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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-07-16Minutes of Regular Meeting of Boazd of Aldermen of City of Riverside, Missouri July 16, 2002 A regulaz meeting of the Board of Aldermen of the City of Riverside, Missouri was held in the City Hall of Riverside, Missouri on July 16, 2002 at 7:30 p.m. Those in attendance were Mayor Betty Burch, Aldermen Burns, Beazd, Looker, Darata, and Flaws. Alderman Legaard, absent. Also present were David Blackburn, City Administrator, Louise Rusick, City Clerk, John Jackson, City Engineer, Wylie Simpson, Director of Public Safety and Matt Kitzi, City Attorneys office. Introduction of new Mayor Burch introduced [he new General Manager for Argosy, Gary Johnson Argosy, General and Arnold Block from Alton, Il. Terry Schneider, Acting Manager was Manager also present. Tim Rice, Sr. Vice President Blue Ridge Bank & Trust Co. spoke regarding the arrangement entered into with Ed and Kathi Rule, property owners at 4523 NW Gateway, a temporary location of a bank in a temporary building for a period of time. This will be a full service bank including two (2) drive up lanes and an ATM machine. They plan to be open for business ninety (90) days after the building is set up. The seven (7) acres is the future site for a proposed retail office development when plans aze completed. The bank will then move to a new site with a permanent building. WRS Architects is working on the plans for future businesses for the acreage behind the Corner CafB. The businesses that will go in will be whatever the mazket dictates. Alderman Burris asked if the bank would like the one in the pictures handed out to the board and Mayor. Tim said this is as near as they could get until they meet with Ed and Kathi on designing, fascia, etc. The foundation will be permanent with landscaping. Traffic direction will be provided. Alderman Beard asked if the temporary construction would interfere with the permanent construction on NW Gateway. Homer Williams said, "No". Alderman Looker asked if the bank would have full service facility officers and would that be a commitment. Tim Rice said, "Yes". Alderman Darata asked how long they planned to be at the location and Tim said approximately two (2) years, as Ed and Kathi are working on their future plans. Building Permit for Aldermen Dazata moved to approve a building permit for a temporazy Blue Ridge Bank constructed 3,000 square foot building by the Sun Corporation to house the Approved Blue Ridge Bank and Trust Co. at 4523 NW Gateway, seconded by Alderman Burris, the vote was: Alderman Burris, Flaws, Darata, Beard and Looker. Absent: Alderman Legaard. 1' Motion carries. Jim Trimble, Jim Trimble, Gate Woods Development, L.L.C. said he had just found out the representing city decided to use the old drainage lines for the Gateway reconstruction, thus Gate Woods Develop- eliminating the drainage on the Gate Woods property. Jim said Gate Woods is ment, speaks in total agreement to give the easement (no money to be paid). He said he did not understand why this was decided as this was just a question where the dis- chazge was going to go. He distributed a map to the Mayor and board showing the original design and the latest with the board's decision for the line. He said if the city plans to use the old metal pipe and it needs repair later, it would be very costly. Anew pipe would be five (5) feet deep and have a longer life. He stated the only dispute was where the discharge was going to go, not the easement. John Jackson, City Engineer said the only difference was Gate woods gave an indication they expected 300' of reinforced concrete pipe and install area drains instead of outlet basin and one small junction box. Jim said Gate Woods is willing to sign two (2) easements, a temporazy construction easement and permanent drainage easement. Jim asked about the replat he's been waiting to be signed by the city. He was told the wait was for the original copy of the legal description for the additional road right of way dedicated to the city. Sandi Schmude mentioned the comment made "Money was being asked for the easement.." She wanted to know where this came from, as she stated they never mentioned asking for any money for the easement. City Administrator David mentioned the storm water drainage problems. He provided the Mayor and board with a map showing the areas of the problem drainage in Indian Hills. He presented the Mayor and boazd with Shafer, Kline & Warren, Inc. proposals for the azeas on the map. Lots 21,22, 23 and 49 need to be inspected and determined what needs to be done as the drainage is being directed into neighbors yazds. Phil Snowden would like to name the street Phil Snowden Ave. where the business Star Meds is located. Argosy Parkway will be the mailing address. Chief Simpson said there should not be a problem with the 911 system with this street name. Star Meds will maintain this as a private street. John Jackson's Reports John said the culverts are set and partially back filled and ready for wing walls and rip rap on 50`h Street. The mesh fibre for culvert footings worked like Terracon said they would. He has received the design from the water company for the extension of the water line from Gate Woods. Banderas Construction is working on the estimate and will put the sleeve in up the hill. The water line will be ran to the end of the street and fire hydrants will be installed. High Drive at Brenner's Ridge is fully paved with curbs and gutters in. All the lots are sold accept for two. John said he checked the drainage and the solid asphalt construction, especially on the cul de sac. The curb and gutter is set on a good foundation. 2 John said he had talked to several people at other cities and none had done road maintenance bonds before. Recommendation Alderman Dazata moved to approve a $500,000 road maintenance bond for for ESI road main- ESI's (Environmental Specialists, Inc.) hauling permit for dirt for the levee, tenance bond seconded by Alderman Burris, the vote was: Approved Aye: Aldermen Flaws, Beazd, Darata, Looker and Burns Absent: Alderman Legaazd. Motion carries. Gary Lilly's comment Gary Lilly would appreciate coming up the street with the water line. The question was asked if the direction of the drainage pipe was going to be changed and anymore pipe added, Jim's answer was "No", the alignment is to fit the ditch that is there now. Chief Simpson's Chief said they felt fortunate they made it through another 4'h of July safely. comments There were zero casualty reports. He wished to remind everyone and invite the council to National Night Out the first Tuesday in August. This will be the tenth annual National Night Out, that promotes a safe and crime free environment for cities. The event will be from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Mayor's comments Mayor Burch mentioned the bulky items pick up. The resident is to call Deffenbaugh when they items to be picked up. She stated there isn't enough participation for recycling. Municipal Court Alderman Beard moved to approve the Municipal Court Report for June, Approved seconded by Alderman Flaws, the vote was: Alderman Burris, Flaws, Darata, Beard and Looker. Absent: Alderman Legaard. Motion carries. Bill No. 2002-78 Alderman Darata moved to place Bill No. 2002-78 on its first reading, Payment of Bills said Bill authorizing the payment of certain indebtedness listed therein, seconded by Alderman Beard, the vote was: Ordinance No. Alderman Beazd moved to place Bill No. 2002-78 on its second reading 2002-78 and upon passage of same, become Ordinance No. 2002-78 seconded by Alderman Approved Dazata the vote was: Aye: Aldermen Flaws, Darata, Beard, Bums and Looker. Absent: Alderman Legaard. Motion carries. 3 T Bill No. 2002-79 Alderman Beard moved to place Bill No. 2002-79 on its first reading, said Bill Increase Employee, authorizing the City of Riverside, Mo to increase employee, Christopher Christopher Brenner's Brenner's salary to $20,800 annually to be effective July 2, 2002, seconded by salary Alderman Darata, the vote was: Aye: Alderman Darata, Beard, Burris and Looker. Absent: Alderman Legaard. Motion carries. Bill No. 2002-80 Alderman Flaws moved to place Bill No. 2002-80 on its first reading, said Bill Ratifying the appoint- ratifying the appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission for the re- ments of certain persons appointment of Jim Smith to a second four-yeaz term expiring in July 2006, the to the Planning and re-appointment of Karen Gordy to a second four-year term expiring in July Zoning Commission 2006 and the appointment of Jim Btuch to a first fora-year term expiring in July 2006, seconded by Alderman Dazata, the vote was: Aye: Aldermen Flaws, Darata, Beazd, Looker and Burris. Absent: Alderman Legaard. Motion carries. Ordinance No. 2002-80 Alderman Beard moved to place Bill No. 2002-80 on its second reading Approved and upon passage of same, become Ordinance No. 2002-80 seconded by Alderman Flaws, the vote was: Aye: Aldermen Flaws, Darata, Beazd, Burns and Looker. Bill No. 2002-81 Acquire certain land improvements and all associated appurtenances and improvements by exer- cise of its power of eminent domain Ordinance No. 2002-81 Approved Absent: Alderman Legaazd. Motion carries. Alderman Beard moved to place Bill No. 2002-81 on its first reading, said Bill authorizing and approving the City of Riverside, Missouri, to acquire certain and land and improvements and all associated appurtenances and improvements by exercise of it power of eminent domain, seconded by Alderman Burris, the vote was: Aye: Aldermen Beard, Darata, Flaws and Burris. No: Alderman Looker. Absent: Alderman Legaard. Motion carries. Alderman Flaws moved to place Bill No. 2002-81 on its second reading and upon passage of same, become Ordinance No. 2002-81 seconded by Alderman Dazata, the vote was: Aye: Alderman Flaws, Darata, Beard and Burns. No: Alderman Looker. Absent: Alderman Legaard. Motion carries. Mayor Burch read the letter David had written to the BCEGS Department, (Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule.) It was felt that the a code official needs to explain the report that came with the letter, thus a workshop would be set up for July 30'" at 7:30 p.m. Alderman Beazd's Alderman Beard said the entrance to the Gate Woods property needs to comment be cleaned up and there needs to be signage. Alderman Looker said it had been cleaned up twice. Recess A brief recess was called at 8:38 p.m. Reconvene The Mayor and Aldermen responded to roll call. Motion for Closed Alderman Beard moved that the meeting go into closed session, Session pursuant to RSMo 610.021 (2) Real Estate and 610.021(3) Personnel issues with the City Attorney's assistant, seconded by Alderman Flaws, the vote was: Aye: Aldermen Dazata, Burns, Beard, Flaws and Looker. Absent: Alderman Legaazd. Motion carries. Motion for Open Alderman Burns moved that the meeting go into open session, Session seconded by Alderman Beard, the vote was: Aye: Aldermen Burris, Beard, Flaws, Looker and Darata. Absent: Alderman Legaard. Motion carries. Rafael Architects Alderman Beazd moved to approve Rafael Architects proposal for the new proposal for the Public Safety Building and declining Hoefer-Wysocki's proposal, seconded new Public Safety by Alderman Burris, the vote was: Building Approved Aye: Aldermen Burns, Beard, Flaws, Looker and Darata. Absent: Alderman Legaard. Motion carnes. Bill No. 2002-82 Alderman Bums moved to place Bill No. 2002-82 on its first reading, said Bill Approving Anthony approving the employment of Anthony Snyder as part-time Community Center Snyder as part-time monitor at $8.00 per hour effective, July 18, 2002, seconded by Alderman Community Center Flaws, the vote was: monitor Aye: Aldermen Beard, Flaws, Looker, Darata and Burris. Absent: Alderman Legaard. Motion carries. Ordinance No. 2002-82 Alderman Beard moved to place Bill No. 2002-82 on its second reading Approved and upon passage of same, become Ordinance No. 2002-82 seconded by Alderman Flaws, the vote was: Aye: Aldermen Flaws, Darata, Beard, Burns and Looker. Absent: Alderman Legaard. Motion carries. Adjournment By unanimous decision, the meeting adjourned at 9:30 arse usick, ity Clerk