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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-02-19.. ~,~l~l 1[IN[JTBS OF RE<iIILAR NEETINQ OB BOARD OB ALDERMEN OF CITY OB RIVffitSIDB, MISSOIIRI pEBRIIARY 19, 1991 A regular meeting of the Board of Aldermen of the City of Riverside, Missouri was held in the City Hall in Riverside, Missouri on February 19, 1991, at 7:30 p.m. Those present were Aldermen Marshall, Karr, Shepard, Rule and Richardson; Teters absent and Mayor Betty Burch called said meeting to order. It was decided to dispense with the reading of the Minutes of February 5, 1991, for~the present time. Terry Anklam, 515 South Quincy, Kansas City, MO 64125, representing Bernie Mandel for South Atlantic Marketing, requested a Temporary Occupancy Permit for his building at 2499 N.W. Tullison Lane. He said he does not have the final asphalt toping on the parking area, he does not have the striping of the parking area and does not have the landscaping done. He had talked to Fred Wilken and Fred Wilken said that he would recommend a Temporary Occupancy Permit because of the type of work they have been doing and felt they would complete this just as soon as weather permitted. It was suggested that a 90 day Temporary Occupancy Permit be granted. Mr. Anklam thought this would be sufficient time to complete the project. Karr moved that South Atlantic Marketing be granted a Temporary Occupancy Permit for 90 days, seconded by Marshall, the vote was Rule, Shepard, Karr, Richardson and Marshall, yes; Teters absent. Rick Turner, 3200 N.W. Vivion, presented a Special Use Permit in Flood Hazard Area. This is for the building of offices in the Building he had previously received permission to build. Karr moved that the Special Use Permit in Flood Hazard Area be approved, seconded by Shepard, the vote was Marshall, Karr, Richardson, Rule and Shepard, yes; Teters absent. Rick Turner's building plans for the office were approved subject to the Engineer's approval and the payment of the fee. Mike O'Dell, 6811 W. 63rd Street, O.P., Kansas, of Holiday Sand and Gravel presented a Special Use Permit in Flood Hazard Area and also Building Application for an antenna at the Holiday Sand and Gravel for the company's own use and for marine use. Mr. O'Dell did show where they have the appropriate license for the radio system they will have. Rule moved that the Special Use in Flood Hazard Area be approved, seconded by Marshall, the vote was: Karr, Shepard, Richardson, Rule and Marshall, yes; Teters absent. r' Minutes of Reg. Meeting Page 2, Feb. 19, 1991 The Building Plans for the 18' pole was approved, subject to the payment of the fee. Jim Davis, 2404 Osage Circle, presented Building Application for a house on Lot 4 in Indian Hills Estate. Rule mound that tha plans be approved for the building of a house on Lot 4 as presented on the plans, seconded by Marshall, the vote was Karr, Rule, Marshall, and Shepard, yes; Richardson, no; and Teters absent. Jim Davis, 2404 Osage Circle, presented Building Application for a house on Lot 18, in Indian Hills estate. Marshall moved that the plans be approved for the building of a house on Lot 18 as presented on the plans, seconded by Rule, the vote was Shepard, Rule, Marshall and Karr, yes; Richardson, no; and Teters absent. The Park Board, represented by Gary Brenner and Leann Zimmerman presented an "Advertisement for Bids for New City Park", which is attached hereto and made a part hereof. They said they would like to get bids on this project. They also presented a drawing done by the Rugby people showing their suggestions for the park. Leann and Gary said that the Rugby people had lots of people willing to volunteer their help. They also are still willing to use their man power to move the bleachers to the new park area. A discussion was .had concerning this park and the suggestion presented. It was suggested that advertisement for bids be made; that the bids be opened before the Mayor, Board of Aldermen and any of the Park Board who wanted to be present, or any other people who wanted to be present. Karr moved that the "Advertisement for Bids for the New City Park" be used to secure bids, which is attached hereto and made a part hereof, seconded by Marshall, the vote was Karr, Shepard, Rule, Richardson and Marshall, yes; Teters absent. Gloria Hickman and Jeanne Hurlburt of Pride and Progress explained the curb-side recycling program which will be presented by BFI at the March 4 meeting of Pride and Progress. BFI will charge $1.90 per month for picking up the recycled material. Several people could go together to have this done. Jim Burch, 4901 Hillside, spoke to the Mayor and Board concerning the Jets (football team). He said they would like to expand the program from its present 5th and 6th grades to the 7th Minutes of Reg. Meeting Page 3, Feb. 19, 1991 and 8th grades as well as the 3rd and 4th grades. They would need more space to practice and asked if they could use the area east of the Parking Lot at the City Hall. They would do all the work and also absorb all the costs, including the installation of the lights if they could use the area. Jim said if, at any time, the City would need the area, they would take all the equipment off, including the lights, and restore the area to its original condition. They intend to grade the area, plant grass and maintain it. It was felt that the parking would probably be a problem, however, they would be able to use the Union Hall's parking, except for Saturdays, or when used by the Union people. They would also be able to use Dr. Jones' parking area. This matter was discussed further. Karr moved that the City allow the Jets to use the area east of the City Parking Lot as presented by Jim Burch, with the understanding that all the improvements made by the Football League will be removed whenever the City requests it or whenever the City needs the area for other purposes, seconded by Marshall, the vote was Rule, Richardson, Shepard, Karr and Marshall, yes; Teters absent. A recess was called. Meeting reconvened, the roll was called and Marshall, Karr, Shepard, Rule, and Richardson were present; Teters absent; and Mayor Burch presided over the remainder of the meeting. Mayor Burch announced that the Public Safety Department made an arrest on someone dumping on Northwood Road. Mayor Burch read a letter dated January 31, 1991, from Joe McWilliams, wherein he stated he was resigning from the Planning Commission. Karr moved that the Resignation of Joe McWilliams be accepted, seconded by Marshall, the roll was called and vote was Karr, Shepard, Marshall, Richardson and Rule, yes, Tetera absent. Mayor Burch said that Chuck Isley talked to her about building an addition on for a banquet hall that he could rent out for meetings and social gatherings. He inquired regarding being able to have alcoholic beverages at the hall. This matter was discussed and it was decided that Chuck Isley should present his plans to the Mayor and Board, before any ruling could be made on the request. Mr. Bruce Gulley, auditor spoke to the Mayor and Board of Aldermen regarding their audit. He said he will have the audit ready to present to the Mayor and Board within a few days. He i' Minutes of Reg. Meeting Page 4, Feb. 19, 1991 said that everything went well. There is some duplicating of records done by the City Clerk which he thinks is unnecessary. Also some of the payroll sheets were not being approved by a supervisor before making out the payroll. A few of the budget items were over, but on the whole things were in good condition and the Clerk is doing a good job in keeping the books. He said there was a transfer of $120,000 from the general funds for the sewer project which was surplus and now there is about $52,000 in the general fund. The schedule of the assets has been made and the depreciation of same is also made. After the audit is presented to the Mayor and Board, they will look it over and then will ask any questions they may have. Chief Bayless explained to the Mayor and Board that Marty Rowe has been working with the Apartment Complexes concerning "Night Out" which is August 6, 1991 and is "Night Out" against crime. Everyone turns their outside lights on. Karr moved that the City participate in the "Night Out" Program, August 6, 1991, seconded by Marshall, the vote was Shepard, Marshall; Richardson, Rule, and Karr; yes, Teters absent. Karr moved that we approve the recommendation of Chief Bayless for sending Shelton to an Emergency Planning Conference at Jefferson City, MO, on 3/20/92 and 3/21/91 at the cost of $50.00 for travel and $30 for meals; the lodging is paid by the State, seconded by Richardson, the vote was Karr, Shepard, Rule, Marshall, Richardson; yes; Teters absent. Rule moved that we approve the recommendation of Chief Bayless to send three Public Safety Officers to the State Certification Fire Fighter One at Gladstone, MO from 5/13/91 to 6/14/91, three days a week and eight hours a day and the cost will be approximately $180.00 per person; not to exceed $200.00 per person, seconded by Richardson, the vote was Karr, Marshall, Shepard, Rule and Richardson; yes; Teters absent. Mayor Burch said that Larry Noah, the maintenance person, has been with the City six months and receives $6.50 per hour; she would like to recommend an increase of .50 per hour effective February 27, 1991. She said that he has done lots of things to save the City money and is a very good worker. Karr moved that Bill NO. 91-7 be placed on its first reading, said Bill provides for the increase of Larry Noah's salary from r~ Minutes of Req. Meeting Page 5, Feb. 19, 1991 $6.50 per hour to $7.00 per hour, seconded by Richardson, the vote was Karr, Marshall, Richardson, Shepard and Rule; aye; Teters absent. Richardson moved that Bill No. 91-7 be placed on its second reading, seconded by Karr, the vote was: Karr, Marshall, Richardson, Shepard and Rule; aye; Teters absent. Whereupon, the Bill having been made available for public inspection prior to the consideration by the Board of Aldermen, Bill No. 91-7 was passed. Mayor Burch said that the City has received a bill from Jeremiah Finnigan regarding work done on the Missouri Cities' request for water rate increase and she will have it prorated to the other Cities involved. Karr moved that Bill No. 91-8 be placed on its first reading, said Bfll provides for the appropriation of money out of the general fund of the City of Riverside, for the payment of certain indebtedness as listed therein, seconded by Richardson, the vote was Richardson, Shepard, Marshall, Rule and Karr; aye; Teters absent. Marshall moved that Bill No. 91-8 be placed on its second reading, seconded by Karr, the vote was: Richardson, Shepard, Marshall, Rule and Karr; aye; Teters absent. Whereupon, the Bill having been made available for public inspection prior to the consideration by the Board of Aldermen, Bill No. 91-8 was passed. Rule said he had an inquiry regarding a street light between NW Gateway and Hfgh Drive. Mayor Burch said that this matter is being taken care of. Rule inquired concerning the Day Care Center at NW Vivion and High Drive. It was explained that the water line had to be increased in order to have the proper pressure sprinkler system. The Hauling Ordinance is still being worked on and is almost complete to present to the Board. Mayor Burch said that she thought the letting of bids on the sewer project could possibly be in April. Chief Bayless said he has received a letter from Tricia Pappert dated February 6, 1991 stating that she could not work for the City because her other job is requiring more time. Karr moved that Bill No. 91-10 be placed on its first reading, said bill provide for the acceptance of Tricia Pappert's resignation dated February 6, 1991, seconded by Marshall the vote was: Karr, Rule, Richardson, Shepard and Marshall: aye; Teters absent. r Minutes of Reg. Meeting Page 6, Feb. 19, 1991 Karr moved that Bill No. 91-10 be placed on its second reading, seconded by Marshall, the vote was Karr, Rule, Richardson, Shepard and Marshall: aye, Teters absent. Whereupon, the Bill having been made available for public inspection prior to the consideration of the Board of Aldermen, Bill No. 91-10 was passed. Karr moved that Bill No. 91-9 be placed on its first reading, said bill provides for the repeal of Ordinance No. 90.67 which concerns the Public Safety being authorized to prosecute offenders of alcohol and drugs, seconded by Marshall, the vote was: Karr, Richardson, Rule, Shepard and Marshall: aye; Teters absent. Shepard moved that Bill No. 91-9 be placed on its second reading, seconded by Karr, the vote was: Karr, Richardson, Marshall, Rule and Shepard: aye; Teters absent. Whereupon, the Bill having been made available for public inspection prior to the consideration by the Board of Aldermen, Bill No. 91-9 was passed. Chief Bayless presented a floor plan for the detention facilities to alleviate the problem of people waiting in the front hall, while waiting for bondsmen. He explained that this would be just for a few hours, perhaps four hours. There will be a screen that the dispatcher can see at all times and also the area will be in glass and only furniture would be built in. This also will have audio as well as visual. Also can help in the booking area. Chief Bayless thought this could be built for a sum not to exceed $2,000. Richardson moved that we approve the drawing as presented by Chief Bayless for a detention area for a sum not to exceed $2,000, seconded by Marshall, the vote was: Marshall, Richardson, Karr, Rule and Shepard; yes; Teters absent. Mayor Burch said that Teters fell and broke some bones in her foot and had to have surgery; her foot is in a cast and she has to be flat on her back for a while. Mayor Burch said that Harold Wall, George Flaws, Irene Paulhe and Jimmy Karr's appointment to the Planning Commission will soon expire and she would like to reappoint them as follows: Karr and Paulhe for one year; Wall and Flaws for four years. Marshall moved that we accept the recommendation of Mayor Burch and reappoint Harold Wall, George Flaws for a period of four years (1995) and Irene Paulhe and Jimmy Karr for one year (1992) to the Planning Commission, seconded by Rule, the vote was Rule, Richardson, Marshall, Karr and Shepard, yea; Teters absent. r~ Minutes of Reg. Meeting Page 7, Feb. 19, 1991 Mayor Burch said on June 21, 1991, the City of Riverside will have its 40 year anniversary and would like to get a committee together to plan a celebration for three days and coordinate it with the fall festival. Mayor Burch said she had met with the Mast Ambulance people and triad to work out the problem of their not finding the residence they are to report to in Platte County. They said that there have been many changes at Mast which was partly the reason and now they have gotten a new code system which they feel will work out. There being no further business to come before the Board, upon motion duly made, seconded and passed, meeting adjourned at 10:45 p.m. f'