HomeMy Public PortalAbout20000207REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 7, 2000
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Council Meeting of February 7, 2000, was convened at 6:00 P.M. by Mayor
Tom Rackers.
Prayer was offered by Councilman Steve Nelson, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CAL
The following Council Members were present for the roll call:
Present: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent,
and Vogel
Absent: Weber
A quorum was declared present.
Mayor Tom Rackers recognized members of Girl Scout Troop 576, St. Francis Xavier
school, who are attending the meeting. Mayor Rackers noted that the leader of the troop
is the daughter of Councilman Carl Jaynes, and one of the Girl Scouts is the granddaughter
of Councilman Jaynes.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Rezoning approximately .91 acres on the southwesterly portion of 1 3.2 acre tract of land
addressed 2509 W. Main from M -2 (General Industrial) to RS -3 (Single Family Residential)
— Charles Lansford, Interim Director of Planning & Code Enforcement, made a
presentation detailing the background of the request for rezoning and showing the affected
areas. Following his presentation, no one present requested to speak in favor of, or
opposition to, the proposed rezoning. Mayor Tom Rackers declared the public hearing
concluded.
Rezoning 2.34 acres in Hickey's Subdivision (also known as Romar Place) located in the
southeast side of Monroe Street, and addressed 1331 Monroe, from RD Two Family
Residential to C -2 (General Commercial) — Charles Lansford, Interim Director of Planning
& Code Enforcement, made a presentation detailing the background of the request for
rezoning and showing the affected areas. Following his presentation, no one present
requested to speak in favor of, or opposition to, the proposed rezoning. Mayor Tom Rackers
declared the public hearing concluded.
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PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF AND CONSULTANTS
Mike Berendzen - Planning & Zoning Commission, made a presentation regarding the
Commission's functions. He explained the process by which citizens may submit a request
for rezoning. Councilman John Landwehr asked Mr. Berendzen to explain the process for
changing the Comprehensive Plan. He asked if media personnel would consider publicizing
the changes so citizens who have questions about them at the February 10 public hearing.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were presented for approval on the Consent Agenda:
a. Minutes of January 18, 2000, City Council Meeting
b. Bid 1859 - Material Spreaders, Public Works
c. Authorizing Amendment No. 1 to Contract with Sverdrup Civil for Walnut
Street Pump Station Project
Authorizing Conditional Use for Retaining Wall at Lot 8, Southgate
Subdivision
A motion was made by Councilman Charles Jackson for approval of the Consent Agenda
as presented, seconded by Councilman Carl Jaynes 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. Housing Authority Audit Report
b. Parks & Recreation Commission, December 13, 1999
c. Planning & Zoning Commission, December 9, 1999
d. Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, December 21, 1999
e. Firefighters' Retirement System, December 9, 1999
f. Historic Preservation Commission, November30, 1999, and Special Meeting,
December 14, 1999
g.
JCCC Redevelopment Subcommittee, December 7, 1999
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ANNOUNCEMENTS BY TH
E MAYOR
Awarding "Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting" to City Finance
Department -- Mayor Tom Rackers presented the award to Finance Director Steve
Schlueter who accepted the award on behalf of the Finance Department.
MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Tom Rackers recommended the following appointment for Council approval:
Appointments recommended on January 18, 2000
Board
Term
Years
Person
Type
Ward
Term
Expires
Term
Status
Parks and Recreation
3
Karl Staub
Reg
1
May 2002
Full
Parks and Recreation
3
Steve Rollins
Reg
4
May 2002
Reappt
Parks and Recreation
3
Ken Theroff
Reg
3
May 2002
Reappt
Environ Quality
5
Shirley Powers
Reg
3
Nov 2004
Reappt
Historic Preservation
3
Dottie Dallmeyer
Reg
1
Dec 2002
Reappt
Historic Preservation
3
Steve Veile
Reg
3
Dec 2002
Reappt
Historic Preservation
3
Mary Kinstler
Reg
3
Dec 2002
Reappt
Cable Quality
3
William Voight
Reg
3
Jun 2002
Reappt
Electrical
3
Doug Howerton
Reg
3
Jan 2003
Reappt
Transportation and
Traffic
3
Mark Allen
Reg
3
Jun 2002
Reappt
Transportation and
Traffic
3
Don James
Reg
1
June 2002
Reappt
Planning and Zoning
4
Dave Nunn
Reg
3
May 2003
Reappt
Firefighters
Retirement
3
Claire West
Reg
Aug 2002
Reappt
Plumbing
3
Jim Luetkemeyer
Reg
4
Dec 2002
Reappt
A motion was made by Councilman Charles Jackson for approval of the appointments as
presented, motion was seconded by Councilman Carol Blaney, and approved unanimously.
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BILLS INTRODUCED
Bill 99 -110, sponsored by Councilman Nilges, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH CHARITON
VALLEY /TRI STAR COMMUNICATIONS FOR RADIO MAINTENANCE.
Bill 99 -111, 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 LOTS 6 AND 7 JULMAR SUBDIVISION,
SECTION TWO FROM PUD, PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT TO C -O, OFFICE
COMMERCIAL.
Bill 99 -112, sponsored by Councilman Nilges, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH CAPITOL
INSTALLER'S FOR OVERHEAD DOOR REPLACEMENT AT FIRE STATIONS 3 AND 4.
Bill 99 -113, sponsored by Councilman Jackson, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE INTERSECTION
OF CITY VIEW DRIVE AND ROUTE 50/63.
Bill 99 -114, sponsored by Councilman Jaynes, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE
REPLAT OF LOT 2 OF THREE L'S SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON.
Bill 99 -115, sponsored by Councilman Nilges, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 12679, THE 1999 -2000 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY
RECLASSIFYING POSITIONS WITHIN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT.
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Bill 99 -116, sponsored by Councilmen Landwehr, Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Nelson, Nilges,
Stella, Vincent, Vogel, and Weber, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 2
OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, PERTAINING TO
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR IN RESPECT TO DEPARTMENTS
OF THE CITY.
BILLS PENDING
Bill 99 -103, sponsored by Councilman Landwehr, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI
HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORTATION
ENHANCEMENT FUNDS FOR SIDEWALKS.
Bill 99 -103 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 13019:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, and
Vogel
Nay: None
Bill 99 -104, sponsored by Councilman Jackson, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH MEYER ELECTRIC
COMPANY, INC. FOR DOWNTOWN LIGHTING - PHASE 2 IMPROVEMENTS.
Bill 99 -104 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 13020:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, and
Vogel
Nay: None
Bill 99 -105, sponsored by Councilman Jaynes, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 8 -88
(ORDER OF REPAIR OR DEMOLITION), SUBPARAGRAPH (B), OF THE CODE OF THE
CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, PERTAINING TO DEMOLITION OF DANGEROUS
STRUCTURES WITHIN THE CITY.
Bill 99 -105 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
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vote as Ordinance 13021:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, and
Vogel
Nay: None
Bill 99 -106, sponsored by Councilman Nilges, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A PARKING OPTION WITH HOTEL
GOVERNOR OF JEFFERSON CITY L.L.P. FOR THE HOTEL GOVERNOR PROJECT.
Bill 99 -106 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 13022:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, and
Vogel
Nay: None
Bill 99 -107, sponsored by Councilman Stella, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH LINCOLN UNIVERSITY
FOR OPERATION AND MANAGEMENT OF A PUBLIC ACCESS CHANNEL.
Bill 99 -107 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 13023:
Aye: Blaney, Jaynes, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, and Vogel
Nay: None
Abstain: Jackson
Bill 99 -108, sponsored by Councilman Stella, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A FRANCHISE RENEWAL AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF JEFFERSON AND AT &T FOR CABLE TELEVISION.
Councilman Stella requested that Bill 99 -108 be placed on the Informal Calendar at this
time. Councilman Leonard Stella then made a motion that the terms of the current franchise
agreement with AT &T be extended for an additional two months, through April 1, 2000.
Motion was seconded by Councilman Charles Jackson approved unanimously
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Bill 99 -109, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH ACCUTIME
CORPORATION FOR PARKING GARAGE IMPROVEMENTS.
Bill 99 -109 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 13024:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, and
Vogel
Nay: None
RESOLUTIONS
RS99 -15 — Concluding the proposal process Regarding a Convention Center (Blaney,
Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, Vogel, Weber). A discussion
was held, in which Councilman Larry Vincent suggested a "wrap -up" work session be held
with the Chamber, the Convention & Visitor's Bureau, and other interested parties, to
discuss where the city should go from here in its pursuit of a convention center. Following
the discussion, a motion was made by Councilman Charles Jackson for adoption of
Resolution RS99 -15, seconded by Councilman Steve Nelson approved unanimously
NEW BUSINESS
Councilman Rick Nilges asked City Counselor Allen Garner to explain the process that will
be followed for the February 8 Board of Adjustment meeting in determining whether United
Water Missouri will be granted permission to build a water tower on Southwest Boulevard.
Mr. Garner stated that if anyone considers their interest to be "aggrieved" by the Board's
decision, the next step would be to go directly to Circuit Court.
Councilman Steve Nelson mentioned that the City Council had received a letter from the
local NAACP stating an interest in changing the name of a portion of Lafayette to Martin
Luther King Avenue. Councilman Nelson asked City Counselor Allen Garner to explain
the procedure for changing a street name, to which Mr. Garner replied that it, according to
Chapter 32 of the City Code, such changes can be accomplished either by petition of
affected property owners or by ordinance of the Council.
UNFINISH
ED BUSINESS
Councilman Charles Jackson made comments regarding Bill 99 -104 and his concerns that
only one firm bid on the job. He stated that the process by which such bids are solicited
should be looked into.
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COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
Councilman Larry Vincent announced that an Environmental Services Committee meeting
will be held on Tuesday, February 15 at 5:15 P.M. in the upper level conference room of
City Hall.
APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES
a. January 3, 2000 Executive Session
b. January 18, 2000 Executive Session
A motion was made by Councilman Rick Nilges for approval of the Executive Session
minutes as presented, seconded by Councilman Carl Jaynes approved unanimously.
GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
A motion was made by Councilman Steve Nelson 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 Larry Vincent, and approved by the following roll -call
vote at 6:50 P.M.
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, and
Vogel
Nay: None