MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
GLADSTONE, MISSOURI
MONDAY, MARCH 24, 2008
ADJOURNMENT TO CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION
6:15 PM
Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh opened the City Council Meeting to adjourn to a Closed Executive Session on March 24, 2008, at 6:15 PM. Councilman Wayne Beer made a motion to adjourn to Closed Executive Session pursuant to Missouri Open Meeting Act Exemption 610.021 (1) for Litigation and Confidential or Privileged Communications with Legal Counsel, and 610.021 (2) for Real Estate Acquisition Discussion, and 610.21(3) for Personnel Discussion. Councilman Carol Rudi seconded.
Roll Call Vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, and Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh. (4-0).
Mayor Les Smith was also in attendance at the Closed Executive Session.
Mayor Les Smith recessed the Closed Executive Session to go into an Open Study Session at 7:00 PM.
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
7:30 PM
PRESENT: Mayor Les Smith
Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh
Councilman Wayne Beer
Councilman Carol Rudi
Councilmember Carol Suter
City Manager Kirk Davis
Assistant City Manager Scott Wingerson
City Counselor David Ramsay
Mayor Les Smith opened the Regular March 24, 2008, City Council Meeting at 7:30 PM in the Gladstone City Council Chambers.
Item 2. on the Agenda. ROLL CALL
Mayor Les Smith noted that all Council members were present.
Item 3. on the Agenda. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
Mayor Les Smith led the Pledge of Allegiance, in which all joined.
Item 4. on the Agenda. APPROVAL OF THE FEBRUARY 25, 2008, CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES.
Councilman Carol Rudi moved to approve the Regular February 25, 2008, City Council Meeting Minutes as presented. Councilmember Carol Suter seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh and Mayor Les Smith. (5-0)
Item 5. on the Agenda. PROCLAMATION: recognizing EPSILON SIGMA ALPHA INTERNATIONAL, INCORPORATED (ESA), a leadership and service organization that brings volunteers together to pursue programs and projects that make a positive difference locally, nationally and internationally.
Mayor Smith invited members of Epsilon Sigma Alpha International, Incorporated to join him at the dais. Mayor Smith read and presented the Proclamation to the group.
Alberta Baker thanked Mayor Smith and Council members, and said she was wearing a shirt that promotes the 4th Annual St. Jude’s Home event. Ms. Baker introduced her fellow members of the Epsilon Sigma Alpha’s Gladstone Chapter, Iota Omega, as follows: Roberta Garrett; Pamela Baker; Cindy Bogue; June Leslie; and Dennis Mautino.
Mayor Smith said his business, the Gladstone Bowl, helps every year with the St. Jude’s Bowl for Life program, and raised $5,600 this past year. This program is done in conjunction with KFKF radio station once a year. Mayor Smith said all the customers are involved, and the event takes place over one day and they have a lot of fun. Mayor Smith thanked the group for all of their good work.
Item 6. on the Agenda. PROCLAMATION: designating May 2008, as “MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS MONTH” in Gladstone, Missouri, and supporting the “Motorcycle Awareness and You” campaign, which encourages motor vehicle operators to be cautious of motorcyclists on the streets and highways.
Mayor Smith invited representatives of the “Motorcycle Awareness and You” campaign to join him at the dais. Mayor Smith read and presented the proclamation to the group.
Russell Felts stated that Freedom of the Road Riders have been around since 1981. They promote safety, and they have classes to train new riders and experienced riders.
Mayor Smith invited the group to introduce themselves as follows: Russell Felts, Nequelle Wolfgeher; Brent DeFord; Don Jackson; LeRoy Coe; Rhonda Felts; Keith Rice and Carl Laber.
Mayor Smith asked from how many communities did the group expect to receive Proclamations.
Mr. Felts said the Proclamations are collected all over the State. Many are collected in the northern part of the State – Lawson, Platte City, North Kansas City and Gladstone. The group’s different Locals and Districts will collect them from all over the State of Missouri, and the Proclamations will be delivered to the Governor on April 29th right on the steps of the Capitol building.
Councilman Wayne Beer stated he used to be an ardent motorcycle rider himself and he would be today, if the other resident in his home (his wife) had the same ardency as he. Councilman Beer said he believes motorcycles are a great means of travel and recreation, and he has a great deal of admiration for folks who are still able to ride.
Item 7. on the Agenda. PROCLAMATION: designating April 7-13, 2008, as “PUBLIC HEALTH WEEK” in Gladstone, Missouri, and commending the Health Department’s service to our community.
Mayor Smith invited Freddie Nichols, Clay County Health Department Board of Trustees member, to join him at the dais. Ms. Nichols accepted the proclamation and offered her thanks to Mayor Smith and City Council members. Ms. Nichols said she is very proud of the new Health Center, which is busy all the time, and they are still working on the original “dime”.
Mayor Smith agreed that the new facility is something of which to be proud.
Item 8. on the Agenda. PROCLAMATION: designating April 4, 2008, as “ARBOR DAY” in Gladstone, Missouri, and urging residents to support efforts that focus on environmental betterment and the planting of trees.
Mayor Smith invited Parks and Recreation Director Sheila Lillis, and Parks and Recreation Advisory Board members, Freddie Nichols and Don Harper, to join him at the dais. Mayor Smith read and presented the Proclamation to Director Lillis, Ms. Nichols and Mr. Harper, who thanked Mayor Smith and the City Council members.
Director Lillis reported that the Arbor Day celebration would be held at Oakwood Manor School, beginning at 10:00 AM, on Friday, April 4th.
Mayor Smith said at this annual celebration, the Oakwood Manor students join in planting a tree, and it really is a neat event. Mayor Smith invited all to attend.
Mr. Harper said, in his mind, it is a very fun event, and the children get very excited about planting a tree and watching it grow.
Ms Nichols agreed and said the children do a great job.
Item 9. on the Agenda. CONSENT AGENDA.
Following the Clerk’s reading, Councilmember Carol Suter moved to accept the Consent Agenda as presented. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh, and Mayor Les Smith. (5-0)
Councilmember Carol Suter moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-08-15, authorizing execution of a contract with Shawn’s Lawn and Landscape, Inc. for the Contractual Mowing of certain City of Gladstone parks, facilities, and drainage areas for the 2008 mowing season. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh, and Mayor Les Smith. (5-0)
Councilmember Carol Suter moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-08-16, authorizing execution of a contract with Brandy Electric, Incorporated, in the total amount not to exceed $48,200.00 for the 72nd Street Tennis Court Lights; Project CP0860. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh, and Mayor Les Smith. (5-0)
Councilmember Carol Suter moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-08-17, authorizing execution of a contract with Calverts Paving, Incorporated, in the total amount not to exceed $106,687.00 for the Oak Grove Park Trail Reconstruction; Project CP0660. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh, and Mayor Les Smith. (5-0)
Councilmember Carol Suter moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-08-18, authorizing the City Manager to execute an amendment to the Antenna Site Lease with Verizon Wireless for the Linden Water Tower site. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh, and Mayor Les Smith. (5-0)
Councilmember Carol Suter moved to adopt RESOLUTION R-08-19, authorizing execution of a Water Tower Antenna Site Lease with T-Mobile Central LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company, for the Flora Park Tower location. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh, and Mayor Les Smith. (5-0)
Councilmember Carol Suter moved to approve a BUILDING PERMIT: for construction of a new building and tenant finish for property located at 1900 NE 72nd Street. Applicant: Rockford Construction. Owner: Family Video Movie Club. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh, and Mayor Les Smith. (5-0)
Councilmember Carol Suter moved to approve a BUILDING PERMIT: for a kitchen remodel and walk-in freezer addition to Oakwood Manor Elementary School, located at 5900 North Flora Avenue. Applicant: Kevin Cowan Architects. Owner: North Kansas City School District. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh, and Mayor Les Smith. (5-0)
Councilmember Carol Suter moved to approve a CHANGE IN LIQUOR LICENSE from a Seven Day Package Liquor and Wine Tasting License to a Seven Day Liquor by the Drink License, for Hy-Vee, Incorporated, dba Hy-Vee Food & Drugstore, 7117 North Prospect; Mark T. Dahms, Managing Officer. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh, and Mayor Les Smith. (5-0)
Councilmember Carol Suter moved to approve a NEW SIX DAY LIQUOR BY THE DRINK LICENSE for Millennium 2, Incorporated, dba The End Zone, 7632 North Oak Trafficway; Richard W. Steckelberg, Managing Officer. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh, and Mayor Les Smith. (5-0)
Councilmember Carol Suter moved to approve the FEBRUARY FINANCIAL REPORT. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh, and Mayor Les Smith. (5-0)
Item 10. on the Agenda. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
There was no communications from the audience.
Item 11. on the Agenda. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL.
Councilmember Carol Suter expressed congratulations and appreciation to the neighborhood associations of Bolling Heights, Evanston Place, and Stormy Acres for producing a wonderful candidates forum last week. It was a wonderful commitment of these neighborhood associations in serving a wider community. Councilmember Suter said this is exciting because these are our newest neighborhood associations and they are working together in concert, and working not only for their own neighborhoods, but also for the betterment of the entire community. Councilmember Suter stated for those of us who participated, it was fun. The event was very professionally done.
Councilmember Suter said as this is the last City Council meeting before the election, this could be her last City Council meeting. Councilmember Suter said she hopes it is not her last session, but if it is, she wanted to thank all of the City staff for all their support, knowledge, insight and guidance they provide to Council members. Councilmember Suter said she wished to thank the members of the community who participate; she is always excited at how many folks regularly attend City Council meetings just to learn and observe, and be sure that they are informed citizens. Councilmember Suter thanked each member of the City Council for so generously accepting her participation, and for being such an interesting and supportive group with which to work. Councilmember Suter said she was talking to a Mayor from one of the Kansas suburbs last week, and he told her about how rancorous their meetings were, and at a recent meeting a City Councilmember jumped out of her chair, grabbed his gavel and held it up to his face. Councilmember Suter said she would take the civility of this group any time; it has been a pleasure to serve, and she hopes she gets to continue.
Councilman Wayne Beer said he hoped his regrets were properly conveyed to the organizers of the forum last week. Councilman Beer said he sent his apologies for not being able to attend. He had an unexpected visit from out of town relatives. Councilman Beer said he understands it was a well-done affair, and offered congratulations to the neighborhood associations. Councilman Beer congratulated John Garner, who he pointed out was the lone representative of the neighborhood associations present at this meeting.
Councilman Carol Rudi thanked the Neighborhood associations for the opportunity to speak at the candidates forum. Councilman Rudi said the associations had some concerns about the attendance, but in the past the number of people in attendance might be 10 or 12, so to see more than 50 people in attendance, was excellent. Councilman Rudi said they did a good job publicizing the event, and she thinks they should do it every year.
Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh had no comments at this time.
Mayor Les Smith reported that he, Councilman Beer, and Mayor Pro Tem Revenaugh were fortunate to attend the National Congress of Cities. Mayor Smith said they went to Capitol Hill begging for money, along with about 2,000 other communities. Mayor Smith said they were fortunate to meet with a Congressman and some Senators. It was very worthwhile, if nothing else to make those contacts. There were also the opportunities to make contacts with other communities in the Northland, and they cross-supported each others’ issues, which was very good.
Mayor Smith recognized a member of the audience who asked to speak.
Richard Steckelberg stated that the City Council approved his liquor license this evening (the End Zone), and he wished to say that 40 years ago he came to Gladstone. He graduated from Veterinary school and set up a little clinic at 67th and North Oak Trafficway, and that was something that had never been done in that sort of area. Everett Smith (Mayor Smith’s father) went to bat for him, and he got the clinic established and it went from there. Mr. Steckelberg said he started the Gladstone Animal Clinic, and he was there for 20 years, and then he sold it, so he owes a debt of gratitude to Gladstone, who got him going. Mr. Steckelberg said he does not really want a bar, but he has two friends who need help, which is why he applied for the liquor license, and he feels they will do well, and he will make sure they are an asset to Gladstone.
Mayor Smith thanked Mr. Steckelberg, offered good luck to him, and asked if he could shake his hand.
Item 12. on the Agenda. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY MANAGER.
City Manager Kirk Davis encouraged everyone to vote on April 8. The City has the Hotel Motel Transient Guest Tax issue on the ballot. City Manager Davis reported that City Counselor David Ramsay and Paul Harrell, Chief Finance Officer of the North Kansas City School District, will be going to Jefferson City tomorrow to discuss the legislation the School District has relative to the school funding formula and its impact on the ownership potential of the Community Center-Natatorium. City Manager Davis reported that on Thursday at the Chamber luncheon, the subject matter is our Arts Commission, and he encouraged everyone to attend. The Art Springs in Gladstone art show is April 18 and April 19. Beautification Weekend is April 25 and 26 at Happy Rock Park. On April 26, there will be a unique addition in that a shredder will be available. Shredding information and documentation is a need in our society today, and this is the first time this service will be offered during Beautification Week. City Manager Davis stated that passes are currently available for the outside Municipal Pool.
City Manager Davis said he wished to recognize Mike Nichols, who spent the afternoon with City staff today. Mr. Nichols is the son of Freddie Nichols, and is a graduate student of the University of Nebraska, Omaha, in Public Administration, and his focus is Municipal Administration. He spent this afternoon with various staff members, who answered his questions. City Manager Davis said Mr. Nichols is a very bright, articulate gentleman, and we wish him well in his future endeavors, and we appreciated the opportunity to spend time with Mike, who is, frankly, a very smart, young man.
Mayor Smith mentioned to City Council member that in regard to the Hotel Motel Tax initiative, there are five speaking opportunities available, beginning at 7:00 AM, tomorrow, if any Council member would like to address folks regarding the Hotel Motel Tax. City Council members are more than welcome to participate.
Item 13. on the Agenda. FIRST READING BILL 08-09, repealing ordinance No. 3.748, and enacting in lieu thereof two new sections relating to the mandatory use of seat belts and child passenger restraint systems, to be designated as sections 307.178 and 307.179, of the code of ordinances for the city of gladstone, missouri.
Councilman Carol Rudi said, as a Grandmother, she would like to move to place Bill 08-09 on First Reading. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh and Mayor Les Smith. (5-0). The Clerk read the Bill.
Councilman Carol Rudi moved to accept the First Reading of Bill 08-09, Waive the Rule and place the Bill on Second and Final Reading. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh and Mayor Les Smith. (5-0). The Clerk read the Bill.
Councilman Carol Rudi moved to accept the Second and Final Reading of Bill 08-09 and enact the Bill as Ordinance 4.067. Councilman Wayne Beer seconded.
Roll Call Vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh and Mayor Les Smith.
(5-0).
Item 14. on the Agenda. FIRST READING BILL 08-10, amending Schedule VIII of the Model Traffic Code (Gladstone Municipal Code Section 4.100.020) to establish “Stop” Sign locations at the NE 69th Street and N. Holmes Street entrances to the City of Gladstone Community Center.
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to place Bill 08-10 on First Reading. Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh and Mayor Les Smith. (5-0). The Clerk read the Bill.
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to accept the First Reading of Bill 08-10, Waive the Rule and place the Bill on Second and Final Reading. Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh seconded. The vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh and Mayor Les Smith. (5-0). The Clerk read the Bill.
Councilman Wayne Beer moved to accept the Second and Final Reading of Bill 08-10 and enact the Bill as Ordinance 4.068. Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh seconded.
Roll Call Vote: All “aye” – Councilmember Carol Suter, Councilman Wayne Beer, Councilman Carol Rudi, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Revenaugh and Mayor Les Smith.
(5-0).
Item 15. on the Agenda. OTHER BUSINESS.
There was no other business.
Item 16. on the Agenda. QUESTIONS FROM THE NEWS MEDIA.
There were no questions from the News Media.
Item 17. on the Agenda. ADJOURNMENT.
There being no further business to come before the March 24, 2008, Gladstone Regular City Council Meeting, Mayor Les Smith adjourned the regular meeting.
Respectfully submitted:
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Cathy Swenson, City Clerk
Approved as submitted: ___
Approved as corrected/amended: ___
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Mayor Les Smith