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Summary of Minutes
October 6, 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, Bockenstedt,
Havel, Ford, Hightshoe. UISG: Longnecker, Van Heukelom.
1. Call to Order
2. Proclamations
2.a. Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Alta Medea -Peters, DVIP Director of Community Engagement accepting.
2.b. Indigenous People's Day
Joe Coulter accepting.
2.c. LGBTQ History Month
Tony Sivanthaphanith, President of Iowa City Pride accepting.
Beginning of Consent Calendar (Items 3 — 8)
Consider adoption of the Consent Calendar as presented or amended
3. Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk)
3.a. Regular Work Session Minutes: September 15
3.b. Regular Formal Summary of Minutes: September 15
4. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
4.a. Civil Service Commission: September 2
4.b. Climate Action Commission: July 6
4.c. Historic Preservation Commission: July 9
4.d. Historic Preservation Commission: August 13
4.e. Housing & Community Development Commission: August 20
(SEE RECOMMENDATION)
41 Human Rights Commission: July 21
4.9. Human Rights Commission: July 28
4.h. Human Rights Commission: August 18
41 Library Board of Trustees: August 27
4.j. Library Board of Trustees: September 10
4.k. Parks & Recreation Commission: June 17
4.1. Public Art Advisory Committee: August 6
4.m. Senior Center Commission: July 16
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5. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
5.a. Liquor License - Renewals
1.
Class E Liquor License for L&M Mighty Shop, Inc., dba L&M Mighty
Shop, 504 E. Burlington St.
2.
Class C Beer Permit for HWZ L.L.C., dba RXZ Express, 2 Escort
Lane
3.
Ownership Change for Prairie Lights Books, Inc., dba Times Club
at Prairie Lights, 15 S. Dubuque St.
4.
Special Class C Liquor License for Prairie Lights Books, Inc., dba
Times Club at Prairie Lights, 15 S. Dubuque St.
5.
Class C Liquor License for Hilltop Tavern, Ltd., dba The Hilltop
Lounge, 1100 N. Dodge St.
6.
Class C Liquor License for TLC Omnibus, Inc., dba Dandy Lion,
111 S. Dubuque St.
7.
Class C Liquor License for Los Agaves Iowa City, Inc., dba Los
Agaves Mexican Grill, 2208 N. Dodge St.
8.
Outdoor Service Area for Los Agaves Iowa City, Inc., dba Los
Agaves Mexican Grill, 2208 N. Dodge St.
9.
Class C Liquor License for La Wine Bar & Restaurant, dba La Wine
Bar & Restaurant, 180 E. Burlington St.
10.
Outdoor Service Area for La Wine Bar & Restaurant, dba La Wine
Bar & Restaurant, 180 E. Burlington St.
11.
Class B Beer Permit for Wild Culture Kombucha, LLC, dba Wild
Culture Kombucha, 210 N. Linn St.
12.
Class C Liquor License for Corridor Entertainment LC, dba Studio
13,13 S. Linn St.
13.
Class C Liquor License for Corridor Alley Entertainment, Inc., dba
Eden Ultra Lounge, 217 Iowa Ave.
14.
Class C Liquor License for Corridor Underground Entertainment,
dba Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S. Linn St. #10
15.
Class E Liquor License for GM Retail, LLC, dba GM Mart, 2601
Highway 6 E.
6. Resolutions and Motions
6.a. Motion to approve disbursements in the amount of $12,750,184.46 for
the period of August 1 through August 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 authorizing the City Manager to sign a 28E Agreement with
the Iowa Alcohol Beverages Division for Tobacco Enforcement.
(Resolution 20-231)
6.c. Resolution of intent to budget $70,000 in annual funding for Iowa City
Area Development Group for the three Fiscal Years 22-24 and additional
support in rent subsidy for the operation of the MERGE Innovation
Space. (Resolution 20-232)
6.d. Resolution amending the AFSCME pay plan by adding the position
Climate Action Analyst to grade 12. (Resolution 20-233)
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7.
8.
6.e. Resolution authorizing the acquisition of property interests necessary for
construction of the Nevada Avenue Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project.
(Resolution 20-234)
61 Resolution accepting the work for the FY20 Wastewater Clarifier
Repairs Project. (Resolution 20-235)
6.g. Resolution authorizing the acquisition of property interests necessary for
construction of the Second Avenue Bridge over South Branch of
Ralston Creek Project. (Resolution 20-236)
6.h. Lindemann Subdivision — Part Seven (Resolution 20-237)
Setting Public Hearings
7.a. Resolution setting a public hearing on October 20, 2020 on the project
manual and estimate of cost for the construction of the Sludge Storage
Tank Masonry Repair Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice of
said hearing, and directing the City Engineer to place said project
manual on file for public inspection. (Resolution 20-238)
Correspondence
8.a. Dru Mueller: Automated walk signals in Iowa City [Staff response included]
8.b. Rebecca Way Bergus: swimming [Staff response included]
8.c. Rion Wendland: Silent Railroad Crossings [Staff response included]
8.d. Eric Creach: 2 Questions
8.e. Leslie Carpenter: Opportunity for Community Education
81 Tundi Brady: City High Construction [audio will be archived with agenda
packet]
8.g. Renee Speh: Special needs forum
8.h. Rachel Steil: Iowa City medical marijuana dispensary
81 Bob Oppliger: Create Bike Advocacy Committee
8.j. David Drustrup: CIT training and crisis response [Staff response included]
8.k. Rachael Carlson: Thank You - Speed Humps on Jefferson and Glendale
8.1. Emma Weimy: Park Road Bridge [Staff response included]
8.m. Establish (2) "Yield" signs on Anna Street at the intersection with Kenneth Drive
8.n. Hanks Drive Parking Prohibition
8.o. Competitive Quotation Memo
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve. Moved by P. Taylor, seconded by M. Salih. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
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9. Community Comment (items not on the agenda) [UNTIL 8 PM]
The following individuals appeared: David Drustrup regarding City Council Listening posts,
CIT training, Truth & Reconciliation Commission, and traffic infrastructure changes; Missie
Forbes and Megan Alter regarding Neighborhood NESTS (Nurturing Every Student
Together Safely) program; Eva Sileo regarding reimagining police structure; Mayra
Hernandez, Center for Worker Justice, regarding COVID issues (rent, utilities, wage theft);
Sara Barron, Executive Director Johnson County Affordable Housing, regarding affordable
housing information from the City concerning COVID assistance and upcoming events.
Regular Formal Agenda
10. Resolution approving Amendment No. 16 to the City -University Project 1 Urban
Renewal Plan to add climate change objectives and projects.
A public hearing was held. Economic Development Coordinator Ford presented information.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-239. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by P. Taylor,
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11. 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. (Second
Consideration)
Motion to give second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P. Taylor.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Nays: Salih.
12. Ordinance Amending Title 5, Entitled "Business and License Regulations,"
Chapter 2, Entitled "Taxicabs," to Decrease the Number of Required Vehicles
from Four to Two. (First Consideration)
City Clerk Fruehling presented information. Individual Council members expressed their
views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by J. Weiner, seconded by P. Taylor. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
13. Ordinance amending Title 17, entitled "Building and Housing," Chapter 5,
entitled "Housing Code," to provide rental permit requirements for short-term
rental properties. (First Consideration)
City Attorney Dilkes presented information.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by S. Mims.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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14. Resolution approving the appointment of Dustin Liston as Police Chief in Iowa
City, Iowa.
City Manager Fruin presented information. The following individual appeared:
Nicholas Theisen. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-240. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by S. Mims.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
15. Council Appointments
15.a. Human Rights Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term plus
a three-year term. Upon appointment - December 31, 2023. (Zachary
Rochester resigned)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Roger Lusala. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by S. Mims.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
16. 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.
Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Commission - Nine vacancies, term
effective upon appointment - June 30, 2022. (Johnson County residency is
required. Iowa City residency is preferred but not required if an applicant offers
expertise or representation not available from applicants who reside in Iowa City.
Members of other City boards and commissions are eligible to serve on the TRC.)
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025. (Formerly advertised)
Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year term, January 1,
2021 - December 31, 2025. (Term expires for Ernie Cox)
Board of Appeals (Licensed Electrician) - One vacancy to fill a five-year
term, January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025. (Term expires for John Forman
Gay)
Climate Action Commission - Two vacancies to fill three-year terms,
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023. (Term expires for GT Karr, Matt
Krieger)
Human Rights Commission - Two vacancies to fill a three-year term,
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023. (Term expires for Bijou Maliabo,
Cathy McGinnis)
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Parks and Recreation Commission - Two vacancies to fill a four-year
term, January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024. (Term expires for Alex
Hatchman, Jamie Venzon)
Public Art Advisory Commission - Two vacancies to fill a three-year term,
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023. (Term expires for Steven Miller, Jan
Finlayson)
Senior Center Commission - Two vacancies to fill a three-year term,
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023. (Term expires for Linda Vogel,
Robert Finlayson)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 10,
2020.
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.
Public Art Advisory Committee (At -Large) - One vacancy to fill an unexpired
term. Upon appointment - June 30, 2023. (Tonya Kehoe resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., October 27, 2020.
Planning and Zoning Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired
term. Upon appointment - June 30, 2021. (Carolyn Dyer resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., October 13, 2020.
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.
18. Community Comment [IF NECESSARY] (ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA)
The following individuals appeared: Ryan Longenecker, UISG Liaison, presented
UISG updates.
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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
b. Assistant City Manager - Assistant City Manager Monroe noted the City's new
Tree Planting program - Root for Trees and encouraged everyone to respond to
the 2020 Census.
C. City Attorney
d. City Clerk
21. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn formal meeting at 8:31 PM and return to the work session. Moved
by J. Weiner, seconded by P. Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
e Teague, M yor
Kellie . Fruehling, C y Clerk
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Item Number: 3.a.
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
MEMORANDUM
Date: September 23, 2020
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk
Re: Electronic Council Work Session, September 15, 2020, 5:00 PM, Zoom Meeting Platform
Council: Bergus, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Weiner
UISG: Longenecker, Van Heukelom
Staff: Fruin, Monroe, Kilburg, Dilkes, Fruehling, Bockenstedt, Hightshoe, Knoche
(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.
Affordable Housing Plan Update
Neighborhood & Development Service Director Hightshoe presented a power point on the Affordable
Housing FY20 year end report. City Manager Fruin provided additional information. Individual Council
members expressed their views.
Action: Staff will reach out to Shelter House, CommUnity and CWJ to inquire about staffing capacity to
administer existing COVID relief programs. If there is an expressed need for additional staff time, staff
will draft a recommendation for use of supplemental local funds to provide temporary staffing
assistance.
Staff will also develop a recommended process for soliciting input on a new affordable housing
plan. The process recommendations will be presented to Council in October.
COVID-19 Update
Mayor Teague noted the extended face covering mandate and thanked all who have been wearing
them.
Councilor Weiner asked to continue to have a plan moving forward as restrictions are lifted in Johnson
County and Councilor Thomas noted an article "America is Trapped in a Pandemic Spiral".
City Manager Fruin asked Councilors if there was interest for staff to investigate and develop a CDBG
business support program that targets income qualified business owners in Iowa City using the next
round of CDBG funds. Individual Council members expressed their views. Neighborhood &
Development Service Director Hightshoe presented additional information.
City Manager Fruin additionally asked Councilors for input regarding staff development of a utility relief
program prior to the time when water shut offs will resume. Individual Council members expressed
their views.
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September 15, 2020
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Action: Staff will develop a concept for a CDBG COVID small business support program. The program
details will be shared with Council and formal approval of the program will be secured before any final
decisions on use of the funds are made.
Staff will also develop plans for a local utility relief program that will aim to help people with past due
accounts well before the city begins reinstituting water shutoff procedures
Continue discussion of Resolution (20-159) of Initial Council Commitments addressing the
Black Lives Matter Movement and Systemic Racism in the wake of the murder of George Floyd
by the Minneapolis Police and calls for action from protesters and residents
Mayor Teague noted the Black Lives Matter status report (IP4 of the 9/10 Information Packet).
City Manager Fruin suggested a format for the upcoming City Council Listening posts. City Clerk
Fruehling will send the listening post schedule with the focus groups and service providers to City
Councilors. City Manager Fruin stated there was interest for a student focus listening post. UISG
Liaison Lonenecker provided information. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Councilors briefly discussed various items from the Black Lives Matter status report/movement.
Action: Staff will email Council the dates / themes and attendees for future listening posts and work with
UISG on a student -centric listening post.
Clarification of Agenda Items
• [2] Proclamations... Mayor Teague noted there were several proclamations on the agenda and
asked Councilors to contact him if they would be willing to assist in presenting.
• [7.j] Black Lives Matter Movement/Systemic Racism/Police Policies... Councilor Mims stated she
would be asking City Manager Fruin to respond to the questions received on the form letters for
item 7.j.
Information Packet Discussion [September 3, September 101
➢ September 3
1. (IP3, Community Police Review Board: August 19) Councilor Mims pointed out the
attached annual report and noted some of the information.
➢ September 10
1. (IP6, Memo from City Manager: Resolution 20-159: Body Worn Cameras and In -Car
Recorders) Councilor Mims gave a summary of her discussion with the City Manager
regarding malfunctioning body cameras and issues when a body camera is known to be
malfunctioning.
2. (IP10, Memo from City Clerk: Taxicab Regulations) Councilor Thomas asked for
confirmation regarding the direction needed from Council and noted information on the
City of Marion's requirements. City Manager Fruin provided information. Individual
Council members expressed their views.
(Recessed to formal meeting, 6:50 p.m. — Returned to work session, 11:03 a.m.)
(cont. IP10, Memo from City Clerk: Taxicab Regulations) — Discussion was continued
after the formal meeting. City Clerk Fruehling provided additional information. Individual
Council members expressed their views.
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Action: Staff will present an ordinance reducing the minimum taxicab vehicles from four
to two.
3. (IP11, Memo from Climate Action Coordinator: 2019 Greenhouse Gas Inventory Update)
Councilor Thomas mentioned the update and asked everyone to think about adaptation
and mitigation regarding climate action.
Council updates on assigned boards, commissions and committees
None.
Statements by Councilors Weiner and Taylor.
Adjourn 11:11 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, Dilkes, Fruehling, Greer, Hightshoe,
Sitzman, Bockenstedt, Knoche. UISG: Longnecker, Van Heukelom.
Call to Order
Mayor Teague's comments regarding the passing of Carolyn Dyer, former P&Z
Commissioner and the passing of Johnson County Supervisor Lisa Green Douglass's
husband Tom.
2. Proclamations
2.a. Constitution Week
2.b. Fire Prevention Week - Fire Marshal, Brian Greer accepting.
2.c. International Day of Peace - Jim Olsen, Johnson County United Nations Assoc,
accepting.
2.d. Midwifery Week - Amber Goodrich, President of the Iowa Affiliate of American
College of Nurse Midwives (ACNM), accepting.
2.e. National Hispanic Heritage Month - Jason Glass, Human Rights Commissioner,
accepting.
Beginning of Consent Calendar (Items 3 — 7)
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: September 1
3.b. Regular Formal Summary of Minutes: September 1
4. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
4.a. Board of Appeals: July 1, 2019
4.b. Community Police Review Board: August 19
4.c. Library Board of Trustees: July 9
4.d. Library Board of Trustees: July 23
5. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
5.a. Liquor License - Renewals
1. Class C Beer Permit for Casey's Marketing Company, dba Casey's
General Store #2761, 204 N. Dubuque St.
2. Class C Liquor License for Bread Garden of Iowa City, L.C., dba
Bread Garden Market and Bakery, 225 S. Linn St.
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3. Outdoor Service are for Bread Garden of Iowa City, Inc., dba Bread
garden Market and Bakery, 225 S. Linn St.
4. Class C Liquor License for Mondo's of Iowa City, Inc., dba Joseph's
Steakhouse, 212 S. Clinton St.
5. Class C Liquor License for FilmScene, dba FilmScene, 404 E.
College St., Suite 100
5.b. Liquor License - New
1. Class B Beer Permit for Mondo's New Union Brewery, dba Reunion
Brewery, 2319 Heinz Rd.
2. Temporary Outdoor Service Area for Suzster, Inc., dba The Club
Car, 122 Wright St. (Contingent on Governor Reynolds reopening
bars in Johnson County on September 21, 2020, per her August 27,
2020 proclamation)
3. Temporary Outdoor Service Area for Quzer, Inc., dba
Shakespeare's, 819 S. 1st. Ave. (Proposed backup location for The
Club Car which is contingent on Governor Reynolds reopening
bars in Johnson County on September 21, 2020, per her August 27,
2020 proclamation)
5.c. Cigarette Permit
1. Resolution to issue a Cigarette Permit for AI -Salam International
Foods, dba AI -Salam International Foods, 787 Mormon Trek Blvd.
(Resolution 20-216)
6. Resolutions and Motions
6.a. Resolution approving the City Street Finance Report for the fiscal year
ending June 30, 2020. (Resolution 20-217)
6.b. Resolution accepting payment of $300.00 civil penalty and waiver of
right to hearing from Almost Paradise. (Resolution 20-218)
6.c. Resolution authorizing the procurement of sand, asphalt and rock
materials under the Sand, Asphalt and Rock Materials Contract.
(Resolution 20-219)
6.d. Resolution authorizing the rental of eight (8) wheel loaders for snow
removal operations. (Resolution 20-220)
6.e. Resolution authorizing the procurement of Removal and Disposal of
Lime Residual Material. (Resolution 20-221)
6.f. Resolution authorizing the execution of a Chapter 28E Agreement
between the City of Iowa City, Iowa and the City of Coralville, Iowa
regarding certain road maintenance purposes. (Resolution 20-222)
6.g. Resolution accepting the work for the Underground Duct and Fiber
Installation to JECC Communications Facility on Compass Drive
Project. (Resolution 20-223)
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6.h. Resolution accepting the work for the Iowa Avenue Bridge Repair
Project. (Resolution 20-224)
6.i. Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the
City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Wetherby Park
CDBG Trail Improvements Project. (Resolution 20-225)
6.j. 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 Shive-Hattery, Inc. to provide engineering consultant
services for the Orchard Street Reconstruction Project. (Resolution 20-226)
6.k. Sanitary Sewer Easement Agreement (Resolution 20-227)
Correspondence
7.a. James Alan McPherson: Rachel Vanderwerff, Mal Hellman, Jennifer Baum
7.b. Police Chief Recommendations: David Etre, Adina Levitt, Maite Vazquez, Carol
deProsse, James Pierce
7.c. Lisa Green -Douglass: CIT
7.d. Rick Dobyns: UI Faculty Senate request for increasing ice -free sidewalks
7.e. Amanda Mosley: Free Public Wi-fi
7.f. Lori Kendrick: September 1, 2020 Council Meeting
7.g. Jerry Bokassa: Issues
7.h. Community Transportation Committee: Please Expand Affordable Transit
7.i. COVID-19/Mask Mandate: Wyatt Ehr, Catherine Schiele (x2)
7.j. Black Lives Matter Movement/Systemic Racism/Police Policies: Alice Meng,
Maggie Huang, Nhelia Alemo, Miranda Ryfe, Caitlin Lenz, Tommy Stevens, Ella
Rosenthal, Tim Kieffer, Thomas Bogs, Cheryl Williams, Lou Sky, Rod Kuenster,
Jesse Singerman (x2), Patti Droessler, Henry "Nic" Arp, Carol deProsse (x5),
Ellie M., Lilly Woodard, Tristan L., Max Moran, Leah Smith, Emily, Woodard,
Bailey Epps, Anna B., Mari Wharft, Zanne Novick, Sam Wiley, Madeline Sics,
Brooke Tarvin
End of Consent Calendar
Councilor Mims asked City Manager Fruin to respond to the questions received on
the form letters for item 7.j. City Manager Fruin provided additional information.
Motion to approve as amended. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
8. Community Comment (items not on the agenda) [UNTIL 8 PM]
The following individuals appeared: V. Fixmer-Oraiz presented a power point regarding
the Johnson County Poor Farm, Nicholas Theisen regarding affordable housing, David
Drustrup regarding the request for a Truth & Reconciliation Commission by the Iowa
Freedom Riders and the form letters for item 7.j.
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9. Planning and Zoning Matters
9.a. 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)
Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented a power point. Dave Jensen,
applicant, presented a power point. Scott Ritter, Hart Frederick, appeared regarding
additional buffering around the outdoor play area. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
Motion to approve denial. Moved by J. Weiner, seconded by M. Salih. Motion
Withdrawn. (0 Ayes)
Motion to approve with staff conditions and additional conditions of acoustic
deadening around the outdoor play area. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M.
Salih. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Nays: Thomas.
Regular Formal Agenda
10. 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.
A public hearing was held. Finance Director Bockenstedt presented a power point. The
following individuals appeared: Hatim Salih, Raneem Hamad, Mayra Hernandez Garcia,
David Drustrup. City Manager Fruin provided information.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P. Taylor. Motion
Passed. (6 Ayes) Nays: Salih.
Individual Council members expressed their views. Finance Director Bockenstedt and
City Manager Fruin provided additional information.
Motion to keep late fee at 5% and remove the $45 reconnect fee. Moved by M.
Salih. Motion Died for lack of Second. (0 Ayes)
Motion to maintain the 5% late fee. Moved by J. Weiner, seconded by M. Salih.
Motion Failed. (3 Ayes) Nays: Bergus, Mims, Taylor, Thomas.
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11. Ordinance amending Title 8, entitled "Police Regulations," Chapter 4, entitled
"Animal Services," to prohibit feeding of deer. (Pass & Adopt)
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 20-4829. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by
J. Thomas, Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
12. Resolution establishing Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
Councilors Weiner and Bergus discussed the intention of framework for the resolution.
The following individual appeared: Raneem Hamad. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-228. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by M. Salih.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Nays: Salih.
13. Resolution approving an application to the Iowa Economic Development
Authority for State CDBG-CV funds.
Neighborhood & Development Services Director Hightshoe presented information. The
following individual appeared: Cady Gerlach, Shelter House.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-229. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P. Taylor.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
14. Resolution establishing the fee an owner may opt to pay in lieu of providing
affordable housing in the Riverfront Crossings District and rescinding
Resolution No. 18-213.
Neighborhood & Development Services Director Hightshoe presented information. The
following individual appeared: Nicholas Theisen. Individual Council members expressed
their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-230. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J. Thomas.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
15. Council Appointments
15.a. Climate Action Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term plus
a three-year term. Upon appointment - December 31, 2023. (Katie
Sarsfield resigned)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Benjamin Grimm. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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16. 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.
Public Art Advisory Committee (At -Large) - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term. Upon appointment - June 30, 2023. (Tonya Kehoe
resigned) Correspondence included in Council packet.
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., October 27, 2020.
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by J. Weiner, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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.
Planning and Zoning Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired
term. Upon appointment - June 30, 2021. (Carolyn Dyer resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., October 13, 2020.
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.
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)
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Telecommunications Commission - One vacancy to fill a three-year term,
July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2023. (Term expired for Kyle Paterson)
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
18. Community Comment [IF NECESSARY) (ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA)
The following individuals appeared: Ryan Longenecker, UISG Liaison, presented
UISG updates.
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
b. Assistant City Manager - Assistant City Manager Monroe encouraged all residents
to complete the 2020 Census.
C. City Attorney
d. City Clerk
21. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn formal meeting and return to the work session at 11:03 PM.
Moved by P. Taylor, seconded by J. Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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Bru Teague, Mayor
Kel a K. Fruehling, Pity Clerk
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