MINUTES

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

GLADSTONE, MISSOURI

REGULAR MEETING

 

 

MONDAY JANUARY 9, 2006

 

 

 

PRESENT:          Mayor Carol Rudi

                             Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross

Councilman Les Smith

                             Councilman Wayne Beer

                             Councilman Joe Evans

 

City Manager Kirk Davis

Assistant City Manager Scott Wingerson

City Counselor David Ramsay

City Clerk Cathy Swenson

 

Mayor Carol Rudi opened the Regular January 9, 2006, 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 DECEMBER 12, 2005, CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES CONVENING THE CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION.

 

Councilman Wayne Beer moved to approve the December 12, 2005, City Council Meeting Minutes Convening the Closed Executive Session as presented.  Councilman Les Smith seconded the motion. 

 

The vote:  All “aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).

 

Item 4a. on the Agenda.           APPROVAL OF THE DECEMBER 12, 2005, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES.

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to approve the December 12, 2005, Regular City Council Meeting Minutes as presented.  Councilman Wayne Beer seconded the motion. 

 

The vote:  All “aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).

 

Item 4b. on the Agenda.           Presentation of Certificates of Recognition for citizen involvement with the Public Safety Department.

 

Mayor Rudi began by saying that on December 14, 2005, at 1:47 PM, Gladstone police officers responded to Bircain Apartments to investigate a reported apartment burglary that had just occurred.  With information regarding the suspects and suspect vehicle that was received from Scott Marquess, Communications Officer Baughman broadcast a BOLO (be on the lookout) for the suspects and suspect vehicle in connection with the burglary.

 

Mayor Rudi stated that Clay County Deputy Danny Ruth upon hearing the information broadcast, saw a vehicle matching the suspect vehicle description and radioed the information and direction of travel to Clay County Sergeant Murray Howerton, who was able to observe the vehicle, follow it, and make the stop at North Chouteau and Missouri Route 210, where he was joined by Deputy Ruth.

 

Mayor Rudi continued by saying Mr. Marquess, when many are hesitant to aid the police, was able to positively identify the suspect vehicle and the suspects in the burglary and aided in the investigation that led to the arrest and charging of the suspects with Burglary Second Degree and Felony Stealing.

 

On behalf of the City and the Public Safety Department, Mayor Rudi said she would like to extend thanks and commendation to all of the parties involved for their quick action, attention to detail and willingness to step forward and become involved.  The efforts of each of these people being recognized tonight led to the speedy apprehension of two dangerous criminals and the recovery of nearly $1,900.00 in stolen property.  Mayor Rudi stated they are all deserving of this recognition, and we thank you.

 

Mayor Rudi asked Debra Baughman, Scott Marquess, Danny Ruth, and Murray Howerton to step forward to receive Certificates of Recognition.

 

Mayor Rudi welcomed Ms. Baughman’s grandmother, Rosalie, Sheriff Paul Vescovo, and Under Sheriff Roger Yates.  Mayor Rudi thanked them for their attendance.

 

Mayor Rudi expressed her thanks and the thanks of the community, and said we would be in a lot worse shape then we are if it weren’t for the efforts of people such as these.  Mayor Rudi encouraged everyone to look out for his neighbors, think about each other, and call the police for suspicious activity.

 

Item 5. on the Agenda.             CONSENT AGENDA

 

CONSENT AGENDA DETAIL

 

Following the Clerk’s reading, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to accept the Consent Agenda as presented.  Councilman Joe Evans seconded.   The vote:  All “aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-06-01, authorizing acceptance of work under contract with Miller Paving & Construction, LLC, for the 2005 Curb and Sidewalk Program; and authorizing final payment in the amount of $26,696.81 for Project 055007.  Councilman Joe Evans seconded.  The vote:  All “aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-06-02, authorizing acceptance of work under contract with APAC-Kansas, Incorporated, Kansas City Division, for the 2005 Street Overlay Program; and authorizing final payment in the amount of $54,094.89 for Project 065001.  Councilman Joe Evans seconded.  The vote:  All “aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-06-03, accepting Temporary Construction Easements and Permanent Easements from property owners in conjunction with the Northwest 67th Street and North Indiana Phase II Stormwater Project (055023).  Councilman Joe Evans seconded.  The vote:  All “aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to approve the FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR NOVEMBER 2005.  Councilman Joe Evans seconded.  The vote:  All “aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REGULAR AGENDA

 

Item 6. on the Agenda.             COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.

 

John Garner, 111 Heatherton Court, stated a problem in his area was discussed at a previous City Council meeting, and a letter was sent to the developer.  Mr. Garner said six of the residents were in attendance at this evening’s meeting, and would like to know what the next step is that the City can take to get the developer to complete the eight to eleven concerns she has not yet completed.

 

Assistant City Manager Scott Wingerson stated the City issued numerous “Stop Work Orders” on the project, which have, in effect, stopped the work in Heatherton Court subdivision.  The primary issues the City was involved in had to do with the failure of the retaining wall, erosion control, and some backflow prevention on the irrigation system.  Mr. Wingerson said the retaining wall design has been approved, and the wall has been reconstructed.  City staff is awaiting final engineering reports to certify the actual construction.  It is believed the wall was done appropriately, as Staff was there a good part of the time taking pictures of construction of the retaining wall.  Mr. Wingerson said the erosion control is greatly improved with minimal dirt in the gutter line, and very little in the street itself.  Backflow prevention has been installed for the irrigation system, but not yet certified, however, the restoration of that area is not complete. 

 

Mr. Wingerson stated the true life/safety issues that concern the City within Heatherton Court subdivision have been marginally addressed and are no longer an immediate hazard, however, there is more work to be done.  Staff will continue to work through the developer, the developer’s banker, and the developer’s lawyers to move things forward.  Mr. Wingerson said because the City has issued “Stop Work Orders’, construction and any activity has stopped except that specifically authorized by City staff.

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross stated that Mr. Garner mentioned that six residents were present tonight and asked if the work done is visible.

 

Mr. Garner replied what Mr. Wingerson stated is true, but the debris that has been pushed over the hill needs to be removed, and there are still a lot of weeds that need to be cut.  Hay bales that have deteriorated need to be replaced by the developer.  The drainage coming off the hill has not been corrected.  Mr. Garner said his backflow system has not yet been approved, and there was undermining on his driveway on City property, when the developer tried to correct the water connection between his and his neighbor’s sprinkler system. 

 

Mr. Garner said underneath his driveway has been eroded two or three feet, which is on City easement.  Mr. Garner said he realizes the developer, Margaret Miller, is sick, but there has been plenty of time for her daughter to step in and do the things that need to be done to correct these problems.  Mr. Garner said the County is coming out the end of the month to reassess property because of this, and he and his neighbors will have their property values lowered because of this.

 

Councilman Les Smith said he visited this afternoon with Mr. Garner, and he knows that he and his neighbors understand that not all of the issues are City issues, and they appreciate that the City has tried to help resolve the issues Mr. Wingerson addressed.  Councilman Smith said these folks are incredibly frustrated, as can be imagined.  They have numerous neighborhood issues, as well as private issues.  Councilman Smith said the sense is that if the City can continue to do what needs to be done, perhaps the project will evolve into what it should be.  Councilman Smith said he would like to know if the developer should not complete those items that are City issues, what the process is for citing her, bringing her to municipal court, or whatever can be done to force the developer to comply.

 

Mr. Wingerson replied many of the issues that remain in the subdivision are left because of the issuance of the “Stop Work Orders”; that stops all activity in the project itself.  As spring arrives, it is anticipated on undeveloped lots there will be weeds and additional erosion control being necessary.  The developer can be cited for those types of things into municipal court, and given the developer’s performance last year, Staff has started the step of citation into municipal court.  From that point, it would be scheduled for a hearing with the judge, and if there were no continuances issued, the judge would mete out a judgment that is appropriate in the court’s eyes.  Mr. Wingerson said it is about a 60-day process from the issuance of a citation until the first possible court hearing.  Some cases take much longer, depending on their complexity and ability of people to appear.

 

Councilman Smith inquired into the time frame from what Mr. Wingerson discussed versus an issue of weeds, and for the City to mitigate that problem.  Mr. Smith said his understanding of the process is that the City gives notice to the property owner; the City then mows the property; the City assesses the fees and costs; and then the City posts a lien on the property.  Councilman Smith inquired into the time frame for those actions. 

 

Mr. Wingerson replied, in this case, Staff would issue a notice and citation simultaneously to the developer.  The developer would have ten days to eliminate the weed concern.  If it were not eliminated in ten days, Staff would retain a mower to mow the property.  The City would assess those charges to the taxes in addition to an administrative fee.  It would then continue on with the court process through a citation.

 

Councilman Wayne Beer remarked, as stated, a “Stop Work Order” has the effect of stopping all further development on the project, and asked to what extent does it inhibit or prevent the completion of items that have been cited for remediation, repair, replacement, and so forth.

 

Mr. Wingerson replied the “Stop Work Orders” preclude all improvement, development, and construction activity, except those activities that are required in order to have the “Stop Work Orders” removed.  The undermining of the driveway, a small drainage swale concern on the west edge of the property, and debris on the south edge of the property, which Mr. Garner mentioned, are the three main things that are left in order to have the “Stop Work Orders” removed, so those activities are not prohibited.

 

Mr. Garner stated an Ordinance was approved at the last Council meeting that talked about deposits that builders must provide, and asked if that would pertain to the mowing, the street, and this process.  Mr. Garner said he does not know if the developer has renewed an occupation license with the City, and if she had to post money for the project that is now required.

 

City Counselor David Ramsay replied the Ordinance of which Mr. Garner speaks, was effective at the last meeting, so any project that commenced prior to that would not be subject to the terms of the Ordinance.

 

Mr. Wingerson stated any building permits issued after the effective date of the Ordinance, would apply, so we would miss the development deposit, but we would gain when new permits are issued the per lot deposit requirement for erosion and sediment.

 

Councilman Joe Evans stated in the past the City has mowed some property and sent bills to the property owner, and asked if Public Works or Parks personnel could assist in cleaning up this property, and include the costs back to the developer, as a one time issue to move this along. 

 

Mr. Wingerson stated the Public Works Department offered to clean the street.  That offer was rejected, and the developer cleaned the street.  The weeds are now a little bit high for normal winter, but not much too high.  When spring arrives, Staff is still on the cycle of inspections on a routine basis, so that site will be inspected early in the spring.

 

Mayor Rudi asked if everything is being done that could be done at this point.

 

Mr. Wingerson replied yes.

 

Item 7. on the Agenda.             COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL.

 

Councilman Joe Smith had no comments at this time.

 

Councilman Les Smith had no comments at this time.

 

Councilman Wayne Beer had no comments at this time.

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross stated he hoped everyone had a wonderful holiday, and he was glad to see such a nice turnout at this meeting.

 

Mayor Carol Rudi stated she hoped everyone had great holidays and has a wonderful new year.

 

Item 7a. on the Agenda.           THEATRE IN THE PARK REAPPOINTMENTS

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to reappoint Lenette Johnson and Michelle Coon to the Theatre in the Park Council, with term expiration dates of December 2007 for both reappointments.  Councilman Wayne Beer seconded.  The vote:  All “aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).

 

Item 8. on the Agenda.             COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY MANAGER.

 

City Manager Kirk Davis reported there was a wellness weigh-in today, which is a unique activity between Gladstone and the City of North Kansas City.  Channel 5, tonight, covered part of the event.  Human Resource Departments of both cities worked together to come up with not only a fun idea for employees, but also a way to better both organizations in terms of wellness of employees, reducing health care costs, and at the same time having a friendly competition relative to weight loss.  Gladstone’s sponsor is St. Luke’s Northland, and North Kansas City’s sponsor is North Kansas City Hospital.  The sponsors are contributing funds to be donated to the winner’s charity of choice.  This is a three-month project.  The teams look forward to getting started on their weight loss endeavors.  City Manager Davis said his hat is off to Human Resources Administrator Charlene Leslie, who had the idea and coordinated the effort with North Kansas City.  City Manager Davis said there was a tremendous response, today, from the cities and their staffs.  Both mayors were present, and the challenge should be a lot of fun.

 

City Manager Davis reported City Hall will be closed Monday, January 16th, for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.  On January 12th, there will be a Community Center public meeting to discuss the design of the community center.  The public is invited to give input, ideas, suggestions, and to ask questions about this facility. 

 

Mr. Davis welcomed Carol Blanchard from the “Dispatch Tribune” newspaper.  This is the first meeting she has covered, and the City looks forward to a good relationship with her.  Mr. Davis invited City Council members to Sergeant Steve Jackson’s retirement luncheon, 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, February 1st, at the Gladstone Community Center.  Sergeant Jackson has been with the City for 25 years, and most everyone in the community knows him.

 

Item 9. on the Agenda.             FIRST READING AMENDED BILL 05-39, amending Ordinance No. 2.292 and being an Ordinance relating to zoning Ordinance Regulations and the establishment of Use Districts within the City of Gladstone, Missouri.  Applicant/Owner:  Donald D. Perry II.   (File #1265)

 

 

 

 

Councilman Les Smith moved to place Amended Bill 05-39 on First Reading.  Councilman Wayne Beer seconded.  The vote:  All “aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).  The Clerk read the Bill.

 

Councilman Les Smith moved to accept the First Reading of Amended Bill 05-39, Waive the Rule and place the Bill on Second and Final Reading.  Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. 

 

Councilman Smith stated that as there was public discussion about this issue at the last Council meeting, it is important to highlight the four conditions that have been added as follows:

 

Outdoor lighting of the storage lot shall be mounted to buildings and/or fence.  Overflow lighting shall be imperceptible of property lines.

 

Construction materials shall be in conformance with adopted site and design standards.  Appropriateness shall be determined during the permit review and approval process.

 

Overhead garage doors on the service building and car wash shall remain closed, except during designed use.

 

The privacy fence shown on the site plan shall be 8 feet in height.  At minimum, the lower 4-foot section shall be constructed of solid material.  If wood is utilized for the upper section, it shall be constructed finish side out.  The entire privacy screen shall be maintained in perpetuity.

 

Councilman Smith stated the key element to the privacy fence is the lower 4-foot section.  Many of the residents were concerned that merely a wood privacy fence could deteriorate over time and would cause the neighbors to see stored cars and different activity on the lot.  This should solve that problem.  Councilman Smith said solid material means brick, stone, and so forth, and he feels this is a key addition to the requirements.

 

Councilman Wayne Beer stated the Ordinance does state privacy fence, which eliminates the possibility of the upper four feet being of a light porous product.  The term privacy alludes to the imperviousness to light transmission.

 

Mayor Rudi stated it is the fence that she has heard the most about from the neighbors.  People are concerned about how the fence will look, and all efforts are being made to improve the appearance of the fence, rather than to just install a wood fence.  

 

Councilman Smith stated it would be his preference that the entire eight-foot structure be of solid material.  Councilman Smith said he was willing to compromise on the four-foot section, but believes the more the developer can do in this regard, would greatly appease the neighbors.

 

Mayor Rudi agreed, and said attractiveness is what Council is seeking.

 

The vote:  All “aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).  The Clerk read the Bill.

 

Councilman Les Smith moved to accept the Second and Final Reading of Amended Bill 05-39 and enact the Bill as Ordinance 3.978.  Councilman Wayne Beer seconded.

 

Roll Call Vote:  All “aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).

 

Item 10. on the Agenda.           FIRST READING AMENDED BILL 05-40, approving a Site Plan in conjunction with a rezoning  for Property at 5720 North Oak Trafficway.  Applicant/Owner:  Donald D. Perry II.  (File #1265)

 

Councilman Wayne Beer moved to place Amended Bill 05-40 on First Reading.  Councilman Les Smith seconded.  The vote:  All “aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).  The Clerk read the Bill.

 

Councilman Wayne Beer moved to accept the First Reading of Amended Bill 05-40, Waive the Rule and place the Bill on Second and Final Reading.  Councilman Les Smith seconded.  The vote:  All “aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).  The Clerk read the Bill.

 

Councilman Wayne Beer moved to accept the Second and Final Reading of Amended Bill 05-40 and enact the Bill as Ordinance 3.979.  Councilman Les Smith seconded.

 

Roll Call Vote:  “Aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).

 

Item 11. on the Agenda.           PUBLIC HEARING:  on a request for a Site Plan Revision and consideration of a Special Use Permit subject to certain conditions to Ron Goens for operation of Goens Brothers, Incorporated, on property located at 7514 North Oak Trafficway.  Applicant:  Ron Goens.  Owner: Ryan’s Family Steakhouse, Inc. 

File No. 1266

 

Mayor Carol Rudi opened the Public Hearing and explained the hearing process that City Staff would make their presentation, followed by a presentation by the Applicant and finally comments from those in Favor and those Opposed.

 

 

 

Staff Presentation

 

Assistant City Manager Scott Wingerson stated the subject property is the Ryan’s Steak House facility located on the southwest corner of 76th Street and North Oak Trafficway.  The applicant is requesting two actions from the Council.  The first is a Special Use Permit to allow a moderate amount of outdoor activity on property that is currently zoned CP-2 for neighborhood business.  The applicant proposes to operate two businesses from the Ryan’s Steak House facility.  The first is a rental business to rent table, chairs, and equipment.  The second business is the headquarters and main offices for the applicant’s painting contracting company.  The Special Use Permit is the first action requested, and that is required to allow the use of an enclosed area to the west of the existing restaurant.  This area would be enclosed by a masonry wall, and wrought iron gates, and would house outdoor equipment that would be available for rent, as well as propane, refilling tanks, and activity such as that.  The Special Use Permit allows the outdoor operation of that portion of the business.  The activities going on within the building would be allowed under the current zoning classification.

 

Mr. Wingerson said the second action the applicant is requesting is a Site Plan approval, which allows the construction of the masonry screening wall, and allows the construction of a 9,400 square foot retail building that is located just to the north and west of the existing restaurant, which is basically at the back of the lot.  This maximizes the land use and provides a service area not only for the proposed retail building, but for the outdoor storage facility through the rear of the building, and provides ample parking to the north of what used to be Ryan’s Steak House.  The Planning Commission voted 10 to 1 to approve each of the requests.  They did have some suggestions for language changes in each of the Ordinances.  On the Special Use Permit Bill, Staff renumbered conditions 9 through 14 to provide consistency.  Staff removed the phrase “trash pickup” from condition number 10.  Condition number 12 was redrafted that had to do with weight limitations on heavy equipment, hours of use, and so forth, to simply say “storage of trucks and heavy equipment outside of the masonry screening wall is prohibited.”  It would be allowed behind the screening wall, but any storage outside would be prohibited. 

 

Mr. Wingerson stated on the Site Plan Bill, the Planning Commission suggested to redraft condition number 5 to read “storage, lease, and/or sale of goods and merchandise outside of the masonry screening wall is prohibited.”  It allows it within the area, but not outside.  The Planning Commission suggested to add condition number 15, which requires streetscape trees and landscaping to be maintained in perpetuity.  Mr. Wingerson said Staff did not change the original Staff Report so Council could see the history of the application, but those changes have been made in the Bills that were in Council’s packet. 

 

Applicant Presentation

 

Ron Goens, stated he owns Goens Brothers Rental on Northeast 76th Street, where he runs a painting company and a rental yard.  Mr. Goens said it is his hope to move his operation to North Oak Trafficway to enhance his business and pickup increased revenue, which would benefit him and the community.  Mr. Goens said he has been in business since 1969 in the Gladstone area.

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross asked what is planned with the business currently located on 76th Street.

 

Mr. Goens replied it will be rented out, but he will still occupy the back part, where he will store big equipment, such as lifts and so forth.  The painting operation will also be in the back.  The front portion of the building will be rented.

 

Councilman Beer asked for assurance that Mr. Goens will not conduct any painting operations out of the building at the intersection of 76th Street and North Oak Trafficway.

 

Mr. Goens replied there would be no painting operations at that site; it will just be his business administration offices.

 

Comments from those in Favor of the Application

 

Tom Sims, 1904 NE 76th Street, stated that Ronny Goens has been a good neighbor to him.  Mr. Sims said he has warehouses next to Mr. Goens.  Mr. Goens is neat and clean, and has been in Gladstone over 30 years.  Mr. Sims said the City needs to keep a lot of small businesses in the city.  Mr. Goens has a little trailer sitting north of O’Reilly’s in Kansas City, and he has been looking at that property to buy.  Mr. Sims said he wants Mr. Goens to stay in our city.  He is the type of small business owner we need in our city.

 

Comments from those in Opposition to the Application

 

There was no one to speak in opposition to the application.

 

Mayor Rudi closed the Public Hearing.

 

Item 11a. on the Agenda.         FIRST READING BILL NO. 06-01, an Ordinance approving a Site Plan Revision in a CP-2 zone for property at 7514 North Oak Trafficway.  Applicant:  Ron Goens.   Owner:  Ryan’s Family Steakhouse, Inc.  File No. 1266

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to place Bill 06-01 on First Reading.  Councilman Joe Evans seconded. 

 

Councilman Les Smith stated he would abstain from voting on the next two issues due to the fact that Mr. Goens and his family are good customers of his business and vice versa.  Councilman Smith said he does not want to have the appearance of any conflict of interest.

 

Councilman Beer stated in his previous employment with the North Kansas City School District as the Director of Operations and Maintenance, he had occasion to do business with Mr. Goens with projects within the School District, and the relationship the School District had with Mr. Goens was always on a very professional basis.  Goens Brothers Painting always performed exactly to the specifications, and performed in a very professional manner.  Councilman Beer said based upon that, and the performance seen from the rental operation, this appears to be a good application for this site.

 

The vote:  “Aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi.  “Abstain” – Councilman Les Smith. (4-0-1).  The Clerk read the Bill.

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross  moved to accept the First Reading of Bill 06-01, Waive the Rule and place the Bill on Second and Final Reading.  Councilman Joe Evans seconded.  The vote:  “Aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi.  “Abstain” – Councilman Les Smith. (4-0-1).  The Clerk read the Bill.

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to accept the Second and Final Reading of Bill 06-01 and enact the Bill as Ordinance 3.980.  Councilman Joe Evans seconded.

 

Roll Call Vote:  “Aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi.  “Abstain” – Les Smith. (4-0-1).

 

Item 11b. on the Agenda.         FIRST READING BILL NO. 06-02, granting a Special Use Permit subject to certain conditions to Ron Goens for operation of Goens Brothers, Incorporated on Property at 7514 North Oak Trafficway.  Applicant: Ron Goens.  Owner: Ryan’s Family Steakhouse, Inc.   File No. 1266

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to place Bill 06-02 on First Reading.  Councilman Joe Evans seconded.  The vote:  “Aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi.  “Abstain” – Councilman Les Smith (4-0-1).  The Clerk read the Bill.

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to accept the First Reading of Bill 06-02, Waive the Rule and place the Bill on Second and Final Reading.  Councilman Joe Evans seconded.  The vote:  “Aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi.  “Abstain” – Councilman Les Smith (4-0-1).  The Clerk read the Bill.

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to accept the Second and Final Reading of Bill 06-02 and enact the Bill as Ordinance 3.981.  Councilman Joe Evans seconded.

 

Roll Call Vote:  “Aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi.  “Abstain” – Les Smith. (4-0-1).

 

 

 

Item 12. on the Agenda.           FIRST READING BILL NO. 06-03, amending Schedule V of the Model Traffic Code (Gladstone Municipal Code Section 18-12), to establish a “No Parking” Zone for north bound traffic on North Locust Street from the intersection of Northeast 71st Street north to Northeast 72nd Street.

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to place Bill 06-03 on First Reading.  Councilman Les Smith seconded.  The vote:  All “aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).  The Clerk read the Bill.

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to accept the First Reading of Bill 06-03, Waive the Rule and place the Bill on Second and Final Reading.  Councilman Les Smith seconded.  The vote:  All “aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).  The Clerk read the Bill.

 

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to accept the Second and Final Reading of Bill 06-03 and enact the Bill as Ordinance 3.982.  Councilman Les Smith seconded.

 

Roll Call Vote:  All “aye” – Councilman Joe Evans, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi.  (5-0).

 

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 January 9, 2006, Gladstone City Council Meeting, Mayor Carol Rudi adjourned the Regular Meeting.

 

 

Respectfully submitted:

 

___________________________

Cathy Swenson, City Clerk

                                                                                       Approved as submitted:  ___

 

                                                                                Approved as corrected/amended: ___

 

 

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                                                                                          Mayor Carol A. Rudi