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Home My Public Portal About2021-05-031 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MAY 3, 2021 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Carrie Tergin called the May 3, 2021 City Council meeting to order at 6:01 P.M. ROLL CALL The f ollowing Councilmembers were present for roll-call: Present: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Absent: None ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A motion was made by Councilmember Ward and seconded by Councilmember Vogt to adopt the agenda. The motion passed unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS a. Kristi Campbell, Director of Cole County Health Department was in attendance with pandemic updates. • A Cole County Central Vaccination Site has been set up in the Capital Mall (in the old Party City location). All local hospitals, Cole County Health Department, and the Community Health Center are partnering to provide vaccines at the location. The site will be open Monday thru Thursday, 9:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. Citizens can register for the vaccine through the Vaccine Navigator website: https://covidvaccine.mo.gov/events/#region_f or by calling the COVID-19 Hotline: 877-435-8411. Walk-ins are welcome. b. Gary Plummer, the new President/CEO of Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce was scheduled to attend the City Council meeting for an introduction. Due to a scheduling conflict, Mr. Plummer will attend the May 17th meeting instead. c. Former Mayor, John Landwehr announced the “Mayor’s Cup Golf Tournament” scheduled for June 4th. PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings at this time. APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR Councilmember Wiseman motioned to approve the following City Council Liaison Appointments to City Boards and Commissions for 2021-2022. Councilmember Vogt seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MAY 3, 2021 Board or Commission Liaison(s) Appointed Airport Advisory Committee Fitzwater Building Construction Code Review Committee Vogt Chamber Economic Development: • Site Development Review Board Kemna (Hensley as alt.) • Transportation Committee Fitzwater (Hensley as alt.) Cemetery Resources Board Schreiber Convention & Visitor’s Bureau (CVB) Schreiber Cultural Arts Commission Ward Electrical Examiners & Review Board Fitzwater Environmental Quality Commission Spencer Historic Preservation Commission Ward Housing Authority Lester Human Relations Commission Lester, Ward Industrial Authority Vogt MSP Community Partners Schreiber (Chair), Fitzwater, Lester, Vogt Parks & Recreation Commission Kemna Plumbing Examiners & Review Board Fitzwater Public Transit Advisory Committee Hensley Tax Increment Finance (TIF) Commission Fitzwater Transportation & Traffic Commission Wiseman USS Jefferson City Submarine Committee Kemna External Boards Salute to America Foundation Wiseman Cole County Citizens’ Corps Fitzwater PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS & INVITED GUESTS There were no presentations at this time. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF a. City Council Committee announcements: • Councilmember Wiseman announced the Administration Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 5th at 7:30 A.M. The meeting will be virtual. • Councilmember Fitzwater announced the Public Works & Planning Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 13th at 7:30 a.m. The meeting will be in- person with a virtual option. b. Mayor Tergin attended the Law Enforcement Ceremony which was held at the Capitol grounds on Saturday, May 1st. c. Mayor Tergin presented the “Local Government Week” Proclamation to Steve Crowell, City Administrator, recognizing the City’s public service workers. 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MAY 3, 2021 LINCOLN UNIVERSITY STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE UPDATE Stacy Landis, Student Representative, announced that it was finals week for seniors this week, and next week or remaining students. Students will be moving out May 11th through the 14th, with graduation scheduled for May 15th. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS Jack Deeken, 236 S. Bluff signed up to speak on bill 2021-003 related to a supplemental appropriation to the Parking Fund for the purpose of purchasing property for a new parking garage. Mr. Deeken heard in the pre-meeting that the bill will likely be placed on the informal calendar; therefore, he said he would hold off on making any comments until the bill comes back for a vote. He indicated he would like to speak before a vote is taken. Mayor Tergin informed him that a work session to discuss the item is scheduled for Monday, May 24th at 5:30 P.M. in Council Chambers. CONSENT AGENDA a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: April 19 Pre-Meeting and First and Second Meetings b. Awarding Bid 3163 to Capital Materials and Christensen Brothers Asphalt for Paving Materials Councilmember Lester motioned to approve the above items on the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Schreiber seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. BILLS INTRODUCED 2021-004 sponsored by Councilmember Wiseman AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 19 (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), BY ADDITION OF YIELD SIGNS ON CEDAR WAY. 2021-005 sponsored by Councilmember Wiseman AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 19 (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), BY ADDITION OF A STOP SIGN ON TANMAN COURT. 2021-006 sponsored by Councilmember Wiseman AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 19 (MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC), SCHEDULE J (PARKING PROHIBITED), BY THE MODIFICATION OF EAST MILLER STREET, 700 BLOCK. 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MAY 3, 2021 2021-007 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, VACATING AND DISCONTINUING A SANITARY SEWER AND DRAINAGE EASEMENT ON THE PROPERTY ADDRESSED AS 282 MADELINE’S PARK CIRCLE, IN THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI. 2021-008 sponsored by Councilmember Lester 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 14.32 ACRES LOCATED IN THE 3700 BLOCK OF WEST EDGEWOOD DRIVE FROM C-O, C-2, RA-1 AND RU TO PUD PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT, APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PUD PLAN FOR THE PROPERTY, AND APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT OF AMERICARE SUBDIVISION. 2021-009 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI IMPLEMENTING A TRAFFIC SCHEDULE FOR RESTRICTED ACCESS STREETS AND RELEASE CERTAIN ACCESS DEED RESTRICTIONS FOR A PORTION OF W EDGEWOOD DRIVE. 2021-010 sponsored by Councilmember Lester 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 0.22 ACRES LOCATED AT 500 E CAPITOL AVENUE FROM MU-1 MIXED USE TO PUD PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AND APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PUD PLAN FOR THE PROPERTY. 2021-011 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH PARKING LOT MAINTENANCE, LLC. AND A GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF JEFFERSON AND THE MISSOURI HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTING THE APRON MAINTENANCES PROJECT FOR THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT. 2021-012 sponsored by Councilmember Schreiber AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH GBH BUILDERS, INC., OF JEFFERSON CITY, MO, RENOVATE AND CONSTRUCT AN ADDITION TO FIRE STATION 4 (820 ELLIS BOULEVARD). 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MAY 3, 2021 Councilmember Spencer motioned to amend the contract adding Alt. #4 for the bunk room’s window replacement in the amount of $5,940.00. Councilmember Spicer seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Schreiber requested to suspend the rules and take up bill 2021 -012 with an amended contract for third reading and passage. With no objection, bill 2021-012 with an amended contract was third read by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16128: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None BILLS PENDING 2021-002 sponsored by Councilmember Kemna AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF JEFFERSON AND THE MISSOURI HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR ASSISTANCE WITH OPERATING EXPENSES FOR THE AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER AT THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT FOR THE PERIOD OF NOVEMBER 1, 2020 THROUGH OCTOBER 31, 2021. Bill 2021-002 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16129: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2021-003 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE PARKING FUND. With no objection, Councilmember Fitzwater placed the bill on the informal calendar. A work session has been scheduled to discuss the item and the potential parking garage for Monday, May 24th at 5:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers. INFORMAL CALENDAR There were no bills on the informal calendar. 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MAY 3, 2021 RESOLUTIONS RS2021-1 sponsored by Councilmember Kemna A RESOLUTION EXTENDING AN EMERGENCY DECLARATION AND FURTHER PROCLAMATIONS THEREUNDER UNTIL JUNE 7, 2021 Ryan Moehlman, City Attorney presented the resolution. Councilmember Lester motioned to amend RS2021-1 by striking EX. C related to the mask requirements at City meetings. Councilmember Hensley seconded the motion. Councilmember Fitzwater spoke against the resolution as a whole. After some discussion, the motion to amend the resolution passed by the following roll- call vote: Aye: Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: Fitzwater Councilmember Lester motioned to adopt RS2021-1 as amended. Councilmember Hensley seconded the motion. The resolution was adopted by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: Fitzwater 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, 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)] 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, MAY 3, 2021 2) Real Estate [Sec. 610.021(2)] A motion was made by Councilmember Wiseman to go into Closed Session for the above-stated reason, seconded by Councilmember Schreiber, and approved by the following roll-call vote at 6:57 P.M.: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION Following the Closed Session, the Council reconvened in Open Session at 8:14 P.M. with the following Councilmembers present: Present: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Absent: None UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business at this time. ADJOURNMENT A motion to adjourn was made by Councilmember Wiseman, seconded by Councilmember Vogt, and approved unanimously at 8:15 P.M.