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Summary of Minutes
June 1, 2021 - 6:00 PM
Electronic Meeting (Pursuant to Iowa Code section 21.8) An electronic meeting was held
because a meeting in person was impossible or impractical due to concerns for the health
and safety of council members, staff and the public presented by COVID-19.
Iowa City City Council electronic regular meeting, held via Zoom Meeting Platform. Mayor
Teague presiding. Council members present: Bergus, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Teague, Thomas,
Weiner. Council members absent: None. Staff members present: Fruin, Monroe, Kilburg,
Dulek, Fruehling, Hightshoe, Sitzman, Nagle-Gamm, Knoche, Sovers, Van Dyke. USG: Van
Heukelom, Miglin.
Call to Order
2. Proclamations
2.a. Jewish American Heritage month
Rabbi Esther Hugenholtz accepting.
2.b. LGBTQ+ Pride month
Tony Sivanthaphanith on behalf of Iowa City Pride accepting.
2.c. National Gun Violence Awareness Day
Temple Hiatt on behalf of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America accepting.
Beginning of Consent Calendar (Items 3 — 7)
Consider adoption of the Consent Calendar as presented or amended
3. Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk)
3.a. Special Formal Summary of Minutes: May 10
3.b. Special Work Session Minutes: May 11
3.c. Special Formal Summary of Minutes: May 12
3.d. Regular Work Session Minutes: May 18
3.e. Regular Formal Summary of Minutes: May 18
4. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
4.a. Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Commission: April 29
4.b. City Council Rules Committee: May 24
4.c. Historic Preservation Commission: April 8
4.d. Human Rights Commission: April 27
4.e. Parks & Recreation Commission: April 14
4.f. Public Art Advisory Committee: March 4
4.g. Public Art Advisory Committee: April 15
4.h. Civil Service Commission: April 28
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5. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
5.a. Liquor License - Renewals
1. Class A Liquor License for Iowa City Lodge No 1096 Loyal Order
of Moose, dba Loyal Order of Moose Lodge # 1096, 3151 Hwy. 6 E.
2. Class E Liquor License for Southside Spirits LLC, dba Southside
Liquor & Tobacco, 1921 Keokuk St.
3. Class C Beer Permit for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee #3 Gas, 1103 N.
Dodge St.
4. Class C Liquor License for Hy -Vee, Inc., dba Hy -Vee Market Cafe,
1125 N. Dodge St.
5. Class E Liquor License for John's Grocery, Inc., dba John's
Grocery, Inc., 401 E. Market St.
5.b. Liquor License - New
1. Class C Beer Permit for Omega Puff LLC, dba The Konnexion,
106 S. Linn St.
6. Resolutions and Motions
6.a. Motion to approve disbursements in the amount of $9,322,749.63 for
the period of April 1 through April 30, 2021, as recommended by the
Finance Director subject to audit. Disbursements are published and
permanently retained in the City Clerk's office in accordance with State
Code.
6.b. Resolution Adopting the Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Commission
By -Laws. (Resolution 21-143)
6.c. Resolution amending the budgeted positions in the Neighborhood
Services Division of the Neighborhood and Development Service
Department by increasing a .63 FTE Housing Program Assistant
position to a 1.0 FTE. (Resolution 21-144)
6.d. Resolution amending budgeted positions in the Water Division of the
Public Works Department by deleting one full-time Maintenance
Worker I — Water Customer Service position and adding one full-time
Maintenance Worker II - Water Service position. (Resolution 21-145)
6.e. Resolution adopting a permit system for solid waste containers in the
downtown alleys, rescinding Resolution No. 17-29, and extending the
duration of the current permit. (Resolution 21-146)
6.f. Resolution accepting the work for the Riverfront Crossings Park,
Phase 4 Project. (Resolution 21-147)
6.g. Resolution accepting the work for the City of Iowa City Belt Filter
Press Project. (Resolution 21-148)
6.h. Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the City Engineer to sign
a contract for construction of the Melrose Avenue / IWV Road —
Highway 218 to Hebl Avenue Improvement Project [STP -U-3715(668)--
70-50]. (Resolution 21-149)
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6.i. Resolution approving the final plat of Cardinal Pointe West — Part 3,
Iowa City, Iowa. (SUB21-0002) (Resolution 21-150)
7. Setting Public Hearings
7.a. Resolution setting a public hearing on June 15, 2021 on the project
manual and estimate of cost for the construction of the Nevada
Avenue Sanitary Sewer Replacement Construction Project, directing
City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and directing the City
Engineer to place said project manual on file for public inspection.
(Resolution 21-151)
7.b. Resolution setting a public hearing on June 15, 2021 on project manual
and estimate of cost for the construction of the Lower City Park and
Kimball Road Storm Sewer Improvement Project, directing City Clerk
to publish notice of said hearing, and directing the City Engineer to
place said project manual on file for public inspection. (Resolution 21-152)
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve as amended. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
8. Community Comment (items not on the agenda) [UNTIL 7 PM]
The following individuals appeared: Nicholas Theisen regarding use of Johnson County's
MRAP in the south district and the clearing of homeless encampments; Mohamed Traore
regarding use of Johnson County's MRAP in the south district and the excluded workers
fund; Audrey Keith regarding affordable housing issues; Annie Gudenkauf regarding use
of Johnson County's MRAP in the south district, the clearing of homeless encampments
and the excluded workers fund; Stephany Hoffelt regarding Iowa City Mutual Aid
Collective; Taylor Kohn regarding Police violence and intimidation tactics, the clearing of
homeless encampments and the excluded workers fund; Dan Kauble and David Sterling
regarding the excluded workers fund, use of Johnson County's MRAP in the south district
and the clearing of homeless encampments; Ronilo Ragodos regarding the clearing of
homeless encampments; Harry Manaligod regarding se of Johnson County's MRAP in the
south district and the clearing of homeless encampments.
9. Planning and Zoning Matters
9.a. Ordinance conditionally rezoning approximately 48.75 acres of land located
south of N. Scott Boulevard and west of N. 1st Avenue from Interim
Development Single -Family (ID -RS) to Low Density Single -Family with
a Planned Development Overlay (OPD/RS-5) zone. (REZ20-0016)
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented
a power point. Councilor Thomas's statement regarding membership on Friends
of Hickory Hill Park. The following Individuals appeared: Michael Welch, Axiom
Consultants and Adam Tarr on behalf of Nelson Development; Terry Dickens,
Nicholas Theisen, Dan Kauble, Allison Jaynes, William Synan, Ann Synan, Casey
Kohrt, Tom Goedken, Bobby Jett, Annie Gudenkauf, Taylor Kohn, Mohamed
Traore, Adam Parker, Tanner King, Sabri Sky - Community Transportation
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Committee, Mila Grady. Individual Council members expressed their views. City
Manager Fruin provided additional information.
Motion to defer first consideration to 6/15/21. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J.
Weiner. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
9.b. Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning of the Iowa City code related to single-
family site development standards. (REZ21-0003) (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 21-4858. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by L.
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Regular Formal Agenda
10. Resolution authorizing conveyance of a single-family home located at 520 N.
Dodge Street.
A public hearing was held. Neighborhood and Development Services Director
Hightshoe presented information. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 21-153. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by L.
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
11. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the
construction of the Curb Ramp 2021 Project, establishing amount of bid
security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to post notice to bidders,
and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
A public hearing was held. Assistant City Engineer Sovers presented information.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 21-154. Moved by L. Bergus, seconded by J.
Weiner. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
12. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the
construction of the Public Housing Pavement Repair Project, establishing
amount of bid security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to post
notice to bidders, and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
A public hearing was held. Civil Engineer Van Dyke presented a power point.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 21-155. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J.
Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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13. Ordinance amending Title 10, entitled "Public Ways and Property," Chapter 9,
entitled "Parks and Recreation Regulations," to make park closure hours
uniform. (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M.
Salih. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 21-4859. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by
M. Salih. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
14. Resolution adopting the Iowa City Area Transit Study Plan.
Transportation Director Nagle-Gamm presented a power point. The following individuals
appeared: Mike Carberry, Rachel Smoak, Jeremy Endsley, Dan Kauble, David Sterling,
and Sabri Sky - Community Transportation Committee. Individual Council members
expressed their views. City Manager Fruin provided additional information.
Motion to approve Resolution 21-156. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by L. Bergus.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Nays: Salih.
Motion for free fares and directing staff to determine a mechanism to indicate who
is a low-income individual. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by P. Taylor. Motion Failed.
(2 Ayes) Nays: Bergus, Mims, Teague, Thomas, Weiner.
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J. Weiner. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
15. Resolution appointing Eric R. Goers as City Attorney and authorizing the
Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest an employment agreement.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 21-157. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by L.
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
16. Council Appointments
16.a. Community Police Review Board - One vacancy (At -Large) to fill a
four-year term, July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2025. (Brycen Myers declined
appointment) Correspondence included in Council Packet.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Saul Mekies. Moved by L. Bergus, seconded by S.
Mims. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by L.
Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Salih.
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17. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional notices after the initial
announcement; but will continue to advertise vacancies on the City website and
Council agenda. More information may be found on the City website or in the City
Clerk's office.
Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year term,
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025. (Formerly advertised)
Board of Appeals (Licensed Electrician) - One vacancy to fill a five-year term,
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025. (Term expired for John Forman Gay)
Historic Preservation Commission (East College St) - One vacancy to
fill an unexpired plus a three-year term, Effective upon appointment -
June 30, 2024. (Formerly advertised)
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 plus a three-year term, Effective upon appointment - June 30,
2024. (Formerly advertised)
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
17.a. Announcement of Vacancies — New
Human Rights Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term ending
December 31, 2021. (Noemi Ford resigned) Correspondence included in 5/28
late handouts.
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, July 13, 2021.
Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by L.
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
18. Community Comment [IF NECESSARY] (ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA)
The following individuals appeared: Anna Van Heukelom, USG Liaison,
presented USG updates.
19. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming meetings,
community events, and items of interest.
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20. Report on Items from City Staff
City Manager — City Manager Fruin congratulated Eric Goers on his appointment as
City Attorney and thanked Sue Dulek for her time as Interim City Attorney. Fruin also
thanked Deputy City Manager Monroe for her years with the City and wished her well
in her new role.
b. Deputy City Manager — Deputy City Manger Monroe thanked everyone for the
opportunity and noted how much she had enjoyed her time in Iowa City.
C. City Attorney — None.
d. City Clerk — None.
21. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 10:25 pm. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J. Weiner.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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Item Number: 3.a.
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Special Formal Summary of Minutes: May 10
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May 10, 2021
Iowa City City Council special formal meeting, 3:13 p.m. via Zoom meeting platform.
Mayor Teague presiding. Council members present: Bergus, Mims, Salih, Taylor,
Teague, Thomas, Weiner. Absent: None. Staff members present: Platz, Robinson.
Unless otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Bergus, seconded by Mims, to evaluate the professional competency of
individuals whose appointment, hiring, performance or discharge is being considered
when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individuals'
reputations and those individuals requested a closed session. (City Attorney). The
Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned into executive session 3:15 p.m.
Council returned to open session 4:15 p.m.
Moved by Mims, seconded by Salih, to adjourn special meeting 4:16 p.m.
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MEMORANDUM.
Date: May 18, 2021
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Ashley Platz, Deputy City Clerk
Re: Electronic Council Work Session, May 11, 2021, (3:00 p.m.), Zoom Meeting Platform
Council: Bergus, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Weiner
Staff: Fruin, Monroe, Kilburg, Dulek, Liston, Platz
(A transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.)
Electronic Meeting (Pursuant to Iowa Code section 21.8)
An electronic meeting was held because a meeting in person was impossible or impractical due
to concerns for the health and safety of council members, staff and the public presented by
COVID-19.
Review of Recommendations from the Preliminary Plan
City Manager Fruin presented a power point of the 36 recommendations from the Preliminary Plan (IP3
from the 5/6/21 Information Packet). Councilors reviewed and discussed each of the recommendations
and provided feedback for staff. Chief Liston provided additional information when requested.
Adjourn 5:02 p.m.
Item Number: 3.c.
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Iowa City City Council special formal meeting, 3:01 p.m. via Zoom meeting platform.
Mayor Teague presiding. Council members present: Bergus, Mims, Taylor, Teague,
Thomas, Weiner. Absent: Salih. Staff members present: Platz, Robinson. Unless
otherwise noted, all actions were affirmative and unanimous.
Moved by Taylor, seconded by Weiner, to evaluate the professional competency of
individuals whose appointment, hiring, performance or discharge is being considered
when necessary to prevent needless and irreparable injury to that individuals'
reputations and those individuals requested a closed session. (City Attorney). The
Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned into executive session 3:04 p.m.
Council returned to open session 4:58 p.m.
Moved by Bergus, seconded by Mims, to adjourn special meeting 4:59 p.m.
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MEMORANDUM
Date: May 26, 2021
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk
Re: Electronic Council Work Session, May 18, 2021, (4:00 p.m.), Zoom Meeting Platform
Council: Bergus, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Weiner
Staff: Fruin, Monroe, Kilburg, Fruehling, Dulek, Nagle-Gamm, Bockenstedt, Havel, Seydell-
Johnson, Hightshoe, Ford, Platz
UISG: Miglin
(A transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.)
Electronic Meeting (Pursuant to Iowa Code section 21.8)
An electronic meeting was held because a meeting in person was impossible or impractical due
to concerns for the health and safety of council members, staff and the public presented by
COVID-19.
American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding and associated process fIP31
City Manager Fruin provided a brief background of the ARP and introduced Assistant City Manager
Kilburg to present a power point on the State and Local Government Relief Allocations. Kilburg
discussed ARP allocations, the timing of allocations, the spending deadlines and the following overview
of guidance: 1) Responding to COVID public health & economic impacts. 2) Premium pay for eligible
workers performing essential work. 3) Replace lost revenue & restore government service levels. 4)
Necessary water, sewer & broadband infrastructure. Kilburg discussed encouraged uses and
framework for assessing use eligibility, transfer of funds per guidance, ineligible uses, and
recommended processes. City Manager Fruin asked for Council direction on the draft guiding
principles. Individual council members expressed their views.
Action: Staff will consider final revisions to the ARPA Guiding Principles and post to the City website
and will work with Communications on some initial public education and input opportunities.
Clarification of Agenda items
Mayor Teague opened discussion for the time allotted for community comment and suggested adding
language to the agenda. Discussion focused on keeping the time from three to five minutes, reducing it
down to two minutes or just keeping it at five minutes. Interim City Attorney Dulek provided information.
Individual council members expressed their views.
Action: Staff will work to incorporate advisory language on the community comment portion of the
meeting agenda. The language will include information on individual speaking time, duration of the
public comment period(s) and additional ways the public can communicate with Council.
Information Packet Discussion [May 6, May 131
No discussion.
Council updates on assigned boards, commissions, and committees
Council members reported on various assigned boards, commissions and committees.
Adjourn 5:29 p.m.
Item Number: 3.e.
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Electronic Meeting (Pursuant to Iowa Code section 21.8) An electronic meeting was held
because a meeting in person was impossible or impractical due to concerns for the
health and safety of council members, staff and the public presented by COVID-19.
Iowa City City Council electronic regular meeting, held via Zoom Meeting Platform. Mayor
Teague presiding. Council members present: Bergus, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Teague,
Thomas, Weiner. Council members absent: None. Staff members present: Fruin, Monroe,
Kilburg, Dulek, Fruehling, Hightshoe, Sitzman, Bockenstedt, Ford, Knoche, Nagle-Gamm.
USG: Van Heukelom, Miglin.
Call to Order
Mayor's statement regarding the mask order and CDC recommendations.
2. Proclamations
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(Proclamation will be presented at a later date)
3. Special Presentations
3.a. COVID Update - Johnson County Public Health
Sam Jarvis, Community Health Division Manager, presented a COVID Update.
Beginning of Consent Calendar (Items 4 - 8)
Consider adoption of the Consent Calendar as presented or amended
4. Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk)
4.a. Special Formal Summary of Minutes: May 4
4.b. Regular Work Session Minutes: May 4
4.c. Regular Formal Summary of Minutes: May 4
5. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions
5.a. Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission: April 15
5.b. Airport Commission: March 11
5.c. Community Police Review Board: April 14
6. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk)
6.a. Liquor License - Renewals
1. Class C Liquor License for Weekes -Van Eck Post #3949 Veterans
of Foreign Wars, dba Weekes -Van Eck Post #3949 Veterans of
Foreign Wars, 609 Highway 6 E.
2. Class C Liquor License for Quzer Inc., dba Shakespeare's, 8191st
Ave. S.
3. Outdoor Service Area for Quzer Inc., dba Shakespeare's, 8191st
Ave. S.
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6.b. Liquor License -New
1. Class B Liquor License for Highlander Hotel LLC, dba Highlander
Hotel, 2525 Highlander Place
2. Outdoor Service Area for Highlander Hotel LLC, dba Highlander
Hotel, 2525 Highlander Place
7. Resolutions and Motions
7.a. Resolution Amending and Adopting FY2021 Inter -fund Transfers.
(Resolution 21-125)
7.b. Resolution authorizing the procurement of equipment to upgrade the
storage area network for ITS operations. (Resolution 21-126)
7.c. Resolution approving an Energy Efficiency TIF Grant Agreement
between United Natural Foods, Inc. and the City of Iowa City.
(Resolution 21-127)
7.d. Resolution adopting the Investment Policy for the City of Iowa City and
rescinding Resolution No. 18-219. (Resolution 21-128)
7.e. Resolution correcting the final contract amount reimbursing CRANDIC
for work performed on the Burlington and Madison Intersection
Improvements Project. (Resolution 21-129)
71 Resolution Appointing Paying Agent, Bond Registrar, and Transfer
Agent, Approving the Paying Agent and Bond Registrar and Transfer
Agent Agreement and Authorizing the Execution of the Agreement.
(Resolution 21-130)
7.g. Resolution authorizing and providing for the issuance, and levying a tax
to pay the Bonds; Approval of the Tax Exemption Certificate and
Continuing Disclosure Certificate. (Resolution 21-131)
7.h. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest the
FY2022 agreement between the City of Iowa City and the City of
University Heights for the provision of transit service within the
corporate limits of University Heights. (Resolution 21-132)
7.1. Resolution adopting a policy for use of public right-of-way and City
Plaza for sidewalk cafes and rescinding Resolution No. 20-30.
(Resolution 21-133)
7.j. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest the
FY22 28E Agreement between the City of Iowa City and Johnson
County for the Mobility Coordinator position. (Resolution 21-134)
7.k. Resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign the Marketing
Agreement between the City of Iowa City and MidAmerican Energy.
(Resolution 21-135)
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7.1. Resolution authorizing the procurement of a replacement On -street
Parking Meter System Electronics for the City of Iowa City
Transportation Services Department. (Resolution 21-136)
8. Setting Public Hearings
8.a. Motion setting a public hearing for June 1, 2021 on an ordinance
conditionally rezoning approximately 48.75 acres of land located west of
N. 1st Avenue and south of Scott Boulevard from Interim Development
Single -Family Residential (ID -RS) to Low Density Single -Family
Residential with a Planned Development Overlay (OPD/RS-5). (REZ20-
0016)
8.b. Resolution setting public hearing for June 1, 2021, on a proposal to convey
a single-family home located at 520 N. Dodge Street. (Resolution 21-137)
8.c. Resolution setting a public hearing on June 1, 2021 on project manual
and estimate of cost for the construction of the Curb Ramp 2021
Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and
directing the City Engineer to place said project manual on file for public
inspection. (Resolution 21-138)
8.d. Resolution setting a public hearing on June 1, 2021 on project manual
and estimate of cost for the construction of the Public Housing
Pavement Repair Project, directing City Clerk to publish notice of said
hearing, and directing the City Engineer to place said project manual on
file for public inspection. (Resolution 21-139)
End of Consent Calendar
Motion to approve consent calendar. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
9. Community Comment (items not on the agenda) [UNTIL 7 PMj
The following individuals appeared: Kenn Bowen, Ann Houlahan, Kathy Lee -Son,
Patricia Bowen, Char Lange, Joan ?, and Alena Green regarding the Excluded
Workers fund; Martha Norbeck regarding single family zoning; Sara Barron, Johnson
County Affordable Housing Executive Director, regarding the Iowa rent and utility
assistance program and the Iowa foreclosure program; Nick Lindsley, President of the
Iowa City Downtown District, regarding annual meeting information; Nicholas Theisen,
Taylor Kohn, and Dulce Escorcia regarding Excluded Workers fund and
the Preliminary Plan to Restructure the Iowa City Police Department; Annie Gudenkauf
regarding public comment and the Preliminary Plan to Restructure the Iowa City Police
Department; Dan Kauble regarding the Excluded Workers fund and the 5/11 work
session; Bailey Baker regarding public comment, Excluded Workers fund and
the Preliminary Plan to Restructure the Iowa City Police Department; David Hemple
regarding racism in the US, the Excluded Workers fund and Iowa City policing.
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10. Planning and Zoning Matters
10.a. Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning of the Iowa City code related to single-
family site development standards. (REZ21-0003)
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman
presented a power point. Individual Council members expressed their
views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by L.
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
10.b. Ordinance to amend Title 14 Zoning regarding nonconforming drinking
establishments in a Historic Overlay District (OHD) zone and vacant for at
least two years. (REZ20-0015) (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J.
Weiner. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 21-4856. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by
S. Mims. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Regular Formal Agenda
11. Resolution amending the current budget for the fiscal year ending June 2021.
A public hearing was held. Budget & Compliance Officer Fleagle presented a power
point.
Motion to approve Resolution 21-140. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J. Weiner.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
12. Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction
of the 2021 Water Pavement Patching Project, establishing amount of bid
security to accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to post notice to bidders,
and fixing time and place for receipt of bids.
A public hearing was held. City Engineer Havel presented information.
Motion to approve Resolution 21-141. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J. Thomas.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
13. Ordinance amending Title 8, entitled "Police Regulations," Chapter 8, entitled
"Community Police Review Board," to lengthen the time period to file a
complaint and to allow the complainant to respond to the Police Chief's report.
(Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P. Taylor.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 21-4857. Moved by J. Weiner,
seconded by J. Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
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14. Ordinance amending Title 10, entitled "Public Ways and Property," Chapter 9,
entitled "Parks and Recreation Regulations," to make park closure hours
uniform (First Consideration)
Parks & Recreation Director Seydell-Johnson presented information. Individual
Council members expressed their views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by L. Bergus.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
15. Resolution approving a purchase agreement for B duplex properties for the
South District Home Investment Partnership Program.
Neighborhood & Development Services Director Hightshoe presented a power
point. The following individual appeared: Megan Alter. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
Motion to approve Resolution 21-142. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
16. Council Appointments
16.a. Airport Commission -One vacancy to fill a four-year term, July 1, 2021 -
June 30, 2025. (Term expires for Christopher Lawerence)
Correspondence included in Council packet.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Chris Lawrence. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P.
Taylor. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Warren Bishop, Airport
Commission Chair. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by S. Mims. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
16.b. Community Police Review Board - Two vacancies (1) At -Large and
(1) Current or former "peace officer" to fill a four-year term, July 1, 2021 -
June 30, 2025. (Term expires for Latisha McDaniel, David Selmer)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Theresa Seeberger, Brycen Myers. Moved by J. Weiner,
seconded by J. Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
16.c. Historic Preservation Commission (At -Large) -One vacancy to fill a
three-year term, July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2024. (Term expires for Quentin
Pitzen)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Margaret Beck. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by
J. Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Nays: Mims.
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16.d. Historic Preservation Commission (College Green) -One vacancy to fill
a three-year term, July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2024. (Term expires for Helen
Burford)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Noah Stork. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by P. Taylor.
Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
16.e. Housing & Community Development Commission - Three vacancies to
fill a three-year term, July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2024. (Term expires for
Megan Alter, Peggy Aguilar and Maria Padron)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Becci Reedus, Megan Alter, Kaleb Beining. Moved by
L. Bergus, seconded by S. Mims. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
16.f. Library Board of Trustees -Three vacancies to fill a six-year term, July 1,
2021 - June 30, 2027. (Term expires for John Beasley, Monique
Washington and Wesley Beary)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Dan Stevenson, Noa Kim, Daniel Keranen. Moved by S.
Mims, seconded by J. Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
16.g. Planning & Zoning Commission - Two vacancies to fill a five-year term,
July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2026. (Term expires for Mark Signs, Maggie
Elliott)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint Mark Signs, Maria Padron. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by
J. Weiner. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
16.h. Parks and Recreation Commission -One vacancy to fill an unexpired
term Upon appointment - December 31, 2022. (Timothy Shea resigned)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to appoint April Schmidt. Moved by P. Taylor, seconded by L.
Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes)
17. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific
qualifications are stated. (Staff will not publish additional notices after the initial
announcement; but will continue to advertise vacancies on the City website and
Council agenda. More information may be found on the City website or in the City
Clerk's office.
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Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment - One vacancy to fill a five-year term,
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025. (Formerly advertised)
Board of Appeals (Licensed Electrician) - One vacancy to fill a five-
year term, January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025. (Term expired for
John Forman Gay)
Historic Preservation Commission (East College St) - One vacancy to fill
an unexpired plus a three-year term, Effective upon appointment - June
30, 2024. (Formerly advertised)
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 plus a three-year term, Effective upon appointment - June 30,
2024. (Formerly advertised)
Vacancies will remain open until filled.
18. Community Comment [IF NECESSARY] (ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA)
The following individuals appeared: Anna Van Heukelom, USG Liaison,
presented USG updates.
19. City Council Information — none.
20. Report on Items from City Staff
a. City Manager — none.
b. Assistant City Manager — none.
C. City Attorney — none.
d. City Clerk — none.
21. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 8:20 pm. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P. Taylor. Motion
Passed. (7 Ayes)
Qrpde Teague, Mayor
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Kelli6 K. Fruehling, ity Clerk
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