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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-02-16MINUTES REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF ALDERMEN RIVERSIDE, MISSOURI Tuesday, February 16, 2010 7:00 p.m. The Board of Aldermen for the City of Riverside, Missouri, met in regular session in the Board of Aldermen Chambers at City Hall, 2950 NW Vivion Road, Riverside, Missouri, on Tuesday, February 16, 2010. Mayor Rose called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Those in attendance were Mayor Kathy Rose, Aldermen Ron Super, Aaron Thatcher, Bernie Bruns, Mike Fuller, David Hurt, and Brad Cope. Also present were City Administrator David Blackburn, Director of Public Works Tom Wooddell, City Clerk Robin Littrell, Deputy City Clerk Sarah Wagner, Community Development Director Mike Duffy, Director of Communications Meredith Hauck, Finance Director Donna Resz, Public Safety Director Greg Mills, and Capital Projects Engineer Travis Hoover. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Rose led the Pledge of Allegiance. Public Comments Jesse Armstrong, Erin Cleary, and Ryan Pugh, nursing students at Avila University were in attendance to observe for a class project. Evelyn Poe -Florence Road -Stated her appreciation for the Public Works Dept., their thoroughness and diligence during the snow and ice this winter. Unfinished Business There was no unfinished business. Proclamation -New Culture Mayor Rose read the New Culture Center Proclamation to the audience and Center presented the proclamation to Barbara Gaye, a representative for the New Culture Center in the Midwest. Barbara Gaye read a letter of thanks to the Mayor and Aldermen. Minutes of February 2, 2010 Approved Minutes of February 9, 2010 Approved Alderman Fuller moved to approve the minutes of February 2, 2010, seconded by Alderman Thatcher. Yes: Fuller, Thatcher, Bruns, and Super. Abstain: Cope and Hurt Motion Carried. Alderman Fuller moved to approve the minutes of February 9, 2010, seconded by Alderman Cope. Yes: Fuller, Cope, Super, Bruns, Hurt, and Thatcher. Motion Carried. Page 1 Court Report Approved Alderman Thatcher moved to approve the January 2010 Court Report, seconded by Alderman Cope. Yes: Thatcher, Fuller, Super, Bruns, Hurt, and Cope. Motion Carried. Administration -Presentation Director of Communications Meredith Hauck introduced Jason Rule, Tourism Tourism Commission Grant Commission member. He explained the Commission goals and presented the Recommendations four applicants for 2010. The committee recommends funding of 2010 Riverfest and Midwest All Truck Nationals. Jason stated that the Bug Blitz Bus Blast VW Car Show and the Platte County Student Theater Experience are creditable projects; yet failed to meet criteria the committee found worthy of funding. Community Development Director Mike Duffy explained the development proposal of Capital Electric Motion to Approve Final and that the Planning Commission recommended approval by a vote of 6-2. Development Plan Discussion was held concerning the setting of precedence, the use of metal for buildings, and the intent of the UDO. Duffy explained that Capital Electric will be moving their entire fleet to this location. Other options were briefly discussed. Charles Stewart, spokesperson for Capital Electric shared that the company wishes to move all their equipment that is currently located in Jackson County to Platte County. He also explained that Capital Electric would be happy to discuss further design and materials options. Alderman Thatcher moved to approve the Final Development Plan of Capital Electric, seconded by Alderman Bruns. Yes: Thatcher, Bruns, and Cope. No: Fuller, Super, and Hurt Mayor Rose stated that she is not prepared to vote on this issue at this time. Alderman Bruns moved to table this issue until the next regular meeting, seconded by Alderman Fuller. Yes: Bruns, Fuller, Cope, Super, Hurt, and Thatcher. Motion carried. Engineering -Projects Update Capital Projects Engineer Travis Hoover gave the Board an update on various projects in the City. The Northwood Road right-of--way construction easements are 99% complete and the next step is to meet with homeowners allowing them to voice concerns. He also reported receiving bid information from Houstens on demolition of the old Public Safety building. Page 2 Sabin Yanez explained that the plan sheets for the Quiet Zones are approved. There is need for repair to a median that was damaged during the bad weather at the Argosy Casino Crossing. The last two railroad crossing plans, Mattox Road and the Conoco Tank Farm, are final and complete. Staff is requesting direction from the Board as to bid this project or utilize the existing contracted company. Following discussion among Aldermen it was a unanimous agreement to instruct staff to go out for bid. Sabin explained the ordinance on the agenda tonight for a BNSF Railroad Easement and answered questions of aldermen. Finance Finance Director Donna Resz explained the CIP document that was passed out to Aldermen prior to the meeting. Public Safety -Discussion of Public Safety Director Greg Mills informed Alderman that Firefighter Ryan Employee Handbook Update Felts will move from full-time to part-time as of February 16, 2010. He then explained in detail the purpose and conditions of the ordinance to amend the employee handbook in regards to compensatory time for Public Safety employees which will be voted on later in the meeting. Mills informed the Mayor and Aldermen that a 2008 Police car was demolished the previous week when the vehicle struck a light pole in the Argosy parking lot and one of our Fire Trucks caught on fire. We have received settlements from our insurance for both vehicles. Mills is requesting the Board approve the purchase of a new police car available here in Riverside for $23,657. The accident has left the department short a vehicle that is greatly needed. Following a brief discussion Alderman Bruns moved to approve the purchase of a new police vehicle for $23,657 less the insurance settlement, making the total out-of-pocket price $14,500, seconded by Alderman Thatcher. Yes: Bruns, Thatcher, Fuller, Super, Hurt, and Cope. Motion Carried. Mills also informed the Mayor and Aldermen that the Animal Control truck engine needs repairs, the Animal Control Report will be presented at the next meeting, and interviews have concluded, and the department will be hiring two full time officers soon. Public Works- Vehicle Update Director of Public Works Tom Wooddell reported that the Dodge is out at the barn, they will pull decals and it will be ready to be donated to the City of Weston. Parks & Recreation Meredith Hauck, Director of Community Relations explained that the Wii System in the Community Center is going great and they are offering open gyms on Saturdays and Sundays. Levee Board Report Alderman Hurt announced the Levee Board will meet this week and announced that the Board is expecting high water this Spring resulting from the large snowfalls North of Riverside. Page 3 Bill No. 2010-010 Alderman Bruns moved to place Bill No. 2010-010 on its first reading, said (Tabled on 2.2.10) bill authorizing the Mayor to purchase real property located at 4806 and 4812 NW Homestead to be used for street purposes, seconded by Alderman Thatcher. Yes: Bruns, Thatcher, Cope, Hurt, and Fuller. No: Super Motion Carried. Ordinance No. 2010-010 Alderman Hurt moved to place Bill No. 2010-010 on its second reading, and Approved upon passage of the same become Ordinance No. 2010-010, seconded by Alderman Bruns. Yes: Hurt, Bruns, Fuller, Thatcher and Cope. No: Super Motion Carried. Bill No. 2010-011 Alderman Hurt moved to place Bill No. 2010-011 on its first reading, said bill Bill Pay authorizing the payment of certain indebtedness listed therein, seconded by Alderman Fuller. Yes: Hurt, Fuller, Cope, Thatcher, Bruns and Super. Motion Carried. Ordinance No. 2010-011 Alderman Thatcher moved to place Bill No. 2010-011 on its second reading, Approved and upon passage of the same become Ordinance No. 2010-011, seconded by Alderman Bruns. Yes: Thatcher, Bruns, Super, Cope, Fuller and Hurt. Motion Carried. Bill No. 2010-012 Alderman Bruns moved to place Bill No. 2010-012 on its first reading, said Tourism Funds to Riverfest bill authorizing tourism funds to Riverside Riverfest Development Corporation, seconded by Alderman Thatcher. Yes: Bruns, Thatcher, Hurt, Fuller, Super, and Cope. No: Fuller Motion Carried. Page 4 Ordinance No. 2010-012 Alderman Thatcher moved to place Bill No, 2010-012 on its second reading, .Approved and upon passage of the same become Ordinance No. 2010-012, seconded by Alderman Bruns. Yes: Thatcher, Bruns, Super, Cope and Hurt No: Fuller Motion Carried. Bill No. 2010-013 Alderman Thatcher moved to place Bill No. 2010-013 on its first reading, said Tourism Funds to Genuine bill authorizing tourism funds to Genuine Chevy GMC Truck Club of KC, Chevy GMC Truck Club of KC seconded by Alderman Cope. Yes: Thatcher, Cope, Fuller, Hurt, Super, and Bruns. Motion Carried. Ordinance No. 2010-013 Alderman Hurt moved to place Bill No. 2010-013 on its second reading, and Approved upon passage of the same become Ordinance No. 2010-013, seconded by Alderman Bruns. Yes: Hurt, Bruns, Super, Thatcher, Cope, and Fuller. Motion Carried. Bill No. 2010-O14 Due to lack of motion on Bill No. 2010-014, this bill dies. Tourism Funds to Mo-Kan VW Club Bill No. 2010-015 Alderman Fuller moved to place Bill No. 2010-015 on its first reading, said Execute Agreement with BNSF bill authorizing Mayor to execute agreement with BNSF for an easement for for Easement for the Argosy the Argosy Casino Parkway Project, seconded by Alderman Thatcher. Casino Parkway Project Yes: Fuller, Thatcher, Super, Bruns, Cope, and Hurt. Motion Carried. Ordinance No. 2010-015 Alderman Bruns moved to place Bill No. 2010-015 on its second reading, and Approved upon passage of the same become Ordinance No. 2010-015, seconded by Alderman Cope. Yes: Bruns, Cope, Fuller, Hurt, Super, and Thatcher. Motion Carried. Page 5 Bill No. 2010-016 Alderman Bruns moved to place Bill No. 2010-016 on its first reading, said Amend Employee Handbook bill amending the Employee Handbook Section 300.8, seconded by Alderman Hurt. Yes: Bruns Hurt, Fuller, Super, Cope, and Thatcher. Motion Carried. Bill No. 2010-016 Alderman Thatcher moved to place Bi112010-016 on its second reading, and Approved upon passage of the same become Ordinance No. 2010-016, seconded by Alderman Cope. Yes: Thatcher, Cope, Bruns, Super, Fuller, and Hurt Motion Carried. Bill No. 2010-017 Due to lack of motion for Bi112010-017, this bill dies. Tourism Funds to Platte County Arts Council Brief discussion by Interim City Attorney Hall, City Administrator Blackburn, Meredith Hauck, Mayor, and Aldermen exploring funding options for the Platte County Arts Council. Staff will strive for an alternative to present at the next regular meeting. Mayor's Comments Mayor Rose commented that she and City Administrator Blackburn will go to the MML Legislative conference on February 17 and 18. She also congratulated Keith Payne on his invitation to attend ATF School. Board of Aldermen Comments Recess @ 8:32 p.m. Reconvene to Open Session @ 8:41 p.m. Alderman Cope explained a proposal to partner with MARC and Google to provide Hi-Speed Internet to Riverside. Meredith Hauck added that she has also contacted MARC in regards to this issue. Alderman Hurt announced the Levee Board would have a presentation within the next 4-5 days to update the public on their projects for anyone wishing to attend. Alderman Bruns moved for a recess, second by Alderman Thatcher. Yes: Burns, Thatcher, Super, Cope, Fuller, and Hurt. Motion Carried. Page 6 Motion to Enter into Closed Alderman Super moved that the meeting go into closed session, pursuant to Session @ 8:42 p.m. RSMo 610.021(2) Real Estate and RSMo 610.021 (1)Legal, seconded by Alderman Hurt. Yes: Super, Hurt, Bruns, Fuller, Cope, and Thatcher. Motion Carried. Motion to Enter into Open Alderman Bruns moved that the meeting go into open session with no action Session with no action taken taken at 10:21 p.m., seconded by Alderman Hurt. @ 10:21 p.m. Yes: Bruns, Hurt, Thatcher, Cope, Fuller, and Super. Motion Carried. Adjournment Alderman Burns moved to adjourn the meeting at 10:22 p.m., seconded by 10:22 p.m. Alderman Thatcher. Yes: Bruns, Thatcher, Fuller, Cope, Hurt, and Super. Motion carried. Meeting was adjourned at 10:22 p.m. !. `. , ~, ~~ u~ ~ ._ ~. . a '` Robin Littrell, City Clerk w ( ~ j ..L •. ~ F + ~ ti 9 ~. i } Page 7