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JOURNAL OF THE (1640th) MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER DISTRICT
December 10, 2020
The Trustees of the District met in Room 109 at 2350 Market on the above date. Present at the
meeting were:
Board of Trustees Staff Members
M.E. Yates, Chair B.L. Hoelscher, Executive Director
R. Wilson J. Strahlmann, Asst. Secretary-Treasurer
J. Singer (online) S.M. Myers, General Counsel
M. Evans(online) M. M. Gee, Director of Finance(online)
A. Fehr(online) R. Unverferth, Director of Engineering(online)
Also present were:
Roll call was made, and all were present with Trustee Singer, Trustee Fehr and Trustee Evans online.
Trustee Yates called the motion to go into closed session at 4:30p.m. Motion was made by Trustee Wilson and
second by Trustee Fehr.
Trustee Yates called the open session to order at 5:20p.m. Motion was made by Trustee Wilson and second by
Trustee Fehr.
Trustee Yates then asked for the approval of the November 12, 2020 (1639th) Journal. The Journal was
approved by Trustee Wilson and seconded by Trustee Fehr.
Comments by Board Chair: None
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Report of Board Committees:
AUDIT COMMITTEE
Trustee Fehr reported that The Audit Committee met at 7:30 AM on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. In attendance
were Trustees Fehr, Evans, Singer, Wilson, and Yates. The Chairman had no introductory comments. The
Committee approved the minutes from the October 27th meeting.
Internal Audit continued the meeting by presenting a report for an audit engagement that involved a review of the
administrative processes and procedures utilized by the Division of Environmental Compliance. Specifically, the
engagement scope focused on the operations of three (3) units within the Division of Environmental Compliance:
The Regulatory Affairs Unit, The Stormwater Unit, and the Emergency Response Unit.
The scope period for the testing and review of activities and transactions was the two-year period of calendar
years 2018 and 2019. The engagement received a “Satisfactory” or “clean” opinion. Two Opportunities for
Improvement were presented and discussed with the Committee. The discussions involved the processes for
inspecting food service establishments and the processes for documenting the performance of regulatory training.
During the presentation, questions were discussed and addressed as they were received from the Committee.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 7:50 am. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday,
January 5, 2021. This concludes the Audit Committee Report.
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
Trustee Evans reported that The Program Management Committee met on December 1, 2020 at 7:58 a.m. The
meeting was attended by trustees Yates and Wilson; and Evans, Fehr, and Singer via online.
The minutes of the October 27, 2020 meeting were approved.
Tamara Clinton MSD (online) Bret Berthold MSD (online)
Jon Sprague MSD Tracey Coleman MSD (online)
Sean Hadley MSD Shonnah Parades MSD (online)
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The agenda items to be introduced tonight were presented and discussed, including a detailed discussion regarding
the following items:
Staff presented and reviewed details of eight (8) construction projects recently bid. Staff is seeking authorization
to enter into contracts and appropriate funds for the projects. Projects were overall under the original budgets and
all met the required MWBE goals established.
Ordinance Nos. 15572 & 15573 – Staff provided details of two CSO Volume Reduction Green Infrastructure Grants
being awarded to reduce combined sewer overflows to the Mississippi River and the River Des Peres per the
Consent Decree. Staff provided details of the grants being awarded to Union Station Theatre Parking and Wilkinson
School Apartments for the construction of pervious pavement areas and volume reducing improvements on their
properties.
Ordinance Nos. 15580-15584 – Stormwater OMCI Reimbursements. Staff gave a brief history of the OMCI Sub-
Districts and their purpose, and the plan for funding needed for stormwater projects in these areas. Staff is
requesting appropriation of budgeted funds for the establishment of a municipal stormwater grant program from
available funds within five (5) OMCI Taxing Sub-Districts. Staff additionally requested authorization to administer
the grants below $50,000 without future approval of the Board. Committee asked about MSD’s priority ranking
system for stormwater projects and how these individual municipalities are prioritizing their projects for the
reimbursement programs. The committee also requested an update twice a year listing all grants awarded and
stormwater issues resolved. Staff agreed to this request.
Ordinance Nos. 15586-15588 – Easement Condemnation Requests. Staff gave an update on the status of the
easement acquisitions on 14 parcels of ground for three (3) projects on tonight’s agenda. Staff continues to
coordinate with the property owners but is seeking approval to move forward with condemnation efforts in order to
keep these Consent Decree projects on schedule.
Staff then presented and reviewed details of seven (7) engineering design projects and the firms recently selected
for design. Staff is seeking authorization to enter into contracts and appropriate funds for the projects. Projects’
design fees were overall under the budgets established in the Capital Program.
The next Committee meeting is tentatively scheduled for January 5, 2021. The meeting was adjourned at 9:06 a.m.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Trustee Fehr reported that The Finance Committee met on December 1, 2020 with Trustees Fehr, Yates, Wilson,
Evans, and Singer in attendance. The minutes from the October 27, 2020 meeting were approved.
The first item on the agenda was a discussion by Aon Hewitt on the third quarter performance of the Pension Plan.
Plan assets returned 4.8% in the third quarter and 2.7% year to date, which outperformed the policy benchmarks
of 4.3% and 2.6%. Aon representatives also discussed the asset allocation and third quarter performance of the
Defined Contribution and Deferred Compensation Plans. The Trustees and Aon representatives then discussed the
failing of an Allianz fund in which MSD almost invested, per an Aon recommendation. The Trustees asked for a
copy of a lawsuit brought by another Plan against both Allianz and Aon. Secretary-Treasurer Snoke noted he did
have a copy of the lawsuit and would circulate to the Trustees.
Next on the agenda was a report by staff on the District's Operating Fund Portfolio as of November 30, 2020. Staff
indicated that the portfolio is in compliance with the District’s Investment Policy.
The next item on the agenda was an ordinance authorizing the District to enter into a contract with US Bank. The
contract shall provide for a term of three (3) years with five (5) additional one-year options, not to exceed eight (8)
years. This ordinance allows US Bank to provide banking services at a guaranteed price for a minimum of five
years. This will be Ordinance #15600 on tonight’s agenda.
Staff also discussed two ordinances that are included on tonight’s agenda which authorize the District to issue the
Series 2021A and 2021B Bonds and authorize District officials to execute necessary documents. The Series 2021A
Bonds will be issued for approximately $63.1 million with the proceeds funding the Lower Meramec Tunnel project.
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The Series 2021B Bonds will be issued for up to $40.2 million with the proceeds being used to complete Phase VI
of MSD’s Public I/I Reduction Program. These will be Ordinances #15601 and #15602 on tonight’s agenda.
The next item on the agenda was a resolution authorizing MSD to reimburse project costs pertaining to the I/I
program from the Series 2021B bond proceeds. This will be Resolution #3623 on tonight’s agenda.
Next, the Adjustment Review Committee report for the quarter ended September 30, 2020 was presented as
required by ordinance. Staff also reported on the current financial condition of the District indicating it continues to
be financially stable.
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 a.m. The next tentatively scheduled meeting is Tuesday, January 5, 2021. This
concludes the Finance Committee Report.
STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS COMMITTEE
Trustee Wilson reported that The Stakeholder Relations Committee met at District Headquarters on Tuesday,
December 1, 2020 at approximately 10:00 a.m. Those present at the meeting included Chairperson Wilson and
Trustee Yates, as well as District Directors and staff, and participating via video web call were Trustees Evans, Fehr
and Singer.
Chairperson Wilson called roll, had no further comments, and by motion of all Trustees, approved the minutes of
the October 27, 2020 Stakeholder Committee Meeting Minutes.
The first Agenda item was a discussion by Tracey Coleman regarding an Ordinance for Corporate Medical Services.
This action provides an administrator and service provider for District drug testing and other medical services. It is
Ordinance No. 15598 on tonight's Agenda.
The next Agenda item was a discussion by Tracey Coleman regarding an Ordinance for the District's Compensation
Plan. Upon ratification of the AFSCME and SEIU contracts, this action will update Schedules A and B Employees'
salary and wage grades. It is Ordinance No. 15599 on tonight's Agenda.
The next Agenda item was a discussion by Susan Myers regarding an Ordinance for a Lease Amendment. This
action will authorize the District to lease additional District-owned property. It is Ordinance No. 15597 on tonight's
Agenda.
The meeting was then adjourned at approximately 10:15 a.m. by Trustee Wilson. The next meeting date is
tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, January 5, 2021.
Comments by the Executive Director: None
Comments from the Public: - There were no public comments.
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The Assistant Secretary-Treasurer asked if there were any board members who would like to pull any items
for a separate vote within the Consent Agenda. Hearing None, the Assistant Secretary-Treasurer asked for
a vote on the consent agenda.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15552 - CSO Volume Reduction Green Infrastructure –
American Cancer Society – Hope Lodge (13572)
Authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter
into an agreement with American Cancer Society, Inc., for cost sharing for green infrastructure construction in CSO
Volume Reduction Green Infrastructure – American Cancer Society – Hope Lodge (13572) in the City of St. Louis,
Missouri.
Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15553 - CSO Volume Reduction Green Infrastructure –
Andy’s Seasonings (13332)
Authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to
enter into an agreement with Andy's Seasoning, Inc., for cost sharing for green infrastructure construction in CSO Volume
Reduction Green Infrastructure – Andy’s Seasonings (13332) in the City of St. Louis, Missouri.
Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15554 - CSO Volume Reduction Green Infrastructure –
Beaumont Building (13450)
Authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to
enter into an agreement with Beaumont I Partnership, LLC, for cost sharing for green infrastructure construction in CSO
Volume Reduction Green Infrastructure – Beaumont Building (13450) in the City of St. Louis, Missouri.
Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15555 - Hampton Creek Sanitary Relief (Deer Creek
Trunk to Oxford Dr) Phase IA (Brentwood) (13405)
Appropriating One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) from the Sanitary Replacement Fund for intergovernmental agreement
reimbursement for sanitary sewer construction in Hampton Creek Sanitary Relief (Deer Creek Trunk to Oxford Dr) Phase
IA (Brentwood) (13405) in the City of Brentwood, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-
Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into an intergovernmental agreement under
Contract No. 21984 with the City of Brentwood, Missouri.
Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15556 - Hampton Creek Sanitary Relief (Deer Creek
Trunk to Oxford Dr) Phase IA (Foss STL Swim School LLC) (13405)
Appropriating Two Million Two Hundred Thousand Dollars ($2,200,000.00) from the Sanitary Replacement Fund for
reimbursement for sanitary sewer construction in Hampton Creek Sanitary Relief (Deer Creek Trunk to Oxford Dr) Phase
IA (Foss STL Swim School LLC) (13405) in the City of Brentwood, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and
Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into an agreement under Contract No.
21985 with Foss STL Swim School, LLC.
Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15557 - Caulks Creek Forcemain (River Valley Rd to L-
52) (11790)
Making an appropriation of Fifteen Million Seven Hundred Thousand Dollars ($15,700,000.00) from the Sanitary
Replacement Fund to be used for sanitary sewer construction in Caulks Creek Forcemain (River Valley Rd to L-52)
(11790) in the City of Maryland Heights, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on
behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into Contract No. 21951 with Bates Utility Company, Inc. for
sanitary sewer construction.
Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15558 - DeGiverville Combined Sewer Improvements
(11136)
Making an appropriation of One Million Four Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($1,450,000.00) from the Sanitary
Replacement Fund to be used for combined sewer construction in DeGiverville Combined Sewer Improvements (11136)
in the City of St. Louis, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The
Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into Contract No. 21897 with Gershenson Construction Co. for combined
sewer construction.
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Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15559 - Willow Hill Storm Sewer (Ladue 1614A) (12938)
Appropriating Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000.00) from the Operation, Maintenance, Construction,
Improvement Fund of Deer Creek for cost share for storm sewer construction in Willow Hill Storm Sewer (Ladue 1614A)
(12938) in the City of Ladue, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The
Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into an intergovernmental agreement under Contract No. 21986 with the City
of Ladue, Missouri.
Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15560 - Gentle Court Channel Improvement (WILL-06)
(11558)
Appropriating Two Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars ($225,000.00) from the Districtwide Stormwater Fund to be
used for channel stabilization in Gentle Court Channel Improvement (WILL-06) (11558) in Unincorporated St. Louis
County, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis
Sewer District to enter into Contract No. 21964 with Two Alpha Contracting, LLC for the aforesaid channel stabilization.
Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15561 - Union Road 100 Block Storm Improvements
(10366)
Declaring the necessity for the acquisition of easements and temporary easements in certain real property within The
Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District for the purpose of construction of sewers and related appurtenances in the project
known as Union Road 100 Block Storm Improvements (10366) in Unincorporated St. Louis County, Missouri to serve the
needs of residents of the area, and authorizing staff to proceed with further condemnation efforts related to the project,
including but not limited to the purchase and/or the filing of all necessary court pleadings or documents to commence and
prosecute formal legal proceedings for the acquisition of said easements and temporary construction easements.
Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15562 - CCTV Inspection and Physical Inspection of
Sewers (2020) (12000)
Making a supplemental appropriation of Two Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($2,500,000.00) from the General
Fund to be used for CCTV inspection and physical inspection of sewers, sonar inspections, laser profiling, and sewer
cleaning in CCTV Inspection and Physical Inspection of Sewers (2020) (12000) in The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District
Service Area; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis
Sewer District to enter into Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. 21898 with Ace Pipe Cleaning, Inc. for the aforesaid CCTV
inspection and physical inspection of sewers, sonar inspections, laser profiling, and sewer cleaning.
Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15563 - Construction Management Services – Lower
Meramec and Deer Creek Tunnels (11826)
Making a supplemental appropriation of Two Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($2,500,000.00) from the Sanitary
Replacement Fund to be used for construction management services in Construction Management Services – Lower
Meramec and Deer Creek Tunnels (11826) in Various Locations within the District; and authorizing the Executive Director
and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to amend Contract No. 20099 with Black
& Veatch Corporation for the aforesaid construction management services.
Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15564 - Construction Management Services –
Tank/Treatment/Pump Station Facilities (11151)
Making a supplemental appropriation of Four Million Eight Hundred Thousand Dollars ($4,800,000.00) from the Sanitary
Replacement Fund to be used for construction management services in Construction Management Services –
Tank/Treatment/Pump Station Facilities (11151) in Various Locations within the District; and authorizing the Executive
Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to amend Contract No. 20100 with
KAI 360 Construction Services, LLC for the aforesaid construction management services.
Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15565 - Professional Services Agreement – Engineering
Services
Authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter
into a contract with Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc. (CMT), whereby CMT will provide general engineering services for
treatment plants, pump stations, and other operations groups to the District.
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Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15566 - Sentry Security Lease
Authorizing and directing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer
District to lease to Sentry Security certain real property of the District in the City of St. Louis, Missouri for use as a parking
lot, and to execute a Lease Agreement upon the terms and conditions hereinafter set out.
Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15567 - Contract for Investment Advisory Services
Authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter
into a contract with US Bancorp Asset Management, Inc. (US Bancorp), whereby US Bancorp will provide investment
management services to the District.
Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 15568 - White Coleman & Associates, LLC - General Legal
Services
Authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter
into a contract with White Coleman & Associates, LLC, whereby White Coleman & Associates, LLC will provide General
Legal Services to the District.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Wilson, that Ordinance Nos. be adopted.
Motion passed – 5 ayes 15552 - 15568
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
ORDINANCES
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NEW BUSINESS
ORDINANCES
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15570, making an appropriation of Three Million Seven Hundred Thousand
Dollars ($3,700,000.00) from the Sanitary Replacement Fund to be used for sanitary sewer rehabilitation in Bissell –
Coldwater – Missouri – Meramec Public I/I Reduction (2021) Contract B (12509) in the Cities of Bel-Ridge, Berkeley,
Clayton, Florissant, Hazelwood, Ladue, Olivette, University City, and Unincorporated St. Louis County, Missouri; and
authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to
enter into Contract No. 21943 with Insituform Technologies USA, LLC for sanitary sewer rehabilitation.
Proposed Ord. No. 15570 was presented and read. The work to be done under Contract #21943 consists of
the rehabilitation of approximately 69,422 lineal feet of sanitary sewers varying in size from 8-inches to 30-inches in
diameter using cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) methods, 37 manholes, 1,301 service connections, and 20 point repairs. The
purpose of this project is to reduce inflow/infiltration (I/I) in the Maline Creek watershed. This project is scheduled to be
completed in 600 days.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Evans, that Ordinance Nos.15570 be Introduction.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15571, making an appropriation of Fourteen Million Dollars
($14,000,000.00) from the Sanitary Replacement Fund to be used for wastewater treatment plant construction in Bissell
Point WWTF Trickling Filter Media Replacement (12566) in the City of St. Louis, Missouri; and authorizing the
Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into Contract
No. 21966 with Goodwin Brothers Construction Co. for wastewater treatment plant construction.
Proposed Ord. No. 15571 was presented and read. The work to be done under Contract #21966 consists of the
removal and replacement of corrugated PVC sheet media and ancillary components within six (6) trickling filters. The
purpose of this project is to extend the useful life of the trickling filters in order to maintain the current level of service for
treatment. This project is scheduled to be completed in 820 days.
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Motion was made by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Yates, that Ordinance Nos.15571 be Introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15572, authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on
behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into an agreement with 401 S. 18th Street LLC, for cost
sharing for green infrastructure construction in CSO Volume Reduction Green Infrastructure – Union Station Theater
Parking (13575) in the City of St. Louis, Missouri.
Proposed Ord. No. 15572 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the District to enter into an
agreement with 401 S. 18th Street LLC to provide financial assistance through a Green Infrastructure Grant Program for
construction of green infrastructure. The purpose of this project is to reduce combined sewer overflows into the
Mississippi River per the Long Term Control Plan. This project will reduce runoff volume with the installation of permeable
pavers. Total cost of the project is estimated at $160,000 and 401 S. 18th Street LLC, is requesting approximately
$118,800 reimbursement for the cost of green infrastructure.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Evans, that Ordinance No. 15572 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15573, authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on
behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into an agreement with 7212 Arsenal LLC, for cost sharing
for green infrastructure construction in CSO Volume Reduction Green Infrastructure – Wilkinson School Apartment
(13420) in the City of St. Louis, Missouri.
Proposed Ord. No. 15573 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the District to enter into an
agreement with 7212 Arsenal LLC to provide financial assistance through a Green Infrastructure Grant Program for
construction of green infrastructure. The purpose of this project is to reduce combined sewer overflows into the River
Des Peres per the Long Term Control Plan. This project will reduce runoff volume by removing impervious surface. Total
cost of the project is estimated at $106,000 and 7212 Arsenal LLC is requesting approximately $52,200 reimbursement
for the cost of green infrastructure.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Wilson, that Ordinance No. 15573 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15574, making an appropriation of Three Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars
($350,000.00) from the Sanitary Replacement Fund to be used for sanitary sewer construction in Dacey Branch Sanitary
Relief (Bella Clare Dr to Prior Dr) (12142) in Unincorporated St. Louis County, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive
Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into Contract No. 21978
with Above and Below Contracting, LLC for sanitary sewer construction.
Proposed Ord. No. 15574 was presented and read. The work to be done under Contract #21978 consists of the
construction of approximately 279 lineal feet of sanitary sewers 12-inches in diameter and appurtenances. The purpose
of this project is to relieve overcharged sanitary sewers. This project is scheduled to be completed in 270 days.
Motion was made by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Evans, that Ordinance No. 15574 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15575, making an appropriation of Three Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand
Dollars ($325,000.00) from the Improvement Fund to be used for wastewater treatment plant construction in Missouri
River WWTF Tunnel Service Water Piping Replacement (13223) in the City of Maryland Heights, Missouri; and
authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter
into Contract No. 21962 with Corrigan Co. for wastewater treatment plant construction.
Proposed Ord. No. 15575 was presented and read. An additional contingency of $5,000 for permitting and
builder’s risk insurance is included in the appropriation. The designer’s estimate was reduced due to refinement of project
scope and reduction of project contingency. This project was one of seven design projects included in General Services
Agreement – Facility & Sewer Design (2020) Contract A (12397).
Motion was made by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Singer, that Ordinance No. 15575 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
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Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15576, making an appropriation of Four Million Dollars ($4,000,000.00) from
the Sanitary Replacement Fund to be used for sanitary sewer construction in Watkins Creek Pump Station (P-101)
Forcemain Replacement (Coal Bank Rd to Spring Garden Dr) (12922) in the City of St. Louis, Missouri; and authorizing
the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into
Contract No. 21981 with Kolb Grading Inc. for sanitary sewer construction.
Proposed Ord. No. 15576 was presented and read. The work to be done under Contract #21981 consists of the
construction of approximately 8,264 lineal feet of sanitary forcemain 20-inches in diameter, approximately 1,012 lineal
feet of pipe-in-tunnel, and appurtenances. The purpose of this project is to replace the existing forcemain which has
extensive damage caused by hydrogen sulfide and air pockets. This project is scheduled to be completed in 365 days.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Wilson, that Ordinance No. 15576 be introduced.
Motion passed – 4 ayes 1 abstention
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - abstain
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15577, making an appropriation of One Million Two Hundred Thousand
Dollars ($1,200,000.00) from the Sanitary Replacement Fund to be used for sanitary sewer construction in Woods Mill
Sanitary Relief (I-64 to Brook Mill Ln) (12296) in the City of Town and Country, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive
Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into Contract No. 21979
with Pace Construction Company for sanitary sewer construction.
Proposed Ord. No. 15577 was presented and read. The work to be done under Contract #21979 consists of the
construction of approximately 2,116 lineal feet of sanitary sewers varying in size from 8-inches to 15-inches in diameter
and appurtenances. The purpose of this project is to reduce building backups and alleviate overcharged sanitary sewers.
This project is scheduled to be completed in 365 days.
Motion was made by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Yates, that Ordinance No. 15577 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15578, making an appropriation of Three Million Three Hundred Fifty
Thousand Dollars ($3,350,000.00) from the Sanitary Replacement Fund to be used for sanitary sewer construction in
New England Town Quarry Pump Station (P-307) (SKME-544) Improvements (10716) in Unincorporated St. Louis
County, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St.
Louis Sewer District to enter into Contract No. 21980 with Fred M. Luth & Sons, Inc. for sanitary sewer construction.
Proposed Ord. No. 15578 was presented and read. The work to be done under Contract #21980 consists of the
construction of a new duplex submersible pump station, approximately 1,176 feet of 12-inch diameter forcemain,
approximately 2,208 feet of 6-inch to 18-inch diameter sanitary sewers and all appurtenances, and the demolition of the
existing pump station. The purpose of this project is to replace a sanitary sewer pump station and forcemain that have
inadequate capacity and are at the end of their life cycle. This project is scheduled to be completed in 450 days.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Wilson, that Ordinance No. 15578 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15579, making an appropriation of One Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand
Dollars ($175,000.00) from the Districtwide Stormwater Fund to be used for storm sewer construction in Raford Ct.
Storm Sewer Separation (11506) in the City of Bellefontaine Neighbors, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director
and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into Contract No. 21975 with
Gershenson Construction Co. for storm sewer construction.
Proposed Ord. No. 15579 was presented and read. The work to be done under Contract #21975 consists of the
construction of approximately 355 lineal feet of storm sewers 18-inches in diameter and appurtenances. The purpose of
this project is to alleviate structure flooding and building backups at 932 and 968 Raford Ct. in the City of Bellefontaine
Neighbors, Missouri. This project is scheduled to be completed in 150 days.
Motion was made by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Evans, that Ordinance No. 15579 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
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Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15580, appropriating Seven Hundred Five Thousand Three Hundred Eighty-
One Dollars ($705,381.00) from the Operations, Maintenance, Construction, Improvement Fund of Coldwater Creek for
cost share for municipal stormwater expenditures in Coldwater Creek OMCI Reimbursements Program (13488) in St.
Louis County, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan
St. Louis Sewer District to enter into intergovernmental agreements with municipalities where revenue is collected by
the Coldwater Creek OMCI in St. Louis County, Missouri.
Proposed Ord. No. 15580 was presented and read. This ordinance appropriates funds and authorizes the District
to enter into intergovernmental agreements under $50,000, not involving MSD infrastructure improvements, with
municipalities where revenue is collected by the Coldwater Creek OMCI in St. Louis County, Missouri. Intergovernmental
agreements $50,000 or greater will be individually submitted to the Board for approval.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Singer, that Ordinance No. 15580 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15581, appropriating One Million Five Hundred Thirty-Seven Thousand Two
Hundred Eighty-Seven Dollars ($1,537,287.00) from the Operations, Maintenance, Construction, Improvement Fund of
Deer Creek for cost share for municipal stormwater expenditures in Deer Creek OMCI Reimbursements Program
(13487) in St. Louis County, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The
Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into intergovernmental agreements with municipalities where revenue is
collected by the Deer Creek OMCI in St. Louis County, Missouri.
Proposed Ord. No. 15581 was presented and read. This ordinance appropriates funds and authorizes the District
to enter into intergovernmental agreements under $50,000, not involving MSD infrastructure improvements, with
municipalities where revenue is collected by the Deer Creek OMCI in St. Louis County, Missouri. Intergovernmental
agreements $50,000 or greater will be individually submitted to the Board for approval.
Motion was made by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Yates, that Ordinance No. 15581 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15582, appropriating Sixty-Nine Thousand Seven Hundred Ten Dollars
($69,710.00) from the Operations, Maintenance, Construction, Improvement Fund of Seminary Branch of River Des
Peres for cost share for municipal stormwater expenditures in Seminary OMCI Reimbursements Program (13491) in St.
Louis County, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan
St. Louis Sewer District to enter into intergovernmental agreements with municipalities where revenue is collected by
the Seminary Branch of River Des Peres OMCI in St. Louis County, Missouri.
Proposed Ord. No. 15582 was presented and read. This ordinance appropriates funds and authorizes the District
to enter into intergovernmental agreements under $50,000, not involving MSD infrastructure improvements, with
municipalities where revenue is collected by the Seminary Branch of River Des Peres OMCI in St. Louis County, Missouri.
Intergovernmental agreements $50,000 or greater will be individually submitted to the Board for approval.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Singer, that Ordinance No. 15582 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15583, appropriating One Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Nine Hundred Five
Dollars ($142,905.00) from the Operations, Maintenance, Construction, Improvement Fund of Sugar Creek for cost
share for municipal stormwater expenditures in Sugar Creek OMCI Reimbursements Program (13490) in St. Louis
County, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan
St. Louis Sewer District to enter into intergovernmental agreements with municipalities where revenue is collected by
the Sugar Creek OMCI in St. Louis County, Missouri.
Proposed Ord. No. 15583 was presented and read. This ordinance appropriates funds and authorizes the District
to enter into intergovernmental agreements under $50,000, not involving MSD infrastructure improvements, with
municipalities where revenue is collected by the Sugar Creek OMCI in St. Louis County, Missouri. Intergovernmental
agreements $50,000 or greater will be individually submitted to the Board for approval.
Motion was made by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Singer, that Ordinance No. 15583 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
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Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15584, appropriating Three Hundred Thirty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred
Twenty-Four Dollars ($335,924.00) from the Operations, Maintenance, Construction, Improvement Fund of University
City for cost share for municipal stormwater expenditures in University City OMCI Reimbursements Program (13489) in
St. Louis County, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The
Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into intergovernmental agreements with municipalities where revenue is
collected by the University City OMCI in St. Louis County, Missouri.
Proposed Ord. No. 15584 was presented and read. This ordinance appropriates funds and authorizes the
District to enter into intergovernmental agreements under $50,000, not involving MSD infrastructure improvements, with
municipalities where revenue is collected by the University City OMCI in St. Louis County, Missouri. Intergovernmental
agreements $50,000 or greater will be individually submitted to the Board for approval.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Wilson, that Ordinance No. 15584 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15585, making a supplemental appropriation of Two Hundred Thousand
Dollars ($200,000.00) from the Stormwater Regulatory Fund to be used for small grant administration agreement in
Stormwater Quality Green Infrastructure – Small Grant Rainscaping Program (13352) in the City of St. Louis and St.
Louis County, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan
St. Louis Sewer District to amend an inter-agency agreement under Contract No. 21867 with Missouri Botanical Gardens
for small grant administration agreement.
Proposed Ord. No. 15585 was presented and read. This ordinance appropriates additional funds and authorizes
staff to amend an agreement with the Missouri Botanical Gardens (MBG) under Contract #21867. The purpose of the
St. Louis County Phase II Stormwater Management Plan is to improve area water quality by preventing harmful pollutants
from being carried by stormwater runoff into local water bodies. The purpose of the Stormwater Quality Small Grant
Rainscaping Program is to encourage individual landowners to implement green infrastructure (aka rainscaping)
techniques on their properties to address water quality of stormwater runoff.
Motion was made by Trustee Evans, seconded by Trustee Wilson, that Ordinance No. 15585 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15586, declaring the necessity for the acquisition of easements and
temporary easements in certain real property within The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District for the purpose of
construction of sewers and related appurtenances in the project known as Canterbury and Roland Sanitary Relief
(Nelson Dr to Roland Blvd) (12110) in the Cities of Northwoods and Pasadena Hills, Missouri to serve the needs of
residents of the area, and authorizing staff to proceed with further condemnation efforts related to the project, including
but not limited to the purchase and/or the filing of all necessary court pleadings or documents to commence and
prosecute formal legal proceedings for the acquisition of said easements and temporary construction easements.
Proposed Ord. No. 15586 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the staff to proceed with further
condemnation efforts including the filing of all necessary court pleadings or documents leading to the acquisition of
permanent easements and temporary construction easements on two (2) parcels of ground located in the Cities of
Northwoods and Pasadena Hills, Missouri. The easements and temporary construction easements are needed to
construct this project, which consists of the construction of approximately 2,670 lineal feet of 8-inch to 18-inch diameter
sanitary sewer, and to construct 610 feet of rock lined channel, including 185 feet of retaining wall. The purpose of this
project is to alleviate wet weather building backups and overcharged sanitary sewers and to provide for the elimination
of one (1) constructed SSO (BP-612). Currently, the District has been unable to negotiate a settlement with the owners.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Wilson, that Ordinance No. 15586 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15587, declaring the necessity for the acquisition of easements and
temporary easements in certain real property within The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District for the purpose of
construction of sewers and related appurtenances in the project known as Sub-Trunk #2 Sanitary Relief (Birmingham
Ct to Cove Ln) (12221) in Unincorporated St. Louis County, Missouri to serve the needs of residents of the area, and
authorizing staff to proceed with further condemnation efforts related to the project, including but not limited to the
purchase and/or the filing of all necessary court pleadings or documents to commence and prosecute formal legal
proceedings for the acquisition of said easements and temporary construction easements.
Edited 1/7/21 Pg. 11
Proposed Ord. No. 15587 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the staff to proceed with further
condemnation efforts including the filing of all necessary court pleadings or documents leading to the acquisition of
permanent easements and temporary construction easements on six (6) parcels of ground located in Unincorporated St.
Louis County, Missouri. The easements and temporary construction easements are needed to construct this project,
which consists of the construction of approximately 4,400 lineal feet of 18-inch sanitary sewer. The purpose of this project
is to alleviate wet weather building backups and overcharged sanitary sewers, and to provide for the elimination of three
(3) constructed SSOs (BP-210, BP-211 & BP-213). Currently, the District has been unable to negotiate a settlement with
the owners.
Motion was made by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Yates, that Ordinance No. 15587 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15588, declaring the necessity for the acquisition of easements and
temporary easements in certain real property within The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District for the purpose of
construction of sewers and related appurtenances in the project known as Sub-Trunk #3 Sanitary Relief (Muriel Dr to
Jenner Ln) (11669) in Unincorporated St. Louis County, Missouri to serve the needs of residents of the area, and
authorizing staff to proceed with further condemnation efforts related to the project, including but not limited to the
purchase and/or the filing of all necessary court pleadings or documents to commence and prosecute formal legal
proceedings for the acquisition of said easements and temporary construction easements.
Proposed Ord. No. 15588 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the staff to proceed with further
condemnation efforts including the filing of all necessary court pleadings or documents leading to the acquisition of
permanent easements and temporary construction easements on six (6) parcels of ground located in unincorporated St.
Louis County, Missouri. The easements and temporary construction easements are needed to construct this project,
which consists of the construction of approximately 4,300 lineal feet of 8-inch to 27-inch sanitary sewer. The purpose of
this project is to alleviate wet weather building backups and overcharged sanitary sewers, and to provide for the
elimination of one (1) constructed SSO (BP-214). Currently, the District has been unable to negotiate a settlement with
the owners.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Wilson, that Ordinance No. 15588 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15589, appropriating Two Million Eight Hundred Forty-Four Thousand
Dollars ($2,844,000.00) from the Sanitary Replacement Fund to be used for design of improvements in Bissell Point
WWTF Fine Screen, Concrete and Gate Improvements (12548) in the City of St. Louis, Missouri; and authorizing the
Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into Contract
No. 21994 with Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. for design of improvements.
Proposed Ord. No. 15589 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the District to enter into Contract
#21994 with Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. for the design of the Bissell Point WWTF Fine Screen, Concrete and Gate
Improvements (12548) project. Bissell Point WWTF Fine Screen, Concrete and Gate Improvements (12548) is a lump
sum cost project for the design and preparation of construction documents to construct the removal and replacement of
the comminutors, sluice gates, frames, stems, guides, actuators, and all associated concrete repairs in the Gate Building
and Pre-Aeration Tanks. The purpose of this project is to replace the comminutors with fine screens to remove the solid
and floatable materials from the wastewater flow, reducing maintenance on downstream pumping and treatment
equipment. This project will also replace the existing sluice gates that are nearing the end of their useful life. The
construction cost estimate for this project is $28,600,000. Construction is anticipated to begin in FY2023.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Wilson, that Ordinance No. 15589 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15590, appropriating One Hundred Ninety-Five Thousand Dollars
($195,000.00) from the Sanitary Replacement Fund to be used for design of pump station and appurtenances in Caulks
Creek Pump Station B (P-751) Relocation (12114) in the City of Chesterfield, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive
Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into Contract No. 21995
with Thouvenot, Wade & Moerchen, Inc. for design of pump station and appurtenances.
Edited 1/7/21 Pg. 12
Proposed Ord. No. 15590 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the District to enter into
Contract #21995 with Thouvenot, Wade & Moerchen, Inc. for the design of the Caulks Creek Pump Station B (P-751)
Relocation (12114) project. Caulks Creek Pump Station B (P-751) Relocation (12114) is a lump sum cost project for
the design and preparation of construction documents to construct a new triplex submersible pump station in a new
location, approximately 290 feet of 18-inch diameter sanitary sewers, approximately 210 feet of 10-inch diameter force
main, secondary power supply, demolition of the existing pump station, and appurtenances. The purpose of this
project is to replace an inadequate pump station facility with no space for expansion or secondary storage, no
secondary power supply, and a safety risk for maintenance being extremely close to an active railroad track and
expanded overhead power lines above the facility.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Wilson, that Ordinance No. 15590 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15591, appropriating Nine Hundred Forty-Three Thousand Dollars
($943,000.00) from the Sanitary Replacement Fund to be used for design of improvements in Coldwater Creek WWTF
Repairs and Improvements (2022) (12552) in the City of Black Jack, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director
and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into Contract No. 21996 with
Donohue & Associates, Inc. for design of improvements.
Proposed Ord. No. 15591 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the District to enter into
Contract #21996 with Donohue & Associates, Inc. for the design of the Coldwater Creek WWTF Repairs and
Improvements (2022) (12552) project. Coldwater Creek WWTF Repairs and Improvements (2022) (12552) is a lump
sum cost project for the design and preparation of construction documents to construct the removal and replacement
of all aeration control piping including fittings, meters, and valves in the Aeration Control Building. The purpose of this
project is to replace the Aeration Control Building piping, valves, actuators and flowmeters that are near the end of
their useful life.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Evans, that Ordinance No. 15591 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15592, appropriating Five Hundred Seventy-Six Thousand Dollars
($576,000.00) from the Sanitary Replacement Fund to be used for design in Eltora Wet Weather Storage Facility (11737)
in the City of Pagedale, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The
Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into Contract No. 21997 with KAI 360 Construction Services, LLC for
design.
Proposed Ord. No. 15592 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the District to enter into Contract
#21997 with KAI 360 Construction Services, LLC for Engineering Design Services for the 30% conceptual design build
documents and support for the RFQ and RFP selection for the Eltora Wet Weather Storage Facility (11737) project. The
purpose of this project is to construct a wet weather storage facility to alleviate sanitary sewer surcharging and building
backups during wet weather events. KAI will also provide Advisory Services under a future supplemental appropriation
during the design, construction, and start-up after the Design Build selection is completed.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Evans, that Ordinance No. 15592 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15593, appropriating Seven Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($750,000.00)
from the Sanitary Replacement Fund to be used for planning services in Gaslight Square Sewer Improvements Phase
II (13516) in the City of St. Louis, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of
The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into Contract No. 21998 with Stantec Consulting Services Inc. for
planning services.
Proposed Ord. No. 15593 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the District to enter into
Contract #21998 with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for the design of the Gaslight Square Sewer Improvements
Phase II (13516) project. The Gaslight Square Sewer Improvements Phase II (13516) project was established in order
for a pre-design study to be prepared for this Cityshed Mitigation project, as part of the Consent Decree Program. The
purpose of this project is to alleviate basement backups and overland flooding, and to provide the best level of service
that is feasible in the project area. In order to accomplish this goal, multiple alternatives will be developed, and the
recommended alternative will define the scope for final design and construction. Alternatives will be examined for
cost, level of service provided, benefit-to-cost ratio, and constructability. This project may include final design. This
contract is for a total maximum amount of $750,000.
Edited 1/7/21 Pg. 13
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Wilson, that Ordinance No. 15593 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15594, appropriating Nine Hundred Ten Thousand Dollars ($910,000.00)
from the Sanitary Replacement Fund to be used for design of improvements in Lemay WWTF Repairs and Improvements
(2023) (13153) in Unincorporated St. Louis County, Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-
Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into Contract No. 21999 with Donohue &
Associates, Inc. for design of improvements.
Proposed Ord. No. 15594 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the District to enter into
Contract #21999 with Donohue & Associates, Inc. for the design of the Lemay WWTF Repairs and Improvements
(2023) (13153) project. Lemay WWTF Repairs and Improvements (2023) (13153) is a lump sum cost project for the
design and preparation of construction documents to construct the repair or the removal and replacement of various
aging infrastructure components at the Lemay WWTF. The purpose of this project is to renew the existing grit removal
system by replacing the grit collector mechanisms in Tanks 1-4, including center piers, gear drives, raker arms, half-
span beam bridges, influent isolation gates, deflector gates, and effluent weirs to extend the useful life of the grit tanks.
Motion was made by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Singer, that Ordinance No. 15594 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15595, appropriating Eight Hundred Ten Thousand Dollars ($810,000.00)
from the Sanitary Replacement Fund to be used for design in Pump Station Repair and Improvement Design (Contract
C) (12699) in the Cities of Chesterfield, Des Peres, Sunset Hills, Wildwood, and Unincorporated St. Louis County,
Missouri; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer
District to enter into Contract No. 22000 with Crawford Murphy & Tilly Inc. for design.
Proposed Ord. No. 15595 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the District to enter into Contract
#22000 with Crawford Murphy & Tilly Inc. to provide design services for all projects included in the Pump Station Repair
and Improvement Design (Contract C) (12699) project. Pump Station Repair and Improvement Design (Contract C)
(12699) is a lump sum cost project for the design and preparation of construction documents for multiple pump station
improvement/rehabilitation/elimination projects. This design contract consists of five (5) potential pump station projects.
The purpose of these projects is for renewal and replacement of assets that have exceeded the design life. The
construction cost estimate for this project is $3,140,000. Construction is anticipated to begin in FY2023.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Wilson, that Ordinance No. 15595 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15596, making a supplemental appropriation of One Hundred Fifty
Thousand Dollars ($150,000.00) from the General Fund to be used for rainfall data gathering and analysis in Radar
Rainfall Data (2020) (12006) District-wide; and authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on behalf of
The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. 21868 with Vieux and
Associates, Inc. for the aforesaid rainfall data gathering and analysis.
Proposed Ord. No. 15596 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes the District to enter into
Amendment No. 1 to Contract #21868 for the first of four (4) option years with Vieux and Associates, Inc. This contract
allows the District to continue maintaining the integration between the existing rain gauge network and NEXRAD radar
data in an effort that produces Gauge Adjusted Radar Rainfall (GARR) data for use by District engineers, various
planning and design consultants, and Operations divisions. This contract provides web-accessible rainfall data to District
personnel, monthly archive quality rainfall data, major rainfall event support, enhancement of web-based tools, and
support for the District’s hydraulic models, as well as any training required. Vieux and Associates also provides QA/QC
of our extensive fixed rain gauge network and notifies the District of issues found during the GARR calibration process.
As part of this contract, Vieux continuously evaluates our telemetry system and rain gauge network. Radar rainfall data
is a technology used for hydraulic modeling and calibration, confirming sewer flow metering responses to rain events,
inflow/infiltration assessments, CSO and SSO control planning, and preliminary and final designs.
Motion was made by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Yates, that Ordinance No. 15596 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Edited 1/7/21 Pg. 14
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15597, authorizing the Executive Director on behalf of The Metropolitan St.
Louis Sewer District to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Lease Assignment to Oakley St. Louis LLC, for certain real
property of the District, as identified in said Amendment and known and numbered as #1 Angelica Street, in the City of
St. Louis, Missouri.
Proposed Ord. No. 15597 was presented and read. This Ordinance authorizes the District to execute
Amendment No. 1 to the Lease Assignment to Oakley St. Louis LLC, for certain real property as identified in said
Amendment.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Wilson, that Ordinance No. 15597 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15598, awarding a contract to BJC Corporate Health Services to provide
medical services for District staff including workers compensation medical services, drug testing, pre-employment
evaluations and other medical services.
Proposed Ord. No. 15598 was presented and read. This ordinance will authorize the District to enter into a one
year contract with BJC Corporate Health Services d/b/a Barnes Care from February 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021.
The contract provides for an initial term of one (1) year with four (4) additional one-year renewal terms at the option of
the District.
Motion was made by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Yates, that Ordinance No. 15598 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction and Adoption of Proposed Ordinance 15599, repealing Ordinance No. 15494, as adopted
September 10, 2020, and enacting a new ordinance prescribing changes to the Compensation Plan to update the
Schedule A and Schedule B pay scales with an emergency clause. These are the only changes to the existing
Compensation Plan adopted by Ordinance 15494 on September 10, 2020.
Proposed Ord. No. 15599 was presented and read. To update the Schedule A and Schedule B pay scales.
This action requires an introduction and adoption with an emergency clause as the payscale changes as provided for
herein are essential to the operation of the District, and must be enacted without delay.
Motion was made by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Yates, that Ordinance No. 15599 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
The Asst. Secretary-Treasurer asked if there was an objection to the suspension of the Rule and Heard none.
Motion was made by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Yates, that Ordinance Nos. 15599 be adopted.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15600, authorizing the Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer on
behalf of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District to enter into a contract with US Bank N.A. for banking and
safekeeping services for the District.
Proposed Ord. No. 15600 was presented and read. This ordinance is needed to authorize a new contract with
US Bank. The contract will be a three year contract with five one year options, not to exceed eight years.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Singer, that Ordinance No. 15600 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15601, AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $63,101,000 PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF SUBORDINATE WASTEWATER SYSTEM REVENUE BONDS
(STATE OF MISSOURI – DIRECT LOAN PROGRAM) SERIES 2021A OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER
DISTRICT, FOR THE PURPOSE OF IMPROVING, RENOVATING, REPAIRING, REPLACING AND EQUIPPING THE
DISTRICT’S WASTEWATER SYSTEM; PRESCRIBING THE FORM AND DETAILS OF THE BONDS AND THE
AGREEMENTS MADE BY THE DISTRICT TO FACILITATE AND PROTECT THEIR PAYMENT; AND PRESCRIBING
OTHER RELATED MATTERS
Proposed Ord. No. 15601 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes MSD to issue up to
$63,101,000 in Subordinate Wastewater System Revenue Bonds (State of Missouri – Direct Loan Program), Series
2021A to be repaid over 20 year at a fixed rate equal to 30% of the Revenue Bond Index as published in The Bond
Buyer most recently prior to the Closing Date, rounded up to the nearest 0.01%.
Edited 1/7/21 Pg. 15
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Wilson, that Ordinance No. 15601 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction of Proposed Ordinance 15602, AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $40,201,000 PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF SUBORDINATE WASTEWATER SYSTEM REVENUE BONDS
(STATE OF MISSOURI – DIRECT LOAN PROGRAM) SERIES 2021B OF THE METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS SEWER
DISTRICT, FOR THE PURPOSE OF IMPROVING, RENOVATING, REPAIRING, REPLACING AND EQUIPPING THE
DISTRICT’S WASTEWATER SYSTEM; PRESCRIBING THE FORM AND DETAILS OF THE BONDS AND THE
AGREEMENTS MADE BY THE DISTRICT TO FACILITATE AND PROTECT THEIR PAYMENT; AND PRESCRIBING
OTHER RELATED MATTERS
Proposed Ord. No. 15602 was presented and read. This ordinance authorizes MSD to issue up to $40,201,000
in Subordinate Wastewater System Revenue Bonds (State of Missouri – Direct Loan Program), Series 2021B to be
repaid over 20 year at a fixed rate equal to 30% of the Revenue Bond Index as published in The Bond Buyer most
recently prior to the Closing Date, rounded up to the nearest 0.01%.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Wilson, that Ordinance No. 15602 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Introduction and Adoption of Proposed Ordinance 15603, changing the salary set by Ordinance No. 15113,
adopted January 10, 2019, and setting a new salary for the Executive Director of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer
District.
Proposed Ord. No. 15603 was presented and read. Section 8.070 of the District Charter requires that the salary
of the Executive Director be set by Ordinance. This Ordinance increases the salary for the position of Executive Director
to $226,400.00, per annum, payable in bi-weekly installments, on and after December 19, 2020.
Motion was made by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Yates, that Ordinance No. 15603 be introduced.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
The Asst. Secretary-Treasurer asked if there was an objection to the suspension of the Rule and Heard none.
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Singer, that Ordinance Nos.15603 be adopted.
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
RESOLUTIONS:
Adoption of Resolution No. 3622 - Expressing the Board of Trustees’ appreciation to Mark S. Williams for his
23 years of exemplary service to the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District from November 20, 1995 to his retirement
effective December 1, 2020.
Motion was made by Trustee Wilson, seconded by Trustee Singer, Adopting Resolution # 3622
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Adoption of Resolution No. 3623 – 2021B Reimbursement Resolution
The Board of Trustee of The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District Determining Its Intent to Reimburse Itself for Certain
Capital Expenditures
Motion was made by Trustee Yates, seconded by Trustee Singer, Adopting Resolution # 3623
Motion passed – 5 ayes
Poll taken: M. Yates – aye; R. Wilson – aye; J. Singer – aye; M. Evans – aye; A. Fehr - aye
Trustee Yates adjourned the meeting at 5:53 p.m.
Motion to adjourn was approved by Trustee Wilson and seconded by Trustee Evans.
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Secretary-Treasurer