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THE CITY COUNCIL OF WATERLOO, IOWA
Planning Session TO BE HELD AT
Harold E. Getty Council Chambers
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
5:30 PM
CITY OF WATERLOO
COMMUNITY VISION PLAN
1. Fly the W: To develop a sense of pride and relationship between residents and
the City of Waterloo, and then leverage that pride to communicate the City's
attributes to external audiences.
2. Elevate Housing: Redevelop, renovate, or improve 800 residences in Waterloo
in eight years by providing access to capital.
3. Celebrate and Connect Neighborhoods: To leverage Waterloo's rich tradition
of neighborhoods by celebrating and connecting them with the community and
region at large.
4. Waterloo Works: Grow a diverse and skilled workforce in Waterloo that
connects people and employers for mutual growth.
5. Crossroads Doubledown: Re -energize Crossroads Mall area into a
sports/recreation themed gravitational center.
6. Power Up Downtown: Keep Waterloos core downtown evolving to meet the
needs of future generals, supporting and showcasing arts and cultural
opportunities and creating an experience like no other.
7. Sportstown USA: To generate excitement, develop youth, and drive
investment and economic impact from year-round visitors.
8. Community of Opportunity: Eliminate barriers that keep Waterloo residents,
and the community as a whole, from reaching its true potential, creating an
equitable, thriving, and sustainable community for future generations.
Waterloo is a Community of Opportunity, where everyone can prosper.
GENERAL RULES FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PLANNING SESSION AGENDA
A. Iowa Code Chapter 21 gives the public the right to attend council meetings, but it does
not require cities to allow public participation except during public hearings. The public
is required to follow the rules listed in this article when speaking during any meeting of
the city council.
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B. At the presiding officer's discretion, individuals may address the presiding officer by
stepping to the podium, and after recognition by the presiding officer, shall state their
name, address and group affiliation, if appropriate, and speak clearly into the
microphone.
C. Comments shall be germane and refrain from personal, impertinent, or slanderous
remarks.
D. Cell phones and electronic devices shall be set to silent prior to the start of the
meeting.
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENT SECTION OF THE AGENDA
A. Individuals shall speak one (1) time on only one (1) issue for a maximum of three (3)
minutes During the public comment section of the agenda. The public shall not be
required to pre -register to speak during public comment. Individuals shall only speak
on matters not listed on the regular agenda for that date. Any matter presented shall
be directed to the presiding officer and addressed, if necessary, after the meeting.
B. Council members may speak during public comment portion of the agenda after the
public has finished speaking
C. City staff shall not be required to provide an immediate answer to a matter presented
during a council meeting unless it specifically pertains to an item on the agenda
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENT DURING PUBLIC HEARINGS
Individuals may speak during the public comment portion of a scheduled public hearing for a
maximum of three (3) minutes or may submit written comments to the city clerk by four
o'clock (4:00) P.M. on the day of the public hearing. Groups of citizens with similar
viewpoints are encouraged to select a representative to share the viewpoint of the group.
RULES FOR PUBLIC COMMENT DURING AGENDA ITEMS
At the discretion of the presiding officer, individuals may speak for a maximum of three (3)
minutes when the council discusses agenda items. This section does not apply to
businesses or parties directly involved in agenda items.
Roll Call.
Prayer or Moment of Silence.
Pledge of Allegiance, Jonathan Grieder, Ward 2 Council Member.
Approval of Agenda as proposed or amended.
Approval of Minutes of the May 11, 2023, Special Session and the May 15, 2023, Work
Session and Regular Session as proposed.
CONSENT AGENDA
The consent agenda is reserved for routine resolutions and motions, acted upon by roll call vote
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on a single motion without discussion. Council shall either vote yea or nay when the roll is
called. Council members may request that an item be removed from the consent agenda and
considered separately. Such a request does not require a second. The public shall be
prohibited from requesting that items listed on the consent agenda be removed and considered
separately. The public may contact council members with questions regarding consent agenda
items. 1-4A-16(A)(8).
1. Liquor Licenses
1. CVS Pharmacy #8544, 1825 E. San Marnan Dr., Class E Alcohol w/Sunday Sales,
Renewal - Exp: 5/31/2024.
2. EDO's Sports Bar, 110 E. 11th St., Class C Alcohol w/Sunday Sales, Renewal - Exp:
5/7/24.
3. Golden China, 106 Brookeridge Dr., Class C Alcohol w/Sunday Sales, Renewal -
5/4/2024.
4. Experience Waterloo, Lincoln Park (5-Day), Special Class C Alcohol w/Outdoor
Service and Sunday Sales, New - Exp: 6/12/2023.
5. Main Street Waterloo, Lincoln Park (5-Day), Special Class C Alcohol w/Outdoor
Service and Sunday Sales, New - Exp: 7/7/2023.
6. Main Street Waterloo, Lincoln Park (5-Day), Special Class C Alcohol w/Outdoor
Service and Sunday Sales, New - Exp: 8/11/2023.
7. Main Street Waterloo, Lincoln Park (5-Day), Special Class C Alcohol w/Outdoor
Service and Sunday Sales, New - Exp: 9/1/2023.
8. Main Street Waterloo, Lincoln Park (5-Day), Special Class C Alcohol w/Outdoor
Service and Sunday Sales, New - Exp: 6/16/2023.
9. Main Street Waterloo, Riverloop Expo Plaza (5-Day), Special Class C Alcohol
w/Outdoor Service and Sunday Sales, New - Exp: 9/2/2023.
10. Majestic Moon, 1955 Lock Ave., Class C Alcohol w/Outdoor Service and Sunday
Sales, Renewal - Exp: 4/30/2024.
11. Newton's Paradise Cafe, 128 E. 4th Street, Class C Alcohol w/Outdoor Service and
Sunday Sales, Renewal - Exp: 9/17/2023.
12. Southtown Bar & Restaurant, 2026 Bopp St., Class C Alcohol w/Outdoor Service and
Sunday Sales, Renewal - Exp: 6/7/2024.
13. Sunnyside Country Club, 1600 Olympic Dr., Class F Alcohol w/Outdoor Service and
Sunday Sales, Renewal - Exp: 4/13/2024.
14. WCA Building and Amphitheatre, 225 Commercial St., Special Class C Alcohol
w/Outdoor Service and Sunday Sales, Renewal - Exp: 6/21/2024.
2. Application for Fireworks Display:
a. Mayor's Firework Show, July 1, 2023, 5th Street Bridge, beginning at
approximately 9:45 p.m.
b. July 2nd Celebration, Bamboo Ridge Campground, 4550 La Porte Rd., beginning
at approximately 9:45 p.m.
c. My Waterloo Days, June 10, 2023, Park Avenue parking ramp, beginning at
approximately 9:45 p.m.
d. VGM Conference, June 12, 2023, 5th Street Bridge, beginning at approximately
9:45 p.m.
3. Cigarette/Tobacco Permit New Application for Express Mart, 2027 Falls Avenue (6/1/23 -
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6/30/23).
4. Resolution approving preliminary plans, specifications, form of contract, etc., resetting
date of bid opening as June 15, 2023 and date of public hearing as June 20, 2023, in
conjunction with the FY2023 Construction of a Fiber -to -the -Premise Feeder/Distribution
and Backbone Network Project, Contract No. 1088, and direct City Clerk to publish said
notice.
OTHER COUNCIL BUSINESS
1. Update from Experience Waterloo on events planned for My Waterloo Days.
2. Resolution approving award of bid to Woodruff Construction, Inc., of Fort Dodge, Iowa, in
the amount of $9,362,172.82, approving the contract, bonds, and certificate of insurance,
in conjunction with the FY 2023 Gates Park Improvements, Contract No. 1076, and
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said documents.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion to adjourn.
Kelley Felchle
City Clerk
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May 11, 2023
Roll Call.
The Council of the City of Waterloo, Iowa, met in Special Session at Harold E. Getty Council
Chambers, Waterloo, Iowa, at 4:00 p.m., on, May 11, 2023. Mayor Quentin Hart in the Chair.
Roll Call: Boesen, Nichols, Grieder, Wilder and Feuss, joined the meeting. Absent: Chiles and
Creighton -Smith.
Approval of Agenda
Boesen/Nichols
that the agenda, as proposed, be approved. Voice vote -Ayes: Five. Motion carried.
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution rejecting all bids received for the FY2023 Construction of a Fiber -to -the -Premise
Feeder/Distribution and Backbone Network Project, Contract No. 1080.
Nichols/Boesen
that the "Resolution rejecting all bids received for the FY2023 Construction of a Fiber -to -the -
Premise Feeder/Distribution and Backbone Network Project, Contract No. 1080", be approved.
Roll call vote -Ayes: Five. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-301.
Warren Lyon, Magellan Advisors, provided an overview of the reasoning for rejecting all bids.
He explained that levy crossings need to be redesigned per the Army Corps of Engineers, the
depth of the fiber will be decreased, and the specs will be reconfigured as well for the
opportunity of value engineering. He shared that the revised specs should be ready for the June
5th council meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Boesen/Nichols
that the Council adjourn at 4:05 p.m. Voice vote -Ayes: Five. Motion Carried.
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May 15, 2023
The City Council of the City of Waterloo, Iowa, met in Regular Session at Harold E. Getty
Council Chambers, Waterloo, Iowa, at 5:30 PM, on Monday, May 15, 2023.
Roll Call.
Mayor Quentin Hart in the Chair. Roll Call: Boesen, Nichols, Creighton -Smith, Chiles, Grieder,
Wilder and Feuss.
Prayer or Moment of Silence.
Pledge of Allegiance, Ray Feuss, Ward 5 Council Member.
Approval of Agenda as proposed or amended.
Feuss/Chiles
that the agenda, as proposed, and the minutes for the April 28, 2023, Special Session and May
1, 2023, Regular Session, as proposed, be approved. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Approval of Minutes of April 28, 2023, Special Session as proposed.
Approval of Minutes of May 1, 2023, Regular Session, as proposed.
Proclamation declaring May 14-20, 2023 as Emergency Medical Services Week.
Proclamation declaring May 15-21, 2023, as National Police Week.
Proclamation declaring May 17, 2023, as World Neurofiberomatosis Day.
Proclamation declaring May 21-27, 2023 as National Public Works Week.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Larry Stumme, 1008 Lois Lane, commented that he was addressing council regarding the city's
negligence in addressing dilapated structures in the community.
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Michael Blackwell, 5125 Millenium Drive, Cedar Falls, commented that the city is guilty of
violating its own policies regarding dilapated structures.
Michael Bayer, 129 Prospect Cir., stated that an election will happen this fall and encouraged
people to run for all open seats.
Dwayne Eilers, 1205 1/2 Bishop Street, shared complaints regarding Code Enforcement.
Todd Obadal, 124 Amity Drive, made comments regarding legal advice.
Mr. Grieder shared that a public forum on gun violence will occur at the Jubilee Freedom Center
on Wednesday at 5:30.
Ms. Creighton -Smith thanked the Mayor and City Council for their love and support over the
loss of her mother.
Mr. Boesen requested an update on two construction projects.
Jamie Knutson, City Engineer, provided comments on the referenced projects.
Feuss/Wilder
to close Public Comments. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
Feuss/Chiles
that the consent agenda, as amended, by removing consent agenda item number 8 and adding
the bills payment for May 8, 2023 in the amount of $3,396,207.23 and May 15, 2023 in the
amount of $1,294,702.71, be approved. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Bills Payment, Finance Committee Invoice Summary Report, a copy of which is on file in the
office of the City Clerk.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-302.
Resolution setting date of public hearing as June 5, 2023, for the sale and conveyance of City
property located at 217 Reed Street, in the amount of $11,000, to Kevin E. Rose and Michelle
L. Rose, with a development agreement, and instruct the City Clerk to publish notice.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-303.
Resolution approving support for submission of Intended Use Plan for CIPP Phase IVB, and
authorizing the Mayor to execute said document.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-304.
Resolution approving request of Zach Buchheit for a waiver for a concrete driveway, located at
800 W. Parker Street, with the elimination of the sidewalk section due to inability to meet grade
requirements.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-305.
Resolution approving request of Mark Badura for a waiver for a concrete driveway, located at
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303 W. Orange Road, with the elimination of the sidewalk section due to inability to meet grade
requirements.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-306.
Resolution approving award of bid to Landmark Turf Services, LLC, of Dunkerton, Iowa in the
amount of $48,142.00, and approving the contract, bonds, and certificate of insurance in
conjunction with the FY 2024 Levee Rip Rap Spraying, Contract No. 1083, and authorizing the
Mayor and City Clerk to execute said documents.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-307.
Resolution awarding bid to D. W. Zinser Co., Inc., in the amount of $56,900.00, in conjunction
with Demolition and Site Clearance Services, Contract No. D-2023-04-01P, located at 1100
Sycamore Street, approving the contract, bond and certificate of insurance, and authorizing the
Mayor and City Clerk to execute said documents.
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-308.
Resolution approving submission of a U.S. Department of Transportation Safe Streets for All
(SS4A) Grant in the amount of not to exceed $10,000,000.00, for Development of a
Comprehensive Safety Action Plan and committing to providing the required 20% local match
and implementing the Action Plan with a target date of 2045 to achieve zero traffic fatalities and
severe injuries.
Feuss/Grieder
Resolution approving FYE 2023 Budget Amendment. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Resolution
adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-309.
David Deeds, JSA Development, requested that council ensures a robust public input process
into the application as well as the plan itself.
Board of Adjustment Minutes of March 28, 2023.
Michelle Weber
Board/Commission: Design Review Board
Expiration Date: May 15, 2026
Renewal
Terry Conrad
Board/Commission: ADA Compliance
Expiration Date: May 15, 2026
Renewal
William Kugler
Board/Commission: General Contractor Board of Licensing, Examiners & Appeals
Expiration Date: May 15, 2026
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Renewal
Ross Samek
Board/Commission: General Contractor Board of Licensing, Examiners & Appeals
Expiration Date: May 15, 2026
Renewal
Deb Waterman
Board/Commission: General Contractor Board of Licensing, Examiners & Appeals
Expiration Date: May 15, 2026
Renewal
Dennis Wilson
Board/Commission: General Contractor Board of Licensing, Examiners & Appeals
Expiration Date: May 15, 2026
Renewal
Dionne Grabek
Board/Commission: Housing Authority Board
Expiration Date: May 15, 2025
Renewal
Liquor Licenses
a. The Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo, 777 Isle of Capri Bvd., Class C Alcohol w/Outdoor
Service and Sunday Sales, Renewal - Exp: 4/30/2024.
b. Riverloop Expo Plaza, 400 Jefferson St., Special Class C Alcohol w/Outdoor Service
and Sunday Sales, New (8-month) - Exp: 1/15/2024.
c. Michoacana Meat Market, 1215 Franklin St., Class B Alcohol w/Sunday Sales, Renewal
- Exp: 4/26/2024.
d. Steamboat Gardens, 1740 Falls Ave., Class C Alcohol w/Sunday Sales, Renewal - Exp:
6/13/2024.
e. Main Street Waterloo, 300 Jefferson St., Special Class C Alcohol w/Sunday Sales, New
(5-day) - Esp: 5/22/2023.
f. Main Street Waterloo, 300 Jefferson St., Special Class C Alcohol w/Outdoor Service
and Sunday Sales, New (5-day) - Exp: 5/26/2023.
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Recommendation of appointment of Danielle DeNeui, from the current Civil Service list to the
position of Stormwater Specialist in the Engineering Department, effective May 16, 2023.
Communication from the Community Development Department on the notice of the conclusion
of employment of Matt Chesmore, Senior Rehabilitation Specialist, effective April 14, 2023, with
a recommendation of approval of payout in the amount of $6,231.34, for unused benefits.
Communication from the Community Development Department on the notice of the conclusion
of employment of Pam Mast, Intake -Project Specialist, effective April 14, 2023, with a
recommendation of approval of payout in the amount of $609.00, for unused benefits.
Communication from the Airport Department on the notice of the conclusion of employment of
Randy Shepard, Airport Operations Specialist, effective April 28, 2023, with recommendation of
approval of payout of $11,454.12 for unused benefits.
Communication from the Library Department on the notice of the conclusion of employment of
Mimi Meyer, Library Aide, effective April 28, 2023, with recommendation of approval of payout
of $3,663.32 for unused benefits.
Motion to approve Application for Fireworks Display for the Waterloo Bucks Ball Club home ball
games at Riverfront Stadium, 850 Park Road, for approximately 10 minutes, beginning at 10:00
p.m.
Recommendation of appointment of Tara Thomas Gettman to the position of Director of
Strategic Communications in the Mayor's Department, effective May 16, 2023, pending pre-
employment physical and drug testing.
Bonds.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
FYE 2023 Budget Amendment.
Grieder/Feuss
to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
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This being the time and place of the public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral
comments and there were none.
Grieder/Feuss
to close the hearing. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Grieder/Feuss
Resolution approving FYE2023 Budget Amendment. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion
carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-310. .
Mr. Boesen and Mayor Hart thanked Ms. Woods for her hard work.
FY 2023 Gates Park Improvements, Contract No. 1076.
Boesen/Wilder
to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
This being the time and place of the public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral
comments and there were none.
Boesen/Wilder
to close the hearing. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Boesen/Wilder
Resolution confirming approval of specifications, bid documents, form of contract, etc., and
authorizing to proceed. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and
upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-311.
Boesen/Wilder
to receive, file, and instruct the City Clerk to read the bids and refer to the Leisure Services
Director for review. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Engineer's Estimate:
Division I - $7,008,207.20 / Division II - $613,620.75 / Division I + Division II $7,621,827.95
Peters Construction Corp, Waterloo, IA - 5% - Div I: $8,893,838.99 / Alt I: $679,533.44
WRH, Inc., Amana, IA - 5% - Div I: $9,636,360.40 / Alt I: $608,698.45
Woodruff Construction, Waterloo, IA - 5% Div I: $8,731,000 / Alt I: $631,172.82
Request by Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity to locally designate 415 Walnut Street as a
Historic Landmark.
Nichols/Wilder
to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
This being the time and place of the public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral
comments and there were none.
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Nichols/Wilder
to close the hearing and receive and file recommendation of approval of the Planning,
Programming and Zoning Commission and the Historic Preservation Commission. Voice vote -
Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Nichols/Wilder
to receive, file, consider, and pass for the first time an ordinance to locally designate 415
Walnut Street as a Historic Landmark. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Nichols/Wilder
Motion to suspend the rules. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Nichols/Wilder
to consider and pass for the second and third times and adopt said Ordinance. Roll Call vote -
Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Ordinance adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No.
5697.
City Limits Urban Revitalization Area (CLURA) Plan.
Feuss/Wilder
Motion to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing. Voice vote -Ayes:
Seven. Motion carried.
This being the time and place of the public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral
comments and there were none.
Feuss/Chiles
to close the hearing and receive and file recommendation of approval of the Planning,
Programming and Zoning Commission. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Mr. Grieder thanked the planning staff for their hard work and said that with this adoption, we'll
be offering not just housing incentives, but also incentives for child care facilities.
Mr. Boesen commented that he is strongly opposed to the inclusion of multi -family dwellings in
the CLURA program.
Request by the City of Waterloo to vacate approximately 0.8 acres of University Avenue
frontage road located near University Avenue and Progress Avenue, subject to the retention of
a permanent public and private utility easement on, above, and under the vacated area, in front
of the former K-mart site at 3810 University Avenue.
Grieder/Wilder
to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
This being the time and place of the public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral
comments.
Grieder/Wilder
to close hearing and receive and file oral and written comments, and recommendation of
approval of the Planning, Programming and Zoning Commission. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven.
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Motion carried.
Grieder/Wilder
to receive, file and consider and pass for the first time an ordinance approving a request by the
City of Waterloo to vacate approximately 0.8 acres of University Avenue frontage road located
near University Avenue and Progress Avenue, subject to the retention of a permanent public
and private utility easement on, above, and under the vacated area, generally located in front of
the former K-mart site at 3810 University Avenue. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Mr. Boesen questioned if all the utilities issues were met.
Noel Anderson explained that once the configuration of the outlot development is known, those
utility concerns will be dealt with.
Mr. Boesen questioned the difference between the engineer's estimate of the valuation and
what is listed in the Development Agreement.
Noel Anderson explained that the Development Agreement is based on an appraisal the
developer had done compared to the price per square foot of the assessed value of the entire
site used by the engineer.
Grieder/Wilder
Motion to suspend the rules. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Grieder/Wilder
Motion to consider and pass for the second and third times and adopt said ordinance. Roll CaII
vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Ordinance adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned
No. 5698.
Request by Nihad Masic to vacate, sell, and convey approximately 1,428 square feet of city -
owned right-of-way subject to the retention of a public utility easement, in the "M-1" Light
Industrial District located southeast of 312 Kothe Avenue, to Nihad Masic in the amount of
$700.00, and Alyssa Roney in the amount of $272.00.
Nichols/Feuss
to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
This being the time and place of the public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral
comments and there were none.
Nichols/Feuss
to close the hearing and receive recommendation of approval of the Planning, Programming
and Zoning Commission. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Nichols/Feuss
to receive, file and consider and pass for the first time an ordinance approving a request by
Nihad Masic to vacate approximately 1,428 square feet of city -owned right-of-way, located
southeast of 312 Kothe Avenue, subject to the retention of a permanent public utility easement
over, under, across and upon the vacate area. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
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Nichols/Feuss
to suspend the rules. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Nichols/Feuss
to consider and pass for the second and third times and adopt said ordinance. Roll Call vote -
Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Ordinance adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No.
5699.
Nichols/Feuss
Resolution authorizing sale and conveyance of vacated alley southeast of 312 Kothe Avenue to
Nihad Masic in the amount of $700.00, and Alyssa Roney in the amount of $272.00, subject to
the retention of a permanent public utility easement over, under, across and upon the areas to
be conveyed, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said deeds. Roll Call vote -
Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No.
2023-312.
Request by Raymond Shepard to vacate, sell, and convey approximately 9,560 square feet of
city -owned right-of-way in the "R-2" One and Two Family Residence District located north of
108 Bishop Avenue, to Raymond Shepard and Kenneth Cox in the amount of $2,000.00,
Connie Johnson in the amount of $500.00, and Ryan and Kali Wilkinson in the amount of
$500.00.
Feuss/Wilder
to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
This being the time and place of the public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral
comments and there were none.
Feuss/Wilder
to close hearing and receive recommendation of approval of the Planning, Programming and
Zoning Commission. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Feuss/Wilder
to receive, file and consider and pass for the first time an ordinance approving a request by
Raymond Shepard to vacate approximately 9,560 square feet of city -owned right-of-way in the
"R-2" One and Two Family Residence District located north of 108 Bishop Avenue, subject to
the retention of a permanent public utility easement over, under, across and upon the East 25
feet thereof. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Feuss/Wilder
to suspend the rules. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Feuss/Wilder
to consider and pass for the second and third times and adopt said ordinance. Roll Call vote -
Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Ordinance adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No.
5700.
Feuss/Wilder
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Resolution authorizing sale and conveyance of vacated alley north of 108 Bishop Avenue to
Raymond Shepard and Kenneth Cox in the amount of $2,000.00, Connie Johnson in the
amount of $500.00, and Ryan and Kali Wilkinson in the amount of $500.00, subject to the
retention of a permanent public utility easement over, under, across and upon the East 25 feet
thereof, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said deeds. Roll Call vote -Ayes:
Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-
313.
Sale and conveyance of City property located near 3840 University Avenue in the amount of
$1.00, with a phased Development Agreement with Mann Road Storage, LLC, for the
redevelopment of 2810 and 3840 University Avenue, with a minimum assessment agreement of
$4,561,900.00, for the construction of climate -controlled storage units and a mixed -use
commercial building, with a tax rebate schedule of ten (10) years at 50 percent.
Chiles/Nichols
to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
This being the time and place of the public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral
comments and there were none.
Chiles/Nichols
to close the hearing. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Chiles/Nichols
Resolution authorizing the sale and conveyance of city right-of-way adjacent to 3840 University
Avenue, subject to the retention of a public and private utility easement on, above and under
the area to be conveyed, in the amount of $1.00 to Mann Road Storage, LLC, and authorizing
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said documents. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Six. Nays: One
(Boesen). Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-
314.
Council persons Boesen, Chiles and Nichols and Mayor Hart discussed the sale and
conveyance with Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director.
Chiles/Nichols
Resolution approving a Development Agreement with Mann Road Storage, LLC for the
redevelopment of property at 3840 University Avenue, with a minimum assessment agreement
of $4,561,900.00, and a tax rebate schedule of ten (10) years at 50 percent, and authorizing the
Mayor and City Clerk to execute said document. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Six. Nays: One (Boesen).
Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-315.
Sale and conveyance of city -owned property, land exchange, and approval of an Infrastructure
Development Agreement with North Crossing, LLC, for the master buildout of North Crossing
retail and medical district.
Wilder/Chiles
to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
This being the time and place of the public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral
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comments.
Eric Johnson, Beecher Law Firm, commented that he and the developer have been working on
this project for over a year and is available to answer any questions. He gave a brief review of
what is planned to occupy the space.
Wilder/Chiles
to close the hearing and receive and file oral comments. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion
carried.
Wilder/Chiles
Resolution authorizing the sale and conveyance of City -owned property located near the
intersection of Heath Street and Logan Avenue (Highway 63), eastward to East 4th Street, and
authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said documents. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried. (Ms. Creighton -Smith's vote to abstain is counted as a yes due to the lack of
conflict of interest in accordance with Section 1-4A-29 of the Waterloo City Code). Resolution
adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-316.
Mr. Boesen questioned the payback timeframe.
Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director, clarified the payback
timeframe.
Ms. Creighton -Smith commented she needs more time to speak with her constituents.
Mayor Hart explained that unfortunately, she would still need to cast a vote this evening. He
suggested she set up a meeting with the developer and residents to address any concerns
there may be.
Wilder/Chiles
Resolution approving an Infrastructure Development Agreement with North Crossing, LLC, for
the master buildout of North Crossing retail and medical district with a land exchange located
near the intersection of Heath Street and Logan Avenue (Highway 63), eastward to East 4th
Street, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said document. Roll Call vote -Ayes:
Seven. Motion carried. (Ms. Creighton -Smith's vote to abstain is counted as a yes due to the
lack of conflict of interest in accordance with Section 1-4A-29 of the Waterloo City Code).
Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-317.
Mr. Chiles commented on his excitement about the development in this area.
Mayor Hart commented that he is so grateful to see the partnerships to develop this area and is
excited about the future developments to come.
FY 2023 E. San Marnan Drive Reconstruction Project, Contract No. 1084.
Feuss/Nichols
to receive and file proof of publication of notice of public hearing. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven.
Motion carried.
This being the time and place of the public hearing, the Mayor called for written and oral
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comments and there were none.
Feuss/Creighton-Smith
to close the hearing. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Feuss/Nichols
Resolution confirming approval of specifications, bid documents, form of contract, etc., and
authorizing to proceed. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and
upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-318.
Feuss/Nichols
to receive, file, and instruct the City Clerk to read the bids. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion
carried.
Engineer's Estimate: Div I - $3,020,790.45 / Div II - $145,048.90 / Div I + II - $3,165,839.35
Peterson Contractors, Inc., Reinbeck,IA - 5% - Div I - $2,340,569.25 / Div II - $145,591.70 / Div
+ II - $2,486,160.95
Boomerang Corp, Anamosa, IA - 5% - Div I - $2,747,415.20 / Div II - $109,762.00 / Div I + II -
$2,857,177.20
Owen Contracting, Inc., Cedar Falls, IA - 5% - Div I - $2,392,083.70 / Div II - $147,173.00 / Div
+ II - $2,539,220.70
Midwest Contracting, Inc., Peosta, IA - 5% - Div I - $2,423,535.99 / Div II - $127,194.97 / Div I +
II - $2,550,730.96
Feuss/Creighton-Smith
Resolution approving award of bid to Peterson Contractors, Inc. of Reinbeck, Iowa, in the
amount of $2,486,160.95, approving the contract, bonds, and certificate of insurance, in
conjunction with the FY 2023 E. San Marnan Drive Reconstruction Project, Contract No. 1084,
and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said documents. Roll Call vote -Ayes:
Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-
319.
Mayor Hart stated that he received a question as to whether this would have any impact on the
project for Broadway.
Jamie Knutson, City Engineer, explained that the prior bid was rejected due to budget
constraints. This bid was for concrete only, for a saving of $940,000.00. He is still going through
the numbers, but he hopes to be able to do everything on Broadway originally planned for this
year, and twice as much on Broadway next because of the savings.
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution approving a Renewal Agreement with Delta Dental for fees associated with
administration, in the amount of $36,574.00, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute said document.
Boesen/Feuss
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-320.
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Resolution approving a Renewal Agreement with Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield for fees
associated with administration, network access, and stop loss, and authorizing the Mayor and
City Clerk to execute said document.
Boesen/Feuss
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-321.
Resolution approving a Renewal Agreement with National Insurance Services for fees
associated with life and long term disability policies, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute said document.
Boesen/Feuss
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-322.
Resolution approving a farm lease agreement expiring December 31, 2023 with Michael Cook
to farm approximately 3.65 acres of land at the southeast corner of Newell Street and Northeast
Drive for $80.00 per acre for a yearly rental payment of $292.00, and authorizing the Mayor and
City Clerk to execute said document.
Wilder/Chiles
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-323.
Mr. Boesen questioned how the lease amount was determined.
Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director, explained that there have
been no bidders due the small size of the property and since Mr. Cook farms private land in the
area he just swings by and takes care of ours, which is an alternative to the city mowing it.
Resolution Approving Cloverdale Park Lease Agreement with Black Hawk County Board of
Supervisors, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said documents.
Wilder/Chiles
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-324.
Resolution approving an agreement with USDA wildlife services to minimize wildlife -related
property damage and risk to human health and safety, and authorizing the City Forester to
execute said document.
Wilder/Chiles
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-325.
Resolution approving the request by 3-Stooges for an Encroachment Agreement to allow for the
placement of a private storm sewer connection on the public right-of-way of Martin Road in the
"M-2-P" Planned Industrial District, located in front of 1370 Martin Road, and authorizing the
Mayor and City Clerk to execute said document.
Feuss/Grieder
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Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-326.
Resolution approving a contract with HRGreen to conduct a Phase I Environmental Site
Assessment on four (4) parcels owned by Black Hawk Machinery Sales, Inc., generally located
at or adjacent to 54 Lane Street, in an amount not to exceed $3,900.00, and authorizing the
Mayor to execute said document.
Feuss/Grieder
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-327.
Resolution approving an extension of a lease agreement with Aspro, Inc., for mining in the
Riverview Recreation Area for another ten (10) years, at a rate of five (5) percent of Aspro's
average net selling price, with a minimum of $5,000.00 per year, located west of 3505 Easton
Avenue, Waterloo Waste Treatment Plant, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
said document.
Feuss/Grieder
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-328.
Mr. Chiles questioned if there is an actual dollar amount the city is receiving for the lease, and if
there are any environmental impacts.
Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director, provided an overview of the
lease agreement and stated there are no environmental impacts.
Resolution approving a Development Agreement with Prairie Rapids II, ILC to construct forty-
eight (48) new housing units, located near the southeast corner of Kimball Avenue and
Ridgeway Avenue, including the infill policy incentive of $5,000.00 per unit upon completion,
and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said document.
Chiles/Greider
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-329.
Jamie Knutson, City Engineer, provided an overview of storm water regulations.
Resolution approving a Development Agreement with John & Dan Properties, LLC, for the
overall development of infrastructure of the San Marnan Business Park First Addition, a
fourteen lot business park subdivision, including tax rebates of a minimum of $40,000.00 per
year up to a maximum grant of $2,020,040.00, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute said documents.
Chiles/Greider
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-330.
Mr. Boesen commented that this development agreement is very confusing and questioned if the
$2,020,040.00 is the estimated cost for the infrastructure and roads.
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Noel Anderson, Community Planning and Development Director, confirmed that was the estimate
that was provided.
Mr. Boesen clarified that the city won't receive any taxes until the $2,020,040.00 is paid back.
Noe Anderson confirmed.
Resolution approving a Development Agreement and Minimum Assessment Agreement with
David G. Chilcote, for the construction of a new restaurant with a tax rebate schedule of 80
percent for years one thru five and 40 percent for year six, and a development grant of
$183,276.70 with a minimum assessment agreement of $300,000.00, for property located at
317 Park Road, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said documents.
Chiles/Grieder
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-331.
Mr. Boesen spoke in favor of this development.
Resolution supporting the application by Prairie Rapids II, LLC, for the Iowa Workforce Housing
Tax Credit Program to construct forty-eight (48) new housing units located near the southeast
corner of Kimball Avenue and Ridgeway Avenue.
Feuss/Chiles
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-332.
Resolution approving Supplemental Agreement No. 1, to a Professional Services Agreement
with AECOM Technical Services, Inc., of Waterloo, Iowa, originally executed March 7, 2022, in
an amount not to exceed $39,500.00, in conjunction with the FY 2023 Sunnyside Creek
Improvements Wet Detention Pond and Channel Stabilization Project, Contract 1062, and
authorizing the Mayor to execute said document.
Feuss/Chiles
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-333.
Resolution approving a Professional Services Agreement with AECOM Technical Services,
Inc., of Waterloo, Iowa, in an amount not to exceed $329,500.00, in conjunction with the FY
2023 Biennial Bridge Review Program, and authorizing the Mayor to execute said document.
Feuss/Chiles
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-334.
Resolution approving the City of Waterloo Smart City Strategic Action Plan.
Nichols/Wilder
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-335.
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Resolution supporting LGBTQ+ Waterloo Residents.
Feuss/Wilder
to recess for five minutes. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Feuss/Grieder
to reconvene. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Grieder/Wilder
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon approval by Mayor
assigned No. 2023-337.
Mr. Grieder commented that there are some members of our community that are not being
accepted simply for being who they are. It is important that hose who recognize the right thing,
the moral thing and the courageous thing, use their voice to protect those who have been
marginalized by others in power.
Ms. Wilder thanked Mr. Grieder for being diligent despite the emotions that were stirred. This is
the right thing to do and thanked all of the council for their support.
Resolution supporting Grow Solar Cedar Valley.
Nichols/Wilder
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Six. Nays: One (Boesen). Motion carried. Resolution adopted and upon
approval by Mayor assigned No. 2023-336.
Mr. Boesen questioned any city liability.
Mr. Grieder explained that there is no liability to the City.
Martin Petersen, City Attorney, explained that it is nearly impossible to answer with any
certainty, but said that it is always possible that the City could be named as a defendant in a
lawsuit.
Mr. Boesen questioned how the company finances themselves and what do they get out of the
contracts that are signed.
Mr. Grieder commented that they are funded through philanthropy and act more as a guiding
organization.
Mayor Hart questioned if there is an expectation that the City will manage any marketing.
Mr. Grieder said there is not.
Ms. Creighton -Smith commented that the use of solar polar reduces the damage we are doing
to the earth, and that the more individuals that participate will reduce the cost for homeowners.
Mr. Grieder confirmed.
Mr. Feuss questioned if this would preclude anyone from utilizing a different solar company.
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Mr. Grieder stated it would not.
ORDINANCES
An ordinance amending Chapter 3, Human Rights, by adding Article C, Unfair Practices -
Conversion Therapy.
Grieder/Wilder
to receive, file, consider, and pass for the first time an ordinance amending the City of Waterloo
Code of Ordinances by adding Article C, Unfair Practices - Conversion Therapy, to Chapter 3,
Human Rights, Title 5, Police Regulations. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Six. Nays: One (Boesen).
Motion carried.
Mr. Grieder stated that conversion therapy, also known as sexual orientation change efforts,
and repairative therapy, is a practice that has been denounced by every mainline medical
association in America and internationally. What this ordinance says is that, in Waterloo, if you
are a member of the LGBTQ+ community you cannot be subjected to what amounts to a
harmful practice of trying to convince you to be someone that you are not.
Mayor Hart clarified that the city council and mayor's office cannot go to close down a practice,
but the governing bodies will be informed.
Grieder/WIlder
to suspend the rules. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Six. Nays: One (Boesen). Motion carried.
Grieder/Wilder
to receive, file, consider, and pass for the second and third times and adopt said ordinance.
Roll Call vote -Ayes: Six. Nays: One (Boesen). Motion carried. Ordinance adopted and upon
approval by Mayor assigned No. 5701.
Mr. Grieder provided an overview of the ordinance.
John Harrell, 731 Magnolia Pkwy., commented that he is a pastor and that this ordinance puts
into jeopardy conversations he is able to have with children if they ask for his advice.
Dr. Michael Peters, 722 S. Hackett, commented that he is a retired physician. He shared
information on research he conducted on the issue. He said the ordinance opens the city up to
lawsuits and will make it more difficult to attract and retain physicians.
Mr. Grieder commented that the case counts he has received were not from the Waterloo
Schools, but through Iowa Safe Schools which is a LGBTQ affirming organization. They told
him that there have been six complaints within the last year in this area. He stated that he had
actually heard of more. He clarified that this ordinance isn't dealing with a conversation, it is
dealing with a documented practice that is abusive. This in no way precludes an open and
honest dialogue.
Sam Caughron, 264 Derbyshire Rd., spoke in support of the ordinance.
Marcella Gruver, 203 Miriam Dr., explained that she does not support the ordinance.
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Mike Knapp, 1141 Independence Ave., spoke in support of the ordinance.
Jacob Tayloe, 566 Sheridan Rd., spoke against the ordinance.
Michael Bayer, 129 Prospect Cir., encouraged council to vote against the ordinance and not
vote to suspend the rules.
Mayor Hart requested clarification if it is reported that these archaic practices are being done to
a young person, what happens at that point.
Mr. Grieder stated it depends on who they are reporting to, but if we find out, we're going to
send a letter and send it on to the licensing board that oversees licensed professionals.
Alia Amand, 223 Southbrook Dr., spoke in support of the ordinance.
Charlie Grove, 1426 Shamrock Drive, spoke in support of the ordinance.
Chris Hale, 326 E. 4th, spoke in support of the ordinance.
Todd Obadal, 124 Amity Dr., shared that he does not support the ordinance.
Janet Schuster, 210 Bourland, questioned if the city attorney is acting on behalf of the
complainant.
Mayor Hart explained that we taking the complaint and possibly help write the complaint if
needed and sending it to the state.
Cheryl Christiansen, 1702 E. Mitchell, spoke against the city's involvement in the issue.
Mr. Grieder said that everyone deserves to live their best fullest life. He stated that real leaders
must do the right thing, the thing that protects our neighbors. He asked council to please
approve this ordinance in full tonight.
Ms. Wilder apologized for how long it took to come to an agreement on this ordinance, but feels
very good about what council has been able to do and now it is time to approve this ordinance.
Mr. Boesen clarified that his stance has not changed and his vote is not based on one side's
ideology or the other. His vote is based on the fact that he does not believe this ordinance is
legal, that it will be challenged in court and it falls outside the purview of this council.
Mr. Feuss stated that earlier he shared Mr. Boesen's concerns about legality, but after several
conversations with Mr. Grieder and Ms. Wilder, he supports the ordinance as it is now
presented.
Mr. Nichols commented that he attended a mental health awareness breakfast recently and one
of the things that came up is that opportunity, when seeking mental health, to have multiple
doors open to you and that no wrong door is the wrong door. He will be voting to approve the
ordinance because this does provide another opportunity for people to seek help where they
need it.
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Ms. Creighton -Smith spoke about some of the comments made regarding what the Bible says.
She stated she has an obligation as a human being to protect another human being from harm.
She cautioned everyone to be careful about the things they say that can be very hurtful. She
will therefore be voting to approve this ordinance.
Mr. Chiles stated that he too previously voted to postpone the ordinance based on concerns
over the legality of the ordinance. He is pleased to see the work that has been done to make
this an effective ordinance and thanked the public for their patience. He looks forward to
getting this ordinance passed this evening.
Mayor Hart thanked everyone for their conversation this evening.
An ordinance amending Title 8, Public Utilities, Chapter 3, Sewer Regulations, Article A, User
Charges and Fees of Section 2, Determination of Rates and Charges, to Increase Sewer Rates.
Feuss/Grieder
to receive, file and consider and pass for the first time an Ordinance amending Title 8, Public
Utilities, Chapter 3, Sewer Regulations, Article A, User Charges and Fees of Section 2,
Determination of Rates and Charges. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Forest Dillavou, 1725 Huntington Rd., questioned if this increase is in addition to those already
expected under the Consent Decree.
Bridget Wood, Finance Manager, confirmed that this increase was pre -planned as part of the
Consent Decree.
Feuss/Wilder
to suspend the rules. Roll Call vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Feuss/Grieder
to consider and pass for the second and third times and adopt the ordinance. Roll Call vote -
Ayes: Seven. Motion carried. Ordinance adopted and upon approval by Mayor assigned No.
5702.
ADJOURNMENT
Feuss/Grieder
that the Council adjourn at 9:50 p.m. Voice vote -Ayes: Seven. Motion carried.
Kelley Felchle
City Clerk
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COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Harold E. Getty Council Chambers
4:05 p.m.
Roll Call.
Members present: Mayor Quent Hart in the Chair, Boesen, Nichols, Grieder, Wilder and Feuss.
Absent: Mr. Chiles and Ms. Creighton -Smith.
Approve agenda, as proposed or amended.
Feuss/Grieder
that the agenda, as proposed or amended, be approved. Voice vote -Ayes: Four. Motion carried.
Approval of Minutes of May 1, 2023, as proposed or amended.
Feuss/Grieder
that the minutes of May 1, 2023 Council Work Session, as proposed, be approved. Voice vote -
Ayes: Four. Motion carried.
Discussion of a Climate Action Plan with UNI's Center for Energy and Environmental Education.
Mr. Grieder introduced Kamyar Enshayan, Director, Center for Energy & Environmental
Education and Ashley Coffin, Program Director, Green Iowa AmeriCorps. https://ceee.uni.edu/
The speakers provided an overview of the programs offered by the University of Northern
Iowa's Center for Energy and Environment (CEEE).
Ms. Creighton -Smith arrived during the presentation.
Mr. Grieder discussed some ideas he has for where CEEE could be a partnership with the City
of Waterloo.
Mr. Nichols questioned the capacity to expand the garden program in Waterloo.
Kamyar Enshayan explained that he has been working with Todd Derifield of Leisure Services
on locating spaces in parks to expand the program.
Mayor Hart commented that council will be voting tonight on a resolution to adopt the Smart
City Plan developed with Honeywell, which does include climate action. Once the council has
decided if they wish to move forward, we will reach back out, revisit the proclamation and go
into further development.
ADJOURNMENT
Feuss/Nichols
that the meeting adjourn at 4:27 p.m. Voice vote -Ayes: Four. Motion carried.
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City Clerk
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NAME AND DEPARTMENT MEETING DATE
City Clerk Department May 30, 2023
AGENDA ITEM TITLE
Resolution approving preliminary plans, specifications, form of contract, etc., resetting date of bid opening as
June 15, 2023 and date of public hearing as June 20, 2023, in conjunction with the FY2023 Construction of a
Fiber -to -the -Premise Feeder/Distribution and Backbone Network Project, Contract No. 1088, and direct City
Clerk to publish said notice.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION
SUMMARY STATEMENT AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION
NEIGHBORHOOD IMPACT
DATA, ANALYSIS, AND STRATEGIES
IMPLEMENTATION, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND COMMUNICATION
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT METHODS
SOURCE OF EXPENDITURES
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
ATTACHMENTS
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■ Youth Carnival
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VOLUNTEERS
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NAME AND DEPARTMENT MEETING DATE
Leisure Services Department May 30, 2023
AGENDA ITEM TITLE
Resolution approving award of bid to Woodruff Construction, Inc., of Fort Dodge, Iowa, in the amount
of $9,362,172.82, approving the contract, bonds, and certificate of insurance, in conjunction with the
FY 2023 Gates Park Improvements, Contract No. 1076, and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute said documents.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION
SUMMARY STATEMENT AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION
NEIGHBORHOOD IMPACT
DATA, ANALYSIS, AND STRATEGIES
IMPLEMENTATION, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND COMMUNICATION
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT METHODS
SOURCE OF EXPENDITURES
ALTERNATIVE ACTION
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
ATTACHMENTS
1. FY 2023 Gates Park - Cont. No. 1076 - Bid Tabulation - 5.11.23
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2. Form of Contract FY2023 Gates Park Improvements Cont. #1076
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FY 2023 Gates Park Improvements
Bid Tab: May 11, 2023
Engineer's Estimate:
Division I
Division II
Division I + Division II
$7,008,207.20
$ 613,620.75
$7,621,827.95
Bidder
SecBurity
Bid Amount
Peters Construction Corp
Div I
Alt I
$8,893,838.99
$ 679,533.44
Waterloo, IA
Div I&II
$
WRH Inc
Div I
Alt I
$9,636,360.40
$ 608,698.45
Amana, IA
Div I&II
$
Woodruff Construction
Div I
Alt I
$8,731,000
$ 631,172.82
Waterloo, IA
Div I&II
$
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FORM OF CONTRACT
CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF
FY 2023 GATES PARK IMPROVEMENTS
CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA
CONTRACT NO. 1076
This contract made and entered into this day of , 20_, by
and between the City of Waterloo, Iowa, a Municipal Corporation , (hereinafter referred to as City), and
of
(hereinafter referred to as Contractor), WITNESSETH:
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Contractor agrees to build and construct the FY 2023 GATES PARK IMPROVEMENTS,
Contract No. 1076, and furnish all necessary tools, equipment, materials, and labor
necessary to do all the work called for in the plans and specifications in a workmanlike
manner and for the prices set forth in Contractor's proposal, which was accepted by the City,
and which is understood and agreed to be a part of this contract.
It is understood and agreed that the resolution adopted by the City Council ordering the
construction of the improvement, the Notice to Contractors as published, the Instruction to
Bidders, the Form of Proposal, the Construction and Maintenance Bonds, the Council
Proceedings relating to this matter, and the Plans and Specifications shall all be considered
as forming a part of the contract the same as though they were each set out in said contract.
The Contractor agrees to furnish at its own cost and expense, all necessary materials and
labor for said work and to construct said improvements in a thorough, substantial, and
workmanlike manner, and in strict accordance with the requirements of this contract, and of
the plans and specifications made a part hereof by reference, and to the satisfaction and
approval of the City and its engineer.
The Contractor agrees to perform said work and install said improvements on the terms set
out in bid or proposal to the City which has been accepted by the City and which is by
reference made a part of this contract.
The Contractor agrees to commence said work within ten (10) working days after receipt of
"Notice to Proceed." Stage 1 shall be completed on or before May 24, 2024, and Contract
shall be completed within 240 working days, unless an extension of time is granted in writing
by the Council of the City.
Should the Contractor fail to complete said improvements in strict accordance with the terms
and conditions of this contract, or the plans and specifications therefor promptly by the date
herein specified, the City may pay such additional sums as it may be required to pay by
reason of the failure of said contractor and deduct any and all such sums from any amount
then due the Contractor.
The Contractor agrees to comply with and obey all ordinances of the City of Waterloo, Iowa,
relating to the obstruction of streets and alleys, keeping open passage ways for water, traffic,
and protecting any excavations in any street or alley, and maintaining proper and sufficient
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barricades with lights and signals during all hours of darkness, to see that the backfilling is
properly done, and agrees to keep the City whole and defend any and all suits that may be
brought against the City by reason of any injuries that may be sustained by any person or
property allegedly caused by the Contractor, or his agents, while work is done pursuant to
this agreement.
The Contractor agrees that in the event a law suit is brought against the City for damages
allegedly sustained by reason of any act, omission or negligence of the Contractor or its
agents, or on account of any injuries allegedly sustained by reason of any obstruction, hole,
depression or barrier placed or dug by the defendant or its agents, in the doing of the work
herein contracted for, that it will defend said suit and save the City harmless therein, and in
case judgment is rendered against the City, the Contractor agrees to pay the same
promptly. The Contractor agrees to carry public liability insurance in a solvent company in a
sufficient amount to protect the City and those who use the streets of the City.
The City shall have the right to appoint one or more construction reviewers who shall review
the progress of the work in detail; also, to make any test or any material to be used in such
work. No material shall be used in any work until the same has first been approved by the
construction reviewer. Such construction reviewer shall have full authority to pass judgment
upon all materials and upon the manner of doing the work, and their judgment on rejecting
any materials, substance, or manner of work shall be final unless it is revoked or modified by
the City Engineer.
Any material, which has been rejected by the construction reviewer, shall be at once
removed from the line of work and shall not be again taken thereon or placed with the
material proposed to be used without the written consent of the City Engineer.
The Contractor shall maintain no cause of action against the City on account of delays and
prosecution of work, but if said work is delayed by the City, the Contractor shall have such
extra time for completion of the job as was lost by reason of the delay caused by the City.
The Contractor agrees to pay punctually all just claims of labor, material, men, or
subcontractors who shall perform labor or furnish materials entering into this improvement.
It is agreed that the City need not pay the Contractor until all such claims are paid by the
Contractor. It is agreed that the City shall not be liable for said labor, material, or men under
this contract.
The Contractor agrees to furnish the City, simultaneously with this contract, a bond on a
form to be provided by the City in the amount provided by law as stated in the Notice to
Bidders, which shall be for the benefit of the City, and any and all persons injured by the
breach of any of the terms of this contract. Said bond shall be filed with the City Clerk and
shall be subject to the approval of the City Council and is by reference made a part of this
contract.
The Contractor agrees that should it abandon work under this contract or cease the
prosecution thereof for a period of thirty (30) consecutive days without reasonable cause,
and should it fail to proceed with said work within ten (10) days after a notice to continue or
carry it on has been mailed to it at the address given herein by the City, or after such notice
has been served on it, then the City may proceed to complete said work, using any material,
tools, or machinery found along said line of work, doing the work either by contract or as it
may elect, and the Contractor and the sureties on its bond shall be liable to the City for the
costs and expenses so paid out. Said costs shall be retained by the City from any
compensation due, or to become due the Contractor, and may be recovered by the City in
an action upon Contractor's bond.
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In consideration of the full compliance on the part of the Contractor with all the provisions,
stipulations, and conditions hereof, or contained in the various instruments made a part of
this contract by reference, and upon completion and acceptance of said work, the City
agrees to pay to the Contractor, in the manner set out in the Notice to Contractors, the
amount of money due the Contractor for work performed and accepted, at the unit prices set
out in the Contractor's proposal, which has been accepted by the City.
The total amount of the contract, based on the Engineer's estimates of quantities and the
Contractor's unit bid prices, and for which 100% surety bond is required, is
$
After the completion of said work, the Contractor agrees to remove all debris and cleanup
said streets, and to save the City harmless from any damage allegedly resulting from a
failure to clean up and remove the debris or put the street back in a proper condition for
travel.
PAR. 18 This contract is not divisible, but in the event of a conflict between this contract and the
various instruments incorporated by reference, this contract shall govern.
PAR. 19 Before the Contractor shall be entitled to receive final payment for work done under this
contract, it shall execute and file a bond in the penal sum of not less than 100% of the total
amount of the contract, same to be known as "Maintenance Bond," and which bond must be
approved by the City Council, and which bond is in addition to the bond given by the
Contractor to guarantee the completion of the work.
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The Contractor shall maintain all work done hereunder in good order for the period of two (2)
years from and after the date it is accepted by the Council of the City of Waterloo, Iowa.
Said maintenance shall be made without expense to the City or the abutting property. In the
event of the failure or default of the Contractor to remedy any or all defects appearing in said
work within a period of two (2) years from the date of its acceptance by said Council, and
after having been given ten (10) days' notice so to do by registered letter deposited in the
United States Post Office in said town, addressed to said contractor at the address herein
given, then the City may proceed to remedy such defects. The costs and expenses thereof
to be recovered from the Contractor and the sureties on its maintenance bond by an action
brought in any court of competent jurisdiction.
The Contractor shall give notice to said City by registered letter directed to the Mayor or City
Clerk/Auditor thereof not more than four (4) and not less than three (3) months prior to the
expiration of the term during which the Contractor is required to maintain said improvements,
in good repair by the terms of its Contract. The liability of the Contractor and of the sureties
on its bond for maintenance of the said improvements shall continue until three (3) months
after such notice has been given to the City, and, in any event, until two (2) years after the
acceptance of the work.
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CITY OF WATERLOO, IOWA
Mayor
City Clerk
Contractor
BY:
Title:
Approved by the City Council of the City of Waterloo, Iowa, this day of , 20.
ATTEST: , City Clerk
Waterloo, Iowa
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