HomeMy WebLinkAbout03.March CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
March 30, 1995
4 : 00 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, 4:00 P.M.
MONDAY, MARCH 27, 1995
General Rules for Public Participation
1. You may address my 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. Keep comments germane and refrain from personal, impertinent or slanderous remarks.
4. The "oral presentations"section of the agenda (near the end) is your opportunity to address items not on the
regular agenda. 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.
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 Al Stewart, Immanuel Southern Baptist Church
Pledge of Allegiance:
Recognition of Week: Aramark Uniform Services John Mountain, Manager
Agenda, as proposed or amended.
Minutes of March 20, 1995 Regular Session as proposed.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. F.Y. 1995 Street Reconstruction Program, Contract No. 473.
Resolution—to approve communication from Assistant City Engineer transmitting
recommendation of award of contract to Aspro, Inc. & Subsidiaries of Waterloo,
Iowa in the amount of$3, 186,206.65.
PETITIONS FROM PUBLIC
2. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request of
Winchester Farms, Inc. to vacate, sell and convey the platted street right-of-way
known as Camelot Drive, north of San Marnan Drive and west of Flammang
Drive for $11,655.90, together with recommendation of approval of the Planning,
Programming and Zoning Commission. Set date of hearing as April 17, 1995.
March 27, 1995 Page 2
3. Resolution—to approve communication from Associate Engineer transmitting
request from Aspro, Inc. for a variance to the Truck Embargo Ordinance, on
Rainbow Drive from South Hackett Road to Greenhill Road, on Ridgeway
Avenue from Fourth Street to Baltimore Street, on Ansborough Avenue from West
Fourth Street to San Marnan Drive, on Fletcher Avenue from West Fourth Street
to Sergeant Road, from March 28, 1995 to December 1, 1995 in conjunction
with Street Reconstruction Program, Contract No. 461 and No. 473, together with
recommendation of approval.
4. Resolution—to approve communication from Associate Engineer transmitting
request from Aspro, Inc. for a variance to the Noise Ordinance effective March
28, 1995 to December 1, 1995 in conjunction with Street Reconstruction
Program, Contract No. 461 and No. 473, together with recommendation of
approval.
5. Motion—to approve communication from City Clerk transmitting request of Black
Hawk County Conservation Board for an exception to burning of yard waste to
burn newly established warm season grasses and foxtail on approximately 1 acre
of property located at 3625 Shirey Way.
DOCUMENTS
6. Resolution—to approve communication from Police Chief transmitting a grant
application to the Governor's Alliance on Substance Abuse for funds in the
amount of $277,405.35, with the City's cash match to be $37,799.15, in
conjunction with the Multi Jurisdiction Drug Task Force, together with
recommendation of approval.
7. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting an
agreement with the Iowa Department of Transportation for Revitalizing Iowa's
Sound Economy (RISE) funding in the amount of$148,541, with a local match of
$99,027 to be provided by Tower Park Partnership in conjunction with Tower
Park Drive Extension, Phase II, Contract No. 475.
8. Resolution—to approve agreement with Koll Real Estate Group for completion of
the airport development study.
ORDINANCES TO BE ADOPTED
9. Rezone from "R-2" One and Two Family Residence District to "R-4,R-P" Planned
Multiple Family Residence District property generally located on the north end of
Peek Street between North Barclay Street and Hewitt Street to construct an
elderly apartment complex—W. C. Stokes.
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.
Motion—to adopt ordinance.
March 27, 1995 Page 3
10. An Ordinance amending the 1993 Code of Ordinances of the City of Waterloo,
Iowa: by repealing Section 9-1 Building Codes Adopted, and Section 9-2,
Amendments to Building Code, of Article I, In General, of Chapter 9, Buildings;
and enacting in lieu thereof a new Section 9-1, Building Codes Adopted, and
Section 9-2, Amendments to Building Code, of Article I, in General, of Chapter 9,
Buildings; by repealing Section 9-18, Code Adopted, of Article II, Dangerous
Buildings, of Chapter 9, Buildings; and enacting in lieu thereof a new Section 9-
18, Code Adopted, of Article 11, Dangerous Buildings, of Chapter 9, Buildings;
and by adding Section 9-19, Amendments to Dangerous Building Code, of Article
11, Dangerous Buildings, of Chapter 9, Buildings (adoption of the 1994 Uniform
Building Code, 1994 Uniform Code for Building Conservation, amendments to
the Building Code, adoption of the 1994 Uniform Code of the Abatement of
Dangerous Buildings and amendments to Dangerous Building Code).
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.
Motion—to adopt ordinance.
11. An Ordinance amending the 1993 Code of Ordinance of the City of Waterloo,
Iowa: by repealing Section 14-2 Uniform Fire Code Adopted, Section 14-3, Life
Safety Code Adopted, and Section 14-4, Fire Prevention Code and Uniform
Building Code Adopted, of Article I, In General, of Chapter 14, Fire Prevention
and Protection; and enacting in lieu thereof a new Section 14-2, Uniform Fire
Code Adopted, Section 14-3, Life Safety Code Adopted, and Section 14-4, Fire
Prevention Code and Uniform Building Code Adopted, of Article I, In General, of
Chapter 14, Fire Prevention and Protection (adoption of 1994 Uniform Fire Code,
1994 Life Safety Code, 1994 Fire Prevention Code and 1995 Uniform Building
Code).
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.
Motion—to adopt ordinance.
BILLS PAYMENT
12. Resolution—to approve Schedule A918, a copy of which is on file in the Clerk's
Office.
NEW BUSINESS
13. Motion—to approve communication from Recreation Director transmitting
recommendation of appointment of Joel Schares to the position of Arena
Coordinator, effective April 10, 1995.
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March 27, 1995 Page 4
Travel Requests
Motion—to approve the following:
14. Dave Van Dee, Assistant City Planner, to attend Effective Zoning Administration
Techniques Seminar in Madison, Wisconsin on May 1-3, 1995, with costs not to
exceed $520.00, including the use of city vehicle.
15. Greg Maifield, Police Department Systems Manager, to attend IQ Computer
Training Seminar in Urbandale, Iowa on March 29-30, 1995, with costs not to
exceed $310.00.
16. Richard Grimm, Superintendent of Streets/Sanitation, to attend APWA Mid
America Conference & Exhibit in Kansas City, Missouri on April 19-20, 1995,
with costs not to exceed $106.00.
17. Cammie Scully, Kae Lind, Bonnie Winninger, Maureen Newbill, Vicki Collum,
and Curator for educational trip to Chicago, Illinois on May 12-14, 1995, with
costs not to exceed $173.34 each, including the use of city vehicle.
18. Steve Bagenstos, Police Officer, to attend Crime Scene Photography School in
Miami, Florida on April 10-14, 1995, with costs not to exceed $895.00.
19. Randall Chapman, Police Officer, to attend Exceptional Service in Policing and
Problem Oriented Policing Seminar in Evanston, Illinois on April 10-14, 1995,
with costs not to exceed $1,120.00, including the use of city vehicle.
MISCELLANEOUS
Motion to approve the following:
20. Beer License Permit Application
Class C
Petro-N-Provisions, 1807 LaPorte Road (Renewal) (Expires 4/8/96) (Includes
Sunday Sales)
21. Beer/Liquor License Permit Application
Class C
Golden China, 2046 E. Ridgeway Avenue (Renewal) (Expires 5/4/96) (Includes
Sunday Sales)
Porkey's Red Carpet, 1409 Newell Street (Renewal) (Expires 4/4/96) (Includes
Sunday Sales)
Wild E. Coyotes, 3295 University Avenue (Renewal) (Expires 4/5/96)
BONDS
22. Motion—to approve the bonds.
March 27, 1995 Page 5
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
Motion—to receive and file oral comments.
ADJOURNMENT
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
MEETINGS
Monday, March 27, 1995
1:30 p.m. - Public Works Committee, Large Conference Room
2:30 p.m. - Finance Committee, Large Conference Room
PUBLIC INFORMATION
1. Waterloo Park Commission minutes of February 15, 1995 on file in the City
Clerk's office.
2. Waterloo Commission on Human Rights minutes of February 9, 1995 on file in
the City Clerk's office.
CONTRACT PAYMENT SCHEDULE
1. East Park Avenue ParkingRamp Expansion.
Pay design services to RUST Environment & Infrastructure in the total amount due
of $50,000.00.
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
March 23 , 1995
4 : 00 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, MARCH 20, 1995
General Rules for Public Participation
1. You may address a� 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. Keep comments germane and refrain from personal, impertinent or slanderous remarks.
4. The "oral presentations"section of the agenda (near the end) is your opportunity to address items not on the
regular agenda. 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.
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 Sandra Scott, Ambassadors for Christ Church
Pledge of Allegiance:
Recognition of Week: Dick Witham Ford
Agenda, as proposed or amended.
Minutes of March 13, 1995 Regular Session and March 14, 1995 Special Session, as
proposed.
Swearing-in of Police Officers Jody Clark and Gregory Erie.
HEARINGS AND BIDS
1. F.Y. 1995 Street Reconstruction Program, Contract No. 473.
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 the approval of plans, specification, 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.
Resolution—to award contract if found to be in order
March 20, 1995 Page 2
2. 1995 Right-of-Way Mowing.
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 the approval of plans, specification, form of contract, etc.
Resolution—to authorize to proceed.
Motion—to receive, file and instruct City Clerk to open and read bids and refer to
Superintendent of Parks.
PETITIONS FROM PUBLIC
3. Resolution—to approve communication from City Clerk transmitting request for
variance to Ordinance No. 3094, Noise Ordinance, on April 8, 1995 from 7:00
p.m. to 11:00 p.m. in conjunction with a live band performing at 4756 Charolais
Drive for a retirement party.
4. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting the "S-1"
Shopping Center District site plan for a proposed Pier One Imports Store to be
generally located east of the intersection of Flammang Drive and Crossroads
Boulevard, together with recommendation of approval of the Planning,
Programming and Zoning Commission. Set date of hearing as April 10, 1995.
REPORTS
5. Motion—to receive and file the Waterloo Water Works 1994 Operating Report.
DOCUMENTS
6. F.Y. 1995 Sidewalk Repair Program - Zone 7, Contract No. 482.
Resolution—to approve Contracts, Bonds and Certificates of Insurance in the
amount of$96,477.11 from Suckow Construction, Inc. of Hazleton, Iowa.
7. Resolution—to approve communication from Assistant City Engineer transmitting
Completion of Project and Recommendation of Acceptance of Work performed
by Fagen, Inc. in conjunction with F.Y. 1992 Industrial Wastewater Pretreatment
Facilities, Contract No. 435.
8. Motion-to approve communication from Assistant City Engineer transmitting ten-
year warranties for liner and cover from Fagen, Inc. in conjunction with F.Y. 1992
Industrial Wastewater Pretreatment Facilities, Contract No. 435.
9. Energy Lighting Conservation Program.
Resolution—to approve communication from Administrative Director transmitting
Contract in the amount of $64,360.64 with 3-E Electrical Engineering Equipment
of Waterloo, Iowa.
March 20, 1995 Page 3
10. Resolution—to approve communication from Administrative Director transmitting
agreement and amendment to agreement with Environmental Protection Agency
in conjunction with Water Pollution Control Plant, together with recommendation
of approval.
RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED
11. Resolution—to amend the Deed of Dedication for Audubon Park Fifth Addition
designating Lot 2 for residential use and not for a private swimming pool and
tennis court area.
12. Resolution—to set date of hearing as April 17, 1995 on application to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development for 50 additional units of
Section 8 Rental Assistance Vouchers or Certificates for the Waterloo Housing
Authority.
ORDINANCES TO BE ADOPTED
13. An Ordinance amending the 1993 Code of Ordinances of the City of Waterloo,
Iowa: by repealing Section 9-1 Building Codes Adopted, and Section 9-2,
Amendments to Building Code, of Article I, In General, of Chapter 9, Buildings;
and enacting in lieu thereof a new Section 9-1, Building Codes Adopted, and
Section 9-2, Amendments to Building Code, of Article I, in General, of Chapter 9,
Buildings; by repealing Section 9-18, Code Adopted, of Article II, Dangerous
Buildings, of Chapter 9, Buildings; and enacting in lieu thereof a new Section 9-
18, Code Adopted, of Article II, Dangerous Buildings, of Chapter 9, Buildings;
and by adding Section 9-19, Amendments to Dangerous Building Code, of Article
II, Dangerous Buildings, of Chapter 9, Buildings (adoption of the 1994 Uniform
Building Code, 1994 Uniform Code for Building Conservation, amendments to
the Building Code, adoption of the 1994 Uniform Code of the Abatement of
Dangerous Buildings and amendments to Dangerous Building Code).
Motion—to receive, file, consider and pass for the first time.
14. An Ordinance amending the 1993 Code of Ordinance of the City of Waterloo,
Iowa: by repealing Section 14-2 Uniform Fire Code Adopted, Section 14-3, Life
Safety Code Adopted, and Section 14-4, Fire Prevention Code and Uniform
Building Code Adopted, of Article I, In General, of Chapter 14, Fire Prevention
and Protection; and enacting in lieu thereof a new Section 14-2, Uniform Fire
Code Adopted, Section 14-3, Life Safety Code Adopted, and Section 14-4, Fire
Prevention Code and Uniform Building Code Adopted, of Article I, In General, of
Chapter 14, Fire Prevention and Protection (adoption of 1994 Uniform Fire Code,
1994 Life Safety Code, 1994 Fire Prevention Code and 1995 Uniform Building
Code).
Motion—to receive, file, consider and pass for the first time.
March 20, 1995 Page 4
NEW BUSINESS
15. Motion—to approve communication from Mayor Rooff transmitting
recommendation of appointment of Art Helium, Lyle Reed and Eric Johnson to
the Community Development Board, with term expiration dates of March 1,
1996, March 1, 1997 and March 1, 1998 respectively.
16. F.Y. 1995 Downtown Concrete Repair Program, Contract No. 481.
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, etc.
Resolution—to instruct City Clerk to publish notice of plans, specifications, etc.
and taking of bids. Set date of hearing as April 10, 1995.
Travel Requests
Motion—to approve the following:
17. Steven Witt, Police Lieutenant, and John Beckman, Police Sergeant, to attend
Narcotics Workshop in Des Moines, Iowa on May 22-24, 1995, with costs not to
exceed $220.00, including the use of city vehicle.
18. Dennis Damon, Police Lieutenant, to attend FBI National Academy Associates
Spring Training Session in Des Moines, Iowa on April 19-21, 1995, with costs not
to exceed $181.70, including the use of city vehicle.
19. Dennis Gentz, Assistant City Engineer, to attend Pavement Design Seminar in
Waterloo, Iowa on March 22, 1995, with costs not to exceed $135.00, including
the use of city vehicle.
20. James Walsh, City Attorney, to attend National Institute of Municipal Legal
Officials meeting in Washington, D.C. on April 8-11, 1995, with costs not to
exceed $1,270.00.
MISCELLANEOUS
Motion to approve the following:
21. Beer License Permit Application
Class B
South Hills Golf Course (Seasonal-4/1/95 thru 10/1/95) (Includes Sunday Sales)
22. Beer/Wine License Permit Application
Class E
Midtown Foods, 710 Broadway (Renewal) (Expires 3/19/96) (Includes Sunday
Sales)
March 20, 1995 Page 5
23. Beer/Liquor License Permit Application
Class C_
Waterloo Bowl-In, 120 Jefferson Street (Renewal) (Expires 3/29/96) (Includes
Sunday Sales) 3/31/96) (Includes Sunday
Holiday Inn, 205 West 4th Street (Renewal) (Expires
Sales)
Civic Center, West 4th & Commercial (Renewal) (Expires 3/31/96) (Includes
Sunday Sales) 3/22/96) (Includes
Golden's Broadway Tap, 921 Broadway (Renewal) (Expires
Sunday Sales)
BONDS
24. Motion—to approve the bonds.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
Motion—to receive and file oral comments.
ADJOURNMENT
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
MEETINGS
Monday, March 20, 1995
4:30 p.m. - Building & Grounds Committee, Large Conference Room
5:30 p.m. - Human Resources Committee, Large Conference Room
PUBLIC INFORMATION
1. Board of Waterloo Water Works Trustees minutes of March 13, 1995 on file in
the City Clerk's office.
CONTRACT PAYMENT SCHEDULE
1. East Lake Bike Trail Contract No. 437.
Pay estimate No. 4 to Peterson Contractors, Inc. in the total amount due of
$6,531.25.
2. Riverview Area Plan.
Pay consultant fees to Craig D. Ritland in the total amount due of $4,050.00.
3. 18th Street Brid e Re airs for Collision Dama e.
Pay partial billing to Youngblut Contracting Inc. in the total amount due of
$9,022.50.
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
March 16, 1995
4 : 00 p.m.
Large Conference Room
Roll Call .
Approval of Agenda, as proposed.
1 . Discussion of weekly council agenda and informational
meeting.
Adjournment .
Susan Fangman
• City Clerk
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AGENDA FOR THE SPECIAL SESSION OF THE
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA
TO BE HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF
CITY HALL, 715 MULBERRY STREET, AT 7:00
P.M. ON TUESDAY, MARCH 14, 1995.
Roll Call.
Motion to receive and file Calls.
Approval of Agenda, as proposed or amended.
HEARING
PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 1996 BUDGET.
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 adopt F.Y. 1996 Budget.
Resolution—to authorize City Clerk to certify necessary debt service levy for budgeted
bond interest payment in F.Y. 1996.
ADJOURNMENT
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
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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, MARCH 13, 1995
General Rules for Public Participation
1. You may address as 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. Keep comments germane and refrain from personal, impertinent or slanderous remarks.
4. The "oral presentations" section of the agenda (near the end) is your opportunity to address items not on the
regular agenda. 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.
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 Carl C. Lagow, Apostolic Pentecostal Church, UPC
Pledge of Allegiance: Brownie Troop #434—Joyce Plants, Leader
Recognition of Week: Mauer Eye Clinic, Dr. Richard C. Mauer
Agenda, as proposed or amended.
Minutes of March 6, 1995 Regular Session as proposed.
Proclamation declaring April 20, 1995 as D.A.R.E. Day.
Proclamation declaring the week of April 22-30, 1995 as Clean-Sweep Week with
Saturday, April 29, 1995 proclaimed as Clean-Sweep Day.
ADJOURNED HEARING
1. "M-2,P" site plan amendment for Eagle Ottawa Tannery generally located north of
the Chicago & North Western Railroad and east of N. Elk Run Road to construct a
57,000 square foot addition to existing tannery plant.
HOLD HEARING.
Motion—to close hearing and receive and file oral and written comments.
Resolution—to approve site plan amendment.
March 13, 1995 Page 2
HEARINGS
2. Rezone from "A-1 " Agricultural District to "M-2,P" Planned Industrial District
property generally surrounding the Waterloo Airport—Waterloo Airport
Commission.
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.
Motion—to adopt ordinance.
3. Rezone from "R-4" Multiple Family Residence District to "C-i " Commercial
District property generally located at 1033 Decathlon Drive to lease a portion of
the building for a television and home entertainment showroom and other future
commercial uses—David Welch.
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.
Motion—to adopt ordinance.
4. Rezone from "R-2" One and Two Family Residence District to "R-4,R-P" Planned
Multiple Family Residence District property generally located on the north end of
Peek Street between North Barclay Street and Hewitt Street to construct an
elderly apartment complex—W.C. Stokes.
Motion—to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing.
HOLD HEARING—Motion to receive and file petition of objection.
Motion—to close hearing and receive and file recommendation of approval of the
Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission subject to conditions 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.
Motion—to adopt ordinance.
March 13, 1995 Page 3
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5. F.Y. 1995 Sidewalk Repair Program - Zone 7, Contract No. 482.
Resolution—to approve communication from City Engineer transmitting
recommendation of award of contract to Suckow Concrete Construction, Inc. of
Hazleton, Iowa in the amount of$96,477. 1 1.
6. F.Y. 1995 Salvaged Asphalt Crushing, Contract No. 484.
Resolution—to approve communication from Assistant City Engineer transmitting
recommendation of award of contract to Kuhlman Construction Company of
Colesburg, Iowa in the amount of $62,920.00.
7. Comprehensive Improvements Assistance Program (CIAP) Grant Project at
Ridgeway Towers Apartments, 225 W. Ridgeway.
Resolution—to approve communication from Housing Director transmitting
recommendation of award of contract to Borwig Building Services of Waterloo,
Iowa in the amount of $123,767.40.
8. Energy Lighting Conservation Program.
Resolution—to approve communication from Building Maintenance transmitting
recommendation of award of contract to 3-E Electrical Engineering Equipment of
Waterloo, Iowa in the amount of $64,360.64.
Motion—to authorize city personnel to complete project.
PETITIONS FROM PUBLIC
9. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request to
sell and convey to the First Church of the Open Bible the triangular shaped
property generally located at the northeasterly corner of W. 7th Street and Bluff
Street for $1.00. Set date of hearing as April 3, 1995.
DOCUMENTS
10. Resolution—to approve communication from City Engineer transmitting an
Application for Use of Highway Right of Way for Utilities Accommodation to
allow TCI of Northern Iowa to bury the current overhead fiber optics and coaxial
cable at the Highway 63 and Ansborough Avenue intersection, together with
recommendation of approval.
11. Comprehensive Improvements Assistance Program (CIAP) Grant Project at
Ridgeway Towers Apartments, 225 W. Ridgeway.
Resolution—to approve Contracts, Bonds and Certificates of Insurance in the
amount of $123,767.40 from Borwig Building Services of Waterloo, Iowa.
12. F.Y. 1995 Salvage Asphalt Crushing, Contract No. 484.
Resolution—to approve Contracts, Bonds and Certificates of Insurance in the
amount of $62,920.00 from Kuhlman Construction Company of Colesburg, Iowa.
March 13, 1995 Page 4
13. Resolution—to approve communication from City Engineer transmitting an
Easement Agreement with the City of Cedar Falls for the purpose of installing
fiber optic transmission lines between UNI and the National Guard facilities near
the Waterloo Airport, together with recommendation of approval of Public Works
Committee.
14. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting a Partial
Release of Real Estate Mortgage Agreement for property located in the First
Addition to Galloway, Waterloo Lot 25, in conjunction with the sale of Disposal
Parcel H, Ansborough Avenue (North).
15. Resolution—to approve agreement with Keith Sandvold for final judgment
responsibility in conjunction with sale of Disposal Parcel H, Ansborough Avenue
(North).
RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED
16. Resolution—to change time of council meeting of March 27, 1995 from 7:00 p.m.
to 4:00 p.m. to allow Mayor Rooff and Council Members to attend Cedar Falls
Council meeting.
17. Resolution—to authorize City Engineer and Assistant City Engineer to be the
delegated city officials to approve Iowa Department of Transportation Application
for Use of Highway Right of Way for Utilities Accommodation.
ORDINANCES TO BE ADOPTED
18. Re-establishment of the Downtown Self-Supported Municipal Improvement
District (SSMID).
Motion—to receive, file, consider and pass for the third time.
Motion—to adopt ordinance.
19. An ordinance rescinding the part of Ordinance No. 4074, adopted on February
20, 1995, regarding the Board of Adjustment: by Repealing Section 2A-49,
Appointment-Membership, of Part XXIII, Board of Adjustment, of the City of
Waterloo, Iowa, Zoning Ordinance No. 2479, as Amended; and Re-enacting the
Original Section 2A-49, Appointment-Membership, of Part XXIII, Board of
Adjustment, of the City of Waterloo, Iowa, Zoning Ordinance No. 2479, as
amended (re-enacting length of term of office to five years).
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.
Motion—to adopt ordinance.
March 13, 1995 Page 5
20. An ordinance amending the 1993 Code of Ordinances of the City of Waterloo,
Iowa, by repealing Section 1, of Article XIV, Inspection Tests and Miscellaneous
Regulations (Part of Section 30-2, Certain Sections Re-enacted), of Chapter 30,
Plumbing; and enacting in lieu thereof a new Section 1 of Article XIV, Inspection
Tests and Miscellaneous Regulations (Part of Section 30-2, Certain Sections Re-
enacted), of Chapter 30, Plumbing (requiring water softener installers to obtain
permits, insurance, inspection, and pay inspection fees).
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.
Motion—to adopt ordinance.
21. An ordinance amending the 1991 Traffic Code by repealing Section 273, No
Parking; and enacting in lieu thereof a new Section, 273, No Parking (parking
between curb line and sidewalk line).
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.
Motion—to adopt ordinance.
BILLS PAYMENT
22. Resolution—to approve Schedule A918, a copy of which is on file in the Clerk's
Office.
NEW BUSINESS
23. Motion—to approve communication from Mayor Rooff transmitting
recommendation of re-appointment of Jim Brekunitch and Cecil Crow to the
Plumbing Code Committee and Examining Board, with term expiration date of
March 1, 1998.
24. Motion—to approve communication from Mayor Rooff transmitting
recommendation of re-appointment of James Volgarino and Renata Sack to the
Design Review Board, with term expiration date of May 7, 1997.
25. Motion—to approve communication from Community Development Administrator
transmitting letter of support to Newberry Library to include Rath Buildings #148
and #149 in the study of potential National Historic Landmark sites, together with
recommendation of approval of Silos and Smokestacks.
26. F.Y. 1995 Concrete and Structure Repair Program, Contract No. 476.
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, etc.
Resolution—to instruct City Clerk to publish notice of plans, specifications, etc.
and taking of bids. Set date of hearing as April 3, 1995.
March 13, 1995 Page 6
27. Traffic Signal Pole Painting, Contract No. 1
Motion—to instruct Superintendent of Traffic Operations to prepare plans,
specifications, form of contract, etc.
Motion—to receive and file plans, specifications, etc.
Resolution—to preliminarily approve plans, specifications, etc.
Resolution—to instruct City Clerk to publish notice of plans, specifications, etc.
and taking of bids. Set date of hearing as April 10, 1995.
Travel Requests
Motion—to approve the following:
28. Bob Stevenson, Administrative Director, to attend 7th Annual Iowa Municipal
Management Institute in Iowa City, Iowa on March 22-24, 1995, with costs not to
exceed $300.00, including the use of city vehicle.
29. Randall Chapman, Steve Frost, David Taylor and Robert Hewitt, Police Officers,
to attend Police K-9 Work Dog Recertification Seminar in Lincoln, Nebraska on
April 24-27, 1995, with costs not to exceed $2,800.00, including the use of city
vehicle.
30. Bernal Koehrsen, Police Chief, to attend TRIAD Strategies to Fight Crime Against
the Elderly Conference in St. Louis, Missouri on April 27-29, 1995, with costs not
to exceed $410.00.
31. Rudy Jones, Contract Compliance Officer; and Mark Boesen, Community
Development Administrator, to attend HUD training on current programs and
initiatives in Des Moines, Iowa on March 29-30, 1995, with costs not to exceed
$104.50 and $164.50 respectively.
32. Mark Boesen, Community Development Administrator; and Rich Earles, Assistant
Community Development Administrator, to attend National Association of
Housing and Redevelopment Officials Training in Burlington, Iowa on April 20-
21, 1995, with costs not to exceed $300.00 and $175.00 respectively.
33. Deborah Collett, Housing Director; Wanda Hill and Julie Snider, Occupancy
Specialists, to attend National Association of Housing and Redevelopment
Officials Training in Burlington, Iowa on April 20-21, 1995, with costs not to
exceed $502.80, including the use of city vehicle.
34. Gail Briddle, Secretary, to attend The Basics of Design Using Desktop Publishing
Seminar in Cedar Rapids, Iowa on April 26, 1995, with costs not to exceed
$146.50, including the use of city vehicle.
35. Dennis Duggan, Assistant Chief; Tom Powers, Lieutenant; Rick Gesie, Fire
Engineer; and Steve Cochran, Paramedic, to attend Hazardous Materials
Conference in Kansas City, Missouri on March 30-April 1, 1995, with costs not to
exceed $515.00 each, including the use of city vehicle.
March 13, 1995 Page 7
36. Six Instructors to instruct a tech level class in Newton, Iowa on March 13-24,
1995, with costs not to exceed $2,282.50.
37. Ned DeBerg, Fire Captain, to attend Fire Command Operations Course in Ames,
Iowa on March 20-25, 1995, with costs not to exceed $370.00, including the use
of city vehicle.
MISCELLANEOUS
Motion to approve the following:
38. Beer License Permit Application
Class B
Byrnes Park Golf Course, 1000 Fletcher Avenue (Seasonal-3/21/95 thru 11/21/95)
(Includes Sunday Sales)
Waterloo Women's Softball, Exchange Park (Seasonal-4/25/95 thru 10/25/95)
(Includes Sunday Sales)
39. Beer License Permit Application
Class C
Jim Lind Standard, 230 E. Ridgeway (Renewal) (Expires 4/6/96) (Includes Sunday
Sales)
40. Beer/Wine License Permit Application
Class C
Family Circle, 1 1 1 W. Ridgeway (Renewal) (Expires 4/6/96) (Includes Sunday
Sales)
41. Cigarette Permit Application
Sam's Club
BONDS
42. Motion—to approve the bonds.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
Motion—to receive and file oral comments.
ADJOURNMENT
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
March 13, 1995 Page 8
MEETINGS
Monday, March 13, 1995
3:45 p.m. - Public Works Committee, Large Conference Room
4:30 p.m. - Building & Grounds Committee, Large Conference Room
5:00 p.m. - Council and Airport Commission Work Session, Large Conference Room
5:45 p.m. - Council Work Session, Large Conference Room
6:00 p.m. - Finance Committee, Large Conference Room
Tuesday, March 14, 1995
7:00 p.m. - Budget Hearing, Council Chambers
CONTRACT PAYMENT SCHEDULE
1. U.S. 218 Northeasterly to Franklin, Arlington to Donald.
Pay construction costs to Iowa Department of Transportation in the total amount
due of$101,313.46.
2. Shaulis Road Prescott Creek Bridge Replacement, BRM-8155(1)-8N-07.
Pay estimate No. 6 to Peterson Contractors in the total amount due of $6,254.03.
3. Shaulis Road Prescott Creek Bridge Replacement, BRM-8155(2)-8N-07.
Pay estimate No. 13 to Peterson Contractors in the total amount due of
$34,497.79.
4. Shaulis Road Reconstruction Project, Phase I, M-6470(5)-81-07.
Pay estimate No. 30 to Peterson Contractors in the total amount due of
$34,259.58.
CITY COUNCIL AND AIRPORT COMMISSION
WORK SESSION
March 13 , 1995
5 : 00 - 5 :45 p.m.
Large Conference Room
Roll Call .
Approval of Agenda, as proposed.
1 . Discussion of Waterloo Airport personnel policies, future
objectives, long range planning with funding, and fire
service .
Adjournment .
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
1 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
March 13 , 1995
5 :45 - 6 : 00 p.m.
Large Conference Room
Roll Call .
Approval of Agenda, as proposed.
1 . Discussion of amendments to Demolition Building Code--
Building Official .
Adjournment .
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
March 9, 1995
4 : 00 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
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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, MARCH 6, 1995
General Rules for Public Participation
1. You may address 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. Keep comments germane and refrain from personal, impertinent or slanderous remarks.
4. The "oral presentations" section of the agenda (near the end) is your opportunity to address items not on the
regular agenda. 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.
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 Thad Thomas, Mt. Carmel Baptist Church
Pledge of Allegiance:
Recognition of Week: Mauer Eye Clinic, Dr. Richard C. Mauer
Agenda, as proposed or amended.
Minutes of February 27, 1995 Regular Session as proposed.
Recognition of firefighters, police and fire dispatchers, city departments and other
agencies from Waterloo and surrounding communities for their efforts during the fire at
Weyerhaeuser Paper Company.
Recognition of Nick Courbat and Mike Schmitz for their promotion to Fire Engineer.
HEARINGS AND BIDS
1. F.Y. 1995 Sidewalk Repair Program - Zone 7, Contract No. 482.
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 the approval 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.
Resolution—to award contract if found to be in order.
March 6, 1995 Page 2
2. Energy Lighting Conservation Program.
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 the approval specifications, form of contract, etc.
Resolution—to authorize to proceed.
Motion—to receive, file and instruct City Clerk to open and read bids and refer to
Building Maintenance.
Resolution—to award contract if found to be in order.
HEARINGS
3. "S-1 " Shopping Center District site plan amendment for Earl May Nursery &
Garden Center located at 2324 Crossroads Boulevard to construct an 8,320
square foot addition to existing building.
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 approve site plan amendment.
4. "M-2,P" site plan amendment for Eagle Ottawa Tannery generally located north of
the Chicago & North Western Railroad and east of N. Elk Run Road to construct a
57,000 square foot addition to existing tannery plant.
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.
DOCUMENTS
5. Resolution—to approve communication from Assistant City Engineer transmitting
an Iowa Department of Transportation Application to Perform Work Within State
Highway Right of Way to allow Allen Health Systems, Inc. to install storm sewer,
sanitary sewer and grading associated with the construction of a Logan Avenue
access road and BV Addition, together with recommendation of approval.
6. Final Plat of Anderson's Second Addition.
Resolution—to approve final plat and necessary documents.
7. Resolution—to approve communication from City Engineer transmitting an
Engineering Services Agreement with Robinson Engineering Company for design
and construction review services in conjunction with F.Y. 1995 Mobile Street
Paving Program, Contract No. 483, together with recommendation of approval.
March 6, 1995 Page 3
8. Resolution—to approve communication from City Planner transmitting a lease
agreement with Greg Azbill for property located at 206 W. Mullan Avenue for an
auto and truck detail shop commonly known as Azzy's Detail Shop, together with
recommendation of approval.
9. Resolution—to approve communication from Police Chief and Fire Chief
transmitting revised 28E Agreement establishing a Consolidated Public Safety
Communications Center, together with recommendation of approval.
10. Motion—to approve communication from City Clerk transmitting request of Park
Commission for an exception to burning of yard waste to burn prairie grass on
property located in the Katoski Greenbelt, north of the shelter on Ridgeway
Drive.
11. Resolution—to approve communication from City Engineer transmitting an
amendment to contract with RUST Environment & Infrastructure for development
of a disposal site grading plan, construction staking and periodic review in
conjunction with the Donald Street Drainage Project, Contract No. 478, together
with recommendation of approval.
RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED
12. Resolution—to set date of hearing as March 14, 1995 on F.Y. 1996 Budget.
BILLS PAYMENT
13. Resolution—to approve Schedule A918, a copy of which is on file in the Clerk's
Office.
NEW BUSINESS
14. Resolution—to approve communication from Superintendent of Traffic Operations
transmitting recommendation to re-install a street light in the 3500 block of
Dewitt Road.
15. Motion—to approve communication from Mayor Rooff transmitting
recommendation of appointment of Eric Branson to the Civil Service Commission,
with term expiration date of April 1, 2000.
16. Motion—to approve communication from Mayor Rooff transmitting
recommendation of appointment of Rich Penn, George Scully, DeWayne Wessels
and Scott Jordan (council representative) to the Waterloo Redevelopment
Authority, with term expiration date of October 13, 1997.
17. Motion—to approve communication from Mayor Rooff transmitting
recommendation of appointment of Henry Bevel to the Board of Adjustment, with
term expiration date of December 8, 1997.
March 6, 1995 Page 4
18. Motion—to approve communication from Mayor Rooff transmitting
recommendation of re-appointment of Michael Broshar, Earl Spencer, Gary
Iverson and Martha Maxon to the Historic Preservation Commission, with term
expiration date of April 7, 1997.
19. Motion—to approve 3 percent wage increase for non-bargaining employees,
effective July 1, 1995, excluding Department Heads who are subject to a
performance evaluation.
Travel Requests
Motion—to approve the following:
20. Dave Boesen, Medical Officer, to attend Fire Arson Investigation Course in
Emmitsburg, Maryland on April 3 - 14, 1995, with costs not to exceed $177.00.
21. Donald Temeyer, City Planner, to attend American Institute of Architects
Designing on the Edge Seminar Planning the Post-Industrial Community in Des
Moines, Iowa on March 30-31, 1995, with costs not to exceed $175.00, including
the use of city vehicle.
22. Sang-Ki Han, Assistant City Attorney, to attend Government Practice Section
Seminar in Des Moines, Iowa on March 31, 1995, with costs not to exceed
$141.50.
MISCELLANEOUS
Motion to approve the following:
23. Beer License Permit Application
Class C
Crawford's Laundromat, 523 Logan Avenue (Renewal) (Expires 9/7/95)
24. Beer/Liquor License Permit Application
Class C
Babe's Tap, 210 Division Street (Renewal) (Expires 3/15/96)
Lone Star Steak House & Saloon, 4045 Hammond Avenue (Renewal) (Expires
3/11/96) (Includes Sunday Sales)
BONDS
25. Motion—to approve the bonds.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
Motion—to receive and file oral comments.
March 6, 1995 Page 5
ADJOURNMENT
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
MEETINGS
Monday, March 6, 1995
3:00 p.m. - Human Resources Committee, Large Conference Room
3:15 p.m. - Public Works Committee, Large Conference Room
4:15 p.m. - Council Work Session, Large Conference Room
4:30 p.m. - Council Work Session, Large Conference Room
5:00 p.m. - Council Work Session, Large Conference Room
6:00 p.m. - Finance Committee, Large Conference Room
PUBLIC INFORMATION
1. Waterloo Human Rights Commission minutes of October 6, 1994, November 3,
1994, December 1, 1994 and January 12, 1995 on file in the City Clerk's office.
2. Community Development Board minutes of January 17, 1995 on file in the City
Clerk's office.
3. Civil Service Commission minutes of January 31, 1995 on file in the City Clerk's
office.
4. Certification list for the position of Financial Analyst, as certified by the Civil
Service Commission on March 1, 1995.
5. Certification list for the position of Arena Coordinator - Young Arena, as certified
by the Civil Service Commission on March 1, 1995.
6. Board of Waterloo Water Works Trustees minutes of February 22, 1995 on file in
the City Clerk's office.
CONTRACT PAYMENT SCHEDULE
1. Sixth Street Extension, Phase 1, West, HDP-9107(003)-79-07.
Pay Estimate No. 56 to Cedar Valley Corporation in the total amount due of
$322,329.85.
2. Sixth Street Extension, Phase I, East, 1X-6604(1)-79-07.
Pay estimate No. 39 to RUST Environment & Infrastructure in the total amount
due of $7,028.01.
3. Wastewater Satellite Water Pollution Control Facilities.
Pay engineering services to RUST Environment & Infrastructure in the total
amount due of $272,410.48.
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
March 6, 1995
5 : 00 - 6 : 00 p.m.
Large Conference Room
Roll Call .
Approval of Agenda, as proposed.
1 . Discussion of F.Y. 1996 Budget .
Adjournment .
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
March 6, 1995
4 : 15 - 4 :30 p.m.
Large Conference Room
Roll Call .
Approval of Agenda, as proposed.
1 . Discussion of large item pick-up.
Adjournment .
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
March 6, 1995
4 : 30 - 5 : 00 p.m.
Large Conference Room
Roll Call .
Approval of Agenda, as proposed.
1 . Discussion of amendments to Chapter 14 of the Code of
Ordinances to adopt the 1994 Edition of the Uniform Fire
Code, Life Safety Code, Fire Prevention Code and Uniform
Building Code--Fire Chief .
2 . Discussion of amendments to Chapter 9 of the Code of
Ordinances to adopt 1994 Edition of the Uniform Building
Code and amendments--Building Official .
Adjournment .
Susan Fangman
City Clerk
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
March 2, 1995
4 : 00 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