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Date: April 10, 2012
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, April 3, 2012, 5:00 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Champion, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims, Throgmorton. Absent: Payne
UISG Rep.: Graham
Staff: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, Karr, Andrew, Bentley, O'Brien, Jennings, O'Malley, Miklo,
Howard, Goodman, Moran, Fosse, Davidson, Havel
(A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website)
Mayor Hayek stated Council Member Payne was ill and would not be attending the meetings
that evening.
COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS [Agenda #27]
Airport Commission (1) — Readvertise
Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment (2) — Readvertise
Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment (1) — Readvertise
Airport Zoning Commission (1) — Readvertise
Planning & Zoning Commission (1) — Phoebe Martin
PLANNING & ZONING ITEMS
PCD Dir. presented a power point [archived in the City Clerk's office] of the following items:
ITEM 6i CONSIDER A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF THE
PENINSULA NEIGHBORHOOD PHASE 3 AND 4, IOWA CITY, IOWA. (SUB11-
00017)
ITEM 6j CONSIDER A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF THE
PENINSULA NEIGHBORHOOD PHASE 5, IOWA CITY, IOWA. (SUB12- 00001)
ITEM 6k CONSIDER A RESOLUTION WAIVING THE EXTRATERRITORIAL REVIEW
OF WOODLAND RIDGE ESTATES, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA.
Planner Howard and Senior Planner Miklo presented a power point [archived in the City Clerk's
office] of the following item:
ITEM 6e CONSIDER 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.
(FIRST CONSIDERATION)
In response to Mayor Hayek a majority indicated support for the ordinance.
Council Work Session
April 3, 2012
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AGENDA ITEMS
1. (Agenda item # 22 — resolution approving an agreement ... private redevelopment ...
Central Park L.L.C.) PCD Dir. Davidson, City Manager Markus, and City Atty. Dilkes
responded to questions. Majority requested staff provide a shadow analysis of the project at
the formal meeting.
2. In response to Council Member Dobyns, City Clerk Karr and City Manager Markus stated it
was common to have the consent calendar at the front of the meeting but Council could
adjust the order permanently by resolution, or pull items from the Consent Calendar for
separate consideration.
3. (Agenda item # 13 — resolution of intent to budget annual funding ... Co -Lab Initiative) PCD
Dir. Davidson present for discussion. City Manager Markus confirmed performance
measures were in the enabling agreement and discretion provided to the City Manager.
RECAPPING FARMER'S MARKET STRATEGIC PLANNING EFFORT [IP #3]
Chair Clay Claussen introduced other strategic planning committee members (Vendor Kristin
Kromray, Vendor and Commission Member Alli Gnade, Vice -Chair Maggie Elliott, Parks & Rec.
Dir. Moran). Other members not in attendance included: Vendor Martha Boyson, Commission
Member Lucie Laurian, and Market Coordinator Neumann. Two handouts were distributed:
➢ Recommendations:
➢ Farmers Market Expansion 2 -5 Years
STAFF ACTION: Park & Recreation Commission to adopt the Report and schedule for
Council approval. (Moran)
ANIMAL SHELTER PROJECT UPDATE [Agenda #23]
City Manager Management Intern Andrew presented a power point [archived in the City Clerk's
office], and City Manager Markus responded to questions. Majority agreed to proceed.
INFORMATION PACKET DISCUSSION [March 291 / COUNCIL TIME
1. Council Member Throgmorton indicated he had a question regarding the elevation of
Dubuque Street and would follow up with Public Works Dir. Fosse.
2. (IP5 — Memo from the City Clerk re KXIC Radio Show) After discussion a majority agreed to
the following schedule:
April 18 - Mims
April 25 - Champion
May 2 - Throgmorton
May 9 - Hayek
May 16 - Rick Dobyns
May 23 - Champion
May 30 - Hayek
3. Mayor Hayek noted that Council Member Throgmorton had been appointed to the ECICOG
and UNESCO Board and meeting times conflict. The item will be scheduled for the next
Council meeting for discussion and possible reappointments.
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April 3, 2012
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4. Mayor Hayek that Council Member Dobyns has been asked to participate in the Partnership
for Alcohol Safety meetings and there is no formal appointment necessary.
5. Council Member Throgmorton distributed copies of a proposed resolution relating to the
Death of Trayvon Martin and asked Council to consider placing it on an agenda for adoption.
A majority agreed to schedule discussion at the April 17 work session.
PENDING WORK SESSION TOPICS [IP#4]
None
MEETING SCHEDULE /UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS /COUNCIL INVITATIONS [IP #5]
Council Member Throgmorton thanked staff for their efforts in supporting and
coordinating the Jane Jacobs walk on May 5th, noting the route from the ped. mall down
Clinton Street to the old train depot and back up Linn and Gilbert Streets. The event is
co- sponsored by the City of Iowa City, School of Urban & Regional Planning at the
University, City of Literature, and the Center for the living City. He stated more
information would be coming.
2. Council Member Dobyns asked that Council consider moving the August meeting date
from August 21 to August 14. Staff will schedule for April 17 work session to allow
Members to check their calendars regarding re- scheduling.
3. Mayor Hayek noted upcoming events for Earth Day at the Recycling Center, and
Olympic Trials.
Meeting adjourned 6:32 PM.