HomeMy Public PortalAbout20040802REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 2, 2004
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Council Meeting of August 2, 2004, was convened at 6:00 P.M. by Mayor John
Landwehr.
Prayer was offered by Councilman Edith Vogel, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CAL
The following Council Members were present for the roll call:
Present: Berry, Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Vogel and Weber
Absent: Viessman
A quorum was declared present.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
(a) Naming of Missouri Highway Route B from Ellis Boulevard to Tanner Bridge
Road "Lorenzo Greene Drive" - City Planner Janice McMillan gave a brief report
outlining the background of the name change. Following her presentation, the
following persons present requested to speak in favor of, or opposition to, the
proposed name change.
In Favor:
None
In Opposition:
Mr. Jim Price, 2304 Route B, owner of Price's Florist. Mr. Price stated that the name
change will cost him approximately $3,000 to change signs, stationery, advertising,
etc. He suggested naming the stretch of Highway 179 from Route B to Route C as
Lorenzo Greene Boulevard, and naming the proposed stretch of road something that
still has the letter "B" in it. He distributed three suggested names: "B. Blvd. ", "Price's
Blvd." and "Tanner Valley Blvd." Mayor John Landwehr explained to Mr. Price that
the portion of Highway 179 referenced will be outside the city limits, and thus, not
subject to naming by the city.
Mr. Larry Boeckman, 323 Midland Drive, stated he would also like the letter "B" to
remain in the new name because of the amount of money he has spent on
advertising.
A lengthy discussion was held on various signage options that would help reduce any
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problems for the affected residents or business owners on the renamed road. City
Counselor Nathan Nickolaus stated that amending the bill would not be necessary in order
to incorporate the signage suggestions.
Councilman Kenneth Ferguson requested that Bill 2004 -29 be removed from the Informal
Calendar at this time and placed on third reading and final passage.
Bill 2004 -29, sponsored by Councilmen FERGUSON, Martin, Berry, Crane, Harvey,
Viessman, Vogel, and Weber, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, DECLARING THE
OFFICIAL NAME OF STATE ROUTE B HIGHWAY BETWEEN TANNER BRIDGE ROAD
AND ELLIS BOULEVARD TO BE "LORENZO GREENE DRIVE."
Bill 2004 -29 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13756:
Aye: Berry, Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Vogel and Weber
Nay: None
Councilman Kenneth Ferguson made a motion that staff be directed to place signage on
each "Lorenzo Green Drive" street sign, located below the main name, that will also identify
it as "Old Route B." The motion was seconded by Councilman Michael Berry and approved
unanimously.
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) Economic Development Advisory Board, June 23, 2004
(b) Appointment Review Committee, March 1, 2004
(c) Board of Electrical Examiners & Review
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
Councilman Edith Vogel reminded the public that the ice arena was now open, and that the
earlier opening date is on a trial basis to see how it is utilized. She urged citizens to take
advantage of the earlier season if they want the earlier opening date to continue in the
future.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETING AND EVENTS
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Police Captain Jim Johnsen gave a brief report on the upcoming "National Night Out
Against Crime" event on August 3. He urged citizens to participate in the event by locking
their doors, turning on outside lights, and spend the evening outside with neighbors and
police.
City Administrator Rich Mays announced that the City of Jefferson was recently presented
with the MoPRIMA Risk Management Program Recognition Award, and he commended
Human Resources Director Gail Strope for her outstanding work in achieving this award.
APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR
Mayor John Landwehr recommended the following appointment for Council approval:
Parks & Recreation Commission - Linda McAnany, term expires May 2007
A motion was made by Councilman Kenneth Ferguson for approval of the appointment,
seconded by Councilman Brian Crane and approved unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS & INVITED GUESTS
Ms. Jill Johnson, Jefferson City Convention &Visitors' Bureau (CVB) made a presentation
regarding ongoing activities geared towards bringing tourism and conventions to the city.
Following her presentation, Ms. Johnson answered questions asked by Council Members.
Mayor John Landwehr thanked Ms. Johnson for her efforts on behalf of the city.
Dr. Gary Kremer, author of several books featuring the history of Jefferson City,
announced that his next book, "Heartland History, Vol. 3" should be available by this
Christmas. Dr. Kremer stated that his last book not only sold enough copies to reimburse
the $4,000 spent from the City's Art Fund, but went over that amount by over $16,000. That
money will be used to print this latest volume and he anticipates sales will again be very
successful.
Ms. Missy Bonnot, Director of Economic Development for the Jefferson City Area Chamber
of Commerce, gave an update on the status of the location of ALPLA to the city. The
company will build a new facility in the Algoa area, and will originally employ about fifty
employees. She also reported that Scholastic is hiring 700 new employees to work in its
new facility in the Algoa area, and encouraged anyone who wishes to work for Scholastic
to contact them to apply.
PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY
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There were no presentations made at this time.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were on the agenda for Council approval by Consent:
a. Minutes of Council Meetings: July 15 Special Meeting and Work Session,
July 16 Brown Bag, and July 19 Pre - Meeting and Regular Meeting
A motion was made by Councilman Kenneth Ferguson for approval of the Consent Agenda
as presented, seconded by Councilman Brian Crane, and approved unanimously.
BIDS OVER $25,000
Bid 2154 - Sodium Chloride, Community Development -A motion was made by Councilman
Dean Martin for approval of the bid as presented, seconded by Councilman Edith Vogel and
approved unanimously.
BILLS INTRODUCED
Bill 2004 -48, sponsored by Councilman Berry, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE 2003 -2004
BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING FUNDS
WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND FOR PRINTING OF JEFFERSON CITY HISTORY BOOK.
Bill 2004 -49, sponsored by Councilman Martin, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH LEHMAN
CONSTRUCTION LLC FOR SUNSET LAKE ROADWAY AND STORMWATER
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.
Bill 2004 -50, sponsored by Councilman Martin, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, APPROVING CHANGE
ORDER NUMBER ONE TO A CONTRACT WITH DON SCHNIEDERS EXCAVATING FOR
PROJECT NUMBER2129 PERTAINING TO EAST MCCARTY NORTH BLUFF, AND HAYS
STREETS.
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Bill 2004 -51, sponsored by Councilman Brown, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, CHANGING, AMENDING,
AND MODIFYING THE ZONING MAP OF THE ZONING CODE OF THE CITY OF
JEFFERSON, BY REZONING 9.55 ACRES LOCATED AT 424 STADIUM BOULEVARD,
LOCATED IN SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 11 WEST, JEFFERSON
CITY, COLE COUNTY, MISSOURI, FROM RD ONE AND TWO FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
AND RA -2 MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO C -O OFFICE COMMERCIAL.
Bill 2004 -52, sponsored by Councilman Brown, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, CHANGING, AMENDING,
AND MODIFYING THE ZONING MAP OF THE ZONING CODE OF THE CITY OF
JEFFERSON, BY REZONING 1.96 ACRES LOCATED AT 705 SWIFTS HIGHWAY AND
1216 JEFFERSON STREET, LOCATED IN THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION
13, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 12 WEST, JEFFERSON CITY, COLE COUNTY,
MISSOURI. FROM C -2 GENERAL COMMERCIAL TO RS -2, SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL.
Bill 2004 -53, sponsored by Councilman Brown, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER
35, ZONING CODE; SPECIFICALLY, EXHIBIT 35 -28, LAND USE MATRIX.
Bill 2004 -54, sponsored by Councilman HARVEY and Ferguson, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
ISSUANCE OF TAXABLE INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BONDS (ALPLA, INC.) SERIES 2002,
IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $19,000,000
BILLS PENDING
Bill 2004 -44, sponsored by Councilman Berry and Brown, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CODE
PERTAINING TO APPOINTMENT OF COMMITTEES.
Bill 2004 -44 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13752:
Aye: Berry, Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Vogel and Weber
Nay: None
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Bill 2004 -45, sponsored by Councilman Brown, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH ARTHUR J.
GALLAGHER FOR PROFESSIONAL BROKER SERVICES.
Bill 2004 -45 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13753:
Aye: Berry, Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Vogel and Weber
Nay: None
Bill 2004 -46, sponsored by Councilman Harvey, Ferguson, and Brown, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SCHEDULE
A OF THE CITY CODE PERTAINING TO SPEED LIMITS ON HIGHWAY 50/63 (WHITTON
EXPRESSWAY).
Bill 2004 -46 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13754:
Aye: Berry, Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Vogel and Weber
Nay: None
Bill 2004 -47, sponsored by Councilman Martin, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH HORNER & SHIFRIN
FOR HIGHWAY 54 PUMP STATION DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION.
Bill 2004 -47 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13755:
Aye: Berry, Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Vogel and Weber
Nay: None
INFORMAL CALENDAR
Bill 2004 -29, sponsored by Councilmen FERGUSON, Martin, Berry, Crane, Harvey,
Viessman, Vogel, and Weber, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, DECLARING THE
OFFICIAL NAME OF STATE ROUTE B HIGHWAY BETWEEN TANNER BRIDGE ROAD
AND ELLIS BOULEVARD TO BE "LORENZO GREENE DRIVE."
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*This bill was passed during the Public Hearing portion of the meeting.
RESOLUTIONS
RS2004 -4 Adopting Missouri Sunshine Law and Records Policies (Berry, Brown, Crane,
Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Vogel, and Weber). A motion was made by
Councilman Michael Berry for adoption, seconded by Councilman Kenneth
Ferguson and approved unanimously.
Mayor John Landwehr asked City Counselor Nathan Nickolaus if RS2004 -4 conflicted with
current City Code regarding the Sunshine Law. Mr. Nickolaus stated that it does conflict,
and that he strongly advises the Council to repeal that portion of the Code and simply adopt
an annual resolution such as RS2004 -4 stating the city's intention to follow state law. Mayor
John Landwehr asked Mr. Nickolaus to draft an ordinance needed for the Council follow Mr.
Nickolaus's advice.
RS2004 -5
Sunset Lake Road and Stomwater Improvements Project (Martin). A motion
was made by Councilman Mike Harvey for adoption, seconded by
Councilman Brian Crane and approved unanimously.
SCHEDULED REPORTS
There were no reports given at this time, but Mayor John Landwehr asked that the City
Clerk add an item so staff can give a report on the City's web site at the September 7
meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
Councilman Kevin Brown reminded citizens that tomorrow is primary election day and urged
everyone to vote.
UNFINISH
ED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business to come before the Council at this time.
NOMINATION OF CANDIDATES FOR VACANT SECOND WARD COUNCIL SEAT
Mayor John Landwehr stated that nominations were now open for candidates to fill the
vacant position of Ward Two City Councilman. He explained that, according to the City
Code, all nominations must receive a second, and that the person who fills the vacancy will
do so until the next Municipal General Election next April, at which time he or she would file
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for election to the second year of the unfilled two -year term.
Councilman Edith Vogel nominated Mr. Jonathon Schnitzler, seconded by Councilman Bob
Weber. Ms. Vogel gave the background experience of Mr. Schnitzler and stated her
confidence that he was qualified to fill the vacant seat.
There were no other nominations made. Mayor John Landwehr declared the nominations
closed.
Mayor John Landwehr announced that a public forum to meet the Ward 2 nominee is
scheduled to be held Monday, August 9, from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. in the Boone / Bancroft
room. The meeting will be in "open house" format invited city staff, Council Members, and
citizens to attend to meet the candidate to discuss city issues with him.
APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
A motion was made by Councilman Dean Martin to approve the July 19 Closed Session
minutes, seconded by Councilman Mike Harvey, and approved unanimously.
GO INTO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor John Landwehr stated that, pursuant to Sec. 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of
Missouri, the Chair would entertain a motion to go into Closed Session to discuss the
following:
Legal Actions [Sec. 610.021.(1)]
Real Estate [Sec. 610.021.(2)]
A motion was made by Councilman Brian Crane to go into Closed Session, seconded by
Councilman Bob Weber, and approved unanimously by the following roll -call vote at 7:30
P.M.:
Aye: Berry, Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Vogel, and Weber
Nay: None