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CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Council Meeting of August 15, 2011, was convened at 6:00 P.M. by Mayor Eric
Struemph.
ROLL CALL
The following Council Members were present for the roll call:
Present: Bray, Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Luebbert, Pope, Schulte, Scrivner,
and Weber
Absent: None
A quorum was declared present.
MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS
No miscellaneous items were brought forward.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
(a) Rezoning 0.9 Acres at 400 W. Main Street from M -1 to PUD
A staff presentation was made by Janice McMillan. Following her presentation, no one
present came forward to speak in favor of, or opposition to, the proposed rezoning. Mayor
Eric Struemph declared the evidentiary portion of the public hearing concluded, and stated
the Council will now take up the associated pending bill.
Bill 2011 -47, sponsored by Councilman Koon, 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 0.9 ACRES OF LAND ADDRESSED AS 400 WEST MAIN
STREET FROM M -1 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL TO PUD PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, IN
THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, COLE COUNTY, MISSOURI.
Bill 2011 -47 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
roll -call vote as Ordinance 14830:
Aye: Bray, Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Luebbert, Pope, Schulte, Scrivner,
and Weber
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Nay: None
(b) Preliminary PUD Plan for 400 W. Main
A staff presentation was made by Janice McMillan. Following her presentation, no one
present came forward to speak in favor of, or opposition to, the proposed rezoning. Mayor
Eric Struemph declared the evidentiary portion of the public hearing concluded, and stated
the Council will now take up the associated pending bill.
Bill 2011 -48, sponsored by Councilman Koon, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, APPROVING A
PRELIMINARY PUD PLAN FOR PROPERTY ADDRESSED AS 400 WEST MAIN STREET;
DESCRIBED AS PART OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 11 WEST,
JEFFERSON CITY, COLE COUNTY, MISSOURI.
Bill 2011 -48 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following roll -call vote as Ordinance 14831:
Aye: Bray, Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Luebbert, Pope, Schulte, Scrivner,
and Weber
Nay: None
(c) Rezoning 0.41 Acres at 714 & 716 W. High from RA -2 to C -O
A staff presentation was made by Janice McMillan. Following her presentation, the following
persons came forward to speak on the proposed rezoning:
In favor:
Mr. Doug Van Camp, owner of the property located at 714 West High. He indicated he
would be happy to answer any questions about the issue and briefly explained the usage
of the property as an expansion to his business currently conducted at the adjoining
property.
No one present came forward to speak in opposition to the proposed rezoning.
Mayor Eric Struemph declared the evidentiary portion of the public hearing concluded, and
stated the Council will now take up the associated pending bill.
Bill 2011 -49, sponsored by Councilman Koon, entitled:
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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 0.41 ACRES FROM RA -2 HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
TO C -O OFFICE COMMERCIAL, FOR LAND ADDRESSED AS 714 AND 716 WEST HIGH
STREET, DESCRIBED AS PART OF INLOTS 278 AND 279, JEFFERSON CITY, COLE COUNTY,
MISSOURI.
Bill 2011 -49 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
roll -call vote as Ordinance14832 :
Aye: Bray, Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Luebbert, Pope, Schulte, Scrivner,
and Weber
Nay: None
Finance Director Steve Schlueter made a staff presentation on the following three public
hearing topics and offered to answer any questions.
(d) Public Hearing on 2011 -2012 City Budget
(e) Public Hearing on 2011 -2012 Gross Receipts Utility Tax
(f) Public Hearing on 2011 Levy of Property Tax
Following the staff presentation, no one came forward to speak on any of the three issues.
Mayor Eric Struemph declared the public hearings concluded.
MINUTES AND REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
Mayor Struemph announced that the following minutes and reports have been received and
are on file for review in the City Clerk's office:
CAMPO Technical Committee July 7, 2011
Board of Adjustment May 17, 2011
Certification of August 2 Election Result to City Clerk by Cole County Clerk
Public Safety Committee June 30, 2011
Mayor Eric Struemph thanked all the citizens who give their time and efforts to serve on
these boards and commissions.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Administration Committee - Councilwoman Carrie Carroll announced the topics which had
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been discussed at the August 10 meeting, and announced that the meetings will be held
regularly on the second Wednesday of each month at 8:00 A.M.
Finance Committee - Councilman Rich Koon reported the topics which had been discussed
at the meeting held on August 11 after the "Brown Bagel" work session.
Public Safety Committee - Councilman Mike Harvey reported that next meeting will be held
on September 1 immediately after the "Brown Bagel" work session.
Public Works & Planning Committee - Councilman Bob Scrivner reported that the next
meeting will be held on August 18 at 7:30 A.M.
Other Committee and Liaison Reports - Councilman Ralph Bray made a report of topics
discussed by the Historic Preservation Commission at their meeting held on August 9.
APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR
The following appointments and introductions were brought before the Council:
(a) Approval of City Boards and Commission Appointments:
1. Cultural Arts Commission
a) Raylene Walker — Partial Term to expire March 2012
A motion was made by Councilman Shawn Schulte to approve the appointment as
presented, seconded by Councilman Mike Harvey, and approved unanimously.
(b) Approval of Police Officer Appointments:
1. Nicole Kerman
2. Adam Lueckenhoff
3. Bradley Morgan
4. Nicholas Sanders
Following introduction of the Police Officer candidates by Captain Bob Cynova, a motion
was made by Councilman Mike Harvey for approval of the appointments as presented,
seconded by Councilman Rich Koon, and approved unanimously.
(c) Approval of Fire Department Appointments:
1. Approval of Promotion from Captain to Assistant Fire Chief
a) Tim Grace
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Following introduction of the Fire Department promotion candidate Tim Grace by Public Fire
Education Officer Jason Turner, a motion was made by Councilman Ralph Bray for approval
of the promotion as presented, seconded by Councilman Bryan Pope, and approved
unanimously.
(d) Mr. Turner then introduced the following Fire Department employees who were being
promoted, and one new hire:
1. Promotion from Driver to Fire Captain — Ron Smith
2. Promotion from Firefighter to Fire Driver — Joel Swader
3. New Hire — Chris McCray as Firefighter
Mayor Eric Struemph welcomed all the new hires to both the Police Department and the Fire
Department and congratulated those being promoted for their achievement.
PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS
There were no presentations made.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
No announcements were made at this time.
PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS
Mr. Chuck Lahmeyer made a presentation regarding Bill 2011 -51 stating that he and his
wife had enjoyed all of the recent festivals they attended. He encouraged the Council to
pass Bill 2011 -51 to re- authorize the festival district.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were brought before the Council for approval by consent:
(a) Minutes of July 28 and August 1, 2011 City Council Meetings
A motion was made by Councilman Dave Griffith for approval of item (a) as presented,
seconded by Councilman Shawn Schulte, and approved unanimously.
(b) Permissive Use of Right -of -Way at State and Lafayette Streets
Following a staff presentation, a motion was made by Councilman Ralph Bray for approval
of item (b) as presented, seconded by Councilman Shawn Schulte, and approved
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unanimously.
(c) Contract Renewal: United States Infrastructure Corp. for Underground Facilities
Locating and Marking Services
Following a staff presentation, a motion was made by Councilman Bill Luebbertforapproval
of item (c) as presented, seconded by Councilman Ralph Bray, and approved unanimously.
BILLS INTRODUCED
Bill 2011 -53, sponsored by Councilman Harvey, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI,
PERTAINING TO THE INTERNATIONAL FIRECODE BY AFFIRMING INSPECTORS ARE
AT -WILL EMPLOYEES.
Bill 2011 -54, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH J.C. INDUSTRIES,
INC., FOR THE ELMERINE AVENUE NIP PROJECT.
Mayor Eric Struemph announced that staff has requested that the rules be suspended in
order to move this project forward before winter weather arrives. There were no objections
to suspending the rules.
Bill 2011 -54 was read then read second and third times by title, placed on final passage and
passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 14839:
Aye: Bray, Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Luebbert, Pope, Schulte, Scrivner,
and Weber
Nay: None
Bill 2011 -55, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH KEN KAUFFMAN AND
SONS EXCAVATING TO CONSTRUCT THE MOREAU VIEW ROAD SANITARY SEWER
EXTENSION PROJECT.
Bill 2011 -56, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, VACATING AND
DISCONTINUING A PORTION OF EAST MCCARTY STREET RIGHT -OF -WAY.
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Bill 2011 -57, sponsored by Councilman Koon, 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, 2011, TO OCTOBER 31, 2012, AND APPROPRIATING MONEY IN THE
CITY TREASURY TO PAY THE COST OF OPERATING THE CITY GOVERNMENT
DURING THAT PERIOD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BUDGET.
Bill 2011 -58, sponsored by Councilman Koon, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, DECLARING CERTAIN
PROPERTY TO BE SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZING THE DISPOSAL OF SAID
PROPERTY.
Bill 2011 -59, sponsored by Councilman Koon, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE INDENTURE
AGREEMENT WITH UMB BANK.
Mayor Eric Struemph announced that staff has informed him that bond counsel has
requested the rules be suspended to ensure all dates on the bonds are accurate. There
were no objections to suspending the rules.
Bill 2011 -59 was read then read second and third times by title, placed on final passage and
passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 14840:
Aye: Bray, Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Luebbert, Pope, Schulte, Scrivner,
and Weber
Nay: None
BILLS PENDING
Bill 2011 -44, sponsored by Councilman Koon, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CITY
CODE, CHAPTER 4, TO AUTHORIZE THE LIQUOR BOARD TO EXTEND LIQUOR
LICENSES TO OUTSIDE THE LICENSED PREMISES.
A motion was made by Councilman Ralph Bray to accept the Substitute Bill 2011 -44 which
had been previously distributed to the Council, seconded by Councilman Rich Koon, and
approved unanimously. Bill 2011 -44 was then read third time by title, placed on final passage
and passed, as substituted, by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 14830:
Aye: Bray, Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Luebbert, Pope, Schulte, Scrivner,
and Weber
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Nay: None
Bill 2011 -45, sponsored by Councilman Koon, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE 2010 -2011
BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY RECLASSIFYING POSITIONS
WITHIN THE TRANSIT DIVISION.
Bill 2011 -45 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
roll -call vote as Ordinance 14831:
Aye: Bray, Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Luebbert, Pope, Schulte, Scrivner,
and Weber
Nay: None
Bill 2011 -46, sponsored by Councilman Koon, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, PROVIDING FOR THE LEVY
OF CITY TAXES AND ESTABLISHING THE RATE OF TAXATION FOR THE CITY OF
JEFFERSON, MISSOURI FOR THE YEAR 2011.
Bill 2011 -46 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
roll -call vote as Ordinance 14832:
Aye: Bray, Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Luebbert, Pope, Schulte, Scrivner,
and Weber
Nay: None
Bill 2011 -50, sponsored by Councilman Koon, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND
APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT OF HOLT SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION
OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI.
Bill 2011 -50 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the
following roll -call vote as Ordinance 14833:
Aye: Bray, Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Luebbert, Pope, Schulte, Scrivner,
and Weber
Nay: None
Bill 2011 -51, sponsored by Councilman Koon, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY
RE- ESTABLISHING FESTIVAL DISTRICTS.
A motion was made by Councilman Bob Weber to accept the final substitute Bill 2011 -51
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which had been distributed to the Council, with the corrections to scriveners' errors regarding
gender language mentioned by Councilman Bob Scrivner in the pre- meeting, seconded by
Councilman Rich Koon, and approved unanimously. Following discussion, Bill 2011 -51 was
then read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed, as substituted and
scrivener's errors regarding gender language corrected, by the following roll -call vote as
Ordinance 14837:
Aye: Bray, Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Luebbert, Pope, Schulte, and Weber
Nay: Scrivner
Bill 2011 -52, sponsored by Councilman Koon, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2010 -2011 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON,
MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL GRANT FUNDS WITHIN THE GENERAL
FUND TO RECOGNIZE RECEIPT OF GRANT FUNDS.
Bill 2011 -52 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
roll -call vote as Ordinance 14838:
Aye: Bray, Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Luebbert, Pope, Schulte, Scrivner,
and Weber
Nay: None
RESOLUTIONS
RS2011 -18 Authorizing Representative for Missouri Department of Natural Resources
State Revolving Fund Program (Scrivner)
A motion was made by Councilman Ralph Bray for adoption of RS2011 -18 as presented,
seconded by Councilman Bob Scrivner, and approved unanimously by the following roll -call
vote:
Aye: Bray, Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Luebbert, Pope, Schulte, Scrivner,
and Weber
Nay: None
SCHEDULED REPORTS
There were no reports scheduled for this time.
PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON OTHER TOPICS
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There were no presentations made at this time.
COUNCIL AND STAFF RESPONSE TO PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY
There were no comments made at this time.
NEW BUSINESS
Councilman Dave Griffith mentioned that he and his wife celebrated their 38th wedding
anniversary this past week.
Councilman Bob Scrivner mentioned that his in -laws, Dusty and Mabel Rhodes, had recently
moved to Jefferson City, and they had just celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary.
Councilman Bob Weber reminded citizens that schools start this week and stated they need
to be drive safely in school zones.
Mayor Eric Struemph thanked everyone involved in the recent Sales Tax F campaign which
was approved by almost 80% of the voters at the August 2 election.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business brought forward.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion to adjourn was made by Councilman Dave Griffith, seconded by Councilman Rich
Koon, and approved unanimously at 7:15 P.M.