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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-03-04 Council minutes4- - 5a 2 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 MARCH 4, 2008 Iowa City City Council regular meeting 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright. Absent: None. Staff members present: Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Miklo, Hargadine, O'Malley. The Mayor proclaimed Special Olympics Month -March 2008, University of Iowa Athletic Department Rep. Joyce Rossie and athletes Brian Slade, Chris Haas, Mason Hamann, Chris Lewis and Mickey & Hayley Musser accepting. The Mayor presented Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Hoover Elementary: Mark Gomez, Hannah Langenfeld, Ana Reprado and Grant Wood Elementary students: Eduardo Garcia, Dustin Gwee, Hannah Pulley. Moved by Champion, seconded by Correia, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended and to delete from Consent Calendar and consider as separate item Item 4c(11), Class E Liquor License for Hy-Vee, Food & Drugstore #1. Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk: February 15, Special Council Formal Official and Complete; February 15, Special Council Work Session; February 18, Special Council Formal Official and Complete; February 18, Special Council Work Session; February 19, Special Council Formal Official and Complete; February 19, Special Council Work Session; February 19, 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): Parks and Recreation Commission -January 9, 2008; Airport Commission -October 11, 2007; Airport Commission -January 10, 2008; Board of Adjustment -December 12, 2007; Housing & Community Development Commission -December 20, 2007; Human Rights Commission -January 22, 2008; Youth Advisory Commission -January 16, 2008. Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. New: Class B Liquor License for RBD Iowa City, LLC, dba Sheraton Iowa City, 210 S. Dubuque St.;Outdoor Service Area for RBD Iowa City, LLC, dba Sheraton Iowa City, 210 S. Dubuque St.; Class C Liquor License for Carl & Ernie Enterprises, LLC, dba Carl & Ernie's Good Time Pub & Grub, 161 Highway 1 West; Outdoor Service Area for Carl & Ernie Enterprises, LLC, dba Carl & Ernie's Good Time Pub & Grub, 161 Highway 1 West. Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Graze Iowa City, LLC, dba Graze, 115 E. College St.; Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Westside Cafe, Inc., dba Bob's Your Uncle Pizza Cafe, 749 Mormon Trek Blvd.; Outdoor Service Area for Iowa City Westside Cafe, Inc., dba Bob's Your Uncle Pizza Cafe, 749 Mormon Trek Blvd.; Class C Liquor License for Okoboji IC, LLC, dba Okoboji Grill, 1857 Lower Muscatine Rd. Outdoor Service Area for Okoboji IC, LLC, dba Okoboji Grill, 1857 Lower Muscatine Rd.; Special Class C Liquor License for W & M, LLC, dba Thai March 4, 2008 Complete Description Page 2 Flavors, 340 E. Burlington St.; RES. 08-52, TO ISSUE A DANCE PERMIT to RBD Iowa City, LLC, dba Sheraton Iowa City, 210 S. Dubuque St. Public Hearings: RES. 08-53, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON MARCH 11, 2008 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SENIOR CENTER BOILER AND CHILLER 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. 08-54, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR MARCH 11, 2008 TO APPROVE A PURCHASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND ITC MIDWEST LLC FOR LOTS 2, 3, and 4 AND OUTLOTS 2A, 3A, AND 4A OF THE NORTH AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PART TWO AND TO CONSIDER A PROPOSAL TO CONVEY SAID PROPERTY. Resolutions: RES. 08-55, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER UNIVERSITY VIEW PARTNERS, AND TENANT DAWIT'S RESTAURANT, INC D/B/A DAVID'S PLACE, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-56, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER MAUREEN MONDANARO, AND TENANT, GIVANNI'S OF IOWA CITY, D/B/A GIVANNI'S, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-57, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER MAUREEN MONDANARO, AND TENANT, SALOON OF IOWA CITY, L.C. D/B/A SALOON, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-58, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER DLSIC LC, AND TENANT, MORROWCO LLC D/B/A PITA PIT, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-59, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER MARC MOEN ET AL, AND TENANT, LINN STREET CAFE INC D/B/A LINN STREET CAFE, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE. Correspondence: Acting JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Designation of No Parking-Tow Away Zone on one side each on Weeber Street, Wylde Green Road, and Talwrn Court ;Joseph Jason regarding Mental Health Care Issue; Bryan Ringen regarding Traffic on Dubuque Street; Snow Removal letters from Tom and Mary Cilek [staff response included], Michael Holladay, LuAnne Lefler [staff response included], Cliff Pirnat, Matthew Theobald; City Manager Search letters from Phyllis Lane, Nancy Ostrognai, Len McClellan: Use of the Old Bus Depot. March 4, 2008 Complete Description Page 3 Ernie Lehman, 902 Wylde Green Rd., appeared encouraging a year round parking prohibition for item f(1 ). Staff will report back. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion to adopt the Consent Calendar carried. Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, to approve Class E Liquor License for Hy-Vee, Inc., dba Hy-Vee Food & Drugstore #1 & Regal Liquor, 1720 Waterfront Dr. [memorandum from the Police Chief included in council packet]. Police Chief Hargadine present for discussion. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Melvin Dvorsky, 320 E. Washington Street, appeared regarding snow removal. Birgit Wilhelm, introduced herself as the Connor Center Executive Director, and requested City review heights and other issues relating to parking meters for persons with disabilities. Staff will report back. Marybeth Slonneger, 1109 Davenport Street, thanked City staff and the community for their efforts to assist her in the moving of the Wetherby house and provided pictures of the move earlier in the day; and suggested other uses for the house in the future. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Hayek, to accept correspondence. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. A public hearing was held on a resolution amending the Comprehensive Plan to include the updated Historic Preservation Plan. Sr. Planner Miklo present for discussion. The following individuals appeared: Historic Preservation Chair Tim Weitzel; Helen Burford, 528 E. College Street; and Birgit Wilhelm, hotelVetro. Moved by Correia, seconded by Hayek, to accept correspondence from Tim Weitzel. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 08-60, AMENDING THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO INCLUDE THE UPDATED HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Champion, seconded by Wright, that ORD. 08-4298, CONDITIONALLY REZONING APPROXIMATELY 4.40 ACRES OF LAND AT 2815 ROHRET ROAD FROM LOW-DENSITY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-5) TO COMMERCIAL OFFICE (CO-1) (REZ07-00016), be passed and adopted. The Mayor requested that Council Members disclose any ex parte communications, and none were disclosed. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Correia, to adopt RES. 08-61, ESTABLISHING FIRE DEPARTMENT FEES AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NOS. 85-350, 98-309, AND 08-31. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Wright, seconded by Hayek, to adopt RES. 08-62, ADOPTING THE ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2009. Moved by Correia, seconded by Wright, to amend the budget by reducing the Airport General Fund allotment from $130,000 to $112,000. Individual Council Members expressed their views. After discussion, the Mayor declared the motion defeated, 3/4, with the following voice vote: Ayes: Bailey, Correia, Wright. Nays: Champion, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn. Absent: None. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. March 4, 2008 Complete Description Page 4 Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 08-63, APPROVING THE THREE YEAR FINANCIAL PLAN FOR THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND THE FIVE YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM EXCLUDING HUMAN SERVICES AID TO AGENCIES. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Council Member Correia abstained on the following item due to a conflict of interest. Moved by Champion, seconded by Wright, to adopt RES. 08-64, APPROVING AND ALLOCATING THE HUMAN SERVICES AID TO AGENCIES BUDGET WITHIN THE THREE YEAR FINANCIAL PLAN AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Correia abstaining. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. The Mayor noted the previous announced vacancies to Boards and Commissions: Airport Commission to fill a six year term March 1, 2008 -March 1, 2014; Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment to fill an unexpired term plus afive-year term ending December 31, 2011; Airport Zoning Commission to fill asix-year term January 1, 2006 -December 31, 2011; Board of Adjustment to fill afive-year term January 1, 2008 -January 1, 2013; Civil Service Commission to fill afour-year term April 7, 2008 -April 2, 2012; Planning & Zoning Commission for two vacancies to fill five-year terms May 1, 2008 -May 1, 2013; Senior Center Commission to fill three-year terms January 1, 2008 -December 31, 2010; Youth Advisory Commission for two vacancies to fill two year terms January 1, 2008 -December 31, 2009 and Two (2) persons -Age 18 to 21 on the date of filing. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 5, 2008. Public Art Advisory Committee to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2011. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 26, 2008. [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.] Leonard McClellan, Vets Helping Vets, appeared re their letter on the consent calendar requesting use of the old bus depot. Interim City Manager Helling will follow up, and place the item on a future work session. Council Member Wright highlighted the work in relocating the Wetherby Cottage and the leadership of Marybeth Slonneger. Council Member Correia congratulated the City High Girls basketball team for winning the State tournament, and the great crowd that followed the team to Des Moines and welcomed them back on Sunday. Mayor Pro tem O'Donnell noted that City High had been beaten only three times during the season, and they beat all three of those teams on the way to the State Championship. Mayor Bailey echoed congratulations to the City High Girls basketball team; recognized University Women's basketball coach Lisa Bluder on being names Coach of the year; and thanked City crews for working the previous weekend to remove ice and snow form city streets. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Hayek, to adjourn meeting at 8:05 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Counc~lembers pr~sen~ C n nia D. B'aifey, Mayor March 4, 2008 Complete Description Page 5 )'I`ii ,~ ~~r~ Mari n 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. The cost of publishing the following proceedings and claims is $ Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is $_ OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 2/15/08 Iowa City City Council special meeting 8:00 a.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey. presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn (8:05 a.m.), Wright. Moved and seconded to adjourn to executive session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual's reputation and that individual requests a closed session. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adjourn special meeting 3:20 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/Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor s/M rian K. Karr, Cit Clef k ~-~~~' ~ ytq~~ Submitted for publication - 2/21/08. Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact thie 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 - 2/18/08 Iowa City City Council special meeting, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey' presiding. Council Members present. Bailey, Champion, Correia (6:40 p.m.), Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright. Moved and seconded to adjourn to executive session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual's reputation and that individual requests a closed session. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adjourn special meeting 9:07 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 and Finance Department. s/Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor s/M rian K. Karr, City Clerk Subm~ted for publication - 2/21/08. 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 - 2/19/08 Iowa City City Council special meeting, 5:30 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donndll, Wilburn, Wright. Absent: None. Moved and seconded to adjourn to executive session to discuss strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation is pending where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental body in that litigation; and to discuss the purchase of particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be reasonably expected to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for that property. The minutes and the tape recording of a session closed under this paragraph (real estate) shall be available Ifor public examination when the transaction discussed is completed. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adjourn special meeting 6:05 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 and Finance Department. s/Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor s/Marian K. Karr, Cit Jerk 7?~~~~~ ~~-ivy Submitted for publication - 2/21/08. 4a 5 Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the Ciity 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 2/19/08 Iowa City City Council regular meeting 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Weight. Absent: None. The Mayor presented the Outstanding Student Citizenship awards to Regina Elementary students: Grace Larew; Joe Pugh; Reed Deninger. UISG Liaison Volland assisted in the presentations. The Mayor delivered the State of City Message. Moved and seconded that the following items and recommendations in the Cornsent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended b~ the City Clerk: January 24, Special Council Work Session; January 28, Special Council Work Session; January 28, Special Council Work Session; January 29, Speciajl Council Formal Official and Complete; January 31, Special Council Formal Official and Complete; January 31, Special Council Work Session; February 4, Regular Council Work Session; February 5, 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): fT'ublic Art Advisory Committee -January 17, 2008; Planning and Zoning Commission. - January 17, 2008. Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal: Class C Liquor License for It's Brothers Bar & Grill, 125 S. Dubuque'St.; Outdoor Service Area for It's Brothers Bar & Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St.; Class ~ Liquor License for Donnelly's Pub, 110 E. College St.; Class B Beer Permit for Godfather's Pizza, 531 Hwy 1 West; Special Class C Liquor License for Devotay, 117 N. Lilnn St.; Class C Beer Permit for Fareway Stores #950, 2530 Westwinds Dr.; Class C deer Permit for Fareway Stores #34, 2765 Commerce Dr.; Class E Liquor License for Hy- Vee #2, 812 S. First Ave.; RES. 08-35, TO ISSUE A DANCE PERMIT to It's Bothers Bar & Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St.; RES. 08-36, TO REFUND CIGARETTE PER IT to Hawkeye Amusement, PO Box 3082. Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of $11,601,386.58 for the period of January 1 through January 31, 2008, as recommended by the Finanjce Director. Resolutions: RES. 08-37, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN ANCI THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN FOR THE PROPERTY' LOCATED AT 2685 INDIGO COURT, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 08-38, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST ,I4 RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER LAUF~ENCE Official Actions February 19, 2008 Page 2 SHORT, ET AL, AND TENANT, TROPICAL CHILL, INC D/B/A BALDY'S WRAPS, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-39, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGIN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT F10R TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IQWA CITY, LANDOWNER KLDP, INC, AND TENANT, CHACKALACKAL, INC. D/BMA ONE TWENTY SIX, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-40, AUTHORIZING THE MIAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER 120 BUILDING CO, AND TENANT,; VITO'S OF IOWA CITY, INC. D/B/A VITO'S, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-41, ~', AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER MAR MOEN, AND TENANT, GRAZE IOWA CITY LLC D/B/A GRAZE, FOR A SIDE1;'VALK CAFE; RES. 08-42, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CILERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY ~~~USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LAND0IMNER PLAZA TOWERS LLC, AND TENANT, J&E, INC. D/B/A FORMOSA ASIAN CI~ISINE, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-43, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT F?OR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER WILLIAM AND HELEN BYINGTON, AND TENANT, LIT~LE DONKEYS, INC. D/B/A PANCHERO'S MEXICAN GRILL, FOR A SIDEWALK ~AFE; RES. 08-44, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK t0 ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY US OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWN R MOKA JAVA LLC, AND TENANT, IOWA CITY COFFEE COMPANY D/B/A JA~/A HOUSE, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-45, ACCEPTING CIVIL PENALLY AND WAIVER OF RIGHT TO HEARING FROM JOHN'S GROCERY, INC. Correspondence: Snow Removal letters from Elizabeth Huber, Kathleen Janz, [staff response included] Jim Knapp, Jason White [staff response included]; Joseph Jason regarding Mental Health Care Issues in Iowa; Jeanne Bock regarding Chltural Diversity -Downside; Marc Moen regarding Fees for false alarms [Mayor Bail$y's response included]; Joe Scott regarding Bicycling in Iowa City [Council member Wilburn's response included]; Rev. Donald Spitz regarding Donna Holman; Doln Edwards regarding Abortion; Steve Bernhardt regarding TIF; Rich VeDepo regjarding Iowa City Aerohawks; Charlie Terzano Borovic regarding Household Hints; Eve Casserly regarding Transportation Meeting Cancellation; Charlotte Walker reg rding Senior Center Commission Vacancy; Public input regarding City Manager can idates from Naomi Novick, Chia-Hsing Lu, Joan Jehle, Holly Hotchkiss, Russell Karkgwski, Mike Carberry, Caroline Dieterle, Rick Dobyns, Karen Kubby, Markets Oliver, ,Judy Nelson, Janelle Rettig, Garry Klein, Calvin Satterlee, Carol Spaziani, Wanda E,Ivans, Wendy Robertson, Jim Maynard, Tim Weitzel The Mayor declared the motion carried. Official Actions February 19, 2008 Page 3 ', Adam Cannon, 1405 Aberdeen Court, appeared regarding snow removal on C,~ty cul- de-sacs. Shaner Magalhaes, Johnson County Historical Society, thanked Council forltheir investment of additional monies into the Irving Weber Days celebration. A public hearing was held on resolution amending the Comprehensive Plan to (,include the updated Historic Preservation Plan. Historic Preservation Commission Chair Tirrj Weitzel present. Jackie Briggs appeared in support of the Plan. Moved and seconded to continue public hearing and defer resolution amending the Comprehensive Plan to include the lupdated Historic Preservation Plan to March 4. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved artd seconded to accept correspondence from David Rust and Joy Smith. The Mayor decllared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately #.40 acres of land at 2815 Rohret Road from Low-Density Single Family Residential (RS-~') to Commercial Office (CO-1) (REZ07-00016), be given second consideration. The Mayer declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on a resolution for the Proposed Operating Budget fpr the Fiscal Year July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009, the Proposed Three-Year Financial Ilan, and also the Multi-Year Capital Improvements Program through Fiscal Year 2012. A hearing was held on a resolution assessing a $300.00 civil penalty against aelimart #2. Asst. Johnson County Attorney Andy Chappell present. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-46, ASSESSING A $300.00 CIVIL PENNALTY AGAINST DELIMART #2. ' A hearing was held on a resolution assessing a $300.00 civil penalty against a'elimart. Asst. Johnson County Attorney Andy Chappell present. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-47, ASSESSING A $300.00 CIVIL PENALTY AGAINST DELIMART. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-48, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND MELTDOWN GLASS ART AND DESIG(~ LLC TO PRODUCE ARTWORK FOR THE ROBERT A LEE RECREATION CENTER POC'JL ROOM AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK T( ATTEST THE SAME. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-49, AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF IOV~/A CITY TO JOIN THE INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIWES (ICLEI) AND PARTICIPATE IN ITS "CITIES FOR CLIMATE PROTECTION" CAMPAIGN. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Patricia Ephgrave [staff responfie included]. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-50, APPROVING A LEASE AND A TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT WITH MERSCHMAN SEEDS, INC. AryJD REGENNITTER FARMS, INC. TO LEASE AND CONSTRUCT AN ACCESS WAY FF~OM MORMON TREK BLVD. TO THE NORTH/SOUTH RUNWAY. ', Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-51, APPROVING SETTLEMENT OF PENDING LITIGATION. The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies on Boards and Commislsions: Airport Commission to fill a six year term March 1, 2008 -March 1, 2014; Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment to fill an unexpired term plus afive-year term ending December 31, 2011; Airport Zoning Commission to fill asix-year term January 1, 2006 -December 31, 2011; Official Actions February 19, 2008 Page 4 Board of Adjustment to fill afive-year term January 1, 2008 -January 1, 2013; Civil Slenvice Commission to fill a four-year term April 7, 2008 -April 2, 2012; Planning & Zoning Commission for two vacancies to fill five-year terms May 1, 2008 -May 1, 2013; Senior Center Commission to fill three-year term January 1, 2008 -December 31, 2010; Youth Advisory Commission for two vacancies to fill two year terms January 1, 2008 - Decelmber 31, 2009, two (2) persons -Age 18 to 21 on the date of filing. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 5, 2008. The Mayor announced the current vacancy: Public Art Advisory Committee to fiill an unexpired term ending March 1, 2011. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 26, 2008. Correspondence accepted from Barbara Nicknish was' received. [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, ho additional publication costs will be incurred.] Moved and seconded to adjourn meeting at 8:10 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A more complete description of Council activities and disbursements is on file iln the office of the City Clerk and Finance Department. s/Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor _ s/Marian K. Karr, City Clerk Sub l 'tted for publication - 2/26/08. 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 FEBRUARY 15, 2008 Iowa City City Council special meeting 8:00 a.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey'', presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donn~'ll, Wilburn (8:05 a.m.), Wright. Staff members present: Dilkes, Karr. Moved by Wright, seconded by Correia, to adjourn to executive session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual's reputation and that individual requests a closed session (City Manager Interviews). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Wilburn absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned into executive session 8:03 a.m. Council returned to open session 3:18 p.m. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Hayek, to adjourn special meeting 3:20 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Regenia D. Bailey, 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 FEBRUARY 18, 2008 Iowa City City Council special meeting, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey presiding. Council Members present. Bailey, Champion, Correia (6:40 p.m.), Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright. Staff members present: Dilkes, Karr. Moved by Wright, seconded by Champion, to adjourn to executive session to evaluate the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance or discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual's reputation and that individual requests a closed session. (City Manager Search). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Correia absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned into executive session 6:35 p.m. Council returned to open session 9:05 p.m. Moved by Hayek, seconded by Wright, to adjourn special meeting 9:07 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.. Regenia D. Bailey, 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 FEBRUARY 19, 2008 Iowa City City Council regular meeting 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright. Absent: None. Staff members present: Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Davidson, Miklo, O'Malley. The Mayor presented the Outstanding Student Citizenship awards to Regina Elementary students: Grace Larew; Joe Pugh; Reed Deninger. UISG Liaison Volland assisted in the presentations. The Mayor delivered the State of City Message. Moved by Correia, seconded by Hayek, that the following 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: January 24, Special Council Work Session; January 28, Special Council Work Session; January 28, Special Council Work Session; January 29, Special Council Formal Official and Complete; January 31, Special Council Formal Official and Complete; January 31, Special Council Work Session; February 4, Regular Council Work Session; February 5, 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): Public Art Advisory Committee -January 17, 2008; Planning and Zoning Commission - January 17, 2008. Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Brothers of Iowa City, Inc., dba It's Brothers Bar & Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Brothers of Iowa City, Inc., dba It's Brothers Bar & Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St.; Class C Liquor License for Kmarcella, Inc., dba Donnelly's Pub, 110 E. College St.; Class B Beer Permit for Stuff Corp., dba Godfather's Pizza, 531 Hwy 1 West; Special Class C Liquor License for Devotay, Inc., dba Devotay, 117 N. Linn St.; Class C Beer Permit for Fareway Stores, Inc., dba Fareway Stores #950, 2530 Westwinds Dr.; Class C Beer Permit for Fareway Stores, Inc., dba Fareway Stores #34, 2765 Commerce Dr.; Class E Liquor License for Hy- Vee, Inc., dba Hy-Vee #2, 812 S. First Ave.; RES. 08-35, TO ISSUE A DANCE PERMIT to Brothers of Iowa City, Inc., dba It's Brothers Bar & Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St.; RES. 08-36, TO REFUND CIGARETTE PERMIT to Hagen Electronics, InC., dba Hawkeye Amusement, PO Box 3082. Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of $11,601,386.58 for the period of January 1 through January 31, 2008, as recommended by the Finance Director. Resolutions: RES. 08-37, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2685 INDIGO COURT, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 08-38, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC Complete Description February 19, 2008 Page 2 RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER LAURENCE SHORT, ET AL, AND TENANT, TROPICAL CHILL, INC D/B/A BALDY'S WRAPS, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-39, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IgWA CITY, LANDOWNER KLDP, INC, AND TENANT, CHACKALACKAL, INC. D/B/A ONE TWENTY SIX, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-40, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER 120 BUILDING CO, AND TENANT, VITO'S OF IOWA CITY, INC. D/B/A VITO'S, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-41, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER MARC MOEN, AND TENANT, GRAZE IOWA CITY LLC D/B/A GRAZE, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-42, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER PLAZA TOWERS LLC, AND TENANT, J&E, INC. D/B/A FORMOSA ASIAN CUISINE, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-43, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER WILLIAM AND HELEN BYINGTON, AND TENANT, LITTLE DONKEYS, INC. D/B/A PANCHERO'S MEXICAN GRILL, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-44, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER MOKA JAVA LLC, AND TENANT, IOWA CITY COFFEE COMPANY D/B/A JAVA HOUSE, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-45, ACCEPTING CIVIL PENALTY AND WAIVER OF RIGHT TO HEARING FROM JOHN'S GROCERY, INC. Correspondence: Snow Removal letters from Elizabeth Huber, Kathleen Janz, [staff response included] Jim Knapp, Jason White [staff response included]; Joseph Jason regarding Mental Health Care Issues in Iowa; .Jeanne Bock regarding Cultural Diversity -Downside; Marc Moen regarding Fees for false alarms [Mayor Bailey's response included]; Joe Scott regarding Bicycling in Iowa City [Council member Wilburn's response included]; Rev. Donald Spitz regarding Donna Holman; Dan Edwards regarding Abortion; Steve Bernhardt regarding TIF; Rich VeDepo regarding Iowa City Aerohawks; Charlie Terzano Borovic regarding Household Hints; Eve Casserly regarding Transportation Meeting Cancellation; Charlotte Walker reg~,arding Senior Center Commission Vacancy; Public input regarding City Manager candidates from Naomi Novick, Chia-Hsing Lu, Joan Jehle, Holly Hotchkiss, Russell Karkowski, Mike Carberry, Caroline Dieterle, Rick Dobyns, Karen Kubby, Marketa Oliver, Judy Nelson, Janelle Rettig, Garry Klein, Calvin Satterlee, Carol Spaziani, Wanda Evans, Wendy Robertson, Jim Maynard, Tim Weitzel. Complete Description February 19, 2008 Page 3 Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Adam Cannon, 1405 Aberdeen Court, appeared regarding snow removal on City cul- de-sacs. Shaner Magalhaes, Johnson County Historical Society, thanked Council for their investment of additional monies into the Irving Weber Days celebration. A public hearing was held on resolution amending the Comprehensive Plan to include the updated Historic Preservation Plan. PCD Director Davidson introduced Sr. Planner Miklo and Historic Preservation Commission Chair Tim Weitzel presented a power point presentation. Jackie Briggs appeared in support of the Plan. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Moved by Hayek, seconded by Wilburn, to continue public hearing and defer resolution amending the Comprehensive Plan to include the updated Historic Preservation Plan to March 4. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Champion, seconded by Correia, to accept correspondence from David Rust and Joy Smith. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Champion, that the ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 4.40 acres of land at 2815 Rohret Road from Low-Density Single Family Residential (RS-5) to Commercial Office (CO-1) (REZ07-00016), be given second consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on a resolution for the Proposed Operating Budget for the Fiscal Year July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009, the Proposed Three-Year Financial Plan, and also the Multi-Year Capital Improvements Program through Fiscal Year 2012. No one appeared. Finance Director O'Malley present for discussion. Individual Council Members expressed their views. A hearing was held on a resolution assessing a $300.00 civil penalty against Delimart #2. Asst. Johnson County Attorney Andy Chappell present. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Correia, to adopt RES. 08-46, ASSESSING A $300.00 CIVIL PENALTY AGAINST DELIMART #2. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. A hearing was held on a resolution assessing a $300.00 civil penalty against Delimart. Asst. Johnson County Attorney Andy Chappell present. Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Correia, to adopt RES. 08-47, ASSESSING A $300.00 CIVIL PENALTY AGAINST DELIMART. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Wright, seconded by Correia, to adopt RES. 08-48, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND MELTDOWN GLASS ART AND DESIGN LLC TO PRODUCE ARTWORK FOR THE ROBERT A LEE RECREATION CENTER POOL ROOM AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE SAME. PCD Director Davidson presented a power point presentation. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Correia, seconded by Wilburn, to adopt RES. 08-49, AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF IOWA CITY TO JOIN THE INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVES (ICLEI) AND PARTICIPATE IN ITS "CITIES FOR CLIMATE Complete Description February 19, 2008 Page 4 PROTECTION" CAMPAIGN. Recycling Coordinator Jordan present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Correia, seconded by O'Donnell, to accept correspondence from Patricia Ephgrave [staff response included]. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Wright, to adopt RES. 08-50, APPROVING A LEASE AND A TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT WITH MERSCHMAN SEEDS, INC. AND REGENNITTER FARMS, INC. TO LEASE AND CONSTRUCT AN ACCESS WAY FROM MORMON TREK BLVD. TO THE NORTH/SOUTH RUNWAY. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 08-51, APPROVING SETTLEMENT OF PENDING LITIGATION, to Nina Siegal for $45,000. 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: Airport Commission to fill a six year term March 1, 2008 -March 1, 2014; Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment to fill an unexpired term plus afive-year term ending December 31, 2011; Airport Zoning Commission to fill asix-year term January 1, 2006 -December 31, 2011; Board of Adjustment to fill afive-year term January 1, 2008 -January 1, 2013; Civil Service Commission to fill afour-year term April 7, 2008 -April 2, 2012; Planning & Zoning Commission for two vacancies to fill five-year terms May 1, 2008 -May 1, 2013; Senior Center Commission to fill three-year term January 1, 2008 -December 31, 2010; Youth Advisory Commission for two vacancies to fill two year terms January 1, 2008 -December 31, 2009, two (2) persons -Age 18 to 21 on the date of filing. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 5, 2008. The Mayor announced the current vacancy: Public Art Advisory Committee to fill an unexpired term ending March 1, 2011. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 26, 2008. Correspondence accepted from Barbara Nicknish was received. [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 Wright noted that the Iowa City Spells event at the Public Library had been reschedule to February 23; and thanked City crews for their efforts to keep the streets open during the recent snow storm. Mayor Pro tem O'Donnell seconded remarks on City crew's effort on City streets; and thanked those who attended the Meet and Greet of City Manager candidates on February 15. Council Member Wilburn noted that the University of Iowa Black Student Union would be presenting "Black Excellence in Iowa" a film shown on February 28; Cultural Diversity Day on Sunday, February 24; and reported on accepting an invitation from the Veterans Hospital to speak during Black History Month and share personal family history. Council Member Hayek echoed remarks concerning city snow removal crews; and thank city staff and the public who have put in extra hours to keep the sidewalks cleared; announced that the meeting on the University of Iowa Alcohol Task Force that Mayor Bailey Complete Description February 19, 2008 Page 5 and he had planned to attend had been rescheduled to early March and they would report back to Council. Council Member Correia reported on meeting on the Violence Against Women Task Force UISG Volland she co-chair, noting they had begun meeting November 26 and are scheduled for their final meeting April 21. Mayor Bailey reported that Council Member Wilburn, PCD Director Davidson and herself had participated in the Chamber Federal Issues (lobbying) trip the previous week, and stated she felt the team worked very well together and felt optimistic that funding for certain projects might be secured. Council Member Wilburn noted that a number of legislators commented they had received emails and letters regarding projects and encouraged citizens to continue with those comments. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Hayek, to adjourn meeting at 8:10 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Regenia D. Bailey, 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 FEBRUARY 19, 2008 Iowa City City Council special meeting, 5:30 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright. Absent: None. Staff members present: Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Davidson, Fowler. Moved by Champion, seconded by Correia, to adjourn to executive session to discuss strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation is pending where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental body in that litigation; and to discuss the purchase of particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be reasonably expected to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for that property. The minutes and the tape recording of a session closed under this paragraph (real estate) shall be available for public examination when the transaction discussed is completed. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned into executive session 5:32 p.m. Council returned to open session 6:03 p.m. Moved by Wright, seconded by Hayek, to adjourn special meeting 6:05 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor Marian K. Karr, City Clerk r 4a 2 ~~•!,~,®~,~ C I T Y O F 1 4 11V R C I T Y ~~ E~~ IAA Date: January 28, 2008 To: Mayor and City Council From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk Re: Council Special Work Session, February 15, 2008, 4:30 PM in Public Library Room A Tapes: 08-01 (A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office) City Manager Candidates Meet and Greet Mayor Bailey welcomed citizens to the event, noting each candidates would speak 2-3 minutes and then be available to meet one on one with those present, citizen input forms were available to fill out that evening or could be dropped off in the lobby of City Hall until noon on Sunday. She added that input could also be provided on the city website www.icgov.orq until noon on Sunday as well. Brief comments were made by the following candidates: Art Chaudry Larry Delo Mike Matthes Marketa Oliver Susan Stanton The Mayor thanked everyone for coming and encouraged them to talk with the individual candidates and provide feedback. Meeting adjourned 4:50 PM; reception continued to 6:30 PM. •~~®,~ CITY OF IOWA CITY 4a4 Date: January 28, 2008 To: Mayor and City Council From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk Re: Council Special Work Session, February 18, 2008, 9:05 PM in Harvat Hall Council: Bailey, Champion,. Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright UISG Rep.: Volland Staff: Dilkes, Karr, Mejia Other: PAR Consultant Bob Beezat (A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office) City Manager Search PAR Consultant Beezat suggested Council meet prior to the start of second interviews on March 1 to format questions. Council agreed to set aside Saturday, March 1, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Meeting adjourned 9:10 PM. ~,~.®,~ CITY OF iCJWA CITY ~! ~nlli.~,,~ -~..~ Date: February 19, 2008 To: Mayor and City Council From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk Re: Council Special Work Session, February 19, 2008, 6:05 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall Council: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Hayek UISG Rep.: Volland Staff: Helling, Miklo, Dilkes, Karr, Fosse, Jordan, Davidson (A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office) HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN (agenda item # 5a) Sr. Planner Miklo stated he and Historic Preservation Commission Chairperson Tim Weigel would be presenting a power point presentation at the formal meeting. YARD WASTE BAGS (IP2 of 2/14 Information Packet) PW Dir. Fosse and Recycling Coordinator Jordan presented a power print presentation (on file) recommending that the City change their approved yard waste bag from plastic to paper, and encourage more usage of the yard waste annual sticker. STAFF ACTION: Proceed with phasing out of yard waste bags from plastic to paper. (Fosse and Jordan) REAL ESTATE SIGNS ON RENTAL PROPERTIES (IP3 of 2/14 Information Packet) Council Member Wright reported that the Northside Neighborhood Association asked that the Council not take any action at this time and allow representatives of the Association meet with staff on the matter. STAFF ACTION: None at this time. AGENDA ITEMS 4af6) 1. (Agenda item # 2 -Student Citizenship Awards) Mayor Bailey requested that UISG Rep. Volland assist her in presenting the awards. Council Work Session February 19, 2008 Page 2 2. (Agenda item # 5 -Public hearing .... Resolution approving ... Historic Preservation Plan) In response to Council Member Hayek, a majority of Council agreed to continue the public hearing and defer consideration of the resolution to allow more time to review the document. 3. (Agenda item # 9 -Resolution approving ... Meltdown Glass Art ... Robert A. Lee Recreation Center ...) In response to Council Member Wright, PCD Dir. Davidson stated a decision had not been made on wall or ceiling installation and therefore no timeline for installation is available; and that he~would have some slides of the project and a sample of the material being used at the formal meeting. COUNCIL TIME 1. (IP5 of January 10 Information Packet -memo from Public Works Director re December Snow and Ice removal summary) Mayor Bailey noted the memo regarding snow and ice costs, and requested figures on how that compares to a typical year. PW Dir. Fosse stated he would do some research and provide that information. PW Dir. Fosse also responded to questions regarding overtime and intersection cleaning. 2. Council Member Champion noted discussion at the Economic Development Committee meeting regarding infrastructure improvements that would spur development on the southeast side; and questioned finding money for some infrastructure projects such as the 420th Street improvements currently budgeted in fiscal year 2009 an 2010. PCD Dir. Davidson reported on conversations wit property owners in the area. 3. (IP3 of February 7 Information Packet -Request for funding ....Prof. Madonna Constantine ... for "Race, Privilege, and Cultural Competency III") Council Member Hayek raised concerns regarding contributing City monies and fee structures for such requests in the future. UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS/COUNCIL INVITATIONS Mayor Bailey noted: • Fire Department Accreditation -Invitation to session on the process March 3 (IP4 of February 14 Information Packet) • Corridor Legislative Day, February 20 (IP9 of February 14 Information Packet) •3 Spay /Neuter Summit on March 7 (IP10 of February 14 Information Packet) FUTURE MEETING SCHEDULE Discussion of the meeting schedule was deferred to March 3 Meeting adjourned 6:25 PM.