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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
JUNE 2, 2015
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Dickens (electronically), Dobyns,
Hayek, Mims, Payne, Throgmorton. Absent: None. Staff members present: Markus,
Fruin, Dilkes, Karr, Yapp, Boothroy, Hart, O'Brien, Hightshoe, Moran, Knoche, Andrew.
Mayor Hayek announced that the Helling Conference Room across the lobby would
be available for the overflow and live broadcasting of the meeting would be available;
reminded individuals to not block entrances or exits due to the Fire Code; and state
Council Member Dickens would be participating electronically.
The Mayor proclaimed: Childhood Cancer Awareness Week — June 7-13; Pride
Month — June, Iowa City Pride representative Jason Zenian accepting.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Botchway, 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: May 19 Work Session; May 19 Formal Official & Complete; May 28, Formal
Official & Complete; June 1, 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
Appeals — March 24, 2014; Historic Preservation Commission— April 9; Human
Rights Commission— April 21; Parks and Recreation Commission — April 8; Senior
Center Commission — March 19.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for 1440 LLC., dba Eden Lounge, 217 Iowa
Ave.; Class C Liquor License for GFP Inc., dba Wig and Pen Pizza Pub, 1220
Highway 6 West; Class C Liquor License for ARAMARK SERVICES, INC., dba
ARAMARK @ ACT, 500 ACT Dr.; Class C Beer Permit for EI Paso Tienda y
Taqueria Inc., dba EI Paso the Mexican Store, 609 Hollywood Blvd.; Class E Liquor
License for John's Grocery, Inc., dba John's Grocery, Inc., 401 E. Market St.;
Outdoor Service Area for Bandits, LLC., dba El Bandito's, 327 Market St.; Outdoor
Service Area for Andy Diep Northside Bistro, Inc., dba Northside Bistro, 203 N. Linn
St.; Outdoor Service Area for Linn Street Cafe Inc., dba Linn Street Cafe, 121 N.
Linn St.; Outdoor Service Area for Chackalackal, Inc., dba One Twenty Six, 126
Washington St.; Ownership Change; Class E Liquor License for John's Grocery,
Inc., dba John's Grocery, Inc., 401 E. Market St.; New: Special Class C Liquor
License for Poza Rica Inc., dba Cactus Mexican Grill, 245 S. Gilbert St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 15-172, APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN SELF -SUPPORTED
MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT TO ALLOW THE TEMPORARY AND
LIMITED SALE, CONSUMPTION, AND POSSESSION OF ALCOHOL ON S.
DUBUQUE STREET DURING "100 MEN AND WOMEN WHO CARE EVENT"; RES.
15-173, AWARDING CONTRACT to Vector Construction, Inc. for $440,250.00 AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY PARKING GARAGE
MAINTENANCE 2015 PROJECT; RES. 15-15-174, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR
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THE CITY HALL NORTH COURT HVAC REPLACEMENT PROJECT 2014; RES.
15-175, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE FAIRMEADOWS PARK PUBLIC
RESTROOM BUILDING PROJECT; RES. 15-176, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
AN AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE NOVEMBER 18, 2010 AGREEMENT BY AND
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND HNTB CORPORATION OF KANSAS
CITY, MO TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE
IOWA CITY GATEWAY PROJECT; RES. 15-177, APPROVING A MEMORANDUM
OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA
REGARDING THE 2015 INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS DISPLAY; RES. 15-
178, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
THE FY2016 AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE CITY
OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS FOR THE PROVISION OF TRANSIT SERVICE
WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS; RES. 15-179, IN
SUPPORT OF THE APPLICATION OF ICCH, LLC FOR WORKFORCE HOUSING
TAX INCENTIVES PROGRAM FROM THE IOWA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY TO CONSTRUCT RESIDENTIAL HOUSING UNITS ON THE 900 -
BLOCK OF MILLER AVENUE AND COMMITTING LOCAL FUNDS TO THE
PROJECT; RES. 15-180, APPROVING FINAL PLAT OF PLEIADES FIRST
ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 15-181, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ATTEST,
RESPECTIVELY, A MASTER AGREEMENT FOR SHARED USE PROJECTS
BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE STATE OF IOWA'S IOWA COMMUNICATIONS
NETWORK; RES. 15-182, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY AND JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA FOR THE APPLICATION AND
ADMINISTRATION OF ANY AWARDED EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE
ASSISTANCE GRANT (JAG) PROGRAM AWARDS; Letter recommending
approval of county rezoning of 28.04 acres of land located at 3022 Newport Road
NE from A- Agricultural to R- Residential and R3 -Residential (CZ15-00001); RES.
15-183, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE STORM SEWER AND SANITARY
SEWER PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR WALDEN WOOD PART 10, AND
DECLARING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE;
RES. 15-184, ADOPTING IOWA CITY'S FY15 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
AMENDMENT #1, WHICH IS A SUB -PART OF IOWA CITY'S 2016-2020
CONSOLIDATED PLAN (CITY STEPS), AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
SUBMIT SAID PLAN AND ALL NECESSARY CERTIFICATIONS TO THE U.S.
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT.
Setting Public Hearings: Set a public hearing for June 16, 2015 on an ordinance
conditionally rezoning 7.8 acres of land located on the west side of Miller Avenue
south of Benton Street from Medium Density Single Family (RS -8) to Planned
Development Overlay/Medium Density Single Family Residential (OPD -8) Zone
(REZ13-00010); Setting a public hearing for June 16, 2015 on an ordinance
conditionally rezoning 0.41 acres of land located at 705 and 709 S. Clinton Street
from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) Zone to Riverfront Crossings — Central Crossings
(RFC -CX) Zone (REZ15-00008); RES. 15-185, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON
JUNE 16, 2015 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE WILLOW CREEK / KIWANIS PARK RENOVATION
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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. 15-186, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE
16, 2015 REGARDING THE INTENT TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT
WITH PHOENIX CHILDREN'S ACADEMY, INC. FOR LEASE OF COURT STREET
TRANSPORTATION CENTER SPACE; Setting a public hearing for June 16, 2015
to receive public comments regarding ordinances adopting the 2015 editions of the
International Building Code, International Residential Code, and International Fire
Code, and adopting Sections 103.6(1)(A) (the Iowa State Electrical Code)
and105.4(1)(A) (the Iowa State Plumbing Code and the Iowa State Mechanical
Code) of the Code of Iowa. RES. 15-187, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE
16, 2015, ON A PROPOSAL TO CONVEY A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT
725 EAST DAVENPORT STREET.
Correspondence: Michael McIntyre regarding Iowa City Recycling [Staff
response included]; Jerry Moore regarding Widening the sidewalk near the Mill;
Mary New regarding City Park Pool Passes [Staff response included]; Douglas
Beardsley regarding Regulation of Electronic Cigarettes; Jim Cochran regarding
Iowa City Code 9-8-1 (two abreast bicycle riding) [Staff response included]; Traffic
Engineering Planner - Installation of (1) STOP sign on the northwest corner of the
intersection of Muscatine Avenue and Eastbrook Street; David Robertson, David
Freeman regarding Wetherby Park Safety.
Mayor Hayek noted that item 3d(14), CDBG / HOME amendment for housing projects
was on the Consent Calendar and individuals wishing to comment on the projects
should step forward. Council Member Throgmorton noted the setting of two public
hearings.
Adil Adams, American Taxi, appeared regarding financial assistance for his taxi
business.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 14: Zoning to create an
exemption from the floor area ratio limitation and establish new height standards for
hospitals located in the Commercial Office (CO -1) Zone (REZ15-00009). Development
Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point. Moved by Dobyns, seconded by
Throgmorton, to continue public hearing and first vote on an ordinance amending Title
14: Zoning to create an exemption from the floor area ratio limitation and establish new
height standards for hospitals located in the Commercial Office (CO -1) Zone (REZ15-
00009) until after Item 5b on the agenda, and provide staff time to research a question
related to building facades being stepped back at the third story or above the third story.
Council Member Payne on file stating a conflict of interest on all items related to the
rezoning and development of the northeast corner of College and Gilbert Streets and
absent for rest of the meeting.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 0.62
acres of property located at the northeast comer of College Street and Gilbert Street, from
Public (P-1) and Central Business Support (CB -5) to Central Business District (CB -10).
(REZ15-00006). Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point.
The following individuals appeared: Rebecca Neades, 3341 Rohret Rd., Iowa City Area
Chamber of Commerce; Donna Sorensen, 59 Acorn Ct.; Carol Mardis; Roger Knight,
Jr., 320 E. Washington St.; Roberta Payne, 768 Westside Dr.; Martin Isokovich, 221 E.
College St.; Kate Moreland, 914 Honeysuckle Dr., Iowa City Area Development Group;
Dan Cilek, Oakland Ave., META Communications; Rockne Cole, 1607 E. Court St.; Ada
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Cassell; Linda Farkas, Ed Farkas; Kathy Cochran, 2665 Triple Crown Lane; Ann
Christenson, 827 Dearborn St.; Lauren Lyon, Rector Trinity Episcopal Church; Ann
Holton, Trinity Episcopal Church; Mary Gravitt, 2714 Wayne Ave., presented an excerpt
from the May 19 Council meeting; Phil Niles, 201 E. Washington St.; Adil Adams; Sam
Tulls, 451 Churchill Dr., President Local 1206 Carpenter's Union; Cecile Kuenzli, Jim
Mondanaro, Bread Garden Market; Bill Gerhard, President Iowa State Building Trades.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims, to accept correspondence from Frank Williams
II, Nancy Adams -Cogan, Tim Weitzel, Fred Ruppert, Brad Mowrey, Connie Dobbins,
Joseph Pettit, Dan Swenson, Bruce Haupert.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to authorize the Mayor to sign and the City
Clerk to attest the Conditional Zoning Agreement (CZA).
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Mims, that the ordinance rezoning approximately
0.62 acres of property located at the northeast comer of College Street and Gilbert Street,
from Public (P-1) and Central Business Support (CB -5) to Central Business District (CB -
10). (REZ15-00006), be given first vote. Individual Council Members expressed their
views. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 4/2/1, with the following division of roll call
vote: Ayes: Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims. Nays: Throgmorton, Botchway. Abstaining:
Payne.
Council returned to item 5a. A public hearing was continued on an ordinance
amending Title 14: Zoning to create an exemption from the floor area ratio limitation and
establish new height standards for hospitals located in the Commercial Office (CO -1)
Zone (REZ15-00009). Development Services Coordinator Yapp clarified the building
facade setback.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that the ordinance amending Title 14:
Zoning to create an exemption from the floor area ratio limitation and establish new
height standards for hospitals located in the Commercial Office (CO -1) Zone(REZ15-
00009), be given first vote. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/11/1, with the
following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Dobyns, Hayek, Mims, Dickens, Botchway.
Nays: Throgmorton. Absent: Payne.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance vacating portions of public alley right-of-
way located in Block 43, City of Iowa City (VAC15-00001). Development services
Coordinator Yapp presented a power point,
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that the ordinance vacating portions of
public alley right-of-way located in Block 43, City of Iowa City (VAC15-00001), be given
first vote. Council Member Throgmorton stated he made a mistake voting against the
previous item, zoning amendment for hospitals, and would correct it on future votes. Jim
Knapp appeared. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/1/1, with the following
division of roll call vote: Ayes: Hayek, Mims, Botchway, Dickens, Dobyns. Nays:
Throgmorton. Abstaining: Payne.
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. 15-4622, CONDITIONALLY REZONING 3.34 ACRES OF
PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF COURT STREET, WEST OF TAFT AVENUE
FROM NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL (CN -1) TO LOW DENSITY MULTI -FAMILY
(RM -12). (REZ15-00005) 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 Botchway, that the ordinance be finally
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adopted at this time. Correspondence from John Moreland requesting expedited action
noted.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-188, APPROVING THE
PRELIMINARY PLAT OF WINDMILL HEIGHTS, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Development
Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Fiber Infrastructure - Iowa City
South Part 1 - Duct Installation Project, establishing amount of bid security to
accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to publish notice to bidders, and fixing time
and place for receipt of bids. No one appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-189, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE FIBER INFRASTRUCTURE - IOWA CITY SOUTH
PART 1 - DUCT INSTALLATION 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 Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-190, ADOPTING AN
ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE OF UNPAID MOWING, CLEAN-UP OF PROPERTY,
SNOW REMOVAL, SIDEWALK REPAIR, AND STOP BOX REPAIR CHARGES AND
DIRECTING THE CLERK TO CERTIFY THE SAME TO THE JOHNSON COUNTY
TREASURER FOR COLLECTION IN THE SAME MANNER AS PROPERTY TAXES.
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. 15-4623, AMENDING CITY CODE TITLE 1, ENTITLED
"ADMINISTRATION," CHAPTER 5, ENTITLED "MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL," TO
CHANGE THE REVIEW PROCESS FOR CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND THE
MAYOR, 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 Throgmorton, that the ordinance amending Title 8,
Police Regulations, Chapter 8, Citizens Police Review Board, to rename the board to
Community Police Review Board and remove or replace the word "Citizen" in
accordance with recent changes to the City Charter, be given first vote.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies to Boards and Commissions:
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, June 10, 2015;
Citizens' Police Review Board for a four-year term, September 1, 2015 — September 1,
2019; Housing and Community Development Commission for three vacancies to fill
three-year terms September 1, 2015 — September 1, 2018.
The Mayor announced the current vacancy: Parks and Recreation Commission — for
an unexpired term, upon appointment — January 1, 2018. Applications must be
received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 22, 2015. Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City
and be 18 years of age unless specific qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish
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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.]
Mayor Pro tem Mims announced Party in the Park, Thursday, June 4 at Kiwannis
Park; and Arts Fest running Friday through Sunday in downtown Iowa City.
Council Member Throgmorton reported on two events held May 28th. The summer
kickoff at Wetherby Park and the second the Burr Oak Land trust Celebration honoring
Nancy Siberling at the Ashton House.
Council Member Botchway urged person to visit his Twitter account at kbforcouncil
and see over 30 festival and events being held in Iowa City and get updates on various
City projects.
Mayor Hayek congratulated students and teachers on the last day of classes in the
Iowa City School District; and wished everyone a safe and fun summer.
City Manager Markus commended on design of the Ned Ashton house; reported that
the two Fellows visiting in Iowa City over the past month were off to Washington D.C.;
and reported that he and his were once again "empty nesters". Council Member
thanked City Manager Markus for hosting the two Fellows.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adjourn meeting at 9:01 p.m.
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MEMORANDUM
Date: May 27, 2015
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, May 19, 2015, 5:25 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Botchway, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims, Payne, Throgmorton
UISG: Neal
Staff: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, Voparil, Yapp, Morris, Boothroy, Moran, O'Brien, Knoche
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 3d(7) - Unite Private Networks License Agreement ... streets
and public rights-of-way .. fiber optic network) Public Works Dir. Knoche responded to
questions.
2. (Agenda item # 5c and # 5d — rezoning ... and vacating an alley on Block 43 ...
[Chauncey]) Majority of Council expressed a desire .to discuss the scheduling option
presented by staff at the end of the hearing at the formal meeting to allow people in the
audience and watching at home to hear the discussion and the schedule decided upon.
3. (Consent Calendar item # 3d(3) - East Harrison Street Reconstruction... ) Deputy City
Clerk Voparil noted the revised comment.
4. ((Consent Calendar item # 3e(2) - setting public hearing ... fiber infrastructure) Mayor
Hayek noted the addition of a late agenda item.
5. (Consent Calendar item # 3d(1) — ... UISG Appointment ...alternate liaison) Mayor
Hayek welcomed the new Student Senate liaison Jacob Simpson. Mr. Simpson
introduced himself.
INFORMATION PACKET DISCUSSION fMay 7,141
May 7
1. (IP2 - ... article... When Cities and Suburbs Work Together; and IP3 — Guiding
Principles — Greater Omaha Economic Development Partnership ) Mayor Pro tem Mims
acknowledged the materials from the City Manager. In response to Council Member
Throgmorton, Asst. City Manager Fruin stated it was his understanding that the Guiding
Principles agreement was signed by the eight -county region and it was unclear whether
each City had their own agreement but that all economic development projects are
funneled through this system. Mayor Pro Tem Mims noted that Omaha does not have a
economic development organization separate from the Chamber, with various counties
and cities joining and paying the wages and benefits to a staff housed with the Chamber.
May 14
1. (IP5 — ... Diversity Implementation Update and Status on Racial Equity and Diversity
Initiative) Council Member Throgmorton complimented the document and applauded the
effort to make the diversity implementation form more user friendly. Individual Council
Members echoed remarks and urged more widespread accessibility to the document,
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including press coverage and social media. Asst. City Manager Fruin also noted the
launching of a new website in June.
2. (IP4 — Pending City Council Work Session Topics) In response to Council Member
Payne, Asst. City Manager Fruin stated that Affordable Housing was discussed by
Council and staff provided direction. Typically the list does not reflect items previously
discussed and coming back to Council. The order of the current pending lists did not
reflect priority ranking of items provided to the City Clerk.
3. (IP9 — ... Board of Adjustment ... April 8 minutes) Council Member Throgmorton noted
that the phase "green space" was used in the minutes and suggested using "potential life
space" or "habitat for diverse species". Individual Council Members indicated that "green
space" was a generic term and broadly interpreted.
COUNCIL TIME / PENDING WORK SESSIONS TOPICS [IP4 Info Packet of 5/14]
1. Council Member Botchway noted that on page 141 of the agenda packet minutes
stopped mid -sentence at the bottom of the page and wondered if something was
missing. Mayor Pro tem Mims replied that excerpts of the minutes dealing with a
specific agenda subject are included for background purposes.
2. Mayor Hayek reported that during a listening post session someone brought up permits
for on -street parking in area near downtown; noting the pressure for parking in that area
from commuters and the possibility of expansion of meters or some sort of zone or
permit structure. Council Member Botchway also shared comments received regarding
the "No Parking" signs downtown between 2:00 and 6:00 AM, and individuals would like
to leave their cars and take a taxi home. Staff will provide a memo.- -
3. Council Member Botchway commended staff for the ease in communications between
Council and staff. Mayor Hayek echoed comments and added that the City Council and
staff communications is marked with civility that you don't always see in local
governments.
4. Council Member Throgmorton reported the attended the ground breaking for the North
Liberty High School on May 12; and interacted with Supt. Murley and several School
Board Members.
5. In response to Council Member Payne, City Atty. Dilkes indicated that the June 9
tentative meeting was moved to June 8th
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS / COUNCIL INVITATIONS
1. Council Member Botchway noted EntreFest was coming up; and Arts Festival schedule
June 6-7.
2. Council Member Throgmorton reported he would be visiting Oakdale to hear the Prison
Community Choir.
Meeting adjourned 5:58 PM.
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS — 5/1915
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.
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Mark Twain Elementary
students: Molly Hippert, Rachel Livio, and Karla Nava.
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: May 5 Work Session; May 5 Formal Official & Complete,
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Airport
Commission— March 19; Airport Commission— April 7; Planning & Zoning
Commission — April 16, 2015.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal:
Class C Liquor License for Colonial Lanes, 2253 Highway 218 S.; Class C Liquor
License for Shakespeare's, 819 1St Ave S.; Class E Liquor License for New Pioneer
Food Co-op, 22 S. Van Buren St.; Class C Liquor License for Linn Street Cafe, Inc.,
121 North Linn St.; Class B Beer Permit for Pizza Hut #4358, 1926 Keokuk St.;
Class E Liquor License for Smokin' Joe's Tobacco And Liquor Outlet #18, 1901
Broadway St.; Class C Beer Permit for Suburban Amoco, 370 Scott Court; Class C
Beer Permit for Tobacco Outlet Plus #537, 923 S. Riverside Dr.; Class E Liquor
License for CVS/Pharmacy #8547, 2425 Muscatine Ave.; Outdoor Service Area for
The Vine Tavern & Eatery, 330 E. Prentiss St.; Outdoor Service Area for Quinton's
Bar & Deli, 215 Washington St.; Outdoor Service Area for Devotay, 117 N. Linn St.;
Outdoor Service Area for Share Wine Lounge & Small Plate Bistro, 210 S. Dubuque
St. New: Class B Beer Permit for Iowa Arts Festival, 100 Iowa Ave.; Class B Beer
Permit for Iowa City Jazz Festival, 16 N. Clinton St.; Class B Beer Permit for Iowa
City Soul Festival, 16 N. Clinton St.
Resolutions and Motions: Approving the appointment of Jacob Simpson as the
alternate City Council Liaison from the University of Iowa Student Government
(UISG) to the City Council until May 1, 2016; RES. 15-156, APPROVING FINAL
PLAT OF MACKINAW VILLAGE - PART SIX, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 15-157,
AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE EAST
HARRISON STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT; RES. 15-158, AWARDING
CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK
TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2015 LANDFILL
CHEMICAL STORAGE BUILDING REPLACEMENT PROJECT; RES. 15-159,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE ROBERT A. LEE RECREATION CENTER
FITNESS ENCLOSURE PROJECT; RES. 15-160, APPROVING THE RELEASE
OF AN ACCESS EASEMENT ON LOTS 6-10, NORTH AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT,
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IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 15-161, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY AND UNITE PRIVATE NETWORKS, LLC TO USE A PORTION OF CITY
STREETS AND PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY FOR THE INSTALLATION,
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF A FIBER OPTIC NETWORK; RES. 15-162,
APPROVING THE CITY COUNCIL AWARD DATE TO ACT UPON THE BIDS
RECEIVED FOR THE PARKING GARAGE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM 2015
PROJECT; RES. 15-163, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH PUBLIC ACCESS TELEVISION, INC.
FOR FUNDING, OPERATION, AND MANAGEMENT OF THE LOCAL PUBLIC
ACCESS FUNCTION; RES. 15-164, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY AND SUMMER OF THE ARTS, INC. TO ALLOW TEMPORARY AND
LIMITED SALE, CONSUMPTION, AND POSSESSION OF BEER AND NATIVE
WINE DURING ARTS FEST, JAZZ FEST, AND IOWA SOUL FESTIVAL WITHIN A
SPECIFIED AREA ON A CITY STREET.
Setting Public Hearings: Setting a public hearing for June 2 on an ordinance
amending Title 14: Zoning to create an exemption from the floor area ratio limitation
and establish new height standards for hospitals located in the Commercial Office
(CO -1) Zone; RES. 15-165, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON JUNE 2, 2015 ON
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE FIBER INFRASTRUCTURE - IOWA CITY
SOUTH PART 1 - DUCT INSTALLATION PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO
PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER
TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
Correspondence: Mike Colleran regarding Socioeconomic Integration / Equity
Plan; Dennis Befeler regarding Concern about Council Members Dobyns comments
at school listening post; Ann Stromquist regarding Talk on militarization of police and
mass incarceration — Tuesday, May 12; Maureen ArensdorF regarding Proposed
Resolution [Staff response included]; Cliff Pirnat regarding Buy outs [Staff response
included]; City Engr. regarding Competitive Quotation Results.
The Mayor noted the agenda addition of setting a public hearing for June 2 the fiber
infrastructure duct installation project.
Mary Gravitt, 2714 Wayne, appeared regarding SEATS and use of the Senior pass
by the Iowa City transit after 3:30. Becky Ross, 18 Valley View Knoll and Donna Rupe,
appeared representing 100 Grannies and requested Council consideration of a
resolution eliminating single use plastic bags by Earth Day, April 22, 2016.
A public hearing was held on a resolution amending the Southeast District Plan, an
element of the Comprehensive Plan, to change the land use designation from "Mixed
Use" to "Low/Medium Density mixed residential' for property located south of Court
Street, west of Taft Avenue (CPA15-00002 ). John Moreland, developer of the property,
appeared. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from John Garwood (2).
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-166, AMENDING THE SOUTHEAST
DISTRICT PLAN, AN ELEMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, TO CHANGE
THE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM "MIXED USE" TO "LOW / MEDIUM DENSITY
MIXED RESIDENTIAL" FOR PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF COURT STREET,
WEST OF TAFT AVENUE (CPA15-00002).
A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning approximately 3.34 acres of
property located south of Court street, west of Taft Avenue from Neighborhood
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Commercial (CN -1) to Low Density Multi -Family (RM -12) (REZ15-00005). The following
individuals appeared: John Moreland, developer of the property; and Brandon Ross.
Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from John Garwood (2).
Moved and seconded that the ordinance rezoning approximately 3.34 acres of
property located south of Court Street, west of Taft Avenue from Neighborhood
Commercial (CN -1) to Low Density Multi -Family (RM -12) (REZ15-00005), be given first
vote.
Council Member Payne stated she would be abstaining on the following items
related to the Chauncey project due to a conflict of interest, and left for the reminder of
the meeting. Council Member Throgmorton read a statement explaining he did not
have a conflict of interest. A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning
approximately 27,200 square feet of property located north of College Street, east of
Gilbert Street from Public (P-1) and Central Business Support (CB -5) to Central
Business District (CB -10) (REZ15-00006 - Chauncey). The following individuals
appeared: Steve Rohrbach, Rohrbach Associates; Jim Mondanaro, Bred Garden ki rk
Market owner, Mary Gravitt, 2714 Wayne; Bill G,erl President Iowa State Building Gerhard
and Construction Trades Council; Brandon Ross; David Ason; Joan Severson, co-
founder and president of Digital Artifacts; Nancy Quellhorst, President of the Iowa City
Area Chamber of Commerce; Josh Schamberger, President of the Iowa City and
Coralville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau; Ed and Linda Farkas, 221 E. College
St.; Dan Cilek, Meta Communications; Royce Peterson, Carpenters Union; Joseph
Pettit, 4009 Laredo Dr.; Rockne Cole, Co -Chair of the Iowa Coalition Against the
Shadow, and Trinity Church; Chris Warnock, 532 Center St., representing Trinity
Episcopal Church; Jim Knapp; Nancy Bind, 14 1/2 S. Clinton, Executive Dir. of the Iowa
City Downtown District; Ariane Parkes-Perret; Dick Summerwill; Mark Plum, 838 Dover
St.; Lauren Lyon, Coralville; Betsy McElroy, 343 Beldon Ave, Trinity Episcopal Church;
Susan Futrell (and speaking for Will Jennings), 311 Fairchild; Ann Holton, Trinity
Episcopal Church; :Laura Bergus, 2231 California Ave.; Gerhard Lowenberg, 221 E.
College St.; Ethan Diehl, 201 E. Washington St.; Henry Madden, 1018 Marcy; Andy
Brodie, 308 N. Linn St., co-founder of Film Scene; Tom Conroy, 1410 Foster Road;
Howard Horan, 1025 Fairchild St., Trinity Episcopal Church; Amanda Van Home, 1722
Ridgeway, Trinity Episcopal Church; Joe Tiefenthaler, Executive Director Film Scene;
Dianne Dillion Ridgley, Trinity Episcopal Church and a member of Grannies; Cecile
Kuenzll; John Rapson, Trinity Episcopal Church; George Etre, 221 E. College St.; Marc
Moen, developer, 221 E. College St.; Caroline Dieterle, 727 Walnut St.; Jim Walters,
1033 E. Washington St.; Linda Fisher, Coralville; and Brian Mildenstein. Moved and
seconded to continue the public hearing and defer first consideration of ordinance
rezoning approximately 27,200 square feet of property located north of College Street,
east of Gilbert Street from Public (P-1) and Central Business Support (CB -5) to Central
Business District (CB -10) (REZ15-00006) to June 2. Moved and seconded to accept
correspondence from Laura Christensen, Alison Ames Galstad, Gregory Cotton, Sam
Van Home, Gregory Cotton, Kris Johnson, Jim Knapp, Rockne Cole (2) [staff response
included], Mark Nolte, Tom Goedken, Ann and John Christenson, Mark and Eadie
Faucett Weaver, James Hams, Barbara Schlachter.
Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for June 2 on vacating the western 160
feet of the 20 -foot wide alley right of way in block 43, City of Iowa City (VAC15-00001-
Chauncey).
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Commercial (CN -1) to Low Density Multi -Family (RM -12) (REZ15-00005). The following
individuals appeared: John Moreland, developer of the property; and Brandon Ross.
Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from John Garwood (2).
Moved and seconded that the ordinance rezoning approximately 3.34 acres of
property located south of Court Street, west of Taft Avenue from Neighborhood
Commercial (CN -1) to Low Density Multi -Family (RM -12) (REZ15-00005), be giv first
vote.
Council Member Payne stated she would be abstaining on the following it s
related to the Chauncey project due to a conflict of interest, and left for the minder of
e meeting. Council Member Throgmorton read a statement explaining h did not
ha e a conflict of interest. A public hearing was held on an ordinance re ning
app ximately 27,200 square feet of property located north of College reet, east of
Gilbe treet from Public (P-1) and Central Business Support (CB -5) Central
Busines istrict (CB -10) (REZ15-00006 - Chauncey). The following ndividuals
appeared: eve Rohrbach, Rohrbach Associates; Jim Mondanaro Bred Garden
Market owner, ary Gravitt, 2714 Wayne; Bill Garhardt, Presiden owa State Building
and Constructio Trades Council; Brandon Ross; David Ason; J n Severson, co-
founder and presi t of Digital Artifacts; Nancy Quellhorst, Pre ident of the Iowa City
Area Chamber of Co merce; Josh Schamberger, President of he Iowa City and
Coralville Area Conven ' n and Visitors Bureau; Ed and Lind Farkas, 221 E. College
St.; Dan Cilek, Meta Com unications; Royce Peterson, Ca enters Union; Joseph
Pettit, 4009 Laredo Dr.; Roc a Cole, Co -Chair of the low Coalition Against the
Shadow, and Trinity Church; hris Warnock, 532 Cent St., representing Trinity
Episcopal Church; Jim Knapp; cy Bird, 14 1/2 S. Cli on, Executive Dir. of the Iowa
City Downtown District; Ariane Pa s-Perret; Dick S merwill; Mark Plum, 838 Dover
St.; Lauren Lyon, Coralville; Betsy M Troy, 343 Bel on Ave, Trinity Episcopal Church;
Susan Futrell (and speaking for Will Je ings), 31 Fairchild; Ann Holton, Trinity
Episcopal Church; :Laura Bergus, 2231 lifomi Ave.; Gerhard Lowenberg, 221 E.
College St.; Ethan Diehl, 201 E. Washingt .; Henry Madden, 1018 Marcy; Andy
Brodie, 308 N. Linn St., co-founder of Film S ne; Tom Conroy, 1410 Foster Road;
Howard Horan, 1025 Fairchild St., Trinity E i al Church; Amanda Van Home, 1722
Ridgeway, Trinity Episcopal Church; Joe iefent ler, Executive Director Film Scene;
Dianne Dillion Ridgley, Trinity Episco Church a a member of Grannies; Cecile
Kuenzli; John Rapson, Trinity Episco I Church; G e Etre, 221 E. College St.; Marc
Moen, developer, 221 E. College St Caroline Dieterle, 7 Walnut St.; Jim Walters,
1033 E. Washington St.; Linda Fis r, Coralville; and Bria ildenstein. Moved and
seconded to continue the public earing and defer first consi ration of ordinance
rezoning approximately 27,2 square feet of property located rth of College Street,
east of Gilbert Street from blic (P-1) and Central Business Sup rt (CB -5) to Central
Business District (CB -10 REZ15-00006) to June 2. Moved and se nded to accept
correspondence from aura Christensen, Alison Ames Galstad, Grego Cotton, Sam
Van Home, Grego otton, Kris Johnson, Jim Knapp, Rockne Cole (2) [staff response
included], Mark N e, Tom Goedken, Ann and John Christenson, Mark and Eadie
Faucett Weaver James Hams, Barbara Schlachter.
Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for June 2 on vacating the western 160
feet of the 20 -foot wide alley right of way in block 43, City of Iowa City (VAC15-00001-
Chauncey).
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Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-167, APPROVING A PRELIMINARY PLAT
FOR PLEIADES FIRST ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted, 5/0/1, Payne absent, Dickens abstaining.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2015 Highland Avenue Water
Main Replacement Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and
directing the City Engineer to place said plans on file for public inspection.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-168, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2015 HIGHLAND AVENUE WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT
PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND
DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC
INSPECTION.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving a concession agreement with
Fin & Feather H2O LLC for the provision of recreational rental equipment and food
services at Terry Trueblood Recreation Area. .
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-169, APPROVING A CONCESSION
AGREEMENT WITH FIN & FEATHER H2O LLC FOR THE PROVISION OF
RECREATIONAL RENTAL EQUIPMENT AND FOOD SERVICES AT TERRY
TRUEBLOOD RECREATION AREA.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending City Code Title 1, entitled
"Administration," Chapter 5, entitled "Mayor and City Council," to change the review
process for City Council members and the Mayor, be given first vote. I
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. 15-4620, AMENDING TITLE 1, ENTITLED
"ADMINISTRATION," CHAPTER 4, ENTITLED "GENERAL PENALTY," AND TITLE 8,
ENTITLED "POLICE REGULATIONS," CHAPTER 5, ENTITLED "MISCELLANEOUS
OFFENSES," TO ELIMINATE THE DEFAULT PENALTY OF JAIL TIME FOR
UNSCHEDULED SIMPLE MISDEMEANORS AND ESTABLISH THE PENALTY FOR
INDECENT EXPOSURE, be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved and
seconded that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Moved and seconded that ORD. 15-4621, AMENDING THE IOWA CITY CHARTER
PREAMBLE, AND ARTICLE 11 (CITY COUNCIL) SECTION 2.06 (MAYOR), ARTICLE III
(NOMINATION, PRIMARY ELECTION AND REGULAR ELECTION) SECTION 3.01
(NOMINATION), ARTICLE IV (CITY MANAGER) SECTION 4.02 (ACCOUNTABILITY;
REMOVAL), ARTICLE V (BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES), SECTION
5.01 (ESTABLISHMENT) AND SECTION 5.02 (APPOINTMENT; REMOVAL), ARTICLE
VI (CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS AND EXPENDITURES) SECTION 6.03
(DEFINITION) AND ARTICLE VII (INITIATIVE AND REFERENDUM) AS
RECOMMENDED BY THE CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION, be passed and adopted.
The Mayor announced the following vacancies: 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, June 10, 2015.
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The Mayor noted the current vacancies to Boards and Commissions: Citizens'
Police Review Board — One vacancy to fill a four-year term, September 1, 2015 —
September 1, 2019 (Fidencio Martinez Perez expires); Housing and Community
Development Commission for three vacancies to fill three-year terms September 1,
2015 — September 1, 2018. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday,
July 22, 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 regular meeting 11:00 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/Julie Voparil, Deputy City Clerk
Submitted for publication — 5/27/
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS — 5/28/15
Iowa City City Council special meeting, 5:30 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims,
Throgmorton. Absent: Payne.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-170, OF INTENT TO CONSIDER A
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE CHAUNCEY, L.L.C., WHICH
INCLUDES THE TRANSFER OF LAND DESCRIBED THEREIN, AND SETTING A
PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 8 AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE
THEREOF.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-171, FIXING DATE of June 8 FOR A
MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED
$14,200,000 URBAN RENEWAL TAX INCREMENT REVENUE BONDS, SERIES
2015B, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA AND PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF. Moved and seconded to accept
correspondence from Council Payne stating her conflict of interest on all items related to
the rezoning and development of the northeast corner of College and Gilbert Streets.
Moved and seconded to adjourn special meeting at 5:36 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 publication — 6/1/15.
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS — 6/01/15
Iowa City City Council special meeting, 7:30 a.m. at City Hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims, Payne.
Absent: Dickens, Throgmorton.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved and seconded to approve Special Class C liquor license for Poza Rica Inc.,
dba Cactus Mexican Grill, 245 S. Gilbert St.
Moved and seconded to adjourn special meeting at 7:31 a.m.
A more complete description of Council Activities is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
s/Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
s/Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Submitted for publication — 6/2/15.
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS — /01/15
Iowa City City Cou it special meeting, 7:30 a.m. t City Hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Member resent: Botchway, Doby s, Hayek, Mims, Payne.
Absent: Dickens, Throgmorto
Unless otherwise noted, actions were affir ative and unanimous.
Moved and seconded to ap ove Special Cla s C liquor license for Poza Rica Inc.,
dba Cactus Mexican Grill, 245 S. Gilbe t.
Moved and seconded to adjour special eting at 7:31 p.m.
A more complete description of Council ctivitie is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
s/Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
s/Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Submitted for publication — 6/2/15.
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
MAY 19, 2015
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, Andrew,
Dilkes, Voparil, Boothroy, Yapp.
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Mark Twain Elementary
students: Molly Hippert, Rachel Livio, and Karla Nava.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Botchway, 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: May 5 Work Session; May 5 Formal Official & Complete,
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Airport
Commission— March 19; Airport Commission— April 7; Planning & Zoning
Commission —April 16, 2015.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal:
Class C Liquor License for Pershell Corporation, dba Colonial Lanes, 2253 Highway
218 S.; Class C Liquor License for Quzer Inc., dba Shakespeare's, 819 1St Ave S.;
Class E Liquor License for New Pioneer Cooperative, dba New Pioneer Food Co-op,
22 S. Van Buren St.; Class C Liquor License for Linn Street Caf6, Inc., dba Linn
Street Cafe, Inc., 121 North Linn St.; Class B Beer Permit for NPC International, Inc.,
dba Pizza Hut #4358, 1926 Keokuk St.; Class E Liquor License for The Outlet, Inc.,
dba Smokin' Joe's Tobacco And Liquor Outlet #18, 1901 Broadway St.; Class C
Beer Permit for Suburban Investors L C, dba Suburban Amoco, 370 Scott Court;
Class C Beer Permit for Kwik Trip Inc., dba Tobacco Outlet Plus #537, 923 S.
Riverside Dr.; Class E Liquor License for Iowa CVS Pharmacy, LLC., dba
CVS/Pharmacy #8547, 2425 Muscatine Ave.; Outdoor Service Area for Kennedy
Investments, Inc., dba The Vine Tavern & Eatery, 330 E. Prentiss St.; Outdoor
Service Area for Lusarti, Inc., dba Quinton's Bar & Deli, 215 Washington St.;
Outdoor Service Area for Devotay, Inc., dba Devotay, 117 N. Linn St.; Outdoor
Service Area for RBD Iowa City, LLC., dba Share Wine Lounge & Small Plate Bistro,
210 S. Dubuque St. New: Class B Beer Permit for Summer of the Arts Inc., dba
Iowa Arts Festival, 100 Iowa Ave.; Class B Beer Permit for Summer of the Arts Inc.,
dba Iowa City Jazz Festival, 16 N. Clinton St.; Class B Beer Permit for Summer of
the Arts Inc., dba Iowa City Soul Festival, 16 N. Clinton St.
Resolutions and Motions: Approving the appointment of Jacob Simpson as the
alternate City Council Liaison from the University of Iowa Student Government
(UISG) to the City Council until May 1, 2016; RES. 15-156, APPROVING FINAL
PLAT OF MACKINAW VILLAGE - PART SIX, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 15-157,
AWARDING CONTRACT to Carter and Associates for $579,104.00 AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE EAST HARRISON STREET
RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT; RES. 15-158, AWARDING CONTRACT to Selzer
Werderitsch Assoc. for $ 139,600.00 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
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AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
THE 2015 LANDFILL CHEMICAL STORAGE BUILDING REPLACEMENT
PROJECT; RES. 15-159, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE ROBERT A. LEE
RECREATION CENTER FITNESS ENCLOSURE PROJECT; RES. 15-160,
APPROVING THE RELEASE OF AN ACCESS EASEMENT ON LOTS 6-10,
NORTH AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 15-161,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND UNITE PRIVATE
NETWORKS, LLC TO USE A PORTION OF CITY STREETS AND PUBLIC
RIGHTS-OF-WAY FOR THE INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
OF A FIBER OPTIC NETWORK; RES. 15-162, APPROVING THE CITY COUNCIL
AWARD DATE TO ACT UPON THE BIDS RECEIVED FOR THE PARKING
GARAGE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM 2015 PROJECT; RES. 15-163,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AGREEMENT WITH PUBLIC ACCESS TELEVISION, INC. FOR FUNDING,
OPERATION, AND MANAGEMENT OF THE LOCAL PUBLIC ACCESS
FUNCTION; RES. 15-164, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
AND SUMMER OF THE ARTS, INC. TO ALLOW TEMPORARY AND LIMITED
SALE, CONSUMPTION, AND POSSESSION OF BEER AND NATIVE WINE
DURING ARTS FEST, JAZZ FEST, AND IOWA SOUL FESTIVAL WITHIN A
SPECIFIED AREA ON A CITY STREET.
Setting Public Hearings: Setting a public hearing for June 2 on an ordinance
amending Title 14: Zoning to create an exemption from the floor area ratio limitation
and establish new height standards for hospitals located in the Commercial Office
(CO -1) Zone; RES. 15-165, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON JUNE 2, 2015 ON
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE FIBER INFRASTRUCTURE - IOWA CITY
SOUTH PART 1 - DUCT INSTALLATION PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO
PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER
TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
Correspondence: Mike Colleran regarding Socioeconomic Integration / Equity
Plan; Dennis Befeler regarding Concern about Council Members Dobyns comments
at school listening post; Ann Stromquist regarding Talk on militarization of police and
mass incarceration — Tuesday, May 12; Maureen ArensdorF regarding Proposed
Resolution [Staff response included]; Cliff Pirnat regarding Buy outs [Staff response
included]; City Engr. regarding Competitive Quotation Results.
The Mayor noted the agenda addition of setting a public hearing for June 2 the fiber
infrastructure duct installation project.
Mary Gravitt, 2714 Wayne, appeared regarding SEATS and use of the Senior pass
by the Iowa City transit after 3:30. Becky Ross, 18 Valley View Knoll and Donna Rupe,
appeared representing 100 Grannies and requested Council consideration of a
resolution eliminating single use plastic bags by Earth Day, April 22, 2016.
A public hearing was held on a resolution amending the Southeast District Plan, an
element of the Comprehensive Plan, to change the land use designation from "Mixed
Use" to "Low/Medium Density mixed residential' for property located south of Court
Street, west of Taft Avenue (CPA15-00002 ). Development Services Coordinator Yapp
presented a power point. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Mayor
Hayek requested Council Members disclose any ex parte communications, and none
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were reported for the comp plan amendment or for the rezoning (items 5a and 5b).
John Moreland, developer of the property, appeared. Moved by Payne, seconded by
Botchway, to accept correspondence from John Garwood (2).
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-166, AMENDING THE
SOUTHEAST DISTRICT PLAN, AN ELEMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, TO
CHANGE THE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM "MIXED USE" TO "LOW/ MEDIUM
DENSITY MIXED RESIDENTIAL" FOR PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF COURT
STREET, WEST OF TAFT AVENUE (CPA1 "0002). Individual Council Members
expressed their views.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning approximately 3.34 acres of
property located south of Court street, west of Taft Avenue from Neighborhood
Commercial (CN -1) to Low Density Multi -Family (RM -12) (REZ15-00005). Development
Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point. The following individuals
appeared: John Moreland, developer of the property; and Brandon Ross. Moved by
Botchway, seconded by Payne, to accept correspondence from John Garwood (2).
Moved by Mims, seconded by Throgmorton, that the ordinance rezoning
approximately 3.34 acres of property located south of Court Street, west of Taft Avenue
from Neighborhood Commercial (CN -1) to Low Density Multi -Family (RM -12) (REZ15-
00005), be given first vote.
Council Member Payne stated she would be abstaining on the following items
related to the Chauncey project due to a conflict of interest, and left for the reminder of
the meeting. Council Member Throgmorton read a statement explaining he did not
have a conflict of interest. A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning
approximately 27,200 square feet of property located north of College Street, east of
Gilbert Street from Public (P-1) and Central Business Support (CB -5) to Central
Business District (CB -10) (REZ15-00006 - Chauncey). The Mayor requested Council
Members report any ex parte communications, and Council Members Hayek, Dobyns,
Botchway, and Throgmorton reported. Development Services Coordinator Yapp
presented a power point. Individual Council Members expressed their views. The
following individuals appeared: Steve Rohrbach, Rohrbach Associates; Jim a
Mondanaro, Bred Garden Market owner, Mary Gravitt, 2714 Wayne; Bill Goor�t,
President Iowa State Building and Construction Trades Council; Brandon Ross; David Gerhard
Ason; Joan Severson, co-founder and president of Digital Artifacts; Nancy Quellhorst,
President of the Iowa City Area Chamber of Commerce; Josh Schamberger, President
of the Iowa City and Coralville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau; Ed and Linda
Farkas, 221 E. College St.; Dan Cilek, Meta Communications; Royce Peterson,
Carpenters Union; Joseph Pettit, 4009 Laredo Dr.; Rockne Cole, Co -Chair of the Iowa
Coalition Against the Shadow, and Trinity Church; Chris Warnock, 532 Center St.,
representing Trinity Episcopal Church; Jim Knapp; Nancy Bird, 14 % S. Clinton,
Executive Dir. of the Iowa City Downtown District; Ariane Parkes-Perret; Dick
Summerwill; Mark Plum, 838 Dover St.; Lauren Lyon, Coralville; Betsy McElroy, 343
Beldon Ave, Trinity Episcopal Church; Susan Futrell (and speaking for Will Jennings),
311 Fairchild; Ann Holton, Trinity Episcopal Church; :Laura Bergus, 2231 California
Ave.; Gerhard Lowenberg, 221 E. College St.; Ethan Diehl, 201 E. Washington St.;
Henry Madden, 1018 Marcy; Andy Brodie, 308 N. Linn St., co-founder of Film Scene;
Tom Conroy, 1410 Foster Road; Howard Horan, 1025 Fairchild St., Trinity Episcopal
Church; Amanda Van Home, 1722 Ridgeway, Trinity Episcopal Church; Joe
Tiefenthaler, Executive Director Film Scene; Dianne Dillion Ridgley, Trinity Episcopal
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were reported for the comp plan amendment or for the rezoning (items 5a and 5b).
John Moreland, developer of the property, appeared. Moved by Payne, seconded by
Botchway, to accept correspondence from John Garwood (2).
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-166, AMENDING THE
SOUTHEAST DISTRICT PLAN, AN ELEMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, TO
CHANGE,THE LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM "MIXED USE" TO "LOW / MEDIUM
DENSITY MIXED RESIDENTIAL" FOR PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF COURT
STREET, W T OF TAFT AVENUE (CPA15-00002). Individual uncil Members
expressed thei iews.
A public heart was held on an ordinance rezoning approxi ately 3.34 acres of
property located so h of Court street, west of Taft Avenue fro Neighborhood
Commercial (CN -1) t ow Density Multi -Family (RM -12) (R 15-00005). Development
Services Coordinator p presented a power point. The fo wing individuals
appeared: John Morelan developer of the property; and randon Ross. Moved by
Botchway, seconded by Pa e, to accept corresponden from John Garwood (2).
Moved by Mims, second by Throgmorton, that th ordinance rezoning
approximately 3.34 acres of p rty located south o urt Street, west of Taft Avenue
from Neighborhood Commercial N-1) to Low Den ity Multi -Family (RM -12) (REZ15-
00005), be given first vote.
Council Member Payne stated sh would be staining on the following items
related to the Chauncey project due to confli of interest, and left for the reminder of
the meeting. Council Member Throgmo on d a statement explaining he did not
have a conflict of interest. A public hearin w s heli on an ordinance rezoning
approximately 27,200 square feet of prope located north of College Street, east of
Gilbert Street from Public (P-1) and Cent siness Support (CB -5) to Central
Business District (CB -10) (REZ15-00006 Cha ncey). The Mayor requested Council
Members report any ex parte communi tions, a Council Members Hayek, Dobyns,
Botchway, and Throgmorton reported. Developm t Services Coordinator Yapp
presented a power point. Individual uncil Membe expressed their views. The
following individuals appeared: Ste a Rohrbach, Roh ach Associates; Jim
Mondanaro, Bred Garden Market er, Mary Gravitt, 14 Wayne; Bill Garhardt,
President Iowa State Building a Construction Trades uncil; Brandon Ross; David
Ason; Joan Severson, co-foun r and president of Digital ifacts; Nancy Quellhorst,
President of the Iowa City A Chamber of Commerce; Jos Schamberger, President
of the Iowa City and Coralvi Area Convention and Visitors reau; Ed and Linda
Farkas, 221 E. College St.- Dan Cilek, Meta Communications; yce Peterson,
Carpenters Union; Jose p Pettit, 4009 Laredo Dr.; Rockne Cole, -Chair of the Iowa
Coalition Against the S dow, and Trinity Church; Chris Warnock, 32 Center St.,
representing Trinity iscopal Church; Jim Knapp; Nancy Bird, 141/2 . Clinton,
Executive Dir. of th Iowa City Downtown District; Ariane Parkes-Perre - Dick
Summerwill; Ma lum, 838 Dover St.; Lauren Lyon, Coralville; Betsy Elroy, 343
Beldon Ave, T ' rty Episcopal Church; Susan Futrell (and speaking for W I Jennings),
311 Fairchild nn Holton, Trinity Episcopal Church; :Laura Bergus, 2231 California
Ave.; Gerh Lowenberg, 221 E. College St.; Ethan Diehl, 201 E. Washington St.;
Henry Ma den, 1018 Marcy; Andy Brodie, 308 N. Linn St., co-founder of Film Scene;
Tom Co y, 1410 Foster Road; Howard Horan, 1025 Fairchild St., Trinity Episcopal
Churc , Amanda Van Home, 1722 Ridgeway, Trinity Episcopal Church; Joe
Ti efe thaler, Executive Director Film Scene; Dianne Dillion Ridgley, Trinity Episcopal
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Church and a member of Grannies; Cecile Kuenzli; John Rapson, Trinity Episcopal
Church; George Etre, 221 E. College St.; Marc Moen, developer, 221 E. College St.;
Caroline Dieterle, 727 Walnut St.; Jim Walters, 1033 E. Washington St.; Linda Fisher,
Coralville; Brian Mildenstein. After discussion, a majority of Council indicated their
support of the project and extended a consultation invitation to the Planning and Zoning
Commission. Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, to continue the public hearing and
defer first consideration of ordinance rezoning approximately 27,200 square feet of
property located north of College Street, east of Gilbert Street from Public (P-1) and
Central Business Support (CB -5) to Central Business District (CB -10) (REZ15-00006) to
June 2. In response to Council, City Atty. Dilkes reviewed the three timeline options
presented by staff. Individual Council Members expressed their view on the proposed
scheduling options and the majority agreed to proceed with option C, with final
consideration scheduled for a special meeting on June 8. Moved by Mims, seconded
by Botchway, to accept correspondence from Laura Christensen, Alison Ames Galstad,
Gregory Cotton, Sam Van Home, Gregory Cotton, Kris Johnson, Jim Knapp, Rockne
Cole (2) [staff response included], Mark Nolte, Tom Goedken, Ann and John
Christenson, Mark and Eadie Faucett Weaver, James Harris, Barbara Schlachter.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to set a public hearing for June 2 on
vacating the western 160 feet of the 20 -foot wide alley right of way in block 43, City of
Iowa City (VAC1 5-00001 - Chauncey).
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-167, APPROVING A
PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR PLEIADES FIRST ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted, 5/0/1, Payne absent, Dickens abstaining.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2015 Highland Avenue Water
Main Replacement Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and
directing the City Engineer to place said plans on file for public inspection. No one
appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-168, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2015 HIGHLAND AVENUE WATER MAIN
REPLACEMENT PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF
SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS
ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving a concession agreement with
Fin & Feather H2O LLC for the provision of recreational rental equipment and food
services at Terry Trueblood Recreation Area. No one appeared.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims, to adopt RES. 15-169, APPROVING A
CONCESSION AGREEMENT WITH FIN & FEATHER H2O LLC FOR THE PROVISION
OF RECREATIONAL RENTAL EQUIPMENT AND FOOD SERVICES AT TERRY
TRUEBLOOD RECREATION AREA.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance amending City Code
Title 1, entitled "Administration," Chapter 5, entitled "Mayor and City Council," to
change the review process for City Council members and the Mayor, be given first
vote. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
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
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the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second
consideration and vote be waived, and that ORD. 15-4620, AMENDING TITLE 1,
ENTITLED "ADMINISTRATION," CHAPTER 4, ENTITLED "GENERAL PENALTY,"
AND TITLE 8, ENTITLED "POLICE REGULATIONS," CHAPTER 5, ENTITLED
"MISCELLANEOUS OFFENSES," TO ELIMINATE THE DEFAULT PENALTY OF JAIL
TIME FOR UNSCHEDULED SIMPLE MISDEMEANORS AND ESTABLISH THE
PENALTY FOR INDECENT EXPOSURE, be voted on for final passage at this time.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, that the ordinance be finally adopted at
this time.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that ORD. 15-4621, AMENDING THE IOWA
CITY CHARTER PREAMBLE, AND ARTICLE II (CITY COUNCIL) SECTION 2.06
(MAYOR), ARTICLE III (NOMINATION, PRIMARY ELECTION AND REGULAR
ELECTION) SECTION 3.01 (NOMINATION), ARTICLE IV (CITY MANAGER) SECTION
4.02 (ACCOUNTABILITY; REMOVAL), ARTICLE V (BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND
COMMITTEES), SECTION 5.01 (ESTABLISHMENT) AND SECTION 5.02
(APPOINTMENT; REMOVAL), ARTICLE VI (CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS AND
EXPENDITURES) SECTION 6.03 (DEFINITION) AND ARTICLE VII (INITIATIVE AND
REFERENDUM) AS RECOMMENDED BY THE CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION, be
passed and adopted.
The Mayor announced the following vacancies: 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, June 10, 2015.
The Mayor noted the current vacancies to Boards and Commissions: Citizens'
Police Review Board — One vacancy to fill a four-year term, September 1, 2015 —
September 1, 2019 (Fidencio Martinez Perez expires); Housing and Community
Development Commission for three vacancies to fill three-year terms September 1,
2015 — September 1, 2018. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday,
July 22, 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 Botchway noted the EntreFest starting next week.
Council Member Dickens stated Towncrest Pharmacy would be receiving the Roots
Award for 50 years in business.
Mayor Hayek congratulated the City and West soccer teams; and congratulated
Jerry Arganbright on his upcoming retirement and for 31 years of strong leadership at
West High.
City Manager Markus introduced Genevieve Yee, an International Fellow visiting
Iowa City from Brunei. Ms. Yee presented information and responded to questions.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, to adjourn regular meeting 11:00 p.m..
Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
Julie Voparil, Deputy City Clerk
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City
Clerk's Office 356-5040.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
MAY 28, 2015
Iowa City City Council special meeting, 5:30 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Dickens, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims,
Throgmorton. Absent: Payne. Staff members present: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, Karr,
Boothroy.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 15-170, OF INTENT TO
CONSIDER A PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE CHAUNCEY,
L.L.C., WHICH INCLUDES THE TRANSFER OF LAND DESCRIBED THEREIN, AND
SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 8 AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION
OF NOTICE THEREOF.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-171, FIXING DATE
of June 8 FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $14,200,000 URBAN RENEWAL TAX INCREMENT REVENUE BONDS,
SERIES 2015B, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA AND PROVIDING
FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF. Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway,
to accept correspondence from Council Payne stating her conflict of interest on all items
related to the rezoning and development of the northeast corner of College and Gilbert
Streets.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adjourn special meeting at 5:36 p.m.
Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City
Clerk's Office 356-5040.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
June 1, 2015
Iowa City City Council special meeting, 7:30 a.m. at City Hall. Mayor Hayek
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Dobyns, Hayek, Mims, Payne.
Absent: Dickens, Throgmorton. Staff members present: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, Karr.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, to approve Special Class C liquor license
for Poza Rica Inc., dba Cactus Mexican Grill, 245 S. Gilbert St.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adjourn special meeting at 7:31 a.m.
Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk