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HomeMy Public PortalAbout201407211 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 21, 2014 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Council Meeting of July 21, 2014, was convened at 6:01 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, Scrivner, and Ward Absent: None A quorum was declared present. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A motion was made by Councilman Henry to adopt the agenda, seconded by Councilman Bray, and approved unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS Mayor Struemph recognized Mr. Tanner Elder who was present at tonight’s meeting, and indicated that Tanner is a 16-year-old sophomore at Blair Oaks High School who has been selected as one of nine young men to represent Team USA at the Junior Euro Golf Cup in St. Andrews, Scotland, August 1-9. The team will be playing Team Canada and Team Europe, and not only will Tanner be representing Jefferson City, but the entire State of Missouri as well. Following congratulations to Mr. Elder, Mayor Struemph presented him with a City Coin. Mayor Struemph recognized a Boy Scout in the audience, who indicated he is present from Troop 7 of the Latter Day Saints Church, and is working on his Citizenship in the Community Badge. Mayor Struemph presented the Scout with a City Coin. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Rezoning 0.14 Acres at 911 St. Mary’s Boulevard from C-1 to RA-2. 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 21, 2014 A staff presentation was made by Planning & Protective Services Director Janice McMillan, who answered questions asked by the Council. No one came forward to speak in favor of, or opposition to, the proposed rezoning. Mayor Struemph declared the evidentiary portion of the public hearing concluded and stated the Council will now take up the associated pending bill. 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. Bill 2014-32 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15288: Aye: Branch, Bray, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: Costales and Graham b. Amendments to Chapter 35, Zoning Code A staff presentation was made by Planning & Protective Services Director Janice McMillan, who answered questions asked by the Council. No one came forward to speak in favor of, or opposition to, the proposed zoning code amendments. Mayor Struemph declared the evidentiary portion of the public hearing concluded and stated the Council will now take up the associate d pending bill. 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 THROUGH RESTAURANTS, FUNERAL HOMES, FUNERAL ARRANGEMENT SERVICE OFFICES, CREMATORIUMS AND MORTUARIES. Bill 2014-33 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15289: Aye: Branch, Bray, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 21, 2014 c. Street Name Change from Frog Hollow Road to Tree Valley Lane A staff presentation was made by Planning & Protective Services Director Janice McMillan, who answered questions asked by the Council. No one came forward to speak in favor of, or opposition to, the proposed street name change. Mayor Struemph declared the evidentiary portion of the public hearing concluded and stated the Council will now take up the associated pending bill. 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. Bill 2014-34 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15290: Aye: Branch, Bray, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR Mayor Struemph recommended the following appointments to fill the vacancies on boards, committees, and commissions with the resignation of former Councilman Shawn Schulte: a. Council Committee and Liaison Replacement Appointments 1. Councilwoman Ward: a) 2nd Ward Member – Administration Committee b) 2nd Ward Member – Public Works & Planning Committee c) Liaison to Cultural Arts Commission 2. Councilman Mihalevich: a) 2nd Ward Member – Finance Committee b) Liaison to Airport Advisory Committee c) Liaison to TIF Commission 3. Councilman Branch: a) Liaison to Parks & Recreation Commission 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 21, 2014 A motion was made by Councilman Prather for approval of the recommended appointments, seconded by Councilman Graham, and approved unanimously. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS Mr. Dick Peerson made a presentation explaining why he favored the issue of County Zoning which will appear on the August 5 ballot. Mayor Struemph thanked Mr. Peerson for his presentation. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF Human Resources Director Gail Strope announced that a public forum will be held to allow the public to meet the three Fire Chief candidates on Thursday, July 24, from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Chambers. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS There were no presentations made at this time. 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: July 7, 2014 b. Acceptance of $200,500 FEMA Assistance Firefighters Grant with $20,500 (10%) City Match c. Approving Renewal of Airport Lease Agreement with Missouri Dept. of Conservation A motion was made by Councilman Henry to approve the Consent Agenda as presented, seconded by Councilman Costales, and approved unanimously. BILLS INTRODUCED 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 21, 2014 2014-38, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, RELINQUISHING A SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT ACROSS TRACT B OF WESTVIEW HEIGHTS SUBDIVSION, SECTION 9, BAGNALL DRIVE AND JASPER LANE 2014-39, sponsored by Councilman Hussey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A DEFENSE COST SHARING AGREEMENT WITH COLE COUNTY AND SUPPLEMENTALY APPROPRIATE THE FUNDS FOR THE AGREEMENT FROM THE RESERVE FUND. 2014-40, sponsored by Councilman Graham, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING THE NAME OF CREEK TRAIL DRIVE FOR THE EXTENSION OF CREEK TRAIL DRIVE FROM PORTABELLO PLACE DRIVE TO LECAR DRIVE. 2014-41, sponsored by Councilman Bray, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE 2013 - 2014 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY CHANGING THE PERSONNEL SCHEDULE CHANGES WITHIN PLANNING AND PROTECTIVE SERVICES. BILLS PENDING 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. Bill 2014-27 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15284: Aye: Branch, Bray, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 21, 2014 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 Bill 2014-28 was read third time by title and placed on final passage. Councilman Scrivner made a motion to accept the Substitute Bill 2014 -28 previously distributed, seconded by Councilman Hussey. The motion was approved unanimously. Bill 2014 -28 was then passed, as substituted, by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15285: Aye: Branch, Bray, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None 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. Bill 2014-29 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15297: Aye: Branch, Bray, Costales, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None Abstain: Graham 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. Bill 2014-31 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15287: Aye: Branch, Bray, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner, and Ward 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 21, 2014 Nay: None 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. Bill 2014-35 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15291: Aye: Branch, Bray, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None 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 W ITH COLE COUNTY FOR THE LAFAYETTE ENHANCEMENT PROJECT. Bill 2014-36 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15292: Aye: Branch, Bray, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None RESOLUTIONS RS2014-14, sponsored by Councilman Bray: A RESOLUTION ON AMENDMENT 7. Councilman Bray made a motion for adoption of Resolution RS2014-14 as presented. The motion was seconded by Councilman Branch, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call vote: 8 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 21, 2014 Aye: Branch, Bray, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner, and Ward 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 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 Hussey to approve the July 7, 2014, Closed Session minutes, seconded by Councilman Graham, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Branch, Bray, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None ADJOURNMENT 9 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 21, 2014 A motion to adjourn was made by Councilman Bray, seconded by Councilman Graham, and approved unanimously at 7:02 P.M.