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Home My Public Portal About20030203REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 3, 2003 CALL TO ORDER 1 The Regular Council Meeting of February 3, 2003, 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, Klindt, Olsen, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, Vogel, and Weber Absent: Groner A quorum was declared present. Mayor Tom Rackers welcomed members of Boy Scout Troop #1 from the United Methodist Church, who are present for the purpose of achieving their Citizenship in the Community award badge. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS Sgt. Mike Dean, Jefferson City Police Department, made a presentation regarding drug prevention programs used by the city's police in local public and parochial schools. He stated that in 2001 the police had made 273 narcotic arrests, about 12 or so of which were in the schools. Sgt. Dean reported on both the DARE, MUSTANG, and Sober Chauffeur programs. Officer Eric Wilde was also present and spoke as a member of the MUSTANG task force and the use of "club drugs" among area youth. Both Sgt. Dean and Officer Wilde stated that discussions about drugs should be targeted to students in the 5th or 6th grade but that, depending on parental discretion, children as young as five or six are not too young to begin discussing the issue. A question and answer period followed. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 3, 2003 2 Mr. Tony Hiesberger, 1034 Carousel Drive, distributed handouts and made a presentation regarding the County of Cole paying its "fair share" of taxes to the city since becoming a First Class County. He requested that the discussion of the issue be referred to a committee for more study. Mr. John Orear, 1728 Green Berry Road, made a presentation regarding an agreement between the City and County for maintenance of areas that are annexed. He stated that he feels it is the right thing to do to vote on the issue tonight to send a signal to voters on the eve of the February 4 election that the two entities can reach a consensus on issues pertaining to annexation. Ms. Juanita Donehue, 1707 Englewood Drive, spoke in favor of annexation. She stated that she felt the area (1) needed zoning to accomplish "smart growth," and, (2) would experience positive economic benefits to the entire area as a result of annexation. Mayor Tom Rackers stated that Councilman Clyde Angle has requested that the Council allow an additional presentation from a citizen who arrived after the meeting began. There were no objections to the additional presentation. Dr. Arnold Parks, 1817 Chelle Court, made a presentation regarding a current study of housing discrimination in Jefferson City being performed by Lincoln University. He stated that a grant had been received to fund the study, and that they will be interviewing 400 residents in the city about housing discrimination. CONSENT AGENDA The following items were presented to the Council for their approval by consent: a. Minutes of January 21, 2003, Council Work Session & Council Meeting b. SS 2056 — Sole Source Procurement - Software for Reconditioned Computer, Mini Camera and Transporter, Community Development, Collection Systems Maintenance c. Bid 2039 — Photocopy Machine, Administration / Finance Depts A motion was made by Councilman Larry Vincent for approval of the Consent Agenda as presented, with typographical corrections to item (a) as discussed in the 5:45 work session, seconded by Councilman Cliff Olsen, and approved unanimously. 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. Public Hearing Minutes, Voluntary Annexation of Land at 1050 South Country Club Drive (Scheperle Family Petition) REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 3, 2003 3 Public Works & Planning Committee, November 21, 2002 c. Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) Document December Finance Report ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE MAYOR Mayor Tom Rackers made a statement outlining what he believes are important reasons to support the annexation issue on the February 4 ballot. Following Mayor Rackers' statement, each of the nine Council Members present also made comments regarding annexation and urging the public to exercise their right to vote in the February 4 election. APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR Mayor Tom Rackers recommend appointments to the following: a. Appointment to Police Department 1. Nora "Suzie" Aston — Telecommunications Operator Appointments to Following City Boards and Commissions: Board Person Term Expires Term Status Environmental Quality: Mark Sullivan Nov 2007 Full Industrial Dev Authority: Ron Dawson May 2008 Partial Tax Increment Finance Commission: Jim Wisch April 2004 Partial CVB Board: Rob Agee Dec 2005 Reappointment Jim Baumgartner Dec 2005 Reappointment Historic Preservation: Bill Dallmeyer Dec 2003 Partial Police Personnel: Tim Van Ronzelen Jan 2006 Reappointment Elizabeth Behrouz Jan 2006 Reappointment A motion was made by Councilman Roy Viessman for approval of the appointments as presented, seconded by Councilman Larry Vincent and approved unanimously. Ms. Suzie Aston and Mr. Mark Sullivan were both present to be identified and congratulated upon their appointments. BILLS INTRODUCED REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 3, 2003 4 Bill 2002 -136, sponsored by Councilman Viessman, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH BUSCOMM, INC. FOR DIGITAL VOICE DICTATION SYSTEM AND DECLARING CERTAIN EQUIPMENT SURPLUS TO BE USED IN TRADE -IN. Bill 2002 -137, sponsored by Councilmen Smith, Vogel, Vincent, and Klindt), entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH APLEX, INC. FOR GLADSTONE COURT SANITARY AND STORMWATER SEWER IMPROVEMENTS AND JEFFERSON STREET STORMWATER IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO. 33046-0020 & 33046 -0021. Bill 2002 -138, sponsored by Councilman Groner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A ROAD RELINQUISHMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION. Bill 2002 -139, sponsored by Councilman Viessman, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE 2002 -2003 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE TRANSIT FUND. Bill 2002 -140, sponsored by Councilman Viessman, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, DECLARING THE OFFICIAL NAME OF THE EAST OUTER ROADWAY ALONG U.S. HIGHWAY 54 WEST SOUTH OF STADIUM BOULEVARD TO BE CHRISTY LANE. Councilman Dan Klindt stated he had spoken to several constituents in his ward, the area affected by this ordinance, and that all of them were adamently opposed to this bill because of the cost to reprint stationery, business cards, and confusion for their customers. Councilman Roy Viessman stated that he would be willing to place Bill 2002 -140 on the Informal Calendar. Following further discussion, Councilman Dan Klindt made a motion to pull Bill 2002 -140, seconded by Councilman Edith Vogel. Following further discussion, Councilman Clyde Angle called for the question, which was approved. Councilman Viessman stated that rather than vote on Councilman Klindt's motion, he would, as sponsor of the bill, just withdraw Bill 2002 -140. Bill 2002 -140 withdrawn at sponsor's request. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 3, 2003 5 Bill 2002 -141, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH COLE COUNTY FOR SERVICES IN ANNEXED AREAS. BILLS PENDING Bill 2002 -130, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 29 -143 (BASIS FOR COMPUTATION), SUBPARAGRAPHS (A) AND (B), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, PERTAINING TO THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF SEWER CHARGE ADJUSTMENTS. Bill 2002 -130 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13497: Aye: Angle, Ferguson, Klindt, Olsen, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 2002 -131, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, REPEALING ORDINANCES 11650 AND 11749 PERTAINING TO THE RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE POLICE PERSONNEL BOARD, AND ENACTING A NEW ORDINANCE IN LIEU THEREOF. Councilman Vincent moved to amend Bill 2002 -131, Rule #18, by leaving the first paragraph in the most current version intact, and eliminating the rest of rule #18 below that paragraph which pertains to the rehearing process. The motion was seconded by Councilman Cliff Olsen. Councilman Clyde Angle stated that a citizen who had made a presentation on this issue has not had a chance to give his input on the bill, and that he would request the bill be allowed to remain on the Informal Calendar. Councilman Larry Vincent stated he did not intend to leave it on the Informal Calendar. The motion to amend was then approved with Councilman Clyde Angle voting "Nay." Bill 2002 -131 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed, as amended, by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13498: Aye: Ferguson, Klindt, Olsen, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: Angle Bill 2002 -132, sponsored by Councilman Smith, entitled: REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 3, 2003 6 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI PROVIDING FOR THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION OF 37.28 ACRES OF REAL PROPERTY CONTIGUOUS TO AND LYING WEST OF THE PRESENT CITY LIMITS INTO THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, LOCATED IN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION EIGHT, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 12 WEST, IN COLE COUNTY, STATE OF MISSOURI, AND REPEALING SECTION 1 -17 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, DEFINING THE EXISTING CITY BOUNDARY AND ENACTING A NEW SECTION PERTAINING TO THE SAME SUBJECT. Bill 2002 -132 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13499: Aye: Angle, Ferguson, Klindt, Olsen, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 2002 -133, sponsored by Councilman Groner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, RELINQUISHING CERTAIN EASEMENTS FOR SANITARY SEWER PURPOSES IN THE 3500 BLOCK OF TRUMAN BOULEVARD . Bill 2002 -133 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13500: Aye: Angle, Ferguson, Klindt, Olsen, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 2002 -134, sponsored by Councilman Groner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CODE PERTAINING TO SEWER CONNECTION AND EXTENSION CHARGES. Bill 2002 -134 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll -call vote as Ordinance 13501: Aye: Angle, Ferguson, Olsen, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Abstain: Klindt INFORMAL CALENDAR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 3, 2003 7 Bill 2002 -117, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH COLE COUNTY FOR SERVICES IN ANNEXED AREAS. Councilman Vincent has requested that Bill 2002 -117 remain on the Informal Calendar, where it dies at this time. Bill 2002 -118, sponsored by Councilman Angle, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY ESTABLISHING ARTICLE III OF CHAPTER 16, CITY OF JEFFERSON COMMISSION ON HUMAN RELATIONS. Councilman Angle then requested that Bill 2002 -118 remain on the Informal Calendar, where it dies at this time. Bill 2002 -135, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CURRENT ORDINANCE RELATING TO FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE BY MUNICIPAL OFFICIALS AS CITED IN CHAPTER 2 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI. Councilman Larry Vincent requested that Bill 2002 -135 remain on the Informal Calendar at this time. RESOLUTIONS RS2002 -27 — Dreams to Reality - Neighborhood Assistance Program (Vogel) Councilman Larry Vincent made a motion to adopt RS2002 -27, seconded by Councilman Bob Weber, and approved unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Mayor Tom Rackers commended Human Resources Director Gail Strope for being selected to attend a conference in England on an "exchange" program which will be paid for by International Personnel Management Association (IPMA). Councilman Roy Viessman commended the city's Convention and Visitor's Bureau volunteers for the invaluable service they provide to the community. Mayor Tom Rackers agreed with Councilman Viessman's comments, and also stated that there are hundreds of other volunteers in the City who should also be commended for the service they provide to the City. UNFINISH REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 3, 2003 ED BUSINESS 8 Councilman Clyde Angle stated that he had several issues which he had planned to bring up at this time, but that he would wait until another meeting to bring them up. COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS There were no Council liaison reports made at this time. GO INTO CLOSED SESSION Mayor Tom Rackers stated that, pursuant to Section 610.021.2 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, Chair would entertain a motion to go into Closed Session in the Boone /Bancroft room to discuss the following: Personnel [Sec. 610.021(3)]. A motion was made by Councilman Bob Weber to go into Closed Session for the above - stated purpose, seconded by Councilman Roy Viessman, and approved unanimously by the following roll -call vote at 8:05 PM: Aye: Angle, Ferguson, Klindt, Olsen, Smith, Viessman, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None