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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 18, 2013
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Council Meeting of November 18, 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
a. Selection of Conference Center Developer
Mayor Struemph asked Interim City Administrator / City Counselor Drew Hilpert to
explain the procedure which will be followed to select a Conference Center Developer.
Mr. Hilpert answered questions asked by the Council at this time regarding that process.
Mayor Struemph then opened up the floor for Public Comment from the citizens who
have signed up to speak on this issue and indicated they each would receive three (3)
minutes to do so.
Those who came forward to speak were as follow:
Ms. Sue Cox
Mr. Glen Costales
Mr. Tim Stallman
Ms. Camille McClain
Mr. Vivek Puri
Mr. Hossein Dashtaki
Mr. Jeff Wohlt
Ms. Stephanie Bell
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Mr. Donald Trabue
Mr. Kirk Farmer & Mr. Rob Kingsbury
At the conclusions of the public comments, discussion was held by Council Members,
who were given the opportunity to ask question s of staff and developers, and make
comments regarding their position on the issue.
At the conclusion of Council comments, a motion was made by Councilman Ken
Hussey, seconded by Councilman Larry Henry, “That the Council shall reject both
proposals.”
Following a lengthy discussion, Councilman Bray called the question, seconded by
Councilman Prather. Following a brief explanation of the procedure to “call the question”
issue, Councilman Bray withdrew his call of the question and Councilman Prather
withdrew his second.
Councilman Mihalevich stated he wished to make a motion which would, in effect,
reverse the effect of Councilman Hussey’s motion and offer an amendment to approve
both proposals instead. Following questions asked of City Counselor Drew Hilpert
regarding the effect of Councilman Mihalevich’ s questions about such a motion, Mr.
Hilpert requested a brief recess to allow him to research the issue before answering the
questions.
A recess was called at 7:43 P.M.
RECONVENE
The meeting was reconvened at 7:52 P.M. by Mayor Eric Struemph with the fo llowing
Council Members present:
Present: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather,
Schulte, and Scrivner
Absent: None
Recognition of Student Groups
Mayor Struemph stated that there were two groups of students from South Callawa y
and Jefferson City schools at tonight’s meeting for Resolution RS2013 -32 and asked
them to come forward and introduce themselves. He stated Councilwoman Carroll had
indicated she would postpone this issue until the next meeting so these students can
get home as it is a school night. Councilwoman Carroll made comments associated with
this Resolution and thanked the students for being here.
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Continuation of Selection of Conference Center Developer:
Mr. Hilpert provided an explanation of the correct procedure regarding the motion
discussed by Councilman Mihalevich. Following his explanation, Councilman Rick
Mihalevich made a motion to amend Councilman Hussey’s motion to state “The Council
shall approve both proposals” rather than ‘The Council shall reject both proposals.’ The
motion to amend was seconded by Councilman Jim Branch.
Following discussion, Councilman Scrivner called the question, seconded by
Councilman Schulte, and approved by the following roll-call vote:
Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, and Scrivner
Nay: Carroll, Henry, and Schulte
The question was put before the Council as called, and the motion to amend was
approved by the following roll-call vote:
Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Mihalevich, Schulte, and Scrivner
Nay: Carroll, Henry, Hussey, and Prather
The original motion, as amended, was then approved by the following roll-call vote:
Aye: Branch, Graham, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner
Nay: Bray, Carroll, Henry, and Hussey
Mayor Struemph stated that he recognized Mr. Scott Ehrhardt and Mr. Trey Propes in
the audience and asked if the Council would consider suspending the rules to allow
them to speak at this time as some of the discussion had to do with questions on their
proposal. A motion was made by Councilman Bob Scrivner, seconded by Councilman
Carlos Graham, to suspend the rules at this time and allow them to speak. The motion
was approved unanimously.
Mr. Scott Ehrhardt and Mr. Trey Propes spoke briefly on the issue of their
proposal.
RECESS
At the conclusion of comments made by Mr. Ehrhardt and Mr. Propes, Mayor Struemph
called for a recess at 8:16 P.M.
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RECONVENE
The meeting was reconvened by Mayor Eric Struemph at 8:28 with the following Council
Members present:
Present: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather,
Schulte, and Scrivner
Absent: Carroll* (arrived at 8:34 P.M.)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
There was no public hearing 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. Public Works & Planning Committee, September 19, 2013
b. Animal Control Section Monthly Report for October, 2013
c. CAMPO Technical Committee, October 3, 2013
d. Police Personnel Board, October 3, 2013
e. Historic Preservation Commission, October 8, 2013
Mayor Struemph encouraged citizens interested in serving on a City Board or
Commission to contact the Human Resources Department and place their application
on file for upcoming openings.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Public Safety Committee – Councilman Rick Prather reported that the date for the
next meeting will depend upon whether there will be a Brown Bagel meeting held before
the December 3 Council meeting.
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Public Works & Planning Committee – Councilman Bob Scrivner announced that the
next meeting will be held on Thursday, November 21, at 7:30 A.M.
*Councilwoman Carrie Carroll arrived at this point (8:34 P.M.)
Finance Committee – Councilman Shawn Schulte announced that next meeting will be
held on Tuesday, November 26, at 7:30 A.M. and he commended the Finance Staff for
recently being awarded the CAFR Award for Excellence in Accounting.
Other Committee / Liaison Reports – Councilman Larry Henry made a report on the
Historic Preservation Commission, and announced the next meeting will be held on
Tuesday, January 14.
Administration Committee – Councilwoman Carrie Carroll reported that the next
meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 4, at 8:00 A.M.
APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR
There were no appointments recommended at this time.
PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS
Interim City Administrator Hilpert explained the background of the issue of hiring a
Public Works Director from within as discussed at a recent Council Work Session. He
stated that he is prepared to move forward at this time unless the Council indicated they
did not want him to do so.
ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF
There were no announcements made at this time.
PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS
There were no presentations made at this time.
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CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were presented to the Council for their approval by consent:
a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: October 14, 17, 21, and 24, 20 13
b. Change Order No. 3 with Stockman Construction for Sewer Main for Roar
Real Estate Property
c. Change Order No. 1 with Bartlett & West, Inc. for Phase II Design
Services – Basin 5 & 6
A motion was made by Councilman Rick Prather for approval of the Consent Agenda as
presented, seconded by Councilman Shawn Schulte, and approved unanimously by
voice vote.
BIDS OVER $50,000
There were no bids over $50,000 presented for approval.
BILLS INTRODUCED
2013-103, sponsored by Councilman Prather, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER
20 (MUNICIPAL JUDGE, COURT, ETC.), SECTION 28 (COURT COSTS) OF THE
CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON TO CODIFY A WARRANT FEE.
2013-104, sponsored by Councilman Prather, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN ADDENDUM TO THE AGREEMENT
WITH COLE COUNTY FOR JOINT COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES.
2013-105, sponsored by Councilman Schulte, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE 2013-
2014 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING
ADDITIONAL FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL FUND.
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2013-106, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH GEORGE BUTLER
ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR THE WEST EDGEWOOD DRIVE TRAFFIC STUDY
PROJECT.
2013-107, 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
STATE HIGHWAY PARTOL FOR A GROUND LEASE AT JEFFERSON CITY
MEMORIAL AIRPORT.
BILLS PENDING
2013-100, 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 2013-100 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15200:
Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather,
Schulte, and Scrivner
Nay: None
2013-101, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE
MISSOURI HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR PUBLIC
TRANSIT OPERATING ASSISTANCE, AND RESCINDING ORDINANCE 15155
PERTAINING TO THE SAME SUBJECT.
Bill 2013-101 was read third time by title, placed on final passage and passed by the
following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15201:
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Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather,
Schulte, and Scrivner
Nay: None
INFORMAL CALENDAR
There were no items on the Informal Calendar for consideration.
RESOLUTIONS
RS2013-35, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE HIRING OF TWO POLICE OFFICERS
A motion for adoption of RS2013-35 was made by Councilman Shawn Schulte,
seconded by Councilman Bob Scrivner, and approved unanimously by the following roll-
call vote:
Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather,
Schulte, and Scrivner
Nay: None
RS2013-36, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled:
A RESOLUTION REGARDING THE USE OF FUNDS IN THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
SALES TAX
A motion for adoption of RS2013-36 was made by Councilman Bob Scrivner, seconded
by Councilman Shawn Schulte, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call
vote:
Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather,
Schulte, and Scrivner
Nay: None
Councilman Schulte stated that the Parks and Recreation Commission were on board
with this, and the resolution was just a way to reassure them that their project was still
important to the City.
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PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON OTHER TOPICS
Mr. Leonard Steinman made comments regarding billboards containing information
about CVB tours of the MSP site.
COUNCIL AND STAFF RESPONSE TO PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY
There were no comments made at this time.
NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business brought forward.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business brought forward.
APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
A motion was made by Councilman Rick Prather to approve the November 4, 2013,
Closed Session Minutes, seconded by Councilman Shawn Schulte, and approved
unanimously by the following roll-call vote:
Aye: Branch, Bray, Carroll, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather,
Schulte, and Scrivner
Nay: None
ADJOURN
A motion to adjourn was made by Councilman Ralph Bray, seconded by Councilman
Rick Prather, and approved unanimously at 9:03 P.M.