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Home My Public Portal About2021-07-191 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 19, 2021 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Carrie Tergin called the July 19, 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, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman Absent: Schreiber A quorum was present. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A motion was made by Councilmember Ward and seconded by Councilmember Kemna to adopt the agenda. The motion passed unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS a. Dr. Tom Robbins, JCMG Medical Director provided a pandemic update. Mayor Tergin read an update provided by Kristi Campbell, Cole County Health Department Director. b. Steve Cearlock gave a Patriot Day update and announced upcoming events commemorating the 20th anniversary of September 11th. i. Friday, September 10th – Opening ceremony on the Capitol lawn. The Capitol dome will be lit up in red and blue lights ii. Saturday, September 11th – Tunnel to Towers 5K Run at 8:30 A.M., Rededication of Veteran’s Plaza at the Police Department at 10:30 A.M., Parade at 12:00 P.M., food will be sold at St. Peter’s Sellinger Center to benefit the Firefighter’s Museum in Kingdom City. iii. T-shirts and hats are for sale to benefit Safety Net and American Legion Legacy Riders. Those wishing to purchase the items can email Stevelock116@gmail.com. c. Mayor Carrie Tergin recognized the Mayor’s Choice Award Winners of the Capital Arts/Historic City of Jefferson High School Sketch Day: Jessica Koenigsfeld (Helias High School) and Allison Whittle (Tuscumbia High School) PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings at this time. 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 19, 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 City Council Committee announcements: • Finance and Budget Committees - There will not be a July Finance Committee meeting this month as the first Budget Committee meeting is Monday, July 26th. Mayor Tergin provided a letter to City Council outlining the Mayor’s budget for Councilmembers to review prior to the meeting. The budget books will be available tomorrow, July 20th at City Hall. Electronic copies are also available. The budget meetings are open to the public and held in City Council Chambers. • Councilmember Ward announced the Human Relations Commission meeting on Friday, July 23rd at 9:00 A.M. The meeting will be both in-person and virtual. • Councilmember Lester reminded everyone of the upcoming August 3rd election. The only item on the ballot is Proposition 1: The Capital Improvements Sales Tax Renewal. Information can be found at improvejeffcity.com. Mayor Tergin made the following announcements: • Emily Donaldson, City Clerk recently received her certification as a Missouri Registered City Clerk. • The City, a United Way Pacesetter Team, has started fundraising. Pledge cards have been distributed to City Council. The City is also hosting a penny war. The top three City Directors with the most donations will play the game “Pie in the Face”. • Firefighters Local 671 Golf Tournament is this Friday, July 23rd at Oak Hills golf course. The teams are full, but sponsorships are still available. • Longtime philanthropist and entrepreneur B.J. Delong passed away last Sunday. Her funeral was today. Ms. Delong was the major financial contributor to the Bicentennial Bridge. • The Bicentennial Bridge and Chess Board Dedication is scheduled for August 9th. • August 10th is Statehood Day. Event information can be found at missouri2021.org. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE UPDATE Stacy Landis, Student Representative, was not in attendance. 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 19, 2021 PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS There were no presentations at this time. CONSENT AGENDA Minutes of City Council Meetings: July 6 Councilmember Wiseman motioned and Councilmember Ward seconded the motion to approve the above item on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. BILLS INTRODUCED 2021-033 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE FY2021 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE WASTEWATER FUND. 2021-034 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH ALL SEASONS ROOFING, LLC, IN THE AMOUNT OF $34,814.00 FOR THE ROOF REPLACEMENT - MAINTENANCE BUILDING SHOP - RWRF PROJECT. 2021-035 sponsored by Councilmember Kemna AMENDING THE 2020-2021 BUDGET BY RECLASSIFYING A PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER POSITION AND A SENIOR PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER POSITION TO A PARKS AND RECREATION ASSISTANT DIRECTOR POSITION WITHIN THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT. BILLS PENDING 2021-029 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH JEFFERSON ASPHALT, IN THE AMOUNT OF $987,787.50 FOR THE 2021 MILL AND OVERLAY PROJECT. Bill 2021-029 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16153: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 19, 2021 Nay: None Absent: Schreiber 2021-030 sponsored by Councilmember Wiseman AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI AMENDING THE CITY CODE REGARDING ELECTRONIC PARTICIPATION FOR MEETINGS. Councilmember Wiseman motioned to accept the substitute for bill 2021-030. Councilmember Vogt seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following roll-call vote. Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Schreiber Substitute Bill 2021-030 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16154: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Schreiber 2021-031 sponsored by Councilmember Hensley AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE 2020- 2021 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND, PARKS FUND, AIRPORT FUND, PARKING FUND, TRANSIT FUND, WASTEWATER FUND, AND WITHIN THE WORKER’S COMPENSATION FUND. Bill 2021-031 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16155: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Schreiber 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 19, 2021 2021-032 sponsored by Councilmember Lester AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ACCEPTING AND APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION PLAT OF SCHOTTHILL WOODS SUBDIVISION, SECTION FIVE, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI. Bill 2021-032 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16156: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Schreiber INFORMAL CALENDAR There were no items on the informal calendar at this time. RESOLUTIONS RS2021-8 sponsored by Councilmember Schreiber A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF JEFFERSON AND COUNTY OF COLE 2021 BYRNE JUSTICE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM AWARD Police Captain Deric Heislen presented the resolution. Councilmember Kemna motioned to adopt RS2021-8. Councilmember Ward seconded the motion. RS2021-8 was passed by the following roll-call vote. Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Schreiber RS2021-9 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI ADOPTING THE CDBG 2021 ACTION PLAN AND AUTHORIZING ITS SUBMISSION TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Anne Stratman, Neighborhood Services Specialist, presented the resolution. 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 19, 2021 Councilmember Lester motioned to adopt RS2021-9. Councilmember Ward seconded the motion. RS2021-9 was passed by the following roll-call vote. Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Schreiber 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. AP PROVAL OF 7/6/2021 CLOSED SESSION MINUTES Councilmember W iseman motioned and Councilmember Vogt seconded the motion to approve the July 7, 2021 Closed Session Minutes. The motion passed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman Nay: None Absent: Schreiber UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business at this time. ADJOURNMENT A motion to adjourn was made by Councilmember Wiseman, seconded by Councilmember Spicer, and approved unanimously at 7:17 P.M.