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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 3, 1989
A Regular Council Meeting of April 3, 1989, was called to order at
7:30 P.M. with Mayor Louise Gardner presiding. '
Prayer was offered by Father John Fischer, Pastor, St. Peter's Church.
The following Council Members were present: '
Present: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen,
Voile, and Woodman.
Absent: Davis.
A quorum was declared present.
RESOLUTION R088-36:
Mayor Gardner announced the Agenda would be taken out of order and
that Resolution R588-36 would be considered at this time. Mayor
Gardner read the Resolution honoring the Lincoln University Blue Tiger
Battalion Rangers for their outstanding efforts in the regional Ranger
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Challenge competition. Councilman Feldman moved approval of RSOB-36,
Councilman Gordon seconded the motion and it was approved. Mayor
Gardner distributed copies of the Revolution to the Rangers present
at the meeting and presented a Key to the City to Lt. Col . Linward
Appiing on behalf of the Rangers. Lt.. Appiing then presented the Key
to the City to Sergeant First Class Joseph Simms.
MAYOR'S VETO MESSAGE ON BILL 80-179:
Mayor Gardner rend her veto message on Bill 88-179:
VETO MESSAGE
TO: Members of City Council
FROM: Louise Gardner, Mayor
DATE: March 30, 1989
RE: Veto Message on 88-179 Salary Increase for Municipal Judge
Under the authority vested in my office as Mayor under the Charter of
the City of Jefferson, Missouri, I hereby exercise my veto power under
Section 3. 11 (g) and veto Bill 88-179. As required by Charter, I am
III delivering this message to the Council prior to the commencement of
the meeting on April 3, 1989.
The veto of this bill is based on several factors, each of which by
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fill the position. Historically, the salaries for the two positions
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be logical to conclude the salary for both are inappropriate. They rr
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The timing of this legislation is also an issue which should be , r`
4 addressed. Judge Nacy is currently unopposed for re-election on April E':`.`,'
fN 4 , 1989. By waiting to introduce and pass this legislation after. the
1- filing deadline but before the general election, the legislation
4.5S1 amounts to specifying a raise. for a specific individual . if the
1) position warranted a raise, such legislation should have been proposed
prior to the filing deadline for the office to afford other potential
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to the City Council . The facts presented by the City Counselor's
office refute most of the Issues raised by judge Nacy. Judge Nacy In
his subsequent response attempts again to raise an Issue about the
'' adequacy of facilities provided the judge and the judge' s need for
r''':' certain legal support. It is not the duty of the City of Jefferson
z to support Judge Nacy 's private practice nor, should any elected city
official receive support for their private business. It is a
qualification for this office that one be a practicing attorney. ':p'.'.
Practicing attorney would indicate that a full range of tools
necessary for the carrying on of the legal profession would already
exist prior to the time the person chose to run for office. Should
Judge Nacy or anyone else choose not to adequately provide for the
items used in his everyday business, including such things as phones,
that is the decision of that individual and does not somehow become
an obligation of the City. The Judge indicates the need for such
things in his office of law books, stationery, phone services, copying
equipment and indicates it is not possible to use any of the same
items provided through City Hall. This simply is not an accurate
reflection of what is available for the judge.
Two items in Judge Nacy's response deserve specific reply in this
message. The judge indicates that he has been paying his own health
insurance premiums. This is not correct. The health insurance
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premium for the Judge himself is and has been paid by the City of
ks Jefferson. The Judge has chosen to avail himself of an additional
£= benefit available through the City by placing his family on the City's
health insurance plan. He, as any other City employee, must pay for
the additional premiums related to the additional individuals. *:
The Judge 's out of court time needs to be addressed. The Judge has I'
certain duties which he must fulfill which will occasionally involve
him in activities outside of normal court hours. The activities that
are appropriate for a judge are spelled out in the canons of judicial
ethics and are very specific. Many of the items on the list provided
by the Judge, which should be noted was two years old, are not items
which a Judge must or in some cases even should engage in. The
Judge's work is to be conducted in open court for the most part or
'' through communications via court clerks and the burden for out of
court time in our court system should rest much more heavily upon the
City Prosecutor.
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The final comment on the whole package as presented by Judge Nacy has
to do with the fact that he must have private practice in order to
make a living. At no time has it been contemplated by this City
Council or any previous City Councils that this position wan to be a
full.-t im(e position. Court is scheduled for Wednesday nights and two
to three Friday mornings per month. This does not in any way approach
a lull-Lime position and the salary should not reflect a full-time
effort. f t should also be noted that Judge Nacy has on occasion
cancelled court d<'aLes on (short notice at the inconvenience of parties
to enable him to attend other courts.
I f the City Council believes inadequacies exist in the way Court in
currently being operated, rewarding the Municipal Judge seems to be
a strange response. It has not been that far in the past when this
Council found it necessary to pass a minimum fines ordinance in order
to secure appropriate punishment for violators of our ordinances.
This action was in direct response to inaction on the part of Judge
Nacy. To turn around two years later and increase his salary, when
no significant changes have been made in Court which were instigated
by the Judge, does not make good sense.
Changes in Court have been made in the last two years, several of
which reduced the amount of time necessary for the Judge to spend
performing his duties on behalf of the City which in effect have
increased his remuneration on an hourly basis. The Judge's hourly
remuneration, assuming he spends one hour out of court for every hour
in court, would still place the Judge's salary at the average rate for
retention of lawyers in Jefferson City. This is in spite of the fact
that there is no directly attributable overhead to his practice of
Municipal Judge which he would not have as a practicing attorney.
Mayor Gardner then read the question, "Shall the ordinance take
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effect despite the disapproval of the Mayor?" and instructed the
;Council to vote "yes" if they wish to override the veto, and "no" if
;they wish to sustain the veto.
The Mayor's veto of Bill 88-179 was sustained by the following roll '
ball vote:
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Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Halsey, Mason, Owens, and Voile.
Nay: Haake, Scheulen and Woodman.
MAYOR'S VETO MESSAGE ON BILL 88-154:
Mayor Gardner read her veto message on Bill 88-154 :
VETO MESSAGE
!TO: Members of City Council
OROM: Louise Gardner, Mayor
DAM March 30, 1989
1E2 Veto Mon -sage -- 88-154 Establishing Prasidont'a Day an
a City Holiday
Under the authority vested in my office as Mayur under the Charter of
the City of Jefferson, Missouri, I hereby exorcise my veto power under
Section 3 . 11 (g) and veto Dill 88-154 . Aa required by Charter, I am
delivering this message to the Council prior to the commencement of
the meeting on April 3, 1989.
This piece of legislation has had an interesting run through the
legislative process. A bill which provided an additional holiday for
pity employees was amended immediately before passage to a bill
,trading one holiday (Truman'a Birthday) for another holiday
;;(President's Day) after spending four weeks on the informal calendar.
;day the change at the last minute, the input of City employees was
ipegated. What started out as an additional benefit to our City
employees turned into a trade with which they do not necessarily
agree. While it is often difficult to speak for a group, immediately
pn learning of the passage of this legislation City employees
contacted me and circulated petitions amongst themselves opposing this
bill.
pity employees rightly point out that a holiday currently occurring d
in May is being traded for a holiday in February. As most of us <i
;would, they prefer warmer weather for holidays giving them greater
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flexibility in the activities in which they may choose to participate.
In order to provide all City employees with some input on the subject,
a survey was sent out offering them three options which reflect
discussion on the Council floor. These options were to add an
additional holiday, to trade Truman's Birthday for President' s Day or
simply leave the current schedule of holidays intact. As could be
anticipated, the additional holiday was the first choice, the second
choice was to leave the holidays alone and the last option was
trading. While the City Council is the policy-making body for the
City of Jefferson, it should remember that part of policy-making
decisions is to consider the effect on individuals and groups affected
by the policies adopted. The policy the City was considering directly
related to employees, yet their input was neither sought or utilized
in arriving at a decision.
The seasonal differences between Truman's Birthday and President's Day
concerns me from a financial standpoint. It is very unlikely we will
have occasion on Truman's Birthday to ever need to call out City
employees to provide street work due to a snowstorm. This is not the
case on a February date. The additional costs should be taken into
consideration. While the motive of the Council in wanting to
recognize President's Day is a fine one and one which may be
applauded, whenever considerations are being) given for additional
holidays which constitute an employee benefit a true financial picture
should be prepared and a report used as a basis for maki ng this
decision.
Considering the timing of thin legislation and the delayed effective
date until 1990, I would urge the Council to sustain the veto of this
legislation and take the opportunity to seek input from City
employees, to obtain detailed financial information and obtain a
recommendation from the City Administrator and his staff on how best
to proceed.
Councilman Voile stated he felt the City could be likened to a ship
with the Mayor being the Captain, the Council the officers and the
employees the crew. Councilman Voile stated he felt the "Captain" was
allowing the "crew" to make the decisions. Councilman Voile stated
that policy was to be set by the "Captain" and the "Officers", not the
"crew" . Councilman Voile stated the holiday was designed to honor
special individuals, and the fringe benefit was a day off, but it was
not the sole purpose for a holiday.
Councilman Owens stated she had supported the original bill, but was
not in favor of the amended version. Councilman Owens stated that by
eliminating Truman' s Birthday and declaring President's Day, certain
individuals are all meshed together with no emphasis on anyone
individual . Councilman Owens stated she would vote to sustain the
veto.
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! "Shall Gardner then read the question, Shall the ordinance take
!1 effect despite the disapproval of the Mayor?" and instructed the
'1Council to vote "yes" if they wish to override the veto, and "no" if
they wish to sustain the veto.
The Mayor's veto of Bill 88-154 was sustained by the following roll
call vote:
Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Halsey, Mason and Veile.
Nay: Haake, Owens, Scheulen and Woodman.
PUBLIC HEARING:
There was a Public Hearing to discuss voluntary annexation of property
belonging to Scholastic, Inc. There was no one present to speak
either for or against the annexation. The Public Hearing concluded
at approximately 8: 02 p.m.
PREBENTATIONB FROM GALLERY:
Mr. Mike Fritz President of Capital SkyFair, Inc. , addressed the
Council regarding the ai.rnhaw presently being planned for August 26
and 27 , 1989. Mr. Fritz informed the Council that Capital SkyFair,
Inc. , in a non-profit organization designed to promote the Jefferson
City Memorial airport.
Mr. Tony Winkloman also addressed the Council concerning the proposed
air show. Mr. Winkleman informed the Council of some of the events
planned for this airshow and requested the Council endorse this event
and their efforts to make this an annual event. After further
discussion, Councilman Feldman moved approval of Resolution RS88--35.
Councilman Scheulen seconded the motion and it was approved.
Councilman Owens questioned the City's liability for any accidents
that might occur at the airshow. Mr. Fritz informed the Council that
Capital SkyFair, Inc. , was fully insured.
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CONSENT AGENDA:
The Consent Agenda consisted of the following items:
a) Council Minutes of 03/20/89
b) Rejection of following bids:
Bid No. 1078 - Computerized Digital Dictation System (Police)
c) Appointments to Boards and Commissions:
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Juvenile & Family Affairs Advisory Commission - Thomas J.
Brown, III (Replaces Dick Naumann who resigned) Term to expire
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9/90.
Animal Rescue Advisory Commission - Dr. Greg Popp; John Dewar
and Denise Sone (Reappointments)
Councilman Scheulen informed the Council the Appointments Review
Committee had met and recommended approval of the proposed
appointments. Councilman Haake moved approval of the Consent Agenda.
Councilman Gordon seconded the motion and it wan approved.
MINUTES/REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED:
Mayor Gardner announced the following minutes had been received and
were on file in the office of the City Clerk:
Parks and Recreation Commission 2/21/89
ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR:
Mayor Gardner announced copies of the Chamber of Commerce Audit and
the Chamber of Commerce Board Minutes were on file in her office if
anyone wished to coo them.
BILLS INTRODUCED:
Councilman Feldman requested Bill 88--196 be read at this time as there
were a number of individuals in the audience who were present to show
support of this bill. Councilman Feldman requested those present
stand and be recognized. There was no objection to this bill being
read at this time.
Bill 88-196, sponsored by Councilmen Halsey, Feldman, Gordon, Mason,
Owens, Veile and Woodman, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE BUDGET
OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON BY APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL FUND
TO THE PURCHASE/IMPROVEMENTS LAND/BUILDING FUND.
Bill 88-196 was read first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council.
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Bill 88-188, sponsored by Councilman Mason, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, VACATING AND
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'DISCONTINUING A PORTION OF THE ASHLEY STREET RIGHT OF WAY AND THE
iWALNUT STREET RIGHT OF WAY.
Bill 88-188 was read first and second time by title and ordered
t distributed to members of the Council.
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`$ Bill 88-189, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ESTABLISHING MINIMUM
REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, ALTERATION,
ENLARGEMENT, REPAIR, DEMOLITION, REMOVAL, MAINTENANCE AND USE OF ALL
._` BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS,
COLLECTION OF FEES, MAKING OF INSPECTIONS; PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE
VIOLATION THEREOF; TO BE KNOWN AS THE BUILDING CODE; REPEALING
ORDINANCE 10397; REPEALING SECTIONS 7-6, 7-18, 7-38, OF THE CODE OF
THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI AND ENACTING TWO NEW SECTIONS IN LIEU
THEREOF.
Bill. 80--189 was read first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council .
Bill 80-190, sponsored by Councilman .;eheu1on, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF :JEFFERSON, MISSOURI , PRESCRIBING A
NATIONAL PLUMBING CODE, PROVIDING FOR THE ADMINISTRATION AND
ENFORCEMENT THEREOF, CREATING THE OFFICE OF PLUMBING INSPECTOR,
PROVIDING FOR THE APPOINTMENT, TERM OF OFFICE, QUALIFICATIONS, BOND,
POWERS, AND DUTIES THEREOF, THE ISSUANCE OF LICENSES TO PLUMBERS,
EXAMINATIONS THEREOF, CREATING A PLUMBING BOARD OF REVIEW, REGULATING
ALL, PLUMBING WORK AND THE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE IN BUILDINGS OF
ALL PLUMBING SYSTEMS, PROVIDING FEES TO BE CHARGED, PROVIDING A
PENALTY FOR VIOLATIONS, PROVIDING AN APPEALS PROCESS, REPEALING
ORDINANCE NO. 10398, RIPEALING SECTION 7-5 OF THE CITY CODE AND
ENACTING A NEW SECTION IN LIEU THEREOF.
Bill 88-190 was read first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council .
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;Bill 88-191, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ESTABLISHING THE
;MINIMUM REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE CONDITIONS AND MAINTENANCE OF ALL
;PROPERTY, BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES BY PROVIDING THE STANDARDS FOR
'SUPPLIED UTILITIES AND FACILITIES AND OTHER PHYSICAL THINGS AND
CONDITIONS ESSENTIAL TO ENSURE THAT STRUCTURES ARE SAFE, SANITARY AND
'FIT FOR OCCUPATION AND USE; AND THE CONDEMNATION OF BUILDINGS AND
STRUCTURES UNFIT FOR HUMAN OCCUPANCY; ESTABLISHING POWERS AND DUTIES
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OF THE CODE OFFICIAL AND HIS DESIGNATED HOUSING INSPECTOR(S) AND
PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF.
Bill 88-191 was read first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council.
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Bill 88-192, sponsored by Councilman Mason, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING
ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FOR USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE SEVEN
HILLS ROAD PROJECT INCLUDING THE USE OF THE POWER OF EMINENT DOMAIN.
WHEREAS, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, HAS
ADOPTED A PLAN FOR THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES HEREINAFTER
LEGALLY DESCRIBED, FOR STREET AND UTILITY PURPOSES, AND FOR THE
PAYMENT OF THE SAME.
Bill 88-192 was read first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council.
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Bill 88-193, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND
APPROVING THE PLAT OF FOXBORO SUBDIVISION, SECTION 5, A SUBDIVISION
OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON.
Dill 80.193 was read first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council.
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Bill 88--194 , sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING ORDINANCE
11120 ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 1988-89 BY INCREASING
REVENUES, EXPENSES AND AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL IN THE PUBLIC WORKS
DEPARTMENT, WASTEWATER DIVISION.
Bill 88-194 was read first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council.
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Bill 88-195, sponsored by Councilman Owens, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH VON HOFFMAN PRESS, INC. ,
. RICHARD S. GRONER, JOANN C. GRONER, BERNARD J. GRONER, DONNA J. GRONER
AND JOHN W. GRONER FOR A BOUNDARY LINE ADJUSTMENT.
Bill 88-195 was read first and second time by title and ordered
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distributed to members of the Council.
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; Councilman Scheulen requested City Counselor Allen Garner write a
detailed report indicating any and all changes made in the proposed
codes to be adopted and the prior codes.
HILL; PENDING:
Bill 88-182, sponsored 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 AREA
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF A LODGINGS TAX FUND.
Bill 88-182 was road third time by title, placed on final passage.
Councilman Halsey moved to amend the contract to read as follows:
. . . Following approval by the City, adjustments within the total
amount approved may be made of a minor nature with the approval of
the Advisory Board appointed by the Chamber, provided that if
adjustments in major categories, i.e. , Administration, Operations
and Programs, exceeds ten percent (10%) it shall not be made prior
to receiving the approval of the City Administrator who shall
inform the Mayor and city Council of the change in the budget.
Councilman Haake seconded the motion and it was approved.
Bill 88-182 and passed as amended by the following vote as Ordinance
No. 11199,
Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Scheulen, Veile and
Woodman.
Nay: None.
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„Bill 88-183, sponsored by Councilmen Woodman and Haake, entitled:
''AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 29
1,TRANSPORTATION OF'THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY THE
(ADDITION OF AN ARTICLE PERMITTING COMMERCIAL ADVERTISING ON BUSES
UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES.
Bill 88-183 was read third time by title. Councilman Veile informed
the Council he had some serious concerns about some of the provisions
of the bill and the restrictions placed on advertisers. Councilman
Veile voiced his objections to many of the subsections under the Jules,
section of this bill, and stated he felt Council should carefully look F';
at this bill.
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Councilman Owens stated her objection to subsection (k) which
prohibits the advertisement of tobacco products, alcohol products or
sexual activity. Councilman Owens state these three items should not
be linked together and that "sexual activity" was too vague a phrase.
Councilman Woodman requested this bill be placed on the Informal
Calendar to give the Council time to voice their concerns. Councilman
Haake agreed to the placing this bill on the Informal Calendar but
requested the Council continue to discuss their concerns so that staff
had some guidelines for proceeding.
Councilman Halsey stated his concurrence with some of the concerns
expressed by Councilman Veile and questioned City Counselor Allen
Garner whether or not staff had obtain information from other cities
the size of Jefferson City. Mr. Garner stated staff had requested
information from cities who allow advertising on buses, regardless of
the size of the City, as many cities still do not allow such
advertising. Mr. Garner informed the Council that this was
deliberately drafted to be restrictive. Mr. Garner stated that once
this area has been declared to be public forum, then restrictions
cannot be imposed. Mr. Garner stated the time to establish the rules
and regulations is before it is placed into effect. These rules can
be made more lenient, but very seldom is a city successful in making
them stricter.
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Bill 88-184 , sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN INTERMUNICIPAL AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY
OF ST. MARTINS FOR THE PROVISION OF SEWER SERVICES.
Bill 88-184 was read third time by title and placed on final passage.
Councilman Halsey requested this bill be placed on the Informal
Calendar.
INFORMAL CALENDAR:
Bill 88-174, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH ENERGY MASTERS CORPORATION
FOR COMPREHENSIVE ENERGY MANAGEMENT SERVICES.
Councilman Halsey requested this bill remain on the Informal Calendar.
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Bill 88-175, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH PHILLIPS PIPELINE COMPANY
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OR WORK IN CONNECTION WITH THE RELOCATION AND REIMBURSEMENT CONNECTED
HEREWITH OF THE PIPELINE IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE SEVEN HILLS ROAD
ROJECT. ,'
ouncilman Halsey requested this bill remain on the Informal Calendar.
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Bill 88-176, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY
DISTRICT NUMBER 2, FOR THE COST SHARING OF RELOCATION EXPENSES
ASSOCIATED WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF SEVEN HILLS ROAD.
Councilman Halsey requested this bill remain on the Informal Calendar.
BBOLUTIONB
Councilman Gordon moved approval of RS88-34 authorizing the Director
'Of Transportation to request technical assistance from the U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers for flood control in Cedar City and the airport
rea. Councilman Feldman seconded the motion and it was approved.
Councilman Feldman moved approval of RS88-37 approving Cedar City
executing an Urban Agreement with the State of Missouri in conjunction
with the now Missouri River Bridge. Councilman Gordon seconded the
motion and it was approved.
Councilman Schoulon moved to require all resolutions to have a sponsor
and a brief history outlining the purpose of the resolution.
Councilman Mason seconded the motion and it was approved.
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City Counselor Allen Garner reviewed for the council his memorandum
regarding the status on the intervention and the reports from Water
District No. 1 and No. 2 . Mr. Garner stated he had just received the
'.sport from Capital City Water Company and had not had opportunity to
l eview it as of yet. Mr. Garner informed the Council he would be
;copying most of the report for their review. Mr. Garner informed the
Council he had not yet received the requested report from Water
Oistrict No. 2 .
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ity Counselor Allen Garner the report and recommendations prepared
y staff on Marshall Street. Councilman Haake stated he felt the
uggestions from staff were a step forward and he moved for Council
to direct staff to proceed with the implementation of phase 1. S'
ouncilman Veile seconded the motion. ,
r. Homer Cavett of 320 E. Dunklin addressed the Council expressing `!
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his concern over the lack of involvement he and other individuals with
interest in this area had been allowed. After some discussion, Mr.
Cavett stated he had not seen the report and would like to review it
before Council took any action. Councilman Haake withdrew his motion
and Councilman Veile withdrew his second. Mayor Gardner instructed
Mr. Cavett and those present with him to review the recommendations
of staff and come back into the meeting with their comments.
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Councilman Scheulen expressed his displeasure at the number of
discussions and conversations that were taking place outside Council
Chambers which involved decisions to be made by the Council .
Councilman Scheulen stated there were certain items that gave the
impression the deals were cut and dried before the issue ever reached
the Council floor. Councilman Scheulen stated that in the past when
there were pressing issues to be discussed, a special meeting was
called or a work session was scheduled. Councilman Scheulen stated
that felt it was the responsibility to see that all business that was
conducted was done openly and in a forthright manner.
Councilman Ilaake stated he agreed with the statements Councilman
Scheulen made. Councilman Ilaake stated he had been upset the see an
article in the paper which gave the impression he was against an issue
of which he had not been made aware. Councilman Haake stated the
Council Chambers wan the place whore items needed to be discussed in
open forum with everyone involved.
After further discussion, Councilman ;,choulen stated ho wan not
opposed to a particular issue, but was opposed to the process being
used by other Councilmen. Councilman Scheulen stated he resented not
being a part of the process by which certain decisions were made.
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Mayor Gardner asked Mr. Cavett if he was ready to discuss the proposed
plans for Marshall Street. Mr. Cavett stated he accepted the street
lights, would like to see more trash cans and restrooms in the park,
but was not in favor of a fence being constructed around the area or
the hours of the park being changed. Councilman Voile moved that
phase 1 be adopted and staff be instructed to look into the
feasibility of additional trash cans and restrooms in the park.
Councilman Haake seconded the motion.
After further discussion on the reason for constructing the fence and
the hours of the park, Councilman Mason called for the question.
Councilman Halsey seconded the call and it was approved with
Councilman Feldman casting the only dissenting vote.
The original motion was unanimously approved.
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W BUSINESS:
om Benton, Director of Planning & Code Enforcement, announced that
channel 15 would be carrying the coverage of the election results for
the Council and the School Board.
Councilman Feldman informed the Council that the Cable Quality
Commission did not have an operating budget of its own. Councilman
Feldman stated there was a very important conference in St. Louis on
Cable television and the Commission would like to send Mr. Bob Weber
and Mr. Morris Trout. Councilman Feldman moved the Council approve
he attendance of Mr. Weber and Mr. Trout at the conference with
:expenses not to exceed $550.00. Councilman Halsey seconded the motion
and it was approved.
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City Administrator Dave Johnston questioned whether or not April 10,
1989, was an acceptable date for a work session. After some
'discussion, the work session was rescheduled for 7.30 p.m. on April
'25, 1989.
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councilman Gordon moved approval of the Executive Session Minutes of
March 20, 1989. Councilman Voile seconded the motion and it was
approved.
Mere being no further business to coma before the Council, Councilman
'Make moved to adjourn. Councilman Mason seconded the motion and it
'$ias approved. Meeting adjourned at approximately 9: 15 p.m.
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