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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2018-09-171 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 17, 2018 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Council Meeting of September 17, 2018, was convened at 6:05 P.M. by Mayor Carrie Tergin. ROLL CALL The f ollowing Council Members were present for the roll call: Present: Fitzwater, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, and Ward Absent: Graham and Wiseman A quorum was declared present. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A motion was made by Councilman Mihalevich to amend the agenda to move Item 15.b. RS2018-15 to Item 4.c. under Miscellaneous. Councilman Hensley se conded the motion. There being no objection, the motion to adopt the amended agenda was approved unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS Mayor Tergin recognized the Boy Scouts in the audience and invited them to the podium to introduce themselves. Mayor Tergin presented a proclamation to Linda Dunbar of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Designating Sept. 17-23 as Constitution Week. Mayor Tergin recognized the City of Jefferson’s United Way Committee for their efforts in this year’s United Way fundraising campaign. The City of Jefferson’s Pacesetter Chairman, Britt Smith, Director of Operations announced that the City raised over $19,000. The City of Jefferson’s team also won an award for “The Best Classic Shoe” design. Mayor Tergin introduced members of the Memorial Day weekend – Salute to Veterans Corporation. Members thanked the City Council for allowing the City of Jefferson to host the 31sts Annual event. Mayor Tergin then took up RS2018 -15. RS2018-15 sponsored by Councilman Hussey, entitled: 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 17, 2018 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND THIS CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND - SALUTE TO VETERANS CORPORATION. Britt Smith presented the resolution to the City Council. Councilman Hussey motioned to approve RS2018-15. Councilman Fitzwater seconded the motion. The resolution was approved by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, and Ward Nay: None Absent: Graham and Wiseman PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Adopting FY2019 Budget i. Associated Pending Bill 2018-034 A staff presentation was made by Margie Mueller, Director of Finance/IT. There being no one from the public to speak on the bill, Mayor Tergin declared the evidentiary portion of the public hearing concluded and stated tha t the Council would now take up the associated bill. 2018-034 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, 2018, TO OCTOBER 31, 2019, AND APPROPRIATING MONEY IN THE CITY TREASURY TO PAY THE COST OF OPERATING THE CITY GOVERNMENT DURING THAT PERIOD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BUDGET. Bill 2018-034 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15825: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, and Ward Nay: None Absent: Graham and Wiseman 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 17, 2018 b. Rezoning 4.96 Acres from RS-2 Low Density Residential to RA-1 High Density Residential for Property Addressed as 1720 Vieth Drive i. Associated Pending Bill 2018-048 A staff presentation was made by Eric Barron, City Planning Manager. Paul Samson, of Central Missouri Professional Services spoke in favor of the bill. Mayor Tergin declared the evidentiary portion of the public hearing concluded and stated that the Council would now take up the associated bill. 2018-048 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 5 ACRES OF LAND ADDRESSED AS 1720 VIETH DRIVE FROM RS-2 LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL TO RA-1 HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL. Bill 2018-048 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15826: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, and Ward Nay: None Absent: Graham and Wiseman c. Rezoning 2.0 Acres from C-1 Neighborhood Commercial, RS-2 Low Density Residential and RD Residential District to PUD Planned Unit Development and a Preliminary PUD Plan for Property Addressed as 2106 Jefferson Street and 2003 and 2007 Southridge Drive i. Associated Pending Bill 2018-049 A staff presentation was made by Eric Barron, City Planning Manager. Adam Weber of Central Electric Power Cooperative and Patrick Kremer, of Central Missouri Professional Services spoke in favor of the bill. Mayor Tergin declared the evidentiary portion of the public hearing concluded and stated that the Council would now take up the associated bill. 2018-049 sponsored by Councilman Graham, entitled 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 17, 2018 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 2.0 ACRES OF LAND ADDRESSED AS 2106 JEFFERSON STREET AND 2003 AND 2007 SOUTHRIDGE DRIVE FROM C-1 NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL, RD RESIDENTIAL DUPLEX AND RS-2 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO PUD PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AND APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PUD PLAN FOR 14.4 ACRES OF PROPERTY. Bill 2018-049 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15827: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, and Ward Nay: None Absent: Graham and Wiseman d. Rezoning 5.0 Acres RD Residential District to RS-4 Single Family Residential for Property Located on Sunset Court and McKay Court i. Associated Pending Bill 2018-050 A staff presentation was made by Eric Barron, City Planning Manager. There being no one from the public to speak on the bill, Mayor Tergin declared the evidentiary portion of the public hearing concluded and stated tha t the Council would now take up the associated bill. 2018-050 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 5 ACRES GENERALLY DESCRIBED AS THE SUNSET COURT AND MCKAY COURT AREA, CONSISTING OF 21 PROPERTY PARCELS, FROM RD TO RS-4. Bill 2018-050 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15828: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, and Ward Nay: None Absent: Graham and Wiseman 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 17, 2018 APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR The appointments to the following Boards and Commissions were approved by roll-call vote. Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, and Ward Nay: None Absent: Graham and Wiseman Board or Commission Recommended Appointment New Term Expires Term Full/Partial Animal Shelter Advisory Committee Melissa Boldan Sept 2021 Full Board of Adjustment Brad Schaefer Sept 2023 Full Sharon Keating Sept 2019 ALT Jay Seaver Sept 2019 ALT Cemetery Resources Board Pam Wren Jun 2020 Partial Cultural Arts Commission Lori Simms Mar 2020 Partial Electrical Exam & Review Board James Gooch* Sept 2021 Full Electrical Exam & Review Board Sam Thomas* Sept 2021 Full Public Transit Advisory Committee Brian Wekamp Jan 2020 Partial *Required a 2/3 majority vote. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS There were no presentations at this time. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF An nouncements and Events  Mayor Tergin made the following announcements:  The Missouri State Fire Marshal 911 Memorial Stair Climb was held Saturday, September 8th, at the Jefferson Building.  The Tunnels 2 Towers 5K was held Saturday, September 15th. Many fire fighters participated in the 5K and the Stair Climb in full gear.  Woody West donated a 911 tribute motorcycle to the City’s Fire Museum at a ceremony held on September 11th at the museum.  The Special Olympics of Missouri’s Training for Life Campus held their Grand Opening Ceremony last week.  Mayor Tergin attended an informational meeting on Prop D which will be on the November ballot. 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 17, 2018  The JC Rocks event was held last weekend where Mayor Tergin presented a proclamation to Charity Hall, the founder of the City’s JC Rocks organization. Mayor Tergin received a hand painted rock featuring the City seal. The rock will be displayed in City Hall.  Mayor Tergin received the Arrive Alive Award at the Highway Safety Heroes Award Reception on September 11th. The award was for her efforts in promoting the “Buckle Up/Phone Down” campaign.  Councilman Fitzwater asked if there was a Prop D Presentation that could be shared with the City Council. Ryan Moehlman, City Counselor indicated that a Prop D Resolution will be on the October 1, City Council Agenda.  Sonny Sanders, Director of Planning and Protective Services made two announcements:  JEFFTRAN Survey and Open House scheduled for Tuesday, September 25th, 2:30 P.M. – 4:30 P.M. in the Boone/Bancroft Room in City Hall.  The Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Public Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 25th, 3:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of City Hall. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE UPDATE Caroline Wanjiru made the following announcements:  The Lincoln University Football Team’s next home game is Saturday, September 22nd at 6:00 P.M.  Dr. Woolfolk’s inauguration as Lincoln University’s next Presiden t will be October 5, 2018 at 10:00 A.M. The inauguration ball will be at 7:00 P.M. Both events will be held at the LINC. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS No one signed up to speak on specific bills or resolutions. Mr. Ed Williams asked to address the City Council. Councilman Mihalevich motioned, and Councilwoman Ward seconded the motion to allow Mr. Williams to address the City Council. The motion passed unanimously by roll-call vote. Mr. Williams voiced his concerns with the City Charter in relation to members of the Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce and conflicts of interest when voting on City matters. CONSENT AGENDA The following items were brought before the City Council for approval by Consent: a. Minutes of City Council Meeting: September 4, 2018 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 17, 2018 b. Authorize the Renewal (Year 4) $25,000 Contract for Legislative Consultant Services from Rackers Consulting, LLC c. Authorize the Renewal (Year 2) $185,000 Contract for Economic Development from Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce d. Authorize the Renewal (Year 3) $23,198.93 Contract for 911 Center Telephone Maintenance from Solacom Technologies e. Acceptance of MoDOT, Traffic & Highway Safety Division Hazardous Moving Violations Enforcement Grant f. Acceptance of MoDOT, Traffic & Highway Safety Division DWI Enforcement Grant A motion was made by Councilman Mihalevich and seconded by Councilman Prather to approve the Consent Items. The motion was approved unanimously. BIILLS INTRODUCED 2018-051 sponsored by Councilman Hussey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2017-2018 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE JC VETERANS PLAZA TRUST FUND. 2018-052 sponsored by Councilman Prather, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2017-2018 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND. Councilman Prather requested to suspend the rules so the bill could be read a third time, and taken up for final passage. There were no objections. Bill 2018-052 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15829: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, and Ward Nay: None Absent: Graham and Wiseman 2018-053 sponsored by Councilman Hussey, entitled: 8 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 17, 2018 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF SIDEWALKS ON MISSOURI BOULEVARD CONSTRUCTED BY PROJECT NO . TAP- 3100 (524). 2018-054 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 41 ACRES GENERALLY DESCRIBED AS A PORTION OF THE AREA SOUTH OF DUNKLIN STREET, EAST OF HIGHWAY 54 AND WEST OF JEFFERSON STREET, CONSISTING OF 139 PROPERTY PARCELS, FROM RA-2 HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL AND C-2 GENERAL COMMERCIAL TO RS-4 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL. BILLS PENDING 2018-034 Taken up under 5(a.) 2018-046 sponsored by Councilman Hussey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH ALL SEASONS LANDSCAPING AND CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR THE OPERATION OF A PUBLIC COMPOST SITE. Bill 2018-046 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15830: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, and Ward Nay: None Absent: Graham and Wiseman 2018-047 sponsored by Councilman Hussey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH FRIT Z MECHANICAL d/b/a CENTRAL MISSOURI PLUMBING, LLC FOR PLUMBING MAINTENANCE SERVICES. 9 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 17, 2018 Bill 2018-047 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15831: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, and Ward Nay: None Absent: Graham and Wiseman 2018-048 Taken up under 5(b.) 2018-049 Taken up under 5(c.) 2018-050 Taken up under 5(d.) INFORMAL CALENDAR 2018-038 sponsored by Councilman Fitzwater/co-sponsor Councilman Hussey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, APPROVING AN AMENDED AND RESTATED CHARTER OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON AND SUBMIT SUCH CHARTER TO A VOTE OF THE CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. 2018-039 sponsored by Councilman Fitzwater/co-sponsor Councilman Hussey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, SUBMITTING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON RELATING TO TERM LIMITS ON THE OFFICES OF COUNCILMEMBER AND MAYOR TO A VOTE OF THE CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. 2018-040 sponsored by Councilman Fitzwater/co-sponsor Councilman Hussey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, SUBMITTING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON RELATING TO THE OFFICE OF CITY PROSECUTOR TO A VOTE OF THE CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. 2018-041 sponsored by Councilman Fitzwater/co-sponsor Councilman Hussey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, SUBMITTING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON RELATING TO CONFLICTS OF INTEREST TO A VOTE OF THE CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. 2018-042 sponsored by Councilman Fitzwater/co-sponsor Councilman Hussey, entitled: 10 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 17, 2018 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, SUBMITTING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON RELATING TO PROHIBITIONS AND INCOMPATIBLE OFFICES TO A VOTE OF THE CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. 2018-045 sponsored by Councilman Hussey, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 30, SOLID WASTE, ARTICLE I, CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, PERTAINING TO THE DEFINITION OF RESPONSIBLE PARTY. Councilman Hussey requested take 2018-045 off the Informal Calendar. There were no objections. Councilman Hussey motioned and Councilwoman Ward seconded the motion to take up Substitute Bill for 2018-045. The motion passed unanimously by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, and Ward Nay: None Absent: Graham and Wiseman After some discussion between City Council and City Staff, Councilman Hussey motioned, and Councilwoman Ward seconded the motion to postpone the vote on Substitute Bill 2018-045 until the October 1st City Council Meeting. The motion passed unanimously by voice-vote. RESOLUTIONS RS2018-14 sponsored by Councilman Hussey, entitled: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO LIMIT ENFORCEMENT OF PARKING REGULATIONS ON OCTOBER 8, 2018 Britt Smith presented the resolution. Councilman Hussey motioned to approve RS2018-14. Councilwoman Ward seconded the motion. The resolution was approved by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, and Ward Nay: None Absent: Graham and Wiseman RS2018-15 Taken up under 4(c.) 11 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 17, 2018 PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON OTHER TOPICS No one signed up to present to City Council. Mr. Glover Brown asked to address the City Council. Councilman Hussey motioned, and Councilman Fitzwater seconded the motion to allow Mr. Glover to address the Council. The motion passed unanimously by roll-call vote. Mr. Glover requested that the letter he had presented at the September 4th City Council meeting be included in that meeting’s minutes. COUNCIL AND STAFF RESPONSE TO PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY The City Clerk indicated that the document would be included in the September 4th City Council minutes. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business at this time. APPROVAL OF 9/4/18 CLOSED SESSION MINUTES A motion was made by Councilman Hussey to approve the September 4, 2018 Closed Minutes, seconded by Councilwoman Ward, and approved unanimously by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Prather, Schreiber, and Ward Nay: None Abstain: Mihalevich Absent: Graham and Wiseman UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business at this time. ADJOURNMENT A motion to adjourn was made by Councilman Hussey, seconded by Councilman Hensley, and approved unanimously at 7:45 P.M.