HomeMy Public PortalAbout20070702REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JULY 2, 2007
CALL TO ORDER
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The Regular Council Meeting of July 2, 2007, was convened at 6:05 P.M. by Mayor John
Landwehr.
Prayer was offered by Councilman Brian Crane, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CAL
The following Council Members were present for the roll call:
Present: Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Koon, Layton, Medin, Penfold, and
Smith
Absent: Klindt
A quorum was declared present.
Mayor John Landwehr asked for names of those in the audience who wished to add their
names to the Presentations from the Gallery list. No one requested to be added.
MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS
There were no miscellaneous agenda items brought forward at this time.
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. Public Safety Committee, June 1, 2007
b. Public Works & Planning, May 10 and May 24, 2007
c. Council Committee on Administration, June 6, 2007
d. Human Relations Commission, March 13 and April 10, 2007
e. Historic Preservation Commission, May 1, 2007
f. University of Missouri Cole County Extension 2006 Annual Report (on file in
City Clerk's Office)
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g. CAMPO Board of Directors, May 23, 2007
h. Planning & Zoning Commission, May 10, 2007
Board of Electrical Examiners and Review, February 7, 2007
Mayor Landwehr thanked the citizens who serve on these boards and commissions for
giving of their time and talents to make our community better.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
Administration Committee - Chairwoman Cindy Layton announced the next meeting will
be held Wednesday, July 18 at 11:30 A.M.. and again at 6:00 P.M.. She stated the
Annexation Committee will also meet at 1:00 on that day.
Finance Committee - Chairman Kenneth Ferguson stated the Committee will meet on July
13 immediately following the Brown Bag meeting to review changes to taxicab and liquor
ordinances.
Public Safety Committee - Chairman Kevin Brown reported the Committee will meet on
July 11 at 11:30 A.M. and will hear a presentation from the Fire Department regarding an
apparatus.
Public Works & Planning Committee - Since Chairman Dan Klindt is absent,
Councilwoman Jane A. Smith reported that at the last meeting, the Committee reviewed the
Verslues contract, and requested a list of surplus property that the city may wish to sell.
Councilman Jim Penfold also reported that the Committee approved the vacation of a right -
of -way along Sunset Lake Road.
APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR
There were no appointments brought before the Council for consideration at this time.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Mayor John Landwehr announced that the Scholastic proclamation on the agenda will
actually be addressed at the associated event rather than at the Council meeting.
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Fire Chief Robert Rennick stated that IS300 and IS400 classes are going to be offered to
elected officials and city staff to further bring the City into compliance with federal security
training requirements. He stated he will try to set up some sessions to accommodate those
who may wish to attend other sessions which were previously offered.
City Administrator Steve Rasmussen announced the City will hold two Council Work
Sessions in July. On July 9, the Council will hear public comments on the issue of Airport
Fees. Following that meeting, the Council will then determine what the agenda will be for
its July 17 Work Session.
PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS & INVITED GUESTS
No presentations were made at this time.
PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY
Mr. Richard Groner, 1301 E. High Street, made a presentation and distributed a handout
regarding his presentation in relation to the Conference Center and West McCarty Street
properties. Following Mr. Groner's presentation, Mayor John Landwehr stated he would
make sure his handout was provided to the Conference Center Selection Committee. Mr.
Groner answered questions asked by the Council.
Mr. Pete Nacy, 522 E. Capitol, representing the Historic City of Jefferson (HCJ), stated he
would like to receive a copy of what Mr. Groner just submitted to the Council. A copy was
provided to Mr. Nacy.
Mr. Jim Weber, Project Manager of the Historic City of Jefferson for the 1102 E. McCarty
Street renovation project, stated that the Historic City of Jefferson is willing to renovate the
Bassman House property.
Mr. Steve Veile, 1025 Adams Street, stated that the HCJ wants to see the Bassman House
turned into a bed and breakfast, and that after the renovation is complete, the property
would then be offered for sale. Mayor John Landwehr asked them to consider that if the
project is approved, and the property is sold at a profit that the profit be used to reimburse
the $200,000 of taxpayers money which the city used to purchase the property. Mr. Veile
stated he was not prepared to answer that at this time; Mayor Landwehr asked him to
discuss that concept with the HCJ.
Mr. Stu Murphy, 1110 Moreau Drive, representing Mary Ann Hall Murphy and Sean Murphy
of Stonehawk Studio, made a presentation regarding their interest in renovating the property
located at 215 W. McCarty currently known as "Kolkmeyer II." He estimated the cost at
approximately $175,000 maximum to renovate the property.
Ms. Mary Ann Hall Murphy, 1110 Moreau Drive, made a brief presentation echoing Mr.
Murphy's comments.
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COUNCIL COMMENTS IN RESPONSE TO PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY
Councilman Kevin Brown stated that while proposals have been made to the Conference
Center Selection Committee, the Council has not received those proposals. Mayor John
Landwehr stated those will be provided to Council as a whole.
Councilman Rich Koon asked for clarification of whether the houses on W. McCarty Street
will afford an impact on a proposed conference center or related structures such as a
parking structure.
Discussion was held regarding the process of hearing developers for a Conference Center.
Councilman Brian Crane stated it is going to take several months yet to complete this
process.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were presented to the Council for their approval by Consent:
a. Minutes of June 11, June 15, and June 18, 2007 City Council Meetings
b. Authorizing Amendment to Williams Keepers Contract (Staff: Steve Schlueter)
A motion was made by Councilman Kenneth Ferguson for approval of the Consent Agenda
as presented, seconded by Councilwoman Cindy Layton, and approved unanimously.
BILLS INTRODUCED
Bill 2007 -32, sponsored by Councilman Brown, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING A
SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION TO THE JEFFERSON CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
AND AMENDING THE 2006 -2007 ANNUAL BUDGET WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND.
Bill 2007 -33, sponsored by Councilman Klindt, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH VERSLUES
CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.
Mayor John Landwehr asked how many square feet of the proposed facility will be devoted
to office space. Staff stated they will get that information and distribute it to the Council.
Mayor Landwehr also had questions about where the funding was coming from regarding
Sales Tax E. Several questions were asked by the Council.
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Bill 2007 -34, sponsored by Councilman Smith, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH THE HAWTHORN
FOUNDATION FOR THE CITY TO BE A HOST CITY FOR THE TOUR OF MISSOURI BIKE
RACE EVENT.
Following a discussion of the matter of suspending the rules, the Council reached a
consensus that they wished to add the matter to the July 9 Work Session agenda rather
than suspend the rules tonight. Staff will continue to get answers to questions about the
insurance for the event.
Mayor John Landwehr called for a five - minute recess at this time (8:05 P.M.)
The meeting was reconvened at 8:10 P.M. by Mayor John Landwehr with the following
Council Members present:
Present: Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Koon, Layton, Medin, Penfold, and
Smith
Absent: Klindt
BILLS INTRODUCED - CONTINUED
Bill 2007 -35, sponsored by Councilman Klindt, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO AN EXISTING GRANT
AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE
PURPOSE OF PROVIDING ADDITIONAL FEDERAL GRANT MONEY FOR PROJECTS AT
THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT.
Bill 2007 -36, sponsored by Councilman Klindt, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING AN
AGREEMENT FOR STATE BLOCK GRANT PROJECT AIRE 06- 040B -8 FOR FUNDING
CONSTRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENTS AT THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL
AIRPORT.
Bill 2007 -37, sponsored by Councilman Klindt, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, APPROVING A MAJOR
AMENDMENT TO THE FINAL PUD PLAN FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 905
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WEATHERED ROCK ROAD; CONSISTING OF PART OF TRACTS D AND F OF
MILLBROOK SUBDIVISION AND LOTS 1 AND 2 OF STONEHILL SUBDIVISION, SECTION
ONE, JEFFERSON CITY, COLE COUNTY MISSOURI.
Councilman Kevin Brown asked for other examples where sidewalk variances were asked
for. Mayor John Landwehr asked for staff to get back to the Council regarding the form used
to request the sidewalk waiver. Discussion was held regarding whether some of the
questions on that form were relevant.
Bill 2007 -38, sponsored by Councilman Klindt, 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 1.81 ACRES FROM RS -2 LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO
C -1 NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL, LAND LOCATED ON THE NORTHERN CORNER
OF THE INTERSECTION OF OLD LOHMAN ROAD AND SOUTH COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE,
LOCATED IN PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER
OF SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 12 WEST, JEFFERSON CITY, COLE
COUNTY, MISSOURI AND ENDORSING AN AMENDMENT ON THE DEVELOPMENT
PLAN MAP OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO REFLECT SUCH CHANGE.
Bill 2007 -39, sponsored by Councilman Klindt, 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 0.67 ACRES FROM RS -3 MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
TO PUD PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 214 AND 216
DIX ROAD; CONSISTING OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE
SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION TWO, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 12 WEST,
JEFFERSON CITY, COLE COUNTY, MISSOURI AND ENDORSING AN AMENDMENT ON
THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN MAP OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO REFLECT SUCH
CHANGE.
Bill 2007 -40, sponsored by Councilman Klindt, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, APPROVING A CONCEPT
PUD PLAN FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 214 AND 216 DIX ROAD; CONSISTING OF
PART OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION
2, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 12 WEST, JEFFERSON CITY, COLE COUNTY,
MISSOURI.
Mayor John Landwehr asked how many single - family dwellings can be placed on the lot in
question and that get information back to the Council.
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Bill 2007 -41, sponsored by Councilman Klindt, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND
APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF EDGEWOOD CENTER SUBDIVISION, A
SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI.
Bill 2007 -42, sponsored by Councilman Klindt, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, APPROVING A
PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PUD PLAN FOR PROPERTY ADDRESSED AS 3560 WEST
EDGEWOOD DRIVE; CONSISTING OF PROPOSED LOT 2 OF EDGEWOOD CENTER
SUBDIVISION, A PROPOSED SUBDIVISION OF PART OF LOT 3 OF CC WEST
SUBDIVISION, SECTION TWO, AND DESCRIBED AS PART OF THE NORTHEAST
QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH,
RANGE 12 WEST, JEFFERSON CITY, COLE COUNTY, MISSOURI.
Bill 2007 -43, sponsored by Councilman Klindt, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, VACATING AND
RELINQUISHING THE HEALTH COURT RIGHT -OF -WAY LOCATED AT CHRISTY DRIVE,
SOUTH OF FLORA DRIVE.
Bill 2007-44, sponsored by Councilmen MEDIN, Koon, Penfold, Smith, and Layton, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI SETTING FORTH THE
PROCEDURES FOR DISPOSAL OF THE MCCARTY STREET PROPERTIES.
BILLS PENDING
Bill 2007 -29, sponsored by Councilman Klindt, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING A
CONTRACT WITH WAL -MART INC. TO PROVIDE SANITARY SEWER TO THE NEW
SITE.
Bill 2007 -29 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following roll -call vote as Ordinance 14217:
Aye: Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Koon, Layton, Medin, Penfold, and
Smith
Nay: None
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Bill 2007 -30, sponsored by Councilman Klindt, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING AN
AGREEMENT WITH WOLKEN, ET AL FOR THE NEW PUMP STATION SITE.
Bill 2007 -30 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following roll -call vote as Ordinance 14218:
Aye: Brown, Crane, Ferguson, Harvey, Koon, Layton, Medin, Penfold, and
Smith
Nay: None
Bill 2007 -31, sponsored by Councilman Klindt, Brown, and Harvey, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH
BUSCHER BACKHOE AND LANDSCAPING, LLC FOR THE DEMOLITION OF
PROPERTIES ON THE BLOCK OF W. MC CARTY STREET.
Councilman Kevin Brown requested that Bill 2007 -31 be placed on the Informal Calendar
at this time.
INFORMAL CALENDAR
There were no items on the Informal Calendar for consideration at this time.
RESOLUTIONS
There were no resolutions brought before the Council at this time.
SCHEDULED REPORTS
There were no reports brought before the Council at this time in the meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
Councilman Kevin Brown reminded citizens that fireworks are prohibited inside the City. He
also reminded people to watch out for the street crews who are currently performing the
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annual milling and overlay of city streets.
APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
June 18, 2007, Closed Session - A motion was made by Councilman Mike Harvey to
approve the minutes, seconded by Councilman Jim Penfold, and approved unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business brought before the Council at this time, the meeting
adjourned at 8:55 P.M.