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HomeMy Public PortalAbout19910415 NEW COUNCIL 1 .� 67 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 15, 1991 1' A Regular Council Meeting of April 15, 1991, was called to order at 7:30 P.M. with Mayor Louise Gardner presiding. Prayer was offered by Councilman Jim Woodman. 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, Veile, Vincent, and Woodman. Absent: None. A quorum was declared present. PUBLIC HEARING: The first item on the Agenda was a public hearing on Bill 90-169, the proposed amendment to the Urban Renewal Plan. Allen Pollock, Director of the Housing Authority, reviewed the amendments made to the proposal. Mr. Pollock stated he had several large exhibits with him which ho could review for the Council, if they so desired. As there were no questions from the Council and no one present to speak in opposition to the amended plan, the public hearing ended at approximately 7 : 35 p.m. CONSENT AGENDA: The Consent Agenda consisted of the following items: a) Council Minutes of 4/1/91 b) Monthly Financial Statement c) Cancellation of Proposal P1237 - Cable TV Service for North Jefferson City; PCE Councilman Woodman moved approval of the Consent Agenda. Councilman Haake seconded the motion and it was approved. 1; MINUTES/REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED: i Mayor Gardner announced the following minutes/reports had been it received and were on file in the office of the City Clerk. 1 � 1 Board of Adjustment 3/12/91; Traffic Safety Commission 4/4/91; li Thomas Jefferson Library System 2/19/91 Reports: j i; ii l� 68 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 15, 1991 ,. ____.. . ... __ .___________________. _______-...____ _-_—___ ) , . ! Departmental Monthly Reports , . . , BILLS PENDING: . , , Bill 90-178, sponsorod by Councilman , entitled: , • AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE ' MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH J.C. INDUSTRIES, INC. , FOR THE 1991 SANITARY SEWER RELOCATION PROJECT. . , . i Bill 90-178 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, .. _ H and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11562 . . . .. '. Aye: Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Owens, Scheulen, Veile, Vincent, ., . . . and Woodman. I i Nay: Feldman and Mason. .. . INFORMAL CALENDAR: H • H .. . _ . Bill 90-160, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled: .. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE .: ., . , MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH BURNS Eg MCDONNELL FOR DESIGN OF FROG HOLLOW ARTERIAL SYSTEM. Councilman Halsey requested thin bill be removed from the Informal • Calendar and considered for passage and approval at thin time. II il Bill 90-160 wan read third time by title, placed on final passage, ii and paused by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11563 . 1, • Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, . , . . Voile, Vincent, and Woodman. Nay: None. . _ 1, Bill 90-161, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled: , AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE . . MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH LARKIN & . . ASSOCIATES CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC. , FOR DESIGN OF MADISON STREET il PROJECT. k Councilman Halsey requested this bill be removed from the Informal H Calendar and considered for passage and approval at this time. .; '1 Bill 90-161 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11564 . it il Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, 111 Veile, Vincent, and Woodman. 1 Nay: None. 1! . . . Bill 90-165, sponsored by Councilman Woodman, entitled: ! .. ., • . . . . . , . . , _ .• • 69 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 15, 1991 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 19-401 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY AMENDING SCHEDULE 0, ONE HOUR PARKING; SCHEDULE R, RESERVED PARKING; SCHEDULE J, pARrING PROHIBITED; AND SCHEDULE I, 1J GLE PARKING, AS THEY PERTAIN TO JEFFERSON STREET AND HARRISON STREET TO PROVIDE FOR BUS PARKING. Councilman Woodman moved this bill be removed from the Informal Calendar and considered for passage and approval at this time. Councilman Woodman moved that the bill distributed to the Council in their packets for the April 1, 1991, Council meeting be substituted for the bill introduced at the March 18, 1991, Council Meeting. Councilman Mason seconded the motion and it was approved. Bill 90-165 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed, as amended, by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11565. Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Voile, Vincent, and Woodman. Nay: None. I # # # Bill 90-167, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI , AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH A.C. KIRKWOOD AND ASSOCIATES FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICES IN CONJUNCTION WITH TELEMETRY AND ODOR CONTROL PROJECT. Councilman Halsey requested this bill be removed from the Informal Calendar and considered for passage and approval at this time. Bill 90-167 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11566. Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Voile, Vincent, and Woodman. Nay: None. # # # Bill 90-169, sponsored by Councilman Gordon, entitled: AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AN AMENDED URBAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR PROGRESS URBAN RENEWAL PROJECT NO. MO. R-45 ("URBAN RENEWAL PLAN (AMENDED - 1991) ") . Councilman Gordon requested this bill be removed from the Informal Calendar and considered for passage and approval at this time. Bill 90-169 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11567. Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Voile, Vincent, and Woodman. Nay: None. f.- 70 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 15, 1991 UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Councilman Scheulen moved approval o Resolution 90-27 which canceled the contract with DJI Construction for the 1990 Curb and Gutter Project, Phase I . Councilman Mason seconded the motion. At the request of Councilman Scheulen, City Counselor Allen Garner reviewed some of the problems the City had encountered to bring us to this point. After some discussion as the exact locations in the City this project concerns and the collection of penalties from the contractor, RS90-27 was approved. Councilman Scheulen moved the City formally initiate debarment proceedings against DJI Construction. Councilman Halsey seconded the motion and it was approved. NEW BUSINESS: Mayor Gardner presented to Ms. Susan Scarloes an award that the United States Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the Department of Agricultural had given Capital City Water. Company for the weather station network. APPROVAL OF EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES: Councilman Halsey requested city Counselor Allen Garner inform the Council of the correct procedures for proceeding with an item that had been tabled at the last Council meeting. Councilman Halsey questioned whether or not the minutes could be amended, without meeting in Executive Session. City Counselor Allen Garner stated that until the minutes had been approved, they could be changed and/or corrected by the person initiating the minutes. After some discussion as to the need for the City Counselor and City Clerk to be present at all of the Executive Sessions, City Administrator Dave Johnston stated the reasons why they had not been present at the Executive Session. Councilman Feldman stated that it might be time to review the organizational chart and the place of the City Clerk on this chart, if the current structure is going to prohibit the Clerk from attending certain meetings. Councilman Vincent moved approval of the Executive Session Minutes of March 18, 1991. Councilman Scheulen questioned whether or not a motion to bring the minutes from the table would be in order, prior to approval of the minutes. Councilman Vincent withdrew his motion. Councilman Scheulen moved the Approval of the Executive Session Minutes be removed from the table and considered at this time. Councilman ji Feldman seconded the motion and it was approved. Councilman "� Vincent moved approval of the Executive Session Minutes. PP ;� Councilman Haake seconded the motion and it was approved. SPECIAL PRESENTATION: 71 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 15, 1991 _ ___ i __ _ _____ _ _ _Mayor Gardner presented to Councilman Steve Voile a Key to the City in appreciation for his years of service to the City of Jefferson as Councilman for Ward 3. President Pro Tempore Kyle Mason presented to Councilman Steve Veils a placque from the Council in appreciation for his service to this citizens of Jefferson City. Councilman Steve Veils expressed his appreciation to the Mayor and Council and especially to the residents of the 3rd Ward, who had elected him in 1985, 1987 and 1S ). i As there wan no further business to come before the Council at this time, Councilman Gordon moved the Council adjourn Sine Die. Councilman Haake seconded the motion and it was approved. # # # Judge James F. McHenry administered to Nathan Nickolaus the Oath of Office for City Prosecuting Attorney. Judge James F. McHenry administered to Thomas Sodergren the oath of Office for Municipal Judge. Judge James F. McHenry administered to Vern Scheulen, Jim Henke, Chris Wrigley, Jim Woodman and Randy Halsey the Oath of Office for Councilman. Judge James F. McHenry administered to Louise Gardner the Oath of Office for Mayor. Mayor Gardner announced there would be a ten minute recess. A Council Meeting of the new Council convened at approximately 8:25 P.M. with Mayor Louise Gardner presiding. The following Council Members were present: `i Present: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Vincent, Woodman and Wrigley. ?` Absent: None. , ?I A quorum was declared present. It ; , i # # # it Mayor Louise Gardner read the following prepared statement: i' i; ; 72 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 15, 1991 On behalf of the newly elected city council members and myself as Mayor, I wish to say "Thank You" to the voters of Jefferson City. As Mayor, I have enjoyed serving you during the past four years and I look forward to serving you in the coming four years. To the City Council -- I extend a warm welcome to Chris Wrigley, the newly elected Councilman representing the third ward. To r° Councilmen Jim Woodman (Fourth Ward) , Jim Haake (Second Ward) , Vern Scheulen (First Ward) , and Randy Halsey (Fifth Ward) congratulations on your election -- I look forward to working with each of you as well as with Judy Owens (First Ward) , Darrell Gordon (Third Ward) , Kyle Mason (Second Ward) , Marvin Feldman (Fourth Ward) and Larry Vincent (Fifth Ward) . The financial status of the city is sound. In March of 1991 we had a small -- less than one percent -- increase over 1990 for the same period. However, this does not meet the rising cost of providing services to the citizens. In January of 1991, I asked the city administrator for a contingency plan for cutting costs in the event our projected revenue was not received. In 1992 the 1/2 cent Transportation tax will end. 1 will be reviewing with the city administrator and department directors the amounts of the projected revenue for the coming five years. In addition, an assessment will be made as to the needs of the citizens of Jefferson City. If the need in proven, I will support the extension of this tax but at this time I ram not in favor of any additional tax. The solid waste problem has become a prime concern ot all citizens, who are looking to us, the elected officials, for direction. A council committee was formed during the past year to • research possible solutions to meet the demands of Senate Bill, 530. There are many interacting ramifications of Senate Bill 530 such as composting, recycling, burning, landfills, etc. Before January of 1992 , these and other issues must be addressed by all of us. But we, the government, must always remember that our actions must reflect the wishes of the people. The solutions to the growing problem of waste and its effects on all our lives must have the full support of the people. As Mayor, I will continue to work to obtain city control of cable television. Progress has been made in the past year but we will not be satisfied until Washington returns the control of cable TV to the cities. We must provide service to the area north of r� the Missouri River. I intend to work with the Cable Quality I, Commission and TCI to resolve this need. In 1990 a Long Range Plan was developed through many hours of work by concerned citizens. Permit me to quote from the introductory letter of this plan, "It is hoped that these J` i? 73 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 15, 1991 `OW MUININImirarmwararnirime ecommendations will be used as a basis for future policy decision making and will be reviewed in a periodic fashion to determine if _ rf'iF the recommendations still have merit." ,as Each council member has received a copy of this plan and I am asking council members to meet in work sessions to review, evaluate and establish a course of action. This Long Range Plan was presented by the citizens whom we represent and it deserves the full attention of the city's elected officials. $t.A "Adrian's" Island could be a valuable asset to Jefferson City. A clearing of a portion of the island has begun. As Mayor, I will continue working with the Housing Authority, their special Adrian's Island Committee, and the Deborah Cooper Foundation toward providing a riverfront park. Cooperation between the City, County, State, Chamber of Commerce and education has Haver been better. I am proud to be a part of this team effort. As Mayor, I will represent the city in economic development efforts with the Chamber. Dave Johnston, City Administrator, will continue working with annexation projects in the Frog Hollow and "Al.goa" sites . The Convention and Visitors Bureau has proven very successful and I extend to them my full support in thetr continuing efforts. Again, thank you. I look forward to working for. you. Mayor Gardner introduced members of her family that wore present at the Council Meeting and then had members of the council introduce their family members that were present. ELECTION OF PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE: Councilman Jim Haako nominated Councilman Judy Owens as President Pro Tempore. Councilman Woodman seconded the nomination and it was approved. # # # Judge James F. McHenry administered to Councilman Judy Owens the Oath of Office for President Pro Tempore. CONSENT AGENDA: The Consent Agenda consisted of the following items: a) Mayor's travel to attend Second National Conference on Capital Cities, Boston, MA; May 1 - May 3 b) Approval of the following bids: 1c;;+.•,..;a.,.rZ,.ww>.;:f ,i,.... . ,.<„ .. .,.,.., ..,<, . :;...rte.,.... r.cY„ .i ., .z.. .1.. ... ._. „ -...lv ..W., ..i. k 7 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 15, 1991 'y I+ 1244 - 1991 Slurry Seal Project, Public Works f Councilman Haake moved approval of the Consent Agenda. Councilman 1 j Vincent seconded the motion and it was approved. 1 1 ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR: I! Mayor Gardner announced her intent to make the following appointments to Boards and Commissions: Police Personnel Board - Robert J. Swift, Jr. , (replaces Tom Sodergren) ; Term to expire 1/92 Board of Adjustment - Obie Munzell (replaces Jim Keown) , `Perm to expire 9/91 Planning & Zoning Commission - Lois Pohl (replaces Bill i' Warhurst) , Term to expire 5/92 '! Mayor Gardner announced her intent to appoint Ms. B.J. DeLang to the Housing Authority Board of Commissioners. Mayor Gardner announced an independent auditor ' s report of the Jefferson City Library System, year ending December 1991, was in ij the office of the City Clerk. Mayor Gardner stated it was her intent to reappoint the existing , Solid Waste Committee at the first meeting in May. o o DILLS INTRODUCED: Bill 91-1, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled: it AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE • MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH STATE OF MISSOURI L NATIONAL GUARD FOR FIRE PROTECTION SERVICES AT THE LOCATION ON ALGOA ROAD. I Bill 91-1 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # Bill 91-2, sponsored by Councilman Halsey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH N.B. WEST I CONTRACTING COMPANY, INC. , FOR THE 1991 SLURRY SEAL PROJECT. Bill 91-2 was read first and second time by title and ordered 1f distributed to members of the Council. # # # i� II • 1 x i 1 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 15, 1991 Bill 91-3 , sponsored by Councilman Woodman, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A UTILITY EASEMENT FOR UNION ELECTRIC COMPANY FOR CITY PARKING LOT NUMBER 18 LOCATED ON JEFFERSON STREET. Bill 91-3 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # Bill 91-4 , sponsored by Councilman Haake, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CODE k' OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY AMENDING SCHEDULE G, STOP INTEBECTIONS, (B) OF SECTION 19-401 BY ADDING JULIE LANE. Bill 91-4 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # Bill 91-5, sponsored by Councilman Ilaake, entitled: ° AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI , BY AMENDING SCHEDULE J, mum i'RQinD TLJ2, OF SECTION 19-401 AS IT PERTAINS TO DUNKLIN STREET AND ATCHISON COURT. Bill 91 -5 was read first and second time by title and ordered r. distributed to members of the Council . # # # Bill 91 -6, sponsored by Councilman Woodman, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FOR USE IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE JEFFERSON STREET PARKING GARAGE INCLUDING THE USE OF THE POWER OF EMINENT DOMAIN. Bill 91-6 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council . # # # Bill 91-7, sponsored by Councilman Scheulen, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH TRI STAR COMMUNICATIONS FOR RADIO MAINTENANCE FOR ALL CITY. Bill 91-7 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. # # # �� a7R ,+f:.., . r,L�.-:„y:`.?'� K,:.0 ..:7. ..,.+.,.,.�svR+.. _......, ....�._�..,4.. ._..a .,� .3�:�. .. .�.. ...a�`.,..,.,i:, .a. :y.. ...,._� . .:!;..• +....ka...,i.va.a+..» .?c f{ :. . Jti V` .. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 15, 1991 1� Bill 91-8, sponsored by Councilman Feldman, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 2-46, REGULAR OR STANDING COMMITTEES, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY REVISING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SOLID WASTE COMMITTEE. Bill 91-8 was read first and second time by title and ordered distributed to members of the Council. Councilman Feldman requested a suspension of the rules for this bill . There was no objection and Bill 91-8 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 11568 . Aye: Feldman, Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Mason, Owens, Scheulen, Vincent, Woodman and Wrigley. Nay: None. # # Councilman Feldman stated that while the Mayor is the one who will make the appointments to this Committee, he wished to recommend that Councilman Wrigley he considered for this appointment. >x RE8OLUTIONB: Councilman Woodman moved approval of Resolution 91-1 regarding an agreement with Colo County for, parking for jurors. Councilman Owens seconded the motion. After some discussion on availability of parking, potential problems during busy seasons for the downtown merchants, and the number of parking spaces thin entails, RS91-1 wan approved. NEW BUBINEBB: City Administrator Dave Johnston reviewed for the Council the information that had been distributed in their packets regarding the Jefferson Street parking garage. Mr. Johnston stated that Council had two choices, 1) to move forward with the project this { year, or 2) to delay the project until next year and reevaluate it at that time. Mr. Johnston stated he recommended waiting one year before beginning structure of the Jefferson Street garage, but felt 1 the Council should proceed with the acquisition of the land in question. Mr. Johnston stated that there is plenty of parking in the municipal garage and he believed the Council should proceed 1 with caution. 1 Councilman Scheulen stated he wished this could have been anticipated before now so that construction on the Riley Lot could have been postponed. Councilman Scheulen stated that he believed it would have been a better distribution of parking to construct the Jefferson Street parking garage as opposed to the Riley lot. 75 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 15, 1991 Councilman Scheulen questioned if there would be a possibility of canceling the Riley Lot and proceeding with the Jefferson Street Garage. Councilman Gordon stated he agreed with Councilman Scheulen and that he would like to hear what Marty Brose, Director of Transportation, had to say about moving ahead with the Jefferson Street parking garage. Marty Brose reviewed for the Council the current revenue status of the Jefferson Street parking lot and what changes are anticipated if the garage is constructed. After further discussion as to what liability the City could face if they postponed the Riley lot at this time, Councilman Gordon moved to have Dave Johnston, Allen Garner and Marty Brose meet with the contractor regarding the possibility of delaying the Riley lot garage and proceeding with the Jefferson Street garage. Councilman Haake seconded the motion. Councilman Feldman expressed his concern about the Council once again rushing into a decision on a project that has already caused several problems. After further discussion regarding t'hc practicality of this motion, Councilman Haake stated he did not want to the City to delay the Jefferson Street garage again. Councilman !hake stated the City has promised for many years to build thin garage and he does not want to break thin promise again. Councilman Vincent stated he believed the cost for delaying the Riley Lot would be too cost prohibitive. There wan further discussion on the motion and due to a misunderstanding of the motion, Councilman Gordon withdrew his motion and Councilman Haake withdrew his second. Councilman Gordon moved that Dave Johnston, Marty Brose, and Allen Garner, research the contract with J.C. Industries on the Riley Lot and let the Council know if a possibility exists for delaying construction on that lot. Councilman Haake seconded the motion and it was approved by the following roll call vote: Aye: Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Owens, Scheulen, Woodman and Wrigley. Nay: Feldman, Mason and Vincent. Councilman Scheulen moved the City proceed with the receiving of bids on the Jefferson Street Parking Garage. Councilman Gordon seconded the motion and it was approved by the following roll call vote: Aye: Gordon, Haake, Halsey, Owens, Scheulen, Vincent, Woodman, and Wrigley. Nay: Feldman and Mason. 76 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 15, 1991 # # # Councilman Vincent asked about the signage for the parking garage for the new payment system. Marty Brose stated that the signs have been ordered and should be erected soon. }� Councilman Vincent stated he was still receiving a number of complaints from citizens regarding the payment system at the garage. i ! Councilman Feldman stated he had always been a supporter of the parking garage and the new computer system. After relating an incident that Councilman Feldman had been involved with in the { garage, Councilman Feldman stated he was not sure it was as easy to understand and operate as he had once believed. Councilman Feldman expressed his concern about the adverse effect this could have on the number of tourists that visit our City. II Councilman Feldman informed the Council there would be a meeting of the Solid Waste Committee on Monday, April 22, 1991, at 7 : 00 p.m. j,/l I! # # f 1 Finance Director Bob Cox distributed to the Council the audit for the City of Jefferson for the fiscal year 1990.1991 and stated that Williams-Keepers would be at the next Council Meeting for discussion of this audit. ADJOURN: As there was no further business to come before the Council, Councilman Halsey moved the meeting adjourn. Councilman Mason seconded the motion and it was approved. The meeting adjourned at approximately 9: 15 p.m. it 1 .f