HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-02-2025 Climate Action Commission Iowa City Climate Action Commission Agenda
Monday,June 2, 2025, 4:00 p.m.
Emma J. Harvat Hall, City Hall
410 E.Washington St., Iowa City
Meeting Agenda:
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of May 5, 2025 minutes
4. Announcements/Reports
a. Action items from last meeting
b. Commission members asked to continue thinking about prioritization scoring.
c. Events
i. Cooling Stations at Party in the Parks
1. June 12, 6:30-8 p.m. Happy Hollow Park
2. June 26, 6:30-8 p.m. Scott Park
ii. Other events in the community(Commissioners)
iii. Continued Comprehensive Plan Public Visioning Workshops for Iowa City
1. June 2, 5:30-7 p.m., Dream City
2. June 10, 5:30-7 p.m., NCJC—Pheasant Ridge
3. June 16, 5:30-7 p.m., Iowa City Public Library
4. June 30, 5:30-7 p.m., St. Patrick Catholic Church
5. July 8, 5:30-7 p.m., Ferguson Building
5. New Business
a. Comprehensive Plan Presentation (Anne Russett, City of Iowa City and Christopher
Shires, Confluence)—update and discussion
b. Air Quality Sampling Report—informational update
6. Old Business
a. Continued review of Accelerating Iowa City's Climate Actions Plan action items relating
to buildings and discussion of prioritization scoring
7. Public Comment on items not on the agenda
Commentators shall address the Commission for no more than 3 minutes. Commissioners shall
not engage in discussion with the public concerning said items.
8. Recap
a. Confirmation of next meeting time and location
i. Monday,August 4, 2025 4-5:30 p.m., Emma J. Harvat Hall
b. Actionable items for commission and staff
9. Adjourn
If you will need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this meeting, please contact
Sarah Gardner, Climate Action Coordinator, at 319-887-6162 or atsqardner@iowo-city.org. Early requests
are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs.
MINUTES PRELIMINARY
IOWA CITY CLIMATE ACTION COMMISSION
May 5—4:00 PM—FORMAL MEETING
EMMA J. HARVAT HALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Michael Anderson, Emma Bork,Jamie Gade, Zach Haralson, Nadja
Krylov, Brinda Shetty, Michelle Sillman,Angie Smith, Robert Traer
MEMBERS ABSENT: Ben Grimm,Wim Murray
STAFF PRESENT: Sarah Gardner, Diane Platte
OTHERS PRESENT: None
CALL TO ORDER:
Gade called the meeting to order at 4:00.
APPROVAL OF APRIL 7, 2025 MINUTES:
Krylov moved to approve the minutes,Anderson seconded, and the motion carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Action items from last meeting(staff):
• Commissioners were asked to continue thinking about prioritization scoring.
Events:
• Bike to Work Week Breakfast (May 14, 7-9 a.m. Chauncy Swan ramp)
• Public Works Day Open House (May 18, 1-3 p.m. Landfill & Recycling Center)
• Other events in the community(commissioners)
Information sharing from April 21 compost facility tour:
• Haralson shared details from the facility tour,which included touring the open face of the
landfill, the compost operations,the recycling shed, and information about household
hazardous material and electronic recycling, as well as the "Swap Shop"where usable
household cleaners and paints dropped off for disposal are diverted for residents to pick up and
use for free. Sillman shared additional thoughts about the discussion of a "virtual pipeline" that
could potentially transport captured methane to an injection site by truck rather than pipeline
to the gras grid. Gardner offered that Commission members who were interested in learning
more but unable to take the tour could visit the upcoming Public Works Open House at the
facility and suggested a tour of the wastewater treatment facility could be arranged next year to
see the methane capture system under construction.
Update on Comprehensive Plan efforts for Iowa City
Climate Action Commission
May 2025
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• Community Listening Sessions scheduled for 5:30-7 p.m. May 12 (Iowa City Public Library), May
20 (NCJC Pheasant Ridge), and May 28 (St. Patrick Church)
• Gardner shared that the consultants working on the Comprehensive Plan would be present at
the June 2 Climate Action Commission meeting to share updates and solicit feedback from
Commission members. She asked that Commission members share the dates for the upcoming
listening sessions with residents in their personal networks and encourage attendance to help
solicit public input.
NEW BUSINESS: none
OLD BUSINESS:
Prioritization scoring of Accelerating Iowa City's Climate Actions Plan relating to buildings.
• Gardner provided a summary of efforts to date about actions listed in the "Buildings—
Incentives" section of the Acceleration Iowa City's Climate Actions Plan beginning with BI-2
(Enhance energy standards for city rehabilitation projects), followed by BI-3 (Coordinate
Neighborhood Energy Blitz events), BI-4 (Launch a TIF-funded climate action incentive program
aimed at reducing industrial energy consumption), BI-5 (Develop or partner with local
stakeholders on a comprehensive climate action rehabilitation program), BI-6 (Consider a
building permit fee rebate program for enhanced energy standards), BI-7 (Initiate a net-zero
house design competition), BI-8 (Complete a net-zero demonstration rehabilitation project), BI-9
(Launch an electrification incentive program), and BI-10 (Incentivize energy enhancements and
building re-and retro-commissioning for participants in the energy benchmarking program).The
summary followed points detailed in the report included in the April agenda packet.
o Gardner explained TIF funding utilizes increases in property tax revenue generated
through the growth of property value within a designated geographic area known as an
"Urban Renewal Area" to be reinvested within that same Urban Renewal Area following
criteria set in the city's TIF policies. She shared that in an update in 2024 to the City's TIF
policies, climate action elements related to energy efficiency and green building
standards were incorporated to apply to all urban renewal areas.
o Commission members were again invited to score each item with either a 1, indicating
lower priority action items to monitor for future opportunities, a 3, indicating items for
which to maintain the current level of effort, or a 5, indicating high priority items to
continue to grow.
• Gardner provided a summary of efforts to date in the "Buildings—Regulations" section,which
includes BR-1 (Create a more robust energy code inspection program), BR-2 (Incorporate stricter
energy standards into TIF financing policies), BR-3 (Incorporate strict energy standards into
height and density bonuses), BR-4(Initiate energy benchmarking requirements), BR-5 (Develop
climate action requirements for all existing and future rental permits), and BR-6 (Assess and
update city zoning codes for solar readiness/friendliness) and again invited commissioners to
ask questions and offer thoughts.
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o For BR-5, the climate action requirements for future rental permits might include a
health &safety connection in the form of requiring air conditioning as an adaptation
measure for the increasing high heat days.
■ Traer noted that requiring air conditioners without specifying quality level, i.e.
heat pumps, might be not climate-friendly, not energy-efficient
■ Haralson asked if there is an app whereby tenants could self-report the energy-
efficiency of their dwelling. Gardner affirmed that there used to be such an app,
but it no longer exists due to low uptake.
o Commissioners scored each of the 6 items in the Buildings—Regulation section using
the same 1-3-5 scale
• Gardner asked commissioners to leave their scoresheets at their place to be collected.At the
next meeting,the scoresheets will be given back for continued work on the project, scoring
items under the remaining two sections, "Buildings—City Policy" and "Buildings—Public
Projects."
PUBLIC COMMENT OF ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA:
• None
RECAP:
Confirmation of next meeting time and location:
• Monday,June 2,4-5:30 p.m. Emma J. Harvat Hall
Actionable items for commission and staff:
• Commissioners are asked to continue thinking about prioritization scoring.
ADJOURNMENT:
Shetty moved to adjourn, Haralson seconded, and the motion carried. Meeting adjourned 5:29.
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CLIMATE ACTION COMMISSION
ATTENDANCE RECORD
2024-25
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Michael 12/31/2025 O/E 0/ X O/E X X X X X X O/E X
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Emma Bork 12/31/2026 O/E X X X
Michal Eynon- 12/31/2024 X X X O/E X X X X
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John Fraser 12/31/2024 X 0/ X X X X O/E O/E
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Jamie Gade 12/31/2025 X X X X O/E X O/E X X X X O/E
Ben Grimm 10/31/2026 X X O/E O/E X X X X X O/E X O/E
Zach Haralson 12/31/2025 X X O/E X O/E X X X X X X X
Nadja Krylov 12/31/2026 X O/E X X
Wim Murray MidAmerican X X X X X X X O/E X O/E X X
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Michelle Sillman 12/31/20025 X 0/ X X X O/E X X X X X X
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Brinda Shetty UI Rep X X X O/E X X X X X X X X
Angie Smith 12/31/2025 X X X X X O/E X X X X O/E X
Gabe Sturdevant 12/31/2024 X X O/E X X X O/E X
Robert Traer 12/31/2026 X X X X
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MEMORANDUM
Date: May 21, 2025
To: Climate Action Commission
From: Sarah Gardner, Climate Action Coordinator
Re: Air Quality Testing in Iowa City
The purpose of this memo is to provide an update on actions taken by City, state, and federal
staff in response to concerns brought in 2024 to the Climate Action Commission and City
Council by residents regarding odors believed to originate from industrial operations in Iowa
City. Although addressing air quality and environmental compliance is outside the core
responsibilities of the Commission, this information is being provided for the purposes of
transparency and information sharing.
Background
In response to the concerns raised, and at the request of City management, the Iowa
Department of Natural Resources (DNR) engaged the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) to investigate and identify any potential sources the reported odors.
The EPA deployed a mobile air monitoring system to conduct sampling across the city's
industrial zones and neighboring residential areas. This system, mounted to a vehicle, included
air sample containers for laboratory analysis, meteorological equipment to detect wind patterns,
and an infrared camera capable of detecting volatile organic compounds, including methane.
To ensure comprehensive results, samples were collected at various times of day over several
days. While City management was informed that testing would take place, specific dates and
times were kept confidential by the EPA to ensure the integrity of blind sampling.
Analysis
Findings from the combined data—including laboratory analysis and thermal imaging—pointed
to a small amount of toluene emissions from the Loparex facility as the most likely source of the
reported odors. Importantly, the levels of toluene detected were measured in parts per billion,
over one hundred times lower than the lowest threshold known to impact human health (20
parts per million).
Toluene is known for its distinct odor and is easily detectable by humans even in extremely low
concentrations. Although it has a similar smell to acetone, toluene is non-flammable and
requires exposure to much higher concentrations than acetone to pose health risks.
Trace amounts of benzene (:53 parts per billion) were also identified during testing. These levels
are similarly more than one hundred times below the minimum risk level for human exposure.
The benzene detected is likely attributable to multiple environmental and industrial sources and
was not traced to a single origin.
Outcomes
After obtaining the results of the air sample testing, the EPA conducted an unannounced site
inspection at the Loparex facility in order to perform due diligence. This inspection included a
review of manufacturing and emissions control equipment, a compliance records audit, and
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additional optical gas imaging. The facility was determined to be in full compliance with all
current environmental regulations.
The findings from this investigation were shared with City staff, who followed up with the EPA to
discuss the air quality testing results. Staff also met separately with the Loparex facility manager
and environmental health specialist, who expressed a commitment to open communication. No
further action was recommended by the EPA.
More detailed information about these efforts and findings can be found in the attached reports
shared by the EPA with the City of Iowa City.
AUnited States Environmental Protection Agency
PA Region 7
Enforcement and Compliance Assurance Division
Air Branch Investigation Report
DART Monitoring
Iowa City, iA 52240
Inspection Date(s):
August 19-22, 2024
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................... 3
MATERIALS AND METHODS............................................................................................................ 5
DARTSYSTEM.............................................................................................................................. 5
OPTICAL GAS IMAGING............................................................................................................... 7
POTENTIAL SOURCE IDENTIFICATION......................................................................................... 7
RESULTS........................................................................................................................................... 9
DART MONITORING.................................................................................................................... 9
OPTICAL GAS IMAGING............................................................................................................... 9
CANNISTERSAMPLING.............................................................................................................. 10
DISCUSSION................................................................................................................................... 11
TABLES
Table 1: Facilities with air permit in the industrialized area of southeast Iowa City, IA. ............... 3
Table 2: Iowa City, IA monitoring campaign team members. ........................................................ 4
Table 3: DART monitoring date and times...................................................................................... 8
Table 4: Date, time, and location of air canister sampling............................................................. 8
Table 5: Cannister Sampling Toluene and Benzene Results ......................................................... 10
Table 6: Regulations Applicable to Loparex.................................................................................. 11
FIGURES
Figure 1: Map of central and southeastern Iowa City .................................................................... 3
Figure 2: DART system installed on the top of a vehicle ................................................................ 5
Figure 3: DART system installed inside of a vehicle........................................................................ 6
Figure 4: Routes of the DART monitoring system........................................................................... 7
Figure 5: PI❑ readings for the morning of August 21. ....................................................................9
APPENDICES
A— DART Manual
B — PID VOC List
C — DART GIS Files
D — DART Raw Data
E — FLIR Video Log
F— Cannister Data
This Contents page shows all the sections contained in this report
and provides a clear indication of the end of this report.
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INTRODUCTION
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has been receiving odor complaints from
citizens located in an industrialized area of eastern Iowa City, IA. The industrial area includes
several facilities that are surrounded by a mix of residential and commercial properties (Figure
1). Due to the irregular timing of these complaints and distance from the nearest IDNR field
office, it has been difficult for IDNR to validate the air quality complaints. The industrialized
area contains eight facilities that have air permits issued by IDNR. Table 1 lists the names of the
eight facilities, their locations, and North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code
descriptions. Figure 1 shows a map of central and southeastern Iowa City, IA. The industrialized
area of concern is highlighted in red.
Figure 1: Map of central and southeastern Iowa City
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Table 1: Facilities with air permit in the industrialized area of southeast Iowa City, IA.
Facility Name Address (Iowa City, IA) NAICS Description
Economy Advertising 2800 Hwy 6 E Commercial Lithographic Printing
Hawkeye Industries
2415 Heinz Rd Commercial Screen Printing
Inc
All Other Motor Vehicle Parts
IAC Iowa City, LLC 2500 Hwy 6 E
Manufacturing
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Loparex, Inc 2000 Industrial Park Rd Paper Bag and Coated and Treated
Paper Manufacturing
Petroleum Bulk Stations and
MiclAmerican Energy 1630 Lower Muscatine Rd
Terminals
Oral-B Laboratories 1832 Lower Muscatine Rd Broom, Brush, and Mop
Manufacturing
Proctor & Gamble 2200 Lower Muscatine Rd Soap and Other Detergent
Hair Care Manufacturing
Crushed and Broken Limestone
River Products Co 3163 & 3269 Dubuque St NE
Mining and Quarrying
The IDNR Field Services & Compliance Bureau requested that the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) utilize a mobile air monitoring vehicle, optical gas imaging, and air cannister
sampling and analysis to attempt to identify possible sources of odors in the area.
To fulfill this request, EPA conducted seven monitoring campaigns from August 19 to 22, 2024.
Table 2 lists the project team members involved in the investigation. IDNR members assisted
EPA members with their knowledge of the odor complaints and the surrounding area.
Table 2: Iowa City, IA monitoring campaign team members.
Team Member Organization Project Role
Christopher Appier EPA Region 7 Project Lead
Charlotte Papp EPA Region 7 Field Team Member
Kurt Levetzow IDNR Field Team Member
Ryan Stouder IDNR Field Team Member
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MATERIALS AND METHODS
DART SYSTEM
The DART (Data Acquisition in Real Time) is a mobile monitoring system that is attached to a
vehicle and can be deployed for geospatial air monitoring. The system can be seen installed on
a vehicle as shown in Figures 2 and 3. The DART was designed by the Environmental Research
Group (ERG) and is available for use by the U.S. EPA. The DART includes a photoionizing
detector (PID), a global positioning system (GPS), an integrated weather station, and the ability
to collect air samples via cannisters. The PID and wind data can be seen live using a tablet inside
the vehicle. The DART was operated according to the DART Manual issued with the equipment.
The manual is included as Appendix A.
Figure 2: DART system installed on the top of a vehicle
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Figure 3: DART system installed inside of a vehicle
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The DART PID utilizes an ION Science MINIPID 2 HS (high sense) sensor. This sensor can detect
volatile organic compound (VOC) levels between 0.5 ppb and 3,000 ppb. This PID is equipped
with a 10.6 eV lamp, which enables it to detect approximately 95% of volatiles. Nota ble
exceptions include most one carbon atom volatiles, acetylene, ethane, propane, and saturated
(H)CFCs. For a full list of VOCs visible to this sensor, see Appendix B. The PID is capable of
measuring all chemicals listed in Appendix B that have an ionization potential listed below 10.6
eV.
The PID does not speciate VOCs by chemical and the quantification is dependent on the specific
speciation of chemicals being measured by the sensor. For this reason, the PID was not used as
a quantitative measuring device in this investigation. It is only used as a screening tool that
indicates the presence of VOCs above background levels.
The DART utilizes an Airmar 220WX-RH Weather Station. The integrated weather station
measures wind speed, wind direction, pressure, relative humidity, and temperature. This allows
the user to better locate the source of emissions identified by the PID. The Airmar also logs GPS
coordinates so that the user can overlay a graphical representation of VOC and wind data on a
satellite image along the traveled route.
The DART allows capturing air samples using Entech 1.41- MiniCans. The cannisters for this
project were provided by ERG and shipped to EPA along with the DART system. The cannisters
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pull in ambient air for roughly 15 to 30 seconds. After a sample is captured, the cannisters are
sent to a laboratory to determine the concentration of various chemical compounds. For more
information on the analysis of these cannisters, see EPA Method TO-15.
OPTICAL GAS IMAGING
Optical gas imaging was conducted using a forward looking infrared (FLIR) camera model GX320
(SN:C15517 — FLIR GX 320 - 10400138). The FLIR GX320 is a portable infrared camera that
visualizes methane and other VOCs emissions. The FLIR camera was used in accordance with
the EPA Region 7 procedure titled: FOR ThermaCAMr' GasFindlR, GF320, and Similar Infrared
Cameras.
The FLIR camera also detects differences in temperature, such as hot gas exiting an industrial
smoke-stack. The FLIR camera used does not quantify emissions in terms of concentration nor
speciate VOCs by chemical.The FLIR camera is only a qualitative screening tool for the purposes
of this investigation.
POTENTIAL SOURCE IDENTIFICATION
To identify potential sources, a vehicle equipped with the DART monitoring system was
deployed along the routes shown in red in Figure 4 below.
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Monitoring campaigns were conducted on the evening of August 19, and the mornings and
evenings of August 20, 21, and 22. Exact start and stop times can are shown in Table 3 below.
The time stamps in the DART data for August 20 are out of sync between 5:50 and 6:10 p.m.
Table 3: DART monitoring date and times.
Date Start Time Stop Time
08/19/2024 4:47 p.m. 6:19 p.m.
08/20/2024 7:17 a.m. 8:02 a.m.
08/20/2024 5:41 p,m_ 6:10 p.m.
08/21/2024 7:00 a.m. 8:20 p.m.
08/21/2024 5:31 p.m. 7:24 p.m.
08/22/2024 7:10 a.m. 8:23 a.m.
08/22/2024 5:33 p.m. 6:51 p.m.
As discussed above, the VOC measurements using a PID provides a screening tool to observe
VOCs above the typical background level. A reading markedly above background levels was
used to indicate the presence of VOCs and triggered further investigation in the surrounding
area.
This further investigation included using the DART's wind data and the FUR camera to better
pinpoint the source of VOCs causing a spike in the PI❑ readings. FUR camera videos were
recorded if any emission sources were identified by the DART. The FUR camera was also used
on several occasions to scan for emission sources, even when signals above the background
were not detected on the PID.
To identify the chemical compounds and their concentrations, an air cannister sample was
taken each day. Table 4 lists the date, time, and location of each air sample taken. The
cannisters were shipped to ERG for analysis on August 27, 2024, and were received on August
29, 2024.
Table 4: Date,time,and location of air canister sampling.
Date Time Location
08/19/2024 5:51 p.m. 41°38'5.24"N / 91°29'50.09"W
08/20/2024 6:15 p.m. 41°38'6.77"N / 91°29'52.34"W
08/21/2024 8:10 a.m. 41`38'10.52"N /91'29'59.46"W
08/22/2024 6:34 p.m. 41°38'17.62"N /91°29'39.47"W
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RESULTS
DART MONITORING
During each of the seven monitoring campaigns, the DART detected VOC signals noticeably
above background levels when nearby and downwind of the Loparex facility. No other locations
along the route produced signals above the background.
Appendix C shows PID readings overlayed on a map near the Loparex facility for each
monitoring campaign, except for August 19. The GP5 system in the DART was not functioning
properly on that day. The height of the bars corresponds to the relative reading of the PID. The
arrows indicate the direction of the wind. The PID signal spikes at the starts and ends of
monitoring is due to a bump check on the sensor performed by holding a magic marker in front
of the inlet. This was done to confirm that the PID was functioning properly.
Figure 5 shows the PID readings overlayed on a map for the morning of August 21. The PID
signal for the background can be seen by the fiat green line along the route. The red push pin
indicates the location of the Loparex facility. Each monitoring campaign produced similar
results to this figure. All raw data from the DART system can be found in Appendix D.
Figure 5: PID readings for the morning of August 21.
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OPTICAL GAS IMAGING
The FUR camera identified multiple stacks with VOC emissions at the Loparex facility. A faint
signal of emissions was also detected from a stack on the south side of the Proctor & Gamble
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facility located at 2200 Lower Muscatine Rd. The Oral B and Alpla (2309 Heinz Rd, Iowa City, IA
52240) facilities were also viewed with the FUR camera, but no signs of VOCs were identified.
Appendix E lists the videos captured using the FUR camera. The video file names are non-
sequential due to erroneous recordings being deleted while in the field.
CANNISTER SAMPLING
The full laboratory analysis results for the cannister sampling is presented in Appendix F. A
concentration of ND denotes a non-detect. A concentration flagged with U denotes that the
value detected was under the detection limit.
The highest concentration in each sample was toluene, with concentrations ranging from 58.8
to 425 ppb. All other concentrations ranged from undetectable levels to 3.24 ppb (benzene).
Overall, toluene accounted for approximately 95 percent of the pollutants identified in the
samples. Table 5 shows the toluene and benzene concentrations measured for each cannister
sample.
Table 5: Cannister Sampling Toluene and Benzene Results
Cannister Sample Date Toluene Concentration Benzene Concentration
Number (ppb) (ppb)
1 8/19/2024 58.8 0.379
2 8/20/2024 191 0.241
3 8/21/2024 425 0.206
4 8/22/2024 76.8 3.24
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DISCUSSION
Based on the results of the data collection discussed above, the Loparex facility appears to
warrantfurther investigation. Based on the optical gas imaging and air sampling, it appears that
toluene being emitted from multiple stacks at the facility. Though based on the emission
inventory and the Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) reporting, toluene emissions from the facility
are not unexpected.
Between 2019 and 2023, the facility reported between approximately 100,000 and 215,000
pounds of toluene emissions each year. No other facilities in the area report toluene through
TRI reporting. Toluene is common solvent and is often used in adhesives, coatings, and inks. For
more information on toluene, see https://www.epa.gov/sites/default/files/2016-
09/documents/toluene.pdf. For frame of reference, the average levels of toluene measured in
rural, urban, and indoor air averaged 0.3, 2.9, and 8.4 ppb, respectively.
According to the CDC's data on the health effects of toluene, the lowest no-observed-adverse-
effects level (NOAEL) for inhalation is 20 ppm. The highest values observed during this study are
approximately 100 times less than the lowest NOAEL.
The Loparex facility emissions are controlled through state issued and federally enforceable
permits, as well as several federal regulations. These regulations are listed in Table 6 below.
Though the emissions are regulated, this does not mean that no emissions are illegal. The
presence of toluene may not indicate that air quality laws or permits have been violated.
Further investigation is necessary to make that determination.
Table 6: Regulations Applicable to Loparex
Regulation Regulation Name
40 CFR Part 60, Standards of Performance for Pressure Sensitive Tape and Label
Subpart RR Surface Coating Operations
40 CFR Part 63, National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Paper and
Subpart JJJJ Other Web Coatings
40 CFR Part 63, National Emission Standards for the Printing and Publishing Industry
Subpart KK
National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Major
Su bpart DDDDD CFR Part 63, Sources: Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Boilers and Process
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Heaters
The information collected only represents the data collected over a relatively short period of
time. The data does not conclude that there are no other possible sources of emissions in the
area.
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AUnited States Environmental Protection Agency
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EPA Region 7
Enforcement and Compliance Assurance Division
Air Branch Inspection Report
Unannounced Full Compliance Evaluation
Loparex, Inc.
2000 Industrial Park Road
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
FRS# 110017406608
Inspection Date(s):
December 10-11, 2024
Christopher Appier, Inspector, ECAD, Air Branch
Digitally signed by
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CONTENTS
INSPECTION OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................3
INSPECTION OBJECTIVE.............................................................................................................3
FACILITY CONTACT INFORMATION............................................................................................3
FACILITY OVERVIEW..................................................................................................................3
FACILITY OPERATIONS SUMMARY.............................................................................................4
FIELD ACTIVITIES SUMMARY.....................................................................................................6
Measurement Activities ........................................................................................................7
INVESTIGATION OBSERVATIONS AND POTENTIAL FINDINGS........................................................8
TABLES
Table 1. Applicable Regulations ....................................................................................................3
Table 2. Project Team Members ...................................................................................................3
Table 3. Facility Contact Information ............................................................................................3
Table 4. Emission Units and Applicable Regulations .....................................................................4
Table 5. Field Measurement Activities..........................................................................................7
APPENDICES
A— DART Monitoring Report (# pages)
B—Confidential Business Information (2 pages)
C.— Receipt for Samples (1 page)
D— Field Video Log (1 page)
E— Field Photograph Log (74 pages)
This Contents page shows all the sections contained in this report
and provides a clear indication of the end of this report.
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INSPECTION OVERVIEW
INSPECTION OBJECTIVE
The Objective of the full compliance evaluation (FCE) inspection was to determine compliance
of the facility with the Clean Air Act (CAA), specifically those requirements listed in Table 1. The
facility was identified as a possible source of odors and flagged for further investigation during
an ambient air monitoring campaign conducted by the EPA in August 2024. The monitoring
campaign report can be found in Appendix A.
Table 1.Applicable Regulations
Code of Federal Standard Name
Regulation
40 CFR Part 60 Subpart A, General Provisions
40 CFR Part 60 Subpart RR, Standards of Performance for Pressure Sensitive Tape and Label Surface
Coating Operations
40 CFR Part 63 Subpart A, General Provisions
40 CFR Part 63 Subpart KK, National Emission Standards for the Printing and Publishing Industry
40 CFR Part 63 Subpart JJJJ, National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Paper and Other
Web Coating
40 CFR Part 63 Subpart DDDDD, National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Major
Sources: Industrial,Commercial, and Institutional Boilers and Process Heaters
Table 2 lists the inspection team members.
Table 2. Project Team Members
Team Member Organization Project Role
Christopher Appier EPA Region 7, ECAD,Air Branch Lead inspector
Ryan Stouder Iowa Department of Natural Field team member
Resources(IDNR)
FACILITY CONTACT INFORMATION
Table 3 lists the primary facility contacts alphabetically.
Table 3. Facility Contact Information
Name,Title Phone No. Email Address
Bill Fahey, Maintenance and (708)927-2904 bill.fahey@loparex.com
Engineering Manager
Marc Tucker, EHS Manager (319)538-4029 marc.tucker@loparex.com
Heather Schebel, Environmental (515)710-1059 heather@schebelplc.com
Consultant
FACILITY OVERVIEW
The facility began operations in 1969. Loparex purchased the facility in 2001. The facility is
operated 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and employs approximately 165 employees.
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The facility produces specialty paper and film release liners. Operations include chemical
storage and mixing, paper and film treatment, primer and coating applications, drying, printing,
cutting, and auxiliary heat production.
The last onsite compliance monitoring activity at the facility was on December 19, 2022, and
consisted of a FCE inspection conducted by IDNR. IDNR completed a Title V certification review
on March 29, 2024.
According to EPA's Enforcement and Compliance History Online (ECHO) website, there has been
one formal enforcement action at this facility in the past five years. EPA issued an
Administrative Order on June 7, 2022, under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
(RCRA) program.
According to Loparex's Title V operating permit issued by the Iowa Department of Natural
Resources (IDNR) on March 17, 2022, the facility is subject to the regulations and standards
subject to review during this inspection as noted in Table 1.
FACILITY OPERATIONS SUMMARY
The facility consists of nine production lines that produce various specialty paper and film
release liners, and auxiliary equipment such as mixing booths and a boiler. Table 4 shows the
various emission units for each production line and which regulation is applicable.
Table 4. Emission Units and Applicable Regulations
Line Emission Point Emission Unit Description NSPS NESHAP
EP-003-1 EU-003-1 Corona Treater RR JJJJ
3 EP-003-2 EU-003-2 Electron Beam Curing#1 RR JJJJ
EP-003-3 EU-003-3 Electron Beam Curing#2 RR JJJJ
EP-003-5 EU-003-5 UV Cure RR JJJJ
EU-008-1A Primer Coater JJJJ
E P-008-1
8 EU-008-1B Primer Coating Dryer JJJJ
EP-008-3 EU-008-3 Extrusion Coater
EP-008-4 EU-008-4 Print Treater
EU-012-1C Press Printer KK
EP-012-1A
EU-012-ID Infrared Oven KK
EU-012-1A Primer Coater 1 KK
EP-012-1
EU-012-1B Primer Dryer 1 KK
EP-012-2 EU-012-2 Extruder Laminator 1 KK
12 KK
EP-012-3 EU-012-3 Primer Coater and Dryer 2
EP-012-4 EU-012-4 Extruder Laminator 2 KK
012-5-1a Infeed Corona Treater
012-5a
012-5-1b Infeed Corona Treater
012-5b 012-5-2 Extruder#1 Treater
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012-5c 012-5-3 Extruder#2 Treater
EP-014-1 EU-014-1 Print Treater JJJJ
EP-014-3C EU-014-3C Silicon Coating Dryer 1,Zone 3 JJJJ
EP-014-5C EU-014-5C Silicon Coating Dryer 2,Zone 3 JJJJ
EU-014-2 Floor Sweep from Coating Booth JJJJ
EU-014-3A Silicon Coating Dryer 1,Zone 1 JJJJ
EU-014-3B Silicon Coating Dryer 1,Zone 2 JJJJ
EU-014-5A Silicon Coating Dryer 2,Zone 1 JJJJ
14
EU-014-5B Silicon Coating Dryer 2,Zone 2 JJJJ
EP-014/016 EU-014-6 Mixing Booth
EU-016-2 Floor Sweep from Coating Booth JJJJ
EU-016-3A Silicon Coating Dryer 3,Zone 1 JJJJ
EU-016-3B Silicon Coating Dryer 3,Zone 2 JJJJ
EU-016-3C Silicon Coating Dryer 3,Zone 3 JJJJ
EU-022-2 Rod Coating Head RR JJJJ
EU-022-3 Arch Type Dryer Oven RR JJJJ
EP-022-1 EU-022-1 Mixing Room
22 EP-022-3 EU-022-2 Bypass: Rod Coating Head RR JJJJ
EU-022-3 Bypass:Arch Type Dryer Oven RR JJJJ
EP-022-4 EU-022-4 Corona Treater RR JJJJ
EP-015-1 EU-015-1a Ink Dryer(2 MMBtu/hr) KK
15 EU-015-1b Ink Application KK
EP-15-2 EU-15-2 Mix Booth
EU-016-1a Corona Treater JJJJ
EP-016-1
16 EU-016-1b Flame Treater JJJJ
EP-016-4 EU-016-4 Mixing Area for Silicon Coatings JJJJ
EP-017-1 EU-017-1 Corona Print Treater RR JJJJ
EU-017-2 Coating Booth Floor Sweep RR JJJJ
EP-017-2&EP- EU-017-3A Silicon Coating Oven,Zone 1 RR JJJJ
017-BP
17 EU-017-3B Silicon Coating Oven,Zone 2 RR JJJJ
EP-017-3 EU-017-3C Silicon Coating Oven,Zone 3 RR JJJJ
EP-017-4 EU-017-31D Silicon Coating Oven,Zone 4 RR JJJJ
EP-17-5 EU-017-4 Mix Booth
EP-17-6 EU-017-5 Auxiliary Heater DDDDD
EP-018-1 EU-018-1 Print Treater RR JJJJ
EU-018-2 Coating Booth Floor Sweep RR JJJJ
EP-018-2 & EP- EU-018-3A Silicon Coating Oven,Zone 1 RR JJJJ
018-BP
EU-018-3B Silicon Coating Oven,Zone 2 RR JJJJ
18 EP-018-3 EU-018-3C Silicon Coating Oven,Zone 3 RR JJJJ
EP-018-4 EU-018-31D Silicon Coating Oven,Zone 4 RR JJJJ
EP-018-5 EU-018-4 Mix Booth
EP-018-6 EU-018-5 Auxiliary Heater DDDDD
EP-018-7 EU-018-6 Boiler DDDDD
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EP-018-8 EP-018-7 Flame Treater
FIELD ACTIVITIES SUMMARY
arrived at the facility on December 10, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. I completed a drive by surveillance
and did not observe visible emissions. I made entry at the front door at 9AS a.m. and
introduced myself and Ryan Stouder, presented my credentials, and provided my business card
to Mr_ Tucker_ I conducted an opening conference during which I explained that the purpose of
the visit was to conduct an inspection to determine compliance with the CAA, specifically, to
determine compliance with the regulations and standards listed in Table 1. 1 explained that
after asking for some general business information, I would observe process units, emission
units, control equipment, and also review associated records demonstrating compliance with
the applicable permit and regulatory requirements. I explained to Mr. Tucker that the facility
would have an opportunity to make a claim of business confidentiality at the end of the
inspection and provided him with a Confidential Business Information (CBI) form. Mr. Tucker
did make a claim of confidentiality (Appendix B).
After the opening conference, I asked Messers. Tucker and Fahey questions about the facility's
operations, reviewed the facility map, and discussed their investigations into community odor
complaints.
The inspection team was given a facility tour by Messers. Fahey and Tucker. I wore a hard hat,
steel toed boots, safety glasses, ear plugs, and cut resistant gloves during the facility tour per
my site health and safety plan.
I obtained copies of the records as indicated on the Receipt for Documents (Appendix C) via a
shared OneDrive folder. The documents were uploaded on December 12, 2024, through
January 6, 2025. 1 received a paper copy of the facility map during the inspection.
I conducted optical gas imaging which is described in the Measurement Activities section
below.
We broke for lunch at 11:45 a.m. and returned to the inspection at 12:45 p.m. The facility tour
continued with Mr. Fahey and Ms. Schebel. After the facility tour, I discussed emission
calculations with Ms. Schebel. I left the facility at 3:10 p.m.
I returned to the facility at 8:35 a.m_ on December 11, 2024. Ms. Schebel and I continued our
discussion on emission calculations. I also discussed the facility's wastewater handling with Mr.
Fahey.
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I conducted a closing conference with the facility contacts listed in Table 3. 1 provided the
facility with copies of the CBI form and a Receipt for Documents. I left the facility at 10:15 a.m.
Observations and potential findings from the facility tour, records review, and measurement
activities are noted in the Investigation Observation and Potential Findings section below.
Measurement Activities
I conducted optical gas imaging throughout the entire facility during the onsite inspection. A
video was captured when emissions were observed and can be found in Appendix D. Table 5
summarizes field measurement and field sampling activities.
All environmental measurement activities were performed in accordance with the EPA Region 7
quality system.
Table 5 summarizes field measurement activities.
Table 5. Fiend Measurement Activities
Date Method and/or Procedure',and Measurer Name
Equipment
Region 7 procedure:FOR ThermaCAM''GasFindlR, GF320, and Christopher
December 10,2024 Similar Infrared Cameras Appier
Equipment: FLIR GX320, C15517- FLIR GX320—10400138
'The current version of each procedure,at the time of the investigation,was followed.
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INVESTIGATION OBSERVATIONS AN❑ POTENTIAL FINDINGS
Ambient weather, site conditions, and field activities were documented in the field records. All
photographs are attached as Appendix E. I made the following observations during the
inspection. I discussed all observations with facility representatives during the closeout meeting
unless otherwise noted in the observation description.
These observations are not final compliance determinations. The EPA Region 7 Air Branch case
review team will make the final compliance determinations based on its review of this report
and other technical, regulatory, and facility information.
The equipment present at the facility appears to match the equipment listed in the facility's
permits.
During the inspection, I observed emissions coming from the equipment in the line 14 mixing
room. A video was recorded and can be seen in Appendix ❑. I did not observe any leaks from
the underground storage tanks outside of the facility.
The records submitted to demonstrate compliance with the regulations listed in Table 1 are still
under review as of the time of this report writing.
End of report.
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ACCELERATING IOWA CITY'S CLIMATE ACTIONS PLAN, PROGRESS 21 1 • DATE
EDUCATION ACTION ITEMS
BE-1 : PROMOTE ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND PERFORMANCE TIPS TO THE PUBLIC
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STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
20201: Launched programmable thermostat promotion. Launched "Smart Series"webinars in
partnership with the Iowa City Area Business Partnership (ICABP)featuring green initiatives by local
businesses.
2021:Conducted first Neighborhood Energy Blitz in the South District, delivering energy saving kits
and tips to 1200 households.
2022: Developed video featuring Deerfield Commons insulation project. Set up demonstration of
blower door test for the public at Public Works Open House and distributed energy saving kits at
the event. Launched Goldie "What R You" campaign with ads placed in utility inserts, print
publications, electronic billboards in City Hall and Senior Center, and on local radio stations.
2023: Included worksheet on maximizing household energy efficiency IRA benefits in
communitywide mailer and in Energy Blitz Kits. Energy efficiency upgrades incentivized by the IRA
highlighted at community presentations throughout the year.
2024: Collaborated with Midwest Air Source Heat Pump Collaborative to host a contractor
engagement event in April. Launched "Get Pumped" heat pump information campaign. Hosted
"Level Up Your Climate Action Plan" household electrification event and induction cooktop
demonstration held as part of Climate Fest.
BE-2: PARTNER WITH STAKEHOLDERS TO PROMOTE GREEN BUILDING
CONSTRUCTION AND REHABILITATION
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STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
2021: Initiated conversations with Homebuilders Association (HBA)about potential partnerships.
Partnered with HBA and a local builder in the Parade of Homes on an AeroBarrier sealing
demonstration project and on a Student Build rehab project for the Remodelers Parade. Held
Smart Series webinar on green buildings in partnership with ICABP. Began research into Green
Building Performance Standards.
Throughout this report, "2020" is used to indicate new efforts initiated in 2020,while "2020
baseline" indicates relevant ongoing efforts that were continued into 2020.
2022: Held Cold Climate Heat Pump webinar for area HVAC contractors. Funded two window
rehab workshops in partnership with Public Space One.Sponsored three city building inspectors to
attend Iowa Energy Efficiency conference in Des Moines. Dedicated$435K of ARPA funding to a
Quality Preapprecticeship Pogram that includes energy efficiency and solar installation
apprenticeships in partnership with the UI Labor Center. Climate Action staff presented to Historic
Preservation Commission on climate action goals and potential alignment with rehab strategies.
2023: Student-Built Home program launch in collaboration with Iowa City Community School
District(ICCSD),The Housing Fellowship (THF), HBA, and C-Wise with an emphasis on energy
efficient building practices. Climate Action staff presentation on HERS ratings program and
incentives to HBA, Greater IC.
2024: Launched Home Energy Rating System (HERS) incentive program. Funded HERS ratings for
Iowa City Parade of Homes entries and recognized best scoring home with an award at the Builders
Breakfast. First Student-Built Home completed and certified as LEED Gold. Submitted Community
Change Grant application in collaboration with The Housing Fellowship to support comprehensive
energy efficiency upgrades and solar installations in affordable housing units and public housing.
2025:Second Student-Built Home project underway. Continue HERS incentive program and
partnership to promote it through the Parade of Homes.
BE-3: ENCOURAGE THE LOCAL REALTOR COMMUNITY TO INCLUDE ENERGY
PERFORMANCE IN THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICES (MLS) PROPERTY INVENTORY
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STATUS: COMPLETED
2022: Sponsored five Iowa City Area Association of Realtors(ICAAR) members to attend two-day
Green Designation training on energy efficiency features in homes and how to market energy
performance to homebuyers. ICAAR confirms energy performance fields will be included in MLS
Property Inventory starting in 2023.
2023: Contracted with Elevate Energy to provide Green Designations training to all interested
realtors through ICAAR. Climate Action staff give follow up presentations with local real estate
agencies.
2024: ICAAR contracted with Elevate trainer to return and conduct a "Build Your Business with
High-Performing Homes"workshop for area realtors. Climate Action staff encourage builders
participating in HERS rating program to connect with trained area realtors to use HERS certificates
in selling the home. Climate Action staff present on Iowa City's realtor engagement efforts on
Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance webinar.
2025: Collaborating with ICAAR to host Lunch and Learn for area realtors on HERS ratings process
and incentive program.
BE-4: EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY ON ENERGY USAGE FOR WATER TREATMENT AND
DELIVERY
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STATUS: LONG-TERM/ONGOING
2021: Focused on electricity costs for water treatment in Climate Action newsletter"By the
Numbers", highlighting that$6 out of every$10 spent on electricity by the City is spent on water
treatment.
2022: Offered tour of water treatment facility for Climate Ambassadors.
2023: Launched Local Water= Local Food campaign. Conducted outreach through Climate Action
booth at Waterworks Open House.
2024: Updated water conservation handouts in collaboration with Revenue staff. Conducted
outrach through Climate Action booth at Wastewater Treatment Plant Open House.
BE-5: INCORPORATE AN EDUCATION COMPONENT INTO FUTURE SOLAR
INSTALLATIONS ON CITY PROPERTIES OR FACILITIES
STATUS: LONG-TERM/ONGOING
2023: Established online solar dashboard for Public Works array to provide publicly available real
time data on system output.
2024: Created digital signage for airport lobby with information related to airport solar array. Ribbon
cutting included speeches on benefits of solar.
INCENTIVE ACTION ITEMS
BI-1 : OFFER FREE HOME ENERGY ASSESSMENTS THROUGH GREEN IOWA
AMERICORPS
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STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
2020: During COVID-19 pandemic,weatherization kits distributed to interested households instead
of conducting home energy audits. Host site fee=$8000 for 5 full time AmeriCorps members.
2021: Resumed in-home Energy Audits;AmeriCorps perform audits daily to meet demand/help
with backlog. Host site fee=$8000 for 5 full time AmeriCorps members and 2 summer members.
2022: Performed 109 audits (`21-`22 term). Host site fees=$10,000 for 5 full time AmeriCorps
members and 2 summer members.
2023: Established agreement with Johnson County to co-sponsor 2024 team to expand program
reach.Team performed 138 audits('22-'23 term). Host site fees=$20,000 for 4 three-quarter time
members, one sponsored by the County, and 2 summer members. Submitted letter of support to
the State advocating for the continuation of the Commission on Volunteer Service, a federal
requirement to maintain an AmeriCorps program.
2024: Extended collaboration with Johnson County another year.Team performed 130 audits ('23-
'24 term). Host site fees=$20,000 for 4 three-quarter time members, one sponsored by the
County,and no summer members.
2025: Ford Lightning pickup on order for GIA team to support continued audits in wider service
area.
BI-2: ENHANCE ENERGY STANDARDS FOR CITY REHABILITATION PROJECTS
STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
2020 baseline: Established energy efficiency guidelines for City rehab projects; all rehab
participants receive energy audits.
2020: Developed improvement priorities in collaboration with Housing and Neighborhood
Development staff and a process for continued partnership on increasing the energy efficiency of
homes rehabbed through the South District Homeownership Program (SDHP).
2021: Installed heat pump mini splits in two SDHP homes and upgraded electrical panel in 14
others to support future electrical appliance upgrades.
2022: Sold first rehab property in South District Homeownership Program featuring climate action
contributions(solar panels, heat pump HVAC and water heater, Energy Star kitchen appliances,
insulation, and native plantings)to an income-qualified Iowa City resident.
2023: Sold second SDHP property featuring climate action contributions.
2024-2025: Continued collaboration between Climate Action and Housing Rehab staff to replace
furnaces with heat pumps and increase insulation in City-owned properties.
BI-3: COORDINATE NEIGHBORHOOD ENERGY BLITZ EVENTS
STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
2021: Launched first Energy Blitz event in April.Worked with South District Neighborhood
Association;target of 50 volunteers and 1200 homes reached.
2022: Deployed second Energy Blitz in collaboration with Lucas Farms Neighborhood Association
in April;target of 50 volunteers and 950 homes reached.
2023: Deployed third Energy Blitz in Creekside and part of Morningside-Glendale neighborhoods in
April;target of 50 volunteers and 833 households reached. Piloted "Mini-Blitz" in June for remaining
Morn ingside-Glendale homes;target of 200 additional homes reached.
2024: Deployed fourth Energy Blitz in Washington Hills neighborhood in April;target of 50
volunteers and 715 households reached. Mini-Blitz held in Lake Ridge manufactured home park in
August in collaboration with Johnson County;target of 50 homes reached.
2025: Fifth Energy Blitz planned for half of Eastside neighborhood in April;target of 50 volunteers
and 815 homes.
BI-4: LAUNCH A TIF-FUNDED CLIMATE ACTION INCENTIVE PROGRAM AIMED AT
REDUCING INDUSTRIAL ENERGY CONSUMPTION
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STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
2020: Council approved Urban Renewal Area amendments for Heinz/Sycamore/Scott Six URA and
Downtown/Riverfront Crossings to enable TIF Incentive Program in these areas.
2021: Launched Heinz/SYC/Scott Six Industrial TIF Energy Efficiency Matching Grant Pilot Program,
providing 50/50 matching grants up to$250,000. Eight projects approved:
• Adamantine Spine: solar array
• Alpla: chiller/cooler replacements and LED lighting upgrade
• Earl May: solar array
• First Avenue Mini-Mall: solar array and LED lighting upgrade
• Iowa City Storage:solar array and LED lighting upgrade
• Lasansky:window replacement and HVAC efficiency upgrade
• Old Capitol Foods: HVAC replacement
• P&G/Oral B: high efficiency air compressor
Second Commerical Energy Efficiency Improvement Matching Grant Program launched in
Downtown, Riverfront Crossings, and Northside Marketplace providing 50/50 matching grants.
2022:Two applications approved in Industrial Area Grant Program,two in Downtown EE Grant
Program:
• Reunion Brewery: solar array
• UNFI: LED lighting upgrade
• Neumann Monson: mechanical and electrical system upgrades
• Graduate hotel: high efficiency cooling tower
2023:Three downtown TIF grants approved:
• Bluebird Diner: HVAC upgrade,windows, and LED fixtures
• Hamburg 2: HVAC upgrade
• ICON Arts Academy: LED lighting and occupancy sensors, heat pump HVAC system
TIF districts expire in industrial zones in June, concluding the program for those that area.
2024: Proposed expansion of TIF incentives for both new and existing construction brought to
Council to cover all current and future Urban Renewal Areas, including those previously not
included in program: Riverside Drive,Towncrest,and Highway 6 Commercial District
BI-5: DEVELOP OR PARTNER WITH LOCAL STAKEHOLDERS ON A COMPREHENSIVE
CLIMATE ACTION REHABILITATION PROGRAM
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STATUS: NOT STARTED
2020 baseline:Conversations about concept with community partners reveals interest in
supporting skills/job training program.
2021: Partnered with Neighborhood Services and Kirkwood Community College on "Woman Build"
skill building program. Partnered with Neighborhood Services, ICCSD,and Climate Action staff on
Student Build remodel/energy efficiency rehab project.
Note:Staff recommend reevaluating this action item in light of Kirkwood closure, IRA incentives,
and other recent developments,possibly benchmarking other programs such as Cedar Rapids
Transform Week
BI-6: CONSIDER A BUILDING PERMIT FEE REBATE PROGRAM FOR ENHANCED ENERGY
STANDARDS
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STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
2022: Met with Neighborhood Development Services to discuss potential requirements, costs, and
means to offset loss of permit fees. General disinterest in a fee rebate noted among builders,
realtors,and NDS staff.
2023: Continued discussions with NDS on alternatives, including structuring as a grant rather than
fee rebate and pairing it with HERS score for independent verification. Discussion with HBA to
partner on promoting HERS grant through Parade of Homes.
2024: Launched HERS incentive program offering$1800 grants to builders who achieve a score of
52 or better. Eight HERS grants awarded during first 6 months of program, including two for
multifamily dwellings and two for repeat applicants. Best scoring Parade builder recognized during
Parade of Homes and best scoring builder overall recognized at December City Council meeting.
2025: HERS incentive program continues with increased participation anticipated. One award
given in February,one in March, and four on track for April. Once again partnering with HBA
renewed to fund HERS scores for all Iowa City parade homes and award for best scoring HBA
builder at Builders Breakfast.
Note:Staff recommend renaming this action item to reflect evolution into HERS incentive program.
BI-7: INITIATE A NET-ZERO HOUSE DESIGN COMPETITION
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STATUS: DEFERRED
2020 baseline: Conceptual conversations include establishing a student and professional
category and possibility of a modified category for retrofit/remodel at lower energy savings.
2022: Supported local entries in a design competition for high school students in collaboration with
HBA and ICCSD.
Note: Ongoing conversations with local architects suggest net zero home designs already exist and
local competition is unlikely to accomplish other goals related to adoption of such designs;other
conversations with NDS staff about previous program to offer"open source"blueprints for any
builder to use got little traction as local builders prefer to use their own signature designs as part of
their brand strategy.
BI-8: COMPLETE A NET-ZERO DEMONSTRATION REHABILITATION PROJECT
STATUS: UNDERWAY
2020:Collaborated with C-WISE on a video featuring a local LEED Platinum residence as a
demonstration of a lot redeveloped with a design that approaches a net-zero energy profile.
2021: Collaborated on two SDHP demonstration projects, one featured in the Remodeler's Parade,
intended also to serve as a test case toward net-zero rehabilitation.Work included walls,floor, and
attic rehab, new windows and doors, heat pump HVAC and water heater, and rooftop solar arrays.
Combined,these projects achieved significant cost savings but did not achieve a net zero energy
profile.The size of the rooftop proved to be a limiting factor in the amount of energy that could be
generated on site,while further insulation measures in the basement proved out of scope for the
budget(which was doubled over typical projects).
Note on lessons learned:Subsequent staff investigations into successful netzero rehabilitation
projects in other cities reveals theygenerally simulate new construction conditions. Consensus
among local rehab builders consulted by staff suggests the same, requiring buildings to be torn
down to the studs to achieve the necessary efficiency gains. Staff recommend reevaluating this
action item in conjunction with BI-5 to better define a scope a focus for rehabilitation efforts.
BI-9: LAUNCH AN ELECTRIFICATION INCENTIVE PROGRAM
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STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
2020 baseline: MidAmerican offers select rebate options. Iowa City offers energy efficiency loan
program for HVAC and insulation projects (GRIP loans).
2021: Piloted a Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program as a supplemental grant program for
electrification/energy efficiency improvements for households participating in the existing NDS
rehab loan programs.
2022:Awarded a Climate Action Grant to Habitat for Humanity to support a Women's Build
Electrification Project.Awarded a Climate Action Grant to Prairie Kitchen Store to replace gas
water heater with electric heat pump unit.
2024: Launched Whole Home Energy Retrofit Grant Program.Applications received from landlords
and properties are selected for Whole Home pilot program participation.
BI-10: INCENTIVIZE ENERGY ENHANCEMENTS AND BUILDING RE- AND RETRO-
COMMISSIONING FOR PARTICIPANTS IN THE ENERGY BENCHMARKING PROGRAM
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STATUS: NOT STARTED
See BR-4
REGULATION ACTION ITEMS
BR-1 : CREATE A MORE ROBUST ENERGY CODE INSPECTION PROGRAM
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STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
2020 baseline:City Council provided budget authority for addition of inspector to enable expanded
workload.
2021: New inspectors hired.
2022: Building code inspectors receive training and certification for energy code inspections,
attending an Iowa Energy Office seminar in March as a department.
BR-2: INCORPORATE STRICTER ENERGY STANDARDS INTO TIF FINANCING POLICIES
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STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
2020 baseline:Addressed administratively through the development process (standards not
codified). For example, elements of recent development proposals have included LEED Silver
standard build (min. of 8 points from energy category), rooftop solar, low flow fixtures, and
stormwater improvements.
2024:TIF Policy reviewed and updated by City Council,with provisions added allowing for
accounting of embodied carbon and alternate third-party verification pathways. Retained LEED
Silver as the baseline for new construction,while upgrades to existing structures allowed to draw
from LEED Silver requirements.
BR-3: INCORPORATE STRICT ENERGY STANDARDS INTO HEIGHT AND DENSITY
BONUSES
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STATUS: COMPLETED
2020 baseline:Application of the height density bonus is discretionary, and staff instructed to
require energy efficiency measures as a category for height bonuses.These provisions closely
mirror the existing TIF standards. Staff requires stricter standards administratively until the Code is
amended.
2022: Code updates recommended to include density bonuses and parking reductions for building
to 2022 Energy Code and/or full electrification in new construction.
2023: Recommended code amendments related to density bonuses approved by City Council; see
also BR-6.
BR-4: INITIATE ENERGY BENCHMARKING REQUIREMENTS
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STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
2022: Researched energy benchmarking programs, looking at other communities and conducting a
basic analysis of building footprints in Iowa City.
2023: Established a Climate Action Commission working group to provide a recommendation to
City Council on this topic while tracking HF 605, a bill that would prohibit cities from establishing
benchmarking/building performance requirements.Working group recommended a pilot program
with voluntary participation,which is launched late in the year with participation from a church and
restaurant. Previous TIF awardees are invited to participate as well.
2024: Pilot benchmarking program continues with limited participation. Staff establish
participation in benchmarking as a requirement for future TIF awardees.
Note:Staff recommend reevaluating this item as to whether to continue to pursue requirements
broadly or continue a more targeted effort tied to participation in financial incentive programs.
BR-5: DEVELOP CLIMATE ACTION REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL EXISTING AND FUTURE
RENTAL PERMITS
STATUS: NOT STARTED
2020: Climate Action Commission consults with Housing Inspection Services staff,which
identifies a significant barrier in triggering state preemption for requirements that do not have a
clear and explicit health &safety connection.
Note:Staff recommend reevaluating this item with two potential reconfigurations:a recognition
program for landlords undertaking significant voluntary climate action efforts on their properties
and/or reassigning this action item to adaptation with an intent to identify requirements to pursue
with a health&safety connection, i.e. requiring air conditioning in rental properties in light of
increasing high heat days.
BR-6: ASSESS AND UPDATE CITY ZONING CODES FOR SOLAR
READINESS/FRIENDLINESS
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STATUS: COMPLETED
CITY POLICY ACTION ITEMS
BCP-1 : ADVOCATE FOR STATE ADOPTION OF ADVANCED ENERGY CODES
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STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
2020: Included in City Council State Legislative Priorities.
2021: Included in City Council State Legislative Priorities.
2022: Included in City Council State Legislative Priorities.
2023: Included in City Council State Legislative Priorities.
2024: Included in City Council State Legislative Priorities.
Note:Current state code is the 20121ECC code.Although the City continues to advocate for
adoption of a more recent IECC code, there has been little traction on this issue at the state level.
BCP-2: ADVOCATE FOR AGGRESSIVE ENERGY CODE DEVELOPMENT AND ADOPTION
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STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
2020: See note under BCP-1 regarding state adoption; City staff began early discussions with HBA
on potential for voluntary elevation of energy efficient building standards.
2022: Sponsored three Building Inspectors to attend IAEE Energy Summit to help identify
opportunities for engagement and voluntary adoption on the local level.
2024: Launched HERS incentive program,which requires buildings to be 20% more efficient than
current 2012 code requirements. (see BI-6)
PUBLIC PROJECTS
BPP-1 : SOLAR OR BATTERY STORAGE PARTNERSHIP WITH MIDAMERICAN ENERGY
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STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
2020: City Council voted not to proceed with proposed project at Waterworks Prairie Park.Johnson
Clean Energy District granted funds to convene stakeholders and collaborate with staff on a solar
feasibility report.
2022: Solar feasibility report completed. Potential follow-up priorities identified in CAC working
group, memo sent to Council, and Climate Action Plan amended to add BE-5 and update BP-1 to
include addition of battery storage, along with reaffirmation of BP-4.
2024: Initiated conversation with Eastern Iowa Light& Power about solar installation to power
wastewater treatment operations.
BPP-2: NET-ZERO PUBLIC HOUSING
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STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
2023: Designed pilot program offering grants for energy efficiency upgrades to single-family rental
properties tied to landlord agreement to accept housing choice vouchers to launch in January.
2024: Funding support given to Housing Trust Fund student build project designed to achieve Gold
Platinum certification. Connected with Habitat for Humanity network with a request for example
projects to benchmark; discuss potential collaboration with Housing Authority and possible HUD
funding that might apply. BE-2 item regarding Community Change Grant application.
BPP-3: MUNICIPAL BUILDING EFFICIENCY AND ELECTRIFICATION
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STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
2020 baseline:The City has been undertaking a full upgrade from HID to LED lighting on all parking
ramp top decks,with 10 completed already on the Court St. Ramp and 31 more are planned for
replacement at the Dubuque, Capitol, and Swan ramps.
2022: Completed LED lighting retrofit for Waterworks facility.
2023: Upgraded airport and fire station HID lights to LEDs; Facilities management and climate staff
establish quarterly meetings with MidAmerican Energy and Nexant to review upcoming facilities
projects and identify energy efficiency opportunities. LED lighting installed at Mercer Park ball field
#1 and parking areas; GHG inventory of municipal facilities and operations initiated.
2024: Met with MidAm to discuss lighting retrofit for PD, Fire Station 1, and HVAC automation for
Senior Center projects. Municipal GHG inventory completed. Climate Action staff consulted on
mechanical system design for new City Park Pool and recommend heat pump systems for bath
house. Insulation added to City Hall as part of roof rehab project; LED retrofit of third floor
commences in December.
2025: USGBC consults with staff on including Public Works facility in LEED Core Concepts
textbook as a LEED Gold case study.
Note:Possible next steps for electrification include possibility of EV charging at public parks with
dedicated parking lots(Mercer, Terry Trueblood, City Park, Riverfront Crossings, Willow Creek,
Scott Park)
BPP-4: ADVOCATE FOR STATE LEGISLATIVE CHANGES TO ENABLE SUBSCRIPTION-
BASED COMMUNITY SOLAR
STATUS: LONG TERM/ONGOING
2021: Included in City Council State Legislative Priorities.
2022: Included in City Council State Legislative Priorities.
2023: Included in City Council State Legislative Priorities. Climate Action Staff met with state
Energy Office to discuss Solar for All community solar application and barriers to implementation
under current MidAm tariffs.
2024: Included in City Council State Legislative Priorities.
2025: Monitoring progress of HSB 81 (renamed HF 404, amended to H-1095)and SF 267, both of
which would enable net metering/community solar.
LATE HANDOUTS - THE
FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS
WERE DISTRIBUTED AT
THE MEETING
Iowa City
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June 2, 2025
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Presentation Outl *ine
1. Project Scope + Schedule
2. Comprehensive Planning 101
. Community Profile
+. Emerging Trends Discussion
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PHASE 1: PHASE 2: PHASE : PHASE +: PHASE
Existing Public + Establish Draft Plan + Final Plan +
Conditions St k h ld Vision + Goads Evaluation Adoption
Assessment Engagemen and Kerr Pests
ExistingPhase 7. Conditions Analysis INNER
Project Kick-Off Meeting and City staff November 14, 2024
Public Outreach Plan December 2024
Bi-Weekly Check-In Meetings Ongoing throughout planning process
City Council Information Meetings (2-3 Meetings) Ongoing Starting on January 21, 2025
Project Kick-OfP with CPSC (CPSC #1) January 22, 2025
Project Website Launch January 2025
Statistically Valid Community Survey February-May 2025
Existing Conditions Analysis Review Meeting J CPSC (CPSC #2) March 2025
Existing Conditions Analysis Review Joint Workshop wf PC + CC March 2025
Phase 2., Public & Stakeholder Engagement
Engagement + Publicity Review with City staff March 205
Online Engagement Begins in March 2025 and continues through to adoption
WE ARE HERE E community Listeriing Sessions (5 meetings) March-May 2025
Stakeholder Interviews + Focus Group Meetings April-June 2025
Strategic Opportunity Charettf�s (2 Charettes) Jun�.-July 2025
Special Events (5 events) March-July 2025
Public Meeting How-To Guide Available starting March 2025
Public Visioning Neighborhood Workshops {5 meetings} May-July 2025
PubIIC Input + Survey Results Review w/CPSC (CPSC ##3) July 2025
Phase 3. Establishment of VIslon and Goals _101011111111
Department Head Key Recommendations Review Meeting July 2025
Phase 4: Draft Plan P Evaluation —IT—Illinois I I III I I I I
Draft Plan Review Meetings wvf CPSC(CPSC #4-8) September 2025-December 2025
Stakeholder Interview + Focus Group Follow-Ups February 2026
Draft Plan Publ is Open House (4 events) February 2026
Draft Plan Joint Workshop wl PC and CC February 2026
Public Comment and Review Period March 2026
Phase 5. Fina I • • r r tion , ,,,,,,own
Planning & Zoning Commission Public Hearing April 026
City Council Public Hearing May 2026
PC Planning&Zoning Commission CC City Council CPSC Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee
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ComprehensivePlan Defined
The comprehen ive Plan i the uidir � policy document for growth and
development in the city. It establishes the high-level land use policy vision
that informs and guides decisions related to the built environment.
Comprehensive Plans are adopted by resolution and are not regulatory.
The Comprehensive Plan includes a vision statement and associated goals
and strategies that cover a range of topics, including land use, housing,
economic development, trai portation, environment and resources, parks
and open space, and arts and culture. The Comprehensive Plan also includes
a broad community vision statement and incorporates neighborhood design
principles that are focused on creating and sustaining healthy
neighborhoods.
Comprehensive Plann *ing 101
ComprehensivePlan Elements
Focus Future Development & Public Investment
Encourage Strong Economic Base
Serge as Community Information + Data Hub
Analyze Existing Conditions
Evolve as Community Changes
Establish Goals
Guide and Recommend
Encourage Community Engagement
Identify and Build upon Community Character
Comprehensive Plann *ing 101
What t is typically included in a Comprehensive Plan?
• Mapping (existing conditioner Future Land Use Plan, build-out analysis)
• EonmicMarlt Analysis
• Invntrf existing conditions:
Natural resources open space conservation
Historical / cultural identification and protection
Housing
Economic development
• Transportation and mobility
• Services and facilities
• Goals, policies, and action items
Comprehensive Plann *ing 101
What is the role of the Future Lang!
Use Plan?
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• Guides decision making related t
rezonings and development proposals
as they are brought to the Planning
Commission and City Council � � � �i} �.�-� � - - % .
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schemes for the future of the city _
• May require modifications over time t - ,�� �- :' :
adapt to the ever-changing economic
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• Last plan was adopted in 2013
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Com unity Prof'lle
Population Charge
- A -Year 223 Estimate: Population Change 12 -22 - Iowa City, IA
75,264 residents 80,00075?264
Iowa it r has seers steady 70,000 Iowa
mostly Steady Population
growth over ti rn e , .
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Overall growth between 2000 S0,000
and223: 21. %
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Com unity Prof'lle
Population Projections
Population Projections - Iowa City 5-2 5
- Multiple population projection
methods ran t identify i�o,o00
possible high, medium, and
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low growth scenarios. 100,000 �� '
98,07
- Overall, 2050 average: .. 4,74
94,,725 residents. 90,000 • 90,633
87,835
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87,835 to as h i g h as 102,493. BUC)C)
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70,000
Projection Scenarios
60,000
• • • •Average Population Projection
2023 2030 2040 2050
Com unity Prof'lle
Population by Age
Pop u I ati n by Age Group Comparison ( . )
- Over % of Iowa City is
composed of younger
Iowa pity ..
adults (48. %) or children
and teens (2 .4%).
Cedar Rapids • , 3�.46 � .
- The region, as a whole,
skews younger. North Liberty
orali I le • . . . 7.36
■ children 8� Teens (0-1 )
■ Younger Adults (20-44) Johnson Counter 27.4% ;
L01der Adu Its ( 5-74)
Iowa . . .• 34 6%
■ Seniors (75+)
0% 10% 2096 30° 40% SO% 609/o 7090 80% 9096 1009'o
Source: U.S. Census Bureau AC 5-Year Estimates 03
Com unity Prof'lle
Household Incomes
Household Income by Bracket - Iowa City ( )
- Iowa City has a very miixed
range of incomes present. Less than $10,000 9.4%
- Two largest brackets ar $10,000 to$14,999 5.4%
$SO,000 t I t (1 . %) $15,000 to$24,999 8.6%
and $100,000 t 1 +9,999
(1 . %) - though these only
make up a combined $35,000 to $49.999 12.3%
.3 . $50,000 to$74,999
M,000 to$99,999 10.3%
$100,000 to$149,999 14.5%
150,000 to$199,999 6.2%
200,000 or more 9.2
095 2% 4% No W{ 10% 12% 14% 1WO
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Community Prof'lle
Educational Attainment
- Educational attainment Educational Attainment - Iowa City ( .3)
data is gathered for the
population age a+
- High educational 96 * 8%
attainment in Iowa City - OBTAINED HIGH SCHOOL
with almost ail residents DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT
having obtained d a high
school or G ED ( . %).
- Almost % have a 60 . 7%
graduate degree r higher.
HAVE RECEIVED A BACHELOR'S
DEGREE OR HIGHER
Source: U.S. Census Bureau AC 5-Year Estimates 03
Community Prof'lle
Existing Housing Stock
- Single-Family Detached
7 unit detached Housing Stock Composition - Iowa City ( . )
- Single-Family Attached
7 unit attached, 2 units, 3 or
units, mobile homes /1 _* Single-Family Detached 40.5%
- Multi-Family Pesidential
to 9 units, TO to 79 units, 20 Single-Family Attached 19.3
r more units
4 q Multi-Family Residential 40.2%
0% 5% 10% 1S9S 20% 25% 30% 35% % 5%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau AC 5-Year Estimates 03
Community Prof'lle
Future Market Demand
Based on 2050 average population projection of around 9 , ...
19,322 new residents
average of 773 yea r
8,665 net new households
average of 347 yea r
9,. 98 net new housing units
average of 3 year
Com unity Prof'lle
Employment by Sector Job Change for Major Industries in loom City - 2-2 22
Largest rector in Iowa City, flood had.. . . . ..-
a large Impact
of health care jobs in Iowa
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Assistance 50,000
. Educational Services
. Petail Trade 40,aao
. Accommodation + Food
Services 30,000
5. Manufacturing
Educational Services
D rat job r �rt hsince o,aa
2002 with overall increase Retaii[Tr,.
f 1. .2% (+6,546jobs or 10,000 law
27/yea r) Manufacturing
PUNICAdmitilsomtIon
Source: Confluence w/ inputs frorn U.S. census 2002 2003 2004 2006 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2016 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022
Bureau OntheMiap / LEHD 2022
Community Prof*11e
Commuting Dynamics Infl r utfl r lnt rn l Jobs - Iowa City ( )
- Total estimat d jobs in
IowaCity- S6,203
- Significant inflow of
workers into Iowa City
from elsewhere (3 ,3 ).
Nearly 18,000 live and Inflow Jobs4 1 4 ■Jobs
work In Ira City.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau OntheMap/ LEHD 2022
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Emerging Trends
Emerging Trends to Consider:
Climate Pesiliency + Conservation
• NewTechnologies
• Infrastructure + Transportation -
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• Infrastructure resilient to emergenciesand other natural disasters, like flooding.
• Expansion of parks and gre nv a r , water quality, preservation of agricultural land, and habitat
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Emerging Trends - New Technologies
• Range of issues such as smart cities, use of Ai technology, and IT modernization in cities t
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Emerging Trends
Emerging Trends - Infrastructure + Trnnprtatin
• Range of issues such as the long-term strategies to replace aging infrastructure in cities with newer,
more resilient technologies, electric and automated vehicles, E-Bikes and scooters, and transit.
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Purge of issues such as decreased inventory, lack of affordable housing and general supply of
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Emerging Trends - Economic + Detail Shifts
• Flange of issues such as the changes rn retail since the pandemic, the rise of online shopping,
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Emerging Trends - Future of Work
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• Range of issues such as designing cities for all ages or inclusive design of amenities such as
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Comments and Questions
Are there other emerging
trends or issues to address?
Comments and Questions
What should be top priorities
for Iowa City?
Comments and Questions
How can this comprehensive
plan support the work of the
Climate Action Commission ?
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• Ju ne 3 : 5t. Patrick Catholic Church
• July : Ferguson Building (200 AST Drive)
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• July : Willow Creek Park - Party in the Park ,
• August : National Night Out (2400 Taylor Drive)
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