HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-07-05 Council minutes *REVISED 9/14/05
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City ~
Clerk's Office 356-5040.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
JULY 5, 2005
* Iowa City City Council, regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Lehman
presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Elliott, Lehman, O'Donnell,
Vanderhoef, Wilburn. Absent: None. Staff members present Atkins, Helling, Dilkes, Karr,
Franklin, Shaffer. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 05-41, Side 1.
The Mayor proclaimed The Right to Vote Act of 1965 - August 6, 2005, Mayor Pro tem
Wilburn accepting. Council Member Vanderhoef requested copies of the proclamation be
mailed to Iowa's congressional delegation.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Bailey, that the following items and
recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as
amended:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk: June 20, Special Council Formal Official and Complete; June 20, Regular
Council Work Session; June 21, Regular Council Formal Official and Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Planning
and Zoning Public Hearing - April 28, 2005; Planning and Zoning Commission - May
5, 2005; Senior Center Commission - May 18, 2005; Public Library Board of
Trustees - May 26, 2005.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk.
New: Class B Beer Permit for Jimmy Jack's, Inc., dba Jimmy Jack's Rib Shack, 1940
Lower Muscatine Rd.; Outdoor Service Area for Jimmy Jack's, Inc., dba Jimmy Jack's
Rib Shack, 1940 Lower Muscatine Rd.; Special Class C Liquor License for P&M
Restaurant, Inc., dba Sushi Po Po, 726 Mormon Trek Blvd. Renewal: Class C
Liquor License for Roy L. Chopek/Walter L. "Bud" Ott, Post #17dba American Legion,
Roy L. Chopek Post #17, 3016 Muscatine Ave.; Class C Liquor License for Vito's of
Iowa City, Inc., dba Vito's, 118 E. College St.; Class E Liquor License for Hartig Dru9
Co, Inc., dba Hartig Drug Store#10, 701 Mormon Trek Blvd.; Class C Liquor License
for I.C. Mill Associates, LLC, dba Mill Restaurant, 120 E. Burlington St.; Class C Beer
Permit for FAP Enterprises, Inc., dba Gasby's East, 2303 Muscatine Ave.; Class C
Liquor License for Iowa City Aerie #695 Fraternal Order of Eagles dba Fraternal Order
of Eagles, Iowa City Aerie #695, 225 Hwy 1 West. RES. 05-218, ISSUE DANCING
PERMIT to I.C. Mill Associates, LLC, dba Mill Restaurant, 120 E. Burlington St.
and Iowa City Aerie #695 Fraternal Order of Eagles dba Fraternal Order of Eagles,
Iowa City Aerie #695, 225 Hwy 1 West.
Resolutions: RES. 05-219, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING A MORTGAGE
FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1310 FOSTER ROAD, 1241 MOSES BLOOM
LANE, 1221 MOSES BLOOM LANE, 1201 MOSES BLOOM LANE, 1287 & 1287½
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final offiCial copy, contact the City
Clerk's Office 356-5040.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
JULY 5, 20O5
City Council, regular meeting, at City Hall. Mayor Lehman presiding.
Council ;rs present: Bailey, Champion, Elliott, Lehman, O'Donnell, Vanderhoef,
Wilburn. None. Staff members present Atkins, Helling, Dilkes, Karr, Franklin,
Shaffer. inures tape recorded on Tape 05-41, Side 1.
The Mayor ~claimed The Right to Vote Act of 1965 - August Mayor Pro tem
Wilburn accepting. Member Vanderhoef requested copies proclamation be
mailed to Iowa's con sional delegation.
Moved by seconded by Bailey, that the followin and
recommendations in the Isent Calendar be received, or app and/or adopted as
amended:
Approval of Actions, subject to as recommended by the
City Clerk: June 20, S Council Formal Officia nd Complete; June 20, Regular
Council Work Session; 21, Regular Council ~rmal Official and Complete.
Receive and File Mira, ;s of Boards :ommissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become only in separate Council action): Planning
and Zoning Public Hearing - Ap~ 2005 g and Zoning Commission - May
5, 2005; Senior Center Commissk 8, 2005; Public Library Board of
Trustees - May 26, 2005.
Permit Motions and as Recommended by the City Clerk.
New: Class B Beer Permit for Jimm~ Inc., dba Jimmy Jack's Rib Shack, 1940
Lower Muscatine Rd.; Outdoor Se ,a for Jimmy Jack's, Inc., dba Jimmy Jack's
Rib Shack, 1940 Lower Muscatir Rd.; Sp~ial Class C Liquor License for P&M
Restaurant, Inc., dba Sushi 726 Mormon Trek Blvd. Renewal: Class C
Liquor License ~or Roy L. Ch L. "B~" Ott, Post #17dba American Legion,
Roy L. Chopek Post #17, 3 Muscatine Ave.; Glass C Liquor License for Vito's of
Iowa City, Inc., dba Vito's 18 E. College St.; Cla§~ E Liquor License for Hartig Drug
Co, Inc., dba Hartig Dru~ 0,701 Mormon Trek Blvd.; Class C Liquor License
for I.C. Mill Associates dba Mill Restaurant, 120 E. Burlington St.; Class C Beer
Permit for FAP Enter Inc., dba Gasby's East, 2303 Muscatine Ave.; Class C
Liquor License for City Aerie #695 Fraternal Order of Eagles dba Fratemal Order
of Eagles, Iowa Aerie #695, 225 Hwy 1 West. RES. 05~218, ISSUE DANCING
PERMIT to I.C. Associates, LLC, dba Mill Restaurant, 120..E. Burlington St.
and Iowa ;rie #695 Fraternal Order of Eagles dba Fraternal Order of Eagles,
Iowa City #695,225 Hwy 1 West.
Res RES. 05-219, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLI TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING A MORTGAGE
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1310 FOSTER ROAD, 1241 MOSES BLOOM
LANE MOSES BLOOM LANE, 1201 MOSES BLOOM LANE, 1287 & 1287~
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MOSES BLOOM LANE, AND 1267 & 1267~ MOSES BLOOM LANE. RES. 05-220,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE OAKLAND CEMETERY SEWER SEPARATION
PROJECT. RES. 05-221, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE STORM SEWER
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR LOT 205 OF WINDSOR RIDGE - PART TEN; RES.
05-222, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER, STORM SEWER,
WATER MAIN, AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR MACKINAW VILLAGE,
PART 1, AND DECLARING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS
AND USE.
Correspondence: Judy Leonard regarding Vacant residence on Westminster
Street in Iowa City; Naftaly Stramer regarding Clinton Street and lC Jazz Festival [Staff
response included]; Allison McNeese (X2) regarding Mediacom; Police Chief letters
from Karen Kubby, Stephen Vlastos; George D. Pappas regarding Medical Cannabis
Initiative Inquiry; Kelly VanderWerff regarding Proposal for youth input on City Council;
Robert Givens regarding Hiring of a new Iowa City Police Chief.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared
the motion carried. Mayor Pro tem Wilburn accepted the proclamation for The Right to Vote
Act of 1965.
Carol Spaziani, 409 Crestview Ave., appeared regarding process questions on the
upcoming election concerning the establishment of a municipal utility company. Robert
Givens, President of the Hawkeye Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union, read a
resolution regarding the hiring of a new Police Chief (correspondence received on Consent
Calendar).
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Vanderhoef, to set a public hearing for July 19 on a
resolution vacating and authorizing conveyance of alley right-of-way in Peninsula
Neighborhood Second Addition. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Council Members present.
Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, to set a public hearing for July 19 on a
*resolution vacating unimproved Olde Oak Lane, east of Kitty Lee Road (MWD Davis
Addition). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members
present.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance changing the zoning designation of
approximately 29.7 acres of property, located north east of Highway 218 and Deer Creek
Road, from County Residential to Interim Development - Office Research Park. No one
appeared.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Elliott, that ordinance changing the zoning
designation of approximately 29.7 acres of property, located north east of Highway 218 and
Deer Creek Road, from County Residential to Interim Development - Office Research Park,
be given first vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present,
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, that ORD. 05-4164, CONDITIONALLY
CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION FROM COUNTYA1 TO CC-2, COMMUNITY
COMMERCIAL (APPROXIMATELY 16.05 ACRES), C1-1, INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL
(APPROXIMATELY 20.22 ACRES), CO-1, OFFICE COMMERCIAL (APPROXIMATELY
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MOSES BLOOM LANE, AND 1267 & 1267~ MOSES BLOOM LANE. RES. 05-220,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE OAKLAND CEMETERY Sb--}NER SEPARATION
PROJECT. RES. 05-221, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE STORM SEWER
~LIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR LOT 205 OF WINDSOR RIDGJ~ - PART TEN; RES.
.~, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER, STORM SEWER,
MAIN, AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FoR MACKINAW VILLAGE,
PART ,ND DECLARING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS
AND ,r
Judy Leonard regarding Vacant residence on Westminster
Street in Iowa /; Naftaly Stramer regarding Clinton Str¢'et and lC Jazz Festival [Staff
response Allison McNeese (X2) regarding Me¢iacom; Police Chief letters
from Karen Kubby, ;phen Vlastos; George D. Pappas,~ regarding Medical Cannabis
Initiative Inquiry; anderWerff regarding Proposal/for youth input on City Council;
Robed Givens of a new Iowa City PqJlce Chief.
Affirmative roll call vote 7/0, all Council Membe/s present. The Mayor declared
the motion carried. Mayor Pro ~ilburn accepted the .,proclamation for The Right to Vote
Act of 1965. .~
Carol Spaziani, 409 appeared process questions on the
upcoming election concerning the ment of a utility company. Robert
Givens, President of the Hawkeye the Am, Civil Liberties Union, read a
resolution regarding the hiring of a new received on Consent
Calendar).
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Vanderh, to set a public hearing for July 19 on a
resolution vacating and authorizing right-of-way in Peninsula
Neighborhood Second Addition. The Mayor d, motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Council Members present.
Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by to~i~t a public hearing for July 19 on a
resolution vacating unimproved Olde Oak east Lee Road (MWD David
Addition). The Mayor declared the motk carried /, 7/0, all Council Members
present.
A public hearing was held on ~ging ~ning designation of
approximately 29.7 acres of north east of Hic 218 and Deer Creek
Road, from County Residential to Development - Office Park. No one
appeared, in~t
Moved by Champion, sE by Elliott, that ordinance chang he zoning
designation of approximatel, ¢ acres of property, located north east ofk,Highway 218 and
Deer Creek Road, from Co~ bt, Residential to Interim Development - Officb~,Research Park,
be given first vote. Affirm re' roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Merr~ers present.
The Mayor declared iol~ carried. , __ __"!,.
Moved by Van( F, seconded by O'Donnell, that ORD. 05-4164, COI~DITIONALLY
CHANGING THE DESIGNATION FROM COUNTY A1 TO CC-2, CO~VlMUNITY
COMMERCIAL (A 16.05 ACRES), C1-1, INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL
(APPROXIMATI 20.22 ACRES), CO-1, OFFICE COMMERCIAL (APPROXIMATELY
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10.92 ACRES) AND RR-1, RURAL RESIDENTIAL (APPROXIMATELY 2.83 ACRES), FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED NORTH OF HIGHWAY 1, WEST OF HIGHWAY 218 AND EAST OF
*KITTY LEE ROAD (MWD Davis Addition), be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Bailey, that ORD. 05-4165, APPROVING A
SENSITIVE AREAS OVERLAY ZONE ANDA SENSITIVE AREAS DEVELOPMENT PLAN
FOR MWD DAVIS ADDITION, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Wilbum, that ORD. 05-4166, TO REZONE
APPROXIMATELY 25.67 ACRES BY AMENDING A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT HOUSING
OVERLAY - LOW DENSITY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (OPDH-5) PLAN IN ORDER
TO ALLOW ADDITIONAL ZERO LOT LINE DWELLINGS FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON
WINTERGREEN DRIVE (Village Green Parts XXIII and XXIV), be passed and adopted.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared
the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Wilburn, that ORD. 05-4167, CONDITIONALLY
CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF APPROXIMATELY 54 ACRES FROM
PUBLIC/INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL (P/CI-1) ZONE TO COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (CC-
2) ZONE FOR AVIATION COMMERCE PARK, be passed and adopted. Individual Council
Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted, 4/3, with the
following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Lehman, O'Donnell, Vanderhoef, Wilburn. Nays:
Bailey, Champion, EIliott. Absent: None.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Hollywood Boulevard Sewer Repair
project, establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to
publish advertisement for bids, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids. No one
appeared.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Elliott, to adopt RES. 05-223, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE HOLLYWOOD BOULEVARD SEWER REPAIR PROJECT,
ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING
CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE
FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by Bailey, that the rule requiring ordinances to be
considered and voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at
which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived,
and that ORD. 05-4168, AMENDING SECTION 14, CHAPTER 5, ARTICLE C, ENTITLED
"ELECTRICAL CODE," OF THE IOWA CITY CODE BY ADOPTING THE 2005 EDITION OF
THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INCLUDING ANNEX G WITH AMENDMENTS, AS
THE IOWA CITY ELECTRICAL CODE, REGULATING THE PRACTICE, MATERIALS AND
FIXTURES USED IN THE INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, EXTENSION AND
ALTERATION OF ALL WIRING, FIXTURES, APPLIANCES AND APPURTENANCES IN
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AND RR-1, RURAL RESIDENTIAL (APPROXIMATE 2.83 ACRES), FOR
PROPERTY NORTH OF HIGHWAY 1, WEST OF HIGI- AND EAST OF
KITTY LEE D (MWD David Addition), be passed and ado Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, Council Members present. The the ordinance adopted.
Moved by ~mpion, seconded by Bailey, that ORD. 0~ 65, APPROVING A
SENSITIVE AND A SENSITIVE Al DEVELOPMENT PLAN
FOR MWD DAVIS TION, be passed and adopted, roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Council ~resent. The Mayor declared adopted.
Moved by seconded by Wilburn, that 05-4166, TO REZONE
APPROXIMATELY 25.67 BY AMENDING A DEVELOPMENT HOUSING
OVERLAY - LOW ~GLE FAMILY (OPDH-5) PLAN IN ORDER
TO ALLOW ADDITIONAL DWELLI[ FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON
WINTERGREEN DRIVE (Village Parts XXIII XXIV), be passed and adopted.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous all Counci present. The Mayor declared
the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Vanderhoef. that ORD. 05-4167, CONDITIONALLY
CHANGING THE ZONING 54 ACRES FROM
PUBLIC/INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL (P/C ONE TO COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (CC-
2) ZONE FOR AVIATION COMMERCE be passed and adopted. Individual Council
Members expressed their views. The Ma' clared the ordinance adopted, 4/3, with the
following division of roll call vote. Ayes:O'Donnell, Vanderhoef, Wilburn. Nays:
Bailey, Champion, Elliott. Absent:
A public hearing was held on a ;olution ~roving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the he Hollywood Boulevard Sewer Repair
project, establishing amount of bid to accom ~ny each bid, directing City Clerk to
publish advertisement for bids, an~ time and for receipt of bids. No one
appeared.
Moved by O'Donnell, by Elliott, to adopt --S. 05-223, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM AND --_ OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE ~LEVARD ~ER REPAIR PROJECT,
ESTABLISHING AMOUNT BID EACH BID, DIRECTING
CITY CLERK TO PUBLI,~ ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, FIXING TIME AND PLACE
FOR RECEIPT OF roll call vote unanimous, all Council Members
present. The Mayor dc ~red the resolution adopted.
Moved by Van seconded by Bailey, that the rule req~ring ordinances to be
considered and for final passage at two Council meetings pr~r to the meeting at
which it is to be fin. ssE d be suspended, the second consideratior~and vote be waived,
and that ORD. 0~ AMENDING SECTION 14, CHAPTER 5, ARTI(~_E C, ENTITLED
"ELECTRICAL ( OF THE IOWA CITY CODE BY ADOPTING THE~_005 EDITION OF
THE NATION~ ELECTRICAL CODE INCLUDING ANNEX G WITH AMENDMENTS, AS
THE IOWA ELECTRICAL CODE, REGULATING THE PRACTICE, M~FERIALS_,._ AND
FIXTURES IN THE INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, EXTENSION A~D
ALTERATI ~N OF ALL WIRING, FIXTURES, APPLIANCES AND APPURTENANCES IN
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CONNECTION WITH VARIOUS ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS; PROVIDING FOR THE
ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND INSPECTION OF ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS AND THE
COLLECTION OF FEES; AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS, be voted on for
final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members
present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by
Bailey, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Wilburn, that ORD. 05-4169, REPEALING CITY
CODE TITLE 12, CHAPTER 4 ENTITLED BROADBAND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
FRANCHISE ENABLING ORDINANCE AND ADOPTING A NEW CHAPTER 4, be passed
and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The
Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Vanderhoef, to adopt RES. 05-224,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A FRANCHISE
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA AND MCC IOWA LLC
(MEDIACOM) TO OPERATE A CABLE TELEVISION SYSTEM IN IOWA CITY. Individual
Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 5/2,
with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Champion, Lehman, O'Donnell, Vanderhoef,
Wilburn. Nays: Bailey, Elliott.
Moved by Bailey, seconded by Wilburn, to adopt RES. 05-225, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTESTA LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR
TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
LANDOWNER, DLSlC L.C., AND TENANT YATES, INC. d/b/a PITA PIT, FOR A SIDEWALK
CAFI~ AT 113 IOWA AVENUE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Bailey, to adopt RES. 05-226, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR
TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BE'I'WEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
LANDOWNER, MAUREEN A. MONDANARO, AND TENANT GIVANNI'S OF IOWA CITY,
INC. d/b/a GIVANNI'S, FOR A SIDEWALK CAF~ AT 109 E. COLLEGE STREET.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted.
Moved by Bailey, seconded by Vanderhoef, to make the following appointments to
boards and commissions: Greg Farris, 423 Church Street, to the Airport Commission to fill an
unexpired term ending March 1,2007; re-appoint Mike Maharry, 903 E. College Street, to the
Historic Preservation Commission to fill an unexpired term ending March 29, 2008. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present.
The Mayor noted that the vacancy on the Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment to fill an
unexpired term ending December 31, 2006, will be readvertised. [Staff will not publish
additional notices after a period of six publications; but will continue to advertise vacancies
with postings and on the Council agenda. However, no additional publication costs will be
incurred.]
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The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Police Citizens Review Board
for two vacancies, (One Peace Officer and One Eligible Elector), to fill four-year terms
September 1, 2005 - September 1, 2009; Housing and Community Development
Commission for three vacancies to fill three-year terms September 1, 2005 - September 1,
2008; Telecommunications Commission to fill an unexpired term ending March 13, 2007.
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 13, 2005.
Council Member Elliot[ noted the cash donation from Integrated DNA Technology for
Iowa City's special events and Iowa City and Coralville Libraries; and noted the success of
the Jazz Festival; reported on a recent visit to the Senior Center and the singing of patriotic
songs, and thanked the senior generation for their making it possible for us to be here, and
be free.
Council Member Champion stated it was a great 4th of July celebration in Iowa City.
Council Member O'Donnell thanked the Jaycees for the fireworks display and asked if
there was attendance figures available for the event. Staff will follow up.
Council Member Vanderhoef echoed comments on the Jazz Festival and noted the
efforts of Steve Grismore and Mark Ginsberg over the years; and thanked the Jaycees for the
fireworks and the opportunity to meet neighbors from her viewing spot at First Avenue and
Tudor.
Mayor Pro tem Wilburn complimented not only the Jazz Festival music but also the
visitors who utilized the recycling bins; announced the Iowa City Aero hawks would be having
a radio controlled air show at the recycling area of the Iowa City Landfill on July 10,
admission is a can good donation to the Crisis Center.
Council Member Bailey reiterated comments on the Jazz Festival and Jaycees
fireworks and thanked all the volunteers who made it possible for us to enjoy the events.
Mayor Lehman wished City Manager Atkins a Happy Birthday on July 12.
Moved by Vanderhoef, seconded by O'Donnell, to adjourn meeting at 7:32 p.m. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Cod"~cil M.,~mbers p,p~ese~nt.
~'rn~st W. Lehrn-a'n, Mayor
MaC'ran K. Karr, City Clerk
CITY
U M
Date: June 20, 2005
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, June 20, 2005, 6:30 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Bailey, Champion, Elliott, Lehman, O'Donnell, Wilburn. Absent: Vanderhoef.
Staff: Atkins, Dilkes, Kart, Boothroy, Fowler, Trueblood.
Tapes: 05-38, Both Sides.
(A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office. Tape problems for discussion of
agenda additions and no transcriptions available for that item.)
AGENDA ADDITIONS
Council agreed to add the following additions to the agenda:
ITEM 14b - ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE '14, ENTITLED "UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT
CODE," CHAPTER 3, ENTITLED "CITY UTILTIES," ARTICLE H, ENTITLED "SOLID WASTE,"
SECTION 2, ENTITLED "DEFINITIONS" BY AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF "DOWNTOWN"
TO DELETE THE CB-5 ZONE FROM THE PERMIT REQUIREMENTS OF SOLID WASTE
CONTAINERS IN THE DOWNTOWN PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY. (SECOND READING)
City Clerk Karr stated staff was requesting expedited action on the ordinance and passage of the
resolution to clean up issues and proceed with implementation.
ITEM '14c - RESOLUTION REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 05-'188 AND ADOPTING A
NEW PERMIT SYSTEM FOR SOLID WASTE CONTAINERS IN THE DOWNTOWN
ALLEYS INCLUDING PROVISIONS FOR APPLICATION, ISSUANCE, DURATION,
INSPECTION, SUSPENSION, REVOCATION, REMOVAL, FEES, AND INSURANCE.
ITEM '14d - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT TO PURCHASE AN
APARTMENT BUILDING FROM GREATER IOWA CITY HOUSING FELLOWSHIP (GICHF)
AND TO ASSIST GICHF IN THE FINANCING OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN THE
PENINSULA.
Mayor Pro tern Wilbum left the meeting due to conflict of interest. HIS Director Boothroy present
for discussion.
Mayor Pro tern Wilburn returned. No one was present for Planning and Zoning items and
Council agreed to delay consideration until later in the meeting.
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COUNCIL TIME
1. In response to Council Member Bailey, the City Manager stated the North Dodge project was
a state project and he would look at the plans regarding replacement of trees.
2. (Consent Calendar # 2g(3) - Traffic on Court Street) In response to Mayor Lehman, the City
Manager stated staff would be during traffic studies in the area and report back.
3. Council agreed with Council Member Champion's remarks on the recent retirement
announcement of Human Rights Coordinator Heather Shank, and the lose to the City.
OAKCREST PARKING
Majority of Council directed staff to do another residents postcard survey and notify residents
that Council intents to abide by the results.
ACTION: Mail survey and report back to Council. (Williams)
ADOPT A PARK
Parks & Recreation Director Trueblood distributed information on the program.
CITY / COUNTY ASSESSOR
City Manager Atkins stated the item had been placed on the agenda at the request of Council
and he was seeking direction. Majority agreed to pursue further discussion regarding
procedures for consolidation, possible savings, and capacity for the County Assessor's Office.
City Atty. Dilkes noted procedures outlined in State Code, conference board reconfiguration and
responsibilities, and suggested input from the current City Assessor.
ACTION: Review past information and provide to Council. (Atkins)
AGENDA ITEMS
1. (Agenda item # 6 - approving plans, specifications, form of contract .... 2005 Traffic
Signalization Project) In response to Council Member Bailey, the City Manager stated he
would follow up with staff to see if the countdown timers were included in the project.
2. (Agenda item # 7 - approving plans, specifications, form of contract .... Missing Link Trail
Project) Council Member Elliott stated he would be supporting the project but raised
concerns regarding security issues in the future.
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3. (Agenda item # 11 - ...lease wit Greyhound Lines ... Court Street Transportation Center;
item Cf 10 - University Heights ... transit services) City Manager Atkins stated Parking &
Transit Director Fowler was present for questions. Council agreed to proceed.
4. (Agenda item # 8 - Broadband Telecommunications Franchise .... second consideration)
Council Member O'Donnell stated his concern with signing of a 13 year agreement.
5. (Agenda item Cf 12 - Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment
... Policies) Mayor Pro rem Wilburn left due to a conflict of interest. Council Member Bailey
suggested revised language to provide for an exception for non-profit land trusts that
operate community land trusts. Staff will revise language for Council consideration at the
formal meeting. Mayor Pro rem returned to the meeting.
6. (Agenda item # 4d - rezoning ... Aviation Commerce Park) City Atty. Dilkes responded to
questions.
COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS
Airport Commission - Howard Horan
Telecommunications Commission - Jim Ehrmann
SEATS Paratransit Advisory Committee - no discussion
METRO AGENDA (IP2 of 6/16 Info Packet)
City Manager Atkins presented information. Majority of Council agreed to the proposal as
outlined.
Action: Schedule presentation, with a couple of services identified, with JCCOG Board.
SCHEDULE OF FUTURE PENDING ITEMS
Council agreed to prioritize items at the July 5th work session.
Action: Provide copies of the list (attached to work session minutes). (Karr)
PLANNING & ZONING ITEMS
City Manager Atkins stated there was no staff present, nor any new items with the exception of
setting of a public hearing, and there was no further discussion.
A: SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR JULY 5 ON AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE
ZONING DESIGNATION OF APPROXIMATELY 29.7 ACRES OF PROPERTY, LOCATED
NORTH EAST OF HIGHWAY 218 AND DEER CREEK ROAD, FROM COUNTY
RESIDENTIAL TO INTERIM DEVELOPMENT - OFFICE RESEARCH PARK (REZ05-
00006)
Council Work Session
June 20,2005
Page 4
B. APPROVING A SENSITIVE AREAS OVERLAY ZONE AND A SENSITIVE AREAS
DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR MWD DAVIS ADDITION (REZ05-00001) (SECOND
CONSIDERATION)
C. REZONING APPROXIMATELY 25.67 ACRES BY AMENDING A PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT HOUSING OVERLAY - LOW DENSITY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
(OPDH-5) PLAN IN ORDER TO ALLOW ADDITIONAL ZERO LOT LINE DWELLINGS
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON WINTERGREEN DRIVE (REZ04-00017/SUB04-00017)
(SECOND CONSIDERATION)
D. CONDITIONALLY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF APPROXIMATELY 54
ACRES FROM PUBLIC/INTENSIVE COMMERCIAL (P/CI-1) ZONE TO COMMUNITY
COMMERCIAL (CC-2) ZONE FOR AVIATION COMMERCE PARK. (REZ05-00004)
(SECOND CONSIDERATION)
Meeting adjourned 7:40 PM.
Work Session Discussion Items - as of 6/20/05 - See Attached
CounciI Work Session
June 20,2005
Page 5
Work Session Discussion Items - as of 6/20/05
Timeline on North Side Fire Station - CM to provide memo
Funding priorities for the next budget - September 2005
Historic Preservation - Council to identify specific concerns
Alcohol Meeting with University Senior Staffer
Budget
Housing Inspector- fee increase
Recycling Coordinator
CIP reviews
Gilbert/Hwy. 6
Restroom-Festival Stage
Railroad Overpass- 1St& Mall
Use of private donations/naming of capital facilities
Scattered Site Housing Report
Development of affordable housing (and purchase, how to make easier)
Development Code - recommendations from P&Z around May 1 (joint meeting)
Meeting with Planning & Zoning on philosophies for zoning/City Codes
PCRB Review (prior to August 2005)
Downtown Loading Zones
Goal Session (?)
City Assessor (possible joint with County)
Survey employees on improvements/changes within organization (added May 17)
Parks & Recreation fundraising/sponsorship of projects
*REVISED 9/14/05
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City
Clerk's Office 356-5040.
,COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
JUNE 20, 2005
* Iowa City City Council, special meeting, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Lehman
presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Elliott, Lehman, O'Donnell,
Wilburn. Absent: Vanderhoef. Staff members present: Atkins, Dilkes, Karr. Council
minutes tape recorded on Tape 05-37, Side 2.
Moved by Champion, seconded by O'Donnell, that ordinance amending Title 14,
entitled "Unified Development Code," Chapter 3, entitled "City Utilities," Article H,
entitled "Solid Waste," Section 2, entitled "Definitions" by amending the definition of
"Downtown" to delete the CB5 Zone from the permit requirements of solid waste
containers in the downtown public rights-of-way, be given first vote. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Vanderhoef absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Bailey, to adjourn special meeting at 6:32 p.m.
Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City
Clerk's Office 356-5040.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL JUNE 2O, 2OO5
Iowa Council, special meeting, at City Ha Mayor Lehman presiding.
Council Members Bailey, Champion, Elliott, Le ~an, O'Donnell, Wilburn.
Absent: Vanderl' Staff members present: Atkins, Karr. Council minutes
tape recorded on Ta ~5-37, Side 2.
Moved by Cham n, seconded by O'Donnell ordinance amending Title 14,
entitled "Unified Develo nt Code," Chapter 3, e~ "City Utilities," Article H,
entitled "Solid Waste," 2, entitled "Definiti~ by amending the definition of
"Downtown" to delete the from the pE requirements of solid waste
containers in the downtown rights-of-wa be given first vote. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Vanderhc bsent. Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Wilburn, second, to adjourn special meeting at 6:32 p.m.
Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
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the City Clerk's Office 356-5040.
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 6/20/05
* Iowa City City Council, special meeting, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor
Lehman presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Elliott,
Lehman, O'Donnell, Wilburn. Absent: Vanderhoef.
Moved and seconded that ordinance amending Title 14, entitled "Unified
Development Code," Chapter 3, entitled "City Utilities," Article H, entitled "Solid
Waste," Section 2, entitled "Definitions" by amending the definition of
"Downtown" to delete the CB5 Zone from the permit requirements of solid waste
containers in the downtown public rights-of-way, be given first vote. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to adjourn special meeting at 6:32 p.m.
A more complete description of Council Activities is on file in the office of the
City Clerk.
s/Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor
s/Ma~an K. Karr, City, Clerk./
Submitted for publication - 6/23/05.
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'~)FFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS -
Iowa City City Cou'~kgil, special meeting, at City Hall. yor Lehman presiding.
Council Members present: "l~.ailey, Champion, Elliott, Lehm~ O'Donnell, Wilburn.
Absent: Vanderhoef. ~ !
Moved and seconded th~,ordinance amending Titlg/ entitled "Unified
Development Code," Chapter 3, e'l~itled "City Utilities," Ar~c H, entitled "Solid Waste,"
Section 2, entitled "Definitions" by ai~ending the definitio/h of "Downtown" to delete the
CB5 Zone from the permit requiremen't~ of solid waste ~ontainers in the downtown
public rights-of-way, be given first vote. '~,,he Mayor d~clar~d the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to adjourn sp'l~ial hg at 6:32 p.m.
A more complete description of Coun'~ es is on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
s/Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor
s/Ma~ria_n K. Karr, Cit~ Cler,k.z
Submitted for publication - 6/23/05.
*REVISED 9/14/05
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City
Clerk's Office 356-5040.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION'OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
JUNE 21,2005
* Iowa City City Council, regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Lehman
presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, Elliott, Lehman, O'Donnell, Wilburn.
Absent: Vanderhoef. Staff members present: Atkins, Dilkes, Karr, Miklo, Nasby Shaffer,
Spitz. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 05-39, Sides 1 & 2.
The Mayor proclaimed: Community Development Week June 27 - July 1,2005, Vice
Chair Housing Commissioner Jerry Anthony accepting.
Moved by Bailey, seconded by Champion, that the following items and
recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as
amended:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk: June 6, Regular Council Work Session; June 7, Regular Council Formal
Official and Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action):
Telecommunications Commission - April 25, 2005; Senior Center Commission - April
26, 2005; Parks and Recreation Commission - May 11,2005; Airport Commission -
May 12, 2005; Police Citizens Review Board - May 10, 2005; Historic Preservation
Commission - June 2, 2005; Historic Preservation Commission - May 26, 2005;
Historic Preservation Commission - May 12, 2005; Historic Preservation Commission -
April 28, 2005; Board of Adjustment - May 11,2005.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for 808 Restaurant & Nightclub, Inc., dba 808
Restaurant & Nightclub, Inc., 121 Iowa Ave.; Class C Liquor License for GFP Inc., dba
Wig & Pen Pizza Pub, 1220 Highway 6 West; Outdoor Service Area for GFP Inc., dba
Wig & Pen Pizza Pub, 1220 Highway 6 West; Class C Liquor License for David L.
Alberhasky dba Dave's Foxhead Tavern, 402 E. Market St.; Class C Liquor License for
Weeks-Van Eck Post #3949 Veterans of Foreign Wars, dba Weeks-Van Eck Post
#3949 Veterans of Foreign Wars, 609 Hwy 6 East;. Class C Liquor License for Dublin
Underground Inc., dba Dublin Underground, 5 S. Dubuque St.; Class B Beer Permit for
Hawkeye Pizza, LLC, dba Pizza Hut #4358, 1926 Keokuk St.; Special Class C Liquor
License for D & E Restaurant, Inc., dba Z'Mariks Noodle Cafb, 19 S. Dubuque St.;
Special Class C Liquor License for Zio Johno's, Inc., dba Zio Johno's Spaghetti
House, 953 S. Riverside Dr.; Class E Liquor License for John's Grocery, Inc., dba
John's Grocery, Inc., 401 E. Market St.; Class C Beer Permit for Kum & Go, LC, dba
Kum & Go #-422,513 S. Riverside Dr.; Class C Beer Permit for El Paso the Mexican
Store, Inc., dba El Paso the Mexican Store, Inc., 609 Hollywood Blvd.; Class C Beer
Permit for Kwik Trip, Inc., dba Tobacco outlet Plus #537,923 S. Riverside Dr. RES.
05-204 TO ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMITS.
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City
Clerk's Office 356-5040.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
JUNE 21, 2005
Iowa City City regular meeting, at City Hall. Mayor L presiding.
Council Members Bailey, Champion, Elliott, Lehman, O'D Wilburn. Absent:
Vanderhoef. St~ present: Atkins, Dilkes, Karr, Miklo, Shaffer, Spitz.
Council minutes ta on Tape 05-39, Sides 1 & 2.
The Mayor Community Development Week ~ne 27 - July 1, 2005, Vice
Chair Housing Commissioner ~rry Anthony accepting.
Moved by Bailey, by Champion, that the fo items and
recommendations in the ;alendar be received, o~ ~roved, and/or adopted as
amended:
Approval of Council ~ns, subject to co as recommended by the
City Clerk: June 6, Regular ~cil Work June 7, Regular Council Formal
Official and Complete.
Receive and File Minutes Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become separate Council action):
Telecommunications Commission - 5, 2005; Senior Center Commission - April
26, 2005; Parks and Recreation .sion - May 11,2005; Airport Commission -
May 12, 2005; Police Citizens ~rd - May 10, 2005; Historic Preservation
Commission - June 2, 2005; Histori rvation Commission - May 26, 2005;
Historic Preservation Commission 2005; Historic Preservation Commission -
April 28, 2005; Board of Ad May 2005.
Permit Motions and as by the City. Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Liquor for 808 ~rant & Nightclub, Inc., dba 808
Restaurant & Nightclub, Inc Iowa Ave.; C Liquor License for GFP Inc., dba
Wig & Pen Pizza Pub, 12~ Ihway 6 West; Service Area for GFP Inc., dba
Wig & Pen Pizza Pub, 1 '.0 Highway 6 West; Liquor License for David L.
Alberhasky dba Dave'.~ ~ead Tavern, 402 E. St.; Class C Liquor License for
Weeks-Van Eck Veterans of Foreign dba Weeks-Van Eck Post
#3949 Veterans of ~reign Wars, 609 Hwy 6 East;. ',s C Liquor License for Dublin
Underground Inc. Dublin Underground, 5 S. St.; Class B Beer Permit for
Hawkeye Pizza dba Pizza Hut ~358, 1926 ~t.; Special Class C Liquor
License for D Restaurant, Inc., dba Z'Mariks Noodle 19 S. Dubuque St.;
Special Liquor License for Zio Johno's, Inc., dba Spaghetti
House, 95,~ Riverside Dr.; Class E Liquor License for Grocery, Inc., dba
John's Gr Inc., 401 E. Market St.; Class C Beer Permit Kum & Go, LC, dba
Kum & #422,513 S. Riverside Dr.; Class C Beer Permit for El Paso the Mexican
Store. ~c., dba El Paso the Mexican Store, Inc., 609 Hollywood Blvd.; Class C Beer
Pe~ Kwik Trip, Inc.., dba Tobacco outlet Plus #537,923 S. Riverside Dr. RES.
TO ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMITS.
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Motions. Approve disbursements in the amount of $9,514,158.21 for the period
of May 1 through May 31, 2005 as recommended by the Finance Director subject to
audit.
Setting a Public Hearing. RES. 05-205, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON
JULY 5, 2005 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE HOLLYWOOD
BOULEVARD SEWER REPAIR PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH
NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE
SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
Resolutions: RES. 05-206, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY
SEWER, STORM SEWER, WATER MAIN AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
FOR SAND HILL ESTATES, PART ONE, AND DECLARING PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE; RES. 05-207,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE HIGHWAY 6 SIDEWALK EXTENSION
PROJECT [STP-E-3715(624)--SV-52]; RES. 05-208, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A SUBORDINATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND NATIONWIDE HOME
MORTGAGE, WEST DES MOINES, IOWA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1522
DICKENSON LANE, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Correspondence: JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding installation of
NO PARKING ANY TIME signs on the south side of Roberts Road between
Westwinds Drive and Bartelt Road; JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding
install one VALET PARKING ONLY 5 PM - 2 AM TOW AWAY ZONE sign on the 200
block of S. Clinton Street in front of the Whiteway Building; Traffic on Court Street -
Petition signed by Residents and Property Owners of Court Street between Summit
Street and Muscatine Avenue, Rebekah Kowal, Jennifer Glass, J. Steven and Bonnie
L. Mclntosh, Ellen Heywood and Paul Ingram, Robert C. Crane, Marcus and Joan
Nashelsky, Marilyn and Earl Rose, Bill O'Donnell, James P. Hayes, Tim Weitzel, John
and Denise Hansen, James and Penny McKean, John and Peggy Stokes, Teresa
Mangum and Corey Creekmur; E-mail from Terry Cunningham regarding US
Conference of Mayors [Previously distributed 6/9 Information packet]; Dog Park letters
received from Mary Blackwood, Joseph and Tara Dutcher, Jane Flanigan, Laurie
Haag, Brian Harvey, Ryan Jacobsen, Kathy Janz, Kathleen Lilli, Cherie Marvel, BJ
Matson, Valerie L. Muehling, Jeanne Nelson, T. Akim Nilausen, Christa Pooch, Lisa
Schleisman, Colleen Sweeney; Liz Ackley regarding Parking Rates; Donald Baxter
regarding Curbing Parking; Barbara Curtin regarding Walmart; Calvin R. Symons
regarding Snow removal invoice; Fire Dept - Hair Cutting letters received from Mark
Evans, Mike Thayer; Carl Beyerhelm regarding Shelter House; Mark Patton regarding
Old Navy Work Day.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Vanderhoef absent. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Cat Moore, 2219 Davis Ct., appeared requesting more community policing. Senior
Center Commissioner Betty Kelly updated Council on activities at the Center. Jim Larew,
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Volunteer for Citizens for Public Power, raising concerns regarding process questions on the
upcoming election concerning the establishment of a municipal electric utility company.
Airport Commissioner Randy Hartwig updated Council on activities at the Airport.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by O'Donnell, to set a public hearing for July 5 on an
ordinance changing the zoning designation of approximately 29.7 acres of property, located
north east of Highway 218 and Deer Creek Road, from County Residential to Interim
Development - Office Research Park. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously,
6/0, Vanderhoef absent.
Moved by Bailey, seconded by Wilburn, that ordinance approving a Sensitive Areas
Overlay Zone and a Sensitive Areas Development Plan for MWD Davis Addition, be given
second vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Vanderhoef absent. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Bailey, that ordinance rezoning approximately
25.67 acres by amending a Planned Development Housing Overlay - Low Density Single
Family Residential (OPDH-5) Plan in order to allow additional zero lot line dwellings for
property located on Wintergreen Drive, be given second vote. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Vanderhoef absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by O'Donnell, that ordinance conditionally changing the
zoning designation of approximately 54 acres from Public/Intensive Commercial (P/CI-1)
Zone to Community Commercial (CC-2) Zone for Aviation Commerce Park, be given second
vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 4/2, with the following division of roll call vote.
Ayes: O'Donnell, Wilburn, Elliott, Lehman. Nays: Bailey, Champion. Absent: Vanderhoef.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Bailey, to accept correspondence from Harriett G. Dean.
The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Vanderhoef absent.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Section 14, Chapter 5, Article C,
entitled "Electrical Code," of the Iowa City Code by adopting the 2005 Edition of the National
Electrical Code including Annex G with amendments, as the Iowa City Electrical Code,
regulating the practice, materials and fixtures used in the installation, maintenance, extension
and alteration of all wiring, fixtures, appliances and appurtenances in connection with various
electrical systems; providing for the issuance of permits and inspection of electrical
installations and the collection of fees; and providing penalties for violations. No one
appeared.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Bailey, that ordinance amending Section 14, Chapter
5, Article C, entitled "Electrical Code," of the Iowa City Code by adopting the 2005 Edition of
the National Electrical Code including Annex G with amendments, as the Iowa City Electrical
Code, regulating the practice, materials and fixtures used in the installation, maintenance,
extension and alteration of all wiring, fixtures, appliances and appurtenances in connection
with various electrical systems; providing for the issuance of permits and inspection of
electrical installations and the collection of fees; and providing penalties for violations, be
given first vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Vanderhoef absent. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2005 Traffic Signalization Project,
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establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to publish
advertisement for bids, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids. The Mayor stated that
countdown lights were included in the project. No one appeared.
Moved by Bailey, seconded by Wilburn, to adopt RES. 05-209, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2005 TRAFFIC SIGNALIZATION PROJECT, ESTABLISHING
AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO
PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT
OF BIDS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Vanderhoef absent. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Missing Link Trail Project,
establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to publish
advertisement for bids, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids. No one appeared.
Moved by Bailey, seconded by Wilburn, to adopt RES. 05-210, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE MISSING LINK TRAIL PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF
BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Vanderhoef absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Wilburn, that ordinance repealing City Code Title
12, Chapter 4 entitled Broadband Telecommunications Franchise Enabling Ordinance and
adopting a new Chapter 4, be given second vote. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Vanderhoef absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Bailey, seconded by Wilburn, that the rule requiring ordinances to be
considered and voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at
which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived,
and that ORD. 4162, AMENDING TITLE 4, ENTITLED "ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES,"
CHAPTER 5, ENTITLED "REGULATION OF PERSONS UNDER LEGAL AGE," SECTION
Al, TO MAKE THE AMOUNT OF THE FINE AND OTHER SANCTIONS FOR POSSESSION
OF ALCOHOL UNDER THE LEGAL AGE EQUIVALENT TO THE FINES AND OTHER
SANCTIONS UNDER STATE LAW, be voted on for final passage at this time. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Vanderhoef absent. Moved by Bailey,
seconded by Champion, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Vanderhoef absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Bailey, seconded by Wilburn, to adopt RES. 05-211, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE FY2006 AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE CITY OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS FOR
THE PROVISION OF TRANSIT SERVICE WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Vanderhoef absent. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
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Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Bailey, to adopt RES. 05-212, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CLERK TO ATTEST TO A LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY AND GREYHOUND LINES, INC. FOR SPACE AT THE COURT STREET
TRANSPORTATION CENTER. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Vanderhoef absent.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Mayor Pro tem Wilburn left the meeting due to a conflict of interest on the following two
resolutions.
Moved by Bailey, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt as amended RES. 05-213,
ADOPTING IOWA CITY'S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) AND
HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM (HOME) INVESTMENT POLICIES.
Individual Council Members expressed their views. Mark Patton, Executive Director of Iowa
Valley Habitat for Humanity, appeared. The Mayor declared the amended resolution adopted,
4/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Bailey, Elliott, Lehman, O'Donnell.
Nays: Champion. Abstaining: Wilburn. Absent: Vanderhoef. Correspondence accepted
from Ray Haas and Brad Langguth. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously,
5/0, Vanderhoef absent and Wilburn abstaining.
Moved by Bailey, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 05-214, ALLOCATING THE
HUMAN SERVICES AID TO AGENCIES FUNDING FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE
30, 2006. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Vanderhoef absent and Wilburn
abstaining. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Mayor Pro tern Wilburn returned to the meeting.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Elliott, to adopt RES. 05-215, APPROVING AN
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANTS PROGRAM
FUNDING, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST THE SAME. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Vanderhoef absent. The
Mayor declared the resolution_adopted.
Moved by Bailey, seconded by Champion, that the rule requiring ordinances to be
considered and voted on for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at
which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived,
and that ORD. 05-4163, AMENDING TITLE 14, ENTITLED "UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT
CODE," CHAPTER 3, ENTITLED "CITY UTILITIES," ARTICLE H, ENTITLED "SOLID
WASTE," SECTION 2, ENTITLED "DEFINITIONS" BY AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF
"DOWNTOWN" TO DELETE THE CB5 ZONE FROM THE PERMIT REQUIREMENTS OF
SOLID WASTE CONTAINERS IN THE DOWNTOWN PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY, be voted
on for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Vanderhoef absent.
The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Bailey, seconded by Champion, that the
ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Vanderhoef absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by O'Donnell, to adopt RES. 05-216, REPEALING
RESOLUTION NO. 05-188 AND ADOPTING A NEW PERMIT SYSTEM FOR SOLID
WASTE CONTAINERS IN THE DOWNTOWN ALLEYS INCLUDING PROVISIONS FOR
APPLICATION, ISSUANCE, DURATION, INSPECTION, SUSPENSION, REVOCATION,
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REMOVAL, FEES, AND INSURANCE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Vanderhoef absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Mayor Pro tem Wilburn left the meeting due to a conflict of interest.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Bailey, to adopt RES. 05-217, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE
AGREEMENT TO PURCHASE AN APARTMENT BUILDING FROM GREATER IOWA CITY
HOUSING FELLOWSHIP (GICHF) AND TO ASSIST GICHF IN THE FINANCING OF AFFORDABLE
HOUSING IN THE PENINSULA. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 5/0, Vanderhoef absent and Wilburn abstaining. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted.
Moved by Wilburn, seconded by Champion, to make the following appointments to
boards and commissions: Howard Horan, 2407 Crestview Avenue, to the Airport Commission
to fill an unexpired term ending March 1,2008; and Jim Ehrmann, 630 N. Dubuque Street, to
the Telecommunications Commission to fill an unexpired term ending March 13, 2008. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Vanderhoef absent. Correspondence
received from James Ehrmann. Moved by Champion, seconded by Bailey, to reappoint
Council Member Mike O'Donnell, to the SEATS Paratransit Advisory Committee for a two
year term ending June 30, 2007. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0,
Vanderhoef absent. Staff will not publish additional notices after a period of six publications;
but will continue to advertise vacancies with postings and on the Council agenda. However,
no additional publication costs will be incurred.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Airport Commission to fill an
unexpired term ending March 1,2007; Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment to fill an unexpired
term ending December 31, 2006; Historic Preservation Commission to fill an unexpired term
ending March 29, 2008. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 29,
2005. Police Citizens Review Board for two vacancies, (One Peace Officer and One Eligible
Elector), for four-year terms September 1, 2005 - September 1, 2009; Housing and
Community Development Commission for three vacancies to fill three-year terms September
1,2005 - September 1, 2008; Telecommunications Commission to fill an unexpired term
ending March 13, 2007. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 13,
2005.
Council Member Elliott shared an article and picture of from Portland, Oregon of the
contest winning house designed for narrow properties, noting a protruding garage and earlier
Council discussion on the issue; noted the retirement of City Human Rights Coordinator
Heather Shank and stated she would be missed.
Council Member O'Donnell seconded remarks concerning City Human Rights
Coordinator Heather Shank; reported on a meeting he and Council Members Champion and
Bailey had with University of Iowa Parent Group President Jim Fruin; noted the letters from
neighbors on Court Street between Muscatine and Summit and requested the matter be
scheduled for an upcoming work session, The City Manager stated he would start the traffic
survey with PCD staff and report back; and reaffirmed Council discussion the previous
evening to pursue a final traffic survey on the Oakcrest parking matter, the City Manager
stated he had directed staff to pursue.
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Mayor Pro tem Wilburn welcomed back Mayor Lehman from a fishing vacation.
Council Member Bailey announced that Mediation Services of Eastern Iowa is
presenting a workshop on June 24.
Mayor Lehman reminded citizens of the Jazz Fest scheduled July 1,2, and 3
downtown; the Community Development celebration planned for June 30; and upcoming
visits to major community employers by members of the City Council/Economic Development
Committee.
Moved by O'Donnell, seconded by Bailey, to adjourn meeting at 7:55 p.m. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Vanderhoef absent.
Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS- 6/21/05
* Iowa City City Council, regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Lehman
presiding. Council Members present: Bailey, Champion, EIliott, Lehman, O'Donnell,
Wilburn. Absent: Vanderhoef.
The Mayor proclaimed: Community Development Week June 27 - July 1,2005, Vice
Chair Housing Commissioner Jerry Anthony accepting.
Moved and seconded that the following items and recommendations in the Consent
Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk: June 6, Regular Council Work Session; June 7, Regular Council Formal
Official and Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action):
Telecommunications Commission - April 25, 2005; Senior Center Commission - April
26, 2005; Parks and Recreation Commission - May 11,2005; Airport Commission -
May 12, 2005; Police Citizens Review Board - May 10, 2005; Historic Preservation
Commission - June 2, 2005; Historic Preservation Commission - May 26, 2005;
Historic Preservation Commission - May 12, 2005; Historic Preservation Commission ~
April 28, 2005; Board of Adjustment - May 1'1,2005.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for 808 Restaurant & Nightclub, Inc., 121 Iowa Ave.;
Class C Liquor License Wig & Pen Pizza Pub, 1220 Highway 6 West; Outdoor Service Area
for Wig & Pen Pizza Pub, 1220 Highway 6 West; Class C Liquor License for Dave's Foxhead
Tavern, 402 E. Market St.; Class C Liquor License for Weeks-Van Eck Post #3949 Veterans
of Foreign Wars,' 609 Hwy 6 East; Class C Liquor License for Dublin Underground, 5 S.
Dubuque St.; Class B Beer Permit for Pizza Hut #4358, 1926 Keokuk St.; Special Class C
Liquor License for Z'Mariks Noodle CafS, 19 S. Dubuque St.; Special Class C Liquor License
for Zio Johno's Spaghetti House, 953 S. Riverside Dr.; Class E Liquor License for John's
Grocery, Inc., 401 E. Market St.; Class C Beer Permit for Kum & Go #422, 513 S. Riverside
Dr.; Class C Beer Permit for El Paso the Mexican Store, Inc., 609 Hollywood Blvd.; Class C
Beer Permit for Tobacco outlet Plus #537, 923 S. Riverside Dr. RES. 05-204 TO ISSUE
CIGARETTE PERMITS.
Motions. Approve disbursements in the amount of $9,514,158.21 for the period
of May 1 through May 31,2005 as recommended by the Finance Director subject to
audit. ,
Sefting a Public Hearing. RES. 05-205, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON
JULY 5, 2005 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE HOLLYWOOD
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" OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 6/21/05
Iowa City City regular meeting, at City Hall. Mayor Le presiding.
Council Members present: Champion, Elliott, Lehman, O'Dor eli, Wilburn. Absent:
Vanderhoef.
The Mayor proclaimed: Development Week Ju~ 27 - July 1,2005, Vice
Chair Housing Commissk accepting.
Moved and seconded that items and in the Consent
Calendar be received, or approved, a /or adopted as
Approval of Council Actio~ subject to correcti~ as recommended by the
City Clerk: June 6, Regular ~rk Session; J 7, Regular Council Formal
Official and Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of and C (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective Council action):
Telecommunications Commission - April Senior Center Commission - April
26, 2005; Parks and Recreation Commissi~ May 11,2005; Airport Commission -
May 12, 2005; Police Citizens Review Boar May 10, 2005; Historic Preservation
Commission - June 2, 2005; Historic Pres ,n Commission - May 26, 2005;
Historic Preservation Commission - Ma' Historic Preservation Commission
April 28, 2005; Board of Adjustment - 11,20, i.
Permit Motions and Resolutior as ,nded by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License Nightclub, Inc., 121 Iowa Ave.;
Class C Liquor License Wig & Pen Pizza 1220 Highwa,. West; Outdoor Service Area
for Wig & Pen Pizza Pub, 1220 Hic West; Class C Lk License for Dave's Foxhead
Tavern, 402 F. Market St.; Class C Lic License Eck Post #3949 Veterans
of Foreign Wars,' 609 Hwy 6 East; CI C Liquor License for in Underground, 5 S.
Dubuque St.; Class B Beer Permit Pizza Hut #4358, 1926 Keo St.; Special Class C
Liquor License for Z'Mariks Noodl~ Cafb, 19 S. Dubuque St.; Speci~Class C Liquor Li,cense
for Zio Johno's Spaghetti House ; S. Riverside Dr.; Class E Liquok, License for John s
Grocery, Inc., 401 E. Market S1 is C Beer Permit for Kum & Go #z~_2, 513 S. Riverside
Dr.; Class C Beer Permit for the Mexican Store, Inc., 609 HollyWood Blvd.; Class C
Beer Permit for Tobacco ou Plus #537, 923 S. Riverside Dr. RES. 05~04 TO ISSUE
CIGARETTE PERMITS.
Motions. A disbursements in the amount of $9,514,158~,.21 for the period
of May 1 throu¢ 31,2005 as recommended by the Finance Director subject to
audit.
Public Hearing. RES. 05-205, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON
JULY 5, PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATE COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE HOLLYWOOD
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BOULEVARD SEWER REPAIR PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH
NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE
SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
Resolutions: RES. 05-206, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY
SEWER, STORM SEWER, WATER MAIN AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
FOR SAND HILL ESTATES, PART ONE, AND DECLARING PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE; RES. 05-207,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE HIGHWAY 6 SIDEWALK EXTENSION
PROJECT [STP-E-3715(624)--8V-52]; RES. 05-208, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A SUBORDINATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND NATIONWIDE HOME
MORTGAGE, WEST DES MOINES, IOWA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1522
DICKENSON LANE, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Correspondence: JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding installation of
NO PARKING ANY TIME signs on the south side of Roberts Road between
Westwinds Drive and Bartelt Road; JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner regarding
install one VALET PARKING ONLY 5 PM - 2 AM TOW AWAY ZONE sign on the 200
block of S. Clinton Street in front of the Whiteway Building; Traffic on Court Street -
Petition signed by Residents and Property Owners of Court Street between Summit
Street and Muscatine Avenue, Rebekah Kowal, Jennifer Glass, J. Steven and Bonnie
L. Mclntosh, Ellen Heywood and Paul Ingram, Robert C. Crane, Marcus and Joan
Nashelsky, Marilyn and Earl Rose, Bill O'Donnell, James P. Hayes, Tim Weitzel, John
and Denise Hansen, James and Penny McKean, John and Peggy Stokes, Teresa
Mangum and Corey Creekmur; E-mail from Terry Cunningham regarding US
Conference of Mayors [Previously distributed 6/9 Information packet]; Dog Park letters
received from Mary Blackwood, Joseph and Tara Dutcher, Jane Flanigan, Laurie
Haag, Brian Harvey, Ryan Jacobsen, Kathy Janz, Kathleen Lilli, Cherie Marvel, BJ
Matson, Valerie L. Muehling, Jeanne Nelson, T. Akim Nilausen, Christa Pooch, Lisa
Schleisman, Colleen Sweeney; Liz Ackley regarding Parking Rates; Donald Baxter
regarding Curbing Parking; Barbara Cudin regarding Walmart; Calvin R. Symons
regarding Snow removal invoice; Fire Dept - Hair Cutting letters received from Mark
Evans, Mike Thayer; Carl Beyerhelm regarding Shelter House; Mark Patton regarding
Old Navy Work Day.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Cat Moore, 2219 Davis Ct., appeared requesting more community policing. Senior
Center Commissioner Betty Kelly updated Council on activities at the Center. Jim Larew,
Volunteer for Citizens for Public Power, raising concerns regarding process questions on the
upcoming election concerning the establishment of a municipal electric utility company.
Airport Commissioner Randy Hartwig updated Council on activities at the Airport.
Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for July 5 on an ordinance changing the
zoning designation of approximately 29.7 acres of property, located north east of Highway
218 and Deer Creek Road, from County Residential to Interim Development - Office
Research Park. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
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Moved and seconded that ordinance approving a Sensitive Areas Overlay Zone and a
Sensitive Areas Development Plan for MWD Davis Addition, be given second vote. The
Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded that ordinance rezoning approximately 25.67 acres by amending
a Planned Development Housing Overlay - Low Density Single Family Residential (OPDH-5)
Plan in order to allow additional zero lot line dwellings for property located on Wintergreen
Drive, be given second vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded that ordinance conditionally changing the zoning designation of
approximately 54 acres from Public/Intensive Commercial (P/CI-1) Zone to Community
Commercial (CC-2) Zone for Aviation Commerce Park, be given second vote. The Mayor
declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Harriett
G. Dean. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Section 14, Chapter 5, Article C,
entitled "Electrical Code," of the Iowa City Code by adopting the 2005 Edition of the National
Electrical Code including Annex G with amendments, as the Iowa City Electrical Code,
regulating the practice, materials and fixtures used in the installation, maintenance, extension
and alteration of all wiring, fixtures, appliances and appurtenances in connection with various
electrical systems; providing for the issuance of permits and inspection of electrical
installations and the collection of fees; and providing penalties for violations.
Moved and seconded that ordinance amending Section 14, Chapter 5, Article C,
entitled "Electrical Code," of the Iowa City Code by adopting the 2005 Edition of the National
Electrical Code including Annex G with amendments, as the Iowa City Electrical Code,
regulating the practice, materials and fixtures used in the installation, maintenance, extension
and alteration of all wiring, fixtures, appliances and appurtenances in connection with various
electrical systems; providing for the issuance of permits and inspection of electrical
installations and the collection of fees; and providing penalties for violations, be given first
vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2005 Traffic Signalization Project,
establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to publish
advertisement for bids, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 05-209, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2005 TRAFFIC SIGNALIZATION PROJECT, ESTABLISHING
AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO
PUBLISH ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT
OF BIDS.
A public hearing was held on resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Missing Link Trail Project,
establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to publish
advertisement for bids, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 05-210, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE MISSING LINK TRAIL PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF
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BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
Moved and seconded that ordinance repealing City Code Title 12, Chapter 4 entitled
Broadband Telecommunications Franchise Enabling Ordinance and adopting a new Chapter
4, be given second vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on
for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally
passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived, and that ORD. 4162,
AMENDING TITLE 4, ENTITLED "ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES," CHAPTER 5, ENTITLED
"REGULATION OF PERSONS UNDER LEGAL AGE," SECTION Al, TO MAKE THE
AMOUNT OF THE FINE AND OTHER SANCTIONS FOR POSSESSION OF ALCOHOL
UNDER THE LEGAL AGE EQUIVALENT TO THE FINES AND OTHER SANCTIONS
UNDER STATE LAW, be voted on for final passage at this time. The Mayor declared the
motion carried. Moved and seconded that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 05-211, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE FY2006 AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY AND THE CITY OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS FOR THE PROVISION OF
TRANSIT SERVICE WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 05-212, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CLERK TO ATTEST TO A LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND
GREYHOUND LINES, INC. FOR SPACE AT THE COURT STREET TRANSPORTATION
CENTER.
Mayor Pro tern Wilburn left the meeting due to a conflict of interest on the following two
resolutions.
Moved and seconded to adopt as amended RES. 05-213, ADOPTING IOWA CITY'S
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)AND HOME INVESTMENT
PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM (HOME) INVESTMENT POLICIES. Mark Patton, Executive
Director of Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity, appeared. The Mayor declared the amended
resolution adopted, 4/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Bailey, Elliott,
Lehman, O'Donnell. Nays: Champion. Abstaining: Wilburn. Absent: Vanderhoef.
Correspondence accepted from Ray Haas and Brad Langguth. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 05-214, ALLOCATING THE HUMAN SERVICES
AID TO AGENCIES FUNDING FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2006. Mayor Pro tern Wilbum returned to the meeting.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 05-215, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT FOR EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANTS PROGRAM FUNDING, AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE
SAME.
Moved and seconded that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on
for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally
passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived, and that ORD. 05-
4163, AMENDING TITLE 14, ENTITLED "UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE," CHAPTER 3,
ENTITLED "CITY UTILITIES," ARTICLE H, ENTITLED "SOLID WASTE," SECTION 2,
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ENTITLED "DEFINITIONS" BY AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF "DOWNTOWN" TO
DELETE THE CB5 ZONE FROM THE PERMIT REQUIREMENTS OF SOLID WASTE
CONTAINERS IN THE DOWNTOWN PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY, be voted on for final
passage at this time. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded that the
ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 05-216, REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 05-
188 AND ADOPTING A NEW PERMIT SYSTEM FOR SOLID WASTE CONTAINERS IN
THE DOWNTOWN ALLEYS INCLUDING PROVISIONS FOR APPLICATION,
ISSUANCE, DURATION, INSPECTION, SUSPENSION, REVOCATION, REMOVAL,
FEES, AND INSURANCE.
Mayor Pro rem Wilbum left the meeting due to a conflict of interest.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 05-217, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT TO
PURCHASE AN APARTMENT BUILDING FROM GREATER IOWA CITY HOUSING FELLOWSHIP
(GICHF) AND TO ASSIST GICHF IN THE FINANCING OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN THE
PENINSULA.
Moved and seconded to make the following appointments to boards and commissions:
Howard Horan, 2407 Crestview Avenue, to the Airport Commission to fill an unexpired term
ending March 1,2008; and Jim Ehrmann, 630 N. Dubuque Street, to the Telecommunications
Commission to fill an unexpired term ending March 13, 2008. The Mayor declared the motion
carried. Correspondence received from James Ehrmann. Moved and seconded to reappoint
Council Member Mike O'Donnell, to the SEATS Paratransit Advisory Committee for a two
year term ending June 30, 2007. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Staff will not
publish additional notices after a period of six publications; but will continue to advertise
vacancies with postings and on the Council agenda. However, no additional publication
costs will be incurred.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Airport Commission to fill an
unexpired term ending March 1, 2007; Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment to fill an unexpired
term ending December 31,2006; Historic Preservation Commission to fill an unexpired term
ending March 29, 2008. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 29,
2005. Police Citizens Review Board for two vacancies, (One Peace Officer and One Eligible
Elector), for four-year terms September 1, 2005 - September 1,2009; Housing and
Community Development Commission for three vacancies to fill three-year terms September
1, 2005 - September 1, 2008; Telecommunications Commission to fill an unexpired term
ending March 13, 2007. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 13,
2005.
Moved and seconded to adjourn meeting at 7:55 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
A more complete description of Council Activities and disbursements is on file in the
office of the City Clerk and Finance Department.
s/Ernest W. Lehman, Mayor
s/Mariag K. Karr, City Clerk ,
Submitted'for publication - 6/28/05.