HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-07/15/2019July 15, 2019
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 15, 2019. Mayor Quentin Hart in the Chair. Roll Call: Jacobs,
Morrissey, Feuss, Klein, Amos, Schmitt, and Juon.
Prayer or Moment of Silence.
Pledge of Allegiance: Daniel Trelka, Chief of Police
156541- Juon/Schmitt
that the Agenda, as amended, Item 1.A.3. to correct the date of bid opening and date of public
hearing to read August 1, 2019 and August 5, 2019, respectively, and striking both resolutions in
Public Hearing Item 3, for the Regular Session on Monday, July 15, 2019, at 5:30 p.m., be accepted
and approved. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
156542 - Juon/Schmitt
that the Minutes, as proposed, for the Regular Session on Monday, July 8, 2019, at 5:30 p.m., be
accepted and approved. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
David Dryer, 3145 W. 4t1 Street, commented on several proposed changes to Title 1 of the city code
that he does not agree with, including limiting the time that the public is allowed to speak during
public meetings.
John Sherbon, 1715 Robin Road, questioned how the reduction in valuation of large properties in the
Crossroads TIF affects the minimum assessment agreements currently in place for the TIF district.
Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director, explained that with each of the
Development Agreements currently in place for projects receiving rebates, there is also a Minimum
Assessment Agreement. He also provided an overview on when and why base values are reset.
Mr. Schmitt shared that he received a question from the public on how the valuation appeals by large
properties in the Crossroads area impact the city budget.
Michelle Weidner, Chief Financial Officer, explained how the appeals process works and explained
that if an appeal is awarded in the property owner's favor, it will have a negative impact on the city
budget.
Mr. Jacobs thanked the Mayor, City Engineer, and Doug and Michelle with AECOM for getting
Falls Avenue opened sooner.
156543 - Juon/Schmitt
that the above oral comments be received and placed on file. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion
carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
156544 - 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 15, 2019, in
the amount of $$1,311,118.16, 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. 2019-522.
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1.
2.
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2. Resolution approving the request of The Accel Group to hold the annual Accel Triathlon on
July 27, 2019, at 8:00 a.m., beginning and ending at George Wyth State Park and traveling
on Airline Highway and Leversee Road.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2019-523.
3. Resolution approving preliminary plans, specifications, foil' of contract, etc., setting date of
bid opening as July 25, 2019 and date of public hearing as July 29, 2019 for the FY 2020
Levee Rip Rap Spraying, Contract No. 989, and instruct City Clerk to publish notice.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2019-524.
b. Motion to approve the following:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
Travel Requests
Name & Title of
Personnel
Class/Meeting
Destination
Date(s)
Amount
not to
Exceed
Captain Mohlis
Basic Financial
Management Training
Department of
Justice,
Washington,
D.C.
July 23-26,
2019
$1,690
Mayor Quentin Hart
2019 Annual
Conference & Exhibit,
Iowa League of Cities
Dubuque, Iowa
September
25-27, 2019
$565.00
Pat Morrissey, Council
Member
2019 Iowa League of
Cities Annual
Conference
Dubuque, IA
September
25-27, 2019
$205
Todd Henrich and Chris
Petersen - Building
Maintenance
Iowa Chapter of
International
Association of
Plumbing &
Mechanical Officials -
Continuing Education
Waterloo, IA
December 7,
2019
(Plumbing)
$330
Ed Abben, Todd
Henrich, Joel Shepard -
Building Maintenance
Iowa Chapter of
International
Association of
Plumbing &
Mechanical Officials -
Continuing Education
Waterloo, IA
November
23, 2019
(Mechanical)
$495
Greg Ahlhelm, Building
Official; Jeff Siebel,
Property Safety
Inspector; Bob Osgood,
Chief Plumbing
Inspector; Brian Baker,
Chief HVAC Inspector
Iowa Chapter of
International
Association of
Plumbing &
Mechanical Officials -
Continuing Education
Waterloo, IA
November
23, 2019
(Mechanical)
$660
Brian Baker, Chief
HVAC Inspector; Bob
Osgood, Chief
Plumbing Inspector;
Jeff Siebel, Property
Safety Inspector; Scott
Strader, Combination
Inspector II
Iowa Chapter of
International
Association of
Plumbing &
Mechanical Officials -
Continuing Education
Waterloo, IA
December 7,
2019
(Plumbing)
$660
Officers Bovy and
Nichols
Firearms Instructor
School
Johnston, IA
July 29 -
August 9,
2019
$3,530
Approved Beer, Liquor, and Wine Applications
July 15, 2019
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
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Name & Address of Business
Class
New or
Renewal
Expiration
Date
Includes
Sunday
Kwik Star #723, 707
Broadway Street
C Beer
Renewal
7/21/2020
x
Packers Inn, 201 Rath Street
C Liquor
w/Outdoor Service
Renewal
2/27/2020
x
Red Lobster #6267, 941 E.
San Maman Drive
C Liquor
Renewal
7/27/2020
x
Spicolis Reverb, 3555
University Avenue
C Liquor
w/Outdoor Service
Renewal
6/30/2020
x
Verve Kombucha, 327 W.
3rd Street
C Liquor
w/Outdoor Service
New
7/9/2020
x
3. Recommendation of appointment of Todd Clark, from the current Civil Service list, to the position of
Mechanic in the Central Garage, effective July 17, 2019.
4. Recommendation of appointment of David Brecunier, from the current Civil Service list, to the
position of Solid Waste Technician in the Sanitation Department, effective July 17, 2019.
5. Recommendation of appointment of Bob Stanley, from the current Civil Service list, to the position
of Building Combination Inspector II, effective July 22, 2019.
6. Recommendation of appointment of Blake Schmitt, from the current Civil Service list, to the position
of Mechanic in the Central Garage, effective July 29, 2019.
7. Recommendation of appointment of Rodney Duggan, from the current Civil Service list, to the
position of Solid Waste Technician in the Sanitation Department, effective July 29, 2019.
8. Motion to approve solicitation Registration Application by Mike Mrzlak on behalf of Sons of
AMVETS Post #19, 655 Cedar Street.
9. Bonds.
Mr. Schmitt questioned the salary and compensation packages on the new hire recommendations. A
conversation ensued and the information was provided orally.
Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
156545 - Schmitt/Amos
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on sale and conveyance of property located
north of 3488 Wagner Road, to Professional Lawn Care, LLC, in the amount of $1.00, with a
Development and Minimum Assessment Agreement, in conjunction with the development of three
(3) industrial buildings, as published in the Waterloo Courier on July 5, 2019, 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.
Jim Chapman, 224 Bertch, questioned if this development is located in a TIF District and if any
monies will go into the general fund.
Noel Anderson explained that this property is located in the Mid -Port TIF area and explained the
increased taxable value that would be gained. He further explained that a portion of each of the TIF
Districts is released to the schools, the county and the debt service that helps the general fund not
have to pay that debt service.
156546 - Schmitt/Amos
that the hearing be closed and oral comments be received and placed on file. Voice vote -Ayes:
Seven. Motion carried.
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156547 - Schmitt/Amos
that "Resolution authorizing the sale and conveyance of a portion of City owned property
to Professional Lawn Care, LLC, in the amount of $1.00, generally located north of 3488 Wagner
Road, 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. 2019-525.
156548 - Schmitt/Amos
that "Resolution approving a Development and Minimum Assessment Agreement with Professional
Lawn Care, .LLC, for the construction of three (3) industrial buildings, 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. 2019-526.
156549 - Juon/Amos
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on sale and conveyance of property located east
of 1994 Newell Street, to OFI Properties, LLC, (ConTrol), in the amount of $1.00, with a
Development and Minimum Assessment Agreement, in conjunction with the development of a
203,953 square foot building, as published in the Waterloo Courier on July 5, 2019, be received and
placed on file. Voice vote -Ayes: Six. Abstain: One (Jacobs due to business purposes). Motion
carried.
This being the time and place of public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral comments and
there were none.
Noel Anderson explained that staff was made aware of a wetland concern in the area that may cause
the location of the building to shift therefore changing the legal description, and asks that further
action on this item be postponed to a later date.
Kelley Felchle, City Clerk, reminded council that the resolutions have already been stricken through
an agenda amendment, so no action will need to be taken.
156550 - Juon/Morrissey
that the hearing be closed. Voice vote -Ayes: Six. Abstain: One (Jacobs due to business purposes).
Motion carried.
156551 - Morrissey/Feuss
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on FY 2020 Digester No. 3 Lid Removal,
Contract No. 982, as published in the Waterloo Courier on June 28, 2019, 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.
156552 - Morrissey/Feuss
that the hearing be closed. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
156553 - Morrissey/Feuss
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. 2019-527.
156554 - Morrissey/Feuss
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that "Resolution authorizing to proceed', be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approvaiby Mayor assigned No. 2019-528.
156555 - Morrissey/Feuss
Motion to receive and file and instruct City Clerk to read bids and refer to Treatment Operations
Supervisor for review.
Estimate: $162,575
Bidder
Bid Security
Bid Amount
Miron Construction Co., Inc.
Cedar Rapids, IA
5%
$148,226.00
Woodruff Construction LLC
'Waterloo, IA
5%
$167,500.00
Peterson Contractors, Inc.,
Reinbeck, IA
5%
$172,000.00
Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
RESOLUTIONS
156556 - Klein/Amos
that "Resolution approving Purchase Agreement with Vessco Inc., of Minneapolis, Minnesota, in an
amount not to exceed $32,147.50, in conjunction with purchasing equipment for cleaning the Easton
Aeration Basin 2, 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. 2019-529.
156557 - Klein/Amos
that "Resolution approving a Professional Services Agreement with Brecke Mechanical Contractors
of Dubuque, Iowa, in an amount not to exceed $17,799.48, to provide cleaning services for a period
of twelve (12) months for the Methane/Natural Gas Boilers, 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. 2019-530.
156558 - Klein/Amos
that "Resolution awarding bid to Shaw Electric, Inc., of Waterloo, Iowa, in the amount of $9,230.72,
and approving the contract, bonds and certificate of insurance, in conjunction with improvements to
the Airline Passenger Terminal Building Ceiling Lighting Replacement Project - Phase I, 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. 2019-531.
156559 - Amos/Morrissey
that "Resolution authorizing the City Clerk to certify against certain parcels for unpaid weed
mowing, snow removal and property clean-ups", be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion
carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2019-532.
156560 - Amos/Morrissey
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that "Resolution approving Right -of -Way License Agreement with Arvig Enterprises, Inc., of
Perham, Minnesota, allowing the use of city right-oi-way for a communication system, and authorize
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said document", be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2019-533.
156561 - Amos/Morrissey
that "Resolution approving request by Sam Summerhays, on behalf of the Waterloo Alano
Society, to pave the parking area at 613 W. 5th Street for beautification and drainage purposes", be
adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2019-534.
156562 - Schmitt/Feuss
that "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", be adopted. Roll
call vote -Ayes: Six. Nays: One (Klein). Motion carried.
David Dryer, 3145 W. 4th Street, questioned if the first home built has been sold and what was the
selling price.
Mayor Hart explained the home is not yet complete, and that the college is providing gap support
should the house sell for less.
Mrs. Juon commented that this is approving the designs of the second home but that it is not to
commit to building the second home.
Noel Anderson explained that Hawkeye is looking for the city to commit to building the second
home so that they may meet the class schedule.
Mr. Schmitt questioned if the gap funding offered on the first home would apply to this home as
well.
Jane Bradley, Hawkeye Community College Provost, explained they are currently under budget for
the first home and anticipate coming in under $15,000 at completion, and that the Foundation Board
has made a commitment for another $25,000 in gap funding.
Mr. Schmitt asked if there will be building material donations on the second home.
Jane Bradley explained that they have some donations lined up on the next home but will continue to
work on gathering additional donations as interest in the project is very high.
Mr. Schmitt questioned if taxpayers will break even on the home.
Jane Bradley confirmed that is the plan.
Mrs. Klein commented that though she approves of the project in many ways, she does take some
issue with it. First being that the college is a taxable entity, so to use the tax payers dollars again to
support the project rather than road improvements, infrastructure and economic development feels
like double dipping. She commented that it is imprudent for the city to be involved further than
providing the lot, and also believes it is not a wise venture as other charitable entities have turned
down those properties citing the location was too risky.
Mayor Hart commented that the $25,000 in gap funds are likely made up of donations not just tax
dollars, and that different Wards have different needs and that this project has generated much hope
and optimism for the future of this area.
Mrs. Klein responded that if you take the $122,500 and multiplied it by the four projects originally
proposed, that the money could have still been allocated for that neighborhood and seen a far wider
benefit than just the addition of four single family homes.
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Mr. Morrissey thanked Hawkeye and the city for undertaking this project and commented that he
supports the item.
Mr. Amos commented that he feels this is a great project and will give young people the opportunity
to learn a job and become taxpayers.
Mr. Feuss commented that he sees this project as providing hope. Not just for the neighborhoods but
for the individuals that have the opportunity to learn this trade and be a part of building an affordable
home, and thanked Hawkeye Community College and other collaborating entities for allowing for
this opportunity.
Mr. Schmitt commented that he does not believe that a long-term economic development plan is
losing $50,000 and that it needs to be improved. He further commented that part of the premise of
taking this project was to help the city to relief itself of the numerous properties it owns and that it is
important to move forward. He also stated he'd like to see a commemorative plaque on this project
honoring former councilperson Ron Welper.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2019-535.
156563 - Schmitt/Feuss
that "Resolution approving a Professional Services Agreement with I & S Group, Inc., of Waterloo,
Iowa, in the amount of $15,000, in conjunction with architectural/design services for the Five
Sullivan Brothers Convention Center Penthouse Roof Replacement Project, and authorize the Mayor
to execute said document", be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
David Dryer, 3145 W. 4th Street, commented that the work should not need to be designed due to the
fact that these look like repairs that a contractor should be able to complete.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2019-536.
156564 - Morrissey/Feuss
that "Resolution approving a Professional Services Agreement with I & S Group, Inc., of Waterloo,
Iowa, in the amount of $6,500, in conjunction with architectural/design services for the Five Sullivan
Brothers Convention Center Structural Lintel Replacement Project, and authorize the Mayor to
execute said document", be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Mr. Schmitt questioned if this project could be completed through a request for proposals from a
variety of vendors.
Noel Anderson explained that the building code requires that an architect design any improvements
to commercial buildings.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2019-537.
156565 - Morrissey/Feuss
that "Resolution approving a Professional Services Agreement with I & S Group, Inc., of Waterloo,
Iowa, in the amount of $35,000, in conjunction with architectural/design services for the Five
Sullivan Brothers Convention Center Exhibit Hall Ceiling Renovation 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. 2019-538.
156566 - Morrissey/Feuss
that "Resolution approving a Professional Services Agreement with I & S Group, Inc., of Waterloo,
Iowa, in the amount of $49,000, in conjunction with architectural/design services for the Five
Sullivan Brothers Convention Center Roof Facade Improvements Project, and authorize the Mayor
to execute said document", be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
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Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2019-539.
ORDINANCES
156567 - Feuss/Amos
that "an Ordinance providing that general property taxes levied and collected each year on all
property located within the newly described Crossroads Waterloo Urban Renewal and
Redevelopment Plan Area, in the City of Waterloo, County of Black Hawk, State of Iowa, by and for
the benefit of the State of Iowa, City of Waterloo, County of Black Hawk, Waterloo Community
School District and other taxing districts, be paid to a special fund for payment of principal and
interest on loans, monies, advanced to and indebtedness, including bonds issued or to be issued,
incurred by said City in connection with said Urban Renewal Project", be received, placed on file,
considered and passed for the second time. Roll call vote -Ayes: Six. Abstain: One. (Jacobs due to
business reasons). Motion carried.
156568 - Feuss/Amos
that rules requiring ordinances to be considered and voted for passage at two prior meetings be
suspended. Roll call vote -Ayes: One. Nays: Five (Feuss, Klein, Amos, Schmitt and Juon).
Abstain: One (Jacobs due to business reasons). Motion failed.
156569 - Schmitt/Amos
that "an Ordinance providing that general property taxes levied and collected each year on all
property located within the newly described Crossroads Waterloo Urban Renewal and
Redevelopment Plan Area, in the City of Waterloo, County of Black Hawk, State of Iowa, by and for
the benefit of the State of Iowa, City of Waterloo, County of Black Hawk, Waterloo Community
School District and other taxing districts, be paid to a special fund for payment of principal and
interest on loans, monies, advanced to and indebtedness, including bonds issued or to be issued,
incurred by said City in connection with said Urban Renewal Project", be considered and passed for
the second time and adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Six. Abstain: One. (Jacobs due to business
reasons). Motion carried.
156570 - Schmitt/Amos
that rules requiring ordinances to be considered and voted for passage at two prior meetings be
suspended. Roll call vote -Ayes: One. Nays: Five (Feuss, Klein, Amos, Schmitt and Juon).
Abstain: One (Jacobs due to business reasons). Motion failed.
156571 - Morrissey/Feuss
that "an Ordinance providing that general property taxes levied and collected each year on all
property located within the newly described San Marnan Urban Renewal and Redevelopment Plan
Area, in the City of Waterloo, County of Black Hawk, State of Iowa, by and for the benefit of the
State of Iowa, City of Waterloo, County of Black Hawk, Waterloo Community School District and
other taxing districts, be paid to a special fund for payment of principal and interest on loans, monies
advanced to and indebtedness, including bonds issued or to be issued, incurred by said City in
connection with said Urban Renewal Project", be received, placed on file, considered and passed for
the second time. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
156572 - Morrissey/Feuss
that rules requiring ordinances to be considered and voted for passage at two prior meetings be
suspended. Roll call vote -Ayes: Two. Nays: Five (Feuss, Klein, Amos, Schmitt, and Juon).
Motion failed.
ADJOURNMENT
156573 - Feuss/Amos
that the Council adjourn at 6:27 p.m. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
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elley Felch e,
City Clerk