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Home My Public Portal About2017-03-061 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MARCH 6, 2017 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Council Meeting of March 6, 2017, was convened at 6:00 P.M. by Mayor Carrie Tergin. ROLL CALL The f ollowing Council Members were present for the roll call: Present: Branch, Graham, Henry, Luebbert, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Absent: Hussey A quorum was declared present. Mayor Tergin recognized Boy Scouts in the audience and asked them to come forward and introduce themselves and tell what school they attend. There were two Scouts from Lewis & Clark Middle School, and one Scout from Thomas Jefferson Middle School. All three were working on their Citizenship in the Community badges. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A motion was made by Councilman Henry, seconded by Councilwoman Wiseman, to adopt the agenda as published. The motion was approved unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS There were no Miscellaneous Agenda items presented at this time. PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings scheduled at this time. APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MARCH 6, 2017 The following appointments to City Boards and Commissions were recommended by Mayor Tergin: Board or Commission Recommended Appointment Term Expires Term Status Airport Advisory Board: Grant Shorthose Jason Thurnau Mar 2021 Mar 2021 FULL FULL Cultural Arts Commission: Ashley Pringer Sarah Smith Mar 2020 Mar 2020 FULL FULL Library Board of Directors Jeff Briggs Mar 2020 FULL TIF Commission Willie Jude Apr 2018 Partial A motion for approval of the appointments as recommended was made by Councilman Branch, seconded by Councilwoman Wiseman, and approved unanimously. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS Mr. Larry Linthicum, Superintendent of Schools for the Jefferson City Public School District, made a presentation informing the Cou ncil about the upcoming two ballot issues on the April 4 ballot. If approved, the issues would increase property taxes to be used for high school needs. He distributed a fact sheet explaining how the funds would be expended. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF Staff Announcements:  Chief Schofield announced a statewide emergency weather drill would occur at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 7. If the predicted inclement weather occurred on March 7, the backup date would be March 9 at 10:00 a.m. Council Committee Announcements:  Councilman Prather announced a Finance Committee meeting at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 9. Mayor’s Announcements:  A Central East Side Neighborhood Floodplain Informational Meeting would be held at 4:00 P.M. on Monday, March 13, in the Council Chambers. 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MARCH 6, 2017  The News Tribune will host candidate forums at City Hall in the Council Chambers, as follows: o March 7 – school board races and the bond and levy issues 6:00 P.M. o March 21 –City Council races on the April 4 ballot, 6:00 P.M.  The City is working with the state for conveyance of land in the Missouri State Penitentiary site from the State of Missouri to the City LINCOLN UNIVERSITY STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE UPDATE Lincoln Liaison Jonathan Jackson was not present to give a report. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS The following persons spoke in favor of bill 2016 -120 (Tobacco 21): Master Deacon Black Ms. Karen Englert, American Heart Association Mr. Dan Thompson, Council for Drug Free Youth Mr. Brent VanConia, SSM Health Center Mr. Gasper Calvaruso, Capital Region Medical Center Ms. Ginny Chadwick Dr. Susan Voss Dr. Gracia Nabane The following persons spoke regarding Bill 2016 -114 (Prescription Drug Monitoring Program): Opposed: Mr. Ron Staggs In Favor: Ms. Kristi Campbell, Cole County Health Department Mr. Jim Marshall Mr. Brent VanConia 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MARCH 6, 2017 Mr. Gasper Calvaruso Bill 2016-116 (Development Agreement with Helias Catholic High School) Fr. Steven Jones, Helias CONSENT AGENDA The following items were brought before the Council for approval by Consent: a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: February 20, 2017 A motion was made by Councilman Prather to approve the Consent Agenda as presented, seconded by Councilwoman Ward, and approved unanimously. BILLS INTRODUCED 2016-115 sponsored by Councilman Henry, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH COLE COUNTY SETTING PROCEDURES FOR JOINT CITY AND COUNTY CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT SALES TAX PROJECTS. 2016-116 sponsored by Councilman Henry, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF THE 1200 BLOCK OF MYRTLE AVENUE. 2016-117 sponsored by Councilman Graham, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT OF CAPITAL MALL SUBDIVISION, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI. 2016-118 sponsored by Councilman Henry, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH LOCHMUELLER GROUP, INC. FOR THE JEFFTRAN SYSTEM-WIDE ASSESSMENT 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MARCH 6, 2017 2016-119 sponsored by Councilman Henry, entitled: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF JEFFERSON AND BURNS AND MCDONNELL ENGINEERING COMPANY, INC., FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AT THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT. 2016-120 sponsored by Councilman Graham, entitled: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 18 (MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS AND OFFENSES) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, RELATING TO THE SALE AND POSSESSION OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS, ALTERNATIVE NICOTINE PRODUCTS, VAPOR PRODUCTS, AND TOBACCO PARAPHERNALIA. BILLS PENDING 2016-105 sponsored by Councilman Prather, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2017 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS SALES TAX G 17-22 FUND. Bill 2016-105 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15623: Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Luebbert, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2016-106 sponsored by Councilman Mihalevich, Hussey & Wiseman, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, REVISING THE VEHICLE FOR HIRE REQUIREMENTS FOUND IN THE CITY CODE AND ALLOWING TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANIES WITHIN THE CITY AND REGULATING THEIR OPERATION. Bill 2016-106 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15624: 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MARCH 6, 2017 Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Luebbert, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2016-107 sponsored by Councilman Graham & Prather, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE 2016 - 2017 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND. Bill 2016-107 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15625: Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Luebbert, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2016-108 sponsored by Councilman Henry, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A $35,820.00 AGREEMENT WITH INDEPENDENT ELECTRIC FOR ELECTRIC MOTOR REPAIRS. Bill 2016-108 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15626: Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Luebbert, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2016-109 sponsored by Councilman Henry, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, VACATING AND DISCONTINUING A SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT OVER A PORTION OF PROPERTY ADDRESSED AS 3519 BENNETT LANE IN THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI. Bill 2016-109 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15627: Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Luebbert, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and W iseman 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MARCH 6, 2017 Nay: None 2016-110 sponsored by Councilman Henry, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, VACATING AND DISCONTINUING A SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT OVER A PORTION OF PROPERTY ADDRESSED AS 2821 AND 2827 SOUTH TEN MILE DRIVE, IN THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI. Bill 2016-110 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15628: Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Luebbert, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2016-111 sponsored by Councilman Ward, Mihalevich, & Schreiber, entitled: AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING AN ADMINISTRATIVE DELAY ON THE PROCESSING OF APPLICATIONS FOR DEMOLITION OF STRUCTURES WHICH ARE AT LEAST FIFTY YEARS OLD WITHIN AN AREA BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY STATE STREET, THE WEST BY ADAMS STREET, THE SOUTH BY COMMERCIAL WAY AND THE EAST BY LAFAYETTE STREET. Bill 2016-111 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15629: Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Luebbert, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2016-112 sponsored by Councilman Graham, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING SECTION 19-401, (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), SCHEDULE V (ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES), OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, BY THE ADDITION OF PORTIONS OF EAST CAPITOL AVENUE. Bill 2016-112 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15630: Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Luebbert, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 8 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MARCH 6, 2017 2016-113 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 AND DELETION OF PORTIONS OF DUNKLIN STREET. Bill 2016-113 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15631: Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Luebbert, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2016-114 sponsored by Councilman Henry, Ward & Mihalevich entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, REVISING CHAPTER 15 OF THE CITY CODE RELATING TO A PRESCRIPTION DRUG MONITORING PROGRAM. Bill 2016-114 was read third time by title, placed on final passage , and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15632: Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Luebbert, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None RESOLUTIONS There were no resolutions presented to the Council at this time. INFORMAL CALENDAR No bills appeared on the Informal Calendar. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON OTHER TOPICS 9 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MARCH 6, 2017 No presentations were made at this time. 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. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business brought before the Council. APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES February 6, 2017, Closed Session Minutes: A motion was made by Councilwoman Wiseman to approve the minutes as presented, seconded by Councilman Henry, and approved unanimously by the following roll -call vote: Aye: Branch, Graham, Henry, Luebbert, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None ADJOURNMENT As there was no further business to come before the Council at this time, a motion for adjournment was made by Councilman Mihalevich, seconded by Councilman Prather, and approved unanimously at 7:46 P.M.