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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
APRIL 4, 2017
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: Fruin, Monroe, Andrew, Dilkes,
Guidry, Voparil, O'Brien, Rummel, Weinard, Byer, Havel, Knoche, Hightshoe, Yapp,
Ackerson, Bockenstedt.
The Mayor proclaimed: Day of Reason — May 4, Justin Scott, Director Eastern Iowa
Atheists, Daniel Valentin and Annie Gudenkauf Secular Students of Iowa accepting; Limb
Loss Awareness Month — April, Harry Olmstead, accepting; Fair Housing Month — April.
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Lincoln Elementary School
students: Christian Collins, Jenny Tang.
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 noting
correction to Item 4a(1) March 21st Work Session minutes changing wording to "inclusive"
and agenda comment items for 4e(2) through 4e(10) should read public hearing April
18th.:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: March 21, Work Session; March 21, 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 19; Board of Adjustment - December 16; Community Police
Review Board - February 14; Housing and Community Development Commission -
February 16; Human Rights Commission - February 21; Library Board of Trustees -
February 23; Parks and Recreation Commission - January 11; Rules Committee -
March 16.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Beer Permit for ND Express, Inc., dba North Dodge Sinclair,
2153 ACT Circle; Class C Beer Permit for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee #3 Gas, 1103
N. Dodge St.; Class C Liquor License for The Bandits LLC, dba EI Banditos, 327
E. Market St.; Class C Liquor License for DOLGENCORP, LLC, dba Dollar
General Store #8137, 41 Highway 1 W.; 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. New: Special Class C Liquor License for Lucky's
Market Operating, dba Lucky's Market #20, 1668 Sycamore St.; Special Class C
Liquor License for Iowa Ave. LLC, dba Atlas, 127 Iowa Ave.; Class E Liquor
License for ZB Restaurant Group IC, LLC, dba Zombie Burger & Shake Lab- Iowa
City, 180 E. Burlington St.; Outdoor Service Area for ZB Restaurant Group IC,
LLC, dba Zombie Burger & Shake Lab -Iowa City, 180 E. Burlington St.
Resolutions and Motions: Approve disbursements in the amount of
$9,556,517.06 for the period of January 1 through January 31, 2017, as
recommended by the Finance Director subject to audit; Approve disbursements in
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the amount of $8,696,053.75 for the period of February 1 through February 28,
2017, as recommended by the Finance Director subject to audit; RES. 17-90,
AWARDING CONTRACT to LL Pelling Company for $ 1,257,212.78 AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE ASPHALT RESURFACING 2017
PROJECT; RES. 17-91, AWARDING CONTRACT to Western Specialty
Contractors, for $606,375.00 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE
IOWA CITY PARKING GARAGE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM AND BRIDGE
REPAIR 2017 PROJECT; RES. 17-92, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
WADE STREET WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT; RES. 17-93,
APPROVING THE BY -LAWS OF THE COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW BOARD
AND RESCINDING RESOLUTIONS 15-222 AND 16-201; RES. 17-94,
ADOPTING AMENDED BY-LAWS OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 06-348;
RES. 17-95, ADOPTING THE PROCEDURAL RULES OF THE BOARD OF
ADJUSTMENT AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 13-43; RES. 17-96,
REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 17-28 AND AUTHORIZING CREATION OF
CLIMATE ACTION STEERING COMMITTEE; RES. 17-97, APPROVING,
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE JUNE 3, 2014 AGREEMENT
BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND SNYDER & ASSOCIATES,
INC. TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE FIRST
AVENUE GRADE SEPARATION PROJECT; RES. 17-98, AUTHORIZING THE
PROCUREMENT FOR THE REMOVAL, DISPOSAL, AND REPLACEMENT OF
GRANULAR ACTIVATED CARBON; RES. 17-99, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXTEND THE CLOSING DATE ON THE PURCHASE
AGREEMENT WITH ASPEN VENTURES, LLC. FOR THE PROPERTY TO THE
NORTH OF CITY HALL.
Setting Public Hearings: Setting public hearing for April 18 on an ordinance
amending Title 14, Chapter 5, Site Development Standards, Article A: Off Street
Parking and Loading, to eliminate the parking requirement for properties in the
downtown planning district, zoned CB -5 and, in part, Historic District Overlay, and
to increase the required bicycle parking and to include a reference to the CB -5
form based code exemption which allows modification of parking placement
standards; RES. 17-100, FIXING DATE FOR A MEETING ON THE
PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $153,000 GENERAL
OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA (FOR
ESSENTIAL CORPORATE PURPOSES), AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION
OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 17-101, FIXING DATE FOR A MEETING ON THE
PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $6,849,000
GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF
IOWA (FOR ESSENTIAL CORPORATE PURPOSES), AND PROVIDING FOR
PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 17-102, FIXING DATE FOR A
MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED
$542,480 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
STATE OF IOWA (FOR GENERAL CORPORATE PURPOSES), AND
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PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 17-103, FIXING
DATE FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT
TO EXCEED $510,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, STATE OF IOWA (FOR GENERAL CORPORATE PURPOSES), AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 17-104, FIXING
DATE FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT
TO EXCEED $408,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, STATE OF IOWA (FOR GENERAL CORPORATE PURPOSES), AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 17-105, FIXING
DATE FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT
TO EXCEED $664,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, STATE OF IOWA (FOR GENERAL CORPORATE PURPOSES), AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 17-106, FIXING
DATE FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT
TO EXCEED $700,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, STATE OF IOWA (FOR GENERAL CORPORATE PURPOSES), AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 17-107, FIXING
DATE FOR A MEETING ON THE PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT
TO EXCEED $7,500,000 WATER REVENUE BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA
CITY, STATE OF IOWA AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE
THEREOF; RES. 17-108, FIXING DATE FOR A MEETING ON THE
PROPOSITION OF THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $5,925,000 SEWER
REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF
IOWA AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 17-
109, DETERMINING THE NECESSITY OF AND SETTING DATES OF A
CONSULTATION (April 17) AND PUBLIC HEARING (May 2) ON A PROPOSED
AMENDMENT NO. 15 TO THE CITY -UNIVERSITY PROJECT I URBAN
RENEWAL PLAN IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Correspondence: Barbara Vinograde regarding Invited to Friday After Clinic
Martha Norbeck: TIFF-LEED-Iowa City; Lisa Lloyd regarding Ash Trees [Staff
response included]; Thomas Schulein regarding Senior Center Commission;
Adrien Wing regarding Future of Black Iowa March 31 -April 1; Benjamin Nelson
regarding Thank you to City Council; Becky Henson regarding Iowa City names a
top 100 best place to live!
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code, Article 5b,
Sign Regulations, to adjust the sign allowance for fascia (building wall) signs in the Central
Business Zones and certain Riverfront Crossings Subdistricts. Development Services
Coordinator John Yapp presented a power point and answered Councilors questions.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that the ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning
Code, Article 5b, Sign Regulations, to adjust the sign allowance for fascia (building wall)
signs in the Central Business Zones and certain Riverfront Crossings Subdistricts, be given
first vote.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, to send a letter to the Johnson County
Planning and Zoning Commission recommending approval of rezoning approx. 11 acres of
land located at 4665 Herbert Hoover Highway SE in fringe area B. from County
Commercial (C) to County Residential (CZ17-00001). Development Services Coordinator
John Yapp presented a power point and answered Councilors questions.
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A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 926 East Davenport Street. No one appeared.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 17-110, AUTHORIZING
CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 926 EAST DAVENPORT
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. 17-4701, AMENDING TITLE 3, FINANCES, TAXATION AND
FEES, CHAPTER 4, SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES, BONDS, FINES AND
PENALTIES, SECTION 5, SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL, TO AMEND SOLID WASTE
COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL FEES, be voted on for final passage at this time. The
Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that the
ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 17-111, AMENDING IOWA
CITY'S AFFORDABLE HOUSING LOCATION MODEL. Neighborhood Services
Coordinator Hightshoe presented a power point. Individual Council Members expressed
their views.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-112, OF SUPPORT FOR
CITY EMPLOYEES AND THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNITS. Individual Council
Members expressed their views in support of resolution.
The Mayor noted the following vacancies on Boards and Commissions: Airport Zoning
Commission for an unexpired term, upon appointment — December 21, 2021; Airport
Zoning Brd of Adjustment for an unexpired term, upon appointment - December 21, 2020;
Airport Zoning Brd. of Adjustment for an unexpired term, upon appointment - December
31, 2018 (Formerly advertised); Historic Preservation Commission for a Jefferson St.
representative to fill a three-year term, March 29, 2016 — July 1, 2019 (New District
formed). Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 11, 2017. Airport
Commission for a four year term, July 1, 2017 — July 1, 2021; Community Police Review
Board for two vacancies to fill four year terms, July 1, 2017 — July 1, 2021; Historic
Preservation Commission — One vacancy for a Longfellow Representative, One vacancy
for a Northside Representative and Two vacancies for At Large Representatives, July 1,
2017 — July 1, 2021; Housing and Community Development Commission for three
vacancies to fill three year terms July 1 — July 1, 2020; Library, Board of Trustees for two
vacancies to fill six-year terms, July 1, 2017 —June 30, 2023; Planning and Zoning
Commission for a five year term, July 1, 2017 —July 1, 2022; Telecommunications
Commission — Two vacancies to fill three year terms, July 1, 2017 — July 1, 2020.
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 9, 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. More information may be found on the City website or in
the City Clerk's office.]
Council Member Taylor noted that she attended City Employee Potluck and noted the
impressive number of years of service represented and thanked all City employees for
their dedication.
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Council Member Thomas reported he attended a conference and was sorry he missed
the employee lunch, however was able to spend some time in St. Louis and Kansas City
experiencing new places and experiences in the eyes of a Council person.
Council Member Mims stated she also missed the employee luncheon but wanted to
express her appreciation to city employees and all that they do. She also reported that
the recent "Accomplices in Eliminating Racial Bias' Conference by the Disproportionate
Minority Contact Group was a wonderful event with many great speakers. Mentioned a
couple upcoming events and encouraged citizen involvement: Community Police Review
Board Annual Forum on Wednesday, April 12th, 6:00 p.m. at the library and the National
Bookmobile Celebration at Mercer Park at 5:30 p.m. on April 12th.
Mayor Pro tem Botchway reported on his son's recent progress, recognized city
employees for their years of service, thanked the city and Stefanie Bowers for "Advancing
Racial Equity, the Role for Government" event coming up. Stated he is excited about
Mission Creek and thanked the Center for Worker Justice for their work reaching out to
businesses. Noted Jacob Simpson who is running for President of University of Iowa
Student Government. Jacob spoke and stressed his campaign points running under the
"Bridge UI" Campaign, reaching out to undergraduate students, and how they can relate
to one another in the community.
Council Member Dickens mentioned that he went on a great tour of the Shelter House
and helped Pauline out at the Shelter House Book Sale. Stressed the importance of
drivers to be aware of increased activity with bicycles and kids playing. Acknowledged
Mission Creek Festival, Film Scene group and restaurants for the great job they are
doing.
Council Member Cole mentioned the minimum wage conversation and setback with
state legislature, thanked local businesses for stepping forward; Thanked the school
district for holding Joint Meeting with Council; Encouraged individuals to partake in the
festivities of Mission Creek this week; acknowledged free concert at Big Grove and Food
Pilot program in April on Friday and Saturday nights on north Clinton Street 10 p.m. to 2
a. m.
Mayor Throgmorton suggested a meeting of Council at the end of the legislative
session. Noted the following events: Economic Development Committee meeting on April
5; Senior Center engagement fair on April 13th from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in the Senior Center;
Benefit for South Sudan at Robert Lee Recreation Center 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on April 15th.
Stated he would like to see first Listening Post of the year scheduled within the next
month. (Council agreed on location of Broadway Community Center.) The Clerk's Office
will look into dates and times.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Dickens, to adjourn regular meet to work
session at 8 p.m.
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MEMORANDUM
* Revised 4/5/17
Date: March 29, 2017
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Julie Voparil, Deputy City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, March 21, 2017, 5:00 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Botchway, Cole. Dickens, Mims, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton
UISG: Simpson, Nelson
Staff: Fruin, Dilkes, Monroe, Andrew, Dilkes, Guidry, Voparil, Ralston, Bockenstedt,
Havel, Boothroy, Yapp, Walz, Hightshoe, Nagle-Gamm, Seydell-Johnson,
Rummels, Knoche, Bowers
A transcription and power points are available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.
UPDATE ON BIKE MASTER PLAN
Executive Director of MPOJC Ralston introduced consultant Kevin Neill, Transportation
Planner for Alta Planning and Design. Mr. Neill presented an update and power point of
the Bike Master Plan including survey results and goals. Council Members followed up
with questions concerning how to promote a bicycle friendly community. Topics
including bike lanes, bike racks, bicycle safety, collision data and cost of implementing
plan were discussed.
ACTION: Bike Master Plan will be presented to Council (approximately) June
2017.
STRATEGIC PLAN STATUS REPORT PRESENTATION
Assistant City Manager Monroe presented an analysis and power point of the Strategic
* Plan. Goals and initiatives were outlined in order make Iowa City a more inclusive and
sustainable city. The following sections of the plan were presented and discussed in
detail:
• Strong & Resilient Local Economy
• Vibrant and Walkable Urban Core
• Healthy Neighborhood
• Solid Financial Foundation
• Community Engagement
• Environmental Stability
ACTION: The City Manager's. Office will update the Strategic Plan Status Report to
include the Prairie Hill Co -housing project.
CLARIFICATION OF AGENDA ITEMS
1. (Consent Calendar # 3f(3) Amy Charles... Sexual harassment and subversion ...at
UBER)... Mayor Pro tem Botchway asked if we have heard any complaints about UBER
pertaining to this correspondence. City Manager Fruin stated he has not.
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Date: March 29, 2017
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Julie Voparil, Deputy City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, March 21, 2017, 5:00 PM in Emma J.
Council: \ Botchway, Cole. Dickens, Mims, Taylor, Thomas,
UISG: Sfmoson. Nelson
Staff: Fruin, es, Monroe, Andrew, Dilkes, Guidry,
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UPDATE ON BIKE MASTER PLAN
Executive Director of MPOJC Ralston
Planner for Alta Planning and Design.
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including bike lanes, bike racks, bicycle
plan were discussed. /
ACTION: Bike Master Plan
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Office and the City website.
consultant Kevin Neill, Transportation
)resented an update and power point of
goals. Council Members followed up
.le friendly community. Topics
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presented to C)Wcil (approximately) June
Assistant City Manager Monro presented an analysis and power p ' t of the Strategic
Plan. Goals and initiatives w re outlined in order make Iowa City a mo exclusive and
sustainable city. T/follow*' g sections of the plan were presented and cussed in
detail:
• Strong & Rcal Economy
• Vibrant anUrban Core
• Healthy Ned• Solid Finadation
• Communitent
• Environmelity
ACTION: The Slity Manager's Office will update the Strategic Plan Status Report to
include the Prbirie Hill Co -housing project.
1. (Consent Calendar # 3f(3) Amy Charles... Sexual harassment and subversion ...at
UBER)... Mayor Pro tem Botchway asked if we have heard any complaints about UBER
pertaining to this correspondence. City Manager Fruin stated he has not.
Council Work Session
March 21, 2017
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2. (ITEM 8 Solid Waste Rate Changes)... Mayor Throgmorton stated he received a
complaint from a citizen questioning the $2.00 a monthly fee for yard waste. Council
Member Mims and Taylor commented on issue and recycling efforts of whole
community. City Manager Fruin reported that administrative costs are currently figured
into the system and this fee is simplifying through a monthly fee as the user group
expands with composting.
INFORMATION PACKET DISCUSSION [March 9,16]
➢ March 9
IP 2 (City Manager... Sioux City Collective Bargaining Resolution)... Mayor
Throgmorton asked if we could have a similar resolution; Council Members
agreed. A collective bargaining resolution will be prepared using the
language from the Sioux City, Iowa resolution. Staff will have the resolution
ready for the April 4`h agenda.
IP4 (Council Member Thomas... Complete Streets Policy)... Council Member Thomas
spoke regarding Complete Streets memo and his incorporation of strategic plan
and bike master plan initiatives into it. City Manager Fruin stated that staff is
looking into the design standards to be used in the Complete Streets policy and
should come back with recommendations within a couple months.
IP6 (Police Dept... Bar Check Report) Mayor Pro tem Botchway asked if Mayor had
reached out to Union Bar owners. Mayor Throgmorton has not contacted them
yet, but may at a later time.
IP5 (City Manager... Trump administration considers... cut to HUD...) City Manager
Fruin reported that there are professional associations advocating for funding
(HUD, EPA). Fruin stated that he will he is working with Coralville and North
Liberty on some joint position statements and that he will be attending D.C. with
a group from Johnson County the end of April to further advocate funding.
➢ March 16
None
Meeting ended 6:30 PM.
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS — 3/21/17
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Throgmorton
presiding. Council Members presented: Botchway, Cole, Dickens, Mims, Taylor,
Thomas, Throgmorton. Absent: None.
The Mayor proclaimed: Cities' Immigration Day of Action — March 21, Mayor Pro tem
Botchway accepting.
Moved and seconded that the items and recommendations in the consent Calendar
be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: March 7, Work Session; March 7, Regular Formal Official & Complete.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Human
Rights Commission: January 25; Public Art Advisory Committee: February 2.
Permit Motions and resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Beer Permit for Tobacco Outlet Plus #537, 923 S. Riverside Dr.;
Special Class C Liquor License for Bashu Chinese Cuisine, 121 N. Linn St.; Class C
Liquor License for Apres, 1010 Martin St.; Outdoor Service Area for Apres, 1010
Martin St.; Class C Liquor License for B.P.O. Elks #590, 637 Foster Rd.; Class C
Liquor License for The Deadwood, 6 South Dubuque St.
New: Class E Liquor License for City Liquor, 425 S. Gilbert St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 17-77, AWARDING CONTRACT TO Feldman
Concrete, for$ 98,005.55 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE CURB
RAMP 2017 PROJECT; RES. 17-78, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE FRAUENHOLTZ-MILLER PARK PROJECT 2016; RES.
17-79, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE
IOWA AVENUE BRIDGE & EAST BOUND BURLINGTON STREET BRIDGE OVER
THE IOWA RIVER SCOUR REPAIR & MITIGATION PROJECT; RES. 17-80,
AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT TO FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE
WASTEWATER CLARIFIER REPAIRS PROJECT; RES. 17-81, ACCEPTING THE
WORK FOR THE WATER MAIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND THE DEDICATION
OF AN ACCESS AND WATER MAIN EASEMENT FOR THE ALGONQUIN ROAD
WATER MAIN EXTENSION FOR THE RESIDENCE AT 620 FOSTER ROAD; RES.
17-82, AUTHORIZING THE PROCUREMENT OF FOUR (4) MEDIUM DUTY CAB
AND CHASSIS TRUCKS; RES. 17-83, AMENDING THE ADMINISTRATIVE
/CONFIDENTIAL PAY PLAN BY ADDING THE POSITIONS OF SOLUTIONS
ARCHITECT — PAYGRADE 28, AND BUDGET AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER —
PAYGRADE 27.
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March 21, 2017
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Setting Public Hearings: RES. 17-84, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE
MAY 2, 2017 CITY COUNCIL MEETING REGARDING THE IOWA DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION CONSOLIDATED TRANSIT FUNDING APPLICATION FOR
IOWA CITY TRANSIT; Setting a public hearing for April 4 on an ordinance amending
Title 14, Zoning Code, Article 5b, Sign Regulations, to adjust the sign allowance for
fascia (building wall) signs in the Central Business Zones and certain Riverfront
Crossings Subdistricts; RES. 17-85, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 4,
2017, ON A PROPOSAL TO CONVEY A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 926
EAST DAVENPORT STREET.
Correspondence: Nikolaos Maggos, Amanda Owen Van Horne, Jo Hensch
regarding ICE in Iowa City; Palmer Holden (x3) regarding Hickory Hills; Amy Charles
regarding Sexual harassment and subversion of government at Uber [Staff response
included]; Sam Van Horne regarding Immigration Raids Are Not the Responsibility of
the City of Iowa City [Staff response included]; Dennis Doderer regarding USA Today:
Uber's 'Greyball' accused of deceiving authorities; Gregg Geerdes regarding
Pedestrians to be temporarily re-routed off of Dubuque Street; Jerry Bokassa
regarding Issues; Anthony Moris regarding Iowa AFL-CIO, This is Nucking Futs; Lara
Laurentis regarding Hi ballot request [Staff response included]; Alan Echardt
regarding Parking at Big Grove [Staff response included]; Sally Scott, J.C. Affordable
Housing regarding Venezuelan Dinner for Affordable Housing; City Engineer
regarding Competitive Quotation Results.
Cheryll Clamon, Senior Center Commission member appeared regarding an update of
Senior Center Commission activities. Brandon Ross appeared regarding health care
being a part of national security and encouraged Council to be involved.
Moved and seconded that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on
for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally
passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived, and that ORD. 17-
4698, CONDITIONALLY REZONING 10.26 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT
NORTH OF SCOTT BOULEVARD BETWEEN HICKORY HEIGHTS LANE AND FIRST
AVENUE FROM INTERIM DEVELOPMENT (ID -RS) ZONE TO LOW DENSITY MULTI-
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RM -12) ZONE. (REZ16-00008), be voted on for final passage at
this time. The Mayor requested Council Members disclose any exparte communications
and none were reported. Moved and seconded that the ordinance be finally adopted at
this time.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-86, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT
OF THE CROSSINGS, IOWA CITY, IOWA (SUB16-00013).
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
agreement, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Wetherby Park Improvement
Project, establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to
post notice to bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-87, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF AGREEMENT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF
THE WETHERBY PARK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID
SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO POST NOTICE
TO BIDDERS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 1026 East Burlington Street.
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March 21, 2017
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Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-88, AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A
SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 1025 EAST BURLINGTON STREET.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 3, Finances, Taxation and
Fees, Chapter 4, Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties, Section
5, Solid Waste Disposal, to amend Solid Waste Collection and Disposal Fees. Howard
Windberg appeared questioning the $2.00 monthly fee for brush since he composts.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Title 3, Finances, Taxation and
Fees, Chapter 4, Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties, Section
5, Solid Waste Disposal, to amend Solid Waste Collection and Disposal Fees, be given
first vote.
Moved and seconded that the rule requiring ordinances to be considered and voted on
for final passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally
passed be suspended, the second consideration and vote be waived, and that ORD. 17-
4699, AMENDING TITLE 3, FINANCES, TAXATION AND FEES, CHAPTER 4,
SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES, BONDS, FINES, AND PENALTIES,
SECTION 8, PARKING VIOLATIONS, TO ADD THE NEW HARRISON STREET
PARKING STRUCTURE, AND AMEND THE MONTHLY PARKING FEE, be voted on for
final passage at this time. Moved and seconded that the ordinance be finally adopted at
this time.
Moved and seconded that 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. 17-
4700, AMENDING TITLE 10, ENTITLED 'PUBLIC WAYS AND PROPERTY," CHAPTER
7, ENTITLED "CITY CEMETERY," TO ALLOW DOGS IN THE CITY CEMETERY IF
THEY ARE ON A LEASH, be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved and
seconded that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-89, ADOPTING THE SOCIAL JUSTICE AND
RACIAL EQUITY GRANT ALLOCATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017.
The following appointments were made to boards and commissions:
Moved and seconded to appoint Melissa Jensen, 830 Elliott Court, to the Civil Service
Commission, for a four -year term, April 3, 2017 - April 5, 2021;
Moved and seconded to appoint Charles Stanier, 529 Brown St., Martha Norbeck,
906 S. 7th Ave., John Fraser, 2040 Little Creek Ln., Anne Russett, 14 Forest Glen, Eric
Tate, 1234 Santa Fe Dr., to the Climate Action Steering Committee for five at -large for a
one-year term beginning in Spring 2017; Appoint as Alternates - Clarity Guerra, 1124
Franklin St., Ferman Milster, 12 Notting Hill Ln., and Karen Kubby, 1425 Ridge St.;
Appoint Kara Hoving, 824 E. Jefferson, as Student Designee.
Moved and seconded to appoint Tahuanty Pena, 1026 Meadowlark Dr., to the Human
Rights Commission for an unexpired term upon appointment — January 1, 2020.
Moved and seconded to appoint Thomas Schulein, 811 Cypress Ct., and Hiram
Webber, 320 E. Washington, Apt. 7H, to the Senior Center Commission for two vacancies
to fill three-year terms, January , 2017 — December 31, 2020.
The Mayor noted that no applications were received for the Telecommunications
Commission for an unexpired term, upon appointment — July 1, 2017, and will be
readvertised.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Airport Zoning Commission
for an unexpired term, upon appointment— December 21, 2021; Airport Zoning Brd of
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Adjustment for an unexpired term, upon appointment - December 21, 2020; Airport
Zoning Brd. of Adjustment for an unexpired term, upon appointment - December 31, 2018
(Formerly advertised); Historic Preservation Commission for a Jefferson St.
Representative to fill a three-year term, March 29, 2016 — July 1, 2019 (New District
formed). Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 11, 2017.
The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Airport Commission for a four year term, July
1, 2017 — July 1, 2021; Community Police Review Board for two vacancies to fill four
year terms, July 1, 2017 — July 1, 2021; Historic Preservation Commission for a
Longfellow Representative and a Northside Representative and two vacancies
for At Large Representatives, July 1, 2017—July 1, 2021; Housing and Community
Development Commission for three vacancies for three year terms July 1 — July 1, 2020;
Library, Board of Trustees, for two vacancies to fill six-year terms, July 1, 2017 —June 30,
2023; Planning and Zoning Commission for a five year term, July 1, 2017 —July 1, 2022;
Telecommunications Commission for two vacancies to fill three year terms, July 1,
2017 — July 1, 2020. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 9, 2017.
Moved and seconded to adjourn meeting at 9:20 p.m.
A more cirx�lete��r+,Pt` ��ncit Activities is on file in the office of the City
Clerk. #'�`/'„ -
s/Jam A. Throgmorto Mayor
s/Chris Guidry, City Clerk
Submitted
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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 21, 2017
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Throgmorton
presiding. Council Members presented: Botchway, Cole, Dickens, Mims, Taylor,
Thomas, Throgmorton. Absent: None. Staff members present: Fruin, Monroe, Dilkes,
Andrew, Guidry, Voparil, Yapp, Seydell-Johnson, Rummels, Hightshoe, Bowers.
The Mayor proclaimed: Cities' Immigration Day of Action — March 21, Mayor Pro tem
Botchway accepting.
Moved by Mims, 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: March 7, Work Session; March 7, Regular Formal Official & Complete.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Human
Rights Commission: January 25; Public Art Advisory Committee: February 2.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Beer Permit for Kwik Trip Inc., dba Tobacco Outlet Plus #537, 923
S. Riverside Dr.; Special Class C Liquor License for Yang Yang LLC, dba Bashu
Chinese Cuisine, 121 N. Linn St.; 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 Iowa City Lodge No 590 B.P.O.,
dba B.P.O. Elks #590, 637 Foster Rd.; Class C Liquor License for Ranger
Enterprises, Inc., dba The Deadwood, 6 South Dubuque St.
New: Class E Liquor License for Corridor Liquor dba City Liquor, 425 S. Gilbert
St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 17-77, AWARDING CONTRACT TO Feldman
Concrete, for $ 98,005.55 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE CURB
RAMP 2017 PROJECT; RES. 17-78, AWARDING CONTRACT to All American
Concrete Inc., for $205,295.00 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE
FRAUENHOLTZ-MILLER PARK PROJECT 2016; RES. 17-79, AWARDING
CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK
TO ATTEST A CONTRACT to Superior Seawalls Inc., for$ 247,155.00 FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE IOWA AVENUE BRIDGE & EAST BOUND BURLINGTON
STREET BRIDGE OVER THE IOWA RIVER SCOUR REPAIR & MITIGATION
PROJECT; RES. 17-80, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT TO Fab Tech
Wastewater Solutions for $ 256,000.00 FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE
WASTEWATER CLARIFIER REPAIRS PROJECT; RES. 17-81, ACCEPTING THE
WORK FOR THE WATER MAIN PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND THE DEDICATION
OF AN ACCESS AND WATER MAIN EASEMENT FOR THE ALGONQUIN ROAD
WATER MAIN EXTENSION FOR THE RESIDENCE AT 620 FOSTER ROAD; RES.
17-82, AUTHORIZING THE PROCUREMENT OF FOUR (4) MEDIUM DUTY CAB
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AND CHASSIS TRUCKS; RES. 17-83, AMENDING THE ADMINISTRATIVE
/CONFIDENTIAL PAY PLAN BY ADDING THE POSITIONS OF SOLUTIONS
ARCHITECT— PAYGRADE 28, AND BUDGET AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER —
PAYGRADE 27.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 17-84, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE
MAY 2, 2017 CITY COUNCIL MEETING REGARDING THE IOWA DEPARTMENT
OF TRANSPORTATION CONSOLIDATED TRANSIT FUNDING APPLICATION FOR
IOWA CITY TRANSIT; Setting a public hearing for April 4 on an ordinance amending
Title 14, Zoning Code, Article 5b, Sign Regulations, to adjust the sign allowance for
fascia (building wall) signs in the Central Business Zones and certain Riverfront
Crossings Subdistricts; RES. 17-85, SETTING PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 4,
2017, ON A PROPOSAL TO CONVEY A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 926
EAST DAVENPORT STREET.
Correspondence: Nikolaos Maggos, Amanda Owen Van Horne, Jo Hensch
regarding ICE in Iowa City; Palmer Holden (x3) regarding Hickory Hills; Amy Charles
regarding Sexual harassment and subversion of government at Uber [Staff response
included]; Sam Van Horne regarding Immigration Raids Are Not the Responsibility of
the City of Iowa City [Staff response included]; Dennis Doderer regarding USA Today:
Uber's 'Greyball' accused of deceiving authorities; Gregg Geerdes regarding
Pedestrians to be temporarily re-routed off of Dubuque Street; Jerry Bokassa
regarding Issues; Anthony Moris regarding Iowa AFL-CIO, This is Nucking Futs; Lara
Laurentis regarding Hi ballot request [Staff response included]; Alan Echardt
regarding Parking at Big Grove [Staff response included]; Sally Scott, J.C. Affordable
Housing regarding Venezuelan Dinner for Affordable Housing; City Engineer
regarding Competitive Quotation Results.
Cheryll Clamon, Senior Center Commission member appeared regarding an update of
Senior Center Commission activities. Brandon Ross appeared regarding health care
being a part of national security and encouraged Council to be involved.
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. 17-4698, CONDITIONALLY REZONING 10.26 ACRES OF
PROPERTY LOCATED AT NORTH OF SCOTT BOULEVARD BETWEEN HICKORY
HEIGHTS LANE AND FIRST AVENUE FROM INTERIM DEVELOPMENT (ID -RS) ZONE
TO LOW DENSITY MULTI -FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RM -12) ZONE. (REZ16-00008), be
voted on for final passage at this time. The Mayor requested Council Members disclose
any exparte communications and none were reported. Moved by Mims, seconded by
Botchway, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-86, APPROVING THE
PRELIMINARY PLAT OF THE CROSSINGS, IOWA CITY, IOWA (SUB16-00013).
Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point. Parks and Recreation
Director Seydell-Johnson present for discussion. Individual Council Members asked
questions and expressed their views.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
agreement, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Wetherby Park Improvement
Project, establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to
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post notice to bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids. Parks and Recreation
Director Seydell-Johnson presented a power point.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 17-87, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF AGREEMENT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE WETHERBY PARK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT,
ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID,
DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO POST NOTICE TO BIDDERS, AND FIXING TIME AND
PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family
home located at 1025 East Burlington Street. No one appeared.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 17-88, AUTHORIZING
CONVEYANCE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 1025 EAST BURLINGTON
STREET.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Title 3, Finances, Taxation and
Fees, Chapter 4, Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties, Section
5, Solid Waste Disposal, to amend Solid Waste Collection and Disposal Fees. Howard
Windberg appeared questioning the $2.00 monthly fee for brush since he composts.
Associate Director Transportation & Resource Mgmt. Mark Rummels present for
discussion. City Manager Fruin stated that the $2.00 fee would not take effect June
January 1.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that the ordinance amending Title 3,
Finances, Taxation and Fees, Chapter 4, Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds,
Fines and Penalties, Section 5, Solid Waste Disposal, to amend Solid Waste Collection
and Disposal Fees, be given first vote.
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. 17-4699, AMENDING TITLE 3, FINANCES, TAXATION AND
FEES, CHAPTER 4, SCHEDULE OF FEES, RATES, CHARGES, BONDS, FINES, AND
PENALTIES, SECTION 8, PARKING VIOLATIONS, TO ADD THE NEW HARRISON
STREET PARKING STRUCTURE, AND AMEND THE MONTHLY PARKING 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 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. 17-4700, AMENDING TITLE 10, ENTITLED "PUBLIC WAYS AND
PROPERTY," CHAPTER 7, ENTITLED "CITY CEMETERY," TO ALLOW DOGS IN THE
CITY CEMETERY IF THEY ARE ON A LEASH, 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. 17-89, ADOPTING THE
SOCIAL JUSTICE AND RACIAL EQUITY GRANT ALLOCATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR
2017. Equity Director Bowers present for discussion.
The following appointments were made to boards and commissions:
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to appoint Melissa Jensen, 830 Elliott Court,
to the Civil Service Commission, for a four -year term, April 3, 2017 - April 5, 2021;
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Individual Council Members expressed their views on Climate Action Steering
Committee appointments. Council Member Mims asked if there was a way for Clerk's
Office to simplify display of board and commission applications in the Council Packet.
Moved by Taylor, seconded by Botchway, to appoint Charles Stanier, 529 Brown St.,
Martha Norbeck, 906 S. 7t' Ave., John Fraser, 2040 Little Creek Ln., Anne Russett, 14
Forest Glen, Eric Tate, 1234 Santa Fe Dr., to the Climate Action Steering Committee for
five at -large for a one-year term beginning in Spring 2017; Appoint as Alternates - Clarity
Guerra, 1124 Franklin St., Ferman Milster, 12 Notting Hill Ln., and Karen Kubby, 1425
Ridge St.; Appoint Kara Hoving, 824 E. Jefferson, as Student Designee. City Manager's
Office will prepare an amended resolution for the Climate Action Steering Committee
reflecting student designee and allowing the committee self—select a chair.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens to appoint Tahuanty Pena, 1026 Meadowlark
Dr., to the Human Rights Commission for an unexpired term upon appointment – January
1, 2020.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway to appoint Thomas Schulein, 811 Cypress
Ct., and Hiram Webber, 320 E. Washington, Apt. 7H, to the Senior Center Commission
for two vacancies to fill three-year terms, January, 2017 – December 31, 2020;
The Mayor noted that no applications were received for the Telecommunications
Commission for an unexpired term, upon appointment – July 1, 2017, and will be
readvertised.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Airport Zoning Commission
for an unexpired term, upon appointment– December 21, 2021; Airport Zoning Brd of
Adjustment for an unexpired term, upon appointment - December 21, 2020; Airport
Zoning Brd. of Adjustment for an unexpired term, upon appointment - December 31, 2018
(Formerly advertised); Historic Preservation Commission for a Jefferson St.
Representative to fill a three-year term, March 29, 2016 – July 1, 2019 (New District
formed). Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 11, 2017.
The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Airport Commission for a four year term, July
1, 2017 – July 1, 2021; Community Police Review Board for two vacancies to fill four
year terms, July 1, 2017 – July 1, 2021; Historic Preservation Commission for a
Longfellow Representative and a Northside Representative and two vacancies
for At Large Representatives, July 1, 2017–July 1, 2021; Housing and Community
Development Commission for three vacancies for three year terms July 1 – July 1, 2020;
Library, Board of Trustees, for two vacancies to fill six-year terms, July 1, 2017 –June 30,
2023; Planning and Zoning Commission for a five year term, July 1, 2017 –July 1, 2022;
Telecommunications Commission for two vacancies to fill three year terms, July 1,
2017 – July 1, 2020. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 9, 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. More information may be found on the
City website or in the City Clerk's office.]
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Council Member Cole reported that he went to Big Grove, saw other Councilors there,
and encourages others to check it out. Also a reminder that the Food Truck Pilot begins
on March 3151 at Robert A. Lee Recreation Center at 10:00.
Council Member Dickens acknowledged Cheryll Clamons mention of the Trail and it's
importance of keeping older adults in their homes; it's new executive director, Amanda
Ramaker and an open house honoring her.
Mayor Pro tem Botchway stated that there is a picture in City Manager Fruin's office
with President Clinton that everyone should check out. Reported that he attended the
National League of Cities and there will be a memo in packet forthcoming. Reiterated his
support for Stepping Up Program and mentioned three events he will be attending: Jane
Elliott event this Friday; Friday the 315` Future Black Iowa Conference; GAR Training
Event.
Council Member Mims reported that she would be attending the conference on Friday
that Mayor Pro tem mentioned which is enititled "Accomplices in Eliminating Racial Bias",
mentioned the Future of Black Iowa Conference and education and health care event
Friday and Saturday, and also stated she will be in the GAR training.
Council Member Thomas noted that Matthew Desmond, author of "Evicted: Poverty
and Profit in the American City" will be speaking at 730 at Callaghan Auditorium, (College
of Public Health building) on April 4th,
Council Member Taylor attended the Zach Benedict presentation at the Senior Center,
noting his statements of the positive impact in this community for older members and
raised awareness of further issues.
Mayor Throgmorton noted the Economic Development Committee meeting at noon on
Thursday, March 29th, and his speech to the Optimist Club on March 31st. Also reminder
of the Employee Potluck Service Award Ceremony coming up on March 31 st .
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adjourn meeting at 9:20 p.m.
J mes A. Throgm rton, Mayor
Chris Guidry, City Clerk