MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
SPECIAL MEETING
MONDAY JUNE 13, 2005
PRESENT: Mayor Carol Rudi
Mayor
Pro Tem Bill Cross
Councilman
Les Smith
Councilman Wayne
Beer
City Counselor David Ramsay
City Clerk Cathy Swenson
ABSENT: Councilman Joe Evans
City
Manager Kirk Davis
Mayor Carol Rudi opened the
Special June 13, 2005, City Council Meeting at 7:30 PM in the Gladstone City
Council Chambers.
Item 3. on the Agenda. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
Mayor Carol Rudi led the Pledge of Allegiance, in
which all joined.
Item 4. on the Agenda. APPROVAL OF THE REGULAR MAY 23, 2005 CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES.
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to approve the Regular May 23, 2005, City Council Meeting Minutes as presented. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded the motion.
The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0)
Item 4a. on the Agenda. Special Presentation to Jamie Smith-Hennessy, recipient of the Small
Business of the Year Award from the Missouri Department of Economic
Development.
Mayor Carol Rudi read and presented a Certificate of
Recognition to Jamie Smith- Hennessy, who received the Small Business of the
Year Award from the Missouri Department of Economic Development. Mayor Rudi reported that the Small Business
of the Year recognizes a small business that has experienced significant
growth, improved internal processes or developed a business or marketing plan
to improve the business. Mayor Rudi
stated Ms. Hennessy’s business, Nature’s Window, is in Gladstone, and the
concept for Nature’s Window took root in 1994 and has grown to include an
in-flight catering service, which began in 1999. The company now employs 10 people. Mayor Rudi invited Ms. Hennessy to talk about
her award and the growth of her business.
Jamie Smith-Hennessy began by saying at one time her
life was not what she wanted it to be, so she packed up her daughter, and began
work cleaning up construction sites. Ms.
Hennessy then built a greenhouse and called it Nature’s Window, selling organic
herbs and vegetables she purchased from the Farmer’s Market. She then began making pies, breads and
cookies. A doctor asked her if she would
provide catering services, which she did.
This was followed by other catering requests, which prompted her to buy
a bakery. Ms. Smith-Hennessy said she
found a 650 square foot facility in
Ms. Smith-Hennessy said her business has grown from
an organic truck garden, where she hid her money in a mason jar and buried it
in the ground, to having the opportunity to serve at events attended by people
like professional golfer Jack Nicholas.
Ms. Smith-Hennessy stated her motto is “fail until you succeed”, and the
most important part of her accomplishments is being her daughter’s hero. Ms. Smith-Hennessy said she has shown her
daughter that with a lot of hard work and determination, a person can do
whatever they wish to do, and this award is for her daughter and all the
wonderful people who work for her. Ms.
Smith-Hennessy said she could not have done this in any other community but
Gladstone. The
Councilman Wayne Beer stated it was about a year ago
that Ms. Smith-Hennessy was recognized by this Council when she received the
Women Who Mean Business Award, and it appears that she is expanding beyond
being a woman’s business. Councilman
Beer offered his congratulations.
Item 5. on the Agenda. CONSENT AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA DETAIL
Following the Clerk’s reading, Councilman Wayne Beer moved to adopt the Consent Agenda as presented. Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0)
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-05-46, authorizing the City Manager to accept a Bill of Sale from Larry K. and Connie S. Myers, and Southeast Mechanical Contractors, conveying to the City two water lines and two fire hydrants built in conjunction with construction of Northland Auto at 6110 North Oak Trafficway. Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0)
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to adopt RESOLUTION
R-05-47, authorizing the City Manager to accept a Bill of Sale from Brandon
S. Beagle and Haines and Associates Construction, conveying to the City one
water line and two manholes built in conjunction with construction of a duplex
at 3610 and
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-05-48, authorizing the Director of Public Safety to make application for Law Enforcement Grants under the Missouri Highway Safety Program and to execute all necessary documents to complete the application process. Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0)
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-05-49, authorizing execution of a Professional Engineering Services agreement with Water’s Edge Aquatic Design in the total amount not to exceed $78,300.00 for the design of improvements to the Municipal Pool. Project 056050. Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0)
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-05-50, authorizing the agreement for confinement of prisoners with Midwest Security Housing, LLC. Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0)
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-05-51, authorizing the Restrictive Covenant applicable to the Gladstone Water Treatment Plant site to prohibit signage. Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0)
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to approve the ANNUAL LIQUOR LICENSE RENEWAL for Price Chopper, 6475 North Prospect for a 7 Day Package Liquor and Wine Tasting License. Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0)
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to approve a BUILDING
PERMIT for an addition to
(BP 05-10000322). Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0)
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to approve the FINANCIAL REPORTS for May 2005. Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0)
REGULAR AGENDA
Item 6. on the Agenda. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE
AUDIENCE.
There were no communications from the audience.
Item 7. on the Agenda. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY
COUNCIL.
Councilman Les Smith had no comments at this
time.
Councilman Wayne Beer reported the Bluesfest was a
resounding success and had great crowds.
Councilman Beer said he was there both nights and had a great time. The music was great and so were the people in
attendance. Councilman Beer
congratulated the Gladstone Area Chamber of Commerce on this successful
event.
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross asked Parks and Recreation
Director Sheila Lillis what she estimated the turnout was for Bluesfest.
Director Lillis replied the Chamber estimated there
were approximately 15,000 people in attendance for the weekend.
Mayor Pro Tem Cross asked Public Safety Director
Bill Adamo where the prisoners are currently being sent.
Director Adamo replied the City currently uses a
facility in Henrietta, Missouri, Ray County Security Housing, which was a
private facility. It was recently
purchased by Ray County Sheriff’s Department.
Mayor Pro Tem Cross inquired into the cost of the
housing.
Director Adamo replied the cost is $35 for a female
and $30 for a male. The advantage is
that they will transport prisoners, and the City does not have to tie up
personnel to provide that transportation.
Mayor Pro Tem Cross stated the tour of the newly
renovated Public Safety facility at the recent dedication was very educational
and interesting. Councilman Cross said
he believed about 200 people were in attendance. Councilman Cross stated about two or three
prisoners can be held at a time at our Public Safety facility.
Director Adamo agreed and said they can be held for
a very short term.
Mayor Carol Rudi announced that Gladstone Neighbors Helping
Neighbors is conducting a workday on June 18th. They are meeting at City Hall at 8:00
AM. Mayor Rudi asked Parks and
Recreation Director Sheila Lillis to discuss the activities at Oak Grove Park
over the weekend.
Director Lillis reported that on the third Friday in
June, July and August, there will be a movie played at Oak Grove Park. The first movie “Casablanca”, will be on June
17th, at 9:15 PM. Prior to
the movie, at 7:30 PM, the Harpin’ Harps will perform. Concessions will be available from the
Northland Optimists. All the movies in
the park are free, and they all start at 9:15 PM.
Mayor Rudi inquired into the concessions.
Director Lillis replied there will be nachos, hot
dogs, candy, pretzels, and things of that nature.
Item 8. on the Agenda. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY
MANAGER.
Assistant City Manager Scott Wingerson thanked Parks
and Recreation Director Sheila Lillis, Public Safety Director Bill Adamo,
Public Works Director Chuck Williams, and their staffs for staffing and
supporting the Bluesfest over the weekend.
Without their support, this very successful event would not be
possible. There were 16 City of
Gladstone employee volunteers who participated in the event. Mr. Wingerson thanked the employee volunteers
and said they are also a big part of making the event happen. Mr. Wingerson thanked The Gladstone Area of
Chamber members for co-hosting the event and for all their hard work.
Mr. Wingerson reminded everyone of the North Kansas
City School Board Meeting that will be tomorrow night at 7:00 PM. The proposal for the aquatic center will be
presented at the meeting. Mr. Wingerson
stated he wished to draw attention to a media release from Sergeant King that
recognizes three Public Safety Officers:
Officer Keever, Officer Boydston, and Officer Salazar. These officers clearly went beyond the call
of duty at a fire that happened on June 9th, at Northwood Village
Apartments. Mr. Wingerson offered thanks
to those officers on another good job done by Public Safety.
Item 9. on the Agenda. RESOLUTION NO. R-05-52, authorizing execution of
a contract by and between the City of Gladstone, Missouri and the Kansas City
Area Transportation Authority to provide public transportation for the period
July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006.
Councilman Les Smith moved
to approve RESOLUTION NO. R-05-52, authorizing execution of a contract
by and between the City of Gladstone, Missouri and the Kansas City Area
Transportation Authority to provide public transportation for the period July
1, 2005 through June 30, 2006, subject to paragraph 5, page 2, being changed to
read: “If the actual total deficit and
other factors are such that the KCATA deems the full Local Share is not required,
the KCATA shall (strike “may”) require payment of
less than the Local Share, or reimburse the Community for a portion of the
Local Share previously paid.
Councilman Smith said Mr.
Swope verbally agreed to this change in his presentation at the City Council’s
Open Study Session
Councilman Wayne Beer
seconded.
City Counselor David Ramsay
stated he spoke with Mr. Swope, who said changing the word was certainly
agreeable with him, but he would need to check with his organization’s legal
counsel. Mr. Ramsay said Mr. Swope did
not feel it would be a problem, but he did want to make Council aware there may
be some technical reason the organization’s legal staff does not want to make
this change. If that occurs, Staff will
come back to Council with another recommendation.
Councilman Smith agreed and
said if the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority’s legal counsel is not
comfortable with this change, this issue can be brought back before this
Council.
The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0)
Item 10. on the Agenda. RESOLUTION NO. R-05-53, adopting the 2006 Annual
Operating Budget for the City of Gladstone, Missouri, for the Fiscal Year
beginning July 1, 2005 and ending June 30, 2006, authorizing the expenditure of
funds and approving the Position Classification and Compensation Plan.
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross
moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. R-05-53, adopting the 2006 Annual
Operating Budget for the City of Gladstone, Missouri, for the Fiscal Year
beginning July 1, 2005 and ending June 30, 2006, authorizing the expenditure of
funds and approving the Position Classification and Compensation Plan. Councilman Les Smith seconded.
Councilman Smith thanked City staff for all their hard work on this year’s budget. The budget does not get any easier as time goes by. Staff did a very good job in setting some priorities in the coming year. Councilman Smith said he wished to commend Council members for their work on the budget.
Mayor Rudi stated Staff did a good job working Gladstone on the Move recommendations
into the budget.
Councilman Beer said he would like to echo both Councilman Smith and Mayor Rudi’s comments. Each succeeding budget becomes more difficult because receipts do not increase, but expenses do seem to increase. As a result, every year gets harder. Councilman Beer expressed to City staff congratulations on a job well done.
The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0)
Item 11. on the Agenda. FIRST READING BILL 05-21, amending Ordinance No. 3.763 concerning the licensing and regulation of Pawnbrokers doing business within the City of Gladstone.
City Counselor David Ramsay stated this is a Bill to update the City’s current pawnbroker Ordinance to incorporate new State law requirements. Principally, the Ordinance requires that each licensing entity agree to join and provide information through an internet database of all property that is taken into their facilities. It is coincidental that some Council members raised policy questions in this area last week when this Ordinance was being developed. This Ordinance does not address those issue, but merely addresses database requirements. Staff will be working on the broader issues that Council is interested in, and will bring those forward for Council’s review in the next few weeks.
Councilman Les Smith moved to place Bill 05-21 on First Reading. Councilman Bill Cross seconded.
Councilman Beer stated that anytime a new regulation or Ordinance is enacted, he suspects there are those people who are affected by the regulation or Ordinance who feel discriminated against by the action. Councilman Beer said he feels it is important to make clear that the purpose of this Ordinance is to provide some clarification of operations within the City and to provide a law enforcement tool for recovery or identification of pawned items, which may have been stolen. It is important to provide a procedure by which property could be identified properly under certain conditions, and this Ordinance does that.
City Counselor Ramsay said it also gives some protection to the operator of the shop by providing them the ability to have some assurance that the property they are handling is not contraband.
Councilman Beer said it is often thought that there is a negative stereotype to the pawnshops. While many people may foster that stereotype, the fact remains they offer a service that is often needed. We need to make sure all parties involved, the shop operator, law enforcement, and the citizens are properly protected.
Mayor Rudi stated she understands that most of the City’s pawnshops are already participating in this process, and have cooperated with the process without the Ordinance, so it should not impose too much of a difficulty for most of the pawnshop owners.
The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0). The Clerk read the Bill.
Councilman Les Smith moved to accept the First Reading of Bill 05-21, Waive the Rule and place the Bill on Second and Final Reading. Councilman Bill Cross seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0). The Clerk read the Bill.
Councilman Les Smith moved to accept the Second and Final Reading of Bill 05-21 and enact the Bill as Ordinance 3.959. Councilman Bill Cross seconded.
Roll Call Vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0).
Item 12. on the Agenda. FIRST READING BILL 05-22, an annual Ordinance establishing a procedure for certain Gladstone Municipal Officials to disclose potential conflicts of interest and comply with the personal financial disclosure requirements pursuant to the State of Missouri “Ethics Law”.
Councilman Les Smith moved to place Bill 05-22 on First Reading. Councilman Bill Cross seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0). The Clerk read the Bill.
Councilman Les Smith moved to accept the First Reading of Bill 05-22, Waive the Rule and place the Bill on Second and Final Reading. Councilman Bill Cross seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0). The Clerk read the Bill.
Councilman Les Smith moved to accept the Second and Final Reading of Bill 05-22 and enact the Bill as Ordinance 3.960. Councilman Bill Cross seconded.
Roll Call Vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0).
Item 13. on the Agenda. OTHER BUSINESS.
There was no other business.
Item
14. on the Agenda. QUESTIONS FROM THE NEWS
MEDIA.
There
were no questions from the News Media.
Item 15. on the Agenda. ADJOURNMENT.
There being no further
business to come before the June 13, 2005, Gladstone City Council Meeting,
Mayor Carol Rudi adjourned the Regular Meeting.
Councilman Wayne Beer made a
motion to adjourn to Closed Executive Session pursuant to the Missouri Open
Meeting Act exemption 610.021(1) for Litigation and Confidential or Privileged
Communications with Legal Counsel, 610.021(2) for Real Estate Acquisition
Discussion, and 610.021(3) for Personnel Discussion. Councilman Bill Cross seconded the motion.
Roll Call Vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman
Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0).
Respectfully submitted:
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Cathy Swenson, City Clerk
Approved
as submitted: ___
Approved
as corrected/amended: ___
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Mayor Carol Rudi