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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil.Minutes.04-17-2017.RegularProceedingSession s of the City Council, City of Ca,�e Girardeau Mo. Regis ar Ap 1 17, 201 JJ -519 REGULAR SESSION —April 17, 2017 W II INVOCATION Zack Strong Christ Church of the Heartland in Cape Girardeau PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE CALL TO ORDER The Cape Girardeau City Council convened in regular session on Monday, April 17, 2017, at 7:00 p.m., with Mayor Harry Rediger presiding and Council Members Bob Fox, Robbie Guard, and Shelly Moore present. Wayne Bowen, -Victor Gunn,_ and_ Joseph Uzoaru were absent. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA A Motion was made by Robbie Guard, Seconded by Bob Fox to approve and adopt. Motion passed. 4-0. Ayes: Fox, Guard, Moore, Rediger. Absent: Bowen, Gunn, Uzoaru. PRESENTATIONS Marla Mills, Executive Director Old Town Cape (OTC), introduced herself and Dave Hutson, Chairman of the Downtown Cape Girardeau Community Improvement District (DCGCID), and she noted that other DCGCID Board Members were in the audience also. Ms. Mills stated that OTC had been contracted by DCGCID to provide administrative services to the Board. The upcoming proposed budget was transmitted to the Council a few weeks ago. A document, "Downtown Cape Girardeau Community Improvement District Service Delivery Update," was distributed to Council. It listed expenditures grouped into the Board's initial focus areas, including, Clean & Attractive, Safe, and Vibrant. Mayor Harry Rediger asked about the litter pick-up service. Ms. Mills replied that Cornerstone Facility Management uses a small machine that picks up litter early Saturday and Monday. Council Member Robbie Guard asked how the downtown businesses have received the services provided by the CID. Mills stated that the pedestrian Police patrol has been popular and appreciated by the businesses. The additional promotion of the District has also been popular. Council Member Bob Fox asked about the impact on businesses during the Main Street improvement project. Ms. Mills said that it has affected their businesses while the street block is closed, but the businesses are optimistic of the positive impact after the project is completed. Dave Hutson commented that the DCGCID Board is pleased with the work OTC has done for the DCGCID. COMIVIUNICATIONS/REPORTS Council Member Bob Fox announced that Saturday, April 22, 2017, is the annual Friends of the Parks Day. Participant are encouraged to preregistration and enjoy a small lunch following the activities. Proceedings of the City Council, City of Cape Girardeau, Mo. Regular Session April 17, 2017 JJ -520 Council Member Bob Fox announced that a preview fundraising event for the new indoor sports complex, called "Ties and Tennies" is scheduled for May 4, 2017. The cost is $20 per person. Saturday, May 6, will be the public grand opening. Mayor Harry Rediger said that he attended the dedication of Jim Drury Way, which is a new entry street adjacent to the Sportsplex. City Manager Scott Meyer said the Capaha Ball Field Ribbon Cutting is Saturday, April 29, prior to the 2:00 game. The renovation, including turf on the ballfield, was a partnership with Southeast Missouri State University and the City. City Manager Scott Meyer said the City received new fire apparatus this past week. City Manager Scott Meyer recognized Kevin Priester, Alliance Water Systems Manager, _for receiving the American Water Works Association Silver Water Drop Award and Donald R. Boyd Water Utility Manager Award. He also noted that Public Works Director Steve Cook and Wastewater Treatment Operator Todd Fulton were inducted into the Select Society of Sanitary Sludge Shovelers. These, and all the awards that City staff receive speak, to their dedication to their profession and to the City. Mayor Harry Rediger reminded the City Council that the Council Retreat will be April 21, 2017 at the Chamber of Commerce. PUBLIC HEARINGS A public hearing to consider a request to rezone property at 201, 205, 207, 209, 211, 213, and 215 South Kingshighway from C-2 (Highway Commercial) to PD (Planned Development) and for approval of the application and Preliminary Development Plan for a proposed commercial development. Mayor Rediger opened the hearing for discussion. Scott Rhodes, the applicant appeared, and he said that his real estate attorney Nancy Browne, and professional engineer Chris Koehler, were also present to answer any questions. There being no .other appearances, the Public Hearing was closed. BILL NO. 17-54, 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 201, 205, 207, 209, 211, 213, and 215 South Kingshighway, in the City and County of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, from C-2 to PD, and approving the Preliminary Development Plan for a proposed commercial development. First Reading. A Motion was made by Robbie Guard, Seconded by Bob Fox to approve. Motion passed. 4-0. Ayes: Fox, Guard, Moore, Rediger. Absent: Bowen, Gunn, Uzoaru. F\' - � i"00"i Quinn Strong appeared in opposition to Bill No. 17-52. He said he understood that there were some concerns about the use of shipping containers. He presented information in response to a number of the concerns. Richard Hinks appeared in opposition to Bill No. 17-52. He refused to provide his address. Proceedin s of the Cit Council, Citi. pf a e Girardeau Mo- 12egurar y Apf-i117, Ol 7 -521 Session Boyce Church appeared in opposition to Bill No. 17-52. BILL NO. 17-52, an Ordinance amending Chapter 7 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, by imposing a ninety day moratorium on the issuance of building permits for construction projects using shipping containers as building materials. First, Second, and Third Readings. Mayor Harry Rediger noted that the moratorium does not include the project located at Washington and Middle. City Manager Scott Meyer confirmed that the moratorium does not include building permit applications received on or before April 7, 2017. Bill No. 17-52 will be Ordinance 4954. A Motion was made by Robbie Guard, Seconded by Bob Fox to approve by roll call. Motion passed. 4-0. Ayes: Fox, Guard, Moore, Rediger. Absent: Bowen, Gunn, Uzoaru. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of the April 3, 2017, City Council regular session and closed session minutes. BILL NO. 17-41, an Ordinance renaming North Church Street to Northchurch Street, in the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Second and Third Readings. BILL NO. 17-43, an Ordinance annexing unincorporated land into the city limits of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, located at 484 Limbaugh Lane, upon the request of Thomas Drew Fitzgerald and Barbara Ann Fitzgerald. Second and Third Readings. BILL NO. 17-45, an Ordinance amending Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, by zoning property located at 484 Limbaugh Lane, in the City and County of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, as R- 1, Single Family Suburban Residential District. Second and Third Readings. BILL NO. 17-44, an Ordinance extending the boundaries of Ward 4 to include property newly annexed into the city limits of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Second and Third Readings. BILL NO. 17-51, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a License and Indemnity Agreement with HMHP, L.L.C., to place a fence on Right of Way located at 505 Aquamsi Street, in the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Reading and Passage. Bill No. 17-41 will be Ordinance 4955; Bill No. 17-43 will be Ordinance 4956; Bill No. 17-45 will be Ordinance 4957; Bill No. 17-44 will be Ordinance 4958; and Bill No.17-51 will be Resolution 3068. A Motion was made by Robbie Guard, Seconded by Bob Fox to approve and adopt. Motion passed. 4-0. Ayes: Fox, Guard, Moore, Rediger. Absent: Bowen, Gunn, Uzoaru. Proceedings of Regular the City Council, City of Cape Girardeau, Mo. Session April 17, 2017 JJ -522 BILL NO. 17-46, an Ordinance accepting a permanent sanitary sewer easement from South K, Inc., for the Dollar Tree Project located at 201 South Kingshighway, in the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. First Reading. A Motion was made by Robbie Guard, Seconded by Shelly Moore to approve. Motion passed. 4-0. Ayes: Fox, Guard, Moore, Rediger. Absent: Bowen, Gunn, Uzoaru. BILL NO. 17-47, an Ordinance amending Schedule A of Section 26-228 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, by establishing the speed limit along and in the Independence Street, Gordonville Road, and East Rodney Drive Roundabout. First Reading. A Motion was made by Robbie Guard, Seconded by Bob Fox to approve. Motion passed. 4-0. Ayes: Fox, Guard, Moore, Rediger. Absent: Bowen, Gunn, Uzoaru. BILL NO. 17-48, an Ordinance amending Schedule C of Section 26-121 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, by repealing stop signs at the intersections of Independence Street, Gordonville Road, and East Rodney Drive. First Reading. A Motion was made by Robbie Guard, Seconded by Shelly Moore to approve. Motion passed. 4-0. Ayes: Fox, Guard, Moore, Rediger. Absent: Bowen, Gunn, Uzoaru. BILL NO. 17-49, an Ordinance amending Schedule K of Section 26-121 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, by establishing yield signs at the Independence Street, Gordonville Road, and East Rodney Drive roundabout. First Reading. A Motion was made by Robbie Guard, Seconded by Bob Fox to approve. Motion passed. 4-0. Ayes: Fox, Guard, Moore, Rediger. Absent: Bowen, Gunn, Uzoaru. BILL NO. 17-53, an Ordinance amending Schedule 7 of Section 26-135 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, by establishing a one-way street in the Independence Street, Gordonville Road, and East Rodney Drive roundabout. First Reading. A Motion was made by Shelly Moore, Seconded by Robbie Guard to approve. Motion passed. 4-0. Ayes: Fox, Guard, Moore, Rediger. Absent: Bowen, Gunn, Uzoaru. BILL NO. 17-50, an Ordinance amending Schedule G of Section 26-249 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, by amending two-hour parking along a portion of Fountain Street. First Reading. A Motion was made by Robbie Guard, Seconded by Shelly Moore to approve. Motion passed. 4-0. Ayes: Fox, Guard, Moore, Rediger. Absent: Bowen, Gunn, Uzoaru. W ProceVin s of the City Council, Ci% of gape Girardeau Mo. e r A 1117, O1 Jj-523 Session APPOINTMENTS Appointments to the Airport Advisory Board Joe Hobbs was appointed for a term expiring April 30, 2018. Mark Welker and Brian Ozark were reappointed for terms expiring April 30, 2020. Jeff Brune was appointed for a term expiring April 30, 2020. A Motion was made by Robbie Guard, Seconded by Shelly Moore to appoint. Motion passed. 4-0. Ayes: Fox, Guard, Moore, Rediger. Absent: Bowen, Gunn, Uzoaru. Appointment to the Board of Adjustment William Whitlock was reappointed for a term expiring March 6, 2022. A Motion was made by Robbie Guard, Seconded by Bob Fox to appoint. Motion passed. 4-0. Ayes: Fox, Guard, Moore, Rediger. Absent: Bowen, Gunn, Uzoam. MEETING ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting ended at 7:40 p.m. A Motion was made by Robbie Guard, Seconded by Shelly Moore to adjourn. Motion passed. 4-0. Ayes: Fox, Guard, Moore, Rediger. Absent: Bowen, Gunn, Uzoaru. �- --- --- h - /"' � " '-' �Cejtaylcr, De City Clerk Harry E. Rediger, Mayor Proceedings of the City Council, City of Cape Girardeau, Mo. Regular Session April 17, 2017 JJ -524 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK.