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HomeMy Public PortalAbout20021021REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 21, 2002 1 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Council Meeting of October 21, 2002, was convened at 6:00 P.M. by Mayor Tom Rackers. Prayer was offered by Councilman Roy Viessman, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CAL The following Council Members were present for the roll call: Present: Angle, Ferguson, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, and Vogel Absent: Weber A quorum was declared present. Mayor Tom Rackers stated that the Council would like to move "Presentations from the Gallery" up on the agenda at this time so that crew members of the USS Jefferson City Submarine could make their presentation and then leave to keep other appointments. There were no objections to moving the item up on the agenda. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY Councilman Roy Viessman stated that USS Jefferson City Submarine crew members were present to make a presentation to the Mayor and City Council, and he asked Mrs. Melody Green to introduce the crew. Mrs. Green introduced the four members present as Chief of the Boat Neal Johnson; Lt. Tullio Celano, III; MM2 Kevin Ervin; and STS3 Anthony Donatelli. Following Mrs. Green's introduction, COB Johnson announced a new unofficial website dedicated to the USS Jefferson City has been created by citizens and interested organizations of Jefferson City. He stated it is located at www.ussjeffersoncity.net, and distributed his announcement as a printed handout. Following his announcement, he then presented photographs of the USS Jefferson City submarine and of Commander Dean Richter, both signed by Commander Richter, to Mayor Rackers and the citizens of Jefferson City. Mayor Tom Rackers stated the items will be placed in the city's display case which contains USS Jefferson City Submarine items for public viewing/ MAYOR'S VETO MESSAGE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 21, 2002 2 Mayor Tom Rackers read his veto message of Bill 2002 -56 (reaffirming Financial Disclosure Ordinance). Following his veto message, he put the question to the Council if the bill should take effect despite the mayor's disapproval, to which there were no motions to override the mayor's veto. Veto stands as presented, and bill 2002 -56 overturned. PUBLIC HEARINGS Amended Final PUD Plan for Lot 59 of Westpoint Estates, Section Six (Pending Bill 2002- 82). City Planner Janice McMillan made a presentation outlining the background of the requested plan. No persons were present to speak in favor of, or opposition to, the proposed plan. Mayor Tom Rackers declared the public hearing concluded. Amended Final PUD Site Plan for 2304 Route B (Pending Bill 2002 -83). City Planner Janice McMillan made a presentation outlining the background of the requested plan. No persons were present to speak in favor of, or opposition to, the proposed plan. Mayor Tom Rackers declared the public hearing concluded. Amended Final PUD Plan for 1913 St. Louis Road (Pending Bill 2002 -84). City Planner Janice McMillan made a presentation outlining the background of the requested plan. Following Ms. McMillan's presentation, Councilman Kenneth Ferguson stated that he had received several calls and letters from constituents in the area of the proposed plan objecting to the plan. He asked Ms. McMillan if the Department of Natural Resources had been contacted regarding environmental concerns due to the proximity of the property to Bogg's Creek. Ms. McMillan stated that the DNR had stated they would have no problem with the plan as long as the business complies with environmental regulations. Speaking in opposition: Christie Schriefer, 1809 E. McCarty Street, stated she objected to the plan because several other similar businesses, which she named, are also in the area. She stated the residences are being encroached upon by the addition of more of these businesses, and that current regulations are not being enforced on those businesses. Her concern is that the new business would also violate city regulations as well. She asked that the city consider a 60 -day deferment of this plan to give the other similar businesses a chance to do some "housecleaning." Colleen Meredith, 1841 E. McCarty Street, stated her concerns include the intense lighting for such a business, and the runoff of pollutants into the creek in which her children and their friends play regularly. She stated that the screening on the proposed plan did not include additional screening on her side of the property. Pat Strader, owner of property at 203 Riverview Drive, stated that her concerns included the lights, noise, alarms, and increased traffic. She stated that the city is currently planning to expend large amounts of funds to improve the area of E. McCarty Street where this REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 21, 2002 3 business will be located and that she does not feel this business will help the City's improvement plans. Mr. Ed Rasp, 304 Riverview Drive, stated that he opposes the plan because there is a big difference between a body shop and a repair shop. He stated the plan, as proposed, will be a body shop, and that means wrecked vehicles will be stored there and he believes that would create an eyesore. He stated if the business owner kept wrecked vehicles stored inside, that would better than storing them in public view. Mayor Tom Rackers stated that he understood that a citizen had called City Hall today and was mistakenly informed that this particular bill would be only introduced tonight instead of voted on. Councilman David E. Smith stated that in view of that, he plans to place the bill on the Informal Calendar when it is read for the third time later in the meeting. Speaking in favor of the plan: Mr. John Beetem, attorney representing Mr. Tambke, owner of the business proposing the plan. Mr. Beetem showed a map of the proposed plan to point out where additional screening or buffers would be placed, and encouraged the Council to vote in favor of the plan. Following the presentations, Councilman Larry Vincent stated he would be concerned with children playing in and around wrecked vehicles if the area where they are stored is not fenced in, and requested that the Council receive more information on the storage of wrecked vehicles at the site of the proposed business. Mayor Tom Rackers declared the public hearing concluded. Preliminary and Final PUD Plan for 2220 Weathered Rock Road (Pending Bill 2002 -85). City Planner Janice McMillan made a presentation outlining the background of the requested plan. No persons were present to speak in favor of, or opposition to, the proposed plan. Mayor Tom Rackers declared the public hearing concluded. Preliminary and Final PUD Site Plan to be addressed as 3612 West Truman Boulevard (Pending Bill 2002 -86). City Planner Janice McMillan made a presentation outlining the background of the requested plan. No persons were present to speak in favor of, or opposition to, the proposed plan. Mayor Tom Rackers declared the public hearing concluded. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY (CONTINUED) Further presentations from the gallery as continued from above (which was moved up on the agenda). REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 21, 2002 4 Mr. Duane Schreimann, 603 Turnberry Drive, representing the Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce, encouraged the City Council to approve the proposed economic development contract which is scheduled for approval later in the meeting. He also stated that the Chamber Board would like to set up a work session with the Council to discuss topics of mutual interest. He stated these meetings used to be held routinely, and that the Chamber felt that holding the meetings would once again be beneficial. CONSENT AGENDA The following items were presented to the Council for their approval by consent: a. Council Work Session Minutes October 7, 2002 b. Council Meeting Minutes October 7, 2002 c. RENEWAL - Contract with Jefferson Pilot for Long -Term Disability Group Insurance, Human Resources RENEWAL - Contract with Capital Region Medical Center's Health Direct for Employee Assistance Program Services, Human Resources e. RENEWAL - Professional Medical Services with Capital Region Medical Center / DirectNet for Workers' Compensation and Physical Examinations, Human Resources g. Bid 2029 - Influent/Effluent and Sludge Cake Sample Testing, Water Pollution Control Plant RENEWAL - Economic Development Agreement with Chamber of Commerce A motion was made by Councilman Larry Vincent for approval of the Consent Agenda as presented, seconded by Councilman Dan Klindt, and approved with Councilman Cliff Olsen abstaining on items (d) and (e). Councilman Richard Groner stated that he feels too many money - related items are being approved by consent and that the Council needs more discussion before they are voted on by consent. MINUTES AND REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED Mayor Tom Rackers announced that the following minutes and reports of City boards and commissions have been received, and are on file for review, by the City Clerk's Office: a. September Finance Report b. Transportation & Traffic Commission, September 5, 2002 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 21, 2002 5 c. Historic Preservation Commission, August 13, 2002 d. Board of Electrical Examiners & Review, February 25, 2002 e. Board of Adjustment, September 10, 2002 f. Parks & Recreation Commission, September 9, 2002 g. Convention & Visitors Bureau Minutes, Agendas, & Related Documents ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE MAYOR There were no announcements made by Mayor Tom Rackers at this time. APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR There were no appointments to come before the Council at this time. BILLS INTRODUCED Bill 2002 -93, sponsored by Councilman Smith, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE PLAT OF CHAPEL HILL COMMONS - SECTION THREE, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. Bill 2002 -94, sponsored by Councilman Smith, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE REVISED PUD PLAN FOR LOTS UU & VV OF SOUTHGATE SUBDIVISION, SECTION SIX. Bill 2002 -95, sponsored by Councilman Viessman, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 7 OF THE CODE PERTAINING TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS. Bill 2002 -96, sponsored by Councilman Weber, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 21, 2002 6 19 -401, (STREETS AND HIGHWAYS), SCHEDULE (J), (PARKING PROHIBITED), SUBPARAGRAPH (A), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, BY THE ADDITION OF A PORTION OF HOOVER ROAD. Bill 2002 -97, sponsored by Councilman Weber, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 19 -401, (STREETS AND HIGHWAYS), SCHEDULE (0), (PARKING TIME LIMIT ZONES), SUBPARAGRAPH (B), (THIRTY MINUTE LIMIT), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, BY THE ADDITION OF A PORTION OF EAST HIGH STREET AND MADISON STREET. Bill 2002 -98, sponsored by Councilman Weber, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 19 -401, (STREETS AND HIGHWAYS), SCHEDULE (J), (PARKING PROHIBITED), SUBPARAGRAPH (A), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, BY THE ADDITION OF A PORTION OF STATE STREET. Bill 2002 -99, sponsored by Councilman Weber, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 19 -401, (STREETS AND HIGHWAYS), SCHEDULE (Y), (TEN MINUTE PARKING), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, BY DELETING A PORTION OF EAST HIGH STREET AND ADDING A NEW PORTION OF EAST HIGH STREET IN LIEU THEREOF. Bill 2002 -100, sponsored by Councilmen Groner and Ferguson, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, RELINQUISHING A CERTAIN EASEMENT FOR SANITARY SEWER PURPOSES IN LOT 150 OF LANDWEHR HILLS. Bill 2002 -101, sponsored by Councilmen Angle, Ferguson, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, Vogel, and Weber, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING AN ELECTION TO APPROVE THE EXTENSION OF THE CITY LIMITS THROUGH ANNEXATION. BILLS PENDING REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 21, 2002 7 Bill 2002 -82, sponsored by Councilman Smith, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE AMENDED FINAL PUD PLAN FOR LOT 59 OF WESTPOINT ESTATES, SECTION SIX. Bill 2002 -82 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13451: Aye: Angle, Ferguson, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, and Vogel Nay: None Bill 2002 -83, sponsored by Councilman Smith, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE AMENDED FINAL PUD SITE PLAN FOR 2304 ROUTE B. Bill 2002 -83 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13452: Aye: Angle, Ferguson, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Smith, Viessman, and Vogel Nay: None Abstain: Vincent Bill 2002 -84, sponsored by Councilman Smith, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE AMENDED FINAL PUD PLAN FOR 1913 ST LOUIS ROAD. Councilman David E. Smith requested that Bill 2002 -84 be placed on the Informal Calendar at this time. Bill 2002 -85, sponsored by Councilman Smith, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PUD PLAN FOR2220 WEATHERED ROCK ROAD. Bill 2002 -85 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13453: Aye: Angle, Ferguson, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, and Vogel REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 21, 2002 8 Nay: None Bill 2002 -86, sponsored by Councilman Smith, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PUD SITE PLAN FOR PROPERTY TO BE ADDRESSED AS 3612 WEST TRUMAN BOULEVARD. Bill 2002 -86 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13454: Aye: Angle, Ferguson, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, and Vogel Nay: None Bill 2002 -88, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING A SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION. Bill 2002 -88 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13455: Aye: Angle, Ferguson, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, and Vogel Nay: None Bill 2002 -89, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH CAPITAL REGION MEDICAL CENTER FOR EMT RELATED SERVICES. Bill 2002 -89 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13456: Aye: Angle, Ferguson, Groner, Klindt, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, and Vogel Nay: None Abstain: Olsen Bill 2002 -90, sponsored by Councilman Klindt, entitled: REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 21, 2002 9 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 22 (PARKING, STANDING, AND STOPPING), ARTICLE V (EQUIPMENT), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI. Bill 2002 -90 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13457: Aye: Angle, Ferguson, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, and Vogel Nay: None Bill 2002 -91, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, 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 ORDINANCE 13286. Bill 2002 -91 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13458: Aye: Angle, Ferguson, Groner, Klindt, Olsen, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, and Vogel Nay: None Bill 2002 -92, sponsored by Councilman Groner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH JACOB'S CIVIL FOR MOREAU RIVER PUMP STATION FACILITY PLAN. Councilman Richard Groner requested that Bill 2002 -92 be placed on the Informal Calendar at this time so that the Public Works Committee could have an opportunity to discuss it. INFORMAL CALENDAR Bill 2002 -64, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, 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, 2002, TO OCTOBER 31, 2003, 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 Larry Vincent requested that Bill 2002 -64 be removed from the Informal Calendar and placed on final passage at this time. Bill 2002 -64 was read third time by title, REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 21, 2002 10 placed on final passage. Following discussion in which several Council Members stated their reasons for either supporting or opposing the budget as presented, Bill 2002 -64 was then passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13459: Aye: Ferguson, Klindt, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, and Vogel Nay: Angle, Groner, and Olsen RESOLUTIONS There were no resolutions presented to the Council at this time. APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES October 7, 2002, closed session minutes — A motion was made by Councilman Cliff Olsen for approval, seconded by Councilman Kenneth Ferguson, and approved unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Councilman Clyde Angle made comments regarding recent allegations of abuse by persons of the city's parking enforcement employees while enforcing the parking regulations. He asked City Administrator Rich Mays to give the Council an update on the situation. Councilman Larry Vincent distributed a draft bill pertaining to establishing financial disclosure of city officials, board and commission members, and employees. He stated that he would like to receive comments and suggestions from the Council on this bill before he introduces it at a future meeting. Following discussion, the Council agreed to set a special work session to discuss this issue for November 6, 5:30 PM. Councilman Cliff Olsen asked staff to send letters to all boards and commissions to get their input, and Councilman David E. Smith requested that letters also be sent to past members to get their input as well. City Administrator Rich Mays asked the Council to review Convention and Visitors Bureau information and contact him or Beth Carmichael if they need more information or have input. UNFINISH ED BUSINESS Councilman Larry Vincent moved to approve the Convention and Visitors Bureau contract which was tabled by Councilman Richard Groner at the October 7, 2002, Council Meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman Edith Vogel. Councilman Cliff Olsen moved to REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 21, 2002 11 table the motion for approval until after the November 6 work session, seconded by Councilman Richard Groner, and approved by the following roll -call vote: Aye: Angle, Ferguson, Groner, Olsen, Smith, and Viessman Nay: Klindt, Vincent, and Vogel COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS There were no liaison reports made at this time. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council at this time, a motion was made by Councilman Roy Viessman for adjournment, seconded by Councilman Cliff Olsen, and approved unanimously at 7:45 P.M.