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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
MARCH 25, 2014
Iowa City City Council special meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims,
Payne, Throgmorton. Absent: None. Staff members present: Markus, Fruin, Andrew,
Dilkes, Karr, Boothroy, O'Brien, Andrew, Miklo, Moran, Davidson.
The Mayor presented Student Citizenship Awards to Regina Elementary students:
Casey Daniel, Charlotte DeCoster, and Mark Schomer.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Throgmorton, seconded by Payne, that the items and recommendations in
the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and /or adopted as amended and to
delete from the Consent Calendar and consider as a separate item 3d(4) resolution
adopting the Iowa City Downtown and Pedestrian Mall Streetscape Plan:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: March 4 Work Session; March 4 Regular Formal Official & Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Citizens
Police Review Board — March 11; Human Rights Commission — February 18; Library
Board of Trustees — January 23; Parks and Recreation Commission — January 8;
Parks and Recreation Commission — February 26; Public Art Advisory Committee —
February 6; Senior Center Commission — February 20.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Freshmax Iowa City, LLC, dba Panchero's
Mexican Grill, 965 S. Riverside Dr.; Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Lodge No
590 B. P. O., dba B. P. O. Elks #590, 637 Foster Rd.; Special Class C Liquor
License for Oyama Sushi Chen's, Inc. dba Oyama Sushi, 1853 Lower Muscatine
Rd.; Class C Liquor License for Graze Iowa City LLC., dba Graze, 115 E. College
St.; Class C Liquor License for Ranger Enterprises, Inc., dba The Deadwood, 6 S.
Dubuque St.; Class C Liquor License for The Bandits LLC. , dba El Banditos, 327 E.
Market St.; Outdoor Service Area for Ranger Enterprises, Inc. dba The Deadwood ,
6 S. Dubuque; Outdoor Service Area for Motif, Ltd., dba Bo- James, 118 E.
Washington St.; Outdoor Service Area for Little Donkeys, Inc., dba Panchero's
Mexican Grill, 32 S. Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area for Short's Burger and Shine,
LLC., dba Short's Burger and Shine, 18 S. Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area for
Jimmy Jack Mac, Inc., dba Basta, 121 Iowa Ave.; Outdoor Service Area for E & E
Restaurant, LLC., dba Sushi Popo, 725 Mormon Trek Blvd.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 14 -60, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING A
MORTGAGE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1937 KEOKUK STREET, IOWA
CITY, IOWA; RES. 14 -61, ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION OF AND AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO ENTER INTO A SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT AGREEMENT
FOR A PORTION OF LOTS 7, 8, 9 AND 10, BLOCK 7, LYON'S SECOND
ADDITION, IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA; RES. 14 -62, ACCEPTING
THE WORK FOR THE CITY PARK SHELTER SIX REPLACEMENT PROJECT;
RES. 14 -63, AUTHORIZING CITY STAFF TO MAKE APPLICATION FOR FUNDING
ASSISTANCE FROM THE STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF IOWA FOR THE
RESTORATION OF THE OLD SETTLERS' ASSOCIATION LOG CABINS IN UPPER
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CITY PARK; Approve disbursements in the amount of $20,801,838.25 for the period
of July 1 through July 31, 2013, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to
audit. Approve disbursements in the amount of $12,749,437.67 for the period of
August 1 through August 31, 2013, as recommended by the Finance Director
subject to audit.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 14 -64, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 1,
2014, ON A PROPOSAL TO CONVEY A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 312
FAIRCHILD STREET; RES. 14 -65, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 1,
2014, ON A PROPOSAL TO CONVEY A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 314
SOUTH LUCAS STREET; Set a public hearing for the May 6, 2014 City Council
meeting regarding the Iowa Department of Transportation Consolidated Transit
Funding application for Iowa City Transit; Set a public hearing for April 15 on an
ordinance amending Title 14: Zoning, adding Article 14 -2G, Riverfront Crossings
Form -Based Development Standards, and amending other associated parts of Title
14 to integrate the form -based code; RES. 14 -66, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING
FOR APRIL 15, 2014, ON AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 3 ENTITLED
"FINANCES, TAXATION & FEES," CHAPTER 4 ENTITLED "SCHEDULE OF FEES,
RATES, CHARGES, BONDS, FINES AND PENALTIES," SECTION 5, ENTITLED
"SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL," OF THE CITY CODE TO INCREASE OR CHANGE
RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE COLLECTION FEES; RES. 14 -67, SETTING A
PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 15, 2014, ON AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE
3 ENTITLED "FINANCES, TAXATION & FEES," CHAPTER 4 ENTITLED
"SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES, BONDS, FINES AND PENALTIES,"
SECTION 3, ENTITLED "POTABLE WATER USE AND SERVICE," OF THE CITY
CODE TO INCREASE OR CHANGE WATER SERVICE CHARGES AND FEES.
Correspondence: Drew Dillman; Ann Nevin regarding Proposed extension of
Normandy Drive into City Park; Terry Scott regarding Best not to challenge the
status quo; Terrence Neuzil, Chairperson, Johnson County Board of Supervisors
regarding Request for Joint Meeting; Bryon Young; Kathleen Henderson regarding
Water Fluoridation; Ben Verhille regarding Inquiry about Legislation (food trucks)
[Staff response included]; Christine Stewart regarding Direct Election of Mayor on
Ballot? [Staff response included]; John Thomas, John Kammermeyer, Carol Seydel
regarding IC Gateway Comments; Charles Gilbertson regarding Affordable rentals
[Staff response included]' Cindy Parsons, Co- President, Project GREEN regarding
2013 Report to the Iowa City City Council and Project GREEN Parkways
Maintenance Report 2013; Sally Hesseltine regarding MediaCom Service [Staff
response included]; Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Removal of BUS STOPS
8285, 8284, and 8283 on Cae Drive, BUS STOPS 8282 and 8281 on Abbey Lane,
BUS STOPS 8279, 8278, and 8277 on Plaen View Drive, and BUS STOP 8276 on
Gryn Drive; Establishment of three BUS STOPS on Mormon Trek at the intersection
with Cae Drive, Plaen View Drive, and Abbey Lane.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 14 -68, ADOPTING THE
IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN AND PEDESTRIAN MALL STREETSCAPE PLAN. Asst.
City Manager Fruin presented information, and individual Council Members expressed
their views.
Mary Gravitt, 2714 Wayne Ave., stated the bus shelter that was promised at the site
of the new Aldi's Store was not installed; expressed frustration on the lack of response
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from the City and her landlord regarding sewer sludge coming out of her apartment
drain; the Senior Center; and lack of SEATS Sunday service. Moved by Mims,
seconded by Payne, to accept correspondence from Mary Gravitt. Amanda Van Horne,
Trinity Episcopal Church, appeared regarding the memo from Asst. City Manager Fruin
regarding storage for homeless individuals, and stated she felt the City indicated they
would follow up on storage at the time the new ordinance concerning downtown was
passed.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving an amendment to the
Comprehensive Plan to amend the Southwest District Plan to change the land use
designation of property located west of Mormon Trek Boulevard, north of Westwinds
Drive (Walden Square) from Neighborhood Commercial to Community Commercial.
(CPA12- 00006). No one appeared. Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens to continue
public hearing and defer resolution to April 1St
A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally rezoning 8.7 acres of
property from Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1) Zone to Community Commercial (CC-
2) Zone located west of Mormon Trek Boulevard, north of Westwinds Drive (Walden
Square) (REZ12- 00001). Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne to continue public
hearing and defer ordinance to April 1St
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 14: Zoning Code
changing the definition of " Enlargement/Expansion" so that, for a nonconforming
drinking establishment, an alteration or addition to a commercial kitchen that does not
result in an increase in the allowable occupancy load will not be considered an
enlargement/expansion of the use. Senior Planner Miklo present for discussion. UISG
Council Liaison Bramel appeared.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance amending Title 14:
Zoning Code changing the definition of " Enlargement/Expansion" so that, for a
nonconforming drinking establishment, an alteration or addition to a commercial kitchen
that does not result in an increase in the allowable occupancy load will not be
considered an enlargement/expansion of the use, be given first vote.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Throgmorton, 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. 14 -4575, REZONING APPROXIMATELY 1.45 ACRES
LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF CLINTON STREET AND
BURLINGTON STREET FROM CENTRAL BUSINESS SUPPORT (CB -5) TO
INSTITUTIONAL PUBLIC (P -2). (REZ13- 00026), 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 Payne, 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. 14 -4576, REZONING .54 ACRES OF PROPERTY FROM
NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION RESIDENTIAL (RNS -20) ZONE TO
INSTITUTIONAL PUBLIC (P -2) ZONE LOCATED AT 109 RIVER STREET (REZ13-
00027), be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved by Mims, seconded by
Dickens, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
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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. 14 -4577, REZONING APPROXIMATELY 49.5 -ACRES OF
PROPERTY FROM OFFICE RESEARCH PARK (ORP) ZONE TO RESEARCH
DEVELOPMENT PARK (RDP) ZONE LOCATED AT 2510 N. DODGE STREET
(REZ14- 00001), 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 Payne,
seconded by Dobyns, to accept correspondence from Atty. Mike Pugh representing the
applicant.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, to defer to April 1 a resolution approving final
plat Windsor West, Part Three (SUB13- 00025).
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, to defer to April 1 a resolution approving final
plat. Westwinds Second Addition (SUB13- 00021).
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 303 West Benton Street. No one appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 14 -69, AUTHORIZING
CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 303 WEST BENTON
STREET.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, that the ordinance amending Title 4, Alcoholic
Beverages, Chapter 5, Prohibitions and Restrictions, Section 8, persons under the legal
age in licensed or permitted establishments, Subsection B, to clarify the requirements
for issuance of all exception certificates; and Title 4, Alcoholic Beverages, Chapter 1,
Definitions, Section 1, Definitions of words and terms to clarify the definition of a
"Performer" under the ordinance, be given first vote. Brad Temple, representing The
Summit, appeared. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Moved by
Payne, seconded by Dickens to accept correspondence from Atty. Chuck Meardon
submitted by Mr.Temple.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies to Boards and Commissions:
Ad Hoc Senior Services Committee for six vacancies to fill terms beginning May 1, 2014
— December 1, 2014 (Up to two non- residents of City of Iowa City shall be eligible for
the committee if they offer expertise not available from resident applicants, need not be
a Senior Center member to apply; Airport Commission to fill a four -year term March 1,
2014 — March 1, 2018; Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment to fill a five -year term January
1, 2014 — December 31, 2018; Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment — One vacancy to fill a
five -year term January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2016 (New full term); One vacancy to fill
a five -year term January 1, 2014 — December 31, 2018; Historic Preservation
Commission for a Jefferson St. representative to fill three year term, March 29, 2013 —
March 29, 2016 (New District formed); Library, Board of Trustees for an unexpired term,
effective upon appointment — June 30. 2015; Telecommunications Commission for two
vacancies to fill a three -year term, March 13, 2014 — March 13, 2017; Applications must
be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 26, 2014. 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.]
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Council Member Botchway asked for clarification that the soon to be formed Ad
Senior Service Committee would be taking a comprehensive look at senior services in
the community and not just the Senior Center. Council concurred.
Council Member Throgmorton noted Council had set a public hearing for April 15
(earlier on the agenda) for input on the form based code for the Riverfront Crossings
district; and the University of Iowa Public Policy Center will be conducting a series of
four "what if' public forums, starting Tuesday, April 8, and encouraged people to attend
in Room A of the Public Library.
Mayor Pro tem Mims echoed the comments regarding the "what if' public forums;
and noted with the warmer temperatures and longer days there are more pedestrians
and bicyclists out and encouraged everyone to be careful.
Council Member Dickens reported he had just returned from a trip to Ireland and had
visited Dublin, our UNESCO sister city; and noted he was very impressed with the City
and recounted a conversation with one person who had a friend that attended the
University of Iowa Law School.
Council Member Payne informed Council that the Iowa Cultural Corridor had an app
that could be downloaded to your i -pad or Android that provides information on events
in the area and one of them was the Top Chef Downtown event the next evening.
Mayor Hayek congratulated the West High Boys Basketball Team for winning the
state tournament; congratulated Iowa Writer's Workshop for the mention on "Girls" and
the character being accepted; noted Mission Creek Festival running April 2 -7; and
reminded citizens of a school district meeting to discuss redistricting planned for March
27th at Southeast Junior High.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Mims to adjourn meeting at 7:45 p.m. back to the
work session.
Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
CITY OF IOWA CITY 3a(1)
, Zft �=o 'Q13 R MEMORANDUM
Date: March 17, 2014
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, March 4, 2014, 5:08 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Botchway, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims, Payne, Throgmorton
UISG: Bramel, McCarthy
Staff: Markus, Fruin, Dulek, Karr, Andrew, Davidson, Bockenstedt, Ford, Fosse, Long,
O'Brien, Yapp, Morris. Moran, Rackis, Goodman
A transcription and power points are available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.
QUESTIONS FROM COUNCIL REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
1. (Consent Calendar item # 4f(8) — Ginalie Swaim, Chair Historic Preservation
Commission — noise regulations) In response to Council Member Throgmorton, City
Manager Markus indicated he would follow up with Planning staff and report back to
Council.
2. (Agenda items # 6a and # 6b — Walden Square... comprehensive plan .... and rezoning
...) Mayor Hayek noted the applicant had requested continuance and deferral of both
items to the March 25th meeting and stated he would open the hearings in the event
someone was present, and then entertain a motion to continue.
3. (Agenda item # 12 — Revisions to taxi regulations ...) UISG Rep. Bramel questioned the
elimination of taxicab stands in the ordinance. City Clerk Karr replied that had been no
stands for a number of years and is being eliminated to avoid confusion. Council Member
Throgmorton noted the inclusion of the abstract and conclusions of a master's thesis on
taxicab regulations in the agenda packet.
REVIEW THE DOWNTOWN STREETSCAPE PLAN AND DISCUSS THE IMPLEMENTATION
AND FUNDING STRATEGY OP4 of 2127 Info Packet)
Asst. to the City Manager Fruin acknowledged individuals and groups who played an
instrumental role in getting the Plan to this point, and introduced representatives from Genus
Landscaping Architects Angie Coyier and Brett Douglas who presented a power point.
ACTION: Schedule for Council action on March 25th. ( Fruin)
INFORMATION PACKET DISCUSSION [February 20,271
February 20
1. (IP9 — Telecommunications Commission minutes) In response to Council Member
Throgmorton, City Manager Markus indicated staff had discussed a possible residential
broadband survey regarding customer satisfaction with Mediacom, and noted that staff
would be transitioning and those would be worked into the changes as well.
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2. (IP8 — Press Release regarding precautionary boil advisory ....) In response to Council
Member Payne, City Manager Markus stated that there had been communication with
staff regarding use of reverse 911 for future needs.
February 27
1. (IP7 — Memo from Finance Director ... Local Option Sales Tax Exploratory Committee)
Council Member Throgmorton referenced the memo and stated he felt the decision on
how revenues are spent was a political one and not a staff committee plus one Council
Member committee, and instead suggested a council committee be formed. Majority
agreed that ultimately it was a policy decision but staff research and recommendations
were necessary to proceed. Mayor Pro tem Mims will serve as the Council
representative.
2. (IP6 — Memo from Asst. to the City Manager ... ICDD "Friends" Program) Mayor Hayek
noted the exciting initiative and good feedback received thus far.
COUNCIL TIME AND MEETING SCHEDULE
1. Council Member Botchway questioned when there would be additional discussion on the
affordable housing issues scheduled. Council Member Throgmorton noted upcoming
discussion regarding the subject in the form based Code. Mayor Pro tern Mims noted
discussion among MPOJC, and urged Council to work through the current list of pending
work session items.
2. Council Member Throgmorton stated he would be reporting on his recent trip to Tacoma,
WA at the formal meeting.
3. Mayor Hayek stated he would be doing the KXIC radio show the next day, and reminded
Council Members of the new 8:00 AM start time.
PENDING WORK SESSION TOPICS rIP # 5 of 02/27 Info Packetl
1. Council Member Dickens reported on attending the Center for Worker Justice of
Eastern Iowa meeting on March 21St, and reported that the City and County were
working on the issue.
2. Council Member Dickens stated he was hearing from a number of people regarding the
status of the Fiberight project, and questioned when a meeting might be held. Council
Member Throgmorton reported he was hearing from a number of stakeholders and
suggested a possible meeting on both Fiberight, and recycling in multi - family housing,
be scheduled soon. City Manager Markus and Public Works Dir. Fosse reminded
Council that it was a new process and the advantages of waiting to see the issues as the
City of Marion, Iowa proceeds. Staff will continue to talk with stakeholders as questions
arise, and no timeline has been established.
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS /COUNCIL INVITATIONS
None
Meeting adjourned 6:40 PM.
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS — 3/4/14
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims,
Payne, Throgmorton. Absent: None. Staff members present: Markus, Fruin, Dulek,
Karr, Andrew, Davidson, Moran, Morris, Fosse, Bockenstedt.
The Mayor presented Student Citizenship Awards to Robert Lucas Elementary
student: Alex Nunez; and Hoover Elementary students: Spencer Goodman and Rose
Marie Nkumu.
The Mayor proclaimed Special Olympics Month — March. Joyce Rossi and Special
Olympians Justin Conklin, Ann Greenstein, Geoff Hacker, Mallory Earnest, Dree
Jacques, Melanie Justice, Breanna McFarland, Jill Michalek, Danielle Morgan, Hayley
Musser, Autumn Nelson, Randy Noel, Kelly Peterson, Sara Rugg, Eliana Friendman,
and Jennifer Foster.
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: February 18 Work Session, February 18 Regular Formal Official & Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Historic
Preservation Commission — November 14, 2013; Historic Preservation Commission
— December 12, 2013; Housing & Community Development Comm. — December19,
2013; Housing & Community Development Comm. — January 16; Human Rights
Commission — January 21; Planning and Zoning Commission — January 13
(informal); Planning and Zoning Commission — January 16 (formal); Planning and
Zoning Commission — February 6 (formal); Telecommunications Commission —
January 27.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Trumpet Blossom Cafe, 310 E. Prentiss St.;
Special Class C Liquor License for Noodles & Company, 201 S. Clinton St.; Class C
Liquor License for Caliente Night Club, Inc., 171 Hwy 1 West; RES. 14 -42, TO
ISSUE DANCING PERMIT to Caliente Night Club, Inc., 171 Hwy 1 West. New:
Class E Liquor License for Casey's; General Store #3322, 1904 Broadway St.; RES.
14 -43, TO ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMIT to Casey's General Store #3322,1904
Broadway St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 14 -44, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
BUTLER BRIDGE PEDESTRIAN TRAIL PROJECT STP -U- 3715(651)-- 70 -52; RES.
14 -45, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE 2012 IOWA RIVER POWER DAM
REPAIR PROJECT; RES. 14 -46, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE CDBG
ASBESTOS ABATEMENT — CONTRACT # 9 PROJECT; RES. 14 -47,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN A LISTING AGREEMENT WITH
BINSWANGER MIDWEST OF ILLINOIS, INC. TO SELL LOTS IN THE 420TH
STREET INDUSTRIAL PARK; RES. 14 -48, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
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TO SIGN A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE IOWA DEPT. OF
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES STATE ACCOUNTING ENTERPRISE (DAS /SAE)
FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE INCOME OFFSET PROGRAM BY THE HOUSING
AUTHORITY; RES. 14 -49, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN NEUMANN MONSON
ARCHITECTS OF IOWA CITY, IOWA AND THE CITY OF IOWA CITY FOR
CONSULTING SERVICES DURING CONSTRUCTION OF THE CITY PARK POOL
ADA RENOVATIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 14 -50, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR MARCH
25, 2014, ON A PROPOSAL TO CONVEY A SINGLE FAMILY HOME (Univer -City
Sale) LOCATED AT 303 WEST BENTON STREET; Setting a public hearing for
March 25 on an ordinance amending Title 14: Zoning Code changing the definition
of " Enlargement/Expansion" so that, for a nonconforming drinking establishment, an
alteration or addition to a commercial kitchen that does not result in an increase in
the allowable occupancy load will not be considered an enlargement/expansion of
the use.
Correspondence: Diane Dillon regarding Vending (public assembly permit
appeal); Larry Rogers regarding What the Senior Center Means to Me; Joe Coulter;
Brian Flanagan regarding Gateway Project [Staff response included]; Derek JohnK
regarding Right -of -way laws for telecom infrastructure buildout [Staff response
included]; Robert L. Temple x2 regarding Neighborhood Concern [Staff response
included]; Rod Sullivan regarding Charter Ideas [Staff response included]; Lawrence
Kudej regarding Problems with Handicap Accessibility of Iowa City Sidewalks [Staff
response included]; Ginalie Swaim, Chair Historic Preservation Commission
regarding Noise Regulations; Scott Dragoo; Chad Keune, Greater Iowa City Area
Home Builders Association regarding Secondary Access to Neighborhoods off
Foster Road / Peninsula Access; Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation
of NO PARKING 7 AM — 4 PM MONDAY — FRIDAY signs on the south side of
Indigo Court through the cul -de -sac, and on the south and east side of Primose
Court through the cul -de -sac; Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Establish NO
PARKING 2 AM — 6 AM prohibition for metered parking on the 500 block of Maiden
Lane.
Iowa City Downtown District Director Nancy Bird thanked Council and staff for their
support of the downtown streetscape update. Roger Knight, Jr., appeared regarding
low income housing; Mediacom; tree maintenance; sidewalk repairs and snow removal;
and brick repairs in the Pedestrian Mall.
Public hearings were held on (items 6a and 6b) a resolution approving an
amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to amend the Southwest District Plan to change
the land use designation of property located west of Mormon Trek Boulevard, north of
Westwinds Drive from Neighborhood Commercial to Community Commercial (CPA12-
00006); and on an ordinance conditionally rezoning 8.7 acres of property from
Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1) Zone to Community Commercial (CC -2) Zone
located west of Mormon Trek Boulevard, north of Westwinds Drive (REZ12- 00001). No
one appeared. Moved and seconded to continue public hearings and defer the
resolution and ordinance to March 25.
Public hearings were held on an ordinance rezoning approximately 1.45 acres
located at the southwest corner of Clinton Street and Burlington Street from Central
Business Support (CB -5) to Institutional Public (P -2) (REZ13- 00026) and an ordinance
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rezoning .54 acres of property from Neighborhood Stabilization Residential (RNS -20)
Zone to Institutional Public (P -2) Zone located at 109 River Street (REZ13- 00027).
Moved and seconded that the ordinance rezoning approximately 1.45 acres located
at the southwest corner of Clinton Street and Burlington Street from Central Business
Support (CB -5) to Institutional Public (P -2) (REZ13- 00026) be given first vote.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance rezoning .54 acres of property from
Neighborhood Stabilization Residential (RNS -20) Zone to Institutional Public (P -2) Zone
located at 109 River Street (REZ13- 00027), be given first vote.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning approximately 49.5 -acres of
property from Office Research Park (ORP) Zone to Research Development Park (RDP)
Zone located at 2510 N. Dodge Street (REZ14- 00001). Atty. Mike Pugh, representing
NCS Pearson, appeared.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance rezoning approximately 49.5 -acres of
property from Office Research Park (ORP) Zone to Research Development Park (RDP)
Zone (NCS Pearson) located at 2510 N. Dodge Street (REZ14- 00001), be given first
vote.
Moved and seconded that ORD. 14 -4572, AMENDING TITLE 15: LAND
SUBDIVISIONS, TO REMOVE MAXIMUM DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE
PLACEMENT OF CLUSTERED MAILBOXES IN NEW SUBDIVISIONS AND ADDING
GUIDELINES TO ENSURE APPROPRIATE PLACEMENT OF LARGE
CONCENTRATIONS OF MAILBOXES, be passed and adopted. Moved and seconded
to accept correspondence from Jean Walker [Staff response included].
Moved and seconded to defer resolution to March 25 a resolution approving final
plat of Windsor West — Part Three, Iowa City, Iowa (SUB13- 00025). Moved and
seconded to accept correspondence from Duane Musser.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 14 -51, APPROVING FINAL PLAT OF
LEXINGTON GREEN, IOWA CITY, IOWA. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted, 6/0/1, Throgmorton abstaining.
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 1034 East Burlington Street.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 14 -52, AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A
SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 1034 EAST BURLINGTON STREET.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Animal Care and Adoption
Center 2014 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. The Mayor noted the new comment concerning revised plans and specification
being on file for the exterior signage.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 14 -53, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE ANIMAL CARE AND ADOPTION CENTER 2014
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 proposed operating budget for the fiscal year July 1,
2014, through June 30, 2015, the Proposed Three -Year Financial Plan for FY2014 —
2016, and also the Multi -Year Capital Improvements Program through fiscal year 2018.
The following individuals appeared: Gregg Geerdes, 890 Park Place; Jon Ozeroff,
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Parkview Terrace; and Mary Murphy, 890 Park Place. Moved and seconded to accept
correspondence from Judith Dillman, Jon Ozeroff, Joseph Dillon and Rebecca Porter,
Mary Murphy.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 14 -54, ADOPTING THE ANNUAL BUDGET
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2015.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 14 -55, APPROVING THE THREE YEAR
FINANCIAL PLAN FOR THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND THE FIVE YEAR
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM.
PUBLIC HEARING.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 14 -56, ALLOCATING THE COMMUNITY
EVENTS AND PROGRAM FUNDING FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30,
2015.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 14 -57, AWARDING CONTRACT AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE CITY HALL POLICE AND FIRE
DEPARTMENT HVAC 2014 PROJECT.
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. 14 -4573, AMENDING TITLE 5, ENTITLED "BUSINESS AND LICENSE
REGULATIONS," CHAPTER 1, ENTITLED "GENERAL LICENSING PROVISIONS,"
AND CHAPTER 2, ENTITLED "TAXICABS," AND TITLE 9, ENTITLED "MOTOR
VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC," CHAPTER 4, ENTITLED "PARKING REGULATIONS," TO
REQUIRE DRIVERS TO MAINTAIN MANIFEST LOGS, TO REQUIRE SOME
UNIFORMITY OF RATE CARDS, TO REQUIRE NOTIFICATION WHEN A LICENSE
PLATE NUMBER IS CHANGED, TO ELIMINATE TAXI STANDS, TO ALLOW TAXIS TO
BE PARKED ON RESIDENTIAL STREETS, AND TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO
SUSPEND A LICENSE, be voted on for final passage at this time. UISG Rep. Bramel
indicated support for the ordinance by the majority of the student body. Moved and
seconded that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. The Mayor declared the
ordinance adopted, 6/1, with Throgmorton voting "no ".
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. 14 -4574, AMENDING TITLE 1, "ADMINISTRATION ", CHAPTER 8,
"ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE DEPARTMENTS ", SECTION 1 -8 -1, "ADMINISTRATIVE
SERVICE DEPARTMENTS ORGANIZED" TO UPDATE THE TITLES OF
DEPARTMENTS AND THE HEADS THEREOF AND TO EXTEND THE POWERS AND
DUTIES OF THE FORMER POSITIONS TO THE REVISED POSITIONS. 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 adopt RES. 14 -58, AMENDING THE BUDGETED
POSITIONS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
DEPARTMENT, PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, AND CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
AND AMENDING THE CORRESPONDING PAY PLANS.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 14 -59, INTENT TO BUDGET ANNUAL
FUNDING FOR FILM SCENE FOR THREE FISCAL YEARS 2015, 2016 AND 2017.
Andy Brodie, Co- Founder and Director of Film Scene, appeared.
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The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies to Boards and Commissions:
Ad Hoc Senior Services Committee for six vacancies to fill terms beginning May 1,
2014 — December 1, 2014 (Up to two non- residents of City of Iowa City shall be
eligible for the committee if they offer expertise not available from resident applicants,
need not be a Senior Center member to apply; Airport Commission for a four -year term
March 1, 2014 — March 1, 2018; Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment for fill a five -year
term January 1, 2014 — December 31, 2018; Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment for a
five -year term January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2016 (New full term); Appeals, Board of
for a five -year term January 1, 2014 — December 31, 2018; Historic Preservation
Commission, for a Jefferson St. representative to fill three year term, March 29, 2013 —
March 29, 2016 (New District formed); Library, Board of Trustees for an unexpired
term, effective upon appointment — June 30. 2015; and Telecommunications
Commission for two vacancies to fill a three -year term, March 13, 2014 — March 13,
2017. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 26, 2014.
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 meeting 8:30 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 �or"pouob�ication — 3/11/14.
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 4, 2014
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims,
Payne, Throgmorton. Absent: None. Staff members present: Markus, Fruin, Dulek,
Karr, Andrew, Davidson, Moran, Morris, Fosse, Bockenstedt.
The Mayor presented Student Citizenship Awards to Robert Lucas Elementary
student: Alex Nunez; and Hoover Elementary students: Spencer Goodman and Rose
Marie Nkumu.
The Mayor proclaimed Special Olympics Month — March. Joyce Rossi and Special
Olympians Justin Conklin, Ann Greenstein, Geoff Hacker, Mallory Earnest, Dree
Jacques, Melanie Justice, Breanna McFarland, Jill Michalek, Danielle Morgan, Hayley
Musser, Autumn Nelson, Randy Noel, Kelly Peterson, Sara Rugg, Eliana Friendman,
and Jennifer Foster.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Payne, 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: February 18 Work Session, February 18 Regular Formal Official & Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Historic
Preservation Commission — November 14, 2013; Historic Preservation Commission
— December 12, 2013; Housing & Community Development Comm. — December19,
2013; Housing & Community Development Comm. — January 16; Human Rights
Commission — January 21; Planning and Zoning Commission — January 13
(informal); Planning and Zoning Commission — January 16 (formal); Planning and
Zoning Commission — February 6 (formal); Telecommunications Commission —
January 27.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Katy LLC., dba Trumpet Blossom Cafe, 310 E.
Prentiss St.; Special Class C Liquor License for The Noodle Shop, Co. dba Noodles
& Company, 201 S. Clinton St.; Class C Liquor License for Caliente Night Club, Inc.,
dba Caliente Night Club, Inc., 171 Hwy 1 West; RES. 14 -42, TO ISSUE DANCING
PERMIT to Caliente Night Club, Inc., dba Caliente Night Club, Inc., 171 Hwy 1 West.
New: Class E Liquor License for Casey's Marketing Company, dba Casey's; General
Store #3322, 1904 Broadway St.; RES. 14 -43, TO ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMIT to
Casey's Marketing Company, dba Casey's General Store #3322, 1904 Broadway St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 14 -44, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
BUTLER BRIDGE PEDESTRIAN TRAIL PROJECT STP -U- 3715(651)-- 70 -52; RES.
14 -45, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE 2012 IOWA RIVER POWER DAM
REPAIR PROJECT; RES. 14 -46, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE CDBG
ASBESTOS ABATEMENT — CONTRACT # 9 PROJECT; RES. 14 -47,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN A LISTING AGREEMENT WITH
BINSWANGER MIDWEST OF ILLINOIS, INC. TO SELL LOTS IN THE 420TH
STREET INDUSTRIAL PARK; RES. 14 -48, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO SIGN A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE IOWA DEPT. OF
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES STATE ACCOUNTING ENTERPRISE (DAS /SAE)
FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE INCOME OFFSET PROGRAM BY THE HOUSING
AUTHORITY; RES. 14 -49, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN NEUMANN MONSON
ARCHITECTS OF IOWA CITY, IOWA AND THE CITY OF IOWA CITY FOR
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CONSULTING SERVICES DURING CONSTRUCTION OF THE CITY PARK POOL
ADA RENOVATIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 14 -50, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR MARCH
25, 2014, ON A PROPOSAL TO CONVEY A SINGLE FAMILY HOME (Univer -City
Sale) LOCATED AT 303 WEST BENTON STREET; Setting a public hearing for
March 25 on an ordinance amending Title 14: Zoning Code changing the definition
of "Enlargement/Expansion" so that, for a nonconforming drinking establishment, an
alteration or addition to a commercial kitchen that does not result in an increase in
the allowable occupancy load will not be considered an enlargement/expansion of
the use.
Correspondence: Diane Dillon regarding Vending (public assembly permit
appeal); Larry Rogers regarding What the Senior Center Means to Me; Joe Coulter;
Brian Flanagan regarding Gateway Project [Staff response included]; Derek JohnK
regarding Right -of -way laws for telecom infrastructure buildout [Staff response
included]; Robert L. Temple x2 regarding Neighborhood Concern [Staff response
included]; Rod Sullivan regarding Charter Ideas [Staff response included]; Lawrence
Kudej regarding Problems with Handicap Accessibility of Iowa City Sidewalks [Staff
response included]; Ginalie Swaim, Chair Historic Preservation Commission
regarding Noise Regulations; Scott Dragoo; Chad Keune, Greater Iowa City Area
Home Builders Association regarding Secondary Access to Neighborhoods off
Foster Road / Peninsula Access; Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation
of NO PARKING 7 AM — 4 PM MONDAY — FRIDAY signs on the south side of
Indigo Court through the cul -de -sac, and on the south and east side of Primose
Court through the cul -de -sac; Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Establish NO
PARKING 2 AM — 6 AM prohibition for metered parking on the 500 block of Maiden
Lane.
Iowa City Downtown District Director Nancy Bird thanked Council and staff for their
support of the downtown streetscape update. Roger Knight, Jr., appeared regarding
low income housing; Mediacom; tree maintenance; sidewalk repairs and snow removal;
and brick repairs in the Pedestrian Mall.
Public hearings were held on (items 6a and 6b) a resolution approving an
amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to amend the Southwest District Plan to change
the land use designation of property located west of Mormon Trek Boulevard, north of
Westwinds Drive (Walden Square) from Neighborhood Commercial to Community
Commercial (CPA12- 00006); and on an ordinance conditionally rezoning 8.7 acres of
property from Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1) Zone to Community Commercial (CC-
2) Zone located west of Mormon Trek Boulevard, north of Westwinds Drive (REZ12-
00001). No one appeared. Moved by Mims, seconded by Throgmorton to continue
public hearings and defer the resolution and ordinance to March 25.
Public hearings were held on an ordinance rezoning approximately 1.45 acres
located at (New Music School) the southwest corner of Clinton Street and Burlington
Street from Central Business Support (CB -5) to Institutional Public (P -2) (REZ13- 00026)
and an ordinance rezoning .54 acres of property (New Art School) from Neighborhood
Stabilization Residential (RNS -20) Zone to Institutional Public (P -2) Zone located at 109
River Street (REZ13- 00027). PCD Dir. Davidson presented a power point.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns that the ordinance rezoning approximately
1.45 acres located at the southwest corner of Clinton Street and Burlington Street from
Central Business Support (CB -5) to Institutional Public (P -2) (New Music School)
(REZ13- 00026) be given first vote.
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Moved by Throgmorton, seconded by Payne, that the ordinance rezoning .54 acres
of property from Neighborhood Stabilization Residential (RNS -20) Zone to Institutional
Public (P -2) Zone located at 109 River Street (New Art School) (REZ13- 00027), be
given first vote.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning approximately 49.5 -acres of
property from Office Research Park (ORP) Zone to Research Development Park (RDP)
Zone (NCS Pearson) located at 2510 N. Dodge Street (REZ14- 00001). PCD Dir.
Davidson presented a power point. Atty. Mike Pugh, representing NCS Pearson,
appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, that the ordinance rezoning approximately
49.5 -acres of property from Office Research Park (ORP) Zone to Research
Development Park (RDP) Zone (NCS Pearson) located at 2510 N. Dodge Street
(REZ14- 00001), be given first vote.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Dickens, that ORD. 14 -4572, AMENDING TITLE 15:
LAND SUBDIVISIONS, TO REMOVE MAXIMUM DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR
THE PLACEMENT OF CLUSTERED MAILBOXES IN NEW SUBDIVISIONS AND
ADDING GUIDELINES TO ENSURE APPROPRIATE PLACEMENT OF LARGE
CONCENTRATIONS OF MAILBOXES, be passed and adopted. Moved by Payne,
seconded by Dobyns, to accept correspondence from Jean Walker [Staff response
included].
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Dickens, to defer resolution to March 25 a
resolution approving final plat of Windsor West — Part Three, Iowa City, Iowa (SUB13-
00025). Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, to accept correspondence from Duane
Musser.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 14 -51, APPROVING FINAL
PLAT OF LEXINGTON GREEN, IOWA CITY, IOWA. PCD Dir. Davidson presented a
power point. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 6/0/1, Throgmorton
abstaining.
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 1034 East Burlington Street. No one appeared.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 14 -52, AUTHORIZING
CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 1034 EAST BURLINGTON
STREET.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Animal Care and Adoption
Center 2014 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. The Mayor noted the new comment concerning revised plans and specification
being on file for the exterior signage. No one appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 14 -53, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE ANIMAL CARE AND ADOPTION CENTER 2014
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 proposed operating budget for the fiscal year July 1,
2014, through June 30, 2015, the Proposed Three -Year Financial Plan for FY2014 —
2016, and also the Multi -Year Capital Improvements Program through fiscal year 2018.
Finance Dir. Bockenstedt presented a power point. The following individuals appeared:
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Gregg Geerdes, 890 Park Place; Jon Ozeroff, Parkview Terrace; and Mary Murphy, 890
Park Place. PW Dir. Fosse and Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran present for discussion. Moved
by Payne, seconded by Throgmorton, to accept correspondence from Judith Dillman,
Jon Ozeroff, Joseph Dillon and Rebecca Porter, Mary Murphy.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Payne, to adopt RES. 14 -54, ADOPTING THE
ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2015. Individual
Council Members expressed their views.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 14 -55, APPROVING THE
THREE YEAR FINANCIAL PLAN FOR THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND THE
FIVE YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM.
PUBLIC HEARING.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, to adopt RES. 14 -56, ALLOCATING THE
COMMUNITY EVENTS AND PROGRAM FUNDING FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 2015.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 14 -57, AWARDING
CONTRACT to Day Mechanical Systems, Inc. for $ 165,800.00 AND AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE CITY HALL POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENT HVAC 2014
PROJECT.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, 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. 14 -4573, AMENDING TITLE 5, ENTITLED "BUSINESS AND
LICENSE REGULATIONS," CHAPTER 1, ENTITLED "GENERAL LICENSING
PROVISIONS," AND CHAPTER 2, ENTITLED "TAXICABS," AND TITLE 9, ENTITLED
"MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC," CHAPTER 4, ENTITLED "PARKING
REGULATIONS," TO REQUIRE DRIVERS TO MAINTAIN MANIFEST LOGS, TO
REQUIRE SOME UNIFORMITY OF RATE CARDS, TO REQUIRE NOTIFICATION
WHEN A LICENSE PLATE NUMBER IS CHANGED, TO ELIMINATE TAXI STANDS, TO
ALLOW TAXIS TO BE PARKED ON RESIDENTIAL STREETS, AND TO AUTHORIZE
THE CITY TO SUSPEND A LICENSE, be voted on for final passage at this time. UISG
Rep. Bramel indicated support for the ordinance by the majority of the student body.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted, 6/1, with Throgmorton voting "no ".
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, 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. 14 -4574, AMENDING TITLE 1, "ADMINISTRATION ", CHAPTER
8, "ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE DEPARTMENTS ", SECTION 1 -8 -1, "ADMINISTRATIVE
SERVICE DEPARTMENTS ORGANIZED" TO UPDATE THE TITLES OF
DEPARTMENTS AND THE HEADS THEREOF AND TO EXTEND THE POWERS AND
DUTIES OF THE FORMER POSITIONS TO THE REVISED POSITIONS. 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 Payne, to adopt RES. 14 -58, AMENDING THE
BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES DEPARTMENT, PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, AND CITY
MANAGER'S OFFICE AND AMENDING THE CORRESPONDING PAY PLANS.
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Moved by Payne, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 14 -59, INTENT TO BUDGET
ANNUAL FUNDING FOR FILM SCENE FOR THREE FISCAL YEARS 2015, 2016 AND
2017. Andy Brodie, Co- Founder and Director of Film Scene, appeared.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies to Boards and Commissions:
Ad Hoc Senior Services Committee for six vacancies to fill terms beginning May 1,
2014 — December 1, 2014 (Up to two non- residents of City of Iowa City shall be
eligible for the committee if they offer expertise not available from resident applicants,
need not be a Senior Center member to apply; Airport Commission for a four -year term
March 1, 2014 — March 1, 2018; Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment for fill a five -year
term January 1, 2014 — December 31, 2018; Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment for a
five -year term January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2016 (New full term); Appeals, Board of
for a five -year term January 1, 2014 — December 31, 2018; Historic Preservation
Commission, for a Jefferson St. representative to fill three year term, March 29, 2013 —
March 29, 2016 (New District formed); Library, Board of Trustees for an unexpired
term, effective upon appointment — June 30. 2015; and Telecommunications
Commission for two vacancies to fill a three -year term, March 13, 2014 — March 13,
2017. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 26, 2014.
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 Dobyns noted the recent story on Daily Show on the Comedy
channel regarding Iowa Citian Bridgett Carney, lead bass with Lake Street Drive band
and stated Bridgett and the band would be a the Englert Theater on March 25tH
Council Member Dickens reiterated what a great place the Englert Theater was,
noting he was missing a performance of Frogs that evening attended by his wife and
grandchildren.
Mayor Pro tem Mims noted the letter to the editor in the Press Citizen thanking City
staff and everyone who works outside during this incredibly cold and snowy winter.
Council Member Throgmorton called attention the City Manager Markus excellent
beard, and reported on his participation in a forum in Tacoma, Washington entitled
"Beyond Urban Branding ".
Council Member Botchway complimented the City Manager on his beard noting it
was very Indiana Jones'esque ; and encouraged anyone who could to attend the
Special Olympic events at the University Fieldhouse.
Mayor Hayek stated the Mission Creek Festival was coming up in April; and
encouraged citizens to see more about the festival and get tickets at missionfreak.com.
City Manager Markus announced City staff had donated 139 jars of peanut butter
and 95b jars of jelly to the Crisis Center "Spread the Love" program; and raised over
$50,000 for the United Way campaign this year — a new record.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, to adjourn meeting 8:30 p.m.
Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk