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JEFFERSON CITY
PUBLIC WORKS AND PLANNING COMMITTEE
Council Chambers
John G. Christy Municipal Building
320 East McCarty Street
April 11, 2019
Committee Members Present: Attendance
Ken Hussey 10 of 12
Ron Fitzwater 11 of 12
David Kemna 11 of 12
Mark Schreiber 12 of 12
Laura Ward 10 of 11
Staff Present:
Matt Morasch, Director of Public Works
Britt Smith, Operations Division Director
David Bange, City Engineer
Don Fontana, Stormwater Engineer
Mark Mehmert, Transit Division Director
Sonny Sanders, Director of Planning and Protective Services
Larry Burkhardt, Building Official
Ryan Moehlman, City Counselor
Steve Crowell, City Administrator
Brenda Wunderlich, Administrative Supervisor
Vice Chairman Fitzwater called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m. A quorum was present at this
time. The following guests were present: Roger Whittler, 614 Hobbs Road; Jim Rathert, 610 Hobbs
Road; Mayor Carrie Tergin; and Nicole Roberts, News Tribune.
1. Introductions
Introductions were made at this time.
2. Approval of the March 14, 2019 Committee meeting minutes
Councilwoman Ward moved and Councilman Schreiber seconded to approve the March 14,
2019 minutes, motion carried.
3. New Business
1. Salute to Veterans Airshow Update Discussion (Britt Smith)
Mr. Smith stated the Salute to Veterans Airshow will be held May 25 & 26 from 9:00 a.m. to
4:00 p.m. at the Jefferson City Memorial Airport. Transportation to the airshow will be provided by
JeffTran from the State of Missouri parking lots. There will be a parade Downtown on Memorial Day,
May 27.
2. Street Resurfacing Update Discussion (Britt Smith)
Mr. Smith explained Missouri American Water Company will be working on West Main Street
so it was removed from the list and replaced with Country Club Drive and East Miller Street.
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3. City/County Agreement for the Morris Packaging Railroad Spur (David Bange)
Mr. Bange updated the Committee on the agreement and modifications for the rail spur to
meet the requirements of Union Pacific Railroad. A resolution concurring with the County on the
selected contractor will be appearing on the April 15th Council agenda.
4. Proposed Ordinance Modifications for Electrical and Plumbing Licensing (Larry
Burkhardt)
Mr. Burkhardt explained the modifications and stated they had been approved by both the
Electrical and Plumbing Boards. The modifications were mailed to stakeholders and have only
received positive comments.
Councilman Fitzwater moved and Councilwoman Ward seconded to refer the amendments to
the City Council with recommendation to approve, motion carried.
5. Fiber Optic Work in Right-of-Way Discussion (Britt Smith)
Mr. Smith wanted to make the Committee aware of numerous fiber optic installations
happening within the City. Some property owners may not be pleased with having the City right-of-
way torn up and possibly not restoring it as it was. There was discussion among Committee members
and staff regarding the installation process being located within the City right-of-way, temporary
landscape, and inspections of work. Mr. Smith stated John Moore is our Street Inspector and works
with the fiber installers to insure the work is done correctly.
4. Other Topics
Hobbs Road drainage issue
Mr. Smith displayed the area of Hobbs Road having the drainage issues.
There was discussion among Committee members, staff, and those present regarding the
drainage and safety issues.
Mr. Morasch stated he would like the opportunity to review the situation and work with the
property owners to address the issues.
Councilman Schreiber wished to thank the Street Department for taking care of the
paper mess on Brooks Drive and Industrial.
5. Citizen Opportunity to address Council/Staff on Stormwater and Other Public Works
Issues
There were no citizens present to address the Committee.
6. Adjourn
Councilman Fitzwater moved and Councilwoman Ward seconded to adjourn the meeting at
8:18 a.m., motion carried.