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Home My Public Portal About201308051 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, AUGUST 5, 2013 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Council Meeting of August 5, 2013, was convened at 6:00 P.M. by Mayor Eric Struemph. ROLL CALL The following Council Members were present for the roll call: Present: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Absent: None A quorum was declared present. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS There were no miscellaneous items brought before the Council at this time. PUBLIC HEARINGS No public hearings were scheduled. MINUTES AND REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED Mayor Struemph announced that the following minutes and reports have been received and are on file for review in the City Clerk’s office: a. Board of Electrical Examiners & Review, May 7, 2013 b. Council Committee on Administration, June 5, 2013 c. CAMPO Technical Committee, June 6, 2013 d. Board of Plumbing Examiners & Review, July 31, 2012 e. Liquor Control Board, May 14, 2013 f. Planning & Zoning Commission, June 13, 2013 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, AUGUST 5, 2013 g. Police Personnel Board, June 13, 2013 h. Historic Preservation Commission, May 14 and June 21, 2013 i. Environmental Quality Commission, May 21, 2013 j. CAMPO Board of Directors, June 19, 2013 COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS Administration Committee – Councilwoman Carrie Carroll reported that the next meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 7, at 8:00 A.M. Finance Committee – Councilman Shawn Schulte announced that next meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 20 at 7:30 A.M. Public Safety Committee – Councilman Rick Prather reported that the next meeting will be held on Thursday, August 29, following the Brown Bagel Work Session. Public Works & Planning Committee – Councilman Bob Scrivner announced that the next meeting will be held on Thursday, August 22, at 7:30 A.M. Other Committee / Liaison Reports – No other reports were given at this time. APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR There were no appointments recommended at this time. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS Mayor Struemph announced that the Council had voted in the “pre -meeting” immediately preceding this meeting to amend the agenda to allow Mr. Randy Allen from the Chamber of Commerce to make a presentation at this time regarding the impending closing of R. R. Donnelley. Mr. Randy Allen, Executive Director of the Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce, made a presentation regarding last week’s announcement by R. R. Donnelley that they will be closing their Jefferson City location on October 1. He stated the Chamber will be working with local and state government to assist those employees impacted by this 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, AUGUST 5, 2013 closing to find other employment. Following his presentation, he answered questions asked by the Council. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF There were no announcements made at this time. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS Mr. Arthur Brown introduced his brother, Mr. Glover Brown, who made a presentation regarding Bill 2013-45, Memorandum of Understanding with Arthur Brown Group . A handout was distributed to the Council regarding this issue. Following Mr. Brown’s presentation, he asked City Counselor Drew Hilpert to provide an explanation of some information in the bill summary which Mr. Brown believe s needs to be corrected. CONSENT AGENDA a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: July 8 and July 15, 2013 b. Minutes of Budget Meetings: July 18 and July 29, 2013 c. Renewal (Year 3) – Lease with Cerini Investments, Inc., d/b/a Hertz Car Rental for Counter / Office and Storage Space at Airport d. Renewal (Year 3) – Agreement with Nick’s Family Restaurant for Restaurant / Café Operation at Airport A motion was made by Councilman Bob Scrivner for approval of the Consent Agenda as presented, seconded by Councilman Rick Prather, and approved unanimously. BIDS OVER $50,000 There were no bids over $50,000 presented for approval. 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, AUGUST 5, 2013 BILLS INTRODUCED 2013-44, sponsored by Councilwoman Carroll, entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, PERTAINING TO REQUIREMENTS FOR SIDEWALK CAFÉ PERMITS. 2013-45, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A NON-BINDING MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR A FUTURE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR MISSION DRIVE WITH ARTHUR BROWN ET AL. City Counselor Drew Hilpert made a lengthy presentation regarding the background of this issue, and answered questions asked by the Council. 2013-46, sponsored by Councilwoman Carroll, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH ALEX MASTROGIANNIS FOR THE SALE OF REAL ESTATE. Councilman Shawn Schulte asked Parks & Recreati on Director Bill Lockwood to explain if there is any interest in this property for Parks property use. Mr. Lockwood stated he will bring the issue up at his next Parks and Recreation Commission meeting and let the Council know their response. 2013-47, sponsored by Councilman Mihalevich, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PUD PLAN FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2500 TANNER BRIDGE PLACE; DESCRIBED AS PART OF THE NORTH HALF OF NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 25, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 12 WEST, JEF FERSON CITY, COLE COUNTY, MISSOURI 2013-48, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISION FOR METROPOLITAN 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, AUGUST 5, 2013 TRANSPORTATION PLANNING SERVICES FOR THE PERIOD OF NOVEMBER 1, 2013, TO OCTOBER 31, 2014, REFLECTING FUNDS AS APPROVED IN THE FY 2014 UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGRAM 2013-49, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH APLEX, INC., FOR THE 1200-1300 BLOCK MORELAND AVENUE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (NIP) PROJECT. 2013-50, sponsored by Councilman Schulte, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, DECLARING CERTAIN PROPERTY TO BE SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZING THE DISPOSAL OF SAID PROPERTY. 2013-51, sponsored by Councilman Schulte, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ADOPTING A BUDGET AND PERSONNEL CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR THE CITY FOR THE PERIOD OF NOVEMBER 1, 2013, TO OCTOBER 31, 2014, AND APPROPRIATING MONEY IN THE CITY TREASURY TO PAY THE COST OF OPERATING THE CITY GOVERNMENT DURING THAT PERIOD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BUDGET. 2013-52, sponsored by Councilman Schulte, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, PROVIDING FOR THE LEVY OF CITY TAXES AND ESTABLISHING THE RATE OF TAXATION FOR THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI FOR THE YEAR 2013. BILLS PENDING 2013-38, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE 2012-2013 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE WASTEWATER FUND. Bill 2013-38 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15142: 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, AUGUST 5, 2013 Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Nay: None 2013-39, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, REGARDING THE CONNECTION FEE PAID BY ENTITIES CONNECTING TO THE SANITARY SEWER. Bill 2013-39 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15143: Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Nay: None 2013-40, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH HUTCHINS TELECOM, LLC, TO CONSTRUCT THE ROUTE B - TANNER BRIDGE SEWER EXTENSION. Bill 2013-40 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15144: Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Nay: None 2013-41, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH AMEREN MISSOURI COMPANY TO PROVIDE ELECTRICAL SERVICE TO THE ROUTE B - TANNER BRIDGE SEWER EXTENSION. 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, AUGUST 5, 2013 Bill 2013-44 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15145: Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Nay: None 2013-42, sponsored by Councilman Schulte, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH EVERS & COMPANY, CPA’S, LLC, FOR AUDIT SERVICES. Bill 2013-42 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15146: Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Nay: None 2013-43, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CLERK TO EXECUTE A GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF JEFFERSON AND THE MISSOURI HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR ASSISTANCE WITH OPERATING EXPENSES FOR THE AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER AT THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT FOR THE PERIOD OF NOVEMBER 1, 2012 THROUGH OCTOBER 31, 2013. Bill 2013-44 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15147: Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Nay: None RESOLUTIONS 8 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, AUGUST 5, 2013 RS2013-21, sponsored by Councilmen Bray and Henry, entitled: A RESOLUTION ENDORSING THE NOMINATION OF MOREAU DRIVE NEIGHBORHOOD TO THE NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES A motion for adoption of RS2013-21 was made by Councilman Ralph Bray, seconded by Councilman Larry Henry, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Nay: None RS2013-22, sponsored by Councilman Schulte, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON ADOPTING A DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DBE) GOAL FOR FISCAL YEARS 2014-2016 FOR FTA SECTION 5307 TRANSIT OPERATING FUNDS AND DIRECTING ITS IMPLEMENTATION. A motion for adoption of RS2013 -22 was made by Councilman Bob Scrivner, seconded by Councilman Rick Prather, and approved unanimously by the following roll -call vote: Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Nay: None PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON OTHER TOPICS Mr. Tim Turpin made a presentation stating his reasons for opposition to the Trap Neuter Return program dealing with the City’s feral cat population. Following her presentation, she answered questions asked by the Council. Mr. Charles Gaskin made a presentation regarding his opposition to the methodology used by the City regarding the Conference Center issue. COUNCIL AND STAFF RESPONSE TO PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY There were no comments made at this time. 9 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, AUGUST 5, 2013 NEW BUSINESS Councilwoman Carrie Carroll invited the citizens to attend a Ward Four meeting she and Councilman Carlos M. Graham will be holding from 9:00 to 1:00 A.M. on Saturday, August 24, at the Capital West Christian Church. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Councilman Rick Mihalevich asked City Counselor Drew Hilpert to give a brief update on the status of the conference center selection process. Mr. Hilpert stated that the Conference Center facilitator is currently in th e process of performing a market study, and provided a timeline for the following steps in the process . GO INTO CLOSED SESSION Mayor Eric Struemph stated that, Pursuant to Sec. 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, the Chair will entertain a motion to go into Closed Session to discuss the following issue: a. Real Estate [Sec. 610.021.(2)] A motion was made by Councilman Ken Hussey to go into Closed Session for the above issue, seconded by Councilwoman Carrie Carroll, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call vote at 7:45 P.M. Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Nay: None