INTRODUCTORY
The City Council of the City of Columbia, Missouri met for
a regular meeting at 7:00 p.m., on Monday, August 20, 2001, in the Council Chamber
of the City of Columbia, Missouri. The roll was taken with the following results:
Council Members LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, and HUTTON
were present. The City Manager, City Counselor, City Clerk and various Department
Heads were also present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the regular meeting of August 6, 2001, were
approved unanimously by voice vote on a motion made by Mr. Loveless and a second
by Mr. Hutton.
APPROVAL AND ADJUSTMENT OF AGENDA INCLUDING CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Hindman noted that two additions had been made to the
agenda: B279-01 would be added under Introductions, and R172-01 would be added
under New Business.
The agenda, as amended, including the Consent Agenda, was
approved unanimously by voice vote on a motion made by Mr. John and a second
by Mr. Coffman.
SPECIAL ITEMS
None.
SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
B256-01 Authorizing construction of
water main along Audubon Drive from Mallard Court to North Azalea.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that this project consists of installing
350 feet of six-inch water main to enhance fire protection service and improve
domestic service within the area. The estimated cost of the project is $27,000
which will be paid from Water and Light funds.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
There being no comments, Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
B256-01 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, HUTTON.
VOTING NO: NO ONE. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B257-01 Authorizing construction of
water main along Court Street from Paris Road to Hickory Street.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that this project involves replacing a
three-quarter inch line with a six-inch line 480 feet in length at an estimated
cost of $49,350, which will be paid from Water and Light funds.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
There being no comments, Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
B257-01 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, HUTTON.
VOTING NO: NO ONE. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B260-01 Amending Chapter 14 of the
City Code relating to parking rates and hours.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck noted that earlier this year there was a proposal
to adjust the parking rates in order to pay for the three parking facilities;
the two new garages and the one that was recently renovated in the downtown area.
He stated that he never recommended a rate increase, and had in fact asked the
Council to delay the amendment in order to give the Special Business District
more time to discuss options for raising approximately $300,000. He explained
that Mr. Patterson worked with the Special Business District on the amendments
before the Council. He pointed out that the parking utility is a totally separate
fund and is operated as a business.
Mr. Patterson explained that in 1995 when a financing plan
was developed for the construction of the new garages and the renovations to
the one facility, it was decided the financial resources would be phased in rather
than implementing a major increase. It was anticipated that the first increase
would occur in 2000, which never transpired.
Mr. Patterson reported staff has been working closely with
the business community to develop a package of revenue increases to distribute
the load more fairly among users of the utility. The recommendation consists
of three parts: extending the metered operating hours to 9:00 p.m., and increasing
the rates on both parking meters and permits.
Mr. Patterson explained the proposal to extend the enforcement
hours of metered parking for both on-street and surface lots between the hours
of 8 a.m. and 9 p.m., Monday through Saturday, with the exception of holidays.
He said parking structures would also then become more uniformly enforced between
the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 9 p.m. Staff believed the net gain for this proposal
to be approximately $26,850.
Mr. Patterson indicated parking meter rates would also be
a multi-level increase in that the proposal calls for increasing all meters to
a minimum of 30 cents per hour. It is also proposed to increase the 24-minute
meters from 25 cents to 50 cents per hour. The hourly rates in all parking structures
would be left at the current rate of 50 cents per hour. Mr. Patterson explained
that the area having the largest impact would be the creation of a campus area
which would increase meter rates from 25 cents to 50 cents per hour. In all,
this would affect about 350 parking meters in the campus area, out of a total
of almost 2,000 hourly parking spaces in the utility. The revenues generated
by the meter increases would be about $144,660.
Mr. Patterson explained the suggested increase in current
permit rates, ranging from $25-$75 per month, to a range of $35-$85 per month.
These increases would result in revenues of approximately $118,000. He noted
the $5 increase in uncovered spaces, and stated that staff is trying to market
more of them.
If approved by Council, Mr. Patterson reported the new rates
would generate approximately $290,000. He thought the estimates to be conservative.
Mr. Patterson said the additional revenue will provide the parking utility with
the necessary financial stability for the next five to six years.
Mayor Hindman asked what affect the rate increases could have
in attracting apartment dwellers to the downtown area. Mr. Patterson responded
a resident permit program was discussed, but not with regard to parking on the
street. Mayor Hindman asked about the possibility of metering other areas. Mr.
Patterson indicated there is a proposal that will be presented to the Council
in the near future. He explained that staff has been conducting studies west
of the Providence and North Park areas. In addition, they are also looking at
more areas in the campus neighborhood. Mr. Patterson noted one of the goals for
next year is to expand the parking meter base.
Mr. Janku asked what one campus meter might bring in over
the school year. Mr. Patterson replied it is a little over $300 annually. He
said that is compared to an average of on-street meters of $278 and off-street
meters of about $200. Mr. Janku asked about the ratio of two-hour meters. Mr.
Patterson stated about half of the parking spaces are two-hour meters.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
Kenneth Watson, 384 Crown Point, Associate Minister of First
Christian Church at Tenth and Walnut, explained that the City leases a large
lot from the Church. He expressed concern about the serious impact increased
enforcement of parking hours would have on all downtown churches. Mr. Watson
noted that many churches conduct evening meetings. He asked if the increases
would affect the lease they have with the City. Mr. Patterson did not think the
leases would be affected because the payments the City provides for taxes exceed
any revenues received.
Annette Weaver, 2738 Northland, spoke as a downtown business
owner in opposition of the extended hours. She said many people come downtown
in the evening for dinner and other things. She suggested that parking not be
free on Saturdays at the parking plaza. Ms. Weaver also noted that parking is
not enforced on football Saturdays. She suggested that uniform enforcement of
existing hours could bring in more revenue. Ms. Weaver asked if the parking utility
receives any of the money from parking tickets. Mr. Beck responded the utility
gets a percent of that revenue. He noted that traffic enforcement employees are
paid out of the general fund.
Carrie Gartner, speaking on behalf of the Columbia Special
Business District, indicated the group realizes that some increases have to take
place. Their concern is that this not be a significant increase affecting only
one segment of the downtown population. Ms. Gartner stated SBD's goal had been
to find a way to cover the necessary increases in a way that is fair and equitable,
as well as evenly dispersed across the entire downtown community. She believed
the proposal does just that.
Geneva Moody, 504 W. Broadway, explained that she is a downtown
shopper. She is totally opposed to any increase in the parking rates and indicated
that she would take her business elsewhere if increases are implemented. She
wondered why the increases are necessary.
William Woodward, 200A Unity, spoke in opposition to any parking
increases. He thought downtown parking is a user necessity.
Mayor Hindman continued the public hearing to the next meeting.
Mr. Beck explained that the rate increases were projected
and discussed at the time the two new garages and the rehabilitation project
at Eighth and Cherry were discussed. What was not discussed at the time was the
operation hours.
Mayor Hindman commented that parking must be provided for
the downtown area. In order to avoid the construction of large surface parking
lots, parking garages must exist. As such, these garages must be paid for somehow,
and the question is whether this should come from general revenue funds or from
the people who utilize and take advantage of the downtown area. Mayor Hindman
said the system was set up so that the downtown users pay for parking, and that
requires a certain rate of revenue in order to pay back the bonds. He remarked
the Council has to consider options that would be the fairest way to accomplish
such.
When looking at the permit rates, Mr. John noted some discrepancies.
He stated that some of the garages are consistently full, and some are empty
most of the time. He said the Council discussed the option of trying to load
the garages at different levels. Mr. John suggested that instead of adjusting
rates just within the garages, the rates in the lots could be adjusted as well.
If the higher use lots experience an increase, he thought that may encourage
users to go to less expensive lots -- thus creating a more even distribution.
Mr. John also spoke of his concern about parking on the first floor of the parking
plaza. He felt permitted use of that floor should be limited to "quick traffic" not
people parking for the day. He did not think it would be very beneficial to enforce
parking into the evening hours. Regarding the 50 cent parking in the campus area,
Mr. John noted that one block over the students would be able to park for 35
cents. He said the City should not encourage parking in downtown retail spots
away from campus. Mr. Janku noted that the campus lots are charging 50 cents
per hour presently. Mr. John agreed with that statement. However, the City is
also charging 50 cents in our lots, but not on the streets in front of the lots.
Mr. Hutton asked to see some options before having to vote
on the increases as he had strong concerns about the extended hours of enforcement.
He requested a proposal from staff showing an alternate plan for coming up with
the $26,000 difference that would avoid an extension in parking meter enforcement.
Mr. Janku agreed with Mr. Hutton in that something has to
be done, if not extending the hours, to pay off the bonds. He explained the value
of having parking structures. Mr. Janku did not think having extended enforcement
time on the two-hour meters would be a good idea.
Mr. Beck stated that staff would come back with some options
for the Council to consider before the final vote is taken.
B261-01 Setting property tax rate for
2001.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck noted there is no proposed increase in the tax rate,
it would continue to be $.41.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
Henry Lane, 1816 E. Broadway, was disturbed by the fact that
the City's property tax rate has not gone down while the School District's has.
He thought it could be reduced by at least a penny or two.
Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
With the reassessment, Ms. Fleming explained that the state
recertifies the City's cap rate -- which only changed the maximum rate by 0.18
of a cent. She stated the School District rates may have dropped because their
maximum rate dropped. Ms. Fleming indicated the City's maximum rate to be $0.4481.
The difference is almost four cents.
Mr. John asked if anyone knew how much of the increase was
due to added new structures since the last reassessment, and how much was due
to inflation. Ms. Fleming said she had not received the final numbers from the
county as of yet.
B261-01 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, HUTTON.
VOTING NO: NO ONE. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B262-01 Adopting the FY 2002 Budget.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that a press conference had been held regarding
the budget. He noted that copies of the budget are available in City Hall and
at the Library, and the document is also posted on the City's web site. Mr. Beck
reported that the budget message summarizes changes and proposed work being planned
for the upcoming fiscal year. He also pointed out that the Council has indicated
to him what level of funding should be made available to the Cultural Affairs
Commission as well as the Community Services Commission. He said those groups
then bring back a recommendation to the Council for how that money should be
allocated.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing and noted that it
would be held over for the next two meetings.
Dave Griggs, 6420 Highway VV, Chairman of the Cultural Affairs
Commission, explained that funding in support of the arts was divided into two
categories: presentation and education projects. He remarked that the review
process this year included workshops and public hearings. He stated that the
Commission received 28 applications from 21 organizations, all by the published
deadline. The requests totaled $175,874, and the commissioners allocated $70,000.
Mayor Hindman complimented the commission and the staff on
the evaluation process they have put together.
Greg Cecil, 1700 Oakcliff Place, a member of the Convention
and Visitors Advisory Board, explained that the allocations before the Council
are for events and festivals which will occur between October 1, 2001, and September
30, 2002. He pointed out that the Board received 17 requests totaling more than
$315,000. The original recommendation to the Council was funding 13 of the 17
applications which totaled $139,000. Mr. Cecil noted that the Board decided to
reconsider two of the applications at their next regular meeting on August 27th.
He stated they hope to finalize their recommendation before the next Council
meeting, at which time the Board will probably be allocating more than $139,000.
Mr. John asked what criteria was being used to evaluate the
projects. Mr. Cecil said one of the major factors is room nights because that
is a source of income for the City. He commented the Board analyzes which events
will attract visitors to Columbia.
In reference to the request submitted by the We Always Swing
Jazz Series, Mr. Loveless asked the Board to keep in mind that the Cultural Affairs
Commission already recommended funding in the amount of $10,750 to this group.
Ms. Crayton remarked that she would like to see groups brought
to Columbia that would be appreciated by different segments of the community.
Mr. Cecil said most of the requests were submitted by local groups. He agreed
that broad-based events need to be brought into the community, and that is one
of the things the Board looks at. Dave Dunn, 308 W. Worley, spoke on behalf of
Jerry Carrington who could not attend this evening due to a family emergency.
Mr. Carrington had concerns about budget costs and the priority of construction
in regards to the Transportation Improvement Program budget. Specifically, the
reconstruction of Blackfoot Road, which is an existing unimproved collector street,
at a cost of $1,139,000. Mr. Carrington requested that the Council remove the
construction of Blackfoot Road from the 2002 budget. As an alternative, he asked
the Council to consider the construction of Creasy Springs Road as a priority
collector street to accommodate the 700 plus new homes likely to be built within
the next ten years in this area. He noted that Creasy Springs Road already carries
extensive collector traffic, as well as traffic from areas like the quarry and
other truck routes.
Carrie Gartner, Central Columbia Association, spoke about
the Twilight Festival. She explained this year they received a grant from the
C&VB Hotel Tax fund, and she indicated they applied for a 2002 grant as well.
She said the response to the festival this year had been much more than what
they had expected. A 20% increase was recognized in June, with 18% of all attendees
coming from outside Columbia.
Mayor Hindman continued the public hearing to the next meeting.
(A) Annual sidewalk construction.
Item A was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck reviewed the project areas and noted the work is
estimated to cost $73,000. Payment will be from tax bills in the amount of $22,500
and the remainder will be done at City expense.
Mr. Janku understood the Council could still allocate funds
in this year's budget for sidewalks. He specifically mentioned the new school
which should be open in September of 2002, and suggested they address some of
those needs in the budget. Mr. Patterson said that could be added as staff will
put together another list in the fall for a spring hearing. This particular sidewalk
project will begin in the fall of 2001.
When considering the spring package, Mr. Loveless asked that
staff look at the south side of Chapel Hill Road, on either side of the Fire
Station. He said there is a gap and it affects the youngsters trying to get to
Fairview School from the Katy Lake area. Mr. Patterson replied that he would
check on it, but he believed it was on the list for notification.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
Paul Kassar, 222 W. Brandon, explained that he recently purchased
a property off of Dorothy Dean Drive. He knew nothing about the project until
recently, and he had not been told about being tax billed for the construction
of the sidewalk immediately abutting his property. He asked about his options.
Mr. Patterson explained that the estimated cost for construction
by contract is $1,370. He said it could be done less expensively if Mr. Kassar
were to do the work privately. The only advantage of the City doing it is the
ten year financing plan. He said the maximum rate is set at $5 per square foot.
Mr. Kassar asked when the project is set to begin. Mr. Patterson was hopeful
that the bids could be let in early October, with a desire to have the work done
this fall. He said Mr. Kassar's property could be taken out of the bid if he
wanted to have the work done privately, but it would be best to eliminate it
from the contract.
Mr. Kassar noted that his property is not accessed from Dorothy
Dean Drive. He said it is zoned R-2 and has only one unit on it presently, but
he would like to leave the option open to build another structure on the property,
which would entail the construction of another driveway.
Mr. John asked if this was the only gap on that portion of
Dorothy Dean. Mr. Kassar believed it was. Mr. John commented that it was an unfortunate
series of timing to have just acquired the property not knowing about the project.
He suggested that if Mr. Kassar was considering the construction of another structure
on the property, that he put in the approach and drive now so that nothing would
have to be torn out. Mr. John believed Mr. Kassar could probably do the sidewalk
and drive approach for what it would cost the City to just do the sidewalk.
Mayor Hindman was concerned about Mr. Kassar not being given
notice by the former owner of the property. Mr. Kassar said he may take the issue
up with the former owner because there was nothing in the contract regarding
this project.
Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
Mr. Janku made the motion that the sidewalk construction be
approved. The motion was seconded by Ms. Crayton and approved unanimously by
voice vote.
(B) Voluntary annexation of property
located on Riviera Drive, approximately 200 feet west of Langham
Drive.
Item B was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that Friendship Missionary Baptist Church
has requested annexation of this 3.5 acre tract located north of Smiley Lane.
He noted the Church has informally discussed having the property rezoned to R-1.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
There being no comments, Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
Mr. Janku pointed out that this tract is located in the service
area for Boone Electric. He asked how the lighting project was progressing for
the general area of Capri Estates. Mr. Beck said he would report back on the
project.
(C) Construction of sanitary sewers
in Sewer District No. 156.
Item C was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Patterson explained that Sewer District No. 156 was formed
in April of this year. It involves 10 parcels of land along Edgewood and Westmount
Avenue. The project estimate is $109,000, with the not to exceed tax bill rate
set at $.21 per square foot. Mr. Patterson said that three private common collector
lines will be replaced by two collector lines. He noted the project would result
in a cost of more than $10,000 per lot, but in accordance with City policy, the
sewer utility will pay for one-half of the cost. The lots are capped at a maximum
of $5,000 each until future development occurs. Tax bills issued to the property
owners will have to be based on special benefits accrued to the properties. He
listed benefits as follows: the elimination of potential health hazards and the
possible liability associated with such, the elimination of cost for maintaining
private common collectors, and the connection to a public sewer line typically
enhances property values.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
There being no comments, Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
Mr. Loveless asked if the City would connect the properties
to the new line. Mr. Patterson replied the private common collectors would be
capped off, and then the affected properties would be reconnected to the new
line as part of the project.
Mayor Hindman made the motion that staff be directed to proceed
with final plans and specifications. The motion was seconded by Mr. Loveless
and approved unanimously by voice vote.
OLD BUSINESS
B244-01A Authorizing an agreement with
R.W. Beck for evaluation of power supply; appropriating funds.
The bill was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck noted that an amendment sheet had been prepared.
He indicated that Mr. Malon sent the Council additional information pertaining
to green power.
Mr. Malon explained that the consultant sent back suggested
revisions to the agreement per the Council's discussion at the last meeting.
Because of the additional report, the consultant asked that the contract amount
be changed from $35,000 to $40,000. Mr. Malon reminded the Council to keep in
mind that the block of power relating to the contract with Ameren UE, which will
terminate in 2004, was a very attractive economic arrangement. He said any replacement
power the City comes up with, even if it is with Ameren, would have to be carefully
considered because it involves a substantial block of power -- representing around
20% of our resources. Any price increases could have an affect on the City's
rates. Mr. Malon indicated that capacity will not be reached until 2004, but
in the interim, if a small block of green power could be found and obtained at
a decent price, the City could make it available to see what kind of a response
the community would have for such a thing.
Mr. Coffman was happy with the rewording of the amendments.
He was comfortable with the price.
Mr. Hutton commented that he was not opposed to looking at
green power as a source of energy, but in regards to the language on Page 10
of the agreement, the proposed revision seems to mandate the use of green power
and preempt the purpose of the evaluation -- which is to consider all sources
and then make a recommendation. With the wording, "while also incorporating a
reasonable level of environmentally friendly sources of energy (green power)",
Mr. Hutton thought the consultant would take that as meaning green power has
to be included. Mr. Coffman said he was not reading it the same way. He believed
the requirement was that green power be included among several options. Mr. Coffman
did not think it would bind the consultant in any way. Mr. Hutton said he could
agree to the revision if that was truly what the sentence means. He gave examples
of how he would prefer the sentence to read, but his inclination would be to
leave out the statement that was added.
Mr. Hutton made the motion to amend B244-01A, pursuant to
the amendment sheet, with the following addition to the amendment sheet: in reference
to Attachment A, eliminate the revision on Page 10 and add the following, "including
environmentally friendly sources of energy (green power)", after the word "resources" (first
word in the second line of the paragraph). The motion was seconded by Mr. Janku
and approved unanimously by voice vote.
B244-01A, as amended, was read with the vote recorded as follows:
VOTING YES: LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, HUTTON. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B247-01 Amending Chapter 13 of the
City Code relating to manufactured or mobile home land lease
communities.
The bill was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck noted that this issue had been tabled from the last
meeting and staff was asked to provide zoning information on the existing mobile
home parks within the city. Of the 22 mobile home parks in the City limits, containing
a total of 1,988 lots, 10 are actually zoned RMH (Residential Manufactured Home).
Twelve of the 22 have other zoning designations and are considered nonconforming
uses, which means they can maintain existing conditions, but cannot expand or
rearrange the site layout unless rezoned to RMH. He noted that the Planning and
Zoning Commission asked that they be allowed to investigate the feasibility of
rezoning all mobile home parks with a different zoning designation to RMH.
Mary Hussman, 5306 Rice Road, spoke as an organizer for Grass
Roots Organizing. She was appreciative of Mr. Coffman's amendment for the 180
day eviction notification. She enumerated the reasons why the current 60 day
notification is not long enough. Ms. Hussman asked the Council to support the
amendment.
Mr. Coffman thought the proposed amendment was reasonable
and said he would be willing to compromise at four months, 120 days, if it would
alleviate concerns. Regarding the state preemption issue, his opinion was that
it would not be a problem, but thought it could possibly generate a lawsuit.
Mr. Coffman asked Mr. Dudark to comment on the motive of the Planning and Zoning
Commission when they voted unanimously to recommend that nonconforming mobile
home parks be rezoned.
Mr. Dudark responded the Commission thought if all mobile
home parks within the City are zoned RMH, then should there be a subsequent request
for a zoning change, residents would receive notice of a public hearing which
would provide additional neighborhood/resident input into the process. He said
that process would take at least 60 days.
Mr. Coffman expressed an interest in any creative approaches
other Council members might have in relation to this amendment. He just wanted
residents of mobile home parks to be supplied with more notification if a mass
eviction is planned. It was not Mr. Coffman's intentions to prohibit someone
from using their property as they wish, but these property owners should recognize
that mass evictions create problems for the whole community, particularly to
the residents of these communities.
Mayor Hindman agreed. He said mass evictions for a change
in land use deserves more time than 60 days. On the other had, he was concerned
about the owner having to make a large capital investment so the renters could
stay the extended time. Mayor Hindman observed the latest eviction case did not
involve a change in land use, so this amendment would not have applied.
Mr. John was concerned about the legality of extending the
time. He said that was second to the question of how long the notification period
should be. Mayor Hindman did not think the City would be a defendant in a suit
of this type.
Mr. Boeckmann said there are a number of ways the issue could
be raised. He thought the least likely was that the City would be sued immediately
or in the near future for passing the amendment. He said it could wind up in
Municipal Court for violation of the ordinance, but that would be unusual. Another
way would be if the Council wanted staff to file an injunction to get involved
in it. Mr. Boeckmann believed it was unlikely that someone would go to the expense
to challenge the ordinance in advance of a mass eviction. Both he and Mr. Coffman
agreed that it would preferable for the State Legislature to address the issue.
He commented there are a lot of cases of preemption, and there are always surprises
both ways.
Mr. Janku could understand why a group of mobile home park
owners might want to challenge the issue. He asked if such a group would have
the standing to do that. Mr. Boeckmann responded there would be a standing issue,
but they would have to find someone locally who would arguably have standing.
Mr. Hutton made the motion that B247-01 be amended to 120
days. The motion was seconded by Mayor Hindman and approved unanimously by voice
vote.
B247-01, as amended, was read with the vote recorded as follows:
VOTING YES: LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, HUTTON. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B258-01 Authorizing the award of four
contracts for design contributions for the Eighth Street Master Plan;
appropriating
funds.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that the City has received $10,000 from
private sources through the City Trust to authorize four, $2,500 honorariums
for design and planning work on Eighth Street.
B258-01 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, HUTTON.
VOTING NO: NO ONE. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B259-01 Approving the final plat of
C-K Place, Plat 2, a Replat of part of C-K Place Subdivision.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mayor Hindman noted that the applicant had requested that
this bill be withdrawn.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following bills were given second reading and the resolutions
were read by the Clerk.
B250-01 Calling for bids for construction
of the Upper Hinkson Creek Outfall Relief Sewer.
B251-01 Authorizing acquisition of easements
necessary to construct improvements on I-70 Drive Southwest
from
Business Loop 70 westerly to West Boulevard.
B252-01 Authorizing an agreement with
Missouri Department of Natural Resources for storm water grant;
appropriating
funds.
B253-01 Levying special tax assessments
for weed nuisances.
B254-01 Approving engineer's final report;
accepting a deed of dedication; authorizing payment of differential
costs
for water main serving Springdale Estates, Plats 6 & 7.
B255-01 Accepting easements for utility
purposes.
R160-01 Setting a public hearing: voluntary
annexation of property located on the southeast corner of
Rangeline
Street and Brown School Road, extended.
R161-01 Setting a public hearing: voluntary
annexation of property consisting of I-70 right-of-way.
R162-01 Setting a public hearing: Special
Business District 2002 Budget.
R163-01 Authorizing a grant application
to the Missouri Historic Preservation Office for exterior stabilization
and
restoration of the Blind Boone Home.
R164-01 Authorizing an emergency shelter
grant contract with the Missouri Division of Family Services;
authorizing
social service agreements with various agencies.
R165-01 Authorizing an agreement with
the Missouri Department of Health for sexually transmitted disease
clinical
services.
R166-01 Authorizing an adopt-a-spot
agreement with Woodridge Neighborhood Association.
R167-01 Amending the Transportation
Planning Grant Agreement with the Missouri Highway and
Transportation
Commission.
The bills were given third reading and the resolutions
were read with the vote recorded as follows: VOTING YES: LOVELESS, JOHN,
COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, HUTTON. VOTING NO: NO ONE. Bills declared
enacted and resolutions declared adopted, reading as follows:
NEW BUSINESS
R168-01 Approving the by-laws of the
Oakview Drive Neighborhood Association.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck noted that all requirements have been met by the
applicant and that it was ready for Council action.
Tammy Avery, Chair of the Oakview Drive Neighborhood Association,
4601 Oakview, thanked the Council for recognizing the association. She asked
that they be notified of any zoning issues in their surrounding area. Mr. Dudark
confirmed that the contact person from the neighborhood association would be
notified of any rezoning applications.
The vote on R168-01 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: LOVELESS,
JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, HUTTON. VOTING NO: NO ONE. Resolution
declared adopted, reading as follows:
R169-01 Authorizing a grant agreement
with the FAA for the expansion of the Air Carrier/Air Cargo Apron
Phase
II and Taxiway Connector Project at Columbia Regional Airport.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck noted that this 90/10 match grant was in the amount
of $687,825.
The vote on R169-01 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: LOVELESS,
JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, HUTTON. VOTING NO: NO ONE. Resolution
declared adopted, reading as follows:
R170-01 Authorizing a grant agreement
with the FAA for reimbursement of land acquisition costs at Columbia
Regional
Airport.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that staff applied for matching money on
the 224 acres the City purchased at the airport last year. He said this $320,000
grant would go toward that purchase to protect the runway. Mr. Beck indicated
that staff plans to apply for more grant money next year.
Mr. John asked whether staff considered leasing a portion
of this 224 acres with restrictions, or selling the parcel outside the FAA area,
to try and get some money out of it to use for more buffer. Mr. Beck indicated
that was a possibility for the revolving fund program which staff is reviewing.
Mayor Hindman asked whether the FAA would have to be reimbursed
if the City sold the property. Mr. Beck replied that would be the case if the
property was purchased with FAA funds.
Mr. John inquired as to whether all the money went toward
the land. Mr. Patterson explained that not all of the 224 acres was eligible
for reimbursement. The portion in excess of what was eligible can be disposed
of with restricted uses on it. On the eligible portion, Mr. Patterson reported
the City can still generate revenue off of it, but we have to retain the title
or reimburse the government. Mr. John's thoughts were to sell the balance with
a restriction for agricultural uses only. He noted the City could then use that
money for purchase of other parcels around the area.
The vote on R170-01 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: LOVELESS,
JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, HUTTON. VOTING NO: NO ONE. Resolution
declared adopted, reading as follows:
R172-01 Authorizing an agreement with
the Curators of the University of Missouri for police assistance at
football
games.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Chief Boehm explained that the University is anticipating
the possibility of some additional staffing from the City on an overtime basis
at home football games. He said it would be a per game request.
The vote on R172-01 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: LOVELESS,
JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, HUTTON. VOTING NO: NO ONE. Resolution
declared adopted, reading as follows:
The following bills were introduced by the Mayor unless otherwise indicated, and all were given first reading:
PR171-01 Establishing a policy on requests for
variances to subdivision regulation requirements for
construction
of sidewalks along unimproved streets.
B263-01 Authorizing a real estate contract
with Bruce and Mary Florea; appropriating funds.
B264-01 Authorizing acquisition of easements
necessary for construction of the Third Avenue Improvement
Project.
B265-01 Authorizing acquisition of easements
necessary for construction of the Bicknell-Walnut Drainage
Project.
B266-01 Appropriating FAA grant funds
for the expansion of the Air Carrier/Air Cargo Apron Phase II and
Taxiway
Connector Project.
B267-01 Appropriating FAA grant funds
for reimbursement of land acquisition costs at Columbia Regional
Airport.
B268-01 Voluntary annexation of property
located on the south side of Riviera Drive, approximately 200 feet
west
of Langham Drive.
B269-01 Approving the Replat of Lot
14 of Woodrail Subdivision, Plat No. 3; authorizing a performance contract.
B270-01 Approving the Replat of Lot
9 of Sedona Villas, Plat 1.
B271-01 Rezoning five tracts of land
located on the northeast corner of Rangeline Street and Brown School
Road.
B272-01 Amending Chapter 29 of the Code
to allow automobile repair facilities in the M-C District.
B273-01 Amending Ordinance No. 016872
which granted a variance from the Subdivision Regulations for
sidewalk
construction along the south side of I-70 Drive Southeast.
B274-01 Amending Chapter 24 of the Code
to require sidewalks along arterial and collector streets for new
construction
in certain situations.
B275-01 Amending Chapter 2 of the Code
to reestablish a procedure to disclose potential conflicts of interest.
B276-01 Approving Change Order No. One
for construction of the Community Recreation Center.
B277-01 Authorizing the City Manager
to accept the "Peacekeeper" armored vehicle; appropriating funds.
B278-01 Adopting the Special Business
District 2002 Budget.
B279-01 Confirming a contract with Coil
Construction, Inc. for renovation of Blind Boone Home.
REPORTS AND PETITIONS
(A) Intra-departmental transfer of funds.
Report accepted.
(B) Columbia Area Transportation Study
Organization 2025 Transportation Plan.
Mr. Beck noted it was recommended that both the Council and
the County Commission adopt the CATSO 2025 Plan. He suggested that the Council
may wish to refer it to the Planning and Zoning Commission, Energy & Environment
Commission, the Bicycle/Pedestrian Commission and the Disabilities Commission
with a request that they bring a recommendation back to the Council. He said
it was also recommended that Planning and Zoning Commission have public hearings
with comments from the other groups incorporated.
Mr. John made the motion that the plan be referred to the
various Commissions per the recommendation. The motion was seconded by Mr. Janku
and approved unanimously by voice vote.
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
Upon receiving the majority vote of the Council, the following
individuals were appointed to the ensuing boards and commissions:
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION CODES COMMISSION
Malicoat, Freddie L., 4101 N. Wappel, Ward 4 - term to expire 8/1/04
COMMUNITY SERVICES ADVISORY COMMISSION
Gilmore, Stephanie, 502 West Blvd. So., Ward 4 - term to expire 12/31/02
BOARD OF ELECTRICAL EXAMINERS
Erickson, Richard C., 1305 Woodrail, Ward 5 - term to expire 8/1/04
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT COMMISSION
Wheeler, Doug, 3516 Churchill, Ward 6 - term to expire 6/1/04
BOARD OF HEALTH
Kennett, Michele R., 2801 Peppertree, Ward 6 - term to expire 8/31/04
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Crawford, Bill T., 802 S. Edgewood, Ward 4 - term to expire 9/1/04
McRoberts, Andrew J., 1407 Bouchelle, Ward 6 - term to expire 9/1/04
Pape, Brian J., 202 S. Glenwood, Ward 4 - term to expire 9/1/04
COMMENTS OF COUNCIL, STAFF, AND PUBLIC
Ms. Crayton reported a lot of positive summer activity in
her ward. She was hopeful it would continue.
Mr. Janku brought up the issue of pedestrians crossing Fairview
in the area of Ash where it comes to a tee. He noted there are at least three
apartment complexes in this quadrant near Stadium and Broadway, and this area
has been included in the section for the new school district. Mr. Janku anticipated
that some students would occasionally be crossing the street. He asked for a
staff report on the appropriateness of a crossing guard or pedestrian crossing
markings at this location. Mr. Janku stated this area is also near where the
proposed shopping complex will be located.
Mr. Janku noted the City received additional funds for the
Parkade stormwater project. He was hopeful staff could attempt to reseed the
areas worked on this summer to make it look a little more attractive.
Regarding job training for Columbia residents, Mr. Janku referred
to an article he read in the National League of Cities publication about
Modesto, CA. Apparently, that community developed some pretty good training programs.
He noted an article in a St. Louis paper about job training funds being cut from
the state budget because of their prices at the state level and the choices that
are being made.
Mr. Janku made the motion that staff be directed to report
on what might be an approach the City of Columbia could make to either look at
what was done in Modesto, or try to make sure as these programs become less available
through the state and federal funding, what we might be able to do here. The
motion was seconded by Ms. Crayton and approved unanimously by voice vote.
Mr. Loveless commented on the cell phone tower behind and
beside Fire Station No. 6. He noted it was supposed to be disguised as a flag
pole, yet it has no flag. Mr. Loveless indicated he would like to see a flag
on the pole.
Regarding the earlier discussion on mobile home parks, Mr.
John noted that the Planning and Zoning Commission had passed a motion requesting
the Council to direct them to investigate the feasibility of rezoning mobile
home parks to RMH. He said it may be acceptable for them to investigate it, but
he had some concerns about it. In looking at the underlying zoning, he noted
that eight of the eleven properties not zoned RMH would actually be up-zoned
and three would be down-zoned. He was sure there would be a lot of issues in
regards to the intention to rezone the tracts, individually and as a group. Mr.
John's thought was to not go too far into the issue unless some other issues
could be brought into it.
Mr. Coffman asked if staff had taken action on the crossing
they had discussed for the Jefferson Commons area. Mr. Patterson said they were
trying to work out the sidewalk issues that would be associated with it. He said
they understood the desire of the Council to put it in according to the report
they submitted.
Mr. Coffman noted that the Council received a memo from the
Law Department about the cable franchise renewal for Charter Communications which
expires in April of 2004. He was undecided if the Cable Committee needed to discuss
the issue before setting a public hearing for input. Mr. Coffman asked Mr. Boeckmann
when it should be initiated. Mr. Boeckmann suggested a Cable Committee meeting
to discuss the issues. Mr. Coffman understood that they needed to start the process
within the next six months. Mr. Boeckmann said that was his understanding as
well.
Mr. Coffman commented that the trash problems are not as great
in the East Campus area this year. He thanked the Public Works Department for
their efforts and their continued focus on the situation.
Mayor Hindman said it had been called to his attention that
several people are interested in downtown street lights. He said some businesses
on Fifth Street are interested in having lighting similar to that along the Trailhead
Park. Mayor Hindman realized one of the first steps would involve the undergrounding
of power lines. He indicated another property owner on Ninth Street expressed
an interest to install some type of historic street lights. Mayor Hindman asked
for a staff report on what would be needed in order to allow these lights to
be put in and what the costs would be. He said in one case, the property owner
offered to pay for the lighting. Mr. John suggested some kind of standard be
established so there would be one style of light. Mayor Hindman understood the
instinct to allow only one style of light, but thought it could be tastefully
done so they would not have to be the same.
Mayor Hindman made the motion that staff report back on the
issue. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coffman and approved unanimously by voice
vote.
Mayor Hindman noted that the City had put in a lot of good
street crossing marks, but he was convinced that we need to get some kind of
educational program going so that people understand it's the law to stop for
pedestrians in the crosswalks. He asked for a staff report on how they might
educate the public, including signage at the crosswalks. Mr. Patterson explained
that staff is currently in the process of working with the Water and Light Department
and the City's cable channel to put together a program on crossings. He said
they expect to have something ready by this fall. Mr. Patterson remarked the
number of signs will also be increased. Mayor Hindman thought that would help,
but he still wanted a report that listed all options the City could utilize to
get the point across.
The meeting adjourned at 10:20 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Penny
St. Romaine
City
Clerk
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