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Summary of Minutes
September 19, 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:
Bergus, Dunn (via Zoom), Harmsen, Taylor, Teague, Thomas. Council
members absent: Alter. Staff members present: Fruin, Jones, Goers, Grace,
Platz, Davies, Ogden, Sitzman, Russett, Lehmann, Knoche, Sovers. USG:
Le Fevre, Monsivais.
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: September 5
2.b Formal Summary of Minutes: September 5
3. Consent Calendar - Receive and File Minutes
3.a Climate Action Commission: August 7
3.b Community Police Review Board: August 8 [See Recommendation]
3.c Public Art Advisory Committee: August 3
4. Consent Calendar- Permit Motions and Resolution (as recommended by the
City Clerk)
4.a Liquor License — Renewal
1. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Aramark Sports and Entertainment
Services, LLC, dba Aramark, 456 Carver Hawkeye Arena
2. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Mondo's of Iowa City, Inc., dba
Joseph's Steakhouse, 212 S. Clinton St.
3. Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for Mondo's New Union
Brewery, LC, dba Reunion Brewery, 2319 Heinz Rd
4. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Bread Garden of Iowa City, L.C.
dba Bread Garden Market and Bakery, 225 S. Linn St.
5. Outdoor Service Area for Bread Garden of Iowa City, L.C. dba
Bread Garden Market and Bakery, 225 S. Linn St.
4.b Liquor License — New
1. Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for Iowa City Downtown Self
Supported Municipal Improve, dba Iowa City Downtown
District(Northside Oktoberfest), 200-300 Market St., 100 N. Linn St.
2. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Plated Table, dba Plated Table, 625
S. Dubuque St.
4.c Cigarette Permit— New
1. Cigarette Permit for JFMC LLC, dba The Pregame Lounge, 220 S. Van
Buren St. (Resolution 23-254)
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5. Consent Calendar - Resolutions and Motions
5.a Resolution Amending and Adopting FY2024 Interfund Transfers.
(Resolution 23-255)
5.b Resolution approving and adopting the new Purchasing Policy Manual for City
procurement. (Resolution 23-256)
5.c Resolution authorizing the procurement of Consulting Services to develop a
Bus Rapid Transit Feasibility Study. (Resolution 23-257)
5.d 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
Shive-Hattery, Inc., of Iowa City, Iowa to provide engineering consultant
services for the Landfill Equipment Building Replacement Project. (Resolution
23-258)
5.e Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City
Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Sturgis Ferry Park
Improvements and Southside Recycling Center Project. (Resolution 23-259)
5.f Resolution accepting the work for the Iowa City Public Works Material
Storage Bins Project. (Resolution 23-260)
5.g Resolution accepting the work for the Water Treatment Plant Front Meeting
Room AN Upgrades Project. (Resolution 23-261)
5.h Resolution approving an agreement with the Downtown District to allow the
sale, consumption, and possession of beer during Oktoberfest on City
streets. (Resolution 23-262)
6. Consent Calendar - Setting Public Hearings
6.a Resolution setting a public hearing on October 3, 2423 on project manual and
estimate of cost for the construction of the Iowa City Senior Center Exterior
Building Envelope Preservation, Restoration and Rehabilitation 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 23-263)
7. Consent Calendar - Correspondence
7.a Competitive Quotation Memorandum
End of Consent Calendar
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve consent calendar, items 2-7. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by
John Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
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8. Community Comment [items not on the agenda (until 7 PM)]
The following individuals appeared: Brandon Ross, Janice Weiner, Megan
Vollenweider, David Sterling, Vincent Shoppa, Brian Dahinden, Jennifer Sherer,
9. Planning & Zoning Matters
9.a Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code, to improve housing choice,
increase housing supply, and encourage housing affordability (REZ23-0001)
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented a
PowerPoint. Individual Council members asked questions. Senior Planner Russett,
Planner Lehmann, City Attorney Goers, and City Manager Fruin provided additional
information. The following individuals appeared: Linda McGuire, Jonathan Creech,
Chad Millbrook, Laura Recker, Rod Sullivan, Jim Throgmorton, Kelcey Patrick
Ferree, Tim F., Karen Kubby, Janice Weiner, Sharon DeGraw, Nancy Carlson, and
Jared Knote. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to accept correspondence from Nancy Carlson. Moved by Andrew Dunn,
seconded by Shawn Harmsen. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Shawn
Harmsen. Motion Passed. (5 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Amy Charles, Jim Throgmorton, Mary
Murphy, John Engelbrecht & Bev Brandt, Raymond Helmer, Tara Atkinson, Kyle
Nilson & Amanda Crosby Perry, Sandy Heisdorffer & Joan Jehle, Torin Brown &
Will Searfoorce, Kevin Anish & Philipp Deurer. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded
by John Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
9.b Ordinance rezoning property located at 715 N Dodge Street from Medium
Density Single- Family Residential with a Historic District Overlay (OHDIRS-
8) to OHDIRS -8 in order to designate the property as an Iowa City Historic
Landmark. (REZ23-0006)
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented a
PowerPoint. The following individuals appeared: Kevin Boyd, Karen Kubby, and
Regenia Bailey. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Sondra Smith & David Leshtz, Deborah Nye..
Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by John Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
10. Regular Formal Agenda
10.a Ordinance amending Title 3, entitled "Finance, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4,
entitled "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties",
of the City Code to increase or change charges and fees.
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A public hearing was held. Finance Director Davies presented information.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Shawn
Harmsen. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
10.b City budget amendment and certification resolution - FY 2024 - Amendment
#1.
A public hearing was held. Finance Director Davies presented a PowerPoint.
Individual Council members asked questions and expressed their views.
Motion to approve resolution 23-264. Moved by John Thomas, seconded by Shawn
Harmsen. Motion Passed. (5 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Vincent Shoppa. Moved by Shawn Harmsen,
seconded by John Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
10.c Ordinance amending Title 2, entitled "Human Rights," Chapter 1, entitled
"General Provisions," to eliminate the prohibition on landlords
discriminating against Housing Choice Voucher (aka, Section 8) holders.
(Pass & Adopt)
City Attorney Goers presented information. Individual Council members expressed
their views.
Motion to pass and adopt ordinance 23-4911. Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded by
Shawn Harmsen. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
11. Council Appointments
11.a Housing & Community Development Commission - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term, upon appointment - June 30, 2025. (Jennifer Haylett
resigned)
Individual Council members expressed their views. Motion to appoint Saranya
Subramanian.
11.b Parks & Recreation Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - December 31, 2026. (Doloris Mixon resigned)
Individual Council members expressed their views. Motion to appoint Caleb Recker.
Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Andrew Dunn to appoint applicants for 11.a
and 11 .b. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
12. Announcement of Vacancies - New
12.a Public Art Advisory Committee - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, upon
appointment - December 31, 2024. (Edward Boyken resigned) Correspondence
included in Council packet.
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Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M.; Tuesday, October 31, 2023.
Motion to accept correspondence from Edward Boyken. Moved by Laura Bergus,
seconded by Pauline Taylor. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
13. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
13.a Climate Action Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - December 31, 2025. (Elizabeth Fitzsimmons
resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 26, 2021
Human Rights Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment- December 31, 2025. (Suyun Channon resigned).
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M.; Tuesday, October 10, 2021
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,
14. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming
meetings, community events, and items of interest.
15. Report on Items from City Staff
City Manager Fruin provided updated Fare Free data as of August 2023.
16. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn 8:47 PM. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Pauline Taylor,
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
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Item Number: 2.a.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
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Work Session Minutes: September 5
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MEMORANDUM
Date: September 11, 2023
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Grace, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, September 5, 2023 — 4:01 p.m. at City Hall in Emma J Harvat Hall
Council: Alter, Bergus, Harmsen, Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Dunn
Staff: Fruin, Jones, Kilburg, Goers, Grace, Hightshoe, Seydell Johnson, Barker, Davies,
Morgan, Knoche, Havel, Sovers, Olson, Nagle-Gamm
USG: LeFevre, Monsivais
(A transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.)
1. FY25 Budget Discussion
City Manager Fruin gave a brief timeline for the budget review process and discussed the past,
current, and future fiscal climates. Fruin also noted items from the memo (IP3) in the 8/31
Information Packet and answered Council questions. Finance Director Davies provided additional
information. Individual council members expressed their views. Topic areas of emphasis
expressed by Councilors included:
o Permanent funding for fare free transit service
o Childcare
o Affordable housing — emphasis noted on chronically homeless
o Poverty reduction
o Quality of life initiatives
o Bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure
o Traffic safety
o Prevention and diversion of police calls for service
o Data analyst position in the Police Department
o Inclusive economic development initiatives
Action: A request was received for departments to speak to the performance goals in the budget
and why they are important to track for their operations in context of the Council's strategic plan.
Staff will consider whether this is best addressed in the budget document or in individual budget
presentations. No specific new budget goals were established but general consensus remained
focused on ensuring funding strategies are identified for the action items in the Strategic Plan.
2. Quarterly American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA-SLRF) update
City Manager Fruin briefly discussed and highlighted the cover memo distributed in the late
handouts from the 9/5 Supplemental Agenda. Neighborhood & Development Services Director
Hightshoe reviewed the remaining information from the memo (IP4) in the 8/31 Information Packet.
Individual Council members asked questions and expressed their views. The following points were
noted from the discussion:
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o Comments were received related to energy efficiency and renewable energy programs
for manufactured homes.
o Comments were received asking staff to consider proportionality in the proposed SSMID
grants and perhaps more specificity for uses that provide long-term benefits to the
community.
o Interest was expressed to learn more about the skate park project and current and
projected usage of the facility with the upcoming renovation.
Action: Staff will coordinate with the Shelter House on a memo updating the Council and public in
the eviction prevention initiative.
3. Clarification of Agenda Items
Mayor Pro Tem Alter requested to pull item 6.e North First Avenue Improvements from the consent
agenda for separate consideration.
4. Information Packet Discussion [August 17, August 24, August 311
➢ August 17 — No discussion.
➢ August 24 — No discussion.
➢ August 31
1. (IP7: Iowa City Strategic Plan Progress Report: August 2023) Councilor Harmsen
encouraged folks to look over the report and noted that the transit ridership is up over
50%. Transportation Director Nagle Gamm provided additional information. Councilor
Bergus discussed the possibility of developing metrics that can accompany strategic
plan updates.
Action: Staff urged Council to consider a work session to talk through specific
expectations for such an initiative.
2. (IP5: Pending City Council Work Session Topics) Mayor Pro Tem Alter requested to
have invite School District for update on Universal Pre -K as well as other
stakeholders in the community. Mayor Teague requested to have that on next Joint
Entities meeting item. City Manager Fruin confirmed Councilor Thomas' suggestions
on an additional work session for the Land Use discussion and the community forum
on traffic safety. Mayor Pro Tem requested and update on Violence Intervention
group.
Action: Staff will note the desire to include a childcare initiative update at the next
Joint Entities meeting. This would include an update from the ICCSD on their pre-
school initiative, as well as updates from those involved in the local childcare
coalition. Staff will also add the following to the Pending List of work session topics:
o Discussion on the impact of land use decisions on long-term City financial health
o Discussion on traffic safety
It was noted that this may be a good time to schedule an update from the local
violence intervention team (currently on the Pending List)
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5. University of Iowa Student Government (USG) Updates.
Noah LeFevre, USG Liaison, and Matthew Monsivais, USG Alternate Liaison presented updates.
6. Council updates on assigned boards, commissions, and committees
Council members reported on various assigned boards, commissions, and committees.
Adjourn 5:27 p.m.
Item Number: 2.b.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
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Formal Summary of Minutes: September 5
Attachments: Formal Summary of Minutes: September 5
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
September 5, 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, Goers, Grace, Platz, Knoche, Havel, Sovers, Yoder,
Olson, Hightshoe, Sitzman, Seydell Johnson, Barker, Nagle-Gamm. USG:
LeFevre, Monsivais.
1. Call to Order
2. Proclamations
2.a Constitution Week - Sharolyn Evans accepting.
2.b Freedom to Read Month - Sam Helmick, Iowa City Public Library, accepting.
2.c Welcoming Week - Shelly Morgan accepting.
3. Consent Calendar - Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections,
as recommended by the City Clerk)
3.a Work Session Minutes: August 15
3.b Formal Summary of Minutes: August 15
4. Consent Calendar - Receive and File Minutes
4.a Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission: July 20
4.b Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission: August 1
4.c Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission: August 2
4.d Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission: August 3
4.e Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission: August 17
4.f Historic Preservation Commission: July 13
4.g Human Rights Commission: June 27
4.h Library Board of Trustees: July 27
4.i Parks & Recreation Commission: July 12
4.j Planning & Zoning Commission: August 2 [See Recommendation]
4.k Senior Center Commission: July 20
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 Iowa Ave. Hospitality, LLC, dba Scouts
Honor, 219 Iowa Ave.
2. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Iowa Ave. Hospitality, LLC, dba
Camp, 217 Iowa Ave.
5.b Liquor License - Renewal
1. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Restaurante Mexicano EI Senor Cactus
Inc., dba EI Senor Cactus, 1534 S. Gilbert St.
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2. Class .B Retail Alcohol License for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Fast &
Fresh #1, 260 Stevens Dr.
3. Class C Retail Alcohol License for FilmScene, dba FilmScene, 404 E.
College St.
4. Outdoor Service Area for FilmScene, dba FilmScene, 404 E. College St.
5. Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for Prairie Lights Books, Inc.,
dba Times Club at Prairie Lights, 15 S. Dubuque St.
6. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Green Bar, LLC, dba The Green
House, 505 E. Washington St.
7. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Caffrey, Inc., dba DC's, 124
S. Dubuque St.
8. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Mexico Wayne's LLC, dba
Short's Burgers -Eastside, 521 Westbury Dr.
9. Outdoor Service Area for Mexico Wayne's LLC, dba Short's
Burgers -Eastside, 521 Westbury Dr.
10. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Short's Burger & Shine LLC,
dba Short's Burger and Shine, 18 S Clinton St.
11. Class C Retail Alcohol License for McQuiggan's on 1 LLC, dba
Hudson's South Side Tap, Highway 1 West, Suite 482
12. Outdoor Service Area for McQuiggan's on 1 LLC, dba Hudson's
South Side Tap, Highway 1 West, Suite 482
6. Consent Calendar - Resolutions and Motions
6.a Motion to approve disbursements in the amount of $18,328,990.83 for
the period of July 1 through July 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.
6.b Resolution amending the budgeted positions in the Engineering Division of
the Public Works Department and the Confidential, Administrative, and
Executive pay plan by adding one full-time Senior Facilities Design and
Construction Manager position, grade 29. (Resolution 23-236)
6.c Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an agreement with The
Housing Fellowship to construct a single-family home at 724 Ronalds Street
for affordable housing. (Resolution 23-237)
6.d Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the
City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Mercer Park and City
Park Court Renovation Project. (Resolution 23-238)
6.e Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the
City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the North First Avenue
Improvements Project.
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City Engineer Havel presented a PowerPoint. Individual Council members
asked questions.
Motion to approve resolution 23-249. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by Shawn
Harmsen. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
6.f Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City
Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the 2023 Equipment Shop Roof
Replacement Project. (Resolution 23-239)
6.g Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the
City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Wastewater Roof
Improvements Project. (Resolution 23-240)
6.h Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a Memorandum of
Understanding with the Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County, Inc. for
the contribution and use of $500,000 for affordable housing.
(Resolution 23-241)
6.1 Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a memorandum of
understanding with the Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County for
the contribution and use of $200,000 for Low Income Housing Tax
Credit projects. (Resolution 23-242)
6.j Resolution approving a process to allow select City owned properties to
be eligible for the Bow Hunt Program. (Resolution 23-243)
6.k Resolution Approving Final Plat of Melrose Commercial Park, a
Resubdivision of Lots 1 and 2 of IWV Commercial Park, Iowa City, Iowa.
(SUB23-0003) (Resolution 23-244)
6.1 Resolution Approving Final Plat of Timber Valley Run Subdivision, a
Resubdivision of Lot 2 of Press -Citizen Addition, Iowa City, Iowa.
(SUB23-0004) (Resolution 23-245)
6.m Resolution authorizing the procurement of lighting for Mercer Ball Park
Field #1. (Resolution 23-246)
7. Consent Calendar - Setting Public Hearings
7.a Motion setting a public hearing for September 19, 2023 to consider an
ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code, to improve housing choice,
increase housing supply, and encourage housing affordability. (REZ23-0001)
7.b Motion setting a public hearing for September 19, 2023 to consider an
ordinance rezoning property located at 715 N Dodge Street from Medium
Density Single -Family Residential with a Historic District Overlay (OHD/RS-
8) to OHD/RS-8 in order to designate the property as an Iowa City Historic
Landmark. (REZ23-0006)
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7.c Resolution setting a public hearing for September 19, 2023 on an
ordinance amending Title 3, entitled "Finance, Taxation and Fees," Chapter
4, entitled "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties,
of the City Code to increase or change charges and fees.
(Resolution 23-247)
7.d Resolution setting a public hearing on September 19, 2023 on amending
the Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget. (Resolution 23-248)
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve consent calendar, items 3 - 7 removing item 6.e for separate
consideration. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by Andrew Dunn. Motion Passed. (7
Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence for item 6.d from the following: Janet Roe, Dan
Handler, Shelly Deutsch, Sharon Beck. Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
8. Community Comment [items not on the agenda (until 7 PM)]
The following individual appeared: Jeremy Endsley.
9. Planning & Zoning Matters
9.a Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 1.63 acres of land located
at 614, 622, and 630 Orchard Court from Low Density Single -Family
Residential with a Planned Development Overlay (OPD/RS-5) to Riverfront
Crossing — Orchard (RFC -0). (REZ23-0004) (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by Shawn Harmsen, seconded by
Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt ordinance 23-4907. Moved by Shawn Harmsen, seconded
by Laura Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Michael Welch. Moved by Andrew Dunn,
seconded by Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10. Regular Formal Agenda
10.a Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the
construction of the 2023 City of Iowa City Parking Garages Maintenance and
Repair Mechanical 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 Yoder presented a PowerPoint.
Motion to approve resolution 23-250. Moved by John Thomas, seconded by Pauline
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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10.bResolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the
construction of the 2023 City of Iowa City Parking Garages Maintenance and
Repair Structural 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 Yoder presented a PowerPoint.
Individual Council members asked questions.
Motion to approve resolution 23-251. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Andrew
Dunn. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.cResolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the
construction of the Gilbert Street Bridge 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 Olson presented a PowerPoint.
Individual Council members asked questions. City Manager Fruin and City
Attorney Goers provided additional information.
Motion to approve resolution 23-252. Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded by Megan
Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.dOrdinance amending Title 2, entitled "Human Rights," Chapter 1, entitled
"General Provisions," to eliminate the prohibition on landlords
discriminating against Housing Choice Voucher (aka, Section 8) holders.
(Second Consideration)
City Attorney Goers provided information. The following individual appeared:
Jeremey Endsley. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to give second consideration. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Megan
Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to amend the proposed ordinance with the addition of trigger language
allowing the ordinance to be immediately enforceable upon repeal of Iowa
code section 364.3(16) or court invalidation of that statute. Moved by Andrew
Dunn, seconded by Shawn Harmsen. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.e0rdinance amending Title 18, entitled "Site Plan Review," Chapter 2,
entitled "Procedures and Submittal Requirements," to extend the time a site
plan remains valid. (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 23-4908. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by
Laura Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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10.f Ordinance amending Title 8, Entitled "Police Regulations," Chapter 5, Entitled
"Miscellaneous Offenses," to specify the criminal penalty for disorderly house
violations. (Pass and Adopt)
Motion to pass and adopt ordinance 23-4909. Moved by John Thomas, seconded by
Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Bergus voting no.
10.g Ordinance Amending Title 3, Finances, Taxation and Fees, Chapter 4,
Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties, Section 8,
Parking to add a new fee for electric vehicle charging. (Pass and Adopt)
Motion to pass and adopt ordinance 23-4910. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by
Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.hResolution authorizing staff to proceed to public input and design
development for replacement of City Park Pool.
Andrew Caputo, Williams Architects and Chris Seris, Counsilman -Hunsaker along
with Parks and Recreation Director Seydell Johnson presented a PowerPoint.
Individual Council members asked questions. City Manager Fruin provided
additional information. The following individual appeared: Mazahir Salih. Individual
Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve resolution 23-253. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Andrew
Dunn. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.i Resolution adopting an assessment schedule for court ordered fencing at 91
Commercial Drive and directing the Clerk to certify the same to the Johnson
County Treasurer for collection in the same manner as property taxes.
City Attorney Goers provided information. Individual Council members expressed
their views.
Motion to defer to October 3. Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded by Shawn
Harmsen. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11. Council Appointments
11.aCommunity Police Review Board - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - June 30, 2026. (Stuart Vander Vegte resigned)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Jessica Hobart. Moved by John Thomas, seconded by Megan
Alter. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Dunn voting no.
12. Announcement of Vacancies - New
12.aHuman Rights Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - December 31, 2025. (Suyun Channon resigned).
Correspondence included in Council packet.
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Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, October 10, 2023.
Motion to accept correspondence from Suyun Channon. Moved by Megan Alter,
seconded by Laura Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
13. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
13.aClimate Action Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - December 31, 2025. (Elizabeth Fitzsimmons
resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 26, 2023.
Housing & Community Development Commission - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term, upon appointment - June 30, 2025 (Jennifer Haylett resigned).
Parks & Recreation Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - December 31, 2023 (Doloris Mixon resigned).
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 12, 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.
14. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming
meetings, community events, and items of interest.
15. Report on Items from City Staff
City Manager Fruin pointed out items from the consent agenda noting there was a
lot going on outside of the items on the regular agenda.
16. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 8:32pm.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded by Pauline Taylor.
City CI'erk
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