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Home My Public Portal About20140218pre-meeting1 COUNCIL “PRE-MEETING” WORK SESSION, FEBRUARY 18, 2014 CALL TO ORDER The February 18, 2014, City Council “Pre-Meeting” was convened at 5:45 P.M. by President Pro Tempore Bob Scrivner in the absence of Mayor Eric Struemph. ATTENDANCE The following Council Members were present when the meeting convened: Present: Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Prather, Schulte, and Scrivner Arrived Late: *Branch (arrived at 5:57 P.M.) Absent: Mihalevich and Tergin A quorum was present. DISCUSSION OF AGENDA ITEMS BILLS PENDING: Interim City Administrator Drew Hilpert explained that counsel for property owners associated with Bill 2013-136 had requested a substitute bill be considered which would allow for a Quit Claim Deed. Mr. Hilpert explained the changes in the bill as well as the reasons for the Quit Claim Deed. Public Works Director Matt Morasch explained the substitute 2013 -140 which now contains the legal description which was not available at the time the bill was introduced. He asked the Council to accept the substitute before voting on it tonight. *Councilman Branch arrived at this point in the meeting (5:57 P.M.) INFORMAL CALENDAR: Staff requested that Bill 2013-124 remain on the Informal Calendar for one more meeting. 2 COUNCIL “PRE-MEETING” WORK SESSION, FEBRUARY 18, 2014 ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 5:58 P.M. 1 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 18, 2014 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Council Meeting of February 18, 2014, was convened at 6:00 P.M. by President Pro Tempore Bob Scrivner in the absence of Mayor Eric Struemph. ROLL CALL The following Council Members were present for the roll call: Present: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Prather, and Schulte, and Scrivner Absent: Mihalevich Arrived Late: *Tergin A quorum was declared present. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A motion was made by Councilman Larry Henry to adopt the agenda, seconded by Councilman Shawn Schulte, and approved unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS There were no miscellaneous agenda items presented. PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings scheduled at this time. MINUTES AND REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED Mayor Pro Tempore Scrivner announced that the following minutes and reports have been received and are on file for review in the City Clerk’s office: 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 18, 2014 a. Animal Control Section Report for January, 2014 b. Façade Improvements Committee, August 6, 2013 c. Public Safety Committee, October 31, 2013 d. Police Personnel Board, December 5, 2013 e. Code Contact Issue Report for January, 2014 f. Board of Adjustment, January 14, 2014 g. Historic Preservation Commission, January 14, 2014 h. Parks & Recreation Commission, January 10 and January 14, 2014 COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS Administration Committee – Councilman Henry, Vice-Chairman of the Administration Committee, made the report in Councilwoman Tergin’s absence. He announced that the next meeting is scheduled to be held Wednesday, March 5, at 8:00 A.M. Finance Committee – Councilman Shawn Schulte reported on the last meeting, and announced that the next meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 25, 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 27, at 8:00 A.M. Public Works & Planning Committee – Councilman Bob Scrivner announced that the next meeting will be held on Thursday, February 20, at 7:30 A.M. Parks and Recreation Commission Liaison – Councilman Shawn Schulte reported on the recent meetings of the Commission, announced that the Spring / Summer Program Guide is now available, and also announced the dates for the 2014 Ice Show will be February 28 and March 1-2. Other Committee / Liaison Reports – No other liaison reports were given at this time. APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR President Pro Tempore Scrivner announced that the Mayor has recommended the following appointments to City Boards and Commissions for Council approval: 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 18, 2014 A motion was made by Councilman Rick Prather to approve the appointments as recommended, seconded by Councilman Carlos Graham, and approved unanimously. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS Ms. Jayme Abbott, Neighborhood Services Coordinator, made a presentation on the various phases of mitigation, including demolition of specific structures, at the MSP site. Following her presentation, she answered questions asked by the Council. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF Interim City Administrator Drew Hilpert announced that Mr. Dave Treece from Missouri American Water was present, and introduced Mr. Treece to the Council. President Pro Tempore Bob Scrivner announced that City employees are hosting a fund raiser for co-worker Katherine O’Neal who was seriously injured in an automobile accident in December, and invited the public to attend. The event will be held from 5:00 to 10:00 P.M. on Friday, February 28, at the McClung Park Pavilion, and tickets may be purchased at the door, at City Hall, or by calling 634-6410. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS There were no presentations made at this time. BOARD/COMMISSION APPOINTEE EXPIRES STATUS Housing Authority Board: Donna White Nov 2017 FULL Penney Rector Nov 2017 FULL Historic Preservation Commission Art Hernandez Dec 2016 FULL Police Personnel Board: Rick Derks Jan 2017 FULL George Minze Jan 2017 FULL Electrical Board Chris Bruemmer Jan 2017 FULL Façade Improvements Committee Jim Wisch Feb 2017 FULL Cultural Arts Commission Debbie Brunner Mar 2017 FULL 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 18, 2014 CONSENT AGENDA The following items were presented to the Council for their approval by consent: a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: February 3, 2014 b. Grant Acceptance – HIDTA/DEA Equipment, $10,133 c. Grant Acceptance – DEA Overtime, $16,870.67 d. Grant Acceptance – MoDOT Moving Violations Enforcement Overtime, $18,258.60 f. Grant Acceptance – MoDOT DWI Enforcement Overtime, $22,626.33 A motion was made by Councilman Larry Henry 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 brought forward at this time. BILLS INTRODUCED 2013-141, sponsored by Councilman Prather, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 13 (FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION), SECTION 13 -43 (AMENDMENTS, DELETIONS, AND INSERTIONS), SUBSECTION 7, OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON PERTAINING TO THE 2009 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE REGULATION FOR YARD WASTE OPEN BURNING SEASON. 2013-142, sponsored by Councilman Schulte, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A COST SHARE AGREEMENT WITH THE FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SERVICES AT THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT. 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 18, 2014 2013-143, sponsored by Councilwoman Tergin, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH LINCOLN UNIVERSITY FOR JCTV CABLE ACCESS SERVICES. *Councilwoman Carrie Tergin arrived at this point in the meeting (6:22 P.M.) BILLS PENDING 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. Bill 2013-133 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15231: Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Prather, Schulte, Scrivner, and Tergin Nay: None 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. Bill 2013-134 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15232: Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Prather, Schulte, Scrivner, and Tergin Nay: None 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 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 18, 2014 RECOGNIZE THE PROCEEDS OF THE SALE OF BUSES FOR THE PURPOSE OF PURCHASING A NEW PARA-TRANSIT BUS. Bill 2013-135 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15233: Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Prather, Schulte, Scrivner, and Tergin Nay: None 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. Bill 2013-136 was read third time by title and placed on final passage. A motion was made by Councilman Larry Henry to accept the substitute bill which had previously been distributed to the Council, seconded by Councilman Shawn Schulte. Mr. Hilpert explained the amendments made by the substitute. The motion was approved unanimously. Bill 2013-136 was then passed, as substituted, by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15234: Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Prather, Schulte, Scrivner, and Tergin Nay: None 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. Bill 2013-137 was read third time by title, placed on final p assage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15235: Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Prather, Schulte, Scrivner, and Tergin Nay: None 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 18, 2014 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. Bill 2013-138 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15236: Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Prather, Schulte, Scrivner, and Tergin Nay: None 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. Bill 2013-139 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15237: Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Prather, Schulte, Scrivner, and Tergin Nay: None 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). Bill 2013-140 was read third time by title and placed on final passage. A motion was made by Councilman Shawn Schulte to accept the substitute bill which had previously been distributed to the Council, seconded by Councilman Rick Prather. Public Works Director Matt Morasch explained the amendments made by the substitute. The mot ion was approved unanimously. Bill 2013 -140 was then passed, as substituted, by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15238: Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Prather, Schulte, Scrivner, and Tergin Nay: None 8 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 18, 2014 INFORMAL CALENDAR 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. President Pro Tempore Scrivner announced that in the absence of the sponsor, Councilman Mihalevich, Bill 2013-124 will remain on the Informal Calendar at this time. RESOLUTIONS RS2013-48, sponsored by Councilwoman Tergin, entitled: RESOLUTION SUPPORTING A PAY INCREASE FOR STATE WORKERS A motion was made by Councilman Larry Henry for adoption of Resolution RS2013-48 as presented, and seconded by Councilman Ken Hussey. A lengthy discussion was held, during which time Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Randy Allen was asked to come forward to answer questions regarding financial impact of increased state employee salaries on the City. At the conclusion of the discussion, the resolution was approved by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schulte, Scrivner, and Tergin Nay: None A discussion was then held regarding the appropriate function of City resolutions. Councilwoman Tergin suggested perhaps it could be a topic for a future Work Session. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON OTHER TOPICS There were no presentations made at this time. COUNCIL AND STAFF RESPONSE TO PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY 9 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 18, 2014 There were no comments made at this time. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business brought up. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business brought forward. GO INTO CLOSED SESSION President Pro Tempore Scrivner stated that the Chair would entertain a motion, pursuant to Sec. 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, to go into Closed Session to discuss the following: a. Sealed Bids, Contracts, and Related Documents [Sec. 610.021.(12)] b. Contract Negotiations [Sec. 610.021(12)] A motion was made by Councilman Prather, seconded by Councilman Graham, to go into Closed Session for the above-stated reasons, and passed unanimously by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Prather, Schulte, Scrivner, and Tergin Nay: None