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HomeMy Public PortalAbout19881212 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, DECEMBER 12, 1988 • ■ ". ---� ._ n - _p:• _...� .,II. _ - ..,__ . ,_ ,,` __ ... V•... • • • II• at 7:30 P.M. with Mayor Louise Gardner presiding. Prayer was offered by Captain Steve Kiger, Salvation Army. The following Council Members were present: Present: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Veile, and Woodman. Absent: Davis. A quorum was declared present. Councilman Owens offered the following motion: Due to the heroic efforts of certain law enforcement officers and fire personnel in the recent explosion, I hereby move that these individuals be formally recognized by the Council with a resolution which shall be read by Mayor Gardner and that they be presented with the Jefferson City Police Department Lifesaving Medal. Councilman Woodman seconded the motion and it was approved. Mayor Gardner read the resolution and distributed the medals to the following individuals: James Steven West Margaret K. Quigg Gary Woodward Edward Trube Charles Skornia Robert Wilbers PRESENTATIONS FROM GALLERY: The first item on presentations from the gallery was Mr. Robert Swift of 333 Old Gibler Road, Jefferson City, Missouri. Mr. Swift presented the City Clerk with petitions which had been signed by the residents of Shellridg©, Shellridgo South, and Valley View Subdivision, requesting the stop light at Industrial and Jaycee Drive be retained and reactivated. Mr. Swift stated he belief that traffic patterns were such that this signal was needed now as much as when it had been installed. After some discussion, Councilman Voile moved to direct the Public Works Department to reactivate the signal at Industrial and Jaycee Drive. Councilman Gordon seconded the motion. Councilman Haake stated the reason Traffic Safety voted to discontinue the light was that it was time to determine if the light should be made permanent. This would be very costly to the City. Councilman Gordon stated his opinion that the cost was irrelevant, and that nothing had changed and this was still a very dangerous intersection which carries a lot of heavy traffic. Councilman Haake questioned whether or not this motion would make the traffic signal permanent. Councilman Voile stated this was not a part of his motion. After further discussion, Public Works Director Mike Bates suggested that if the Council were going to reactivate the signal, that they also request Staff to examine the issue and report back to the Council in April. Councilman Veile amended his motion to read as follows: Direct the Public Works Department to reactivate the signal at Industrial and Jaycee Drive and for a study to be done and brought back to the Council next April to determine whether or not the light should be permanent ' i or elimination. Councilman Gordon seconded the motion and it was approved. i 406 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, DECEMBER 12, 1988 The second item under Presentations from the Gallery was Bunnie Tricksy of the Heart of Missouri Humane Society. Ms. Tricksy reviewed the proposal submitted by the Humane Society to take over the management and operation of the animal shelter. The proposal had been submitted to the Council in their packets. The Council had no questions to ask concerning the proposal. # # # The next item under Presentations from the Gallery was Dr. Tom Brant of 1823 Brookside, Jefferson City, Missouri, read a letter he had prepared encouraging the Council to proceed with the purchasing of the Racquet Club. Dr. Brant stated the Parks and Recreation Department has expressed a need on many occasions for an indoor facility which could accommodate many of their programs on a year round basis. Dr. Brant stated that the monies have been used for other projects that seemed to be more critical, however, the need for an indoor facility still exists. Dr. Brant indicated he felt the purchase of the Racquet Club would meet this need. Mr. Walt Klein, 5320 Elston Road, Jefferson City, Missouri, is the current President of the Tennis Association and addressed the Council in support of the City purchasing the Racquet Club. Mr. Klein informed the Council he was a past manager of the Racquet Club and had seen the interest in this sport become much greater over the years. Mr. Klein stated that the rise in the popularity of this sport and the ability of the community to meet the needs of tennis enthusiasts would not have been possible without the Racquet Club. Mr. Klein again encouraged the Council to proceed with the purchase of the Racquet Club. Councilman Mason asked Mr. Klein if he was insinuating that the Y.M.C.A. would not provide a place for all citizens to go to. Mr. Klein stated he was insinuating nothing and that to his knowledge the Y.M.C.A. had not stated what their purpose for the Racquet Club would be, but that the Park Department had. Mr. Klein state he knew the Parks Department would operate the Racquet Club in the manner that would be most suitable to the desires of the Tennis Association. CONSENT AGENDA,: Councilman Haak© moved approval of the Consent Agenda which consisted of the following items: a) Council Minutes of 11/21/88 b) Conditional Use Permit - UPS for placement of Next Day Air Letter Centers c) Approval of expense report for Councilman Voile d) Approval of following bids: 1058 - Portable and Mobile Radios, All City e) Appointment to Jefferson City Police Department Probationary Police Officer - Paul W. Plunkett f) Approval of Mayor's travel to U.S. Conference of Mayors in Washington D.C. e) Approval of Mayor's expense report for October/November ` Councilman Owens seconded the motion and it was approved. MINUTES/MOATS RECEIVED MW PILED: Mayor Gardner announced the following minutes/reports had been received and were on file in the office of the City Clerk: '4O7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, DECEMBER 12, 1988 . . • • • • It . . • I . . : . . - i • • us men 11/8/88; Cable Quality Commission 11/14/88; Transportation Commission 11/15/88; Public Works and Planning Committee 11/15/88; 1 Animal Rescue Advisory Commission 11/30/88 • ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR: Mayor Gardner announced the meetings in January are both on holidays and recommended the Council choose alternate dates. Councilman Veile moved that the City move both dates, the first to Tuesday, January 3 and Tuesday, January 17 as the second. Councilman Halsey seconded the motion and it was approved. Mayor Gardner announced that she had referred the stop signs on Country Club Drive to the Traffic Safety Commission for review at the request of two Councilmen. Councilmen Gordon asked who the Councilmen were that requested the item be referred and also asked City Counselor Allen Garner if the Mayor can refer an item to an Board or Commission or if that requires Council action. Mr. Garner stated the Boards and Commissions are run under an open agenda and there are no guidelines for referring items to the them. Councilman Veils moved to recommend the Council wait until April after the traffic counts for this area have been completed and a report filed with the Council before referring this to the Traffic Safety Commission. Councilman Gordon seconded the motion. Councilman Gordon stated that with due respect to his colleagues he did not know why this matter was continually being brought before the Council. Councilman Gordon went on to state that the problem on Country Club had been fixed, possibly not the best way and not the most convenient way, but it was fixed. If the Council wanted to fix the street correctly, they could spend the monies necessary and obtain the support of everyone and eradicate the problem. Councilman Haake stated he had been one of the Councilmen requesting this issue be discussed again because he has a lot of citizens in his ward asking when the Council is going to take care of this problem. Councilman Haake stated that the individuals he speaks with do not feel this problem is fixed. Councilman Schoulan stated ho was the other Councilman who requested this issue be discussed because he felt that a miscarriage of justice had been accomplished in placing the atop signs in the first place. Councilman Schoulan stated that investing the monies to rebuild the street would not make any difference, that the citizens on that street would then be upset about a new street as opposed to an old street. Councilman Scheulen stated there were numerous areas in the City that had similar traffic problems, but they did not have the influence to have stop signs installed in their area. Councilman Scheulen stated this was a miscarriage of justice that needed to be corrected. Councilman Halsey requested the City Counselor Allen Garner issue a legal opinion at the next meeting regarding referring matters to the Council once the Council has taken action on an issue. Councilman Halsey called for the question, Councilman Gordon seconded the call and it was approved. Mayor Gardner repeated the motion; a voice vote proved inconclusive and Mayor Gardner requested a roll call vote. The motion was approved by the following vote: Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Halsey, Mason, Owens, and Veile. Nay: Haake, Scheulen and Woodman. BILLS INTRODUCED: • REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, DECEMBER 12, 1988 ,o. : - , s•oneor= ; t :`_. _ . —WOodiaan, entitled:AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE HEART OF MISSOURI HUMANE SOCIETY FOR A SPAY/NEUTER PROGRAM. Bill 88-126 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # Bill 88-127, sponsored by Councilmen Haake and Mason, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH ZUCHELLI HUNTER AND ASSOCIATES (ZHA) FOR THE DESIGN OF A MASTER PLAN FOR A CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT. Bill 88-127 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # Bill 88-128, sponsored by Councilmen Haake and Mason, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH THE COMMUNITY BETTERMENT ASSOCIATION OF JEFFERSON CITY CONCERNING THE DESIGN OF A MASTER PLAN FOR A CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT. Bill 88-128 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # Bill 88-129, sponsored by Councilman Haake, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, RELINQUISHING A CERTAIN EASEMENT FOR UTILITY PURPOSES OVER LAND LOCATED AT MERCHANTS DRIVE AND HIGHWAY 179, IN JEFFERSON CITY, MISSOURI. Bill 88-129 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # Bill 88-130, sponsored by Councilman Haake, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, RELINQUISHING A CERTAIN EASEMENT FOR SANITARY SEWER PURPOSES AT OAK TREE VILLA. Bill 88-130 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. • # # # Bill 88-131, sponsored by Councilman Woodman, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH UNION ELECTRIC FOR THE PROVISION OF TEMPORARY EASEMENTS ACROSS CITY PARKING LOTS. Bill 88-131 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. BILLS PENDING: Bill 88-122, sponsored by Councilman Haake, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SCHEDULE H OF SECTION 18-401 (YIELD INTERSECTIONS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY THE ADDITION OF PEYTON DRIVE. Bill 88-122 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11140. Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Voile and Woodman. . REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, DECEMBER 12, 1988 . # # # Hill 88-123, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 2-46 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY ADDING ALTERNATE MEMBERS TO THE STANDING COUNCIL COMMITTEE ON REVIEW OF APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMITTEES AND COMMISSIONS. Bill 88-123 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11141. Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Veils, and Woodman. Nay: None. # # # Bill 88-124, sponsored by Councilman Mason, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, DECLARING CERTAIN PROPERTY TO BE SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CLERK TO EXECUTE A DEED OF SAID PROPERTY TO THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI. Bill 88-124 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11142. Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Veils and Woodman. Nay: None. # # # Bill 88-125, sponsored by Councilman Woodman, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE UTILITIES EASEMENTS TO UNION ELECTRIC COMPANY, UNITED TELEPHONE COMPANY, AND T.C.I. CABLEVISION, INC. FOR THE CAPITAL DISTRICT-REGIONAL WEST, DOWNTOWN UNDERGROUNDING PROJECT AND TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY DOCUMENTS CONNECTED THEREWITH. Bill 88-126 was read third time by title, placed on final paoaago, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11143 . Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haako, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Schoulon, Voile and Woodman. Nay: None. INFORMAL CALENDAR* Councilman Mason requested Bill 88-119 be removed for the Informal Calendar and considered for final passage at this time. Bill 88- 119, sponsored by Councilman Mason, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR MD CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH A.C. KIRKWOOD AND ASSOCIATES, P.C. , FOR THE DESIGN OF STANDBY ELECTRICAL POWER AT THE WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT. Bill 88-119 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11144. Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Voile and Woodman. Nay: None. RISOLOTION8 t RS88-22 regarding the support of the small business incubator .. 410 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, DECEMBER 12, 1988 • . . . , 0 . • ._"Ken _.Wockenott ►, re Rural Missouri, Inc. , of Jefferson City was present to discuss this Josue. Councilman Veils asked if Rural Missouri, Inc. , was a for profit organization. Mr. Lueckenotte stated it was a private not for profit organization. Councilman Veils asked if there was reason to believe this type of program would work in Jefferson City. Mr. Lueckenotte stated yea the organization believed there was sufficient need for this type of program. Mr. Lueckenotte went on to state that part of the research to be done would be determining what the demand is and also what type of building is needed. After further discussion, Councilman Halsey moved approval of R888-22. Councilman Voile seconded the motion and it was approved. UNFINISHED HUMUS/NSW BUSINESS: Councilman Gordon complimented City Administrator Dave Johnston on the information regarding the consolidation of Cedar City and Jefferson City. Councilman Gordon questioned how this information was going to be distributed to the public. City Administrator Dave Johnston stated the information was going to be printed in brochure form and distributed to the public. Councilman Halsey stated he felt there needed to be involvement from citizens and not just staff in order to educate the citizens on this issue. Councilman Halsey further stated that he felt many of the citizens would come to an educational meeting on Cedar City to have their questions answered and to hear the facts as to the reason for consolidation. Councilman Halsey stated that the public is uninformed regarding this issue and the City needs to educate them as to the positive aspects of consolidation. # # # City Administrator Dave Johnston requested some direction from the Council in either letting the Humane Society know the City is not interested in pursuing the contract for management services, or in directing staff to work out a managerial agreement with the Society. Mr. Johnston listed the following reasons for not placing the Shelter under the management of the Humane Society: 1. Road officers are more involved in the operation of the shelter. 2. Staff is working better together. 3 . Euthanasia policy is clear out. 4 . The City has worked at length on a Spay/Neuter program involving the Humane Society and local veterinarians. 5. The Humane Society's efforts could be better served at fund raising for improved Shelter. Councilman Mason asked what would happen to the employees at the Animal Shelter if the Humane Society took over the managing of the operation. Mr. Johnston stated this would have to be discussed in the terms of the agreement. Councilmen Mason stated it was his opinion that the City should remain in control of the Animal Shelter. Councilman Halsey stated he agreed with Councilman Mason even though the Humane Society had made some suggestions he thought the City should consider, such as longer operating hours and public accessibility. Councilman Halsey moved that the Council accept the recommendation of City Administrator Dave Johnston and reject the contract/lease proposed by the Humane Society at this time. Councilman Gordon seconded the motion and after further discussion on the benefit of the Humane Society operating the Shelter, the motion was approved. # # # Councilman Mason stated that the Council has continually discussed 910Y REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, DECEMBER 12, 1988 on the benefit of the Humane Society operating the Shelter, the motion was approved. # # # ouncilman Mason stated that the Council has continually discussed hether or not this Council is going to approve in-city travel xpenses for elected officials. Councilman Mason moved that lected officials not be reimbursed mileage expenses for in-city ravel expenses. Councilman Feldman seconded the motion stating e felt it was a privilege to serve the citizens and that the alary that elected officials were paid was for the purpose of lleviating the cost of these expenses. After further discussion, he motion was approved. # ouncilman Halsey requested an update on the status of the elocation of the TCI offices. Mr. Doug Nix, manager for the local CI office was present and informed the Council that TCI was in the idst of building the new offices and hoped to be moved in by mid- arch. PPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES: 'Councilman Haake moved approval of the Executive Session Minutes lfrom November 7, 1988. Councilman Woodman seconded the motion and it was approved. EXECUTIVE SESSION: An there was no further business to come before the Council, Councilman Woodman moved the Council go into Executive Session to discuss real estate as provided for in RSMO 610.025 (1) and personnel as provided for in RSMO 610.025 (3) . Councilman Haake , seconded the motion and it was approved by the following roll call vote: Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Schoulon, !� Voile and Woodman. Nay: None. ••• w w .+ w ACTION TAKEN IN EXECUTIVE SESSION: Councilman Haake moved to accept the recommendation of the City , Councilman for a three percent (3%) meritorious increase for ' Fire Chief Robert Rennick. Councilman Woodman seconded the motion and it was approved by the following vote: jAye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Veils and Woodman. Nay: None. At approximately 10:45 p.m. the City Council reconvened in open session. Councilman Gordon moved to waive the provisions of ? Section 2.69 (c) of the Code of the City of Jefferson and return to Executive Session. Councilman Veile seconded the motion and it was approved. • • SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING, DECEMBER 19, 1988 A S 7 Special Council Meeting oDecember 19, 1988, was called to orde� at :30 P.M. with Mayor LouiDecember Gardner presiding. • The following Council Members were present: Present: Feldman, Haake, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Voile, ana Woodman. ti Absent: Davis, Gordon and Halsey. j I 1 A quorum was declared present. ,+ • 11 BILLS INTRODUCED: ij Bill 88-132, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled: it AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, PERTAINING TO THE VACATION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY IN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 12 WEST, IN THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, COLE COUNTY, MISSOURI AND PROVIDING FOR THE EXECUTION OF APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTS INCLUDING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND WAL-MART PROPERTIES, INC. �I ` Bill 88-132 was read first and second time by title and orderoc distributed to members of the Council. Councilman Scheulen requested a suspension of the rules. There was no objection tci the suspension of the rules. Councilman Voile requested 4 presentation as to what the development would entail and all explanation of the vacation that is being requested. Mr. Tir • Martin from CEI Engineering, the firm hired by Wal-Mart Stores,. Inc. , for the development of this project. Mr. Martin reviewed the preliminary plat map and explained to the Council the planned development. Mr. Mike Bates, Director of Public Works, explained the request for the right-of-way vacation and why the Planning and Zoning Commission felt they could grant this request. After some discussion as to the responsibility of Wal-Mart to provide traffic studies for Stadium Boulevard and Missouri Boulevard and make anli; necessary improvements, City Counselor Allen Garner informed the Council that Wal-Mart would not be issued an occupancy permit until all parts of the ordinance had been fulfilled. There being no' further discussion, Bill 88-132 was read third time by title,! placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote a0, Ordinance No. 11145. 0 Aye: Feldman, Haake, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Voile and Woodman. i; Nay: None. 11y1 li EXECUTIVE SESSION: ;� There being no further business to come before the Council,o 11 Councilman Scheulen moved the Council go into Executive Session to discuss real estate as provided for in RSMO 610.025 (1) .4 Councilman Veils seconded the motion and it was approved by thej following vote: 1 Aye: Feldman, Haake, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Voile and Woodman. , Nay: None. j 11 Ei if !s 'I k