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May 23, 2023 Meeting

Publish Date 05/23/2023

MINUTES OF THE

BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS

TUESDAY, MAY 23, 2023

 

 

A meeting of the Board of Police Commissioners of Kansas City, Missouri was held on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, in the Community Room at Police Headquarters, 1125 Locust Street, Kansas City.

PRESENT:

Commissioner Mark Tolbert, President

Commissioner Cathy Dean, Vice President

Commissioner Dawn Cramer, Treasurer

Commissioner Tom Whittaker, Member

Mayor Quinton Lucas, Member

Mr. David Kenner, Secretary/Attorney

Stacey Graves, Chief of Police

 

This meeting was called to order at 9:32 a.m. by Commissioner Tolbert.  Retirement Administrator Jim Pyle led the Pledge of Allegiance.  Chaplain John McCann provided the invocation. 

  1. Board Resolution 23-03. Board Resolution 23-03 was presented to Councilwoman Heather Hall, for her continued support of the Kansas City, Missouri Police Department, and her service as the City’s First District Councilperson for the past eight years.  Councilwoman Hall’s Council term will end in August 2023. 
  2. Guest Presentation. Tammy Reed, Lockton Companies, presented information about the Department’s Third-Party Administrator (TPA) for Workers’ Compensation.  In November 2021, Gallagher Bassett was selected as the Department’s TPA.  Due to ongoing issues and concerns with Gallagher Bassett, Lockton was requested to assist in the evaluation and selection of a new claims administrator through a Request for Proposal (RFP) process.  Five TPA’s were selected for the initial proposals, and after evaluation, Lockton recommended contracting with Thomas McGee for workers compensation claims administration for both historical and new claims. 

            A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Mayor Lucas, to select Thomas McGee as the Department’s Third-Party Administrator for Workers’ Compensation.  The vote was 5-0 in favor. 

  1. City Council Presentation. Councilwoman Teresa Loar, Second District, presented on behalf of the City Council.  She spoke about the progress the City has made in recent months, such as short-term rental rules and regulations, no longer requiring employee liquor card permits, and the City’s declaration of itself as a safe haven for gender-affirming care.  She spoke about upcoming ballot issues such as charter changes, 3/8 cent sales tax, and new Council member elections.  Councilwoman Loar spoke of her excitement for the future of the City, and being selected as a host-site for the 2026 World Cup. 

            Councilwoman Loar’s term will also end in August 2023.  Mayor Lucas and the Board thanked her for her support of the City and the Department during her 16 years of service on the City Council.   

  1. Investigations Bureau. Deputy Chief Luis Ortiz provided an update on monthly crime statistics.  He advised that to-date in 2023, there have been 66 homicides, compared to 63 at this same time in 2022; the five-year average of homicides for this same time period is 57.  The Department has cleared 24 homicides this year and eight additional cases from previous years, totaling 32 homicides cleared to-date 2023.

Deputy Chief Ortiz advised there have been 184 non-fatal shootings year-to-date, compared to 165 for this same time period in 2022.  There were 40 non-fatal shootings in April 2023, compared to 37 in April 2022.  Deputy Chief Ortiz presented statistics on suspect and victim characteristics for the month of April 2023. 

Deputy Chief Ortiz advised that the Department recovered 222 firearms in April 2023, compared to 278 in April 2022.  The five-year average of recovered firearms for the month of April is 208.  The Department has recovered 737 firearms year-to-date 2023. 

            Deputy Chief Ortiz spoke about cases submitted for prosecution.  In April 2023, there were 208 cases submitted for prosecution; there were 187 cases submitted to Jackson County, 11 to Clay County, and ten to Platte County.  Deputy Chief Ortiz reported that charges were filed in 82 cases in April 2023, and 102 cases were declined.  A majority of the case declinations were due to insufficient evidence or prosecutor discretion.  Investigations personnel continue to work with local prosecutors to prepare a solid case file. 

            Major Leslie Foreman presented on the Department’s ongoing violent crime reduction initiatives.  The Department uses the longtime social system three-step approach: prevention, intervention, and enforcement.  Major Foreman explained that while the police play a role in these three pillars, so should everyone else.  Some of the current initiatives include Partners for Peace, KC360, Risk Terrain Modeling, hot spot activities, and outreach by the newly implemented Community Engagement Division.  The Department continues to partner with community leaders.     

            During the past month, Department members have conducted 554 residence or business checks, 35 knock and talks, 32 follow-ups, 14 custom notifications, and passed out 3,000+ flyers.  Resources are being provided through Department social workers. 

  1. Patrol Bureau. Deputy Chief Joseph Mabin presented monthly statistics for the Patrol Bureau.  Deputy Chief Mabin advised that the median response time for Priority 10 calls (also known as Priority 1) for the month of March was 7.83 minutes; the Department’s Priority 10 response time goal is 7.50 minutes.  The Priority 20 (also known as Priority 2) response time for the month of February was 10.00 minutes; the Department’s Priority 20 response time goal is 9.00 minutes.  The response time is the amount of time from when the call is created until an officer arrives on scene. 

            Deputy Chief Mabin advised that the average 911 hold time for April 2023 was 46 seconds, compared to 35 seconds last month.  For the month of April, it took approximately 8 minutes and 36 seconds from the time a Priority 10 call was placed and until an officer arrived on scene; it took approximately 10 minutes and 46 seconds from the time a Priority 20 call was placed and until an officer arrived on scene.  These increases are due to an increased call volume.  The Department needs more officers on the streets and more call takers to answer emergency calls, in order to reduce these wait times.  Deputy Chief Mabin advised that the Department is currently reviewing patrol staffing to help with these challenges. 

            Mayor Lucas advised that KCFD recently made changes to their emergency response policies, in order to get employees to emergencies safely.  Chief Graves spoke about criteria for code one (lights and sirens) response, such as a life-threatening incidents and violent crimes in progress.  The Department regularly reviews policies to ensure officer safety. 

            Chief Graves noted that in January 2024, the Department plans to move patrol officers to an 11-hour shift.  Chief Graves believes this shift will assist with staffing shortages.  Deputy Chief Mabin also noted that a recruit class of 23 members just graduated and are completing their break-in training period.  Additionally, another Academy class just started.  These new recruits will also help improve the staffing shortages. 

            Deputy Chief Mabin advised that those needing police assistance should call the non-emergency line, if possible.  Doing this can help free up call takers to more quickly answer calls to 911.  He also advised that online reporting is now available, and is getting more popular.  Filing online reports when possible helps relieve the call burden for patrol officers.  Mr. Kenner noted that statistics for calls handled alternatively have increased greatly. He recommended the Department continue to publicize the non-emergency line and online reporting opportunities.      

Deputy Chief Mabin presented the Traffic Summary for April 2023.  He advised that there were 1,506 crashes in April 2023, compared to 1,314 in April 2022.  There have been 5,842 crashes year-to-date 2023, compared to 4,968 for this same time period in 2022.  There have been 22 fatal traffic crashes year-to-date 2023, with 26 total fatal crash victims.  During this same time frame last year, there had been 31 fatal crashes, with 33 total fatal crash victims.  Deputy Chief Mabin advised that 73 percent of this year’s fatal crash victims have been males, and 50 percent of fatal crash victims were not wearing a seatbelt.  Deputy Chief Mabin noted that while city-wide crashes are up this year, there have been fewer fatalities.   

Deputy Chief Mabin advised that the Department held 13 Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Wolf Pack enforcement activities during April 2023.  These enforcement activities resulted in 119 total stops, 52 DUI arrests, and 176 total citations.

Sergeant Andrew Gore presented the monthly Community Engagement Division report.  Sergeant Gore spoke about the hard work done by Department members at the NFL Draft.  Chief Graves also commended the Department members for their professionalism at the NFL Draft.  She mentioned that KCPD was recognized and commended by NFL Security for their roles at the Draft.  Commissioner Dean added that she was very proud of the quick response by Department members to the high-wind incident.  Officers responded perfectly to the safety evacuation plan.

Sergeant Gore highlighted the Patrol Bureau Member Showcases of the Month, Officers James Campo and Alexander Yocum.  During a medical call for service, the noticed smoke at a nearby residence.  They quickly jumped into action to make sure everyone was safe from the fire. 

Sergeant Gore presented a video slideshow of events that Community Engagement Division personnel were involved in this past month.  

  1. Administration Bureau. Deputy Chief Doug Niemeier provided an update on Department staffing.  He advised that as of April 30, 2023, Department strength was 1,655.  For this time period, there were 1,098 sworn law enforcement personnel, 53 recruits, 499 professional staff, and five Board members.  He advised that as of yesterday, there are 33 applicants in various stages of the hiring process for sworn law enforcement; four people are in the pool to begin Academy training in July.  Over the past weekend, the Department held law enforcement testing; 12 of the participants passed.  The next testing session will be held on May 31, 2023, at the Regional Police Academy.   

            Deputy Chief Niemeier advised that the Department hired nine people for the Communications Unit this past month.  There are currently two more pending job offers, and 16 applicants in various stages of the hiring process. 

Deputy Chief Niemeier advised that the Department is accepting applications for Detention Facility Officers.  This position is for 18+ years of age.  More information can be found at https://careers.kcpd.org.

Deputy Chief Niemeier advised that the Department will be having an internship program again this summer.  There will be 20 interns that will begin on June 5, 2023.  They will participate in ride-alongs with officers and shadow various units within the Department.  The interns are recent high school graduates and/or college students. 

Deputy Chief Niemeier spoke about recruitment events that the Department participated in this past month.  He thanked the Human Resources personnel for their recruitment efforts and enhanced hiring process.  He noted that the 176th Entrant Officer Class (EOC) graduated from the Academy on May 4, 2023; there are 23 members from this class on their probationary break-in period.  The 177th EOC will graduate on August 3, 2023, the 178th EOC will graduate on November 12, 2023.   The 179th EOC will begin training on July 23, 2023, and the 180th EOC will begin training on October 30, 2023.    

Deputy Chief Niemeier advised that the most recent session of the Citizens Police Academy graduated last week.  The next Citizens Police Academy will be held at the South Patrol Division.  Deputy Chief Niemeier spoke about upcoming dates for women’s and LGBTQ+ self-defense classes.  He thanked Angela McCune for all her work with the Citizens Police Academy and self-defense classes.

Deputy Chief Niemeier provided an update on the Employee Wellness Section.  From April 1, 2023 to May 19, 2023, the Employee Wellness Section made 144 contacts with Department members.  Year-to-date 2023, the Employee Wellness Section held 20 incident driven debriefs related to critical incidents and two non-incident driven debriefs for high-exposure units (such as the Crime Scene Unit, Homicide Unit, etc.).  Year-to-date 2023, approximately 179 members have participated in a debrief.  The Employee Wellness Section has attended 147 roll calls at division stations, and has held six different wellness events for members. 

  1. Executive Services Bureau. Deputy Chief Derek McCollum presented the following items for Board approval:
  2. Budget Transfers for Fiscal Year 2023-24.  A memorandum dated May 19, 2023, was presented recommending approval of budget transfers.  This transfer will affect the General Fund, Police Grants Fund, and the Grants Special Revenue Fund.  

            Mayor Lucas expressed concern with transferring money from personal services to contractual services.  He spoke about items that the Department could transfer responsibilities back to the City, such as utilities and waste management services. After discussion, Chief Graves and Deputy Chief McCollum advised that they will meet with the City Manager and the Public Works Director to discuss these possibilities.  However, they agreed that the current transfer was necessary in order to pay bills on time.

            A motion was made by Mayor Lucas, with a second by Commissioner Dean, to approve the budget transfers as presented.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.

  1. TBL Systems, Inc. (Thin Blue Line) Renewal.  A memorandum dated May 5, 2023, was presented to recommend approval of a one-year subscription renewal with TBL Systems, Inc., in the amount of $461,203.20.  The subscription period is May 1, 2023 through April 30, 2024.   TBL is the Department’s ticket-writing software.  In response to a question from Commissioner Tolbert, Deputy Chief McCollum advised that money generated from citations is City revenue. 

            A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Mayor Lucas, to approve the one-year subscription renewal with TBL Systems, Inc., in the amount of $461,203.20.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.

  1. Hexagon Renewal.  A memorandum dated May 11, 2023, was presented to recommend approval of a one-year subscription renewal with Hexagon, in the amount of $438,887.40.  The subscription period is June 1, 2023 through May 31, 2024.  Hexagon is the Department’s computer-aided dispatch software. 

            A motion was made by Mayor Lucas, with a second by Commissioner Dean, to approve the one-year subscription renewal with Hexagon, in the amount of $438,887.40.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.

  1. Renewal of Bid #2023-11, Ballistic Protection Vests.  A memorandum dated May 12, 2023, was presented to recommend the one-year renewal of Bid #2023-11, Ballistic Protection Vests, to Ed Roehr Safety Products, in the amount of $589,371.00.  The renewal period runs from June 1, 2023 through May 31, 2024.

            A motion was made by Mayor Lucas, with a second by Commissioner Dean, to approve the one-year renewal of Bid #2023-11, Ballistic Protection Vests, to Ed Roehr Safety Products, in the amount of $589,371.00.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.

  1. 2023 COMBAT Law Enforcement School Based Initiative (LESBI) Cooperative Agreement.  A memorandum dated May 2, 2023, was presented to recommend acceptance of the 2023 COMBAT LESBI Cooperative Agreement in the amount of $225,000.00.  The award period is January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023.  This initiative is part of the Jackson County anti-drug tax, and is funded through the COMBAT Commission.

            A motion was made by Mayor Lucas, with a second by Commissioner Dean, to accept the 2023 COMBAT LESBI Cooperative Agreement in the amount of $225,000.00.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.

  1. Niche Renewal.  A memorandum dated May 16, 2023, was presented to recommend a one-year subscription renewal with Niche Technology Inc., in the amount of $329,520.00.  The subscription period is June 1, 2023 through May 31, 2024.  Niche is the Department’s Records Management System. 

            A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Mayor Lucas, to approve the one-year subscription renewal with Niche Technology Inc., in the amount of $329,520.00.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.

            Deputy Chief McCollum provided an update on the Communications Unit.  The Communications Unit is currently staffed with 39 dispatchers and 31 call takers; there are 26 current vacancies in the Communications Unit.  The average 911 hold time in April 2023 was 46 seconds, compared to 22 seconds in April 2022. 

            During the past month, the dispatchers handled approximately 135 calls per hour.  This equates to approximately 3,253 calls per day, or 97,590 calls per month.  In April 2022, there were approximately 82,000 calls.  Dispatchers are tasked with a heavy, but important load.  These calls are a combination of those made to 911 and the non-emergency line.  Deputy Chief McCollum attributed the increased hold times to the staffing shortages and increased call volume. 

            Deputy Chief McCollum advised that there are currently two members in dispatcher classroom training, and two in dispatcher on-the-floor training.  There are currently nine members in call taker training. 

The Communications Unit participated in several recruitment events over the past month.  On May 15, 2023, recruiters attended the Fort Osage Career and Technology Center.  They had 18 contacts, but no interests in applying.  Recruiters also attended two sessions at the Full Employment Council on May 17, 2023.  There were 12 contacts made; two were not interested due to the hours, and one was more interested in becoming a Parking Control Officer.    

  1. Chief’s Executive Officer. Deputy Chief Steven Young presented Board Resolution 23-04, Deferred Compensation Committee Appointments.  If passed, this resolution would rescind Board Resolution 18-04, Deferred Compensation Committee Appointment. 

A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Mayor Lucas, to adopt the Board Resolution 23-04, Deferred Compensation Committee Appointments, as presented.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.    

  1. Office of General Counsel. Interim General Counsel Jenny Atterbury presented the following Private Officer Licensing Unit recommendation:
  2. Private Officer License Denial: Nicholas B. Osmer. A memorandum dated April 26, 2023, was presented recommending the denial of the armed private security license of Nicholas B. Osmer.  The basis for the revocation is outlined in Title 17 of the Code of State Regulations Section 10-2.050(3)(O), which states, “an applicant may be denied if the applicant has provided other facts of actions which demonstrate that the applicant is unsuitable or ineligible for license.”  Mr. Osmer was terminated from the Florissant, Missouri Police Department on February 25, 2021.

A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Mayor Lucas, to uphold the appeal and grant the armed private security license to Mr. Nicholas B. Osmer.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.

  1. Public Comments. Justice Horn, Chair of the LGBTQ+ Commission, spoke about the uncertainty of recent legislation regarding gender-affirming health care.  He thanked Chief Graves and the KCPD for their involvement in recent LGBTQ+ events throughout the City, and for the statement made in response to the legislation.  He requested a review of Department policies to ensure fairness among all groups of people. 

Ron Hunt commended the work of the Police Athletic League and the Community Engagement Division.  He spoke about cultural drug problems, and the need to meet with club owners and neighborhoods to address these problems. 

  1. Recap from Chief Stacey Graves. Chief Graves welcomed Commissioner Whittaker to the Board and Department.  She thanked him for his willingness to take on the role of Commissioner, and his long-term partnership between J.E. Dunn and the Department. 

Chief Graves advised that last night there was a double shooting, and violent crime continues to rise across the City.  She advised that she stands firm in her commitment to reduce violent crime, and make the City a safer place.  She spoke about violent crime reduction initiatives near 35th and Prospect.

Chief Graves also advised that she held her first-of-many Quarterly Listening Sessions on May 11, 2023.  There were approximately 100 attendees and a lot of positive discussion. 

  1. Approval of Minutes. A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Mayor Lucas, to approve the open session minutes from the Board meeting on April 25, 2023.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.
  2. Mr. David Kenner. Mr. Kenner advised that it is time for the Board to hold elections.

A motion was made by Commissioner Tolbert, with a second by Commissioner Cramer, to elect Commissioner Dean as Board President.  The vote was 5-0 in favor. 

A motion was made by Mayor Lucas, with a second by Commissioner Dean, to elect Commissioner Cramer as Board Vice President.  The vote was 5-0 in favor. 

A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Mayor Lucas, to elect Commissioner Whittaker as Board Treasurer.  The vote was 5-0 in favor. 

  1. Mayor Quinton Lucas. Mayor Lucas welcomed Commissioner Whittaker to the Board.  Mayor Lucas advised that there has been recent conversation between the City Manager’s Office and the County regarding a detention center.  At this time, there is a chance the City could build separate pods from the County at the same facility.  This new facility would also have a mental health resource center.  Mayor Lucas advised that this opportunity would likely require a procurement waiver, and there is a proposed City Ordinance in the works.   
  2. Commissioner Tom Whittaker. Commissioner Whittaker advised that he is nervous, but ready and grateful to serve on the Board.  He is eager to learn about and help the Department.
  3. Commissioner Dawn Cramer. Commissioner Cramer welcomed Commissioner Whittaker.  She thanked Mayor Lucas for his comments regarding the future of a detention center.  Commissioner Cramer also complimented Chief Graves for the video regarding violent crime.
  4. Commissioner Cathy Dean. Commissioner Dean welcomed Commissioner Whittaker.  She advised that she is humbled to serve as the next Board President, and thanked Commissioner Tolbert for his service as Board President.
  5. Commissioner Mark Tolbert. Commissioner Tolbert advised that it was an honor to serve as Board President.  He noted that he plans to retire from the Board in November 2023. 
  6. Scheduled meetings. The Board of Police Commissioners of Kansas City, Missouri has scheduled the following meetings:

 

Audit Committee Meeting:

 

Thursday, June 22, 2023

10:00 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

Board Disciplinary Hearings:

 

BOPC 23-03

Friday, September 8, 2023

9:00 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

BOPC 21-02

Friday, December 1, 2023

9:00 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

BOPC 23-04

THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CONTINUED FROM ITS CURRENT SETTING OF APRIL 28, 2023, AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED FOR A FUTURE DATE TO BE DETERMINED BY THE BOARD.

 

*Discipline hearings are closed under Section 590.502.3(6) of the Revised Statutes of Missouri.

 

Regular Meetings:

 

June 27, 2023, 9:30 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

July 25, 2023, 9:30 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

August 22, 2023, 9:30 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

September 26, 2023, 9:30 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

October 31, 2023, 9:30 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

November 14, 2023, 9:30 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

December 12, 2023, 9:30 a.m., at KCPD Headquarters, Community Room, 1125 Locust, Kansas City.

 

A motion was made by Commissioner Dean, with a second by Mayor Lucas, and by vote indicated below, to go into closed session at 11:38 a.m., as provided in the following resolution.  Following a roll call, the vote was 5-0 in favor. 

RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, notice of the board meeting of the Board of Police Commissioners was given on May 27, 2022, and

WHEREAS, said notice indicated that the Board of Police Commissioners might go into closed session during said meeting, and

WHEREAS, notice of the closed meeting follows the guidelines of Section 610.020 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Police Commissioners go into closed session during the meeting being held on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at KCPD Headquarters, 1125 Locust Street, Kansas City, for the purpose of discussing personnel matters, labor negotiations, and litigation matters.

The following Commissioners were present and voted to go into closed session as follows:

Commissioner Tom Whittaker                                    -           Aye

Commissioner Dawn Cramer                                     -           Aye

            Commissioner Cathy Dean                                         -           Aye

Commissioner Mark Tolbert                                       -           Aye

Mayor Quinton Lucas                                                 -           Aye

            There being a quorum present and the question of holding a closed session having received an affirmative public vote of at least three (3) members, a closed meeting was held as set forth above.

Below are the votes from the closed session of the Board of Police Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, May 23, 2023:

The Board went into closed session at 11:50 a.m.

1)         Following a motion by Commissioner Dean, and a second by Mayor Lucas, the Board voted to authorize certain settlement authority in the case of Mack Nelson v. P.O. Frazier, et al., in an amount not to exceed $___.[1]  The vote was 5-0 in favor.   Following polling, Commissioner Tolbert voted Aye, Commissioner Dean voted Aye, Commissioner Cramer voted Aye, Commissioner Whittaker voted Aye, and Mayor Lucas voted Aye.

2)         Following a motion by Commissioner Dean, and a second by Mayor Lucas, the Board voted to grant the duty-related disability retirement application of ___________.[2]  The vote was 5-0 in favor.   Following polling, Commissioner Tolbert voted Aye, Commissioner Dean voted Aye, Commissioner Cramer voted Aye, Commissioner Whittaker voted Aye, and Mayor Lucas voted Aye.

3)         Following a motion by Commissioner Dean, and a second by Mayor Lucas, the Board voted to grant the duty-related disability retirement application of ___________.[3] The vote was 5-0 in favor.   Following polling, Commissioner Tolbert voted Aye, Commissioner Dean voted Aye, Commissioner Cramer voted Aye, Commissioner Whittaker voted Aye, and Mayor Lucas voted Aye.

4)         Following a motion by Commissioner Dean, and a second by Mayor Lucas, the Board voted to approve the applications for continued employment of Sergeant Dani Russell, Sergeant Herbert Robinson, and Reserve Police Officer Don Smarker.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.   Following polling, Commissioner Tolbert voted Aye, Commissioner Dean voted Aye, Commissioner Cramer voted Aye, Commissioner Whittaker voted Aye, and Mayor Lucas voted Aye.

5)         Following a motion by Mayor Lucas and a second by Commissioner Dean, the Board voted to approve the minutes of the closed Board meeting on April 25, 2023.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.   Following polling, Commissioner Tolbert voted Aye, Commissioner Dean voted Aye, Commissioner Cramer voted Aye, Commissioner Whittaker voted Aye, and Mayor Lucas voted Aye.

6)         Following a motion by Mayor Lucas and a second by Commissioner Tolbert, at 12:40 p.m., the Board voted to go into special closed session to discuss legal matters.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.   Following polling, Commissioner Tolbert voted Aye, Commissioner Dean voted Aye, Commissioner Cramer voted Aye, Commissioner Whittaker voted Aye, and Mayor Lucas voted Aye.

7)         Following a motion by Commissioner Dean and a second by Mayor Lucas, the Board voted to come out of closed session and adjourn.  The vote was 5-0 in favor.   Following polling, Commissioner Tolbert voted Aye, Commissioner Dean voted Aye, Commissioner Cramer voted Aye, Commissioner Whittaker voted Aye, and Mayor Lucas voted Aye.

            The Board adjourned at 12:57 p.m.

 

[1] The amount is redacted under § 610.021(1), R.S.Mo., because no final disposition of the matter has occurred.

[2] The name is redacted under §§ 610.021(13) & (14), R.S.Mo., due to confidentiality in that it involves protected personnel matters and health information.

[3] The name is redacted under §§ 610.021(13) & (14), R.S.Mo., due to confidentiality in that it involves protected personnel matters and health information.