http://www.snopes.com/photos/military/forthood.asp
Monday, December 07, 2009
Picture tells 1000 Words
Wow. I checked this out. It was true.
http://www.snopes.com/photos/military/forthood.asp
http://www.snopes.com/photos/military/forthood.asp
Friday, December 04, 2009
The real Santa Clause
A lot of folks called in and wanted this: the story of the REAL Saint Nick.
http://www.joyfulheart.com/christmas/st-nick.htm
http://www.joyfulheart.com/christmas/st-nick.htm
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
The Great WKRP Turkey Drop
It wouldn't be Thanksgiving without Les Nessman!
Copy Paste and then click where it tells you too. Happy Thanksgiving!
http://radio.about.com/od/thanksgivingradio/qt/WKRP-Turkey-Drop-Video-Audio.htm
Copy Paste and then click where it tells you too. Happy Thanksgiving!
http://radio.about.com/od/thanksgivingradio/qt/WKRP-Turkey-Drop-Video-Audio.htm
Thursday, November 12, 2009
How to Poop at Work
We've all been there but don't like to admit it...
We've all kicked back in our cubicles and suddenly felt something brewing down below. As much as we try to convince ourselves otherwise, the *WORK POOP* is inevitable. For those who hate pooping at work, following is the Survival Guide for taking a dump at work.
*CROP DUSTING* When farting, you walk really fast around the office so the smell is not in your area and everyone else gets a whiff, but doesn't know where it came from. Be careful when you do this. Do not stop until the full fart has been expelled. Walk an extra 30 feet to make sure the smell has left your pants.
*FLY BY* The act of scouting out a bathroom before pooping.
Walk in and check for other poopers. If there are others in the bathroom, leave and come back again. Be careful not to become a *FREQUENT FLYER*. People may become suspicious if they catch you constantly going into the bathroom.
*ESCAPEE* A fart that slips out while taking a pee or forcing a poop in a stall. This is usually accompanied by a sudden wave of embarrassment. If you release an escapee, do not acknowledge it. Pretend it did not happen. If you are a man and are standing next to the farter in the urinal,
pretend you did not hear it. No one likes an escapee. It is uncomfortable for all involved. Making a joke or laughing makes both parties feel uneasy.
*JAILBREAK* When forcing a poop, several farts slip out at a machine gun pace. This is usually a side effect of diarrhea or a hangover. If this should happen, do not panic. Remain in the stall until everyone has left the bathroom to spare everyone the awkwardness of what just occurred.
*COURTESY FLUSH* The act of flushing the toilet the instant the poop hits the water. This reduces the amount of air time the poop has to stink up the bathroom. This can help you avoid being caught doing the *WALK OF SHAME*.
*WALK OF SHAME* Walking from the stall, to the sink, to the door after you have just stunk up the bath room.. This can be a very uncomfortable moment if someone walks in and busts you. As with farts, it is best to pretend that the smell does not exist. Can be avoided with the use of the *COURTESY FLUSH*.
*OUT OF THE CLOSET POOPER* A colleague who poops at work and is Doggone proud of it. You will often see an Out Of The Closet Pooper enter the bathroom with a newspaper or magazine under their arm. Always look around the office for the Out Of The Closet Pooper before entering the bathroom.
*SAFE HAVENS* A seldom used bathroom somewhere in the building where you can least expect visitors. Try floors that are predominantly of the opposite sex. This will reduce the odds of a pooper of your sex entering the bathroom.
*TURD BURGLAR* Someone who does not realize that you are in the stall and tries to force the door open. This is one of the most shocking and vulnerable moments that can occur when taking a poop at work. If this occurs, remain in the stall until the *Turd Burglar* leaves. This way you will avoid all uncomfortable eye contact.
*CAMO-COUGH* A phony cough that alerts all new entrants into the bathroom that you are in a stall.. This can be used to cover-up a *WATERMELON*, or to alert potential *TURDBURGLAR*. Very effective when used in conjunction with a *SHIRLEY TEMPLE*.
*SHIRLEY TEMPLE* A subtle toe-tapping that is used to alert potential *TURD BURGLARS*that you are occupying a stall. This will remove all doubt that the stall is occupied. If you hear a *SHIRLEY TEMPLE*, leave the bathroom immediately so the pooper can poop in peace.
*WATERMELON* A poop that creates a loud splash when hitting the toilet water. This is also an arrassing incident. If you feel a Watermelon coming on, create a diversion. See *CAMO-COUGH*.
SOME VARIETIES OF POOP YOU SHOULD BE AWARE OF:
*The King Poop* = This kind is the kind of poop that killed Elvis. It doesn't come until you're all sweaty, trembling and purple from straining so hard.
* Bali Belly Poop* = You poop so much you lose 5 lbs.
*Cement Block* =You wish you'd gotten a spinal block before you poop.
*Cork Poop* = Even after the third flush, it's still floating in there. How do I get rid of it? This poop usually happens at someone else's house.
*The Bungee Poop* = The kind of poop that just hangs off your rear before it falls into the water.
*The Crippler* = The kind of poop where you have to sit on the toilet so long your legs go numb from the waist down.
*The Chitty Chitty Bang Bang* = The kind of poop that hits you when you're trapped in your car in a traffic jam.
*The Party Pooper* = The giant poop you take at a party. And when you flush the toilet, you watch in horror as the water starts to rise....
NOW EVERYONE TRY TO GO POOP IN PEACE
We've all kicked back in our cubicles and suddenly felt something brewing down below. As much as we try to convince ourselves otherwise, the *WORK POOP* is inevitable. For those who hate pooping at work, following is the Survival Guide for taking a dump at work.
*CROP DUSTING* When farting, you walk really fast around the office so the smell is not in your area and everyone else gets a whiff, but doesn't know where it came from. Be careful when you do this. Do not stop until the full fart has been expelled. Walk an extra 30 feet to make sure the smell has left your pants.
*FLY BY* The act of scouting out a bathroom before pooping.
Walk in and check for other poopers. If there are others in the bathroom, leave and come back again. Be careful not to become a *FREQUENT FLYER*. People may become suspicious if they catch you constantly going into the bathroom.
*ESCAPEE* A fart that slips out while taking a pee or forcing a poop in a stall. This is usually accompanied by a sudden wave of embarrassment. If you release an escapee, do not acknowledge it. Pretend it did not happen. If you are a man and are standing next to the farter in the urinal,
pretend you did not hear it. No one likes an escapee. It is uncomfortable for all involved. Making a joke or laughing makes both parties feel uneasy.
*JAILBREAK* When forcing a poop, several farts slip out at a machine gun pace. This is usually a side effect of diarrhea or a hangover. If this should happen, do not panic. Remain in the stall until everyone has left the bathroom to spare everyone the awkwardness of what just occurred.
*COURTESY FLUSH* The act of flushing the toilet the instant the poop hits the water. This reduces the amount of air time the poop has to stink up the bathroom. This can help you avoid being caught doing the *WALK OF SHAME*.
*WALK OF SHAME* Walking from the stall, to the sink, to the door after you have just stunk up the bath room.. This can be a very uncomfortable moment if someone walks in and busts you. As with farts, it is best to pretend that the smell does not exist. Can be avoided with the use of the *COURTESY FLUSH*.
*OUT OF THE CLOSET POOPER* A colleague who poops at work and is Doggone proud of it. You will often see an Out Of The Closet Pooper enter the bathroom with a newspaper or magazine under their arm. Always look around the office for the Out Of The Closet Pooper before entering the bathroom.
*SAFE HAVENS* A seldom used bathroom somewhere in the building where you can least expect visitors. Try floors that are predominantly of the opposite sex. This will reduce the odds of a pooper of your sex entering the bathroom.
*TURD BURGLAR* Someone who does not realize that you are in the stall and tries to force the door open. This is one of the most shocking and vulnerable moments that can occur when taking a poop at work. If this occurs, remain in the stall until the *Turd Burglar* leaves. This way you will avoid all uncomfortable eye contact.
*CAMO-COUGH* A phony cough that alerts all new entrants into the bathroom that you are in a stall.. This can be used to cover-up a *WATERMELON*, or to alert potential *TURDBURGLAR*. Very effective when used in conjunction with a *SHIRLEY TEMPLE*.
*SHIRLEY TEMPLE* A subtle toe-tapping that is used to alert potential *TURD BURGLARS*that you are occupying a stall. This will remove all doubt that the stall is occupied. If you hear a *SHIRLEY TEMPLE*, leave the bathroom immediately so the pooper can poop in peace.
*WATERMELON* A poop that creates a loud splash when hitting the toilet water. This is also an arrassing incident. If you feel a Watermelon coming on, create a diversion. See *CAMO-COUGH*.
SOME VARIETIES OF POOP YOU SHOULD BE AWARE OF:
*The King Poop* = This kind is the kind of poop that killed Elvis. It doesn't come until you're all sweaty, trembling and purple from straining so hard.
* Bali Belly Poop* = You poop so much you lose 5 lbs.
*Cement Block* =You wish you'd gotten a spinal block before you poop.
*Cork Poop* = Even after the third flush, it's still floating in there. How do I get rid of it? This poop usually happens at someone else's house.
*The Bungee Poop* = The kind of poop that just hangs off your rear before it falls into the water.
*The Crippler* = The kind of poop where you have to sit on the toilet so long your legs go numb from the waist down.
*The Chitty Chitty Bang Bang* = The kind of poop that hits you when you're trapped in your car in a traffic jam.
*The Party Pooper* = The giant poop you take at a party. And when you flush the toilet, you watch in horror as the water starts to rise....
NOW EVERYONE TRY TO GO POOP IN PEACE
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Alfred Lord Tennyson "Charge of the light brigade" animation
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Yea I know you've seen this before...but it is SOOOO true!
If a conservative doesn’t like guns, he doesn’t buy one.
If a liberal doesn't like guns, he feels that no one should have one.
If a conservative is a vegetarian, he doesn’t eat meat.
If a liberal is, he wants to ban all meat products for everyone.
If a conservative sees a foreign threat, he thinks about how to defeat his enemy.
A liberal wonders how to surrender gracefully and still look good.
If a conservative has chosen to be a homosexual, he respectfully leads his life.
If a liberal is homosexual, he loudly demands legislated respect.
If a black man or Hispanic are conservative, they see themselves as independently successful.
Their liberal counterparts see themselves as victims in need of government protection.
If a conservative is down-and-out, he thinks about how to better his situation.
A liberal wonders who is going to take care of him.
If a conservative doesn’t like a talk show host, he switches channels.
Liberals demand that those they don’t like be shut down.
If a conservative is a non-believer, he doesn’t go to church.
A liberal non-believer wants any mention of God or religion silenced.
If a conservative decides he needs health care, he goes about shopping for it, or may choose a job that provides it.
A liberal demands that the rest of us pay for his.
If a liberal doesn't like guns, he feels that no one should have one.
If a conservative is a vegetarian, he doesn’t eat meat.
If a liberal is, he wants to ban all meat products for everyone.
If a conservative sees a foreign threat, he thinks about how to defeat his enemy.
A liberal wonders how to surrender gracefully and still look good.
If a conservative has chosen to be a homosexual, he respectfully leads his life.
If a liberal is homosexual, he loudly demands legislated respect.
If a black man or Hispanic are conservative, they see themselves as independently successful.
Their liberal counterparts see themselves as victims in need of government protection.
If a conservative is down-and-out, he thinks about how to better his situation.
A liberal wonders who is going to take care of him.
If a conservative doesn’t like a talk show host, he switches channels.
Liberals demand that those they don’t like be shut down.
If a conservative is a non-believer, he doesn’t go to church.
A liberal non-believer wants any mention of God or religion silenced.
If a conservative decides he needs health care, he goes about shopping for it, or may choose a job that provides it.
A liberal demands that the rest of us pay for his.
Friday, September 04, 2009
I Pledge?
You have got to be kidding me.
Have the puke bucket handy
http://buzz.yahoo.com/buzzlog/92974?fp=1
Have the puke bucket handy
http://buzz.yahoo.com/buzzlog/92974?fp=1
Thursday, August 27, 2009
A letter I got
Yesterday when I was at the dr.'s office, I met the most AMAZING two year old boy named Zachary. He had incredible manners and was talking up a storm. His mother and I were talking and she asked him to say the Pledge of Allegiance for me. He stopped playing with the toys and stood in front of me and said it.....perfectly!!! I was blown away!! I told the mom "kudos" for teaching him the Pledge of Allegiance, especially at such a young age. I then said it was great for him to learn it now, because he won't learn it once he gets in school.
Then she said, "It's his favorite thing to say. He also loves singing all kinds of patriotic songs. His favorite is "I'm Proud to be an American". I asked Zachary if he would sing it for me, and he did. I got goosebumps, and tears welled up in my eyes.
Then she said that her parents are both Vietnam Vets. On the 4th of July, he sang it for them and everyone that was at their celebration couldn't help but cry.
I was so impressed with this little two year old boy and his mother for being so patriotic. Why can't ALL Americans be this way???
I just wanted to share this story with you. It gave me some hope yesterday......and maybe it will give you some hope as well.
Sara
an avid fan of KSGF
Then she said, "It's his favorite thing to say. He also loves singing all kinds of patriotic songs. His favorite is "I'm Proud to be an American". I asked Zachary if he would sing it for me, and he did. I got goosebumps, and tears welled up in my eyes.
Then she said that her parents are both Vietnam Vets. On the 4th of July, he sang it for them and everyone that was at their celebration couldn't help but cry.
I was so impressed with this little two year old boy and his mother for being so patriotic. Why can't ALL Americans be this way???
I just wanted to share this story with you. It gave me some hope yesterday......and maybe it will give you some hope as well.
Sara
an avid fan of KSGF
Friday, August 21, 2009
McCaskill confirms Springfield Town Hall
This time they really mean it!!!
News from
Senator Claire McCaskill
For Immediate Release
***Media Advisory***
McCaskill Hosts Health Care Listening Forums Across Missouri in August
In West Plains and Springfield, McCaskill hosts events to listen to concerns related to health care reform efforts
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As more and more Americans and businesses struggle to afford health care coverage, U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill has been hearing from Missourians who are concerned about health care reform efforts in Washington. During the August home work period, McCaskill will be traveling across the state hosting a series of town hall events and roundtables to gather input and listen to concerns.
On Monday, August 31st, McCaskill will be traveling across the state to host health care forums in West Plains and Springfield. Visit McCaskill’s website to sign up to attend the West Plains forum or the Springfield forum. McCaskill has already hosted forums in Kennett, Poplar Bluff, Jefferson County, Hannibal, Moberly, and Kansas City. Forums are scheduled for Warrensburg and Jefferson City on Wednesday, August 26th for a total of ten open forums across the state. For more information, please contact one of McCaskill’s five Missouri offices.
McCaskill is committed to reforming health care in America in a way that does not add to the federal deficit. As the health care reform bill makes its way through the relevant Senate committees, McCaskill will be looking for a bill that provides consumer choices, brings down the overall cost of health care and delivers better outcomes for patients. During her listening tour, she intends to gather Missourians’ views on health care and take them back with her when she returns to Washington to debate the health care bill in the fall.
Constituents are highly encouraged to register for the events. Depending on the turn-out, there may be more people wishing to attend the event than there is capacity to hold them. Seating may be limited and will be first come, first serve. Additional events will be advised in the next few days.
Individuals with disabilities who require auxiliary aids or services to participate in these events should contact Crystal Quade at 417-868-8745, no later than Friday, August 28, 2009.
Upcoming Events with Senator McCaskill:
Monday, August 31, 2009
9:00 AM Health Care Listening Forum – Howell County
West Plains Civic Center Theater
110 St. Louis Street
West Plains, Missouri 65775
12:30 PM Health Care Listening Forum – Greene County
Gillioz Theater
325 Park Central East
Springfield, Missouri 65806
News from
Senator Claire McCaskill
For Immediate Release
***Media Advisory***
McCaskill Hosts Health Care Listening Forums Across Missouri in August
In West Plains and Springfield, McCaskill hosts events to listen to concerns related to health care reform efforts
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As more and more Americans and businesses struggle to afford health care coverage, U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill has been hearing from Missourians who are concerned about health care reform efforts in Washington. During the August home work period, McCaskill will be traveling across the state hosting a series of town hall events and roundtables to gather input and listen to concerns.
On Monday, August 31st, McCaskill will be traveling across the state to host health care forums in West Plains and Springfield. Visit McCaskill’s website to sign up to attend the West Plains forum or the Springfield forum. McCaskill has already hosted forums in Kennett, Poplar Bluff, Jefferson County, Hannibal, Moberly, and Kansas City. Forums are scheduled for Warrensburg and Jefferson City on Wednesday, August 26th for a total of ten open forums across the state. For more information, please contact one of McCaskill’s five Missouri offices.
McCaskill is committed to reforming health care in America in a way that does not add to the federal deficit. As the health care reform bill makes its way through the relevant Senate committees, McCaskill will be looking for a bill that provides consumer choices, brings down the overall cost of health care and delivers better outcomes for patients. During her listening tour, she intends to gather Missourians’ views on health care and take them back with her when she returns to Washington to debate the health care bill in the fall.
Constituents are highly encouraged to register for the events. Depending on the turn-out, there may be more people wishing to attend the event than there is capacity to hold them. Seating may be limited and will be first come, first serve. Additional events will be advised in the next few days.
Individuals with disabilities who require auxiliary aids or services to participate in these events should contact Crystal Quade at 417-868-8745, no later than Friday, August 28, 2009.
Upcoming Events with Senator McCaskill:
Monday, August 31, 2009
9:00 AM Health Care Listening Forum – Howell County
West Plains Civic Center Theater
110 St. Louis Street
West Plains, Missouri 65775
12:30 PM Health Care Listening Forum – Greene County
Gillioz Theater
325 Park Central East
Springfield, Missouri 65806
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
I don't do chain mail but I will share this with you!
This was sent by Maj Joe Sturtevant, USMC ret, VMO-6, 1st MAW, QTCB 68-69, and forwarded to me.
One of the "Band of Brothers" soldiers died on June 17, 2009.
We're hearing a lot today about big splashy memorial services.
I want a nationwide memorial service for Darrell "Shifty" Powers.
Shifty volunteered for the airborne in WWII and served with Easy Company of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, part of the 101st Airborne Infantry.
If you've seen Band of Brothers on HBO or the History Channel, you know Shifty. His character appears in all 10 episodes, and Shifty himself is interviewed in several of them.
I met Shifty in the Philadelphia airport several years ago. I didn't know who he was at the time. I just saw an elderly gentleman having trouble reading his ticket. I offered to help, assured him that he was at the right gate, and noticed the "Screaming Eagle", the symbol of the 101st Airborne, on his hat.
Making conversation, I asked him if he'd been in the 101st Airborne, or if his son was serving. He said quietly that he had been in the 101st. I thanked him for his service, then asked him when he served, and how many jumps he made.
Quietly and humbly, he said, "Well, I guess I signed up in 1941 or so, and was in until sometime in 1945 . . . " at which point my heart skipped.
At that point, again, very humbly, he said, "I made the 5 training jumps at Toccoa, and then jumped into Normandy. . . do you know where Normandy is?"
At this point my heart stopped.
I told him yes, I know exactly where Normandy was and I know what D-Day was.
At that point he said "I also made a second jump into Holland, into Arnhem."
I was standing with a genuine war hero . . . . and then I realized that it was June, just after the anniversary of D-Day.
I asked Shifty if he was on his way back from France, and he said; "Yes. And it's real sad because these days so few of the guys are left, and those that are, lots of them can't make the trip." My heart was in my throat and I didn't know hat to say.
I helped Shifty get onto the plane and then realized he was back in Coach, while I was in First Class. I sent the flight attendant back to get him and said that I wanted to switch seats. When Shifty came forward, I got up out of the seat and told him I wanted him to have it, that I'd take his in coach.
He said, "No, son, you enjoy that seat. Just knowing that there are still some who remember what we did and still care is enough to make an old man very happy." His eyes were filling up as he said it. And mine are brimming up now as I write this.
Shifty died on June 17 after fighting cancer.
There was no parade.
No big event in Staples Center.
No wall-to-wall, back-to-back, 24x7 news coverage.
No weeping fans on television.
And that's not right.
Let's give Shifty his own Memorial Service, online, in our own quiet way.
Please forward this email to everyone you know. Especially, to the veterans.
One of the "Band of Brothers" soldiers died on June 17, 2009.
We're hearing a lot today about big splashy memorial services.
I want a nationwide memorial service for Darrell "Shifty" Powers.
Shifty volunteered for the airborne in WWII and served with Easy Company of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, part of the 101st Airborne Infantry.
If you've seen Band of Brothers on HBO or the History Channel, you know Shifty. His character appears in all 10 episodes, and Shifty himself is interviewed in several of them.
I met Shifty in the Philadelphia airport several years ago. I didn't know who he was at the time. I just saw an elderly gentleman having trouble reading his ticket. I offered to help, assured him that he was at the right gate, and noticed the "Screaming Eagle", the symbol of the 101st Airborne, on his hat.
Making conversation, I asked him if he'd been in the 101st Airborne, or if his son was serving. He said quietly that he had been in the 101st. I thanked him for his service, then asked him when he served, and how many jumps he made.
Quietly and humbly, he said, "Well, I guess I signed up in 1941 or so, and was in until sometime in 1945 . . . " at which point my heart skipped.
At that point, again, very humbly, he said, "I made the 5 training jumps at Toccoa, and then jumped into Normandy. . . do you know where Normandy is?"
At this point my heart stopped.
I told him yes, I know exactly where Normandy was and I know what D-Day was.
At that point he said "I also made a second jump into Holland, into Arnhem."
I was standing with a genuine war hero . . . . and then I realized that it was June, just after the anniversary of D-Day.
I asked Shifty if he was on his way back from France, and he said; "Yes. And it's real sad because these days so few of the guys are left, and those that are, lots of them can't make the trip." My heart was in my throat and I didn't know hat to say.
I helped Shifty get onto the plane and then realized he was back in Coach, while I was in First Class. I sent the flight attendant back to get him and said that I wanted to switch seats. When Shifty came forward, I got up out of the seat and told him I wanted him to have it, that I'd take his in coach.
He said, "No, son, you enjoy that seat. Just knowing that there are still some who remember what we did and still care is enough to make an old man very happy." His eyes were filling up as he said it. And mine are brimming up now as I write this.
Shifty died on June 17 after fighting cancer.
There was no parade.
No big event in Staples Center.
No wall-to-wall, back-to-back, 24x7 news coverage.
No weeping fans on television.
And that's not right.
Let's give Shifty his own Memorial Service, online, in our own quiet way.
Please forward this email to everyone you know. Especially, to the veterans.
Monday, July 06, 2009
Links from this morning's show
Some asked how can they help Sarah Palin with her legal bills. Here is website:
http://www.thealaskafundtrust.com/about/
Here is article on Palin from American Thinker
http://www.americanthinker.com/2009/07/sarah_palin_the_best_is_yet_to.html
http://www.thealaskafundtrust.com/about/
Here is article on Palin from American Thinker
http://www.americanthinker.com/2009/07/sarah_palin_the_best_is_yet_to.html
Monday, June 29, 2009
Well Fed Neighbors and 1000 Gardens
Ruell and Galen did and awesome jon this morning on the show. You can hear them here:
http://www.ksgf.com/Portals/67/KSGF%20Audio/This%20week/062909-%20hr%203_4.mp3
and read about them here: http://www.wellfedneighbor.com
http://www.ksgf.com/Portals/67/KSGF%20Audio/This%20week/062909-%20hr%203_4.mp3
and read about them here: http://www.wellfedneighbor.com
Friday, June 26, 2009
Springfield City Council Meeting Agenda
Please Note: This is the first meeting of a pilot project for earlier start times for City Council meetings. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. rather than 7 p.m.
Springfield City Council
June 29, 2009
6:00 p.m.
SPEAKERS MUST SIGN UP WITH THE CITY CLERK TO SPEAK TO AN ISSUE ON THE AGENDA.
SPEAKERS ARE TO LIMIT THEIR REMARKS TO FIVE MINUTES.
Note: Sponsorship does not denote Council member approval or support.
* * * *
1. ROLL CALL.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. – June 15, 2009.
3. FINALIZATION AND APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDAS. CITIZENS WISHING TO SPEAK TO OR REMOVE ITEMS FROM THE CONSENT AGENDAS MUST DO SO AT THIS TIME.
4. CEREMONIAL MATTERS.
5. Swear in Andrea McKinney, Sidney Needem, and Bob Horton to the Springfield/Greene County Park Board.
6. Presentation from Mike Kromrey, Chair, Environmental Advisory Board.
7. RESPONSES TO QUESTIONS RAISED AT THE JUNE 15, 2009 MEETING AND CITY MANAGER’S REPORT.
8. COUNCIL BILLS FOR PUBLIC HEARING. CITIZENS MAY SPEAK. NOT ANTICIPATED TO BE VOTED ON.
9. COUNCIL BILL 2009-155. (Compton) A special ordinance vacating a portion of public alley generally located on the west side of the 400 block of N. Campbell Avenue and on the south side of the 400 block of W. Phelps Avenue (Planning and Zoning Commission and Staff recommend that City Council approve the Vacation request with conditions.)
10. COUNCIL BILL 2009-156. (Ibarra) A general ordinance amending the Official Map of Springfield, adopted pursuant to General Ordinance No. 1478, by naming a new segment of street “Deer Lake Avenue”. (Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommend approval).
11. COUNCIL BILL 2009-157. (O’Neal) A general ordinance amending Article I, Zoning Ordinance, of the Springfield Land Development Code, Divisions IV District Regulations and V Supplemental District Regulations, by modifying various requirements of the Government and Institutional Use District. (Both Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommend approval.)
12. COUNCIL BILL 2009-158. (Bailes) A general ordinance amending Section 1‑9 of the Springfield City Code, City Limits, by annexing approximately 265.41 acres of private property and 0.28 acres of Greene County right-of-way into the City of Springfield generally located on the east side of the 4100 block of South US Highway 65 more fully described in this ordinance, generally referenced as Annexation A-1-09, and amending Section 46-1 of the Springfield City Code, Election Wards, Precincts and Council Zones, Ward Boundaries, by adding this property to the ward and precinct assigned by the County Clerk.
13. COUNCIL BILL 2009-159. (Bailes) A general ordinance amending the Springfield Land Development Code, Section 1-1600, Zoning Maps, by rezoning approximately 500 acres of property generally located on the east and west sides of the 4100 block South US Highway 65 from a City R-SF, Single Family Residential District and Greene County A-1, Agricultural District and R-1, Residential District to Planned Development District Number 330. (Both Planning and Zoning Commission and Staff recommend approval). (By: Larry Childress Etal; East and west sides 4100 block South US Highway 65; Planned Development 330.)
14. FIRST READING BILLS. CITIZENS MAY SPEAK. NOT ANTICIPATED TO BE VOTED ON.
15. COUNCIL BILL 2009-160. (Compton) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, and the Springfield-Greene County Park Board, to accept donations from the Friends of the Garden, through the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, and Greene County for construction of a Botanical Center, as approved by county voters, and to amend the budget for the City of Springfield, Missouri, in the Parks Department by increasing revenues and expenditures for Park’s County-Wide Sales Tax Fund 4165 for fiscal year 2009‑2010, in the amount of $964,458.00, and to do all things necessary to carry out the acceptance and use of the donations, including the execution of contracts.
16. COUNCIL BILL 2009-161. (Rushefsky) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept a $10,000 donation from the Springfield R-XII School District to provide for public improvements along Cherry Street adjacent to Bingham Elementary School and amending the budget provided for the Public Works Department of the City of Springfield, Missouri, for fiscal year 2009-2010.
17. COUNCIL BILL 2009-162. (O’Neal) A special ordinance amending the budget for the City of Springfield, Missouri, in the General Fund for the fiscal year 2008-2009 in the amount of $1,800,000 to increase revenue and expense appropriations in the General Fund in the same amount.
18. RESOLUTIONS.
19. EMERGENCY BILLS.
20. PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.
21. GRANTS.
22. AMENDED BILLS.
23. SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE. CITIZENS HAVE SPOKEN. MAY BE VOTED ON.
24. COUNCIL BILL 2009-148. (Chiles, Burlison, Compton, & Rush) A general ordinance amending the Fee Schedule for certain municipal services as provided in the Springfield City Code, by making such adjustments as provided in the attached Evaluation of Charges for Municipal Services and by adopting new fees for certain city services, in order to recover all or part of the cost thereof and declaring an emergency. (The Finance Committee recommends approval.)
25. COUNCIL BILL 2009-149. (O’Neal) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager or his designee, to accept the donation of funds from Blue Noodle LLC d/b/a Metropolitan Grill for the benefit of the Springfield Police Officers’ and Fire Fighters’ Retirement System.
26. UNFINISHED BUSINESS.
27. PETITIONS, REMONSTRANCES, AND COMMUNICATIONS.
28. Mr. Ron Ard wishes to address City Council.
29. Ms. Patty Ingold wishes to address City Council.
30. NEW BUSINESS.
31. As per RSMo. 109.230 (4), City records that are on file in the City Clerk’s office and have met the retention schedule will be destroyed in compliance with the guidelines established by the Secretary of State’s office.
32. Financial Statement for April 2009.
33. MISCELLANEOUS.
34. CONSENT AGENDA – FIRST READING BILLS. SEE ITEM # 3.
35. COUNCIL BILL 2009-163. (O’Neal) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to apply for a grant from the Missouri Foundation for Health (MFH) in the amount of $10,500, for Fiscal Year 2009-2010, through the Missouri Health Literacy Enhancement Demonstration Project for the purpose of enhancing health literacy.
36. COUNCIL BILL 2009-164. (Ibarra) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, on behalf of the City of Springfield, to enter into a transportation cost apportionment agreement with the Missouri Highway and Transportation Commission (“MHTC”) to coordinate participation by the City in the cost of the Commission’s Project No. J8S2157 relating to rehabilitation of the Route 13 (Kansas Expressway) bridge (viaduct) over the BNSF railway and Locust Street between Atlantic Street and Division Street.
37. COUNCIL BILL 2009-165. (Ibarra) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, on behalf of the City of Springfield, to enter into an agreement with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (“MHTC”) for the purpose of installing Phase I Wayfinding signage for the City of Springfield on Missouri Department of Transportation (“MoDOT”) right-of-way.
38. COUNCIL BILL 2009-166. (Bailes) A special ordinance authorizing the Director of Planning and Development to accept the public streets and easements to the City of Springfield as shown on the Preliminary Plat of Sulgrove Place Subdivision generally located at 3524 South Sulgrove Avenue, upon the applicant filing and recording a final plat that substantially conforms to the preliminary plat; and authorizing the City Clerk to sign the final plat upon compliance with the terms of this ordinance. (Planning and Zoning Commission has approved the Preliminary Plat. Both Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommend that City Council accept the public streets and easements.)
39. CONSENT AGENDA – ONE READING BILLS. SEE ITEM # 3.
40. COUNCIL BILL 2009-167. (O’Neal) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager to make a joint application with Greene County, Missouri, to apply for and to accept an Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) from the United States Department of Justice for law enforcement purposes; to enter into an interlocal agreement with Greene County, Missouri; and to amend the budget provided for the Police Department of the City of Springfield, Missouri, for fiscal year 2008 - 2009, in the amount of $153,554, and declaring an emergency.
41. COUNCIL BILL 2009-168. (Bailes) A special ordinance relinquishing a public drainage easement generally located on the south side of the 2100 block of E. Republic Road, authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a license agreement for work in, and maintenance of, a storm detention facility and amending the budget in the Department of Public Works in the amount of $312,500.00 for FY 2009-2010 (Planning and Zoning Commission and Planning and Public Works staffs recommend approval subject to a condition.)
42. COUNCIL BILL 2009-169. (Ibarra) A special ordinance to accept the bid of Rockbusters, Inc. in the amount of $62,782.30 for the construction of sanitary sewers in Sanitary Sewer District No. 104 of Section No. 5, located in the vicinity of Livingston Street at Fort Avenue in the City of Springfield, Missouri; declaring the work to be necessary; stating the intention to pay for all or part of the improvements from the proceeds of bonds; specifying those costs and expenses to be specifically assessed against the properties in the district and the method by which the costs will be apportioned; setting forth the manner of payment, the lien of the assessments and the duration of the lien; setting forth the interest rate to be charged on the tax bills; authorizing the City Manager, or his designee of the City of Springfield, Missouri, to enter into a contract and to approve the bond for said improvement; and authorizing progress payments to be made to the contractor.
43. COUNCIL BILL 2009-170. (Rushefsky) A special ordinance to establish and define the boundaries and adopt the plat, plans, specifications, and sealed estimate of construction costs, and authorize acquisition of necessary right(s)-of-way, including condemnation thereof, for Sanitary Sewer District No. 50V of Section No. 6 of the main sewers of the City of Springfield, Missouri, located in the general vicinity of Norton Road at Fremont Avenue; further providing that all labor shall be paid the prevailing wages; providing for participation by the City in the cost of construction; directing the City Manager, or his designee to advertise for bids for the construction of said sewers; and providing for payment therefor.
44. COUNCIL BILL 2009-171. (Bailes) A resolution approving the plans, specifications and the bid of Hartman & Co. Inc., in the amount of $583,000 for the construction of Fort Avenue and Sunshine Street Intersection Improvements, Plan No. 8PW6104.
45. COUNCIL BILL 2009-172. (O’Neal) A resolution approving the plans and specifications for the Springfield Wayfinding Installation, Arterials and Expressways project and to accept the bid of Modern Neon & Plastic, LLC in the amount of $104,783.88 for installation of the arterial and expressway Springfield Wayfinding signs.
46. COUNCIL BILL 2009-173. (O’Neal) A resolution approving the plans and specifications for the Springfield Wayfinding Installation, Freeways and Interstate project and to accept the bid of Modern Neon & Plastic, LLC in the amount of $53,964.00 for installation of the freeway and interstate Springfield Wayfinding signs.
47. COUNCIL BILL 2009-174. (O’Neal) A resolution appointing Pat O’Reilly, Tim O’Reilly, Tom Rankin, Mary Lilly Smith, and Sarah Wilson to serve as members of the Board of Directors of the Shoppes at James River Community Improvement District.
48. COUNCIL BILL 2009-175. (Ibarra, Rushefsky) A resolution adopting the scope of duties and appointing the members for the Commercial Street Task Force.
49. CONSENT AGENDA – SECOND READING BILLS.
50. Confirm the following reappointments for Substitute Municipal Court Judge: Angela D. Acree; Shantel Alberhasky; Gregory Dorshorst; and Aaron Jones with terms to expire June 30, 2010.
51. Confirm the following reappointment to the Traffic Advisory Board: Richard Walker with term to expire April 1, 2012.
52. Confirm the following appointments to the Traffic Advisory Board: Larry Butler and Teddy Fleck with terms to expire April 1, 2012.
53. Confirm the following appointment to the Tree City USA Advisory Committee: Kay Johnson with term to expire December 1, 2010.
54. Confirm the following appointments to the Springfield/Greene County Library Board: Kenton DeVries and David Richards with terms to expire July 1, 2012.
* * * * END OF CONSENT AGENDAS * * * *
55. CLOSED SESSION: The City Council will hold a closed meeting for the purpose of discussing legal actions, causes of action, litigation, privileged and confidential communications, pursuant to Section 610.021 (1), RSMo. 2009, and this meeting, record, and vote be closed and the City Council shall stand adjourned at the end of the closed session.
Springfield City Council
June 29, 2009
6:00 p.m.
SPEAKERS MUST SIGN UP WITH THE CITY CLERK TO SPEAK TO AN ISSUE ON THE AGENDA.
SPEAKERS ARE TO LIMIT THEIR REMARKS TO FIVE MINUTES.
Note: Sponsorship does not denote Council member approval or support.
* * * *
1. ROLL CALL.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. – June 15, 2009.
3. FINALIZATION AND APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDAS. CITIZENS WISHING TO SPEAK TO OR REMOVE ITEMS FROM THE CONSENT AGENDAS MUST DO SO AT THIS TIME.
4. CEREMONIAL MATTERS.
5. Swear in Andrea McKinney, Sidney Needem, and Bob Horton to the Springfield/Greene County Park Board.
6. Presentation from Mike Kromrey, Chair, Environmental Advisory Board.
7. RESPONSES TO QUESTIONS RAISED AT THE JUNE 15, 2009 MEETING AND CITY MANAGER’S REPORT.
8. COUNCIL BILLS FOR PUBLIC HEARING. CITIZENS MAY SPEAK. NOT ANTICIPATED TO BE VOTED ON.
9. COUNCIL BILL 2009-155. (Compton) A special ordinance vacating a portion of public alley generally located on the west side of the 400 block of N. Campbell Avenue and on the south side of the 400 block of W. Phelps Avenue (Planning and Zoning Commission and Staff recommend that City Council approve the Vacation request with conditions.)
10. COUNCIL BILL 2009-156. (Ibarra) A general ordinance amending the Official Map of Springfield, adopted pursuant to General Ordinance No. 1478, by naming a new segment of street “Deer Lake Avenue”. (Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommend approval).
11. COUNCIL BILL 2009-157. (O’Neal) A general ordinance amending Article I, Zoning Ordinance, of the Springfield Land Development Code, Divisions IV District Regulations and V Supplemental District Regulations, by modifying various requirements of the Government and Institutional Use District. (Both Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommend approval.)
12. COUNCIL BILL 2009-158. (Bailes) A general ordinance amending Section 1‑9 of the Springfield City Code, City Limits, by annexing approximately 265.41 acres of private property and 0.28 acres of Greene County right-of-way into the City of Springfield generally located on the east side of the 4100 block of South US Highway 65 more fully described in this ordinance, generally referenced as Annexation A-1-09, and amending Section 46-1 of the Springfield City Code, Election Wards, Precincts and Council Zones, Ward Boundaries, by adding this property to the ward and precinct assigned by the County Clerk.
13. COUNCIL BILL 2009-159. (Bailes) A general ordinance amending the Springfield Land Development Code, Section 1-1600, Zoning Maps, by rezoning approximately 500 acres of property generally located on the east and west sides of the 4100 block South US Highway 65 from a City R-SF, Single Family Residential District and Greene County A-1, Agricultural District and R-1, Residential District to Planned Development District Number 330. (Both Planning and Zoning Commission and Staff recommend approval). (By: Larry Childress Etal; East and west sides 4100 block South US Highway 65; Planned Development 330.)
14. FIRST READING BILLS. CITIZENS MAY SPEAK. NOT ANTICIPATED TO BE VOTED ON.
15. COUNCIL BILL 2009-160. (Compton) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, and the Springfield-Greene County Park Board, to accept donations from the Friends of the Garden, through the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, and Greene County for construction of a Botanical Center, as approved by county voters, and to amend the budget for the City of Springfield, Missouri, in the Parks Department by increasing revenues and expenditures for Park’s County-Wide Sales Tax Fund 4165 for fiscal year 2009‑2010, in the amount of $964,458.00, and to do all things necessary to carry out the acceptance and use of the donations, including the execution of contracts.
16. COUNCIL BILL 2009-161. (Rushefsky) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept a $10,000 donation from the Springfield R-XII School District to provide for public improvements along Cherry Street adjacent to Bingham Elementary School and amending the budget provided for the Public Works Department of the City of Springfield, Missouri, for fiscal year 2009-2010.
17. COUNCIL BILL 2009-162. (O’Neal) A special ordinance amending the budget for the City of Springfield, Missouri, in the General Fund for the fiscal year 2008-2009 in the amount of $1,800,000 to increase revenue and expense appropriations in the General Fund in the same amount.
18. RESOLUTIONS.
19. EMERGENCY BILLS.
20. PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.
21. GRANTS.
22. AMENDED BILLS.
23. SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE. CITIZENS HAVE SPOKEN. MAY BE VOTED ON.
24. COUNCIL BILL 2009-148. (Chiles, Burlison, Compton, & Rush) A general ordinance amending the Fee Schedule for certain municipal services as provided in the Springfield City Code, by making such adjustments as provided in the attached Evaluation of Charges for Municipal Services and by adopting new fees for certain city services, in order to recover all or part of the cost thereof and declaring an emergency. (The Finance Committee recommends approval.)
25. COUNCIL BILL 2009-149. (O’Neal) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager or his designee, to accept the donation of funds from Blue Noodle LLC d/b/a Metropolitan Grill for the benefit of the Springfield Police Officers’ and Fire Fighters’ Retirement System.
26. UNFINISHED BUSINESS.
27. PETITIONS, REMONSTRANCES, AND COMMUNICATIONS.
28. Mr. Ron Ard wishes to address City Council.
29. Ms. Patty Ingold wishes to address City Council.
30. NEW BUSINESS.
31. As per RSMo. 109.230 (4), City records that are on file in the City Clerk’s office and have met the retention schedule will be destroyed in compliance with the guidelines established by the Secretary of State’s office.
32. Financial Statement for April 2009.
33. MISCELLANEOUS.
34. CONSENT AGENDA – FIRST READING BILLS. SEE ITEM # 3.
35. COUNCIL BILL 2009-163. (O’Neal) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to apply for a grant from the Missouri Foundation for Health (MFH) in the amount of $10,500, for Fiscal Year 2009-2010, through the Missouri Health Literacy Enhancement Demonstration Project for the purpose of enhancing health literacy.
36. COUNCIL BILL 2009-164. (Ibarra) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, on behalf of the City of Springfield, to enter into a transportation cost apportionment agreement with the Missouri Highway and Transportation Commission (“MHTC”) to coordinate participation by the City in the cost of the Commission’s Project No. J8S2157 relating to rehabilitation of the Route 13 (Kansas Expressway) bridge (viaduct) over the BNSF railway and Locust Street between Atlantic Street and Division Street.
37. COUNCIL BILL 2009-165. (Ibarra) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, on behalf of the City of Springfield, to enter into an agreement with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (“MHTC”) for the purpose of installing Phase I Wayfinding signage for the City of Springfield on Missouri Department of Transportation (“MoDOT”) right-of-way.
38. COUNCIL BILL 2009-166. (Bailes) A special ordinance authorizing the Director of Planning and Development to accept the public streets and easements to the City of Springfield as shown on the Preliminary Plat of Sulgrove Place Subdivision generally located at 3524 South Sulgrove Avenue, upon the applicant filing and recording a final plat that substantially conforms to the preliminary plat; and authorizing the City Clerk to sign the final plat upon compliance with the terms of this ordinance. (Planning and Zoning Commission has approved the Preliminary Plat. Both Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommend that City Council accept the public streets and easements.)
39. CONSENT AGENDA – ONE READING BILLS. SEE ITEM # 3.
40. COUNCIL BILL 2009-167. (O’Neal) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager to make a joint application with Greene County, Missouri, to apply for and to accept an Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) from the United States Department of Justice for law enforcement purposes; to enter into an interlocal agreement with Greene County, Missouri; and to amend the budget provided for the Police Department of the City of Springfield, Missouri, for fiscal year 2008 - 2009, in the amount of $153,554, and declaring an emergency.
41. COUNCIL BILL 2009-168. (Bailes) A special ordinance relinquishing a public drainage easement generally located on the south side of the 2100 block of E. Republic Road, authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a license agreement for work in, and maintenance of, a storm detention facility and amending the budget in the Department of Public Works in the amount of $312,500.00 for FY 2009-2010 (Planning and Zoning Commission and Planning and Public Works staffs recommend approval subject to a condition.)
42. COUNCIL BILL 2009-169. (Ibarra) A special ordinance to accept the bid of Rockbusters, Inc. in the amount of $62,782.30 for the construction of sanitary sewers in Sanitary Sewer District No. 104 of Section No. 5, located in the vicinity of Livingston Street at Fort Avenue in the City of Springfield, Missouri; declaring the work to be necessary; stating the intention to pay for all or part of the improvements from the proceeds of bonds; specifying those costs and expenses to be specifically assessed against the properties in the district and the method by which the costs will be apportioned; setting forth the manner of payment, the lien of the assessments and the duration of the lien; setting forth the interest rate to be charged on the tax bills; authorizing the City Manager, or his designee of the City of Springfield, Missouri, to enter into a contract and to approve the bond for said improvement; and authorizing progress payments to be made to the contractor.
43. COUNCIL BILL 2009-170. (Rushefsky) A special ordinance to establish and define the boundaries and adopt the plat, plans, specifications, and sealed estimate of construction costs, and authorize acquisition of necessary right(s)-of-way, including condemnation thereof, for Sanitary Sewer District No. 50V of Section No. 6 of the main sewers of the City of Springfield, Missouri, located in the general vicinity of Norton Road at Fremont Avenue; further providing that all labor shall be paid the prevailing wages; providing for participation by the City in the cost of construction; directing the City Manager, or his designee to advertise for bids for the construction of said sewers; and providing for payment therefor.
44. COUNCIL BILL 2009-171. (Bailes) A resolution approving the plans, specifications and the bid of Hartman & Co. Inc., in the amount of $583,000 for the construction of Fort Avenue and Sunshine Street Intersection Improvements, Plan No. 8PW6104.
45. COUNCIL BILL 2009-172. (O’Neal) A resolution approving the plans and specifications for the Springfield Wayfinding Installation, Arterials and Expressways project and to accept the bid of Modern Neon & Plastic, LLC in the amount of $104,783.88 for installation of the arterial and expressway Springfield Wayfinding signs.
46. COUNCIL BILL 2009-173. (O’Neal) A resolution approving the plans and specifications for the Springfield Wayfinding Installation, Freeways and Interstate project and to accept the bid of Modern Neon & Plastic, LLC in the amount of $53,964.00 for installation of the freeway and interstate Springfield Wayfinding signs.
47. COUNCIL BILL 2009-174. (O’Neal) A resolution appointing Pat O’Reilly, Tim O’Reilly, Tom Rankin, Mary Lilly Smith, and Sarah Wilson to serve as members of the Board of Directors of the Shoppes at James River Community Improvement District.
48. COUNCIL BILL 2009-175. (Ibarra, Rushefsky) A resolution adopting the scope of duties and appointing the members for the Commercial Street Task Force.
49. CONSENT AGENDA – SECOND READING BILLS.
50. Confirm the following reappointments for Substitute Municipal Court Judge: Angela D. Acree; Shantel Alberhasky; Gregory Dorshorst; and Aaron Jones with terms to expire June 30, 2010.
51. Confirm the following reappointment to the Traffic Advisory Board: Richard Walker with term to expire April 1, 2012.
52. Confirm the following appointments to the Traffic Advisory Board: Larry Butler and Teddy Fleck with terms to expire April 1, 2012.
53. Confirm the following appointment to the Tree City USA Advisory Committee: Kay Johnson with term to expire December 1, 2010.
54. Confirm the following appointments to the Springfield/Greene County Library Board: Kenton DeVries and David Richards with terms to expire July 1, 2012.
* * * * END OF CONSENT AGENDAS * * * *
55. CLOSED SESSION: The City Council will hold a closed meeting for the purpose of discussing legal actions, causes of action, litigation, privileged and confidential communications, pursuant to Section 610.021 (1), RSMo. 2009, and this meeting, record, and vote be closed and the City Council shall stand adjourned at the end of the closed session.
Crap and Tax
The Wall Street Journal analysis
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124588837560750781.html
The Heritage Foundation Report
http://www.heritage.org/Research/EnergyandEnvironment/upload/wm_2504.pdf
The Cato Institute
http://www.cato.org/pub_display.php?pub_id=10313
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124588837560750781.html
The Heritage Foundation Report
http://www.heritage.org/Research/EnergyandEnvironment/upload/wm_2504.pdf
The Cato Institute
http://www.cato.org/pub_display.php?pub_id=10313
Friday, June 12, 2009
We NEED to Laugh!
We all need a little stress-reliever! This only takes a minute. It's silly but lets be silly for a short time and have a little fun.
Sometimes when you have a stressful day or week, you need some silliness to break up the day. If we are honest, we have a lot more stressful days than not.
Here is your dose of humor...
And don't go all adult - a senior manager is now known far & wide as Dorky Gizzardsniffer!
The following is excerpted from a children's book, Captain Underpants And the Perilous Plot Professor Poopypants, by Dave Pilkey, in which the evil Professor forces everyone to assume new names...
So:-
1. Use the third letter of your first name to determine your New first name:
a = snickle
b = doombah
c = goober
d = cheesey
e = crusty
f = greasy
g = dumbo
h = farcus
i = dorky
j = doofus
k = funky
l = boobie
m = sleezy
n = sloopy
o = fluffy
p = stinky
q = slimy
r = dorfus
s = snooty
t = tootsie
u = dipsy
v = sneezy
w = liver
x = skippy
y = dinky
z = zippy
2. Use the second letter of your last name to determine the first half of your new last name:
a = dippin
b = feather
c = batty
d = burger
e = chicken
f = barffy
g = lizard
h = waffle
i = farkle
j = monkey
k = flippin
l = fricken
m = bubble
n = rhino
o = potty
p = hamster
q = buckle
r = gizzard
s = lickin
t = snickle
u = chuckle
v = pickle
w = hubble
x = dingle
y = gorilla
z = girdle
3. Use the third letter of your last name to determine the second half of your new last name:
a = butt
b = boob
c = face
d = nose
e = hump
f = breath
g = pants h = shorts
i = lips
j = honker
k = head
l = tush
m = chunks
n = dunkin
o = brains
p = biscuits
q = toes
r = doodle
s = fanny
t = sniffer
u = sprinkles
v = frack
w = squirt
x = humperdinck
y = hiney
z = juice
So my new name is Sloopy Chicken-Doodle while Miss Kortni shall henceforth be known as: Dorfus Farkle-Tush
Remember that children laugh an average of 146 times a day; adults laugh an average of 4 times a day.
Sometimes when you have a stressful day or week, you need some silliness to break up the day. If we are honest, we have a lot more stressful days than not.
Here is your dose of humor...
And don't go all adult - a senior manager is now known far & wide as Dorky Gizzardsniffer!
The following is excerpted from a children's book, Captain Underpants And the Perilous Plot Professor Poopypants, by Dave Pilkey, in which the evil Professor forces everyone to assume new names...
So:-
1. Use the third letter of your first name to determine your New first name:
a = snickle
b = doombah
c = goober
d = cheesey
e = crusty
f = greasy
g = dumbo
h = farcus
i = dorky
j = doofus
k = funky
l = boobie
m = sleezy
n = sloopy
o = fluffy
p = stinky
q = slimy
r = dorfus
s = snooty
t = tootsie
u = dipsy
v = sneezy
w = liver
x = skippy
y = dinky
z = zippy
2. Use the second letter of your last name to determine the first half of your new last name:
a = dippin
b = feather
c = batty
d = burger
e = chicken
f = barffy
g = lizard
h = waffle
i = farkle
j = monkey
k = flippin
l = fricken
m = bubble
n = rhino
o = potty
p = hamster
q = buckle
r = gizzard
s = lickin
t = snickle
u = chuckle
v = pickle
w = hubble
x = dingle
y = gorilla
z = girdle
3. Use the third letter of your last name to determine the second half of your new last name:
a = butt
b = boob
c = face
d = nose
e = hump
f = breath
g = pants h = shorts
i = lips
j = honker
k = head
l = tush
m = chunks
n = dunkin
o = brains
p = biscuits
q = toes
r = doodle
s = fanny
t = sniffer
u = sprinkles
v = frack
w = squirt
x = humperdinck
y = hiney
z = juice
So my new name is Sloopy Chicken-Doodle while Miss Kortni shall henceforth be known as: Dorfus Farkle-Tush
Remember that children laugh an average of 146 times a day; adults laugh an average of 4 times a day.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Springfield City Council Agenda - June 15, 2009
Springfield City Council
June 15, 2009
7:00 p.m.
SPEAKERS MUST SIGN UP WITH THE CITY CLERK TO SPEAK TO AN ISSUE ON THE AGENDA.
SPEAKERS ARE TO LIMIT THEIR REMARKS TO FIVE MINUTES.
Note: Sponsorship does not denote Council member approval or support.
* * * *
1. ROLL CALL.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. – June 1, 2009 and June 9, 2009.
3. FINALIZATION AND APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDAS. CITIZENS WISHING TO SPEAK TO OR REMOVE ITEMS FROM THE CONSENT AGENDAS MUST DO SO AT THIS TIME.
4. CEREMONIAL MATTERS.
5. RESPONSES TO QUESTIONS RAISED AT THE JUNE 1, 2009 AND JUNE 9, 2009 MEETINGS AND CITY MANAGER’S REPORT.
6. COUNCIL BILLS FOR PUBLIC HEARING. CITIZENS MAY SPEAK. NOT ANTICIPATED TO BE VOTED ON.
7. COUNCIL BILL 2009-148. (Chiles, Burlison, Compton, & Rush) A general ordinance amending the Fee Schedule for certain municipal services as provided in the Springfield City Code, by making such adjustments as provided in the attached Evaluation of Charges for Municipal Services and by adopting new fees for certain city services, in order to recover all or part of the cost thereof and declaring an emergency. (The Finance Committee recommends approval.)
8. FIRST READING BILLS. CITIZENS MAY SPEAK. NOT ANTICIPATED TO BE VOTED ON.
9. COUNCIL BILL 2009-149. (O’Neal) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager or his designee, to accept the donation of funds from Blue Noodle LLC d/b/a Metropolitan Grill for the benefit of the Springfield Police Officers’ and Fire Fighters’ Retirement System.
10. RESOLUTIONS. CITIZENS MAY SPEAK. MAY BE VOTED ON.
11. EMERGENCY BILLS.
12. COUNCIL BILL 2009-150. (O’Neal) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager or his designee to apply for and accept on behalf of the Mayor’s Commission for Children, a grant from the United States Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, for the Ready to Learn Project; and declaring an emergency.
13. PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.
14. GRANTS.
15. AMENDED BILLS.
16. SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE. CITIZENS HAVE SPOKEN. MAY BE VOTED ON.
17. AMENDED COUNCIL BILL 2009-110. (Chiles) A special ordinance adopting a budget for the City of Springfield, Missouri, for the fiscal year July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010 and providing that certain amounts shown in the budget document are appropriated for the various departments specified in said budget, and declaring an emergency.
18. COUNCIL BILL 2009-111. (Chiles) A special ordinance setting a preliminary levy tax on real and personal property for current expenses and debt retirement of the City of Springfield, Missouri, its boards and agencies, for the fiscal year 2009-2010, and declaring an emergency.
19. COUNCIL BILL 2009-126. (Bailes) A general ordinance amending the Springfield Land Development Code, Section 1-1600, Zoning Maps, by rezoning approximately one (1) acre of land generally located at 3830 South Lone Pine Avenue, more particularly described in this ordinance, from a LB, Limited Business District to a GR, General Retail District. (Both Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommend approval.) (By: Samuel Watts; 3830 S. Lone Pine Avenue; Z-10-2009.)
20. COUNCIL BILL 2009-127. (Compton) A general ordinance amending the Springfield Land Development Code, Section 1-1600, Zoning Maps, by rezoning approximately 1.18 acres of land generally located at the 200 block of West Sunset Street, from GR, General Retail with Conditional Overlay District #26 to Planned Development District Number 331 to allow an existing nonconforming detached sign to remain, allow development activity to occur in conformance with the Zoning Ordinance and provide enforcement provisions for the removal of the sign on or before September 31, 2025. (Both Planning and Zoning Commission and Staff recommend approval.) (By: Empire Mortgage Co. Inc; 200 Block W. Sunset Street; Planned Development 331.)
21. COUNCIL BILL 2009-128. (O’Neal) A general ordinance amending the Springfield Land Development Code, Zoning Ordinance, Article I, Division II, Section 2-1100, Definitions, and Division V, Section 5-1200, Temporary Uses, for the purpose of modifying the requirements for temporary promotional activities for large establishments. (Planning and Zoning Commission and Staff recommend approval.)
22. COUNCIL BILL 2009-129. (O’Neal) A special ordinance approving a Petition requesting the formation of The Shoppes at James River Community Improvement District; establishing the District as a political subdivision of the State of Missouri; approving a form of Cooperative Agreement among the City, the CID and other parties named therein; and directing the City Clerk to notify the Missouri Department of Economic Development of the creation of the District.
23. COUNCIL BILL 2009-130. (Ibarra) A special ordinance approving a Petition requesting the formation of the Commercial Street Community Improvement District; establishing the District as a political subdivision of the State of Missouri; and directing the City Clerk to notify the Missouri Department of Economic Development of the creation of the District.
24. COUNCIL BILL 2009-131. (O’Neal) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, on behalf of the City of Springfield, to enter into an agreement to provide planning and administrative services to the Ozark Transportation Organization for the amount of $47,000.00. (Planning Staff recommends approval).
25. COUNCIL BILL 2009-133. (O’Neal) A general ordinance amending Chapter 2, Section 2‑92 of the Springfield City Code, known as the salary ordinance relating to pay grades for various job titles within the City service as contained in the Professional, Administrative and Technical (PAT) and Crafts, Trade and Labor (CTL) pay schedules, by making provision for 9 new job titles and deleting 6 existing job titles; amending Chapter 2, Section 2-91, Merit Rules 17.7, 18.2, 19.4, 21.1 and 22.1 relating benefits to Budgetary Approval.
26. COUNCIL BILL 2009-134. (Compton) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, on behalf of the City of Springfield, to enter into an agreement with the Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau, including the 2009-2010 budget and marketing plan needed to continue the program to encourage tourism and conventions in the City.
27. COUNCIL BILL 2009-135. (O’Neal) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, on behalf of the City of Springfield, Missouri to enter into an agreement with the Greater Springfield Area Sports Commission and Foundation, Inc. (“Sports Commission”) whereby the City will provide the Sports Commission with a share of the City’s collection fees from the Hotel/Motel Tax to fund the Sports Commission’s efforts to bring regional and national sporting events to the City.
28. COUNCIL BILL 2009-136. (Ibarra) A special ordinance authorizing the Springfield/Branson National Airport Board to sell the Air Park South airport in Ozark, Missouri.
29. UNFINISHED BUSINESS.
30. PETITIONS, REMONSTRANCES, AND COMMUNICATIONS.
31. NEW BUSINESS.
32. The Mayor recommends the following reappointment to the Traffic Advisory Board: Richard Walker with term to expire April 1, 2012.
33. The Mayor recommends the following appointments to the Traffic Advisory Board: Larry Butler and Teddy Fleck with terms to expire April 1, 2012.
34. The Mayor recommends the following appointment to the Tree City USA Advisory Committee: Kay Johnson with term to expire December 1, 2010.
35. The Mayor recommends the following appointments to the Springfield/Greene County Library Board: Kenton DeVries and David Richards with terms to expire July 1, 2012.
36. MISCELLANEOUS.
37. CONSENT AGENDA – FIRST READING BILLS. SEE ITEM # 3.
38. CONSENT AGENDA – ONE READING BILLS. SEE ITEM # 3.
39. COUNCIL BILL 2009-151. (Ibarra) A resolution declaring it necessary to construct district sanitary sewers in Sanitary Sewer District No. 110 of Section No. 5 in the City of Springfield, Missouri, located in the general vicinity of Missouri Avenue at Woodridge Street and providing for publications and notices.
40. COUNCIL BILL 2009-152. (Compton) A special ordinance accepting the bid of Horgan’s Plumbing in the amount of $95,844.57 for the construction of sanitary sewers in Sanitary Sewer District No. 203 of Section No. 17, located in the vicinity of Melody Lane at Kansas Avenue in the City of Springfield, Missouri; declaring the work to be necessary; stating the intention to pay for all or part of the improvements from the proceeds of bonds; specifying those costs and expenses to be specifically assessed against the properties in the district and the method by which the costs will be apportioned; setting forth the manner of payment, the lien of the assessments and the duration of the lien; setting forth the interest rate to be charged on the tax bills; authorizing the City Manager, or his designee of the City of Springfield, Missouri, to enter into a contract and to approve the bond for said improvement; and authorizing progress payments to be made to the contractor.
41. COUNCIL BILL 2009-153. (O’Neal) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept a grant from the State of Missouri, Division of Workforce Development, for the receipt and use of Workforce Investment Act program funds for Youth Program activities offered through the Missouri Career Center; to amend the budget of the Department of Workforce Development of the City of Springfield, Missouri, for fiscal year 2008-2009, in the amount of $1,159,107.00; and to declare an emergency.
42. COUNCIL BILL 2009-154. (Ibarra) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, on behalf of the City of Springfield, Missouri, to allow Drury University to temporarily close a portion of Summit Avenue and a portion of Central Street from June 29, 2009 through October 2, 2009 to permit use of City rights-of-way for construction activities on the street itself or abutting properties, for the development of the O’Reilly Family Event Center, and to protect the general public health and safety, on terms and conditions acceptable to the City Manager, or his designee, and contingent upon obtaining necessary bonding, insurance and permit, and declaring an emergency.
43. CONSENT AGENDA – SECOND READING BILLS. CITIZENS HAVE SPOKEN. MAY BE VOTED ON.
44. COUNCIL BILL 2009-139. (Rushefsky) A special ordinance authorizing the Director of Planning and Development to accept the public streets and easements to the City of Springfield as shown on the Preliminary Plat Renewal of North Creek Industrial Park 1st Addition Phase 2, generally located at East Jean Street and North Packer Road, upon the applicant filing and recording a final plat that substantially conforms to the preliminary plat; and authorizing the City Clerk to sign the final plat upon compliance with the terms of this ordinance. (Planning and Zoning Commission has approved the Preliminary Plat. Both Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommend that City Council accept the public streets and easements.)
45. COUNCIL BILL 2009-140. (Compton) A special ordinance authorizing the Director of Planning and Development to accept the easements to the City of Springfield as shown on the Preliminary Plat of Kickapoo Prairie Place, generally located on the east side of the 4000 block of South Fairview Avenue, upon the applicant filing and recording a final plat that substantially conforms to the preliminary plat; and authorizing the City Clerk to sign the final plat upon compliance with the terms of this ordinance. (Planning and Zoning Commission has approved the Preliminary Plat. Both Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommend that City Council accept the easements.)
46. COUNCIL BILL 2009-141. (Ibarra) A general ordinance amending Chapter 106 of the Springfield City Code, Traffic and Vehicles, by adding a new section authorizing the traffic engineer of the city to permit annual closure of portions of Commercial Street, Robberson Avenue, Court Street, Campbell Avenue, Pacific Street and Boonville Avenue on one Saturday in the month of July for the Queen City Twilight Criterium bicycle race, subject to conditions as set forth in the ordinance.
47. COUNCIL BILL 2009-142. (Compton) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, on behalf of the City of Springfield to enter into an interlocal governmental agreement with the City of Republic for the treatment of sewerage and the use of sanitary sewers.
* * * * END OF CONSENT AGENDAS * * * *
48. ADJOURN.
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Louise Whall
Director of Public Information
City of Springfield, Missouri
(417) 864-1010
Please note my new e-mail address: lwhall@springfieldmo.gov
June 15, 2009
7:00 p.m.
SPEAKERS MUST SIGN UP WITH THE CITY CLERK TO SPEAK TO AN ISSUE ON THE AGENDA.
SPEAKERS ARE TO LIMIT THEIR REMARKS TO FIVE MINUTES.
Note: Sponsorship does not denote Council member approval or support.
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1. ROLL CALL.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. – June 1, 2009 and June 9, 2009.
3. FINALIZATION AND APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDAS. CITIZENS WISHING TO SPEAK TO OR REMOVE ITEMS FROM THE CONSENT AGENDAS MUST DO SO AT THIS TIME.
4. CEREMONIAL MATTERS.
5. RESPONSES TO QUESTIONS RAISED AT THE JUNE 1, 2009 AND JUNE 9, 2009 MEETINGS AND CITY MANAGER’S REPORT.
6. COUNCIL BILLS FOR PUBLIC HEARING. CITIZENS MAY SPEAK. NOT ANTICIPATED TO BE VOTED ON.
7. COUNCIL BILL 2009-148. (Chiles, Burlison, Compton, & Rush) A general ordinance amending the Fee Schedule for certain municipal services as provided in the Springfield City Code, by making such adjustments as provided in the attached Evaluation of Charges for Municipal Services and by adopting new fees for certain city services, in order to recover all or part of the cost thereof and declaring an emergency. (The Finance Committee recommends approval.)
8. FIRST READING BILLS. CITIZENS MAY SPEAK. NOT ANTICIPATED TO BE VOTED ON.
9. COUNCIL BILL 2009-149. (O’Neal) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager or his designee, to accept the donation of funds from Blue Noodle LLC d/b/a Metropolitan Grill for the benefit of the Springfield Police Officers’ and Fire Fighters’ Retirement System.
10. RESOLUTIONS. CITIZENS MAY SPEAK. MAY BE VOTED ON.
11. EMERGENCY BILLS.
12. COUNCIL BILL 2009-150. (O’Neal) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager or his designee to apply for and accept on behalf of the Mayor’s Commission for Children, a grant from the United States Department of Education, Office of Innovation and Improvement, for the Ready to Learn Project; and declaring an emergency.
13. PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS.
14. GRANTS.
15. AMENDED BILLS.
16. SECOND READING AND FINAL PASSAGE. CITIZENS HAVE SPOKEN. MAY BE VOTED ON.
17. AMENDED COUNCIL BILL 2009-110. (Chiles) A special ordinance adopting a budget for the City of Springfield, Missouri, for the fiscal year July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010 and providing that certain amounts shown in the budget document are appropriated for the various departments specified in said budget, and declaring an emergency.
18. COUNCIL BILL 2009-111. (Chiles) A special ordinance setting a preliminary levy tax on real and personal property for current expenses and debt retirement of the City of Springfield, Missouri, its boards and agencies, for the fiscal year 2009-2010, and declaring an emergency.
19. COUNCIL BILL 2009-126. (Bailes) A general ordinance amending the Springfield Land Development Code, Section 1-1600, Zoning Maps, by rezoning approximately one (1) acre of land generally located at 3830 South Lone Pine Avenue, more particularly described in this ordinance, from a LB, Limited Business District to a GR, General Retail District. (Both Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommend approval.) (By: Samuel Watts; 3830 S. Lone Pine Avenue; Z-10-2009.)
20. COUNCIL BILL 2009-127. (Compton) A general ordinance amending the Springfield Land Development Code, Section 1-1600, Zoning Maps, by rezoning approximately 1.18 acres of land generally located at the 200 block of West Sunset Street, from GR, General Retail with Conditional Overlay District #26 to Planned Development District Number 331 to allow an existing nonconforming detached sign to remain, allow development activity to occur in conformance with the Zoning Ordinance and provide enforcement provisions for the removal of the sign on or before September 31, 2025. (Both Planning and Zoning Commission and Staff recommend approval.) (By: Empire Mortgage Co. Inc; 200 Block W. Sunset Street; Planned Development 331.)
21. COUNCIL BILL 2009-128. (O’Neal) A general ordinance amending the Springfield Land Development Code, Zoning Ordinance, Article I, Division II, Section 2-1100, Definitions, and Division V, Section 5-1200, Temporary Uses, for the purpose of modifying the requirements for temporary promotional activities for large establishments. (Planning and Zoning Commission and Staff recommend approval.)
22. COUNCIL BILL 2009-129. (O’Neal) A special ordinance approving a Petition requesting the formation of The Shoppes at James River Community Improvement District; establishing the District as a political subdivision of the State of Missouri; approving a form of Cooperative Agreement among the City, the CID and other parties named therein; and directing the City Clerk to notify the Missouri Department of Economic Development of the creation of the District.
23. COUNCIL BILL 2009-130. (Ibarra) A special ordinance approving a Petition requesting the formation of the Commercial Street Community Improvement District; establishing the District as a political subdivision of the State of Missouri; and directing the City Clerk to notify the Missouri Department of Economic Development of the creation of the District.
24. COUNCIL BILL 2009-131. (O’Neal) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, on behalf of the City of Springfield, to enter into an agreement to provide planning and administrative services to the Ozark Transportation Organization for the amount of $47,000.00. (Planning Staff recommends approval).
25. COUNCIL BILL 2009-133. (O’Neal) A general ordinance amending Chapter 2, Section 2‑92 of the Springfield City Code, known as the salary ordinance relating to pay grades for various job titles within the City service as contained in the Professional, Administrative and Technical (PAT) and Crafts, Trade and Labor (CTL) pay schedules, by making provision for 9 new job titles and deleting 6 existing job titles; amending Chapter 2, Section 2-91, Merit Rules 17.7, 18.2, 19.4, 21.1 and 22.1 relating benefits to Budgetary Approval.
26. COUNCIL BILL 2009-134. (Compton) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, on behalf of the City of Springfield, to enter into an agreement with the Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau, including the 2009-2010 budget and marketing plan needed to continue the program to encourage tourism and conventions in the City.
27. COUNCIL BILL 2009-135. (O’Neal) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, on behalf of the City of Springfield, Missouri to enter into an agreement with the Greater Springfield Area Sports Commission and Foundation, Inc. (“Sports Commission”) whereby the City will provide the Sports Commission with a share of the City’s collection fees from the Hotel/Motel Tax to fund the Sports Commission’s efforts to bring regional and national sporting events to the City.
28. COUNCIL BILL 2009-136. (Ibarra) A special ordinance authorizing the Springfield/Branson National Airport Board to sell the Air Park South airport in Ozark, Missouri.
29. UNFINISHED BUSINESS.
30. PETITIONS, REMONSTRANCES, AND COMMUNICATIONS.
31. NEW BUSINESS.
32. The Mayor recommends the following reappointment to the Traffic Advisory Board: Richard Walker with term to expire April 1, 2012.
33. The Mayor recommends the following appointments to the Traffic Advisory Board: Larry Butler and Teddy Fleck with terms to expire April 1, 2012.
34. The Mayor recommends the following appointment to the Tree City USA Advisory Committee: Kay Johnson with term to expire December 1, 2010.
35. The Mayor recommends the following appointments to the Springfield/Greene County Library Board: Kenton DeVries and David Richards with terms to expire July 1, 2012.
36. MISCELLANEOUS.
37. CONSENT AGENDA – FIRST READING BILLS. SEE ITEM # 3.
38. CONSENT AGENDA – ONE READING BILLS. SEE ITEM # 3.
39. COUNCIL BILL 2009-151. (Ibarra) A resolution declaring it necessary to construct district sanitary sewers in Sanitary Sewer District No. 110 of Section No. 5 in the City of Springfield, Missouri, located in the general vicinity of Missouri Avenue at Woodridge Street and providing for publications and notices.
40. COUNCIL BILL 2009-152. (Compton) A special ordinance accepting the bid of Horgan’s Plumbing in the amount of $95,844.57 for the construction of sanitary sewers in Sanitary Sewer District No. 203 of Section No. 17, located in the vicinity of Melody Lane at Kansas Avenue in the City of Springfield, Missouri; declaring the work to be necessary; stating the intention to pay for all or part of the improvements from the proceeds of bonds; specifying those costs and expenses to be specifically assessed against the properties in the district and the method by which the costs will be apportioned; setting forth the manner of payment, the lien of the assessments and the duration of the lien; setting forth the interest rate to be charged on the tax bills; authorizing the City Manager, or his designee of the City of Springfield, Missouri, to enter into a contract and to approve the bond for said improvement; and authorizing progress payments to be made to the contractor.
41. COUNCIL BILL 2009-153. (O’Neal) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager to accept a grant from the State of Missouri, Division of Workforce Development, for the receipt and use of Workforce Investment Act program funds for Youth Program activities offered through the Missouri Career Center; to amend the budget of the Department of Workforce Development of the City of Springfield, Missouri, for fiscal year 2008-2009, in the amount of $1,159,107.00; and to declare an emergency.
42. COUNCIL BILL 2009-154. (Ibarra) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, on behalf of the City of Springfield, Missouri, to allow Drury University to temporarily close a portion of Summit Avenue and a portion of Central Street from June 29, 2009 through October 2, 2009 to permit use of City rights-of-way for construction activities on the street itself or abutting properties, for the development of the O’Reilly Family Event Center, and to protect the general public health and safety, on terms and conditions acceptable to the City Manager, or his designee, and contingent upon obtaining necessary bonding, insurance and permit, and declaring an emergency.
43. CONSENT AGENDA – SECOND READING BILLS. CITIZENS HAVE SPOKEN. MAY BE VOTED ON.
44. COUNCIL BILL 2009-139. (Rushefsky) A special ordinance authorizing the Director of Planning and Development to accept the public streets and easements to the City of Springfield as shown on the Preliminary Plat Renewal of North Creek Industrial Park 1st Addition Phase 2, generally located at East Jean Street and North Packer Road, upon the applicant filing and recording a final plat that substantially conforms to the preliminary plat; and authorizing the City Clerk to sign the final plat upon compliance with the terms of this ordinance. (Planning and Zoning Commission has approved the Preliminary Plat. Both Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommend that City Council accept the public streets and easements.)
45. COUNCIL BILL 2009-140. (Compton) A special ordinance authorizing the Director of Planning and Development to accept the easements to the City of Springfield as shown on the Preliminary Plat of Kickapoo Prairie Place, generally located on the east side of the 4000 block of South Fairview Avenue, upon the applicant filing and recording a final plat that substantially conforms to the preliminary plat; and authorizing the City Clerk to sign the final plat upon compliance with the terms of this ordinance. (Planning and Zoning Commission has approved the Preliminary Plat. Both Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommend that City Council accept the easements.)
46. COUNCIL BILL 2009-141. (Ibarra) A general ordinance amending Chapter 106 of the Springfield City Code, Traffic and Vehicles, by adding a new section authorizing the traffic engineer of the city to permit annual closure of portions of Commercial Street, Robberson Avenue, Court Street, Campbell Avenue, Pacific Street and Boonville Avenue on one Saturday in the month of July for the Queen City Twilight Criterium bicycle race, subject to conditions as set forth in the ordinance.
47. COUNCIL BILL 2009-142. (Compton) A special ordinance authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, on behalf of the City of Springfield to enter into an interlocal governmental agreement with the City of Republic for the treatment of sewerage and the use of sanitary sewers.
* * * * END OF CONSENT AGENDAS * * * *
48. ADJOURN.
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Louise Whall
Director of Public Information
City of Springfield, Missouri
(417) 864-1010
Please note my new e-mail address: lwhall@springfieldmo.gov
Tuesday, June 09, 2009
I don't believe it!!!
From: "Whall, Louise"
To: "Whall, Louise"
Date: Tue, 9 Jun 2009 16:57:38 -0500
Subject: News Release/Special City Council meeting cancelled
June 9, 2009
News Release
For Immediate Release
Mayor Jim O'Neal said the special City Council meeting scheduled for 6 p.m., Wednesday to hear public input on City Utilities' proposed use of eminent domain for its new bus-transfer facility has been cancelled.
City Utilities informed City staff late this afternoon that it is withdrawing its motion in Federal Bankruptcy Court to lift the stay on the St. Louis Street property proposed for the bus-transfer facility. CU also has asked that its request to acquire that property be tabled at Thursday night's Planning & Zoning Commission meeting.
City Utilities presented information about its three-year site-selection process to the City Council in a special meeting today. Following the open presentation, the Council and CU representatives met in closed session under the Missouri Sunshine Law exemption for real-estate negotiations.
The Council did not take any votes in closed session, which was adjourned at 2:30 p.m.
For more information, contact: Mayor Jim O'Neal, 881-1843.
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Louise Whall
Director of Public Information
City of Springfield, Missouri
(417) 864-1010
To: "Whall, Louise"
Date: Tue, 9 Jun 2009 16:57:38 -0500
Subject: News Release/Special City Council meeting cancelled
June 9, 2009
News Release
For Immediate Release
Mayor Jim O'Neal said the special City Council meeting scheduled for 6 p.m., Wednesday to hear public input on City Utilities' proposed use of eminent domain for its new bus-transfer facility has been cancelled.
City Utilities informed City staff late this afternoon that it is withdrawing its motion in Federal Bankruptcy Court to lift the stay on the St. Louis Street property proposed for the bus-transfer facility. CU also has asked that its request to acquire that property be tabled at Thursday night's Planning & Zoning Commission meeting.
City Utilities presented information about its three-year site-selection process to the City Council in a special meeting today. Following the open presentation, the Council and CU representatives met in closed session under the Missouri Sunshine Law exemption for real-estate negotiations.
The Council did not take any votes in closed session, which was adjourned at 2:30 p.m.
For more information, contact: Mayor Jim O'Neal, 881-1843.
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Louise Whall
Director of Public Information
City of Springfield, Missouri
(417) 864-1010
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
KSGF Line Up
Starting Monday, May 4, 2009!
6 am - 9 am The Vincent David Jericho Radio Program
9 am - 11 am Neal Boortz
11am - 1 pm Glenn Beck
1 pm - 2 pm Clarke Howard
2 pm - 5 pm Sean Hannity
5 pm - 6 pm The Late Afternoon Show with Randy Raley
6 pm - 9 pm Mark Levin
9 pm - Mid The Savage nation with Michael Savage
Mid - 5 am The Midnight Radio Network
5 am - 6 am The Best of Vincent David Jericho
6 am - 9 am The Vincent David Jericho Radio Program
9 am - 11 am Neal Boortz
11am - 1 pm Glenn Beck
1 pm - 2 pm Clarke Howard
2 pm - 5 pm Sean Hannity
5 pm - 6 pm The Late Afternoon Show with Randy Raley
6 pm - 9 pm Mark Levin
9 pm - Mid The Savage nation with Michael Savage
Mid - 5 am The Midnight Radio Network
5 am - 6 am The Best of Vincent David Jericho
Monday, April 27, 2009
Fair Tax Update
This was just sent to me:
Dear Vince,
As you know, MO HJR 36 has passed the MO house and is headed for the MO Senate this week. The bill is scheduled to be heard Wednesday, April 29 at noon in the Senate Ways and Means Committee. This is a key time for your listeners to participate in the legislative process. We are asking people, if at all possible, to spend the day in Jefferson City lobbying in support of the MO FairTax (MO HJR 36).
Tentative Schedule:
12:00 noon - Senate Ways & Means committee hearing - MO State Capitol - Hearing Room TBA
1:00 - 5:00 pm - BRIEF personal calls of support to your State Senator
5:00 or 6:00 pm - FairTax Rally at the Capitol - Location TBA
People who cannot travel to Jefferson City can help by contacting the following members of the Ways & Means Committee and their personal Senator:
In your listening area, we need special help with:
Gary Nodler R-32 @ (573) 751-2306 or Gary.Nodler@senate.mo.gov
Dan Clemons R-20 @ 573.751.4008 or Dan_Clemons@senate.mo.gov
Norma Champion R-30 @ 573.751.2583 or http://www.senate.mo.gov/webmail/mail_form.aspx
Chuck Purgason R-33 @ 573.751.1882 or http://www.senate.mo.gov/webmail/mail_form.aspx
W & M Committee members:
Jim Lembke, R-1 (573) 751-2315 or Jim.Lembke@senate.mo.gov
Matt Bartle, R-8 (573) 751-1464 or Matt_Bartle@ senate.mo.gov
Brad Lager, R-12 (573) 751-1415 or Brad.Lager@senate.mo.gov
Chuck Purgason, R-33 (573) 751-1882 or Chuck.Purgason@senate.mo.gov
Eric Schmitt, R-15 (573) 751-2853 or Eric.Schmitt@senate.mo.gov
Joan Bray, D-24 (573) 751-2514 or Joan.Bray@senate.mo.gov
Robin Wright-Jones, D-5 (573) 751-2606 or Robin.Wright-Jones@senate.mo.gov
If you could announce the calls to personal senators on the air and post this information on your web site, it would be greatly appreciated. This situation is fluid and DEVELOPING. It could change on short notice. We will keep you informed...
The bill can be read at:
http://www.house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills091/billpdf/perf/HJR0036P.PDF
If you want to talk about the bill's progress on the air, please contact me.
Best Regards,
John Putnam
Co-State Director, MO FairTax.org
Background:
MO HJR 36 has passed the MO House and will be heard in the Senate Ways & Means Committee (currently promised for Wed at 12 noon but subject to change at the Chairman's discretion). Opposing groups have misconstrued the facts of the bill claiming it will raise the current MO state sales tax from 4.225% to 9%. In reality, it will raise the sales tax from the current rate TO 5.11% NOT BY 5.11%. Liberal advocates of the progressive income tax are calling for people to show up en mass to protest this bill and prevent its passage in the MO Senate. If passed in the Senate, the MO FairTax (the first state bill modeled after the national FairTax bill [HR-25] including a prebate resulting in a totally untaxed low-wage earner) will go straight to a referendum by the people without need for the Governor's approval. It would be on the ballot in Aug or Nov 2010 (probably Nov) and be effective in 2012 if it passes a vote of the people.
The biggest significance of this issue is that, if passed, MO could be the incubator for proving that the FairTax works and offers to be an economic magnet to business. Once the FairTax's validity is established in time, instead of theory, the path would be paved for other states and eventually the federal government to switch to this economic model.
Dear Vince,
As you know, MO HJR 36 has passed the MO house and is headed for the MO Senate this week. The bill is scheduled to be heard Wednesday, April 29 at noon in the Senate Ways and Means Committee. This is a key time for your listeners to participate in the legislative process. We are asking people, if at all possible, to spend the day in Jefferson City lobbying in support of the MO FairTax (MO HJR 36).
Tentative Schedule:
12:00 noon - Senate Ways & Means committee hearing - MO State Capitol - Hearing Room TBA
1:00 - 5:00 pm - BRIEF personal calls of support to your State Senator
5:00 or 6:00 pm - FairTax Rally at the Capitol - Location TBA
People who cannot travel to Jefferson City can help by contacting the following members of the Ways & Means Committee and their personal Senator:
In your listening area, we need special help with:
Gary Nodler R-32 @ (573) 751-2306 or Gary.Nodler@senate.mo.gov
Dan Clemons R-20 @ 573.751.4008 or Dan_Clemons@senate.mo.gov
Norma Champion R-30 @ 573.751.2583 or http://www.senate.mo.gov/webmail/mail_form.aspx
Chuck Purgason R-33 @ 573.751.1882 or http://www.senate.mo.gov/webmail/mail_form.aspx
W & M Committee members:
Jim Lembke, R-1 (573) 751-2315 or Jim.Lembke@senate.mo.gov
Matt Bartle, R-8 (573) 751-1464 or Matt_Bartle@ senate.mo.gov
Brad Lager, R-12 (573) 751-1415 or Brad.Lager@senate.mo.gov
Chuck Purgason, R-33 (573) 751-1882 or Chuck.Purgason@senate.mo.gov
Eric Schmitt, R-15 (573) 751-2853 or Eric.Schmitt@senate.mo.gov
Joan Bray, D-24 (573) 751-2514 or Joan.Bray@senate.mo.gov
Robin Wright-Jones, D-5 (573) 751-2606 or Robin.Wright-Jones@senate.mo.gov
If you could announce the calls to personal senators on the air and post this information on your web site, it would be greatly appreciated. This situation is fluid and DEVELOPING. It could change on short notice. We will keep you informed...
The bill can be read at:
http://www.house.mo.gov/billtracking/bills091/billpdf/perf/HJR0036P.PDF
If you want to talk about the bill's progress on the air, please contact me.
Best Regards,
John Putnam
Co-State Director, MO FairTax.org
Background:
MO HJR 36 has passed the MO House and will be heard in the Senate Ways & Means Committee (currently promised for Wed at 12 noon but subject to change at the Chairman's discretion). Opposing groups have misconstrued the facts of the bill claiming it will raise the current MO state sales tax from 4.225% to 9%. In reality, it will raise the sales tax from the current rate TO 5.11% NOT BY 5.11%. Liberal advocates of the progressive income tax are calling for people to show up en mass to protest this bill and prevent its passage in the MO Senate. If passed in the Senate, the MO FairTax (the first state bill modeled after the national FairTax bill [HR-25] including a prebate resulting in a totally untaxed low-wage earner) will go straight to a referendum by the people without need for the Governor's approval. It would be on the ballot in Aug or Nov 2010 (probably Nov) and be effective in 2012 if it passes a vote of the people.
The biggest significance of this issue is that, if passed, MO could be the incubator for proving that the FairTax works and offers to be an economic magnet to business. Once the FairTax's validity is established in time, instead of theory, the path would be paved for other states and eventually the federal government to switch to this economic model.
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