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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
JUNE 6, 2016
Iowa City City Council special 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: Fruin, Andrew, Dilkes, Karr,
Yapp, Ford, Knoche, O'Brien, Hightshoe
The Mayor proclaimed IC Compassion Day — June 8, Teresa Stecker, Executive
Director accepting; Inspire Iowa Day — June 15.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway RES. 16-174, AUTHORIZING THE
TEMPORARY CEREMONIAL RENAMING OF CLINTON STREET IN CONJUNCTION
WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA'S CELEBRATION OF FLOOD RECOVERY
EFFORTS. Rod Lehnertz, University of Iowa Vice -President of Finance and Operations
appeared and accepted "Inspire Iowa Day" proclamation.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Dickens, that the items and recommendations in
the consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: May 17 Special Formal Official & Complete; May 17 Work Session; May 17
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
Library Trustees — April 28; Community Police Review Board — February 17;
Community Police Review Board — April 26; Historic Preservation Commission —
April 14; Housing and Community Development — April 21; Human Rights
Commission — April 18; Parks and Recreation Commission — April 13; Planning and
Zoning Commission — May 5; Public Art Advisory Committee — March 4.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal:
Class C Liquor License for ARAMARK SERVICES, Inc., dba Aramark @ ACT, 500
ACT Dr.; Class C Liquor License for Pershell Corporation, dba Colonial Lanes, 2253
Highway 218 South Class C Liquor License for Alberhasky, David L., dba Dave's
Foxhead Tavern, 402 East Market St.; Special Class C Liquor License for Poza Rica
Foods, Inc., dba Cactus Mexican Grill, 245 S. Gilbert St.; Class E Liquor License for
Southside Spirits LLC, dba Southside Liquor & Tobacco, 601 Hollywood Blvd Ste 1;
Class C Liquor License for Weekes -Van Eck Post #3949 dba Weekes- Van Eck
Post #3949 VFW, 609 Highway 6 East Class C Liquor License for Roy L
Copek/WalterL "Bud" Ott, dba American Legion, Roy L. Chopek Post 17, 3016
Muscatine Ave.; Outdoor Service Area for Graze Iowa City LLC dba Graze, 115
College St ; Outdoor Service Area for Northside Bistro, Inc., dba Northside Bistro,
203 N. Linn St.; Outdoor Service Area for Morrowco LLC, dba Pita Pit, 113 Iowa
Ave ; Outdoor Service Area for Osaka House LLC dba Osaka House, 122
Washington St.; Outdoor Service Area for Sam's Pizza I.C., dba Sam's Pizza, 441 S.
Gilbert St.; Outdoor Service Area for Kennedy Investments, Inc., dba The Vine
Tavern & Eatery, 330 E. Prentiss St.; Outdoor Service Area for Starbucks
Corporation, dba Starbucks Coffee #2855 -IA, 228 S. Clinton St. New: Five -Day
Class B Beer Permit for Iowa City Downtown District dba Harvest Dinner (Iowa
Downtown District), 100 N. Linn St.
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Resolutions and Motions: RES. 16-175, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO SIGN LOAN AGREEMENTS FOR THE HOUSING EXTERIOR LOAN
PROGRAM (HELP); RES. 16-176, APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA
REGARDING THE 2016 INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS DISPLAY; RES. 16-
177, APPROVING A CONSENT AGREEMENT WITH THE UNITED STATES
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY REGARDING THE IOWA CITY
SANITARY LANDFILL; RES. 16-178, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
MERCER PARK PLAYGROUND REPLACEMENT PROJECT; Forward to Council
rules committee by-law changes for the Airport Commission, Community Police
Review Board, Historic Preservation Commission, Planning and Zoning Commission
and Telecommunication Commission; RES. 16-179, TO SUBMIT A HAZARD
MITIGATION GRANT PROGRAM APPLICATION TO PURCHASE PROPERTY IN
THE 100 -YEAR FLOODPLAIN, PROVIDE THE 25% REQUIRED LOCAL MATCH
AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT AND SIGN ALL
CONTRACTS AND AMENDMENTS FOR SAID PROGRAM; RES. 16-180,
AWARDING CONTRACT to Western Specialty Contractors for $331,422.00 AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY PARKING
GARAGE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM 2016 PROJECT; RES. 16-181,
APPROVING THE FINAL CONTRACT PRICE FOR THE 2015 SEWER REPAIR
PROJECT; RES. 16-182, AUTHORIZING THE PROCUREMENT OF TWO (2)
MEDIUM DUTY CAB AND CHASSIS TRUCKS; RES. 16-183, RESCINDING
RESOLUTION 16-117 AND AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT 2016.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 16-184, DETERMINING THE NECESSITY OF
AND SETTING DATES OF A CONSULTATION (JUNE 23) AND PUBLIC
HEARING (JULY 19) ON A PROPOSED AMENDMENT NO. 14 TO THE CITY -
UNIVERSITY PROJECT I URBAN RENEWAL PLAN IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
IOWA; RES. 16-185, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON JUNE 21, 2016 ON
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF COST
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2016 LANDFILL GAS COLLECTION
SYSTEM EXPANSION PROJECT, 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
June 21 on an ordinance amending City Code Section 14-2G to adopt a Riverfront
Crossings Inclusionary Housing (IH) Ordinance; Setting a public hearing for June 21
on an ordinance amending City Code title 14, Zoning Code, to establish a new use,
community service — long term housing, and establishing parking, density, and
provisional and special exception criteria for said use.
Correspondence: Amanda Owen Van Home regarding Council and ICCSD
interactions; Bryon Young regarding Wake Up City Council; Eric Johnson regarding
Excited to see climate change on the agenda!; Sally Scott regarding Mixed -income
housing; Jerry Bokassa regarding Prosecution for false claims; Mark Bryant
regarding Marcus Owen situation; Bob Oppliger regarding City manager search;
Paula Swygard regarding Urban Forest Policy for Iowa City; Brian Flanagan
regarding Affordable Housing; Connie Webb regarding Deer; Peggy Slaughter
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regarding Jackson Business Park follow up [Staff response included]; Sr.
Transportation Engineering Planner regarding Installation of (1) NO PARKING
CORNER TO HERE sign on the southeast corner of the Mormon Trek Boulevard
and Grace Drive intersection; Sr. Transportation Engineering Planner regarding
Installation of (2) NO PARKING BETWEEN SIGNS signs on Heinz Road; Acting
Transportation Engineering Planner regarding Prohibition of on -street parking on
both sides of George Street from Benton Street north to University Heights city
limits; Jean Paul Mugemuzi regarding World Refugee Day: June 18; Ginalie Swaim,
Chair Historic Preservation Commission regarding Thanks — Houser -Metzger House.
The following individuals appeared regarding the Forest View Trailer Park,
development of the area, and relocations: Jim Walters, 1033 E. Washington St.;
Marcela Hurtado, Forest View; Madonna Ballinger, Angela Kelly, and Clifton Kelly, Rose
Oaks; Margarita Baltazar, Forest View; Roberto Flores, Forest View; Joshua Hurtado,
Forest View; Yoni Rodriguez, Forest View; Dan Daly, 2325 Mayfield Rd.; Patricia
Gonzalez, Forest View; Fidelina Gonzalez, Forest View; Matthew Pierce, Finkbine
Lane; Charlie Eastham, 953 Canton St., Center for Worker Justice; John Hochstetler;
Greg Hearns, 2016 Western Rd.; Mamona Kabamdelwa and his brother, Rose Oaks; Eli
Shepherd, 1009 Church St.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that ORD. 16-4664, VACATING THE
WATERFRONT DRIVE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY (VAC15-0007), be passed and
adopted.
A public hearing was held on a resolution to convey a portion of vacated Waterfront
Drive right-of-way within Southgate Addition, Part 1. No one appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 16-186, APPROVING THE
CONVEYANCE OF VACATED WATERFRONT DRIVE RIGHT-OF-WAY WITHIN
SOUTHGATE ADDITION, PART 1.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 16-187, APPROVING
FINAL PLAT SOUTHGATE ADDITION, PART TWO, IOWA CITY, IOWA (SUB16-
00005).
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 1504 Yewell Street. No one appeared.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 16-188, AUTHORIZING
CONVEYANCE OF THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1504 YEWELL STREET.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving purchase agreement by and
between the City of Iowa City and Aspen Ventures, LLC for the city property to the north
of City Hall that is currently used as a parking lot. Individual Council Members
expressed their views.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 16-189, APPROVING A
PURCHASE AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND
ASPEN VENTURES, LLC FOR THE CITY PROPERTY TO THE NORTH OF CITY
HALL THAT IS CURRENTLY USED AS A PARKING LOT. Individual Council Members
expressed their views.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway to adopt RES.16-190, IN SUPPORT OF
THE APPLICATION OF IOWA CITY SENIOR, LLC FOR THE WORKFORCE
HOUSING TAX INCENTIVES PROGRAM FROM THE IOWA ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO CONSTRUCT SENIOR RENTAL HOUSING AT
1030-1070 WILLIAM STREET AND COMMITTING LOCAL FUNDS TO THE PROJECT.
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Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt resolution, in support of the
application of Monark LLC for the Workforce Housing Tax Incentives Program from the
Iowa Economic Development authority to construct residential housing at 7 S. Linn
Street and committing local funds to the project. Monark representative Kevin Monson,
221 E. College, presented a power point. Neighborhood Services Coordinator
Hightshoe and Development Coordinator Yapp present for discussion. The following
individuals appeared: Monark representative Joe Clark; Ginalie Swaim, 1024
Woodlawn; Peter Byler, Ashwood Dr.; Mark McCallum, 113 S. Johnson; Nancy Carlson,
1002 E. Jefferson; Alicia Trimble, 2232 California; Helen Burford, 528 E. College.
Individual Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the resolution
defeated, 3 / 4, with the following roll call vote. Ayes: Dickens, Mims, Botchway. Nays:
Cole, Taylor Thomas, Throgmorton. Correspondence accepted from Harry Olmstead.
Mayor Pro tem Botchway, left the room due to a conflict of interest. Moved by Mims,
seconded by Thomas, that the ordinance amending Section 9, entitled "Motor Vehicles
and Traffic," Chapter 3, entitled 'Rules of the Road," Section 6, entitled "Speed
Restrictions", Subsection C, entitled "School Speed Zones" to expand the hours during
which reduced speed (20 mph) is in effect in all school speed zones and to create a 20
mph school speed cone for Alexander Elementary School, be given first vote.
Development Services Coordinator Yapp present for discussion. The Mayor declared
the motion carried, 6/0/1, with the following roll call vote. Ayes: Dickens, Mims, Taylor,
Thomas, Throgmorton, Cole. Abstaining: Botchway.
Mayor Pro tem Botchway returned to the meeting.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Cole, 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. 16-4665, AMENDING TITLE 5, ENTITLED 'BUSINESS AND
LICENSE REGULATIONS," CHAPTER 2, ENTITLED 'TAXICABS," TO ELIMINATE A
LOCAL OFFICE, 24/7 SERVICE, AND INSPECTION OF NEWER MODEL VEHICLES
AND TO ALLOW A SURCHARGE FEE ON CERTAIN DAYS AND NEMT SERVICES. 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 Botchway, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 16-191, RESCINDING
PRIOR RESOLUTION NO. 15-36 AND—SETTING FEES WITH RESPECT TO THE
ADMINISTRATION OF REGULATIONS FOR NETWORK AND METERED TAXICABS,
AND ESTABLISHING A NEW FEE FOR INSPECTION OF VEHICLES LESS THAN
TEN (10) YEARS OLD.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies to Boards and Commissions:
Airport Zoning Commission for a six-year term January 1, 2016 — December 31, 2021;
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); Historic Preservation Commission for a
Jefferson St. representative to fill three-year term, March 29, 2016 — March 29, 2019
(New District formed), Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, June
15, 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.]
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Council Member Mims noted the success of the fundraiser "Have Life" raising
money for scholarships for students in need.
Council Members Thomas reported on a wonderful Brown Street block party held
the previous evening, and encourages neighborhoods to think about closing streets
temporarily for such events.
Council Member Cole noted he attended a Sudanese picnic at City Park with his
daughter.
Council Member Dickens encouraged everyone to vote on June 7th; beautiful
weather and entertainment the previous week -end at Arts Fest; and stated downtown
construction was moving ahead and encouraged people to come downtown during the
construction and visit the stores and support the local community.
Mayor Pro tem Botchway reminded everyone of the events planned to celebrate
Juneteenth on Saturday, June 25.
Mayor Throgmorton stated the Affordable Homes Coalition will be holding a
conference on affordable housing policies and programs at the Radisson Hotel in
Coralville on June 1
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Thomas, to adjourn special meeting 9:50 p.m. to
work session.
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Ames A. Throgm on, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS — 5/17/16
Iowa City City Council special meeting, 5:00 p.m. at City Hall. Council Members
present: Cole, Mims, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton. Absent: Dickens, Botchway.
Mayor Throgmorton announced Council Member Botchway would be arriving late.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Adjourn to executive session to discuss the purchase of particular real estate only
where premature disclosure could be reasonably expected to increase the price the
governmental body would have to pay for that property. The minutes and the tape
recording of a session closed under this paragraph (property acquisition) shall be
available for public examination when the transaction discussed is completed; and to
discuss strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation
is imminent where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the
position of the governmental body in that litigation. Adjourned into executive session
5:04 p.m.
Adjourn special meeting 5:26 p.m.
A more complete description of Council Activities is on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
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Sub i ed for publication — 5/24/16.
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PAZIIAV. 61 MEMORANDUM
Date: June 1, 2016
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, May 17, 2016, 5:28 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Cole, Mims, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton.
Absent: Dickens, Botchway (arrived 5:45)
UISG: Simpson, Nelson
Staff: Fruin, Andrew, Dilkes, Karr, Havel, Yapp, Korpel, Bockenstedt, Knoche, Ralston,
Boothroy, Rummel, Clow, Craig, Nagle-Gamm, Panos
A transcription and power points are available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.
QUESTIONS FROM COUNCIL REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
1. (Consent Calendar # 4d(16) — Iowa City Gateway Project ..... resolution ... approving
amendment to 2010 agreement ... HNTB Corporation; and # 4d(17) ... resolution ...
attesting agreement ... HNTB Corporation) Public Works Dir. Knoche provide
information on two late additions to the Consent Calendar.
2. (Consent Calendar # 4d(15) — Big Grove Brewery facade grant) In response to Council
Member Thomas, Interim City Manager stated a financial gap analysis is conducted
primarily for downtown and Towncrest areas and this request is not reviewed as tax
increment financing requests would be.
3. (Consent Calendar # 4f(5) — Michael Shaw.... Community Support and Threat
Assessment for Recent Hate Crime; and # 4f(7) ... Marcus Owen Assault ...) Mayor
Throgmorton indicated he would speak briefly to the incident during the formal meeting
at the beginning of the Consent Calendar.
4. (Consent Calendar # 4d(13) — Chauncey Swan Parking Lot partial release ....) City
Clerk Karr stated the item had been removed from the Consent Calendar, re -numbered
as # 5a, and will be considered separately after adoption of the Consent Calendar. City
Atty. Dilkes stated Mayor Pro tem Botchway would be chairing consideration of this item
and Mayor Throgmorton and Council Member Cole would be abstaining,
5. (Consent Calendar # 4f(5) — Mary Murphy ... invitation to Neighborhood Council
meeting) Council Members Cole and Mims indicated an interest to attend the
September le meeting.
6. (Agenda item # 9 — ICPL Bookmobile Funding) Council Members acknowledged
collaborative efforts on the agreement.
COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS [agenda item # 25]
Housing and Community Development Commission — John McKinstry
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May 17, 2016
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DISCUSSION OF SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT ZONES
Mayor Throgmorton stated he anticipated discussion of the school assignment zones to take
some time and suggested Council hear from staff on the downtown traffic model and then return
for discussion of the assignment zones after the formal meeting.
(Mayor Pro tem Botchway arrived 5:45)
REVIEW DOWNTOWN TRAFFIC MODEL REPORT
Transportation Planner Ralston presented a power point and facilitated discussion. Individual
Council Members expressed their views.
ACTION: Staff is to proceed with designs for road diets on Clinton and Madison in
conjunction with the budgeted intersection reconstruction projects, and return to Council
as needed with concerns. The Market/Jefferson conversion to two-way traffic and the
Gilbert Street road diet will be considered again during the FY 2018 budget process.
(Fruin)
[Break 6:45 p.m. - Discussion continued after the formal meeting]
DISCUSSION OF SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT ZONES
Mayor Pro tem Botchway reported he had discussed the matter with the City Attorney and
would be recusing himself from discussion on the matter (and left the room). Council Members
provided suggestions on the letter distributed as a late handout on May 16.
ACTION: Copy of Mayor Throgmorton letter to School Board included in May 26
information packet.
(Mayor Pro tem Botchway returned to the meeting 9:00)
INFORMATION PACKET DISCUSSION fMay 5,121
➢ May 5
1. (IP # 6 — Listening Post Update) A majority directed the City Clerk to schedule a
Listening Post (maybe in late June) at the Forest View Mobile Home Park, and
suggested staff and an interpreter also be present. City Clerk to contact Forest View
and report back on possible dates.
2. (IP # 5 — requested information "Coffee with a Cop" program) Mayor Pro tem Botchway
thanked staff for the memo.
3. (IP2 — Listening Post summary ... April 20) UISG rep. Simpson thanked Council
Members Thomas and Taylor for attending the event; and hoped it was the first step in
getting more student involvement.
4. (IP16 — Public Art Advisory minutes — March 4) UISG rep. Simpson noted that there was
an incomplete sentence under the "Public Discussion". Staff will follow up and correct.
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May 17, 2016
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➢ May 12
1. (IP # 12 - Economic Development ... April 12 minutes ) Mayor Pro tem Botchway voiced
support for Council Member Cole's question on outreach efforts to underserved
communities regarding EDC's request for $25,000, and stated he was hoping for a more
specific answer from the agency. Council Member Mims stated that not every business
or organization would have that breadth of experience or mission starting new.
2. (IP # 4 - KXIC schedule) Council agreed to the following schedule:
Wednesday (8AM)
June 1 —Throgmorton
June 8 — Botchway
June 15 — Cole
June 22 —Taylor
June 29 — Mims
July 6 — Thomas
July 13 —Throgmorton
July 20 - Mims
Friday (7:15 — 7:45 AM)
June 3 - Mims
June 17 — Dickens
July 1 —Cole
July 15 —Simpson
3. (IP # 6 — Memo ... Update on Rose Oaks) Council Member Cole commended staff for
information provided, and stated his interest for another perspective from Rose Oakes or
a liaison designated by the Center for Worker Justice. After discussion staff was
directed to follow up with Rose Oaks management and Shelter House staff to develop a
matrix providing additional detail on the status of remaining tenants; and concerns about
water quality or asbestos handling.
4. (IP # 8 — Article ... The one thing that parents do for their kids that makes all the
difference) Council Member Mims noted the article and the ties with current School
District discussions and where people buy houses.
5. (IP # 7— information ... Haven for Hope) Mayor Throgmorton noted the information
shared by Council Member Mims and her recent visit. Council Member Mims stated she
would be happy to answer questions or provide more information for an coming packet.
COUNCIL TIME
1. Mayor Throgmorton reported on the following events:
• May 13 — Lunch with Coralville Mayor Lundell and North Liberty Mayor Nielson
• May 13 — Interim City Manager Fruin, Human Rights Coordinator and Equity Dir.
Bowers with CIVIC visitors from India, Nigeria and Australia
• May 17 — Read and presented proclamation "National Police Week" at ceremony
Council Member Thomas reported on the ribbon cutting for the new Mercer Park
playground, and noted the facility has raised the bar and is not just a playground limited
to recreation but a community and neighborhood place.
3. Council Member Mims commended Police Detectives Gonzalez and Rich, and others,
participating in the press conference earlier in the day regarding the alleged hate crime.
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May 17, 2016
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MEETING SCHEDULE
1. Mayor Throgmorton stated information would be forthcoming on the City Manager
search.
PENDING WORK SESSION TOPICS FIP # 5 Info Packet of 5/121
Mayor Throgmorton stated Council would be discussing the downtown traffic model report on
May 17th.
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS / COUNCIL INVITATIONS
None
Meeting ended 9:40 PM.
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS — 5/17/16
Iowa City City Council regular meeting 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Throgmorton
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Cole, Mims, Taylor, Thomas,
Throgmorton. Absent: Dickens.
ITEM 2. PROCLAMATIONS: National Police Week— May 15 -21, and stated he had
presented the proclamation earlier in the day at a ceremony held in Chauncey Swan
Park; Pride Month — June, Nathan Kelley and Jason Zeman, accepting; National Gun
Violence Awareness Day — June 2, Rebecca Traszhowski, Shelly Kerr and Vicki
Sievers, Mom's Demand Action, accepting.
ITEM 3. STUDENT LEADERSHIP AWARDS: Lincoln Elementary students: Moesha
Chhatlani, Lohman Provorse.
Unless otherwise noted all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
ITEM 4. CONSENT CALENDAR: Stated that item 4d(13) had been renumbered to item
5a and would be considered separately after adoption of the Consent Calendar: ITEM
4a. Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk; May 3 Special Formal Official & Complete; May 3 Work Session; May 3 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 Library Trustees — March 24; Civil Service
Commission — May 5; Planning and Zoning Commission —April 21;
Telecommunications Commission — March 28; Public Art Advisory Committee: March 4.
Item 4c. Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal:
Class C Liquor License for Hy -Vee Market Cafe, 1125 N. Dodge St.; Outdoor Service
Area for Hy -Vee Market Cafe, 1125 N. Dodge St.; Class E Liquor License for
CVS/Pharmacy #8547, 2425 Muscatine Ave.; Class E Liquor License for New Pioneer
Food Co-op, 22 S. Van Buren St.; Class C Beer Permit for Suburban Amoco, 370 Scott
Court; Class C Liquor License for Oaknoll Retirement Residence, 735 George St.; Class
E Liquor License for Casey's General Store #3322, 1904 Broadway St.; Class C Liquor
License for Mosley's, 525 S. Gilbert St.; Outdoor Service Area for Mosley's, 525
S.Gilbert St.; Class C Liquor License for Sports Column, 12 S. Dubuque St.; Class E
Liquor License for Smokin Joe's Tobacco and Liquor, 1901 Broadway St.; Class C
Liquor License for Eden Lounge, 217 Iowa Ave.; Class B Beer Permit for Pizza Hut
#4358, 1926 Keokuk St.; Class C Liquor License for Wig and Pen Pizza Pub, 1220
Highway 6 West; Class E Liquor License for John's Grocery, Inc., 401 E. Market St.;
Outdoor Service Area for The Airliner, 22 S. Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area for
Forbidden Planet, 111 S Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Micky's Irish Pub, 11 S.
Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Nodo Downtown, 5 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor
Service Area for One Twenty Six, 126 Washington St.; Outdoor Service Area for Short's
Burger and Shine, 18 S. Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area for Bashu Chinese Cuisine,
121 N. Linn St.; Outdoor Service Area for EI Bandito's, 327 Market St.; Outdoor Service
Area for Hy -Vee Market Cafe, 1125 N. Dodge St.; Special Class C Liquor License for
Riverside Theatre, 213 N. Gilbert St. Ownership Change: Class C Liquor License for
Wig and Pen Pizza Pub, 1220 Highway 6 West. New: Class B Beer Permit for Iowa
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May 17, 2016
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Arts Festival, 100 Iowa Ave; Class B Beer Permit for Iowa Jazz Festival, 16 N. Clinton
St.; Class B Beer Permit for 100 Men and Women, 200 Block of Dubuque St.; Outdoor
Service Area for Hy -Vee Market Cafe, 1720 Waterfront Dr. ITEM 4d. Resolutions and
Motions: RES. 16-138, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE ROCKY SHORE
STORMWATER PUMP STATION PROJECT; RES. 16-139, ACCEPTING THE WORK
FOR THE WEST SIDE LEVEE PROJECT; RES. 16-140, ACCEPTING THE WORK
FOR THE SLOTHOWER ROAD WATER MAIN PROJECT; RES. 16-141, ACCEPTING
THE WORK FOR THE IOWA CITY GATEWAY TREE CLEARING PROJECT; RES.
16-142, APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND IOWA
CITY DOWNTOWN SELF -SUPPORTED MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT TO
ALLOW THE TEMPORARY AND LIMITED SALE, CONSUMPTION, AND POSSESSION
OF ALCOHOL IN BLACK HAWK MINI PARK DURING "100 MEN AND WOMEN WHO
CARE EVENT; RES. 16-143, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
AND SUMMER OF THE ARTS, INC. TO ALLOW THE TEMPORARY AND LIMITED
SALE, CONSUMPTION, AND POSSESSION OF BEER AND NATIVE WINE DURING
ARTS FEST AND JAZZ FEST WITHIN A SPECIFIED AREA ON A CITY STREET; RES.
16-144, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
TO AN AGREEMENT WITH RIVERSIDE THEATRE THAT ALLOWS THE SALE OF
WINE AND BEER UNDER LIMITED CIRCUMSTANCES IN CITY PARK FROM JUNE
16, 2016 THROUGH JULY 11, 2016; RES. 16-145, APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE
OF THE DEDICATION OF OUTLOT C, WINDSOR WEST- PART THREE, IOWA CITY,
JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA, AS PUBLIC OPEN SPACE; RES. 16-146,
AUTHORIZING THE PROCUREMENT OF SERVICES TO REMOVE AND REPLACE
ENGINES FOR TRANSIT BUSES FOR THE TRANSPORTATION AND RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT; To approve disbursements in the amount of
$11,783,551.95 for the period of April 1 through April 30, 2016, as recommended by the
Finance Director subject to audit; RES. 16-147, APPROVING FINAL PLAT OF
RIVERSIDE CROSSING PLAT 1, IOWA CITY, IOWA; RES. 16-148, APPROVING
FINAL PLAT OF CARDINAL POINTE WEST— PART 1, IOWA CITY, IOWA;
APPROVING FINAL PLAT (SUB16-00003); RES. 16-149, AUTHORIZING THE
PROCUREMENT OF TWO (2) SNOW PLOW TRUCK BODIES; RES. 16-150,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT WITH BIG GROVE
BREWERY TO PROVIDE A FACADE GRANT FOR IMPROVEMENTS AT 1225
SOUTH GILBERT STREET; RES. 16-151, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT TO
THE NOVEMBER 18, 2010 AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY AND HNTB CORPORATION OF KANSAS CITY, MO TO PROVIDE
ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE IOWA CITY GATEWAY
PROJECT; RES. 16-152, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BY
AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND HNTB CORPORATION TO PROVIDE
ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES DURING CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA
CITY GATEWAY PROJECT [HDP -3715(650)--71-52]. ITEM 4e. Setting Public
Hearings: RES. 16-153, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 6, 2016, ON A
PROPOSAL TO CONVEY A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 1504 YEWELL
STREET; RES. 16-154, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 6, 2016, ON A
PURCHASE AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND
ASPEN VENTURES, LLC FOR THE CITY PROPERTY TO THE NORTH OF CITY
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HALL THAT IS CURRENLTY USED AS A PARKING LOT; RES. 16-155, OF INTENT
TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED CONVEYANCE OF A PORTION OF VACATED
WATERFRONT DRIVE RIGHT-OF-WAY WITHIN SOUTHGATE ADDITION, PART 1,
AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON SAID PROPOSAL FOR JUNE 6, 2016. ITEM
4f. Correspondence: Bill Ackerman regarding Valley Avenue Parking Must be
Removed; Adriana Maria Dominguez regarding Adding Fenced -in Dog Park;; Ryan
LaLumiere regarding Roundabout for intersection of North Dubuque Rd and Dodge St.
[Staff response included]; Leonard Sandler regarding Uber's Settlement with the
National Federation of the Blind; Michael Shaw regarding Community Support and
Threat Assessment for Recent Hate Crime [Staff response included]; Peter Byler
regarding New sidewalk ramps; Alison Oliver; Kim Palmer regarding City response to
hate crime; Marcus Owens Assault; Harry Olmstead regarding Why New York City's
Underserved Communities Deserve a Plastic Bag fee (Free Shopping Bags Have
Already Cost the Poor Too Much); Bob Temple; Joseph Lear regarding Keokuk /
Highland Avenue Traffic / Bike Lanes; Jack Cumming regarding Uber in Iowa City; Fred
Meyer regarding Edible Outdoor Classroom Establishment on May 15; Robert Dostal
regarding Sidewalk infills Douglass St., Douglass Ct., Greenwood Dr.; Jeff McGinnis,
Janet Clark regarding Asleep At the Wheel - ICCSD (School Boundaries Facility Plan);
Jeff Biggers, Becky Ross regarding Regenerative Cities Info; Mary Murphy regarding
Invitation to Neighborhood Council Meeting; Sr. Transportation Engineering Planner
regarding Installation of YIELD signs at (21) uncontrolled four-way intersections; Sr.
Transportation Engineering Planner regarding Installation of STOP signs at (6)
uncontrolled intersections.
ITEM 5a. RES. 16-156, APPROVING THE PARTIAL RELEASE OF A NO -BUILD
EASEMENT ON LOT 6, BLOCK 43, IOWA CITY, IOWA. (Previously Item 4d(13).
Adopted, 4/0, Cole and Throgmorton abstaining; Dickens absent.
ITEM 5b. COMMUNITY COMMENT: Charlie Eastham, 953 Canton St., provided an
update on Rose Oaks. Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims, to accept photo
distributed by Mr. Eastham. Martha Norbeck, 906 S. Seventh Ave., appeared regarding
the downtown traffic model report, encouraged Council to proceed with four -to -three
lane conversion, and suggested IDOT presentations. Roger Knight, Jr., 320 East
Washington St., raised concerns about future Moen projects; transportation issues;
Police response time to fights downtown;
ITEM 6a. Ordinance vacating the waterfront drive public right-of-way, (VAC15-0007),
DEFERRED to June 6.
ITEM 7. PUBLIC HEARING: Closed. RES. 16-157, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICA-
TIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUC-
TION OF THE IOWA CITY PARKING GARAGE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM AND
BRIDGE BRIDGE REPLACEMENT 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.
ITEM 8. PUBLIC HEARING: Closed. Correspondence accepted from Mark Signs.
RES. 16-158, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SYCAMORE STREET
AND LOWER MUSCATINE ROAD LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT 2016,
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.
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ITEM 9. RES. 16-159, AUTHORIZING THE IOWA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY TO
UTILIZE FUNDS BUDGETED IN FY 17 FOR THE PURPOSE OF CARRYING OUT A
NEW BOOKMOBILE SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY
ITEM 10. RES. 16-160, DIRECTING SALE OF $8,795,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION
BONDS, SERIES 2016A.
ITEM 11. RES. 16-161, APPOINTING US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ST
PAUL, MINNESOTA, TO SERVE AS PAYING AGENT, BOND REGISTRAR, AND
TRANSFER AGENT, APPROVING THE PAYING AGENT AND BOND REGISTRAR
AND TRANSFER AGENT AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF
THE AGREEMENT.
ITEM 12. RES. 16-162, AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF
$8,795,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2016A, AND LEVYING A TAX
TO PAY SAID BONDS; APPROVAL OF THE TAX EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE AND
CONTINUING DISCLOSURE CERTIFICATE.
ITEM 13. RES. 16-163, DIRECTING SALE OF $610,000 TAXABLE GENERAL
OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2016B.
ITEM 14. RES. 16-164, APPOINTING US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ST
PAUL, MINNESOTA, TO SERVE AS PAYING AGENT, BOND REGISTRAR, AND
TRANSFER AGENT, APPROVING THE PAYING AGENT AND BOND REGISTRAR
AND TRANSFER AGENT AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF
THE AGREEMENT.
ITEM 15. RES. 16-165, AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF
$610,000 TAXABLE GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2016B, AND LEVYING
A TAX TO PAY SAID BONDS; APPROVAL OF THE CONTINUING DISCLOSURE
CERTIFICATE.
ITEM 16. RES. 16-166, DIRECTING SALE OF $9,360,000 SEWER REVENUE
REFUNDING CAPITAL LOAN NOTES, SERIES 2016C.
ITEM 17. RES. 16-167, APPOINTING US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ST
PAUL, MINNESOTA, TO SERVE AS PAYING AGENT, NOTE REGISTRAR, AND
TRANSFER AGENT, APPROVING THE PAYING AGENT AND NOTE REGISTRAR
AND TRANSFER AGENT AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF
THE AGREEMENT.
ITEM 18. RES. 16-168, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING A FORM OF LOAN
AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND
SECURING THE PAYMENT OF $9,360,000 SEWER REVENUE REFUNDING
CAPITAL LOAN NOTES, SERIES 2016C, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF
IOWA, UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE CITY CODE OF IOWA, AND PROVIDING
FOR A METHOD OF PAYMENT OF THE NOTES.
ITEM 19. RES. 16-169, AUTHORIZING THE REDEMPTION OF OUTSTANDING
SEWER REVENUE REFUNDING CAPITAL LOAN NOTES, SERIES 2008C, OF THE
CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA, DATED OCTOBER 15, 2008, AND
DIRECTING NOTICE BE GIVEN.
ITEM 20. RES. 16-170, DIRECTING SALE OF $3,650,000 WATER REVENUE
REFUNDING CAPITAL LOAN NOTES, SERIES 2016D.
ITEM 21. RES. 16-171, APPOINTING US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ST
PAUL, MINNESOTA, TO SERVE AS PAYING AGENT, NOTE REGISTRAR, AND
TRANSFER AGENT, APPROVING THE PAYING AGENT AND NOTE REGISTRAR
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AND TRANSFER AGENT AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF
THE AGREEMENT.
ITEM 22. RES. 16-172, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING A FORM OF LOAN
AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND
SECURING THE PAYMENT OF $3,650,000 WATER REVENUE REFUNDING
CAPITAL LOAN NOTES, SERIES 2016D, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF
IOWA, UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE CITY CODE OF IOWA, AND PROVIDING
FOR A METHOD OF PAYMENT OF THE NOTES.
ITEM 23. RES. 16-173, AUTHORIZING THE REDEMPTION OF OUTSTANDING
WATER REVENUE REFUNDING CAPITAL LOAN NOTES, SERIES 2008D, OF THE
CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA, DATED OCTOBER 15, 2008, AND
DIRECTING NOTICE BE GIVEN.
ITEM 24. Ordinance amending Title 5, entitled 'Business and License Regulations,"
Chapter 2, entitled "Taxicabs," to eliminate a local office, 24/7 service, and inspection of
newer model vehicles and to allow a surcharge fee on certain days and NEMT Services.
Dennis Doderer, City Cab driver, appeared. FIRST CONSIDERATION. Correspondence
accepted from Dennis Doderer (2).
ITEM 25. COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS. Airport Zoning Commission for a six-year term
January 1, 2016 — December 31, 2021, no applicants, readvertise; Airport Zoning Brd of
Adjustment for a five-year term January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020, no applicants,
readvertise; Airport Zoning Brd. Of Adjustment for a five-year term January 1, 2014 —
December 31, 2018 (formerly advertised), no applicants, readvertise. Appoint John
McKinstry, 308 Ronalds Street to Housing and Community Development Commission
for an unexpired term — September 1, 2017. 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.]
ITEM 26. ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCIES. Previous: Historic Preservation
Commission — One vacancy for a Jefferson St. representative to fill three-year term,
March 29, 2016 — March 29, 2019 (New District formed). Applications must be received
by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 15, 2016.
Adjourned to work session 8:25 p.m..
A more complete description of Council Activities and disbursements is on file in the
office of the City Clerk and Finance Depa men,
s/James A. Throgmorton, Mayor G !/
s/Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Submitted for publication — 5/24116.
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City
Clerk's Office 356-5040.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
MAY 17, 2016
Iowa City City Council special meeting, 5:00 p.m. at City Hall. Council Members
present: Cole, Mims, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton. Absent: Dickens, Botchway. Staff
members present: Fruin, Dilkes, Karr, Bockenstedt, Craig, Panos, Yapp, Havel, Andrew,
Fruin, Ralston, Nagle-Gamm, Boothroy, Ream, Korpel.
Mayor Throgmorton announced Council Member Botchway would be arriving late.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Cole, to adjourn to executive session to discuss the
purchase of particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be reasonably
expected to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for that
property. The minutes and the tape recording of a session closed under this paragraph
(property acquisition) shall be available for public examination when the transaction
discussed is completed; and to discuss strategy with counsel in matters that are
presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its disclosure would be likely
to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental body in that litigation.
The Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned into executive session 5:04 p.m.
Council returned to open session 5:26 p.m.
Moved by Cole, seconded by Mims, to adjourn special meeting 5:26 p.m.
James A. Throgmorton, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the
City Clerk's Office 356-5040.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
MAY 17, 2016
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Throgmorton
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Cole, Mims, Taylor, Thomas,
Throgmorton. Absent: Dickens. Staff members present: Fruin, Dilkes, Karr, Andrew,
Korpel, Craig, Panos, Rummel, Ralston, Havel, Knoche, Bockenstedt, Yapp.
The Mayor proclaimed: National Police Week — May 15 -21, and stated he had
presented the proclamation earlier in the day at a ceremony held in Chauncey Swan
Park; Pride Month — June, Nathan Kelley and Jason Zeman, accepting; National Gun
Violence Awareness Day — June 2, Rebecca Traszhowski, Shelly Kerr and Vicki
Sievers, Mom's Demand Action, accepting.
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Lincoln Elementary students:
Moesha Chhatlani; Lohman Provorse.
Mayor Throgmorton welcomed everyone to the meeting and to City Hall; noted the
press conference held earlier in the day regarding the April 30 incident and praised
officers for their investigation and wished the young man and his family the best.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims, that the items and recommendations in the
Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and or adopted as amended, and stated
that item 4d(13) had been renumbered to item 5a and would be considered separately
after adoption of the Consent Calendar:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: May 3 Special Formal Official & Complete; May 3 Work Session; May 3
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
Library Trustees — March 24; Civil Service Commission — May 5; Planning and
Zoning Commission —April 21; Telecommunications Commission — March 28;
Public Art Advisory Committee: March 4.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal:
Class C Liquor License for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Market Cafe, 1125 N. Dodge
St.; Outdoor Service Area for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Market Cafe, 1125 N. Dodge
St.; Class E Liquor License for Iowa CVS Pharmacy, LLC., dba CVS/ Pharmacy
#8547, 2425 Muscatine Ave.; Class E Liquor License for Iowa New Pioneer
Cooperative Society dba New Pioneer Food Co-op, 22 S. Van Buren St.; Class C
Beer Permit for Suburban Investors L C, dba Suburban Amoco, 370 Scott Court;
Class C Liquor License for Christian Retirement Services, dba Oaknoll Retirement
Residence, 735 George St.; Class E Liquor License for Casey's Marketing
Company, dba Casey's General Store #3322, 1904 Broadway St.; Class C Liquor
License for Iowa Hickory LLC., dba Mosley's, 525 S. Gilbert St.; Outdoor Service
Area for Iowa Hickory LLC., dba Mosley's, 525 S.Gilbert St.; Class C Liquor License
for Column, Inc., dba Sports Column, 12 S. Dubuque St.; Class E Liquor License for
The Outlet, Inc., dba Smokin Joe's Tobacco and Liquor, 1901 Broadway St.; Class C
Liquor License for 1440 LLC., dba Eden Lounge, 217 Iowa Ave.; Class B Beer
Permit for NPC International, Inc., dba Pizza Hut #4358, 1926 Keokuk St.; Class C
Liquor License for GFP Inc., dba Wig and Pen Pizza Pub, 1220 Highway 6 West
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Class E Liquor License for John's Grocery, Inc., dba John's Grocery, Inc., 401 E.
Market St.; Outdoor Service Area for Hall PL Ventures Corp., dba The Airliner, 22 S.
Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area for TLC Omnibus Inc., dba Forbidden Planet, 111
S Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for One Louder LLC., dba Micky's Irish Pub,
11 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Silver Asklof LLC., dba Nodo
Downtown, 5 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Chackalackal, Inc., dba One
Twenty Six, 126 Washington St.; Outdoor Service Area for Short's Burger and Shine
LLC., dba Short's Burger and Shine, 18 S. Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area for
Yang Yang LLC., dba Bashu Chinese Cuisine, 121 N. Linn St.; Outdoor Service
Area for Bandits, LLC., dba EI Bandito's, 327 Market St.; Outdoor Service Area for
Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Market Cafe, 1125 N. Dodge St.; Special Class C Liquor
License for Riverside Theatre, dba Riverside Theatre, 213 N. Gilbert St. Ownership
Change: Class C Liquor License for GFP Inc., dba Wig and Pen Pizza Pub, 1220
Highway 6 West. New: Class B Beer Permit for Summer of the Arts Inc., dba Iowa
Arts Festival, 100 Iowa Ave.; Class B Beer Permit for Summer of the Arts Inc., dba
Iowa Jazz Festival, 16 N. Clinton St.; Class B Beer Permit for Iowa City Downtown
District, dba 100 Men and Women, 200 Block of Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area
for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Market Cafe, 1720 Waterfront Dr.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 16-138, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
ROCKY SHORE STORMWATER PUMP STATION PROJECT; RES. 16-139,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE WEST SIDE LEVEE PROJECT; RES. 16-140,
ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE SLOTHOWER ROAD WATER MAIN
PROJECT; RES. 16-141, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE IOWA CITY
GATEWAY TREE CLEARING PROJECT; RES. 16-142, APPROVING
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND IOWA CITY
DOWNTOWN SELF -SUPPORTED MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT TO
ALLOW THE TEMPORARY AND LIMITED SALE, CONSUMPTION, AND
POSSESSION OF ALCOHOL IN BLACK HAWK MINI PARK DURING "100 MEN AND
WOMEN WHO CARE EVENT'; RES. 16-143, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY AND SUMMER OF THE ARTS, INC. TO ALLOW THE
TEMPORARY AND LIMITED SALE, CONSUMPTION, AND POSSESSION OF BEER
AND NATIVE WINE DURING ARTS FEST AND JAZZ FEST WITHIN A SPECIFIED
AREA ON A CITY STREET; RES. 16-144, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO AN AGREEMENT WITH RIVERSIDE
THEATRE THAT ALLOWS THE SALE OF WINE AND BEER UNDER LIMITED
CIRCUMSTANCES IN CITY PARK FROM JUNE 16, 2016 THROUGH JULY 11,
2016; RES. 16-145, APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE DEDICATION OF
OUTLOT C, WINDSOR WEST- PART THREE, IOWA CITY, JOHNSON COUNTY,
IOWA, AS PUBLIC OPEN SPACE; RES. 16-146, AUTHORIZING THE
PROCUREMENT OF SERVICES TO REMOVE AND REPLACE ENGINES FOR
TRANSIT BUSES FOR THE TRANSPORTATION AND RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT; Approve disbursements in the amount of
$11,783,551.95 for the period of April 1 through April 30, 2016, as recommended by
the Finance Director subject to audit; RES. 16-147, APPROVING FINAL PLAT OF
RIVERSIDE CROSSING PLAT 1, IOWA CITY, IOWA (Kum & Go); RES. 16-148,
APPROVING FINAL PLAT OF CARDINAL POINTE WEST — PART 1, IOWA CITY,
IOWA; RES. 16-149, AUTHORIZING THE PROCUREMENT OF TWO (2) SNOW
PLOW TRUCK BODIES; RES. 16-150, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
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SIGN AN AGREEMENT WITH BIG GROVE BREWERY TO PROVIDE A FAQADE
GRANT FOR IMPROVEMENTS AT 1225 SOUTH GILBERT STREET; RES. 16-151,
APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT TO THE NOVEMBER 18, 2010
AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND HNTB
CORPORATION OF KANSAS CITY, MO TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING
CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE IOWA CITY GATEWAY PROJECT; RES. 16-
152, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE
CITY OF IOWA CITY AND HNTB CORPORATION TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING
CONSULTANT SERVICES DURING CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY
GATEWAY PROJECT [HDP -3715(650)--71-52].
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 16-153, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE
6, 2016, ON A PROPOSAL TO CONVEY A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT
1504 YEWELL STREET; RES. 16-154, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 6,
2016, ON A PURCHASE AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY AND ASPEN VENTURES, LLC FOR THE CITY PROPERTY TO THE NORTH
OF CITY HALL THAT IS CURRENLTY USED AS A PARKING LOT; RES. 16-155,
OF INTENT TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED CONVEYANCE OF A PORTION OF
VACATED WATERFRONT DRIVE RIGHT-OF-WAY WITHIN SOUTHGATE
ADDITION, PART 1, AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON SAID PROPOSAL
FOR JUNE 6, 2016.
Correspondence: Bill Ackerman regarding Valley Avenue Parking Must be
Removed; Adriana Maria Dominguez regarding Adding Fenced -in Dog Park; Ryan
LaLumiere regarding Roundabout for intersection of North Dubuque Rd and Dodge
St. [Staff response included]; Leonard Sandler regarding Uber's Settlement with the
National Federation of the Blind; Michael Shaw regarding Community Support and
Threat Assessment for Recent Hate Crime [Staff response included]; Peter Byler
regarding New sidewalk ramps; Alison Oliver; Kim Palmer regarding City response
to hate crime; Marcus Owens Assault; Harry Olmstead regarding Why New York
City's Underserved Communities Deserve a Plastic Bag fee (Free Shopping Bags
Have Already Cost the Poor Too Much); Bob Temple, Joseph Lear regarding
Keokuk / Highland Avenue Traffic / Bike Lanes; Jack Cumming regarding Uber in
Iowa City; Fred Meyer regarding Edible Outdoor Classroom Establishment on May
15; Robert Dostal regarding Sidewalk infills Douglass St., Douglass Ct., Greenwood
Dr.; Jeff McGinnis, Janet Clark regarding Asleep At the Wheel; ICCSD (School
Boundaries Facility Plan); Jeff Biggers, Becky Ross regarding Regenerative Cities
Info; Mary Murphy regarding Invitation to Neighborhood Council Meeting; Sr.
Transportation Engineering Planner regarding Installation of YIELD signs at (21)
uncontrolled four-way intersections; Sr. Transportation Engineering Planner
regarding Installation of STOP signs at (6) uncontrolled intersections.
Mayor Throgmorton and Council Member Cole abstained on the following vote due to
a conflict of interest. Mayor Pro tem Botchway now presiding. Moved by Mims,
seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 16-156, APPROVING THE PARTIAL RELEASE OF
A NO -BUILD EASEMENT ON LOT 6, BLOCK 43, IOWA CITY, IOWA (Chauncey Swan
Parking Lot) The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried, 4/0/2/1, with the following
division of roll call vote: Ayes: Mims, Taylor Thomas, Botchway. Abstaining: Cole,
Throgmorton. Absent: Dickens. Mayor Throgmorton now presiding.
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Charlie Eastham, 953 Canton St., provided an update on Rose Oaks. Moved by
Botchway, seconded by Mims, to accept photo distributed by Mr. Eastham. Martha
Norbeck, 906 S. Seventh Ave., appeared regarding the downtown traffic model report,
encouraged Council to proceed with four -to -three lane conversion, and suggested IDOT
presentations. Roger Knight, Jr., 320 East Washington St., raised concerns about future
Moen projects; transportation issues; Police response time to fights downtown;
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to defer to June 6, an ordinance vacating
the Waterfront Drive public right-of-way (VAC15-0007).
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Iowa City Parking Garage
Maintenance Program and Bridge Replacement 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. No one appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 16-157, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA CITY PARKING GARAGE MAINTENANCE
PROGRAM AND BRIDGE REPLACEMENT 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 approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Sycamore Street and Lower
Muscatine Road Landscape Improvements Project 2016, 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. Senior Civil Engr. Panos and Shive-Hattery
Architect Keith Billick presented a power point. Individual Council Members expressed
their views. Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims, to accept correspondence from
Mark Signs.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 16-158, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SYCAMORE STREET AND LOWER MUSCATINE
ROAD LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT 2016, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT
OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO
PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF
BIDS.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 16-159, AUTHORIZING
THE IOWA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY TO UTILIZE FUNDS BUDGETED IN FY 17 FOR
THE PURPOSE OF CARRYING OUT A NEW BOOKMOBILE SERVICE TO THE
COMMUNITY. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 16-160, DIRECTING SALE
OF $8,795,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2016A. Finance Dir.
Bockenstedt present for discussion.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 16-161, APPOINTING
US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ST PAUL, MINNESOTA, TO SERVE AS
PAYING AGENT, BOND REGISTRAR, AND TRANSFER AGENT, APPROVING THE
PAYING AGENT AND BOND REGISTRAR AND TRANSFER AGENT AGREEMENT
AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE AGREEMENT. Finance Dir.
Bockenstedt present for discussion. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
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Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 16-162, AUTHORIZING
AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $8,795,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION
BONDS, SERIES 2016A, AND LEVYING A TAX TO PAY SAID BONDS; APPROVAL
OF THE TAX EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE AND CONTINUING DISCLOSURE
CERTIFICATE.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 16-163, DIRECTING
SALE OF $610,000 TAXABLE GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2016B.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 16-164, APPOINTING US
BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ST PAUL, MINNESOTA, TO SERVE AS
PAYING AGENT, BOND REGISTRAR, AND TRANSFER AGENT, APPROVING THE
PAYING AGENT AND BOND REGISTRAR AND TRANSFER AGENT AGREEMENT
AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE AGREEMENT.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 16-165, AUTHORIZING
AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $610,000 TAXABLE GENERAL
OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2016B, AND LEVYING A TAX TO PAY SAID BONDS;
APPROVAL OF THE CONTINUING DISCLOSURE CERTIFICATE.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 16-166, DIRECTING SALE
OF $9,360,000 SEWER REVENUE REFUNDING CAPITAL LOAN NOTES, SERIES
2016C.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 16-167, APPOINTING US
BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ST PAUL, MINNESOTA, TO SERVE AS
PAYING AGENT, NOTE REGISTRAR, AND TRANSFER AGENT, APPROVING THE
PAYING AGENT AND NOTE REGISTRAR AND TRANSFER AGENT AGREEMENT
AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE AGREEMENT.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims, to adopt RES. 16-168, APPROVING AND
AUTHORIZING A FORM OF LOAN AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING AND
PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SECURING THE PAYMENT OF $9,360,000
SEWER REVENUE REFUNDING CAPITAL LOAN NOTES, SERIES 2016C, OF THE
CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA, UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE CITY
CODE OF IOWA, AND PROVIDING FOR A METHOD OF PAYMENT OF THE NOTES.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 16-169, AUTHORIZING
THE REDEMPTION OF OUTSTANDING SEWER REVENUE REFUNDING CAPITAL
LOAN NOTES, SERIES 2008C, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA,
DATED OCTOBER 15, 2008, AND DIRECTING NOTICE BE GIVEN.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 16-170, DIRECTING SALE
OF $3,650,000 WATER REVENUE REFUNDING CAPITAL LOAN NOTES, SERIES
2016D.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 16-171, APPOINTING US
BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ST PAUL, MINNESOTA, TO SERVE AS
PAYING AGENT, NOTE REGISTRAR, AND TRANSFER AGENT, APPROVING THE
PAYING AGENT AND NOTE REGISTRAR AND TRANSFER AGENT AGREEMENT
AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE AGREEMENT.
Moved by Thomas, seconded by Mims, to adopt RES. 16-172, APPROVING AND
AUTHORIZING A FORM OF LOAN AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING AND
PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SECURING THE PAYMENT OF $3,650,000
WATER REVENUE REFUNDING CAPITAL LOAN NOTES, SERIES 2016D, OF THE
CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA, UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE CITY
CODE OF IOWA, AND PROVIDING FOR A METHOD OF PAYMENT OF THE NOTES.
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Moved by Thomas, seconded by Taylor, to adopt RES. 16-173, AUTHORIZING THE
REDEMPTION OF OUTSTANDING WATER REVENUE REFUNDING CAPITAL LOAN
NOTES, SERIES 2008D OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA, DATED
OCTOBER 15, 2008, AND DIRECTING NOTES BE GIVEN.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that the ordinance amending Title 5,
entitled 'Business and License Regulations," Chapter 2, entitled "Taxicabs," to eliminate a
local office, 24/7 service, and inspection of newer model vehicles and to allow a
surcharge fee on certain days and NEMT Services. Dennis Doderer, City Cab driver,
appeared. Individual Council Members expressed their views. Moved by Botchway,
seconded by Mims, to accept correspondence from Dennis Doderer (2).
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to appoint John McKinstry, 308 Ronalds
Street, to the Housing and Community Development Commission for an unexpired term
— September 1, 2017. Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims, to accept
correspondence from Harry Olmstead.
The Mayor noted that no applications were received for the following vacancies to
Boards and Commissions and all will be readvertised: Airport Zoning Commission for a
six-year term January 1, 2016 — December 31, 2021; 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). Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless
specific qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional notices after a period
of six publications; but will continue to advertise vacancies with postings and on the
Council agenda. However, no additional publication costs will be incurred.]
The Mayor noted previously announced vacancy: Historic Preservation Commission
for a Jefferson St. representative to fill three-year term, March 29, 2016 — March 29,
2019 (New District formed). Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Wednesday,
June 15, 2016.
Council Member Thomas announced that the Iowa City Community Band would be
playing at North Market Square Park, Sunday, June 12, at 2:00 PM.
Council Member Mims reported CIT training and recent visit of the facilities in San
Antonio; and stated she was looking forward further discussion.
Mayor Pro tem Botchway stated it was fortunate the Marcus Owen incident was not
a hate crime and commended the Police Department for taking the matter seriously;
and encouraged the community to speak up about their experiences; noted the
following events scheduled for Saturday, May 21, City paddle boarding event
downtown, HBCU tour fundraiser at the Clarion Hotel, Inside Out Re-entry summer
concert; stated he will be on the KXIC Radio show at 7:15 AM Friday, May 20; reported
on his participation in Get Moving Healthy Kids event which raised $67,000; and the
memorial for Ily Ringer.
Council Member Cole reported on his participation in the Bike, Bus, Car event
celebrating Bike to Work week and encouraged everyone to attend other events during
the week; and noted the universal support for further discussion of the CIT program.
Council Member Taylor noted the City press release regarding Invest Health and
stated Iowa City was one of 50 cities selected to receive a $60,000 grant to study health
disparities in low income communities; reminded the community of a Senior Center
event at the Englert on Saturday, May 21, Family Folk Machine and Voices of
Experience inter -generational concert.
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Mayor Throgmorton noted the Senior Center annual meeting on May 18; the Dan
Parolek presentation at the Public Library on Tuesday, May 24; and noted the upcoming
graduation of his step -daughter from City High.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims to adjourn regular meeting 8:25 p.m.
James A. Throgmorton, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk