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Summary of Minutes
November 17, 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, Hightshoe,
Sitzman, Knoche. UISG: Longnecker, Van Heukelom.
Call to Order
2. Proclamations
2.a. National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week -
Kathryn Davis accepting on behalf of the Local Homeless Coordinating Board.
2.b. National Native American Heritage Month -
Jason Glass accepting on behalf of the Human Rights Commission.
2.c. Small Business Saturday -
Jennifer Banta accepting on behalf of the Iowa City Area Business Partnership.
2.d. Transgender Remembrance Day -
Noemi Ford accepting on behalf of the Human Rights Commission.
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. Special Work Session Minutes: November 2
3.b. Special Formal Summary of Minutes: November 2
4. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
4.a. Climate Action Commission: October 5 (SEE RECOMMENDATION)
4.b. Community Police Review Board: October 15
4.c. Community Police Review Board: October 23
4.d. Planning & Zoning Commission: October 15 (SEE RECOMMENDATION)
5. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
5.a. Liquor License - Renewals
1. Special Class C Liquor License for Pagliai Pizza, LLC, dba Pagliai's
Pizza, 302 E. Bloomington St.
2. Class C Liquor License for Etre Foods L.L.C., dba The Iowa Chop
House, 223 E. Washington St.
3. Class B Native Wine Permit for Dykstra Nursery Corporation, dba
Iowa City Landscaping Garden Center, 520 Hwy 1 W.
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5.b. Liquor License -New
1. Special Class C Liquor License for Pagliai Pizza, LLC, dba Pagliai's
Pizza, 302 E. Bloomington St.
6. Resolutions and Motions
6.a. Resolution authorizing acceptance of Surface Transportation Block
Grant Program Funds from the Iowa Department of Transportation and
authorizing the City Manager to sign the Project Agreement [6-20-
STBGU-016] for the Melrose Avenue I IWV Road — Highway 218 to Hebl
Avenue Project. (Resolution 20-256)
6.b. Resolution authorizing the acquisition of property interests necessary for
construction of the Gilbert Court Sidewalk Infill Project. (Resolution 20-257)
6.c. Resolution accepting the work for the Spruce Street Water Main
Replacement Project. (Resolution 20-258)
6.d. Resolution accepting the work for the Pedestrian Mall Improvements
Project. (Resolution 20-259)
6.e. Resolution accepting the work for the storm sewer, drainageways,
sanitary sewer, water main, and paving public improvements for Cherry
Creek Subdivision, and declaring public improvements open for public
access and use. (Resolution 20-260)
6.f. Resolution accepting the work for the storm sewer, sanitary sewer,
water main, certain concrete sidewalks, trails, and paving public
improvements for Community View — Part One Subdivision, and
declaring public improvements open for public access and use.
(Resolution 20-261)
6.g. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign and manage separate
Automatic Aid Agreements with the cities of Coralville and Tiffin to
render mutual aid for emergency incidents on portions of Interstate 80
and Highway 218. (Resolution 20-262)
7. Setting Public Hearings
7.a. Motion setting a public hearing for December 1, 2020 on an ordinance to
amend Title 14 Zoning to allow minor adjustments in Planned High
Density Multi-Family Residential Zone (PRM) zones for new construction
projects which involve preserving a separate historic structure. (REZ20-
0005)
7.b. Motion setting a public hearing for December 1, 2020 on an ordinance
conditionally rezoning approximately 12,000 square feet of land located
at 400 N. Clinton Street and 112 E. Davenport Street to Planned High
Density Multi-Family Residential (PRM) zone. (REZ20-0008)
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7.c. Motion setting a public hearing for December 1, 2020 on a resolution to
amend the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan, a part of
Iowa City's Comprehensive Plan, to include property located north of the
Iowa Interstate Railroad, east of Olive Street, and south of Myrtle
Avenue in the West Riverfront Subdistrict. (CPA20-0002)
7.d. Motion setting a public hearing for December 1, 2020 on an ordinance
conditionally rezoning approximately 4 acres of land located at 215, 219,
223, and 245 S. Riverside Court.; 119, 201, 203, 205, 207, and 209 Myrtle
Avenue; and 517 and 527 S. Riverside Drive from Medium Density
Single -Family Residential (RS -8), High Density Multi -Family Residential
(RM -44), and Community Commercial (CC -2) zone to Riverfront
Crossings - West Riverfront District (RFC -WR). (REZ20-0003)
7.e. Motion setting a public hearing for December 1, 2020 on the Riverfront
Crossings, West Riverfront Changes Ordinance to amend Title 14
Zoning to expand the West Riverfront Subdistrict boundaries and to
increase the maximum bonus height in the West Riverfront Subdistrict
to seven stories for properties north of and near the Iowa Interstate
Railroad. (REZ20-0004)
8. Correspondence
8.a. Nathan Micatka: Iowa City COVID Response
8.b. Caroline Dieterle: Deer depredation is continuing [Attached video will be
archived with the formal meeting documents]
8.c. Dina Bishara: Mask violations at Culvers [Staff response included]
8.d. Mary Murphy: Proposed transit plan following transit study by consultant
[Staff response included]
8.e. Bob Oppliger: mass transit & active transportation
8.f. Adam Evanovich: Discussion with your mayor to make Iowa City better
8.g. Amylena Butler: Facilities Planning - Senior Center
8.h. Jayme Pott: hi there
8.i. Shannon Shea: Rental Tours during pandemic [Staff response included]
8.j. Steven Newman (x2): Senior Center Building Plans; future [Staff
response included]
8.k. Jill Smith: Iowa City - waste water surveillance program to detect
COVID [Staff response included]
8.1. Margaret Klemme: Please Help! Broken glass on sidewalks in Iowa City
[Staff response included]
8.m. Establishment of "No Parking Any Time" Parking Prohibition on Page
Street
8.n. Establish traffic control and parking prohibitions for Community View -
Part 1 Subdivision
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve. Moved by S. Mims, 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 the draft minutes of
the October 27th Human Rights Commission meeting and the recommendation to
City Council; Nicholas Theisen regarding the 11/17 work session item - 2021
Affordable Housing Plan.
10. Planning and Zoning Matters
10.a. Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 3.18 acres of land located
north of Camp Cardinal Boulevard and west of Camp Cardinal Road
from Neighborhood Public (P-1) zone to Community Commercial
with a Planned Development Overlay (OPD/CC-2) zone.
A public hearing was held. Development Service Coordinator Sitzman
presented a power point. The following individual appeared: Jon Manner,
MMS Consultants. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by J. Weiner, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.b. Ordinance vacating approximately 2,514 square feet of Camp Cardinal Road
and authorizing conveyance to Jon Harding. (VAC20-0001)
A public hearing was held. Development Service Coordinator Sitzman
presented a power point.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by P. Taylor, seconded by M. Salih.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.c. Ordinance vacating approximately 1,444 square feet of St. Matthias Alley
and authorizing conveyance to the owner of 1120 N. Dodge Street.
A public hearing was held. Development Service Coordinator Sitzman
presented a power point. The following individual appeared: Ryan Wade.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by S. Mims.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.d. Ordinance rezoning approximately 0.55 acres of property from Central
Business (CB -10) zone to CB -10 with a Historic District Overlay (CB-
10/OHD) for property located at 109, 111, 115, 117, and 121 E. College
Street. (REZ20-02) (Second Consideration)
Motion to give second consideration. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.e. Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code to allow a special exception
from standards for the reuse of existing buildings in certain commercial
zones. (REZ20-0006) (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 20-4833. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by
J. Weiner. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.f. Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code to allow parking reductions
through the minor modification process in certain commercial zones
(REZ20-0007) (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) Individual Council members expressed their
views.
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 20-4834. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by
M. Salih. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Regular Formal Agenda
11. Unbiased Policing Ordinance (First Consideration)
City Manager Fruin presented information. The following individuals appeared: David
Drustrup; Henry Manaligod; Betty Andrews, President of the Iowa/Nebraska NAACP
State Area Conference of Branches. Individual Council members expressed their
views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by L. Bergus.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
12. Ordinance amending Title 16, entitled "Public Works", Chapter 3, "City
Utilities", Article D, "Wastewater Treatment Works Users", Section 6, "Building
Sewers and Connections". (First Consideration)
Public Works Director Knoche presented information.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by L. Bergus.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
13. Resolution establishing the City of Iowa City's 2021 legislative priorities.
City Manager Fruin presented information. Individual Council members expressed
their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-263. Moved by J. Weiner, seconded by P. Taylor.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
14. Council Appointments
14.a. 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.)
November 17, 2020 Summary of Minutes Page 5
Motion to appoint Amel Ali, Anthony Currin, Raneem Hamad, T'Shaliyn
Harrington, Eric Harris, Layana Navarre -Jackson, Royceann Porter, Kevin
John Rivera, Mohamed Traore. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) Individual Council members expressed their views.
14.b. Climate Action Commission -Two vacancies to fill three-year terms,
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023. (Term expires for GT Karr, Matt
Krieger)
Motion to appoint Megan Hill, Matt Krieger.
14.c. 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)
Motion to appoint Alex Hachtman, re -advertise one.
14.d. 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)
Motion to appoint Steven Miller, Jan Finlayson.
14.e. Human Rights Commission - Two vacancies to fill a three-year term,
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023. (Term expires for Bijou Maliabo,
Cathy McGinnis)
Motion to appoint Maria Bruno, Bijou Maliabo.
Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J. Thomas to approve motions for items 14.b —
14.e. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) Individual Council members expressed their
views.
15. 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.
Parks and Recreation Commission - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term. Upon appointment - December 31, 2022. (Blake Winter
resigned) Correspondence included in Council packet.
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., December 29, 2020.
Motion to accept correspondence from Blake Winter. Moved by S.
Mims, seconded by J. Weiner. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
November 17, 2020 Summary of Minutes Page 6
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.
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)
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)
Senior Center Commission - Two vacancies to fill a three-year term,
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023. (Term expires for Linda Vogel,
Robert Finlayson)
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
17. Community Comment [IF NECESSARY] (ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA)
The following individuals appeared: Ryan Longenecker, UISG Liaison,
presented 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 — none.
b. Assistant City Manager — none.
C. City Attorney — none.
d. City Clerk - none.
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20. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 9:09 PM. Moved by P. Taylor, seconded by S. Mims. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
Br Teague, Major
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Kellie K. Fruehling, C ty Clerk
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Item Number: 3.a.
November 17, 2020
AT TAC HM E NT S :
Description
Special Work S ession Minutes: November 2
Date: November 9, 2020
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk
Re: Electronic Council Work Session, November 2, 2020, 5:00 PM, Zoom Meeting Platform
Council: Bergus, Mims, Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Weiner
Council Absent: Salih
UISG: Longenecker
Staff: Fruin, Monroe, Dilkes, Fruehling, Hightshoe, Sitzman, Ford, Bockenstedt
(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.
Discuss 2021 State of Iowa legislative priorities
Assistant to the City Manager Kilburg presented a power point and summarized IP3 of the October 29th
Information Packet. Kilburg also noted the special work session on Monday, November 23rdat 8:00 am
with State Legislators. City Manager Fruin provided additional information. Individual Council
members expressed their views.
Action: Staff will finalize the 2021 legislative priorities and prepare a resolution for formal adoption on
November 17. Continued coordination and alignment of priorities with the Iowa League of Cities and
Metro Coalition is desired.
COVID-19 Update
Individual Council members voiced their concerns and urged everyone to continue maintaining social
distancing through the holidays, to wear face coverings, and wash hands frequently. Increasing
numbers across the state and serious illnesses were also noted.
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 status report (IP4) of the October 29th Information packet and lead Councilors
through the list for review. Councilor Weiner noted IP7 of the October 29th Information Packet on
Update of Traffic Enforcement Guidelines, Interim Police Chief Brotherton summarized the memo. City
Manager Fruin provided additional information on the status report. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
Clarification of Agenda Items
No discussion.
Council Work Session
November 2, 2020
Page 2
Information Packet Discussion [October 22, October 29]
October 22
1. (IP2, Memo from City Clerk: Proposed Council Meeting Schedule, January - April 2021)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Action: The Saturday budget work session will be held on January 9th instead of January
2nd. The CIP work session will be held at 3pm on January 5th. The December 15th
work session will be reserved for a presentation of the Preliminary Plan to restructure the
Police Department toward community policing.
October 29
1. (IP6, Memo from City Manager: 2021 Affordable Housing Plan) City Manager Fruin
summarized the memo. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Action: Staff will proceed ahead with planning for the new Affordable Housing Plan. A
City Council work session will be scheduled to kick off that effort.
2. (IP8, Memo from Interim Police Chief and ICPD Sergeant-Training and Accreditation:
Iowa City Police Department 2020 CALEA Accreditation Process) City Manager Fruin
summarized the memo and asked if there was intertest to participate. Individual Council
members expressed their views.
Action: Councilors Mims, Weiner, Taylor, Thomas and Bergus have agreed to speak
with the CALEA Assessors. The Police Department will follow-up for scheduling.
Council updates on assigned boards, commissions and committees
Council members reported on various assigned boards, commissions and committees.
Adjourn 6:36 p.m.
Item Number: 3.b.
November 17, 2020
AT TAC HM E NT S :
Description
Special Formal Summary of Minutes: November 2
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office 356-5041
Summary of Minutes
November 2, 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 special 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, Hightshoe, Sitzman,
Laverman, Lehmann, Knoche, Ford, Bockenstedt. UISG: Longnecker.
Call to Order
Proclamations
2.a. Injury Prevention Day - Accepted by Pamela Hoogerwerf.
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 Work Session Minutes: October 20
3.b. Regular Formal Summary of Minutes: October 20
4. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
4.a. Board of Adjustment: July 15
4.b. Climate Action Commission: September 8
4.c. Community Police Review Board: September 8
4.d. Community Police Review Board: September 21
4.e. Historic Preservation Commission: September 10
4.f. Housing & Community Development: September 17
4.g. Human Rights Commission: September 15
4.h. Library Board of Trustees: September 24
41 Library Board of Trustees: October 8
4.j. Planning & Zoning Commission: October 1
4.k. Public Art Advisory Committee: September 3
4.1. Telecommunications Commission: June 29
Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
5.a. Liquor License - Renewals
1. Class B Beer Permit for Freshmex Iowa City, LLC, dba Pancheros
Mexican Grill, 965 S. Riverside Dr.
2. Special Class C liquor License for India Cafe Corporation, dba India
Cafe, 227 E. Washington St.
3. Class E Liquor License for Reif Oil Company, dba Iowa City Fast
Break, 2580 Naples Ave.
4. Class C Liquor License for Christian Retirement Services, Inc., dba
Oaknoll Retirement Residence, 1 Oaknoll Court
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5. Class E Liquor License for Kum & Go LC, dba Kum & Go #52, 25
West Burlington St.
6. Class E Liquor License for Kum & Go LC, dba Kum & Go # 51, 323
E. Burlington St.
7. Class C Liquor License for La Familia Ortiz, Inc., dba La Rumba
Latino Bar, 1859 Lower Muscatine
8. Class C Beer Permit for Aldi, Inc., dba Aldi, Inc. #67, 760 Ruppert
Rd.
9. Class C Liquor License for Van B's Brewing, LLC., dba Van B's
Brewing, 505 E. Washington St.
5.b. Liquor License - New
1. Class C Liquor License for Tun Restaurant, LLC, dba Sumo Sushi
& Bar, 122 E. Washington St.
2. Class C Beer Permit for Smokers Unlimited, dba The Konnexion,
106 S. Linn St.
3. Class B Beer Permit for Uncommon Provisions LLC, dba Wild
Culture Kombucha, 210 N. Linn St.
4. Special Class C Liquor License for Oyama Sushi Yan's Inc., dba
Oyama Sushi, 1853 Lower Muscatine Rd.
5.c. Liquor License — Ownership Change
1. Class C Liquor License for La Familia Ortiz, Inc., dba La Rumba
Latino Bar, 1859 Lower Muscatine
5.d. Liquor License - Refund
1. Refund an unused portion of a Class C Liquor License for ESC
Endeavors, LLC, dba TCB Pool Hall, 114 E. College St.
6. Resolutions and Motions
6.a. Consider a motion to approve disbursements in the amount of
$12,082,310.51 for the period of September 1 through September 30,
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 changing the name of Tottenham Avenue to Winnsboro
Drive. (Resolution 20-250)
Setting Public Hearings
7.a. Motion setting a public hearing for November 17, 2020 on an ordinance
conditionally rezoning approximately 3.18 acres of land located north of
Camp Cardinal Boulevard and west of Camp Cardinal Road from
Neighborhood Public (P-1) zone to Community Commercial with a
Planned Development Overlay (OPD/CC-2) zone.
7.b. Resolution Matien setting a public hearing on November 17, 2020 on an
ordinance vacating approximately 2,514 square feet of public right-of-
way and on a resolution to dispose of the property to the applicant.
(Resolution 20-251)
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7.c. Resolution Motion setting a public hearing on November 17, 2020 on an
ordinance vacating approximately 1,444 square feet of public right-of-
way and on a resolution to dispose of the property to the applicant.
(Resolution 20-252)
7.d. Motion setting a public hearing for December 1, 2020 on a resolution to
annex approximately 196.17 acres of land located west of Highway 218
and south of Rohret Rd. (ANN20-0001)
7.e. Motion setting a public hearing for December 1, 2020 on an ordinance
conditionally rezoning approximately 196.17 acres of land located west
of Highway 218 and south of Rohret Rd. from County Residential (R)
and County Urban Residential (RUA) to Interim Development Single -
Family Residential (ID -RS) zone.
8. Correspondence
8.a. Liona Young: Rapid Rehousing Program
8.b. Mayra Hernandez, Center for Worker Justice of Eastern Iowa: Administrative
funding
8.c. Carol deProsse: Police Reform
8.d. James Surratt: Wellington Drive [Staff response included]
8.e. Linda Kerber: from a constituent
8.f. Angelica Brothers: Social media [Staff response included]
8.g. David Drustrup: IFR Teach -In
8.h. Establish "No Parking Any Time" parking prohibition on Cherry Avenue
and Toby Circle
8.i. Establish "No Parking Any Time" parking prohibition on the east side of
Tamarack Trail
8.j. Install (1) "Stop" sign on the northeast corner of Cherry Avenue at the
intersection with Gilbert Street
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve as amended by substituting 7.b. & 7.c. with Resolutions to
set the public hearings. Moved by P. Taylor, seconded by M. Salih. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
9. Community Comment (items not on the agenda)
The following individuals appeared: David Drustrup regarding the traffic proposal
discussion during the work session; Trapayne Batie-Bey regarding Moorish American
Week proclamation request.
10. Planning and Zoning Matters
10.a. Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code to allow a special exception from
standards for the reuse of existing buildings in certain commercial zones.
(REZ20-0006)
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 M. Salih, seconded by P. Taylor,
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
November 2, 2020 Summary of Minutes Page 3
10.b. Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code to allow parking reductions through
the minor modification process in certain commercial zones (REZ20-0007)
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 J. Weiner, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.c. Ordinance rezoning approximately 0.55 acres of property from Central
Business (CB -10) zone to CB -10 with a Historic District Overlay (CB-10/OHD) for
property located at 109, 111, 115, 117, and 121 E. College Street. (REZ20-02)
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 P. Taylor, seconded by S. Mims.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Regular Formal Agenda
11. Resolution directing the filing of TIF certification under Iowa Code Section
403.19 for the 2020 end of year certification of urban renewal projects
Economic Development Coordinator Ford presented information. City Manager Fruin
provided additional information. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-253. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by L. Bergus.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
12. Resolution approving the Fiscal Year Ending 2020 Annual Urban Renewal Area
Report (AURR).
Economic Development Coordinator Ford presented information. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-254. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J. Weiner. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
13. Resolution adopting an assessment schedule for snow removal at 1131 3rd
Avenue and directing the Clerk to certify the same to the Johnson County
Treasurer for collection in the same manner as property taxes.
Senior Housing Inspector Laverman presented information. The following individuals
appeared: Bill Wittig and Crissy Canganelli. Individual Council members expressed their
views.
Motion to approve Resolution 20-255. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
November 2, 2020 Summary of Minutes Page 4
14. Council Appointments
14.a. Public Art Advisory Committee (At -Large) - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term. Upon appointment - June 30, 2023. (Tonya Kehoe
resigned)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Sandy Stiel. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J. Thomas.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
15. 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.
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)
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)
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Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 10,
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.
16. Community Comment
The following individuals appeared: Ryan Longenecker, UISG Liaison, presented UISG
updates.
17. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming meetings,
community events, and items of interest.
18. Report on Items from City Staff
a. City Manager - none
b. Assistant City Manager - none
C. City Attorney - none
d. City Clerk - none
19. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 8:12 PM. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P. Taylor. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
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