HomeMy WebLinkAbout04. April Council Work Session
April 27, 2006
8:00 a.m.
Council Chambers
Roll Call.
Approval of Agenda, as proposed or amended.
1. Discussion of weekly council agenda and informational meeting.
Motion—to adjourn.
Nancy Eckert
City Clerk
COUNCIL WORK SESSION
April 24, 2006
5:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
Roll Call.
Approval of Agenda, as amended.
1. Review of proposed CDBG and HOME Program budgets for the FY2007 Consolidated
Plan—Community Development Director.
ADJOURNMENT
Nancy Eckert
City Clerk
Council Work Session
April 20, 2006
8:00 a.m.
Council Chambers
Roll Call.
Approval of Agenda, as proposed or amended.
1. Discussion of weekly council agenda and informational meeting.
Motion—to adjourn.
Nancy Eckert
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, 5:30 P.M.
MONDAY, APRIL 17, 2006
CITY OF WATERLOO
GOALS
1. Enhance the economic well-being of Waterloo by emphasizing economic development as
the top priority for the City Council, resulting in an expanded tax base and increased
population.
2. Continue to support implementation of the Downtown Master Plan.
3. Facilitate the development of housing options to meet the needs of current and future
Waterloo citizens.
4. Develop a customer-centered service delivery approach.
5. Adopt the International Property Maintenance Code to improve the health, safety and
appearance of the City.
6. Seek additional opportunities to share services and resources with other government
entities.
7. Work toward lowering the overall property tax rate for Waterloo.
8. Enhance and protect a diverse,family-oriented community where neighborhoods are safe
and well maintained.
General Rules for Public Participation
1. You may address anti 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 is your opportunity to address items not on the agenda. A
speaker may 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.
Moment of Silence.
Pledge of Allegiance: Boy Scout Troop 2—Westminster Presbyterian Church
Agenda, as proposed or amended.
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Minutes of April 10, 2006, Regular Session, as proposed.
Proclamation declaring April 2006 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Proclamation declaring April 17-23, 2006 as National Community Development Week.
1. Consent Agenda: (The following items will be acted upon by voice vote on a single
motion without separate discussion, unless someone from the council or public
requests that a specific item be considered separately.)
a. Resolution to approve the following:
1. Resolution-to approve Bills Payment, Schedule AP640, a copy of which is on file
in the City Clerk's office.
2. Resolution-to approve communication from City Engineer transmitting request of
Craig Timmer for a waiver for a concrete driveway to be located at 1004 Gilbert
Street, together with recommendation of approval.
3. Resolution-to approve communication from City Engineer transmitting request of
Douglas King for a waiver for a concrete driveway to be located at 1121 Ann
Street, together with recommendation of approval.
4. Resolution-to approve communication from Police Chief transmitting request of the
Waterloo Memorial Board to conduct the annual Memorial Day Parade on May 29,
2006, with parade starting at 10:30 a.m. from the Wells Fargo parking lot at West
Sixth and Commercial to Park Avenue, across the river to Mulberry Street to 5th
Street and back to Memorial Hall.
5. Resolution-to approve communication from City Clerk transmitting request of
Thomas W. Abbas to burn approximately 1/2 acre of prairie grass located adjacent
to their property at 2048 Grand Boulevard from April 18-May 1, 2006, together
with recommendation of approval of the Fire Chief, Leisure Services Director and
Superintendent of Waste Management Services.
6. Resolution-to approve communication from City Clerk transmitting request of Mr.
and Mrs. Bill Dedic to burn approximately two acres of prairie grass located
behind 2761 and 2767 Deere Road bordering Black Hawk Creek from mid April
to mid-May 2006, together with recommendation of approval of Fire Chief, Leisure
Services Director and Superintendent of Waste Management Services.
b. Motion-to approve the following:
1. Preston Daniels,former Mayor of Des Moines, to present a workshop for Fair
Housing Month on April 21, 2006, with costs not to exceed $1,250.00.
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2. Darryl Hartema, Mechanic; and Mike Jenn, Fire Captain; to deliver Platform 311
for refurbishment to Weyauwega, Wisconsin on April 4, 2006, with costs not to
exceed $450.00.
3. Jim Bartlett, Police Investigator; Todd Wilson Civilian Planner; and Black Hawk
County Deputy Sheriff Teisinger to attend Surveillance Equipment School in
Webster City, Iowa on April 24-27, 2006, with costs not to exceed $370.30,
including use of city vehicle.
4. John Beckman, Police Captain; and Tim Pillack, Police Captain; to attend Iowa
Chapter of the FBI National Academy Associates Spring Training Conference in
Sioux City, Iowa on April 26-28, 2006, with costs not to exceed $342.70,
including use of city vehicle.
5. Greg Fangman, Police Sergeant; Chris Gergan, Police Officer; and Dave
McFarland, Police Officer; to attend Annual K-9 Narcotics certification in Sioux
City, Iowa on April 30-May 2, 2006, with costs not to exceed $1,150.00, including
use of city vehicle.
6. Carrol Kienol, Police Lieutenant; Dave Mohlis, Police Sergeant; and Willie Keller,
School Resource Officer; to attend Midwest Association of Technical Accident
Investigators Conference in Kansas City, Missouri on June 11-15, 2006, with
costs not to exceed $1,840.27, including use of city vehicle.
c. Beer License Permit Application
Class C
Cork's Grocery, 1956 Lafayette Street (Renewal) (Expires 4/30/07) (Includes
Sunday Sales)
d. Beer License Permit Application
Class B
Lost Island Waterpark, Inc., 2225 E. Shaulis Road (Renewal) (6 months-5/1/06-
11/1/06) (Includes Sunday Sales)
e. Beer/Wine License Permit Application
Special Class C
Main Street Waterloo, Lincoln Park (Renewal) (6 months-5/1/06- 11/1/06)
f Beer/Liquor License Permit Application
Class C
A.J.'s Eatery & Spirits, 1415 E. San Martian Drive (Renewal) (Expires 4/21/07)
(Includes Sunday Sales)
Flirt's Gentlemen's Club, 319 Jefferson Street (Renewal) (Expires 4/30/07) (Includes
Sunday Sales)
Jet Lounge, 451-453 W. Parker Street (Renewal) (Expires 4/14/07) (Includes
Sunday Sales)
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g. Outdoor Service Area Application
Lost Island Waterpark, Inc., 2225 E. Shaulis Road
Main Street Waterloo, Lincoln Park
h. Outdoor Café Application
Jameson's, 310 East 4th Street
i. Bonds.
HEARINGS AND BIDS
2. F.Y. 2006 E. San Marnan Drive Paving Improvements -Penneys St. to LaPorte
Road, Contract No. 698.
Motion-to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing.
Motion-to set a new date of hearing and bid opening as May 8, 2006.
HEARINGS
3. Rezone from "R-3" Multiple Residence District to "R-4,C-Z" Conditional Multiple
Residence District property generally located at the northwest intersection of Reber
Avenue and Euclid Avenue to allow professional office and neighborhood
commercial use in an existing legal non-conforming commercial building—Jean
Merrick.
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
Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission and oral and written comments.
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.
4. Rezone from "C-2" Commercial District, "C-3" Commercial District and "M-1" Light
Industrial District to "R-4,R-P"Planned Multiple Residence District and "C-P"
Planned Commercial District property generally located in the 900 block of Water
Street for the purpose of development of the Water Street Flats and Rowhouses—
Cedar Valleu Restoration and Development LLC.
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
Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission and oral and written comments.
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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5 Rezone from "R-2" One and Two Family Residence District to "R-3,R-P"Planned
Multiple Residence District property generally located along Cottage Grove Avenue
in the proposed Scotch Grove Addition for the purpose of development of seven 8-
plex condos as well as approximately 31 one and two family dwellings—M.E.N.D.
L.L.C.
Motion-to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing.
HOLD HEARING—Motion to receive and file petition of opposition.
Motion-to close hearing and receive and file recommendation of approval of
Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission and oral and written comments.
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.
PETITIONS FROM PUBLIC
6. Resolution-to approve communication from Senior Planner transmitting request of
Brian Tressler to rezone from "C-1" Commercial District to "C-1,C Z" Conditional
Zoning Commercial District property generally located at 956-958 West Parker for
the purpose of legalizing an auto sales with incidental repair shop and taxi
business, together with recommendation of approval of Planning, Programming and
Zoning Commission. Set date of hearing as May 8, 2006.
7. Resolution-to approve communication from Senior Planner transmitting request of
Grace Elliott for a site plan amendment to the "R-3,R-P"Planned Residence District
for property generally located at 3216 Thistledown Drive and 5309-5311 Blue
Bonnet Drive for the construction of a 26'x 62'garage, a 26'x 26'garage and two
small sheds for the senior housing complex, together with recommendation of
approval of Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission. Set date of hearing
as May 8, 2006.
DOCUMENTS
8. Preliminary Plat of Crossroads Estates Replat.
Resolution-to approve preliminary plat and necessary documents.
9. Preliminary Plat of Heartland Heights Addition.
Resolution-to approve preliminary plat and necessary documents.
10. Resolution-to approve communication from City Planner transmitting one-year
agreement with Willard Frost to lease at no cost approximately 20 acres of land
generally located at the southwest corner of Bishop Avenue and Martin Luther King
Jr. Drive.
11. Resolution-to approve communication from City Planner transmitting Supplemental
Development Agreement with Josh Beckner and Brooke Radostits for
redevelopment of their condominium located in the former Winterbottom Supply
building at 25 Westfield Avenue, with a minimum assessment of$133,600.00.
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12. Resolution-to approve communication from Community Planning & Development
Director transmitting agreement with Cedar Valley Restoration and Development for
the use of 820 Sycamore Street for$1.00 for a few months.
13. 2006 Right-of-Way Mowing.
Resolution-to approve communication from Leisure Services Director transmitting
Contracts, Bonds and Certificates of Insurance from Professional Lawn Care,
L.L.C.
14. 2006 Right-of-Way Mowing.
Resolution-to approve communication from Leisure Services Director transmitting
Contracts, Bonds and Certificates of Insurance from B&B Lawn Care Inc.
15. Resolution-to approve communication from Associate Engineer transmitting Notice
of Intent for NPDES Coverage Under General Permit with Iowa Department of
Natural Resources in conjunction with F.Y. 2006 VGM Expansion Entrance Road,
Contract No. 704.
16. Resolution-to approve communication from Community Planning & Development
Director transmitting request to purchase abandoned rail line from Union Pacific
Railroad at a cost of$18,345.25, plus $2,000.00 for incidentals as part of the
redevelopment of the Eastside Housing Project.
17. Resolution-to approve communication from Human Resources Director transmitting
three-year bargaining agreement with Waterloo Police Protective Association.
18. Resolution-to approve communication from Human Resources Director transmitting
three-year bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 238.
19. Resolution-to approve communication from Human Resources Director transmitting
three-year bargaining agreement with International Association of Fire Fighters
Local No. 66.
20. Resolution-to approve communication from Human Resources Director transmitting
three-year bargaining agreement with Municipal Employees Local Union No. 353.
21. Resolution-to approve communication from Human Resources Director transmitting
three-year bargaining agreement with Communications Workers of America Local
No. 7175.
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22. Resolution-to approve communication from Human Resources Director transmitting
Memorandum of Understanding with Communications Workers of America Local
No. 7175, International Association of Firefighters Local No. 66, Municipal
Employees Local Union No. 353, Teamsters Local No. 238 and Waterloo Police
Protective Association to implement a direct deposit system for employee payroll
checks by July 1, 2007.
23. Center For The Arts Youth Pavilion Project
Motion-to approve communication from Director of Cultural &Arts Commission
transmitting Change Order No. 2 for a net decrease in the amount of$3,107.00 for
work performed by Cardinal Construction.
RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED
24. Resolution-to designate National Community Development Week as April 17-23,
2006 to commemorate the Community Development Block Grant Program.
Motion-to consider and pass for the second and third times and adopt ordinance.
NEW BUSINESS
25. Resolution-to approve communication from Community Development Director
transmitting proposed funding recommendations for the FY2007 One Year Action
Plan - Community Development Block Grant and HOME Program Funds. Set date
of hearing as April 24, 2007.
26. Resolution-to approve communication from Senior Planner transmitting request to
rezone from "C-P"Planned Commercial District to "C-3" Commercial District
property generally located between the Cedar River and Jefferson Street, between
West 5th Street and West 6th Street, the northerly corner of West 5th Street and
Jefferson and the easterly corner of West 6th Street and Commercial Street,
together with recommendation of approval of Planning, Programming and Zoning
Commission. Set date of hearing as May 8, 2006.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
Motion-to receive and file oral comments.
ADJOURNMENT
Nancy Eckert, CMC
City Clerk
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MEETINGS
Monday, April 17, 2006
4:45 p.m. -Public Safety Committee, Council Chambers
4:50 p.m. -Human Resources Committee, Council Chambers
4:55 p.m. -Public Works Committee, Council Chambers
5:00 p.m. - Finance Committee, Council Chambers
PUBLIC INFORMATION
1. Communication from Leisure Services Director transmitting resignation of Scott
Schmitt, Park Maintenance II-Forestry, effective March 31, 2006, together with
recommendation of payment of$2,134.08 for unused vacation time and sick pay.
2. Black Hawk County Criminal Justice Information System Board of Director minutes
of March 1, 2006 on file in the City Clerk's office.
3. Black Hawk Consolidated Public Safety Communications Center Board minutes of
March 1, 2006 on file in the City Clerk's office.
4. Black Hawk County 911 Board minutes of March 1, 2006 on file in the City Clerk's
office.
5. Waterloo Public Library Board of Trustees minutes of February 13, 2006 and
March 21, 2006 on file in the City Clerk's office.
CONTRACT PAYMENT SCHEDULE
1. Ansborough Avenue Interchange with U.S. Highway 20, Contract No. 667.
Pay estimate No. 1 to Earth Tech in the total amount due of$4,494.95.
2. East Side Sanitary Sewer Interceptor, Contract No. 707.
Pay estimate No. 2 to Earth Tech in the total amount due of$5,227.51.
3. East Side Sanitary Sewer Interceptor, Contract No. 707.
Pay final payment to Earth Tech in the total amount due of$1,211.86.
Council Work Session
April 13, 2006
8:00 a.m.
Council Chambers
Roll Call.
Approval of Agenda, as proposed or amended.
1. Discussion of weekly council agenda and informational meeting.
Motion—to adjourn.
Nancy Eckert
City Clerk
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATERLOO,
IOWA, REGULAR SESSION TO BE HELD AT THE
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 5:30 P.M.
MONDAY, APRIL 10, 2006
CITY OF WATERLOO
GOALS
1. Enhance the economic well-being of Waterloo by emphasizing economic development as
the top priority for the City Council, resulting in an expanded tax base and increased
population.
2. Continue to support implementation of the Downtown Master Plan.
3. Facilitate the development of housing options to meet the needs of current and future
Waterloo citizens.
4. Develop a customer-centered service delivery approach.
5. Adopt the International Property Maintenance Code to improve the health, safety and
appearance of the City.
6. Seek additional opportunities to share services and resources with other government
entities.
7. Work toward lowering the overall property tax rate for Waterloo.
8. Enhance and protect a diverse,family-oriented community where neighborhoods are safe
and well maintained.
General Rules for Public Participation
1. You may address any 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 is your opportunity to address items not on the agenda. A
speaker may 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.
Moment of Silence.
Pledge of Allegiance: Councilperson Bob Greenwood.
Agenda, as proposed or amended.
April 10, 2006
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Minutes of April 3, 2006, Regular Session, as proposed.
1. Consent Agenda: (The following items will be acted upon by voice vote on a single
motion without separate discussion, unless someone from the council or public
requests that a specific item be considered separately.)
a. Resolution to approve the following:
1. Resolution-to approve Bills Payment, Schedule AP640, a copy of which is on file
in the City Clerk's office.
2. Resolution-to approve communication from Police Chief transmitting request of
Director of Development for Special Olympics Iowa to hold The Law Enforcement
Torch Run Final Leg on June 27, 2006 for the Special Olympics National Games,
starting at 8:10 a.m. at the Super Target parking lot, along San Martian Drive
frontage road to Covenant Medical Hospital.
3. Resolution-to approve communication from Police Chief transmitting request of
Cool 105.7 Radio to hold the 4th Street Cruise on May 27, 2006 from 12:00 noon
to 4:00 p.m., with cars from the east side traveling from Mulberry Street across
the river on Fourth Street to Jefferson Street and returning on Park Avenue back
to Mulberry Street and cars from the west side traveling from Jefferson Street
across the river on Fourth Street to Mulberry and returning to Jefferson on Fifth
Street.
4. Resolution-to approve communication from City Clerk transmitting request of John
Deere Product Engineering Center to burn approximately 40 acres of prairie grass
located on the corner of Cedar Heights Drive and Ridgeway Avenue during the
time period of April 15-May 15, 2006, together with recommendation of approval
of the Fire Chief, Leisure Services Director and Superintendent of Waste
Management Services.
b. Motion-to approve the following:
1. Communication from Mayor Hurley transmitting recommendation of
reappointment of the following to the Cultural and Arts Commission: Marilyn
DeKoster, with term expiration date of March 1, 2008; Barb Heitzman, with term
expiration of March 1, 2009; Rose Middleton and Mary Ann Burk, with term
expiration of March 1, 2008; Susie Heaton, Tom Langlas and Karol Hoth, with
term expiration date of March 1, 2009.
2. Rich Carter and Michael McNamee, Police Lieutenants, to attend Amber Alert
Leadership for Missing Children Course in Minneapolis, Minnesota on May 16-17,
2006, with costs not to exceed $430.00, including use of city vehicle.
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3. Dan Youngblood, Chief Combination Inspector, to attend the Electrical Inspection
-Residential and Commercial Seminar in Madison, Wisconsin on May 9-12,
2006, with costs not to exceed $1,373.00, including use of city vehicle.
4. Bob Walker, Building Inspector, to attend The Electrical Inspection -Residential
and Commercial Seminar in Madison, Wisconsin on May 9-12, 2006, with costs
not to exceed $1,423.00, including use of city vehicle.
c. Beer License Permit Application
Class C
Holiday Stationstore, 3260 University Avenue (Renewal) (Expires 5/4/07) (Includes
Sunday Sales)
d. Beer/Liquor License Permit Application
Class C
Pier 11 Club, 118 East 11 th Street (New) (Expires 4/14/07) (Includes Sunday Sales)
e. Fireworks Display Application
Waterloo Jaycees Fireworks Festival on July 1, 2006
f Bonds.
HEARINGS
2. Vacation of a portion of public East 7th Street generally located between Sycamore
Street and Water Street and a portion of public Water Street generally located
between the main track of the Union Pacific Railroad and East 8th Street as part of
the development of the Water Street Flats and Rowhouses Riverfront Housing
Project.
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 the rules.
Motion-to consider and pass for the second and third times and adopt ordinance.
3. Vacation of a portion of John Street generally located off E. Parker Street east of
Highway 63.
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 writt
en comments
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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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4. Vacation, sale and conveyance for$1.00 an alley generally located between West
4th and West 5th Streets, north of Bluff Street and rescind Resolution No. 2005-
606—James H. Slife.
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.
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.
Resolution-to authorize said sale and conveyance.
5. Acquisition from Stevens Family Trust and sale and conveyance to James H. Slife
for $1.00 a lot formerly known as the Devil's Den property generally located along
West 4th Street, north of Bluff Street and rescind Resolution Nos. 2004-104 and
2004-182.
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 acquisition and sale and conveyance.
6. Development agreement to sell and convey for$1.00 property generally located
between West 4th and West 5th Streets, north of Bluff Street to build a 9,600 sq.ft.
addition to Pioneer Graphics, with a minimum assessment of$500,000.00 until
December 31, 2020 and 100 percent tax rebates for eight years and rescind
Resolution Nos. 2004-181 and 2004-365—James H. Slife.
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 development agreement.
Resolution-to authorize said sale and conveyance.
PETITIONS FROM PUBLIC
7. Resolution-to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request of
Lynn Piper to vacate, sell and convey for$8,194.50 portions of Hallowell Road and
Willow Street adjacent to 502 Hallowell Road. Set date of hearing as April 24,
2006.
8. Resolution-to approve communication from City Planner transmitting request of
Gary W. and Caroline C. Wendel (Chase Auto) to vacate, sell and convey for
$4,400.00 a portion of Lowell Avenue, alley and area near the levee system
generally located between Mitchell and Easton Avenues. Set date of hearing as
April 24, 2006.
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9. Resolution-to approve communication from Andrew Lusson, owner of KW Paintball,
Inc. requesting a variance to Section 5-2-6 of the Waterloo Code of Ordinances,
which prohibits discharging of firearms and discharging and possessing air rifles
and similar devices within the city, to allow a paintball playing facility south of
2570 WCF&N Drive.
DOCUMENTS
10. Resolution-to approve communication from Associate Engineer transmitting
agreement with Iowa Department of Transportation for Surface Transportation
Program (STP)funds in the amount of$50,000.00, with city match of$31,080.00
in conjunction with F.Y. 2006 M.L. King Jr. Drive Recreation Trail Head, Contract
No. 709.
Delete 11. Resolution-to approve communication from City Planner transmitting supplemental
development agreement with Josh Beckner and Brooke Radostits for
redevelopment of their condominium located in the former Winterbottom Supply
building at 25 Westfield Avenue, with a minimum assessment of$133,600.00.
12. Resolution-to approve communication from Community Planning and Development
Director transmitting agreement with Richard F. Warren &Associates at a cost of
$30,000.00 to seek funding up to $700,000.00 through the federal Office of
Community Services Discretionary Grant Program to be used for redevelopment of
the Logan Plaza retail area.
13. Resolution-to approve communication from Superintendent of Traffic Operation
transmitting recommendation to accept low bid in the amount of$21,028.95 from
Radio Communications Inc. of Waterloo, Iowa for San Marnan Traffic Monitoring
System/Hammond Avenue intersection and approval of contract.
14. F.Y. 2006 East Side Sanitary Sewer Interceptor, Contract No. 707.
Resolution-to approve communication from Associate Engineer transmitting
Contracts, Bonds and Certificates of Insurance in the amount of$572,993.00 from
Van Hauen &Associates, Inc. of Waterloo, Iowa.
RESOLUTIONS TO BE ADOPTED
15. Resolution-to cancel July 3, 2006 council meeting due to the Fourth of July holiday.
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16. Resolution-to set date of hearing as April 24, 2006 on the proposal to reallocate
$40,000.00 of interest earnings on unspent proceeds of the General Obligation
Bonds, Taxable Series 2004 B, to be used for costs of consulting services and
other preliminary costs associated with securing grant funding to assist in the
redevelopment of the Logan Plaza area.
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NEW BUSINESS
17. Resolution-to approve communication from Superintendent of Streets transmitting
request to seek bids for various asphalt emulsions/bituminous products for
upcoming Oiling, Seal Coating, Chip Sealing, Fog Sealing, Crack Sealing and oil
patch material programs.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
Motion-to receive and file oral comments.
Motion-to adjourn to Executive Session.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. Discussion of acquisition of property generally located at the corner of East 8th and
Sycamore Streets, pursuant to Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(j)(2005).
2. Discussion of acquisition of property generally located at Jefferson Street and West
Park Avenue, pursuant to Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(j)(2005).
Motion-to adjourn Executive Session.
ADJOURNMENT
Nancy Eckert, CMC
City Clerk
MEETINGS
Monday, April 10, 2006
4:35 p.m. -Public Safety Committee, Council Chambers
4:40 p.m. -Boards and Commission, Council Chambers
4:45 p.m. -Public Works Committee, Council Chambers
4:50 p.m. -Building and Grounds Committee, Council Chambers
5:00 p.m. -Finance Committee, Council Chambers
PUBLIC INFORMATION
1. Communication from Police Chief transmitting appointment of Deb Rosol to the
position of Evidence/Property Technician effective April 10, 2006.
2. Communication from Fire Chief transmitting termination of Cheryl Ritz,
Administrative Aide, effective April 7, 2006, together with recommendation of
payment of$1,721.48 for unused vacation pay and sick time.
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3. Waterloo Enterprise Zone Commission minutes of June 15, 2005 on file in the City
Clerk's office.
4. Hwy 218 Design Review Board minutes of March 7, 2006 on file in the City Clerk's
office.
5. Civil Service Commission minutes of February 20, 2006 on file in the City Clerk's
office.
6. Waterloo Commission on Human Rights minutes of February 8, 2006 on file in the
City Clerk's office.
CONTRACT PAYMENT SCHEDULE
1. Satellite Interceptor Corrosion Inhibition Program, Contract No. 652.
Pay estimate No. 19 to Municipal Pipe Tool Co. in the total amount due of
$31,299.67.
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
April 10, 2006
4:40—4:45 p.m.
Council Chambers
Roll Call: Members: Chairperson Bob Greenwood
Eric Gunderson
Harold Getty
Approval of Agenda, as proposed.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Approval of Mayor Hurley's recommendation of reappointment of the following to the
Cultural and Arts Commission: Marilyn DeKoster, with term expiration date of March 1,
2008; Barb Heitzman, with term expiration of March 1, 2009; Rose Middleton and Mary
Ann Burk, with term expiration of March 1, 2008; Susie Heaton, Tom Langlas and Karol
Hoth, with term expiration date of March 1, 2009.
ADJOURNMENT
Nancy Eckert
City Clerk
Council Work Session
April 6, 2006
8:00 a.m.
Council Chambers
Roll Call.
Approval of Agenda, as proposed or amended.
1. Discussion of weekly council agenda and informational meeting.
Motion—to adjourn.
Nancy Eckert
City Clerk
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATERLOO,
IOWA, REGULAR SESSION TO BE HELD AT THE
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 5:30 P.M.
MONDAY, APRIL 3, 2006
CITY OF WATERLOO
GOALS
1. Enhance the economic well-being of Waterloo by emphasizing economic development as
the top priority for the City Council, resulting in an expanded tax base and increased
population.
2. Continue to support implementation of the Downtown Master Plan.
3. Facilitate the development of housing options to meet the needs of current and future
Waterloo citizens.
4. Develop a customer-centered service delivery approach.
5. Adopt the International Property Maintenance Code to improve the health, safety and
appearance of the City.
6. Seek additional opportunities to share services and resources with other government
entities.
7. Work toward lowering the overall property tax rate for Waterloo.
8. Enhance and protect a diverse,family-oriented community where neighborhoods are safe
and well maintained.
General Rules for Public Participation
1. You may address any 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 is your opportunity to address items not on the agenda. A
speaker may 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.
Moment of Silence.
Pledge of Allegiance: Councilperson Eric Gunderson
Agenda, as proposed or amended.
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Minutes of March 27, 2006, Regular Session, as proposed.
1. Consent Agenda: (The following items will be acted upon by voice vote on a single
motion without separate discussion, unless someone from the council or public
requests that a specific item be considered separately.)
a. Resolution to approve the following:
1. Resolution-to approve Bills Payment, Schedule AP640, a copy of which is on file
in the City Clerk's office.
2. Resolution-to approve communication from City Engineer transmitting request of
James Smith for a waiver for a concrete driveway to be located at 305 Hallowell
Road, together with recommendation of approval.
b. Motion to approve the following:
1. Communication from Mayor Hurley transmitting recommendation of appointment
of John Blitsch to the Civil Service Commission, with term expiration date of April
1, 2010.
2. Communication from Superintendent of Traffic Operations transmitting
recommendation of appointment of Tina Schellhorn to the position of Maintenance
Electrician, effective April 10, 2006.
3. Dave Bovy, Police Officer, to attend Accident Investigation School at the Nebraska
Law Enforcement Training Center on April 16-21, 2006, with costs not to exceed
$275.00, including use of city vehicle.
4. Robert Hewitt and Sue Holms, Police Sergeants, to attend Investigative Strategies
for Missing & Abducted Children in Chicago, Illinois on April 23-28, 2006, with
costs not to exceed $920.00, including use of city vehicle.
5. Brent Cirksena, Police Lieutenant; and Corbin Payne, Police Sergeant; to attend
Tactical Procurement Midwest Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana on April 9-12,
2006, with costs not to exceed $1,000.65, including use of city vehicle.
c. Beer License Permit Application
Class B
South Hills Golf Course, 1830 East Shaulis Road (Renewal) (Expires 3/31/07)
(Includes Sunday Sales)
All Golf Center, 1850 West Ridgeway Avenue (Renewal) (Expires 4/15/07) (Includes
Sunday Sales)
d. Outdoor Service Area Application
South Hills Golf Course, 1830 East Shaulis Road
All Golf Center, 1850 West Ridgeway Avenue
April 3, 2006
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e. Bonds.
HEARINGS
2. Refurbishment of Platform 311 at a cost not to exceed $151,316.00.
Motion-to receive and file proof of publication of notice
HOLD HEARING—No objections on file. of public hearing.
Motion-to close hearing and receive and file oral and written comments
Resolution-to authorize said repairs.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
3. Chemical Feed System for Biosolids Filter Building Operations at Easton Avenue
Wastewater Treatment Facility.
Resolution-to approve communication from Superintendent of Waste Management
Services transmitting recommendation of award of contract in the amount of
$82,0000.00 to Vessco, Inc. of Ames, Iowa.
4. Demolition of Homes at 4040 Ansborough Avenue and 4104 Ansborough Avenue,
Contract No. 142-D-GO-02-24-06-VGM.
Resolution-to approve communication from Contracts and Grants Coordinator
transmitting recommendation of award of contract in the amount of$24,199.04 to
Central States Contracting of Waterloo, Iowa.
5. Purchase of Eight Patrol Cars.
Resolution-to approve communication from Superintendent of Central Garage
transmitting recommendation of award of contract in the amount of$165,518.00 to
Dewey Ford of Des, Moines, Iowa.
DOCUMENTS
6. Demolition of Homes at 4040 Ansborough Avenue and 4104 Ansborough Avenue,
Contract No. 142-D-GO-02-24-06-VGM.
Resolution-to approve communication from Contracts and Grants Coordinator
transmitting contract in the amount of$24,199.04 with Central States Contracting
of Waterloo, Iowa.
7. Resolution-to approve communication from Senior Planner transmitting request of
Tim Gilliam for tax exemptions totaling $170,000.00 for 127 Sabrina Circle located
in the Consolidated Urban Revitalization Area, together with recommendation of
approval.
8. Resolution-to approve communication from Senior Planner transmitting request of
Larry Nelson for tax exemptions totaling $20,000.00 for 716 West 8th Street located
in the Consolidated Urban Revitalization Area, together with recommendation of
approval.
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April 3, 2006
9. Resolution-to approve communication from Assistant City Engineer transmitting
Construction Plans for 2006 Trent Lane Sanitary Sewer Extension, as submitted by
Claassen Engineering and Surveying of Waterloo, Iowa, and Sewage Treatment
Agreement with Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
10. Resolution-to approve communication from Associate Engineer transmitting
Professional Services Agreement with Earth Tech, Inc. of Waterloo, Iowa in an
amount not to exceed $1,617,500.00 in conjunction with U.S. Highway 63
Improvements (U.S. Hwy 218 to Donald Street), NHSX-63-6(69)-07.
11. Resolution-to approve communication from Police Chief transmitting application
with the Governor's Office of Drug Control Policy for FFY 2006 Justice Assistance
Grant in an amount of$590,349.00, with city's portion of$319,843.00 and
required match of$79,961.00.
12. Resolution-to approve communication from Fire Chief transmitting agreement with
Allamakee County to be a member of the Northeast Iowa Response Group.
NEW BUSINESS
13. Resolution-to approve communication from General Manager of the Waterloo Water
Works transmitting request to certify the amount of$3,057.00 for work performed
by the Water Works at 306 Charles Street, together with recommendation of
approval of Waterloo Water Works Board of Trustees.
14. Replacement of Voice Mail Systems at City Hall, Fire Rescue, Leisure Services,
Library and Center For The Arts.
Motion-to instruct Manager of Information Services to prepare request for proposal
document.
Motion-to receive and file request for proposal document.
Resolution-to preliminarily approve request for proposal document.
Resolution-to instruct City Clerk to publish notice of request for proposals. Set date
of hearing as May 8, 2006.
15. Resolution-to approve communication from Superintendent of Streets requesting
authorization to be included with the Iowa Department of Transportation's bid
letting for 5,000 tons of rock salt for a three-year period.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
Motion-to receive and file oral comments.
ADJOURNMENT
Nancy Eckert, CMC
City Clerk
April 3, 2006
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MEETINGS
Monday, April 3, 2006
4:40 p.m. -Public Safety Committee, Council Chambers
4:45 p.m. -Human Resources Committee, Council Chambers
4:50 p.m. -Boards & Commissions Committee, Council Chambers
4:55 p.m. - Public Works Committee, Council Chambers
5:00 p.m. - Finance Committee, Council Chambers
PUBLIC INFORMATION
1. Metropolitan Transit Authority minutes of January 12, 2006 on file in the City
Clerk's office.
2. Tri-County Drug Enforcement Task Force Board minutes of March 6, 2006 on file in
the City Clerk's office.
3. Waterloo Historic Preservation Commission minutes of February 28, 2006 on file in
the City Clerk's office.
4. Community Development Board minutes of February 21, 2006 and Public Hearing
minutes of February 21, 2006 on file in the City Clerk's office.
5. Waterloo Board of Adjustment minutes of February 28, 2006 on file in the City
Clerk's office.
6. Black Hawk County Solid Waste Management Commission minutes of February
23, 2006 on file in the City Clerk's office.
7. Board of Waterloo Water Works Trustees minutes of March 22, 2006 on file in the
City Clerk's office.
CONTRACT PAYMENT SCHEDULE
I. Donald Street Recreational Trail Contract No. 700.
Pay estimate No. 4 to Ament Inc, in the total amount due of$2,895.00.
2. F.Y. 2005 Street Reconstruction Contract No. 687.
Pay estimate No. 16 to Aspro, Inc. in the total amount due of$2,677.15.
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BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
April 3, 2006
4:50—4:55 p.m.
Council Chambers
Roll Call: Members: Chairperson Bob Greenwood
Eric Gunderson
Harold Getty
Approval of Agenda, as proposed.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Approval of Mayor Hurley's recommendation of appointment of John Blitsch to the Civil
Service Commission, with term expiration date of April 1,2012.
ADJOURNMENT
Nancy Eckert
City Clerk