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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil.Minutes.10-17-2016.Regular Proceedins of the City Council, City of Cape Girardeau, Mo,. Rego ar Session October 17,2016 JJ-441 REGULAR SESSION—October 17,2016 P CLOSED SESSION �( Legal actions and litigation, confidential communications with legal counsel, and personnel matters, pursuant to RSo. 'Sections 610.021(1)and(3). A Motion was made by Victor Gunn, Seconded by Robbie Guard to convene to closed session. Motion passed. 7-0.Ayes: Bowen,Fox, Guard, Gunn, Moore, Rediger,Uzoaru. INVOCATION City Attorney Eric Cunningham PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE CALL TO ORDER The Cape Girardeau City Council convened in regular session on Monday, October 17,2016, at 7.00p.m., with Mayor Harry Rediger presiding and Council Members "Wayne Bowen, Bob Pox, Robbie Guard, Victor Gunn, Shelly Moore,and Joseph Uzoaru present. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA. A Motion was made b Robbie Guard Seconded b Victor Gunn to adopt. y � y P Motion passed. 7-0. Ayes:Bowen,Fox, Guard,Gunn,Moore,Rediger,Uzoaru. PRESENTATIONS Mayor Harry Rediger presented the 2016 Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proclamation to the Safe I-louse for 'Women Director, Jessica hill and Shelter Director Kira Dixon. Jessica Hill spoke;about the efforts of Safe House for Women and fundraising events planned soon. COMMUNICATI ONS/REPORTS Mayor Harry Rediger spoke about Heritage Days that took place September 30 through October 2, 2016. He said that during his visit on the LST, he was given the Bow Door Key from the captain and crew. Mayor Rediger presented the key and plaque to City Manager Scott Meyer. It will l,e; displayed in City Hall. Mayor Harry Rediger said that he had attended the groundbreaking ceremonies for the new Pira. r� Station and for the new Police/Court Facility. He expressed his gratitude to the citizens for their support that made these projects possible. Mayor Harry Rediger said that be participated in the Kick-Off of die 4th Annual Project Homeless Connect held October 7, 2016,. at the Osage Centre. He said over 400 people were served with the help of over 100 volunteers. In addition to having resources for housing needs, providers were on hand related to medical, financial and stressful situation needs. Proceedings of the City Council, City of Cape Girardeau,, Mo. Regular Session October 17, 2016 JJ-442 .....................- .................. ............ Mayor Harry Rediger attended the Pepsi MidAmerica Open House and Ribbon Cutting for its new facility at the City's business park. He said that he was glad the business had the visors of being the anchor of our business park. Mayor Rediger continued that as he travelled LaSalle Avenue, it reminded him of his time serving on the Transportation Trust Fund committee before he was Mayor. He said that the visionary concept of LaSalle which was supported by the committee ledii 16 10 the new developments and jobs in the area. Council Member Wayne Bowen said that he attended Freedom Fest on October 8,2016. The eve t was sponsored by Christ Church of the Heartland, and it honored fire and police personnel first responders. City Manager Scott Meyer and representatives from the City Fire and Poli Departments spoke at the event. Council Member Bowen said that wanted to thank the char publically for having the event. Council Member Robbie Guard said the Red Cross and the City Fire Department will be providin and installing smoke detectors on November 5,2016. Council Member Shelly Moore reminded the audience that Stop Needless Acts of Violence Plea,, (SNAP)holds their regular meeting on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Mayor Harry Rediger recognized a group of Cub Scouts in the audience. Council Member Viet(, Gunn asked the Scout Master to speak about the group. Mindy Sinning introduced the group as - Webelos from Cub Pack 20, which is charted by the Cape Girardeau Evening Optimist Club. T1 group is made up of 4th.and 5th graders, and they meet at Alma Schrader Elementary School. Th' group is working on their Building a Better World elective. They are leaming about governme and their community. The group will be working on a recycling project in the near future. ff members meet the requirements,they will become Boy Scouts in February. City Manager Scott Meyer asked Parks and Recreation Director Julia Thompson to speak abo her and her staffs experience at the National Recreation and Park Association Annual Conferenc Julia Thompson said that since the national conference was held in Saint Louis, more sta, members were able to attend. Staff experienced several great educational sessions, as well learning about products and vendors. She said that her staff appreciated being able to connect wi wi several Parks,and Recreation providers. Parks and Recreation Director Julia Thompson also reported that the Haunted Hall of llorror is its 25th year and is no,,v open. After Halloween, staff will help prepare for Spaghetti Day, a Par Foundation fundraiser, scheduled for November 10, 2010. People or businesses interested i sponsoring Spaghetti Day can contact the Parks and Recreation Department for information. APPEARANCES Susan Layton representing the Industrial Development Authority of the County of Cape(3irardeat appeared in support of the Resolution related to approval of refinancing projects of the IDA for capital projects of St. Francis Medical Center, No other appearances. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of the October 3, 2016, City Council regular session minutes. Proceedings of the City Council, City of Cape Girardeau, Mo. Regular Session October 117, 2016 JJ-443 BILL NO. 16-171, an Ordinance authorizing the issuance of a.Special Tax Bili for properly located at 929 Walnut.Street for the demolition of a dangerous building and for the abatement of nuisance under the provisions of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Cape Girardeau. Second and Third Readings. BILL NO. 16-172, an Ordinance authorizing the issuance of a Special Tax Bill on property located at 10 1.0 HickoryStreet for the demolition of a dangerous building and for the abatement g g n of nuisance under the provisions of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of e Ca irardeau e Cape Girardeau. Second and Third.Readings. BELL NO. 16-173, an Ordinance authorizing the issuance of a Special Tax Bill on property located at 1005 Locust Street for the demolition of a dangerous building and for the abatement of nuisance under therovisions of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 of the Code of Ordinances of the Ci of Ca P P P h' e p Girardeau. Second and Readings, Third� R mgs. BILL NO. 16-174, an Ordinance accepting a Corrected Permanent Stormwater Easement from SEMO Land,L.L.C., for property located in Forest Hills Estates, in the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Second and Third Readings. BILL NO. 16-175, an Ordinance accepting a Special Warranty Deed from.Terry L Priest Living Trust for property located at 725 Independence Street, in the City of Cape Girardeau,Missouri. Second and Third Readings. BILL NO. 16-176, an Ordinance amending Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Cape Girardeau,Missouri,by changing the zoning of property located at 423 North Broadview Street, in the City and County of Cape Girardeau,Missouri from M-2 to C-2. Second and Third Readings. BR,L NO. 16-177, an Ordinance amending Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Cape Girardeau,Missouri; by changing the zoning of property located at the southeast comer of Lexington Avenue and North Sprigg Street, in.the City and County of Cape Girardeau, Missouri from R-1,to R-4 and IAC. Second and.Third Readings. BILL NO. 16-178, an Ordinance granting a Special Use Permit to Stacy Busch-Heisserer, for purposes of constructing, maintaining, and operating a kennel at 20:'19 Cape LaCroix Road, in the City and County of Cape Girardeau, Missouri- Second and Third Readings. BILL NO. 16-181, an.Ordinance approving the record plat of Forest Hills Estates Fifth ,addition.. j Second and Third Readings. BILL NO. 16-170, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, approving refinancing projects of The Industrial Development Authority of the County of Cape kv, Girardeau, Missouri, located in the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Reading and.Passage.. BILL NO. 16-182, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an Agreement with Reinhold Electric, Inc., for the construction of fiber optic ianprovements to serve the neve Police Station/Municipal Court, and Fire Station 4, in the City of Cape Girardeau,Missouri. BILL NO. 16-1.83, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a License and Indemnity i Agreement with Southeast Missouri University Foundation, for installation of conduit and fiber Proceedings of the City Council, City Of Cape Girardeau, Mo. Regular Session October 17,2196 JJ-444 cable along Independence Street,between Pacific Street and Ellis Street, in the City of Cape Girardeau,Missouri.Reading and Passage. BILL NO. 1.6-184, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a.Release of Lien for property located at 1009 South Ellis Street, under the Federal Home Loan Bank Affordable j Housing Grant Program, in the City of Cape Girardeau,Missouri. Reading and Passage. BILL NO. 16-185, a Resolution authorizing,applications to the Transportation Alternatives Program, for Independence Street Sidewalks, and authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary grant program documents. Reading and Passage. BILL NO. 16-186, a Resolution authorizing applications to the'Transportation Alternatives Program, for Cape Rock.Drive Sidewalks, and authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary grant documents.Reading and Passage. BILL NO. 16-187, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an.Escrow Agreement with Baldwin Enterprises,LLC, and First.State Bank and Trust, for Baldwin Village, in the City Cape Girardeau,Missouri. Reading and Passage. BILL NO. 16-189, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an Agreement with Johnson Controls, Inc., for Access Control software. Reading and Passage. Wayne Bowen abstained from 16-183 related to a License and Indemnity Agreement with Southeast Missouri University Foundation for financial reasons, because he is employed by Southeast Missouri State University. Bill No. 16-171 will be Ordinance 4898;Bill No. 16-172 will be Ordinance 4899; Bill No. 16-17 will be Ordinance 4900;Bill No. 16-174 will be Ordinance 4901;Bill.No. 16-175 will be Ordinance 4902; Bill No. 1.6-176 will be Ordinance 4903; Bill No. 16-177 will be Ordinance 4904; Bill No. 16-178 will be Ordinance 4905;Bill No. 16-1.81 will be Ordinance 4906;Bill No.16-170 will be Resolution 30.29;Bill No.16-182 will be Resolution 3030; Bill No.16-183 will be Resolution 3031.;Bill No.16-184 will be Resolution 3032; Bill No.16-185 will be Resolution 3033; Bill No.[6-186 will be Resolution 3034; Bill No.16-187 will be Resolution 3035; and Bill No.16-189 will be Resolution :1036. A Motion,vas made by Victor Gunn, Seconded by Joseph IJzoaru to approve and adapt. Motion passed. 7-0. Ayes: Bowen, Fox, Guard., Gunn, Moore,Redi,ger, 1Jzoaru. NEW ORDINANCES BILL NO. 1.6-188 an Ordinance approving the record plat of Riverview Gardens No. 2. Fir'' pp g Reading. A Motion was made by Joseph Uzoaru, Seconded by Victor Gunn to approve. Motion passed_ 7-0. Ayes: Bowen,Fox, Guard, Gunn, Moore, Rediger,Uzoaru. APP'OTNT AHNTS Appointments to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Proceedings of the City Council, City of Cape Girardeau, leo. Regular Session October 17, 2016 JJ-445 o Tracey Glenn, Angel Hillman, Percy Huston, and Terry Slattery were appointed to the Cape Girardeau Park and Recreation Advisory Board for terms expiring October 13, 2019. A Motion was made by Joseph Uzoaru, Seconded by Robbie Guard to appoint. Motion passed. 7-0.Ayes: Bowen, Pox, Guard, Gunn,Moore, Rediger,Uzoaru. l Appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission Larry .Dowdy, Jeff' Glenn, and Kevin Greaser were appointed to the Planning and Zoning Commission for terms expiring November 1, 2020. A Motion was made by Wayne Bowen, Seconded by Joseph Uzoaru to appoint. Motion passed. 7-0.Ayes: Bowen,Fox, Guard, Gunn,Moore,Rediger,Uzoaru. MEETING ADJOURNMENT A Motion was made by Robbie Guard, Seconded by Victor Gunn to adjourn from regular session and to convene to closed session for personnel issues, pursuant to RSMo. Sections 610.021(3). The regular session ended at 7:25 p.m. Motion passed. 7-0. Ayes. Bowen,Fox,Guard, Gunn, Moore,Rediger,Uzoaru. Rcdige , Mayor I c c f aylor,Depi' Iy city Cleric i rA ,4 d( tIF �, PAAI, Proceedings of the City Council, City of Cape Girardeau, Mo. Regular Session October 17,2016 JJ-446 a THIS PAGE.INTENTIONALLY LENT BLANK.