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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
APRIL 3, 2012
Iowa City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Hayek presiding. Council
Members present: Champion, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims, Throgmorton. Absent: Payne.
Staff members present: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, Karr, Andrew, Moran, Fosse, O'Brien, Howard,
Boelk, Davidson, Clark.
The Mayor proclaimed Fair Housing Month — April 2012, Dee Miller, Fair Housing
Ambassadors accepting.
The Mayor and Council Member Dickens presented Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards
to Regina Elementary students: Nourah Abusada and Patrick McMillan.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Mims, that the items and recommendations in the Consent
Calendar be received, or approved, and /or adopted as presented:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk:
March 20 Council Work Session; March 20 Regular Council Formal Official and Complete;
March 21 Joint Meeting — Work Session.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations contained in
minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Airport Commission — February
16; Human Rights Commission — February 21; Planning & Zoning Commission — February 27;
Planning & Zoning Commission — March 1; Police Citizens Review Board — February 22;
Senior Center Commission — February 16.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk. Class C Liquor
License for Katy, LLC, dba Trumpet Blossom Cafe, 310 E. Prentiss St.; Outdoor Service Area
for Katy, LLC, dba Trumpet Blossom Cafe, 310 E. Prentiss St.; Class C Liquor License for L &
M Iowa City Investments, LLC, dba Chefs Table, 223 E. Washington St.; Special Class C
Liquor License for Little Donkey's, Inc., dba Panchero's Mexican Grill, 32 S. Clinton St.;
Special Class C Liquor License for Freshmex Iowa City, LLC, dba Panchero's Mexican Grill,
965 S. Riverside Dr.; Class C Liquor License for Ranger Enterprises, Inc., dba Deadwood, 6 S.
Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Ranger Enterprises, Inc., dba Deadwood, 6 S.
Dubuque St.
Resolutions: RES. 12 -124, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE EECBG WATER PLANT
IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS 2011; RES. 12 -125, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
TERRY TRUEBLOOD RECREATION AREA - PHASE 2 IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT; RES.
12 -126, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT -OF-
WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER BILL MIHALOPOULOS, AND
TENANT ATLAS WORLD GRILL, INC D /B /A ATLAS WORLD GRILL, FOR A SIDEWALK
CAFE; RES. 12 -127, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC
RIGHT -OF -WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER MOKA JAVA LLC,
AND TENANT LUSATI, INC. D /B /A QUINTON'S BAR & DELI, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE;
RES. 12 -128, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT -OF-
WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER MARC MOEN ET AL, AND
TENANT LINN STREET CAFE INC. D /B /A LINN STREET CAFE, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE;
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RES. 12 -129, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT -OF-
WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER MAUREEN MONDANARO, AND
TENANT SALOON OF IOWA CITY, L.C. D /B /A SALOON, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES.
12 -130, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT -OF-
WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER MAUREEN MONDANARO, AND
TENANT GIVANNI'S OF IOWA CITY D /B /A GIVANNI'S, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 12-
131, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT -OF-
WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER MIDWESTONE BANK, AND
TENANT ICBB, LTD D /B /A BROWN BOTTLE, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 12 -132,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF
A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT -OF -WAY BETWEEN
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER EVELYN OAKES, AND TENANT
CHACKALACKAL, INC D /B /A ONE TWENTY SIX, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 12 -133,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A
SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND UNIVERSITY
OF IOWA COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION, IOWA CITY, IOWA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 1232 E. COURT STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 12 -134, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A SUBORDINATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND UNIVERSITY OF IOWA
COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION, IOWA CITY, IOWA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 520
MANOR DRIVE, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 12 -135, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
CDBG ASBESTOS ABATEMENT PACKAGE NO. 6 PROJECT; RES. 12 -136, ACCEPTING
THE WORK FOR THE CDBG ASBESTOS ABATEMENT PACKAGE NO. 7 PROJECT; RES.
12 -137, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE HMGP ASBESTOS ABATEMENT PACKAGE
NO. 4 PROJECT; RES. 12 -138, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE HMGP ASBESTOS
ABATEMENT PACKAGE NO. 5 PROJECT.
Correspondence: Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of a LANE
ASSIGNMENT sign and a LEFT TURN ONLY pavement marking for interior lane of the
northbound leg of the Highway 1 / Orchard Street intersection; Traffic Engineering Planner
regarding Installation of an on- street metered parking space and establishment of parking meter
terms on the 200 block of East Washington Street; Traffic Engineering Planner regarding
Installation of NO PARKING ANY TIME signs on the west side of Algonquin Road; Norma Lee
Balmer regarding Lexington Avenue [Staff response included]; H. Lenz regarding Red Light
Cameras.
Senior Center Commissioner Michael Lensing updated Council on activities at the Center.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance designating 1.25 -acres of land located at 108
McLean Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark (REZ12- 00004). Planner Howard presented a
power point. The Mayor requested Council report any ex parte communications and none were
reported. Moved by Champion, seconded by Dickens, to accept correspondence from Barry
Bender.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Mims, that the ordinance designating 1.25 -acres of land
located at 108 McLean Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark (REZ12- 00004), be given first
vote.
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Moved by Mims, seconded by Throgmorton, to set a public hearing for April 17 on an ordinance
rezoning approximately 2.43 acres of land from Intensive Commercial (CIA) to Community
Commercial (CC -2) for properties located east of West Side Drive and north of Mormon Trek
Boulevard near its intersection with Highway 1 West (REZ12- 00003).
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Mims, to set a public hearing for April 17 on an ordinance
amending Title 14, Zoning, Articles 2B and 2C, and Paragraph 14- 4134A -7 to establish three as
the maximum number of bedrooms allowed within a multi - family dwelling unit in Multi - Family
Zones and in Commercial Zones that allow multi - family uses and to establish new residential
density formulas for multi - family uses located in Multi - Family Zones and in Commercial Zones that
allow multi - family uses. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/1/1, with the following division
of roll call vote. Ayes: Hayek, Mims, Throgmorton, Champion, Dobyns. Nays: Dickens. Absent:
Payne.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Throgmorton, to set a public hearing for April 17 on an
ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning, Article 5A, Off - Street Parking and Loading Standards, to
increase the number of required parking spaces for certain multi - family dwelling units when
located within a designated University Impact Area (UTA). The Mayor declared the motion carried,
5/1/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Mims, Throgmorton, Champion, Dobyns,
Hayek. Nays: Dickens. Absent: Payne.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Dobyns, that the ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning,
Article 9A, General Definitions, changing the definition of "Household" as it applies in the RM -44,
PRM, RNS -20, RM -20, AND CO -1 Zones, be given first vote. Individual Council Members
expressed their views. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/1/1, with the following division of
roll call vote. Ayes: Dobyns, Hayek, Mims, Throgmorton, Champion. Nays: Dickens. Absent:
Payne. Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to accept correspondence from Mike Wright and
Casey Cook.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, that the ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning,
Subsection 14- 2C -8Q, Bonus Provisions, adding a floor area bonus for constructing Class A
Office Space on upper floors within a multi -story building in a Central Business (CB -10) Zone, be
given second vote.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Throgmorton, that ORD. 12 -4472, AMENDING TITLE 14,
ZONING, ARTICLE 4E, NONCONFORMING SITUATIONS, REGARDING THE REGULATION
OF NON - CONFORMING DEVELOPMENT, be passed and adopted.
Moved by Mims, 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. 12 -4473, AMENDING THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY PLAN AND SENSITIVE
AREAS DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE PENINSULA NEIGHBORHOOD PHASES 3,4 AND 5
LOCATED ON FOSTER ROAD (REZ11- 00017), be voted on for final passage at this time.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Moved
by Throgmorton, seconded by Dobyns, to accept correspondence from Mark Danielson.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Champion, to adopt RES. 12 -139, APPROVING THE
PRELIMINARY PLAT OF THE PENINSULA NEIGHBORHOOD PHASE 3 AND 4, IOWA CITY,
IOWA.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 12 -140, APPROVING THE
PRELIMINARY PLAT OF THE PENINSULA NEIGHBORHOOD PHASE 5, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
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Moved by Throgmorton, seconded by Mims, to adopt RES. 12 -141, WAIVING THE
EXTRATERRITORIAL REVIEW OF WOODLAND RIDGE ESTATES, JOHNSON COUNTY,
IOWA.
A public hearing was held on a resolution for plans, specifications, form of contract, and
estimate of cost for the construction of the Iowa City Industrial Campus Railroad Siding and Spur
Improvements Project, establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City
Clerk to publish notice to bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids. No one appeared.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Mims, to adopt RES. 12 -142, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY INDUSTRIAL CAMPUS RAILROAD SIDING AND SPUR
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY
EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS, AND FIXING TIME
AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution for plans, specifications, form of contract, and
estimate of cost for the construction of the Lower Muscatine Road Reconstruction Project
(Kirkwood Ave. to 1St Ave.) [STP -U- 3715(37)-- 70 -52], establishing amount of bid security to
accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to publish notice to bidders, and fixing time and place for
receipt of bids. No one appeared.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Mims, to adopt RES. 12 -143, PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE
LOWER MUSCATINE ROAD RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT (KIRKWOOD AVE. TO 1ST AVE.)
[STP -U- 3715(37)-- 70 -52], ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY
EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS, AND FIXING TIME
AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance amending Title 3, entitled
"Finances, Taxation & Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines, and
Penalties," Section 6, "Stormwater Utility Fee" and amending Title 16 entitled "Public Works,"
Chapter 3, "City Utilities," Article G, "Storm Water Collection, Discharge and Runoff," Section
10(F)(3) to change the rate of the Stormwater Utility Fee, be given second vote.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance amending Title 10 of the City Code,
entitled "Use of Public Ways and Property," Chapter 3, entitled, "Commercial Use of Sidewalks,"
Section 3, entitled "Use for Sidewalk Cafes," to allow sidewalk cafes agreements to be approved
administratively and to decrease the alley setback, be given first vote.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Dickens, that ORD. 12 -4474, AMENDING TITLE 3,
FINANCES TAXATION AND FEES, CHAPTER 4, SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES,
BONDS, FINES AND PENALTIES, SECTION 7, PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION TO AMEND FEES,
be passed and adopted.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 12 -144, INTENT TO BUDGET ANNUAL
FUNDING FOR IOWA CITY AREA DEVELOPMENT GROUP FOR THE FIVE FISCAL YEARS
2013 THROUGH 2017 AND FOR ADDITIONAL FUNDING OF THE CO -LAB INITIATIVE. City
Manager Markus and PCD Dir. Davidson present for discussion.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 12 -145, AWARDING CONTRACT AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE COURT HILL TRAIL - PHASE THREE NRT- 3715(649)- -9G -52
PROJECT to J & L Construction for $488,775.50. Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran present for discussion.
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Moved by Champion, seconded by Mims, to adopt RES. 12 -146, AWARDING AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES CONSOLIDATION
PROJECT CONTRACT to Joseph J. Henderson & Son Inc. for $43,787,000.00. Public Works Dir.
Fosse present for discussion.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Champion, to adopt RES. 12 -147, RESCINDING RESOLUTION
NO. 12 -100 WHICH INCLUDED APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE U.S. HIGHWAY 6 AND SYCAMORE
STREET INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID
SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF
SAID PLAN, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 12 -148, AWARDING CONTRACT
AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT
FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA RIVER WATER MAIN CROSSINGS PROJECT to Vieth
Construction Corp. for $273,481.00.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 12 -149, APPROVING,
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST AN AMENDMENT TO AN AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY
AND SHIVE- HATTERY, INC. TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR
THE HIGHWAY 1 TRAIL PROJECT - ORCHARD STREET TO SUNSET STREET PROJECT.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Mims, to adopt RES. 12 -150, AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE POLICE LABOR RELATIONS ORGANIZATION
OF IOWA CITY TO BE EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2012 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2015.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Mims, to adopt RES. 12 -151, AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE,
COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES LOCAL #183, TO BE EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2012
THROUGH JUNE 30, 2017.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 12 -152, ESTABLISHING
CLASSIFICATION /COMPENSATION PLANS FOR CONFIDENTIAL/ADMINISTRATIVE
EMPLOYEES AND EXECUTIVE EMPLOYEES FOR FY13, FY14, AND FY15.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 12 -153, DEDICATING BLACKHAWK
MINIPARK IN IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA, AS PUBLIC RIGHT -OF -WAY. PCD Dir.
Davidson presented a power point.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 12 -154, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT
FOR PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND
CENTRAL PARK L.L.C. PCD Dir. Davidson presented a power point. Developer Moen present for
discussion. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 12 -155, INTENT FOR DESIGN
WORK FOR A NEW ANIMAL CARE AND ADOPTION CENTER, COST SHARING
AGREEMENTS WITH NEIGHBORING JURISDICTIONS FOR SAID FACILITY, AND INTERIM
ANIMAL SERVICES WITH NEIGHBORING JURISDICTIONS.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 12 -156, REPEALING RES. 04 -117 AND
ADOPTING A NEW POLICY FOR DISTRIBUTION OF ELECTRONIC PACKETS;
ESTABLISHING A POLICY FOR COUNCIL MEMBER USE OF CITY iPAD, AND PROVIDING
FOR REIMBURSMENT FOR THE EXPENSE OF PURCHASING PERSONAL EQUIPMENT TO
ACCESS ELECTRONIC PACKET; PROCEDURES FOR E -MAIL CORRESPONDENCE AND
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DISTRIBUTION OF WEEKLY ELECTRONIC COUNCIL PACKETS; AND REMOVING THE
STIPEND FOR SUPPLIES.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 12 -157, RATIFYING THE PARTIAL
SETTLEMENT OF PENDING LITIGATION, from HARRIS for $30,000, and litigation against
INNOPRISE will continue.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies to Boards and Commissions: Board of
Adjustment for an unexpired term, effective upon appointment, ending January 1, 2014;
Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO- formerly JCCOG) Community - Climate Action
Taskforce (formerly Cool Cities Taskforce) for an At- Large /Public vacancy to fill a one -year term,
effective upon appointment, ending March 2013; Youth Advisory Commission for a two -year term
January 1, 2011 — December 31, 2012 for Tate High. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m.,
Wednesday, April 11, 2012. Police Citizens Review Board for an unexpired term, effective upon
appointment, ending September 1, 2013. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m.,
Wednesday, April 25, 2012.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Dickens, to appoint Phoebe Martin, 1824 G Street, to the
Planning & Zoning Commission for a five -year term May 1, 2012 — May 1, 2017.
The Mayor noted no applications were received for the following Boards and Commissions and
all will be readvertised: Airport Commission for an unexpired term, effective upon appointment —
March 1, 2014; Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment for a five -year term January 1, 2012 - December
31, 2016. (New full term); Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment for a five -year term January 1, 2009 -
December 31, 2013; Airport Zoning Commission for a six -year term January 1, 2010 — December
31, 2015; Airport Zoning Commission for a six -year term January 1, 2012 — December 31, 2017.
(New full term). Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated. [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.]
Council Member Throgmorton reported he would be guiding a Jane Jacobs Walk and more
information would be coming on the event; stated he had attended an advance screening of a
documentary concerning the City of Literature and to watch for more details on other viewings.
Council Member Champion commented on the beautiful spring, blooming flowers and trees.
Council Member Dobyns thanked Council Member Dickens for having the paper agenda
packet handy if needed, as he was using computer and going paperless for the first time.
Mayor Hayek confirmed Council would be scheduling a work session to discuss neighborhood
stabilization in a more general fashion; and wished his daughter Greta a Happy 5th Birthday.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Mims, to adjourn meeting at 8:20 p.m.
Matthew J. ayek, Mayor
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Mar n K. Karr, City Clerk
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
MEMORANDUM
Date: March 28, 2012
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, March 20, 2012, 5:00 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Champion, Dickens, Dobyns, Mims, Payne, Throgmorton. Absent: Hayek
Staff: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, Dulek, Karr, Bentley, Andrew, Davidson, O'Brien, Rummel,
Hargadine, Wyss, Morris, Mansfield, Moran, Boelk, Goodman, Fosse
(A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website; and power
points archived)
Mayor Pro tem Mims stated the Mayor was ill and would not be attending the evening meetings.
COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS
Board of Adjustment — No appointment due to gender balance requirement
Youth Advisory Commission (Tate) — Re- advertise no applicants
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
City Clerk Karr noted two additions:
➢ 3e(4) — resolution setting public hearing for the Housing Authority's Annual Plan
➢ 17b — a hearing on an appeal of denial of an application for mobile vending on City Plaza
PLANNING & ZONING ITEMS
In response to questions, Mayor Pro tem Mims and City Atty. Dilkes noted the work session
agenda did not allow discussion of item #5d & #5f.
PCD Dir. Davidson present for discussion of the following items.
ITEM 5c — PUBLIC HEARING AND ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 14, ZONING,
SUBSECTION 14- 2C -8Q, BONUS PROVISIONS, ADDING A FLOOR AREA BONUS FOR
CONSTRUCTING CLASS A OFFICE SPACE ON UPPER FLOORS WITHIN A MULTI -STORY
BUILDING IN A CENTRAL BUSINESS (CB -10) ZONE.
ITEM 5b — PUBLIC HEARING AND ORDINANCE AMENDING THE PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY PLAN AND SENSITIVE AREAS DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR
THE PENINSULA NEIGHBORHOOD PHASES 3,4 AND 5 LOCATED ON FOSTER ROAD.
(REZ11- 00017)
PCD Dir. Davidson presented a power point. Further discussion of this item occurred after
discussion of # 5g.
ITEM 5g - RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF THE PATEL ADDITION, IOWA
CITY, IOWA. (SUB11- 00016)
PCD Dir. Davidson presented a power point.
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March 20, 2012
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AGENDA ITEMS
1. (Agenda item # 8 — Ordinance amending Title 8, "Police Regulations" .... "Public Urination
and Defecation) Council Member Payne noted a typo in the under 8 -5 -8A "eh" should be
"the ". The City Attorney will revise.
2. (Agenda item # 16 — Resolution authorizing acquisition .... 2538 Nevada Avenue ... abating
the nuisance) In response to Council Member Throgmorton. City Atty. Dilkes requested that
discussion be done at the formal meeting.
3. (Consent Calendar #3g(6) — Bruce Maurer letter re parking fines) In response to Council
Member Dobyns, Asst. to the City Manager Fruin reported there were four violations total
and three were in the immediate downtown area and the fourth on Johnson Street. Mayor
Pro tem Mims and Council Member Throgmorton noted they appreciated staff responses to
the letters addressed to Council.
4. (Consent Calendar #3g(10) — Kristin Sturdevant letter re S. Dodge St. & Bowery
Intersection) Mayor Pro tem Mims stated she agreed with the comments made and hoped
that the survey would provide some adjustments.
5. (Consent Calendar #3g(11) —Anna Buss letter re Fire Department Fees) In response to
Mayor Pro tem Mims, City Manager Markus stated the Fire Chief is reviewing the issue and
will be responding to the questions raised.
6. (Agenda item # 7 — Ordinance amending Title 3, entitled "Finances, Taxation & Fees,' ... to
change the rate of the stormwater utility fee) In response to Mayor Pro tem Mims, Public
Works Dir. Fosse confirmed the fee reflected a continuation of the increases started last
year.
7. (Agenda item # 14 — Resolution of intent to budget annual funding ... Co -Lab Initiative)
Mayor Pro tem Mims suggested the item be deferred to April 3 to allow time to review the
Plan that was distributed that evening as a late handout. Majority agreed.
8. (Agenda item # 6 — Resolution ... issuance and sale ... Midwestern Disaster Area Revenue
Bonds (Iowa Cancer Cure Project) ...) In response to Council Member Dobyns, City
Manager Markus, PCD Dir. Davidson, and City Atty. Dilkes outlined the process for such
bonds, and confirmed this was the second that had applied and received the bonds.
SIDEWALK CAFE ORDINANCE CHANGE [IP #3, IP#41
Public Works Dir. Fosse presented a power point. Majority of Council directed staff to:
➢ amend ordinance to reduce the 10 foot clearance to a 2 foot clearance for sidewalk
cafes located next to alleys
➢ amend the ordinance to provide administrative approval by the City Manager or his /her
designee
➢ prepare a memo regarding possible two story options for use as background if an
application is received; allow for case -by -case review
STAFF ACTION: Prepare ordinance for Council consideration at the April 3 meeting.
(Fosse)
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ANIMAL SHELTER PROJECT UPDATE
City Manager's Office Management Intern Andrew presented a power point "Iowa City Animal
Care and Adoption Center Flood Recovery Project ", and distributed copies.
STAFF ACTION: Prepare general resolution setting direction for the facility, and status
of agreements with jurisdictions for April 3 Council meeting. (Markus, Andrew)
INFORMATION PACKET DISCUSSION [March 8,15] / COUNCIL TIME
1. (Consent Calendar #3g(7) — letter from Tony Barrino) In response to Council Member
Throgmorton, noted the correspondence from Tony Barrino and asked if anyone knew him.
City Clerk Karr and City Atty. Dilkes, outlined the procedure for distribution of
correspondence addressed to City Council.
2. (IP6 of March 15 Packet — Joint Meeting Agenda) In response to Council Member Dobyns,
City Manager Markus outlined issues to be discussed, and staff that will be attending.
Council Member Payne stated she would be unable to attend the meeting.
3. (I136 of March 8 Packet — Memo from MPOJC Dir. re Alternates list for ECICOG meetings)
Council Member Dickens offered to be the alternate should Council Member Throgmorton
not be able to attend.
4. (IP7 of March 15 Packet — Bar Check Report February 2012) In response to Council
Member Dobyns, City Atty. Dilkes outlined the recent change to the ordinance that requires
all establishments that request an exception to the 21- ordinance keep their PAULA rate
below .25.
5. (Consent Calendar #3g(9) — letter from Steve Cooper re pay day lenders) In response to
Council Member Throgmorton, City Atty. Dilkes said the State licenses the establishments
and with respect to regulation by the City it is limited to zoning authority. Council Member
Payne explained her concerns re advertising.
PENDING WORK SESSION TOPICS [IP #5]
Mayor Pro tem Mims noted the April 3 tentative work session included:
• Recapping the Iowa City Farmer's Market Strategic Planning Effort
• Discuss Potential Revisions to the Sidewalk Snow Clearing Ordinance
• Animal Shelter Update
Pending topics included:
• Discussion of the Request to Rename Broadway Street
• Follow -up Presentation on the Disposition or Relocation of Public Housing Units
• Continuation of the Discussion to Consider Consolidation or Structural Changes to City
Boards and Commissions
Council Member Throgmorton noted the work session minutes of March 6 and asked that a
discussion of Police Citizen Review Board be added to occur after the Annual Public Forum in
May. Majority agreed to add the item to the pending list.
Tr
None
Meeting adjourned 6:30 PM.
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS — 3/20/12
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Pro tem Susan Mims
presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Dickens, Dobyns, Mims, Payne, Throgmorton.
Absent: Hayek. Staff members present: Markus, Fruin, Bentley, Andrew, Dilkes, Karr, Miklo,
Howard, Rummel, O'Brien, Davidson, Fosse.
The Mayor Pro tem proclaimed Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Lemme Elementary
students: Isaac Bills, Rachel Strang, and Luke Wright.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved and seconded that the 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:
March 6 Council Work Session; March 6 Special Council Formal Official and Complete; March
6 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): Historic Preservation
Commission — February 9, 2012; Housing and Community Development Commission —
February 16, 2012; Planning & Zoning Commission — February 16, 2012; Public Art Advisory
Committee — December 1, 2011.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk ( Renewal): Class C
Liquor License for Caliente Night Club, Inc., dba Caliente Night Club, Inc., 171 Hwy. 1 West;
Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Lodge #590 B.P.O. Elks of U.S.A., dba B.P.O. Elks #590,
637 Foster Road; Class C Liquor License for Sultana, Inc., dba El Dorado Mexican Restaurant,
1634 Sycamore St.; Special Class C Beer Permit for Suburban Investors, LLC, dba Suburban
BP AMOCO - Keokuk Street, 1905 Keokuk St.; Class C Liquor License for The Bandits, LLC,
dba El Banditos, 327 E. Market St.; Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Eastside Cafe, Inc.,
dba Bob's Your Uncle Pizza Cafe, 2208 N. Dodge St.; Outdoor Service Area for Iowa City
Eastside Cafe, Inc., dba Bob's Your Uncle Pizza Cafe, 2208 N. Dodge St.; RES. 12 -107,
ISSUE DANCING PERMIT for Caliente Night Club, Inc., dba Caliente Night Club, Inc., 171
Hwy. 1 West.
Resolutions: RES. 12 -108, APPROVING RECEIPT OF TRAFFIC SAFETY
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (TSIP) FUNDS FOR PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC CONTROL
DEVICES ON HIGHWAY 6 AND MELROSE AVENUE; RES. 12 -109, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST DONATION AGREEMENTS OF
"BOOKMARK" SCULPTURES UPON THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE PUBLIC ART
ADVISORY COMMITTEE; RES. 12 -110, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY
USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT -OF -WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER
MOKA JAVA LLC, AND TENANT IOWA CITY COFFEE COMPANY D /B /A JAVA HOUSE,
FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 12 -111, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY
USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT -OF -WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER
MARC MOEN, AND TENANT GRAZE IOWA CITY LLC D /B /A GRAZE, FOR A SIDEWALK
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CAFE; RES. 12 -112, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC
RIGHT -OF -WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER AMBROSE
PROPERTIES, LC, AND TENANT CAFFREY, INC. D /B /A DC'S, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE;
RES. 12 -113, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
TO A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND HILLS
BANK AND TRUST, HILLS, IOWA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 225 HUNTINGTON
DRIVE, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 12 -114, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY AND HILLS BANK AND TRUST, HILLS, IOWA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT
35 THISTLE COURT, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Setting Public Hearings: Set a public hearing for the April 17, 2012 City Council meeting
regarding the Iowa Department of Transportation Consolidated Transit Funding application for
Iowa City Transit; RES. 12 -115, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 3, 2012, ON
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY INDUSTRIAL CAMPUS RAILROAD
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF
SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE
FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 12 -116, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 3,
2012, ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE LOWER MUSCATINE ROAD RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT (KIRKWOOD AVE. TO 1ST AVE.), PROJECT, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO
PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE
SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 12 -117, SETTING A PUBLIC
HEARING FOR MAY 15, 2012, FOR THE IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY'S ANNUAL
PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012 AND DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF
SAID HEARING.
Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of $10,604,614.20 for the period of
February 1 through February 29, 2012, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to
audit.
Correspondence: Memo from City Engr. regarding Competitive Quotation Results; Traffic
Engineering Planner regarding Installation of (2) NO PARKING BETWEEN SIGNS with
supplemental arrows on the east side of Bartelt Road to the north and south of the transit stop;
Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of NO PARKING ANY TIME signs on the east
side of Algonquin Road; Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of COMMERCIAL
LOADING ZONE 30 MINUTE LIMIT 8 AM — 5 PM and an ALL VEHICLE LOADING ZONE 15
MINUTE LIMIT 8 AM — 5 PM M -F with a 2 AM to 6 AM TOWAWAY ZONE on the north side of
the 200 block of East Washington Street; The Rev. Robert Dotzel regarding Sanctuary City;
Bruce Maurer regarding Parking fines [Staff response included]; Tony Barrino regarding
Trillionaire Communications; Steve Cooper regarding Pay Day Lenders; Michael Finlayson
regarding Pay Day Loan Ordinance; Kristin Sturdevant regarding S. Dodge St. & Bowery
Intersection [Staff response included]; Anna Buss, A.B. Property Management & Sales
regarding Fire Department Fees; Dorsey Phelps regarding New Pioneer Plans for Moving and
Expansion [Mayor response included]; Rod Sullivan regarding Animal Shelter Services.
Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for April 3 on an ordinance designating 1.25 -acres of
land located at 108 McLean Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark (REZ12- 00004).
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A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending the Planned Development Overlay Plan
and Sensitive Areas Development Plan for the Peninsula Neighborhood Phases 3, 4 and 5 located
on Foster Road (REZ1 1-000 17).
Moved and seconded that the ordinance to amend the Planned Development Overlay Plan, the
Peninsula Neighborhood Code, and Sensitive Areas Development Plan for the Peninsula
Neighborhood Phases 3, 4 and 5 located on Foster Road (REZ11- 00017), be given first vote.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning, Subsection 14- 2C -8Q,
bonus provisions, adding a floor area bonus for constructing Class A office space on upper floors
within a multi -story building in a Central Business (CB -10) Zone.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning, Subsection 14- 2C -8Q,
bonus provisions, adding a floor area bonus for constructing Class A office space on upper floors
within a multi -story building in a Central Business (CB -10) Zone, be given first vote.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning, Article 9A, General
Definitions, changing the Definition of "Household" as it applies in the RM -44, PRM, RNS -20, RM-
20, and CO -1 Zones. The following individuals appeared: Tom Mentz, 419 Park; Sarah Clark,
509 Brown St.; Wally Plahutnik, 430 N. Gilbert St.; Chris Welu- Reynolds, 619 Brown St.; Jennifer
Baum, 814 Dewey St.; Julie Myers; Jean Walker, 335 Lucon Dr.; Glenn Siders, Greater Iowa City
Homebuilders Association; Nancy Carlson, 1002 E. Jefferson St.; Sally Bowers, 931 N. Summit
St.; Pam Michaud; Mike McLaughlin; Darlene Clausen, 508 E. Bloomington St.; and Roger Knight.
Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Julie Jones, Jack and Michaelanne
Widness, Mike McLaughlin (2), Greg Allen (2), Tom Baldridge, Dhyana Kaufman, David Kacena,
Nialle Sylvan, John Taylor, and 189 Protest of Rezoning signatures.
Moved and seconded to defer to April 3 the first vote on ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning,
Article 9A, General Definitions, changing the Definition of "Household" as it applies in the RM-44,
PRM, RNS -20, RM -20, and CO -1 Zones.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning, Article 4E, Nonconforming
Situations, regarding the regulation of non - conforming development, be given second vote.
Moved and seconded that the 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. 12 -4467,
REZONING 1.25 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED AT 108 MCLEAN STREET FROM
NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION RESIDENTIAL ZONE (RNS -20) TO PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY/ NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION (OPD /RNS -20) (REZ12-
00002), be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved and seconded that the ordinance be
finally adopted at this time. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from John Beasley.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 12 -118, APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF THE PATEL
ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA (SUB11- 00016).
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving proceeding with the issuance and sale of
not to exceed $5,376,250 aggregate principal amount of Midwestern Disaster Area Revenue
Bonds (Iowa Cancer Cure Project) Series 2012, of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, and related
matters.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 12 -119, APPROVING PROCEEDING WITH THE
ISSUANCE AND SALE OF NOT TO EXCEED $5,376,250 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT
OF MIDWESTERN DISASTER AREA REVENUE BONDS (IOWA CANCER CURE PROJECT)
SERIES 2012, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND RELATED MATTERS.
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A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 3, entitled "Finances, Taxation &
fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines, and Penalties," Section 6,
"Stormwater Utility Fee" and amending title 16 entitled "Public Works," Chapter 3, "City Utilities,"
Article G, "Storm Water Collection, Discharge and Runoff," Section 10(F)(3) to change the rate of
the Stormwater Utility Fee.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 3, entitled "Finances, Taxation &
Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines, and Penalties," Section 6,
"Stormwater Utility Fee" and amending Title 16 entitled "Public Works," Chapter 3, "City Utilities,"
Article G, "Storm Water Collection, Discharge and Runoff," Section 10(F)(3) to change the rate of
the Stormwater Utility Fee, be given first vote.
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. 12 -4468, AMENDING
TITLE 8, "POLICE REGULATIONS ", CHAPTER 5, "MISCELLANEOUS OFFENSES ", SECTION
6, "INDECENT EXPOSURE AND CONDUCT" TO CREATE TWO SEPARATE OFFENSES TO
BE KNOWN AND CITED AS "INDECENT EXPOSURE" AND "PUBLIC URINATION AND
DEFECATION," be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved and seconded that the
ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 3, Finances Taxation and Fees,
Chapter 4, Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties, Section 7, Public
Transportation to amend fees, be given second vote.
Moved and seconded that ORD. 12 -4469, AMENDING TITLE 3, FINANCES, TAXATION AND
FEES, CHAPTER 4, SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES, BONDS, FINES AND
PENALTIES, SECTION 3, POTABLE WATER USE AND SERVICE, be passed and adopted.
Moved and seconded that ORD. 12 -4470, AMENDING TITLE 10 OF THE CITY CODE,
ENTITLED USE OF PUBLIC WAYS AND PROPERTY," CHAPTER 3, ENTITLED,
"COMMERCIAL USE OF SIDEWALKS," SECTION 3, ENTITLED "USE FOR SIDEWALK
CAFES," TO ALLOW PLANTERS IN LIEU OF FENCING, be passed and adopted.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 12 -120, CHANGING THE NAME OF THE RIVERFRONT
CROSSINGS URBAN RENEWAL PLAN AND URBAN RENEWAL AREA TO THE RIVERSIDE
DRIVE URBAN RENEWAL PLAN AND URBAN RENEWAL AREA.
Moved and seconded that ORD. 12 -4471, PROVIDING THAT GENERAL PROPERTY TAXES
LEVIED AND COLLECTED EACH YEAR ON ALL PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN THE
RIVERFRONT CROSSINGS URBAN RENEWAL AREA N /K/A RIVERSIDE DRIVE URBAN
RENEAL AREA, IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, COUNTY OF JOHNSON, STATE OF IOWA, BY
AND FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE STATE OF IOWA, CITY OF IOWA CITY, COUNTY OF
JOHNSON, IOWA CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT AND OTHER TAXING DISTRICTS,
BE PAID TO A SPECIAL FUND FOR PAYMENT OF PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST ON LOANS,
REBATES, GRANTS, MONIES ADVANCED TO AND INDEBTEDNESS, INCLUDING BONDS
ISSUED OR TO BE ISSUED, INCURRED BY SAID CITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE
RIVERFRONT CROSSINGS URBAN RENEWAL PLAN N /K/A RIVERSIDE DRIVE URBAN
RENEWAL PLAN, be passed and adopted. The Mayor Pro tem declared the ordinance adopted,
5/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Payne, Champion, Dickens, Dobyns, Mims.
Nays: Throgmorton. Absent: Hayek.
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Moved and seconded to defer to April 3 the resolution of intent to budget annual funding for
Iowa City Area Development Group for the five fiscal years 2013 through 2017 and for additional
funding of the Co -Lab Initiative.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 12 -121, ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION OF OUTLOT B
TO THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AS PLATTED IN MACKINAW VILLAGE, PART TWO, IOWA CITY,
IOWA.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 12 -122, AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF
PROPERTY LOCALLY KNOWN AS 2538 NEVADA AVENUE, WHICH IS A PUBLIC NUISANCE,
FOR THE PURPOSE OF ABATING THE NUISANCE. Moved and seconded to accept
correspondence from Atty. R. Bradley Skinner.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 12 -123, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND
MAYOR TO ACQUIRE AND REHABILITATE HOMES FOR THE UNIVERCITY
NEIGHBORHOOD PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM.
A hearing was held on appeal of denial of application for permit to operate a mobile vending
unit on City Plaza or Iowa Avenue. Applicant Anthony Brown appeared. Correspondence
received from Anthony Browne.
Moved and seconded to affirm the City Manager's decision on appeal of denial of application
for permit to operate a mobile vending unit on city plaza or Iowa Avenue. The Mayor Pro tem
declared the motion carried, 5/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Mims, Payne,
Champion, Dickens, Dobyns. Nays: Throgmorton. Absent: Hayek.
The Mayor Pro tem noted the previously announced vacancies for Boards and Commissions:
Airport Commission for an unexpired term, effective upon appointment — March 1, 2014; Airport
Zoning Brd of Adjustment for a five -year term January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2016; Airport
Zoning Brd of Adjustment for a five -year term January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2013; Airport
Zoning Commission for a six -year term January 1, 2010 — December 31, 2015; Airport Zoning
Commission for a six -year term January 1, 2012 — December 31, 2017 (New full term); Planning &
Zoning Commission for a five -year term May 1, 2012 — May 1, 2017. Applications must be
received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 28, 2012. Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO-
formerly JCCOG) Community Climate Action Taskforce (formerly Cool Cities Taskforce) for At-
Large /Public vacancy to fill a one -year term, effective upon appointment, ending March 2013.
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 11, 2012.
The Mayor Pro tern noted no applications were received or gender balance requirements met
for the Board of Adjustment for an unexpired term, effective upon appointment, ending January 1,
2014 and Youth Advisory Commission for a Tate High representative for a two -year term January
1, 2011 — December 31, 2012, and will be readvertised. Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and
be 18 years of age unless specific qualifications are stated. [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.]
Moved and seconded to adjourn regular meeting at 8:55 p.m.
A more complete description of Council Activities and disbursements is on file in the office of
the City Clerk and Finance Department.
s /Susan Mims, Mayor Pro tem
s /Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Submitted for publication — 3/27/12.
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
MARCH 20, 2012
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Pro tem Susan Mims
presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Dickens, Dobyns, Mims, Payne, Throgmorton.
Absent: Hayek. Staff members present: Markus, Fruin, Bentley, Andrew, Dilkes, Karr, Miklo,
Howard, Rummel, O'Brien, Davidson, Fosse.
The Mayor Pro tem proclaimed Outstanding Student Citizenship Awards to Lemme Elementary
students: Isaac Bills, Rachel Strang, and Luke Wright.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Dobyns, that the 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:
March 6 Council Work Session; March 6 Special Council Formal Official and Complete; March
6 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): Historic Preservation
Commission — February 9, 2012; Housing and Community Development Commission —
February 16, 2012; Planning & Zoning Commission — February 16, 2012; Public Art Advisory
Committee — December 1, 2011.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk ( Renewal): Class C
Liquor License for Caliente Night Club, Inc., dba Caliente Night Club, Inc., 171 Hwy. 1 West;
Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Lodge #590 B.P.O. Elks of U.S.A., dba B.P.O. Elks #590,
637 Foster Road; Class C Liquor License for Sultana, Inc., dba El Dorado Mexican Restaurant,
1634 Sycamore St.; Special Class C Beer Permit for Suburban Investors, LLC, dba Suburban
BP AMOCO - Keokuk Street, 1905 Keokuk St.; Class C Liquor License for The Bandits, LLC,
dba El Banditos, 327 E. Market St.; Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Eastside Cafe, Inc.,
dba Bob's Your Uncle Pizza Cafe, 2208 N. Dodge St.; Outdoor Service Area for Iowa City
Eastside Cafe, Inc., dba Bob's Your Uncle Pizza Cafe, 2208 N. Dodge St.; RES. 12 -107,
ISSUE DANCING PERMIT for Caliente Night Club, Inc., dba Caliente Night Club, Inc., 171
Hwy. 1 West.
Resolutions: RES. 12 -108, APPROVING RECEIPT OF TRAFFIC SAFETY
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (TSIP) FUNDS FOR PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC CONTROL
DEVICES ON HIGHWAY 6 AND MELROSE AVENUE; RES. 12 -109, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST DONATION AGREEMENTS OF
"BOOKMARK" SCULPTURES UPON THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE PUBLIC ART
ADVISORY COMMITTEE; RES. 12 -110, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY
USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT -OF -WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER
MOKA JAVA LLC, AND TENANT IOWA CITY COFFEE COMPANY D /B /A JAVA HOUSE,
FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE; RES. 12 -111, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY
USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT -OF -WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER
MARC MOEN, AND TENANT GRAZE IOWA CITY LLC D /B /A GRAZE, FOR A SIDEWALK
CAFE; RES. 12 -112, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST A RENEWAL OF A LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC
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RIGHT -OF -WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, LANDOWNER AMBROSE
PROPERTIES, LC, AND TENANT CAFFREY, INC. D /B /A DC'S, FOR A SIDEWALK CAFE;
RES. 12 -113, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
TO A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND HILLS
BANK AND TRUST, HILLS, IOWA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 225 HUNTINGTON
DRIVE, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 12 -114, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY AND HILLS BANK AND TRUST, HILLS, IOWA FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT
35 THISTLE COURT, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Setting Public Hearings: Set a public hearing for the April 17, 2012 City Council meeting
regarding the Iowa Department of Transportation Consolidated Transit Funding application for
Iowa City Transit; RES. 12 -115, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 3, 2012, ON
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY INDUSTRIAL CAMPUS RAILROAD
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF
SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE
FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 12 -116, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL 3,
2012, ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE LOWER MUSCATINE ROAD RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT (KIRKWOOD AVE. TO 1ST AVE.), PROJECT, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO
PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE
SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 12 -117, SETTING A PUBLIC
HEARING FOR MAY 15, 2012, FOR THE IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY'S ANNUAL
PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012 AND DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF
SAID HEARING.
Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of $10,604,614.20 for the period of
February 1 through February 29, 2012, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to
audit.
Correspondence: Memo from City Engr. regarding Competitive Quotation Results; Traffic
Engineering Planner regarding Installation of (2) NO PARKING BETWEEN SIGNS with
supplemental arrows on the east side of Bartelt Road to the north and south of the transit stop;
Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of NO PARKING ANY TIME signs on the east
side of Algonquin Road; Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of COMMERCIAL
LOADING ZONE 30 MINUTE LIMIT 8 AM — 5 PM and an ALL VEHICLE LOADING ZONE 15
MINUTE LIMIT 8 AM — 5 PM M -F with a 2 AM to 6 AM TOWAWAY ZONE on the north side of
the 200 block of East Washington Street; The Rev. Robert Dotzel regarding Sanctuary City;
Bruce Maurer regarding Parking fines [Staff response included]; Tony Barrino regarding
Trillionaire Communications; Steve Cooper regarding Pay Day Lenders; Michael Finlayson
regarding Pay Day Loan Ordinance; Kristin Sturdevant regarding S. Dodge St. & Bowery
Intersection [Staff response included]; Anna Buss, A.B. Property Management & Sales
regarding Fire Department Fees; Dorsey Phelps regarding New Pioneer Plans for Moving and
Expansion [Mayor response included]; Rod Sullivan regarding Animal Shelter Services.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Dickens, to set a public hearing for April 3 on an ordinance
designating 1.25 -acres of land located at 108 McLean Street as an Iowa City Historic Landmark
(REZ12- 00004).
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A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending the Planned Development Overlay Plan
and Sensitive Areas Development Plan for the Peninsula Neighborhood Phases 3, 4 and 5 located
on Foster Road (REZ11- 00017). No one appeared.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Payne, that the ordinance to amend the Planned Development
Overlay Plan, the Peninsula Neighborhood Code, and Sensitive Areas Development Plan for the
Peninsula Neighborhood Phases 3, 4 and 5 located on Foster Road (REZ11- 00017), be given first
vote.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning, Subsection 14- 2C -8Q,
bonus provisions, adding a floor area bonus for constructing Class A office space on upper floors
within a multi -story building in a Central Business (CB -10) Zone. No one appeared.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Champion, that the ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning,
Subsection 14- 2C -8Q, bonus provisions, adding a floor area bonus for constructing Class A office
space on upper floors within a multi -story building in a Central Business (CB -10) Zone, be given
first vote.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning, Article 9A, General
Definitions, changing the Definition of "Household" as it applies in the RM -44, PRM, RNS -20, RM-
20, and CO -1 Zones. City Atty. Dilkes stated the item did not require ex parte disclosures. Planner
Howard presented a power point. Individual Council Members expressed their views. The
following individuals appeared: Tom Mentz, 419 Park; Sarah Clark, 509 Brown St.; Wally
Plahutnik, 430 N. Gilbert St.; Chris Welu- Reynolds, 619 Brown St.; Jennifer Baum, 814 Dewey St.;
Julie Myers; Jean Walker, 335 Lucon Dr.; Glenn Siders, Greater Iowa City Homebuilders
Association; Nancy Carlson, 1002 E. Jefferson St.; Sally Bowers, 931 N. Summit St.; Pam
Michaud; Mike McLaughlin; Darlene Clausen, 508 E. Bloomington St.; and Roger Knight. Moved
by Throgmorton, seconded by Dickens, to accept correspondence from Julie Jones, Jack and
Michaelanne Widness, Mike McLaughlin (2), Greg Allen (2), Tom Baldridge, Dhyana Kaufman,
David Kacena, Nialle Sylvan, John Taylor, and 189 Protest of Rezoning signatures.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Dickens, to defer to April 3 the first vote on ordinance amending
Title 14, Zoning, Article 9A, General Definitions, changing the Definition of "Household" as it
applies in the RM -44, PRM, RNS -20, RM -20, and CO -1 Zones. Sr. Planner Miklo present for
discussion. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning,
Article 4E, Nonconforming Situations, regarding the regulation of non - conforming development, be
given second vote.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Throgmorton, that the 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. 12 -4467, REZONING 1.25 ACRES OF LAND LOCATED AT 108 MCLEAN STREET
FROM NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION RESIDENTIAL ZONE (RNS -20) TO PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY/ NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION (OPD /RNS -20) (REZ12-
00002), be voted on for final passage at this time. The Mayor Pro tem requested any ex parte
communications and none were reported. Moved by Champion, seconded by Dickens, that the
ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Moved by Dickens, seconded by Payne, to accept
correspondence from John Beasley.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Payne, to adopt RES. 12 -118, APPROVING THE FINAL
PLAT OF THE PATEL ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA (SUB11- 00016).
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A public hearing was held on a resolution approving proceeding with the issuance and sale of
not to exceed $5,376,250 aggregate principal amount of Midwestern Disaster Area Revenue
Bonds (Iowa Cancer Cure Project) Series 2012, of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, and related
matters. No one appeared.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 12 -119, APPROVING
PROCEEDING WITH THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF NOT TO EXCEED $5,376,250
AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MIDWESTERN DISASTER AREA REVENUE BONDS
(IOWA CANCER CURE PROJECT) SERIES 2012, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND
RELATED MATTERS.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 3, entitled "Finances, Taxation &
fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines, and Penalties," Section 6,
"Stormwater Utility Fee" and amending title 16 entitled "Public Works," Chapter 3, "City Utilities,"
Article G, "Storm Water Collection, Discharge and Runoff," Section 10(F)(3) to change the rate of
the Stormwater Utility Fee. No one appeared.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Throgmorton, that the ordinance amending Title 3, entitled
"Finances, Taxation & Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines, and
Penalties," Section 6, "Stormwater Utility Fee" and amending Title 16 entitled "Public Works,"
Chapter 3, "City Utilities," Article G, "Storm Water Collection, Discharge and Runoff," Section
10(F)(3) to change the rate of the Stormwater Utility Fee, be given first vote.
Moved by Throgmorton, 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. 12 -4468, AMENDING TITLE 8, "POLICE REGULATIONS ", CHAPTER 5,
"MISCELLANEOUS OFFENSES ", SECTION 6, "INDECENT EXPOSURE AND CONDUCT" TO
CREATE TWO SEPARATE OFFENSES TO BE KNOWN AND CITED AS "INDECENT
EXPOSURE" AND "PUBLIC URINATION AND DEFECATION," be voted on for final passage at
this time. Moved by Throgmorton, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance be finally adopted at
this time.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Payne, that the ordinance amending Title 3, Finances
Taxation and Fees, Chapter 4, Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties,
Section 7, Public Transportation to amend fees, be given second vote.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Dickens, that ORD. 12 -4469, AMENDING TITLE 3,
FINANCES, TAXATION AND FEES, CHAPTER 4, SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES,
BONDS, FINES AND PENALTIES, SECTION 3, POTABLE WATER USE AND SERVICE, be
passed and adopted.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Dickens, that ORD. 12 -4470, AMENDING TITLE 10 OF THE
CITY CODE, ENTITLED USE OF PUBLIC WAYS AND PROPERTY," CHAPTER 3, ENTITLED,
"COMMERCIAL USE OF SIDEWALKS," SECTION 3, ENTITLED "USE FOR SIDEWALK
CAFES," TO ALLOW PLANTERS IN LIEU OF FENCING, be passed and adopted.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 12 -120, CHANGING THE NAME OF
THE RIVERFRONT CROSSINGS URBAN RENEWAL PLAN AND URBAN RENEWAL AREA TO
THE RIVERSIDE DRIVE URBAN RENEWAL PLAN AND URBAN RENEWAL AREA.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Dickens, that ORD. 12 -4471, PROVIDING THAT GENERAL
PROPERTY TAXES LEVIED AND COLLECTED EACH YEAR ON ALL PROPERTY LOCATED
WITHIN THE RIVERFRONT CROSSINGS URBAN RENEWAL AREA N /K/A RIVERSIDE DRIVE
URBAN RENEAL AREA, IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, COUNTY OF JOHNSON, STATE OF
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IOWA, BY AND FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE STATE OF IOWA, CITY OF IOWA CITY, COUNTY
OF JOHNSON, IOWA CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT AND OTHER TAXING
DISTRICTS, BE PAID TO A SPECIAL FUND FOR PAYMENT OF PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST
ON LOANS, REBATES, GRANTS, MONIES ADVANCED TO AND INDEBTEDNESS,
INCLUDING BONDS ISSUED OR TO BE ISSUED, INCURRED BY SAID CITY IN CONNECTION
WITH THE RIVERFRONT CROSSINGS URBAN RENEWAL PLAN N /K/A RIVERSIDE DRIVE
URBAN RENEWAL PLAN, be passed and adopted. The Mayor Pro tem declared the ordinance
adopted, 5/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Payne, Champion, Dickens,
Dobyns, Mims. Nays: Throgmorton. Absent: Hayek.
Moved by Throgmorton, seconded by Dickens, to defer to April 3 the resolution of intent to
budget annual funding for Iowa City Area Development Group for the five fiscal years 2013 through
2017 and for additional funding of the Co -Lab Initiative.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Champion, to adopt RES. 12 -121, ACCEPTING THE
DEDICATION OF OUTLOT B TO THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AS PLATTED IN MACKINAW
VILLAGE, PART TWO, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 12 -122, AUTHORIZING THE
ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY LOCALLY KNOWN AS 2538 NEVADA AVENUE, WHICH IS A
PUBLIC NUISANCE, FOR THE PURPOSE OF ABATING THE NUISANCE. Individual Council
Members expressed their views. Moved by Throgmorton, seconded by Payne, to accept
correspondence from Atty. R. Bradley Skinner.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Payne, to adopt RES. 12 -123, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER AND MAYOR TO ACQUIRE AND REHABILITATE HOMES FOR THE UNIVERCITY
NEIGHBORHOOD PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM.
A hearing was held on appeal of denial of application for permit to operate a mobile vending
unit on City Plaza or Iowa Avenue. Adm. Asst. Bentley presented information. Applicant Anthony
Brown appeared. Individual Council Members expressed their views, and noted correspondence
from Anthony Browne.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Champion, to affirm the City Manager's decision on appeal of
denial of application for permit to operate a mobile vending unit on city plaza or Iowa Avenue. The
Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried, 5/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes:
Mims, Payne, Champion, Dickens, Dobyns. Nays: Throgmorton. Absent: Hayek.
The Mayor Pro tern noted the previously announced vacancies for Boards and Commissions:
Airport Commission for an unexpired term, effective upon appointment — March 1, 2014; Airport
Zoning Brd of Adjustment for a five -year term January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2016; Airport
Zoning Brd of Adjustment for a five -year term January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2013; Airport
Zoning Commission for a six -year term January 1, 2010 — December 31, 2015; Airport Zoning
Commission for a six -year term January 1, 2012 — December 31, 2017 (New full term); Planning &
Zoning Commission for a five -year term May 1, 2012 — May 1, 2017. Applications must be
received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 28, 2012. Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO-
formerly JCCOG) Community Climate Action Taskforce (formerly Cool Cities Taskforce) for At-
Large /Public vacancy to fill a one -year term, effective upon appointment, ending March 2013.
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 11, 2012.
The Mayor Pro tem noted no applications were received or gender balance requirements met
for the Board of Adjustment for an unexpired term, effective upon appointment, ending January 1,
2014 and Youth Advisory Commission for a Tate High representative for a two -year term January
1, 2011 — December 31, 2012, and will be readvertised. Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and
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be 18 years of age unless specific qualifications are stated. [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.]
Council Member Dobyns congratulated Mayor Pro tem Mims on stepping in for the Mayor who
was ill for the meeting.
Council Member Throgmorton reported on his listening posts meets in various parts of the City,
noting one on at Fairgrounds, on March 23.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Dobyns, to adjourn regular meeting at 8:55 p.m.
Susan Mims, Mayor Pro tern
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
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March 21, 2012 Joint Meeting, Iowa City Public Library, Room A Page
Present: Matt Hayek (IC), Susan Mims (IC), Terry Dickens (IC), Tim Kemp (Hills), Sally
Stutsman (JC), Mike Haverkamp (UH); Janelle Rettig (JC); Pat Harney (JC); John
Lundell (C); Jim Throgmorton (IC); Rick Dobyns (IC); Terrence Neuzil (JC);
Vicki Fields (ICCSD), Marla Swesey (ICCSD); Gerry Kuhl (NL); Tom Salm
(NL); Rod Sullivan (JC); Jeff McGinnis (ICCSD); Connie Champion (IC)
Jeff Davidson (IC); Rick Fosse (IC); John Yapp (MPO); Tracey Mulcahey (NL);
Tom Markus (IC); Marian Karr IC( ); Mike Moran (IC); Rick Fosse (IC); Julie
VanDyke (JC Planning); Andy Johnson (JC); Stephen Murley (ICCSD)
(IC — Iowa City; Hills; JC — Johnson County; ICCSD — Iowa City School Board; UH-
University Heights; C — Coralville; NL — North Liberty; MPO — Metropolitan Planning
Organization)
Call to Order:
Iowa City Mayor Matt Hayek called the meeting to order at 4:30 P.M.
Welcome and Introductions:
Mayor Hayek asked that those in attendance introduce themselves. This also provided an
opportunity to check the mic system.
Right -of -Way Dedication in Fringe Areas (JC):
Pat Harney with Johnson County spoke to the Johnson County right -of -way dedication map. He
stated that Johnson County has to adopt such a map yearly. He briefly explained why this is
done, stating that if surrounding jurisdictions let them know where new subdivisions and /or
roads may be built, for example, that this then allows them to plan accordingly. Rod Sullivan
with Johnson County then added comments, giving those in attendance some examples from the
North Liberty area.
Legislative Priorities (ICCSD):
Vicki Fields with the Iowa City Community School District gave an update to those in
attendance regarding what they have been working on at the State level, in addition to local and
federal efforts. Funding and growth are two main topics, according to Fields. She also noted
that people may have noticed when paying their income tax that there is an Instructional Support
Levy on there. Currently the School District is able to levy it, but are not able to fully fund it at
the rate that was put on there. She noted that this difference grows each year, and currently the
District is about a million dollars short in that funding as it is not fully funded by the State.
Fields continued, noting that quality pre - school for all 3 and 4- year -olds is also a top priority.
Another top priority, according to Fields, is their support of tax increment financing (TIF)
limitations and reforms that "provide for meaningful input from school districts, whose taxable
valuation and property would be affected by a municipality's TIF project."
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Fields then responded to questions concerning her presentation. Jeff McGinnis (ICCSD) also
spoke to these issues, in particular the issue of allowable growth. The impact of this on class
sizes is one of the hot topics in Des Moines, according to McGinnis. Connie Champion (IC)
asked McGinnis what the average class size is for first grade. It was reported that on average the
kindergarten through second grade averages are lower, usually around 24, with the average rising
in the third through sixth grades to around 26. However, even with this as a priority, it was noted
that some classes are in the 30 range.
Jim Throgmorton (IC) asked if the City routinely consults with the School District when it comes
to TIFs. Hayek responded that he is not sure that this has ever been the practice in this region
when it comes to TIFs. Janelle Rettig (JC) then spoke briefly to what others' legislative
concerns are, adding that the County has entered into a lobbying contract with four other
counties. She stated that they have spent more time in Des Moines this year than ever before.
One issue that Rettig stated will greatly affect those present is a mental health redesign by the
State. She gave a brief rundown of what this redesign will mean, noting that the County is
concerned about this. Hayek suggested that each entity perhaps share their legislative priorities
with each other, in order to keep each other informed of what issues are most important in each
jurisdiction. Rick Dobyns (IC) stated that the lobbyists most likely know each other and that
asking them if there are commonalities between the jurisdictions would be a good idea, as would
finding out what issues in other jurisdictions might affect surrounding areas, etc.
2012 -2013 Road and Trail Proiects Affecting Neighboring Jurisdictions (JC):
Rettig (JC) shared with those present where the County is currently with this plan. She added
that the Dubuque Street trail is now complete, and that the County is working on a project now
that goes through Coralville and Tiffin, headed to Kent Park. This trail is to then connect to the
Amana Colonies in the future. Rettig then turned to the trail in North Liberty, stating that the
plan is to take this along Mehaffey Bridge, headed toward Sugar Bottom, and then continue to
Solon and Ely. Eventually the trail will connect all of these areas, from the Terry Trueblood
Recreation Area to Cedar Falls, according to Rettig.
Continuing, Rettig shared some upcoming road projects: Oakdale Boulevard from Coralville to
Dubuque Street is a two -year project; funding is shared between the County and Coralville, and
there are some federal funds available; Mehaffey Bridge construction has come in at $4 million
over budget, causing some rethinking of the five -year road use plan.
Rick Fosse (IC) spoke about Iowa City's upcoming projects. He noted the Butler Bridge
pedestrian addition, currently under construction, as being completed by the end of the season.
Iowa City will be responsible for clearing snow and general maintenance of this bridge. He also
noted the extension of the trail system on the east side of town, with the Court Hill trail system.
Mike Moran (IC) addressed questions regarding this trail. He noted that the trail starts at Scott
Boulevard where the current Court Hill Trail ends, and then follows Ralston Creek through Scott
Park, with a bridge over the creek to the Dog Park and then continue on to Windsor Ridge along
the creek.
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John Lundell (C) noted that they only have two external connections to the trail system, Oakdale
Boulevard and the other by their ball fields on the west side of town. Internally they are working
on a variety of projects related to their flood mitigation projects, encompassing areas along the
river and up to Clear Creek.
Gerry Kuhl (NL) stated that they completed their portion of the Dubuque Street trail last year.
They do not have any trail plans for this year. As for road projects this season, North Liberty is
finishing the north half of Jones and some various sidewalk projects around town. They will also
be doing some design work on the next phase of 965, as well as the south half of Jones
Boulevard.
Mike Haverkamp (UH) stated that they recently held a community meeting to go over their
`sunset sidewalk' program and to get community input. They hope to come to some type of
conclusion soon on this project.
Roosevelt Elementary (ICCSD):
Steve Murley (ICCSD) spoke about the School District's disposition plans for Roosevelt
Elementary. After much review and thought, the Board has arrived at the use of a competitive
bid process. This will allow the Board to very tightly constrain the parameters under which they
would consider selling the property. Murley noted that after much public input, the Board has a
very specific list of what the neighborhood does not want to see there. Interested parties can then
use this information for preparing a competitive bid, which they can then present to the Board.
The Board then has the right to accept any, or none, of the bid proposals received. April 1, 2012,
is the deadline for these competitive bids, according to Murley. Dobyns (IC) asked what the
neighborhood would prefer to see, and Murley noted that it was easier to define what is `not
wanted in the neighborhood, such as: high density residential, strip malls, gas stations, bars, or
liquor stores. Uses such as office space or medical office appeared to be okay to the
neighborhood. Dobyns (IC) also asked about the Roosevelt ravine. Murley noted that this is part
of the bid documents, where it is stipulated that it must remain undeveloped. Tom Markus (IC)
asked Murley if they have worked with Iowa City's Planning Department on this project.
Murley stated that they have had discussions with Planning, after encountering questions from
the neighborhood that they could not answer. Murley continued to explain what this process will
entail and what timeframes they expect as this moves forward. Terry Dickens (IC) shared his
experiences on the taskforce for the Roosevelt Elementary disposition.
2013 Budgets for Social Services PC):
Sally Stutsman (JC) shared information regarding the County's budget for social services in the
area, and stated that the County would like to know what others are doing regarding this type of
funding. Some of the agencies funded by the County include: block grants for the Visiting
Nurses Association, Elderly Services, the Free Medical Clinic, the Food Bank, Shelter House,
Big Brothers/Big Sisters, United Action for Youth, Youth Home, RVAP, Crisis Center, 4Cs,
Senior Center, Uptown Bill's, MECCA, and the Housing Trust Fund. Stutsman (JC) then
responded to questions regarding their funding. She added that in this year's budget they have
added an "unmet needs" account of $22,000, which can be used for emergencies that come up.
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Jeff Davidson (IC) noted that the Iowa City City Council continues its funding to social services
agencies. He explained that the majority of the funding comes from the City's General Fund,
$274,000 in FY13; $91,000 from CDBG funds; and $26,000 -plus from utility user fees. There
are 15 to 20 agencies that request funds annually, according to Davidson. The conversation
turned to funding shortages and how each of the jurisdictions will handle these. Terrence Neuzil
(JC) noted that in Iowa when the State has cut funding in the past, others in the communities
have picked this up. He also addressed the impact of the State taking over the MHDS programs
and funding. There will be several agencies in the local area that will feel this change, according
to Neuzil. Neuzil (JC) then responded to questions regarding how commercial property tax
changes will affect this funding, as well. Rettig (JC) added that the County has 21 classes of
property that are taxed. This year 15 of those classes are going to see a tax cut — industrial,
commercial, Ag land, Ag buildings, and utilities. The only classes that will see an increase are
the six classes of residential.
John Lundell (C) shared their funding for these agencies, noting that they were able to give an
increase to this funding. Their council had a subcommittee review the requests, one of which
was for the Coralville Food Pantry. They were able to give this agency a sizable portion in order
to establish their services.
Gerry Kuhl (NL) stated that their list is much shorter. Some of their agencies are the Family
Resource Center, the Housing Trust, Big Brothers/ Big Sisters, and the North Liberty Food
Pantry. Neuzil (JC) asked that the communities present remember these funding issues as they
look ahead and think about ways to keep these agencies funded, as State funding decreases.
Tim Kemp (Hills) added that they gave $8,000 to their Family Resource Center and were also
able to add another $7,000 in the next fiscal year for various community funding needs.
Redistricting (ICCSD):
Steve Murley (ICCSD) spoke about the District's redistricting plans. They are currently
reviewing the attendance zones in the district, paying particular attention to the elementary and
junior high attendance zones. Of particular concern is overcrowding at North Central Junior
High. On the other hand, Northwest Junior High is under capacity, according to Murley. They
are considering some type of redistricting to address this. Grant Wood Elementary in Iowa City
is overcrowded, according to Murley, with temporary classrooms in use there. Hills Elementary,
on the other hand, has empty seats. This is another area where the District is considering
redistricting. Murley briefly explained the process the Board is going through to address these
issues. Others shared what they have been hearing from the public concerning these issues.
Joint Meetings with Large Cities (JC):
Rod Sullivan (JC) spoke to this issue, stating that the County has had meetings in the past with
Solon, Tiffin, and Swisher at their council meetings, and have plans to attend Lone Tree's in the
next month. The County would like to do this with their larger cities, and the school district, if
there is interest on the part of those entities.
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Other Business:
Janelle Rettig (NL) noted that before the next joint meeting they will be having Bike to Work
Week (May 14 —18). She noted that in the past Iowa City and Coralville helped to fund this
activity, and that various officials have taken part in the activities. She asked for interested
parties to take part in the activities, giving everyone a brief history on this.
Schedule Next Meeting:
The next joint meeting will be hosted by Johnson County and will be held on June 20, 2012, at
4:30 P.M.
Adiourn•
The meeting adjourned at 5:30 P.M.