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Home My Public Portal About2021-10-041 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2021 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Carrie Tergin called the October 4, 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 A quorum was present. *Participated via video WebEx. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A motion was made by Councilmember Schreiber and seconded by Councilmember Vogt to adopt the agenda. The motion passed unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS a. Kristi Campbell, Director of the Cole County Health Department provided an update. b. Mayor Tergin presented the Alzheimer’s Awareness Day proclamation to Christa Roehl and Joe Pallikkathayil. c. Mayor Tergin presented the Project Homeless Connect proclamation to committee members. PUBLIC HEARINGS There were no public hearings at this time. APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR There were no appointments at this time. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS & INVITED GUESTS Fire Chief Matt Schofield gave a brief presentation on Fire Prevention Week. 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2021 ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF City Council Committee announcements: • Committee on Administration - The next scheduled meeting is Wednesday, October 6th at 7:30 a.m. in the Boone-Bancroft Room at City Hall. Staff Announcements: • Sonny Sanders, Director of Planning and Protective Services announced the City Ward Redistricting Open House scheduled for October 5th, 3:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. in City Council Chambers. • Mr. Sanders also announced childcare facilities grant opportunities. October 31 st is the deadline to apply for the grants. More information can be found on the City’s website. Mayor Tergin made the following announcements: • This week is Lincoln University’s homecoming. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE UPDATE Stacy Landis, Student Representative, was not in attendance. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS There were no presentations at this time. CONSENT AGENDA a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: September 20 b. Awarding Roof Replacement Bid to All Seasons Roofing for the Storage Shed and Truck Shed at 2310 Hyde Park in the Amount of $44,588 c. Approving the Use of the Cooperative Contract of Omnia Partners with Michel in Tires for City Buses d. Authorizing $675,000 Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Grant Acceptance e. Authorizing the Acceptance of Bids for Excess Workers’ Compensation and Property Insurances Councilmember Ward motioned and Councilmember Lester seconded the motion to approve the above listed items on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. BILLS INTRODUCED 2021-055 sponsored by Councilmember Kemna 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 PARKS FUND. 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2021 2021-056 sponsored by Councilmember Kemna 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 PARKS FUND. 2021-057 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WIT H MID-MISSOURI EARTH MOVERS, LLC, FOR THE DEMOLITION OF THE DANGEROUS STRUCTURES LOCATED AT 410 E HESS WAY, 417 E CAPITOL AVE ., 528 E CAPITOL AVE./202 MARSHALL ST., AND 320 E MILLER ST. Councilmember Fitzwater requested to suspend the rules and take up bill 2021-057 for third reading and passage. With no objection, bill 2021-057 was third read by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16169: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2021-058 sponsored by Councilmember Kemna AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CLERK TO EXECUTE A GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF JEFFERSON AND THE MISSOURI HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE AIRPORT CORONAVIRUS RELIEF GRANT PROGRAM. 2021-059 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A $158,825.36 AGREEMENT WITH CLEAN INFUSION LLC FOR THE REPLACE DIFFUSERS - RWRF PROJECT. BILLS PENDING 2021-044 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH JCW BOONVILLE PROPERTIES, LLC FOR ELIMINATION OF WESTPORT PUMP STATION PROJECT. 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2021 Bill 2021-044 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16170: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman Nay: None 2021-046 sponsored by Councilmember Kemna AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, APPROVING THE CONVEYANCE OF EAST MILLER PARK FOR THE EXPANSION OF THE NATIONAL CEMETERY IN JEFFERSON CITY. Bill 2021-046 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16171: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman Nay: None 2021-047 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH SAK CONSTRUCTION LLC, IN THE AMOUNT OF $389,631.00 FOR THE PIPE LINING MEIER, CASTLE, ALLEN, AND LINCOLN PROJECT. Bill 2021-047 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16172: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman Nay: None 2021-048 sponsored by Councilmember Wiseman AMENDING THE 2022 BUDGET BY CREATING ONE NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES SPECIALIST I/II WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND PROTECTIVE SERVICES. Bill 2021-048 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16173: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2021 Nay: None 2021-049 sponsored by Councilmember Wiseman AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING AN ORDINANCE TO GIVE THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR POWER TO PURCHASE REAL ESTATE IN SPECIFICALLY DEFINED SITUATIONS. Bill 2021-049 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16174: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman Nay: None 2021-050 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH AMEREN MISSOURI FOR STREET LIGHTING. Bill 2021-050 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16175: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward Nay: None Abstain: Wiseman (conflict of interest) 2021-051 sponsored by Councilmember Schreiber AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 18, SECTION 72 OF THE CITY CODE TO ADD THE OFFENSE OF TRESPASS IN THE SECOND DEGREE. Bill 2021-051 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16176: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman Nay: None 2021-052 sponsored by Councilmember Hensley AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 8-15. STAND-BY/ON-CALL STATUS OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON PERSONNEL POLICY MANUAL. 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2021 Councilmember Ward motioned to accept Substitute #1 to bill 2021-052. Councilmember Wiseman seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously Substitute bill 2021-052 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16177: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman Nay: None 2021-053 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MIDWEST ATC SERVICE, INC., FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SERVICES AT THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT FOR THE PERIOD JANUARY 1, 2021, THROUGH MARCH 31, 2021. Bill 2021-053 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16178: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman Nay: None 2021-054 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH SLV ROOFING FOR ROOF REPLACEMENT AT HYDE PARK AND THE JEFFERSON CITY MEMORIAL AIRPORT, BID NO. 3185; A BUDGET AMENDMENT TO ALLOW FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF INSURANCE PROCEEDS, AND A SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION FROM THE FUND BALANCE. Bill 2021-054 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16179: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward and Wiseman Nay: None INFORMAL CALENDAR There was nothing on the informal calendar at this time. 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2021 RESOLUTIONS RS2021-13 sponsored by Councilmember Schreiber A RESOLUTION APPROVING A RENEWAL TO THE EMS AGREEMENT BETWEEN COLE COUNTY AND THE CITY Fire Chief Matt Schofield presented the resolution. Councilmember Ward motioned to adopt RS2021-13. Councilmember Vogt seconded the motion. RS2021-13 was passed by the following roll-call vote. Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None RS2021-14 sponsored by Councilmember Wiseman A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING UNITED HEALTHCARE AND SUN LIFE TO PROVIDE GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE Human Resources Director Gail Strope presented the resolution. Ms. Strope noted that the company name was incorrect on the agenda as Berkley Accident and Health. The packet materials are correct listing United HealthCare and Sun Life. Councilmember Schreiber motioned to adopt RS2021-14. Councilmember Wiseman seconded the motion. RS2021-14 was passed by the following roll-call vote. Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None RS2021-15 sponsored by Councilmember Wiseman A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PRINCIPAL FOR GROUP DENTAL INSURANCE Ms. Gail Strope presented the resolution. Councilmember W ard motioned to adopt RS2021-15. Councilmember Wiseman seconded the motion. RS2021-15 was passed by the following roll-call vote. 8 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2021 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 Councilmember Spencer asked about the City Staff vaccination rate. Ms. Strope said based on the number of employees who received the shot through the City’s vaccination event and employees’ self reporting to the City Wellness Program, the estimated rate is approximately 70%. CLOSED SESSION Pursuant to Sec. 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, Mayor Tergin entertained a motion to go into Closed Session to discuss the following: 1) Attorney-Client Communications [Sec. 610.021(1)] 2) Real Estate [Sec. 610.021(2)] A motion was made by Councilmember Wiseman to go into Closed Session for the above-stated reasons, seconded by Councilmember Vogt and approved by the following roll-call vote at 7:06 P.M.: Aye: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Vogt, Ward , and Wiseman Nay: None Councilmember Spicer left the meeting at 7:06 P.M. He was attending virtually. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION Following the Closed Session, the Council reconvened in Open Session at 7:52 P.M. with the following Councilmembers present: Present: Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Vogt, Ward, and Wiseman Absent: Spicer 9 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 4, 2021 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 7:53 P.M.