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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
MARCH 23, 2016
Iowa City City Council special meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Throgmorton
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Dickens, Cole, Mims, Taylor, Thomas,
Throgmorton. Absent: None. Staff members present: Fruin, Andrew, Dilkes, Karr,
Korpel, O'Brien, Knoche, Yapp, Boothroy, Bockenstedt.
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Horn Elementary students:
Teagan Clouthier-Proud, Waad Ibrahim, Kaitlyn Schmidt -Rundell.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims, to defer Item 3d (1), Resolution approving
Final Plat of Churchill Meadows Parts Two and Three, to April 5th and 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: March 1 Work Session; March 1 Regular 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 — January 21; Airport Commission — February 2; Board of Library
Trustees — January 28; Historic Preservation Commission — February 11; Human
Rights Commission — February 16; Parks and Recreation Commission — January 13;
Planning and Zoning Commission — February 18; Public Art Advisory Committee —
February 4; Senior Center Commission — January 14.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Beer Permit for DOLGENCORP, LLC, dba Dollar General Store #
8137, 41 Highway 1 W Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Lodge No. 590 B.P.O.
Elks, dba B..P.O. Elks # 590, 637 Foster Rd.; Class C Liquor License for Katy LLC.,
dba Trumpet Blossom Cafe, 310 E Prentiss St.Outdoor Service Area for Katy
LLC., dba Trumpet Blossom Cafe, 310 E. Prentiss St.; Class E Liquor License for
Sector, Inc., dba Creekside Market, 2601 Hwy 6 E. ; Class C Liquor License for
Apres Iowa City LLC.,dba Apres, 1010 Martin St.; Outdoor Service Area for Apres
Iowa City LLC., dba Apres, 1010 Martin St.; Class C Liquor License for Graze Iowa
City LLC.,dba Graze, 115 E. College St.; Class C Liquor License for Caliente Night
Club, Inc., dba Caliente Night Club, Inc., 171 Hwy 1 W.; RES. 16-63, TO ISSUE
DANCING PERMIT to Caliente Night Club, Inc., dba Caliente Night Club, Inc., 171
Hwy 1 West; Class C Beer Permit for ND Express, Inc., dba North Dodge Sinclair,
2153 ACT Circle Class C Beer Permit for Suburban Investors LLC., dba Suburban
BP Amoco -Keokuk St., 1905 Keokuk St. New: Outdoor Service Area for Quezer,
Inc., dba Shakespeare's, 819 S. 1st Ave.; Class E Liquor License for Kum & Go
LC., dba Kum & Go # 502, 2303 Muscatine Ave. Special Class C Liquor License
for Yang Yang LLC., dba Bashu Chinese Cuisine, 127 N. Linn St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 16-64, APPROVING FINAL PLAT OF
HIGHLANDER DEVELOPMENT FOURTH ADDITION, PART 1, IOWA CITY, IOWA;
RES. 16-65, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER AND WATER
MAIN IMPROVEMENTS FOR CARTER ESTATE, AND DECLARING PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS AND USE; RES. 16-66,
AWARDING CONTRACT to Feldman Concrete for $ 79,916.60 AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
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CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE CURB RAMP 2016 PROJECT; RES.
16-67, DESIGNATING THE AUTHORIZED OFFICERS OR EMPLOYEES TO
CONDUCT BUSINESS WITH AUTHORIZED BANKING INSTITUTIONS; RES. 16-
68, AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND
THE POLICE LABOR RELATIONS ORGANIZATION OF IOWA CITY TO BE
EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2016 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2019; RES. 16-69,
AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE
IOWA CITY ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS, IAFF LOCAL
#610 TO BE EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2016 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2019; Approve
disbursements in the amount of $9,393,698.27 for the period of February 1 through
February 29, 2016, as recommended by the finance director subject to audit; RES.
16-70, APPROVING THE IOWA CITY TRANSIT TITLE VI PROGRAM PLAN; RES.
16-71, ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY AND A
SANITARY SEWER AND UNDERGROUND UTILITY EASEMENT ASSOCIATED
WITH THE DODGE / CONKLIN DEVELOPMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CLERK TO ATTEST SAID EASEMENT
AGREEMENTS.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 16-72, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON APRIL
5, 2016 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE
OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE ASPHALT RESURFACING
PROJECT 2016, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID
HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON
FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION; Setting a public hearing for April 5 on an
ordinance rezoning property located at 716 North Dubuque Street from High Density
Multi -Family (RM -44) Zone to Iowa City Historic District Overlay/High Density Multi -
Family (OHD / RM44) ZONE (REZ16-00001); Setting a public hearing for the May
3, 2016 City Council meeting regarding the Iowa Department of Transportation
Consolidated Transit Funding application for Iowa City Transit
Correspondence: Carolyn Zaiser; Dan Lechay regarding Funding Ped Mall
"Lens" Art Piece; Dan Daly: Bookmobile for Iowa City; Jenny Britton regarding Solar
Tree on the Ped Mall; Clay Claussen regarding Interim City Manager Appointment;
Kathryn Klarich; Claire Muerdter regarding Support for apartment recycling; Adam
Herrig regarding Traffic Calming Arlington Drive; Dave Cusick regarding Proposed
Speed Humps on 7th Ave. [Staff responses included]; Joseph Jason regarding
Criticism of Iowa City Police Department, Johnson County Prosecutor and Johnson
County Board of Supervisors [Staff responses included]; Barry London; Dale and
Helen Heck; Kris Westphal; Drs. Mo. and Mary Khowassah regarding Ryan Project,
Walnut Ridge off Camp Cardinal Road. [This item is currently before the Planning
and Zoning Commission and will be to Council in late April or May]; Mary Gutmann
regarding Publicity release Shoulda Been event at the Senior Center; Anne Wallace
regarding Oversized Yard Waste Cans [Staff responses included]; Sally Scott
regarding Housing Market and Affordable Housing; City Engineer regarding
Competitive Quotation Results; Douglas Hills, Nancy Davin, regarding Newspaper
distribution.
Leah Cohen, 896 Sugarloaf Circle and owner Bo James, and Matthew
Chackalackal, owner of 126, Hearth, and Moon Rakers appeared regarding changes
in the Washington Street construction project. Staff will look into adjustments that could
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be made to accommodate the request. Moved by Botchway, seconded by Dickens, to
accept correspondence from Leah Cohen.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance vacating an approximately 15 -foot -wide
portion of Herbert Hoover Highway located adjacent to Churchill Meadows — Part One
(VAC15-00008). Correspondence from Joe Holland received. Development Services
Coordinator Yapp presented a power point.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance vacating an
approximately 15 -foot -wide portion of Herbert Hoover Highway located adjacent to
Churchill Meadows — Part One (VAC15-00008), be given first vote.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Thomas, to defer to April 19 an ordinance vacating the
Waterfront Drive public right-of-way (VAC15-0007).
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that ORD. 16-4659, REZONING 9.33
ACRES OF PROPERTY FROM LOW DENSITY SINGLE FAMILY (RS -5) ZONE AND
MEDIUM DENSITY SINGLE FAMILY (RS -8) ZONE TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
OVERLAY (OPD -8) ZONE AND A SENSITIVE AREAS DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR
PINE GROVE LOCATED SOUTH OF LOWER WEST BRANCH ROAD BETWEEN
SCOTT BOULEVARD AND HUMMINGBIRD LANE (REZ15-00023/SUB15-00031), be
passed and adopted. The following individuals appeared: Greg Hamilton, 260
Hummingbird Lane presented a power point; Duane Musser, MMS Consultants; Monica
Maloney-Mitros; and developer Steve Kohli. Development Coordinator Yapp present for
discussion. Individual Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the
ordinance adopted, 5/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Dickens,
Mims, Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole. Nays: Thomas, Taylor. Moved by Botchway,
seconded by Dickens, to accept correspondence from Gregory Hamilton, Monica
Maloney-Mitros, Linda, Farmer, Gaby Cardenas, Lorena, Maggie Keyser, Ann and Greg
Muilenburg, Ted Wieler, Thomas Stevenson, Rosemarie Scullion, Chester Woodman,
Kevin Keyser, Walt and Joan Foley, Lonnee and Cathy Burkholder, William and Pamela
Kutschke.
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 621 North Johnson Street. No one appeared.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 16-73, AUTHORIZING
CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 621 NORTH JOHNSON
STREET.
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. 16-4660, AMENDING TITLE 3, ENTITLED "FINANCES,
TAXATION & FEES," CHAPTER 4, "SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES,
BONDS, FINES, AND PENALTIES," SECTION 6, "STORMWATER UTILITY FEE" AND
AMENDING TITLE 16 ENTITLED "PUBLIC WORKS," CHAPTER 3, "CITY UTILITIES,"
ARTICLE G, "STORM WATER COLLECTION, DISCHARGE AND RUNOFF,"
SECTION 10(F)(3) TO CHANGE THE RATE OF THE STORMWATER UTILITY FEE.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 Botchway, that the ordinance amending Title 5,
entitled "Business and License Regulations," by adding a new Chapter 3, entitled
"Transportation Network Companies", be given first vote as amended by changing the
reference to Iowa Code Section 321.20 to "all applicable State and Federal laws", and
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add that all vehicles must be 10 model years old or newer. Asst. to the City Manager
Andrew present for discussion. The following individuals appeared: Clay Carroll, Uber
Technologies; Rebecca Neades, Iowa City Area Chamber of Commerce; Dustin
Mazgaj, Yellow Cab driver; Joe Laskowski, Marco's Taxi Cab driver; Roger Bradley,
Manager Yellow Cab; Gary Todd, Iowa City, Uber driver; William Breese, Cedar Rapids,
Uber driver; Josh Schamberger, President Iowa City / Coralville Area Convention and
Visitors Bureau; Nate Kading, Iowa City Downtown District; Jacob Simpson, University
of Iowa Student Government (UISG); Dave Stoddard, owner, Yellow Cab; Dennis
Doderer, Iowa City, Cab Dennis; Helene Lubaroff, 1514 Spruce St., Marco's Taxi driver;
Carol Hustad, Cedar Rapids, Uber driver; Alexandra Wyrick, University of Iowa student;
Melody Godaev, Cedar Rapids, Uber driver; Caleb Bell, University of Iowa student;
Holly Berkowitz, 40 Gallup Place; Osman Anul, Uber driver. Individual Council
Members expressed their views. Moved by Botchway, seconded Dickens, to accept
correspondence from Nate VanDer Weide, Bob Long x 2, Harry Olmstead x 2, Roger
Bradley, Howard Butler, Tricia Ball, and Christopher Bergan.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 16-74, 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 Dickens, to make the following appointments to
Boards and Commissions: appoint Robert Libby, 1108 Brookwood Dr., to the Airport
Commission for a four-year term March 1, 2016 — March 1, 2020; appoint Richard
Wyss, 15 Heron Circle, to the Civil Service Commission for a four-year term, April 2,
2016 - April 4, 2020; appoint Cecile Kuenzli, 705 S. Summit St., to the Historic
Preservation Commission as a Summit St. representative for a three-year term, March
29, 2016 — March 29, 2019; appoint Mark Signs, 1825 Hollywood Blvd. and reappoint
Carolyn Stewart Dyer, 1621 Ridge Rd., to the Planning and Zoning Commission for five-
year terms, May 1, 2016 — May 1, 2021; appoint Paul Gowder, 916 Kirkwood Ave., to
the Telecommunications Commission to fill a three-year term, March 13, 2016 — March
13, 2019. Moved by Botchway, seconded by Dickens, to accept correspondence from
Carolyn Dyer (2) and Paul Gowder, Harry Olmstead, Mark Signs.
The Mayor noted no applications were received for the following vacancies and all
will be readvertised: Airport Zoning Brd of Adjustment for a five-year term January 1,
2016 - December 31, 2020; Airport Zoning Brd. of Adjustment for a five-year term
January 1, 2014 — December 31, 2018 (Formerly advertised); 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; Historic
Preservation Commission for a Jefferson St. representative to fill three-year terms,
March 29, 2013 — March 29, 2016 (New District formed). 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 by Botchway, seconded by Mims, to appoint Council Member Taylor as an
alternate to the Seats Paratransit Advisory Committee for a two year term.
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The Mayor noted the previous vacancy: Airport Zoning Commission, for a six-year
term January 1, 2016 — December 31, 2021; Applications must be received by 5:00
p.m., Wednesday, April 13, 2016.
The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Housing and Community Development
Commission for an unexpired term — September 1, 2016. Human Rights Commission
for an unexpired term ending January 1, 2017. Correspondence received from Ali
Ahmed. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 27, 2016.
Council Member Taylor noted this was Severe Weather Awareness Week and the
City had its drill earlier in the evening and residents would be hearing the sirens on
Thursday, the 24th, and urged everyone to participate and be aware of their safe places.
Council Member Thomas noted an Evening at the Ecopolis scheduled for April 25 in
the Old Capitol Senate Chambers with a performance by Jeff Biggers and the Awful
Purdies.
Council Member Mims noted two events. Making Johnson County a Livable County,
April 16, from 11 to 2 at 203 Johnson County Human Services Building; and a
symposium on criminal justice reform on April 22 from noon to 5PM at the Lindquist
Center on the University campus.
Council Member Dickens announced that Mission Creek tickets were on sale; and
wished former City Manager Markus good luck at his new position in Lawrence, KS and
welcomed interim City Manager Geoff Fruin.
Council Member Cole reported he enjoyed the inclusive city's presentation by Robin
Hambleton, and the collaboration between the City and University on the event. Mayor
Throgmorton stated that the event was co-sponsored not only by the City of Iowa City
and the University of Iowa but also the cities of Coralville, North Liberty, Johnson
County Board of Supervisors, and the University of Iowa's Public Policy Center.
Mayor Throgmorton reference two events. On March 28 City staff will make a public
presentation about the recent four star rating the community received; and noted he and
Asst. to the City Manager Andrew attended the National League of Cities meeting in
Washington DC on March 5-9, and thanked Senators Grassley and Ernst for meeting
with them.
Interim City Manager Fruin reported he had spoken to former City Manager Markus
and reported he attended his first Commission meeting and were doing budgets.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adjourn special meeting at 9:35 p.m.
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MEMORANDUM
Date: February 25, 2016
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, March 1, 2016, 5:00 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Botchway, Cole, Dickens, Mims, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton
UISG: Neal
Staff: Markus, Fruin, Andrew, Dilkes, Karr, Korpel, Havel, Yapp, Boothroy,
Bockenstedt, Knoche, Hart, Craig, Seydell-Johnson, Schaul, Dulek, O'Brien,
Ralston, Ford, Bollinger, Logsden
A transcription and power points are available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.
QUESTIONS FROM COUNCIL REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
1. (Agenda item # 13 — Transportation Network Companies... ordinance ... ) Council
Member Cole noted there was a lot of information in the packet, and suggested the item
be deferred to allow him time to research it further and get more community input.
Council Member Botchway suggested that Council hear the comments at the formal
agenda, give first consideration, and ask for more information and time if necessary prior
to second consideration later in the month. Individual Council Members expressed their
views. Mayor Throgmorton suggested Council hear the staff presentation at the work
session, as well as community input at the formal meeting, and then make a decision on
proceeding with first consideration.
2. (Consent Calendar item # 4d(10) — Strategic Planning Priorities ... resolution ...) Council
Member Mims requested the item the item be removed from the Consent Calendar for
separate consideration.
3. (Consent Calendar item # 4d(3) — Moss Ridge Phase 1; and # 4d(7) — Churchill
Meadows Parts Two and Three) In response to Council Member Mims, City Clerk Karr
stated that item # 4d(3) should be deferred to March 23 and # 4d(7) should be deferred
indefinitely; and could all be done with one motion at the formal meeting.
4. (Consent Calendar item # 4f(3) — Law Programs Request .. Request for Iowa City
resolution... domestic violence ... ) Mayor Throgmorton directed staff to contact the
Program and ask them to make a brief presentation at the March 23rd work session; and
after discussion determine if action would be considered at a future meeting.
5. (Agenda item # 12 - ICDD Fundraising ...art work in pedestrian mall (Lens) ...) In
response to Mayor Throgmorton, a majority of Council agreed to retain the present
location of item # 12 on the agenda and not move it up.
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REVIEW OF TRANSPORTATION NETWORK COMPANY AGENDA ITEM (UBER) [AGENDA
ITEM # 131
Asst. to the City Mgr. Andrew presented information and facilitated discussion. After discussion
Council expressed interest in information from other cities with longer history of Uber
ridesharing; experience of nearby Iowa cities; and information on taxicab complaints. Majority
agreed to hear public comments that evening and then decide to give first consideration or defer
to another meeting to allow more time to review information.
INFORMATION PACKET DISCUSSION [FEBRUARY 18.251
February 18
1. (IP # 2 - Child Data Snapshot) Mayor Pro tem Botchway noted information on the
increase of children in poverty since 2000 and requested discussion of the criteria used
for Aid to Agencies funding. City Mgr. Markus suggested a discussion occur with
representatives of United Way and Neighborhood Services Coordinator Hightshoe at an
upcoming council work session.
February 25
1. (IP # 4 — Paratransit Advisory Committee) Council Member Dickson reported on the
February 23 meeting and that the Committee has been downsized from two City
representatives to one and requested Council Member Taylor be named as alternate to
this committee if he is unable to attend. Majority agreed, City Clerk Karr will add the
appointment to the next formal agenda.
2. (IP # 5 - ... MPOJC's Long Range Transportation Plan) Council Member Thomas
referenced his memo on scoring criteria and possible revisions to better reflect the
Council's new strategic Plan. MPOJC Dir. Ralston present for discussion. Council
Members Thomas, Mims, and Cole volunteered to meet with T -TAC (Technical Advisory
Committee) members prior to the T -TAC March 22 meeting.
3. (IP # 8 - Criminal Justice Coordinating Committee minutes) Mayor Pro tem Botchway
reported on the Committee and updated Council on efforts to speak with other
jurisdictions and collection of police data.
4. (IP # 6 - Article form City Manager... Sanctuary Cities) In response to Mayor Pro tem
Botchway, the City Manager responded that Iowa City is not a Sanctuary City and that
some of the same points identified in the article were part of the local debate.
5. (IP # 9 - ... Building Code Effectiveness Grading Classification) Development Services
Coordinator Yapp responded to questions on the certification.
6. (Late handout ... listening post) In response to City Clerk Karr, Council Members
Thomas and Taylor volunteered to attend the Old Capital Center listening post
scheduled for April 20 from 1-3:00 pm. Karr indicated staff was still working out details
for a listening post later in April at Pheasant Ridge Neighborhood Center.
COUNCIL TIME
1. Council Member Dickens reported on the (CSIP) Comprehensive School Improvement
Plan and stated Supt. Murley would be sending a report card for inclusion in the next
packet.
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2. Mayor Pro tem Botchway reiterated his comments from earlier in the meeting regarding
the Child Data information and encouraged the City to become involved in initiatives
involving our youth during the summer.
3. Mayor Throgmorton reported on a number of events:
➢ Partnership for alcohol safety
➢ Chamber Annual Banquet
➢ Soul Food Dinner
➢ Blue Zone celebration
➢ School Rep Chris Lynch and Brian Kershling w/ Council Member Mims
➢ University Pres. Harreld with CM Markus, ACM Fruin, Mayor Pro tem Botchway
➢ Cedar Rapids State of City message with Mayor Pro tem Botchway
➢ Sertoma Club award luncheon
MEETING SCHEDULE
None
PENDING WORK SESSION TOPICS FIP # 3 Info Packet of 2/251
Mayor Throgmorton noted conversations with Asst. City Mgr. Fruin regarding a revised pending
list with a substantial number of items form the Council's strategic plan that requires further
Council direction; and a conversation with City Clerk Karr regarding a preliminary schedule for
selecting a permanent City Manager.
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS / COUNCIL INVITATIONS
Individual Council Members noted the following upcoming events:
March 3 — UN Association's 1000 Dinners
March 4 -Annual Chili Supper for ARC if Southeast Iowa
March 5 — Pancake Breakfast fundraiser for Crisis Center
March 5-9 — Mayor and Asst. to City Mgr. Andrew National League of Cities meeting
City Manager Markus announced that former Council Member Dobyns has been appointed by
University President Harreld to serve on the CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) committee
Meeting ended 6:25 PM.
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 3/1/16
Iowa City City Council meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Throgmorton
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Cole, Dickens, Mims, Taylor, Thomas,
Throgmorton. Absent: None.
ITEM 2. PROCLAMATIONS: ITEM 2a. Special Olympics Month — March, Joyce
Rossi accepting. Special Olympians present were: Julia Brumbaugh, Sarah Burton,
Jenna Helms, Robin Kugley, Chambria Loffer, Brianna McFarland, Cindy Moore,
Danielle Morgan, Mercedes Nicks, Kelly Peterson, Laurie Ruth, Anne Greenstine,
Lindsey Warner, Jeff Hacker, and Shari McKee; Women's History Month — March,
Human Rights Commissioner Andrea Cohen accepting.
ITEM 3. STUDENT LEADERSHIP AWARDS: Regina Elementary - Sam Aitchison,
Adam Boblenz, and Frances Bottorff.
The Mayor proclaimed Tom Markus Day — March 4, recognizing City Manager Markus'
five year career with the City and his departure to be City Manager in Lawrence,
Kansas.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
ITEM 4. CONSENT CALENDAR: Defer Item 4d (3), Approving Final Plat of Moss
Ridge Phase 1, indefinitely; defer item 4d(7), Resolution approving Final Plat of Churchhill
Meadows Parts Two and Three, to March 23; and removal for separate consideration
item 4d(10), Resolution establishing Strategic Planning Priorities, and that the items and
recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or amended:
ITEM 4a. Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk: ITEM 4a(1) January 9 Work Session (Budget), January 11 Work Session
(CIP and Budget); February 16 Work Session; February 16 Regular Formal Official &
Complete.
ITEM 4b. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Board of
Adjustment — January 13; Community Police Review Board — January 20; Community
Police Review Board — January 25; Historic Preservation Commission — January 14;
Housing and Community Development Commission — January 21; Human Rights
Committee — January 19; Planning and Zoning Commission — January 21;
Telecommunications Commission — January 25.
ITEM 4c. Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Northside Bistro, 203 North Linn St.; Special
Class C Liquor License for Noodles Company, 201 S. Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area
for Noodles & Company, 201 S. Clinton St.; Special Class C Liquor License for Pop's
Old and New BBQ, 130 N. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Pop's Old And New
BBQ, 130 N. Dubuque St. Ownership Change: Special Class C Liquor License for Pop's
Old and New BBQ, 130 N. Dubuque St.
ITEM 4d. Resolutions and Motions: 4d(1) Approve disbursements in the amount of
$9,501,483.15 for the period of January 1 through January 31, 2016, as recommended
by the finance director subject to audit; RES. 16-51, APPROVING THE
APPOINTMENT OF GEOFF FRUIN AS INTERIM CITY MANAGER FOR THE CITY OF
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March 1, 2016
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IOWA CITY; RES. 16-52, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION
OF THE 2016 WASHINGTON STREET STREETSCAPE PROJECT; RES. 16-53,
ESTABLISHING A SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES FOR OAKLAND
CEMETERY AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 11-19; RES. 16-54, NAMING
DEPOSITORIES; Letter to the Johnson County Board of Adjustment recommending
approval 4860 American Legion Road County Conditional Use Permit (CU16-00001);
RES. 16-55, EXTENDING THE DEADLINE FOR BURLINGTON TRAILWAYS TO
EXERCISE THEIR RENEWAL OPTION ON THEIR LEASE OF COURT STREET
TRANSPORTATION CENTER SPACE TO MARCH 15, 2016.
ITEM 4e Setting Public Hearings: ITEM 4e(1) SETTING A PUBLIC HEARINGS Set
public hearing for March 23 on an ordinance vacating an approximately 15 -foot -wide
portion of Herbert Hoover Highway located adjacent to Churchill Meadows — Part One
(VAC15-00008); RES. 16-56, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR MARCH 23, 2016, ON
A PROPOSAL TO CONVEY A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 621 NORTH
JOHNSON STREET AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 16-45.
ITEM 4f. Correspondence: Darrell Hansen, Bob Elliott, Bob Roelf, Jim Neades
regarding Street Concerns [Staff responses included]; Bjorn Swenson regarding Iowa
City Transit [Staff responses included]; Persephone Eglaine, Lois Cox, Nathan Miller,
Arielle Lipman regarding College of Law Clinical Law Programs Request for Iowa City
Resolution to Establish Freedom From Domestic Violence as a Fundamental Human
Right; Sr. Transportation Engineering Planner regarding Installation of NO PARKING
ANY TIME signs on the east side of Whispering Prairie Avenue between Lakeside Drive
and Whispering Meadow Drive; Sr. Transportation Engineering Planner regarding
Removal of parking meters W420E, W430E, W432E, W434E, W436E, and W438E on
the 400 block of East Washington Street and installation of signage indicating CITY
HALL USE ONLY 30 MINUTE LIMIT for the non -disabled spaces and CITY HALL USE
ONLY 1 HOUR LIMIT for the disabled space; Conversion of seven ONE HOUR
PARKING spaces located on the east side of City Hall to RESERVED FOR CITY
VEHICLES ONLY; Installation of a new disabled parking space near the accessible City
Hall entrance on the northeast corner of the building; Removal of two disabled spaces
located on the northwest corner of the City Hall parking lot next to the Unitarian Church.
ITEM 4d(10) RES.16-57, ESTABLISHING CITY OF IOWA CITY STRATEGIC
PLANNING PRIORITIES. Adopted: 5/2, Dickens and Mims voting "no".
COMMUNITY COMMENT: Bob Elliott, 1108 Dover St., noted regarding street concerns
on the Consent Calendar and reported he and Darrell Hansen had met with City Engr.
Havel about changes in four lane of traffic on First Avenue and Mormon Trek and urged
Council to consider not to reduce room to move traffic. Roger Knight, Jr., appeared
regarding building plans near City Hall; apartments near the Fire Station; "Lens" art in
Ped Mall; Mediacom; and low income housing needs. Darrell Hansen, supported
earlier comments made by Bob Elliott, and encouraged Council to drive First avenue
and Mormon Trek. Ann Christenson, 827 Dearborn, presented a power point picture of
the Energy Tree as an alternative to "Lens", and the following individuals appeared
regarding the proposal: Miriam Kashia, 600 Cherry Ct. (NL); Dan Cilek, Meta
Communications. Doyle Landry, Positive Vision Ministries, appeared regarding racial
justice focus and African American students at Regents Universities. Brandon Ross
appeared in support of the strategic plan. Shean Cirtin appeared regarding CBD oil
discussion in the state legislature and racial disproportionality of marijuana arrests.
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REGULAR AGENDA: ITEM 6a. Ordinance vacating Waterfront Drive located east of
south Gilbert Street public right-of-way (VAC15-0007). SECOND CONSIDERATION.
ITEM 6b Ordinance rezoning 9.33 acres of property from Low Density Single Family
(RS -5) Zone and Medium Density Single Family (RS -8) Zone to Planned Development
Overlay (OPD -8) Zone and a Sensitive Areas Development Plan for Pine Grove located
south of Lower West Branch Road between Scott Boulevard and Hummingbird Lane
(REZ15-00023/SUB15-00031). Greg Hamilton, 260 Hummingbird Lane, appeared.
SECOND CONSIDERATION, 5/2, Taylor and Thomas voting "no". Correspondence
accepted from Gregory Hamilton.
ITEM 7. PUBLIC HEARING closed. RES. 16-58, AMENDING THE FY2016
OPERATING BUDGET.
ITEM 8. PUBLIC HEARING. Closed. Resolution adopting the annual budget for the
Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2017 and approving the three year Financial Plan and five-
year Capital Improvements program for the City of Iowa City, Iowa. The following
individuals appeared: Jay Semel, Vice President of the Iowa City Public Library Board;
Brian Hartley, 1524 Muscatine Ave.; Dan Daly, 2325 Mayfield Rd.; Cassandra Elton,
Dir. and Founder, Antelope Lending Library, 1122 5t" Ave.; Cindi Roberts, Grant Wood
Neighborhood; Kara Logsden, Community and Access Services Coordinator at the Iowa
City Public Library, read a letter from Board President Robin Paetzold; Jessica Brown;
Heather Young, 502 Third Ave.; Terri Byers, 2509 Nevada Ave., President of AFSCME
Local 183; and Marcia Paulson -Peters.
RES. 16-59, ADOPTING THE ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 2017, as amended. Adopted, 5/2, Dickens and Mims voting No".
Correspondence accepted from Ellen VanLaere, Daniel Boscaljon, Patricia Katopol,
Heather Young, Cassandra Elton (x2), Catherine Blauvelt, Kathryn Heffner Ross,
Kalmia Strong, Luke Benson, Stephanie Van Housen, Jennifer Rotkiewicz, Jennifer
Colville, Beth Nobles, Lisa Roberts, Joy Smith, Robin Paetzold.
PUBLIC HEARING. Closed. RES. 16-60, APPROVING THE THREE YEAR
FINANCIAL PLAN FOR THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA AND FIVE YEAR CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENTS PLAN.
ITEM 9. PUBLIC HEARING: Closed. RES. 16-61, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE CURB RAMP 2016 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. Roger Knight, Jr. appeared.
ITEM 10. PUBLIC HEARING: Closed. RES. 16-62, GRANTING A UTILITY EASEMENT
ON AND OVER PORTIONS OF CITY PROPERTY NEAR PARK ROAD TO
ACCOMMODATE THE CITY'S GATEWAY PROJECT.
ITEM 11. PUBLIC HEARING. Closed. Ordinance amending Title 3, entitled "Finances,
Taxation & Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines, and
Penalties," Section 6, "Stormwater Utility Fee" and amending Title 16 entitled "Public
Works," Chapter 3, "City Utilities," Article G, "Storm Water Collection, Discharge and
Runoff," Section 10(f)(3) to change the rate of the Stormwater Utility Fee. FIRST
CONSIDERATION.
ITEM 12. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with the
Iowa City Downtown District for fundraising expenses associated with the art work
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portion of the north pedestrian mall improvement project at a not to exceed cost of
$50,000. The following individuals appeared: Bill Gerhard, President of the Iowa State
Building Trades; Hani Elkadi, 4417 Country Club Dr.; David Melvin, 329 Samoa Court;
Royce Peterson, Business Representative for Carpenter's Local 1260; Brian
Mildenstein; Joyce Summerwill; Matthew Fleming, 14 Forest Glen; Carol deProsse,
1401 Burry Dr.; Charlie Eastham, 953 Canton St.; Nancy Bird, Executive Dir. Iowa City
Downtown District; Caroline Dieterle, 727 Walnut St.; Roger Knight, Jr.; Dan Cilek;
Michelle Galvin; Pam Michaud, 109 S. Johnson; Jacob Simpson, University Student
Government (UISG); Shean Cirtin; Brandon Ross; and Bill Nusser. DEFEATED, 2/5,
Botchway, Cole, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton voting "no". Motion to show commitment
to the Lens Project in Blackhawk Mini Park. Failed, 3/4, Nays: Cole, Thomas, Taylor,
Throgmorton. Correspondence accepted from Judy Pfohl, Ann Christenson, Denny
Drees, Nancy Bird, Ritu Jain, Mark Manganello, Nick Bergus, Mary Gantz, Krystle
Stehno, John and Kathleen Ruyle, Derek Maurer, Mary Murphy, Carolyn Johnson,
Linda Farkas, Rachel Garms, Mary Westbrook, Dan Lechay, Joseph Younker, Katy
Brown, Sue Dasovich, Pat Hanick, John. Fingert, Fred Ruppert, Eller. Buchanan, Buffie
Tucker, Kay Irelan, Frank Salomon, Karen Kubby, Harry Olmstead, Kineret Zabner,
Diana Harris, Emily Schoerning, Emily McMahon, John Engelbrecht, William Nusser,
Linda Schreiber, Erin Pottebaum, Robert Rakel.
ITEM 13. Ordinance amending Title 5, entitled "Business and License Regulations," by
adding a new Chapter 3, entitled "Transportation Network Companies". The following
individuals appeared: Shean Cirtin; Michael White, General Manager for Uber; Josh
Krakauer, 217 Myrtle Ave.; Nicole Neal, University Student Government (UISG); Sara
Bultsma, Burge Residence Hall; Shereena Honorary, 125 N. Van Buren St.; Greg
Yokanovich, Uber driver, 4227 Pearl Ave NW (CR); Jesus Torres, Uber driver,1230
Agency (Burlington); Brandon Ross; Helene Lubaroff; Roger Bradley, 2327 E. Court St.,
Manager Yellow Cab; Atty. Bryce Dalton, representing Yellow Cab; Nancy Bird,
Executive Dir. Iowa City Downtown District. Deferred to March 23, 4/3, Nays:
Botchway, Dickens, Mims. Correspondence accepted from Nicki Neal, Jacob Simpson,
Bob Long, Nate Kaeding, Pete McCarthy, Andy Stoll, Rebecca Neades, Amy Charles,
Emily Schoerning, Emily Ciccariello, Emily McMahon, Josh Krakauer, Howard Butler,
David Stoddard, Roger Bradley, Leighton Smith, Robert Schueler, Michael White of
Uber Iowa, Nathan Smith, Kelly McManus.
ITEM 14. ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCIES. Previous: Airport Commission — One
vacancy to fill a four-year term March 1, 2016 — March 1, 2020; Airport Zoning Brd of
Adjustment — One vacancy to fill a five-year term January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020;
Airport Zoning Brd. of Adjustment for a five- year term January 1, 2014 — December 31,
2018 (Formerly advertised); 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); Civil Service Commission for a four -year
term, April 2, 2016 - April 4, 2020; Historic Preservation Commission for a Jefferson St.
representative to fill three-year terms, March 29, 2013 — March 29, 2016 (New District
formed); Historic Preservation Commission for a Summit St. representative to fill a
three-year term, March 29, 2016 — March 29, 2019; Planning and Zoning Commission
for two vacancies to fill five-year terms, May 1, 2016 — May 1, 2021;
Telecommunications Commission for a three-year term, March 13, 2016 — March 13,
2019. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 9, 2016. New:
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Airport Zoning Commission for a six-year term January 1, 2016 — December 31, 2021.
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 13, 2016.
Adjourned 12:20 p.m.
A more complete description of Council Activities and disbursements is on file in the
office of the City Clerk and Finance Departmen
s/James A. Throgmorton, Mayor
s/Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Subm�forcation — /10/16.
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the
City Clerk's Office 356-5040.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
MARCH 1, 2016
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Throgmorton
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Cole, Dickens, Mims, Taylor, Thomas,
Throgmorton. Absent: None. Staff members present: Markus, Fruin, Dilkes, Karr.
Andrew, Seydell-Johnson, Knoche, O'Brien, Bockenstedt, Bollinger, Craig, Logsden,
Korpel, Boothroy, Grier, Hargadine, Yapp, Ford, Hart, Schaul.
The Mayor proclaimed Special Olympics Month — March, Joyce Rossi accepting.
Special Olympians present were: Julia Brumbaugh, Sarah Burton, Jenna Helms, Robin
Kugley, Chambria Loffer, Brianna McFarland, Cindy Moore, Danielle Morgan, Mercedes
Nicks, Kelly Peterson, Laurie Ruth, Anne Greenstine, Lindsey Warner, Jeff Hacker, and
Shari McKee; Women's History Month — March, Human Rights Commissioner Andrea
Cohen accepting.
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Regina Elementary students:
Sam Aitchison, Adam Boblenz, and Frances Bottorff.
The Mayor proclaimed Tom Markus Day — March 4, recognizing City Manager
Markus' five year career with the City and his departure to be City Manager in
Lawrence, Kansas.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway to defer Item 4d (3), Approving Final Plat of
Moss Ridge Phase 1, indefinitely; defer item 4d(7), Resolution approving Final Plat of
Churchhill Meadows Parts Two and Three, to March 23; and removal for separate
consideration item 4d(10), Resolution establishing Strategic Planning Priorities, and
that the items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved,
and/or amended:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: January 9 Work Session (Budget); January 11 Work Session (CIP and
Budget); February 16 Work Session; February 16 Regular Formal Official &
Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Board of
Adjustment — January 13; Community Police Review Board — January 20;
Community Police Review Board — January 25; Historic Preservation Commission --
January 14; Housing and Community Development Commission — January 21;
Human Rights Committee — January 19; Planning and Zoning Commission —
January 21; Telecommunications Commission — January 25.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Northside Bistro, Inc., dba Northside Bistro,
203 North Linn St.; Special Class C Liquor License for The Noodle Shop, Co., dba
Noodles & Company, 201 S. Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area for The Noodle Shop,
Co., dba Noodles & Company, 201 S. Clinton St.; Special Class C Liquor License for
Pop's "Old N New" Bar-B-Que, dba Pop's Old and New BBQ, 130 N. Dubuque St.;
Outdoor Service Area for Pop's "Old N New" Bar-B-Que, dba Pop's Old And New
BBQ, 130 N. Dubuque St. Ownership Change: Special Class C Liquor License for
Pop's "Old N New" Bar-B-Que, dba Pop's Old and New BBQ, 130 N. Dubuque St.
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Resolutions and Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of
$9,501,483.15 for the period of January 1 through January 31, 2016, as
recommended by the Finance Director subject to audit; RES. 16-51, APPROVING
THE APPOINTMENT OF GEOFF FRUIN AS INTERIM CITY MANAGER FOR THE
CITY OF IOWA CITY; RES. 16-52, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2016 WASHINGTON STREET STREETSCAPE
PROJECT to Portzen Construction, Inc. for $4,345,358.85 which includes Alternates
2 & 3; RES. 16-53, ESTABLISHING A SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES FOR
OAKLAND CEMETERY AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 11-19; RES. 16-
54, NAMING DEPOSITORIES; Letter to the Johnson County Board of Adjustment
recommending approval 4860 American Legion Road County Conditional Use
Permit (CU16-00001); RES. 16-55, EXTENDING THE DEADLINE FOR
BURLINGTON TRAILWAYS TO EXERCISE THEIR RENEWAL OPTION ON THEIR
LEASE OF COURT STREET TRANSPORTATION CENTER SPACE TO MARCH
15, 2016; Setting Public Hearings: Setting a public hearing for March 23 on an
ordinance vacating an approximately 15 -foot -wide portion of Herbert Hoover
Highway located adjacent to Churchill Meadows — Part One (VAC15-00008); RES.
16-56, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR MARCH 23, 2016, ON A PROPOSAL TO
CONVEY A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 621 NORTH JOHNSON STREET
AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 16-45.
Correspondence: Darrell Hansen, Bob Elliott, Bob Roelf, Jim Neades: Street
Concerns [Staff responses included]; Bjorn Swenson regarding Iowa City Transit
[Staff responses included]; Persephone Eglaine, Lois Cox, Nathan Miller, Arielle
Lipman regarding College of Law Clinical Law Programs Request for Iowa City
Resolution to Establish Freedom From Domestic Violence as a Fundamental Human
Right; Sr. Transportation Engineering Planner regarding Installation of NO
PARKING ANY TIME signs on the east side of Whispering Prairie Avenue between
Lakeside Drive and Whispering Meadow Drive; Sr. Transportation Engineering
Planner regarding Removal of parking meters W420E, W430E, W432E, W434E,
W436E, and W438E on the 400 block of East Washington Street and installation of
signage indicating CITY HALL USE ONLY 30 MINUTE LIMIT for the non -disabled
spaces and CITY HALL USE ONLY 1 HOUR LIMIT for the disabled space;
Conversion of seven ONE HOUR PARKING spaces located on the east side of City
Hall to RESERVED FOR CITY VEHICLES ONLY; Installation of a new disabled
parking space near the accessible City Hall entrance on the northeast corner of the
building; Removal of two disabled spaces located on the northwest corner of the City
Hall parking lot next to the Unitarian Church.
Moved by Botchway seconded by Cole, to adopt RES. 16-57, ESTABLISHING
CITY OF IOWA CITY STRATEGIC PLANNING PRIORITIES. Individual Council
Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 5/2,
with the following roll call vote. Ayes: Botchway, Cole, Taylor, Thomas,
Throgmorton. Nays: Mims, Dickens.
Bob Elliott, 1108 Dover St., noted regarding street concerns on the Consent
Calendar and reported he and Darrell Hansen had met with City Engr. Havel about
changes in four lane of traffic on First Avenue and Mormon Trek and urged Council to
consider not to reduce room to move traffic. Roger Knight, Jr., appeared regarding
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building plans near City Hall; apartments near the Fire Station; "Lens" art in Ped Mall;
Mediacom; and low income housing needs. Darrell Hansen, supported earlier
comments made by Bob Elliott, and encouraged Council to drive First avenue and
Mormon Trek. Ann Christenson, 827 Dearborn, presented a power point picture of the
Energy Tree as an alternative to "Lens", and the following individuals appeared
regarding the proposal: Miriam Kashia, 600 Cherry Ct. (NL); Dan Cilek, Meta
Communications. Doyle Landry, Positive Vision Ministries, appeared regarding racial
justice focus and African American students at Regents Universities. Brandon Ross
appeared in support of the strategic plan. Shean Cirtin appeared regarding CBD oil
discussion in the state legislature and racial disproportionality of marijuana arrests.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Botchway, that the ordinance vacating the
Waterfront Drive located east of south Gilbert Street public right-of-way (VAC15-0007),
be given second vote.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance rezoning 9.33 acres of
property from Low Density Single Family (RS -5) Zone and Medium Density Single
Family (RS -8) Zone to Planned Development Overlay (OPD -8) Zone and a Sensitive
Areas Development Plan for Pine Grove located south of Lower West Branch Road
between Scott Boulevard and Hummingbird Lane (REZ1 5-00023/SUB1 5-00031), be
given second vote. Greg Hamilton, 260 Hummingbird Lane, appeared. Individual
Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/2,
with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Mims, Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole,
Dickens. Nays: Taylor, Thomas. Moved by Botchway, seconded by Cole, to accept
correspondence from Gregory Hamilton.
A public hearing was held on a resolution amending the FY2016 Operating Budget.
Finance Dir. Bockenstedt presented a power point on the FY16 Operating Budget and
item # 8, the annual budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017 and the three year
financial plan and five-year Capital Improvements program.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 16-58, AMENDING THE
CURRENT BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2016.
A public hearing was held on a resolution adopting the annual budget for the Fiscal
Year ending June 30, 2017 and approving the three year Financial Plan and five-year
Capital Improvements program for the City of Iowa City, Iowa. The following individuals
appeared: Jay Semel, Vice President of the Iowa City Public Library Board; Brian
Hartley, 1524 Muscatine Ave.; Dan Daly, 2325 Mayfield Rd.; Cassandra Elton, Dir. and
Founder, Antelope Lending Library, 1122 5th Ave.; Cindi Roberts, Grant Wood
Neighborhood; Kara Logsden, Community and Access Services Coordinator at the Iowa
City Public Library, read a letter from Board President Robin Paetzold; Jessica Brown;
Heather Young, 502 Third Ave.; Terri Byers, 2509 Nevada Ave., President of AFSCME
Local 183; and Marcia Paulson -Peters.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Cole, to adopt RES. 16-59, ADOPTING THE
ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2017, as amended. In
response to Mayor Throgmorton, City Manager Markus suggested that the Iowa City
Public Library and the Antelope Lending Library representatives have a conversation on
the proposed Bookmobile and come back to Council with a report and solution prior to
allocation or expenditure of any funds to the Library for the Bookmobile . Individual
Council Members expressed their views. Original motion was amended to provide
language suggested by the City Manager and that any allocation or expenditure of
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Bookmobile funds is contingent on subsequent City Council approval of the actual
program. Individual Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the
amended resolution adopted, 5/2, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes:
Thomas, Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole, Taylor. Nays: Dickens, Mims. Moved by
Botchway, seconded by Dickens, to accept correspondence from Ellen VanLaere,
Daniel Boscaljon, Patricia Katopol, Heather Young, Cassandra Elton (x2), Catherine
Blauvelt, Kathryn Heffner Ross, Kalmia Strong, Luke Benson, Stephanie Van Housen,
Jennifer Rotkiewicz, Jennifer Colville, Beth Nobles, Lisa Roberts, Joy Smith, Robin
Paetzold.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 16-60, APPROVING THE
THREE YEAR FINANCIAL PLAN FOR THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA AND FIVE
YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Curb Ramp 2016 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. Roger Knight, Jr.,
appeared
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 16-61, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CURB RAMP 2016 PROJECT, ESTABLISHING
AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK
TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT
OF BIDS
A public hearing was held on a resolution granting a utility easement on and over
portions of city property near Park Road to accommodate the city's Gateway Project. No
one appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 16-62, GRANTING A
UTILITY EASEMENT ON AND OVER PORTIONS OF CITY PROPERTY NEAR PARK
ROAD TO ACCOMMODATE THE CITY'S GATEWAY PROJECT.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 3, entitled "Finances,
Taxation & Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines, and
Penalties," Section 6, "Stormwater Utility Fee" and amending Title 16 entitled "Public
Works," Chapter 3, "City Utilities," Article G, "Storm Water Collection, discharge and
runoff," Section 10(F)(3) to change the rate of the Stormwater Utility Fee.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims, that the ordinance amending Title 3,
entitled "Finances, Taxation & Fees," Chapter 4, "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges,
Bonds, Fines, and Penalties," Section 6, "Stormwater Utility Fee" and amending Title 16
entitled "Public Works," Chapter 3, "City Utilities," Article G, "Storm Water Collection,
discharge and runoff," Section 10(F)(3) to change the rate of the Stormwater Utility Fee,
be given first vote. [Council took a break 9:25 and returned to open session 9:32]
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt resolution authorizing the City
Manager to execute an agreement with the Iowa City Downtown District for fundraising
expenses associated with the art work portion of the North Pedestrian Mall
Improvement Project at a not to exceed cost of $50,000. The following individuals
appeared: Bill Gerhard, President of the Iowa State Building Trades; Hani Elkadi, 4417
Country Club Dr.; David Melvin, 329 Samoa Court; Royce Peterson, Business
Representative for Carpenter's Local 1260; Brian Mildenstein; Joyce Summerwill;
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Matthew Fleming, 14 Forest Glen; Carol deProsse, 1401 Burry Dr.; Charlie Eastham,
953 Canton St.; Nancy Bird, Executive Dir. Iowa City Downtown District; Caroline
Dieterle, 727 Walnut St.; Roger Knight, Jr.; Dan Cilek; Michelle Galvin; Pam Michaud,
109 S. Johnson; Jacob Simpson, University Student Government (UISG); Shean Cirtin;
Brandon Ross; and Bill Nusser. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
The Mayor declared the resolution defeated, 2/5, with the following division of roll call
vote: Ayes. Mims, Dickens. Nays: Taylor, Throgmorton, Thomas, Botchway, Cole.
Individual Council Members expressed their views. Moved by Botchway, seconded by
Mims, to show commitment to the Lens Project in Blackhawk Mini Park. The Mayor
declared the motion failed, 3/4, with the following division of voice vote: Botchway,
Dickens, Mims. Nays: Cole, Thomas, Taylor, Throgmorton. Moved by Botchway,
seconded by Dickens, to accept correspondence from Judy Pfohl, Ann Christenson,
Denny Drees, Nancy Bird, Ritu Jain, Mark Manganello, Nick Bergus, Mary Gantz,
Krystle Stehno, John and Kathleen Ruyle, Derek Maurer, Mary Murphy, Carolyn
Johnson, Linda Farkas, Rachel Garms, Mary Westbrook, Dan Lechay, Joseph Younker,
Katy Brown, Sue Dasovich, Pat Hanick, John Fingert, Fred Ruppert, Ellen Buchanan,
Buffie Tucker, Kay Irelan, Frank Salomon, Karen Kubby, Harry Olmstead, Kineret
Zabner, Diana Harris, Emily Schoerning, Emily McMahon, John Engelbrecht, William
Nusser, Linda Schreiber, Erin Pottebaum, Robert Rakel.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims, that the ordinance amending Title 5,
entitled "Business and License Regulations," by adding a new Chapter 3, entitled
"Transportation Network Companies", be given first vote. The following individuals
appeared: Shean Cirtin; Michael White, General Manager for Uber; Josh Krakauer, 217
Myrtle Ave.; Nicole Neal, University Student Government (UISG); Sara Bultsma, Burge
Residence Hall; Shereena Honorary, 125 N. Van Buren St.; Greg Yokanovich, Uber
driver, 4227 Pearl Ave NW (CR); Jesus Torres, Uber driver, 1230 Agency (Burlington);
Brandon Ross; Helene Lubaroff; Roger Bradley, 2327 E. Court St., Manager Yellow
Cab; Atty. Bryce Dalton, representing Yellow Cab; Nancy Bird, Executive Dir. Iowa City
Downtown District; Individual Council Members expressed their views. Moved by Cole,
seconded by Thomas, to defer to March 23. The Mayor declared the motion to defer
carried by a voice vote, 4/3, Ayes: Cole, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton. Nays:
Botchway, Dickens, Mims. Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims, to accept
correspondence from Nicki Neal, Jacob Simpson, Bob Long, Nate Kaeding, Pete
McCarthy, Andy Stoll, Rebecca Neades, Amy Charles, Emily Schoerning, Emily
Ciccariello, Emily McMahon, Josh Krakauer, Howard Butler, David Stoddard, Roger
Bradley, Leighton Smith, Robert Schueler, Michael White of Uber Iowa, Nathan Smith,
Kelly McManus.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies to Boards and Commissions:
Airport Commission for a four-year term March 1, 2016 — March 1, 2020; Airport Zoning
Brd of Adjustment for a five-year term January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020; Airport
Zoning Brd. of Adjustment for a five- year term January 1, 2014 — December 31, 2018
(Formerly advertised); 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; Civil Service Commission for a four -year term, April 2, 2016 -
April 4, 2020; Historic Preservation Commission for a Jefferson St. representative to fill
three-year terms, March 29, 2013 — March 29, 2016 (New District formed); Historic
Preservation Commission for a Summit St. representative to fill a three-year term,
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March 29, 2016 — March 29, 2019; Planning and Zoning Commission for two vacancies
to fill five-year terms, May 1, 2016 — May 1, 2021; Telecommunications Commission for
a three-year term, March 13, 2016 — March 13, 2019. Applications must be received by
5:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 9, 2016.
The Mayor noted the current vacancy: Airport Zoning Commission for a six-year
term January 1, 2016 — December 31, 2021. Applications must be received by 5:00
p.m., Wednesday, April 13, 2016. 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.]
Mayor Throgmorton reminded the community of an open house for City Manager
Tom Markus scheduled for Friday morning, March 4, from 7:30 to 9:00 AM, and
encouraged people to stop by and bid Tom a fond farewell as he heads to his new
position as City Manager in Lawrence, Kansas.
Council Member Mims noted that Council Member Dickens and herself were two
members of the City Council that hired Tom Markus as City Manager and it was
unequivocally the best decision that the Council made, and wished City Manager
Markus and his wife Deb the very best in Lawrence.
Mayor Throgmorton echoed comments about City Manager Markus and stated his
appreciation for his assistance in this Council transition time.
City Manager Markus presented comments about his five years as City Manager in
Iowa City, and his four decades in the business; and stated he would prepare a memo
of his thoughts, comments, and suggestions for an upcoming information packet
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adjourn regular meeting at 12:20 p.m.
James A. Throgmorton, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk