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Home My Public Portal About19991206REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 6, 1999 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Council Meeting of December 6, 1999, was convened at 7:30 P.M. by Mayor Tom Rackers. Prayer was offered by Councilman Edith Vogel, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CAL The following Council Members were present for the roll call: Present: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Absent: Jaynes and Nelson A quorum was declared present. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF AND CONSULTANTS Mr. Jack Curtit, Chairman of the Jefferson City Housing Authority, made a presentation regarding the Authority's progress in certain areas of the City, as well as a report on the status of the Campus View housing project. Bill Lockwood introduced James Burkes, City Forester, who made a presentation and report on status of the urban tree program in Jefferson City. Mr. Burkes has accepted a position in another city, and will be leaving Jefferson City soon, and commended the City Council for its proactive approach to managing the City's trees. Mayor Tom Rackers thanked Mr. Burkes for a job well done for the City during his tenure here and wished him well in his new position. Fire Chief Robert Rennick made a report on the status of the loss of water service due to a power outage and the United Water Missouri facility earlier in the day. CONSENT AGENDA The following items were presented for approval on the Consent Agenda: a. Minutes of November 15, 1999 City Council Meeting b. Bid 1852 - Veterinary Supplies, Planning & Code Enforcement c. Authorizing Acceptance of Missouri Highway & Transportation Commission REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 6, 1999 Agreement for Utility Easement (RENEWAL) Building Lease Agreement with Sho -Me Coaches, Inc. e. Authorizing Extension of Agreement for Economic Development Services in Conjunction with Partnerships 2000 Program f. Approval of 2000 Budget for Jefferson City Convention & Visitor's Bureau A motion was made by Councilman Rick Nilges to approve the Consent Agenda as presented, seconded by Councilman Charles Jackson, and approved unanimously. MINUTES AND REPORTS RECEIVED & FILED Mayor Tom Rackers announced that the following reports have been received and are on file for public viewing in the City Clerk's Office: a. Public Works & Planning Committee, November 15, 1999 b. Transportation & Traffic Commission, November 4, 1999 c. Planning & Zoning Commission, October 14, 1999 d. October, 1999 Financial Report ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE MAYOR There were no announcements made by the Mayor at this time. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS No appointments were brought before the Council at this time. BILLS INTRODUCED Bill 99 -88, sponsored by Councilman Jaynes, 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 LOT 100 OF THE GARDEN VIEW TERRACE SUBDIVISION SECTION FOUR ADDRESSED 1006 GENEVA STREET FROM RC, CONSERVATION DISTRICT TO RS -2, SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL. Bill 99 -89, sponsored by Councilman Jaynes, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, CHANGING, AMENDING, REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 6, 1999 AND MODIFYING THE ZONING MAP OF THE ZONING CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, BY REZONING THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF A 1.0 ACRE TRACT OF LAND LOCATED AT THE INTERSECTION OF ST. LOUIS ROAD AND EAST MCCARTY STREET; CURRENTLY ADDRESSED 1907 EAST MCCARTY STREET FROM RS -2, SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO C -4, PLANNED COMMERCIAL. Bill 99 -90, sponsored by Councilman Jaynes, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE PLAT OF JOCO SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. Bill 99 -91, sponsored by Councilman Blaney, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN OPERATING ASSISTANCE GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI HIGHWAY & TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR BUS SERVICE, INCLUDING A GRANT FOR SHO -ME COACH TO PROVIDE INTERCITY BUS SERVICE. BILLS PENDING Bill 99 -78, 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 99 -78 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 12996: Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 99 -79, 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 99 -79 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 12997: REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 6, 1999 Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 99 -80, sponsored by Councilman Landwehr, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH CAPITAL MAINSTREET, INC. FOR DOWNTOWN BEAUTIFICATION PLAN. Bill 99 -80 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 12998: Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 99 -81, sponsored by Councilman Blaney, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF THE TRANSFER OF WOODLAND CEMETERY TO THE CITY. Bill 99 -81 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 12999: Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 99 -82, sponsored by Councilman Jackson, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, DECLARING CERTAIN PROPERTY AS SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZING THE DISPOSAL OF SAID PROPERTY. Bill 99 -82 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13000: Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 99 -83, sponsored by Councilman Blaney, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, DECLARING CERTAIN PROPERTY AS SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZING THE DISPOSAL OF SAID PROPERTY. Bill 99 -83 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13001: REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 6, 1999 Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent and Vogel Nay: None Bill 99 -84, sponsored by Councilman Blaney, entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, SECTION 19 -401, (STREETS AND HIGHWAYS), SCHEDULE (J), (PARKING PROHIBITED), SUBPARAGRAPH (A), BY THE ADDITION OF A PORTION OF JACKSON STREET. Bill 99 -83 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 13002: Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and Weber Nay: None Bill 99 -85, sponsored by Councilman Jaynes, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 8 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, TO PROVIDE FOR THE LICENSING OF ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL. Councilman Leonard Stella requested that Bill 99 -85 be placed on the Informal Calendar at this time. Bill 99 -86, sponsored by Councilman Jackson & Vincent, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, VACATING AND DISCONTINUING A PORTION OF AN UNNAMED RIGHT -OF -WAY OF HICKEY'S SUBDIVISION, COMMONLY KNOWN AS ROMAR PLACE AND GRANTING A LICENSE TO UTILIZE CITY OWNED PROPERTY FOR CERTAIN PURPOSES. Councilman Larry Vincent requested that Bill 99 -86 be placed on the Informal Calendar at this time. NEW BUSINESS Councilman John Landwehr mentioned the hazardous highway conditions on East Highway 50 between Clark Avenue and Eastland Drive. He stated several accidents have occurred there, and requested that staff bring to the attention of the State Highway Department the need for barriers to be erected between the east and west bound lanes there. UNFINISH REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 6, 1999 ED BUSIN ESS Councilman Rick Nilges asked Fire Chief Robert Rennick to check into the blasting in the area of Edgewood and give a report on his findings. COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS Councilman Larry Vincent announced thatthe Environmental Services Committee meetings have been canceled until January. ADJOURN MENT There being no further business to come before the Council at this time, Councilman Charles Jackson made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Councilman Carol Blaney, and approved unanimously at 8:10 P.M.