HomeMy Public PortalAbout20010305REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 5, 2001
CALL TO ORDER
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The Regular Council Meeting of March 5, 2001, 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.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Rezoning end portions of 1425 Sunset Lake Road from RS -2 (Single Family Residential)
to RA -1 (Multiple Family Residential) — Janice McMillan made a staff presentation outlining
the details of the request for rezoning. Following Ms. McMillan's presentation, the following
persons spoke on the topic:
In favor
Mr. Mike Bates, Central Missouri Professional Services, 522 Boonville Road,
spoke in favor of the proposed rezoning and gave information about the
planned use of the property if the rezoning if granted.
Mr. Tony Adrian, 1113 Woodland, spoke on behalf of his parents who are
the owners of the property, and urged the Council to grant the requested
rezoning.
In opposition
Mr. Robert Kraus 417 Highland Way, spoke in opposition to the proposed
rezoning on behalf of his parents who reside at 1438 Sunset Lake Road, as
well as the Kroeger family at 1434 Sunset Lake Road. Following his
presentation, he asked members of the gallery who oppose the rezoning to
stand. Eleven persons stood.
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Mr. Arthur Warren, 1442 Sunset Lake Road, spoke in opposition to the
rezoning. He stated the proposed multi - family dwellings would block the view
of the lake.
Councilman Bob Weber stated his position of opposition to the proposed rezoning, and
suggested that the city look into the possibility of purchasing the property to use as Parks
property.
PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY
Mr. Steve Veile introduced architect George Dickie, and gave a presentation of proposed
alternatives to the proposed rezoning and possible demolition of property located at 1100
W. Main (also known as the "Cook House "). Mr. Dickie stated that he had met with the
Board of the Heisinger Lutheran Home, and that he will meet with the architect
commissioned to the project the following day to talk with them about various alternatives.
Both Mr. Veile and Mr. Dickie stated that the Lutheran Home personnel have been very
cooperative and open about discussing alternatives for the project. The next Lutheran
Home Board meeting is scheduled for March 19.
Mr. Doug Crews, Columbia Press Corps, made a presentation regarding the Sunshine
Law. Following Mr. Crews presentation, Council Members asked him several questions.
Council Members also questioned City Clerk Phyllis Powell regarding the city's method of
posting and notifying media of city meetings in accordance with the Sunshine Law.
Following the discussion, Councilman John Landwehrsuggested another Council workshop
on the issue of Sunshine Law compliance, but that it would be better to wait until the current
state legislative session has ended because they are looking at some proposed changes
to the Sunshine Law.
Mr. Ron Bowman, 714 Washington, stated that he felt spot zoning was an ongoing
problem in the City, and stated that he felt property owners do not receive proper
notification regarding usage of properties which may affect them.
PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS
Mr. Hewitt Strobel of World Changers, made a presentation and distributed a handout
about the WC organization and what it had done in Jefferson City in the past year. He
stated they will be performing the same kind of work this year in an effort to both work with
youth and help citizens who need repairs to their homes. Mayor Tom Rackers commended
Mr. Strobel and the World Changes for their positive influence and expressed appreciation
for the work done by the organization on behalf of citizens who benefit from it.
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CONSENT AGENDA
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Mayor Tom Rackers left the Council Chambers at this point in the meeting due to a conflict
of interest, and President Pro Tempore Steve Nelson assumed the Chair.
a. Minutes of February 19, 2001, City Council Meeting
b. Bid 1918 - Parking Enforcement Vehicle, Public Works Dept.
c. Authorizing Permissive Use of right -of -way at 325 State Street (Sprint
Communications Company)
Councilman Cliff Olsen requested that Item (b) be removed from the Consent Agenda for
separate consideration. Councilman Larry Vincent made a motion to approve items (a) and
(c) as presented. Motion was seconded by Councilman Bob Weber, and approved
unanimously.
Item (b): Councilman Larry Vincent made a motion that, because of the requested addition
of air conditioning in the parking enforcement vehicle after the bid was awarded, that this
item be sent back to staff and that it be brought back to the Council. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Bob Weber. Following discussion, in which staff indicated they
would prefer that Council approve the bid tonight for the vehicle without air conditioning as
originally bid, Councilman Vincent withdrew his motion and Councilman Weber withdrew
his second. A motion was made by was then made by Councilman Olsen to approve item
(b) without the air conditioning, motion was seconded by Councilman Edith Vogel, and
approved with Councilmen Vincent and Weber voting "Nay."
Mayor Tom Rackers resumed the Chair at this point, and indicated that a Boy Scout troop
had just entered the Council Chambers. Mayor Rackers requested the troop leader(s) to
introduce the group. Mr. Don Cobb and Karen Burgess introduced members of Troop 5 from
the Central United Church of Christ who are attending the meeting to earn their Citizenship
In The Community badge. Mr. Cobb stated that this troop has been in existence for
approximately 80 years.
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 Works & Planning Committee, January 18, 2001
Resubmission of Corrected Minutes by Planning & Zoning Commission,
December 14, 2000
c. Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, January 17, 2001
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Cable Quality Commission, June 15, 2000
e. Parks & Recreation Commission, December 11, 2000
f. Recreation Services Committee Work Session, February 1, 2001
g. Board of Electrical Examiners & Review, September 28, 2000
h. Plumbing Board of Review & Examiners, April 17, 2000, and July 12, 2000
January 2001 Financial Report
ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE MAYOR
Mayor Tom Rackers announced that the City's Finance Department has been awarded the
Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for Comprehensive Annual
Financial Report for Fiscal Year Ended October 31, 1999. Mayor Rackers stated that this
is the fourth year in a row that the City has received this distinctive award, and presented
a plaque to Finance Director Steve Schlueter. Mr. Schlueter introduced Phyllis Gilpin, Chief
Accountant, the person chiefly responsible for the work which won the award. Both Mr.
Schlueter and Ms. Gilpin were commended by the Mayor and City Council.
BILLS INTRODUCED
Bill 2000 -128, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH ASSOCIATED DOOR
COMPANY FOR GARAGE DOOR REPLACEMENT AT THE WATER POLLUTION
CONTROL PLANT.
Councilman Larry Vincent made a motion to amend the bill by executing a contract with
Dulle Overhead Door instead of Associated Door Company. Motion was seconded by
Councilman Carol Blaney. Following discussion, which included a request from Councilman
Cliff Olsen for a written justification for the Council awarding the bid and contract to Dulle,
Councilman Vincent withdrew his motion, and Councilman Blaney withdrew her second.
Councilman Vincent stated that he would be making the motion again at the March 19
meeting.
Bill 2000 -129, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH NOLAN
ENTERPRISES FOR CEMETERY MAINTENANCE.
Bill 2000 -130, sponsored by Councilman Blaney, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION
19 -401, (STREETS AND HIGHWAYS), SCHEDULE (N), (PARKING METER ZONES), OF
THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, BY THE ADDITION AND DELETION OF
CERTAIN LOCATIONS ON CAPITOL AVENUE, JEFFERSON STREET, MADISON
STREET, HIGH STREET, AND CITY PARKING LOTS 1, 2, 3, 8, 10, 11, AND 13.
Councilman Cliff Olsen suggested that the Council consider a work session in the future to
discuss the possibility of doing away with parking meters in the downtown area and look at
other methods of enforcing parking. Public Works Director Marty Brose was asked by
Councilman Leonard Stella to provide a report to the Council of the amount netted from the
$200,000 annual gross revenue the city receives from these parking meters. A discussion
ensued about parking enforcement methods. City Administrator Rich Mays reminded the
Council that the parking revenue bonds are affected by having parking meter revenue.
Bill 2000 -131, sponsored by Councilman Blaney, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION
19 -401, (STREETS AND HIGHWAYS), SCHEDULE (N), (PARKING METER ZONES), AND
SECTION 22 -18 (METERED PARKING), PERTAINING TO METERED PARKING IN THE
DOWNTOWN AREA OF JEFFERSON CITY.
BILLS PENDING
Bill 2000 -121, 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 1100 WEST MAIN STREET FROM RS -1, SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL TO RA -2, MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL.
Councilman John Landwehr requested that Bill 2000 -121 be placed on the Informal
Calendar at this time.
Bill 2000 -122, sponsored by Councilman Landwehr, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND
APPROVING THE PLAT OF THE MADELINE'S PARK SUBDIVISION, ASUBDIVISION OF
THE CITY OF JEFFERSON.
Bill 2000 -122 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following vote as Ordinance 13166:
Aye: Angle, Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Olsen, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and
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Weber
Nay: None
Bill 2000 -123, sponsored by Councilmen Jackson & Olsen, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH BURNS &
MCDONNELL FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES TO UPDATE THE
CITY'S STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN.
Bill 2000 -122 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following vote as Ordinance 13167:
Aye: Angle, Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Olsen, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and
Weber
Nay: None
Bill 2000 -124, sponsored by Councilman Jackson, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH BILL YARNELL FOR
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES.
A motion was made by Councilman Charles Jackson to accept the substitute Bill 2000 -124
which was distributed in the March 2 Council Packets. Motion was seconded by Councilman
Larry Vincent, and approved unanimously. Substitute Bill 2000 -124 was then read third time
by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13167:
Aye: Angle, Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Olsen, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and
Weber
Nay: None
Bill 2000 -125, sponsored by Councilman Blaney, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, PROPOSING AN
AMENDMENT TO SECTION 8.2 NOMINATIONS, SECTION 3.6c COUNCIL VACANCY,
SECTION 6.6d CITY PROSECUTOR VACANCY AND SECTION 6.7(b)(3) MUNICIPAL
JUDGE VACANCY OF THE CHARTER TO PROVIDE FOR NON - PARTISAN ELECTIONS
AND AUTHORIZING A REFERENDUM ON THE PROPOSED CHANGES.
Councilman Blaney requested that Bill 2000 -125 be placed on the Informal Calendar at this
time.
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Bill 2000 -126, sponsored by Councilman Vogel, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, REPEALING SECTION 2-
69, CONDUCT OF CLOSED MEETINGS, OF CHAPTER 2 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY
OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AND ENACTING IN LIEU THEREOF A NEW SECTION 2 -69
PERTAINING TO THE SAME SUBJECT.
Councilman Edith Vogel stated that she wished to withdraw Bill 2000 -126 from
consideration at this time.
Bill 2000 -127, sponsored by Councilman Jackson, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH AMEREN UE FOR THE
CONVEYANCE OF REAL PROPERTY WITH CONDITIONS.
Councilman Charles Jackson requested that Bill 2000 -127 be placed on the Informal
Calendar at this time.
RESOLUTIONS
RS2000 -20 — Adopting 2000 Affirmative Action Plan. Councilman Charles Jackson stated
that he is not pleased with the city's record of minority hiring and expressed his hope that
the city will greatly improve in this area in the future. He also stated his concerns with some
of the language used in the report, and that he had relayed those concerns to Human
Resources Director Gail Strope, who was very sensitive to his concerns. Following Mr.
Jackson's comments, a motion was made by Councilman Larry Vincent for adoption of
RS2000 -20, seconded by Councilman Carol Blaney and approved.
NEW BUSINESS
Councilman Steve Nelson asked if the appropriate city board or commission could look at
the possibility of making the alley between Adams and Monroe a one -way going west.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
Councilman Larry Vincent stated that the March 13 Finance Committee meeting would have
to be rescheduled. After discussion, the meeting was rescheduled to 5:30 P.M., Tuesday,
March 20.
Councilman Carol Blaney announced a Pedestrian and Bicycle Committee meeting will be
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held 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, March 7, in the lower level conference room.
APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
The following minutes were presented to the Council for approval:
Closed Session January 16, 2001
Closed Session February 5, 2001
A motion was made by Councilman Charles Jackson for approval of the minutes as
presented, seconded by Councilman Carol Blaney, and approved unanimously.
ADJOURN
MENT
There being no further business to come before the Council at this time, a motion for
adjournment was made by Councilman Charles Jackson, seconded by Councilman Steve
Nelson, and approved unanimously at 8:10 P.M..