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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
JULY 15, 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: Lombardo, Helling, Dilkes, Karr. Davidson, O'Brien,
Ralston, Klingaman, Fosse, Boothroy, Okerlund.
The Mayor proclaimed Persons with Disabilities Day -July 26, 2008, Keith Ruff,
Everett Conner Center accepting; International Justice Day -July 17, 2008, Kate Karacay
accepting.
Council Member Hayek stated he would be abstaining from voting on Consent
Calendar due to a conflict of interest. Moved by Champion, seconded by Wright, 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: June 17, Regular Council Formal Official and Complete; June 23, Special
Council Work Session; June 24, Special Council Formal Official and Complete; June
30, Special Council Work Session; July 3, Special Council Formal Official and
Complete; July 3, Special Council Work Session.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Airport
Commission -May 8, 2008; Airport Commission -May 22, 2008; Planning and Zoning
Commission -June 19, 2008; Planning and Zoning Commission -June 5, 2008;
Planning and Zoning Commission -May 15, 2008; Senior Center Commission -May
20, 2008; Senior Center Commission -March 18, 2008; Senior Center Commission -
April 15, 2008; Historic Preservation Commission -May 22, 2008; Parks and
Recreation Commission -April 28, 2008; Telecommunications Commission -June 2,
2008; Public Library Board of Trustees -May 22, 2008; Human Rights Commission -
May 20, 2008; Board of Adjustment -May 14, 2008; Police Citizens Review Board -
June 10, 2008.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk.
New: Class C Liquor License for Short's Burger and Shine, LLC, dba Short's Burger
and Shine, 18 S. Clinton Street; Class B Beer Permit for Iowa City Fall Fun Festival,
Inc., dba Iowa City Fall Fun Festival Tent A, 2140 Rochester Ave.; Class B Beer
Permit for Iowa City Fall Fun Festival, Inc., dba Iowa City Fall Fun Festival Tent B,
2140 Rochester Ave.; Class C Liquor License for DTW, Inc., dba T.C.B. 114 E.
College St.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Etre, LLC, dba Etc., 118 S. Dubuque St.;
Class B Beer Permit for NPC International, Inc., dba Pizza Hut #4358,1926 Keokuk
St.; Special Class C Liquor License for P & M Restaurant, Inc., dba Sushi Popo, 725
Mormon Trek Blvd.; Class C Liquor License for I.C. Mill Associates, LLC, dba Mill
Restaurant, 120 E. Burlington St.; Outdoor Service Area for I.C. Mill Associates, LLC,
dba Mill Restaurant, 120 E. Burlington St.; Class C Liquor License for Pub Gal, Inc.,
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dba IC Uglys, 210 N. Linn St.; Class C Liquor License for Roy L. Chopek/Walter L.
"Bud" Ott, Post #17 dba American Legion, Roy L. Chopek Post #17, 3016 Muscatine
Avenue; Class E Liquor License for Hartig Drug Company, Inc., dba Hartig Drug Store
#10, 701 Mormon Trek Blvd.; Class C Liquor License for J & E, Inc., dba Formosa
Asian Cuisine, 241 E. College St.; RES. 08-198, TO ISSUE DANCE PERMITS to I.C.
Mill Associates, LLC, dba Mill Restaurant, 120 E. Burlington St.; Etre, LLC, dba Etc.,
118 S. Dubuque St.; Iowa City Fall Fun Festival, Inc., dba Iowa City Fall Fun Festival,
2140 Rochester Ave.; RES. 08-199, TO ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMITS to Iowa City
Moose Lodge #1096, 3151 Highway 6 E., Smokers Unlimited, LLC, dba Konnexian,
106 S. Linn St.; Dublin Underground, Inc., dba Dublin Underground, 5 S. Dubuque St.
Resolutions: RES. 08-200, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT FOR 2814
IRVING AVENUE; RES. 08-201, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIENS REGARDING TWO
MORTGAGES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1417 FRANKLIN STREET,
IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 08-202, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING A MORTGAGE
AND AN AMENDED MORTGAGE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 924 VAN
BUREN STREET SOUTH, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 08-203, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN
REGARDING A MORTGAGE AND A PROMISSORY NOTE FOR THE PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 841 RUNDELL STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES 08-204,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE
RELEASE OF LIENS REGARDING A STATEMENT OF LIFE LIEN AND AN
AMENDED STATEMENT OF LIFE LIEN FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1612 E
COURT STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 08-205, 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 AND
TRUST CO., IOWA CITY, IOWA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1552 DICKENSON
LANE, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 08-206, 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 AND TRUST CO.,
IOWA CITY, IOWA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3017 STANFORD AVENUE,
IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 08-207, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND UNIVERSITY OF IOWA COMMUNITY CREDIT
UNION, IOWA CITY, IOWA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1622 WILSON STREET,
IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 08-208, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND UNIVERSITY OF IOWA COMMUNITY CREDIT
UNION, IOWA CITY, IOWA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 15 REGAL LANE, IOWA
CITY, IOWA; RES. 08-209, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF IOWA CITY AND RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE NETWORK INC.,
CORALVILLE, IOWA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 511 THIRD AVENUE, IOWA
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CITY, IOWA; RES. 08-210, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE MERCER PARK
AQUATIC CENTER ROOF REPLACEMENT PROJECT.
Correspondence: JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of
NO PARKING ANYTIME signs on the west side of Wylde Green Road from between
Benton Street and Ashley Street [Staff memorandum included]; JCCOG Traffic
Engineering Planner regarding Installation of NO PARKING ANYTIME signs on the
east side (outer curve) of Talwrn Court [Correspondence included -reference staff
memorandum included with 3e(1)]; JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding
Installation of NO PARKING ANYTIME signs on the south side of Kineton Green from
Sunset Street to Wylde Green Road [Correspondence included; reference staff
memorandum included with 3e(1)]; JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding
removal of existing NO PARKING 10AM-4PM MONDAY-FRIDAY signs on the south
side of Oakcrest Street between Sunset Street and George Street (1200&1300 Blocks)
[staff memorandum and correspondence included]; JCCOG Traffic Engineering
Planner regarding Installation of on-street metered parking spaces and establishment
of parking meter terms on the 300 block of College Street; JCCOG Traffic Engineering
Planner regarding Installation of (3) STOP signs - (1) on the northwest corner of
Middlebury Road and Westbury Drive intersection, (1) on the southeast corner of
Middlebury Road and Westbury Drive intersection, and (1) on the northwest corner of
the Middlebury Road and Eastbury Drive intersection; JCCOG Traffic Engineering
Planner regarding Removal of three on-street metered parking spaces and
establishment of PARKING OFFICE CUSTOMERS ONLY 20 MINUTE LIMIT 7AM-
6PM MON-SAT signs on the 300 block of Iowa Avenue; Dianne Jones X2 regarding
Wal-Mart Super Center Support; Brian Loring regarding BIC's position on Burlington
Street; Elizabeth Foster Hill for Barbara Mitchell regarding Wetherby, Isaac A. House
611 North Governor; Jim Cochran regarding Smoking in the Ped Mall; Charlotte
Walker, Richard Tibbetts regarding Suggestion and appeal regarding Oakland
Cemetery grave/niche purchases; Pat Farrant regarding Animal sheltering issues; Tim
Taffe regarding Restoring 726 Iowa Avenue to previous duplex classification; Chris
Rhatigan regarding New Press-Citizen reporter; Jake Dunshee regarding Greenwood
Railroad Crossing; Joe Bolkcom regarding Grant Opportunities; Ivan Hall regarding
Considerations for Idyllwild Condo Buyout.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Hayek abstaining. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
The following individuals appeared regarding flooding matters: Steve McGuire,
Parkview Terrace neighborhood; Charlie Eastham, 37 Colwyn Court, Idyllwild subdivision;
and Sherry Christoffer, 1550 S. Gilbert St. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Wright, to accept
correspondence from Dr. LeAnn Anderson submitted by Ms. Christoffer. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Hayek, seconded by O'Donnell, to set a motion setting a public hearing for
August 11 on an ordinance amending the conditional zoning agreement to modify the
concept site plan for approximately 25.16-acres of property in the Community Commercial
(CC-2) Zone for Westport Plaza including Wal-Mart at 855, 911 & 1001 Highway 1 West
(REZ08-00006). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council
Members present.
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A public hearing was held on a resolution approving vacation of the Northtowne
Parkway right-of-way and partial release of public access easement within Highlander
Development, Third Addition, Iowa City, Iowa (VAC08-00002). Moved by Champion,
seconded by O'Donnell, to continue public hearing to August 26. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Wright, to defer to August 26 a resolution
approving vacation of the Northtowne Parkway right-of-way and partial release of public
access easement within Highlander Development, Third Addition, Iowa City, Iowa. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning approximately .28 acres located
at 700 South Dubuque Street from Community Commercial (CC-2) to Intensive Commercial
(CI-1) (REZ08-00007). PCD Director Davidson present for discussion. The Mayor requested
ex parte communications, and none were reported. Atty. Sarah Swartzendruber,
representing the applicant, appeared.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Correia, that the ordinance rezoning approximately
.28 acres located at 700 South Dubuque Street from Community Commercial (CC-2) to
Intensive Commercial (CI-1) (REZ08-00007), be given first vote. PCD Director Davidson
present for discussion. Individual Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor
declared the motion carried, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: O'Donnell,
Wilburn, Wright, Bailey, Correia, Hayek. Nays: Champion. Absent: None.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Wright, that the ordinance amending Title 15, Land
Subdivisions, by repealing Title 15 in its entirety and replacing it with a new Title 15, Land
Subdivisions, be given first vote. Individual Council Members expressed their views. PCD
Director Davidson present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council
Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Champion, 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. 08-4310, CONDITIONALLY REZONING APPROXIMATELY 10.08 ACRES
OF LAND LOCATED NORTH OF HIGHWAY 6, EAST OF SCOTT BOULEVARD, AND
WEST OF COMMERCE DRIVE FROM INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL (CI-1) ZONE TO
COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (CC-2) ZONE (REZ08-00003), 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. The Mayor requested ex parte communications, and none were
reported. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Hayek, 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 Wilburn, seconded by Hayek, to accept
correspondence from Mary Jo Streb. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously,
7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by O'Donnell, 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. 08-4311, REZONING APPROXIMATELY 9.48 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED
SOUTH OF OLIVE COURT AND LEAMER COURT AND EAST OF MARIETTA AVENUE
FROM MEDIUM DENSITY SINGLE FAMILY (RS-8) ZONE TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
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OVERLAY (OPD-8) (REZ08-0001) (Neuzil) be voted on for final passage at this time. The
Mayor requested ex pane communications, and none were reported. The Mayor declared the
motion carried, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Champion, Correia,
O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright, Bailey. Nays: Hayek. Absent: None. Moved by Wilburn,
seconded by Wright, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. The Mayor declared
the ordinance adopted, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Correia,
O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright, Bailey, Champion. Nays: Hayek. Absent: None. Moved by
O'Donnell, seconded by Hayek, to accept correspondence from Ronald Amelon. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 08-211, APPROVING
THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF HENDRICKSON LYTHAM CONDOMINIUMS, IOWA CITY,
IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Wright, seconded by Champion, to adopt RES. 08-212, APPROVING THE
FINAL PLAT OF KENNEDY'S WATERFRONT ADDITION PART FIVE, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted. Moved by Hayek, seconded by O'Donnell, to accept correspondence
from Dorsey Phelps. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council
Members present.
Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance amending Title 2 of
the City Code, entitled "Human Rights," Chapter 3, entitled "Discriminatory Practices" to
except small employers from discrimination claims and Chapter 4, entitled "Enforcement," to
increase the time period for filing a discrimination claim, be given second vote. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved by Correia, seconded by Champion, to adopt RES. 08-213, APPROVING AN
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE ARTIST FOR THE
WASHINGTON HILLS NEIGHBORHOOD ART PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE SAME. Neighborhood
Coordinator Klingaman present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Council Members present. The Mayor declared resolution adopted.
Moved by Wright, seconded by Correia, to adopt RES. 08-214, AUTHORIZING THE
INSTALLATION OF SPEED HUMPS IN THE 1000-1200 BLOCKS OF FOSTER ROAD.
Paul Show and Dean Thornberry appeared. Transportation Planner Ralston 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.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Hayek, to accept correspondence from Jamie Tisdale, Paula
and Lowell Brandt, Gary Frakes, George Perry, Walter Way, Susan Wells. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Wright, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 08-215, AWARDING
CONTRACT to Maxwell Construction for $ 165,312.00 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
THE HIGHLAND COURT WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
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Moved by Correia, seconded by Hayek, to adopt RES. 08-216, REJECTING BIDS
RECEIVED ON JULY 8, 2008 FOR THE 2008 DURABLE PAVEMENT MARKING PROJECT,
AND SETTING A NEW DATE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS FOR THE REBIDDING OF THE
2008 DURABLE PAVEMENT MARKING PROJECT, 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.
Moved by Wright, seconded by Champion, to adopt RES. 08-217, AWARDING
CONTRACT to Municipal Pipe & Tool Co. for $ 161,437.00 AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2008 SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION PROJECT.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Hayek, to adopt RES. 08-218, AWARDING
CONTRACT to T & K Roofing for $286,763.00 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE
ROBERT A. LEE RECREATION CENTER ROOF MEMBRANE REPLACEMENT PROJECT.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Wright, to adopt RES. 08-219, AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF AN AMENDED CHAPTER 28E AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY AND JOHNSON COUNTY FOR PARATRANSIT SERVICE FOR THE PERIOD
OF JULY 1, 2008 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2013. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Hayek, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 08-220, ADOPTING AN
ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE OF UNPAID MOWING, CLEAN-UP OF PROPERTY, SNOW
REMOVAL, SIDEWALK REPAIR, AND STOP BOX REPAIR CHARGES AND DIRECTING
THE CLERK TO CERTIFY THE SAME TO THE JOHNSON COUNTY TREASURER FOR
COLLECTION IN THE SAME MANNER AS PROPERTY TAXES. The following individuals
appeared: Ellen Sweet, 1219 Oakcrest St.; and Dean Thornberry, representing T & Z
Partners. HIS Director Boothroy 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 vacancy on Historic Preservation
Commission to fill an unexpired term ending March 29, 2009. Applications must be received
by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 6, 2008.
Moved by Correia, seconded by Wright, to appoint Elizabeth Cummings, 725 Bradley
Street, to the Civil Service Commission to fill afour-year term April 7, 2008 -April 2, 2012;
appoint Andy Douglas, 2721-D Muscatine Avenue and Rebecca McMurray, 1904 Gleason
Avenue, to the Housing & Community Development Commission for two (2) three-year terms
September 1, 2008 -September 1, 2011; appoint Michelle Payne, to the Planning & Zoning
Commission to fill an unexpired term ending May 1, 2010. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Correspondence was received from
Michelle Payne.
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The Mayor noted the following vacancies received no applications and will 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; Housing & Community Development Commission to fill athree-year
terms September 1, 2008 -September 1, 2011; Police Citizens Review Board for two
vacancies to fill four-year terms September 1, 2008 -September 1, 2012; Youth Advisory
Commission to fill a two year term for January 1, 2008 -December 31, 2009 for One (1)
person -Age 18 to 21 on the date of filing. [Staff will not publish additional notices after a
period of six publications; but will continue to advertise vacancies with postings and on the
Council agenda. However, no additional publication costs will be incurred.]
Council Member Wilburn wished everyone participating in RAGBRAI good luck, and
unveiled the North Liberty shirts commemorating the Thursday night stop.
In response to Council Member O'Donnell, the City Manager reported the Iowa
Avenue bridge could be closed a month and he would follow up with information.
Council Member Champion inquired as to the procedure for reporting the poor
condition of dumpsters on private property. City Atty. Dilkes suggested HIS Director
Boothroy be informed.
Mayor Bailey thanked all the volunteers who helped throughout the City during flood
recovery efforts; and United Way for coordination of volunteers. She noted the need for
volunteers for removing sandbags, and encouraged citizens to check the City website for
additional information.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Hayek, to adjourn at 9:00 p.m. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members p~sent. 1 D R
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 6/17/08
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 Presentation by the Public Library Friends Foundation was rescheduled to June
24.
Mayor Bailey and City Manager Lombardo provided an update on flooding in Iowa
City.
Moved and seconded to amend the consent calendar to include items: # 5a, 11, 13,
14, 15, 17, 18, 19. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded 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: June 2, Regular Council Work Session; June 3, Regular Council Formal
Official and Complete; June 11, Special Meeting Minutes.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Public Art
Advisory Committee -May 15, 2008; Telecommunications Commission -April 28,
2008; Planning and Zoning Commission - May 15, 2008; Planning and Zoning
Commission -May 12, 2008; Police Citizens Review Board -May 13, 2008.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk.
New: Class C Liquor License for Los Cocos, Inc., dba Los Cocos, 1921 Keokuk St.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Fraternal Order of Eagles, Iowa City Aerie #695
dba Fraternal Order of Eagles, Iowa City Aerie #695, 225 Hwy 1 W.; Class C Liquor
License for 808 Restaurant & Night Club, Inc., dba 808 Restaurant & Night Club, Inc.,
121 Iowa Ave.; Class C Liquor License for Dublin Underground, Inc., dba Dublin
Underground, 5 S. Dubuque St. Class C Liquor License for David Alberhasky dba
Dave's Foxhead Tavern, 402 E. Market St.; Special Class C Liquor License for D & E
Restaurant, Inc., dba Z'Mariks Noodle Cafe, 19 S. Dubuque St. ;Special Class C
Liquor License for Zio Johno's, Inc., dba Zio Johno's Spaghetti House, 953 S.
Riverside Dr.; Class E Liquor License for John's Grocery, Inc., dba John's Grocery,
Inc., 401 E. Market St.; RES. 08-175, TO ISSUE DANCING PERMITS to Los Cocos,
Inc., dba Los Cocos, 1921 Keokuk St. and Fraternal Order of Eagles, Iowa City Aerie
#695 dba Fraternal Order of Eagles, Iowa City Aerie #695, 225 Hwy 1 W.; RES. 08-
176, TO ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMITS.
Motions. Approve disbursements in the amount of $8,394,173.33 for the period
of May 1 through May 31, 2008, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to
audit.
Official Actions
June 17, 2008
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Resolutions. RES. 08-177, NAMING DEPOSITORIES; RES. 08-178,
AMENDING THE ADMISSIONS AND CONTINUED OCCUPANCY POLICY FOR
PUBLIC HOUSING TO INCLUDE AN EXCEPTION FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC
VIOLENCE; RES. 08-179, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING TWO PROMISSORY
NOTES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1413 FRANKLIN STREET, IOWA
CITY, IOWA; RES. 08-180, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE DECLARATION
OF CONDOMINIUM REGIME FOR LOT 10, LONGFELLOW MANOR
CONDOMINIUMS; RES. 08-181, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM REGIME FOR LOT 11, LONGFELLOW MANOR
CONDOMINIUMS.
Correspondence: JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding NO PARKING
HERE TO CORNER on the north side of Foster Road approaching the intersection
with Swisher Street. Unless directed otherwise by the City Council, this action will
occur after June 17, 2008; JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation
of (1) YIELD sign on the northwest corner of the Glendale Drive and North Lowell
Street intersection; Acting Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Removal of (2) DO
NOT ENTER signs and (1) ONE-WAY sign; Burlington Street letters from Thomas
Baldridge, Susan Beckett, Gary Christensen, Jim Cochran, Scott Egerton, Erin Fleck,
Cody Gieselman, Laurie Haag, Richard Johnson, Jamie Jorgensen, Nick Maddix,
Trish Nelson, Dan Nidey, Janelle Rettig, Gregory Schmidt, Fitzgerald Steele, Jan
Stewart, Peggy Stokes, Anne Tabor, Richard Walton; Michael Carr regarding The
Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War resolution request; Jim Calkins regarding
Complete smoking ban; Mary Yagla Peterson regarding Reconstruction on Lower
Muscatine Avenue; JoHanna Allen regarding Underage drinking; Signe Hovet
regarding Leash Law; Nick Hafner regarding Minor League Baseball Report; Reyna
Wilkens (X2) regarding Update and press release from Merschman Seeds; Ted
Lowndes regarding Senior Evacuation Relief; David Koch regarding City High Civics
Project.
Motions: Setting a public hearing for July 15 on an ordinance to rezone
approximately .28 acres located at 700 South Dubuque Street from Community
Commercial (CC-2) to Intensive Commercial (CI-1) (REZ08-00007); Approving tax
exemption certificate for the issuance of $9,150,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series
2008A; approving continuing disclosure certificate for the issuance of $9,150,000
General Obligation Bonds, Series 2008A.
Resolutions: RES. 08-182, AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE
ISSUANCE OF $9,150,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2008A, AND
LEVYING A TAX TO PAY SAID BONDS; RES. 08-183, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE FY2009 28E AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE CITY OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS
FOR THE PROVISION OF TRANSIT SERVICE WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS
OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS; RES. 08-184, AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR
FUNDING ASSISTANCE FOR A STATE RECREATION TRAILS PROGRAM (SRT)
PROJECT TO THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, FOR
DEVELOPMENT OF RECREATION TRAILS; RES. 08-185, REJECTING BIDS
Official Actions
June 17, 2008
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RECEIVED ON JUNE 10, 2008 FOR THE EAST SIDE RECYCLING CENTER
PROJECT; RES. 08-186, AUTHORIZING SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FROM THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT'S COMMUNITY ECONOMIC BETTERMENT ACCOUNT (CEBA)
FOR $40,000 AND A LOCAL MATCH OF A FIVE-YEAR, NO INTEREST $15,000
LOAN FOR FUNDS TO ASSIST KLEFFMAN NORTH AMERICA INC.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies on Board and
Commissions: Housing & Community Development Commission for three vacancies to
fill three-year terms September 1, 2008 -September 1, 2011; Planning & Zoning
Commission to fill an unexpired term ending May 1, 2010; Police Citizens Review
Board for two vacancies to fill four-year terms September 1, 2008 -September 1,
2012. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 9, 2008.
The Mayor noted the following vacancies received no applications and will 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. Civil Service Commission to fill afour-year
term April 7, 2008 -April 2, 2012; Youth Advisory Commission to fill a two year term
January 1, 2008 -December 31, 2009. [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.]
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to continue all public hearings and defer items # 4, 5b to 10, and
items 12, 16, 20, 21, 22 and 23 until June 24 as follows:
Community comment (items not on the agenda);
Public hearing and first consideration of ordinance amending Title 15, Land
Subdivisions, by repealing Title 15 in its entirety and replacing it with a new Title 15,
Land Subdivisions;
Public hearing and first consideration of ordinance conditionally rezoning
approximately 10.08 acres of land located north of Highway 6, east of Scott Boulevard,
and west of Commerce Drive from Intensive Commercial (CI-1) zone to Community
Commercial (CC-2) Zone (REZ08-00003);
Public hearing and first consideration of ordinance rezoning approximately 9.48
acres of land located south of Olive Court and Learner Court and east of Marietta
Avenue from Medium Density Single Family (RS-8) Zone to Planned Development
Overlay (OPD-8) (REZ08-00001);
Pass and adopt ordinance rezoning approximately 11.7-acres of land located
on Ruppert Road west of Old Highway 218 from Community Commercial (CC-2) to
Intensive Commercial (CI-1) (REZ08-00004);
Pass and adopt ordinance rezoning approximately 8.95-acres of land located
on Ruppert road west of Old Highway 218 from Community Commercial (CC-2) to
Neighborhood Public (P-1) (REZ08-00004);
Resolution approving the preliminary plat of Galway Hills Subdivision Parts 10 &
11 Iowa City, Iowa (SUB06-00003); Resolution approving the final plats of Galway
Hills Subdivision Parts 10 & 11, Iowa City, Iowa. (SUB08-00006);
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Public hearing and first consideration of ordinance amending Title 16, Public
Works, Chapter 3A, City Utilities -General Provisions, Section 6, Billing and Collection
Procedures; Delinquent Accounts, to eliminate the delinquency charge for all state and
local government entities;
Public hearing and first consideration of ordinance authorizing conveyance of a
single family home located at 960 Longfellow Place;
Public hearing and consideration of resolution approving plans, specifications,
form of contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2008 Durable
Pavement Marking 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;
Public hearing and consideration of resolution approving plans, specifications,
form of contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2008 Sanitary Sewer
Rehabilitation 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;
Public hearing and consideration of resolution approving plans, specifications,
form of contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Highland Court Water
Main Replacement 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;
Public hearing and first consideration of ordinance amending title 2 of the City
Code, entitled "Human Rights," Chapter 3, entitled "Discriminatory Practices" to except
small employers from discrimination claims and Chapter 4, entitled "Enforcement," to
increase the time period for filing a discrimination claim;
Consideration of resolution concerning Mediacom Communications
Corporation's 2008 updating of rates for basic cable services;
City Council Committee Appointments -Seats Paratransit Advisory Committee
fora 2-yr term of July 1, 2008 -June 30, 2010. East Central Iowa Council of
Governments (ECICOG).
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to adjourn meeting at 7:23 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 partment.
s/Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor `-
s/Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Submi ed~o pub ication - 6/23/08
* REVISED 7/17/08
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City
Clerk's Office 356-5040.
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 6/24/08
Iowa City City Council special meeting 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey presiding.
Council Members present: Bailey, Champion (7:20), Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn,
Wright. Absent: None.
Public Library Friends Foundation President Colin Hennessey presented a check for
$100,000, reflecting the ninth payment of their commitment of $1 million towards the
expansion and renovation of the Library.
Craig Gustaveson, President of the Downtown Association, presented a letter
requesting a change in the present ordinance allowing Friday sidewalk sales from May
through September to be extended from the present 5PM to 9PM to 9AM to 9PM. Moved
and seconded to accept correspondence. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Fred
Meyer, representing two environmental organizations, offered to help with the flood cleanup.
He will provide information to City Manager Lombardo.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 15, Land Subdivisions, by
repealing Title 15 in its entirety and replacing it with a new Title 15, Land Subdivisions. The
following individuals appeared: Dan Smith, representing the Greater Iowa City Home
Builders Association; and Glenn Siders, Southgate Development Services. Moved and
seconded to accept correspondence from Dan Smith. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 15, Land Subdivisions, by
repealing Title 15 in its entirety and replacing it with a new Title 15, Land Subdivisions, be
given first vote. Moved and seconded that the ordinance be deferred to July 15. The Mayor
declared the motion to defer carried.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 10.08
acres of land located north of Highway 6, east of Scott Boulevard, and west of Commerce
*Drive from Intensive Commercial (CI-1) Zone to Community Commercial (CC-2) Zone
(REZ08-00003).
Moved and seconded that the ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 10.08
acres of land located north of Highway 6, east of Scott Boulevard, and west of Commerce
*Drive from Intensive Commercial (CI-1) Zone to Community Commercial (CC-2) Zone
(REZ08-00003), be given first vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning approximately 9.48 acres of land
located south of Olive Court and Learner Court and east of Marietta Avenue from Medium
Density Single Family (RS-8) Zone to Planned Development Overlay (OPD-8) (REZ08-0001)
(Neuzil). The following individuals appeared: Renee Goethe, 103 Highland Ct., who
presented signed petitions for owners outside of the 200 foot zone; Kevin Monson,
representing the developer; Ron Amelon, MMS Consultants, 1917 S. Gilbert St.; Anna
Olson, 79 Olive Ct.; Amanda Whitmer, 59 Olive Ct.; Tim Lehman, realtor representing the
developer; Martha Eckey, 33 Highland Dr.; Mark Kamps, 1104 Tower Ct.; Dave Moore, 77
3a 3
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS
Iowa City ity Council special meeting 7:00 p.m. a City Hatl. Mayor Bailey presiding.
Council Members esent: Bailey, Champion (7:20), Cor eia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn,
Wright. Absent: Non
Public Library Fr nds Foundation President C in Hennessey presented a check for
$100,000, reflecting the n' th payment of their com ' ment of $1 million towards the
expansion and renovation o the Library.
Craig Gustaveson, Pre ident of the Downto n Association, presented a letter
requesting a change in the pres nt ordinance all ing Friday sidewalk sales from May
through September to be extend from the pre ent 5PM to 9PM to 9AM to 9PM. Moved
and seconded to accept correspon nce. The ayor declared the motion carried. Fred
Meyer, representing two environmen I organ' ations, offered to help with the flood cleanup.
He will provide information to City Man er ombardo.
A public hearing was held on an o ance amending Title 15, Land Subdivisions, by
repealing Title 15 in its entirety and repla g it with a new Title 15, Land Subdivisions. The
following individuals appeared: Dan Sm' h, presenting the Greater Iowa City Home
Builders Association; and Glenn Sider Sout ate Development Services. Moved and
seconded to accept correspondence f om Dan mith. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved and seconded that t ordinance am nding Title 15, Land Subdivisions, by
repealing Title 15 in its entirety an replacing it with new Title 15, Land Subdivisions, be
given first vote. Moved and sec ded that the ordina a be deferred to July 15. The Mayor
declared the motion to defer ca ied.
A public hearing wash don an ordinance conditi ally rezoning approximately 10.08
acres of land located north of ighway 6, east of Scott Bo evard, and west of Commerce
Dive from Intensive Comme cial (CI-1) Zone to Community mmercial (CC-2) Zone
(REZ08-00003).
Moved and secon d that the ordinance conditionally re Wing approximately 10.08
acres of land located no h of Highway 6, east of Scott Boulevard, and west of Commerce
Dive from Intensive Co mercial (CI-1) Zone to Community Comm cial (CC-2) Zone
(REZ08-00003), be gi en first vote. The Mayor declared the motion arried.
A public heari was held on an ordinance rezoning approxima ly 9.48 acres of land
located south of Oliv Court and Learner Court and east of Marietta Av ue from Medium
Density Single Fa ly (RS-8) Zone to Planned Development Overlay (O -8) (REZ08-0001)
(Neuzil). The folio ing individuals appeared: Renee Goethe, 103 Highlan Ct., who
presented signed petitions for owners outside of the 200 foot zone; Kevin Monson,
representing the developer; Ron Amelon, MMS Consultants, 1917 S. Gilbert St.; Anna
Olson, 79 Olive, Ct.; Amanda Whitmer, 59 Olive Ct.; Tim Lehman, realtor representing the
developer; MaG~ha Eckey, 33 Highland Dr.; Mark Kamps, 1104 Tower Ct.; Dave Moore, 77
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Olive Ct.; Aaron Olson, 79 Olive Ct.; Dan Banker, 1108 Tower Ct.; Dave Collins, 103
Highland Dr.; Developer Jeff Hendrickson, 2601 Flagstone Ct (C); Oguz Poroy, 36 Highland
Dr.; Amy Moore, 77 Olive Ct.; and Sue Hettmansperger, 114 Highland Dr. Moved and
seconded to accept correspondence from Anna Olson (2), Doris Eckey, Audrey & Jeff Knox,
Renee' Goethe, Charles and Beulah Lortz, Stephanie Gahn, Jerry Wear, Aaron and Anna
Olson, Sarah and Adrian Schoenmaker, Michael and Lauren Flaum, Sheila O'Day, Terence
and Glenys Williams (4), Jason and Ericka Schultz, Christine Anderson, Oguz Poroy, Sandra
and Frederic Carlson, Brad and Regenia Randall, Amanda Whitmer. Megan Davis, Doris
Eckey, Ole Behrendten, Keene and Joan Swett, Sarah Kalsen, Scott, Smith, Fariborz Alipour,
Jennifer Gordon, Zado Nampala, Thelma Kornegor, Jeffrey Knox. William Mohr, Brian
Petroelje, Betty and Allen Thomas, Doug Moore, Deanna Carter, Frederick Woodward, and
petitions submitted from Renee Goethe. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance rezoning approximately 9.48 acres of land
located south of Olive Court and Learner Court and east of Marietta Avenue from Medium
Density Single Family (RS-8) Zone to Planned Development Overlay (OPD-8) (REZ08-0001)
(Neuzil), be given first vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded that ORD, 08-4307, REZONING APPROXIMATELY 11.7-
ACRES OF LAND LOCATED ON RUPPERT ROAD WEST OF OLD HIGHWAY 218 FROM
COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (CC-2) TO INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL (CI-1) (REZ08-00004),
be passed and adopted.
Moved and seconded that ORD. 08-4308, REZONING APPROXIMATELY 8.95-
ACRES OF LAND LOCATED ON RUPPERT ROAD WEST OF OLD HIGHWAY 218 FROM
COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (CC-2) TO NEIGHBORHOOD PUBLIC (P-1) (REZ08-00004),
be passed and adopted.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-187, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT
OF GALWAY HILLS SUBDIVISION -- PARTS 10 AND 11, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Moved and
seconded to accept correspondence from Jeanne Urban and R. Bruce Haupert.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-188, APPROVING THE FINAL PLATS OF
GALWAY HILLS SUBDIVISION -PARTS 10 AND 11, IOWA CITY, IOWA (SUB08-00006).
Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Jeanne Urban and R. Bruce Haupert.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 16, Public Works, Chapter
3A, City Utilities -General Provisions, Section 6, Billing and Collection Procedures;
delinquent accounts, to eliminate the delinquency charge for all state and local government
entities.
Moved and seconded to defer indefinitely an ordinance amending Title 16, Public
Works, Chapter 3A, City Utilities -General Provisions, Section 6, Billing and Collection
Procedures; delinquent accounts, to eliminate the delinquency charge for all state and local
government entities. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 960 Longfellow Place.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-189, AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A
SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 960 LONGFELLOW PLACE.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2008 Durable Pavement Marking
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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.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-190, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2008 DURABLE PAVEMENT MARKING 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.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2008 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation
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.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-191, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2008 SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION 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.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Highland Court Water Main
Replacement 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.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-192, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE HIGHLAND COURT WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT 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.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 2 of the City Code, entitled
"Human Rights," Chapter 3, entitled "Discriminatory Practices" to except small employers
from discrimination claims and Chapter 4, entitled "Enforcement," to increase the time period
for filing a discrimination claim, be given first vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-193, CONCERNING MEDIACOM
COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION'S 2008 UPDATING OF RATES FOR BASIC CABLE
SERVICES.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-194, WAIVING FEES UNTIL JULY 1, 2009
FOR BUILDING, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, MECHANICAL AND DEMOLITION PERMITS
AND INSPECTION FEES ESTABLISHED BY RESOLUTION NO. 02-316 AND
RESOLUTION NO. 03-183 AND ASSESSED BY THE BUILDING INSPECTION DIVISION
OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR STRUCTURES
THAT HAVE BEEN PENETRATED BY FLOOD WATER.
Moved and seconded to appoint Connie Champion to the Seats Paratransit Advisory
Committee fora 2-yr term of July 1, 2008 -June 30, 2010 and appoint Regenia Bailey
(unexpired term of Amy Correia) to the East Central Iowa Council of Governments
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(ECICOG), (to be appointed by JCCOG) for the unexpired 2-yr term ending December 31,
2009. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies for 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; Civil Service Commission to fill afour-year term April 7, 2008 -April 2,
2012; Housing & Community Development Commission for three vacancies to fill three-year
terms September 1, 2008 -September 1, 2011; Planning & Zoning Commission to fill an
unexpired term ending May 1, 2010; Police Citizens Review Board for two vacancies to fill
four-year terms September 1, 2008 -September 1, 2012; Youth Advisory Commission to fill
a two year term January 1, 2008 -December 31, 2009, One (1) person -Age 18 to 21 on the
date of filing. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 9, 2008.
The Mayor noted the current vacancy: Historic Preservation Commission to fill an
unexpired term ending March 29, 2009. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday,
August 6, 2008.
Moved and seconded to adjourn meeting at 9:50 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/Marian K. Karr, City Cler
Q'~
Submitte for publication - 7/2/08.
*Revised 7/11/08
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 of this calendar year for said publication is $_
OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 7/3/08
Iowa City City Council, special meeting 7:30 a.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey
presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell,
Wilburn, Wright. Absent: None.
The following individuals appeared regarding flooding: Steve McGuire, Parkview
Terrace Neighborhood Association, thanked City staff for their efforts during the recent
flood and presented petitions requesting the City make application for the Hazard
Mitigation Grant and fund voluntary buyouts of homes in the Parkview neighborhood;
Marc Linder, representing Roberta Till Retz who lives at 605 Manor Drive; Douglas
Jones, 816 Park Road; Wally Chappell, 118 Pentire Circle, regarding a buyout of the
Idyllwild development. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence on Flood
Matters from: Steven Newell, Garry Klein, Harry Hinckley, Kathy Taylor, Gary Hagen
[staff response included], Carol Seydel, Margaret Koch, Christina King, Kurt Kimmerling,
Karen Lessner, Nancy Lane-Gipson, Susan Michaelson, Philip Reisetter [staff response
included] (2), Piyush Patel, Ivan Hall family [staff response included], Timothy Vogel,
Jessica McAllister, Susan Pappas, Karen and Loras Neuroth, Mary Lyman, Debra and
Alan Keyes, Jay and Mary Stein, Bruce and Mary Gantz, Laura Carlson, Karen and
Wallace Chappell, Sally Cline, Charles Newsom, Petitions from Steve McGuire, Jeanne
Hartman, Terry Dunlap, Bob Irwin, Douglas Jones, and Christine Scheetz, President
and CEO, United Way of Johnson County. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 10 of the City Code,
entitled Use of Public Ways and Property," Chapter 3, entitled "Commercial Use of
Sidewalks," Section 4, entitled "Temporary Use of Sidewalk Permits" to increase the
duration of the temporary sidewalk permits on Fridays in the summer, be given first
vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-195, ESTABLISHING THE IOWA CITY
SMALL BUSINESS FLOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 08-196, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A LEASE FOR SPACE FOR THE ANIMAL CARE AND
ADOPTION CENTER.
Moved and seconded to adjourn at 7:55 a.m. to special work session. The
Mayor declared the motion carried.
A more complete description of C uncil Activities is on file in the office of the City
Clerk. ~ .. ~ /~ ~
s/Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor
s/Marian K. Karr, City Cler
,, ~
Subimi~f"ed for publication - 7/8/08.
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the Cit -p7_15-os
Clerk's Office 356-5040. 3a 5
The cost of publishing the following proceedings and claims is $
Cumulative cost of this calendar year for said publication is $_
OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTONS - 7/3/08
Iowa City City Council, special meeting 7:30 a.m. at City Hall. ayor Bailey
presiding. Council Members p esent: Bailey, Champion, Correia, H ek, O'Donnell,
Wilburn, Wright. Absent: None.
The following individuals a eared regarding flooding: Ste a McGuire, Parkview
Terrace Neighborhood Association, hanked City staff for their a rts during the recent
flood and presented petitions reques ~ g the City make applicat~ n for the Hazard
Mitigation Grant and fund voluntary bu uts of homes in the P rkview neighborhood;
Marc Linder, representing Roberta Till R tz who lives at 605 anor Drive; Douglas
Jones, 816 Park Road; Wally Chappell, 1 Pentire Circle regarding a buyout of the
Idyllwild development. Moved and seconde to accept c respondence on Flood
Matters from: Steven Newell, Garry Klein, Ha Hinckl y, Kathy Taylor, Gary Hagen
[staff response included], Carol Seydel, Marga t Ko ,Christina King, Kurt Kimmerling,
Karen Lessner, Nancy Lane-Gipson, Susan Mic el on, Philip Reisetter [staff response
included] (2), Piyush Patel, Ivan Hall family [staff r ponse included], Timothy Vogel,
Jessica McAllister, Susan Pappas, Karen and Lor Neuroth, Mary Lyman, Debra and
Alan Keyes, Jay and Mary Stein, Bruce and Ma Ga tz, Laura Carlson, Karen and
Wallace Chappell, Sally Cline, Charles Newso ,Petit ns from Steve McGuire, Jeanne
Hartman, Terry Dunlap, Bob Irwin, Douglas J nes, and hristine Scheetz, President
and CEO, United Way of Johnson County. he Mayor d Glared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded that the ordi nce amending Title 10 of the City Code,
entitled Use of Public Ways and Propert ," Chapter 3, entit d "Commercial Use of
Sidewalks," Section 4, entitled "Tempo ry Use of Sidewalk ermits to increase the
duration of the temporary sidewalk p mits on Fridays in the s mmer, be given first
vote. The Mayor declared the moti carried.
Moved and seconded to ad pt RES. 08-195, ESTABLIS ING THE IOWA CITY
SMALL BUSINESS FLOOD ASS TANCE PROGRAM.
Moved and seconded to dopt RES. 08-196, AUTHORIZIN THE CITY
MANAGER TO ENTER INTO LEASE FOR SPACE FOR THE A MAL CARE AND
ADOPTION CENTER.
Moved and second to adjourn at 7:55 a.m. to special works ssion.
A more complete scription of Council Activities is on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
s/Regenia D. B iley, Mayor
s/Marian K. Karr, Cit Clerk
Submitted for publication - 7/8/08.
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
JUNE 17, 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: Lombardo, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Helling, Morris.
The Presentation by the Public Library Friends Foundation was rescheduled to June
24.
Mayor Bailey and City Manager Lombardo provided an update on flooding in Iowa
City. Individual Council Members shared their insights and complimented City staff and
volunteers on their efforts.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Wright, to amend the consent calendar to include
items: # 5a, 11, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously,
7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Champion, 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: June 2, Regular Council Work Session; June 3, Regular Council Formal
Official and Complete; June 11, Special Meeting Minutes.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Public Art
Advisory Committee -May 15, 2008; Telecommunications Commission -April 28,
2008; Planning and Zoning Commission -May 15, 2008; Planning and Zoning
Commission -May 12, 2008; Police Citizens Review Board -May 13, 2008.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk.
New: Class C Liquor License for Los Cocos, Inc., dba Los Cocos, 1921 Keokuk St.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Fraternal Order of Eagles, Iowa City Aerie #695
dba Fraternal Order of Eagles, Iowa City Aerie #695, 225 Hwy 1 W.; Class C Liquor
License for 808 Restaurant & Night Club, Inc., dba 808 Restaurant & Night Club, Inc.,
121 Iowa Ave.; Class C Liquor License for Dublin Underground, Inc., dba Dublin
Underground, 5 S. Dubuque St. Class C Liquor License for David Alberhasky dba
Dave's Foxhead Tavern, 402 E. Market St.; Special Class C Liquor License for D & E
Restaurant, Inc., dba Z'Mariks Noodle Cafe, 19 S. Dubuque St. ;Special Class C
Liquor License for Zio Johno's, Inc., dba Zio Johno's Spaghetti House, 953 S.
Riverside Dr.; Class E Liquor License for John's Grocery, Inc., dba John's Grocery,
Inc., 401 E. Market St.; RES. 08-175, TO ISSUE DANCING PERMITS to Los Cocos,
Inc., dba Los Cocos, 1921 Keokuk St. and Fraternal Order of Eagles, Iowa City Aerie
#695 dba Fraternal Order of Eagles, Iowa City Aerie #695, 225 Hwy 1 W.; RES. 08-
176, TO ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMITS.
Motions. Approve disbursements in the amount of $8,394,173.33 for the period
of May 1 through May 31, 2008, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to
audit.
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June 17, 2008
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Resolutions. RES. 08-177, NAMING DEPOSITORIES; RES. 08-178,
AMENDING THE ADMISSIONS AND CONTINUED OCCUPANCY POLICY FOR
PUBLIC HOUSING TO INCLUDE AN EXCEPTION FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC
VIOLENCE; RES. 08-179, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING TWO PROMISSORY
NOTES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1413 FRANKLIN STREET, IOWA
CITY, IOWA; RES. 08-180, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE DECLARATION
OF CONDOMINIUM REGIME FOR LOT 10, LONGFELLOW MANOR
CONDOMINIUMS; RES. 08-181, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM REGIME FOR LOT 11, LONGFELLOW MANOR
CONDOMINIUMS.
Correspondence: JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding NO PARKING
HERE TO CORNER on the north side of Foster Road approaching the intersection
with Swisher Street. Unless directed otherwise by the City Council, this action will
occur after June 17, 2008; JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation
of (1) YIELD sign on the northwest corner of the Glendale Drive and North Lowell
Street intersection; Acting Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Removal of (2) DO
NOT ENTER signs and (1) ONE-WAY sign; Burlington Street letters from Thomas
Baldridge, Susan Beckett, Gary Christensen, Jim Cochran, Scott Egerton, Erin Fleck,
Cody Gieselman, Laurie Haag, Richard Johnson, Jamie Jorgensen, Nick Maddix,
Trish Nelson, Dan Nidey, Janelle Rettig, Gregory Schmidt, Fitzgerald Steele, Jan
Stewart, Peggy Stokes, Anne Tabor, Richard Walton; Michael Carr regarding The
Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War resolution request; Jim Calkins regarding
Complete smoking ban; Mary Yagla Peterson regarding Reconstruction on Lower
Muscatine Avenue; JoHanna Allen regarding Underage drinking; Signe Hovet
regarding Leash Law; Nick Hafner regarding Minor League Baseball Report; Reyna
Wilkens (X2) regarding Update and press release from Merschman Seeds; Ted
Lowndes regarding Senior Evacuation Relief; David Koch regarding City High Civics
Project.
Motions: Setting a public hearing for July 15 on an ordinance to rezone
approximately .28 acres located at 700 South Dubuque Street from Community
Commercial (CC-2) to Intensive Commercial (CI-1) (REZ08-00007); Approving tax
exemption certificate for the issuance of $9,150,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series
2008A; approving continuing disclosure certificate for the issuance of $9,150,000
General Obligation Bonds, Series 2008A.
Resolutions: RES. 08-182, AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE
ISSUANCE OF $9,150,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2008A, AND
LEVYING A TAX TO PAY SAID BONDS; RES. 08-183, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE FY2009 28E AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE CITY OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS
FOR THE PROVISION OF TRANSIT SERVICE WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS
OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS; RES. 08-184, AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR
FUNDING ASSISTANCE FOR A STATE RECREATION TRAILS PROGRAM (SRT)
PROJECT TO THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, FOR
DEVELOPMENT OF RECREATION TRAILS; RES. 08-185, REJECTING BIDS
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RECEIVED ON JUNE 10, 2008 FOR THE EAST SIDE RECYCLING CENTER
PROJECT; RES. 08-186, AUTHORIZING SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FROM THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT'S COMMUNITY ECONOMIC BETTERMENT ACCOUNT (CEBA)
FOR $40,000 AND A LOCAL MATCH OF A FIVE-YEAR, NO INTEREST $15,000
LOAN FOR FUNDS TO ASSIST KLEFFMAN NORTH AMERICA INC.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies on Board and
Commissions: Housing & Community Development Commission for three vacancies to
fill three-year terms September 1, 2008 -September 1, 2011; Planning & Zoning
Commission to fill an unexpired term ending May 1, 2010; Police Citizens Review
Board for two vacancies to fill four-year terms September 1, 2008 -September 1,
2012. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 9, 2008.
The Mayor noted the following vacancies received no applications and will 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. Civil Service Commission to fill afour-year
term April 7, 2008 -April 2, 2012; Youth Advisory Commission to fill a two year term
January 1, 2008 -December 31, 2009. [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.]
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared
the motion carried.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Hayek, to continue all public hearings and defer items
# 4, 5b to 10, and items 12, 16, 20, 21, 22 and 23 until June 24 as follows:
Community comment (items not on the agenda);
Public hearing and first consideration of ordinance amending Title 15, Land
Subdivisions, by repealing Title 15 in its entirety and replacing it with a new Title 15,
Land Subdivisions;
Public hearing and first consideration of ordinance conditionally rezoning
approximately 10.08 acres of land located north of Highway 6, east of Scott Boulevard,
and west of Commerce Drive from Intensive Commercial (CI-1) zone to Community
Commercial (CC-2) Zone (REZ08-00003);
Public hearing and first consideration of ordinance rezoning approximately 9.48
acres of land located south of Olive Court and Learner Court and east of Marietta
Avenue from Medium Density Single Family (RS-8) Zone to Planned Development
Overlay (OPD-8) (REZ08-00001);
Pass and adopt ordinance rezoning approximately 11.7-acres of land located
on Ruppert Road west of Old Highway 218 from Community Commercial (CC-2) to
Intensive Commercial (CI-1) (REZ08-00004);
Pass and adopt ordinance rezoning approximately 8.95-acres of land located
on Ruppert road west of Old Highway 218 from Community Commercial (CC-2) to
Neighborhood Public (P-1) (REZ08-00004);
Resolution approving the preliminary plat of Galway Hills Subdivision Parts 10 &
11 Iowa City, Iowa (SUB06-00003); Resolution approving the final plats of Galway
Hills Subdivision Parts 10 & 11, Iowa City, Iowa. (SUB08-00006);
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Public hearing and first consideration of ordinance amending Title 16, Public
Works, Chapter 3A, City Utilities -General Provisions, Section 6, Billing and Collection
Procedures; Delinquent Accounts, to eliminate the delinquency charge for all state and
local government entities;
Public hearing and first consideration of ordinance authorizing conveyance of a
single family home located at 960 Longfellow Place;
Public hearing and consideration of resolution approving plans, specifications,
form of contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2008 Durable
Pavement Marking 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;
Public hearing and consideration of resolution approving plans, specifications,
form of contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2008 Sanitary Sewer
Rehabilitation 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;
Public hearing and consideration of resolution approving plans, specifications,
form of contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Highland Court Water
Main Replacement 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;
Public hearing and first consideration of ordinance amending title 2 of the City
Code, entitled "Human Rights," Chapter 3, entitled "Discriminatory Practices" to except
small employers from discrimination claims and Chapter 4, entitled "Enforcement," to
increase the time period for filing a discrimination claim;
Consideration of resolution concerning Mediacom Communications
Corporation's 2008 updating of rates for basic cable services;
City Council Committee Appointments -Seats Paratransit Advisory Committee
fora 2-yr term of July 1, 2008 -June 30, 2010. East Central Iowa Council of
Governments (ECICOG).
The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Hayek, seconded by O'Donnell, to adjourn meeting at 7:23 p.m. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council members present.
Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
* REVISED 7/17/08
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
JUNE 24, 2008
Iowa City City Council special meeting 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey presiding.
Council Members present: Bailey, Champion (7:20), Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn,
Wright. Absent: None. Staff members present: Lombardo, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Davidson,
Miklo, Howard, Craig, Boothroy, Scott.
Public Library Friends Foundation President Colin Hennessey presented a check for
$100,000, reflecting the ninth payment of their commitment of $1 million towards the
expansion and renovation of the Library.
Craig Gustaveson, President of the Downtown Association, presented a letter
requesting a change in the present ordinance allowing Friday sidewalk sales from May
through September to be extended from the present 5PM to 9PM to 9AM to 9PM. A majority
of Council agreed to pursue the request and directed staff to add the item to their special
meeting on July 3. Moved by Hayek, seconded by Correia, to accept correspondence. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Fred
Meyer, representing two environmental organizations, offered to help with the flood cleanup.
He will provide information to City Manager Lombardo.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 15, Land Subdivisions, by
repealing Title 15 in its entirety and replacing it with a new Title 15, Land Subdivisions. PCD
Director Davidson, Planner Howard, and Sr. Planner Miklo present for discussion. The
following individuals appeared: Dan Smith, representing the Greater Iowa City Home
Builders Association; and Glenn Siders, Southgate Development Services. Moved by Wright,
seconded by Champion, to accept correspondence from Dan Smith. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Wright, that the ordinance amending Title 15, Land
Subdivisions, by repealing Title 15 in its entirety and replacing it with a new Title 15, Land
Subdivisions, be given first vote. Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell that the
ordinance be deferred to July 15. Individual Council Members expressed their views. The
Mayor declared the motion to defer carried, 4/3, with the following roll call vote. Ayes:
Champion, Hayek, Correia, O'Donnell. Nays: Bailey, Wilburn, Wright. Absent: None. The
Mayor declared the motion to defer carried.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 10.08
acres of land located north of Highway 6, east of Scott Boulevard, and west of Commerce
*Drive from Intensive Commercial (CI-1) Zone to Community Commercial (CC-2) Zone
(REZ08-00003). The Mayor asked if there had been any ex parte communications and none
were reported. No one appeared.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Champion, that the ordinance conditionally
rezoning approximately 10.08 acres of land located north of Highway 6, east of Scott
*Boulevard, and west of Commerce Drive from Intensive Commercial (CI-1) Zone to
Community Commercial (CC-2) Zone (REZ08-00003), be given first vote. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
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
JUNE 24, 2008
Iowa City City uncil special meeting 7:00 p.m. at City H .Mayor Bailey presiding.
Council Members pre ~~t: Bailey, Champion (7:20), Correia, yek, O'Donnell, Wilburn,
Wright. Absent: None. S~#aff members present: Lombardo, Iling, Dilkes, Karr, Davidson,
Miklo, Howard, Craig, B throy, Scott.
Public Library Friends Foundation President Colin ennessey presented a check for
$100,000, reflecting the ninth payment of their commit nt of $1 million towards the
expansion and renovation ofithe Library.
Craig Gustaveson, Pre ident of the Downtow Association, presented a letter
requesting a change in the pre ent ordinance alto ing Friday sidewalk sales from May
through September to be exten d from the pre nt 5PM to 9PM to 9AM to 9PM. A majority
of Council agreed to pursue the re vest and dir cted staff to add the item to their special
meeting on July 3. Moved by Haye econd d by Correia, to accept correspondence. The
Mayor declared the motion carried un imo sly, 7/0, all Council Members present. Fred
Meyer, representing two environmenta r nizations, offered to help with the flood cleanup.
He will provide information to City Mana r Lombardo.
A public hearing was held on an r ' ance amending Title 15, Land Subdivisions, by
repealing Title 15 in its entirety and re lacin it with a new Title 15, Land Subdivisions. PCD
Director Davidson, Planner Howard, nd Sr. nner Miklo present for discussion. The
following individuals appeared: D Smith, re resenting the Greater Iowa City Home
Builders Association; and Glenn iders, Southg to Development Services. Moved by Wright,
seconded by Champion, to acc t corresponden a from Dan Smith. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7 ,all Council Mem rs present.
Moved by Wilburn, se onded by Wright, that a ordinance amending Title 15, Land
Subdivisions, by repealing itle 15 in its entirety and placing it with a new Title 15, Land
Subdivisions, be given firs vote. Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell that the
ordinance be deferred to July 15. Individual Council Me bers expressed their views. The
Mayor declared the mo on to defer carried, 4/3, with the Ilowing roll call vote. Ayes:
Champion, Hayek, C reia, O'Donnell. Nays: Bailey, Wilb n, Wright. Absent: None. The
Mayor declared the otion to defer carried.
A public he ing was held on an ordinance conditional) rezoning approximately 10.08
acres of land loca d north of Highway 6, east of Scott Boulev rd, and west of Commerce
Dive from Intens' a Commercial (CI-1) Zone to Community Com ercial (CC-2) Zone
(REZ08-00003. The Mayor asked if there had been any ex parte communications and none
were reported. No one appeared.
Move by O'Donnell, seconded by Champion, that the ordina ce conditionally
rezoning a roximately 10.08 acres of land located north of Highway ,east of Scott
Boulevard and west of Commerce Dive from Intensive Commercial (C =1) Zone to
Commun' y Commercial (CC-2) Zone (REZ08-00003), be given first vote. Affirmative roll call
vote un nimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
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A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning approximately 9.48 acres of land
located south of Olive Court and Leamer Court and east of Marietta Avenue from Medium
Density Single Family (RS-8) Zone to Planned Development Overlay (OPD-8) (REZ08-0001)
(Neuzil). The Mayor asked if there had been any ex parte communications and none were
reported. The following individuals appeared: Renee Goethe, 103 Highland Ct., who
presented signed petitions for owners outside of the 200 foot zone; Kevin Monson,
representing the developer; Ron Amelon, MMS Consultants, 1917 S. Gilbert St.; Anna
Olson, 79 Olive Ct.; Amanda Whitmer, 59 Olive Ct.; Tim Lehman, realtor representing the
developer; Martha Eckey, 33 Highland Dr.; Mark Kamps, 1104 Tower Ct.; Dave Moore, 77
Olive Ct.; Aaron Olson, 79 Olive Ct.; Dan Banker, 1108 Tower Ct.; Dave Collins, 103
Highland Dr.; Developer Jeff Hendrickson, 2601 Flagstone Ct (C); Oguz Poroy, 36 Highland
Dr.; Amy Moore, 77 Olive Ct.; and Sue Hettmansperger, 114 Highland Dr. Moved by
O'Donnell, seconded by Correia, to accept correspondence from Anna Olson (2), Doris
Eckey, Audrey & Jeff Knox, Renee' Goethe, Charles and Beulah Lortz, Stephanie Gahn,
Jerry Wear, Aaron and Anna Olson, Sarah and Adrian Schoenmaker, Michael and Lauren
Flaum, Sheila O'Day, Terence and Glenys Williams (4), Jason and Ericka Schultz, Christine
Anderson, Oguz Poroy, Sandra and Frederic Carlson, Brad and Regenia Randall, Amanda
Whitmer. Megan Davis, Doris Eckey, Ole Behrendten, Keene and Joan Swett, Sarah Kalsen,
Scott, Smith, Fariborz Alipour, Jennifer Gordon, Zado Nampala, Thelma Kornegor, Jeffrey
Knox. William Mohr, Brian Petroelje, Betty and Allen Thomas, Doug Moore, Deanna Carter,
Frederick Woodward, and petitions submitted from Renee Goethe. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance rezoning approximately
9.48 acres of land located south of Olive Court and Leamer Court and east of Marietta
Avenue from Medium Density Single Family (RS-8) Zone to Planned Development Overlay
(OPD-8) (REZ08-0001) (Neuzil), be given first vote. Planner Howard present for discussion.
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, O'Donnell, Wilburn,
Wright, Bailey. Nays: Hayek. Absent: None .
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by O'Donnell, that ORD, 08-4307, REZONING
APPROXIMATELY 11.7-ACRES OF LAND LOCATED ON RUPPERT ROAD WEST OF OLD
HIGHWAY 218 FROM COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (CC-2) TO INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL
(CI-1) (REZ08-00004), be passed and adopted. The Mayor asked if there had been any ex
pane communications and none were reported. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Wright, that ORD. 08-4308, REZONING
APPROXIMATELY 8.95-ACRES OF LAND LOCATED ON RUPPERT ROAD WEST OF
OLD HIGHWAY 218 FROM COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (CC-2) TO NEIGHBORHOOD
PUBLIC (P-1) (REZ08-00004), be passed and adopted. The Mayor asked if there had been
any ex pane communications and none were reported. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Hayek, to adopt RES. 08-187, APPROVING THE
PRELIMINARY PLAT OF GALWAY HILLS SUBDIVISION -- PARTS 10 AND 11, IOWA CITY,
IOWA.. PCD Director Davidson present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote, 7/0, all
Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by
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O'Donnell, seconded by Correia, to accept correspondence from Jeanne Urban and R. Bruce
Haupert. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members
present.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Hayek, to adopt RES. 08-188, APPROVING THE
FINAL PLATS OF GALWAY HILLS SUBDIVISION -PARTS 10 AND 11, IOWA CITY, IOWA
(SUB08-00006). Affirmative roll call vote, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Champion, seconded by Correia, to accept
correspondence from Jeanne Urban and R. Bruce Haupert. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 16, Public Works, Chapter
3A, City Utilities -General Provisions, Section 6, Billing and Collection Procedures;
delinquent accounts, to eliminate the delinquency charge for all state and local government
entities. No one appeared.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Hayek, to defer indefinitely an ordinance amending
Title 16, Public Works, Chapter 3A, City Utilities -General Provisions, Section 6, Billing and
Collection Procedures; delinquent accounts, to eliminate the delinquency charge for all state
and local government entities. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Council Members present.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 960 Longfellow Place. City Atty. Dilkes noted a change from $147,000 to
$145,000 to reflect a recent appraisal of the property. No one appeared.
Moved by Correia, seconded by Champion, to adopt RES. 08-189, AUTHORIZING
CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 960 LONGFELLOW PLACE.
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 approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2008 Durable Pavement Marking
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. No one
appeared.
Moved by Wright, seconded by Champion, to adopt RES. 08-190, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2008 DURABLE PAVEMENT MARKING 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, alf Council Members
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2008 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation
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. No one
appeared.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Hayek, to adopt RES. 08-191, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2008 SANITARY SEWER REHABILITATION PROJECT,
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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 approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Highland Court Water Main
Replacement 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. No
one appeared.
Moved by Hayek, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 08-192, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE HIGHLAND COURT WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT 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.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Wright, that the ordinance amending Title 2 of the
City Code, entitled "Human Rights," Chapter 3, entitled "Discriminatory Practices" to except
small employers from discrimination claims and Chapter 4, entitled "Enforcement," to
increase the time period for filing a discrimination claim, 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.
Moved by Correia, seconded by Hayek, to adopt RES. 08-193, CONCERNING
MEDIACOM COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION'S 2008 UPDATING OF RATES FOR
BASIC CABLE SERVICES. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Correia, to adopt RES. 08-194, WAIVING FEES
UNTIL JULY 1, 2009 FOR BUILDING, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, MECHANICAL AND
DEMOLITION PERMITS AND INSPECTION FEES ESTABLISHED BY RESOLUTION NO.
02-316 AND RESOLUTION NO. 03-183 AND ASSESSED BY THE BUILDING INSPECTION
DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR
STRUCTURES THAT HAVE BEEN PENETRATED BY FLOOD WATER. HIS Dir. Boothroy
present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present.
They Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Correia, to appoint Connie Champion to the Seats
Paratransit Advisory Committee fora 2-yr term of July 1, 2008 -June 30, 2010 and appoint
Regenia Bailey (unexpired term of Amy Correia) to the East Central Iowa Council of
Governments (ECICOG), (to be appointed by JCCOG) for the unexpired 2-yr term ending
December 31, 2009. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council
Members present.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies for 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; Civil Service Commission to fill afour-year term April 7, 2008 -April 2,
2012; Housing & Community Development Commission for three vacancies to fill three-year
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terms September 1, 2008 -September 1, 2011; Planning & Zoning Commission to fill an
unexpired term ending May 1, 2010; Police Citizens Review Board for two vacancies to fill
four-year terms September 1, 2008 -September 1, 2012; Youth Advisory Commission to fill
a two year term January 1, 2008 -December 31, 2009, One (1) person -Age 18 to 21 on the
date of filing. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 9, 2008.
The Mayor noted the current vacancy: Historic Preservation Commission to fill an
unexpired term ending March 29, 2009. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday,
August 6, 2008.
Council Member Correia questioned whether Johnson County and Coralville would be
waiving permit fees for flood victims; and noted an information session on flood relief on July
1.
Council Member Hayek noted the recent passing of former Council Member Dee
Norton; and encouraged small business affected by the flood to avail themselves of
workshops; noted the Chamber of Commerce was working on the "public/private alliance"
programs and encouraged businesses to contact the Chamber and the City Economic
Development office with questions; and stated the Council would be scheduling special
meeting to discuss flood issues.
Council Member Champion reported on attending the School Board meeting earlier in
the evening regarding using City money for playground equipment, and her personal belief of
inequity within schools.
Council Member Wright noted the large increase in use of bicycles with the recent
floods and street closures, and encouraged citizens to continue using bicycles for
transportation.
Mayor Bailey updated Council on greetings and concerns she had received from
Mayor Buol in Dubuque; Cathy Taylor in Tulsa, Oklahoma; and others regarding the flood.
She also commended and thanked staff and the community for all the flood response efforts.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Hayek, to adjourn meeting at 9:50 p.m. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
*Revised 7/11/08
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
JULY 3, 2008
Iowa City City Council, special meeting 7:30 a.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey
presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion (7:31), Correia, Hayek,
O'Donnell, Wilburn (7:42), Wright. Absent: None. Staff members present: Lombardo,
Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Rocca, Davidson, Fosse, Ford, O'Brien, O'Malley.
The following individuals appeared regarding flooding: Steve McGuire, Parkview
Terrace Neighborhood Association, thanked City staff for their efforts during the recent
flood and presented petitions requesting the City make application for the Hazard
Mitigation Grant and fund voluntary buyouts of homes in the Parkview neighborhood;
Marc Linder, representing Roberta Till Retz who lives at 605 Manor Drive; Douglas
Jones, 816 Park Road; Wally Chappell, 118 Pentire Circle, regarding a buyout of the
Idyllwild development. Moved by Hayek, seconded by Wilburn, to accept
correspondence on Flood Matters from: Steven Newell, Garry Klein, Harry Hinckley,
Kathy Taylor, Gary Hagen [staff response included], Carol Seydel, Margaret Koch,
Christina King, Kurt Kimmerling, Karen Lessner, Nancy Lane-Gipson, Susan
Michaelson, Philip Reisetter [staff response included] (2), Piyush Patel, Ivan Hall family
[staff response included], Timothy Vogel, Jessica McAllister, Susan Pappas, Karen and
Loras Neuroth, Mary Lyman, Debra and Alan Keyes, Jay and Mary Stein, Bruce and
Mary Gantz, Laura Carlson, Karen and Wallace Chappell, Sally Cline, Charles Newsom,
Petitions from Steve McGuire, Jeanne Hartman, Terry Dunlap, Bob Irwin, Douglas
Jones, and Christine Scheetz, President and CEO, United Way of Johnson County.
Individual Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Correia, that the ordinance amending Title 10
of the City Code, entitled Use of Public Ways and Property," Chapter 3, entitled
"Commercial Use of Sidewalks," Section 4, entitled "Temporary Use of Sidewalk
Permits" to increase the duration of the temporary sidewalk permits on Fridays in the
summer, be given first vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council
Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Wright, to adopt RES. 08-195,
ESTABLISHING THE IOWA CITY SMALL BUSINESS FLOOD ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM. 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 Wright, seconded by Wilburn, to adopt RES. 08-196, AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A LEASE FOR SPACE FOR THE ANIMAL
CARE AND ADOPTION CENTER. 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 Hayek, seconded by Correia, to adjourn at 7:55 a.m. to special work
*session. 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
JULY 3, 2008
Iowa City City Council, special meeting 7:30 a.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey
presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion (7:31), Cor eia, Hayek,
O'Donnell, ilburn (7:42), Wright. Absent: None. Staff members resent: Lombardo,
Helling, Dilk ,Karr, Rocca, Davidson, Fosse, Ford, O'Brien, O' Iley.
The foll wing individuals appeared regarding flooding: S ve McGuire, Parkview
Terrace Neighb rhood Association, thanked City staff for their orts during the recent
flood and presen d petitions requesting the City make applic ion for the Hazard
Mitigation Grant a d fund voluntary buyouts of homes in the arkview neighborhood;
Marc Linder, repres nting Roberta Till Retz who lives at 60 Manor Drive; Douglas
Jones, 816 Park Roa ;Wally Chappell, 118 Pentire Circle regarding a buyout of the
Idyllwild development. oved by Hayek, seconded by Wi urn, to accept
correspondence on Floo Matters from: Steven Newell, arty Klein, Harry Hinckley,
Kathy Taylor, Gary Hage [staff response included], C rol Seydel, Margaret Koch,
Christina King, Kurt Kimme ling, Karen Lessner, Nan Lane-Gipson, Susan
Michaelson, Philip Reisetter staff response include (2), Piyush Patel, Ivan Hall family
[staff response included], Tim thy Vogel, Jessica cAllister, Susan Pappas, Karen and
Loras Neuroth, Mary Lyman, D bra and Alan Key s, Jay and Mary Stein, Bruce and
Mary Gantz, Laura Carlson, Kar nand Wallace happell, Sally Cline, Charles Newsom,
Petitions from Steve McGuire, Je ne Hartma ,Terry Dunlap, Bob Irwin, Douglas
Jones, and Christine Scheetz, Pre 'dent and EO, United Way of Johnson County.
Individual Council Members express d their iews. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council emb rs present.
Moved by Champion, seconded y orreia, that the ordinance amending Title 10
of the City Code, entitled Use of Public ys and Property," Chapter 3, entitled
"Commercial Use of Sidewalks," Sectio ,entitled "Temporary Use of Sidewalk
Permits" to increase the duration of th to porary sidewalk permits on Fridays in the
summer, be given first vote. Affirmat' a rol call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council
Members present. The Mayor decl ed the otion carried.
Moved by O'Donnell, secon ed by Wri ht, to adopt RES. 08-195,
ESTABLISHING THE IOWA CIT SMALL BU INESS FLOOD ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM. Individual Council embers expre sed their views. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Coun it Members prese t. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Wright, se onded by Wilburn, to opt RES. 08-196, AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO NTER INTO A LEASE OR SPACE FOR THE ANIMAL
CARE AND ADOPTION ENTER. Individual Counci Members expressed their views.
Affirmative roll call vote nanimous, 7/0, all Council M bers present. The Mayor
declared the resolutio adopted.
Moved by H ek, seconded by Correia, to adjourn at 7:55 a.m. to special work
session.
Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
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Date: June 23, 2008
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, June 23, 2008, 6:30 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright
UISG Rep.: Absent
Staff: Lombardo, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Davidson, Miklo, Howard
(A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office)
Addition to the Agenda:
Council agreed to add to the formal agenda the consideration of a resolution to waive the fees
until July 1, 2009 for building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and demolition permit and
inspection fees assed by the Building Inspection Department for any structures that have been
penetrated by flood water.
PLANNING & ZONING ITEMS
PCD Director Davidson presented information on the following items:
Item 4f. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF
GALWAY HILLS SUBDIVISION PARTS 10 8~ 11 IOWA CITY, IOWA.
(SUB06-00003) (DEFERRED FROM 6/3 AND 6/17)
Item 4g. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL PLATS OF GALWAY
HILLS SUBDIVISION PARTS 10 & 11, IOWA CITY, IOWA. (SUB08-00006)
(DEFERRED FROM 6/3 AND 6/17)
Council agreed to approve the preliminary and final plats, and directed staff to work with the
developer to incorporate a speed table at City expense.
SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS (Item 4a)
PCD Director Davidson, Sr. Planner Miklo, and Planner Howard presented a power point (on
file) outlining the changes.
Council Work Session
June 23, 2008
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OLD BUS DEPOT SITE [#IP2 of 6/19 Info Packet]
City Manager Lombardo and Asst. City Manager Helling presented information. Majority of
Council requested the following from staff:
o Long term facility needs assessment
o Brownfield eligibility, environmental assessment, and clean up options
o Historic preservation options
o Selling or moving building; auction possibilities
STAFF ACTION: Staff to report back. (Lombardo and Helling)
AGENDA ITEMS
1. (agenda item # 5 -Public hearing ... ordinance ... delinquent accounts ... local government
entities) In response to Council Member O'Donnell, City Manager Lombardo stated no
changes were being requested and asked that the hearing be closed and the ordinance be
deferred indefinitely.
2. (agenda item # 4c -rezoning ... 9.48 acres of land ... Learner Court and east of Marietta
Avenue ... (Neuzil) ....) In response to Council Member Wright, City Atty. Dilkes reminded
Council that discussion of all rezonings occur at the formal meeting.
3. (agenda item # 10 -ordinance amending Title 2 ... Human Rights ... to exempt small
employers from discrimination claims ... Title 4 ...Enforcement ... to increase the time
period for filing a discrimination claim) In response to Council Member Wright, City Atty.
Dilkes reported the State could change the law but she was not aware of anything in the
works.
4. (agenda item # 11 -resolution ... Mediacom ... updating of rates for basic cable services)
Asst. City Manager responded to questions.
PUBLIC PROPERTY SMOKING POLICIES [#IP3 of 6/19 Information Packet]
City Atty. Dilkes facilitated discussion about the areas that are exempt by recent State
legislation banning smoking. Majority of Council directed staff as follows:
City Plaza
Delineate seating area just when entertainment occurring - no smoking
Playground equipment to the entrance of the library - no smoking
City Parks
Youth sporting events - no smoking (City Atty. to discuss with Parks & Rec. Dir. Trueblood)
City Cemetery
No changes
Council Work Session
June 23, 2008
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No smoking
No changes at this time
Municipal Parking Ramps
Special events. Festivals, Right of Ways
METROPOLITAN COALITION PROCESS [#IP4 of 6/19 information packet]
Council Member Wilburn and Mayor Bailey facilitated discussion. Majority requested that a
copy of the legislative priorities identified by Council a year ago be provided prior to the next
meeting. Further discussion will be scheduled to identify issues for the coming year;
expectations for the Coalition; action steps to addressing needs; lobbying the legislature and/or
lobbying the Governor's office; and input received on issues from city department heads.
STAFF ACTION: List of legislative priorities from last year included in July 10 packet for
discussion. (Karr)
COUNCIL COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS (agenda item #12)
Seats Paratransit Advisory Committee -Connie Champion
East Central Iowa Council of Governments (ECICOG) - Regenia Bailey
COUNCIL TIME
Council Member Correia shared information on the City's involvement in the next stage of
coordinating flood recovery efforts. Mayor Bailey stated the City has already started a
coordinated response, including preparation of information packets for victims. Council
Member Hayek expressed a desire to have a more structured and involved response, noting
Council Members have not received a copy of the information packets. Staff will include
flood information packets in next regular weekly packet. (continued after schedule of
pending items)
SCHEDULE OF PENDING DISCUSSION ITEMS
City Manager Lombardo suggested delaying the retreat schedule for August 16 until fall and
closer to budget preparation; and focus on river corridor flood issues such as small business
assistance and federal lobbying efforts for dollars. Majority of Council agreed. Mayor Bailey
and City Clerk Karr will mock up draft schedule for distribution at the formal meeting.
STAFF ACTION: Memo distributed June 24 and meeting dates incorporated into Council
meeting schedule. (Karr)
Council Work Session
June 23, 2008
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COUNCIL TIME (continued)
2. Council Member Champion stated she would be arriving late to the formal meeting on the
24`h and would be attending the School Board meeting regarding playground equipment
funding.
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS/COUNCIL INVITATIONS
Council Member Hayek reported on the Chamber flood response meeting and stated the City
would have to discuss their role in the process.
DISCUSSION OF MEETING SCHEDULE
City Manager Lombardo stated he would be out of town Thursday and Friday and Asst. City
Manager would be in the office.
Meeting adjourned 9:10 PM.
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Date: June 30, 2008
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MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, June 30, 2008, 6:30 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn. Absent: Wright
Staff: Lombardo, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Fosse, Davidson, O'Malley, Boothroy
(A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office)
CHRONOLOGY OF THE FLOOD
PW Director Fosse reviewed a handout he distributed "2008 Flood Incident Chronology -Draft
June 30, 2008" and answered questions.
GENERAL UPDATE ON CITY ACTIVITIES
• Call Center
PW Director Fosse distributed "Iowa City Flood Control Center" handout; and updated Council
on debris pick up.
• Communication Protocol
City Manager Lombardo noted this item was placed on the agenda as a result of Council
discussion the previous meeting. Majority agreed to discuss later on the agenda as part of the
future scheduling.
• Update on fireworks
City Manager Lombardo stated the insurance riders were in place and the fireworks would take
place in Hubbard Park immediately following Jazz Fest. Mayor Bailey noted the university was
delighted to be a partner for the event; requested information on the shuttles running for the
event; and distributed a letter inviting all of Cedar Rapids to attend the event.
FORMATION OF SMALL BUSINESS FUND (IP2 of June 26 Information Packet)
City Manager Lombardo presented information. Majority agreed to:
^ allocate $75,000 Economic Development unallocated funds
^ explore dollar match to grow the fund to $150,000
^ explore tax deduction for matching dollars
^ forgivable loans of up to $5,000 restricted to Iowa City businesses
Council Work Session
June 30, 2008
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STAFF ACTION: Prepare resolution establishing fund and outlining criteria for July 3
special formal meeting. (Lombardo)
FEDERAL LOBBYING EFFORTS
City Manager Lombardo reported that the hiring of a federal lobbyist to advocate on our behalf
for flood assistance did not appear to be time and money well spent; and suggested making
individual contacts with legislative delegation. Majority agreed to develop talking points to use
with making contacts, and agreed to forward talking point to City Manager to compile and
schedule a future work session to decide final points. Mayor Bailey to provide information on
funding availability from Senator Harkin's office in next packet.
FLOOD MITIGATION -FEMA BUYOUT PROGRAM (IP3 of 6/26 Information Packet)
PCD Director Davidson shared information on the FEMA Mitigation Program, and answered
questions regarding buyout options. HIS Director Boothroy distributed information "Today's
Flood Assessment" showing residential and commercial damage categories to date. Majority
agreed to provide additional questions to staff to track down and provide answers at the next
work session.
FUTURE MEETING SCHEDULE ITEMS
PCD Director Davidson and HIS Director Boothroy present for discussion. Council agreed to
add the following items to the respective agendas:
July 3 Work Session
Lobbying talking points
Furniture Project and donations of large amounts
Flood Mitigation -FEMA Buyout Program
Animal Shelter Update
July 3 Special Formal
Small Business Loan Program
Other issues identified for future discussion
Hazard Mitigation Plan in Coralville
River Corridor Update
The Mayor stated she had been invited to participate in a KCRG forum on Wednesday, July 2.
Meeting adjourned 8:00 PM.
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Date: July 10, 2008
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, July 3, 2008, 7:55 AM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright
Staff: Lombardo, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Rocca, Davidson, Fosse, O'Malley
(A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office)
LOBBYING TALKING POINTS
Mayor Bailey and City Manager Lombardo provided an update on funding. PCD Director
Davidson present for discussion. Majority agreed to identify areas of interest for the special
legislative session regarding recovery, revenue sources, and barriers fro a quick recovery.
FURNITURE PROJECT AND DONATIONS OF LARGE AMOUNTS
PW Director Fosse presented information. In response to Correia, the majority of Council
requested that the Flood Response Task Force identify options for acceptance of large amounts
of furniture and report back to the City Council.
FLOOD MITIGATION - FEMA BUYOUT PROGRAM
PCD Director Davidson updated Council on recent information received on the program, and the
deadline for Notice of Interest (NOI) of September 12. Davidson indicated more questions
would be answered after a meeting of officials on Monday, July 7. City Manager Lombardo
stated staff was preparing a matrix of information regarding proposed properties and costs.
FUTURE MEETING SCHEDULE ITEMS
Majority agreed to the following items for July 10 work session:
o Flood Mitigation Plan
o River Corridor Update
o Update on Lobbying Strategy
o Animal Shelter Update
Finance Director O'Malley present for discussion.
Majority agreed to the following items for July 10 formal:
o Waiving utility fees for those affected with the flood
Council Work Session
July 3, 2008
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In response to Correia, City Clerk Karr, City Atty. Dilkes, and City Manager Lombardo provided
information regarding possible tax abatement.
Mayor Bailey stated she would be working wit City Clerk Karr on scheduling a special work
session in late July and more information would be provided at the next meeting.
Meeting adjourned 9:00 AM.