INTRODUCTORY
The City Council of the City of Columbia, Missouri met for
a regular meeting at 7:00 p.m., on Monday, May 6, 2002, in the Council Chamber
of the City of Columbia, Missouri. The roll was taken with the following results:
Council Members HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN and COFFMAN were present.
Member HUTTON was absent. The City Manager, Assistant City Counselor, City Clerk
and various department heads were also present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the special and regular meetings of April 15,
2002, as well as the minutes of the special meeting of April 24, 2002, were approved
unanimously by voice vote on a motion made by Mr. Loveless and a second by Mr.
Janku.
APPROVAL AND ADJUSTMENT OF AGENDA INCLUDING CONSENT AGENDA
Mr. John asked that B160-02 be removed from the Consent Agenda
and placed under Old Business.
The agenda, as amended, including the Consent Agenda, was
approved unanimously by voice vote on a motion made by Mr. Loveless and a second
by Mr. Janku.
SPECIAL ITEMS
None.
SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
(A) Voluntary annexation of property
located on the south side of State Route K, approximately 400 feet east
of the intersection
of State Route K and Old Village Road.
Item A was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained this is a one acre tract located in south
central Columbia. It is presently zoned A-2 and the applicant has unofficially
asked that it be zoned R-1. An ordinance relating to this issue will be introduced
this evening.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
Otto Trachsel, 3702 Wayside, voiced concern about the City
providing services within a specified amount of time upon annexation of a property.
Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
B148-02 Authorizing construction of
water main serving West Lawn, Plat 1; authorizing payment of differential
costs.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained the City policy regarding differential
costs when it is determined by staff that a main should be larger than what is
planned by the developer. This particular line is approximately 2,100 feet with
the differential cost being $8,526.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
There being no comments, Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
B148-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B149-02 Authorizing voter approved
annexation of the "East Area" to the City of Columbia, Missouri.
B163-02 Calling a special election on
whether to extend the corporate limits of the City of Columbia to include
property
located generally east of the current City limits.
Both bills were given second reading by the Clerk.
Mayor Hindman noted an amendment sheet affecting the description
on B163-02.
Mr. Coffman made the motion that B163-02 be amended per the
amendment sheet. The motion was seconded by Ms. Crayton and approved unanimously
by voice vote.
Mayor Hindman explained the annexation law under which the
City must operate. He noted that the purpose of the hearings is to present a
plan of intent for each area and for the Council to hear public comment on the
areas. After the public hearing process this evening, he said the Council may
elect to put one or more of the five areas on the ballot. If so, an election
will be held Citywide on Tuesday, August 6, 2002. If 50% of the voters in a given
area and 50% of the City voters approve the annexation, a suit would be filed
in the Circuit Court which would then rule on the legality of the annexation.
Should fewer of 50% of the voters in an area vote to approve the annexation,
Mayor Hindman indicated the City Council may, but need not, put the issue back
on the November ballot. He stated that both City residents and individuals in
the affected areas will be able to vote. If two-thirds of the combined voters
approve the annexation, an action would be filed in Circuit Court with respect
to each area that falls under that situation. Mayor Hindman further explained
that after the hearings, the Council could approve one or more of the areas to
be placed on the ballot, could reject one or more of the areas, or reduce one
or more of the areas -- in which case that particular ordinance would be tabled
for one meeting to allow for revised maps, legal descriptions and ballot language
to be prepared. Another option is for the Council to table the matter until May
20, 2002, for further discussion at a public work session.
Mr. Beck believes Columbia will continue to grow whether that
growth be inside or outside the City. He said annexation can guide the direction
of that growth. It is estimated that the Columbia metro area will have a 2020
population of 132,000. To meet that projected growth, about 4,750 acres will
be needed for new residential, 260 acres will be needed for office, 440 acres
for commercial, and 170 acres for industrial areas. Mr. Beck said additional
acreage would need to be provided for future streets, schools, parks and other
public land.
Mr. Beck reported the areas being proposed for annexation
would add a total of 8.7 square miles, increasing the City's area by about 16%
and the population less than 5%. He stated the areas are needed for future development
of residences, employment and commercial areas without which the City will suffer.
Existing City residents would see no impact on current taxes, fees or utility
rates as a result. The City's plan of intent shows increased staff levels to
handle the additional service needs. He noted that residents of the proposed
annexation areas would see a reduction in real and personal property tax rates
with no change in assessed values as a result of the annexation. Residents and
businesses in the areas proposed for annexation will see slightly higher utility
costs as a result of gross receipts tax, but may see a lower rate on their City
utilities. The major change in sales tax relates to the purchase and licensing
of vehicles and boats.
Mr. Dudark explained that the City has prepared a plan of
intent for each of the five areas. He noted many of his comments would apply
to all five areas.
Mr. Dudark displayed on the overhead the "East Area" proposed
for annexation, located east of the current City limits beginning about one-half
mile north of New Haven Road, and extending north and east along Route WW and
Richland Road, and north of I-70 along Clark Lane and St. Charles Road. The East
Area includes about 2.4 square miles and contains several unincorporated county
islands. The total perimeter of the East Area is 91,872 lineal feet, of which
44,774 lineal feet is contiguous to the existing City limits -- almost 49% of
the total perimeter.
Mr. Dudark reported that the City intends to provide services
to the areas proposed for annexation. In regards to street maintenance, these
would be maintained at their current level of improvement. He said county roads
and improved local streets will be maintained at City expense. In the East Area
these roads include the following: Clark Lane, St. Charles Road, Richland Road,
Rustic Road, and New Haven Road. Unimproved local streets will also be maintained
by the City to keep them passable. Any overlays or improvements needed would
be done through tax billing of property owners at $2 per abutting foot. Unimproved
streets could also be reconstructed to City standards which would eliminate any
tax billing charge for maintenance.
Regarding sanitary sewers, Mr. Dudark explained the City has
a long-range plan to extend major sanitary sewer lines to the 80-acre point (the
point above which no more than 80 acres remains in a specific drainage basin).
At this point, developers and property owners complete further extensions of
needed lateral sewer lines. A sewer benefit district can be created for several
tracts of land whereby the cost of sewer lines serving each tract can be paid
by annual tax bills over a 10 year period. Mr. Dudark said all public lines will
be maintained by the City. In the East Area, the City is in the process of designing
an extension of a major sewer line up the North Fork of Grindstone Creek. This
project is scheduled to be completed in 2003.
Mr. Dudark related the City will maintain open and enclosed
storm sewers built to City standards located in dedicated public easements and
culverts and ditches within public street right-of-way.
In regards to solid waste, Mr. Dudark said the City will be
prepared to provide refuse service upon annexation. He pointed out that state
law allows private haulers to continue to serve existing customers for up to
two years. City service includes garbage, recyclables and yard waste.
With regards to public transit, Mr. Dudark stated that the
City will provide curb to curb Paratransit service within three-quarters of a
mile of fixed bus routes. A small part of the East Area is affected and service
will be provided to the area.
Mr. Dudark explained that the City has a territorial agreement
with Boone Electric Cooperative which defines specific areas served by each entity.
All of the East Area is served by Boone Electric and that will not be affected
by annexation.
Mr. Dudark commented that water service is similar in that
the City has territorial agreements with various surrounding water districts
which define specific areas served by each entity. The vast majority of the East
Area is served by Public Water Supply District No. 9 and this will also will
not be affected by annexation.
As for fire protection, Mr. Dudark explained that the City
has a territorial agreement with the Boone County Fire Protection District which
identifies primary service areas for each entity. Annexation does not affect
the primary service provider. Under this agreement the City pays the district
for serving annexed areas and the district pays the City for serving areas within
the district outside the City. The East Area is mostly served by District Station
No. 1, located on St. Charles Road, and District Station No. 12, located on Route
WW.
In regards to police protection, Mr. Dudark noted that the
City intends to provide such to the proposed annexation area. One patrol officer,
including vehicle and equipment, will be added to serve the East Area.
Mr. Dudark stated that public health services will be provided
to annexation areas and will include junk yard inspection, licensing and application
of animal control ordinances.
Regarding Parks and Recreation, Mr. Dudark stated that the
potential exists for two new parks and a recreation trail extension in the East
Area. Upon annexation, a planning process would be initiated to locate possible
park sites and trail routes, identify potential funding sources, and prepare
design plans and development of facilities.
Mr. Dudark commented the City will provide building permits,
construction inspections, rental housing licensing and property maintenance code
services to all of the annexed areas.
Mr. Dudark noted that many of the City services will be provided
to the area on the effective date of annexation. These include street maintenance,
police protection, storm drainage, paratransit, public health and building permits
and inspection. Several other services are already being provided and will continue
such as electric, water and fire protection. Following annexation, planning will
begin to provide the other services in accordance with statutory requirements
and standard engineering practices. Those include solid waste collection, sanitary
sewers and parks. Real and personal property will continue to be assessed at
the same level as currently assessed throughout Boone County. The City's current
property tax rate is 41 cents per $100 of assessed valuation.
Mr. Dudark displayed the proposed zoning plan for the East
Area. For all areas, it was staff's approach to apply the City's zoning district
most equivalent to the existing County zone. Within three months after annexation,
he said a public hearing will be held by the City's Planning and Zoning Commission
and staff will recommend approval of the proposed zoning plan contained in the
plan of intent. Upon receiving the Commission's recommendation, the Council will
have to approve the zoning plan by ordinance. Mr. Dudark indicated that generally
the Council has accepted existing County zoning upon annexation.
It is proposed that the annexation shall become effective
on October 1, 2003; however, Mr. Dudark related that the Court must approve the
annexation plan. Therefore, he said the effective date could be later than October
1, 2003, if the Court acts after that date.
Mr. Loveless, having attended all annexation meetings, noted
consistent themes among those folks opposed to annexation. He reported those
opposed divided into two groups; some that just did not want to be in the City
and those who felt they would lose some privileges which they now enjoy in the
County. Some of those privileges include shooting fireworks, the ability to hunt
on their property, the ability to burn without seeking a permit, the ability
to keep more than four adult animals at any one time, and one couple objected
to not being able to park on the grass in front of their house. Mr. Loveless
believed that these City regulations make good sense in a densely populated area,
but do not make as good sense if applied to a large tract consisting of many
acres. At the appropriate time, Mr. Loveless said he would ask staff to explore
options available to the Council to possibly amend the ordinances to allow some
of these practices in sparsely populated areas, until that area should become
so densely populated that the activity is no longer appropriate. He indicated
that he was not making promises, but wanted to make it clear the Council would
be willing to review what options might be available.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
Harry Williams, 1672 S. Rustic Road, was opposed to annexation
because he felt residents would not receive City services for several years because
of the area in which he lives. He said it would not be cost effective for the
City to provide them with services in exchange for annexation.
Charles Burks, 3501 New Haven Road #300, spoke in opposition
of annexation on behalf of the Woodstock Mobile Home Park. He said the only advantage
would be to the City because they would collect more money. Mr. Burks believed
annexation would place a hardship on his 350 tenants.
Dean Bergstrom, 400 S. Richland Lane, also spoke in opposition
and was doubtful about the City's ability to bring services to his home. Within
two years the City would have to provide the annexed areas with the same level
of service which would mean a fully staffed 24-hour a day Fire Department.
Laura Kabrick, 479 Crater Lake Drive, spoke on behalf of the
Lake of the Woods Homeowners Association in opposition. She said that 80% of
the people surveyed are against the annexation primarily for the reasons already
discussed. She said they saw no compelling reason to be in the City and were
very happy where they are.
David Floatman, 5531 Rocky Mountain Avenue, said many of the
residents of Lake of the Woods Subdivision have been made to feel uncomfortable
and unhappy by the City. He said there is no public confidence that their voices
would be heard once annexed into the City. Mr. Floatman agreed that the subdivision
is an island, but said they were because of decisions made by the City of Columbia.
Jack Tomlin, 578 N. Grace Lane, spoke about the use of land.
Mr. Tomlin has close to 100 acres across the road from his house which he has
permission to use for training his dogs on the lake. He said people moved to
the county years ago so they could have horses and allow domesticated animals
to be unconfined.
Peter Ansbacker, 918 S. Rustic Road, felt that most people
agree the City needs to expand in one way or another. He did not feel the tax
amounts were a big issue, but thought changing one's lifestyle was. Mr. Ansbacker
wondered about the motives of including the 12 homes along Rustic Road, and excluding
a large subdivision with over 300 homes just to the east. He noted that a letter
had been sent to the City from the Rustic Road residents requesting exclusion
from the east annexation area.
Henry Lane, 1816 E. Broadway, felt the most important thing
the Council should be considering is whether or not the City is providing adequate
services to the people who already live in Columbia. Mr. Lane was specifically
concerned about the street conditions in Columbia and the crime rate.
Jerry Carrington, 729 Demaret, spoke in opposition. He commented
on Council representation.
James Davenport, 724 S. Rustic Road, believed annexation to
be a matter of choice. He said people live in either the City or County by choice.
Mr. Davenport did not think there would be any more homes built on Rustic Road
for many years.
John Clark, 403 N. Ninth, spoke as a resident of Columbia
and said his comments would apply to each of the five areas. He was skeptical
of the benefits of annexation to the current residents of Columbia.
Otto Trachsel, 3702 Wayside, spoke in opposition and said
there are areas that were annexed 30 years ago that have not been developed because
too much expense is put on the small landowner.
James Davenport, 724 S. Rustic Road, reported that from Rustic
Road to LeMone Boulevard, an area annexed 30 years ago, still has not received
City services except trash collection. He thought it self-evident that the newly
annexed areas would also not ever receive services.
Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
Mr. John asked when the bids would be taken for the Grindstone
Sewer project. Mr. Watkins responded it is hoped that the north fork would begin
this year. Staff is coordinating the south area with the Sewer District and he
had no date as of yet. Mr. John asked if funding is in place for both. Mr. Watkins
replied affirmatively. Mr. John inquired as to where the sewer line would cross
the Rustic Road area. Mr. Watkins said the line would follow the creek and cross
Rustic Road near WW.
Mr. Janku asked about the requirements regarding fire protection
if annexation occurs. Mr. Watkins explained that the territorial agreement allows
the City to pay the cost of placing full-time people into the stations owned
by the Boone County Fire District. Mr. Janku said a comment had been made that
the City would do that as part of the annexation, but he did not think that was
reflected in the plan of intent. Mr. Watkins did not believe that was part of
the plan of intent until such time the density would warrant it. He said that
would be a Council decision.
Regarding representation, Mr. John remarked that residents
living within the proposed annexed areas would still be residents of the County
and, as such, would still be voting for their County Commissioner. He pointed
out that the Commissioners do not run the sewer district, do not have a vote
on the fire district, and do not oversee the Sheriff's Department, except for
some budget oversight. In the City of Columbia, Mr. John indicated residents
have professional city management that oversees all of those areas. He said the
City has territorial agreements for water, electricity and for fire, but each
have time limits on them and will run out. Mr. John believed the proposed annexation
would be a benefit to county and city residents because both governments will
operate more efficiently.
Mr. Coffman commented that he has been wrestling with the
issues along Rustic Road as this area may not see any significant developmental
changes for awhile. He believed annexation to be part of orderly growth, and
said they all knew of examples in other municipalities where orderly annexation
has not occurred and there have been ramifications for it that are not necessarily
good. Mr. Coffman did not see this proposal as a land grab and thought the revenues
and expenses to be fairly comparable.
Mr. Janku thought the way to keep the City strong is to ensure
that growing suburban areas are incorporated into the City. He felt annexation
as a general rule is good for the entire City, particularly the City core.
Mayor Hindman related that cities are very important -- they
are the economic engines because this is where the jobs are, and it is where
services can be provided most efficiently. He thought it was fundamentally important
to do whatever is necessary to make the City successful. He believed cities having
control over urbanizing areas is a good thing. Mayor Hindman said the State of
Missouri has been seriously hurt by constraints on our two major cities, St.
Louis and Kansas City. He commented that St. Louis is a great city, but it does
not live up to its potential and is not the city it should be. The same was true
for Kansas City. Mayor Hindman thought in the long-term it is important, not
only to the citizens of Columbia, but all people who depend on Columbia, for
the City to be allowed to control its own destiny.
Mr. Beck stated the City of Columbia has the capacity to carry
out the plan of intent for the East Area.
If the Council considers excluding the Rustic Road area, Mr.
Janku assumed the issue would have to be tabled for two weeks so the appropriate
amendment could be prepared. Mr. Beck agreed that if any of the areas are redefined,
new legal descriptions would have to be prepared which would require tabling
of the bill.
In regards to the new Grindstone sewer line, Mr. Janku would
like to receive more information on the proximity of the sewer to Rustic Road
before considering whether to exclude this area from the annexation proposal.
If there is some interest in getting more information for
the purposes of examination, Mr. Coffman said he would favor tabling this initiative.
Mr. Coffman made the motion that B149-02 be tabled to May
20, 2002. The motion was seconded by Mr. Janku.
Mr. Coffman asked Mr. Janku if he was interested in particular
information about what might possibly occur with regard to the sewer line. Mr.
Janku said he was interested in more information that could alleviate resident's
concerns about sewer not being available to them for years.
The motion to table, made by Mr. Coffman, seconded by Mr.
Janku was approved by voice vote.
Mr. Coffman made the motion that B163-02A be tabled to the
May 20, 2002, meeting. The motion was seconded by Ms. Crayton and approved unanimously
by voice vote.
B150-02 Authorizing voter approved annexation
of the "West Area" to the City of Columbia, Missouri.
B164-02 Calling a special election on
whether to extend the corporate limits of the City of Columbia to include
property
located generally west of the current City limits.
Both bill were given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck noted that he has reviewed the plan of intent for
the West Area and believes the City has the capacity to carry out that plan.
Mr. Dudark displayed the "West Area" on the overhead. He explained
that it begins at the westernmost City limit, just north of I-70 and follows
the Interstate right-of-way line west to Schotte Lane, then extends northwest
about one mile on both sides of Highway 40 about one-quarter mile, and extends
south of the Midway Interchange on I-70 about one mile then east to the city
limits. The West Area includes 1.9 square miles and a total perimeter of 48,101
lineal feet, of which 13,306 lineal feet is contiguous to the existing City limits
for 28% of the common boundary.
As stated earlier, Mr. Dudark said the City intends to provide
several major municipal services to the areas proposed for annexation. At this
point he directed his comments to the West Area. Mr. Dudark said County roads
to be maintained by the City include West Broadway, Sugar Creek Drive, and Van
Horn Tavern Road. Regarding sanitary sewers, Mr. Dudark noted that presently
there are no sewer projects in the active planning stage, however, annexation
could facilitate the extension of a sewer project to the Midway Interchange area.
Electric service east of Perche Creek is in the City's electric service territory,
and the area west of Perche Creek is in Boone Electric's service territory. In
reference to water service, Mr. Dudark pointed out that the area west of Perche
Creek is served by Consolidated Public Water Supply District No. 1, and the area
east of Perche Creek is served by the City. Fire protection in this area is mostly
served by Boone County Fire Protection District Station No. 9 located on Henderson
Road. Police protection will include one patrol officer, vehicle and equipment
for service the West Area. Mr. Dudark noted the potential for one special purpose
park and an extension of the recreation trail system along Perche Creek.
Mr. Dudark displayed the zoning plan on the overhead and explained
that the plan of intent includes application of equivalent, comparable zoning
in the County for the City zoning district.
The level of assessment and tax rate, schedule for provision
of City services, and effective date of annexation is the same for all areas.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
Bob Clark, 2255 Earthland Road, asked the City to postpone
their efforts toward annexing the Fayette exit area. He said the State Department
of Transportation has announced their intent to rebuild I-70. If a bypass is
constructed, he believed it would change the commercial potential for the Midway
exit. If the Interstate goes through the City, he said the median would be much
wider than it is presently and all of the exits would change radically -- which
could affect the placement of new sewer, water and electric lines.
Bob Bechtold, 512 W. Rockcreek, explained that he and his
wife own 260 acres north of the Midway Interchange. After the voluntary annexation
at Lake of the Woods, he began communicating with the City about doing the same
thing at Midway. He said they have been talking since February of 2001 about
voluntary annexation. After studying the costs and fees involved, Mr. Bechtold
said he had decided it would not be financially feasible for him to do right
now. With the two percent increase in taxes, he said they would be paying between
$140,000 and $180,000 in taxes and fees over and above what he now pays. Mr.
Bechtold indicated he could absorb that cost, but the gross receipts tax and
the bed tax would be an additional six percent increase. He said the bed tax
would amount to about $36,000 per year. If this property is annexed into the
City, he said the only thing they would get would be sewer because they already
have everything else. In addition, Mr. Bechtold noted that the territorial agreement
with Water District No. 1 is a real problem because they are a large water user
using about 10 million gallons a year. He said they pay $25,000 more to Water
District 1 than they would pay to the City. Another problem he mentioned was
zoning. He wanted some kind of guarantee they would not lose their zoning. Mr.
Bechtold stated that he and his wife are not opposed to annexation, but want
to work out a win-win situation.
Mike Trial, 301 N. Highway UU, explained that he operates
a tree farm along the Highway. He was concerned about the restrictions City ordinances
would put on the management practices they use. He was particularly concerned
about the fire arms issue because of the large deer population. Without the ability
to hunt, he said the problem would only get worse. Mr. Trial was also concerned
about infrastructure issues. He was worried about how much input residents could
give to how the road system is developed in the area. Mr. Trial was not sure
if annexation would help him or hurt him.
Frank Gendra, 4514 W. Broadway, passed out an aerial map and
asked that it also be displayed on the overhead. He spoke about the possible
future plans for redesigning Broadway and how that would impact his property.
Patrick Daugherty, 5821 W. Van Horn Tavern Road, said he was
in favor of annexation although he understood the reluctance of his neighbors
and his wife. Several years ago he invested many thousands of dollars in a sewer
system. He understood that maybe annexation would hasten the day when this system
could be eliminated. Mr. Daugherty said it was a safety worry and a terrible
eyesore.
Rob Chester, 90150 Rt. E, indicated that he did not live in
any of the proposed annexation areas, but thought the City should take care of
the problems within the existing boundaries first and not be concerned with the
County.
Jim Beckett, 5830 Van Horn Tavern Road, spoke in opposition
and noted that 60% of his road is maintained by the State Highway Department
and the other 40% is privately owned. He has never seen the City do a thing to
it. The only advantage Mr. Beckett could see would be for sewer services, which
he may get in his lifetime. He commented that most of the land in this area is
undeveloped and very few people would actually be eligible to vote on this particular
proposal. He noted the north side of I-70 was completely left out of the proposal.
Mr. Beckett said he was not in favor of a trail. He has a creek and a stream
going through his back yard and he did not want a trail coming up the creek through
his backyard.
Levita Anderson, 2517 Shepard Boulevard, stated she owns a
farm lying along Perche Creek. She asked about the plans for the trail and the
park. Mr. Dudark explained that the City Parks and Recreation Department has
a long range plan for a trail that encircles the City with Perche Creek being
the west portion of it. He said there are no specific plans for a trail, but
it would follow along the Creek. Mr. Janku pointed out there has been no decision
as to which side of the Creek the trail would be on.
Don Fritz, 508 Defoe Drive, owner of J. Louis Crum Corporation,
explained that his family lives on Strawn School Road which has been in the City
for a long time but does not have proper fire protection. He reported the land
he owns in the proposed annexation area calls for an MR zone, which would not
fit the current use of the property. Mr. Fritz asked what could be done to ensure
his investment would not be affected. He noted the County designated zoning district
is Planned Light Industrial. Mr. John remarked that before the election, the
Planning staff would need to review the zoning issues and clarify them. He said
it has always been believed by the County staff that MC and MR are very close
to ML. Going down through the uses, he said there are apparently a lot of uses
that Protective Inspection would consider do not fall under the uses that perhaps
the Planning staff believes. Mr. John indicated he would bring this issue up
at the end of the public hearing.
Mr. Fritz also voiced concern about the sewer. Mr. Beck explained
the 80-acre point policy. Mr. Fritz said he would like to have some choice as
to where the line is run.
Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
There was some discussion about how the Council could fine-tune
the zoning proposal so that it more accurately reflects the uses that the landowners
now have in the County.
Mr. Dudark explained part of the problem to be that there
is not an exact equivalency between some of the districts. He noted that existing
County MLP is a planned industrial district, wherein MR is the City's planned
industrial district. He said the Council could add more permitted uses to a district
that would allow some of those non-conforming uses. Mr. Stoltz said the actual
zoning would go through the normal zoning process. The plan of intent requires
the City to give notice to the people that are subject to an annexation what
our general intent is - what zoning we think should be applied in general.
Mr. John believed the zoning classifications need to be reviewed
not only with the Planning Department, but with Protective Inspection as well
because the two divisions have different points of view as to what is allowed
in some uses and what is not. He thought perhaps both the MR and MC zones should
be amended to allow more uses.
Mr. Janku made the motion that B150-02 and B164-02, be tabled
to the May 20, 2002, meeting and further asked for a staff report on the properties
mentioned here and the properties they received communications about. The motion
was seconded by Mr. John.
Mr. John made the motion that B164-02 be amended per the amendment
sheet. The motion was seconded by Mr. Loveless and approved unanimously by voice
vote.
The motion to table both bills, made by Mr. Janku, seconded
by Mr. John, was approved unanimously by voice vote.
B151-02 Authorizing voter approved
annexation of the "North Area" to the City of Columbia, Missouri.
B165-02 Calling a special election on
whether to extend the corporate limits of the City of Columbia to include
property
located generally north of the current City limits.
Both bills were given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck stated that the City has the capacity to carry out
the plan of intent for the North Area.
Mr. Dudark described the North Area as beginning along Highway
63 about 500 feet north of Brown Station Road, and following the east right-of-way
of Highway 63 northwest to a point about 1,000 feet northwest of Wagon Trail
Road, and then west about two-thirds of a mile, and then south back to the City
limits. The West Area includes 1.6 square miles and several unincorporated County
islands. The total perimeter of the North Area is 72,125 lineal feet of which
37,066 feet is contiguous to the existing City limits, about 51%.
Mr. Dudark explained what the service extension plans include.
The roads to be maintained in the North Area by the City include Brown School
Road, Prathersville Road, Roger I. Wilson Memorial Drive, and Wagon Trail Road.
Regarding sewers, Mr. Dudark said the City has recently extended the Cow Branch
Interceptor into the north area and has plans to extend an outfall to the Juvenile
Justice Center pump station. He stated Boone Electric Cooperative provides electric
service. Mr. Dudark reported that water service is provided by the City.
Fire Protection is provided by Boone County Fire Protection District Station
No. 5 located on Prathersville Road. Under Police protection, he noted that two
additional patrol officers will be added to provide service to the North Area.
He stated the potential exists for two new neighborhood parks and the extension
of a recreational trail up Cow Branch.
Mr. Dudark displayed the zoning plan on the overhead. He reiterated
the intent to select the City zone that most closely matches existing County
zoning. He pointed out that the zoning plan has been corrected in an area that
was shown as MR and also R-3. Other than that, Mr. Dudark said the plan of intent
map is the same as was published.
Mr. Dudark reported the level of assessment and tax rate,
schedule for provision of City services, and effective date of annexation is
the same for all areas.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
Fay Pugh, 907 Nance Drive, spoke in opposition of annexation
of the North Area. She asked about maintenance of her street which is a private
drive. Mr. Beck indicated the drive would have to be dedicated for public use
before the County or the City would maintain it. Ms. Pugh asked that Nance Road
north be omitted from the annexation plans.
Don Stamper, Presiding Commissioner of Boone County, 1304
Sedona Villas Drive, spoke on behalf of the Commission. He said there are citizens
who are vehemently opposed to being annexed and citizens who are giving active
consideration to it. Mr. Stamper thanked the City staff for their helpfulness
in keeping the County informed of the process. He stated the Commission has tried
to be supportive of annexation and have encouraged the cities in Boone County
to be aggressive about their future and to look ten, fifteen and twenty years
into the future as they plan their communities.
Mr. Stamper spoke of the Commission's concerns in that the
proposal leaves pockets of established subdivisions that are not included in
the sequence. He reported the Commission has advised citizens of seven points.
Mr. Stamper indicated the County would continue to request that the City staff
develop an overlay that reflects the voluntary annexations to date and any pending
acres of annexation that are tied to pre-annexation agreements. The second was
that property owners should know in advance if their streets are improved or
are designated as unimproved. He asked if property owners would be tax billed
for street maintenance, and if so, what estimate would be placed on an annual
basis and how would it relate to any potential reduction in their taxes. Mr.
Stamper thought the City should outline how snow removal will be handled. He
asked if personal on-site sewer systems will be accepted. He suggested the City
outline what increases, if any, there would be in tax rates. Mr. Stamper understood
once a property is annexed, the fire rate will decrease, but asked about the
affect of gross receipts tax and a variety of other taxes initiated by the City.
He thought the City should clarify what ordinances will come into effect once
a property is annexed. Mr. Stamper disagreed with Mr. John's earlier statement
in that the Commission is directly responsible for the Sewer District. He reported
that the District serves at the pleasure of the Commission, and the County provides
their bonding and funding authority. He believed this annexation proposal does
have the potential to jeopardize the sewer district. Mr. Stamper indicated it
is the only utility with which there has been no utility territorial agreement
worked out. The Commission thought consideration should be given to that and
that it should be done prior to the vote.
In summary, Mr. Stamper commented this annexation proposal
does not foster joint planning between the City and County. He remarked that
it only moves the line of demarcation.
Paul Land, 2005 Robin Terrace, thought it would be prudent
for the City to publish, in all five areas, the streets that will be brought
in and whether they are improved or unimproved. He wondered if Boone Industrial
Drive and Interstate Drive, both in Boone Industrial Park, are considered improved
or unimproved. Mr. Land passed out copies of a letter he submitted to the Planning
Director today. He read the letter signed by the owners of land and businesses
located in Boone Industrial Park which stated concerns about the zoning districts
assigned to the North Area. In summary, the letter stated that all of the property
in the park is presently zoned ML (Light Industrial) under County zoning. The
City's Plan of Intent for this area indicates MC (Controlled Industrial). Mr.
Land stated that justification for zoning the properties MC is based on the City's
conclusion that MC zoning under the City zoning ordinance is most comparable
to the ML designation in the County. The owners of property in this area strongly
disagree with that conclusion. They believe M-1 to be the most compatible with
their properties and their current uses. Mr. Land listed the uses their properties
historically include. He said the area has always been devoted to intense industrial
uses. Mr. Land noted that in all five plans of intent there is not a single parcel
designated for M-1 zoning, which seems to demonstrate an intention to down zone
the properties in the path of the proposed annexations. If annexed, they want
their properties placed in M-1 zoning.
Mayor Hindman asked Mr. Land if he was aware of what the Council
has asked staff to do with respect to the zoning plans. Mr. Land said he was
and hoped the North Area would be included in this process.
Otto Trachsel, 3702 Wayside, explained that he owns property
at 2660 Stark Lane, between Oakland Gravel and the Fair Grounds. He said the
map shows one-quarter of it outside the City limits and three-fourths of it inside
the City limits. He thought the suggested zoning designation should be C-2 or
C-3, not R-1. Mr. Trachsel commented he believed the proper use of the tract
would be for a convenience store and/or restaurant. He inquired as to whether
Starke Road was considered improved or unimproved. Mr. Beck thought the road
was considered to be an unimproved road, but one the City maintains without cost
to the property owner, at least until such time it is brought up for consideration
to be curbed and guttered. He said if it was paved with curb and gutter, there
would be a cost to the property owner which would be the curb and gutter cost
only and would be based on previous bids received by the City.
Donald Jacobs, 58 N. Highway VV, wondered if his property
was annexed, how long it would be before he would lose his hunting privileges
and when he would have to get rid of his animals. Mayor Hindman told him that
discharging fire arms is not allowed in the City, but said they were going to
look into the possibility of changes to the ordinances. He said the City staff
would be reporting back on the issue. Mr. John said the annexations would become
effective October 1, 2003, or until the Court rules. Mr. Jacobs asked when he
would have a sewer. Mr. Dudark reiterated the City's policy about extending sewers
to the 80-acre point. Mr. John indicated the City would be required to have sewers
to that point within the three years. Mr. Beck corrected that statement by saying
the sewer would be in some phase of getting done within that time limit. Mr.
John asked Mr. Jacobs about the size of his tract. Mr. Jacobs replied that he
has three acres with close to 500 chickens, turkeys, ducks, and geese on the
property. Mr. John asked if he hunts on his property. Mr. Jacob said he and his
family hunt deer and turkey that come into his yard.
Jim Shaw, 6303 N. Highway VV, explained that he lives and
farms about one-half mile west of Prathersville. He said the North Area proposal
would include almost 15 acres of his farm. He is confused about what a farmer's
relationship would be with the City and how he would continue to raise livestock
within the City limits. Mr. Shaw thought it was hypocritical of the City to pass
by a densely populated subdivision which dumps their sewage and street runoff
across his farm. He felt there should be a higher priority placed on that property
rather than on farmland. Mr. Shaw indicated he currently receives water from
the City, and if it is an example of the kind of services he could expect from
the City, he would like to opt out. He explained that approximately one-quarter
mile of water line runs on his property and added that there have been a lot
of water leaks. Mr. Shaw stated the City has yet to find the newest leak.
Robert E. Daly, 2009 Brown Station, owner of 10 acres at the
tail end of the northeast corner of the proposed area. He stated this property
is used for a Christmas tree farm. He is opposed to being annexed for several
reasons. Mr. Daly was concerned about not being able to burn, which is something
he has to do at times to save trees from beetle infestation. He was also concerned
about fire arms because he needs to be able to keep the deer under control. Mr.
Daly explained that the woods behind his farm is used for target practice which
keeps the deer scared away. He also has friends that hunt in the northwest corner
where he has a deer stand. Outside of about two acres, Mr. Daly commented that
a sewer would not benefit him. He asked that his property be removed from the
North Area.
Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
Because of the same zoning issues that were discussed earlier,
Mr. Janku believed the North Area annexation proposal should also be tabled.
Mr. John made the motion that B165-02 be amended per the amendment
sheet. The motion was seconded by Mr. Janku and approved unanimously by voice
vote.
Mr. Janku made the motion that B151-02 and B165-02, as amended,
be tabled to the May 20, 2002, meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. John and
approved unanimously by voice vote.
B152-02 Authorizing voter approved
annexation of the "Northeast Area" to the City of Columbia, Missouri.
B166-02 Calling a special election on
whether to extend the corporate limits of the City of Columbia to include
property
located generally northeast of the current City limits.
Both bills were given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck stated that the City has the capacity to carry out
the plan of intent for the Northeast Area.
Mr. Dudark explained the Northeast Area begins about 500 feet
north of Brown Station Road, extending along the west right-of-way line of Highway
63 northwest to a point about 1,000 feet northwest of Wagon Trail Road, then
south along the east right-of-way line of Highway 63 to Prathersville Road, then
east and northeast to the City limits. The area includes 0.9 square mile with
the perimeter being 45,619 lineal feet with a contiguous portion being 15,048
feet for a total percentage of 33.
Mr. Dudark said the City service extension policies and plans
apply to the Northeast Area that were originally stated with regard to street
maintenance, sewer line extensions and existing agreements between the City,
the Electric Cooperative, and the Water and Fire Protection Districts. Roads
that will be maintained by the City include Prathersville Road, Oakland Gravel
Road and Starke Avenue. The City provides sewer service to the Boone County Fairgrounds
and a nearby RV Park. The west part of the area is served by Boone Electric and
the east part is served by the City. All of the Northeast Area, except the westernmost
part, is served by Water Supply District No. 4.
The majority of the Northeast Area is serve by Boone County
Fire Protection District Station No. 5 located on Prathersville Road. City Police
protection will be provided to the Northeast Area using available resources.
Mr. Dudark indicated the potential exists for the extension of a recreational
trail along Bear Creek.
Mr. Dudark displayed the zoning plan for the Northeast Area
on the overhead. Again, he reiterated the intent to select the City zone that
most closely matches existing County zoning.
Mr. Dudark reported the level of assessment and tax rate will
be assessed at the same rate throughout Boone County. The schedule for provision
of services and the effective date of annexation is the same for all areas.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
Ron Fager, 6120 Oakland Road, was not opposed or in favor
of the annexation. Mr. Fager has 75 acres fronting on Oakland Gravel Road bordering
the northern part of the Boone County Fair Grounds on the east side. When he
bought his property, Mr. Fager said he was six miles outside of town. He pointed
out that the plan splits his property down the middle. Mr. Dudark explained that
the tracts were shown as separate tax parcels so there may be another deed on
the other side. Mr. Fager suggested that someone look at the property to see
if there is any logic to it being split. Mayor Hindman explained that the Council
could not add the western portion of the tract now because state law prohibits
such at this stage in the procedure. Mr. Fager related that there was no reason
for him to be in favor of the annexation in that case. Mr. Janku asked if he
would prefer to have all of his property annexed. Mr. Fager said he would prefer
for the entire parcel to be either in or out, not both. Mr. Janku explained that
there are ways to voluntarily annex property. Mr. Dudark said the property would
be contiguous to the City if his other holdings were annexed by this action,
and then Mr. Fager could voluntarily request annexation of the remaining property.
Otto Trachsel, 3702 Wayside, explained that he owns property
at 2660 Starke Lane, between Oakland Gravel Road and the Fair Grounds. He said
the map shows one-quarter of it outside the City limits and three-fourths of
it inside the City limits. He thought the suggested zoning designation should
be C-2 or C-3, not R-1. Mr. Trachsel commented he believed the proper use of
the tract would be for a convenience store and/or restaurant.
Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
Mayor Hindman asked if there was any way for a person to voluntarily
annex their property into one of these areas. Mr. Stoltz said not by adding it
to this particular action. He said it would be a relatively simple matter to
add it if the property becomes contiguous. Mayor Hindman said that would be in
2003. Mr. John said everything could be prepared so it would be ready to go as
soon as it became contiguous. Mr. John also said the person could enter into
a voluntary annexation agreement like we have with some people in order to get
service. If the annexation passes, it would be in. Mr. Stoltz indicated that
would work.
Mr. Janku made the motion that B166-02 be amended per the
amendment sheet. The motion was seconded by Mr. John and approved unanimously
by voice vote.
There was a discussion about Mr. Trachsel's request for some
type of commercial zoning. Mr. Janku asked if the plan should be tabled. Mr.
Loveless noted Mr. Trachsel's property is presently zoned residential in the
County. Mr. Janku said the plan would not change the zone, it would only show
the City's intent.
Mr. Loveless disagreed and said there is a process already
set up for changes in zoning which is the right way to go about it. He thought
it would be inappropriate to change the zone on the plan of intent at this point.
Mr. John said he did not want to give anybody the belief that
suggested zonings in the plans of intent are locked in concrete. He did not think
each parcel has been looked at, that is why zoning is applied after annexation.
Mr. Loveless thought the reason staff is being directed to
re-examine the zoning designation on other tracts is because what is listed is
not as close to the existing County zoning in regards to allowed uses. Whereas
in this case, we do have that -- it is zoned County residential and the proposal
on the plan of intent is also residential. Mr. Loveless did not see the analogy
in this case, but would accept it.
Mr. John said the City may be accepting zoning that is not
appropriate. Mayor Hindman said it would still be October of 2003 before the
property can be annexed into the City. He commented that if Mr. Trachsel is actively
pursuing the zoning, he would have to go to the County because the City does
not have the legal authority to give it to him. Mayor Hindman noted that if the
property is annexed, the City zoning hearings would be held after October of
next year.
The Council decided not to table this issue.
B152-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B166-02, as amended, was given third reading with the vote
recorded as follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN.
VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B153-02 Authorizing voter approved
annexation of the "South Area" to the City of Columbia, Missouri.
B167-02 Calling a special election on
whether to extend the corporate limits of the City of Columbia to include
property
located generally south of the current City limits.
Both bills were read by the Clerk.
Mr. Dudark described the South Area as beginning along the
west right-of-way line of Providence Road continuing south to Old Plank Road,
then east along Highway 163 and continuing east along a line 200 feet south of
Gans Road as it turns northeast to the west right-of-way line of Highway 63,
then south along the west right-of-way line of Highway 63 and Ponderosa Street
about 1,500 feet, then east across Highway 63 and north about 1,200 feet, and
then west to the east right-of-way line of Highway 63, then northwest back to
the City limits and including the private streets of Lenoir Street. The South
Area totals about 1.9 square miles with a total perimeter of 52,325 lineal feet
of which 30,360 lineal feet is contiguous to the existing City limits, or approximately
58%.
Mr. Dudark explained that City service policies currently
apply to this area with regards to street maintenance, sanitary sewer extensions,
agreements between the City's Water Department and Water Districts, agreements
between the City's electric service with Boone Electric Cooperative, and fire
protection agreements with the Boone County Regional Fire Protection District.
The roads to be maintained by the City include Bearfield Road, Rock Quarry Road,
Gans Road and Ponderosa Street. The City currently provides sewer service to
a large portion of the area. In regards to water service, Mr. Dudark stated all
of the South Area, except the part south of Gans Road, is served by the City.
The area north of Gans Road and east of Bearfield Road is served by the City.
The remaining area is served by Consolidated Public Water Supply District No.
1. The majority of the South Area is served by City Fire Station No. 8 located
at Nifong and Bearfield. One patrol officer, vehicle and equipment will be added
to serve the South Area for police protection. He indicated the potential exists
for one new regional park.
Mr. Dudark displayed the zoning plan for the South Area on
the overhead. Again, staff took existing County zoning and selected the most
comparable, equivalent City zone.
Mr. Dudark reported the level of property assessment and tax
rate are the same in the South Area as throughout the City and the rest of the
County. The tax rate in the City is $.41 per $100 of assessed value. The schedule
for the provision of City services and the effective date of annexation is the
same for all areas.
Mr. Beck stated that the City has the capacity to carry out
the plan of intent for the South Area.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
There being no comments, Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
Mr. Janku made the motion that B167-02 be amended per the
amendment sheet. The motion was seconded by Mr. John and approved unanimously
by voice vote.
B153-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B167-02, as amended, was given third reading with the vote
recorded as follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN.
VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
OLD BUSINESS
B137-02 Authorizing an agreement with
the Missouri Department of Natural Resources for a storm water
grant;
appropriating funds.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that this project would provide digital
topographic and planametric mapping for the Columbia Metro Planning Area. He
said it would be a joint project with the County Assessor. This will authorize
the acceptance of a grant in the amount of $242,266 from DNR. The local share
will be paid out of the storm water utility. Mr. Beck reported that it is staff's
intention to sell the maps to recover some of the cost of the project.
Mr. Patterson pointed out that the maps would tie into all
of the City's other utility maps as well.
Mr. John commented that if the cost of the maps were lowered,
more might be sold. Mr. Beck noted that it is a costly project. Mr. John agreed,
but noted that economics dictate the City could make more money if the price
is lowered. Mayor Hindman suggested checking to see what other cities have done
with respect to pricing.
B137-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B138-02 Authorizing a grant agreement
with Mid-Missouri Solid Waste Management District for the purchase
of
a horizontal recycling baler; appropriating funds.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that the baler will be used at the recycling
area being constructed at the landfill. He said the equipment will be capable
of producing high density, marketable bales of old corrugated cardboard, newsprint,
plastic and aluminum. The City would be putting up a $70,000 match toward the
purchase.
Otto Trachsel, 3702 Wayside, asked if the City would receive
any income from the bales. Mr. Beck spoke of the plans to sell the materials.
B138-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B140-02 Amending Chapter 12A of the
Code relating to land disturbance permit requirements.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Patterson explained the revisions being proposed are necessary
to meet the EPA Phase II requirements relating to land disturbance permits for
any disturbed area containing one or more acres. He did not think this will have
a great impact on the City since Public Works is primarily regulating all of
the properties through site development plans and erosion control requirements.
Mr. Janku asked how soon the other issues undergoing discussion
would be coming down. Mr. Patterson said it could be as soon as the next meeting.
He indicated staff is working on an ordinance pertaining to low floor elevation
certifications. He said it will be separated from the hydraulic considerations
they have been requiring for additional information.
B140-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B142-02 Calling for bids for construction
of a pedestrian bridge over I-70 along the east side of providence Road.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Patterson noted that this is the enhancement project on
which the hearings have already been held.
B142-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B146-02 Authorizing the City to collect
the airline "Passenger Facility Charge" from passengers embarking
from
Columbia Regional Airport.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that previously the Council asked staff
to check into this facility charge. He said it requires FAA approval and staff
believes it could possibly raise about $100,000 per year. The charge assessed
will be $4.50 per passenger. Mr. Beck indicated the funds could be used as a
match to other federal programs. Both the staff and Airport Advisory Board recommend
approval. Mr. Beck noted this charge can be made at other airports, and if Columbia
does not do it, the City will lose out on potential revenue passengers would
be paying for anyway.
Mr. John asked about the comments received from Trans States
Airlines. Mr. Patterson responded that letter should have been included in the
Council's packet. He will ensure this information is sent to the Council. He
noted there were no comments received in opposition to the proposal.
B146-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B155-02 Approving the final plat of
Valley View South, Plat 2; granting variances from the Subdivision
Regulations
relating to street design standards.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Dudark explained that this property has previously been
before the Council with regards to the preliminary plat. At that time, some variances
were granted with regards to street widths, specifically the request was for
a residential street width instead of a collector street width. This request
was approved for the north portion of Barnwood Drive and all of Abbeywood Drive.
He noted this plat would create 36 lots. Mr. Dudark reported the applicant is
asking for additional variances which were not included when the street width
variances were requested. These variances relate to street grade, minimum curve
radius, and a 200 foot tangent section in the corner truncations which meet residential
street standards. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommends approval of the
plat with all of the variances.
B155-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B156-02 Approving the final plat of
Vanderveen Crossing, Plat 8.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Dudark displayed the 42.5 acre plat on the overhead. He
pointed out that it shows 120 R-1, single family zoned lots. He noted a four-way
type intersection and spoke of staff's concerns that it could become a problem
for the residents that live in the area, with an eventual request for the installation
of a four-way stop. At the time of the preliminary plat review, Mr. Dudark indicated
there had not been a notation or condition of approval placed on the plat that
would require any other type of traffic calming device such as a roundabout.
He reported there is no requirement in the subdivision regulations for such,
but the intersection is being pointed out as a likely request for a four-way
stop sign which, in staff's opinion, is not a particularly effective traffic
calming technique.
Mr. Janku asked if there would be a way to accomplish a roundabout
if the Council decided to proceed with this type of design. Mr. Dudark thought
the way to do it would be to amend the subdivision regulations to deal with it.
He said even a condition on the preliminary plat approval is not necessarily
going to be enough legal standing to get it done. Mr. Janku asked if the roundabout
is incorporated at the public's expense, thinking down the road for such a request,
whether it would be cheaper to do it now rather than waiting five years when
the subdivision is built up. Mr. Patterson reported it would be less expensive
to build it now with the initial street construction. Otherwise, pavement would
have to be torn out and the corner truncations would have to be replaced. Mr.
Janku asked if this possibility could be explored with the developer. Mr. Patterson
responded staff could, but they would have problems pushing for the developer
to be totally responsible at this point when it should have been a condition
of the preliminary plat approval. He said staff could meet with the developer
and see what the potential might be and then report back.
B156-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B160-02 Accepting grants from the City
of Columbia New Century Fund for the Community Recreation Center;
appropriating
funds.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. John thanked the two business, Commerce Bank with the
Kemper Fund and Verizon, for donating $75,000 toward the Recreation Center. The
Council concurred.
B160-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
CONSENT AGENDA
The following bills were given second reading and the resolutions
were read by the Clerk.
B139-02 Authorizing a right of use
permit with Gus and Cindy Moosmann to allow work within a portion of
Barnwood
Drive right-of-way.
B141-02 Amending Chapter 14 of the Code
to change the speed limit in signed school speed limit zones with
flashing
yellow lights.
B143-02 Calling for bids for the construction
of sidewalks in Park de Ville Subdivision.
B144-02 Confirming the contract of N-J
Wilson Contracting, Inc. for construction of the Bicknell-Walnut Storm
Drainage
Project.
B145-02 Accepting easements and deeds
for public works purposes.
B147-02 Accepting easements for water
and electric purposes.
B154-02 Approving the final plat of
Auburn Hills, Plat 1.
B157-02 Changing the position of the
minority health grant funded Administrative Support Assistant I from a
one-half
time position to a full-time position; transferring funds.
B158-02 Authorizing an agreement with
The Curators of the University of Missouri and Boone Hospital Center
to
share and transfer equipment used in response to weapons of mass destruction
incidents.
B159-02 Accepting a grant from Boone
Electric Community Trust for the Community Study Circles Program;
appropriating
funds.
B161-02 Authorizing an agreement with
the Missouri State Safety Center for the Missouri Police Chiefs
Association
Step Grant; appropriating funds.
B162-02 Authorizing an amendment to
the agreement with Sustainable Farms & Communities, Inc.
R87-02 Setting a public
hearing: voluntary annexation of property located on the north side of Gillespie
Bridge
Road,
west of the city limits.
R88-02 Setting a public
hearing: voluntary annexation of property located on the east side of Sinclair
Road,
north
of State Route K.
R89-02 Setting a public
hearing: improvements to the L.A. Nickell Golf Cart Compound.
R90-02 Setting a public
hearing: installation of a bulb-out on Paquin Street at Matthews Street.
R91-02 Authorizing supplements
to the agreement with the Federal Aviation Administration for leasing space
at
Columbia Regional Airport.
R92-02 Authorizing an agreement
with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services for public
health
services.
R93-02 Authorizing an agreement
with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services for the Summer
Food
Service Program Inspections.
R94-02 Authorizing an agreement
with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services for the Sexually
Transmitted
Disease Clinical Services Program.
R95-02 Authorizing an amendment
to the agreement with the Missouri Department of Health for the WIC
Program.
R96-02 Authorizing agreements
with the Missouri Department of Corrections to provide tuberculosis screening
and
Hepatitis B and influenza vaccines.
R97-02 Authorizing an agreement
with Buck Consultants to perform annual review and cost projections for the
City's
medical and dental plans.
R98-02 Authorizing application
for an Emergency Shelter Grant from the Missouri Department of Social
Services.
The bills were given third reading and the resolutions were
read with the vote recorded as follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU,
LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Bills declared enacted
and resolutions declared adopted, reading as follows:
NEW BUSINESS
R99-02 Authorizing demolition of a dilapidated
structure located at 2309 Tremaine Drive; levying a special tax
bill.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck noted that the City has received numerous complaints
on this structure and the Public Works Department made inspections and sent out
notices. Corrections were not made and a hearing was held in accordance with
our ordinances and a notice was sent again. Mr. Beck reported corrections have
still not been made, so before the Council is the bid call to remove the structure
with the cost being tax billed to the property owner.
The vote on R99-02 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN,
CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Resolution
declared adopted, reading as follows:
R100-02 Authorizing demolition of a
dilapidated structure located at 207 Lynn Street; levying a special tax
bill.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that the same procedures were followed
on this property as were described in the previous resolution.
The vote on R100-02 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN,
CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Resolution
declared adopted, reading as follows:
R101-02 Approving the elevation plan
of the proposed structure to be constructed on Lot 102A of Village
Square,
Plat 1.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that each time an elevation plan comes
forward with this particular plat, Council approval is needed.
John Simon, an architect with offices at 13 S. Sixth Street,
explained that he is responsible for the development of the exteriors of this
particular building. He offered to answer any questions.
Mayor Hindman commented that it looked quite nice.
The vote on R101-02 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN,
CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Resolution
declared adopted, reading as follows:
R102-02 Approving the preliminary plat
of Oakland Springs Subdivision; granting a variance to the Subdivision
Regulations
regarding cul-de-sacs.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck noted that this approximate 19 acre plat would create
51 R-1 lots on the east side of Oakland Gravel Road, south of Spruce. He said
there had been a difference of opinion between the Public Works staff and the
Planning and Zoning Commission as it relates to Flora Drive being a dead end
street with this number of lots on it. Mr. Beck thought there were probably some
Fire Department concerns also. The Commission recommended approval of the variance
after consideration of the report.
Mr. Loveless asked Mr. Dudark how he would propose bringing
Flora Drive into Oak Meadows. Mr. Dudark replied that was part of the problem,
it comes in at an angle and is only 30 feet wide. He said it would have to be
turned and worked into the street system someway. Mr. Dudark noted there are
not any connections in the area of Oakland Gravel to Brown Station. He stated
that it did not seem to be real practical in this case. Mr. Loveless recalled
there being another street that it might be tied into. Mr. Dudark responded that
would be Olive Street, and it does the same thing and is also already developed.
Jim Patchett, the surveyor who worked on the plat, explained
that at the concept review the Fire Department had no problem with the layout
of the plat. He pointed out that residents on Flora Drive receive City services,
and have for some forty years when it was platted in 1959. He thought the main
problem in developing Flora Drive as a thru street is the location of the ditch
at the property line.
The vote on R102-02 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN,
CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Resolution
declared adopted, reading as follows:
R103-02 Authorizing HOME agreements
with Boone County Group Homes and Family Support and Central
Missouri
Habitat for Humanity.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck noted that this would provide $64,787 to Boone County
Group Homes to renovate a nine unit structure at 260 Apple Tree Court. All units
will be occupied by low-income developmentally disabled persons. He indicated
the Missouri Housing Development Commission is also providing $70,000 towards
the purchase and renovation of the property. Mr. Beck explained the $45,000 for
Habitat for Humanity will be used to assist three low-income individuals to build
homes on Lynn Street and Fourth Avenue.
The vote on R103-02 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: HINDMAN,
CRAYTON, JANKU, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN. VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HUTTON. Resolution
declared adopted, reading as follows:
The following bills were introduced by the Mayor unless otherwise indicated, and all were given first reading:
B168-02 Voluntary annexation of property
located on the south side of State Route K, approximately 400 feet
east
of the intersection of State Route K and Old Village Road.
B169-02 Establishing permanent A-1 zoning
on property located on the west side of Old Village Rd.,
approximately
900 feet north of State Rt. K.
B170-02 Establishing permanent R-1 zoning on
property located on the northeast and northwest corners of the
intersection
of West Old Plank Road and Hickam Drive.
B171-02 Confirming the contract of Columbia
Curb & Gutter Company for the construction of a pedestrian
bridge
over Business Loop 70 along the east side of Paris Road.
B172-02 Confirming the contract of Ken
Kaufmann & Sons Excavating, LLC for construction of the H-21 Sewer
serving
Evergreen Acres Subdivision.
B173-02 Confirming the contract of Aplex,
Inc. for the reconstruction of Third Avenue from Garth Avenue to
Providence
Road.
B174-02 Appropriating FTA grant funds
for the bus storage building exhaust system.
B175-02 Authorizing the acquisition
of land necessary for the construction of the B-20 Sewer serving Settlers
Ridge
Subdivision.
B176-02 Amending Chapter 14 of the Code
to establish new hourly parking meter zones; appropriating funds.
B177-02 Accepting certain streets for
public use and maintenance.
B178-02 Authorizing installation of
a bulb-out on Paquin Street at Matthews Street.
B179-02 Authorizing a right of use permit
with The Curators of the University of Missouri to allow construction
in
portions of Fifth Street, Conley Avenue and Turner Avenue rights-of-way.
B180-02 Amending Chapter 14 of the Code to
prohibit parking along sections of Paquin Street.
B181-02 Appropriating funds for the
Memorial Tree Program.
B182-02 Authorizing acquisition of land
within the proposed Auburn Hills subdivision for development of a
neighborhood
park.
B183-02 Authorizing construction of
improvements to the L.A. Nickell Golf Cart Compound.
B184-02 Confirming the contract of N-J
Wilson Contracting, Inc. for construction of water main along Creasy
Springs
Road from Brown School Road south to Sanderson Lane.
B185-02 Accepting easements for electric
and water purposes.
B186-02 Authorizing the Health Facility
Agreement with Boone County.
REPORTS AND PETITIONS
(A) Collection of Smaller Works of Art.
The Council discussed the option of directing the Cultural
Affairs Commission to review this issue to discern what would be a reasonable
and rational approach.
Mr. John made the motion that research continue by the Cultural
Affairs Commission. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coffman and approved unanimously
by voice vote.
(B) Annual Landscaping.
Mr. Beck explained that staff is working towards landscaping
AC and installing water lines to maintain the beds. After this project, he said
approximately $37,454 would remain in the account.
Mr. Watkins noted that a meeting is scheduled this week with
MoDOT to firm up plans on the landscaping. He commented that it is staff's intent
to do a very minimal amount right now, but then come back in later and finish
it up with force account. Mr. Watkins reported the two issues he needs a decision
on quickly are the sleeves and putting in some top soil in the medians.
Mr. Janku asked when the North Providence project would be
bid. Mr. Patterson replied that they are ready to bid it, staff is just waiting
for final approval from MoDOT. He will check into it and update the Council on
the status.
Mr. Janku made the motion that the Council approve the expenditure
of the $31,000 for Route AC landscaping and the FY 02 Adopt a Spot programs.
The motion was seconded by Mayor Hindman and approved unanimously by voice vote.
(C) LPBW Development Company LLC 80-acre
Point Sewer Request (MC-2 extension).
Mr. Beck noted that this sewer line would serve a 185 acre
tract. The funding for the project will come from the 1997 ballot issue.
Mr. John made the motion that staff be directed to proceed
with detailed plans and to establish a date for a public hearing on the project.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Janku and approved unanimously by voice vote.
(D) Joint Development of Rail Terminal
Site.
Mr. Malon explained that this is a follow-up to the purchase
agreement with Randy Adams Construction. He related that as part of the purchase
and platting, it is necessary to make certain improvements to the site, including
the extension of sewer lines and so forth. Mr. Malon explained that a method
has been worked out to split some of those costs with Randy Adams.
Mr. Loveless made the motion that staff be directed to proceed.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Coffman and approved unanimously by voice vote.
(E) Special Business District Solid
Waste Zone.
Mr. Beck explained that this would be the first of this type
of district established in Columbia. He said the Public Works Department has
been working with the Special Business District to replace dumpsters with compactors
in the alleyways.
Mr. Patterson reported that staff has continued to work with
the SBD to maintain a clean central business district. He noted that they have
been talking to the District for several years about this concept and have been
developing some options for consideration. The basic premise is that a zone would
be created wherein there would be some uniformity and benefit to combine the
types of service the City provides. Most important, the formation of this zone
would allow business owners to dictate the level and type of service they feel
is best for their area. The zone would allow the cost of services to be recovered
through rates based on actual costs and proportional waste generated by a particular
type business. Mr. Patterson remarked that staff came up with eight different
rate categories. In addition, with the repeal of the container deposit ordinance,
Mr. Patterson believed there will be an increased demand and need in the District
for recycling containers. This program also provides an opportunity for the District
to determine what kind of recycling program they want.
Jack Waters, 712 Westridge, Special Business District member,
thanked Mr. Patterson and his staff for all of their hard work they put into
this issue. He said the compactor program has had a dramatic impact in the alleys
where it has been implemented, and this proposal would allow it to be extended
throughout the District.
Carrie Gartner, Downtown Association, 11 S. Tenth, explained
that a series of town meetings were held last year. Based on the responses from
the downtown businesses, this program would implement a mechanism for other changes
to solid waste pick-up in the downtown area.
Mayor Hindman thanked everyone for their work on the program.
Mayor Hindman made the motion that staff be directed to prepare
ordinances establishing the district and setting rates for Council consideration.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Loveless and approved unanimously by voice vote.
(F) Street Lights on North Providence
Road.
Mr. Malon reported on the plans to paint all of the downtown
street light standards. The Water and Light Department will put out bids this
spring to paint all of these poles, and it seemed appropriate to deal with the
Providence Road structures at the same time.
(G) Helmet Ordinance.
Ms. Crayton asked if this ordinance is approved, what would
happen to the low-income children who cannot afford helmets.
Mayor Hindman noted that the Safe Kids Program just recently
gave away 500 helmets to anyone who wanted them. He indicated that Ms. Crayton
brought up a good point in that the ordinance would not be beneficial if it meant
taking kids off bicycles because they cannot afford the helmets. He said we would
have to be sure and match those problems.
Mr. Janku made the motion that an ordinance be prepared and
a hearing be held before the Board of Health to take public input. The motion
was seconded by Mr. Loveless and approved unanimously by voice vote.
(H) Sunflower Street - New Street Name.
Mr. Loveless made the motion that the issue be referred to
the Planning and Zoning Commission for their consideration and recommendation.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Janku and approved unanimously by voice vote.
(I) Intra-departmental Transfer of
Funds.
Report accepted.
(J) Tornado-safe Shelters in Manufactured
Home Parks.
Mr. Janku thanked the staff for looking into this issue.
Mr. Janku made the motion that the issue be referred to the
Building Construction Codes Commission, Planning and Law Departments for specifications
and drafting an ordinance. The motion was seconded by Mr. Loveless and approved
unanimously by voice vote.
(K) Street Closure Report.
Mr. Beck noted that these requests had been reviewed by the
Central Columbia Association and they recommended approval.
Mr. Loveless noted that the date set for the Lakota Cup is
the alternative date for the Soap Box Derby on Broadway. He asked if a conflict
would be created if the two events took place on the same day. Carrie Gartner
explained that the Derby runs from the hill on Fifth Street down Broadway, and
the Lakota Cup will take place partly on the University Campus and goes to about
Elm Street, mainly in the Flat Branch area. She said both events could run simultaneously
without affecting each other.
Mayor Hindman made the motion that the requests be approved
as written. The motion was seconded by Mr. Coffman and approved unanimously by
voice vote.
(L) Federal Building.
Mr. Beck reported that GSA thought it might cost over six
million dollars to bring the building up to their Class B office standards. It
was Mr. Beck's opinion that only certain operations of the City government could
easily be pulled out of the central operation. He noted the Health Adventure
Center would be eligible under this public conveyance process for up to a 100%
discount on the property. The use for normal City office space would not be eligible
for public conveyance, but would follow the fair market value process. Mr. Beck
related the City would have to pay the highest and best use for the property,
and then there would be the additional renovation costs to the structure. He
said timing was an issue, and staff thought it would take 30 to 60 days to obtain
an appraisal. Mr. Beck believed the GSA was going to proceed with an appraisal.
Mr. Janku asked what the City's costs would be for an appraisal.
Mr. Beck replied that he did not know, but if the Council so chose, he would
have some costs put together for them.
Mr. John's opinion was that the property should be examined
to ensure all the right decisions are being made. He said the federal government
is bunching up their buildings and that was a good thing for them. He added that
he hoped the offices would stay in the downtown area because that would be a
good thing for the City of Columbia. If the Health Adventure people could get
moving, their acquisition of the Federal Building would free up half of a city
block.
Mr. John stated that it is as close from the front door of
this building to the front door of the Federal Building, as it is from the corner
of the new City Hall building to the front door of the Howard Building. His point
was that if the City purchases the Federal Building for office space, it would
not be that far away from City Hall. He noted if Finance and Water and Light
were moved to that building, they would be right across the street from the Verizon
Building. Mr. John also pointed out the extensive fiber optic network in Columbia.
He indicated Fire Administration has been moved several blocks away from City
Hall, which had been a concern at one time, but he did not think that move has
caused a whole lot of problems. He thought the Council needed to ensure all of
the bases are covered before moving forward with the City Hall expansion project.
Mr. John indicated he would like to receive an estimate of what an appraisal
would cost.
Regarding having the new Federal Building downtown, Mr. Janku
did not remember them endorsing that as a Council. He thought maybe they should
because most of them had expressed that hope. Mr. Janku commented that if the
Council endorses such, staff needs to work with GSA by identifying or suggesting
possible sites, whatever the City can do to help. Mr. Beck said one of his assistants
has been working on that. He will report back to the Council on this issue.
Mr. John made the motion that staff be directed to come back
with an estimate of what an appraisal would cost. The motion was seconded by
Mr. Loveless and approved unanimously by voice vote.
Mr. Janku made the motion that staff be authorized to take
whatever steps appropriate to facilitate the location of the new Federal Building
in downtown Columbia. The motion was seconded by Mr. John and approved unanimously
by voice vote.
APPOINTMENT TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
None.
COMMENTS BY COUNCIL, STAFF AND PUBLIC
Mayor Hindman announced that former Council Member Donna Crockett
passed away earlier this evening. He asked everyone to observe a moment of silence
in her memory.
Ms. Crayton commented that this past weekend a large trailer
was in her neighborhood with items being sold out of it. She said it went on
for three days. Ms. Crayton reported this person was not from the neighborhood
nor was this a neighborhood yard sale. She asked staff to look into the situation.
Ms. Crayton spoke about the new meters being proposed for
the downtown area. She related there are some employees in one particular location
that currently park on the street where new meters are being proposed. Mr. Janku
noted they could possibly be 10-hour meters rather than two-hour meters. Mayor
Hindman commented that many business people claim that the purpose of the meters
is to create space for their customers. He said if employees are parking there
everyday, the customers cannot. Ms. Crayton said she had received a letter from
the employees.
Mr. Janku spoke about the Council's earlier discussions regarding
the upgrade of the COLT right-of-way. He and Mr. Hutton are both concerned about
getting it funded in the upcoming budget. He realized the CDBG process was beginning
and thought there may also be storm water money for it. Mayor Hindman said he
noticed the COLT project listed with the landscaping projects they talked about
earlier.
Mr. Janku commented on the remarks of an earlier speaker relating
to his property in north Columbia, and this person's inability of having a street
developed to his lots. He asked staff to meet with this individual and explain
the process. In addition, Mr. Janku requested a report on what would be possible
in the location mentioned. If there are problems with City ordinances or policies
that make it too difficult in this situation, he said maybe there are changes
that could be made. Mr. Janku wanted additional information on the situation.
Mr. Janku thought there might be an opportunity to create
some new parking spaces near the University. He had read where the University
will be losing 1,500 spaces next year due to construction. Mr. Beck mentioned
that staff is working with the University about leasing some spaces during this
construction work.
Mr. Janku made the motion that the earlier issue about traffic
calming in new subdivisions be referred to the staff for their recommendation
and a report back. The motion was seconded by Mayor Hindman and approved unanimously
by voice vote.
At an annexation meeting for the East Area, Mr. Loveless commented
that one resident mentioned a budding dump at the Hominy Branch where it runs
under Clark Lane. He asked staff to look into it and see if it is a problem the
City should clean up.
Mr. Loveless indicated he had given Mr. Watkins a request
from a constituent in regards to the City establishing a "one-stop shop" for
people needing building permits. Currently, when someone comes to the City to
apply for a building permit, they get run around to several different divisions
for permits and checks.
In reference to street standards and landscaping, Mr. Loveless
spoke of an earlier Council discussion in which Grant Lane was used as a model
because of the trees planted between the curb and sidewalk. He noted that some
of those trees are no longer alive. He wanted to see these removed and replaced.
Regarding the "one-stop shop", Mr. John felt there should
be no reason for anyone to come to City Hall for those purposes because they
should be able to order permits on-line, pay for them on-line, receive them on-line,
and have somebody come out to inspect their footings. He said Protective Inspection
should be able to wirelessly send back a notice when an inspection has passed.
Mr. John wanted to see this worked on in the next year or so.
Mr. Coffman brought up the issue of the traffic light by AC
and Bluff Creek. He felt they were nearing a stage where the City should make
its position known. The options are to leave the light where it is near the gas
station, or move it down to Bluff Creek Road. He felt Bluff Creek Road seemed
to be the logical location.
Mr. Coffman made the motion that his preference be expressed
to MoDOT and ask that it be done while they are working in the area.
Mr. Loveless discussed the Council direction to staff that
MoDOT be contacted about establishing a crossing from Jefferson Commons to the
sidewalk on the other side of Highway 63. He said the closing of this stretch
of road to work on the Grindstone bridge is eminent and he has not seen any action
regarding the crosswalk.
Mayor Hindman noted the Council received an e-mail about this
issue and he believed the sender made some good points. He believed the road
is really going to carry a burden when the right turn lane is cut-off at the
end. He thought another thing that needs to be looked at is the sidewalk that
dead ends in this area. Mayor Hindman reported the shoulders are in terrible
shape and the road is simply not ready for the volume of traffic that will be
routed onto it. He agreed with Mr. Loveless on the crossing. Mayor Hindman indicated
the neighborhood is also concerned about the roundabout. He felt the residents
had a lot of reasonable concerns that should be forwarded to MoDOT.
Mr. Coffman said he would accept all the concerns and add
them to his motion. The motion was seconded by Mr. Janku and approved unanimously
by voice vote.
Mr. Coffman noted that trees had been taken out on Walnut
Street along Boone Hospital's parking area. He said it happened some time in
March and now there is no buffer between the lot and the Lion-Stephens Park area.
He referred to the Council minutes wherein the latest phase of the parking lot
was approved. Mr. Coffman noted that a sidewalk variance was granted along Walnut,
and one of the reasons this occurred was to prevent the removal of trees which
served as a buffer. Many constituents have contacted him and have inquired as
to why the trees were removed. Mr. Coffman asked that the issue be investigated
and reported on.
Mayor Hindman reported that he had been contacted about Ashland
Gravel Road where it dead ends at a bridge (which has been converted to a pedestrian/bicycling
bridge). He related the street also provides access to an apartment house and
the old Coca Cola building. He said the street has been allowed to deteriorate,
and there is also a culvert that will not handle more than 3,000 pounds. Mayor
Hindman indicated the owner of the Coca Cola building wants to lease it out as
a warehouse, and claims to have had pretty unsatisfactory results in dealing
with the City on the situation. He asked for a report as the complaint involves
a City street and the issue needs to be dealt with.
Mary Hussman, 5306 Rice Road, explained that she has been
working with Columbia Square Tenants Association for some time. She passed around
pictures of views taken from the apartments showing the fence line along the
east side of the Joe Machens Ford property. Ms. Hussman reported the Machens'
property along the public street is spotless and very well manicured, while the
back is littered with rubbish and trash. She said the Health Department has been
called five times about this problem, but it still has not been cleaned up. Ms.
Hussman stated staff from the Health Department have spoken with the dealership
about this problem since March, but there has been no progress. She requested
that the Council intervene to get this property cleaned up.
Ms. Hussman discussed another problem at the same location
relating to the condition of dumpsters on within the apartment complex. She said
the management was told today that the City would give them three or four new
dumpsters by the end of next week to replace some of the older ones. Ms. Hussman
indicated that the Tenants Association prefers that all of the dumpsters be replaced
at the same time and as soon as possible.
Otto Trachsel, 3702 Wayside Drive, commented on a dangerous
planter located at the intersection of Brown Station and Leeway. He said the
height is such that it is difficult for drivers to see over.
Carrie Gartner, 11 S. Tenth, stated that she and several of
her board members had spoken with the GSA a few years ago about the Federal Building.
Since the Board has been working on an overall master plan for the downtown,
SBD realizes the importance of Cherry Street. Ms. Gartner spoke of the need for
an east/west pedestrian connector, and she thought it could be Cherry Street
because it has so much potential. She believed that if the Federal Building is
used to its fullest potential, it would be a great way to connect all the different
attractions in the downtown area. Ms. Gartner related the Board had originally
looked at it as a possible facility for a cultural center.
The meeting adjourned at 12:45 a.m.
Respectfully
submitted,
Penny
St. Romaine
City
Clerk
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