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Home My Public Portal About2021-01-041 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JANUARY 4, 2021 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Carrie Tergin called the January 4, 2021 City Council meeting to order at 6:05 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, Vogt, Ward, and W iseman Absent: None ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A motion was made by Councilmember W ard and seconded by Councilmember Hensley to adopt the agenda. The motion passed unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS a. Mayor Tergin provided a pandemic update. She continues to virtually meet weekly with Cole County officials and local doctors. The COVID-19 vaccine is currently in phase one of distribution to front line workers. The timeline of distribution to the general population has not been made known at this time. There will be a community testing event on January 20th. Dr. Crystal Sullivan with the Community Health Center will be releasing more event details. Mayor Tergin encouraged everyone to continually social distance, wear their masks, and avoid large gatherings. b. Mayor Tergin presented proclamations and congratulated the Helias Catholic and Blair Oaks football teams on their recent state championships. Head Coaches Chris Hentges and Ted LePage, along with the teams’ players joined the meeting to accept the proclamation and thank City Council for the recognition. c. Mayor Tergin joined Sonny Sanders, Director of Planning and Protective Services in congratulating City employee, Ellen Stegeman on her upcoming retirement. They thanked her for her many years of service to the City, City Staff, and Councilmembers. PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings at this time. 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JANUARY 4, 2021 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  Committee on Administration: No updates at this time.  Finance Committee: No updates at this time.  Public Safety Committee: No updates at this time.  Public Works & Planning Committee: Councilmember Hussey announced the next meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 14th at 7:30 A.M. The meeting will be held virtually. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE UPDATE Stacy Landis announced that 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. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS Dan Schmitz and Andria Hendricks both spoke against bill 2020-055. Jeff Turner spoke in favor of bill 2020-055. CONSENT AGENDA a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: December 21 Councilmember Graham motioned and Councilmember Lester seconded the motion to approve the above listed item. The motion passed unanimously. BILLS INTRODUCED 2020-056 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH BURNS AND McDONNELL FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING CONSTRUCTION SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH THE REPLACEMENT OF VARIOUS LIGHTING FIXTURES FOR THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT. 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JANUARY 4, 2021 2020-057 sponsored by Councilmember Hensley AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE 2019- 2020 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL FUND, PARKS FUND, PARKING FUND, TRANSIT FUND, AND WASTEWATER FUND TO THE SELF-FUNDED HEALTH INSURANCE FUND. Councilmember Hensley requested to suspend the rules. There being no objection, Bill 2020-057 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16097: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and W iseman Nay: None 2020-058 sponsored by Councilmember Graham AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, APPROVING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT WITH COLE COUNTY RELATING TO A MISSOURI 911 SERVICE BOARD GRANT. Councilmember Graham requested to suspend the rules. There being no objection, Bill 2020-058 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16098: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and W iseman Nay: None BILLS PENDING 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. Bill 2020-050 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16099: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and W iseman Nay: None 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JANUARY 4, 2021 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. Bill 2020-051 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16100: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and W iseman Nay: None 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. Bill 2020-052 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16101: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and W iseman Nay: None 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 AGREEMENT WITH AMEREN MISSOURI AND TO ACCEPT A GRANT FROM THE PARKS FOUNDATION IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE BICENTENNIAL BRIDGE PROJECT. Bill 2020-053 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16102: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and W iseman Nay: None 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 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JANUARY 4, 2021 REAL ESTATE WITH CAPITAL REGION MEDICAL CENTER PERTAINING TO RUSSELL STREET AND FRANKLIN STREET. Bill 2020-054 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16103: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, W ard, and Wiseman Nay: None Abstain: Graham (Due to conflict of interest as a Capitol Region Board Member) 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. Bill 2020-055 was read third time by title and placed on final passage. Councilmember Hensley motioned to bifurcate the vote with two substitutes: (A) Vote on section 1 and 2 of the bill which includes the MFA Petroleum and Jeffery Adams real estate agreements; and (B) Vote on section 3 and exhibit C which includes the Joshua House real estate agreement. Councilmember W iseman seconded the motion After much discussion between City Council and Staff, Councilmember Hensley withdrew his motion, and Bill 2020-055 failed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Fitzwater and Schreiber Nay: Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Vogt, W ard, and W iseman Abstain: Graham (Due to conflict of interest as a Lincoln University employee) INFORMAL CALENDAR There were no bills on the informal calendar at this time. RESOLUTIONS RS2020-27 sponsored by Councilmember Graham A RESOLUTION EXTENDING AN EMERGENCY DECLARATION AND FURTHER PROCLAMATIONS THEREUNDER UNTIL FEBRUARY 1, 2021 Ryan Moehlman, City Attorney, presented the resolution. 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JANUARY 4, 2021 Councilmember Wiseman motioned to adopt RS2020-27. Councilmember Graham seconded the motion. The resolution was adopted by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and W iseman Nay: None 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 There was no new business at this time. CLOSED SESSION Mayor Tergin stated that, pursuant to Sec. 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, she would entertain a motion to go into Closed Session to discuss the following: 1) Attorney-Client Communications [Sec. 610.021(1)] A motion was made by Councilmember Wiseman to go into Closed Session for the above-stated reason, seconded by Councilmember W ard, and approved by the following roll-call vote at 7:50 P.M.: Aye: Fitzwater, Graham, Hensley, Hussey, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and W iseman Nay: None RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION Following the Closed Session, the Council reconvened in Open Session at 8:45 P.M. with the following Councilmembers present: Present: Fitzwater, Graham, Hussey, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Absent: None UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business at this time. 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JANUARY 4, 2021 ADJOURNMENT A motion to adjourn was made by Councilmember Wiseman, seconded by Councilmember Lester, and approved unanimously at 8:46 P.M.