Board of Aldermen

Minutes St. Louis Board of Aldermen Meeting Regular Meeting Friday, May 29, 2026 10:00am Board of Aldermen Chambers Minutes are preliminary and may change until finally approved by the Board 1. Call to Order Vice 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, Vice President Cohn, Mr. Narayan, Mr. Devoti, Ms. Velázquez, Ms. Sonnier, Ms. Cox Antwi, Mr. Browning, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Keys, Ms. Tyus, Ms. Boyd, Mr. Aldridge and President Green. 15 members were present. A quorum was established. 3. Opening Reflection or Prayer None. 4. Announcement of Any Special Order of the Day None. 5. Introduction of Honored Guests Vice President Cohn directed the meeting to the Introduction of Honored Guests. Vice 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 Vice President Cohn recognized Ms. Clark-Hubbard on the motion for the approval of the minutes of the Thursday, May 21, 2026 Full Board meeting. Ms. Clark-Hubbard moved to approve the minutes of the Thursday, May 21, 2026 Full Board meeting. Seconded by Mr. Devoti. Vice President Cohn called for the vote on the motion to approve the minutes of the Thursday, May 21, 2026 Full Board meeting. The motion carried unanimously by voice vote. Page 1 of 19  7. Report of City Officials None. a) Report of the Clerk of the Board of Aldermen None. b.) Office of the Mayor None. 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. 12. First Reading of Board Bills Vice President Cohn directed the Clerk to the First Reading of Board Bills Calendar. The Clerk read the following: Board Bill Number 28 Introduced by Alderman Matt Devoti An ordinance requiring the installation of water meters on certain service connections in the City of St. Louis, providing mechanisms for enforcement including providing authority to deny or withhold service for noncompliance, and delegating authority to the Water Division to administer, implement, and set technical standards for meter installation. The requirement applies prospectively to new service connections and mandates the installation of meters only on certain existing service connections. The ordinance also includes a severability clause. Board Bill Number 29 Introduced by Alderwoman Shameem Clark-Hubbard An ordinance recommended by the Board of Estimate and Apportionment authorizing the City of St. Louis Office of the Mayor’s Office of Recovery to accept Disaster Relief funding from the Missouri Department of Public Safety and the Missouri Housing Development Commission; appropriating said funds; authorizing the expenditure of such funds, to the extent received; authorizing contracts and other documents to expend such funds, to the extent received; and containing an Emergency Clause. Board Bill Number 30 Page 2 of 19  Introduced by Alderman Aldridge An Ordinance to amend certain sections of Ordinance 67667 by removing a loophole that required the City to create a Sunshine Portal but did not require the City to post to the Sunshine Portal. Board Bill Number 31 Introduced by Alderwoman Shameem Clark-Hubbard An ordinance making appropriation for payment of the operating expenses, capital expenses, including lease purchase agreements and debt service expenses of the Parking Division of the Treasurer’s Office for fiscal year July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, in the sum of Twenty-One Million, Thirty-Seven Thousand, Nine Hundred Sixty-Six Dollars ($21,037,966) including One Million, Four Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand, Seven Hundred Sixty-Eight Dollars ($1,475,768) for Capital Improvements; containing an emergency clause. Board Bill Number 32 Introduced by Alderman Shane Cohn An Ordinance recommended by the Board of Estimate and Apportionment authorizing the Office of the President of the Board of Aldermen to execute and accept a Subaward from the Bloomberg Philanthropies’ American Sustainable Cities initiative for the grant purposes of its Youth Climate Action Fund, specifically to activate youth in leadership roles as they participate in climate solutions consistent with the City’s Sustainability goals; appropriating such funds to the Office of the President of the Board of Aldermen; and authorizing the expenditure of such funds to fulfill the obligations of said grant, to the extent such funds are received; and containing an emergency clause. 13. Reference to Committee of Board Bills Vice President Cohn directed the Clerk to the Reference to Committee of Board Bills. The Clerk read the following: Budget and Public Employees Board Bill Number 31 and 32 Health and Human Development None. Housing, Urban Development and Zoning Committee Board Bill Number 29 Legislation and Rules Board Bill Number 30 Personnel and Administration None. Public Infrastructure and Utilities Committee Board Bill Number 28. Public Safety Committee None. Page 3 of 19  Transportation and Commerce Committee None. Special Committee on Reducing Red Tap None. 14. Second Reading and Report of Standing Committees Vice President Cohn directed the Clerk to the Second Reading and Report of Standing Committees. The Clerk read the following: Transportation and Commerce Committee Report Mr. Cohn of the Transportation and Commerce Committee submitted the following report, which was read: Board of Aldermen Committee Report May 29, 2026 To the President of the Board of Aldermen: The Transportation and Commerce Committee, to which the following Board Bill was referred, reports that it reviewed this Board Bill on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 and have discharged it with the following recommendations: Do Pass Recommendation: 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. Do Not Pass Recommendation: None Without Recommendation: None Alderman Shane Cohn Committee Chair Budget and Public Employees Committee Report Mr. Aldridge of the Budget and Public Employees Committee submitted the following report, which was read: Board of Aldermen Committee Report May 29, 2026 To the President of the Board of Aldermen: Page 4 of 19  The Budget and Public Employees Committee, to which the following Board Bill was referred, reports that it reviewed this Board Bill on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 and have discharged it with the following recommendations: Do Pass Recommendation: Board Bill Number 24 Introduced by Alderwoman Daniela Velázquez Cosponsors: Alderman Matt Devoti/Alderwoman Alisha Sonnier/ Alderman Michael Browning/Alderwoman Shameem Clark-Hubbard/Alderman Rasheen Aldridge An ordinance pertaining to St. Louis Fire EMS Funding for Emergency Medical Transportation; repealing Section Three of Ordinance 71135 and enacting a new section on the same subject matter; and containing an emergency clause. Do Not Pass Recommendation: None Without Recommendation: None Alderman Rasheen Aldridge Committee Chair Legislation and Rules Committee Report Ms. Velázquez of the Legislation and Rules Committee submitted the following report, which was read: Board of Aldermen Committee Report May 29, 2026 To the President of the Board of Aldermen: The Legislation and Rules Committee, to which the following Board Bill was referred, reports that it reviewed this Board Bill on Thursday, May 28, 2026 and have discharged it with the following recommendations: Do Pass Recommendation: 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. Do Not Pass Recommendation: None Without Recommendation: None Alderwoman Daniela Velázquez Page 5 of 19  Committee Chair 15. Report of Special Committees None. 16. Board Bills for Perfection – Consent Calendar Vice President Cohn directed the Clerk to the Board Bills for Perfection Consent Calendar. The Clerk read the following: Board Bill Number 12 Introduced by Alderman Rasheen Aldridge Cosponsors: President Megan Green/Alderman Matt Devoti/Alderwoman Daniela Velázquez/Alderman Michael Browning An ordinance to regulate employer and employee working relationships between the City of St. Louis and all employees under the Classified Service, including a compensation plan, terms and conditions of employment, benefits, leaves of absence, and authorization for a Deferred Compensation Plan; repealing Ordinance 71963; allocating certain other employees to a grade with rate; and including an emergency clause. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after June 14, 2026, and shall remain in effect until amended or repealed by the Board of Aldermen. Vice president Cohn recognized Ms. Tyus. Ms. Tyus asked that Board Bill Number 12 be moved to the Regular Perfection Calendar. Vice President Cohn directed the Clerk to move Board Bill Number 12 to the Regular Perfection Calendar. The Clerk acknowledged. 17. Board Bills for Perfection Calendar Vice President Cohn directed the Clerk to the Board Bills for Perfection Calendar. The Clerk read the following: Board Bill Number 12 Introduced by Alderman Rasheen Aldridge Cosponsors: President Megan Green/Alderman Matt Devoti/Alderwoman Daniela Velázquez/Alderman Michael Browning An ordinance to regulate employer and employee working relationships between the City of St. Louis and all employees under the Classified Service, including a compensation plan, terms and conditions of employment, benefits, leaves of absence, and authorization for a Deferred Compensation Plan; repealing Ordinance 71963; allocating certain other employees to a grade with rate; and including an emergency clause. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after June 14, 2026, and shall remain in effect until amended or repealed by the Board of Aldermen. Vice President Cohn recognized Mr. Aldridge on the motion to perfect Board Bill Number 12. Mr. Aldridge moved to perfect Board Bill Number 12. Page 6 of 19  Seconded by Ms. Schweitzer. Mr. Aldridge spoke on the Board Bill. Other members who also spoke included Ms. Tyus, Ms. Sonnier, and Ms. Boyd. Ms. Sonnier asked to be added as a cosponsor to Board Bill Number 12. Vice President Cohn directed the Clerk to add Ms. Sonnier as a cosponsor to Board Bill Number 12. The Clerk acknowledged. Vice President Cohn called for the vote on the motion to Perfect Board Bill Number 12 to the Perfection Calendar. The Clerk called the roll and the following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Ms. Schweitzer, Mr. Oldenburg, Vice President Cohn, Mr. Narayan, Mr. Devoti, Ms. Velázquez, Ms. Sonnier, Ms. Cox Antwi, Mr. Browning, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Key, Ms. Tyus, Ms. Boyd, Mr. Aldridge, and President Green. A total of 15 Aye votes were cast. The following voted No: None The following voted Present: None. The following Abstained: None The following recused themselves: None The following were present but did not vote: None A total of 15 votes were cast. The motion carried. 18. Report of Engrossment Vice President Cohn directed the Clerk to the Report of Engrossment. The Clerk read the following report. Report of Engrossment Board of Aldermen Committee Report May 29, 2026 To the President of the Board of Aldermen: Page 7 of 19  The Legislation and Rules Committee, which is responsible for engrossment and to which the following Board Bills were referred, reports that it has considered the same and that they are truly engrossed. Board Bill Number 2 Introduced by Alderwoman Anne Schweitzer Cosponsors: Alderwoman Jami Cox Antwi/Alderman Michael Browning/Alderwoman Shameem Clark-Hubbard An ordinance recommended by the Board of Estimate and Apportionment authorizing the city of St. Louis Water Division to accept Community Water Fluoridation Equipment Repair and Replacement funding; appropriating said funds; authorizing the expenditure of such funds, to the extent received; authorizing contracts and other documents to expend such funds, to the extent received; and containing an Emergency Clause. Board Bill Number 11 Introduced by Alderwoman Shameem Clark-Hubbard The bill directs the Director of Streets to install speed humps pursuant to Ordinance Number 70333 as amended by Ordinance Number 71394 to calm the flow of traffic on the 5100 block of Vernon Ave. Alderwoman Daniela Velázquez Chair of the Committee 19. Third Reading and Final Passage of Board Bills – Consent Vice President Cohn directed the Clerk to the Third Reading and Final Passage of Board Bills Calendar. The Clerk read the following: Board Bill Number 2 Introduced by Alderwoman Anne Schweitzer Cosponsors: Alderwoman Jami Cox Antwi/Alderman Michael Browning/Alderwoman Shameem Clark-Hubbard An ordinance recommended by the Board of Estimate and Apportionment authorizing the city of St. Louis Water Division to accept Community Water Fluoridation Equipment Repair and Replacement funding; appropriating said funds; authorizing the expenditure of such funds, to the extent received; authorizing contracts and other documents to expend such funds, to the extent received; and containing an Emergency Clause. Board Bill Number 11 Introduced by Alderwoman Shameem Clark-Hubbard The bill directs the Director of Streets to install speed humps pursuant to Ordinance Number 70333 as amended by Ordinance Number 71394 to calm the flow of traffic on the 5100 block of Vernon Ave. Vice President Cohn recognized Ms. Clark-Hubbard on the motion to adopt the Third Reading and Final Passage of Board Bills Consent Calendar. Ms. Clark-Hubbard moved to adopt the Third Reading and Final Passage of Board Bills – Consent Calendar. Seconded by Mr. Aldridge. Page 8 of 19  Vice President Cohn directed the Clerk to call the roll on the motion to adopt the Third Reading and Final Passage of Board Bills – Consent Calendar. The Clerk called the roll and following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Ms. Schweitzer, Mr. Oldenburg, Vice President Cohn, Mr. Narayan, Mr. Devoti, Ms. Velázquez, Ms. Sonnier, Ms. Cox Antwi, Mr. Browning, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Keys, Ms. Tyus, Ms. Boyd, Mr. Aldridge, and President Green. A total of 15 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 15 votes were cast. The motion carried 20. Third Reading and Final Passage of Board Bills None. 21. Report of Finally Passed Board Bills and Signage by the President Vice President Cohn directed the Clerk to the Report of Finally Passed Board Bills and Signage by the President Calendar. The Clerk Read the following: Report of Finally Passed Board Bills Board Bill Number 2 Introduced by Alderwoman Anne Schweitzer Cosponsors: Alderwoman Jami Cox Antwi/Alderman Michael Browning/Alderwoman Shameem Clark-Hubbard An ordinance recommended by the Board of Estimate and Apportionment authorizing the city of St. Louis Water Division to accept Community Water Fluoridation Equipment Repair and Replacement funding; appropriating said funds; authorizing the expenditure of such funds, to the extent received; authorizing contracts and other documents to expend such funds, to the extent received; and containing an Emergency Clause. Board Bill Number 11 Introduced by Alderwoman Shameem Clark-Hubbard The bill directs the Director of Streets to install speed humps pursuant to Ordinance Number 70333 as amended by Ordinance Number 71394 to calm the flow of traffic on the 5100 block of Vernon Ave. Page 9 of 19  President Signs Board Bills In open Session and without objections, Vice President Cohn signed all Third Read and Finally Passed Board Bills to the end that they might become law. Vice President Cohn recognized Ms. Cox Antwi on the motion to suspend the rules in order to introduce Resolution Number 35 to the First Reading of Resolutions and Reference to Committees Calendar. Ms. Cox Antwi made the motion to suspend the rules in order to introduce Resolution Number 35 to the First Reading of Resolutions and Reference to Committees Calendar. Seconded by Ms. Clark-Hubbard. Vice President called for the vote on the motion to suspend the rules in order to introduce Resolution Number 35 to the First Reading of Resolutions and Reference to Committees Calendar. The Clerk called the roll and following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Ms. Schweitzer, Mr. Oldenburg, Vice President Cohn, Mr. Narayan, Mr. Devoti, Ms. Velázquez, Ms. Sonnier, Ms. Cox Antwi, Mr. Browning, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Keys, Ms. Tyus, Ms. Boyd, Mr. Aldridge, and President Green. A total of 15 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 15 votes were cast. The motion carried Vice President Cohn directed the Clerk to place Resolution Number 35 at the end of First Reading of Resolutions and Reference to Committees Calendar. The Clerk acknowledged. 22. First Reading of Resolutions and Reference to Committees Vice President Cohn directed the Clerk to the First Reading of Resolutions and Reference to Committees Calendar. The Clerk Read the following: RESOLUTION NUMBER 33 RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PORT AUTHORITY PROVIDE PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR A PROJECT AT 611 MARCEAU AVENUE Page 10 of 19 WHEREAS, pursuant to Ordinance Nos. 56707 and 56939 and in accordance with Chapter 68 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, as amended (the “Port Authority Act”), The City of St. Louis, Missouri created the City of St. Louis Port Authority (the “Port Authority”); and WHEREAS, as stated in the Port Authority Act, the Port Authority’s purpose is “to promote the general welfare, to promote development within the port district, to encourage private capital investment by fostering the creation of industrial facilities and industrial parks within the port district and to endeavor to increase the volume of commerce, and to promote the establishment of a foreign trade zone within the port districts;” and WHEREAS, Winland Foods, Inc. (the “Company”) desires to expand its production lines at its pasta making facility located at 611 Marceau Avenue, which is within the Port Authority’s port district boundaries, by acquiring and installing approximately $35,000,000 of new equipment (the “Project”); and WHEREAS, completion of the Project will lead to the creation of approximately 25 jobs with average wages between $48,460 and $70,720 and the retention of 90 existing jobs; and WHEREAS, by participating in an industrial revenue bond transaction, whereby personal property is acquired by the Port Authority and leased to the Company, the Port Authority is able to facilitate personal property tax abatement for the Project; and WHEREAS, completion of the Project will improve the general welfare of the City by retaining jobs and earnings and payroll tax revenues within the City and fostering private capital investment within the Port Authority’s port district boundaries. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that the Board of Aldermen hereby recommends that the Port Authority participate in an industrial revenue bond transaction with the Company to provide 10 years of 80% personal property tax abatement for the Project. Introduced this 29th day of May, 2026 by: The Honorable Anne Schweitzer, Alderwoman 1st Ward Vice President Cohn recognized Ms. Schweitzer to adopt Resolution Number 33 to the First Reading of Resolutions and Reference to Committee Calendar. Ms. Schweitzer made the motion to send Resolution Number 33 to the Transportation and Commerce Committee. Seconded by Ms. Velázquez. Vice President Cohn called on the vote to send Resolution Number 33 to the Transportation and Commerce Committee. The motion carried unanimously by voice vote. RESOLUTION NUMBER 35 COMMEMORATING THE 2026 PRIDE KICK-OFF PARTY, PRIDE MONTH, AND PRIDEFEST IN THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS Page 11 of 19 WHEREAS, the month of June is recognized across the United States as Pride Month, a time to honor the history, courage, organizing, and continued work of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, and other LGBTQIA+ people and communities; and WHEREAS, Pride Month is rooted in the legacy of the Stonewall Uprising and the many people, known and unknown, who demanded the right to live openly, safely, and with dignity; and WHEREAS, St. Louis has its own proud place in that history, with local residents and organizers coming together in 1979 to form the St. Louis Lesbian and Gay Pride Celebration Committee, followed by the first St. Louis Gay and Lesbian Pride Celebration in 1980; and WHEREAS, what began as a community-led gathering has grown over more than four decades into a meaningful civic tradition, bringing together residents, families, neighbors, workers, artists, advocates, community organizations, and allies from across the St. Louis region; and WHEREAS, Pride St. Louis has continued this tradition through public celebration, education, advocacy, volunteer service, community partnerships, and year-round efforts to support and uplift LGBTQIA+ people; and WHEREAS, Pride St. Louis will help launch the 2026 Pride season with the 2026 Pride Kickoff, hosted by 4 Hands Brewery on Thursday, June 4th, bringing community members, supporters, leaders, entertainers, vendors, and PrideSTL Royalty together to celebrate the start of Pride Month in St. Louis; and WHEREAS, PrideFest 2026 will return to Downtown St. Louis on Saturday, June 27th, and Sunday, June 28th, bringing people together in the heart of our City for a weekend of visibility, remembrance, joy, and community pride; and WHEREAS, PrideFest 2026 will include live entertainment, the Grand Pride Parade, community and nonprofit organizations, local and national vendors, family-friendly activities, and opportunities to connect with groups working to advance equality throughout the region; and WHEREAS, this year’s celebration marks a renewed chapter for Pride St. Louis, with a refreshed public identity and a continued focus on its guiding purpose to Educate, Advocate, and Celebrate; and WHEREAS, the Board of Aldermen recognizes the volunteers, organizers, performers, community partners, sponsors, public safety personnel, City employees, and residents whose work makes PrideFest possible each year; and WHEREAS, Pride is more than a single weekend of events; it is a reminder that every St. Louisan deserves to be treated with respect, to feel safe in public life, and to know that their City sees them as part of our shared community; and WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis is strengthened by the diversity of its residents and remains committed to building a city where LGBTQIA+ people, including youth, elders, transgender and gender non-conforming residents, families, and all those who call St. Louis home, are welcomed, valued, and protected. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis that we pause in our deliberations to commemorate Pride Month and PrideFest 2026, to recognize Pride St. Louis for its continued leadership and service to the LGBTQIA+ community, and to reaffirm our support for dignity, inclusion, equality, and belonging for all St. Louisans. We further direct the Clerk of this Board of Aldermen to spread a copy of this Resolution across the minutes of these proceedings and to prepare a commemorative copy of this resolution to the end that it may be presented to those deemed appropriate by the sponsor. Page 12 of 19 Introduced this 29th Day of May 2026 by: The Honorable Jami Cox Antwi, Alderwoman 8th Ward Co-sponsors: The Honorable Shane Cohn, Alderman 3td Ward The Honorable Rasheen Aldridge, Alderman 14th Ward Vice President Cohn recognized Ms. Cox Antwi on Resolution Number 35. Ms. Cox Antwi ask for unanimous consent. Hearing no objection, Vice President Cohn recognized Ms. Cox Antwi on the motion to adopt Resolution Number 35. Ms. Cox Antwi made the motion to adopt Resolution Number 35. Seconded by Mr. Narayan. Ms. Cox Antwi spoke on the Resolution. Other members who also spoke included Ms. Velázquez. Ms. Schweitzer moved to En Banc Resolution Number 35. Seconded by Ms. Velázquez. Vice President Cohn called on the vote to En Banc Resolution Number 35 The motion carried unanimously by voice vote. Vice President Cohn called the vote on the motion to adopt Resolution Number 35 to the First Reading of Resolutions and Reference to Committee Calendar. The Clerk called the roll and following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Ms. Schweitzer, Mr. Oldenburg, Vice President Cohn, Mr. Narayan, Mr. Devoti, Ms. Velázquez, Ms. Sonnier, Ms. Cox Antwi, Mr. Browning, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Keys, Ms. Tyus, Ms. Boyd, Mr. Aldridge, and President Green. A total of 15 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. Page 13 of 19  A total of 15 votes were cast. The motion carried Vice President Cohn, Mr. Browning, and Ms. Keys asked to be cosponsors on Resolution Number 33. The Clerk acknowledged. 23. Second Reading of Resolutions, Committee Reports and Adoptions Vice President Cohn Directed the Clerk to the Second Reading of Resolutions, Committee Reports and Adoptions Calendar. The Clerk read the following: Transportation and Commerce Committee Report – May 29, 2026 Mr. Cohn of the Transportation and Commerce Committee reported that the following were passed out of the committee with a Do Pass Recommendation: 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. I respectfully request your approval of this appointment. Sincerely, Cara Spencer, Mayor City of St. Louis Vice President Cohn recognized Mr. Narayan on the motion to approve the Mayor’s appointment to the Airport Arts Advisory Committee Mr. Narayan moved to approve the Mayor’s appointment Margaret McDonald to the Airport Arts Advisory Committee. Seconded by Ms. Schweitzer. Page 14 of 19  Vice President Cohn called for the vote on the Mayor’s appointment Margaret McDonald to Airport Arts Advisory Committee. The Clerk called the roll and following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Ms. Schweitzer, Mr. Oldenburg, Vice President Cohn, Mr. Narayan, Mr. Devoti, Ms. Velázquez, Ms. Sonnier, Ms. Cox Antwi, Mr. Browning, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Keys, Ms. Tyus, Ms. Boyd, Mr. Aldridge, and President Green. A total of 15 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 15 votes were cast. The motion carried Legislation and Rules Committee Report - May 29, 2026 Ms. Velázquez of the Legislation and Rules Committee reported that the following were passed out of the committee with a Do Pass Recommendation: Clean Energy Development Board (PACE) April 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 individuals for appointment to the Clean Energy Development Board (PACE) The appointment of Stephen Westbrooks, who resides in the 6th Ward, and whose term will expire on May 11, 2030, replacing Otis Williams. The reappointment of Emily Andrews, who resides in the 2nd Ward, and whose term will expire on May 11 2030. Page 15 of 19  I respectfully request your approval of this appointment. Sincerely, Cara Spencer, Mayor City of St. Louis Vice President Cohn recognized Ms. Velázquez on the motion to approve the Mayor’s appointment and reappointment to the Clean Energy Development Board (PACE). Ms. Velázquez moved to approve the Mayor’s appointment and reappointment Stephen Westbrook and Emily Andrews to the Clean Energy Development Board (PACE). Seconded by Mr. Aldridge. Vice President Cohn called for the vote on the Mayor’s appointment and reappointment Stephen Westbrook and Emily Andrews to the Clean Energy Development Board (PACE). The Clerk called the roll and following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Ms. Schweitzer, Mr. Oldenburg, Vice President Cohn, Mr. Narayan, Mr. Devoti, Ms. Velázquez, Ms. Sonnier, Ms. Cox Antwi, Mr. Browning, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Keys, Ms. Tyus, Ms. Boyd, Mr. Aldridge, and President Green. A total of 15 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 15 votes were cast. The motion carried 24. Courtesy Resolutions Vice President Cohn directed the Clerk to the Courtesy Resolutions Calendar. The Clerk read the following: RESOLUTION NUMBER 32 CELEBRATING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CENTRAL WEST END BED AND BREAKFAST INN, LLC Page 16 of 19 WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis is committed to supporting and empowering the people of our city, and to honoring the individuals and institutions whose dedication, vision, and perseverance have strengthened our neighborhoods and enriched the fabric of our community; and WHEREAS, the Central West End Bed and Breakfast Inn, LLC, located at 4045 Washington Boulevard, St. Louis, Missouri 63108, was established on May 19, 2001, by Ms. Henrietta Taylor and co-founder Nathan Phillips, and has served the residents and visitors of St. Louis with distinction for twenty-five years; and WHEREAS, upon its founding, the Central West End Bed and Breakfast Inn, LLC was the largest Black-owned bed and breakfast in the Midwest, opening its doors with eight unique and authentically themed guest rooms spanning three floors, offering a level of hospitality, cultural pride, and elegance rarely seen in our region; and WHEREAS, the establishment has maintained a spacious outdoor venue that has hosted an extraordinary array of community events, celebrations, and gatherings, serving as a gathering place for the people of St. Louis and a source of joy and connection for all who have passed through its doors; and WHEREAS, in a remarkable demonstration of commitment to accessibility and community service, the Central West End Bed and Breakfast Inn, LLC has maintained its original pricing since the day it opened in 2001, ensuring that its hospitality remains within reach of the community it was built to serve; and WHEREAS, Ms. Henrietta Taylor, owner and proprietor, is a woman of extraordinary character and professional distinction, having served as a Social Worker in the medical field and the broader St. Louis community, and as a founding member of the Mu Tau Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, an organization whose legacy of service, scholarship, and sisterhood has uplifted communities across this nation; and WHEREAS, Ms. Taylor has demonstrated a forward-looking commitment to legacy and mentorship, with dedicated plans to introduce the younger generation to the profession and art of the bed and breakfast, ensuring that the tradition of Black hospitality and entrepreneurship she has championed for twenty-five years will endure for generations to come. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Aldermen of the City of St. Louis hereby recognizes and honors Central West End Bed and Breakfast Inn, LLC for 25 years of excellence, community, and unwavering hospitality under the leadership of Ms. Henrietta Taylor. We further direct the Clerk of this board to spread a copy of this resolution across the minutes of these proceeding and to prepare a commemorative copy to the end that it may be presented to those deemed appropriate by the sponsor. Introduced this 29th Day of May 2026 by: The Honorable Laura Keys, Alderwoman of the 11th Ward Cosponsors: The Honorable Shameem Clark-Hubbard, Alderwoman 10th Ward Vice President Cohn recognized Ms. Clark-Hubbard on the motion to adopt the Courtesy Resolutions Calendar. Ms. Clark-Hubbard moved to adopt the Courtesy Resolutions Calendar. Seconded by Mr. Aldridge. Page 17 of 19  Vice President Cohn and Mr. Browning asked to be added as cosponsors on Resolution Number 32. The Clerk acknowledged. Vice President Cohn called for the vote on the motion to adopt the Courtesy Resolutions Calendar. The motion carried unanimously by voice vote. 25. Miscellaneous and Unfinished Business None. 26. Announcements Vice President Cohn directed the Clerk to Announcements. The Clerk read the following: MONDAY, JUNE 1, 2026 POET LAUREATE TASK FORCE – 4PM - WEBINAR TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026 HUDZ – 11AM – KENNEDY ROOM WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2026 BUDGET AND PUBLIC EMPLOYEES – 9:30AM – KENNEDY ROOM PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIES – 3:30PM – KENNEDY ROOM HUDZ – 6PM – JULIA DAVIS LIBRARY 4415 NATURAL BRIDGE THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2026 NONE FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 2026 FULL BOARD MEETING – 10AM – CHAMBERS 27. Excused Aldermen Vice President Cohn recognized Ms. Clark-Hubbard on the motion to excuse. Ms. Clark-Hubbard stated all members were present. 28. Adjournment Vice President Cohn recognized Ms. Clark-Hubbard on the adjournment motion. Ms. Clark-Hubbard moved to adjourn the meeting until Friday, June 5, 2026 at 10am in the Chambers. Seconded Ms. Mr. Aldridge. Vice President Cohn called for the vote on the motion to adjourn until Friday, June 5, 2026 at 10am in the Chambers. Page 18 of 19  The motion was carried unanimously by voice vote. The meeting was adjourned at 10:51am. Submitted by: Sharita Rogers Clerk St. Louis Board of Aldermen Page 19 of 19