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Home My Public Portal About201407071 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 7, 2014 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Council Meeting of July 7, 2014, was convened at 6:00 P.M. by Eric Struemph. ROLL CALL The following Council Members were present for the roll call: Present: Branch, Bray, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, and Scrivner Absent: None A quorum was declared present. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A motion was made by Councilman Bray to adopt the agenda , as amended by the addition of Resolution RS2014-13 pertaining to the Old Town Revitalization Company. The motion to adopt as amended was seconded by Councilman Graham, and approved unanimously. ELECTION OF WARD 2 COUNCIL MEMBER Following an explanation of the voting procedure by City Counselor Drew Hilpert, election of the Ward 2 Council Member to fill the u nexpired term of former Councilman Shawn Schulte, was conducted by the following roll-call vote: Carolyn McDowell Laura A. Ward Mihalevich 1 Branch 1 Bray 1 Costales 1 Graham 1 Henry 1 Hussey 1 Prather 1 Scrivner 1 TOTAL 3 6 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 7, 2014 Laura A. Ward was declared the winner, and after administration of the oath of office by City Clerk Phyllis Powell, Councilwoman Ward assumed her seat on the City Council. Mayor Struemph congratulated Councilwoman Ward upon her election, and thanked Ms. McDowell for her interest in serving on the Council and wished her well in her future endeavors. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS There were no miscellaneous items brought forward. PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings scheduled to be held at this time. APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR No appointments were recommended at this time. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS Public Works Director Matt Morasch explained the recent sewer rate increases which went into effect on July 1. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF There were no announcements made at this time. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS Mr. Mark Joersz made a presentation regarding Bill 2014 -31 (Contract with J.C. Industries, Inc., for Sewer Basin 5 & 6 Upgrades). He stated his disagreement with the bid that was awarded and his reasons for doing so. 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 7, 2014 CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Struemph stated that the following items were presented to the Council for their approval by consent at this time: a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: June 16 and June 30, 2014 b. Abatement of City Liens on following properties: 1. 714 Adams 2. 606 Roland 3. 813 Madison c. East Branch Greenway / Lafayette Street Interchange Right-of-way A motion was made by Councilman Henry to approve the Consent Agenda as presented, seconded by Councilman Costales, and approved unanimously. BILLS INTRODUCED 2014-27, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH SAM GAINES CONSTRUCTION, INC., FOR THE CLAY STREET BIKE PLAZA PROJECT. 2014-28, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN ACTUAL COST UTILITY AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION 2014-29, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, VACATING AND DISCONTINUING A PORTION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY ON AN UNNAMED ALLEY IN THE 600 BLOCK OF MARSHALL STREET. 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 7, 2014 2014-30, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO TRANSFER PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY OF JEFFERSON TO THE MISSOURI HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE LAFAYETTE STREET INTERCHANGE PROJECT. Councilman Scrivner requested that the rules be suspended and Bill 2014-30 placed on final passage to expedite this project. There were no o bjections to the request to suspend the rules. Bill 2014-30 was read second and third times by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15282: Aye: Branch, Bray, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None 2014-31, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH J.C. INDUSTRIES, INC., FOR THE BASIN 5 & 6 UPGRADES - PHASE I PROJECT. Public Works Director Matt Morasch made comments in response to the presentation made from the gallery on this issue. He stated that staff stands by its recommendation of the winning bid and the reasons for doing so. 2014-32, sponsored by Councilman Graham, 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 0.14 ACRES FROM C-1 NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL TO RA-2 HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL, FOR LAND ADDRESSED AS 911 ST. MARY’S BOULEVARD, DESCRIBED AS LOT 5, BLOCK 2, WASHINGTON PARK ADDITION, IN JEFFERSON CITY, COLE COUNTY, MISSOURI. 2014-33, sponsored by Councilman Graham, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 35, THE ZONING CODE, PERTAINING TO DAYCARE HOMES, DRIVE 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 7, 2014 THROUGH RESTAURANTS, FUNERAL HOMES, FUNERAL ARRANGEMENT SERVICE OFFICES, CREMATORIUMS AND MORTUARIES. 2014-34, sponsored by Councilman Graham, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, CHANGING THE NAME OF FROG HOLLOW ROAD, IN THE 2600 BLOCK, TO TREE VALLEY LANE. 2014-35, sponsored by Councilman Costales, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF MISSOURI FOR PARKING. 2014-36, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH COLE COUNTY FOR THE LAFAYETTE ENHANCEMENT PROJECT. 2014-37, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE CAPITAL MALL TAX INCREMENT FINANCING REDEVELOPMENT PLAN AS A REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AND ADOPTING TAX INCREMENT FINANCING THEREIN. Councilman Scrivner stated that although he had not been asked to request suspension of the rules on this item, he felt it would be appropriate to do so to allow this process to move forward. Councilwoman Ward stated her objection due to the fact she was not yet fully familiar with the issue, and she would abstain on voting for that reason. Bill 2014-37 was read second and third times by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15283: Aye: Branch, Bray, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, and Scrivner Nay: None Abstain: Ward 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 7, 2014 BILLS PENDING 2014-25, 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 A PORTION OF INDUSTRIAL DRIVE. Bill 2014-25 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15280: Aye: Branch, Bray, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None 2014-26, 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 A PORTION OF CHERRY STREET. Bill 2014-26 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15281: Aye: Branch, Bray, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None RESOLUTIONS RS2014-13, sponsored by Councilman Bray: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON WITH REGARD TO OLD TOWN REVITALIZATION COMPANY’S APPEAL TO THE COLE COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION FOR EXEMPTION FROM LOCAL PROPERTY TAXES Councilman Bray asked Mr. Ron Medin of the Old Town Revitalization Board to make a presentation regarding this issue. 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 7, 2014 Following Mr. Medin’s presentation, Councilman Prather made a motion for adoption of Resolution RS2014-13 as presented. The motion was seconded by Councilman Bray. Councilman Costales stated his reasons for opposing this resolution, after which the motion to adopt was approved by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Branch, Bray, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: Costales 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 No new business was brought forward at this time. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business at this time. APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES A motion was made by Councilman Costales to approve the June 16, 2014, Closed Session minutes, seconded by Councilman Mihalevich, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Branch, Bray, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner Nay: None 8 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 7, 2014 Abstain: Ward GO INTO CLOSED SESSION Mayor Struemph announced that, pursuant to Sec. 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, the Chair would entertain a motion to go into Closed Session to discuss the following: a. Legal Actions [Sec. 610.021.(1)] b. Contract Negotiations [Sec. 610.021(12)] c. Real Estate [Sec. 610.021.(2)] A motion was made by Councilman Hussey, seconded by Councilman Mihalevich, to go into Closed Session at this time for the stated purposes, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call vote at 7:07 P.M.: Aye: Branch, Bray, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None