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Summary of Minutes
September 1, 2020 - 7:00 PM
Electronic Meeting (Pursuant to Iowa Code section 21.8) An electronic meeting was held
because a meeting in person was impossible or impractical due to concerns for the
health and safety of council members, staff and the public presented by COVID-19.
Iowa City City Council electronic regular meeting, held via Zoom Meeting Platform. Mayor
Teague presiding. Council members present: Bergus, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Teague, Thomas,
Weiner. Staff members present: Fruin, Monroe, Kilburg, Dilkes, Fruehling, Sitzman,
Bockenstedt, Fleagle, Knoche, Havel. UISG Longnecker, Van Heukelom.
Call to Order
2. Proclamations
2.a. Americans with Disabilities Act 30th Anniversary Day - Accepted by Sujit Singh.
2.b. Stono Rebellion - Accepted by Bijou Maliabo, Human Rights Commissioner.
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 Work Session Minutes: August 18
3.b. Regular Formal Summary of Minutes: August 18
4. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
4.a. Community Police Review Board: July 14
4.b. Housing & Community Development Commission: July 16
4.c. Planning & Zoning Commission: August 6
4.d. Telecommunications Commission: June 1
5. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
5.a Liquor License - Renewals
1. Class C Beer Permit for ND Express, Inc., dba North
Dodge Express, 2790 N. Dodge St.
2. Class C Beer Permit for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Gas #1,
260 Stevens Dr.
3. Class C Beer Permit for EI Paso Tienda y Tanqueria Inc.,
dba EI Paso the Mexican Store, 609 Hollywood Blvd.
5.b. Liquor License - New
1. Class C Liquor License for Christian Retirement Services,
Inc., dba Oaknoll East, 2640 N. Scott Blvd.
2. Class E Liquor License for Casey's Marketing Company,
dba Casey's General Store #2761, 204 N. Dubuque St.
Staff is recommending denial. Letter from Danielle
Sitzman, Development Services Coordinator/Building
Official.
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6. Resolutions and Motions
6.a. Resolution Adopting FY2021 Inter -fund Transfers. (Resolution 20-203)
6.b. Resolution Requesting Reimbursement from the Iowa COVID-
19 Government Relief Fund. (Resolution 20-204)
6.c. Resolution approving Final Plat of Community View - Part One
Subdivision, Iowa City, Iowa. (SUB20-0001) (Resolution 20-205)
6.d. Resolution authorizing the procurement of one (1) track
excavator and one (1) articulated haul truck for Landfill
Operations. (Resolution 20-206)
6.e. Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to
sign and the City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of
the 2019-2020 Annual Sanitary Sewer Pipe Rehabilitation
Construction Project. (Resolution 20-207)
6.f. Resolution accepting the work for the Willow Creek Park
Improvements Project. (Resolution 20-208)
7. Setting Public Hearings
7.a. Resolution setting a public hearing for September 15, 2020 on an ordinance
amending Title 3, "City Finances, Taxation and Fees", Chapter 4, "Schedule
of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties", Section 3, entitled
"Potable Water Use and Service," of the City Code, to increase or change
water service charges and fees in Iowa city, Iowa and amending Title 16,
entitled "Public Works", Chapter 3A, entitled "General Provisions",
Sections 5, 6 and 7, entitled "Establishing City Utility Accounts; Deposits
Required", "Billing and Collection Procedures; Delinquent Accounts" and
"Discontinuation and Restoration of Service" to make delinquent account
collection fees and procedures more equitable and just. (Resolution 20-209)
8. Correspondence
8.a. COVID-19/Mask Mandate: Anne Duggan, Leighton Hill
8.b. Black Lives Matter Movement/Systemic Racism/Police Policies: Carol
deProsse (x2), Zack Rundlett, Aaron Peter
8.c. David Etre (x2): Homeless Harassment
8.d. Bob Oppliger: Create Bike Advocacy Committee [Staff response included]
8.e. Laura Stern: Complaint
8.f. Nathan Chalkley: Fluoride in the Iowa City water
8.g. Mary Gravitt: SEATS bus mishap
8.h. Removal of (2) Metered Parking Stalls and Establishment of Commercial
Vehicle Loading Zone on East Market Street
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End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve as amended. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by S
Mims. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
The following individuals appeared: Mohamed Traore regarding item 16 -
Independent Review of June 3rd Protest Incident; Crissy Canganelli,
Executive Director for Shelter House regarding item 8.i - HUD's proposed
rule change.
Mayor Pro Tem Salih inquired where the public hearing for item 7.a would
appear on the 9/15 agenda.
Councilor Mims asked if there would be agreement from Council to have the
Mayor send a letter of support for Crissy Canganelli's comments in
disagreement for item 8.i - HUD's proposed rule change. Councilors agreed to
the letter.
Motion to accept late correspondence. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by
J. Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
9. Community Comment (items not on the agenda) [UNTIL 8 PM]
The following individuals appeared: Raneem Hamad recited a poem and discussed
the Sunday protest and the arrests of BIPOC individuals and restated the IFR
demands; Liana Suleiman regarding the Black Lives Matter demands; Tessa Heeren
regarding item 19 - Procurement of Axon Taser 7 Conducted Energy Device Bundles;
Mohamed Traore regarding protests and Black Lives Matter demands; David Etre
regarding item 8.c - Homeless Harrassment; David Drustrup regarding arrests of
BIPOC individuals and articles written by Councilors Bergus and Mims; Amel Ali
regarding the youth panel for the Iowa City Police Chief/support for Dustin Liston, and
concerns with IFR leadership during protests; Stephany Hoffelt regarding the police
presence at protests; Maya Sims regarding police at protests and asked for follow
through on the Black Lives Matter demands; Elizabeth Folkers regarding the
comments on homeless harrassment; Audrey Keith regarding item 8.b - letter of
support for the Iowa Freedom Riders and asked Councilors to vote no on Tasers and
the budget amendment; David Sterling regarding protests and graffiti.
10. Planning and Zoning Matters
10.a. Resolution amending Iowa City's Comprehensive Plan to change the future
land use designation from Public/Private Open Space to General Commercial
for the property located north of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and west of Camp
Cardinal Road (CPA20-0001).
Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented a power point. The
following individual appeared: Jon Marner, MMS Consultants. Individual
Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-210. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by S.
Mims. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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10.b. Letter to the Johnson County Board of Adjustment recommending
denial of a conditional use permit for a kennel and daycare facility in
the County Residential (R) zone at Lot 2 and Outlot A of Lovik First
Subdivision within Fringe Area B - Inside the City's Growth Boundary of
the City/County Fringe Area. (CREZ20-0002)
Motion to defer to 9/15/20. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M.
Salih. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J.
Weiner. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.c. Letter to the Johnson County Planning and Zoning Commission in support of
a rezoning from County Agriculture (A) to County Residential (R) for
approximately 1.76 acres of property located at 4477 Sioux Avenue SE within
Fringe Area B - Outside the Growth Boundary of the City/County Fringe
Area. (CREZ20-0001)
Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented a power point.
Motion to approve letter. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by P. Taylor. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
Regular Formal Agenda
11. Resolution Amending the Current Budget for Fiscal Year Ending
June 30, 2021.
A public hearing was held. City Manager Fruin provided information. Budget &
Compliance Officer Fleagle presented a power point. The following individuals
appeared: Liana Suleman, David Sterling, Raneem Hamad.
Individual Council members expressed their views. City Manager Fruin provided
additional information.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-211. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by L.
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by J.
Weiner. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
12. Resolution approving a ground lease with Iowa City Hotel
Associates, LLC for space to store a solid waste container at 150 E.
Court Street.
A public hearing was held. City Manager Fruin presented information.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-212. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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13. Ordinance amending Title 8, entitled "Police Regulations," Chapter 4,
entitled "Animal Services," to prohibit feeding of deer. (Second
Consideration)
The following individuals appeared: Laurie Crawford. City Attorney Dilkes
provided information.
Motion to give second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M.
Salih. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
14. Ordinance amending Title 8, entitled "Police Regulations," Chapter
7, entitled "Weapons," to allow persons to discharge an arrow as
part of an approved deer management plan. (Pass & Adopt)
The following individuals appeared: Florence Boos, Lori Kendrick, Allison Jaynes,
Laurie Crawford, David Drustrup, Rosa Rodriguez. City Attorney Dilkes provided
information.
Vote postponed until after item 15 discussion.
Motion to pass & adopt Ordinance 20-4828. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by
J. Thomas. Motion Passed. (5 Ayes) Nays: Salih, Taylor.
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
15. Resolution approving the rules and requirements of the Bow Hunt
Program.
City Manager Fruin provided information and presented a power point. City
Attorney Dilkes provided additional information.
The following individuals appeared: Florence Books, Allison Jaynes, Brian
McAllister, Regenia Bailey, Kelsey Teeter, Lori Kendrick, Laurie Crawford.
Individual Council members expressed their views regarding items 14 & 15.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-213. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (4 Ayes) Nays: Salih, Taylor, Weiner.
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J.
Weiner. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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16. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest
a Consultant Agreement with the OIR Group, LLP to conduct an
independent review of Iowa City's involvement in the use of tear gas
and flash bang devices during the protest in Iowa City on June 3,
2020.
City Manager Fruin presented information.
The following individuals appeared: Raneem Hamad, Liana Suleman, Sophia Lusala,
Annie Gudenkauf, David Drustrup, Laurie Crawford, Lori Kendrick, Brian Nilles,
Stephany Hoffelt, Royceann Porter.
Individual Council members expressed their views. City Manager Fruin and City
Attorney Dilkes provided additional information.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-214. Moved by L. Bergus, seconded by S.
Mims. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by L.
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
17. Resolution establishing Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation
Commission.
Councilor Weiner identified the framework used to create the resolution.
The following individuals appeared: Raneem Hamad, Angie Jordan, David
Drustrup, Sabri Sky, Tanner King, Raneem Hamad, Liana Suleiman, Royceann
Porter.
Individual Council members expressed their views. City Attorney Dilkes provided
additional information.
Motion to approve. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J. Thomas. Motion Other. (0
Ayes) No action was taken.
Motion to defer to 9/15/2020. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by L. Bergus. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J. Weiner.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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18. Resolution amending budgeted positions in the Police Department
and by deleting one full-time Police Officer position and adding one
full-time Victim Services Specialist position and amending the
AFSCME pay plan by adding the position Victim Services Specialist
to grade 11.
City Manager Fruin presented information. The following individuals appeared: Kristie
Fortmann-Doser, DVIP, Liana Suleiman, Cady Gerlach.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-215. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P. Taylor.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
19. Resolution authorizing the procurement of Axon Taser 7 Conducted
Energy Device Bundles for the City of Iowa City.
City Manager Fruin presented information. The following individuals appeared:
Liana Suleiman, David Drustrup, Raneem Hamad, Oscar Rodriguez, Brian Nilles,
Royceann Porter, Maya Sims, Kelsey Teeter.
City Manager Fruin recommended indefinite deferral. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
Motion to approve. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by S. Mims. Motion Other. (0
Ayes) No action was taken.
Motion to defer indefinitely. Moved by J. Weiner, seconded by L. Bergus. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
20. 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.
Planning and Zoning Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired
term. Upon appointment - June 30, 2021. (Carolyn Dyer resigned)
Correspondence included in Council packet.
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., October 13, 2020.
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J.
Weiner. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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21. 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.
Human Rights Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term plus a
three-year term. Upon appointment - December 31, 2023. (Zachary
Rochester resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., September 29, 2020.
Climate Action Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term plus
a three-year term. Upon appointment - December 31, 2023. (Katie
Sarsfield resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., September 8, 2020.
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 St) - One vacancy
to fill a three-year term, July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2021. (Term
expired for Esther Baker)
Historic Preservation Commission (Northside) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2023. (Term expired for Thomas
Agran)
Historic Preservation Commission (Woodlawn) - One vacancy
to fill an unexpired term. Effective upon appointment - June 30,
2021. (Lee Shope resigned)
Telecommunications Commission - One vacancy to fill a three-year term,
July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2023. (Term expired for Kyla Paterson)
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
22. Community Comment [IF NECESSARY] (ITEMS NOT ON THE
AGENDA)
The following individuals appeared: Ryan Longenecker, UISG Liaison, presented
UISG updates.
23. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming meetings,
community events, and items of interest.
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24. Report on Items from City Staff
a. City Manager -
City Manager Fruin thanked Johnson County for all the support they have
given the City after the derecho.
b. Assistant City Manager
C. City Attorney
d. City Clerk
25. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn to the work session at 12;22 AM. Moved by P. Taylor,
seconded by L. Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Bruce Teague, Mayor
Kellie K. Fruehling, Cit Clerk
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Item Number: 3.a.
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MEMORANDUM
Date: August 25, 2020
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk
Re: Electronic Council Work Session, August 18, 2020, 5:00 PM, Zoom Meeting Platform
Council: Bergus, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Weiner
UISG: Van Heukelom
Staff: Fruin, Monroe, Kilburg, Dulek, Fruehling, Havel, Hightshoe, Sitzman, Bockenstedt,
Nagle-Gamm, Seydell-Johnson, Ford, Brotherton
(A transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.)
Electronic Meeting (Pursuant to Iowa Code section 21.8)
An electronic meeting was held because a meeting in person was impossible or impractical due
to concerns for the health and safety of council members, staff and the public presented by
COVID-19.
Storm Update
City Engineer Havel recapped the derecho storm event information and the damage left behind. Havel
gave an update on the City's Public Works response to the storm. Parks & Recreation Director
Seydell-Johnson gave a parks, trails and cemetery update since the storm. Individual Council members
expressed their views. City Manager Fruin provided additional information.
(Meeting recessed from 5:22 pm — 5:56 pm due to technical issues)
COVID-19 Update
City Manager Fruin had no new updates for Council. Individual Council members discussed the
COVID-19 issues at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, local enforcement plans, urging
students to wear face coverings and the need for additional signage regarding face coverings. Interim
Police Chief Brotherton provided additional information.
Action: Staff will continue to push mask messages out and also focus on signage that can be displayed
as constant reminders to the public. Staff will also reach out to the Landlord Association and
encourage them to post signage at their properties when such space exists. Continued collaboration
with the Iowa City Downtown District, Better Together and the University of Iowa is important as well.
Continue discussion of Resolution (20-159) of Initial Council Commitments addressina the
Black Lives Matter Movement and Systemic Racism in the wake of the murder of George Floyd
by the Minneaaolis Police and calls for action from protesters and residents
Mayor Teague noted the contract for consultant services regarding the investigation into the June 3rd
incident that was in distributed the 8/17/20 late handouts. City Manager Fruin provided information on
the contracted group and the services included in the agreement. Mayor Pro Tem Salih and Mayor
Teague asked Council members to consider forgoing the independent contractor and keep the
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investigation in house due to their recent review of the video from the June 3 incident. Individual
Council members expressed their views.
Action: The contract for the June 3rd protest incident review will be placed on the September 1 meeting
agenda.
(Recess to formal meeting 6:49 pm — Resume Work Session 9:46 pm)
Clarification of Agenda Items
No discussion — after formal meeting.
Information Packet Discussion (August 6, August 131
➢ August 6
1. (IP2, Memo from City Clerk: City Naming Policy) City Manager Fruin asked for
confirmation as to whether the Truth and Reconciliation Commission would be making
recommendations on renaming of facilities. Individual Council members expressed their
views.
Action: Parks and Recreation will proceed with a formal recommendation to Council
regarding the park renaming requests for Mr. James Alan McPherson.
➢ August 13
1. (IPS, Memo from Assistant City Manager: Iowa City Telecommunications Commission
report submittal) Councilor Mims asked for a timeframe for ImOn and the installation of
fiber throughout the City. City Manager Fruin provided information. Individual Council
members expressed their views.
Action: Staff will request that the Telecommunications Commission further investigate
grants that could be used to help bridge the digital divide in Iowa City with a particular
emphasis on subsidized services for low-income households.
2. (IP7, Iowa College Access Network (ICAN): Careers in Building Trades Brochure)
Councilor Mims noted all the really great information in the brochure and asked if the
information could be pushed out to the public and/or translated. City Manager Fruin
provided information.
Action: Staff will look for opportunities to promote the Careers in Building Trades
Brochure that was included in the August 13`h Information Packet and explore translation
with the team that created the document.
Council updates on assigned boards, commissions and committees
No discussion.
Adjourn 10:03 p.m.
Item Number: 3.b.
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Electronic Meeting (Pursuant to Iowa Code section 21.8) An electronic meeting was held
because a meeting in person was impossible or impractical due to concerns for the health
and safety of council members, staff and the public presented by COVID-19.
Iowa City City Council electronic regular meeting, held via Zoom Meeting Platform. Mayor Teague
presiding. Council members present: Bergus, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Weiner. Staff
members present: Fruin, Monroe, Kilburg, Dulek, Fruehling, Havel, Brotherton, Ford Hightshoe,
Nagle -Lamm, Bockenstedt, Seydell-Johnson. UISG: Longnecker.
Call to Order
2. Proclamations
2.a. Fair Trade Municipality
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 Work Session Minutes: August 4
3.b. Regular Formal Summary of Minutes: August 4
3.c. Special Formal Summary of Minutes: August 6
4. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
4.a. Climate Action Commission: July 6
4.b. Planning & Zoning Commission: July 16
4.c. Public Art Advisory Committee: July 2
5. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)5.a. 1.
5.a Liquor License - Renewals
1. Class C Beer Permit for Delimart Properties, Inc., dba Deli Mart #1,
525 Hwy 1 W.
2. Class C Beer Permit for Delimart Properties, Inc., dba Deli Mart #2,
1920 Lower Muscatine Rd.
3. Class C Beer Permit for Delimart Properties, Inc., dba Deli Mart #3,
2410 Mormon Trek Blvd.
4. Class C Beer Permit for Delimart Properties, Inc., dba Deli Mart #5,
206 E. Benton St.
5. Class C Liquor License for Hall PI. Ventures Corp., dba Airliner Bar,
22 S. Clinton St.
6. Class C Liquor License for Gabe's Oasis, L.L.C., dba Gabes, 330
E. Washington St.
7. Outdoor Service Area for Gabe's Oasis, L.L.C., dba Gabes, 330 E.
Washington St.
8. Class C Liquor License for Aramark Sports and, dba Aramark, 960
Stadium Dr.
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9. Outdoor Service Area for Aramark Sports and, dba Aramark, 960
Stadium Dr.
10. Class C Liquor License for Aramark Sports and, dba Aramark, 965
Stadium Dr.
11. Outdoor Service Area for Aramark Sports and, dba Aramark, 965
Stadium Dr.
12. Class C Liquor License for Aramark Sports and, dba Aramark, 960
Evashevski Dr.
13. Outdoor Service Area for Aramark Sports and, dba Aramark, 960
Evashevski Dr.
14. Class C Liquor License for McQuiggan's on 1, L.L.C., dba
Hudson's South Side Tap, Highway 1 W, Suite 482
15. Outdoor Service Area for McQuiggan's on 1, L.L.C., dba Hudson's
South Side Tap, Highway 1 W, Suite 482
16. Class C Liquor License for Short's Burger and Shine, LLC, dba
Short's Burger and Shine, 18 S. Clinton St.
17. Class C Liquor License for Mexico Wayne's LLC, dba Short's
Burgers -Eastside, 521 Westbury Dr.
18. Outdoor Service Area for Mexico Wayne's LLC, dba Short's
Burgers -Eastside, 521 Westbury Dr.
19. Class B Liquor License for Kinseth Iowa City LLC, dba Hilton
Garden Inn, 328 S. Clinton St.
20. Outdoor Service Are for Kinseth Iowa City LLC, dba Hilton Garden
Inn, 328 S. Clinton St.
5.b. Liquor License - New
1. Class E Liquor License for Casey's Marketing Company, dba
Casey's General Store #2761, 204 N. Dubuque St. [Removed from
consent calendar]
6. Resolutions and Motions
6.a. Motion to approve disbursements in the amount of $22,326,652.56 for
the period of July 1 through July 31, 2020, 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 amending budgeted positions in the Finance Department by
reclassifying the Controller position in the Accounting Division to an
Assistant Finance Director position in the Finance Administration
Division, deleting the position of Purchasing Agent from the Purchasing
Division and adding one full-time Procurement Coordinator position, and
amending the Administrative pay plan by deleting the positions of
Controller, grade 29, and Purchasing Agent, grade 28, and adding the
positions of Assistant Finance Director, grade 31 and Procurement
Coordinator, grade 27. (Resolution 20-189)
6.c. Resolution authorizing the procurement of Axon Taser 7 Conducted
Energy Device Bundles for the City of Iowa City. [Deferred to 9/1/2020]
6.d. Resolution on Unclassified Salary Compensation for Fiscal Year 2021 for
the City Manager, City Attorney and City Clerk. (Resolution 20-190)
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6.e. Resolution to provide the 15% required local match as part of a Hazard
Mitigation Grant Program application to purchase property in the 100 -
year floodplain and to authorize the City Manager to submit and sign all
contracts and amendments for said program. (Resolution 20-191)
6.f. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign a Memorandum of
Understanding with the Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County for the
contribution and use of $500,000 for affordable housing. (Resolution 20-192)
6.g. Resolution accepting the work for the Mercer Aquatic Center Pool LED
Lighting Project. (Resolution 20-193)
7. Setting Public Hearings
7.a. Motion setting a public hearing for September 1, 2020 on a resolution to
amend the Comprehensive Plan future land use map designation from
public/private open space to general commercial for 3.11 acres of
property located north of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and west of Camp
Cardinal Road.
7.b. Resolution setting public hearing for September 1, 2020 on a ground
lease with Iowa City Hotel Associates, LLC for space to store a solid
waste container at 150 E. Court Street. (Resolution 20-194)
7.c. Resolution setting public hearing on amending the FY2020 Operating
Budget. (Resolution 20-195)
7.d. Resolution determining the necessity of and setting dates of a
consultation (September 4, 2020) and public hearing (October 6, 2020)
on a proposed Amendment No.16 to the City -University Project 1 Urban
Renewal Plan in the City of Iowa City, Iowa. (Resolution 20-196)
8. Correspondence
8.a. COVID-19/Mask Mandate: Marc Dennis, Rion Wendland, Adam
Learnahan
8.b. Black Lives Matter Movement/Systemic Racism/Police Policies: Iowa
Freedom Rides, Palmer Holden, James Raymond, Carol deProsse (x3),
Tom Birkenholz
8.c. James Alan McPherson: Bennett Sims, John Kenyon, James Galvin,
Bruce Harreld
8.d. Affordable Housing; Jessica Melkus, Bob Welsh
8.e. Happy Hollow Ballfield: Sara Meierotto
8.f. Remove (1) "Disabled Parking" space in front of 1103 Pickard Street
8.g. Don Spellman: Improvements and Ideas for Mercer Park Aquatic Center
8.h. David Weldon: 380 express [Staff response included]
8.i. Audry Haught: Olde Towne Village
8.j. Rod Sullivan: CAREN law
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End of Consent Calendar
Councilor Bergus stated she would like the item deferred to allow time to receive
supplemental information from the Police department prior to approving the purchase.
City Manager Fruin and Interim Police Chief Brotherton provided information.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to defer item 6.c (Procurement of Axon Taser 7 Conducted Energy
Device Bundles) to the September 1st City Council meeting. Moved by M. Salih,
seconded by L. Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Nays: Mims.
Councilor Taylor noted the correspondence and asked for clarification on the
renaming policy. Assistant City Attorney Dulek and City Manager Fruin provided
information.
The following individuals appeared regarding item 6.c (Procurement of Axon
Taser 7 Conducted Energy Device Bundles): Raneem Hamad, David Drustrup,
and Ala Mohamed. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Councilor Bergus noted the public comment process and noted item 6.f and the
funds going to the Housing Trust Fund. Mayor Pro Tem Salih requested the item
be deferred to the next agenda for further discussion. City Manager Fruin
provided information. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Councilor Taylor asked for an update regarding item 8.i (Audry Haught: Old
Towne Village). Individual Council members expressed their views. City Manager
Fruin provided additional information.
Motion to approve consent calendar as amended, removing item 5.b(1).
Moved by M. Salih, seconded by S. Mims. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
9. Community Comment (items not on the agenda) [UNTIL 8 PM]
The following individuals appeared: Crissy Canganelli, President-elect Housing Trust
Fund regarding item 6.f (Housing Trust Fund contribution); Eric Harris, regarding more
investment in the South District community and IFR demands; Ala Mohamed, regarding
IRF demands for affordable housing; Laurie Crawford, Allison Jaynes and Florence Boos,
bow hunting; Raneem Hamad, regarding IFR demands to release video from the June
3rd incident; Alex Gary, regarding local bars and COVID-19 numbers with the return of
University students; David Drustrup, regarding community safety and accountability, IFR
research and discussion with experts.
Regular Formal Agenda
10. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction
of the Wetherby Park CDBG Trail 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.
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Motion to approve Resolution 20-197. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by L. Bergus.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11. Resolution authorizing the acquisition of property interests necessary for
construction of the Melrose Avenue / IWV Road — Highway 218 to Hebl Avenue
Improvements Project.
A public hearing was held. City Engineer Havel presented information. Individual
Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-198. Moved by P. Taylor, seconded by J. Weiner.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
12. Ordinance amending Title 8, entitled "Police Regulations," Chapter 7, entitled
"Weapons," to allow persons to discharge an arrow as part of an approved
deer management plan. (Second Consideration)
Motion to give second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J. Thomas.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Nays: Taylor.
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by S. Mims.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
13. Ordinance amending Title 8, entitled "Police Regulations," Chapter 4, entitled
"Animal Services," to prohibit feeding of deer. (First Consideration)
Assistant City Attorney Dulek presented information. The following individual appeared:
Laurie Crawford. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by L. Bergus.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
14. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to provide additional funding for the
City's local emergency housing programs administered by the Shelter House
and Community Crisis Services.
City Manager Fruin provided information. The following individuals appeared: Crissy
Canganelli, Executive Director Iowa City Shelter House and Sara Barron, Executive Director
Johnson County Affordable Housing Coalition. Individual Council members expressed their
views.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-199. Moved by J. Weiner, seconded by M. Salih. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
15. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to provide additional funding for the
Center for Worker Justice's emergency relief program.
City Manager Fruin provided information. Individual Council members expressed their
views.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-200. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P. Taylor.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Abstain: Salih.
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16. Resolution approving Public Art Advisory Committee recommendation to
proceed with the process of creating a Black Lives Matter movement art
installation.
Economic Development Coordinator Ford provided information. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-201. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by P. Taylor. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
17. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest an
Agreement with ThinklowaCity to contribute $25,000 in funding to assist Iowa
City BIPOC and Immigrant -Owned Businesses impacted by the COVID-19
pandemic.
Economic Development Coordinator Ford provided information. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-202. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
18. Resolution establishing Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Commission
Motion to approve. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by L. Bergus. Motion Other. (0
Ayes) Councilors Bergus and Weiner presented background information and stated
goals for the commission.
The following individuals appeared: Raneem Hamad and David Drustrup. Individual
Council members expressed their views. Councilor Taylor noted a typo on item #7
(2020 to 2022).
Motion to defer to 9/1/2020. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by L. Bergus. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes) Individual Council members expressed their views.
19. Council Appointments
19.a. Planning and Zoning Commission - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term. Upon appointment - June 30, 2023. (Larry Baker
resigned)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Mark Nolte. 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.
Human Rights Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term plus a
three-year term. Upon appointment - December 31, 2023. (Zachary
Rochester resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., September 29, 2020.
21. 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.
Climate Action Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term plus a
three-year term. Upon appointment - December 31, 2023. (Katie Sarsfield
resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., September 8, 2020.
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 St) - One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2021. (Term expired for Esther Baker)
Historic Preservation Commission (Northside) - One vacancy to fill a three-
year term, July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2023. (Term expired for Thomas Agran)
Historic Preservation Commission (Woodlawn) - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term. Effective upon appointment - June 30, 2021. (Lee Shope
resigned)
Telecommunications Commission - One vacancy to fill a three-year term,
July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2023. (Term expired for Kyla Paterson)
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
22. Community Comment [IF NECESSARY] (ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA)
The following individuals appeared: Ryan Longenecker, UISG Liaison, presented
UISG updates.
23. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming meetings,
community events, and items of interest.
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24. Report on Items from City Staff
a. City Manager - none
b. Assistant City Manager - none
C. City Attorney - none
d. City Clerk - none
25. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn and return to the work session at 9:46 pm. Moved by S.
Mims, seconded by P. Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
BrIEr6e Teague, Magor
Kellie K. Fruehling, ity Clerk
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