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Summary of Minutes
April 23, 2019 - 7:00 PM
Iowa City City Council special meeting, held in Emma J. Harvat Hall, 410 E Washington St.
Mayor Throgmorton presiding. Council members present: Cole, Mims, Salih, Taylor,
Teague, Thomas, Throgmorton. Staff members present: Fruin, Monroe, Andrew, Dulek,
Fruehling, Knoche, Havel, Ralston, Nagle-Gamm, Russett, Matherly, Campbell, Hektoen,
Sitzman, Bockenstedt. UISG: Steward, Wu.
1. Call to Order
2. Student Leadership Awards - Lincoln Elementary
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Lincoln Elementary students.
2.a. Emily Collins
2.b. Stella Vondra
3. Proclamations
3.a. Community Development Week-Accepted by Paula Vaughan, Housing &
Community Development Chair.
3.b. Workers Memorial Day-Accepted by Mayor Pro tem Pauline Taylor.
Beginning of Consent Calendar(Items 4—8)
Consider adoption of the Consent Calendar as presented or amended
4. Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk)
4.a. April 2, Work Session
4.b. April 2, Regular formal Summary of Minutes
5. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
5.a. Board of Adjustment: February 13
5.b. Board of Adjustment: March13
5.c. Community Police Review Board: March 12
5.d. Historic Preservation Commission: March 14
5.e. Human Rights Commission: March 19
5.f. Library Board of Trustees: February 28
5.g. Planning &Zoning Commission: March 7
5.h. Planning &Zoning Commission: March 21
6. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
6.a. Liquor License Renewals
1. Class A Liquor License for Iowa City Lodge No 1096 Loyal, dba
Loyal Order of Moose Lodge#1096, 3151 Hwy 6 E.
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2. Class E Liquor License for Sector, Inc., dba Creekside Market, 2601
Hwy 6 East
3. Class C Beer Permit for Hy-Vee, Inc., dba Hy-Vee #3 Gas, 1103 N. Dodge St.
4. Class C Liquor License for Apres Iowa City LLC, dba Apres, 1010 Martin St.
5. Outdoor Service Area for Apres Iowa City, LLC, dba Apres, 1010 Martin St.
6. Class C Liquor License for First Avenue Productions, Inc., dba First Avenue
Club, 1550 South First Avenue
7. Class C Liquor License for Quzer Inc., dba Shakespeare's, 819 151 Ave. S.
8. Outdoor Service Area for Quzer Inc., dba Shakespeare's, 819 1st Ave. S.
9. Class C Liquor License for On The Rise UOI, LLC, dba Blaze Pizza, 201 S.
Clinton St., Suite 167
10. Special Class C Liquor License for Joensy's Restaurant, Inc., dba
joensy's Rest, 2563 N. Dodge St.
11. Outdoor Service Area for Starbucks Corporation, dba Starbucks Coffee#2855-
IA, 228 S. Clinton St.
12. Outdoor Service Area for Little Donkey's, Inc., dba Panchero's Mexican Grill, 32
S. Clinton St.
13. Outdoor Service Area for Dumpling Darling LLC, dba Dumpling Darling, 213
Iowa Ave.
14. Outdoor Service Area for IC Entertainment, LC, dba Bardot, 347 S. Gilbert St.
15. Outdoor Service Area for 2-Tone, Inc., dba Blue Bird Diner, 330 Market St.
16. Outdoor Service Area for Motif, Ltd., dba Bo-James, 118 Washington St.
17. Outdoor Service Area for Brixco LLC, dba Brix Cheese Shop &Wine Shop, 209
N. Linn St.
18. Outdoor Service Area for Caffrey, Inc., dba DC's, 124 S. Dubuque St.
19. Outdoor Service Area for Immerfall Investments LLC, dba Donnelly's Pub, 110
College St.
20. Outdoor Service Area for PDG Enterprises, LLC, dba Goosetown Café, 203 N.
Linn St.
21. Outdoor Service Area for Etre Plaza Towers Restaurant LLC, dba Formosa
Asian Cuisine, 241 College St.
22. •Outdoor Service Area for High Ground Café LLC, dba High Ground Café, 301
Market St.
23. Outdoor Service Area for Etre Foods LLC, dba Iowa Chop House, 223
Washington St.
24. Outdoor Service Area for 1st& Main Hospitality Group, dba Pullman Bar &
Diner, 17 S. Dubuque St.
25. Outdoor Service Area for Short's Burger and Shine LLC, dba Short's Burger and
Shine, 18 S. Clinton St.
26. Outdoor Service Area for Iowa Avenue L.L.C., dba St. Burch Tavern, 127 Iowa
Ave.
27. Outdoor Service Area for Kennedy Investments, Inc., dba The Vine Tavern &
Eatery, 330 E. Prentiss St.
28. Outdoor Service Area for Mexico Lindo II, Inc., dba Mexico Lindo Grill & Cantina,
1857 Lower Muscatine Rd.
29. Outdoor Service Area for Restaurante Mexicano, dba El Senor Cactus, 1534 S.
Gilbert St.
6.b. Liquor License New
1. Special Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Downtown Self, dba
Iowa City Downtown District(Northside Oktoberfest), 200-300 E
Market, 100-200 N. Linn
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2. Special Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Downtown Self, dba
Iowa City Downtown District(Farm to Street), 100 Block N. Linn St.
3. Special Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Downtown Self, dba
Iowa City Downtown District (Downtown Block Party), 100-200 IA
Ave.,0-100 S. Clinton St., 100-200 E. College St. 0-100 S Linn St.
4. Class B Beer Permit for Nicole Schneider, dba The Whimsical Wine
Trailer, 1801 Riverside Dr.
7. Resolutions and Motions
7.a. March 2019 Disbursements
7.b. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest a
28E agreement for refuse and recycling billing services between the City
of Iowa City and University Heights. (Resolution 19-98)
7.c. Resolution approving an agreement between the City and the
Downtown District to allow the sale, consumption, and possession of
beer and wine during the Block Party, Farm to Street Dinner, and
Northside Oktoberfest on City streets. (Resolution 19-99)
7.d. Resolution authorizing an agreement between the City of Iowa City and
the Police Labor Relations Organization of Iowa City to be effective July
1, 2019 through June 30, 2020. (Resolution 19-100)
7.e. Resolution authorizing an agreement between the City of Iowa City and
the Iowa City Association of Professional Fire Fighters, IAFF Local #610
to be effective July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2024. (Resolution 19-101)
7.f. 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 MMS Consultants, Inc., Iowa City, Iowa to provide
engineering consultant services for the Dill Street Water Main
Replacement Project. (Resolution 19-102)
7.g. Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the
City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the First Avenue Water
Main Replacement Project. (Resolution 19-103)
7.h. Resolution authorizing acceptance of City Bridge Funds from the Iowa
Department of Transportation and authorizing the City Manager to sign
the Project Agreement. (Resolution 19-104)
8. Correspondence
8.a. Laurie Crawford: Puppy mill ban
8.b. Tom Southard: ban on pet store sales
8.c. Ron Solsrud: Where Petland Gets Their Puppies From
8.d. Carol deProsse: Rental Questions [Staff response incuded]
8.e. Matt Krieger: UI Utilities P3 Contract- Recommendation Letter
8.f. Abe Kline: Intersection of Governor and Jefferson [Staff response
included]
8.g. Carol deProsse: Hackberry trees on Mormon Trek
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8.h. Megan Johnson: Community Cats in Iowa City
8.i. Brooke Heldt: Correspondence about Bar Door signs [Staff response
included]
8.j. Austin Wu: Potential idea for joint meeting
8.k. Mary Gravitt: Height of chairs in Iowa City Senior Center
S.I. Michael Chamberlain, The Broken Spoke: north dodge bike lane
8.m. Caroline Dieterle: Building requirement for new construction [Staff
response included]
8.n. Sara Barron, Affordable Housing Coalition: Collecting rental unit prices
as part of rental permit process [Staff response included]
8.o. Competitive Quotation Memo
8.p. Sara Barron: Studying mobile home community options
End of Consent Calendar
Ron Solsrud (Item 8.c) presented a power point.
Motion to approve consent calendar (Items 4-8). Moved by R. Cole, seconded by
Teague. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
8. Community Comment (items not on the agenda)
The following individuals appeared: Brandon Ross regarding lawn chemicals; Paula
Vaughan, requesting a work session regarding mobile home parks; Liz Weiss, Marcella
Hurtado, Fanai Felicia, and Rafael Morataya regarding Community Cafe
project/commercial kitchen at the Senior Center; Andrew Stoll regarding delay of mowing
schedule for prairie/grasslands in Iowa City; and Adil Adams regarding discrimination.
Motion to accept correspondence from Adil Adams. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by
B Teague. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10. Planning and Zoning Matters
10.a. Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 73.15 acres of property located
south of Interstate-80, west of N. Dubuque Street, and north of Foster Road,
from Interim Development Single-Family Residential (ID-RS), Low Density
Single-Family Residential (RS-5), Low Density Multi-Family Residential (RM-12),
and High Density Single-Family Residential with a Planned Development
Overlay (OPD/RS-12)to OPD/RS-12 for 45.58 acres and Highway Commercial
with a Planned Development Overlay (OPD/CH-1) for 23.83 acres. (REZ18-00013)
A public hearing was held. Mayor Throgmorton outlined the protest of rezoning
procedure and stated the public hearing would be continued and first
consideration be deferred to the May 7th Council meeting.
Senior Planner Russett presented a power point summarizing the memo included
in the 4/23 agenda packet.
Jimmy Becker, Blackbird Investments, presented information regarding
Council concerns/requests.
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The following individuals appeared: Sara Barron, Johnson County Affordable
Housing Coalition; Judy Joyce, Margarita Baltazar, Rafael Morataya, Donna
Davis, Margarita Rodriguez, Zulay Flores, and Dan Daly.
Individual Council members expressed their views. City Manager Fruin and
Assistant City Attorney Greenwood-Hektoen provided additional information.
Jimmy Becker, Blackbird Development, Judy Joyce, and Kevin Monson
presented a power point/information regarding landscaping along Dubuque
Street.
Motion to continue public hearing and defer first consideration to 5/7. Moved
by B Teague, seconded by M. Salih. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Kathrine Nixon (x2), John McKinstry, Laura
Hawks, Natasha Wendt, Kathy Jacobs, David Borger Germann, Bob Welsh, Paula
Vaughan, Bryson Dean, Roxene Redenius, Jim Maynard, Maria Hope, Laura
Ankrum, Terri Miller Chait, Quenby Murphy, and Gabriel Martin. Moved by S.
Mims, seconded by B Teague. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.b. Ordinance rezoning property located at the Old Settler's Association of
Johnson County cabins, off 100 Park Road in City Park from Neighborhood
Public (P-1)to P-1 with a Historic District Overlay (P1/OHD). (REZ19-1)
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman
presented information for items 10.b, 10.c, and 10.d. The following individual
appeared: Kevin Boyd, Historic Preservation Commission Chair.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J. Thomas.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.c. Ordinance rezoning property located at 820 Park Road from Neighborhood
Public (P-1) to P-1 with a Historic District Overlay (P1/OHD). (REZ19-2)
A public hearing was held. No one appeared.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.d. Ordinance rezoning property located at 28 S. Linn Street from Neighborhood
Public (P-1) to P-1 with a Historic District Overlay (P1/OHD). (REZ19-3)
A public hearing was held. The following individual appeared: Jay Honohan.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Individual Council members expressed their views. Development Services
Coordinator Sitzman provided additional information.
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10.e. Resolution vacating and conveying the Hutchinson Avenue right-of-way north
of Park Road in Black's Park Addition Subdivision to Bryan Svoboda.
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman
presented a power point.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-105. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by B Teague.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Regular Formal Agenda
11. The public is invited to share their views on the City's management of the deer
population.
Mayor Throgmorton provided background information. The following individuals
appeared: Jay Honohan, Dawn Ferry, Allison Jaynes, Florence Boos, Lori Kendrick and
Lori Crawford, Iowa City Deer Friends, presented a power point; Lynn Gallager, Mark
Gromko, Erin Irish, Regenia Bailey, Caroline Dieterle, Claudia McGeehee, Bob
Thompson, Kevin Kelly, Julia Ruppel,
Individual Council members expressed their views. Captain Campbell, Iowa City
Police Department and City Manager Fruin provided additional information.
Motion to accept correspondence from Caroline Dieterle X2, Erin Irish, Abe Klein,
Mark Gromko with petition signed by 26 individuals, Bob Thompson, Laurie
Crawford, Coleen Peterson, public input form from 68 individuals, and Iowa City
Deer Friends. Moved by P. Taylor, seconded by S. Mims. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
12. Ordinance amending title 3, entitled "finances, taxation and fees," chapter 4,
entitled "schedule of fees, rates, charges, bonds, fines and penalties" of the
city code to increase water service charges and storm water service charges.
A public hearing was held. Finance Director Bockenstedt presented a power point.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes) Individual Council members expressed their views.
13. Resolution authorizing the filing of an application with the Iowa Department of
Transportation for FY2019 Iowa DOT State Transit Assistance and Federal Transit
Administration Funding.
A public hearing was held. Transportation Director Nagle-Gamm presented information.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-106. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J. Thomas.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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14. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction
of the City Park Adventure Playground 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. Parks & Recreation Director Seydell-Johnson presented a
power point.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-107. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by R. Cole.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Jennifer Mettemeyer. Moved by J.
Thomas. seconded by R. Cole. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
15. Resolution adopting an assessment schedule of unpaid mowing, clean-up of
property, snow removal, sidewalk repair, and stop box repair charges and
directing the Clerk to certify the same to the Johnson County Treasurer for
collection in the same manner as property taxes.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-108. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by R. Cole.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) Individual Council members expressed their views.
16. Announcement of Vacancies — New Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18
years of age unless specific qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional
notices after the initial announcement; but will continue to advertise vacancies on the City
website and Council agenda. More information may be found on the City website or in the
City Clerk's office.
Airport Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term. Effective
upon appointment - June 30, 2022. (Derek LaBrie resigned)
Correspondence included in Council packet.
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 28, 2019.
Motion to accept correspondence from Derek LaBrie. Moved by S.
Mims, seconded by R. Cole. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
17. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional notices after the initial
announcement; but will continue to advertise vacancies on the City website and Council
agenda. More information may be found on the City website or in the City Clerk's office.
Airport Commission - One vacancy to fill a four-year term, July 1, 2019 -
June 30, 2023. (Term expires for Minnetta Gardinier)
Community Police Review Board - One vacancy to fill a four-year term, July
1, 2019 - June 30, 2023. (Term expires for Don King)
Historic Preservation Commission (At-Large) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2022. (Term expires for Zach
Builita)
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Historic Preservation Commission'Brown St.l- One vacancy to fill a three-
year term, July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2022. (Term expires for Sharon DeGraw)
Historic Preservation Commission (Summit St.) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2019 -June 30, 2022. (Term expires for Cecile
Kuenzil)
Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St.) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2022. (New District formed -first
term not filled)
Housing & Community Development Commission -Two vacancies to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2019- June 30, 2022. (Term expires for Christine
Harms, Paula Vaughan)
Library Board of Trustees - Three vacancies to fill a six-year term, July 1,
2019 -June 30, 2025. (Term expires for Diane Baker, Janet Freeman and
Jay Semel)
Telecommunications Commission - One vacancy to fill a three-year term,
July 1, 2019-June 30, 2022. (Term expires for Paul Gowder)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 14, 2019.
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment- One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2016- December 31, 2020. (Formerly advertised)
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment-One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023. (New full term)
Historic Preservation Commission (E. College St) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2021. (Term expired for Esther
Baker)
Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2016- June 30, 2019. (New District formed)
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
18. Community Comment
The following individuals appeared: Gustave Stewart, UISG Liaison, regarding UISG
updates.
19. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming meetings,
community events, and items of interest.
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20. Report on Items from City Staff
a. City Manager- None
b. City Attorney - None
c. City Clerk - None
21. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn meeting at 11:44 p.m. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by S. Mims.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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Ja es A. Throgmorto , Mayor
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Kellie K. Fruehling, Ci y Clerk
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April 2, Work Session
Item Number: 4.a.
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MEMORANDUM
Date: April 10, 2019
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, April 2, 2019, 5:00 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Cole, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Throgmorton
UISG: Stewart, Wu
Staff: Fruin, Monroe, Andrew, Dilkes, Fruehling, Seydell-Johnson, Knoche, Havel, Fleagle,
Hightshoe, Sitzman, Russett, Heitner, Foelsch, Nagle-Gamm, Ralston
(A transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.)
Discuss future City actions in response to the home at 101 Lusk FIP31
Neighborhood and Development Services Intern Foelsch presented a power point on residential infill
comparative analysis. Senior Planner Russett and City Manager Fruin provided additional information.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Action: Staff will work with Opticos to develop single-family infill regulations aimed at preventing out of
scale development in targeted neighborhoods and will ask that Opticos address this topic at the front
end of their engagement with the City. Prior to advancing a recommendation through the legislative
process staff will seek comment from Manville Heights neighbors.
Discuss Northside Marketplace Form Based Code FIP41
City Manager Fruin provided a brief background and summarized the memo (IP4 of the 3/28
Information Packet). Individual Council members expressed their views.
Action: Staff will work with Opticos on a Northside Market Place visioning contract that also includes a
parking analysis. The public visioning process should be two -days or less and involve stakeholder
meetings with businesses/property owners and the public. Imagery should be emphasized in the
deliverable package including exploratory concepts for the City owned parking lot and the private
parking lot on Bloomington and Linn (with direct involvement from the property owner). Once
negotiated, staff will bring the contract to the City Council for approval.
Clarification of Agenda Items
• [11.a/11.b]... Comprehensive Plan Amendment (North District Plan)/ Rezoning South of Interstate
80, West of N. Dubuque Street, and East of Mackinaw Drive, commonly referred to as Forest View
... Mayor Throgmorton asked City Attorney Dilkes to explain the super -majority requirement as it
applied to each item. City Attorney Dilkes provided additional information. Individual Council
members expressed their views.
• [9.b]... Karen Eakes Murphy: Parking... Council member Salih asked if staff had followed up. City
Manager Fruin stated that the Police Department had responded.
• [9.c]... James Schoenfelder: Poet Laureate of Iowa City ... Council member asked if the Council was
interested in the suggestion by Schoenfelder. Council members agreed to have Council member
Cole take it to the City of Literature board for discussion.
Council Work Session
April 2, 2019
Page 2
[9.e]... Deer Management: Gary and Marcy Wolf, Bob Thompson, Lori Kendrick... Council member
Cole asked for an update. City Manager Fruin and Mayor Throgmorton provided additional
information.
Action: Staff will develop a memo for the regular meeting on the 23rd that will lay out recommended
next steps regarding deer management. The memo should include a ballpark cost estimate for the
one-year sharpshoot as well as ways in which we might try to mitigate the chances of injured deer
interfering with the public or private property outside of the hunt zone during future bow hunts.
Communications will help create public notification for those wanting to provide public input. Staff
will notify the DNR staff of the meeting and ask that they notify NRC members. Their attendance is
welcome.
Information Packet Discussion [March 14, March 21, March 281
➢ March 14
1. (IP2, Email from Mayor: Proposed Bills - SSB 1201 / HSB 185 [Previously distributed in
3/12/19 Late Handouts]) Mayor Throgmorton asked for an update on the proposed bills.
Assistant to the City Manager Andrew provided additional information. Individual Council
members expressed their views.
Action: Staff will instruct the lobbyist to register opposed to the solar act being considered by
the State legislature.
2. (IP3, Email from Council member Thomas: Mann Elementary - Parent Drop-off on
Fairchild St. [Previously distributed in 3/12/19 Late Handouts.]) Council member Salih
asked for clarification. City Manager Fruin and Council member Thomas provided additional
information.
(Break to Formal meeting 6:39 pm — Returned to Work Session 10:53 pm)
Community Comment (continued from formal meeting)
Caroline Dieterle appeared regarding Deer Management.
y March 21
1. (IP2, Email to Mayor from Helen Schneblen (x2): IC Climate Plan, State of City (Mayor's
response included) Mayor Throgmorton asked Council members for feedback regarding the
email and his response.
2. (IP6, Email from Mark Signs: Rental Caps Legislation) Council member Thomas thanked
Mark Signs for his letter.
➢ March 28
3. (IP8, Memo from City Clerk: KXIC Radio Show) Council members signed up for upcoming
dates.
Action: Staff will fill the June 5th KXIC radio slot.
1. (Pending Work Session Topics [Distributed in the 4/2 Late Handouts]) Mayor Throgmorton
noted the pending list was distributed in the 4/2 late handouts.
Council Work Session
April 2, 2019
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2. (IP7, Memo from City Clerk: Joint Meeting Agenda Items for April 15) Mayor Throgmorton
suggested topics of discussion for the joint meeting and asked for additional items from
Council. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Action: The City Clerk will add the following topics to the joint governments meeting agenda:
Property Assessments, Legislative Update, Mobile Home Park Acquisition Update. The
City Clerk will also ask the Iowa City and Johnson County Assessor to provide a brief
overview of 2019 assessments at the joint meeting.
Council updates on assigned boards, commissions and committees
There were no updates.
Adjourn 11:08 p.m.
Item Number: 4.b.
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Summary of Minutes
April 2, 2019 - 7:00 PM
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, held in Emma J. Harvat Hall, 410 E Washington St.
Mayor Throgmorton presiding. Council members present: Cole, Mims, Salih, Taylor,
Teague, Thomas, Throgmorton. Staff members present: Fruin, Monroe, Andrew, Dikes,
Fruehling, Hightshoe, Sitzman, Russett, Seydell-Johnson, Knoche, Reichart, Nagle-
Gamm, Ralston, Fleagle. UISG: Stewart, Wu.
1. Call to Order
Mayor Throgmorton congratulated the University of Iowa Womens Basketball team
on their season and Megan Gustafson for being named a 1st team All-American
and Big 10 player of the year.
2 Student Leadership Awards - Shimek Elementary
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Shimek Elementary students.
2a. Lucy Grulke-Mangrich
2b. Meghan Mettemeyer
2c. Ela Pierce
3. Proclamations
3.a. Arbor Day-Accepted by Juli Seydell-Johnson, Parks & Recreation Director.
3.b. Delta Sigma Theta Day
3.c. Marriage Equality Day-Accepted by Sara Barron.
3.d. National Fair Housing Month -Accepted by Sara Barron, Executive Director for
the Johnson County Affordable Housing Coalition.
Beginning of Consent Calendar (Items 4—9)
Consider adoption of the Consent Calendar as presented or amended
4. Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk)
4.a. March 12, Work Session
4.b. March 12, Special formal Summary of Minutes
April 2, 2019 Summary of Minutes Page 1
5. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
5.a. Airport Commission: January 17
5.b. Airport Commission: February 21
5.c. Board of Adjustment: December 12
5.d. Community Police Review Board: February 20
5.e. Historic Preservation Commission: February 14
5.f. Housing & Community Development Commission: January 17
5.g. Housing & Community Development Commission: February 21
5.h. Human Rights Commission: February 19
5.i. Library Board of Trustees: January 24
5.j. Parks & Recreation Commission: January 9
5.k. Planning &Zoning Commission: January 17
5.1. Planning & Zoning Commission: February 4
5.m. Planning &Zoning Commission: February 21
5.n. Public Art Advisory Committee: January 10
6. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
6.a. Liquor License Renewals
1. Class C Liquor License for Kennedy Investments Inc., dba The
Vine Tavern & Eatery, 330 E. Prentiss
2. Class C Liquor License for Jimmy Jack Mac, Inc., dba Basta, 121
Iowa Ave.
3. Class C Beer Permit for Suburban Investors, L.C., dba Suburban
BP Amoco- Keokuk St., 1905 Keokuk St.
4. Class C Liquor License for Ranger Enterprises, Inc., dba
Deadwood, The, 6 S. Dubuque
5. Class E Liquor License for Kum & Go LC, dba Kum & Go#504,
1310 S. Gilbert St.
6. Class E Liquor License for Kum & Go LC, dba Kum & Go #502,
2303 Muscatine Ave.
7. Class C Beer Permit for Dolgencorp, LLC, dba Dollar General Store
#8137, 41 Highway 1 W.
8. Class C Liquor License for The Bandits LLC, dba El Banditos, 327
E. Market St.
9. Special Class C Liquor License for Marcus Midwest, LLC, dba
Sycamore Cinema, 1602 Sycamore St.
10. Special Class C Liquor License for Pop's "Old N' New" Bar-B-Que,
dba Pop's BBQ, 130 N. Dubuque St.
11. Outdoor Service Area for Pop's "Old N' New" Bar-B-Que, dba
Pop's BBQ, 130 N. Dubuque St.
12. Special Class C Liquor License for V'S Nail Studio, Inc., dba V's
Nail Studio, 20 S. Clinton St.
13. Class C Beer Permit for ND Express, Inc., dba North Dodge
Sinclair, 2153 ACT Circle
6.b. Liquor License Renewals
1. Class C Liquor License for Mexico Undo II, Inc., dba Mexico Lindo
Grill & Cantina, 1857 Lower Muscatine Rd.
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6.c. Permanent Transfer
1. Class C Liquor License for Aguachiles Corp., dba Avocado Mexican
Bar& Grill, 1857 Lower Muscatine Rd. to 1859 Lower Muscatine Rd.
7. Resolutions and Motions
7.a. February 2019 Disbursements.
7.b. Resolution Naming Depositories. (Resolution 19-83)
7.c. Resolution approving Final Plat of Tegler Second Subdivision, Iowa
City, Iowa. (Resolution 19-84)
7.d. Resolution accepting the work for the Parking Garage Maintenance
Program 2018 Project. (Resolution 19-85)
7.e. Resolution accepting the work for the storm sewer, sanitary sewer,
water main, and paving public improvements for Sycamore Woods—
Part Six, and declaring public improvements open for public access and
use. (Resolution 19-86)
8. Setting Public Hearings
8.a. Motion setting a public hearing for April 23, 2019 on an ordinance
rezoning 0.6 acres of land located off 100 Park Road in City Park, the
Old Settler's Association of Johnson County Cabins, from
Neighborhood Public (P-1)to Neighborhood Public with an Historic
District Overlay (OHD/P-1). (REZ 19-1)
8.b. Motion setting a public hearing for April 23, 2019 on an ordinance
rezoning 1.82 acres of land located at 820 Park Road from
Neighborhood Public (P-1) to Neighborhood Public with an Historic
District Overlay(OHD/P-1). (REZ19-2)
8.c. Motion setting a public hearing for April 23, 2019 on an ordinance
rezoning 0.37 acres of land located at 28 S. Linn Street from
Neighborhood Public(P-1)to Neighborhood Public with a Historic
District Overlay (OHD/P-1). (REZ19-3)
8.d. Resolution setting a public hearing for April 23, 2019, on an ordinance
amending title 3, entitled "finances, taxation and fees," chapter 4, entitled
"schedule of fees, rates, charges, bonds, fines and penalties" of the city
code to increase water service charges and storm water service
charges. (Resolution 19-87)
8.e. Resolution setting a public hearing on April 23, 2019 on project manual
and estimate of cost for the construction of the City Park Adventure
Playground 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 19-88)
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8.f. Resolution of intent to consider the vacation and proposed conveyance
of that portion of Hutchinson Avenue right-of-way north of Park Road in
Black's Park Addition Subdivision to Bryan Svoboda and setting a
public hearing thereon for April 23, 2019. (Resolution 19-89)
9. Correspondence
9.a. Jerry Moore: City buses
9.b. Karen Eakes Murphy: Parking
9.c. James Schoenfelder: Poet Laureate of Iowa City
9.d. Jerry Moore: issues
9.e. Deer Management: Gary and Marcy Wolf, Bob Thompson, Lori Kendrick
9.f. Amy Foraker: Ongoing sewage back up [Staff response included]
9.g. Carol deProsse: New York Times article
9.h. Jacob Canny(X3): Renters Rights in Iowa City
9.i. Kathy Gout: Road Diet
9.j. Julia DeSpain: Loud Vehicles/Motorcycles [Staff response included]
9.k. Sharon DeGrew: NMSP east entrance/Mann car line
9.1. Mary Gravitt: Bricks at Burlington and Linn - Potholes [Staff response
included]
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve consent calendar(Items 4-9). Moved by M. Salih, seconded
by S. Mims. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10. Community Comment(items not on the agenda)
The following individuals appeared: Allison Jaynes, Iowa City Deer Friends, regarding
Deer Management; Harry Olmstead, regarding the Fair Housing proclamation and the
Fire Department; and Brooke Heldt regarding drinking establishment safety.
Motion to accept correspondence submitted by Allison Jaynes. Moved by J.
Thomas, seconded by S. Mims. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11. Planning and Zoning Matters
11.a. Resolution to amend the North District Plan land use map from Multi-Family
Residential (8-13 dwelling units per acre)to Low-Medium Mixed Residential (8-
13 du/ac)for approximately 24 acres and from Low-Medium Mixed Residential
(8-13 du/ac) to Multi-Family Residential (8-13 du/ac)for approximately 24 acres.
(CPA18-00002)
A public hearing was held. Mayor Throgmorton briefly summarized the meeting
process for items 11.a and 11.b. Senior Planner Russett presented a power point.
The following individuals appeared: Brian Decoster, Ashley Mangan, Sara Barron,
Johnson County Affordable Housing Coalition; Margarita Baltazar, President of the
Forest View Tenant Assoc; Bill Gerhard, Norma Ortiz, Margarita Rodriguez, and
Roberto Garcia.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-90. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by S.
Mims. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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11.b. Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 73.15 acres of property located
south of Interstate-80, west of N. Dubuque Street, and north of Foster Road,
from Interim Development Single-Family Residential (ID-RS), Low Density
Single-Family Residential (RS-5), Low Density Multi-Family Residential (RM-12),
and High Density Single-Family Residential with a Planned Development
Overlay(OPD/RS-12) to OPD/RS-12 for 45.58 acres and Highway Commercial
with a Planned Development Overlay (OPD/CH-1)for 23.83 acres. (REZ18-00013)
A public hearing was held. Mayor Throgmorton briefly summarized the meeting
process for item 11.b. Senior Planner Russett presented a power point. Civil
Engineer Reichart and Transportation Planner Ralston provided additional
information. Jimmy Becker, Blackbird Development, presented a power point.
Kevin Munson, Neumann Monson Architects, provided additional information. The
following individuals appeared: Debbie Heiken, Quinby Murphy, Alfredo Ortiz,
Claudio Narciso, Donna Davis, Ed Cole, Alberto Perez, Zulay Flores, Norma Ortiz,
Wilfrid Nixon, Margarita Baltazar, Victoria Millan, Christina Drenoso, Kathrine
Nixon, Laura Hawks, Project Green; and Sara Barron, Johnson County Affordable
Housing Coalition. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to continue public hearing and defer first consideration to 4/23. Moved by R.
Cole, seconded by M. Salih. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence Kathrine Nixon, Wilfrid Nixon and Protest of
Rezoning forms (x55). Moved by S. Mims, seconded by B Teague. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
11.c. Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 0.155 acres of property
located at 2130 Muscatine Avenue, from Community Commercial (CC-2)to
High Density Single-Family Residential (RS-12). (REZ18-00025) (Second
Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 19-4785. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11.d. Resolution approving the preliminary plat and sensitive areas development plan
of Rollins Pass, Iowa City, Iowa. (SUB18-00013)
Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented a power point. Individual
Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-91. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by R.
Cole. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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Regular Formal Agenda
12. Resolution authorizing conveyance of Auditor's Parcel 2008020 to Bilam
Properties L.L.C.
A public hearing was held. No one appeared.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-92. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by M. Salih. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
13. Resolution authorizing the execution of a Quit Claim Deed to Del Ray Ridge, LP
to release a sewer easement on 628 S. Dubuque Street.
A public hearing was held. Public Works Director Knoche presented information.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-93. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P. Taylor. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
14. Resolution authorizing conveyance of a single-family home located at 522 North
Dodge Street.
A public hearing was held. No one appeared.
Individual Council members expressed their views. Neighborhood and Development
Services Director Hightshoe provided additional information.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-94. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by R. Cole.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
15. Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the City Engineer to sign and the
City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Highway 1 Trail–Sunset
Street to Mormon Trek Boulevard Project [TAP-U-3715(665)-81-521
Public Works Director Knoche presented information. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-95. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
16. Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City
Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Gilbert Street Intersection
Improvements Project.
Public Works Director Knoche presented information. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-96. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by B Teague.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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17. Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City
Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Willow Creek Park
Improvements Project.
Parks & Recreation Director Seydell-Johnson presented information.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-97. Moved by B Teague, seconded by J. Thomas.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
18. Ordinance amending Title 9, entitled "Motor Vehicles and Traffic," Chapter 1,
entitled "Definitions, Administration and Enforcement of Traffic Provisions"
and Chapter 8, entitled "Bicycles,"to provide for the operation electric assist
bicycles. (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 19-4786. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by
J. Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
19. An ordinance repealing Title 4, "Alcoholic Beverages", Chapter 4, "Dancing
Regulations", Section 1, "Dancing Restricted in Connection with Business"
and Chapter 3, "Outdoor Service Areas; Seasonal, Five Day or Fourteen Day
Licenses and Permits", Section 4(1) regarding 'Dancing" of the City
Code. (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by B Teague.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 19-4787. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by
B Teague. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
20. Announcement of Vacancies - New
Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional notices after the initial
announcement; but will continue to advertise vacancies on the City website and Council
agenda. More information may be found on the City website or in the City Clerk's office.
Airport Commission - One vacancy to fill a four-year term, July 1, 2019 -
June 30, 2023. (Term expires for Minnetta Gardinier)
Community Police Review Board - One vacancy to fill a four-year term, July
1, 2019-June 30, 2023. (Term expires for Don King)
Historic Preservation Commission (At-Large) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2019-June 30, 2022. (Term expires for Zach
Builita)
Historic Preservation Commission (Brown St.) - One vacancy to fill a three-
year term, July 1, 2019 -June 30, 2022. (Term expires for Sharon DeGraw)
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Historic Preservation Commission (Summit St.) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2022. (Term expires for Cecile
Kuenzil)
Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St.) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2022. (New District formed - first
term not filled)
Housing & Community Development Commission -Two vacancies to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2022. (Term expires for Christine
Harms, Paula Vaughan)
Library Board of Trustees - Three vacancies to fill a six-year term, July 1,
2019 - June 30, 2025. (Term expires for Diane Baker, Janet Freeman and
Jay Semel)
Telecommunications Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired
term plus three-year term, Effective upon appointment - June 30, 2022. (Paul
Gowder resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 14, 2019.
Motion to accept correspondence from Paul Gowder. Moved by S.
Mims, seconded by J. Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
21. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional notices after the initial
announcement; but will continue to advertise vacancies on the City website and Council
agenda. More information may be found on the City website or in the City Clerk's office.
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020. (Formerly advertised)
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023. (New full term)
Historic Preservation Commission (E. College Stl- One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2021. (Term expired for Esther
Baker)
Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2016 - June 30, 2019. (New District formed)
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
22. Community Comment
The following individuals appeared: Gustave Stewart, UISG Liaison, regarding UISG
updates.
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23. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming meetings,
community events, and items of interest.
24. Report on Items from City Staff
a. City Manager- None
b. City Attorney - None
c. City Clerk - None
25. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn meeting at 10:53 p.m. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by S. Mims.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) /
C 77/17L
Ja es A. Throgmorton, Mayor
Kellie . Fruehling, C Clerk
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