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Summary of Minutes
November 21, 2023 - 6:00 PM
Iowa City City Council formal meeting, held at City Hall - Emma J. Harvat Hall,
410 E. Washington St. Mayor Teague presiding. Council members present:
Alter, Bergus, Harmsen, Salih, Taylor, Teague, Thomas. Staff members
present: Fruin, Jones, Goers, Grace, Platz, Knoche, Havel, Sovers, Harland,
Dumachi, Hightshoe, Sitzman, Russett, Seydell Johnson, Gardner. USG:
Monsivais.
1. Call to Order
2. Special Presentations
2.a SolSmart Designation Presentation
Sarah Gardner, Climate and Outreach Coordinator, presenting.
3. Proclamations
3.a National Injury Prevention Day
Sara Nelson and Pam Hoogerwerf accepting.
3.b Transgender Day of Remembrance
Luck Kiche for Iowa City Pride and Doug Kollasch for the Human Rights
Commission accepting.
4. Consent Calendar - Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections,
as recommended by the City Clerk)
4.a Special Formal Summary of Minutes: November 6
4.b Work Session Minutes: November 6
4.c Formal Summary of Minutes: November 6
5. Consent Calendar - Receive and File Minutes
5.a Board of Adjustment: July 12
5.b Community Police Review Board: October 10 [See Recommendations]
5.c Historic Preservation Commission: October 12
5.d Parks & Recreation Commission: September 13 [See Recommendation]
5.e Planning & Zoning Commission: August 16 [See Recommendation]
5.f Planning & Zoning Commission: October 4 [See Recommendation]
5.g Planning & Zoning Commission: October 18 [See Recommendation]
5.h Public Art Advisory Committee: September 7
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6. Consent Calendar - Permit Motions and Resolution (as recommended by the
City Clerk)
6.a Liquor License — Renewal
1. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Kinseth Hospitality Company Inc., dba
Element by Westin, 314 S. Clinton St.
2. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Los Agaves Iowa City, Inc., dba
Los Agaves Mexican Grill, 2208 N. Dodge St.
3. Outdoor Service Area for Los Agaves Iowa City, Inc., dba Los
Agaves Mexican Grill, 2209 N. Dodge St.
4. Class C Retail Alcohol License for TLC Omnibus, Inc., dba Dandy
Lion, 111 S. Dubuque St.
5. Class C Retail Alcohol License for La Familia Ortiz, Inc., dba La
Rumba Latino Bar, 1859 Lower Muscatine
6. Class E Retail Alcohol License for Iowa CVS Pharmacy, L.L.C., dba
CVS/Pharmacy #8539, 201 S. Clinton St.
7. Class E Retail Alcohol License for Reif Oil Company, dba Iowa City
Fast Break, 2580 Naples Ave.
8. Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for, Pagliai Pizza, LLC,
dba Pagliai's Pizza, 302 E. Bloomington St.
7. Consent Calendar - Resolutions and Motions
7.a Resolution accepting the work for the PV Solar Array — Iowa City Public
Works Facility Project. (Resolution 23-297)
7.b Resolution accepting the work for the Orchard Street Reconstruction
Project. (Resolution 23-298)
7.c Resolution accepting the work for the Asphalt Resurfacing 2021
Project. (Resolution 23-299)
7.d Resolution accepting the work for the North Westminster Storm
Sewer Improvements Project. (Resolution 23-300)
7.e Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and City Clerk to attest a Chapter
28E agreement for the joint provision of underwater and recovery operations
(aka, a dive team). (Resolution 23-301)
7.f Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the
City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Iowa City Senior
Center Exterior Building Envelope Preservation, Restoration and
Rehabilitation Project. (Resolution 23-302)
7.g Resolution approving the City Street Finance Report for the fiscal year
ending June 30, 2023. (Resolution 23-303)
7.h Motion to accept the proposed FY25 budget for the Iowa City Downtown
District, as approved by the Iowa City Downtown District Advisory Board.
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7.i Motion to accept the proposed FY25 budget for the South of 6 Business
District, as approved by the South of 6 Advisory Board.
7.j Resolution approving, authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute and the
City Clerk to attest Amendment No. 1 to the May 2, 2023 Consultant
Agreement by and between the City of Iowa City and Strand Associates, Inc.,
of Madison, Wisconsin to provide engineering consultant services for the
Renewable Natural Gas Project. (Resolution 23-304)
7.k Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a 28E Agreement with
the Iowa Department of Revenue for tobacco enforcement. (Resolution 23-
305)
7.1 Resolution approving energy efficiency agreement between IC Burg, LLC, and
the City of Iowa City. (Resolution 23-306)
8. Consent Calendar - Setting Public Hearings
8.a Resolution setting public hearing for December 12, 2023, on a proposal
to convey a single-family home located at 320 N. Governor Street.
(Resolution 23-307)
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve consent calendar, items 4 - 8. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded
by Pauline Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
9. Community Comment [items not on the agenda (until 7 PM)]
The following individuals appeared: Andrew Dunn, Brandon Ross, Vincent
Shoppa, Quintin Bryant, Elly Hofmaier.
10. Planning & Zoning Matters
10.aOrdinance amending Title 14, Zoning to reduce the maximum allowable
height in the Neighborhood Stabilization Residential (RNS-12) zone from
thirty-five feet to twenty-seven (27) feet for single-family and duplex uses.
(REZ23-0005)
Development Coordinator Sitzman presented a PowerPoint. Individual Council
members asked questions. Senior Planner Russett provided additional information.
The following individuals appeared: Susan Shullaw, Jim Throgmorton, Sharon
DeGraw, Deanna Thomann, Susan Futrell, Nancy Carlson. City Attorney Goers
provided additional information. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to accept photos from Sharon DeGraw. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded
by Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to defer public hearing and first consideration to 12/12/23 . Moved by
Mazahir Salih, seconded by Pauline Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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Motion to accept correspondence from Northside Neighborhood Association's
Steering Committee, Jesse Singerman.. Moved by Shawn Harmsen, seconded
by Mazahir Salih. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.b Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code, to improve housing choice,
increase housing supply, and encourage housing affordability by adjusting
standards for Accessory Apartments. (REZ23-0001) (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by
Mazahir Salih. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt ordinance 23-4917. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by
John Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence Leslie Schwalm, Amy Charles, Mary Murphy..
Moved by Mazahir Salih, seconded by Laura Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11. Regular Formal Agenda
11.aResolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the
construction of the American Legion Road/First Avenue Landscaping Project,
establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City
Clerk to post notice to bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
Senior Engineer Harland presented a PowerPoint. Individual Council
members asked questions and expressed their views.
Motion to approve resolution 23-308. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Megan
Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11.bResolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the
construction of the City Park Festival Stage Improvements Project,
establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City
Clerk to post notice to bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
Parks & Recreation Director Seydell Johnson presented a PowerPoint. Individual
Council members asked questions. The following individual appeared: Nick
Lindsley.
Motion to approve resolution 23-309. Moved by Mazahir Salih, seconded by Megan
Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11.cResolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the
construction of the Dubuque Street Reconstruction Project, establishing
amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to post
notice to bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
Senior Engineer Dumachi presented a PowerPoint. City Manager Fruin and Public
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Works Director Knoche provided additional information. Individual Council members
asked questions and expressed their views.
Motion to approve resolution 23-310. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11.dPresentation on Phase One from the Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation
Commission.
Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Chair Chastity Dillard and Vice
Chair Lauren Lauren Merritt presented a PowerPoint. TRC members Chad
Simmons provided additional information. The following individuals appeared: Amos
Kiche, Eduardo Gonzalez, Annie Tucker. Individual Council members asked
questions and expressed their views.
12. Council Appointments
12.aHousing & Community Development Commission - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term, upon appointment -June 30, 2025. (Michael Eckhardt
resigned)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to defer to December 12, 2023. Moved by Mazahir Salih, seconded by
Shawn Harmsen. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
13. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
13.a Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2028. (Term expires for Heather
Flynn)
Airport Zoning Commission - One vacancy to fill a 6 -year term, January 1,
2024 - December 31, 2029. (Term expires for Dennis Keitel)
Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year term, January 1, 2024 -
December 31, 2028. (Term expires for Paula Swygard)
Board of Appeals - One vacancy to fill a five-year term, January 1, 2024
- December 31, 2028. (Term expires for Jim Walker)
Climate Action Commission - Three vacancies to fill three-year terms, January
1, 2024 - December 31, 2026. (Terms expire for Benjamin Grimm, Matt Krieger,
& Matthew Walter).
Human Rights Commission - Three vacancies to fill three-year terms, January
1, 2024 - December 31, 2026. (Terms expire for Roger Lusala, Bijou Maliabo, &
Kelsey Paul Shantz)
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Parks & Recreation Commission - Two vacancies to fill four-year terms,
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2027. (Terms expire for Melissa Serenda & Alex
Stanton)
Public Art Advisory Committee - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, upon
appointment - December 31, 2024. (Edward Boyken resigned)
Public Art Advisory Committee - Two vacancies (one at -large and one art or
design professional) to fill three - year terms, January 1, 2024 - December
31, 2026. (Terms expire for Jenny Gringer & Steven Miller)
Senior Center Commission - Two vacancies to fill three-year terms, January 1,
2024 - December 31, 2026. (Terms expire for Susan Mellecker & Nancy
Ostrognai)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, December 5, 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 Attorney Goers reported on various items.
16. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 8:48 PM. Moved by John Thomas, seconded by. Motion Passed.
(7 Ayes)
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City Clerk
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Item Number: 4.a.
CITY OF OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
November 21, 2023
Special Formal Summary of Minutes: November 6
Attachments: Special Formal Summary of Minutes: November 6
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City
Clerk's Office 356-5040.
Summary of Minutes
November 6, 2023
Iowa City City Council special formal meeting, 4:00 p.m. held at City Hall — Emma J.
Harvat Hall, 410 E. Washington Street. Mayor Teague presiding. Council members
present: Alter, Bergus, Dunn, Harmsen, Taylor, Teague, Thomas. Staff members
present: Fruin, Goers, Grace. Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and
unanimous.
Moved by Alter, seconded by Dunn, to adjourn to executive session to discuss as a
public employer, strategy regarding collective bargaining with city employee organizations,
as such discussion is exempt from the provisions of Iowa Code Chapter 21. The Mayor
declared the motion carried and adjourned into executive session 4:01 p.m.
Council returned to open session 5:34 p.m.
Moved by Thomas, seconded by Dunn, to adjourn special meeting 5:36 p.m.
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Kellie K. Grace, dity Cerk
Item Number: 4.b.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
November 21, 2023
Work Session Minutes: November 6
Attachments: Work Session Minutes: November 6
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
-'° �� MEMORANDUM
Date: November 14, 2023
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Grace, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, November 6, 2023 — 5:36 p.m. at City Hall in Emma J Harvat Hall
Council: Alter, Bergus, Dunn, Harmsen, Taylor, Teague, Thomas
Staff: Fruin, Jones, Goers, Grace, Platz
USG: Le Fevre
(A transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.)
1. Clarification of Agenda Items
No discussion.
2. Information Packet Discussion rOctober 19, October 26, November 21
No discussion.
3. University of Iowa Student Government (USG) Updates.
Noah Le Fevre, USG Liaison, presented updates.
4. Council updates on assigned boards, commissions, and committees
No discussion.
Adjourn 5:41 p.m.
Item Number: 4.c.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
November 21, 2023
Formal Summary of Minutes: November 6
Attachments: Formal Summary of Minutes: November 6
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
November 6, 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, Sovers, Clark, Durst,
Hightshoe, Sitzman, Russett, Lehmann, Kilburg. USG: LeFevre.
1. Call to Order
2. Proclamations
2.a CRPS Awareness Month and Color the World Orange Day
Maya Hanna accepting.
2.b National Apprenticeship Week
Bill Gerhard, Cole Eckhardt, Jasper Washington, Justin Mwandjlulu, Kaeden
Houser, and Ricky Matondo accepting.
3. Consent Calendar — Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections,
as recommended by the City Clerk)
3.a Work Session Minutes: October 17
3.b Special Formal Summary of Minutes: October 17
3.c Formal Summary of Minutes: October 17
4. Consent Calendar - Receive and File Minutes
4.a Airport Commission: August 10
4.b Historic Preservation Commission: September 14
4.c Housing & Community Development Commission: September 21
4.d Human Rights Commission: September 26
4.e Library Board of Trustees: September 28
4.f Senior Center Commission: September 21
5. Consent Calendar - Permit Motions and Resolution (as recommended by the
City Clerk)
5.a Liquor License - Renewal
1. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Corridor Underground Entertainment
Inc. dba Joystick, 13 S. Linn St. #10
2. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Corridor Liquor, Inc., dba
Sanctuary, 405 S. Gilbert St.
3. Class C Retail Alcohol License for IC Entertainment, L.C., dba
Bardot Iowa, 347 S. Gilbert St.
4. Class E Retail Alcohol License for KWIK TRIP, INC., dba Kwik Star #1142,
1907 Keokuk St.
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5. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Suzster, Inc., dba Club Car, The,
122 Wright St.
6. Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for India Cafe Corporation,
dba India Cafe, 227 E. Washington St.
7. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Etre Foods L.L.C., dba The Iowa
Chop House, 223 E. Washington St.
8. Special Class B Retail Native Wine License for Willow & Stock, LLC,
dba Willow & Stock, 207 N. Linn St.
5.b Liquor License -New
1. Class C Retail Alcohol License for TLP IA LLC, dba Turkey Leg Pit,
1610 Sycamore St.
2. Outdoor Service Area for TLP IA LLC, dba Turkey Leg Pit, 1610 Sycamore
St.
5.c Liquor License — Ownership Change
1. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Corridor Liquor, Inc., dba Sanctuary,
405 S. Gilbert St.
2. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Corridor Underground
Entertainment Inc., dba Joystick, 13 S. Linn St. #10
5.d Cigarette Permit — Name Change
1. Cigarette Permit for Mini Paradise Inc., dba Almost Paradise Mini, 125 S.
Dubuque St. (Resolution 23-284)
6. Consent Calendar — Resolutions and Motions
6.a Motion to approve disbursements in the amount of $16,534,513.64 for the period
of September 1 through September 30, 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 Administrative and Confidential pay plan by deleting
the position of Assistant City Manager from grade 31 and adding it to grade
30. (Resolution 23-285)
6.c Resolution amending the Administrative and Confidential pay plan by
deleting the position of Program Assistant — Public Works from grade 25 and
adding it to grade 26. (Resolution 23-286)
6.d Resolution accepting the work for the 2022 ADA Curb Ramp Project.
(Resolution 23-287)
6.e Resolution to remove Commission member Eric Harris from the Ad Hoc
Truth and Reconciliation Commission due to multiple unexcused absences.
(Resolution 23-288)
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7. Consent Calendar— Setting Public Hearings
7.a Motion to set a public hearing for November 21, 2023 on an ordinance
amending Title 14, Zoning Code, to reduce the maximum allowable height in
the Neighborhood Stabilization Residential (RNS-12) zone from thirty-five
(35) feet to twenty-seven (27) feet. (REZ23-0005).
7.b Resolution setting a public hearing on November 21, 2023 on project manual
and estimate of cost for the construction of the American Legion Road/First
Avenue Landscaping 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 23-289)
7.c Resolution setting a public hearing on November 21, 2023 on project manual
and estimate of cost for the construction of the City Park Festival Stage
Improvements Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing,
and directing the City Engineer to place said project manual on file for
public inspection. (Resolution 23-290)
7.d Resolution setting a public hearing on November 21, 2023 on project manual
and estimate of cost for the construction of the Dubuque Street
Reconstruction 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 23-291)
End of Consent Calendar
The following individuals appeared: Ja' Mondrae Black, Moses Levy, Darnell Jackson.
Motion to approve consent calendar, items 3-7. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by
Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
8. Community Comment [items not on the agenda (until 7 PM)]
The following individuals appeared: Janice Weiner, Shelly Maharry presenting "Community
Impact Award" received by the Iowa City Office of Equity and Human Rights.
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) (Pass & Adopt)
The following individuals appeared: Ninoska Campos, Jared Knote, Tania Diaz,
Paola Martinez, Paula Hernandez, Danixa Saravia, Jaiyo Guetes, Julio Salinas, and
Martha Norbeck. City Attorney Goers, City Manager Fruin and Neighborhood and
Development Services Director Hightshoe provided additional information. Individual
Council members expressed their views.
Motion to pass and adopt ordinance 23-4914. Moved by Shawn Harmsen, seconded
by Laura Bergus. Motion Passed. (5 Ayes)
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Motion to amend to establish a density bonus within the University impact area mid -
block for duplexes conditioned on one unit being income qualified affordable
housing. Moved by John Thomas, seconded by Andrew Dunn. Motion Failed. (3
Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Caitlin Owens and Susan Shullaw. . Moved
by Megan Alter, seconded by Andrew Dunn. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
9.b Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code, to improve housing choice,
increase housing supply, and encourage housing affordability by
adjusting standards for Accessory Apartments. (REZ23-0001)
Urban Planner Lehmann presented a PowerPoint. City Attorney Goers and City
Clerk Grace provided additional information. The following individuals appeared: Jim
Throgmorton, Martha Norbeck, Laura Westemeyer, Emily Sinwell, and William
Gorman. Individual Council members asked questions and expressed their views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded by Megan
Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Kelcey Patrick -Ferree, Northside
Neighborhood Association's Sterling Committee, and Chad Millbrook. Moved
by Andrew Dunn, seconded by Laura Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10. Regular Formal Agenda
10.a Resolution authorizing conveyance of a single-family home located at
2129 Taylor Drive.
Neighborhood and Development Services Director Hightshoe presented a PowerPoint.
Individual Council members asked questions and expressed their views.
Motion to approve resolution 23-292. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by Megan
Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.bResolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the
construction of the Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements Project,
establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City
Clerk to post notice to bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
Senior Engineer Clark presented a PowerPoint. Individual Council members asked
questions.
Motion to approve resolution 23-293. Moved by John Thomas, seconded by Pauline
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.cOrdinance amending Title 9, entitled "Motor Vehicles and Traffic," Chapter
3, entitled "Rules of the Road," Section 6, entitled "Speed Restrictions,"
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Subsection C, entitled "School Speed Zones," to modify the 20 MPH school
speed zone for Dodge Street. (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by
Andrew Dunn. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt ordinance 23-4915. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by
Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.d Ordinance amending Title 16, entitled "Public Works", Chapter 3, "City Utilities",
Article C, "Potable Water Use and Service", Section 1, "Definitions", and Section
3, "Connection to Distribution Water Main". (Pass & Adopt)
Motion to pass and adopt ordinance 23-4916. Moved by Shawn Harmsen, seconded
by Andrew Dunn. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.e Resolution authorizing the allocation of $500,000.00 State and Local Fiscal
Recovery Fund (SLFRF) funds for the purpose of a cost -share program to
promote lead reduction in drinking water.
Water Superintendent Durst presented information.
Motion to approve resolution 23-294. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.f Resolution approving preliminary funding recommendations under the
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) for Inclusive Economic Development
Support for Underestimated Businesses and Entrepreneurs.
Deputy City Manager Jones presented information and Neighborhood and
Development Director Hightshoe presented a PowerPoint. The following individuals
appeared: Bronis Perteit, Terrence Thames, Frederick Newell, Aminata Taylor, and
Simeon Talley. Individual Council members asked questions and expressed their
views.
Motion to approve resolution 23-295. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.g Resolution in support of manufactured housing park residents.
City Councilor Harmsen presented information. The following individuals appeared:
Candi Evans, Carol Graves, Jeff Ramsey, Judy McKillip, Sarah Furnish, Constance
Blakeslee (passed photo board around to Council), Maria C., Marcela Hurtado, and
Linda Parrish. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve resolution 23- 296. Moved by Shawn Harmsen, seconded
by Pauline Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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11. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
11.a Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
Housing and Community Development Commission - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term, upon appointment - June 30, 2025. (Michael Eckhardt
resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 14, 2023.
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year term,
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2028. (Term expires for Heather Flynn)
Airport Zoning Commission - One vacancy to fill a 6 -year term, January 1, 2024
- December 31, 2029. (Term expires for Dennis Keitel)
Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year term, January 1, 2024 -
December 31, 2028. (Term expires for Paula Swygard)
Board of Appeals - One vacancy to fill a five-year term, January 1, 2024 -
December 31, 2028. (Term expires for Jim Walker)
Climate Action Commission - Three vacancies to fill three-year terms, January
1, 2024 - December 31, 2026. (Terms expire for Benjamin Grimm, Matt Krieger,
& Matthew Walter).
Human Rights Commission - Three vacancies to fill three-year terms, January
1, 2024 - December 31, 2026. (Terms expire for Roger Lusala, Bijou Maliabo, &
Kelsey Paul Shantz)
Parks & Recreation Commission - Two vacancies to fill four-year terms, January
1, 2024 - December 31, 2027. (Terms expire for Melissa Serenda & Alex Stanton)
Public Art Advisory Committee - Two vacancies (one at- large and one art or
design professional) to fill three- year terms, January 1, 2024 - December 31,
2026. (Terms expire for Jenny Gringer & Steven Miller)
Public Art Advisory Committee - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, upon
appointment - December 31, 2024. (Edward Boyken resigned)
Senior Center Commission - Two vacancies to fill three-year terms, January 1,
2024 - December 31, 2026. (Terms expire for Susan Mellecker & Nancy
Ostrognai)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, December 5, 2023.
Historic Preservation Commission (E. College St.) - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term, upon appointment - June 30, 2024. (Cole Eckhardt Resigned)
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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.
12. City Council Information
13. Report on Items from City Staff
City Manager Fruin reported on various items.
14. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 9:26 PM. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Pauline Taylor.
Motion Passed. (7 Aves)
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