HomeMy Public PortalAbout20030707REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JULY 7, 2003
CALL TO ORDER
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The Regular Council Meeting of July 7, 2003, was convened at 6:00 P.M. by Mayor John
Landwehr.
Prayer was offered by Councilman Roy Viessman, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CAL
The following Council Members were present:
Present: Angle, Berry, Ferguson, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Viessman, Vogel, and
Weber
Absent: None
A quorum was declared present.
MINUTES AND REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
Mayor John Landwehr announced that the following minutes and reports have been
received and are on file and may be reviewed in the City Clerk's office:
a. Finance Committee, May 27, 2003
b. Public Works & Planning Committee, March 20, 2003
c. Planning & Zoning Commission, May 6, 2003
d. Public Works & Planning Committee, May 22, 2003
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
There were no reports made at this time.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Councilman Cliff Olsen made comments regarding the Independence Day celebration in
Jefferson City on the fourth of July. He commended the volunteers and city staff who
worked at that event.
Councilman Dan Klindt announced that he will be calling a Work Session to be scheduled
later tonight to discuss the vicious animals ordinance.
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APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR
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Mayor John Landwehr recommended the following appointments to the Council for
approval, and stated that since the appointment of Arnold Parks to the Library Board was
a third term, it would be considered separately due to code requirement of a two - thirds
majority of the Council for approval:
Board
Person
Type
Ward
Term Expires
Term Status
Board of Adjustment
Chuck McPheeters
Alt
Sept 2003
Partial
CVB
Joe LoMonaco
Dec 2004
Partial
Library Board
Arnold Parks
March 2006
3'"d term reappointment
Transportation &
Traffic Commission
Rex Eighmey
June 2006
Reappt
Transportation and
Traffic Commission
Cliff Jarvis
replaces Allen,
resigned
June 2005
Partial
USS JC Submarine Committee
Denny Banister
replaces Lenart
June 2005
Partial
USS JC Submarine Committee
George Arnold
June 2006
Reappointment
A motion was made by Councilman Michael Berry for approval of all appointments
except Library Board, seconded by Councilman Bob Weber, and approved
unanimously.
Library Board - Arnold Parks 3rd Term: Councilman Roy Viessman made a motion
to approve the appointment, seconded by Councilman Kenneth Ferguson, and
approved unanimously by the following roll -call vote:
Aye: Angle, Berry, Ferguson, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Viessman, Vogel, and
Weber
Nay: None
PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS & INVITED GUESTS
Ms. Susan Green, City - County Emergency Coordinator, made a report on her
organization's involvement in the recent Independence Day celebration event in Jefferson
City. She spoke about events and activities progressing as a result of declared
emergencies in the area, and training events and exercises to determine and keep abreast
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of our community's awareness and preparedness for emergencies. Following Ms. Green's
presentation, she fielded questions from the Council Members.
PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY
Mr. Roger Mertens, Merco Leasing, 1913 Southwest Boulevard, made a presentation
regarding a sign variance recently granted by the Board of Adjustment for a business
located at Christy and Ellis Boulevard, and asked the Council to look at their decision. He
stated he and several other business owners in the area do not feel that allowing this
business to have a sign higher than allowable to other businesses is equitable. Mayor
Landwehr requested Charles Lansford to explain the decision which Mr. Mertens spoke
about. Following Mr. Lansford's explanation, Mayor Landwehr thanked Mr. Mertens for
bringing the matter to the Council's attention, but stated that the Council may not have any
authority to take action in a matter such as this.
Mr. Ron Vessel, 1705 Delta Place, stated he and his wife Nancy are residents of the
Second Ward, and made a presentation on behalf of Second Ward Council Nominee Bill
Patterson. He asked the Council to consider voting for Mr. Patterson to fill the vacant
Second Ward seat.
Mr. William G. ( "Bill ") Patterson, II, 1700 Delta Place, thanked the Council for nominating
him as City Council Member for the vacant Second Ward seat, and presented a petition
which he stated has been signed by numerous businesses located in the Second Ward to
show their support for him as their candidate of choice.
Ms. Brenda Franken, 606 Ellis Boulevard, made a presentation requesting that the Council
vote for Bill Patterson as Second Ward Councilman.
Mr. Andy Beach, 1603 Ridgewood Drive, also made a presentation requesting that the
Council vote for Bill Patterson as Second Ward Councilman, and spoke briefly of Mr.
Patterson's community involvement, specifically the Jaycees.
COUNCIL COMMENTS IN, RESPONSE TO PRESENTATIONS
There were no comments made by the Council at this time.
ELECTION OF WARD TWO COUNCILMAN
Mayor John Landwehr announced that the Council would vote on the three candidates for
Second Ward City Councilman which were nominated at the June 16 City Council Meeting.
He indicated that a candidate must have five of the nine Council votes in order to be
elected, and that if one candidate does not receive the required votes the first round, the
Council would vote again until a candidate is elected or the Council decides otherwise.
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Mr. Darren Gordon was elected by the following roll -call vote on the first round of votes:
Gordon: Angle, Ferguson, Groner, Olsen, and Viessman
Hohenstreet: none
Patterson: Berry, Klindt, Vogel, and Weber
MayorJohn Landwehr announced the election of Darren Gordon, and called for Mr. Gordon
to come forward for the administration of the Oath of Office by City Clerk Phyllis Powell, and
take his seat on the Council. Following Mr. Gordon's swearing -in, he thanked the Council
for their support and assumed the Second Ward Council seat. Mayor Landwehr asked
Councilman Gordon if he would be willing to serve on the same committees which former
Councilman Smith served on, to which Councilman Gordon stated he would be willing.
Mayor Landwehr stated he will make those appoints at the July 21 Council meeting.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were presented to the Council for their approval by consent:
a. Minutes of June 13, 2003, City Council Work Session
b. Minutes of June 16, 2003,City Council Work Session
c. Minutes of June 16, 2003, Regular City Council Meeting
d. (RENEWAL) Contract with Arthur J Gallagher for Property & Casualty
Insurance Brokerage Services
Councilman Cliff Olsen moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented, seconded by
Councilman Kenneth Ferguson, and approved unanimously.
BILLS INTRODUCED
Bill 2003 -42, sponsored by Councilman Groner, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING ORDINANCE
13459, THE 2002 -2003 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY ADDING
THE POSITION OF LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I WITHIN THE WASTEWATER
DIVISION, AND APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE WASTEWATER
FUND.
Bill 2003 -43, sponsored by Councilman Klindt, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND
APPROVING THE PLAT OF MELODY HILLS SUBDIVISION, SECTION THREE, A
SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON.
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Bill 2003 -44, sponsored by Councilman Klindt, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND
APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PUD PLAN FOR 2118 SCHOTTHILL WOODS DRIVE,
DESCRIBED AS LOT 95 OF SCHOTTHILL WOODS SUBDIVISION, SECTION FOUR.
Bill 2003 -45, sponsored by Councilman Ferguson, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE 2002 -2003
BUDGET BY PROVIDING FOR A SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION TO THE
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT /PLANNING DIVISION TO PROVIDE
FOR LONG RANGE AND TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
Bill 2003 -46, sponsored by Councilman Viessman, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 2
OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI PERTAINING TO
COMMITTEES.
Bill 2003 -47, sponsored by Councilman Groner, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH GREAT PLAINS
LOCATING SERVICE, INCORPORATED FOR UTILITY LOCATING SERVICES.
Bill 2003 -48, sponsored by Councilman Olsen, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE
PERSONNEL POLICY MANUAL FOR THE MUNICIPAL SERVICE OF JEFFERSON CITY,
MISSOURI PERTAINING TO OUTSIDE EMPLOYMENT.
Bill 2003 -49, sponsored by Councilman Ferguson, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH STOKES ELECTRIC
CO. FOR ELECTRICAL SERVICES.
Bill 2003 -50, sponsored by Councilman Angle, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 1
OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI PERTAINING TO THE
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE POLICY.
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Mayor John Landwehr asked Associate City Counselor Michelle Coleman to explain what
passage of this bill would accomplish, and what would happen if the bill is not passed. Ms.
Coleman stated that the bill is designed to designate which Jefferson City officials and /or
employees will be required to file personal financial disclosure. Following discussion, Ms.
Coleman clarified that if the bill is not passed by the September state deadline, the City will
then fall under state law and all persons named by statute would be required to file the
personal financial disclosure form authored by the Missouri Ethics Commission.
Bill 2003 -51, sponsored by Councilman Angle, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 22
OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI PERTAINING TO VEHICLE
OWNER RESPONSIBILITY FOR VIOLATIONS.
Bill 2003 -52, sponsored by Councilman Angle, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 8
OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY REPEALING THE
PRESENT ARTICLE II. SECTIONS 8 -18 AND 8 -19 AND ENACTING IN LIEU THEREOF
A NEW ARTICLE II, SECTION 8 -18, ENTITLED " ADOPTION OF THE 2000
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, FOURTH EDITION," AND A NEW SECTION 8 -19
ENTITLED "AMENDMENTS ".
Bill 2003 -53, sponsored by Councilmen Berry, Groner, Olsen, Viessman, and Vogel,
entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 8
(BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF
JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY REPEALING THE PRESENT SECTIONS 8 -4 AND 8 -5 AND
ENACTING NEW SECTIONS 8 -4 AND 8 -5 IN LIEU THEREOF.
Bill 2003 -54, sponsored by Councilmen Berry, Groner, Olsen, Viessman, and Vogel,
entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 8
(BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF
JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY REPEALING THE PRESENT SECTIONS 8 -2 AND 8 -3 AND
ENACTING NEW SECTIONS 8 -2 AND 8 -3 IN LIEU THEREOF.
Bill 2003 -55, sponsored by Councilmen Berry, Groner, Olsen, Viessman, and Vogel,
entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 8
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(BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS), ARTICLE V (PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
CODE), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI.
Bill 2003 -56, sponsored by Councilmen Berry, Groner, Olsen, Viessman, and Vogel,
entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 8
(BUILDING AND BUILDING REGULATIONS), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF
JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY ENACTING A NEW SECTION 8 -8, (ADOPTION OF THE
INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, 2000, THIRD EDITION), AND SECTION 8 -9,
(AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, 2000,THIRD EDITION).
Bill 2003 -57, sponsored by Councilmen Berry, Groner, Olsen, Viessman, and Vogel,
entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ESTABLISHING MINIMUM
REGULATIONS GOVERNING MECHANICAL INSTALLATIONS AND PROVIDING FOR
MAKING OF INSPECTIONS; PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF;
TO BE KNOWN AS THE MECHANICAL CODE; AND ENACTING A NEW SECTION 8 -6,
ENTITLED "ADOPTION OF THE INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE, 2000, THIRD
EDITION," AND A NEW SECTION 8 -7, ENTITLED "AMENDMENTS."
Bill 2003 -58, sponsored by Councilmen Berry, Groner, Olsen, Viessman, and Vogel,
entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 13
(FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON,
MISSOURI, BY REPEALING ARTICLE III (FIRE PREVENTION CODE) AND ENACTING
A NEW ARTICLE III IN LIEU THEREOF.
Following introduction of Bills 2003 -52 through 2003 -58, Mayor John Landwehr asked
Community Development Director Pat Sullivan which of the building codes being introduced
were new ones which have never been adopted in Jefferson City before, and how much
cost would be associated with them. Mr. Sullivan stated that the Fuel Gas (2003 -56) and
Mechanical (2003 -57) codes would be new, and that one new inspector would need to be
hired at a cost of approximately $60,000 per year to cover inspections for those two codes.
Mayor Landwehr asked why the city is adopting these two new codes now if they have
never adopted them in the past, to which Mr. Sullivan replied that it had been requested by
a Councilman.
BILLS PENDING
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Bill 2003 -32, sponsored by Councilman Groner, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH TWEHOUS EXCAVATING
TO RAISE MANHOLE STRUCTURES.
Bill 2003 -32 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13560:
Aye: Angle, Berry, Ferguson, Gordon, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Viessman, Vogel
and Weber
Nay: None
Bill 2003 -33, sponsored by Councilman Angle, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH CAPITAL REGION
MEDICAL CENTER FOR WELLNESS / FITNESS PROGRAM.
Bill 2003 -33 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13561:
Aye: Angle, Berry, Ferguson, Gordon, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Viessman, Vogel
and Weber
Nay: None
Bill 2003 -34, sponsored by Councilmen Angle, Groner, and Weber, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH DON SCHNIEDERS
EXCAVATING COMPANY, INC. FOR HYDE PARK ROAD CONNECTOR AND HYDE
PARK SITE IMPROVEMENTS.
Councilman Richard Groner stated he has concerns with this project and requested that it
be placed on the Informal Calendar. Co- sponsors Vogel and Weber objected to placing the
item on the Informal Calendar. Councilman Roy Viessman made a motion to place the item
on the Informal Calendar, seconded by Councilman Clyde Angle. Following discussion
about how placement on the Informal Calendar might or might not affect the status of the
bid, Mayor John Landwehr asked the Council if they would consent to pass on this item and
return to it later in the meeting to allow staff to retrieve information about the bid. Council
agreed to come back to Bill 2003 -34 later in the meeting.
*The Council returned to Bill 2003 -34 at the end of "Bills Pending ". Finance Director Steve
Schlueter stated that placing the bill on the Informal Calendar will not affect the bid since
a 60 -day time frame is built into the bid specifications, and the bid was opened on June 6.
Councilman Cliff Olsen stated that before he votes on this issue he wants to know which
other projects will be re- prioritized as a result of approving this project at this time. The
original motion to place Bill 2003 -34 on the Informal Calendar was then passed by the
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following roll -call vote:
Aye: Angle, Berry, Ferguson, Gordon, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Viessman, and
Weber
Nay: Vogel
Bill 2003 -35, sponsored by Councilman Groner, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH JACOBS
CIVIL INC. TO PREPARE A REHABILITATION DESIGN OF SEWERS IN THE MOREAU
RIVER PUMPS STATION BASIN 3.
Bill 2003 -35 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13562:
Aye: Angle, Berry, Ferguson, Gordon, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Viessman, Vogel
and Weber
Nay: None
Bill 2003 -36, sponsored by Councilmen Vogel, Ferguson, Klindt, and Weber, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE 2002 -2003
BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL
FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION FUND.
Councilman Clyde Angle stated he has requested that this bill be placed on the Informal
Calendar. A lengthy discussion was held about the issue. Parks & Recreation Director Bill
Lockwood stated the Parks and Recreation Commission would be willing to meet with the
Council to answer all their questions. Councilmen Ferguson and Klindt requested that bill
2003 -36 be placed on the Informal Calendar. Councilman Klindt asked that all questions
be provided to Mr. Lockwood and the Parks and Recreation Commission in writing prior to
any meetings. Councilman Cliff Olsen requested a report from the Finance Department to
determine how much revenue has been collected in excess for this.
Bill 2003 -37, sponsored by Councilmen Angle and Klindt, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CODE OF
THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY ESTABLISHING ARTICLE XIII OF CHAPTER
7, CITY OF JEFFERSON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD.
Bill 2003 -37 was read third time by title and placed on final passage. Councilman Kenneth
Ferguson moved to amend Bill 2003 -37 as distributed to the Council in their July 3 packets,
seconded by Councilman Dan Klindt. Councilmen Groner and Olsen stated they do not
believe persons outside the City should be allowed to hold voting positions on boards or
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commissions, and if they were on such boards, it should be on advisory basis only.
Following further discussion, the motion to amend was approved unanimously. Bill 2003 -37
was then passed, as amended, by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13563:
Aye: Angle, Berry, Ferguson, Gordon, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Viessman, Vogel
and Weber
Nay: None
Bill 2003 -38, sponsored by Councilman Angle, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY FOR A
CRIMINAL JUSTICE INFORMATION SYSTEM PROGRAM GRANT AND AUTHORIZING
SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS, AMENDING THE 2002 -2003 ANNUAL
BUDGET WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND.
Councilman Groner left the Council Chambers at this point in the meeting.
Bill 2003 -38 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13564:
Aye: Angle, Berry, Ferguson, Gordon, Klindt, Olsen, Viessman, Vogel and
Weber
Nay: None
Absent during roll -call: Groner
Bill 2003 -39, sponsored by Councilman Angle, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY FOR A
NARCOTICS CONTROL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM GRANT AND AUTHORIZING
SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS, AMENDING THE 2002 -2003 ANNUAL
BUDGET WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND.
Bill 2003 -39 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13565:
Aye: Angle, Berry, Ferguson, Gordon, Klindt, Olsen, Viessman, Vogel and
Weber
Nay: None
Absent during roll -call: Groner
Bill 2003 -40, sponsored by Councilman Angle, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION
19 -401, (STREETS AND HIGHWAYS), SCHEDULE (J), (PARKING PROHIBITED),
SUBPARAGRAPH (A), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, BY THE
ADDITION OF A PORTION OF HARRISON STREET.
Councilman Groner returned to the Council Chambers at this point in the meeting.
Bill 2003 -40 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13566:
Aye: Angle, Berry, Ferguson, Gordon, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Viessman, Vogel
and Weber
Nay: None
Bill 2003 -41, sponsored by Councilmen Angle and Berry, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION
19 -401, (STREETS AND HIGHWAYS), SCHEDULEA(SPEED LIMITS), SUBPARAGRAPH
(G), (TWENTY MILES PER HOUR) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON,
PERTAINING TO SPEED LIMITS ON PORTIONS OF ADAMS, JEFFERSON, MADISON,
MONROE, AND WASHINGTON STREETS.
Bill 2003 -41 was read third time by title and placed on final passage. Councilman Cliff
Olsen made a motion to amend Bill 2003 -41 by placing 20 miles per hour speed limit signs
on High Street between the Truman Building through Adams Street to make the speed limit
enforceable by the Police Department. The motion was seconded by Councilman Clyde
Angle. Following a lengthy discussion, the motion to amend was then defeated by the
following roll -call vote:
Aye: Angle, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, and Gordon
Nay: Berry, Ferguson, Viessman, Vogel, and Weber
Mayor John Landwehr votes "Nay" to break the tie
Bill 2003 -41 was then passed, by the following roll -call vote, as Ordinance No. 13567:
Aye: Angle, Berry, Ferguson, Klindt, Viessman, Vogel and Weber
Nay: Gordon, Groner, and Olsen
*The Council went back to Bill 2003 -34 at this time.
INFORMAL CALENDAR
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Bill 2003 -27, sponsored by Councilmen Klindt, Weber, and Groner entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 5
OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI PERTAINING TO VICIOUS
ANIMALS.
Councilman Dan Klindt stated he would like to leave 2003 -27 on the Informal Calendar at
this time, and the Council agreed to have a one-hour work session to discuss this topic from
5:30 to 6:30 PM on Monday, July 14, in the Upper Level Conference Room at City Hall.
RESOLUTIONS
RS2003 -14 Authorizing Signatories at Central Bank for City Documents (Angle). A motion
was made by Councilman Cliff Olsen for adoption, seconded by Councilman
Roy Viessman, and approved with Councilman Kenneth Ferguson being
absent from the Council Chambers during the vote.
Councilman Ferguson returned to the Council Chambers at this time.
RS2003 -15 Supporting State Application for Federal Transportation Enhancement Funds
(Vogel, Olsen, and Ferguson). A motion was made by Councilman Cliff Olsen
for adoption, seconded by Councilman Michael Berry and approved
unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
Councilman Roy Viessman made comments regarding problems with parking enforcement
in the central business district. He stated that constituents are complaining to him about
receiving tickets because they park in front of a business in the morning, then when they
return later in the day to do business in the area again, they are ticketed for parking twice
on the same block on the same day. Mayor John Landwehr suggested that Councilman
Viessman contact Transportation Director Marty Brose and discuss this issue with him since
he is not at the meeting to address the issue tonight.
Councilman Clyde Angle made comments regarding bus tours of wards 2, 3, 4, and 5. He
stated he wants to have tours of wards 3 and 4 first, and if wards 2 and 5 want tours later
they can contact staff and have that set up. Mayor John Landwehr asked if Council
Members are interested in having bus tours of their respective wards. Councilman Angle
stated that he has already asked City Administrator Rich Mays to set up the tours forwards
3 and 4, and Mr. Mays is to map out the tour route as he did for Ward 1 earlier this year.
Councilman Clyde Angle stated a Finance Committee meeting is scheduled for July 24, and
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issues to be discussed will include the wage study, firemens' pension plan, and City Council
priorities. He asked Council to be prepared to discuss Council priorities.
Mayor John Landwehr made comments regarding some issues with the requirement for
sidewalks in new subdivisions. He stated that sometimes when developers build the
sidewalks on a lot before building the house on the property, the sidewalk may get broken
during the process of building the house because heavy trucks must drive across them.
Subsequently the sidewalks have to rebuilt. However, when sidewalk installation is
postponed until after the house is built, sometimes they don't get installed at all. Mayor
Landwehr requested that Councilman Groner place the issue on the next Public Works &
Planning Committee agenda so the issue can be discussed.
Councilman Clyde Angle made comments about cracks in the new sidewalks in the central
business district, and wanted to know if they are covered by warranty. Mayor Landwehr
asked staff to report back on this issue, and the City Clerk was asked to leave the issue on
the Council Agenda under Unfinished Business for the next Council meeting.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
City Staff was asked to report on the issue of pedestrian traffic in crosswalks in the
downtown business district.
Councilman Bob Weber commended Captain Jim Johnsen, Mayor John Landwehr, and City
Administrator Rich Mays during last week's tragic shootings at the Modine Manufacturing
Plant. He also commended the Police and Fire Departments for their professionalism
throughout the events surrounding the event.
GO INTO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor John Landwehr stated that, pursuant to Section 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of
Missouri, Chair would entertain a motion to go into Closed Session in the Boone /Bancroft
room to discuss the following: Litigation [Sec. 610.021.(1)] and Personnel [Sec. 610.021(3)].
A motion was made by Councilman Michael Berry to go into Closed Session for the above -
stated purposes, seconded by Councilman Bob Weber, and approved unanimously by the
following roll -call vote at 8:50 P.M.:
Aye: Angle, Berry, Ferguson, Gordon, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Viessman, Vogel
and Weber
Nay: None