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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 21, 2015
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Council Meeting of September 21, 2015, was convened at 6:07 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
Mayor Tergin asked City Counselor Drew Hilpert to explain how the Council wished to
amend the agenda to allow for addition and movement of items tonight. Mr. Hilpert
stated that the following amendments had been requested by the Council:
(1) Add presentation of 2015 Regatta Mayor’s Cup to Jim Crabtree under
Miscellaneous Agenda Items as item “b.”
(2) Move Resolution RS2015-17 (“ABLE Day”) up on the agenda under
Miscellaneous Agenda Items as item “c.”
(3) Add Mayor’s Veto to agenda between items 3 (Adoption of the Agenda) and 4
(Miscellaneous Agenda Items) on the agenda, immediately followed by a period
of public comment before the Council votes on the veto.
A motion was made by Councilman Graham, seconded by Councilman Prather, to
adopt the agenda, with the amendments explained by Mr. Hilpert. The motion to adopt,
as amended, was approved unanimously.
MAYOR’S VETO OF BILL 2015-33
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Mayor Tergin read her veto message explaining her disapproval of Bill 2015-33
(Ordinance 15433), pertaining to adoption of the 2015 -2016 budget, which is entered
into the record as follows:
To: Members of the City Council
From: Mayor Carrie Tergin
Re: FY 2016 Budget
Date: September 21, 2015
The purpose of this memo is to advise the Council that I have decided to veto Ordinance Number
2015-33, by which you approved the city’s FY 2016 Budget.
It is my firm belief that increasing the cost of government to our citizens should be done with a
great deal of forethought and as a last resort. I am not convinced that the city’s financial need
justifies increasing taxes by any amount at this time.
I want to especially draw your attention to the fact that sales tax revenue has been increasing at a
faster pace than it was a year ago. City government has collected roughly $10.78M from the one
cent sales tax during the past twelve months. Yet, the council approved budget is projecting
collections at $10.3M from the one cent sales tax during the FY2016 fiscal year. I know of no
basis for believing that either the national or local economy will recede during the next year. In
fact, with the growth of our retail sector (e.g., Sam’s), I believe that the city’s sales tax revenue
will continue to increase.
For the reasons outlined above I must respectfully exercise my authority to veto this budget.
At the conclusion of the veto message, Mayor Tergin announced that the Council will
now open the floor for public comment on the issue. No one came forward to speak on
the issue.
Mayor Tergin then put the following question to the Council: “Shall the ordinance take
effect despite the disapproval of the mayor?”
After a lengthy discussion, the veto was overridden by the following roll-call vote:
Aye: Branch, Costales, Henry, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Scrivner, and
Ward
Nay: Graham and Hussey
Bill 2015-33 (Ordinance 15433) stands, and will go into effect without the Mayor’s
signature.
MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS
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(a) United Way Update by City Employees Britt Smith, Laura Lewis, and Kay
Stuefer: Following a brief narrated visual presentation by Mr. Smith, Mayor
Tergin presented the “Tiki Award” to the City team which included City
Administrator Crowell and Councilman Graham, for participation on this year’s
United Way City of Jefferson team.
(b) Mayor Tergin presented the 2015 Regatta Mayor’s Cup to Mr. Jim Crabtree,
winner of this year’s event. She congratulated Mr. Crabtree and thanked him for
bringing the cup back to Jefferson City.
(c) RS2015-17 A RESOLUTION DECLARING SEPTEMBER 21, 2015, AS “ABLE
DAY” IN JEFFERSON CITY
A motion was made by Councilman Prather, seconded by Councilman Graham, to
adopt RS2015-17 as presented, and approved unanimously by the following roll -call
vote:
Aye: Branch, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather,
Schreiber, Scrivner, and Ward
Nay: None
Following introduction of the ABLE tutors and volunteers by Mr. Mike Downey, which
included ABLE Tutor Councilman Bob Scrivner, Mayor Tergin thanked them for their
service to the community. Mr. Downey explained that anyone who would like to become
involved with ABLE can do so by calling (573) 636-5558, or by email at
AbleLearningCenter@gmail.com.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. Amending Chapter 35 Pertaining to Multi-Family Uses in the RA-1 District,
Residential Driveway Widths and Fencing Standards.
Following a staff presentation by Planning and Protective Services Director Janice
McMillan, Mayor Tergin opened the floor for public comment on the issue.
No one came forward to speak either in favor of, or opposition to , the proposed
rezoning. Mayor Tergin declared the public hearing concluded and stated the Council
would take up the associated pending bill.
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
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ZONING DISTRICT, RESIDENTIAL DRIVEWAY WIDTHS AND STANDARDS FOR
FENCES.
Bill 2015-43 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the
following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15434:
Aye: Branch, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather,
Schreiber, Scrivner, and Ward
Nay: None
APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR
Mayor Tergin recommended the following appointments:
a. Staff Appointments to Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO)
1. Board of Directors
a. Matt Morasch
b. Janice McMillan
c. Mark Mehmert
2. Technical Committee
a. David Bange
b. Britt Smith
c. Sonny Sanders
d. Mark Mehmert
e. Janice McMillan
f. Matt Morasch
g. Bill Lockwood
A motion was made by Councilman Scrivner for approval of the appointments as
presented, seconded by Councilman Hussey, and approved unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS
Parks and Recreation Director Bill Lockwood provided an update on the
University/Community Wellness & Recreation Center. He stated that the Parks
Commission and Lincoln University had both voted to approve a Memorandum of
Understanding since the last Council meeting.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF
The Council made the following announcements:
Councilman Mihalevich announced that the September 24 Public Service
Committee meeting had been canceled.
Councilman Scrivner announced that the Public Works & Planning Committee
would meet on Thursday, September 24 at 7:30 a.m.
Councilman Branch announced that crew members of the USS Jefferson City
Submarine would be in the City beginning September 24 and would participate in
the Old Munichburg Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 26, as well as a BBQ
event at Memorial Park on Sunday evening, September 27. Tickets for the BBQ
can be purchased for $14 at several businesses as well as City Hall.
Mayor Tergin made the following announcements about recently held and upcoming
events:
Chamber of Commerce event held at East School to give a tour of school
renovations
Jefferson City Fire Department Annual BBQ
“Safety Net” Concert
Vietnam Memorial Moving Wall
Katy Trail 25th Anniversary Celebration
Oktoberfest at Old Munichburg
Eastside Business Association BBQ at McClung Park
Staff made the following announcements:
Public Works Director Matt Morasch announced the Transit Division will hold a
“Ride the Bus Free Day” on Columbus Day (October 12) since that is a state and
county holiday on which the buses would be in operation. He encouraged
citizens to ride the bus on that day as a way to “try out” the public transit system.
Transit will also unveil their new logo and uniforms on that date.
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LINCOLN UNIVERSITY STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE UPDATE
Lincoln University student / City Council liaison Jonathan Jackson was not present, but
Mayor Tergin stated he would make announcements at the October 5 Council meeting
about Lincoln University’s schedule of Homecoming events.
PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS
Ms. Sherry Doctorian of Armstrong Teasdale , LLC, made a presentation regarding Bill
2015-44 (Contract for Legislative Consultant) to thank the City for th e opportunity to bid
on this service and looked forward to possibly bidding again in the future.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were brought before the Council for approval by Consent:
a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: September 8, 2015
b. Minutes of Budget Committee Meetings: August 24 and August 27, 2015
c. Renewal (Year Two) of Bid in the Amount of Approximately $21,250.00 with
Schuhmacher Fire Equipment for Protective Clothing for the Fire Department
d. Accepting $11,204.33 Department of Justice Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant
e. Accepting $20,000.00 MoDOT Grant for Hazardous Moving Violation
Enforcement Overtime Reimbursement
f. Accepting $20,000.00 MoDOT Grant for DWI Enforcement Overtime
Reimbursement
A motion was made by Councilman Graham for approval of the Consent Agenda,
seconded by Councilman Henry, and approved unanimously.
BILLS INTRODUCED
2015-47, 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 0.62 ACRES OF LAND ADDRESSED AS
816, 818 AND 820 SOUTHWEST BOULEVARD FROM RA-2 MULTI-FAMILY
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RESIDENTIAL TO C-2 GENERAL COMMERCIAL; DESCRIBED AS LOT 1 AND PART
OF LOT 2 OF WESTWOOD SUBDIVISION PART 1, IN JEFFERSON CITY, COLE
COUNTY, MISSOURI.
2015-48, sponsored by Councilman Prather, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE
2014-2015 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY CHANGING THE
PERSONNEL SCHEDULE WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE.
Councilman Prather requested that the rules be suspended and Bill 2015-48 be placed
on final passage. There were no objections to the request for suspension of the rules.
Bill 2015-48 was then read second and third times by title, placed on final passage, and
passed by the following vote as Ordinance No. 15437:
Aye: Branch, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather,
Schreiber, Scrivner, and Ward
Nay: None
2015-49, sponsored by Councilman Prather, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION
3.5 OF THE FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PLAN FOR CITY EMPLOYEES.
2015-50, sponsored by Councilman Scrivner, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, VACATING AND
DISCONTINUING A PORTION OF THE 600 BLOCK OF EAST ELM STREET
RIGHT-OF-WAY.
2015-51, 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 WEST ATCHISON.
Following discussion, Public Works Director Matt Morasch was asked to exchange
contact information with the pastor of a church located in the affected area as the pastor
was in attendance at the meeting.
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2015-52, 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 JOHN STREET.
2015-53, 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 MADISON STREET.
2015-54, sponsored by Councilman Branch, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI,
PROHIBITING THE POSSESSION, PURCHASE, OR ATTEMPTED PURCHASE OF
TOBACCO PRODUCTS INCLUDING ALTERNATIVE NICOTINE PRODUCTS BY A
MINOR.
BILLS PENDING
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.
Bill 2015-44 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the
following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15435:
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.
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Bill 2015-46 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the
following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15436:
Aye: Branch, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather,
Schreiber, Scrivner, and Ward
Nay: None
INFORMAL CALENDAR
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.”
Councilman Branch requested that Bill 2015-42 be removed from the Informal Calendar
and placed on final passage at this time. Bill 2015-42 was read by title and placed on
final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15438.
Aye: Branch, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather,
Schreiber, Scrivner, and Ward
Nay: None
RESOLUTIONS
RS2015-16, sponsored by Councilman Prather, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH UNITED HEALTHCARE
FOR GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE.
A motion was made by Councilman Prather for adoption of Resolution RS2015-16 as
presented, seconded by Councilman Costales, 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
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Mr. Rick Crawford made a presentation to share his ideas pertaining to a Police
“Coaching Program” and distributed a handout which explained the program. Mayor
Tergin suggested that Mr. Crawford contact Police Chief Schroeder to discuss his ideas
with him.
COUNCIL AND STAFF RESPONSE TO PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY
There were no comments made at this time.
NEW BUSINESS
There was no New Business brought forward at this time.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no Unfinished Business brought forward at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion for adjournment was made by Councilman Graham, seconded by Councilman
Costales, and approved unanimously at 7:37 P.M.