CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
FEBRUARY 22, 2005
The Council of the City of Fulton, Missouri, met in regular session on Monday, February 22, 2005, in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 18 E. 4th Street. Present and presiding were Robert W. Craghead, Mayor; William Johnson, Director of Administration; Carolyn L. Laswell, City Clerk; and Steve Myers, Chief of Police. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Craghead at 6:30 p.m. Roll call was taken by the City Clerk and members of the council present were Benton; Bill; Chailland; Harris; Moore; Sands; and Wilkinson. Absent was Councilman McCall. Also present were Patrick Bonnot, Assistant to the Director of Administration; Ray Luhring, Superintendent of Utilities; Les Hudson, Code Enforcement Officer; J. C. Miller, Solid Waste Manager; Greg Hayes, City Engineer; Tim Siegel, Parks & Recreation Director; Lee Bailey, Human Resources Director; Bill Smith, Fire Chief; Reverend Raymond McCallister; Sidney Jackson; Eddie Trower, Charter Communications; Mark Enderle; Mark Sommerhauser, Reporter for THE FULTON SUN; and Jeremy Polston and Justin Dean, Video/Audio.
INVOCATION:
Invocation was given by Reverend Raymond McCallister.
Mayor Craghead said a motion was needed to amend the agenda by adding Resolution 2773 and an item 9. e) Golf Course discussion.
Motion was offered by Councilman Moore and seconded by Councilman Wilkinson to amend the agenda per the Mayor's request. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
COMMENTS FROM VISITORS:
Mayor Craghead asked if there was anyone present who wished to address the council that was not listed on tonight's agenda to please come to the podium and state their name, address and area of concern. There were none.
MINUTES:
The Council Minutes for January 24, 2005 were presented for approval.
Motion was offered by Councilman Harris and seconded by Councilman Bill that minutes for January 24, 2005 be approved as presented. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
The Council Minutes for February 8, 2005 were presented for approval.
Motion was offered by Councilman Benton and seconded by Councilman Wilkinson that minutes for February 8, 2005 be approved as presented. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
FINANCIALS:
The Financial Statements for the month of January were presented to the council. Bill Johnson said he would answer any questions from the council.
After some discussion, motion was offered by Councilman Benton and seconded by Councilman Wilkinson to accept the Financial Statements for January as presented. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION REPORT FOR JANUARY:
The Director of Administration Report for January was presented to the council for review. Bill Johnson said he or any of the department heads at this meeting would answer any questions from the council.
After some discussion, motion was offered by Councilman Wilkinson and seconded by Councilman Benton to accept the Director of Administration Report for the month of January as presented. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
It was noted that this would be Tim Siegel's, Park & Recreation Director, last meeting before entering the Navy full-time. Councilman Bill wished him good luck and the council applauded.
OLD BUSINESS:
a)Update on the South Business 54 Project.
Bill Johnson said the RFP's will be opened at 3:00 tomorrow (February 23rd).
A TIF Commission meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 3rd for the proposals to be presented. A recommendation will be made to the council by the TIF Commission at this meeting.
b)Update on the status on the position of Park's Recreation Director.
Bill Johnson said the city has interviewed three candidates and an offer has been made and is waiting for the response by next Monday.
The programmer's position has received three or four applications so far.
NEW BUSINESS:
a)Dr. Enderle made a presentation on the promotion of a $8 dollar million bond for the Fulton Public School District that is on the April 5th election ballot.
He gave a general overview of the Action Plan:
1 - Middle School
2 - Construct a Library Media Center at each elementary school
3 - Alternative school programs
4 - Fulton High School Science Center (4-6 classrooms)
5 - Athletic Complex at the high school.
6 - Breakroom and Restrooms for the Bus Barn.
7 - Additional parking at the high school.
Dr. Enderle distributed a hand-out and made his presentation on the proposed ballot issue. He thanked the council and asked for the city's support in their endeavor to secure this funding.
After some discussion, motion was offered by Councilman Harris and seconded by Councilwoman Chailland to have a Resolution of Support written and presented at the next regularly scheduled council meeting. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
b)Sidney Jackson will discuss MISO with the council.
Ray Luhring, Superintendent of Utilities, introduced Sidney Jackson representing the Midwest MISO group, who made a presentation to the council on the very complexed MISO.
c)Further review of the proposed Cable Agreement with Eddie Trower, Charter Communications present at this meeting.
Much discussion followed with questions and answers.
Bill Johnson gave a tentative agenda as to when this Ordinance would pass or fail. The bill would be presented for first reading at the March 8th council meeting and then have second and third readings with final passage at the March 22nd meeting.
d)Update from Elmer Sands, council liaison, on the Traffic
Commission meeting held on Tuesday, February 15th, 2005.
Councilman Sands said they discussed Old Business -
Temporary/Permanent Basketball Goals in the street; Bartley School Safety Zone; and the West 7th Street Speed Study.
Under New Business - Speed on East Tennyson Road and Fourth Street parking between the County Courthouse and City Hall.
e)Discussion on the Golf course.
Bill Johnson said discussions have been held with Tom Moriarty, Stern Brothers, to re-finance the golf course saving the city approximately $148,000 at a rate of 5% interest, thereby reducing the annual debt service by $60,000. This would place a three year extension on the bonds - from twelve years to fifteen years.
Much discussion followed.
Motion was offered by Councilman Benton and seconded by Councilman Wilkinson to having the Administration proceed with drafting a proposed ordinance for the council to review. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
Mayor Craghead announced a recess at 8:10 p.m. and the council reconvened at 8:16 p.m.
RESOLUTIONS:
Resolution 2772 was presented and read by Councilman Sands.
Resolution 2772 - A Resolution authorizing and ratifying the employment of an Attorney to assist in negotiating and closing a loan for the construction and operation of a Water Works System, and such other legal work as may be needed in conjunction with the construction and initial operation of the Waterworks System (Copy is included in the official Resolution Book).
Motion was offered by Councilman Sands and seconded by Councilman Wilkinson to adopt Resolution 2772 at this council meeting. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
Resolution 2773 was presented and read by Councilman Wilkinson.
Resolution 2773 - A Resolution authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the City of Fulton, to enter into a State Block Grant Agreement with the Missouri Highways & Transportation Commission regarding the construction of a runway at the Hensley Airport in Fulton, Missouri (Copy is included in the official Resolution Book).
Motion was offered by Councilman Wilkinson and seconded by City Councilman Bill to adopt Resolution 2773 at this council meeting. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
ORDINANCES:
Bill No. 1086 was presented and read for the first time by Councilwoman Chailland.
Bill No. 1086 - An Ordinance regulating the use of the Public Water System, the Installation & Connection of Water Service, & Providing Penalties for Violations thereof: in the City of Fulton, County of Callaway, State of Missouri.
Motion was offered by Councilwoman Chailland and seconded by Councilman Moore that Bill No. 1086 be placed for second reading at the next regularly scheduled council meeting. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
Bill No. 1087 was presented and read for the first time by Councilman Benton.
Bill No. 1087 - An Ordinance establishing a User Charge System in the City of Fulton, County of Callaway, State of Missouri, to Provide Funds needed to pay for all Expenses Associated with the City's Water System.
Motion was offered by Councilman Benton and seconded by Councilman Harris that Bill No. 1087 be placed for second reading at the next regularly scheduled council meeting. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
Bill No. 1083 was read for the second time by Councilman Harris.
Bill No. 1083 - An Ordinance approving the Subdivision Replat for Part of Lot 16 in John Erwin's Subdivision (Copy is included in the official Ordinance Book).
Motion was offered by Councilman Harris and seconded by Councilman Moore that Bill No. 1083 be placed for third reading at this evening's council meeting. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
Bill No. 1083 was read for the third time by Councilman Harris.
Motion was offered by Councilman Harris and seconded by Councilman Moore to place Bill No. 1083 for final passage at this council meeting. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
Roll call vote of members of the council was as follows:
Bill, yes; Chailland, yes; Harris, yes; Moore, yes; Sands, yes; Wilkinson, yes; and Benton, yes. Bill No. 1083 having received the affirmative vote of seven members of the council and one member (McCall) absent, was declared passed by the President.
Bill No. 1084 was read for the second time by Councilman Moore.
Bill No. 1084 - An Ordinance declaring a Water Tower located on West 8th Street to be Surplus Property, authorizing its sale and establishing an effective date (Copy is included in the official Ordinance Book).
Motion was offered by Councilman Moore and seconded by Councilman Harris that Bill No. 1084 be placed for third reading at this evening's council meeting. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
Bill No. 1084 was read for the third time by Councilman Moore.
Motion was offered by Councilman Moore and seconded by Councilman Wilkinson to place Bill No. 1084 for final passage at this council meeting. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
Roll call vote of members of the council was as follows:
Chailland, yes; Harris, yes; Moore, yes; Sands, yes; Wilkinson, yes; Benton, yes; and Bill, yes. Bill No. 1084 having received the affirmative vote of seven members of the council and one member (McCall) absent, was declared passed by the President.
Bill No. 1085 was read for the second time by Councilman Bill.
Bill No. 1085 - An Ordinance authorizing the Mayor, on behalf of the C.O.F. to sign all necessary documents in the sale of one (1) acre of land, located at the intersection of St. Eunice Road and Westminster Avenue, to Mike Russell and John Troxel, currently d/b/a Vintage Speed Shop (Copy is included in the official Ordinance Book).
Motion was offered by Councilman Bill and seconded by Councilman Sands that Bill No. 1085 be placed for third reading at this City evening's council meeting. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
Bill No. 1085 was read for the third time by Councilman Bill.
Motion was offered by Councilman Bill and seconded by Councilman Wilkinson to place Bill No. 1085 for final passage at this council meeting. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
Roll call vote of members of the council was as follows:
Harris, yes; Moore, yes; Sands, yes; Wilkinson, yes; Benton, yes; Bill, yes; and Chailland, yes. Bill No. 1085 having received the affirmative vote of seven members of the council and one member (McCall) absent, was declared passed by the President.
Bill No. 1081 was read for the third time by Councilman Benton.
Bill No. 1081 - An Ordinance Authorizing a 5% across the Board Electric Rate Increase on the Purchase of the Energy use Portion of the Bill only, effective on the April 1, 2005 Utility Bill (Copy is included in the official Ordinance Book).
Motion was offered by Councilman Benton and seconded by Councilman Bill to place Bill No. 1081 for final passage at this council meeting. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
Roll call vote of members of the council was as follows:
Moore, yes; Sands, yes; Wilkinson, yes; Benton, yes; Bill, yes; Chailland, yes; and Harris, yes. Bill No. 1081 having received the affirmative vote of seven members of the council and one member (McCall) absent, was declared passed by the President.
APPOINTMENTS:
Mayor Craghead said there was one appointment to be made at this meeting. He was recommending that Gail Pautz be placed on the Callaway Extension Board.
Motion was offered by Councilman Bill and seconded by Councilman Benton to appoint Gail Pautz to the Callaway Extension Board. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor and one member (McCall) absent.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The city clerk reminded Councilmembers Benton and Sands of the Missouri Municipal League Legislative Conference on February 24th in Jefferson City. Everyone attending will meet at City Hall at 6:45 a.m. on Thursday.
Reminder of the FADC Business Salute on Thursday, March 10th at Tucker Dining Room on the campus of William Woods University.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Mayor Craghead said there was no need for an executive session at this council meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the council, motion was offered by Councilman Bill and seconded by Councilwoman Chailland to adjourn this meeting. Motion carried with seven members of the council voting in favor, one member (McCall) absent, and the meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
Robert W. Craghead, Mayor
Carolyn L. Laswell, CMC/MRCC
City Clerk