HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-07/30/2018 July 30, 2018
The Council of the City of Waterloo, Iowa, met in Regular Session at Harold E. Getty Council Chambers,
Waterloo, Iowa, at 5:30 p.m., on Monday, July 30, 2018. Mayor Quentin Hart in the Chair. Roll Call: Jacobs,
Morrissey, Shimp, Klein, Amos, Schmitt, and Juon. Council member Jacobs joined the meeting by telephone.
Prayer or Moment of Silence.
Pledge of Allegiance: Bruce Jacobs, Ward 2 Council Member
146305 - Juon/Amos
that the Agenda, as amended, to change consent agenda item#4 to replace Hope Martin Park with
Galloway Park, and change resolution item 417 to become item#6, for the Regular Session on
Monday, July 30, 2018, at 5:30 p.m., be accepted and approved. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion
carried.
146306 - Juon/Amos
that the Minutes, as proposed, for the Regular Session on Monday, July 16, 2018, at 5:30 p.m., be
accepted and approved. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
146307 - Schmitt/Shimp
Mr. Schmitt asked for reconsideration of the vote approving the partnership with Hawkeye
Community College to build a home on Newell Street.
Kelley Felchle, City Clerk commented that the resolution authorizing to proceed under public
hearing#4 needs to precede the motion to read the bids.
Proclamation declaring the month of July as the annual celebration of the Americans with
Disabilities Act.
Recognition of Stan Seda for 45 years of employment with the City of Waterloo.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
Don Schare, 1415 Downing Avenue, commented that the agendas come out on Fridays before the
meeting and it does not give everyone enough time to do their research. He proposed that the
agendas be made public on Tuesdays before the meeting.
Bruce Kaesser, CRC Apartments, thanked everyone for all the good work they are trying to do for
the citizens of Waterloo.
Jim Chapman, 224 Bertch, commented that it upsets him that people do not remove their hats during
the Pledge of Allegiance.
David Dryer, 3145 W. 4th Street, commented that he read in the paper that the city is looking to
hiring an outside company to bill insurance for services provided by the Fire Department and
questioned if another staff person could be hired to bill the insurance companies rather than hire an
out of state company.
Rev. Ed Loggins, 233 Oliver Street, commented that he has been back in Waterloo since 1983 and
stated that he wanted to commend his councilman and Councilwoman Klein for coming out to talk to
him and asked that all the council members would work together. He explained that he has a
problem with people being landlords in Waterloo who do not reside in Waterloo.
Mr. Morrissey commented that the district court has ruled on the Bellino Fireworks case and asked
that the city work on developing an ordinance through the Planning and Zoning Commission to
restrict sales to industrial locations.
146308 - Juon/Schmitt
that the above oral comments be received and placed on file. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven.' Motion
carried.
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CONSENT AGENDA
146309 - Juon/Schmitt
that the following items on the consent agenda be received, placed on file and approved:
a. Resolutions to approve the following:
1. Resolution approving Finance Committee Invoice Summary Report, dated July 30, 2018, in
the amount of$3,428,882.22, a copy of which is on file in the City Clerk's office,together
with recommendation of approval of the Finance Committee.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-538.
2. Resolution approving the request to certify assessment to property for work performed by the
Waterloo Water Works, together with recommendation of approval by the Waterloo Water
Works Board of Trustees: Address and amount to certify: 302 Anthony Street- $3,500.00.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-539.
3. Resolution approving the request from Main Street Waterloo for a variance to the Noise
Ordinance for a fireworks display on August 31, 2018, beginning at 9:30 p.m. and lasting
approximately one hour, in conjunction with the Mayor's Labor Day Kickoff event and
RiverLoop Rhythms, to be held at the RiverLoop Amphitheater.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-540.
4. Resolution approving the request from Rev. David Van Netten of Grace Reformed Church
for a variance to the Noise Ordinance on August 12, 2018 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., in
conjunction with the "Sunday in the Park" event to be held at Galloway Park, including a
picnic, games for the children,use of a PA system and live music.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-541.
5. Resolution approving the request by LaShunta Parks for a variance to the Noise
Ordinance on Saturday, August 4, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., in conjunction with a
block party to be held at 252 Denver Street, including a music system and the use of city
barricades.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-542.
6. Resolution approving the request from David Schake for a variance to the Noise
Ordinance on August 18, 2018 from Noon to 4:30 p.m., in conjunction with the "Fun in the
Son" event, to be held at the Cedar Valley Church, located at 3520 Ansborough Ave.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-543.
7. Resolution approving the request of Grout Museum District to hold the 12th annual Sullivan
Brothers Memorial 5/10 K Race on October 27, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.,
commencing and concluding in the area of Park Avenue and Jefferson Street, with the route
primarily on the Cedar Valley Lakes and South Riverside Trails.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-544.
8. Resolution approving the request from Tony Barker for a waiver for a concrete driveway
located at 121 Ogden Avenue with the elimination of the sidewalk section due to the inability
to meet grade requirements.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-545.
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9. Resolution approving the request from Wes Sindt for a waiver for a concrete driveway
located at 1008 Leavitt Street with the elimination of the sidewalk section due to the inability
to meet grade requirements.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-546.
10. Resolution approving the request from Robert Dunlap for a waiver for a concrete driveway
located at 2301.W. 7th Street with the elimination of the sidewalk section due to the inability
to meet grade requirements.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-547.
11. Resolution approving the request of Kevin and Linda Dallenbach for tax exemptions on the
construction of a new single family home valued at$505,000 for property located at 1626
Falcon Drive, and located in the City Limits Urban Revitalization Area(CLURA).
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-548.
12. Resolution approving the request of Ryan Drey for tax exemptions on the construction of a
new single family home valued at$362,000 for property located at 1229 Partridge Lane, and
located in the City Limits Urban Revitalization Area(CLURA).
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-549.
13. Resolution approving the request of Christian Olson for tax exemptions on the construction
of a new single family home valued at$235,000 for property located at 4414 Charm Drive,
and located in the City Limits Urban Revitalization Area (CLURA).
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-550.
14. Resolution approving the request of Marko Dostanic for tax exemptions on the construction
of a new commercial building valued at$350,000 for property located at 220 Esther Street,
and located within the Consolidated Urban Revitalization Area(CURA).
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-551.
15. Resolution approving the request of Fischels Holdings, LLC for tax exemptions on the
construction of a new roof and home improvements valued at$4,000 for a property located
at 918 W Parker Street, and located within the Consolidated Urban Revitalization Area
(CURA).
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-552.
16. Resolution approving the request of Spencer Gann/Griffin Investments LLC for tax
exemptions on the construction of home improvements valued at $18,000 for a property
located at 911 Burton Avenue, and located within the Consolidated Urban Revitalization
Area (CURA).
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-553.
17. Resolution approving the request of Cedar Valley 4 Rent for tax exemptions on the
construction of a new single family dwelling valued at$200,000 for property located at 509
Riverside Drive, and located within the Consolidated Urban Revitalization Area(CURA).
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-554.
18. Resolution approving preliminary plans, specifications, bid documents, etc. and setting date
of bid opening as August 23, 2018, and date of public hearing as August 27, 2018, in
conjunction with the Waste Management Cleaning of Anaerobic Digester#3, and instruct
City Clerk to publish said notice.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-555.
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19. Resolution setting a date of public hearing as August 13, 2018 to approve the sale and
conveyance of city owned property located south of 2535 MidPort Boulevard, in the amount
of$1.00, to Dahlstrom Real Estate LLC., including a Development Agreement, and instruct
City Clerk to publish said notice.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-556.
b. Motion to approve the following:
1 Travel Requests
Name & Title of Amount
Personnel Class/Meeting Destination Date(s) not to
Exceed
a. Inv. Frana& Inv. Homicide Investigation Lawrence, October 22- $1,546.00
Zubak School KS 24, 2018
b. Chief Trelka Law Enforcement Ames, IA September $213.00
Leadership Series 10-11, 2018
Conference
c. ARFF/Maintenance Live Aircraft Fire - Hot Eastern Iowa September $1,800.00
Employees Burn Training Airport, 26 & 27,
Cedar 2018
Rapids, IA
d. Adrienne Miller, Cedar Valley Leadership Waterloo, First $1,100.00
Economic Institute Course (CVLI) IA Wednesday
Development of each
Specialist month Oct-
Ma
e. Ryan Doland, International Association Minneapolis, Minneapolis, $968.00
Property Tech of Property and MN MN
Evidence IAPE
f. Tony Pauley, Street Iowa Streets &Roads Ames, IA September $1,300.00
Supervisor; Tom Workshop &Annual 18-20, 2018
Meyer and Mike Conference
Gienau, Street
Foreman
2. Approved Beer, Liquor, and Wine Applications
Name &Address of Business Class New or Expiration Includes
Renewal Date Sunday
a. BJ's Bar &Billiards, 110 Ida C Liquor Renewal 7/29/2019 x
Street w/Outdoor Service
b. Fraternal Order of Eagles, A Liquor Renewal 6/30/2019 x
Waterloo Aerie#764, 202 E. w/Outdoor Service
1st Street
c. Hy-Vee Food&Drugstore E Liquor New 8/14/2018 x
#3, 1422 Flammang Drive
*Outdoor Service (8/8/18 -
8/14/18)*
d. Hy-Vee Gas #3, 1512 C Beer Renewal 8/26/2019 x
Flammang Drive
e. AFA's Feed, 437 ctilliv B Wine/C Beer/E Renewal 8/10/2019 x
A-ven}ae Liquor
f. Narey's 19th Hole, 2073 C Liquor Renewal 8/22/2019
Logan Avenue
g. WCA Building and Special C Liquor Renewal 6/21/2019 x
Amphitheatre, 225 w/Outdoor Service
Commercial Street
h. YeswQy Store #10022, 19-7-6 C Beer/E Liquor Renewal 7/12/2019 x
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3. Mayor Hart's recommendation of the following appointments:
Appointee Board/Commission Expiration New or
Date Re-Appointment
Xavier Leonard Leisure Services 3/1/2020 New
Commission
4. Theatre License Permit Application
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1507 La PeAe Read
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5. Bonds.
Mrs. Klein asked that item 2.e. Jim's Food and item 2.h. Yesway Store, be removed, and also
separate Crossroads Theatre from the other items listed on item 4.
Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
146310 - Morrissey/Amos
2.e. Jim's Food, 437 B Wine/ C Beer/E Renewal 8/10/2019 Lx
Sullivan Avenue Liquor
Roll call vote-Ayes: Five. Nays: Two (Shimp and Klein). Motion carried.
Mrs. Klein commented that she got an unsettled feeling while walking around the area and that she
will be voting no for this license and the Yesway Store#10022.
Dan Trelka, Chief of Police, commented that they do have calls for service at these locations due to
the store owner calling for assistance.
Mr. Morrissey questioned if the locations have been labeled a chronic nuisance.
Dan Trelka stated no.
Mr. Schmitt questioned what would be the outcome if the license was denied.
Dave Zellhoefer, City Attorney, explained that without a legal reason to deny the license, the city
would lose at an appeals hearing.
Kelley Felchle, City Clerk, commented that all of the information required on both of the applications
was complete and in order, and added that if denied, the Alcoholic Beverages Division will give the
applicants the right to appeal.
Mr. Schmitt questioned if these properties are in the overlay districts.
Aric Schroeder, City Planner, commented that the establishment located at 437 Sullivan is in the
overlay district, but does not believe 1976 Franklin Street is.
Mr. Schmitt suggested that council look for ways to require certain establishments in areas which
alcohol and loitering are an issue, to have additional cameras or other methods to control and
minimize concerns.
Mr. Amos commented that the site has been an issue and that there is a detriment to hard alcohol
being sold at these locations. He further commented that citizens should take the initiative to talk to
the people who do have the ability to make some of these suggested changes.
Mayor Hart asked the Chief to review calls for service in overlay districts.
Mrs. Klein commented that these establishments need to be reviewed.
July 30, 2018 Page 6
Mr. Morrissey commented that what needs to be looked at is housing in that area and how it has
deteriorated over time, and the properties have turned into problematic rental properties. He further
commented that the city needs to update ordinances that will enhance these areas and that
rehabilitation of inner Waterloo will help with these issues.
Mr. Schmitt commented that a chronic nuisance ordinance would be beneficial as responsible
business owners do not have these same issues.
146311 - Morrissey/Amos
2.h. Yesway Store#10022, C Beer/E Liquor Renewal 7/12/2019 x
1976 Franklin Street
Roll call vote-Ayes: Five. Nays: Two (Shimp and Klein). Motion carried.
146312 - Morrissey/Amos
to approve the following theatre license permit applications,;
Romantix Adult Emporium, 1507 La Porte Road.
s Mini Cinema 16, 315 E. 4th Street.
ff,Fantasy Island Amusement, 1850 W. Airline Hwy.
Roll call vote-Ayes: Five. Nays: Two (Klein and Shimp). Motion carried.
Mrs. Klein commented that she does not support these movie theaters.
Mr. Shimp questioned what branch of the state government these establishments would appeal to and
is that process similar to the liquor license appeal.
Kelley Felchle, City Clerk, commented that the city has been issuing licenses of this type since the
early 1980's.
Dave Zellhoefer commented that the city's theater license code goes back to 1941, and could be
reviewed if council decides. He explained that he is unaware of any state code section that deals with
theaters, and that the establishment could petition in District Court on a writ of mandamus, citing that
the city council has violated their constitutional rights.
Mr. Shimp commented that it would be beneficial for these establishments to not be located in
Waterloo.
Mrs. Juon commented that she abhors these establishments but that they have a right to do business
and that the council does not have grounds to deny the license.
Mr. Jacobs questioned the duration of the license.
Kelley Felchle explained the licenses are renewed annually.
Mr. Jacobs questioned if a task force could be organized to update the code.
Mayor Hart confirmed.
Mr. Schmitt questioned if these would be similar to the gentleman's clubs and it would be beneficial to
getting them to relocate out of downtown.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
146313 - Schmitt/Shimp
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that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on request by Dahlstrom Real Estate for a site
plan amendment to the "M-2, P"Planned Industrial District to allow for the construction of a
200,000 square foot warehouse/office located west of 3050 Wagner Road, as published in the
Waterloo Courier on July 20, 2018, be received and placed on file. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
This being the time and place of public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral comments.
David Dryer, 3145 W. 4th Street, commented that it seems as though the public hearing was put onto
the agenda prior to the date of hearing was published.
Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director,provided an explanation of the
item.
Lisa Skubal, Vice President of Economic Development, Greater Cedar Valley Alliance and
Chamber, explained that they support the project being proposed by Mr. Dahlstrom and that he has
proven his successful with similar projects in the area.
Eric Lee, 3050 Wagner Road, explained that he supports the development and asked that council
continue to work with Traffic and Engineering on signage and traffic control in the area.
146314 - Schmitt/Shimp
that the hearing be closed and oral comments and recommendation of approval of Planning,
Programming and Zoning Commission, be received and placed on file. Voice vote-Ayes: Six.
Abstain: One (Jacobs due to a possible conflict of interest). Motion carried.
146315 - Schmitt/Shimp
that"an Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 5079, as amended, City of Waterloo Zoning Ordinance,
by amending the Official Zoning Map referred to in Section 10-4-4, to approve a request by
Dahlstrom Real Estate for a site plan amendment to the "M-2, P" Planned Industrial District to allow
for the construction of a 200,000 square foot warehouse/office located west of 3050 Wagner Road",
be received, placed on file, considered and passed for the first time. Roll call vote-Ayes: Six.
Abstain: One (Jacobs due to a possible conflict of interest). Motion carried.
Mr. Schmitt questioned if there is a height restriction for the building due to its proximity to the
airport.
Noel Anderson explained that they will have to go through a construction approval process with the
FAA.
146316 - Schmitt/Morrissey
that rules requiring ordinances to be considered and voted for passage at two prior meetings be
suspended. Roll call vote-Ayes: Four. Nays: Two (Klein and Shimp). Abstain: One (Jacobs due to a
possible conflict of interest). Motion failed.
146317 - Morrissey/Amos
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on Request by Jesse Hovatter to vacate 5 feet of
a platted 20 foot drainage and utility easement located along the southwesterly property line of 1731
Carriage Hill Drive, to allow for the construction of a 26' X 32' detached garage, as published in the
Waterloo Courier on July 23, 2018, be received and placed on file. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
This being the time and place of public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral comments.
Jesse Hovatter, 1731 Carriage Hill Drive, explained the purpose of his request.
146318 - Morrissey/Amos
July 30, 2018 Page 8
that the hearing be closed and oral comments and recommendation of approval of the Planning,
Programming and Zoning Commission, be received and placed on file. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
146319 - Morrissey/Shimp
that "an Ordinance approving a request by Jesse Hovatter to vacate the five (5) feet of a platted
twenty (20) foot drainage and utility easement, located along the southwesterly property line of 1731
Carriage Hill Drive, to allow for the construction of an 26' X 32' detached garage", be received,
placed on file, considered and passed for the first time. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Mr. Schmitt questioned if this is a grandfathering situation.
Noel Anderson explained that this is an easement located on the gentleman's property and staff
review committees agree that this easement will not have a detrimental impact.
146320 - Morrissey/Shimp
that rules requiring ordinances to be considered and voted for passage at two prior meetings be
suspended. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
146321 - Morrissey/Shimp
that "an Ordinance approving a request by Jesse Hovatter to vacate the five (5) feet of a platted
twenty (20) foot drainage and utility easement, located along the southwesterly property line of 1731
Carriage Hill Drive, to allow for the construction of an 26' X 32' detached garage", be considered
and passed for the second and third times and adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Ordinance adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 5461.
146322 - Shimp/Amos
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on Asphalt Emulsions for the City's Recycled
Asphalt Paving Program, as published in the Waterloo Courier on July 23, 2018, be received and
placed on file. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
This being the time and place of public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral comments and
there were none.
146323 - Shimp/Amos
that the hearing be closed. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
146324 - Shimp/Amos
that "Resolution confirming approval of bid documents, specifications, form of contract, etc.", be
adopted. Roll-call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-557.
146325 - Shimp/Amos
that"Resolution authorizing to proceed",be adopted. Roll-call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-558.
146326 - Shimp/Amos
Motion to receive and file and instruct City Clerk to read bids.
Estimate: $220,000.00
Bidder I Bid Amount
July 30, 2018 Page 9
Rituminous Materials & Supply
Des Moines, IA $150,200.00
Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
146327 - Shimp/Amos
that "Resolution awarding bid to Rituminous Materials & Supply of Des Moines, IA, in the amount
of $150,200, in conjunction with the Asphalt Emulsions for the City's Recycled Asphalt Paving
Program", be adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried..
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-559.
146328 - Morrissey/Amos
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on FY 2019 Brock 3rd Addition Sanitary Sewer
Extension, Contract No. 954, as published in the Waterloo Courier on July 16, 2018, be received and
placed on file. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
This being the time and place of public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral comments and
there were none.
146329 - Morrissey/Amos
that the hearing be closed. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
146330 - Morrissey/Amos
that "Resolution confirming approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, etc.", be adopted.
Roll-call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-560.
146331 - Morrissey/Amos
that"Resolution authorizing to proceed", be adopted. Roll-call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-561.
146332 - Morrissey/Amos
Motion to receive and file and instruct City Clerk to read bids and refer to City Engineer for review.
Estimate: $416,709.00
Bidder Bid Security Bid Amount
Summers' Enterprise, Inc. 5% $708,400.00
Masonville, IA
PIRC TOBIN Construction, Inc. 5% $520,522.50
Alburnett, IA
Peterson Contractors, Inc. 5% $557,025.10
Reinbeck, IA
Boomerang Corp, 5% $777,147.00
Anamosa, IA
Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
RESOLUTIONS
146333 - Schmitt/Amos
that "Resolution approving contract with Vandewalle & Associates for continued work on
downtown Waterloo planning efforts, redevelopment design, riverfront development, and funding
July 30, 2018 Page 10
opportunities, in the amount of $72,000, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
necessary documents", be adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
David Dryer, 3145 W. 4th Street, requested a recap of the services provided by Vandewalle &
Associates.
Noel Anderson provided an overview of the services provided by Vandewalle & Associates for the
downtown plan, and explained that the last couple of years they've assisted through their conceptual
drawings,the ability to create and get built, the vision of downtown.
Mr. Schmitt questioned if there are any restrictions similar to what was experienced with the Public
Market building.
Noel Anderson explained the importance of having Vandewalle & Associates' expertise to complete
the projects agreed to in the Iowa Reinvestment District application, including some out lot
development on the TechWorks lots, a Marriott Hotel and a marina in that general area. If the goals
in the application are not achieved, the state could withhold payment of both the local option and
hotel/motel taxes.
Mr. Schmitt questioned the timeframe associated with the projects, and what level of experience
Vandewall & Associates have with riverfront projects.
Noel Anderson explained the timeframe is 20 years.
Brian Vandewalle, Vandewalle &Associates, explained that his firm's work includes the Mississippi
River, Eerie Canal, and the Cedar River,to name a few.
Mrs. Klein questioned how many development organizations the city of Waterloo gives money to.
Noel Anderson explained that the city provides funding to three different organizations which
include Main Street Waterloo,Vandewall &Associates and Greater Cedar Valley Alliance.
Mrs. Klein questioned when the partnership with companies like Vandewalle &Associates will end.
Noel Anderson explained that the partnerships are reviewed annually as the plan is constantly
changing and developers are changing as well.
Mayor Hart commented that a gentleman that he and Noel spoke with earlier today, specifically
highlighted downtown Waterloo as a reason for wanting to locate his company here.
Mr. Morrissey commented that he hopes that future projects will include the east side of the river
and inner Waterloo residential, and would like to see detailed report next year of what the city
received for the $72,000. He also questioned if the Brinker Lake cut by the DNR is appealable.
Brian Vandewalle commented that the decision should be able to be appealed.
Mr. Morrissey questioned when the company started working with the city.
Brian Vandewalle explained the history his company has with the city.
Mrs. Klein questioned if their company employs architects and engineers.
Brian Vandewalle explained that they work with local architects and engineers but that they create a
vision and set standards for quality, materials, and design.
Mr. Shimp questioned if the contract amount is the same as last year.
Mayor Hart confirmed.
Mr. Shimp questioned what work came out of the last contract.
Brian Vandewalle explained that the last contract provided the Marriott Hotel project.
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Mr. Shimp questioned what is projected for the next project.
Brian Vandewalle explained that $100 million in tax base building projects are in the pipeline that
will bring people downtown and create construction jobs.
Mr. Shimp questioned if an end is in sight for when their services will be needed.
Mayor Hart commented on the accomplishments through the relationship with Vandewalle &
Associates since 2008, and the vision for future projects which are creating a healthy downtown. He
also recommended a six month update for council.
Brian Vandewalle explained that the city has momentum building currently and will continue to see
change.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-562.
146334 - Shimp/Morrissey
that "Resolution approving Reconstruction and Overlay Street Improvement lists for 2019", be
adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Mr. Morrissey commented that the list seems smaller than in the past.
Jamie Knutson, Interim City Engineer, explained that the list is smaller but the total dollars spent are
staying the same.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-563.
146335 - Shimp/Morrissey
that "Resolution approving award of contract to Landmark Turf Services, LLC, of Dunkerton, Iowa,
in the amount of$44,917.00, and approving the Contract, Bonds, and Certificate of Insurance for the
FY 2019 Levee Rip Rap Spraying, Contract No. 961, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute said documents", be adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-564.
146336 - Shimp/Morrissey
that "Resolution approving petition for voluntary annexation requested by the City of Waterloo, on
behalf of landowners John and Dessie Rottinghaus, to annex approximately 20.22 acres of land
generally located along North Elk Run Road, just northwest of 4455 Remington Road for the
purpose of future industrial development", be adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Forrest Dillavou, 1725 Huntington Road, commented that the general fund will suffer as a result of
this purchase because taxes will no longer be collected and wants to see monies taken from the TIF
Districts and placed into the general fund.
Mr. Schmitt requested an overview of the item.
Noel Anderson explained the annexation process and that the property will be used for future
industrial development.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-565.
146337 - Shimp/Morrissey
that Final Quantity Summary for a net increase of$12,665.80 for the FY 2018 Bridge and Culvert
Repairs, Contract No. 950, be received, placed on file and approved. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
146338 - Shimp/Morrissey
July 30, 2018 Page 12
that "Resolution approving completion of project and recommendation of acceptance of work for
work performed by Minturn, Inc. of Brooklyn, Iowa, at a total cost of$203,241.80, for the FY 2018
Bridge and Culvert Repairs, Contract No. 950, and receive and file two-year maintenance bond", be
adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-566.
146339 - Shimp/Morrissey
that "Resolution approving Professional Services Agreement with Robinson Engineering Company
of Independence, Iowa, in an amount not to exceed $14,800.00, in conjunction with the Blower's
Creek Watershed Assessment, and authorize the Mayor to execute said document", be adopted. Roll
call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-567.
146340 - Shimp/Morrissey
that "Resolution approving Professional Services Agreement with Robinson Engineering Company
of Independence, Iowa, in an amount not to exceed $16,340.00, in conjunction with the Westdale
Swale project, and authorize the Mayor to execute said document", be adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes:
Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-568.
146341 - Amos/Morrissey
that "Resolution approving award of hotel/motel tax council discretionary funds to the Waterloo
Cultural & Arts Department to be used to fund a part-time graphic designer in the amount of
$24,128", be adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Five. Nays: Two (Jacobs and Schmitt). Motion carried.
Mr. Schmitt questioned this use of discretionary funds.
Mayor Hart explained that during the budget process a cut wiped out the position that generates
revenue for the Cultural &Arts Department.
Mr. Schmitt questioned what would happen to the position if funds are not available next year.
Mayor Hart commented that this position is very much needed to help attract the public to the Center
for the Arts.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-569.
146342 - Amos/Morrissey
that "Resolution approving application for an Iowa DOT Traffic Safety Grant for conducting a
vision zero workshop, towards eliminating pedestrian, bicycle and motorized vehicle deaths and
severe injuries from traffic crashes, to improve public safety and quality of life, and authorize the
Mayor to execute said document", be adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-570.
146343 - Amos/Morrissey
that "Resolution approving application for an Iowa DOT Traffic Safety Grant for traffic
signalization of Greyhound Drive and the West Ridgeway intersection, and authorize the Mayor to
execute said document", be adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-571.
146344 - Amos/Morrissey
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that "Resolution approving application for an Iowa DOT Traffic Safety Grant for Traffic
signalization of Vinton Avenue and Independence Avenue intersection, and authorize the Mayor to
execute said document", be adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-572.
146345 - Morrissey/Amos
that "Resolution approving installation of two (2) 25 MPH speed humps in the 3900 block of
Memory Lane and rescinding Resolution No. 2018-496", be adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-573.
146346 - Morrissey/Amos
that "Resolution approving award of bid to Spahn & Rose Lumber Company of Jesup, Iowa, in the
amount of$134,610.00 in conjunction with the purchase and construction of a 60 ft. by 80 ft. pole
building at the City's Yard Waste Site, and approving contract, bond and certificate of insurance, and
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said documents and rescinding resolution 2018-370",
be adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-574.
146347 - Morrissey/Amos
that "Resolution approving award of bid to Thompson Truck & Trailer of Dubuque, Iowa, for the
purchase of two (2) 2019 single axle snow control (plow), 37,000 gross vehicle weight dump trucks,
in the amount of$150,964.00 each", be adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2018-575.
OTHER COUNCIL BUSINESS
146348 - Amos/Morrissey
that request of Great Properties, LLC for an extension to repair sidewalks at 1018 Denver Street, be
received, placed on file and approved. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
146349 - Schmitt/Shimp
that a motion to reconsider "Resolution approving the project designs of a home to be built by
Hawkeye Community College in the 200 block of Newell Street, at a budget not to exceed $137,500,
and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign and fully execute any necessary documents", be
adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Five. Nays: Two (Morrissey and Amos). Motion carried.
Mr. Schmitt commented that at the work session he heard that the city will lose money on this
project.
Noel Anderson commented that it is unknown until the time the project is completed and the home
sells.
Mr. Schmitt questioned if the city is entering into a competition with Habitat for Humanity.
Noel Anderson does not believe this puts the city in competition but views this as more
opportunistic; for Hawkeye Community College to be able to provide workforce training and for the
city whereby creating a model where available lots are being developed, and attracting more
developers to invest in these areas.
Mayor Hart commented that he received a letter from Fereday Heating and Cooling explaining that
they would like to donate HVAC portions to help lower costs of the project.
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Mrs. Klein commented that the city is not in the education business and that Hawkeye should use
their own budget for workforce training and that approving this project will harm the city's budget.
Mr. Morrissey commented that the monies for this project are already in the current budget and that
the donations coming from Fereday are over $10,000. He further commented that this is a great
public/private partnership that will build new affordable homes and he supports the project and
hopes the full council will as well.
Mayor Hart suggested that the reconsideration be placed on next week's agenda to allow Hawkeye
to return to answer questions.
Kelley Felchle provided clarification of the code for reconsideration, and recommended placing the
action to vote on the resolution for the next meeting, so that the proper 24 hour notice is provided.
Mr. Jacobs commented that the purpose of the reconsideration is to make a responsible decision for
the tax payers and suggested an appraisal be done on the project so council knows what this house
would expect to sell for when completed.
Roll call vote-Ayes: Five. Nays: Two (Morrissey and Amos). Motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
146350 - Morrissey/Amos
that the Council adjourn at 7:24 p.m. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Kelley Fe
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