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City Council Information Packet
CITY OF IOwA CITY April 13, 2023
Council Tentative Meeting Schedule
IP1. Council Tentative Meeting Schedule
April 17 Joint Entities Meeting
IP2. Joint Entities Agenda Packet
April 18 Work Session
IP3. Work Session Agenda
IP4. Pending City Council Work Session Topics
Miscellaneous
IPS. Memo from Associate Planner: Iowa City Residential Development in 2022
IP6. Memo from Senior Center Coordinator: Senior Center Location
Draft Minutes
IP7. Human Rights Commission: March 28
April 13, 2023 City of Iowa City
Item Number: IP1.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
April 13, 2023
Council Tentative Meeting Schedule
Attachments: Council Tentative Meeting Schedule
City Council Tentative Meeting Schedule
Subject to change
CITY IOWA CITY April 13,2023
Date Time Meeting Location
Monday,April 17,2023 4:30 PM Joint Entities Meeting Courtyard by Marriott
Hosted by City of University Heights Kinnick&Carver Rooms
901 Melrose Ave, 1st Floor
Tuesday,April 18,2023 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall
4:00 PM Special Formal 410 E.Washington Street
6:00 PM Formal Meeting
Tuesday, May 2,2023 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E.Washington Street
Tuesday, May 16,2023 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E.Washington Street
Tuesday,June 6,2023 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E.Washington Street
Tuesday,June 20,2023 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E.Washington Street
Tuesday,July 11,2023 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E.Washington Street
Monday,July 17,2023 4:30 PM Joint Entities Meeting TBD
Hosted by Johnson County
Tuesday,August 1,2023 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E.Washington Street
Tuesday,August 15,2023 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E.Washington Street
Tuesday,September 5,2023 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E.Washington Street
Tuesday,September 19,2023 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E.Washington Street
Tuesday,October 3,2023 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E.Washington Street
Monday,October 16,2023 4:30 PM Joint Entities Meeting TBD
Hosted by Iowa City Community Sch Dist
Tuesday,October 17,2023 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E.Washington Street
Monday, November 6,2023 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E.Washington Street
Tuesday, November 21,2023 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E.Washington Street
Tuesday, December 12,2023 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E.Washington Street
Item Number: IP2.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
April 13, 2023
Joint Entities Agenda Packet
Attachments: Joint Entities Agenda Packet
Joint Entities Meeting
Johnson County Board of Supervisors, City of Iowa City, City of Coralville, City of North Liberty,
City of Tiffin, City of Hills, City of University Heights, Iowa City Community School District, Clear
Creek Amana School District, University of Iowa
Monday, April 17, 2023
Meeting Location: Kinnick&Carver Rooms, 1't floor Courtyard by Marriott University Heights,
901 Melrose Ave.
Meeting Time: 4:30 p.m.
AGENDA
1. Call to order
2. Welcome and Introductions
3. Discussion/update of the following:
• Discussion and presentation of the public health emergency unwind, the impact, and
what communities can do. The presenter will be Kim Stupica-Dobbs, Region 7
Administrator, Centers for Medicare& Medicaid Services, Kansas City, MO. (Johnson
County Public Health)
• Update on the Bus Rapid Transit RFP for the CRANDIC Corridor (City of Iowa City)
• Invitation for an upcoming meeting to create an intergovernmental task force that
addresses manufactured housing in Johnson County (V Fixmer-Oraiz, Supervisor, and
Andrew Dunn, Councilor, City of Iowa City)
4.Adjournment
Entity in parenthesis requested the item be placed on the agenda.
JoCo Manuractured
Home Park Taskforce
Round Table
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10 May 2023
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Coralville Public Library
Meeting Room A
Please join us for a round table discussion with Johnson
County leaders, municipal electeds, resident leaders,
and entity staff. The focus of the round table will be
exploring the possibilities and responsibilities of an
intergovernmental task force to assess existing
manufactured home parks in Johnson County and their
compliance with state and local regulations relating to
health and safety.
Direct questions or agenda item ,
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requests to County Supervisor V i_ . •+ L
Fixmer-Oraiz and Iowa City Councilor
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Item Number: IP3.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
April 13, 2023
Work Session Agenda
Attachments: Work Session Agenda
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the
City Clerk's Office 356-5041
If you will need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this
program/event, please contact Kellie Fruehling at 319-356-5041, kellie-
fruehling@iowa-city.org. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient
time to meet your access needs.
Iowa City
City Council - Work Session Agenda r
Work Session �. t
April 18, 2023 - 4:00 PM
Emma I Harvat Hall CITY OF IOWA CITY
410 E. Washington Street
www.icgov.org
City of Iowa City Land Acknowledgment can be found at:
icgov.org/landacknowledgement
Meeting Rules can be found at: icgov.orgtmeetingrules
You can watch the meeting on cable channel 4 (118.2 QAM) in Iowa City, University
Heights and Coralville, or you can watch it online at any of the following websites:
• https:ttcitVchannel4.com/live
• https:llwww.youtube.com/user/citychannel4liive
• https:l/facebook.com/CitvoflowaCity
1. Consultation with Planning & Zoning Commission regarding JJR Davis Second
Addition and JJR Davis Fourth Addition rezoning.
(Recess work session to Special Formal Executive Session - separate agenda posted)
2. Clarification of Agenda Items
3. Information Packet Discussion [April 6, April 13]
4. University of Iowa Student Government (USG) Updates
5. Council updates on assigned boards, commissions, and committees
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Item Number: IP4.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
April 13, 2023
Pending City Council Work Session Topics
Attachments: Pending City Council Work Session Topics
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
UNESCO CITY OF LITERATURE
PENDING CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION TOPICS
April 13, 2023
FY23-24 Strategic Plan Action Item Topics Requiring.Council Discussion:
• Explore legal steps to discourage or prevent bad faith and predatory property investors
• Initiate a Comprehensive Plan update and subsequent Zoning Code review to more broadly incorporate form-based
principles with emphasis on growth areas first and infill areas next,expanded missing middle housing allowances,
minimum density requirements, and streamlined approval processes(Suggested Joint Meeting with Planning and Zoning
Commission)
• Advance prioritized recommendations in the 2022 Affordable Housing Action Plan.Work with partners to undertake
significant-scale affordable housing efforts
• Fully evaluate the feasibility and funding sources needed for a zero-fare transit system
• Develop a vision statement for a singular regional transit system with metro Johnson County entities and obtain initial
commitments to study a regional system from each entity's elected officials
• Explore opportunities to utilize the CRANDIC right-of-way for passenger rail, bus rapid transit,or pedestrian usage
• Evaluate with the State of Iowa reverting Dodge and Governor to 2-way streets
• Utilizing American Rescue Act Funds, execute on agreeable recommendations in the Inclusive Economic Development
Plan with a particular focus on actions that build long-term support and wealth-building opportunities for systemically
marginalized populations
• Work collaboratively with Johnson County and other stakeholders to launch a community violence intervention effort in
close cooperation with local law enforcement
Other Tonics:
• Quarterly American Rescue Plan Act(ARPA-SLRF)update
• Consider a strategic plan decision-making framework
• Lead private water service line replacement presentation
• Develop strategies to address equity gaps noted in the Parks Master Plan and plan for the equitable distribution of
destination parks within an easy and safe distance of all residents.
• Review of the 2020 Preliminary Plan to Accelerate Community Policing
Note: Some items on the Pending List may require staff research and information gathering prior to scheduling;
Item Number: IP5.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
April 13, 2023
Memo from Associate Planner: Iowa City Residential Development in 2022
Attachments: Memo from Associate Planner: Iowa City Residential Development in 2022
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MEMORANDUM
Date: March 15, 2023
To: Geoff Fruin, City Manager
From: Kirk Lehmann, Associate Planner
Re: Iowa City Residential Development in 2022
Introduction:
Every year, the City of Iowa City analyzes residential subdivision and building permit data to track
development patterns and to compare recent and long-term trends. The goal is to provide
accurate information that can be used during land use and planning decision-making processes,
and to provide a discussion on implications for future growth. Key takeaways in 2022 include:
- 2022 continued the trend of low levels of residential lot creation from the past few years.
- The number of dwellings units permitted increased slightly from 2021, but the City is still
seeing fewer units permitted than before the pandemic.
- Permit activity continues to outpace the creation of new lots, which diminishes the supply.
- If residential growth continues its recent pace, the City will only be able to accommodate
less than 6,300 new residents by 2030, compared to a projected demand of 10,240.
- While redevelopment can provide some additional housing, the City is still on track to
experience unmet demand and deplete its supply of all vacant lots.
Where housing demand remains unmet, the City may see impacts to its population growth and
the growth of surrounding communities, which has implications on the City's sustainability and
housing affordability goals. One of the fundamental aspects of planning is being able to
accommodate new growth. Staff believes it is important to continue encouraging residential
development in areas with access to City services, as well as in the City's planned growth areas.
Background:
Residential development is the process by which land is prepared for new dwellings, either as
new construction on vacant land or redevelopment on land that was previously developed. It
includes a series of steps with each step provides more clarity to the size, type, and appearance
of the development. However, it is the final two steps of the land development process that provide
the best understanding of how many new dwelling units are expected in the next few years:
- Final Plats:A subdivision permanently delineating the location and dimensions of features
such as lots, streets, easements, and other elements pertinent to the transfer of property.
- Building Permits: The final administrative approval of building plans to allow construction.
In general, the City distinguishes between three types of development. Single-family development
includes one principal dwelling unit on a lot, which may be detached or attached to adjacent units
(such as townhomes) and which may include accessory dwelling units. Duplex development
includes two principal units on a single lot. Multi-family development includes three or more
principal dwelling units on a single lot, which may include apartments or condominiums. In
buildings with a mix of residential and non-residential uses, all dwellings are considered multi-
family.
March 15, 2023
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Analysis:
This section reviews short-term and long-term trends on the approval of final plats, the issuance
of building permits, and the number of vacant lots. This is used to estimate how long the supply
of lots will last given recent development activity.
Final Plat Activity
In 2022, City Council approved two final plats with residential components: Sandhill Estates Part
5 in the south and Hickory Trail Estates in the northeast. While they encompass 57.63 acres, only
18.65 will be developed with 38.98 acres dedicated as parkland. In total, these subdivisions
created lots that can accommodate 18 single-family units and an assisted living use with an
estimated 140 beds (which are counted as dwelling units in Figure 1). Both properties were zoned
Low Density Single-Family Residential with a Planned Development Overlay (OPD/RS-5).
In 2022, the residential lots platted will accommodate the lowest number of single-family dwelling
units since at least 1990 with the exception of 2010 (long-term trends are in Attachment 1). This
is somewhat offset by the multi-family lot with a proposed 140-bed assisted living facility. While
beds typically do not count as dwelling units, they do help accommodate some residential growth.
Overall, the number of lots produced were below the average lots platted from 2012 to 2021,
which would have accommodated an average of 128 single-family, 7 duplex, and 136 multi-family
units annually. Figure 1 shows residential lots subdivided by type from 2012 to 2022.
Figure 1:Residential Lots Subdivided by Housing Type(in Anticipated Dwelling Units), 2012-2022
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■Single Family 111 154 254 259 169 31 105 79 56 65 18
Over the previous 30 years, enough lots were created to accommodate an average of 133 single-
family units, 11 duplex units, and 123 multi-family units each year. This indicates that the
production of single-family and duplex lots has somewhat decreased over time, while the
production of lots accommodating multi-family units has increased. However, lot creation tends
to occur in cycles lasting about 10 years with a recent peak in 2015. The City appears to be near
the low point of its development cycle, though staff had hoped to see a larger rebound in
development trends after last year. If past trends hold, development may increase over the next
few years to peak around 2026. Several final plat applications are currently under review this year,
which should help numbers in 2023.
March 15, 2023
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Building Permit Activity
With regards to building activity, the City issued permits for approximately 363 dwelling units in
2022. Figure 2 shows residential building permits issued by type from 2012 to 2022. Trends for
building permits include the following:
- Single-Family: The number of single-family building permits sunk to 95 units from a brief
uptick during 2021 and is now well below the 10-year (138) and 30-year (145) averages.
Since 1990, 358 more single-family building permits were issued compared to lots created,
which has decreased the supply of vacant single-family lots overtime.
- Duplex: Only 2 duplex units were permitted in 2022, which is lower than the 10- and 30-
year annual averages of 10 and 22 respectively. However, relatively few duplexes are
permitted annually, which causes greater variation in numbers. Prior to the 2005 zoning
code update, duplexes were about twice as common. The supply of duplex lots also
decreased over time with 166 more duplexes permitted than lots created since 1990.
- Multi-Family: Permits for multi-family units increased to 266 units in 2022, but the number
is still slightly below both the 10-year average (386) and 30-year average (274). Of the
units permitted this year, 249 are due to a single building in the Riverfront Crossings
District. Notably, no multi-family units were in mixed use buildings this year.
Figure 2: Residential Building Permits Issued by Housing Type (in Dwelling Units), 2012-2022
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■Multi-Family 140 488 218 499 556 203 163 417 49 155 266
■Duplex 16 8 14 6 12 8 10 8 8 6 2
■Single Family 143 171 176 137 172 157 109 80 97 133 95
Attachment 2 shows long-term trends in building permit activity. Similar to platting patterns, single-
family and duplex building permits occur in cycles, but they have trended downward the past 30
years. However, multi-family construction has increased over time, especially following the
adoption of the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan in 2012. This has led to
redevelopment in the Riverfront Crossings District, which is reflected in the recent peak in multi-
family activity that culminated in nearly 900 multi-family units permitted in 2016 alone. As a result,
the total number of units permitted has trended upward over the past 30 years.
March 15, 2023
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Development Potential
In general, the number of new building permits exceeded the creation of new lots for all
development types since at least 1990. Because multi-family development often occurs on infill
sites, it is less dependent on the creation of new lots compared to single-family and duplex
development. Figure 3 notes the number of vacant lots in Iowa City, the number of dwelling units
they can accommodate, and whether they still require infrastructure for a building permit to be
issued. This year's memo provides a more complete understanding than last year's because it
includes all vacant lots in Iowa City rather than just those in subdivisions platted since 1990.
Fi ure 3: Number of Vacant Lots by Type of Dwelling and Provision of Infrastructure
Dwelling Infrastructure Requiredl RequiredInfrastructure Provided Total
Type Lots I Units I Lots I Units I Lots Units
Sin Ie-Famil 124 124 270 270 394 394
Duplex 0 1 0 1 12 124 1 12 24
Multi-Family 4 1 56 1 16 1709 120 765
At the end of 2022, the City had approximately 394 vacant single-family lots, of which 270 are
currently served by infrastructure. The City also contained 12 vacant duplex lots with infrastructure
provided. With regards to lots that still require infrastructure to be built, the City anticipates 18
single-family lots will become buildable next year in Sandhill Estates Pt. 5 which was recently
platted. The other 106 single-family lots that still require infrastructure are from older subdivisions
that are not likely to be built out anytime soon. Note that residential lots owned by adjacent
property owners and used as a single lot are excluded from these numbers because they are
unlikely to develop. Most vacant single-family lots available for development are in the Northeast,
South, or Southeast Planning Districts.
Multi-family development depends less on new lot creation because many new units are part of
redevelopment projects on existing lots. At the end of 2022, the City had around 20 vacant multi-
family lots, of which 16 had infrastructure provided. 14 of these lots are on greenfield sites and
are expected to accommodate at least 483 dwelling units (including the assisted living facility with
140 beds). The other 2 lots are on infill sites and concepts show them accommodating at least
226 units. The 4 multi-family lots that do not yet have infrastructure constructed are expected to
accommodate at least another 56 dwellings units.Vacant developable multi-family lots are spread
throughout the City, including the North (52 units), Northeast (70 units + 140 beds), Southeast
(75 units), South (36 units), Northwest (110 units), and Central/Downtown (226 units) Planning
Districts. Undevelopable lots are currently located exclusively in the South District. There is also
some capacity for additional units on partially developed lots that are not included.
Based on development trends from 2012 through 2021, the supply of vacant lots with
infrastructure would last as follows:
- 2.0 years for single-family units (down from 2.7 in 2021),
- 2.4 years for duplex units (down from 3.7 om 2021)
- 1.8 years for multi-family units (up from 1.7)—note redevelopment extends this timeframe.
Because this analysis is more complete than that conducted last year, the decrease in the supply
of vacant single-family and duplex lots points to an even larger deficit than previously understood.
March 15, 2023
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Discussion:
The year 2022 marks one of the lowest levels of residential lot creation in at least 30 years,
especially as it relates to single-family lots. It also reflects broader trends such as building permit
activity outpacing the creation of new lots. This has resulted in a diminishing lot supply which is
not meeting the demand. Ripple effects include increased competition for a limited supply of
residential lots, which can increase lot prices. Despite this,the number of dwelling units developed
has increased over the past 30 years, primarily due to multi-family redevelopment which does not
depend as heavily on the creation of new lots.
Looking forward, the Metropolitan Planning Organization of Johnson County (MPO) projects a
demand for 10,240 new residents in Iowa City by 2030. However, if recent trends continue through
2030, the City would only be able to accommodate new population as follows:
- 2,626 new residents based on the development of all vacant residential lots
(in 394 single-family units, 24 duplex units, and 765 multi-family units); or
- 3,189 new residents based on average annual residential lot creation trends from 2020
through 2022 (in 463 single-family units, 40 duplex units, and 933 multi-family units); or
- 6,297 new residents based on average annual building permit trends from 2020 through
2022 (in 1,083 single-family, 53 duplex, and 1,700 multi-family dwelling units)
Based on the most optimistic scenario, the City stills need to develop and build out all currently
platted vacant lots, and add lots accommodating an additional 689 single-family, 30 duplex, and
935 multi-family dwelling units over the next 7 years. This would still only accommodate 61% of
the projected demand for new housing and would leave the City with no available lots for the next
decade. To meet the full demand projected by the MPO, the City would need to construct
approximately 3,430 dwelling units, on top of developing all existing vacant lots. Staff anticipates
the completion of several final plat and redevelopment applications this year which will help next
year's outlook. However, these trends continue to highlight a significant deficit.
If Iowa City cannot meet its demand for housing, it may see slower population growth along with
other repercussions. First, excess demand may locate in nearby cities, such as Tiffin or North
Liberty, which have seen a proliferation of new residential lots. This can create negative
environmental impacts as homes shift further from employment centers and car dependence and
traffic congestion increases. Other impacts include rising housing prices - when supply cannot
meet the demand for housing, Iowa City becomes less affordable. Regardless of the cost when
built, new homes are needed to help the City meet its demand for housing to achieve affordability.
Accommodating new residential growth is a fundamental aspect of planning for the future of Iowa
City. Staff believes it is important to continue to encourage residential growth in areas that have
access to City services, such as in infill locations, as well as in the City's designated growth areas
which are anticipated to become part of the City in the future.
Attachments:
1. Residential Lots Subdivided by Housing Type (in Anticipated Dwelling Units), 1990-2022
2. Residential Building Permits Issued by Housing Type (in Dwelling Units), 1990-2022
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Item Number: IP6.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
April 13, 2023
Memo from Senior Center Coordinator: Senior Center Location
Attachments: Memo from Senior Center Coordinator: Senior Center Location
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� � MEMORANDUM
Date: March 30, 2023
To: Geoff Fruin, City Manager
From: LaTasha DeLoach, Senior Center Coordinator
Re: Senior Center Location
At the April 19, 2022, Council meeting, Mayor Bruce Teague and other Council members
inquired about the desire of Iowa City Senior Center Members,participants and community
members to explore the options of either maintaining the current location at 28 S. Linn St. or
considering moving to a new facility in another building location. This inquiry carne after a
presentation of the Senior Center Facility Master Plan by OPN Architects firm, which showed
the potential cost of the two phases (interior, exterior)would exceed$12 million over time with
inflation.
The Iowa City Senior Center worked together with the University of Iowa Public Policy Center
to develop a survey and five public input sessions to determine the desired location, whether to
continue usage of the old Post Office as a Senior Center or to look at a new building location.
The survey also looked at programming needs and barriers to utilizing the current building
location.
After gathering nearly 1,000 responses, we concluded that 73%of respondents supported staying
in the current location. Senior Center staff reviewed all of the data and comments from the public
and set up a presentation to the Senior Center Commission. The University of Iowa Public Policy
Center presented the results of the survey and public comment sessions to the Commission on
March 17, 2023. After the presentation, the Commission requested a letter be sent to City
Council to share the results with elected members.
Attached to this memo is the Executive Summary of the location inquiry.
Staff will continue to move forward with implementation of the Senior Center Facility Master
Plan at the current location of 28 S. Linn St. unless the City Council directs otherwise.
Executive Summary: ICSC Investment Survey 2023
The purpose of the survey was t)to involve community members as stakeholders to help inform
decision making and z)to better understand respondents' opinions about the ICSC's location.
respondents73% of survey
"The Senior Center should stay downtown. It's centralized location is convenient for all. It brings diversity,
vitality, and economic success to downtown,making Iowa City a great place to retire."
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engaged in the future of inclusive demographic data was collected to inform
the ICSC. targeted programs and outreach.
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rated the Center's groups. Extending building access hours could increase
close proximity to engagement from groups which are historically less engaged,
downtown Iowa City including community members who are Non-white, Male,
amenities as valuable. LCBQA, $50K+, Employed, and less than 6o.
3Key Finding "Downtown is central...Many years ago when 1 was taking a class at the
R—espondents reported University,a professor had guests from the Senior Center come to the class.
positive experiences with the Also, I have used Tech support that the University students help with. I think the
Center's history, diversity, and downtown location could increase the multi-age aspect,and having close to the
easy access to nearby amenities. University could increase multi-age collaboration and learning."
"The current building is attractive architecturally and historically. It has multiple rooms
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Item Number: IP7.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
April 13, 2023
Human Rights Commission: March 28
Attachments: Human Rights Commission: March 28
Draft Minutes
Human Rights Commission
March 28,2023
Emma Harvat Hall
Commissioners present: Bijou Maliabo,Sylvia Jons, Roger Lusala, Ahmed Ismail, Doug Kollasch (via Zoom),
Suyun Channon.
Commissioners absent: Badri Kuku,Jahnavi Pandya, Kelsey Paul Shantz.
Staff present:Stefanie Bowers, Kevin Bailey.
Meeting called to order: 5:40 PM.
Native American Land Acknowledgement:Jons read the Land Acknowledgement.
Public comment of items not on the agenda:Omega Danso invited the commission to support and attend
the Coralville Asian Fest being held on May 13 starting at noon at St. Morrison Park in Coralville. Master Kai
Bei,of the Ultramood Buddhist Association reported they are a 5010 and would like financial assistance
from the commission.The owner of Healing Garden Massage would also like financial support from the
commission.
Approval of meeting minutes of February 28,2023: Ismail moved, and ions seconded. Motion passed 6-0.
Outreach and Engagement Police Department: Sergeant Kevin Bailey gave a summary of the Iowa City
Police Department's outreach and engagement work done in the last 30 days. Bailey listed the Peanut
Butter and Jelly donation drive, a visit from Caring Hands and More, a Tyson event in Columbus Junction
where he and translators answered community questions, a career event at West High School, the
upcoming graduation of the Citizens' Police Academy, preparation for the upcoming Safety Village
program, and preparation for upcoming Iowa City Pride events. Bailey answered that there were between
15 and 18 participants in response to Lusala's query about the number of participants in the Citizens'
Police Academy.Jons praised the police department's outreach work in Columbus Junction and asked
about expanding the program. Maliabo praised the deparmart's community outreach work. Maliabo asked
if the police ask a person their race during a traffic stop and Officer Bailey explained that the officers
attempt to determine race on their own.
Racial Equity and Social Justice Grant: Iowa City Area Chinese Association's quarterly report was discussed
with commission members praising the Association's event.The commission reviewed the Center for
Worker Justice's(CW1) quarterly report.Jons and Lusala encouraged the CWJ to host events in the newly
finished center.
Commission Committees:
Building Bridges Maliabo mentioned being unable to meet as a group. Maliabo visited a local temple and
encouraged the leaders to sit in on the commission's meeting.
Reciprocal Relationships Lusala expressed difficulty coordinating schedules to meet.Jons mentioned the
committee working on identifying key programmatic dates as well as planning an orientation and award
ceremony for Racial Equity and Social Justice Grant recipients. Channon mentioned the possibility of co-
hosting an event with the local Chinese community.
Breaking Bread Ismail mentioned being unable to meet as a committee.The committee is expected to
meet in the next week.
Staff Announcements Bowers encouraged the commission to sign up for the Office's list serve to stay
updated on events.She encouraged the commission to attend upcoming human rights events including a
showing of the film "The Boys of Baraka", a training on "Repurposing Privilege', and a screening of the film
"A Matter of Place" in support of Fair Housing,
Commissioner Announcements Jons expressed excitement for upcoming subcommittee business and
building relationships with grant recipients. Maliabo expressed excitement after speaking with Department
of Human Rights of the Congo ministers. Maliabo asked if it would be possible for ministers to sit in on
meetings. Maliabo asked for support in response to a recent Congolese fatal car accident. Lusala
mentioned attending a discussion in Congo with the Rotary of Kinchasa. Lusala asked for support for the
Congo. Channon mentioned working on affinity graduation for the University of Iowa's international
students.
Adjourned: 6:21 PM.
The meeting can be viewed at httos://citychannel4.com/video.html?series=Local%20Government.
Human Rights Commission
ATTENDANCE RECORD
YEAR 2023
(Meeting Date)
TERM 1124 2/28 3128 4125 5/23 6(27 7/25 8122 9/26 101
NAME EXP.
Roger Lusala 2023 P P P
Bijou Maliabo 2023 P P P
Kelsey Paul Shantz 2023 P P A
JahnaviPandya 2024 P P A
Sylvia Jons 2024 P A P
Doug Kollasch 2024 P P P
Suyun Channon 2025 P P P
Ahmed Ismail 2025 P P P
Badri Kuku 2025 P A A
KEY: P = Present
A =Absent
R=Resigned