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October 21, 2025 Iowa City City Council Agenda Page 1
Public Comment for items on the agenda:
Council cannot engage in discussion or debate until the appropriate time for Council discussion.
However, once the commenter has left the podium, Council may ask staff to respond to a concern
or question posed by the public, or to follow up with the speaker.
Call to Order
2. Proclamations
2.a Community Planning Month — ^te e wi z-rKciri V,4c
2.b Gamma Phi Beta, Rho Chapter- 110th Anniversary Homecoming —
2.c United Nations Day— g i j ow YY(C�Q PA�O A ��
3. Consent Calendar - Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections, as 'Ree� Lc'-]3or-n e-
recommended by the City Clerk) Lissc Glx Jer5or
3.a Work Session Minutes: October 7
3.b Formal Summary of Minutes: October 7
4. Consent Calendar - Receive and File Minutes
4.a Board of Adjustment: September 10
4.b Civil Service Commission: October 7
4.c Climate Action Commission: September 8
4.d Economic Development Committee: August 6
4.e Historic Preservation Commission: August 14
41 Parks & Recreation Commission: September 10
4.g Planning & Zoning Commission: August 27 [See Recommendations]
4.h Planning & Zoning Commission: September 3 [See Recommendations]
4.i Public Art Advisory Committee: September 4
4.j Senior Center Commission: August 21
5. Consent Calendar - Permit Motions and Resolution (as recommended by the City Clerk)
5.a Liquor License - Ownership Change
1. Class C Retail Alcohol License for PC Iowa City, LLC (LC0047706),
dba Roxxy, 127 E. College St.
5.b Liquor License - New
1. Class B Retail Alcohol License for Thoma Market LLC (App-228667), dba
Thoma Market LLC, 1331 Muscatine Ave.
5.c Liquor License - Renewal
1. Class C Retail Alcohol License for PC Iowa City, LLC (LC0047706),
dba Roxxy, 127 E. College St.
2. Class C Retail Alcohol License for JTE Restaurants LLC (LC0050189),
dba estelas fresh mex, 184 E. Burlington St.
3. Class C Retail Alcohol License for ARAMARK Sports and Entertainment
Services, LLC (LC0044854), dba ARAMARK, 456 Carver Hawkeye
Arena
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4. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Lusarti, Inc. (LC0035004) (Sidewalk
Cafe), dba Quinton's Bar and Deli, 215 E. Washington St.
5. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Island Vybz Rastarant, Inc.
(LC0051782), dba Island Vybz Rastarant, Inc., 382 Highway 1 W.
6. Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for Jimmy Jack's, Inc.
(BW0098510), dba Jimmy Jack's Rib Shack, 1940 Lower Muscatine Rd.
7. Outdoor Service Area for or Jimmy Jack's, Inc. (BW0098510), dba
Jimmy Jack's Rib Shack, 1940 Lower Muscatine Rd.
8. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Colonial Bowling, Inc. (LC0051825),
dba Colonial Bowling Inc, 2253 Old Highway 218 S.
9. Class B Retail Alcohol License for Hy-Vee, Inc. (LG0000902), dba Hy-
Vee Fast & Fresh #1, 260 Stevens Dr.
6. Consent Calendar- Resolutions and Motions
6.a Iowa River Powerhouse Dam Repair Project.
Resolution rejecting all bids received October 14, 2025 for the Iowa
River Powerhouse Dam Repair Project.
Comment: This agenda item rejects the bids received on October 14, 2025 for the
Iowa River Powerhouse Dam Repair Project. One (1) bid was submitted prior to
the October 14, 2025 deadline:
Bidder Name
City
Bid
Tricon General
Cedar Rapids, IA
$1,686,000.00
Construction, Inc.
Engineer's Estimate
$675,000.00
The lowest responsive bid submitted exceeded the Engineer's Estimate of probable
cost by more than 100%, and staff recommends that Council reject the bid.
7. Consent Calendar- Setting Public Hearings
7.a Downtown SSMID Renewal
Motion setting a public hearing for November 18, 2025, on an Ordinance to re-
establish the Iowa City Downtown Self -Supported Municipal Improvement
District for a period of ten years in accordance with Iowa Code Chapter 386.
Comment: On September 12, 2025, a petition for the re-establishment of the Iowa
City Downtown Self Supported Municipal Improvement District (SSMID) for ten
(10) years was filed with the City Clerk. The petition contains signatures of at least
25% of the property owners representing at least 25% of the assessed valuation in
the proposed district as required by state law. Pursuant to State Code, the
Planning and Zoning Commission has prepared an Evaluative Report regarding
the proposed district. The next step is to set and post notice of a public hearing to
consider an Ordinance re-establishing the Iowa City Downtown Self -Supported
Municipal Improvement District for a period of ten years in accordance with Iowa
Code Chapter 386.
October 21, 2025 Iowa City City Council Agenda Page 3
7.b Terrell Mill Roller Park Project
Resolution setting a public hearing on November 3, 2025 on project manual and
estimate of cost for the construction of the Terrell Mill Roller Park 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.
Comment: This agenda item begins the bidding process for the Terrell Mill Roller
Park Project. This project generally includes replacing the aging skate park with
a new skate park, as well as introducing a new bicycle pump track. The
estimated cost of construction is $1,820,000.
8. Consent Calendar- Correspondence
8.a Establishment of "No Parking Any Time"
Establishment of a "No Parking Any Time" parking prohibition on the south side
of Lower West Branch Road from Kenneth Drive to Brentwood Drive.
End of Consent Calendar
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9. Community Comment [items not on the agenda (until 7 PM)]
Public comment is intended so that members of the public may be heard by Council.
Because Community Comment is for items not properly noticed on the agenda,
Council cannot engage in discussion or debate due to open meetings laws.
Individuals will be provided 3 minutes to speak. The Community Comment period
will end at 7:00 p.m. unless an extension is needed to meet a minimum 30 minutes
of total time allocated for the Community Comment period.
The Mayor reserves the right to reduce the 3 minute period based on the
number of individuals desiring to speak. Additional comments can be sent to
the City Council via council@io"wla--ciitty.org or through the City Clerk's Office.
October 21, 2025 Iowa City City Council Agenda Page 4
10. Planning & Zoning Matters
10.a Zoning Code Amendment - Floodplain Management Standards
Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning, related to the City's Floodplain
as _ q Management Standards to ensure the community's continued participation and
eligibility in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) (REZ25-0013). (Second
Consideration)
Comment: On September 3, 2025, the Planning and Zoning Commission
recommended approval of REZ25 -0007 by a vote of 4 -0 (Miller, Elliott,
Beining absent). Approval will amend Title 14, Zoning, related to the City's
Floodplain Management Standards to ensure the community's continued
participation and eligibility in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
Staff is requesting expedited action.
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11. Regular Formal Agenda
11.a Ordinance Adopting and Incorporating SUDAS Design Manual and Specifications
Ordinance amending Titles 15, 16, and 18 of the City Code to adopt and
incorporate the SUDAS Design Manual and Specifications, General Supplemental
Design Standards and Specifications, and City of Iowa City Design Supplement
610-0 and Specifications.
4-9 V+ Comment: This is an ordinance amending Titles 15, 16, and 18 of the City Code to
align City design standards with statewide design standards established in the
SUDAS Design Manual, General Supplemental Design Standards, and City of
Iowa City Design Supplement as the City's new design standards for use in all
public improvement projects and construction within the right- of -way, as well as
any extraterritorial areas required to be built to City standards pursuant to any
fringe area agreement. The City currently uses the Iowa City Interim Municipal
Design Standards, adopted in March 1996, for the design of public improvements,
and the SUDAS Standard Specifications, General Supplemental Specifications,
and City Supplemental Specifications as specifications for all public improvements
projects. State law requires a public hearing on the adoption of a statewide code. A
copy of the proposed ordinance and the SUDAS manual are available in the City
Clerk's office.
1. Public1,/L.PH�earing
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11.b
Animal Care and Adoption Center Training Addition Project
Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction of
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the Animal Care and Adoption Center Training Addition Project, establishing
amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to post notice
to bidders, and fixing a time and place for receipt of bids.
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Comment: This project generally includes an approximately 1,400 square foot
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The estimated construction cost is $940,000 available within the Animal Shelter
— Training Annex account # Y4449.
1. Public Hearing
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Sale of Western Half of Outlot C, Industrial Campus
Resolution authorizing conveyance of western approximate one-half of Outlot C
in Iowa City Industrial Campus.
Comment: Iowa City Industrial Campus is a shovel -ready parcel for industrial use
located on 420th Street. City staff has negotiated a purchase agreement for the
western approximate one-half of Outlot C (approximately 20 acres) to
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MidAmerican Energy Company for $1.15 per square foot. This resolution approves
the purchase agreement.
1. Public Hearing
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2. Consider a Resolution
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11.d Historic Preservation Restriction on Sanxay-Gilmore House
Resolution approving the Agreement for Restrictive Covenant with the Board of
a 5 - as I Regents for 109 E. Market Street commonly known as the Sanxay-Gilmore
House.
Comment: In 2003 the City agreed to vacate and convey to the Board of Regents
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a section of Grand Ave. Ct. on the condition the Regents executed a restrictive
covenant that imposed the City's historic preservation requirements on 32 Melrose
Avenue commonly known as the Cannon -Gay House. The Regents own 109 E.
Market St. commonly known as the Sanxay-Gilmore House, which is considered
the oldest known residence in Iowa City. This resolution approves an agreement
that releases the historic preservation covenant on the Cannon -Gay House and
imposes a similar historic preservation covenant on the Sanxay-Gilmore House.
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Sister Cities Program
Resolution establishing a Sister City program framework for the City of Iowa City.
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Comment: In April 2024, City Council directed the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem to
explore establishment of a Sister City program for consideration by the City
Council. This resolution proposes establishment of a nonprofit organization to
manage program operations, including evaluating requests for new partnerships,
making recommendations to the Iowa City Council, and coordinating exchanges.
While the City would not provide financial or staff support beyond its normal
course of duties, City Council will consider Sister City partnership recommended
by said organization so long as it meets certain criteria established by Council to
ensure accountability and alignment with community priorities.
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12. Council Appointments
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Housing & Community Development Commission
Housing & Community Development Commission - One vacancy to fill an
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unexpired tens, upon appoi tment - June 30, 2027 (Karol Krotz
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Airport Zoning Commission
Airport Zoning Commission - One vacancy to fill a six -year term, January 1, 2024
December 31, 2029 (Term expired for Dennis Keitel).
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13. Announcement of Vacancies - New
13.a Announcement of Vacancies - New
Planning & Zoning Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - June 30, 2026 (Scott Quellhorst resigned).
Correspondence included in Council Packet.
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 2, 025.
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14. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
14.a Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year term,
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2030 (Term expires for Andreas Wilz).
Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year term, January 1, 2026
- December 31, 2030 (Tenn expires for Nancy Carlson).
Board of Appeals - One vacancy for a Licensed Electrician to fill a five -year
term, January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2030 (Term expires for Gt Karr). (If a
qualified trade representative does not submit an application within three (3)
months of the announcement of the vacancy, a member may be appointed who
is qualified by experience and training to pass on matters pertaining to building
construction)
Climate Action Commission - Three vacancies to fill three-year terms, January 1,
2026 - December 31, 2028 (Terms expire for Angie Smith, Jamie Gade, Michelle
Sillman).
Human Rights Commission - Three vacancies to fill three- year terms, January 1,
2026 - December 31, 2028 (Terms expire for Talya Miller, Viana Qadoura, Mark
Pries).
Parks & Recreation Commission - Three vacancies to fill four-year terms,
January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2029 (Terms expire for Missie Forbes, Brian
Morelli, Connie Moore).
Public Art Advisory Committee - One vacancy for an At -Large representative to fill
a three-year term, January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028 (Term expires for Andrea
Truitt).
Public Art Advisory Committee - One vacancy for an Art or Design Professional
to fill a three- year term, January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028 (Tenn expires for
Stephanie Brunia).
Senior Center Commission - Two vacancies to fill three-year terms, January
1, 2026 - December 31, 2028 (Terms expire for Jay Gilchrist, Warren Paris).
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
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Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year term,
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2028 (Term expired for Heather Flynn).
Board of Appeals - One vacancy for an HVAC Professional to fill an unexpired
term, upon appointment - December 31, 2028 (Nicolas Yost resigned). (If a
qualified trade representative does not submit an application within three (3)
months of the announcement of the vacancy, a member may be appointed who
is qualified by experience and training to pass on matters pertaining to building
construction)
Historic Preservation Commission - One vacancy for a Brown St representative
to fill a three-year term, July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2028 (Term expired for Christina
Welu-Reynolds).
Historic Preservation Commission - One vacancy for a Jefferson St
representative 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 - One vacancy for a Woodlawn Ave
representative 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 —,See e>,+y-a--
16. Report on Items from City Staff
. City Manager's Office
. City Attorney
. City Clerk
17. Adjourn
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