INTRODUCTION
The City Council of the City of Columbia, Missouri met for
a regular meeting at 7:00 p.m., on Monday, October 16, 2000, in the Council Chamber
of the City of Columbia, Missouri. The roll was taken with the following results:
Council Members CAMPBELL, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU and CROCKETT
were present. Ms. Crayton left the meeting at 11:40 p.m. The City Manager, City
Counselor, City Clerk, and various Department Heads were also present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the regular meeting of October 2, 2000, were
approved unanimously by voice vote on a motion made by Mr. Campbell and a second
by Mr. Janku.
APPROVAL AND ADJUSTMENT OF AGENDA INCLUDING CONSENT AGENDA
Upon his request, Mr. John was allowed to abstain from voting
on appointments to the Internet Citizen's Advisory Group on a motion made by
Mr. Coffman and a second by Mr. Campbell.
Upon her request, Mrs. Crockett was allowed to abstain from
voting on B333-00 on a motion made by Mr. Campbell and a second by Mr. Coffman.
The agenda, including the Consent Agenda, was approved unanimously
by voice vote on a motion made by Mrs. Crockett and a second by Mr. Campbell.
SPECIAL ITEMS
None.
SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
B355-00 Approving an amendment to the
Columbia Mall C-P Development Plan to allow for conversion of
the
Mall-4 Theaters to a Barnes and Noble Book Store.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck pointed out that recommendation for approval was
given by the Planning and Zoning Commission subject to several conditions.
Mr. Dudark explained that one of the conditions placed on
the rezoning was that the storm water detention facilities receive proper maintenance.
He said that has been completed and the Public Works Department has reviewed
it and was satisfied. The second condition was that a sign plan be submitted.
Mr. Dudark noted that the plan was submitted last Friday by an architect for
the General Growth Companies. The final condition was that there be water line
easements given to the Water and Light Department as well as water line deeds
of dedication. Mr. Dudark stated that General Growth Companies has completed
all they can within their control. He indicated that a representative for the
Mall has forwarded documents to Dillard's, Penney's and Sears that require their
signatures as well.
Mr. Campbell noted that the Mall was constructed before the
current storm water ordinances were in place. He asked how the structures would
vary if they were to be built today. Mr. Patterson explained that the current
detention facility was built along the south side of the Mall as a requirement
of the C-P plan. He remarked that the storm water ordinances today would probably
be more stringent with regard to the control of the runoff of the site, but at
the time the storm water facilities were originally constructed, they were in
excess of any local requirements. Mr. Patterson stated that the existing facilities
will capture the peak flows when properly maintained and, in general, will reduce
the runoff from the south side to probably close to the prior conditions. On
the north side, the runoff flows into underground drains that connect to the
detention facility.
Mayor Hindman noted that the Council had been receiving communications
on this issue regarding competition because of the involvement with the Barnes
and Noble Company. He indicated the Council's responsibility and concerns in
this case can only be based on the C-P plan itself.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
Lisa Callahan, spoke on behalf of General Growth, owners of
the Columbia Mall. She explained their request to expand the present 130,000
square foot building by about 9,000 square feet. She displayed drawings of the
plan which depicted an extension just outside the Food Court. In addition to
adding square footage, she said the ring road will be moved which will eliminate
23 parking spaces; however, the Mall will still have an excess of 324 spaces
over current ordinance requirements. Ms. Callahan reported they have satisfied
the three conditions requested by the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Mr. Campbell noted that a lease has not been signed with a
specific retailer, this amendment to the plan is just an expansion to the Mall.
Ms. Callahan said that was correct, it could be any one of a number of retailers
who might acquire the spot. She said currently the front runner happens to be
Barnes and Noble, but there is no signed lease as of yet.
Mark Hiam, 1402 Richardson, spoke in opposition to the plan.
He was concerned about large businesses monopolizing the market place.
Mandy Michael, spoke on behalf of the Central Missouri Green
Party. She echoed the previous speaker's sentiments.
Alan Young, General Manager of the Columbia Mall, explained
why he thought the change was important. He pointed out that the Mall is part
of the mid-Missouri business area, and as such, they have to compete with larger
cities to provide consumers with what they want.
Shane Fox, 2341 W. Bottner Road, spoke in favor of the amendment
to the plan.
Neil Smith, 3315 Appalachian, remarked that he was appalled
that this town continually considers banning commerce to people who have a right
to do their business in this town. He was supportive of the proposal.
Ken Trosky, an Associate Professor of Economics at the University,
explained that he is an active participant in the marketplace of ideas. He also
supported the plan.
Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
Mr. Campbell believed this addition was being made to meet
the market and that the Council should move ahead with it.
B335-00 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: CAMPBELL, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, CROCKETT.
VOTING NO: NO ONE. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B337-00 Rezoning property located on
the east side of Providence Outer Roadway, along the proposed
eastward
extension of Green Meadows Road from R-1, R-2, R-3 and C-1 to C-P and O-P.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck noted that approval was recommended by the Planning
and Zoning Commission subject to conditions including a 25 foot buffer strip
on the northern and eastern edges of the property.
David Rogers, an attorney with offices at 813 E. Walnut, spoke
on behalf of the applicants, Steve and Sherry Wendling. He noted that this tract
of land lies adjacent to the proposed new Green Meadows Road. He pointed to the
recently constructed daycare facility and dance studio on the southwest corner
of the property.
Mr. Rogers reported the overall plan for the tract is to divide
it into three types of commercial areas. He stated the applicants propose to
rezone the front section of the property to C-P with limited C-3 uses. Along
the northern edge of the property the proposal is to have about four acres of
planned office limited to O-1 uses. Mr. Rogers noted that substantial negotiations
had taken place with the neighbors and the Homeowners Association to the north
of the property in which the applicants have agreed to a 25 foot no-cut zone
along this edge of the property. The final rezoning involves the back part of
the property and the request is for C-P zoning with C-1 uses. Mr. Rogers pointed
out there will also be a 25 foot buffer zone along this border; however, it is
slightly different in that the applicants have agreed with the City that it would
be a no-cut zone, but not necessarily with the property owner. He said the reason
is that they might, depending upon the engineering and the construction of Green
Meadows Road, be left with a situation where some fill work will be necessary.
Mr. Rogers indicated as part of the C-P plan, the applicants might request an
amendment to allow for green space and landscaping in this area and preferred
not to be limited to a no-cut zone. He reported the Wendling's have the solid
support of the landowners to the east and the Church to the south.
Mr. Campbell noted oftentimes when there is residential development
adjacent to commercial areas, the screening that is utilized is sometimes less
than pleasant. Mr. Rogers responded as the proposal is for a planned zone, the
applicants would have to submit a plan to the Council that would address those
kinds of concerns.
Tommy Tomlin, 514 Huntridge Drive, President of The Meadows
Homeowners Association, thanked Mr. Wendling for working with their group on
the development. He stated the 25 foot no-cut zone and the 200 foot planned office
area will be a good buffer for the homeowners. With the extension of Green Meadows,
Mr. Tomlin remarked that residents know there will be some commercialization
of the property. The neighborhood is confident this proposal would provide adequate
protection against the commercialization.
Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
B337-00 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: CAMPBELL, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, CROCKETT.
VOTING NO: NO ONE. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B341-00 Authorizing construction of
improvements to Lake of the Woods Pool.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Hood explained that funding for this major project was
included in the City's FY 2001 budget. The primary focus will be to repair and
replace the water circulation system at the pool. He noted they would also be
replacing the main pool drain. When it became obvious this project involved significant
renovation of the pool, Mr. Hood reported that staff surveyed pool users asking
what additional improvements they might be interested in seeing. One request
was an expanded area within the fenced section of the pool to allow more room
for sunbathing or parties. As a result of this request, the project will also
involve removing the fence along the northern edge of the pool and expanding
it to catch a significant area of grass. The pool users were also asked about
retaining the one meter low diving board or whether they would prefer to have
a water slide added to the pool. The users indicated a preference for the water
slide. By adding a water slide, Mr. Hood indicated the main pool drain will have
to be replaced to allow a decrease in the depth of water in this location to
about 4 1/2 feet, which is the appropriate depth for a slide. At the same time,
he pointed out this aspect of the project will create more usable swimming space.
Mr. Hood reported the goal is to begin improvements this fall and have the work
completed by the beginning of the 2001 swimming season. The estimated cost of
the improvements is $100,000.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
Troy Barton, 1201 Lakeview, questioned why this facility cannot
sustain itself financially. Mr. Janku replied the level of fees charged for children
does not generate enough revenue. He said there are private pools in the community
which are much more expensive that are self-sustaining. Mr. Janku remarked that
City pools are designed to be open to a broad segment of the community. He noted
that this particular improvement was included in the last ballot issue.
Andrea Gerke, 5508 Arrowwood, asked about the location of
the pool. Mr. Hood described the pool's location on St. Charles Road as being
within the golf course property.
Alyce Turner, 2194 E. Bearfield, spoke in support of updating
the facility. She reported that Oakland Pool is very crowded and it would be
helpful to have another updated swimming facility.
Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
B341-00 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: CAMPBELL, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, CROCKETT.
VOTING NO: NO ONE. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
R203-00 Approving the FY 2001 CDBG
Action Plan and the FY 2001 HOME Action Plan.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
In order to receive HUD funding, Mr. Beck explained that there
are two plans that need to be approved each year -- the CDBG Action Plan and
the HOME Action Plan. He stated the list of projects contained within the plans
were discussed at the time of the annual budgeting process. Following the hearing
this evening, Mr. Beck noted there would be a 30-day comment period. Any information
received in writing will be forwarded, along with the hearing information tonight,
to HUD.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
Bonnie Meyers, 112 Crestmere, a member of the Habitat for
Humanity Board as well as the Chairperson of the Site Development Committee,
thanked the City for support given over the last years in allocating CDBG funds
for their homes. In the last 12 years, she said they have built almost 40 homes.
Ms. Meyers reported that last year Habitat committed to a goal of building 10
homes per year. In order to accomplish this goal, she said they decided subdivision
development was the way to go. Ms. Meyers said for the last year they have been
working on their next subdivision development with three property owners. For
that reason, Habitat is requesting $100,000 in CDBG funds for site acquisition,
as well as $250,000 in HOME funds for infrastructure development.
In light of the vast number of organizations that have requested
funds this year, and the fact that Habitat has not yet acquired the land or have
the site in their control, Ms. Meyers asked that the Council consider putting
the available CDBG funds set aside for Habitat, and those unprogrammed funds
from the HOME category, in a reserve fund to be held until they can come back
to the Council with a more specific and well-defined project. In the interim,
she said they would be looking at other viable sites for subdivision development
and would hope that the Council would also consider the CDBG funds for sites
they have currently committed to purchase. She noted they are in the process
of purchasing three inner city lots. Ms. Meyers indicated Habitat could use the
CDBG funds for site acquisition of those lots.
Mr. Janku explained that the 2001 list did not include funding
for Habitat. He pointed out that the FY 2000 reallocation process has identified
$50,000 for Habitat. Ms. Meyers acknowledged this was the $50,000 she was referring
to. Mr. Janku said the 2000 monies will be available sooner, but cautioned Ms.
Meyers about expecting to get reimbursed out of CDBG funds. Ms. Meyers indicated
Habitat is somewhat confused about the overall timing and when they can actually
use the money and when it is available.
Mr. Beck noted that the FY 2001 funding will not be made available
for some period of time. The reallocation, which is outlined in the following
bill, would be available fairly soon.
Mr. Campbell remarked that many Council members are concerned
about the condition of older homes. He asked whether Habitat would be interested
in rehabilitation work. Ms. Meyers commented that Habitat has discussed this
option several times, but because they have committed to building ten homes per
year, they have not seriously entertained the thought of doing rehabilitation
work. Ms. Meyers stated if Habitat decides to go this route, she believed they
would want it to be a Habitat home where they could move a Habitat family in.
Mr. Campbell was supportive of this idea.
Ms. Crayton commented on the rehabilitation programs that
are occurring in Kansas City and St. Louis. She reported the agencies that sponsor
these programs not only use their funds to fix-up the homes, but they also use
neighborhood youth to do the work. Ms. Meyers thought that was a good idea and
said she would follow-up with their Kansas City affiliates.
Waldo Palmer, 414 Alexander, pointed out that he has helped
build 30 Habitat homes. He said the problem of rehabilitating the older houses
is that most of them are not worth fixing. Mr. Palmer stated that the program
is a wonderful one with lots of good volunteers, but they should not be asked
to do that kind of work.
Joan Smith, Director of Community Development and Education
with Consumer Credit Counseling Services, explained that this is a not-for-profit,
private organization. She said she recently received a letter from the City's
Planning Department saying they had some 1997 CDBG funds remaining in a program
they currently sponsor involving home counseling services. Ms. Smith summarized
the purpose of the agency's programs are to educate people on how to budget for
buying a home. She said most of the clients they serve are of low to moderate
income. Ms. Smith requested that the remaining funds be eligible for use at this
time.
Mr. Campbell asked Ms. Smith if a prospective client came
to her with a bad credit history, whether her agency could work to renovate that.
Ms. Smith indicated they cannot provide miracles, but they do go through the
proper networks. She said they have certified counselors to work with clients
to show them how to improve their credit rating.
Reverend William Young, President of Columbia Enterlight Ministries,
asked if his agency would be eligible for any of the funds being discussed tonight.
Mr. Beck explained that the next bill authorizes the reallocation of unused funds
from various programs. Reverend Young explained that Enterlight Ministries is
preparing to begin their developmental phase which will involve building homes
for their clients. He said they are working with the MHDC and Firstar on the
program. Reverend Young reported Enterlight Ministries has also just received
a Fair Housing Education Outreach Grant from HUD. He asked the Council to look
closely at funds he may be able to use.
Mr. Janku asked if City CDBG funds can be used for matching
funds for another federal grant. Reverend Young was under the impression that
the CDBG guidelines would allow that.
Troy Barton, 1201 Lakeview, thought the reallocation of some
of the funds could be used for drug and alcohol abuse treatment. He believed
there are many different grants of these kind available that nobody is applying
for. Mr. Barton thought more specialized law enforcement is needed.
Mr. Janku asked if the agency that sponsors programs on consumer
credit counseling would be eligible to access HOME funds. Mr. Dudark replied
that he was not sure, but he did know there are HOME monies used for housing
and a wide variety of things. Whether that involves credit counseling, he was
uncertain. Mr. Dudark remarked that he is sure the agency would be eligible for
CDBG funds. Mr. Janku asked if the same applies to Enterlight Ministries. He
noted it would be relatively easy to reallocate the unused HOME funds to meet
the two requests. Mr. Dudark stated he would look into this.
Ms. Crayton asked what kinds of things CDBG funds can be used
for that would benefit her ward. Mr. Dudark replied the federal government provides
block grant funding which is fairly broad and gives flexibility to the City in
directing dollars to needs. He said the funding is targeted for housing and community
development. He noted the monies can also be used for economic development purposes
if there are jobs created or retained. This last summer, Mr. Dudark reported
the Community Development Commission held public hearings and at that time a
business could have come forward with a plan to add jobs or redevelop a business
area. He said that would have been the time for a project to be submitted and
considered along with the other requests. Mr. Dudark commented these requests
for funding can be submitted at any time, but it would still have to be determined
that funds are available when it comes forward.
Since the City has $25,000 in the owner occupied rehabilitation
program and $180,000 for home funds, Mr. Janku thought the HOME allocation could
be increased to $205,000 and some CDBG funds could be set aside for Ms. Smith's
and Reverend Young's agencies. He said the net result would be that the two agencies
would get some funds and then the unprogrammed portion of the HOME funds would
be reduced to $47,000.
Mr. Janku made the motion that the Council set aside $5,000
for the Consumer Debt Counseling Program and $20,000 for the Enterlight Ministries
from the Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Program.
Mr. Janku said that would reduce the unprogrammed line item
by $25,000.
The motion made by Mr. Janku was seconded by Mr. Coffman.
Mr. Coffman asked about the unprogrammed funds and what opportunities
the Council has to address the expenditure of these monies. Mr. Dudark replied
that unprogrammed funding allows the Council some flexibility to look at needs
as programs evolve during the course of the year. He gave the Habitat project
as an example that might be ready to apply for funding in a few months from now.
Mr. Campbell indicated that would not address Ms. Crayton's
concerns. Mr. Janku did not think the City could use HOME funds to address economic
job issues, but it could possibly be accomplished with CDBG funds. Mr. Campbell
agreed.
Mr. Beck asked about matches. Mr. Dudark explained that there
would need to be a dollar of local funds for every four dollars of HOME funds.
He stated that CDBG funds do not require a match. Mr. Beck noted that the Council
should keep that requirement in mind. He asked where the local match was coming
from for the HOME program. Mr. Dudark said it was coming either from the recipient
or the City. Mr. Beck said in the past when the City has allocated money for
major projects, the developer has put up the local match. Mr. Janku asked about
program funds. Mr. Dudark said the rental rehabilitation program can be used
as local match for the housing rehabilitation program.
Mr. Campbell said they are talking about a plan now, not a
specific project. When the specific project is presented to the Council, that
is when the match would be required. He suggested addressing that issue when
the specific projects come back.
The motion to amend R203-00, made by Mr. Janku, seconded by
Mr. Coffman, was approved unanimously by voice vote.
The vote on R203-00, as amended, was recorded as follows:
VOTING YES: CAMPBELL, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, CROCKETT. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. Resolution declared adopted, reading as follows:
R204-00 Approving a Supplemental Amendment
to the FY 2000 CDBG Action Plan.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained the intent of this amendment is to reprogram
funds that have not been spent in a timely manner. He noted in some cases, this
involved monies left over from projects that were no longer needed. The total
amount to be reallocated is approximately $204,000. Mr. Beck listed the suggested
uses for the reallocated money. He noted that funds had been taken out of the
health facility account because the facility was not being constructed on a timely
basis. In order to spend down the money in a timely manner, Mr. Beck explained
that some of those funds were used for the Armory renovation project. The proposed
amendment suggests putting some of those funds back into the health facility
account. Mr. Beck noted a substantial amount of those funds will probably be
need to be put back next year.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
Linda Rootes, 807 N. Eighth, President of the North Central
Columbia Neighborhood Association, reported that the Community Development Commission
had asked the NCCNA their intentions regarding the marker projects. She noted
the Commission was informed that the neighborhood planned to follow through with
the project, so it was decided to leave the funding in place for one more year.
For that reason, Ms. Rootes remarked she was very surprised to get a letter two
weeks ago from the Planning Director asking if NCCNA planned to use the money
or whether it should be reallocated. She remarked that the NCCNA Board met last
Monday and they were very concerned that CDBG monies have already been spent
to develop plans and specifications for the project, and then additional funds
were reapplied for to implement the project, and if those funds are reallocated
the neighborhood will have wasted the money that went into the planning. The
Board voted unanimously to pursue the project and to form a new committee. Ms.
Rootes said she had written a letter to Mr. Dudark the next day explaining that
the Board intended to follow through on the project and that they would like
to have one more year to work on it.
Mr. Campbell remembered the first plan as being impractical
in the sense of maintenance. He asked if that was the plan being referred to.
Ms. Rootes said it was the same plan and added that it had been designed by architects
to engineering specifications. She believed the project was practical, but noted
the neighborhood did not actually have a contract to have the markers built and
perhaps the plan needed to be altered. Ms. Rootes explained that once they have
the locations tied down, they would need to get a building permit. If Public
Works will not issue a building permit, she said they could not build the planters.
Ms. Rootes asked that NCCNA be given one more year to pursue the project.
John Clark, 403 N. Ninth, Vice-President of the North Central
Columbia Neighborhood Association, thanked the Council for considering their
request for incentive matching funds for their renovation project to the Field
building. He noted a reduction in their original request of $35,143 to $18,175,
which was the amount recommended by the Commission. He noted a question of economic
feasibility in the report which he did not understand.
Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
Regarding the marker project, Mr. Janku remarked that he too
is concerned about the practicality and durability. He thought the idea of some
kind of neighborhood markers and benches would be beneficial. Mr. Janku did not
think the artistic planter and the bench could be separated in this case, but
he was hopeful that in the future a plan could be brought forward that would
be similar to what other areas in the City have developed recently. He said if
benches were part of it, that would be great.
Mr. Campbell agreed with Mr. Janku and suspected there was
a reason why most neighborhood markers are monument signs. He supported the use
of neighborhood markers, but he believed they should be durable and remain attractive
for a number of years.
Mrs. Crockett remarked that she was well-aware of how much
water it would take to maintain the foliage in these planters. She said the size
of the planters being talked about would need watering three to four times a
day -- with a stepladder or by some other means. She supported the idea of the
benches, but saw no need for the flower pots on a pole.
Mayor Hindman asked if the preference is to reallocate the
funds to be used for benches. Mr. Coffman responded that he liked the idea of
markers and benches, and he would hate to see the project held up because of
flower pots. Mayor Hindman suggested leaving some unallocated funds and then
the neighborhood could come back during the year with another proposal. Mr. Beck
indicated there were questions about the project being implemented in a timely
manner, which is a problem for spend down. He commented if the project is to
be changed to neighborhood markings, he would like to see a new plan and application
submitted. He noted funding for this project was approved two years ago.
Mr. Janku asked if there would be another reprogramming in
the spring. Mr. Dudark thought that was correct because once the 2001 funds are
known, the staff would come back with the specific amount of those funds and
try to redirect the park funding. Mr. Janku thought there might be an opportunity
at that time to address this situation.
The vote on R204-00 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: CAMPBELL,
JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, CROCKETT. VOTING NO: NO ONE. Resolution
declared adopted, reading as follows:
(A) Construction of Fire Station No.
8.
Item A was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that this project had been included in
the 1999 ballot issue. The location of the station is in southeast Columbia in
accordance with a master plan that was coordinated with the Boone County Fire
District. The estimated cost of the project is $1.244 million. Mr. Beck noted
the budget included some fire personnel.
Erik Miller, Architect and Project Manager with Peckham and
Wright Architects, gave a brief background and description of the project. He
noted they are currently in the middle of the design development phase and hope
to have the construction documents completed so the project can be bid by mid
to end November. He pointed out that a single story structure was chosen so as
not to dominate the skyline and retain a somewhat low profile in order to blend
with the neighborhood. Mr. Miller reported on the flexibility of the design so
that it can be applied to other sites as well. In addition, he noted that they
have spent a great deal of time reviewing traffic issues and how to best handle
it. They propose some type of traffic signaling device be placed on Nifong Boulevard
so drivers will be alerted as to when a truck is about to exit out onto the street.
Mr. Miller explained the layout is designed so that trucks can only utilize the
two aprons on either side of the apparatus bay either to the north or to the
south.
Toby Gilk, Project Architect, explained the floor plan of
the station and the materials that had been selected for the building.
Mr. Miller believed everything being shown is well within
the budget and that they were hopeful of having the station completed by October
of 2001.
Mr. John asked about the materials being used for the roof.
His preference was for something that would be subdued and complimentary to the
neighborhood -- not something shiny. Mr. Miller explained that they are currently
in the process of selecting materials. He said the roof they are looking at tends
to "gray out" over time. Along with that, he said it tends to blend in a little
better with some of the surrounding materials. Mr. Miller agreed that they would
not want to use something shiny or bright that would attract attention.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
There being no comments, Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
Mayor Hindman made the motion that staff be directed to proceed.
The motion was seconded by Mrs. Crockett and approved unanimously by voice vote.
(B) Traffic signal additions at the
intersection of State Route 763 and Smiley Lane.
Item B was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that this addition would open the west
leg of the intersection. The estimated project cost is $46,000 which will be
shared between the developer and the City.
Mr. Janku commented about the lack of a sidewalk network to
the east on the north side of Smiley Lane. He believed that is why there is no
pedestrian crossing shown at this location. If sidewalks were to be constructed
at a later date, Mr. Janku asked how difficult it would be to rewire the signals.
Mr. Patterson pointed out that Route 763 is on the State Master Plan for improvements.
He indicated the islands are currently adequate to accommodate a crossing if
a sidewalk network to the north is ever established.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
There being no comments, Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
Mr. Janku made the motion that the staff be directed to proceed.
The motion was seconded by Mrs. Crockett and approved unanimously by voice vote.
(C) Improvements to the intersection
of St. Charles Road and Keene Street.
Item C was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that the work will include repaving Keene
street to eliminate a hump in the pavement, as well as the installation of a
storm sewer drainage facility. The estimated cost of the project is $60,000.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
There being no comments, Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
Mrs. Crockett made the motion that the staff be directed to
proceed. The motion was seconded by Mr. Campbell and approved unanimously by
voice vote.
OLD BUSINESS
PR134-00 Establishing a policy and standards
for pedestrian crossings.
The policy resolution was read by the Clerk.
Susan Roberts, 601 Westwood, Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission
member, said the Commission has suggested reducing the vehicle number count from
8,000 to 4,000. She stated crosswalks are necessary if Columbia is to have a
more walkable community. The crosswalks not only make it easier for pedestrians
and cyclists, but also for motorists because City Code indicates that vehicles
must yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. Ms. Roberts felt the argument regarding
city versus state streets was not valid because it is her understanding that
city policy overrides state policy. She commented if that is not true, Columbia
is still our city and in order for it to be more walkable the crosswalks need
to be marked.
Mr. Campbell asked how many more streets would be affected
if the count is changed from 8,000 to 4,000. Mr. Patterson said that would add
about 52 additional street segments. He gave examples of Fairview, North Garth
Street, St. Charles Street, Bethel Road, Smiley Lane, and West Stewart Road.
Mr. Patterson remarked that a count over 10,000 would affect 96 street segments,
with approximately 50 being on state routes and 46 under city jurisdiction.
Mayor Hindman commented that he has been very impressed by
the work the Commission has done on this issue. He agreed with the comments made
by Ms. Roberts regarding the walkable community aspect.
Mayor Hindman made the motion that PR134-00 be amended to
change the traffic count from 8,000 to 4,000. The motion was seconded by Mr.
Coffman.
Mr. John thought the idea was to develop multiple levels of
marking; those that are considered standard crosswalks and those that need extra
emphasis. He said under the current proposal, now everything will need extra
emphasis. Mr. John again reiterated that if everything on a page is highlighted,
nothing stands out. He thought that was what would happen by doubling the segments
of streets affected by this policy. Mr. John commented it also meant that the
cost for marking the streets would be doubled.
Mrs. Crockett agreed that marked crosswalks should be placed
in front of schools. She believed, however, that increasing the amount of streets
to be marked based on vehicle counts will cause traffic problems.
The motion to amend PR134-00, made by Mayor Hindman, seconded
by Mr. Coffman, was approved by voice vote.
The vote on PR134-00, as amended, was recorded as follows:
VOTING YES: CAMPBELL, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, CROCKETT. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. Policy Resolution declared adopted, reading as follows:
B331-00 Accepting a Law Enforcement
Traffic Services Grant; appropriating funds.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Chief Boehm explained that this federal grant is coordinated
through the state and it will be used for traffic enforcement. He noted that
this is the fifth year the department has received some sort of grant funding
through the state for traffic enforcement. He explained that this year's effort
will be related to DWI enforcement in the area of saturation events. Chief Boehm
noted that this will be overtime money for which the officers sign up to work
DWI projects (approximately one event per month, total of four hours per event).
The only match required by the City is the fringe benefits related to the overtime
that will be paid out.
Mr. Janku commented that the Police Department has done a
good job over the years seeking out and receiving federal grants.
B331-00 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: CAMPBELL, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, CROCKETT.
VOTING NO: NO ONE. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B333-00 Approving the final plat of
Vanderveen Crossing, Plat No. 6; authorizing a performance contract.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck noted that a question had been raised about a pedestrian
connection between the residential area and a C-3 lot. This plat is a 40 acre
tract with 96 residential lots and a 2-3 acre C-3 zoned lot. The location of
the proposed connection was pointed out on the overhead.
Mr. Dudark explained the corner lot to be the C-3 commercial
lot. The suggestion had been made that there be a pedestrian easement so residents
could access the commercial area internally without having to go out to the major
street system. He remarked the applicant is not interested in providing the connection
and the City has no authority to require it. Mr. Dudark questioned whether or
not the City should establish some sort of policy should this situation arise
again.
Mr. Janku explained that the Council received a report regarding
such; however, no action was taken to establish some sort of requirement. Mayor
Hindman noted his enthusiasm for requiring such connections.
B333-00 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: CAMPBELL, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSTAINING: CROCKETT. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B338-00 Authorizing an STP-Urban program
agreement with the Missouri Highway & Transportation
Commission
for the Green Meadows Road construction Project.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that this would provide for an agreement
to use some federal money for the Green Meadows Road project to connect Route
AC to Providence Road. He noted the proposed plan to extend Southampton from
State Farm to an intersection with Route AC and this particular road. He explained
that will provide a loop around the major intersection of AC and Providence.
The next step will involve the actual design of the project.
B338-00 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: CAMPBELL, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, CROCKETT.
VOTING NO: NO ONE. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
CONSENT AGENDA
The following bills were given second reading and the resolutions were read
by the Clerk.
B330-00 Appropriating donated funds
from Rick and Sally McDowell to purchase police equipment.
B332-00 Vacating unused utility and
sewer easements located on the Tribune Publishing Company site.
B334-00 Approving the Third Replat of
Part of Lot 103, The Meadows Phase I.
B336-00 Amending Ordinance No. 016578
to correct the legal description of the property located on the
south
side of Smiley Lane that was rezoned from C-3 to R-1.
B339-00 Authorizing an STP-Urban Program
agreement with the Missouri Highway & Transportation
Commission
for the Blue Ridge Road Reconstruction Project.
B340-00 Accepting easements for utility
purposes.
R200-00 Setting a public hearing: water
main construction serving Stonecrest, Plat 1.
R201-00 Setting a public hearing: sidewalk
improvements in the downtown area.
R202-00 Setting a public hearing: storm
drainage improvements in the Crestridge Drive area.
The bills were given third reading and the resolutions
were read with the vote recorded as follows: VOTING YES: CAMPBELL, JOHN,
COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, CROCKETT. VOTING NO: NO ONE. Bills declared
enacted and resolutions declared adopted, reading as follows:
NEW BUSINESS
R206-00 Authorizing an amendment to
agreements with Central Missouri Food Bank relating to CDBG loans
for
a new Food Bank warehouse.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
In 1998 and 1999, Mr. Beck explained that the City allocated
$150,000 to the Food Bank for a new facility. The current request is a transfer
of property security for two CDBG loans which will require an amendment to the
agreements with the agency and a replacement deed of trust. Mr. Beck reported
that staff recommended approval of the amendment.
Peggy Kirkpatrick, Executive Director of the Central Missouri
Food Bank, offered to answer any questions.
Ms. Crayton thanked Ms. Kirkpatrick for all she does for the
community.
The vote on R206-00 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: CAMPBELL,
JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, CROCKETT. VOTING NO: NO ONE. Resolution
declared adopted, reading as follows:
R210-00 Approving the proposal of Boone
County Senior Citizen Services Corporation to construct a
nursing
home facility to be financed by the Industrial Development Authority.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Schneider, an attorney with offices at 11N. Seventh, spoke
on behalf of the Boone County Industrial Development Authority. He explained
that they issue tax exempt bonds and when the projects are located within the
city limits, by statute, the City Council must act upon the bond issue.
Cindy Forbis, 5561 N. Waterfront, Executive Director of the
new not-for-profit county organization created by the County Commission, Boone
Retirement Center, explained that they plan to construct a replacement 122 bed
skilled nursing facility in Bluff Creek Estates. She said they have received
a firm commitment from HUD for the proposal. Ms. Forbis reported the plans are
finished and quick start has been received from HUD.
The vote on R210-00 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: CAMPBELL,
JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, CROCKETT. VOTING NO: NO ONE. Resolution
declared adopted, reading as follows:
R211-00 Authorizing a Memorandum of
Understanding with Stephens College for the lease/purchase of the
Stephens
Lake property.
R212-00 Authorizing a Memorandum of
Understanding with Stephens College for the purchase of the Stephens
Lake
property.
R213-00 Adopting Guidelines for Parks & Recreation
Department Funding and for the Expenditure of Local
Parks
Sales Tax Revenue.
The resolutions were read by the Clerk with the understanding
they would be discussed together and voted on separately.
Mr. Beck said the first two resolutions were placed on the
agenda in order to formalize an agreement with Stephens College in regards to
the purchase price and financing of the lake property prior to the election.
Two alternatives are being suggested; one dealing with a lease/purchase and the
other with an outright purchase. Mr. Beck noted the third resolution would adopt
a format and general guidelines as to how the monies from the sales tax would
be used if approved by the voters.
Mr. Beck summarized the ballot language pertaining to the
parks sales tax issue. He explained that monies generated from the tax would
be used for the purchase of the Stephens property and the development of same,
funding toward implementation of the 1994 Parks Master Plan for the purchase
and development of parks, in addition to providing funding for greenbelts, trail
projects (costs to be determined) and parks that have been developed since the
1994 Plan. Mr. Beck displayed an overhead depicting the City's current parkland
properties and a sales tax comparison with other cities of similar size.
Mr. Beck reported that Stephens College has agreed to sell
the lake property to the City for the appraised value of $7 million under two
alternatives; an outright sale at $7 million, or a lease/purchase agreement at
5.975% interest based on a sales price of $7 million. He reviewed the three alternatives
that had been developed by the Parks and Recreation staff pertaining to the use
of the property. The first option would be to retain the property as a golf course
and park. The second option would be to develop the property as a community park.
And the last option would be to create a conservatory and arboretum. Mr. Beck
noted that these development costs ranged in price from $2-3 million. He asked
the Finance Director to discuss the financial plan.
Ms. Fleming displayed an overhead showing the actual overall
use of the parks sales tax and the funds that would be available to implement
the 1994 plan and the other identified parks needs. In the first year, she explained
the City would only receive six months worth of revenue because the tax could
not be collected until April. She estimated we would receive about $1.86 million
in tax revenues. Another overhead represented the City's financing option if
we bond ourselves. Ms. Fleming indicated the property acquisition line represents
the debt payments we would make out of the parks sales tax. In 2001, the debt
payment would be small because it would be calculated on interest only. She reported
principal and interest payments would begin in 2002 and run through 2005. In
2006, the City would have one-half year's interest payment along with the principal
payment.
Ms. Fleming stated that approximately $2.5 million in funds
will also be set aside for development of the Stephens property. She indicated
this aspect of the project would not be financed, but rather the revenues coming
in would be used for the development. Ms. Fleming noted that the City is behind
on its purchases of capital equipment in the Parks Department and showed a set
of numbers representing the operating items that would be increased over the
current levels. She pointed out the Parks Department had been funded with about
$148,000 worth of capital equipment this year, which is down substantially from
previous years. The last several years they have been funded between $300,000
and $350,000 annually for capital equipment. Ms. Fleming remarked it is believed
that the extra monies generated by the parks tax will allow the Parks and Recreation
Department to become current with their capital needs while also allowing for
the purchase of new equipment that will be necessary as subsequent parkland is
acquired. Furthermore, she noted the addition of seven employees over a ten year
period.
Ms. Fleming reported at the end of ten years, under the bond
financing plan, the City would have accumulated $13,488,000. With the lease/purchase
plan, we will have accumulated $815 more than that. Ms. Fleming remarked that
figure represents the amount of funds that would be available to allow for the
implementation of the 1994 Parks Master Plan as well as the other recreation
needs that had been identified.
Ms. Fleming explained the difference between the two plans.
Under the lease/purchase plan, the City would pay $7 million at the end of the
five year period. In order to have the money available to pay Stephens at the
end of that period, she said the monies collected from the parks tax would have
to be saved. By doing that, Ms. Fleming indicated the City would be able to earn
interest on those funds. She stated the lease/purchase proposal would include
the issuance of semi-annual payments in the amount of $209,125 to Stephens College
at a 5.975% interest rate. Ms. Fleming reported the money accrued from the parks
tax would earn interest at a rate of approximately $625,000 for a number of years.
The total flow of tax dollars under this plan has been estimated at $8,217,435
which represents the $815 difference. Given the fact that it is unknown what
the exact numbers on the interest rate would be, Ms. Fleming calculated this
to be a breakeven proposal. She stated the use of tax dollars under either of
the scenarios are very comparable.
Craig VanMatre, an attorney with offices at 1103 E. Broadway,
spoke on behalf of Stephens College. He asked the Council to seriously consider
the lease/purchase option. Mr. VanMatre reported this financing plan was structured
in such a way to be exactly equal to, or slightly better by $815, than the outright
purchase option. He noted it would make a big difference to the College because
it would mean that they would not have to pay off an existing bond of indebtedness
earlier than what had been anticipated.
Clyde Wilson, 1719 University, spoke in favor of the purchase
of the property. He believed it was difficult to measure the cost of the property
versus the long-term positive effect this parkland would provide to the City.
Bob Northrup, 1808 Monroe, passed out copies of proclamations
recognizing the Northern Cherokee Nation and spoke in support of the proposal.
He explained that the Stephens property is part of an old Cherokee community
called Happy Holler. Mr. Northrup stated that they wish to place a marker on
the Stephens property. He also asked that the creek banks be examined to make
sure there are no burials there.
Waldo Palmer, 414 Alexander, said $10 million for a nine hole
golf course sounded too expensive. He preferred that the property be developed
as a park.
Cindy Sheltmire, 1908 Tremont Court, a local realtor, spoke
in favor of the purchase of the Stephens Lake property. She indicated that the
community needs to consider the incredible asset this property will provide to
the City. Ms. Sheltmire thought 5-10 years from now people will be grateful that
the lake property was saved.
Lela Lee, 1201 Paquin, was concerned about the cost of the
purchase. If the City does purchase the property, she asked that any grave sites
be protected.
Bill Caldwell, 1501 West Boulevard Court, spoke in support
of the purchase with reservations. He reported if the property is developed as
a golf course, he will never support another City tax increase. He believed that
golf did not benefit enough people.
Sue Tellemuh, 306 Westridge Drive, spoke in favor of the City
acquiring the Stephens property. She noted that Cosmo Park has been cleverly
developed to serve a wide range of needs and she was certain the same would be
true of this tract.
Skip Walther, 700 Cherry, thanked the Council for bringing
Proposition One before the voters. He was hopeful that residents realize that
the Council's decision to place this issue on the ballot to give voters an opportunity
to either support or defeat the purchase of the property was based on a deadline
imposed upon the City by Stephens College.
Henry Lane, 1816 E. Broadway, did not believe the College
had anyone else that would be willing to pay $7 million for the property. He
wondered why the current purchase price is so much when just a few years ago
Stephens was asking for only $2.5 million.
Mary Hubbel Avery, 302 McNabb, spoke in favor of the purchase.
Urban Wussler, Bluff Boulevard, remarked this issue relates
to the City sales tax rate and the future of the same. He spoke about the relationship
of this proposed sales tax increase to the deposit law. Mr. Wussler believed
if the sales tax increase is approved, it would be an encouragement to the people
of this community to go outside the city limits to purchase their soda, beer,
cigarettes, and gasoline. He recommended that voters should defeat this measure
until a more satisfactory way can be found to purchase Stephens Lake. Mr. Wussler
supports the City's purchase of the property, but he does not support the way
they are going about it.
Peter Yronwode, 203 Orchard Court, spoke in favor of preserving
this large tract of greenspace for the citizens of Columbia.
Fran Pope, 2407 Lynnwood, believed there is widespread community
support for the purchase of the property. Ms. Pope was certain that regardless
of how the land is developed, it would be done well because of the City's outstanding
Parks and Recreation Department.
Peter Bieger, 1211 E. Walnut, spoke in favor of the Stephens
Lake proposal. His preference was the outright purchase of the property. He believed
that the parks and recreational opportunities in Columbia have been a major source
of its prosperity and success in attracting commerce. Mr. Bieger commented that
Stephens Lake is a historic treasure, priceless and a natural living monument.
Chip Cooper, 500 Longfellow, pointed out that City plans currently
predict that 5,611 acres will be developed in the next 20 years, primarily for
600 to 700 new dwelling units per year during that time. He pointed out that
we currently have a ratio of about 25 acres of parks and open space land for
each 1,000 residents, for a total of 1,980 acres. Mr. Cooper reported Columbia's
population is projected to reach 103,000 by the year 2020 compared to the 79,000
today. If the City is to maintain our current ratio, he indicated we would need
to add approximately 600 acres of parks and open space during that time -- which
is somewhere around 25 to 30 acres per year. He remarked that would calculate
into preserving about 10% of the land that is to be developed as green space.
He did not believe it was asking too much to save one acre for every nine acres
that are developed. Mr. Cooper supported a pro-active plan to ensure that the
City sets aside a small percentage of greenspace for the people of this community.
Mayor Hindman noted that the legislation before the Council
this evening had been drafted before receiving Stephen's latest offer. He asked
Mr. Boeckmann if any amendments would be needed. Regarding R211-00, Mr. Boeckmann
said the semi-annual lease payments should be amended to reflect $209,125. He
reported the sales purchase price needs to be changed to read $7 million in R211-00
and R212-00.
Mayor Hindman encouraged the Council to accept the offer.
His only question was which payment plan should be accepted.
Mr. Campbell suggested that the Council proceed with R211-00
because the City will be paying exactly the same dollars and he wanted to see
Stephens benefit rather than an out-of-town group.
Mr. Campbell made the motion that the language in R211-00
be amended to reflect the semi-annual lease payment of $209,125. The motion was
seconded by Ms. Crayton and approved unanimously by voice vote.
There was a discussion at this point as to whether or not
the Council should decide on which purchase option to accept after the election.
Mrs. Crockett thought the voters should know what they would be voting on.
Mr. John noted that in August when the Council voted to place
this issue on the ballot, he was under the impression that a good portion of
the monies received from the parks tax would free up monies in the general fund
for other programs. At the work session held a week ago when the Council met
to decide how that 1/8 of one percent would be spent, it was determined that
the voters would be told that approximately $600,000 would be used for future
parks acquisition, an additional $600,000 or so would be added to the Parks and
Recreation budget, and another third would be put back in the general fund to
be used for other things. Mr. John stated now he is being told the entire revenues
generated from the tax would be needed for parks. He indicated he was not sure
he could support the entire process.
Mr. John reported that the Fire Department has been in need
of three additional stations since 1994, and the City has not fully funded any
other departments. He said the Council continually talks about the importance
of sidewalks and streets which are also not fully funded and yet, for some reason,
it has become important to fully fund the 1994 Parks Plan. Mr. John observed
the parks tax would raise $27 million over the next ten years according to the
figures he has seen. He noted that the Council has currently approved a $5 million
annual Parks budget -- which is above and beyond the $3 million that the City
collects from golf and other fee payments. In addition, Mr. John stated the Council
also approved $1 million in capital improvements for this department, and last
year the voters approved $13 million for the recreation center. He believed the
citizens need to know that the City has not spent that kind of money for Police,
Fire and other infrastructure needs.
Mr. Janku said the issue of priorities is an important one
and he thought the community would discuss that. Looking at the capital improvement
budget for the next five years, excluding parks, the City is committed to spending
$171 million. Mr. Janku reported this is funding for streets, sewers, water,
electric, storm water, etc. He pointed out that there is a dedicated one-half
cent tax for transportation which goes to fund streets, the airport, sidewalks,
etc. He noted voters passed a $39 million ballot issue for Water and Light needs
and $20 million for sewers. He did not think it was fair to say the Council has
neglected basic infrastructure. Mr. Janku commented that in recent years the
Council proposed ballot issues regarding Police and Fire improvements, and those
were unfortunately defeated by the voters.
Mr. Campbell described many of the City's parks needs and
said the Stephens property would provide a very limited amount of it. He thought
Columbia's future needs will not be solved by the purchase of the Stephens property,
but that happens to be the property before them at this time and he felt it was
their duty to put it before the voters.
Mayor Hindman believed the extra income generated from the
parks tax will in no way adversely affect what the Council plans to do with respect
to the other needs of the City. He agreed that they have done a good job of trying
to balance the various capital demands.
Mrs. Crockett indicated she was disappointed to hear at the
last work session that none of the general fund monies that would become available
by passage of the parks tax would be used for anything other than the 1994 Parks
Plan. She noted there has not been anymore discussions about using general fund
money for the Police Department.
Mr. Beck said this Council, and future Councils, will make
a decision on prioritizing capital improvement projects. He indicated during
next year's budget discussions, the Council will need to decide how much general
fund money, over and above what is generated by the parks tax, should be added
to the Parks and Recreation budget.
Mr. Coffman indicated the need to address some issues in the
list of proposed priorities that would clearly be in competition for general
revenue funds. He is supportive of increasing funding for the Police and Fire
Departments in the future. He believed, however, that the public should know
that the funds generated by the parks tax will go toward parks. As far as his
preference for uses of the Stephens property, Mr. Coffman said what he had heard
the most requests for was a community park. He also favored the lease/purchase
plan that would be the most beneficial option for Stephens College.
Mr. Janku agreed the Council had talked about being able to
provide additional funding to the Police budget if the parks tax is passed, but
he said the community response he was hearing is that all the money generated
by this tax should go toward parks. He also concurred that if the lease/purchase
plan is the most beneficial to Stephens, that is the one the Council should support.
Mrs. Crockett agreed with Mr. Janku's comments, but she thought
it would be a harder sell.
The vote on R211-00, as amended, was recorded as follows:
VOTING YES: CAMPBELL, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, CROCKETT. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. Resolution declared adopted, reading as follows:
Mayor Hindman made the motion that R212-00 be amended
by changing the purchase price to $7 million. The motion was seconded by
Mr. Coffman and approved unanimously by voice vote.
The vote on R212-00, as amended, was recorded as follows:
VOTING YES: NO ONE. VOTING NO: CAMPBELL, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU,
CROCKETT. Resolution defeated.
The vote on R213-00 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES:
CAMPBELL, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, CRAYTON, JANKU, CROCKETT. VOTING NO: JOHN. Resolution
declared adopted, reading as follows:
R205-00 Authorizing agreements with
various cultural organizations.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that this resolution pertains to 16 contracts
with 14 local art agencies totaling $68,000.
The vote on R205-00 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: CAMPBELL,
JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, JANKU, CROCKETT. VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: CRAYTON.
Resolution declared adopted, reading as follows:
R207-00 Accepting a COPS in Schools
Grant from the U.S. Department of Justice.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Chief Boehm explained that the appropriation for this grant
had been approved in the FY 2001 budget. He reported the program would provide
for three full-time police officers as school resource officers. Each officer
will be assigned to one middle school and one junior high school. The total appropriation
for the three year period is $368,001. Chief Boehm reported that the grant would
pay 100% of the salary costs associated with this program with the exception
for a small fringe benefit related to deferred compensation. He indicated that
would be the City match.
The vote on R207-00 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: CAMPBELL,
JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, JANKU, CROCKETT. VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: CRAYTON.
Resolution declared adopted, reading as follows:
R208-00 Authorizing an agreement with
R. W. Beck, Inc. for consulting services for the Columbia Energy
Center
Project.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Malon explained that this particular agreement is different
from the traditional engineering agreement in that the City will not be required
to do any design or bids. He reported the City will be the owner's engineer on
the project to help negotiate prices and to ensure that all criteria is met within
the development and purchase power agreements. Mr. Malon stated the actual costs
will be by the hour, but it was believed the amount shown will be more than sufficient.
The vote on R208-00 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: CAMPBELL,
JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, JANKU, CROCKETT. VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: CRAYTON.
Resolution declared adopted, reading as follows:
R209-00 Rejecting all bids for rehabilitation
of the airfield lighting control system at Columbia Regional Airport.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that only one bid had been received on
this project and it was almost twice as much as the engineer's estimate. After
conferring with FAA, the Public Works Department is recommending denial of the
bid. Mr. Beck commented the Federal Aviation Administration would be providing
a 90% match for the project. The plan is to rebid this project on October 31,
2000.
The vote on R209-00 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: CAMPBELL,
JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN, JANKU, CROCKETT. VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: CRAYTON.
Resolution declared adopted, reading as follows:
The following bills were introduced by the Mayor, unless otherwise indicated, and all were given first reading:
B342-00 Authorizing construction of
a 12-inch water main serving Stonecrest, Plat 1; authorizing payment
of
differential
costs.
B343-00 Accepting easements for utility
purposes.
B344-00 Authorizing the City manager
to execute a contract for the sale of railroad property south of Rogers
Street
owned by the City.
B345-00 Vacating a waterline easement
located within the proposed Katy Lake Estates Subdivision, Plat 3-H.
B346-00 Approving the final plat of
Katy Lake Estates, Plat 3-H, a replat of Lots 344 and 345 of Katy Lake
Estates,
Plat 3; authorizing a performance contract.
B347-00 Approving the C-P Development
Plan of Burger King Corporation.
B348-00 Authorizing an agreement with
Fairway Meadows Corporation regarding storm drainage improve-
ments
in Sedona Villas; appropriating funds.
B349-00 Confirming the contract of Twin
Traffic Marking Corporation for the repainting of all runway and
taxiway
markings at Columbia Regional Airport.
B350-00 Authorizing an agreement with
the Missouri Department of Health for Transitional HIV Case
Management
Services; appropriating funds.
B351-00 Authorizing tourism development
agreements with various organizations; appropriating funds.
REPORTS AND PETITIONS
A) Intra-departmental Transfer of Funds
Report accepted.
B) Street Closure Request
Mr. Janku made the motion that the request be approved as
submitted. The motion was seconded by Mr. Campbell and approved unanimously by
voice vote.
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
Upon receiving the majority vote of the Council the following
individuals were appointed to the following Boards and Commissions:
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT ALTERNATE
Schilling, Donald J., 904 Edgewood, Ward 4 - term to expire 11/1/05
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Johnston, David A., 2701 Chambray Road, Ward 4 - term to expire 12/31/03
Stockglausner, Vickie K., 1515 Jake Lane, Ward 4 - term to expire 12/31/03
CONVENTION & VISI8TORS ADVISORY BOARD
Kirkum, Terry R., 900 Vandiver, O/O - term to expire 9/30/02
MAYOR'S COMMITTEE ON PHYSICAL FITNESS
Atkinson, Kira M., 5106 Millbrook, County
Bruckerhoff, Diane M., 3728 S. Old Ridge Court, County
SUBSTANCE ABUSE ADVISORY COMMISSION
Corkery, Peggy, 160 W. Green Meadows Road, Ward 5 - term to expire 10/31/03
Priesmeyer, Joseph M., 2003 Crestridge Drive, Ward 4 - term to expire 10/31/03
INTERNET CITIZEN'S ADVISORY GROUP
Benish, Debin G., 7469 E. Mt. Zion Church Road - term to expire 10/15/01
Greer, Wayne, 2811 Skylark, Ward 5 - term to expire 10/15/02
Hickman, Tim, 3305 Appalachian Drive, Ward 4 - term to expire 10/15/02
John, Karen M., 1001 LaGrange Court, Ward 5 - term to expire 10/15/03
Roach, J. Michael, 2300 Hastings Court, County - term to expire 10/15/01
Swingle, David L., 1520 Prestwick Drive, Ward 5 - term to expire 10/15/03
Youmans, Ann M., 1513 Rosemary, Ward 6 - term to expire 10/15/03
COMMENTS OF COUNCIL, STAFF, AND PUBLIC
Mr. Campbell announced that he would not seek re-election
for the fourth ward office in the upcoming April election. Mrs. Crockett reported
she also would not be seeking re-election in April.
Mr. Janku remarked that he had received a call regarding speeding
on Garden Drive south of Primrose, between I-70 Drive and Primrose. He asked
the staff to look into any potential traffic calming measures.
Mr. Janku noted that money had been put in the budget this
year to help with the appearance of the Business Loop.
Mr. Janku made the motion that staff be directed to work with
the new development going in to ensure we can preserve at least a corridor for
sidewalks. The motion was seconded by Mayor Hindman and approved unanimously
by voice vote.
Mr. Janku said he had been asked if the outer circle of the
new roundabout could be painted yellow for visibility.
Mayor Hindman noted that the compost site has been closed
at Capen Park and he heard reports that people cannot find the compost site at
Cosmo Park. He suggested that maybe some sort of sign could be placed at the
former Capen site with a map showing how to find the site at Cosmo.
Mayor Hindman reported he had received complaints from persons
with disabilities about the situation by the former TCBY store. He spoke about
the lack of a curb cut or ramp and persons in wheelchairs have no way to get
back to the street. He suggested perhaps a temporary plywood ramp could be constructed.
Mayor Hindman said he had been asked about the traffic signal
at the Parkade Boulevard/Business Loop 70 intersection. The feeling was that
traffic is stopped when it does not need to be. Mr. Beck replied that Mr. Patterson
has asked the State to look at the signal system on the Business Loop.
The meeting adjourned at 12:10 A.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Penny
St. Romaine
City
Clerk
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