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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-03-02MINUTES REGULAR MEETING BOARD OF ALDERMEN RIVERSIDE, MISSOURI Tuesday, March 2, 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, March 2, 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 (arrived at 7:08 p.m.), 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, Capital Projects Engineer Travis Hoover and Interim City Attorney Brian Hall. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Rose led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Rose introduced three young men from Pack 370 that are in attendance to work toward earning their citizenship badges. Public Comments None. Unfinished Business Director of Community Development Mike Duffy explained that this issue was Motion to Approve Final tabled last meeting. He has met with Charles Stewart representative for Capital Development Plan -Capital Electric to discuss design options. Mr. Stewart came before the Board and Electric explained Capital Electric plan changes that included 4 ft. of Wayne's Coat Split-face Block finish on the west and south sides of the building and assured the Board that Capital Electric wishes to meet their objectives and looks forward to final plan approval. Duffy assured Board that both plans by Capital Electric are in compliance with UDO. Mayor Rose requested a revised motion by the Board. Alderman Hurt moved to approve the newly submitted Final Development Plan of Capital I~lectric, seconded by Alderman Thatcher. Yes: Hurt, Thatcher, Cope, Fuller, and Super. Motion carried 5-0. Minutes of February 16, 2010 Alderman Fuller moved to approve the minutes of February 16, 2010, Approved seconded by Alderman Cope. Yes: Fuller, Cope, Thatcher, Super, and Hurt. Motion Carried 5-0. City Administrator No report at this time. Page 1 Administration - Director of Communications Meredith Hauck explained that the contract is on Presentation of 2010 ETC the agenda for approval tonight, the scope of service ETC will perform, and at Institute, Inc. Survey a fee of $12,377. Hauck responded that the survey is performed every two years and Mayor Rose suggested being attentive of the new Master Plan. Community Development Mayor Rose opened the Public Hearing at 7:08 p.m. Community Development Public Hearing for Special Use Director Duffy announced the proper procedures were followed for advertising Permit for Radio Tower and notices, public hearing by the Planning Commission, and that their vote was unanimous for the use permit approval. Questions on the height of the tower were answered and Mayor Rose adjourned the Public Hearing at 7:11 p.m. Alderman Bruns moved to approve the Special Use Permit for the Radio Tower, seconded by Alderman Hurt. Yes: Bruns, Hurt, Super, Cope, Fuller, and Thatcher. Motion carried 6-0. Duffy gave and update on Economic Development pointing out that Riverside tied with Lee's Summit on completion time for city projects. He also explained the interesting element and significant cost savings for perspective development projects in Riverside with no city taxes. Another special use permit will be heard on March 11`h, everyone is welcome to attend. A tree service company is keeping trucks parked on the backside of campus and in exchange will trim trees along our trails as time and weather permit. Duffy introduced Jeff Warren a perspective BBQ restaurant owner to discuss his venture and options with the Board. Following a lengthy discussion the Mayor and Board encouraged Duffy and Mr. Warren to get further details on water options at the address of interest and to look at all other buildings available. Mr. Warren agreed with the Mayor and Board's direction. Engineering -Projects Update Capital Projects Engineer Travis Hoover gave the Board an update on various projects in the City. Bids were received on the demolition of the old Public Safety Building at $26,000, $31,600, and$24,600. Following discussion of need and use of storage, value of the buildings, cost of previous removals and utility costs, the Board gave direction to proceed with the bid of $24,600 from HECO. The bid amount will be an extension to the contract already in place for the annex demolition. Vivion Road West Project has had many change orders and there have been major difficulties with this project, Hoover recommends termination of contract with JM Fahey. Mayor and Board directed Hoover to follow through with the termination of contract. Finance Finance Director Donna Resz presented the 2010-2011 Operating Budget Calendar to the Board. She also recommended renewal for one more year with McGladrey & Pullen for the 2009-2010 Audit. It was discussed that it would be in the city's best interest to rotate auditors every few years. It was agreed upon by the Board to take the McGladrey & Pullen option to renew the contract one more time for the 2009-2010 Audit and offer an RFP for services for the following year. It shall be documented that the pleasure of the Board is to alternate auditors regularly. Page 2 Public Safety - Public Safety Director Greg Mills introduced the Monthly Performance Report that will be in Board packets every month. Mills explained the F/PAL Event, created by Community Center Staff and the Athletic League that took place recently. This event provided each child in eleven families of our community a bag of new and gently used clothes and a book or toy. This was a great program for the children of Riverside. Public Works- Director of Public Works Tom Wooddell had no report. Parks & Recreation No report. Levee Board Report No Report. Bill No. 2010-018 Alderman Thatcher moved to place Bill No. 2010-018 on its first reading, said Agreement with ETC Institute, bill authorizing the Mayor to sign Agreement with ETC Institute, Inc, Inc. seconded by Alderman Bruns. Yes: Thatcher, Bruns, Cope, Hurt, Super, and Fuller. Motion Carried 6-0. Ordinance No. 2010-018 Alderman Fuller moved to place Bill No. 2010-018 on its second reading, and Approved upon passage of the same become Ordinance No. 2010-018, seconded by Alderman Cope. Yes: Fuller, Cope, Hurt, Bruns, Thatcher and Super. Motion Carried 6-0. Bill No. 2010-019 Alderman Hurt moved to place Bill No. 2010-019 on its first reading, said bill Bill Pay authorizing the payment of certain indebtedness listed therein, seconded by Alderman Thatcher. Yes: Hurt, Thatcher, Fuller, Cope, Bruns and Super. Motion Carried 6-0. Ordinance No. 2010-019 Alderman Bruns moved to place Bill No. 2010-019 on its second reading, and Approved upon passage of the same become Ordinance No. 2010-019, seconded by Alderman Cope. Yes: Bruns, Cope, Thatcher, Super, Fuller and Hurt. Motion Carried 6-0. Bill No. 2010-020 Alderman Super moved to place Bill No. 2010-020 on its first reading, said bill Assessing Final Costs of assessing final costs of improvements for Briarcliff Hills, seconded by Improvements Briarcliff Hills Alderman Thatcher. Yes: Super, Thatcher, Hurt, Bruns, Fuller, and Cope. Motion Carried 6-0. Page 3 Bill No. 2010-020 Alderman Bruns moved to place Bill No, 2010-020 on its second reading, and Approved upon passage of the same become Ordinance No. 2010-020, seconded by Alderman Thatcher. Yes: Bruns, Thatcher, Cope, Super, Fuller, and Hurt. Motion Carried 6-0. Bill No. 2010-021 Alderman Thatcher moved to place Bill No. 2010-021 on its first reading, said Authorizing Purchase of bill authorizing Mayor to purchase real property located south of 50`'' Street Property for Park Purposes and west of Gatewoods for Park purposes, seconded by Alderman Bruns. Yes: Thatcher, Bruns, Cope, Hurt, Super, and Fuller. Motion Carried 6-0. Bill No. 2010-021 Alderman Thatcher moved to place Bill No. 2010-021 on its second reading, Approved and upon passage of the same become Ordinance No. 2010-021, seconded by Alderman Hurt. Yes: Thatcher, Hurt, Bruns, Super, Cope, and Fuller. Motion Carried 6-0. Mayor's Comments Mayor Rose stated her appreciation of those that gave of their time and organized the valuable F/PAL Event that helped the children of Riverside. She also mentioned two concerns with the trails to the Public Works Department. She hosted the KCADC Twelve by Twelve and had 15 investors here that had never been to Riverside before. Avery diverse group and they were very happy to see our city. Last week we traveled to St. Louis for the Argosy Casino Relicensing Hearing, everything went very well and the license was approved. Outlook 20/40 information was provided in your packets to review. Aldermen Thatcher, Cope and I attended the Ripple Glass Event tonight. We need to encourage more use to keep the bin at this location. Board of Aldermen Comments Alderman Super stated he had been to the Public Works facility and it looked better than ever before and gave kudos to the leadership of the department. Alderman Bruns commented that the entire staff is doing a great job. Alderman Cope echoed Mayor Rose's comments on the Ripple Glass collections and encourages the recycling. He explained Owens-Coming's tremendous need, for producing their products. Recess @ 8:14 p.m. Alderman Bruns moved for a recess, second by Alderman Thatcher. Yes: Burns, Thatcher, Super, Cope, Fuller, and Hurt. Motion Carried 6-0. Page 4 Motion to Enter into Closed Alderman Thatcher moved that the meeting go into closed session, pursuant to Session @ 8:23 p.m. RSMo 610.021(2) Real Estate, seconded by Alderman Bruns. Yes: Thatcher, Bruns, Super, Fuller, Cope, and Hurt. Motion Carried 6-0. Motion to Come out of Closed Alderman Bruns moved that the meeting go into open session with no action and Enter into Open Session taken at 9:00 p.m., seconded by Alderman Thatcher. with no action taken Yes: Bruns, Thatcher, Hurt, Cope, Fuller, and Super. @ 9:00 p.m. Motion Carried 6-0. Adjournment Alderman Burns moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:01 p.m., seconded by 9:01 p.m. Alderman Thatcher. Yes: Bruns, Thatcher, Fuller, Super, Hurt, and Cope. Motion carried 6-0. Meeting was adjourned at 9:01 p.m. ,~ • ~. M ~ ~ ~ * ~ . , Robin Littrell, City Clerk Page 5