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HomeMy Public PortalAbout201310071 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2013 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Council Meeting of October 7, 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 Resolution RS2013-27: Recognition of Wanda Nichols as 2013 Outstanding Service Award Recipient. A motion for adoption of RS2013-27 was made by Councilwoman Carrie Carroll, seconded by Councilman Ralph Bray, and approved unanimously by the following roll- call vote: Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Nay: None The Resolution was presented to Ms. Nichols who was present to accept it. Human Resources Director Gail Strope also read the names of all of the 2013 service award recipients, from five years through 35 years of service to the City. Mayor Struemph recognized two Boy Scouts in the audience and asked them to identify themselves and tell what badge they were working on. A member from Troop 1 1 is working on his Citizenship in the Community Merit Badge, and a member from Troop 4 is working on his Communications Merit Badge. Mayor Struemph congratulated them. 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2013 Mr. Vivek Puri made an overhead presentation and distributed copies of the presentation to the City Council. Following his presentation, Mayor Struemph thanked him. PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings at this time. 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. CAMPO Board, August 21, 2013 b. Cemetery Resource Board, June 13, 2013 c. Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, July 15, 2013 d. Council Committee on Administration, August 7 and August 14, 2013 e. Cultural Arts Commission, August 28, 2013 COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS Administration Committee – Councilwoman Carrie Carroll reported that the next meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 6, at 8:00 A.M. Finance Committee – Councilman Ralph Bray announced that next meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 22, at 7:30 A.M. Public Safety Committee – Councilman Rick Prather reported that the next meeting will be held on Thursday, November 21, following the Brown Bagel Work Session. Public Works & Planning Committee – Councilman Bob Scrivner announced that the next meeting will be held on Thursday, October 24, at 7:30 A.M. Other Committee / Liaison Reports – No other reports were made at this time. APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2013 Mayor Struemph recommended the following appointments to the Council for approval: A motion was made by Councilman Rick Prather for approval of the appointments as presented, seconded by Councilman Shawn Schulte, and approved unanimously. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS Mr. Lee Wilbers, along with Ms. Tonya Berhorst, from Wallstreet Insurance Company made a presentation regarding this year’s employee healthcare benefits. He briefly explained some of the new federal regulations governing health benefits, and answered questions about the issue. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF Councilman Shawn Schulte announced that there will be a combined Ward One and Ward Two ward meeting held on Saturday, November 2, from 9:00-11:00 A.M. at the Capital City Christian Church. He invited all citizens to attend and provide their input on issues and ask questions. Councilwoman Carrie Carroll made an announcement about the Habitat for Humanity recycling can cottage which has moved to the par king lot adjacent to City Hall. She also asked Planning & Protective Services Director Janice McMillan to give a brief update on glass recycling. Ms. McMillan told where the various recycling bins are located throughout the City. Ms. McMillan also announced there will be two more household hazardous waste events held this year, October 9 and October 23, but reminded citizens that an appointment is required to make sure you have a reservation to drop off your items. Councilwoman Carroll announced that the City Council Members are purchasing bricks for the new Freedom’s Corner at The Village, and also the Animal Shelter. Councilwoman Carroll made comments stating her appreciati on for the service to the City by former City Administrator Nathan Nickolaus. BOARD / COMMISSION APPOINTMENT EXPIRES FULL / PARTIAL Cultural Arts Commission LuAnn Madsen Mar 2014 Partial JCTV Steering Committee Tyler Woods Feb 2014 Partial 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2013 RECESS Mayor Struemph called for a brief recess at 6:49 P.M. RECONVENE The meeting reconvened at 7:00 P.M. with the following Council Members present: Present: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Absent: None PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS There were no presentations made at this time. CONSENT AGENDA a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: September 12, September 16, and September 23, 2013 b. Authorizing Acceptance of $18,477 Grant for Police Equipment c. Authorizing Acceptance of $125,195 CDBG Grant for Hazard Mitigation of Mulberry Street Properties d. Approving Gail Strope as Employer Representative to LAGERS A motion was made by Councilman Bob Scrivner for approval of the Consent Agenda as presented, seconded by Councilman Larry Henry, and approved unanimously by voice vote. BIDS OVER $50,000 There were no bids over $50,000 presented for approval. 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2013 BILLS INTRODUCED 2013-79, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY AMENDING THE AMOUNT OF REQUIRED FLUORIDATION OF THE WATER SUPPLY TO CONFORM TO NEW DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES STANDARDS. 2013-80, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH STANLEY MEHRHOFF FOR LEASE OF GROUND AT THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT. 2013-81, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH FISCHER GRAIN FARMS FOR AN AGRICULTURAL LEASE FOR AIRPORT AND WASTEWATER LANDS. 2013-82, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH MIDSTATE PIPELINE MAINTENANCE, LLC, TO CONSTRUCT THE ALGOA REGIONAL TREATMENT FACILITY DISINFECTION SYSTEM. 2013-83, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTERS 1, 17 AND 25 OF THE CITY CODE PERTAINING TO OLD TOWN DISTRICT, NEIGHBORHOOD REINVESTMENT, FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT AND THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAMS. 2013-84, sponsored by Councilman Henry, entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, PERTAINING TO DEMOLITON PERMITS. 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2013 2013-85, sponsored by Councilman Mihalevich, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT OF STONERIDGE VILLAGE SUBDIVISION, SECTION THREE, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI. 2013-86, sponsored by Councilman Mihalevich, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, APPROVING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION USE PERMIT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A SUPERSTORE/BIG BOX RETAIL DEVELOPMENT UPON 15.19 ACRES OF LAND ADDRESSED AS 849 STONERIDGE PARKWAY, DESCRIBED AS PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 10 AND PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 12 WEST, JEFFERSON CITY, COLE COUNTY, MISSOURI. 2013-87, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGRE EMENT WITH AHRENS CONTRACTING, INC., FOR THE DEMOLITION AT 601, 605, 609, 615, AND 711 MULBERRY STREET PROJECT 2013-88, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, RELINQUISHING PORTIONS OF A CERTAIN EASEMENT FOR SANITARY SEWER PURPOSES IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE MOUNT HOPE HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION AND LOCATED ON THE PROPERTY ADDRESSED AS 2625 EAST MCCARTY STREET 2013-89, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A PROGRAM AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR STP -URBAN FUNDS. 2013-90, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2013 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE JEFFERSON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR RIGHT-OF-WAY, INFRASTRUCTURE, AND OTHER RELATED CONSIDERATIONS IN THE AREA OF FROG HOLLOW ROAD AND MISSION DRIVE. 2013-91, sponsored by Councilman Schulte, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 3.5 OF THE FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PLAN FOR CITY EMPLOYEES AS ORIGINALLY ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE 12181, AS MOST RECENTLY AMENDED BY ORDINANCE 14725. Councilman Schulte requested that the rules be suspended and Bill 2013 -91 placed on final passage. There were no objections to the request to suspend the rules. Bill 2013-91 was read second and third times by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15178: Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Nay: None 2013-92, sponsored by Councilwoman Carroll, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE 2013 - 2014 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY RECLASSIFYING A POSITION WITHIN THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT. 2013-93, sponsored by Councilwoman Carroll, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE 201 3- 2014 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY RECLASSIFYING A POSITION WITHIN THE PLANNING & PROTECTIVE SERVICES DEPARTMENT. BILLS PENDING 2013-75, sponsored by Councilman Mihalevich, entitled: 8 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2013 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT OF LAGE RIDGE SUBDIVISION, SECTION TWO, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI. Councilman Mihalevich requested that Bill 2013-75 be place on the Informal Calendar at this time. 2013-76, sponsored by Councilman Mihalevich, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 19-401, (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), SCHEDULE (J), (PARKING PROHIBITED), SUBPARAGRAPH (A), (STREETS AND HIGHWAYS), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, PERTAINING TO TRENTON COURT AND TANMAN COURT, LOCATED IN LAGE RIDGE SUBDIVISION, SECTION TWO. Councilman Mihalevich requested that Bill 2013-76 be place on the Informal Calendar at this time. 2013-77, 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. Bill 2013-77 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15176: Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Nay: None 2013-78, 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 JEFFERSON CITY HANGER ASSOCIATION, INC., FOR A GROUND LEASE AT JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT. Bill 2013-78 was read third time by title and placed on final passage. Councilman Shawn Schulte announced he will recuse himself from discussion and action on this bill due to a conflict of interest. 9 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2013 Bill 2013-78 was then passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15177: Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, and Scrivner Nay: None Abstain: Schulte INFORMAL CALENDAR 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. Councilwoman Carroll requested that Bill 2013-46 remain on the Informal Calendar where it dies at this time. RESOLUTIONS RS2013-26, sponsored by Councilman Schulte: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN ACCEPTANCE OF THE PROPOSAL WITH COMMONWEALTH SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY FOR PROPERTY INSURANCE. A motion for adoption was made by Councilman Rick Prather, 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 RS2013-28, sponsored by Councilman Schulte: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF GUARDIAN FOR GROUP DENTAL, VISION, AND CRITICAL ILLNESS WITH CANCER INSURANCE. 10 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2013 A motion for adoption was made by Councilman Shawn Schulte, seconded by Councilman Rick Mihalevich, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Nay: None RS2013-29, sponsored by Councilman Schulte: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH UNITED HEALTHCARE FOR GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE. A motion for adoption was made by Councilman Larry Henry, seconded by Councilman Ken Hussey, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Nay: None RS2013-30, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY COUNSELOR TO NOTIFY THE CITY OF ST. MARTINS OF ITS INTENT NOT TO RENEW THE WASTWATER AGREEMENT DATED AUGUST 24, 2007 AND INVITIATION TO NEGOTIATE ON A NEW AGREEMENT A motion for adoption was made by Councilman Larry Henry, seconded by Councilman Carlos Graham, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Nay: None A motion was made by Councilman Rick Mihalevich, seconded by Councilman Shawn Schulte, to amend the agenda at this time by adding Resolution RS2013-31 which has been distributed to the Council. The motion was approved unanimously. RS2013-31, sponsored by Council Members Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner: 11 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2013 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE CITY’S SUPPORT FOR THE PRESERVATION AND REDEVELOPMENT OF THE HISTORIC MISSOURI STATE PENITENTIARY SITE IN JEFFERSON CITY. A motion for adoption was made by Councilman Ralph Bray, seconded by Councilman Carlos Graham, 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 There were no presentations made at this time. COUNCIL AND STAFF RESPONSE TO PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY There were no comments made at this time. NEW BUSINESS Councilwoman Carrie Carroll stated she had received a request from a citizen asking if she could pass along her suggestion that the City pools be kept open after 5:00 P.M. Councilman Carlos Graham brought up an issue of a street light needed. Staff made note of the location mentioned by Councilman Graham. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business brought up at this time. APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES A motion was made by Rick Mihalevich to approve the September 16 Closed Session Minutes, seconded by Councilman Ralph Bray, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call vote: 12 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2013 Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Nay: None ADJOURNMENT As no further business was brought before the Council at this time, a motion to adjourn was made by Councilman Ralph Bray, seconded by Councilman Carlos Graham, and approved unanimously at 8:00 P.M.