HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Packet - 4/27/2020Council Work Session
April 23, 2020
Time indicated below
Harold E. Getty Council Chambers
Roll Call.
Approval of Agenda, as proposed or amended.
4:20 p.m. Discussion of a resolution urging the Governor of the State of Iowa to
pro -rate 12-month liquor license fees.
Submitted By: Pat Morrissey, Ward 3 Council member
Approx. Discussion of a resolution issuing a moratorium on collecting fees
4:40 p.m. from businesses ordered to close by the Governor of the State of Iowa
due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Submitted By: Margaret Klein, Ward 1 Council member
ADJOURNMENT
Kelley Felchle
City Clerk
CITY OF WATERLOO
Council Communication
Discussion of a resolution urging the Governor of the State of Iowa to pro -rate 12-month liquor license fees.
City Council Meeting: 4/23/2020
Prepared: 4/23/2020
REVIEWERS:
Department Reviewer
Clerk Office Felchle, Kelley
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
❑ Resolution as proposed
SUBJECT:
Submitted by:
Recommended Action:
Summary Statement:
Expenditure Required:
Source of Funds:
Policy Issue:
Alternative:
Background Information:
Action
Approved
Type
Backup Material
Date
4/23/2020 - 10:17 AM
Discussion of a resolution urging the Governor of the State of Iowa to pro-
rate 12-month liquor license fees.
Submitted By: Pat Morrissey, Ward 3 Council member
Prepared Kelley Felchle, City Clerk, City of Waterloo, 715 Mulberry Street, Waterloo, IA
50703, (319) 291-4323.
RESOLUTION NO. 2020-XXX
RESOLUTION URGING THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE
OF IOWA TO PRO -RATE LICENSE FEES ON ALL 12-
MONTH LIQUOR LICENSES.
WHEREAS, the Governor of the State of Iowa issued an original proclamation on March
17, 2020 closing all bars and restaurants except for carry -out and drive-thru service; and
WHEREAS, the Governor of the State of Iowa issued a proclamation on March 20, 2020
allowing for refunds of 8 month, 6 month, 5 day, and 14 day liquor licenses, and carry -out,
delivery, and drive-thru alcohol sales, but has not taken action to refund or alleviate the financial
burden of a 12 month licenses during the COVID-19 pandemic; and
WHERAS, bar and restaurant owners with 12-month licenses are facing detrimental
financial impact during the forced shutdown, federal Small Business Association loan funds have
dried up, and financial relief during this time will help keep businesses operational after they are
allowed to re -open.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WATERLOO, IOWA, that the City of Waterloo urges the Governor to pro -rate 12-month
liquor license fees while bars and restaurants are ordered closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this th day of 2020.
Quentin Hart, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kelley Felchle
City Clerk
CITY OF WATERLOO
Council Communication
Discussion of a resolution issuing a moratorium on collecting fees from businesses ordered to close by the
Governor of the State of Iowa due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
City Council Meeting: 4/23/2020
Prepared: 4/23/2020
REVIEWERS:
Department
Clerk Office
Reviewer
Felchle, Kelley
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
❑ Resolution as proposed
SUBJECT:
Submitted by:
Recommended Action:
Summary Statement:
Expenditure Required:
Source of Funds:
Policy Issue:
Alternative:
Background Information:
Action
Approved
Type
Backup Material
Date
4/23/2020 - 10:26 AM
Discussion of a resolution issuing a moratorium on collecting fees from
businesses ordered to close by the Governor of the State of Iowa due to the
COVID-19 pandemic.
Submitted By: Margaret Klein, Ward 1 Council member
Prepared Kelley Felchle, City Clerk, City of Waterloo, 715 Mulberry Street, Waterloo, IA
50703, (319) 291-4323.
RESOLUTION NO. 2020-XXX
RESOLUTION ISSUING A MORATORIUM ON COLLECTING
FEES FROM BUSINESSES ORDERED TO CLOSE BY THE
GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF IOWA DUE TO THE COVID-
19 PANDEMIC.
WHEREAS, the Governor of the State of Iowa ordered numerous businesses to close in
order to slow the spread of COVID-19, which has had a serious financial impact on the local
economy; and
WHEREAS, the City of Waterloo routinely collects fees from businesses for various
types of permits and inspections; and
WHERAS, it is the desire of this City Council to reduce financial burden facing
businesses in Waterloo.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WATERLOO, IOWA, as follows:
1. That the City of Waterloo continues to issue permits, conduct inspections, or engage
in any other activity that generates a fee.
2. That effective May 4, 2020, a moratorium is hereby enacted on collecting any fees
from businesses that were ordered by the Governor to close due to the COVID-19 pandemic until
thirty (30) days after the business has been allowed by the Governor to reopen.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this th day of 2020.
Quentin Hart, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kelley Felchle
City Clerk