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Home My Public Portal About19960603388 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 3, 1996 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Council Meeting of June 3, 1996, was called to order at 7:30 P.M. with Mayor Duane Schreimann presiding. 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: Byrd, Haake, Jackson, Jaynes, Kammerdiener, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges and Vincent Absent: None A quorum was declared present. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY Charles Lansford, Environmental Sanitation Division Director, made a presentation regarding his division's activities within the City. He emphasized the mosquito control program that the City currently has in operation and its increased effectiveness since they have begun utilizing a new method. Richard O'Neill, 3020 Country Club Drive, made a presentation regarding the proposed half -cent sales tax extension. In his opinion, there is insufficient accountability for the funds received from the tax. Roy Voiles, 2211 North Drive, also made a presentation regarding the proposed half -cent sales tax extension and the use tax issue. Some of his suggestions included a citizen committee and more advertising to inform the public of the progress of the projects funded by the tax revenues. PUBLIC HEARINGS Street Name Change - from Tara Place to Virginia Trail. Keith DeVault, Planning & Code Enforcement Director, gave a brief background presentation of the request by the property owners for the name change. No one present spoke in favor of, or opposition to, the proposed name change. CONSENT AGENDA a) Minutes of Meetings of May 20, 1996 Council Meeting REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 3, 1996 389 b) Approval of Renewal with MSI and Recommended Reinsurance Councilman Jackson moved that the Consent Agenda be approved, motion was seconded by Councilman Byrd, and motion was approved unanimously. MINUTES AND REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED Mayor Schreimann stated that the following minutes /reports have been received and are on file in the City Clerk's office: Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness Committee, 5/23/96; Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, 4/15/96; Planning & Zoning Commission, 4/11/96; Appointments Review Committee, 5/6/96; Workers' Compensation Annual Report BILLS INTRODUCED Bill 96 -25, sponsored by Councilman Haake, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A UTILITY EASEMENT TO UNION ELECTRIC COMPANY FOR THE CAPITAL DISTRICT - REGIONAL WEST DOWNTOWN UNDERGROUND PROJECT. Bill 96 -26, sponsored by Councilman McDowell, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE GROUND LEASE WITH THE STATE OF MISSOURI, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY, HIGHWAY PATROL, AT THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT. Bill 96 -27, sponsored by Councilman Jaynes, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, CHANGING THE NAME OF A STREET FROM TARA PLACE TO VIRGINIA TRAIL IN MONTICELLO ACRES, SECTION SEVEN. Bill 96 -28, 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 AND 23 AND THE NORTHERLY HALF OF A VACATED ALLEY IN L. M. BECK SUBDIVISION, LOCATED BEHIND 1806 MISSOURI BOULEVARD, FROM RS -3 SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO C -2 GENERAL 390 COMMERCIAL. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 3, 1996 Following discussion, Councilman Jaynes requested that Bill 96 -28 be withdrawn so the City could hold a public hearing at the same time the bill is introduced. Bill 96 -29, 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 4.80 ACRES INCLUDING ALL OF LOT 1 AND THE EASTERLY PORTION OF LOT 2 OF THREE L'S SUBDIVISION, LOCATED SOUTH OF THE INTERSECTION OF MISSOURI STATE ROUTE C WITH IDLEWOOD ROAD, FROM C -1 NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL AND RS -2 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL, TO C -2 GENERAL COMMERCIAL. Following discussion, Councilman Jaynes requested that Bill 96 -29 be withdrawn so the City could hold a public hearing at the same time the bill is introduced. Bill 96 -30, sponsored by Councilman Nilges, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE PLAT OF EL MERCADO, SECTION FOUR, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. Bill 96 -31, sponsored by Councilman Nilges, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, DECLARING CERTAIN PROPERTY TO BE SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZING THE DISPOSAL OF SAID PROPERTY. BILLS PENDING Bill 96 -18, sponsored by Councilman Nilges, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING A REFERENDUM ON THE ISSUE OF LOCAL USE TAX AND PROVIDING FOR THE SUBMISSION OF THIS ORDINANCE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF SAID CITY FOR THEIR APPROVAL AT THE ELECTION TO BE HELD ON AUGUST 6, 1996. Bill 96 -18 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 12470: Aye: Byrd, Haake, Jackson, Jaynes, Kammerdiener, Landwehr, McDowell, REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 3, 1996 Nelson, Nilges and Vincent Nay: None Bill 96 -19, sponsored by Councilman Jaynes, entitled: 391 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE PLAT OF OAK LEAF ACRES SUBDIVISION, SECTION ONE, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. Bill 96 -19 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 12471: Aye: Nay: Byrd, Haake, Jackson, Jaynes, Kammerdiener, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges and Vincent None Bill 96 -20, sponsored by Councilman McDowell, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 19 -401, SCHEDULE J (PARKING PROHIBITED), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, PERTAINING TO PORTIONS OF LOCUST STREET. Councilman McDowell requested that Bill 96 -20 be placed on the Informal Calendar. Bill 96 -21, sponsored by Councilman McDowell, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 19 -401, SCHEDULE J (PARKING PROHIBITED) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, PERTAINING TO A PORTION OF VEITH DRIVE. Bill 96 -21 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 12472: Aye: Nay: Byrd, Haake, Jackson, Jaynes, Kammerdiener, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges and Vincent None Bill 96 -22, sponsored by Councilman McDowell, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 392 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 3, 1996 19 -401 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, SCHEDULE A, (SPEED LIMITS), PERTAINING TO SPEED LIMITS ON STATE THOROUGHFARES WITHIN THE CITY. Bill 96 -22 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 12473: Aye: Nay: Byrd, Haake, Jackson, Jaynes, Kammerdiener, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges and Vincent None Bill 96 -23, sponsored by Councilman Haake, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH APLEX, INC. FOR THE CHESTNUT STREET STORM WATER DRAINAGE PROJECT. Bill 96 -23 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 12474: Aye: Byrd, Haake, Jaynes, Kammerdiener, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges and Vincent Nay: None Abstain: Jackson Bill 96 -24, sponsored by Councilman Haake, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING A BUDGET REAPPROPRIATION AND REBUDGETING OF CARRY -OVER FUND BALANCES AT OCTOBER 31, 1995. Bill 96 -24 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following vote as Ordinance 12475: Aye: Nay: Byrd, Haake, Jackson, Jaynes, Kammerdiener, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, Nilges and Vincent None RESOLUTIONS RS96 -4 Accepting Comprehensive Plan Update - Councilman Jaynes moved for adoption, motion was seconded by Councilman Jackson, and approved unanimously. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 3, 1996 393 LIAISON REPORTS Finance Committee - Councilman Nilges announced that the Finance Committee would meet on Monday, June 10 at 7:00 P.M. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Councilman Jackson reminded Staff that he had previously requested all three Executive Session categories to appear on all agendas, and asked that City Administrator Rich Mays insure that his request is complied with. EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES Councilman Haake moved for approval of the Minutes of the May 20, 1996, Executive Session. Motion was seconded by Councilman Byrd, and approved unanimously. NEW BUSINESS Half -Cent Sales Tax Work Session - Councilman Nilges suggested that the Council may wish to discuss the half -cent sales tax issue at the conclusion of the June 10 Finance Committee meeting. Consensus of Council was to accept Mr. Nilges' suggestion, and scheduled the meeting for immediately following the Finance Committee meeting. PUD Appeal Hearing - Council agreed to hold the hearing at the July 1, 1996, Council Meeting. Councilman Byrd announced that he will disqualify himself from all discussion and /or actions on this issue due to the fact that he has a financial interest in the issue. Convention Center - Councilman Vincent announced that the Convention Center Committee has agreed that a public hearing on the issue of a convention center would be a good idea. Councilman McDowell announced that she and Councilman Nilges will hold a Ward Meeting in the Fourth Ward on Tuesday, June 26, 7:00 P.M. at the Trinity Lutheran School cafeteria. Councilman Jaynes asked the City's policy for placing speed zone signs in new residential developments. Allen Garner, City Counselor, stated that the City does not usually post speed zone signs in residential areas unless requested for specific areas where there are speeding problems, and the request should be made to the Public Works Department. If there is no speed limit specifically set for an area, the sign posted would reflect the City's default speed of 30 m.p.h., but that a sign does not have to be posted in order for that limit to be in effect. 394 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 3, 1996 Councilman Jackson stated that he had received numerous calls from not only his ward's constituents, but citizens of other wards as well, regarding loud parties occurring after midnight. He directed his comments toward Police Chief Tyler Brewer, who stated that any citizen who has such a problem are encouraged to call the Police Department, and may do so without giving their name, and that the Police will respond to the call on a "low priority" basis. EXECUTIVE SESSION There being no further business to come before the Council at this time, Councilman Jackson moved that the Council go into Executive Session at this time for the purpose of discussing litigation matters, motion was seconded by Councilman McDowell, and approved by the following roll -call vote at 8:35 P.M.: Aye: Byrd, Haake, Jackson, Jaynes, Kammerdiener, Landwehr, McDowell, Nelson, and Vincent Nay: Nilges