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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2016-10-031 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 3, 2016 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Council Meeting of October 3, 2016, 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, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, and Ward Arrived Late: *Wiseman (arrived at 6:03 P.M.) Absent: Costales A quorum was declared present. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A motion was made by Councilman Mihalevich, seconded by Councilman Hussey, to adopt the agenda with an amendment to add the following two items under “Miscellaneous Agenda Items:” (d) Recognition of Police Officer Shawn Dumsday for receiving an award from the Missouri Mothers Against Drunk Drivers (“MADD”) (e) Move Resolution RS2016-21 from “Resolutions” to this point on the agenda to recognize the 2016 Outstanding City Employee earlier The motion to adopt, as amended, was approved unanimously. *Councilwoman Wiseman arrived at this point in the meeting (6:03 P.M.) Recognition of Scouts: Mayor Tergin recognized Boy Scouts in the audience and asked them to come forward and introduce themselves and state the Troops with which they were affiliated. All the Scouts present were from Troop 8 of both JC and Trinity Lutheran Schools. Mayor Tergin welcomed them and wished them well in their Scouting achievements. 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 3, 2016 MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS a. Mayor Tergin read and presented a p roclamation in recognition of “Rotary World Polio Day” to Mr. Greg Frank, Jefferson City Breakfast Rotary Club, who made comments regarding this issue. He then introduced other Rotary Club members present who identified which Rotary club they represented. b. Mayor Tergin read the proclamation in recognition of the late Joe Wilson which had been presented to Mr. Wilson’s family during a private family memorial ceremony upon the passing of Mr. Wilson. Mr. Wilson’s son, Justin, was present and thanked the City for recognizing his father. Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Department Director Todd Spalding also announced that the Parks and Recreation Commission had voted to name the Missouri River Noren Access the “Joe Wilson Serenity Point at Noren Access” in honor of Mr. Wilson. c. Mayor Tergin read a “letter of appreciation” addressed to the “Toys for Tots” organization in recognition of their efforts to provide toys to children each Christmas, and encouraged citizens to support this cause. Mr. Harold E. Faughan was present to make comments about the organization and thanked the City for its recognition. d. Mayor Tergin announced that Police Officer Shawn Dumsday had recently been one of fifteen police officers recognized by the Missouri Mothers Against Drunk Drivers (“MADD”) for outstanding efforts towards reducing drunk driving throughout the state. Officer Dumsday was present and made comments and thanked the City for recognizing his efforts. e. Resolution RS2016-21 was taken up at this time. 2016-21 sponsored by Council Members Branch, Costales, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON RECOGNIZINGJOHN VOSS AS 2016 OUTSTANDING EMPLOYEE A motion for adoption of RS2016-21 was made by Councilman Mihalevich, seconded by Councilwoman Wiseman, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None City Administrator Steve Crowell made a presentation regarding Mr. Voss’s outstanding service to the City, and congratulated Mr. Voss who was present to accept the Resolution. 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 3, 2016 PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings scheduled for this time. APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR There were no appointments presented for approval at this time. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS No presentations were made at this time. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF Mayor Tergin made announcements about the following recent or upcoming events: 1. October 1 marked the anniversary of when Jefferson City became the state capital on that date in 1826. 2. October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and events sponsored by the American Cancer Society (635-4839) as follows: a. October 9 – Cole County “Pink Up the Race” 5k event, 2:00-4:00 P.M. b. October 7 – “Pink Ribbon Golf Tournament,” 10:00 A.M. c. October 20 – “Pretty in Pink” ladies’ cocktail party event, 5:00-8:00 P.M. 3. SSM Health Center will sponsor its annual “Mammothon” event throughout the month of October. Those having a mammogram on each Thursday through the month will receive a free t-shirt from SSM. Council Members made announcements about the following recent or upcoming events: 1. Councilman Graham announced that Lincoln University is celebrating its Homecoming, and reminded citizens that fireworks will occur at 9:00 P.M. on Friday, October 7; the parade will take place on Saturday, October 8, beginning at 9:30 A.M; and the football game will kick off at 2:00 P.M. He stated expectations are that this year would be the largest homecoming in Lincoln University’s history as LU is celebrating its 150th anniversary. 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 3, 2016 2. Councilman Henry announced the 6th annual “Ball 4-D-Hall” 3-on-3 basketball scholarship fundraiser game sponsored by Lincoln University in honor of the late Daryl A. Hall. The event would occur on Saturday, October 8, at 12:00 P.M. at Knowles YMCA, with all proceeds going towards the Officer Daryl A. Hall Scholarship for LU students. Staff made announcements about the following or upcoming events: 1. Planning & Protective Services Director Janice McMillan announced that CAMPO is hosting an open house on Thursday, October 13, from 3:00 -6:00 P.M. in the Boone-Bancroft Room to receive input from citizens on pedestrian and bicycle issues. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE UPDATE Lincoln University student liaison Jonathan Jackson was not present to provide an update. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS There were no presentations made at this time. CONSENT AGENDA The following items were brought before the Council for approval by Consent: a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: September 19, 2016 b. Authorizing $47,031.84 Agreement with Ameren Missouri for New Electrical Services for Hayselton Pump Station c. Authorizing Permissive Use of Right-of-Way at 315 Jefferson Street (Towne Grill) d. Declaring Property Surplus and Authorizing Sale of Neighborhood Stabilization Property at 304 Marshall Street e. Accepting Bid 2880 from Key Equipment & Supply for Street Sweeper P arts A motion was made by Councilman Branch to approve the Consent Agenda as presented, seconded by Councilman Graham, and approved unanimously. 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 3, 2016 BILLS INTRODUCED 2016-57 sponsored by Councilman Henry, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A WAYFINDING SIGNING AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR WAYFINDING SIGNAGE ON THE REX WHITTON EXPRESSWAY. 2016-58 sponsored by Councilman Branch, entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 2 (ADMINISTRATION), SECTION 2-20 (COMPENSATION OF OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, PERTAINING TO COMPENSATION PAID TO ELECTED OFFICIALS. 2016-59 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 0.97 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED IN THE 1100 BLOCK OF OAK STREET FROM RS-4, SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL, TO C- O, OFFICE COMMERCIAL, AND ENDORSING AN ASSOCIATED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT. 2016-60 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 0.25 ACRES OF LAND ADDRESSED AS 615 EAST CAPITOL AVENUE FROM RA-2, HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO C-O, OFFICE COMMERCIAL. 2016-61 sponsored by Councilman Henry, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, UPDATING CHAPTER 28 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, PERTAINING TO THE RESTAURANT AND FOOD CODE 2016-62 sponsored by Councilman Graham, entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 19-401, (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), SCHEDULE N (PARKING METER ZONES AND MONTHLY PARKING FEES), 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 3, 2016 SUBPARAGRAPH (b); AND SCHEDULE O (PARKING TIME LIMIT ZONES), SUBPARAGRAPH (c)(1), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, PERTAINING TO PARKING ON A PORTION OF EAST MCCARTY STREET. 2016-63 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, BY THE ADDITION OF SUNSET LAKE ROAD ON THE NORTH AND SOUTH SIDES, BETWEEN SUNSET COURT AND SOUTHRIDGE DRIVE. BILLS PENDING 2016-49 sponsored by Councilman Henry, entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A $140,782.00 AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLANNING SERVICES FOR THE PERIOD OF NOVEMBER 1, 2016, TO OCTOBER 31, 2017, REFLECTING CONSOLIDATED PLANNING GRANT (CPG) FUNDS AS APPROVED IN THE FY2017 UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGRAM Bill 2016-49 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15570: Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2016-50 sponsored by Councilman Henry, entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A $138,916.00 SURFACE TRANSPORTATION PLANNING GRANT SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLANNING SERVICES. Bill 2016-50 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15571: 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 3, 2016 Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2016-51 sponsored by Councilman Prather, entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A $41,615.00 AGREEMENT WITH EVERS AND COMPANY, LLC, FOR AUDIT SERVICES FOR THE 2015-2016 FISCAL YEAR. Bill 2016-51 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15572: Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2016-52 sponsored by Councilman Henry, entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A $28,000.00 ENGINEERING DESIGN CONTRACT WITH MECO ENGINEERING COMPANY, INC., FOR ELECTRICAL DESIGN SERVICES; AND AUTHORIZING A $12,000.00 SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND. Bill 2016-52 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15573: Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2016-53 sponsored by Councilman Henry, entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A $55,800.00 AGREEMENT WITH CENTRAL MISSOURI PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC., FOR THE EVALUATION AND PRELIMINARY DESIGN OF THE MSP PARKWAY. Bill 2016-53 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15574: Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman 8 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 3, 2016 Nay: None RESOLUTIONS 2016-22 sponsored by all ten Councilman Henry, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR A HOME REPAIR OPPORTUNITY GRANT. A motion was made by Councilman Hussey for adoption of Resolution RS2016-22 as presented, seconded by Councilman Prather, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Hussey, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None INFORMAL CALENDAR There were no bills on the Informal Calendar. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON OTHER TOPICS The following persons made presentations in opposition to an apartment complex development proposed by Missouri Housing Development Commission (“MHDC”) on property at the corner of E. McCarty and Lafayette Streets: Ms. Donna Deetz, whose comments included the announcement of a public hearing sponsored by the Missouri Housing Development Commission (“MHDC”) on Monday, October 17, at 11:00 A.M. at the Stoney Creek Inn, 2601 S. Providence Road, in Columbia. She indicated her trolley company will provide trolley transportation to that public hearing. Mr. Tony Smith Ms. Connie Hubbell Mr. Matt Holland, who had not signed up to speak, also asked to speak. A motion was made by Councilman Mihalevich, seconded by Councilman Graham, to suspend the Council’s rules and allow the additional speaker. The motion was approved unanimously. 9 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 3, 2016 Mr. Matt Holland Ms. Cathy Bordner, who had not signed up to speak, also asked to speak. A motion was made by Councilman Schreiber, seconded by Councilman Graham, to suspend the Council’s rules and allow the additional speaker. The motion was approved unanimously. Ms. Cathy Bordner COUNCIL AND STAFF RESPONSE TO PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY Councilman Mihalevich requested that Interim City Counselor Mark Comley provide information regarding the Council’s participation in the above -mentioned public hearing or in the matter of the MHDC development issue. Mr. Comley made comments regarding the “due process” required of the Council by statute and City Code, and answered questions asked by the Mayor and Council. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business brought forward at this time. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Councilman Graham stated he had been asked by Councilman Costales to request an update on the status of the classification and compensation study. Mr. Crowell stated he believed the process was nearing its completion and hoped to have the final information to bring to the Council within the next few weeks. ADJOURNMENT As no further business was brought the Council at this time, Mayor Tergin adjourned the meeting at 7:19 P.M.