Board of Aldermen — St. Louis, MO
Date: 2026-05-08
Time: 10:00

ST. LOUIS BOARD OF ALDERMEN
 FULL BOARD MEETING
 CHAMBERS
 FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2026 AT 10:00 AM
 FINAL AGENDA NO.3
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1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Opening Reflection or Prayer
4. Announcement of any Special Order of the Day
5. Introduction of Honored Guests
6. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting
 a) Approval of Minutes - Friday, May 1, 2026
7. Report of City Officials
 a) Report of the Clerk of the Board of Aldermen


 The following Board Bills from the 2025–2026 Legislative Session
 were signed by the Mayor and issued an Ordinance Number by the
 City Register pursuant to law. The list below shows the Bill Number,
 Name of Sponsor, Effective Date, and Ordinance Number:
 Board Bill Name of Effective Date Ordinance
 Number Sponsor number
 B.B.#59 Tyus 05-30-2026 72137
 B.B.#113 Sonnier 05-30-2026 72138`
 B.B.#149 Boyd 05-30-2026 72139
 B.B.#151 Aldridge 05-30-2026 72140
 B.B.#163 Sonnier 04-30-2026 72141
 B.B.#166 Aldridge 04-30-2026 72142
 B.B.3168 Aldridge 05-30-2026 72143
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B.B.#169 Keys 05-30-2026 72144
B.B.#175 Aldridge 04-30-2026 72145




b) Office of the Mayor


I have the pleasure to submit the following individual for appointment
to the Detention Facility Oversight Board: Dr. Mark Mullen.
I have the pleasure to submit the following individual for
reappointment to the
Senior Citizens’ Service Fund Board: Karl Wilson.

I have the pleasure to submit the following individual for appointment
to the 2019 Grand Center Community Improvement District:
Stephanie Curran.

I have the pleasure to submit the following individual for appointment
to the
Mental Health Board: Janice Thomas.

I have the pleasure to submit the following individual for appointment
to the Airport Arts Advisory Committee: Margaret McDonald.

I have the pleasure to submit the following individual for appointment
to the Clean Energy Development Board (PACE): Jim Malle.

I have the pleasure to submit the following individual for
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 reappointment to the Cherokee Street Community Improvement
 District: Kaveh Razani
 c) Office of the President
 None


 d) Office of the Comptroller
 None


8. Petitions and Communications
 None
9. Board Bills for Perfection – Informal Calendar
 None
10. Board Bills for Third Reading – Informal Calendar
 None
11. Resolutions – Informal Calendar
 None
12. First Reading of Board Bills
 B.B. #18 - Devoti - An Ordinance authorizing the honorary street
 name Sister Felicetta Cola Avenue pursuant to Ordinance Number
 68604, which shall begin at the intersection of Wilson Avenue and
 Macklind Avenue and run East on Wilson Avenue to the intersection
 of Wilson Avenue and Edwards Street.
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 B.B. #19 - Cox Antwi - An ordinance amending Ordinance 70767 to
 extend the sunset date of the Minority and Women-Owned Business
 Enterprise Program for the City of St. Louis to December 31, 2026.
 B.B. #20 - Oldenburg - Pursuant to Ordinance Number 70333 as
 amended by Ordinance Number 71394, an ordinance directing the
 Director of Streets to install speed humps to calm the flow of traffic
 on various blocks in the second ward.
13. Reference to Committee of Board Bills
PIFU B.B. # 18, #20


LEG B.B.#19


14. Second Reading and Report of Standing Committees
 a) Do Pass Recommendation
BDGT B.B. #9 - Alderman Rasheen Aldridge, President Green,
 Velazquez, Alderwoman Alisha Sonnier, Alderman Michael
 Browning - An ordinance pertaining to compensation for employees
 under the classified service amending Ordinance 71963 approved
 February 2025, by amending the pay schedule in Section 2(c) and
 amending Section 7(a) by adding a new subsection of Section 7(a)(3).
 The provisions of the sections contained in this ordinance shall be
 effective with the start of the first pay period in which this ordinance
 is approved by the Mayor.
 b) Do Not Pass Recommendation
 c) Without Recommendation
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15. Report of Special Committees
 None
 a) Do Pass Recommendation
 b) Do Not Pass Recommendation
 c) Without Recommendation
16. Board Bills for Perfection – Consent
 None
17. Board Bills for Perfection
 None
18. Report of Engrossment
 None
19. Third Reading and Final Passage of Board Bills – Consent
 None
20. Third Reading and Final Passage of Board Bills
 None
21. Report of the Finally Passed and Signing by President
 None
22. First Reading of Resolutions and Reference to Committees
 None
23. Second Reading Resolutions, Committee Reports & Adoptions
 None
24. Courtesy Resolutions
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 Res. #14 - Boyd - NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the
 Boardof Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our
 deliberations to recognize and celebrate Ken’s outstanding career and
 lasting contributions to STL TV. Although no one could FADE to
 BLACK on this performance, we wish him all the best in his well-
 deserved retirement. Now, he can enjoy more time with his wife of 53
 years, Jeannie, along with their children and grandchildren
 Res. #16 - Velazquez - NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by
 this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we
 pause in our deliberations to proclaim May 9th, 2026, as “St. Louis
 Effort for AIDS & Vivent Health Day.” I call upon all St. Louisans
 to join in supporting research, advocating for increased funding,
 advancing care, and standing in solidarity with those affected by HIV
 and AIDS
25. Miscellaneous and Unfinished Business
26. Announcements
 Monday, May 11, 2026
 Budget and Public Employees — 9:30 am — Kennedy Room

 Tuesday, May 12, 2026
 Budget and Public Employees — 9:30 am — Kennedy Room

 Wednesday, May 13, 2026
 Budget and Public Employees — 9:30 am — Kennedy Room

 Public Infrastructure and Utilities – 3:30 pm – Kennedy Room

 Thursday, May 14, 2026
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 Budget and Public Employees — 9:30 am — Kennedy Room

 Friday, May 15, 2026
 Full Board Meeting — 10 am — Chambers

 Saturday, May 16, 2026
 Budget and Public Employees - 10am - Hebert Hoover Boys & Girls
 Club —
 2901 N. Grand Blvd.
27. Excused Aldermen
28. Adjournment
29. Calendar
 SCHEDULE OF ALL FULL BOA MEETINGS AND
 HOLIDAYS FOR THE
 2026 - 2027 LEGISLATIVE SESSION
 (These meeting dates may change and/or additional ones added
 throughout the
 session) Tuesday, April 21, 2026 Annual Meeting of the Full Board
 (Begins the BOA
 2026-2027 Legislative Session)

 Friday, May 8, 2026 Full Board Meeting
 Friday, May 15, 2026 Full Board Meeting
 Thursday, May 21, 2026 Full Board Meeting (Meeting held Thursday
 instead of Friday,
 May 22, 2026 due to Memorial day Holiday)
 Monday, May 25, 2026 Office Closed – Memorial Day Holiday
 Friday, May 29, 2026 Full Board Meeting
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Friday, June 5, 2026 Full Board Meeting
Friday, June 12, 2026 Full Board Meeting
Thursday, June 18, 2026 Full Board Meeting (Due to Juneteenth
Holiday on Friday, June 19, 2026)[1]
Friday, June 19, 2026 Office Closed - Juneteenth Holiday
Friday, June 26, 2026 Full Board Meeting
Thursday, July 2, 2026 Full Board Meeting (Due to July 4th Holiday
observed on Friday, July 3, 2026, by the City)
Friday, July 3, 2026 Office Closed – July 4th Holiday
Friday, July 10, 2026 Full Board Meeting – (Summer Break Begins
After this Meeting)
Monday, September 7, 2026 Office Closed – Labor Day Holiday
Friday, September 11, 2026 Full Board Meeting (Summer Break
Ends)
Friday, September 18, 2026 Full Board Meeting
Friday, September 25, 2026 Full Board Meeting
Friday, October 2, 2026 Full Board Meeting
Friday, October 9, 2026 Full Board Meeting
Friday, October 16, 2026 Full Board Meeting
Friday, October 23, 2026 Full Board Meeting
Friday, October 30, 2026 Full Board Meeting
Friday, November 6, 2026 Full Board Meeting
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 Office Closed- Veterans Day
Holiday
Friday, November 13, 2026 Full Board Meeting
Thursday, November 19, 2026 Full Board Meeting
Thursday, November 26, 2026 Office Closed -Thanksgiving Holiday
Friday, November 27, 2026 Office Closed -Thanksgiving Holiday
Friday, December 4, 2026 Full Board Meeting 29. Calendar –
(cont.)
Friday, December 11, 2026 Full Board Meeting – Winter Holiday
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Break Begins
Friday, December 25, 2026 Office Closed – Christmas Holiday
Friday, January 1, 2027 Office Closed – New Year’s Holiday
Friday, January 8, 2027 Full Board Meeting – Winter Break Ends
(last day to introduce board bills)
Friday, January 15, 2027 Full Board Meeting
Monday, January 18, 2027 - Office Closed Dr. King Holiday
Friday, January 22, 2027 Full Board Meeting
Friday, January 29, 2027 Full Board Meeting
Friday, February 5, 2027 Full Board Meeting (election break begins
after this meeting)
Tuesday, March 2, 2027 Municipal Elections (Primary)
Tuesday, April 6, 2027 Municipal Elections (General)
Monday, February 15, 2027 Office Closed – President’s Day
Monday, April 19, 2027 Full Board Meeting (Sine Die Meeting -End
of the 2026 – 2027 Legislative Session)
Tuesday, April 20, 2027 Full Board Meeting (Annual Meeting,
Beginning of the2027 -2028 Legislative Session)
Friday, April 30, 2027 Full Board Meeting (First Day to Introduce
Board Bills 2027-2028 Legislative Session) l

Minutes
 St. Louis Board of Aldermen Meeting
 Regular Meeting
 Friday, May 8, 2026
 10:00am
 Board of Aldermen Chambers
 Minutes are preliminary and may change until finally approved by the Board

1. Call to Order
 Acting President Cohn called the meeting to order at 10:00am and directed the Clerk to call the roll.

2. Roll Call
 The Clerk called the roll and the following members answered to their names: Ms. Schweitzer, Mr.
 Oldenburg, Acting President Cohn, Mr. Narayan, Ms. Sonnier, Ms. Cox Antwi, Mr. Browning, Ms.
 Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Boyd, and Mr. Aldridge. 10 members were present. A quorum was established.

 Ms. Keys, Ms. Tyus, and Ms. Velázquez arrived while the meeting was in progress, making a total of
 13 members present.

 3. Opening Reflection or Prayer
 Acting President Cohn recognized Sandra Marks, to lead the members in the opening reflection/prayer,
 for ALS month

 Ms. Marks led the members in the reflection/prayer.

 4. Announcement of Any Special Order of the Day
 Acting President Cohn recognized Mr. Aldridge for the purpose of suspending the rules to introduce
 Resolution Number 17 to the Courtesy Resolutions Calendar.

 Mr. Aldridge moved to suspend the rules in order to introduce Resolution Number 17 to the Courtesy
 Resolutions Calendar.

 Seconded by Ms. Sonnier.

 Acting President Cohn directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion to suspend the rules in order
 to introduce Resolution Number 17 to the Courtesy Resolutions Calendar.

 The Clerk called the roll and the following votes were recorded:

 The following voted Aye:
 Ms. Schweitzer, Mr. Oldenburg, Acting President Cohn, Mr. Narayan, Ms. Velázquez, Ms. Sonnier, Ms.
 Cox Antwi, Mr. Browning, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Keys, Ms. Boyd, and Mr. Aldridge. A total of 12
 Aye votes were cast.
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 The following voted No:
 None.

 The following voted Present:
 None.

 The following Abstained:
 None.

 The following were present but did not vote: 1
 Ms. Tyus

 A total of 13 votes were cast. The motion carried.

 Acting President Cohn directed the Clerk to place Resolution Numbers 17 at the end of Courtesy
 Resolutions Calendar.

 The Clerk acknowledged.

 Acting President Cohn invited Ms. Boyd and her honored guest, Kenneth Roberts, who has retired from
 STL TV, to the dais to present Resolution Number 14.

 Ms. Boyd spoke on the Resolution. Other members who spoke included Ms. Tyus, and Acting President
 Cohn.

 Acting President Cohn asked that Resolution Number 14 be read aloud.

 The Clerk read Resolution Number 14 in its entirety.

 Ms. Keys moved to place Resolution Numbers 14 Enbanc.

 Seconded by Ms. Sonnier.

 Acting President Cohn called for the vote on the motion to place Resolution Numbers 14 Enbanc.

 The motion carried unanimously by voice vote.

 Acting President Cohn paused the meeting so that members could take a photo.

 Acting President Cohn resumed the meeting after the photo.

 Adoption of the Courtesy Resolutions Calendar

 Acting President Cohn recognized Mr. Aldridge on the motion to adopt to Courtesy Resolutions
 Calendar.

 Seconded by Ms. Sonnier.

 Acting President Cohn called for the vote on the motion to adopt the Courtesy Resolutions Calendar.
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 The motion carried unanimously by voice vote.

 5. Introduction of Honored Guests
 Acting President Cohn directed the meeting to the Introduction of Honored Guests.

 Acting President Cohn recognized members to introduced their honored guests.

 Members of the Board were allowed to recognize and introduce their honored guests.

 6. Approval of Minutes
 Acting President Cohn recognized Mr. Aldridge on the motion for the approval of the minutes of the
 Friday, May 1, 2026 Full Board meeting.

 Mr. Aldridge moved to approve the minutes of the Friday, May 1, 2026 Full Board meeting.

 Seconded by Ms. Sonnier.

 Acting President Cohn called for the vote on the motion to approve the minutes of the Friday, May 1,
 2026 Full Board meeting.

 The motion carried unanimously by voice vote.

 7. Report of City Officials
 Acting President Cohn directed the Clerk to the Report of City Officials.

 The Clerk read the following:

 a) Report of the Clerk of the Board of Aldermen

 The following Board Bills from the 2025-2026 Legislative Session were signed by the Mayor
 and issued an Ordinance Number by the City Register pursuant to law. The list below shows
 the Bill Number, Name of Sponsor, Effective Date, and Ordinance Number:

 Board Bill Number 59
 Introduced by Alderwoman Sharon Tyus
 An ordinance recommended by the Board of Public Service vacating a portion of air rights for a 15
 foot section of Taylor, south of Children's Place, adjacent to City Blocks 3970 and 4781-S in the City
 of St. Louis, Missouri, as hereinafter described, in accordance with Charter authority, and in
 conformity with Section l4 of Article XXI of the Charter and imposing certain conditions on such
 vacation.
 Effective Date: May 30, 2026
 Ordinance Number: 72137

 Board Bill Number 113
 Introduced by Alderwoman Alisha Sonnier
 This Board Bill seeks to amend Ordinance Number 70981 effective July 24, 2019. This Board
 Bill will allow for up to a 15-year tax abatement to encourage development and rehabilitation of
 Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) projects within the Area.
 Effective Date: May 30, 2026
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 Ordinance Number: 72138

 Board Bill Number 149
 Introduced by Alderwoman Pamela Boyd
 Cosponsors: Alderwoman Jami Cox Antwi/Alderman Michael Browning/Alderwoman
 Shameem Clark-Hubbard
 Pursuant to Ordinance 68937, the bill authorizes the honorary street name “Rev. Alfred Gainey,
 Jr. Way,” which shall begin at the intersection of Astra Avenue and Riverview Boulevard and
 run north on Astra Avenue to the first intersection of Astra Avenue and Vivian Avenue.
 Effective Date: May 30, 2026
 Ordinance Number: 72139

 Board Bill Number 151
 Introduced by Alderman Rasheen Aldridge
 Cosponsors: President Megan Green/Alderman Thomas Oldenburg/Alderman Bret
 Narayan/Alderwoman Daniela Velázquez/Alderwoman Alisha Sonnier/Alderwoman
 Shameem Clark-Hubbard
 An Ordinance to amend the Public Nuisance Ordinance by repealing certain sections and adding
 new ones to create a Nuisance Review Board.
 Effective Date: May 30, 2026
 Ordinance Number: 72140

 Board Bill Number 163
 Introduced by Alderwoman Alisha Sonnier
 Cosponsor: Daniela Velázquez
 An ordinance approving the Petition of owners of real property seeking the creation, extension,
 renewal and establishment of the “South Grand Community Improvement District,” finding a
 public purpose for the creation, extension, renewal and establishment of the South Grand
 Community Improvement District; and containing a severability clause and an emergency clause.
 Effective Date: April 30, 2026
 Ordinance Number: 72141

 Board Bill Number 166
 Introduced by Alderman Rasheen Aldridge
 Cosponsors: Shameem Clark-Hubbard/Alderwoman Laura Keys
 This Board Bill seeks to approve a Chapter 99 Redevelopment Plan and Blighting Study for the
 Cass Avenue and I-44 Redevelopment Area. The proposed Bill does not allow for use of eminent
 domain within the area. The objective of the Redevelopment Plan is to encourage redevelopment
 of the Area with commercial uses that will serve as an entrance to the city from the north and
 east. Staff supports up to twenty-five (25) years of tax abatement.
 Effective Date: May 30, 2026
 Ordinance Number: 72142

 Board Bill Number 168
 Introduced by Alderman Rasheen Aldridge
 Cosponsors: Alderwoman Jami Cox Antwi/Alderwoman Shameem Clark-Hubbard
 This Board Bill approves a petition to amend the boundaries of the existing Soccer Stadium
 Community Improvement District (the “District”) to conform with the current platting of the
 area. The District was originally formed in 2020 by Ordinance No. 71185. Property within the
 District was replated after the District was originally formed to accommodate the development of
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 the soccer stadium and related parking, practice and team facilities. If this Board Bill is
 approved, certain excess property resulting the relocation of public rights-of-way associated with
 the construction of the soccer stadium will be removed from the District and certain property
 included in the footprint of the soccer stadium will be
 Effective Date: May 30, 2026
 Ordinance Number: 72143

 Board Bill Number 169
 Introduced by Alderwoman Laura Keys
 An ordinance amending Ordinance #71830 effective June 1, 2024 (Exhibit 1 attached) by
 modifying the terms of real estate tax abatement.
 Effective Date: May 30, 2026
 Ordinance Number: 72144

 Board Bill Number 175
 Introduced by Alderman Rasheen Aldridge
 An ordinance authorizing and directing the Mayor and the Comptroller of the City of Saint Louis
 to execute two utility easements (the “Easements”), which shall give, grant, extend and confer on
 Union Electric Company d/b/a Ameren Missouri, its agents, successors, and assigns, the right to
 construct, operate, use, maintain, repair, renew and/or remove electrical power line or lines of
 underground and/or above ground facilities and equipment on the land described in such
 Easements, and containing an Emergency Clause.
 Effective Date: April 30, 2026
 Ordinance Number: 72145


 b.) Office of the Mayor

 Detention Facility Oversight Board

 May 1, 2026


 Honorable Board of Aldermen
 1200 Market St. Room 230
 Saint Louis, MO 63103

 Dear Members of the Board,

 I have the pleasure to submit the following individual for appointment to the Detention
 Facility Oversight Board.

 • The appointment of Dr. Mark Mullen, who resides in the 4th Ward, and whose
 term will expire on January 20, 2029

 I respectfully request your approval of this appointment.


 Sincerely,

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 Cara Spencer, Mayor
 City of St. Louis

 Acting President Cohn recognized Mr. Narayan on the approval Mayor’s appointment to the
 Detention Facility Oversight Board.

 Mr. Narayan made the motion to send the Mayor’s appointments to the Detention
 Facility Oversight Board to the Public Safety Committee.

 Seconded by Mr. Oldenburg.

 Acting President Cohn called for the vote on the motion to send the Mayor’s appointment to the
 Detention Facility Oversight Board to the Public Safety Committee.

 The motion carried unanimously by voice vote.

 Senior Citizen’ Service Fund Board

 May 1, 2026


 Honorable Board of Aldermen
 1200 Market St. Room 230
 Saint Louis, MO 63103


 Dear Members of the Board,


 I have the pleasure to submit the following individual for reappointment to the Senior
 Citizen’ Service Fund Board

 • The reappointment of Karl Wilson, who resides in 14th Ward, and whose
 term will expire on April 17, 2030.
 I respectfully request your approval of this reappointment.
 Sincerely,
 Cara Spencer, Mayor
 City of St. Louis

 Acting President Cohn recognized Mr. Aldridge on the motion to approve the Mayor’s
 reappointment to the Senior Citizen’ Service Fund Board.

 Mr. Aldridge moved to send the Mayor’s reappointment to the Senior Citizen’ Service Fund
 Board to the Health and Human Development Committee.

 Seconded by Ms. Sonnier.

 Acting President Cohn called for the vote on the motion to send the Mayor’s reappointment to
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 the Senior Citizen’ Service Fund Board to the Health and Human Development
 Committee.

 The motion carried unanimously by voice vote.

 2019 Grand Center Community Improvement District

 May 1, 2026


 Honorable Board of Aldermen
 1200 Market St. Room 230
 Saint Louis, MO 63103

 Dear Members of the Board,

 I have the pleasure to submit the following individual for appointment to the 2019 Grand
 Center Community Improvement District

 • The appointment of Stephanie Curran, serving as a legally authorized
 representative of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, the owner of real property
 within the district, whose term expires November 4, 2027, fulfilling the unexpired
 term of Cynthia Schon.

 I respectfully request your approval of this appointment.


 Sincerely,
 Cara Spencer, Mayor
 City of St. Louis

 Acting President Cohn recognized Ms. Keys on the approval Mayor’s appointment to the
 2019 Grand Center Community Improvement District.

 Ms. Keys made the motion to approve the Mayor’s appointment to the 2019 Grand Center
 Community Improvement District.

 Seconded by Mr. Aldridge.

 Acting President Cohn called for the vote on the motion to approve the
 Mayor’s appointment to the 2019 Grand Center Community Improvement District.

 The motion carried unanimously by voice vote.

 Mental Health Board

 May 1, 2026



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 Honorable Board of Aldermen
 1200 Market St. Room 230
 Saint Louis, MO 63103

 Dear Members of the Board,

 I have the pleasure to submit the following individual for reappointment to the Mental Health
 Board.

 • The reappointment of Janice Thomas, who resides in the 10th Ward, serving as an
 at-large member, whose term will expire on March 25, 2026.

 I respectfully request your approval of this appointment.


 Sincerely,
 Cara Spencer, Mayor
 City of St. Louis

 Acting President Cohn recognized Mr. Aldridge on the approval Mayor’s reappointment
 to the Mental Health Board.

 Mr. Aldridge made the motion to send the Mayor’s reappointment to the Mental Health Board
 to the Health and Human Development Committee.

 Seconded by Ms. Sonnier.

 Acting President Cohn called for the vote on the motion to send the Mayor’s reappointment
 to the Mental Health Board to the Health and human Development Committee.

 The motion carried unanimously by voice vote.

 Airport Arts Advisory Committee

 May 1, 2026


 Honorable Board of Aldermen
 1200 Market St. Room 230
 Saint Louis, MO 63103

 Dear Members of the Board,

 I have the pleasure to submit the following individual for appointment to the Airport Arts
 Advisory Committee

 • The appointment of Margaret McDonald, who resides in the 10th Ward, whose
 term will expire on December 10, 2029.

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 I respectfully request your approval of this appointment.


 Sincerely,
 Cara Spencer, Mayor
 City of St. Louis

 Acting President Cohn recognized Mr. Aldridge on the approval Mayor’s appointment
 to the Airport Arts Advisory Committee.

 Mr. Aldridge made the motion to send the Mayor’s appointment to the Airport Arts Advisory
 Committee to the Transportation and Commerce Committee.

 Seconded by Ms. Sonnier.

 Acting President Cohn called for the vote on the motion to send the Mayor’s appointment
 to the Airport Arts Advisory Committee to the Transportation and Commerce Committee.

 The motion carried unanimously by voice vote.

 Clean Energy Development Board (PACE)

 May 1, 2026


 Honorable Board of Aldermen
 1200 Market St. Room 230
 Saint Louis, MO 63103

 Dear Members of the Board,

 I have the pleasure to submit the following individual for appointment to the Clean Energy
 Development Board (PACE)

 • The appointment of Jim Malle, who resides in the 2nd Ward, whose term will expire
 on May 11, 2030.

 I respectfully request your approval of this appointment.


 Sincerely,
 Cara Spencer, Mayor
 City of St. Louis

 Acting President Cohn recognized Mr. Oldenburg on the approval Mayor’s appointment
 to the Clean Energy Development Board (PACE).

 Mr. Oldenburg made the motion to approve the Mayor’s appointment to the Clean Energy

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 Development Board (PACE).

 Seconded by Mr. Aldridge.

 Acting President Cohn recognized Ms. Tyus.

 Ms. Tyus request that the Mayor’s appointment for Clean Energy Development Board be sent
 to a committee.

 Mr. Oldenburg withdrew his motion.

 Mr. Aldridge withdrew his second.

 Mr. Oldenburg made the motion to send the Mayor’s appointment to the Clean
 Energy Development Board (PACE) to the Legislation and Rules Committee.

 Seconded by Mr. Aldridge.

 After further discussion, Mr. Oldenburg withdrew his motion.

 Mr. Aldridge withdrew his second.

 Mr. Oldenburg made a motion to send the Mayor’s appointment to the Clean Energy
 Development Board (PACE) to the Health and Human Development Committee.

 Seconded by Ms. Boyd.

 Acting President Cohn called for the vote on the motion to send the Mayor’s appointment
 to the Clean Energy Development Board (PACE) to the Health and Human Development
 Committee.

 The motion carried unanimously by voice vote.

 Cherokee Street Community Improvement District

 May 1, 2026


 Honorable Board of Aldermen
 1200 Market St. Room 230
 Saint Louis, MO 63103

 Dear Members of the Board,

 I have the pleasure to submit the following individual for reappointment to the Cherokee Street
 Community Improvement District.

 • The reappointment of Kaveh Razani, serving as a business owner operating in the
 district, whose term will expire on March 16, 2027.

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 I respectfully request your approval of this appointment.


 Sincerely,
 Cara Spencer, Mayor
 City of St. Louis

 Acting President Cohn recognized Ms. Sonnier on the approval Mayor’s reappointment
 to the Cherokee Street Community Improvement District.

 Ms. Sonnier made the motion to approve the Mayor’s reappointment to the Cherokee Street
 Community Improvement District.

 Seconded by Mr. Aldridge.

 Acting President Cohn called for the vote on the motion to approve the Mayor’s reappointment
 to the Cherokee Street Community Improvement District.

 The motion carried unanimously by voice vote.

 c.) Office of the President
 None

 d.) Office of the President
 None

8. Petitions and Communications
 None.

9. Board Bills for Perfection, Informal Calendar
 None.

10. Board Bills for Third Reading, Informal Calendar
 None.

11. Resolutions, Informal Calendar
 None.

 Acting President Cohn recognized Ms. Cox Antwi on the motion to suspend the rules in order
 to introduce Board Bill number 21 to the First Reading of Board Bills Calendar.

 Ms. Cox Antwi made the motion to suspend the rules in order to introduce Board Bill number 21 to the
 First Reading of Board Bills Calendar.

 Seconded by Ms. Sonnier.

 Ms. Cox Antwi spoke on the Board Bill.

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 Acting President Cohn called for the vote to suspend the rules in order to introduce Board Bill number
 21 to the First Reading of Board Bills Calendar.

 The Clerk called the roll, and the following votes were recorded.

 The following voted Aye:
 Ms. Schweitzer, Mr. Oldenburg, Acting President Cohn, Mr. Narayan, Ms. Velázquez, Ms.
 Sonnier, Ms. Cox Antwi, Mr. Browning, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Keys, Ms. Tyus, Ms. Boyd,
 and Mr. Aldridge. A total of 13 Aye votes were cast.

 The following voted No:
 None.

 The following voted Present:
 None.

 The following Abstained:
 None.

 The following were present but did not vote:
 None.

 A total of 13 votes were cast. The motion carried.


 Acting President Cohn directed the Clerk to add Board Bill Number 21 at the end of the First Reading of
 Board Bills.

12. First Reading of Board Bills
 Acting President Cohn directed the Clerk to the First Reading of Board Bills Calendar.

 The Clerk read the following:

 Board Bill Number 18
 Introduced by Alderman Matt Devoti
 An ordinance authorizing the honorary street name Sister Felicetta Cola Avenue pursuant to Ordinance
 Number 68604, which shall begin at the intersection of Wilson Avenue and Macklind Avenue and run
 East on Wilson Avenue to the intersection of Wilson Avenue and Edwards Street.

 Board Bill Number 19
 Introduced by Alderwoman Jami Cox Antwi
 An ordinance amending Ordinance 70767 to extend the sunset date of the Minority and Women-Owned
 Business Enterprise Program for the City of St. Louis to December 31, 2026.

 Board Bill Number 20
 Introduced by Alderman Thomas Oldenburg
 Pursuant to Ordinance Number 70333 as amended by Ordinance Number 71394, an ordinance directing
 the Director of Streets to install speed humps to calm the flow of traffic on various blocks in the second
 ward.

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 Board Bill Number 21
 Introduced by Alderwoman Jami Cox Antwi
 This Board Bill amends Ordinance 66935 and authorizes the execution of a Second Amendment Lease
 Agreement between The City of St. Louis, Missouri (the “City”) and Material Sales Company
 (“Lessee”) for certain land and mooring between the MacArthur Bridge and the Poplar Street Bridge
 under certain terms and conditions for a period of (5) years, at a rate of $17,812.72 for the first year and
 increasing by three (3) percent each year thereafter.

13. Reference to Committee of Board Bills
 Acting President Cohn directed the Clerk to the Reference to Committee of Board Bills.

 The Clerk read the following:

 Budget and Public Employees
 None.

 Health and Human Development
 None.

 Housing, Urban Development and Zoning Committee
 None.

 Legislation and Rules
 Board Bill Number 19.

 Personnel and Administration
 None.

 Public Infrastructure and Utilities Committee
 Board Bill Numbers 18 and 20.

 Public Safety Committee
 None.

 Transportation and Commerce Committee
 Board Bill Number 21.

 Special Committee on Reducing Red Tap
 None.


14. Second Reading and Report of Standing Committees
 Acting President Cohn directed the Clerk to the Second Reading and Report of Standing Committees.

 The Clerk read the following:

 Board Bill Number 9
 Introduced by Alderman Rasheen Aldridge/Mayor Spencer/President Megan Green/Alderwoman
 Daniela Velazquez/Alderwoman Alisha Sonnier/Alderwoman Michael Browning

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 An Ordinance pertaining to compensation for employees under the classified service amending
 Ordinance 71963 approved February 2025, by amending the pay schedule in Section 2(c) and amending
 Section 7(a) by adding a new subsection of Section 7(a)(3). The provisions of the sections contained in
 this ordinance shall be effective with the start of the first pay period in which this ordinance is approved
 by the Mayor.

 Acting President Cohn recognized Mr. Aldridge on the motion to suspend the rules in order to place
 Board Bill Number 9 on the Regular Perfection Calendar

 Mr. Aldridge made the motion to suspend the rules in order to place Board Bill Number 9 on the
 Regular Perfection Calendar.

 Seconded by Ms. Velázquez.

 Acting President Cohn called for the vote to suspend the rules in order to place Board Bill Number 9 on
 the Regular Perfection Calendar

 The Clerk called the roll, and the following votes were recorded.

 The following voted Aye:
 Ms. Schweitzer, Mr. Oldenburg, Acting President Cohn, Mr. Narayan, Ms. Velázquez, Ms.
 Sonnier, Ms. Cox Antwi, Mr. Browning, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Keys, Ms. Boyd, and Mr.
 Aldridge. A total of 12 Aye votes were cast.

 The following voted No:
 None.

 The following voted Present: 1
 Ms. Tyus.

 The following Abstained:
 None.

 The following were present but did not vote:
 None.

 A total of 13 votes were cast. The motion carried.

 Acting President Cohn directed the Clerk to add Board Bill Number 9 to the Regular Perfection
 Calendar.

 The Clerk acknowledged.

15. Report of Special Committees
 None.


16. Board Bills for Perfection – Consent Calendar
 None.

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17. Board Bills for Perfection Calendar
 Acting President Cohn directed the Clerk to the Board Bills for Perfection Calendar.

 The Clerk read the following:

 Board Bill Number 9
 Introduced by Alderman Rasheen Aldridge/Mayor Cara Spencer/President Megan
 Green/Alderwoman Daniela Velazquez/Alderwoman Alisha Sonnier/Alderwoman Michael
 Browning
 An Ordinance pertaining to compensation for employees under the classified service amending
 Ordinance 71963 approved February 2025, by amending the pay schedule in Section 2(c) and amending
 Section 7(a) by adding a new subsection of Section 7(a)(3). The provisions of the sections contained in
 this ordinance shall be effective with the start of the first pay period in which this ordinance is approved
 by the Mayor.

 Acting President Cohn recognized Mr. Aldridge on the motion to Perfect Board Bill Number 9.

 Mr. Aldridge moved to Perfect Board Bill Number 9.

 Seconded by Ms. Sonnier

 Mr. Aldridge spoke on the bill.

 Acting President Cohn recognized Mr. Aldridge on the motion to introduce a Floor Substitute to Board
 Bill Number 9.

 Mr. Aldridge made the motion to introduce a Floor Substitute to Board Bill Number 9.

 Seconded by Ms. Sonnier.

 Ms. Tyus requested previous roll.

 Hearing no objection

 The motion carried.

 The Clerk called the roll, and the following votes were recorded.

 The following voted Aye:
 Ms. Schweitzer, Mr. Oldenburg, Mr. Cohn, Mr. Narayan, Ms. Velázquez, Ms. Sonnier, Ms. Cox
 Antwi, Mr. Browning, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Keys, Ms. Boyd, and Mr. Aldridge. A total of
 12 Aye votes were cast.

 The following voted No:
 None.

 The following voted Present: 1
 Ms. Tyus.

 The following Abstained:
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 None.

 The following were present but did not vote:
 None.

 A total of 13 votes were cast. The motion carried.

 Mr. Aldridge spoke on the Floor Substitute. Other members who spoke included Ms. Tyus.

 Mr. Narayan, Ms. Keys, Ms. Cox Antwi, and Acting President Cohn asked to be added as
 cosponsors to Board Bill Number 9FS

 Acting President Cohn directed the Clerk to add Mr. Narayan, Ms. Keys, Ms. Cox Antwi, and
 Acting President Cohn as cosponsors to Board Bill Number 9FS

 The Clerk Acknowledged.

 During the discussion, there was no motion made to Perfect Board Bill Number 9FS.


18. Report of Engrossment
 None.

19. Third Reading and Final Passage of Board Bills – Consent
 None.

20. Third Reading and Final Passage of Board Bills
 None.

21. Report of Finally Passed Board Bills and Signage by the President
 None.

22. First Reading of Resolutions and Reference to Committees
 None.

23. Second Reading of Resolutions, Committee Reports and Adoptions
 None.

24. Courtesy Resolutions
 Acting President Cohn directed the Clerk to the Courtesy Resolutions Calendar.

 The Clerk read the following:

 RESOLUTION NUMBER 14
 HONORING KENNETH ROBERTS

WHEREAS stand by…Quiet on the set…In 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 CUE…Kenneth Roberts, the longest-serving Video
Engineer in the Communications Division at STL TV, has heard that countdown thousands of times while
dedicating 33 years of service to the City of St. Louis; and

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 WHEREAS throughout his career, Ken has been instrumental in advancing the station through the ever-
 evolving landscape of television technology. From VHS to Super VHS, to DVC Pro, and ultimately to digital
 formats, his leadership has helped guide STL TV through each major transition; and

 WHEREAS, in STL TV needed a remote production truck to cover live events, Ken delivered. Through his
 dedication, hard work, and vision in building the 4-401 production truck, STL TV was able to expand its
 capabilities and produce impactful programming; and
 WHEREAS, one notable example is the STL JFL Monday Night Football series, which showcased young
 athletes ages 7 to 13 from City Recreation, the Herbert Hoover Boys & Girls Club, the Mathews-Dickey Boys
 & Girls Club, and throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area. In 2002, this program earned an Emmy
 nomination for Best Live Sports Coverage alongside KSDK Channel 5 and FOX 2; and

 WHEREAS, Ken’s expertise and performance as a Video Engineer have contributed significantly to STL TV
 earning numerous local and national awards, solidifying its reputation as one of the premier government access
 channels in the country; and

 WHEREAS, in 2015, Ken developed and implemented a solo-operational system for broadcasting Board of
 Aldermen committee meetings in the Kennedy Hearing Room and Leisure Room. Later, in 2022, he oversaw
 the installation of an upgraded video production system in both the Kennedy Hearing Room and the Board of
 Aldermen Chambers. This upgrade introduced the capability for aldermen to participate in meetings virtually
 via Zoom; and

 WHREAS, Ken is widely known for his meticulous attention to detail in production setup. Over the course of
 his tenure, STL TV has produced more than 15,000 television programs—meaning Ken has likely performed
 over 10,000 camera white balances to ensure top-quality broadcasts; and
 WHEREAS, on May 1, 2026, Ken retired from his distinguished career as a Video Engineer, stepping away
 from behind the camera to embrace a well-earned retirement with his wife, Jeannine, of 53 years, their loving
 family of children and grandchildren.

 NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in
 our deliberations to recognize and celebrate Ken’s outstanding career and lasting contributions to STL TV.
 Although no one could FADE to BLACK on this performance, we wish him all the best on his well-deserved
 retirement. We further direct the clerk of this board to spread a copy of this resolution across the minutes of
 these proceedings and to prepare a commemorative copy to the end that it may be presented to those deemed
 appropriate by the sponsor.
 Introduced this 8th Day of May 2026 by:
 The Honorable Pamela Boyd, Alderwoman of the 13th Ward

 Cosponsors:

 The Honorable Shameem Clark-Hubbard, Alderwoman 10th Ward

 RESOLUTION NUMBER 15 NOT USED THIS SESSION

 RESOLUTION NUMBER 16
 RECOGNIZING 40 YEARS OF ST. LOUIS EFFORT FOR AIDS & VIVENT HEALTH

WHEREAS, in the summer of 1985, the St. Louis LGBTQIA+ community – lead by area drag queens – banded
together
to raise money, then provided that funding to turn an idea into St. Louis Effort for AIDS; and

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WHEREAS, St. Louis Effort for AIDS’ mission is to provide education on the prevention of HIV/AIDS and
comprehensive support services to those affected by the disease and their vision was for individuals and
communities to be educated about HIV/AIDS and fully empowered to address this preventable disease without
stigma, fear or hate; and

WHEREAS, St. Louis Effort for AIDS core values are leading through collaboration, respecting the dignity of all,
serving with compassion and integrity, empowering our clients, embracing a diverse community, shaping services
to meet changing needs, and sharing information and expertise; and

WHEREAS, St. Louis Effort for AIDS provides quality services, programs, and assistance to members of the St.
Louis LGBTQIA+ community living with HIV by responding to emergency calls, unmet healthcare needs, and
community outcry; and

WHEREAS, in 2018, when St. Louis Effort AIDS merged with AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin, to become
Vivent Health, it offered a new model of care to people living with HIV in St. Louis while also helping better
prevent new HIV infections, reduce AIDS-related deaths, stigma and other barriers to testing, care and treatment;
and

WHEREAS, the common thread of our history propels us forward today as we do all we can to rid the world of
AIDS, by uniting patients, providers, dedicated volunteers, staff and stakeholders, and providing care to all without
question with the greatest of expertise and with uncompromising compassion in Vivent Health’s vision to end the
HIV/AIDS epidemic; and

WHEREAS, this year marks the 40th Anniversary of St. Louis Effort for AIDS and Vivent Health providing
excellence in HIV Care and Prevention Services; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by this Honorable Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we
pause in our deliberations to proclaim May 9th, 2026 as “St. Louis Effort for AIDS & Vivent Health Day.” I call
upon all St. Louisans to join in supporting research, advocating for increased funding, advancing care, and
standing in solidarity with those affected by HIV and AIDS. We further direct the clerk of this Board to spread a
copy of this resolution across the minutes of these proceedings and to prepare a commemorative copy to the end
that it may be presented at a time and place deemed appropriate by the sponsor.

Introduced this 8th day of May 2026 by:
The Honorable Daniela Velázquez, Alderwoman 6th Ward

Cosponsor:
The Honorable Shameem Clark-Hubbard, Alderwoman 10th Ward

 RESOLUTION NUMBER 17
 HONORING QUEEN DENISE THIMES

 WHEREAS, the Mission of The Mildred Thimes Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer is to create awareness,
 educate communities, assist individuals and families, and collaborate with research institutions that create life-
 changing results in the fight against pancreatic cancer; and

 WHEREAS, the Mildred Thimes Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer is proud to announce the 30th Annual
 Mother’s Day Concert and Lavish Buffet Dinner catered by the award winning Ces and Judy’s catering. This
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landmark celebration of compassion and commitment to families and individuals stricken with the disease of
pancreatic cancer will bring together community along with past CEO’s and Presidents of some of St. Louis’s
major corporations for an unforgettable evening of music curated by St. Louis’s own renowned Jazz Vocalist
Denise Thimes as we celebrate St. Louis’s finest,“ Our Mothers the Givers of Life”; and

WHEREAS, founded in 2012 by Denise Thimes and Johnny Furr, Jr., former Vice President of Community
Affairs at Anheuser-Busch Companies the Foundation was established in loving memory of Mildred Thimes,
Denise’s mother, who passed away from pancreatic cancer in 1997 at a time when awareness of the disease was
tragically limited. What began as a personal mission has grown into a powerful force for change, touching the
lives of countless patients and families across the region; and

WHEREAS, the number 30 represents a transition into a new phase where spiritual wisdom is applied to life's
purpose, often linked to creativity, optimism, and harmonic balance and marks the commencement of ministry or
leadership in dedication to a particular task or calling. Denise notes “30 years ago, we made a promise to my
mother and to every family affected by this disease to keep fighting until we find a cure and this anniversary is
not just a celebration of how far we’ve come, it is a renewed commitment to how far we will go. Every dollar
raised, every story shared, every life touched is a testament to what love in action looks like”; and

WHEREAS, over the past 30 years, the Foundation has provided direct financial assistance to pancreatic cancer
patients and their families, helping cover essential needs including hospital care, childcare, pharmaceuticals, and
personal care items. Guided by a twenty-three-member Board of Directors, the organization has also partnered
with research institutions dedicated to creating life-changing results in the fight against pancreatic cancer; and

WHEREAS, the 30th Annual Mother’s Day Concert and Dinner promises to be an evening as beautiful as the
legacy it celebrates and proceeds from this event will benefit The Foundation’s patient charitable fund, directly
supporting families navigating the challenges of a pancreatic cancer diagnosis; and

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of The City of St. Louis that we pause in
our deliberations to recognize, honor, and thank Queen Denise Thimes for her many contributions to The City
of St. Louis and celebrate 30 years of service and love through The Mildred Thimes Foundation for Pancreatic
Cancer. We further direct the clerk of this board to spread a copy of this resolution across the minutes of these
proceedings and to prepare a commemorative copy to the end that it may be presented during our The Denise
Thimes and Friends 30th Annual Special Mother’s Day Concert by the sponsor.

Introduced this 8th day of May, 2026 by:
The Honorable Shameem Clark Hubbard, Alderwoman 10th Ward

 The Courtesy Resolution was adopted under the Announcement of Any Special Order of the Day.

25. Miscellaneous and Unfinished Business
 None.

26. Announcements
 Acting President Cohn directed the Clerk to Announcements.

 The Clerk read the following:

 MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026
 BUDGET AND PUBLIC EMPLOYEES – 9:30AM – KENNEDY ROOM

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 TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026
 BUDGET AND PUBLIC EMPLOYEES – 9:30AM – KENNEDY ROOM

 WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2026
 BUDGET AND PUBLIC EMPLOYEES – 9:30AM – KENNEDY ROOM

 PUBLIC INFRASTRURE AND UTILITIES - 3:30PM – KENNEDY ROOM

 THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2026
 HEALTH AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT – 9AM -WEBINAR

 BUDGET AND PUBLIC EMPLOYEES – 9:30AM – KENNEDY ROOM

 FRIDAY, MAY 14, 2026
 FULL BOARD MEETING – 10AM – CHAMBERS

 SATURDAY, MAY 15, 2026
 BUDGET AND PUBLIC EMPLOYEES – 10AM HERBERT HOOVER BOYS AND
 GIRLS CLUB – 2901 N. GRAND BLVD.

27. Excused Aldermen
 Acting President Cohn recognized Mr. Aldridge on the motion to excuse.

 Mr. Aldridge moved to excuse President Green and Mr. Devoti for necessary absence.

 Seconded by Ms. Velázquez.

 Acting President Cohn called for the vote to excuse President Green and Mr. Devoti for necessary
 absence.

 The motion was carried unanimously by voice vote.

28. Adjournment
 Acting President Cohn recognized Mr. Aldridge on the adjournment motion.

 Mr. Aldridge moved to adjourn the meeting until Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10am in the Chambers.

 Seconded Ms. Velázquez.

 Acting President Cohn called for the vote on the motion to adjourn until Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10am
 in the Chambers.

 The motion was carried unanimously by voice vote.

 The meeting was adjourned at 10:48am.


 Submitted by:
 Sharita Rogers
 Clerk
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