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REGULAR SESSION — JUNE 17, 2013
CLOSED SESSION
A Closed Session was not held.
INVOCATION
Fr. Dave Hulshof, St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CALL TO ORDER
The Cape Girardeau City Council convened in regular session on Monday, June 17, 2013, at 7:00
p.m. with Mayor Rediger presiding and Council Members Wayne Bowen, Meg Davis, Mark
Lanzotti, Loretta Schneider, Trent Summers, and John Voss present.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
Motion to remove BILL NO. 13-83, a Resolution to execute a Normal Hill Water Tank Property
Lease Agreement with Southeast Missouri State University, from the Agenda, and adopt as
amended.
A Motion was made by John Voss, Seconded by Mark Lanzotti to approve as amended.
Motion passed. 7-0. Aye: Bowen, Davis, Lanzotti, Rediger, Schneider, Summers, Voss.
PRESENTATIONS
Ms. Murielle Gaither appeared on behalf of the Arts Council of Southeast Missouri and announced
their 13`h annual Children's Art Festival was held in February. Over 200 students from over 20
schools participated. One student from each of nine schools in the community will lend their art to
the City. Four students were present at the meeting to present their work: Audrie Seabaugh
presented "The Meadow"; Austin Kim presented "Golden Gate Bridge"; Abigail Green presented
"Turquoise Universe"; and Aubrey Benthal presented "Magic Meadows". Not present were Jordan
Goodson, lending "Mosaic Turtle"; Ryleigh Eranheart, lending "Untitled"; Jasilyn Love, lending
"The Colorful Widow"; Lindsey Cleek, lending "Bubble-ina"; and Emily Spinner, lending "Art
Pazini".
COMMUNICATIONS/REPORTS
The Mayor announced that last Wednesday, he presented a Proclamation to Dr. Dan Cotner
recognizing him for his 74`h year with the Cape Girardeau Municipal Band and he honored him as
"Cape Girardeau's Own River City Music Man."
Mayor Rediger said that Tuesday, June 25`h, the Great Race will be coming to Downtown Cape.
Over 90 cars will be stopping overnight in Cape Girardeau starting at 5:00 p.m. Classic cars in the
Great Race range from 1913 to 1960's. The race starts in St. Paul, Minnesota and finishes in
Mobile, Alabama.
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Mr. Bowen thanked Parks and Recreation Department Director Ms. Julia Thompson for giving
him a tour of her department, and he commended the Parks Department's business practices of
covering the expenses of their programs.
City Manager Scott Meyer said that during the rain today, the Police and Fire Departments
responded to eleven 9-1-1 calls, observed 22 vehicles in water, assisted 10 people out of vehicles,
and performed one rescue out of a flooded vehicle. The Public Works Department also spent a lot
of time on Sprigg Street dealing with flooding issues.
Airport Manager Bruce Loy announced that the Cape Girardeau Regional Air Festival will be June
28`h and 29`h, with the Friday night show beginning at 6:30, and the Saturday show starting at
noon.
Mr. Meyer said that the City will be honoring Veterans with a 4`h of July Fireworks Show at the
Arena Building. Ms. Thompson said that the recipient of the Spirit of America Award will be
announced at 9:15 p.m. by the Southeast Missourian, and the fireworks display will begin shortly
thereafter.
APPEARANCES
Mr. Don Howard, 1100 Ranney Avenue, appeared regarding sewer and trash rates. The Council is
considering raising the trash fee $.85 and lowering the sewer fee $1.00, and he is opposed to the
Council doing this. The City needs to find a way to lower the total utility bill more than $.15 per
month. The trash trucks are wearing out because of the way they drive the trucks. He said that
there are many houses that have too many people living in them and putting out too much trash,
and the City is collecting it.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of the June 3, 2013, City Council regular and closed sessions meeting minutes.
BILL NO. 13-74, an Ordinance accepting permanent waterline easements for property located at
3105 and 3109 Vail Drive, in the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Second and Third Readings.
BILL NO. 13-78, an Ordinance amending Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Cape Girardeau, Missouri, by rezoning the property located along Autumn Leaf Drive, in the City
and County of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, from G2 to R-3. Second and Third Readings.
BILL NO. 13-79, an Ordinance authorizing the acquisition of temporary construction easements
for the Kingsway Sidewalk Project, in the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Second and Third
Readings.
BILL NO. 13-84, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with Nip
Kelley Equipment Co., Inc. for the William-Aquamsi-Main Intersection Improvements, in the City
of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Reading and Passage.
BILL NO. 13-88, a Resolution authorizing City Manager to execute a contract with Zoellner
Construction Company, Inc. for the Big Bend Road Slope Protection project. Reading and
Passage.
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Accept improvements and authorize final payment to Kiefner Brothers, Inc. for the City Hall Brick
Renovation.
BILL NO. 13-74 will be ORDINANCE NO. 4466; BILL NO. 13-78 will be ORDINANCE NO.
4467; BILL NO. 13-79 will be ORDINANCE NO. 4468; BILL NO. 13-84 will be RESOLUTION
NO. 2765; and BILL NO. 13-88 will be RESOLUTION NO. 2766.
A Motion was made by John Voss, Seconded by Loretta Schneider to approve and adopt.
Motion passed. 7-0. Aye: Bowen, Davis, Lanzotti, Rediger, Schneider, Summers, Voss.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
BILL NO. 13-81, an Ordinance establishing utility rates for the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri,
by amending Section 29-63(b) of the City Code relating to sewer service charges. Second and
Third Readings.
BILL NO. 13-81 will be ORDINANCE NO. 4469.
Mr. Voss recognized City staff for continuing to bring the sewer costs in under budget and
completing the operating cost assessment.
A Motion was made by John Voss, Seconded by Loretta Shneider to approve and adopt.
Motion passed. 7-0. Aye: Bowen, Davis, Lanzotti, Rediger, Schneider, Summers, Voss.
BILL NO. 13-85, an Ordinance establishing utility rates for the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri,
by amending Chapter 22 relating to solid waste fees; effective for bills issued after July 1, 2013.
First, Second and Third Readings.
BILL NO. 13-85 will be ORDINANCE NO. 4470.
Motion to Amend to replace the revenue that would be obtained from a fee increase, with money
from the early casino revenues over and above the projected amount from the innovation funds. If
the increase is needed to cover costs due to the City's investment in an innovative project for
residential solid waste pickup, it would be appropriate to use these funds.
A Motion was made by Trent Summers, Seconded by Meg Davis to amend.
Motion to Amend the proposed Amendment to defer the assessment of the increased residential
solid waste fees by three months, and pay that amount from the casino revenue fund, as stated in
Mr. Summers' Amending Motion.
A Motion was made by Wayne Bowen, Seconded by Trent Summers to amend the proposed
amendment.
Mr. Lanzotti expressed opposition, and said that he does not feel the City should use casino money
for reoccurring expenses. Mr. Voss also spoke in opposition to the Amending Motion. Mrs.
Schneider said that she does not feel the City should use casino funds for operating expenses.
Motion to Amend the proposed Amendment failed by Roll Call Vote. 4-3. Aye: Bowen, Davis,
Summers. Nay: Lanzotti,Rediger, Schneider, Voss.
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Motion to Amend the Ordinance failed by Roll Call Vote. 4-3. Aye: Bowen, Davis, Summers.
Nay: Lanzotti, Rediger, Schneider, Voss.
Mayor Rediger stated that the original motion to approve the Ordinance as an emergency measure
will require five affirmative votes to be approved. The Council discussed options of reducing solid
waste services and increasing fees for special pickup service. City Attorney Eric Cunningham
stated that the City Charter requires that an increase of greater than five percent in the solid waste
collection fee must be approved by a vote of the people.
Mr. Summers suggested an amending motion to increase the solid waste fee above 5% so residents
could vote on the fee. Mr. Cunningham stated that this amendment is not in order at this time, but
the Council can direct City staff to prepare an Ordinance.
Mr. Bowen requested that in future years the Council be given more than three days to review the
proposed budget and any proposed fee increases before voting.
A Motion was made by John Voss, Seconded by Mark Lanzotti to approve and adopt.
Motion to approve the emergency measure approved by Roll Call Vote. 5-2. Aye: Bowen,
Lanzotti, Rediger, Schneider, Voss. Nay: Davis, Summers.
BILL NO. 13-80, an Ordinance adopting the annual operating budget for the City of Cape
Girardeau, Missouri, for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013. Second and Third Readings.
BILL NO. 13-80 will be ORDINANCE NO. 4471.
A Motion was made by John Voss, Seconded by Loretta Schneider to aprove and adopt.
Motion passed. 7-0. Aye: Bowen, Davis, Lanzotti, Rediger, Schneider, Summers, Voss.
NEW ORDINANCES
BILL NO. 13-87, an Ordinance approving the record plat of Cape West 14th Subdivision. First
Reading.
A Motion was made by Loretta Schnei&r, Seconded by Meg Davis to approve.
Motion passed. 7-0. Aye: Bowen, Davis, Lanzotti, Rediger, Schneider, Summers, Voss.
BILL NO. 13-86, an Ordinance approving the record plat of Joan Gohn Subdivision. First
Reading.
A Motion was made by Loretta Schnei&r, Seconded by Wayne Bowen to approve.
Motion passed. 7-0. Aye: Bowen, Davis, Lanzotti, Rediger, Schneider, Summers, Voss.
APPOINTMENTS
Appointments to the Girardeau Goes Green Advisory Board
Mr. Sam Blackwell and Mr. Glen Williams were reappointed, and Mr. Brian Noto was appointed
to a regular full membership for terms expiring July 1, 2016. Mr. Chris Wubbena was appointed as
a non-voting ex -officio member with special expertise for a term expiring July 15, 2015.
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A Motion was made by Trent Summers, S�conded by Wayne Bowen to appoint.
Motion passed. 7-0. Aye: Bowen, Davis, Lanzotti, Rediger, Schneider, Summers, Voss.
Appointment to the Special Business District Advisory Commission
Mr. Chuck McGinty was reappointed for a term expiring June 30, 2016, upon finding of special
expertise by the City Council.
A Motion was made by Loretta Schneider, Seconded by Meg Davis to appoint.
Motion passed. 7-0. Aye: Bowen, Davis, Lanzotti, Rediger, Schneider, Summers, Voss.
Appointments to the Public Library Board d' Directors
Ms. Angel Hillman, Mrs. Fran Austin, and Mr. Kevin Greaser were reappointed for terms expiring
June 30, 2016.
A Motion was made by John Voss, Seconded by Loretta Schneider to appoint.
Motion passed. 7-0. Aye: Bowen, Davis, Lanzotti, Rediger,Schneider, Summers, Voss.
MEETING ADJOURNMENT
A Motion was made by Mark Lanzotti, Seconded by John Voss to adjourn.
Motion passed. 7-0. Aye: Bowen, Davis, Lanzotti, Rediger, Schneider, Summers, Voss.
arty E. XediX, Mayor
&L 'Y —
Gayle 0 Conrad, City Clerk
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