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MINUTES
JEFFERSON CITY
PUBLIC WORKS AND PLANNING COMMITTEE
Council Chambers
John G. Christy Municipal Building
320 East McCarty Street
June 13, 2019
Committee Members Present: Attendance
Ken Hussey 11 of 13
Ron Fitzwater 12 of 13
David Kemna 12 of 13
Mark Schreiber 13 of 13
Laura Ward 11 of 12
Staff Present:
Matt Morasch, Director of Public Works
Britt Smith, Operations Division Director
Eric Seaman, Wastewater Division Director
David Bange, City Engineer
Don Fontana, Stormwater Engineer
Mark Mehmert, Transit Division Director
Sonny Sanders, Director of Planning and Protective Services
Bryan Wolford, City Counselor
Steve Crowell, City Administrator
Margie Mueller, Finance Director
Matt Schofield, Fire Chief
Angie Haslag, Administrative Assistant
Lisa Dittmer, Administrative Technician
Chairman Hussey called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m. A quorum was present at this time.
The following guests were present: Mayor Carrie Tergin; Councilman Rick Mihalevich; Kelly Bowers;
Mark Bauridl; Hal Dulle; Grant Shorthose; Scott Raithel; Nicole Roberts, News Tribune; Dick Aldrich,
KJLU Radio; and Joe Mclean, KMIZ
1. Introductions
Introductions were made at this time.
2. Approval of the May 9, 2019 Committee meeting minutes
Councilman Fitzwater moved and Councilwoman Ward seconded to approve the May 9, 2019
minutes, motion carried.
3. New Business
1. Flood/Tornado Updates (Britt Smith)
Mr. Smith presented a slide presentation of damages and cleanup efforts. He gave statistics on
the amounts of debris removed and public structure impacts. Mr. Smith also thanked the outside
City’s for their help.
There was little discussion among Committee members and staff.
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2. Standby Pay Code Update (Britt Smith)
Mr. Smith explained the standby pay for Public Works employees has been the same for over
20 years and is hoping to increase the rate. He noted after discussing that there may be other
departments also affected and will need to discuss more with staff. Mr. Smith noted that due to
standby pay being a part of the Personnel Policy that City Council approval will be needed.
There was discussion among Committee members and staff. Staff is seeking no action at this
time. Item may be brought forward for the Finance Committee.
3. HDR Contract for Sewer Protection on the Missouri River (Matt Morasch)
Mr. Morasch presented a slide presentation with explanation of the damage to the bank and
manhole and the need for correction as soon as possible. He noted that the Corps of
Engineers has been alerted and that HDR has worked with the Corps of Engineers before. No
action is needed at this time.
4. Bartlett and West Contract for Roundabout at Clark and Dunklin (David Bange)
Mr. Bange presented a slide presentation with information of the area and the NIES traffic
study that was done. He noted the traffic volume does not warrant a stop sign and proposes to
move forward with the roundabout construction to begin in 2022.
There was little discussion among Committee members and staff regarding cost, and impacts
to surrounding properties.
5. Supplemental Appropriation for Veteran’s Plaza Renovation (David Bange)
Mr. Bange explained the Veteran’s Plaza Board would like to move the bricks currently on the
ground up off the ground. Mr. Bange then showed a slide presentation of the sketches for the
improvements. He noted to complete the project a supplemental appropriation is needed to
move the funds.
Hal Dulle, Veteran’s Plaza Board Member, spoke on the request and noted they would also
like to do another brick campaign or more purchases.
There was little discussion among Committee members and staff. It was noted this is currently
design work only at this time. No action needed.
6. Waiver of Ground Lease and Other Fees Due to Airport Flooding (Britt Smith)
Mr. Smith presented to Committee members that on May 24, 2019 the levee near the Airport
was breached. Tenants of the Airport are asking of plans of fees during unavailability and if
there is any possibility of a change in contract during that time.
Mr. Shorthose, JC Flying Service, spoke on his concerns and the substantial loss of income
during the flood and appreciation for any help. Mr. Raithel, Nick’s Restaurant, briefly spoke of
the same concern.
There was discussion among committee members and city staff. Mr. Wolford cautioned that a
change in contract may violate state laws and more research would need to be done. No
action taken at this time.
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4. Other Topics
Requirements of Sidewalk Repair (David Bange)
Mr. Bange presented a memo to the Committee members and spoke of need and concern to
make changes to Chapter 32 Section 32-98. He noted the need for consistency in the code and
for compliance with ADA Standards and Federal Code on offsets.
There was discussion among committee members and city staff about safety concerns and the
expense impact to personal property owners.
Councilman Kemna moved and Councilwoman Ward seconded to approve the code change,
motion carried.
5. Citizen Opportunity to address Council/Staff on Stormwater and Other Public Works
Issues
608 Norris (Kelly Bowers)
Ms. Bowers spoke on her behalf of the flooding occurrence at her residence and her frustration.
She then presented pictures to the committee members of the damages to her home and the
blocked culverts behind her home. Ms. Bowers is asking the City to reimburse a portion of her
damage expenses incurred.
There was lengthy discussion among committee members and staff. Staff showed a copy of the
model study done of the area by Burns & McDonnel. Concerns for culvert maintenance were
discussed and funding.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Ward to have City Administrator, Mr. Crowell, explore
options to sign and change the policy of storm water maintenance, second by Councilman Kemna.
There was further discussion on the topic among committee members and staff to look at more
options closely. After further discussion, the motion was withdrawn by Councilwoman Ward.
Mr. Crowell indicated he would further review Ms. Bowers request and proceed accordingly.
6. Adjourn
Councilwoman Ward moved and Councilman Fitzwater seconded to adjourn the meeting at
9:21 a.m., motion carried.