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Home My Public Portal About2020-12-211 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, DECEMBER 21, 2020 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Carrie Tergin called the December 21, 2020 City Council meeting to order at 6:02 P.M. Due to COVID-19/social distancing recommendations, the meeting was held virtually and streamed live on Facebook. ROLL CALL The f ollowing Councilmembers were present for roll-call: Present: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, and Ward Absent: Vogt and W iseman ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A motion was made by Councilmember Graham and seconded by Councilmember Hussey to adopt an amended agenda, adding Miscellaneous Item 4(e.) Recognition of Caroline W anjiru, former Lincoln University Student Representative to City Council. The motion passed unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS a. Police Cptn. Eric W ilde recognized Jefferson City Police Officer Richard Hayden’s life and service to the City with a presentation to City Council. b. Kristi Campbell, Cole County Health Department Director provided an update on the COVID-19 cases in Cole County. W hile active cases are decreasing, Ms. Campbell expressed the importance of continuing to social distance, wear masks, and limit social gatherings. She indicated that the time line for the general public to receive the vaccine is unknown at this time. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services has been updating their website as timelines and information is released: https://health.mo.gov/. Dr. Lenora Adams of SSM St. Mary’s noted that while Cole County cases are declining, surrounding counties are seeing an increase. Dr. Adams also said it is unknown at this time if the vaccine prevents asymptomatic spread. Mayor Tergin reminded everyone of the Cole County and City of Jefferson COVID-19 Advisory issued on November 12th. Mayor Tergin noted the importance of keeping holiday gatherings small, continuing to wear masks, and social distancing. c. Mayor Tergin recognized the Calvary Lutheran High School Boys Cross County State Champions with a proclamation celebrating the team’s victory. 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, DECEMBER 21, 2020 d. Fire Chief Matt Schofield and Police Cpt. Eric W ilde recognized recent City retirees, Fire Cptn. Philip E. McKee and Police Sgt. Joe Matherne. e. Mayor Tergin recognized Caroline W anjiru, the former Lincoln University Student Representative to City Council. Mayor Tergin thanked her for her service to City Council. PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings at this time. APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR Councilmember Hussey motioned to approve the recommended appointments to the following boards and commissions. Councilmember Lester seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Board or Commission Recommended Appointment New Term Expires Term Full/Partial Convention & Visitors Bureau Andy Fechtel Dec 2023 Full Kevin Zumwalt Dec 2023 Full Michelle Braun* Dec 2023 Full Electrical Examiners & Review Board David Hagan Dec 2023 Full Historic Preservation Commission Donna Deetz Dec 2023 Full Steven Hoffman Dec 2023 Full Human Relations Commission Mitchell Woodrum Dec 2023 Full Andria Hendricks Dec 2023 Full Plumbing Examiners & Review Board Nicholas Vieth Dec 2023 Full Jeremy Wilhelm Dec 2023 Full Brent Haas Dec 2023 Full *Requires 2/3 majority vote for 3rd term. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS & INVITED GUESTS Karlie Reinkemeyer, Neighborhood Services Specialist presented the Annual Historic Preservation Report. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF  Finance Committee: There is no meeting this month.  Public Safety Committee: There is no meeting this month.  Public Works & Planning Committee: Councilmember Hussey had no report. The committee met on December 10th.  Mayor Tergin announced the JC Food Drive for Central & Northeast MO Food Bank which was on Friday, December 18th at Westlake Ace Hardware and Orscheln Farm & Home. 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, DECEMBER 21, 2020  Mayor Tergin announced the Jefferson City Operation TOYS (Take Our Youth Shopping) event which was held Saturday, December 19th. Several law enforcement members hosted 72 children at Walmart Supercenter. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE UPDATE Stacy Landis announced that the students are on W inter Break as of last Friday. The students will be able to move back to campus on January 13th, and start the second semester, with in-person classes on January 19th. Lincoln University has received a one-year probationary license for a law enforcement academy. A ceremony was held at the university, where Governor Mike Parson and Missouri Department of Public Safety Director Sandy Karsten signed the license. Mayor Tergin and Councilmember Graham attended the event where Lincoln University police academy chief outlined the next steps. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS There were no presentations at this time. CONSENT AGENDA a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: December 7 Councilmember Lester motioned and Councilmember Graham seconded the motion to approve the above listed item. The motion passed unanimously. BILLS INTRODUCED 2020-049 sponsored by Councilmember Graham AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A $94,522 AGREEMENT WITH TYLER TECHNOLOGIES - NEW WORLD FOR THE UPGRADE OF ELECTRONIC TICKET WRITER INTERFACE USED BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT. Councilmember Graham requested to suspend the rules. There being no objection, Bill 2020-049 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16096: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, and Ward Nay: None Absent: Vogt and W iseman 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, DECEMBER 21, 2020 2020-050 sponsored by Councilmember Graham AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 19 (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), SCHEDULE O (PARKING TIME LIMIT ZONE), BY THE MODIFICATION OF EAST HIGH STREET. 2020-051 sponsored by Councilmember Graham AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 19 (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), SCHEDULE D (ONE-WAY ROADWAYS), BY THE ADDITION OF THE 300 BLOCK OF LOCUST STREET. 2020-052 sponsored by Councilmember Hussey AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A GRANT AGREEMENT WITH MODOT FOR PUBLIC TRANSIT OPERATING ASSISTANCE. 2020-053 sponsored by Councilmember Hussey AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A UTILITY RELOCATION AGREEME NT WITH AMEREN MISSOURI AND TO ACCEPT A GRANT FROM THE PARKS FOUNDATION IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE BICENTENNIAL BRIDGE PROJECT. 2020-054 sponsored by Councilmember Hussey AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT FOR THE EXCHANGE OF REAL ESTATE WITH CAPITAL REGION MEDICAL CENTER PERTAINING TO RUSSELL STREET AND FRANKLIN STREET. Councilmember Wiseman joined the meeting at 7:00 P.M. 2020-055 sponsored by Councilmember Hussey AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND/OR CITY ADMINISTRATOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AGREEMENTS FOR THE SALE OF REAL ESTATE WITH MFA PETROLEUM COMPANY, JEFFERY ADAMS, AND THE JOSHUA HOUSE FOR PROPERTIES RESPECTIVELY ADDRESSED AS 637 AND 623 CLARK AVENUE, AND 1136 E. DUNKLIN STREET. BILLS PENDING There were no bills pending at this time. 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, DECEMBER 21, 2020 INFORMAL CALENDAR There were no bills on the informal calendar at this time. RESOLUTIONS RS2020-25 sponsored by Councilmember Hussey A RESOLUTION APPROVING JEFFTRAN’S PUBLIC TRANSIT AGENCY SAFETY PLAN (PTASP) Matt Morasch, Director of Public W orks, presented the resolution. Councilmember W iseman motioned to adopt RS2020-25. Councilmember Hussey seconded the motion. The resolution was adopted by the following roll -call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Ward, and W iseman Nay: None Absent: Vogt RS2020-26 sponsored by Councilmember Hensley A RESOLUTION OF OFFICIAL INTENT OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, FOR THE ISSUANCE OF THE CITY’S TAXABLE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS IN A PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF APPROXIMATELY $17,000,000 TO FINANCE A PROJECT FOR THE BENEFIT OF JEFFERSON CITY MEDICAL GROUP, AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS RELATING THERETO Mr. Moehlman presented the resolution. Missy Bonnot, Interim President of the Jefferson City Chamber of Commerce, and Dr. Jeff Patrick and Keri W right of JCMG were available to answer questions. Councilmember Graham motioned to adopt RS2020-26. Councilmember Fitzwater seconded the motion. The resolution was adopted by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Ward, and W iseman Nay: None Absent: Vogt PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON OTHER TOPICS There were no presentations at this time. 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, DECEMBER 21, 2020 COUNCIL AND STAFF DISCUSSION OF PRESENTATION TOPICS There was no discussion at this time. NEW BUSINESS Amy Schroeder of the Parks and Recreation Department presented a Capitol Avenue Mural for approval. This was a follow-up to Consent Agenda Item (b.) on October 19, 2020. Anna Nanoski, City Planner was available to answer questions. After the presentation and discussion, Councilmember Hussey motioned to amend the permissive use of East Capitol Avenue and Lafayette Street Right-of-W ay Adjacent to the Property at 619 East Capitol Avenue, adding the approval of the mural. Councilmember Graham seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Ward, and W iseman Nay: Fitzwater Absent: Vogt UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business at this time. ADJOURNMENT A motion to adjourn was made by Councilmember Wiseman, seconded by Councilmember Graham, and approved unanimously at 8:32 P.M.