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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
NOVEMBER 12, 2013
Iowa City City Council Special meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims,
Payne (electronically), Throgmorton. Absent: None. Staff members present: Markus,
Fruin, Dilkes, Karr, Davidson, O'Brien, Andrew, Fosse, Moran, Bockenstedt.
The Mayor presented Student Citizenship Awards to Weber Elementary students:
Abbie Callahan and Nikul Patel.
The Mayor proclaimed National Native American Heritage Month, Human Rights
Commissioner Joe Coulter accepting; Veterans Day — November 11, 2013; John F.
Kennedy Remembrance Day — November 22, 2013, Larry Baker accepting.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Champion, 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: October 15 Council Work Session; October 15 Council Regular Formal
Official & Complete; October 28 Joint Meeting / Council Work Session.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Airport
Commission — September 19; Airport Commission — October 1; Board of Appeals —
November 5, 2012; Board of Library Trustees — September 26; Citizens Police
Review Board — October 7; Housing and Community Development Commission —
September 19; Human Rights Commission — September 17; Parks and Recreation
Commission — September 11; Planning and Zoning Commission — September 19
(work session); Planning and Zoning Commission — October 3 (formal); Senior
Center Commission — September 19; Telecommunications Commission —
September 23.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk.
(Renewal): Class C Liquor License for Brixco., LLC., dba Brix, 209 N. Linn St.;
Class C Liquor License for Suzster, Inc., dba The Club Car, 122 Wright St.; Class C
Liquor License for JOBSITE, LLC., dba JOBSITE, 928 Maiden Ln.; Class E Liquor
License for Fareway Stores, Inc., dba Fareway Stores, Inc. #950, 2530 Westwinds
Dr.; Class E Liquor License for Fareway Stores, Inc., dba Fareway Stores, Inc. #034,
2765 Commerce Dr.; Class E Liquor License for Wal -Mart Stores, Inc., dba Wal -Mart
Store #1721, 919 Hwy 1 West; Class C Beer Permit for Aldi, Inc., dba Aldi, Inc. #67,
1534 Gilbert St. S.; Class E Liquor License for Kum & Go LC., dba Kum & Go #52,
25 West Burlington St.; Class E Liquor License for Caylor Development LLC., dba
Sauce, 108 E. College St.; Class E Liquor License for Reif Oil Company, dba Iowa
City Fast Break, 2580 Naples Ave.; Class C Liquor License for Inc., Limited, dba The
Sanctuary Pub, 405 South Gilbert St.; Class B Liquor License for POSH HOTEL
LLC, dba Clarion Highlander Hotel & Conference Center, 2525 North Dodge St.;
RES. 13 -311, TO ISSUE DANCING PERMIT to POSH HOTEL LLC, dba Clarion
Highlander Hotel & Conference Center, 2525 North Dodge St.; Class C Liquor
License for Perries, L.L.C., dba Clinton Street Social Club, 18 Y2 South Clinton St.;
Special Class C Liquor License for India Cafe Corporation, dba India; Cafe, 227 E.
Washington St.; Class C Liquor License for Lusati, Inc., dba Quinton's Bar and Deli,
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215 E. Washington St.; (New) RES. 13 -311b, TO ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMIT to
Dawn Schatz, dba Happy Daze, 361 E. College St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 13 -312, ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION OF
ADDITIONAL UNDERGROUND UTILITY EASEMENT AREAS AND RIGHT OF WAY
TO THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AS PLATTED IN COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES
FOURTH ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 13 -313, ESTABLISHING THE CITY
OF IOWA CITY'S 2014 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES; RES. 13 -314, APPROVING
SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION TO THE IOWA FLOOD MITIGATION BOARD
FOR $8,497,240 TO DEMOLISH THE NORTH WASTEWATER TREATMENT
PLANT, CREATE A WETLAND AT THE SITE, STABILIZE STREAMBANKS, AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE APPLICATION, GRANT
AGREEMENT, AND AMENDMENTS; RES. 13 -315, APPROVING LOCAL
MATCHING FUNDS TO THE IOWA FLOOD MITIGATION APPLICATION TO
DEMOLISH THE NORTH WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT, CREATE A
WETLAND AT THE SITE, AND TO STABILIZE STREAMBANKS; RES. 13 -316,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER, STORM SEWER,
WATER MAIN, AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR MACKINAW
VILLAGE — PART FIVE, AND DECLARING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN
FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE; RES. 13 -317, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR
THE SANITARY SEWER, STORM SEWER, WATER MAIN, AND PAVING PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS FOR LINDEMANN SUBDIVISION — PART FOUR A, AND
DECLARING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND
USE; RES. 13 -318, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER,
STORM SEWER, WATER MAIN, AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR
LINDEMANN SUBDIVISION — PART FIVE, AND DECLARING THE PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE; RES. 13 -319,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE STORM SEWER, SANITARY SEWER,
WATER MAIN, AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR PENINSULA
NEIGHBORHOOD, THIRD ADDITION, AND DECLARING PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE; RES. 13 -320,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR STORM SEWER, SANITARY SEWER, WATER
MAIN, PAVING AND CERTAIN SIDEWALK PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR
PENINSULA NEIGHBORHOOD, FOURTH ADDITION, AND DECLARING THE
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE; RES. 13 -321,
APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY
OF IOWA CITY AND BARKER LEMAR ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS TO
PROVIDE ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE IOWA CITY
LANDFILL AND RECYCLING CENTER; RES. 13 -322, DIRECTING THE FILING OF
CERTIFICATION UNDER IOWA CODE SECTION 403.19 FOR THE 2013 END OF
YEAR CERTIFICATION OF URBAN RENEWAL PROJECTS; RES. 13 -323,
APPROVING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING 2013 ANNUAL URBAN RENEWAL AREA
REPORT; RES. 13 -324, ENCOURAGING THE UNITED STATED POSTAL
SERVICE TO CONSIDER ADDITIONAL SITE LOCATIONS FOR THEIR RETAIL
CUSTOMER SERVICE OPERATIONS; RES. 13 -325, AUTHORIZING
ASSIGNMENT OF LEASE WITH BRADFORD CHILD CARE SERVICES, INC. TO
PHOENIX CHILDREN'S ACADEMY, INC. FOR APPLE TREE DAYCARE SPACE IN
THE COURT STREET TRANSPORTATION CENTER.
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Setting Public Hearings: RES. 13 -326, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON
DECEMBER 3, 2013 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CITY PARK POOL
ADA RENOVATIONS PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE
OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID
PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION; Setting a public hearing for December
3 on a resolution to annex 44.85 acres of property located on South Sycamore
Street, south of the current city limits and an ordinance rezoning 15.78 acres of said
land from County Residential (R) Zone to Neighborhood Public (P -1) Zone and 29.07
acres of said land from County Residential (R) zone to Interim Development
Residential Single - Family (ID -RS) Zone (ANN 1 3-00002/REZ1 3-00023); Setting a
public hearing for December 3 on a resolution to annex 15.14 acres of property
located on American Legion Road near the intersection with Barrington Road and an
ordinance rezoning the property from county agriculture (A) Zone to Neighborhood
Public (P -1) Zone (ANN 1 3-00003/REZ1 3-00025); RES. 13 -327, SETTING A
PUBLIC HEARING ON DECEMBER 3, 2013, 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.
Correspondence: Jerry Bokassa regarding Class Action Law Suit for Twenty
Million Dollars for Each Injure(d) Party; Julie Myers regarding Floodplains Work to
Prevent Flooding; Janice Horak, Iowa City Community String Orchestra regarding
Thank you for community event funding; Barb Bland; Mel Sunshine; Jean Hood; Jim
Surratt; Randall Jones; Greg Schmidt; Linda Schreiber; Jean Robinson; William
Downing; Diane Demers; Jim Walters; Holly Hart; Sonia Ettinger; Nancy Smith
regarding Post Office Relocation [See agenda item # 4d(12)]; John Macatee regarding
Request that all forums for City council candidates be posted on the City of Iowa City
website [Staff response included]; Renee Sueppel regarding Evolving a City (from
NPR's On Being); Robert Givens, Hawkeye Chapter ACLU -Iowa regarding Distinction
between "eligible" and "qualified" electors in City Charter; Laura Aschenbrenner
regarding Connection of Buckingham and Cumberland Lane (Windsor West, Part 3);
Carol deProsse regarding Yard Waste Pickup [Staff response included]; Ryan Jay
regarding Group [Staff response included]; Kelly Mayo regarding Proposal for use of
County Home Property Iowa City Iowa; Kelly Mayo regarding Wording Change in
Code governing Pedal Taxis ... Please [Staff response included]; Michael Tilley
regarding As Hoover Goes, So Goes Central Iowa City; John Macatee regarding
Question re difficulty sending an email to City of Iowa City administrators and Council
members; email re banning plastic bags and Styrofoam containers [Staff response
included]; Leah Cohen, Bo -James regarding Water Main Break August 9th ; Acting
Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Install YIELD signs at both the north and south
intersections of Eagle Place and Camp Cardinal Road; Traffic Engineering Planner
regarding Installation of NO PARKING ANY TIME signs on the east side of Heinz
Road, south of Paddock Boulevard; Traffic Engineering Planner: Removal of two
parking meters and installation of a NO PARKING CORNER TO HERE sign on the
southeast corner of the intersection of Madison Street and Prentiss Street; Removal
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of two parking meters and installation of a BUS STOP on the southwest corner of
the intersection of Prentiss Street and Capitol Street.
The following individual appeared regarding the National Citizens Survey Results:
Susan Murty, 1907 F St.; Diane Finnerty, 728 Dearborn St.; and Charlie Eastham, 37
Colwyn Ct. Mary Gravitt, 2714 Wayne Ave., appeared regarding quality of life issues
including a bus shelter at the new Aldi's Store; concerns that 21 ordinance drives
underage individuals to unsupervised house parties; safety issues with cars going down
Clinton & Madison Streets; and an alleged daytime attach and no warnings issued.
Nancy Bird, Ex. Dir. IC Downtown District, thanked Council for their support over the
past year, and stated the District's concerns with retaining a post office presence in the
downtown area. Royceann Porter, 136 Appanoose Ct., congratulated Council Member
Dickens on his re- election, and reinforced the need for affordable housing.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning 3.77 -acres from Interim
Development Single Family (ID -RS) Zone to Planned Development Overlay — Low
Density Single Family (OPD -5) Zone located on Camp Cardinal Road south of Kennedy
Parkway (REZ- 00024/SUB13- 00018). The Mayor requested Council Members disclose
any ex parte communications, and none were reported. PCD Dir. Davidson presented a
power point. Southgate Development Representative Glenn Siders present for
discussion.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance rezoning 3.77 -acres
from Interim Development Single Family (ID -RS) Zone to Planned Development Overlay
— Low Density Single Family (OPD -5) Zone for Cardinal Ridge Part 4, located on Camp
Cardinal Road south of Kennedy Parkway (REZ- 00024/SUB13- 00018), be given first
vote.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending the Planned Development
Overlay / High Density Single - Family (OPD /RS -12) Plan for Saddlebrook to allow 13
apartment buildings with 142 multi - family dwellings and 6 duplexes with 12 dwelling
units on approximately 19.67 acres of land located south of Paddock Circle (REZ13-
00021). Moved by Throgmorton, seconded by Dickens, to continue the public hearing
and defer ordinance, amending the Planned Development Overlay / High Density Single -
Family (OPD /RS -12) Plan for Saddlebrook to allow 13 apartment buildings with 142
multi - family dwellings and 6 duplexes with 12 dwelling units on approximately 19.67
acres of land located south of Paddock Circle (REZ13- 00021) to December 3.
Correspondence from Belle Kenoyer, Cindy Roberts (x2), Bob Oppliger, Megan Schwalm,
Petition signed by 94 residents of Paddock at Saddlebrook received.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, that the ordinance conditionally rezoning 1.31
acres located at the southwest corner of the intersection of Melrose Avenue and
Westwinds Drive from Low Density Multi - Family (RM -12) Zone to Planned Development
Overlay /Low Density Multi - Family (OPD -RM12) Zone (REZ13- 00019/SUB13- 00012), be
given second vote. The Mayor requested Council Members disclose any ex parte
communications, and none were reported.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 13 -328, APPROVING
FINAL PLAT OF WALDEN WOOD PART 10, IOWA CITY, IOWA (SUB13- 00017). PCD
Dir. Davidson presented a power point.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving a purchase agreement between
the City of Iowa City, as seller, and Hieronymus Square Associates, L.L.C. as buyer for
the sale of certain property located on Block 102, Original Town and within the City -
University Project I Urban Renewal Area. PCD Dir. Davidson present for discussion.
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City Atty. Dilkes requested the resolution be amended to provide the City Manager the
authority to extend the contract to address contingencies for 90 days without Council
approval.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 13 -329, APPROVING A
PURCHASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, AS SELLER, AND
HIERONYMUS SQUARE ASSOCIATES, L.L.C., AS BUYER, FOR THE SALE OF
CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED ON BLOCK 102, ORIGINAL TOWN AND WITHIN
THE CITY - UNIVERSITY PROJECT I URBAN RENEWAL AREA, as amended.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 13 -330, TO APPROVE
CONVERTING GOVERNOR STREET (BETWEEN BURLINGTON STREET AND
BOWERY STREET) FROM A ONE -WAY TO TWO -WAY STREET AND TO REQUEST
PERMISSION FROM THE IOWA DOT TO MAKE NECESSARY SIGN /SIGNAL
CHANGES WITHIN DOT RIGHT -OF -WAY TO ACCOMMODATE THE CONVERSION.
Individual Council Members expressed their views. PCD Dir. Davidson present for
discussion.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Dobyns, that the ordinance amending Title 6,
entitled Public Health and Safety, Chapter 10, entitled "Smoke Free Places," Title 8,
entitled "Police Regulations," Chapter 5, entitled "Miscellaneous Offenses," and Title 10,
entitled "Public Ways and Property," Chapter 5, entitled "City Plaza," and Chapter 9,
entitled "Parks and Recreation Regulations," to make current regulations on city plaza
apply to Black Hawk Mini Park, be given first vote. Individual Council Members
expressed their views.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance amending Title 4,
Alcoholic Beverages, Chapter 2, Liquor Licenses and Beer Permits, Section 2,
Premises Requirements, Subsection B, to modify and clarify the ground floor
requirement, be given first vote.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to make the following appointments to
Boards and Commissions: reappoint Gene Chrischilles, 1020 Deerfield Drive, to the
Board of Adjustment for a five -year term January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2019; appoint
Tom Agran, 514 N. Van Buren Street, to the Historic Preservation Commission as the
Northside District representative, for an unexpired term, effective upon appointment,
ending March 29, 2014; reappoint Clayton "Clay" Claussen, 2145 Palmer Circle, appoint
Larry Brown, 956 Scott Park Drive, and Katherine Jones, 714 E. Davenport, to the
Parks and Recreation Commission for three vacancies to fill four -year terms January 1,
2014 - January 1, 2018; reappoint Jay Honrahan, 1510 Somerset Lane, to the Senior
Center Commission for a three -year term January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Mims, to reappoint Orville Townsend, Sr., 713
Whiting Avenue, and appoint Ali Ahmed, 2401 Bartelt Road, Apt. 1A, to the Human
Rights Commission for two vacancies to fill three -year terms January 1, 2014 - January
1, 2017. Individual Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the
motion carried, 4/3, with the following division of voice vote: ayes: Dobyns, Hayek,
Mims, Payne. Nays: Champion, Dickens, Throgmorton.
The Mayor noted no applications were received or gender balance requirement met
for the following Boards and Commissions and all will be readvertised: 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 plus an additional five -year term January 1, 2014 - December 31,
2018; Appeals, Board of for a five -year term January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018;
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Appeals, Board of for a Licensed Electrician, or a qualified trade representative (if after
3 months no professional applies or is appointed), to fill an Unexpired Term Effective
upon Appointment — December 31, 2015; Historic Preservation Commission for a
Jefferson St. representative to fill three -year terms, March 29, 2013 — March 29, 2016
(New District formed); Public Art Advisory Committee for a three -year term January 1,
2014 — January 1, 2017; Senior Center Commission for an unexpired term plus a three -
year term effective upon appointment, ending December 31, 2016.
The Mayor noted the current vacancies to Boards and Commissions: Airport
Commission for two vacancies to fill a four -year term March 1, 2014 — March 1, 2018;
Historic Preservation Commission for Longfellow District to fill three -year term, March
29, 2014 — March 29, 2017; Historic Preservation Commission for two vacancies, for At
Large representatives to fill three -year term, March 29, 2014 — March 29, 2017; Public
Art Advisory Committee for an unexpired term effective upon appointment — January 1,
2015; Telecommunications Commission for two vacancies to fill a three -year term,
March 13, 2014 — March 13, 2017. Moved by Mims, seconded by Champion, to accept
correspondence from Mandy Vink- Renaud.
Council Member Throgmorton noted the public open house scheduled for November
19 at the Sheraton on the downtown streetscape design improvements project; and
reported on a meeting with Japanese visitors on November 11.
Council Member Champion noted the employee luncheon planned for November 22
at Trueblood Lodge.
Mayor Pro tem Mims noted the Library open house on November 14; and the
showing of "Inequity for All" on the University of Iowa campus in MacBride Hall on
November 19tH
Council Member Dickens thanked Royceann Porter for her kind words during public
comment, and thanked Rockne Cole, Catherine Champion, and Kingsley Botchway for
running great campaigns, and citizens for voting in the general election.
Mayor Hayek thanked the community for the "21" election outcome; and
announced the University of Iowa International Programs and City of Iowa City were
hosting an event to celebrate international diversity.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adjourn meeting 8:05 p.m.
Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
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Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
MEMORANDUM
Date: October 29, 2013
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, October 15, 2013, 5:00 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Champion, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims, Payne, Throgmorton
UISG: Bramel
Staff: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, Karr, Fosse, Davidson, Moran, Yapp, Bockenstedt, Dulek,
Long, Rackis
A transcription and power points are available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.
QUESTIONS FROM COUNCIL REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
1. (Agenda item # 5 — Property sale at 321 East Davenport Street ...) In response to
Council Member Mims, HIS Dir. Boothroy reported a house had burnt down on the
narrow lot and now an abutting property owner was combining the two lots into one and
building a garage.
2. (Agenda item # 2b(3) — Planning & Zoning minutes — September 19) In response to
Council Member Dobyns, Planning and Zoning Dir. Davidson stated that staff had been
working on a form based zoning code and will soon be presented to the Planning &
Zoning Commission, and then on to Council. Council Member Throgmorton suggested
staff look into "Eddy Commons" east of Notre Dame campus.
3. (Addition to agenda #10b— appeal of denial ... assembly permit) Mayor Hayek noted
the most recent addition to the agenda, a hearing and confirmation of staff decision.
STAFF'S PROPOSED STRATEGY FOR THE SALE OR DISPERSION OF PUBLIC HOUSING
UNITS rIP # 3 OF 10/10 INFO PACKET]
HIS Dir. Boothroy reviewed information contained in the memo. Housing Administer Rackis
present for discussion. After discussion Council agreed not to sell any Public Housing units (i.e.,
keep existing 81 units) and to consider any public /private development opportunities; and
agreed not to move forward with the other recommendations at this time.
ACTION: Proceed as outlined. (Boothroy)
CONTINUE DISCUSSION ON REGIONAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING STRATEGIES [IP # 4
OF 10110 INFO PACKET]
Community Development Coordinator Long presented information. MPOJC Executive Dir.
Yapp present for discussion. After discussion Council directed staff to update the MPOJC of
Iowa City affordable housing activities and then recommend that MPOJC work with the Housing
Trust Fund of Johnson County to coordinate, formalize and adopt a regional housing strategy.
ACTION: Proceed as directed for the November 20 MPOJC meeting. (Long)
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DISCUSSION OF JOINT AGENDA ITEMS [IP # 4 OF 10/3 INFO PACKET]
Council directed staff to add "School District Facilities Plan Update" and notify Supt. Murley of
Council expectations regarding the report. City Manager will follow up.
ACTION: Proceed as directed. (Karr and Markus)
INFORMATION PACKET DISCUSSION [October 3, 101
October 3
None
October 10
1. (IP # 8 — Memo form City Attorney ... Koontz v. St. Johns River Water Management
District) Council Member Throgmorton thanked City Attorney Dilkes for the memo
regarding the Supreme Court's decision.
2. (IP9 - Memo from the Asst. to the City Manager ... The "21 Ordinance" and Related
Public Safety Information) Council Member Throgmorton thanked Asst. to the City
Manager Fruin for the memo regarding the "21 Ordinance ", and shared concerns that
information being distributed on campus referred only to the ballot questions and no
reference to the city council election.
COUNCIL TIME AND MEETING SCHEDULE [IP # 6 and # 7 of 10/10 Info Packetl
(IP # 6 — Memo from City Clerk: KXIC Radio Show) Council Members agreed to the
following schedule:
October 16 — Mims
October 23 — Mims
October 30 — Dickens
November 6 — Champion
November 13 - Hayek
2. (IP # 7 — Memo from City Clerk: Proposed meeting schedule January- March) Council
Members agreed with the schedule as presented.
PENDING WORK SESSION TOPICS [IP # 5 of 10/10 Info Packet]
Council Member Throgmorton requested the addition of "Ped Mall issues" to the pending
list for work session discussion. In response to questions, Asst. to the City Manager
Fruin stated that the ped mall design master plan should be to Council in January or
February; staff is collaborating with community groups on a Housing First homeless
service initiative (FUSE); and a staff memo will be prepared regarding storage of
personal property.
2. In response to Mayor Hayek, City Manager Markus updated Council on the justice
center discussions.
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS /COUNCIL INVITATIONS
None
Meeting adjourned 6:40 PM.
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS — 10/15/13
Iowa City City Council, regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims,
Payne, Throgmorton. Absent: None. Staff members present: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes,
Karr, Moran, Rackis, Davidson, Fosse, Childs, Boothroy.
The Mayor proclaimed: Extra Mile Day: November 1, 2013; Change Your Clock,
Change Your Battery Day — November 3, 2013, Fire Lieutenant Rick Childs accepting.
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: October 1 Council Work Session; October 1 Council Regular Formal Official &
Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action). Board of
Library Trustees — August 22; Human Rights Commission — August 20; Planning
and Zoning Commission — September 19; Police Citizens Review Board —August
12.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk. (Renewal)
Class C Liquor License for Players Iowa City, 347 S. Gilbert St.; Class C Liquor
License for The Hilltop Lounge, 1100 N. Dodge St.; Class C Liquor License for
Grizzly's South Side Pub, 1210 Highland Ct; Class E Liquor License for Kum & Go #
51, 323 E. Burlington St.; Class C Liquor License for Old Capitol Brew Works and
Public House, L.L.C., 525 S. Gilbert St.; Class C Liquor License for Studio 13, 13
S. Linn St.; RES. 13 -301, TO ISSUE DANCING PERMIT to Studio 13,13 S. Linn
St.; Five -Day Special Class C Liquor License for Hy -Vee Dinner Event, 1720
Waterfront Dr. (In Clubroom October 24); Special Class C Liquor License for
FilmScene, 118 E. College St., Suite 101; RES. 13 -302, TO ISSUE CIGARETTE
PERMITS to Storm Entertainment, 317 S. Linn St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 13 -303, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
IOWA RIVER WATER MAIN CROSSINGS PROJECT; RES. 13 -304, ACCEPTING
THE WORK FOR THE IOWA CITY INDUSTRIAL CAMPUS PROJECT; RES. 13-
305, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE STORM SEWER, SANITARY SEWER,
WATER MAIN, CERTAIN SIDEWALK AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
FOR COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES — FOURTH ADDITION, AND DECLARING THE
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC USE.
Setting Public Hearings: Setting a public hearing for November 12 on an
ordinance rezoning 3.77 -acres from Interim Development Single Family (ID -RS)
Zone to Planned Development Overlay — Low Density Single Family (OPD -5) Zone
located on Camp Cardinal Road south of Kennedy Parkway (REZ-00024/SUB13-
00018).
Correspondence: Joseph Jason regarding Trial — Daniel S. Jason —
Criminalization of Asperger Syndrome in Iowa [Staff response included]; Kristina
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Dallmann; Flora Cassiliano; Steve Tannen; Bruce Ayati; Mary Ann Rasmussen; K.
Jesse Singerman; John Brandon; Becky Popelka; Lisa Heineman; David Hamilton;
John Thomas; Lisa and Scott McDonough; Jennifer Seter Wagner and Dr. Tony
Colby; Shari DeGraw; Mary Murphy, Tom Weiler, Chad Diefenderfer, Lorie Schweer,
Stephanie Higgins, Amy Pretorius regarding Gateway Project; Molly Hammer
regarding Pending 21- Ordinance Vote. Traffic Engineering Planner regarding
Removal of BUS STOP on the southeast corner of the Madison Street and
Washington Street intersection; Removal of BUS STOP on Madison Street adjacent
to the Lindquist Center; and establishment of a BUS STOP near the mid -point of the
100 block of Madison Street; Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Removal of two
parking meters and installation of a NO PARKING CORNER TO HERE sign on the
southeast corner of the intersection of Madison Street and Prentiss Street; Removal
of two parking meters and installation of a BUS STOP on the southwest corner of
the intersection of Madison Street and Capitol Street; Charles Eastham regarding
Public Housing; Josh Hurley regarding Whiskey Jacks Saloon [Staff response
included].
Mary Gravitt, 2714 Wayne Ave., appeared requesting the term "workforce housing"
not be used; blocking of the sidewalk on Linn and College for restaurant uses; and
construction on Lower Muscatine. UISG Council Liaison Alec Bramel stated he and
vice council liaison Karzel did a driving tour of the east side and reported 16 lights that
were not working via ICgovXpress to the City and Mid - American.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally rezoning 1.31 acres located
at the southwest corner of the intersection of Melrose Avenue and Westwinds Drive from
Low Density Multi - Family (RM -12) Zone to Planned Development Overlay /Low Density
Multi- Family (OPD -RM12) Zone (REZ13- 00019/SUB13- 00012).
Moved and seconded that the ordinance conditionally rezoning 1.31 acres located at
the southwest corner of the intersection of Melrose Avenue and Westwinds Drive from
Low Density Multi - Family (RM -12) Zone to Planned Development Overlay /Low Density
Multi - Family (OPD -RM12) Zone (REZ13- 00019/SUB13- 00012).
Moved and seconded that ORD. 13 -4558, CONDITIONALLY REZONING
APPROXIMATELY 2.19 ACRES LOCATED NORTH OF DODGE STREET COURT,
EAST OF CONKLIN LANE, AND SOUTH OF DODGE STREET FROM COMMUNITY
COMMERCIAL (CC -2) TO LOW DENSITY MULTIFAMILY (RM -12) (REZ13- 00020), be
passed and adopted.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 13 -306, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY
PLAT OF WINDSOR WEST - PART 3, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 13 -307, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY
PLAT of STONE BRIDGE ESTATES, PARTS 8 & 9, IOWA CITY, IOWA. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted, 6/1.
Moved and seconded to defer to November 12 a resolution approving final plat of
Walden Wood Part 10, Iowa City, Iowa (SUB13- 00017). Moved and seconded to
accept correspondence from Glenn Siders.
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of the property
located at 321 East Davenport Street.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 13 -308, AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF
THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 321 EAST DAVENPORT STREET.
A public hearing was held on a resolution adopting Iowa City's FY14 Annual Action
Plan Amendment #1, which is a sub -part of Iowa City's 2011 -2015 Consolidated Plan
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October 15, 2013,
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(City Steps), authorizing the City Manager to submit said plan and all necessary
certifications to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 13 -309, ADOPTING IOWA CITY'S FY14
ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT #1, WHICH IS A SUB -PART OF IOWA CITY'S
2011 -2015 CONSOLIDATED PLAN (CITY STEPS), AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO SUBMIT SAID PLAN AND ALL NECESSARY CERTIFICATIONS TO
THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 13 -310, REJECTING BIDS RECEIVED ON
OCTOBER 8, 2013 FOR THE NORMANDY DRIVE RESTORATION PROJECT PHASE
TWO.
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. 13 -4559, AMENDING TITLE 10 OF THE CITY CODE, ENTITLED "PUBLIC
WAYS AND PROPERTY," CHAPTER 1, ENTITLED "PARADES AND PUBLIC
ASSEMBLIES," TO LESSEN THE INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION
PROVISIONS AND MAKE THEM CONSISTENT WITH THE PERMIT FEE
REQUIREMENTS, 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 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. 13 -4560, AMENDING TITLE 2, ENTITLED "HUMAN RIGHTS," CHAPTER 3,
ENTITLED "DISCRIMINATORY PRACTICES" TO EXEMPT CERTAIN PUBLIC
ACCOMMODATIONS FROM AGE DISCRIMINATION CLAIMS, 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 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. 13-
4561, AMENDING TITLE 9, ENTITLED "MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC,"
CHAPTER 3, ENTITLED "RULES OF THE ROAD," SECTION 6, ENTITLED "SPEED
RESTRICTIONS ", SUBSECTION C, ENTITLED "SCHOOL SPEED ZONES" TO
CREATE A 20 MPH SCHOOL SPEED ZONE FOR MANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, be
voted on for final passage at this time. Moved and seconded that the ordinance be finally
adopted at this time.
A hearing was held on an appeal of denial of an application for parade /public
assembly permit to conduct the Iowa City Mobile Vendor Fest in Brookland Park on
Saturday October 26, 2013. Anthony Browne, 1434 McKinley Place, appeared.
Moved and seconded to affirm the staff decision to deny application for parade /public
assembly permit for the Iowa City Mobile Vendor Fest in Brookland Park on Saturday
October 26, 2013. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies to Boards and Commissions:
Adjustment, Board of, for a five -year term January 1, 2014 — January 1, 2019; 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 plus an additional five -year term January 1, 2014 — December 31, 2018; Appeals,
Board of, for a five -year term January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018; Appeals, Board of. for
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a Licensed Electrician, or a qualified trade representative (if after 3 months no professional
applies or is appointed), to fill an Unexpired Term Effective upon Appointment — December
31, 2015; Historic Preservation Commission for a Jefferson St. representative to fill three -
year terms, March 29, 2013 — March 29, 2016. (New District formed); Historic Preservation
Commission for a Northside District representative, for an unexpired term, effective upon
appointment, ending March 29, 2014; Human Rights Commission for two vacancies to fill
three -year terms January 1, 2014 — January 1, 2017; Parks and Recreation Commission for
three vacancies to fill four -year terms January 1, 2014 — January 1, 2018; Public Art
Advisory Committee for a three -year term January 1, 2014 — January 1, 2017; Senior Center
Commission for two vacancies, one to fill a three -year term January 1, 2014 — December 31,
2016, and one to fill an unexpired term plus a three -year term effective upon appointment,
ending December 31, 2016. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday,
November 6, 2013.
Moved and seconded to adjourn meeting at 7:55 p.m.
A more complete description of Council Activities is on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
s /Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
s /Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Submitted for publication — 10/23/13.
Matthew J. Hayek, 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 ACTIVITIES
OCTOBER 15, 2013
Iowa City City Council, regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Members present: Champion, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims,
Payne, Throgmorton. Absent: None. Staff members present: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes,
Karr, Moran, Rackis, Davidson, Fosse, Childs, Boothroy.
The Mayor proclaimed: Extra Mile Day: November 1, 2013; Change Your Clock,
Change Your Battery Day — November 3, 2013, Fire Lieutenant Rick Childs accepting.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Mims, 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: October 1 Council Work Session; October 1 Council Regular Formal Official &
Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action). Board of
Library Trustees — August 22; Human Rights Commission — August 20; Planning
and Zoning Commission — September 19; Police Citizens Review Board — August
12.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk. (Renewal)
Class C Liquor License for IC Entertainment, LC dba Players Iowa City, 347 S.
Gilbert St.; Class C Liquor License for Hilltop Tavern, Ltd., dba The Hilltop Lounge,
1100 N. Dodge St.; Class C Liquor License for HDMS Inc., dba Grizzly's South Side
Pub, 1210 Highland Ct; Class E Liquor License for Kum & Go LC, dba Kum & Go #
51, 323 E. Burlington St.; Class C Liquor License for Old Capitol Brew Works and
Public House, L.L.C., dba Old Capitol Brew Works and Public House, L.L.C., 525 S.
Gilbert St.; Class C Liquor License for Corridor Entertainment LC, dba Studio 13, 13
S. Linn St.; RES. 13 -301, TO ISSUE DANCING PERMIT to Corridor Entertainment
LC, dba Studio 13, 13 S. Linn St.; Five -Day Special Class C Liquor License for Hy-
Vee, dba Hy -Vee Dinner Event, 1720 Waterfront Dr. (In Clubroom October 24);
Special Class C Liquor License for FilmScene, dba FilmScene, 118 E. College St.,
Suite 101; RES. 13 -302, TO ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMITS to Storm Entertainment,
LLC, dba Storm Entertainment, 317 S. Linn St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 13 -303, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
IOWA RIVER WATER MAIN CROSSINGS PROJECT; RES. 13 -304, ACCEPTING
THE WORK FOR THE IOWA CITY INDUSTRIAL CAMPUS PROJECT; RES. 13-
305, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE STORM SEWER, SANITARY SEWER,
WATER MAIN, CERTAIN SIDEWALK AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
FOR COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES — FOURTH ADDITION, AND DECLARING THE
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC USE.
Setting Public Hearings: Setting a public hearing for November 12 on an
ordinance rezoning 3.77 -acres from Interim Development Single Family (ID -RS)
Zone to Planned Development Overlay — Low Density Single Family (OPD -5) Zone
located on Camp Cardinal Road south of Kennedy Parkway (REZ-00024/SUB13-
00018).
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Correspondence: Joseph Jason regarding Trial — Daniel S. Jason —
Criminalization of Asperger Syndrome in Iowa [Staff response included]; Kristina
Dallmann; Flora Cassiliano; Steve Tannen; Bruce Ayati; Mary Ann Rasmussen; K.
Jesse Singerman; John Brandon; Becky Popelka; Lisa Heineman; David Hamilton;
John Thomas; Lisa and Scott McDonough; Jennifer Seter Wagner and Dr. Tony
Colby; Shari DeGraw; Mary Murphy, Tom Weiler, Chad Diefenderfer, Lorie Schweer,
Stephanie Higgins, Amy Pretorius regarding Gateway Project; Molly Hammer
regarding Pending 21- Ordinance Vote. Traffic Engineering Planner regarding
Removal of BUS STOP on the southeast corner of the Madison Street and
Washington Street intersection; Removal of BUS STOP on Madison Street adjacent
to the Lindquist Center; and establishment of a BUS STOP near the mid -point of the
100 block of Madison Street; Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Removal of two
parking meters and installation of a NO PARKING CORNER TO HERE sign on the
southeast corner of the intersection of Madison Street and Prentiss Street; Removal
of two parking meters and installation of a BUS STOP on the southwest corner of
the intersection of Madison Street and Capitol Street; Charles Eastham regarding
Public Housing; Josh Hurley regarding Whiskey Jacks Saloon [Staff response
included].
Mary Gravitt, 2714 Wayne Ave., appeared requesting the term "workforce housing"
not be used; blocking of the sidewalk on Linn and College for restaurant uses; and
construction on Lower Muscatine. UISG Council Liaison Alec Bramel stated he and
vice council liaison Karzel did a driving tour of the east side and reported 16 lights that
were not working via ICgovXpress to the City and Mid - American.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally rezoning 1.31 acres located
at the southwest corner of the intersection of Melrose Avenue and Westwinds Drive from
Low Density Multi- Family (RM -12) Zone to Planned Development Overlay /Low Density
Multi - Family (OPD -RM12) Zone (REZ13- 00019/SUB13- 00012). The Mayor requested
Council Members disclose any ex parte communications and none were reported.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Payne, that the ordinance conditionally rezoning
1.31 acres located at the southwest corner of the intersection of Melrose Avenue and
Westwinds Drive from Low Density Multi - Family (RM -12) Zone to Planned Development
Overlay /Low Density Multi - Family (OPD -RM12) Zone (REZ1 3-00019/SUB1 3-00012).
Moved by Champion, seconded by Payne, that ORD. 13 -4558, CONDITIONALLY
REZONING APPROXIMATELY 2.19 ACRES LOCATED NORTH OF DODGE STREET
COURT, EAST OF CONKLIN LANE, AND SOUTH OF DODGE STREET FROM
COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (CC -2) TO LOW DENSITY MULTIFAMILY (RM -12)
(REZ13- 00020), be passed and adopted. The Mayor requested Council Members
disclose any ex parte communications and none were reported.
Moved by Champion, seconded by Mims, to adopt RES. 13 -306, APPROVING THE
PRELIMINARY PLAT OF WINDSOR WEST - PART 3, IOWA CITY, IOWA. PCD Dir.
Davidson presented a power point.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 13 -307, APPROVING THE
PRELIMINARY PLAT of STONE BRIDGE ESTATES, PARTS 8 & 9, IOWA CITY,
IOWA. PCD Dir. Davidson presented a power point. Individual Council Members
expressed their views. Dev. John Moreland appeared. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted, 6/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Mims, Payne,
Champion, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek. Nays: Throgmorton.
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October 15, 2013
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Moved by Dickens, seconded by Dobyns, to defer to November 12 a resolution
approving final plat of Walden Wood Part 10, Iowa City, Iowa (SUB13- 00017). Moved
by Payne, seconded by Dobyns, to accept correspondence from Glenn Siders.
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of the property
located at 321 East Davenport Street.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Mims, to adopt RES. 13 -308, AUTHORIZING
CONVEYANCE OF THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 321 EAST DAVENPORT STREET.
A public hearing was held on a resolution adopting Iowa City's FY14 Annual Action
Plan Amendment #1, which is a sub -part of Iowa City's 2011 -2015 Consolidated Plan
(City Steps), authorizing the City Manager to submit said plan and all necessary
certifications to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Moved by Throgmorton, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 13 -309, ADOPTING
IOWA CITY'S FY14 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT #1, WHICH IS A SUB-
PART OF IOWA CITY'S 2011 -2015 CONSOLIDATED PLAN (CITY STEPS),
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT SAID PLAN AND ALL
NECESSARY CERTIFICATIONS TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND
URBAN DEVELOPMENT.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, to adopt RES. 13 -310, REJECTING BIDS
RECEIVED ON OCTOBER 8, 2013 FOR THE NORMANDY DRIVE RESTORATION
PROJECT PHASE TWO.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, 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. 13 -4559, AMENDING TITLE 10 OF THE CITY CODE,
ENTITLED "PUBLIC WAYS AND PROPERTY," CHAPTER 1, ENTITLED "PARADES
AND PUBLIC ASSEMBLIES," TO LESSEN THE INSURANCE AND
INDEMNIFICATION PROVISIONS AND MAKE THEM CONSISTENT WITH THE
PERMIT FEE REQUIREMENTS, be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved by
Mims, seconded by Payne, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, 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. 13 -4560, AMENDING TITLE 2, ENTITLED "HUMAN RIGHTS,"
CHAPTER 3, ENTITLED "DISCRIMINATORY PRACTICES" TO EXEMPT CERTAIN
PUBLIC ACCOMMODATIONS FROM AGE DISCRIMINATION CLAIMS, be voted on
for final passage at this time. Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance
be finally adopted at this time.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, 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. 13 -4561, AMENDING TITLE 9, ENTITLED "MOTOR VEHICLES
AND TRAFFIC," CHAPTER 3, ENTITLED "RULES OF THE ROAD," SECTION 6,
ENTITLED "SPEED RESTRICTIONS ", SUBSECTION C, ENTITLED "SCHOOL SPEED
ZONES" TO CREATE A 20 MPH SCHOOL SPEED ZONE FOR MANN ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL, be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved by Mims, seconded by
Payne, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
A hearing was held on an appeal of denial of an application for parade /public
assembly permit to conduct the Iowa City Mobile Vendor Fest in Brookland Park on
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Saturday October 26, 2013. Anthony Browne, 1434 McKinley Place, appeared. Parks &
Rec. Dir. Moran presented a power point. Individual Council Members expressed their
views.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Payne, to affirm the staff decision to deny application
for parade /public assembly permit for the Iowa City Mobile Vendor Fest in Brookland Park
on Saturday October 26, 2013. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies to Boards and Commissions:
Adjustment, Board of, for a five -year term January 1, 2014 — January 1, 2019; 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 plus an additional five -year term January 1, 2014 — December 31, 2018; Appeals,
Board of, for a five -year term January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018; Appeals, Board of. for
a Licensed Electrician, or a qualified trade representative (if after 3 months no professional
applies or is appointed), to fill an Unexpired Term Effective upon Appointment — December
31, 2015; Historic Preservation Commission for a Jefferson St. representative to fill three -
year terms, March 29, 2013 — March 29, 2016. (New District formed); Historic Preservation
Commission for a Northside District representative, for an unexpired term, effective upon
appointment, ending March 29, 2014; Human Rights Commission for two vacancies to fill
three -year terms January 1, 2014 — January 1, 2017; Parks and Recreation Commission for
three vacancies to fill four -year terms January 1, 2014 — January 1, 2018; Public Art
Advisory Committee for a three -year term January 1, 2014 — January 1, 2017; Senior Center
Commission for two vacancies, one to fill a three -year term January 1, 2014 — December 31,
2016, and one to fill an unexpired term plus a three -year term effective upon appointment,
ending December 31, 2016. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday,
November 6, 2013. 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 on the Iowa City Book Festival held the
previous weekend; the conference on "Racial Justice and Disproportionate Minority
Contact" scheduled for October 17th at the University; the "Run for the Schools"
scheduled for October 20th; and encouraged voter participation for the City election
scheduled for November 5 on the referendum and the candidates.
Council Member Champion stated everyone needs to vote.
Mayor Hayek congratulated the City staff, especially the Finance Department, for
being awarded the National Distinguished Budget Presentation Award by the
Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).
City Manager Markus thanked the Mayor for the remarks concerning the award and
stated he was very proud of the work of the Finance Department.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Mims, to adjourn meeting at 7:55 p.m.
Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk