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Summary of Minutes
February 19, 2019 - 7:00 PM
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, held in Emma J. Harvat Hall, 410 E Washington St.
Mayor Throgmorton presiding. Council members present: Cole, Salih, Mims, Taylor, Teague,
Thomas, Throgmorton. Staff members present: Fruin, Monroe, Andrew, Dikes, Fruehling,
Sitzman, Heitner, Bockenstedt, Fleagle, Sovers, Seydell-Johnson, Bowers, Whitmore. UISG:
Stewart, Wu.
1. Call to Order
2 Student Leadership Awards - Hoover Elementary
The Mayor presented Student Leadership Awards to Hoover Elementary students.
2a. Lars Anderson
2b. Lily Lumb
1.a. State of the City
Mayor Throgmorton presented the State of the City address with a power point.
Mayor statements regarding anti-immigrant posters displayed on kiosks and sign posts in downtown
Iowa City and the passing of former Iowa City Mayor William Hubbard.
3. Proclamations
3.a. Iowa Honey Bee Day— no one appeared to accept.
Beginning of Consent Calendar(Items 4-9)
Consider adoption of the Consent Calendar as presented or amended
4. Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk)
4.a. February 5, Special formal Summary of Minutes
4.b. February 5, Work Session
4.c. February 5, Regular formal Summary of Minutes
5. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
5.a. Airport Commission: November 15
5.b. Airport Commission: December 20
5.c. Board of Adjustment: February 14
5.d. Board of Adjustment: August 8
5.e. Historic Preservation Commission: November 8
5.f. Historic Preservation Commission: December 13
5.g. Housing & Community Development Commission: December 20
5.h. Planning &Zoning Commission: January 3
6. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
6.a. Dancing Permit
1. Resolution to issue Dancing Permit to Brothers of Iowa City,
Inc., dba It's Brothers Bar& Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St. (Resolution 19-42)
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6.b. Liquor License- Renewals
1. Class C Liquor License for Brothers of Iowa City, Inc., dba It's
Brothers bar& Grill, 125 S. Dubuque St.
2. Outdoor Service Area for Brothers of Iowa City, Inc., dba It's Brothers Bar& Grill,
125 S. Dubuque St.
3. Class C Liquor License for Xalapa II, Inc., dba Casa Azul, 335 S. Gilbert St.
4. Class C Liquor License for Coach's Corner IC, LLC, dba Coach's Corner, 749
Mormon Trek Boulevard
5. Outdoor Service Area for Coach's Corner IC, LLC, dba Coach's Corner, 749
Mormon Trek Boulevard
6. Class C Liquor License for Etre Plaza Towers Restaurant, dba Formosa, 221 E
College St.
7. Class C Liquor License for Carl and Ernies IC, LLC, dba Carl and Ernies, 161
Highway 1 West
8. Outdoor Service Area for Carl and Ernies IC, LLC, dba Carl and Ernies, 161
Highway 1 West
9. Class B Beer Permit for Acapulco Grocery Corp., dba Acapulco Mexican Bakery
#2, 1937 Keokuk St., Suite A
7. Resolutions and Motions
7.a. Motion to approve disbursements in the amount of$10,276,820.11 for
the period of January 1 through January 31, 2019, as recommended by
the Finance Director subject to audit. Disbursements are published and
permanently retained in the City Clerk's office in accordance with State
Code.
7.b. Motion to approve a tentative agreement between the City of Iowa City
and the Police Labor Relations Organization of Iowa City.
7.c. Resolution establishing a revised schedule of fees and charges for
Parks and Recreation services and programming and rescinding
Resolution Number 17-33 previously establishing said fees and charges.
(Resolution 19-43)
7.d. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest an
agreement between the City of Iowa City and Wisconsin Independent
Network, LLC to use a portion of public right-of-way way for the
installation, operation and maintenance of a fiber optic communications
system. (Resolution 19-44)
7.e. Resolution approving the final contract price for the Lower Muscatine
Road Reconstruction (Kirkwood Ave. to 1st Ave.) [STP-U-3715(654)--70-
52] Project. (Resolution 19-45)
7.f. Resolution accepting imposition of civil penalty and waiver of right to
hearing from Kum &Go#53. (Resolution 19-46)
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8. Setting Public Hearings
8.a. Resolution setting a public hearing on March 12, 2019 to discuss the
proposed FY2020 Operating Budget, the proposed three-year Financial
Plan for FY2019 - FY2021, and the five-year Capital Improvement Plan
2019 -2023. (Resolution 19-47)
8.b. Resolution setting public hearing on amending the FY2019 Operating
Budget. (Resolution 19-48)
8.c. Resolution fixing date for a meeting on the proposition of the issuance of
not to exceed $410,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City of Iowa
City, State of Iowa (for general corporate purposes), and providing for
publication of notice thereof. (Resolution 19-49)
8.d. Resolution fixing date for a meeting on the proposition of the issuance of
not to exceed $715,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City of Iowa
City, State of Iowa (for general corporate purposes), and providing for
publication of notice thereof. (Resolution 19-50)
8.e. Resolution fixing date for a meeting on the proposition of the issuance of
not to exceed $490,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City of Iowa
City, State of Iowa (for general corporate purposes), and providing for
publication of notice thereof. (Resolution 19-51)
8.f. Resolution fixing date for a meeting on the proposition of the issuance of
not to exceed $11,800,000 General Obligation Bonds of the City of Iowa
City, State of Iowa (for essential corporate purposes), and providing for
publication of notice thereof. (Resolution 19-52)
8.g. Resolution setting a public hearing on March 12, 2019 on the project
manual and estimate of cost for the construction of the First Avenue
Water Main Replacement Construction Project, directing City Clerk to
publish notice of said hearing, and directing the City Engineer to place
said project manual on file for public inspection. (Resolution 19-53)
9. Correspondence
9.a. Mormon Trek Lane Reduction: David Christ, Dennis Whited, James Klutts, Janice
Fisher, Jean Florman, Bob Elliott, Rex Pruess, Darrell Hansen, Kathleen Cave,
Brenda Kurtz (X3), Donald Baxter, Cathy Schiele, Terri Larson [Staff responses
included], Craig Michel
9.b. Russell Stubbles: Monarch City USA
9.c. Becky Eiting: Dumpsters
9.d. Joyce Gromko: Deer Control [Staff response included]
9.e. Iowa City Public Art Advisory Committee: Public Art Funding
9.f. Tod Towers: Article
9.g. Dennis Mahan: Benches Downtown
9.h. John McKinstry: Aid to Agencies Funding
9.i. Greg Shill (X2): Dangerous and inaccessible sidewalks, curbcuts, and crosswalks [Staff
response included]
9.j. Rod Sullivan: City budget priorities
9.k. Sara Castlebury: transit issue [Staff response included]
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9.1. Sara Barron, Johnson County Affordable Housing Coalition: Creating affordable rental
opportunities among existing unsubsidized units
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve consent calendar(Items 4-9) as amended. Moved by S.
Mims, seconded by M. Salih. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10. Community Comment (items not on the agenda)
The following individuals appeared: Adil Adams regarding discrimination.
11. Planning and Zoning Matters
11.a. Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 0.155 acres of property located
at 2130 Muscatine Avenue, from Community Commercial (CC-2)to High Density
Single-Family Residential (RS-12). (REZ18-00025)
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented
a power point. The following individual appeared: Ben Anderson, applicant,
presented a power point. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to continue the public hearing and defer first consideration to March 12.
Moved by M. Salih, seconded by S. Mims. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11.b. Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 18.03 acres of property located
east of South Gilbert Street and west of Sandusky Drive, from Interim
Development Multifamily Residential (ID-RM) zone to Planned Development
Overlay/Low Density Single Family Residential (OPD/RS-5) zone, Planned
Development Overlay/Low Density Multifamily Residential (OPD/RM-12) zone,
and Planned Development Overlay/Neighborhood Public (OPD/P-1) zone.
(REZ18-00024) (Second Consideration)
Motion to give second consideration. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by M.
Salih. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11.c. Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 3.2 acres of property located at
the northwest corner of Moss Ridge Road and Highway 1, from Interim
Development-Research Park(ID-RP)to Highway Commercial (CH-1). (REZ18-
00022) (Second Consideration)
Motion to give second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by B.
Teague. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) Individual Council members expressed their
views.
11.d. Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code of the Iowa City Code related to
clarification on code language in multiple sections. (ZCA18-00004) (Pass and
Adopt)
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 19-4779. Moved by M. Salih, seconded
by J. Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Nays: Cole. Individual Council
members expressed their views.
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Regular Formal Agenda
12. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction
of the Gilbert 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. Senior Civil Engineer Sovers presented a power point.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-54. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
13. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction
of the Willow Creek Park 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. Parks & Recreation Director Seydell-Johnson presented a
power point.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-55. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J. Thomas.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) Individual Council members expressed their views.
14. Resolution Adopting the Social Justice and Racial Equity Grant Allocations for
Fiscal Year 2019.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-56. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by R. Cole.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Abstain: Salih. Equity Director Bowers presented
information. Individual Council members expressed their views.
15. Ordinance amending Title 3, entitled "Finances, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4,
entitled "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties," and
Title 8, entitled "Police Regulations," Chapter 4, entitled "Animal Services,"to
clarify recently enacted animal services provisions and to change the amount of
the scheduled fines for certain animal services violations. (First Consideration)
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by R. Cole.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) Animal Services Supervisor Whitmore introduced herself to
the Council.
16. Ordinance amending Title 8, "Police Regulations", Chapter 8, "Community
Police Review Board", to provide for changes in procedure and enhance
opportunities for conversation when the conclusions of the police chief and the
Board differ. (Second Consideration)
Motion to give second consideration. Moved by B. Teague, seconded by M. Salih.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) Individual Council members expressed their views.
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17. Ordinance providing that general property taxes levied and collected each year
on certain property located within the Moss Ridge Urban Renewal Area, 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 Moss Ridge Urban Renewal Plan. (Second Consideration)
Motion to give second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J. Thomas.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
18. Council Appointments
18.a. Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, Upon
appointment - December 31, 2020. (Tim Weitzel resigned)
Motion to appoint Ernie Cox. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J. Thomas.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) Individual Council members expressed their views.
19. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional notices after the initial
announcement; but will continue to advertise vacancies on the City website and Council
agenda. More information may be found on the City website or in the City Clerk's office.
Telecommunications Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired
term. Upon appointment - June 30, 2021. (Kyla Paterson resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, March 5, 2019.
Housing & Community Development Commission - One vacancy to fill
an unexpired plus three-year term. Upon appointment - June 30, 2022.
(Bob Lamkins resigned, term expires)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, March 5, 2019.
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020. (Formerly advertised)
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023. (New full term)
Historic Preservation Commission (E. College St) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2021. (Term expired for Esther Baker)
Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2016 - June 30, 2019. (New District formed)
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
20. Community Comment
The following individuals appeared: Gustave Stewart, UISG Liaison, regarding UISG
updates.
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21. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming meetings, community
events, and items of interest.
22. Report on Items from City Staff
a. City Manager - None
b. City Attorney - None
c. City Clerk - None
23. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn meeting at 8:48 p.m. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by R. Cole.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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February 5, 2019 - 5:00 PM
Iowa City City Council special meeting, held in Emma J. Harvat Hall, 410 E
Washington St. Mayor Throgmorton presiding. Council members present: Cole, Salih,
Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Throgmorton. Absent: Mims. Staff members present: Fruin
Monroe, Andrew, Dilkes, Fruehling.
Unless otherwise noted all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Salih, seconded by Taylor, to adjourn to executive session to discuss
strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation is
imminent where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position
of the governmental body in that litigation; and to discuss as a public employer, strategy
regarding collective bargaining with city employee organizations; as such discussion is
exempt from the provisions of chapter 21. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/0,
Mims absent.
Council returned to open session 5:33 p.m.
Moved by Thomas, seconded by Salih, to adjourn special meeting 5:34 p.m. The
Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/0, Mims absent.
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Item Number: 4.b.
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M E M 0 RA N D U M
Date: February 13, 2019
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, February 5, 2019, 5:35 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Cole, Mims (absent), Salih, Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Throgmorton
UISG: Stewart, Wu
Staff: Fruin, Monroe, Andrew, Dilkes, Fruehling, Hightshoe, Kubly, Lehman, Bockenstedt,
Fleagle, Ford, Knoche, Havel, Nurnberg
HCDC members present: Vaughan, Eastham, McKinstry, Fixmer-Oraiz, Harms, Padron, Alter
(A transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.)
Joint Meeting with Housing & Community Development Commission (HCDC)
Mayor Throgmorton thanked the Commission for their thorough job of reviewing the applications and
asked the Commission Chair, Paula Vaughan, to explain how the Commission reviews the applications,
what the recommendations were and why and why the Commission decided to recommend fully
funding the requests. Vaughan along with other members of the Commission explained the process
and the recommendation. City Manager Fruin provided additional information. Individual Council
members expressed their views.
Action: The Council directed staff to fully fund all Legacy applications in the Aid to Agencies process.
Staff will adjust the budget and prepare the necessary formal Council approval documents for a future
meeting. The exact budget increase will depend on the City's CDBG allocation. This is a one-year
commitment and staff will have to coordinate another application round next year. Staff will also reach
out to Legacy agencies this summer to have a discussion on the Aid to Agencies budget levels for
FY2021.
(Break to Formal meeting 6:44 pm)
Clarification of Agenda Items
• [19]... University of Iowa Labor Center Support... Mayor Throgmorton stated he reached out to
President Harreld as a courtesy regarding the resolution on the agenda and forwarded a copy.
Information Packet Discussion (January 24, January 311
➢ January 24
1. (1 P2, Email from Council member Thomas: Rental vacancy) Council member Thomas
noted the article came from a resident and had previously been in the Corridor Business
Journal.
2. (1 P3, Email from City Manager with request from Council member Cole: 4 to 3 Lane
Conversion) Council member Cole summarized an article in the Des Moines Register
regarding the benefits of road diets. City Manager Fruin provided additional information.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Council Work Session
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3. (IP6, Memo from City Clerk: KXIC Radio Show) Council members signed up for upcoming
dates.
Action: Staff will fill the February 20th KXIC radio slot.
➢ January 31
1. (IP7/IP8, Memo from Historic Preservation Planner: Downtown District Survey
Recommendations/Letter from Iowa City Downtown District: National Register Historic
District nomination) Council member Salih voiced her support for the Consultant's study
and the recommendations from the Historic Preservation Commission. Individual Council
members agreed.
Action: Staff will move forward with the consultant contract for the National Register Historic
District application for downtown and continue its ongoing dialogue with the Iowa City
Downtown District (ICDD).
2. (IP9, Memo from NDS Code Enforcement Specialist: Request for Information - 225 & 229
N. Gilbert Street) Council member Thomas expressed his enthusiasm for the proposals.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Action: Staff will work with the Community Foundation and Public Space 1 for the two Gilbert
Homes as outlined in the Information Packet memo.
3. (1 P10, Memo from MPOJC Assistant Transportation Planner and Director of Transportation
Services: Update on regional transit system discussions [Previously distributed in the
1/10/19 Info Packet, IP4.]) Council member Salih had questions regarding the update and
the transportation expansion study. City Manager Fruin provided additional information.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
4. (IP6, Copy of article from City Manager: Growth of electric cars could jeopardize Iowa's
road fund) Council member Taylor noted the article and encouraged lobbyists to listen for
discussions regarding changes.
5. (IP5/IP2, Email from Council member Cole x2: Drink Specials/Work Session agenda)
Council member Cole asked for support for a work session regarding the drink special
policy. City Manager Fruin provided additional information.
Action: Staff will add a review of drink special regulations to the Pending List. Staff will
provide a background memo on the topic and also engage the Partnership for Alcohol
Safety (PAS) on the topic at an upcoming meeting.
Council updates on assigned boards, commissions and committees
There were no updates.
Adjourn 9:56 p.m.
Item Number: 4.c.
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February 5, 2019 - 7:00 PM
Iowa City City Council sial meeting, held in Emma J. Harvat Hall, 410 E Washington St.
Mayor Throgmorton presiding. Council members present Cole, Salih, Taylor, Teague, Thomas,
Throgmorton. Absent: Mims. Staff members present: Fruin, Monroe, Andrew, Dilkes, Fruehling,
Ford, Sitzman, Havel, Nurnberg.
1. Call to Order
Motion to move Item 19, University of Iowa Labor Center Support, after the
consent calendar for consideration. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by R. Cole.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims.
2. Proclamations
2.a. Black History Month -Jonathon Munoz, Human Rights Commission member,
accepting.
Beginning of Consent Calendar(Items 3-8)
Consider adoption of the Consent Calendar as presented or amended
3. Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk)
3.a. January 16, Budget Work Session (CIP)
3.b. January 22, Work Session
3.c. January 22, Special formal Summary of Minutes
4. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
4.a. Human Rights Commission: November 20
4.b. Human Rights Commission: January 8
4.c. Library Board of Trustees: October 30
4.d. Library Board of Trustees: October 30 (#2)
4.e. Library Board of Trustees: November 15
4.f. Library Board of Trustees: December 20
4.g. Public Art Advisory Committee: December 6
4.h. Senior Center Commission: November 15
5. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
5.a. Liquor License—Renewals
1. Class C Liquor License for Jobsite IC LLC, dba Jobsite, 928 Maiden Ln.
2. Outdoor Service Area for Jobsite IC LLC, dba Jobsite, 928 Maiden Ln
3. Class C Liquor License for El Ranchero Inc., dba El Ranchero Inc, 21 Sturgis
Corner Dr.
4. Special Class C Liquor License for Oyama Sushi Chen's, Inc., dba Oyama
Sushi, 1853 Lower Muscatine Rd.
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6. Resolutions and Motions
6.a. Motion to approve disbursements in the amount of$11,235,896.35 for
the period of December 1 through December 31, 2018, as recommended
by the Finance Director subject to audit. Disbursements are published
and permanently retained in the City Clerk's office in accordance with
State Code.
6.b. Motion to approve a tentative agreement between the City of Iowa City
and the Iowa City Association of Professional Firefighters, IAFF Local
#610
6.c. Resolution accepting the dedication of Sanitary Sewer Easement over
and across portions of Auditor's Parcels 2011054 and 2011055 Iowa City,
Iowa. (Resolution 19-27)
6.d. Resolution authorizing the acquisition of property interests necessary for
construction of the Idyllwild Stormwater Drainage Diversion Project.
(Resolution 19-28)
6.e. Resolution Authorizing the Extension and Renewal of the Contract for
Tire Repair and Replacement Services for the City's Equipment Division.
(Resolution 19-29)
6.f. Resolution amending the budgeted positions in the Finance
Administration and Risk Management divisions of the Finance
Department and amending the Administrative and Confidential Pay Plan
Accordingly. (Resolution 19-30)
6.g. Resolution accepting imposition of civil penalty and waiver of right to
hearing from Hy-Vee Gas #1. (Resolution 19-31)
6.h. Resolution accepting payment of$1,500.00 civil penalty and waiver of
right to hearing from Kirkwood Tobacco & Liquor. (Resolution 19-32)
6.i. Resolution accepting use of Section 453A.22(3) affirmative defense to
tobacco civil penalty by Hawkeye Convenience. (Resolution 19-33)
7. Setting Public Hearings
7.a. Motion setting a public hearing for February 19 on an ordinance
approving a rezoning for 0.155 acres of property located at 2130
Muscatine Avenue from Community Commercial (CC-2) zone to High
Density Single Family Residential (RS-12) zone. (REZ18-00025)
7.b. Resolution setting a public hearing on February 19, 2019 on the project
manual and estimate of cost for the construction of the Gilbert Street
Intersection Improvements Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice
of said hearing, and directing the City Engineer to place said project
manual on file for public inspection. (Resolution 19-34)
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7.c. Resolution setting a public hearing on February 19, 2019 on plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the construction
of the Willow Creek Park 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. (Resolution 19-35)
8. Correspondence
8.a. Mary Gravitt: New Year's Eve in the Ped Mall
8.b. Jeffrey Ford: ADA and The Mansion
8.c. Carol deProsse: Composting [Staff response included]
8.d. Dave Moore: Ped Mall Food Carts [Staff response included]
8.e. Paul Etre: LIVE LIKE LINE Bench
8.f. Iowa City Downtown District: Letter of Support
8.g. Johnson County Affordable Housing Coalition Brd of Directors: Aid to
Agencies Funding
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve consent calendar (Items 3-8) as amended. Moved by M.
Salih, seconded by R. Cole. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims. Council
member Salih commented on items 6.b, 8.b, and 8e. City Manager Fruin provided
additional information. Council member Taylor provided clarification regarding item
8.e.
19. Resolution Recognizing and Supporting the Vital Role of the University of
Iowa's Labor Center
Motion to approve Resolution 19-36. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by R. Cole.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims. Council member Taylor noted a minor
language revision needed to the resolution. The following individuals appeared: Greg
Hearns, President of the Iowa City Federation of Labor; Zach Peterson, Teamster's
#238 member and Secretary of the Iowa City Federation of Labor; Dan Daly; Catelyn
Cheus, intern at the Labor Center; and Paul Iversen, Labor Educator at the University
of Iowa Labor Center. Individual Council members expressed their views.
9. Community Comment (items not on the agenda) - No one appeared.
10. Planning and Zoning Matters
10.a. Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 18.03 acres of property located
east of South Gilbert Street and west of Sandusky Drive, from Interim
Development Multifamily Residential (ID-RM) zone to Planned Development
Overlay/Low Density Single Family Residential (OPD/RS-5) zone, Planned
Development Overlay/Low Density Multifamily Residential (OPD/RM-12) zone,
and Planned Development Overlay/Neighborhood Public (OPD/P-1) zone.
(REZ18-00024)
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented a
power point. Alex Carrillo, Project Coordinator for Bedrock LLC, presented a power
point.
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Motion to give first consideration. Moved by R. Cole, seconded by J. Thomas.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims. Individual Council members expressed
their views. City Manager Fruin provided additional information.
Motion to accept correspondence from Valerie Mahoney, Kelcey Patrick-Ferree
x2, Shannon Patrick. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by M. Salih. Motion
Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims.
10.b. Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 3.2 acres of property located at
the northwest corner of Moss Ridge Road and Highway 1, from Interim
Development-Research Park (ID-RP)to Highway Commercial (CH-1). (REZ18-
00022)
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman
presented a power point. John Yapp, Allen Development, presented a power
point.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J. Thomas.
Motion Passed. (5 Ayes) Nays: Cole. Absent: Mims. Individual Council
members expressed their views. City Attorney Dilkes provided additional
information.
10.c. Ordinance rezoning property located at 416 Reno Street from Medium Density
Single-Family Residential Zone (RS-8) to RS-8 with a Historic District Overlay
((RS-8/OHD). (REZ1B-00021) (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims.
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 19-4775. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by R.
Cole. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims.
10.d. Ordinance rezoning property located at 1818 N. Dubuque Street from Low
Density Single-Family Residential Zone (RS-5)to RS-5 with a Historic District
Overlay(RS-5/OHD). (REZ18-00023) (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by M.
Salih. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims.
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 19-4776. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by M.
Salih. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims.
10.e. Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code of the Iowa City Code related
to clarification on code language in multiple sections. (ZCA18-0004)
(Second Consideration)
Motion to give second consideration. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (5 Ayes) Nays: Cole.Absent: Mims.
Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented information and power
point. UISG Liaison Stewart provided information. City Attorney Dilkes provided
additional information. Individual Council members expressed their views.
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Regular Formal Agenda
11. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction
of the Highway 1 Trail—Sunset Street to Mormon Trek Boulevard 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. City Engineer Havel presented information.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-37. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J. Thomas. Motion
Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims. Individual Council members expressed their views.
12. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction
of the West Riverbank Stabilization 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. City Engineer Havel presented information.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-38. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by M. Salih. Motion
Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims. Individual Council members expressed their views.
13. Ordinance amending Title 17, Chapter 1, Building Code, by adopting the
International Building Code, 2018 edition, including Appendix K, and the
International Residential Code, 2018 edition, including Appendix F and
Appendix J, and providing for certain amendments thereof; adopting section
103.6(1)(a) of the Code of Iowa (the state electrical code) and section 105.4(1)
(a) of the Code of Iowa (the state plumbing and mechanical codes); to provide
for the protection of the health,welfare and safety of the residents of Iowa City,
Iowa. (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims.
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 19-4777. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by M.
Salih. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims. Individual Council members expressed
their views.
14. Ordinance amending Title 7, Chapter 1, Fire Prevention and Protection, by
adopting the 2018 edition of the International Fire Code to regulate and govern
the safeguarding of life and property from fire, explosion, life safety risks, or
health hazards. (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims.
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 19-4778. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by M.
Salih. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims.
15. Ordinance amending Title 8, "Police Regulations", Chapter 8, "Community
Police Review Board", to provide for changes in procedure and enhance
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opportunities for conversation when the conclusions of the police chief and the
Board differ. (First Consideration)
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by M. Salih.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims. City Attorney Dikes provided additional
information. Individual Council members expressed their views.
16. Ordinance providing that general property taxes levied and collected each year
on certain property located within the Moss Ridge Urban Renewal Area, 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 Moss Ridge Urban Renewal Plan. (First Consideration)
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by R. Cole.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims. Economic Development Coordinator Ford
provided information. Individual Council members expressed their views.
17. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign and manage separate
Automatic Aid Agreements with the cities of Coralville and North Liberty to
render mutual aid in building fire calls.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-39. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by R. Cole.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims. Eric Nurnberg, Deputy Fire Chief, presented
information.
18. Resolution assessing $300.00 civil penalty against Kum &Go#422
A hearing was held. Officer Faulkcon, Iowa City Police Department, presented information.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-40. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by B Teague.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims.
20. Resolution ratifying the settlement of impending litigation
Motion to approve Resolution 19-41. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by B Teague.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims.
21. City Council Committee Appointments
21.a. Civil Service Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, Upon
appointment-April 4, 2022. (Emily Bushman removed)
Motion to appoint Stephanie Houser. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by R.
Cole. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
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22. Announcement of Vacancies - New
Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional notices after the initial
announcement; but will continue to advertise vacancies on the City website and Council
agenda. More information may be found on the City website or in the City Clerk's office.
Telecommunications Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired
term. Upon appointment - June 30, 2021. (Kyle Paterson resigned)
Correspondence included in Council packet.
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, March 5, 2019.
23. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional notices after the initial
announcement; but will continue to advertise vacancies on the City website and Council
agenda. More information may be found on the City website or in the City Clerk's office.
Housing & Community Development Commission - One vacancy to fill
an unexpired plus three-year term. Upon appointment - June 30, 2022.
(Bob Lamkins resigned, term expires)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, March 5, 2019.
Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, Upon
appointment - December 31, 2020. (Tim Weitzel resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, February 12, 2019.
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020. (Formerly advertised)
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023. (New full term)
Historic Preservation Commission (E. College St) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2021. (Term expired for Esther Baker)
Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2016 - June 30, 2019. (New District formed)
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
24. Community Comment
The following individuals appeared: Gustave Stewart, UISG Liaison, regarding UISG
updates.
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25. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming meetings,
community events, and items of interest.
26. Report on Items from City Staff
a. City Manager-Assistant to the City Manager Andrew provided a brief update on
this year's State legislative session. Assistant City Manager Monroe noted she
would be speaking at the KXIC Radio morning show regarding the 2020 Census.
b. City Attorney
c. City Clerk
27. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn meeting at 9:20 p.m. Moved by R. Cole, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Mims.
J es A. Throgmorton, Mayor
Kellie K. Fruehling, C. Clerk
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