INTRODUCTORY
The City Council of the City of Columbia, Missouri met for
a regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, June 3, 2002, in the Council Chamber
of the City of Columbia, Missouri. The roll was taken with the following results:
Council Members JANKU, HUTTON, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, and HINDMAN were present.
Member CRAYTON 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 May 20, 2002, were approved
unanimously by voice vote on a motion by Mr. Loveless and a second by Mr. Janku.
APPROVAL AND ADJUSTMENT OF AGENDA INCLUDING CONSENT AGENDA
The agenda, including the Consent Agenda, was approved unanimously
by voice vote on a motion made by Mr. Coffman and a second by Mr. Janku.
SPECIAL ITEMS
None.
SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
B187-02 Voluntary annexation of property
located on the north side of Gillespie Bridge Road, west of the City
limits;
establishing permanent zoning.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained this approximate 155 acre tract to be located
in southwest Columbia. The applicant has requested R-1 zoning on 152.08 acres,
and A-1 on the remaining 2.02 acres.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
Bob Walters, 2704 Vail, contract holder of the property, offered
to answer any questions. He assured the Council that previous concerns relating
to drainage issues will be adequately addressed at the time of platting.
Mr. Janku asked about the potential for a trail through the
property. Mr. Walters responded that the land closest to Perche Creek is in the
flood plain, containing about 23 acres. He had contacted the Parks and Recreation
Department and was waiting to hear back regarding the purchase of such.
Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
Mr. Beck noted a greenbelt area to the south of this tract.
Mr. Janku spoke about the potential connection to the MKT Trail.
B187-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, HUTTON, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: CRAYTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B192-02 Calling for bids for the rehabilitation
of Deep Well No. 10 and the conversion of the well to an aquifer
storage
and recovery well.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Malon explained that the Department of Natural Resources
has given preliminary approval to proceed with the project. The well is located
on Scott Boulevard, south of Gillespie Bridge Road. The estimated cost of the
project is $300,000. Mr. Malon indicated as soon as the well work is done, the
project could be bid out. He also reported on a series of required testing procedures
to meet DNR guidelines.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
There being no comments, Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
B192-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, HUTTON, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: CRAYTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B194-02 Authorizing installation of
water mains along Bicknell, Walnut, Aldeah and Ash Streets in conjunction
with
sewer reconstruction work.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck remarked that this project will include replacement
of four and six-inch cast iron water mains with six-inch PVC pipe at an estimated
cost of $148,000. The work will be done in conjunction with a sewer project.
Mayor Hindman opened the public hearing.
There being no comments, Mayor Hindman closed the public hearing.
B194-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, HUTTON, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: CRAYTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
OLD BUSINESS
B188-02 Voluntary annexation of property
located on the east side of Sinclair Road, north of State Route K.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained the applicant will request R-1 zoning for
this 220 acre tract.
Rob Wolverton, 2106 Clemmons Drive, reported his company is
the contract holder on a large portion of this land. He offered to answer any
questions.
B188-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, HUTTON, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: CRAYTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B190-02 Amending Ordinance No. 017262
pertaining to the renaming of Rice Road to Kelsey Drive.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck explained this amendment will correct the previous
ordinance by limiting the name change to the portion of Rice Road located within
Evergreen Acres subdivision.
B190-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, HUTTON, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: CRAYTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B195-02 Confirming the contract of
Garney Companies, Inc. for the construction of water main along Scott
Boulevard
from Vawter School Road to Thornbrook Ridge.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Malon noted that this water main project will begin at
Vawter School and extend south down Scott Boulevard to Thornbrook Subdivision.
When the public hearing was held on this project, the plans called for a 12-inch
water main extension. In the interim as more was learned about the future growth
and plans for the area, Mr. Malon reported staff now recommends a 16-inch main.
He indicated the 12-inch main was bid as authorized but an option was included
for the 16-inch main. He stated the bids came in within budget. Mr. Malon also
noted that at some point in the future Scott Boulevard will have to be rebuilt,
so his department worked with Public Works staff in trying to figure out where
to put the main so it would not have to be relocated. He said Public Works does
not have a design for Scott Boulevard yet, but they recommended that some sections
be buried at an extra depth and have offered to reimburse the utility for such.
Mr. Malon commented this was also included as an option and it amounted to $12,500.
He related the low bid came from Garney Companies at $334,702.50 for the 16-inch
line.
Mr. Loveless asked how the water main would be installed at
the creek on Scott Boulevard. Mr. Malon responded the line would probably be
bored under the creek.
B195-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, HUTTON, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: CRAYTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B198-02 Authorizing an agreement with
Boone County for public health services; appropriating funds.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck noted two separate agreements on the agenda relating
to general public health services and animal control. In regards to health services,
he reported the City has had a cooperative agreement with the County since 1974
to provide such. The County will be paying $776,143 toward health services and
another $10,000 toward utility assistance for the first time. The City's proportional
part of this agreement is $1,373,543.
B198-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, HUTTON, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: CRAYTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
B199-02 Authorizing an agreement with
Boone County for animal control services.
The bill was given second reading by the Clerk.
Mr. Beck noted cooperative agreements with the County for
animal control services was initiated in 1991. The County's participation this
year will be $119,905. The City will be contributing $223,971.
Mr. Loveless inquired as to why these agreements are just
now coming forward. Mr. Beck replied that he had heard the County was holding
both the health services and animal control agreements pending approval of the
health building plan. He thought they had been submitting payment, although there
was no formal agreement. Ms. Browning confirmed this statement. It was ascertained
that the agreements were submitted for County approval in January.
B199-02 was given third reading with the vote recorded as
follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, HUTTON, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN. VOTING
NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: CRAYTON. Bill declared enacted, reading as follows:
CONSENT AGENDA
The following bills were given second reading and the resolutions
were read by the Clerk.
B189-02 Approving the final plat of
Evergreen Acres, Plat 2.
B191-02 Amending Ordinance No. 017076
to correct the lot number on property specially assessed for
sidewalk
construction along Trimble Road.
B193-02 Amending Chapter 27 of the Code
to increase water rates at the Columbia Regional Airport.
B196-02 Accepting easements for water
and electric purposes.
B197-02 Authorizing a grant agreement
with the Department of Natural Resources for restoration of the Blind
Boone
Home; appropriating funds.
R110-02 Setting a public hearing: voluntary
annexation of property located on the southwest side of Ponderosa
Street,
southeast of the Blue Acres Mobile Home Park.
R111-02 Setting a public hearing: consider
Amendment No. 8 to Planning Report (201 Facility Plan) on
Wastewater
Collection and Treatment.
The bills were given third reading and the resolutions
were read with the vote recorded as follows: VOTING YES: JANKU, HUTTON, LOVELESS,
JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN. VOTING NO: NO ONE. ABSENT: CRAYTON. Bills declared
enacted and resolutions declared adopted, reading as follows:
NEW BUSINESS
R112-02 Authorizing an amended HOME
agreement with Columbia Community Development Corporation
and
a HOME agreement with Columbia Enterlight Ministries Community Development
Corporation.
The resolution was read by the Clerk.
Mr. Dudark explained that this would amend an existing agreement
with Columbia Community Development Corporation. He indicated the amendment would
not appropriate any new funds, but would restructure the agreement. One of the
changes is to provide $1,500 to handle project-based soft costs such as taxes,
insurance, construction financing, and interest costs. The core area has also
been modified slightly to coincide with NRT boundaries. Mr. Dudark noted another
change in the term of the soft second loan from five to ten years. The final
revision relates to when the sales price of a home exceeds the market value,
the homeowner will be provided with a grant for these amounts. He said when that
occurs, it would not be part of the second mortgage.
Mr. Dudark stated the second part of the resolution provides
for a new agreement with the Columbia Enterlight Ministries which is also a community
development corporation. He noted this group does not have a current agreement
with the City. Mr. Dudark reported this organization has increased their housing
activities and plan on building three new homes this next year. This agreement
is similar to the one we have with Columbia Community Development Corporation.
The request is for $45,000 which would be a new appropriation. Mr. Dudark reported
funding is in the Council's budget as the Action Plan has set aside plans for
this purpose.
Mr. Hutton asked about the provision where the homeowner will
be provided a grant for amounts when the sales price exceeds the market value
of the house. He noted another area where it said the price of the house cannot
exceed 95% of the median purchase price for comparable housing. Mr. Dudark said
there is the possibility a property would not appraise to the agreed upon sale
price. When that occurs, the difference in costs cannot be loaned to the homeowner
because they would have to pay back more than the actual price of the property.
Mr. Hutton asked if there was any oversight as far as approving the purchase
price of a house. Mr. Dudark said because it involves a first mortgage, the lender
would be involved as well. Mr. John noted that it takes a lot more money to build
a new house, so these are ways of recovering those costs for the builders. He
explained that there are two building processes: one through the schools where
a lot of labor is free; and the other, when homes are privately built, CDC contracts
for them and oversees the contracts, but it still costs $8,000 to $10,000 more
to build them that way.
Mr. Janku understood that Enterlight Ministries would also
be doing private contracting. Mr. Dudark said that was correct. He said another
change they made was that there is a recoverable third mortgage of $5,000 that
is due upon the sale of the home -- which means that some of the costs will eventually
be recouped.
The vote on R112-02 was recorded as follows: VOTING YES: JANKU,
HUTTON, LOVELESS, JOHN, COFFMAN, HINDMAN. 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:
B200-02 Vacating a portion of a drainage
easement within Broadway Farms Subdivision; accepting a grant of
easement
for drainage purposes.
B201-02 Approving a revision to the
C-P Development Plan of Village Square Lot 102A.
B202-02 Authorizing Change Order No.
Four to the contract with Curtiss-Manes-Schulte, Inc. for construction
of
the Community Recreation Center.
B203-02 Accepting easements for utility
purposes.
B204-02 Accepting a deed of dedication;
approving the engineer's final report; authorizing payment of
differential
costs for construction of water main serving Timberlane Subdivision, Plats
2 and 3.
B205-02 Authorizing the acquisition
of easements necessary to construct H-17 Sewer Extension and H-17N
Sewer
(Grindstone Creek Outfall).
B206-02 Authorizing Change Order No.
One to the contract with J.C. Industries, Inc. for construction of the
Downtown
Sidewalk Improvement Project.
B207-02 Calling for bids for construction
of the Sanitary Sewer District No. 144 (Mexico Gravel Road) Project.
B208-02 Appropriating funds received
from Educare for the cost of producing Play as Learning videos.
B209-02 Amending Chapter 13 of the City
Code relating to business licenses including armed guard licenses,
security
guard licenses and temporary business licenses.
B210-02 Amending Chapter 28 of the City
Code related to taxicabs and limousines.
REPORTS AND PETITIONS
(A) Re-installation of La Colomba Sculpture.
Mr. Beck explained that the next step in the process would
be to prepare an agreement for overseeing the reinstallation of the sculpture
and making any necessary repairs. Staff has identified a funding source in the
CIP.
Mayor Hindman asked whether any grants were available to restore
or preserve outdoor sculptures. Mr. Watkins responded that in 2001, staff had
submitted a grant application for several outdoor structures that was not approved.
He noted that the amount being requested for the La Colomba piece simply involves
minor maintenance and he believed was reasonable considering the sculpture is
nearly 25 years old and not much has been done to it. Mayor Hindman agreed. Mr.
Watkins pointed out that the Office of Cultural Affairs has suggested that the
conservator develop a manual.
Mr. Janku made the motion that staff be directed to prepare
an agreement for overseeing the re-installation of La Colomba, including repairs
to the sculpture and using available CIP funds. The motion was seconded by Mayor
Hindman and approved unanimously by voice vote.
(B) Intra-departmental Transfer of
Funds.
Report accepted.
(C) Landscaping and Screening Regulations
Pertaining to Automobile Dealerships.
Mr. Loveless made the motion that the Planning and Zoning
Commission be directed to hold a public hearing on the issue. The motion was
seconded by Mr. Janku.
Mr. Janku said he would like to see some changes made, but
was not sure either way was the right way to go. He indicated the second approach,
regarding the establishment of exemptions, was supposed to imply flexibility
in meeting the requirement, but turned out making it difficult for staff to enforce
and interpret because reasonableness is in the eye of the beholder. He said it
was not clear to people what needed to be done and it became very difficult.
Mr. Janku suggested that the Council try to adopt some alternate standard so
it is clear what is expected. He specifically suggested that the same amount
landscaping be required, but it could be allocated to the exterior. He explained
the landscaping would have to be allocated around the exterior in an equal fashion
so that every part of the lot would get some sort of exterior coverage.
Mayor Hindman suggested that the issue be sent to the Planning
and Zoning Commission for a public hearing. He noted that Mr. Janku's remarks
could be accompanied with that direction for the Commission's consideration.
He was not ready to come to a conclusion as to what the new standard should be.
There was a discussion about landscaping alternatives only
being allowed in planned districts. Mr. Dudark said the Commission did not think
that would be the way to go. He explained the amendment would allow a substitute
plan for landscaping, but the property would not have to be located within a
planned district.
Mr. Beck mentioned such an amendment would delegate approval
of landscaping to the Commission. Mr. Janku said their approach would delegate
it. He said they would sign off on the landscaping plan. He believed it would
function like a planned district because one would have to come to the staff
and eventually get Commission approval rather than Council approval, but they
would have to develop a plan that would meet all of these things.
Mr. Coffman was skeptical of Mr. Janku's suggestion and said
he would want to look at it.
Mr. John believed landscaping requirements for auto dealerships
should be different because the parking lot is their sales floor, their retail
sales space. He commented these businesses are required to have large parking
lots because their product is big. By requiring screening, Mr. John thought the
City would be forcing them to hide their products behind the landscaping. He
wanted the issue sent to the Commission for review with the understanding of
why the alternatives were enacted in the first place. Mr. John pointed out that
all existing parking lots would have a grandfathered status unless they make
a major change (more than 20%) to the building. He also indicated that might
dissuade people from upgrading.
Mayor Hindman explained he originally asked that this issue
be explored because of the situation when Joe Machens submitted a plan with an
enormous lot without any interior landscaping. He knows there are many cities
that have interior landscaping for car lots and it seems to be working fine.
Mayor Hindman thought the Commission should look into it.
Mr. Hutton saw nothing to preclude a common middle ground
where some landscaping would be possible without detracting from the sale or
the number of parking spots, etc. He agreed it was worth taking a look at with
the idea that the Council is amenable to considering a compromise situation.
Mr. Hutton did not suggest that the trees should be reasonably distributed.
The motion made by Mr. Loveless, seconded by Mr. Janku, including
the suggestion about the minutes being forwarded to the Commission, was approved
unanimously by voice vote.
(D) Street Closure Request.
Mr. Beck explained that the Tribune was requesting the closure
of Fourth Street on Saturday, June 22, from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for the grand
opening of their new facility. The Central Columbia Association has reviewed
the request and recommended approval.
Mayor Hindman made the motion that the request be granted
as written. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hutton and approved unanimously by
voice vote.
APPOINTMENT TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
None.
COMMENTS BY COUNCIL, STAFF AND PUBLIC
Mr. John commented that staff had forwarded him a map showing
the CDBG eligible areas in the employee home purchase area. He felt it appropriate
to remove the areas that are not CDBG eligible from the map.
Mr. Janku asked when the City would receive the updated CDBG
eligibility area. Mr. Dudark thought it would be later on this year. Mr. Hutton
asked if it was based on the census. Mr. Dudark replied affirmatively.
Mr. John made the motion that the CDBG ineligible areas be
removed from the employee home purchase area. The motion was seconded by Mr.
Janku and approved unanimously by voice vote.
Mr. Hutton asked for enforcement at the southeast corner of
Vine and Charles on some health related issues, primarily the weed ordinance.
He said the house is vacant and there are possibly several minimum property standard
code violations.
Mr. Hutton asked about the status of a duplex on Oakview wherein
a setback variance was denied by the Board of Adjustment. He believed the case
was referred to the Prosecutor's Office. He asked for a report back.
Mr. Hutton explained that a couple of year's ago, the Board
of Adjustment granted permission for KFRU to build an antenna next to a residential
neighborhood. He reported that residents are complaining about the radio's broadcast
is bleeding into phone and television lines. He noted that KFRU responded to
complaints in a timely manner, but the fixes made would only last for a few days.
Mr. Hutton will submit a list of all the properties that are affected by KFRU's
transmission and asked that the situation be looked into for a permanent solution.
Mr. Hutton made the motion that the tower issue be looked
into. The motion was seconded by Mr. Janku and approved unanimously by voice
vote.
Mr. Janku commented on an open building at 1007 Wilkes and
asked that it be checked into.
Mr. Janku noted a new apartment complex on N. Seventh Street
where they have put in minimal landscaping, but for some reason nothing has been
done with the lawn. He said the dirt continues to runoff and there has been no
seeding or sodding. Mr. Janku wondered if this property owner is in violation
of City ordinances.
Mr. Janku said as staff moves forward with the Business Loop
in this year's budget, he wanted them to address the issue of a pedestrian crossing
at the Business Loop and Garth intersection. He said a dollar amount of $23,000
had been given. He said it is of interest to those at Rusk Rehabilitation and
also to the students at Parkade Elementary School.
Mr. Janku commented at the Retreat this year the Council also
discussed sidewalks in terms of access to the Recreation Center. He noted the
walks in front of the Recreation Center will be five feet wide, but he would
also like to see staff pursue completion of the network by including sidewalks
on the Water and Light property along Ash. A sidewalk also should be extended
on Bernadette because it is the connection to the walk on Worley. Mr. Janku noted
the sidewalks along both sides of the building will have to be bent and extended
to the walk that is present along Westlakes. He said a sidewalk needed to be
constructed on the bank property between Stadium and the new Michael's which
will have a sidewalk. Mr. Janku said that would complete the gap there. As they
move forward with the budget, he said he would like to see them pursue the possibility
of some sort of crossing signal at Stadium and Ash.
Mayor Hindman said he would like to add that staff look at
the entire area, particularly along Clinkscales, Again Street, and near West
Boulevard Elementary School. He noted a walk on Clinkscales would provide access
to the neighborhoods on the south side of Broadway. To ensure the Recreation
Center is a central community place, all of these areas need to be included.
Mr. Janku made a motion per his above statements. The motion
was added to and seconded by Mayor Hindman.
Mr. Janku indicated he was more than interested in having
the areas he referred to assessed for the possibility of constructing sidewalks.
Mayor Hindman said he mentioned specific sidewalks to be constructed. Mr. Loveless
believed the areas cited should be included in the annual sidewalk plan. He pointed
out the Council spoke about some gaps along Chapel Hill as well.
Mr. Beck responded that staff would look around the Recreation
Center area as well as the surrounding streets.
The motion made by Mr. Janku, added to and seconded by Mayor
Hindman, was passed unanimously by voice vote.
The meeting adjourned at 7:53 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Penny
St. Romaine
City
Clerk
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