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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 3, 2014
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Council Meeting of February 3, 2014, 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, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, and
Schulte, Scrivner, and Tergin
Absent: None
A quorum was declared present.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
Interim City Administrator Drew Hilpert explained that the category “Adoption of the
Agenda” had been added to the agenda following recent enactment of an ordinance
updating Chapter 2 of the City Code. Those updates specified that the Council should
adopt the agenda as the first order of business at each meeting.
Addition to Agenda: Mr. Hilpert stated that staff had drafted a new resolution,
RS2013-47, late that afternoon which he requested be added to the agenda at this time.
He explained the origination and purpose of the resolution, and indicated copies had
been distributed in the pre-meeting.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Carrie Tergin to adopt the agenda as amended
to include the addition of RS2013-47, seconded by Councilman Ralph Bray, and
approved unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS
There were no miscellaneous agenda items presented.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. Rezoning 9.55 Acres at 1125 Madison Street and 4.15 Acres of Adjacent Right-
of-Way from C-O to C-2
A staff presentation was made by Senior Planner Eric Barron providing the background
of the proposed amendments. At the conclusion of the staff presentation, the following
persons came forward to speak in favor of, or opposition to, the proposed rezoning:
In Favor:
Martin Grabanski, on behalf of the owners of the property subject to the public
hearing.
In Opposition:
No one spoke in opposition to this proposed rezoning.
At the conclusion of the testimony, Mayor Struemph declared the evidentiary portion of
the public hearing concluded and announced that the Council would consider the
associated pending bill at this time.
2013-130, sponsored by Councilman Mihalevich, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, CHANGING,
AMENDING, AND MODIFYING THE ZONING MAP OF THE ZONING CODE OF THE
CITY OF JEFFERSON, BY REZONING 9.55 ACRES FROM C-O OFFICE
COMMERCIAL TO C-2 GENERAL COMMERCIAL, FOR LAND ADDRESSED AS 1125
MADISON STREET, DESCRIBED AS PART OF OUTLOTS 77 AND 29, AND
ADJACENT RIGHT-OF-WAY, IN JEFFERSON CITY, COLE COUNTY, MISSOURI.
Bill 2013-130 was read third time by title and placed on final passage. Councilwoman
Tergin stated she will recuse herself from voting on this issue as she is on the Board of
Directors of Capital Region Medical Center, the owners of the subject property. Bill
2013-130 was then passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15227:
Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather,
Schulte, and Scrivner
Abstain: Tergin
Nay: None
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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 of Directors, November 20, 2013
b. Board of Electrical Examiners and Review, October 9, 2013
c. Cultural Arts Commission, November 20, 2013
d. Public Works & Planning Committee, November 21, 2013
Mayor Struemph encouraged citizens who wish to participate in any of these boards
and commissions to contact Human Resources Director Gail Strope or submit an
application through the City’s website.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Administration Committee – Councilwoman Carrie Tergin announced that the next
meeting is scheduled to be held Wednesday, February 5, at 8:00 A.M., but that it may
have to be rescheduled if the predicted inclement weather prevents members from
attending. If canceled, she would notifiy staff and the Committee members as quickly as
possible.
Finance Committee – Councilman Shawn Schulte reported on the last meeting, and
announced that the next meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 28, at 7:30 A.M.
Public Safety Committee – Councilman Rick Prather reported that the date for the
next meeting will be held on Thursday, February 20, at 8:00 A.M.
Public Works & Planning Committee – Councilman Bob Scrivner announced that the
next meeting will be held on Thursday, January 23, at 7:30 A.M.
Parks and Recreation Commission Liaison – Councilman Shawn Schulte announced
that the next Parks and Recreation Commission meeting will be held at 4:30 P.M. on
Tuesday, February 11.
Other Committee / Liaison Reports – No other liaison reports were given at this time.
APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR
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No appointments were brought forward at this time.
PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS
Mr. Lyle Rosburg made a presentation on behalf of the Jefferson City Host Lions Club
and explained some of the contributions made to the City gre enway system and other
projects through fund raising efforts of the organization. He then invited everyone to
attend their annual Ham and Bean and Chili fund raising event which will be held
Wednesday, February 5, at the Selinger Center. Both lunch and din ner will be served at
the Center, and also delivered to some who cannot get to the event. He acknowledged
that the Mayor and several Council Members are members of the club, and that
Councilman Graham is the Chairman. Following his presentation, the Mayor and
Council thanked Mr. Rosburg and the Lions Club for their contribution to the community.
At the conclusion of Mr. Rosburg’s presentation, Mayor Struemph stated that the
Council will now take up the associated Resolution.
RS2013-46 – Resolution Supporting the Jefferson City Host Lions Club (Graham)
A motion was made by Councilman Graham for adoption of RS2013 -46 as presented,
seconded by Councilman Henry, and approved unanimously by the following roll -call
vote:
Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte,
Scrivner, and Tergin
Nay: None
Mayor Struemph then presented a City Coin to Mr. Rosburg as a token of appreciation
to the Lions Club.
Ms. Lucia Kincheloe, Chairwoman of the Cultural Arts Commission, made a
presentation regarding the Commission’s activities and announced several events and
projects which are completed, or are currently being completed, as a result of the
Commission’s work. She also reported on the grants provided by the Commission for
some of these projects. She stated that citizens can find information about the
Commission and their projects at their website at http://www.artsinjc.com/. At the
conclusion of her presentation, Mayor Struemph thanked Ms. Kincheloe and the
Commission Members for their hard work and progress on public art in the community.
ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF
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Interim Fire Chief Jason Turner announced that Mr. Bill Schwartz who works with the
Jefferson City Fire Fighter’s Retirement System was involved in a serious auto accident
and that he will keep the Council informed on his condition. He wished Mr. Schwartz a
speedy recover.
Interim City Administrator Drew Hilpert announced that a benefit fund raiser event will
be held on Friday, February 28, to benefit City employee Katherine O’Neal who was
involved in a serious auto accident on December 10. He stated anyone who would like
to attend the event or donate to the fund can contact City employee Ciera Bratton.
Jefferson City Police Captain Doug Shoemaker made a presentation announcing that
the City had been awarded the 2013 William W. Quigg Award by the United Way in
appreciation for outstanding support of the 2013 United Way Central Missouri
Campaign. Captain Shoemaker, a member of the United Way Campaign Leadership
Team, accepted the award on behalf of the City at the United Way Luncheon held on
Friday, January 31, at the Capitol Plaza Hotel.
PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS
There were no presentations made at this time.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were presented to the Council for their approval by consent:
a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: January 16 and January 21, 2014
A motion was made by Councilman Rick Prather for approval of the Co nsent Agenda as
presented, seconded by Councilman Larry Henry, and approved unanimously by voice
vote.
BIDS OVER $50,000
There were no bids brought forward at this time.
BILLS INTRODUCED
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2013-133, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE
2013-2014 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY
APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND.
2013-134, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH STOCKMAN
CONSTRUCTION CORP. FOR THE SCHELLRIDGE STORMWATER & VARIOUS
SANITARY SEWER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.
2013-135, sponsored by Councilman Mihalevich, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE 2013 -
2014 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, TRANSIT FUND, TO
RECOGNIZE THE PROCEEDS OF THE SALE OF BUSES FOR THE PURPOSE OF
PURCHASING A NEW PARA-TRANSIT BUS.
2013-136, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, VACATING A
PORTION OF THE SOUTH TEN MILE DRIVE RIGHT OF WAY AT STONERIDGE
PARKWAY.
2013-137, sponsored by Councilman Graham, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION
19-401, (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), SCHEDULE (J), (PARKING
PROHIBITED), SUBPARAGRAPH (A), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF
JEFFERSON, PERTAINING TO PORTABELLO PLACE DRIVE.
2013-138, sponsored by Councilman Prather, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH AOS FOR THE
OSAGE BEACH WIRELESS NETWORK PROJECT FOR THE CENTRAL MISSOURI
REGIONAL JUSTICE INFORMATION SYSTEM.
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2013-139, 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 DELETING THE
POSITION OF ENGINEERING SUPERVISOR WITHIN THE PERSONNEL SCHEDULE
OF FULL-TIME POSITIONS.
2013-140, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, VACATING
WOODLAWN AVENUE RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN MADISON STREET AND
MONROE STREET, WITH ASSOCIATED ALLEYWAY(S) AND EASEMENT(S).
BILLS PENDING
2013-131, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, LEVYING AND
ASSESSING A SPECIAL TAX BILL AGAINST PARTICULAR LOTS AND TRACTS OF
LAND FRONTING AND ABUTTING THE 1200 AND 1300 BLOCKS OF MORELAND
AVENUE IN THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF
SAID CURB AND SIDEWALK.
Bill 2013-131 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the
following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15228:
Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte,
Scrivner, and Tergin
Nay: None
2013-132, sponsored by Councilwoman Tergin, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE
PERSONNEL POLICY MANUAL BY AMENDING ARTICLE 12 (VACATION LEAVE),
AND CREATING A NEW SECTION 14-14 (SHARED LEAVE) TO ASSIST
EMPLOYEES WITH SERIOUS HEALTH CONDITIONS OR EVENTS.
Bill 2013-132 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the
following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15229:
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Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte,
Scrivner, and Tergin
Nay: None
INFORMAL CALENDAR
2013-120, sponsored by Councilman Schulte, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER
25 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE VII,
ECONOMIC INCENTIVE POLICY.
Councilman Schulte requested that Bill 2013 -120 be removed from the Informal
Calendar and placed on final passage at this time.
Bill 2013-120 was placed on final passage and passed by the following roll-call vote as
Ordinance 12530:
Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte,
Scrivner, and Tergin
Nay: None
2013-124, sponsored by Councilman Mihalevich, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, CHANGING,
AMENDING, AND MODIFYING THE ZONING CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON,
BY MODIFYING SPECIFIC USE STANDARDS FOR TELECOMMUNICATION
FACILITIES.
Councilman Mihalevich requested that Bill 2013-124 remain on the Informal Calendar at
this time.
RESOLUTIONS
RS2013-43 – A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A COST SHARE WITH COLE COUNTY
FOR WASTEWATER REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, AND EXTENSION. (Scrivner)
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A motion was made by Councilman Scrivner for adoption of Resolution RS2013-43 as
presented, seconded by Councilman Henry, and approved unanimously by the following
roll-call vote:
Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte,
Scrivner, and Tergin
Nay: None
RS2013-44 – A RESOLUTION CONCURRING WITH COLE COUNTY’S SELECTION
OF A CONTRACTOR FOR THE FROG HOLLOW ROAD IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.
(Scrivner)
A motion was made by Scrivner for adoption of Resolution RS2013-44 as presented,
seconded by Councilman Graham, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call
vote:
Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte,
Scrivner, and Tergin
Nay: None
RS2013-45 – A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF JEFFERSON,
MISSOURI, TO APPLY FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE
PROGRAMS GRANT. (Scrivner)
A motion was made by Councilman Scrivner for adoption of Resolution RS2013-45 as
presented, seconded by Councilman Schulte, and approved unanimously by the
following roll-call vote:
Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte,
Scrivner, and Tergin
Nay: None
RS2013-47 – A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING MISSOURI SENATE BILL 674.
(Tergin)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Tergin for adoption of Resolution RS2013-47 as
presented, seconded by Henry, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call
vote:
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Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte,
Scrivner, and Tergin
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
Councilmen Henry, Graham, and Scrivner commended City staff for the excellent job
they do clearing City streets following winter storms. Public Works Director Matt
Morasch stated he would relay those comments to the crews who do that work.
Councilwoman Tergin stated that if Jefferson City Public Schools will be closed on
Wednesday, February 5, due to inclement weather, the Council Committee on
Administration meeting scheduled for that day would also be cance led.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business brought forward.
APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
A motion was made by Councilman Ken Hussey to approve the minutes of the January
21, 2014, Closed Session minutes, seconded by Councilman Rick Prather, and
approved unanimously by the following roll -call vote:
Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte,
Scrivner, and Tergin
Nay: None
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ADJOURNMENT
As no further business was brought before the Council at this time , Mayor Struemph
declared the meeting adjourned at 7:25 P.M.