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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2020-09-211 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Carrie Tergin called the September 21, 2020 City Council meeting to order at 6:02 P.M. ROLL CALL The f ollowing Councilmembers were present for roll-call: Present: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman* Absent: None A quorum was declared present. *Councilmember Wiseman participated via call-in. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A motion was made by Councilmember Graham and seconded by Councilmember Ward to amend the agenda, moving item 15(b.) RS2020-12 to item 10(b.). After some discussion, Councilmember Fitzwater motioned to remove item 15(b.) from the agenda, and send the resolution to the Committee on Administration and Public Works & Planning Committee. The motion passed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Kemna, Schreiber, and Vogt Nay: Hussey, Lester, Ward, and Wiseman The original motion was abandoned by passing the subsequent motion. Councilmember Graham motioned to adopt the agenda as amended. Councilme mber Fitzwater seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following roll-call vote. Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Kemna, Schreiber, Vogt, and Wiseman Nay: Hussey, Lester, and Ward MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS Sierra Thomas announced activities supporting September as National Preparedness Month. More information can be found at ready.gov/September. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Rezoning 2.98 Acres of Land Addressed as 2715 Route CC from C-1 Neighborhood Commercial to RS-2 Single Family Residential i. Associated Pending Bill 2020-031. 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 A Staff presentation was made by Eric Barron, City Planning Manager. There being no one to speak on the bill, Mayor Tergin declared the evidentiary portion of the public hearing concluded. 2020-031 sponsored by Councilmember Hensley, 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 2.98 ACRES LOCATED AT 2715 ROUTE CC FROM C-1 NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL TO RS-2 LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL. There being no objection, Bill 2020-031 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16073. Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR There were no appointments at this time. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS & INVITED GUESTS There were no presentations at this time. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF  Councilmember Hensley announced the cancellation of the next Finance Committee meeting which was scheduled for Thursday, September 24th.  Councilmember Hussey announced the next Public Works and Planning Committee meeting, tentatively scheduled for Thursday, October 8th at 7:30 A.M. in City Council Chambers. Citizens will be able to participate via WebEx. The WebEx information will be available on the City’s on-line calendar. He also announced the next Administrative Committee meeting, tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, October 7th at 7:30 A.M. in City Council Chambers. Citizens can check the City’s on-line calendar as the dates get closer to confirm times, dates, and WebEx participation information.  Mr. Barron announced the 2020 Fall Large Item Pick-up dates: September 28th for City residents west of Highway 54; and October 5th for City residents east of Highway 54.  Mayor Tergin announced the following events: 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 21, 2020  Missouri 2021 Bicentennial items are available for Councilmembers to distribute at any events they attend.  Building Community Bridges Paint Party is scheduled for October 3rd and 4th at 213 East Ashley Street, from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.  Absentee Voting begins September 22nd and ends November 2nd. Information can be found on the Missouri Secretary of State’s website at: sos.mo.gov/elections.  The Annual Stephen Siller Tunnels to Towers 5K was held Saturday, September 19th. The Jefferson City Fire Department won the “Fastest Firehouse” competition.  The Fourth Annual State Fire Marshals Stair Climb is scheduled for October 10th at Lincoln University’s football stadium.  This year’s Guns & Hoses hockey game will be a virtual event, broadcasted on Facebook Live on October 17th, at 9:00 A.M.  Habitat for Humanity’s Mayor’s Build Roof Challenge is scheduled for October 7th. Mayor Tergin and Police Lt. Dave Williams will be on the roof raising money for the build. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE UPDATE There were no updates at this time. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS Although RS2020-12 was removed from the agenda, Mayor Tergin welcomed citizens who signed up to speak on the resolution and announced that they could speak at this time if they chose. The following citizens spoke on the resolution. 1. Jay Barnes, 715 Swifts Hwy., spoke in favor of removing the marker. 2. Nimrod Chapel, 701 Primrose Ct., spoke in favor of removing the marker. 3. Bob Priddy, 1744 Englewood Dr., spoke in favor of removing the marker. 4. Carl Landwehr, Jefferson City resident, spoke against removing the marker. 5. Bob Scriver, Jefferson City resident, spoke against removing the marker. 6. Edith Vogel, 800 St. Mary’s Blvd., offered to be the caretaker of the marker, having it placed on her personal property. 7. Jackie Coleman, 2050 Trenton Ct., spoke in favor of removing the marker 8. Cindy Graves, not for or against the marker, but spoke about General Price. 9. Fr. Richard Frank spoke in favor of keeping the marker, but adding an additional piece with more description. 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 10. Sandra Walls, a UDC and DAR member, spoke against removing the marker, but would be ok with it being moved it to Edith Vogel’s property. 11. Rev. Dr. Adrian Hendricks spoke in favor of removing the marker. 12. Doris Schmutzler, Cole County Resident, spoke against General Price as a person, and would like to see the marker go to Edith Vogel’s property. 13. Richard Allen spoke in favor of removing the marker and moving it to Green Berry Park, and include additional signage with the marker explaining the full story. 14. Karen Leydens spoke against moving the marker. 15. Brian Kaylor spoke in favor of removing the marker. 16. Dick Dalton spoke in favor of removing the marker. He felt that the City could do what they want with the marker once it’s removed. 17. Patsy Johnson, 908 Lafayette, spoke in favor of removing the marker. 18. Darrell Maples spoke against moving the marker, but felt that a compromise could be met. 19. Joshua Dunne spoke in favor of removing the marker. 20. Mary Schantz, Chairperson of the Historic Preservation Commission, explained how the Commission came to the conclusion that the marker should be removed. CONSENT AGENDA The following items were brought before the City Council for approval by Consent: a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: September 8 b. Acceptance of Missouri Department of Transportation, Traffic & Highway Safety Division DWI Enforcement Grant c. Acceptance of Missouri Department of Transportation, Traffic & Highway Safety Division Hazardous Moving Violations Grant d. Declaring Current Glocks and Streamlights as Surplus, Dispose of via Trade-In, and Authorize Purchase of Hand Guns for the Police Department in an Amount Not to Exceed $58,912.65 A motion was made by Councilmember Hussey and seconded by Councilmember Graham to approve the consent agenda items. The motion was approved unanimously. BILLS INTRODUCED There were no bills introduced at this time. 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 BILLS PENDING 2020-024 sponsored by Councilmember Graham AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH GWH LANDSCAPE CONTRACTING LLC, IN THE AMOUNT OF $54,548.67 FOR THE FIRE STATION #5 PAVEMENT REPLACEMENT PROJECT (PHASE 1). Bill 2020-024 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16074: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2020-026 sponsored by Councilmember Wiseman AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 3-3. ALCOHOL, DRUG, AND CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE ABUSE POLICY, (M) EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE, (U) TESTING LOCATIONS, AND (V) W HO TO CONTACT OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON PERSONNEL POLICY MANUAL. Bill 2020-026 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16075: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2020-027 sponsored by Councilmember Graham AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 19 (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), SCHEDULE J (PARKING PROHIBITED), BY THE ADDITION OF THIRTY-FEET ON ALPINE COURT. Bill 2020-027 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16076: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 2020-029 sponsored by Councilmember Graham AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 19 (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), BY ADDITION OF STOP SIGNS AT DIAMOND RIDGE AND ON MARILYN DRIVE. Bill 2020-029 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16077: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2020-030 sponsored by Councilmember Kemna AMENDING THE 2019-2020 AND THE 2020-2021 BUDGET BY RECLASSIFYING THE MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT, FULL-TIME WITH BENEFITS POSITION, TO PROGRAM MANAGER (COMMUNITY EQUITY AND INCLUSION MANAGER,) FULL-TIME POSITION WITH BENEFITS, WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION. Bill 2020-030 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16078: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2020-031 Taken Up Under Item 5(a.) Public Hearings 2020-032 sponsored by Councilmember Graham AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ADJUSTING THE 2019- 2020 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY REALLOCATING FUNDS WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND. Bill 2020-032 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16079: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 2020-033 sponsored by Councilmember Graham AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, REMOVING HELMET REQUIREMENT LANGUAGE IN REGARDS TO MOTORCYCLES AND MOTOR BIKES. Bill 2020-033 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16080: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None INFORMAL CALENDAR There were no bills on the informal calendar at this time. RESOLUTIONS RS2020-11 sponsored by Councilmember Wiseman A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING UNITED HEALTHCARE AND SUN LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY TO PROVIDE GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE Gail Strope, Human Resources Director, presented the resolution. Councilmember Graham motioned to adopt RS2020-11. Councilmember Hussey seconded the motion. The resolution was adopted by the following roll -call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None RS2020-12 sponsored by Councilmember Ward, co-sponsored by Councilmembers Hensley, Hussey, and Vogt A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO REMOVE THE UDC MARKER LOCATED AT THE INTERSECTION OF MOREAU AND FAIRMONT The resolution was removed by an earlier motion when adopting the agenda. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON OTHER TOPICS There were no presentations at this time. 8 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 COUNCIL AND STAFF DISCUSSION OF PRESENTATION TOPICS Councilmember Graham expressed his concerns with safety at City parks after closing hours. Aaron Grefrath, Assistant Director Programs agreed with Councilmember Graham’s comments and informed the City Council that the Parks and Recreation Department is continuing to work closely with Jefferson City Police Department and Lincoln University Police Department. Mr. Grefrath ensured that Councilmember Graham’s concerns would be communicated to Todd Spalding, the Director of Parks and Recreation. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business at this time. APPROVAL OF 9/8/2020 CLOSED SESSION MINUTES Councilmember Hussey motioned and Councilmember Kemna seconded the motion to approve the 9/8/2020 Closed Session Minutes. The motion passed by the following roll - call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None Abstain: Kemna (Did not attend the 9/8/2020 Closed Session) UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business at this time. ADJOURNMENT A motion to adjourn was made by Councilmember W iseman, seconded by Councilmember Hensley, and approved unanimously at 8:52 P.M.