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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
APRIL 21, 2015
Iowa City City Council regular meeting 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims, Pane,
Throgmorton. Absent: Dickens. Staff members present: Fruin, Andrew, Dilkes, Karr,
Hightshoe, Miklo, Boothroy, O'Brien, Knoche, Morris, Bockenstedt, Scott.
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Grant Wood Elementary
students: Amari Cookes, Gabriel Etuma, and Jordan Sekafetz.
The Mayor proclaimed: April as Bicycle Month, Larry Fitzpatrick, Think Bicycles
Johnson County accepting; Earth Day — April 22; National Crime Victims' Right Week —
April 19-25, Police Lt. Brotherton accepting.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, that the items and recommendations in the
Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended and to delete
Item 4d(3), Final Plat Churchill Meadows; and to remove Item 4d(7), First Ave. Grade
Separation Agreements for separate consideration:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: April 7 Work Session; April 7 Formal Official & Complete; April 15 Special
Formal Official & Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Airport
Commission— February 19; Board of Adjustment — February 11; Citizens Police
Review Board— March 10; Historic Preservation Commission — March 12; Planning
and Zoning Commission — February 3; Senior Center Commission — February 19.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class A Liquor License for Iowa City Lodge No. 1096, dba Loyal Order of
Moose Lodge Number 1096, 3151 HWY 6 E.; Class C Liquor License for Saloon IC,
Inc., dba Saloon, 112 E. College; Class C Liquor License for First Avenue
Productions, Inc., dba First Avenue Club, 1550 South First Ave.; Class C Liquor
License for Jimmy Jack Mac, Inc., dba Basta, 121 Iowa Ave.; Class C Liquor
License for Kennedy Investments Inc., dba Vine Tavern & Eatery, The, 330 E.
Prentiss; Class C Liquor License for Sams Pizza IC Inc., dba Sams Pizza IC, Inc.,
441 S. Gilbert St.; Class C Liquor License for Column, Inc., dba Sports Column, 12
S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Caffery, Inc., dba DC's, 124 S. Dubuque
St.; Outdoor Service Area for Graze Iowa City LLC., dba Graze, 115 E. College St.;
Outdoor Service Area for High Ground Cafe LLC., dba High Ground Cafe, 301
Market St.; Outdoor Service Area for Saloon IC Inc., dba Saloon, 112 E. College
St.; Outdoor Service Area for Corner of the Meadow, Inc., dba Motley Cow Cafe,
160 N. Linn St.; Outdoor Service Area for Morrowco LLC., dba Pita Pit, 113 Iowa
Ave.; Outdoor Service Area for Iowa City Coffee Company, dba Java House 211 Y2
Washington St.; Outdoor Service Area for Iowa City Coffee Company, dba Heirloom
Salad Company, 211 Washington St.; RES. 15-107, TO ISSUE DANCING PERMIT
to Iowa City Lodge No 1096, dba Loyal Order of Moose Lodge Number 1096, 3151
HWY 6 E., and First Avenue Productions, Inc., dba First Avenue Club, 1550 South
First Ave.; Permanent- Transfer Class E Liquor License for Hy -Vee Inc., dba Hy -Vee
#3, 1201 N. Dodge to 1125 N. Dodge. New: Class C Beer Permit for Hy -Vee, Inc.,
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dba Hy -Vee #3 Gas, 1103 N. Dodge St.; Class C Liquor License for Hy -Vee, Inc.,
dba Hy -Vee, Market Cafe, 1125 N. Dodge St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 15-108, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO SIGN AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONSULTANT AGREEMENT WITH
MCLAUGHLIN WHITEWATER DESIGN GROUP FOR THE IOWA RIVER
RESTORATION / BURLINGTON STREET DAM MODIFICATION PROJECT TO
REVISE THE SCOPE OF SERVICES AND TO SIGN A GRANT AGREEMENT WITH
THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES; RES. 15-109,
AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO MAKE APPLICATION FOR FUNDING
ASSISTANCE FROM THE STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF IOWA FOR THE
RESTORATION OF THE OLD SETTLERS' ASSOCIATION LOG CABINS IN UPPER
CITY PARK AND TO SIGN GRANT AGREEMENT IF AWARDED; RES. 15-110,
AWARDING CONTRACT to L.L. Pelling for $689,782.10 AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT 2015; RES. 15-
111, AWARDING CONTRACT to City Construction Group for $840,100.00 AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE CITY HALL LOBBY, REVENUE,
HARVAT HALL & NDS 2015 RENOVATION PROJECT; RES. 15-112, ACCEPTING
THE WORK FOR THE 2014 SUMMER SIDEWALK REPAIR PROJECT; RES. 15-
113, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH PUBLIC ACCESS TELEVISION,
INC. TO EXTEND THE TERM; RES. 15-114, IN SUPPORT OF THE APPLICATION
OF VAN PATTEN HOUSE LLC FOR WORKFORCE HOUSING TAX INCENTIVES
PROGRAM FROM THE IOWA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO
CONSTRUCT RESIDENTIAL HOUSING AT 9 S. LINN STREET AND
COMMITTING LOCAL FUNDS TO THE PROJECT.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 15-115, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR MAY 5,
2015, ON A PROPOSAL TO CONVEY A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 403
DOUGLASS COURT; Set a public hearing for May 5 on a resolution approving an
amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to add the area generally bounded by
Clinton Street, Jefferson Street, Bloomington Street and Dubuque Street to the
Central Planning District; set a public hearing for May 5 on a resolution approving
an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to add portions of blocks north of Iowa
Avenue and east of Gilbert Street; and portions of blocks east of Van Buren Street
and north of Burlington Street to the Central Planning District; RES. 15-116,
SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON MAY 5, 2015 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
OF THE IOWA CITY PARKING GARAGE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM 2015
PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING,
AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR
PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 15-117, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON
AMENDING THE FY2015 OPERATING BUDGET.
Correspondence: Tim Weitzel: Housing Policy; Traffic Engineering Planner:
Installation of centerline and edge lines on Highland Avenue between Keokuk Street
and Gilbert Street; Traffic Engineering Planner: Installation of (1) NO PARKING
CORNER TO HERE sign on the northeast corner of the intersection of Bradford
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Drive and Wade Street; Traffic Engineering Planner: Installation of (1) NO
PARKING HERE TO CORNER sign on the southeast corner of the intersection of
Dover Street and Perry Court; Jacqueline & Matthieu Biger, Sarah Clark, Liz & Ryan
Maas, Linda McGuire, Susan Shullaw, Susanna Strode, John Thomas, Chris Welu-
Reynolds: School Closures [IP 4/16; Item # 4]; Old Settler's Association cabins:
Bobby Jett [agenda item # 4d(2)].
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-118, AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER, OR DESIGNEE, TO APPROVE REIMBURSEMENT FOR
UTILITY RELOCATIONS IN THE FIRST AVENUE GRADE SEPARATION PROJECT.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted 5/0/1, Payne abstaining, Dickens absent.
Roger Knight, Jr., 320 E. Washington St., appeared regarding affordable housing;
Mediacom; potholes; Senior Center; and storage for personal belongings of downtown
homeless. Henry Madden, 1018 Marcy Street, appeared regarding the proposed
Chauncey development at the corner of Gilbert and College Street. Caroline Dieterle
asked Council to reexamine conscience and attitude regarding remarks concerning the
Planning and Zoning Commission.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning 4.26 acres of property from Low
Density Single Family (RS -5) Zone to Mixed Use (MU) Zone located at the northeast
corner of Dubuque Rd and north Dodge Street. (REZ15-00002) NDS Sr. Planner Miklo
presented a power point. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Mayor
Hayek requested Council Members disclose any ex parte communications, and none
were reported. Jason Harder, representing the applicant Focus Commercial, appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, that the ordinance rezoning 4.26 acres of
property located at the northeast corner of Dubuque Rd. and N. Dodge Street. from Low
Density Single Family (RS -5) Zone to Mixed Use (MU) Zone (REZ15-00002), be given
first vote.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, that the rule requiring ordinances to be
considered and voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting
at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be
waived, and that ORD. 15-4616, CONDITIONALLY REZONING APPROXIMATELY 1.36
ACRES LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF MUSCATINE AVENUE AND
SCOTT BOULEVARD FROM LOW DENSITY SINGLE FAMILY (RS -5) ZONE TO LOW
DENSITY MULTI -FAMILY (RM -12) (REZ14-00008), be voted on for final passage at
this time. Mayor Hayek requested Council Members disclose any ex parte
communications, and none were reported. Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway,
that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-119, APPROVING
PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLATS OF SILVER SLOPE, PARTS ONE AND TWO,
IOWA CITY, IOWA. NDS Sr. Planner Miklo presented a power point. Individual Council
Members expressed their views.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving a purchase agreement between
the City of Iowa City and Ronald Wade Trust for Lot 7 of the North Airport Development
Subdivision, authorizing conveyance in accordance therewith, and rescinding resolution
No. 14-325. No one appeared.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 15-120, APPROVING A
PURCHASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND RONALD
WADE TRUST FOR LOT 7 OF THE NORTH AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT
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SUBDIVISION AND AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE IN ACCORDANCE THEREWITH,
AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 14-325.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2015 Landfill Chemical Storage
Building Replacement Project, establishing amount of bid security to accompany each
bid, directing City Clerk to publish notice to bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt
of bids. No one appeared.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-121, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2015 LANDFILL CHEMICAL STORAGE BUILDING
REPLACEMENT PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO
ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO
BIDDERS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the East Harrison Street
Reconstruction Project, establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid,
directing City Clerk to publish notice to bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt of
bids. No one appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 15-122, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE EAST HARRISON STREET RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH
BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS, AND FIXING
TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution instituting proceedings to take additional
action for the issuance of not to exceed $6,500,000 General Obligation Bonds. Finance
Director Bockenstedt present for discussion.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-123, INSTITUTING
PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $6,500,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution instituting proceedings to take additional
action for the issuance of not to exceed $750,000 General Obligation Bonds. No one
appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-124, INSTITUTING
PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $750,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution instituting proceedings to take additional
action for the issuance of not to exceed $700,000 General Obligation Bonds. No one
appeared.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-125, INSTITUTING
PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $700,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution instituting proceedings to take additional
action for the issuance of not to exceed $150,000 General Obligation Bonds. No one
appeared. No one appeared.
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Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, to adopt RES. 15-126, INSTITUTING
PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $150,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution instituting proceedings to take additional
action for the issuance of not to exceed $700,000 General Obligation Bonds. No one
appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-127, INSTITUTING
PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $700,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-128, DIRECTING THE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR SALE OF $7,785,000 (DOLLAR AMOUNT SUBJECT TO
CHANGE) GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2015, AND APPROVING
ELECTRONIC BIDDING PROCEDURES.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, that the rule requiring ordinances to be
considered and voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting
at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be
waived, and that ORD. 15-4617, AMENDING TITLE 1, ADMINISTRATION, CHAPTER
8, ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE DEPARTMENTS, SECTION 1-8-1, ADMINISTRATIVE
SERVICE DEPARTMENTS ORGANIZED: TO UPDATE THE TITLES OF
DEPARTMENTS AND THE HEADS THEREOF AND TO EXTEND THE POWERS AND
DUTIES OF THE FORMER POSITIONS TO THE REVISED POSITIONS, be voted on
for final passage at this time. Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, that the ordinance
be finally adopted at this time.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-129, AMENDING THE
BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE TRANSPORTATION AND RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT AND PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT AND
AMENDING THE CORRESPONDING PAY PLAN.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, that ORD. 15-4618, AMENDING TITLE 9,
ENTITLED "MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC," CHAPTER 4, ENTITLED "PARKING
REGULATIONS," TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS FOR FOOD TRUCK VENDING ON
CITY STREETS, be passed and adopted. The following individuals appeared: Anthony
Browne; Roger Knight, Jr.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 15-130, ESTABLISHING
FEES FOR FOOD TRUCK PERMITS.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Mims, that the ordinance amending the Iowa City
Charter Preamble, and Article II (City Council) Section 2.06 (Mayor), Article III
(Nomination, Primary Election and Regular Election) Section 3.01 (Nomination), Article IV
(City Manager) Section 4.02 (Accountability; Removal), Article V (Boards, Commissions
and Committees), Section 5.01 (Establishment) and Section 5.02 (Appointment;
Removal), Article VI (Campaign Contributions and Expenditures) Section 6.03 (Definition)
and Article VII (Initiative and Referendum) as recommended by the Charter Review
Commission, be given first vote. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
The Mayor noted the following vacancies on Boards and Commissions: Airport
Zoning Brd. of Adjustment for a five-year term January 1, 2014 — December 31, 2018
(Formerly advertised; Full term); Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment for a five-year term
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2016. (Formerly advertised; Full term); Appeals,
Board of, for a five-year term January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018 (Formerly
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advertised; Full term); Historic Preservation Commission, for a Jefferson St.
representative to fill three-year terms, March 29, 2013 — March 29, 2016 (New District
formed). Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 29, 2015.
Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional notices after a period of six
publications; but will continue to advertise vacancies with postings and on the Council
agenda. However, no additional publication costs will be incurred.]
Council Member Botchway reminded the public of the special event during National
Crime Victims' Rights Week on Wednesday April 22 at the Iowa City Robert A. Lee
Recreation Center "Engaging Communities / Empowering Victims".
Council Member Payne noted "Earth Day" observances and to check the City
website for events.
Mayor Hayek reported that the City had received very good responses from the
survey of coaches, NCAA staff, and committee officials following Iowa City hosting the
NCAA swimming and diving championships.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, to adjourn meeting 8:15 p.m.
Matthew J. ay k, Mayor
Ma 'ran K. Karr, City Clerk
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MEMORANDUM
Date: April 15, 2015
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, April 7, 2015, 5:00 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Botchway, Dickens, Hayek, Mims, Payne, Throgmorton. Absent: Dobyns
UISG: McCarthy
Staff: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, Karr, Bockenstedt, Yapp, Ford, O'Brien, Knoche, Havel,
Hall, Elias, Hightshoe, Hart, Jennings, Boothroy, Rackis
A transcription and power points are available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.
QUESTIONS FROM COUNCIL REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
1. (Agenda item # 6a and Consent Calendar # 4e(10) — rezoning Hieronymus property at
Muscatine and Scott...) In response to Council Member Payne, City Clerk Karr
explained that an error was discussed in the publication notice and poste agenda item
and staff was recommending a second hearing be held on April 15th and considerations
restarted; staff will be recommending expedited action on April 21.
2. (Consent Calendar item # 4d(4) — North Plant Salvage and Demolition ... Wastewater
Treatment Plant Relocation ....) In response to Council Member Payne, Public Works
Dir. Knoche reported that one reason the demolition bid came in lower was because the
mercury abatement portion estimated at $2.5 million, was removed from the project and
done for about $2 million. Staff was reviewing the design for possible use of the savings
for grading and trail work or stabilization along the creek.
3. (Consent Calendar item # 4d(1)... Normandy Drive Restoration Phase II IB ... ) Public
Works Dir. Knoche noted a change in the bid price on the resolution and the agenda and
confirmed the price of $223,030.55
4. (Consent Calendar item # 4f(4) — Iowa City Telecommunications Commission... ) In
response to Mayor Hayek, the City Manager stated that decertification of Alliance
Technologies was in process and that removal would increase payments coming back to
the City through August 2018; someone new could get a statewide franchise and
reduce that amount. The City Manager reported that there has been interest expressed
but discussion was in the informal stages; noting the public is interested in seeing
competition with our current franchisee.
5. (Consent Calendar item # 4d(7) — AFSCME Contract... and # 4d(9) Police Labor
Contract ... ) In response to Mayor Pro tem Mims, the City Manager noted the changes
in the contracts were included in the memo from the Human Resources Administrator
included in the agenda packet.
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6. (Consent Calendar item # 4e(9) — East Harrison Street Reconstruction...) In response
to Mayor Pro tem Mims, Public Works Dir. Knoche stated the street needed to be
reconstructed prior to the MidWest One building opening; and that the majority of the
work on the Sabin site would be staged off of Dubuque Street and the alley.
7. (Agenda item # 8 — Relocation Approval letter ... Leepfrog Technologies) In response to
Mayor Hayek, Economic Development Coordinator Ford updated Council on
discussions with Leepfrog Technologies and correspondence received from Coralville
and Proximity, consultant for Leepfrog Technologies. City Manager Markus and City
Atty. Dilkes provided information. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
Staff will be recommending that the Council direct staff to send the draft letter in the
packet along with a cover letter stating that the City had been notified that Coralville was
withdrawing their request from the State but that Iowa City feels it is important that the
State see the correspondence on the issue.
COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS f# 121
Library Board — Adam Ingersoll, John E. Beasley, and Monique L. Washington
CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
fIP3 of 3/12 and 4/2 Information Packet]
Chair Andy Chappell introduced members present and reviewed the recommendations. Majority
directed staff to prepare an ordinance incorporating all the recommendations of the
Commission; and requested that discuss of changes to the City Charter not recommended by
the Charter Review Commission be scheduled for a future work session.
ACTION: Ordinance will be on April 21 agenda for first consideration. (Dilkes, Karr)
JOINT AGENDA ITEMS
fIP4 of 4/2 Information Packetl
After discussion Council agreed to submit one agenda item for the meeting:
• update from the School district on diversity policies and school boundaries
ACTION: Staff will notify Coralville to add the item to the agenda. (Karr)
INFORMATION PACKET DISCUSSION (March 26, April 21
March 26
1. (IP # 6 - ... commending City employees) Mayor Hayek noted the letter from Ro Foege
thanking city employees for assistance on a snowy day, and passed along his
appreciation as well.
2. (IP # 3 - .... article .... Walkability ....) In response to Mayor Pro tem Mims, a majority of
Council agreed to add discussion of the City's sidewalk repair program to the pending
list for future discussion.
3. (IP # 4 - ... article ... POLICOM ... strongest economy) Mayor Pro tem Mims noted the
article and thanked the City Manager for sharing with Council.
4. (IP # 5 — ... article ... Pear Deck) Mayor Pro tem Mims noted the article and
congratulated home grown Pear Duck on receiving the $150,000 grant at the "Rise of
the Best" competition.
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April 2
1. (IP # 9 — ... Listening Posts ... ) Mayor Hayek and Mayor Pro tem Mims will attend the
first listening post on May 7. In response to questions, City Clerk Karr reported that
Equity Dir. Bowers, City Manager Markus, Asst. City Manager Fruin, Mayor Hayek and
herself had discussed the first location and reviewed the press release. The locations
provides a central location for the downtown and university community. Council Member
Throgmorton and UISG Liaison McCarthy suggested a University building as a possible
location, and a time earlier in the afternoon. Majority agreed to proceed.
2. (Late Addition .... UI International Student Initiatives) Mayor Hayek summarized
discussions with student government and correspondence to University officials
regarding improving international students experiences in Iowa City.
3. (IP # 10 — ... Police Chief ... body camera purchase update) In response to Council
Member Payne, the City Manager stated the City Attorney was reviewing the draft policy,
and staff have invited representatives from ACLU to assist in development of the policy.
The City Atty. noted proposed legislation addressing specific confidential provisions died
in the legislature.
4. (IP # 6 — KXIC Radio Show) Council Members agreed to the following schedule:
Wednesday
April 15 - Dickens
April 22 — Mims
April 29 — Hayek
May 6 — Botchway
First and third Friday of each month:
Friday
April 17 — Mims
May 1 — Dickens
COUNCIL TIME / PENDING WORK SESSIONS TOPICS
Council Member Throgmorton noted remarks made during a recent discussion of
appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission when criticism was voice about a
Commission being "dysfunctional"; and requested an item regarding evaluating City
Boards and Commission. Three Council Members requested the item be added to the
pending list for a future work session.
2. Council Member Botchway noted recent meeting he attended with Council Member
Throgmorton regarding building communities and improving communication and a
reference made to the City used to have a person who oversaw communications with
non -profits and questioned if the position exists as part of the communications team.
Mayor Hayek asked staff to prepare information on the history of the position.
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS / COUNCIL INVITATIONS
1. Mayor Hayek reported he has been asked to speak at the Consultation of Religious
Communities later in the month.
2. Council Member Throgmorton noted the University of Iowa's Public Policy Center would
be holding a symposium on Food Production on April 9th; and on April 18th the United
Nations Association will be holding a forum on Climate Change.
3. Council Member Botchway noted an event at the Children's Museum on April 18tH
Meeting adjourned 6:40 PM.
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS — 4/7/15
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Dickens, Hayek, Mims, Payne,
Throgmorton. Absent: Dobyns.
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Regina Elementary students
Katherine Kueter and Sarah Martin. Abby Kaska was also honored but unable to
attend.
The Mayor proclaimed: Arbor Day — April 7, Superintendent of Parks and Forestry
Zac Hall accepting; Fair Housing Month — April, President Association of Realtors
Shaner Magalhaes accepting; Hospice Volunteer Appreciation Week, Johnson County
Hospice Volunteer Gary Boseneiler accepting.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved and seconded that the items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar
be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended.
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: March 23 Special Formal Official & Complete; March 23 Work Session.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action). Housing
and Community Development Commission— February 19; Library Board — February
26; Planning and Zoning Commission — February 19; Telecommunications
Commission — February 23.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk:
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for EI Banditos, 327 E. Market St.; Class C Beer
Permit for North Dodge Sinclair 2153 ACT Circle; Class C Beer Permit for Gasby's
#4, 2303 Muscatine Avenue; Class C Beer Permit for Gasby's #1, 1310 South
Gilbert St.; Class C Liquor License for Bob's Your Uncle Pizza Cafe, 2208 N. Dodge
St.; Outdoor Service Area for Bob's Your Uncle Pizza Cafe, 2208 N. Dodge St.;
Special Class C Liquor License for Pop's Old and New BBQ, 130 N. Dubuque St.;
Class C Liquor License for Apres, 1010 Martin St. Outdoor Service Area for Apres,
1010 Martin St.; RES. 15-89, TO ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMITS to Hy -Vee Gas #3,
1103 N. Dodge St. and Hy -Vee Food Store #3,1125 N. Dodge St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 15-90, AWARDING CONTRACT to L. L. Pelling
Company for $223,030.55 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE
NORMANDY DRIVE RESTORATION PHASE IIIB PROJECT; Approve
disbursements in the amount of $10,199,699.09 for the period of February 1 through
February 28, 2015, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to audit; RES.
15-91, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE
SLOTHOWER ROAD WATER MAIN PROJECT; RES. 15-92, AWARDING
CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK
TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR THE NORTH PLANT SALVAGE AND
DEMOLITION PHASE OF THE IOWA CITY WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
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April 7, 2015
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RELOCATION PROJECT; RES. 15-93, APPROVING THE FINAL CONTRACT
PRICE FOR THE 2014 SEWER REPAIR PROJECT; RES. 15-94, AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A 28E
AGREEMENT AMONG THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA,
THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA AND CERTAIN OTHER CITIES FOR THE JOINT
PROVISION OF UNDERWATER SEARCH AND RECOVERY OPERATIONS; RES.
15-95, AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND
THE IOWA CITY LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND THE AMERICAN
FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL
#183, AFL-CIO, TO BE EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2015 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2020;
RES. 15-96, ESTABLISHING CLASSIFICATION / COMPENSATION PLANS FOR
CONFIDENTIAL/ADMINISTRATIVE EMPLOYEES AND EXECUTIVE EMPLOYEES
FOR FY16, FY17, AND FY18; RES. 15-97, AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE POLICE LABOR RELATIONS
ORGANIZATION OF IOWA CITY TO BE EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2015 THROUGH
JUNE 30, 2016.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 15-98, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR
APRIL 21, 2015 TO APPROVE A PURCHASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF IOWA CITY AND RONALD WADE TRUST FOR LOT 7 OF THE NORTH
AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION AND TO CONSIDER A PROPOSAL TO
CONVEY SAID PROPERTY; Setting a public hearing for April 21 on an ordinance
rezoning 4.26 acres of property from Low Density Single Family (RS -5) Zone to
Mixed Use (MU) Zone located at the northeast corner of Dubuque Rd. and North
Dodge Street (REZ15-00002); RES. 15-99, FIXING DATE FOR A MEETING ON
THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $6,500,000
GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA
(FOR ESSENTIAL CORPORATE PURPOSES), AND PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 15-100, FIXING DATE FOR A
MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED
$750,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE
OF IOWA, (FOR ESSENTIAL CORPORATE URBAN RENEWAL PURPOSES),
AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 15-101,
FIXING DATE FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF
NOT TO EXCEED $700,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA (FOR A GENERAL CORPORATE PURPOSE) AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 15-102, FIXING
DATE FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $150,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, STATE OF IOWA (FOR GENERAL CORPORATE PURPOSES) AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 15-103, FIXING
DATE FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $700,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, STATE OF IOWA (FOR GENERAL CORPORATE PURPOSES) AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 15-104, SETTING
A PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 21, 2015 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM
OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE
2015 LANDFILL CHEMICAL STORAGE BUILDING REPLACEMENT PROJECT,
DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND
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DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR
PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 15-105, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL
21, 2015 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE
OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE EAST HARRISON STREET
RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE
OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID
PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION; Setting a public hearing for April 15
rezoning approximately 1.36 acres located at the northwest corner of Muscatine
Avenue and Scott Boulevard from Low Density Single Family (RS -5) Zone to Low
Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -12) Zone (REZ14-00008).
Correspondence: Linda S. Fisher regarding Zoning; MacKenzie Bihl regarding
PATV Agreement Renewal; Lucy Singer regarding Safety By Design; Alexa
Homewood -Weldon regarding Iowa City Telecommunications Commission; Peter
Byler (2) regarding "Gap" finance agreement information request; Iowa United
Nations Association regarding United Nations and Climate Change forum,
Joy Beadleston, 1570 S. First Ave., appeared regarding the ADA Celebration July
25th and encouraged anyone who wishes to volunteer to serve on a committee contact
Access to Independence; reported on a joint "Day of Caring" event with the University of
Iowa and Untied Way; and noted the upcoming 45th anniversary of Earth Day.
No action was taken on the ordinance conditionally rezoning 1.36 acres of property
from Low Density Single Family (RS -5) Zone to High Density Single Family (RS -12)
Zone located north of Muscatine Avenue and west of Scott Boulevard (REZ14-00008).
Moved and seconded that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and
voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to
be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived, and that
ORD. 15-4612, CONDITIONALLY REZONING 3.97 ACRES OF PROPERTY FROM
INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL (CI -1) ZONE TO RIVERFRONT CROSSINGS — SOUTH
GILBERT (RFC -SG) LOCATED AT 1201 S. GILBERT ST. (REZ15-00001) be voted on
for final passage at this time. Moved and seconded that the ordinance be finally
adopted at this time.
Moved and seconded that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and
voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to
be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived, and that
ORD. 15-4613, REZONING APPROXIMATELY 0.275 ACRES LOCATED AT 800 S.
DUBUQUE ST. FROM INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL (CI -1) ZONE TO NEIGHBORHOOD
PUBLIC (P-1) ZONE (REZ15-00003), be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved
and seconded that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Moved and seconded that ORD. 15-4614, AMENDING TITLE 14: ZONING TO
BROADEN AND CLARIFY THE PLACEMENT STANDARDS FOR PORTABLE SIGNS
ALLOWED IN CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT COMMERCIAL ZONES, be passed
and adopted. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Kellie Haigh.
A public hearing was held on a resolution adopting the Iowa City Housing Authority's
5 -year 2015-2019 and Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2015.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-106, ADOPTING THE IOWA CITY
HOUSING AUTHORITY'S 5 -YEAR AND ANNUAL PLANS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015.
Moved and seconded to direct staff to respond to a request from the City of
Coralville for a letter indicating no objection to the expansion of Leepfrog Technologies
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in Coralville. After discussion, the Mayor declared the motion to send the letter,
accompanied by a cover letter, carried by voice vote.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 1, Administration, Chapter
8, Administrative Service Departments, Section 1-8-1, Administrative Service
Departments organized: to update the titles of departments and the heads thereof and
to extend the powers and duties of the former positions to the revised positions, be
given first vote.
Moved and seconded that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted
on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be
finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived, and that
ORD. 15-4615, AMENDING TITLE 3, ENTITLED "CITY FINANCES, TAXATION &
FEES," CHAPTER 4 ENTITLED "SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES, BONDS,
FINES AND PENALTIES," SECTION 5 ENTITLED "SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL," OF
THE CITY CODE TO INCREASE OR CHANGE CERTAIN SOLID WASTE CHARGES,
be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved and seconded that the ordinance be
finally adopted at this time.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 9, entitled "Motor Vehicles
and Traffic," Chapter 4, entitled "Parking Regulations," to establish provisions for food
truck vending on city streets, be given second vote.
Moved and seconded to appoint Adam Ingersoll, 925 Meadowlark Dr., John E.
Beasley, 217 Mountain Green Dr., Monique L. Washington, 142 Ravencrest Dr., to the
Library, Board of Trustees for three vacancies for a six-year terms, July 1, 2015 — June
30, 2021.
The Mayor noted no applications were received for the following vacancies and all
will be readvertised: Airport Zoning Brd. of Adjustment for I a five-year term January 1,
2014 — December 31, 2018 (Formerly advertised; Full term); Airport Zoning Brd of
Adjustment for a five-year term January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2016 (Formerly
advertised; Full term); Appeals, Board of, for a five-year term January 1, 2014 -
December 31, 2018 (Formerly advertised; Full term); Historic Preservation Commission
for a Jefferson St. representative to fill three-year terms, March 29, 2013 — March 29,
2016 (New District formed). Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of
age unless specific qualifications are stated.
Moved and seconded to reappoint Terry Dickens, for a two year City Council
appointment to the Johnson County SEATS Paratransit Advisory Committee.
Moved and seconded to adjourn meeting at 8:35 p.m.
A more complete description of Council Activities and disbursements is on file in the
office of the City Clerk and Finance Department.
s/Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
s/Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS — 4/15/15
Iowa City City Council special meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Dickens, Hayek, Mims, Payne,
Throgmorton. Absent: Dobyns.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 1.36
acres located at the northwest corner of Muscatine Avenue and Scott Boulevard from
Low Density Single Family (RS -5) Zone to Low Density Multi -Family (RM -12) (REZ14-
00008).
Moved and seconded that the ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 1.36
acres located at the northwest corner of Muscatine Avenue and Scott Boulevard from
Low Density Single Family (RS -5) Zone to Low Density Multi -Family (RM -12) (REZ14-
00008), be given first vote.
Moved and seconded to adjourn to executive session to evaluate the professional
competency of individuals whose appointment, hiring, performance or discharge is
being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that
individuals' reputations and those individuals requested a closed session. (City
Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk). The Mayor declared the motion carried and
adjourned into executive session 5:03 p.m.
Council returned to open session 7:00 p.m.
Moved and seconded to adjourn special meeting at 7:01 p.m.
A more complete description of Council Activities is on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
s/Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
S/Ma,rian K. Karr, City Clerk )
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Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the
City Clerk's Office 356-5040.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
APRIL 7, 2015
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Dickens, Hayek, Mims, Payne,
Throgmorton. Absent: Dobyns. Staff members present: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, Karr,
Yapp, Hall, Ford, O'Brien, Knoche, Havel, Bockenstedt, Rackis.
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Regina Elementary students
Katherine Kueter and Sarah Martin. Abby Kaska was also honored but unable to
attend.
The Mayor proclaimed: Arbor Day — April 7, Superintendent of Parks and Forestry
Zac Hall accepting; Fair Housing Month — April, President Association of Realtors
Shaner Magalhaes accepting; Hospice Volunteer Appreciation Week, Johnson County
Hospice Volunteer Gary Boseneiler accepting.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Mims, that the items and recommendations in the
Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended.
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: March 23 Special Formal Official & Complete; March 23 Work Session.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action). Housing
and Community Development Commission— February 19; Library Board — February
26; Planning and Zoning Commission — February 19; Telecommunications
Commission — February 23.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk:
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for The Bandits LLC., dba EI Banditos, 327 E.
Market St.; Class C Beer Permit for ND Express, Inc., dba North Dodge Sinclair
2153 ACT Circle; Class C Beer Permit for KLB Bauer Inc., dba Gasby's #4, 2303
Muscatine Avenue; Class C Beer Permit for KLV Bauer Inc., dba Gasby's #1, 1310
South Gilbert St.; Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Eastside Cafe, Inc., dba
Bob's Your Uncle Pizza Cafe, 2208 N. Dodge St.; Outdoor Service Area for Iowa
City Eastside Cafe, Inc., dba Bob's Your Uncle Pizza Cafe, 2208 N. Dodge St.;
Special Class C Liquor License for Pop's Old and New BBQ, LLC., dba Pop's Old
and New BBQ, 130 N. Dubuque St.; Class C Liquor License for Apres Iowa City
LLC., dba Apres, 1010 Martin St. Outdoor Service Area for Apres Iowa City LLC.,
dba Apres, 1010 Martin St.; RES. 15-89, TO ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMITS to Hy -
Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Gas #3, 1103 N. Dodge St. and Hy -Vee Food Store #3, 1125
N. Dodge St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 15-90, AWARDING CONTRACT to L. L. Pelling
Company for $223,030.55 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE
NORMANDY DRIVE RESTORATION PHASE IIIB PROJECT; Approve
disbursements in the amount of $10,199,699.09 for the period of February 1 through
February 28, 2015, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to audit; RES.
15-91, AWARDING CONTRACT to Ricklefs Excavating for $ 384,770.00 AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE SLOTHOWER ROAD WATER MAIN
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PROJECT; RES. 15-92, AWARDING CONTRACT to Veit & Company, Inc. for $
2,049,663.00AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK
TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR THE NORTH PLANT SALVAGE AND
DEMOLITION PHASE OF THE IOWA CITY WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
RELOCATION PROJECT; RES. 15-93, APPROVING THE FINAL CONTRACT
PRICE FOR THE 2014 SEWER REPAIR PROJECT; RES. 15-94, AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A 28E
AGREEMENT AMONG THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA,
THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA AND CERTAIN OTHER CITIES FOR THE JOINT
PROVISION OF UNDERWATER SEARCH AND RECOVERY OPERATIONS; RES.
15-95, AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND
THE IOWA CITY LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND THE AMERICAN
FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL
#183, AFL-CIO, TO BE EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2015 THROUGH JUNE 30,2020;
RES. 15-96, ESTABLISHING CLASSIFICATION / COMPENSATION PLANS FOR
CONFIDENTIAL/ADMINISTRATIVE EMPLOYEES AND EXECUTIVE EMPLOYEES
FOR FY16, FY17, AND FY18; RES. 15-97, AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE POLICE LABOR RELATIONS
ORGANIZATION OF IOWA CITY TO BE EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2015 THROUGH
JUNE 30, 2016.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 15-98, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR
APRIL 21, 2015 TO APPROVE A PURCHASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF IOWA CITY AND RONALD WADE TRUST FOR LOT 7 OF THE NORTH
AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION AND TO CONSIDER A PROPOSAL TO
CONVEY SAID PROPERTY; Setting a public hearing for April 21 on an ordinance
rezoning 4.26 acres of property from Low Density Single Family (RS -5) Zone to
Mixed Use (MU) Zone located at the northeast corner of Dubuque Rd. and North
Dodge Street (REZ15-00002); RES. 15-99, FIXING DATE (April 21) FOR A
MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED
$6,500,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
STATE OF IOWA (FOR ESSENTIAL CORPORATE PURPOSES), AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 15-100, FIXING
DATE (APRIL 21) FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE
OF NOT TO EXCEED $750,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY
OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA, (FOR ESSENTIAL CORPORATE URBAN
RENEWAL PURPOSES), AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE
THEREOF; RES. 15-101, FIXING DATE (APRIL 21) FOR A MEETING ON THE
PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $700,000 GENERAL
OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA (FOR A
GENERAL CORPORATE PURPOSE) AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF
NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 15-102, FIXING DATE (APRIL 21) FOR A MEETING ON
THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $150,000
GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA
(FOR GENERAL CORPORATE PURPOSES) AND PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 15-103, FIXING DATE (APRIL 21)
FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $700,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, STATE OF IOWA (FOR GENERAL CORPORATE PURPOSES) AND
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PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 15-104, SETTING
A PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 21, 2015 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM
OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE
2015 LANDFILL CHEMICAL STORAGE BUILDING REPLACEMENT PROJECT,
DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND
DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR
PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 15-105, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL
21, 2015 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE
OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE EAST HARRISON STREET
RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE
OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID
PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION; Setting a public hearing for April 15
rezoning approximately 1.36 acres located at the northwest corner of Muscatine
Avenue and Scott Boulevard from Low Density Single Family (RS -5) Zone to Low
Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -12) Zone (REZ14-00008).
Correspondence: Linda S. Fisher regarding Zoning; MacKenzie Bihl regarding
PATV Agreement Renewal; Lucy Singer regarding Safety By Design; Alexa
Homewood -Weldon regarding Iowa City Telecommunications Commission; Peter
Byler (2) regarding "Gap" finance agreement information request; Iowa United
Nations Association regarding United Nations and Climate Change forum,
Joy Beadleston, 1570 S. First Ave., appeared regarding the ADA Celebration July
25th and encouraged anyone who wishes to volunteer to serve on a committee contact
Access to Independence; reported on a joint "Day of Caring" event with the University of
Iowa and Untied Way; and noted the upcoming 45th anniversary of Earth Day.
No action was taken on the ordinance conditionally rezoning 1.36 acres of property
from Low Density Single Family (RS -5) Zone to High Density Single Family (RS -12)
Zone located north of Muscatine Avenue and west of Scott Boulevard (REZ14-00008).
(A public hearing was set for 4/15 on the Consent Calendar.)
Moved by Mims, seconded by Throgmorton, that the rule requiring ordinances to
be considered and voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the
meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and
vote be waived, and that ORD. 15-4612, CONDITIONALLY REZONING 3.97 ACRES
OF PROPERTY FROM INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL (CI -1) ZONE TO RIVERFRONT
CROSSINGS — SOUTH GILBERT (RFC -SG) LOCATED AT 1201 S. GILBERT ST.
(REZ15-00001) (Nagle Lumber) be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved by
Mims, seconded by Payne, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. The Mayor
declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, that the rule requiring ordinances to be
considered and voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting
at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be
waived, and that ORD. 15-4613, REZONING APPROXIMATELY 0.275 ACRES
LOCATED AT 800 S. DUBUQUE ST. FROM INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL (CI -1) ZONE
TO NEIGHBORHOOD PUBLIC (P-1) ZONE (REZ15-00003) (Johnson County
Ambulance Center) be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved by Mims,
seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. The Mayor
declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Dickens, that ORD. 15-4614, AMENDING TITLE 14:
ZONING TO BROADEN AND CLARIFY THE PLACEMENT STANDARDS FOR
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for a Jefferson St. representative to fill three-year terms, March 29, 2013 — March 29,
2016 (New District formed). Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of
age unless specific qualifications are stated.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Botchway, to reappoint Terry Dickens, for a two year
City Council appointment to the Johnson County SEATS Paratransit Advisory
Committee.
Council Member Payne noted the Arbor Day proclamation at the beginning of the
meeting and the MidAmerican Energy program "Plant Some Shade" and encouraged
people to visit the MidAmerican website and get more information on purchasing a tree
at a reduce rate.
Council Member Dickens reported he and Council Member Throgmorton attended a
memorial service for Terry Cunningham and stated he would be missed.
Council Member Throgmorton shared that he and Mayor Pro tem Mims had a tour of
the new Animal Shelter on March 30, and commented staff for the guided tour.
Mayor Hayek recounted the events the previous week -end at the Mission Creek
Music Festival, stating it was an incredible event; and wished his wife a Happy Birthday.
City Manager Markus noted the tour at the Animal Shelter, and acknowledged
Animal Shelter Supt. Liz Ford for her enthusiasm and keeping the building project
moving.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Botchway, to adjourn meeting at 8:35 p.m.
Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City
Clerk's Office 356-5040.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
APRIL 15, 2015
Iowa City City Council special meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Dickens, Hayek, Mims, Payne,
Throgmorton. Absent: Dobyns. Staff members present: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, Karr,
Miklo.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 1.36
acres located at the northwest corner of Muscatine Avenue and Scott Boulevard from
Low Density Single Family (RS -5) Zone to Low Density Multi -Family (RM -12) (REZ14-
00008). No one appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, that the ordinance conditionally rezoning
approximately 1.36 acres located at the northwest corner of Muscatine Avenue and
Scott Boulevard from Low Density Single Family (RS -5) Zone to Low Density Multi -
Family (RM -12) (REZ14-00008), be given first vote.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Throgmorton, to adjourn to executive session to
evaluate the professional competency of individuals whose appointment, hiring,
performance or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and
irreparable injury to that individuals' reputations and those individuals requested a
closed session. (City Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk). The Mayor declared the
motion carried and adjourned into executive session 5:03 p.m.
Council returned to open session 7:00 p.m.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, to adjourn special meeting at 7:01 p.m.
Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk