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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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:
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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:
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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.
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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.
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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:
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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:
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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.