HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Packet - 3/29/2021 THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA,
PLANNING SESSION TO BE HELD AT
Schoitz Room at Waterloo Center for the Arts. Zoom information for the
meeting is also available at https://cityofwaterlooiowa.com/register.
Monday, March 29, 2021
5:30 PM
ELECTRONIC CITY COUNCIL MEETING
At this time, all meetings of the Waterloo City Council will be electronic because meeting in
person is impossible or impractical due to the spread of COVID-19. Iowa Code Section 21.8,
Governor Reynolds' Disaster Emergency Proclamations allow cities to hold electronic meetings
and Mayor Hart has issued Civil Emergency Proclamations calling for electronic meetings.
Electronic meetings will be held utilizing Zoom video conferencing. Zoom meeting information is
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City Clerk's Office at 319-291-4323 or email clerks@waterloo-ia.org to receive the meeting
information. Individuals speaking during the electronic regular session or planning session
meetings are required to follow the rules for public participation
RULES FOR PLANNING SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT
The city council shall only receive public comment on bill payments and emergency agenda items
listed on a planning session agenda. Public comment on bill payments and emergency items shall
be conducted in accordance with Waterloo City Code Section 1-4A-34(see below). The city
council shall not receive any public comment during the meeting on agenda items designated as
planning discussion topics. Waterloo City Code Section 1-4A-34:At the discretion of the
presiding officer, individuals may speak for a maximum of three (3)minutes when the council
discusses agenda items. This section does not apply to businesses or parties directly involved in
agenda items.
Roll Call.
Prayer or Moment of Silence
Pledge of Allegiance
Sharon Juon,At-Large Council Member
Agenda, as proposed or amended.
Minutes of March 15, 2021, Regular Session, as approved.
Minutes of March 22, 2021, Work Session, as proposed.
Minutes of March 25, 2021, Special Meeting, as proposed.
1. Consent Agenda:
(The following items will be acted upon by voice vote on a single motion without separate
discussion, unless someone from the council or public requests that a specific item be
considered separately.)
A. Resolution to approve the following:
1. Bills Payment, Finance Committee Invoice Summary Report, a copy of which is on file in
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the office of the City Clerk.
B. Motion to approve the following:
OTHER COUNCIL BUSINESS
2. Discussion of 2030 Community Visioning Plan lead by de Novo Marketing.
Submitted By:Mayor Quentin Hart
ADJOURNMENT
Motion to adjourn.
Kelley Felchle
City Clerk
MEETINGS
5:10 p.m. Finance Committee, Harold E. Getty Council Chambers
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CITY OF WATERLOO
Council Communication
Sharon Juon,At-Large Council Member
City Council Meeting: 3/29/2021
Prepared:
Submitted by: Submitted By:
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CITY OF WATERLOO
Council Communication
Minutes of March 15, 2021, Regular Session, as approved.
City Council Meeting: 3/29/2021
Prepared:
ATTACHMENTS:
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March 15, 2021
The Council of the City of Waterloo, Iowa, met in Regular Session via Zoom video conference, at 5:30 p.m., on
Monday, March 15, 2021. Mayor Quentin Hart in the Chair. Roll Call: Boesen, Amos, Morrissey, Klein, Feuss,
Grieder and Juon.
Prayer or Moment of Silence.
Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor Quentin Hart
159639 - Juon/Grieder
that the Agenda, as amended by removing Item I.A.12, Resolution awarding bid to Restoration
Services, Inc. in the amount of $77,500 for tuck-pointing, power washing and sealing of exterior
building at Waterloo Public Library, and approving the contract, bond, and certificate of insurance,
and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said document, so that more time can be given
to review the project, for the Regular Session on Monday, March 15, 2021, at 5:30 p.m., be accepted
and approved. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
159640 - Juon/Grieder
that the Minutes, as proposed, for the Regular Session on Monday, March 1, 2021, at 5:30 p.m., be
accepted and approved. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Proclamation declaring March 23, 2021 as National Ag Day.
Proclamation honoring the Iowa Food Bank Association.
Swearing in of(3)new Police Officers, Jacob Bolstad, Anthony Frenz, and Mitchell McGee.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Sheila Beal, 315 Gayle Street, commented that the city has numerous parks already and that she does
not want to see the city implement an inclusive park because it will add additional maintenance cost
to the city. She stated that the city has not done an effective job at mowing the parks currently. She
suggested putting this where an existing park is located.
Forrest Dillavou, 1725 Huntington Road, urged the Mayor to open council chambers to the public.
He stated that children deserve to have park added to the Edison neighborhood.
Mrs. Klein commented that she believes the council is capable of meeting in the council chambers
and that it should be opened to council and public.
Mr. Grieder thanked the Public Works Department for their work clearing snow during the blizzard
today.
Mr. Morrissey thanked national leaders for the things they are doing to move Waterloo forward.
Mayor Hart shared that the city has a survey out for the 2030 Community Vision Plan. He
encouraged everyone to take the time to complete the survey.
159641 - Juon/Grieder
that the above oral comments be received and placed on file. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion
carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
159642 - Juon/Feuss
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 March 8, 2021, in
the amount of$823,601.78 and March 15, 2021, in the amount of$4,642,407.50 a copy of
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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. 2021-144.
2. Resolution approving Variance to Noise Ordinance request from Lori Petersen, in
conjunction with the Waterloo Public Library Summer Library Program Puppet Show to be
held at Lincoln Park on Thursday, July 22, 2021 at 10:30 a.m.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-145.
3. Resolution approving Variance to Noise Ordinance request from Brandon Simon, in
conjunction with the 5th annual Urban Cross Grand Prix event to be held on May 15, 2021
from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at National Cattle Congress Fairgrounds.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-146.
4. Resolution approving Order accepting Acknowledgment/Settlement Agreement and check in
the amount of$300 from Metro 66 No.1, 3201 West Fourth Street, Waterloo, Iowa, for sale
of tobacco to minor violation-first offense, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute said document.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-147.
5. Resolution approving submission of a grant application for Waterloo Housing Trust Funds in
the amount of$40,000, to supplement Community Development's Emergency Repair
Program, specifically when eligible applicants are unable to financially cover repair costs
that exceed the cap of$4,000.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-148.
6. Resolu4ion authorizing an exeeption to the City of Water-lee's Pufehasiag Pr-eeedtffes Peliey5
LINER of Orange City, 7,.,,,.,
nos„lu4io,, .,domed and, pon approvalby M.,y,.,.assigned No. 2021
7. Resolution authorizing an exception to the City of Waterloo's Purchasing Procedures Policy,
to approve the purchase of a 2019 Ford Econoline VIPW Van, with a Lift Gate for the Street
Department, in the amount of$37,120, from Enterprise Truck Rental of Davenport, Iowa.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-149.
8. Resolution approving preliminary plans, specifications,bid documents, etc., setting date of
bid opening as April 8, 2021 and date of public hearing as April 19, 2021, in conjunction
with the FY 2021 Waste Water Treatment Plant and Lift Stations Mowing Contract, and
instruct the City Clerk to publish notice.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-150.
9. Resolution approving preliminary specifications and bid documents, setting date of bid
opening as April 8, 2021 and date of public hearing April 19, 2021, in conjunction with the
purchase of one (1) 2021 mid-sized multi-passenger vehicle for the City Motor Pool, and
instruct the City Clerk to publish notice.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-151.
10. Resolution setting a date of public hearing as April 5, 2021, to approve a Project Addendum
to Agreement for Residential Housing Construction with Hawkeye Community College,
authorizing the sale and conveyance of 514 Johnson Street to Hawkeye Community College
for the value of services that Hawkeye Community College will provide for the project, and
authorize the City Clerk to publish notice.
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Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-152.
11. Resolution setting a date of public hearing as April 5, 2021, to approve a Business Property
Lease with IPE1031 REV279, LLC, for the use of property located west of 1318 Martin
Road, in the amount of$1,000 per year, and instruct the City Clerk to publish notice.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-153.
b. Motion to approve the following:
1 Travel Requests
Name &Title of Amount
Personnel Class/Meeting Destination Date(s) not to
Exceed
a. Jeremiah VanDyke, Basic Fire Camp Dodge, April 26 - May 1, $475
Paramedic Investigation Course Johnston, IA 2021 & May 3-7,
2021
b. Officer Nathan Hazardous Device Huntsville, AL March 29 -April $5,575
Watson School 30, 2021
c. Officers Jordan Law Enforcement Des Moines, April 5-16, 2021 $1,420
Ehlers and Matthew Intelligence Network IA
Woodward School- Criminal
Intelligence Gathering
2• Approved Beer, Liquor, and Wine Applications
Name &Address of Business Class New or Expiration Includes
Renewal Date Sunda
a. Amigo Mexican Restaurant, C Liquor w/Outdoor Renewal 2/28/2022 x
1415 San Marnan Drive Service
b. Babe's Tap, 210 Division C Liquor Renewal 3/14/2022
Street
c. Dollar General Store#7136, B Wine/C Beer New 2/28/2022 x
66 E. Tower Park Drive
*Ownership Update*
d. Dollar General Store#10073, B Wine/C Beer Renewal 2/28/2022 x
3815 University Avenue
e. El Senor Tequila Nightclub, C Liquor Renewal 2/28/2022
118 E. 11th Street
f. Yourpie, 126 E. Ridgeway Special Class C Liquor Renewal 4/5/2022 x
w/Outdoor Service
3. Mayor Hart's recommendation of the following appointments:
Appointee Board/Commission Expiration Date New or
Re-Appointment
Scott McDonald Memorial Hall Commission March 31, 2024 Re-Appointment
John Mrzlak Memorial Hall Commission March 31, 2024 Re-Appointment
Matthew Carpenter Memorial Hall Commission March 31, 2024 New
James Lentfer Memorial Hall Commission March 31, 2024 Re-Appointment
Anthony Miller International Property March 15, 2022 New
Maintenance Board
Ethan Mangrich International Property March 15, 2022 New
Maintenance Board
Sarah Topliff International Property March 15, 2022 New
Maintenance Board
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Sherrie Jones International Property March 15, 2022 New
Maintenance Board
Carrie Chandler International Property March 15, 2022 New
Maintenance Board
4. Motion approving change order No. 4 with Kidder Construction, Inc., of Waterloo, Iowa, for a net
decrease in the amount of $2,634.67 in conjunction with the Public Works Truck Wash Area
Improvements Project, and authorizing the Mayor to execute said document.
5. Motion approving Change Order No. 5 with Cardinal Construction,of Waterloo,Iowa,for a net increase
of$441.06, in conjunction with the 5 Sullivan Brothers Convention Center Addition and Renovation
Project, and authorizing the Mayor to execute said document.
6. Motion to approve, receive and keep on file, amendments made to Section 1 of Article III --
Organization, of the Constitution of the Memorial Hall Commission.
Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
159643 - Boesen/Grieder
Resolution authorizing an exception to the City of Waterloo's Purchasing Procedures Policy, to
approve the purchase of an EZ Liner Model TS-AL120 Truck Mounted Striping Machine from EZ
LINER of Orange City, Iowa. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Mr. Boesen requested an overview of the item.
Sandie Greco, Traffic Superintendent, provided an overview of the item.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-154.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
159644 - Morrissey/Grieder
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on a request by DGOGWaterlooial 1042020,
LLC to rezone a 3.46 acre property northeast of 2600 E. Shaulis Road from"A-1"Agricultural
District to "C-P"Planned Commercial District, with conditions, to construct a new Dollar General
store, as published in the Waterloo Courier on March 5, 2021, 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.
Joshua Jebe, 2919 Cherrywood Lane, explained that he and other residents in the neighborhood do
not want to see another Dollar General in the community. He noted that this is very close to the new
amusement park and that they are not well maintained.
Rusty Doss, 1598 Imperial Center, West Plains, MO, Overland Group, shared that the company has
worked with the city to ensure the development is a better fit.
159645 - Morrissey/Grieder
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.
159646 - Morrissey/Grieder
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
DGOGWaterlooial 1042020, LLC to rezone a 3.46 acre property northeast of 2600 E. Shaulis Road
from"A-1"Agricultural District to "C-P"Planned Commercial District, with conditions, to construct
a new Dollar General store",be received,placed on file, considered and passed for the first time. Roll
call vote-Ayes: Two. Nays: Five (Boesen, Klein, Feuss, Grieder, and Juon). Motion failed.
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Mr. Boesen expressed several concerns about the development and location. He questioned if the
Planning Department has established an overlay zone to provide more scrutiny for what businesses go
in near the amusement park.
Mr. Grieder explained that he has had constituents contact him who share the concerns of both Mr.
Boesen and Mr. Jebe with regard to location. He commented on additional concerns and stated that
he will be opposing this ordinance.
Mr.Morrissey commented that he wants to hear from the Traffic Department regarding the traffic flow
in the area and from Mr. Doss on maintenance.
Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director, explained that Dollar General
provided a traffic study for the proposed site and explained the conditions and road modifications that
would be needed.
Mr. Morrissey questioned if the study included when the amusement park would be installed.
Noel Anderson confirmed.
Rusty Doss commented that a trash receptacle will be on site and that there can be a condition put in
that addresses maintenance but that the maintenance is controlled by the on-site manager.
Mr. Feuss questioned if the city could pursue an overlay of the area.
Noel Anderson provided an overview of the design review process and explained that much of the
oversite is taken into consideration when transitioning the property from an agricultural zoning to
commercial. He said that the current overlay could be expanded to include the 218 corridor or creating
a separate one.
Mr. Feuss questioned if this Dollar General is approved, would the design of all future businesses in
this area be based off its design.
Noel Anderson explained the ways that additional restrictions could be put into place.
Mr. Amos commented that a few weeks ago the council said it would listen to development over the
people and now they're saying they'll listen to the people over development. The developer is stating
that the building will blend into the community and the one built on Idaho Street is built in the same
manner and looks great, so he will be supporting this development.
Mrs. Juon commented that this is not the type of business we want to see as a gateway to what is going
to be an awesome tourist attraction to our community.
Mr. Boesen commented that he would support an overlay district. He stated that in the summertime
it is bumper to bumper traffic in that area when the water park opens,the casino has events, and it will
be even more congested when the amusement park opens. He added that the location is not ideal
considering it will be on a 45 mph curb.
Jamie Knutson, City Engineer, explained that the speed limit in the area can be lowered.
Mr. Morrissey questioned if the rezoning is just for Dollar General or are other projects will be placed
on the site.
Noel Anderson explained there is a possibility that Dollar General could subdivide the lot.
Mr. Morrissey questioned how much tax revenue they would be adding.
Noel Anderson commented that they would potentially add $600,000 with $60,000 coming to city
coffers.
Mr.Morrissey questioned if there will be any legal issues coming back on the city if the council denies
the ordinance.
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Martin Petersen, City Attorney, commented that the decision is solidly up to the city council and does
not anticipate litigation.
Mr. Morrissey expressed concern that the council is creating a double standard in how it is handling
development here and at Fairfield.
Mrs. Klein questioned if the traffic study is true to all potential developers or just this Dollar General.
She added that she supports an overlay plan.
Ordinance failed and assigned No. 5590.
159647 - Amos/Grieder
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on the sale and conveyance of property located
north of 3488 Wagner Road, to Camenzind Masonry, LLC, in the amount of $1.00, with a
Development and Minimum Assessment Agreement, as published in the Waterloo Courier on March
5, 2021, 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.
Mike Camenzind, Camenzind Masonry, LLC, 517 Rhey Street, provided an overview of the project.
159648 - Amos/Grieder
that the hearing be closed and oral comments be received and placed on file. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
159649 - Amos/Grieder
that "Resolution authorizing the sale and conveyance of a portion of City owned property to
Camenzind Masonry, LLC, in the amount of$1.00, generally located north of 3488 Wagner Road,
and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said document", be adopted. Roll-call vote-
Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Mr. Boesen commented that he supports the project. He expressed concern about the two substantial
completion dates. He asked to have one substantial completion date in contract.
Mike Camenzind confirmed that he would agree to that.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-155.
159650 - Amos/Feuss
that "Resolution approving a Development and Minimum Assessment Agreement with Camenzind
Masonry,LLC, for the construction of a new industrial building,with outdoor storage, and authorizing
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. 2021-156.
159651 - Feuss/Grieder
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on FY 2021 Riverfront Stadium Electrical Repair
Project, Contract No. 1046, as published in the Waterloo Courier on March 1, 2021, 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.
Paul Huting,Leisure Services Director,explained that anything in excess of$50,000 would be covered
by insurance.
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159652 - Feuss/Grieder
that the hearing be closed and oral comments be received and placed on file. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
159653 - Feuss/Grieder
that "Resolution confirming approval of plans, specifications, bid documents, form of contract,
estimate of cost etc., and authorizing to proceed", be adopted. Roll-call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion
carried.
Mr. Boesen questioned what impacted one bid being received for the project.
Paul Huting commented that the time frame is having an impact.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-157.
159654 - Feuss/Grieder
Motion to receive and file and instruct City Clerk to read bids.
Bid Estimate: $150,000
Bidder Bid Base Bid Alternate Unit Unit
Bond #1/DED Price 1 Price 2
Community Electric Inc. 5% $131,500 $1,420 $15.20 $3.60
Waterloo, IA
Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
159655 - Feuss/Boesen
that "Resolution approving award of bid to Community Electric of Waterloo, Iowa in the amount
of$131,500 in conjunction with the FY 2021 Riverfront Stadium Electrical Repair Project, Contract
No. 1046, and authorizing 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. 2021-158.
159656 - Morrissey/Feuss
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on General Obligation Bonds - ECP-1 - The
issuance of not to exceed $19,750,000 in General Obligation Bonds for essential corporate purposes,
as published in the Waterloo Courier on March 5, 2021,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.
159657 - Morrissey/Feuss
that the hearing be closed. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
159658 - Morrissey/Feuss
that "Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action", be adopted. Roll-call vote-Ayes:
Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-159.
159659 - Morrissey/Feuss
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that"Resolution authorizing the issuance of not to exceed$19,750,000 General Obligation Bonds, and
levying a tax for the payment thereof', be adopted. Roll-call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-160.
159660 - Amos/Feuss
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on FY 2021 Commercial St., Katoski Dr., and
Hawkeye Road Right Turn Lane Reconstruction Program, Contract No. 1024, as published in the
Waterloo Courier on March 1,2021,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.
159661 - Amos/Feuss
that the hearing be closed. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
159662 - Amos/Feuss
that "Resolution confirming approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, etc., and authorizing
to proceed", be adopted. Roll-call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-161.
159663 - Amos/Feuss
Motion to receive and file and instruct City Clerk to read bids.
Bid Estimate: $2,323,777.48
Bidder Bid Security Bid Amount
Lodge Construction, Inc. o $2,074,510.77
Clarksville, IA 5/o
Vieth Construction Corporation 5% $2,388,283.76
Cedar Falls, IA
Cedar Valley Corp. 5% $2,231,490.56
Waterloo, IA
Peterson Contractors, Inc. 5% $2,021,867.21
Reinbeck, IA
K. Cunningham Construction Co., Inc. 5% $2,027,154.63
Cedar Falls, IA
Midwest Concrete, Inc. 5% $2,316,323.11
Peosta, IA
Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
159664 - Amos/Feuss
that"Resolution approving award of bid to Peterson Contractors,Inc. of Reinbeck,Iowa,in the amount
of$2,021,867.20, approving the contract, bond and certificate of insurance, in conjunction with the
FY 2021 Commercial Street, Katoski Drive, and Hawkeye Road Right Turn Lane Reconstruction
Program, Contract No. 1024, and authorizing 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. 2021-162.
159665 - Morrissey/Grieder
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on the sale and conveyance of property located
north of 3620 Wagner Road, to Camenzind Masonry, LLC, in the amount of $1.00, with a
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Development and Minimum Assessment Agreement, as published in the Waterloo Courier on March
10, 2021,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.
159666 - Morrissey/Grieder
that the hearing be closed. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
159667 - Morrissey/Grieder
that "Resolution authorizing the sale and conveyance of a portion of City owned property to
Camenzind Masonry, LLC, in the amount of$1.00, generally located north of 3620 Wagner Road,
and authorizing 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. 2021-163.
159668 - Morrissey/Grieder
that "Resolution approving a Development and Minimum Assessment Agreement with Camenzind
Masonry, LLC, for the construction of a new industrial building with outdoor storage, and authorizing
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. 2021-164.
159669 - Klein/Feuss
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on Asbestos Abatement Services Contract No.
AB-2021-03-8P at 725 Glenwood Street, 663 Kern Street, 214 Cottage Street, 409 Wellington Street,
413 Wellington Street, 915 Linden Avenue, and 921 W. 2nd Street, as published in the Waterloo
Courier on March 5, 2021,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.
159670 - Klein/Feuss
that the hearing be closed. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
159671 - Klein/Feuss
that "Resolution confirming approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, etc., and authorizing
to proceed", be adopted. Roll-call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-165.
159672 - Klein/Feuss
Motion to receive and file and instruct City Clerk to read bids.
Engineer's Estimate: $25,400
Bidder Bid Security Total Bid Amount
Abatement Specialties, LLC o
Cedar Rapids, IA 5/o $29,500.00
Site Services, Inc. 5% $19,140.00
Algona, IA
AAA Budget Environmental, Inc. 5% $21,784.00
Monticello, IA
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REW Services Corporation 5% $30,326.00
Des Moines, IA
Active Thermal Concepts 5% $28,350.00
Hiawatha, IA
Advanced Environmental 5% $19,900.00
Waterloo, IA
Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
159673 - Klein/Feuss
that "Resolution awarding bid to Site Services, Inc., of Algona, Iowa, in the amount of$19,140, in
conjunction with asbestos abatement services at 725 Glenwood Street, 663 Kern Street, 214 Cottage
Street, 409 Wellington Street, 413 Wellington Street, 915 Linden Avenue, and 921 W. 2nd Street,
approving the contract, bond, and certificate of insurance, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk
to execute said document",be adopted. Roll-call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Mr. Morrissey questioned why the local bidder is not receiving the award considering the difference
is $700.
Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director, explained that the city is required
to take the lowest responsible bidder.
Mrs.Klein commented that she is very pleased to see these houses moving forward toward demolition.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-166.
159674 - Feuss/Grieder
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on Demolition and Site Clearance Services,
Contract No. D-2021-03-06P, located at 1004 Fulton Street, 179 Rebecca Lane, 118 Shilliam Avenue,
421 Logan Avenue, 154 Harrison Street, and 242 Hogle Street, as published in the Waterloo Courier
on March 5, 2021,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.
159675 - Feuss/Grieder
that the hearing be closed. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
159676 - Feuss/Grieder
that "Resolution confirming approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, etc., and authorizing
to proceed", be adopted. Roll-call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-167.
159677 - Feuss/Grieder
Motion to receive and file and instruct City Clerk to read bids.
Engineer's Estimate: $81,500
Bidder Bid Security Total Bid Amount
Lehman Trucking &Excavating, Inc. o $72,942.00
Waterloo, IA 5/o
Frickson Brothers Excavating 5% Check
Evansdale, IA $80,500.00
Schrader Excavating& Grading Co. 5%
W $114,415.00
alford, IA
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Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
159678 - Feuss/Grieder
that "Resolution awarding bid to Lehman Trucking and Excavating, Inc., of Waterloo, Iowa, in the
amount of$72,942, in conjunction with demolition and site clearance services at 1004 Fulton Street,
179 Rebecca Lane, 118 Shilliam Avenue, 421 Logan Avenue, 154 Harrison Street, and 242 Hogle
Street , approving the contract,bond, and certificate of insurance, and authorizing 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. 2021-168.
159679 - Morrissey/Amos
that proof of publication of notice of public hearing on Regulated Asbestos-Containing Materials
Demolition Services, Contract No. RD-2021-03-1P, located at 220 Hopkins Court, as published in the
Waterloo Courier on March 5,2021,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.
159680 - Morrissey/Amos
that the hearing be closed. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
159681 - Morrissey/Amos
that "Resolution confirming approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, etc., and authorizing
to proceed", be adopted. Roll-call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-169.
159682 - Morrissey/Amos
Motion to receive and file and instruct City Clerk to read bids.
Engineer's Estimate: $33,200
Bidder Bid Security Total Bid
Amount
Lansing Bros. Construction Co., Inc. o
Luxemburg, IA 5/o $31,300.00
Cost Deduct to
$(6,500.00)
Base Bid
Total with Deduct $24,800.00
to Base Bid
Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
159683 - Morrissey/Amos
that"Resolution awarding bid to Lansing Brothers Construction Co., Inc., of Luxemburg, Iowa, in the
amount of$24,800, in conjunction with regulated asbestos-containing materials demolition services
at 220 Hopkins Court, approving the contract, bond, and certificate of insurance, and authorizing 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. 2021-170.
RESOLUTIONS
159684 - Klein/Feuss
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that "Resolution approving an Overnight Town Agreement with Ventures Endurance, LLC for 2021
RAGBRAI events in Waterloo', be adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Mr. Boesen questioned if there will be any issues with residents serving as host stays for RAGBRAI
riders.
Tavis Hall,Experience Waterloo,commented that people are certainly welcome to connect with riders
and make those arrangements if they are comfortable,but Experience Waterloo will not be facilitating
any housing solutions this year.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-171.
159685 - Klein/Feuss
that "Resolution accepting U.S. Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration
grant monies for additional Coronavirus response and relief, in the amount of 5,034, for the work
associated with the Waterloo Regional Airport, and authorizing the Mayor and City Attorney to
execute said document", be adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-172.
159686 - Klein/Feuss
that "Resolution accepting U.S. Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration
grant monies for additional Coronavirus response and relief in the amount of$1,007,984, for work
associated with the Waterloo Regional Airport, and authorizing the Mayor and City Attorney to
execute said document", be adopted. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Mr. Boesen questioned if the city has received guidance on how to utilize these funds.
Keith Kaspari, Airport Director, commented that they have not received guidance on how it is to be
used but will use the funds judiciously until then.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-173.
159687 - Klein/Feuss
that "Resolution approving the FY 2022-2026 Capital Improvement and FY 2027-2032 Long Range
Needs Assessment Plans for the Waterloo Regional Airport, and authorizing the Airport Director to
execute said documents for submission to the Federal Aviation Commission", be adopted. Roll call
vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-174.
159688 - Juon/Amos
that"Resolution approving a Permanent Easement Agreement for a 280 square foot drainage easement
from North Star Community Services, Inc., in the amount of $319.20, located at 3420 University
Avenue, and authorizing 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. 2021-175.
159689 - Juon/Amos
that"Resolution approving a Professional Services Agreement with Automatic Systems Company, of
Ames, Iowa,in an amount not to exceed$72,556, in conjunction with existing aeration blower control
panel upgrades, and authorizing the Mayor to execute said document", be adopted. Roll call vote-
Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2021-176.
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ORDINANCES
159690 - Klein/Boesen
that"an Ordinance amending the City of Waterloo City Code of Ordinances by amending Subsection
B, Prohibitions and Use, of Section 13, Fireworks, of Chapter 2, General Offenses, of Title 5, Police
Regulations", be received,placed on file, considered and passed for the first time.
Mayor Hart explained that Larry Lavenz who lives at the corner of Vinton and Franklin, called his
office and asked that he share his comments. Mr. Lavenz said that he has PTSD and is okay with the
fireworks. If council moves to ban fireworks then loud motorcycles should also be banned because
he hears them 8 months out of the year.
Jeri Thornsberry, 704 Sheridan Road, commented that she wants to see the council pass the ordinance,
as they are loud, dangerous, and have a detrimental impact on those with PTSD, disabilities, parents,
or those with health problems.
Joshua Jebe, commented that this decision should be put up for a public vote.
Mr. Morrissey commented that council amended the ordinance six months ago to make enforcement
more robust. He asked that the council vote down the ordinance and give the ordinance on the books
a chance to work.
Mrs. Klein shared the reasons why she brought the ordinance back to council.
Mr. Amos commented that giving people three days to shoot off fireworks is a compromise.
Mr. Grieder commented that many people break laws that are on the books. He stated that he supports
banning fireworks because one person's fun does not trump someone else's quality of life.
159691 - Grieder/Juon
To amend Subsection G. Enforcement and Compensation, "During the annual period in which
firework sales are allowed [strike out "may" and insert "shall"] be enforced by police officers who
shall have authority to document violations and issue citations and said officers may also respond to
related nuisance calls". Roll call vote-Ayes: Six. Nays: One (Amos). Motion carried.
Mr. Boesen commented that no matter what, the city does not have the ability or the manpower to
enforce the ordinance. He asked that the city work with our sister cities to come up with a cohesive
plan. He added that the ordinance has changed numerous times since the state law passed and that the
city needs to come to a conclusion and stick with it. He asked to postpone the item.
Mayor Hart commented that the challenge in working with the other cities is that we keep changing
what we want from year to year, and the other communities are locked in now with where they stand.
Mr. Boesen agrees that our changing position poses a challenge. He explained that whether the other
cities want to entertain opening a new dialogue or not, it should be attempted, and said that we don't
have to make a decision tonight.
Mrs. Juon agreed that it would be difficult for the police to enforce, but said that a total ban is going
to carry the weight and people will understand that they are not supposed to do it. She commented on
aligning with our surrounding cities and said that since they ban the use of fireworks we would be in
lock step with them if we pass this ordinance. She further commented that she has received no calls
from anyone who want fireworks.
Mr. Feuss commented that he has had no phone calls on this topic. He is open to postponing a vote on
this ordinance.
Mrs. Klein commented that she is friendly with some people on Cedar Falls City Council and they
believe that our lack of a ban has increased usage in their community.
Mr. Morrissey commented that the calls for service diminished between 2018 that it was banned down
to 300 calls in 2019 when usage was approved for three days. The year 2020 is a year that will live in
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infamy because of what Covid-19 did to us. In August of 2020, council voted 7-0 to approve a 2-page
ordinance,which includes three sections dealing with enforcement,and we need to give that ordinance
a chance to work.
159692 - Boesen/Feuss
To postpone to a later date. Roll call vote-Ayes: Four. Nays: Three (Klein, Grieder, and Juon).
Motion carried.
Mrs. Juon commented that there is no need to vote this down tonight. If the rules are not suspended
tonight, that allows time to hear back from the other cities. Then future votes would be made based
on that information.
Mr. Boesen commented that the request was brought to him by the owner of Crossroads Fireworks.
They asked that all the communities in the Cedar Valley be on the same page.
Mrs. Klein commented that everyone has been lobbied by the owners of Crossroads Fireworks. They
are in it for the money, and though that is not a bad thing, she would be disappointed if we abandoned
this now because of responding to the lobbying.
159693 - Morrissey/Feuss
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, approving a rezone of
approximately 17.50 acres from"A-1"Agricultural District and"M-1"Light Industrial District to "C-
P" Planned Commercial District and `B-P" Business Park District, located at 700 Falls Avenue", be
received,placed on file, considered and passed for the first time. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion
carried.
Mr. Grieder questioned if there have been any new comments or concerns since this issue was last
discussed.
Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director, said there have been no additional
calls since the Planning Commission meeting.
159694 - Morrissey/Boesen
that rules requiring ordinances to be considered and voted for passage at two prior meetings be
suspended. Roll call vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
159695 - Morrissey/Grieder
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, approving a rezone of
approximately 17.50 acres from"A-1"Agricultural District and"M-1"Light Industrial District to "C-
P" Planned Commercial District and `B-P" Business Park District, located at 700 Falls Avenue", 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. 5591.
ADJOURNMENT
159696 - Feuss/Grieder
that the Council adjourn at 8:01 p.m. Voice vote-Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Kelley Felchle
City Clerk
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CITY OF WATERLOO
Council Communication
Minutes of March 22, 2021, Work Session, as proposed.
City Council Meeting: 3/29/2021
Prepared:
ATTACHMENTS:
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COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Monday, March 22, 2021
5:30 p.m.
Meeting was held via Zoom.
Members present: Boesen, Amos, Morrissey, Klein, Feuss, Grieder, and Juon.
159697 -Juon/Grieder
that the Agenda, as proposed, be approved. Voice-vote Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
159698 -Juon/Grieder
that the Minutes of March 15,2021,as proposed,be approved. Voice-vote Ayes: Seven. Motion
carried.
159699 -Juon/Grieder
Motion approving Change Orders 6, 7, 8 and 9 from Cardinal Construction of Waterloo, Iowa
for an increase of$20,755, in conjunction with the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center
Addition and Lobby Renovation Project, and authorizing the Mayor to execute said documents.
Voice-vote Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Note: Mr. Morrissey voted to abstain on the item,
however he did not provide a reason. According to the city code (1-4A-28), abstentions shall
only be used in the case of a conflict of interest. An abstention declared for any reason other
than a conflict of interest shall be recorded as a vote in the affirmative.
Mr. Morrissey questioned whether council is able to vote during a work session.
Kelley Felchle, City Clerk, explained that when council amended the rules of procedure they
allowed voting to occur on work session topics. The voting on these topics was to be limited to
recommendations to move an item forward to regular session or require further study. In this
scenario, the change orders are being considered an emergency as work needs to be completed
at the convention center in order for scheduled to occur on time. She stated that is up to council
whether they want take action at this time.
Mr. Morrissey questioned whether the public can comment on work session items.
Kelley Felchle stated that traditionally the public does not provide comment at work sessions.
Mr. Boesen requested an overview of the item.
Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director, provided an overview of the
change orders and explained that the fire doors were left out of the specs during bidding. The
change order would get work on those completed.
Mr. Boesen commented that he is disappointed that the fire doors were not included in the
original specs as they would be required as part of the wall for that sort of opening. He further
questioned the phrase, "to be determined at a later date" included in the change order and
requested an overview of the meaning.
Michelle Weidner, Chief Financial Officer, explained that the city will take a credit on a future
payment to ISG for 50% of the doors. She added that it is not that the architect did not know
that the doors needed to be included in the specs, rather it is they just got left off somehow.
Mr. Morrissey requested a legal opinion on voting on the change order during a work session,
given that the public is not weighing in and if we are in compliance with open meeting laws.
Kelley Felchle commented that the notice of the meeting and items on the agenda conform to
Iowa Open Meeting Laws.
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Mayor Hart added that if someone from the public wants to speak to this change order they are
welcome to do so.
Mrs. Klein commented that the whole cost of the fire doors should be paid by ISG.
Mayor Hart questioned if anyone from the public is online to speak.
Kelley Felchle commented that nobody from the public registered to speak to the change order
and outside of the Courier Reporter, nobody from the public is on the zoom meeting.
Mr. Morrissey asked for a legal ruling on whether the city is violating the open meeting laws.
Mayor Hart commented that he respects Mr. Morrissey's concern and that council could set a
special meeting to approve the change order at a later date. He stated that he has opened dialogue
up to the public and the meeting was posted in accordance with open meeting laws.
Mr. Boesen commented that he thought they addressed this with the new rules of procedure,
where items like this could be set for planning sessions or special sessions that need to be
addressed due to the long time frame between meetings.
Mr. Morrissey added that this is not a fifth meeting of the month.
Mayor Hart clarified Mr. Boesen's point that the city needs to have flexibility to vote on issues
that come up between meetings.
Mrs. Juon commented that the city is not required to have public comment except at public
hearings.
Mr. Morrissey commented that he wants to receive a legal opinion to ensure that the council is
on solid footing when voting on this item and added that this does not fit with past practice.
Mrs. Klein questioned if the meeting is being aired live because she is receiving text messages
that the public is not finding the meeting on the cable access channel.
Mayor Hart commented that Cable Access is on this call.
Mr. Feuss commented that it is being broadcast live on the YouTube channel with seven people
viewing the meeting.
Mayor Hart stated that if council does not feel comfortable they should vote no. He added that
there is a delay on the Cable Access Channel but that meeting will be broadcast on the channel.
Objective: Discussion of the Capital Improvements Plan.
Michelle Weidner, Chief Financial Officer, Noel Anderson, Community Planning and
Development Director, and Jamie Knutson, City Engineer, discussed the Capital Improvements
Plan with Mayor Hart and City Council members.
Objective: Discussion of the FYE2022 budget.
Michelle Weidner, Chief Financial Officer, discussed options for the FYE2022 budget with
Mayor Hart and City Council members. A special hearing will be held on Thursday, March 25
at 5:30 p.m. in the Shoitz Room at the Waterloo Center for the Arts to adopt the budget.
159700 -Juon/Feuss
that the meeting be adjourned at 7:06 p.m. Voice-vote Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
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Kelley Felchle, City Clerk
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Council Communication
Minutes of March 25, 2021, Special Meeting, as proposed.
City Council Meeting: 3/29/2021
Prepared:
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Council Communication
Discussion of 2030 Community Visioning Plan lead by de Novo Marketing.
City Council Meeting: 3/29/2021
Prepared:
Submitted by: Submitted By:Mayor Quentin Hart
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