HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-02-20 Bd Comm minutesItem Number: 5.a.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
February 20, 2024
Airport Commission: December 14
Attachments: Airport Commission: December 14
MINUTES
IOWA CITYAIRPORT COMMISSION
December 14, 2023 — 6:00 P.M.
AIRPORT TERMINAL BUILDING
FINAL
Members Present:
Judy Pfohl, Chris Lawrence, Hellecktra Orozco, Warren Bishop, Ryan
Story
Members Absent:
Staff Present:
Michael Tharp, Jennifer Schwickerath,
Others Present:
Carl Byers (via zoom), Minnetta Gardinier
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL:
DETERMINE QUORUM
A quorum was determined at 6:01 pm and Orozco called the meeting to order.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Lawrence moved to accept the minutes of November 15, 2023, seconded by Pfohl. Motion
carried 5-0
PUBLIC COMMENT - None
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION / ACTION
a. Unhoused encampments (Stevens Drive/Sturgis Ferry) — Tharp stated they had
filed the eviction notices and that a court hearing was scheduled for Monday. Tharp
noted that the last count had around 5 people remaining in the area. Orozco asked
about the cleanup schedule to which Schwickerath responded.
b, Airport Construction Projects:
I. FAA grant projects
1. Runway 25 Threshold Relocation — Tharp stated they were
working on some final paperwork and were not ready to accept it as
complete. Lawrence asked about the lighting, and Tharp noted that
all lights associated with the project were installed.
a. Consider a resolution accepting project as complete
deferred to next meeting
2. Runway 12130 Displaced Threshold/Relocation — Tharp stated
this was waiting for the new year.
3. Terminal Area Study — Tharp noted they were finishing the
revisions after the FAA review of the study draft.
4. Solar Power Project — Tharp stated that they.were working on the
scope of services agreement with GMT and that they had 2 options
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for moving forward. One would have bids opening in May and other
could speed up the process with a special meeting in February.
Tharp stated that this would be a short meeting to set a public
hearing for the next regular meeting in March. Members discussed
the scheduling and chose by consensus to use the accelerated
schedule.
5. FAA FY24 AIP Pre -Application- Tharp stated that they had
submitted the draft to the FAA and the only comments they received
were regarding the terminal building program and if the grant didn't
come through they'd need to slide the project. Gardinier asked
about the plans to replace the terminal building to which members
responded. Gardinier asked if another location for the terminal had
been considered. Tharp stated the plan called for the demolition of
the existing building to be replaced by something in approximately
the same area. Byers noted that if they got the money for the
planning grant, then some of the subjects that were discussed could
be further reviewed. Tharp stated that if the Commission agreed
with the plan, he would submit it. Members agreed to submit the
application by consensus.
it. Iowa DOT grant projects
1. FY23 Program
a. Terminal Building Improvements —Tharp stated they were
waiting for the contractor to get their supplies.
iii. Airport/Locally Funded Projects — none
iv. Future Projects — none
c. Airport "Operations"
L Budget —Tharp stated that they had received the checkfrom the Community
Foundation to pay for the art mural project. Tharp noted that this had brought
their fund balance back into the positive. Tharp stated they still need a
couple of good years with major surpluses to bring the fund balance up to a
Comfortable level.
ii. Management —
1. OPL Request for fencing installation —Tharp stated they received
a request from OPL for some additional fencing around their facility.
Tharp stated that request wouldn't impact the solar project or other
activities at the airport. Tharp stated that if they were amenable to
to the plan, he would create a contract amendment for the
Commission to formally approve. Commission agreed to consider
a resolution at the next meeting.
2. Strategic Plan End of Year Review —Tharp stated that for the plan
having only been out there for 6 months, they've already done some
pretty good things. Tharp stated that as far as community events,
they hosted Summer of the Arts Movie Night, the Climate Fast
movie, and had an open house for the art mural. Tharp stated that
he had an invitation to talk with a university coffee club about the
airport. Tharp then discussed the 2nd goal from the plan and stated
that they had constructed the south taxilane extension for future
hangars. The 31d goal is Continue to develop funding mechanisms
for airport operations, improvements, and maintenance. Tharp
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noted that they recently updated the fuel flowage fees, and had the
successful fundraising campaign for the art mural. Tharp noted the
solar power project intended to reduce the airport's utility costs.
Tharp stated the final goal was to `sustain strong communication
and collaboration with the City Council, City Administration, and
other City Departments'. Tharp noted they had presented the
strategic plan to Council. The Public Art Advisory Committee had
helped with the art mural project. Tharp also noted that Streets and
Public Works were very involved in helping with the encampment
cleanups. Lawrence stated his desire was for the Commission to
fulfill the goal of attending Council meetings. Gardinier asked about
a trail along Riverside drive and members discussed things they've
done trying to advocate for the trail.
3. T-Hangar Improvements —Tharp stated he wanted to follow up on
comments from Story last meeting and give Commission members
a chance to brainstorm what ideas they might have in terms of
making the hangars have a better value for the price tenants pay.
Story said his comments revolved around access and usage of the
hangars and doing additional work in regards to maintenance of the
hangars especially on the north side. Lawrence asked about the
tracking system that Tharp had set up and Tharp responded that it
was working as planned. Members discussed increasing
maintenance work and being more pro -active on maintenance items
instead of reactive. Tharp noted that they could increase the
communication as well and remind tenants that they should be
reporting items that need attention. Pfohl suggested sending a letter
to tenants and reminding them of the maintenance details.
III. Events — Tharp stated that as the events for 2024 were scheduled the list
would be repopulated
d. FBO / Flight Training Reports
I. Jet Air — Tharp noted that Wolford wasn't in attendance due to some sick
family. Tharp stated he didn't have a lot of info from Matt. Orozco asked
about when they were purchasing the broom, and Tharp responded that
would be next summer with the next year's budget.
e. Commission Members' Reports —none
Staff Report — Tharp noted he would be out of the office the last week of December.
SET NEXT REGULAR MEETING — Members set the next meeting for January 1111, 2024 at
6:OOpm. Story stated that he would not be able to attend the next meeting.
ADJOURN
Pfohl moved to adjourn, seconded by Lawrence. Motion carried 5-0. Meeting adjourned at
6:55pm.
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Airport Commission
ATTENDANCE RECORD
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XtS = Present for subcommittee meeting
OIS = Absent, not a member of the subcommittee
Item Number: 5.b.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
February 20, 2024
Civil Service Commission: February 9
Attachments: Civil Service Commission: February 9
Minutes — Final
City of Iowa City Civil Service Commission
Friday, February 9, 2024 — 8:15 a.m.
City Manager's Conference Room
Members Present: Rick Wyss, Ashley Jennings
Members Absent: Chi Ogboko
Staff to the
Commission Present: Karen Jennings, Tracy Robinson
Other Parties Present: Police Chief Dustin Liston
Recommendation to Council (become effective only after separate Council action):
None.
Call to Order:
Wyss called the meeting to order at 8:15 a.m.
After a brief discussion, A. Jennings moved to certify the list as presented, Wyss
seconded and all were in favor.
Adiournment•
Wyss moved to adjourn, A. Jennings seconded, and the meeting was adjourned at 8:21
a.m.
Board/Commission: Civil Service Commission
Attendance Record
Year2024
(Meeting Date)
Name
Term
Expires
2/9/24
Rick Wyss
411/24
X
Chi O boko
4/7/25
O/E
Ashley Jennings
4/6/26
X
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Present
O =
Absent
O/E =
Absent/Excused
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No Meeting
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February 9, 2024
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826
To: The Honorable Mayor and the City Council (319) 356-S000
(319) 356-5009 FAX
RE: Civil Service Entrance Examination - Police Officer www.1cgov.org
We, the undersigned members of the Civil Service Commission for Iowa City, Iowa, do hereby certify the
following named person(s) as eligible for the position of Police Officer.
1. Justin Jacobi
2. Anthony Faulkner
3. Brandon Culmore
4. Dillon Christensen
5. Sydney Krommendyk
6. Jacob Cooley
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ATTEST: Y�✓d-%eccc �
Kellie Grace, City Clerk
February 2024 Police Officer Recruitment
Total
Hispanic or
Latino
American
Indian or
Alaska
Native
Asian
Black or
African
American
Native
Hawaiian or
Other
Pacific
Islander
White
Two or More
Races
Undisclosed
Applications Received
40
Undisclosed
Female
7
1
1
5
Male
33
1
1
7
22
2
1
Written Test
12
Undisclosed
Female
2
1
1
Male
10
1
3
5
1
Physical Fitness
6
Undisclosed
Female
1
1
Male
5
1
2
2
Interview
9
Undisclosed
Female
1
1
Male
8
2
6
Certified Hiring List
6
Undisclosed
1
1
Female
Male
5
2
3
The data reported reflect the number of candidates who participated in each stage of the process. Participation was not required in the written test if
the candidate was ILEA certified or had a documented passing POST score within the specified timeframe. Participation in the physical fitness test
was not required if the candidate was ILEA certified or submitted acceptable documentation of successful completion of the physical fitness test with
another state law enforcement agency within the specified timeframe.
Item Number: 5.c.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
February 20, 2024
Climate Action Commission: December 4
Attachments: Climate Action Commission: December 4
MINUTES FINAL
IOWA CITY CLIMATE ACTION COMMISSION
DECEMBER 4, 2023 —3:30 PM —FORMAL MEETING
EMMA J. HARVART HALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Michal Eynon -Lynch, John Fraser, Jamie Gade, Wim Murray,
Michelle Sillman, Angie Smith, Gabriel Sturdevant, Matt Walter
MEMBERS ABSENT: Ben Grimm, Matt Krieger, Brinda Shetty
STAFF PRESENT: Daniel Bissell, Sarah Gardner, Megan Hill, Diane Platte
OTHERS PRESENT: David Woodruff, Daniel Henkle (UI), Adam McFee (IJI)
Eynon -Lynch called the meeting to order.
APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER 13, 2023 MINUTES:
Gade moved to approve the minutes from November 13, 2023. Murray seconded the motion, a
vote was taken, and the motion passed 6-0.
PUBLIC COMMENT OF ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA:
None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
[Sillman joined the meeting 3:33]
Action Items from last meeting (Staff):
Continue visioning for commercial and industrial areas.
Upcoming Events:
• Green Iowa AmeriCorps resumes audits Dec. 6. With a second set of equipment for
audits, they should be able to move through their waitlist quickly.
Updated Meeting Schedule for 2024:
• December meeting date has been corrected: it will occur on Dec. 2, 2024.
Recognition and thank you to departing members:
Matt Krieger and Matt Walter received recognition and thanks for their many
contributions. Walter expressed his appreciation for City's work on climate action.
[Smith joined the meeting 3:36]
UNFINISHED/ONGOING BUSINESS:
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Visioning indicators of success in built environment
• Gardner provided an overview of the discussion to date, presenting a bullet list of
indicators gathered and condensed from previous meetings as well as the text of the
City Council's climate vision from the Strategic Plan. Gardner explained the goal is not
for the Commission to create a competing vision from the Council's but to provide
additional details that can be useful in guiding the City's climate efforts.
• As to next steps, Gardner asked the Commission to review the list and make sure it
accurately captured the discussion so far. Commissioners were also asked for the next
meeting to consider which would be the priority items to measure and ways to do so.
Gardner invited Commission members to consider this question broadly, both in terms of
the comparative importance of the items and which might not be getting measured
already or could be better measured.
• Gardner also noted that the vision for residential areas might be a bit stronger as
compared to the commercial and industrial areas and suggested it would be helpful to
bring in a representative from a local industrial entity to share their perspective and
efforts toward sustainable operations, similar to the presentations the Commission has
heard from other City departments throughout this process.
• Gade and Sillman expressed approval for the list of visioning indicators in the agenda
packet. No omissions were noted.
• Gardner noted that the minutes from each meeting are included in the information
packet that goes to City Council for review and that the bullet list would be included as
well.
NEW BUSINESS:
Whole Home Electrification / Housing Choice Voucher Grant Pilot
• Gardner outlined the program that will launch in January. In return for grants to make
electrification and energy efficiency upgrades, property owners will agree to accept
Housing Choice Vouchers for five years. Gardner noted that Rewiring America staff were
excited about the idea and asked to be kept apprised of the program, to share
information with other communities.
• Fraser expressed approval for the program and noted the importance of growing it.
• Sturdevant asked if the program would target new participants or current landlords.
Gardner noted that the Housing Authority has relationships with landlords who already
accept Housing Choice Vouchers and this program is designed to reach both them and
landlords who have not yet accepted these vouchers.
• Sturdevant asked what type of properties would be eligible. Gardner responded that the
program would be for single-family homes, as these properties are most likely to house
families with children.
• Gade asked about how landlords might apply. Gardner noted that Housing Authority has
a framework for accepting applications.
• Sillman asked what exactly participants get. Gardner listed the types of improvements
eligible as outlined in the memo included in the agenda packet. Gardner explained the
forgivable loan structure of the grant.
• Eynon -Lynch expressed approval for the success benchmarks and asked about the
timeline to secure funding to expand the project beyond the pilot. Gardner offered
thoughts on the possibilities for making this a regional program, using federal grant
funds from the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant program, as well as the possibility of
continuing to draw on the balance of funds from the Emergency Levy.
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Gade asked if there are plans to measure the direct impact on the tenants, in terms of
energy efficiency or comfort. Fraser asked if it would be possible to collect information
on the property's energy costs before and after improvements. Gardner explained some
of the difficulties in collecting before -and -after data, as different families with different
habits would occupy the properties, but suggested the Housing Authority might be able
to offer ideas on measures used in their programs.
Sillman noted that broadening this program regionally might be a way to reach beyond
the usual Iowa City audience.
Sturdevant asked whether the voucher was part of the $25,000 allocated per property.
Gardner clarified that the Housing Choice Voucher came from federal rent assistance
program and separate from the funding the City would be offering through this program.
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Confirmation of next meeting time and location:
o Monday January 8, 3:30-5 p.m., Emma J. Harvat Hall
Actionable items for commission and staff:
o Staff will seek a representative from an Iowa City industrial entity to attend a
future Climate Action Commission meeting to share their approaches to
sustainability
o Eynon -Lynch noted the next meeting is a time to elect the next chair and vice -
chair and encouraged commissioners to consider the role, stating that she felt it
was great that it rotates and provides a chance to build leadership experience.
Gardner noted that Commission members can nominate others or themselves for
the role, both approaches are allowed. Gade asked if the same chair and vice -
chair can serve again. Gardner responded in the affirmative.
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Sillman moved to adjourn, Sturdevant seconded the motion. A vote was taken, and the motion
passed 8-0. Meeting adjourned at 4:08.
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12/31/2023
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12/31/2025
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UI Rep
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12131/2025
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12/31/2024
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12/31/2023
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Meeting
* No longer on Commission
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Item Number: 5.d.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
February 20, 2024
Community Police Review Board: January 11 [See Recommendation]
Attachments: Community Police Review Board: January 11 [See Recommendation]
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, �PN=, MEMORANDUM
Date: February 14, 2024
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Tammy Neumann, Community Police Review Board Staff
Re: Recommendation from Community Police Review Board
At their January 11, 2024 meeting the Community Police Review Board made the following
recommendation to the City Council:
(1) Accept CPRB 23-10 Public Report
(2) Accept CPRB 23-11 Public Report
Additional action (check one)
X No further action needed
Board or Commission is requesting Council direction
Agenda item will be prepared by staff for Council action
S:RECform.doc
COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW BOARD
MINUTES — JANUARY 11, 2024
CALL TO ORDER Vice -Chair Ricky Downing called the meeting to order at 5:34 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Ricky Downing, Jessica Hobart, Jerri MacConnell, Orville Townsend
MEMBERS ABSENT: Melissa Jensen, Saul Mekies, Amanda Remington
STAFF PRESENT: Staff Tammy Neumann, Legal Counsel Patrick Ford
OTHERS PRESENT: ICPD Chief Dustin Liston
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
(1) Accept CPRB 23-10 Public Report
(2) Accept CPRB 23-11 Public Report
CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Townsend, seconded by MacConnell to adopt the consent calendar as presented.
Minutes of the meeting on December 12, 2023
ICPD Memorandum — Quarterly Summary Report IAIRICPB, 41h Qtr. 2023
Correspondence received from Tamara Recker (Staff response included)
Motion carried 410. Jensen, Mekies and Remington absent.
NEW BUSINESS
ICPD Policy and Iowa Code Section re: Choke Holds — This item was deferred to the February 13,
2024 meeting due to the absence of the board member that requested this discussion.
Recognition of the Iowa City Police Department — This item was deferred to the February 13, 2024 as
attending board members would like to have the entire Commission present to move forward with this
discussion.
OLD BUSINESS
None
PUBLIC COMMENT OF ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
No public comment.
BOARD INFORMATION
MacConnell asked to discuss the difference in the police vehicle sirens at the February meeting. This
item will be added to New Business on the February 13, 2024 meeting agenda.
STAFF INFORMATION
None.
TENTATIVE MEETING SCHEDULE and FUTURE AGENDAS (subject to chance)
• March 12, 2024, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Room
• April 9, 2024, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Room
• May 14, 2024, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Room
Jensen will be absent from the March 12, 2024 meeting. Counselor Ford will also be absent in March.
The Board agreed that no changes are necessary to the existing meeting schedule.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion by Townsend, seconded by MacConnell, to adjourn into Executive Session based on Section
21.5(1)(a) of the Code of Iowa to review or discuss records which are required or authorized by state or
federal law to be kept confidential or to be kept confidential as a condition for that government body's
possession or continued receipt of federal funds, and 22.7(11) personal information in confidential
personnel records of public bodies including but not limited to cities, boards of supervisors and school
districts, and 22-7(5) police officer investigative reports, except where disclosure is authorized
elsewhere in the Code; and 22.7(18) Communications not required by law, rule or procedure that are
made to a government body or to any of its employees by identified persons outside of government, to
the extent that the government body receiving those communications from such persons outside of
government could reasonably believe that those persons would be discouraged from making them to
that government body if they were available for general public examination.
Motion carried 410. Jensen, Mekies, Remington absent. Open session adjourned 5:38 p.m.
REGULAR SESSION
Returned to open session at 5:55 p.m.
Motion by Townsend, second by MacConnell, to accept CPRB Complaint 23-10 Report as amended
and forward to City Council.
Motion carried 410. Jensen, Mekies, and Remington absent.
Motion by Townsend, second by MacConnell, to accept CPRB Complaint 23-11 Report as amended
and forward to City Council.
Motion carried 410. Jensen, Mekies, and Remington absent.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Townsend, seconded by Hobart to adjourn.
Motion carried 4t0. Jensen, Mekies, and Remington absent
Meeting adjourned at 5:58 p.m.
COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW BOARD
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COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW BOARD
A Board of the City of Iowa City
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, IA 52240-1826
(319)356-5041
January 11, 2024
To: City Council
Complainant
City Manager
Chief of Police
Officer(s) involved in complaint
From: Community Police Review Board
Re: Investigation of CPRB Complaint #23_10
This is the Report of the Community Police Review Board's (the "Board") review of the investigation of
Complaint CPRB #23-10 (the "Complaint").
BOARD'S RESPONSIBILITY:
Under the City Code of the City of Iowa City, the Board's responsibilities are as follows:
1. The Board forwards all complaints to the Police Chief, who completes an investigation. (Iowa
City Code Section 8-8-7(A).)
2. When the Board receives the Police Chiefs report, the Board must select one or more of the
following levels of review, in accordance with Iowa City Code Section 8-8-7(B)(1):
a. On the record with no additional investigation.
b. Interview /meet with complainant.
c. Interview /meet with named officer(s) and other officers.
d. Request additional investigation by the police chief, or request police assistance in the
board's own investigation.
e. Perform its own investigation with the authority to subpoena witnesses.
f. Hire independent investigators.
3. In reviewing the Police Chiefs report, the Board must apply a "reasonable basis" standard of
review. This means that the Board must give deference to the Police Chiefs report, because of
the Police Chief's professional expertise. (Iowa City Code Section 8-8-7(13)(2)).)
4. According to Iowa City Code Section 8-8-7(B)(2), the Board can recommend that the Police
Chief reverse or modify the Chiefs findings only if:
a. The findings are not supported by substantial evidence; or
b. The findings are unreasonable, arbitrary, or capricious; or
c. The findings are contrary to a police department policy or practice, or any federal, state,
or local law.
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5. When the Board has completed its review of the Police Chiefs report, the Board issues a public
report to the city council. The public report must include: (1) detailed findings of fact; and (2) a
clearly articulated conclusion explaining why and the extent to which the complaint is either
"sustained" or "not sustained ". (Iowa City Code Section 8-8-7(B)(3)).)
6. Even if the Board finds that the complaint is sustained, the Board has no authority to discipline
the officer involved.
BOARD'S PROCEDURE:
The Complaint was initiated by the Complainant on June 22, 2023. As required by Section
8-8-5(B) of the City Code, the Complaint was referred to the Chief of Police for investigation
The Chief's Report was filed with the City Clerk on September 26, 2023. As per Section 8-8-6(D) of the
City Code, the Complainant was given the opportunity to respond to the Chief's report.
The Board voted on December 12, 2023 to apply the following Level of Review to the Chiefs Report: On
the record with no additional investigation, pursuant to Iowa City Code Section 8-8-7 (6)(1)(a).
The Board met to consider the Report on December 12, 2023 and January 11, 2023.
Prior to the December 12, 2023 meeting, the Board had the opportunity to review the complaint, the
Police Chief's report, and to watch and listen to body worn camera and/or in -car camera footage
showing the interaction between the officers and the complainant.
FINDINGS OF FACT:
The complainant reported his involvement in an accident two days after the event. He felt his
interaction with the Iowa City Police Department had been unfair. He wanted his recent accident
classified as a "Hate" crime. He reported that he had been to the emergency room. The police
investigation included a report from the emergency room saying there had been no physical damage
and that he had been released the same day on his own. There was no further medical care
indicated. The complainant said that a black vehicle, which he was following, had suddenly slowed to
make a turn. It happened so suddenly that he turned his moped into the curb and both he and his
vehicle fell. He felt this was an intentional act to try and kill him. He said that he had similar interactions
with this black vehicle. He also said that no action has been taken by the police as the officer taking
the report found that his mother-in-law had been the driver. The police did check with the owners of
several black vehicles, but none had issues of the kind the complainant had claimed. Chief Liston said
that no police officer had a mother-in-law matching the description given by the complainant.
COMPLAINANT'S ALLEGATION #1 — Violation of 323.5, Required reporting -
In all of the following situations. members shall complete reports using the appropriate
department approved forms and reporting methods. unless otherwise approved by a supervisor.
The reporting requirements are not intended to be all-inclusive. A member may complete a
report if he/she deems it necessary or as directed by a supervisor.
323.5.1 Criminal Activity: When a member responds to a call for service, or as a result of self -
initiated activity becomes aware of any activity where a crime has occurred, the member shall
document the incident regardless of whether a victim desires prosecution. Documentation may
include a report or department approved alternative reporting method as described in this
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Activity to be documented in a written report includes:
(a) All arrests.
(b) All felony crimes.
(c) Non -felony criminal incidents involving threats or stalking behavior.
(d) Situations covered by separate policy. These include:
(a) Use of Force Policy
(b) Domestic Abuse Policy
(c) Child Abuse Policy
(d) Adult Abuse Policy
(e) Hate Crimes/incidents Policy
(f) Suspicious Activity Reporting Policy
(e) All misdemeanor crimes where the victim desires a report.
Misdemeanor crimes where the victim does not desire a report shall be documented using the
department -approved alternative reporting method (e.g., a dispatch log).
Chief's conclusion: Not sustained
Board's conclusion: Not sustained
Basis for the Board's conclusion:
After viewing the video, the Board determined there was no criminal activity that required reporting
pursuant to Policy #323.5.1. The complaint is not sustained.
COMPLAINANT'S ALLEGATION #2 — Violation of General Order 99-09, Vehicle Crashes.
The Iowa City Police Department will respond to all vehicle crashes which occur within the
corporate limits of Iowa City. Members of this department will comply with state reporting
requirements . (See Iowa Code 321.266) In incidents that do not meet the state mandated
reporting requirements, officers will respond and will fill out an "accident report" for submission to
Iowa City Police Department records section. All accidents will be sufficiently investigated to
determine the facts surrounding the accident-
D. Hit and Run Crashes. Hit and run crashes will be investigated to the extent possible.
Upon arrival at the scene the responding officer should broadcast any suspect vehicle or
driver information as soon as possible.
Iowa Code 321.266
1. The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to or death of any person
shall immediately by the quickest means of communication give notice of such accident to
the sheriff of the county in which said accident occurred, or the nearest office of the state
patrol, or to any other peace officer as near as practicable to the place where the accident
occurred.
2. The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to or death of any person, or
total property damage to an apparent extent of one thousand five hundred dollars or more
shall, within seventy-two hours after the accident, forward a written report of the accident to
the department. However, such report is not required when the accident is investigated by a
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3. Every law enforcement officer who, in the regular course of duty, investigates a motor
vehicle accident of which report must be made as required in subsections 1 and 2, either
at the time of and at the scene of the accident or thereafter by interviewing participants or
witnesses shall, within twenty-four hours after completing such investigation. forward a
written report of such accident to the department.
Chief's conclusion: Not sustained
Board's conclusion: Not sustained
Basis for the Board's conclusion:
The body cameras and the audio showed no violation of General order 99-09 because the department
adequately investigated the alleged accident.
COMMENTS:
None
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COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW BOARD
A Board of the City of Iowa City
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, IA 52240-1826
(319)356-5041
January 11, 2024
To: City Council
Complainant
City Manager
Chief of Police
Officer(s) involved in complaint
From: Community Police Review Board
Re: Investigation of CPRB Complaint #23-11
This is the Report of the Community Police Review Board's (the "Board") review of the investigation of
Complaint CPRB #23-11 (the "Complaint").
BOARD'S RESPONSIBILITY:
Under the City Code of the City of Iowa City, the Board's responsibilities are as follows:
1. The Board forwards all complaints to the Police Chief, who completes an investigation. (Iowa
City Code Section 8-8-7(A).)
2. When the Board receives the Police Chiefs report, the Board must select one or more of the
following levels of review, in accordance with Iowa City Code Section 8-8-7(B)(1):
a. On the record with no additional investigation.
b. Interview /meet with complainant.
c. Interview /meet with named officer(s) and other officers.
d. Request additional investigation by the police chief, or request police assistance in the
board's own investigation.
e. Perform its own investigation with the authority to subpoena witnesses.
f. Hire independent investigators.
3. In reviewing the Police Chiefs report, the Board must apply a "reasonable basis" standard of
review. This means that the Board must give deference to the Police Chiefs report, because of
the Police Chiefs professional expertise. (Iowa City Code Section 8-8-7(13)(2)).)
4. According to Iowa City Code Section 8-8-7(B)(2), the Board can recommend that the Police
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c. The findings are contrary to a police department policy or practice, or any federal, state,
or local law.
5. When the Board has completed its review of the Police Chiefs report, the Board issues a public
report to the city council. The public report must include: (1) detailed findings of fact; and (2) a
clearly articulated conclusion explaining why and the extent to which the complaint is either
"sustained" or "not sustained ". (Iowa City Code Section 8-8-7(B)(3)).)
6. Even if the Board finds that the complaint is sustained, the Board has no authority to discipline
the officer involved.
BOARD'S PROCEDURE
The Complaint was initiated by the Complainant on July 24, 2023, As required by Section
8-8-5(B) of the City Code, the Complaint was referred to the Chief of Police for investigation.
The Chiefs Report was filed with the City Clerk on October 10, 2023. As per Section 8-8-6(D) of the
City Code, the Complainant was given the opportunity to respond to the Chiefs report. No response
was filed.
The Board voted on December 12, 2023 to apply the following Level of Review to the Chiefs Report: On
the record with no additional investigation, pursuant to Iowa City Code Section 8-8-7 (B)(1)(a).
The Board met to consider the Report on December 12, 2023 and January 11, 2024.
Prior to the December 12, 2023 meeting, the Board had the opportunity to review the complaint, the
Police Chiefs report, and to watch and listen to body worn camera and/or in -car camera footage
showing the interaction between the officers and the complainant.
FINDINGS OF FACT:
Police were called to the subject's Mother's house, where she met the officer and explained the
situation to the officer. Subject was drinking alcohol and being disruptive during his stay at
Mother's home. Mother feared bodily harm if the subject was to remain at her house. With the
involvement of the mental health liaison, it was deemed necessary for subject to be placed elsewhere
to be evaluated for mental state.
COMPLAINANT'S ALLEGATION #1 — Violation of 300.3, Use of Force.
Officers shall use only that amount of force that reasonably appears necessary given the facts and
circumstances perceived by the officer at the time of the event to accomplish a legitimate law
enforcement purpose. The application of any use of force compliance shall be discontinued once
the officer determines that compliance has been achieved.
Chief'sconclusion:
Not sustained
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Basis for the Board's conclusion:
After viewing available video footage, the complainant's allegation is unsubstantiated. The officers'
were professional and courteous throughout their interactions. The officer used minimal force when
subduing the subject(handcuffing) but in a manner that didn't implicate a Use of Force violation.
COMPLAINANT'S ALLEGATION #2 — Violation 320.5.9f. Conduct.
Officers shall not be discourteous, disrespectful, or engage in discriminatory treatment of any
member of the public or any member of this department or the City.
Chiefs conclusion: Not sustained
Board's conclusion: Not sustained
Basis for the Board's conclusion:
After viewing available video footage, the complainant's allegation is unsubstantiated. The officers'
were professional and courteous throughout their interactions.
COMMENTS:
None
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