HomeMy Public PortalAbout20000320REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 20, 2000
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Council Meeting of March 20, 2000, was convened at 6:00 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, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, Vogel,
and Weber
Absent: Jaynes
A quorum was declared present.
PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY
Mr. Rodney Jordan, announced that the April 13 meeting of the Central East Side
Neighborhood Association (CESNA) has been changed to April 12, and requested an
RSVP to Joan Benke (636 -5509) or Sally Morrow (636 -2652) for persons wishing to attend.
The meeting will be held at 7:00 PM at Pleus Hall, Immaculate Conception Church, 1206
E. McCarty Street. Refreshments will be served. Mr. Jordan also announced that Mr.
Michael Wymbs had asked questions to the Council at the March 6 meeting, and requested
that the answers to those questions be delivered at the April 12 CESNA meeting.
Melva Fast, City Grants Coordinator, made a presentation regarding World Changers
Housing Project. Jefferson City is going to be a host city for the project the third week in
July, and over 300 youth and adults will be in both the City and the County performing
housing rehabilitation for that week. The City has been asked to locate 15 homes in need
of repair for this project. It is a cooperative project effort with Habitat for Humanity.
Following Ms. Fast's presentation, she introduced Mr. Hewitt Strobel, from Russellville,
who is the project coordinator.
Mr. Strobel made a presentation giving the background of World Changers. He thanked
Councilman Bob Weber for his help in locating homes to include in the project. He said no
city or county funds will be used, but that local banks work together to help fund the
projects. If anyone is interested in volunteering time or resources for this project, they can
contact Mr. Strobel by calling 573 - 782 -3314 or 573 - 338 -0837.
Mr. Joe Wilson, 422 Oberman Place, made a presentation regarding a television show
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pertaining to animals which he hosts. The show is broadcast on the local cable access
channel, JCTV, channel 3.
PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF AND CONSULTANTS
Mr. Garry Taylor, Regional Planning Commission Executive Director, made a presentation
regarding the purpose, duties, and funding of activities of the Commission. He stated that
Mid Missouri is the 18th Commission to be activated within the state of Missouri. He
explained the work plan which includes the Transportation Advisory Council.
Mr. Bob Jones, Presiding Commissioner of Cole County also stressed the importance of
the Commission in addressing issues that affect citizens residing in both the city and the
county. He stated that the dues structure is 30¢ per capita, which would be about $10,800
annually for the City of Jefferson. Mr. Jones answered questions of Council Members
following his presentation.
Mr. Shawn Ordway, 1312 Dogwood Drive, Chairman of the Board of Adjustment. He
commended the Council for allowing these type of presentations as a pro- active way to
keep an open line of communication with the community. He explained the duties and
organization of the Board of Adjustment.
Mr. Jim Crabtree, Environmental Quality Commission, made a presentation about the
Commission's purpose and functions within the community. He told of some of the
Commission's recent accomplishments, and some of their goals for the future. Following Mr.
Crabtree's presentation, Mayor Tom Rackers expressed, on behalf of the City Council, his
appreciation for the time and effort Mr. Crabtree and the other Commission members
devote for the betterment of Jefferson City.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were presented for approval on the Consent Agenda:
a. Minutes of March 6, 2000 City Council Meeting
b. Authorizing Permissive Use for Right -of -Way at 422 Monroe Street (Monroe
Plaza Hotel)
c. Authorizing Extension of Billing Service Contract with United Water Missouri
A motion was made by Councilman Rick Nilges for approval of the Consent Agenda,
seconded by Councilman Larry Vincent, and approved unanimously
MINUTES AND REPORTS RECEIVED & FILED
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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. February, 2000, Finance Report
b. Planning & Zoning Commission, Feb. 10, 2000
c. Heinrichs Estate Report for 1999
d. Board of Adjustment, Feb. 8, 2000
e. Public Works & Planning Committee, Feb. 24, 2000
f. Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, Feb. 16, 2000
g. Jefferson City Census 2000 Complete Count Committee, Feb. 4, 2000
MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Tom Rackers made the following recommendations for appointment for Council
approval:
H. Appointments to Police Department
1. Charles Randall, Police Officer
2. Charles Greatsinger, Police Officer
3. Jeffrey Tucker, Police Officer
4. Mitchell Volkart, Police Officer
5. Shawn Gerstner, Telecommunications Operator
Appointments to Boards and Commissions
Board
Term
Year
s
Person
Type
Ward
Term
Expires
Term
Status
Planning and
Zoning
4
Richard Koon
Reg
5 -2003
Alt
Industrial Dev
Auth
6
Larry Schepers
Reg
5 -2006
Reappt
Industrial Dev
Auth
6
Mike Downing
Reg
5 -2006
Reappt
Tax Increment
Fin
4
Rick Hutcherson
Reg
4 -2004
Reappt
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Parks &
3
Bob Ferris
Reg
4
5 -2003
Reappt
Recreation
Library Board
3
Arnold Parks
Reg
4
3 -2003
Reappt
A motion was made by Councilman Charles Jackson to approve the recommended
appointments, motion was seconded by Councilman Steve Nelson, and approved
unanimously.
Police Chief Roger Schroeder introduced newly appointed Officers Tucker, Greatsinger and
Volkart, who were in attendance at the meeting.
MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Tom Rackers made an announcement pertaining to the 2000 Census. He stated the
City has the City has accepted the "Ninety Plus Five" challenge, which is intended to
encourage citizen participation and urging them to mail back their completed Census 2000
forms. He told about the federal funding and programs which would be available if citizens
participate.
BILLS INTRODUCED
Bill 99 -130, 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 22, 23, 30 AND 31 OF JONES ADDITION;
ADDRESSED 625, 627, 624 AND 626 VIRGINIA STREET, FROM RD, TWO FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL TO C -2, GENERAL COMMERCIAL.
Bill 99 -131, 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 .46 OF AN ACRE ON THE NORTHEASTERLY SIDE OF LOT 3 OF JOCO SUBDIVISION;
ADDRESSED 323 MIDLAND DRIVE, FROM POLICE CHIEF ROGER SCHROEDER -2, SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL TO C -2, GENERAL COMMERCIAL.
Bill 99 -132, sponsored by Councilman Nilges, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 12 -15 OF
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CHAPTER 12 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON PERTAINING TO PRIMARY
ELECTIONS.
There was a lengthy discussion about this bill to ask questions about different ballot
situations to determine how a citizen would vote in these different situations.
Bill 99 -133, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE: OF THE: CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING ORDINANCE
12679, THE 1999 -2000 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY ADDING
A POSITION WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION.
Bill 99 -134, 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.
Bill 99 -135, sponsored by Councilman Nilges, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH OMNIPOINT FOR
CELLULAR COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES LOCATED AT FIRE STATION #3.
There were several questions asked about this bill pertaining to specifics of the tower, the
location, aesthetics, etc. Councilman John Landwehr stated it would be helpful to get
something in writing stating that the F.A.A. has "so ruled" that the company is not required
to stripe or light the tower.
BILLS PENDING
Bill 99 -125, sponsored by Councilman Jaynes, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND
APPROVING THE PLAT OF SMITH PLACE ADDITION THREE, A SUBDIVISION OF THE
CITY OF JEFFERSON.
Bill 99 -125 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 13039:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and
Weber
Nay: None
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Bill 99 -126, sponsored by Councilman Blaney, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A GRANT AGREEMENT WITH COLE COUNTY
SPECIAL SERVICES FOR TRANSPORTATION SERVICES FOR THE
DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED.
Bill 99 -126 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 13040:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and
Weber
Nay: None
Bill 99 -127, sponsored by Councilman Jackson & Weber, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH INSITUFORM
TECHNOLOGIES USA, INC. FOR THE 2000 STORMWATER RELINING PROJECT.
Bill 99 -127 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 13041:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and
Weber
Nay: None
Bill 99 -128, sponsored by Councilman Jackson & Jaynes, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, RELINQUISHING CERTAIN
SANITARY SEWER EASEMENTS WITHIN THE CITY.
Bill 99 -128 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 13042:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and
Weber
Nay: None
Bill 99 -129, sponsored by Councilman Jackson & Nilges, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING
ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FOR THE PURPOSES OF ACQUIRING RIGHT -
OF-WAY TO CONNECT ROADWAYS AND TO EXTEND UTILITIES INCLUDING THE USE
OF THE POWER OF EMINENT DOMAIN.
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Councilman Jackson made a motion to accept the substitute for Bill 99 -129 which was
distributed in the previous Council packet, motion was seconded by Councilman Rick
Nilges and approved unanimously. Bill 99 -129 was read then third time by title, placed on
final passage and passed, as substituted, by the following vote as Ordinance 13043:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, Vogel and Weber
Nay: Nelson
INFORMAL CALENDAR
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 Leonard Stella requested that Bill 99 -108 remain on the Informal Calendar,
where it dies at this time.
Bill 99 -122, sponsored by Councilman Blaney, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 19 -401
(STREETS AND HIGHWAYS), SCHEDULE (S), (LOADING ZONES), SCHEDULE (V),
(HANDICAPPED PARKING SPACES), AND SCHEDULE (J) (PARKING PROHIBITED), OF THE
CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, BY THE ADDITION OF PORTIONS OF HOUGH PARK
STREET.
Councilman Carol Blaney requested that Bill 99 -122 be removed from the Informal
Calendar at this time and placed on final passage. A motion was made by Councilman
Carol Blaney to accept the substitute to Bill 99 -122 which was previously distributed in the
Council packet, seconded by Councilman Charles Jackson approved unanimously. Bill
99 -122 was then read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed, as
substituted, by the following vote as Ordinance 13044:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, and Vogel
Nay: None
Abstained: Weber
RESOLUTIONS
RS99 -17 — Authorizing Mayor to Pursue Activities to Secure Funding for CDBG (Stella).
A motion was made by Councilman Leonard Stella, seconded by Councilman Charles
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Jackson and approved unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
Councilman Charles Jackson thanked City Counselor Allen Garner for his work with the
cable company to get cable service at the dialysis clinic on Boggs Creek Road at no
additional charge.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Councilman Rick Nilges thanked Finance Director Steve Schlueter for the quarterly
financial update which he provided to the Council. He asked Mr. Schlueter to inform the
Council what the status of the sales tax revenues are for the City. Mr. Schlueter stated that
for the first five months, the City is $31,000 over the projected budget.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
Councilman Larry Vincent requested that Charles Lansford, Interim Director of Planning &
Code Enforcement give an update on the recycling bins which will be placed around the
City for newspaper, cardboard, and magazines. Mr. Lansford stated that the project is
coming along very well. Delivery of the first four of the six containers occurred last week,
and the other two are expected this week. He stated the earliest that the program could
start would be March 27, depending on a few other final details.
Councilman Charles Jackson announced a Public Works & Planning Committee meeting
for Thursday, March 23.
APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES
a. March 6, 2000 Executive Session
A motion was made by Councilman Charles Jackson for approval of the Executive Session
minutes as presented, seconded by Councilman Steve Nelson and approved unanimously.
GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
A motion was made by Councilman Larry Vincent 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 Rick Nilges, and approved by the following roll -call
vote at 7:35 P.M.
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges, Stella, Vincent, Vogel, and
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Weber
Nay: None