HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-05/01/2000May 1, 2000
The Council of the City of Waterloo, Iowa, met in Regular Session at City Hall Council
Chambers, Waterloo, Iowa, at 5:30 p.m., on Monday, May 1, 2000. Mayor John R. Rooff in
the Chair. Roll Call: Anders, Jordan, Krizek, Murphy, Gronen, Getty, Berry.
Invocation by: Joyce Marshall, Ambassadors of Christ Church.
Pledge of Allegiance: Bernal Koehrsen, Police Chief.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
113662 - Martin Culpepper, 1731 Cottage, stated that he has concerns regarding the work
being done at the sewer plant, with John T. Jones Construction Company
withdrawing their bid. Mr. Culpepper stated that he is concerned that
minorities, especially African-Americans who represent 14 percent of the city's
population, are not being represented on the bids. Mr. Culpepper stated that
he feels the system in place is not working for them, and they are being
excluded as the companies did not pick any targeted small businesses. Mr.
Culpepper stated that it is kind of bad the local people can't get in on this,
they pay their taxes, and pay the one percent local option tax also. Mr.
Culpepper urged the council to look at the minorities seriously before they
make a decision.
Mayor Rooff stated that he talked to an individual from the EPA, and she
indicated that she had spoken with Mr. Culpepper. Mayor Rooff stated that the
city is changing the specifications to require businesses bidding on projects
to submit a list of MBE/WBE companies that were sent a copy of the
specifications, who bid and who did not bid and why they did not bid. Mayor
Rooff stated that the city will be making sure the contractors do everything
they can to include MBE/WBE companies.
Mr. Culpepper stated that the problem is minority companies submit bids and
never hear from the contractors why their bid was not approved. Mr. Culpepper
stated that he feels that minorities are just not being represented. Mr.
Culpepper stated that being local he feels it is sad someone else from another
state gets the work.
Mayor Rooff stated that all the city can do is make sure the contractors are
treating everyone fairly.
Councilperson Berry asked if we know who are all the minority contractors.
Mayor Rooff suggested that Councilperson Berry work with the city's Contract
Compliance Officer Rudy Jones on the list of minority contractors.
Getty/Murphy
that the above oral comments be received and placed on file. Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
113663 - Krizek/Jordan
that the Agenda, as amended to add Item 23a, for the Regular Session on Monday,
May 1, 2000, at 5:30 p.m., be accepted and approved. Ayes: Seven. Motion
carried.
113664 - Jordan/Gronen
that the Minutes, as proposed, for the Regular Session on Monday, April 24,
2000, at 5:30 p.m., be accepted and approved. Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Mayor Rooff read a proclamation declaring May 7-13, 2000, as Youth Week.
Mayor Rooff read of proclamation encouraging support of the Veterans of Foreign
Wars of the United States and showing support through the purchase of Buddy
Poppies on May 11-14, 2000.
HEARINGS
113665 - Anders/Jordan
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on the proposed One Year
Action Plan for F.Y. 2001 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME
Program funds, as published in the Waterloo Courier on April 25, 2000, be
received and placed on file. Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
May 1, 2000 Page 2
HEARINGS CONTINUED
113666 - This being the time and place of public hearing, the Mayor called for written
and oral objections.
Joyce Marshall, 226 Bates, Unity Neighborhood Association, stated that she is
concerned with the way the funds are being spent in her neighborhood. Ms.
Marshall stated that Community Development asked three times how they wanted to
spend their money, and after three times, they were told that the bulk of the
money would be going to Operation Threshold. Ms. Marshall stated that they
recognize the need for new houses, but there is also a need for funding
existing homes that need repair.
Mayor Rooff stated that four meetings were held with the Unity Neighborhood
Association, and that the only funds going to Operation Threshold are the Home
funds.
Rich Earles, Community Development Director, reported $700,000 will be spent on
single family rehabilitation, $121,000 on rehabilitation on homes that will be
purchased, rehabilitated and sold, $140,000 for new homes. Mr. Earles stated
that the bulk of the funds will be used for rehabilitation.
Ms. Marshall stated that the Unity Neighborhood Association is concerned that
funds are not allocated for upgrading Furgerson Field, installing lights in
dark neighborhoods, and curbs and gutters. Ms. Marshall stated that there was
a shooting in that area last year, and we need to make it safe for families.
Ms. Marshall stated that she hoped the city gives enough money to Operation
Threshold to make repairs. Ms. Marshall stated other things need to be done,
there are dilapidated buildings.
Mayor Rooff stated that the city is going to assist Operation Threshold to fix
the problems. Mayor Rooff stated that the Community Development Board is
focusing on housing and rehabilitation and there are funds from the Housing
Authority that will come into play. Mayor Rooff stated that we have never been
stingy in fixing their places.
Sherry Roberts, Village Initiative, stated that there was concern that the
Associations were told to make application to address their priorities, and
they feel they know what is best for their neighborhood. Ms. Roberts stated
that after three applications, the Associations felt why bother if they aren't
going to address their concerns.
Mr. Earles stated that there are funds available for demolition. Mr. Earles
stated that they are doing an environmental assessment on the property on
Mobile Street. When Unity Neighborhood Association first formed, they had a
long list, and the city is continuing to work on those priorities. Mr. Earles
stated that regarding three applications, that was notification of publication.
Mr. Earles stated that the city is working toward their goals and there is
money for demolition.
Ms. Marshall stated that Unity wants the city to focus on other things in the
neighborhood such as dilapidated buildings, lighting and safety. What good are
new homes when you have all those problems. Ms. Marshall stated they want new
homes but they want curb, gutters, and lights.
Mr. Earles stated that the city agrees and is taking that approach. Unity is a
fairly new Neighborhood Association and all of those things take time. Mr.
Earles stated that the city wants to work with Unity, and the overall goal is
to make neighborhoods safe.
Mayor Rooff suggested that the next time Unity meets with Councilperson Berry
they should talk about Unity's goals and where the funding should go.
Ms. Roberts stated that they are concerned with the process, figuring out the
short and long term goals. Ms. Roberts stated some people wondered why apply,
or they thought it was a survey and did not send it in. Others were told they
did not submit the application correctly.
Mayor Rooff suggested that Ms. Roberts and Village Initiative be an example and
set up a program as how to make application for funding. Mayor Rooff stated
that the city will give them the information we need, and then Ms. Roberts can
devise a standard application so people will understand how it works.
Krizek/Jordan
that the hearing be closed and oral and written comments be received and placed
on file. Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
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May 1, 2000
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HEARINGS CONTINUED
113667 - Jordan/Anders
Page 3
that "Resolution authorizing submission of the One Year Action Plan for F.Y.
2001 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Program funds to the
Department of Housing and Urban Development", be adopted. Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-214.
113668 - Krizek/Jordan
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on request of Allen
Hospital to vacate drainage easement generally located along the westerly side
of Lots 10 through 18 in Vold Addition, as published in the Waterloo Courier on
April 19, 2000, be received and placed on file. Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
113669 - This being the time and place of public hearing, the Mayor called for written
and oral objections and there were none.
Getty/Murphy
that the hearing be closed and recommendation of approval of the Planning,
Programming and Zoning Commission and oral and written comments be received and
placed on file. Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
113670 - Jordan/Gronen
that "an Ordinance vacating drainage easement generally located along the
westerly side of Lots 10 through 18 in Vold Addition", be received, placed on
file, considered and passed for the first time. Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
113671 - Anders/Getty
that rules requiring ordinances to be considered and voted for passage at two
prior meetings be suspended. Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
113672 - Jordan/Murphy
that "an Ordinance vacating drainage easement generally located along the
westerly side of Lots 10 through 18 in Vold Addition", be considered and passed
for the second and third times and adopted. Ayes: Seven.
Ordinance adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 4414.
113673 - Krizek/Jordan
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on request of John
Hospaodarsky for a site plan amendment to the "M -2,P" Planned Industrial
District to use a portion of Greyhound Park for a parabounce balloon ride, as
published in the Waterloo Courier on April 19, 2000, be received and placed on
file. Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
113674 - This being the time and place of public hearing, the Mayor called for written
and oral objections and there were none.
Jordan/Getty
that the hearing be closed and recommendation of approval of the Planning,
Programming and Zoning Commission and oral and written comments be received and
placed on file. Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
113675 - Jordan/Murphy
that "Resolution approving said site plan amendment", be adopted. Ayes:
Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-215.
113676 - Anders/Jordan
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on request of Pam and Bud
Jones for a site plan amendment to the "C -Z" Conditional Zoning District for
property commonly known as 2452 Burton Avenue for the addition of a curb -cut on
the north side of the property for the storage of asphalt contracting
equipment, as published in the Waterloo Courier on April 19, 2000, be received
and placed on file. Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
May 1, 2000 Page 4
HEARINGS CONTINUED
113677 - This being the time and place of public hearing, the Mayor called for written
and oral objections.
City Clerk Nancy Eckert stated that a letter was on file from Mike Williams,
President of Professional Office Services, Inc., in opposition to the site plan
amendment. Mr. Williams' business is located at 2757 Burton Avenue,
approximately '-1 mile north of the property at 2452 Burton Avenue. Mr. Williams
noted that over the past year he has noticed that the property has become quite
unsightly, and it appears the business has increased considerably and is
beginning to spill into the property north of the home. Mr. Williams asked
that the site plan amendment be denied.
Bud Jones, 2452 Burton Avenue, stated that his property is not an eyesore, and
that the property has been cleaned up. Mr. Jones stated that some office desks
and tables were kept outside the fence while he tried to sell them, but he
threw them away when he could not sell them fast enough. Mr. Jones stated that
Councilperson Jordan has a clean shop, but the side of the building is an
eyesore. Mr. Jones stated that his wife talked to someone, and they told her
they could not put in a driveway because there is a street there. Mr. Jones
stated that he feels inspectors should get out of their offices and drive by
rather than look at blue prints. Mr. Jones stated that they were not required
to be at the Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission meeting. Mr. Jones
stated that they are using the main driveway to park all their equipment. Mr.
Jones stated that he has ordered brush -like material to stuff down the fence
and you will not be able to see any eyesore.
Councilperson Anders stated that he got a complaint regarding the property, and
he staffed it to the Enforcement Officers. Councilperson Anders noted that the
amendment went before the Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission that Mr.
Jones was out of compliance with the zoning.
Noel Anderson, Senior Planner, stated that Mrs. Jones came in for a curb cut,
and the Engineering Department discovered it was conditional zoned a few years
ago which required them to have their scrape business inside the fence. Their
were conditions put on the property that all storage was to be enclosed and no
stacking of metals above the fence. Mr. Anderson stated that the Engineering
Department would not approve the curb cut permit because of the conditions of
the Planning, Programming Commission. Mr. Anderson stated that he encouraged
Mr. and Mrs. Jones to attend the Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission
meeting because staff was going to recommend denial of the request.
Councilperson Anders noted that they were cited to clean up the property and
the zoning violation and he agrees.
Mrs. Jones stated that Mr. Anderson told her they could attend the PPZ meeting,
but it was not required. Mrs. Jones stated that they invited Councilperson
Anders to look at the property, and that they were at a point where they could
not get everything in the fenced -in area. Mrs. Jones stated she does not think
it is an eyesore. They are on the edge of agricultural and industrial zoned
property, and its not like the north lot is going to bother anyone.
Mr. Jones stated that he wants a place to park his equipment when not on the
job. Mr. Jones stated that if the city wants to fine them, okay, because he
needs a place to put his equipment. Mr. Jones stated that if the council
denies it again, he is going to move out of Waterloo and may even move out of
Black Hawk County.
Mrs. Jones invited the city council to look at their property and talk with
them.
Mayor Rooff stated that it is important to make sure everyone has looked at the
property.
Councilperson Anders stated that in conversations he had with Mrs. Jones, he
told her he was against the request but he would check with the council.
Councilperson Anders stated that it might be better to wait 60 days to allow
them time to clean up the property and bring the request back to the council.
Councilperson Getty stated that he would like to continue the hearing for one
week to allow time for the council to look at the property.
Councilperson Jordan stated that he agrees with Councilperson Getty that one
week won't make a difference.
Getty/Jordan
that the hearing be adjourned for one week. Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
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May 1, 2000
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
113678 - Krizek/Anders
Page 5
that communication from Superintendent of Water Pollution/Flood Control
transmitting recommendation of award of contract in the amount of $9,973,000.00
to Story Construction Company of Ames, Iowa, in conjunction with Anaerobic
Digesters Project for Water Pollution Control Facility, Contract No. 550, be
received, placed on file and "Resolution approving said award of contract", be
adopted. Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-216.
PETITIONS FROM PUBLIC
113679 - Berry/Anders
that communication from City Clerk transmitting request of John Deere Product
Engineering Center for an exception to burning yard waste to burn approximately
15 acres of prairie grass during May 1 - 14, 2000, together with recommendation
of approval of the Fire Chief, Leisure Services Director and Superintendent of
Recycling/Sanitation, be received, placed on file, and "Resolution approving
said request", be adopted. Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-217.
113680 - Berry/Anders
that communication from City Engineer transmitting request of W. Louis Beecher
for a waiver for a concrete driveway to be located at 305 Pauline Place,
together with recommendation of approval, be received, placed on file, and
"Resolution approving said request", be adopted. Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-218.
113681 - Berry/Anders
that communication from Senior Planner transmitting request of Union Missionary
Baptist Church to sell and convey property generally located at the northeast
corner of North Barclay and Shilliam Avenue for $500.00 be received, placed on
file and "Resolution setting date of hearing as May 15, 2000, at 5:30 p.m. in the
City Hall Council Chambers on the above described request", be adopted and City
Clerk instructed to publish notice of same. Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-219.
DOCUMENTS
113682 - Gronen/Jordan
that communication from Leisure Services Director transmitting Contracts, Bonds
and Certificates of Insurance from Professional Lawn Care of Waterloo, Iowa,
for Option C and B&B Exchange of Waterloo, Iowa, for Option B, in conjunction
with 2000 Right -of -Way Mowing, be received, placed on file and "Resolution
approving said documents", be adopted and Mayor and City Clerk authorized to
execute same. Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-220.
113683 - Gronen/Jordan
that communication from Police Chief transmitting Lease Agreement with Harley-
Davidson Cycle Center, Inc., for two police motorcycles at a cost of $50.00 per
month per motorcycle be received, placed on file and "Resolution approving said
lease agreement", be adopted and Mayor and City Clerk authorized to execute
same. Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-221.
113684 - Gronen/Jordan
that communication from Associate Engineer transmitting request to issue a
conditional Notice to Proceed to Parsons Transportation Group, Inc., to provide
preliminary engineering work, subject to Iowa Department of Transportation
conducting a pre -audit of the cost accounting for the proposed engineering
agreement in conjunction with San Marnan Drive Traffic Improvements -Phase I, be
received, placed on file and approved. Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
May 1, 2000 Page 6
DOCUMENTS CONTINUED
113685 - Gronen/Jordan
that communication from Senior Planner transmitting Disclaimer Affidavits in
conjunction with property located in the Northeast Industrial Park conveyed to
R & N Investments through a Development Agreement be received, placed on file
and "Resolution approving said documents", be adopted and Mayor and City Clerk
authorized to execute same. Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-222.
113686 - Gronen/Jordan
that communication from Superintendent of Water Pollution/Flood Control
transmitting Change Order No. 6 for a net increase in the amount of $15,500.00
in conjunction with Easton Avenue Water Pollution Control Facilities, Contract
No. 549, be received, placed on file and approved and Mayor authorized to
execute same. Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
113687 - Gronen/Jordan
that communication from Superintendent of Water Pollution/Flood Control
transmitting Change Order No. 7 for a net increase in the amount of $90,393.00
in conjunction with Easton Avenue Water Pollution Control Facilities, Contract
No. 549, be received, placed on file and approved and Mayor authorized to
execute same. Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
113688 - Getty/Jordan
that communication from Associate Engineer transmitting an agreement with the
Iowa Department of Transportation for Surface Transportation Program (STP)
funding in the amount of $1,204,500.00, with a city match of $301,125.00, in
conjunction with San Marnan Drive Traffic Improvements -Phase I, STP -U-
8155(651)-70-07, be received, placed on file and "Resolution approving said
agreement", be adopted and Mayor and City Clerk authorized to execute same.
Prior to a vote on the above motion, the following comments were heard.
Bonnie Smith, representing merchants at Crossroads Malls, stated she wished to
thank Mayor Rooff and Council Members for recognizing the traffic problem. Ms.
Smith stated that $10 million was invested in the mall in 1986, and the
landlord continues to invest money. Ms. Smith stated that they appreciate the
money from the IDOT, but they do not think it is enough to fix the problem on a
permanent basis. With continued growth, we need to do something more. Ms.
Smith noted that the merchants are major contributors to the local option tax,
and if customers can't safely access Crossroads Mall, they will go somewhere
else. Ms. Smith stated that she is concerned the area is growing so fast that
we are going to be behind the problems instead of ahead of it.
Mayor Rooff stated that he thinks Ms. Smith is feeling what the council is
feeling. Mayor Rooff stated that this project is just the first phase of $3
million in work the city is planning to do in the Crossroads Center area.
Mayor Rooff stated that the study said the $3 million project would take us
through 2020, but it did not include Wal-Mart and Target doubling, new
restaurants and the new water park. Mayor Rooff stated that the city is
planning as far ahead as we can, and that the city isn't going to forget
Crossroads as it has become the Northeast Shopping Center.
Getty now absent at 6:40 p.m.
Gary Plummer, Executive Director of the Waterloo Chamber of Commerce, stated
that the Chamber would like to thank the city for following through on its
pledge to address the traffic situation at Crossroads. Mr. Plummer noted that
improvements in this growing retail shopping area is a top priority for the
Chamber. Mr. Plummer urged the city to proceed during the current construction
season with as many significant improvements as possible, rather than deferring
them to next year. Ms. Plummer also asked the city to re-examine the size of
the project at Crossroads in order to assure that the problem receives a
permanent solution, rather than a band aid. Mr. Plummer stated that the amount
of local option tax money generated at Crossroads is ample justification for
long-lasting improvements in this area. Mr. Plummer stated that the Chamber
and its members believe this would be an excellent investment by the city on
behalf of the citizens of Waterloo.
Mayor Rooff stated that Phase 1 and 2 are suppose to take us through 2020, but
not if we continue with the new growth. Mayor Rooff stated that the council
will act prudently to get this going •
May 1, 2000 Page 7
DOCUMENTS CONTINUED
City Planner Don Temeyer stated that funding for the program will be done
through the Capital Improvement Program. Mr. Temeyer stated that Wal-Mart is
going to give cash of $100,000 to use as part of our match. The funds will be
used for a right -turn lane on Flamming Drive, and a similar request may be made
with the proposed Target expansion.
Following discussion a vote was taken on the above motion with the following
result. Ayes: Six. Absent: Getty.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-223.
RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED
113689.- Anders/Krizek
that "Resolution setting date of hearing as May 22, 2000, at 5:30 p.m. in the
City Hall Council Chambers on proposed amendments to the F.Y. 2000 Budget", be
adopted and City Clerk instructed to publish notice of same. Ayes: Six.
Absent: Getty.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-224.
113690 - Anders/Krizek
that "Resolution approving Quit Claim Deed for R & N Investments for property
located in the Northeast Industrial Park", be adopted and City Attorney
instructed to prepare and deliver deed accordingly. Ayes: Six. Absent:
Getty.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-225.
113691 - Anders/Krizek
that "Resolution approving Warranty Deed conveying to Clear Windows, L.L.P.,
property generally located in Lot 2 in MidPort America Industrial Park Plat No.
1", be adopted and City Attorney instructed to prepare and deliver deed
accordingly. Ayes: Six. Absent: Getty.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-226.
BILLS PAYMENT
113692 - Krizek
that "Resolution approving Schedule AP640, pp. 1-70, dated May 1, 2000, in the
amount of $1,029,830.32, a copy of which is on file in the City Clerk's
Office", be adopted, together with recommendation of approval of the Finance
Committee. Ayes: Six. Absent: Getty.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-227.
NEW BUSINESS
113693 - Jordan/Krizek
to instruct City Engineer to prepare plans, specifications, form of contract,
etc. in conjunction with F.Y. 2000 Bridge Painting and Repair Program, Contract
No. 598, be received, placed on file and approved. Ayes: Six. Absent:
Getty. Motion carried.
113694 - Berry/Jordan
that plans, specifications, form of contract, etc. in conjunction with F.Y.
2000 Bridge Painting and Repair Program, Contract No. 598, be received and
placed on file. Ayes: Six. Absent: Getty. Motion carried.
113695 - Jordan/Anders
that "Resolution preliminarily approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, etc. in conjunction with above described project", be adopted. Ayes:
Six. Absent: Getty.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-228.
May 1, 2000 Page 8
NEW BUSINESS CONTINUED
113696 - Krizek/Berry
that "Resolution setting date of hearing on plans, specifications, form of
contract, etc. as May 22, 2000, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers
and taking of bids on the above described project", be adopted and City Clerk
instructed to publish notice of same. Ayes: Six. Absent: Getty.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-229.
113697 - Jordan/Gronen
to instruct City Engineer to prepare plans, specifications, form of contract,
etc. in conjunction with F.Y. 2000 Asphalt Overlay Program, Contract No. 618,
be received, placed on file and approved. Ayes: Six. Absent: Getty. Motion
carried.
113698 - Jordan/Anders
that plans, specifications, form of contract, etc. in conjunction with F.Y.
2000 Asphalt Overlay Program, Contract No. 618, be received and placed on file.
Ayes: Six. Absent: Getty. Motion carried.
113699 - Anders/Krizek
that "Resolution preliminarily approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, etc. in conjunction with above described project", be adopted. Ayes:
Six. Absent: Getty.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-230.
113700 - Berry/Jordan
that "Resolution setting date of hearing on plans, specifications, form of
contract, etc. as May 15, 2000, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers
and taking of bids on the above described project", be adopted and City Clerk
instructed to publish notice of same. Ayes: Six. Absent: Getty.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2000-231.
TRAVEL REQUESTS
113701 - Krizek/Jordan
that the following travel requests, with expenses not to exceed amount shown,
be received, placed on file and approved:
1. Corbin Payne, Christopher Gergen and Aaron McClelland, Police Officers,
to attend Basic Tactical Training School in Camp Dodge, Iowa, on May 15 -
19, 2000, with costs not to exceed $1,080.00, including use of city
vehicle.
2. Brian Weldon and Ritchie Hesse, Police Officers, to attend Basic Bomb
Tech Seminar in Omaha, Nebraska, on May 8 - 12, 2000, with costs not to
exceed $395.00, including use of city vehicle.
3. John R. Rooff, Mayor; and Bruce Meisinger, Finance Manager, to present
Waterloo's Year 2000 General Obligation Bond Issuance for Credit Rating
to Moody's Investor's Service and AMBAC Insurance in New York City, New
York, on May 8 - 10, 2000, with costs not to exceed $1,572.00.
Ayes: Six. Absent: Getty. Motion carried.
MISCELLANEOUS
113702 - Krizek/Jordan
that the following beer and liquor license permit applications be received,
placed on file and approved and endorsed applications forwarded to the Iowa
Beer and Liquor Control Department:
1. Beer/Liquor License Permit Application
Class C
Diamond Dave's, 165 Crossroads Blvd. (Renewal) (Expires 5/14/01)
(Includes Sunday Sales)
Paulies Place, 814 LaPorte Road (Renewal) (Expires 5/14/01) (Includes
Sundayes)
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2. Beer License Permit Application
Class C
Kum & Go, 2424 Ranchero Road (New) (Expires 5/11/01) (Includes Sunday
Sales)
3. Wine License Permit Application
Class B
Kum & Go, 2424 Ranchero Road (New) (Expires 5/11/01) (Includes Sunday
Sales)
Ayes: Six. Absent: Getty. Motion carried.
113703 - City Attorney Jim Walsh stated that the city received a letter from Eric
Johnson, attorney for Kimary Philips, requesting that the council table action
on these applications for two weeks.
Police Chief Bernal Koehrsen stated that it his recommendation that the council
proceed with a vote on the applications, and that the final decisions is with
the Iowa Beer and Liquor Control Department. Chief Koehrsen stated it is his
strong recommendation that the council deny the applications and let the
applicants appear before the judge.
Councilperson Berry stated that she visited with Ms. Philips and is willing to
wait two weeks. Councilperson Gronen stated that he feels strongly that we
should deal with the applications tonight. Councilperson Murphy stated the
council can wait. Councilperson Krizek stated she would like to vote on the
applications tonight.
Mr. Walsh stated that if the council approves the applications, it is over, but
if they deny them they go before an appeal process, and the businesses remain
open during the appeal process.
Elizabeth Philips, mother of Kimary Philips, stated that these are two young
people. Ms. Philips stated that she doesn't feel the council has enough
information to make a decision. Ms. Philips stated that her concern is what is
the problem, Chief Koehrsen recommended to deny both license and she asked why.
Ms. Philips stated that her daughter called Mayor Rooff and Chief Koehrsen to
get to the bottom of this. Ms. Philips stated this is a democracy and asked
why we don't go through the procedure to discuss it, and our leaders need to be
accountable. Ms. Philips stated they need time to become aware of concerns,
and that both clubs are trying to give a positive image.
Mayor Rooff stated this is a hearing matter and that the state and Chief
Koehrsen have records and hopefully their attorney will get the information.
Anders/Berry
that the following beer/liquor license permit applications be tabled for two
weeks:
1. Beer/Liquor License Permit Application
Class C
Club Thirty Something, 1607 Sycamore Street (Renewal) (Expires 12/15/00)
(Includes Sunday Sales)
Club Phantasia, 726-728 Logan Avenue (Renewal) (Expires 4/30/01) (Includes
Sunday Sales)
Ayes: Six. Absent: Getty. Motion carried.
BONDS
113704 - Jordan/Murphy
that the report of the City Attorney and list of bonds filed with the City
Clerk through May 1, 2000, be received, placed on file and report and bonds be
approved. Ayes: Six. Absent: Getty. Motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
113705 - Jordan/Krizek
that the Council adjourn at 7:00 p.m. Ayes: Six. Absent: Getty. Motion
carried.
Nancy Eckert
City Clerk