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Summary of Minutes
February 21, 2023 - 6:00 PM
Iowa City City Council formal meeting, held at City Hall - Emma J. Harvat Hall, 410 E.
Washington St. Mayor Pro Tern Alter presiding. Council members present: Alter, Bergus,
Dunn, Harmsen, Taylor, Thomas. Council members absent: Teague. Staff members
present: Fruin, Jones, Kilburg, Goers, Fruehling, Platz, Knoche, Havel, Seydell Johnson,
Davies. USG: Zeimet, LeFevre.
1. Call to Order
2. State of the City
Recording of Mayor Teague presenting the State of the City was played.
3. Proclamations
3.a International Women's Day and Women's History Month
Johnson County United Nations Association member, Jim Throgmorton and
Human Rights Commissioner, Bijou Maliabo, accepting.
4. Consent Calendar - Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections,
as recommended by the City Clerk)
4.a Work Session Minutes: February 7
4.b Formal Summary of Minutes: February 7
4.c Iowa City City Council/USG Town Hall Minutes: February 9
5. Consent Calendar - Receive and File Minutes
5.a Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission: January 19
5.b Airport Commission: December 8
5.c Community Police Review Board: January 10
5.d Climate Action Commission: January 9
5.e Historic Preservation Commission: January 12
5.f Parks & Recreation Commission: January 11 [See Recommendations]
5.g Public Art Advisory Committee: January 5
6. Consent Calendar - Permit Motions and Resolution (as recommended by the
City Clerk)
6.a Liquor License - Renewal
1. Class E Retail Alcohol License for Kum & Go LC, dba Kum & Go #3502,
2303 Muscatine Ave.
2. Class E Retail Alcohol License for Kum & Go LC, dba Kum & Go
#3504, 1310 S. Gilbert St.
3. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Brothers of Iowa City, Inc., dba
It's Brothers Bar & Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St.
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4. Outdoor Service Area for Brothers of Iowa City, Inc., dba It's Brothers Bar
& Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St.
5. Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for Prairie Kitchen Store LLC,
dba Prairie Kitchen Store, 160 N. Linn St.
7. Consent Calendar - Resolutions and Motions
7.a Motion to approve disbursements in the amount of $10,506,787.08 for the period
of January 1 through January 31, 2023, as recommended by the Finance Director
subject to audit. Disbursements are published and permanently retained in the
City Clerk's office in accordance with State Code.
7.b Resolution amending budgeted positions in the Engineering Division of
the Public Works Department by deleting one full-time Special Projects
Administrator position and adding one full-time Senior Engineer position.
(Resolution 23-40)
7.c Resolution approving an agreement with the Downtown District to allow
the sale and possession of beer and wine during the Block Party.
(Resolution 23-41)
7.d Resolution approving an agreement with Iowa City Downtown District to allow
for the consumption and possession of alcohol on a portion of the 200 block
of N. Linn Street. (Resolution 23-42)
7.e Resolution accepting the work for the Gilbert Street Pavement Repair
— CRANDIC Railroad Crossing Project. (Resolution 23-43)
7.f Resolution establishing a schedule of fees for Parks and Recreation
services and programming and rescinding Resolution Number 20-47.
(Resolution 23-44)
7.g Resolution Approving Final Plat of Cardinal Heights Part 1, Iowa City, Iowa.
(SUB22-0017) (Resolution 23-45)
7.h Resolution Approving Final Plat of Cardinal Heights Part 2, Iowa City,
Iowa. (SUB22-0017) (Resolution 23-46)
8. Consent Calendar - Setting Public Hearings
8.a Resolution setting a public hearing on March 7, 2023 on project manual and
estimate of cost for the construction of the Rohret South Trunk Sanitary
Sewer 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 23-47)
8.b Resolution setting a public hearing on March 7, 2023 on project manual and
estimate of cost for the construction of the Willow Creek Trail Replacement
Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and directing
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the City Engineer to place said project manual on file for public inspection.
(Resolution 23-48)
8.c Resolution setting a public hearing for March 7, 2023, on a proposal to
convey a single-family home located at 2021 Taylor Drive. (Resolution 23-49)
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve consent calendar, items 4 - 8 . Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded
by Pauline Taylor. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
9. Community Comment [items not on the agenda (until 7 PM)]
The following individuals appeared: Brandon Ross and Kevin Watkins.
10. Planning & Zoning Matters
10.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).
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented a
PowerPoint. The following individual appeared: Brian Boelk, Axiom Consultants.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by Shawn Harmsen, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
11. Regular Formal Agenda
11.a Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the
construction of the 2023 Park Renovations 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 PowerPoint.
Motion to approve Resolution 23-50. Moved by Shawn Harmsen, seconded by
Andrew Dunn. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
11.b Resolution setting the maximum property tax levy for certain levies for
the proposed budget ending June 30, 2024.
A public hearing was held. Finance Director Davies presented a PowerPoint.
Motion to approve Resolution 23-51. Moved by John Thomas, seconded by Pauline
Taylor. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
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11.c Ordinance Amending Title 9, Entitled "Motor Vehicles and Traffic," Chapter 4,
Entitled "Parking Regulations," to Return Library Parking to a 20-Minute Limit.
(First Consideration)
City Attorney Goers presented information.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded by Shawn
Harmsen. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
11.d Resolution approving a purchase agreement for 500 Manor Drive for
flood mitigation.
City Attorney Goers presented information. City Manager Fruin provided additional
information. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 23-52. Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
11.e 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 23-53. Moved by John Thomas, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
12. Council Committee Appointments
12.a Better Together 2030 Board (1)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Laura Bergus, with Councilor Dunn as an informal alternate . Moved
by Andrew Dunn, seconded by Shawn Harmsen. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
13. Council Appointments
13.a Senior Center Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - December 31, 2023. (Karen Page resigned)
City Attorney Goers provided information for items 13.a and 13.b. Individual Council
members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Theresa Messlein. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by Andrew
Dunn. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) — One motion was made for 13.a and 13.b.
13.b Senior Center Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - December 31, 2024. (Douglas Korty resigned)
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Motion to appoint Lee McKnight. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by Andrew
Dunn. Motion Passed. (6 Aves) One motion was made for 13.a and 13.b.
14. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
14.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.
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).
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
17. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 7:36 PM. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by Laura Bergus.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
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Attachments:Work Session Minutes: February 7
Item Number: 4.a.
February 21, 2023
Work Session Minutes: February 7
Date: February 10, 2023
To:Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk
Re:Council Work Session, February 7, 2023 – 5:14 p.m. at City Hall in Emma J Harvat Hall
Council: Alter, Bergus, Dunn, Harmsen, Taylor ,Teague, Thomas
P&Z: Signs, Hensch, Elliott, Townsend, Wade
Staff:Fruin, Jones, Kilburg, Goers, Fruehling, Sitzman, Russett, Bristow, Havel, Sovers,
Hightshoe, Davies, Ogden, Ralston, Liston, Knoche, Seydell-Johnson
USG: Zeimet, LeFevre
(A transcription is available in the City Clerk’s Office and the City website.)
1. Consultation with Planning & Zoning Commission regarding Orchard Rezoning
Mayor Teague gave a brief background on item and asked Commissioners to introduce themselves.
Individual Commissioners expressed their views on Orchard Rezoning. Council members asked
Commissioners questions regarding the rezoning. Council and Commissioners had discussions
regarding traffic impact and affordable housing concerns. City Manager Fruin and City Attorney
Goers provided additional information. MPOJC Executive Director Ralston answered traffic impact
questions and provided information.
2. Presentation from Mental Health providers
Talia Meidlinger, Executive Director of United Action for Youth and Sarah Nelson, CommUnity Crisis
Services CEO gave a PowerPoint presentation.
From Surgeon General
Factors that shape mental health of young people
Surgeon General in 2019
UAY Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
Mental Illness among Adults in U.S.
Suicidal Thoughts & Behavior Among Adults in US
Suicide in Iowa
Suicide in Johnson County 2021
Suicide in Johnson County 2022
Crisis Helplines -*988, Iowa Chat and U of I
Mobile Crisis Response (MCR)
How do Mental Health Challenges show up in our community?
Identified Gaps
Mental Health Disparities/Low-barrier Access
Community Resources
Individual Council members asked questions and expressed their views.
Council Work Session
February 7, 2023
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3. Annual Historic Planning Commission Report
Jessica Bristow, Historic Preservation Planner presented a PowerPoint presentation of the Annual
Historic Planning Commissions Annual Report.
Background
Iowa City Historic Preservation
Historic Preservation Commission 2022 General Information
3. National Register Properties – Altered, Moved or Demolished (36 Altered)
4./5. Properties designated in 2022
6. Locally designated properties – Altered, Moved or Demolished 2022
8.2 Assistance provided on preservation projects
8.2 - Historic Preservation Fund
8.3 Public Education and Outreach
9. Issues, Challenges and/or Successes
7. University of Iowa Student Government (USG) Updates.
Keaton Zeimet, USG Liaison and Noah LaFevre, USG Alternate Liaison, presented USG Updates.
4. Continuation of Budget discussion
City Manager Fruin highlighted IP5 Memo on FY 24 Budget Discussion from 2/2 Information Packet
answered questions from Council. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Staff action: Staff will prepare final budget documentation with inclusion of the 2.5 new positions
articulated in the memo (1.0 Human Rights, / .5 Communications, 1.0 City Manager’s Office). Staff
will begin to work with Human Resources to develop job descriptions and will prepare necessary
Council approvals prior to July 1. Please note that these positions may need to be held vacant for a
period of time depending on future property tax related legislation. No further changes to the budget
were directed and preparation of final forms can commence
5. Clarification of Agenda items
Councilors noted the new agenda format.
6. Information Packet Discussion [January 12, January 19, January 26, February 2]
January 12 – No discussion
January 26
1. (IP3 – Joint Emergency Communication Services Association (JECC) FY2022 Annual
Report) City Manager Fruin noted the annual report.
January 19
1. (IP9 – Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission: January 5) Councilor Alter asked
for clarification on consultant contracts. City Manager Fruin and City Attorney
Goers provided additional information.
January 26 (cont.)
2. (IP2 – Memo from Assistant Finance Director: Long-Term Debt Disclosure Report)
Councilor Bergus thanked staff for report.
February 2
1. (IP6 – Memo from City Manager: Review of City Council Pending Work Session
Topics) City Manager Fruin outlined the updated pending work session topic list.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Council Work Session
February 7, 2023
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Action: Staff will update the pending list to include a conversation about utilization of
ARPA dollars for Climate Action related projects. Staff will also add back in the
previous item related to the equitable distribution of parkland (removing the
rubberized surfacing portion of the that item). A new Pending List will be issued on
February 16th and Council is encouraged to begin to think about prioritization of
discussion items for the March and April work sessions.
The work session on February 21 will include a presentation from the ICCSD on their
pre-school wrap-around proposal (pending final confirmation from the ICCSD) and
will also include a conversation about Aid to Agency Legacy Agency spending
recommendations that are pending with HCDC. Staff will prepare a memo for the
February 16th IP outlining where HCDC is in the process, recommendations made to
date, pending recommendations prior to Council consideration and any relevant
policies or program documents governing the allocation of Aid to Agency dollars.
8. Council updates on assigned boards, commissions, and committees
Council provided updates during regular formal meeting.
Adjourn 5:47 p.m.
Attachments:Formal Summary of Minutes: February 7
Item Number: 4.b.
February 21, 2023
Formal Summary of Minutes: February 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
February 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, Thomas. Staff members present: Fruin, Jones, Kilburg,
Goers, Fruehling, Platz, Havel, Sovers, Clow, Welter, Sitzman, Ralston. USG: Zeimet,
LeFevre.
Call to Order
2. Proclamations
2.a Black History Month
The following individuals accepted the proclamation: Roger Lusala - Human Rights
Commissioner, Ismail Alnoun - Sudanese Community, Anne Kiche - Africa Community
Network Chairperson, Jean-Marie Otiom - Congolese Community Iowa Chairperson,
Monique Washington - community member, Marian Coleman - Black Voices Project,
Royceann Porter - Johnson County Board of Supervisors Chairperson, Mazahir Salih -
First Sudanese American elected in the US.
3. Consent Calendar - Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections,
as recommended by the City Clerk)
3.a Special Formal Summary of Minutes: January 24 (Executive Session)
3.b Work Session Minutes: January 24
3.c Special Formal Summary of Minutes: January 24
4. Consent Calendar - Receive and File Minutes
4.a Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission: January 5 [See Recommendation]
4.b Civil Service Commission: January 19
4.c Housing & Community Development Commission: November 17
4.d Human Rights Commission: November 22
4.e Library Board of Trustees: December 15
5. Consent Calendar - Permit Motions and Resolution (as recommended by the
City Clerk)
5.a Liquor License — Renewal
1. Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for Oyama Sushi Yan's Inc., dba
Oyama Sushi, 1853 Lower Muscatine Rd.
2. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Jobsite IC LLC, dba Jobsite, 928 Maiden
Ln.
3. Outdoor Service Area for Jobsite IC LLC, dba Jobsite, 928 Maiden Ln.
4. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Coach's Corner IC, LLC, dba Coach's
Corner, 749 Mormon Trek Boulevard
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5. Outdoor Service Area for Coach's Corner IC, LLC, dba Coach's Corner, 749
Mormon Trek Boulevard
6. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Etre Plaza Towers Restaurant LLC, dba
Formosa, 221 E. College St.
7. Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for Marcus Midwest, LLC, dba
Sycamore Cinema, 1602 Sycamore St.
8. Class B Retail Alcohol License for Acapulco Inc., dba Acapulco Grocery #2,
1937 Keokuk St.
9. Class E Retail Alcohol License for GB License, LLC, dba goPuff, 1907
Stevens Dr.
10. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Webster Restaurant LLC, dba The
Webster, 202 N. Linn St., Suite 101
6. Consent Calendar - Resolutions and Motions
6.a Motion to approve disbursements in the amount of $15,399,981.19 for the
period of December 1 through December 31, 2022, as recommended by the
Finance Director subject to audit. Disbursements are published and permanently
retained in the City Clerk's office in accordance with State Code.
6.b Resolution adopting a maximum indirect cost rate in Police and academic
researcher partnerships. (Resolution 23-27)
6.c Resolution accepting the work for the Melrose Court Sewer Improvements
Project. (Resolution 23-28)
6.d Resolution accepting the work for the Idyllwild Stormwater Drainage Diversion
Project. (Resolution 23-29)
6.e Resolution accepting the work for the 2022 Traffic Calming Project.
(Resolution 23-30)
6.f Resolution accepting the work for the Access Control Upgrade Project.
(Resolution 23-31)
6.g Resolution authorizing the acquisition of property interests necessary for
construction of the Court Street Reconstruction Project. (Resolution 23-32)
6.h Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest an
agreement between the City of Iowa City and USCOC of Greater Iowa, LLC to
use a portion of public right-of-way way for the installation, operation and
maintenance of a fiber optic communication system and electrical transmission
lines to facilitate operation of small cell wireless facilities. (Resolution 23-33)
6.i Resolution authorizing the procurement of three (3) new Pierce Enforcer Fire
Trucks. (Resolution 23-34)
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6.j Resolution approving a six-month extension of the Preliminary Plat and
Sensitive Areas Development Plan of Rollins Pass, Iowa City, Iowa.
(Resolution 23-35)
7. Consent Calendar - Setting Public Hearings
7.a Motion setting a public hearing for February 21, 2023 on an 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).
7.b Resolution setting a public hearing on February 21, 2023 on project manual
and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2023 Park Renovations 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-
36)
7.c Resolution setting public hearing on setting the maximum property tax levy for
certain levies for the proposed budget ending June 30, 2024. (Resolution 23-37)
8. End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve Consent Calendar, items 3 - 8. Moved by Pauline Taylor,
seconded by Laura Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
9. Community Comment [items not on the agenda (until 7 PM)]
The following individuals appeared: Judy Pfohl, Billie Townsend, Lori Benz.
Motion to accept correspondence from Judy Pfohl. Moved by Andrew Dunn,
seconded by Pauline Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Lori Benz. Moved by Pauline Taylor,
seconded by Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10. Planning & Zoning Matters
10.a Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 3.52 acres of land located
north of W. Benton Street and west of Orchard Street from Low Density Single -
Family Residential with a Planned Development Overlay (OPD/RS-5) and Riverfront
Crossing - Orchard (RFC -0) to Riverfront Crossing - Orchard (RFC -0). (REZ22-
0015)
A public hearing was held (continued form 1/24/23). Brian Boelk - Axiom Consultants,
Zach Feldman and Jered Hutter - Aptitude Development spoke on behalf of the
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development. The following individuals appeared: Ginny Rew, Cynthia Dietz, Elisa
Wallick, Cathy Fell, JoAnne Whitmore, Keaton Zeimet, Mary Knudson, Ken Rew, David
Tucker, and Mike Welch.
City Attorney Goers provided information regarding the protest of rezoning petitions filed
and noted in order to approve the first consideration there would need to be 6 votes in
the affirmative to pass. City Manager Fruin provided additional information. Individual
Council members expressed their views.
Motion to accept photos from Cynthia Dietz . Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by
Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Shawn
Harmsen. Motion Failed. (4 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Megan Blaue, Lindsay Alan Park, Paula
Swygard, Mary Beth Versgrove, Richard Anderson and Steve Wheeler. Protest of
rezoning forms were filed by the following: Ken and Ginny Rew (x2), Joseph Nelson,
Karen Eakes, Brady Cannon, Jeff Baker, Corey O'Brien, Elisa Wallick, Emily Phelan
(x4), Natalie McCleary, Ryan Megeff, Joe Nelson, David Roman (x2).. Moved by Laura
Bergus, seconded by Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.b Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 31.2 acres of property
located east of Camp Cardinal Road and north of Gathering Place Lane from
Interim Development Single -Family Residential (ID -RS) and Low Density Single -
Family Residential with a Planned Development Overlay (OPD/RS-5) to Medium
Density Single -Family Residential with a Planned Development Overlay (OPD/RS-
8). (REZ22-0012) (Second Consideration)
The following individual appeared: Steve Long representing Western Home.
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by
Shawn Harmsen. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 23-4895. Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded by
Pauline Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Michael Welch. Moved by Megan Alter,
seconded by Laura Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11. Regular Formal Agenda
11.a Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the
construction of the J Street Sanitary Sewer 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.
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A public hearing was held. Senior Engineer Welter presented a PowerPoint.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 23-38. Moved by John Thomas, seconded by Pauline
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11.b Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the
construction of the Gilbert Street Replacement Project [BRM -3715(667)--8N -52],
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. Special Projects Administrator Clow presented a PowerPoint.
Individual Council members expressed their views. City Attorney Goers provided
additional information.
Motion to approve Resolution 23 -39. Moved by Shawn Harmsen, seconded by
Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11.c Ordinance amending Title 8, entitled "Police Regulations", Chapter 5 entitled
"Miscellaneous Offenses", Section 9, entitled "Amateur Fighting and Boxing" by
adding an exception for boxing matches sanctioned by USA Boxing. (Second
Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by John
Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 23-4896. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by
Andrew Dunn. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
12. Council Appointments
12.a Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment (Iowa City Representative) - One
vacancy to fill a five-year term, January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025 (formerly
advertised).
Motion to appoint Andreas Wilz. Moved by Shawn Harmsen, seconded by Megan
Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
13. Announcement of Vacancies - New
13.a Civil Service Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, upon
appointment - April 6, 2026. (Ann Rhodes resigned) Correspondence included in
Council Packet.
Motion to accept correspondence from Ann Rhodes. Moved by Laura Bergus,
seconded by Pauline Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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14. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
14.a Senior Center Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, upon
appointment - December 31, 2023. (Karen Page resigned)
Senior Center Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, upon
Appointment - December 31, 2024. (Douglas Korty resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 14, 2023.
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).
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
17. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 8:21 PM. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Megan Alter.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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Kellie K. Freehling, C' y Clerk
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Attachments:Iowa City City Council/USG Town Hall Minutes: February 9
Item Number: 4.c.
February 21, 2023
Iowa City City Council/USG Town Hall Minutes: February 9