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Home My WebLink About2021-01-05 AgendaSubject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office 356-5041 If you will need disability -related accommodations in order to participate in this program/event, please contact Kellie Fruehling at 319-356-5041, kellie-fruehlingCCg)iowa- crty.org. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your XMI (-ta) -) L)) I k� Fuehi, k9 S �-Fzrvcc� n access needs. Iowa City LA. I City Council Agenda Electronic Regular Formal January 5, 2021- 7:00 PM Zoom Meeting Platform E (Pursuant to Iowa Code section 21.8) — 1--Cnc1e n� (� CITY O� IOWA CITY www.icgov.org An electronic meeting is being held because a meeting in person is impossible or impractical due to concerns for the health and safety of Council members, staff and the public presented by COVID-19. 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If you wish to use presentation materials with your comments, please provide them to the City Clerk at kellie-fruehling@iowa-city.org at least 24 hours before the meeting. Your materials will be presented for you. January 5, 2021 Iowa City City Council Agenda Page 1 Call to Order 2. Proclamations Seems 2.a. Martin Luther. King, Jr. Day Beginning of Consent Calendar (Items 3 — 8) Consider adoption of the Consent Calendar as presented or amended 3. Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Cleric) 3.a. Regular Work Session Minutes: December 15 3.b. Regular Formal Summary of Minutes: December 15 4. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions 4.a. Board of Adjustment: November 18 4.b. Library Board of Trustees: November 19 4.c. Planning & Zoning Commission: November 5 (SEE RECOMMENDATION) 4.d. Planning & Zoning Commission: December 3 (SEE RECOMMENDATION) 4.e. Public Art Advisory Committee: November 5 4.f. Senior Center Commission: August 20 5. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk) 5.a. Liquor License - Renewals 1. Class C Liquor License for Pub on Clinton Street, LLC, dba Pints, 118 S. Clinton St. 2. Class C Liquor License for Samco of Iowa City, Inc., dba Joe's Place, 115 Iowa Ave. 3. Special Class C Liquor License for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Club Room, 1720 Waterfront Dr. 4. Class E Liquor License for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee #3,1125 N. Dodge St. 5. Class E Liquor License for Walmart Inc., dba Wal-Mart Store #1721, 919 Hwy 1 W. 6. Class E. Liquor License for Hawkeye Star, Inc., dba Kirkwood Liquor & Tobacco, 300 Kirkwood Ave. 5.b. Liquor License- Refund 1. Refund an unused portion of a Class C Liquor License for DTW Inc., dba T.C.B, 114 E. College St. January 5, 2021 Iowa City City Council Agenda Page 2 6. Resolutions and Motions 6.a. Statewide Urban Design and Specifications 2021 Resolution adopting the Statewide Urban Design and Specifications (SUDAS) Standard Specifications (2021 Edition), as revised by the SUDAS General Supplemental Specifications and the revised City of Iowa City Supplemental Specifications (January 2021). Comment This item will approve the use of the 2021 Edition of the SUDAS Standard Specifications for all public improvement projects and oonstruclion within the city right -0f - way. In addition, the City has revised supplemental specifications to reflect the 2021 Edition of the SUDAS Standard Specifications. 6.b. West Riverbank Stabilization Resolution accepting the work for the West Riverbank Stabilization Project. Comment: The project has been completed by Peterson Contractors, Inc. of Reinbeck, Iowa, in substantial in accordance with the plans and specifications. The Engineer's Report and Performance and Payment bonds are on file with the City Clerk. • Project Estimated Cost: $ 1,300,000.00 • Project Bid Received: $ 1,159,526.00 • Project Actual Cost: $ 1,079,681.42 7. Setting Public Hearings 7.a. Rezonina - 700.710.720. and 730 S. Dubuaue Street and 220 Lafayette Street Motion setting a public hearing for January 19, 2021 on an ordinance conditionally rezoning property located at 700, 710, 720 and 730 S. Dubuque Street and 220 Lafayette Street from Community Commercial (CC -2) and Intensive Commercial (CI -1) to Riverfront Crossings - Central Crossings (RFC -CX) zone for approximately 1.9 acres of land. (RE720-0011) Comment At its December 17 meeting, by a vote of 6-0 (Signs absent), the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of this rezoning subject to conditions related to making improvements along the west bank of the Ralston Creek frontage and provision of a sanitary sewer easement at a location to be determined by the City Engineer. Approval w II allow for future development of the subject properly in conformance with the Downtown and Riverfront Crossings Master Plan. January 5, 2021 Iowa City City Council Agenda Page 3 7.b. Mercer Aquatic Center Pool Dehumidification System Improvements Resolution setting a public hearing on January 19, 2021 on the project manual and estimate of cost for the construction of the Mercer Aquatic Center Pool Dehumidification System Improvements Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and directing the City Engineer to place said project manual on file for public inspection. Comment The Mercer Aquatic Center Pool Dehumidification System Improvements Project includes heating ventilation and air condi Toning (HVAC) and dehumidification upgrades to the Mercer Aquatic Center and Scanlon Gymnasium. The estimated construction cost is $440,000 and will be funded by Account #84369 — Mercer Park Pool Dehumidification/ Tuckpointing. 7.c. Mercer Aquatic Center Masonry and Skylight Repairs Resolution setting a public hearing on January 19, 2021 on the project manual and estimate of cost for the construction of the Mercer Aquatic Center Masonry and Skylight Repairs Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and directing the City Engineer to place said project manual on file for public inspection. Comment The Mercer Aquatic Center Masonry and Skylight Repairs Project includes masonry repairs and tudWinting on the Mercer Aquatic Center interior and exterior brick faqade. The project will also address the moisture issues from the Kalwall skylight system and rusted lintels around the doors, windows and above the columns in the courtyard. The estimated construction cost is $135,000 and will be funded by Account #84369 — Mercer Park Pool Dehumidification / Tuckpointing. 8. Correspondence 8.a. Community Police Review Board: Recommendations Report 8.b. Preliminary Plan to Restructure ICPD: Dr. Elisa Hernandez Perez Amy Charles, Bruce Haupert, Donna Ruth Beare 8.c. Rod Sullivan: Local Option Sales Tax 8.d. Op Madera:Reform Ideas for Iowa City Planning, Housing, and Governance 8.e. Chris Ogren: snow removal - Willow Creek [Staff response ind 81. Gosia Clore: Appeal to a denial of a COA [Staff response ind�xi 8.g. Judy Pfohl: thank you End of Consent Calendar 7/0 LZ January 5, 2021 Iowa City City Council Agenda Page 4 CITY OF IOWA CITY 410 East Washington Street Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826 (3 19) 356-5000 (319) 356-5009 FAX www.icgov.org City Council Agenda - January 5, 2021 - Regular Formal Meeting Information submitted between distribution of packet on Thursday and close of business on Monday. Late Addition(s): Consent Calendar Item 8 Correspondence: Item 8.h. Shannon Tackes: Concern parent [Staff response included] Item 8.i. Greg Zimmerman: American flag on sign Item 8.j. Martha Norbeck: Changes to zoning for economic and environmental benefit Late Handout(s): Consent Calendar Item 8 Correspondence: Item 8.b. Preliminary Plan to Restructure ICPD: David Drustrup, Ashlee Johannes Item 8.e. Willow Creek snow removal: Jean Florman 9. Community Comment (items not on the agenda) [UNTIL 8 PM] Community Comment will be continued, if necessary, prior to "City Council Information" item at the end of the meeting agenda. <,e -,e_�<Cx- 10. Planning and Zoning Matters If a majority of the Council is inclined not to concur with the Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation a consult with the Planning and Zoning Commission should be offered before the close of the public hearing. 10.a. Carson Farm Annexation Resolution to annex approximately 196.17 acres of land located west of Highway 218 and south of Rohret Road. (ANN20-0001) :� [Deferred from 12/1/20 and 12/15/20] Comment At ifs October 15 meeting, by a vote of 42 (Martin and Nolte in the negative), the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of this annexation. Approval will incorporate the subject property into the City limits, pending approval from the state's City Development Board. rY-to+lrn-,-�tfo �f'l°rz7v(�r—SanQ�)\IlttiirnS ) ✓-off �/� fiction (t t IT'efY\ i V�c(e-R t2; Tt'�w — SOi�'1 / 11'�U✓V�ks 7/0. 10.b. Carson Farm Rezoning Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 196.17 acres of land located west of Highway 218 and south of Rohret Rd. from s� County Residential (R) and County Urban Residential (RUA) to Interim Development Single -Family Residential (ID -RS) zone. Comment At its October 15 meeting, by a vote of 42 (Martin and Nolte in the negative), the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the rezoning, subject to a condition related to satisfaction of the Comprehensive Plan's annexation policy pertaining to affordable housing as stated in Resolution 18-211. 1. Public Hearing [Continued from 12/1/20 and 12/15/20] 2. Consider an Ordinance (First Consideration) [Deferred from 12/120 and 12/15/20] January 5, 2021 Iowa City City Council Agenda Page 5 10.c. Rezoning - 410 and 412 N. Clinton Street Ordinance rezoning property located at 410-412 North Clinton 5et--' Street from High Density Multi -Family Residential (RM -44) to RM - 44 with a Historic District Overlay (RM -44 / OHD). (REZ20-0009) Comment At its meeting on December 10, 2020 the Historic Preservation Commission recommended approval of this local landmark rezoning. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval at its meeting on December 17, 2020. 1. Public Hearing AoSon: 0-ILV e C( 2. Consider an Ordinance( (First Consideration) Adkn Ytil r fyAt & Scs 10.d. Rezonina at 400 N. Clinton St and 112 E. Davenport St Ordinance conditionally rezoning approkimately 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) (Pass & Adopt) Comment At its meeting on October 15, 2020 the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the rezoning by a vote of 5-1 (Townsend dissenting) subject to a condition that requires substantial compliance with the site plan and elevations dated July 1, 2020 if any PIRM bonus provisions or minor adjustments are requested for the property. Staff �is requesting defrr deferral to 1/19/21. Coespondence�included in Council pac ket Action:- 40 I I 19.1 Z1 — 1 Yi o mC5& ScX l� t 7�0 . Accep+ co rr espon derice - S,, -QJ,( -&fIU5 7(p January 5, 2021 Iowa City City Council Agenda Page 6 10.e. Zoning Code Amendment - PRM Zone Bonus Provisions Ordinance Ordinance to amend Title 14 Zoning to allow minor adjustments in Planned High Density MutWamily Residential (PRM) zones for new construction projects which involve preserving a separate historic structure. (REZ20-0005) (Pass & Adopt) Comment At its October 15 meeting, by a vote of 6-0, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of this amendment Approval will allow minor adjustments to zoning regulations for new constriction projects in PRM zones which involve preserving a separate historic shed ire. The purpose is to incentivize the designation of 410-412 N. Clinton Street as a local historic landmark, which would occur in oonjurxfion with the redevelopment of 400 N. Ginton Street and 112 E. Davenport Street The amendment may also inoentivize future historic preservation efforts. Staff is requesting deferral to 1/19/21. )6) 10.f. Rezoning at 109,111,115,117, and 121 E. Colleqe St - Local Historic Landmark Ordinance rezoning appro)amately 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) (Pass & Adopt) (Deferred from 12/1/20) Comment At its meeting on May 14, 2020 the Historic Preservation Commission determined that the properties meet the requirements for local landmark designation. At its meeting on May 21, the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the rezoning by a vote of 7-0. Applicant requests deferral to 1/19/21. Correspondence included in Council packet � IGv -7j0 /T�tr January 5, 2021 Iowa City City Council Agenda Page 7 i-7 (o. Regular Formal Agenda 11. Scott Boulevard Trunk Sewer Extension 2 I- S Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the �—E; construction of the Scott Boulevard Trunk Sanitary Sewer Extension 5� Project, establishing amount of bid security to accompany each bid, e f directing City Cleric to post notice to bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids. Comment The project generally incudes the extension of a 24 -inch sanitary sewer from the Iowa Interstate Railroad northward along the North Branch of Snyder Creek to American Legion Road. The estimated project cost is $1,660,000 and will be funded by wastewater operational funds. 1. Public Hearing 2. Consider Resolution / Adan �ea r�rec I � f �I C� 0, T 12. Human Rights Ordinance Update Ordinance Amending Title 2 of the City Code, entitled "Human Rights," to update methods of service allowed. (First Consideration) Comment Certified mail was once the preferred method of ensuring delivery of important documents. Certified mail, however, often involves significant delay, as recipients do not timely retrieve it. During the COVID-19 crisis, it has become apparent that email service would expedite the investigative process while remaining safe, secure, and verifiable. This ordinance adds the optionsofservice byemail and personal service. Action: I��j h e 1 �C2J1 i t -7(0 a --r- 13. Purchase of 2021 Taylor Drive Zl- Resolution approving a purchase agreement for a duplex property located at 2021 Taylor Drive for the South District Home Investment 5� Partnership Program. Comment Staff has negotiated a purchase agreement with the owner of 2021-2023 Taylor Drive for $150,000 contingent on City Council approval as part of the South District Home Investrnent Partnership Program. The duplex will be rehabbed, converted to a two -unit condominium, and sold to two inoome-elgible families. Atbon: l cN � , I r) -TLA) January 5, 2021 Iowa City City Council Agenda Page 8 14. Homeless Outreach Services Agreement 2 Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest an agreement with Shelter House for Street Outreach Services. Comment This is an agreement between the City and Shelter House for Street Outreach Services. The agreement will allow for the creation of a new shelter House position that will work to conned those experienang homeless with available services. The City's $35,000 annual oommitrnent toward this new position will reduce the need for law enforcement involvement in homeless outreach and will help prevent calls for service from the public. Action: r V1Lti S�Sl�s�/ lr 15. Council Appointments Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific qualifications are stated 15.a. Parks and Recreation Commission - One vacancy to fill a four- year term, January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024. (Terre expires for Jamie Venzon) 15.b. Parks and Recreation Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term. Upon appointment - December 31, 2022. (Blake Winter c,L -1-a-e� t 7 r ) YYl i YVt� %� CD LJ 15.c. Senior Center Commission - One vacancies to fill a three-year term, January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023. (Term expires for Robert Finlayson) 15.a115,C- — SD I'k- IL,)t I y\.,�' , -7/0 January 5, 2021 Iowa City City Council Agenda Page 9 16. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific qualifications are stated. [Staff w ll 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. Senior Center Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term. Upon appointment - December 31, 2022. (George Nelson resigned) Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., January 26, 2021. 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 tern, 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. (Tern expired for Kyla Paterson) Vacancies will remain open until filled January 5, 2021 Iowa City City Council Agenda Page 10 a� �41 7. Community Comment [IF NECESSARY] (ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA) 18. City Council Information - Se -e, -e X - �c,_ 19. Report on Items from City Staff a. City Manager — b. Assistant City Manager C. City Attorney d. City Cleric 20. Adjourn Tjo. January 5, 2021 Iowa City City Council Agenda Page 11