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Summary of Minutes
March 21, 2023 - 6:00 PM
Iowa City City Council formal meeting, held at City Hall - Emma J. Harvat Hall, 410 E.
Washington St. Mayor Teague presiding. Council members present: Alter, Bergus,
Dunn, Harmsen, Taylor, Teague, Thomas. Staff members present: Fruin, Kilburg, Goers,
Fruehling, Platz, Knoche, Havel, Davies, Ogden, Clark. USG: Zeimet, LeFevre.
1. Call to Order
2. Proclamations
2.a Transgender Day of Visibility
On behalf of Iowa City Pride, Luck Markstone, and United Action for Youth
(UAY), Harry Winter Epstein, accepting.
3. Consent Calendar- Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections,
as recommended by the City Clerk)
3.a Work Session Minutes: March 7
3.b Formal Summary of Minutes: March 7
4. Consent Calendar - Receive and File Minutes
4.a Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission: February 2
4.b Climate Action Commission: February 6
4.c Community Police Review Board: February 14 [See Recommendation]
5. Consent Calendar- Permit Motions and Resolution (as recommended by the
City Clerk)
5.a Liquor License - New
1. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Cafe Taim LLC, dba Cortado, 26 S.
Clinton St.
2. Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for Thai Spice Inc., dba MK
Spice Noodle House, 725 Mormon Trek Blvd.
3. Class E Retail Alcohol License for Crown Liquor LLC, dba Crown
Liquor & Smoke, 19 Hwy 1 W.
4. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Uncommon Provisions LLC, dba
Wild Culture Kombucha, 210 N. Linn St.
5. Class E Retail Alcohol License for Casey's Marketing Company,
dba Casey's 4367, 2410 Mormon Trek Blvd.
6. Class E Retail Alcohol License for Casey's Marketing Company,
dba Casey's 4369, 206 E. Benton St.
7. Class E Retail Alcohol License for Casey's Marketing Company, dba
Goodstop By Casey's #4366, 525 Highway 1 W.
8. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Bread & Circuses, Inc., dba
Harry's Bar & Grill, 116 E. Washington St.
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5.b Liquor License - Renewal
1. Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for Onnuri Group, Inc., dba Onnuri
Korean BBQ, 624 S. Gilbert St.
2. Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for Acapulco Inc., dba
Acapulco Groceries, 1937 Keokuk St.
3. Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for Kantaphone, Chansy, dba
Thai Spice, 1210 S. Gilbert St.
4. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Aramark Sports and Entertainment
Services, LLC, dba Aramark, 105 1st Ave.
5.c New Cigarette Permit
1. Resolution to issue Cigarette Permit to Mimi LLC, dba Up In Smoke
Broadway, 1901 Broadway St. (Resolution 23-69)
6. Consent Calendar- Resolutions and Motions
6.a Resolution approving agreement by and between Two Tone, Inc. DBA
Bluebird Diner and the City of Iowa City. (Resolution 23-70)
6.b Resolution approving agreement by and between Neumann Monson
Architects and the City of Iowa City. (Resolution 23-71)
6.c Resolution amending the budgeted positions in the Neighborhood Services
Division of the Neighborhood and Development Services. Department and the
AFSCME pay plan by adding one full-time Public Housing Technician
position, grade 12. (Resolution 23-72)
6.d Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the
City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the 2023 Park Renovations
Project. (Resolution 23-73)
6.e Resolution accepting use of Iowa Code Section 453A.22(3) affirmative
defense to tobacco civil penalty by Deli Mart#3. (Resolution 23-74)
6.f Resolution accepting use of Section 453A.22(3) affirmative defense to
tobacco civil penalty by Hy-Vee Food Store #2. (Resolution 23-75)
6.g Resolution accepting payment of$1500.00 civil penalty and waiver of right
to hearing from Almost Paradise. (Resolution 23-76)
6.h Resolution accepting payment of$1500.00 civil penalty and waiver of right to
hearing from Casey's General Store #2761. (Resolution 23-77)
6.i Resolution accepting payment of$300.00 civil penalty and waiver of right to
hearing from City Liquor. (Resolution 23-78)
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6.j Resolution accepting payment of$ 1500.00 civil penalty and waiver of right
to hearing from Hawkeye Smoke and Liquor. (Resolution 23-79)
6.k Resolution accepting payment of$1500.00 civil penalty and waiver of right
to hearing from Iowa City Fast Break. (Resolution 23-80)
6.1 Resolution accepting payment of$300.00 civil penalty and waiver of right to
hearing from Kings Mart#50. (Resolution 23-81)
6.m Resolution accepting payment of$300.00 civil penalty and waiver of right to
hearing from Hy-Vee Gas #3. (Resolution 23-82)
7. Consent Calendar- Setting Public Hearings
7.a Motion setting public hearing for April 4, 2023 on an ordinance rezoning
approximately 13.00 acres located within the JJR Davis Second Addition and
JJR Davis Fourth Addition Subdivisions from Commercial Office Zone (CO-1)
to Intensive Commercial Zone (CI-1) (REZ23-0002).
7.b Resolution setting a public hearing on April 4, 2023 on amending the
Fiscal Year 2023 Operating Budget. (Resolution 23-83)
7.c Resolution setting a public hearing on April 4, 2023 to discuss the proposed
Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget, the proposed three-year Financial Plan for
Fiscal Year 2023 - Fiscal Year 2025, and the five-year Capital Improvement
Plan 2023 - 2027. (Resolution 23-84)
7.d Resolution setting a public hearing for April 4, 2023 to consider the vacation
and conveyance of approximately 5,129 square feet of the Grand Avenue
Court right-of-way to the Board of Regents State of Iowa for the Use & Benefit
of the University of Iowa. (VAC23-00001) (Resolution 23-85)
7.e Resolution setting a public hearing on April 4, 2023 on project manual and
estimate of cost for the construction of the Riverside Drive Pedestrian
Improvements Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing,
and directing the City Engineer to place said project manual on file for
public inspection. (Resolution 23-86)
7.f Resolution setting a public hearing on April 4, 2023 on project manual and
estimate of cost for the construction of the 2023 Water Pavement Patching
Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and directing
the City Engineer to place said project manual on file for public inspection.
(Resolution 23-87)
8. Consent Calendar- Correspondence
8.a Establishment of a Parking Prohibition on Heinz Road, north of Highway 6
End of Consent Calendar
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Motion to approve Consent Calendar, items 3 - 8. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by
Andrew Dunn. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept Correspondence for items 7.a (David Schapira, Jane Driscoll x3, Emily
Droll, Linda Holmes Dallman, Jacquolyn Clingan, Leta McCabe, Janet Dane, Diane
Thayer and 7.c (Matt Drabek). Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by Laura Bergus. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
9. Community Comment [items not on the agenda (until 7 PM)]
The following individuals appeared: Brandon Ross, Amy Kretkowski, John Downer.
10. Planning & Zoning Matters
10.aOrdinance conditionally rezoning approximately 3.87 acres of property
located south of the N. Dodge St and N. Scott Blvd. intersection
from Commercial Office Zone (CO-1) to Community Commercial Zone with a
Planned Development Overlay (OPD/CC-2) for approximately 2.04 acres and
to Low Density Multi Family Residential with a.Planned Development Overlay
(OPD/RM-12) for approximately 1.83 acres (REZ22-0016). (Pass & Adopt)
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 23-4898. Moved by John Thomas, seconded by
Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11. Regular Formal Agenda
11.a Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the
construction of the Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym Exterior
Accessibility and Lighting Improvements Project, establishing amount of bid
security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to post notice to bidders,
and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
Senior Engineer Clark presented a PowerPoint. Individual Council members
expressed their views. City Manager Fruin provided additional information.
Motion to approve Resolution 23 -88. Moved by Shawn Harmsen, seconded
by Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11.b Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action for the issuance
of not to exceed $7,610,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City of Iowa City,
State of Iowa (for essential corporate purposes) .
Finance Director Davies presented a PowerPoint for items 11.b through 11.f.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 23-89. Moved by John Thomas, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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11.c Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action for the issuance of
not to exceed $700,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City of Iowa City, State
of Iowa (for general corporate purposes).
Motion to approve Resolution 23-90. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11.d Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action for the issuance of
not to exceed $700,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City of Iowa City, State
of Iowa (for general corporate purposes).
Motion to approve Resolution 23-91. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Shawn
Harmsen. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11.e Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action for the issuance of
not to exceed $700,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City of Iowa City, State
of Iowa (for general corporate purposes).
Individual Council members expressed their views. City Attorney Goers provided
additional information.
Motion to approve Resolution 23-92. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by Andrew
Dunn. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11.f Resolution authorizing the issuance of$9,710,000 General Obligation bonds,
series 2023, and levying a tax for the payment thereof.
Motion to approve Resolution 23-93. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11.g Resolution approving preliminary funding recommendations under the
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)-funded Non-Profit Capacity Building
Capital Grant Program.
Assistant City Manager Kilburg presented information. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 23-94. Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded by Megan
Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11.h Resolution Adopting the Racial Equity and Social Justice Grant Allocations
for Fiscal Year 2023.
Motion to defer to April 4, 2023. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Megan Alter.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
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12. Council Appointments
12.a Civil Service Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - April 6, 2026. (Ann Rhodes resigned)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Ashley Jennings. Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
13. Announcement of Vacancies - New
13.a Senior Center Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - December 31, 2023. (Theresa Messlein resigned)
Correspondence included in Council packet.
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 25th, 2023.
Motion to accept Correspondence from Theresa Messlein. Moved by Laura Bergus,
seconded by Pauline Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
14. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
14.a Parks & Recreation Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - December 31, 2024. (Christopher Odinet resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 11, 2023.
Historic Preservation Commission (E. College St.) - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term, upon appointment - June 30, 2024. (Cole Eckhardt
Resigned)
Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St.) - One vacancy to fill a three-
year term, July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025 (formerly advertised as unexpired term -
- Lyndi Kiple resigned).
Historic Preservation Commission (Woodlawn Ave.) - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term, upon appointment - June 30, 2024. (Kevin Larson resigned)
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
15. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming
meetings, community events, and items of interest.
16. Report on Items from City Staff
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17. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 6:51 pm. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by Megan Alter.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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Item Number: 3.a.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
March 21 , 2023
Work Session Minutes: March 7
Attachments: Work Session Minutes: March 7
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
- '° �� MEMORANDUM
Date: March 8, 2023
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, March 7, 2023 — 4:00 p.m. at City Hall in Emma J Harvat Hall
Council: Alter, Bergus, Dunn, Harmsen, Taylor, Teague
Staff: Fruin, Jones, Kilburg, Goers, Fruehling, Platz, McMahon, Sharif, Havel, Knoche, Sovers,
Hightshoe, Davies, Ogden, Fleagle
USG: Zeimet, LeFevre
(A transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.)
1. Johnson County Childcare wage supplement program presentation (strategic plan action:
Enhance Access to affordable childcare for all populations through innovative partnerships with
higher education, non-profits and the business community)
Jennifer Banta, President of United Way of Johnson &Washington Counties gave a PowerPoint
presentation and brief introduction on the history of this program.
➢ Child Care Wage Enhancement Program
➢ Child Care Solution Coalition
Lynette Jacoby, Social Services Director at Johnson County continued the presentation and
discussed:
➢ What the Data Shows
➢ The Cost of Child Care
➢ Surveying Centers
Laurie Nash, Youth & Family Services Manager at Johnson County continued the presentation and
discussed:
➢ Survey of Child Care Centers
➢ Licensed Center Capacity
➢ Filled Slots
➢ Wait Lists
➢ Shortages
➢ Capacity— Staff Impact
➢ Shortage — Staff Impact
➢ Wages
➢ Wages — Raises/Increase
➢ Tuition
➢ Iowa State Child Care Assistance Reimbursement rates
➢ State Child Care Assistance
Missie Forbes, Executive Director at 4Cs of Johnson County continued the presentation and
discussed Solutions:
➢ Solutions? Johnson County Childcare Wage Enhancement Program
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➢ Wage Enhancement Program will provide a $2/hour wage increase to eligible child
care professionals.
➢ Who Qualifies — Centers
➢ Who Qualifies — Child Care Professionals
Shelly Maharry, President and CEO of Community Foundation of Johnson County continued the
presentation and discussed how the collaboration works
➢ How the Collaboration Works
Cady Gerlach, Executive Director Better Together 2030 continued the presentation and discussed:
➢ Childcare Coalition Charitable Giving Fund — Better Together 2030
➢ Private Fundraising — Employers
➢ Cost of Program— Estimated
➢ Financial Stability & Future Planning
Jennifer Banta wrapped up presentation discussion:
➢ Impact of Investment into Child Care Solutions Fund
Banta answered questions from Council and provided additional information. City Manager Fruin
provided additional information.
Action: Staff will begin to prepare a $750,000 agreement for funding the wage supplement program
(ARPA). The goal will be to have the agreement ready for an April City Council meeting, pending
further deliberation and direction from the City Council.
The March 21 work session will include an item to allow for City Council to discuss both the wage
supplement program and the ICCSD pre-school proposal.
2. Strategic Plan Action: Revamp the neighborhood PIN grant program and evaluate
discretionary funding for district/neighborhood grassroots projects
City Manager Fruin highlighted the memo (IP3) distributed in the 3/2 information packet (Memo
from Communications Coordinator and Outreach & Engagement Specialist- Neighborhood PIN
Grants) Communications Coordinator McMahon provided information on how they plan on rolling
out information to neighborhoods and discussed surveying neighborhood members. Outreach &
Engagement Specialist Sharif provided additional information. McMahon and Sharif answered
questions from Council. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Action: Staff will move forward with the implementation of the revised PIN grant program
3. Clarification of Agenda Items
No discussion.
4. Information Packet Discussion rFebruary 23, March 21
➢ February 23 — No discussion
➢ March 2 -
1. (IP5 — Memo from Deputy City Manager: Request for Statements of Interest for
Inclusive Economic Development Support and Underestimated Businesses and
Entrepreneurs) City Manager Fruin started discussion and provided background
information. Deputy City Manager Jones outlined the two types of proposals
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expected. City Manager Fruin provided additional information. Individual Council
members expressed their views.
Action: Staff will work with on the formal issuance or the Underestimated Business
ARPA grant program. The missing word 'not' will be added to the document and
consideration will be given to dissemination channels, as well as techniques for
reaching non-English speaking residents. The Council will determine one or two
appointees to the review committee at the March 21 meeting.
5. University of Iowa Student Government(USG) Updates.
Keaton Zeimet, USG Liaison and Noah LeFevre, USG Alternate Liaison, presented USG Updates.
6. Council updates on assigned boards, commissions, and committees
Council provided updates during regular formal meeting.
Adjourn 5:46 p.m.
Item Number: 3.b.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
March 21 , 2023
Formal Summary of Minutes: March 7
Attachments: Formal Summary of Minutes: March 7
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office 356-5041
Summary of Minutes
March 7, 2023 - 6:00 PM
Iowa City City Council formal meeting, held at City Hall - Emma J. Harvat Hall, 410 E.
Washington St. Mayor Teague presiding. Council members present: Alter, Bergus,
Dunn, Harmsen, Taylor, Teague. Council members absent: Thomas. Staff members
present: Fruin, Jones, Kilburg, Goers, Fruehling, Platz, Hightshoe, Sitzman, Knoche,
Havel, Sovers, Olsen. USG: Zeimet, LeFevre.
1. Call to Order
2. Consent Calendar - Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections,
as recommended by the City Clerk)
2.a Work Session Minutes: February 21
2.b Formal Summary of Minutes: February 21
3. Consent Calendar - Receive and File
Minutes 3.a Airport Commission: January 19
3.b Civil Service Commission: February 24
3.c Climate Action Commission: January 9
3.d Housing and Community Development Commission: January 19
[See Recommendations]
3.e Human Rights Commission: January 24
3.f Library Board of Trustees: January 26
4. Consent Calendar - Permit Motions and Resolution (as recommended by the
City Clerk)
4.a Liquor License — Renewal
1. Class E Retail Alcohol License for Hawkeye Star 1 Inc., dba Kirkwood
Liquor and Tobacco, 300 Kirkwood Ave.
2. Class E Retail Alcohol License for Kwik Trip, Inc., dba Kwik Spirits
#537, 923 S. Riverside Dr.
4.b New Cigarette Permit (Resolution 23-54)
1. Resolution to issue Cigarette Permit to Casey's General Stores, Inc., dba
Casey's #4369, 206 E. Benton St.
2. Resolution to issue Cigarette Permit to Casey's General Stores, Inc.,
dba Casey's #4367, 2410 Mormon Trek Blvd.
3. Resolution to issue Cigarette Permit to Casey's General Stores, Inc.,
dba Goodstop By Casey's #4366, 525 Highway 1 W.
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4. Resolution to issue Cigarette Permit to Mini Paradise, dba Mini
Paradise, 341 S. Linn St.
5. Resolution to issue Cigarette Permit to Crown Liquor, LLC, dba
Crown Liquor & Smoke, 19 Hwy 1 W.
5. Consent Calendar - Resolutions and Motions
5.a Resolution establishing a schedule of rates and charges for Oakland Cemetery
and rescinding Resolution No. 16-53. (Resolution 23-55)
5.b Resolution accepting the work for the Rochester Avenue Electrical Conversion
Project. (Resolution 23-56)
5.c Resolution approving, authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute and the
City Clerk to attest an Agreement by and between the City of Iowa City and
The Franks Design Group, PC to provide engineering consultant services for
the Iowa City Senior Center Exterior Building Envelope Preservation,
Restoration and Rehabilitation Project. (Resolution 23-57)
5.d Resolution authorizing the procurement of one (1) new aerial bucket truck.
(Resolution 23-58)
5.e Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City
Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the J Street Sanitary Sewer
Replacement Project. (Resolution 23-59)
6. Consent Calendar - Setting Public Hearings
6.a Resolution fixing date for a meeting on the proposition of the issuance of not
to exceed $7,610,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City of Iowa City, State
of Iowa (for essential corporate purposes) and providing for publication of
notice thereof. (Resolution 23-60)
6.b Resolution fixing date for a meeting on the proposition of the issuance of not
to exceed $700,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City of Iowa City, State
of Iowa (for general corporate purposes) and providing for publication of
notice thereof. (Resolution 23-61)
6.c Resolution fixing date for a meeting on the proposition of the issuance of not
to exceed $700,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City of Iowa City, State
of Iowa (for general corporate purposes) and providing for publication of
notice thereof. (Resolution 23-62)
6.d Resolution fixing date for a meeting on the proposition of the issuance of not
to exceed $700,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City of Iowa City, State of
Iowa (for general corporate purposes) and providing for publication of notice
thereof. (Resolution 23-63)
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6.e Resolution setting a public hearing on March 21, 2023 on project manual and
estimate of cost for the construction of the Mercer Park Aquatic Center &
Scanlon Gym Exterior Accessibility and Lighting Improvements Project,
directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and directing the City
Engineer to place said project manual on file for public inspection.
(Resolution 23-64)
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve Consent Calendar, items 2 - 6 . Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded
by Pauline Taylor. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
7. Community Comment [items not on the agenda (until 7 PM)]
8. Planning & Zoning Matters
8.a Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 3.87 acres of property
located south of the N. Dodge St and N. Scott Blvd. intersection
from Commercial Office Zone (CO-1) to Community Commercial Zone with a
Planned Development Overlay (OPD/CC-2) for approximately 2.04 acres and
to Low Density Multi Family Residential with a Planned Development Overlay
(OPD/RM-12) for approximately 1.83 acres (REZ22-0016). (Second
Consideration)
Motion to give Second Consideration. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by Andrew
Dunn. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
9. Regular Formal Agenda
9.a Resolution authorizing conveyance of a single-family home located at 2021
Taylor Drive.
A public hearing was held. Neighborhood and Development Director Hightshoe
presented a PowerPoint.
Motion to approve Resolution 23-65. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by . Motion
Passed. (6 Ayes)
9.b Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction
of the Rohret South Trunk Sanitary Sewer Project, establishing amount of bid
security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to post notice to bidders,
and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
A public hearing was held. Senior Engineer Welter, presented a PowerPoint. The
following individuals appeared: Steve Grismore, Mary Mockaitis, Kevin Watkins.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 23-66. Moved by Shawn Harmsen, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (5 Ayes)
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Motion to accept Correspondence from Kyle Vogel. Moved by Laura Bergus,
seconded by Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
9.c Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction
of the Willow Creek Trail Replacement Project, establishing amount of bid
security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to post notice to bidders,
and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
A public hearing was held. Civil Engineer Olsen, presented a PowerPoint. Individual
Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 23-67. Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded by Pauline
Taylor. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
9.d Ordinance Amending Title 9, Entitled "Motor Vehicles and Traffic," Chapter 4,
Entitled "Parking Regulations," to Return Library Parking to a 20-Minute Limit.
(Second Consideration)
Motion to waive Second Consideration. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by
Laura Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 23-4897. Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded by
Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
9.e Resolution in continued support of Ukrainian sovereignty, one year following
the illegal and immoral invasion of Ukraine by the Russian military; calling
for the immediate withdrawal of Russian forces and for peace in Ukrainian
sovereign territory.
Councilor Dunn provided information. The following individual appeared: Brandon
Ross. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 23-68. Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded by Megan
Alter. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
10. Council Appointments
10.a Airport Zoning Commission (Iowa City Representative) - One vacancy to fill a
six-year term, January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2027. (Term expired for
Christine Ogren)
Motion to appoint Anthony Gentile. Moved by Shawn Harmsen, seconded by Andrew
Dunn. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
11. Announcement of Vacancies - New
11.a Parks & Recreation Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - December 31, 2024. (Christopher Odinet resigned)
Correspondence included in Council packet.
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Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, April 11, 2023.
Motion to accept Correspondence from Christopher Odinet. Moved by Laura Bergus,
seconded by Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
12. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
12.a Civil Service Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - April 6, 2026. (Ann Rhodes Resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 14, 2023.
Historic Preservation Commission (E. College St.) - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term, upon appointment - June 30, 2024. (Cole Eckhardt Resigned)
Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St.) - One vacancy to fill a three-
year term, July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025 (formerly advertised as unexpired term -
- Lyndi Kiple resigned).
Historic Preservation Commission (Woodlawn Ave.) - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term, upon appointment - June 30, 2024. (Kevin Larson resigned)
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
13. City Council Information
14. Report on Items from City Staff
City Clerk Fruehling noted the upcoming Community Police Review Board Community
Forum on April 20, 2023 at 5:30 PM to be held in Room A of the Iowa City Public Library.
15. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 7:23 PM. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Megan Alter.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
City Clerk
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