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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.