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Home My Public Portal About2024-01-11 minutesMINUTES JEFFERSON CITY PUBLIC WORKS AND PLANNING COMMITTEE John G. Christy Municipal Building, 320 East McCarty Street Council Chambers and Virtual January 11, 2024 Committee Members Present: Attendance Scott Spencer, Chairman 9 of 9 Jack Deeken, V. Chairman 9 of 9 Mike Lester 9 of 9 Mark Schwartz 8 of 9 Derrick Spicer 8 of 9 Staff Present: Matt Morasch, Public Works Director Britt Smith, Operations Division Director David Bange, City Engineer Gerry Stegeman, Transit Division Manager Eric Bowers, Public Works Angie Haslag, PW Administrative Assistant Sr Clint Smith, Director of Planning & Protective Services Dave Helmick, Planning & Protective Services Rachel Senzee, Planning & Protective Services Ryan Moehlman, City Counselor Grant Haarmann, ITS Chief Matt Schofield, Fire Department Brian Crane, City Administrator Chairman Spencer called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m. A quorum was present at this time. The following guests attended the meeting: Patrick Casey, Dan Davis, Harry Otto, Major Justin Windell-Salvation Army, Vicky Elwood, Marvin Phillips, Eric Landwehr-Cole Co Public Works, Cody Darr-CMPS, Gabrielle Teiner-KMIZ, Leland Harvey-KMIZ, Stephi Smith-News Tribune, Paul Samson-JC Rep, Councilman Jeff Ahlers, Mayor Ron Fitzwater (on-line) 1) Introductions Introductions made of Committee members and City staff 2) Approval of the December 14, 2023 Committee meeting minutes Councilman Spicer moved and Councilman Lester seconded to approve the December 14, 2023 meeting minutes, motion carried. 3) Citizen opportunity to address Council Committee on Stormwater and Other Public Works Issues. Mr. Patrick Casey spoke in regards to speeding concerns and sidewalks on Rolling Hills Drive. Minutes/Jefferson City Public Works and Planning Committee January 11, 2024 2 4) New Business Councilman Spencer amended the agenda at this time to add Wildwood Extension Update. a.a Wildwood Extension Update Eric Landwehr introduced Cody Darr to give a slide presentation overview of the current status on the Wildwood Extension. Mr. Darr presented the project schedule with a target completion date of Spring 2025 a. Waiver of Abatement Tax Liens on 915 Jefferson (Ryan Moehlman) Mr. Moehlman gave a brief history of the property noting funds owed in tax liens over the past three years. Mr. Moehlman noted the property has been deeded to the Salvation Army. He noted the tax liens are only waivable by the City Council and is looking for a recommendation. Brief discussion among Committee members and staff took place. Major Justin Windell spoke on potential uses of the property. After continued brief discussion a motion to recommend to move this item to Council was made by Councilman Schwartz, seconded by Councilman Spicer. Motion carries with the following roll call vote: Aye: Deeken, Lester, Schwartz, Spicer, Spencer Nay: b. Tri-Level Planning Study Resolution (David Bange) Mr. Bange presented a memo of resolution noting the study is to be split between the City and County at $25,000.00 cost each. Brief discussion among committee members and staff. Motion made to move resolution to full council for approval was made by Councilman Spicer, seconded by Councilman Lester. Motion carries with the following roll call vote: Aye: Deeken, Lester, Schwartz, Spicer, Spencer Nay: Mr. Paul Sampson then spoke briefly on the Tri-Level improvement, hoping to get a plan in place and then look for funding options. Mr. Clint Smith noted CAMPO Technical meeting and full Board approved $200,000.00 for project. c. MSP Updates (Clint Smith) 1. Asbestos Abatement of Saddletree Factory Mr. Helmick spoke briefly about the Factory. He noted asbestos removal and abatement should be completed by the end of January and demolition to take place in April 2. Clean up and Brush Removal at MSP Site Mr. Helmick spoke briefly about brush and tree removal from the MSP site. He informed members a pre-bed was held and bids to be open the following week. Mr. Helmick noted this work is to take place in March. Brief discussion among Committee members and staff. Motion made to recommend approval and bring to full council made by Councilman Spicer, seconded by Councilman Lester. Motion carries with the following roll call vote: Aye: Deeken, Lester, Schwartz, Spicer, Spencer Nay: Minutes/Jefferson City Public Works and Planning Committee January 11, 2024 3 Mr. Bange then followed up with a presented a memo and visual and a brief update on Chestnut Street. He informed the committee that the State has been asked if they would like to take of the construction of Chestnut St. He highlighted areas of wall preservation, lighting and sidewalk and trail construction. Brief discussion among Committee members and staff took place. d. Stadium and Satinwood Update (Matt Morasch) Mr. Morasch gave a brief update on the intersection. He noted a meeting held with residents and possibly holding another larger public meeting. He also noted staff looking into correcting flooding issues. Mr. Bange showed a slide presentation of all intersection options that were presented to residents. Discussion among Committee members and staff took place. Motion made to cease any further work actions and public comment for this intersection made by Councilman Spicer, seconded by Councilman Deeken. Councilman Spencer read aloud a letter from Councilman Wright at this time. Motion carries with the following roll call vote: Aye: Deeken, Lester, Schwartz, Spicer, Spencer Nay: e. Neighborhood Traffic Calming (David Bange) 1. Rolling Hills 2. Shermans Hollow Mr. Bange gave a brief overview of Rolling Hills and Shermans Hollow. He informed committee members a request came before the Traffic and Transportation Commission, and was approved, requesting speed humps as a traffic calming measure on Rolling Hills. Lengthy discussion among Committee members and staff took place. Mr. Davis spoke of his concerns and what the next step will be. Mr. Morasch noted staff will continue to work with citizens of the neighborhood and bring back to the Committee next month. f. Parking Fines Ordinance (Britt Smith) Mr. Smith presented a memo and updated fine schedule to the Committee members. He noted this was needed to clarify the new parking fine amounts. Discussion among Committee members and staff took place. Concerns mentioned of metered areas and utilization. Mr. Morasch noted staff can look into concerns. Motion made to move fine schedule to full council by Councilman Schwartz, seconded by Councilman Spicer. Motion carries with the following roll call vote: Aye: Deeken, Lester, Schwartz, Spicer, Spencer Nay: 5) Other/Old Business a. New Hybrid Gillig Bus Update (Gerry Stegeman) Mr. Stegeman spoke briefly on the new buses. He mentioned both have been received and he had one present at City Hall for anyone who would like to take a look at one. Minutes/Jefferson City Public Works and Planning Committee January 11, 2024 4 6) Reports a. Neighborhood Service Grant Updates (Rachel Senzee) Ms. Senzee provided a copy of the grants in progress and spoke briefly on highlighted updates. Brief discussion among Committee members and staff pertaining to SHPO and MSP Housing Unit 5. b. Quarterly Sales Tax Projects Report and Project Status (David Bange) Mr. Bange provided an update report in the packet and spoke briefly on the current project status. Brief discussion among Committee members and staff. c. Quarterly Building Permit and Business License Report (Clint Smith) Mr. Smith provided a copy of updated permits in the packet, but did not get the opportunity to speak on them. Mr. Phillips asked for an opportunity to speak on the intersection of Satinwood and Stadium. Councilman Spencer game him an opportunity. Mr. Phillips spoke briefly on his concerns and offered opinions on possible solutions. Councilman Spencer thanked him and noted that the City will not be moving forward with any improvements in the area. 7) Adjourn With no formal motion made to adjourn, Councilman Spencer adjourned the meeting at this time (9:48 a.m.)