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Home My Public Portal About20000821REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 21, 2000 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Council Meeting of August 21, 2000, was convened at 6:00 P.M. by Mayor Tom Rackers. Prayer was offered by Councilman Leonard Stella, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CAL The following Council Members were present for the roll call: Present: Angle, Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Olsen, Stella, Vincent, Vogel, and Weber Absent: None A quorum was declared present. Mayor Tom Rackers recognized a group attending the meeting, and requested that Ms. Donna White, the group's spokesperson, introduce them. Ms. White introduced the 2000 Fashionetta Cotillion and explained the background of the group as well as highlights of some of the community activities in which the young ladies in the group participate. Mayor Tom Rackers commended the group for their interest in the community and encouraged them to continue their active roles to better their communities. PRESENTATIONS FROM GALLERY Ms. Jane Beetem, 1612 Payne Drive, made a presentation, and distributed handouts, regarding a grant for national register nomination which she felt would enhance the preservation of historical sites located in Jefferson City. She explained how the grant program works, and the amount of matching funds which would be required of the City should they decide to apply for the grant. She indicated that the deadline for applying for the grant is August 31, 2000. Mr. William "Skip" Allen, 301 Sterling Price Road, made a presentation in favor of the grant which Ms. Beetem just explained, and encouraged the Council to support the grant application. Ms. Kas Mahfood, 308, 310, and 312 W. Dunklin, proprietor of Kas A Designs Jewelry, also made a presentation in favor of the historic preservation grant. Ms. Gail Jones, 515 Roland Street, made a presentation on behalf of the Jefferson City Community Association, urging the Council to defeat Bill 2000 -48 pertaining to rezoning the REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 21, 2000 property located at 516 E. Dunklin Street. CONSENT AGENDA a. Minutes of August 7, 2000, City Council Meeting b. Authorizing Execution of Strategic Planning Grant Documents A motion was made by Councilman Charles Jackson for approval of the Consent Agenda as presented. The motion was seconded by Councilman Carol Blaney, and approved unanimously. BIDS OVER $25,000 a. Bid 1827 (RENEWAL — Year 2), Chemicals b. Bid 1890, Pump Control Panels A motion was made by Councilman Charles Jackson for approval, seconded by Councilman Leonard Stella, 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. Planning & Zoning Commission, July 13, 2000 b. Public Works & Planning Committee, May 18, 2000 c. Board of Adjustment, July 11, 2000 d. 9 -1 -1 Advisory Committee, June 7, 2000 e. 2000 Surplus Property Auction Report f. Recreation Services Committee, July 25, 2000 g. Parks & Recreation Commission, July 10, 2000 h. Transportation & Traffic Commission, August 10, 2000 Historic Preservation Commission, June 13, 2000 j. Finance Report for July 2000 ANNOUNCEMENTS BY TH E MAYOR REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 21, 2000 There were no announcements made by the Mayor at this time. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS Appointments to the Police Department: a. Amile "Lee" Holmes - Introductory Police Officer b. Patrick McCutchen - Introductory Police Officer A motion was made by Councilman Carol Blaney for approval of the appointments as presented, seconded by Councilman Charles Jackson and approved unanimously PUBLIC HEARINGS Gross Receipts Utility Tax for 2000 -2001 — Finance Director Steve Schlueter made a presentation explaining the current GRUT rates for the different utilities within the City. No one present wished to speak regarding the GRUT rate. 2000 -2001 Property Tax Levy — Finance Director Steve Schlueter made a presentation and explained the tax levy rates and gave current revenue projections based on the assessed valuation. He explained that the valuation may be changed by Cole County before the Council votes on the bill, and that he would inform them if any changes are made. No one present wished to speak regarding the proposed tax levy rate. 2000 -20001 City Budget — Finance Director Steve Schlueter explained that the budget is now in its tentative format, and that final meetings are being held to finalize the budget before the Council votes on it. The following persons present spoke regarding the budget: Joseph Alonzo, 4245 Ventura Court, a member of the Jefferson City Fire Department, urged Council to consider the concerns of members of his Department regarding (1) manpower levels and (2) insurance and pay rate. Robert Clark, 603 Scott Valley Court, a member of the Jefferson City Police Department, stated that he believes employees are "scared" because of projected cost increases for health care benefits. Following the above statements, Councilman Larry Vincent stated that the Council is very aware and sensitive to the concerns of employees regarding these issues and are doing everything they possibly can to make the best decisions for both the citizens of Jefferson REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 21, 2000 City and the city employees. He stated that a recent salary survey had been done, and stated he would like to invite the person who conducted the survey to attend the next Finance Committee meeting and make a presentation. BILLS INTRODUCED Bill 2000 -54, sponsored by Councilman Landwehr, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE PLATOFASHTEN HILLS SUBDIVISION, ASUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. Councilman John Landwehr requested that the rules be suspended on Bill 2000 -54 and that it be placed on final passage so that the project can move forward without further delays. There were no objections to the request for suspension of the rules. Bill 2000 -54 was then read second and third times by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13096: Aye: Angle, Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Olsen, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 2000 -55, sponsored by Councilman Landwehr, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE REPLAT OF LOTS 133, 134, 135 AND 136 OF DEL CERRO SUBDIVISION, SECTION FIVE, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. Bill 2000 -56, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 8 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, PERTAINING TO BUILDING AND NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION AND CONSERVATION AND FURTHER REGULATING THE DEMOLITION OF BUILDINGS TO PROVIDE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR PRESERVATION. Bill 2000 -57, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH COLE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT FOR PAYMENT OF CHILD CARE FACILITY INSPECTIONS. Bill 2000 -58, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled: REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 21, 2000 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ADOPTING A BUDGET AND PERSONNEL CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR THE CITY FOR THE PERIOD OF NOVEMBER 1, 2000, TO OCTOBER 31, 2001, 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 2000 -59, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO A SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR PEDESTRIAN /BICYCLE FACILITIES. Bill 2000 -60, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, 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 2000. BILLS PENDING Bill 2000 -46, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE 1999 -2000 BUDGET PERTAINING TO POSITIONS WITHIN THE ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT. Bill 2000 -46 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13097: Aye: Angle, Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Olsen, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 2000 -47, sponsored by Councilmen Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Vogel, Stella, Olsen, Weber, Angle, Vincent and Blaney, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION ON A REVENUE BOND QUESTION IN THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI. Bill 2000 -47 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13098: Aye: Angle, Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Olsen, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 21, 2000 Weber Nay: None Bill 2000 -48, sponsored by Councilman Landwehr, 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 516 EAST DUNKLIN STREET FROM RS -4, SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL AND RD, TWO FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO C -O, OFFICE COMMERCIAL. Following a discussion, Bill 2000 -48 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and defeated by the following vote: Aye: None Nay: Angle, Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Olsen, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Bill 2000 -49, sponsored by Councilmen Jackson and Vincent, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH MUENKS BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. FOR THE ASHTEN HILLS STORMWATER DETENTION BASIN. Bill 2000 -49 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13099: Aye: Angle, Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Olsen, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 2000 -50, sponsored by Councilman Blaney, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AMENDMENT NUMBER 2 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI HIGHWAYAND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR AN OPERATING ASSISTANCE GRANT. Bill 2000 -50 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13100: Aye: Angle, Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Olsen, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 21, 2000 Weber Nay: None Bill 2000 -51, sponsored by Councilman Jackson, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH ROBERT F. AND JOAN H. KAUFFMAN FOR THE ACQUISITION OF REAL ESTATE. Bill 2000 -51 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13101: Aye: Angle, Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Olsen, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 2000 -52, sponsored by Councilman Jackson, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH CAPITAL CITY INDUSTRIAL CORPORATION FOR THE ACQUISITION OF REAL ESTATE. Bill 2000 -52 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13102: Aye: Angle, Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Olsen, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 2000 -53, sponsored by Councilman Angle, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING, CHAPTER 19 (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), ARTICLE IV (VEHICLE OPERATION GENERALLY) OF THE CODE OF CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY REPEALING SECTION 19 -125 AND ENACTING A NEW SECTION 19 -125 IN LIEU THEREOF PERTAINING TO DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED OR REVOKED. Bill 2000 -53 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13103: Aye: Angle, Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Olsen, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 21, 2000 RESOLUTIONS RS2000 -8 – Authorizing Application to Missouri State Revolving Fund for Wastewater System Improvements Project (Angle, Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Olsen, Stella, Vincent, Vogel, and Weber). A motion was made by Councilman Larry Vincent for adoption, seconded by Councilman Charles Jackson, and approved unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Scheduling Special Council Meeting — The Council set a Special Council Meeting to be held at 12:00 noon on Monday, August 28, in the Upper Level Conference Room at City Hall. Councilman Nelson asked for a status report on the issue of bus shelters and /or benches which was discussed at the August 7 Council meeting. Public Works Director Marty Brose stated that he has been in contact with the State Highway Department as well as some nonprofit organizations which may be interested in helping. UNFINISH ED BUSIN ESS Councilman Larry Vincent made comments regarding recent events surrounding the Jefferson City Hockey Club. He stated that he supports the decisions made by the Park Board and encouraged citizens to support them as well to promote inclusion rather than competitiveness within the hockey program. Councilman Steve Nelson requested that City CounselorAllen Garner explain the Council's authority over the Park Board, to which Mr. Garner replied that Council does not have any oversight of the Park Board programs. COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS There were no Council Liaison reports given at this time. GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION A motion was made by Councilman Charles Jackson that the Council go into Executive Session at this time to discuss matters pertaining to real estate, litigation and personnel. Motion was seconded by Councilman Carol Blaney, and approved unanimously at 7:10 P.M. by the following roll -call vote: Aye: Angle, Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Olsen, Stella, Vincent, Vogel, and Weber REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 21, 2000 Nay: None