HomeMy WebLinkAbout07.July THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATERLOO,
IOWA, REGULAR SESSION TO BE HELD AT THE
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7:00 P.M.
MONDAY, JULY 22, 1996
General Rules for Public Participation
1. You may address a_y item on the agenda by stepping to the podium, and after recognition by the chair, state your
name, address and group affiliation (if appropriate) and speak clearly into the microphone.
2. You may speak one (1) time per item for a maximum of three (3)minutes.
3. Although not required by city code of ordinances, oral presentations may be allowed at the Mayor's discretion.
The "oral presentations"section of the agenda (near the end) is your opportunity to address items not on the
regular agenda. A speaker may only speak to one (1)issue per meeting for a maximum of three (3)minutes.
Official action cannot be taken by the Council at that time, but may be placed on a future agenda or referred to
the appropriate department.
4. Keep comments germane and refrain from personal, impertinent or slanderous remarks.
5. Questions concerning these rules or any agenda item may be directed to the Clerk's Office at 291-4323.
6. Citizens are encouraged to register with the Clerk's Office by 5:00 p.m. on Monday of the day of the City Council
meeting to appear before the City Council (may also register by phone). Registered speakers will be given first
priority.
Roll Call.
Invocation by: Reverend Tim J. Ensworth, First Congregational Church
Pledge of Allegiance: Bruce Meisinger, Finance Manager
Agenda, as proposed or amended.
Minutes of July 15, 1996 Regular Session as proposed.
Proclamation declaring July 28, 1996 as Parent's Day.
Proclamation declaring August 6, 1996 as the 13th Annual National Night Out.
Proclamation declaring July 27, 1996 as the Day of Dreams.
Introduction of Shawn Brogan, Miss Iowa U.S.A.
HEARINGS
1. Sale and conveyance of property generally located in the Northeast Industrial
Park to build a 275,000 square foot distribution warehouse and future 60,000
square foot manufacturing facility—Butler Real Estate, Inc. on behalf of Ryder
Dedicated Logistics, Inc.
Motion—to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing.
HOLD HEARING—No objections on file.
Motion—to close hearing and receive and file oral and written comments.
Resolution—authorize sale and conveyance.
July 22, 1996 Page 2
2. Development Agreement with Butler Real Estate, Inc. on behalf of Ryder
Dedicated Logistics, Inc. for property generally located at the intersection of
Newell Street and the new Bishop Avenue North extension containing
approximately 36 acres to build a 275,000 square foot distribution warehouse
and incentives of tax abatements, tax rebate and transfer of city property for $1.00
and other valuable consideration.
Motion—to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing.
HOLD HEARING—No objections on file.
Motion—to close hearing and receive and file oral and written comments.
Resolution—to approve said agreement.
3. "M-2,P" Planned Industrial District site plan for property located in the Northeast
Industrial Park for a distribution center containing an office area, and a proposed
manufacturing building, with future expansion of 100,000 to 250,000 square feet-
-Butler Real Estate, Inc. on behalf of Ryder Dedicated Logistics, Inc.
Motion—to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing.
HOLD HEARING—No objections on file.
Motion—to close hearing and receive and file oral and written comments.
Resolution—to approve said site plan.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
4. F.Y. 1997 Seal Coat Program, Contract No. 525
Resolution—to approve communication from City Engineer transmitting
recommendation of award of contract in the amount of$348,825.58 to Manatts
Inc. of Brooklyn, Iowa.
5. F.Y. 1996 Railroad Pre-Emption Equipment, Contract No. 510
Resolution—to approve communication from Superintendent of Traffic Operations
transmitting recommendation of award of contract in the amount of$17,226.32
to AAA Electric, Inc. of Waterloo, Iowa.
PETITIONS FROM PUBLIC
6. Resolution—to approve communication from City Engineer transmitting request of
Marlene Higgins for waiver for special surface texture driveway to be located at
2933 Ansborough Avenue, together with recommendation of approval.
7. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request of
Kevin J. McClain to sell and convey for $700.00 portions of the Blowers Creek
Floodway adjacent to the property at 530 California St, together with
recommendation of approval of the City Engineer. Set date of hearing as August
12, 1996.
REPORTS
8. Motion—to approve the recommendation of Mayor Rooff transmitting salaries for
Department Heads for fiscal 1997.
July 22, 1996 Page 3
DOCUMENTS
9. Resolution—to approve communication from City Engineer transmitting
construction review services agreement with Kirkham, Michael and Associates for
the F.Y. 1997 Block Grant Curb and Gutter Paving Program, Contract No. 520.
10. F.Y. 1997 East Second Street Water Main Project, Contract No. 522
Resolution—to approve communication from Assistant City Engineer transmitting
Contracts, Bonds and Certificates of Insurance in the amount of$28,372.50 from
Lehman Trucking and Excavating, Inc of Waterloo, Iowa.
11. F.Y. 1997 Seal Coat Program, Contract No. 525
Resolution—to approve communication from Associate City Engineer transmitting
Contracts, Bonds and Certificates of Insurance in the amount of$348,825.58 from
Manatt's Inc. of Brooklyn, Iowa.
12. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting agreement
with the City of Evansdale for construction of the Highway 218 Cedar Valley
Nature Trail Phase III .
13. Resolution—to approve communication from Traffic Engineer transmitting an
application to the Iowa Department of Transportation for Traffic Safety
Improvement Program and Urban State Traffic Engineering Program (USTEP) for
funds in amount $173,750, with city's match of$11,250 for traffic signal
improvements for Hwy 21 off and on ramps to U.S. Hwy 20 Interchange.
14. F.Y. 1996 Northeast Industrial Park, Contract No. 521
Motion—to approve change order in the amount of$10,904.63 for work to be
performed by Rampart Corporation of Waterloo, Iowa.
15. Motion—to receive and file communication from Mayor Rooff transmitting request
of Cedar Trails Partnership to hold Cedar Trails Festival on August 10-11, 1996
accessing city parks and streets with together with the recommendation of
approval of Police, Street and Parks Department.
16. Resolution—to approve communication form Associate Engineer transmitting
agreement with RUST Environment for engineering services for the Bishop
Avenue Extension (North) to include redesign services in an amount not to exceed
$28,000.00 and construction inspection services in an amount not to exceed
$66,000.00 together with recommendation of approval.
17. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting
Certification of Administration of Emergency Shelter Grant Program funds in the
amount of$50, 110 for funding of four predetermined local homelessness service
providers, along with recommendation of execution of the contract.
July 22, 1996 Page 4
RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED
DELETE - 18. Resolution—to approve communication of City Planner transmitting Certificate of
Completion in the Agreement of Sale of Land for Redevelopment by Powers
• Manufacturing Company and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the
same.
19. Resolution—to approve communication of Fire Chief transmitting Final Acceptance
of Work performed by Prairie Construction of Waterloo for the Hazardous
Materials Training Center Classroom and Toilet Remodeling Project.
20. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting
recommendation of We Care Neighborhood Association and Walnut Historic
Neighborhood Association as Targeted Block Grant Neighborhoods, together with
recommendation of approval of the Community Development Board.
BILLS PAYMENT
21. Resolution—to approve Schedule AP640, a copy of which is on file in the Clerk's
Office.
NEW BUSINESS
22. Motion—to approve communication from Superintendent of Sanitation and
Recycling transmitting appointment of Sharon Spears to the position of Special
Projects Technician.
23. F.Y. 1997 Sidewalk Repair Assessment Program - Zone 8, Contract No. 515
Preliminary Resolution—to approve construction of sidewalk improvements.
Resolution—to fix value of lots.
Resolution—to adopt preliminary plat and schedule of assessments and estimate of
cost.
Resolution of Necessity(Proposed)—to set date of hearing for August 12, 1996.
24. F.Y. 1997 Sidewalk Repair Assessment Program - Zone 8 , Contract No. 515
Motion—to instruct City Engineer to prepare specifications, form of contract, etc.
Motion—to receive and file specifications, etc.
Resolution—to preliminarily approve specifications, etc.
Resolution—to instruct City Clerk to publish notice of specifications, etc. and
taking of bids. Set date of hearing as August 12, 1996.
25. F.Y. 1997 Sidewalk Repair Block Grant Program - Zone 8 , Contract No. 514
Motion—to instruct City Engineer to prepare specifications, form of contract, etc.
Motion—to receive and file specifications, etc.
Resolution—to preliminarily approve specifications, etc.
Resolution—to instruct City Clerk to publish notice of specifications, etc and
taking of bids. Set date of hearing as August 12, 1996.
July 22, 1996
Page 5
26. West Side Parking Ramp Replacement Lighting Project
Motion—to instruct Administrative Director to prepare specifications, form of
contract, etc.
Motion—to receive and file specifications, etc.
Resolution—to preliminarily approve specifications, etc.
Resolution—to instruct City Clerk to publish notice of specifications, etc and
taking of bids. Set date of hearing as August 19, 1996.
27. Radiant Heat Replacement Project for City Buildings
Motion—to instruct Administrative Director to prepare specifications, form of
contract, etc.
Motion—to receive and file specifications, etc.
Resolution—to preliminarily approve specifications, etc.
Resolution—to instruct City Clerk to publish notice of specifications, etc and
taking of bids. Set date of hearing as August 19, 1996.
28. Motion—to approve communication from Mayor Rooff transmitting
recommendation of reappointment of the following persons to the Contractor's
Board: Mark Gardner, Reed Hunemuller with term expiration of May 24, 1998;
James Crandall, Dave Peters with term expiration of May 24, 1999.
29. Motion—to approve communication from Mayor Rooff transmitting
recommendation of reappointment of the following persons to the Board of
Appeals to the Uniform Building Code: Daryl Anderson, James Buss with term
expiration of April 1, 1998; James Crandall with term expiration of April 1, 1999.
AMEND - 30. Motion—to approve communication from Mayor Rooff transmitting
recommendation of appointment of Bill Eggers to the Cable Commission, with
term to expire on December 1, 1999.
31. Motion—to approve communication from Mayor Rooff transmitting
recommendation of approval of the appointment of the following persons to the
Waterloo Recreation Commission: Bill Robert, Steve Showers with terms to
expire on October 1, 1998.
32. Motion—to approve communication from Mayor Rooff transmitting
recommendation of approval of the appointment of Gary Heinick to the Planning,
Programming and Zoning Commission to fill vacant term with expiration of
February 7, 1997 and reappointment with term to expire February 7, 2000.
MISCELLANEOUS
Motion—to approve the following:
33. Beer/Liquor License Application
Class C
Ziegfields at River Plaza, 10 W. 4th St,(New)(Expires 7/31/97)
BJ's Bar & Billiards, 110 Ida St,(Renewal)(Expires 7/30/97)(Includes Sunday Sales)
July 22, 1996 Page 6
BONDS
Motion—to approve the bonds.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
Motion—to receive and file oral comments.
ADJOURNMENT
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
MEETINGS
Monday, July 22, 1996
4:10 p.m. - Public Works Committee, Large Conference Room
4:20 p.m. - Building & Grounds Committee, Large Conference Room
4:40 p.m. - Finance Committee, Large Conference Room
5:00 p.m. - Council Bus Tour of Water Pollution Control Facility
6:00 p.m. - Human Resource Committee, Large Conference Room
PUBLIC INFORMATION
1. Recreation & Arts Commission minutes of July 11, 1996 on file in the City Clerk's
office.
2. Community Development Board minutes of June 18, 1996 on file in the City
Clerk's office.
3. Communication from Parks Superintendent transmitting termination of Freddie
Lee, Park Maintenance I, effective July 17, 1996, together with recommendation
of payment of$1,678.29 for unused vacation, sick and casual leave pay.
CONTRACT PAYMENT SCHEDULE
1. Shaulis Road Prescott Creek Bridge, Proiect No. BRM-8155(1)-8N-07
Pay estimate No. 8 releasing the final retainage to Peterson Contractors in the
total amount of$1,857.63.
2. F.Y. 1996 Street Reconstruction Program, Contract No. 473
Pay estimate No. 18 to Aspro, Inc. in the total amount due of $9,835.54.
3. F.Y. 1996 Street Reconstruction Program, Contract No. 501
Pay estimate No. 6 to Aspro, Inc. in the total amount due of$223,632.32.
4. F.Y. 1996 Concrete Structure and Repair Program, Contract No. 502
Pay estimate No. 7 to 8 & B Builders in the total amount due of$4,861.22.
July 22, 1996
Page 7
5. F.Y. 1996 Bridge Deck Repair Program, Contract No. 471
Pay estimate No. 6 to Borwig Building Service in the total amount due of
$11,327.57.
6. Sixth Street East Phase I, Project No. HDP-9707(005)-71-07 Martin Luther King
Dr Bridge & Approaches
Pay estimate No. 18 to Peterson Contractors in the total amount due of
$222,346.31.
7. F.Y. 1996 Asphalt Overlay Program, Contract No. 503
Pay estimate No. 1 to Aspro, Inc. in the total amount due of$92,811.39.
8. Waterloo Satellite Interceptor, Contract No. 487
Pay estimate No. 3 to S. J. Louis Construction Co. Inc. in the total amount due of
$57,800.28
9. Waterloo Flow Equalization Basins, Contract No. 299
Pay estimate No. 3 to Peterson Contractors in the total amount due of
$87,394.56.
10. West Fourth Street Parking Expansion & Renovation, Washington to Franklin St
Pay release of final retainage to Craig Ritland ASLA in the total amount due of
$1,642.50.
11. Shaulis Road Bridge, Construction Engineering Services
Pay construction engineering services to Claassen Engineering & Surveying in the
total amount due of$165,748.00.
12. Shaulis Road Bridge, (U.S.63 to Ansborough Ave) Contract No. M-6470-(5)-79-07
Pay estimate No. 3 for construction engineering services to Claassen Engineering
& Surveying in the total amount due of$54,261.28.
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COUNCIL WORK SESSION
July 22, 1996
6 :40 p.m.
Police Library
Roll Call
Approval of Agenda, as proposed.
1 . Review and discussion of council' s schedules .
Adjournment .
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATERLOO,
IOWA, REGULAR SESSION TO BE HELD AT THE
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7:00 P.M.
MONDAY, JULY 15, 1996
General Rules for Public Participation
1. You may address alt item on the agenda by stepping to the podium, and after recognition by the chair, state your
name, address and group affiliation (if appropriate)and speak clearly into the microphone.
2. You may speak one (1) time per item for a maximum of three (3)minutes.
3. Although not required by city code of ordinances, oral presentations may be allowed at the Mayor's discretion.
The "oral presentations"section of the agenda (near the end) is your opportunity to address items not on the
regular agenda. A speaker may only speak to one (1)issue per meeting for a maximum of three (3)minutes.
Official action cannot be taken by the Council at that time, but may be placed on a future agenda or referred to
the appropriate department.
4. Keep comments germane and refrain from personal, impertinent or slanderous remarks.
5. Questions concerning these rules or any agenda item may be directed to the Clerk's Office at 291-4323.
6. Citizens are encouraged to register with the Clerk's Office by 5:00 p.m. on Monday of the day of the City Council
meeting to appear before the City Council (may also register by phone). Registered speakers will be given first
priority.
Roll Call.
Invocation by: Joyce Wilder, Ambassadors for Christ
Pledge of Allegiance: Larry Cunningham, Superintendent of Central Garage
Agenda, as proposed or amended.
Minutes of July 8, 1996 Regular Session as proposed.
HEARINGS AND BIDS
1. F.Y. 1996 Seal Coat Program, Contract No. 525.
Motion—to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing.
HOLD HEARING—No objections on file.
Motion—to close hearing and receive and file oral and written comments.
Resolution—to confirm approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, etc.
Resolution—to order construction.
Motion—to receive, file and instruct City Clerk to open and read bids and refer to
City Engineer for review.
Resolution—to authorize award of contract if found to be in order.
July 15, 1996 Page 2
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. F.Y. 1996 Railroad Pre-Emption Equipment, Contract No. 510 (installation of
railroad pre-emption equipment at the Broadway Street/Parker Street, Broadway
Street/Burton Avenue, and Franklin Street/Adrian Street intersections).
Motion—to receive, file and instruct City Clerk to open and read bids and refer to
Superintendent of Traffic Operations for review.
Resolution—to authorize award of contract if found to be in order.
3. F.Y. 1996 Sergeant Road Recreational Trail, Contract No. 492.
Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting
recommendation of award of contract in the amount of$339,563.75 to Rampart
Corporation of Waterloo, Iowa.
PETITIONS FROM PUBLIC
4. Resolution—to approve communication from City Engineer transmitting request of
Garold V. Cornwell for a waiver for a concrete driveway to be located at 264
Southcrest Drive, together with recommendation of approval.
5. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request of
Shawn and Karen Elsbernd to vacate a portion of the 8 foot utility easement
generally located on the north side of the residence at 1237 Edgewood Drive,
together with recommendation of approval of the Planning, Programming and
Zoning Commission. Set date of hearing as August 5, 1996.
6. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request of
Bertch Cabinets, Inc. to vacate, sell and convey for $1.00 portions of Brookpark
Road and Crestwood Drive generally located from the Iowa Northern Railway
tracks southeasterly of the intersection of the two streets, together with
recommendation of approval of the Planning, Programming and Zoning
Commission. Set date of hearing as August 5, 1996.
7. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request of
Michael Hastings to vacate all of the sidewalk adjacent to the property located at
316 Martha Street, together with recommendation of approval of the Planning,
Programming and Zoning Commission. Set date of hearing as August 5, 1996.
8. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request of
Butler Real Estate, Inc. on behalf of Ryder Dedicated Logistics, Inc. to sell and
convey property generally located in the Northeast Industrial Park in order to
build a 275,000 square foot distribution warehouse and 60,000 square foot
manufacturing facility. Set date of hearing as July 22, 1996.
July 15, 1996
Page 3
9. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting proposed
development agreement with Butler Real Estate, Inc. on behalf of Ryder
Dedicated Logistics, Inc. for property generally located at the intersection of
Newell Street and the new Bishop Avenue North extension containing
approximately 36 acres to build a 275,000 square foot distribution warehouse
and incentives of tax abatements, tax rebate and transfer of city property for $1.00
and other valuable consideration. Set date of hearing as July 22, 1996.
10. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request of
developer for a proposed "M-2,P" Planned Industrial District site plan for property
located in the Northeast Industrial Park for a distribution center containing an
office area, and a proposed manufacturing building, with future expansion of
100,000 to 250,000 square feet. Set date of hearing as July 22, 1996.
11. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request of
Julie Broshar to amend the "C-Z" Conditional Zoning of property located at 1460
Ansborough Avenue to allow a veterinary clinic for cats only or "feline clinic",
together with recommendation of approval of the Planning, Programming and
Zoning Commission. Set date of hearing as August 5, 1996.
REPORTS
12. Resolution—to approve communication from Superintendent of Sanitation &
Recycling transmitting Policy for Collection of Donations at Neighborhood
Cleanups, together with recommendation of approval of the Public Works
Committee.
DOCUMENTS
13. Preliminary Plat of Klingaman Park First Addition.
Resolution—to approve preliminary plat and necessary documents.
14. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting
Neighborhood Recognition Applications for Franklin/Gateway Neighborhood
Association, Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Cityview Association, Northeast Side
Neighborhood Association and Walnut Historic Neighborhood.
15. Resolution—to approve communication from City Clerk transmitting Supplemental
Agreement for Maintenance of Primary Roads with the Iowa Department of
Transportation for reimbursement for maintaining section of Highway 63 exit onto
Highway 218.
16. Removal of Surfacing at Sixth & Sycamore Streets.
Motion—to approve change order in the amount of$10,500.00 for work to be
performed by Peterson Contractors, Inc. of Reinbeck, Iowa.
July 15, 1996 Page 4
17. F.Y. 1997 Block Grant Curb and Gutter Paving Program, Contract No. 520.
Resolution—to approve communication from Assistant City Engineer transmitting
Contracts, Bonds and Certificates of Insurance in the amount of $71,717.33 from
Bowers Masonry Inc. of Waterloo, Iowa.
18. F.Y. 1996 Sergeant Road Recreational Trail, Contract No. 492.
Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting Contracts,
Bonds and Certificates of Insurance in the amount of $339,563.75 from Rampart
Corporation of Waterloo, Iowa.
RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED
19. Resolution—to approve and accept a deed from Waterloo Industrial Development
Association (W.I.D.A.) for property located in the Northeast Industrial Park Plat
No. 1 (Lot 1).
20. Resolution to approve and accept Quit Claim Deeds from Black Hawk County
Board of Supervisors and James and Nancy Higgins for property located on the
site of the former boiler room located in the core area of the Osco Core Block
Redevelopment Block.
ORDINANCES TO BE ADOPTED
21. An Ordinance amending the 1991 Traffic Code by: repealing Subsection (358)
South Street of Section 551, Parking Prohibited at all Times on Certain Streets,
and enacting in lieu thereof a new Subsection (358) South Street of Section 551,
Parking Prohibited at all Times on Certain Streets and adding Subsection (2a)
Linden Avenue to Section 556, No Parking Here to Alley (reinstall "no parking
this side" signs on the southwest side of South Street in the 100 block, and
install "no parking here to alley" sign in the 200 block of Linden Street).
Motion-to receive, file, consider and pass for the first time.
Motion—to suspend the rules.
Motion—to consider and pass for the second and third times and adopt ordinance.
22. An Ordinance amending the 1991 Traffic Code by adding a new Section 418,
Street Vendors Prohibited (prohibiting persons from using public property or
parking areas to conduct business).
Motion-to receive, file, consider and pass for the first time.
Motion—to suspend the rules.
Motion—to consider and pass for the second and third times and adopt ordinance.
BILLS PAYMENT
23. Resolution—to approve Schedule AP640, a copy of which is on file in the Clerk's
Office.
July 15, 1996
Page 5
NEW BUSINESS
24. Motion—to approve communication from Building Official transmitting
recommendation of appointment of Robert Ball to the position of Chief Building
Inspector effective July 16, 1996.
25. Resolution—to approve communication from Superintendent of Traffic Operations
transmitting recommendation to install six ornamental street lights in the
Crossroads Estate Development known as The Pointe.
26. 1996 Parking Ramp Renovation Project.
Motion—to instruct Building Official to prepare plans, specification, form of
contract, etc.
Motion—to receive and file plans, specifications, form of contract, etc.
Resolution—to preliminarily approve plans, specifications, form of contract, etc.
Resolution—to instruct City Clerk to publish notice of plans, specifications, etc.
and taking of bids. Set date of hearing as August 12, 1996.
Travel Requests
Motion—to approve the following:
27. Bob Stevenson, Administrative Director, to attend Iowa League of Cities Annual
Conference in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on September 18-20, 1996, with costs not to
exceed $299.00.
28. Richard Grimm, Superintendent of Sanitation & Recycling, to attend International
Solid Waste Exposition meeting in Portland, Oregon on September 23-26, 1996,
with costs not to exceed $1,585.00.
29. Charles G. Linker, Signal Technician Foreman, and Randy Heiberger, Signal
Technician II, to attend Advanced Training Session on Traffic Control in
Davenport, Iowa on August 6-8, 1996, with costs not to exceed $205.00,
including the use of city vehicle.
30. Ralph Baracz, Fire Rescue Instructor, to travel to MarMac facility in McBee, South
Carolina on August 30 through September 1, 1996, to learn about and prepare a
class for manufacturers of Class A and B suits used by firefighters - haz mat
teams, with costs not to exceed $963.00.
MISCELLANEOUS
Motion—to approve the following:
31. Beer/Liquor License Permit Application
Class C
Pardoe's Pizza Pub, 504 Riehl Street (Renewal) (Expires 7/27/97) (Includes Sunday
Sales)
July 15, 1996 Page 6
Disco Macho, 118 East 11th Street (Renewal) (Expires 7/20/97) (Includes Sunday
Sales)
32. Application for Going Out of Business Sale
Mr. B's Furniture, 1955 Enterprise Avenue-60 days
33. Application for Fireworks Display
Bertch Cabinet Mfg., Inc. at Waterloo Greyhound Park on July 20, 1996
34. Application for Cigarette License Permit
Seven (7)
BONDS
35. Motion—to approve the bonds.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
Motion—to receive and file oral comments.
ADIOURNMENT
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
MEETINGS
Monday, /uly 15, 1996
5:15 p.m. - Building & Grounds Committee, Large Conference Room
5:25 p.m. - Public Works Committee, Large Conference Room
5:30 p.m. - Finance Committee, Large Conference Room
PUBLIC INFORMATION
1. Recreation & Arts Commission minutes of June 13, 1996 on file in the City
Clerk's office.
2. Communication from Fire Chief transmitting termination of Joyce Dickes, Civilian
Dispatcher, effective July 16, 1996, together with recommendation of payment of
$772.20 for unused sick pay.
3. Communication from Human Rights Director transmitting resignation of Cesar
Velazquez, Human Rights Specialist, effective June 28, 1996, together with
recommendation of payment of$1,053.29 for unused vacation pay and sick time.
4. Communication from Police Chief transmitting retirement of Robert J. Greenlee,
Police Lieutenant, effective June 29, 1996, together with recommendation of
payment of$9,558.00 for unused vacation pay and sick time.
July 15, 1996
Page 7
CONTRACT PAYMENT SCHEDULE
1. Columbus Drive Storm Sewer Improvements, Contract No. 518.
Pay design and construction engineering to Kirkham Michael Consulting
Engineers in the total amount due of$21,669.64.
2. West 4th Street Parking Expansion & Renovation.
Pay engineering services to Craig D. Ritland in the total amount due of
$5,059.13.
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THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATERLOO,
IOWA, REGULAR SESSION TO BE HELD AT THE
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7:00 P.M.
MONDAY, JULY 15, 1996
General Rules for Public Participation
1. You may address aLy item on the agenda by stepping to the podium, and after recognition by the chair, state your
name, address and group affiliation (if appropriate)and speak clearly into the microphone.
2. You may speak one (1) time per item for a maximum of three (3)minutes.
3. Although not required by city code of ordinances, oral presentations may be allowed at the Mayor's discretion.
The "oral presentations"section of the agenda (near the end) is your opportunity to address items not on the
regular agenda. A speaker may only speak to one (1)issue per meeting for a maximum of three (3)minutes.
Official action cannot be taken by the Council at that time, but may be placed on a future agenda or referred to
the appropriate department.
4. Keep comments germane and refrain from personal, impertinent or slanderous remarks.
5. Questions concerning these rules or any agenda item may be directed to the Clerk's Office at 291-4323.
6. Citizens are encouraged to register with the Clerk's Office by 5:00 p.m. on Monday of the day of the City Council
meeting to appear before the City Council (may also register by phone). Registered speakers will be given first
priority.
Roll Call.
Invocation by: Joyce Wilder, Ambassadors for Christ
Pledge of Allegiance: Larry Cunningham, Superintendent of Central Garage
Agenda, as proposed or amended.
Minutes of July 8, 1996 Regular Session as proposed.
HEARINGS AND BIDS
1. F.Y. 1996 Seal Coat Program, Contract No. 525.
Motion—to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing.
HOLD HEARING—No objections on file.
Motion—to close hearing and receive and file oral and written comments.
Resolution—to confirm approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, etc.
Resolution—to order construction.
Motion—to receive, file and instruct City Clerk to open and read bids and refer to
City Engineer for review.
Resolution—to authorize award of contract if found to be in order.
July 15, 1996 Page 2
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. F.Y. 1996 Railroad Pre-Emption Equipment, Contract No. 510 (installation of
railroad pre-emption equipment at the Broadway Street/Parker Street, Broadway
Street/Burton Avenue, and Franklin Street/Adrian Street intersections).
Motion—to receive, file and instruct City Clerk to open and read bids and refer to
Superintendent of Traffic Operations for review.
Resolution—to authorize award of contract if found to be in order.
3. F.Y. 1996 Sergeant Road Recreational Trail, Contract No. 492.
Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting
recommendation of award of contract in the amount of$339,563.75 to Rampart
Corporation of Waterloo, Iowa.
PETITIONS FROM PUBLIC
4. Resolution—to approve communication from City Engineer transmitting request of
Garold V. Cornwell for a waiver for a concrete driveway to be located at 264
Southcrest Drive, together with recommendation of approval.
5. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request of
Shawn and Karen Elsbernd to vacate a portion of the 8 foot utility easement
generally located on the north side of the residence at 1237 Edgewood Drive,
together with recommendation of approval of the Planning, Programming and
Zoning Commission. Set date of hearing as August 5, 1996.
6. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request of
Bertch Cabinets, Inc. to vacate, sell and convey for $1.00 portions of Brookpark
Road and Crestwood Drive generally located from the Iowa Northern Railway
tracks southeasterly of the intersection of the two streets, together with
recommendation of approval of the Planning, Programming and Zoning
Commission. Set date of hearing as August 5, 1996.
7. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request of
Michael Hastings to vacate all of the sidewalk adjacent to the property located at
316 Martha Street, together with recommendation of approval of the Planning,
Programming and Zoning Commission. Set date of hearing as August 5, 1996.
8. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request of
Butler Real Estate, Inc. on behalf of Ryder Dedicated Logistics, Inc. to sell and
convey property generally located in the Northeast Industrial Park in order to
build a 275,000 square foot distribution warehouse and 60,000 square foot
manufacturing facility. Set date of hearing as July 22, 1996.
July 15, 1996 Page 3
9. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting proposed
development agreement with Butler Real Estate, Inc. on behalf of Ryder
Dedicated Logistics, Inc. for property generally located at the intersection of
Newell Street and the new Bishop Avenue North extension containing
approximately 36 acres to build a 275,000 square foot distribution warehouse
and incentives of tax abatements, tax rebate and transfer of city property for $1.00
and other valuable consideration. Set date of hearing as July 22, 1996.
10. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request of
developer for a proposed "M-2,P" Planned Industrial District site plan for property
located in the Northeast Industrial Park for a distribution center containing an
office area, and a proposed manufacturing building, with future expansion of
100,000 to 250,000 square feet. Set date of hearing as July 22, 1996.
11. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request of
Julie Broshar to amend the "C-Z" Conditional Zoning of property located at 1460
Ansborough Avenue to allow a veterinary clinic for cats only or "feline clinic",
together with recommendation of approval of the Planning, Programming and
Zoning Commission. Set date of hearing as August 5, 1996.
REPORTS
12. Resolution—to approve communication from Superintendent of Sanitation &
Recycling transmitting Policy for Collection of Donations at Neighborhood
Cleanups, together with recommendation of approval of the Public Works
Committee.
DOCUMENTS
13. Preliminary Plat of Klingaman Park First Addition.
Resolution—to approve preliminary plat and necessary documents.
14. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting
Neighborhood Recognition Applications for Franklin/Gateway Neighborhood
Association, Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Cityview Association, Northeast Side
Neighborhood Association and Walnut Historic Neighborhood.
15. Resolution—to approve communication from City Clerk transmitting Supplemental
Agreement for Maintenance of Primary Roads with the Iowa Department of
Transportation for reimbursement for maintaining section of Highway 63 exit onto
Highway 218.
16. Removal of Surfacing at Sixth & Sycamore Streets.
Motion—to approve change order in the amount of$10,500.00 for work to be
performed by Peterson Contractors, Inc. of Reinbeck, Iowa.
July 15, 1996 Page 4
17. F.Y. 1997 Block Grant Curb and Gutter Paving Program, Contract No. 520.
Resolution—to approve communication from Assistant City Engineer transmitting
Contracts, Bonds and Certificates of Insurance in the amount of$71,717.33 from
Bowers Masonry Inc. of Waterloo, Iowa.
18. F.Y. 1996 Sergeant Road Recreational Trail, Contract No. 492.
Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting Contracts,
Bonds and Certificates of Insurance in the amount of$339,563.75 from Rampart
Corporation of Waterloo, Iowa.
RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED
19. Resolution—to approve and accept a deed from Waterloo Industrial Development
Association (W.I.D.A.) for property located in the Northeast Industrial Park Plat
No. 1 (Lot 1).
20. Resolution to approve and accept Quit Claim Deeds from Black Hawk County
Board of Supervisors and James and Nancy Higgins for property located on the
site of the former boiler room located in the core area of the Osco Core Block
Redevelopment Block.
ORDINANCES TO BE ADOPTED
21. An Ordinance amending the 1991 Traffic Code by: repealing Subsection (358)
South Street of Section 551, Parking Prohibited at all Times on Certain Streets,
and enacting in lieu thereof a new Subsection (358) South Street of Section 551,
Parking Prohibited at all Times on Certain Streets and adding Subsection (2a)
Linden Avenue to Section 556, No Parking Here to Alley (reinstall "no parking
this side" signs on the southwest side of South Street in the 100 block, and
install "no parking here to alley" sign in the 200 block of Linden Street).
Motion-to receive, file, consider and pass for the first time.
Motion—to suspend the rules.
Motion—to consider and pass for the second and third times and adopt ordinance.
22. An Ordinance amending the 1991 Traffic Code by adding a new Section 418,
Street Vendors Prohibited (prohibiting persons from using public property or
parking areas to conduct business).
Motion-to receive, file, consider and pass for the first time.
Motion—to suspend the rules.
Motion—to consider and pass for the second and third times and adopt ordinance.
BILLS PAYMENT
23. Resolution—to approve Schedule AP640, a copy of which is on file in the Clerk's
Office.
July 15, 1996 Page 5
NEW BUSINESS
24. Motion—to approve communication from Building Official transmitting
recommendation of appointment of Robert Ball to the position of Chief Building
Inspector effective July 16, 1996.
25. Resolution—to approve communication from Superintendent of Traffic Operations
transmitting recommendation to install six ornamental street lights in the
Crossroads Estate Development known as The Pointe.
26. 1996 Parking Ramp Renovation Project.
Motion—to instruct Building Official to prepare plans, specification, form of
contract, etc.
Motion—to receive and file plans, specifications, form of contract, etc.
Resolution—to preliminarily approve plans, specifications, form of contract, etc.
Resolution—to instruct City Clerk to publish notice of plans, specifications, etc.
and taking of bids. Set date of hearing as August 12, 1996.
Travel Requests
Motion—to approve the following:
27. Bob Stevenson, Administrative Director, to attend Iowa League of Cities Annual
Conference in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on September 18-20, 1996, with costs not to
exceed $299.00.
28. Richard Grimm, Superintendent of Sanitation & Recycling, to attend International
Solid Waste Exposition meeting in Portland, Oregon on September 23-26, 1996,
with costs not to exceed $1,585.00.
29. Charles G. Linker, Signal Technician Foreman, and Randy Heiberger, Signal
Technician II, to attend Advanced Training Session on Traffic Control in
Davenport, Iowa on August 6-8, 1996, with costs not to exceed $205.00,
including the use of city vehicle.
30. Ralph Baracz, Fire Rescue Instructor, to travel to MarMac facility in McBee, South
Carolina on August 30 through September 1, 1996, to learn about and prepare a
class for manufacturers of Class A and B suits used by firefighters - haz mat
teams, with costs not to exceed $963.00.
MISCELLANEOUS
Motion—to approve the following:
31. Beer/Liquor License Permit Application
Class C
Pardoe's Pizza Pub, 504 Riehl Street (Renewal) (Expires 7/27/97) (Includes Sunday
Sales)
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July 15, 1996 Page 6
Disco Macho, 118 East 11 th Street (Renewal) (Expires 7/20/97) (Includes Sunday
Sales)
32. Application for Going Out of Business Sale
Mr. B's Furniture, 1955 Enterprise Avenue-60 days
33. Application for Fireworks Display
Bertch Cabinet Mfg., Inc. at Waterloo Greyhound Park on July 20, 1996
34. Application for Cigarette License Permit
Seven (7)
BONDS
35. Motion—to approve the bonds.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
Motion—to receive and file oral comments.
ADJOURNMENT
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
MEETINGS
Monday, July 15, 1996
5:15 p.m. - Building & Grounds Committee, Large Conference Room
5:25 p.m. - Public Works Committee, Large Conference Room
5:30 p.m. - Finance Committee, Large Conference Room
PUBLIC INFORMATION
1. Recreation & Arts Commission minutes of June 13, 1996 on file in the City
Clerk's office.
2. Communication from Fire Chief transmitting termination of Joyce Dickes, Civilian
Dispatcher, effective July 16, 1996, together with recommendation of payment of
$772.20 for unused sick pay.
3. Communication from Human Rights Director transmitting resignation of Cesar
Velazquez, Human Rights Specialist, effective June 28, 1996, together with
recommendation of payment of$1,053.29 for unused vacation pay and sick time.
4. Communication from Police Chief transmitting retirement of Robert J. Greenlee,
Police Lieutenant, effective June 29, 1996, together with recommendation of
payment of$9,558.00 for unused vacation pay and sick time.
July 15, 1996 Page 7
CONTRACT PAYMENT SCHEDULE
1. Columbus Drive Storm Sewer Improvements, Contract No. 518.
Pay design and construction engineering to Kirkham Michael Consulting
Engineers in the total amount due of$21,669.64.
2. West 4th Street Parking Expansion & Renovation.
Pay engineering services to Craig D. Ritland in the total amount due of
$5,059.13.
COUNCIL WORK SESSION
July 15, 1996
6 :40 p.m.
Police Library
Roll Call
Approval of Agenda, as proposed.
1 . Review and discussion of council' s schedules .
Adjournment .
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
July 11, 1996
4 :30 p.m.
First Floor Conference Room
Roll Call .
Approval of Agenda, as proposed.
1 . Discussion of weekly council agenda and informational
meeting.
Adjournment .
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATERLOO,
IOWA, REGULAR SESSION TO BE HELD AT THE
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7:00 P.M.
MONDAY, JULY 8, 1996
General Rules for Public Participation
1. You may address am item on the agenda by stepping to the podium, and after recognition by the chair, state your
name, address and group affiliation (if appropriate) and speak clearly into the microphone.
2. You may speak one (1) time per item for a maximum of three (3)minutes.
3. Although not required by city code of ordinances, oral presentations may be allowed at the Mayor's discretion.
The "oral presentations"section of the agenda (near the end) is your opportunity to address items not on the
regular agenda. A speaker may only speak to one (1)issue per meeting for a maximum of three (3)minutes.
Official action cannot be taken by the Council at that time, but may be placed on a future agenda or referred to
the appropriate department.
4. Keep comments germane and refrain from personal, impertinent or slanderous remarks.
5. Questions concerning these rules or any agenda item may be directed to the Clerk's Office at 291-4323.
6. Citizens are encouraged to register with the Clerk's Office by 5:00 p.m. on Monday of the day of the City Council
meeting to appear before the City Council(may also register by phone). Registered speakers will be given first
priority.
Roll Call.
Invocation by: Father Russell Bleich, St. Edwards Catholic Church
Pledge of Allegiance: Mike Mrzlak, Superintendent of Traffic Operations
Agenda, as proposed or amended.
Minutes of July 1, 1996 Regular Session as proposed.
Swearing-in of the following police officers: Monty Frana, Kevin Dill, Corbin Payne.
HEARINGS
1. Vacation of the sidewalk adjacent to property located at 1625, 1633 and 1639
Robin Road—Curt and Sheryl Boose and other property owners.
Motion—to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing.
HOLD HEARING—No objections on file.
Motion—to close hearing and receive and file recommendation of approval of the
Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission and oral and written
comments.
Motion—to receive, file, consider and pass for the first time.
Motion—to suspend rules.
Motion—to consider and pass for the second and third times and adopt ordinance.
July 8, 1996 Page 2
2. Vacation of a portion of West Seventh Street generally located northeasterly of
Commercial Street and continuing to the Cedar River and sale and conveyance of
a portion of vacated West Seventh Street generally located northeasterly of
Commercial Street for $1,660.50—George Shimek.
Motion—to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing.
HOLD HEARING—No objections on file.
Motion—to close hearing and receive and file recommendation of approval of the
Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission and oral and written
comments.
Motion—to receive, file, consider and pass for the first time.
Motion—to suspend rules.
Motion—to consider and pass for the second and third times and adopt ordinance.
Resolution—to authorize sale and conveyance.
3. Sale and conveyance of property generally located northeasterly of Commercial
Street and continuing to the Cedar River for $2,879.50—George Shimek.
Motion—to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing.
HOLD HEARING—No objections on file.
Motion—to close hearing and receive and file recommendation of approval of the
Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission and oral and written
comments.
Resolution—to authorize sale and conveyance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
4. F.Y. 1997 Block Grant Curb and Gutter Paving Program, Contract No. 520.
Resolution—to approve communication from Assistant City Engineer transmitting
recommendation of award of contract in the amount of$71,717.33 to Bowers
Masonry Inc. of Waterloo, Iowa.
5. F.Y. 1996 Bishop Avenue North Extension, Contract No. 517.
Resolution—to approve communication from Associate Engineer transmitting
recommendation of award of contract in the amount of$513,784.07 to Peterson
Contractors, Inc. of Reinbeck, Iowa.
6. F.Y. 1996 Sergeant Road Recreational Trail, Contract No. 492.
Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting
;z recommendation of award of contract in the amount of$339,563.75 to Rampart
Corporation of Waterloo, Iowa.
PETITIONS FROM PUBLIC
7. Resolution—to approve communication from City Engineer transmitting request of
Janice Andren for a waiver for a concrete driveway to be located at 3941 Midway
Drive, together with recommendation of approval.
8. Motion—to approve request of KCRG TV to land a helicopter at Riverfront Stadium
on July 18, 1996 at 7:00 p.m. in conjunction with Waterloo Bucks baseball game.
July 8, 1996 Page 3
REPORTS
9. Resolution—to approve Policy for Surcharge for Repeat Violations of City
Sanitation Policies and Rules.
DOCUMENTS
10. Resolution—to approve communication from Police Chief transmitting Juvenile
Crime Prevention Community Grant Contract with the State of Iowa Division of
Criminal and Juvenile Justice Planning for funding in the amount of$100,836,
with a 25 percent match required by the city, to establish and operate juvenile
crime prevention programs such as Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Boys/Girls Club, Girl
Scouts, Waterloo Recreation Commission, the YWCA, the Village Initiative and
the Grout Museum.
11. Resolution—to approve communication from Police Chief transmitting Drug
Control and System Improvement Grant Program FY96 Award Notice for the Tri-
County Drug Enforcement Task Force for funding in the amount of$296,893,
with $222,670 being federal funds and a 25 percent cash match of$74,223 from
local agencies, including the cities of Cedar Falls, Evansdale, LaPorte City,
Hudson, Waterloo, Waverly, Black Hawk County and Bremer County.
12. Resolution—to approve communication from Traffic Engineer transmitting an
Agreement for Traffic Safety Improvement Funding with the Iowa Department of
Transportation for funding in the amount of $25,000 to extend the westbound
turn lane on San Marnan Drive at Sears Street, Contract No. 508, together with
recommendation of approval.
13. F.Y. 1996 Sergeant Road Recreational Trail, Contract No. 492.
4�� � Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting Contracts,
Bonds and Certificates of Insurance in the amount of$339,563.75 from Rampart
Corporation of Waterloo, Iowa.
14. F.Y. 1996 Bishop Avenue North Extension, Contract No. 517.
Resolution—to approve communication from Associate Engineer transmitting
Contracts, Bonds and Certificates of Insurance in the amount of$513,784.07 from
Peterson Contractors, Inc. of Reinbeck, Iowa.
15. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting
Neighborhood Recognition Applications for Neighbors For Life, Greenbrier
Neighborhood Association, Hurst Neighborhood Association, Church Row
Historic Neighborhood Association for Whittier, Washington, and Belmont.
16. Resolution—to approve communication from Associate Engineer transmitting
Temporary Easement Agreement with the National Cattle Congress, Peterson
Contractors, Inc. and the City of Waterloo in conjunction with the repair of the
Sans Souci Island By-Pass Channel Wing Dam, together with recommendation of
approval.
July 8, 1996 Page 4
ORDINANCE TO BE ADOPTED
17. Logan Plaza Urban Revitalization Area (Amended).
Motion—to receive, file, consider and pass for the third time.
BILLS PAYMENT
18. Resolution—to approve Schedule AP640, a copy of which is on file in the Clerk's
Office.
NEW BUSINESS
19. Motion—to approve communication from Superintendent of Parks transmitting
recommendation of appointment of Matthew Platte to the position of Park
Maintenance II, Forestry, subject to passing a pre-employment physical
examination.
20. Motion—to approve communication from Forestry Coordinator transmitting
recommendation to purchase a lift truck for the Forestry Department from Altec
Industries of St. Joseph, Missouri at a cost of$78,967.00.
Travel Requests
Motion—to approve the following:
21. Darwin Kupka, Collection Systems Foreman, and Dan Youngblood, Instrument
Control Foreman, to take the TV camera van to Aries Industries in Sussex,
Wisconsin on July 8-9, 1996 for setup and service, with costs not to exceed
$253.72, including the use of city vehicle.
22. Ernest "Buck" Clark, Crime Lab Officer, to attend Photography Surveillance
School in Des Moines, Iowa on August 26-30, 1996, with costs not to exceed
$141.03, including the use of city vehicle.
MISCELLANEOUS
Motion—to approve the following:
23. Beer/Liquor License Permit Application
Class C
Mama Nick's, 1934 Washington (Renewal) (Expires 7/6/97) (Includes Sunday
Sales)
24. Application for Fireworks Display
Iowa Games Qualifying Festival July 12, 1996
25. Cigarette License Permit Application
Forty-six (46)
July 8, 1996 Page 5
BONDS
26. Motion-to approve bonds.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
Motion-to receive and file oral comments.
ADJOURNMENT
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
MEETINGS
Monday, July 8, 1996
5:20 p.m. - Public Works Committee, Large Conference Room
5:25 p.m. - Building & Grounds Committee, Large Conference Room
5:30 p.m. - Finance Committee, Large Conference Room
PUBLIC INFORMATION
1. Communication from Police Chief transmitting appointment of Carol Failor to the
position of Finance Specialist effective July 8, 1996.
2. Communication from Police Chief transmitting appointment of Monty Frana,
Kevin Dill and Corbin Payne to the position of Police Officer effective July 8,
1996.
3. Waterloo Park Board minutes of May 8, 1996 on file in the City Clerk's office.
4. Panning, Programming and Zoning Commission minutes of June 10, 1996 on file
in the City Clerk's office.
CONTRACT PAYMENT SCHEDULE
1. F.Y. 1996 Street Reconstruction Program, Contract No. 473.
Pay estimate No. 17 to Aspro, Inc. & Subsidiaries in the total amount due of
$58,638.82.
2. F.Y. 1996 Street Reconstruction Program, Contract No. 501.
Pay estimate No. 5 to Aspro Inc. & Subsidiaries in the total amount due of
$137,371.77.
3. F.Y. 1996 Concrete & Structure Repair Program, Contract No. 502.
Pay estimate No. 6 to B & Builders in the total amount due of$28,742.89.
July 8, 1996 Page 6
4. San Marnan Drive Corridor Study.
Pay estimate No. 2 to Barton Ashman Associates, Inc. in the total amount due of
$9,580.75.
5. F.Y. 1996 Bridge Deck Repair Program, Contract No. 471.
Pay estimate No. 5 to Borwig Building Service in the total amount due of
$17,051.55.
6. Bar Screen Building for Water Pollution Control Facilities, Contract No. 513.
Pay estimate No. 1 to Cardinal Construction, Inc. in the total amount due of
$44,624.49.
7. F.Y. 1996 Fourth Street Renovation Project, Contract No. 523.
Pay estimate No. 1 to K & W Electric in the total amount due of $34,448.76.
8. Martin Luther King Ir. Drive, HDP-9107(004)-71-07.
Pay construction services to Peterson Contractors in the total amount due of
$23,805.98.
9. Sixth Street East, Phase I, HDP-9107(005)-71-07.
Pay estimate No. 17 to Peterson Contractors in the total amount due of
$123,402.52.
10. Columbus Drive Storm Sewer Improvements, Contract No. 518.
Pay estimate No. 1 to Rampart Corporation in the total amount due of
$29,463.25.
11. Satellite Interceptor, Water Pollution Control Facilities, Contract No. 487.
Pay estimate No. 3 to RUST Environment & Infrastructure in the total amount due
of$23,996.56.
12. Raw Wastewater Pump Building, Contract No. 500.
Pay estimate No. 4 to RUST Environment & Infrastructure in the total amount due
of$9,990.56.
13. Flow Equalization Basin, Contract No. 499.
Pay construction related services to RUST Environment & Infrastructure in the
total amount due of$17,175.88.
14. F.Y. 1996 Alexandra Drive Box Culvert, Contract No. 494.
Pay design services to RUST Environment & Infrastructure in the total amount due
of$3,474.46.
15. Sixth Street East, Phase II, HDP-9107(005)-71-07.
Pay supplemental agreement No. 10 to RUST Environment & Infrastructure in the
total amount due of$20,849.40.
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16. East Park Avenue Ramp Expansion, Contract No. 467.
Pay invoice No. 10 to RUST Environment & Infrastructure in the total amount due
of$6,182.76.
17. Satellite Water Pollution Control Facilities, Contract No. 486.
Pay estimate No. 9 to RUST Environment & Infrastructure in the total amount due
of$38,217.07.
18. Waterloo Satellite Interceptor, Contract No. 487.
Pay estimate No. 2 to S. J. Louis Construction Inc. in the total amount due of
$445,574.61.
19. Northeast Industrial Park.
Pay estimate No. 1 to Schenk Engineering Company in the total amount due of
$4,815.22.
20. Raw Wastewater Pump Building for Water Pollution Control Facilities, Contract
No. 500.
Pay estimate No. 3 to Story Construction Co. in the total amount due of
$328,824.00.
21. Waterloo Satellite Water Pollution Control Facilities, Contract No. 486.
Pay estimate No. 8 to Story Construction Co. in the total amount due of
$759,015.00.
22. F.Y. 1996 Sidewalk Repair Program - Zone 8, Contract No. 512.
Pay estimate No. 3 to Suckow Concrete Construction Inc. in the total amount due
of$15,544.36.
23. Broadway & Wagner Road, Contract No. 456.
Pay estimate No. 2 to Voltmer Electric Inc. in the total amount due of$2,050.40.
COUNCIL WORK SESSION
July 8, 1996
6 :40 p.m.
Police Library
Roll Call
Approval of Agenda, as proposed.
1 . Review and discussion of council' s schedules .
Adjournment .
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATERLOO,
IOWA, REGULAR SESSION TO BE HELD AT THE
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7:00 P.M.
MONDAY, JULY 1, 1996
General Rules for Public Participation
1. You may address am item on the agenda by stepping to the podium, and after recognition by the chair, state your
name, address and group affiliation (if appropriate)and speak clearly into the microphone.
2. You may speak one (1)time per item for a maximum of three (3)minutes.
3. Although not required by city code of ordinances, oral presentations may be allowed at the Mayor's discretion.
The "oral presentations"section of the agenda (near the end) is your opportunity to address items not on the
regular agenda. A speaker may only speak to one (1)issue per meeting for a maximum of three (3)minutes.
Official action cannot be taken by the Council at that time, but may be placed on a future agenda or referred to
the appropriate department.
4. Keep comments germane and refrain from personal, impertinent or slanderous remarks.
5. Questions concerning these rules or any agenda item maybe directed to the Clerk's Office at 291-4323.
6. Citizens are encouraged to register with the Clerk's Office by 5:00 p.m. on Monday of the day of the City Council
meeting to appear before the City Council (may also register by phone). Registered speakers will be given first
priority.
Roll Call.
Invocation by: Reverend Faye Scott, Ambassadors for Christ Church
Pledge of Allegiance: Terry Lorenzen, Airport Director
Agenda, as proposed or amended.
Minutes of June 24, 1996 Regular Session as proposed.
HEARINGS AND BIDS
1. F.Y. 1996 Bishop Avenue Extension - North, Contract No. 517.
Motion—to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing.
HOLD HEARING—No objections on file.
Motion—to close hearing and receive and file oral and written comments.
Resolution—to confirm approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, etc.
Resolution—to order construction.
Motion—to receive, file and instruct City Clerk to open and read bids and refer to
City Engineer for review.
Resolution—to authorize award of contract if found to be in order.
July 1, 1996 Page 2
2. F.Y. 1996 Sergeant Road Recreational Trail, Contract No. 492.
Motion—to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing.
HOLD HEARING—No objections on file.
Motion—to close hearing and receive and file oral and written comments.
Resolution—to confirm approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, etc.
Resolution—to order construction.
Motion—to receive, file and instruct City Clerk to open and read bids and refer to
City Planner for review.
Resolution—to authorize award of contract if found to be in order.
PETITIONS FROM PUBLIC
3. Resolution—to approve communication from City Clerk transmitting request of
Curt and Kathy Morrison, 747 Hall Avenue, for a variance to the Noise
Ordinance on July 6, 1996 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in conjunction with a
band playing at a neighborhood party, together with recommendation of approval
of Police Chief.
4. Resolution—to approve communication from City Clerk transmitting request of
Broosters, 3555 University Avenue, for a variance to the Noise Ordinance on July
3, 1996 from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. in conjunction with a band playing in the
beer garden, together with recommendation of Police Chief to allow to 11:00
p.m.
DOCUMENTS
5. Resolution—to approve communication from Associate Engineer transmitting
Completion of Project and Recommendation of Acceptance of Work performed
by Peterson Contractors, Inc. of Reinbeck, Iowa in conjunction with Sixth Street
Extension Construction - East, HDP-9107(004)-71-07.
6. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting a
Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Hudson and the Iowa Northland
Regional Council of Governments for grant writing services in conjunction with
Sergeant Road Recreational Trail.
7. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting
neighborhood recognition applications for WE CARE Neighborhood Association,
Logan Avenue Association, Byrnes Park Neighborhood Association, and Gates
Park Neighborhood Association.
8. Resolution—to approve communication from City Clerk transmitting
recommendation of renewal of the general liability, auto liability and umbrella
liability insurance with St. Paul Insurance for the period of July 1, 1996 through
June 30, 1997 and recommendation to increase the umbrella liability coverage
limit from $1,000,000 to $2,000,000 for an additional cost of$13,166, for a total
cost of$305,428.
July 1, 1996
Page 3
RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED
9. Resolution—to accept and approve transfer of Van Eaton, Krieg and City View
School properties from the Waterloo School District.
ORDINANCES TO BE ADOPTED
10. Vacation, sale and conveyance of a portion of Bluff Street right-of-way generally
located northwesterly of West Fourth Street for $1.00 and other valuable
consideration—David A. and Kathryn A. Young.
Motion—to receive, file, consider and pass for the second time.
Motion—to suspend the rules.
Motion—to consider and pass for the third time and adopt ordinance.
Resolution—to authorize sale and conveyance of said property.
Resolution—to approve real estate contract agreement for buyer to hard surface
parking lot and city to pay storm sewer improvements at a cost not to exceed
$2,525.
11. Rezone from "A-1" Agricultural District to "C-2" Commercial District property
generally located at 66 West Airline Highway to allow converting the existing
residence and garage into a sales office and storage building for manufactured
homes in accordance with site plan and conditions set forth and agreed to with
the Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission—Coachlight Homes, Inc.
Motion—to receive, file, consider and pass for the second time.
Motion—to suspend the rules.
Motion—to consider and pass for the third time and adopt ordinance.
12. Logan Plaza Urban Revitalization Area (Amended).
Motion—to receive, file, consider and pass for the second time.
13. An ordinance amending the 1993 Code of Ordinances of the City of Waterloo,
Iowa, by repealing Section 27-8, Curfew, of Chapter 27, Offenses—Miscellaneous;
and by enacting in lieu thereof a new Section 27-8, Curfew (expanding the
definition of a minor and imposing new hours of curfew, identifying an
authorized juvenile holding facility and increasing the penalty for second
offense).
Motion—to receive, file, consider and pass for the first time.
Motion—to suspend the rules.
Motion—to consider and pass for the second and third times and adopt ordinance.
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14. An ordinance amending the 1991 Traffic Code by repealing Subsection (83)
Donald Street (W) of Section 551, Parking Prohibited at all Times on Certain
Streets; and enacting in lieu thereof new Subsection (83) Donald Street (W) of
Section 551, Parking Prohibited at all Times on Certain Streets (prohibiting
parking on both sides of Donald Street from Medina Street to the west end of
Donald Street at the boat ramp.)
Motion—to receive, file, consider and pass for the first time.
Motion—to suspend the rules.
Motion—to consider and pass for the second and third times and adopt ordinance.
NEW BUSINESS
15. Motion—to approve communication from City Clerk transmitting recommendation
of appointment of Brenda Neff to the position of Clerk II, effective July 2, 1996.
16. Motion—to approve communication from Superintendent of Parks transmitting
recommendation of appointment of Steve Bearbower to the position of Equipment
Operator I, subject to passing physical examination.
17. Resolution—to approve communication from Superintendent of Traffic Operations
transmitting recommendation of installation of street lights at the dead end of
Sycamore Street in the 00 block, on the southwest corner of Newell Street and
Elk Run Road, at the railroad crossing on Elk Run Road south of Newell Street,
and at the railroad crossing on Newell Street west of Elk Run Road.
18. F.Y. 1996 Seal Coat Program, Contract No. 525.
Motion—to instruct City Engineer to prepare plans, specifications, form of contract,
etc.
Motion—to receive and file plans, specifications, etc.
Resolution—to preliminarily approve plans, specifications, form of contract, etc.
Resolution—to instruct City Clerk to publish notice of plans, specifications, etc.
and taking of bids. Set date of hearing as July 15, 1996.
19. San Marnan Drive at LaPorte Road Traffic Signal Materials, CS-TSF-8155(18)-85-
07, IDOT Agreement #96-TS-002, Contract No. 509.
Motion—to instruct Traffic Engineer to prepare plans, specifications, form of
contract, etc.
Motion—to receive and file plans, specifications, etc.
Resolution—to preliminarily approve plans, specifications, form of contract, etc.
Resolution—to instruct City Clerk to publish notice of plans, specifications, etc.
and taking of bids. Set date of hearing as August 5, 1996.
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20. U.S. 63 and Ramp Terminal at U.S. 20 Traffic Signal Materials, UST-63-6(62)-4A-
07, IDOT Agreement #96-USTEP-36, Contract No. 524.
Motion—to instruct Traffic Engineer to prepare plans, specifications, form of
contract, etc.
Motion—to receive and file plans, specifications, etc.
Resolution—to preliminarily approve plans, specifications, form of contract, etc.
Resolution—to instruct City Clerk to publish notice of plans, specifications, etc.
and taking of bids. Set date of hearing as August 5, 1996.
Travel Requests
Motion—to approve the following:
21. Tim Pillack, Police Sergeant; Jeff Duggan, Sue Taylor, Kevin Nobis and Willie
Keller, Police Officers, to attend National DARE Officers Association 9th Annual
Conference in St. Louis, Missouri on August 7-10, 1996, with costs not to exceed
$2,470.00, including the use of city vehicle.
22. Ernest Clark, Crime Lab Officer, to attend AFIS System Certification DCI Lab in
Des Moines, Iowa on July 8-10, 1996, with costs not to exceed $173.40,
including the use of city vehicle.
23. Steve Nemmers, Police Investigator, for follow-up purposes of prosection on
murder investigation of Leonsio Garcia-Cortes in Mexico City, Mexico on July 7-
10, 1996, with costs not to exceed $1,210.00.
24. Two Fire Rescue Instructors to teach classes at Grain Processors Corporation in
Muscatine, Iowa on July 2, 9, 16 and 23, 1996, with costs not to exceed $235.00
for each day.
25. Frank Magsamen, Fire Chief, to attend 53rd Annual Missouri Valley Fire Chiefs
Conference in Grand Junction, Colorado on July 17-19, 1996, with costs not to
exceed $870.00, including the use of city vehicle.
26. Terry Blank, Police Lieutenant, and Eric Gunderson, Police Sergeant, to attend
Police Internal Affairs Seminar in Jacksonville, Florida on November 11-15, 1996,
with costs not to exceed $2,328.00.
MISCELLANEOUS
Motion—to approve the following:
27. Beer/Wine License Permit Application
Class E
Independence Avenue Liquor, 1825 Independence Avenue (Renewal) (Expires
7/1/97) (Includes Sunday Sales)
Osco Drug, 2060 Crossroads (Renewal) (Expires 7/24/97) (Includes Sunday Sales)
Osco Drug, 3727 University (Renewal) (Expires 7/26/97) (Includes Sunday Sales)
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28. Beer/Liquor License Permit Application
Class C
Vic's Lounge, 1106 LaPorte Road (Renewal) (Expires 7/16/97)
Maple Lanes, 2608 University Avenue (Renewal) (Expires 7/9/97) (Includes
Sunday Sales)
29. Application for Pawnbroker's License
Waterloo Jewelry, 330 East 4th Street
Sycamore Pawn, 1202 Sycamore Street
Levi Brothers Jewelers Ltd., 306 East 4th Street
Duees Pawn & Gun, 92 Vinton Street
A-1 Pawn Shop, 2000 Hawthorne
30. Application for Recycling Yard License
I & L Auto Salvage, 1003 Winona Street
B. Schultz Company, 1500 David Street
Northside Auto Salvage, 821 Dearborn Street
Weissman Iron & Metal Recycling, 1500 W. Airline Highway
Waterloo Auto Parts, Inc., 1501 Grandview Avenue
31. Application for Vehicle for Hire Business License
1st Class Professional Coaches, Ltd., 147 Oak Ridge Road
Yellow Cab, 520 Jefferson
BONDS
32. Motion—to approve the bonds.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
Motion—to receive and file oral comments.
Motion—to adjourn to Executive Session.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Acquisition of property as part of the extension of Bishop Avenue north of
Independence Avenue pursuant to Iowa Code Section 21(1)(j) (1995).
Motion—to adjourn Executive Session.
ADIOURNMENT
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
July 1, 1996
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MEETINGS
Monday, July 1, 1996
4:30 p.m. - Public Works Committee, Large Conference Room
4:45 p.m. - Building & Grounds Committee, Large Conference Room
5:00 p.m. - Finance Committee, Large Conference Room
5:30 p.m. - Council Work Session, Large Conference Room
6:00 p.m. - Human Resources Committee, Large Conference Room
PUBLIC INFORMATION
1. Board of Waterloo Water Works Trustees minutes of June 19, 1996 on file in the
City Clerk's office.
2. Civil Service Commission minutes of May 7, 1996 on file in the City Clerk's
office.
3. Community Development Board minutes of April 16, 1996, May 7, 1996 and
May 21, 1996 on file in the City Clerk's office.
4. Waterloo Airport Commission minutes of May 21, 1996 and June 11, 1996 on file
in the City Clerk's office.
5. Communication from Police Chief transmitting retirement of Karlton Dyke, Police
Sergeant, effective June 19, 1996, together with recommendation of payment of
$13,083.00 for unused vacation pay.
6. Communication from Police Chief transmitting disability retirement of Rex D.
Eyestone, Police Officer, effective June 14, 1996, together with recommendation
of payment of$9,759.80 for unused vacation pay
7. Communication from Fire Chief transmitting retirement of Melvin R. Cook,
Battalion Chief, effective July 3, 1996, together with recommendation of payment
of$14,654.52 for unused vacation pay and sick time.
8. Communication from Library transmitting resignation of Dianne K. Porter, Library
Aide, effective June 7, 1996, together with recommendation of payment of
$157.76 for unused vacation pay.
9. Certification list for the position of Finance Specialist, as certified by the Civil
Service Commission on June 25, 1996.
10. Certification list for the position of Clerk II, as certified by the Civil Service
Commission on June 25, 1996.
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11. Certification list for the position of Special Projects Technician—Sanitation &
Recycling, as certified by the Civil Service Commission on June 25, 1996.
12. Certification list for the position of Chief Building Inspector—Building Inspections,
as certified by the Civil Service Commission on June 25, 1996.
13. Certification list for the position of Park Maintenance II—Forestry, as certified by
the Civil Service Commission on June 25, 1996.
COUNCIL WORK SESSION
July 1, 1996
5 :30 - 6 : 00 p.m.
Large Conference Room
Roll Call
Approval of Agenda, as proposed.
1 . Discussion of proposed curfew violation ordinance.
Adjournment .
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
COUNCIL WORK SESSION
July 1, 1996
6 :40 p.m.
Police Library
Roll Call
Approval of Agenda, as proposed.
1 . Review and discussion of council' s schedules .
Adjournment .
Susan Fangman
City Clerk