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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
APRIL 18, 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,
Voparil, Seydell-Johnson, Dyson, Bockenstedt, Ford, Havel, Hightshoe, Knoche, Yapp.
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Award to Weber Elementary School
student: Parker Vick.
The Mayor proclaimed: Arbor Day — April 28, Parks & Recreation Dir. Seydell-
Johnson accepting; Minimum Wage; Community Development Week — April 17-26, Peter
Byler, Housing & Community Development Commission accepting, Earth Day — April 22,
Iowa City Climate Change Advocates and 100 Grannies accepting; A Week Of Peace
and Friendship With the People of Baghdad — April 23-29.
Joe Demarest, President of the Iowa City Kickers Club, presented a check to Parks &
Recreation Dir. Seydell-Johnson for $10,000.
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: April 4, Work Session; April 4, Regular Formal Official & Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Historic
Preservation Commission - February 9; Public Art Advisory Committee - March 2.
Permit Motions and resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal:
Class C Liquor License for Sams Pizza IC Inc., dba Sams Pizza IC, Inc., 441 S.
Gilbert St.; Class C Liquor License for Jimmy Jack Mac, Inc., dba Basta, 121 Iowa
Ave.; Class C Liquor License for First Avenue Productions, Inc., dba First Avenue
Club, 1550 S. First Ave.; RES. 17-113, TO ISSUE DANCING PERMIT to First Avenue
Productions, Inc., dba First Avenue Club, 1550 South First Avenue; Class C Liquor
License for Quzer Inc., dba Shakespeare's, 819 Vt Ave S Outdoor Service Area for
Quzer Inc., dba Shakespeare's, 819 15t Ave S Special Class C Liquor License for
joensy's Rest. Inc., dba joensy's Rest, 2563 North Dodge St. New: RES. 17-114, TO
ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMIT to Corridor Liquor Inc., dba City Liquor, 425 S. Gilbert
St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 17-115, AWARDING CONTRACT TO LL
PELLING COMPANY FOR $162,750.00 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE
WETHERBY PARK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT; RES. 17-116, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A 28E AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA FOR TACTICAL TEAM
(SRT) TRAINING AND RESPONSE; RES. 17-117, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST 28E AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF IOWA CITY AND JOHNSON COUNTY FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO BE MADE BY
THE CITY TO HEBL AVE.; Approve disbursements in the amount of $14,412,074.57
for the period of March 1 through March 31, 2017, as recommended by the Finance
Director subject to audit; RES. 17-118, AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF
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PROPERTY INTERESTS NECESSARY FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE
BURLINGTON CLINTON STREET INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 17-119, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON MAY 2,
2017 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF
COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CITY PARK CABIN RESTORATION
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 May 2 on an ordinance rezoning
38.49 acres from Interim Development Multifamily (ID -RM) Zone and 3.52 acres from
Rural Residential (RR -1) to Medium Density Multifamily (RM -20) Zone located south
of Lehman Avenue, east of Soccer Park Road (REZ15-00019). Setting a public
hearing for May 2 on an ordinance rezoning 12.28 acres of property from Low Density
Multifamily Residential (RM -12) to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density
Multifamily Residential (OPD/RM-12) Zone and approving a preliminary sensitive
areas development plan for the Larson Subdivision, a 2 -lot, residential subdivision
located north of Scott Boulevard between Hickory Heights Lane and First Avenue.
(R EZ 16-00008/SUB 16-00012 ).
Setting a public hearing for May 2 on an ordinance amending Title 14: Zoning,
Article 2G, Riverfront Crossings and eastside mixed use districts form -based
development standards, to add zoning standards for the new Orchard Subdistrict
within the Riverfront Crossings district located north of Benton Street and west of
Orchard Street; Setting a public hearing for May 2 on an ordinance rezoning property
from Planned Development Overlay — Low Density Single Family (OPD -RS -5) Zone to
Riverfront Crossings -Orchard Zone (RFC -O) for approximately 30,710 square feet of
property located at 619 and 627 Orchard Court (REZ17-00003); Setting a public
hearing for May 2 on an ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 4,550 square
feet of property from Central Business Service (CB -2) Zone to Central Business
Support (CB -5) Zone located at 202 North Linn Street (Corridor State Bank Property)
(REZ17-00004); RES. 17-120, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON MAY 2, 2017 ON
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE BURLINGTON CLINTON STREET
INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO
PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO
PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 17-121, SETTING
A PUBLIC HEARING ON MAY 2, 2017 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE
RIVERFRONT CROSSINGS PARK, PHASE 1 PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK
TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER
TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION; RES. 17-122, OF
INTENT TO CONSIDER A PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH
AUGUSTA PLACE, LLC, WHICH INCLUDES TRANSFER OF LAND DESCRIBED
THEREIN, AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR MAY 2, 2017 THEREON AND
PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF; RES. 17-123, SETTING A
PUBLIC HEARING ON MAY 2, 2017 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE
DAVENPORT BRICK STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY
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CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY
ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
Correspondence: Philip Hauck regarding Langenberg Avenue; Stevie Toomey
(x3): District recycling pilot [Staff responses included]; Johnson County Affordable
Housing Coalition Invitation regarding Universities and Affordable Housing; Carol
deProsse x2 regarding Golf Course; Black Hawk Mini Park [Staff response included];
Karen Kuhn IDNR regarding Public Notice for U. of I.; Laurie Nash regarding Johnson
County's annual Celebration of the Young Child Breakfast Invite; Shams Ghoneim
(x2) regarding Invitation April 14 [Responses from Miriam Amer, Dorothy Paul]; Karyl
Bohnsack regarding Letter to Economic Development Committee; Jerry Bokassa (x2)
regarding Homeless Shelter; Kathryn Atkinson regarding Lower City Park not a good
site for Easter Egg Drop this Saturday, maybe use a soccer park instead? [Staff
response included]; Helena Laroche regarding Deer; Acting Sr. Transportation
Engineering Planner regarding Install (1) STOP sign on North Riverside Drive for
northbound motorists at the intersection with River Street; Christopher Clough -Hunter
regarding GSS Statement on BOR, COGS and Collective Bargaining; Blair Frank
regarding An appeal and some clarity about Gaia's Peace Garden.
Dennis Befeler, 234 Hutchinson Avenue appeared regarding staff enforcement of
building code. Blair Frank appeared regarding Gaia's Peace Garden evolution, his gift to
the city. Jacob Simpson, University of Iowa Student Government representative,
appeared expressing his thanks for serving and noting accomplishments made.
A public hearing was held 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. Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, that the 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, be given first vote. Mayor Throgmorton
stated that this further advances the development of City Hall parking lot and preserves
the Unitarian Church.
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. 17-4702, 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 voted on for final passage at this time. Moved by
Mims, seconded by Botchway, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
A public hearing was held on a resolution instituting proceedings to take additional
action for the issuance of not to exceed $153,000 General Obligation Bonds. No one
appeared. Finance Director Bockenstedt presented a power point with an overview of
bond proposals.
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Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-124, INSTITUTING
PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $153,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution instituting proceedings to take additional
action for the issuance of not to exceed $6,849,000 General Obligation Bonds. No one
appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-125, INSTITUTING
PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $6,849,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution instituting proceedings to take additional
action for the issuance of not to exceed $542,480 General Obligation Bonds. No one
appeared.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 17-126, INSTITUTING
PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $542,480 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution instituting proceedings to take additional
action for the issuance of not to exceed $510,000 General Obligation Bonds. No one
appeared.
Moved by Thomas, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-127, INSTITUTING
PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $510,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution instituting proceedings to take additional
action for the issuance of not to exceed $408,000 General Obligation Bonds. No one
appeared.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Taylor, to adopt RES. 17-128, INSTITUTING
PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $408,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution instituting proceedings to take additional
action for the issuance of not to exceed $664,000 General Obligation Bonds. No one
appeared.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES.17-129, INSTITUTING
PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $664,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
A public hearing was held on a resolution instituting proceedings to take additional
action for the issuance of not to exceed $700,000 General Obligation Bonds. No one
appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-130, INSTITUTING
PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $700,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-131, DIRECTING THE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR SALE OF $9,765,000 (DOLLAR AMOUNT SUBJECT TO
CHANGE) GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2017A, AND APPROVING
ELECTRONIC BIDDING PROCEDURES.
A public hearing was held on a resolution instituting proceedings to take additional
action for the issuance of not to exceed $5,925,000 sewer revenue refunding bonds. No
one appeared.
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Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 17-132, INSTITUTING
PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $5,925,000 SEWER REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS.
A public hearing was held on resolution instituting proceedings to take additional
action for the issuance of not to exceed $7,500,000 Water Revenue Bonds. No one
appeared.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 17-133, INSTITUTING
PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOT TO
EXCEED $7,500,000 WATER REVENUE BONDS.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-134, DIRECTING THE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR SALE OF $5,235,000 (DOLLAR AMOUNT SUBJECT TO
CHANGE) SEWER REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2017B, AND
APPROVING ELECTRONIC BIDDING PROCEDURES.
Moved by Thomas, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-135, DIRECTING THE
ADVERTISEMENT FOR SALE OF $5,910,000 (DOLLAR AMOUNT SUBJECT TO
CHANGE) WATER REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2017C, AND APPROVING
ELECTRONIC BIDDING PROCEDURES.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance providing that general
property taxes levied and collected each year on all property located within that area
added to the City -University Project 1 Urban Renewal Area (Augusta Place) pursuant to
the fourteenth amendment thereto in the City of Iowa City, County of Johnson, State of
Iowa, by and for the benefit of the State of Iowa, City of Iowa City, County of Johnson,
Iowa City Community School District and other taxing districts, be paid to a special fund
for payment of principal and interest on loans, rebates, grants, monies advanced to and
indebtedness, including bonds issued or to be issued, incurred by said city in connection
with the City -University project 1 Urban Renewal Plan, be given first vote.
Moved by Mims, seconded Botchway, that the ordinance amending Title 4, Alcoholic
Beverages, Chapter 5, Prohibitions and Restrictions, Section 5 Open Containers, to allow
open containers to be carried from one licensed premises directly into another, be given
first vote. City Manager Fruin summarized ordinance. Nancy Bird, Iowa City downtown
district appeared and introduced new Nighttime Mayor , Angela Winnike. Council
Members expressed their views.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-136, AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT TO
PROVIDE WATER SERVICE TO LACINA MEADOWS SUBDIVISION. Public Works Dir.
Knoche presented a power point.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-137, AMENDING THE
BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE TRANSPORTATION AND RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT BY DELETING ONE ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR -
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT POSITION, IN THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT BY
ADDING ONE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SUPERINTENDENT POSITION, AND
AMENDING THE ADMINISTRATIVE PAY PLAN BY ADDING THE POSITION
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SUPERINTENDENT. City Manager Fruin explained
departmental changes.
The Mayor noted that no applications were received for the following Board and
Commission appointments, and all will be readvertised: 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). 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.]
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Airport Commission — One
vacancy to fill 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, for a Northside
representative and to 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 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.
Council Member Rockne asked permission of Council to attend a work around
enterprise conference in Madison, WI. Reported he will be attending the third Unity
Potluck May 6 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Robert A Lee Rec Center and is pleased to
hear how community gardening program is progressing.
Council Member Dickens announced that the I.C. Trail, an organization that helps
elderly stay in homes longer and has an office in the Senior Center, will start their
membership drive on April 24th, and reported that the Farmers Market is starting up and
his trip to recent trip to Chaddick Green.
Mayor Pro tem Botchway thanked staff for GAR conference, reported that the Mission
Creek Festival was a success and attendance was great at the Big Grove concert.
Stated he is attending the I.C. Catholic Worker House Dinner April 30, 4-6 p.m.; attended
the Mosque Open House, and thanked the Police Dept. for their turn out; acknowledged
the Sanctuary Community Church and work of city staff on addressing issues.
Council Member Mims participated in CPRB forum. Mentioned the Crisis Intervention
Training Steering Committee, Access Center meetings and indicated she would like to
represent Council in upcoming negotiations with elected officials on this issue. Reported
that she attended "The Making of Hot Tamale Louie", at the Library which takes on the
issue of race and ethnicity and immigration.
Council Member Taylor stated that the Council Listening Post is on April 27th at the
Broadway Neighborhood Center at 5:00 and encouraged individuals to attend. In
accordance with the Minimum Wage Proclamation read earlier, wanted to thank
businesses for their support of $10.10 minimum wage.
Mayor Throgmorton reported on City Manager Fruin, Police Chief Matherly and his
meeting with the Center for Work Justice recently, the National Bookmobile Celebration at
Mercer Park, and enjoyed attending the Mosque Open House and a benefit for South
Sudan. Upcoming Events: April 19 the Civic "Citizen Diplomacy" award ceremony;
Earth Day (April 22) events -- Barbara Schlachter run/walk for victims of climate change
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at City Park and Trueblood Park and at Kent Park — "Physicians for Social Responsibility
and, A Passport to a Livable Future," 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Mayor also stated he will be in
Baghdad for a week.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims to adjourn meeting at 8.33 p.m.
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
15, " MEMORANDUM
Date: April 13, 2017
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Julie Voparil, Deputy City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, April 4, 2017, 5:00 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Botchway, Cole. Dickens, Mims, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton
UISG: Simpson, Nelson
Staff: Fruin, Monroe, Andrew, Dilkes, Guidry, Voparil
— I.P.#5, 4/13/17 Information Packet.
[Work Session recessed and continued after formal meeting.]
CLARIFICATION OF AGENDA ITEMS
Item 6b ... County Rezoning Letter Herbert Hoover Highway... Mayor Throgmorton
questioned date on letter BEFORE Council concurred. City Attorney Dilkes stated that is was a
draft and date would be changed when letter is sent.
Item 4e(1) ... Code Amendment off -Street Parking... Council Member Thomas asked for
clarification pertaining to "Downtown Planning District' or "Downtown District." City Attorney
Dilkes later stated it was correct as stated "Downtown Planning District."
INFORMATION PACKET DISCUSSION [March 23, March 301
➢ March 23
IP 2 None
➢ March 30 ... IP5 KXIC Radio Show schedule... After discussion a majority agreed to the
following schedule:
Wednesdav
April 12 - Mims
April 19 — Throgmorton
April 26 — Botchway
May 3 — Cole
May 10 — Dickens
May 17 — Taylor
May 24 — Thomas
May 31 — Mims
June 7 — Cole
➢ IP4 Pending Work Session Topics... Council Member Mims would like item 1 Strategic
Plan/ICCSD Bond Referendum discussion to happen as soon as possible... April 16th
was agreed upon.
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�-�� MEMORANDUM
Date: April 13, 2017
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Jule Voparil, Deputy City Clerk
Re: Cou it Work Session, April 4, 2017, 5:00 PM n Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: tchway, Cole. Dickens, Mims, Tay r, Thomas, Throgmorton
UISG: Simp� n, Nelson
Staff: Fruin, Mo roe, Andrew, Dilkes/id.rUy,.Vop�
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JOINT MEETING WITH I WA CITY ITY SCH(
Administration Building 5 --
Minutes
Minutes prepared by ICCSD — I.P. , 4/1 17 Information Packet.
[Work Session recessed and continud\q er formal meeting.]
questioned date on letter BEFOF
draft and date would be changed
Item 4e(1) ... Code Amendn
clarification pertaining to "Down
Dilkes later stated it was correct
➢ March 23
IP 2 None
➢ March 30 ... IP5 IOC
following schedule:
Wednesday
April 12 - Mims
April 19 — Thro
April 26 — Botcl
May 3 — Cole
May 10 — Dicke
May 17 —Tay'
May 24 — Tho
May 31 — Mi
June 7 — C T)
JL tter' Ho erbert Hoover Highway... Mayor Throgmorton
C unci) ncurred. City Attorney Dilkes stated that is was a
i n letter is sent.
lt off -Street Parking... Council Member Thomas asked for
in Planning District' or "Downtown District" City Attorney
stated "Downtown Planning District."
Show schedule... After discussion a majority agreed to the
➢ IP4 Pending Work Session Topics... Council Member Mims would like item 1 Strategic
Plan/ICCSD Bond Referendum discussion to happen as soon as possible... April 18'^
was agreed upon.
Council Work Session
April 4, 2017
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City Manager Fruin stated that the Equity Report will be placed in the next Info Packet to
help facilitate discussion on disproportionality for April 18th meeting.
➢ IP6...Proposed Council Meeting Schedule (June — August)... Council Members agreed
to cancel the July a meeting date and confirmed the rest of schedule as presented. (If
extra meetings are necessary they will be determined at a later date.)
➢ Late Handout... Joint Meeting Agenda Items for April 17`": Council Members agreed to
place the following items on agenda: (1) ICCSD Bond Issue; (2) Minimum Wage. (A
proclamation in support of $10.10 minimum wage will be included on the April 18
agenda.)
Mayor Throgmorton noted City Clerk Guidry's resignation and congratulated him and
wished him the best with his new job at Pearsons. The Mayor asked the City Clerk
Search Committee to reconvene and come back to the April 180' meeting with
recommendations.
Meeting ended 8:15 PM.
5a(2)
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS — 4/4/17
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.
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 and seconded 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 and agenda comment items for 4e(2) through 4e(10)
should read public hearing April 18`h,:
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 North Dodge Sinclair, 2153 ACT Circle;
Class C Beer Permit for Hy -Vee #3 Gas, 1103 N. Dodge St.; Class C Liquor
License for EI Banditos, 327 E. Market St.; Class C Liquor License for Dollar
General Store #8137, 41 Highway 1 W.; Special Class C Liquor License for Pop's
Old and New BBQ, 130 N. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Pop's Old and
New BBQ, 130 N. Dubuque St. New: Special Class C Liquor License for Lucky's
Market #20, 1668 Sycamore St.; Special Class C Liquor License for Atlas, 127
Iowa Ave.; Class E Liquor License for Zombie Burger & Shake Lab- Iowa City, 180
E. Burlington St.; Outdoor Service Area for 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
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 AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE
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April 4, 2017
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ASPHALT RESURFACING 2017 PROJECT; RES. 17-91, AWARDING
CONTRACT 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
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
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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.
Moved and seconded 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 and seconded 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).
A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a single family home
located at 926 East Davenport Street.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-110, AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A
SINGLE FAMILY HOME LOCATED AT 926 EAST DAVENPORT STREET.
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-
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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 and seconded that the ordinance be finally adopted at this
time.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-111, AMENDING IOWA CITY'S AFFORDABLE
HOUSING LOCATION MODEL.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-112, OF SUPPORT FOR CITY EMPLOYEES
AND THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNITS.
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.
Moved and seconded to adjourn regular meeting back to work session at 8 p.m.
A more complete description of Council Activities and disbursements is on file in the
office of the City Clerk and Finance Dep
s/James A. Throgmorton, Mayor
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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
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 Bird 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 meeting back to work
session at 8 p.m.
James A. Throgmorton, Mayor
Chris Guidry, City Clerk