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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil.Minutes.01-09-2017.Regular Proceepiinas of the City Council, C.�ilrc4c9A GirardeaL M9. Session REGULAR SESSION—January 9,2017 0 CLOSED SESSION w Legal actions and litigation,confidential communications with legal counsel, property transactions, and personnel matters,pursuant to RSMo. Sections 610.021(1), (2),and(3). A Motion was made by Victor Gunn, Seconded by Robbie Guard to convene to closed session. Motion passed. 6-0. Ayes:Bowen,Fox, Guard,Gunn,Moore,Rediger. Absent: Uzoaru. INVOCATION Pastor Phil Roop of Bethel Assembly of God in Cape Girardeau PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE CALL TO ORDER The Cape Girardeau City Council convened in regular session on Monday,January 9,2017, at 7:00 p.m., with Mayor Harry Rediger presiding and Council Members Wayne Bowen, Bob Fox, Robbie Guard,Victor Gunn, and Shelly Moore present. Joseph Uzoaru was absent. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A Motion was made by Victor Gunn, Seconded by Robbie Guard to adopt Motion passed. 6-0. Ayes: Bowen,Fox,Guard, Gunn, Moore, Rediger. Absent: Uzoaru. COMMUNICATIONS/REPORTS Mayor Harry Rediger spoke about the late General Seth McKee and the memorial proclamation presented to the General's family Mayor Harry Rediger said that he attended the City employee service awards ceremony which recognized employees with 25, 30, 35, and 40 years of service. He listed each employee's name, department, and the length of service. Mayor Rediger commented that in addition to serving the citizens,they are leaders for the younger employees. Mayor Harry Rediger mentioned that the engineering division will be holding a stakeholders meeting for the Main Street project on January 19 Mayor Harry Rediger highlighted a Southeast Missourian story about the Police Department fund raising efforts. He commented that if anyone wanted to contribute, they should contact the Police Department about making a donation through the community foundation. Council Member Wayne Bowen encouraged everyone to participate in the Martin Luther King Jr. Day events scheduled in the community. City Manager Scott Meyer also commented on the employee service awards, the important role that their family plays, and the stress that those family members endure as the employees respond to difficult circumstances. Proceedings of the City Council, City of Cape Girardeau, Mo. Regular Session January 9, 2017 JJ-480 City Manager Scott Meyer said the recent Health Expo had a good turnout this year. City Manager Scott Meyer reminded the audience that several City offices will be closed Monday w for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and that the solid waste pickup will also be affected. City Manager Scott Meyer noted that the CIP draft memo is in the agenda packet, and staff anticipates holding a CIP discussion at the next study session. APPEARANCES Jeff Heise, Chairperson to the Board of Examiners, appeared in opposition of the proposed Ordinance to repeal the Board of Examiners. He said that the Board seats are all filled. He said that the Board reviews the qualifications of building trade license applicants. He asked the Council to keep the Board of Examiners. Council Member Wayne Bowen asked if the Board had rejected any applications. Mr. Heise said that he recalled an applicant that applied for one license, but he was actually qualified for another license instead. Mayor Harry Rediger said the all the Boards and Commissions are valued for their service. Fred Barnhart, a property owner and a licensed contractor, appeared in opposition of the proposed Ordinance to repeal the Board of Examiners. He said that the Board of Examiners reviews peers in - their professions. He asked Council to utilize the expertise of the members from the Board of Examiners. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of the December 19, 2016,City Council regular session minutes. BILL NO. 16-219, an Ordinance renaming Wigwam Lane to Walden Boulevard, in the City of Cape Girardeau,Missouri. Second and Third Readings. BILL NO. 17-02, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an Agreement with Crawford, Murphy, and Tilly, Inc., for Design and Bidding Phase services for the Runway 2-20 Partial Overlay and Rehabilitation at the Cape Girardeau Regional Airport. Reading and Passage. BILL NO. 17-03, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an Escrow Agreement with Meyr Properties, L.P., and Montgomery Bank, N.A., for Rock Gardens, in the City of Cape ' Girardeau, Missouri. Reading and Passage. BILL NO. 17-04, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an Escrow Agreement with Meyr Properties, L.P., and Montgomery Bank, N.A., for LILMAC East, in the City of Cape Girardeau,Missouri. Reading and Passage. BILL NO. 17-06, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a License and Indemnity Agreement with Marquette Tech District Foundation, Inc., for installation of communication conduit and fiber optic cable on Main Street, in the City of Cape Girardeau,Missouri. Reading and - Passage. BILL NO. 17-08, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendments Number 7 and Number 8 to the General Services Agreement with Jacobs Engineering Group,Inc., for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Project, in the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Reading and Passage. Proceedings of the City Council, City of Cape Girardeau Mo. ReguMr Session January 9, 2(117 J.1-481 Accept the Demolition of the 2MG Gordonville Tank No. 1 and Authorize Final Payment to Iseler Demolition Inc. $ Accept the Improvements and Authorize Final Payment to Nip Kelley Equipment Co., Inc., for the 2016 Sidewalk Gap Program, in the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Accept Improvements and Authorize Final Payment to ASA Asphalt, Inc., for the 2016 Asphalt Overlay Program. Acceptance of Improvements and Authorization of Final Payment to Nip Kelley Equipment Company, Inc., for the Whitener Street Box Culvert Acceptance of a portion of the public improvements to serve Shadow Wood Villas-Phase 1 Approval of two Partial Releases of Escrow Agreements for Shadow Wood Villas. Acceptance of sidewalk improvements along Old Sprigg Street to serve Redhawk Commons. Approval of a Release of Escrow Agreement for Redhawk Commons Phase 2. Council Member Robbie Guard abstained from items 14 and 15 for financial reasons, because he is employed by MRV Banks. BILL No. 16-219 will be Ordinance 4929; BILL No. 17-02 will be Resolution 3051; BILL No. 17-03 will be Resolution 3052; BILL No. 17-04 will be Resolution 3053; BILL No. 17-06 will be Resolution 3054; and BILL No. 17-08 will be Resolution 3055. A Motion was made by Bob Fox, Seconded by Robbie Guard to approve and adopt Motion passed. 6-0.Ayes: Bowen,Fox, Guard,Gunn,Moore,Rediger.Absent Uzoaru. NEW ORDINANCES BILL NO. 17-01, an Ordinance amending Chapter 2 and Chapter 15 of the City Code by repealing the Board of Examiners, and enacting new Sections 15-426 and 15-427 regarding processing of applications. First Reading. Council Member Bob Fox asked why the item is being considered. City Manager Scott Meyer stated that staff had brought the questions two times in the past because the City had not received applications from qualified candidates. Additionally, while researching the matter, staff found that several communities have the application review as a staff function. Mr. Meyer asked Deputy City Manager Molly Hood for additional comment Ms. Hood said in addition to Mr Meyer's comments, staff already reviews all the applications before presenting to the Board in order to eliminate unnecessary meetings involving unqnalified candidates. Because of this, staff is already reviewing the applicants' qualifications, and it seems redundant to have the Board review them also. Council Member Robbie Guard stated that he was concerned about liability, if an applicant was qualified to take the exam but the Board denied the applicant that opportunity. Council Member Victor Gunn confirmed that only four meetings were held last year. City Manager Scott Meyer noted that the review process is open, and it will remain an open process if it becomes a staff process. Mr. Gunn asked about the number of applications reviewed in the past year. Ms. Hood responded that there were 26 applications for 2016. Council Member Wayne Bowen said that he was mindful of staff time, and he noted that from past communications, it seems that elimination of this Board actually saves staff time. He added that if the Board of Examiners is eliminated, he encourages the members to apply for other City advisory boards that can utilize their expertise, such as the Board of Appeals or the Historical Preservation Commission. Proceedings of the City Council, City of Cape Girardeau, Mo. Regular Session January 9, 2017 JJ-482 A Motion was made by Wayne Bowen, Seconded by Robbie Guard to approve. Motion passed. 6-0.Ayes:Bowen,Fox, Guard,Gunn,Moore,Rediger. Absent: Uzoaru. BILL NO. 17-05, an Ordinance vacating a portion of unimproved Sunset Blvd right-of-way, running North from Merriwether Street right-of-way, in the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. First Reading. . A Motion was made by Robbie Guard, Seconded by Bob Fox to approve. Motion passed. 6-0. Ayes: Bowen,Fox,Guard,Gunn,Moore,Rediger.Absent: Uzoaru. BILL NO. 17-07, an Ordinance approving the record plat of LILMAC East Subdivision. First Reading. A Motion was made by Robbie Guard, Seconded by Bob Fox to approve. Motion passed. 6-0 Ayes: Bowen,Fox, Guard,Gunn,Moore,Rediger.Absent: Uzoaru. APPOINTMENTS Appointments to the Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Board. Council Member Wayne Bowen noted the qualifications of Quantella Nota. Mayor Harry Rediger said that all the applicants prossessed great qualifications. He noted that during study session, Mark Dirnberger was discussed for the one year term. Quantella Noto was appointed for a term expiring December 31,2017. City Manager was appointed for a term expiring December 31, 2018. Joel Neikirk was appointed for a term expiring December 31, 2019. A Motion was made by Wayne Bowen, Seconded by Bob Fox to appoint by roll call. Motion passed by rol call. 4-2. Ayes: Bowen, Fox,Gunn,Moore.Nays: Guard, Rediger Absent: Uzoaru. MEETING ADJOURNMENT There being no further business,the meeting ended at 7:30 p.m. A Motion was made by Victor Gunn, Seconded by Robbie Guard to adjourn. Motion passed. 6-0. Ayes:Bowen,Fox, Guard,Gunn,M e,Rediger. Absent: �Uzoaru. � edige ;Mayor i 1' 6 i1RAIi \ Bruce Taylor.%e. ty City Clerk -1 "-; m F\ �Ln 1, g: TUE UNI .1-'