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Summary of Minutes
May 3, 2022 - 6:00 PM
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, held at City Hall - Emma J. Harvat Hall, 410 E.
Washington St. Mayor Teague presiding. Council members present: Alter, Bergus, Harmsen,
Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Weiner. Staff members present: Fruin, Jones, Kilburg, Goers,
Fruehling, Knoche, Havel, Sovers, Van Dyke, Dumachi, Harland, Lyon, Davies, Fleagle, Ford,
Nagle-Gamm. USG: Miglin.
1. Call to Order
2. Proclamations
2.a. Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and Asian American and Pacific
Islander Day Against Bullying
Mark Pries, Human Rights Commissioner, accepting.
2.b. Bicycle Month and Bike to Work Week
Eria Sabiiti, Bike Iowa City, accepting.
2.c. Jewish American Heritage Month
Mark Pries, Human Rights Commissioner, accepting.
2.d. National Public Works Week
Ron Knoche, Public Works Director, accepting.
Beginning of Consent Calendar (Items 3 — 7)
Consider adoption of the Consent Calendar as presented or amended
3. Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk)
3.a. Work Session Minutes: April 19
3.b. Special Formal (Executive Session) Summary of Minutes: April 19
3.c. Formal Summary of Minutes: April 19
4. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
4.a. Airport Commission: February 10
4.b. Airport Commission: March 10
4.c. Board of Adjustment: March 9
4.d. Human Rights Commission: March 29
5. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
5.a. Liquor License — New
1. Special Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Downtown Self
Supported Municipal Improve, dba Iowa City Downtown District,
200 Block N. Linn St.
2. Class B Beer Permit for Summer of the Arts, Inc., dba Iowa Arts
Festival, 9 S. Clinton St.
3. Class B Beer Permit for Summer of the Arts, Inc., dba Iowa City
Jazz Festival, 9 S. Clinton St.
May 3, 2022
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4. Class B Beer Permit for Summer of the Arts, Inc., dba Soul & Blues
Festival, 9 S. Clinton St.
5.b. Liquor License — Renewals
1. Class C Liquor License for Iowa Hickory LLC, dba Mosley's, 525 S.
Gilbert St.
2. Outdoor Service Area for Iowa Hickory LLC, dba Mosely's, 525 S.
Gilbert St.
3. Class C Liquor License for Ranger Enterprises, Inc., dba Deadwood, The, 6
S. Dubuque St.
4. Class C Beer Permit for New Pioneer Cooperative Society, dba New
Pioneer Food Co-op, 22 S. Van Buren St.
5. Class C Liquor License for Ramen Belly, LLC., dba Ramen Belly,
1010 Martin St.
6. Class C Liquor License for Tun Restaurant, LLC., dba Sumo Sushi
& Bar, 122 E. Washington St.
7. Outdoor Service Area for Iowa City maid -Rite Inc., dba Burger Haul,
112 E. College St.
8. Outdoor Service Area for Etre Plaza Towers Restaurant LLC, dba
Formosa, 221 E. College St.
9. Outdoor Service Area for Tiki Tacos, LLC, dba Tiki Tacos 'n Burgers 'n
Wings, 119 E. Washington St.
10. Outdoor Service Area for Iowa Avenue LLC, dba Saint Burch Tavern, 127
Iowa Ave.
11. Outdoor Service Area for Graduate Iowa City Lessee LLC, dba Graduate
Iowa City, 210 S. Dubuque St.
12. Outdoor Service Area for Brixco., LLC., dba Brix, 209 N. Linn St.
13. Class C Liquor License for GFP Inc., dba Wig & Pen Pizza Pub, 1220
Highway 6 W.
14. Outdoor Service Area for GFP Inc., dba Wig & Pen Pizza Pub, 1220
Highway 6 W.
15. Class E Liquor License for Walgreen Co., dba Walgreens #5077, 2214
Muscatine Ave.
16. Class E Liquor License for Iowa CVS Pharmacy, LLC, dba CVS/Pharmacy
#8547, 2425 Muscatine Ave.
6. Resolutions and Motions
6.a. Motion approving the appointment of Ellie Miglin as the City Council
Liaison and Keaton Zeimet as the Alternate City Council Liaison from the
Iowa Undergraduate Student Government (USG) to the City Council
until May 1, 2023.
6.b. Resolution approving an agreement with Summer of the Arts, Inc. to
allow the sale, consumption, and possession of beer and wine on City
streets during Arts Fest, Jazz Fest, and Soul Fest. (Resolution 22-108)
6.c. Resolution approving an agreement with Iowa City Downtown District
to allow for the consumption and possession of beer and wine on a
portion of the 200 block of N. Linn Street. (Resolution 22-109)
6.d. Resolution approving a Commercial Energy Efficiency Improvement
grant agreement by and between Lasansky Corporation and the City of
Iowa City. (Resolution 22-110)
May 3, 2022
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6.e. Resolution authorizing the procurement of trees and tree planting
services for the City of Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department.
(Resolution 22-111)
6.f. Resolution accepting the work for the sanitary sewer relocation at 1907
Keokuk Street, and declaring public improvements open for public
access and use. (Resolution 22-112)
6.g. Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the
City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Asphalt
Resurfacing 2022 Project. (Resolution 22-113)
6.h. Resolution amending Resolution Nos. 22-53 and 22-54 to correct
scrivener's errors. (Resolution 22-114)
6.i. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest the
FY23 28E Agreement between the City of Iowa City and Johnson
County for the Mobility Coordinator position. (Resolution 22-115)
7. Setting Public Hearings
7.a. Motion setting a public hearing for May 17 to consider an ordinance
amending Title 14, Zoning Code to allow private basic utility uses in P-1
zones, to standardize the public zone section, and to amend basic utility
approval criteria. (REZ22-0002)
7.b. Motion setting a public hearing for May 17, 2022 to consider an
amendment to Title 14, Zoning related to drinking establishments.
(REZ22-0007)
7.c. Resolution setting public hearing on amending the FY2022 Operating
Budget. (Resolution 22-116)
End of Consent Calendar •
The following individuals appeared: Brandon Ross (continued comments during item
8 - community comment). Mayor Pro Tem Alter regarding item 6.a congratulated and
thanked current and former USG liaisons. Councilor Weiner regarding item 6.d, noting
the grant agreement allowing for energy efficiency upgrades.
Motion to approve consent calendar, items 3 - 7. Moved by J. Weiner,
seconded by P. Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
8. Community Comment (items not on the agenda) [UNTIL 7 PM]
The following individuals appeared: Brandon Ross; Mazahir Salih - Executive Director
Center for Worker Justice, KaiIle Simmons - Community Organizer Center for Worker
Justice, Greg Hearns - Vice President Center for Worker Justice, Shel Stromquist -
Chair of Finance Committee Center for Worker Justice presented a power point; Noah
Petersen.
May 3, 2022
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Regular Formal Agenda
9. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction
of the 2022 Water Pavement Patching Project, establishing amount of bid
security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to post notice to bidders,
and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
A public hearing was held. Civil Engineer Van Dyke presented a power point.
Motion to approve Resolution 22-117. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by P. Taylor.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction
of the 2022 Rochester Avenue Reconstruction from Ralston Creek to N First
Avenue Project, establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid,
directing City Clerk to post notice to bidders, and fixing time and place for
receipt of bids.
A public hearing was held. Senior Engineer Harland presented a power point. The
following individual appeared: Noah Petersen. City Engineer Havel provided additional
information. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 22-118. Moved by J. Weiner, seconded by P. Taylor.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction
of the Eastwood Drive and South Lawn Drive Intersection Improvement
Project, establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing
City Clerk to post notice to bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
A public hearing was held. Senior Engineer Dumachi presented a power point. The
following individual appeared: Noah Petersen.
Motion to approve Resolution 22-119. Moved by J. Weiner, seconded by M. Alter.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
12. Resolution authorizing the filing of an application with the Iowa Department of
Transportation for FY2023 Iowa Department of Transportation State Transit
Assistance and Federal Transit Administration funding.
A public hearing was held. Transportation Director Nagle-Gamm presented information.
Motion to approve Resolution 22-120. Moved by P. Taylor, seconded by L. Bergus.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
13. Ordinance amending Title 3, entitled "Finance, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4,
entitled "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties,"
Article 5, entitled, "Solid Waste Disposal". (Second Consideration)
Motion to give second consideration. Moved by J. Weiner, seconded by S.
Harmsen. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
May 3, 2022
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14. Resolution directing sale of $10,255,000 (subject to adjustment per terms of
offering) General Obligation Bond, Series 2022.
Finance Director Davies introduced Maggie Burger from Speer Financial. Burger presented
information. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 22-121. Moved by L. Bergus, seconded by J.
Weiner. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
15. Resolution 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.
Motion to approve Resolution 22-122. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by L.
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
16. Announcement of Vacancies - New
Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional notices after the initial
announcement; but will continue to advertise vacancies on the City website and Council
agenda. More information may be found on the City website or in the City Clerk's office.
Senior Center Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
effective upon appointment - December 31, 2024 (Victoria "Susan"
Carroll resigned). Correspondence included in Council packet.
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, June 14, 2022.
Motion to accept correspondence from Victoria "Susan" Carroll. Moved by P.
Taylor, seconded by M. Alter. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
17. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional notices after the initial
announcement; but will continue to advertise vacancies on the City website and Council
agenda. More information may be found on the City website or in the City Clerk's office.
May 3, 2022
Civil Service Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, upon
appointment - April 7, 2025. (Melissa Jensen resigned).
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 31, 2022.
Airport Commission - Two vacancies to fill four-year terms, July 1, 2022 -
June 30, 2026. (Term expires for Judy Pfohl, Warren Bishop)
Historic Preservation Commission (At -Large) - One vacancy to fill a three-
year term, July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025. (Term expires for Jordan
Sellergren)
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May 3, 2022
Historic Preservation Commission (Brown St.) - One vacancy to fill a three-
year term, July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025. (Term expires for Sharon DeGraw)
Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St.) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025. (Formerly advertised as
unexpired term)
Historic Preservation Commission (Summit St.) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025. (Term expires for Cecile
Kuenzil)
Housing & Community Development - Three vacancies to fill three-year
terms, July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025. (Term expires for Peter Nkumu, Matt
Drabek, Maryann Dennis)
Library Board of Trustees - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, upon
appointment - June 30, 2027. (Daniel Keranen resigned)
Planning & Zoning Commission - One vacancy to fill a five-year term,
July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2027. (Term expires for Phoebe Martin)
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 10, 2022.
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025. (Formerly advertised)
Airport Zoning Commission (Iowa City Representative) - One vacancy to
fill a six-year term, January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2027. (Term expired
for Christine Ogren)
Board of Appeals (Building Design Professional) - One vacancy to fill a
five-year term, January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2026. (Term expired for
Scott McDonough)
Historic Preservation Commission (East College St) - One vacancy to fill
a three-year term, effective upon appointment - June 30, 2024. (Formerly
advertised)
Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St.) - One vacancy to fill
an unexpired term, effective upon appointment - June 30, 2022. (Lyndi
Kiple resigned)
Public Art Advisory Committee - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term.
Upon appointment - December 31, 2022. Art or Design Professional.
(Nancy Purington resigned)
Public Art Advisory Committee - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term.
Upon appointment - December 31, 2023. Art or Design Professional.
(Jan Finlayson Resigned)
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
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18. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming meetings,
community events, and items of interest.
19. Report on Items from City Staff
a. City Manager's Office — no updates
b. City Attorney — no updates
c. City Clerk — no updates
20. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 7:19 pm. Moved by P. Taylor, seconded by J. Weiner. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
Kellie K..,Fruehling,
Cit Clerk
May 3, 2022
e Teague, Mayor
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Item Number: 3.a.
May 3, 2022
AT TAC HM E NT S :
Description
Work Session Minutes: April 19
Date: April 27, 2022
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, April 19, 2022 – 4:39 p.m. at City Hall in Emma J Harvat Hall
Council: Alter, Bergus, Harmsen, Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Weiner
Staff: Fruin, Jones, Kilburg, Goers, Fruehling, DeLoach, Morris, Davies, Fleagle, Knoche,
Havel, Hightshoe
USG: Van Heukelom, Miglin
(A transcription is available in the City Clerk’s Office and the City website.)
Forest View Relocation Proposal
Assistant City Manager Kilburg presented an update and discussed eligibility of ARPA funds, self-
attestation forms and timeline of release of funds which are projected by end of May. Individual Council
members expressed their views.
Senior Center Masterplan
Senior Center Coordinator Latasha DeLoach presented information on the three phases for the Senior
Center Masterplan. Joshua Mo with OPN presented an overview of the masterplan and touched on the
following:
Study Timeline
Design process
Building timeline from 1904 – current
The Center Goals
Study Discoveries
Proposed kitchen plan
Proposed Level 3 “Lifelong learning” plan
Proposed Level 2 “Staff floor” plan
Proposed Level 1 “ Social floor” plan
Optional ground level “Wellness floor” plan
Energy & Carbon Reduction goals
Projected Project Costs
City Manager Fruin provided additional information. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Clarification of Agenda items
None
Information Packet Discussion [April 7, April 14]
April 7
1. (IP2: Letter from Mediacom: Mediacom’s participation in the Affordable Connectivity
Program (ACP)). Councilor Bergus highlighted program and Councilor Weiner
recommended to help spread word and have the information in multiple languages.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Council Work Session
April 19, 2022
Page 2
Action: Staff will consider the best way to promote the Federal Affordable Connection
Program to local residents. Communication should focus on all participating providers in
our area.
2. (IP3: Press Release: Volunteers are needed for Neighborhood Energy Blitz) Councilor
Harmsen mentioned this event is still seeking volunteers for Earth Day Climate Action
event. Individual Council members expressed their views.
April 14
1. (IP4: Pending City Council Work Session Topics) Councilor Weiner mentioned past
discussions regarding establishing a land acknowledgement and recommended having a
Land Acknowledgement by Indigenous Peoples Day on October 11. Individual Council
member expressed views.
Action: Council indicated an interest in scheduling a time to discuss land
acknowledgement in the upcoming work session. Mayor Teague, Mayor Pro Tem Alter
and the City Manager’s Office will consider the best opportunities.
University of Iowa Student Government (USG) Updates
Elizabeth Miglin, USG Alternate Liaison presented USG updates.
Council updates on assigned boards, commissions, and committees
Council members reported on various assigned boards, commissions, and committees.
Adjourn 5:30 p.m.
Item Number: 3.b.
May 3, 2022
AT TAC HM E NT S :
Description
Special Formal (Executive Session) S ummary of Minutes: April 19
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City
Clerk's Office 356-5040.
Summary of Minutes
April 19, 2022
Iowa City City Council special formal meeting, 4:00 p.m. held at City Hall — Emma J.
Harvat Hall, 410 E. Washington Street. Mayor Teague presiding. Council members
present: Alter, Bergus, Harmsen, Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Weiner. Absent: None. Staff
members present: Fruin, Jones, Kilburg, Goers, Fruehling. Unless otherwise noted, all
actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Taylor, seconded by Weiner, to adjourn to executive session to discuss
strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation is
imminent where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position
of the governmental body in that litigation. The Mayor declared the motion carried and
adjourned into executive session 4:01 p.m.
Council returned to open session 4:37 p.m.
Moved by Weiner, seconded by Thomas, to adjourn special meeting 4:39 p.m.
SimoutiL,
Bruce Teague, Mayor
C - WA.
Kellie K;,Fruehling,City Clerk ,
Item Number: 3.c.
May 3, 2022
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F ormal S ummary of Minutes: April 19
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Summary of Minutes
April 19, 2022 - 6:00 PM
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, held at City Hall - Emma J. Harvat Hall, 410 E.
Washington St. Mayor Teague presiding. Council members present: Alter, Bergus,
Harmsen, Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Weiner. Staff members present: Fruin, Jones, Kilburg,
Goers, Fruehling, Knoche, Havel, Clark, Yoder, Clow, Davies, Fleagle. USG: Miglin.
1. Call to Order
2. Proclamations
2.a. Arbor Day
City Manager Fruin provided information.
2.b. Housing Trust Fund Week
Housing Trust Fund of JC Executive Director, Ellen McCabe, accepting and
presented a power point.
Beginning of Consent Calendar(Items 3—8)
Consider adoption of the Consent Calendar as presented or amended
3. Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk)
3.a. Work Session Minutes: April 5
3.b. Special Formal (Executive Session) Summary of Minutes: April 5
3.c. Formal Summary of Minutes: April 5
4. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
4.a. Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission: March 17
4.b. Climate Action Commission: March 7
4.c. Community Police Review Board: March 8 [See Recommendation]
4.d. Housing & Community Development Commission: February 17 [See
Recommendation]
4.e. Human Rights Commission: February 22 [See Recommendation]
4.f. Public Art Advisory Committee: November 44.g. Public Art Advisory
Committee: January 6
4.h. Public Art Advisory Committee: February 3
5. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
5.a. Liquor License — Renewals
1. Class C Liquor License for Pop's "Old N' New" Bar-B-Que, LLC,
dba Pop's BBQ, 130 N. Dubuque St.
2. Outdoor Service Area for Pop's "Old N' New" Bar-B-Que, LLC, dba
Pop's BBQ, 130 N. Dubuque St.
3. Class C Liquor License for Elray Holdings, LLC, dba Elray's Live &
Dive, 211 Iowa Ave.
4. Class C Liquor License for Kennedy Investments Inc., dba Vine
Tavern & Eatery,330 E. Prentiss St.
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5. Class C Liquor License for Iowa Hickory LLC, dba Mosley's, 525 S.
Gilbert St.
6. Outdoor Service Area for Iowa Hickory LLC, dba Mosley's, 525 S.
Gilbert St.
7. Class E Liquor License for Twin City Iowa LLC, dba Iowa City BP,
2875 Commerce Dr.
8. Class C Beer Permit for ND Express, Inc., dba North Dodge
Amoco, 2153 ACT Circle.
9. Class E Liquor License for Wise Food LLC, dba City Liquor, 425 S.
Gilbert St.
10. Special Class C Liquor License for Kataphone, Chansy, dba Thai
Spice, 1210 S. Gilbert St.
11. Class C Liquor License for Column, Inc., dba Sports Column, 12 S.
Dubuque St.
5.b. Outdoor Service Area— New
1. Outdoor Service Area for Eckhardt Management, Inc., dba 2 Dogs
Pub, 1705 S. 1st Ave.
6. Resolutions and Motions
6.a. Motion to approve disbursements in the amount of $10,922,354.14 for the
period of February 1 through February 28, 2022, as recommended by the
Finance Director subject to audit. Disbursements are published and
permanently retained in the City Clerk's office in accordance with State
Code.
6.b. Resolution accepting the work for the 2021 Summer Sidewalk Repair
Project. (Resolution 22-95)
6.c. Resolution accepting the work for the City Park Ball Field Improvements
Project. (Resolution 22-96)
6.d. Resolution approving revised Letter of Agreement with Johnson County for
the combining of selected Iowa City precincts with selected Township
Precincts. (Resolution 22-97)
6.e. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a State and Local Fiscal Recovery
Fund (SLFRF) grant agreement with Johnson County to administer a Direct
Assistance program targeting Iowa City residents who experienced a
negative economic impact caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. (Resolution
22-98)
7. Setting Public Hearings
7.a. Resolution setting a public hearing on May 3, 2022 on project manual and
estimate of cost for the construction of the 2022 Water Pavement Patching
Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and directing
the City Engineer to place said project manual on file for public inspection.
(Resolution 22-99)
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7.b. Resolution setting a public hearing on May 3, 2022 on project manual
and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2022 Rochester Avenue
Reconstruction from Ralston Creek to N First Avenue Project, directing
City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and directing the City
Engineer to place said project manual on file for public inspection.
(Resolution 22-100)
7.c. Resolution setting a public hearing on May 3, 2022 on project manual and
estimate of cost for the construction of the Eastwood Drive and South Lawn
Drive Intersection Improvement Project, directing City Clerk to publish
notice of said hearing, and directing the City Engineer to place said project
manual on file for public inspection. (Resolution 22-101)
8. Correspondence
8.a. Competitive Quotation Memo
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve consent calendar, items 3 - 8. Moved by J. Weiner,
seconded by P. Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
9. Community Comment (items not on the agenda) [UNTIL 7 PM]
The following individuals appeared: Joe Reilly- Iowa City Downtown District, Noah
Petersen, Brandon Ryan - Owner of Tiki Tacos, Josh Immerfall - Owner of Donnelly's
Pub, Elizabeth Wagner and Deb Schoelerman.
10. Planning and Zoning Matters
10.a. Ordinance vacating approximately 3,000 square feet of public right-of-way
abutting 829 Kirkwood Avenue and authorizing conveyance to Ritu Jain
and Bradley J. Pouleson. (VAC21-0001) (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by J. Weiner, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) The following individual appeared: Noah
Petersen.
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 22-4878. Moved by P. Taylor, seconded by
J. Weiner. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Regular Formal Agenda
11. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction of
the Benton Street Rehabilitation Project [STP-U-3715(669)--70-52], establishing
amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to post notice
to bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
A public hearing was held. Melissa Clow, Special Project Admin presented a power
point. The following individual appeared: Noah Petersen. Individual Council
members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 22-102. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by M. Alter.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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12. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction of
the North Westminster Storm Sewer Improvements Project, establishing amount
of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to post notice to
bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
A public hearing was held. Ben Clark, Senior Engineer presented a power point.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 22-103. Moved by P. Taylor, seconded by L. Bergus.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
13. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction of
the Wetherby Park Sidewalk and Driveway Project, establishing amount of bid
security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to post notice to bidders, and
fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
A public hearing was held. Ethan Yoder, Civil Engineer presented a power point.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 22-104. Moved by J. Weiner, seconded by L.
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
14. Ordinance amending Title 3, entitled "Finance, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4,
entitled "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties," Article 5,
entitled, "Solid Waste Disposal".
A public hearing was held. Nicole Davies, Finance Director presented a power point.
Individual Council members expressed their views. City Manager Fruin provided
additional information.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by S. Harmsen, seconded by L. Bergus.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
17. Resolution approving the Forest View Relocation Plan
Rachel Kilburg, Assistant City Manager presented information. The following
individuals appeared: Margarita Baltazar (via interpreter, Gustavo), Mazahir Salih -
Executive Director Center for Worker Justice of Eastern Iowa, Margarita Rodriguez,
and Charlie Eastham. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 22-105. Moved by J. Weiner, seconded by P. Taylor.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from David Sterling, Daniel Daly, Kent
Ferris, and Loxi Hopkins. Moved by P. Taylor, seconded by J. Weiner. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
15. Resolution Directing the Advertisement For Sale Of $10,255,000* (Dollar amount
Subject To Change) General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022, And Approving
Electronic Bidding Procedures And Distribution Of Preliminary Official Statement
Nicole Davies, Finance Director presented information. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
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Motion to approve Resolution 22-106. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by M. Alter.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
16. Resolution Adopting the Social Justice and Racial Equity Grant Allocations for
Fiscal Year 2022.
Jason Glass, Human Rights Commission Chair presented information. Individual Council
members expressed their views. City Manager Fruin provided additional information.
Motion to approve Resolution 22-107. Moved by L. Bergus, seconded by M. Alter.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
18. Council Appointments
18.a. Housing & Community Development Commission - One vacancy to fill
an unexpired term, effective upon appointment - June 30, 2023.
(Theresa Lewis resigned) [Appointment deferred from 1/04/22 and
2/15/22]
Motion to appoint Elizabeth Mirilla-Kapp.
18.b. Housing and Community Development Commission — One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term, effective upon appointment - June 30, 2024. (Megan Alter
resigned) [Appointment deferred from 2/15/22]
Motion to appoint Karol Krotz.
Individual Council members expressed their views. City Clerk Fruehling provided
additional information.
Moved by J. Weiner, seconded by L. Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
19. Announcement of Vacancies - New
Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional notices after the initial
announcement: but will continue to advertise vacancies on the City website and
Council agenda. More information may be found on the City website or in the City
Clerk's office.
Civil Service Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, upon
appointment - April 7, 2025. (Melissa Jensen resigned). Correspondence
included in Council packet.
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 31, 2022.
Motion to accept correspondence from Melissa Jensen. Moved by P.
Taylor, seconded by L. Bergus. Motion . (7 Ayes)
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20. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional notices after the initial
announcement; but will continue to advertise vacancies on the City website and
Council agenda. More information may be found on the City website or in the City
Clerk's office.
Airport Commission - Two vacancies to fill four-year terms, July 1, 2022 -
June 30, 2026. (Term expires for Judy Pfohl, Warren Bishop)
Historic Preservation Commission (At-Large) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025. (Term expires for Jordan
Sellergren)
Historic Preservation Commission (Brown St.) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025. (Term expires for Sharon
DeGraw)
Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St.) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025. (Formerly advertised as
unexpired term)
Historic Preservation Commission (Summit St.) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025. (Term expires for Cecile
Kuenzil)
Housing & Community Development - Three vacancies to fill three-year
terms, July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025. (Term expires for Peter Nkumu, Matt
Drabek, Maryann Dennis)
Library Board of Trustees - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, upon
appointment - June 30, 2027 (Daniel Keranen resigned).
Planning & Zoning Commission - One vacancy to fill a five-year term,
July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2027. (Term expires for Phoebe Martin).
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m.. Tuesday. May 10, 2022.
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025. (Formerly advertised)
Airport Zoning Commission (Iowa City Representative) - One vacancy
to fill a six-year term, January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2027. (Term
expired for Christine Ogren)
Board of Appeals (Building Design Professional) - One vacancy to fill a
five-year term, January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2026. (Term expired for
Scott McDonough)
Historic Preservation Commission (East College St) - One vacancy
to fill a three-year term, effective upon appointment -June 30, 2024.
(Formerly advertised)
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Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St.) - One vacancy to fill
an unexpired term, effective upon appointment - June 30, 2022. (Lyndi
Kiple resigned)
Public Art Advisory Committee - One vacancy to fill an unexpired
term. Upon appointment - December 31, 2022. Art or Design
Professional. (Nancy Purington resigned)
Public Art Advisory Committee - One vacancy to fill an unexpired
term. Upon appointment - December 31, 2023. Art or Design
Professional. (Jan Finlayson Resigned)
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
21. Community Comment [IF NECESSARY] (ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA)
22. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming
meetings, community events, and items of interest.
23. Report on Items from City Staff
a. City Manager
b. Deputy City Manager
c. City Attorney
d. City Clerk
24. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 7:49pm. Moved by P. Taylor, seconded by J. Weiner.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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Teague, Mayor
Kellie K. Fruehling, Cit Clerk
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