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HomeMy Public PortalAbout20040920REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 20, 2004 1 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Council Meeting of September 20, 2004, was convened at 6:00 P.M. by Mayor John Landwehr. Prayer was offered by Councilman Kevin Brown, 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, Schnitzler, Vogel and Weber Absent: Viessman A quorum was declared present. PUBLIC HEARINGS Rezoning of 28 Acres Located at 7311AIgoa Road and 7517 Algoa Road From RU to M -1 (Planning and Zoning Commission Case No. P04031) City Planner Janice McMillan made a presentation outlining the background of the requested rezoning. Following her presentation, the floor was opened for citizens wishing to speak in favor of, or opposition to, the proposed rezoning. In favor: Mr. Jason Vanderfeltz, 7517 Algoa Road, owner of the subject property, stated he is in favor of the proposed rezoning. No one came forward to speak in opposition. MayorJohn Landwehr declared the evidentiary portion of the public hearing concluded. The associated pending bill was taken up at this time. Bill 2004 -65, 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 28 ACRES LOCATED AT 7311 AND 7517 ALGOA ROAD, LOCATED IN PART OF SOUTHWEST FRACTIONAL QUARTER OF SECTION 19 AND REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 20, 2004 2 PART OF THE PRIVATE SURVEY NO. 2616, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 10 WEST, JEFFERSON CITY, COLE COUNTY, MISSOURI. FROM RU, RURAL USE TO M -1, LIGHT INDUSTRIAL. Bill 2004 -65 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13774: Aye: Berry, Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Schnitzler, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Preliminary and Final PUD Plan for 3234 West Truman Boulevard Located on Lot 11 of Julmar Subdivision, Section 4 (Planning and Zoning Commission Case No. P04032). City Planner Janice McMillan made a presentation outlining the background of the requested rezoning. Following her presentation, the floor was opened for citizens wishing to speak in favor of, or opposition to, the proposed rezoning. No one came forward to speak. Mayor John Landwehr declared the evidentiary portion of the public hearing concluded. The associated pending bill was taken up at this time. Bill 2004 -66, sponsored by Councilman Brown, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PUD PLAN FOR 3234 WEST TRUMAN BOULEVARD, LOCATED ON LOT 11 OF JULMAR SUBDIVISION, SECTION 4. Bill 2004 -66 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13775: Aye: Berry, Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Schnitzler, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Preliminary and Final PUD Plan for Double Eagle Subdivision (Planning & Zoning Commission Case No. P04020). City Planner Janice McMillan made a presentation outlining the background of the requested rezoning. Following her presentation, the floor was opened for citizens wishing to speak in favor of, or opposition to, the proposed rezoning. No one came forward to speak. Mayor John Landwehr declared the evidentiary portion of the public hearing concluded. The associated pending bill was taken up at this time. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 20, 2004 3 Bill 2004 -67, sponsored by Councilman Brown, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PUD PLAN FOR PROPOSED DOUBLE EAGLE SUBDIVISION, A PLANNED CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENT. Bill 2004 -67 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13776: Aye: Berry, Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Schnitzler, Vogel and Weber Nay: None 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. CAMPO Technical Committee, August 5, 2004 b. Public Works & Planning Committee, July 22 and August 13, 2004 c. Police Personnel Board, August 19, 2004 d. Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, July 22, 2004 e. Parks & Recreation Commission, August 9, 2004 f. August 2004 Financial Reports g. Historic Preservation Commission, August 10 and August 30, 2004 h. Planning & Zoning Commission, August 12, 2004 Board of Adjustment, August 10, 2004 COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS Mayor John Landwehr reported on the Capital City Amtrak Friends organization and urged citizens interested in helping them greet incoming Amtrak trains to call city hall for more information. He indicated that since the organization's inception over a year ago, every train coming into Jefferson City, representing a ridership of approximately 45,000 persons, has been greeted by one of this group's members. He commended them for their outstanding service to the community. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETING AND EVENTS REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 20, 2004 4 Councilman Jonathon Schnitzler announced that this weekend (September 25 -26) the 4th annual Oktoberfest will be held in the "Old Munichburg" area of the city and invited citizens to participate in that event. Mayor John Landwehr announced an event called "Hypnotica" will be held on Saturday, October 16, to raise funds for the downtown business district, and urged citizens to participate in that. Councilman Dean Martin announced a meeting of the Central East Side Neighborhood Planning Committee will be held on Wednesday, September 22 at 5:30 PM at the Police Department. Proclamations: DAR Constitution Week Proclamation - Mayor John Landwehr read the proclamation and presented it to Ms. Allegra Harrison, this year's chairman of the area DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) chapter. Ms. Harrison made a presentation regarding their organization and distributed bookmarks containing information about the United States Constitution. Save -A -Life Day - Mayor John Landwehr read the proclamation, and presented it to Ms. DeLoise Williams from Lincoln University. Ms. Williams shared information with the Council about the effort of several local entities to educate citizens on the issue of driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. She announced an event to be held at the Capital Mall to heighten awareness of this issue, and invited the public to participate in that event. Clean Hands Week - Mayor John Landwehr read a proclamation, and presented it to Ms. Gala Jaramillo, Director of the City's Sanitation Division. Ms. Jaramillo shared information about how this issue has been brought to local schools to make children aware of the importance of washing hands to prevent the spread of disease. She explained the annual poster contest and stated this year about 1,000 entries are expected. Mayor John Landwehr asked that Ms. Jaramillo return to the Council and bring the winning entrants with their posters to share with the Council when that contest is concluded. APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR Mayor John Landwehr recommended the following promotions within the Jefferson City Police Department: Lieutenant Mike Smith - promoted to the rank of Captain Sergeant Doug Shoemaker - promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Officer Chris Lindsey - promoted to the rank of Sergeant A motion was made by Councilman Bob Weber for approval of the appointments as recommended, seconded by Councilman Michael Berry and approved unanimously. All REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 20, 2004 5 three persons were present at the meeting and the Council thanked them for their outstanding work. Mayor John Landwehr announced that he has asked Councilmen Crane, Brown, Harvey, and City Counselor Nathan Nickolaus, to serve on an ad hoc committee to study the issue of JCTV cable access channel. He stated that since Councilman Crane would serve as chairman, he will leave it to Councilman Crane's discretion whether to invite some Lincoln University persons to serve on the committee as well. The members will decide immediately following tonight's Council meeting when their first official meeting will be held. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS & INVITED GUESTS Councilman Bob Weber introduced his wife, Valerie Weber, who has recently moved to Jefferson City after five years of commuting from Kansas City. The Mayor and Council welcomed her as an official resident of the city. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY Mayor John Landwehr asked City Administrator Rich Mays to give a brief background of an issue which is the topic to be discussed by the next presenter, Mr. Keller. Mr. Mays gave an overview of the recent bid process used to select a contractor to perform work associated with Bill 2004 -80, which will be introduced later in the meeting. Mr. Leon Keller, Vice President of Meyer Electric, 5819 Scruggs Station Road, made a presentation regarding a recent bid for a project in the down business district. COUNCIL COMMENTS IN RESPONSE TO PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY Councilman Kevin Brown suggested that the bid mentioned by Mr. Keller might be a good example for the committee currently looking at city bidding procedures and ordinances to look at. Councilman Dean Martin, chairman of that committee, agreed that they would use this bid as a "test case" to look into. CONSENT AGENDA The following items were on the agenda for Council approval by Consent: a. Minutes of Council Meetings: August 23 Special Council Meeting; September 3 Brown Bag, September 7 Pre - Meeting and Regular Meeting RENEWAL (Year 2 ) Contract with Evers & Company for Audit Services REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 20, 2004 6 c. RENEWAL - Agreement with United Healthcare for 2005 Group Health Insurance Authorizing Amendment to Agreement for Group Accident Insurance e. RENEWAL - Lease Agreement with L. C. Flight Shop at Jefferson City Memorial Airport RENEWAL - Lease Agreement with Nick's Family Restaurant at Jefferson City Memorial Airport RENEWAL - Lease Agreement with R & B Properties at Jefferson City Memorial Airport RENEWAL - Agreement with Cole County Health Department for Inspection Services Mayor John Landwehr announced that the Special Council Meeting minutes of August 23, 2004, listed in item (a) should be removed from consideration as they have not yet been completed. A motion was made by Councilman Michael Berry for approval of the Consent Agenda with the exclusion of the August 23, 2004, Special Council Meeting Minutes, seconded by Councilman Kenneth Ferguson, and approved unanimously. g. BILLS INTRODUCED Bill 2004 -71, sponsored by Councilman Weber, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE 2003 -2004 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND FOR POLICE EQUIPMENT. Bill 2004 -72, sponsored by Councilman Martin, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A TRANSMISSION EASEMENT WITH UNION ELECTRIC COMPANY D /B /A AMERENUE. Bill 2004 -73, sponsored by Councilman Martin, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING CONTRACT WITH CONCRETE ENGINEERING LLC FOR 302 EAST HIGH STREET POCKET PARK (A/K/AGUNDELFINGER PROPERTY)ANDADJACENT PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, AND AMENDING THE 2003 -2004 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND FOR SAID PROJECTS. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 20, 2004 7 Bill 2004 -74, sponsored by Councilmen Berry, Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Schnitzler, Viessman, Vogel, and Weber, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ESTABLISHING PRIMARY AND GENERAL ELECTION DATES IN THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, FOR 2005. Bill 2004 -75, sponsored by Councilman Martin, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH ANCHOR FENCE FOR AIRPORT FENCE PROJECT. Bill 2004 -76, sponsored by Councilman Weber, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 3.5 OF THE FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PLAN FOR CITY EMPLOYEES AS ORIGINALLY ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE 12181, AS MOST RECENTLY AMENDED BY ORDINANCES 13646 AND 13458. Bill 2004 -77, sponsored by Councilman Weber, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A LEASE FOR CERTAIN PROPERTY AT THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT WITH CERINI INVESTMENTS, INC., D /B /A HERTZ RENTAL AND CAR SALES. Bill 2004 -78, sponsored by Councilman Ferguson, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR METROPOLITAN PLANNING SERVICES FOR THE PERIOD OF NOVEMBER 1, 2004 TO OCTOBER 31, 2005, REFLECTING FUNDS AS APPROVED IN THE FY 2005 UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGRAM. Bill 2004 -79, sponsored by Councilman Weber, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH ROSS & BARUZZINI FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AND ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT BUILDING REMODELING PROJECT. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 20, 2004 8 Bill 2004 -80, sponsored by Councilman Martin, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH MEYER ELECTRIC FOR LIGHTING, TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND PAVEMENT MARKING IMPROVEMENTS IN THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT. Mayor John Landwehr asked staff to get a report on the recommendations to the Council regarding this project. Councilman Kevin Brown also asked for information about the telecon cable work being done at the same time. Deputy Public Works Director Matt Morasch stated the issue had gone before the Transportation and Traffic Commission and the Public Works Committee about a year ago, and he would get that information out and send it to the Council before their next meeting. Bill 2004 -81, sponsored by Councilman Weber, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE PERSONNEL POLICY MANUAL FOR THE MUNICIPAL SERVICE OF JEFFERSON CITY, MISSOURI. BILLS PENDING Bill 2004 -62, sponsored by Councilman Weber, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH BURNS & MCDONNELL FOR A SEWER RATE STUDY. Bill 2004 -62 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13771: Aye: Berry, Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Schnitzler, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 2004 -63, sponsored by Councilman Crane, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CODE PERTAINING TO PARKING. Bill 2004 -63 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13772: Aye: Berry, Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Schnitzler, and Weber REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 20, 2004 9 Nay: None Abstain: Vogel Bill 2004 -64, sponsored by Councilman Martin, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH APLEX, INC. FOR 2004 STORMWATER INLET REPLACEMENTS. Bill 2004 -64 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13773: Aye: Berry, Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Schnitzler, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 2004 -68, sponsored by Councilman Brown, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF DOUBLE EAGLE SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI. Bill 2004 -68 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13777: Aye: Berry, Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Schnitzler, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 2004 -69, sponsored by Councilman Weber, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION TO PARTICIPATE IN COOPERATIVE PURCHASING. Bill 2004 -69 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13778: Aye: Berry, Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Martin, Schnitzler, Vogel and Weber Nay: None REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 20, 2004 10 INFORMAL CALENDAR Bill 2004 -58, sponsored by Councilman Weber, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ADOPTING A BUDGET AND PERSONNEL CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR THE CITY FOR THE PERIOD OF NOVEMBER 1, 2004, TO OCTOBER 31, 2005, AND APPROPRIATING MONEY IN THE CITY TREASURY TO PAY THE COST OF OPERATING THE CITY GOVERNMENT DURING THAT PERIOD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BUDGET. Councilman Bob Weber requested that Bill 2004 -58 remain on the Informal Calendar at this time. RESOLUTIONS There were no resolutions brought before the Council at this time. SCHEDULED REPORTS No reports were scheduled to be given at this time. Mayor John Landwehr asked City Clerk Phyllis Powell to add a new item to this category to hear a report from the ad hoc CATV committee at the December 6 Council meeting. NEW BUSINESS Councilman Kenneth Ferguson asked Community Development Director Pat Sullivan when the McCarty Street improvements project was scheduled to be totally completed. Mr. Sullivan stated it would be completed in 30 days. Councilman Kenneth Ferguson asked about the status of the retired firemen issue. City Counselor Nathan Nickolaus stated negotiations have been ongoing for the past year. Councilman Kevin Brown asked for citizens to consider volunteering to serve on City boards and commissions. He indicated how they can obtain the Volunteer Profile Form to do so. Councilman Kevin Brown referenced a letter distributed to the Council which commended the City for their outstanding work on this year's milling and overlay street project. Community Development Director Pat Sullivan stated he would pass along that information to his staff. UNFINISH REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 20, 2004 11 ED BUSIN ESS There was no unfinished business brought up at this time. APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES A motion was made by Councilman Jonathon Schnitzler to approve the September 7, 2004 Closed Session minutes, seconded by Councilman Kenneth Ferguson, and approved unanimously. ADJOURN MENT There being no further business to come before the Council at this time, a motion was made by Councilman Dean Martin for adjournment, seconded by Councilman Mike Harvey and approved unanimously at 7:18 P.M.