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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 5, 1990
A Regular Council Meeting of November 5, 1990, was called to order
at 7 :30 P.M. with Mayor Louise Gardner presiding.
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Prayer was offered by Reverend H. Eugene Akeman, Pastor of
Community Christian Church.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by City Administrator Dave
Johnston.
The following Council Members were present:
Present: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens,
Scheulen, Voile, Vincent, and Woodman.
Absent: None.
A quorum was declared present.
Mayor Gardner introduced Mr. David Anderson, Assistant Scout Master
for Troop 2 from the First Presbyterian Church in Jefferson City.
Mr. Anderson informed those in attendance that ho had brought with A ,k. .
him seven boys who were work♦ l on their Citizenship in the
Community badge.
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PRESENTATIONS FROM GALLERY: I
Marty Asel , Executive Director of the Jefferson City Convention and
Visitors' Bureau introduced Gary Collins who reviewed for the
Council the proposed budget for the 1990/91 fiscal year.
Councilman Feldman asked if the problems that had been experienced -
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with the collection of the delinquent funds had been resolved. Ms .
Asel stated that to her knowledge all of the past-duo accounts had 1
been settled. After further discussion on the increase in the
number of conventions coming to Jefferson City, Councilman Halsey
moved to approve the budget of the Jefferson City Convention & I
Visitor's Bureau as presented. Councilman Gordon seconded the
motion and it was approved.
Councilman Voile informed the Council he would like to make a few
comments to let the public know how the City had arrived at the
issue that was about to be discussed. Councilman Veile stated that
on October 17, 1990, a statement had been issued regarding
relocation of the poor and homeless from St. Louis to Jefferson
City. Councilman Voile stated that some investigation had been
conducted to see how this program was being conducted. Councilman
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Voile state" that the purpose of the next portion of the Agenda was
to find out if such a program was still in effect and to have a
clear understanding of how the program worked. Councilman Veile
stated that he did not believe that anyone on the Council had a
problem with individuals wanting a better life, however, there was
=r' some concern about a program that brought individuals into
Jefferson City and then abandoned them with no recourse.
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Reverend Larry Rice, Route 2, New Bloomfield, Missouri , stated that
approximately one and one-half to two years ago he had assisted
some individuals who had desired to leave the St . Louis area due to
the cost of living and the increase in crime. Reverend Rice stated
that his organization had a house that had been set up as a
transitional house to assist these individuals into becoming a part
of the community, but that due to a lack of volunteers, this house
was no longer in operation.
Reverend Rico introduced his attorney, Dan Dodson, 420 Hickory,
Jefferson City, Missouri., who cautioned the Council about making
unsubstantiated statements and innuonclon . Mr. Dodnon stated that
it was not the desire of Reverend Rice to bring about a lawsuit,
but he would do no if he deemed it necessary.
Attar further comments by Reverend Rico, Councilman linaku stated he
believed there had some misconceptions about certain comments that
.'a had boon made Councilman Henke stated that the questions that had
boon nuked by Councilman Voile wore just that., quentionu , and that
the Council would like to have those quest.i.onu answered by nomoono
who in involved with the organization.
Reverend Rico stated that his organization does not have an
organized program for relocating individuals from St. Louis to
Jefferson City.
Councilman Voile asked Reverend Rice if he had over had such a
program and was informed that approximately one ono-half to two
years ago there had been such a program. Councilman Veil° asked
how many families had been brought to Jefferson City. Reverend
Rice stated that approximately twelve families had been brought to
Jefferson City and that most of these families had been single
mothers with small children.
Councilman Voile asked Reverend Rice if he was still encouraging
and/or motivating individuals to come to Jefferson City. Reverend
Rice stated that they were assisting individuals in getting where
they wanted to go. Reverend Rice stated that he might share with
these individuals certain economic facts about the City, such as
the cost of housing, etc.
Councilman Voile asked Reverend Rice if he gave anyone money to
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rryf= come to Jefferson City. Reverend Rice stated it was his
;k = organization's policy to give $200 to individuals when they leave
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to those coming Into this community, Councilman Feldman asked
- ii Reverend Rice if he met with other service organizations in the i, t
i' community. Reverend Rice stated that he did not due to time 1 f,
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factors . Reverend Rice explained that he is travelling frequently 1� and not always available to meet with these organizations .
' Councilman Halsey questioned Reverend Rice as to whether or not he
had any type of program used to evaluate those individuals he had
assisted in coming to Jefferson City for potential jobs, housing,
etc. Reverend Rico stated that they had done some reference checks
>.: ; and had assisted these Individuals in getting set up in a place to
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live. Reverend Rice stated that if there were problems with
landlords, he tried to work with the landlord and the tenant to ,
solve the problem. 1i
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Councilman Halsey recommended Reverend Rico moot with the Chief of
'4 Police, the ministerial aal l iance and other service organizations in
the City and explain what .It is he would like to accomplish and
peek their assts t sst.tance.
'! Councilman Mason thanked Reverend Rico
for coning and assisting i.n c lari f y lng th i s issue for the Counci l . Counci lman Mason asked
Reverend Ricca if he would consider working with as Tank Force ii
composed of members of other organizations to try and establish a
program of assisting those in need. Reverend Rice stated that he
would consider hosing a member of the task force, i f they would
discuss real issuers and problems, not just moot to discuss problems
1 that don' t exist .
Councilman Voile reviewed for the Council certain statistics he had
f; obtained regarding the number of persons the Salvation Army had
assisted who had stated they had come to them from Reverend Rice 's
II organization and the increase in Cole County assistance that had
! occurred in the past several months.
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Councilman Voile questioned Reverend Rice regarding an estimation
of the net worth of his organization having been approximately 3 . 5
million dollars in 1986 and higher in 1967 . Reverend Rice stated
I this was due largely to the two television stations he operates, ,
E one in Callaway County and one in St. Louis . l'
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Reverend Rice concluded his comments stating the City shows a lack i'
of concern for the poor and homeless by collecting the tax placed
on the utility bills, the lack of assistance in paying these bills,
and the harassment of individuals selling a newspaper they produce
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Captain Steve Kiger, Salvation Army, stated that there is a need to
be cautious about over-simplifying the problem and the solutions.
Captain Kiger stated that studies show that illiteracy, drug and
alcohol abuse, education, etc. , are all factors which contribute to
this problem and that a holistic approach must be taken to reach a
solution. Captain Kiger stated that the motivation of the
Salvation Army is a love for God and a desire to meet the practical
needs of people.
Councilman Mason asked Captain Kiger if he would be willing to work
with a task force to study this problem. Captain Kiger stated that
a task force had been formed a few years ago, but had not been
meeting as thorn had not been a significant problem in Jefferson
City. Captain Kiger stated that most of the those in Jefferson i
City had boon in need of assistance with utility bills .
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Father Hugh Behan, 3314 Country Club Drive, stated that the problem
of homelessness had to be seen in light of joblessness, lack of
education, etc. Father Behan stated he would like to see Jefferson
City become a leader in this issue in hopes that they may have some
influence on the legislature. Father Behan stated that there is a
number of prisons, but very little money for rehabilitation.
Father Behan also suggested that Reverend Rico have someone in his
organization that could act as a liaison with other service ,.
organizations in the community and also with the public to answer
their questions when they arise. Father Bohan stated this could t
help alleviate some confusion on the part of the public.
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Ms . Judy Baldwin, 5407 Brett Court, spoke to the Council concerning
a problem she had had with a sewer, backup in her family room. Ms.
Baldwin stated this had come through a portion of the Grays Creek
that the City had acquired. Ms . Baldwin stated that the City had
been unresponsive to her needs and that she had taken them to Small
Claims Court. Ms. Baldwin stated the City had been found negligent
but that the City Counselor was going to file an appeal . Ms.
Baldwin stated that there are several problems with City services
and that the Council should work together to provide a better
environment for the residents of Jefferson City.
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CONSENT AGENDA:
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The Consent Agenda consisted of the following items:
a) Council Minutes of 10/15/90
b) Approval of the following bids :
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1205 - Electrical Services, All City
1206 - Municipal Complex Landscape Maintenance and
Cemetery Maintenance, Public Buildings
1208 - Construction rf Fire Station 5, Fire Department
c) Approve September monthly financial report
Councilman Haake moved approval of the Consent Agenc,. . Councilman
Woodman seconded the motion and it was approved.
MINUTES/REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED:
Mayor Gardner announced the following minutes/reports had been
received and were on filo in the office of the City Clerk.
Police Personnel Board 8/2/90; Housing Authority Board of
Commissioners 8/31/90; Thomas Jefferson Library System 9/18/90;
Jefferson City Library Board 9/19/90; Jefferson City Library Board
10/3/90; Solid Waste Committee 10/15/90; Cable Quality Commission
10/22/90
ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR:
Mayor Gardner announced the Chamber of Commerce agenda, minutes & I
monthly reports wore on file in her office if anyone wished to see
them.
Mayor Gardner distributed to the Council the Final Report of the
Housing Concerns Committee. Mayor Gardner stated that the
Committee had made a total of 54 recommendations and encouraged the
Council to review this report carefully.
Mayor Gardner announced she would be appearing on a special live
television show to be aired on Channel 3, JCTV, on Wednesday,
November 7 from 7:00 p.m. to 9 : 30 p.m. Mayor Gardner stated that
she would be on a panel with other individuals from the State and
local emergency management associations to discuss what to do
during a natural disaster. The Mayor encouraged the citizens to
watch the program and call in during the program with questions .
Mayor Gardner reminded the public that filing for public office
begins at 8:00 a.m. on November 6 .
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BILLS INTRODUCED:
`.r Bill 90-114 , sponsored by Councilman Woodman, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AIRPORT AID AGREEMENT WITH THE
MISSOURI HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR AN AIRPORT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO AIR 912-40B.
Bill 90-114 was read first and second time by title and ordered 3.
distributed to members of the Council . Councilman Woodman
requested a suspension of the rules for this bill as the grant
papers have to be filed with the State of Missouri prior to the
next Council meeting. Councilman Feldman questioned why this had
not been sent to the Council prior to this meeting and was informed
by Director of Transportation Marty Bross that their Department had
not received the grant until after the last Council meeting. As
there was no objection from the Council, Bill 90-114 was road third
time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance No. 11504 .
Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Hacako, Halsey, Marion, Owens, Schoulen,
Voi.lea,. Vincent, and Woodman.
Nay: Nonce
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Bill 90- 115, sponsored by Councilman Woodman, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI , AMENDING THE CODE
OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY AMENDING SECTION 22-74 OF
CHAPTER 22 (Vn tL( .lnb DINN,.r'.......b.T'Q..j'_k fllc,) AS IT PER`I'AINSS TO PARKING
t FEES.
Bill 90-115 was read first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council .
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Bill 90-116, sponsored by Councilman Feldman, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER
2, SECTION 2-46 AND 2-47 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON,
MISSOURI , CONCERNING LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEES OF THE COUNCIL.
Bill 90-116 was read first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council .
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Bill 90-117, sponsored by Councilmen Voile & Feldman, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, PROVIDING FOR THE
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DEBARMENT OF BIDDERS FOR PUBLIC WORKS IN ACCORDANCE WITH CERTAIN
STANDARDS HEREINAFTER SET FORTH.
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Bill 90-117 was read first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council .
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Bill 90-118, sponsored by Councilman Feldman, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER
18 (MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS 6( OFFENSES) THE CODE OF THE CITY OF
JEFFERSON, MISSOURI , TO INCLUDE A NEW SECTION TO BE ENTITLED, SALE
OF TOBAcCQ TO MINORS; AND FIXING THE TIME WHEN THIS ORDINANCE SHALL
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Bill 90-118 was read first and second time by title and ordered 1
distributed to members of the Council . Councilman Feldman informed i
the Council it was his intent to have this bill on the Informal
Calendar for the maximum amount of time to allow for public input.
Councilman Feldman requested a public hearing be held at the next
Council meeting on this bill .
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;N` hill 90. 119, sponsored by Councilmen Woodman Henke, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI , AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK '1'O EXECUTE AN CAPI'T'AL ASSISTANCE GRANT WITH
THE MISSOURI HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR THE PURCHASE
OF THREE 17 PASSENGER WIIEELCHAIR LIFT- EQUIPPED MINI BUSES AND SIX
BUS STOP BENCHES.
Bill 90-119 was road first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council .
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Bill 90-120, sponsored by Councilman Woodman, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI , AMENDING SCHEDULE
V (tt NDICAP );D ARKING $PACE:S) OF SECTION 19-401 OF THE CODE OF THE
CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY THE ADDITION OF A PORTION OF WEST
DUNKLIN STREET,
Bill 90-120 was read first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council .
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Bill 90-121, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, RELINQUISHING A
CERTAIN EASEMENT FOR STORMWATER PURPOSES OVER LAND LOCATED IN
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' WESTWOOD SUBDIVISION AND IN SWIFT AND THOMPSON SUBDIVISION, IN
JEFFERSON CITY, MISSOURI .
Bill 90-121 was read first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council.
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Bill 90-122, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
OF FIRE STATION 5.
Bill 90-122 was read first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council .
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Bill 90-123, sponsored by Councilman Voile, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A WARRANTY DEED GRANTING A
PERMANENT EASEMENT TO THE MISSOURI HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION
COMMISSION FOR A PORTION OF WASHINGTON PARK.
Bill 90-123 was read first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council .
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Bill 90-124 , sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH I .A.F.F. LOCAL
671 .
Bill 90-124 was read first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council .
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Bill 90-125, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, 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 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.
1 Bill 90-125 was read first and second time by title and ordered
distributed to members of the Council .
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Bill 90-106, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH GREEN HORIZONS
GARDEN CENTER, INC. , FOR THE 1990 STREET TREE REPLACEMENT PROJECT.
Bill 90-106 was read third time by title, placed on final passage,
and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11505 .
Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen,
Voile, Vincent, and Woodman.
Nay: None.
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Bill 90-107, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI , REPEALING 1
ORDINANCE 11131 PERTAINING TO THE PERSONNEL POLICY MANUAL FOR THE +,
MUNICIPAL SERVICE OF JEFFERSON CITY, MISSOURI, AND ENACTING A NEW i
ORDINANCE IN LIEU THEREOF.
Bill 90-107 was road third time by title, placed on final passage.
Councilman Schoulon moved Bill 90-107 be amended as follows :
1 . AMEND SECTION 3-9. COMMERCIAL DRIVERS ` LICENSE TO READ AS
FOLLOWS:
(d) Reimburse employees who are employed on
November 1, 1990, on a one time basis, for the
difference between the required higher class
Commercial Drivers license foe and the fee for
the license formerly required, the $5 . 00
written testing, and the $5 .00 road testing
foe (if required) . Testing foes shall be paid it
only once, any retesting necessary because of
failure to pass the test shall be paid by the �!
employee.
2. ADD PARAGRAPH (a) TO SECTION 8-10. SALARY ADVANCEMENTS AND
BONUSES TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
(a) A pay increase of 2% within the pay range of
the class shall be awarded to original
appointees, appointed before November 1, 1990,
upon successful completion of the required six
month or 12 month probationary period.
Renumber paragraph (a) of Section 8-10 to (b) and renumber
paragraph (b) of Section 8-10 to (c) .
3. DELETE SECTION 15-9 . MEAL ALLOWANCE.
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I, Renumber Section 15-10 to Section 15-9.
r' 4 . AMEND SECTION 13-1 . AMOUNT, TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
Employees in the municipal service shall earn twelve ( 12
1 hours) of sick leave with pay credit monthly, except for Fire
II service personnel assigned to fire suppression duty, who shall
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earn twenty (20) hours sick leave with pay credit monthly.
Each part-time employee with benefits shall earn six hours of
sick leave with pay credit monthly.
5. AMEND SECTION 13-3 . ACCRUAL, TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
Full-time and part-time employees with benefits, except
employees assigned to fire suppression duty, may
accumulate sick leave with pay to a maximum of one
thousand three hundred and ninety-two ( 1 , 392) hours.
Fire service personnel assigned to fire suppression duty
may accumulate sick leave with pay to a maximum of one
thousand eight hundred seventy-two ( 1872) hours . Sick
leave does not accrue while the employee is absent from
work without pay or in receiving benefits from Workers
Compensation, long term disability insurance, or. LAGERS.
6 . AMEND SECTION 13-4 . INCENTIVE PROGRAM, TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
No payment k:hall be made for sick leave not used.
However, four (4) hours of compensatory time off shall be
earned for each calendar quarter during which a full-time
employee, not assigned to shift duty in the Police or
Fire departments, does not use sick leave. The maximum
accumulation of compensatory time as specified in Section
8-13 (b) ( 240 hours maximum, except 480 maximum for
public safety & seasonal employees) shall be inclusive of
compensatory time earned under the provisions of the
incentive program.
'; Councilman Mason seconded the motion and it was approved. Bill 90-
" 107 was passed as amended by the following vote as Ordinance No.
11497.
I; Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen,
i'i Veils, Vincent, and Woodman.
fi Nay: None.
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Bill 90-108, sponsored by Councilman Gordon, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, CHANGING, iI
AMENDING, AND MODIFYING THE ZONING MAP OF THE ZONING CODE OF THE ij
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CITY OF JEFFERSON, BY REZONING LOTS 16 AND 17 OF W. A. CURRY'S
SUBDIVISION EAST OF U.S. 54 ( 1128 JEFFERSON STREET) FROM RA-2, rY
MULTIPLE FAMILY, TO C-O, OFFICE COMMERCIAL. tj}t
Bill 90-108 was read third time by title, placed on final passage,
h and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11498.
Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen,
Voile, Vincent, and Woodman.
Nay: None.
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Bill 90-109, sponsored by Councilman 109, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CODE ;1
OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY AMENDING SCHEDULE J (PARKING
PROHIBITED) OF SECTION 19-401 BY ADDING A PORTION OF EDGEWOOD
DRIVE.
Bill 90-- 109 was read third time by title, placed on final pat ,e,
and pnssod by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11499 .
Aye: Feldman, Gordon, fnake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Schoulen,
Voile, Vincent, and Woodman.
Nay: None.
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Bill 90-110, sponsored by Councilman Haake, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CODE
OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI , BY AMENDING SCHEDULE H MM.
SIGNS) OF SECTION 19-401 BY ADDING A PORTION OF ST. MARY'S
BOULEVARD.
Bill 90-110 was road third time by title, placed on final passage,
and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11500.
Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen,
Voile, Vincent, and Woodman.
Nay: None.
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Bill 90-111, sponsored by Councilman Haake, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CODE
OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY AMENDING SCHEDULE S (LOADING
ZONES) (C) (PASSENGER LOADING ZONES) OF SECTION 19-401 BY ADDING A
PORTION OF EDGEWOOD DRIVE.
Bill. 90-111 was read third time by title, placed on final passage,
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and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11501 .
Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen,
Veile, Vincent, and Woodman.
Nay: None.
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Bill 90-112, sponsored by Councilman Woodman, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH BOYD, BROWN, ,
STUDE AND CAMBERN FOR THE DESIGN OF THE JEFFERSON STREET PARKING
GARAGE.
Bill 90-112 was read third time by title, placed on final passage.
Councilman Vincent stated the Council had expressed some concern at
the last meeting about not rushing into this project and requested
that Marty Drone, Director of Transportation, respond to this. Mr.
Drone stated that this firm has done an excellent job on the
current project and has served the City well . Mr. Bros) stated he
could recommend thin firm for the Jefferson Street project.
Councilman Vincent questioned if the City would have two projects
going at the same time and wan answered in the affirmative. Mr.
Brost) stated he believed thin to be to the City' s advantage as
there would be one resident engineer who could oversee the two
projects .
Councilman Scheulen asked whether or not the question regarding
ownership of the land had boon resolved. City Counselor Allen
Garner stated it had not been resolved, however, that would not
effect the design phase of the project. Mr. Garner stated it was
his recommendation that the Council purchase the property in
question prior to construction. City Administrator Dave Johnston
stated his concurrence with this recommendation.
Councilman Feldman questioned whether or not any other engineering
firms were considered for this project. Mr. Drone reviewed the
City's policy for the bidding of professional services and stated
that as this engineering firm has presented a bid for a similar
project within the last year, it was not necessary to rebid this
project.
Councilman Halsey questioned the need to begin this project at this
time and asked about the possibility of placing this bill on the
Informal Calendar until the concern's of the Council have been more
fully addressed.
Councilman Haake asked if there would be substantial savings by i
having this firm work on this project. Mr. Brose stated that this
firm has previously done a preliminary design for this project and
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that design can be utilized and revised at this time. .
Councilman Gordon stated he believed the City should bid every 1 ,gt
', I request for professional services and asked the City Administrator 1 ,v,--
:}. I to check into making this policy, City Counselor Allen Garner ' "
informed the Council that State Statute prohibits the bidding for ,
professional services . Mr. Garner stated that the City may request ,>
°_.' proposals, select a firm and then negotiate the price for each
;,t. project . e,
.,t , City Administrator Dave Johnston reviewed for the Council the ':
procedure for requesting proposals and why they weren't requested _-r
1 for this project.
,, Councilman Vincent stated his desire to see the Council proceed
1 with this project. Councilman Vincent stated there is a need to
I provide adequate parking for the entire downtown area and believed
iI this project should go forward. ii
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Councilman Scheulen stated his agreement with Councilman Vincent . I
Councilman Scheulen stated it was his personal opinion that this ';
1 firm had been blamed for some problems that they had no control
over. Councilman Scheulen stated that if the Council prolongs thin
, issue very long, they will experience some of the name problems :.
they are currently experiercing with the Madison Street garage .
i Councilman Feldman questioned whether or not the City would receive
t' a reduction in charges due to the preliminary work that had boon
accomplished to date. f`
; Mr. Marty Drone stated this had not boon dincuesed with the firm,
I however, he believed that the City would experience a savings in
that it will require less time to accomplish the final design.
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After further discussion, Bill 90-112 and passed by the following
vote as Ordinance No. 11502 , with Mayor Gardner voting in the '1
affirmative and breaking the tie . ;I
Aye: Haake, Owens, Scheulen, Vincent, Woodman and Mayor ' „
Gardner. ;,
Nay: Feldman, Gordon, Halsey, Mason, and Voile. 1
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Bill 90-113, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled; 1 1
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE
BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY CHANGING THE 1 ,
APPROPRIATIONS OF THE FUNDS IN THE GENERAL FUND TO VARIOUS CITY
DEPARTMENTS. I
Bill 90-113 was read third time by title, placed on final passage,
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and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11503.
Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Heake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen,
Veile, Vincent, and Woodman.
Nay: None.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
City Administrator Dave Johnston requested City Counselor Allen
Garner review for the Council the Proposal that had been
distributed prior to the meeting. Mr. Garner informed the Council
of the compromises this proposal contained, stating it was staff 's
recommendation to proceed and approve the change order.
Councilman Vincent stated it was his understanding that long-term
parking would still be prohibited in the parking garage, thus give
the maximum amount of spaces available for the holiday shopping
season. Marty arose, Director of Transportation, stated this was
correct.
Mark Lindsay, Downtown Business Association, stated that the
merchants would still rather nee the project closed down until next
spring, however, if the garage were going to be open the City
should ensure that no permanent parke n would be allowed and that
the public is made aware that the garage was open for parking. Mr.
Broeo :stated that steps were being taken to discourage long-term
parking in the garage to assist in providing parking for the
downtown merchants .
Councilman Feldman questioned whether or not the construction
vehicles and trailers would be removed from Madison Street by
November 23 . Mr. H111 Crull , Project Coordinator for J.C.
Industries, stated they would be moved by this date.
After further discussion on liquidated damages, Councilman Vincent
moved the Council adopt Proposal "A". Councilman Haake seconded
the motion and it was approved.
# # #
City Administrator Dave Johnston stated that his report on the part
time and seasonal employees had been distributed in the packet and
could be discussed at this time or at a later date. Councilman
Feldman stated he would like to have it discussed at a special
ii meeting. Councilman Feldman stated that while this report could
Justify the number of employees hired in this capacity, it did not
1 address the efficiency with which these employees function.
Councilman Feldman stated he would like the opportunity to discuss
this with the Department Directors .
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Councilman Scheulen stated that this approach could be taken to the
entire budget. Councilman Scheulen stated he believed this portion �,
of the budget was relatively minor in relation to the entire
picture. Councilman Scheulen stated that it was his opinion that
seasonal employees were getting a "bad reputation" in the City and
that he felt the Council should put this matter to rest and let
staff get on with their planning.
After further discussion as to the need for a special meeting to ;j
discuss this issue, Councilman Feldman moved to find an evening in
November, other than a Council meeting night, for the Finance ;I
Committee to discuss this issue and to have the Department
Directors available to respond. Councilman Mason seconded the
Imotion and it was approved with two dissenting votes .
Councilman Halsey moved to schedule the meeting of the Finance
I
i Committee on Monday, November 28, 1990, at 7 : 30 p.m. Councilman
!1 Feldman seconded the motion and it wan approved .
i After some discussion on the monies that had boon loft in the 1
jj budget to fund the on-going projects until this .issue wan nettled, !1
h Councilman Feldman moved that the Council clearly state that the It
$200, 000 be used to fully fund the ongoing Pro )ertn . City ;j
Administrator Dave Johnston stated ho did not believe this motion ji
wan really necessary as there wore nu i f is l ost funds to carry the
projects until December or January. Councilman Feldman withdrew
the motion.
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! Councilman Gordon expressed his pleasure with the recent decision
on the Capital City Water Company rate case and complimented City
Counselor Allen Garner for all of his hard work and efforts in this
case. Councilman Gordon requested the Mayor write those who
participated in the case and thank therm on behalf of the City.
# # #
Councilman Haake moved to hold one Council meeting in the month of
December and to schedule this meeting for December 10, 1990.
Councilman Halsey seconded the motion and it was approved.
NEW BUSINESS:
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Councilman Haake requested the Council not consider the Tax 11
Increment Financing issue on the Agenda at this time, but discuss
it at a later date. At the suggestion of Mayor Gardner, this item
will be discussed at the Finance Committee meeting on November 28.
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Councilman Mason moved to nominate Dave Johnston as the Employer's
Representative to LAGERS annual conference. Councilman Halsey
seconded the nomination. As there was no further nominations,
nominations were closed and Mr. Johnston appointed.
# # #
Councilman Halsey requested that Police Chief Gary Kempker schedule
a meeting with members of the Sheriff's Department and the Highway
Patrol and Lincoln University's Safety Department to discuss the
authority of Lincoln University's Safety Officers. Councilman
Halsey requested Chief Kempker report back to the Council after
this meeting.
APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES:
Councilman Voile moved approval of the Executive Session Minutes of
October 5, 1990. Councilman Halsey seconded the motion and it was
approved.
As there was no further business to come before the Council,
Councilman Schouten moved to go into Executive Session to discuss
Real Estate as provided for in RSMo. 610. 025 ( 1 ) , and Litigation as
provided for in RSMo. 610 . 025 ( 1) . Councilman Owens seconded the
motion and it was approved by the following roll call vote:
Ayo: Gordon, Haako, Halsey, Scheulen, Voile, Vincent and
Woodman.
Nay: Feldman and Mason.
Absent: Vincent.
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