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Home My Public Portal About2019-10-071 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2019 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Carrie Tergin called the October 7, 2019 City Council meeting to order at 6:04 P.M. ROLL CALL The f ollowing Council Members were present for the roll-call: Present: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Absent: Hussey A quorum was declared present. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A motion was made by Councilwoman Ward and seconded by Councilman Fitzwater to adopt the agenda. There being no objection, the motion to adopt the agenda was approved unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS a. Mayor Tergin then presented the “Project Homeless Connect Day” proclamation to the Planning Committee and volunteers. The Project Homeless Connect event is Friday, October 18th, 9:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. in the 300 block of East Capitol Avenue. Those wishing to volunteer can sign up at jcprojecthomelessconnect.weeble.com. Monetary donations are also welcomed, payable to First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 1707, Jefferson City, MO 65102. b. RS2019-11 was then taken up, sponsored by Councilwoman Wiseman, and co- sponsored by Councilmembers Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, and Ward. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON RECOGNIZING DAVID WILLIAMS AS 2019 OUTSTANDING EMPLOYEE Steve Crowell, City Administrator presented the resolution. Councilman Graham motioned to adopt RS2019-11. Councilwoman Wiseman seconded the motion. The resolution was adopted by the following roll -call vote: 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2019 Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Hussey PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings at this time. APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR There were no appointments at this time. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS Randy Allen, President/CEO of the Jefferson City Chamber of Commerce, updated the City Council on the survey currently being conducted by the Chamber at jcmostrategy.com. The original goal was to receive 1,000 responses. To date, they’ve received approximately 1,200 responses, and are now updating their goal to 2,000 responses. Mr. Allen also announced the Chamber’s Business Expo scheduled for Tuesday afternoon, October 8th at the Capital Plaza Hotel. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF Mayor Tergin’s announcements included:  All City meetings can be found on the City’s calendar at jefersoncitymo.gov.  Mayor Tergin attended the naturalization ceremony today, held at the Missouri National Guard - Ike Skelton Training Site.  The Missouri State Fire Marshalls Stair Climb to honor those firefighters who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, is scheduled for October 19th.  The Lincoln University homecoming parade is scheduled for October 19th.  The Murphy’s Ford Concert will be at Lincoln University, Richardson Auditorium on October 14th to benefit United Way.  Porchfest was held on October 6th on Forest Hill. Councilmembers Ward, Kemna, and Hensley attended the event, reporting back with a successful event turnout.  The MO Bicentennial Paint for a Cause is currently taking place. More information can be found at missouri2021.org. Sonny Sanders, Director of Planning and Protective Services announced the department’s survey currently on the City website: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/jeffcityplansurvey. 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2019 The next Community Workshop, focusing on land use/visioning, is scheduled for October 24th from 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at City Hall, in the Boone Bancroft Room. Fire Chief Matt Schofield presented the theme for Fire Prevention Week: “Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. Plan and Practice Your Escape!” Fire Prevention Week is October 6th thru October 12th. The Fire Department has local events planned in the community. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE UPDATE – Caroline Wanjiru Ms. Wanjiru made the following announcements:  Homecoming week is October 14th – 19th. The community is invited to homecoming festivities to support the University. The parade and football game are scheduled for October 19th. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS Ms. Dorothy Walker, a member of The National Foundation for the Blind, spoke on her concerns with Bill 2019-053 related to the definition of motorized bicycles and how those with visual impairments without driver’s licenses would be affected. CONSENT AGENDA The following items were brought before the City Council for approval by Consent: a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: September 16 and September 30, 2019 b. Authorize Agreement with Housing Authority for Property Purchase c. Authorizing Renewal (Year 3) of the $185,000 Agreement with Jefferson City Chamber of Commerce for Economic Development Services d. Approving Gail Strope as Employer Representative to LAGERS Annual Meeting A motion was made by Councilwoman Wiseman and seconded by Councilman Prather to approve the Consent Items. The motion was approved unanimously. BIILLS INTRODUCED 2019-055 sponsored by Councilman Graham AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 19 (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), BY ADDING A STOP SIGN TO BUSCH STREET BEFORE ENTERING VIRGINIA STREET. 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2019 2019-056 sponsored by Councilman Mihalevich AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH EVERS & COMPANY, CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS, LLC FOR AUDIT SERVICES. 2019-057 sponsored by Councilman Hussey AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2018-2019 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE JC VETERANS PLAZA TRUST FUND. 2019-058 sponsored by Councilman Graham AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 35, THE ZONING CODE, PERTAINING TO MEDICAL MARIJUANA TESTING AND TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES. 2019-059 sponsored by Councilman Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A $145,844 AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION PLANNING SERVICES FOR THE PERIOD OF NOVEMBER 1, 2019 TO OCTOBER 31, 2020, REFLECTING CONSOLIDATED PLANNING GRANT (CPG) FUNDS AS APPROVED IN THE FY 2020 UNIFIED PLANNING WORK PROGRAM. 2019-060 sponsored by Councilman Kemna AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A FIRST AMENDED AND RESTATED MASTER LICENSE AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH JEFFERSON CITY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION, JEFFERSON CITY PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION, AND BICENTENNIAL BRIDGE, LLC. BILLS PENDING 2019-049 sponsored by Councilman Hussey AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, VACATING AND DISCONTINUING ALL CITY RETAINED EASEMENTS IN THE VACATED RIGHT-OF- 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2019 WAY OF THE UNNAMED ALLEY LOCATED BETWEEN THE 900 BLOCK OF WEST MAIN STREET AND WEST HIGH STREET. There being no objection, Bill 2019-049 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15959: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Hussey 2019-052 sponsored by Councilwoman Wiseman AMENDING THE 2018-2019 AND 2019-2020 BUDGETS BY RETITLING ONE ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNICIAN POSITION AND ONE DEPUTY COURT CLERK POSITION TO TWO DEPUTY COURT CLERK I/II POSITIONS WITHIN THE LAW DEPARTMENT. There being no objection, Bill 2019-052 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15960: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: Graham Absent: Hussey 2019-053 sponsored by Councilman Graham AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF A MOTORIZED BICYCLE. There being no objection, Bill 2019-053 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15961: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: Kemna Absent: Hussey INFORMAL CALENDAR 2019-040 sponsored by Councilman Hussey 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2019 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 32 (STREETS AND SIDEWALKS), REVISING THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF PROPERTY OWNERS REGARDING SIDEWALKS. Councilman Hensley motioned and Councilman Fitzwater seconded the motion to remove 2019-040 from the informal calendar. The motion passed unanimously by voice-vote. Councilman Hensley motioned and Councilman Fitzwater seconded the motion to take up substitute bill 2019-040(b). The motion passed unanimously by voice-vote. Councilman Hensley motioned and Councilman Fitzwat er seconded the motion to pass Bill 2019-040(b). There being no objection, Bill 2019-040(b) was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and failed by the following roll-call vote. Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Ward, and Wiseman (six needed to pass) Nay: Graham, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber Absent: Hussey 2019-046 sponsored by Councilwoman Wiseman AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 8-13 (A) OVERTIME AND COMPENSATORY TIME OF THE PERSONNEL POLICY MANUAL. RESOLUTIONS a. RS2019-11 Taken up under Item 4(b.) b. RS2019-12 sponsored by Councilman Mihalevich A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON EXTENDING THE ADOPTED DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DBE) GOAL FOR FFY 2017 -2019 TO INCLUDE FY2020 FOR FTA SECTION 5307 TRANSIT OPERATING FUNDS AND DIRECTING ITS IMPLEMENTATION Margie Mueller, Director of Finance and I.T. presented the resolution. Councilman Mihalevich motioned to adopt RS2019-12. Councilman Prather seconded the motion. The resolution was adopted by the following roll -call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 7, 2019 Absent: Hussey c. RS2019-13 sponsored by Councilman Kemna, co-sponsored by Councilmembers Prather, Ward, Mihalevich, Hussey, Wiseman, Graham, Fitzwater, Schreiber, and Hensley A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE RESTRICTED GIFT AGREEMENT WITH MRS. BETTY J. DELONG, TRUSTEE OF THE BETTY J. DELONG REVOCABLE TRUST, DATED DECEMBER 9, 1992 Ryan Moehlman, City Counselor presented the resolution. Councilman Prather motioned to adopt RS2019-13. Councilman Kemna seconded the motion. The resolution was adopted by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Kemna, Mihalevich, Prather, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Hussey PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON OTHER TOPICS There were no presentations at this time. COUNCIL AND STAFF DISCUSSION OF PRESENTATION TOPICS There was no discussion at this time. NEW BUSINESS Mayor Tergin encouraged Councilmembers to wear pink to the October 21 st City Council meeting to recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business at this time. ADJOURNMENT A motion to adjourn was made by Councilwoman Wiseman, seconded by Councilman Graham, and approved unanimously at 7:25 P.M.