Movie Theater

Howdy!

As you may already know, the board of aldermen, in a 4 - 2 vote, decided to accept the amended Gunnett developers' agreement which will enable B&B Movie Theaters to begin construction on Hwy 14 just west of Hwy 65. Although this movie theater will be a wonderful addition to our city, there were some key pieces of the agreement that I could not support. As your representative in our municipal government I feel obligated to share my reasoning and opinions with you; Especially when they deal with such an important decision.

Below you will find the statement I prepared and read at last night's board meeting before the vote:

"Since I was elected, I have heard the term, "Public dollars for public purpose" many times. I believe this principal and have tried to uphold it in the decisions that I make on this board. I do not believe that the amendments to the Gunnett developers agreement adhere to this principal and it is for that reason that I cannot support this bill.

This agreement deals with two sets of money to be reimbursed by the city coffers. One to cover the costs of infrastructure and one to cover construction costs for the theater.

I believe the reimbursement of money to pay for infrastructure is justified under this principal because infrastructure is one on the few true responsibilities of any municipal government. Once complete this infrastructure will be publicly owned and maintained, as it should be. On the other hand, it is never the responsibility of a municipal government to build or pay for private buildings for private businesses. Once paid for, in part by public dollars, it will neither be owned or operated by the public or by those accountable to the public.

Also, once the money is given as economic incentive, there is no guarantee that the money will even be used to pay for the building costs of the theater. Nothing in the developers agreement holds the project accountable for how the money is spent. Once the money is given to the project the way it is spent is neither accountable or open to the public. The city is not allowed to spend the people's money in this way and it should not give the people's money to other entities to spend in this way.

Another principle that I have heard in these chambers repeatedly is "Consistency". I also believe in this principal and have tried to uphold it in the decisions that I make on this board. I do not believe that the amendments to the Gunnett developers agreement adhere to this principal and it is for this reason also, that I cannot support this bill.

This bill will use the people's money to pick winners and losers in the private sector. A sector that we, as a government board, should be involved with as little as possible. Especially if we cannot be involved in a consistent and fair manner. If we are going to give special tax incentives to one business, we should give that same benefit to all of the businesses in our city. Which I, by the way, would be in favor of. But that is not what the agreement does. It says that we believe B&B Movie theater is of greater benefit to our city than every other small business in the city of Ozark, and I do not believe that to be true.

Until we, as a board, are willing to afford this same economic incentive to all of the businesses in our community, I cannot support such incentives.

It is for these reasons that I will not be supporting the following bill and ask this board to consider my reasoning and do the same. "

FAIL:Mondays' Video Post Will Be Late

Howdy!!

I hate to say it, but I will not be able to post last Monday's council meeting until next week. I am headed to NJ to visit my Grandma, but I'll get it up as soon as I get back in town.

SORRY!!

NOTICE: Special June 29th Aldermen and Park Board Meeting Canceled

The meeting between the Ozark Board of Aldermen and the Ozark Parks Board that was scheduled for June 29th has been canceled. As I mentioned earlier, there are 3 positions on the park board that are going to be filled at the July 6th Board of Aldermen meeting. I believe it was determined that having this joint meeting would be more effective after the 3 positions were filled.

06-16-2009 Board of Aldermen Video

NOTE: For whatever reason, my camera stopped recording at 2 hrs and 32 min. We have not had a meeting run this long since I began recording the meetings so I didn't expect this to occur. The video stops right after we begin discussions on the salvaged Crown Vics and is missing about the last 30 minutes. Missing from the video are discussions about the salvaged Crown Vics and the Main Street Application discussion.

Ozark Board of Alderman Meeting June 15th Agenda

Howdy!

Go here to see tomorrow's agenda and here to see tomorrow's packet.

Points of interest for tomorrow's meeting:

1. Public hearing for the amending some planning and zoning rules - Bill 2459. Check out the packet to read the bill. If you want to better understand the changes in this bill, you can compare the bill to the existing code which can be found online here. When the page opens click on the folder labeled "Ozark" on the left hand side of the page. Then click "TITLE IV. LAND USE". Then "CHAPTER 405: ZONING REGULATIONS". Then you can compare the current sections 405.770, 405.785, and 410.226 to the changes to those sections lined out in the bill.
If you have questions about these changes, tomorrow is the time to bring them up.

2. Budget Amendments. This will be the first reading of the budget amendment bill and the only chance you will have to speak on this if you so choose. I would suggest you read the ammended budget that is provided in the packet and come to the meeting with any questions or suggestions you have.

3. 3 bills 2456, 2457, and 2458 aproving the use of stimulus funds for 3 projects. These bills will come to a vote tomorrow.

A big FAIL for Melissa Wagner: No Video this Week

Howdy...

I have to admit that I made a big mistake at tonight's meeting. I forgot to turn my video camera on. In a rush to go over bills and talk to citizens and make a potty break I forgot to turn it on. I am terribly sorry about this and will try very hard to avoid this in the future. Please forgive my absent mindedness.

Reminder: Special Council meeting on Monday the 8th at 5:30. This is going to be a big meeting to discus and make a decision regarding PlazaCorp's offer and any counter offers.

Ozark Board of Aldermen Meeting June 1, 2009 Agenda

City of Ozark Missouri

 

 

P.O. Box 295		Fax	417-581-0575
Ozark, Missouri	65721	Phone	417-581-2407

BOARD OF ALDERMEN TENTATIVE MEETING AGENDA

MONDAY June 01, 2009

7:00 P.M. COUNCIL MEETING

POSTED May 27, 2009                                          Ordinance #09-019

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL

APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S): May  16, 2009, May 18, 2009, May 26, 2009 Council Minutes.

CEREMONIAL MATTERS:                   Chris Stone-Chamber of Commerce Director Resignation.

REPORT ON QUESTIONS FROM PREVIOUS MEETING(S):          

BILLS OPEN FOR PUBLIC DISCUSSION:

A.                   BILLS REQUIRING A PUBLIC HEARING:

 Public Hearing- Vacating Hoover's Mill Subdivision Final Plat. Owner Mipast, LLC. Mike Casey.

1.           Bill #2454-An Ordinance to Vacate the Hoover's Mill Subdivision Final Plat. Owner Mipast, LLC. Mike Casey.   Alderman Melissa Wagner.    

B.                   FIRST READING BILLS:   

1.             Bill #2455-An Ordinance Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Ozark, Missouri by Amending Chapter 365:     "Stopping, Standing or Parking Restricted or Prohibited on Certain Streets", Schedule II, "Parking Regulations".   Alderman Rick Gardner.

2.             Bill #2456-An Ordinance Authorizing the City Administrator to Execute an American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Federal Aid Program Agreement with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission for the Phase III Sidewalks Along Highway 14/Jackson Street Project.  Alderman Mike Esterl.

3.             Bill #2457-An Ordinance Authorizing the City Administrator to Execute an American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Federal Aid Program Agreement with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission for a Transportation Planning Study to do Preliminary Scoping of Transportation Projects.  Alderman Chris Snyder.

4.             Bill #2458-An Ordinance Authorizing the City Administrator to Execute an American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Federal Aid Program Agreement with the Missouri  Highways and Transportation Commission for the Analysis of Existing and Projected Traffic in Order to Develop an Efficient Traffic Plan. Alderman Dennis Sparrow.

C.                  RESOLUTIONS:

1.             Resolution #1588-A Resolution Affirming Certain Actions with the Finley River Development. Alderman Mark Spinabella. THIS IS GOING TO BE REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA.  IT WILL PROBABLY BE DISCUSSED IN A SPECIAL MEETING THE FOLLOWING MONDAY. 

                2.             Public Hearing-A Public Hearing to Discuss an Application to be Submitted to the Missouri

                Department of Economic Development Under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for

                Intrinsic Audio Solutions, Inc. dba SLS Audio.

3.                    Resolution #1589-A Resolution of the City of Ozark, Missouri, Stating Intent to Seek Funding

Through the "Community Development Block Grant" Program and Authorizing the Mayor to Pursue Activities in an Attempt to Secure Funding. Alderman Melissa Wagner.

D.                   EMERGENCY BILLS: 

E.                    PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT BILLS (TAX BILLS):              

F.                    GRANTS: 

G.                  AMENDED BILLS: 

SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE OF BILLS. NO PUBLIC DISCUSSION. BOARD DISCUSSION ONLY: 

1.                    Bill #2453-An Ordinance Amending Title I, Chapter 110 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of

                Ozark by Deleting a Portion of One Section Relating to the Agenda for Board of Aldermen Meetings and

                Enacting, In Lieu Thereof, One New Portion of the Same Section Relating to the Same Subject Matter.

Alderman Rick Gardner.

REPORT OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES:

 

1.             Administrative Committee:     

2.                 Public Safety:                         

3.             Public Works:                          Declaring Surplus Vehicles-1995 Ford Crown Vic, 1998 Ford Crown Vic and

                                                                2003 Ford Crown Vic.                             

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

SCHEDULED VISITORS:     Main Street Director Robert Snook-Discuss Neighborhood Assistance Program FY2010 Application.

NEW BUSINESS/COUNCIL COMMENTS:

MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:

                                1.             Pay Bills.

ADJOURNMENT

The tentative Agenda of this meeting may include a vote to close part of this meeting to discuss Litigation-Personnel-Real Estate pursuant to RSMO: 610-021 (1,2,3) and such other matters as may come before the Board.

                Representatives of the News Media may obtain copies of this notice by contacting: The City Clerk's Office at (417) 581-2407 or by E-Mail lwilson@ozarkmissouri.org

(To be posted at least 24 hours prior to the commencement of the Meeting on a bulletin board or other prominent place which is easily accessible to the public and clearly designated for posting notices at the principal office of the Municipal Corporation or Political Subdivision or, if no such office exists, at the building in which the meeting is to be held). In accordance with ADA Guidelines, if you need special accommodations when attending City Meetings, please notify the City Clerk's Office at least 3 days prior to the scheduled meeting.

 

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Thanks and Have a Great Day!!

Melissa Wagner
417.231.1045
www.ozarkmissouri.blogspot.com
www.twitter.com/melissadwagner

2009-05-26 Special Board of Aldermen Meeting on Redevelopment

The video is fuzzy. I will be posting my notes from the meeting and my thoughts tomorrow. Sorry for the delay. I will also be posting the agenda and thoughts on Monday's meeting. I know I say this every time, but this is going to be an important meeting where quite a few important decisions are going to be made.

Update: Part 7 is coming this evening...I couldn't get it all finished last night.

Official Agenda for May 26th at 5:30

City of Ozark Missouri
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK

P.O. Box 295 Fax 417-581-0575
Ozark, Missouri 65721 Phone 417-581-2407

BOARD OF ALDERMEN TENTATIVE SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday May 26, 2009 5:30 p.m.

Posted 05-22-09

CALL TO ORDER 5:30 P.M.

MAYOR’S COMMENTS

NEW BUSINESS: 1. Presentation Concerning the Finley River Neighborhood Development District.

Resolution #1588 – Extending the Completion Dates of Original Developers
Agreement. (Alderman Melissa Wagner)

COUNCIL COMMENTS:

ADJOURN.

The tentative agenda of this meeting may include a vote to close part of this meeting to discuss Litigation-Personnel-Real Estate pursuant to RSMo: 610-021 (1,2,3) and such other matters as may come before the Board.

Representatives of the News Media may obtain copies of this notice by contacting:

Lana Wilson

205 N. 1st St.

(417) 581-2407

Fax (417) 581-0575

(To be posted at least 24 hours prior to the commencement of the meeting on a bulletin board or other prominent place which is easily accessible to the public and clearly designated for posting notices at the principal office of the municipal corporation or political subdivision or, if no such office exists, at the building in which the meeting is to be held.) In accordance with ADA guidelines, if you need special accommodations when attending City meetings, please notify the City Clerk’s Office 417-581-2407 at least 3 days prior to the scheduled meeting.

2009-05-18 Board of Aldermen Meeting Video

Here is the first 2 parts. More to come. I really need a better mic.

Special City Council Meeting

Howdy!

I was informed today that we will be having a special council meeting on Tuesday the 26th at 5:30 or 6:00. The time is not final yet, but it will probably be 5:30.

Here is the informal agenda:

1. A presentation from Darrell Gross (our outside consultant) regarding his analysis on the Downtown Redevelopment District.

2. The other items will be a MODESA meeting update from city staff and a resolution to extend the dates within the original developers agreement for another 6 months so we can continue getting all the work done that still lies ahead.

This is all the info I have so far. I have not been given a copy of the resolution, so I am not sure what it contains. I am going to city hall tomorrow, and hopefully I can get an update. I will keep you posted.

I am excited to here Darrell's presentation. From all I have heard, he sounds like a great asset to the city, and I am interested to hear his take on the project.

Be there if you can.

Reminder: Community Breakfast is Saturday 8 to 10 at the Village Inn. I hope to see you all there.

Fwd: Agenda for May 18, 2009

 

City of Ozark Missouri

 

 

P.O. Box 295		Fax	417-581-0575
Ozark, Missouri	65721	Phone	417-581-2407

BOARD OF ALDERMEN TENTATIVE MEETING AGENDA

MONDAY MAY 18, 2009

7:00 P.M. COUNCIL MEETING

POSTED May 12, 2009                                          Ordinance #09-016

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL

APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S): May 4, 2009 Minutes.

CEREMONIAL MATTERS:

REPORT ON QUESTIONS FROM PREVIOUS MEETING(S):          

BILLS OPEN FOR PUBLIC DISCUSSION:

A.                   BILLS REQUIRING A PUBLIC HEARING:     

B.                   FIRST READING BILLS:    1.             Bill #2453-Amending Title I, Chapter 110 of the Code of

                                                                              Ordinances of the City of Ozark By Deleting a Portion of One

                                                                              Section Relating to the Agenda for Board of Aldermen Meetings

                                                                              and Enacting, In Lieu               Thereof, One New Portion of the Same

                                                                              Section Relating to the Same Subject Matter.  Alderman

                                                                              Melissa Wagner.      

C.                  RESOLUTIONS:                  1.             Resolution #1586-A Resolution to Award the Bid for the Police

                                                                              Hand Guns.  Alderman Rick Gardner.

2.                    Resolution #1587-Finley River District. Alderman

Mike Esterl.

D.                   EMERGENCY BILLS: 

E.                    PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT BILLS (TAX BILLS):              

F.                    GRANTS:                             1.             Resolution #1585-A Resolution Authorizing the Ozark Police

                                                                              Department to Submit a Grant Proposal to the Missouri Division

                                                                              of Highway Safety (MDHS). Alderman Chris Snyder.

G.                  AMENDED BILLS: 

SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE OF BILLS. NO PUBLIC DISCUSSION. BOARD DISCUSSION ONLY: 

1.                    Bill #2450-Zoning Case #2009-383-209 E. Farmer St., Owner Suzanne Vanvig. R-1CH (R-1C Historic) to R-1C. Alderman Dennis Sparrow.

2.                    Bill #2452-An Ordinance Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Ozark by Deleting One Section of Title I, Chapter 110 Relating to "Standing Committees Appointed" and Enacting, In Lieu Thereof, One New Section Relating to a Similar Subject Matter. Alderman Mark Spinabella.

REPORT OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES:

1.             Administrative Committee:      1.             STP Urban Allocation.

                                                                2.             State Audit Update.

2.                 Public Safety:                         

3.             Public Works:                         

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:                     1.             Resolution #1584-Awarding the Bid and Authorizing the Mayor to Execute the

                                                                                Necessary Documents to Enter Into a Contract with ___________________ for the

                                                                                Annual Purchase of Low Pressure High Output Amalgam UV Lamps for the Wastewater

                                                                                Treatment Plant. Alderman Melissa Wagner.

NEW BUSINESS/COUNCIL COMMENTS:

MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:

                                1.             Pay Bills.

ADJOURNMENT

The tentative Agenda of this meeting may include a vote to close part of this meeting to discuss Litigation-Personnel-Real Estate pursuant to RSMO: 610-021 (1,2,3) and such other matters as may come before the Board.

                Representatives of the News Media may obtain copies of this notice by contacting: The City Clerk's Office at (417) 581-2407 or by E-Mail lwilson@ozarkmissouri.org

(To be posted at least 24 hours prior to the commencement of the Meeting on a bulletin board or other prominent place which is easily accessible to the public and clearly designated for posting notices at the principal office of the Municipal Corporation or Political Subdivision or, if no such office exists, at the building in which the meeting is to be held). In accordance with ADA Guidelines, if you need special accommodations when attending City Meetings, please notify the City Clerk's Office at least 3 days prior to the scheduled meeting.

 

05-04-2009 Board of Aldermen's Meeting

This is the portion of the meeting that occurred prior to going into closed session. No business occurred after we returned from open session. If you would like to see that portion of the meeting let me know and I'll put it up. Again, sorry for the audio, I am working on a way to improve the quality. If you have any economical suggestions or know anyone who would be willing donate old equipment please let me know.

Ozark City Council Meeting Agenda

BOARD OF ALDERMEN TENTATIVE MEETING AGENDA

MONDAY MAY 4, 2009

7:00 P.M. COUNCIL MEETING

POSTED APRIL 29, 2009 Ordinance #09-015



PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL

APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S): April 20, 2009 Minutes.

CEREMONIAL MATTERS:

1. Proclamation-Teacher Appreciation Week.

2. Proclamation- Building Safety Week.

REPORT ON QUESTIONS FROM PREVIOUS MEETING(S): None

BILLS OPEN FOR PUBLIC DISCUSSION:

A. BILLS REQUIRING A PUBLIC HEARING: Zoning Case #2009-383.

1. Bill #2450-Zoning Case #2009-383-209 E. Farmer St. Owner Suzanne Vanvig. R-1CH (R-1C Historic) to R-1C. Alderman Melissa Wagner.

B. FIRST READING BILLS:

1. Bill #2451-Approving the Final Plat of Deerbrook Industrial Park. Owners MDP Construction & MDP

Properties, Inc. Alderman Rick Gardner.

2. Bill #2452-An Ordinance Amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Ozark by Deleting One Section of Title 1, Chapter 110 Relating to “Standing Committees Appointed” and Enacting, in Lieu Thereof, One New Section Relating to a Similar Subject Matter. Alderman Mike Esterl.

C. RESOLUTIONS:

1. Resolution #1583-Authorizing the City Administrator to Execute Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Engineering Services Contract with Matthews & Associates, Inc. for Design and Construction Inspection of the Safe Route to Schools Sidewalk Project Phase 3. Alderman Chris Snyder.

2. Resolution #1584-Awarding the Bid and Authorizing the Mayor to Execute the Necessary Documents to Enter Into a Contract with __________________________ for the Annual Purchase of Low Pressure High Output Amalgam UV Lamps for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Alderman Dennis Sparrow.

D. EMERGENCY BILLS: None

E. PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT BILLS (TAX BILLS): None

F. GRANTS: None

G. AMENDED BILLS: None

SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE OF BILLS. NO PUBLIC DISCUSSION. BOARD DISCUSSION ONLY: None

REPORT OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES:

1. Administrative Committee: 1. Chris Stone Economic Development/Chamber Update April 2009.

2. Update on the May 16, 2009 Council Retreat.

2. Public Safety:

3. Public Works:

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

NEW BUSINESS/COUNCIL COMMENTS:

1. Steve Johnson – Southwest Materials, 2340 W. St. Highway CC. Requesting to Waive Water Impact on Temporary Water Line.

2. Lila Davis-Resident at 407 S. 3rd Ave. Discussion on Code Violations.

MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:

1. Pay Bills.

ADJOURNMENT

The tentative Agenda of this meeting may include a vote to close part of this meeting to discuss Litigation-Personnel-Real Estate pursuant to RSMO: 610-021 (1,2,3) and such other matters as may come before the Board.

Representatives of the News Media may obtain copies of this notice by contacting: The City Clerk’s Office at (417) 581-2407 or by E-Mail lwilson@ozarkmissouri.org

(To be posted at least 24 hours prior to the commencement of the Meeting on a bulletin board or other prominent place which is easily accessible to the public and clearly designated for posting notices at the principal office of the Municipal Corporation or Political Subdivision or, if no such office exists, at the building in which the meeting is to be held). In accordance with ADA Guidelines, if you need special accommodations when attending City Meetings, please notify the City Clerk’s Office at least 3 days prior to the scheduled meeting.

Video: 4-20-2009 Ozark Board of Aldermen's Meeting

I recorded it in the wrong format so the file was too big and I have to break it up into sections...The audio is less than ideal as well...this will be better next time.

Agenda: Monday April 20th Ozark Board of Aldermen Meeting

Meeting to be held Monday April 20th 7 PM at Ozark City Hall

Pledge

Roll Call

Approval of April 6th, 2009 Minutes

Vote:  Bill 2449 - Ordinance approving the April 7th Election Results

Ceremonial Matters:

Swearing in newly elected officials

Election of Mayor Pro-Tem.

Election of the City Clerk

Mayoral appointments of committees: Public Safety, Public Works, Admin.

Arbor Day - Proclamation

Report on questions from previous meeting.

Bills open for public discussion:

Bills requiring public hearing: NONE

Resolution: Entering into a contract for Professional Bond Council Services for city projects.

     Bids:  Yates, Mauck, Bohrer, Elliff & Fels, P.C.

Gilmore Bell

King Hershey, PC

Emergency Bills: NONE

Public improvements bills (tax bills): NONE

Grants: NONE

Amended Bills: NONE

Bills open for second readings and final passage: NONE

Report of officers, boards, and committees

Admin: NONE

Public Safety: Appoint Chief Hodges to the 911 board

Public Works: Quail Run Meeting Update

New business/council comments:

Missouri Municipal League Elected Officials Training Conference June 11-12

Council Retreat Date

Miscellaneous Business:

Pay Bills

Adjournment.

NOTE:  This is my interpretation of the minutes.  An official copy can be obtained from City Hall.  Or, if you'll just let me know you want one, email me at melissadwagner@gmail.com and I will email you a copy.