INTRODUCTORY
The City Council of the City of Columbia, Missouri met for
a regular meeting at 7:00 p.m., on Monday, July 7, 2003, in the Council Chamber
of the City of Columbia, Missouri. The roll was taken with the following results:
Council Members JANKU, LOVELESS, HUTTON, JOHN, ASH, and CRAYTON were present.
MAYOR HINDMAN was absent. The City Manager, City Counselor, City Clerk and various
Department Heads were also present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The minutes of the regular meeting of June 16, 2003, were
approved unanimously by voice vote on a motion by Mr. Janku and a second by Mr.
John.
APPROVAL AND ADJUSTMENT OF AGENDA INCLUDING CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Pro tem Loveless noted that Report G would be added
under Reports and Petitions.
The agenda, as amended, including the Consent Agenda, was
approved unanimously by voice vote on a motion by Mr. Janku and a second by Mr.
Ash.
SPECIAL ITEMS
Mr. Loveless reported that Mayor Hindman had come through
his surgery fine this morning.
SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
B138-03 Rezoning property located on the south side of Aspen
Drive, approximately 275 feet west of West Boulevard; approving the C-P Development
Plan of University Chrysler, Phase 2.
The bill was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck stated staff received another request to table this
item.
Mayor Pro tem Loveless opened the public hearing.
Mr. John made the motion that B138-03 be tabled to the July
21, 2003, meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Ash and approved unanimously
by voice vote.
Mayor Pro tem Loveless continued the public hearing to July
21, 2003.
B179-03 Amending Chapter 23 of the Code as it relates to banners.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that Boone Hospital Center submitted a
request for banners and it had been processed through the Planning and Zoning
Commission. He indicated the Hospital wanted to place banners on light poles,
similar to those used in the downtown area.
Mayor Pro tem Loveless opened the public hearing.
There being no comments, Mayor Pro tem Loveless closed the
public hearing.
B179-03 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, LOVELESS, HUTTON, JOHN, ASH, CRAYTON. VOTING NO:
NO ONE. ABSENT: HINDMAN. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B190-03 Voluntary annexation of property located at the north
terminus of Shamrock Drive and north of Kelsey Drive; establishing permanent
zoning.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that this 22 acre tract is located in northeast
Columbia. Besides seeking voluntary annexation, the applicant is asking that
11 plus acres be zoned R-1 and 10.2 acres zoned R-2. Staff recommended approval
of the permanent zoning requests, and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended
approval of the R-1 request, but recommended denial of the R-2 request.
Mayor Pro tem Loveless opened the public hearing.
Tom Schneider, an attorney with offices at 11 N. Seventh,
spoke on behalf of the OFW Corporation, the contract purchaser with a contract
contingency on annexation and rezoning. He circulated photos of existing duplexes,
one of which was built by OFW. Mr. Schneider noted that the proposed duplexes
will have two car garages per unit and these will not be cookie-cutter duplexes
by any means. He reiterated that the plan is consistent with the City's 2020
Plan with the duplex portion being contiguous to existing duplexes to the south
and the west. Mr. Schneider indicated that the proposed boundary between the
R-1 and R-2 developments line up with the existing zoning boundary between R-1
and R-2 to the south. In the event the rezoning is not approved, Mr. Schneider
commented that OFW does not wish to proceed with the annexation. He pointed out
that the applicant recently met with a newly formed neighborhood association
to provide more information about this project.
Tom Weable, 2401 Lentz Drive, President of the Green Acres
Neighborhood Association, remarked that he has been happy with the houses built
in Green Acres thus far, but said residents are opposed to the R-2 request planned
in Phase 4. The neighborhood believed that two streets of duplexes seemed a bit
extreme to be used as a buffer between Indian Hills and their subdivision. He
said there is already a park and a wooded area that could be used as a buffer.
Mr. Weable reported residents were also concerned about the additional traffic
the duplex development would create. He handed the Clerk a petition signed by
83% of the neighborhood property owners who are opposed to the duplex development.
John Gage, 2301 Shamrock Drive, said he would be living at
the end of the proposed R-2 area. He spoke highly of the OFW Corporation and
he supported both zoning requests.
Mayor Pro tem Loveless closed the public hearing.
Mr. Hutton thought that 10 acres of R-2 in this area was too
excessive. He said if the proposed duplex development was smaller, it could possibly
be considered a buffer. Mr. Hutton commented that an R-1 area that is buffered
from a park by R-2 did not make sense to him. He felt that the proliferation
of R-2 zoning in this section of town has been way overdone and he intended to
oppose the R-2 zoning request.
Mr. Schneider reiterated that his client would not annex this
property if the zoning is not approved as requested on both tracts.
B190-03 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: NO ONE. VOTING NO: JANKU, LOVELESS, HUTTON, JOHN, ASH, CRAYTON.
ABSENT: HINDMAN. Bill defeated.
B196-03 Approving the C-P Development Plan of Lot 1 Hyde Park
Block 2 (Burger King).
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Dudark explained the location of the property to be on
the south side of Nifong and east side of Hyde Park Drive, a north/south residential
street which intersects Nifong. Directly to the west is a Kentucky Fried Chicken
Restaurant. He noted that a Burger King restaurant is proposed for this tract.
Mr. Dudark reported the Planning and Zoning Commission discussed
three issues when reviewing this request. He noted that two of them (a change
in the sign size and the height of the light poles) have been resolved. The primary
issue related to traffic. Mr. Dudark stated that the current design would not
provide for a left turn out at the intersection of Hyde Park and Nifong, but
would permit westbound traffic a left turn in off of Route AC. Both right in/right
out turning movements would also be allowed. He indicated that some sort of median
would be placed in the intersection to prohibit the left out movement. Mr. Dudark
noted that a traffic study had been conducted by the applicant's traffic engineer
and it was reviewed and approved by the Missouri Department of Transportation.
He stated that the majority of the Planning and Zoning Commission felt the left
turn in from Route AC would not be safe.
Mr. John asked if he understood that both City staff and MoDOT
agree with the traffic study and feel that a left turn can be done safety. Mr.
Dudark said that was correct.
Mayor Pro-tem Loveless opened the public hearing.
Dave Bennett, an engineer with Engineering Surveys and Services,
1113 Fay Street, offered to answer any questions.
Mr. Janku inquired about stacking distance.
Julie Noltho, Professional Traffic Operations Engineer with
Crawford, Bunty, Braemeyer, explained that the current stacking distance is a
little over 100 feet, which could accommodate four cars. The peak queuing anticipated
is two cars or less which she said would result in ample stacking distance.
Mr. Janku asked how the anticipated future growth of the area
factors into the traffic study. Ms. Noltho replied that the study was based on
existing conditions plus the addition of a new Burger King restaurant. The study
did not forecast out 10 to 20 years. However, she has had discussions with both
MoDOT and City staff and it is understood that should conditions in the future
warrant such, the left turn in movement could be eliminated.
Mayor Pro tem Loveless closed the public hearing.
In reading the report, Mr. Ash picked up on two things: one
was the concern this area could become another Clark Lane, and the second was
that the same traffic experts that approved the Clark Lane design signed off
on this project.
Mr. John commented that traffic studies will have to be submitted
for any future development along Hyde Park. He wanted to make it clear that if
the left turn in becomes untenable (grade D or F), it would be eliminated. Mr.
John related that would be the rule and nobody would have any room to complain.
Mr. Janku noted the proposed left turn in would allow some
traffic to be diverted that would otherwise be taking time at the signal. If
this turning movement is not allowed, it might be necessary to lengthen the left
turn light which could cause a delay in eastbound traffic.
Mr. Ash asked if businesses in the Clark Lane area had to
submit plans prior to development. Mr. John replied that there is open zoning
along this strip so plans were not required.
B196-03 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, LOVELESS, HUTTON, JOHN, ASH, CRAYTON. VOTING NO:
NO ONE. ABSENT: HINDMAN. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B202-03 Authorizing construction of water main serving North
Hampton Woods, Plat 1; authorizing payment of differential costs.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Under City policy, Mr. Beck explained the City pays for the
extra diameter of pipe over and above what the developer is required to pay.
In this case, staff has calculated a 16-inch main is needed at a length of 4,920
feet. The City's cost for this project will be $98,500 to be paid out of Water
and Light funds.
Mayor Pro tem Loveless opened the public hearing.
There being no comments, Mayor Pro tem Loveless closed the
public hearing.
B202-03 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, LOVELESS, HUTTON, JOHN, ASH, CRAYTON. VOTING NO:
NO ONE. ABSENT: HINDMAN. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B204-03 Calling for bids: construction of Brown School/Oakland
Gravel Road/Roger Wilson Drive intersection.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Patterson explained this project will consist of relocating
the existing Roger Wilson Drive and a portion of Oakland Gravel Road to create
a new intersection with Brown School Road and a new connection to the interchange
at US 63. The pavement portion between the intersection and the connection to
63 will be a five lane section as required by MoDOT. The intersection will be
designed to accommodate a fully signalized intersection at some point in the
future. The estimated cost of the project is about $900,000 and it has been agreed
that it will be equally funded by the City and the property owner to the west.
Mr. Patterson reported the Council has already appropriated $320,000 for the
project and the balance will come from annual program projects at the time the
bid is awarded and the exact amount is known.
Mr. Patterson reported the Oakland Gravel portion will terminate
into a cul-de-sac and as part of the agreement, he said the City would be expected
to acquire some off-site easements. He indicated that Drew Properties has already
secured and dedicated all of the rights-of-way to allow the project to proceed.
He noted formalization of these agreements have been drafted and are ready for
execution.
Mayor Pro tem Loveless opened the public hearing.
There being no comments, Mayor Pro tem Loveless closed the
public hearing.
B204-03 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, LOVELESS, HUTTON, JOHN, ASH, CRAYTON. VOTING NO:
NO ONE. ABSENT: HINDMAN. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B206-03 Calling for bids: repairs on the Blind Boone Home.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck stated that staff has continued to work with the
State Historic Preservation office and the John William Boone Foundation Board
to renovate the Blind Boone Home. A local architect was hired to develop a plan
for such with the estimated cost of the work being approximately $100,000. Funding
for the project will come from a $25,000 State Historic Preservation Grant and
the remainder from CDBG monies.
Mayor Pro tem Loveless opened the public hearing.
Lucille Salerno, 806 Bourne, spoke in support of the renovation
efforts. She spoke of the home's historic value. Ms. Salerno reported that her
group has recently gone before the Advisory Commission of the State's Historic
Preservation Office to request that the level at which the Boone Home is recognized
on the list of historic structures be increased to that of national significance.
She noted the request passed the Advisory Commission unanimously and they are
now waiting for federal approval. Ms. Salerno indicated this increased recognition
would allow them to apply for grants which are substantially significant.
Anthony Holland, 306 El Cortez, a member of the Boone Foundation,
urged the Council to support this work. He believed the home's renovation will
play a considerable role in the future of heritage tourism for the City of Columbia.
Mayor Pro tem Loveless thanked both speakers for all of the
work they put into this project.
Eric Rozelle, Project Architect with Peckham and Wright, displayed
a rendering of the proposed renovation work.
Mayor Pro tem Loveless closed the public hearing.
B206-03 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, LOVELESS, HUTTON, JOHN, ASH, CRAYTON. VOTING NO:
NO ONE. ABSENT: HINDMAN. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
R148-03 Amending the 2002 CDBG Action Plan; establishing a
steering committee to assist with a housing market study.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that some time ago, staff submitted a report
to the Council regarding housing analysis that would provide information to housing
developers, builders, lenders, realtors, the Columbia Housing Authority, City
staff, neighborhood organizations and the general public concerning the community's
need for housing. The cost of the study is projected to be $45,000. Being proposed
is a nine person steering committee that would guide the selection of the individual
who would work on the analysis. This committee will be appointed by the Mayor
and will include representation from the following contributing organizations:
Board of Realtors, Homebuilders Association, REDI, Chamber of Commerce and the
Columbia Housing Authority. Mr. Beck indicated that two members will be chosen
from the banking community and two members will be chosen from interested neighborhood
associations or non-profit housing development organizations. He reported that
he met with representatives from HUD recently, and they were very interested
in seeing this study completed. The study will also be used in the City's Consolidated
Plan (HUD plan) which has to be updated from time to time.
Mayor Pro tem Loveless opened the public hearing.
John Clark, 403 N. Ninth, spoke on behalf of the North Central
Columbia Neighborhood Association. Since CDBG funds will be used to pay for 50%
of the study, he advocated that 50% of the members on the steering committee
should be either low to moderate income individuals, or should be people from
organizations that directly represents these folks. He suggested the make-up
of the committee be changed to 11 members. Mr. Clark also recommended that Dale
Whitman, a professor at the Law School, be appointed to the committee as he has
30 years of experience in the development of the policies and mechanisms that
has provided housing for low to moderate income people. He also suggested that
each of the organizations select their own representatives.
Mayor Pro tem Loveless closed the public hearing.
Mr. Janku suggested the committee consist of a minimum of
nine members and add that at least two members shall be chosen from interested
neighborhood associations or nonprofit housing development organizations.
Mr. John noted that half the money being used for this study
is public money and he wondered when bankers, realtors or individuals from the
Homebuilders Association are no longer considered members of the public. He stated
that these organizations contributed to this study because they are trying to
assist in creating housing stock that is marketable.
Mr. Loveless thought the organizations who contributed to
the funding have as much interest in an assessment of affordable housing as they
do in any other such housing. He agreed they are just as much a member of the
public as is anyone else.
Ms. Crayton remarked that all aspects of the community should
have a voice in this study.
Mr. Ash wondered about a large committee's ability in getting
anything accomplished. He did not want to see any suggested members removed.
Mr. Janku thought the Mayor, or his designee, should use their
judgement and skill to come up with a group.
Mr. Janku made a motion to amend R148-03 by adding that the
committee shall consist of "at least" nine members appointed by the Mayor, and "at
least" two members shall be chosen from interested neighborhood associations
or non-profit housing development organizations. The motion was seconded by Mr.
Hutton and approved unanimously by voice vote.
The vote on R148-03, as amended, was recorded as follows:
VOTING YES: JANKU, LOVELESS, HUTTON, JOHN, ASH, CRAYTON. VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT:
HINDMAN. Resolution declared adopted, reading as follows:
OLD BUSINESS
R123-03 Waiving the annexation requirement for a sewer connection
to Gas Light Acres; denying waiver of the annexation requirement for a sewer
connection to Boone Industrial Park.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Loveless noted that a request to table had been received.
Mr. Hutton made the motion that R123-03 be tabled to the August
4, 2003, meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Janku and approved unanimously
by voice vote.
R134-03 Approving the preliminary plat of Woodland Springs.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck noted that he had given the Council a letter received
today from the University of Missouri addressing what they understood the agreements
to be relating to the driveways into the property. The staff is recommending
approval of the request and the Commission is not because of the driveway.
Dan Simon, an attorney with offices at 203 Executive Building,
spoke on behalf of the property owner, the University of Missouri and KMI, the
proposed developer. He said the University dedicated right-of-way for the widening
of Clark Lane as part of their negotiations with the City for two full service
access entryways into this property. Mr. Simon believed to change it now would
not be in keeping with that agreement. He saw no reason to breach the agreement
or to inconvenience the property owner he represents as well as the property
owner on the north side of Route PP. Immediately across from this tract, Mr.
Simon pointed out there is already a full service entryway. With the understanding
that Clark Lane is a busy road, his client realizes that MoDOT and the City,
at any time when circumstances dictate, have the right to close the left in and
left out entryway. Mr. Simon said they have no problem accepting that as a complete
right the City and MoDOT can exercise without compensation. He referred to the
traffic study approved by MoDOT and the City indicating a full service entryway
at this location is acceptable and will work acceptably. He said it is not only
something that will work, but something that is desirable. Mr. Simon submitted
there is no reason to alter the agreement made with the University at the time
the right-of-way was dedicated.
Mr. Janku asked if the businesses listed in the traffic study
are the actual businesses that will be constructed on the tract. Mr. Simon replied
they are examples. Mr. Janku asked about easements on Lots 106 and 107 regarding
a connection to the east.
Jay Gebhardt, an engineer with A Civil Group, 1010 Fay Street,
said the connection was discussed back in January, but because of the terrain
to the east, he said it would be difficult to get a street over to the Cavanaugh
property on the east side. Mr. Janku asked about linking the Hampton Inn driveway
to the one on the west. Mr. Gebhardt explained that the Hampton Inn driveway
is the second access point to the Burger King Restaurant. He said it just so
happens that the owners of the Hampton Inn are also looking at property for another
hotel on this site. Mr. Gebhardt related there is an opportunity for discussion
of it, but at this point, they do not have any way of getting an easement from
them. In addition, MoDOT indicated they would not be willing to purchase an easement
for them.
Mr. Hutton saw this as similar to the earlier case involving
Route AC wherein MoDOT and City staff are approving the projects, and the Planning
and Zoning Commission is not. He reiterated the Council's ability to change an
access point if it is not working. Mr. Hutton wondered the point of a traffic
study if it is going to be ignored. He did not see this proposal as a huge detriment
to the traffic on Clark Lane.
Mr. Ash pointed out that improvements will be made to Clark
Lane as part of this project. Regarding fixing things later, he asked if that
has ever been done. Mr. Patterson replied that the City would have to request
a change from the MoDOT in the traffic or turning movements. He said they would
base it on their studies as to whether or not the change is warranted and justified.
One example he thought of was the recent construction on the west side of Nifong
and Providence. Mr. Patterson reported that a median was installed at this location
to prevent turning movements on that outer road. Mr. Janku also remembered the
removal of the stoplight at Brickton and Falling Leaf.
Mr. Janku questioned why there is no taper at the western
entrance. Mr. Gebhardt replied that had been originally proposed by the City's
traffic engineer. He indicated that MoDOT did not think it was necessary for
the amount of traffic that would be turning in at this location. Mr. Gebhardt
thought it would be better to construct a large radius than a deceleration lane.
Mr. Janku made the motion that R134-03 be amended to reflect
the preliminary plat dated May 22, 2003. The motion was seconded by Ms. Crayton
and approved unanimously by voice vote.
The vote on R134-03, as amended, was recorded as follows:
VOTING YES: JANKU, LOVELESS, HUTTON, JOHN, ASH, CRAYTON. VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT:
HINDMAN. Resolution declared adopted, reading as follows:
B177-03 Approving the replat of a portion of F. C. Bradford's
Subdivision.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Dudark explained that this lot is located on the south
side of Anthony Street. There is currently a single family home on the property.
Mr. Dudark reported that a survey of all the houses in this area determined the
median setback was 30.8 feet. This plat would dedicate an additional 5 feet of
right-of-way across the front of the lot and would establish a front building
line of 25 feet. This would be the equivalent of 30 feet from the existing right-of-way
line, which is very close to the 30.8 foot median.
Ron Lueck, a Land Surveyor with Marshall Engineering and Surveying,
300 St. James, explained that the plat is adjacent to, but not included in, the
East Campus Overlay District. He offered to answer any questions.
B177-03 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, LOVELESS, HUTTON, JOHN, ASH, CRAYTON. VOTING NO:
NO ONE. ABSENT: HINDMAN. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B194-03 Vacating a portion of right-of-way for Watson Place;
authorizing an agreement with Marco Investments, Inc.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that staff was not opposed to this vacation.
He noted the property owner will build an 8 foot sidewalk which is consistent
with what exists in the downtown area.
B194-03 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, LOVELESS, HUTTON, JOHN, ASH, CRAYTON. VOTING NO:
NO ONE. ABSENT: HINDMAN. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B195-03 Authorizing an access easement agreement with Harry
Ewing and Ewing Investments, LLC.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Dudark explained that Harry Ewing is the developer of
the Ewing Industrial Park northeast of Brown Station Road and Peabody Road. He
wishes to construct a road across City property to access the property he wants
to develop to the east of the City-owned property. The road would extend from
Peabody Road across the City property just north of the Bolstad Substation. In
order to build the road, Mr. Dudark reported the City would need to grant a road
easement 66 feet wide and approximately 800 feet long. The road would be built
at no cost to the City and would be dedicated to the City for maintenance. Mr.
Dudark indicated that Mr. Ewing has offered three considerations if the City
grants the road easement as follows: a 50 foot wide greenbelt trail easement
through his property along the north side of Hinkson Creek east to Rogers Road,
he would voluntarily annex the remainder of his property, and he would provide
a 60 foot wide railroad easement with the location to be determined by the requirements
of future users and the Columbia Terminal Railroad.
David Rogers, an attorney with offices at 813 E. Walnut, spoke
on behalf of Harry Ewing and Ewing Investments. He said authorization of this
access easement would put property back on the tax rolls that is currently landlocked.
The City would also benefit from the greenbelt and railroad easements.
B195-03 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, LOVELESS, HUTTON, JOHN, ASH, CRAYTON. VOTING NO:
NO ONE. ABSENT: HINDMAN. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B198-03 Establishing Sanitary Sewer District No. 158 in the
Old Plank Subdivision.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Patterson related that in meetings with property owners,
staff developed a concept for the subject lots north of Old Plank Road. He indicated
that there would be eight lots in the proposed district. The properties were
voluntarily annexed in April of 2001 to allow for a connection to City sewer.
He said the proposed sewer district will eliminate a single cell lagoon.
Mr. Patterson reported the approximate cost of constructing
the sewer line is $67,000. In accordance with City policy, he said four of the
eight lots would have assessments that would be capped at $5,000 on the initial
tax bill assessment. This would result in about $29,500 in deferred tax bills
to the sewer utility. Mr. Patterson indicated this ordinance will establish the
legal boundaries of the district; however, a public hearing will follow which
will determine the necessity for construction of such. At that time, the maximum
sewer tax bill rate will be established at about $0.29 per square foot.
B198-03 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, LOVELESS, HUTTON, JOHN, ASH, CRAYTON. VOTING NO:
NO ONE. ABSENT: HINDMAN. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B200-03 Confirming the contract of N-J Wilson Contracting,
Inc. for the construction of Heather Lane.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Patterson explained approval of this ordinance would award
the contract to N-J Wilson for their bid of $124,224.20. He indicated this is
just the base bid of the project and only includes the construction of the street.
At the time of the bid call, staff needed direction from the Council in regard
to the sidewalk construction. For that reason, alternates were bid. Mr. Patterson
pointed out that a contract is always awarded on the base bid and then the alternates
are added based on the availability of funds. If a five foot sidewalk is added
on the east side (which is recommended by staff due to the apartments), it would
increase the project cost by $15,096 for a total of $139,320. If Council wishes
to add the sidewalk on the west side, this would add another $16,558 for a project
total of $155,878.
Mr. John commented that if either or both of the alternates
are considered, the third bid actually becomes the low bidder. He pointed out
an approximate $4,000 difference. Mr. John was concerned about a tendency to
fudge the base bid down and fudge the alternates up, thus overstating the cost
of the work. In the case of the winning bid, he said it is a 20% addition to
build walks on both sides. In the case of the bid that would actually have been
low, it comes up to 15%. Over time, Mr. John felt that would alter the bidder's
thinking about alternatives. In the future, he thought staff needed to ensure
that a contract will not be awarded solely on the base bid, but would be awarded
as the Council determines the alternatives. Mr. John indicated the Council could
also be more up front and say whether or not they are going to put in one sidewalk
or both and make it their base bid.
Mr. Loveless asked if there is a specific reason for wording
bid call documents that way. Mr. Patterson said they desire to have as little
uncertainty as possible in the bid as to what it is the contractor would be doing,
but sometimes it is necessary to include alternatives. The problem they encounter
with three or four alternates is that any one of the bidders could conceivably
be low depending upon which alternatives are chosen. Therefore, it has been a
tradition to use the base bid because staff is sure this amount of work will
be done. Mr. Patterson agreed there is a risk that a bidder could run prices
up or down. The offset to that is that there are unit bid prices with the City's
contractor so if a bid is completely out of line, specific items can be separated
out and put in after the street is constructed. One option would be to prioritize
the alternates and indicate these would be constructed dependent on funding.
In this case, Mr. Patterson stated that staff did not know which sidewalk option
was preferred.
Mr. Janku commented it may have been Council's lack of decision
that increased the likelihood of something like this happening. He suggested
the Council make the hard decisions up front and avoid this kind of thing from
happening. He pointed out that their ultimate ability is to reject all bids if
the alternates are too high. Mr. Patterson replied that has been done in the
past. He recalled a case where the alternate was so high it was rejected and
rebid separately which saved quite a bit on money.
Mr. Hutton asked about the City's standing bid on per square
foot of sidewalk and how it compared to the alternate prices in this case. Mr.
Patterson said there is a bid of $3.50 per square foot and the N-J Wilson price
is $3.40.
Mr. Janku agreed with the need for the sidewalk on the east
side, but he would like to see both sides done because of the new development
proposed in this area which he thought would generate more traffic to Ash. He
understood from Mr. Patterson's memo that funds are available to build walks
on both sides of Heather Lane. Mr. Patterson replied funds to do so would have
to be taken out of annual projects. Mr. Janku asked if anything was coming up
during this bidding cycle that would compete against this project. Mr. Patterson
was not sure about before the end of the fiscal year, but said it would take
the balance down for the next year. Mr. Janku wondered if there would be an increased
tax bill as a result. Mr. Patterson said there could not be because the tax bill
amount was set by resolution and is limited to the local pavement portion.
Mr. Janku made the motion that the project include sidewalks
on both sides (alternates one and two). The motion was seconded by Mr. Hutton
and approved unanimously by voice vote.
B200-03 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, LOVELESS, HUTTON, JOHN, ASH, CRAYTON. VOTING NO:
NO ONE. ABSENT: HINDMAN. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B207-03 Amending Chapter 14 of the City Code relating to parking
restrictions on Vandiver Drive.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained that originally Vandiver Drive, east of
Route B, was open onto US 63 at the interchange. Prior to that time, Vandiver
Drive was a dead end street and parking was allowed on both sides. Recently,
staff received requests from business operators along the roadway to remove parking.
All property owners were contacted regarding the proposed change.
B207-03 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, LOVELESS, HUTTON, JOHN, ASH, CRAYTON. VOTING NO:
NO ONE. ABSENT: HINDMAN. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
CONSENT AGENDA
The following bills were given second reading and the resolutions
were read by the Clerk.
B191-03 Abrogating the final plat of Smithton Ridge, Plat 3;
approving the final plat of Smithton Ridge, Plat 5.
B192-03 Approving the final plat of Smithton Ridge, Plat 6.
B193-03 Approving the final plat of Wyatt Lane Acres, Plat 7.
B197-03 Authorizing acquisition of easements: construction of
Brown School/Oakland Gravel Road/Roger Wilson Drive intersection.
B199-03 Confirming the contract of Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc.
for construction of Forum Boulevard from Dunbar Drive to Old Plank Road;
appropriating funds.
B201-03 Accepting easements for water and electric utility purposes.
B203-03 Confirming the contract of Garney Companies, Inc. for
the construction of water main along Liddell Lane and Mt. Hope Road.
B205-03 Calling for bids: construction of Sixth Street from
Wilkes Boulevard to Hickman Avenue.
B208-03 Amending the 2003 classification plan and pay plan in
connection with Horticulturist and Forester positions.
R137-03 Setting a public hearing: voluntary annexation of property
located southwest of Durham Chase at the terminus of Worchester Lane.
R138-03 Setting a public hearing: relocation of water main along
the Conley Road/US 63 Interchange.
R139-03 Setting a public hearing: construction of an 8-inch
water main serving Thornbrook, Plat 10.
R140-03 Authorizing an agreement with the Memorial Day Weekend
- Salute to Veterans Corporation for the Memorial Day Air Show.
R141-03 Authorizing an agreement with The Curators of the University
of Missouri regarding the Senior Games and the Show-Me State Games.
R142-03 Accepting a grant from the State Emergency Management
Agency to conduct local weapons of mass destruction exercise training programs.
R143-03 Authorizing agreements with The Intersection and Boone
County Group Homes and Family Support for CDBG and HOME funds.
R144-03 Authorizing an agreement with The Curators of the University
of Missouri for police assistance at football games.
R145-03 Authorizing an amendment to the agreement with Burns
and McDonnell for engineering services related to the construction of improvements
on East Broadway.
R146-03 Authorizing consent to the assignment of the operating
agreement and lease with ABX Air, Inc. to Airborne Express, Inc.
The bills were given third reading and the resolutions
were read with the vote recorded as follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, HUTTON, LOVELESS,
JOHN, ASH, CRAYTON. VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HINDMAN. Bills declared enacted
and resolutions declared adopted, reading as follows:
NEW BUSINESS
R147-03 Approving the preliminary plat of Eastport Gardens; granting
a variance to the Subdivision Regulations.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Dudark explained that this property is bounded by Richland
Road on the south side and Grace Lane on the west. Both streets would provide
access into the subdivision. He said the subdivision would also connect to the
east which would provide a second outlet from the property to the existing Lake
of the Woods Subdivision to the north. Mr. Dudark pointed out that the plat meets
all the subdivision requirements except the applicant is asking for a variance
to the width of Grace Lane, an arterial street which would normally have a 49
foot width. The request is to build it at the 38 foot collector street width.
He noted this would still be wider than the street to the north, which he thought
to be 32 feet. Mr. Dudark related that staff feels a 38 foot collector street
would be adequate for probably several years. The applicants would be dedicating
a 40 foot right-of-way half width on the east side and there is an existing 50
foot right-of-way and road easement on the west side. This would be total of
90 feet of right-of-way should there ever be a need to widen the street in the
future. Mr. Dudark remarked that could occur if Grace Lane is extended to the
south. The recommendation is to approve the plat with the variance.
Mr. Hutton assumed the city would have to approve the design
of Grace Lane. He pointed out it would be hard to widen a curbed and guttered
street. Mr. Dudark thought perhaps the centerline could be placed differently
to allow one side to be widened. Mr. Patterson said they could look at it and
generally, when they know there is a high probability of widening in the future,
staff will offset the centerline on one side or the other. Mr. Hutton asked if
there was an actual potential that widening will never be needed beyond collector
standards. Mr. Dudark did not think so. He said that long term it may need to
be, but to build a street much wider than this would just not be needed for the
traffic. Mr. Hutton understood a sidewalk would be required on the east side
at this time. Mr. Patterson said it would be in conjunction with the development
on both sides. Mr. Hutton questioned whether the sidewalk and easements in the
right-of-way for utilities is designed around the 49 foot arterial standard or
the 38 foot collector standard. Mr. Patterson responded that typically on a collector,
City standards call for the sidewalk to be put back within one foot of the right-of-way
line. That would leave a total of nine feet between the sidewalk and the curb.
Mr. Janku asked if 38 feet could accommodate bike lanes. Mr.
Dudark said it would without parking.
Mr. Ash commented that he would go for the narrower street
because it is already narrower up above and also because the City would be getting
a free road.
Doug Eckhoff, 608 Enswood Court, pointed out that the new
overpass road will merge back in at the other end of Grace Lane. He said that
cars park on the narrow part of Grace currently, creating a dangerous situation.
Tom Mendenhall, offices at 2909 Falling Leaf Lane, developer,
said in their original agreements with the neighborhood association the road
is wider because it was a limited arterial street than they had originally planned.
He said they offered to make the road wider, but agreed to the staff recommendation.
Mr. John reiterated Mr. Hutton's comments about making sure
the street is designed for an eventual widening of the street.
Mr. Hutton understood the unimproved section of Grace Lane
to the north is not, at this point, a City street. Mr. Dudark believed it to
be a county road. Mr. Mendenhall noted that the other property owned by the Redeemer
Church was annexed into the City. The portion to the north, he explained, was
not part of the City. Mr. Mendenhall clarified that everything they have done
with the Council has been voluntarily annexed. Mr. Hutton's point was that because
this section of Grace Lane is not a City street, and potentially will not be
for some time, it will not be improved by the City.
Mr. John asked about the Mings property on the west side and
whether it connects to the Redeemer Church property. Mr. Mendenhall related that
the tracts do not abut (there is land in between the church and the Mings property).
Mr. John commented that it appears the City limit line goes to the middle of
Grace Lane all the way down. He said if development occurs on the west side,
right-of-way and half widths can be built and developed at that point.
The vote on R147-03 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: JANKU,
LOVELESS, HUTTON, JOHN, ASH, CRAYTON. VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: HINDMAN. Bill
declared enacted, reading as follows:
The following bills were introduced by the Mayor Pro tem unless otherwise indicated, and all were given first reading:
PR149-03 Establishing a policy on cooperative planning of the
urban fringe area by the City Planning and Zoning Commission and the
Boone County Planning and Zoning Commission.
B209-03 Voluntary annexation of property located on the north
side of St. Charles Road, approximately 100 feet east of Upland Creek Road;
establishing permanent zoning.
B210-03 Changing the street name of "Texaco Drive" to "Freedom
Drive."
B211-03 Vacating utility easements located within Valley View
Park.
B212-03 Vacating a portion of a utility easement across Lot
175 of The Village of Cherry Hill Subdivision, Plat 1.
B213-03 Approving the C-P Development Plan of Spring Creek;
approving less stringent screening requirements.
B214-03 Approving the final plat of Judah, Plat 1.
B215-03 Approving the final plat of The Village of Cherry Hill,
Plat 6, a replat of parts of The Village of Cherry Hill, Plats 1 and 3.
B216-03 Rezoning property located on the east side of North
Eighth Street, approximately 60 feet north of Wilkes Boulevard from R-3 to
R-2.
B217-03 Accepting easements for drainage, road, sewer, sidewalk
and utility purposes.
B218-03 Authorizing relocation of water main along the Conley
Road/US 63 interchange.
B219-03 Authorizing construction of an 8-inch water main serving
Thornbrook, Plat 10; providing for payment of differential costs.
B220-03 Appropriating funds for electric utility purposes.
B221-03 Accepting easements for utility purposes.
B222-03 Appropriating funds from the Columbia Values
Diversity Celebration for future celebration programs.
REPORTS AND PETITIONS
(A) Inter-departmental Transfer of Funds.
Report accepted.
(B) 2611 Spruce Drive - Drainage Problems.
Mr. Beck noted that staff has done quite a bit of engineering
work on this property and have concluded that it would be helpful to do some
more improvements in addition to what was already done in conjunction with the
street project.
Mr. Hutton asked Mr. Patterson if Mrs. Walters has seen the
report. Mr. Patterson replied that it was mailed out last Thursday and he assumed
it was received. Mr. Hutton questioned whether staff has clearly communicated
to her what they consider the improvements that would be a homeowner responsibility,
i.e., the grading around the house and patio, etc. Mr. Patterson replied they
have certainly tried to and indicated that staff met with her several times to
talk about these things. He said it was difficult to say for certain whether
or not their communication has been totally adequate. Mr. Patterson assured the
Council there has been a very sincere effort to do so.
Mr. Hutton said what bothers him most is not being able to
do something about these things because City policies do not prevent these circumstances
from occurring. He asked if the Storm Water Task Force is reviewing all storm
water policies, procedures and ordinances. Mr. Patterson said they pretty much
are looking at everything. At their meeting this week, he said they would, for
the second time, be reviewing the provisions of Chapter 12A as it relates to
development and how to prevent problems from occurring. He related the group
will suggest strengthening these ordinances as part of their recommendations
to the Council. Mr. Hutton questioned whether there would be a fairly significant
number of suggested changes to existing ordinances and new sections as well.
Mr. Patterson said it is difficult for him to anticipate what the Task Force
will finally come up with, but he did know they are talking about a lot of different
possibilities.
Mr. Hutton expressed concern about the City's lack of action
to address storm water runoff to a suitable ending. He commented that when the
subdivision plat to the north of Mrs. Walters' property was approved, the Council
approved a plan that allowed a storm water pipe to dump water at a property line.
He said if anything, the Task Force should be looking at that. In the future,
Mr. Hutton stated that the Council cannot allow for storm water to be taken off
a site that is currently being developed and dumped somewhere else. He wanted
to see it accounted for to some logical end, like into a creek or a major drainage
area. Even though this report maintains that the actions by the subdivision developer
was done perfectly within City policy and procedures as they stand right now,
he still did not think it is right that the City allows a 15 to18-inch pipe to
dump water in Mrs. Walters' backyard.
Mr. Hutton requested that the rocks be removed from the front
yard as soon as possible and that the concrete swale be installed. Mr. Patterson
said the rocks were on a high priority schedule -- he was waiting until after
the Council acted on the report and gave direction.
Mr. Loveless noted the report had said that regrading Mrs.
Walters' yard would help provide some protection. He asked what it might cost
to do the grading. Mr. Patterson did not know if staff came up with an estimate,
but he thought it would certainly cost less than putting in a pipe as requested
by Ms. Walters. Mr. Loveless asked if a half day would take care of the grading.
Mr. Patterson thought it would.
Mr. Ash understood the report to say that legally and technically,
the City did not have an obligation to do anything because the house is in a
low water point and it is a design/grading problem. He noted the report also
indicated, under current standards, this pipe would not be allowed to contribute
to this existing problem if it were built today. He felt as though, even if the
City does not have a legal obligation, that perhaps we have a moral obligation
to assist in correcting this storm water problem. Mr. Ash would feel more comfortable
if the City were to offer Mrs. Walters some assistance. Mr. Patterson said while
the drainage pipe in question was technically acceptable when it was installed
in the early 90's, it really should not have been done. In recognition of the
fact that the pipe should not have been allowed to discharge into her yard, he
reported that his department spent $2,500 installing the drainage swale to compensate
for the pipe. Mr. Patterson indicated that was their effort to try to acknowledge
and participate in a solution to Mrs. Walters' storm water problems.
Mr. Loveless reiterated that a good half day with a piece
of equipment in the yard would probably reshape it to where it could be ensured
that the water stayed in the ditch and did not come up to Mrs. Walters' house.
Mr. Beck said there are quite a few situations like this that
he was sure Public Works has addressed. Mr. Patterson concurred. Mr. Beck believed
the question is how much public money should be used to deal with problems caused
privately by someone building a house at too low an elevation because the City
did not have tough enough standards or for whatever reason. Mr. Patterson reported
that staff has been making progress, but he said there is always resistence to
anything that increases building costs.
Mr. Loveless asked if detailed plans could be furnished to
Mrs. Walters so these could be given to a landscaper as was done in the case
of the house on Martinshire. Mr. Patterson replied staff could do that and they
would also be happy to help in those terms in any way Mrs. Walters would desire.
He pointed out that there will always be water in the yard because it is a natural
drainage way, but it can be directed so that it passes through the yard instead
of ponding up against the house and getting in the basement.
Mr. John concurred with the Council accepting this report
then Mr. Hutton could follow-up and work with Mrs. Walters on the situation.
The Council agreed with this suggestion. Report accepted.
(C) Business Area Organization Program.
Mr. Beck commented that staff is already working with the
Business Loop Association, but another further interest has been received from
a group on 763. He said the question was whether or not the Council wanted to
start creating business organization associations similar to neighborhood associations.
As with neighborhood associations, Mr. Janku believed staff
could develop standards for geographic areas and provide membership opportunities
to everyone.
Mr. Janku made the motion that staff be directed to develop
a policy resolution for Council consideration. The motion was seconded by Mr.
John and approved unanimously by voice vote.
(D) Bicycle/Pedestrian Commission Report
- Rollins Road Project, Forum Boulevard Extension Project, Size of Commission
Membership.
Mr. Janku noted that the Commission size is something the
Council could consider changing. He suggested asking staff to work with the Commission
to come forward with a proposal to reduce the membership of this Commission.
Mr. Janku made the motion that the Commission and staff work
on how to reduce the size of the Bicycle/Pedestrian Commission and report back
to the Council. The motion was seconded by Mr. John and approved unanimously
by voice vote.
(E) Commercial Use of Religious Facility
Parking Lots.
Mr. Beck reported that staff recommended applying the use
of religious parking lots to a specific downtown geographic area. He commented
that churches can be in any zoned area of the City, and if these institutions
start leasing out lots, different traffic patterns could develop throughout the
week. Mr. Beck thought it was a good use of parking lots that are not used through
the week. The staff suggestion is that these lots be landscaped and brought up
to standards.
Mr. John and Mr. Janku thought this issue is being made much
more complicated than it should be. Mr. Janku suggested forwarding this to the
Planning and Zoning Commission with no formal recommendation or approach and
ask for their review and recommendations.
Mr. Ash said when the issue originally came up, he wanted
to grandfather the two existing cases without allowing them to expand their operation
too much and without opening this up to all of the other churches. He noted that
three other churches could be affected by any amendment. In reference to the
proposed revisions to Section 29-8 of the Code given to the Council, Mr. Ash
suggested moving item 4 to the top with the only exceptions being for the lots
in existence at the time of this ordinance. He stated this would grandfather
the two churches that are already leasing their parking lots.
Mr. Janku commented the Council could ultimately decide to
do that, but he thought this should be referred to the Planning and Zoning Commission
for public hearings and their input. Mr. John thought it was a good idea to get
some thoughts on paper. Mr. Janku wanted it made clear there is no consensus.
Mr. Janku made the motion that the issue be referred to the
Planning and Zoning Commission for public hearing and a report back to the Council.
Mr. Hutton asked that the letter from Smith, Lewis LLP be
considered in the context of the whole issue. He was not advocating the suggestions
mentioned in the letter, but he wanted the Commission to consider the points
of the letter. He noted the suggestion also included non-profit agencies as well
as churches.
The motion made by Mr. Janku, amended by Mr. Hutton, was seconded
by Mr. Hutton and approved unanimously by voice vote.
(F) Review of City Liquor and Business
Licensing Policies.
Mr. Beck pointed out that the Commission had followed the
proper procedure in asking the Council whether or not they should look into these
issues.
Mr. Ash agreed that flagrant, repeat violators should be punished,
but he also thought if the City is going to get tougher on the bar owners, the
Council should also consider ordinances to punish the kids who use fake identification.
He believed the responsibility for violations should be shared 50/50 by both
the business owner who supplies alcohol to a kid with a fake i.d. and the kid
who has the fake i.d. Right now, Mr. Ash stated the business takes all of the
heat. He noted that the Police Department allows a certain number of false alarms
for free before charging a business for them. Rather than just trying to pull
a business license, Mr. Ash thought the City could have a similar philosophy
wherein a business is allowed a certain number of disturbances, but then after
that they might be charged fees. He thought it seemed draconian to the point
where it would make it harder for a business to retain a liquor license.
Mr. Janku commented that graduating the offenses is fairly
common in most types of situations where the first offense is a lesser penalty.
He thought it was a good suggestion. He was hopeful the Council could be taken
out of the hearing process.
Mr. Ash had concerns about businesses and the tax dollars
they generate being used to put themselves out of business. He suggested tightening
the scope and asked that they tread lightly.
Mr. Janku asked if the Council was allowed to affect the penalties
for fake identification or if it was state only. Mr. Boeckmann stated the City
has these types of ordinances as well.
Mr. John was not sure he was comfortable in sending this fairly
broad request back to the Commission yet. He said points had just been brought
up that he was not aware of, and he would like to get a better feel for where
the Council is going with this issue. He suggested further discussion at a pre-Council
dinner.
Mr. Janku thought the Commission was interested in developing
a list of issues, and he did not want them to interpret the Council's current
inaction as a suggestion that these are being ignored. Mr. John did not want
it to go back so broadly brushed either. Mr. Janku suggested the Council ask
staff to work on a further refinement of how to approach this and bring it back
for Council review. Mr. John thought that was reasonable.
Mr. Loveless asked that the Commission be notified that the
Council is moving ahead and is not ignoring their request.
Mr. Janku noted there would be a change in circumstances with
reduced State Liquor Control staff. He said if it is perceived among the community
at-large that there is no enforcement, things could get much different than they
are currently. He thought it was a good idea to look at the issues.
Mr. Janku made the motion that staff be directed to refine
the issue and report back to the Council. The motion was seconded by Mr. John
and approved unanimously by voice vote.
(G) Crane and Philips Property Appraisals.
Mr. Beck explained the estimated cost for the appraisals would
be $3,000. He believed the appraisals will provide more information in regard
to the cost and value of the properties.
Mr. Janku made the motion that staff be directed to proceed.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Ash and approved unanimously by voice vote.
Mr. Loveless asked about a Juvenile Justice Delinquency
Prevention Grant and understood it was moving forward. Ms. Crayton said that
was correct. Mr. Beck commented that it would come back at the next Council
meeting. Mr. Steinhaus stated the question was whether or not the application
had to be completed by the next Council meeting or if the Council could authorize
the City Manager to sign the grant once it is completed. That way, the group
could have the grant completed by the deadline at the end of the month. Mr.
John thought the Council would need to see some guidelines as to the amount
of money that is proposed for each entity. He believed the Council could
work with that without having a complete application. Mr. Steinhaus responded
that information could be provided. Mr. Loveless repeated the consensus is
that the Council is in favor of proceeding and would be looking for something
more formal at the next meeting.
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
Upon receiving the majority vote of the Council, the following individual
was appointed to the Cultural Affairs Standing Committee on Public Art:
Sleadd, Michael D., 1301 Windsor, Apt. #1 - Ward 3
COMMENTS BY COUNCIL, STAFF AND PUBLIC
Ms. Crayton reminded everyone of the National Night Out event
scheduled for August 5th. She invited everyone to participate in the parade.
She also encouraged residents to participate in their own neighborhood activities.
Mr. Janku requested that the Bicycle/Pedestrian Commission
be asked for their input on the priority of sidewalk construction in regard
to the Brown School Road project. He also asked that they consider whether
a pedway should be included as part of the project.
Mr. Janku made the motion that staff be directed to report
back on the possibility of bike lanes on Smiley Lane, west of 763 and also the
new portion of Vandiver. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hutton and approved unanimously
by voice vote.
Mr. Janku commented that he had received an e-mail from
the son of a former constituent, Mr. Albert, concerning Oakland Park and
its naming and whether or not there should be some recognition of the Albert
name.
Mr. Janku made the motion that staff be directed to report
back on the amalgamation of the park and whether or not it was formally named.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Loveless and approved unanimously by voice vote.
Mr. Hutton commented that the Council recently found
out that Indian Hills had been removed, through the census process, from
the CDBG eligibility area. It was his understanding there was an appeal process.
Mr. Hutton made the motion that staff be directed to pursue
an appeal regarding Indian Hills being included in the CDBG eligibility area.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Janku and approved unanimously by voice vote.
Regarding Indian Hills, Mr. Hutton asked about the possibility
of the City still being able to use CDBG or HOME funding for NRT related
activities even though this neighborhood is no longer in an eligibility area.
Mr. Hutton made the motion that staff be directed to report
back on the options and possibilities of using CDBG or HOME monies for repair
activities in Indian Hills. The motion was seconded by Mr. Janku and approved
unanimously by voice vote.
Mr. Ash explained that he had met today with members
of the Special Business District and he was asked to have staff review the
sidewalk ordinance, specifically the existing resolution that contains a
list of downtown businesses and what items they are allowed to have in front
of them. He noted that some of the businesses no longer exist and he thought
it would make more sense to have a uniform policy of what is allowed as far
as sandwich boards, tables and chairs, etc. Mr. Ash supplied a list of recommendations
the SBD is proposing to the City Manager.
Mr. Ash made the motion that staff be directed to look at
the sidewalk policy. The motion was seconded by Mr. John and approved unanimously
by voice vote.
Mr. Loveless asked about the letters that were to be sent to the cable companies regarding the public access television station. He wondered if these had gone out and whether a response had been received. Mr. Boeckmann indicated the letter went out and an extension was requested. He will report back on any further progress.
Ruth Walters, 2611 Spruce Drive, reiterated her problem
with the open storm water drainage pipe in her side yard. If she had known
that she was going to end up with a creek next to her house, she never would
have allowed them to lower her yard. She asked that the City bury the pipe
and raise her yard.
Mr. Loveless told Mrs. Walters that the City is struggling
with storm drainage problems, hers in particular, and Mr. Hutton has pledged
to continue working on it to see if conditions could be improved.
Alexandra Walters, 2611 Spruce Drive, asked if the trench
would be re-seeded when the City removes the rocks. She also requested that the
report referred to earlier be resent to her mother because she has not received
it yet.
Henry Lane, 1816 E. Broadway, spoke on behalf of a new organization, Columbians for the Right to Vote, and asked that the addition and renovation of City buildings be placed on the ballot. He pointed out that there would be no added expense to the taxpayers to place it on the November ballot.
The meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Penny
St. Romaine
City
Clerk
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