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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-09-21 Council minutesSubject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office 356-5041 Summary of Minutes September 21, 2021 - 6:00 PM Iowa City City Council regular meeting, held at The Center - Assembly Room, 28 S. Linn St. Mayor Teague presiding. Council members present: Bergus, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Teague , Thomas, Weiner. Staff members present: Fruin, Jones, Kilburg, Goers, Fruehling, Knoche, Sitzman, Nagle-Gamm. USG: Van Heukelom, Miglin. 1. Call to Order 2. Proclamations 2.a. Domestic Violence Awareness Month Alta Medea Peters, accepting. 2.b. Fire Prevention Week Fire Marshall Brian Greer accepting. 3. Special Presentations 3.a. COVID Update - Johnson County Public Health Sam Jarvis, Community Health Division Manager presenting. Beginning of Consent Calendar 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. Work Session Minutes: September 7 4.b. Formal Summary of Minutes: September 7 5. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions 5.a. Board of Adjustment: August 11 5.b. Historic Preservation Commission: July 21 5.c. Historic Preservation Commission: August 12 5.d. Parks & Recreation Commission: June 9 5.e. Parks & Recreation Commission: August 11 6. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk) 6.a. Liquor License - Renewals 1. Class C Liquor License for FilmScene, dba FilmScene, 404 E. College St. 2. Class C Liquor License for Bread Garden of Iowa City, L.C. dba Bread Garden Market and Bakery, 225 S. Linn St. 3. Outdoor Service Area for Bread Garden of Iowa City, L.C. dba Bread Garden Market and Bakery, 225 S. Linn St. 4. Class C Liquor License for Mondo's of Iowa City, Inc., dba Joseph's Steakhouse, 212 S. Clinton St. September 21, 2021 Summary of Minutes Page 1 5. Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Red Ginger Sushi Bistro Inc., dba Red Ginger, 1301 S. Gilbert St. 6. Class C Liquor License for Immerfall Investments, LLC, dba Donnelly's, 110 E. College St. 7. Class C Liquor License for IC Entertainment, LC, dba Bardot Iowa, 347 S. Gilbert St. 8. Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Maid -Rite Inc., dba Burger Haul, 112 E. College St. 6.b. Liquor License - New 1. Special Class C Liquor License for Iowa City Downtown Self Supported Municipal Improve, dba Iowa City Downtown District (Oktoberfest), 200-300 Block of Market St., and 100-200 N. Linn St. 7. Resolutions and Motions 7.a. Resolution approving an agreement with the Downtown District to allow the sale of beer under limited circumstances on City streets and parking lot for Oktoberfest. (Resolution 21-252) 7.b. Resolution authorizing the procurement of Janitorial Services for the City of Iowa City Transportation Services Department. (Resolution 21-253) 7.c. Resolution accepting the work for the Hawk Ridge Drive — Highway 1 Water Main Repair Construction Project. (Resolution 21-254) 7.d. Resolution accepting the work for, sanitary sewer, water main, and certain sidewalk public improvements for Capital Subdivision, and declaring public improvements open for public access and use. (Resolution 21-255) 7.e. Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest an agreement between the City of Iowa City and Sharon Telephone Company to use a portion of public right-of-way way for the installation, operation and maintenance of a fiber optic communications system. (Resolution 21-256) 7.f. Resolution approving, authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest an agreement by and between the City of Iowa City and Shive-Hattery, Inc. of Iowa City, Iowa to provide consultant services for the Fairchild Street Reconstruction Project. (Resolution 21-257) 7.g. Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Muscatine Avenue Pedestrian Crossing Project. 8. Setting Public Hearings 8.a. Motion setting a public hearing for October 5, 2021 on an ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code and Title 15, Land Subdivision, creating form -based zones and standards as identified in the South District Plan. (REZ21-0005) September 21, 2021 Summary of Minutes Page 2 8.b. Motion setting a public hearing for October 5, 2021 on a resolution to amend the South District Plan, a part of Iowa City's Comprehensive Plan, to facilitate development that follows form -based principles. (CPA21-0001) 9. Correspondence 9.a. Competitive Quotation Memo End of Consent Calendar Councilor Taylor noted that item 4.b needed a correction to the minutes when referring to the Senior Center Month proclamation, it should have stated the proclamation was accepted by the Senior Center Commission Chair. Motion to approve consent calendar, removing item 7.g for separate consideration. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J. Thomas. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) 7.g. Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Muscatine Avenue Pedestrian Crossing Project. Motion to defer to 10/05/2021. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J. Weiner. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) 10. Community Comment (items not on the agenda) [UNTIL 7 PM] The following individuals appeared: Judy Pfohl; Tracy Jon Sargeant, Angie Jordan, V. Fixer-Oraiz presented a power point; Jay Honohan. 11. Planning and Zoning Matters 11.a. Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code to allow self-service storage uses by special exception in CC -2 zoning districts. (REZ21-0007) (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 21-4864. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by J. Weiner, seconded by S. Mims. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) 11.b. Letter to the Johnson County Planning and Zoning Commission in support of a rezoning from County Agricultural (A) to County Residential (R) for approximately 5.37 acres of property located in unincorporated Johnson County at 5110 American Legion Road SE. (CREZ21-0002) Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented a power point. Motion to approve. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J. Weiner. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) September 21, 2021 Summary of Minutes Page 3 Regular Formal Agenda 12. Resolution authorizing the procurement of Facilitator for the Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Commission. City Manager Fruin gave a recap of the 9/7/21 City Council meeting discussion and noted the decision and vote of the 9/2/21 Truth and Reconciliation Commission meeting. The following individuals appeared: Selena Martin, Tracy Jon Sargeant, Royecann Porter, Orville Townsend, Anthony Smith, Mohamed Traore, Cliff Johnson, Anthony Currin, V. Fixmer-Oraiz, Angie Jordan, Bernadine Franks, Marian Coleman, Chastity Dillard, Billie Townsend, Kearns & West representatives - Larry Schooler, Kyle Vint, Eduardo Gonzales. Individual Council members expressed their views. Motion to approve. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by S. Mims. Motion Failed. (3 Ayes) Nays: Salih, Taylor, Teague, Thomas. 13. 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. Climate Action Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term. Upon appointment - December 31, 2022. (Madeleine Bradley resigned) Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 28, 2021. 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 a three-year term, effective upon appointment - June 30, 2024. (Formerly advertised) Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St.) - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, effective upon appointment - June 30, 2022. (Lyndi Kiple resigned) Vacancies will remain open until filled. 14. Community Comment [IF NECESSARY] (ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA) The following individuals appeared: Anna Van Heukelom, USG Liaison and Elizabeth Miglin, USG Alternate Liaison, presented USG updates. September 21, 2021 Summary of Minutes Page 4 15. City Council Information Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming meetings, community events, and items of interest. 16. Report on Items from City Staff a. City Manager City Manager Fruin welcomed Redmond Jones II as the new Deputy City Manager and thanked Assistant City Manager Rachel Kilburg for pitching in and taking on the additional workload over the last four months. Fruin also noted the Climate Fest activities and encouraged all to get involved with items of interest. b. Deputy City Manager Deputy City Manager Jones stated he was excited for the opportunity and was looking forward to working with everyone. c. City Attorney City Attorney Goers welcomed Jones and noted he was looking forward to working with him. d. City Clerk City Clerk Fruehling also welcomed Jones to the City. 17. Adjourn Motion to adjourn at 9:01 PM. Moved by M Salih, seconded by S. Mims. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) YV u' Kellie K.fFruehling, City Clerk September 21, 2021 eague, Mayor Summary of Minutes Page 5 I ` d: aw .6p.cgAiriiii CITY OE IOWA CITY www.icgov.org September 21, 2021 ATTACHMENTS: Description Work Session Minutes: September 7 Item Number: 4.a. -` CITY OF IOWA CITY MEMORANDUM Date: September 15, 2021 To: Mayor and City Council From: Kellie Fruehling, City Clerk Re: Council Work Session, September 7, 2021, 4:00 p.m. at The Center — Assembly Room Council: Bergus, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Teague, Thomas, Weiner Staff: Fruin, Kilburg, Goers, Fruehling, Knoche, Havel, Sovers, Hightshoe, Nagle-Gamm, Bockenstedt, Fleagle USG: Van Heukelom, Miglin (A transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.) Staff presentation and recommendations on priority programs for the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds City Manager Fruin and Assistant City Manager Kilburg presented a power point on the following: • Brief review of the American Rescue Plan Act • Summary of key past and ongoing local relief programs • Overview of initial public input efforts • Presentation of recommendations Staff asked for Council direction on general priority areas and balance of estimated funding allocations. Individual Council members expressed their views. Action: Council provided general concurrence for the initial staff recommendations on use of ARPA funds. Staff will begin to explore collaborations with Johnson County staff and request a joint meeting at a time in which the Board of Supervisors will be ready to discuss areas of mutual interest. Clarification of Agenda items No discussion. Information Packet Discussion [August 19, August 26, September 21 ➢ August 19 — No discussion. August 26 1. (IP3, Memo from Human Rights Coordinator: 2020 Racial Equity Report Card) Councilor Bergus noted the report and information. 2. (IP4, Social Justice & Racial Equity: 2nd Quarter Update, April - July 2021) Councilor Bergus noted the report and information. September 2 1. (IP1, Council Tentative Meeting Schedule) Councilors discussed future meeting locations. Action: Council meetings will be staying at The Center for the foreseeable future. Council Work Session September 7, 2021 Page 2 Council updates on assigned boards, commissions, and committees No discussion. Adjourn 5:32 p.m. I ` d: .6p.cgAiriilia- .7•11§ CITY OE IOWA CITY www.icgov.org September 21, 2021 ATTACHMENTS: Description Formal Summary of Minutes: September 7 Item Number: 4.b. Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office 356-5041 Summary of Minutes September 7, 2021 - 6:00 PM Iowa City City Council regular meeting, held at The Center - Assembly Room, 28 S. Linn St. Mayor Teague presiding. Council members present: Bergus, Mims, Salih, Taylor, Teague , Thomas, Weiner. Staff members present: Fruin, Kilburg, Goers, Fruehling, Sitzman, Fleagle, Ralston, Walz. USG: Van Heukelom, Miglin. 1. Call to Order 2. Proclamations 2.a. Iowa City Welcoming Week Jason Glass, Human Rights Commissioner, accepting. 2.b. International Day of Peace David Hempel, accepting on behalf of Veterans for Peace, Iowa Physicians for Social Responsibility, City of Iowa City Equity and Human Rights Office, Johnson County Chapter, and United Nations Association -USA 2.c. National Hispanic Heritage Month Jessica Andino, Human Rights Commissioner, accepting. 2.d. National Senior Center Month Angela McConville, Senior Center Commission Chair, 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. Work Session Minutes: August 17 3.b. Formal Summary of Minutes: August 17 4. Receive and File Minutes of Boards and Commissions 4.a. Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission: August 5 4.b. Airport Commission: July 8 4.c. Airport Commission: July 15 4.d. Board of Adjustment: June 30 4.e. Board of Adjustment: July 14 4.f. Historic Preservation Commission: July 8 4.g. Housing & Community Development Commission: June 17 4.h. Human Rights Commission: July 27 4.i. Library Board of Trustees: July 22 4.j. Parks & Recreation Commission: May 12 4.k. Planning & Zoning Commission: August 5 4.1. Senior Center Commission: July 15 September 7, 2021 Summary of Minutes Page 1 5. Permit Motions and Resolutions (as recommended by the City Clerk) 5.a. Liquor License - Renewals 1. Class C Liquor License for Caffrey IC, Inc., dba Iowa City Fieldhouse, 118 S. Dubuque St. 2. Class C Liquor License for caffrey, inc., dba DC's, 124 S. Dubuque St. 3. Class C Liquor License for Sun Enterprise LLC, dba Oryza Asian Cuisine, 5 Sturgis Corner Dr., #1000 4. Class C Beer Permit for ND Express, dba North Dodge Express, 2790 N. Dodge St. 5. Class C Liquor License for Mexico Wayne's LLC, dba Short's Burgers -Eastside, 521 Westbury Dr. 6. Outdoor Service Area for Mexico Wayne's LLC, dba Short's Burgers -Eastside, 521 Westbury Dr. 7. Class E Liquor License for Linn Food LLC, dba Hawkeye Smoke and Liquor, 108 E. College St. 8. Class E Liquor License for Iowa 76 LLC, dba Liquor Downtown, 315 S. Gilbert St. 9. Class C Liquor License for Aramark Sports and Entertainment Services, LLC, dba Aramark, 456 Carver Hawkeye Arena 10. Outdoor Service Area for Aramark Sports and Entertainment Services, LLC, dba Aramark, 456 Carver Hawkeye Arena 11. Class C Liquor License for Hall P1 Ventures Corp., dba Airliner Bar, 22 S. Clinton St. 12. Class C Beer Permit for ND Express, Inc., dba J&S Express, 2221 Rochester Ave. 5.b. Liquor License - New 1. Class B Liquor License for Bradford Allen Hospitality Investments LLC, dba Hyatt Place Iowa City, 255 E. Court St. 6. Resolutions and Motions 6.a. Motion to approve disbursements in the amount of $23,818,110.27 for the period of July 1 through July 31, 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. Motion granting a 90 -day extension to the Community Police Review Board for the filing of the Public Report with the City Council on Complaint #20-02, #20-05, #20-06, #20-07, and #20-08. 6.c. Resolution Amending FY2022 Inter -fund Transfers. (Resolution 21-236) 6.d. Resolution amending the budgeted positions in the Development Services Division of the Neighborhood and Development Services Department by deleting one full-time Development Regulations Specialist position and adding one full-time Associate Planner -Urban Planning position and amending the AFSCME pay plan by deleting the position Development Regulations Specialist from grade 13. (Resolution 21-237) September 7, 2021 Summary of Minutes Page 2 6.e. Resolution accepting payment of $300.00 civil penalty and waiver of right to hearing from Hawkeye Smoke & Liquor. (Resolution 21-238) 6.f. Resolution approving, authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest an Agreement by and between the City of Iowa City and Snyder & Associates, Inc., of Iowa City, Iowa to provide engineering services for the 2022 Park Renovations Project. (Resolution 21-239) 6.g. -< Resolution approving, authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest an Agreement by and between the City of Iowa City and Strand Associates, Inc., of Madison, Wisconsin to provide engineering services for the Digester Complex Rehabilitation Project. (Resolution 21-240) 6.h. Resolution approving, authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest an Agreement by and between the City of Iowa City and SCS Engineering, Inc. to provide engineering consultant services for the Landfill Facility Pian 2021 — 2050. (Resolution 21-241) 6.i. Resolution authorizing the acquisition of property interests necessary for construction of the Rochester Avenue Reconstruction from Ralston Creek to N. First Avenue Project. (Resolution 21-242) 6.j. Resolution authorizing the acquisition of property interests necessary for construction of the North Westminster Storm Sewer Improvements Project. (Resolution 21-243) 6.k. Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Nevada Avenue Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project. (Resolution 21-244) 6.1. Resolution accepting the work for the Park Road Thru Arch Bridge — Pedestrian Deterrent Project. (Resolution 21-245) 6.m. Resolution accepting the work for the Villa Park Shelter Project. (Resolution 21-246) 7. Correspondence 7.a. Competitive Quotation Memo 7.b. Iowa River Trail Culvert - Emergency Repair 7.c. Establish No Parking Corner to Here prohibition on Sunset Street End of Consent Calendar Motion to approve. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by L. Bergus. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) September 7, 2021 Summary of Minutes Page 3 8. Community Comment (items not on the agenda) [UNTIL 7 PM] The following individuals appeared regarding items not on the agenda: Ninoska Campos, Juan Martinez, Barb Stanerson, Keyla (child), Katie Biechler, Eric Harris, Sindy Zapata, Nancy Rudales, Ann Houlahan, Jessica Andino, Maureen Vasile, Pat Bowen, Ingrid Ramirez, Freddy ?, Anita Munoz, Zulay Mora, Noah ?, Emily Sinnwell 9. Planning and Zoning Matters 9.a. Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code to allow self-service storage uses by special exception in CC -2 zoning districts. (REZ21-0007) A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented a power point. The following individuals appeared: Caleb Wilson, Brian Hoel. Individual Council members expressed their views. Motion to give first consideration. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by J. Weiner. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) 9.b. Ordinance vacating approximately 6,098 square feet of public right-of-way running north from Lafayette Street east of S. Dubuque Street and authorizing conveyance to Gilbane Development Company. (VAC20-0003) (Second Consideration) Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by P. Taylor. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Abstain: Bergus. Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance 21-4863. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Abstain: Bergus. Motion to accept correspondence from Michael Welch. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by S. Mims. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Abstain: Bergus. Regular Formal Agenda 10. Resolution Amending the Current Budget for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2022. A public hearing was held. Budget & Compliance Officer Fleagle presented a power point. The following individual appeared: Noah. Individual Council members expressed their views. Motion to approve Resolution 21-247. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) 11. Resolution approving the preliminary operational budget for the Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation Commission that runs from July of 2021 through December of 2021. City Manager Fruin presented information. City Attorney Goers provided additional information. The following individual appeared: Annie Tucker. Individual Council members expressed their views. Motion to approve. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J. Weiner. Motion Other. (0 Ayes) September 7, 2021 Summary of Minutes Page 4 Motion to approve as amended Resolution 21-248. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by J. Weiner. Motion Passed. (7 Ayes) 12. Resolution authorizing the installation of speed humps on Friendship Street, between Meadow Street and the bridge west of Upland Avenue. MPOJC Executive Director Ralston presented information. The following individuals appeared: Brandon Ross, Noah. City Manager Fruin provided additional information. Individual Council members expressed their views. Motion to approve Resolution 21-249. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by L. Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Weiner. Motion to accept correspondence Frank and Joyce Ruplinger, Paul Show. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by M. Salih. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Weiner. 13. Resolution authorizing the installation of speed humps on Duck Creek Drive between Duck Creek Place and the trail at Hunter's Run Park. MPOJC Executive Director Ralston presented information. The following individual appeared: Karen Rietz. Individual Council members expressed their views. Motion to approve Resolution 21-250. Moved by M. Salih, seconded by S. Mims. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Weiner. Motion to accept correspondence from Jian Huang and Sheen Liu (x2), Karen Nelson (x3), Thomas Rietz, Sara Maples, Gene Chrischilles, Nicole Weinkauf, Sara Penn, Mark and Tiffany Olson, Tracy Vest, Mary Reiland, Pat Penn. Moved by L. Bergus, seconded by M. Salih. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Weiner. 14. Resolution authorizing the installation of speed humps on Kenneth Drive, between Court Street and Camden Road. MPOJC Executive Director Ralston presented information. The following individual appeared: Kevin Rauch. Assistant Planner Walz provided additional information. Individual Council members expressed their views. Motion to approve Resolution 21-251. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by M. Salih. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Weiner. Motion to accept correspondence. Moved by S. Mims, seconded by L. Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Weiner. 15. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous Applicants MUST reside in Iowa City and be 18 years of age unless specific qualifications are stated. [Staff will not publish additional notices after the initial announcement; but will continue to advertise vacancies on the City website and Council agenda. More information may be found on the City website or in the City Clerk's office. Climate Action Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term. Upon appointment - December 31, 2022. (Madeleine Bradley resigned) September 7, 2021 Summary of Minutes Page 5 Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 28, 2021. 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 a three-year term, effective upon appointment - June 30, 2024. (Formerly advertised) Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St.) - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, effective upon appointment - June 30, 2022. (Lyndi Kiple resigned) Vacancies will remain open until filled. 16. Community Comment [IF NECESSARY] (ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA) The following individuals appeared: Anna Van Heukelom, USG Liaison and/or Elizabeth Miglin, USG Alternate Liaison, presented USG updates. 17. City Council Information - None. 18. Report on Items from City Staff a. City Manager - None. b. Assistant City Manager - None. c. City Attorney - None. d. City Clerk - None. 19. Adjourn Motion to adjourn at 9:13 pm. Moved by J. Thomas, seconded by S. Mims. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes) Absent: Weiner. Kellie K. Fruehling, Ci Clerk September 7, 2021 'earl -- e Teague, Mayor Summary of Minutes Page 6