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HomeMy Public PortalAbout20110404REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 4, 2011 1 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Council Meeting of April 4, 2011, was convened at 6:00 P.M. by Mayor John Landwehr. ROLL CALL The following Council Members were present for the roll call: Present: Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Medin, Penfold, Pope, Scrivner, Struemph, and Weber Absent: None A quorum was declared present. Mayor John Landwehr asked if anyone present wished to be added to the list of those who would like to make a presentation to the Council tonight, and added those names to the list. Mayor Landwehr recognized a member of Boy Scout Troop 333 who was present and introduced himself and told what badge he is working toward. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS Mayor John Landwehr read and presented a proclamation honoring "Telecommunications Operator Week" to Communications Supervisor Kathy Abernathy and Communications Operator Suzie Aston with the Jefferson City Police Department. He thanked them, as well as all our Jefferson City Telecommunications Operators, for the contribution they make to the safety and well -being of our citizens. MINUTES AND REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED Mayor John Landwehr stated the following minutes have been received and are on file for review in the City Clerk's office: a. Finance Committee, January 14, 2011 b. Transportation & Traffic Commission, November 10, 2010 c. Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, February 15, 2011 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 4, 2011 2 Mayor Landwehr thanked the volunteers who serve on these Boards and Commissions for their vital contribution to our community. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS Administration Committee - Councilwoman Carrie Carroll reported that the meeting for April 7 has been canceled, and reported on the topics discussed at recent meetings which are now before the Council. Finance Committee - Councilman Rich Koon announced that the Committee will meet on Friday, April 15 immediately after the Brown Bag and asked anyone who would like something discussed at that meeting to please send their agenda items to Finance Director Steve Schlueter. Public Safety Committee - Councilman Mike Harvey reported that a meeting had been held earlier today, April 4, and explained the topics which were discussed at that meeting. Public Works & Planning Committee - Councilman Jim Penfold reported that the last meeting was held on Friday, April 1, immediately before the Brown Bag work session. Ad Hoc Committees - There were no ad hoc reports made at this time. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS Parks & Recreation Director Bill Lockwood announced various events in connection with the opening of the pedestrian / bicycle lane across the Missouri River Bridge. The ribbon cutting ceremony organized by MoDOT will occur at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, April 8. Other events hosted by other organizations will be held at different locations in the upcoming week. Anyone who would like to receive details about those events may contact the City's Communications Manager, Michelle Gleba, at 634 -6377. City Administrator Steve Rasmussen announced that a Work Session will be held on Monday, April 11 to discuss the following: 1. Sales Tax E 2. Current annexation issues 3. Fleet Plan report APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 4, 2011 3 There were no appointments recommended for approval at this meeting. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS Mr. Jason Turner, Jefferson City Fire Department, introduced the following promotions and new hires of the Fire Department: PROMOTIONS: Captain Promotion — Brad VanLoo Driver Promotion — Hake Holee NEW HIRES: Will Bradford Elizabeth Gerling Shane Engelhardt Ryan Back Mayor John Landwehr congratulated the recently - promoted staff and the new hires and extended best wishes on a successful career with the Jefferson City Fire Department. Ms. Peggy Landwehr announced an event to be held in honor of Mayor John Landwehr for his combined fifteen years on the City Council and as Mayor of Jefferson City. She stated that Mayor Landwehr had indicated that he would want any such event to be a fund raiser for CASA, an organization that benefits abused and neglected children in Missouri. Therefore, the proceeds from the ticket sales will be donated to that organization. The event will occur on Saturday, April 9, at Immaculate Conception's Kertz Hall. Mrs. Landwehr stated that anyone wishing to purchase a ticket or find out more about the event may call 635 -7977. Mr. Steve Picker, Jefferson City Convention and Bureau (CVB) made a presentation regarding new brochures and website information promoting tours, local attractions, and upcoming events. He stated that the newest tour added is the MSP "Ghost Tour" featured in the brochures and on the www.visitjeffersoncity.com website, and indicated that the tour has become quite a popular tourist attraction. Mr. Matt Morasch, City of Jefferson Engineering Division, gave a visual presentation on City streets which are associated with the bicycle / pedestrian trail across the Missouri River bridge, and explained how they are designed to coordinate with that trail. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 4, 2011 4 PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS Mr. Patrick Lynn made a presentation regarding Bill 2010 -123 (abandoned buildings). Mr. Lynn stated he is in favor of the bill which he believes will help the City determine who owns buildings which are abandoned and are a blight on the neighborhoods in which they are located. He provided two specific examples of abandoned buildings located on Clark Avenue, one of which he believed was a positive example, and the other a negative example, of the appearance and upkeep of abandoned buildings. Mr. Mo McCullough made a presentation on behalf of the local Realtors who stated they are opposed to Bill 2010 -123 (abandoned buildings). He asked the Council to delay acting on the bill tonight to allow the Realtors an opportunity to provide input. Councilman Jim Penfold asked Mr. McCullough if he could provide specific items to which the Realtors are opposed, or suggestions to offer, to justify a delay on the issue. Mr. McCullough replied he did not have any such specific items at this time. CONSENT AGENDA The following were presented to the Council for approval: a. Minutes of March 18 and March 21, 2011 City Council Meetings A motion was made by Councilman Dave Griffith for approval of the Consent Agenda as presented, seconded by Councilman Jim Penfold, and approved unanimously. BIDS OVER $25,000 (a) Bid 2536 (Sole Source) Parking Garage Software / Hardware Upgrade, Community Development Dept. A motion was made by Councilman Bob Weber for approval of the bid as presented, seconded by Councilman Eric Struemph, and approved unanimously. (b) Bid 2530 One Ton Truck, Fire Dept. A motion was made by Councilman Mike Harvey for approval of the bid as presented, seconded by Councilman Dave Griffith, and approved unanimously. (c) Bid 2532 Street Marking Paint, Community Development Dept. A motion was made by Councilman Jim Penfold for approval of the bid as presented, seconded by Councilman Bob Weber, and approved unanimously. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 4, 2011 5 BILLS INTRODUCED Bill 2010 -125, sponsored by Councilman Koon, entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, REGARDING LICENSE FEES, PAYMENTS, AND DELETING CIGARETTE VENDING MACHINES FROM THE CITY CODE. Bill 2010 -126, sponsored by Councilman Koon, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO A GRANT AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON WITH THE MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR HAZARD MITIGATION, AND AMENDING THE 2010 -2011 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND. Bill 2010 -127, sponsored by Councilwoman Carroll, entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, PERTAINING TO THE REQUIREMENTS FOR ADDITIONAL SIGNS IN THE C -3 DISTRICT. BILLS PENDING Bill 2010 -121, sponsored by Councilman Penfold, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES MASTER AGREEMENT WITH BURNS AND MCDONNELL ENGINEERING COMPANY, INC., FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING CONSULTING ENGINEERING AND DESIGN SERVICES TO THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT. Bill 2010 -121 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 14780: Aye: Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Medin, Penfold, Pope, Scrivner, Struemph, and Weber Nay: None REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 4, 2011 6 Bill 2010 -122, sponsored by Councilman Struemph, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 4,TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO ISSUE SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS, SETTING FORTH THE REQUIREMENTS AND EFFECTS OF SUCH PERMITS AND DESIGNATING WHERE SUCH PERMITS MAY BE USED. Bill 2010 -122 was read third time by title and placed on final passage. Following a lengthy discussion, the bill was passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 14781: Aye: Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Medin, Penfold, Pope, Struemph, and Weber Nay: Scrivner Bill 2010 -123, sponsored by Councilman Medin, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 8, BY ADDING ONE NEW ARTICLE PERTAINING TO ABANDONED BUILDINGS. Councilman Ron Medin requested that Bill 2010 -123 be placed on the Informal Calendar. Following a lengthy discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Mike Harvey to remove Bill 2010 -123 from the Informal Calendar and placed on final passage. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rich Koon, and defeated by the following roll -call vote: Aye: Griffith, Harvey, Koon, and Penfold Nay: Carroll, Medin, Pope, Scrivner, Struemph, and Weber Bill 2010 -123 remains on the Informal Calendar. Mayor John Landwehr instructed staff to contact Mr. McCullough and set up a meeting with the Realtors in the next few days to discuss the issue with them. Bill 2010 -124, sponsored by Councilman Medin, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 25, PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT, BY ADDING ONE NEW ARTICLE, REGARDING NEIGHBORHOOD REDEVELOPMENT AND ENACTING THE "JEFFERSON CITY NEIGHBORHOOD REINVESTMENT ACT, PART IV ". Bill 2010 -124 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 14782: Aye: Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Medin, Penfold, Pope, Scrivner, Struemph, and Weber Nay: None INFORMAL CALENDAR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 4, 2011 7 There were no items on the Informal Calendar. RESOLUTIONS There were no resolutions presented to the Council. SCHEDULED REPORTS There were no reports scheduled to be presented at this time. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON OTHER TOPICS Presentations Regarding Proposition A on the April 5, 2011 Ballot regarding the current contract for citywide single- stream trash and recycling: The following persons presented their reasons for opposing Proposition A: Ms. Kesha Nelson Mr. Michael Leahy Mr. Tony Smith Ms. Pam Barkhaus Ms. Molly White Mr. Cliff White Mr. Jim Crabtree Ms. D. J. Nash Mr. Ken Luebbering Ms. Sarah Burbee The following persons presented their reasons for supporting Proposition A: Mr. Michael Brownstein REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 4, 2011 8 Ms. Daisy Brown Ms. Marilyn Monks At this point in the meeting, Mr. Bill Betts informed the Mayor that I.T. needs a few minutes to change tapes in the recording process. Mayor Landwehr called for a brief recess at 7:55 P.M. in order to accommodate Mr. Betts's request. RECONVENE The meeting was reconvened at 8:30 by Mayor John Landwehr with the following Council Members present: Present: Carroll, Griffith, Harvey, Koon, Medin, Penfold, Pope, Scrivner, and Struemph, and Weber Absent: None PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON OTHER TOPICS - CONTINUED The following presentations continued regarding Proposition A (single- stream and trash recycling contract) on the April 5, 2011 ballot. IN FAVOR OF PROPOSITION A: Mr. Charles Michael Mr. Jerry Knollmeyer Mr. Arthur Brown Mr. Charles Gaskin Mr. Glover Brown Mayor John Landwehr stated that he had made note of several of the questions asked and issues raised by the presenters on this issue and that he, City Counselor Nathan Nickolaus, or other staff would try to answer those at the appropriate point in the meeting. COUNCIL AND STAFF DISCUSSION OF PRESENTATION TOPICS Mayor John Landwehr and City Counselor Nathan Nickolaus answered some of the questions brought forward during the presentations immediately preceding. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 4, 2011 9 Councilman Dave Griffith urged people to vote tomorrow. Councilman Bob Scrivner stated he respects the rights and efforts of the citizens who have brought Proposition A forward. He said the current system has worked for him and his family but thinks that some things could probably be improved. Councilman Eric Struemph also reminded people to vote tomorrow. Councilwoman Carrie Carroll stated she plans to vote NO on Proposition A. Councilman Jim Penfold asked staff to give a brief explanation of how Allied was chosen in the bid or RFP process, and stated he also intends to vote NO on Proposition A tomorrow. City Counselor Nathan Nickolaus gave a brief explanation of the process used in which Allied was chosen as the contractor to provide the City's single- stream trash and recycling program. NEW BUSINESS Councilman Jim Penfold mentioned FEMA flood plain mapping at the Jefferson City Memorial Airport and indicated that Bill 2010 -121 passed tonight was crucial in order to begin dealing with this issue. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business brought forward at this time. ADJOURNMENT A motion to adjourn was made by Councilman Ron Medin, seconded by Councilman Bob Scrivner, and approved unanimously at 8:55 P.M.