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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
AUGUST 18, 2015
Iowa 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, Dilkes, Karr,
Bockenstedt, Howard, Boothroy, Knoche, Hargadine.
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 and to
defer Item 2f(10) to September 1, Traffic Engineering Planner memo regarding on -street
parking spaces on the east side of 300 block of North Linn Street, and installation of 2
on -street metered parking spaces on the north side of the 200 block of East
Bloomington Street:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: July 27 Work Session; July 27 Special Formal Official & Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action). Civil
Service Commission — August 7; Library Board of Trustees — June 25; Senior Center
Commission — June 11.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Chipolte Mexican Grill of Colorado, dba
Chipolte Mexican Grill, 201 S. Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area for Chipolte
Mexican Grill of Colorado, dba Chipolte Mexican Grill, 201 S. Clinton St.; Class B
Beer Permit for Iowa City Fall Fun Festival, dba Regina Catholic Educational Center
(Lower), 2140 Rochester Ave.; Class B Beer Permit for Iowa City Fall Fun Festival,
dba Regina Catholic Educational Center, 2140 Rochester Ave.; Class C Liquor
License for AKA White, Inc., dba The Summit Restaurant And Bar, 10 S. Clinton St.;
Class C Liquor License for Cream, LLC., dba Union Bar, The, 121 E. College St.;
Class C Liquor License for Mexico Wayne's LLC., dba Short's Burgers- Eastside,
521 Westbury Dr.; Outdoor Service Area for Mexico Wayne's LLC., dba Short's
Burgers- Eastside, 521 Westbury Dr.; Class C Liquor License for George's Buffet,
Inc., dba George's Buffet, 312 E. Market St.; Class C Liquor License for Atlas World
Grill, Inc., dba Atlas World Grill, Inc., 127 Iowa Ave.; Class C Liquor License for
Middle E, L.L.C., dba Okoboji Grill Restaurant, 1857 Lower Muscatine Rd.; Outdoor
Service Area for Middle E, L.L.C., dba Okoboji Grill Restaurant, 1857 Lower
Muscatine Rd.; Class C Liquor License for Jaxco, LLC., dba Blackstone, 503
Westbury Dr. Suite 1 Outdoor Service Area for Jaxco, LLC., dba Blackstone, 503
Westbury Dr. Suite 1 Class C Liquor License for Eckhardt Management, dba 2 Dogs
Pub, 1705 S. 1St Ave.; Class C Beer Permit for IC Pit Stop LLC., dba I.C. Pit Stop,
300 Kirkwood Ave.; Class C Beer Permit for Casey's Marketing Company, dba
Casey's General Store #2781, 1410 Willow Creek Dr.; Class C Beer Permit for
Casey's Marketing Company, dba Casey's General Store #2761, 204 N. Dubuque
St.; Class C Liquor License for Hall Place Ventures Corp., dba Airliner Bar, 22 S.
Clinton St.; Refund an unused portion of two Class C Beer Permits for KLB Bauer
Inc., dba Gasby's #1, 1310 S. Gilbert St. and Gasby's # 4, 2303 Muscatine Ave.;
RES. 15-254, TO REFUND A CIGARETTE PERMIT for KLB Bauer, Inc., dba
Gasby's #1, 1310 S. Gilbert St.; RES. 15-255, TO REFUND A CIGARETTE PERMIT
for KLB Bauer, Inc., dba Gasby's # 4, 2303 Muscatine Ave.; RES. 15-256, TO
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ISSUE DANCING PERMIT to Iowa City Fall Fun Festival, dba Regina Catholic
Education Center, 2140 Rochester Ave; AKA White, Inc., dba The Summit
Restaurant and Bar, 10 S. Clinton St.; Cream, LLC., dba Union Bar, The, 121 E.
College St. New: Special Class C Liquor License for Osaka House, LLC., dba
Osaka House, 122 E. Washington St.; Class C Liquor License for McQuiggan's
LLC., dba McQuiggan's, 482 Highway 1 West Class C Liquor License for Aramark
Sports and Entertainment, dba Aramark, 825 Stadium Dr.; Outdoor Service Area for
McQuiggan's LLC., dba McQuiggan's, 482 Highway 1 West; Outdoor Service Area
for Pop's "Old N' New" Bar-B-Que, LLC., dba Pop's Old and New BBQ, 130 N.
Dubuque St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 15-257, AWARDING CONTRACT to Midwest
Concrete, Inc. for $138,724.20 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE
PCC PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT 2015; RES. 15-258,
AUTHORIZING THE PROCUREMENT OF EIGHT POLICE PATROL VEHICLES;
RES. 15-259, APPROVING THE RELEASE OF ACCESS EASEMENTS ON LOTS 5 -
17, NORTH AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 15-260,
ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION OF CERTAIN EASEMENTS OVER LOT 1,
WINDSOR RIDGE, PART 22, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 15-261, ACCEPTING THE
DEDICATION OF A STORM SEWER EASEMENT OVER 2815 ROHRET ROAD,
IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 15-262, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR BUILDING
PERMITS AND OTHER SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES OF THE DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES DIVISION AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 15-69; RES. -15 -263, -
AUTHORIZING THE PROCUREMENT OF ELEVATOR MAINTENANCE
SERVICES; RES. 15-264, AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR FUNDING
ASSISTANCE FROM THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES,
RESOURCE ENHANCEMENT AND PROTECTION PROGRAM (REAP) FOR
ADDITIONAL LANDSCAPING IMPROVEMENTS AND SITE DEVELOPMENT FOR
THE NED ASHTON HOUSE AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN GRANT
AGREEMENT
Setting Public Hearings: Set a public hearing for September 15 on a resolution to
annex approximately 18.6 acres of land located west of Churchill Subdivision, south
of Herbert Hoover Highway (ANN 15-00001); Set a public hearing for September 15
on an ordinance conditionally rezoning property from County Multi -Family
Residential (RMF) to Low Density Multi Family (RM -12) for approximately 1.91 acres
and Low Density Single Family (RS -5) for approximately 16.75 acres for property
located west of Churchill Subdivision, south of Herbert Hoover Highway (REZ15-
00014); Set a public hearing for September 1 on an ordinance conditionally rezoning
approximately 1.45 acres of property from Community Commercial (CC -2) to
Riverfront Crossings - west Riverfront (RFC -WR) Zone located at the northwest
corner of Benton Street and Riverside Drive (REZ15-00015); Set a public hearing for
September 1 on an ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 1.85 acres of
property zoned Community Commercial (CC -2), in order to amend a conditional
zoning agreement, located between Westbury Drive, Eastbury Drive, and Middlebury
Road (REZ15-00016); Set a public hearing for September 1 on an ordinance
conditionally rezoning approximately 14.36 acres of property to amend a Planned
Development Overlay Plan (OPD/RS-12) to allow the addition of 38 manufactured
housing units to Cole's Community Mobile Home Park (REZ15-00017); Set a public
hearing for September 1 on an ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 33.37
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acres of property from Low Density Single Family (RS -5) to Planned Development
Overlay (OPD -5), and an amendment to a conditional zoning agreement, located
east of Camp Cardinal Road to allow construction of a church; RES. 15-265,
SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2015 ON PLANS, SPECIFICA-
TIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE WILLOW
CREEK / KIWANIS PARK RENOVATION 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: Nanci Kohl regarding Road diet concerns; Petition signed by 32
regarding End Discrimination against black youth in Iowa City and its public spaces
[additional signatures since July 27 meeting], Jamie Allen, Shanna Benjamin, Steve
Birdine, Juan Chapel, Rich Davis, Carmen Fonseca, Brianna Gore, Shawn Haynes,
Martha Hedberg, Renaldo Johnson, Bruce Jones, Heidi Kuchta, Whitney Lang,
Tracy Longs, David Lynch, Amy Margolis, Lisa McKenzie, Josie Neumann, Kendra
Nichols, Damani Phillips, Steven Protzman, Deeanne Purchase, Clair Rudison,
Cody Sammons, Amy Santillan, Sabrena Shields, Cinque Smith, Tarrita Spicer,
MaryJane Strub, Lynnette Volden, Jan Weissmiller, Tami Yaron [See update on the
staff response to the Recreation Center Incident Petition dated 8/17]; Liz Smothers
regarding Improving Bikeability; T. J. Juskiewicz, RAGBRAI Director regarding
RAGBRAI thank you; Arlene Johnston regarding Iowa River Trail recommendation
[Staff response included]; Jeff McGinnis; Julie Eisele regarding Upcoming School
Board Election; Johnson County Board of Supervisors (x2) regarding Minimum
Wage Ordinance for Johnson County; Kathy Leohr regarding Autumn Park
apartment; Acting Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of a YIELD sign
on the northwest corner of the Hampton Street / Chamberlain Drive intersection;
Acting Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Relocation of (1) NO PARKING HERE
TO CORNER sign on the northwest corner of the intersection of Keokuk Street and
Highland Avenue; Acting Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Installation of (1) NO
PARKING HERE TO CORNER sign on the northeast comer of Keokuk Street and
Plum Street; Acting Traffic Engineering Planner regarding Adjustments to on -street
parking prohibitions on the 200 and 300 blocks of E. Court Street, the 200 block of
E. Prentiss Street, the 500 block of S. Linn Street, and the 300 block of E. Harrison
Street to accommodate the installation of new parking meters; Venson Curington II
regarding Request for Work Session [Council response included].
Mary Gravitt, 2714 Wayne Ave, requested bus shelters on the outbound Towncrest
route and at Gilbert and Kirkwood; curb ramps be added at Kirkwood Community
College; criminal behavior on buses; the need for all police officers to have cameras
and know police procedures; supported hiring full time maintenance person for the
Public Library. Adil Adams, American Taxi, distributed a letter and requested a City
Council response to previous correspondence. Mayor Hayek stated staff had
responded previously and that he would review the matter and respond. Joy
Beadleston, 1570 S. First Ave, supported Ms. Gravitt's remarks regarding curb ramps
and bus shelters.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning 0.41 acres of land located at
705 and 709 S. Clinton Street from Intensive Commercial (CIA) Zone to Riverfront
Crossings — Central Crossings (RFC -CX) Zone (REZ15-00008). The Mayor requested
Council Members to disclose any ex parte communications and none were reported.
City Planner Howard stated a signed conditional zoning agreement had not been
received. Moved by Throgmorton, seconded by Dickens, to continue public hearing
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(public hearing notice will be republished.) and defer indefinitely first vote of ordinance
rezoning 0.41 acres of land located at 705 and 709 S. Clinton Street from Intensive
Commercial (CIA) Zone to Riverfront Crossings — Central Crossings (RFC -CX) Zone
(REZ15-00008).
A public hearing was held on an ordinance vacating an unpaved street right-of-way
known as Auditor's Parcel #2008020 and two utility easements within Highlander
Development (VAC15-00002). City Planner Howard presented a power point. Joe
Hughes, representing Southgate, appeared.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Payne, that the ordinance vacating an unpaved
street right-of-way known as Auditor's Parcel #2008020 and two utility easements within
Highlander Development (VAC15-00002), be given first vote.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance vacating the un -paved portion of Harrison
Street located west of Linn (VAC15-00004). ). City Planner Howard presented a power
point. No one appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dobyns, that the ordinance vacating a portion of
Harrison Street located west of Linn (VAC15-00004).
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 14: Zoning to zoning to
add a definition for "rooftop service areas" and establish standards for such uses. Asst.
City Manager Fruin presented information. ). City Planner Howard presented a power
point. The following individuals appeared: Harry Olmstead; Mary Gravitt, 2714 Wayne
Ave., Bob Welsh, 84 Penfro; John Burchard, The Fieldhouse Bar; and Nancy Bird,
Executive Director of the Iowa City Downtown District.. Individual Council Members
expressed their views.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Botchway, that the ordinance amending Title 14:
Zoning to zoning to add a definition for "rooftop service areas" and establish standards
for such uses, be given first vote.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance amending Title 4,
Alcoholic Beverages, to acknowledge and cross-reference amendments proposed to
the zoning code allowing rooftop service areas and amendments to Title 10, Public
Ways and property, to allow sidewalk cafes in the Riverfront Crossings District, be given
first vote.
A public hearing was held on a resolution amending the FY2016 Operating Budget.
Mary Gravitt, 2714 Wayne Ave., appeared.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-266, AMENDING THE
CURRENT BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2016.
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. 15-4635, AMENDING TITLE 9, ENTITLED "MOTOR VEHICLES
AND TRAFFIC," CHAPTER 1, ENTITLED "DEFINITIONS, ADMINISTRATION AND
ENFORCEMENT OF TRAFFIC PROVISIONS," AND CHAPTER 8, ENTITLED
"BICYCLES," TO EXPAND THE DEFINITION OF "BICYCLE"; PERMIT THE RIDING
OF TWO BICYCLES ABREAST EACH OTHER; REMOVE THE REQUIREMENT THAT
BICYCLISTS RIDE TO THE FAR RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD; AND AUTHORIZE THE
IMPOUNDMENT OF INOPERABLE BICYCLES. be voted on for final passage at this
time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor
declared the motion carried. Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that the
ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
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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; Appeals, Board of, for an unexpired five-year term January 1, 2014 - December
31, 2018, for a HVAC or building design professional or qualified by experience and
training. (Unexpired term); Community Police Review Board for a four-year term,
September 1, 2015 — September 1, 2019. (Fidencio Martinez Perez term expires);
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, September 9, 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 Dobyns thanked the Kingdom Center congregation for welcoming
his wife and himself at services the previous week -end.
Council Member Payne noted this was the time of year when there is more bicyclists
and pedestrians and encouraged everyone to be watchful when driving.
Council Member Dickens reminded the community of the Pathways fundraiser, Men
Who Cook, coming up Saturday, the 22"d
Mayor Pro tem Mims noted recent discussion on the KXIC radio show regarding the
arrival of University students and echoed Council Member Payne's remarks about being
safe.
Council Member Throgmorton noted the recent passing of former Council Member
Steven Kanner and a memorial celebration planned for August 23rd at Happy Hollow
Park.
Council Member Botchway reminded everyone of the Soul Fest event planned the
week -end of the 29th/
Mayor Hayek noted the grand opening of Alexander Elementary on Thursday the
20th and the cooperative efforts of the City and School in the development, and
encouraged the community to keep an eye on the facilities plan as it moves forward;
noted the passing of former Human Rights Coordinator Heather Shank; and
acknowledged the participation of City Manager Markus in an exchange program under
the auspices of the State Department and the International City Managers Association
(ICMA) and recently returned from a trip to Indonesia.
City Manager Markus reported on his Indonesia visit.
Council Member Payne noted the opening of the City's new Animal Shelter. City
Manager Markus stated the Center was open at the new location and a grand opening
is planned later in the fall.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Botchway, to adjourn meeting at 8:05 p.m.
Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
08-18-15
CITY OF IOWA CITY 2a(1
MEMORANDUM
Date: August 11, 2015
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, July 27, 2015, 5:08 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Botchway (arrived 5:20), Dickens, Dobyns (arrived 6:00), Hayek, Mims, Payne,
Throgmorton
UISG: Neal
Staff: Fruin, Andrew, Dilkes, Karr, Hargadine, Kelsey, Hart, Bockenstedt, Clow, Havel,
O'Brien, Yapp, Boothroy, Moran, Hightshoe, Ralston, Ford, Bowers, Morris,
Justason, Schwindt
A transcription and power points are available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.
Mayor Hayek noted Harvat Hall was undergoing remodeling and partially completed; and
Council Member Dobyns would be arriving late to the meeting.
QUESTIONS FROM COUNCIL REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
1. (Consent Calendar item 3d(4) — authorizing acquisition ... Iowa City Gateway Project... )
In response to Council Member Throgmorton, City Attorney Dilkes reported that
negotiations on compensation for property could not occur until passage of the
resolution authorizing acquisition.
2. (Consent Calendar items # 3f(8) and 3f(9) — Tabitha Wiggins letter; and petition ... end
discrimination against black youth ....) Mayor Hayek noted two pieces of
correspondence regarding an incident at the Iowa City Recreation Center and suggested
adopting the Consent Calendar by removing both letters for separate consideration and
public input and discussion after adoption of the Consent Calendar. A majority of
Council agreed.
3. (Consent Calendar item 3f(1) — ...Downtown Alleys ... ) Mayor Pro tem Mims
encouraged the Downtown District and staff to collaborate on improving the downtown
alleys.
4. (Consent Calendar items # 3d(12) and 3d(13) — First Avenue Lane conversion; and
Mormon Trek Boulevard conversion ... ) In response to Council Member Dickens, Asst.
City Manager Fruin and City Engr. Havel responded to questions.
5. (Consent Calendar item # 3f(3) — Linda Quinn ... Plastic bags ... ) In response to Council
Member Throgmorton, Asst. City Manager Fruin stated that Council and MPO had
discussed previously, along with neighboring cities, and the conclusion was to focus on
education. Staff will respond to Ms. Quinn.
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6. (Agenda item # 8 — UniverCity Sale, 1111 East Burlington) Council Member Payne
stated the $199,000 sale was excessive for income eligible buyers. Council Member
Throgmorton indicated his support for the sale and the program.
COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS [Agenda # 151
Community Police Review Board — readvertise 30 days, noting the gender requirement and
desire for a variety of perspectives
Housing and Community Development Commission — Mark Signs; Syndey Conger; Emily Seiple
Parks and Recreation Commission — Paul Roesler
DISCUSS PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT OF CITY OWNED SURFACE PARKING LOTS
[IP #4 of 7/23 Info Packetl
Asst. City Manager Fruin and Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented background
information. The Mayor noted that he had previously avoided involvement on discussions
regarding the Unitarian Church, but after discussions with the City Attorney this presentation
relates to the entire campus and does not involve City acquisition of the Church or imposition of
the landmark status, and he would be participating in this discussion. Dave Zahradnik,
Neumann Monson Architects, 221 E. College, presented a conceptual power point. Atty. Joe
Holland, representing the potential developer, appeared. Individual Council Members
expressed their views, and indicated their support to move forward with the Comp Plan
amendment as proposed.
STAFF ACTION: Proceed with Comprehensive Plan amendment as proposed (Yapp).
BOARD AND COMMISSION APPLICATION PROCESS [IP # 5 of 7/23 Info Packetl
City Clerk Karr and Equity Dir. Bowers reviewed the memo. After discussion:
1. Council indicated support for a resolution establishing a new formal policy that redefines
and expands the definitions of prohibited relationships consistent with the City's current
personnel policy. Board and commission members that are actively serving in violation
of this expanded policy as of the date the Council resolution adopts the policy should be
grandfathered in until the beginning of the next appointment.
2. Council expressed interest in adopting a resolution that establishes a new formal policy
addressing the reappointment process for current board and commission members.
3. Council directed staff to discuss with staff members of the five board and commissions
affected by the recommendation shortening the terms to no greater than 3 years.
STAFF ACTION: Contact staff of the Library Board; Planning & Zoning Commission;
Board of Appeals, Parks and Recreation Commission and the Community Police Review
Board for input on a three year term. (Karr, Bowers)
INFORMATION PACKET DISCUSSION [June 18, 25, July 2, 9, 16, 231
June 18
1. (1 P3 — ... copy of... TIF presentation from Peter Fischer ... ) Mayor Pro tem Mims noted
the presentation to the University Heights City Council contained good graphs, charts
and general information on TIF.
2. (IP5 - ... email response .... David Robertson ... Wetherby Park ...) Council Member
Botchway stated his appreciation for the communication.
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3. (IP7 — ISU News Release ... Teaching and Learning Iowa History) Mayor Hayek noted
the correspondence form Associate Dir. Community Development Diversity Officer and
Iowa City former Mayor Ross Wilburn.
4. (IP11 — .... Redesign of the website) Council Members provided input on the new site.
Asst. City Manager Fruin explained that the previous site was structured more for the
internal customer and those familiar with City government; and the emphasis with the
new site to provide other navigation paths for those not familiar with local government.
Fruin encourages Council and the public to pass along comments and feedback as staff
reviews a round of future changes.
June 25
1. (IP2 — CDBG and HOME Allocations and use of Tax Increment Financing... ) Mayor
Hayek stated the explanation in the memo was very helpful.
July 2
1. (IP3 — ... Strategic Plan Status Report) Mayor Pro tem Mims stated the report was very
helpful.
2. (IP6 — ... article ... Ann Arbor ) Mayor Pro tem Mims noted the article regarding office
space and rental issues, and low rents causing them not to have offices built downtown
was interesting.
3. (IP7 — ... article ... Affordable Housing... ) Mayor Pro tem Mims stated the article
provided a condensed history of some issues and how much are still in place today.
Council Member Throgmorton shared experiences from his hometown of Louisville,
Kentucky.
July 9
1. (IP3 — ... Listening Posts ) In response to Councilmember Throgmorton, Karr noted the
Council Members Botchway and Dickens would be attending the event on July 29. In
response to Council Member Throgmorton's request to attend and not speak, a majority
of Council agreed only the two designated Council Members should attend a listening
post event.
July 16
None
July 23
1. (1139 — Wage Theft ... Cook County Ordinance) In response to Council Member
Botchway, City Atty. Dilkes stated that it was her conclusion that legally Council could do
an ordinance similar to what was done in Cook County, noting the City does not give
business licenses. A majority directed staff to prepare an ordinance for Council
consideration.
2. (IP13 — WestRock's decision to close ....assembly plant) In response to Council
Member Payne, the City Clerk responded the decision affects about 50 employees.
3. (IP15 — Invitation .... It's Time, Resolving Racial Disparities in Johnson County Youth
Systems) In response to Council Member Botchway, Police Chief Hargadine stated his
response to participating was that he would like to see the event postponed for a couple
of weeks.
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COUNCIL TIME / PENDING WORK SESSIONS TOPICS [IP # 7 of 7/23 Info Packet]
1. Council Member Botchway invited everyone to attend the final Prime Time basketball
league game on July 30th.
2. Mayor Pro tem Mims noted the KXIC schedule and asked Members to contact Marian
with scheduling changes.
MEETING SCHEDULE
None
Meeting adjourned 6:40 PM.
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS — 7/27/15
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. Absent: None.
The Mayor proclaimed: Paint the Town Purple Day — July 31, April Holden, Angelica
Vannatta, and Ali Winn accepting.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Mayor Hayek stated there were a number of people present to address Council on
the Recreation Center matter and Police policies, and asked that the two items on the
Consent Calendar related to this be removed for separate consideration. Moved and
seconded that the items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or
approved, and/or adopted as amended and to consider as a separate items 3f(8) Black
Kids Play Too and 3f(9):Petition End Discrimination against black youth:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: July 15 - Special Formal Official & Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Citizens
Police Review Board — June 16; Civil Service Commission — July 14; Historic
Preservation Commission — May 14; Historic Preservation Commission — June 11;
Human Rights Commission — June 16; Parks & Recreation Commission — May 13;
Parks & Recreation Commission — June 10; Planning and Zoning Commission —
May 18; Planning and Zoning Commission — June 4; Planning and Zoning
Commission — July 2; Public Art Advisory Committee — June 4.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Orchard Green Restaurant, 521 S. Gilbert
St.; Class C Liquor License for One Twenty Six, 126 E. Washington St.; Class B
Beer Permit for The Basket Cases, 601 St. Thomas Ct. Class C Liquor License for
Iowa City Fieldhouse, 118 S. Dubuque St.; Class C Liquor License for Martini's, 127
E. College St.; Outdoor Service Area for Martini's, 127 E. College St.; Special Class
C Liquor License for Englert Theatre, The, 221 E. Washington St.; Outdoor Service
Area for Forbidden Planet, 111 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Osaka
House Restaurant, 122 E. Washington St.; Outdoor Service Area for Pullman, 17 S.
Dubuque St.; RES. 15-232, TO ISSUE DANCING PERMIT to Fieldhouse Iowa City,
118 S. Dubuque St.
New: Class B Beer Permit for Kum & Go #502, 2303 Muscatine; Class B Beer
Permit for Kum & Go #504, 1310 Gilbert St.; RES. 15-231, TO ISSUE CIGARETTE
PERMIT to Kum & Go #504, 1310 Gilbert St.; Kum & Go # 502, 2303 Muscatine
Ave.; Class C Liquor License for Bob's Your Uncle, 2208 N. Dodge St.
Resolutions and Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of
$12,361,922.52 for the period of May 1 through May 31, 2015, as recommended by
the Finance Director subject to audit. Approve disbursements in the amount of
$19,321,313.00 for the period of June 1 through June 30, 2015, as recommended by
the Finance Director subject to audit; RES. 15-232, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR
Official Actions
July 27, 2015
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THE 2014 STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT; RES. 15-233,
AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY INTERESTS NECESSARY
FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY GATEWAY PROJECT [HDP -
3715(652) --71-52]; RES. 15-234, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY
SEWER IMPROVEMENTS FOR EVAN HEIGHTS, AND DECLARING THE PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE; RES. 15-235,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE STORM SEWER, SANITARY SEWER,
WATER MAIN AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR SANDHILL
ESTATES, PART 3, AND DECLARING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR
PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE; RES. 15-236, AUTHORIZING THE PROCUREMENT
OF WATER METERS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016; RES. 15-237, AUTHORIZING
THE PROCUREMENT OF MOTOR FUELS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016; RES. 15-
238, AUTHORIZING THE PROCUREMENT OF ONE (1) STREET SWEEPER;
RES. 15-239, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST THE RENEWAL OF A CONTRACT FOR DESIGN, PRODUCTION, AND
MAILING OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY UTILITY BILL, LANDFILL BILL,
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE BILL, ENVELOPES, AND WEB SERVICE FOR ONE
ADDITIONAL YEAR; RES. 15-240, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO CO-
SPONSOR, WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA, A BIKE -SHARE PROGRAM
USING GRANT FUNDS FROM THE IOWA CLEAN AIR ATTAINMENT PROGRAM
(ICAAP) FROM THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION; RES. 15-241,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FUNDING AGREEMENT [2016 -TS -
009] FOR THE CONVERSION OF FIRST AVENUE FROM A FOUR -LANE TO A
THREE -LANE ROADWAY; RES. 15-242, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FUNDING AGREEMENT [2016 -TS -015] FOR THE
CONVERSION OF MORMON TREK BOULEVARD FROM A FOUR -LANE TO A
THREE -LANE ROADWAY; RES. 15-243, AMENDING THE BUDGETED
POSITIONS IN THE TRANSPORTATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
DEPARTMENT AND THE AFSCME PAY PLAN BY ELIMINATING ONE SENIOR
MW — LANDFILL POSITION AFSCME GRADE 12, AND ADDING ONE LANDFILL
OPERATOR POSITION, AFSCME GRADE 9; RES. 15-244, ACCEPTING THE
DEDICATION OF AUDITOR'S PARCEL 2015037 AS PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
ADJACENT TO 629 S. RIVERSIDE DRIVE, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Setting Public Hearings: Setting a public hearing for August 18 on an ordinance
vacating an un -paved street right-of-way known as Auditor's Parcel #2008020 and
two utility easements adjacent to Lot 10 of Highlander Development Third Addition
located east of Northgate Drive (VAC15-00002); Setting a public hearing for August
18 on an ordinance vacating the un -paved portion of Harrison Street located west of
Linn (VAC15-00004); Setting a public hearing for August 18 on an ordinance
amending Title 14: Zoning to Zoning to add a definition for "Rooftop Service Areas"
and establish standards for such uses; RES. 15-245, SETTING A PUBLIC
HEARING for August 18 ON AMENDING THE FY2016 OPERATING BUDGET.
Correspondence: Nancy Bird regarding Support requested to improve
Downtown alleys [Staff response included]; Jerry Bokassa regarding Illegal
Eviction?; Linda Quinn regarding Proposal to ban plastic bags; Lucy Morris
regarding Post Office [Staff response included]; Rebecca Calacci regarding Mark
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Moen; Martha Norbeck regarding RISE proposed questions; Brian Flanagan
regarding Hometown pride; Assistant Traffic Engineering Planner regarding
Installation of two (2) NO PARKING ANY TIME signs for southbound traffic on the
southwest corner of the Dublin Drive and Killarney Road intersection; Traffic
Engineering Planner regarding Installation of (1) STOP sign on the northeast corner
of the Prairie Du Chien Road and St. Clement Street intersection; Traffic
Engineering Planner regarding Removal of (3) metered parking spaces on the south
side of Jefferson Street at the intersection with Linn Street and establishment of
moped / motorcycle permit parking at the same location; Traffic Engineering Planner
regarding Installation of YIELD signs on Rochester Court and Ridgeway Drive at
their respective intersections with Ashwood Drive; Barbara Vinograde regarding
Hello from the Free Medical Clinic
Moved and seconded to accept correspondence (items 3f(8) and (9) from Tabitha
Wiggins regarding Testimony For City Council Meeting — Black Kids Play Too [Staff
memo included] and the Petition signed by 203 people (Carol Adderley, Enough
Already, Barbara Anderson, Adrian Aron, Elizabeth Baertlein, LaMar Barber, Sara
Barron, Jennifer Baum, Anna Bell, Faith Bennett, Kim Bergen -Jackson, Destiney Blount,
Anthony Bodensteiner, Michelle Boss, Pat Bowen, Loraine Brenner, Morgan Brittain,
Alecia Brooks, K. Burno, Marlow Burrell, Daryl Byrd, Silvia Carlisle, Ulrike Carlson,
Savannah Carlstrom, Tiffany Carter, Leroy Carter, Kenneth Clair, Mary Clark, Shelby
Clinton, Katie Coleman, Jennifer Comstock, Peter Correll, Kathleen Crose, Anthony D,
Michael Davis, Klyvens Delaunay, Carol deProsse, Hannah Doerge, Patrick Dolan,
John Downing, Hannah Drollinger, Charlie Eastham, Doreen Edmundson, Thomas
Eisenberg, Anna Evans, Seth Ferreira, Samantha Fillenworth, Lynne Findley, Africa
Flowers, Jon Fogarty, Lesa Frantz, Anaisa Galvan, Tony Gatewood, Joel Gilbertson -
White, Sukurat Giwa, Robert Glasgow, Dillon Goodlaxson, Christopher Goodmann,
Barbara Goodnow, Tarik Gordon, Sarah Green, Justin Haines, Joan Hall, Jeanette
Hall, Sally Hartman, Gregory Hearns, Travis Heck, Sara Henryson, Aneisa Hicks,
Heather Highly. Morris Hill. Stephanie Hnesh, Melody Hobert Mellecker, Jenny
Holzhauser, Jennifer Hood, Jason Hull, Michael Hussey, Shirine Hutchinson, Laura
Jackson, Kenja Jackson, Kenja Jackson, Rebelah Jalilian-Nosraty, Alexandria Jamison -
Thomas, Palermo Jefri, Kenyatta Johnson, Armisha Johnson, Braeden Jones, Emone
Jordan, Anita Jung, M. K., Sarah Kanouse, Virginia Keith, Philip Kemp, Sarahann
Kolder, Cody Kuhens, Robert LaCroix, Merry Landenberger, Ike Lang, Sara
Langenberg, Nyiesha Lawson, Joanna Lawson, George Lazaro, Theresa Lewis, Kari
Lichtenberg, Marleen Linares, Brooks Love, Allyson Malandra, Sergio Maldonado,
Tanya Mann, Cheryl Marks, Audrey Martin, David Martinez, Latisha McDaniel, Ronnie
McDowell, John McKerley, Allison McNeese, Harding Meaghan, Tineke Melvin, Isabel
Mendoza, Laura Mendoza, Annette Michaels, Jill Moffett, Regina Morones, Nathanial
Moy, Jibreel Mustefa, Sarah Neighbors, Jaime Nevins, Frederick Newell, Mary Nichols -
Marshall, Mary Nichols -Marshall, Miranda Nielson, Kathleen Nolan, Rebecca Nyangufi,
Emily Obert, Alison Oliver, Paul Olson, Julie Olson, Natalie Parker, Shakira Parker,
Rose Phillips, Gerardo Ramirez, Fay Rasario, Maryann Rasmussen, Osa Renko, Jace
Repshire, Ann Rhodes, Santiago Rhone, Derma Rivera -Aguirre, Malik Samuel, Yolanda
Sanchez, Cassandra Santiago, Ryan Schweer, Stacia Scott, Deonte Seals, Matt
Seeman, Glara Seo, Andrew Sharkey, Mahmoud Siddig, Jessica Smith, Matt Smith,
Shannen Smith, Margaret Smith, Timothy Smith, Renee Speh, Linda Stewart Kroon,
Shubiri Sula, Amy Sundermann, Jayne Swift, Amanda Swygard, Anne Tanner, Dorothy
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Taylor, Dana Taylor, Jasmine Terrell, Nashika Tetteh, Denelle Thomas, Sean Towley,
Seipati Tshabalala, Okechukwu Ukah, Peggy Valdes, Nehemiah Vasser, Anne Ventullo,
Chris Vincent, Cerina Wade, Holly Waite, Heather Weber, Kim Webster, Lauren
Weinstock, Staci Wendt, Kayla Wheeler, Dorothy Whiston, Dave Whiting, Courtney
Wilkinson, Dawn Willging, James Willging, Tashondia Williams, Dustin Willnitz, Tyler
Wright, Allison Wright, Terry Yin, Lori Young, Kineret Zabner, Zachary Zaffis, Lydia
Zhu) regarding End Discrimination against black youth in Iowa City and its public
spaces [See staff memo from previous item]. The following individuals appeared:
LaTasha McDaniel, 331 Willow Wind Place; Tashundra Gathright, 2001 Sherman Dr.;
Okey Ukah; Destini Estes, 913 Y2 N/ Governor St.; Latasha DeLoach, 2826 Whispering
Meadows; Jason Lewis, 1403 Hollywood Blvd.; Brent Watkins, 2675 Heinz Rd. #7; Jerry
Bokassa; Mary Gravitt; Dorothy Whiston, 317 Mahaska Dr., Consultation of Religious
Communities; Pauline (Polly) Nichols Marshall; Frederick Newell; Charlie Eastham,
Consultation of Religious Communities; Royceanne Porter, 136 Appanoose Ct.; Jade
Howser, 1025 E. Washington St.; Joel Gilbertson White, 821 Spencer Dr.; Keshon
Trice; Tayo Arop, 620 S. Dodge St.; Ernie Cox, 1250 Guildford; Kayla Wheeler; and
Darren Craner.
Mary Gravitt appeared regarding a need for bus shelters on the Towncrest bus;
requested a full time maintenance person at the Iowa City Public Library; and the
condition of the curb ramps in the downtown area. Darrell Hanson, 83 Durango Place,
cited problems in reducing the four lanes to three lanes on Mormon Trek. [Council took
a brief recess]
A public hearing was held 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). Moved and
seconded to continue public hearing and defer first consideration of 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 to August 18.
Moved and seconded to approve a letter to the Johnson County Planning and
Zoning Commission rezoning from County Agriculture (A) to County Residential (R3) for
approximately 40 acres of property located at 3051 Buchmayer Bend NE in the Iowa
City/Johnson County Fringe Area (CZ15-00002).
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the PCC Pavement Rehabilitation
Project 2015, 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. 15-246, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE PCC PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT 2015,
ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID,
DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS, AND FIXING TIME
AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 917 North Dodge Street.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-247, AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A
SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 917 NORTH DODGE STREET.
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A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 1111 East Burlington Street and rescinding Resolution No. 14-262.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-248, AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A
SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 1111 EAST BURLINGTON STREET.
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 318 South Lucas Street.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-249, AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A
SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 318 SOUTH LUCAS STREET.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving a development agreement,
including the transfer of land described therein, by and between the City of Iowa City,
Iowa and CASL Holdings, LLC. Economic Development. Martha Norbeck, 906 S. 7th
Ave., appeared.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-250, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT FOR
PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT, INCLUDING THE TRANSFER OF LAND, BY AND
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA AND CASL HOLDINGS, LLC.
A public comment period was held on a resolution adopting Iowa City's FY16 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.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-251, ADOPTING IOWA CITY'S FY16
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.
A public comment period was held on a resolution adopting Iowa City's FY15 Annual
Action Plan Amendment #2, which is a sub -part of Iowa City's 2011-2015 Consolidated
Plan (City Steps), authorizing the City Manager to submit said plan and all necessary
certifications to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-252, ADOPTING IOWA CITY'S FY15
ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT #2, WHICH IS A SUB -PART OF IOWA CITY'S
2011-2015 CONSOLIDATED PLAN (CITY STEPS), AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO SUBMIT SAID PLAN AND ALL NECESSARY CERTIFICATIONS TO
THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 15-253, REJECTING BIDS RECEIVED ON
JULY 10, 2015 FOR THE WILLOW CREEK/KIWANIS PARK RENOVATION PROJECT.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 9, entitled "Motor Vehicles
and Traffic," Chapter 1, entitled "Definitions, Administration and Enforcement of Traffic
Provisions," and Chapter 8, entitled "Bicycles," to,expand the definition of "Bicycle";
permit the riding of two bicycles abreast each other; remove the requirement that
bicyclists ride to the far right side of the road; and authorize the impoundment of
inoperable bicycles, be given first vote.
Moved and seconded to make the following appointments to Board and
Commissions: appoint appoint Mark Signs, 1825 Hollywood Blvd., Syndy Conger, 1915
Calvin Ave., Emily Sieple, 47 Valley Ave., #7, to the Housing and Community
Development Commission for three vacancies to fill three-year terms September 1,
2015 — September 1, 2018. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Sally
Scott, Edie Pierce -Thomas, and Emily Seiple. Appoint Paul Roesler, 30 Mary Ct., to the
Parks and Recreation Commission for an unexpired term, upon appointment — January
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1, 2018. Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated.
The Mayor noted the following Boards and Commissions and all will be readvertised:
Airport Zoning Brd. of Adjustment for a five- year term January 1, 2014 — December 31,
2018 (Formerly advertised; Full term); Appeals, Board of, for an unexpired five-year
term January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018. For a HVAC or building design
professional or qualified by experience and training .(Unexpired term); Community
Police Review Board for a four-year term, September 1, 2015 — September 1, 2019;
Historic Preservation Commission for a Jefferson St. representative to fill three-year
terms, March 29, 2013 — March 29, 2016 (New District formed).
Moved and seconded to appoint Doug Hart as Police Department replacement on
the Johnson County E911 Service Board for a term expiring January 1, 2016.
Moved and seconded to adjourn special meeting 9:40 p.m.
A more complete description of Council Activities and disbursements is on file in the
office of the City Clerk and Finance Department.
s/Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
s/Maria. Karr, City Clerk l
Submitted for publication — 8/4/15.
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
JULY 27, 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. Absent: None. Staff members present: Fruin, Dilkes, Karr,
Andrew, Boothroy, Yapp, Hargadine, Ford, Bowers, Moran, Hightshoe, Morris, O'Brien,
Kelsey, Hart, Havel.
The Mayor proclaimed: Paint the Town Purple Day — July 31, April Holden, Angelica
Vannatta, and Ali Winn accepting.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Mayor Hayek stated there were a number of people present to address Council on
the Recreation Center matter and Police policies, and asked that the two items on the
Consent Calendar related to this be removed for separate consideration. Moved by
Payne, seconded by Dobyns, that the items and recommendations in the Consent
Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended and to consider as a
separate items 3f(8) Black Kids Play Too and 3f(9):Petition End Discrimination against
black youth:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: July 15 - Special Formal Official & Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Citizens
Police Review Board — June 16; Civil Service Commission — July 14; Historic
Preservation Commission — May 14; Historic Preservation Commission — June 11;
Human Rights Commission — June 16; Parks & Recreation Commission — May 13;
Parks & Recreation Commission — June 10; Planning and Zoning Commission —
May 18; Planning and Zoning Commission — June 4; Planning and Zoning
Commission — July 2; Public Art Advisory Committee — June 4.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Orchard Green Inc., dba Orchard Green
Restaurant, 521 S. Gilbert St.; Class C Liquor License for Chackalackal Inc., dba
One Twenty Six, 126 E. Washington St.; Class B Beer Permit for Cindy Ruppert, dba
The Basket Cases, 601 St. Thomas Ct. Class C Liquor License for Caffrey IC, Inc.,
dba Iowa City Fieldhouse, 118 S. Dubuque St.; Class C Liquor License for High
Energy Food Concepts, dba Martini's, 127 E. College St.; Outdoor Service Area for
High Energy Food Concepts, dba Martini's, 127 E. College St.; Special Class C
Liquor License for The Englert Civic Theatre, Inc., dba Englert Theatre, The, 221 E.
Washington St.; Outdoor Service Area for TLC Omnibus Inc., dba Forbidden Planet,
111 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Osaka House LLC., dba Osaka
House Restaurant, 122 E. Washington St.; Outdoor Service Area for 1 st & Main
Hospitality LLC., dba Pullman, 17 S. Dubuque St.; RES. 15-232, TO ISSUE
DANCING PERMIT to Caffrey IC, Inc., dba Fieldhouse Iowa City, 118 S. Dubuque
St.
New: Class B Beer Permit for Kum & Go LC, dba Kum & Go #502, 2303
Muscatine; Class B Beer Permit for Kum & Go LC, dba Kum & Go #504, 1310
Gilbert St.; RES. 15-231, TO ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMIT to Kum & Go LC, dba
Kum & Go #504,1310 Gilbert St.; Kum & Go LC, dba Kum & Go # 502, 2303
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Muscatine Ave.; Class C Liquor License for Bob's Your Uncle, Inc., dba Bob's Your
Uncle, 2208 N. Dodge St.
Resolutions and Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of
$12,361,922.52 for the period of May 1 through May 31, 2015, as recommended by
the Finance Director subject to audit. Approve disbursements in the amount of
$19,321,313.00 for the period of June 1 through June 30, 2015, as recommended by
the Finance Director subject to audit; RES. 15-232, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR
THE 2014 STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT; RES. 15-233,
AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY INTERESTS NECESSARY
FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY GATEWAY PROJECT [HDP -
3715(652) --71-52]; RES. 15-234, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY
SEWER IMPROVEMENTS FOR EVAN HEIGHTS, AND DECLARING THE PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE; RES. 15-235,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE STORM SEWER, SANITARY SEWER,
WATER MAIN AND PAVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS FOR SANDHILL
ESTATES, PART 3, AND DECLARING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR
PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE; RES. 15-236, AUTHORIZING THE PROCUREMENT
OF WATER METERS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016; RES. 15-237, AUTHORIZING
THE PROCUREMENT OF MOTOR FUELS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016; RES. 15-
238, AUTHORIZING THE PROCUREMENT OF ONE (1) STREET SWEEPER;
RES. 15-239, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST THE RENEWAL OF A CONTRACT FOR DESIGN, PRODUCTION, AND
MAILING OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY UTILITY BILL, LANDFILL BILL,
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE BILL, ENVELOPES, AND WEB SERVICE FOR ONE
ADDITIONAL YEAR; RES. 15-240, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO CO-
SPONSOR, WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA, A BIKE -SHARE PROGRAM
USING GRANT FUNDS FROM THE IOWA CLEAN AIR ATTAINMENT PROGRAM
(ICAAP) FROM THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION; RES. 15-241,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FUNDING AGREEMENT [2016 -TS -
009] FOR THE CONVERSION OF FIRST AVENUE FROM A FOUR -LANE TO A
THREE -LANE ROADWAY; RES. 15-242, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FUNDING AGREEMENT [2016 -TS -015] FOR THE
CONVERSION OF MORMON TREK BOULEVARD FROM A FOUR -LANE TO A
THREE -LANE ROADWAY; RES. 15-243, AMENDING THE BUDGETED
POSITIONS IN THE TRANSPORTATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
DEPARTMENT AND THE AFSCME PAY PLAN BY ELIMINATING ONE SENIOR
MW — LANDFILL POSITION AFSCME GRADE 12, AND ADDING ONE LANDFILL
OPERATOR POSITION, AFSCME GRADE 9; RES. 15-244, ACCEPTING THE
DEDICATION OF AUDITOR'S PARCEL 2015037 AS PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
ADJACENT TO 629 S. RIVERSIDE DRIVE, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Setting Public Hearings: Setting a public hearing for August 18 on an ordinance
vacating an un -paved street right-of-way known as Auditor's Parcel #2008020 and
two utility easements adjacent to Lot 10 of Highlander Development Third Addition
located east of Northgate Drive (VAC15-00002); Setting a public hearing for August
18 on an ordinance vacating the un -paved portion of Harrison Street located west of
Linn (VAC15-00004); Setting a public hearing for August 18 on an ordinance
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amending Title 14: Zoning to Zoning to add a definition for "Rooftop Service Areas"
and establish standards for such uses; RES. 15-245, SETTING A PUBLIC
HEARING for August 18 ON AMENDING THE FY2016 OPERATING BUDGET.
Correspondence: Nancy Bird regarding Support requested to improve
Downtown alleys [Staff response included]; Jerry Bokassa regarding Illegal
Eviction?; Linda Quinn regarding Proposal to ban plastic bags; Lucy Morris
regarding Post Office [Staff response included]; Rebecca Calacci regarding Mark
Moen; Martha Norbeck regarding RISE proposed questions; Brian Flanagan
regarding Hometown pride; Assistant Traffic Engineering Planner regarding
Installation of two (2) NO PARKING ANY TIME signs for southbound traffic on the
southwest corner of the Dublin Drive and Killarney Road intersection; Traffic
Engineering Planner regarding Installation of (1) STOP sign on the northeast corner
of the Prairie Du Chien Road and St. Clement Street intersection; Traffic
Engineering Planner regarding Removal of (3) metered parking spaces on the south
side of Jefferson Street at the intersection with Linn Street and establishment of
moped / motorcycle permit parking at the same location; Traffic Engineering Planner
regarding Installation of YIELD signs on Rochester Court and Ridgeway Drive at
their respective intersections with Ashwood Drive; Barbara Vinograde regarding
Hello from the Free Medical Clinic
Moved by Mims, seconded by Throgmorton, to accept correspondence (items 3f(8)
and (9) from Tabitha Wiggins regarding Testimony For City Council Meeting — Black
Kids Play Too [Staff memo included] and the Petition signed by 203 people (Carol
Adderley, Enough Already, Barbara Anderson, Adrian Aron, Elizabeth Baertlein, LaMar
Barber, Sara Barron, Jennifer Baum, Anna Bell, Faith Bennett, Kim Bergen -Jackson,
Destiney Blount, Anthony Bodensteiner, Michelle Boss, Pat Bowen, Loraine Brenner,
Morgan Brittain, Alecia Brooks, K. Burno, Marlow Burrell, Daryl Byrd, Silvia Carlisle,
Ulrike Carlson, Savannah Carlstrom, Tiffany Carter, Leroy Carter, Kenneth Clair, Mary
Clark, Shelby Clinton, Katie Coleman, Jennifer Comstock, Peter Correll, Kathleen
Crose, Anthony D, Michael Davis, Klyvens Delaunay, Carol deProsse, Hannah Doerge,
Patrick Dolan, John Downing, Hannah Drollinger, Charlie Eastham, Doreen
Edmundson, Thomas Eisenberg, Anna Evans, Seth Ferreira, Samantha Fillenworth,
Lynne Findley, Africa Flowers, Jon Fogarty, Lesa Frantz, Anaisa Galvan, Tony
Gatewood, Joel Gilbertson -White, Sukurat Giwa, Robert Glasgow, Dillon Goodlaxson,
Christopher Goodmann, Barbara Goodnow, Tarik Gordon, Sarah Green, Justin Haines,
Joan Hall, Jeanette Hall, Sally Hartman, Gregory Hearns, Travis Heck, Sara Henryson,
Aneisa Hicks, Heather Highly. Morris Hill. Stephanie Hnesh, Melody Hobert Mellecker,
Jenny Holzhauser, Jennifer Hood, Jason Hull, Michael Hussey, Shirine Hutchinson,
Laura Jackson, Kenja Jackson, Kenja Jackson, Rebelah Jalilian-Nosraty, Alexandria
Jamison -Thomas, Palermo Jefri, Kenyatta Johnson, Armisha Johnson, Braeden Jones,
Emone Jordan, Anita Jung, M. K., Sarah Kanouse, Virginia Keith, Philip Kemp,
Sarahann Kolder, Cody Kuhens, Robert LaCroix, Merry Landenberger, Ike Lang, Sara
Langenberg, Nyiesha Lawson, Joanna Lawson, George Lazaro, Theresa Lewis, Kari
Lichtenberg, Marleen Linares, Brooks Love, Allyson Malandra, Sergio Maldonado,
Tanya Mann, Cheryl Marks, Audrey Martin, David Martinez, Latisha McDaniel, Ronnie
McDowell, John McKerley, Allison McNeese, Harding Meaghan, Tineke Melvin, Isabel
Mendoza, Laura Mendoza, Annette Michaels, Jill Moffett, Regina Morones, Nathanial
Moy, Jibreel Mustefa, Sarah Neighbors, Jaime Nevins, Frederick Newell, Mary Nichols -
Marshall, Mary Nichols -Marshall, Miranda Nielson, Kathleen Nolan, Rebecca Nyangufi,
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Emily Obert, Alison Oliver, Paul Olson, Julie Olson, Natalie Parker, Shakira Parker,
Rose Phillips, Gerardo Ramirez, Fay Rasario, Maryann Rasmussen, Osa Renko, Jace
Repshire, Ann Rhodes, Santiago Rhone, Derma Rivera -Aguirre, Malik Samuel, Yolanda
Sanchez, Cassandra Santiago, Ryan Schweer, Stacia Scott, Deonte Seals, Matt
Seeman, Glara Seo, Andrew Sharkey, Mahmoud Siddig, Jessica Smith, Matt Smith,
Shannen Smith, Margaret Smith, Timothy Smith, Renee Speh, Linda Stewart Kroon,
Shubiri Sula, Amy Sundermann, Jayne Swift, Amanda Swygard, Anne Tanner, Dorothy
Taylor, Dana Taylor, Jasmine Terrell, Nashika Tetteh, Denelle Thomas, Sean Towley,
Seipati Tshabalala, Okechukwu Ukah, Peggy Valdes, Nehemiah Vasser, Anne Ventullo,
Chris Vincent, Cerina Wade, Holly Waite, Heather Weber, Kim Webster, Lauren
Weinstock, Staci Wendt, Kayla Wheeler, Dorothy Whiston, Dave Whiting, Courtney
Wilkinson, Dawn Willging, James Willging, Tashondia Williams, Dustin Willnitz, Tyler
Wright, Allison Wright, Terry Yin, Lori Young, Kineret Zabner, Zachary Zaffis, Lydia
Zhu) regarding End Discrimination against black youth in Iowa City and its public
spaces [See staff memo from previous item]. The following individuals appeared:
LaTasha McDaniel, 331 Willow Wind Place; Tashundra Gathright, 2001 Sherman Dr.;
Okey Ukah; Destini Estes, 913 Y2 N/ Governor St.; Latasha DeLoach, 2826 Whispering
Meadows; Jason Lewis, 1403 Hollywood Blvd.; Brent Watkins, 2675 Heinz Rd. #7; Jerry
Bokassa; Mary Gravitt; Dorothy Whiston, 317 Mahaska Dr., Consultation of Religious
Communities; Pauline (Polly) Nichols Marshall; Frederick Newell; Charlie Eastham,
Consultation of Religious Communities; Royceanne Porter, 136 Appanoose Ct.; Jade
Howser, 1025 E. Washington St.; Joel Gilbertson White, 821 Spencer Dr.; Keshon
Trice; Tayo Arop, 620 S. Dodge St.; Ernie Cox, 1250 Guildford; Kayla Wheeler; and
Darren Craner. Individual Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared
the motion to accept correspondence carried.
Mary Gravitt appeared regarding a need for bus shelters on the Towncrest bus;
requested a full time maintenance person at the Iowa City Public Library; and the
condition of the curb ramps in the downtown area. Darrell Hanson, 83 Durango Place,
cited problems in reducing the four lanes to three lanes on Mormon Trek. [Council took
a brief recess]
A public hearing was held 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). Moved by
Mims, seconded by Botchway to continue public hearing and defer first consideration of
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 to August 18 Development Services
Coordinator Yapp presented a power point. No one appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to approve a letter to the Johnson County
Planning and Zoning Commission rezoning from County Agriculture (A) to County
Residential (R3) for approximately 40 acres of property located at 3051 Buchmayer
Bend NE in the Iowa City/Johnson County Fringe Area (CZ15-00002).
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the PCC Pavement Rehabilitation
Project 2015, 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 Payne, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-246, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PCC PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT 2015,
ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID,
DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS, AND FIXING TIME
AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 917 North Dodge Street. No one appeared.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Payne, to adopt RES. 15-247, AUTHORIZING
CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 917 NORTH DODGE
STREET.
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 1111 East Burlington Street and rescinding Resolution No. 14-262. No
one appeared.
Moved by Dobyns, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-248, AUTHORIZING
CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 1111 EAST
BURLINGTON STREET.
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 318 South Lucas Street. No one appeared.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-249, AUTHORIZING
CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 318 SOUTH LUCAS
STREET.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving a development agreement,
including the transfer of land described therein, by and between the City of Iowa City,
Iowa and CASL Holdings, LLC. Economic Development Coordinator Ford presented a
power point. Neighborhood Services Dir. Boothroy present for discussion. Martha
Norbeck, 906 S. 7th Ave., appeared. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-250, APPROVING AN
AGREEMENT FOR PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT, INCLUDING THE TRANSFER OF
LAND, BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA AND CASL HOLDINGS,
LLC.
A public comment period was held on a resolution adopting Iowa City's FY16 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. No one
appeared.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Payne, to adopt RES. 15-251, ADOPTING IOWA
CITY'S FY16 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.
A public comment period was held on a resolution adopting Iowa City's FY15 Annual
Action Plan Amendment #2, which is a sub -part of Iowa City's 2011-2015 Consolidated
Plan (City Steps), authorizing the City Manager to submit said plan and all necessary
certifications to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. No one
appeared.
Moved by Payne, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-252, ADOPTING IOWA
CITY'S FY15 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT #2, WHICH IS A SUB -PART OF
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IOWA CITY'S 2011-2015 CONSOLIDATED PLAN (CITY STEPS), AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT SAID PLAN AND ALL NECESSARY CERTIFICATIONS
TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 15-253, REJECTING BIDS
RECEIVED ON JULY 10, 2015 FOR THE WILLOW CREEK/KIWANIS PARK
RENOVATION PROJECT. Parks & Recreation Dir. Moran present for discussion.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Payne, that the ordinance amending Title 9, entitled
"Motor Vehicles and Traffic," Chapter 1, entitled "Definitions, Administration and
Enforcement of Traffic Provisions," and Chapter 8, entitled "Bicycles," to expand the
definition of "Bicycle"; permit the riding of two bicycles abreast each other; remove the
requirement that bicyclists ride to the far right side of the road; and authorize the
impoundment of inoperable bicycles, be given first vote. Individual Council Members
expressed their views.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to make the following appointments to
Board and Commissions: appoint appoint Mark Signs, 1825 Hollywood Blvd., Syndy
Conger, 1915 Calvin Ave., Emily Sieple, 47 Valley Ave., #7, to the Housing and
Community Development Commission for three vacancies to fill three-year terms
September 1, 2015 — September 1, 2018. Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims to
accept correspondence from Sally Scott, Edie Pierce -Thomas, and Emily Seiple.
Appoint Paul Roesler, 30 Mary Ct., to the Parks and Recreation Commission for an
unexpired term, upon appointment — January 1, 2018. Applicants MUST reside in Iowa
City and be 18 years of age unless specific qualifications are stated.
The Mayor noted the following Boards and Commissions and all will be readvertised:
Airport Zoning Brd. of Adjustment for a five- year term January 1, 2014 — December 31,
2018 (Formerly advertised; Full term); Appeals, Board of, for an unexpired five-year
term January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018. For a HVAC or building design
professional or qualified by experience and training .(Unexpired term); Community
Police Review Board for a four-year term, September 1, 2015 — September 1, 2019;
Historic Preservation Commission for a Jefferson St. representative to fill three-year
terms, March 29, 2013 — March 29, 2016 (New District formed).
Moved by Payne, seconded by Botchway, to appoint Doug Hart as Police
Department replacement on the Johnson County E911 Service Board for a term
expiring January 1, 2016.
Council Member Dobyns reported on hosting RABRAI riders for breakfast, the early
ride through downtown Iowa City, and the possibility of Iowa City being a host city in the
future.
Council Member Payne reminded everyone of the annual Rummage in the Ramp
event.
Council Member Throgmorton reported on his participation in the Iowa City Pride
Parade; Affordable Housing Coalition's Mixer; Party in the Park at North Market Square;
the ADA's 25th anniversary celebration; and his recent visit to Prague participating in a
conference.
Council Member Botchway noted agenda item # 3d(11), bike sharing grant, and his
participating in bike sharing in other cities.
Mayor Hayek reported on his participation in the White House Conference on Aging.
Asst. City Manager Fruin announced Parks & Recreation Dir. Moran would be
celebrating his 32nd anniversary with the City and retiring on September 25; and noted
his projects over his past five years as Director.
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Moved by Payne, seconded by Mims, to adjourn special meeting 9:40 p.m.
Matthew J. Hayek, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk