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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
FEBRUARY 23, 2015
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
(Electronically), Throgmorton. Absent: None. Staff members present: Markus, Fruin,
Dilkes, Karr, Yapp, Clark, Andrew, Moran, Davidson, Havel, Bockenstedt, Bowers,
Frank.
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Lincoln Elementary students:
Thomazin Jury and Isaac Young.
The Mayor presented the State of City Address.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, 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 Items 3d(1) Resolution
approving agreement with school district Re: Sycamore Street and 3d(10) Resolution
approving Washington Street and North Pedestrian Mall Downtown Streetscape:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: January 12 Work Session; January 13 Work Session; February 9 Work
Session; February 9 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
Adjustment — January 14; Charter Review Commission — January 27; Citizens Police
Review Board — December 3; Citizens Police Review Board — December 8; Citizens
Police Review Board — December 29; Civil Service Commission — February 12;
Historic Preservation Commission — January 8; Human Rights Commission —
January 20; Planning and Zoning Commission — January 15; Telecommunications
Commission — January 26.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal:
Special Class C Liquor License for Kantaphone, Chansy, dba The Thai Spice
Restaurant, 1210 S. Gilbert St. #200; Class E Liquor License for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba
Hy -Vee Food Store #2, 812 S. 1St Ave.; Class C Liquor License for Carl & Ernie
Enterprises LLC., dba Carl & Ernies "GOOD TIME" Pub & Grill, 161 Highway 1 W.;
Outdoor Service Area for Carl & Ernie Enterprises LLC., dba Carl & Ernie's "GOOD
TIME" Pub & Grill, 161 Highway 1 W.; Class C Beer Permit for Dolgencorp, LLC.,
dba Dollar General Store #8137, 41 Highway 1 W. New: Class C Liquor License for
Cardinal Way Properties LLC., dba Coach's Corner Pub, 749 Mormon Trek Blvd.
Class C Liquor License for Fujiyama inc., dba Coach's Corner Pub, 749 Mormon
Trek Blvd.; Outdoor Service Area for Cardinal Way Properties LLC., dba Coach's
Corner Pub, 749 Mormon Trek Blvd.; Class E Liquor License for Sector, Inc., dba
Creekside Market, 2601 Hwy 6 E.; Class C Liquor License for Etre Givanni
Restaurant LLC., dba Givanni's 109 E. College St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 15-37, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE 28E AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF IOWA CITY AND JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO A
PORTION OF SYCAMORE STREET; Approve disbursements in the amount of
$10,713,930.89 for the period of December 1 through December 31, 2014, as
recommended by the Finance Director subject to audit; RES. 15-38, AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE TEMPORARY
CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA
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FOR THE EXTENSION OF THE CITY'S WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM ON
SLOTHOWER ROAD; RES. 15-39, ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION OF .35
ACRES ALONG SLOTHOWER ROAD FROM SLOTHOWER FARMS, L.L.C. IN
IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA, AS PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY; RES. 15-
40, AMENDING THE BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE PARKS AND RECREATION
DEPARTMENT BY DELETING ONE FULL-TIME MAINTENANCE WORKER II - CBD
AND ONE SENIOR MAINTENANCE WORKER - CBD POSITION AND ADDING
ONE FULL-TIME MAINTENANCE WORKER ll -HORTICULTURE AND ONE FULL-
TIME SENIOR MAINTENANCE WORKER -HORTICULTURE SPECIALIST; RES. 15-
41, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE ASBESTOS ABATEMENT REMOVAL OF
MISC. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND REMOVAL OF HOUSEHOLD
HAZARDOUS WASTE AT THE CITY OF IOWA CITY NORTH WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANT PROJECT; RES. 15-42, AMENDING THE BUDGETED
POSITIONS IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND THE AFSCME AND
ADMINISTRATIVE AND CONFIDENTIAL PAY PLANS BY DELETING ONE FULL
TIME RECORDS SUPERVISOR, ONE FULL-TIME ADMINISTRATIVE
SECRETARY, TWO FULL-TIME POLICE RECORDS CLERKS AND TWO FULL-
TIME SENIOR POLICE RECORDS CLERKS AND ADDING ONE FULL-TIME
POLICE ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR AND FOUR FULL-TIME POLICE
RECORDS TECHNICIANS; RES. 15-43, ESTABLISHING A COMMUNICATION
PROTOCOL FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY IN THE THREE
JURISDICTIONS OF IOWA CITY, CORALVILLE, AND NORTH LIBERTY.
Correspondence received from Tom Goedken and Mark Nolte; RES. 15-44,
RATIFYING SETTLEMENT OF IMMINENT LITIGATION, James Tandy.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 15-45, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON
MARCH 9, 2015 TO DISCUSS THE PROPOSED OPERATING BUDGET FOR THE
FISCAL YEAR JULY 1, 2015, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2016, THE PROPOSED
THREE-YEAR FINANCIAL PLAN FOR FY2015 - 2017, AND ALSO THE MULTI-
YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM THROUGH FISCAL YEAR 2019;
Setting a public hearing for March 9 on an ordinance amending title 14-513 `Sign
Regulations' for Central Business Zones; Setting a public hearing for March 9, 2015
on a Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the three blocks South of Iowa Ave., East
of Gilbert St., West of Van Buren St. and North of Burlington St.; RES. 15-46, OF
INTENT TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED EXECUTION OF A QUIT CLAIM DEED
FOR OUTLOT B, BOYD'S FASHIONABLE ACRES, IOWA CITY, IOWA AND
SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON SAID PROPOSED CONVEYANCE FOR MARCH
9,2015; RES. 15-47, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON MARCH 9, 2015 ON
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE NORMANDY DRIVE RESTORATION
PROJECT-- PHASE IIIB, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID
HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON
FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 15-48, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON
MARCH 9, 2015 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SLOTHOWER ROAD
WATER MAIN PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF
SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS
ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 15-49, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING
ON MARCH 9, 2015 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE NORTH PLANT SALVAGE AND DEMOLITION
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PHASE OF THE IOWA CITY WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT RELOCATION
PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING,
AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR
PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 15-50, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR MARCH 9,
2015, ON A PROPOSAL TO CONVEY A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 711
NORTH GILBERT STREET; RES. 15-51, RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC
HEARING FOR MARCH 9, 2015, ON A PROPOSAL TO CONVEY A SINGLE
FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 429 RONALDS STREET.
Correspondence: Laurie Nash regarding WOYCsavethedate 2015; Ann Trimble -
Ray (iowalive) regarding Self Proclaimed 'Conservative' Touts Liberal Tax And
Spend; Mary Jeanne Perino Phillips regarding Food -scrap recycling is gaining
ground; James D. Curtis regarding Appreciation for Public Library and Ecumenical
Towers; Terri Caplan regarding Preservation Study; Scott Hamlin regarding Colonial
Lanes [staff response included]; Harry Olmstead regarding Taxi Ordinance [staff
response included]; Edgar Lopez regarding Robert E. Lee rules and behavior [staff
response included] John Crane regarding Iowa City needs a fire department training
facility; Acting Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation NO PARKING ANY
TIME signs on the north side of Eagle View Drive and Grace Drive; Traffic
Engineering Planner regarding Installation of (1) DISABLED PARKING space in
front of 1407 Broadway Street; Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of
metered parking spaces and establishment of parking meter terms for the following
locations: (7) spaces on the south side of the 200 block of East Court Street, (3)
spaces on the south side of the 300 block of East Court Street, (9) spaces on the
east side of the 500 block of South Linn Street; (5) parking spaces on the south side
of the 300 block of East Harrison Street; and (6) spaces on the south side of the 200
block of East Prentiss Street. Establish NO PARKING 2 AM — 6 AM parking
prohibition of metered parking at these locations.
Mark Nolte, President ICAD (Iowa City Area Development Group), and Tom Goedken,
Board Chair, expressed support for adoption of the communications protocol for
economic development with the communities of Iowa City, North Liberty, and Coralville.
The following individuals appeared regarding the north plant salvage and demolition
project: Mike Carberry, 2029 Friendship St.; Jeff Biggers, 624 Whiting Ave.; and Pam
Michaud, 109 S. Johnson St.
Moved by Throgmorton, seconded by Dobyns, to adopt RES. 15-52, AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK ATTEST THE 28E AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE IOWA CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT AND THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY REGARDING CONSTRUCTION OF SITE PLAN IMPROVEMENTS FOR
THE SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NOW KNOWN AS ARCHIBALD ALEXANDER
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LOCATED AT 3571 SOUTH SYCAMORE STREET AND
RECONSTRUCTION OF SYCAMORE STREET. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted, 6/0/1, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes: Dickens, Dobyns,
Hayek, Mims, Payne, Throgmorton. Nays: None. Abstaining: Botchway.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. RES. 15-53, 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
GENUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS, PC, OF DES MOINES, IOWA TO PROVIDE
CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE WASHINGTON STREET AND NORTH
PEDESTRIAN MALL PORTIONS OF THE DOWNTOWN STREETSCAPE PLANNING
PROJECT. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 6/0/1, with the following
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division of roll call vote: Ayes: Mims, Payne, Throgmorton, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek.
Nays: None. Abstaining: Throgmorton.
Patricia Knox, President of the Board of Arts Iowa City, 2601 Friendship St.,
appeared regarding establishment of a multi -disciplinary community art center in the
downtown area, possible use of the Unitarian Church, and advocated the Church be put
on the National Registry of Historic Places. Moved by Dickens, seconded by Dobyns, to
accept material from Patricia Knox. Kevin Perez, 161 Columbia Dr., stated one of his
establishments were cited for selling to a minor and he would be paying the fine but
asked for consideration of sale of alcohol to minors regulations in the future. Council
asked the item be scheduled for further discussion. Joy Beadleston appeared regarding
the Iowa City Transit disabled bus program, and reference to "substantial handicap".
Staff will follow up.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, 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. 15-4609, CONDITIONALLY REZONING 21.24 ACRES OF
PROPERTY FOR A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY/HIGH DENSITY SINGLE
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (OPD/RS12) ZONE TO ALLOW 72 MULTI -FAMILY DWELLING
UNITS LOCATED SOUTH OF PADDOCK CIRCLE AND WEST OF HEINZ ROAD.
(REZ14-00010), be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved by Mims, seconded
by Dickens, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. The Mayor requested
Council Members disclose any ex parte communications, and none were reported.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Dickens, to accept correspondence from Steve
Gordon.
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. 15-4610, REZONING 34.21 ACRES OF PROPERTY FROM
INTERIM DEVELOPMENT RESEARCH PARK (ID -RP) ZONE TO COMMERCIAL
OFFICE (CO -1) ZONE LOCATED NORTH OF NORTHGATE DRIVE, be voted on for
final passage at this time. The Mayor requested Council Members disclose any ex
parte communications, and none were reported. Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens,
that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Moved by Botchway seconded by
Mims, to accept correspondence from F. Joe Hughes, Southgate Companies.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Mims, to adopt RES. 15-54, APPROVING THE
PRELIMINARY PLAT HIGHLANDER DEVELOPMENT FOURTH ADDITION, IOWA
CITY, IOWA. Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point. Joe
Hughes, Southgate Companies, appeared. Individual Council Members expressed their
views.
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 601 South Governor Street. No one appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-55, AUTHORIZING
CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 601 SOUTH GOVERNOR
STREET.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, Form of
Contract, and Estimate of Cost for the construction of the First Avenue Grade Separation
Project [STP -U-3715(636)--0-52], establishing amount of bid security to accompany each
bid, directing City Clerk to publish Notice to Bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt
of bids. No one appeared.
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Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-56, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE FIRST AVENUE GRADE SEPARATION PROJECT
[STP -U-3715(636)--70-52], ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO
ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO
BIDDERS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. Individual
Council Members expressed their views.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-57, APPROVING THE
2013 EQUITY REPORT ACTION PLAN INCLUDING THE ACTION PLAN FOR THE
POLICE DEPARTMENT AND THE FIVE AREAS OF FOCUS FOR RELATIONSHIP
BUILDING AS PRESENTED BY CITY STAFF AT THE CITY COUNCIL WORK
SESSION HELD ON JANUARY 13, 2015 (RACIAL EQUITY & DIVERSITY ISSUES).
Equity Dir. Bowers presented information. The following individuals appeared: Maria
Hernandez, 1405 Laurel; Jan Palmer; Joseph Hall, 1826 G St.; Charles Eastham,
Consultation of Religious Communities, 953 Canton St. Individual Council Members
expressed their views.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-58, APPROVING AN
AGREEMENT FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY, IOWA AND 316 MADISON, L.L.C. FOR THE 316 MADISON STREET
PROJECT. Economic Development Adm. Davidson presented a power point. The
following individuals appeared: Peter Byler, 30 Ashwood Dr.; Emily Seiple, Johnson
County Affordable Homes Coalition; Charlie Eastham, 953 Canton St.; Evan McCarthy,
UISG Liaison; and developer Joe Clark. Individual Council Members expressed their
views. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 6/1, with the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Mims, Payne, Botchway, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek. Nays: Throgmorton.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, 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. 15-4611, AMENDING TITLE 5, ENTITLED "BUSINESS AND
LICENSE REGULATIONS," CHAPTER 2, ENTITLED "TAXICABS," SECTION 4,
ENTITLED "DRIVER REQUIREMENTS," AND SECTION 8, ENTITLED "RATES," TO
REVISE THE PROVISION ON SHARED RIDES, be voted on for final passage at this
time. Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that the ordinance be finally adopted at
this time.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to defer to March 9 the Historic Preservation
Commission appointment for an At Large representative for a three-year term, March
29, 2015 — March 29, 2018; and appoint Laura Bergus, 2231 California Avenue, to the
Telecommunications Commission for a three-year term, March 13, 2015 — March 13,
2018.
The Mayor noted that no applications were received for an additional appointment to
the Telecommunications Commission for a three-year term, March 13, 2015 — March
13, 2018, and will be readvertised. Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18
years of age unless specific qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional
notices after a period of six publications; but will continue to advertise vacancies with
postings and on the Council agenda. However, no additional publication costs will be
incurred.]
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Airport Zoning Brd. of
Adjustment for a five- year term January 1, 2014 — December 31, 2018 (Formerly
advertised; Full term); Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment for a five-year term January 1,
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2012 - December 31, 2016. (Formerly advertised; Full term); Appeals, Board of, for a
five-year term January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018 (Formerly advertised; Full term);
Historic Preservation Commission for a Jefferson St. representative for a three-year
terms, March 29, 2013 — March 29, 2016 (New District formed). Applications must be
received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 4, 2015; Applications must be received by
5:00 Wednesday, March 18 2015. Planning and Zoning Commission for two vacancies
to fill five-year term, May 1, 2015 — May 1, 2020. Applications must be received by 5:00
p.m., Wednesday, March 18, 2015.
The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Library, Board of Trustees for three
vacancies to fill six-year term, July 1, 2015 — June 30, 2021. Applications must be
received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 1, 2015.
Council Member Botchway reminded everyone of Ta-Nehisi Coates speaking at the
Englert on February 24.
Mayor Pro tem Mims said she was unable to attend the Coates event, and would be
attending an ICAD event that evening and meeting with a number of women in the
community including Debbie Durham from the Iowa Economic Development Board.
Council Member Dickens noted the upcoming events at the Englert, stating the
Englert is a jewel of downtown Iowa City, and encouraged people to take advantage of
it.
Mayor Hayek noted the announced retirement of West High Principal Jerry
Arganbright, and thanked him for his years of service; reported on his attendance at the
Sertoma Club essay contest luncheon with eighth graders, noting this year's essay
subject on the First Amendment; and shared ideas from eighth graders at Northwest
Junior High on improving the community and thanked teach Anah Austin for the
invitation.
City Manager Markus reported on the 1000 Friends of Iowa award recognizing the
Best Mixed Use Award for the historic Packing and Provision Building in Iowa City,
acknowledging the example of saving and reusing an historic building; and
congratulated City Atty. Dilkes son on his state champion debate award. Mayor Hayek
stated Joe Weideman had won the State Policy Debate Contest representing City High.
City Clerk Karr reminded everyone of the third public forum being held by the
Charter Review Commission on Tuesday evening, February 24th in Harvat Hall.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adjourn special meeting at 9:45 p.m.
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Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
Mari K. Karr, City Clerk
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CITY OF IOWA CITY =3i
MEMORANDUM
Date: February 4, 2015
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Budget Work Session, January 12, 2015, 1:00 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Botchway, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims, Payne, Throgmorton
Staff: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, Karr, Bockenstedt, Schaul, Andrew, Mansfield, Fosse and
others as noted for presentations
(A complete transcription and power point presentations are archived in the City Clerk's Office
and available on the City website)
FY15-FY19 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP)
Fin. Dir. Bockenstedt and PW Dir. Knoche presented opening remarks and facilitated a power
point presentation (archived with the City Clerk).
Project number precedes Project name, and number in parenthesis refers to page of the
projects in the FY15-17 proposed budget, Capital Improvement Program FY2015-FY2019.
AIRPORT
# A3430 Apron Reconstruction & Connecting Taxiway (Pg. 488) - Operations Spec. Tharp
# A3442 Runway 12-30 Obstruction Mitigation, Part 77 Removals (Pg. 488) —
Operations Spec. Tharp
# A3443 Airport Equipment Shelter (Pg. 489) - Operations Spec. Tharp
# A3448 Airport Perimeter Rd. (Pg. 489) - Operations Spec. Tharp
# A3454 Airport Master Plan (Pg. 490) — Operations Spec. Tharp
# A3459 North T -Hangar Electrical and LED Lighting (pg.490) — Operations Spec. Tharp
# A3460 Fuel Storage System Rehabilitation (pg. 491) — Operations Spec. Tharp
# ANEW1 Airfield Pavement Rehabilitation (pg. 491) — Operations Spec. Tharp
# ANEW2 Hangar A Door Replacement (pg. 492) — Operations Spec. Tharp
# ANEW3 South Airport Site Development (pg. 492) — Operations Spec. Tharp
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MISCELLANEOUS OTHER PROJECTS
# P 3971 CBD Streetscape Project (pg. 494) — Asst. City Mgr. Fruin
# G4704 City Hall — Other Projects (pg. 494) — Fin. Dir. Bockenstedt
# G4720 Permitting Software Upgrade (pg. 501) - NDS Dir. Boothroy, Fin. Dir. Bockenstedt
# GNEW1 City Hall Remodel for NDS Integration (pg. 502) — NDS Dir. Boothroy
# 14721 Fiber Optic Cable Infill Program (pg. 495) — Fin. Dir. Bockenstedt
# 14722 S. Wastewater Fiber Repair / Redundant Path (pg. 495) — PW Dir. Knoche and
Fin. Dir. Bockenstedt
# RNEW3 Library Bookmobile (pg. 498) — PW Dir. Knoche
#RNEW4 Replace Library HVAC Controls (pg. 499) - PW Dir. Knoche
PUBLIC SAFETY
# Y4406 Fire Apparatus Replacement Program (pg. 496) - Fire Chief Grier and
Finance Dir. Bockenstedt
# YNEW1 Fire / Police Storage Facility Relocation (pg. 497) — Fire Chief Grier
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
# E4513 Riverfront Crossings Development (pg. 499) — Economic Dev. Adm. Davidson and
NDS Dir. Boothroy
# E4514 Towncrest Redevelopment Plan (pg. 500) - Economic Dev. Adm. Davidson
# ENEW1 Towncrest Drive Reconstruction (pg.500) - Economic Dev. Adm. Davidson
# P3977 Riverside Drive Streetscape Improvements (pg. 503) — Economic Dev. Adm. Davidson
# R4185 Riverside Crossings Riverbank / Park Development (pg. 503) - NDS Dir. Boothroy and
Economic Dev. Adm. Davidson
PARKS. RECREATION & TRAILS
# R4204 Iowa River Trail, Benton St. - Sturgis Park (pg. 504) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
# R4206 Intra -City Bike Trails (pg. 504) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
# RNEW5 Highway 1 Sidewalk / Trail (pg. 505) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
# R4130 Parks Annual Improvements / Maintenance (pg. 505) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
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# R4137 Frauenholz-Miller Park Development (pg. 506) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran,
City Mgr. Markus
# R4160 Iowa River Corridor Trail — Peninsula Park to Waterworks Park (pg. 506) —
PW Dir. Knoche
# R4177 Lower City Park Emergency Access Road (pg. 507) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran,
City Mgr. Markus, PW Dir. Knoche, Fin. Dir. Bockenstedt
# R4186 Mercer Park Playground (pg. 507) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
# R4224 Hickory Hill Trail Redesign and Development (pg. 508) — Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
# R4322 Willow Creek/Kiwanis Park Master Plan and Splash Pad (pg. 508) —
Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
# R4330 Annual Recreation Center Improvement Fund (pg. 509) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
# R4331 Elementary School Recreation Facility Partnership (pg. 509) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
# RNEW1 Upgrade Building BAS Controls (pg. 510) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
# RNEW10 City Park Pool Cabana Shelters (pg. 510) — Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
# RNEW11 Emerald Ash Borer Response Plan (pg. 511) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran,
Fin. Dir. Bockenstedt, Asst. City Mgr. Fruin
# RNEW15 Sustainable Roadway Vegetation Management Program (pg. 511) —
Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran, City Mgr. Markus
# RNEW16 Tennis Court / Pickle Ball Court Resurfacing (pg. 512) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
# RNEW18 Tower Court Park Renovation (pg. 513) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
# RNEW19 Pheasant Hill Park Renovation (pg. 513) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
# RNEW20 Youth Sports Feasibility Study (pg. 514) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran,
City Manager Markus, Asst. City Mgr. Fruin, Economic Dev. Adm. Davidson
# RNEW7 Mercer Aquatic Center / Scanlon Gym Improvements (pg. 514) —
Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
# RNEW8 Recreation Center Lobby Remodel (pg. 515) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
# RNEW9 City Park Pool Cabin Restoration (pg. 516) - Parks & Rec. Dir. Moran
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SOLID WASTE AND LANDFILL
# K3972 Refuse Building (pg. 517) - PW Dir. Knoche
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# L3322 Hebl Road Improvements (pg. 518) - PW Dir. Knoche
# L3324 Landfill Gas Collection System Flare Replacement (pg. 518) - PW Dir. Knoche
# L3325 Landfill Household Hazardous Waste Storage Unite Replacement (pg. 519) —
PW Dir. Knoche
STREETS, BRIDGES AND TRAFFIC ENGINEERING
# MNEW1 Normandy Drive Storm Sewer (pg. 519) - PW Dir. Knoche
# MNEW2 Stevens Drive Storm Sewer Improvements (pg. 520) - PW Dir. Knoche
# P3957 Vehicle Wash System at Public Works Facility — S. Gilbert St. (pg. 520) —
PW Dir. Knoche
# P3973 Traffic Engineering Building (pg. 521) - PW Dir. Knoche
# P3974 Riverside Drive Pedestrian Tunnel (pg. 521) — PW Dir. Knoche
# P3976 Idyllwild Storm Water Drainage Diversion (pg. 522) - PW Dir. Knoche,
# S3806 Harrison Street Reconstruction (pg. 524) PW Dir. Knoche
LANDSCAPING PROJECTS
# PNEW3 Lower Muscatine Road Landscaping (pg. 522)
# PNEW4 S. Sycamore Landscaping — Langenberg to "I" (pg. 523)
# PNEW5 S. Sycamore Landscape — Langenberg to Highway 6 (pg. 523) - PW Dir. Knoche,
Fin. Dir. Bockenstedt
# RNEW17 Foster Rd Extension - Dubuque to Prairie Du Chien (pg. 524) - PW Dir. Knoche
# S3809 Iowa City Gateway Project (Dubuque St) (pg. 525) — PW Dir. Knoche,
Fin. Dir. Bockenstedt
# S3814 Annual Traffic Signal Projects (pg. 526) - PW Dir. Knoche
# S3816 Traffic Calming (pg. 526) — PW Dir. Knoche
# S3821 Overwidth Paving - Sidewalks (pg. 527) — PW Dir. Knoche
# S3822 Curb Ramp ADA (pg. 527) — PW Dir. Knoche
# S3823 Brick Street Repairs (pg. 528) — PW Dir. Knoche
# S3824 Annual Pavement Rehabilitation (pg. 528) - PW Dir. Knoche
# S3826 Underground Electrical Facilities (pg. 357) — PW Dir. Knoche
February 18, 2015
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# S3828 Sidewalk Infill Program (pg. 529) - PW Dir. Knoche
# S3830 Alley Assessment Project (pg. 530) - PW Dir. Knoche, City Manager Markus,
City Atty. Dilkes
# S3834 Burlington & Madison Intersection and Median (pg. 530) - PW Dir. Knoche
# S3840 Burlington & Clinton Intersection Improvements (pg. 531) - PW Dir. Knoche
Economic Dev. Adm. Davidson
# S3843 Annual RR Crossings City Wide (pg. 531) — PW Dir. Knoche
# S3849 Brick Street Reconstruction (pg. 532) - PW Dir. Knoche, Asst. City Mgr. Fruin
# S3854 American Legion Rd - Scott Blvd to Taft Ave (pg. 533) — PW Dir. Knoche,
Asst. City Mgr. Fruin
# S3868 Mormon Trek— Right Turn at Benton & 3 Lane Conv (pg. 534) — PW Dir. Knoche
# S3871 1st Avenue / IAIS RR Crossing Grade Separation (pg. 534) - PW Dir. Knoche
# S3910 Annual Bridge Maintenance & Repair (pg. 535) — PW Dir. Knoche
# S3921 Interstate 80 Aesthetic Improvements (pg. 535) - PW Dir. Knoche
# S3930 Dubuque St. / 1-80 Pedestrian Bridge (pg. 536) - PW Dir. Knoche
# S3931 Sycamore St. — City limits to South Gilbert St. (no page) - City Engr. Knoche
# S3932 LED Streetlight Replacement (pg. 536) — PW Dir. Knoche
# V3101 Annual Sewer Main (pg. 537) — PW Dir. Knoche
# V3141 Sludge Biosolid Dewatering Equip Replacement (pg. 537) — PW Dir. Fosse
# V3142 North Wastewater Treatment Plant Demolition (pg. 538) - PW Dir. Knoche
# VNEW1 Generator Relocation & Emission Upgrade (pg. 539) — PW Dir. Knoche
# VNEW2 Wastewater Clarifier Repairs (pg. 539) - PW Dir. Knoche
WATER DIVISION PROJECTS
# W3212 First Avenue (400-500 Block) Water Main Replace (pg. 540) - PW Dir. Knoche
# W3213 Ground Storage Reservoir VFD Upgrades (pg.541) - PW Dir. Knoche
# W3214 Reseal Treatment Plant Building (pg. 542) - PW Dir. Knoche
# W3216 Spruce St. (1300-1400 Block) Water Main Repl (pg. 543) - PW Dir. Knoche
# W3217 Wade St. (1000-1100) Water Main Rep[ (pg. 544) - PW Dir. Knoche
February 18, 2015
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# W3218 Washington St. (100-200 Block) Water Main Repl (pg. 545) - PW Dir. Knoche
# W3219 SCADA File Server Replacement & Backup Server (pg.546) - PW Dir. Knoche
# WNEW1 Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) Project (pg.547) - PW Dir. Knoche
# WNEW2 Dill St. Water Main Replacement (pg. 548) - PW Dir. Knoche
# WNEW3 Douglas St. / Douglas Ct. Water Main Replacement (pg. 549) - PW Dir. Knoche
# WNEW4 Lee St. / Highwood St Water Main Replacement (pg. 550) - PW Dir. Knoche
# WNEW5 Water Treatment Plant Filter # 6 Buildout (pg. 550) - PW Dir. Knoche
# WNEW6 Water Plant Computer Control System(s) Replacement (pg.551) - PW Dir. Knoche
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
# T3004 Parking Facility Restoration Repair (pg. 552) - Transportation Services Dir. O'Brien
# T3009 Parking Facility and Enforcement Automation (pg. 553) —
Transportation Services Dir. O'Brien
# T3055 Transportation Facility Relocations (pg. 554) - Transportation Services Dir. O'Brien
# T3059 Transit Bus Shelter Replacement and Expansion (pg. 555) —
Transportation Services Dir. O'Brien
# T3060 Transit Bus Camera Replacement (pg. 555) - Transportation Services Dir. O'Brien
ON THE RADAR (unfunded projects)
# 54 Carson Lake Regional Stormwater (pg. 560) - PW Dir. Knoche, City Mgr. Markus
First Avenue / Scott Blvd Intersection - PW Dir. Knoche, Asst. City Mgr. Fruin,
Economic Dev. Adm. Davidson
# 13 Gilbert / US 6 Intersection Left Turn Lanes (pg. 556) - PW Dir. Fosse
# 85 Riverside Drive Redevelopment Project (pg. 562) — PW Dir. Knoche
DISCUSSION AND WRAP-UP
Council Member Throgmorton voiced support for decreasing the dollar amount (maybe 10%) for
the downtown streetscape project and redirecting the funds to improvements south of Kirkwood;
and develop an invest strategy for the area. Economic Dev. Adm. Davidson present for
discussion. Individual Council Members expressed support for the downtown project and cited
various projects benefitting neighborhoods citywide.
Council Members complimented staff on the budget presentation.
Meeting adjourned 5:00 PM.
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6*�-�,:,®fir CITY OF IOWA CITYMEMORANDUM
P.6011
Date: February 18, 2015
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, January 13, 2015, 5:00 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Botchway, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims, Payne, Throgmorton
UISG: McCarthy
Staff: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, Karr, Bowers, Andrew, Hargadine, Steffen, Hart, O'Brien,
Bramel
(A complete transcription and power points are available in the City Clerk's Office and on the
City website.)
DISCUSSION OF RACIAL EQUITY AND DIVERSITY ISSUES [IP5-9 of 1/8 Information Packet]
➢ Staff Presentations
City Manager Markus and Equity Dir. Bowers presented an overview of the City Equity Report,
discussed new staff initiatives and recommendations focusing on conversation, accountability,
outreach, training and justice), and presented power points.
➢ Community Input
The following individuals appeared:
• Harry Olmstead, 1951 Hannah Ct., Human Rights Commission Chair
• LaTasha DeLoach, Coalition for Racial Justice, 2826 Whispering Meadows Dr.
• Kendra Malone, Coalition for Racial Justice, 340 Ellis Ave.,
• Charlie Eastham, Coalition for Racial Justice and President of the Consultation of
Religious Communities, 953 Canton St.
• Jan Rummey, PO Box 984
• Alecia Brooks, Coalition for Racial Justice and Black Voices Project, 934 23`d Ave
• Bakhit Bakhit, 2604 Bartelt Rd.
• Carolyn Porter, Coordinator for Dream Center's Help Program, 442 4th Ave
• Royceann Porter, 136 Appanoose Ct.
• Misty Rebik, Ex. Dir. Center for Worker Justice, 407 Bowery St.
• Shawn Curtain
• Dorothy Whiston, First Baptist Church, 317 Mahaska Dr.
• Venson Curington
• Joseph Hall, 1826 G St.
• Jerry Bokassa
• Reverend Doyle Landry
• Kayla Wheeler
• Nailah Roberts
Council Work Session
February 18, 2015
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➢ Council Discussion
Individual Council Members expressed their views, thanked the public for attending, and stated
support for staff recommendations.
ACTION: Prepare resolution for Council action. (Bowers)
Meeting adjourned 7:37 PM
CITY OF IOWA CITY 3a(3)
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MEMORANDUM
Date: February 19, 2015
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, February 9, 2015, 5:40 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Botchway, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims, Payne, Throgmorton
UISG: McCarthy
Staff: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, Karr, Andrew, Knoche, Davidson, Bockenstedt, Yapp,
Boothroy, Dulek, Hart, Bramel, Hargadine, Ford, Hightshoe, Miklo, Frank, Rackis,
Ralston
A transcription and power points are available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.
CONSULTATION WITH PLANNING AND ZONING (608, 610 S. DUBUQUE STREET)
IAgenda item # 6a1
P & Z Members, Thomas, Theobald, Eastham, Martin, Swygard, Freerks, and Dyer present.
Development Services Coordinator Yapp displayed a power point. Individual Commission
Members and Council Members expressed their views.
QUESTIONS FROM COUNCIL REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
1. (Agenda items # 9, 10, 11 — Taxicab (x2) ordinances and resolution ... ) Adm. Analyst
Andrew and Police Capt. responded to questions regarding Uber operating in Iowa City,
the public safety focus of the ordinance, and the amendment regarding shared rides.
2. (Consent Calendar item # 4d(4) — Grant Accountant ... Accounting Division ... ) Finance
Director Bockenstedt responded to questions and stated the position was included in the
proposed budget but the Senior Systems engineer occurred later and was a grade
change only. The City Manager said both positions were offsetting in the budget.
3. (Consent Calendar item # 4e(2) — First Avenue Grade Separation ... setting a public
hearing ... ) In response to Mayor Pro tem Mims, City Mgr. Markus stated the City was
exploring opportunities to secure the additional $2 million.
COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS [#121
Historic Preservation Commission At Large Rep. — Bob Lamkins
INFORMATION PACKET DISCUSSION [January 22, 29, February 51
January 22
1. (IP # 5— Annual Report of Boards and Commissions) In response to Council Member
Payne, City Clerk stated the report reflects last year's work and the reference to retired
Public Works Dir. Fosse as a member is correct.
January 29
None
Council Work Session
February 9, 2015
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February 5
1. (IP # 5 - Memo... Mobile Vending Regulations) Council Member Throgmorton noted the
research and work on the memo and questioned operation of the vendors in the parks.
CM Intern Bramel responded vendors could operate in any part of the City, 150 feet
away from a food establishment, but the Parks Dir. would have to be consulted if they
wished to operate within a City park. In response to Council Member Botchway, CM
Intern Bramel explained the reasoning behind the 9:00 PM closing requirement.
2. (IP # 7 — Memo ... Affordable Housing Location Model) Mayor Hayek noted the good
memo.
3. (IP # 6 — Memo ... Sustainable Communities Program) In response to Council Member
Throgmorton, Asst. City Mgr. Fruin references a star community rating system program
that's been developed for cities on sustainability that includes social justice criteria.
[Recessed at 6:40 to formal meeting; reconvened 9:25 PM1
COUNCIL TIME MEETING SCHEDULE AND PENDING WORK SESSION TOPICS
fIP # 4 of 2/5 Info Packetl
Council Member Throgmorton reported on a meeting he attended with other community
members as well as Equity Dir. Bowers (Council Member Botchway attended by phone)
with the Director of Government Alliance on Race and Equity, Julie Nelson. He said City
Equity Dir. Bowers would report to the City Manager on what was learned at the
meeting. Mayor Pro tem Mims requested that information on such meetings be provided
to the entire Council. Mayor Hayek clarified that individuals may accept invitation
representing themselves and in no official capacity, and if anyone wishes to attend
representing the City that should be discussed in advance.
2. City Clerk Karr stated she would be proposing a summer schedule in an upcoming
packet, and the item would be discussed at the next work session.
3. (IP # 4 — Pending Work Session Topics) Mayor Hayek noted the issue of nuisance
properties and the expectations especially about exteriors of rentals would come before
Council shortly; and reported he and his son had been taking photographs of properties
and his son requested credit when Council talks about it.
Upcoming Community Events / Council Invitations
Council Member Payne noted the Chamber Banquet scheduled for February 19.
Meeting adjourned 9:33 PM.
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the
City Clerk's Office 356-5040.
The cost of publishing the following proceedings and claims is $
Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is $_
OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS — 2/9/15
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.
The Mayor proclaimed: National African American History Month — February;
Sertoma's Freedom Week — Week of February 16th , Dennis Mitchell accepting.
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Shimek Elementary students:
Nolan Case, Megan Missall, and Victoria Weckmann.
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 presented:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: January 6 Work Session; January 10 Work Session; January 20 Work
Session; January 20 Regular Formal Official & Complete; January 26 Joint Meeting
Work Session.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action). Airport
Commission — December 15; Board of Adjustment — November 12; Charter Review
Commission — January 13; Housing and Community Development Commission —
November 20; Human Rights Commission — December 15; Planning and Zoning
Commission - December 18; Telecommunications Commission — November 24.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal:
Class C Liquor License for EI Ranchero Mexican Restaurant, 21 Sturgis Corner Dr.;
Class C Liquor License for It's Brothers Bar & Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor
Service Area for It's Brothers Bar & Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St.; Class C Beer Permit
for Acapulco Mexican Bakery #2, 1937 Keokuk St.; Class B Liquor License for
Sheraton Iowa City, 210 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Sheraton Iowa
City, 210 S. Dubuque St.; RES. 15-21, to ISSUE DANCING PERMIT to It's Brothers
Bar & Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St. and RBD Iowa City LLC., aba Sheraton Iowa City,
210 S. Dubuque St.; Class E Liquor License for Hy -Vee Food & Drugstore #1 &
Regal Liquor, 1720 Waterfront Dr.; Class E Liquor License for Hy -Vee #3, 1201 N.
Dodge; Class C Liquor License for Donnelly's Pub, 110 E. College St.; Refund an
unused portion of a Class C Liquor License for Brown Bottle, 115 E. Washington St.;
Special Class C Liquor License for Onnuri Restaurant, 624 S. Gilbert St.;
Ownership Change: Class C Liquor License for Studio 13 13 S. Linn St. New:
Special Class C Liquor License for Hy -Vee Club Room, 1720 Waterfront Dr.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 15-22, REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 06-46
AND ADOPTING A NEW PERMIT SYSTEM FOR SOLID WASTE CONTAINERS IN
THE DOWNTOWN ALLEYS INCLUDING PROVISIONS FOR APPLICATION,
DURATION, INSPECTION, SUSPENSION, REVOCATION, REMOVAL, FEES, AND
INSURANCE. RES. 15-23, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE WADE STREET WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT
Official Actions
February 9, 2015
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PROJECT; RES. 15-24, APPROVING THE RELEASE OF A TRAIL EASEMENT
ON LOT 194 OF GALWAY HILLS, PART 10, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 15-25,
AMENDING THE BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE ACCOUNTING DIVISION OF
THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT BY REPLACING THE BUDGETED TEMPORARY
STAFF WAGES WITH A PERMANENT .6 FTE GRANT ACCOUNTANT POSITION,
GRADE 13; RES. 15-26, AMENDING THE BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES DIVISION OF THE FINANCE
DEPARTMENT BY REDUCING THE SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER POSITION
WAGES FROM GRADE 30 TO GRADE 29 ON THE
ADMINISTRATIVE/CONFIDENTIAL PAYPLAN; RES. 15-27, AUTHORIZING THE
RENEWAL OF THE CONTRACT FOR JANITORIAL SERVICES WITH
ABM JANITORIAL SERVICES; RES. 15-28, REGARDING CONDITIONS OF
JOHNSON COUNTY'S DEDICATION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY ALONG SLOTHOWER
ROAD FOR THE EXTENSION OF THE CITY'S WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM;
RES. 15-29, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO
SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AMENDMENT #3 TO THE JANUARY
25, 2011 AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND H.R.
GREEN TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE
ROCKY SHORE LIFT STATION AND FLOOD GATE PROJECT; RES. 15-30,
ADOPTING THE IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY'S HOUSING CHOICE
VOUCHER (HCV) ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 15-31, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR
FEBRUARY 23, 2015, ON A PROPOSAL TO CONVEY A SINGLE FAMILY HOME
LOCATED AT 601 SOUTH GOVERNOR STREET; RES. 15-32, SETTING A
PUBLIC HEARING ON FEBRUARY 23, 2015 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
OF THE FIRST AVENUE GRADE SEPARATION PROJECT [STP -U-3715(636)--70-
52], DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND
DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR
PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 15-33, DETERMINING THE NECESSITY OF AND
SETTING DATES OF A CONSULTATION (FEBRUARY 20, 2015) AND PUBLIC
HEARING (MARCH 9, 2015) ON A PROPOSED AMENDMENT NO. 13 TO THE
CITY -UNIVERSITY PROJECT I URBAN RENEWAL PLAN IN THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA; Set a public hearing for April 7, 2015, for the Iowa City Housing
Authority's 5 -year and Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2015 and directing City Clerk to
publish notice of said hearing.
Correspondence: Jerry Bokassa regarding Copy of email to President Obama re
Police Procedures; Zach Popham regarding Homeless newspaper [staff response
included]; Bryon Young regarding Cable - It's All About Choices! [staff response
included]; Human Rights Commission Chair regarding Support for affordable
housing; Steve Radosevich regarding Carver Street [staff response included];
Charles Simpson regarding Street snow removal Chamberlain Dr. [staff response
included]; Sandra McQuillen regarding Cedar Rapids ash bore plan; Traffic
Engineering Planner regarding Installation of YIELD sign on Whispering Prairie
Avenue at the intersection with Whispering Meadow Drive; Traffic Engineering
Planner regarding Installation of YIELD signs on Blazing Star Drive at the
intersection with Whispering Meadow Drive; Traffic Engineering Planner regarding
Installation of YIELD signs on Camden Road at the intersection with Kenneth Drive.
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February 9, 2015
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A public hearing was held on an ordinance to designate properties located at 608 and
610 S. Dubuque Street as local Historic Landmarks (REZ14-00024). The following
individuals appeared: Ginalie Swaim, 1024 Woodlawn, Historic Preservation Chair;
Janice Fry, 922 N. Dodge St.; Thomas Baldridge, 915 Orchard St. #16; Bob Elliott, 1108
Dover St.; Jan Allen; Mark McCallum, 113 S. Johnson St.; Adil Adams, American Taxi;
Kevin Digman; Ted Pacha, property owner; Eva Adderley, 114 N. Governor St.; Alicia
Trimble, Ex. Dir. Friends of Historic Preservation; Jim McCarragher, atty. for Theo
Resources (property owner); Dave Moorice, 1304 E. Bloomington St.; Mary Jo Dane,
1304 E. Bloomington St.; Nancy Carlson; Airiane Parks-Pooret, 1029 Y2 E. Market St.;
Kirsten Frey, atty. rep. group of developers; Sarah Clark, Brown St.; Joseph Pettit, 4009
Laredo Dr.; and Mary Bennett, 1107 Muscatine Ave. Moved and seconded to accept
correspondence from Lindsay Alan Park, Neo McAdams, Tom Smith, Marybeth
Slonneger, Johanna Crawford, Karen Kubby, T.J. Brandt.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance to designate properties located at 608 and
610 S. Dubuque Street as local Historic Landmarks (REZ14-00024), be given first vote.
The Mayor declared the ordinance failed, 3/4.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally rezoning 21.24 acres of
property for a Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family Residential
(OPD/RS12) Zone to allow 72 multi -family dwelling units located south of Paddock
Circle and west of Heinz Road (REZ14-00010). Steve Gordon, representing the
developer appeared.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance conditionally rezoning 21.24 acres of
property for a Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family Residential
(OPD/RS12) Zone to allow 72 multi -family dwelling units located south of Paddock
Circle and west of Heinz Road (REZ14-00010), be given first vote.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning 34.21 acres of property from
Interim Development Research Park (ID -RP) Zone to Commercial Office (CO -1) Zone
located north of Northgate Drive (REZ14-00023). Joe Hughes, representing Southgate
Development, appeared.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance rezoning 34.21 acres of property from
Interim Development Research Park (ID -RP) Zone to Commercial Office (CO -1) Zone
located north of Northgate Drive (REZ14-00023), be given first vote.
Moved and seconded that ORD. 15-4607, REZONING APPROXIMATELY 1.1
ACRES LOCATED AT 965 SLOTHOWER ROAD FROM COUNTY AGRICULTURE (A)
ZONE TO RURAL RESIDENTIAL (RR -1) (REZ14-00022), be passed and adopted.
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 936 East Bloomington Street.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-34, AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A
SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 936 EAST BLOOMINGTON STREET.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2015 Landfill Gas Flare
Replacement 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.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-35, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2015 LANDFILL GAS FLARE REPLACEMENT PROJECT,
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February 9, 2015
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ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID,
DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS, AND FIXING TIME
AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
Moved and seconded that ORD. 15-4608, AMENDING TITLE 5, ENTITLED
"BUSINESS AND LICENSE REGULATIONS," CHAPTER 2, ENTITLED "TAXICABS," IS
AMENDED TO PROVIDE FOR THE REGULATION OF RIDE SHARING SERVICES
OPERATING VIA A WEB BASED APPLICATION SYSTEM, TO REQUIRE THE CITY TO
ISSUE IDENTIFICATION CARDS, TO ELIMINATE THE EXCEPTION FOR
DISPATCHING FROM A LOCATION OTHER THAN THE OFFICE FROM MIDNIGHT TO
6:00 AM, TO REQUIRE COLOR SCHEMES, TO REVISE THE DEFINITION OF
DESTINATION RATES, AND TO REGULATE SHARED RIDES, be passed and adopted.
Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from: Bob Long, Joe Lee, Nathan Kron,
Eric Shaffer, Todd Hermansen, Mark Renshaw, Pamela Overton, Bridget Waack, Vikram
Kumar, Sung Kim, Katie Bianchi, Allie Rapp, David Ryan, Dennis Keitel, Mark
DeMeulenaere, Greg Grenier, Zachary Harris, Shantalle Alam, Aijuan Xie, Michael
Parrott, Andy Moore, Aeen Asghar, Connor Gifford, Stephen Sengbusch, Karen Parrott,
Nancy Strauss Kelly, Brian Bowers, Adam Crum, Kelsey Boehm, J. Scott Edwards, Alissa
K., Tiffany Katz, Ursula Diehl, James Matveyuk, Mike Speer, Adam Nelson, Joshua Buck,
Liz Hamilton, Bob, Vertz, Kaley Lain, Nic Capdevila, Heather Groh, Pooja Chitgopeker,
Evan Diehl, Omar Bin Salamah, Tony Mayer, Rick Erns, Danielle Goodman, Justin
Sherman, Jeff Giese, Matt Triplett, Dani Sweeney, Mike Smelliek Jeremy Ellis, Ellen
Gardner, Ajoe John, Tara Wachendorf, Adam Price, Colleen Russo, Avaro Davalos,
Germa Ketema, Ben Stecker, Kate Carroll, Robert Taylor, Wern Blizzard, R. Grove, Dan
Christensen, Jay Olberding, Alan Light, Barb Mayberry, Sara Ealy, Mark Jonak, Tim
Garbett, Don and Amy Baumgartner, Mary Maxwell, Wes Gade, Delia Smith, Priscilla
Jacobsen, Nan Tassanai, Jessica Mondragon, Adam Hoffard, Nicholette Johnson,
Quentin Hill, Lucy Singer, Gary Silver, Amy Zshiesche, Jason Hagedorn, Sarah McGuire,
Pierre Buffard, Gretchen Bachrodt, Abrcr, Timothy Crow, Elyse Kamps, Scott Groh, David
Birely, David Killion, Alexa Sarachan, John McCullough, Jose Valencia, Jamie Margolin,
Yossarian Lives, Tom Burnette, Richard Hoover, Jeanne Melick, Tim Von Fosson, Dwight
Schumm, Laura Bonefeld, Sidot Shipley, Ryan Dusil, Pooneet Kant [Staff response
included]; Carla Jacobs.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 5, entitled "Business and
License Regulations," Chapter 2, entitled "Taxicabs," Section 4, entitled "Driver
Requirements," to revise the provision on shared rides, be given first vote.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-36, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 13-42
AND SETTING FEES WITH RESPECT TO THE ADMINISTRATION OF REGULATIONS
FOR NETWORK AND METERED TAXICABS, AND ESTABLISHING A NEW FEE FOR
DRIVER PHOTO IDENTIFICATION CARDS.
Moved and seconded to appoint Bob Lamkins, 1266 Prairie Grass Lane, to the
Housing & Community Development Commission for an unexpired term effective upon
appointment — September 1, 2016.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies to Boards and Commissions:
Historic Preservation Commission for an At Large representative to fill three-year term,
March 29, 2015 — March 29, 2018; Telecommunications Commission for two vacancies,
to fill three-year term, March 13, 2015 — March 13, 2018. Applications must be received
by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 18, 2015; Airport Zoning Brd. of Adjustment for a
five- year term January 1, 2014 — December 31, 2018 (Formerly advertised; Full term);
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February 9, 2015
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Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment for a five-year term January 1, 2012 - December 31,
2016. (Formerly advertised; Full term); Appeals, Board of for a five-year term January
1, 2014 - December 31, 2018 (Formerly advertised; Full term); Historic Preservation
Commission for a Jefferson St. representative to fill three-year terms, March 29, 2013 —
March 29, 2016 (New District formed). Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m.,
Wednesday, March 4, 2015.
The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Planning and Zoning Commission for two
vacancies for five-year terms, May 1, 2015 — May 1, 2020. Applications must be
received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 18, 2015. 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 to work session at 9:25 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. �r, City Clerk
Submitted for publication — 2/18/15.
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
FEBRUARY 9, 2015
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. Staff members present: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, Karr, Bockenstedt
Ralston, Yapp, Boothroy, Ford, Andrew, Bramel, Hart, Knoche, Scott, Dulek, Frank.
The Mayor proclaimed: National African American History Month — February;
Sertoma's Freedom Week — Week of February 16th , Dennis Mitchell accepting.
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Shimek Elementary students:
Nolan Case, Megan Missall, and Victoria Weckmann.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, 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: January 6 Work Session; January 10 Work Session; January 20 Work
Session; January 20 Regular Formal Official & Complete; January 26 Joint Meeting
Work Session.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action). Airport
Commission — December 15; Board of Adjustment — November 12; Charter Review
Commission — January 13; Housing and Community Development Commission —
November 20; Human Rights Commission — December 15; Planning and Zoning
Commission - December 18; Telecommunications Commission — November 24.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal:
Class C Liquor License for EI Ranchero Inc., dba EI Ranchero Mexican Restaurant,
21 Sturgis Corner Dr.; Class C Liquor License for Brothers of Iowa City, Inc., dba It's
Brothers Bar & Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Brothers of Iowa
City, Inc., dba It's Brothers Bar & Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St.; Class C Beer Permit for
Maria Gonzalez dba Acapulco Mexican Bakery #2, 1937 Keokuk St.; Class B Liquor
License for RBD Iowa City LLC., dba Sheraton Iowa City, 210 S. Dubuque St.;
Outdoor Service Area for RBD Iowa City LLC., dba Sheraton Iowa City, 210 S.
Dubuque St.; RES. 15-21, to ISSUE DANCING PERMIT to Brothers of Iowa City,
Inc., dba It's Brothers Bar & Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St. and RBD Iowa City LLC., aba
Sheraton Iowa City, 210 S. Dubuque St.; Class E Liquor License for Hy -Vee, Inc.,
dba Hy -Vee Food & Drugstore #1 & Regal Liquor, 1720 Waterfront Dr.; Class E
Liquor License for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee #3, 1201 N. Dodge; Class C Liquor
License for Kmarcella Inc., dba Donnelly's Pub, 110 E. College St.; Refund an
unused portion of a Class C Liquor License for I.C.B.B. LTD., dba Brown Bottle, 115
E. Washington St.; Special Class C Liquor License for Korean Barbeque Restaurant,
dba Onnuri Restaurant, 624 S. Gilbert St.; Ownership Change: Class C Liquor
License for Corridor Entertainment LC., dba Studio 13 13 S. Linn St. New: Special
Class C Liquor License for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Club Room, 1720 Waterfront
Dr.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 15-22, REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 06-46
AND ADOPTING A NEW PERMIT SYSTEM FOR SOLID WASTE CONTAINERS IN
THE DOWNTOWN ALLEYS INCLUDING PROVISIONS FOR APPLICATION,
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DURATION, INSPECTION, SUSPENSION, REVOCATION, REMOVAL, FEES, AND
INSURANCE. RES. 15-23, AWARDING CONTRACT to Hometown Plumbing &
Heating for $ 224,139.20 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE WADE
STREET WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT; RES. 15-24, APPROVING
THE RELEASE OF A TRAIL EASEMENT ON LOT 194 OF GALWAY HILLS, PART
10, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 15-25, AMENDING THE BUDGETED POSITIONS IN
THE ACCOUNTING DIVISION OF THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT BY REPLACING
THE BUDGETED TEMPORARY STAFF WAGES WITH A PERMANENT .6 FTE
GRANT ACCOUNTANT POSITION, GRADE 13; RES. 15-26, AMENDING THE
BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
DIVISION OF THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT BY REDUCING THE SENIOR
SYSTEMS ENGINEER POSITION WAGES FROM GRADE 30 TO GRADE 29 ON
THE ADMINISTRATIVE/CONFIDENTIAL PAYPLAN; RES. 15-27, AUTHORIZING
THE RENEWAL OF THE CONTRACT FOR JANITORIAL SERVICES WITH
ABM JANITORIAL SERVICES; RES. 15-28, REGARDING CONDITIONS OF
JOHNSON COUNTY'S DEDICATION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY ALONG SLOTHOWER
ROAD FOR THE EXTENSION OF THE CITY'S WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM;
RES. 15-29, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO
SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AMENDMENT #3 TO THE JANUARY
25, 2011 AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND H.R.
GREEN TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE
ROCKY SHORE LIFT STATION AND FLOOD GATE PROJECT; RES. 15-30,
ADOPTING THE IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY'S HOUSING CHOICE
VOUCHER (HCV) ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 15-31, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR
FEBRUARY 23, 2015, ON A PROPOSAL TO CONVEY A SINGLE FAMILY HOME
LOCATED AT 601 SOUTH GOVERNOR STREET; RES. 15-32, SETTING A
PUBLIC HEARING ON FEBRUARY 23, 2015 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
OF THE FIRST AVENUE GRADE SEPARATION PROJECT [STP -U-3715(636)--70-
52], DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND
DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR
PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 15-33, DETERMINING THE NECESSITY OF AND
SETTING DATES OF A CONSULTATION (FEBRUARY 20, 2015) AND PUBLIC
HEARING (MARCH 9, 2015) ON A PROPOSED AMENDMENT NO. 13 TO THE
CITY -UNIVERSITY PROJECT I URBAN RENEWAL PLAN IN THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, IOWA; Set a public hearing for April 7, 2015, for the Iowa City Housing
Authority's 5 -year and Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2015 and directing City Clerk to
publish notice of said hearing.
Correspondence: Jerry Bokassa regarding Copy of email to President Obama re
Police Procedures; Zach Popham regarding Homeless newspaper [staff response
included]; Bryon Young regarding Cable - It's All About Choices! [staff response
included]; Human Rights Commission Chair regarding Support for affordable
housing; Steve Radosevich regarding Carver Street [staff response included];
Charles Simpson regarding Street snow removal Chamberlain Dr. [staff response
included]; Sandra McQuillen regarding Cedar Rapids ash bore plan; Traffic
Engineering Planner regarding Installation of YIELD sign on Whispering Prairie
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Avenue at the intersection with Whispering Meadow Drive; Traffic Engineering
Planner regarding Installation of YIELD signs on Blazing Star Drive at the
intersection with Whispering Meadow Drive; Traffic Engineering Planner regarding
Installation of YIELD signs on Camden Road at the intersection with Kenneth Drive.
Council Member Throgmorton noted the setting of a public hearing on amending the
downtown urban renewal area for March 9; and stated he would support setting the
hearing but was skeptical on the need for assistance.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to designate properties located at 608 and
610 S. Dubuque Street as local Historic Landmarks (REZ14-00024). The Mayor
requested Council Member report any ex parte communications and none were
reported. Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point. The
following individuals appeared: Ginalie Swaim, 1024 Woodlawn, Historic Preservation
Chair; Janice Fry, 922 N. Dodge St.; Thomas Baldridge, 915 Orchard St. #16; Bob
Elliott, 1108 Dover St.; Jan Allen; Mark McCallum, 113 S. Johnson St.; Adil Adams,
American Taxi; Kevin Digman; Ted Pacha, property owner; Eva Adderley, 114 N.
Governor St.; Alicia Trimble, Ex. Dir. Friends of Historic Preservation; Jim McCarragher,
atty. for Theo Resources (property owner); Dave Moorice, 1304 E. Bloomington St.;
Mary Jo Dane, 1304 E. Bloomington St.; Nancy Carlson; Airiane Parks-Pooret, 1029 Y2
E. Market St.; Kirsten Frey, atty. rep. group of developers; Sarah Clark, Brown St.;
Joseph Pettit, 4009 Laredo Dr.; and Mary Bennett, 1107 Muscatine Ave. Moved by
Dobyns, seconded by Botchway, to accept correspondence from Lindsay Alan Park,
Neo McAdams, Tom Smith, Marybeth Slonneger, Johanna Crawford, Karen Kubby, T.J.
Brandt.
Moved by Throgmorton, seconded by Payne, that the ordinance to designate
properties located at 608 and 610 S. Dubuque Street as local Historic Landmarks
(REZ14-00024), be given first vote. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
The Mayor declared the ordinance failed, 3/4, with the following division of roll call vote.
Ayes: Dobyns, Throgmorton, Botchway. Nays: Dickens, Hayek, Mims, Payne.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally rezoning 21.24 acres of
property for a Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family Residential
(OPD/RS12) Zone to allow 72 multi -family dwelling units located south of Paddock
Circle and west of Heinz Road (REZ14-00010). The Mayor requested Council Member
report any ex parte communications and none were reported. Development Services
Coordinator Yapp presented a power point. Steve Gordon, representing the developer
appeared.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance conditionally rezoning
21.24 acres of property for a Planned Development Overlay/High Density Single Family
Residential (OPD/RS12) Zone to allow 72 multi -family dwelling units located south of
Paddock Circle and west of Heinz Road (REZ14-00010), be given first vote.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning 34.21 acres of property from
Interim Development Research Park (ID -RP) Zone to Commercial Office (CO -1) Zone
located north of Northgate Drive (REZ14-00023). The Mayor requested Council Member
report any ex parte communications and none were reported. Development Services
Coordinator Yapp presented a power point. Individual Council Members expressed
their views. Joe Hughes, representing Southgate Development, appeared.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance rezoning 34.21 acres of
property from Interim Development Research Park (ID -RP) Zone to Commercial Office
(CO -1) Zone located north of Northgate Drive (REZ14-00023), be given first vote.
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Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that ORD. 15-4607, REZONING
APPROXIMATELY 1.1 ACRES LOCATED AT 965 SLOTHOWER ROAD FROM
COUNTY AGRICULTURE (A) ZONE TO RURAL RESIDENTIAL (RR -1) (REZ14-
00022), be passed and adopted.
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 936 East Bloomington Street.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 15-34, AUTHORIZING
CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 936 EAST
BLOOMINGTON STREET.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2015 Landfill Gas Flare
Replacement 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.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Payne, to adopt RES. 15-35, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2015 LANDFILL GAS FLARE REPLACEMENT 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.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that ORD. 15-4608, AMENDING TITLE 5,
ENTITLED "BUSINESS AND LICENSE REGULATIONS," CHAPTER 2, ENTITLED
"TAXICABS," IS AMENDED TO PROVIDE FOR THE REGULATION OF RIDE SHARING
SERVICES OPERATING VIA A WEB BASED APPLICATION SYSTEM, TO REQUIRE
THE CITY TO ISSUE IDENTIFICATION CARDS, TO ELIMINATE THE EXCEPTION
FOR DISPATCHING FROM A LOCATION OTHER THAN THE OFFICE FROM
MIDNIGHT TO 6:00 AM, TO REQUIRE COLOR SCHEMES, TO REVISE THE
DEFINITION OF DESTINATION RATES, AND TO REGULATE SHARED RIDES, be
passed and adopted. Adm. Analyst Andrew present for discussion. Individual Council
Members expressed their views. Moved by Throgmorton, seconded by Botchway, to
accept correspondence from: Bob Long, Joe Lee, Nathan Kron, Eric Shaffer, Todd
Hermansen, Mark Renshaw, Pamela Overton, Bridget Waack, Vikram Kumar, Sung Kim,
Katie Bianchi, Allie Rapp, David Ryan, Dennis Keitel, Mark DeMeulenaere, Greg Grenier,
Zachary Harris, Shantalle Alam, Aijuan Xie, Michael Parrott, Andy Moore, Aeen Asghar,
Connor Gifford, Stephen Sengbusch, Karen Parrott, Nancy Strauss Kelly, Brian Bowers,
Adam Crum, Kelsey Boehm, J. Scott Edwards, Alissa K., Tiffany Katz, Ursula Diehl,
James Matveyuk, Mike Speer, Adam Nelson, Joshua Buck, Liz Hamilton, Bob, Vertz,
Kaley Lain, Nic Capdevila, Heather Groh, Pooja Chitgopeker, Evan Diehl, Omar Bin
Salamah, Tony Mayer, Rick Erns, Danielle Goodman, Justin Sherman, Jeff Giese, Matt
Triplett, Dani Sweeney, Mike Smelliek Jeremy Ellis, Ellen Gardner, Ajoe John, Tara
Wachendorf, Adam Price, Colleen Russo, Avaro Davalos, Germa Ketema, Ben Stecker,
Kate Carroll, Robert Taylor, Wern Blizzard, R. Grove, Dan Christensen, Jay Olberding,
Alan Light, Barb Mayberry, Sara Ealy, Mark Jonak, Tim Garbett, Don and Amy
Baumgartner, Mary Maxwell, Wes Gade, Delia Smith, Priscilla Jacobsen, Nan Tassanai,
Jessica Mondragon, Adam Hoffard, Nicholette Johnson, Quentin Hill, Lucy Singer, Gary
Silver, Amy Zshiesche, Jason Hagedorn, Sarah McGuire, Pierre Buffard, Gretchen
Bachrodt, Abrcr, Timothy Crow, Elyse Kamps, Scott Groh, David Birely, David Killion,
Alexa Sarachan, John McCullough, Jose Valencia, Jamie Margolin, Yossarian Lives, Tom
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Burnette, Richard Hoover, Jeanne Melick, Tim Von Fosson, Dwight Schumm, Laura
Bonefeld, Sidot Shipley, Ryan Dusil, Pooneet Kant [Staff response included]; Carla
Jacobs.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, that the ordinance amending Title 5, entitled
"Business and License Regulations," Chapter 2, entitled "Taxicabs," Section 4, entitled
"Driver Requirements," to revise the provision on shared rides, be given first vote.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-36, RESCINDING
RESOLUTION NO. 13-42 AND SETTING FEES WITH RESPECT TO THE
ADMINISTRATION OF REGULATIONS FOR NETWORK AND METERED TAXICABS,
AND ESTABLISHING A NEW FEE FOR DRIVER PHOTO IDENTIFICATION CARDS.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to appoint Bob Lamkins, 1266 Prairie Grass
Lane, to the Housing & Community Development Commission for an unexpired term
effective upon appointment — September 1, 2016.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies to Boards and Commissions:
Historic Preservation Commission for an At Large representative to fill three-year term,
March 29, 2015 — March 29, 2018; Telecommunications Commission for two vacancies,
to fill three-year term, March 13, 2015 — March 13, 2018. Applications must be received
by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 18, 2015; Airport Zoning Brd. of Adjustment for a
five- year term January 1, 2014 — December 31, 2018 (Formerly advertised; Full term);
Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment for a five-year term January 1, 2012 - December 31,
2016. (Formerly advertised; Full term); Appeals, Board of for a five-year term January
1, 2014 - December 31, 2018 (Formerly advertised; Full term); Historic Preservation
Commission for a Jefferson St. representative to fill three-year terms, March 29, 2013 —
March 29, 2016 (New District formed). Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m.,
Wednesday, March 4, 2015.
The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Planning and Zoning Commission for two
vacancies for five-year terms, May 1, 2015 — May 1, 2020. Applications must be
received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 18, 2015. 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 Payne reported a story shared from a fellow worker where Police
and Fire responded to a fire call where the smoke alarm was going off and discovered
the alarm battery was low and needed replacement; and reported that the Police went
to a convenience store and brought a new battery. Council Member Payne stated it
was a very people friendly thing to do.
Council Member Dickens noted the snow was melting but reminded everyone to
help keep the sidewalks and handicapped areas clear of snow; and announced Top
Chef tickets are on sale for the annual event.
Council Member Botchway referenced a recent article on the Press -Citizen involving
the Police Department and the Kappa Kids and the good work the Police and the
organization does for kids.
Mayor Hayek echoed comments made regarding clearing downtown sidewalks of ice
and snow.
City Manager Markus reported that this was City Manager intern Alec Bramel's last
meeting and wished him well.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Botchway, to adjourn to work session at 9:25 p.m.
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Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk