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Home My Public Portal About2022-07-051 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 5, 2022 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Carrie Tergin called the July 5, 2022 City Council meeting to order at 6:01 P.M. ROLL CALL The f ollowing Councilmembers were present for roll-call: Present: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley (via WebEx), Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, W ard, and Wiseman Absent: None ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA Councilmember Ward motioned and Councilmember Wiseman seconded the motion to adopt the agenda. The motion passed unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS Britt Smith, Public Works Operations Director was recognized for recently being elected as President of the National Society of Professional Engineers. Mayor Tergin recognized City Attorney Ryan Moehlman and Sherry Doctorian, the City of Jefferson’s lobbyist from Armstrong Teasdale LLP, for assisting in the passage of HB1606 related to the Heritage Clause. ARPA FUNDS DISCUSSION Mayor Tergin opened the discussion by welcoming those signed up to speak. Alan Mudd, Brian Vogeler, and Major Sarah Windell spoke on behalf of Salvation Army and the Center of Hope. In addition to their ARPA funds request to the City, Mr. Mudd expressed the emergency need for air conditioners at Salvation Army. Finance Chair Councilmember Hensley and City Councilmembers continued the discussion referencing the 2-phase framework spreadsheet which was approved in draft form at the June 27th City Council Special Session meeting. The attached spreadsheet represents the following ARPA Funds motions. MOTION #1 Councilmember Fitzwater motioned and Councilmember Wiseman second the motion to amend the spreadsheet, eliminating the Special Learning Center ($100,000), Habitat for Humanity ($100,000) and Boys & Girls Club ($100,000) allocations. The motion passed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, and W iseman Nay: Hensley, Kemna, Lester, and Ward 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 5, 2022 MOTION #2 Councilmember Fitzwater motioned and Councilmember Wiseman second the motion to amend the spreadsheet, adding the Convention & Visitors Bureau ($175,000) and Downtown Improvements (as a reimbursement with a City match - $150,000) allocations. The motion passed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and W iseman Nay: None MOTION #3 Councilmember Lester motioned to amend the spreadsheet , adding solar panels for Fire Station #3. There was no second to the motion at this time. Fire Chief Matt Schofield stated that City Staff was getting updated costs for solar panels. MOTION #4 Councilmember Spencer motioned and Councilmember Spicer seconded the motion to amend the spreadsheet, adding a City performance efficiency study ($150,000) allocation. The motion passed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and W iseman Nay: None MOTION #5 Councilmember W iseman motioned and Councilmember Ward seconded the motion to approve and direct Staff to draft a budget ordinance authorizing the following items: • Fire radios (Public Safety Tax Reimbrusement) $200,000 • PD body and car cameras (Public Safety Tax Reimbursement) $635,670 • “City Facilities” 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 from City Administrator’s Potential Project List ($540,000) • Infrastructure & Capital Projects ($1,325,000) • Lincoln University local match ($500,000) The motion passed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and W iseman Nay: None MOTON #6 Councilmember Hensley motioned and Councilmember Schreiber seconded the motion to approve and direct Staff to draft a budget ordinance authorizing the Hyde Park burn 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 5, 2022 building (up to $1,925,000) and the Soccer Complex ($100,000). The motion passed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and W iseman Nay: None 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 There were no presentations at this time. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF City Council committee announcements: • Committee on Administration – The next meeting is Wednesday, August 3rd, 7:30 A.M. in the Boone-Bancroft Room. • Finance Committee – There were no updates at this time. • Public Safety Committee – The next meeting is July 28th, 7:30 A.M. in the Police Training Room. • Public Works & Planning Committee – The next meeting is July 14th, 7:30 A.M. in the Boone-Bancroft Room. • Organizational Study Scope of Services Meeting – The next meeting is July 8th, 1:00 P.M. in the Boone-Bancroft Room. Mayor’s announcements: • Mayor Tergin thanked everyone who made the Salute to America festival a successful event this year. Mayor Tergin watched the festival fireworks with a small group on Adrian’s Island. The group consisted of those who played an integral role in the development of the Bicentennial Bridge and Deborah Cooper Park. • Firefighters Local 671 Annual Golf Tournament fundraiser is August 5 th. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are now available. • The Guns and Hoses hockey match is August 27th. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are now available. • Councilmember Schreiber thanked the Naughts and Bushmans for their personal sponsorships of the Salute to America festival. 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 5, 2022 PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS There were no presentations at this time. CONSENT AGENDA a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: June 21 and June 27 b. Awarding Bid IFB4047 to Cole County Industries and Farmer’s Concrete for Purchase of Concrete and Concrete Products c. Awarding Bid IFB4045 to Independent Salt Company for Purchase of Sodium Chloride d. Declaring Certain City-Owned Personal Property Surplus and Authorizes the Disposition by Sale through Auction – Three Police Vehicles Councilmember Lester motioned and Councilmember Ward seconded the motion to approve the above items on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. BILLS INTRODUCED 2022-027 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH CONCRETE SOLUTION LLC, IN THE AMOUNT OF FIVE-HUNDRED FIFTY-THOUSAND, FOUR- HUNDRED FORTY-EIGHT DOLLARS AND NINETY-FIVE CENTS FOR THE ADAMS STREET SIDEWALK 2022 PROJECT. 2022-028 sponsored by Councilmember Schreiber AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH COMMAND FIRE APPARATUS. Councilmember Schreiber requested to suspend the rules and take up bill 2022-028 for third reading and passage. With no objection, bill 2022-028 was third read by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16225: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2022-029 sponsored by Councilmember Hensley AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, APPROVING AN ESSENTIAL WORKER PAYMENT AND AMENDING THE FY2022 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY SUPPLEMENTALLY APPROPRIATING FUNDS AS OUTLINED IN EXHIBIT A. 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 5, 2022 BILLS PENDING 2022-017 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 32, SECTION 230. Bill 2022-017 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16236: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2022-018 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 8, SECTION 8-2 AND SECTION 8-3 BY REPLACING THE ADOPTION OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 2014 AND AMENDMENTS TO THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 2014 BY THE ADOPTION OF NFPA 70, NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, 2017 EDITION. Bill 2022-018 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16237: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2022-019 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 8, SECTION 8-4 AND SECTION 8-5 BY REPLACING THE ADOPTION OF THE INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE 2015 AND AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE 2015 BY ADOPTION OF THE 2018 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE. Bill 2022-019 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16238: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2022-020 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 8, ARTICLE I, SECTION 8-6, SECTION 8-7, SECTION 8-8, AND SECTION 8-9 BY REPLACING THE ADOPTION OF THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE AND 2015 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE BY ADOPTION 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 5, 2022 OF THE 2018 INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE AND 2018 INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE. Bill 2022-020 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16239: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2022-021 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 8, ARTICLE I, SECTION 8-10, AND SECTION 8-11 BY INSERTING THE ADOPTION OF THE 2018 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE AND AMENDMENTS TO THE 2018 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE. Bill 2022-021 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16240: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2022-022 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 8, ARTICLE II, SECTION 8-18, SECTION 8-19, SECTION 8-21, SECTION 8-22, SECTION 8-23, SECTION 8-24, SECTION 8-25, AND SECTION 8-26 BY REPLACING THE ADOPTION OF THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, 2015 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE, 2015 INTERNATIONAL EXISTING BUILDING CODE, AND 2015 INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE AND THEIR AMENDMENTS BY ADOPTION OF THE 2018 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, 2018 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE, 2018 EXISTING BUILDING CODE, AND 2018 INTERNATIONAL SWIMMING POOL AND SPA CODE AND AMENDMENTS. Bill 2022-022 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16241: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2022-023 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 8, SECTION 8-49 AND SECTION 8-50 BY REPLACING THE 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 5, 2022 ADOPTION OF THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE AND AMENDMENTS TO THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE BY ADOPTION OF THE 2018 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE. Bill 2022-023 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16242: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2022-024 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE CITY CODE, CHAPTER 13, ARTICLE III, SECTION 13-42 AND SECTION 13-43 BY REPLACING THE ADOPTION OF THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE AND AMENDMENTS TO THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE BY ADOPTION OF THE 2018 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE. Bill 2022-024 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16243: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2022-025 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH MID-MISSOURI EARTH MOVERS, L.L.C., FOR THE DEMOLITION OF THE DANGEROUS STRUCTURES LOCATED AT 109 ADAMS, 113 ADAMS, 401 E CAPITOL, 407 E CAPITOL, 409 E CAPITOL, 419 E CAPITOL, AND 410/416 E CAPITOL. Bill 2022-025 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16244: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None 2022-026 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH AHRENS CONTRACTING, INC., FOR THE DEMOLITION OF THE DANGEROUS STRUCTURES LOCATED AT 413 E CAPITOL, 517 E CAPITOL, AND 415 COMMERCIAL WAY. 8 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 5, 2022 Bill 2022-026 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16245: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None Substitute 2022-009 sponsored by Councilmember Wiseman AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, APPROVING A SALARY ADJUSTMENT, AS OUTLINED IN EXHIBIT B, AND AMENDING THE FY2022 BUDGET OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY SUPPLEMENTALLY APPROPRIATING FUNDS WITHIN THE VARIOUS CITY FUNDS OUTLINED IN EXHIBIT A. There was considerable discussion between City Councilmembers and City Staff. Firefighters Local 671 President James Noah spoke in favor of the bill. Councilmember Wiseman, sponsor of the bill, placed the bill on the informal calendar. INFORMAL CALENDAR There were no bills on the informal calendar at this time. RESOLUTIONS RS2022-13 sponsored by Councilmember Lester A RESOLUTION APPROVING A REAL ESTATE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE HOUSING AUTHORITY AND THE CITY Ryan Moehlman, City Attorney, presented the resolution. Councilmember Lester motioned to adopt RS2022-13. Councilmember Ward seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None RS2022-14 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF JEFFERSON TO APPLY FOR THE TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM (TAP) GRANT Matt Morasch, Public Works Director, presented the resolution. Councilmember Fitzwater motioned to adopt RS2022-14. Councilmember Ward seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following roll-call vote: 9 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 5, 2022 Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None RS2022-15 sponsored by Councilmember Fitzwater A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF JEFFERSON TO APPLY FOR THE TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM (TAP) GRANT Matt Morasch, Public Works Director, presented the resolution. Councilmember Fitzwater motioned to adopt RS2022-15. Councilmember Lester seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, 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 Deeken requested an update on the bill related to offering free bus fare for a limited time. City Staff reminded Mr. Deeken of the decision made by City Council at the June 21st City Council meeting to send the bill back to the committee for review. Councilmember Spencer requested an update on the redistricting lawsuit. City Attorney Ryan Moehlman anticipated the judge’s decision on the case in early late summer or early fall. A briefing was filed by the plaintiff last week. The City has three weeks to respond. 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: Operational guidelines, policies and specific response plans developed, adopted, or maintained by any public agency responsible for law enforcement, public safety, first response, or public health, et al. [Sec. 610.021(18)] 10 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 5, 2022 A motion was made by Councilmember Ward to go into Closed Session for the above- stated reasons, seconded by Councilmember Spicer and approved by the following roll- call vote at 9:30 P.M.: Aye: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, Ward, and Wiseman Nay: None RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION Following the Closed Session, the City Council reconvened in Open Sessio n at 9:39 P.M. with the following Councilmembers present: Present: Deeken, Fitzwater, Hensley, Kemna, Lester, Schreiber, Spencer, Spicer, 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 Schreiber, and approved unanimously at 9:40 P.M. $7,586,581.00 available ARPA funding Phase 1: APPROVED 790,917 Stormwater improvements (committed) PENDING 1,075,000 Essential worker payment ($2,500 per employee, all city employees) APPROVED 200,000 Fire radios (Public Safety Tax reimbursement) APPROVED 635,670 PD body and car cameras (Public Safety Tax reimbursement) APPROVED 540,000 "City Facilities" 1,2,3,5,6 from City Administrator's Potential Project List Police station locker room renovation (ADA) - 150,000 Door access system - 100,000 Police station elevator replacement - 200,000 Fire: retrofit fire sprinkler station 5 - 38,335 Fire: retrofit fire sprinkler station 1 - 48,905 APPROVED 1,925,000 Hyde Park burn building (grant funding available?) APPROVED 1,000,000 MSP Redevelopment Project Set Aside PROPOSED 325,000 Infrastructure & Capital Projects (Includes 247,000 to fund removed overlay projects) APPROVED 500,000 Lincoln University local match CUT -100,000 Special Learning Center APPROVED 100,000 Soccer complex CUT -100,000 Habitat for Humanity CUT -100,000 Boys & Girls Club PROPOSED 175,000 CVB Lost revenue PROPOSED 150,000 Downtown Association Planter Matching Funds PROPOSED 150,000 Organizational Review Study Set Aside APPROVED TOTAL AS OF JULY 5, 2022: $5,691,587 PENDING TOTAL:1,075,000 PROPOSED TOTAL:800,000 $7,566,587 (Would leave $19,994 unallocated) Phase 2:Estimated available funding 19,994 Uncommitted from Phase 1 835,670 Public Safety Tax reimbursements unknown State DED / Federal Grants / Other matching funds Est. 1,500,000 Proposed Phase 2 Uses: 911 Center and street improvements