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1k 00 ®, Mgo CITY OF IOWA CITY City Council Information Packet Council Tentative Meeting Schedule IN. Council Tentative Meeting Schedule Miscellaneous IP2. City Council Listening Post Announced for May 18 May 8, 2025 IP3. Memo from Budget Management Analyst - Quarterly Financial Summary for Period Ending March 31, 2025 IP4. Memo from Grant Specialist - American Rescue Act Plan Update IP5. 2024 Office of Human Rights Annual Review May 8, 2025 City of Iowa City Item Number: IP1. CITY OF IOWA CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT May 8, 2025 Council Tentative Meeting Schedule Attachments: Council Tentative Meeting Schedule r City Council Tentative Meeting Schedule Subject to change CITY OF IOWA CITY May 8, 2025 Date Time Meeting Location Tuesday, May 20, 2025 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall 6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E. Washington Street Tuesday, June 3, 2025 4:00 PM Work session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall 6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E. Washington Street Tuesday, June 17, 2025 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall 6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E. Washington Street Tuesday, July 8, 2025 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall 6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E. Washington Street Monday, July 21, 2025 4:30 PM Joint Entities Meeting City of Coralville TBD Tuesday, August 5, 2025 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall 6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E. Washington Street Tuesday, August 19, 2025 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall 6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E. Washington Street Tuesday, September 2, 2025 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall 6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E. Washington Street Tuesday, September 16, 2025 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall 6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E. Washington Street Tuesday, October 7, 2025 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall 6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E. Washington Street Monday, October 20, 2025 4:30 PM Joint Entities Meeting City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall 410 E. Washington Street Tuesday, October 21, 2025 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall 6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E. Washington Street Monday, November 3, 2025 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall 6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E. Washington Street Tuesday, November 18, 2025 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall 6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E. Washington Street Tuesday, December 9, 2025 4:00 PM Work Session City Hall, Emma J. Harvat Hall 6:00 PM Formal Meeting 410 E. Washington Street Item Number: IP2. a CITY OF IOWA CITY "QR T-4 COUNCIL ACTION REPORT May 8, 2025 City Council Listening Post Announced for May 18 Attachments: City Council Listening Post Announced for May 18 Kellie Grace From: City of Iowa City: Do Not Reply <CityoflowaCity@public.govdelivery.com> Sent: Thursday, May 8, 2025 12:55 PM To: Kellie Grace Subject: City Council Listening Post announced for May 18 SHARE Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. ��ty°� 10-WA CITY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: 05/08/2025 Contact: Kellie Grace, City Clerk Phone: 319-356-5041 City Council Listening Post announced for May 18 during the Public Works Open House at the Iowa City Landfill & Recycling Center Join Iowa City Council members at their next community listening post from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 18, 2025, during the Public Works Open House at the Iowa City Landfill & Recycling Center, 3900 Hebl Avenue SW. Council listening posts provide opportunities for the community to engage with City leaders on topics that are important to them in an informal setting. Two members attend each event and report back to the entire Council on what they have heard from the community during their discussion. All residents are encouraged to stop by to discuss any issue. No formal agenda or presentation is planned. RSVP to the Council Listeninq Post event on Facebook for updates and reminders. For additional information, questions, or suggestions on future locations for listening posts, contact City Clerk Kellie Grace at KgraceCrr7iavva-citu.arg or 319-356-5041. i ! i lit '�i ��r Questions? Contact Us CITY Of IOWA CITY UNESCO CITY Of MIRAIUM STAY CONNECTED: IR no IM $0 FE] a � t Vt 4. CIc�tit�; CII- U'Jt P, Meet with Council iembers to discuss sues affecting your community. 44" Public Works Open House Meet with Council members- Iowa City Landfill &Recycling Center to discuss issues affecting 3900 Hebl Avenue SW your community. Sunday, May 18, 2025 1:00 pm-3:00 pm Item Number: IP3. a CITY OF IOWA CITY "QR T-4 COUNCIL ACTION REPORT May 8, 2025 Memo from Budget Management Analyst - Quarterly Financial Summary for Period Ending March 31, 2025 Attachments: Memo from Budget Management Analyst- Quarterly Financial Summary for Period Ending March 31, 2025 r .=.. CITY OF IOWA CITY nZ N �- MEMORANDUM Date: May 5, 2025 To: City Manager, City Council From: Angie Ogden, Budget Management Analyst Re: Quarterly Financial Summary for Period Ending March 31, 2025 Introduction Attached to this memorandum are the City's quarterly financial reports as of March 31, 2025. The quarterly financial report includes combined summaries of all fund balances, revenues, and expenditures for Fiscal Year 2025 through the end of the third quarter, which is 75% of the way through the fiscal year. The March quarterly report also incorporates the budget amendments that were approved during the Fiscal Year 2026 budget process. Some of the highlights of the City's financial activity are discussed below. Revenue Analysis This revenue analysis pertains to the revenue reports, Revenues by Fund and Revenues by Type, on pages 4-6. In these two reports, the actual revenues would ideally be near 75% of budget since we have completed three -fourths of the fiscal year; however, due to accruals and timing differences, many of these percentages may be above or below 75%. Funds with budget anomalies on page 4 worth noting; the Home Fund revenues are at 33.0%. This is due to timing of grant reimbursements. Additionally, the MPOJC Fund is at 52.8% of budget which is primarily due to timing of federal grant receipts. The Transit fund has revenues at 36.7% due to the timing of receipt for the federal operating grant. Finally, the Governmental Projects fund has revenues at only 13.2% of budget and the Enterprise Projects fund is at 7.5% of budget due to the timing of the bond issuance. The Governmental Projects fund should come up closer to budget after the bond sale this spring. Debt issuance for the Enterprise Projects fund will be delayed until fiscal year 2026 so this will remain under budget for the fiscal year. On page 5, a few examples of revenues that are below the 75% mark include property tax revenue which is at 58.4% of budget and reflects the timing of the property tax receipts. The second half property taxes are due in April and should increase this percentage substantially. Other revenues affected by the timing of property tax receipts include TIF Revenues which are at 55.6% and Property Tax Credits which are at 22.1 % of budget. Under Charges for Fees & Services, Police Services fees are at 118.5% of budget. This is due to timing of when police forfeiture and abandonments take place. In addition, under Intergovernmental on page 5, Operating Grants are at 121.5% and Local 28E Agreements are at 89.1 % of budget. Iowa City School reimbursements came in higher than expected as well as the timing of receipts of grants. Finally, on page 6, Interest Revenues are 470.3%. Again, due to the increase in interest earned. Under Other Financing Sources, Debt Sales revenue is at 2.9% of budget. We are currently preparing to sell the general obligation bonds which will bring this revenue source up to approximately 32% of budget. As of March 31, the combined total actual revenue for all budgetary funds is $121,941,302 or 51.1 % of budget. Overall, the City's revenues are not substantially different than projected, and the anomalies and budget variances can be explained. Expenditure Analysis This expenditure analysis pertains to the expenditure reports, Expenditures by Fund and Expenditures by Fund by Department on pages 7-9. The analysis of the City's expenditures for Fiscal Year 2025 through March is similar to the analysis for the City's revenues. We generally expect the actual expenditure levels to be around 75% of budget at this time of year. Some funds have expenditure activity through the third quarter that differs significantly from the 75% mark. The following funds have a significant expenditure variance above or below 75%: • HOME Fund expenditures are at 33.1 %, due to the timing of the payout of loans and grants to applicants. ■ Employee Benefits Fund expenditures are at 86.5%, due to higher than expected claims for work related injuries. • Iowa City Property Management Fund expenditures are at 42.5% of budget resulting from lower R&M cost as well as timing of contracted improvements. • TIF Fund expenditures are at 8.3% due to timing of the TIF rebate payments. ■ Debt Service Fund expenditures are at 8.8%, because the general obligation bond principal payments are not due until June 1. ■ Housing Authority expenditures are at 86.3% of budget due to increased landlord rents and utility reimbursements. • Governmental Projects expenditures are at 18.1 % and Enterprise Projects expenditures are at 11.5% because many of the capital projects are scheduled for construction this spring. Overall, the combined total actual expenditures for all budgetary funds through March are $205,705,153 or 39.0% of budget. The City's expenditures through the third quarter have a few major anomalies; however, these can be readily explained. Conclusion Generally, there are no major concerns to report with the City's fund balances at the end of March. The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Fund is presented (on page 3) with negative fund balance of $20,326. This negative fund balances should be reversed following the next receipt of CDBG/HOME funds. The other fund balances appear to be near expectations. Additional information is available from the Finance Department upon request. Budgetary Funds General Fund 10** General Fund Special Revenue Funds 2100 Community Dev Block Grant 2110 HOME 2200 Road Use Tax Fund 2300 Other Shared Revenue 2350 Metro Planning Org of J.C. 2400 Employee Benefits 2450 Emergency Levy Fund 2500 Affordable Housing Fund 2510 Peninsula Apartments 26** Tax Increment Financing 2820 SSMID-Downtown District Debt Service Fund 5*** Debt Service Enterprise Funds 710* Parking 715* Mass Transit 720* Wastewater 730* Water 7400 Refuse Collection 750* Landfill 7600 Airport 7700 Storm Water 79** Housing Authority Capital Project Funds Governmental Projects Enterprise Projects Total Budgetary Funds Non-BudgetaEX Funds Internal Service Funds 810* Equipment 8200 Risk Management 830* Information Technology 8400 Central Services 8500 Health Insurance Reserves 8600 Dental Insurance Reserves Total Non -Budgetary Funds Total All Funds City of Iowa City Fund Summary Fiscal Year 2025 through March 31, 2025 Beginning Ending Restricted, Unassigned Fund Year -to -Date Transfers Year -to -Date Transfers Fund Committed, Fund Balance Revenues In Expenditures Out Balance Assigned Balance $ 66,253,379 $ 41,007,803 $10,326,090 $ 50,939,101 $ 5,084,951 $ 61,563,221 $ 25,756,182 $ 35,807,039 332 889,789 - 790,022 120,425 (20.326) - (20,326) (526) 1,009,230 - 969,361 - 39,343 39,343 6,740,530 6,921,944 522,825 5,558,508 3,037,928 5,588,863 5,588,863 3,545,052 661.541 - 3,039,949 - 1,166,644 - 1,166,644 633,511 247,109 295,950 714,397 - 462,173 - 462,173 3,577,051 9.010,447 - 992,047 10,668,150 927,301 - 927,301 1,192,635 8,852 - 250 - 1,201,237 - 1,201,237 7,372,091 273,652 772,500 678,632 - 7,739,611 - 7,739,611 408,086 204,141 - 127,990 - 484,237 - 484,237 867,240 2,496,490 - 229,630 1,584,838 1,549,262 141 1.549,121 - 387,645 - 367,747 - 19,898 - 19,898 7,487,853 7,276,420 1,542,059 1,208,883 - 15,097,449 - 15,097,449 2,115,697 5,458,179 1,125,000 3,646,341 2,331,180 2,721,355 328,285 2,393,070 13,531,551 4,687,874 3,185.400 6,552,033 168,750 14,684,042 11,226,411 3,457,631 22,125,720 9,678,526 1,125,960 6,212,460 1,642,460 24,875.286 2,207,464 22,667,822 15,771,221 8,971,304 1,776,643 7,807,945 3.792,998 14,918,225 5,569,713 9,348,513 2,790,929 3,653,665 3,193 3,233,565 200.000 3,014,222 - 3,014,222 22,508,794 6,163,346 1,439,052 4,427,645 (140,854) 25,824,401 18,612,667 7,211,735 195,212 295,059 75,000 317,157 81,214 166,900 113,885 53,015 1,677,134 1.374,879 825,431 415.036 1,871,461 1,590,948 378.215 1,212.733 7,129,228 10,571,699 - 10,949,891 23,025 6,728,011 - 6,728,011 31,810,109 2,752,675 4,131,695 13,376,965 - 25,317,514 - 25,317,514 21,723,840 3.219,872 3,719,727 8,884,723 - 19,778,715 - 19,778.715 $239.456,669 $ 127,222,141 $30,866,526 $ 131,440,277 $30,666,526 $235,438,533 $ 64.192,962 $171,245,571 $ 23,192,318 $ 6,566,139 $ - $ 5,049,803 $ - $ 24,708.655 $ 19,798,288 $ 4,910,367 4,021,093 1,686,183 - 1,008,176 - 4,699,100 4,699,100 4,070,589 2.495,943 75,000 2,493,416 75,000 4,073,116 1,734,893 2,338,223 933,947 140,018 - 121,638 200,000 752,326 - 752,326 19,414,739 10,713,414 - 7,765,996 - 22.362,156 9.523.167 12,838,989 597,941 349,839 - 292,150 - 655,630 - 655,630 $ 52,230,627 $ 21,951,535 $ 75,000 $ 16,731.179 $ 275,000 $ 57,250,983 $ 31,056,348 $ 26,194,635 $291,687,296 $ 149,173,676 $30,941,526 $ 148,171,456 $30,941,526 $292,689,516 $ 95,249,310 $197,440,206 41 City of Iowa city Revenues by Fund Fiscal Year 2025 through March 31, 2025 2024 2025 2025 Actual Budget 2025 Revised Actual Variance Percent Budraetary. Fund Revenues General Fund 10** General Fund $ 63,144,267 $ 62,533,285 $ 62,533,285 $ 41,007,803 $ (21,525,482) 65.6% Special Revenue Funds 2100 Community Dev Block Grant 928,673 886,567 1,244,400 889,789 (354,611) 71.5% 2110 HOME 455,291 721,492 3,061,650 1,009,230 (2,052,420) 33.0% 2200 Road Use Tax Fund 11,039,422 10,649,900 10,649,900 6,921,944 (3,727,956) 65.0% 2300 Other Shared Revenue 653,948 30,000 962,728 661,541 (301,187) 68.7% 2350 Metro Planning Org of Johnson Cc 574,367 468,000 468.000 247,109 (220,891) 52.8% 2400 Employee Benefits 14,864,849 15,335,900 15,335,900 9,010,447 (6,325,453) 58.8% 2450 Emergency Levy Fund 874,504 9,200 9,200 8,852 (348) 96.2% 2500 Affordable Housing Fund 372,575 - - 273,652 273,652 0.0% 2510 Iowa City Property Management 252,224 226,575 226,575 204,141 (22,434) 90.1% 26** Tax Increment Financing 4,417,348 4.388,100 4.388.100 2,496,490 (1,891,610) 56.9% 2820 SSMIDS 661,438 677,000 677,000 387,645 (289,355) 57.3% Debt Service Fund 5*** Debt Service 11,716,728 11.988,600 11,988,600 7,276,420 (4,712,181) 60.7% Enterprise Funds 710* Parking 5,601,351 8,963,815 6,972,967 5,458,179 (1,514,78B) 78.3% 715* Mass Transit 7,198,324 7,928,300 12,768,200 4,687,874 (8,080,326) 36.7% 720* Wastewater 13,901,646 13,353,500 13,353,500 9,678,526 (3,674,974) 72.5% 730* Water 12,734,762 12,250,200 12,250,200 8,971,304 (3,278,896) 73.2% 7400 Refuse Collection 5,167,200 5,142,300 5,142,300 3.653,665 (1,488,635) 71.1% 750* Landfill 8.795,022 7,964,900 7,964,900 6,163,346 (1,801.554) 77.4% 7600Airport 450,040 440,500 440,500 295,059 (145.441) 67.0% 7700 Storm Water 1,950,216 1,916,800 1,916,800 1,374,879 (541,921) 71.7% 79** Housing Authority 14,147,197 12,892,728 12,892,728 10,571,699 (2,321,029) 82.0% Capital Project Funds Governmental Projects 14,097,960 16,535,200 20.877,390 2,752,675 (18,124,715) 13.2% Enterprise Projects 2,335,250 28,650,000 43,038,620 3,219,872 (39,818,748) 7.5% Total Budgetary Revenues $ 196,334,603 $223,952,862 $ 249,163,443 $127,222,141 $ (121,941,302) 51.1% Non-Budaetary Fund Revenues Internal Service Funds 810* Equipment $ 8,814,965 $ 8,654,600 $ 8,809.400 $ 6,566,139 $ (2,243,261) 74.5% 8200 Risk Management 1,803,542 $ 1,126,200 $ 1,126,200 $ 1,686,183 559,983 149.7% 830* Information Technology 3,020,650 $ 2.768,201 $ 2,768,201 $ 2,495,943 (272,258) 90.2% 8400 Central Services 226,162 $ 143,800 $ 143.800 $ 140,018 (3,782) 97.4% 8500 Health Insurance Reserves 13,615,421 $ 14,353,600 $ 14,353,600 $ 10,713,414 (3,640,186) 74.6% 8600 Dental Insurance Reserves 467,770 $ 463,100 $ 463,100 $ 349,839 (113,261) 75.5% Total Non -Budgetary Revenues $ 27,948.510 $ 27,509.501 $ 27.664,301 $ 21,951,535 $ (5,712,766) 79.3% Total Revenues - All Funds $224,283,113 $251,462,363 $276.827,744 $149,173,676 $(127,654,068) 53.9% 4 City of Iowa City Revenues by Type Fiscal Year 2025 through March 31, 2025 2024 2025 2025 Actual Budget 2025 Revised Actual Variance Percent @udgetarV Fund Revenues Property Taxes $ 66,225,551 $ 68,821,500 $ 68,821,500 $ 40,160,616 $ (28,660,884) 58.4% Other City Taxes: TIF Revenues 4,304,866 4,388,100 4,388,100 2,441,017 (1,947,083) 55.6% Gas/Electric Excise Taxes 748,119 656,400 656,400 373,311 (283,089) 56.9% Mobile Home Taxes 47,992 52,800 52,800 35,682 (17,118) 67.6% Hotel/Motel Taxes 2,043,186 1,750,400 1,750,400 1,335,163 (415,237) 76.3% Utility Franchise Tax 982,969 1,116,700 1.116,700 510.326 606.374 45.7% Subtotal 8,127,132 7,964,400 7,964,400 4,695,499 (3,268,901) 59.0% Licenses, Permits, & Fees: General Use Permits 99,282 107,080 107,080 72,102 (34,978) 67.3% Food & Liquor Licenses 126,923 116,700 116,700 74,029 (42,671) 63.4% Professional License 2,275 2,000 2,000 1,825 (175) 91.3% Franchise Fees 593,710 470,000 470,000 206,275 (263,725) 43.9% Construction Permits & Insp Fees 2,166,574 1,836.100 1,836,100 1,377,067 (459.033) 75.0% Misc Lic & Permits 55,391 61,000 61,000 43,732 (17,268) 71.7% Subtotal 3,044,155 2,592,880 2,592,880 1,775,030 (817,850) 68.5% Intergovernmental: Fed Intergovernmental Revenue 21,891,003 48,997,706 37,775,830 16,589,138 (21,186,692) 43.9% Property Tax Credits 1,674,917 1,404,500 1,404,500 310,924 (1,093,576) 22.1% Road Use Tax 10,580,120 10,500,000 10,500,000 6,887,313 (3,612,687) 65.6% State 28E Agreements 2,408,480 2,508,500 2,961,900 2.566,419 (395,481) 86.6% Operating Grants 68,697 54,000 54,000 65,627 11,627 121.5% Disaster Assistance 71,309 - - - - 0.0% Other State Grants 1,037,961 685,800 2,896,970 543,242 (2,353,728) 18.8% Local 28E Agreements 1,428,012 1.418,105 1.418,105 1,263.008 (155,097) 89.1% Subtotal 39,160,500 65,568,611 57.011,305 28,225,671 (28,785,634) 49.5% Charges For Fees And Services: Building & Development 663,935 478.850 478,850 272,540 (206,310) 56.9% Police Services 100,897 80,000 80,000 94,825 14,825 118.5% Animal Care Services 10,204 12,800 12,800 9,689 (3,111) 75.7% Fire Services 13,380 9,100 9,100 7,080 (2,020) 77.8% Transit Fees 64,504 - - - - #DIVl01 Culture & Recreation 659,725 644,100 644,100 478,595 (165,505) 74.3% Misc Charges For Services 75,150 67,500 67,500 41,877 (25,623) 62.0% Water Charges 11,003,126 11,084,600 11,084,600 7,674,456 (3,410,144) 69.2% Wastewater Charges 12,794,159 13,207,400 13,207,400 8,893,053 (4,314,347) 67.3% Refuse Charges 5,563,940 5,759,100 5,759,100 3,915,983 (1,843,117) 68.0% Landfill Charges 7,144,380 6,900,000 6,900,000 5,056,565 (1,843,435) 73.3% Storm Water Charges 1,885,926 1,900,000 1,900,000 1,323,718 (576,282) 69.7% Parking Charges 5,723,759 9,372.135 7.268.287 5.640.108 (1,628.119) 77.6% Subtotal 45,703,085 49,515,585 47,411,737 33,408,550 (14,003,187) 70.5% Miscellaneous: Code Enforcement 149,237 161,700 161,700 128,334 (33,366) 79.4% Parking Fines 684,633 817.000 817.000 701,669 (115,331) 85.9% Library Fines & Fees 780 1.000 1.000 359 (641) 35.9% Contributions & Donations 582,187 322,800 592,800 287,262 (305,538) 48.5% Printed Materials 21,173 17,300 17,300 16,146 (1,154) 93.3% Animal Adoption 61,514 60,500 60,500 48,362 (12,138) 79.9% Misc Merchandise 22,319 21,400 21,400 13,844 (7,556) 64.7% Intra-City Charges 6,215,701 6,782.100 6,782.100 4,951,043 (1,831,057) 73.0% Other Misc Revenue 1,317.856 866,801 3.316,961 1,497,881 (1,819,080) 45.2% Special Assessments 753 2,000 2,000 20 (1.980) 1.0% Subtotal $ 9,056,152 $ 9,052,601 $ 11,772.761 $ 7,644,920 $ (4,127.841) 64.9% 5 City of Iowa City Revenues by Type Fiscal Year 2025 through March 31, 2025 2024 2025 2025 Actual Budget 2025 Revised Actual Variance Percent Use Of Money And Property: Interest Revenues $ 10,128,915 $ 1,642,310 $ 1,642,310 $ 7,724,038 $ 6,081,728 470.3% Rents 1,603,520 1,529,075 1,529,075 1,106,108 (422,967) 72.3% Royalties & Commissions 107,306 121,000 121,000 95,091 (25,909) 78.6% Subtotal 11,839,741 3,292,385 3,292,385 8,925,236 5,632,851 271.1% Other Financial Sources: Debt Sales 11,616,402 16,350,000 49,501.575 1,438,502 (48.063,073) 2.9% Sale Of Assets 1,042,543 420,900 420,900 114,602 (306,298) 27.2% Loans 519,342 374.000 374.000 833.515 459.515 222.9% Subtotal 13,178,287 17,144,900 50,296,475 2,386,620 (47,909,855) 4.7% Total Budgetary Revenues $196.334,604 $ 223.952.862 $249.163,443 $127,222,141 (121,941,302) 51.1% Nan -Budgetary Fund Revenues Internal Service Funds $ 27,948,510 $ 27,509,501 $ 27,664,301 $ 21,951,535 $ (5,712,766) 79.3% Total Non -Budgetary Revenues $ 27.948.510 $ 27,509,501 $ 27,664,301 $ 21,951,535 $ (5,712,766) 79.3% Total Revenues -All Funds $224,283,113 $ 251,462,363 $276,827,744 $149,173,676 $(127,654,068) 53.9% 6 City of Iowa City Expenditures by Fund Fiscal Year 2025 through March 31, 2025 Budgetary Fund Expenditures General Fund 10** General Fund Special Revenue Funds 2100 Community Dev Block Grant 2110 HOME 2200 Road Use Tax Fund 2300 Other Shared Revenue 2350 Metro Planning Org of Johnson Co. 2400 Employee Benefits 2450 Emergency Levy Fund 2500 Affordable Housing Fund 2510 Iowa City Property Management 26** Tax Increment Financing 2820 SSMIDs Debt Service Fund 5*** Debt Service Enterprise Funds 710* Parking 715* Mass Transit 720* Wastewater 730* Water 7400 Refuse Collection 750* Landfill 7600 Airport 7700 Storm Water 79** Housing Authority Capital Project Funds Governmental Projects Enterprise Projects Total Budgetary Expenditures Nan -Budgetary Funds Expenditures Internal Service Funds 810* Equipment 8200 Risk Management 830* Information Technology 8400 Central Services 8500 Health Insurance Reserves 8600 Dental Insurance Reserves Total Non -Budgetary Expenditures Total Expenditures - All Funds 2024 2025 2025 2025 Actual Budget Revised Actual Variance Percent $ 71.436,486 $ 71.092,899 $ 80,786,898 $ 50,939,101 $ 29,847,797 63.1% 928,736 801,106 1,038,519 790,022 248,497 76.1% 455,862 588,371 2,928,529 969,361 1,959,168 33.1% 7,448,448 7,965,300 7,985,200 5,558,508 2,426,692 69.6% 970,786 123,700 4,452,679 3,039,949 1,412,730 68.3% 902,800 862,600 980,710 714,397 266,313 72.8% 1,739,908 1,146,925 1,146,925 992,047 154,878 86.5% 514,078 125.000 179,773 250 179,523 0.1% 1.400,194 1,030,000 1,030,000 678,632 351,368 65.9% 189,624 172,775 301,275 127.990 173,285 42.5% 2,161,320 2,727,000 2,761,800 229,630 2,532,170 8.3% 661,438 677,000 677.000 367,747 309,253 54.3% 13,189,955 13.787,740 13,787,740 1,208,883 12.578,857 8.8% 4,141,962 5,162,374 5,208,907 3,646,341 1,562,566 70.0% 9,882,655 11,956,550 17,631,700 6,552,033 11,079,667 37.2% 8,271,541 12,714,600 8,890,100 6,212,460 2,677,640 69.9% 10,590,605 10,356,952 11,192,877 7,807,945 3,384,932 69.8% 4,368,350 4,731,500 4,855,200 3,233,565 1,621,635 66.6% 6,085,972 6,079.450 6,213,503 4,427,645 1,785,858 71.3% 489,950 436,550 415,250 317,157 98,093 76.4% 623,916 681,900 681,900 415,035 266.865 60.9% 13.129,901 12,469,766 12,693,767 10,949,891 1.743.876 86.3% 20,533,547 41,047,794 74.005,769 13,376,965 60,628,804 18.1% 14,032,510 34,970,500 77,299,409 8,884,723 68,414.686 11.5% $194,150,542 $ 241.707,352 $337.145.430 $ 131.440,277 $ 205.705,153 39.0% $ 6,700,574 $ 7,894,700 $ 10,023,892 $ 5,049,803 $ 4,974.089 50.4% 2,043,847 1,320,700 1,570,700 1,008,176 562,524 64.2% 3,231,658 3,175,188 3,476.791 2,493,416 983,375 71.7% 170,690 218,900 237,452 121,638 115,814 51.2% 10,601,094 12,258,500 12,258,500 7,765,996 4,492,504 63.4% 399,145 410,200 410,200 292,150 118,050 71.2% $ 23,147,008 $ 25,278,188 $ 27,977,535 $ 16,731,179 $ 11,246,356 59.8% $217,297,550 $ 266,985,540 $365,122,965 $ 148,171,456 $ 216,951.509. 40.6% 7 City of Iowa City Expenditures by Fund by Department Fiscal Year 2025 through March 31, 2025 2024 2025 2025 2025 Actual Budget Revised Actual Variance Percent Budgetary Funds Expenditures General Fund 10** General Fund City Council $ 181,634 $ 192,500 $ 192,500 $ 135,057 $ 57,443 70.2% City Clerk 633,423 636,705 756,705 407,603 349,102 53.9% City Attorney 942,326 965,048 1,015,048 688,318 326,730 67.8% City Manager 9,910,047 6,156,340 6,988,387 3,886,431 3,101,956 55.6% Finance 4,577,205 5,529,700 5,529,700 3,611,936 1,917,764 65.3% Police 16,522,474 17,809,695 18,174,154 11,949,886 6,224,268 65.8% Fire 9,879,949 11,178,075 11,180,088 7,551,187 3,628,901 67.5% Parks & Recreation 10,243,118 10,639,040 10,720,210 7,118,154 3,602,056 66.4% Library 7,561,093 7,887,900 7,887,900 5,605,730 2,282,170 71.1% Senior Center 1,067,416 1,147,250 1,170,750 784,701 386,049 67.0% Neighborhood & Development Services 6,013,348 4,868,346 13,066,156 6,512,740 6,553,416 49.8% Public Works 3,264,174 3,668,600 3,691,600 2,385,636 1,305,964 64.6% Transportation & Resource Management 640,280 413,700 413,700 301,722 111,978 72.9% Total General Fund 71,436,486 71.092,899 80,786,898 50,939,101 29,847,797 63.1% Special Revenue Funds 2100 Community Dev Block Grant Neighborhood & Development Services 928,736 801.106 1,038,519 790,022 248,497 76.1% 2110 HOME Neighborhood & Development Services 455,862 588,371 2,928,529 969,361 1,959,168 33.1% 2200 Road Use Tax Fund Public Works 7,448,448 7,965,300 7,985,200 5,558,508 2,426,692 69.6% 2300 Other Shared Revenue Neighborhood & Development Services 970,786 123,700 4,452,679 3,039,949 1,412,730 68.3% 2350 Metro Planning Org of Johnson Co Neighborhood & Development Services 902,800 862,600 980,710 714,397 266,313 72.8% 2400 Employee Benefits Finance 1,739,908 1,146,925 1,146.925 992,047 154,878 86.5% 2450 Emergency Levy Fund City Manager 514,078 125,000 179.773 250 179,523 0.1% 2500 Affordable Housing Fund Neighborhood & Development Services 1,400,194 1,030,000 1,030.000 678,632 351,368 65.9% 2510 Iowa City Property Management Neighborhood & Development Services 189,624 172,775 301,275 127,990 173,285 42.5% 26** Tax Increment Financing Finance 2,161,320 2,727,000 2,761,800 229,630 2,532,170 8.3% 2820 SSMIDs Finance 661,438 677.000 677.000 367,747 309,253 54.3% Total Special Revenue Funds 17,373,193 16,219.777 23,482,410 13,468,533 10,013,877 57.4% Debt Service Fund 5*** Debt Service Finance 13,189,955 13,787,740 13,787,740 1.208.883 12,578,857 8.8% Total Debt Service Fund 13.189,955 13,787,740 13,787,740 1,208,883 12,578,857 8.8% 8 City of Iowa City Expenditures by Fund by Department Fiscal Year 2025 through March 31, 2025 2024 2025 2025 2025 Actual Budget Revised Actual Variance Percent Enterprise Funds 710* Parking Transportation & Resource Management $ 4,141,962 $ 5,162,374 $ 5,208.907 $ 3,646,341 $ 1,562,566 70.0% 715* Mass Transit Transportation & Resource Management 9,882,655 11,955,550 17,631,700 6,552,033 11,079,667 37.2% 720* Wastewater Public Works 8,271,541 12,714,600 8,890,100 6,212,460 2,677,640 69.9% 730* Water Public Works 10,590,605 10,356,952 11,192,877 7,807,945 3,384,932 69.8% 7400 Refuse Collection Transportation & Resource Management 4,368,350 4,731,500 4,855,200 3,233,565 1,621.635 66.6% 750* Landfill Transportation & Resource Management 6,085,972 6,079,450 6,213,503 4,427,645 1,785,858 71.3% 7600 Airport Airport Operations 489,950 436,550 415,250 317,157 98,093 76.4% 7700 Storm Water Public Works 623,916 681,900 681,900 415,035 266,865 60.9% 79** Housing Authority Neighborhood & Development Services 13,129,901 12.469.766 12.693,767 10,949,891 1,7434876 86.3% Total Enterprise Funds 57,584,852 64,588,642 67,783,204 43,562,073 24,221,131 64.3% Capital Project Funds Governmental Projects 20,533,547 41,047,794 74,005,769 13,376,965 60,628,804 18.1% Enterprise Projects 14,032,510 34,970,500 77,299.409 8,884.723 68.414,686 11.5% Total Capital Project Funds 34.566,057 76,018,294 151,305,178 22,261,688 129,043,490 14.7% Total Budgetary Expenditures $194,150,542 $ 241,707.352 $337,145,430 $ 131,440,277 $ 205.705.153 39.0% Non-Bud_qetary Funds Expenditures Internal Service Funds 810* Equipment Public Works $ 6,700,574 $ 7,894,700 $ 10,023,892 $ 5,049,803 $ 4,974,089 50.4% 8200 Risk Management Finance 2,043,847 1,320,700 1,570.700 1,008,176 562,524 64.2% 830* Information Technology Finance 3,231,658 3,175,188 3,476,791 2,493,416 983,375 71.7% 8400 Central Services Finance 170,690 218,900 237,452 121,638 115,814 51.2% 8500 Health Insurance Reserves Finance 10,601,094 12,258,500 12,258.500 7.765,996 4,492,504 63.4% 8600 Dental Insurance Reserves Finance 399.145 410.200 410.200 292,150 118,050 71.2% Total Internal Service Funds 23.147,008 25,278,188 27,977,535 16,731,179 11,246,356 59.8% Total Non -Budgetary Expenditures $ 23,147,008 $ 25,278.188 $ 27.977,535 $ 16,731,179 $ 11,246,356 59.8% Total Expenditures - All Funds $217,297,550 $ 266,985,540 $365,122.965 $ 148,171,456 $ 216,951,509 40.6% 9 Item Number: IP4. a CITY OF IOWA CITY "QF T-4 COUNCIL ACTION REPORT May 8, 2025 Memo from Grant Specialist - American Rescue Act Plan Update Attachments: Memo from Grant Specialist - American Rescue Act Plan Update I r i =ZQI�-4 CITY OF IOWA CITY MEMORANDUM Date: April 21, 2025 To: City Council From: Sam Turnbull, Grants Specialist Re: American Rescue Plan Act Update The U.S. Treasury has allocated $18.3 million to the City of Iowa City in local fiscal recovery funds through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The City has spent or encumbered that entire allocation to date. At the Sept. 7, 2021 Work Session, City Council signaled their support for the following expenditure priorities, categorized by emergent needs and strategic investments: Program 2021 Est. Range Funded Expended Status Emergent Needs: Direct Payments to $1 -$1.5M $1,184,071.19 $1,184,071.19 Complete Eligible Adults Eviction Prevention $1 - $2M $1,137,710.00 $644,612.58 In Progress Housing Repair / Relocation $500k - $1.5M $1,071,500.00 $1,071,500.00 Complete Emergency Non -Profit $500k - $1 M $485,000.00 $482,912.98 In Progress Assistance Strategic Investments: BIPOC Business Support Framework / $4 - $6M $3,980,000 $3,131,390.28 In Progress Infrastructure Social Service Needs Assessment, Capital $3 - $6M $3,000,000 $1,444,469.77 In Progress Planning & Seed Funding Affordable Housing $2.5-$6M $1,713,909.37 $1,713,613.85 In Progress Initiatives Mental Health Services $1.5 - $3M $939,082.00 $939,082.00 Complete Workforce Development $1.5 - $3M $1,250,000 $777,578.99 In Progress Climate Resiliency and No Longer Hazard Assessment $500k - $3M Planned Planning May 6, 2025 Page 2 Tourism Recovery: $250,000 Small Business, SSMID: Arts, Culture, and Tourism $1 - $2M $500,000 $225,983.14 In Progress Investments Skate Park: $500,000 (committed) Utility Accounts: $676,146.49 Lead Reduction: Complete Government $500,000 $2,313,917.44 Services and City $1 - $3M Revenue Retention Replacement Incentive: $1,135,455.50 Actual Admin *$219,457.38 *Admin reported Cost: as incurred Total 2021 Estimated Funding $18 - $38 million Range: City's ARPA Allocation: $18,325,190.00 ARPA Funds Encumbered $18,325,190.00 (includes committed): Total Unencumbered ARPA $0 Funds): Program Status Update: Emergent Priorities Direct Payments to Eligible Adults Status: Complete Amount Funded: $1,184,071 The Johnson County Direct Assistance Program received 2,238 eligible applications from throughout Johnson County. Johnson County funded the first 1,428 applicants and the City of Iowa City funded 791 applicants (472 residing in Iowa City and 319 residing outside Iowa City). Eviction Prevention Status: Amount Funded: $1,137,710 Amount Expended: $644,612.58 The pandemic created and exacerbated housing instability for many populations. Shelter House developed the Housing Stability Pilot program for ARPA-funded community eviction prevention that will extend and enhance previously allocated federal, state, and local dollars. Shelter House entered an agreement on January 10, 2023. May 6, 2025 Page 3 Housing Stability and Eviction Prevention services are fully staffed. Throughout the ARPA- funded timeframe coordinated entry has responded to 3,873 calls and 375 online portal submissions. All 69 Emergency Housing Vouchers were leased up by the 9/30/2023 deadline and in total 100 individuals have been served by EHV. Twenty-one RentWise courses have been hosted with 175 attendees. At the courthouse help desks have been staffed with 244 unique landlord contacts. To date Shelter House held four expungement clinics, one in April 2023, one in October 2023, one in March 2024, and one in April 2025 (results from the April clinic are not yet recorded) with a total of 65 attendees and 129 records expunged. Overall, 798 unique individuals (364 households) have been served with homeless prevention services. Currently 24 households are enrolled in the landlord risk mitigation program. Forest View Relocation Status: Complete Amount Funded: $1,071,500 As of February 1, 2023, all residents vacated by the deadline and were eligible for relocation assistance. In total, 80 Forest View residents received the full relocation amount of $15,750. The Center for Worker Justice worked directly with residents to assist them in obtaining affordable housing opportunities. Emergency Non -Profit Assistance Status: n PrnnrPss Amount Funded: $485,000 Amount Expended: $482,912.98 Nonprofit Operating Assistance: Applications for operating assistance were reviewed and $400,000 in funding recommendations were approved by City Council at the October 18, 2022 meeting. Twelve non-profit agencies were awarded funding. All agreements have been finalized. Eleven of the projects have expended all their funds. Of the $400,000 awarded to the twelve non -profits, $2,087.02 remains unexpended. Wage Theft: In coordination with commitments from Johnson County, Coralville, and North Liberty, Iowa City allocated $85,000 over five years to the Center for Worker Justice for an expanded campaign to confront wage theft, promote worker rights, and hire a full-time Wage Theft Organizer. The CWJ Wage Theft program has expended all funds, assisted 103 workers and recovered $95,696.42 in lost wages since May 2022. Program Status Update: Strategic Investments BIPOC Business Support Framework & Infrastructure Status: Pronres< Amount Funded: $3,980,000 Amount Expended: $3,131,390.28 In an effort to advance the recommendations in the Inclusive Economic Development Plan, the City launched an APRA-funded inclusive economic development program for underestimated May 6, 2025 Page 4 businesses and entrepreneurs located in Iowa City. On March 19, 2024 City Council approved subrecipient agreements with Dream Center ($2.9 million- $100,000 was previously awarded for technical assistance), Multicultural Development Center of Iowa ($600,000), and Wright House of Fashion ($100,000). On April 16, 2024 City Council approved subrecipient agreements with Dotlizhi LLC ($100,000), Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County ($80,000), and Tailored Tax and Accounting LLC ($100,000). To date, Dream Center has completed the renovation of their entrepreneurial hub at 611 Southgate Avenue. A total of 90 entrepreneurs are involved with Dream Center's services and they have hosted 19 workshops to date. Workshop topics have included: scaling up strategies, pitch perfect, formalizing your business, funding your business and budgeting and financial management. Wright House of Fashion has held mentoring sessions with 17 entrepreneurs, marketing strategy sessions with 16 entrepreneurs and has 40 students enrolled in the graphic design program. Multicultural Development Center has held 3 business accelerator cohorts, provided business coaching to 64 businesses and 16 businesses have received Technical Assistance grants. Dotlizhi LLC has distributed four grants to small businesses and has held 2 entrepreneurial workshops and 2 cultural outreach activities. Tailored Tax and Accounting has provided no cost financial services to 21 small businesses, held two business financial planning classes and two financial literacy workshops. Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County has held 1 financial literacy workshop with youth and one black and brown business networking event (Black in Business Swap & Shop). They have a Money Moves and Youth Entrepreneurship Bootcamp planned for next quarter. Social Services Capital Funding Program Status: In Progress Amount Funded — Free Medical Clinic: $1 million Amount Expended: $160,370.77 Amount Funded -Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County: $2 million Amount Expended: $1,284,099 With Council direction, staff developed a Non -Profit Capacity Building Capital Grant Program and released a Request for Statements of Interest in December 2022. Eight nonprofit agencies submitted a Statement of Interest for consideration under the program. The review committee held informational interviews with a set of applicants in February 2023 and developed preliminary funding recommendations, which were approved at the March 21, 2023 City Council meeting. Next Steps: Two nonprofits, Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County and Iowa City Free Medical Clinic, received preliminary funding recommendations. At Council's December 12, 2023 meeting, they approved an agreement with Iowa City Free Medical Clinic for $1,000,000 to renovate their facility. The planned renovations will increase the number of exam rooms available to an increased number of volunteer practitioners, provide accessibility to the lower level, increase medical storage (including refrigerated medication), create a dental laboratory, create administrative offices, a multi -purpose room, and acquire related medical equipment to serve a May 6, 2025 Page 5 growing number of uninsured and underinsured individuals seeking care. The project is underway and to date $160,370.77 has been expended. At Council's May 7, 2024 meeting, they approved an agreement with Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County for $2,000,000 to acquire two buildings in the Towncrest neighborhood for a Family Resource Center and an Early Childhood Center. Neighborhood Centers purchased the Early Childhood Center and Family Resource Center buildings on August 1 st. A groundbreaking was held at the Early Childhood Center on September 21, 2024. Interior renovations have begun on the Early Childhood Center. NCJC has recently obtained easement access and no build agreements with neighboring properties and construction is underway. To date $1,284,099 has been expended. The Early Childhood Center will have five licensed classrooms, for at least 50 early childcare slots, a library, computer lab, a multi -purpose space with a kitchen, and a large after -school classroom. Services at the Family Resource Center are now underway. The Family Resource Center is serving as the hub of a partnership with Johnson County focused on the Community Violence Intervention Program. Affordable Housing Initiatives Status: In Progress Amount Funded: $1,713,909.37 Amount Expended: $1,713,613.85 On June 18, 2024 City Council approved a purchase agreement for three 3-bedroom townhomes on Herbert Hoover Highway. The townhomes will be managed by the Iowa City Housing Authority and will be rented at 80% of fair market rent. The units have now been fully leased. On October 9, 2024 the City closed on vacant properties located at 1002 & 1006 N Summit St, where future development will allow the construction of up to 36 units of affordable housing. Environmental and archeological studies are completed. The City shall submit the entire environmental review for HUD approval once the State's Historic Preservation Office has reviewed and provided concurrence. Next Steps: Staff are investigating funding sources for a potential affordable housing development project at 1002 and 1006 N Summit St. Mental Health Services Status: Complete Amount Funded: $939,082 Amount Expended: $939,082 City Council approved a subrecipient agreement with CommUnity at the February 15, 2022 meeting to expand Mobile Crisis Outreach in response to the exacerbated mental health impacts of the pandemic. The project is now fully spent down. Three Mobile Crisis Response counselors work full time providing emergency response. The fleet of eight Mobile Crisis Response vehicles has allowed the program to maintain an average response time of 23 minutes within Iowa City responding to a total of 6,123 calls since February 2022. Over the course of the grant funding the program has achieved a 94.71 % hospital and jail diversion rate. May 6, 2025 Page 6 Workforce Development Status: Amount Funded - Childcare Navigator (4Cs): $100,000 Amount Expended: $ 81,229.92 Amount Funded - Pre -Apprenticeship Program (UI Labor Center): $400,000 Amount Expended: $196,349.07 Amount Funded - Childcare Workforce Development: $750,000 Amount Expended: $500,000.00 Workforce Development: An agreement with the UI Labor Center for a pre -apprenticeship program targeting underserved populations in the building and construction trades was approved by Council on December 6th, 2022. The FY25 cohort recently completed the program with a graduation on March 13, 2025. 29 residents were enrolled in the FY25 cohort and 86% of those enrollees graduated. To date 67 Iowa City enrollees have completed the program and 28% are employed in the construction trades or apprenticeship programs within one year of graduating (this number has temporarily fallen due to inclusion of the 29 individuals who graduated recently). Childcare Workforce Development: In June 2022, 4Cs and the Iowa City Area Business Partnership presented an update on regional childcare efforts and needs to City Council and recommended Council consider funding a childcare navigator position. 4Cs was awarded $100,000 in ARPA funds for the navigator position. 4C's added a consultant focused on recruitment and navigation of the childcare workforce. To date the consultant has worked with 35 Iowa City individuals interested in starting in -home childcare programs, 20 Iowa City starting strong providers (child development homes serving a high percentage of children on Childcare Assistance) and 1 registered apprentice. Since January 2025 the childcare workforce business center has been utilized 20 hours. Childcare Wage Enhancement Program: Johnson County, Better Together 2030, and other community partners presented a proposed Childcare Wage Supplement Program at the March 7, 2023 City Council Work Session. Council approved the agreement at the June 6, 2023, providing $750,000 over three years to support the Wage Enhancement Program. To date, the County has authorized payment of $368,946.90 in wage enhancements to six childcare centers in Iowa City. In August 2024 the agreement was amended to include $25,000 per year (of the original allocation) to assist in funding an Employer Engagement Program Manager. The Employer Engagement Program Manager, housed at Greater Iowa City, is working on ensuring ongoing funding for the program via employer contributions. The Wage Enhancement Program flyer, used in communication with potential employers, is attached. Johnson County contracted with the National Center for Family Centered Practice for evaluation of the Wage Enhancement Program. In March 2025 the first report from that evaluation was released. Data collection is ongoing, but the preliminary data shows staff of centers receiving Wage Enhancement had higher average wages, lower rates of absenteeism, more positive mental health ratings, stronger financial security and lower rates of material hardship. Data collection for the second survey of the Wage Enhancement Program participants and a control group is currently underway. May 6, 2025 Page 7 Climate Resilience and Hazard Assessment Planning Status: No Longer Planned Staff will continue to utilize Emergency Levy fund balance and General Fund dollars to meet our Climate Action goals. Supplemental ARPA expenditures are no longer planned. Next Steps: None. Small Business, Arts & Culture, and Tourism Investments Status: 7 Prnnrocc Amount Funded: $750,000 Amount Expended: $225,983.14 At the June 6, 2022 City Council meeting, Council approved an agreement with Think Iowa City to replace $125,000 in lost hotel/motel tax revenue due to COVID-19 and to develop and administer a $125,000 tourism and visitor recovery grant program to spur tourism and economic activity in the Iowa City area. Of the $125,000 available through the grant program, Think Iowa City has awarded nine projects to date: $7,500 to the Iowa Golden Gloves to host the 2023 Iowa Golden Gloves Championships boxing tournament in Iowa City, organized by the ICOR Boxing Club. i $15,000 to the Refocus Film Festival hosted by FilmScene in Iowa City in 2022 and 2023. ■ $30,000 to the Iowa City Downtown District to host the Winter Night Lights light display and winter programming in downtown Iowa City for 2023. • $5,000 to EntreFEST to host a two-day entrepreneurship and innovation conference in downtown Iowa City in June 2023. • $5,000 to The Black Voice Project to host the 2023 Juneteenth celebration downtown. • $5,000 to the Core4 cycling event that incorporates four fundamental surface types: gravel, b-roads, singletrack, and pavement. With 850 participants, plus spectators and support staff, the event brought over 1,200 people to Iowa City the weekend of August 19, 2023. • $5,000 to the Los Trompos temporary art exhibit downtown. a $10,000 to the Empowerment Symposium: Inspiring Black and Brown Professionals to Lead held September 19-20, 2024. • $10,000 to the African Festival of Arts and Culture held September 28, 2024. Think Iowa City continues to accept applications on a rolling basis. At the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting, Council approved Self -Supported Municipal District (SSMID) grants in the amount of $250,000 each for the two SSMIDs (South of 6 and Iowa City Downtown District). These grants provide flexible support to allow the SSMIDs to meet their organizational needs. The Iowa City Downtown District has begun utilizing funds for design of the Graduate Walkway lighting project and glass repair. South of 6 recently hired a new executive director, Maurice Davis, and is gathering quotes for projects to be undertaken this summer. May 6, 2025 Page 8 Next Steps: Staff intends to supplement the Skate Park Renovation Project in the CIP with a $500,000 award to ensure that project can be carried out in a manner that provides maximum value to the community. Once complete, the facility will be a regional tourism draw and a premiere community recreational amenity along the Iowa River. Public input has been gathered on the Skate Park design. Staff have been notified that a $250,000 Federal Land and Water Conservation Fund grant will also be able to be utilized for this project and are awaiting review of the grant and a release of funds from the National Park Service before the project can be bid. Construction is anticipated for late 2025 or 2026. Government Services and Revenue Replacement Status: In Progress Amount Expended: $2,518,193.34 Utility Assistance Program Council approved the resolution authorizing Utility Billing Revenue Replacement at their September 6, 2022 meeting, bringing utility accounts current as of June 1, 2022 and resuming regular collection procedures. The total cost for Utility Billing Revenue Replacement was $676,146.49. Administrative Expenses Administrative expenses attributed to ARPA are paid through the interest derived from the City's receipt of ARPA funds. Total administrative costs incurred to date is $219,457.38. Lead Reduction Council approved the resolution authorizing $500,000 for a City administered program to assist property owners with replacement of their lead water service lines at their November 6, 2023 meeting. This program will help qualifying property owners avoid unplanned, costly repairs and can be successfully launched without placing the burden on utility customers. The program has enabled 24 households to replace their lead or lead contaminated service lines to date, provided 64 NSF 53 certified pitcher filters with 1,536 filter replacements and completed two verification digs. The related insurance program has had more than 2,000 sign ups with about 12 claims serviced. Workforce Retention Incentive Council approved the resolution authorizing $1,135,455.50 for worker retention incentive bonuses to employees in the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees and Administrative, Confidential and Executive employee groups on December 12, 2023. The incentive is in response to an increase in turnover rates and a shrinking applicant pool for many critical positions. 515 employees received the bonus in December 2023. hoildcare Solutions A JOHNSON COUNTY COMMUNITY OF COLLABORATION t STRENGTHEN CHILDCARE WORKFORCE The average wage of childcare workers is $12.54. The WEP raises wages to help retain skilled workers and attract quality new talent, improving quality and consistency for early -age children. We strive to make quality childcare affordable and accessible through sustainable public -private partnerships and drive community awareness of these important workforce issues. On average, childcare workers are the lowest -paid among tracked professions, earning less than workers in other industries. As a result, the turnover rate in this critical field is far higher than desired. The Wage Enhancement Program (WEP) provides an additional $2 per hour, plus associated taxes, to employees at qualifying childcare centers. This initiative is essential for retaining experienced childcare professionals and making the field a more sustainable and viable career choice. With better support for our childcare workforce, we can ensure higher -quality care and greater consistency, paving the way for a brighter future for the leaders of tomorrow. SUPPORTING FAMILIES AND LOCAL ECONOMIES 76% of children under 6 have all available parents in the workforce. Preventing staff shortages and expanding capacity without raising costs, the program helps parents stay in or return to work. BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE SOLUTION FOR THE FUTURE With public funding from Iowa City and Johnson County ending in 2026, families and providers are vulnerable. Investment is essential to address child care needs, benefiting businesses, families, and the community. Childcare Solutions A JOHNSON COUNTY COMMUNITY OF COLLABORATION The Wage Enhancement Program is helping stabilize Iowa's childcare workforce and expand access for families. WAGE ENHANCEMENT = MORE SLOTS Childcare availability increased 30%, peaking at 50% before leveling off. LOWER TURNOVER, STRONGER TEAMS WEP-participating centers had 10% lower staff turnover than non -participating ones. 50% W BETTER ACCESS FOR FAMILIES A 7.4% increase in Child Care Assistance (CCA) expanded access for low-income families. MORE FULL-TIME STAFF, FEWER VACANCIES Full-time staffing rose 56%, while open full-time positions dropped 65%. 556 Item Number: IP5. CITY OF IOWA CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT May 8, 2025 2024 Office of Human Rights Annual Review Attachments: 2024 OHR Annual Review lkkk�;Jo OF HUMgH �4� cy� O N c/TY�F IOWPG\�� mmc.• 1 YEAR IN REVIEW January 2024 - December 2024 www.icgov.org/humanrights Human Rights Commission Doug Kollasch - Chair Kelsey Paul Shantz- Vice Chair Idriss Abdullahi Emily Harkin Roger Lusala Jahnavi Pandya Mark Pries Via na Qadou ra Elizabeth Mendez -Shannon Human Rights Staff Stefanie Bowers - Coordinator Kristin Watson - Investigator Madison Tarbox - Comm. Assistant Pictured on the cover is commission chair, Doug Kollasch, and Award recipient, Ellen McCabe, accepting for The Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County at the 2024 Human Rights Awards. "WHERE, AFTER ALL, DO UNIVERSAL HUMAN RIGHTS BEGIN? IN SMALL PLACES, CLOSE TO HOME." - ELEANOR ROOSEVELT 2 THE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION The Iowa City Human Rights Commission was established in 1963, and its primary duty is to promote and protect human rights within the community. Specifically, the Commission works to address discrimination and ensure equal access in the areas of credit, housing, employment, public accommodations, and education. It also provides education and advocacy to ensure that all people, regardless of their race, gender, religion, disability, or other protected status, are treated with dignity and respect. Pictured (second row from left): Mark Pries, Viana Qadoura, Elizabeth Mendez -Shannon, Jahnavi Pandya, Roger Lusala; (first row from left) Kelsey Paul Shantz, Doug Kollasch. Not Pictured. Idriss Abdullahi, Emily Harkin Committees As of 2024, the Iowa City Human Rights Commission had three active subcommittees. These subcommittees played a crucial role in advancing the Commission's mission to promote and protect human rights within the community. • Breaking Bread: Bringing people together to learn from one another and practice creating community across previous lines of tension. • Reciprocal Relationships: Developing deeper relationships with other community organizations, including nonprofits, government commissions, and schools. • Bridging the Gap: Developing stronger individual and collective relationships with the City Council. Sponsorships In 2024 the Commission was able to provide financial assistance to the following events: • Coralville Asian Festival • Johnson County United Nations Association's Human Rights: Engagement into Action 3 THE OFFICE OF HUMAN RIGHTS The Human Rights Office serves as a guiding force for equality within our community. By enforcing local, state, and federal anti -discrimination laws, the office helps uphold the promise of fair treatment for all. The work focuses on protecting and advancing the civil and human rights of every individual —especially those who are most vulnerable. The Human Rights Office is committed to addressing discrimination and ensuring accountability for violations of discrimination laws. The City's Human Rights Ordinance protects individuals from discrimination based on the following characteristics: age, color, creed, disability, familial status, gender identity, marital status, national origin, presence or absence of dependents, source of income derived from public assistance, race, religion, sex, and sexual orientation. • Fair Housing Housing is a basic need, and the ability to access housing without discrimination is a right to which all people should have access. In 1968, recognizing the great damage that housing discrimination can do to individuals, families and communities, Congress passed the Fair Housing Act to prohibit discrimination in housing based on race, color, religion, national origin or sex. The Act was later amended to include disability and family status and continues today to be a critical tool in combating discrimination. • Employment Access to fair employment is a cornerstone of economic opportunity. When workplace discrimination occurs, it can deeply impact individuals and families. The Office of Human Rights works to combat employment discrimination and ensure that all individuals are treated fairly in the workplace. The office upholds laws such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits employment discrimination and retaliation based on race, color, sex, religion, and national origin. • Public Accommodations Everyone has the right to access public spaces free from discrimination. Under Title II of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, it is illegal to discriminate based on race, color, religion, or national origin in places of public accommodation — including hotels, restaurants, theaters, and other spaces open to the public. • Education Equal access to education is fundamental to individual growth and opportunity. Discrimination in schools can limit a student's potential and contribute to long-term harm. The office works to ensure that all students —regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or religion —have the right to learn in an environment that is free from discrimination. • Credit Credit discrimination limits access to financial tools that are essential for personal and economic growth. When individuals are unfairly denied credit, it can prevent them from buying a home, pursuing education, starting a business, or managing unexpected expenses. Enforcing fair lending laws helps ensure that all qualified applicants have a fair chance to participate in the economy. 4 HUMAN RIGHTS GRANT Each year, the City offers Human Rights Grants to organizations that are working to: 1. Build community capacity to organize around human rights issues. 2. Strengthen the ability to mobilize communities in support of human rights. 3. Educate the public on human rights by organizing and facilitating public forums that cover a wide range of related topics The Commission plays a vital role in recommending organizations for funding based on their impact and efforts in promoting human rights. These grants support initiatives that raise community awareness and strengthen advocacy. They are a key way the City actively invests in advancing human rights at the local level. 2024 Human Rights Grant Recipients* Better Together Community Development Corporation CommUnity Crisis Center Domestic Violence Intervention Program Eastern Iowa Chapter of Asian Pacific American Public Affairs Escucha Mi Voz Iowa Houses Into Homes Indigenous Art Alliance Inside Out Reentry Community Open Heartland United Action for Youth Wright House of Fashion i 14 I t - - A4 2.;., F 7-3. Wright House of Fashion Summer 2024 educational workshops 4-6. Houses into Homes kitchen starter sets prepared for donation 7-8. Inside Out Reentry Community's Creative Collective art workshops for members of their reentry program *Previously known as RESJ Grant. 5 OUTREACH AND EDUCATION The Office provides a range of informational presentations and training sessions designed to educate the community on important issues related to the City's Human Rights Ordinance. These sessions cover a variety of topics, such as: • Fair Housing: Educating individuals and organizations about their rights and responsibilities related to housing, including protections against discrimination in renting, buying, and lending. • Unlawful Discrimination: Providing information about what constitutes unlawful discrimination, including discrimination based on race, gender, disability, religion, and other protected categories, and how individuals and organizations can prevent it and address violations. Educational efforts play a crucial role in raising awareness by empowering individuals with knowledge. As communities become more informed about their rights and responsibilities, they are better equipped to advocate for themselves and participate more confidently in civic and social life. Fair Housing Training Greater Iowa City Apartment Association Disability & Fair Housing Lunch & Learn Housing Providers Tenant's Rights Workshop Community Members � r kWW a 34th Annual ADA Celebration Community Members NANdw Toother! GMEN .EAillil. DU &*LNSP-IRING GENERATION � ram. ■} � .. � . _ 'W1 0M 5s T f iit cJf'�./Y�x'f 504 /��BQ4'J January 25 at Noon via Zoom Presented by Bill Bigelow J LENS sEalrs Ro.aaWma finorlawcn LENS ERes nm�b,be M�ome,ry Qa,ry��amaaa�ma ' WHY ARE THEY t , _ so � loin u CONFLICTS IN I I , CULTURAL CONTEXT I � Thursday, April 18 0 0 1-3 PM � � 24015coC BIW SE IowaCry L 0 lif'1 E, LENS ` „Ns°Ea Presented by Sunday Goshit sEalra .. ��fma ae'ny RESISTING COLONIZATION, REMATRIATING THE LAND AND THE WORLD AROUND US, AND MUCH MORE Aconversad with Siloowis Nnbiss, BA, MA �ra �,an.eoire,m,. e,�rwasaenon so<ixy Thursday June 13 Noon-1 PM via Zoom Disability and Fair Housing Training In celebration of the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act Thursday, July 25 from Noon-1 pm (In person) Presented by Kristin Watson, JD Human Rights Inve.Hgatorfor the Cityof Iowa City HE ADDRESS BOOKAND AT STREET ADDRESSES Fostering welcomingEVEAL ABOUT IDENTITY, Environments ThroughE, WEALTH, AND POWER Inclusive Dialogue [RWA Workshop Facilitation Followed by AFireside Cht twith Fire Side chat with Suneyana Dumala , Deirdre Mask ro,a�a,icome Thursday, December 5 Tuesday, September 24 12:00-1:00 PM nry P,mak ub,ars5:30-7:30 pm (program starts at 6 pm)Iowa wa City Public Library, Meeting R—AS SERIES !® LENS SERIES P;V COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT At the heart of the Commission's work is the facilitation of dialogue and meaningful engagement. Through strategic collaboration and outreach, the Commission fosters connections that support informed decision -making and drive impactful, community - centered initiatives. I 1. Pries and Lusala celebrate Juneteenth 2. Commissioners table during Indigenous Peoples' Day 3. Commissioners and Staff meet with delegates from the country of Georgia 4. Pries and Qadoura attend the Welcome Festival Intercultural Celebration S. Commissioners work on their strategic plan G. Abdullahi tables for Mental Health Day 7. Qadoura and Mendez -Shannon host a Meet and Greet a Abdullahi speaks at the Palestine Children's Relief Fund benefit 9. Qadoura tables during the Health and Safety Expo CEREMONIES Each year, the Commission hosts two distinct events: an Awards Breakfast to honor individuals and organizations whose efforts have significantly contributed to community well-being, and a Youth Awards Dinner to recognize the achievements of young people. Both events celebrate contributions that expand opportunities and strengthen connections across local communities. Human Rights Award 2024 Honorees (first row from left): Deb Dun khase, Grace PuIido, Emma G. Anderson, Lynette Jacoby, Ellen McCabe, Leonard Sandler. Youth Human Rights Award 2024 Recipients (alphabetical order): Nahomi Andino Izaguirre, ZairaAhmad, Nathan Chen, Mira Gibbons, Lillian Graham, Dexter Hanna, Emma Hong, Israel Johnson, Aaron Kang, Jules Keranen, Kamakshee Kuchhal, Jerry Li, Jeremiah Medema, Alexander Moss, Amaris Rodriguez, Kalea Seaton, Jack Sun, Thomas Tong, Olive Ubeda, Elinor Weitz, Sidney Westgard, Anne Wilmoth, Laila Zastrow, Alisa Zhou, Sonya Zhu. 7 COLLABORATIONS Both the Office and the Commission actively collaborate with community partners on a wide range of topics and initiatives. By working closely with local organizations, advocacy groups, and City departments, the Office and Commission amplify community voices and develop solutions that are centered on local needs. These partnerships not only broaden the impact of the efforts but also ensure that initiatives are shaped by the real experiences of those most affected, resulting in work that is more effective, responsive, and sustainable. IN RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL DAY OF RACIAL HEALING: A Community Screening of The Road to Justice Monday, February 19 — 6-7:30PM I— CI Iowa City Public Library AAW Meeting Room A Iowa Statewide Featured Guest: Human/Civil Rights Session Iowa LGBTQIA+ © a RIGHTS schools 1b IlLk Information Session Jo n leaders fi—nous statewide Human & C'wl Right, Comm ,, ons ant Iowa Sate Schools for an esseirt al'ntormat on Bess on on legal protections and -table to the I-GBTQW --ntyWe MR rover topics such as d'scnm nal on, healthcare access support ng students, and other cnbcal 'ni—eon. There Will also be a Q&A ,am to answer quest We you may have. ❑` ..,. .oafs Wednesday, Register Here: O ❑ Au9 ust7th a9' Startinga v t 6 PM vie Zoom 1� LET'S TALK TUESDAY, JULY 2, 2024 6:00-7:30 PM i, AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM OF IOWA a5.M AVE SE CEDAR RAPIDS, IA ( ! °PNe Civil Alghtea9 toP.S wirhn - literary discussion b.— former From Dubuque to d r apidsC°mm °it>sd°°i tdetsnvednrenaamanaaaln°.. Selma b Beyond °r�� avo�te �acasam. myj.mq.Ud rrtdR.6-iwd,,,erk. p ..o SCANQR CODETO DAV E M ARK WA RD I�. REGISTER '' AN RIC 1MEICAN MBiia'"n� Mp4p�p ��� TENANTS' RIGHTS " THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 1 6 — 7:30 PM preregstretion is encouraged. Scan QR mde to re9isler ® ' . DUE BY APRIL EQUITY, INCLUSION & ACCESS 24 TRAINING INTEREST SURVEY The Community Foundation, along with the City of Iowa City Office of Human Rights and Equity and the City of North Liberty, invite you to participate In an interest form survey to help us design a future Equity, Inclusion, and Access Training for Nonprofit. cammalX7C\ �`� North Liberty of Johruon C—ey e . I!1)11 -FJ1 iU� f E69f 1 fJ/�°i e �4 9 10 GOALS TRACKING Community Engagement Metrics Measuring programs, workshops, and tools that advance City and community goals related to human rights. FY 2023 FY 2024 Programs 28 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 Attendees 1000 0 200 400 600 800 1000 Public Outreach Impact Measuring Office and Commission outreach and engagement with communities to improve access and participation. FY 2023 FY 2024 Social Media Subscribers News Releases Listserve Subscribers 0 100 500 2346 1000 1500 2000 2500 Participation Statistics Evaluating joint efforts with City divisions and local organizations to connect with the entire community. 10 FY 2023 FY 2024 Program Collaborations Public Events 0 2 4 11 14 14 6 8 10 12 14 RECOGNIZING COMMITMENT. EMBRACING THE FUTURE. Outgoing Commissioners Chair Kollasch recognized the dedication and service of the following commissioners, whose terms concluded in 2024: Ahmed Ismail Sylvia Jons (not pictured) Jahnavi Pandya Ahmed Ismail Jahnavi Pandya 2025 and Beyond As we build on the momentum of past accomplishments, the Office and Commission remain committed to deepening impact in the year ahead. Plans are underway to launch new initiatives, expand community partnerships, and continue advancing our shared mission. We are deeply grateful to the City departments, community members, partner organizations, and dedicated supporters who participate in our meetings, contribute to our efforts, and help drive meaningful, lasting change. "The future depends on what we do in the present." — Mahatma Gandhi WOMEN'S HISTORY MON J Ire `r�` THE ENS11hil '�� ❑ M 0 Get info on upcoming programs and icgov.org/Subscribe events in our monthly newsletter. Follow us on Instagram! @ichumanrights ADA SWITN ®oisa9iunes acr ® 199D-2023 ���..,, Qn- r .. JUNETEENTH irk, F 0