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Summary of Minutes
July 2, 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, Mims, Taylor, Teague,
Thomas, Throgmorton. Absent: Salih. Staff members present: Fruin, Monroe, Andrew,
Dilkes, Fruehling, Knoche, Sovers, Seydell-Johnson, Nagle-Gamm, Whitmore, Fleagle.
1. Call to Order
Beginning of Consent Calendar (Items 2 — 7)
Consider adoption of the Consent Calendar as presented or amended
2. Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk)
2.a. June 18, Work Session minutes
2.b. June 18, Regular Formal Summary of Minutes
3. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
3.a. Airport Commission: April 18
3.b. Airport Commission: May 16
3.c. Historic Preservation Commission: May 9
3.d. Historic Preservation Commission: May 23
3.e. Human Rights Commission: May 15
V. Human Rights Commission: May 21
3.g. Public Art Advisory Committee: May 2
3.1h. Senior Center Commission: April 18
31 Telecommunications Commission: April 22
4. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
4.a. Liquor License — Ownership Change
1. Special Class C Liquor License for 168 Ilc, dba Szechuan House,
320 E. Burlington St.
4.b. Liquor License — Renewals
1. Class C Liquor License for One Louder LLC, dba Micky's Irish Pub,
11 S. Dubuque St.
2. Class C Liquor License for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Market Cafe,
812 S. 1 st Ave.
3. Class C Liquor License for Big Grove Iowa City LLC, dba Big
Grove Brewery and Tap Room, 1225 S. Gilbert St.
4. Outdoor Service Area for Big Grove Iowa City LLC, dba Big Grove
Brewery & Tap Room, 1225 S. Gilbert St.
5. Class E Liquor License for Kum & Go LC, dba Kum & Go #422, 731
S. Riverside Dr.
6. Class E Liquor License for Kum & Go LC, dba Kum & Go #53, 955
Mormon Trek Blvd.
7. Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Aerie No 695 Fraternal,
dba Fraternal Order of Eagles, Iowa City Aerie #695, 225 Hwy 1 W.
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8. Outdoor Service Area for Iowa City Aerie No 695 Fraternal, dba
Fraternal Order of Eagles, Iowa City Aerie #695, 225 Hwy 1 W.
9. Class C Liquor License for Sun Enterprise LLC, dba Oryza Asian
Cuisine, 5 Sturgis Corner Dr. #1000
10. Class E Liquor License for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Drugstore, 310
N. 1 st Ave.
4.c. Liquor License — New
1. Class B Beer Permit for City of Iowa City, dba Riverfront Crossing
Grand Opening Celebration, 1101 S. Clinton St.
5. Resolutions and Motions
5.a. Resolution authorizing the renewal of the contract for Police Records
Management Software. (Resolution 19-168)
5.b. Resolution Approving 2020 Inter -fund Transfers. (Resolution 19-169)
5.c. Resolution amending the budgeted positions in the Iowa City Public
Library by deleting one .63 FTE Library Clerk position, deleting one .5
FTE Library Assistant II position, and adding two .5 FTE (1.0 FTE total)
Library Assistant III positions. (Resolution 19-170)
5.d. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest the
FY2020 Agreement between the City of Iowa City and the City of University
Heights for the provision of transit service within the corporate limits of
University Heights. (Resolution 19-171)
5.e. Resolution Approving the Iowa City Transit Title VI and Limited English
Proficiency Plan and rescinding Resolution No. 16-70. (Resolution 19-172)
6. Setting Public Hearings
6.a. Motion setting a public hearing for July 16 on an ordinance rezoning
approximately 0.10 acres of property from Central Business Service
(CB -2) to CB -2 with a Historic District Overlay (CB-2/OHD) for the
property located at 225 North Gilbert Street (REZ19-06).
6.b. Motion setting a public hearing for July 16 on an ordinance rezoning
approximately 0.09 acres of property from Central Business Service
(CB -2) to CB -2 with a Historic District Overlay (CB-2/OHD) for property
located at 229 North Gilbert Street (REZ19-05).
6.c. Resolution of intent to consider the proposed conveyance of a utility
easement to Central Iowa Power Cooperative and setting a public
hearing thereon for July 16, 2019. (Resolution 19-173)
7. Correspondence
7.a. Clinton Street Bike Lanes: Feather Lacy [Staff response included], Anne
Duggan, Liz Hubing, Larry Fitzpatrick
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7.15. Mary Gravitt: Street work on College Street
7.c. Deer Management: Caroline Dieterle (x3), Christian Schoon, Allison
Jaynes, Florence Boos, Laurie Crawford (x2), Christine Nelson, Dawn
Frary, Diane Kohl, Lori Kendrick
7.d. Mary Gravitt: Iowa City Transit Cut-backs
7.e. Audrey Wiedemeier: Bicycling and diversity in Iowa City
7.f. Dan Gable: Safety in our schools and community
7.g. Carol deProsse: Several questions [Staff response included]
7.h. Fred Meyer: Robert A. Lee Cherry Tree
Ti. Martha Norbeck (x3): Climate Action Community Coordinator
7.j. Mary Gravitt: Metal frame in front of Old Capital Mall
7.k. Trap, Neuter, Release (TNR): Laurie Crawford, Amy Holcomb, Bernard
Sorofman, Liz Ford, Jody Bailey, Amy McBeth
7.1. Jerry Schnoor: Climate Change
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve consent calendar (Items 2-7) as amended. Moved by S.
Mims, seconded by R. Cole. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
8. Community Comment (items not on the agenda)
The following individuals appeared: Ann Hewin, Aisha Kazembe, and Martha Norbeck
regarding Climate Crisis; Megan Alter regarding Lucky's pace survey; Jan Ashman,
Johnson County Humane Society, and Lori Kendrick regarding Trap, Neuter Release
(TNR); and Blair Frank regarding Climate Action Plan/Local Foods and the proposed bike
share parking at the corner of the Robert A. Lee Recreation Center.
9. Planning and Zoning Matters
9.a. Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code, to modify the provisional and
special exception approval criteria regarding the distance separation between
fuel dispensing equipment and residential zones for quick vehicle services
uses. (ZCA19-01)
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented a
power point. Keith Weggen, Civil Design Advantage LLC, appeared. Individual
Council members expressed their views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J. Thomas. Motion
Passed. (4 Ayes) Nays: Cole, Teague. Absent: Salih.
9.b. Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 1.75 acres of land located at
the northwest corner of Benton Street and Orchard Street from Medium Density
Single -Family Residential (RS -8) to Riverfront Crossings- Orchard (RFC -0).
(REZ18-00019) (Second Consideration)
Motion to give second consideration. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by B
Teague. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
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9.c. Ordinance conditionally rezoning 0.20 acres of land located at the southwest
corner of E. 1st St. and S. Gilbert St. from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) to
Riverfront Crossings South Gilbert (RFC -SG) (REZ19-4). (Second
Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 19-4796. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
Motion to accept correspondence from Randy Miller. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by
B Teague. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
9.d. Resolution approving the preliminary and final plats of Capital Subdivision,
Iowa City, Iowa. [Deferred from 6/4 and 6/18 meetings]
Motion to approve Resolution 19-174. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by B. Teague.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih. Development Services Coordinator
Sitzman presented a power point. Matha Norbeck appeared. Individual Council
members expressed their views.
Regular Formal Agenda
10. Resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of
cost for the construction of the City Hall Boiler and BAS 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
information. Individual Council members expressed their views. Martha Norbeck
appeared.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-175. Moved by R. Cole, seconded by B Teague.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
11. Council Appointments
1 Ca. Telecommunications Commission - One vacancy to fill a three-year term.
July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2022. (Term expires for Paul Gowder)
11.b. Airport Commission -One vacancy to fill a four-year term, July 1, 2019 -
June 30, 2023. (Term expires for Minnetta Gardinier)
Motion to appoint Andrew Austin to the Telecommunications Commission
and Scott Clair to the Airport Commission. Moved by R. Cole, seconded by B
Teague. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
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12. 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.
Historic Preservation Commission (Woodlawn) - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term. Effective upon appointment - June 30, 2021. (Lee Shope
resigned) Correspondence included in Council packet.
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, August 13, 2019.
Motion to accept correspondence from Lee Shope. Moved by B
Teague, seconded by R. Cole. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
13. 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 term. Effective upon appointment - June 30, 2021. (Mitchell
Brouse resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, July 9, 2019.
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020. (Formerly advertised)
Historic Preservation Commission (E. College SO - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2021. (Term expired for Esther
Baker)
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
14. Community Comment - No one appeared.
15. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming meetings,
community events, and items of interest.
16. Report on Items from City Staff
a. City Manager
b. City Attorney
C. City Clerk
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17. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 8:20pm. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by B Teague.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih. /
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J es A. Throgmo on, Mayor
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Kellie K. Fruehling, Ty Clerk
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MEMORANDUM
Date: June 26, 2019
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, June 18, 2019, 5:00 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Cole, Mims, Salih (absent), Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Throgmorton
Staff: Fruin, Monroe, Andrew, Dulek, Fruehling, Matherly, Brotherton, Havel, Seydell-Johnson,
Hall, Hightshoe, Rackis, Nagle -Lamm
(A transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.)
Review 2018 Police Department traffic stop data with Dr. Chris Barnum
Police Chief Matherly summarized how the Police Department uses the information from the traffic stop
data and introduced Dr. Chris Barnum. Dr. Barnum presented a power point and summarized
information regarding the traffic stop data. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Action: Staff will post Dr. Barnum's report online and share it with the Community Police Review Board.
Clarification of Agenda Items
• [8.a]... Zoning code text amendment related to separation distance requirement for fuel dispensing
equipment ... Mayor Pro tem Taylor asked if the Fire Department could send a memo with their
opinion on what a safe distance is.
Action: Staff will provide a short memo to Council outlining their views on the proposed text
amendment regarding separation requirements for fueling stations.
• [8.c]... Establish urban renewal area... Mayor Throgmorton had questions on the boundaries of the
urban renewal area. City Manager Fruin provided additional information.
• [9.g]... Derrius Epic: Landlord scam ... Mayor Pro tem Taylor questioned the fee charged for a
background check. Assistant City Attorney Dulek provided information.
• [9.e]... Ann Christenson: Climate Crisis... Mayor Throgmorton noted a suggestion made regarding
climate -related actions the City could take.
• [9.h]... Community Review Board: Proposed amendment to Ordinance & By -Laws... Mayor
Throgmorton mentioned the proposed amendment from the Community Police Review Board.
Assistant City Attorney Dulek provided information. Individual Council members expressed their
views.
Information Packet Discussion [June 6, June 131
➢ June 6
1. (IP4, Iowa City 2018-2019 Strategic Plan Report) Council member Mims thanked staff for
the update.
Council Work Session
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2. (IP2, Information from Mayor Throgmorton - Articles: Combatting a Nationwide Shortage of
Affordable Housing and In Grand Rapids, Neighborhoods are the Cornerstone of Racial
Equity) Council member Teague asked Council and Community members to continue to
look at solutions to create affordable housing opportunities.
3. (IP3, Information from City Manager: Iowa City Automated Vehicles Adaption and Equity
Plan, U. of I. Office of Outreach and Engagement) Mayor Throgmorton stated he was
pleased with the quality of the information provided. Individual Council members expressed
their views.
4. (IPS, Memo from City Clerk: Joint Meeting Agenda Items for July 15) Council members
discussed items for the joint entities meeting agenda.
Action: The City Clerk will submit two topics for the joint governments meeting; (1) Iowa City
hate crime ordinance; (2) updates from jurisdictions on various climate action efforts.
5. (IP7, Memo from Sustainability Coordinator: Update on Climate Action Grant Awards) Mayor
Throgmorton noted the nice mix of projects.
➢ June 13
1. (IP4, Pending City Council Work Session Topics) Mayor Throgmorton mentioned the July
2nd work session discussion will be regarding Climate Action.
2. (IP6, Memo from Parks & Recreation Director and Superintendent of Parks: Emerald Ash
Borer Treatment Update) Council member Thomas asked for clarification on figures from the
report. Parks & Forestry Superintendent Hall and City Manager Fruin provided additional
information. Individual Council members expressed their views.
3. (IP9, Article from City Manager: Everyone deserves a park within a 10 min walk from home)
Council member Teague noted the article and some of the information provided. Individual
Council members expressed their views. City Manager Fruin provided additional
information.
4. (IP7, Article from Council Member Thomas: Parking is important and not important) Council
member Thomas pointed out the relevance of the article to Iowa City. Individual Council
members expressed their views.
Council updates on assigned boards, commissions and committees
Council members reported on various assigned boards, commissions and committees.
Action: Council member Cole will substitute for Council member Salih on the upcoming mobile home
task force meeting.
Adjourn 6:37 p.m.
Item Number: 2.b.
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Summary of Minutes
June 18, 2019 - 7:00 PM
Iowa City City Council regular meeting, held in Emma J. Harvat Hall, 410 E Washington St.
Mayor Throgmodon presiding. Council members present: Cole, Mims, Taylor, Teague,
Thomas, Throgmorton. Absent: Salih. Staff members present: Fruin, Monroe, Andrew,
Dulek, Fruehling, Knoche, Reichert, Hightshoe, Sitzman.
Call to Order
2. Proclamations
2.a. Juneteenth National Freedom Day - Accepted by Human Rights Commission
member, Jeff Falk.
3. Special Presentations
3.a. RUN CRANDIC presentation - Presentation by Josh Schamberger and Monica Nieves
from the Iowa City/Coralville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau.
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. June 4, Work Session
4.b. June 4, Regular Formal Summary of Minutes
5. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
5.a. Board of Adjustment: April 10
5.15. Community Police Review Board: April 29
5.c. Community Police Review Board: May 14
5.d. Economic Development Commission: January 18
5.e. Historic Preservation Commission: April 11
5.f. Planning & Zoning Commission: May 16
6. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
6.a. Liquor License — Renewals
1. Class C Liquor License for Alberhasky, David L., dba Dave's
Foxhead Tavern, 402 East Market St.
2. Class E Liquor License for Casey's Marketing Company, dba
Casey's General Store #3322, 1904 Broadway St.
3. Class E Liquor License for Casey's Marketing Company, dba
Casey's General Store #2781, 1410 Willow Creek Dr.
4. Class C Liquor License for Dublin Underground Inc., dba Dublin
Underground, The, 5 South Dubuque St.
5. Class B Liquor License for Graduate Iowa City Lessee LLC, dba
Graduate Iowa City, 210 S. Dubuque St.
6. Outdoor Service Area for Graduate Iowa City Lessee LLC, dba
Graduate Iowa City, 210 South Dubuque St.
7. Class C Beer Permit for Petroleum Services Company, dba
Hawkeye Convenience Stores, 2875 Commerce Dr.
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8. Special Class C Liquor License for Chansy Kantaphone, dba Thai
Spice Noodle House, 725 Mormon Trek Blvd.
9. Class C Liquor License for DTW Inc., dba T.C.B., 114 E. College St.
10. Class E Liquor License for John's Grocery, Inc., dba John's
Grocery, Inc., 401 E. Market St.
11. Class C Liquor License for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Market Cafe,
1720 Waterfront Dr
12. Outdoor Service Area for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Market Cafe,
1720 Waterfront Dr.
6.b. Liquor License — New
1. Class E Liquor License for Casey's Marketing Company, dba
Casey's General Store #3858, 370 Scott Ct.
6.c. Cigarette Permit — Renewals
1. Resolution to issue Cigarette Permits (see attached) - (Resolution 19-151)
6.d. Resolution to issue Cigarette Permits to the following:
1. Casey's Marketing Company, dba Casey's General Store #3858, 370
Scott Ct.
2. GoBrands, Inc., dba goPuff, 19907 Stevens Dr.
(Resolution 19-152)
Resolutions and Motions
7.a. April Disbursements 2019
7.b. Resolution accepting the work for the storm sewer, sanitary sewer,
water main, and paving public improvements for Lindemann Subdivision
Part 8, and declaring public improvements open for public access and
use. (Resolution 19-153)
7.c. Resolution accepting the work for the Villa Park and Highland Park
CDBG Improvements Project. (Resolution 19-154)
7.d. Resolution Authorizing the Renewal of the Electronics Transportation
and Recycling Contract for the City's Landfill Division. (Resolution 19-155)
7.e. Resolution amending the AFSCME pay plan and the budgeted positions
in the Communications Division of the City Manager's Office by
reclassifying the position of Special Projects Assistant - Cable TV from
grade 8 to grade 14 and changing the position job title to Media
Production Specialist. (Resolution 19-156)
7.f. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a loan agreement with IC
Housing Group, LLC for the Low Income Housing Tax Credit Project at
671 Nex Avenue. (Resolution 19-157)
7.g. Resolution adopting the Iowa City Housing Authority's Annual Plan for
Fiscal Year 2019. (Resolution 19-158)
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7.h. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest the
28E Agreement between the City of Iowa City and Johnson County for
the Mobility Coordinator position. (Resolution 19-159)
8. Setting Public Hearings
8.a. Motion setting a public hearing for Tuesday, July 2, 2019 on an ordinance
to amend Title 14, Zoning of the Iowa City Code to reduce the separation
distance requirement between fuel dispensing equipment and residential
zones for quick vehicle service uses in the CNA, CH -1, CIA, CC -2, CB -
2, and CB -5 zones. (ZCA19-01)
8.b. Resolution setting a public hearing on July 2, 2019 on plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the construction
of the City Hall Boiler and BAS 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 19-160)
8.c. Resolution determining the necessity of and setting dates of a
consultation (July 1) and public hearing (July 16) on a proposed Forest
View Urban Renewal Plan in the City of Iowa City, Iowa. (Resolution 19-161)
9. Correspondence
9.a. Judith Pfohl: Thank you
9.b. Tim Borchardt: Hate Crime Ordinance
9.c. Carol deProsse: Deer Control [Staff response included]
9.d. Mary Gravitt: Hole in brick sidewalk [Staff response included]
9.e. Ann Christenson: Climate Crisis
9.f. Mary Gravitt: Shutting down police station on east side
9.g. Derrius Epic: Landlord scam
9.h. Community Police Review Board: Proposed amendment to Ordinance &
By -Laws
9.i. Installation of (1) "No Parking Corner to Here" sign on the south side of
Friendship Street near the intersection with First Avenue.
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve consent calendar (Items 4-9) removing item 9h for
separate consideration. Moved by R. Cole, seconded by B Teague. Motion
Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by R. Cole, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
10. Community Comment (items not on the agenda)
The following individuals appeared: Massimo Piciotto-Biggers, Diego Piciotto-Biggers,
Braden Marker, Garrett Forbes, Yardley Whelan, Carla Piciotto, Brandon Ross, Mike
Carberry, Miriam Kashia, Sheila Zeithamel, Tom Carsner, Liz Maas, and Jeff Biggers
regarding the Climate Action Plan and Climate Emergency; Adil Adams regarding
Affordable Housing application; and Charlie Eastham regarding the Police Traffic Stop
study.
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Motion to accept correspondence from Miriam Kashia. Moved by R. Cole, seconded
by S. Mims. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
11. Planning and Zoning Matters
11.a. Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 1.75 acres of land located at
the northwest corner of Benton Street and Orchard Street from Medium Density
Single -Family Residential (RS -8) to Riverfront Crossings- Orchard (RFC -O).
(REZ18-00019)
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman
presented a power point. Brandon Ross appeared. Neighborhood &
Development Services Director Hightshoe provided additional information.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by R. Cole.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
11.b. Resolution vacating and conveying approximately 4,482 square feet of right-of-
way north of Benton Street west of Orchard Court to M&W Properties, subject
to a utility easement. (VAC19-01)
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman
presented a power point.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-162. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
11.c. Ordinance conditionally rezoning 0.20 acres of land located at the southwest
corner of E. 1st St. and S. Gilbert St. from Intensive Commercial (CI -1) to
Riverfront Crossings South Gilbert (RFC -SG) (REZ19-4).
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman
presented a power point. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by B Teague, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
11.d. Resolution approving the preliminary and final plats of Capital Subdivision,
Iowa City, Iowa. [Deferred from 6/4 meeting]
Motion to defer item to 7/2. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by B Teague.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
11.e. Resolution approving Preliminary Plat of Bluegrass Ridge subdivision, a 13.76 -
acre, 7 lot residential subdivision with one outlot located in unincorporated
Johnson County, south of American Legion Road and West of Wapsie Avenue
SE. (SUB19-06)
Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented a power point. Gina Landau,
MMS Consultants, appeared. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-163. Moved by B Teague, seconded by S.
Mims. Motion Passed. (5 Ayes) Nays: Cole. Absent: Salih.
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111 A recommendation to the Johnson County Board of Adjustment regarding a
Conditional Use Permit for 4059 Izaak Walton League Road SE. (CU19-01)
Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented a power point. Liz Maas
appeared.
Motion to approve. Moved by R. Cole, seconded by B Teague. Motion Passed.
(6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
Regular Formal Agenda
12. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction
of the Riverfront Crossings Park, Phase 4 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. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-164. Moved by B Teague, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
13. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction
of the Rochester Avenue Sidewalk Infill 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. Public Works Director Knoche presented information.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-165. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J. Thomas.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
14. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction
of the Asphalt Resurfacing 2019 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. No one appeared. Individual Council members expressed
their views. Civil Engineer Reichert provided additional information.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-166. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by B Teague.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
15. Ordinance amending Title 6, entitled "Police Regulations," Chapter 5, entitled
"Miscellaneous Offenses" to add Hate Crime as a criminal offense. (Second
Consideration)
Motion to give second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J. Thomas.
After discussion the original motion was withdrawn.
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by B Teague, seconded by S.
Mims. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
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The following individuals appeared: Jeffrey Morgan, IC Compassion; Pastor Anthony Smith,
New Creations Church; and Mark Pries. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 19-4795. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by R.
Cole. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
16. Resolution Approving the Long -Term Deer Management Plan for the Years
2019 to 2024.
Motion to approve. Moved by B Teague, seconded by R. Cole. After discussion the
original motion was withdrawn.
City Manager Fruin provided an overview. The following individuals appeared: Caroline
Dieterle, Erin Irish, and Gene Svymkowiak. Individual Council members expressed their
views and agreed to amend the deer management plan to include bow hunting in years 2-
5 as necessary to maintain the population target. The 'non -lethal deer management'
subheading will also be renamed to 'non -lethal deer related activities'.
Motion to approve as amended Resolution 19-167. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by R.
Cole. Motion Passed. (5 Ayes) Nays: Teague. Absent: Salih.
Motion to accept correspondence from Erin Irish. Moved by R. Cole, seconded by S.
Mims. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
17. 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.
Housina & Community Development Commission - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term. Effective upon appointment - June 30, 2021. (Mitchell Brouse
resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, July 9, 2019.
Airport Commission - One vacancy to fill a four-year term, July 1, 2019 -
June 30, 2023. (Term expires for Minnetta Gardinier)
Telecommunications Commission - One vacancy to fill a three-year term.
July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2022. (Term expires for Paul Gowder)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, June 25, 2019.
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020. (Formerly advertised)
Historic Preservation Commission (E. College SO - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2021. (Term expired for Esther Baker)
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
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18. Community Comment - No one appeared.
19. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming meetings,
community events, and items of interest.
20. Report on Items from City Staff
a. City Manager - None
b. City Attorney - None
C. City Clerk - None
21. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 10:03pm. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by B Teague. Motion
Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih. 6 tow
Ja es A. Throgmortoonnn Mayor
Kellie R. Fruehling, C ' Clerk
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