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CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Council Meeting was convened on August 17, 1998, 7:30 by President Pro
Tempore John Landwehr in the absence of Mayor Duane Schreimann.
Prayer was offered by Councilman Steve Nelson, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
The following Council Members were present for roll call:
Present: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges, Stella
and Vincent
Absent: Haake
A quorum was declared present.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1998 -99 City Budget and Gross Receipts Utility Tax — Finance Director Robert Kenney
made a presentation regarding the city's current status within the budget process and
current rate of gross receipts utilities taxation. Following the presentation, no one present
spoke on this topic. President Pro Tempore John Landwehr declared the Public Hearing
concluded.
1998 -99 Property Tax Levy — Finance Director Robert Kenney made a presentation
explaining the city's proposed rate of taxation for 1998. Following the presentation, and a
brief discussion by City Council Members, no citizens requested to speak on this topic.
President Pro Tempore John Landwehr declared the Public Hearing concluded.
PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY
President Pro Tempore John Landwehr presented a proclamation to the American
Diabetes Association's Walk for Diabetes Day. Present to accept the proclamation were
Dan Reed, Trish Vincent and Christy Trimble from the American Diabetes Association.
Mr. Don Shinkle, President of the Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce, made a
presentation regarding the report submitted on the Downtown Revitalization Task Force.
Following his oral outline, he noted that the Task Force is requesting $15,000 from the City
in order to continue the efforts toward revitalization of the downtown area of Jefferson City
through July, 1999, at which time the necessary long -term funding will be available to
sustain future operations.
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Mr. Charles Kuensting, 412 Rt. T, spoke in opposition to Bill 98 -59 (restricting hours of
deliveries in residential areas). Mr. Kuensting is a driver for Central Dairy. Councilman
Charles Jackson stated that he plans to place Bill 98 -59 on the Informal Calendar so the
bill can be redrafted to address the concerns of citizens and businesses which have spoken
in opposition to the bill.
Mr. Dan Massie, 108 Clay Street, stated he had planned to speak in opposition to Bill 98-
59, but would withhold those statements until the bill is redrafted. Mr. Massie also spoke on
the issue of seating at bus stops on Missouri Blvd. He stated currently there is no
seating provided, which causes a hardship on the elderly and disabled. Councilman Carolyn
McDowell stated that the bus routing has been approved by the Traffic and Transportation
Commission and will be ready sometime in September. She stated some plans were under
way to add seating. City Administrator Rich Mays stated he would also have staff look into
Mr. Massie's concern.
Ms. Celeste Koon, 1017 Holly, made a presentation in favor of sidewalks in new
subdivisions.
Mr. Wallace McMullen, 2805 Mohawk Drive, spoke on behalf of the Sierra Club in favor of
sidewalks in new subdivisions.
City Administrator Rich Mays made a report on the issue of parking on Carter Street by
Helias students. Following Mr. Mays' report, Mr. Charles Michael, 1225 Carter Street,
spoke on the topic, and requested that parking be allowed on Stadium and that sidewalks
be added so the students would park there. Following discussion on the topic, Councilman
Larry Vincent suggested that the matter be referred to the Public Works and Planning
Committee meeting scheduled for August 27.
Ms. Toni Prawl, 210 Lafayette St., spoke in favor of the Historic Preservation Ordinance
(Bill 98 -58).
Mr. Jerry Rosslan, 1213 Carter Street, made a presentation regarding the issue of parking
on Carter Street by Helias students. He stated he felt there was a real problem and stated
that he hoped the city would be able to do something to alleviate the problem.
Mr. Max Fisher, made a presentation regarding the Capital Mainstreet project, and
presented a petition signed by citizens favoring a left turn lane off High Street onto Madison,
and off Madison onto High Street. Petition was noted and received by the City Clerk.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were present for approval on the Consent Agenda:
a. Minutes of August 3, 1998, Regular City Council Meeting
b. RENEWAL - Proposal 1710, Audit Services, Finance Dept.& Firemen's
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Pension
c. Authorizing Amendment No. 1 to Public Transit Operating Agreement
A motion was made by Councilman Carl Jaynes for approval of the Consent Agenda as
presented, seconded by Councilman Charles Jackson and approved unanimously.
MINUTES AND REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
President Pro Tempore John Landwehr announced that the following reports and minutes
have been received and are on file in the City Clerk's Office:
a. Historic Preservation Commission, 6/23/98
b. Solid Waste Committee, 4/14/98
c. Finance Report, July 1998
d. Board of Adjustment, 7/14/98
e. Firefighter's Retirement System, 4/17/98
f. Public Works & Planning Committee, 7/23/98
g. Police Personnel Board, 7/23/98
MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS
President Pro Tempore John Landwehr announced the following appointments had been
recommended for approval by Mayor Duane Schreimann:
a. Probationary Police Telecommunications Operator - Blake Northway
A motion was made by Councilman Carolyn McDowell for approval, seconded by
Councilman Larry Vincent and approved unanimously.
MAYORAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
President Pro Tempore John Landwehr announced the following awards had been
presented and mailed to the recipients:
b. Commercial Landscape Award — Mid - Missouri Medical Foundation, 3400 W.
Truman Blvd.
c. Yard of the Month Award — Rick & Rhonda Griggs, 919 Banister
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BILLS INTRODUCED
Bill 98 -64, sponsored by Councilman Jaynes, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 35
OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, PERTAINING TO INDOOR
AMUSEMENT AND RECREATION ESTABLISHMENTS.
Councilman Jaynes requested that the rules be suspended and Bill 98 -64 placed on final
passage. There were no objections to the request for suspension of the rules. Bill 98 -64 was
then read second and third times by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the
following vote as Ordinance No. 12799:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges, Stella
and Vincent
Nay: None
Bill 98 -65, sponsored by Councilman Jaynes, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 35
OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, PERTAINING TO GOLF
DRIVING RANGE, MINIATURE GOLF COURSE AND PRACTICE PUTTING GREENS BY
ADDING THOSE ITEMS TO THE RURAL DISTRICT, CONDITIONAL USE SECTION.
Bill 98 -66, 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 APPROXIMATELY 87 ACRES OF LAND IN NORTH
JEFFERSON CITY, CALLAWAY COUNTY, IN THE SOUTHWEST PART OF SECTION 15
AND IN THE NORTHWEST PART OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 44, RANGE 11, FROM
RU RURAL TO M -1 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL.
Bill 98 -67, 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 APPROXIMATELY 5.90 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED ON
THE WEST SIDE OF THE 200 BLOCK OF CONSTITUTION DRIVE FROM RS -1 SINGLE
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL AND RA -1 MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO C -O OFFICE
COMMERCIAL.
Bill 98 -68, sponsored by Councilman Jaynes, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
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MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH J C INDUSTRIES, INC.
FOR DEMOLITION OF THE STRUCTURE AT 722 E. HIGH STREET.
Bill 98 -69, sponsored by Councilman McDowell, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH JEFFERSON
ASPHALT FOR RUNWAY RESURFACING.
Bill 98 -70, sponsored by Councilman McDowell, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CODE OF
THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, SECTION 19 -401, (STREETS AND HIGHWAYS), SCHEDULE
B (LEFT TURNS PROHIBITED; RIGHT TURNS PROHIBITED), SUBPARAGRAPH (A), BY
REMOVAL OF THE INTERSECTION AT HIGH STREET AND MADISON STREET.
Bill 98 -71, sponsored by Councilman McDowell, 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 REMOVAL OF PARKING ON A PORTION
OF THOMPSON STREET.
Bill 98 -72, sponsored by Councilmen Haake and Nelson, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH RICH AND
ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR PARKING IMPROVEMENTS CONSULTING ENGINEERING
SERVICES.
Bill 98 -73, sponsored by Councilmen Haake and Nelson, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH RICH AND
ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR PARKING IMPROVEMENTS CONSULTING ENGINEERING
SERVICES.
Bill 98 -74, sponsored by Councilman Nilges, 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 1998.
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Bill 98 -75, sponsored by Councilman Nilges, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ADOPTING A BUDGET
AND PERSONNEL CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR THE CITY FOR THE PERIOD OF
NOVEMBER 1, 1998, TO OCTOBER 31, 1999, AND APPROPRIATING MONEY IN THE
CITY TREASURY TO PAY THE COST OF OPERATING THE CITY GOVERNMENT
DURING THAT PERIOD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BUDGET.
BILLS PENDING
Bill 98 -52, sponsored by Councilman Nilges, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, REAFFIRMING THE
CURRENT ORDINANCE RELATING TO FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE BY MUNICIPAL
OFFICIALS AS CITED IN CHAPTER 2 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON,
MISSOURI.
Bill 98 -72 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 12789:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges, Stella
and Vincent
Nay: None
Bill 98 -53, sponsored by Councilman Landwehr, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 19-
401 (STREETS AND HIGHWAYS), SCHEDULE N(B) (PARKING METER ZONE, 1 HOUR
LIMIT), AND SCHEDULE N(A) (PARKING METER ZONE, 2 HOUR LIMIT) OF THE CODE
OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, PERTAINING TO LOCATIONS ON HIGH STREET.
Councilman John Landwehr moved that Substitute Bill 98 -53 which was distributed to
Council be accepted in the place of Bill 98 -53, seconded by Councilman Larry Vincent, and
approved unanimously. Following discussion, Substitute Bill 98 -53 was read third time by
title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 12790:
Aye:
Nay:
Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges, Stella
and Vincent
None
Bill 98 -54, sponsored by Councilman Landwehr, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTIONS 33-
6, 33 -7, 33 -8, 33 -9 AND 33 -11 OF CHAPTER 33 (THE SUBDIVISION CODE) OF THE
CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI TO REQUIRE SIDEWALKS IN NEW
SUBDIVISIONS.
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Councilman John Landwehr requested that Bill 98 -54 be placed on the Informal Calendar
at this time.
Bill 98 -55, sponsored by Councilman Nilges, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 17-
32 (EVIDENCE OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE PRIOR TO LICENSE
ISSUANCE) OF CHAPTER 17 (LICENSES, TAXATION AND MISCELLANEOUS
BUSINESS REGULATIONS) PERTAINING TO REQUIREMENT OF EVIDENCE OF
WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE FOR BUSINESS PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF
BUSINESS LICENSE.
Bill 9855- was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 12791:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges, Stella
and Vincent
Nay: None
Bill 98 -56, sponsored by Councilman Nilges, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING A
SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS TO THE 1997 -98 GENERAL FUND NON -
DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET FOR THE PAYMENT OF INSURANCE COSTS.
Bill 98 -56 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 12792:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges, Stella
and Vincent
Nay: None
Bill 98 -57, sponsored by Councilman Nilges, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, MODIFYING FIRE
DEPARTMENT EXAMINATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURES.
Bill 98 -57 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 12793:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges, Stella
and Vincent
Nay: None
Bill 98 -58, sponsored by Councilman Landwehr, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 8
OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY ENACTING A NEW
ARTICLE III PERTAINING TO BUILDING AND NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION AND
CONSERVATION AND FURTHER REGULATING THE DEMOLITION OF BUILDINGS TO
PROVIDE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR PRESERVATION AND RENUMBERING THE
CURRENT ARTICLES OF CHAPTER 8 OF THE CODE.
Bill 98 -58 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 12794:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges, Stella
and Vincent
Nay: None
Bill 98 -59, sponsored by Councilman Jackson, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 17
(LICENSES, TAXATION AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS REGULATIONS) OF THE
CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 17 -1
PERTAINING TO RESTRICTED HOURS FOR COLLECTION AND DELIVERY IN
RESIDENTIAL AREAS.
Councilman Charles Jackson requested the Bill 98 -59 be placed on the Informal Calendar
at this time.
Bill 98 -60, sponsored by Councilman Landwehr, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING
SUBPARAGRAPH E OF SECTION 1 -13 (GENERAL PENALTY; CONTINUING
VIOLATIONS) OF CHAPTER 1 (GENERAL PROVISIONS) BY INCLUDING A MINIMUM
FINE FOR DUMPING OF TRASH; AND AMENDING SECTION 30 -7 (PROHIBITED
PRACTICES) OF CHAPTER 30 (SOLID WASTES) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF
JEFFERSON, MISSOURI BY CREATING A NEW SUBSECTION G WHICH PROVIDES
FOR REGULATIONS REGARDING DUMPING OF SOLID WASTES IN OTHER PERSONS'
DUMPSTERS.
Bill 98 -60 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 12795:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges, Stella
and Vincent
Nay: None
Bill 98 -61, sponsored by Councilman Jaynes, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND
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APPROVING THE PLAT OF RTR SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF
JEFFERSON.
Bill 98 -61 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 12796:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges, Stella
and Vincent
Nay: None
Bill 98 -62, sponsored by Councilman Nilges, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH SPRINT SPECTRUM,
L.P. FOR CELLULAR COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES LOCATED AT FIRE STATION #1
AND CITY PARKING GARAGE.
Bill 98 -62 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance 12797:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges, Stella
and Vincent
Nay: None
Bill 98 -63, sponsored by Councilman Landwehr, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 32
(STREETS AND SIDEWALKS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI
BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE IX PERTAINING TO SIDEWALK CAFES.
Councilman Steve Nelson stated that he could not vote for this bill because he did not feel
that alcoholic beverages should be consumed on public sidewalks in view of citizens,
especially children. Following discussion, Bill 98 -63 was read third time by title, placed on
final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 12798:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, McDowell, Nilges, Stella and
Vincent
Nay: Nelson
INFORMAL CALENDAR
Bill 98 -35, sponsored by Councilman McDowell, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION
19 -401, (STREETS AND HIGHWAYS), SCHEDULE (J), (PARKING PROHIBITED),
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SUBPARAGRAPH (A) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON BY THE REMOVAL
OF PARKING ON PORTIONS OF EAST MCCARTY STREET.
Councilman Carolyn McDowell stated she would withdraw this bill, but requested that staff
look into moving the centerline at the location on E. McCarty in front of the Smoke House
restaurant.
Bill 98 -44, sponsored by Councilman Haake, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH BURNS &
MCDONNELL FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES.
President Pro Tempore John Landwehr announced that Bill 98 -44 shall remain on the
Informal Calendar at this time due to the absence of the bill's sponsor.
Bill 98 -45, sponsored by Councilman McDowell, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 1 -13
OF CHAPTER 1 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI,
PERTAINING TO GENERAL PENALTY, BY ADDING A NEW SUBPART F, PROVIDING
FOR REDUCED MINIMUM FINE FOR EXPIRED METER.
Councilman Carolyn McDowell requested that Bill 98 -45 remain on the Informal Calendar.
Bill 98 -48, sponsored by Councilman Landwehr, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 8 -3
OF CHAPTER 8 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI,
PERTAINING TO AMENDMENTS TO THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 1996, AND
AMENDING SECTION 8 -5 OF CHAPTER 8 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF
JEFFERSON, MISSOURI PERTAINING TO AMENDMENTS TO THE BOCA NATIONAL
PLUMBING CODE 1997, RELATING TO THE REQUIREMENT FOR LICENSES FOR
ELECTRICAL WORK AND PLUMBING WORK PERFORMED WITHIN THE CITY OF
JEFFERSON.
Councilman John Landwehr requested that Bill 98 -48 remain on the Informal Calendar at
this time.
NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business to come before the Council at this time.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business to come before the Council at this time.
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COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS
There were Council liaison reports made at this time.
APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES
Minutes of the August 3, 1998 Executive Session: A motion was made by Councilman
Charles Jackson for approval of the minutes as presented, seconded by Councilman
Carolyn McDowell and approved unanimously.
GO INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
A motion was made by Councilman Carl Jaynes that the Council go into Executive Session
to discuss real estate, litigation and personnel, motion was seconded by Councilman Carol
Blaney and approved unanimously by the following roll -call vote at 9:30 PM:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges, Stella and
Vincent
Nay: None
ACTIONS TAKEN IN EXECUTIVE SESSION
Jefferson City Police Department: Police Chief Tyler Brewer announced to the Council
his resignation as Police Chief, effective mid - September and requested that the Council
approve a continuation of his wage and benefits package past his resignation date. He
indicated he did have vacation which he would take between now and his final date of
employment. Following Chief Brewer's announcement, he left the meeting.
Following Council discussion of the matter, a motion was made by Councilman Larry
Vincent that the Council authorize the City staff to negotiate a separation or transition
contract with Chief Brewer that would include six months' pay and three months of
insurance benefits. The motion was seconded by Councilman Carl Jaynes and approved
by the following roll -call vote:
Aye: Blaney, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, Nelson, Nilges and Vincent
Nay: McDowell