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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2016-07-21 minutesMINUTES JEFFERSON CITY PUBLIC WORKS AND PLANNING COMMITTEE Boone/Bancroft Room John G. Christy Municipal Building 320 East McCarty Street July 21, 2016 Committee Members Present: Attendance *Larry Henry, Chairman 4 of 4 Ken Hussey 4 of 4 Rick Prather 4 of 4 Laura Ward 4 of 4 *Arrived late (7:37 a.m.) Committee Members Absent: Attendance Glen Costales 3 of 4 Staff Present: Matt Morasch, Public Works Director Mark Mehmert, Transit Division Director Britt Smith, Operations Division Director David Bange, City Engineer Janice McMillan, Planning & Protective Services Director Eric Barron, Senior Planner Jayme Abbott, Neighborhood Services Coordinator David Grellner, Environmental Health Director Margie Mueller, Finance Director Drew Hilpert, City Counselor Steve Crowell, City Administrator Brenda Wunderlich, Administrative Assistant Vice Chairman Hussey called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m. A quorum was present at this time. The following guests were present: Madeleine Leroux (News Tribune), Gloria Vogt (Towne Grill), Brian Bernskoetter (JC Area Board of Realtors) and Councilman Rick Mihalevich. 1. Introductions Introductions were made at this time. 2. Approval of the June 23, 2016 Committee meeting minutes Councilwoman Ward moved and Councilman Prather seconded to approve the June 23, 2016 minutes, motion carried. Councilman Henry was absent from this vote. Chairman Henry arrived at the meeting at this time (7:37 a.m.) Vice Chairman Hussey turned the meeting over to Chairman Henry. 3. Old Business 1. Amendments to Chapter 3 Advertising and Sign Code (Eric Barron/Drew Hilpert) Mr. Barron distributed a handout of the comments received from the public meeting held on July 14 and staff comments. Minutes/Jefferson City Public Works and Planning Committee July 21, 2016 2 There was discussion among Committee members, staff and those present regarding public hearing, election signs, and sign content. Councilman Hussey moved and Councilwoman Ward seconded to refer the amendments to the City Council with recommendation to approve, motion carried. 2. Bike Lane Update (David Bange) Mr. Bange gave an overview of how staff would implement the bike lanes. There was discussion among Committee members and staff regarding dedicated bike lanes, shared bike lanes, bike signage including pavement sharrows, and “Strava” which is a cyclist global mapping app. 4. New Business 1. Vacation of Right-of-Way at 315 Jefferson Street for Building Addition (Towne Grill-Michael & Gloria Vogt, Lisa Castillo, Requestor’s) (David Bange) Mr. Bange explained staff does not believe the request to vacate a portion of the Jefferson Street right of way is in the best interest of the City and cannot support the request. There was discussion among Committee members, staff and those present regarding the fact that Jefferson Street is a major arterial street, the opportunity for use of existing property for expansion, whether the plan is for a permanent or temporary structure, and the possibility of a permissive use of right of way with a development agreement. Committee members requested staff and Chairman Henry discuss issues with the property owners and reach a mutual agreement. 2. Amending the City Code Pertaining to Sewer Bonds (Margie Mueller/Matt Morasch) Ms. Mueller explained the amendment would clarify the sewer bond covenant required to be put aside in a replacement account is separate from any fiscal reserve policy. Councilman Hussey moved and Councilwoman Ward seconded to refer the amendment to the City Council with recommendation to approve, motion carried. 5. Other Topics 1. Water Main Leak Report (Britt Smith) Mr. Smith referred Committee members to the report included in the packet. 2. Acceptance of Rental Façade Applications (Jayme Abbott) Ms. Abbott explained the goal of the program is to improve the exterior appearance and condition of residential rental properties. Applications for eligible projects will be accepted through Friday, August 12, 2016. Minutes/Jefferson City Public Works and Planning Committee July 21, 2016 3 3. Update on Food Code Open House (David Grellner) Mr. Grellner explained staff proposes to update the Food Code by adopting the 2013 State of Missouri Food Code. There were (2) two open houses and the public comment period will close on August 19. Staff proposes introduction of the ordinance at the October 3, 2016 City Council meeting. 6. Citizen Opportunity to address Council/Staff on Stormwater and Other Public Works Issues There was no one present to address the Committee. 7. Adjourn Councilman Prather moved and Councilman Hussey seconded to adjourn the meeting at this time (8:30 a.m.), motion carried.