CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MINUTES
MONDAY, JUNE 28, 2010
I. CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Liberty, Missouri was held in the Council Chambers at City Hall on June 28, 2010 with Mayor Greg Canuteson presiding. Mayor Canuteson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
II. INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The invocation was given by Nick King, who then led the pledge of allegiance.
III. ROLL CALL
Roll call was answered by Paul Jenness and Harold Phillips, Ward I; Greg Duncan and Jeff Moore, Ward II; Lyndell Brenton and Jeff Watt, Ward III; and Fred Foster and Nick King, Ward IV. Also in attendance were Curt Wenson, City Administrator; Dan Estes, Assistant City Administrator; Steve Hansen, Public Works Director; Steve Anderson, Planning and Development Director; Amy Brusven, Human Resources Director; Craig Knouse, Police Chief; Mike Snider, Deputy Fire Chief; Dennis Dovel, Parks and Recreation Director; Brian Hess, Assistant Public Works Director; Anna Slocum, Assistant Parks and Recreation Director; BJ Staab, Sports Complex Manager; Karan Johnson, Economic and Business Development Manager; Shawnna Funderburk, Assistant to the City Administrator; Janet Pittman, Deputy City Clerk; Angie Borgedalen, Liberty Tribune; and 10 members of the public.
IV. APPROVE MINUTES AND SUMMARIES (SEE CONSENT AGENDA)
V. CITIZENS' PARTICIPATION
VI. MEETING SCHEDULE
VIII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
IX. ORDINANCES, CONTRACTS AND RESOLUTIONS
A. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF VENDOR PAYMENTS FROM JUNE 4, 2010 THROUGH JUNE 18, 2010
In response to Council's questions, staff stated that check #118942 in the amount of $407.78 to Van Wall Equipment, Inc. was for repairs to the mowers at the Sports Complex; and check #118745 in the amount of $5,997.25 to Burns & McDonnell Engineering was related to the investigation of the Trihalomethane violation at the water treatment plant. Staff will follow up with Council on the payments made to Williams & Campo and AT&T.
1. EXCLUDING KCP&L PAYMENTS - ORDINANCE
Document No. 7174 was read. Council Member King moved to approve the vendor payments. Council Member Duncan seconded the motion. Vote on the motion was as follows: Council Member Phillips - yes; Council Member Moore - yes; Council Member Brenton - yes; Council Member Foster - yes; Council Member Jenness - yes; Council Member Duncan - yes; Council Member Watt - yes; Council Member King - yes. The motion carried unanimously; it was approved by the Chair and inscribed in Ordinance No. 9596.
2. KCP&L PAYMENTS - ORDINANCE
Document No. 7175 was read. Council Member Phillips moved to approve the vendor payments. Council Member Watt seconded the motion. Vote on the motion was as follows: Council Member Phillips - yes; Council Member Moore - yes; Council Member Brenton - abstain; Council Member Foster - yes; Council Member Jenness - yes; Council Member Duncan - yes; Council Member Watt - yes; Council Member King - yes. The motion carried 7-0-1; with Council Member Brenton abstaining, due to a potential conflict of interest. It was approved by the Chair and inscribed in Ordinance No. 9596.
B. PHASE 1 - SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION - AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT (ARRA) ECONOMIC STIMULUS FUND GRANT PROJECT
1. ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 9547 THAT AMENDED ORDINANCE NO. 9583 APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH WIEDENMANN & GODFREY CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR PHASE 1 OF THE SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION - AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT (ARRA) ECONOMIC STIMULUS FUND GRANT PROJECT
In response to Council's questions, staff stated there were some areas of overlap; however, each contractor was performing different types of work. Phase 2 of the project is currently underway.
Document No. 7176 was read. Council Member King moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading. Council Member Jenness seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
Council Member Watt moved to approve the ordinance. Council Member King seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 9597.
2. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PHASE 1 OF THE SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION - AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT (ARRA) ECONOMIC STIMULUS FUND GRANT PROJECT
Council Member Phillips moved to approve the resolution. Council Member Jenness seconded the motion, which carried unanimously and is inscribed in Resolution No. 2463.
C. ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH SUPERIOR BOWEN ASPHALT COMPANY LLC FOR THE 2010 STREET RESTORATION - POTHOLE REPAIR, OVERLAY AND PAVEMENT MARKING PROJECT
Staff stated that harsh winter weather, and limited funding for street repairs, has resulted in a roadway system in need of repairs too numerous for current staffing levels to address. Staff reviewed with Council the criteria used to determine what streets will be repaired. Staff is assessing the viability of purchasing new equipment and/or increasing staffing levels to address ongoing street maintenance concerns.
Document No. 7177 was read. Council Member Phillips moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading. Council Member Moore seconded the motion, which did not carry unanimously. The ordinance will appear on second reading at the July 12, 2010 Regular Session Council meeting.
D. ORDINANCE ACCEPTING A CONTRACT WITH AGC ENGINEERS, INC. FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE 2010 HEARTLAND MEADOWS SANITARY SEWER EXTENSION
Staff reviewed the scope of the project that would include Hallmark exchanging 42 acres of land within the Heartland Meadows Industrial Park for construction of sewer improvements that would complete the infrastructure needs for the industrial park. The City would then own the 42 acres with the ability to market and sell the property for science and technology development. Staff noted the project was reviewed by the Citizen Sales Tax Oversight Committee to consider whether the allocation of Capital Sales Tax for this sewer improvement meets voter intent as intended. There was a motion to find the proposed expenditures to be consistent with voter intent; however, the motion did not receive a second. Since no other motion was offered, no finding was considered to be offered by the Committee.
Document No. 7178 was read. Council Member Jenness moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading. Council Member Moore seconded the motion, which did not carry unanimously. The ordinance will appear on second reading at the July 12, 2010 Regular Session Council meeting.
E. ORDINANCE APPROVING A PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT WITH CORBIN THEATRE FOR USE OF THE LIBERTY PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE LOCATED AT THE LIBERTY COMMUNITY CENTER
The Corbin Theatre has been recognized as the City of Liberty's community theatre, and this five year agreement would have the Liberty Parks and Recreation Department entering into a partnership agreement whereby both parties will share in the costs associated with ensuring two quality events occur annually at the Liberty Performing Arts Theatre. Staff reviewed how they will work with Corbin Theatre personnel to set ticket prices, etc. to ensure that production costs are recouped.
Document No. 7179 was read. Council Member Phillips moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading. Council Member King seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
Council Member Jenness moved to approve the ordinance. Council Member King seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 9598.
F. FOUNTAIN BLUFF SPORTS COMPLEX
Mayor Canuteson stated that although this item does not require a public hearing he would allow the opportunity for public comment. Mr. Bill Niffen, Park Board President, stated that the Park Board is charged with determining what is best for the park's system and making recommendations to City Council. The Park Board is comprised of concerned residents and parents who do not want to expose kids to alcohol. He stated that the Park Board unanimously supports this recommendation because alcohol sales would be limited to adult events. The Fountain Bluff Sports Complex hosts numerous national tournaments and is ranked highly in all categories except for the sale of alcohol. Staff reviewed how sales would be handled, determination of designated areas and monitoring by staff. Staff noted that alcohol sales and consumption would be limited to designated portions of the complex; however, children would still have access to these areas.
1. ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 22A, "PARKS", OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF LIBERTY, CLAY COUNTY, MISSOURI
Document No. 7180 was read. Council Member Phillips moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading. Council Member Jenness seconded the motion, which did not carry unanimously. The ordinance will appear on second reading at the July 12, 2010 Regular Session Council meeting.
2. RESOLUTION ADOPTING A FOUNTAIN BLUFF SPORTS COMPLEX ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES POLICY FOR THE CITY OF LIBERTY, MISSOURI
This item will be read at the July 12, 2010 Regular Session Council meeting.
G. ORDINANCE APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH KANSAS CITY AREA TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR THE LIBERTY ACCESS BUS SERVICE
Document No. 7181 was read. Council Member Phillips moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading. Council Member Moore seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
Council Member Watt moved to approve the ordinance. Council Member Jenness seconded the motion, which carried unanimously. It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 9599.
H. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A GRANT APPLICATION WITH CLAY COUNTY SENIOR SERVICES FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR THE LIBERTY SENIOR SERVICES PROGRAMS WITHIN THE CITY OF LIBERTY, MISSOURI
Council Member Brenton moved to amend the resolution by including an additional whereas to read as follows:
WHEREAS, citizens of the City of Liberty pay property taxes in excess of $200,000 annually to Clay County Senior Services for the specific purpose of providing services and activities to improve the quality of life for senior citizens; and
by modifying the last paragraph to read as follows:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by City Council of the City of Liberty, Clay County, Missouri, that the City hereby authorizes application for funding from the Clay County Senior Services for subsidizing the Liberty Access Transportation program and the Senior Center within the City of Liberty.
Council Member Jenness seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.
Council Member Moore moved to approve the amended resolution. Council Member Jenness seconded the motion, which carried unanimously and is inscribed in Resolution No. 2464.
I. RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR H.B. 1675, ALSO KNOWN AS THE MANUFACTURING JOBS ACT, WHICH WOULD PROVIDE INCENTIVES FOR QUALIFIED SUPPLIERS OR MANUFACTURING FACILITIES THAT CREATE OR RETAIN MISSOURI JOBS
Council Member Jenness moved to approve the resolution. Council Member Moore seconded the motion, which carried unanimously and is inscribed in Resolution No. 2465.
X. OTHER BUSINESS
XI. MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR
XII. MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS FROM MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
XIII. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
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Mayor
Attest:
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Deputy City Clerk