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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
MAY 16, 2017
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Throgmorton
presiding. Council Members present: Cole, Dickens, Mims, Taylor, Thomas,
Throgmorton. Absent: Botchway. Staff members present: Fruin, Monroe, Dilkes, Voparil,
Knoche, Yapp, Seydell-Johnson, Hightshoe, Sandberg, Tallman.
The Mayor acknowledged Student Leadership Awards to Alexander Elementary
School students: Ian Moore, Jade Spicher. The Mayor presented Student Leadership
Awards to Lemme Elementary School students: Seth Clayton (not present), Will Dickson,
Markus Van Tassell. Shimek Elementary School students: Ashley Bentler, Sydney
Wilkes, Adam Zeithamel.
The Mayor proclaimed: Kids to Park Day - May 20, 2017, Park and Recreation
Director Juli Seydell-Johnson accepting; Horace Mann Centennial Celebration Day — May
19, Julie Robinson, Horace Mann Principal accepting; (Mayor Throgmorton requested
staff prepare a proclamation for Longfellow Elementary School's 100th anniversary),
National Public Works Week — May 21 — 27, Public Works Director Ron Knoche
accepting; National Police Week — May 15-21.
Unless otherwise noted all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that the items and recommendations in the
Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended and remove
Item 4d(14), Resolution for easement agreements for the development of Hoover
Elementary School:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: May 2, 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 - February 16; Airport Commission - March 16; Community Police
Review Board - March 14; Community Police Review Board - April 12; Historic
Preservation Commission - March 9; Human Rights Commission - March 14; Library
Board of Trustees - March 23; Planning and Zoning Commission - April 6; Planning
and Zoning Commission, Work Session - April 20; Planning and Zoning Commission -
April 20; Public Art Advisory Committee - April 6.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as Recommended by the City Clerk.
Renewal: Class C Liquor License for Weekes -Van Eck Post #3949 VFW, dba
Weekes -Van Eck Post #3949 VFW, 609 Highway 6 East Class C Liquor License for
Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Market Cafe, 1125 N Dodge St.; Outdoor Service Area for
Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Market Cafe, 1125 N. Dodge St.; Class E Liquor License for
The Outlet, Inc., dba Smokin' Joe's Tobacco and Liquor, 1901 Broadway St.; Class C
Beer Permit for Kwik Trip Inc., dba Tobacco Outlet Plus #537, 923 Riverside Dr.;
Special Class C Liquor License for Riverside Theatre, dba Riverside Theatre, 213 N.
Gilbert St.; Class C Liquor License for Iowa Hickory LLC, dba Mosley's, 525 S. Gilbert
St.; Outdoor Service Area for Iowa Hickory LLC, dba Mosely's, 525 S. Gilbert St.;
Outdoor Service Area for Atlas World Grill, Inc., dba Atlas World Grill, 127 Iowa Ave.;
Outdoor Service Area for Takanami LLC, dba Takanami, 219 Iowa Ave.; Outdoor
Service Area for Kennedy Investments, Inc., dba The Vine Tavern & Eatery, 330 E.
Prentiss; Outdoor Service Area for Etre Plaza Towers Restaurant LLC, dba Formosa
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Asian Cuisine, 241 College St.; Outdoor Service Area for Graze Iowa City LLC, dba
Graze, 115 E College St.; Outdoor Service Area for High Ground Cafe LLC, dba High
Ground Cafe, 301 Market St.; Outdoor Service Area for One Louder LLC, dba
Mickey's Irish Pub, 11 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Corner of the
Meadow, Inc., dba Motley Cow Cafe, 160 N. Linn St.; Outdoor Service Area for Silver
Asklof LLC, dba Nodo Downtown, 5 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for
Northside Bistro, Inc., dba Northside Bistro, 203 N. Linn St.; Outdoor Service Area for
15t & Main Hospitality Group, dba Pullman Bar & Diner, 17 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor
Service Area for Lusati, Inc., dba Quinton's Bar & Deli, 215 Washington St.; Outdoor
Service Area for Saloon IC, Inc. dba Saloon, 112 E. College St.; Outdoor Service Area
for Etre Givanni Restaurant LLC, dba EI Patron, 109 College St.; Outdoor Service
Area for TLC Ominibus Inc., dba Forbidden Planet, 111 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor
Service Area for RBD Iowa City, LLC, dba Share Wine Lounge & Small Plate Bistro,
210 S. Dubuque St.; Refund an unused portion of a Class C Liquor License for Jobsite
LLC, dba Jobsite, 928 Maiden Ln. Permanent Transfer: Class C Liquor License for
Carlos O'Kelly's of Iowa City, dba Carlos O'Kelly's Mexican Cafe, 1411 S. Waterfront
to 1406 S. Gilbert St. New: Class C Beer Permit for New pioneer Cooperative
Society, dba New Pioneer Food Co-op, 22 S. Van Buren St. ; Special Class C Liquor
License for Iowa City Self Supported Municipal, dba Iowa City Downtown District(
Downtown Block Party), S. Clinton to S From E College to Iowa; Special Class C
Liquor License for Iowa City Self Supported Municipal, dba Iowa City Downtown
District( Harvest Dinner), N Linn St.; Special Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Self
Supported Municipal, dba Iowa City Downtown District( Oktoberfest), 200 Block of
Market St & Linn St.; Special Class B Liquor License for Graduate Iowa City Lessee
LLC, dba Sheraton Iowa City, 210 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Graduate
Iowa City Lessee LLC, dba Sheraton Iowa City, 210 S. Dubuque St.; Class C Beer
Permit for Summer of the Arts, Inc., dba Iowa Arts Festival, 100 Iowa Ave.; Class C
Beer Permit for Summer of the Arts, Inc., dba Iowa Jazz Festival, 17 N. Clinton St.
Ownership Change: Class C Liquor License for Iowa Hickory LLC, dba Mosley's, 525
S. Gilbert St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 17-160, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONSULTANT AGREEMENT WITH SHIVE-
HATTERY, INC. FOR THE HVAC SURVEY AND BUILDING AUTOMATION
SYSTEMS DESIGN PROJECTS FOR CITY HALL, ROBERT A. LEE RECREATION
CENTER, AND MERCER PARK AQUATIC CENTER AND BOILER REPLACEMENT
PROJECT AT MERCER; RES. 17-161, APPOINTING U.S. BANK NATIONAL
ASSOCIATION OF ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA, TO SERVE AS PAYING AGENT, BOND
REGISTRAR, AND TRANSFER AGENT, APPROVING THE PAYING AGENT AND
BOND REGISTRAR AND TRANSFER AGENT AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING
THE EXECUTION OF THE AGREEMENT; RES. 17-162, AUTHORIZING AND
PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $9,765,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS,
SERIES 2017A, AND LEVYING A TAX TO PAY SAID BONDS; APPROVAL OF THE
TAX EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE AND CONTINUING DISCLOSURE CERTIFICATE;
RES. 17-163, APPOINTING U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF ST. PAUL,
MINNESOTA, TO SERVE AS PAYING AGENT, BOND REGISTRAR, AND
TRANSFER AGENT, APPROVING THE PAYING AGENT AND BOND REGISTRAR
AND TRANSFER AGENT AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF
THE AGREEMENT; RES. 17-164, AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE
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ISSUANCE AND SECURING THE PAYMENT OF $4,550,000 SEWER REVENUE
REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 20178, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF
IOWA, UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE CITY CODE OF IOWA, AND
PROVIDING FOR A METHOD OF PAYMENT OF THE BONDS; APPROVAL OF TAX
EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE AND APPROVAL OF CONTINUING DISCLOSURE
CERTIFICATE; RES. 17-165, APPOINTING U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
OF ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA, TO SERVE AS PAYING AGENT, BOND REGISTRAR,
AND TRANSFER AGENT, APPROVING THE PAYING AGENT AND BOND
REGISTRAR AND TRANSFER AGENT AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF THE AGREEMENT; RES. 17-166, AUTHORIZING AND
PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SECURING THE PAYMENT OF $5,910,000
WATER REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2017C, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE
OF IOWA, UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE CITY CODE OF IOWA, AND
PROVIDING FOR A METHOD OF PAYMENT OF THE BONDS; APPROVING TAX
EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE AND CONTINUING DISCLOSURE CERTIFICATE;
RES. 17-167, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE DOWNTOWN DISTRICT
TO ALLOW THE SALE, CONSUMPTION, AND POSSESSION OF BEER AND WINE
DURING FARM TO STREET DINNER AND NORTHSIDE OKTOBERFEST ON CITY
STREETS; RES. 17-168, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH SUMMER OF THE
ARTS, INC. TO ALLOW THE SALE, CONSUMPTION, AND POSSESSION OF BEER
DURING ARTS FEST AND JAZZ FEST ON CITY STREETS; RES. 17-169,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
CONSENT TO ASSIGNMENT OF PARKING AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY
AND RBD IOWA CITY, LLC.; RES. 17-170, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
ROCHESTER AVENUE BRIDGE OVER RALSTON CREEK PROJECT [BRM -
3715(650) --8N-52]; RES. 17-171, APPROVING THE EXTRATERRITORIAL
PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF LITTLE ASH SUBDIVISION, JOHNSON
COUNTY, IOWA. (SUB17-00004); Approving recommendation to Johnson County for
3520 Osage Street (CU17-00001).
Setting Public Hearings: Setting a public hearing for June 6 for a rezoning to
amend a Preliminary Planned Development Overlay (OPD) Plan for 7.8 acres of
property located west of Miller Avenue and south of Benton Street (REZ17-00007);
RES. 17-172, DETERMINING THE NECESSITY OF AND SETTING DATES OF A
CONSULTATION AND PUBLIC HEARING ON A PROPOSED RIVERSIDE DRIVE
URBAN RENEWAL PLAN, AMENDMENT NO. 3 IN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
IOWA.
Correspondence: Luci Murphy regarding School Spanish Project [Staff response
included]; Tim Weitzel regarding Urban Growth and building Height; Ericka Petersen
regarding Iowa City Police Training [Staff response included]; Mary Gravitt regarding
Bus Shelters and Park Benches [Staff response included]; James Weaver (x2)
regarding ICPL/Senior Center; Jon Ranard regarding Local Fireworks Use; City
Engineer regarding Competitive Quotation Results; Janelle Rettig, Chair, Johnson
County Board of Supervisors regarding Private Wells Restricted.
Brandon Ross appeared regarding environmental issues, lawn ordinance concerns,
and thanked Council for the great job they do. Jan Rummey appeared concerning
economic disparities with income and equality. Adil Adams appeared regarding America
lifting sanctions against Sudanese and mentioned that Ramadan is approaching and
encouraged individuals to fast to help support the children of Sudan. Charlie Eastham,
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953 Canton St., appeared regarding state changes to weapons legislation and concerns
regarding citizen safety.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 3,440
square feet of property located 812 S. Summit Street (Deluxe Bakery) from Low Density
Single Family Residential with Historic District Overlay (RS-5/OHD) to Neighborhood
Commercial with Historic District Overlay (CN-1/OHD) (REZ17-00006). The Mayor
requested Council Members report any ex parte communications and none were
reported. Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance conditionally rezoning
approximately 3,440 square feet of property located 812 S. Summit Street (Deluxe
Bakery) from Low Density Single Family Residential with Historic District Overlay (RS-
5/OHD) to Neighborhood Commercial with Historic District Overlay (CN-1/OHD) (REZ17-
00006), be given first vote.
A public hearing was held on a resolution amending the Comprehensive Plan to
address mitigating impact of redevelopment on existing tenants of multi -family buildings.
Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point. Charlie Eastham
appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 17-173, AMENDING THE
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO ADDRESS MITIGATING IMPACT OF REDEVELOPMENT
ON EXISTING TENANTS OF MULTI -FAMILY BUILDINGS (CPA17-00001).
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, 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. 17-4704, REZONING 12.28 ACRES OF PROPERTY FROM LOW
DENSITY SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS -5) AND LOW DENSITY MULTIFAMILY
RESIDENTIAL (RM -12) TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY/LOW DENSITY
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (OPD -5) ZONE AND 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
(REZ16-00008/SUB16-00012), be voted on for final passage at this time. The Mayor
requested Council Members report any ex parte communications and none were
reported. Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance be finally adopted at
this time.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Taylor, 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. 17-4705, AMENDING TITLE 14: ZONING, ARTICLE 2G,
RIVERFRONT CROSSINGS AND EASTSIDE MIXED USE DISTRICTS FORM -BASED
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS, TO ADD ZONING STANDARDS FOR THE ORCHARD
SUBDISTRICT, be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved by Mims, seconded by
Thomas, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Taylor, 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. 17-4706, CONDITIONALLY REZONING APPROXIMATELY .705
ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 619 AND 627 ORCHARD COURT FROM
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PLANNED DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY — LOW DENSITY SINGLE FAMILY (OPD -5)
ZONE TO RIVERFRONT CROSSINGS - ORCHARD (RFC -0) ZONE. (REZ17-00003), be
voted on for final passage at this time. The Mayor requested Council Members report any
ex parte communications and none were reported. Moved by Mims, seconded by
Thomas, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that the 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), be given second vote. The Mayor requested Council
Members report any ex parte communications, and Council Members Throgmorton and
Dickens reported. Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point.
Linda McGuire, 618 Ronalds St.; Mike Huber, resident; Ofer Sivan, 801 Brown St; and
Ross Nusser, applicant, appeared. Council Members expressed their views. The Mayor
declared the motion carried, 511, with the following division of roll call vote. Ayes:
Dickens, Mims, Taylor, Thomas, Cole. Nays: Throgmorton. Moved by Dickens,
seconded by Mims, to accept correspondence from Linda McGuire.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
agreement, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2017 Hebl Avenue
Improvements 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.
No one appeared.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Mims, to adopt RES. 17-174, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF AGREEMENT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2017 HEBL AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS 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 to approve a ground lease agreement with
Bread Garden of Iowa City, L.C. for ped mall space adjacent to their downtown location.
City Manager Fruin summarized lease agreement and Assistant City Manager Monroe
presented power point. Jim Mondanaro appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 17-175 TO APPROVE A
GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT WITH BREAD GARDEN OF IOWA CITY, L.C. FOR
PED MALL SPACE ADJACENT TO THEIR DOWNTOWN LOCATION.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Thomas, that ORD. 17-4707, 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 passed and
adopted. Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 17-176, APPROVING
AN AGREEMENT WITH THE DOWNTOWN DISTRICT TO ALLOW THE SALE,
CONSUMPTION, AND POSSESSION OF BEER AND WINE DURING THE BLOCK
PARTY EVENT ON CITY STREETS AND CITY PLAZA. Mayor Throgmorton reported on
his meeting with Partnership for Alcohol Safety.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 17-177, IN SUPPORT OF THE
CARDINAL POINTE WEST, LLC APPLICATION FOR WORKFORCE HOUSING TAX
INCENTIVES PROGRAM FROM THE IOWA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY TO CONSTRUCT RESIDENTIAL HOUSING AT DEER CREEK ROAD AND
CAMP CARDINAL BOULEVARD AND COMMITTING LOCAL FUNDS TO THE
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PROJECT. Neighborhood Services Coordinator Hightshoe presented a power point.
Individual Council Members expressed their views. A review of standards and criteria for
future applications will be outlined by staff. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted,
4/2, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Cole, Dickens, Mims, Thomas.
Nays: Throgmorton, Taylor.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Mims, to adopt RES. 17-178, IN SUPPORT OF THE
IOWA CITY GROVE, LLC APPLICATION FOR WORKFORCE HOUSING TAX
INCENTIVES PROGRAM FROM THE IOWA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY TO CONSTRUCT RESIDENTIAL HOUSING AT DEER CREEK ROAD AND
CAMP CARDINAL BOULEVARD AND COMMITTING LOCAL FUNDS TO THE
PROJECT. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 5/1, with the following division of
roll call vote: Ayes: Cole, Dickens, Mims, Taylor, Thomas. Nays: Throgmorton.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 17-179, IN SUPPORT OF THE
TSB INVESTMENTS, LLP APPLICATION FOR WORKFORCE HOUSING TAX
INCENTIVES PROGRAM FROM THE IOWA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY TO CONSTRUCT RESIDENTIAL HOUSING AT CAMP CARDINAL ROAD
& GATHERING PLACE LANE AND COMMITTING LOCAL FUNDS TO THE PROJECT.
Neighborhood Services Coordinator Hightshoe present for discussion.
Moved by Thomas, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 17-180, IN SUPPORT OF
THE APPLICATION OF DUBUQUE & PRENTISS INVESTMENTS, LC FOR
WORKFORCE HOUSING TAX INCENTIVES PROGRAM FROM THE IOWA
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO CONSTRUCT RESIDENTIAL HOUSING
620 SOUTH DUBUQUE STREET AND COMMITTING LOCAL FUNDS TO THE
PROJECT.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 17-181, AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
AN AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND ELEVATE
ENERGY TO PROVIDE CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE
CITY'S CLIMATE ACTION AND ADAPTATION PLAN. Assistant City Manager Monroe
answered questions regarding timeline for plan.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt RES. 17-182, OF SUPPORT FOR
THE IOWA CITY COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT'S 2017 GENERAL OBLIGATION
BOND REFERENDUM. School Board Member Brian Kirschling appeared. Individual
Council Members expressed their views. Moved by Dickens, seconded by Mims, to
accept correspondence from Mary Murphy and Carol deProsse.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 17-183, REAFFIRMING THE
CITY OF IOWA CITY LAW ENFORCEMENT NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY. City
Manager Fruin summarized resolution. Mayor Throgmorton noted that Mayor Pro tem
Botchway had conveyed his strong support for this resolution.
Mayor Throgmorton asked for a current roster of current board and commission
members when considering appointments. Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to
make the following appointments: reappoint Mazahir Salih, 2355 Jessup Cir., and appoint
David Selmer, 403 Boyd Ct., to the Community Police Review Board for two vacancies to
fill four year terms, July 1, 2017 — July 1, 2021; reappoint Gasia Clore, 1133 E. Court St.,
to the Historic Preservation Commission for a Longfellow Representative; reappoint
Thomas Agran, 512 N. Van Buren St., for a Northside Representative and reappoint
Kevin Boyd, 622 N. Van Buren St., and appoint G.T. Karr, 2 Ashwood Dr., for two
Vacancies for At Large Representatives, July 1, 2017— July 1, 2021; appoint Charles
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Eastham, 953 Canton St., Vanessa Fixmer-Oraiz, 437 S. Governor St., and reappoint
John McKinstry, 308 Ronald St., to the Housing and Community Development
Commission for three vacancies to fill three year terms, July 1 — July 1, 2020; appoint
Kellee Forkenbrock, 168 Arlington Dr., and Carol Kirsch, 806 Alpine Dr., to the Library,
Board of Trustees for two vacancies to fill six-year terms, July 1, 2017 —June 30, 2023;
reappoint Phoebe Martin, 1824 G St., to the Planning and Zoning Commission — for a five
year term, July 1, 2017 — July 1, 2022.
The Mayor noted that no applications were received for the following Boards and
Commissions and all will be readvertised: Airport Commission for a four year term, July 1,
2017 — July 1, 2021; 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); Telecommunications Commission
for two vacancies to fill three year terms, July 1, 2017 — July 1, 2020. 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: Senior Center Commission for
an unexpired term, upon appointment — December 31, 2020. Applications must be
received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 13, 2017.
Council Member Dickens stressed his earlier comment on citizens getting out to vote
for the school bond issue.
Council Member Cole encouraged individuals to attend the Iowa Valley Global Food
Project, Saturday, May 20 at the Johnson County Poor Farm.
Council Member Taylor thanked local letter carriers for their annual food drive and
citizens for participating, with �roceeds going to the Crisis Center; noted the S -a -g -e table
potluck on Thursday, May 28t at the Senior Center which is an opportunity to build
connections with all.
Council Member Thomas attended an informative Northside Visioning Workshop
presentation which included a traffic consultant report on parking patterns and vehicle
speeds.
Council Member Mims reported on her meeting with the Crisis Intervention/Access '
Center Steering Committee and gave an update on her meeting with the Data Driven
Justice Initiative; a presentation of the Data Driven Justice Initiative will be added to the
pending work session list.
Mayor Throgmorton noted that he made a keynote speech at the Human Rights
Award program on May 10th; participated in a bike -bus -car race; attended Partnership for
Alcohol Safety meeting, acknowledging Tom Rocklin (University of Iowa) for all of his
work and thanking Eric Goers, Asst. City Attorney, for his summarization. The Mayor
noted the following events: Johnathan Kana, will be speaking on the struggle of the ex -
offender's identity on 5/18; the first Mayor's Walk of the season is May 191h; upcoming
Joint Meeting with Johnson County on 5/24 and Economic Development Committee
meeting on 5/25; Bike Master Plan Open House at Senior Center on May 25 5:00 to 8
p.m. and Arts Fest coming up.
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Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to accept correspondence (Item 18,
Announcements of Vacancies) from Richard Beebe.
After a brief discussion Council Member Mims asked Council Members to mark
calendars for Thursday, May 25th, 1:00 p.m. for City Clerk interviews.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Mims, to adjourn regular meeting a 10:22 p.m.
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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS — 5/2/17
Iowa, City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Throgmorton
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Cole, Mims, Taylor (Electronically),
Thomas, Throgmorton. Absent: Dickens.
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Weber Elementary School
student: Audrey Parrish.
The Mayor proclaimed: Bike to Work Month — May, Anne Duggan, President of Think
Bicycles of Johnson County accepting; Mildred-Pelzer Mural Appreciation Year, Susan
Craig, Director of Iowa City Public Library accepting on behalf of J. Patrick White.
Peggy Doerge, President of the Board of Directors Library Friends Foundation
presented a check to the Mayor for $100,000, as a result of bequest from Mary Gilbert.
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:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk - April 18, Work Session; April 18 Regular Formal Official & Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Board of
Adjustment - January 11; Economic Development Committee - March 23; Parks and
Recreation Commission - March 8; Planning & Zoning Commission - February 2;
Planning & Zoning Commission - March 2; Planning & Zoning Commission - March
16; Senior Center Commission - January 19; Senior Center Commission - February
19; Telecommunications Commission - January 23; Telecommunications Commission
- March 27.
Permit Motions and resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal:
Class A Liquor License for Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #1096, 3151 Hwy 6 E;
Class C Liquor License for Saloon, 112 E. College; Class C Liquor License for Vine
Tavern & Eatery, The, 330 E. Prentiss; Class C Liquor License for Sports Column, 12
S. Dubuque St.; Class C Liquor License for Southside Liquor & Tobacco, 601
Hollywood Blvd Ste 1; Class C Liquor License for Colonial Lanes, 2253 Highway 218
S; Outdoor Service Area for Starbucks Coffee 2855, 228 S. Clinton St.; Outdoor
Service Area for Panchero's Mexican Grill, 32 S. Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area
Hamburg Inn No 2, 214 N. Linn St.; Outdoor Service Area for The Airliner, 22 S.
Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area for One Twenty Six, 126 Washington St.; Outdoor
Service Area for Short's Burger and Shine, 18 S. Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area for
Bardot, 347 S. Gilbert St.; Outdoor Service Area for Basta, 121 Iowa Ave.; Outdoor
Service Area for Blue Bird Dinner, 330 Market St.; Outdoor Service Area for Bo -
James, 118 Washington St.; Outdoor Service Area for Bread Garden Market, 225 S.
Linn St.; Outdoor Service Area for Brix Cheese Shop & Wine Bar, 209 N. Linn St.;
Outdoor Service Area for Donnelly's Pub, 110 College St.; Outdoor Service Area for
DC's, 124 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Devotay, 117 N Linn St.; Outdoor
Service Area for EI Bandito's, 327 Market St.; Outdoor Service Area for Iowa Chop
House, 223 Washington St.
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Resolutions and Motions: RES. 17-138, ADOPTING THE IOWA CITY HOUSING
AUTHORITY'S ANNUAL PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017; RES. 17-139,
APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT TO THE NOVEMBER 1, 2016
AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND ALTA PLANNING
& DESIGN TO PROVIDE CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE IOWA CITY BICYCLE
MASTER PLAN PROJECT; RES. 17-140, AUTHORIZING THE PROCUREMENT
FOR THE REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF LIME RESIDUAL MATERIAL; RES. 17-
141, APPROVING EARLY RELEASE OF FUNDS RETAINED PURSUANT TO
CHAPTER 26 AND CHAPTER 573 FOR THE CITY HALL LOBBY, REVENUE,
HARVAT HALL & NDS RENOVATION PROJECT; RES. 17-142, APPROVING THE
EXTRATERRITORIAL PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF WESTCOTT SECOND
ADDITION, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA (SUB16-00009/SUB16-00010); Approving
the appointment of Ben Nelson as the City Council Liaison and Gustave Stewart as
the Alternate City Council Liaison from the University of Iowa Student Government
(UISG) to the City Council until May 1, 2018; Authorizing the City Manager to sign
estoppel certificates with respect to parking agreements and the sale of the Sheraton
Hotel.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 17-143, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON MAY
16, 2017 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE
OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2017 HEBL AVENUE
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. 17-144, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING
FOR MAY 16TH TO CONSIDER A GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT WITH BREAD
GARDEN OF IOWA CITY, L.C. FOR PED MALL SPACE ADJACENT TO THEIR
DOWNTOWN LOCATION; Setting a public hearing for May 16 on a resolution
approving an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to address mitigating impact of
redevelopment on existing tenants of multi -family buildings (CPA17-00001); Setting a
public hearing for May 16 on an ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 3,440
square feet of property located 812 S. Summit Street from Low Density Single Family
Residential with Historic District Overlay (RS-5/OHD) Zone to Neighborhood
Commercial with Historic District Overlay (CN-1/OHD) (REZ17-00006).
Correspondence: Ryan DeClerck regarding Recent Ordinance [Staff response
included]; Donald Baxter regarding Road -striping season is coming up: A request
[Staff response included]; Kayla Cress regarding Park Rule of no alcohol, even for
small events; Kate Revaux regarding USGBC Iowa- Annual Meeting Invitation;
Johnson County Affordable Housing Coalition regarding Say Goodbye to Andy; Jean
Florman regarding Iowa City roads [Staff response included]; Acting Sr.
Transportation Engineering Planner regarding Removal of (1) parking meter space
and installation of (1) NO PARKING CORNER TO HERE sign on the northwest corner
and removal of (1) parking meter space on the northeast corner of the East
Bloomington Street and North Van Buren Street intersection; City Engineer regarding
Competitive Quotation Results; Tom Hertz regarding Farmer's Market Plastic Bag Ban
[Staff response included].
Brandon Ross appeared regarding his opposition to the Iowa "Stand Your Ground
Rule", and displeasure of Chauncey Swan Park disappearing to benefit a few wealthy
individuals.
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A public hearing was held 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). The following individuals appeared: David Bright,
Steve Gordon, 211 Highland Dr., representing owners of property; Charlie Eastham, 953
Canton St.; Mike Pugh, representing applicant; Alicia Trimble, 2232 California Ave., Mark
Signs, 1825 Hollywood Blvd. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Nick
Bergus.
Moved and seconded that the 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), be given first vote. The Mayor declared the
ordinance failed, 0/6/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: None. Nays:
Cole, Mims, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton, Botchway. Absent: Dickens.
A public hearing was held on an ordnance rezoning 12.28 acres of property from
Low Density Single Family Residential (RS -5) and Low Density Multifamily Residential
(RM -12) to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density Single Family Residential (OPD -
5) Zone and 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 (REZ16-00008/SUB16-00012).
Moved and seconded that the ordnance rezoning 12.28 acres of property from Low
Density Single Family Residential (RS -5) and Low Density Multifamily Residential (RM -
12) to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density Single Family Residential (OPD -5)
Zone and 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 (REZ16-00008/SUB16-00012), be given first
vote.
A public hearing was held 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. Mark Seabold,
architect for Shive Hattery appeared.
Moved and seconded that the 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, be given first vote.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately .705
acres of property located at 619 and 627 Orchard Court from Planned Development
Overlay — Low Density Single Family (OPD -5) Zone to Riverfront Crossings - Orchard
(RFC -O) ZONE (REZ17-00003). Mark Seabold, architect with Shive Hattery appeared.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately .705
acres of property located at 619 and 627 Orchard Court from Planned Development
Overlay — Low Density Single Family (OPD -5) Zone to Riverfront Crossings - Orchard
(RFC -O) ZONE (REZ17-00003), be given first vote.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance 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).
Ross Nusser, applicant, presented power point. Joe Holland appeared.
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Moved and seconded that the ordinance ordinance 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), 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. 17-4703, 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 voted on for final passage at this time.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
agreement, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Cabin 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. 17-145, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF AGREEMENT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE CABIN 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 approving plans, specifications, form of
agreement, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Burlington Clinton Street
Intersection Improvements 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. 17-146, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF AGREEMENT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE BURLINGTON CLINTON STREET INTERSECTION
IMPROVEMENTS 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 approving plans, specifications, form of
agreement, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Riverfront Crossings Park,
Phase 1 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. 17-147, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF AGREEMENT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE RIVERFRONT CROSSINGS PARK, PHASE 1 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 approving plans, specifications, form of
agreement, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Davenport Brick Street
Reconstruction Project, authorizing execution of a temporary construction easement
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agreement with the University of Iowa, 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. 17-148, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF AGREEMENT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE DAVENPORT BRICK STREET RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION
EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA, 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 the filing of an application with
the Iowa Department of Transportation for FY2018 Iowa DOT State Transit Assistance
and Federal Transit Administration Funding.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-149, AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN
APPLICATION WITH THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR FY2018
IOWA DOT STATE TRANSIT ASSISTANCE AND FEDERAL TRANSIT
ADMINISTRATION FUNDING.
Moved and seconded 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
second vote. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Carol deProsse.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-150, DIRECTING SALE OF $9,765,000
(AMOUNT SUBJECT TO CHANGE) GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2017A.
Financial Advisor Larry Burger, Speer Financial, reported on bond sale results.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-151, AUTHORIZING THE REDEMPTION OF
OUTSTANDING GENERAL OBLIGATION CAPITAL LOAN NOTES, SERIES 2009C, OF
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA, DATED JUNE 8, 2009, AND DIRECTING
NOTICE BE GIVEN.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-152, DIRECTING SALE OF $5,235,000
(AMOUNT SUBJECT TO CHANGE) SEWER REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES
20176.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-153, AUTHORIZING THE REDEMPTION OF
OUTSTANDING SEWER REVENUE REFUNDING CAPITAL LOAN NOTES, SERIES
2009A, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA, DATED MAY 18, 2009, AND
DIRECTING NOTICE BE GIVEN.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-154, DIRECTING SALE OF $5,910,000
(AMOUNT SUBJECT TO CHANGE) WATER REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2017C.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-155, AUTHORIZING THE REDEMPTION OF
OUTSTANDING WATER REVENUE REFUNDING CAPITAL LOAN NOTES, SERIES
2009B, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA, DATED MAY 18, 2009, AND
DIRECTING NOTICE BE GIVEN.
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-
4704, 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 PURSUANT TO THE
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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 voted on for final passage at this time.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving amendment No. 15 to the
City -University Project 1 Urban Renewal Plan to add projects to the Urban Renewal Area.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-156, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 15 TO
THE CITY -UNIVERSITY PROJECT 1 URBAN RENEWAL PLAN TO ADD PROJECTS
TO THE URBAN RENEWAL AREA.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving a development agreement,
including the transfer of land, by and between the City of Iowa City and Augusta Place,
LLC.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-157, APPROVING A DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT, (AUGUSTA PLACE) INCLUDING THE TRANSFER OF LAND, BY AND
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND AUGUSTA PLACE, LLC.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 17-158, ADOPTING AN ASSESSMENT
SCHEDULE OF UNPAID MOWING, CLEAN-UP OF PROPERTY, SNOW REMOVAL,
SIDEWALK REPAIR, AND STOP BOX REPAIR CHARGES AND DIRECTING THE
CLERK TO CERTIFY THE SAME TO THE JOHNSON COUNTY TREASURER FOR
COLLECTION IN THE SAME MANNER AS PROPERTY TAXES.
Mayor Throgmorton left the meeting briefly.
Mayor Pro tem Botchway now presiding.
The Mayor Pro tem noted the previously announced vacancies to Boards and
Commissions: Airport Commission for a four year term, July 1, 2017; 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 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 for two vacancies to
fill three year terms, July 1, 2017 — July 1, 2020; 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, May 9, 2017. New:
Senior Center Commission for I an unexpired term, upon appointment — December 31,
2020. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 13, 2017. Moved and
seconded to accept correspondence from Thomas Schulein.
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University of Iowa Student Government Liaison, Benjamin Nelson appeared thanking
Council for their welcoming and introduced new University of Iowa Student Alternate
Gustave Stewart.
Mayor Throgmorton returned to the meeting.
Moved and seconded to adjourn regular meeting at 11:10 p.m.
A more complete description of Council Activities is on file 'n the office of the City Clerk.
s/James A. ThrogmorDeputy
City Cl Mayor
s/Julie Voparil, Deputy City Clerk
Submitted for publication — 5/9/17. ��
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the
City Clerk's Office 356-5040.
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
MAY 2, 2017
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Throgmorton
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Cole, Mims, Taylor (Electronically),
Thomas, Throgmorton. Absent: Dickens. Staff members present: Fruin, Monroe,
Andrew, Dilkes, Voparil, Seydell-Johnson, Reichart, Panos, Howard, Yapp, Tallman,
O'Brien, Bockenstedt, Ford.
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Weber Elementary School
student: Audrey Parrish.
The Mayor proclaimed: Bike to Work Month — May, Anne Duggan, President of Think
Bicycles of Johnson County accepting; Mildred-Pelzer Mural Appreciation Year, Susan
Craig, Director of Iowa City Public Library accepting on behalf of J. Patrick White.
Peggy Doerge, President of the Board of Directors Library Friends Foundation
presented a check to the Mayor for $100,000, as a result of bequest from Mary Gilbert.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, 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 18, Work Session; April 18 Regular Formal Official & Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Board of
Adjustment - January 11; Economic Development Committee - March 23; Parks and
Recreation Commission - March 8; Planning & Zoning Commission - February 2;
Planning & Zoning Commission - March 2; Planning & Zoning Commission - March
16; Senior Center Commission - January 19; Senior Center Commission - February
19; Telecommunications Commission - January 23; Telecommunications Commission
- March 27.
Permit Motions and resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal:
Class A Liquor License for Iowa City Lodge No 1096 Loyal Order of Moose, dba
Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #1096, 3151 Hwy 6 E; Class C Liquor License for Saloon
IC, Inc., dba Saloon, 112 E. College; Class C Liquor License for Kennedy Investments
Inc., dba Vine Tavern & Eatery, The, 330 E. Prentiss; Class C Liquor License for
Column, Inc., dba Sports Column, 12 S. Dubuque St.; Class C Liquor License for
Southside Spirits LLC, dba Southside Liquor & Tobacco, 601 Hollywood Blvd Ste 1;
Class C Liquor License for Pershell Corporation, dba Colonial Lanes, 2253 Highway
218 S; Outdoor Service Area for Starbucks Corporation, dba Starbucks Coffee 2855,
228 S. Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area for Little Donkeys, Inc., dba Panchero's
Mexican Grill, 32 S. Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area for ASA Global, LLC, dba
Hamburg Inn No 2, 214 N. Linn St.; Outdoor Service Area for Hall PI Ventures Corp.,
dba The Airliner, 22 S. Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area for Chackalackal, Inc., dba
One Twenty Six, 126 Washington St.; Outdoor Service Area for Short's Burger and
Shine LLC., dba Short's Burger and Shine, 18 S. Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area for
IC Entertainment, LC dba Bardot, 347 S. Gilbert St.; Outdoor Service Area for Jimmy
Jack Mac, Inc., dba Basta, 121 Iowa Ave.; Outdoor Service Area for 2 -Tone, Inc., dba
Blue Bird Dinner, 330 Market St.; Outdoor Service Area for Motif, Ltd, dba Bo -James,
118 Washington St.; Outdoor Service Area for Bread Garden of Iowa City, L.C., dba
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Bread Garden Market, 225 S. Linn St.; Outdoor Service Area for Brixco LLC, dba Brix
Cheese Shop & Wine Bar, 209 N. Linn St.; Outdoor Service Area for Kmarcella, Inc.,
dba Donnelly's Pub, 110 College St.; Outdoor Service Area for Caffrey, Inc., dba
DC's, 124 S. Dubuque St.; Outdoor Service Area for Devotay, Inc., dba Devotay, 117
N Linn St.; Outdoor Service Area for Bandits, LLC, dba EI Bandito's, 327 Market St.;
Outdoor Service Area for Twenty Three LLC, dba Iowa Chop House, 223 Washington
St.
Resolutions and Motions: RES. 17-138, ADOPTING THE IOWA CITY HOUSING
AUTHORITY'S ANNUAL PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017; RES. 17-139,
APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT TO THE NOVEMBER 1, 2016
AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND ALTA PLANNING
& DESIGN TO PROVIDE CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE IOWA CITY BICYCLE
MASTER PLAN PROJECT; RES. 17-140, AUTHORIZING THE PROCUREMENT
FOR THE REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF LIME RESIDUAL MATERIAL; RES. 17-
141, APPROVING EARLY RELEASE OF FUNDS RETAINED PURSUANT TO
CHAPTER 26 AND CHAPTER 573 FOR THE CITY HALL LOBBY, REVENUE,
HARVAT HALL & NDS RENOVATION PROJECT; RES. 17-142, APPROVING THE
EXTRATERRITORIAL PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT OF WESTCOTT SECOND
ADDITION, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA. (SUB16-00009/SUB16-00010); Approving
the appointment of Ben Nelson as the City Council Liaison and Gustave Stewart as
the Alternate City Council Liaison from the University of Iowa Student Government
(UISG) to the City Council until May 1, 2018; Authorizing the City Manager to sign
estoppel certificates with respect to parking agreements and the sale of the Sheraton
Hotel.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 17-143, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON MAY
16, 2017 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE
OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2017 HEBL AVENUE
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. 17-144, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING
FOR MAY 16TH TO CONSIDER A GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT WITH BREAD
GARDEN OF IOWA CITY, L.C. FOR PED MALL SPACE ADJACENT TO THEIR
DOWNTOWN LOCATION; Setting a public hearing for May 16 on a resolution
approving an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to address mitigating impact of
redevelopment on existing tenants of multi -family buildings (CPA17-00001); Setting a
public hearing for May 16 on an ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 3,440
square feet of property located 812 S. Summit Street from Low Density Single Family
Residential with Historic District Overlay (RS-5/OHD) Zone to Neighborhood
Commercial with Historic District Overlay (CN-1/OHD) (REZ17-00006).
Correspondence: Ryan DeClerck regarding Recent Ordinance [Staff response
included]; Donald Baxter regarding Road -striping season is coming up: A request
[Staff response included]; Kayla Cress regarding Park Rule of no alcohol, even for
small events; Kate Revaux regarding USGBC Iowa- Annual Meeting Invitation;
Johnson County Affordable Housing Coalition regarding Say Goodbye to Andy; Jean
Florman regarding Iowa City roads [Staff response included]; Acting Sr.
Transportation Engineering Planner regarding Removal of (1) parking meter space
and installation of (1) NO PARKING CORNER TO HERE sign on the northwest corner
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and removal of (1) parking meter space on the northeast corner of the East
Bloomington Street and North Van Buren Street intersection; City Engineer regarding
Competitive Quotation Results; Tom Hertz regarding Farmer's Market Plastic Bag Ban
[Staff response included].
Brandon Ross appeared regarding his opposition to the Iowa "Stand Your Ground
Rule", and displeasure of Chauncey Swan Park disappearing to benefit a few wealthy
individuals.
A public hearing was held 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). The Mayor requested Council Members report any
ex parte communications and none were reported. Development Services Coordinator
Yapp presented a power point. The following individuals appeared: David Bright, Steve
Gordon, 211 Highland Dr., representing owners of property; Charlie Eastham, 953
Canton St.; Mike Pugh, representing applicant; Alicia Trimble, 2232 California Ave., Mark
Signs, 1825 Hollywood Blvd. Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims to accept
correspondence from Nick Bergus.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that the 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), be given first vote. Individual Council
Members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the ordinance failed, 0/6/1, with the
following division of roll call vote: Ayes: None. Nays: Cole, Mims, Taylor, Thomas,
Throgmorton, Botchway. Absent: Dickens.
A public hearing was held on an ordnance rezoning 12.28 acres of property from
Low Density Single Family Residential (RS -5) and Low Density Multifamily Residential
(RM -12) to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density Single Family Residential (OPD -
5) Zone and 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 (REZ16-00008/SUB16-00012). The
Mayor requested Council Members report any ex parte communications and none were
reported. Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims, that the ordnance rezoning 12.28 acres of
property from Low Density Single Family Residential (RS -5) and Low Density Multifamily
Residential (RM -12) to Planned Development Overlay/Low Density Single Family
Residential (OPD -5) Zone and 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 (REZ16-
00008/SUB16-00012), be given first vote.
A public hearing was held 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. Planner Howard
presented a power point. Mark Seabold, architect for Shive Hattery appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Thomas, that the ordinance amending Title 14: Zoning,
Article 2G, Riverfront Crossings and Eastside Mixed Use Districts Form -Based
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Development Standards, to add zoning standards for the new Orchard Subdistrict, be
given first vote.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately .705
acres of property located at 619 and 627 Orchard Court from Planned Development
Overlay — Low Density Single Family (OPD -5) Zone to Riverfront Crossings - Orchard
(RFC -0) ZONE (REZ17-00003). The Mayor requested Council Members report any ex
parte communications and none were reported. Planner Howard presented a power
point. Mark Seabold, architect with Shive Hattery appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Thomas, that the ordinance conditionally rezoning
approximately .705 acres of property located at 619 and 627 Orchard Court from Planned
Development Overlay — Low Density Single Family (OPD -5) Zone to Riverfront Crossings -
Orchard (RFC -0) ZONE (REZ17-00003), be given first vote. Individual Council Members
expressed their views.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance 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).
The Mayor requested Council Members report any ex parte communications, and Council
Members Cole, Thomas, and Throgmorton reported. Development Services Coordinator
Yapp and Ross Nusser, applicant, presented power points. Joe Holland appeared.
Individual Council Members expressed their views. There will be more information
provided before final vote after the May 25th Good Neighbor meeting.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that the ordinance ordinance 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), 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. 17-4703, 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 voted
on for final passage at this time. Moved by Mims, seconded by Thomas, that the
ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
agreement, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Cabin 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. No one appeared.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims, to adopt RES. 17-145, APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF AGREEMENT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE CABIN 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 approving plans, specifications, form of
agreement, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Burlington Clinton Street
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Intersection Improvements 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. Civil Engineer Jason Reichart presented a power point.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 17-146, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF AGREEMENT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE BURLINGTON CLINTON STREET INTERSECTION
IMPROVEMENTS 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 approving plans, specifications, form of
agreement, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Riverfront Crossings Park,
Phase 1 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. Parks & Rec.
Director Seydell Johnson presented a power point.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-147, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF AGREEMENT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE RIVERFRONT CROSSINGS PARK, PHASE 1
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 approving plans, specifications, form of
agreement, and estimate of cost for the construction of the Davenport Brick Street
Reconstruction Project, authorizing execution of a temporary construction easement
agreement with the University of Iowa, 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. Senior Civil Engineer Dave Panos presented a power point. Individual
Council Members expressed their views. Public Works will update our brick street
inventory and provide a map depicting location of brick streets with general prioritization
of repairs for further Council review.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-148, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF AGREEMENT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE DAVENPORT BRICK STREET RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION
EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA, 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 the filing of an application with
the Iowa Department of Transportation for FY2018 Iowa DOT State Transit Assistance
and Federal Transit Administration Funding. Transportation and Resource Mgmt.
Director O'Brien present for discussion.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 17-149, AUTHORIZING
THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION WITH THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR FY2018 IOWA DOT STATE TRANSIT ASSISTANCE AND
FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION FUNDING.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims, 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
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into another, be given second vote. Assistant to the City Manager Andrew present for
discussion. Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims, to accept correspondence from
Carol deProsse.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-150, DIRECTING SALE
OF $9,765,000 (AMOUNT SUBJECT TO CHANGE) GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS,
SERIES 2017A. Finance Director Bockenstedt summarized bond items 14 through 19
and introduced Financial Advisor Larry Burger, Speer Financial, who reported on bond
sale results.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-151, AUTHORIZING THE
REDEMPTION OF OUTSTANDING GENERAL OBLIGATION CAPITAL LOAN NOTES,
SERIES 2009C, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA, DATED JUNE 8,
2009, AND DIRECTING NOTICE BE GIVEN.
Moved by Thomas, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-152, DIRECTING SALE
OF $5,235,000 (AMOUNT SUBJECT TO CHANGE) SEWER REVENUE REFUNDING
BONDS, SERIES 2017B.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-153, AUTHORIZING THE
REDEMPTION OF OUTSTANDING SEWER REVENUE REFUNDING CAPITAL LOAN
NOTES, SERIES 2009A, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA, DATED MAY
18, 2009, AND DIRECTING NOTICE BE GIVEN.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 17-154, DIRECTING SALE OF
$5,910,000 (AMOUNT SUBJECT TO CHANGE) WATER REVENUE BONDS, SERIES
2017C.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Thomas, to adopt RES. 17-155, AUTHORIZING THE
REDEMPTION OF OUTSTANDING WATER REVENUE REFUNDING CAPITAL LOAN
NOTES, SERIES 2009B, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, STATE OF IOWA, DATED MAY
18, 2009, AND DIRECTING NOTICE BE GIVEN.
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. 17-4704, 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
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 voted on for
final passage at this time. Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that the ordinance be
finally adopted at this time. Economic Coordinator Ford present for discussion.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving amendment No. 15 to the
City -University Project 1 Urban Renewal Plan to add projects to the Urban Renewal Area.
Economic Coordinator Ford presented a power point.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Mims, to adopt RES. 17-156, APPROVING
AMENDMENT NO. 15 TO THE CITY -UNIVERSITY PROJECT 1 URBAN RENEWAL
PLAN TO ADD PROJECTS TO THE URBAN RENEWAL AREA.
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A public hearing was held on a resolution approving a development agreement,
including the transfer of land, by and between the City of Iowa City and Augusta Place,
LLC. Economic Coordinator Ford presented a power point. Individual Council Members
expressed their views.
Moved by Botchway, seconded Thomas, to adopt RES. 17-157, APPROVING A
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT, (AUGUSTA PLACE) INCLUDING THE TRANSFER OF
LAND, BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND AUGUSTA PLACE, LLC.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt RES. 17-158, ADOPTING AN
ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE OF UNPAID MOWING, CLEAN-UP OF PROPERTY, SNOW
REMOVAL, SIDEWALK REPAIR, AND STOP BOX REPAIR CHARGES AND
DIRECTING THE CLERK TO CERTIFY THE SAME TO THE JOHNSON COUNTY
TREASURER FOR COLLECTION IN THE SAME MANNER AS PROPERTY TAXES.
Mayor Throgmorton left the meeting briefly.
Mayor Pro tem Botchway now presiding.
The Mayor Pro tem noted the previously announced vacancies to Boards and
Commissions: Airport Commission for a four year term, July 1, 2017; 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 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 for two vacancies to
fill three year terms, July 1, 2017 — July 1, 2020; 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, May 9, 2017. New:
Senior Center Commission for I an unexpired term, upon appointment — December 31,
2020. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 13, 2017. Moved by
Mims, seconded by Thomas to accept correspondence from Thomas Schulein
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.]
University of Iowa Student Government Liaison, Benjamin Nelson appeared thanking
Council for their welcoming and introduced new University of Iowa Student Alternate
Gustave Stewart.
Mayor Throgmorton returned to the meeting.
Mayor Throgmorton reported on his recent trip to Baghdad and the generosity and
hospitality he and Chris Merrill received. The Mayor wore a shawl he received as a gift
and presented a handmade leather fan, from Iraq to the City. Noted his email from Tom
Cochran, U.S. Conference of Mayors, regarding sanctuary cities, and it's definition for
cities.
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Council Member Taylor reported on the successful Council Listening Post at the
Broadway Neighborhood Center and was encouraged by citizen participation.
Council Member Thomas also attended the Council Listening Post and echoed
Council Members Taylors remarks. He also participated in a panel discussion at Zion
Lutheran and thanked them for their community service.
Council Member Mims noted the Unity Dinner coming up on May 6 at Robert A. Lee
Recreation Center and Human Rights awards on May 10 at 7:00 p.m. at the Englert.
Mayor Pro tem Botchway expressed his enthusiasm for the Farmers Market season
starting up and Flyover Fashion Fest coming up on weekend.
Council Member Cole reported that he would like to see a discussion on CB2 Parking
issue.
Assistant City Manager Monroe reported that she received very positive feedback
from a citizen regarding recent Council Listening Post.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adjourn regular meeting at 11:10 p.m.
James A. Throgmorton, Mayor
Julie Voparil, Deputy City Clerk