HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-10/20/2014October 20, 2014
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, October 20, 2014. Mayor
Ernest G. Clark in the Chair. Roll Call: Cole, Jones, Schmitt, Lind, Morrissey, Welper,
and Hart.
Moment of Silence.
Pledge of Allegiance: Quentin Hart, Ward 4 Council Member.
143690 - Hart/Schmitt
that the Agenda, as proposed, for the Regular Session on Monday, October 20,
2014, at 5:30 p.m., be accepted and approved. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion
carried.
143691 - Hart/Schmitt
that the Minutes, as proposed, for the Regular Session on Monday, October 13,
2014, at 5:30 p.m., be accepted and approved. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion
carried.
Mayor Clark read a Proclamation October 19-25, 2014, as "Character Counts Week".
CONSENT AGENDA
143692 - Hart/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
October 20, 2014, in the amount of $2,531,070.24, 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. 2014-904.
2. Request of Jayson F. Fenske for tax exemptions for the construction of a
new twin home valued at $140,000.00 located at 4116 Mourning Dove Drive
and located in the City Limits Urban Revitalization Area (CLURA).
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-905.
3. Request of WE Peters, LTD for tax exemptions for the construction of a new
twin home valued at $170,000.00 located at 4135 Mourning Dove Drive and
located in the City Limits Urban Revitalization Area (CLURA).
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-906.
4. Request of WE Peters, LTD for tax exemptions for the construction of a new
twin home valued at $173,000.00 located at 4137 Mourning Dove Drive and
located in the City Limits Urban Revitalization Area (CLURA).
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-907.
5. Request of Chris Fischels for tax exemptions for the construction of a new
single family home valued at $250,000.00 located at 4736 Yellowstone Drive
and located in the City Limits Urban Revitalization Area (CLURA).
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-908.
6. Request of Della Cafaro for tax exemptions for the construction of a new
single family home valued at $220,000.00 located at 1954 Red Tail Drive
and located in the City Limits Urban Revitalization Area (CLURA).
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-909.
7. Request of Chris Fischels for tax exemptions for the construction of a new
single family home valued at $200,000.00 located at 4755 Winghaven Drive
and located in the City Limits Urban Revitalization Area (CLURA).
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-910.
8. Resolution setting date of hearing as November 3, 2014 to approve request
of Iowa Development Enterprises to vacate a 15' wide platted utility
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easement along the south property line of Lot 1, Summerland Farms; and
instruct City Clerk to publish notice.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-911.
b. Motion to approve the following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Travel Requests
Name & Title of
Personnel
Class/Meeting
Destination
Date(s)
Amount
not to
exceed
Captain Leibold,
Captain Mohlis, &
Police Liability
in IA
Clive, IA
11/6/14
$632.00
Lt. Payne
Keith Kaspari,
Interview
Waterloo,
9/18/14-
$801.00
Director of
IA
9/20/14
Aviation Candidate -
Amended
Libby Rowe,
Vertigo
Waterloo
11/13/14-
$125.00
Performance Artist
Performance Art
Series
Center for
the Arts
11/15/14
Jimmy James Canales
Vertigo
Waterloo
11/14/14-
$250.00
& Matt Kubo,
Performance Artists
Performance Art
Series
Center for
the Arts
11/16/14
Officer Lyons
CTK Interview &
Waterloo,
10/27/14-
$300.00
Interrogation
IA
10/29/14
School
6. Recommendation of appointment of Keith Kaspari to the position of Director of
Aviation, effective November 17, 2014.
7. Recommendation of appointment of Dr. Cindy Hahn to the ADA Compliance
commission with term expiration of October 6, 2017.
Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
143693 - Hart/Morrissey
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on Traffic Safety
Improvements at the Intersection of Ansborough and Downing Avenues, as published
in the Waterloo Courier on October 9, 2014, 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 objections and there were none.
143694 - Hart/Morrissey
that the hearing be closed. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
143695 - Hart/Morrissey
that "Resolution confirming approval of plans, specifications, form of contract,
etc. for the Traffic Safety Improvements at the Intersection of Ansborough and
Downing Avenues", be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-912.
143696 - Hart/Morrissey
that "Resolution ordering construction for the Traffic Safety Improvements at
the Intersection of Ansborough and Downing Avenues", be adopted. Roll call
vote -Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-913.
143697 - Hart/Morrissey
to receive, file and instruct City Clerk to read bids and refer to Traffic
Operations Superintendent for review:
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Bidder
Bid Security
Bid Amount
KWS, Inc.
Cedar Falls, IA
5%
$37,400.00
Voice vote -Ayes: Seven.
143698 - Schmitt/Hart
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on Traffic Safety
Improvements at the Intersection of Fletcher and University Avenues, as
published in the Waterloo Courier on October 8, 2014, 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 objections.
Mr. Jones questioned what the safety issues at the intersection were.
Sandie Greco, Traffic Superintendent, explained that the main cause was left
turn and right turns collisions. Signals, signs and markings on the street will
be added.
Mr. Lind asked who would pay the difference between the bid amount and the grant
since the bid was higher than grant.
Sandie Greco, Traffic Superintendent, explained that they are working with
contractor to reduce the bid amount.
143699 - Schmitt/Hart
that the hearing be closed and oral comments be received and placed on file.
Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
143700 - Schmitt/Hart
that "Resolution confirming approval of plans, specifications, form of contract,
etc. for the Traffic Safety Improvements at the Intersection of Fletcher and
University Avenues", be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-914.
143701 - Schmitt/Hart
that "Resolution ordering construction for the Traffic Safety Improvements at
the Intersection of Fletcher and University Avenues", be adopted. Roll call
vote -Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-915.
143702 - Schmitt/Hart
to receive, file and instruct City Clerk to read bids and refer to Traffic
Operations Superintendent for review:
Bidder
Bid Security
Bid Amount
KWS, Inc.
Cedar Falls, IA
o
5°
$52,000.00
Voice vote -Ayes: Seven.
143703 - Welper/Hart
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on request for proposal
for Demolition and Site Clearance Request for proposal for Demolition and Site
Clearance Services, (no RACM) for 67 Franklin Street, 134 Dearborn Street, 520
Cottage, 820 Fowler, 420 Dawson, and 409 State Street, as published in the
Waterloo Courier on October 8, 2014, 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 objections and there were none.
143704 - Welper/Hart
that the hearing be closed. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
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143705 - Welper/Hart
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that "Resolution confirming approval of plans, specifications, form of contract,
etc. with proposal for Demolition and Site Clearance Services (no RACM) for 67
Franklin Street, 134 Dearborn Street, 520 Cottage, 820 Fowler, 420 Dawson, and
409 State Street be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-916.
143706 - Welper/Hart
that "Resolution ordering construction in conjunction with proposal for
Demolition and Site Clearance Services no RACM) for 67 Franklin Street, 134
Dearborn Street, 520 Cottage, 820 Fowler, 420 Dawson, and 409 State Street", be
adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-917.
143707 - Welper/Hart
to receive, file and instruct City Clerk to read bids and refer to Community
Planning & Development Director for review:
Bidder
Bid Security
Bid Amount
Frickson Bros. Excavating
Evansdale, IA
$2,645.00
$52,900.00
Lehman Trucking & Excavating, Inc.
Waterloo, IA
5%
$55,100.00
Peterson Contractors Inc.
Reinbeck, IA
5%
$152,235.00
Voice vote -Ayes: Seven.
143708 - Hart/Morrissey
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on the Adoption of the
2015-2019 Capital Improvements Program for the City of Waterloo as published in
the Waterloo Courier on October 9, 2014, 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.
Randy Herod, 111 Highland Blvd., asked that CIP funds be allocated for the
animal control building.
143709 - Hart/Morrissey
that the hearing be closed and oral and written comments be received and placed
on file. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
143710 - Hart/Morrissey
that "Resolution confirming approval of Adoption of the 2015-2019 Capital
Improvements Program for the City of Waterloo" be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes:
Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-918.
143711 - Cole/Hart
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on request by David and
Beth Delegardelle at 472 Progress Avenue to vacate the 30' platted building line
located adjacent to the south property line of Lot 47 of Oak Park Addition, as
published in the Waterloo Courier on October 9, 2014, 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.
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143712 - Cole/Hart
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that the hearing be closed and recommendation of approval of Planning,
Programming and Zoning Commission be received and placed on file. Voice vote -
Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
143713 - Cole/Hart
that "an Ordinance vacating the 30' platted building line located adjacent to
the south property line of Lot 47 of Oak Park Addition", be received, placed on
file, considered and passed for the time. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion
carried.
143714 - Cole/Hart
that rules requiring ordinances to be considered and voted for passage at two
prior meetings be suspended. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven.
143715 - Cole/Hart
that "an Ordinance vacating the 30' platted building line located parallel to
the south property line of Lot 47 of Oak Park Addition", be received, placed on
file, 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. 5246.
143716 - Morrissey/Hart
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on request of Kim and Otto
Maclin for the sale and conveyance of city -owned property generally located 506
Reed Street at a cost of $10,100.00, plus costs, as published in the Waterloo
Courier on October 9, 2014, 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.
143717 - Morrissey/Hart
that the hearing be closed. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
143718 - Morrissey/Hart
that "Resolution authorizing sale and conveyance of city -owned property
generally located 506 Reed Street at a cost of $10,100.00, plus costs, and
authorize City Attorney to prepare and deliver deed accordingly. Roll call
vote -Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-919.
RESOLUTIONS
143719 - Cole/Hart
that "Resolution approving Golf Rates for the 2015 season, with no changes in
fees", be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven.
Mr. Schmitt questioned how far out geographically do we compare the rates and
how often are the rates reviewed and compared to surrounding communities.
Paul Huting, Leisure Services Director, explained that the City looks out three
to five years for comparisons. Rates are adjusted approximately every three
years. Geographically the City looks at the surrounding communities for
approximately 30 miles.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-920.
143720 - Cole/Hart
that "Resolution approving award of contract to Failor Hurley Construction of
Waterloo, Iowa, in the amount not to exceed $99,511.00; and approving the
Contract, Bonds and Certificate of Insurance for the 2014 Byrnes Tennis Center
Restroom Project; and authorize Mayor and City Clerk to execute said document",
be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-921.
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143721 - Cole/Hart
that "Resolution approving Customer Information System Hosting Agreement with
the Water Works; and authorize Mayor and City Clerk to execute said document",
be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-922.
143722 - Schmitt/Hart
that "Resolution approving amendment to Development Agreement with Hotel
President Partners, LP for the redevelopment of 500 Sycamore Street, revising
the previous tax rebate schedule of 10 years to the following: 90, 80, 70, 60,
40, 30, 20, 20, 20, 10%; and authorize Mayor and City Clerk to execute said
document", be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven.
Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director, explained that the
Council previously approved a development agreement following the CURA schedule.
The developer is working with the Iowa Finance Authority and has to meet their
standards for the first four years. The developer is not getting any additional
reduction shuffling the percentages.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-923.
143723 - Schmitt/Hart
that "Resolution approving Wildlife Hazard Assessment Agreement with the Iowa
Department of Transportation, in the amount of $17,000.00, for the Waterloo
Regional Airport; and authorize Mayor and City Clerk to execute said document",
be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-924.
143724 - Schmitt/Hart
that "Resolution approving rescinding Resolution No. 2013-682A that was adopted
on August 19, 2013 authorizing the Development Agreement with David and Mary
Staudt for city -owned property located at 519 E. 3rd Street", be adopted. Roll
call vote -Ayes: Seven.
Mr. Morrissey questioned if the resolution is approved what happens next.
Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director, explained that this
removes the Staudt's from their agreement and allows the City to move forward
with what needs to be done to the property.
Mr. Morrissey questioned if anything will happen, will Council be notified.
David Staudt, 1607 Washington St., explained that the garbage has been removed
from the property but they were unable to find a property to utilize the
materials.
Mr. Morrissey hopes that the building will be saved.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-925.
ORDINANCES
143725 - Cole/Hart
that "an Ordinance amending the 2007 Code of Ordinances of the City of Waterloo,
Iowa by adding new Article F, Foundation Drain Disconnection, of Chapter 3,
Sewer Regulations, of Title 8, Public Utilities", be received, placed on file,
considered and passed for the second time. Roll call vote -Ayes: Five. Nays:
Two. (Schmitt and Lind). Motion carried.
James Ralston, 129 Woodlawn Rd., noted that he had questions and was originally
opposed but now he understands the need. He asked that the money go to the home
owner.
Steve Murphy, 124 Terrace Dr., expressed concern with the timing of the
ordinance. He asked that more time be taken to seek information.
Junior Grimm, 420 Hannah Blvd., spoke in opposition to the ordinance.
Forest Dillavou, 1725 Huntington Rd., spoke in opposition to the ordinance.
Wayne Nathem, 548 Cloverdale Ave., spoke in opposition to the ordinance.
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Jason Van Clark, 2769 Larrabee Ave., asked that the ordinance be amended to
allow homeowners to do the work and be reimbursed.
Mayor Clark noted that the change may be proposed after this ordinance is
passed.
Herb Mohler, 1835 Liberty Dr., expressed concern with putting the water into the
yard.
Herb Wheeler, 1017 Dundee Ave., expressed concern with the ordinance.
The Mayor noted that the City has met with area plumbers and is very convinced
that the $2,000 rebate will cover most of the costs. There will be a
consideration for hardship cases.
Josh Wilson, 2831 Saratoga Drive, asked if there is a document outlining the
need for this ordinance.
Mayor Clark noted that there are confidential documents created by our attorney
and the EPA.
Leon Wertjes, 1314 Pleasant Valley Drive, expressed concern with the size of the
sump pump and the ordinance as proposed.
Randy Herod, 111 Highland Blvd., asked Council to look for other options.
Ms. Cole asked Mr. Bamsey to address the citizens concerns.
Bob Bamsey, AECOM, explained that the plant is operated under a number of
constraints. The two constraints we are focusing on are organic and hydraulic.
Flow equalization is the process of controlling hydraulic velocity, or flow
rate, through a wastewater treatment system. The equalization of flow prevents
short term, high volumes of incoming flow, called surges, from forcing solids
and organic material out of the treatment process. Flow equalization also
controls the flow through each stage of the treatment system, allowing adequate
time for the physical, biological and chemical processes to take place. We
currently don't have enough organic to justify operating the whole plant. We
are working with the DNR to slow the equalization process. When we are
inundated with large amounts of water due to rainfall it affects the hydraulics
of the treatment plant which ultimately affects the organics. The City cannot
run storm water into the sewer system. The urgency to pass this ordinance is
because the EPA is urging us to take action.
Mr. Lind questioned if a bigger pipe could be installed.
Mr. Bamsey explained that there are long range plans to increase the pipe size
and the area is being slip lined. Approximately 4.5 miles have been completed
and we have asked for an additional 10 miles.
Mr. Schmitt questioned if there was a cost estimate for increasing the pipe in
area 15 and 16. He expressed concern with not having a plumber or a contractor
on the committee.
Mr. Bamsey explained that the cost is way too much to increase the pipe size.
Mr. Morrissey explained that this is about clean water and asked that Council
pass the ordinance and make changes as we go forward. He explained that this is
an unfunded mandate. It was suggested that the plumbers bid to complete the
entire area.
Mr. Lind responded the way we solve unfunded mandates is voting no.
143726 - Cole/hart
that rules requiring ordinances to be considered and voted for passage at two
prior meetings be suspended. Roll call vote -Ayes: Two. Nays: Five (Schmitt,
Lind, Morrissey, Hart, and Cole). Motion failed.
143727 - Hart/Morrissey
that "an Ordinance providing that general property taxes levied and collected
each year on all property located within the newly expanded Martin Road
Development 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,
October 20, 2014 Page 8
placed on file, considered and passed for the second time. Roll call vote -Ayes:
Six. Motion carried.
Mr. Lind questioned if we have a benchmark to determine success of this
strategy.
Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director, explained that the
goal is to get development. There is not a specific goal for an individual
district. The overall City goal is hit one million dollars in building permits.
Josh Wilson, 2831 Saratoga Dr., questioned how many new jobs have been created
in TIF Districts. Why we are not reporting this to the State? How much money
has been received in the TIF zones? How many of the companies in the TIF
Districts are new to Waterloo?
Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director, responded that off
the top ConAgra hired 200, Ferguson hired 200, it's not the amount that was
initially hired it is the tracking the employees hired down the road, but there
has been thousands of jobs created in our TIF districts over the years.
143728 - Hart/Welper
that rules requiring ordinances to be considered and voted for passage at two
prior meetings be suspended. Roll call vote -Ayes: Five. Nays: Two (Schmitt and
Lind). Motion Failed.
OTHER COUNCIL BUSINESS
143729 - Cole/Hart
that Change Order No. 5 for a net increase in the amount of $5,250.00 for work
performed by K & W Electric, Inc. of Cedar Falls, Iowa, for the Rehabilitation
of Airfield Vault Project for Waterloo Regional Airport, be received and placed
on file and approved; and authorize Mayor and City Clerk to execute said
document. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
143730 - Cole/Hart
that Change Order No. 6 for a net increase in the amount of $41,857.50 for work
performed by Cedar Valley Corp. of Waterloo, Iowa, for the F.Y. 2014 Kimball
Avenue Transportation Improvements, Contract No. 843; and authorize Mayor to
execute said document, be received and placed on file and approved; and
authorize Mayor and City Clerk to execute said document. Voice vote -Ayes:
Five. Nays: Two (Jones, Cole). Motion carried.
143731 - Cole/Hart
that Change Order No. 2 for a net increase of $28,984.90 for work performed by
Ricklefs Excavating of Anamosa, Iowa for the LaPorte Road Pumping Station and
Force Main Project,Contract No.
847,be received and placed on file and
approved; and authorize Mayor and City Clerk to execute said document. Voice
vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Mr. Schmitt questioned the cause of the increase.
Eric Thorson, City Engineer, explained that due to the delay we need to fill in
the concrete gap until next year. We have been unable to find any recourse.
The City is working with the utilities to help make next year smoother.
143732 - Hart/Welper
to instruct Community Planning & Development Director to prepare plans,
specifications, form of contract, etc. for the request for proposal for
Demolition and Site Clearance Services (no RACM) for 927 Mullan, 100 Blackwood,
3175 Independence, 2375 Independence, and 4012 Leversee. Voice vote -Ayes:
Seven. Motion carried.
Mr. Morrissey questioned if all properties are beyond rehabilitation.
Noel Anderson, Community Planning & Development Director, we are clearing a
large amount of the properties that are close to or beyond rehabilitation and
that would also allow for commercial development in some of the areas.
143733 - Hart/Welper
that plans, specifications, form of contract, etc. in conjunction with the
request for Proposal for Demolition and Site Clearance Services for (no RACM)
for 927 Mullan, 100 Blackwood, 3175 Independence, 2375 Independence, and 4012
Leversee. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
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143734 - Hart/Welper
that "Resolution preliminarily approving plans, specifications, form of
contract, etc. in conjunction with request for Proposal for Demolition and Site
Clearance Services (no RACM) for 927 Mullan, 100 Blackwood, 3175 Independence,
2375 Independence, and 4012 Leversee", be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-926.
143735 - Hart/Welper
that "Resolution setting date of bid opening as November 6, 2014 and date of
public hearing as November 10, 2014; and instruct City Clerk to publish notice
of plans, specifications, form of contract, etc. and taking of bids for the
request for Proposal for Proposal for Demolition and Site Clearance Services (no
RACM) for 927 Mullan, 100 Blackwood, 3175 Independence, 2375 Independence, and
4012 Leversee", be adopted. Roll call vote -Ayes: Seven.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2014-927.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
Steve Murphy, 124 Terrace Dr., asked how the garbage was picked up when the
landfill was closed. The City was able to pick it up prior to the landfill
closing. He suggested not renting the downtown building for leisure services
and utilizing one of our own buildings.
Paul Huting, Leisure Services Director, explained that the location causes a
savings by having the building located centrally downtown and houses the entire
downtown operation.
Mayor Clark explained the main reason for the rental of the storage facility is
to alleviate the cost to transport the mowers either back and forth from Leisure
Services or from the Public Works Building.
Josh Wilson, 2831 Saratoga Dr., asked Council to not publically support any
particular political group.
Jim Chapman, 224 Bertch Ave., expressed concern with the increased break-ins in
the Byron Ave. neighborhood.
Jason Van Clark, 2769 Larrabee Ave., explained that property owners do not need
to necessarily have to put in a sump system.
Bill Kammeyer, 526 Home Park Blvd., asked if the line item budget is on the
cities website. He expressed concern with not penalizing contractors for not
completing projects.
Michelle Weidner, Chief Financial Officer, explained that he is able to come to
City Hall and view the budget at any time.
Judy Celeske, 210 Williston Ave., expressed concern with adding other cities to
the sewer system.
Forest Dillavou, 1725 Huntington Road, spoke in opposition to the TIF Districts.
David Dryer, 3145 W. 4th St., asked Council to look at changing the underground
infrastructure.
Wayne Nathem, 548 Cloverdale Ave., questioned how many homes were in the area
affected by the footing drain program.
Randy Herod, 111 Highland Blvd., spoke in support of allowing citizen comment at
the end of the meetings.
143736 - Hart/Welper
that the above oral comments be received and placed on file. Voice vote -Ayes:
Seven. Motion carried.
ADJOURNMENT
143737 - Hart/Welper
that the Council adjourn at 7:24 p.m. Voi — vote -Aye:. Seven. Motion carried.
uzy S• ares, CMC
City C erk/Human Resource Director