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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2020-01-061 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JANUARY 6, 2020 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Carrie Tergin called the January 6, 2020 City Council meeting to order at 6:35 P.M. ROLL CALL The f ollowing Council Members were present for roll-call: Present: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Absent: Prather A quorum was declared present. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A motion was made by Councilman Graham to amend the agenda, adding Item 7(d.) Taxi Service Update. Councilman Mihalevich seconded the motion. There being no objection, the motion to adopt the amended agenda was approved unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS Katrina Williams, City Planner, provided an update and flyers pertaining to the 2020 Census Complete Count Committee. The kick-off meeting is scheduled for January 13th, 9:00 A.M. – 10:30 A.M. in the City Hall Council Chambers. PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings at this time. APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR The following appointments were recommended. Councilwoman Wiseman motioned to approve the recommendations. Councilman Mihalevich seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Board or Commission Recommended Appointment New Term Expires Term: Full/ Partial Convention & Visitors Bureau Brian Bernskoetter Dec 2022 Full Cynthia Schnieders* Dec 2022 Full Historic Preservation Commission Brad Schaefer Dec 2022 Full Gail Jones Dec 2022 Full *requires 2/3 majority vote 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JANUARY 6, 2020 Councilman Mihalevich motioned to approve the recommended appointment of Ann Pardalos to the Port Authority. Councilman Graham seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS a. Mike Parks presented an update on the Columbia Regional Airport (Invited by Mayor Tergin and Councilmembers Mihalevich and Wiseman) b. Mayor Tergin presented David Bange, City Engineer with a City Coin for riding over 8,150 bicycle miles in 2019. c. Diane Gillespie presented the Jefferson City Convention and Visitors Bureau 2020 Budget. Councilman Mihalevich motioned and Councilwoman Ward seconded the motion to accept the Jefferson City Convention and Visitors Bureau 2020 Budget. The motion passed unanimously. d. Ahnna Nanoski, City Planner, presented the Historic Preservation Plan. e. With the recent closing of the sole taxi service provider in the Cit y, Brian Wekamp, Linden Court, spoke on the needs for a 24/7 taxi service in the City. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF  All City meetings can be found on the City’s calendar at jeffersoncitymo.gov.  The next Public Works and Planning Committee Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 9th, 7:30 A.M. in the Boone-Bancroft Room of City Hall.  Councilman Fitzwater recognized Councilwoman Wiseman for recently being named a Junior Chamber International Senator. It is the highest honor which can be given to a current or past member by Junior Chamber International for outstanding service to the organization. The local Jefferson City Jaycees nominated Councilwoman Wiseman for the honor.  Mayor Tergin announced the First Impact Program, a free program d esigned to teach parents about Missouri’s Graduated Driver License (GDL) law, and provide them with the tools they need to monitor, coach and support their teen driver. The meeting is January 13th from 6:00 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. in the Jefferson City Police Training Room. Speakers include Police Sgt. Doug Ruediger, Deana Dothage from the University of Missouri, Lori Branch of State Farm Insurance, and Mayor Tergin. Those wishing to attend should RSVP at 573-884-3463 or on-line at www.eventbrite.com/e/first-impact-new-driver-parent-program-at-jefferso-city- police-department-tickets-94691812491  Mayor Tergin announced 2020 as the bicentennial year for Cole County. 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JANUARY 6, 2020 LINCOLN UNIVERSITY STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE UPDATE – Caroline Wanjiru Miss Wanjiru was not in attendance. There were no updates at this time. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS Mel Kallal, Fredricks Lane, spoke in favor of 2019-084 regarding the demolition of 200 East High Street. CONSENT AGENDA The following items were brought before the City Council for approval by Consent: a. Minutes of City Council Meeting: December 2, 2019 b. Authorize a $66,518.88 Land Lease Renewal (Year 2) Agreement with Fischer Grain Farms for Farming of City Owned Property c. Acceptance of $78,850 Quote from VanDevanter Engineering, Inc. for the Purchase of a Replacement Effluent Pump at the Wastewater Treatment Plan t d. Acceptance of $47,677.50 Quote from Suez Treatment Solutions for the Purchase of Replacement Ultraviolet Disinfection Bulbs at the Wastewater Treatment Plant e. Acceptance of $40,971.20 Bid from Water & Sewer Supply, Inc. for the Purchase of Manhole Frames, Covers, and Risers f. Authorize Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Agreement with Personal Assistance Service (PAS) A motion was made by Councilman Mihalevich and seconded by Councilman Graham to approve Consent Items (a) through (e). The motion was approved unanimously. Councilman Mihalevich motioned to approve Consent Item (f), awarding the EAP agreement to Capitol Region, rather than PAS. There was no second. Councilman Mihalevich motioned for the Administrative Committee to review the EAP Agreement before it’s voted on by City Council. There was no second. Councilwoman Wiseman motioned to approve Consent Item (f) as is presented. Councilman Hussey seconded the motion. After discussion between City Council and City Staff, the motion passed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: Mihalevich Abstain: Graham and Schreiber 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JANUARY 6, 2020 Absent: Prather BILLS INTRODUCED 2019-085 sponsored by Councilman Graham AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 19 (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), BY MODIFYING SCHEDULE A (SPEED LIMITS) AND SCHEDULE D (ONE WAY ROADWAYS) TO MATCH EXISTING SIGNAGE. 2019-086 sponsored by Councilman Graham AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 19 (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), BY MODIFYING SCHEDULE K (SCHOOL CROSSWALK) AND SCHEDULE S (LOADING ZONE) TO MATCH PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS IN CITY-COUNTY PROJECT #32151 (EAST HIGH STREET IMPROVEMENTS 2020). 2019-087 sponsored by Councilman Graham AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 19 (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), BY ADDING A TIME LIMIT ZONE ON THE SOUTHEAST SIDE OF THE 600 BLOCK OF MARSHALL STREET. 2019-088 sponsored by Councilman Graham AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 19 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, BY EXTENDING THE PARKING RESTRICTION ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF MADELINE PLACE. 2019-089 sponsored by Councilman Hussey 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. 2019-090 sponsored by Councilman Mihalevich AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MIDWEST ATC SERVICE, INC., FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SERVICES AT THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 2019 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2020 . 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JANUARY 6, 2020 2019-091 sponsored by Councilwoman Wiseman 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. 2019-092 sponsored by Councilwoman Wiseman AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, SUBMITTING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON RELATING TO RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR, CITY CLERK, AND CITY COUNSELOR TO A VOTE OF THE CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. 2019-093 sponsored by Councilwoman Wiseman AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, SUBMITTING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON RELATING TO LEGISLATIVE PROCEEDINGS TO A VOTE OF THE CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON. 2019-094 sponsored by Councilman Hussey AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A $1,033,710 AGREEMENT WITH CAPITAL PAVING AND CONSTRUCTION LLC FOR THE MISSOURI RIVER BANK STABILIZATION PROJECT. Councilman Hussey requested to suspend the rules. There being no objection, Bill 2019-094 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15986: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Prather 2019-095 sponsored by Councilman Hussey AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, VACATING AND DISCONTINUING THE RIGHT-OF-WAY OF MORNINGSIDE DRIVE AND VARIOUS STORMWATER AND SANITARY SEWER EASEMENTS IN THE VICINITY OF ORCHARD HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION. 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JANUARY 6, 2020 BILLS PENDING 2019-080 sponsored by Councilman Hussey AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH APLEX INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,413,874.00 FOR THE EAST HIGH STREET IMPROVEMENTS 2020 PROJECT (#32151). There being no objection, Bill 2019-080 was read third time by title and placed on final passage. Councilman Mihalevich motioned to award the bid to Don Schneiders Excavating Co. of Jefferson City, Missouri. Councilwoman Ward seconded the motion. The motion failed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Mihalevich Nay: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Schreiber, W ard, and Wiseman Absent: Prather Bill 2019-080 was then taken up as presented, awarding the bid to Aplex Inc. of Linn, Missouri. The bill passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15987: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Prather 2019-081 sponsored by Councilman Hussey AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH BURNS & McDONNELL FOR THE PURPOSE OF DESIGNING THE REPLACEMENT OF VARIOUS LIGHTING FIXTURES FOR THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT. There being no objection, Bill 2019-081 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15988: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Prather 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JANUARY 6, 2020 2019-082 sponsored by Councilman Hussey AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 8, BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS, ARTICLE V, PROPERTY MAINTENANCE PERTAINING TO HEAT SUPPLY. There being no objection, Bill 2019-082 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15989: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Prather 2019-083 sponsored by Councilwoman Wiseman 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. There being no objection, Bill 2019-083 was read third time by title and placed on final passage. Councilwoman Wiseman motioned to amend the bill, changing the b allot language by replacing the ordinance passed date from December 16, 2019 to January 6, 2020. Councilman Graham seconded the motion. The motioned passed unanimously. Bill 2019-083 as amended was then taken up and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 15990: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Prather 2019-084 sponsored by Councilman Hussey AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A $283,000 CONTRACT WITH ARSI, INC. FOR SELECTIVE DEMOLITION OF STRUCTURES AT 200 E. HIGH STREET AND 202 E. HIGH STREET. 8 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JANUARY 6, 2020 After the bill was presented by Sonny Sanders, Director of Planning and Protective Services, Councilman Hussey requested to place the bill on the Informal Calendar. There were no objections. INFORMAL CALENDAR 2019-079 sponsored by Councilman Hussey AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE TIMES AT WHICH GARAGE SALES MAY NOT OCCUR. RESOLUTIONS RS2019-15 sponsored by Councilman Mihalevich A RESOLUTION TRANSFERRING PREVIOUSLY UNSPENT SALES TAX MONEY INTO SALES TAX G Margie Mueller, Director of Finance and I.T. presented the resolution. Councilman Hussey motioned to adopt RS2019-15. Councilwoman Ward seconded the motion. The resolution was adopted by the following roll -call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Prather RS2019-16 sponsored by Councilman Hussey A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI ADOPTING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR THE 2020 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM Mr. Sanders presented the resolution. Councilman Hussey motioned to adopt RS2019-16. Councilman Graham seconded the motion. The resolution was adopted by the following roll -call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Mihalevich, Schreiber, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Prather 9 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JANUARY 6, 2020 PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON OTHER TOPICS There were no presentations at this time. COUNCIL AND STAFF DISCUSSION OF PRESENTATION TOPICS Councilman Mihalevich and Councilman Graham directed Staff to review the purchasing process and awarding of bids to local businesses. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business at this time. NEW 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 8:41 P.M.