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Summary of Minutes
April 1, 2025 - 6:00 PM
Iowa City City Council special formal meeting, held at City Hall - Emma J.
Harvat Hall, 410 E. Washington St., Mayor Pro Tern Salih presiding. Council
members present: Alter, Bergus, Harmsen, Moe, Salih, Weilein. Staff members
present: Fruin, O'Brien, Lehmann, Goers, Grace, Vargas, Havel, Sovers,
Seydell Johnson, Russett, Carter, Davies, Roth, Stahl, Dulek.
1. Call to Order
2. Proclamations
2.a Food Waste Prevention Week Jason
Havel, City Engineer, accepting.
2.b National Crime Victims' Rights Week
2.c National Library Week
Angela Pilkington, ICPL Children's Services Coordinator, accepting.
3. Consent Calendar - Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections,
as recommended by the City Clerk)
3.a Work Session Minutes: March 11
3.b Special Formal Summary of Minutes: March 11
4. Consent Calendar - Receive and File Minutes
4.a Community Police Review Board: February 11 [See Recommendation]
4.b Historic Preservation Commission: February 13
4.c Housing & Community Development Commission: October 21 [See
Recommendation]
4.d Parks & Recreation Commission: January 8
5. Consent Calendar - Permit Motions and Resolution (as recommended by the
City Clerk)
5.a Liquor License - New
1. Class C Retail Alcohol License for 118 South Clinton LLC, dba 118 Grill &
Bar, 118 S. Clinton St.
2. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Lo Gotti's Soul Cafe LLC, dba Lo
Gotti's Soul Cafe, 316 E. Burlington St.
5.b Liquor License - Renewal
1. Class C Retail Alcohol License (LC0039128) for Katy LLC, dba Trumpet
Blossom Cafe, 310 E. Prentiss St.
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2. Outdoor service Area for Katy LLC, dba Trumpet Blossom Cafe, 310
E. Prentiss St.
3. Class C Retail Alcohol License (LC0039128) for Graze Iowa City LLC,
dba Graze, 345 S. Dubuque St.
4. Class E Retail Alcohol License (LE0004050) for Crown Liquor LLC,
dba Crown Liquor & Smoke, 19 Highway 1 W.
5. Class C Retail Alcohol License (LC0024300) for Ranger Enterprises,
Inc., dba Deadwood, The, 6 S. Dubuque St
6. Class C Retail Alcohol License (LC0051090) for BGB Production
Brewery IC, LLC, dba BGB Production Brewery, 3825 Liberty Dr.
6. Consent Calendar - Resolutions and Motions
6.a Motion to approve disbursements in the amount of $11,383,474.73 for the period
of February 1 through February 28, 2025, 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 authorizing agreement between the City of Iowa City and the Iowa
City Association of Professional Fire Fighters, AFL-CIO, Local #610 to
be effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2030. (Resolution 25-66)
6.c Resolution authorizing the procurement of Bus Driver Protection Doors.
(Resolution 25-67)
6.d Resolution amending the By -Laws of the Climate Action Commission and
rescinding Resolution No. 19-283. (Resolution 25-68)
6.e Resolution authorizing the procurement of consulting services to develop an
Affordable Housing Division and Pilot Project. (Resolution 25-69)
6.f Resolution authorizing the acquisition of property interests necessary for
construction of the St. Clement Street Reconstruction Project. (Resolution
25-70)
6.g Resolution approving, authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute and the
City Clerk to attest an agreement by and between the City of Iowa City and
Strand Associates, Inc. of Madison, Wisconsin to provide consultant
services for the Collector Well No. 1 Reconstruction Proiect.
(Resolution 25-71)
6.h Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City
Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Ashton House & Project
GREEN Gardens - REAP Grant Project. (Resolution 25-72)
6.i Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City
Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the City Park Pool
Replacement Project. (Resolution 25-73)
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6.j Resolution Approving the Iowa City Transit Title VI and Limited English
Proficiency Plan. (Resolution 25-74)
7. Consent Calendar - Setting Public Hearings
7.a Motion setting a public hearing for April 15, 2025 on an ordinance conditionally
rezoning approximately 0.06 acres for a portion of the property located at 691
E. Foster Rd. from High Density Single -Family Residential zone with a Planned
Development Overlay (OPD/RS-12) to Low Density Single -Family Residential
(RS-5) zone. (REZ25-0003)
7.b Motion setting a public hearing for April 15, 2025, to consider an
ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code, and Title 15, Land Subdivision,
to adjust standards, increase flexibility, and clarify language related to
form -based zones and standards (REZ25-0002).
7.c Resolution setting public hearing on amending the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating
Budget. (Resolution 25-75)
7.d Resolution setting a public hearing on April 15, 2025 to discuss the proposed
Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget, the proposed three-year Financial Plan for
Fiscal Year 2025 - Fiscal Year 2027, and the five-year Capital Improvement Plan
2025 - 2029. (Resolution 25-76)
7.e Resolution setting a public hearing for April 15, 2025 on an ordinance
amending Title 3, entitled "Finance, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4, entitled
"Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties" of the
City Code to increase or change charges and fees. (Resolution 25-77)
7.f Resolution setting a public hearing on April 15, 2025 on project manual and
estimate of cost for the construction of the FY2025 Pavement Rehabilitation
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 25-78)
7.g Resolution setting a public hearing on April 15, 2025 on project manual and
estimate of cost for the construction of the Iowa River Trail Bridge
Replacement 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 25-79)
7.h Resolution setting a public hearing for the April 15, 2025 City Council Meeting
regarding the FY2026 Iowa Department of Transportation Consolidated
Transit Funding Application for Iowa City Transit. (Resolution 25-80)
End of Consent Calendar
Councilor Moe asked for information on the timeline and cost for item 6.e (Assistance to
Develop an Affordable Housing Division and Pilot Project). Housing Authority Administrator
Carter provided information. Individual Council members asked questions and expressed
their views.
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Motion to approve consent calendar, items 3-7. Moved by Joshua Moe, seconded by
Shawn Harmsen. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Teague absent.
8. Community Comment [items not on the agenda (until 7 PM)]
The following individuals appeared: Dan Kauble, Kevin Perez.
9. Planning & Zoning Matters
9.a Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 7.2 acres of property located
North of Melrose Ave. and East of Camp Cardinal Blvd. from Interim
Development Single -Family Residential (ID-RS) zone to Mixed Use (MU) zone.
(REZ24-0016)
A public hearing was held. Senior Planner Russett presented a PowerPoint.
Individual Council members asked questions. The following individual
appeared: Michael Welch, Shoemaker Haaland.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by Joshua Moe, seconded by Megan Alter.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Teague absent.
9.b Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 5.49 acres of property located
between N. Dodge and N. Governor Streets from Medium Density Single -
Family Residential (RS -8) zone, High Density Single -Family Residential (RS-
12) zone, Medium Density Multi -Family Residential (RM-20) zone, and Multi -
Family Residence (R3B) zone to High Density Single -Family Residential Zone
with a Planned Development Overlay (OPD/RS-12) for approximately 0.17
acres and to Medium Density Multi- Family Residential Zone with a Planned
Development Overlay (OPD/RM-20) for approximately 5.32 acres. (REZ24-0001)
The public hearing was opened. City Attorney Goers provided information regarding
the protest of rezoning petitions and voting requirements. Goers noted the
developer was requesting deferral to April 15, 2025. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
Motion to defer first consideration and continue the public hearing to April 15, 2025
Moved by Shawn Harmsen, seconded by Joshua Moe. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
Teague absent.
10. Regular Formal Agenda
10.a Ordinance amending Title 17, Chapter 1, Building Code, by adopting the
International Building Code, 2024 edition, including Appendix K, and the
International Residential Code, 2024 edition, including Appendix BE and
Appendix BO, and providing for certain amendments thereof and adopting
section 103.6(1)(a) of the Code of Iowa (the State Electrical Code) and section
105.4(1)(a) of the Code of Iowa (the State Plumbing and Mechanical Codes) to
provide for the protection of the health, welfare and safety of the residents of
Iowa City, Iowa. (Second Consideration)
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Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by Oliver Weilein, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Teague absent.
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 25-4948. Moved by Joshua Moe, seconded by
Laura Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Teague absent.
10.b Ordinance amending Title 7, Chapter 1, Fire Prevention and Protection, by
adopting the 2024 edition of the International Fire Code to regulate and
govern the safeguarding of life and property from fire, explosion, life safety
risks, or health hazards. (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration . Moved by Oliver Weilein, seconded
by Joshua Moe. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Teague absent.
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 25-4949. Moved by Joshua Moe, seconded by
Laura Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Teague absent.
10.c Ordinance amending Title 9, entitled "Motor Vehicles and Traffic," Chapter
4, entitled "Parking Regulations," Section 11, entitled "Parking for People
with Physical Disabilities," to define the required access aisle as a part of
the parking space. (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration . Moved by Oliver Weilein, seconded
by Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Teague absent.
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 25-4950. Moved by Joshua Moe, seconded by
Laura Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Teague absent.
11. Council Committee Appointments
11.a Graduate and Professional Student Government Organization (1)
[Deferred from January 7] 2024-25 appointee — Dunn
City Manager Fruin provided information. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Councilor Weilein . Moved by Joshua Moe, seconded by Shawn
Harmsen. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Teague absent.
12. Council Appointments
12.a Civil Service Commission - One vacancy to fill a four-year term (April 7, 2025
- April 1, 2029) (Term expires for Chi Ogboko).
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Eleanor Dikes. Moved by Joshua Moe, seconded by Shawn
Harmsen. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Teague absent.
12.b Community Police Review Board - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - June 30, 2026 (Ricky Downing resigned).
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City Attorney Goers provided information. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Maurine A Braddock. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by Joshua
Moe. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Teague absent.
12.c Housing & Community Development Commission - Two vacancies to fill
unexpired terms, upon appointment — June 30, 2026 (James Pierce and
Kiran Patel resigned).
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to defer appointment to May 20, 2025 . Moved by Joshua Moe, seconded
by Oliver Weilein. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Teague absent.
Motion to accept correspondence from the Housing and Community Development
Commission . Moved by Joshua Moe, seconded by Laura Bergus. Motion Passed.
(6 Ayes) Teague absent.
13. Announcement of Vacancies - New
13.a Airport Commission - One vacancy to fill a four-year term, July 1, 2025 -
June 30, 2029 (Term expires for Chris Lawrence).
Community Police Review Board - Two vacancies to fill four-year terms, July
1, 2025 - June 30, 2029 (Terms expire for Saul Mekies and Melissa Jensen).
Historic Preservation Commission (At -Large) - One vacancy to fill a three-year
term, July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2028 (Term expires for Jordan Sellergren).
Historic Preservation Commission (Brown St) - One vacancy to fill a three-year
term, July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2028 (Term expires for Christina Welu-Reynolds).
Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2028 (Formerly advertised as an
unexpired term and a full term - Lyndi Kiple resigned).
Historic Preservation Commission (Summit St) - One vacancy to fill a three-year
term, July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2028 (Term expires for Nicole Villanueva).
Housing and Community Development Commission - Two vacancies to
fill three-year terms, July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2028 (Terms expire for
Maryann Dennis and Horacio Borgen).
Library Board of Trustees - Three vacancies to fill six- year terms, July 1, 2025
- June 30, 2031 (Terms expire for Derek Johnk, Hannah Shultz, Thomas (Tom
Rocklin).
Planning and Zoning Commission - Two vacancies to fill five-year terms, July 1,
2025 - June 30, 2030 (Terms expire for Susan Craig and Michael Hensch).
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Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 13, 2025.
14. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
14.a Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2028 (Term expired for Heather
Flynn).
Airport Zoning Commission - One vacancy to fill a 6-year term, January 1,
2024 - December 31, 2029 (Term expired for Dennis Keitel).
Board of Appeals (HVAC Professional) - One vacancy to fill an unexpired
term, upon appointment - December 31, 2028 (Nicolas Yost resigned).
Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St.) - One vacancy to fill a three-
year term, July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025 (formerly advertised as unexpired term
— Lyndi Kiple resigned).
Historic Preservation Commission (Woodlawn Ave.) - One vacancy to fill a
three -year term, July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2027 (formerly advertised as
unexpired term - Kevin Larson resigned).
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
15. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming
meetings, community events, and items of interest.
16. Report on Items from City Staff
City staff welcomed Councilor Weilein.
17. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn 7:00 p.m
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
City Clerk
Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by Oliver Weilein.
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Item Number: 3.a.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
April 1, 2025
Work Session Minutes: March 11
Attachments: Work Session Minutes: March 11
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-04 CITY OF IOWA CITY
.'E RAN D M M � LI M
Date: March 17, 2025
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Grace, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, March 11, 2025 — 4:06 p.m. (following the 4:00 p.m. City
Conference Board) at City Hall in Emma J Harvat Hall
Council: Alter, Bergus, Harmsen, Moe, Salih, Teague
Staff: Fruin, O'Brien, Lehmann, Goers, Grace, Vargas, Knoche, Havel, Sovers, Lyon
USG: Martinez
(A transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.)
1. Clarification of Agenda Items
• No discussion
2. Information Packet Discussion [February 20, February 27, March 61
➢ February 20
1. (IP2 — Memo from Grants Specialist: American Rescue Plan Act Update) Councilor
Moe noted the remaining expended dollars in the ARPA funds and asked if those
funds have already been received or if they reimburse after the projects have been
completed. City Manager Fruin provided information.
➢ February 27
1. (IP4 — Annual Comprehensive Financial Report) Councilor Harmsen congratulated
staff on receiving a certificate of excellence for their accounting procedures,
emphasizing the importance of trust in financial reporting. Harmsen acknowledged
the annual comprehensive financial report and asked for clarification on the mix of
economic recovery since COVID-19 and ongoing economic challenges. City
Manager Fruin provided information.
➢ March 6 — No discussion.
3. University of Iowa Student Government (USG) Updates.
Ava Martinez, USG Alternate Liaison, presented updates. Mayor Teague presented a
certificate of appreciation to former USG Liaison, Matthew Monsivais.
5. Council updates on assigned boards, commissions, and committees
Council members reported on various assigned boards, commissions, and committees.
March 11, 2025
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4. 21 S. Linn Presentations and Discussion
Councilor Alter and Councilor Moe recused themselves from the discussion.
City Manager Fruin provided an update on recent developments. Initially, the project
emphasized transparency in the request for proposals (RFP) and selection process. All
related documents, including public input and proposals, are available online. Previously, all
three respondents were invited to present their proposals in person. However, two of the
respondents, Salida Partners and Iceberg, decided to merge their proposals into a single
submission. Fruin noted staff has not yet reviewed the details of the merged proposal, and a
thorough analysis is required, especially concerning financial aspects. The recommendation
is to receive only two presentations instead of three and defer the selection decision until a
full review is completed and made publicly available. The third team, Grand Rail - Urban
Acres - OPN, agreed to proceed as planned. The selection decision may be postponed to
April 1 or April 15 to allow for transparency and public input.
Salida Partners and Iceberg Development Group presented a PowerPoint. Individual
Council members asked questions.
Grand Rail Development and OPN Architects presented a PowerPoint. Individual Council
members asked questions.
Action: Staff will place the two 21 S Linn Street presentations on the project website and
request written detail on the merged proposal. Staff will work to have that analyzed and
presented to Council at a future meeting.
Adjourn 5:25 p.m.
Item Number: 3.b.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
April 1, 2025
Special Formal Summary of Minutes: March 11
Attachments: Special Formal Summary of Minutes: March 11
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Summary of Minutes
March 11, 2025 - 6:00 PM
Iowa City City Council special formal meeting, held at City Hall - Emma J.
Harvat Hall, 410 E. Washington St., Mayor Teague presiding. Council members
present: Alter, Bergus, Harmsen, Moe, Salih, Teague. Staff members present:
Fruin, O'Brien, Lehmann, Goers, Grace, Vargas, Knoche, Havel, Sovers, Lyon,
Roth, Sitzman, Ralston, Hennes, Davies, Fleagle.
1. Call to Order
2. Proclamations
2.a Save Soil Day Romy
Lodh, accepting.
2.b Transgender Day of Visibility
Rowan James, Emily Brown, Alisia Tomchik, Misha Miller, accepting.
3. Consent Calendar — Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections,
as recommended by the City Clerk)
3.a Work Session Minutes: February 18
3.b Formal Summary of Minutes: February 18
4. Consent Calendar - Receive and File Minutes
4.a Civil Service Commission: February 21
4.b Climate Action Commission: February 3
4.c Historic Preservation Commission: January 9
4.d Human Rights Commission: January 28
4.e Library Board of Trustees: January 23
4.f Planning & Zoning Commission: December 4 [See Recommendations]
4.g Planning & Zoning Commission: February 19 [See Recommendations]
4.h Senior Center Commission: January 16
5. Consent Calendar - Permit Motions and Resolution (as recommended by the
City Clerk)
5.a Liquor License - Renewal
1. Class C Retail Alcohol License (LC0038082) for 2-Tone, Inc., dba Bluebird
Diner, 330 E. Market St.
2. Class E Retail Alcohol License (LE0003459) for Kwik Trip, Inc., dba
Kwik Spirits #537, 923 S. Riverside Dr.
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3. Class C Retail Alcohol License (LC0048053) for Aramark sports
and Entertainment Services, LLC, dba Aramark, 105 1st Ave.
4. Class C Retail Alcohol License (LC0046919) for Chauncey Entertainment
LLC, dba SpareMe Bowl & Arcade, 404 E. College St.
5. Class C Retail Alcohol License (LC0046282) for Elray Holdings, LLC,
dba Elray's Live & Dive, 211 Iowa Ave.
5.b Liquor License - Refund
1. Refund of an unused portion of a Class C Retail Alcohol License
(LC0005225) for Pershell Corporation, dba Colonial Lanes, 2253 Highway
218 S.
5.c Resolution approving applications for retail tobacco, tobacco products,
alternative nicotine products, vapor products, and device retailer permits,
as required by Iowa Code 453A.47A and Senate File 345. (Resolution 25-53)
6. Consent Calendar — Resolutions and Motions
6.a Motion to approve disbursements in the amount of $12,829,559.92 for the
period of January 1 through January 31, 2025, 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 Motion approving the appointment of Ava Martinez as the City Council Liaison
from the Iowa Undergraduate Student Government (USG) to the City Council
until for the remainder of the 2024-2025 USG Executive Administration (May 1,
2025).
6.c Resolution authorizing agreement between the City of Iowa City and the Police
Labor Relations Organization of Iowa City to be effective July 1, 2025 through
June 30, 2030. (Resolution 25-54)
6.d Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City
Clerk to attest a contract for the High Service Pump Variable Frequency
Drive Replacements Project. (Resolution 25-55)
6.e Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City
Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Iowa City Senior Center
Exterior Door and Window Replacement Project. (Resolution 25-56)
6.f Resolution authorizing the acquisition of property interests necessary for
construction of the Camp Cardinal Road Extension. (Resolution 25-57)
6.g Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City
Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the 2025 Parking Garages
Maintenance and Repair Project. (Resolution 25-58)
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7. Consent Calendar — Setting Public Hearings
7.a Motion setting a public hearing for April 1, 2025 on an ordinance conditionally
rezoning approximately 7.2 acres of property located North of Melrose Ave.
and East of Camp Cardinal Blvd. from Interim Development Single -Family
Residential (ID-RS) zone to Mixed Use (MU) zone. (REZ24-0016)
7.b Motion setting a public hearing for April 1, 2025 to consider an ordinance
conditionally rezoning approximately 5.49 acres of land between N. Dodge
and Governor Streets from Medium Density Single -Family Residential (RS-8)
zone, High Density Single -Family Residential (RS-12) zone, Medium Density
Multi -Family Residential (RM-20) zone, and Multi -Family Residence (R3B) zone
to High Density Single -Family Zone with a Planned Development Overlay
(OPD/RS-12) for approximately 0.17 acres and Medium Density Multi -Family
Zone with a Planned Development Overlay (OPD/RM-20) for approximately
5.32 acres. (REZ24-0001)
7.c Resolution setting public hearing for April 1, 2025 on the proposed property
tax levy in the proposed budget ending June 30, 2026. (Resolution 25-59)
8. Consent Calendar — Correspondence
8.a Establishment of a "No Parking Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM" parking
prohibition on the west side of the 400 block of Clark Street.
End of Consent Calendar
Councilor Moe asked for information regarding R313 zoning prior to the public hearing for
item 7.b.
Motion to approve consent calendar, items 3 - 8 . Moved by Joshua Moe, seconded
by Mazahir Salih. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
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Community Comment [items not on the agenda (until 7 PM)]
The following individuals appeared: Emma Denney, Bill Gerhard, Storm O'Brink,
Ray Nepple, Chad Campion, Cole Eckhardt.
Regular Formal Agenda
10.a Ordinance amending Title 17, Chapter 1, Building Code, by adopting the
International Building Code, 2024 edition, including Appendix K, and the
International Residential Code, 2024 edition, including Appendix BE and
Appendix BO, and providing for certain amendments thereof and adopting
section 103.6(1)(a) of the Code of Iowa (the State
section 105.4(1)(a) of the Code of Iowa (the State
Codes) to provide for the protection of the health
residents of Iowa City, Iowa.
Electrical Code) and
Plumbing and Mechanical
welfare and safety of the
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A public hearing was held. No one appeared. Development Services Coordinator
Sitzman and Senior Building Inspector Hennes presented information. Individual
Council members asked questions.
Motion to give fist consideration. Moved by Joshua Moe, seconded by Laura Bergus.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
10.b Ordinance amending Title 7, Chapter 1, Fire Prevention and Protection, by
adopting the 2024 edition of the International Fire Code to regulate and
govern the safeguarding of life and property from fire, explosion, life safety
risks, or health hazards.
A public hearing was held. No one appeared. Fire Marshall Roth
presented information. Individual Council members asked questions.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by Mazahir
Salih. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
10.c Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action for the issuance
of not to exceed $11,300,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City of Iowa
City, State of Iowa (for essential corporate purposes).
A public hearing was held. No one appeared. Assistant Finance Director Fleagle
presented a PowerPoint for items 10.c through 10.g. Individual Council members
asked questions.
Motion to approve resolution 25-60. Moved by Mazahir Salih, seconded by Joshua
Moe. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
10.d Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action for the issuance
of not to exceed $1,335,100 General Obligation Bonds of the City of Iowa City,
State of Iowa (for general corporate purposes) and providing for publication of
notice thereof.
A public hearing was held. No one appeared.
Motion to approve resolution 25-61. Moved by Joshua Moe, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
10.e Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action for the issuance
of not to exceed $1,000,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City of Iowa City,
State of Iowa (for general corporate purposes).
A public hearing was held. No one appeared.
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Motion to approve resolution 25-62. Moved by Joshua Moe, seconded by Shawn
Harmsen. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
10.f Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action for the issuance of
not to exceed $900,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City of Iowa City, State
of Iowa (for general corporate purposes).
A public hearing was held. No one appeared.
Motion to approve resolution 25-63. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
10.g Resolution authorizing the issuance of $14,535,100 General Obligation
bonds, series 2025, and levying a tax for the payment thereof.
Motion to approve resolution 25-64. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Joshua
Moe. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
10.h Ordinance amending Title 9, entitled "Motor Vehicles and Traffic," Chapter
4, entitled "Parking Regulations," Section 11, entitled "Parking for People
with Physical Disabilities," to define the required access aisle as a part of
the parking space. (First Consideration)
Transportation Planner Ralston presented information. Individual Council members
asked questions and expressed their views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by Joshua Moe, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
10.i 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 25-65. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Anthony and Jessica Scanlan. Moved by
Joshua Moe, seconded by Shawn Harmsen. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
11. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
11.a Civil Service Commission - One vacancy to fill a four-year term, April 7, 2025
- April 1, 2029 (Term expires for Chi Ogboko).
Community Police Review Board - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - June 30, 2026 (Ricky Downing resigned).
March 11, 2025 Summary of Minutes Page 5
Housing & Community Development Commission - Two vacancies to fill
unexpired terms, upon appointment - June 30, 2026 (James Pierce &
Kiran Patel resigned).
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five- year
term, January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2028 (Term expired for Heather
Flynn).
Airport Zoning Commission - One vacancy to fill a 6-year term, January 1,
2024 - December 31, 2029 (Term expired for Dennis Keitel).
Board of Appeals (HVAC Professional) - One vacancy to fill an unexpired
term, upon appointment - December 31, 2028 (Nicolas Yost resigned).
Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St.) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025 (formerly advertised as
unexpired term — Lyndi Kiple resigned).
Historic Preservation Commission (Woodlawn Ave.) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2027 (formerly advertised as
unexpired term - Kevin Larson resigned).
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
12. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming
meetings, community events, and items of interest.
13. Report on Items from City Staff
City staff provided information.
14. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 7:02 PM. Moved by Mazahir Salih, seconded by Laura Bergus.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
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