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HomeMy Public PortalAbout19880620 x:. .324 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JUNE 20, 1988 The Regular Council Meeting of June 20, 1988, was called to order at 7:30 P.M. with Mayor Louise Gardner presiding. Prayer was offered by Reverend Maury Stout, Pastor; First Assembly of God. The following Council Members were present: 4` Present: Davis, Feldman, Gordon, Hooke, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Voile, and Woodman. Absent: None. A quorum was declared present. PUBLIC HEARING: The first Public Hearing was held to discuss Proposal 1003 on Insurance. City Administrator Dave Johnston distributed copies of the proposal tabulation to the Council, Mr. Les Bushman, 116 Forest Hill, Jefferson City, addressed the Council to express his concern with MoPerm. Mr. Bushman is the Executive Vice President of the Independent Insurance Agents of Missouri and reviewed with the Council several of the questions he had concerning the establishment and operation of MoPerm. Mr. John Lansford, 1924 Hayselton, Jefferson City, addressed the Council regarding his concern with the specifications. Mr. Lansford represented Fred Vogel Insurance and stated it was his opinion that this should be rebid and that the specifications should be written by delegates from local insurance companies. Mr. Bill Tweedie, 685 Hobbs Road, Jefferson City, addressed the Council as our current insurance carrier. Mr. Tweedie explained the "Retro" proposal to the Council and recommended they seriously consider this aspect. Mr. Jerry Thomas, 1907 Williams Street, represented Penco and addressed the Council regarding his concerns with MoPorm. Mr. Don LoMond, 616 E. Capitol, represented MoPorm and reviewed with the Council the history and purpose of MoPerm. Mr. LeMond addrocmod the Josue of aeaoc aable rates that had been raised by the agents and the Council. After further discussion by the Council, Dave Johnston informed the Council that a decision needed to be made as to which direction Council wiuhed to proceed. Our current insurance carrier had refused to extend coverage past the June 30 expiration date. Mayor Gardner stated she would postpone voting on this issue until later in the Agenda, under Unfinished Business. The first public hearing concluded at 8:25 p.m. # # # The second public hearing was to discuss the proposed changes in the Subdivision Ordinance. There was no one present to speak either for or against the revisions. The second public hearing concluded at 8:28 p.m. # # # The third public hearing was to discuss the annexation of part of Lot 17, Mall Ridge Addition, Section Two. There was no one present to speak either for or against the annexation. The third public hearing concluded at 8:30 p.m. ' 82tr..5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JUNE 20, 1988 # # # PRESENTATIONS FROM GALLERY: Mr. Joe Mickes of 925 Schumate Chapel Road and Mr. Owen Redel of 1126 Leslie Boulevard, spoke to the Council regarding the highway right-of-way beautification program sponsored by the Missouri Highway and Transportation Department. Mr. Redel explained that participation may take place in three areas, mowing, litter pick- up, and beautification. Mr. Redel stated the Highway Department wished to utilize this program here in Jefferson City. This would be a joint effort between the Highway Department, the Chamber of Commerce and the City. Mr. Redel stated that if the City would purchase the bulbs and plantings, the Highway Department would plant and maintain the area chosen. Councilman Halsey moved to support the proposed landscaping project of the Missouri Highway and Transportation Department and to work with any other entity in the City. Councilman Gordon seconded the motion and it was approved. # # # Ms. Carolyn McDowell, 1222 Carter, Jefferson City, distributed to the Council copies of the Report on Transit Privatization. Ms. McDowell was representing the Transportation Commission and highlighted the areas the Commission wished the Council to consider. Mayor Gardner stated she wished the Council to have an opportunity to review this report, and it would be discussed at the next Council meeting. CONSENT AGENDA: The Consent Agenda consisted of the following items: a) Council Minutes of 06/06/88 b) Monthly Financial Statement c) Approval of the following bids: 1019 - Oil & Grease, Central Maintenance 1021 - Squad Coats, Fire Department d) Approval of Appointment to Cable Quality Commission Hal Gardner to replace Chris Jordan. Term will expire 6/91 . Councilman Scheulen informed the Council that the Review Committee for Appointments to Boards and Commissions recommended approval of the appointment of Hal Gardner to the Cable Quality Commission. Councilman Scheulen moved approval of the Consent Agenda. Councilman Halsey seconded and it was approved. MINUTES/REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED: Mayor Gardner announced the following minutes and reports had been received and were on file in the office of the City Clerk. Police Personnel Board 5/5/88 & 5/26/88; Thomas Jefferson Library System 5/17/88; Traffic Safety 6/9/88; Departmental Monthly Reports ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR: Mayor Gardner announced that a ban on burning had been issued as of June 20, 1988, in the City limits. No permits will be issued until further notice. 32e REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JUNE 20, 1988 ir lin pelt tit 'ft BILLS INTRODUCED: Bill 88-30, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, RELINQUISHING A LIEN CREATED BY SPECIAL TAX BILL 12214. Bill 88-30 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # Bill 88-31, 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 88-31 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # Bill 88-32, sponsorod by Councilman Halsey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE JEFFERSON CITY HOST LIONS CLUB FOR A SECTION OF THE CITY PARKING GARAGE. Bill 88-32 was read first and second time by title. Councilman Halsey requested a suspension of the rules for this bill. There was no objection and Bill 88-32 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11051. Aye: Davis, Feldman, Gordon, Hooke, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Schoulon, Voile and Woodman. Nay: None. # # # Bill 88-33, sponsored by Councilman Mason, 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 INSTALLATION OF AN OVERHEAD ELECTRIC LINE. Bill 88-33 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # Bill 88-34, sponsored by Councilman Mason, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, VACATING AND DISCONTINUING THE RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR A PORTION OF OLD NORTH TEN MILE DRIVE. Bill 88-34 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # Bill 88-35, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE INTRAGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, THE HOUSING AUTHORITY AND THE STATE OF MISSOURI, FOR WORK ON THE WEST MAIN STREET PROJECT. { kr? REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JUNE 20, 1988 EL. ar a Ar .y - i ► __ = -- _ : _Wd_ L Wit , . Bill 88-35 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Counoil. # # # Bill 88-36, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE PLAT OF OAK HILLS SUBDIVISION - SECTION 2, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. Bill 88-36 was read first and second time by title. Councilman Scheulen requested a suspension of the rules for this bill. There was no objection and Bill 88-36 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11052. Aye: Davis, Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Voile and Woodman. Nay: None. # # # Bill 88-37, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, REPEALING SECTION 1-17 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, DEFINING THE EXISTING CITY BOUNDARY AND ENACTING A NEW SECTION PERTAINING TO THE SAME SUBJECT. Bill 88-37 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # Bill 88-38, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO PURCHASE REAL ESTATE FROM THE HOUSING AUTHORITY FOR RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR RAMPS DESIGNATED 3 AND 4 AS PART OF THE NEW MISSOURI RIVER BRIDGE PROJECT. Bill 88-38 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # Bill 88-39, sponsored by Councilman Woodman, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, DECLARING REAL PROPERTY TO BE SURPLUS, AUTHORIZING ITS SALE AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A DEED. Bill 88-39 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # Bill 88-40, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING ORDINANCE 10942 ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1987-88 BY AMENDING THE AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL CLASSIFICATION IN THE PLANNING AND CODE ENFORCEMENT DEPARTMENT. Bill 88-40 was read first and second time by title. Councilman Halsey requested a suspension of the rules for this bill. There was no objection and Bill 88-49 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11053. Aye: Davis, Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Voile and Woodman. Nay: None. # # # 328 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JUNE 20, 1988 Bill 88-41, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE PLAT OF MALL RIDGE ADDITION - SECTION 6, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. Bill 88-41 was road first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # Bill 88-42, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, REPEALING ORDINANCE 9598, AND ALL AMENDMENTS THERETO, THE ZONING ORDINANCE, AND ENACTING A NEW ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE SAME SUBJECT. ' Bill 88-42 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # BILLS PENDING: Bill 88-22, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, DECLARING CERTAIN PROPERTY TO BE SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZING THE DISPOSAL OF SAID PROPERTY. Bill 88-22 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote an Ordinance No. 11054. Aye: Davis, Feldman, Gordon, Henke, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Voile and Woodman. Nay: None. # # # Bill 88-23, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY CREATING CHAPTER 30 ENTITLED SUBDIVISION CODE, AND REPEALING ORDINANCES 9109, 9176, 10254, AND 16464 PERTAINING TO THE SAME SUBJECT. Councilman Voile asked Tom Benton, Director of Planning and Code Enforcement if the developers in the area had examined this ordinance and if they had any problems with it. Mr. Denton informed the Council that several of the developers had noen the ordinance and did not have any problems with it. Mr. Benton stated that there had not been any major changes in this ordinance, other than street light locations be placed on the plat. Mr. Benton stated this ordinance was to include the subdivision code into the Code of the City of Jefferson. As there was no further discussion, Bill 88-23 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11045. Aye: Davis, Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Veils and Woodman. Nay: None. # # # Bill 88-24, sponsored by Councilman Haake entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 8 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AS IT PERTAINS TO CABLE TELEVISION. Councilman Halsey moved this bill be amended as follows: Section 8-13.02. Five of the six citizen members be designated as to specific wards and that the sixth member be designated as an "at large" representative. • '8N) REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JUNE 20, 1988 Councilman Voile seconded the motion. After some discussion as to the rotation of the sixth member, Councilman Halsey withdrew his motion Councilman Voile withdrew his second. Councilman Haake requested this bill be placed on the Informal Calendar for further study. # # # • Bill 88-25, sponsored by Councilman Mason, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH USX CORPORATION CYCLONE FENCE FOR THE 1988 GUARD RAIL INSTALLATION PROJECT. Bill 88-25 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11046. Aye: Davis, Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Veile and Woodman. Nay: None. # # # Bill 88-26, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE PLAT OF EL MERCADO DEVELOPMENT - SECTION ONE, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. Bill 88-26 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11047. Aye: Davis, Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Voile and Woodman. Nay: None. # # # Bill 88-27, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH ROBINSON'S CLEANING FOR THE CLEANING OF UNIFORMS FOR ALL DEPARTMENTS. Bill 88-27 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11048. Aye: Davis, Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, 8ohoulen, Voile and Woodman. Nay: None. # # # Bill 88-28, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING ORDINANCE 10942 ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1987-88 BY AMENDING THE AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL CLASSIFICATION IN THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, SEWER DIVISION. Bill 88-28 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11049. Aye: Davis, Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Voile and Woodman. Nay: None. # # # Bill 88-29, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM THE MODAG TRUST FUND FOR A CIVIC CENTER FEASIBILITY STUDY FROM THE UNAPPROPRIATED FUND BALANCE OF THE MODAG TRUST FUND. Bill 88-29 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11050. 330 ✓; REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JUNE 20, 1988 4 Aye: Davis, Feldman, Gordon, Heake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, . Scheulen, Voile and Woodman. Nay: None. RESOLUTIONS: Councilman Scheulen moved approval of RS88-5 regarding the City supporting the construction of a commuter parking lot by the Missouri Highway and Transportation Department. Councilman Halsey seconded the motion and it was approved. UNFINISHED BUSINESS/NEW BUSINESS: Mayor Gardner requested the Council choose an alternate data for the first meeting in July as July 4 is a holiday. Councilman Voile moved the first Council meeting in July be held on Monday, July 11, 1988. Councilman Mason seconded and it was approved. Councilman Halsey moved the Council take a five minute recess. Councilman Owens seconded the motion and it was approved. The Council reconvened at approximately 9:20 p.m. Bill Lockwood, Director of Parks and Recreation, reviewed the memorandum he had submitted to the Long Range Planning Sub-Committee on the Parks Management Center Improvements. Mr. Lawrence Tinsley, 1622 Rosewood, Jefferson City, asked permission to address the Council concerning problems at Hough Park. Mr. Tinsley expressed his dissatisfaction with the gas pumps being at Hough Park and the trash that has been accumulating at the back of this building. Mr. Harold Snider, 1016 Winston Drive, Jefferson City, voiced his complaints about the appearance of Hough Park and asked the Park and Recreation Commission to consider a dross code for the golf course. Mr. Harold Snider, 910 Winston Drive, Jefferson City, also voiced his complaint about the rodent problems and the accumulation of trash at this particular site has created. Councilman Halsey informed the Council that ho had driven by thin area on Friday evening and that these gentlemen had a very valid complaint. After further discussion, Councilman Gordon moved that Planning and Code Enforcement in conjunction with Parks and Recreation look at the area in question and report back to the Council at the next Council mooting as to what it will take to clean up thin area. Councilman Halsey seconded and it was approved. # # # Councilman Voile moved the joint meeting of the Cable Quality Commission and the City Council be postponed until after the Commission meeting in July. # # # Councilman Gordon moved to accept the bid for insurance of Winter Dent of U.S.F.& G. Retro with the exception of Boiler, Public Official & Law Enforcement. These three were to go to Ricci & Associates. Councilman Halsey seconded the motion. Councilman Feldman stated he was very uncomfortable with the interchange of bids and proposals. Councilman Voile stated he was very uncomfortable with the whole situation and was not sure that the Council has all the answers. Councilman Voile expressed his displeasure at the Council being REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JUNE 20, 1988 forced to make this type of decision by July 1. Councilman Voile further stated he felt the Council was not addressing the question of whether they should go with a commercial carrier or a public r` entity. Councilman Scheulen stated he felt that with Councilman Gordon's motion the Council was making it clear they were wishing to stay with a commercial carrier. After further discussion, Councilman Gordon withdrew his motion and Councilman Halsey withdrew his second. # # # Councilman Halsey move the Council recess for five minutes. Councilman Gordon seconded and it was approved. The Council meeting reconvened at 10:00 p.m. Councilman Gordon moved that a committee consisting of City Administrator Dave Johnston, City Counselor Allen Garner, Personnel and Safety Officer Sue Utterback and the senior Council member from each ward meet and make a recommendation to the Council at a special session on July 29, regarding insurance coverage. Councilman Halsey seconded the motion and it was approved. # # # Councilman Haake moved that a Resolution be drafted for Council approval that the bids for insurance be received no later than the end of March. Councilman Gordon seconded the motion and it was approved. # # # Mayor Gardner requested the Council to reconsider the date they had chosen for their July meeting as she would be out of town and unable to attend. Councilman Mason stated he did not feel this would be a problem as the Mayor Pro Tem could chair the meeting. # # # Councilman Haake moved that the request from Water District No. 2 for the installation of a new water tank be forwarded to Board of Adjustment for a recommendation. Councilman Halsey seconded the motion and it was approved. # # # Councilman Feldman requested Dave Johnston obtain information on the possibility of unlimited solid waste pick up and any ramifications that might result from this action. # # # Councilman Gordon moved the Mayor draft a Resolution to send to the Missouri Highway and Transportation Department requesting signal lights at the intersection of 179 and Country Club Drive. Councilman Halsey seconded the motion and it was approved. APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES: Councilman Gordon moved approval of the Executive Session Minutes of June 6, 1988. Councilman Halsey seconded and it was approved. There being no further business Councilman Halsey moved the meeting adjourn. Councilman Gordon seconded and it was approved. The meeting adjourned at approximately 10:20 p.m.