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HomeMy Public PortalAbout19980316REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 16, 1998 1 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Council Meeting convened on March 16, 1998, 7:30 by 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: Haake, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges, Stella and Vincent Absent: Byrd A quorum was declared present. PUD APPEAL HEARING Southgate Subdivision PUD Appeal Hearing — Mayor Duane Schreimann announced that the appeal has been postponed, and will not be rescheduled until further notice. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY Mayor Duane Schreimann announced that Boy Scout Troop 1 from First United Methodist Church was present working on their Citizenship in the Community Badge, and welcomed the group to the meeting. Councilman Carolyn McDowell introduced Lt. Col. Lawrence C. Brevard, Commander of 509 Civil Engineering Squadron, Whiteman AFB, who made a presentation regarding the transformation of Whiteman AFB from its WWII installation status into a Showcase for the B2 Stealth Bomber. He gave an update on new construction and economic growth in around the base, totaling more than $500 million. He then talked about plans being made for Whiteman's tenth annual anniversary celebration which will be held on April 22, 1998. Mr. Charles Whitehead, American Legion, Post 5, made a presentation announcing that the American Legion's 1998 Law and Order Award has been bestowed on Sgt. Michael W. Smith of the Jefferson City Police Department in recognition of an act of outstanding bravery. Sgt. Smith will be presented the award at a ceremony in July 1998 in St. Joseph, Missouri. Councilman Charles Jackson introduced Ms. Carol Mitchell of the American Cancer REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 16, 1998 2 Society who made both an oral and video presentation about the upcoming Relay for Life event which will be held in June on the campus of Lincoln University. Officials and employees of the City of Jefferson were encouraged to participate in this event to help raise funds for cancer research. Mr. Dan Massie, 108 Clay Street, made a presentation in opposition to the closing of the railroad site below the old bridge site at Water Street. He stated that if there were an emergency on the Missouri River, there would be no access to the river because of this closing. CONSENT AGENDA The following items were present for approval on the Consent Agenda: a. Minutes of March 2, 1998, Regular City Council Meeting b. Bid 1743 - Ammunition and Targets, Police Department c. RENEWAL(3 year) of Bid 1600 - Radio Purchases All City d. RENEWAL(2 year) of Bid 1680 - Electrical Services, All Departments A motion was made by Councilman Charles Jackson for approval of the Consent Agenda as presented, seconded by Councilman Carl Jaynes and approved unanimously. MINUTES AND REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED Mayor Duane Schreimann stated that the following minutes /reports have been received and are on file in the City Clerk's office: a. Finance Reports for 1/98 and 2/98 b. Appointment Review Committee, 3/2/98 c. Parks and Recreation Commission, 2/9/98 MAYORAL ANNOUNCEMENTS There were no announcements by the Mayor at this time. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS Police Dept: Promotion to Sergeant - Officer Mike Dean. A motion was made by Councilman Charles Jackson for approval of the appointment, seconded by Councilman Larry Vincent and approved unanimously. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 16, 1998 3 BILLS INTRODUCED Bill 97 -150, sponsored by Councilmen Jackson, Landwehr & Nilges, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH M. J. HARDEN ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR GIS STRATEGIC PLAN CONSULTANT SERVICES. Bill 97 -151, sponsored by Councilman Haake, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING A SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION AND THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL UNAPPROPRIATED BALANCE. Bill 97 -152, sponsored by Councilman Vincent, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO A GRANT PROGRAM AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION WITH THE MISSOURI HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE FACILITIES AS A PART OF THE JEFFERSON CITY GREENWAY SYSTEM. Bill 97 -153, sponsored by Councilman McDowell, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 19 -401, (STREETS AND HIGHWAYS), SCHEDULE (I), (ANGLE PARKING), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW SUBPARAGRAPH (4), PERTAINING TO A PORTION OF MADISON STREET. Bill 97 -154, sponsored by Councilman McDowell, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 19 -401, (STREETS AND HIGHWAYS), SCHEDULE (V), (HANDICAPPED PARKING SPACES), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON BY THE ADDITION OF A PORTION OF EAST CAPITOL AVENUE. Bill 97 -155, sponsored by Councilman McDowell, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 22 -19, SUBPARAGRAPH (A), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON BY INCREASING THE FEES FOR RESERVED PARKING METERS. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 16, 1998 4 Bill 97 -156, sponsored by Councilman Haake, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF JEFFERSON AND GTLR DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AND BIG BEN, LLC. BILLS PENDING Bill 97 -146, sponsored by Councilman Haake, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH BLACK AND VEATCH FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES. Bill 97 -146 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 12732: Aye: Haake, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges, Stella and Vincent Nay: None Bill 97 -148, sponsored by Councilman Jaynes, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE PLAT OF COVINGTON GARDENS SUBDIVISION, SECTION TWO, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. Bill 97 -148 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 12733: Aye: Haake, Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges, Stella and Vincent Nay: None Bill 97 -149, sponsored by Councilmen Landwehr, Jackson and Jaynes, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 7 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY AMENDING SECTION 7 -1 PERTAINING TO APPOINTMENTS OF MEMBERS OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS AS IT RELATES TO TERM LIMITATIONS. Following a lengthy discussion, Bill 97 -149 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and defeated by the following vote: Aye: Jackson, Jaynes, Landwehr and Nelson Nay: Haake, McDowell, Nilges, Stella and Vincent REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 16, 1998 5 RESOLUTIONS RS97 -34 Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) National Alliance for the Mentally III (NAMI) of Missouri. A motion was made by Councilman Rick Nilges for adoption, seconded by Councilman Carolyn McDowell and approved unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Councilman Rick Nilges commented on a situation on Southwest Blvd. involving Planning and Code Enforcement. He indicated he had talked to both the business involved, and Planning and Code Enforcement, and is receiving conflicting information. He requested any information that would help him clarify this matter. Councilman Rick Nilges commented on promotional procedures for the Firefighters, specifically an ordinance to encourage or increase the promotional opportunities for the Fire Department. City Administrator Rich Mays stated that he has met with the Firemen one time, and that he was waiting to hear from them for further meetings. Councilman Rick Nilges mentioned the Finance report which was distributed, and stated he would like to schedule a Finance Committee meeting shortly after the end of the second quarter to discuss some things which may be encountered during the remainder of the fiscal year, i.e., shortfalls, gains, etc. He suggested perhaps the second Monday in April as a tentative date for the meeting. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Councilman Carl Jaynes commended the Wastewater Division for its thoroughness in addressing the issue of solids dumping liability in its recently distributed memorandum. Councilman Carolyn McDowell commented on the Otis Darby concern regarding the CIE building site, and requested that it be placed on the Public Works Committee agenda for March 19. Councilman James Haake, Chairman of the Public Works Committee, stated that he felt it redundant to address the issue since Mr. Darby was no longer planning to purchase the lot. Councilman Carolyn McDowell stated she would still like to discuss the procedure, to which Mr. Haake replied the issue would be added to the agenda. Councilman Carolyn McDowell requested that she would like to discuss the Harrison Street Railroad crossing at the Public Works Committee meeting. Councilman Carolyn McDowell apologized to Councilman Charles Jackson and his constituents regarding an error made recently regarding residential parking. She stated that the permits had been paid, and due to a staff oversight, letters went to citizens stating they were still due. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 16, 1998 6 COUNCIL LIAISON REPORTS Councilman James Haake announced a Public Works and Planning Committee meeting will be held on Thursday, March 19 at 7:30 P.M. Any Council Member unable to attend should call and inform the Public Works Administrative Secretary. APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES Executive Session Minutes of March 2, 1998 —A motion was made by Councilman James Haake for approval, seconded by Councilman Len Stella and approved unanimously. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council at this time, a motion was made by Councilman Steve Nelson that the Council adjourn, seconded by Councilman Carl Jaynes and approved unanimously.