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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
APRIL 14, 2008
Iowa City City Council, special 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, Morck, Fowler, Ford,
Trueblood, Knoche.
The Mayor and Council Member Wilburn presented Outstanding Student Citizenship
Awards to Longfellow Elementary students: Natalie Fobian, Haley Lorenzen, Caitlin Pinnell.
The Mayor proclaimed Architecture Month -April 2008, Will Downing, Iowa Board of
American Institute of Architects accepting; Arbor Day -April 25, 2008; Cover the Uninsured
Week -April 27 through May 3, 2008, Barbara Stannard, Hawkeye Johnson County
Coordinator accepting; Animal Control Appreciation Week -April 13-19, 2008, Animal
Services Supervisor Goodman accepting; Alzheimer's Action and Awareness Week -April
21-27, 2008, Gary Wicklund, Eastern Iowa Board of Alzheimer's Awareness accepting; City
High Girls Basketball Championship Recognition, Coach McTaggart and members of the
Girls Basketball Team accepting; City High Boys Basketball Championship Recognition,
Coaches Woodley and Gentile and members of the Boys Basketball Team accepting.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Wilburn, that the following items and
recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as
amended and to delete from the Consent Calendar Item 4d(6), skywalk easement Benton
Street, for separate consideration; delete Items 4f(3) and accept under Items 6a and 4f(5)
and accept under Items 11 and 12:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk: March 31, Regular Council Work Session; April 1, 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
Library Board of Trustees -February 28, 2008; Civil Service Commission -April 9,
2008; Police Citizens Review Board -March 11, 2008; Parks and Recreation
Commission -January 9, 2008.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk. New:
Class C Liquor License for Sultana, Inc., dba EI Dorado Mexican Restaurant, 1634
Sycamore St. Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Daverse II, Inc., dba College
Street Billiard Club, 114-116 E. College St.; Class E Liquor License for Liquor House,
Ltd., dba Liquor House, 425 S. Gilbert St.; RES. 08-75, TO REFUND the unused
portion of a CIGARETTE PERMIT for FAP Enterprises, Inc., dba Gasby's, 1310 S.
Gilbert St. and FAP Enterprises, Inc., dba Gasby's, 2303 Muscatine Ave.; RES. 08-76,
and RES. 08-77, TO ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMITS to KLB Bauer, Inc., dba Gasby's
#1, 1310 S. Gilbert St. and KLB Bauer, Inc., dba Gasby's #4, 2303 Muscatine Ave.
Public Hearings: RES. 08-78, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON AMENDING
THE FY2008 OPERATING BUDGET, for April 29, 2008; RES. 08-79, SETTING A
PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 29, 2008 ON AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 3
ENTITLED "CITY FINANCES, TAXATION & FEES," CHAPTER 4 ENTITLED
"SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES, BONDS, FINES & PENALTIES,"
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ARTICLE 4, ENTITLED, "WASTEWATER TREATMENT WORKS USER CHARGES,"
OF THE CITY CODE TO INCREASE OR CHANGE WASTEWATER USER
CHARGES; RES. 08-80, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 29, 2008 ON
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2008 DUBUQUE /CHURCH STREET RADIUS
IMPROVEMENT 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. 08-81, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING
ON APRIL 29, 2008 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2008 ASPHALT
RESURFACING 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. 08-82, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING
ON APRIL 29, 2008 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PUBLIC WORKS SALT
STORAGE FACILITY PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE
OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID
PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSECTION; RES. 08-83, FIXING DATE, April 29,
2008, FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $6,890,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS (FOR AN ESSENTIAL
CORPORATE PURPOSE) OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 08-84, FIXING DATE, April 29, 2008,
FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $700,000 OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 08-85, FIXING DATE, April 29, 2008,
FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $645,000 OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 08-86, FIXING DATE, April 29, 2008,
FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $590,000 OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 08-87, FIXING DATE, April 29, 2008,
FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $325,000 OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS AND PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF.
Resolutions: RES. 08-88, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND IOWA STATE BANK & TRUST CO., IOWA CITY,
IOWA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3035 STANFORD AVENUE, IOWA CITY,
IOWA; RES. 08-89, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK
TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING A MORTGAGE FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1108 MARCY STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 08-90,
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 ONE TEN
PROPERTIES, LLC, AND TENANT KMARCELLA, INC D/B/A DONNELLY'S PUB
FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-91, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN
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AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF IOWA FOR THE
PLACEMENT OF A HISTORICAL MARKER IN COLLEGE GREEN PARK TO
COMMEMORATE THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD TREK ACROSS IOWA LED BY
JOHN BROWN; RES. 08-92, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST TO AN AGREEMENT WITH RIVERSIDE THEATRE THAT
ALLOWS THE SALE OF WINE AND BEER UNDER LIMITED CIRCUMSTANCES IN
CITY PARK FROM JUNE 11, 2008 THROUGH JULY 13, 2008; RES. 08-93,
APPROVING AN EARLY OCCUPANCY 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.
Correspondence: Acting JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding
Establish No Parking Any Time on the east side of a segment of Heinz Road; Terry
Smith regarding MidAmerican Energy Annual Report; Rental Inspections letters from
James and Barbara Andrews, Perry Howell, Judith, Pasco, Marshall Poe; Brendan
Sneegas regarding Angel Flight Central's "Hawkeye Wing"; Abigail Darwin regarding
Traffic control at Riverside/Myrtle; Elias Zaharias regarding Iowa City's Social Policy
Defaults.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared
the motion carried.
Council Member Correia abstained due to a conflict of interest. Moved by Champion,
seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 08-04, RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO CONSIDER
THE PROPOSED CONVEYANCE OF A SKYWALK EASEMENT IN FAVOR OF JOHNSON
COUNTY, IOWA, WHICH SKYWALK IS TO BE CONSTRUCTED ABOVE BENTON STREET
BETWEEN CLINTON STREET AND DUBUQUE STREET, AND SETTING A PUBLIC
HEARING FOR APRIL 29, 2008. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Correia abstaining.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Airport Commissioner Greg Farris provided an update of Airport activities.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning approximately 17.97 -acres
located south of Ruppert Road from Community Commercial (CC-2) to Intensive Commercial
(CI-1) (REZ08-0002) (Aviation Commerce Park). PCD Director Davidson and Economic
Development Coordinator Ford present for discussion. The Mayor requested that Council
Members disclose ex parte communications. Individual Council Members shared
information. The following individuals appeared: Jay Honeck, Alexis Park Inn and Suites
Hotel; Robert Powers; and Mark Nolte, Iowa City Area Development Group. Moved by
Correia, seconded by Wright, to accept correspondence from Jay Honeck, Robert Powers,
James Zangger [response from Mayor Bailey included] Mary Honeck. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance rezoning
approximately 17.97 -acres located south of Ruppert Road from Community Commercial
(CC-2) to Intensive Commercial (CI-1) (REZ08-0002) (Aviation Commerce Park), be given
first vote. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on the resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2008 Pavement and Replacement
for Water Main project, establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing
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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 Champion, to adopt RES. 08-95, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2008 PAVEMENT AND REPLACEMENT FOR WATER MAIN
PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID,
DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT FOR 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 public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing the filing of an application with
the Iowa Department of Transportation for FY2009 Iowa DOT State Transit Assistance and
Federal Transit Administration Funding. Acting Transit Manager Morck present for
discussion.
Moved by Wright, seconded by Correia, to adopt RES. 08-96, AUTHORIZING THE
FILING OF AN APPLICATION WITH THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FOR FY2009 IOWA DOT STATE TRANSIT ASSISTANCE AND FEDERAL TRANSIT
ADMINISTRATION FUNDING. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Correia, seconded by Hayek, that ordinance amending Title 6, entitled
"Public Health and Safety", Chapter 1, entitled "Nuisances" to prohibit the consumption of
alcoholic beverages on non-licensed premises between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. Monday through
Saturday, and between 2 a.m. and 8 a.m. on Sunday, be given first vote. Individual Council
Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with the
following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn,
Wright. Nays: Bailey. Absent: None. Moved by Champion, seconded by Correia, to accept
correspondence from Craig Gustaveson and Russell Brown. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Champion, that the 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. 08-4299, AMENDING TITLE 3 ENTITLED "CITY FINANCES,
TAXATION & FEES," CHAPTER 4, ENTITLED "SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES,
BONDS, FINES & PENALTIES," SECTION 3-4-5, ENTITLED "SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL,"
OF THE CITY CODE TO INCREASE OR CHANGE RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE
CHARGES, 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
O'Donnell, seconded by Wright, 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 O'Donnell, seconded by Champion, to that ORD. 08-4300, AMENDING
TITLE 8, ENTITLED "POLICE REGULATIONS, "CHAPTER 5, ENTITLED
"MISCELLANEOUS OFFENSES," SECTION 2, ENTITLED "BEGGING," TO PROHIBIT
SOLICITING FOR MONEY IN LIMITED AREAS, AT CERTAIN TIMES, AND IN AN
AGGRESSIVE MANNER, be passed and adopted. The Mayor declared the ordinance
adopted, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Bailey, Champion, Correia,
Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn. Nays: Wright. Absent: None. Moved by Champion, seconded
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by Correia, to accept correspondence from Justine Long. The Mayor declared the motion
carried, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Wright, seconded by Hayek, that ORD. 08-4301, AMENDING TITLE 8,
ENTITLED "POLICE REGULATIONS," CHAPTER 5, ENTITLED "MISCELLANEOUS
OFFENSES," BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 10, ENTITLED "SITTING AND LYING ON
SIDEWALKS" TO PROHIBIT SITTING AND LYING ON PUBLIC SIDEWALKS IN THE
DOWNTOWN AND IN ZONE 1 OF CITY PLAZA, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance
adopted. Moved by Correia, seconded by Hayek, to accept correspondence from Justine
Long. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members
present.
Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, that ORD. 08-4302, AMENDING TITLE
9, ENTITLED "MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC," CHAPTER 3, ENTITLED "RULES OF
THE ROAD," SECTION 6, ENTITLED "SPEED RESTRICTIONS", SUBSECTION B,
ENTITLED "EXCEPTIONS", be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Champion, to adopt RES. 08-97, AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO
THE AGREEMENT FOR PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY AND HIERONYMUS SQUARE ASSOCIATES. Economic Development
Coordinator Ford present for discussion. Kevin Digmann, representing Hodge Construction,
appeared. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Correia, seconded by Wright, to adopt RES. 08-98, APPROVING AN
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND JOHNSON COUNTY DOGPAC
FOR JOINT MAINTENANCE OF AND SHARING REVENUES GENERATED FROM THE
PROPOSED OFF-LEASH DOG PARK TO BE LOCATED IN SCOTT PARK. Parks &
Recreation Director Trueblood present for discussion. 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 reconsider the previous denial and
grant an application for the renewal of a Class C liquor license for Yelder Enterprises, Inc.,
dba the `Que, 211 Iowa Avenue, through October 30, 2008. Roy Yelder, owner and Sarah
Henningfield, General Manager, appeared. Individual Council Members expressed their
views. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/1, with the following division of
roll call vote. Ayes: O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright, Champion, Correia, Hayek. Nays: Bailey,
Absent: None.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Champion, to grant a 60-day extension to the Police
Citizens Review Board for the filing of the public report with the City Council on Complaint
#08-03. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members
present.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancy on the Civil Service Commission
to fill a four-year term April 7, 2008 -April 2, 2012; Applications must be received by 5:00
p.m., Wednesday, May 7, 2008.
The Mayor announced the current vacancy on Planning & Zoning Commission to fill
an unexpired term ending May 1, 2011. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m.,
Wednesday, May 28, 2008.
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Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, to make the following City Council
Committee appointments: appoint Amy Correia to the JCCOG Affordable Housing Task
Force and Mike Wright to the JCCOG Public Transit Expansion Exploratory Task Force. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Wright, seconded by Wilburn, to appoint Danielle Malatek, 521 Kirkwood
Avenue, #3, to the Youth Advisory Commission to fill two year term 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 afive-year term ending December 31, 2011; Airport
Zoning Commission to fill asix-year term January 1, 2006 -December 31, 2011; Youth
Advisory Commission to fill two year term January 1, 2008 -December 31, 2009, 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.]
Council Member Correia congratulated Maison Bleam on his election as the new UISH
President, noting he was a former member of the City Youth Advisory Commission; and
encouraged citizens to attend a presentation and program on April 17 from Jackson Katz, an
author and filmmaker in the field of gender violence prevention education with men and boys.
Council Member Hayek noted the upcoming Chamber event "Buy Here Business Fair"
on April 16 promoting local businesses to interact with each other and make more of local
purchases to benefit local economy.
Council Member Wilburn reported he had received correspondence from Senator
Grassley indicating his intent to submit the First Avenue grad separation (railroad bridge/
overpass) as a fiscal year 2009 appropriation to a subcommittee and encouraged citizens to
continue to write letters supporting the project to Senators.
Council Member Wright noted the insert in the City water bills outlining the events for
the upcoming Irving B. Weber celebration, and mark events on their calendars.
Mayor Bailey noted the Hospice Walk for Dignity in Willow Creek Park on April 20; and
the Hoover Wallace Dinner on April 19 honoring the humanitarian and public service of
Senator John Culver, UI Doctor Ignacio Ponsetti, and Congressman Jim Leach.
City Atty. Dilkes noted some recent correspondence from the League of Cities
outlining possible drastic changes to the open meetings law and stated Council Members
may wish to contact their legislators.
Moved by Hayek, seconded by Wilburn, to adjourn meeting at 8:30 p.m. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Counci~mbers p~eser~j
nia D. Bailey, Mayo
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 4/1/08
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, Wright.
Absent: None.
The Mayor presenting Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Helen Lemme
Elementary students: Angela Chay, Joanna Eyanson, Molly Hayes, Collin Rogers.
Mid American representative Terry Smith presented a check for $20,000 to the City as
part of Mid American Energy for Trees Please Program.
The Mayor proclaimed Willowwind Appreciation Day -April 19, 2008; and Iowa Valley
Habitat for Humanity builds Iowa City Homes Week -April 13-19, 2008, Chris Swanson
accepting.
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. March 3, Special Council Work Session; March 4, Regular Council Formal
Official and Complete; March 11, Special Council Formal Official and Complete; March
11, Special Council Work Session; March 11, Special 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 -February 7, 2008; Police Citizens Review Board -January 8,
2008; Historic Preservation Commission -January 10, 2008; Historic Preservation
Commission -February 28, 2008; Parks and Recreation Commission -February 20,
2008; Airport Commission -February 14, 2008; Airport Commission -March 6, 2008;
Telecommunications Commission -March 3, 2008; Human Rights Commission -
February 26, 2008.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk.
New: Class B Beer Permit for Pizza Ranch, 1610 Sycamore St. Renewal: Class C
Liquor License for Panchero's Mexican Grill, 32 S. Clinton St.; Class C Liquor License
for Deadwood, 6 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Deadwood, 6 S. Dubuque
St.; Class C Liquor License for Panchero's Mexican Grill, 965 S. Riverside Dr.; Class
C Liquor License for Bob's Your Uncle Pizza Cafe, 2208 N. Dodge St.; Outdoor
Service Area for Bob's Your Uncle Pizza Cafe, 2208 N. Dodge St.
Motion: Approve disbursements in the amount of $8,888,827.17 for the period
of February 1 through February 29, 2008, as recommended by the Finance Director.
Public Hearings: RES. 08-75, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 14,
2008 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF
COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2008 PAVEMENT REPLACEMENT FOR
WATER MAIN PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID
HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON
FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
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Resolutions: RES. 08-76, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND IOWA FINANCE AUTHORITY, DES MOINES, IOWA
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8, 16, 24, 32, 35, 27, 19, 11 CONEFLOWER
COURT, 424 DOUGLASS COURT, 441 DOUGLASS COURT AND 913-913'/2 N
GOVERNOR, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 08-77, TO ADOPT AMENDED STANDARD
OPERATING PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES FOR THE IOWA CITY POLICE
CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD BY AMENDING SECTION IV AND SECTION VI,
ADDING SUBPOENA POWER AND COMMUNITY FORUMS, AND NON
SUBSTANTIVE CHANGES AND FORMATTING ISSUES, AND REPEALING
RESOLUTION 04-308; RES. 08-78, 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 LUSATI, INC D/B/A
QUINTON'S BAR & DELI FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-79, 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 BILL MIHALOPOULOS, AND
TENANT, ATLAS WORLD GRILL, INC D/B/A ATLAS WORLD GRILL, FORA
SIDEWALK CAFE.
Correspondence: Acting Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of
(2) HANDICAP RESERVED PARKING signs near 1424 Broadway Street; Seashia
Vang regarding City Manager candidate information [response from the Interim City
Manager included]; Cliff Pirnat regarding Winter [response from the Interim City
Manager included]; Laura Tuttle regarding Potholes; Doug Alberhasky regarding
Alleys; John Whitaker regarding Leaf blowers [staff response included]; Chris Harms
and Elizabeth Koppes regarding Wetherby Splash Pad; Anne Wallace regarding City
High Champions; Marcia Jenn regarding Concerns regarding various issues.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for April 14, 2008 on an ordinance
rezoning 17.97-acres of land located south of Ruppert Road from Community Commercial
(CC-2) to Intensive Commercial (CI-1) (REZ08-0002). The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 3 entitled "City Finances,
Taxation & Fees," Chapter 4 entitled "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines &
Penalties," Section 3-4-5, entitled "Solid Waste Disposal," of the City Code to increase or
change residential solid waste collection fees.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 3 entitled "City Finances,
Taxation & Fees," Chapter 4 entitled "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines &
Penalties," Section 3-4-5, entitled "Solid Waste Disposal," of the City Code to increase or
change residential solid waste collection fees, be given first vote. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving the Iowa City Housing Authority's
Annual Plan for fiscal year 2008.
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Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-80, APPROVING THE IOWA CITY HOUSING
AUTHORITY'S ANNUAL PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008.
A public hearing was held on a resolution to adopt the amended Iowa City Housing
Authority's Public Housing Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP).
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-81, TO ADOPT THE AMENDED IOWA CITY
HOUSING AUTHORITY'S PUBLIC HOUSING ADMISSIONS AND CONTINUED
OCCUPANCY POLICY (ACOP). .,
A public hearing was held on a resolution to adopt the amended Iowa City Housing
Authority's Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Administrative Plan.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-82, TO ADOPT THE AMENDED IOWA CITY
HOUSING AUTHORITY'S HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER (HCV) ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 8, entitled "Police
Regulations," Chapter 5, entitled "Miscellaneous Offenses," Section 2, entitled "Begging," to
prohibit soliciting for money in limited areas, at certain times, and in an aggressive manner,
be given second vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 8, entitled "Police
Regulations," Chapter 5, entitled "Miscellaneous Offenses," by adding a new section 10,
entitled "Sitting and Lying on Sidewalks" to prohibit sitting and lying on public sidewalks in the
downtown and in Zone 1 of City Plaza, be given second vote. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 9, entitled "Motor Vehicles
and Traffic," Chapter 3, entitled "Rules of the Road," Section 6, entitled "Speed Restrictions",
Subsection B, entitled "Exceptions", be given second vote. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-83, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE
OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER THREE
GUYS HOLDINGS, LLP, AND TENANT, J.J.G., L.L.C. D/B/A T-SPOONS, FOR A
SIDEWALK CAFE.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-84, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE
OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER
BREMER TRUST, AND TENANT, MIDWEST CREAMERY, INC. D/B/A COLD STONE
CREAMERY, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-85, APPROVING A PROPOSED 28E
AGREEMENT FOR PARATRANSIT SERVICE BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND
JOHNSON COUNTY FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2008, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2013, IN
SUBSTANCE, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST, AN AGREEMENT INCORPORATING THE TERMS OF SAID PROPOSAL.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies to Boards and Commissions:
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; Youth Advisory Commission to fill two vacancies for two year terms,
January 1, 2008 -December 31, 2009, for two (2) persons -Age 18 to 21 on the date of
filing. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 9, 2008.
Official Council Actions
April 1, 2008
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The Mayor announced the current vacancy on the Civil Service Commission to fill a
four-year term April 7, 2008 -April 2, 2012. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m.,
Wednesday, May 7, 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.]
Moved and seconded to appoint Annadora Khan, 923 Dearborn Street, to the Public
Art Advisory Committee to fill an unexpired term .ending January 1, 2011. The Mayor
declared the motion carried and announced that the Civil Service appointment would be
readvertised.
Moved and seconded to adjourn meeting at 7:50 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
A more complete description of Council activities and disbursements is on file in the
office of the City Clerk and Finance Department.
s/Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor
s/Marian.K. Karr City C erk
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Date: March 31, 2008
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, March 31, 2008, 6:30 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright
UISG: Volland
Staff: Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Rackis, Boothroy, Cate, O'Malley
(A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office)
COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS
Civil Service Commission - readvertise
Public Art Advisory Committee - Anriadora Khan
AGENDA ITEMS
1. (Consent Calendar # 5g(4) -correspondence from Laura Tuttle .... Potholes) to response
to Council Member Correia, the Interim City Manager stated the procedure would be to file a
claim with the City Finance Department.
2. (Item # 8 -Ordinance amending Title 3 ..... to increase or change residential solid waste
collection fees) Council Member Correia noted that it appeared the City was transitioning to
100% tipper carts and requested a memo on cost savings and cost of operation. Interim
City Manager Helling noted the carts reduced work force to one person per truck and also a
reduction in work related injuries, adding that it was not possible for 100% use of carts due
to other constraints. In response to Council Member Hayek, Interim City Manager reported
on the history of the fee.
3. (Consent Calendar #5g(5) -correspondence from Doug Alberhasky ... alleys) In response
to Mayor Bailey, a majority of Council agreed to add "Alley Maintenance Policy" to their
pending list of discussion items. Council Member Correia requested discussion of alleys
planned in new developments as well.
HOUSING INSPECTION FEES (IP2 of 3/27 Information Packet)
HIS Director Boothroy and Sr. Building Inspector Cate present for discussion. Majority agreed
to change the rental inspection period for single family and duplexes from three years to two
years, and not increase the fee at this time.
STAFF ACTION: Prepare resolution for April 29 meeting. (Boothroy)
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March 31, 2008
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AFTER HOURS CLUBS (Consent Calendar item # 2e(7))
City Atty. Dilkes presented information. Majority of Council directed an ordinance be prepared
prohibiting on premises consumption of alcohol at commercial establishments after 2:00 A.M.
STAFF ACTION: Prepare ordinance for April 14 agenda. (Dilkes)
IOWA CONTAINER DEPOSIT BILL (IP3 of 3/27 Information Packet)
Interim City Manager Helling presented information on an op-ed piece that Recycling
Coordinator Jordan drafted encouraged recycling, and supporting the container deposit bill
being proposed by the State Legislature. Majority of Council supported the bill and agreed to
proceed with the op-ed piece.
STAFF ACTION: Notify Recycling Coordinator Jordan to proceed. (Helling)
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
Council Wilburn presented an update of legislative issues being addressed by the Metropolitan
Coalition. Majority agreed to have Interim City Manager Helling attend a meeting the next day
in Des Moines with Lt. Governor and other representatives of the Metro Coalition on the
Collective Bargaining Bill; focusing on the challenge of the quickly passed legislation and how
the cities did not have an opportunity to understand the impact.
COUNCIL TIME
Council Member Correia stated an ECICOG survey had been sent to member cities
regarding strategic planning and suggested that department heads in solid waster, transit,
community development, as well as Council Members complete the survey. City Clerk Karr
reported she had received the survey and route to JCCOG Planner Yapp. She would follow
up and provide copies as requested.. Council Member Correia also noted several observes
for Earth Day planned at local schools.
2. (Consent Calendar # 5g(3) -snow removal) Council Member Hayek complimented Interim
City Manager Helling on his response to the letter.
3. Council Member Hayek reported on meetings with City Transit staff on downtown
commercial congestion and stated a proposal is almost complete; and after a map is
finalized he will make arrangements to talk with the Downtown Association and report to
Council
4. Council Member Wright reported on the Emergency Management Commission meeting,
noting that the Commission was hopeful that critical management training for executives,
including City Councils, could be scheduled this spring. Majority expressed an interest in
scheduling the training at a council work session. Council Member Wright will follow up and
report back.
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March 31, 2008
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5. Council Member Wright asked if there was interest to schedule a work session item
concerning limiting smoking on City property. Majority agreed to schedule.
6. Council Member Champion requested two JCCOG appointments be made at the next
meeting. City Clerk Karr stated they would be added to the agenda and there would be a
memo included as well. Mayor Bailey reiterated the importance of letting her know (as
alternate) if anyone is unable to attend a JCCOG meeting so that the City is represented.
SCHEDULE OF PENDING DISCUSSION ITEMS
Mayor Bailey updated Council on the following pending items:
^ Banning Plastic Grocery Bags (Recycling Coordinator Jordan; include "Green Initiatives"
discussion)
^ OId Bus Depot Site (JUNE) (Discuss history; vision; pub/priv partnership, sale, etc)
^ Multi-Family Commercial Refuse Pickup Hours and recycling (sent letter to haulers)
^ Snow Removal Policies (APRIL 30) (Outline issues) (Cablecast)
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS/COUNCIL INVITATIONS
Mayor Bailey and Interim City Manager Helling will be attending April 19 Hoover Wallace Dinner
at the Coralville Marriott.
Mayor Bailey is unable to attend the Goodwill Annual Awards Banquet on April 24.
Any Council Member wishing to attend these events should contact the City Clerk.
FUTURE MEETING SCHEDULE
None.
Meeting adjourned 8:05 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
APRIL 1, 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, Fosse, Rackis, Fowler.
The Mayor presenting Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Helen Lemme
Elementary students: Angela Chay, Joanna Eyanson, Molly Hayes, Collin Rogers.
Mid American representative Terry Smith presented a check for $20,000 to -the City as
part of Mid American Energy for Trees Please Program.
The Mayor proclaimed Willowwind Appreciation Day -April 19, 2008; and Iowa Valley
Habitat for Humanity builds Iowa City Homes Week -April 13-19, 2008, Chris Swanson
accepting.
Moved by Champion, 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. March 3, Special Council Work Session; March 4, Regular Council Formal
Official and Complete; March 11, Special Council Formal Official and Complete; March
11, Special Council Work Session; March 11, Special 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 -February 7, 2008; Police Citizens Review Board -January 8,
2008; Historic Preservation Commission -January 10, 2008; Historic Preservation
.Commission -February 28, 2008; Parks and Recreation Commission -February 20,
2008; Airport Commission -February 14, -2008; Airport Commission -March 6, 2008;
Telecommunications Commission -March 3, 2008; Human Rights Commission -
February 26, 2008.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk.
New: Class B Beer Permit for P & S Restaurant Group, dba Pizza Ranch, 1610
Sycamore St. Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Little Donkeys, Inc., dba
Panchero's Mexican Grill, 32 S. Clinton St.; Class C Liquor License for Ranger
Enterprises, Inc., dba Deadwood, 6 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Ranger
Enterprises, Inc., dba Deadwood, 6 S. Dubuque St.; Class C Liquor License for
Freshmex Iowa City, LLC, dba Panchero's Mexican Grill, 965 S. Riverside Dr.; Class C
Liquor License for Iowa City Eastside Cafe, Inc., dba Bob's Your Uncle Pizza Cafe,
2208 N. Dodge St.; Outdoor Service Area for Iowa City Eastside Cafe, Inc., dba Bob's
Your Uncle Pizza Cafe, 2208 N. Dodge St.
Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of $8,888,827.17 for the period
of February 1 through February 29, 2008, as recommended by the Finance Director.
Public Hearings: RES. 08-75, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 14,
2008 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF
COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2008 PAVEMENT REPLACEMENT FOR
WATER MAIN PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID
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HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON
FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
Resolutions: RES. 08-76, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND IOWA FINANCE AUTHORITY, DES MOINES, IOWA
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8, 16, 24, 32, 35, 27, 19, 11 CONEFLOWER
COURT, 424 DOUGLASS COURT, 441 DOUGLASS COURT AND 913-913'/2 N
GOVERNOR, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 08-77, TO ADOPT AMENDED STANDARD
OPERATING PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES FOR THE IOWA CITY POLICE
CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD BY AMENDING SECTION IV AND SECTION VI,
ADDING SUBPOENA POWER AND COMMUNITY FORUMS, AND NON
SUBSTANTIVE CHANGES AND FORMATTING ISSUES, AND REPEALING
RESOLUTION 04-308; RES. 08-78, 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 LUSATI, INC D/B/A
QUINTON'S BAR & DELI FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 08-79, 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 BILL MIHALOPOULOS, AND
TENANT, ATLAS WORLD GRILL, INC D/B/A ATLAS WORLD GRILL, FOR A
SIDEWALK CAFE.
Correspondence: Acting Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of
(2) HANDICAP RESERVED PARKING signs near 1424 Broadway Street; Seashia
Vang regarding City Manager candidate information [response from the Interim City
Manager included]; Cliff Pirnat regarding Winter [response from the Interim City
Manager included]; Laura Tuttle regarding Potholes; Doug Alberhasky regarding
Alleys; John Whitaker regarding Leaf blowers [staff response included]; Chris Harms
and Elizabeth Koppes regarding Wetherby Splash Pad; Anne Wallace regarding City
High Champions; Marcia Jenn regarding Concerns regarding various issues.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared
the motion carried.
Moved by Correia, seconded by Hayek, to set a public hearing for April 14, 2008 on an
ordinance rezoning 17.97-acres of land located south of Ruppert Road from Community
Commercial (CC-2) to Intensive Commercial (CI-1) (REZ08-0002) (Aviation Commerce Park).
The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 3 entitled "City Finances,
Taxation & Fees," Chapter 4 entitled "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines &
Penalties," Section 3-4-5, entitled "Solid Waste Disposal," of the City Code to increase or
change residential solid waste collection fees. No one appeared.
Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance amending Title 3
entitled "City Finances, Taxation & Fees," Chapter 4 entitled "Schedule of Fees, Rates,
Charges, Bonds, Fines & Penalties," Section 3-4-5, entitled "Solid Waste Disposal," of the
City Code to increase or change residential solid waste collection fees, be given first vote.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared
the motion carried.
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A public hearing was held on a resolution approving the Iowa City Housing Authority's
Annual Plan for fiscal year 2008. Housing Administrator Steve Rackis presented a power
point of the program. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Correia, to adopt RES. 08-80, APPROVING THE
IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY'S ANNUAL PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on a resolution to adopt the amended Iowa City Housing
Authority's Public Housing Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP). Housing
Administrator Steve Rackis present for discussion.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Wright, to adopt RES. 08-81, TO ADOPT THE
AMENDED IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY'S PUBLIC HOUSING ADMISSIONS AND
CONTINUED OCCUPANCY POLICY (ACOP). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on a resolution to adopt the amended Iowa City Housing
Authority's Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Administrative Plan. Housing Administrator
Steve Rackis present for discussion.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Champion, to adopt RES. 08-82, TO ADOPT THE
AMENDED IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY'S HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER (HCV)
ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Hayek, that the ordinance amending Title 8,
entitled "Police Regulations," Chapter 5, entitled "Miscellaneous Offenses," Section 2,
entitled "Begging," to prohibit soliciting for money in limited areas, at certain times, and in an
aggressive manner, be given second vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/1, with
the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell,
Wilburn. Nays: Wright. Absent: None.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Hayek, that the ordinance amending Title 8, entitled
"Police Regulations," Chapter 5, entitled "Miscellaneous Offenses," by adding a new section
10, entitled "Sitting and Lying on Sidewalks" to prohibit sitting and lying on public sidewalks in
the downtown and in Zone 1 of City Plaza, be given second vote. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Wright, seconded by Hayek, that the ordinance amending Title 9, entitled
"Motor Vehicles and Traffic," Chapter 3, entitled "Rules of the Road," Section 6, entitled
"Speed Restrictions", Subsection B, entitled "Exceptions", be given second vote. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Correia, to adopt RES. 08-83, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR
TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
LANDOWNER THREE GUYS HOLDINGS, LLP, AND TENANT, J.J.G., L.L.C. D/B/A T-
SPOONS, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council
Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Wright, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 08-84, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR
TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
LANDOWNER BREMER TRUST, AND TENANT, MIDWEST CREAMERY, INC. D/B/A COLD
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STONE CREAMERY, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Council Members present.. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Correia, to adopt RES. 08-85, APPROVING A
PROPOSED 28E AGREEMENT FOR PARATRANSIT SERVICE BETWEEN THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY AND JOHNSON COUNTY FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2008, THROUGH
JUNE 30, 2013, IN SUBSTANCE, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST, AN AGREEMENT INCORPORATING THE TERMS OF
SAID PROPOSAL. Parking and Transit Director Fowler present for discussion. Individual
Council Members expressed their views. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council
Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies to Boards and Commissions:
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; Youth Advisory Commission to fill two vacancies for two year terms,
January 1, 2008 -December 31, 2009, for two (2) persons -Age 18 to 21 on the date of
filing. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 9, 2008.
The Mayor announced the current vacancy on the Civil Service Commission to fill a
four-year term April 7, 2008 -April 2, 2012. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m.,
Wednesday, May 7, 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.]
Moved by Champion, seconded by Wright, to appoint Annadora Khan, 923 Dearborn
Street, to the Public Art Advisory Committee to fill an unexpired term ending January 1, 2011.
The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Wilburn absent, and announced
that the Civil Service appointment would be readvertised.
Council Member Wilburn wished a Happy Birthday to his daughter, Alex.
Council Member Hayek wished a Happy Birthday to his daughter, Greta; and noted the
recent Sueppel family tragedy and thanked City staff, especially the Police Department for
their professionalism and sensitivity.
Mayor Bailey also acknowledged the professionalism of the Police Department over
the past week concerning the Sueppel family tragedy; and congratulated them on receiving
the Commission of Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies for the third time.
Interim City Manager Helling reported on his recent visit with the Lt. Governor and
other representatives from the Metropolitan Coalition regarding the collective bargaining bill.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Hayek, to adjourn meeting at 7:50 p.m. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk