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Complete Description of Council Activities
September 5, 2017
Iowa City City Council Regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Throgmorton
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway (electronically), Cole, Dickens, Mims,
Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton. Absent: None. Staff members present: Fruin, Monroe,
Andrew, Dulek, Fruehling, Knoche, Bockenstedt, Boothroy, Yapp, Laverman, Hightshoe,
Craig, Logsden.
The Mayor proclaimed: Constitution Week - September 17 — 23, Kathy Pezley
accepting; National Hispanic Heritage Month - September 15 - October 15, Barbara
Cuzco accepting; PLAYvolution - September 17 — 29, Deb Dunkhase accepting; Douglas
W. Boothroy Day — September 5, Doug Boothroy accepting.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Taylor, that the items and recommendations in the
Consent Calendar as amended.
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: August 15, Special Formal Official & Complete; August 15, Work Session;
August 15, 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 - June 27; Community Police Review Board - August 8; Historic
Preservation Commission - July 31; Human Right Commission - July 18; Library
Board of Trustees - July 27; Planning & Zoning Commission - August 3; Senior Center
Commission - July 20; Telecommunications Commission - June 26.
Permit Motions and Resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal:
Class C Beer Permit for ND Express, Inc., dba North Dodge Express, 2790 N. Dodge
St. Class C Beer Permit for On The Go Convenience Stores, dba On The Go
Convenience Stores, 2315 Muscatine Ave.; Class C Liquor License for Short's Burger
and Shine, LLC, dba Short's Burger and Shine, 18 S. Clinton St.; Class C Liquor
License for EI Cactus Inc., dba EI Cactus, 314 E. Burlington; Class C Liquor License
for Gabe's Oasis, L.L.C., dba Gabe's, 330 E. Washington St.; Outdoor Service Area
for Gabe's Oasis, L.L.C., dba Gabe's, 330 E. Washington St.; Class C Liquor License
for Mexico Wayne's LLC, dba Short's Burgers- Eastside, 521 Westbury Dr.; Outdoor
Service Area for Mexico Wayne's LLC, dba Short's Burgers- Eastside, 521 Westbury
Dr.; Class C Liquor License for Cream, LLC, dba Union Bar, The, 121 E. College St.;
Res. 17-279, to issue Dancing Permit to Cream, LLC, dba Union Bar, The, 121 E.
College St.; Special Class C Liquor License for Prairie Lights Books, Inc., dba Times
Club at Prairie Lights, 15 S. Dubuque St.; Class C Liquor License for Caffrey, Inc., dba
dc's, 124 S. Dubuque St.; Refund an unused portion of a Class C Liquor License for
Dai Holdings LLC, dba Mekong Asian Restaurant, 5 Sturgis Corner Dr., Suite 100.
New: Special Class C Liquor License for Dalena Tran, dba V's Nail Studio, 20 S.
Clinton St.; Outdoor Service Area for VIP Entertainment, dba Van B's, 505 E.
Washington St.
Resolutions and Motions: Res. 17-280, Authorizing An Amendment to the
Subdivider's Agreement (Mailbox Release) for Cardinal Pointe South, Part Three
Regarding Outlots E and F; Res. 17-281, awarding contract and authorizing the
Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest a contract to ESCO Automation for
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$710,650 for construction of the Water Treatment Plant Supervisory Control and
Data Acquisition (SCADA) Upgrade Project; Res. 17-282, accepting the work for
the Mercer Park Tennis/Pickleball Court Improvements Project; Res. 17-283,
accepting the work for the Scott Park Gabion Basket Repair Project; Res. 17-
284, accepting the work for the Iowa River Trail Handrail Repair Project; Res.
17-285, authorizing the acquisition of property interests necessary for
construction of the Riverside Drive Pedestrian Tunnel and Myrtle Avenue
Intersection Improvements Project; Res. 17-286, authorizing the acquisition of
property interests necessary for construction of the Asphalt Resurfacing 2018
Project; Res. 17-287, approving, authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute
and the City Clerk to attest an Agreement by and between the City of Iowa City
and Barker Lemar Engineering Consultants to provide engineering consultant
services for the Landfill FY18 Cell Construction Project; Res. 17-288, amending
the 2017 Personnel Policies Employment of Relatives provision to clarify that it
shall be a violation of the policy when a Management Conflict is created by the
hire of an external candidate.
Setting Public Hearings: Setting a public hearing for September 19 on an
ordinance rezoning 2.4 acres of property from Medium Density Single -Family (RS -8)
zone to Planned Development Overlay- Medium Density Single -Family Residential
(OPD -8) zone located on Dodge Street Court (REZ17-00010/SUB17-00007); Setting
a public hearing for September 19 on a resolution vacating alley right of way in Block
44, Original Town Plat; Setting a public hearing for September 19 on a resolution
vacating right of way adjacent to 2222 Old Highway 218 South; Res. 17-289 setting
a public hearing for September 19, 2017 to approve a purchase agreement with
Alexander Lumber, Inc. for Lot 2 in the Industrial Park and to consider a
proposal to convey said property; Res. 17-290, setting a public hearing on
September 19, 2017 on plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of
cost for the construction of the City of Iowa City Belt Filter Press Replacement
Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and directing the
City Engineer to place said plans on file for public inspection.
Correspondence: Devin Redmond regarding thank you; Dennis Kowalski (x2)
regarding Artpark 1978; Carol deProsse regarding Explosion of larch beetles in
warming climate is transforming Minn forests; Joey Braverman regarding Dogs in the
Ped Mall downtown; Judy Pfohl regarding Iowa City bus schedule errors [Staff
response included]; Martha and Bob Kirby regarding Forest View Development and
Water Issues; Jordan Prochnow regarding Daily Iowan article; Amber Jackson-Elwer
regarding URGENT! Lemme Crossing Guard! [Staff response included]; Judy Atkins,
Rebecca Bergus [Staff response included], Tony Wobeter with petition signed by 52
individuals regarding Deer population; Jerry Bokassa regarding Issues. Moved by
Dickens, seconded by Thomas, to accept correspondence for Item 3e(1), Dodge
Street Court, from Anne Berkson.
Kara Logsden, Iowa City Public Library Community & Access Services Coordinator,
appeared and gave an update on Bookmobile services.
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. 17-4721, rezoning 2500 square feet of property from Planned
High Density Multi -Family Residential (PRM) zone to Riverfront Crossings — Central
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Crossings (RFC -CX) Zone for property located at 114 E. Prentiss Street. (REZ17-
00012), be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved by Mims, seconded by
Dickens, that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time. The Mayor declared the
ordinance adopted. The Mayor requested Council Members disclose any ex parte
communications and none were reported. Moved by Thomas, seconded by Dickens, to
accept correspondence from Roby Miller. Mayor Throgmorton stated he didn't see
anything problematic with the rezoning.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance rezoning approximately
0.20 acres of property from Central Business Support (CB -5) to Central Business Support
with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -5 / OHP) zone located at 10 South Gilbert
Street. (REZ17-00013), be given second vote. The Mayor requested Council Members
disclose any ex parte communications and none were reported.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Mims, that the ordinance conditionally rezoning
approximately 21.77 acres of property (Country Club Estates) located north of Rohret
Road and west of Lake Shore Drive, from Rural Residential, RR -1, (4.16 acres) and
Interim Development Single -Family Residential, ID -RS (17.61 acres) to Low- Density
Single -Family Residential, RS -5, zone (REZ17-00009), be given second vote. The Mayor
requested Council Members disclose any ex parte communications and none were
reported. Moved by Dickens, seconded by Thomas, to accept correspondence from Lisa
Fender. Council Member Taylor stated that many of her concerns with the rezoning had
been addressed and she would be voting in favor.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adopt Res. 17-291, approving the
extraterritorial preliminary plat of Lovick First Subdivision, Johnson County, Iowa
(SUB17-00012). The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 6/1, with the following
division of roll call vote: Ayes: Thomas, Botchway, Cole, Dickens, Mims, Taylor. Nays:
Throgmorton. Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point.
Individual Council Members expressed their views.
A public hearing was held on a resolution amending City Budget Amendment and
Certification Resolution - FY2018 Amendment #1.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Thomas, to adopt Res. 17-292, amending City
Budget Amendment and Certification Resolution - FY2018 Amendment #1. No one
appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to defer indefinitely ordinance amending Title
4, entitled "Alcoholic Beverages" and Title 10, entitled "Public Ways and Property," to
allow alcohol in park shelters. Moved by Dickens, seconded by Mims, to accept
correspondence from Judy Pfohl, Rachel Smith, Leslie Huber, Enrique Leira, Yamini
Bhagwat, and petition signed by 35 individuals submitted by Judy Pfohl. Assistant to the
City Manager Andrew presented information. Mayor Throgmorton quoted an email from
the Partnership for Alcohol Safety (PAS). Judy Pfohl and Rachel Zimmerman Smith
appeared.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Taylor, that the ordinance amending Title 4, Alcoholic
Beverages, Chapter 5, Prohibitions and Restrictions, Section 8, Persons Under the Legal
Age in Licensed or Permitted Establishments, Subsection C, (SHOUT) referencing the
City's under 21 law, adding an exception for those working with a law enforcement
agency, be given first vote. City Manager Fruin presented information. Council Member
Taylor asked for additional information. Fruin will follow up with the information.
Moved by Dickens, seconded by Thomas, that the ordinance amending Title 9, Motor
Vehicles and Traffic, Chapter 3, Rules of the Road, Section 9, General Driving
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Restrictions, Subsection C, referencing unattended vehicles, to allow safely parked
vehicles with the motor running to be left unattended, matching State code, be given first
vote. City Manager Fruin presented information.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance amending Title 17, entitled
"Building and Housing," Chapter 5, entitled "Housing Code," to provide for the abatement
of rent in emergencies, be given first vote. Senior Housing Inspector Laverman
presented a power point. Mayor Throgmorton asked if landlords had been contacted and
if the student body was aware. City Manager Fruin responded and gave additional
information.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, that the ordinance amending Title 18, Site
Plan Review, to require notification to occupants and an occupant transition plan for any
additions or alterations to a residential development with more than 12 residential units,
be given first vote. Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented information.
Individual Council Members expressed their views. City Manager Fruin and Assistant City
Attorney Dulek responded to Council questions. Fruin will follow up with proposed
solutions to translation.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies for Boards and Commissions:
Airport Zoning Brd. of Adjustment for an unexpired term, upon appointment - December
31, 2018 (Formerly advertised); Airport Zoning Brd. of Adjustment for an unexpired term,
upon appointment - December 31, 2020; Airport Zoning Commission for an unexpired
term, upon appointment — December 31, 2021; Historic Preservation Commission for a
Jefferson St. representative to fill a three-year term, July 1, 2016 — July 1, 2019 (New
District formed); Telecommunications Commission for a three year term, July 1, 2017 —
July 1, 2020. Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 12, 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.]
Benjamin Nelson, UISG Liaison, appeared with UISG updates.
Council Member Cole reported on the Labor Day picnic.
Council Member Dickens talked about his vacation in Europe and ADA accessibility.
Council Member Mims spoke about the Honors Program and the Green Room taking
place at the Englert Theatre.
Council Member Thomas noted an upcoming event on Tuesday, September 12th at
the Englert Theatre regarding Iowa City's Historic Downtown. Thomas also reported on
the Downtown District event focusing on the public art.
Council Member Taylor commented on the memo from the City Manager and
congratulated the Assistant to the City Manager Andrew on his recent achievements, in
particular ADA Coordinator. Taylor also mentioned the memo from the Mayor on his visit
to the Mayor's Conference and stated her interest in working on the opioid issue in Iowa
City.
Mayor Throgmorton mentioned his public statement concerning the events in
Charlottesville, Virginia which appeared in the Press -Citizen, his memo on the Mayor's
Conference in Burlington, Vermont, a meeting he attended with the Daily Iowan's writing
and editorial staff along with Council Members Taylor and Thomas, an upcoming
Listening Post at Uptown Bill's, retirement reception for Doug Boothroy on September
11th, School Board election and bond referendum on September 12th, Economic
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Development meeting on September 15th, and the World Cup Cyclocross taking place on
September 17th. He also asked Council if there would be interest to add a time during the
work session for Council Members to report on the boards they are appointed about any
major decisions that have been made or major topics that are coming up.
City Manager Fruin mentioned the Cyclocross event which kicks off September 14th
and the opportunity for Council Members to volunteer at the meet and greet Thursday
evening.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Dickens, to adjourn regular meeting 8:29 p.m.
Ames A. Throgmorton, Mayor
Kellie K. Fruehlirlf, City Clerk
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Official Council Actions — 8/15/17
Iowa City City Council special meeting, 5:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Throgmorton
presiding. Council Members present: Cole, Mims, Taylor, Thomas Throgmorton.
Absent: Botchway, Dickens.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved and seconded adjourn to executive session to discuss the purchase or sale
of particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be reasonably expected
to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for that property or
reduce the price the governmental body would receive for that property. The minutes
and the tape recording of a session closed under this paragraph (Real Estate) shall be
available for public examination when the transaction discussed is completed.
Moved and seconded to adjourn special meeting 5:22 p.m.
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Complete Description of Council Activities
August 15, 2017
Iowa City City Council special meeting, 5:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Throgmorton
presiding. Council Members present: Cole, Mims, Taylor, Thomas Throgmorton.
Absent: Botchway, Dickens. Staff present: Fruin, Monroe, Dilkes, Fruehling.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Taylor, adjourn to executive session to discuss the
purchase or sale of particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be
reasonably expected to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for
that property or reduce the price the governmental body would receive for that property.
The minutes and the tape recording of a session closed under this paragraph (Real
Estate) shall be available for public examination when the transaction discussed is
completed. The Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned into executive
session 5:00 p.m.
Council returned to open session 5:20 pm.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Thomas, to adjourn special meeting 5:22 p.m.
James A. Throgmorton, Mayor
Kellie K. Fruehling, City Clerk
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MEMORANDUM
Date: August 22, 2017
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, August 15, 2017, 5:22 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Cole, Mims, Taylor, Thomas, Throgmorton (Absent: Botchway, Dickens)
UISG: Nelson and Stewart
Staff: Fruin, Monroe, Dilkes, Fruehling, Bockenstedt, Boothroy, Ford, Havel, Howard,
Matherly, Knoche, Schwindt, Yapp
A transcription and power points are available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.
Presentation on Data Driven Justice Initiative
Officer David Schwindt of the Iowa City Police Department presented a power point on
the Data Driven Justice Initiative. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
Action: None at this time.
uan NaroieK Trom upticos gave a power point presentation on
Individual Council Members expressed their views.
Action: NDS staff will prepare a memo outlining next steps after the final form -based
code report is received from the consultant.
CLARIFICATION OF AGENDA ITEMS
• [Consent Calendar Item 3f(2)]... Frank Williams: hello ... Mayor Throgmorton mentioned
correspondence concerning upcoming improvements to the ped mall and the question
whether there would be revitalization efforts on the east side of town. The Mayor noted
that there has been a substantial amount of work done on the east side. Council
member Thomas added he had responded and offered to meet and discuss any
concerns.
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(IP3, Information from City Manager: ICAD Happenings) Council Member Mims
requested staff to register her for the annual meeting on August 31st. Mayor
Throgmorton also mentioned the announcement of Oral B moving a portion of the
electronic toothbrush manufacturing unit to the former Menards's building on
Highway 1. (CMO staff will register Susan Mims for the ICAD annual event.)
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1. (IP5 and IP6, Information from Mayor Pro tem Botchway: Community Rights
Movement and Worker Bill of Rights) Council Member Thomas stated he had met
with Paul Cienfuegos when he was in Iowa City and Council member Mims
mentioned she had attended a meeting he had conducted. Both were interested in
finding out more about the Community Rights Movement and Worker Bill of Rights.
2. (IP4, Pending Work Session Topics) Mayor Throgmorton indicated he had a
suggestion for the September 5'" work session but would discuss after the formal
meeting.
3. (IP9, Information from Assistant to the City Manager: Copy of News Release — Iowa
Finance Authority Awards $2.7 Million to Shelter House in Iowa City to Construct
Affordable Housing for Chronically Homeless) Council Member Mims congratulated
Crissy Canganelli and the Shelter House for the award from the Iowa Finance
Authority to construct housing for the chronically homeless.
4. (Late Handouts, Housing Trust Fund Invite) City Manager Fruin called attention to
the invitation for the annual meeting from the Housing Trust Fund.
5. (IP7, Memo from Assistant to the City Manager: Food Truck Pilot Program
evaluation) City Manager Fruin mentioned the food truck pilot program evaluation
memo and the lack of negative feedback. Mayor Throgmorton expressed his
concern for DP Dough if the Rec Center lot is used for food trucks. Fruin stated they
would be using on -street parking spaces. (CMO will proceed with a code amendment
as outlined in the food truck memo.)
Recess to Formal 6:40 p.m.
[Discussion continued after formal meeting.]
6. (IP4, Pending Work Session Topics) Mayor Throgmorton suggested discussion at
the September 5t' work session to prioritize the budget suggestions. Individual
Council Members expressed their views. (The September 5`h work session will focus
on Council budget priorities. CMO staff will reorganize the previously circulated
memo to align with the seven strategic plan priorities and will also provide
preliminary comments on the budgetary impact and staff capacity needed to carry
out each item. Northside and College Green parking next steps will be added to the
pending work session list.)
7. (IP10, Memo from City Clerk: Taxi Regulations) Council Member Cole had questions
regarding the City Clerk memo on Taxi Regulations. Individual Council Members
expressed their views.
8. (IP5, Information from Mayor Pro tem Botchway: Community Rights Movement)
Mayor Pro tem Botchway asked the Council if there was any interest to schedule a
work session on this issue. Individual Council Members expressed their views and
Botchway removed the request for a work session.
Adjourn 10:03 p.m.
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Official Council Actions — 8/15/17
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Throgmorton
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Cole, Mims, Taylor, Thomas,
Throgmorton. Absent: Dickens.
The Mayor proclaimed: The University Club Day — September 1, Linda VanLoh,
President of The University Club accepting.
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:
Consider adoption of the Consent Calendar as presented:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: August 1, Work Session; August 1, Special Formal Official & Complete; August
1, Regular Formal Official & Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Board of
Appeals - January 9; Board of Appeals - July 13; Community Police Review Board -
July 11; Community Police Review Board - July 31; Civil Service Commission - July
19; Historic Preservation Commission - June 15; Library Board of Trustees - June 22;
Planning & Zoning Commission - July 20; Senior Center Commission - June 15.
Permit Motions and resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal:
Class C Beer Permit for Hy -Vee Gas #1, 260 Stevens Dr.; Class C Liquor License for
Chipolte Mexican Grill, 201 S. Clinton, Suite 112; Class C Liquor License for EI Senor
Cactus, 1534 S. Gilbert St., Suite 100; Class C Liquor License for Takanami, 219 Iowa
Ave.; Refund an unused portion of a Class B Beer Permit for Iowa City Brewlab, 505
E. Washington St.; Class C Liquor License for Hudson's South Side Tap, Highway 1
West, Suite 482; Outdoor Service Area for Hudson's South Side Tap, Highway 1
West, Suite 482; Class C Liquor License for Airliner Bar, 22 S. Clinton St.; Refund an
unused portion of a Class C Liquor License for Casa Tequila Authentic Mexican Grill,
1921 Keokuk St. Ownership Change: Class C Liquor License for Union Bar, The,
121 E. College St.; Class C Liquor License for Short's Burgers -Eastside, 521
Westbury Dr. New: Outdoor Service Area for New Pioneer Co-op Fresh Food
Market, 22 S. Linn St/22 S. Van Buren St.; Class C Liquor License for Donnelly's, 110
E. College St.; Special Class C Liquor License for Pancheros Mexican Grill, 965 S.
Riverside Dr.; Outdoor Service Area for Caliente Night Club, Inc., 171 Hwy 1 West;
Outdoor Service Area for American Legion, Roy L. Chopek Post 17, 3016 Muscatine
Ave.
Resolutions and Motions: Res. 17-265, awarding contract and authorizing the
Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the
Riverfront Crossings Park, Phase 2 Project; Res. 17-266, awarding contract and
authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest a contract for
construction of the Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Remodeling 2017 Project.
Res. 17-267, accepting the work for the City Hall Landscaping Project; Res. 17-
268, approving, authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute and the City
Clerk to attest Amendment No. 3 to the November 12, 2013, Agreement by and
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between the City of Iowa City and Barker Lemar Engineering Consultants to
provide engineering consultant services for the Iowa City Landfill and Recycling
Center; Res. 17-269, approving termination of agreement with ATI Properties,
L.L.C.; Res. 17-270, approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the
University of Iowa to share the expense of repairing the potable water storage
facility and parking ramp; Res. 17-271, approving a Consent to Transfer, Waiver
of Default, and Release of Guaranty relating to a bond purchase agreement and
assignment, and related loan agreement regarding Midwestern Disaster Area
Revenue Bonds (Iowa Cancer Cure Project) Series 2012.
Setting Public Hearings: Res. 17-272, setting public hearing on amending the
FY2018 Operating Budget.
Correspondence: Rufael Tadesse regarding Visa; Frank Williams regarding hello;
Cindy Grabow regarding Improvements [Staff response included]; Robert
Cunningham regarding Smoking Ban; Adil Adams regarding Taxi Regulations; Ryan
Sempf regarding Gauging Interest [Staff response included]; Anne Duggan regarding
Iowa City Bicycle Master Plan; Gardell Yancey regarding Fraud, Waste, Abuse and
National Security; Joan Dinel regarding Wetherby Edible Landscaping Maintenance
[Staff response included]; Feather Lacy regarding Iowa City Council Podcasts not
published since June 20th [Staff response included]; Kyle Sieck regarding Iowa City
Mobile Vending Association Food Truck Pilot Review [See IP7 in 8/10 Information
Packet]; Transportation Planner regarding Establish a 15 minute loading zone in the
500 Block of Bowery Street; Senior Transportation Engineering Planner: Installation of
a disabled on -street parking space in front of 1523 Broadway; Acting Senior
Transportation Engineering Planner regarding Install (2) "Stop" signs on E Court
Street at the intersection with 4m Avenue; Acting Senior Transportation Engineering
Planner regarding Install (2) "Stop" signs on Taylor Drive at the intersection with
Sandusky Drive.
Mark McCallum, 113 S. Johnson, appeared regarding the Northside/College Green
parking improvements. Harrison Freund, 312 E Burlington St #24, appeared concerning
Charlottesville. Rafael Morataya, 4419 E Court St, appeared concerned about the lack of
sidewalks and no safety crossings by the new Hoover Elementary. Kyle Sieck, from the
Iowa City Mobile Vending Association, appeared to speak about the food truck program.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning 2500 square feet of property from
Planned High Density Multi -Family Residential (PRM) zone to Riverfront Crossings —
Central Crossings (RFC -CX) Zone for property located at 114 E. Prentiss Street (REZ17-
00012).
Moved and seconded that the ordinance rezoning 2500 square feet of property from
Planned High Density Multi -Family Residential (PRM) zone to Riverfront Crossings —
Central Crossings (RFC -CX) Zone for property located at 114 E. Prentiss Street (REZ17-
00012), be given first vote.
A public hearing was held on an Ordinance rezoning 0.20 acres of property from
Central Business Support (CB -5) to Central Business Support with a Historic Preservation
Overlay (CB -5 / OHP) zone located at 10 South Gilbert Street (REZ17-00013). Thomas
Agran, Northside representative for the Historic Preservation Commission, 512 N Van
Buren, appeared.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance rezoning 0.20 acres of property from Central
Business Support (CB -5) to Central Business Support with a Historic Preservation
Overlay (CB -5 / OHP) zone located at 10 South Gilbert Street (REZ17-00013), be given
first vote.
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A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 21.77
acres of property located north of Rohret Road and west of Lake Shore Drive, from Rural
Residential, RR -1, (4.16 acres) and Interim Development—Single-Family Residential, ID -
RS (17.61 acres) to Low- Density Single -Family Residential, RS -5, zone (REZ17-00009).
Moved and seconded that the ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 21.77
acres of property located north of Rohret Road and west of Lake Shore Drive, from Rural
Residential, RR -1, (4.16 acres) and Interim Development—Single-Family Residential, ID -
RS (17.61 acres) to Low- Density Single -Family Residential, RS -5, zone (REZ17-00009),
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-
4718, conditionally rezoning approximately 1.59 acres of property located west of
Taft Avenue and east of Huntington Drive, from Medium Density Single -Family
Residential (RS -8) zone to Low Density Multi -Family (RM -12) zone (REZ17-00011),
be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved and seconded that the ordinance be
finally adopted at this time.
Moved and seconded to adopt Res. 17-273, approving the preliminary plat of
Stone Bridge Estates, Part Ten, Iowa City, Iowa.
Moved and seconded to adopt Res. 17-274, approving the preliminary plat of
Brookwood Pointe Fifth Addition, Iowa City, Iowa.
A public hearing was held on a resolution amending the North District Plan for
approximately 70 acres west of Dubuque Street, south of Interstate 80, and north and
east of Mission Point Road and Mackinaw Drive, to modify the land use map, accept a
sensitive areas survey, and add certain housing, transportation and design goals. Steve
Long, HBK Engineering, presented a power point. Margarita Baltazar, President of
Forestview Neighborhood Association, 1205 Laura Dr#63, appeared. Donna Davis,
1205 Laura Dr #95, appeared. Ed Cole, owner of Forest View, appeared. Martha Kirby,
400 Foster Rd, appeared. Margarita Rodriguez, 1205 Laura Dr#121, appeared.
Angelica Ortiz, 1205 Laura Dr #48, appeared. Kurt Kimmerling, Idllywild Condo
Association, 33 Trevose PI, presented a power point. Dale McGarry, 1205 Laura Dr #29,
appeared. Ivan Hall, 14 Idyllwild Ct, appeared.
Moved and seconded to adopt Res. 17-275 amending the North District Plan for
approximately 70 acres west of Dubuque Street, south of Interstate 80, and north
and east of Mission Point Road and Mackinaw Drive, to modify the land use map,
accept a sensitive areas survey, and add certain housing, transportation and
design goals. Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Kurt Kimmerling.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
agreement, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2017 Sewer Rehabilitation
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. 17-276, approving plans, specifications, form
of agreement, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2017 Sewer
Rehabilitation 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 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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4719 amending Title 9, entitled "Motor Vehicles and Traffic," Chapter 3, entitled
"Rules of the Road," section 6, entitled "Speed Restrictions," subsection C,
entitled "School Speed Zones" to establish a 20 mph school speed zone for Horace
Mann Elementary School effective for certain time periods, be voted on for final
passage at this time. Moved and seconded that the ordinance be given second
consideration.
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 ordinance
amending Title 4, entitled "Alcoholic Beverages' and Title 10, entitled 'Public Ways and
Property," to allow alcohol in park shelters, be voted on for final passage at this time. The
Mayor declared the motion defeated, 0/6/1, with the following division of roll call vote:.
Ayes: None. Nays: Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole, Mims, Taylor Thomas. Absent:
Dickens. Moved and seconded that the ordinance be given second consideration. The
Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/1/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes:
Throgmorton, Botchway, Mims, Taylor, Thomas. Nays: Cole. Absent: Dickens.
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-
4720, amending Title 16, entitled "Public Works," Chapter 1, entitled "Streets,
Sidewalks and Public Right of Way," to establish a permit process for placement of
small cell antennae in the right of way, be voted on for final passage at this time.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance be finally adopted at this time.
Moved and seconded to adopt Res. 17-277, establishing an application fee for
small wireless facility permits.
Moved and seconded to adopt Res. 17-278, on unclassified salary compensation
for fiscal year 2018 for the City Manager and City Attorney and authorizing the
Mayor and City Clerk to execute an amendment to the contract of the City Attorney
to provide for the across the board salary adjustments provided to all city
employees.
Moved and seconded to appoint Matthew Brenton, 143 Charles Drive, to the
Telecommunications Commission for a three year term, July 1, 2017 — July 1, 2020.
The Mayor noted that no applications were received for the following vacancies and all
will be readvertised: Airport Zoning Brd. of Adjustment for an unexpired term, upon
appointment - December 31, 2018 (Formerly advertised); Airport Zoning Brd. of
Adjustment for an unexpired term, upon appointment - December 31, 2020; Airport
Zoning Commission for an unexpired term, upon appointment — December 31, 2021;
Historic Preservation Commission for a Jefferson St. representative to fill a three-year
term, July 1, 2016 — July 1, 2019 (New District formed); Telecommunications Commission
for one vacancy 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.
Moved and seconded to adjourn regular meeting 9:34 p.m. to work session.
A more ple�te=ipt'ouncil Activities is on file in the office of the City
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Complete Description of Council Activities
August 15, 2017
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. Mayor Throgmorton
presiding. Council Members present: Botchway, Cole, Mims, Taylor, Thomas,
Throgmorton. Absent: Dickens. Staff members present: Fruin, Monroe, Dilkes,
Fruehling, Yapp, Knoche.
The Mayor proclaimed: The University Club Day — September 1, Linda VanLoh,
President of The University Club accepting.
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:
Consider adoption of the Consent Calendar as presented:
Approval of Council Actions, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk: August 1, Work Session; August 1, Special Formal Official & Complete; August
1, Regular Formal Official & Complete.
Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions (any recommendations
contained in minutes become effective only upon separate Council action): Board of
Appeals - January 9; Board of Appeals - July 13; Community Police Review Board -
July 11; Community Police Review Board - July 31; Civil Service Commission - July
19; Historic Preservation Commission - June 15; Library Board of Trustees - June 22;
Planning & Zoning Commission - July 20; Senior Center Commission - June 15.
Permit Motions and resolutions as recommended by the City Clerk. Renewal:
Class C Beer Permit for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Gas #1, 260 Stevens Dr.; Class C
Liquor License for Chipolte Mexican Grill of Colorado, dba Chipolte Mexican Grill, 201
S. Clinton, Suite 112; Class C Liquor License for Restuarante Mexicano, dba EI Senor
Cactus, 1534 S. Gilbert St., Suite 100; Class C Liquor License for Ete Restaurante
Group LLC, dba Takanami, 219 Iowa Ave.; Refund an unused portion of a Class B
Beer Permit for PAHA Hills INC., dba Iowa City Brewlab, 505 E. Washington St.;
Class C Liquor License for McQuiggans on 1, L.L.C., dba Hudson's South Side Tap,
Highway 1 West, Suite 482; Outdoor Service Area for McQuiggans on 1, L.L.C., dba
Hudson's South Side Tap, Highway 1 West, Suite 482; Class C Liquor License for Hall
Place Ventures Corp, dba Airliner Bar, 22 S. Clinton St.; Refund an unused portion of
a Class C Liquor License for Casa Tequila Foods 2, Inc., dba Casa Tequila Authentic
Mexican Grill, 1921 Keokuk St. Ownership Change: Class C Liquor License for
Cream, LLC, dba Union Bar, The, 121 E. College St.; Class C Liquor License for
Mexico Waynes LLC, dba Short's Burgers -Eastside, 521 Westbury Dr. New: Outdoor
Service Area for New Pioneers Cooperative, dba New Pioneer Co-op Fresh Food
Market, 22 S. Linn St/22 S. Van Buren St.; Class C Liquor License for Immerfall
Investments, LLC, dba Donnelly's, 110 E. College St.; Special Class C Liquor License
for Freshmex Iowa City, LLC, dba Pancheros Mexican Grill, 965 S. Riverside Dr.;
Outdoor Service Area for Caliente Night Club, Inc., dba Caliente Night Club, Inc., 171
Hwy 1 West; Outdoor Service Area for Roy L. Chopek/Walterl "Bud" Ott, dba
American Legion, Roy L. Chopek Post 17, 3016 Muscatine Ave.
Resolutions and Motions: Res. 17-265, awarding contract to Tricon General
Construction for $ 427,150.00 and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk
to attest a contract for construction of the Riverfront Crossings Park, Phase 2
Project; Res. 17-266, awarding contract to Tricon General Construction for
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$183,000.00 and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest a
contract for construction of the Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Remodeling
2017 Project. Res. 17-267, accepting the work for the City Hall Landscaping
Project; Res. 17-268, approving, authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute
and the City Clerk to attest Amendment No. 3 to the November 12, 2013,
Agreement by and between the City of Iowa City and Barker Lemar Engineering
Consultants to provide engineering consultant services for the Iowa City
Landfill and Recycling Center; Res. 17-269, approving termination of agreement
with ATI Properties, L.L.C.; Res. 17-270, approving a Memorandum of
Understanding with the University of Iowa to share the expense of repairing the
potable water storage facility and parking ramp; Res. 17-271, approving a
Consent to Transfer, Waiver of Default, and Release of Guaranty relating to a
bond purchase agreement and assignment, and related loan agreement
regarding Midwestern Disaster Area Revenue Bonds (Iowa Cancer Cure Project)
Series 2012.
Setting Public Hearings: Res. 17-272, setting public hearing on amending the
FY2018 Operating Budget.
Correspondence: Rufael Tadesse regarding Visa; Frank Williams regarding hello;
Cindy Grabow regarding Improvements [Staff response included]; Robert
Cunningham regarding Smoking Ban; Adil Adams regarding Taxi Regulations; Ryan
Sempf regarding Gauging Interest [Staff response included]; Anne Duggan regarding
Iowa City Bicycle Master Plan; Gardell Yancey regarding Fraud, Waste, Abuse and
National Security; Joan Dinel regarding Wetherby Edible Landscaping Maintenance
[Staff response included] Feather Lacy regarding Iowa City Council Podcasts not
published since June 20 [Staff response included]; Kyle Sieck regarding Iowa City
Mobile Vending Association Food Truck Pilot Review [See IP7 in 8/10 Information
Packet]; Transportation Planner regarding Establish a 15 minute loading zone in the
500 Block of Bowery Street; Senior Transportation Engineering Planner: Installation of
a disabled on -street parking space in front of 1523 Broadway; Acting Senior
Transportation Engineering Planner regarding Install (2) "Stop" signs on E Court
Street at the intersection with 4th Avenue; Acting Senior Transportation Engineering
Planner regarding Install (2) "Stop" signs on Taylor Drive at the intersection with
Sandusky Drive.
Mark McCallum, 113 S. Johnson, appeared regarding the Northside/College Green
parking improvements. Harrison Freund, 312 E Burlington St #24, appeared concerning
Charlottesville. Rafael Morataya, 4419 E Court St, appeared concerned about the lack of
sidewalks and no safety crossings by the new Hoover Elementary. Kyle Sieck, from the
Iowa City Mobile Vending Association, appeared to speak about the food truck program.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance rezoning 2500 square feet of property from
Planned High Density Multi -Family Residential (PRM) zone to Riverfront Crossings —
Central Crossings (RFC -CX) Zone for property located at 114 E. Prentiss Street (REZ17-
00012). The Mayor requested Council Members disclose any ex parte communications
and none were reported. Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power
point. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that the ordinance rezoning 2500 square
feet of property from Planned High Density Multi -Family Residential (PRM) zone to
Riverfront Crossings — Central Crossings (RFC -CX) Zone for property located at 114 E.
Prentiss Street (REZ17-00012), be given first vote.
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A public hearing was held on an Ordinance rezoning 0.20 acres of property (Unitarian -
Universalist Church) from Central Business Support (CB -5) to Central Business Support
with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -5 / OHP) zone located at 10 South Gilbert Street
(REZ17-00013). The Mayor requested Council Members disclose any ex parte
communications and none were reported. Development Services Coordinator Yapp
presented a power point. Thomas Agran, Northside representative for the Historic
Preservation Commission, 512 N Van Buren, appeared. Individual Council Members
expressed their views.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that the ordinance rezoning 0.20 acres of
property (Unitarian -Universalist Church) from Central Business Support (CB -5) to Central
Business Support with a Historic Preservation Overlay (CB -5 / OHP) zone located at 10
South Gilbert Street (REZ17-00013), be given first vote.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 21.77
acres of property (Country Club Estates) located north of Rohret Road and west of Lake
Shore Drive, from Rural Residential, RR -1, (4.16 acres) and Interim Development—Single-
Family Residential, ID -RS (17.61 acres) to Low- Density Single -Family Residential, RS -5,
zone (REZ17-00009). The Mayor requested Council Members disclose any ex parte
communications and none were reported. Development Services Coordinator Yapp
presented a power point. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, that the ordinance conditionally rezoning
approximately 21.77 acres of property (Country Club Estates) located north of Rohret
Road and west of Lake Shore Drive, from Rural Residential, RR -1, (4.16 acres) and
Interim Development—Single-Family Residential, ID -RS (17.61 acres) to Low- Density
Single -Family Residential, RS -5, zone (REZ17-00009), be given first vote.
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. 17-4718, conditionally rezoning approximately 1.59 acres of
property (Stone Bridge Estates) located west of Taft Avenue and east of Huntington
Drive, from Medium Density Single -Family Residential (RS -8) zone to Low Density
Multi -Family (RM -12) zone (REZ17-0001 1/SUB1 7-00008), be voted on for final passage
at this time. The Mayor requested Council Members disclose 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 Botchway, to adopt Res. 17-273, approving the
preliminary plat of Stone Bridge Estates, Part Ten, Iowa City, Iowa (SUB17-00008).
Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt Res. 17-274, approving the
preliminary plat of Brookwood Pointe Fifth Addition, Iowa City, Iowa (SUB17-
00013). Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point. Individual
Council Members expressed their views.
A public hearing was held on a resolution amending the (Comprehensive Plan) North
District Plan for approximately 70 acres west of Dubuque Street, south of Interstate 80,
and north and east of Mission Point Road and Mackinaw Drive, to modify the land use
map, accept a sensitive areas survey, and add certain housing, transportation and design
goals (REZ17-00009). Development Services Coordinator Yapp presented a power point.
Steve Long, HBK Engineering, presented a power point. Margarita Baltazar, President of
Forestview Neighborhood Association, 1205 Laura Dr#63, appeared. Donna Davis,
1205 Laura Dr #95, appeared. Ed Cole, owner of Forest View, appeared. Martha Kirby,
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400 Foster Rd, appeared. Margarita Rodriguez, 1205 Laura Dr#121, appeared.
Angelica Ortiz, 1205 Laura Dr #48, appeared. Kurt Kimmerling, Idllywild Condo
Association, 33 Trevose PI, presented a power point. Dale McGarry, 1205 Laura Dr #29,
appeared. Ivan Hall, 14 Idyllwild Ct, appeared. Individual Council Members expressed
their views.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adopt Res. 17-275 amending the
(Comprehensive Plan) North District Plan for approximately 70 acres west of
Dubuque Street, south of Interstate 80, and north and east of Mission Point Road
and Mackinaw Drive, to modify the land use map, accept a sensitive areas survey,
and add certain housing, transportation and design goals (REZ17-00009). Moved by
Botchway, seconded by Mims, to accept correspondence from Kurt Kimmerling.
A public hearing was held on a resolution approving plans, specifications, form of
agreement, and estimate of cost for the construction of the 2017 Sewer Rehabilitation
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 Thomas, to adopt Res. 17-276, approving plans,
specifications, form of agreement, and estimate of cost for the construction of the
2017 Sewer Rehabilitation 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 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. 17-4719 amending Title 9; entitled "Motor Vehicles and
Traffic," Chapter 3, entitled "Rules of the Road," section 6, entitled "Speed
Restrictions," subsection C, entitled "School Speed Zones" to establish a 20 mph
school speed zone for Horace Mann Elementary School effective for certain time
periods, be voted on for final passage at this time. Moved by Mims, seconded by
Thomas, that the ordinance be given second consideration. Individual Council Members
expressed their views.
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 ordinance amending Title 4, entitled "Alcoholic Beverages" and Title 10,
entitled "Public Ways and Property," to allow alcohol in park shelters, be voted on for final
passage at this time. The Mayor declared the motion defeated, 0/6/1, with the following
division of roll call vote: Ayes: None. Nays: Throgmorton, Botchway, Cole, Mims, Taylor
Thomas. Absent: Dickens. Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that the ordinance
be given second consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 5/1/1, with the
following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Throgmorton, Botchway, Mims, Taylor, Thomas.
Nays: Cole. Absent: Dickens. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
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. 17-4720, amending Title 16, entitled "Public Works," Chapter
1, entitled "Streets, Sidewalks and Public Right of Way," to establish a permit
process for placement of small cell antennae in the right of way, be voted on for final
passage at this time. Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, that the ordinance be
finally adopted at this time.
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Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, to adopt Res. 17-277, establishing an
application fee for small wireless facility permits.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Thomas, to adopt Res. 17-278, on unclassified
salary compensation for fiscal year 2018 for the City Manager and City Attorney
and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an amendment to the contract
of the City Attorney to provide for the across the board salary adjustments
provided to all city employees. Individual Council Members expressed their views.
Moved by Botchway, seconded by Taylor, to appoint Matthew Brenton, 143 Charles
Drive, to the Telecommunications Commission for a three year term, July 1, 2017 — July
1, 2020.
The Mayor noted that no applications were received for the following vacancies and all
will be readvertised: Airport Zoning Brd. of Adjustment for an unexpired term, upon
appointment - December 31, 2018 (Formerly advertised); Airport Zoning Brd. of
Adjustment for an unexpired term, upon appointment - December 31, 2020; Airport
Zoning Commission for an unexpired term, upon appointment — December 31, 2021;
Historic Preservation Commission for a Jefferson St. representative to fill a three-year
term, July 1, 2016 — July 1, 2019 (New District formed); Telecommunications Commission
for one vacancy 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.
Benjamin Nelson, UISG Liaison, appeared with UISG updates.
Council Member Taylor reminded all of the ribbons cuttings for the ICCSD on August
21$t and the Iowa City Federation of Laborers annual Labor Day picnic.
Council Member Thomas noted he attended a parks tour with the Assistant City
Manager and the Parks and Recreation Commission where they saw 9 sites.
Council Member Mims stated the Farm to Street dinner was coming up and noted the
students were coming back into town and to be cautious of extra traffic and those not
familiar to Iowa City.
Mayor Pro tem Botchway mentioned the Taste of Iowa City was the following week
and he was also participating in the Pathways "Men Who Cook" fundraiser.
Council Member Cole requested possible work session topics, Northside/College
Green parking improvements and budget.
Mayor Throgmorton mentioned he was working on a public statement concerning the
event in Charlottesville. He also stated he wanted to hold another Council Listening Post
the 1 st week of September and asked staff to check the availability of Uptown Bill's. He
informed Council he would be attending the Mayors Innovation Project conference in
Vermont and also mentioned he got an invitation to speak at the Iowa Ideas Conference
in Cedar Rapids in September.
City Manager Fruin gave an update on the landfill fire. Assistant City Manager Monroe
announced it was Jamie Porter's, City Manager's office intern, last meeting and thanked
him for all his hard work and wished him well.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Botchway, to adjourn regular meeting 9:34 p.m. to work
session.
James A. Throgmorton, Mayor
Kellie K. Fruehling, City Clerk