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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2015-09-081 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 8, 2015 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Council Meeting of September 8, 2015, was convened at 6:00 P.M. by Mayor Carrie Tergin. ROLL CALL The following Council Members were present for the roll call: Present: Branch, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Scrivner, and Ward Absent: None A quorum was declared present. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A motion was made by Councilman Scrivner, seconded by Councilman Prather, to adopt the agenda, as amended by allowing Ms. Kate Hotel of Mediacom to make her presentation earlier in the meeting under ‘Presentations on Specific Bills or Resolutions.’ The motion to adopt, as amended, was approved unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS Constitution Week Proclamation – Mayor Tergin presented the proclamation to Ms. Vivian Kaysen of the Jefferson City Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution. Ms. Kaysen thanked the City for recognizing Constitution Week each year. PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings scheduled for this meeting. APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 8, 2015 Mayor Tergin recommended the following appointments to City Boards and Commissions for Council approval: A motion was made by Councilman Prather for approval of the appointments as presented, seconded by Councilman Branch, and approved unanimously. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS Parks and Recreation Director provided an update on the University/Community Wellness & Recreation Center. He stated that both the Parks Commission and Lincoln University expected to approve a Memorandum of Understanding this week. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF Mayor Tergin made the following announcements: A “Mayor’s Seatbelt Challenge” campaign to encourage citizens to use their seatbelts will be set and announced when details are finalized. Mayor Tergin announced that crew members from the USS Jefferson City Submarine will visit the City September 22 – 28, and looked forward to participating in some of the events scheduled during that time with the crew. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE UPDATE Lincoln University student / City Council liaison Jonathan Jackson made the following report: Thank you to everyone who attended the August 27 Blue Tiger Fest in Downtown Jefferson City. On Saturday, September 5, the Lincoln University Marching Musical Storm and the Football team traveled to Langston, OK, to compete against each other. The Marching Musical Storm faced off with the Langston University Marching Band in the Battle of the Bands, and on Saturday the football teams played. Both organizations triumphed, and with a score of 34-32 the Blue Tigers earned their first win of the season. Board or Commission Recommended Appointment Expires Term Status Historic Preservation Commission Sarah Hoeller Dec 2015 PARTIAL Planning & Zoning Commission Blake Markus / Alternate May 2016 FULL 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 8, 2015 Saturday, September 12, 2015, at 12:00 p.m. at Dwight T. Reed Stadium, the Blue Tigers will play St. Francis at our BLEED BLUE game. Please come help root on the Blue Tigers. Open Convocation will be Thursday September 10, 2015, at 11 a.m. in Mitchell Auditorium with President Dr. Kevin D. Rome Sr. as the Keynote Speaker. Since serving as City Council Liaison for the University, I have been asked to come speak about Lincoln University to a few local organizations. With the help of the Downtown Association that worked really hard for us to receive Blue Tiger Tuesdays at select businesses in Jefferson City, MO, I will be hosting a number of events at those locations for students to gather and meet people in the community. If there are any committees or initiatives that would like me to speak, please let me know and I will be more than happy to assist and or attend such events. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS Councilman Hussey announced Neighborhood Watch Night parties are coming up and encouraged citizens to get involved in those. Ms. Kate Hotle of Mediacom made a presentation to announce that Mediacom now offers “Gigabit” Broadband service in certain parts of the City as a new premium service. She distributed information about the service and answered questions asked by the Council. Mr. Justin Bennett of Concrete Solutions, LLC, made a presentation regarding Bill 2014-45 (Contract for Marshall – Roland Street project). He stated his objections to the selection of the bidder awarded the contract. Mr. Don Hentges made an announcement regarding the “Moving Wall” which will be in Jefferson City later in September. It will open at noon at Thursday, September 24 and remain until September 28. Anyone who wishes to participate in the reading of the names may contact Ms. Eve Ward at the Jefferson City Veterans Council. Mr. F. Joe Delong made a presentation regarding Bill 2015-33 (Adoption of 2016 Budget). He stated his objections to the increase in the Gross Receipts Utility Tax as proposed by the Budget Committee. CONSENT AGENDA The following items were brought before the Council for approval by Consent: 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 8, 2015 a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: August 10 and August 17, 2015 b. Minutes of Budget Committee Meetings: August 13, 2015 c. Authorizing $218,000.00 Year 3 Renewal with All Season Landscaping and Construction, Inc., for Yard Waste Drop Off and Composting Services d. Authorizing $12,000.00 (approx.) Year 5 Renewal with St. Mary’s Occupational Medicine for Medical Services – Workers’ Compensation e. Authorizing $6,000.00 (revenue) Year 4 Renewal with Houck Transit Advertising f. Authorizing Program-Funded State and Local Task Force Agreement A motion was made by Councilman Graham for approval of the Consent Agenda, seconded by Councilman Costales, and approved unanimously. BILLS INTRODUCED 2015-43, sponsored by Councilman Graham, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 35, THE ZONING CODE, PERTAINING TO MULTI-FAMILY USES IN THE RA-1 ZONING DISTRICT, RESIDENTIAL DRIVEWAY WIDTHS AND STANDARDS FOR FENCES. 2015-44, sponsored by Councilman Branch, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A $25,000.00 AGREEMENT WITH RACKERS CONSULTING, LLC FOR LEGISLATIVE CONSULTANT SERVICES. 2015-45, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH FERCON CONSTRUCTION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $133,700.00 FOR THE ROLAND STREET AND MARSHALL STREET (300 BLOCK) SIDEWALK AND STREET PANEL REPLACEMENT PROJECT. Councilman Henry requested that the rules be suspended and Bill 2015-45 placed on final passage. There were no objections to the request for suspension of the rules. 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 8, 2015 Discussion was held and staff answered questions regarding the bid selected for the project. Bill 2014-45 was then read second and third times by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 15432: Aye: Branch, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None 2015-46, sponsored by Councilman Branch, entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, REGARDING DEPUTY CITY CLERKS. BILLS PENDING 2015-36, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH TWEHOUS EXCAVATING CO., INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $199,229.00 FOR THE BELMONT STORMWATER (600Blk) PROJECT. Bill 2015-36 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15428: Aye: Branch, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None 2015-39, sponsored by Councilman Mihalevich, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MIDWEST ATC SERVICE, INC., FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SERVICES AT THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 2015, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2020. Bill 2015-39 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15429: 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 8, 2015 Aye: Branch, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None 2015-40, sponsored by Councilman Branch, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ENABLING THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, TO JOIN PACE BOARD DISTRICTS AUTHORIZED BY MISSOURI LAW INCLUDING SHOW ME PACE, PURSUANT TO SECTIONS §67.2800 TO §67.2835, RSMO, THE "PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY ACT," AND STATING THE TERMS UNDER WHICH THE CITY WILL CONDUCT ACTIVITIES AS A MEMBER OF SUCH DISTRICT. Bill 2015-40 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15430: Aye: Branch, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None 2015-41, sponsored by Councilman Branch, entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON (CHAPTER 20, SECTION 20-10.1) BY SPECIFYING THE CHAPTERS OF THE CITY CODE FOR WHICH AN ADMINISTRATIVE SEARCH WARRANT MAY BE ISSUED. Bill 2015-41 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15431: Aye: Branch, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None 2015-42, sponsored by Councilman Branch, entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 21 (NUISANCES), SECTION 21-1 (DEFINITIONS) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY THE ADDITION OF BOATS, TRAILERS, AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLES IN THE DEFINITION OF “JUNKED MOTOR VEHICLE.” 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 8, 2015 Councilman Branch requested that Bill 2015-42 be place on the Informal Calendar at this time. INFORMAL CALENDAR 2015-33, sponsored by Councilman Prather, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ADOPTING A BUDGET AND PERSONNEL CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR THE CITY FOR THE PERIOD OF NOVEMBER 1, 2015, TO OCTOBER 31, 2016, AND APPROPRIATING MONEY IN THE CITY TREASURY TO PAY THE COST OF OPERATING THE CITY GOVERNMENT DURING THAT PERIOD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BUDGET. Councilman Prather requested that Bill 2015-33 be removed from the Informal Calendar at this time. Bill 2015-33 was read by title and placed on final passage. Councilman Prather made a motion to accept the budget as amended by the Budget Committee and submitted to the Council. The motion was seconded by Councilman Mihalevich. The motion was approved unanimously by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Branch, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None Following a lengthy discussion, Bill 2015-33 was passed, as amended, by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15433: Aye: Branch, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: Costales and Graham RESOLUTIONS RS2015-15, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON ALLOWING AN EXCEPTION TO CITY CODE, SECTION 26A-40, RELATED TO THE PURCHASE OF USED EQUIPMENT. 8 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 8, 2015 A motion was made by Councilman Costales for adoption of Resolution RS2015-15 as presented, seconded by Councilman Graham, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Branch, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON OTHER TOPICS Mr. Glover Brown made a presentation on behalf of the “Friends of Lafayette” to thank the Council and staff for identifying the problems which will be addressed by passage of Bill 2015-45 (Roland – Marshall Street improvement project). COUNCIL AND STAFF RESPONSE TO PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY There were no comments made at this time. NEW BUSINESS Councilman Costales asked if the City would be able to use legal action to recover the cost of fighting the two recent arson fires. City Counselor Hilpert stated he would look into that possibility and let the Council know. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no Unfinished Business brought forward at this time. APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES A motion was made by Councilman Hussey to approve the August 17, 2015, Closed Session Minutes, seconded by Councilman Prather, and approved by the following roll- call vote: 9 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 8, 2015 Aye: Branch, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Prather, Schreiber, Scrivner, and Ward Nay: None Abstain: Mihalevich ADJOURNMENT A motion for adjournment was made by Councilman Hussey, seconded by Councilman Graham, and approved unanimously at 8:17 P.M.