CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MINUTES
MONDAY, JULY 23, 2007
I.
CALL TO ORDER
A
regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Liberty, Missouri was held
in the Council Chambers at City Hall on July 23, 2007 with Mayor Robert T. Steinkamp presiding. Mayor Steinkamp called the meeting to order
at 7:02
p.m.
II. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The invocation was
given by Council Member Lyndell Brenton who then led the pledge of allegiance.
III. ROLL CALL
Roll
call was answered by Paul Jenness and Harold Phillips, Ward I; Anna Marie
Martin and Greg Duncan, Ward II; Lyndell Brenton and John Parry, Ward III; and
Fred Foster and Nick King, Ward IV. Also
in attendance were Curt Wenson, City Administrator; Cynthia Boecker, Assistant
City Administrator; Craig Knouse, Police Chief; Linda Tyree, Finance Director;
Steve Hansen, Public Works Director; Brian Hess, City Engineer; Chris Deal,
Parks & Recreation Director; Steve Rulo, Parks & Open Space Manager;
LeAnn Lawlor, Aging Services Coordinator; Amy Brusven, Human Resources
Director; Steve Anderson, Planning & Development Director; Tony Sage,
Information Services Director; Shawnna Funderburk,
Assistant to the City Administrator; Sara Cooke, Public Relations Coordinator; George
Kapke, Legal Services Provider; Jane Sharon, Deputy City Clerk; Jason Noble,
The Kansas City Star; Angie Borgedalen, Liberty Tribune and 31 members of the
public.
IV. APPROVE
MINUTES AND SUMMARIES (SEE CONSENT AGENDA)
A. REGULAR SESSION MINUTES OF JUNE 25, 2007
Council Member King moved to approve the minutes as
distributed. Council Member Martin
seconded the motion, which carried 6-0-2.
Council Member Phillips and Council Member Brenton abstained, due to
absence.
V. CITIZENS’ PARTICIPATION
Mayor
Steinkamp recognized Boy Scout Jacob Wilson with Troop 214 working on his
Communications and Citizenship in the Community badge. He also recognized Boy Scout Aaron Foy, Corey
Jepson and Ryan Jepson with Troop 374 working on merit badges.
Carolyn
Hatcher, 421 N. Lightburne, asked the City to consider getting portions of M-33
Highway transferred to City control. She
stated there is heavy commercial truck traffic and blind access driveways that
are safety issues. Having the stretch of
the highway in the city limits under City control would permit the City to more
adequately control traffic.
Pat
Miller, 1955
Kings Highway,
thanked the Council for doing a thankless job.
She asked the Council to consider removing an ordinance established
during a previous administration that did not permit employees to speak to
council members. She stated that policy
needed to be relaxed some so that it was not a gag order on employees.
Ms.
Miller stated that she is a life-long nonsmoker but believes the City has
bigger issues that need to be addressed than restricting smoking in businesses.
VI. MEETING SCHEDULE
A.
REGULAR SESSION
MINUTES OF JULY 9, 2007
Council Member Martin moved to approve the minutes as
distributed. Council Member Brenton
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
B.
STUDY SESSION
MEETING SUMMARY OF JULY 16, 2007
Council Member Martin moved to approve the meeting
summary as distributed. Council Member
Brenton seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
C.
APPOINTMENTS
Tax
Increment Financing Commission
Appoint
Ward Stuckey to a term expiring 10-31-2011
License
Tax Review Committee
Appoint
Walt Holt to a term expiring 11-01-2008
Fair
Housing & Rehabilitation Committee
Appoint
Krisha Tormes to a term expiring 09-01-2010
Council Member Martin moved to approve the
appointments. Council Member Brenton
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
IX. ORDINANCES,
CONTRACTS AND RESOLUTIONS
A. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
OF VENDOR PAYMENTS FROM JUNE 29, 2007 THROUGH JULY 13, 2007 – ORDINANCE
Council Member King requested that check number 102685
be removed and voted on separately.
Council Member Brenton requested that check number 102802 be removed and
voted on separately.
Council Member Martin asked where the climbing wall
was being installed that had been purchased recently. Parks & Recreation Director Chris Deal
stated the rotating wall had been placed in the youth fitness area. Mrs. Martin asked for a brief update on the
two projects for which HNTB had received payment. Public Works Director Steve Hansen stated
that the engineering services related to the second phase of the South Liberty Parkway had been authorized two months ago and work had just
begun to gather data. The work is about
60% completed and could be done sometime next spring. The vendor is paid monthly based on submitted
invoices. The second project is the
Flintlock overpass and work is still being done to provide preliminary
reports. These invoices are paid by the
City, sent to the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) for approval
and reimbursement.
Council Member Brenton asked about check number 102794
to Safari. Information Services Director
Tony Sage stated the vendor provides the City’s software used in its pass
system at the Community Center as well as on-line recreation program
registration.
Council Member Foster asked about the check for the
Kansas City Royals. Mr. Deal stated it
was for the Super Series tournament opening ceremonies and was covered by team
fees.
Document No. 6704 was read. Council Member Brenton moved to approve the
ordinance. Council Member Martin
seconded the motion.
Vote on the motion was as follows: Council Member Phillips – yes; Council Member
Martin – yes; Council Member Brenton – yes; Council Member Foster – yes;
Council Member Jenness – yes; Council Member Duncan – yes; Council Member Parry
– yes; Council Member King - yes. The
motion carried unanimously; it was approved by the Chair and inscribed in
Ordinance No. 9163.
Council Member Martin moved to approve check number
102685. Council Member Jenness seconded
the motion.
Vote on the motion was as follows: Council Member Phillips – yes; Council Member
Martin – yes; Council Member Brenton – yes; Council Member Foster – yes;
Council Member Jenness – yes; Council Member Duncan – yes; Council Member Parry
– yes; Council Member King – abstained, due to a possible conflict of
interest. The motion carried 7-0-1; it
was approved by the Chair and inscribed in Ordinance No. 9163.
Council Member Martin moved to approve check number
102802. Council Member Phillips seconded
the motion.
Vote on the motion was as follows: Council Member Phillips – yes; Council Member
Martin – yes; Council Member Brenton – abstained, due to a possible conflict of
interest; Council Member Foster – yes; Council Member Jenness – yes; Council
Member Duncan – yes; Council Member Parry – yes; Council Member King -
yes. The motion carried 7-0-1; it was
approved by the Chair and inscribed in Ordinance No. 9163.
B. REZONE
AND PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR LIBERTY FARMS SUBDIVISION LOCATED AT THE INTERSECTION OF RICHFIELD AND LAFRENZ ROADS – ORDINANCE (SECOND READING)
Council Member King stated the information related to
stormwater indicated that most of it would be detained on site and released at
an acceptable rate to the east, but there is some that will drain to the west
and will not be retained. He expressed
concern that, as the project develops, appropriate attention be given to the
engineering so that stormwater in the development will not overburden an already
overburdened system. Mr. Hansen stated
that more attention to that detail is required with the final development plan
and staff will look at downstream conditions.
He added that some rainfall events can exceed the standards and that is
not something the City can control. Mr.
King encouraged the engineering of the design to make sure the development does
not make conditions worse. Mayor
Steinkamp noted that the application to be voted on is a rezoning from R-1A to
R-1C and that a final plat will determine stormwater and other issues. Mr. King stated that the Planning &
Zoning Commission minutes noted buffering to be added and he assumed that was
against the Nichol property because it was not shown on the diagram
provided. Mr. King also mentioned the
crest of the hill on Richfield Road and stated there is a traffic and safety concern
there. He encouraged the City to
consider what was needed in that area carefully as the site is developed. City Administrator Curt Wenson stated that
the final development plan would have to meet the City’s sight distance
criteria.
Council Member Brenton talked about the stormwater
release rate and recognized that would be addressed with later applications for
the development. He encouraged the City
not to allow any more than currently occurs.
Mr. Hansen stated that staff looks at the downstream capacity and the
design standards but there are rainfall events that exceed any design.
Mayor Steinkamp noted the public hearing was held on June 25, 2007 and had been closed.
He offered an opportunity for public comment at this time and placed a
three minute time limit on those wishing to comment.
John Roe, representing the applicant, stated that the
criteria has been met to go forward and requested Council approve the rezoning
and preliminary development plan.
Dave Cole, 1600 Richfield Road, stated he had been a resident at that location for
21 years. He thanked Council Members
King, Phillips and Brenton as well as Planner Dan Fernandez for their efforts
in addressing his concerns. He expressed
concern about the density of the housing and street development being a
significant increase for the 33 acres.
He stated the watershed goes both east toward Rush Creek and southwest toward Claywoods. Mr. Cole stated that with elevations of more
than 45 feet it is common sense that the stormwater would drain to the east
with this development plan resulting in more stormwater at an increased rate of
flow. He added it is misleading to state
that the stormwater would drain only to the southwest to an existing pond. Water will flow east from the proposed
development as well. He stated that 60
percent of the lots fall on the eastern slope of the site and he expressed
concern about his property, being 114 feet lower in elevation to the proposed
development. Mr. Cole stated he doesn’t
expect the developer to fix this existing problem but he doesn’t want the
development to exacerbate the problems.
He asked the City to make sure the infrastructure is present to handle
this proposed dense development to mitigate the development’s impact on the
neighbors downstream.
Denise Dunham, 803 S. LaFrenz Road, stated this area is an established neighborhood and
the proposed development would double the size of the houses and change the
whole dynamic. If the site was kept at
3-acre lots they could still build houses, but just not as many.
Leo Dunham, 803 S. LaFrenz Road, stated Liberty had just received designation by First Lady Laura
Bush as a Preserve America community and was also just named on CNN’s top 100
best places to live. He referred to
Mayor Steinkamp’s quote in the newspaper about Liberty blending rural and historic flavor. Mr. Dunham stated the rural character is
every bit as important as the historic.
He stated the rezoning would allow density similar to what is along Richfield Road and this neighborhood will lose its character. He concluded that, once the flood gates are
opened to this type of development, the impact will affect everybody.
Larry Harding, 550 S. LaFrenz Road, stated he has been a resident for 26 years and built
his house in this location so he wouldn’t be up against the urban area. He said this action would surround him with
subdivisions. He agreed with Ms. Dunham
this is an established neighborhood and this development would change
that. Mr. Harding stated there are road
and traffic issues. The City can’t salt
and sand enough now and there are accidents on the hill. He asked the Council to keep the three-acre
lots. Otherwise, he said, the proposed
development would be destructive to the existing residents.
Document No. 6691 was read. Council Member Phillips moved to approve the
ordinance. Council Member Martin
seconded the motion. Council Member
Phillips stated he appreciated Mr. Cole’s comments as well as those of Council
Member Brenton and Council Member King.
He stated he would vote in favor of the rezoning, recognizing the need
to be sensitive during the final approval of the impact on this area.
Council Member Brenton
reiterated that there is a concern about the release of stormwater and, while
he understands not every water event can be addressed, he was uncomfortable
with the more general statement. He
encouraged staff and the applicant to improve the situation in the area, which
would go a long way to endearing the applicant to the residents. Mr. Brenton added that he understood the
comments about the rural character but that needed to be addressed by managed
growth.
Council Member King stated it is not the developer’s
responsibility to fix existing problems and he would need to be convinced that
this development would not make the stormwater problems worse. He stated he would vote in favor of the
rezoning because the current zoning is for a higher density and this is a step
toward less dense development.
The motion carried unanimously; it was approved by the
Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 9164.
C. AMENDMENT
TO CHAPTER 20-117, TAXICAB STANDS, BUS ZONES, AND SPECIAL RESTRICTED PARKING
ZONES, OF THE LIBERTY CODE OF ORDINANCES ESTABLISHING RESIDENTIAL PARKING
PERMIT AREAS – ORDINANCE
Document No. 6705 was read. Council Member Phillips moved to waive the
rules and consider the ordinance on first reading. Council Member Jenness seconded the motion,
which carried unanimously.
Council Member Martin moved to approve the
ordinance. Council Member Jenness
seconded the motion.
Kathy Chelton, 439 Miller, stated the residents in the
Jewell District had been working with Council Member Phillips and the
staff for a year and a half to address this issue. She thanked them and the Council for their
efforts.
Council Member Martin asked if William Jewell College had been involved in the discussions. Mr. Anderson stated representatives from the
college attended initial meetings and were provided information about later
meetings. Mrs. Martin asked if the
students get the parking permits. Mr.
Anderson stated the permits would be issued to residents and this was intended
to reduce students parking long term on public streets. Mr. Anderson added that this is an enabling
ordinance to establish districts only.
If a resident parking permit area is established in the Jewell District, one permit would be issued for each residence. Mayor Steinkamp asked if the permit area
would include William Jewell campus. Mr.
Anderson stated it would not.
Council Member Duncan asked how the houses owned by
the College in the area would be handled.
Mr. Anderson stated it would be the same system for all residents with
only one permit per structure. He added
there is only one College-owned property for which this might be a problem and
the residents there have other options available in that instance including
adjacent campus parking.
Council Member Foster asked if there has been any
interest expressed for permit parking in other residential areas. Mr. Anderson stated there had not and there
may be only two or three other qualified areas.
Mr. Foster asked who determines whether the area qualifies. Mr. Anderson stated the City Engineer and
Police Chief would review petitions and staff would analyze the information
before designating an area.
Council Member King asked if this issue had been
raised because there wasn’t enough parking on campus. Mr. Anderson stated there is sufficient
parking on campus but it is not as convenient as on-street parking.
Council Member Foster asked about the timing of
initiating a permit area. Mr. Anderson
stated it would be done on a case by case basis. Staff would talk to the residents. He stated again that no permit areas would be
created by this ordinance. If an area is
established in the Jewell District it would
prohibit parking without a permit during nighttime hours. Council Member Martin asked if the police
would monitor the established areas. Mr.
Anderson stated they would. Council
Member King asked how the areas would be posted. Mr. Anderson stated that signs would be
installed and residents notified. A
series of warnings would likely be issued during the transition to permit
parking restrictions.
The motion carried unanimously. It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed
in Ordinance No. 9165.
D. ADOPTION
OF LEGAL DEFENSE POLICY – RESOLUTION
Council Member Brenton moved to approve the resolution. Council Member Martin seconded the motion.
Council Member King stated the information provided is
almost the same as what was presented in the study session and he had thought
there were issues to be discussed. He
noted the indemnification section was removed but wasn’t replaced with when and
how that might occur. Council Member
Parry stated he agreed that it was not clear what changes were made. He asked if the mayor had met with staff and
legal counsel. Mayor Steinkamp stated he
did meet with them and changes were made.
Council Member Parry moved to table the discussion
until a redline version could be provided.
Council Member King seconded the motion.
Council Member Brenton stated that if there is any doubt about what is
included, it won’t hurt to wait and it is prudent to delay adoption until the
policy is understood.
Council Member Duncan asked Mayor Steinkamp if he is
satisfied with the version presented.
Mayor Steinkamp stated he is but noted he did not address liability with
his changes which were reviewed by the Human Resources Director and then by the
City’s Legal Services Provider.
Council Member Martin asked if there is any need to
have an acknowledgement of having received the policy, once it’s adopted. Human Resources Director Amy Brusven stated
that could be added, if Council directed.
Legal Services Provider George Kapke stated it might be more appropriate
to have the individual sign off when a defense is tendered.
Mayor Steinkamp stated that this is to address those
instances where a person with a claim against him or her, and this could be a
council member, is denied coverage by the City’s insurance pool but the City
wishes to offer a defense for the individual.
He added that in corporate law, the normal standard is that
indemnification is built in to the contract or indemnification agreement between
the company and the employee.
The motion to table the matter carried
unanimously. Mayor Steinkamp directed
Ms. Brusven to provide a redline copy of the legal defense policy to Council.
E. FY2008 MID-AMERICA REGIONAL COUNCIL (MARC) GRANTS
1. CONTRACT
FOR SENIOR TRANSPORTATION TRIPS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $88,868.16 –
ORDINANCE
Document No. 6706 was read. Council Member Martin moved to waive the
rules and consider the ordinance on first reading. Council Member King seconded the motion,
which carried unanimously.
Council Member Phillips moved to approve the
ordinance. Council Member Martin
seconded the motion.
Council Member Martin asked how last years funding
compared. Aging Services Coordinator
LeAnn Lawlor stated more than $96,000 was received in the previous grant
funding year, which covered 61 percent of expenditures.
Council Member King thanked the staff for providing
last year’s staff report when he requested it.
Council Member Duncan asked if the 55 percent funding available for this
year was across the board to agencies receiving funding. Ms. Lawlor stated she didn’t have figures on
what other agencies received but more than likely each received less due to the
overall funding pool being less than last year.
The motion carried unanimously. It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed
in Ordinance No. 9166.
2. CONTRACT FOR SENIOR CENTER ADMINISTRATION/MEALS ON WHEELS IN THE AMOUNT OF
$25,000– ORDINANCE
Document No. 6707 was read. Council Member Phillips moved to waive the
rules and consider the ordinance on first reading. Council Member Martin seconded the motion,
which carried unanimously.
Council Member Martin moved to approve the
ordinance. Council Member Phillips
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 9167.
F. AGREEMENT
WITH LIBERTY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 53 FOR EASEMENTS PERTAINING TO
INSTALLATION OF A TRAIL WITH THE BLACKBERRY DEVELOPMENT – ORDINANCE
Document No. 6708 was read. Council Member Phillips moved to waive the
rules and consider the ordinance on first reading. Council Member Brenton seconded the motion,
which carried unanimously.
Council Member Duncan moved to approve the
ordinance. Council Member King seconded
the motion. Council Member Parry asked
which lines denoted the trail on the map.
Parks & Open Space Manager Steve Rulo responded showing the small
portion of property west of the Liberty Middle
School.
The motion carried unanimously. It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed
in Ordinance No. 9168.
G. 2007
OVERLAY AND MICRO-SURFACING PROJECTS
Mr. Wenson stated that the overlay is surface
maintenance and does not deal with street subsurface. Mr. Hansen stated that a number of factors
determine which streets are included in the overlay, including the pavement
quality index, which takes into account the surface rideability and
condition. Those with the lowest quality
index are visually inspected and researched to determine if they should be
further analyzed for inclusion in upcoming projects. To extend the overlay projects to the maximum
funds available, micro-surfacing has been added this year. It is similar to the slurry seal process. Micro-surfacing does not address the
structural integrity of the street, nor does the overlay process, but it adds
to the surface life of the streets on which it is applied.
Mr. Hansen stated that two contractors in the area do
micro-surfacing work and three handle overlay projects. Musselman & Hall is recommended for the micro-surfacing/crack
sealing contract with a bid of $76,393.80.
Superior Bowen Asphalt Company, LLC is recommended for the overlay
project with the lowest and best bid of $458,732.85. With more than $100,000 remaining in this
year’s budget for these projects, staff recommends adding portions of The Dalles subdivision for overlay. This would require an amendment to the
contract with Superior Bowen in the amount of $113,846.90. The Dalles subdivision on H Highway was built before the area was annexed into the
City. Adding this area to the overlay
project would leave approximately $40,000 for contingencies related to the
project should it be required.
Council Member Phillips asked for more information
about the micro-surfacing process, which sounded to him like what is done on a
driveway. Mr. Hansen stated it is better
than that and adds approximately one-half inch thick seal to the surface,
providing extended surface life. He
added that this process has been used on I-29 between Armour Road and Downtown Kansas City.
Council Member King asked if The Dalles area would require milling the streets. Mr. Hansen stated they would use a wedge course
to level the pavement and repair soft areas.
He stated the overlay would be about two to three inches thick to
provide more integrity to the roadway.
This could address problems that area has had with trash trucks.
Council Member Jenness asked about the preparation for
micro-surfacing. Mr. Hansen stated
processes used include repairs to the base if required and crack sealing, which
the City sometimes handles. He stated
the $40,000 is a cushion in case there are problems. Mr. Jenness stated he had not seen Glenn
Hendren on the OCI list. City Engineer
Brian Hess stated that road was brought into the City system only recently and
it is not yet in the pavement management system.
Council Member Phillips asked if the micro-surfacing
is a trial run for Liberty. Mr. Hansen
stated it is not a new technique but Liberty hasn’t used it.
Slurry seal and chip seal processes have been used in Liberty but while those are good for street maintenance, they
are inconvenient for residents in the areas being worked on. Micro-surfacing is becoming more prevalent in
the metropolitan area as a surface maintenance technique. Mr. Phillips asked if the City might do more
micro-surfacing if it is successful this year.
Mr. Hansen stated that is the idea.
He stated that as costs go up, staff looks for techniques that are cost
effective for road and street maintenance.
Council Member Martin requested the list of streets be
provided in alphabetic order for ease of review. Mr. Hansen stated that would be provided to
Council.
Council Member Martin asked if sidewalks are included
in the overlay projects. Mr. Hansen
stated those are part of neighborhood improvement projects. Mrs. Martin asked about the listing for Richfield Road that notes it goes to Raines Road. Mr. Hess
stated Raines
Road is the
county line. Mrs. Martin asked if it is
wise to overlay that area if the previously discussed development may be
constructed soon. Mr. Hansen stated the
problems exist now and it is not known when the development would proceed. Mayor Steinkamp asked if the portions of Richfield Road included were east of the proposed development. Mr. Hansen said it is.
Council Member Brenton asked for clarification of the
prioritization process, particularly due to roads in older areas of town not
being included for treatment. Mr. Hansen
stated there are low rankings for streets in the older parts of town, but
overlay and micro-surfacing would have limited usefulness in improving those
roadways. It is also possible these
streets are included on a list for a neighborhood improvement project. The pavement quality index is just the first
factor considered and isn’t the only determinant of a roadway being included
for overlay. Mr. Brenton stated he would
like more information to be able to respond to constituents when questions
arise. Mr. Hansen stated that general
information about overlay projects could be provided. Mr. Wenson stated that council members can
email staff for information when questions are posed by citizens.
Council Member Brenton asked if this year’s project
could be done in phases or monitored in some manner so that the City could stay
within the budget. Mr. Hansen stated
that the intent is to stay in budget. He
added that the contractor brings in equipment to mill the streets, for example,
and does all surfaces included in the project.
Mr. Hess noted that this has been somewhat anticipated with the proposed
addition of portions of The Dalles subdivision.
Mr. Hansen added that this add-on project gives the City the ability to
cut back, if necessary should costs for the original project be higher than
anticipated. Mr. Brenton emphasized that
the project should be completed within the $690,000 budgeted this year. Mr. Hansen again stated that is the plan.
Council Member Martin asked about those streets listed
on the index with a rating of zero. Mr.
Hess stated those are often alleys or streets degraded to the point there is no
structural surface. Mr. Hansen added
that those at the top of the index aren’t necessarily those at the top of the
list to have work done.
Council Member King stated he appreciated the list
being provided to council members and staff helping him understand it and find
the correct numbers. He stated he is
satisfied the City is headed in the right direction, noting Birmingham Road can’t be helped with this program.
1. CONTRACT
WITH MUSSELMAN & HALL CONTRACTORS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $76,393.80 –
ORDINANCE
Document No. 6709 was read. Council Member King moved to waive the rules
and consider the ordinance on first reading.
Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
Council Member Martin moved to approve the
ordinance. Council Member Jenness
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 9169.
2. CONTRACT
WITH SUPERIOR BOWEN ASPHALT COMPANY, LLC IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $458,732.85
– ORDINANCE
Document No. 6710 was read. Council Member Martin moved to waive the
rules and consider the ordinance on first reading. Council Member King seconded the motion,
which carried unanimously.
Council Member Jenness moved to approve the
ordinance. Council Member King seconded
the motion, which carried unanimously.
It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 9170.
3. AMENDMENT
TO CONTRACT WITH SUPERIOR BOWEN ASPHALT COMPANY, LLC IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$113,846.90 – ORDINANCE
Document No. 6711 was read. Council Member Martin moved to waive the
rules and consider the ordinance on first reading. Council Member Phillips seconded the motion,
which carried unanimously.
Council Member Jenness moved to approve the
ordinance. Council Member Duncan
seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 9171.
H. ACCEPTANCE
OF PUBLIC WATER
MAIN EASEMENT FOR LIBERTY PLACE – ORDINANCE
Document No. 6712 was read. Council Member Martin moved to waive the
rules and consider the ordinance on first reading. Council Member Phillips seconded the motion,
which carried unanimously.
Council Member Phillips moved to approve the
ordinance. Council Member Jenness
seconded the motion. Council Member King
asked if this development is moving forward.
Mr. Anderson stated this is the last piece required and the developer
has submitted plans for building permits.
The motion carried unanimously.
It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 9172.
I. TRANSFER
PORTIONS OF A
HIGHWAY FROM
THE STATE OF MISSOURI TO THE CITY
1. RELINQUISHMENT
OF ROADWAY AGREEMENT WITH MISSOURI
TRANSPORTATION & HIGHWAY COMMISSION – ORDINANCE
Document No. 6713 was read. Council Member Martin moved to waive the
rules and consider the ordinance on first reading. Council Member Phillips seconded the motion. Due to lack of a unanimous vote, Mayor
Steinkamp stated the ordinance would go to second reading on August 13.
Mayor Steinkamp recognized Shannon Peisert and offered
her the opportunity to comment. Shannon
Peisert with Rogers Sporting Goods, 320 N. 291 Highway, stated that this action
related to bringing A Highway into the City is critical to the Rogers Plaza project. If it
is not passed it could cause a huge delay in the development of a year or
more. This would also delay development
in the Triangle, because the relocation of their store out of the Triangle
could be delayed. She asked the Council
to move forward with its consideration of accepting control of A Highway and to correct any issues that are identified as a
barrier to doing so.
Mayor Steinkamp thanked Ms. Peisert for her comments
and again stated the matter would go to second reading August 13.
2. ACCEPTANCE
OF QUIT CLAIM DEED FROM MISSOURI
TRANSPORTATION & HIGHWAY COMMISSION – ORDINANCE
Mayor Steinkamp stated this matter would be continued
and considered with the other ordinance at the August 13 regular session.
X. OTHER BUSINESS – None.
XI.
MISCELLANEOUS
MATTERS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Mr.
Wenson stated the Boards and Commissions recognition dinner has been scheduled
for October 20 and asked all council members to add it to their calendars.
XII.
MISCELLANEOUS
MATTERS FROM MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
Council
Member Phillips thanked Officer Mason in the police department who instigated
the initial meetings with the College residents pertaining to the parking
issues in the Jewell District. He stated the
ordinance passed this evening puts a mechanism in place to move forward in
addressing parking issues in that area.
Council
Member Martin stated there is a short section of sidewalk missing on the south
side of 152 Highway near the bank. Mr.
Hansen stated he would check into the matter.
Council
Member Foster encouraged all to attend the forum Tuesday night in the Fourth
Ward.
Council
Member Duncan asked how current the data is on the pavement index. Mr. Hansen stated it is two years old. Mr. Hess added that, once data entered in the
program, the OCI is degraded according to the data provided. Having new data helps.
Council
Member King stated he had hoped there would be some discussion of A Highway at this meeting and would hope discussion would take
place before second reading. He noted
there appeared to be a marking of the recently received survey from Aquila,
which would allow the utility to identify individuals responding.
Council
Member King mentioned a letter received from Susie Chapman about the grave
situation. He moved to refund her
money. Council Member Parry seconded the
motion. Mr. Wenson stated that the City
doesn’t yet have the whole story and that he had spoken with Ms. Chapman and
apologized for any embarrassment on her part.
He stated Ms. Chapman is aware of the Civic League process and had
expressed appreciation for the quick response.
Council Member King withdrew his motion.
Council Member Parry withdrew his second to the motion. Mayor Steinkamp stated the City needed to
determine both sides to an issue before taking action.
Mayor
Steinkamp stated the Fourth Ward Forum would begin at 7:00 p.m. at the South Liberty Baptist Church. He added that
after this last forum, he would like to have a debriefing opportunity in a
study session to determine what would be done in the future.
Council
Member Martin requested the Council consider the A Highway issue earlier than the August 13 agenda.
XIII. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m.
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Mayor
Attest:
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Deputy City Clerk