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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
APRIL 6, 2009
Iowa City City Council special meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey presiding.
Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright.
Absent: None. Staff members present: Lombardo, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Bollinger, Davidson,
Gannon, O'Malley.
The Mayor presented the Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Lemme
Elementary students: Amanda Brown, Libby Fischer, Lydia Johnson, Tim Sanderson.
Mayor Bailey presented a key to the City to Ali Bowden, representing Edinburgh,
Scotland, our City Sister designed a UNESCO City of Literature. Writer's Workshop Director
Christopher Merrill delivered remarks.
Moved by Hayek, seconded by Correia, that the following items and recommendations
in the Consent Calendar be received, approved, and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk: March 23, Special Council Work Session; March 23, Special Council
Formal Official and Complete; March 24, Special Council Formal Official and
Complete; March 31, Special Council Formal Official and Complete; March 31, Special
Council Work Session.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Public
Library -February 26, 2009; Parks and Recreation Commission -February 11, 2009;
Public Art Advisory Committee -February 5, 2009; Human Rights Commission -
February 24, 2009; Airport Commission -February 12, 2009; Airport Commission -
February 23, 2009; Public Art Advisory Committee -February 5, 2009; Rules
Committee Meeting -March 31, 2009.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Sultana, Inc., dba EI Dorado Mexican
Restaurant, 1634 Sycamore St.; Special Class C Liquor License for Little Donkey's,
Inc., dba Panchero's Mexican Grill, 32 S. Clinton St.
Public Hearings: RES. 09-95, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 20,
2009 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF
COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE LANDFILL GAS COLLECTION SYSTEM
2009 EXPANSION PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF
SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS
ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
Resolutions: RES. 09-96, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR
TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, LANDOWNER THREE GUYS HOLDING LLP, AND TENANT CORNER OF
THE MEADOW, INC., D/B/A MOTLEY COW CAFE, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES.
09-97, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SENIOR CENTER ADA RESTROOM
REMODELING PROJECT; RES. 09-98, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
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GILBERT STREET AND PRENTISS / BOWERY STREET INTERSECTION
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT; RES. 09-99, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A SUBORDINATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND MIDWESTONE BANK,
IOWA CITY, IOWA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1904 DELWOOD DRIVE, IOWA
CITY, IOWA; RES. 09-100, APPROVING THE AMENDED BY-LAWS OF THE IOWA
CITY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION.
Correspondence: Sharon Evans regarding Videotaping/Broadcast of Priority
Setting Sessions; Helen Burford regarding Benton Hill Park; Antone Braga regarding
Consumer protection; David Christ regarding Farmers Market; Kathryn Kunert regarding
MidAmerican Energy Company Iowa City Community Report 2008; Joyce Barker
regarding Police; Rezoning Northside District letters from Beverly Blasingame, Thomas
Kane, Larry and Tina Woodsmall, Stephen Smith; Anthony Grego regarding Snow
removal; Tom Richardson regarding Suggestions for cost savings; Evan Streeby
regarding Skatepark.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning approximately 100-acres of land
located on both sides of 420th Street SE, west of Taft Avenue from Interim Development (ID-
I) to General Industrial (I-1) (REZ09-00002). PCD Dir. Davidson present for discussion. The
Mayor requested the Council Members disclose ex parte communications, and none were
reported. No one appeared.
Moved by Hayek, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance rezoning approximately
100-acres of land located on both sides of 420th Street SE, west of Taft Avenue from Interim
Development (ID-I) to General Industrial (I-1) (REZ09-00002), be given first vote. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately .98
acres of property located north of Rohret Road from Interim Development Single-Family
Residential (ID-RS) to Low Density Single-Family Residential, 40.13 acres from Rural
Residential (RR-1) to Low Density Single-Family Residential (RS-5) and 60.28 acres from Low
Density Single-Family Residential to Planned Development Overlay Low Density Single-Family
Residential (OPD-5) (REZ08-00011) (Country Club Estates). The Mayor requested the Council
Members disclose ex parte communications. Individual Council Members shared
communications, and expressed their views. PCD Dir. Davidson present for discussion. The
following individuals appeared: Larry Jewell; Robert Hegeman, 44 Tucson Place; and Dave
Tokuhisa. Moved by Champion, seconded by Correia, to accept correspondence from Nancy
Hitchon; Larry Jewell; Judy, Dave Rebakah, Raj Tokuhisa, Adam, Amanda, and Jason Rohrer.
The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Wright, that the ordinance conditionally rezoning
approximately 0.98 acres of property located north of Rohret Road from Interim Development
Single-Family Residential (ID-RS) to Low Density Single-Family Residential, 40.13 acres from
Rural Residential (RR-1) to Low Density Single-Family Residential (RS-5) and 57.49 acres
from Low Density Single-Family Residential to Planned Development Overlay Low Density
Single-Family Residential (OPD-5) (REZ08-00011) (Country Club Estates), be given first vote.
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Duane Musser, MMS Consultants, appeared. Individual Council Members expressed their
views. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/2, with the following division of roll call vote.
Ayes: Wilburn, Bailey, Champion, Hayek, O'Donnell. Nays: Wright, Correia. Absent: None.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 3, entitled "City Finances,
Taxation and Fees," Chapter, entitled "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines, and
Penalties," Section 3-4-5, entitled "Solid Waste Disposal," of the City Code to increase or
change certain solid waste charges. No one appeared.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Champion, that the ordinance amending Title 3,
entitled "City Finances, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4, entitled "Schedule of Fees, Rates,
Charges, Bonds, Fines, and Penalties," Section 3-4-5, entitled "Solid Waste Disposal," of the
City Code to increase or change certain solid waste charges, be given first vote. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Burlington Street Pedestrian Bridge
Renovation 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 O'Donnell, seconded by Champion, to adopt RES. 09-101, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE BURLINGTON STREET PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE RENOVATION
PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OFBID 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 2009 Water Main Directional Boring
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. 09-102, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2009 WATER MAIN DIRECTIONAL BORING PROJECT,
ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING
CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE
FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2009 Pavement Replacement for
Water Main Project, establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City
Clerk to publish advertisement for bids, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids. No one
appeared.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Correia, to adopt RES. 09-103, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2009 PAVEMENT REPLACEMENT FOR WATER MAIN
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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. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council
Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Wright, seconded by O'Donnell, that the ordinance amending Title 9 entitled
"Motor Vehicles and Traffic", Chapter 7 entitled "Vehicle Size, Weight and Load," to restrict
large truck traffic on North Summit Street and Dewey Street, be given first vote. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Hayek, that ORD. 09-4333, AMENDING TITLE 16,
CHAPTER 16 ENTITLED "CITY UTILITIES" OF THE CITY CODE OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, BY
ADOPTING A NEW SECTION 16-3B-9 ENTITLED "PROJECT SPECIFIC TAP-ON FEE FOR
THE DANE ROAD TRUNK SEWER PROJECT", be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance
adopted.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by O'Donnell, that ORD. 09-4334, AMENDING TITLE
16, CHAPTER 3 ENTITLED "CITY UTILITIES" OF THE CITY CODE OF IOWA CITY, IOWA,
BY ADOPTING A NEW SECTION 16-3B-10 ENTITLED "PROJECT SPECIFIC TAP-ON FEE
FOR THE SCOTT PARK TRUNK SEWER PROJECT", be passed and adopted. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the
ordinance adopted.
Moved by Correia, seconded by O'Donnell, to defer indefinitely the resolution adopting
the Iowa City Parks, Recreation and Trails Master Plan Final Report and Executive
Summary, until a joint meeting is scheduled with the Parks & Recreation Commission. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Hayek, to adopt RES. 09-104, AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A LICENSE AGREEMENT
FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, LANDOWNER UNIVERSITY VIEW PARTNERS, AND TENANT ETRE RESTAURANT
GROUP L.L.C., D/B/A TAKANAMI, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Hayek, to adopt RES. 09-105, AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A LICENSE AGREEMENT
FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, LANDOWNER HAYWOOD BELLE, ET AL, AND TENANT SHORT'S BURGER &
SHINE L.L.C., D/B/A SHORT'S BURGER & SHINE, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 09-106, DIRECTING SALE
OF NOT TO EXCEED $9,130,000 SEWER REVENUE REFUNDING CAPITAL LOAN
NOTES, SERIES 2009A. Finance Dir. O'Malley present for discussion. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 09-107, AUTHORIZING
THE REDEMPTION OF OUTSTANDING SEWER REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2000, OF
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THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, DATED OCTOBER 1, 2000, AND DIRECTING NOTICE
BE GIVEN. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Hayek, seconded by Wilburn, to adopt RES. 09-108, DIRECTING SALE OF
NOT TO EXCEED $10,130,000 WATER REVENUE REFUNDING CAPITAL LOAN NOTES,
SERIES 20096. 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. 09-109, AUTHORIZING
THE REDEMPTION OF OUTSTANDING WATER REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2000, OF
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, DATED DECEMBER 1, 2000, AND DIRECTING NOTICE
BE GIVEN. Finance Dir. O'Malley present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 09-110, APPROVING
THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY
AND THE ARTIST FOR THE WATER WORKS PRAIRIE PARK SCULPTURE AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE
SAME. 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 O'Donnell, to accept correspondence from Kyle Oskvig. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Correia, to adopt RES. 09-111, APPROVING
SETTLEMENT OF CLAIM for Mike and Tammy Bauer for $52,418.12 and to State Farm Fire
and Casualty Company for $19,572.01. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council
Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Correia, seconded by Wright, to appoint Charlotte Walker, 320 S. Dubuque
#221, to the Senior Center Commission to fill athree-year term January 1, 2009 -December
31, 2011. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members
present. Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, to accept correspondence from Carol
Thompson, Eve Casserly, Charlotte Walker. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
The Mayor noted that no applications were received for the Airport Zoning Brd of
Adjustment to fill afive-year term January 1, 2009 -December 31, 2013 and Board of
Appeals to fill afive-year term January 1, 2009 -December 31, 2013, one for a Mechanical
Professional and both would be readvertised. Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be
18 years of age unless specific qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional
notices after a period of six publications; but will continue to advertise vacancies with
postings and on the Council agenda. However, no additional publication costs will be
incurred.]
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies to Boards and Commissions:
Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment to fill an unexpired term, effective upon appointment, plus a
five-year term ending December 31, 2011; Airport Zoning Commission to fill asix-year term
January 1, 2006 -December 31, 2011; Youth Advisory Commission to fill atwo-year term
For one (1) person -Tate High, January 1, 2009 -December 31, 2010. Applications must
be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 13, 2009.
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The Mayor noted the current vacancy: Human Rights Commission to fill an unexpired
term, effective upon appointment, ending January 1, 2010. Applications must be received by
5:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 13, 2009. Moved by Wright, seconded by Hayek, to accept
correspondence from Joy Kross. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0,
all Council Members present.
Council Member Hayek acknowledged the Fire Department insert in the Press-Citizen
newspaper recently and stated it contained valuable information; and reported he had
attended the Mission Creek Festival and the quality of the entertainment top shelf, noting it
was a great event for the downtown.
Mayor Bailey stated there probably would be changes to the City policies based on the
Supreme Court ruling regarding same sex marriage and she looked forward to those
discussions.
City Manager Lombardo announced that an open house for Fire Station # 2 is planned
for May and more information would be forthcoming; stated he would be out of the office
Friday; and Go Spartans.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Hayek, to adjourn 8:10 p.m. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members pre nt.
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Date: March 23, 2009
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, March 23, 2009, 7:30'" PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright
UISG: Gunn
Staff: Lombardo, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Davidson, Long, Fosse, Purdy, O'Brien,
Boothroy, Knoche, Bollinger, Dulek, Smith
(A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website)
[*Work session started after special formal and executive session recessed]
COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS
Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment - no applicants, re-advertise
Airport Zoning Commission - no applicants, re-advertise
Historic Preservation Commission -Pam Michaud
Telecommunications Commission -Brett Gordon and Laura Bergus
Youth Advisory Commission - defer until formal meeting on the 24th to allow Council
liaison Wilburn to meet with applicant
AGENDA ITEMS
(Item # 8 -Ordinance amending Title 10 .... Use of Public Ways and Property," to allow
Farmers Market to take place at locations other than Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp and
Chauncey Swan Park) In response to questions, City Manager Lombardo stated staff would
be meeting with the vendors on April 9 to work out additional questions. City Atty. Dilkes
stated the ordinance allowed greater flexibility with the Farmers Market location in the future
by simply removing the restriction to the Chauncey Swan location. Majority agreed to leave
on for first consideration and have the City Manager outline the process followed to date.
2. (Item # 9 -Resolution authorizing the Mayor ... Vito's, for a sidewalk cafe). In response to
Council Member Hayek, City Clerk Karr stated the application was not on the Consent
Calendar because it was not viewed as a renewal because the business had been sold to a
new owner.
3. (Consent Calendar # 2g (6) -Correspondence from Dorothy Whiston re Shelter Overflow
Interim Project) Council Member Correia announced that the two church managers that
had been providing coordination services for the overflow locations were not doing it next
year. Majority o Council asked to be kept informed.
Council Work Session
March 23, 2009
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FLOOD RESPONSE AND MITIGATION UPDATE (IP#2 of 3/19 Information Packet)
PCD Director Davidson, Public Works Director Fosse, City Engr. Knoche, Community
Development Coordinator Long and Flood Buyout Spec. Purdy presented information. After
discussion a majority agreed to proceed as outlined in the memo and presentation.
STAFF ACTION: Proceed as outlined.
INFORMATION PACKET DISCUSSION (3/12 and 3/19]
1. (IP8 of 3/19 Information Packet -Memo from Transportation Planner re FY10 JCCOG
transportation planning work program ... Dubuque Street corridor between Dubuque and
Jefferson Streets) In response to Council member Correia, PCD Dir. Davidson present
for discussion. Majority agreed to proceed immediately as outlined in the memo,
2. (IP4 of 3/19 Information Packet -letter from Mayor Bailey to Downtown Business
Owners ...) In response to Council Member Hayek, Mayor Bailey stated she had talked
with the City Attorney regarding placing "ashtrays" or receptacles on the public right of
way for cigarette butt disposal and Asst. City Mgr. Helling stated the matter has had
discussion at the Downtown Association (DTA) as well.
3. (IP5 of 3/19 Information Packet - ICMA Public Library Innovation Grant Award) Council
Member Correia congratulated the Public Library on the Innovation Grant.
4. (IP9 of 3/19 Information Packet -Community event and program funding) Mayor Bailey
suggested that the forms be made available as a pdf form and completed and send
electronically next year to make them for legible. Majority agreed.
5. (ip3 of 3/12 Information Packet - FY09 Budget Amendment Cycle 2) Council Member
Hayek requested that the dollar amounts be indicated by the items. City Manager
Lombardo stated a simple summary would be provided.
COUNCIL TIME
1. Council Member Champion noted correspondence she received regarding a display at the
Solon Library celebrating the Drollinger family and the City Park rides. Mayor Bailey stated
she intended to announce the display at the formal meeting the next evening; Champion
stated she would drop off information to the Iowa City Public Library as well.
2. Council Member Wilburn announced he had been contacted by the Governor's office for an
appointment on the Commission on Community Action Agencies, and has accepted.
JOINT MEETING AGENDA ITEMS (IP#3of 3/19 Information Packet)
Council Member abstaining from discussion on this matter until an opinion had been received
from the City Attorney.
Council Work Session
March 23, 2009
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The City Council agreed to add the following items to the agenda:
1. Neighborhood and Comprehensive Plan Presentation & Overview (City staff will present)
2. Flood Update (all entities)
Noting the pervious meeting was cancelled, the City Council requested the meeting be held
even if the agenda has few items or other entities are unable to attend.
STAFF ACTION: City Clerk to notify the School District of agenda items. (Karr)
SCHEDULE OF PENDING DISCUSSION ITEMS
None
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS/COUNCIL INVITATIONS
•:• JCCOG Meeting- 4:00 PM, Harvat Hall, Wednesday, March 24
Mayor Bailey announced she would be for Council Member Correia. It was decided that City
Manager Lombardo would be attending for Council Member Wilburn.
DISCUSSION OF MEETING SCHEDULE [Reference IP4]
Mayor Bailey stated she would be unable to attend the April 7 formal meeting. After discussion
a majority agreed to combine the formal meeting with the work session on April 6. City Clerk
Karr noted the agenda had a number of hearings being set for April 7 and an announcement
should be made that the hearings will be changed to April 6.
Meeting adjourned 9:00 PM into previously recessed executive session.
04-06-09
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 3/23/09
Iowa City City Council Special meeting 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey
presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell,
Wilburn, Wright. Absent: None.
Moved and seconded by Wright, to adjourn to executive session to discuss the
purchase of particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be reasonably
expected to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for that
property. The minutes and the tape recording of a session closed under this paragraph
(real estate) shall be available for public examination when the transaction discussed is
completed; and to adjourn to executive session to evaluate the professional
competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance or discharge is
being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that
individual's reputation and that individual requests a closed session. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to recess to the Council work session, and continue the
formal and executive session at the end of the work session. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
Moved and seconded to adjourn special meeting 9:30 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. t
s/Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor
s/Marian K. Karr, City Cler
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 3/24/09
Iowa City special meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey presiding. Council
Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright. Absent:
None.
Moved and seconded that the following items and recommendations in the Consent
Calendar be received, approved, and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk: March 4, Special Council Formal Official and Complete; March 4, Council
Work Session; March 10, Special Council Work Session; March 10, Special Council
Formal Official and Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Planning
and Zoning Commission -February 5, 2009; Police Citizens Review Board -February
10, 2009; Housing and Community Development Commission -February 19, 2009;
Housing and Community Development Commission -February 17, 2009; Historic
Preservation Commission -February 12, 2009.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk. New:
Class C Liquor License for Caliente Night Club, Inc., 171 Hwy 1 West. Renewal:
Class C Liquor License for B.P.O. Elks #590, 637 Foster Rd.; Class C Liquor License
for Okoboji Grill, 1857 Lower Muscatine Rd.; Outdoor Service Area for Okoboji Grill,
1857 Lower Muscatine Rd.; Class C Liquor License for La Reyna, Inc., 1937 Keokuk
St.; Special Class C Liquor License for Panchero's Mexican Grill, 965 S Riverside Dr.;
Special Class C Liquor License for Oyama Sushi Japanese Restaurant, 1853 Lower
Muscatine Rd.; RES. 09-79, TO ISSUE DANCE PERMIT to Caliente Night Club, Inc.,
171 Hwy 1 West.
Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of $9,452,916.16 for the
period of February 1 through February 28, 2009, as recommended by the Finance
Director subject to audit.
Public Hearings: Set a public hearing for the April 20, 2009 council meeting on
the Iowa Department of Transportation Consolidated Funding Application for Iowa City
Transit; RES. 09-80, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 6, 2009 ON AN
ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 3 ENTITLED "CITY FINANCES, TAXATION &
FEES," CHAPTER 4 ENTITLED "SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES,
BONDS, FINES AND PENALTIES," ARTICLE 5 ENTITLED "SOLID WASTE
DISPOSAL," OF THE CITY CODE TO INCREASE OR CHANGE RESIDENTIAL
SOLID WASTE COLLECTION FEES; RES. 09-81, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING
ON APRIL 6, 2009 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE BURLINGTON STREET
PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE RENOVATION PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO
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PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO
PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 09-82, SETTING A
PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 6, 2009 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2009
WATER MAIN DIRECTIONAL BORING PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO
PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO
PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 09-83, SETTING A
PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 6, 2009 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE. 2009
PAVEMENT REPLACEMENT FOR WATER MAIN PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY
CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY
ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
Resolutions: RES. 09-84, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND HILLS BANK AND TRUST, CORALVILLE, IOWA
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3322 TULANE AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES.
09-85, 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 2420 BITTERSWEET COURT, IOWA CITY,
IOWA; RES. 09-86, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK
TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE
OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER
MAUREEN MONDANARO, AND TENANT GIVANNI'S OF IOWA CITY, D/B/A
GIVANNI'S, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 09-87, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE
AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER KLDP, INC, AND TENANT
CHACKALACKAL, INC, D/B/A ONE TWENTY SIX, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES.
09-88, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC
RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER MAUREEN
MONDANARO, AND TENANT SALOON OF IOWA CITY, L.C., D/B/A SALOON, FOR
A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 09-89, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR
TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, LANDOWNER BILL MIHALOPOULOS, AND TENANT ATLAS WORLD GRILL,
D/B/A ATLAS WORLD GRILL, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 09-90,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC
RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER DLSIC LC,
AND TENANT MORROWCO LLC, D/B/A PITA PIT, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES.
09-91, AUTHORIZING THE IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY TO REQUEST AND
ACCEPT CAPITAL FUNDS MADE AVAILABLE BY THE FEDERAL DEPARTMENT
OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) THROUGH THE AMERICAN
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RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT (ARRA) IN THE AMOUNT OF $191,853;
RES. 09-92, AUTHORIZING FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL
FUNDING ASSISTANCE FROM THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ADMINISTRATION FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF PARK ROAD BRIDGE AND
ELEVATION OF DUBUQUE STREET PROJECT AND THE WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANT CONSOLIDATION PROJECT.
Correspondence: Roosevelt School letters from Judy Pfohl, Mary Peterson,
Steve Yagla, Ann Kohl; Caroline Dieterle regarding Downtown drinking problem; Evan
Streeby regarding Iowa City skatepark [staff response included]; Shaun Donovan
regarding American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009; Christine Denburg
regarding Sidewalk by Taft Alternative High School [staff response included]; Dorothy
Whiston regarding Shelter Overflow Interim Project; Mary Murphy and Gregg Geerdes
regarding Flood Mitigation.
Mayor Bailey noted that the public hearings would be set for April 6 as the formal and work
session would be combined. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Rod Sullivan, 2326 E. Court St., appeared regarding intergovernmental cooperation
and the process of adoption of a resolution prior to JCCOG action. Caroline Dieterle, 727
Walnut St., noted the upcoming local option sales tax election and raised concerns regarding
the potential of building a flood wall in Coralville and the raising of Dubuque St.. Garry Klein,
628 Second Ave., reference the upcoming local option sales tax election and the need for
public input into projects.
Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for April 6, 2009 on an ordinance
rezoning approximately 100-acres of land located on both sides of 420th Street, west of Taft
Avenue from Interim Development (ID-I) to General Industrial (I-1) (REZ09-00002) The
Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on the ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 18.58
acres of property located north of Rohret Road from Interim Development Single-Family
Residential (ID-RS) to Low Density Single-Family Residential, 44.29 acres from Rural
Residential (RR-1) to Low Density Single-Family Residential (RS-5) and 79.27 acres from Low
Density Single-Family Residential to Planned Development Overlay Low Density Single-Family
Residential (OPD-5) (REZ08-00011). The following individuals appeared: Larry Jewell, 53
Tucson Place; Jayne Sandler, 41 Tucson Place; Robert Hegeman, 44 Tucson Place; Karl
Ebert, 3357 Rohret Rd.; Duane Musser, MMS Consultants; Diana Thrift, 3329 Rohret Rd. SW;
Dev. Brian Speer, S & J Development. Moved and seconded to continue public hearing to
April 6. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to accept
correspondence from Brian Speer. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to defer to April 6 an ordinance conditionally rezoning
approximately 18.58 acres of property located north of Rohret Road from Interim Development
Single-Family Residential (ID-RS) to Low Density Single-Family Residential, 44.29 acres from
Rural Residential (RR-1) to Low Density Single-Family Residential (RS-5) and 79.27 acres
from Low Density Single-Family Residential to Planned Development Overlay Low Density
Single-Family Residential (OPD-5) (REZ08-00011). The Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on a resolution amending the FY2009 Operating Budget.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 09-93, AMENDING THE CURRENT BUDGET
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 31, 2009.
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Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 16, Chapter 16 entitled "City
Utilities" of the City Code of Iowa City, Iowa, by adopting a new Section 16-3B-9 entitled
"Project Specific Tap-On Fee for the Dane Road Trunk Sewer Project", be given second vote.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 16, Chapter 16 entitled "City
Utilities" of the City Code of Iowa City, Iowa, by adopting a new Section 16-3B-10 entitled
"Project Specific Tap-On Fee for the Scott Park Trunk Sewer Project", be given second vote.
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 11, entitled "Farmer's Market," to allow the
farmers market to take place at locations other than Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp and
Chauncey Swan Park, be given first vote. Caroline Dieterle and Lois Pavelka appeared. The
Mayor declared the ordinance defeated. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence
from Kristina Arnold (2), Mike Donnelly, Shelley Squier, Dave Campbell, Cindy Cary, David
Sickles, Mary Suchomel, Jim Walters, Gary Sanders, Sue Carter, Jim Pickering, Candida
Maurer and Michael Santangelo, Calvin and Betty Lavely, Eric Menzel, Andy Tygrett, Regina
Miller. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 09-94, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE
OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER 120
BUILDING CO., AND TENANT MP INVESTMENTS LLC, D/B/A VITO'S, FOR A SIDEWALK
CAFE.
Moved and seconded to reconsider a resolution approving an agreement between the
City of Iowa City and the artist for the Iowa City Water Works Prairie Park sculpture and
authorizing the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest the same. The Mayor declared
the motion carried. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Sharon Artman,
Joyce Barker, Dennis and Melinda Bricker, Patrick Connolly (2), Nancy Davin, Lee and
Susan Eberly, Marilyn Holland, Doris Houser, Beverly Johlin, Garry Klein, Whit Lovelace, Dan
McKenna, Ceil Pickering, Carol Seydel, Max Tremblay, Janet Watt, Tim Weitzel, Rok
Williams, Nancy Purington, Rod Strampe, Nancy Adams-Cogan, Mark Smellie, Ann Kohl,
Elizabeth Shriver, Russell Haught, Pam Michaud, Helene Hembreiker. The Mayor declared
the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to defer to April 6 the resolution approving an agreement
between the City of Iowa City and the artist for the Iowa City Water Works Prairie Park
sculpture and authorizing the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest the same. The
Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to approve a tentative agreement between the City of Iowa City
and the Police Labor Relations Organization of Iowa City . The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved and seconded that the following appointments be made to Boards and
Commissions: reappoint Pam Michaud, 109 S. Johnson Street, to the Historic Preservation
Commission fora College Green District Representative, to fill athree-year term March 29,
2009 -March 29, 2012; appoint Laura Bergus, 2231 California Avenue and reappoint Brett
Gordon, 224 N. Dubuque Street, to the Telecommunications Commission for two vacancies
to fill three-year terms March 13, 2009 -March 13, 2012. The Mayor declared the motion
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carried. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Saul Mekies and Laura
Bergus. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to appoint Jerry Gao, 29 Coll Court, to the Youth Advisory
Commission for one At Large term January 1, 2009 -December 31, 2010. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
The Mayor noted that no applications were received for the following Boards and
Commissions and will be readvertised: Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment for an unexpired
term, effective upon appointment, plus afive-year term ending December 31, 2011; Airport
Zoning Commission for asix-year term January 1, 2006 -December 31, 2011; Youth
Advisory Commission for Tate High, Effective upon appointment and ending December 31,
2009. Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional notices after a period of six
publications; but will continue to advertise vacancies with postings and on the Council
agenda. However, no additional publication costs will be incurred.] Applicants MUST reside
in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific qualifications are stated.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Airport Zoning Brd of
Adjustment for afive-year term January 1, 2009 -December 31, 2013; Appeals, Board of -
for afive-year term January 1, 2009 -December 31, 2013, one for a Mechanical
Professional; Senior Center Commission for athree-year term January 1, 2009 -December
31, 2011. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 1, 2009.
Moved and seconded to adjourn to executive session to evaluate the professional
competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance or discharge is being
considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individual's
reputation and that individual requests a closed session. The Mayor declared the motion
carried and adjourned into executive session.
Moved and seconded to adjourn 9:30 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 D artment.
s/Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor
s/Marian K. Karr, City Clerk ~J
Submit d for publication - 4/1/09.
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Clerk's Office 356-5040.
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 3/31/09
Iowa City City Council Special meeting 5:30 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey
presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell,
Wilburn, Wright. Absent: None.
Moved and seconded to adjourn to executive session to discuss the purchase of
particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be reasonably expected to
increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for that property. The
minutes and the tape recording of a session closed under this paragraph (real estate)
shall be available for public examination when the transaction discussed is completed.
The Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned into executive session.
Moved and seconded to adjourn special meeting 6:16 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
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Submitted for publication -4/1/09.
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City
Clerk's Office 356-5040.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
MARCH 23, 2009
Iowa City City Council Special meeting 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey
presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell,
Wilburn, Wright. Absent: None. Staff members present: Lombardo, Davidson, Dilkes,
Karr, Knoche, Purdy, O'Brien.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Wright, to adjourn to executive session to
discuss the purchase of particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be
reasonably expected to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for
that property. The minutes and the tape recording of a session closed under this
paragraph (real estate) shall be available for public examination when the transaction
discussed is completed; and to adjourn to executive session to evaluate the
professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance or
discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable
injury to that individual's reputation and that individual requests a closed session (City
Manager). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, and adjourned into
executive session 6:33 p.m.
Council returned to open session 7:35 p.m. Moved by Hayek, seconded by
Wilburn to recess to the Council work session, and continue the formal and executive
session at the end of the work session. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 7/0, and adjourned into work session 7:36 p.m.
Council returned to the recessed executive session 9:00 PM.
Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, to adjourn special meeting 9:30
p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members
present.
Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City
Clerk's Office 356-5040.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
MARCH 24, 2009
Iowa City special meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey presiding. Council
Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright. Absent:
None. Staff members present: Lombardo, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Davidson, Miklo, Knoche,
Bollinger.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Champion, that the following items and
recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, approved, and/or adopted as
amended:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk: March 4, Special Council Formal Official and Complete; March 4, Council
Work Session; March 10, Special Council Work Session; March 10, Special Council
Formal Official and Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Planning
and Zoning Commission -February 5, 2009; Police Citizens Review Board -February
10, 2009; Housing and Community Development Commission -February 19, 2009;
Housing and Community Development Commission -February 17, 2009; Historic
Preservation Commission -February 12, 2009.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk. New:
Class C Liquor License for Caliente Night Club, Inc., dba Caliente Night Club, Inc., 171
Hwy 1 West. Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Lodge #590 B.P.O. Elks,
dba B.P.O. Elks #590, 637 Foster Rd.; Class C Liquor License for Okoboji IC, LLC,
dba Okoboji Grill, 1857 Lower Muscatine Rd.; Outdoor Service Area for Okoboji IC,
LLC, dba Okoboji Grill, 1857 Lower Muscatine Rd.; Class C Liquor License for La
Reyna, Inc., dba La Reyna, Inc., 1937 Keokuk St.; Special Class C Liquor License for
Freshmex Iowa City, LLC, dba Panchero's Mexican Grill, 965 S Riverside Dr.; Special
Class C Liquor License for Oyama Sushi, Inc., dba Oyama Sushi Japanese
Restaurant, 1853 Lower Muscatine Rd.; RES. 09-79, TO ISSUE DANCE PERMIT to
Caliente Night Club, Inc., dba Caliente Night Club, Inc., 171 Hwy 1 West.
Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of $9,452,916.16 for the
period of February 1 through February 28, 2009, as recommended by the Finance
Director subject to audit.
Public Hearings: Set a public hearing for the April 20, 2009 council meeting on
the Iowa Department of Transportation Consolidated Funding Application for Iowa City
Transit; RES. 09-80, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 6, 2009 ON AN
ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 3 ENTITLED "CITY FINANCES, TAXATION &
FEES," CHAPTER 4 ENTITLED "SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES,
BONDS, FINES AND PENALTIES," ARTICLE 5 ENTITLED "SOLID WASTE
DISPOSAL," OF THE CITY CODE TO INCREASE OR CHANGE RESIDENTIAL
SOLID WASTE COLLECTION FEES; RES. 09-81, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING
ON APRIL 6, 2009 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
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ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE BURLINGTON STREET
PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE RENOVATION PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO
PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO
PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 09-82, SETTING A
PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 6, 2009 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2009
WATER MAIN DIRECTIONAL BORING PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO
PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO
PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 09-83, SETTING A
PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 6, 2009 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2009
PAVEMENT REPLACEMENT FOR WATER MAIN PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY
CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY
ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
Resolutions: RES. 09-84, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND HILLS BANK AND TRUST, CORALVILLE, IOWA
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3322 TULANE AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES.
09-85, 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 2420 BITTERSWEET COURT, IOWA CITY,
IOWA; RES. 09-86, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK
TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE
OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER
MAUREEN MONDANARO, AND TENANT GIVANNI'S OF IOWA CITY, D/B/A
GIVANNI'S, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 09-87, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE
AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER KLDP, INC, AND TENANT
CHACKALACKAL, INC, D/B/A ONE TWENTY SIX, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES.
09-88, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC
RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER MAUREEN
MONDANARO, AND TENANT SALOON OF IOWA CITY, L.C., D/B/A SALOON, FOR
A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 09-89, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR
TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, LANDOWNER BILL MIHALOPOULOS, AND TENANT ATLAS WORLD GRILL,
D/B/A ATLAS WORLD GRILL, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 09-90,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC
RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER DLSIC LC,
AND TENANT MORROWCO LLC, D/B/A PITA PIT, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES.
09-91, AUTHORIZING THE IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY TO REQUEST AND
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ACCEPT CAPITAL FUNDS MADE AVAILABLE BY THE FEDERAL DEPARTMENT
OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) THROUGH THE AMERICAN
RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT (ARRA) IN THE AMOUNT OF $191,853;
RES. 09-92, AUTHORIZING FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL
FUNDING ASSISTANCE FROM THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ADMINISTRATION FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF PARK ROAD BRIDGE AND
ELEVATION OF DUBUQUE STREET PROJECT AND THE WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANT CONSOLIDATION PROJECT.
Correspondence: Roosevelt School letters from Judy Pfohl, Mary Peterson,
Steve Yagla, Ann Kohl; Caroline Dieterle regarding Downtown drinking problem; Evan
Streeby regarding Iowa City skatepark [staff response included]; Shaun Donovan
regarding American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009; Christine Denburg
regarding Sidewalk by Taft Alternative High School [staff response included]; Dorothy
Whiston regarding Shelter Overflow Interim Project; Mary Murphy and Gregg Geerdes
regarding Flood Mitigation.
Mayor Bailey noted that the public hearings would be set for April 6 as the formal and work
session would be combined. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members
present. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members
present.
Rod Sullivan, 2326 E. Court St., appeared regarding intergovernmental cooperation
and the process of adoption of a resolution prior to JCCOG action. Caroline Dieterle, 727
Walnut St., noted the upcoming local option sales tax election and raised concerns regarding
the potential of building a flood wall in Coralville and the raising of Dubuque St.. Garry Klein,
628 Second Ave., reference the upcoming local option sales tax election and the need for
public input into projects.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Correia, to set a public hearing for April 6, 2009 on
an ordinance rezoning approximately 100-acres of land located on both sides of 420th Street,
west of Taft Avenue from Interim Development (ID-I) to General Industrial (I-1) (REZ09-
00002) The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members
present.
A public hearing was held on the ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 18.58
acres of property located north of Rohret Road from Interim Development Single-Family
Residential (ID-RS) to Low Density Single-Family Residential, 44.29 acres from Rural
Residential (RR-1) to Low Density Single-Family Residential (RS-5) and 79.27 acres from Low
Density Single-Family Residential to Planned Development Overlay Low Density Single-Family
Residential (OPD-5) (REZ08-00011) (Country Club Estates). PCD Director Davidson, Senior
Planner Miklo, and City Engr. Knoche present for discussion. The Mayor requested the Council
Members disclose ex parte communications. Individual Council Members shared
communications, and expressed their views. The following individuals appeared: Larry Jewell,
53 Tucson Place; Jayne Sandler, 41 Tucson Place; Robert Hegeman, 44 Tucson Place; Karl
Ebert, 3357 Rohret Rd.; Duane Musser, MMS Consultants; Diana Thrift, 3329 Rohret Rd. SW;
Dev. Brian Speer, S & J Development. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Wright, to continue public hearing to April 6. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by
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Wilburn, seconded by Hayek, to accept correspondence from Brian Speer. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by O'Donnell, to defer to April 6 an ordinance
conditionally rezoning approximately 18.58 acres of property located north of Rohret Road from
Interim Development Single-Family Residential (ID-RS) to Low Density Single-Family
Residential, 44.29 acres from Rural Residential (RR-1) to Low Density Single-Family
Residential (RS-5) and 79.27 acres from Low Density Single-Family Residential to Planned
Development Overlay Low Density Single-Family Residential (OPD-5) (REZ08-00011)
(Country Club Estates). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council
Members present.
A public hearing was held on a resolution amending the FY2009 Operating Budget.
Finance Director O'Malley present for discussion.
Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 09-93, AMENDING THE
CURRENT BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 31, 2009. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Wright, seconded by Champion, that the ordinance amending Title 16,
Chapter 16 entitled "City Utilities" of the City Code of Iowa City, Iowa, by adopting a new
Section 16-3B-9 entitled "Project Specific Tap-On Fee for the Dane Road Trunk Sewer
Project", be given second vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members
present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Correia, that the ordinance amending Title 16,
Chapter 16 entitled "City Utilities" of the City Code of Iowa City, Iowa, by adopting a new
Section 16-3B-10 entitled "Project Specific Tap-On Fee for the Scott Park Trunk Sewer
Project", be given second vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members
present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Wright, that the ordinance amending Title 10 of the
City Code, entitled "Use of Public Ways and Property," Chapter 11, entitled "Farmer's
Market," to allow the farmers market to take place at locations other than Chauncey Swan
Parking Ramp and Chauncey Swan Park, be given first vote. Individual Council Members
expressed their views. Caroline Dieterle and Lois Pavelka appeared. The Mayor declared
the ordinance defeated unanimously, 0/7, all Council Members present. Moved by Wilburn,
seconded by Champion, to accept correspondence from Kristina Arnold (2), Mike Donnelly,
Shelley Squier, Dave Campbell, Cindy Cary, David Sickles, Mary Suchomel, Jim Walters,
Gary Sanders, Sue Carter, Jim Pickering, Candida Maurer and Michael Santangelo, Calvin
and Betty Lavely, Eric Menzel, Andy Tygrett, Regina Miller. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Champion, to adopt RES. 09-94, AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A LICENSE AGREEMENT
FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, LANDOWNER 120 BUILDING CO., AND TENANT MP INVESTMENTS LLC, D/B/A
VITO'S, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council
Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Hayek, to reconsider a resolution approving an
agreement between the City of Iowa City and the artist for the Iowa City Water Works Prairie
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Park sculpture and authorizing the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest the same.
Individual Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the motion carried,
5/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wright,
Champion. Nays: Bailey, Wilburn. Absent: None. Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Wright,
to accept correspondence from Sharon Artman, Joyce Barker, Dennis and Melinda Bricker,
Patrick Connolly (2), Nancy Davin, Lee and Susan Eberly, Marilyn Holland, Doris Houser,
Beverly Johlin, Garry Klein, Whit Lovelace, Dan McKenna, Ceil Pickering, Carol Seydel, Max
Tremblay, Janet Watt, Tim Weitzel, Rok Williams, Nancy Purington, Rod Strampe, Nancy
Adams-Cogan, Mark Smellie, Ann Kohl, Elizabeth Shriver, Russell Haught, Pam Michaud,
Helene Hembreiker. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council
Members present.
Moved by Wright, seconded by O'Donnell, to defer to April 6 the resolution approving
an agreement between the City of Iowa City and the artist for the Iowa City Water Works
Prairie Park sculpture and authorizing the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest the
same. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members
present.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Wright, to approve a tentative agreement between the
City of Iowa City and the Police Labor Relations Organization of Iowa City . Individual
Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/2, with the
following division of roll call vote. Ayes: O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright, Bailey, Correia. Nays:
Champion, Hayek. Absent: None.
Moved by Wright, seconded by Hayek, that the following appointments be made to
Boards and Commissions: reappoint Pam Michaud, 109 S. Johnson Street, to the Historic
Preservation Commission fora College Green District Representative, to fill athree-year
term March 29, 2009 -March 29, 2012; appoint Laura Bergus, 2231 California Avenue and
reappoint Brett Gordon, 224 N. Dubuque Street, to the Telecommunications Commission for
two vacancies to fill three-year terms March 13, 2009 -March 13, 2012. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Wilburn,
seconded by Hayek, to accept correspondence from Saul Mekies and Laura Bergus. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Hayek, to appoint Jerry Gao, 29 Coll Court, to the
Youth Advisory Commission for one At Large term January 1, 2009 -December 31, 2010.
The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
The Mayor noted that no applications were received for the following Boards and
Commissions and will be readvertised: Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment for an unexpired
term, effective upon appointment, plus afive-year term ending December 31, 2011; Airport
Zoning Commission for asix-year term January 1, 2006 -December 31, 2011; Youth
Advisory Commission for Tate High, Effective upon appointment and ending December 31,
2009. Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional notices after a period of six
publications; but will continue to advertise vacancies with postings and on the Council
agenda. However, no additional publication costs will be incurred.] Applicants MUST reside
in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific qualifications are stated.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Airport Zoning Brd of
Adjustment for afive-year term January 1, 2009 -December 31, 2013; Appeals, Board of -
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for afive-year term January 1, 2009 -December 31, 2013, one for a Mechanical
Professional; Senior Center Commission for athree-year term January 1, 2009 -December
31, 2011. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 1, 2009.
Council Member Champion announced that the Grant Wood and Wetherby
Neighborhood Associations were having a garage sale April 4 with all proceeds going to the
splash pad project. Council Member Wright also noted the event.
Mayor Bailey announced a display at the Solon Public Library called "Carousel" which
was dedicated to the Drollinger family who handled the rides in City Park for years, and
invited the Iowa City community to visit the exhibit until April 4. Council Member Champion
stated she had dropped off information on the display at the Iowa City library and encouraged
them to consider having the display here. Mayor Bailey also noted the ARC chili supper on
Friday, March 27 and the Legislative Forum sponsored by the League of Women Voters on
March 28.
City Manager Lombardo announced that the Airport had received a $2.5 million grant
for runway improvements from the stimulus bill and more information would be provided later.
City Clerk Karr noted the first priority setting session scheduled for March 31 and
questioned televising the sessions. Majority agreed to televise all four special sessions.
Moved by Wright, seconded by O'Donnell, to adjourn to executive session to evaluate
the professional competency of an individual whose appointment, hiring, performance or
discharge is being considered when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to
that individual's reputation and that individual requests a closed session (City Manager).
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared
the motion carried and adjourned into executive session 9:15 p.m.
Council returned to open session 9:29 p.m.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Hayek, to adjourn 9:30 p.m. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Correia absent.
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
MARCH 31, 2009
Iowa City City Council Special meeting 5:30 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Bailey
presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell,
Wilburn, Wright. Absent: None. Staff members present: Lombardo, Dilkes, Karr,
O'Malley.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Hayek, to adjourn to executive session to
discuss the purchase of particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be
reasonably expected to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for
that property. The minutes and the tape recording of a session closed under this
paragraph (real estate) shall be available for public examination when the transaction
discussed is completed. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members
present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned into executive session
5:37 p.m.
Council returned to open session 6:15 p.m.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Hayek, to adjourn special meeting 6:16 p.m.
The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 4/0, Correia, Wilburn, Wright
absent.
Regenia D. Bailey, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
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Date: April 1, 2009
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, March 31, 2009, 6:25 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Bailey, Champion, Correia, Hayek, O'Donnell, Wilburn, Wright
UISG: Gunn, Swedlund
Staff: Lombardo, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Lewis, O'Malley, Mansfield
(A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office)
PRIORITY SETTING
City Manager Lombardo facilitated discussion. Finance Director O'Malley present.
Hand Outs:
- Memo from the City Manager Priority Setting Work Session, March 31, 2009
Community Survey Tool
Council agreed to have staff proceed with "quote" from consulting firms for community survey
tool that would involve phone call survey and possible web responses to be completed by mid-
May.
Criteria and Weighting Process Development
After discussion majority agreed to the following potential criteria:
^ Mandated Services
^ Benefit to the community
^ Internal benefit
^ Health and Safety
^ Council Priority/Preference
^ Duplicate Service/Alternate Means of Service Delivery
^ Serves Vulnerable/Underserved Population
^ Link to Comprehensive Plan
April 13 meeting
Council requested the following be included in April 9 information packet:
~- General Fund cost centers /programs from City Departments showing:
1) description of each service
2) whether mandated by the state or federal government
3) funding mechanism (fee-based, etc)
4) # of FTE's
5) total budget/cost of service
6) information relative to the criteria that was established at the meeting
Council and department heads will be available to provide additional information.
Meeting adjourned 8:00 PM.