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HomeMy Public PortalAbout2023-10-161 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 16, 2023 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Ron Fitzwater called the October 16, 2023 City Council meeting to order at 6:01 P.M. ROLL CALL The f ollowing Councilmembers were present for roll-call: Present: Ahlers, Deeken, Hensley, Lester, Mealy, Schwartz, Spencer, Spicer, Wiseman, and Wright Absent: None ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA Councilmember Wiseman motioned and Councilmember Spicer seconded the motion to adopt the agenda. The motion passed unanimously. MISCELLANEOUS AGENDA ITEMS a. Mayor Fitzwater presented a Key to the City to Dick Preston who recently retired from KRCG after 55 years on air. b. Roxy Van Pool with Stephen Siller Tunnels to Towers Foundation presented the Tunnels to Towers 5K “Fastest Firehouse” trophy to Fire Chief Matt Schofield and the Jefferson City firefighters, 5K team. Ms. Van Pool also explained the services the foundation provides to survivors and surviving family members of 9-1-1. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Authorizing the Rezoning of .45 Acres Located at 211 Commerce Dr. from M-2 General industrial to C-2 General Commercial i. Pending Bill 2023-046 (Lester) Staff: Clint Smith A Staff presentation was made by Clint Smith, Director of Planning & Protective Services. Brian McMillian with Central Missouri Professional Services spoke in favor of the bill, representing the developer. There being no one else to speak on the bill, Mayor Fitzwater declared the evidentiary portion of the public hearing concluded . 2023-046 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 0.45 ACRES OF LAND ADDRESSED AS 211 COMMERCE DRIVE FROM M-2 GENERAL INDUSTRIAL TO C-2 GENERAL COMMERCIAL. 2 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 16, 2023 Bill 2023-046 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16378. Aye: Ahlers, Deeken, Hensley, Lester, Mealy, Schwartz, Spencer, Spicer, Wiseman, and Wright Nay: None APPOINTMENTS BY THE MAYOR Recommended Appointments to the Following Boards and Commissions: Board or Commission Recommended Appointment New Term Expires Term Full/Partial Parks & Recreation Commission Pat Thomas MAY 2026 Full MOTION: Councilmember Wiseman motioned and Councilmember Deeken seconded the motion to approve the above recommended appointment . The motion passed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Ahlers, Deeken, Hensley, Schwartz, Spencer, Spicer, Wiseman, and Wright Nay: Lester and Mealy PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS & INVITED GUESTS Clint Smith, Director of Planning & Protective Services gave an update on the yard waste program. The current contract is set to expire at the end of business, on October 31st. City Staff presented four short-term yard waste service options: 1) Extension of current contract, 2) City owned & operated collection site, 3) Privately owned & operated yard waste site; and 4) Discontinue service. MOTION: Councilmember Mealy motioned to provide a City owned & operated collection site at Tanner Bridge/Ellis Blvd. site from November 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023, funded from General Revenue, and starting the RFP process for yard waste services provided after the short-term period expires, with opportunity for public input. Mr. Smith explained the period presented to City Council was for November 1, 2023 – December 17, 2023. Brian Crane, City Administrator said City Staff can move forward with an RFP Process that includes public input without a motion made by City Council. The motion failed by no second motion. MOTION: Councilmember Wiseman motioned and Councilmember Spicer seconded the motion to move forward with the City owned & operated collection site at Tanner Bridge/Ellis Blvd. site from November 1, 2023 – December 17, 2023. MOTION TO AMEND THE MOTION: Councilmember Schwartz motioned to amend the motion, extending the dates from November 1, 2023 – January 7, 2023 to allow for Christmas tree drop off, and the Parks Department accepting Christmas trees after January 7, 2023. Councilmember Wiseman seconded the motion. The motion to amend the motion passed unanimously by voice-vote. 3 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 16, 2023 THE MOTION AS AMENDED passed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Ahlers, Deeken, Hensley, Lester, Mealy, Schwartz, Spencer, Spicer, Wiseman, and Wright Nay: None Mr. Smith then presented a public information flyer regarding the City’s open burn dates as outlined in the City Code, along with recommendations to mulch grass clippings and leaves. Information will be disseminated in a number of ways including social media, City website, and advertisements in the local newspaper. ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR, COUNCIL, AND STAFF City Council committee announcements: • Committee on Administration – The next meeting is November 1st, 7:30 A.M. in the Boone- Bancroft Room. • Finance Committee – This month’s meeting is October 19th, 7:30 A.M. in the Boone- Bancroft Room. • Public Safety Committee – The October meeting has been cancelled. The next meeting is November 30th, 7:30 A.M. in the Police Training Room. • Public Works & Planning Committee – The next meeting is November 9th, 7:30 A.M. in City Council Chambers. Mayor announcements: • Friday, October 13th was the Special Olympics opening ceremony in Jefferson City. • The Helias Catholic High School football team won the Mayor’s Cup trophy after winning the football game against Jefferson City High School. • Lincoln University Homecoming was last week with many activities including the parade and football game. Other announcements: • Councilmember Spencer thanked Police Officer Hagemeyer for attending his area’s Neighborhood Watch meeting and providing a presentation to the group. • Police Captain Clark announced the Drug Take Back Day event on October 28th from 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. at the Jefferson City Police Department. • Captain Clark also announced the Jefferson City Police Department Haunted Precinct on October 28th from 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON SPECIFIC BILLS OR RESOLUTIONS There was no one signed up to speak at this time. CONSENT AGENDA a. Minutes of City Council Meetings: October 2, 2023 b. Authorizing a Grant Application to Cover Design Services for a New Airport Control Tower 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 16, 2023 c. Authorizing the Acceptance of Insurance Coverage Renewals for Property and Other Insurances MOTION: Councilmember Wiseman motioned and Councilmember Spicer seconded the motion to approve the above items on the Consent Agenda. The motion passed unanimously. BILLS INTRODUCED 2023-048 sponsored by Councilmember Spencer AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 29 (SEWERS AND SEWAGE DISPOSAL) OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, BY ADDING DEFINITIONS AND ADDING MAINTENANCE OF PUBLIC SEWERS. 2023-049 sponsored by Councilmember Wiseman AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH WELLWORKS FOR WELLNESS PROGRAM SERVICES. Human Resources Director Gail Strope presented the bill. Councilmember Wiseman requested to suspend the rules and take up bill 2023-049 for third reading and final passage. With no objection, bill 2023-049 was third read by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16379. Aye: Ahlers, Deeken, Hensley, Lester, Mealy, Schwartz, Spencer, Spicer, Wiseman, and Wright Nay: None BILLS PENDING 2023-046 Taken Up Under 5(a.) 2023-047 sponsored by Councilman Hensley AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AMENDING THE PERSONNEL POLICY MANUAL ARTICLE 12. VACATION LEAVE SECTION 12-1 AND SECTION 12-2 AND ARTICLE 13. SICK LEAVE SECTION 13-1. Bill 2023-047 was read third time by title, placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16380. Aye: Ahlers, Deeken, Hensley, Lester, Mealy, Schwartz, Spencer, Spicer, Wiseman, and Wright Nay: None INFORMAL CALENDAR 2023-040 sponsored by Councilmember Hensley 5 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 16, 2023 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, ADOPTING A BUDGET AND PERSONNEL CLASSIFICATION PLAN FOR THE CITY FOR THE PERIOD OF NOVEMBER 1, 2023, TO OCTOBER 31, 2024, AND APPROPRIATING MONEY IN THE CITY TREASURY TO PAY THE COST OF OPERATING THE CITY GOVERNMENT DURING THAT PERIOD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BUDGET. Councilmember Hensley requested to take up bill 2023-040. Shiela Pearre, Director of Finance and I.T. presented the variances between the original Mayor’s presented budget and the Budget Committee’s changes to the bill. After Ms. Pearre’s presentation, Councilmember Hensley motioned and Councilmember Wiseman seconded the motion to accept the substitute to bill 2023-040. The motion passed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Ahlers, Deeken, Hensley, Lester, Mealy, Schwartz, Spencer, Spicer, Wiseman, and Wright Nay: None Councilmember Lester and Councilmember Mealy said they felt there were actions taken during this budget cycle which didn’t align with previous budget years. They disagreed with using Parking Enterprise funds to fund police cars and discussions of taking Parks’ Capitol Improvement Sales Tax allocations to fund General Revenue Fund items. They said after the public voiced their strong opinion against the reallocation, the Budget Committee decided not to do so. Substitute bill 2023-040 was placed on final passage, and passed by the following roll-call vote as Ordinance 16381. Aye: Ahlers, Deeken, Hensley, Lester, Schwartz, Spencer, Spicer, Wiseman, and Wright Nay: Mealy 2023-045 sponsored by Councilmember Ahlers AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JEFFERSON, MISSOURI, AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT AND SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION AMENDING THE FY2023 BUDGET BY TRANSFERRING FUNDS WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND. RESOLUTIONS RS2023-27 sponsored by Councilmember Spicer A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE JEFFERSON CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT TO ENTER INTO A GRANT CONSULTING AGREEMENT WITH FIREHOUSE GRANTS, LLC Fire Chief Matt Schofield presented the resolution. Councilmember Wiseman motioned to adopt RS2023-27. Councilmember Spencer seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following roll-call vote: 6 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 16, 2023 Aye: Ahlers, Deeken, Hensley, Lester, Mealy, Schwartz, Spencer, Spicer, Wisem an, and Wright Nay: None RS2023-28 sponsored by Councilmember Spicer A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ANTHEM AND GERBER/NATIONWIDE TO PROVIDE GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE Gail Strope, Human Resources Director, presented the resolution. Councilmember Lester motioned to adopt RS2023-28. Councilmember Wright seconded the motion. The motion passed by the following roll-call vote: Aye: Ahlers, Deeken, Hensley, Lester, Mealy, Spicer, Wiseman, and Wright Nay: Schwartz and Spencer PRESENTATIONS FROM THE GALLERY ON OTHER TOPICS Mary Williams-Coley spoke against the Parks and Recreation Commission appointment made earlier on the agenda. She was also opposed to recent work near the Jefferson City Community Center. David Taylor expressed his disappointment in how he was treated when stopped by the Cole County Sheriff’s Department for not having his child in a car seat. Don Boes asked what was decided earlier in the meeting regarding yard waste disposal services. Clint Smith, Director of Planning & Protective Services explained that the City will be operating yard waste disposal on weekends from November 1 – January 7th at a Tanner Bridge/Ellis Blvd. location. Amy Rogers expressed her disappointment regarding the Parks and Recreation Commission appointment made earlier on the agenda. COUNCIL AND STAFF DISCUSSION OF PRESENTATION TOPICS There was no discussion at this time. NEW BUSINESS Councilmember Lester motioned to add “Lincoln University Student Representative Update” to future City Council agendas. The motion failed by the following vote: Aye: Ahlers, Hensley, Lester, Mealy, and Wright Nay: Deeken, Schwartz, Spencer, Spicer, and Wiseman Mayor Fitzwater broke the tie, voting Nay. Councilmember Mealy left the meeting at 7:48 P.M. 7 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, OCTOBER 16, 2023 UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business at this time. ADJOURN / CLOSED SESSION A closed session was on the agenda pursuant to Sec. 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, to discuss the following: i. Attorney client privilege [Sec. 610.021(1)] ii. Sealed bids & negotiated contracts [Sec. 610.021(12)] No motion was made for a closed session. A motion to adjourn was made by Councilmember Wiseman, seconded by Councilmember Spencer, and approved unanimously at 8:00 P.M.