CITY COUNCIL MEETING

MINUTES

MONDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2007

 

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 October 22, 2007 with Mayor Robert T. Steinkamp presiding.  Mayor Steinkamp called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

 

II.         INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

            The invocation was given by Council Member Paul Jenness 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 Anna Marie Martin, Ward II; John Parry, Ward III; and Fred Foster and Nick King, Ward IV.  Also in attendance were Curt Wenson, City Administrator; Steve Hansen, Public Works Director; Brian Hess, City Engineer; Craig Knouse, Police Chief; Tim Moore, Police Lieutenant; Andy Hedrick, Police Sergeant; Linda Tyree, Finance Director; Diana Adams, Special Project Manager; Chris Deal, Parks & Recreation Director; Gary Birch, Fire Chief; Steve Anderson, Planning & Development Director; Rebecca Wymore, City Planner; Dan Fernandez, Planner; Katherine Burr, Planner; Tony Sage, Information Services Director; Amy Brusven, Human Resources Director; Annette Vaughn, Human Resources Benefits/Safety Manager; Shawnna Funderburk, Assistant to the City Administrator; Jane Sharon, Deputy City Clerk; Angie Borgedalen, The Liberty Tribune; and 57 members of the public.

 

IV.       APPROVE MINUTES AND SUMMARIES (SEE CONSENT AGENDA)

 

A.                 REGULAR SESSION MINUTES OF OCTOBER 8, 2007

 

Council Member King moved to approve the minutes as distributed.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried 6-0-1.  Council Member Phillips abstained, due to absence.

 

B.                 EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES OF OCTOBER 8, 2007

 

Council Member Martin moved to approve the minutes as distributed.  Council Member King seconded the motion, which carried 6-0-1.  Council Member Phillips abstained, due to absence.

 

Council Member Phillips requested the minutes and meeting summary from October 15, 2007 be removed from the Consent Agenda and voted on separately.

 

V.        CITIZENS’ PARTICIPATION

 

Mayor Steinkamp recognized cub scouts from Pack # 707, Bethel Church of Christ, including Nate Blanton, Wyatt Edwards, Logan Clarrey, Kristofer Clarrey, Tyler Eiken, Darrell Cowley and leaders Mary Blanton and Kathy Clarrey.

 

John English, 622 Hawthorne Place, expressed concern about the noise at night from the railroad switching cars in Liberty near his home.  He noted he had not yet received a response to his contact with a council member.  Mr. English asked the Council to intervene with the railroad and ask them to change their switching patterns to daylight hours.

 

VI.       MEETING SCHEDULE

 

VII.      CONSENT AGENDA

 

A.                 RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT GRANT FOR LIGHT BARS IN POLICE VEHICLES – RESOLUTION

 

Council Member King moved to approve the resolution.  Council Member Phillips seconded the motion, which carried unanimously and is inscribed in Resolution No. 2320.

 

B.                 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF CLAIM SETTLEMENT AND AUTHORIZATION OF DEDUCTIBLE PAYMENT – RESOLUTION

 

Council Member King moved to approve the resolution.  Council Member Phillips seconded the motion, which carried unanimously and is inscribed in Resolution No. 2321.

 

C.         EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES OF OCTOBER 15, 2007

 

Council Member King moved to approve the minutes as distributed.  Council Member Jenness seconded the motion, which carried 5-0-2.  Council Members Martin and Phillips abstained, due to absence.

 

D.        STUDY SESSION MEETING SUMMARY OF OCTOBER 15, 2007

 

Council Member King moved to approve the minutes as distributed.  Council Member Jenness seconded the motion, which carried 5-0-2.  Council Members Martin and Phillips abstained, due to absence.

 

VIII.     PUBLIC HEARINGS

 

A.        *SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO USE 124 SOUTH TERRACE AS ANNEX TO BED AND BREAKFAST LOCATED AT 343 W. LIBERTY DRIVE – RESOLUTION

 

Planner Katherine Burr reviewed the application for a special use permit for 124 S. Terrace to be used as an annex to the bed and breakfast located at 343 W. Liberty Drive.  Staff stated that an exception could be made to the requirement that the owner or provider of the bed and breakfast be a principal resident of the dwelling, due to the close proximity to the current bed and breakfast.  The proposed use would not affect storm water drainage and sufficient off-street parking is provided behind the annex and at the bed and breakfast.  Because the application met all other findings, and with favorable comment from the Historic District Review Commission, staff recommended approval with the following stipulation:  tea parties may only be held between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. with a maximum of fifteen people, no more than twelve times a year.  The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval by a vote of 8-0-1.

 

Mayor Steinkamp opened the public hearing and asked if the applicant wished to speak.  Brenda Hedrick, 343 W. Liberty Drive, stated that this would provide a good use for the home.  There are two rooms in the bed and breakfast and three rooms at the annex.  The stipulation limiting the number attending the teas applies only to the annex and is acceptable.  Ms. Hedrick noted that her understanding is that she can have a maximum of 12 events at the annex each year, though there might be a few in one month and then none for several months.

 

Kathy Chelton, 439 Miller spoke in support of the proposed use.

 

Jack Lonsinger, 508 N. Clayview Drive, spoke in support of the use of the home as proposed by the Hedricks.

 

Mayor Steinkamp asked if anyone else wished to speak to the application.  Seeing none he closed the public hearing and returned discussion to the Council.

 

Council Member Duncan moved to approve the special use permit with the stipulation previously stated.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously and is inscribed in Resolution No. 2322.

 

B.         *REZONE FIVE ACRES FROM PD, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT, TO R-5, GARDEN APARTMENT DISTRICT, AND PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR WESTOVER COMMONS – ORDINANCE

 

Planner Dan Fernandez reviewed the application to rezone five acres from PD, Planned Development, to R-5, Garden Apartment District and a preliminary development plan west of the intersection of Clayview Drive and Guinevere Drive.  He noted that the property was rezoned in 1975 and a preliminary development plan approved.  This case was inadvertently left out of the previous case history.  A review of the higher density in earlier proposals was compared to what is allowed with garden apartments, which allows 0-6 units per acre.  The extension of a street to Lancelot, included in a previously approved application, is not required in this proposal, as the site has direct access to Clayview Drive through three access points.

 

Staff found that the application conforms to the key recommendations and neighborhood principles in the Future Land Use Plan and recommended approval of the rezoning and preliminary development plan.  The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended denial by a vote of 7-2.  Due to the recommendation of the Commission, a super majority (two-thirds) favorable vote of the City Council is required to overturn the Commission’s recommendation.

 

Staff responded to Council questions noting that, prior to being zoned to permit patio homes, the property had been zoned for a higher density.  The rezoning and preliminary development plan proposed in this application are being considered together and were brought forward in one ordinance.  Staff has addressed the problems related to recent sewer backups, which were sanitary sewer issues due to a utility contractor’s work in the area.  An upgrade of the storm sewers is not necessary for the patio homes.  Storm water analysis would be part of the final development plan phase for this project.  No storm water analysis or review by the Planning & Zoning Commission or the City Council is required for the property to add patio homes on the site.  The proposed plan would preserve more open space and is more respectful of the existing trees.  If the final development plan was substantially different from the preliminary development plan, a review of a revised preliminary development plan would be required by the Planning & Zoning Commission and the City Council.

 

Mayor Steinkamp opened the public hearing and asked the applicant to speak.  Joe Duffey, 1730 South Withers, stated he was available to answer any questions.  Architect Jeff Price, with J. Price Architecture, 105 West Kansas, Suite C, reviewed the differences between the proposed plan under R-5 zoning and the existing plan under Planned Development zoning.  The town homes offer a sense of community and keep the price point lower.  Maintenance is also provided.  Primarily one-story buildings with the center unit being two-story results in 4,400 square feet per building.  Finished architecture on all four sides is proposed and architectural elements permit a distinct identity to each home.  The design permits sufficient off-street parking for the twenty-eight units.  The plan includes storm water retention and establishes restrictive covenants.  Trails with park areas allow residents to move through the site.  Mr. Price noted the petition submitted to the City pertaining to the application, inaccurately states that this proposal, once approved, would not require any further local or public permitting process.  Mr. Price addressed concerns expressed at the Planning & Zoning Commission public hearing, noting that the plan already in place would require removal of more trees to accommodate building all the way to the creek.  Property values in the area were compared to the price of these proposed town homes which is $150,000 to the upper $100,000s, which suggests approximately $520,000 for each building.  This is not HUD housing.  The developer’s goal is to build the project, but the City required the rezoning.  Mr. Price noted that the Planning & Zoning Commission stated this was a great project, but the wrong location.  Staff recommended approval.  This is where people need to live for this type of housing.

 

Council Member Brenton joined the meeting at this time.

 

The applicant responded to questions from Council, stating there is more of a market for the “lock and leave” style residences.  There is sufficient off-street parking proposed, but due to the design, it would not be feasible to park large vehicles such as RVs and boats in the drive.  The properties would be designed for sale and the development design is not conducive to purchase for rental properties.  Staff added that police and fire participated in the plan review and provided input on this plan.

 

Mayor Steinkamp asked if anyone else wished to speak to the application.  Mark Weber, 421 Locust, stated he lives across the creek from the site, and this is the best plan for the location.  The developer had convinced him that the plan addresses his storm water concerns better than the existing plan.

 

Ed Foster, 431 Clayview Drive, stated he lives across the street from the site and is concerned the proposals don’t have to be honored once the rezoning is approved.  Residents won’t have a say in the development after the rezoning is approved.  Mr. Foster stated he would welcome single family residences, but not the added traffic from cars when 28 units are built.

 

Ken Bost, 407 Locust, stated there are ongoing sanitary sewer and storm water problems.  Three homes have been damaged because of the current problems.  The creek bottom elevation has changed and this development will add to the difficulties.  There is not an adequate storm water system in place for that area.  Adding the traffic would create problems as well.

 

Bob Kennedy, 504 Nottingham, said he had notified the City about the manhole cover that had been missing for at least two months.  The backup problem was not totally due to recent flooding.  The problem will be up to the new residents to fix, which is not fair.  He added that high density development already exists along Nottingham and expressed concern that this development would make his neighborhood a target for higher development.

 

Gerri Weddle, 1137 Nottingham Drive, said she had looked for a single family neighborhood and was concerned that adding multi-family dwellings to the area would affect the property values.

 

Alicia Stephens, Partnership for Community Growth & Development, 9 South Leonard, noted that a joint project of Aquila and the City, a Community Housing Assessment Team (CHAT), had surveyed housing in Liberty and the 2.1% growth rate is not being met with existing residential units.  Also there is a large need for affordable housing.  According to the Home Builders Association, communities that adjust according to demographics have the best chance for success.  She asked Council to support the application.

 

Jack Lonsinger, 508 Clayview Drive, stated he had originally signed the petition opposing the development, but has now talked to the applicant and believes the development would not hurt property values or traffic safety.  The storm water and sanitary sewer problems can be resolved.  He asked the City to support the application.

 

Kent McSpadden, 1142 Guinevere, said the drawings look good, but it’s the effect on the property ten years from now that is the problem.  He stated that apartments are part of this area and there are registered sex offenders living in nearby apartments now.

 

Betty Lucas, 492 Nottingham Drive, stated she is against the proposal.  She said Mr. Duffey had abandoned his obligation to maintain property where her daughter lives.  She asked what this property would look like in ten years.

 

Ron Riggs, 1137 Guinevere, said he was opposed to the rezoning and asked for a show of hands of those in the audience who supported or opposed the proposal.  There were more hands raised in opposition.

 

Ron Butler, 612 Lancelot, said he would prefer to see single family homes on this site.  He said the City shouldn’t permit any development to proceed until the problems with the sewers have been fixed.

 

Mayor Steinkamp asked if anyone else wished to speak to the application.  Seeing no one, he closed the public hearing.  He asked the applicant if he wished to make any comments in rebuttal.  Mr. Price stated that what is being proposed better addresses storm water and sanitary sewer issues than does the existing plan.  He noted that the garden apartments zoning is not high density, but offers nice, private dwellings.  The developer would avoid the rezoning if he could but had been required to bring forward the rezoning application to build the development now proposed.  He questioned what existing single family homes would look like in ten or fifteen years and noted that people in the area now live in expensive single family homes that were built next to existing apartments and that didn’t appear to deter them from purchasing their homes at that time.  Mr. Price also noted that lots are sold to builders, with the best intentions for the project.

 

Document No. 6754a was read.  Council Member King moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member King moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Phillips seconded the motion.  Council Member Jenness asked for clarification of the option to approve the rezoning with a stipulation.  Planning & Development Director Steve Anderson stated that legal counsel had advised that no sunset was appropriate and the timing of the zoning to the plan was appropriate.

 

Council Member Jenness expressed concern about comments made by members of the Planning & Zoning Commission during its meeting adding it is not government’s place to say whether someone can profit from a development.

 

Council Member Parry questioned this development affecting the existing sewer issues.  Staff noted that a final development plan would be required if this rezoning were to be approved and the applicant would have to comply with all standards.  If the plan exacerbates the problem, the applicant would be responsible for providing a remedy.  That in-depth review takes place later.  Staff added that the current sewer problems were caused by existing trunk mains, which has an old tile system.  Inflow and infiltration makes the system fill up.  Incidents mentioned earlier were the result of debris getting in through a manhole, which caused the backups.  This development, as proposed, would not cause the problem to worsen.  Addressing storm water issues and the creek would require adding inlets to the culvert and rerouting the piping, which is not a major project.  Heavy erosion between the houses upstream continues to be a problem and storm events caused additional drainage problems.  This would all be addressed during the final development plan review.

 

Council Member Brenton stated that Joe Duffey has developed extensively throughout the community and with this being an infill development, it is a good project.  Based on his belief that this is the wrong location for the project and because the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended denial, he would vote against the rezoning and preliminary development plan.

 

Council Member Phillips moved to amend the ordinance, adding a stipulation to restrict construction to single family residences and limit the number of units to a maximum of 28.  Council Member Jenness seconded the motion.

 

Council Member King said he would support the amendment, but believed it accomplishes the same thing.  Council Member Phillips clarified that this provides another layer of assurance for the citizens, who also spoke during the Blueprint for Liberty process on what was desired for the community.  This is a better proposal than what is already allowed now for this site.  Mr. Anderson clarified that adding the amendment to the preliminary development plan ties the zoning to the plan.

 

The motion to amend the ordinance carried 6-2-0.  Council Members Foster and Parry voted in opposition.

 

Council Member Phillips stated he would vote in favor of the rezoning and preliminary development plan due to the following:  the comments made by the Planning & Zoning Commission members some of which were offensive and suggested economic segregation, diminished his usual approach to favor the recommendation of the Commission; voting against the proposal goes against the Liberty…For All process; this development is appealing and a respite from the sameness found in residential development designs in the Northland; walking trails and proximity to stores; architecture similar to what can be found in upscale areas, enhancing the neighborhood; and concerns about the creek problems would be better addressed through this proposal than single family homes.

 

Council Member Duncan stated he believed the proposal was progressive and what was needed.  He expressed confidence in the developer and the architect to put a quality development on the site.  Because he represented the people of the second ward, and they had spoken in a consistent and loud voice in opposition to the rezoning, he would vote against the ordinance.

 

Council Member Martin stated she agrees with the principles of the Blueprint but those, too, have been amended from time to time.  She expressed concern about the impact on this neighborhood and suggested it was needed, but perhaps in another location.  She thanked the citizens who had participated in this discussion and recognized they had valid concerns.

 

Council Member King expressed appreciation for the work of City staff, Mr. Duffey and Mr. Price.  Mr. King stated he had responded to numerous citizen contacts regarding this proposal, but noted some citizens had changed their alignment with the petition, once they understood it contained a falsehood.  After he directed one citizen to the actual project information, he saw it was a good project.  He added that the City had hired experts and invested in a process to consider plans for Liberty’s future.  He questioned who would step up to buy the developer’s property so he could build elsewhere.  Mr. King stated he would vote in favor of the rezoning and preliminary development plan.

 

Council Member Brenton stated he was elected to represent the citizens’ opinions and, with the majority expressing opposition to this project, he would vote no.

 

Mayor Steinkamp stated he would not vote unless there is a tie, but restated that a super majority is required to approve the ordinance.  He stated this property has had many plans over the years.  He said he hoped the Council would listen to all positions expressed and then logically think it through to an appropriate decision.  He added that the officials were elected because of their ability to make decisions in matters affecting the City.

 

The vote to approve the ordinance, as amended, resulted in a tie.  Council Members Martin, Brenton, Foster and Duncan voted in opposition.  Mayor Steinkamp broke the tie with a vote in favor of the rezoning and preliminary development plan.  The motion failed due to lack of a super majority in favor.

 

Mayor Steinkamp called for a recess at this time and reconvened the meeting after a short break.

 

IX.       ORDINANCES, CONTRACTS AND RESOLUTIONS

 

A.        ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF VENDOR PAYMENTS FROM SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 THROUGH OCTOBER 12, 2007 – ORDINANCE

 

Council Member Brenton asked for check number 104266 and check number 104423 to be removed and voted on separately.

 

Document No. 6755 was read.  Council Member King moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Duncan seconded the motion.

 

Council Member Jenness noted two draws for sewer backup claims and asked that the staff provide information on how much had been paid out in claims in 2007.  Mr. Wenson stated that would be provided to the Council.

 

Vote on the motion was as follows:  Council Member Phillips – yes; Council Member Martin – yes; Council Member Brenton – yes; Council Member Foster – yes; Council Member Jenness – yes; Council Member Duncan – yes; Council Member Parry – yes; Council Member King – yes.  The motion carried unanimously; it was approved by the Chair and inscribed in Ordinance No. 9212.

 

Council Member Phillips moved to approve check numbers 104266 and 104423.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried 7-0-1 and inscribed in Ordinance No. 9212.  Council Member Brenton abstained, due to a potential conflict of interest.

 

B.         ISSUANCE OF SPECIAL OBLIGATION BONDS ASSOCIATED WITH CLAY COUNTY HEALTH CENTER RELOCATION AGREEMENT – ORDINANCE

 

Finance Director Linda Tyree reviewed the agreement with Clay County Health Center pertaining to its move from the Triangle.  That December 2005 agreement obligates the City to pay the Health Center Board $1.85 million to assist with the relocation when the sale of the property closed.  The funding will be provided through the issuance of Special Obligation Bonds not to exceed $2,109,000.  The bonds have a maturity of 36 months.  The bonds would be callable at the City’s option anytime after 12 months.  In response to Council questions, staff stated that, if necessary after 36 months, the bonds could be extended.  The property is being sold to the redeveloper in the Triangle, which the developer would sell to a retailer.  Revenues generated once the site is developed would pay off the bonds.

 

Document No. 6756 was read.  Council Member Martin moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Phillips seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member King moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried 7-1-0.  Council Member Parry voted in opposition.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 9213.

 

C.         AMENDMENT TO SECTION 3-31 OF THE LIBERTY CITY CODE PERTAINING TO PURCHASE AND POSESSION OF ALCOHOL BY MINORS – ORDINANCE

 

Document No. 6757 was read.  Council Member King moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Phillips seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member King moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion.  Police Chief Craig Knouse stated this decreases the amount of time police have to spend on each case because police officers can bring all charges associated with violations into Municipal Court.  The motion carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 9214.

 

D.        WELL FIELD EXPANSION PROJECT

 

1.         FINAL CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH CLARKE WELL & EQUIPMENT ON A CHANGE ORDER DECREASING THE AMOUNT BY $54,086.73 – ORDINANCE

 

Document No. 6758 was read.  Council Member King moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Phillips moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 9215.

 

2.                   ACCEPTANCE OF PROJECT – RESOLUTION

 

Council Member Martin moved to accept the project.  Council Member Phillips seconded the motion, which carried unanimously and is inscribed in Resolution No. 2323.

 

E.         AGREEMENT WITH MISSOURI HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION PERTAINING TO SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROGRAM – ORDINANCE

 

Document No. 6759 was read.  Council Member Phillips moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Martin moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member King seconded the motion.  It was noted that the City initiated this grant, although citizens in the area of Franklin School had also encouraged the City to pursue funding for the sidewalk project.  The maximum awarded is expected to be spent on the project, which requires some engineering for crossings over two creeks.

 

The motion carried unanimously; it was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 9216.

 

F.         H HIGHWAY 16” WATER MAIN EXTENSION PROJECT

 

1.         AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT WITH SHAFER, KLINE & WARREN, INC. FOR ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $8,600 – ORDINANCE

 

Document No. 6760 was read.  Council Member Martin moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Phillips seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Phillips moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 9217.

 

2.         ACCEPTANCE OF EASEMENTS – ORDINANCE

 

Document No. 6761 was read.  Council Member Martin moved to waive the rules and consider the ordinance on first reading.  Council Member Phillips seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

Council Member Phillips moved to approve the ordinance.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.  It was approved by the Chair and is inscribed in Ordinance No. 9218.

 

X.         OTHER BUSINESS

 

A.                 PURCHASE OF HVAC CONDENSING UNIT FOR CITY HALL FROM WALDINGER CORPORATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $35,422.96 – MOTION

 

Public Works Director Steve Hansen reviewed the history of the current equipment, stating that compressors have been replaced more than once on this unit and it is now more cost effective to purchase a replacement unit.  It is proposed that the expenditure come from capital equipment funds and be purchased this year.

 

Council Member Brenton moved to approve the purchase.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried unanimously.

 

B.                 PURCHASE OF VEHICLE FOR SANITARY SEWER MAINTENANCE FROM KEY EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY IN THE AMOUNT OF $141,760.00 – MOTION

 

Mr. Hansen reviewed the need for this vehicle, which is proposed to handle emergency repairs.  By contracting out the day to day, purchasing a demonstration vehicle available through this vendor, this purchase is the most cost effective means to provide the services needed.  In response to Council questions, Mr. Hansen stated that emergency access is needed at least once a week.  The balance of funds budgeted for the purchase would be returned to the capital fund.  The City currently contracts with Trekk Design Group for cleaning and evaluation of sewers.  The cost for service includes video and analysis.

 

Council Member Duncan moved to approve the purchase.  Council Member Martin seconded the motion, which carried 7-1-0.  Council Member Parry voted in opposition to the motion.

 

XI.               MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR

 

City Administrator Curt Wenson noted the Mayor’s Forum scheduled for October 29 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Community Center.  He also noted that on November 5, executive and special sessions have been added, to begin at 6:00 p.m.  The Whitehall Station redevelopment agreement will be on the special session agenda.  The study session at 7:00 p.m. that night will include the Capital Improvements Plans and service agreements.

 

XII.            MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS FROM MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL

 

Council Member Foster asked that staff follow up with Mr. English regarding the railroad switching issue.

 

Council Member Jenness asked when the meetings would begin being aired on Channel 2.  Mr. Wenson said technical difficulties had delayed the start date, but it was expected that meetings would be aired beginning the end of November.  The problems being addressed do not carry an additional cost.

 

Mayor Steinkamp stated that the recent Clay County Coordinating Committee meeting provided a good opportunity to see the North Kansas City facility.  He also thanked council members who had attended the Boards and Commissions recognition dinner, which was well attended this year.

 

XIII.     ADJOURNMENT

 

The meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m.

 

 

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                                                                                    Mayor

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Deputy City Clerk