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Home My Public Portal About2021-06-071 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JUNE 7, 2021 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Carrie Tergin called the June 7, 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 Schreiber to adopt the agenda. The motion passed unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS a. Mayor Tergin read a pandemic update provided by Kristi Campbell, Director of Cole County Health Department. • Cole County’s current vaccination rate is 39%. Positive cases and hospitalizations remain low. • People can still get vaccinated at the mall location on Thursdays. There are 15 locations in Cole County that offer COVID vaccinations. • More vaccine information can be found at covidvaccine.mo.gov. • The Community Health Center of Central Missouri will be offering vaccines at all the mobile food pantry events in June. b. Finance and IT Director Margie Mueller recognized Shiela Pearre and Cara Sankey of the Finance Department for their efforts towards the City receiving the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Popular Finance Report awards. Mayor Tergin also presented Ms. Sankey with a City coin for her 10 years of service to the City as she will be leaving City employment for a new opportunity in mid-June. c. Ken Hussey will be at the next City Council meeting to introduce the Capital Improvements Sales Tax H Committee. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Amending Chapter 29 of the City Code, Section 29-141 Rate Table I Related to Sewer Rates i. Associated Pending Bill 2020-075. 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JUNE 7, 2021 A Staff presentation was made by Matt Morasch, Director of Public Works. City Wastewater Engineer Eric Seaman was available for questions. There being no one to speak on the bill, Mayor Tergin declared the evidentiary portion of the public hearing concluded. 2020-075 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater, entitled AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 29 (SEWERS AND SEWAGE DISPOSAL) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY ADJUSTING SEWER RATES. There being no objection, bill 2020-075 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16139. Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR Councilmember Wiseman motioned to approve the recommended appointments to the following committee. Councilmember Schreiber seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Historic Preservation Code Donna Deetz Stacey Young Revision Committee Brad Schafer Holly Stitt Dr. Debra Greene Dr. Roger Jungmeyer Rev. Cassandra Gould Doug Record Glover Brown Steve Veile P&Z Liaison 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 Schreiber announced the Public Safety meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 29th at 7:30 A.M. at Hyde Park. • Councilmember Fitzwater announced the Public Works & Planning meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 10th at 7:30 A.M. in the Boone/Bancroft Room. 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JUNE 7, 2021 b. Sonny Sanders, Director of Planning & Protective Services, announced the Planning & Zoning Comprehensive Plan, “Activate Jefferson City 2040”, public hearing scheduled for June 10th at 5:15 P.M. in City Council Chambers. c. Mayor Tergin made the following announcements: • The East High Street Ribbon Cutting is June 8th to celebrate the completion of the joint City/County project. • The amphitheater’s second concert was held last Friday night. Little River Band was the featured act. Kids Fest was held last Saturday at the amphitheater. Mayor Tergin said she received many compliments on the new venue at both events. • The Capital Arts Sketch Day Reception is June 10th at 5:30 P.M. The event will be both in person (outdoors) and on-line. • The Sherriff’s barbeque is scheduled for Tuesday, June 9th. • The First Impact program for new drivers will be held at 6:00 P.M. in the Police Training Room on June 8th. d. Councilmember Kemna announced the Sunday, June 13th Porch Fest on Capitol Avenue from 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE UPDATE Stacy Landis, Student Representative, was not in attendance. Mayor Tergin announced to City Council that newly named Interim President Dr. John Moseley has been invited to an upcoming City Council meeting. He plans to attend the July 6th meeting with his leadership team. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS Matt Green, owner of Bar Vino and Natalie Newville, Vice President of the Downtown Association spoke in favor of bill 2021-003 related to a new parking garage. Jack Deeken, 236 S. Bluff Street asked the City Council to consider the philosophy behind a new downtown parking garage. If it’s to help with State of Missouri parking, then he is for the garage. If it’s to support downtown retail, he feels there are not enough retailers to warrant a need for an additional garage. He suggested diagonal parking spaces on a few of the downtown streets. CONSENT AGENDA a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: May 17 and May 24 Work Session b. Authorize Permissive Use of E. High St. Right-of-Way Adjacent to Properties Addressed as 1204 and 1206 E. High St. c. Approval of Proposed 2021-2022 Budget Meeting Schedule 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JUNE 7, 2021 Councilmember Spicer motioned and Councilmember Wiseman seconded the motion to approved the above items on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. BILLS INTRODUCED 2021-013 sponsored by Councilmember Schreiber AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A $82,649.00 AGREEMENT WITH G&R CONSTRUCTION OF TIPTON, MO, FOR A ROOF REPLACEMENT PROJECT AT FIRE STATION 3, 302 ROCK HILL ROAD. Councilmember Schreiber requested to suspend the rules. There being no objection, bill 2021-013 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16137: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2021-014 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH CORRECTIVE ASPHALT MATERIALS, IN THE AMOUNT OF $97,002.90 FOR THE 2021 STREET SEAL COATING PROJECT. 2021-015 withdrawn 2021-016 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH COOK, FLATT, & STROBEL ENGINEERS, P.A., IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000.00 FOR THE TRANSIT FACILITIES FEASIBILITY STUDY. 2021-017 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH COLE COUNTY, SETTING PROCEDURES FOR THE GRANT STREET SIDEWALK AND ROADWAY JOINT CITY AND COUNTY CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT . 2021-018 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JUNE 7, 2021 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH COLE COUNTY, SETTING PROCEDURES FOR THE MSP JOINT CITY AND COUNTY CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. 2021-019 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING T HE FISCAL YEAR 2021 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND. 2021-020 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2021 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND. 2021-021 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, VACATING AND DISCONTINUING A PORTION OF AN UNNAMED RIGHT-OF-WAY IN THE PORTION OF MARSHALL STREET SOUTH OF EAST DUNKLIN STREET. 2021-022 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, VACATING AND DISCONTINUING THE RIGHT-OF-WAY IN INLOT 610 FROM HANDLEY WAY ALLEY AND ADAMS ST TO MONROE ST AND THE 20 FT ALLEY FROM MILLER ST THAT ATTACHES PERPENDICULARLY TO THE HANDLEY WAY ALLEY. 2021-023 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI ADDING A NEW ARTICLE TO THE TRANSPORTATION CODE AND APPROVING A FORM LICENSE AGREEMENT. BILLS PENDING 2021-075 Taken Up Under 5(a.) INFORMAL CALENDAR 2021-003 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JUNE 7, 2021 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. The bill will expire after the June 21st City Council meeting if no action is taken. RESOLUTIONS RS2021-4 sponsored by Councilmember Ward A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR A FOR SURVEY PROJECT THROUGH THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION FUND GRANT Rachel Senzee, Neighborhood Services Manager, presented the resolution. Councilmember Ward motioned to adopt RS2021-4. Councilmember Schreiber seconded the motion. The resolution was adopted by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None RS2021-5 sponsored by Councilmember Hensley A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, CONSENTING TO THE TRANSFER OF INTERESTS IN CERTAIN DOCUMENTS ENTERED INTO IN CONNECTION WITH THE ISSUANCE OF THE CITY’S TAXABLE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS (CONTINENTAL COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS PROJECT), SERIES 2015A, FOR THE BENEFIT OF ZELCK CREEK PROPERTIES, LLC; APPROVING AN ASSIGNMENT AND ASSUMPTION AGREEMENT RELATING TO SUCH DOCUMENTS; AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS RELATING THERETO Ryan Moehlman, City Attorney, presented the resolution. Councilmember Hensley motioned to adopt RS2021-5. Councilmember Kemna seconded the motion. The resolution was adopted by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JUNE 7, 2021 RS2021-6 sponsored by Councilmember Schreiber A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF JEFFERSON TO ADOPTING THE DRAFT COLE COUNTY/JEFFERSON CITY HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN Katrina Williams, City Planner, presented the resolution. Councilmember Lester motioned to adopt RS2021-6. Councilmember Schreiber seconded the motion. The resolution was adopted by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman 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. APPROVAL OF 5/17/2021 CLOSED SESSION MINUTES Councilmember Ward motioned and Councilmember Vogt seconded the motion to approve the May 17, 2021 Closed Session Minutes. The motion passed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: 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 7:30 P.M.