MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, MARCH 27, 2006
PRESENT: Mayor
Carol Rudi
Mayor
Pro Tem Bill Cross
Councilman Les Smith
Councilman Wayne Beer
City Manager Kirk Davis
City Counselor David Ramsay
City Clerk Cathy Swenson
ABSENT: Councilman Joe Evans
Mayor Carol Rudi opened the Regular March 27, 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 REGULAR FEBRUARY 27, 2006, CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES CONVENING THE CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION.
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to approve the Regular February 27, 2006, City Council meeting minutes convening the Closed Executive Session. Councilman Les Smith seconded the motion.
Councilman
The vote: “Aye” – Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. “Abstain” – Councilman Wayne Beer. (3-0-1).
Item 4a. on the Agenda. APPROVAL OF THE REGULAR FEBRUARY 27, 2006, CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES.
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to approve the
February 27, 2006, Regular City Council Meeting Minutes as presented. Councilman Les Smith seconded the
motion.
The vote: “Aye” – Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. “Abstain” – Councilman Wayne Beer. (3-0-1).
Item 4b. on the Agenda. APPROVAL OF THE REGULAR MARCH 17, 2006, CITY COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES CONVENING THE CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION.
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to approve the
Regular March 17, 2006, City Council Meeting Minutes convening the Closed
Executive Session. Councilman Wayne Beer
seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman
Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0)
Item 4c. on the Agenda. PROCLAMATION: designating April 7th, 2006, as “ARBOR DAY” in
Director Lillis reminded everyone that the annual
Arbor Day celebration will be April 7th, at 10:00 AM, at Flora
Park. Assistance in planting trees
during the celebration will be provided by Oakwood Manor Kindergarten students.
Item 4d. on the Agenda. SPECIAL
PRESENTATION by Helene Miller, Department of Conservation Urban Forester,
of the 2006
Helene Miller, Department of Conservation Urban Forester, stated she was pleased to be present to present the Missouri Arbor Award of Excellence. Ms. Miller said the Missouri Arbor Award of Excellence represents a combined effort by the Missouri Department of Conservation and the Missouri Community Forestry Council to recognize those who act as good stewards for trees in our communities. This is the third year this award has been presented to towns, institutions, schools and businesses that have significantly contributed to their communities with outstanding, sustained tree care. Ms. Miller reported that all award entries are judged on the basis of contribution to the community, effectiveness of the tree care work, event or program use of sound tree management principles, innovation, and sustainability.
Ms. Miller stated awards are presented in four
categories, and
“The City of
A tree inventory of all City parks.
Removal and pruning of more than 40 trees.
Published a recommended tree list.
Tree maintenance workshops for the public and
training for park crewmen.
Planted over 400 trees working in partnership with
the local Rotary Club and Forest ReLeaf of
Working with a specialist to control the beaver
population in the largest park in an effort to minimize tree damage.
Initiation of a Legacy Tree Program allowing for the
donation of money for the planting of trees in parks or other City property.
Beautification Weekend event allowing residents to
dispose of brush and limbs at no charge.
The expertise and hard work of the community’s staff
and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board make
Ms. Miller reported that Parks and Facilities
Superintendent Matthew Hoops accepted the award in
Director Lillis introduced Parks and Recreation
Advisory Board members who were present – Freddie Nichols and Donald
Harper. Director Lillis said some of the
accomplishments listed by Ms. Miller were initiated by the Tree Board. Director Lillis stated she wished to commend
them and Parks and Recreation staff members.
It takes a lot of work on the part of Ms. McGarvey and Mr. Hoops, and it
is a group effort, and they all have done a terrific job.
City Manager
Item 4e. on the Agenda. SPECIAL PRESENTATION of the
Mayor Rudi stated this award was given to the City
of
Item 5. on the Agenda. CONSENT AGENDA
Following the Clerk’s reading, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to accept the Consent Agenda as presented. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0).
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross
moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-06-14, authorizing acceptance of work under
contract with Rose-Lan Contractors, Incorporated, for the Rock Creek Channel
Improvements; and authorizing final payment in the amount of $19,110.32 for
Project 0123. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote:
All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem
Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0).
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross
moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-06-15, authorizing acceptance of work under
contract with WCI, Incorporated, for the 67th and North
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross
moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-06-16, accepting
Temporary Construction Easements and Permanent Easements from property owners
in conjunction with the
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross
moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-06-17, authorizing acceptance of work under
contract with Bridges Land Surveying Services, LLC, for Mill Creek Surveying,
and authorizing final payment in the amount of $5,500.00 for Project
SP0593. Councilman Wayne Beer
seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman
Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0).
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross
moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-06-18, authorizing execution of a contract with Superior Bowen Asphalt Company,
LLC, in the total
amount not to exceed $346,565.72, for the 2006 Mill and Overlay Program, Project TP0701. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote:
All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem
Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0).
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross
moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-06-19, authorizing execution of a contract
with Musselman and Hall Contractors, LLC, in the total amount not to exceed
$554,233.50 for the 2006 Intermediate Maintenance Program – Slurry Seal and
Micro-Surface; Project TP0603.
Councilman Wayne Beer seconded.
The vote: All “aye” – Councilman
Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol
Rudi. (4-0).
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross
moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-06-20, authorizing execution of a contract with Miller Paving &
Construction, LLC, in the total amount not to exceed $278,500.50 for the 2006
Curb and Sidewalk Program – North Bales Sidewalk, Project TP0604-055011. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote:
All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem
Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0).
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross
moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-06-21, authorizing Supplemental Agreement No. One in the amount of $26,699.00 to
the agreement with Gould Evans Associates, LC, for the design of the Gladstone
Community Center-Natatorium Project #CB0661.
Councilman Wayne Beer seconded.
The vote: All “aye” – Councilman
Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol
Rudi. (4-0).
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross
moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-06-22, authorizing acceptance of work under
contract with Aylett, Flowers Survey & Engineering Company for the
Natatorium Street Improvements Design Survey; and authorizing final payment in
the amount of $500.00 for Project IN0611.
Councilman Wayne Beer seconded.
The vote: All “aye” – Councilman
Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol
Rudi. (4-0).
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross
moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-06-23, authorizing execution of a Frequency
Reconfiguration Agreement with Nextel West Corp. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote:
All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem
Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0).
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross
moved to approve a PACKAGE LIQUOR LICENSE, for Samra Mart, (formerly
Gladstone Mart & Liquor), 7020 North Oak Trafficway. Managing Officer: Chris Abouchokr. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote:
All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem
Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0).
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to approve the FINANCIAL REPORTS for February 2006. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0).
Item 6. on the Agenda. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
Nancy Shull, 6708 North Park, began by introducing her
husband, Gordon Shull. Ms. Shull read
from a prepared statement as follows:
“Approximately three years ago, the City of
Gladstone approached us and our neighbors to obtain permission to come onto the
easement to install connecting drains from Garfield and 67th
Street. It was presented to us that the
project was to be completed within that year.
What actually happened was the project was never completed. We now have a dangerous and damaging
situation.
The ditch before the work was approximately 18
inches deep by 2 feet wide. Because
rip-rap was never installed to protect the temporary inlet to the conduit,
erosion has occurred and has washed out an area adjacent to our fence, killing
fruit trees and leaving a washed-out area damaging our yard. The ditch is now measuring 18 feet by 2 feet
and could now hold and conceal a small car.
This has created an unsafe and dangerous ditch offering no protection to
small children, not to mention the unsightly appearance. The standing water has also caused the
mosquito problem to be so severe, we are unable to enjoy our deck or yard. We have put a lot of energy, time and money
into our landscaping and we are certain this has caused our property value to
decrease.
We have had several people from the City of
Gladstone look at this situation. They
were sympathetic and admitted the existence of the problem, but offered no
solution. We also went to headquarters
and asked for a solution. As we have
asked before and are now again asking: 1.
Is there a schedule to complete the project? If not, when will there be a schedule? 2. Is
money available to complete the project?
3. Are there easements from
Garfield and 67th to access the easement where the partially
installed storms still exist?
We have asked the Engineering Department to furnish
this information. We were never
contacted. So far, all we have received
from the City is no solution and procrastination. The City of Gladstone has created this
problem. They operated this project in
an unsatisfying and unprofessional manner.
We now respectfully ask for answers to our questions and a speedy
solution.
Gordon and Nancy Shull
Mayor Rudi asked for input from City Manager Kirk
Davis.
Mr. Davis stated he had no knowledge of this and
asked for an opportunity to investigate the matter. There are several projects in the 67th
and Garfield area that are high priority stormwater projects. Mr. Davis stated he would be in contact with
Mr. and Mrs. Shull tomorrow, and he would make arrangements with the
appropriate Engineering staff to look at the problem.
Mayor Rudi asked Ms. Shull when the problem began.
Ms. Shull replied the problem began in 2002 or
2003. They were told at the time the project
would be completed, but only a certain amount of work was done, and then the
project was delayed.
City Manager Davis apologized, and said this is not
the way the City conducts business. Mr.
Davis said the City has a good record in responding to citizens when they raise
issues, and he would find out why this project has been delayed. Mr. Davis said he would call Ms. Shull
tomorrow, get the appropriate parties together, and see if the problem can be
resolved as soon as possible.
Mayor Rudi gave Ms. Shull her phone number, and
asked that she be kept posted as to the outcome of the concerns. Mayor Rudi expressed her regret that this has
happened, but assured Ms. Shull this is not typical of how the City conducts
business.
James Shevling, 6908 North Wyandotte, stated he is the Chairman of
the Gladstone Area Chamber of Commerce, and would like to present a resolution
to the City from the Chamber of Commerce, supporting the Gale Communities
Master Development Plan for Gladstone.
Mr. Shevling read the Resolution and presented it to the Mayor and City
Council members. (Please see attached).
Councilman Les Smith stated that now the real work
begins, which will probably impact some businesses. The City has always had a great relationship
with the Chamber, and has appreciated their involvement and support in this
process, which will be even more critical in the months to come.
Mr. Shevling thanked Councilman Smith and stated the
Chamber appreciates its great relationship with the City and looks forward to
continuing it in the future.
Item 7. on the Agenda. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL.
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 very much
appreciated the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board members who took the time
to attend the City Council meeting this evening.
Mayor Carol Rudi reminded everyone to vote at the April 4th
election.
Item 8. on the Agenda. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY MANAGER.
City Manager Kirk Davis had no comments at this time.
Item 9. on the Agenda. PUBLIC
HEARING: on a request for a Site
Plan revision subject to certain conditions for property located at 6601 North
Oak Trafficway. Applicant: Rod’s Hallmark. Owner:
SJ/GS Properties. (File #1270).
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 applicant proposed to construct a 3,615 square foot addition to the existing retail store of Rod’s Hallmark on North Oak Trafficway. This addition will create an overall facility of nearly 10,000 square feet. Fourteen new parking spaces are proposed, bringing the total parking provided to 48, which complies with adopted standards. Mr. Wingerson reported the recommendations are considered to be typical. There were two issues raised by Staff and continued through the Planning Commission on this request. The first issue is the existence of a sanitary sewer main that crosses the property. That main will be relocated to make room for the new building, which makes this no longer an issue.
Mr. Wingerson stated the second issue is a bit more complicated. Staff recommended relocating the existing dumpster, which is on the west side of the existing building, to either the north side or east side of the building. The applicant originally agreed until they looked at the operational difficulties, which that would provide within the store itself. The applicant tried to arrive at an additional solution. In addition, the Planning Commission suggested there should be a green space along North Oak Trafficway across the front of this property. Mr. Wingerson pointed out on a site plan provided to Council that the green space, which is 10 to 15 feet in width and adjacent to North Oak Trafficway, is behind the sidewalk. Also shown is the existing dumpster remaining in its current site, however, the dumpster enclosure would be constructed to match the existing exterior of the building.
Mr. Wingerson pointed out Condition Number 6 in the draft Ordinance requires that the dumpster area be enclosed and such enclosure shall be constructed of materials utilized in the construction of the primary building. The second sentence reads that the enclosure shall be located north or east of the proposed addition. Mr. Wingerson said the applicant would ask that second sentence be deleted from the Condition and substituting the site plan Mr. Wingerson passed out to City Council members in its place as a solution to this question. Mr. Wingerson pointed out that Condition Number 13 requires that the sanitary sewer be relocated.
Mr. Wingerson stated that Item 10. on the Agenda is
a Building Permit for this facility. In
the Building Permit there is a condition that references the enclosure;
whatever action is taken on the site plan Ordinance will then carry over to the
Building Permit.
Mr. Wingerson reported that the applicants, Mr.
Henning and Mr. Sweeney, were both present at the meeting and would be glad to
answer any questions or make a brief presentation if Council desires.
Councilman Smith stated Mr. Wingerson made a nice
explanation as to the dumpster issue, and asked what would be Mr. Wingerson’s
recommendation based on the objectives along North Oak Trafficway.
Mr. Wingerson replied Staff is supportive. Mr. Wingerson said Mr. Henning and Mr.
Sweeney can explain this much better. It
is not the best situation but given the existence and operation of the store,
it is very difficult, given floor plan and retail operation of the store, to
move the dumpster to the north or to the east.
The north is a topographic challenge and the east is an operational
challenge. Mr. Wingerson said given that
the dumpster is simply an addition to the building, it is not the best
scenario, but Staff can understand those issues and be supportive.
Mayor Rudi asked for an explanation of “operational
challenge”.
Mr. Wingerson replied a vast majority of the store
is dedicated to retail floor space. A
very small part of the store is dedicated to product storage and trash. This facility generates a lot of paper and
cardboard trash, which requires the employees to take out the trash several
times a day. With a dumpster on the west
side of the building, employees can simply take the trash out the back room to
the dumpster. If the dumpster is located
on the north or east side, it would require the employees to carry the trash
either outside and all the way around to the dumpster, or through the retail
space itself.
Applicant Presentation
Vince Sweeney, 8809 North Chatham, stated he is the owner
of GS/SJ Properties, and a partial principal of Rod’s Hallmark. Mr. Sweeney stated that about 10 years ago,
Rod’s Hallmark leased this building from Mrs. Wolfe. It was formerly an empty Western Auto
building. The west side was then three
overhead doors where cars were pulled in to do oil changes. Mr. Sweeney said they were tenants of Mrs.
Wolfe’s for about eight and one half years.
Mr. Sweeney said as the shopping center deteriorated, they decided to
control their investment and buy the property.
The owners have now decided they are in need of more retail area. Mr. Sweeney stated Mr. Wingerson did a good
job of explaining the store’s operation challenge, and when looking at the site
plan, the new retail area that is going to be added is all sales floor area and
will be used for retail. There is an
exit on the east side towards the north part of the building, but that is a
fire exit only, and logistically it would not be easy for employees to walk
with trash all the way through the sales floor.
Mr. Sweeney said the owners felt the green space would be a good
compromise, and they also want to be sure it is along the same theme as the
redevelopment of the entire shopping center.
Mr. Sweeney stated that Rod’s Hallmark and GS/SJ
Properties are supportive of the Redevelopment Plan, the Tax Increment
Financing Plan and any other funding mechanisms needed.
There was no one to speak in Favor or
Opposition of the Application
Mayor Rudi closed the Public Hearing.
Item 9a. on the Agenda. FIRST READING BILL 06-06, approving a Site Plan revision
for property at 6601 North Oak Trafficway.
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to place Bill 06-06 on First Reading, with an amendment to Item Number 6 in the conditions; with the amendment changing the last sentence to read “the enclosure shall be located at the northwest corner of the existing building”. 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). The Clerk read the Bill.
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to accept the First Reading of Bill 06-06, Waive the Rule and place the Bill on Second and Final Reading. 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). The Clerk read the Bill.
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to accept the Second and Final Reading of Bill 06-06 and enact the Bill as Ordinance 3.985. Mayor Pro Tem 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 10. on the Agenda. APPROVAL OF A
BUILDING PERMIT: for the addition to the existing Rod’s Hallmark, 6601
North Oak Trafficway. Applicant: Rod’s Hallmark. Owner:
SJ/GS Properties. (BP 06-10000084)
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to approve a BUILDING PERMIT for the addition to the existing Rod’s Hallmark, 6601 North Oak Trafficway. Applicant: Rod’s Hallmark. Owner: SJ/GS Properties. (BP 06-10000084), with the amendment that the dumpster shall be located in the northwest corner of the building and the enclosure shall be constructed pursuant to approval by Staff. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” - Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0).
Item 11. on the Agenda. PUBLIC
HEARING: for consideration of a
Special Use Permit subject to certain conditions to Deborah Rommel for
operation of an outdoor photography business on residential property at 6501
North Park. Applicant: Deborah Rommel/Debbie’s Outdoor
Portrait. Owner: Ronald and Deborah Rommel. (File No. 1269).
Mayor Rudi explained the
process would be the same with this Public Hearing as explained with the
previous Public Hearing.
Staff Presentation
Assistant City Manager Scott Wingerson began by saying Ms. Rommel operates an outdoor photography business from her home on North Park, near Antioch Middle School. Originally the City Council approved a Special Use Permit for a period of five years in 2001. A renewal application is being presented to City Council tonight. Mr. Wingerson reported that last night the Planning Commission recommended by a vote of 11-0 to approve the request for a period of ten years as a renewal term. The Planning Commission asked if there have been any concerns, questions or complaints from area residents. There have been none.
Applicant Presentation
Deborah Rommel, 6501 North
Park, said
she was requesting a renewal for a Special Use Permit.
Councilman Smith asked if
the 4:00 PM time listed in the hours of operation condition of the Ordinance
works for her business or is it too early.
Ms. Rommel replied it
usually works for her, because the sun is going down on that side of the
building, and she usually is done by 3:00 PM or sometimes at the latest 5:00 PM
for consideration of neighbors.
Mayor Rudi remarked that Ms.
Rommel said at the Planning Commission meeting that sometimes she would have an
8:00 AM appointment.
Ms. Rommel replied that is
correct; sometimes she does have an 8:00 AM appointment, if it is a baby who
has to take a nap in the morning.
Councilman Smith said with
high school students and so forth, if 4:00 PM was pressing for her, he might
suggest more time.
Ms. Rommel replied that would
be fine to have more leeway. In April
and in the fall, for a couple of weeks, there is a rush of senior high school
students. Ms. Rommel said for most of
the other times, she would not go that late.
Mayor Rudi suggested it
would be safer to list the hours of operation as 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM to be in
compliance with the Special Use Permit.
Ms. Rommel agreed.
There was no one to speak in Favor or
Opposition of the Application
Mayor Rudi closed the Public Hearing.
Item 11a. on the Agenda. FIRST READING BILL
06-07, approving a Special Use Permit subject to certain conditions to
Deborah Rommel for operation of an outdoor photography business on residential
property at 6501 North Park.
Councilman Les Smith moved to place Bill 06-07 on First Reading, changing the hours of operation in Condition Number 3 to state 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Councilman Wayne Beer 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 06-07, Waive the Rule and place the Bill on Second and Final Reading. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0). The Clerk read the Bill.
Councilman Les Smith moved to accept the Second and Final Reading of Bill 06-07 and enact the Bill as Ordinance 3.986. Councilman Wayne Beer 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
06-08, approving the Final Plat of “The Preserve at Carriage Hill Estates”,
a subdivision in the County of Clay, City of Gladstone, Missouri, and directing
the appropriate officials to affix their signatures to said Plat for recording.
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to place Bill 06-08 on First Reading. Councilman Wayne Beer 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.
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to accept the First Reading of Bill 06-08, Waive the Rule and place the Bill on Second and Final Reading. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0). The Clerk read the Bill.
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to accept the Second and Final Reading of Bill 06-08 and enact the Bill as Ordinance 3.987. Councilman Wayne Beer 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. FIRST READING BILL
06-09, amending Ordinance Number 2.351 by enacting new provisions in
conformity with the “Municipal Telecommunications Business License Tax
Simplification Act”.
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to place Bill 06-09 on First Reading. Councilman Les Smith seconded.
Councilman Beer stated this is in reality not a simple act at all, and is an issue forced upon the City by the esteemed state legislature. As distasteful as that may be, the City is obliged to follow through on this. Councilman Beer said he would like it to be in the public record that while the City does not have a choice in the issue, the fact remains that there are certain members of the Council who are not happy with it.
Mayor Rudi thanked Councilman Beer for summarizing Council’s comments from the earlier Open Study Session.
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 Wayne Beer moved to accept the First Reading of Bill 06-09, Waive the Rule and place the Bill on Second and Final Reading. Councilman Les Smith seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0). The Clerk read the Bill.
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to accept the Second and Final Reading of Bill 06-09 and enact the Bill as Ordinance 3.988. Councilman Les Smith seconded.
Roll Call Vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0).
Item 14. on the Agenda. FIRST READING BILL
06-10, amending Schedule VIII of the Model Traffic Ordinance (Gladstone
Municipal Code Section 4.100.020) to establish “Stop” sign locations within the
Santerra at Shady Lane residential development.
Councilman Les Smith moved to place Bill 06-10 on First Reading. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded.
Councilman Smith asked if it is North Holmes that comes out of Santerra to the north.
Assistant City Manager Wingerson replied that was correct.
Councilman Smith asked if this Bill deals with stopping northbound traffic out of the development.
Public Works Director Chuck Williams replied he believed the Bill does deal with stopping northbound traffic out of the development.
Councilman Smith said he believed Stop Sign No. 747 on the Bill needs to read “southeast corner of the intersection of North Holmes Street and Northeast 66th Street governing north bound traffic on North Holmes Street.
City Manager Davis agreed with Councilman Smith.
Councilman Smith said he wished to amend his motion to include that change. Councilman Wayne Beer concurred.
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 06-10, Waive the Rule and place the Bill on Second and Final Reading. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, and Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0). The Clerk read the Bill.
Councilman Les Smith moved to accept the Second and Final Reading of Bill 06-10 and enact the Bill as Ordinance 3.989. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded.
Roll Call Vote: All “aye” – Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0).
Item 15. on the Agenda. RESOLUTION R-06-24, adopting a “Position Classification and Compensation Plan” for the City of Gladstone, Missouri.
Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-06-24, adopting a “Position Classification and Compensation Plan” for the City of Gladstone, Missouri. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded.
City Manager Davis explained that the City will do its best to implement the study, however, it is subject to budgetary restrictions. Staff is in the process of going through that right now. City Manager Davis said Staff hopes to give the Council some guidance as to the ability to comply with this Resolution during the budget Study Sessions, and he has every confidence Staff will be able to do this, but he would like to give this caveat.
Councilman Smith stated he would like to commend City Manager Davis and Human Resources Administrator Charlene Leslie and department Directors. A lot of work has gone into this, and it is an item that Council has talked about for three or four years. Staff deserves a lot of credit for the work done on this issue. Councilman Smith said he believes it is a reasonable solution that continues to treat the City’s employee group fairly.
The vote: All “aye” - Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Les Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Bill Cross, Mayor Carol Rudi. (4-0).
Item 16. on the Agenda. OTHER BUSINESS.
There was no other business.
Item 17. on the Agenda. QUESTIONS FROM THE NEWS MEDIA.
There were no questions from the News Media.
Item 18. on the Agenda. ADJOURNMENT.
There being no further business to come before the
March 27, 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