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Summary of Minutes
August 6, 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, Salih, Taylor,
Teague, Thomas, Throgmorton. Staff members present: Fruin, Monroe, Andrew, Dilkes,
Fruehling, Hightshoe, Sitzman, Knoche, Havel, Sovers, Whitmore, Nagle-Gamm, Ralston,
Seydell-Johnson, Dulek, Platz. UISG: Wu.
Call to Order
Statement by Mayor Throgmorton regarding the recent mass shootings.
2. Proclamations
2.a. American Wind Week
2.b. Water and Wastewater Workers Week -Accepted by Water Superintendent Kevin
Slutts and Wastewater Superintendent Tim Wilkey.
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. Work Session Minutes: July 16, 2019
3.b. Regular Formal Summary of Minutes: July 16, 2019
3.c. Joint Work Session Minutes: July 24, 2019
4. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
4.a. Airport Commission: June 20
4.b. Board of Adjustment: May 8
4.c. Community Police Review Board: June 11
4.d. Housing and Community Development Commission: June 20
4.e. Human Rights Commission: July 3
4.f. Library Board of Trustees: June 27
4.g. Planning and Zoning Commission: June 6
4.h. Planning and Zoning Commission: June 20
41 Public Art Advisory Committee: June 6
4.j. Senior Center Commission: May 16
4.k. Telecommunications Commission: June 24
5. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
5.a. Liquor License - Renewals
1. Class C Liquor License for High Energy Food Concepts
Inc., dba Martini's, 127 E. College St.
2. Outdoor Service Area for High Energy Food Concepts Inc., dba
Martini's, 127 E. College St.
3. Special Class C Liquor License for Silver Asklof L.L.C., dba nodo
Downtown, 5 S. Dubuque St.
4. Class C Beer Permit for Delimart Properties, Inc., dba Deli Mart #1,
525 Hwy 1 West
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5. Class C Beer Permit for Delimart Properties, Inc., dba Deli Mart #5,
206 E. Benton St.
6. Class C Liquor License for AKA White, Inc., dba The Summit
Restaurant and Bar, 10 S. Clinton St.
7. Class C Liquor License for Caffrey IC, Inc., dba Iowa City
Fieldhouse, 118 S. Dubuque St.
8. Outdoor Service Area for TLC Omnibus, Inc., dba Dandy Lion, 111
S. Dubuque St.
9. Class C Beer Permit for Delimart Properties, Inc., dba Deli Mart #2,
1920 Lower Muscatine Rd.
10. Class C Liquor License for Chackalackal Inc., dba One Twenty Six,
126 E. Washington St.
11. Class C Liquor License for Immerfall Investments, LLC, dba
Donnelly's, 110 E. College St.
12. Class C Beer Permit for Delimart Properties, Inc., dba Deli Mart #3,
2410 Mormon Trek Blvd.
13. Class C Liquor License for George's Buffet, Inc., dba George's
Buffet, 312 E. Market St.
14. Outdoor Service Area for George's Buffet, Inc., dba George's
Buffet, 312 E. Market St.
15. Class C Beer Permit for ND Express, Inc., dba J&S Express, 2221
Rochester Ave.
16. Class C Liquor License for Eckhardt Management, Inc., dba 2 Dogs
Pub, 1705 S. 1 st Ave.
17. Class C Liquor License for Red Bike Iowa City LLC, dba Billy's
High Hat Diner, 630 Iowa Ave.
18. Special Class C Liquor License for Osaka House LLC, dba Osaka
House, 122 E. Washington St.
19. Class C Liquor License for Gabe's Oasis, L.L.C., dba Gabe's, 330
E. Washington St.
20. Outdoor Service Area for Gabe's Oasis, L.L.C., dba Gabes, 330 E.
Washington St.
5.b. Liquor License — Ownership Change
1. Class C Liquor License for Red Bike Iowa City LLC, dba Billy's
High Hat Diner, 630 Iowa Ave.
6. Resolutions and Motions
6.a. Resolution Naming Depositories (Resolution 19-189)
6.16. Resolution authorizing the procurement of water meters for the City's
Water Division for Fiscal Year 2020. (Resolution 19-190)
6.c. Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of In -Car and Body Worn Camera
Software and Hardware Solution for the Iowa City Police Department.
(Resolution 19-191)
6.d. Resolution authorizing the procurement of two (2) wheel loaders for
Landfill Operations. (Resolution 19-192)
6.e. Resolution authorizing the procurement of tree and stump removal
under the Tree and Stump Removal Services Contract. (Resolution 19-193)
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6.f. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a chapter 28E
agreement between the City of Iowa City and the Iowa City Community
School District for the use of North Market Square Park. (Resolution 19-194)
6.g. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a Resource
Enhancement and Protection (REAP) grant application for the Ned
Ashton House and to sign a grant agreement if awarded. (Resolution 19-195)
6.h. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to submit a Resource
Enhancement and Protection (REAP) grant application for Terry
Trueblood Recreation Area and to sign a grant agreement if awarded.
(Resolution 19-196)
6.1. Resolution approving a concession agreement with Fin & Feather H2O
LLC for the provision of recreational rental equipment and food services
at Terry Trueblood Recreation Area and extending the term of the
current concession agreement. (Resolution 19-197)
6.j. Resolution amending the budgeted positions in the Neighborhood and
Development Services Department by deleting one full-time
Administrative Secretary position and adding one full-time Development
Services Assistant position and amending the AFSCME pay plan by
adding the position Development Services Assistant to grade 4.
(Resolution 19-198)
6.k. Resolution amending the budgeted positions in the Recreation Division
of the Parks and Recreation Department by deleting one full-time
Recreation Program Supervisor position and adding one full-time
Assistant Recreation Superintendent position and amending the
Administrative pay plan by adding the position Assistant Recreation
Superintendent. (Resolution 19-199)
6.1. Resolution accepting the work for the sanitary sewer, water main,
improvements for 101 Lusk Avenue, and declaring public improvements
open for public access and use. (Resolution 19-200)
6.m. Resolution accepting the work for the water main public improvements
for Lacina Meadows Water Main Extension, and declaring public
improvements open for public access and use. (Resolution 19-201)
6.n. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest an
agreement between the City of Iowa City and Southwestco Wireless,
Inc., d/b/a Verizon Wireless, for use of public right-of-way for the
installation, operation and maintenance of electrical transmission lines to
facilitate operation of small wireless facilities. (Resolution 19-202)
6.0. Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the
City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the City Hall Boiler and
BAS Improvements Project. (Resolution 19-203)
6.p. Resolution accepting the work for the 2016 Washington Street
Streetscape Project — Clinton Street to Linn Street. (Resolution 19-204)
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6.q. Resolution accepting the work for the Melrose Avenue Fiber Optic
Extension Project. (Resolution 19-205)
6.r. Resolution accepting the work for the Park Accessibility Improvements
Project 2018. (Resolution 19-206)
6.s. Resolution accepting the work for the Landfill Cell FY18 — 2019 Repairs
Project. (Resolution 19-207)
6.t. Resolution accepting the work for the Curb Ramp 2018 Project.
(Resolution 19-208)
6.u. Resolution approving, authorizing and directing the Mayor to sign and
the City Clerk to attest the Iowa Department of Transportation funding
agreement for the replacement of the Gilbert Street Bridge over Ralston
Creek. (Resolution 19-209)
6.v. Resolution 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 Snyder and Associates, Inc. to provide engineering
consultant services for the Rochester Avenue Reconstruction Project.
(Resolution 19-210)
6.w. Resolution 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 McClure Engineering Company to provide engineering
consultant services for the Benton Street Rehabilitation Project.
(Resolution 19-211)
6.x. Resolution authorizing acceptance of STBG Funds from the Iowa
Department of Transportation and authorizing the Mayor to sign the
Project Agreement for the American Legion Road Improvements Project.
(Resolution 19-212)
6.y. Resolution 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 HR Green, Inc., of Cedar Rapids, Iowa to provide
engineering consultant services for the Riverfront Crossings District
Drainage Study. (Resolution 19-213)
6.z. June Disbursements 2019
7. Setting Public Hearings
7.a. Motion setting a public hearing for August 20, 2019 on an ordinance
rezoning approximately 36.81 acres of property located south of Scott
Boulevard and north of Tamarack Trail from Interim Development
Single -Family Residential (ID -RS) zone to Low Density Single -Family
Residential (RS -5) zone.
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8. Correspondence
8.a. Ann Drop: Road Construction and Police Department [Staff response included]
8.b. Carol deProsse: Two Reports [Staff response included]
8.c. Steve & Kitty Highly: Request for Special Session [Staff response included in
7/25 Info Packet #IP2]
8.d. Carol deProsse: Survey for Closed Request #20394
8.e. Rick Marolt: Restrict fireworks to the Fourth of July
8.f. Nancy Purington: Form Based Codes
8.g. Betsy Potter: Updates on Black Hawk Mini Park
8.h. Erica Kite: Public Instrument Permit
8.i. Adin Herr: Public Transit [Staff response included]
8.j. Establish No Parking Corner to Here Prohibition on Algonquin Road
8.k. Stop Sign on Willow Street at Brookside Drive
8.1. Establishment of 'No Parking Any Time' on Harrison Street
8.m. Competitive Quotation Memo
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve consent calendar (Items 3-8) as amended. Moved by
R. Cole, seconded by B Teague. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
9. Community Comment (items not on the agenda)
The following individuals appeared: Joe Martin regarding the dumpsters in Cole's
Mobile Home Court; Sheila Zeithamel regarding agenda items; Margarita Baltazar,
Jimmy Becker, Zulay Flores, Gustavo Flores, and Margarita Rodriguez regarding the
Forest View request for financial assistance; and Brandon Ross regarding affordable
housing.
10. Planning and Zoning Matters
10.a. 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). (Second
Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 19-4798. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by
J. Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.b. 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). (Second
Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 19-4799. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by
J. Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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10.c. 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) (Pass and Adopt)
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 19-4800. Moved by B Teague, seconded by
M. Salih. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Nays: Cole.
10.d. Resolution Approving the Preliminary and Final Plat of The Crossings
Phase Three Subdivision, Iowa City, Iowa.
Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented a power point. Individual
Council members expressed their views. City Attorney Dilkes provided additional
information. The following individuals appeared: Liz Maas, Sheila Zeithamel,
Randy Miller, and Brandon Ross.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-214. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M.
Salih. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Regular Formal Agenda
11. Resolution authorizing conveyance of 225 and 229 N. Gilbert Street to Public
Space One.
A public hearing was held. John Englebrecht appeared
Individual Council members expressed their views. Neighborhood and Development
Services Director Hightshoe provided additional information.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-215. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by R. Cole.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by R. Cole, seconded by B Teague.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
12. Ordinance amending Title 8, entitled "Police Regulations," Chapter 8, entitled
"Community Police Review Board," to create a City Council liaison. (First
Consideration)
The following individuals appeared: Charlie Eastham and Megan Alter. Individual
Council members expressed their views. After Council discussion, the original motion
was withdrawn by Cole.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by R. Cole, seconded by B Teague.
Motion Withdrawn. (0 Ayes)
Motion to give first consideration as amended. Moved by R. Cole, seconded
by B Teague. Motion Passed. (4 Ayes) Nays: Mims, Taylor, Throgmorton.
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13. Ordinance amending Title 9, Entitled "Motor Vehicles and Traffic," Chapter 3,
Entitled "Rules of the Road," Section 6, Entitled "Speed Restrictions," to
establish a 25 -mph speed limit on Dubuque Street from a point just north of the
intersection with Kimball Road north to a point 200 feet north of the intersection
with Ridge Road and 35 -mph from a point 200 feet north of the intersection
with Ridge Road north to the City limits. (First Consideration)
Transportation Planner Ralston presented information. The following individuals presented
a power point: Andrew McCubbin and David Dixon. Liz Maas appeared. Individual Council
members expressed their views. City Manager Fruin, City Attorney Dilkes and
Transportation Planner Ralston provided additional information.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih. Motion
Other. (0 Ayes)
Motion to defer indefinitely. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih. Motion
Passed. (6 Ayes) Nays: Cole.
14. Ordinance amending Title 9, Entitled "Motor Vehicles and Traffic," Chapters 1,
3, 4, 8 and 10 to enhance bicyclist safety, to prohibit dooring, to expand the
definition of electric assist bicycles, and to provide for the operation of electric
scooters and electric skateboards. (First Consideration)
Transportation Director Nagle-Gamm presented information. The following individuals
appeared: David Dixon, Liz Maas, and Sheila Zeithamel. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by B Teague, seconded by R. Cole.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
15. Ordinance 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 create a 20 mph school speed
zone for Lucas Elementary School and to remove a school speed zone for the
recently closed Herbert Hoover Elementary. (First Consideration)
Transportation Planner Ralston presented information. The following individuals
appeared: David Dixon and Liz Maas. Individual Council members expressed their
views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by B Teague, seconded by S. Mims. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
16. Ordinance amending Title 8, entitled "Police Regulations," Chapter 4, entitled
"Animal Services," to establish trap/neuter/return requirements for community
cats. (First Consideration)
Animal Services Supervisor Whitmore presented information. The following individuals
appeared: Howard Whittenberg, Dianne Rash, and Liz Maas. Individual Council
members expressed their views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by B Teague, seconded by S. Mims. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
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17. Resolution approving the Long -Term Deer Management Plan for the Years
2019 to 2024, rescinding Resolution No. 19-167, and authorizing the City
Manager to sign an agreement with White Buffalo, Inc.
City Manager Fruin provided information. The following individuals appeared:
Regenia Bailey, Jan Ashman, Ryan Maas, and Liz Maas. City Attorney Dilkes
provided additional information. Individual Council members expressed their
views.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-216. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by R. Cole.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Betty White, Mark McMullen and Pat Kamath.
Moved by R. Cole, seconded by B Teague. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
18. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest to
an agreement between the City of Iowa City and Nelson Nygaard
Consulting Associates Inc. for the contracting of transit planning services for a
comprehensive transit operations analysis and a 28E cost-sharing agreement
between the City of Iowa City, the City of Coralville, and the University of Iowa.
Transportation Director Nagle-Gamm presented information. City Manager
Fruin provided additional information. The following individual appeared: Liz Maas. Individual
Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-217. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by P. Taylor. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
19. Resolution declaring a climate crisis and requesting immediate and accelerated
action to address the climate crisis and limit global warming to 1.5 degrees
Celsius
Assistant City Manager Monroe presented information. The following individuals
appeared: Sheila Zeithamel, Liz Maas, and UISG Liaison Austin Wu. Individual Council
members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-218. Moved by R. Cole, seconded by M. Salih.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
20. Resolution approving a purchase agreement for Lot 10, Lindemann
Subdivision, Part Eight for landbanking for future affordable housing
Neighborhood & Development Services Director Hightshoe presented information.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-219. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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21. 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, 2020. (James Pierce
resigned) Correspondence included in Council packet.
Parks & Recreation Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term.
Upon appointment — December 31, 2022. (Luke
Foelsch resigned) Correspondence included in Council packet.
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 10,
2019.
Motion to accept correspondence from James Pierce and Luke Foelsch.
Moved by R. Cole, seconded by S. Mims. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
22. 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.
Historic Preservation Commission (Woodlawn) - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term. Effective upon appointment - June 30, 2021. (Lee Shope
resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, August 13, 2019.
Airport Zonina Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020. (Formerly advertised)
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)
Vacancies will remain open until filled
23. Community Comment
The following individual appeared: Austin Wu, UISG Liaison, regarding items 13 and 18.
24. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming meetings,
community events, and items of interest.
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25. Report on Items from City Staff
a. City Manager
b. City Attorney
C. City Clerk - City Clerk Fruehling introduced the new Deputy Clerk Ashley Platz.
26. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 10:45 pm. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih. Motion
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MEMORANDUM
Date: July 25, 2019
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, July 16, 2019, 5:00 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Cole, Mims, Salih (absent), Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Throgmorton
Staff: Fruin, Monroe, Andrew, Dilkes, Havel, Bockenstedt, Ford, Hightshoe, Seydell-Johnson,
Nagle-Gamm
(A transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.)
Consider a draft resolution on climate action and continue discussions on clan Driorities for the
near future
Mayor Throgmorton suggested ideas for proceeding to the review the proposed draft resolution on
climate action (Item IN in the July 11th Information Packet). Individual Council members expressed
their views. City Manager Fruin provided additional information.
Action: Staff will incorporate the changes to the climate resolution discussed by the City Council. A
revised resolution will be presented at the formal meeting on August 611
Clarification of Agenda Items
• Mayor Throgmorton noted that he may be making a statement at the formal meeting regarding
Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids targeting undocumented migrant parents and their
children.
•
[8.1/ 8.q]... Laurie Lyckholm: Letter to city Council regarding Deer Killing / Lori Kendrick: July 11th
NRC Meeting... Council member Cole asked for an update regarding deer management. City
Manager Fruin provided additional information. Individual Council members expressed their views.
• [8.c]... John Balmer: mccollister blvd... Council member Thomas noted the correspondence and
asked for confirmation on information pertaining to the project. City Manager Fruin provided
additional information. Individual Council members expressed their views.
• [8.e]... Jerry Ford: Fair and equitable city... Council member Teague read excerpts from the
correspondence received. Mayor Throgmorton noted minutes from the Housing & Community
Development Commission.
Information Packet Discussion [July 3, July 111
➢ July 3
1. (IP2, Memo from Transportation Planner: Evaluation plans for 4 - 3 lane conversions and
travel lane width reductions) Council member Thomas mentioned his appreciation for the
information provided in the memo. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Council Work Session
July 16, 2019
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➢ July 11
1. (IP6, Email from Mayor Throgmorton: Selection Committee for Alley RFP) Mayor
Throgmorton asked for input as to whether Council should participate on the selection
committee. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Action: Mayor Throgmorton will notify the ICDD of the Council's decision not to appoint a
member to their alley RFP committee.
2. (IP7, Memo from City Clerk: KXIC Radio Show) Council members signed up for upcoming
dates.
(IP5, Pending City Council Work Session Topics) Mayor Throgmorton stated that the
discussion regarding the development review process would be continued at the August 6t"
work session. City Manager Fruin stated that the August 61" special formal meeting will start
at 4:00 p.m. with the evaluation of the Council -appointed staff members.
3. (IP8, Memo from Resource Management Superintendent: Waste minimization programs
update) Mayor Throgmorton requested additional information regarding the recycling
program.
Action: Staff will provide a memo to the City Council answering the question about how
much of the City's recyclable materials are actually recycled by our processor versus what
might be lost due to contamination or other causes.
4. (IP9, Email to the Resource Management Superintendent regarding Peninsula Solid Waste
Collection: Chad Diefenderfer, Kelsey Hampton) Mayor Throgmorton asked for a brief
update. City Manager Fruin provided the information.
5. (IP13, Housing & Community Development Commission: June 20) Mayor Throgmorton
noted the minutes and presumed the Commission would send recommendations.
Council updates on assigned boards, commissions and committees
Council members reported on various assigned boards, commissions and committees.
Adjourn 6:26 p.m.
Item Number: 3.b.
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Summary of Minutes
July 16, 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,Havel, Kubly, Nagle-Gamm, Hightshoe, Sitzman, Ford
Call to Order
Statement by Mayor Throgmorton regarding Council member Salih and Immigration
and Customs Enforcement raids targeting undocumented migrant parents and their
children.
2. Proclamations
2.a. Americans with Disabilities Act Anniversary Day
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. Regular Formal Summary of Minutes: July 2, 2019
3.b. Work Session Minutes: July 2, 2019
4. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
4.a. Library Board of Trustees: May 23
4.b. Housing & Community Development Commission: May 16
4.c. Parks & Recreation Commission: May 8
5. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
5.a. Liquor
License - Renewals
1.
Special Class C Liquor License for Soskie LLC, dba Soseki, 227 S.
Dubuque St.
2.
Class C Liquor License for Orchard Green Inc., dba Orchard Green
Restaurant, 521 S. Gilbert St.
3.
Class E Liquor License for Hartig Drug Co. Inc., dba Hartig Drug
Store #10, 701 Mormon Trek Blvd.
4.
Class C Liquor License for I.C. Mill Associates, LLC, dba Mill
Restaurant, 120 E. Burlington St.
5.
Outdoor Service Area for I.C. Mill Associates, LLC, dba Mill
Restaurant, 120 E. Burlington St.
6.
Class B Liquor License for Riverfront Crossing Hospitality, bda
Hyatt Place Iowa City, 255 E. Court St.
7.
Outdoor Service Area for Riverfront Crossing Hospitality, dba Hyatt
Place Iowa City, 255 E. Court St.
8.
Special Class C Liquor License for 168 Ilc, dba Szechuan House,
320 E. Burlington St.
9.
Class B Beer Permit for Jimmy Jack's Inc., dba Jimmy Jack's Rib
Shack, 1940 Lower Muscatine Rd.
10.
Outdoor Service Area for Jimmy Jack's Inc., dba Jimmy Jack's Rib
Shack, 1940 Lower Muscatine Rd.
July 16, 2019
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5.b. Liquor License -New
1. Class B Beer Permit for Iowa City Fall Fun Festival Inc., dba Regina
Catholic Education Center, 2140 Rochester Ave.
2. Class B Beer Permit for Freshmex Iowa City, LLC, dba Pancheros
Mexican Grill, 965 S. Riverside Dr.
6. Resolutions and Motions
6.a. Motion to approve disbursements in the amount of $25,142,337.16 for
the period of May 1 through May 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.
6.b. Resolution 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 Anderson -Bogert Engineers & Surveyors, Inc. to provide
engineering consultant services for the Melrose Avenue / IWV Road —
Highway 218 to Hebl Avenue Improvements Project. (Resolution 19-176)
6.c. Resolution authorizing the procurement of three (3) ADA Accessible
Vehicles for the Transportation Services Department. (Resolution 19-177)
6.d. Resolution accepting the work for the Flood Plain Demolition Project
(Resolution 19-178)
6.e. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest the
Iowa Department of Transportation Agreement No. 2019-16-153 for the
Burlington and Madison Intersection Improvements Project.
(Resolution 19-179)
6.f. Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the
City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Asphalt
Resurfacing 2019 Project. (Resolution 19-180)
6.g. Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the
City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Riverfront
Crossings Park, Phase 4 Project. (Resolution 19-181)
6.h. Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the
City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Rochester Avenue
Sidewalk Infill Project. (Resolution 19-182)
6.i. Resolution accepting the work for the street, storm sewer, and water
main public improvements for Breckenridge Apartments, 707 S Dubuque
Street, Riverfront Crossings Development located on Lots 1 and 2,
Block 17, County Seat Addition, and declaring public improvements
open for public access and use. (Resolution 19-183)
6.j. Resolution accepting payment of $1,500.00 civil penalty, a sixty-day
suspension and waiver of right to hearing from Deli Mart #1.
(Resolution 19-184)
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7. Setting Public Hearings
7.a. Resolution setting public hearing for August 6, 2019 on a proposal to
convey 225 and 229 N. Gilbert Street to Public Space One.
(Resolution 19-185)
8. Correspondence
8.a. South District Bike Rodeo: Bob Oppliger, Angie Jordan
8.b. Anne Duggan: Bike Accommodations at College and Gilbert streets
8.c. John Balmer: mccollister blvd
8.d. Matthew Deforest: IC Pet Stores
8.e. Jeffery Ford: Fair and equitable city
8.f. Betsy Potter: Selection Committee for Alley RFP
8.g. Megan Alter: results of survey - what should go into Lucky's space [Staff
response included]
8.h. Establishment of a parking prohibition on Guildford Court
8.i. Establishment of Sunday parking on Gilbert Street across from the
Chauncey.
8.j. Install (2) "Stop" signs at the intersections of Lower West Branch Road
with Danielle Street and Kenneth Drive.
8.k. Install (2) "Yield" signs at the intersection of Olivia Court and Danielle
Street.
8.1. Laurie Lyckholm: Letter to city Council regarding Deer Killing
8.m. Susannah Neal: East Iowa City [Staff response included]
8.n. Donald Baxter(x2): Curb cuts and ramps in the new Gateway Park [Staff
response included]
8.0. Mary Gravitt (x2): Iowa City Public Library Complaint [Staff response
included]
8.p. Foster Road Area/Peninsula Solid Waste Collection: Timothy Gaffney [Staff
response included], Christina Sturtevant [Staff response included]
8.q. Lori Kendrick: July 11th NRC Meeting
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve consent calendar (Items 3-8) as amended. Moved by S.
Mims, seconded by B Teague. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
9. Community Comment (items not on the agenda)
The following individuals appeared: Brandon Ross regarding downtown pianos in
need of repair and Chauncey Swan park; Adil Adams regarding the Day of Diversity
event; and Martha Norbeck regarding Climate Crisis.
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10. Planning and Zoning Matters
10.a. 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).
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 R. Cole, seconded by J. Thomas.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
10.b. 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).
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman
presented a power point. City Manager Fruin provided additional information.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J. Thomas.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
10.c. 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) (Second Consideration)
Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented information. Individual
Council members expressed their views. Keith Weggen, Civil Design Advantage
and Siobhan Harman, Kum and Go provided additional information.
Motion to give second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (5 Ayes) Nays: Cole. Absent: Salih.
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
10.d. 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) (Pass and Adopt)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 19-4797. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by
R. Cole. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
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Regular Formal Agenda
11. Resolution approving the conveyance of a utility easement to Central Iowa
Power Cooperative.
A public hearing was held. City Manager Fruin provided information. Individual
Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-186. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by R. Cole.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
12. Resolution determining an area of the city to be a combination economic
development and blight area, and that the rehabilitation, conservation,
redevelopment, development, or a combination thereof, of such area is
necessary in the interest of the public health, safety or welfare of the residents
of the city; designating such area as appropriate for an urban renewal project;
and adopting the Forest View Urban Renewal Plan therefor.
A public hearing was held. Economic Development Coordinator Ford presented a
power point. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-187. Moved by B Teague, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
13. Ordinance amending Title 8, entitled "Police Regulations," Chapter 8, entitled
"Community Police Review Board," to create a City Council liaison. (First
Consideration)
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by B Teague, seconded by J. Thomas.
Individual Council members expressed their views. After further discussion a second
motion was made.
Motion to defer first consideration to 8/6. Moved by R. Cole, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (4 Ayes) Nays: Mims, Taylor. Absent: Salih.
14. Resolution approving a purchase agreement for a duplex property located at
1232-1234 Sandusky Drive for the South District Home Investment Partnership
Program.
Neighborhood Services Coordinator Kubly presented information. Martha Norbeck appeared.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 19-188. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by B
Teague. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
15. Council Appointments
15.a. Housing & Community Development Commission - One vacancy to fill
an unexpired term. Effective upon appointment - June 30, 2021. (Mitchell
Brouse resigned)
Motion to appoint Peggy Aguilar to the Housing & Community
Development Commission. Moved by B Teague, seconded by R. Cole.
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Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
16. 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.
Historic Preservation Commission (Woodlawn) - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term. Effective upon appointment - June 30, 2021. (Lee Shope
resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, August 13, 2019.
Airport Zoning Board of Adiustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020. (Formerly advertised)
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)
Vacancies will remain open until filled
17. Community Comment
The following individuals appeared: Austin Wu, UISG Liaison, regarding UISG updates.
18. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming meetings,
community events, and items of interest.
19. Report on Items from City Staff
a. City Manager - City Manager Fruin summarized the July 7th meeting
with Iowa City realtors and landlords. Assistant City Manager Monroe
provided information and encouraged participation in the Council
budget and strategic plan priority survey.
b. City Attorney
C. City Clerk
20. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 8:50 pm. Moved by R. Cole,/s�e onded b B Tea e. Motion Passed.
(6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
Jdmes A. Throgmorton,7Payor
Kellie K. Fruehling, City C
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Joint Work Session Minutes: July 24, 2019
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MEMORANDUM
Date: July 29, 2019
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, July 24, 2019, 5:00 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council: Cole, Mims (absent), Salih (absent), Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Throgmorton
Staff: Fruin, Monroe, Dilkes, Fruehling, Hightshoe, Sitzman, Russett, Heitner, Hektoen
(A transcription and PowerPoint are available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.)
Joint Meeting with the Planning & Zoning Commission
Planning & Zoning Commission members present: Mike Hensch (Chair), Max Parsons (Vice Chair),
Carolyn Dryer, Mark Signs, Billie Townsend
Mayor Throgmorton welcomed Planning & Zoning members and Opticos staff and summarized the
items for discussion.
City Manager Fruin stated the two objectives for the meeting: (1) Provide an update on the three main
elements of the scope of work the City has with Opticos, (2) Review of the Development Review
process, and made brief comments on each.
Tony Perez, Director of Form -Based Coding, from Opticos Design Inc. presented a power point on the
following:
• Update on the South District Form Based Code
• Overview of the Review of the Riverfront Crossings Form Based Code
• Review of Ronalds Street Missing Middle Housing Concepts
• Discussion on the Development Review Process
Discussion by City Council and Planning & Zoning members.
Adjourn 7:03 p.m.