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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-11-27 Council minutes 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 NOVEMBER 27, 2007 Iowa City City Council special meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Wilburn presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, O'Donnell, Vanderhoef, Wilburn. Absent: Elliott. Staff members present: Helling, Dilkes, Karr, O'Malley, Davidson, Booth roy. The Mayor stated that that the applicant withdrew the request for agenda Item 6a, ordinance rezoning approximately 0.48 acres of land located at the Northwest corner of the intersection of Linn and Court Streets from Central Business Support (CB-5) Zone to Central Business (CB-10) Zone (REZ07-000014), and no hearing or action would be taken at the item. A special presentation was made by Mayor Wilburn to Finance Director Kevin O'Malley of the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for 2006. The Mayor and Youth Advisory Commission Chair Keranen presented Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Shimek Elementary students: Ruth Grace, Emma Greimann, Abigail Herro. Moved by Correia, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as presented: Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk: November 5, Regular Council Work Session; November 5, Special Council Formal Official and Complete; November 12, Special Council Work Session; November 15, Special Council Work Session. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Youth Advisory Commission - October 22,2007; Public Art Advisory Committee - September 6, 2007; Parks and Recreation Commission - October 10, 2007; Parks and Recreation Commission - November 7,2007; Planning and Zoning Commission - October 18, 2007; Housing and Community Development Commission - October 18, 2007; Historic Preservation Commission - October 11, 2007; Board of Adjustment - October 10, 2007; Public Library Board of Trustees - October 25, 2007. Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Suzster, Inc., dba Club Car, 122 Wright S1.; Class C Liquor License for Bowman Ventures, Inc., dba Fitzpatrick's, 310 E. Prentiss S1.; Outdoor Service Area for Bowman Ventures, Inc., dba Fitzpatrick's, 310 E. Prentiss S1.; Class C Liquor License for Inc., Limited, dba Sanctuary Restaurant, 405 S. Gilbert S1.; Special Class C Liquor License for Pagliai's Pizza Palace, Ltd., dba Pagliai's Pizza, 302 E. Bloomington S1.; RES. 07-325, TO ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMIT to Suzster, Inc., dba Club Car, 122 Wright S1.; Class C Liquor License for Lusati, Inc., dba Quinton's Bar & Deli, 215 E. Washington S1. Motion: Accept Abstract of Votes for the Iowa City Election held November 6, 2007. Complete Description November 27, 2007 Page 2 Public Hearings: RES. 07-326, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON DECEMBER 11,2007 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, SPECIAL PROVISIONS AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE COURT HILL TRAIL PROJECT STP-E-3715(635)-8U-52, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. Resolutions: RES. 07-327, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF TWO MORTGAGES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1303 PRAIRIE DU CHIEN ROAD, IOWA CITY, IOWA AND AT 1319 PRAIRIE DU CHIEN ROAD; RES. 07-328, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE PARTIAL RELEASE OF A MORTGAGE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2504 ASTER AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 07-329, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE LANDFILL FY06 CELL CONSTRUCTION PROJECT. Correspondence: Acting Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Install (1) NO PARKING CORNER TO HERE sign at the southwest corner of the Westgate Street/Keswick Drive intersection; Acting Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Install (2) 20 MPH School Speed Limit sign assemblies on Greenwood Drive near Roosevelt Elementary School; Wetherby House letter from Lowell Soike, [following correspondence previously distributed at 11/15 Special Council Work Session]: Kathy Janz, Jane Beattie, Mrs. Theo Lindley, Rod Scott from Iowa Historic Preservation Alliance, Lindsay Alan Park, Mike Havercamp from Friends of Historic Preservation Board of Directors; Joni and Sam Schrup regarding Thank you from the Discerning Eye; Amanda Horn regarding Bicycling in Iowa City [staff response included]; Steve Goetzelman regarding Snow on Downtown Bike Racks; Ryan Harney regarding Oakdale Blvd between Prairie du Chien Road and Highway 1; Bruce Maurer regarding 21 Vote; Homelessness letters from Kendall Gregory, Garry Klein; R. C. Dolezal regarding Stray and Feral Cats; Smoking letters from Hayley Brendengen, Natasha Cardona, Dan Jilek, Christy Kingsmill, Michelle Lopez, Ashley Meade, Kayla Ross, Samuel Smith, Andy Stroud, Sarah Swank, Marc Wetrich, Gretchen Woelfel; Brian Shapiro regarding Assaults on women Jon Leibovitz regarding Use of cell phones while driving; Kevin Young regarding Road construction projects; Carrie Haney regarding Parking concerns; Dan Rice regarding Abbie Volland in New Orleans. The Mayor repeated the public hearing and set; and acknowledged the letter from Ames Council Member Rice re UISG Rep and Council Liaison Volland's attendance at the National League of Cities conference. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Elliott absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Ronald Kinum, PO Box 10099, appeared regarding height limits for new construction. Moved by Correia, seconded by Bailey, to accept correspondence from Mr. Kinum. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Elliott absent. City Council Liaison and UISG Rep. Abbie Volland brief Council on her attendance at the National League of Cities Conference in New Orleans, and thanked Council for the opportunity to attend the conference. Complete Description November 27, 2007 Page 3 Moved by Bailey, seconded by O'Donnell, to accept correspondence from Haywood Belle, Tom Breese (2), Clark Adams, Lori Klockau, Daniel Bray (2), Jay Honohan (2) Pat Ephgrave, Lon Claeys, Mary Y. Peterson, pertaining to the ordinance rezoning approximately 0.48 acres of land located at the northwest corner of the intersection of Linn and Court Streets from Central Business Support (CB-5) Zone to Central Business (CB-1 0) Zone (REZ07-000014). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Elliott absent. (No action was taken as the application had been withdrawn.) A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending a previously approved Sensitive Areas Development Plan and rezoning of approximately 10.41 acres of property located east of Highway 218 and south of Melrose Avenue [Galway Hills, Part 4] (REZ07-00015). PCD Director Davidson present for discussion. The Mayor requested that Council Members disclose ex parte communications, and none were reported. The following individuals appeared: Kevin Hochstedler, rep. Prime Ventures Construction, presented a power point (on file); Atty. Mike Pugh, rep. Prime Ventures Construction. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Correia, to accept correspondence from Mike Manfull, Brad and Sandy Ruhland. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Elliott absent. Moved by Bailey, seconded by Champion, that the ordinance amending a previously approved Sensitive Areas Development Plan and rezoning of approximately 10.41 acres of property located east of Highway 218 and south of Melrose Avenue [Galway Hills, Part 4]. (REZ07 -00015), be given first vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Elliott absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Correia, to adopt RES. 07-330, APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF CARDINAL POINTE SOUTH PART ONE AND PART TWO, IOWA CITY, IOWA. (SUB07 -00009). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Elliott absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Bailey, seconded by Vanderhoef, to send a letter to the Johnson County Board of Adjustment recommending approval of a conditional use permit for an electrical utility substation on a 3.18-acre property located in the fringe area at 4872 340th Street NE (CZ07- 00003). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Elliott absent. A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost of construction of two duplex homes under the Affordable Dream Home Opportunities Program located on Lots 13 & 16, Longfellow Place, establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing the City Clerk to publish advertisement for bids, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids. No one appeared. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Bailey, to adopt RES. 07-331, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST OF CONSTRUCTION OF TWO DUPLEX HOMES UNDER THE AFFORDABLE DREAM HOME OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAM LOCATED ON LOTS 13 & 16, LONGFELLOW PLACE, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. HIS Director Boothroy present for discussion. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Elliott absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Complete Description November 27, 2007 Page 4 A public hearing was held on a resolution amending the FY2008 Operating Budget. No one appeared. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 07-232, AMENDING THE CURRENT BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2008. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Elliott absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Champion, seconded by Bailey, that ORD. 07-4293, GRANTING TO MIDAMERICAN ENERGY COMPANY, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, THE RIGHT AND FRANCHISE TO ACQUIRE, CONSTRUCT, ERECT, MAINTAIN AND OPERATE IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, A NATURAL GAS SYSTEM FOR A PERIOD OF TEN YEARS, WITH A TEN YEAR AND FIVE YEAR RENEWAL THEREAFTER, TO FURNISH, DELIVER AND SELL NATURAL GAS TO SAID CITY AND ITS INHABITANTS, be passed and adopted. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted, 5/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: O'Donnell, Vanderhoef, Wilburn, Bailey, Champion. Nays: Correia. Absent: Elliott. Moved by Bailey, seconded by Vanderhoef, that ORD. 07-4294, GRANTING TO MIDAMERICAN ENERGY COMPANY, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, THE RIGHT AND FRANCHISE TO ACQUIRE, CONSTRUCT, ERECT, MAINTAIN AND OPERATE IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, AN ELECTRIC LIGHT AND POWER SYSTEM FOR A PERIOD OF TEN YEARS, WITH A TEN YEAR AND FIVE YEAR RENEWAL THEREAFTER, TO FURNISH, AND SELL ELECTRIC ENERGY TO SAID CITY AND ITS INHABITANTS, be passed and adopted. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted, 5/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Vanderhoef, Wilburn, Bailey, Champion, O'Donnell. Nays: Correia. Absent: Elliott. Moved by Bailey, seconded by Correia, that the ordinance amending Title 8, entitled "Police Regulations," Chapter 8, entitled "Police Citizen Review Board," to make the provisions of the Police Citizens Review Board in the City Code consistent with the City's Home Rule Charter, be given first vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Elliott absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Champion, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 07-333, 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 GESSNER GROUP, INC. TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE.SENIOR CENTER BOILER AND CHILLER REPLACEMENT PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Elliott absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Bailey, seconded by Correia, to adopt RES. 07-334, RESCINDING PRIOR RESOLUTION NO. 06-349 AND IN LIEU THEREOF SETTING FEES AND INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS WITH RESPECT TO THE ADMINISTRATION OF REGULATIONS FOR TAXICABS, BY INCREASING THE VEHICLE DECAL ISSUANCE AND REPLACEMENT FEE TO REFLECT INSPECTION COSTS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Elliott absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Bailey, seconded by Correia, to adopt RES. 07-335, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CHAPTER 28E AGREEMENT AMONG THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, THE CITY OF CORALVILLE, JOHNSON COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COMMISSION, AND THE CITY OF NORTH LIBERTY FOR JOINT EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES FOR Complete Description November 27, 2007 Page 5 JOHNSON COUNTY. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Elliott absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies on Boards and Commissions: Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment to fill an unexpired term plus a five-year term ending December 31,2011; Airport Zoning Commission to fill a six-year term January 1,2006- December 31,2011; Board of Adjustment to fill a five-year term January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013; Board of Appeals for (Licensed Plumber) to fill a five-year term January 1, 2008 - December 31,2012; Human Rights Commission for three vacancies to fill three-year terms January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011; Parks & Recreation Commission for two vacancies to fill four-year terms January 1,2008 - January 1,2012; Public Art Advisory Committee for two vacancies, one (1) art or design professional and one (1) ex officio, to fill three-year terms January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011; Senior Center Commission to fill three-year term January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010; Youth Advisory Commission for two Year Term January 1, 2008 - December 31,2009, One (1) person - Age 18 to 21 on the date of filing; Youth Advisory Commission for Unexpired plus a two-year term ending December 31,2009. One (1) person - Age 18 to 21 on the date of filing. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 5,2007. The Mayor announced the current vacancies: Board of Adjustment to fill an unexpired term ending January 1,2009. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 2,2008; Board of Appeals (At-Large) to fill an unexpired term ending December 31, 2011. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 2, 2008. Correspondence from Michael Wright received. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Elliott absent. [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.] Moved by Bailey, seconded by Correia, to make the following appointments: Stephen Buckman, 215 Amhurst Street, to the Board of Appeals for a Building Design Rep to fill an unexpired term ending December 31, 2009; Lindsay Bunting Eubanks, 1618 Aber Avenue, to the Historic Preservation Commission to fill an unexpired plus a three-year term ending March 29, 2011. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Elliott absent. Mayor Wilburn left the meeting due to a conflict of interest on the following item. Mayor Pro tem Bailey presiding. Moved by Correia, seconded by O'Donnell, to appoint Michael Wright, Connie Champion and UISG Representative Abigail Volland, to the Human Service/Aid to Agencies. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried unanimously, 5/0, Wilburn abstaining, Elliott absent. Mayor Wilburn returned to the meeting. Council Member Correia and UISG Rep and Council Liaison Volland presented information on the first meeting of the Task Force on Violence Against Women held November 26. Council Member Vanderhoef updated Council on her attendance at the National League of Cities conference in New Orleans, and thanked Council for allowing her to participate. Mayor Wilburn thanked her for all her efforts. Mayor Pro tem Bailey distributed copies of the annual report of the Convention and Visitors Bureau, and highlighted portions of interest. Complete Description November 27, 2007 Page 6 Mayor Wilburn noted the letter from Council Member Elliott distributed the previous evening regarding City staffing for public safety, and Council Member Elliott's request to have the item on the next formal agenda. Majority agreed to add the item to both the work session and formal meeting of December 10 and 11. Mayor Wilburn invited the public to attend a reception for Council Members Vanderhoef and Elliott from 4:30 to 6:30 on December 11 in City Hall. Moved by Bailey, seconded by Correia, to adjourn meeting at 8:10 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Elliott ab~ L J A~L Ross Wilburn, Mqyor nl~~ II. f!avJ Marian K. Karr, City Clerk . ,! 1 ..-.~-- -u:t !~~~'t "~~aa.' --. - CITY OF IOWA CITym MEMORANDUM Date: November 5, 2007 To: Mayor and City Council From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk Re: Council Work Session, November 5,2007,6:15 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall Council: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Elliott, O'Donnell, Vanderhoef, Wilburn UISG Rep: Volland Staff: Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Yapp, Kopping, Morris, Davidson (A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office) MCCOLLISTER I MORMON TREK (IP1 of 11/1 Info Packet) Transportation Planner Yapp present for discussion. The majority agreed to continue with the current plan for Mormon Trek Boulevard to keep the name Mormon Trek Boulevard west of Old Highway 218, with the street name changing to McCollister Boulevard east of Old Highway 218. STAFF ACTION: Notify John Dane. (Yapp) SENIOR CENTER REPAIR/REPLACEMENT PROJECTS (IP3 of 11/1 Info Packet) Senior Center Coordinator Kopping and City Architectural Services Rep. Kumi Morris present for discussion. Majority agreed to proceed. Staff Action: Proceed as outlined. (Kopping and Morris) ESTABLISH LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES (IP4 and IP5 of 11/1 Info Packet) Majority agreed to add the following items to the agenda for the joint meeting with area legislators on November 26th at 5:30 PM: 1. Iowa State Housing Trust Fund appropriation 2. Utility Programs that promote energy efficiency appliances 3. Property tax credits / condos 4. Increase the funding for microenterprise development 5. Expand Earned Income Tax credit 6. Change in Iowa Code 562A.12 (wrongful retention of landlord deposits) 7. Maintain local control over cable franchising 8. Tax Restructuring (rollback, etc.) Council Work Session November 5, 2007 Page 2 9. Support Iowa League of Cities Priorities A. Alternative Revenues 1) Increasing the hotel/motel tax up to 9% 2) Implementing a sales tax rebate for specifically defined economic development B. Infrastructure Funding 1) TIME-21 Committee 2) Pick up truck registration fees 3) Statewide sales tax 4) And/or gas tax increase C. Economic Development Initiatives 1) Preserve or expand initiatives such as Vision Iowa, Great Places & Community Attractions 2) Prevent changes that would impair use of economic development tool In addition Mayor Pro tem Bailey requested an update on historic tax credits but did not wish to list it as a priority. STAFF ACTION: Prepare agenda for November 26th agenda with area legislators and resolution to follow on December 11. (Karr) COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - no applicants, readvertise Airport Zoning Commission - no applicants, readvertise Board of Appeals - reappoint John Roffman (HBA) and readvertise licensed plumber Senior Center - reappoint Jay Honohan and readvertise one vacancy Youth Advisory Commission - appoint Michelle Han (Age 15-17) and readvertise one Age 18-21 Aid to Agencies - deferred Council appointments to November 27 AGENDA ITEMS 1. (IP8 of 11/1 Info Packet - First Quarter Waste Reduction and Recycling Update) Council Member Vanderhoef noted the reference to "staff is researching the potential for single stream curbside recycling.." and questioned if that meant integrated. PCD Director Davidson guessed it is what was called "co-mingled" in the past. Meeting adjourned 6:50 PM. Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office 356-5040. The cost of publishing the following proceedings and claims is $ Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is $ OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 11/5/07 Iowa City City Council special meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Wilburn presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Elliott, O'Donnell, Vanderhoef. Wilburn. Absent: None. The Mayor proclaimed Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week - November 11- 17,2007, Crissy Cangenilli accepting on behalf of Local Homeless Coordinator Board, and invited everyone to attend the 2nd annual John's sleep out scheduled for December 8. The Mayor presented Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Mark Twain Elementary students: Blanca Apolonio, Sebastian Chavez, Timothy Wright. Moved and seconded that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as presented: Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk: October 15, Regular Council Work Session, October 15, Special Council Formal Official and Complete, October 16, Regular Council Formal Official and Complete. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Historic Preservation Commission - September 17, 2007; Board of Adjustment - August 8, 2007; Parks and Recreation Commission - September 12, 2007; Telecommunications Commission: September 24, 2007; Human Rights Commission - September 25, 2007; Airport Commission - September 13, 2007; Airport Commission - September 24, 2007; Police Citizens Review Board: September 11,2007; Youth Advisory Commission - September 24, 2007; Planning and Zoning Commission - October 4, 2007; Housing and Community Development Commission: September 20,2007; Public Library- September 27, 2007. Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk. New: Class C Liquor License for DC's, 124 S Dubuque St.; Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Kandy Land, 928 Maiden Lane; Class C Beer Permit for Aldi, Inc. #6, 1534 S. Gilbert St.; Class B Beer Permit for Pit Smokehouse, LLC., 130 N. Dubuque St.; Class C Beer Permit for T & M Mini Mart, 2601 Hwy 6 East; Special Class C Liquor License for India Cafe, 227 E. Washington St.; Class C Liquor License for Summit, 10 S. Clinton St.; RES. 07-313, TO ISSUE DANCE PERMITS to Que, 211 Iowa Ave.; Kandy Land, 928 Maiden Lane; Summit, 10 S. Clinton St. Motions: accept Abstract of Votes for the Iowa City election held October 9, 2007; authorize the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest a Letter of Consent to the assignment of two parking agreements between the City of Iowa City and Plaza Towers, L.L.C. and between the City of Iowa City and Ashford Iowa City L.P. to the extent of Ashford's rights in said agreements to RDB. Public Hearings: RES. 07-314, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON AMENDING THE FY2008 OPERATING BUDGET; RES. 07-315, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR NOVEMBER 27,2007 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, Official Actions November 5, 2007 Page 2 AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF TWO DUPLEX HOMES LOCATED ON LOTS 13 AND 16 LONGFELLOW MANOR SUBDIVISION, UNDER THE AFFORDABLE DREAM HOME OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAM, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE DIRECTOR OF HOUSINGAND INSPECTION SERVICES TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. Resolutions: RES. 07-316, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING A MORTGAGE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2220 HOLLYWOOD BOULEVARD, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 07-317, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIENS REGARDING THREE MORTGAGES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 807 3rd AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 07-318, APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE DEDICATION OF OUTLOT "A" OF LOT 77, WALDEN WOOD PART 6, IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA, A 6,507 SQUARE FOOT PARCEL WITHIN THE RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 77, WALDEN WOOD PART 6, AS PUBLIC OPEN SPACE; RES. 07-319, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE 2007 PCC PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT - BENTON STREET; RES. 07-320, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE NEWTON ROAD WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT; RES. 07-321, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR SANITARY SEWER AND WATER MAIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR HIGHLANDER DEVELOPMENT SECOND ADDITION; RES. 07-322, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR SANITARY SEWER PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR OLDE TOWNE VILLAGE PART 2. Correspondence: JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of a YIELD sign on the Riverside Drive Frontage Road north of Imperial Court; Acting Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of NO PARKING ANYTIME SIGNS on the north and south sides of Court Street between Arlington Drive and Taft Avenue; JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of (1) "NO PARKING HERE TO CORNER" sign on Scott Park Drive north of the Scott Park Drive/Court Street intersection; Russell Haught regarding Ambulatory Surgical Center TIF; Janice Horak regarding Thank you from the Iowa City Community String Orchestra; Nathan Mueller regarding Sand Lake park land usage; 21 Ordinance letters from Andy Craig, Eli Judge, Dennis Kowalski; Fred Stern regarding Disorderly behavior in Brookland Park Neighborhood [petition enclosed with 21 signatures]; Gina Kaefring regarding Marijuana possession; Dennis Kowalski regarding New residents; Tom Moreland regarding Senior Center Policy [staff response included]; Carmen Krapfl regarding Train intersection complaint-Brookland Park area; Garry Klein regarding Doug Hart. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Audrey Keranen, Chair of the Youth Advisory Commission, updated Council on the Youth Empowerment Grant Program and encouraged youth to apply. Mary Bennett, 1107 Muscatine Ave., appeared regarding saving the Wetherby House at 935 Market Street. Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for November 27 on an application to rezone approximately 0.48 acres of land located at the northwest corner of the intersection of Linn and Court Streets from Central Business Support (CB-5) Zone to Central Business (CB- 10) Zone (REZ07-000014). The Mayor declared the motion carried. Official Actions November 5, 2007 Page 3 Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for November 27 on an ordinance amending a previously approved Rezoning and Sensitive Areas Development Plan for approximately 10.41 acre property located east of Highway 218 and south of Melrose Avenue (REZ07-00015). The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the McCollister Boulevard PCC Pavement [HDP-3715(628)--71-52] and McCollister Boulevard Bridge [HDP-3715(634 )--71- 52] establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, and directing City Clerk to publish advertisement of bids and fixing time and place for receipt of bids. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 07-323, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE MCCOLLISTER BOULEVARD PCC PAVEMENT [HDP- 3715(628)--71-52] AND MCCOLLISTER BOULEVARD BRIDGE [HDP-3715(634)--71-52] ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, AND DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT OF BIDS AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. A hearing was held on renewal of Class C Liquor License for Que, 211 Iowa Avenue. The following individuals appeared: Owner Roy Yelder; Gerald Garfield; and General Manager Sarah Henningfield. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Debra Harlan, Alcoholic Beverages Division. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to deny, in accordance with staff recommendation and evidence presented at the hearing, a Class C Liquor License for Que, 211 Iowa Avenue. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance granting to MidAmerican Energy Company, its successors and assigns, the right and franchise to acquire, construct, erect, maintain and operate in the City of Iowa City, a natural gas system for a period of ten years, with a ten year and five year renewal thereafter, to furnish, deliver and sell natural gas to said city and its inhabitants, be given second vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance granting to MidAmerican Energy Company, its successors and assigns, the right and franchise to acquire, construct, erect, maintain and operate in the City of Iowa City, an electric light and power system for a period of ten years, with a ten year and five year renewal thereafter, to furnish, and sell electric energy to said city and its inhabitants, be given second vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried. 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. 07- 4292, AMENDING TITLE 5, "BUSINESS AND LICENSE REGULATIONS, "CHAPTER 2, "TAXICABS," IN SECTIONS 5-2-2, "TAXICAB BUSINESS LICENSE; VEHICLE DECALS," SUBSECTION C AND D; 5-2-3, "LIABILITY INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS," SUBSECTION A(2); 5-2-4, "VEHICLE INSPECTION REQUIRED," SUBSECTION A 1 (A) AND (B); 5-2-8, "VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS," SUBSECTION B; 5-2-9, SUBSECTION C, "VEHICLE STAND,"; AND 9-4-10D "PUBLIC CARRIER STOPS AND STANDS," SUBSECTION 2B "TAXICABS," OF THE CITY CODE TO CLARIFY CURRENT REQUIREMENTS, TO INCREASE SAFETY, AND TO REQUIRE ANNUAL INSPECTIONS, be voted on for final passage at this time. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Official Actions November 5, 2007 Page 4 Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 07-324, 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 HOWARD R. GREEN COMPANY CONSULTING ENGINEERS TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE IOWA CITY SANITARY LANDFILL. The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies on Boards and Commissions: Board of Appeals (Building Design Rep) to fill an unexpired term ending December 31,2009; Historic Preservation Commission to fill an unexpired plus a three-year term ending March 29,2011. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 14, 2007. Board of Adjustment to fill a five-year term January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013; Human Rights Commission for three vacancies to fill three-year terms January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2011 ; Parks & Recreation Commission for two vacancies to fill four-year terms January 1, 2008 - January 1,2012; Public Art Advisory Committee for two vacancies, one (1) Art or Design Professional and one (1) ex officio, to fill three-year terms January 1,2008 - January 1,2011; Youth Advisory Commission for an unexpired plus a two-year term ending December 31, 2009 for a person - Age 18 to 21 on the date of filing. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 5,2007. Moved and seconded to make the following appointments to Boards and Commissions: reappoint John Roffman, 1314 Burry Drive to the Board of Appeals for HBA Rep. to fill a five-year term January 1,2008 - December 31,2012; reappoint Jay Honahan, 1510 Somerset Lane, to the Senior Center Commission to fill a three-year term January 1, 2008 - December 31,2010; appoint Michelle Han, 1909 Earl Road, to the Youth Advisory Commission (Age 15 to 17) on the date of filing January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009. The Mayor declared the motion carried. The Mayor noted the following vacancies would be readvertised: Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment to fill an unexpired term plus a five-year term ending December 31,2011; Airport Zoning Commission to fill a six-year term January 1,2006 - December 31,2011; Senior Center Commission to fill a three-year term January 1, 2008 - December 31 , 2010; Board of Appeals for Licensed Plumber to fill a five-year term January 1,2008 - December 31,2012; Youth Advisory Commission for one (1) person - Age 18 to 21 on the date of filing. [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.] Moved and seconded to defer to November 27 Council appointments for Human Services/Aid to Agencies. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adjourn meeting at 9:00 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A more complete description of Council Activities is on file in the office of the City Clerk. ~ s/Ross Wilburn, Mayor s/Marian K. Karr, City Clerkt}1/~ ~ ~ Submitted Tor publication - 11/14/07. , ~ 1 ~~5._~... ~~W~~ ",.. _11II.' .....~ CITY OF IOWA CITyrn: MEMORANDUM Date: November 12, 2007 To: Mayor and City Council From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk Re: Council Work Session, November 12, 2007, 8:00 AM in Emma J. Harvat Hall Council: Bailey, Champion, Elliott, O'Donnell, Correia (8:02), Wilburn (8:02), Vanderhoef (8:10) Council Elect: Wright, Hayek (8:02) Staff: Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Mejia (9:00) (A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's office) 2007.2008 COUNCIL ORIENTATION Staff reviewed materials distributed November 9 (and contained in the wor.k session meeting folder) including: · Open meetings/Executive Sessions/E-Mail · Council committees · Distribution of Council correspondence · Conflicts of Interest; Absentions · Voting Procedures; JCCOG voting · Consult policy with Planning & Zoning · Ex parte communications · Council weekly packet distribution · Posting agendas · Contact with staff/requests for additional information · City vehicles, supplies, travel policy · City tours Orqanizational meetinq Council agreed to meet at noon on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 to elect the Mayor and Mayor Pro tem and make Committee appointments. Work Sessions Council agreed: o to maintain the current practice of 6:30 PM on Monday prior to a formal meeting o Requested that a goal setting retreat be scheduled after the hiring of a new City Manager Budqet Work Sessions Council agreed to: ~ Tape CIP's day long presentation for replaying on government cable channel Council Work Session November 12, 2007 Page 2 >- Set aside the evenings of January 7,8, and 23; all day January 24; and the morning of January 28 if needed Formal Meetinos Council agreed to: ,/ retain current procedure of first and third Tuesday starting at 7PM. ,/ Agreed to hold special meeting on January 29 (in addition to 15th) Citv Attornev Assionments City Attorney Dilkes distributed a copy of personnel assignments within her office. DISCUSSION REGARDING CITY MANAGER RECRUITMENT PROFILE Personnel Administrator Mejia present for discussion of the November 9 draft "Recruitment Profile and Professional Announcement" materials. PAR consultant Bob Beezat participated via speaker phone. After discussion Council agreed to proceed with placing the ad in ICMA by the November 15 deadline and directed the following changes to the draft: 1. Add "Willowwind School" on page P-2 2. Correct City web address on page P-3 3. Reword second paragraph under "Education and Experience" on page P-6 to eliminate municipal experience as a requirement but allow as a preference 4. Reword first paragraph under "City Government Background" on page P-3 to reflect all seven Council Members are elected at large, with three nominated within districts STAFF ACTION: Proceed with changes, and provide final copy to Council. (Mejia) Meeting adjourned 9: 15 PM. I ~ 1 ~~5._~... ~~~~~ ,,,, ..aa.' -..~ CITY OF IOWA CITyr=: MEMORANDUM Date: November 15, 2007 To: Mayor and City Council From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk Re: Special Council Work Session, November 15, 2007,5:30 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall Council: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Elliott, O'Donnell, Wilburn. Absent: Vanderhoef Staff: Helling, Holecek, Trueblood, Karr (A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office) UPDATE ON WETHERBY HOUSE Parks & Recreation Director Trueblood distributed a memo on the "Relocation of Isaac Wetherby house to a city park"; and Parks & Recreation Commission Chair Pacha summarized discussion at the Commission meeting the previous evening. The following individuals appeared: Committee To Save The Wetherby House members Marybeth Slonneger, Mike Wright, Mary Bennett; Shaner Magalhaes, Johnson County Historical Society; Mike McLaughlin, owner of the Wetherby house; and Mike Haverkamp, President of Friends of Historic Preservation. After discussion Council agreed to: 1. "Absorb" all permit and 'other' fees associated with moving the Wetherby House from its present location to upper City Park, including traffic engineering and police officer traffic control fees and building permit fees associated with constructing a foundation for the house, etc. so that the Friends of Historic Preservation may begin obtaining the necessary permits for moving the house; 2. Direct staff to begin negotiating and drafting an agreement between the City and the entity (Johnson County Historical Society will not meet until November 2th, and its Board has not yet discussed whether it will take on this project, so it is not clear who will be the 'caretaking' entity) that will be responsible for owning, restoring and taking care of the house (taking into consideration the conditions associated with City granting use of upper City park for placement of house outlined in the memo from Parks & Recreation Director Trueblood); and 3. Provide Council an update on progress at its November 26th work session (with potential to have restoration and caretaking agreement for Council approval at its December 11 th meeting). Meeting adjourned 6:35 PM. 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 NOVEMBER 5, 2007 Iowa City City Council special meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Wilburn presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Elliott, O'Donnell, Vanderhoef. Wilburn. Absent: None. Staff members present: Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Davidson, Hargadine, Kelsey, Knoche. The Mayor proclaimed Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week - November 11- 17,2007, Crissy Cangenilli accepting on behalf of Local Homeless Coordinator Board, and invited everyone to attend the 2nd annual John's sleep out scheduled for December 8. The Mayor presented Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Mark Twain Elementary students: Blanca Apolonio, Sebastian Chavez, Timothy Wright. Moved by Bailey, seconded by Correia, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as presented: Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk: October 15, Regular Council Work Session, October 15, Special Council Formal Official and Complete, October 16, Regular Council Formal Official and Complete. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Historic Preservation Commission - September 17,2007; Board of Adjustment - August 8, 2007; Parks and Recreation Commission - September 12, 2007; Telecommunications Commission: September 24, 2007; Human Rights Commission - September 25, 2007; Airport Commission - September 13, 2007; Airport Commission - September 24, 2007; Police Citizens Review Board: September 11,2007; Youth Advisory Commission - September 24, 2007; Planning and Zoning Commission - October 4, 2007; Housing and Community Development Commission: September 20, 2007; Public Library - September 27, 2007. Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk. New: Class C Liquor License for Caffrey, Inc., dba DC's, 124 S Dubuque St.; Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Kandy Land, Inc., dba Kandy Land, 928 Maiden Lane; Class C Beer Permit for Aldi, Inc., dba Aldi, Inc. #6, 1534 S. Gilbert St.; Class B Beer Permit for Pit Smokehouse, LLC, dba Pit Smokehouse, LLC., 130 N. Dubuque St.; Class C Beer Permit for Sector, Inc., dba T & M Mini Mart, 2601 Hwy 6 East; Special Class C Liquor License for India Cafe Corp. dba India Cafe, 227 E. Washington St.; Class C Liquor License for Summit Restaurant & Bar, Inc., dba Summit, 10 S. Clinton St.; RES. 07-313, TO ISSUE DANCE PERMITS to Yelder Enterprises, Inc., dba Que, 211 Iowa Ave.; Kandy Land, Inc., dba Kandy Land, 928 Maiden Lane; Summit Restaurant & Bar, Inc., dba Summit, 10 S. Clinton St. Motions: accept Abstract of Votes for the Iowa City election held October 9, 2007; authorize the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest a Letter of Consent to the assignment of two parking agreements between the City of Iowa City and Plaza Towers, Complete Description November 5, 2007 Page 2 L.L.C. and between the City of Iowa City and Ashford Iowa City L.P. to the extent of Ashford's rights in said agreements to RDB. Public Hearings: RES. 07-314, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON AMENDING THE FY2008 OPERATING BUDGET; RES. 07-315, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR NOVEMBER 27,2007 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF TWO DUPLEX HOMES LOCATED ON LOTS 13 AND 16 LONGFELLOW MANOR SUBDIVISION, UNDER THE AFFORDABLE DREAM HOME OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAM, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE DIRECTOR OF HOUSING AND INSPECTION SERVICES TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. Resolutions: RES. 07-316, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING A MORTGAGE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2220 HOLLYWOOD BOULEVARD, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 07-317, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIENS REGARDING THREE MORTGAGES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 807 3rd AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 07-318, APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE DEDICATION OF OUTLOT "A" OF LOT 77, WALDEN WOOD PART 6, IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA, A 6,507 SQUARE FOOT PARCEL WITHIN THE RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 77, WALDEN WOOD PART 6, AS PUBLIC OPEN SPACE; RES. 07-319, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE 2007 PCC PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT - BENTON STREET; RES. 07-320, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE NEWTON ROAD WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT; RES. 07-321, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR SANITARY SEWER AND WATER MAIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR HIGHLANDER DEVELOPMENT SECOND ADDITION; RES. 07-322, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR SANITARY SEWER PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR OLDE TOWNE VILLAGE PART 2. Correspondence: JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of a YIELD sign on the Riverside Drive Frontage Road north of Imperial Court; Acting Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of NO PARKING ANYTIME SIGNS on the north and south sides of Court Street between Arlington Drive and Taft Avenue; JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of (1) "NO PARKING HERE TO CORNER" sign on Scott Park Drive north of the Scott Park Drive/Court Street intersection; Russell Haught regarding Ambulatory Surgical Center TIF; Janice Horak regarding Thank you from the Iowa City Community String Orchestra; Nathan Mueller regarding Sand Lake park land usage; 21 Ordinance letters from Andy Craig, Eli Judge, Dennis Kowalski; Fred Stern regarding Disorderly behavior in Brookland Park Neighborhood [petition enclosed with 21 signatures]; Gina Kaefring regarding Marijuana possession; Dennis Kowalski regarding New residents; Tom Moreland regarding Senior Center Policy [staff response included]; Carmen Krapfl regarding Train intersection complaint-Brookland Park area; Garry Klein regarding Doug Hart. The Mayor repeated the public hearings as set. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Complete Description November 5, 2007 Page 3 Audrey Keranen, Chair of the Youth Advisory Commission, updated Council on the Youth Empowerment Grant Program and encouraged youth to apply. Mary Bennett, 1107 Muscatine Ave., appeared regarding saving the Wetherby House at 935 Market Street. Majority of Council requested written information be submitted to the Interim City Manager, and the Mayor will review before a decision is about calling a special work session meeting. Moved by Bailey, seconded by Vanderhoef, to set a public hearing for November 27 on an application to rezone approximately 0.48 acres of land located at the northwest corner of the intersection of Linn and Court Streets from Central Business Support (CB-5) Zone to Central Business (CB-1 0) Zone (REZ07 -000014). PCD Director Davidson present for discussion. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Bailey, to set a public hearing for November 27 on an ordinance amending a previously approved Rezoning and Sensitive Areas Development Plan for approximately 10.41 acre property located east of Highway 218 and south of Melrose Avenue (REZ07-00015). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the McCollister Boulevard PCC Pavement [HDP-3715(628)--71-52] and McCollister Boulevard Bridge [HDP-3715(634)--71- 52] establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, and directing City Clerk to publish advertisement of bids and fixing time and place for receipt of bids. City Engr. Knoche present for discussion. Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 07-323, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE MCCOLLISTER BOULEVARD PCC PAVEMENT [HDP- 3715(628)--71-52] AND MCCOLLISTER BOULEVARD BRIDGE [HDP-3715(634)--71-52] ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, AND DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT OF BIDS AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A hearing was held on renewal of Class C Liquor License for Yelder Enterprises, Inc., dba Que, 211 Iowa Avenue. The following individuals appeared: Owner Roy Yelder; Gerald Garfield; and General Manager Sarah Henningfield. Police Chief Hargadine and Police Sgt. Kelsay present. Moved by Bailey, seconded by Vanderhoef, to accept correspondence from Debra Harlan, Alcoholic Beverages Division. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Bailey, seconded by Champion, to deny, in accordance with staff recommendation and evidence presented at the hearing, a Class C Liquor License for Yelder Enterprises, Inc., dba Que, 211 Iowa Avenue. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Wilburn, Bailey, Champion, Correia, Elliott, Vanderhoef. Nays: O'Donnell. Absent: None. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Vanderhoef, that the ordinance granting to MidAmerican Energy Company, its successors and assigns, the right and franchise to acquire, construct, erect, maintain and operate in the City of Iowa City, a natural gas system for a period of ten years, with a ten year and five year renewal thereafter, to furnish, deliver Complete Description November 5, 2007 Page 4 and sell natural gas to said city and its inhabitants, be given second vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Vanderhoef, Wilburn, Bailey, Champion, Elliott, O'Donnell. Nays: Correia. Absent: None. Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance granting to MidAmerican Energy Company, its successors and assigns, the right and franchise to acquire, construct, erect, maintain and operate in the City of Iowa City, an electric light and power system for a period of ten years, with a ten year and five year renewal thereafter, to furnish, and sell electric energy to said city and its inhabitants, be given second vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Wilburn, Bailey, Champion, Elliott, O'Donnell, Vanderhoef. Nays: Correia. Absent: None. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Bailey, 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 OR-D. 07-4292, AMENDING TITLE 5, "BUSINESS AND LICENSE REGULATIONS, "CHAPTER 2, "TAXICABS," IN SECTIONS 5-2-2, "TAXICAB BUSINESS LICENSE; VEHICLE DECALS," SUBSECTION C AND D; 5-2-3, "LIABILITY INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS," SUBSECTION A(2); 5-2-4, "VEHICLE INSPECTION REQUIRED," SUBSECTION A1(A) AND (B); 5-2-8, "VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS," SUBSECTION B; 5-2-9, SUBSECTION C, "VEHICLE STAND,"; AND 9-4-10D "PUBLIC CARRIER STOPS AND STANDS," SUBSECTION 28 "TAXICABS," OF THE CITY CODE TO CLARIFY CURRENT REQUIREMENTS, TO INCREASE SAFETY, AND TO REQUIRE ANNUAL INSPECTIONS, be voted on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Champion, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Champion, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 07-324, 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 HOWARD R. GREEN COMPANY CONSULTING ENGINEERS TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE IOWA CITY SANITARY LANDFILL. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies on Boards and Commissions: Board of Appeals (Building Design Rep) to fill an unexpired term ending December 31,2009; Historic Preservation Commission to fill an unexpired plus a three-year term ending March 29,2011. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 14, 2007. Board of Adjustment to fill a five-year term January 1,2008 - January 1,2013; Human Rights Commission for three vacancies to fill three-year terms January 1,2008 - January 1,2011; Parks & Recreation Commission for two vacancies to fill four-year terms January 1, 2008 - January 1,2012; Public Art Advisory Committee for two vacancies, one (1) Art or Design Professional and one (1) ex officio, to fill three-year terms January 1,2008 - January 1,2011; Youth Advisory Commission for an unexpired plus a two-year term ending December 31, 2009 for a person - Age 18 to 21 on the date of filing. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 5,2007. Complete Description November 5, 2007 Page 5 Moved by Bailey, seconded by Correia, to make the following appointments to Boards and Commissions: reappoint John Roffman, 1314 Burry Drive to the Board of Appeals for HBA Rep. to fill a five-year term January 1,2008 - December 31,2012; reappoint Jay Honahan, 1510 Somerset Lane, to the Senior Center Commission to fill a three-year term January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010; appoint Michelle Han, 1909 Earl Road, to the Youth Advisory Commission (Age 15 to 17) on the date of filing January 1, 2008 - December 31 , 2009. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor noted the following vacancies would be readvertised: Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment to fill an unexpired term plus a five-year term ending December 31,2011; Airport Zoning Commission to fill a six-year term January 1,2006 - December 31,2011; Senior Center Commission to fill a three-year term January 1,2008 - December 31,2010; Board of Appeals for Licensed Plumber to fill a five-year term January 1,2008 - December 31,2012; Youth Advisory Commission for one (1) person - Age 18 to 21 on the date of filing. [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.] Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Bailey, to defer to November 27 Council appointments for Human Services/Aid to Agencies. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Council Member Elliott expressed appreciation for the ongoing communication to save the Wetherby House and hoped something similar could be done for the expansion plans of the AME Church on Governor Street; and noted that many candidates responded to questions at a bicycle oriented forum recently and he encouraged financial support from bicyclists for such projects such as bicycle licensing. Mayor Pro tem Bailey invited Council to attend the Convention and Visitors Bureau annual meeting scheduled November 15 at Hotel Vetro; requested that Cool Cities Initiative be scheduled for the November 26th work session to discuss the city's involvement in the International Council for Local Environment Initiatives (ICLE) prior to the December JCCOG meeting; and requested a work session after the first of the year to hear about what the building codes contain regarding energy efficiency and environmental issues prior to discussion by the state legislature. Council Member Vanderhoef stated she, and UISG liaison Abbie Volland, will be attending the National League of Cities meeting New Orleans next week and she looked forward to introducing Abbie at the conference; and encouraged everyone to vote on November 6. Council Member O'Donnell echoed comments about voting on November 6. Council Member Champion encouraged voting on November 6; and requested an update on the request from Procter & Gamble regarding public transportation issues for the- various shifts. Interim City Manager Helling stated he will provide information on the Job Access Reverse Commute (JARC) grant. Council Member Correia announced that the first meeting on the Task Force on violence against women is scheduled for Monday, November 26, at 4:00 on Room A of the Library; announced that a survey is being distributed as part of the "Working Towards Inclusive Communities Partnership" program through the National League of Cities in water Complete Description November 5, 2007 Page 6 bills and on the City website requesting information from the community on whether it feels it is a respectful community. Survey deadline is February 29; announced that plans are underway to continue the tax preparation assistance outreach sites offered last year in partnership with the University of Iowa Accounting Department, Housing Authority and Family Resource Center. Iowa City locations are Pheasant Ridge Neighborhood Center, Public Library and Lucas. Other sites will be available in Coralville and North Liberty; reported on Mayor Pro tem Bailey and her attendance at the grand opening of the Nile Valley Restaurant on Gilbert Street and questioned installation of bike racks, staff will follow up; congratulated Recycling Coordinator Jennifer Jordan and the City recycling division for receiving the Iowa Recycling Association Recycling Project of the Year Award. Council Member Elliott suggested the Task Force on violence against women should be exploring the problem of violence against anyone, not just women; and stated he may be late or absent from the November 27 formal meeting. Mayor Wilburn encouraged everyone to visit the Bethel Church during the fundraising project to support expansion of their church; and thanked Connie Benton Wolfe for her years of service to United Way of Johnson County and wished her well in her new position in the Quad Cities. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Elliott, to adjourn meeting at 9:00 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Ross Wilburn, Mayor Marian K. Karr, City Clerk