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8 6 07 City Council Minutes Official CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS OFFICIAL The Dubuque City Council met in regular session at 6:30 p.m. on August 6, 2007, in the Public Library Auditorium Present: Mayor Buol, Council Members Braig, Cline, Connors, Jones, Lynch, Michalski, City Manager Van Milligen, City Attorney Lindahl Mayor Buol read the call and stated this is a regular session called for the purpose of discussing such matters which may properly come before the Council. Invocation was provided by Pastor Robert De Corah, Grandview Heights Baptist Church PROCLAMATION Responsible Gaming Week (August 6–10, 2007) was accepted by Bruce Wentworth, Dubuque Racing Association, 1855 Greyhound Road. PRESENTATION 1,000 Friends of Iowa Best Development Award Presentation was accepted by John Gronen, of Gronen Properties, 1086 Main Street; Public Health Specialist Mary Rose Corrigan, 1300 Main Street; and Architect Jeff Morton, 206 Bluff Street. CONSENT ITEMS Motion by Cline to receive and file the documents and dispose of as indicated. Seconded by Jones. Braig requested (#21) Comprehensive Plan Goals be held for separate discussion. Motion carried 7.0. Minutes and Reports Submitted: Arts and Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission of 5/16, 6/26, and 7/5; City Council of 7/16; Electrical Code Board of 7/23; Housing Code Appeals Board of 3/20; Investment Oversight Advisory Commission of 7/31; Library Board of Trustees of 5/24 and 6/15; Park and Recreation Commission of 7/10; Substance Abuse Services Center th Fourth Quarterly Report; Investment Oversight Advisory Commission 57 Quarterly Proofs of publication of City Council Proceedings of July 2 and 9, 2007 and List of Claims and Summary of Revenues for month ended June 30, 2007; Report. Upon motion the documents were received and filed. Notice of Claims/Suits: Elmer Arensdorf for property damage; Richard and Linda Cathman for property damage; Joseph H. Fecker, Jr. for property damage; Jean Heim for vehicle damage; Grace Keith for property damage; Karen Leicht for property damage; Krystle Lorenz for property damage; Neil Pitman for property damage; David and Ellen Rath for property damage; Anthony Rokusek for property damage; Donald and Katherine Schneider for property damage; Nelle Trefz for property damage; John and Valerie Herber for property damage. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and referred to the City Attorney. City Attorney advising that the following claims have been referred to Public Entity Risk Services of Iowa, the agent for the Iowa Communities Assurance Pool: American Family Insurance for vehicle damage; Elmer Arensdorf for property damage; Lisa Bowers for property damage; William Brown for property damage; Linda and Richard Cathman for property damage; Joseph H. Fecker, Jr. for property damage; Jean Heim for vehicle damage; David and Ellen Rath for property damage; Beth Hilkin for property damage; Lisa Huinker for property damage; Tracy Little for property damage; Joan Overhouse for property damage; Donald and Katherine Schneider for property damage; Ann Till for property damage; Julie Welter for property damage; Neil Pitman for property damage. City Attorney recommending that the claims of Karen Leicht, Grace Keith, Nelle Trefz, and Krystle Lorenz for property damage be referred to Tricor Insurance and Financial Services. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and concurred. Citizen Communications: Communication from Jeanne Beeghley, 3060 Deerwood Circle, regarding the condition of Asbury Road from St. Ambrose west to JFK Road, and the intersection of Cedar Cross Road and Highway 20. Communication from Judy Dupont and the Cyril G. Habel Family, 13212 Sherrill Road, regarding the intersection of the Northwest Arterial and Asbury Road. Communication from Esther Thome, 2820 Brunswick Street, requesting to purchase a portion of a City street/alley abutting her property. Communication from David L. Clemens, representing Denise Keller, requesting to purchase a portion of an alley abutting the property at 1819 Pierce Street. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and referred to the City Manager. All-America City: Communication from the National League of Cities congratulating the City of Dubuque on receiving the 2007 All-America City award. Communication from the City of Hollywood, Florida congratulating the City of Dubuque on receiving the 2007 All-America City award. Upon motion the documents were received and filed. Civil Service Commission: Civil Service Commission submitting the certified list for the positions of Records Supervisor and Police Officer. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and made a Matter of Record. Office of the City Assessor: Communication from the City Assessor advising that Vickie Ann Glab has appealed her 2007 property tax assessment to the Property Assessment Appeal Board in Des Moines. Upon motion the documents were received and filed. Community Development Block Grant Purchase of Service Agreements: City Manager recommending approval of an amendment to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Purchase of Service Agreements for the Northeast Iowa School of Music, Dubuque County ISU Extension and the Four Mounds Foundation. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. Purchase of Property – 2100 Kniest Street: City Manager recommending approval to purchase a residential duplex dwelling located at 2100 Kniest Street as part of the acquisition program associated with the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 402-07 Approving the acquisition of real estate located at 2100 Kniest Street in the City of Dubuque was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 402-07 2 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL ESTATE LOCATED AT 2100 KNIEST STREET, IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE WHEREAS, the City of Dubuque intends to acquire certain properties located in the area of the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project for stormwater mitigation activities as recommended in the 2001 HDR “Drainage Basin Master Plan;” and WHEREAS, a purchase agreement has been finalized with the owner of the twenty first property scheduled for acquisition. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the City of Dubuque hereby approves the acquisition of the following legally described property: The Southwest 97 feet of Lot 5, and the Southeast 15 feet of the Southwest 97 feet of Lot 4, all in Frisch’s Subdivision in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, according to the recorded plat thereof, At the cost of Seventy thousand dollars ($70,000). Section 2. That the City of Dubuque be and is hereby authorized to accept a Quit Claim deed from the owner, conveying the owner’s interest to the City of Dubuque, Iowa for the herein described real estate. Section 3. That the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and directed to cause said Quit Claim Deed to be recorded in the office of the Dubuque County Recorder, together with certified copy of the Resolution. Section 4.That the City Clerk be and she is hereby directed to forward a copy of this Resolution to the Dubuque County Assessor and the Dubuque County Auditor. th Passed, approved, and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne Schneider, CMC, City Clerk Purchase of Property – 2249 and 2251 Prince Street: City Manager recommending approval to purchase a residential duplex dwelling located at 2249 and 2251 Prince Street as part of the acquisition program associated with the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 403-07 Approving the acquisition of real estate located at 2249 and 2251 Prince Street in the City of Dubuque was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 403-07 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL ESTATE LOCATED AT 2249 AND 2251 PRINCE STREET IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE WHEREAS, the City of Dubuque intends to acquire certain properties located in the area of the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project for stormwater mitigation activities as recommended in the 2001 HDR “Drainage Basin Master Plan;” and WHEREAS, a purchase agreement has been finalized with the owner of the twenty second property scheduled for acquisition. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the City of Dubuque hereby approves the acquisition of the following legally described property: The Northerly half of Lot 52 in “Sanford Subdivision” in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, according to the recorded Plat thereof. The Northerly half of Lot 51, and the Southerly half of Lot 52, in “Sanford Subdivision” in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, according to the recorded Plat thereof. At the cost of One hundred twelve thousand two hundred dollars ($112,200). Section 2. That the City of Dubuque be and is hereby authorized to accept a Quit Claim 3 deed from the owner, conveying the owner’s interest to the City of Dubuque, Iowa for the herein described real estate. Section 3. That the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and directed to cause said Quit Claim Deed to be recorded in the office of the Dubuque County Recorder, together with certified copy of the Resolution. Section 4. That the City Clerk be and she is hereby directed to forward a copy of this Resolution to the Dubuque County Assessor and the Dubuque County Auditor. th Passed, approved, and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne Schneider, CMC, City Clerk Purchase of Property – 2006 Kniest Street: City Manager recommending approval to purchase a residential dwelling located at 2006 Kniest Street as part of the acquisition program associated with the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 404-07 Approving the acquisition of real estate located at 2006 Kniest Street in the City of Dubuque was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 404-07 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL ESTATE LOCATED AT 2006 KNIEST STREET, IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE WHEREAS, the City of Dubuque intends to acquire certain properties located in the area of the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project for stormwater mitigation activities as recommended in the 2001 HDR “Drainage Basin Master Plan;” and WHEREAS, a purchase agreement has been finalized with the owner of the eighteenth property scheduled for acquisition. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the City of Dubuque hereby approves the acquisition of the following legally described property: The northerly one-third of Lot 5 of L. Kniest’s Subdivision of part of Mineral Lot 314, in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, At the cost of Sixty four thousand dollars ($64,000). Section 2. That the City of Dubuque be and is hereby authorized to accept a Quit Claim deed from the owner, conveying the owner’s interest to the City of Dubuque, Iowa for the herein described real estate. Section 3. That the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and directed to cause said Quit Claim Deed to be recorded in the office of the Dubuque County Recorder, together with certified copy of the Resolution. Section 4.That the City Clerk be and she is hereby directed to forward a copy of this Resolution to the Dubuque County Assessor and the Dubuque County Auditor. th Passed, approved, and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne Schneider, CMC, City Clerk Purchase of Property – 2234 Washington Street: City Manager recommending approval to purchase a residential dwelling located at 2234 Washington Street as part of the acquisition program associated with the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 405-07 Approving the acquisition of real estate located at 2234 Washington Street in the City of Dubuque was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 405-07 4 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL ESTATE LOCATED AT 2234 WASHINGTON STREET IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE WHEREAS, the City of Dubuque intends to acquire certain properties located in the area of the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project for stormwater mitigation activities as recommended in the 2001 HDR “Drainage Basin Master Plan;” and WHEREAS, a purchase agreement has been finalized with the owner of the twentieth property scheduled for acquisition. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the City of Dubuque hereby approves the acquisition of the following legally described property: The North ½ of Lot 1 of Lot 3 of Lot 102 in L.H. Langworthy’s Addition to the City of Dubuque, Iowa, according to the recorded plat thereof, at the cost of Seventy thousand dollars ($70,000). Section 2. That the City of Dubuque be and is hereby authorized to accept a Quit Claim deed from the owner, conveying the owner’s interest to the City of Dubuque, Iowa for the herein described real estate. Section 3. That the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and directed to cause said Quit Claim Deed to be recorded in the office of the Dubuque County Recorder, together with certified copy of the Resolution. Section 4. That the City Clerk be and she is hereby directed to forward a copy of this Resolution to the Dubuque County Assessor and the Dubuque County Auditor. th Passed, approved, and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne Schneider, CMC, City Clerk Purchase of Property – 509 Rhomberg Avenue: City Manager recommending approval to purchase a residential dwelling located at 509 Rhomberg Avenue as part of the acquisition program associated with the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 406-07 Approving the acquisition of real estate located at 509 Rhomberg Avenue in the City of Dubuque was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 406-07 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF REAL ESTATE LOCATED AT 509 RHOMBERG AVENUE IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE WHEREAS, the City of Dubuque intends to acquire certain properties located in the area of the Bee Branch Creek Restoration Project for stormwater mitigation activities as recommended in the 2001 HDR “Drainage Basin Master Plan;” and WHEREAS, a purchase agreement has been finalized with the owner of the nineteenth property scheduled for acquisition. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the City of Dubuque hereby approves the acquisition of the following legally described property: Lot 15 in Smedley’s Subdivision in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, according to the recorded plat thereof, at the cost of Fifty three thousand dollars ($53,000). Section 2. That the City of Dubuque be and is hereby authorized to accept a Quit Claim deed from the owner, conveying the owner’s interest to the City of Dubuque, Iowa for the herein described real estate. Section 3. That the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and directed to cause said Quit Claim Deed to be recorded in the office of the Dubuque County Recorder, together with 5 certified copy of the Resolution. Section 4. That the City Clerk be and she is hereby directed to forward a copy of this Resolution to the Dubuque County Assessor and the Dubuque County Auditor. th Passed, approved, and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne Schneider, CMC, City Clerk Request for Proposals for “Green” Consulting Services: City Manager recommending approval of the issuance of a request for proposals for consulting services related to advancing Dubuque as a sustainable community and to include energy management consulting, monitoring and education, and identification and implementation of energy use reduction strategies for the benefit of low and moderate-income homeowners and tenants in the downtown neighborhoods. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Agreement: City Manager recommending approval of the Fiscal Year 2008 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Agreement with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in the amount of $1,252,136. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 407-07 Authorizing execution of a Community Development Block Grant Agreement with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 407-07 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Whereas, under provisions of Title I of Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, the City of Dubuque prepared and submitted an Annual Action Plan for a Community Development Block Grant; and Whereas, the submission has been approved by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in the amount of $1,252,136 for a twelve month program year commencing July 1, 2007 and ending June 30, 2008; and Whereas, a grant agreement covering the activities proposed to be carried out with the Community Development Block Grant funds has been transmitted to the City of Dubuque by the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the Funding Approval/Agreement, authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for July 1, 2007 for a Community Development Block Grant to the City of Dubuque in the amount of $1,252,136 and identified as Grant Number B-07-MC- 19-0004 is hereby accepted. Section 2. That the Mayor of the City of Dubuque be and he is hereby authorized and directed to execute said Agreement on behalf of the City of Dubuque, Iowa. th Passed, approved and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk Purchase of Service Agreements – Amendments: City Manager recommending approval of an amendment to the Community Development Block Grant Purchase of Service Agreements for the Washington Neighborhood Tool Library, Project Concern, and Hills and Dales. Upon 6 motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. Consolidated Plan Addendum: City Manager recommending approval of an addendum to the City’s Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development for Fiscal Years 2006 – 2010. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 408-07 Resolution approving the FY 2007 addendum to the Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development FY 2006-2010 was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 408-07 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FY 2007 ADDENDUM TO THE CONSOLIDATED PLAN FOR HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FY 2006-2010 Whereas, the City of Dubuque approved and adopted the Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development FY 2006-2010 on April 18, 2005 by Resolution No. 177-05, and Whereas, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has requested the City amend our Plan to address recently adopted federal requirements; and Whereas, said amendment is a non-substantial amendment as provided in the City's Citizen Participation Plan and must therefore be approved by resolution of the City Council after the Community Development Advisory Commission review and recommendation; and Whereas, the Community Development Advisory Commission reviewed the proposed amendment on July 18, 2007 and voted to approve said amendment and to recommend approval by the City Council. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the City of Dubuque Fiscal Year 2007 Addendum to the Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development FY 2006-2010 be and the same is hereby approved and adopted. Section 2. That the City Council authorizes the Mayor to sign the document on behalf of the City of Dubuque, Iowa and further directs the City Manager to submit said Addendum and a copy of this resolution to the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. th Passed, approved and adopted this 6 day of August 2007. Roy D Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk Board and Commission Resignations: Rachel Savage submitting her resignation from the Housing Commission. Ken Bichell submitting his resignation from the Zoning Advisory Commission. Mary Lynn Neumeister submitting her resignation from the Long Range Planning Advisory Commission. Upon motion the documents were received, filed and resignations accepted. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development: Communication from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development acknowledging receipt of the City’s amendment to the Fiscal Year 2007 CDBG Annual Action Plan. Communication from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development expressing appreciation for the City of Dubuque’s participation in the National Call to Action for Affordable Housing through Regulatory Reform. Upon motion the documents were received and filed. 2008 Fireworks Display: Communication from the Dubuque Jaycees, KDTH, KATF, KGRR and The River requesting permission to conduct a fireworks display on Thursday, July 3, 2008 (rain date of July 4, 2008) on Volunteer Road. Upon motion the documents were received, 7 filed, and approved. Legislative Correspondence: Communication to Congressman Bruce Braley urging support for the Energy Efficiency Block Grant program. Communication from Tom Cochran, The United States Conference of Mayors, urging support for the Energy Efficiency Block Grant program. Upon motion the documents were received and filed. Comprehensive Plan Goals: City Manager submitting City Attorney Lindahl’s suggested revisions to the Long Range Planning Advisory Commission’s recommended updates to the 2002 Comprehensive Plan. Motion by Braig to receive and file the documents. Seconded by Connors. Braig explained the review process for the Comprehensive Plan and said there will be a public hearing prior to adopting the plan. Michalski said that the implication that these are City goals remains an unresolved, primary concern for her. She said that some goals are not the City’s responsibility such as funding certain aspects, for which the cost can be shared or the sole responsibility of the City. Cline said that public input has been incorporated. She suggested concerns be referred to the City Attorney for direction. Motion carried 7-0. City Manager Employment Agreement: Submittal of the Seventeenth Amendment to the City Manager’s Employment Agreement for approval. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. City Attorney Compensation: Upon motion Resolution No. 409-07 Establishing the compensation of the City Attorney was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 409-07 ESTABLISHING THE COMPENSATION OF THE CITY ATTORNEY Whereas, the City Council appoints the City Attorney; and Whereas, the City Council from time to time establishes the compensation of the City Attorney. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. The base salary of the City Attorney is hereby established, effective July 1, 2007, at $130,000. The base salary of the City Attorney shall be adjusted effective July 1, 2007 by the same percentage as for all other non-bargaining unit employees. st Section 2. The base salary of the City Attorney shall also be adjusted July 1 of each succeeding year, by the same percentage as for all other non-bargaining unit employees. Section 3. The City Attorney shall be entitled to longevity pay as for all other non-bargaining unit City employees. th Passed, approved and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk Downtown Area Parking Needs Study: City Manager recommending approval of the issuance of a Request for Qualifications to complete a Downtown Area Parking Needs Assessment Study. Upon motion the documents were received, filed, and approved. Establishment of Fair Market Value – 625 Gillespie Street: City Manager recommending approval of establishing the fair market value of the property located at 625 Gillespie Street for 8 nd purposes of acquisition of the property for expansion of the 32 Street storm water detention basin. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 410-07 Establishing the fair market value of certain real property owned by the estate of Arthur P. Frommelt in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 410-07 ESTABLISHING THE FAIR MARKET VALUE OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY THE ESTATE OF ARTHUR P. FOMMELT IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) intends to acquire certain real property owned by the Estate of Arthur P. Frommelt (Owner), legally described as follows (the Property): Lots 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 Finks Subdivision in the City of Dubuque, Iowa, as shown in Exhibit A for the nd purpose of expanding the 32 Street Detention Basin; and Whereas, Iowa law requires that City must make a good faith effort to negotiate with Owner to purchase the Property before proceeding with condemnation; AND Whereas, City may not make an offer to purchase the Property which is less than the fair market value City has established for the Property; and Whereas, City has caused an appraisal of the Property to be made and the appraised value of the Property is $120,900.00; and Whereas, the City Council now desires to establish the fair market value of the Property. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA AS FOLLOWS: 1. The fair market value of the Property is hereby established to be $120,900.00. 2. The City Manager and the City Attorney are hereby authorized to commence negotiations with Owner of the Property and any other interested parties for the purchase of the Property for a purchase price which is not less than the fair market value established by this Resolution. th Passed, approved and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk Quarterly Investment Report: City Manager submitting the June 30, 2007 Quarterly Investment Report. Upon motion the documents were received and filed. US 52 North Storm Sewer Improvements: City Manager recommending approval of a cooperative agreement with the Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) for the U.S. 52 North Storm Sewer Improvement Project. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 411-07 Approving the Cooperative Agreement between the Iowa Department of Transportation and the City of Dubuque establishing or improving an extension of Primary Road No. U.S. 52 was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 411-07 APPROVING THE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE CITY OF DUBUQUE ESTABLISHING OR IMPROVING AN EXTENSION OF PRIMARY ROAD NO. U.S. 52 Whereas, the City of Dubuque (City) in joint cooperation with the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) proposes to establish or improve the storm sewer system on North U.S. 52 (the Project); and Whereas, the City and DOT are willing to jointly participate in the Project; and Whereas, the total Project cost is estimated at $189,712.00; and Whereas, DOT will contribute an estimated $40,838.19 toward the Project with the City 9 responsible for the remaining $148,873.81; and Whereas, the DOT shall reimburse the City upon completion of the Project; and Whereas, the City and DOT desire to enter into the Cooperative Agreement attached hereto. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the Cooperative Agreement attached hereto is hereby approved, and the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to sign the Cooperative Agreement on behalf of the City of Dubuque. th Passed, adopted and approved this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, CMC, City Clerk Sewer Cured-in-Place Pipe (CIPP) Lining Project: City Manager recommending award of the public improvement contract for the Sewer Cured-in-Place Pipe (CIPP) Lining Project to Visu-Sewer Clean and Seal in the amount of $177,865. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 412-07 Awarding public improvement contract for the CIPP Lining Project to Visu-Sewer Clean and Seal was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 412-07 AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CONTRACT FOR THE 2007 SEWER CIPP LINING PROJECT Whereas, sealed proposals have been submitted by contractors for the 2007 Sewer CIPP Lining Project (the Project) pursuant to Resolution No. 369-07 and Notice to Bidders published th in a newspaper published in the City of Dubuque, Iowa on the 6 day of July, 2007. Whereas, said sealed proposals were opened and read on the 26th day of July, 2007 and it has been determined that Visu-Sewer Clean & Seal of Pewaukee, Wisconsin, with a bid in the amount of $177,865.00, is the lowest responsive, responsible bidder for the Project. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: That a Public Improvement Contract for the Project is hereby awarded to Visu-Sewer Clean & Seal and the City Manager is hereby directed to execute a Public Improvement Contract on behalf of the City of Dubuque for the Project. th Passed, approved and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, CMC, City Clerk Iowa Great Places Grant Agreement: City Manager recommending approval of the grant agreement with the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs for the Bi-Lingual Bike/Hike Trail Signage Project. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 413- 07 Authorizing a grant agreement for an Iowa Great Places Grant for the Bi-Lingual Bike/Hike Trail Signage Project was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 413-07 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A GRANT AGREEMENT FOR AN IOWA GREAT PLACES GRANT FOR THE BI-LINGUAL BIKE/HIKE TRAIL SIGNAGE PROJECT Whereas, the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs provides grants to the communities designated as part of the Iowa Great Places Program; and Whereas, the City of Dubuque has been awarded an Iowa Great Places Grant for the Bi- 10 lingual Bike/Hike Trail Signage Project. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the City Council hereby authorizes the execution of the Iowa Great Places grant agreement with the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs for the Bi-lingual Bike/Hike Trail Signage Project. Section 2. That the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute said grant agreement on behalf of the City of Dubuque. th Passed, approved and adopted this 6 day of August 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk Improvement Contracts/Performance, Payment and Maintenance Bonds: US 52 North Storm Sewer Improvement Project, Grand River Center Carpet Replacement Project, Third Street Overpass Light Replacement Project, Star Brewery Drive Construction Project. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 414-07 Approving public improvement contracts and bonds was adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 414-07 APPROVING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTS AND BONDS Whereas, the City Council has awarded the following public improvement contracts: 1. By Resolution No. 256-07, Public Improvement Contract for the US 52 North Storm Sewer Improvement project; and 2. By Resolution No. 259-07, Public Improvement Contract for the Grand River Center Carpet Replacement Project; and 3. By Resolution No. 288-07, Public Improvement Contract for the Third Street Overpass Light Replacement Project; and 4. By Resolution No. 320-07, Public Improvement Contract for the Star Brewery Drive Construction Project. Whereas, the Contractors have submitted the executed public improvement contracts and bonds. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: The Public Improvement Contracts and bonds attached hereto are hereby approved. th Passed, approved and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, CMC, City Clerk Business Licenses: City Manager recommending approval of annual liquor license renewals as submitted. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 415-07 Granting the issuance of two renewal permits to sell cigarettes and cigarette papers in the City of Dubuque; Resolution No. 416-07 Granting the issuance of a Class “C” Beer Permit to Sid’s Beverage Store; and Resolution No. 417-07 Granting the issuance of a Class “C” Beer/Liquor License to Club Phoenix, Shannon’s Bar and Grill, and the Ten Pin Tap; a Special Class “C” Liquor License to Bell Tower Productions; a Class “B” Wine Permit to Sid’s Beverage Store; a Class “WBN” Native Wine Permit to Bricktown Brewery; and a Special Class “C” Liquor License (5-Day Special Event) to Dubuque Jaycees for August 17, September 7, and October 6, 2007, were adopted. 11 RESOLUTION NO. 415-07 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: That the following having complied with the provisions of law relating to the sale of Cigarettes within the City of Dubuque, Iowa, be granted a permit to sell Cigarettes and Cigarette Papers within said City. 2 RENEWALS A.W.N. Stop Mart # 2 A.W.N. Stop Mart 1401 Central A.W.N. Stop Mart A.W.N. Stop Mart 1998 Jackson th Passed, approved and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, CMC, City Clerk RESOLUTION NO. 416-07 Whereas, applications for Beer Permits have been submitted and filed to this Council for approval and the same have been examined and approved: and Whereas, the premises to be occupied by such applicants were inspected and found to comply with the Ordinances of the City and have filed proper bonds. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: That the Manager be authorized to cause to be issued the following named applicants a Beer Permit. CLASS “C” BEER PERMIT Sid’s Beverage Store, Inc. Sid’s Beverage Store+(Sunday Sale) 2727 Dodge St. Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, CMC, City Clerk RESOLUTION NO. 417-07 Whereas, applications for Liquor Licenses have been submitted to this Council for approval and the same have been examined and approved; and Whereas, the premises to be occupied by such applicants were inspected and found to comply with the State Laws and all City Ordinances relevant thereto and they have filed proper bonds. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: That the Manager be authorized to cause to be issued the following named applicants a Liquor License. CLASS “C” BEER/LIQUOR LICENSE W & B Properties LLC Club Phoenix 920 Main St nd Shannon’s Bar Shannon’s Bar & Grill+(Sunday Sale) 521 E. 22 St Haggerty Enterprises Ten Pin Tap+(Sunday Sale) 601 Rhomberg Av SPECIAL CLASS “C” LIQUOR Bell Tower Productions Bell Tower Productions+(Sunday Sale) 2728 Asbury Rd CLASS “B” WINE Sid’s Beverage Store Sid’s Beverage Store 2727 Dodge St CLASS “WBN” NATIVE WINE RB Restaurant Management Bricktown Brewery 299 Main Street SPECIAL CLASS “C” LIQUOR(5 DAY SPECIAL EVENT) 12 Dubuque Jaycees Dubuque Jaycees(8-17-07) Town Clock Plaza Dubuque Jaycees Dubuque Jaycees(09-07-07) Town Clock Plaza Dubuque Jaycees Dubuque Jaycees(10-06-07) Cable Car Square Passed, approved and adopted this 6h day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, CMC, City Clerk Issuance of Not to Exceed $25,000,000 of Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Bonds and Port of Dubuque Public Parking Ramp Bid Award: City Manager advising that the special City Council meeting to approve the issuance of not to exceed $25,000,000 Urban Renewal Tax Increment Revenue Bonds and the Port of Dubuque Public Parking Ramp bid award has been changed to Wednesday, August 22, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. in the Library Auditorium. Upon motion the documents were received and filed. ITEM TO BE SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING Motion by Cline to receive and file the documents, set the public hearing as indicated, and direct the City Clerk to publish notice as prescribed by law. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0. Disposal of Previously Vacated Alley: City Manager recommending that a public hearing be set for August 20, 2007, to consider approval for the disposition of the City’s interest in Lot 19A of Union Avenue Subdivision to Greg F. and Dawn M. Swift. Upon motion the documents were received and filed and Resolution No. 418-07 Resolution of intent to dispose of City interest in Lot 19A of Union Avenue Subdivision in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa, was adopted setting a public hearing at a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. on August 20, 2007, in the Public Library Auditorium. RESOLUTION NO. 418-07 RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO DISPOSE OF CITY INTEREST IN LOT 19A OF UNION AVENUE SUBDIVISION IN THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, DUBUQUE COUNTY, IOWA Whereas, Greg F. and Dawn M. Swift have requested the disposal of a portion of a vacated alley platted as Lot 19A of Union Avenue Subdivision; and Whereas, Buesing & Associates has prepared and recorded a plat showing the vacated alley and assigned lot number thereto, which is known and described as Lot 19A of Union Avenue Subdivision in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa, as recorded in Instrument No. 6630-92 in the Office of the Dubuque County Recorder. Whereas, Lot 19A of Union Avenue Subdivision was a portion of a former public alley vacated by Ordinance No. 30-92 on April 20, 1992. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the City of Dubuque intends to dispose of its interest in Lot 19A of Union Avenue Subdivision in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa. Section 2. That the conveyance of Lot 19A of Union Avenue Subdivision in the City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa, to Greg F. and Dawn M. Swift be contingent upon the payment of publication and filing fees of $100. Section 3. That the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed to cause a notice of intent to dispose of said real estate to be published in the manner as prescribed by law. th Passed, approved and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. 13 Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, CMC, City Clerk BOARDS/COMMISSIONS Applicants were invited to address the City Council regarding their desire to serve on the following Boards/Commissions. No applicants spoke. Building Code Board of Appeals: One 3-year expired term through August 1, 2010 (Term of Jahns, Journeyman/Carpenter); One 3-year expired term through August 2, 2010 (Term of Kolf, Architect/Engineer); One 3-year expired term through August 1, 2008 (Term of Gudenkauf, At Large), One 3-year expired term through August 1, 2009 (Term of Carr, General Contractor), One 3-year expired term through August 1, 2009 (Term of Luchsinger, At Large). Applicants: John Schwendinger (Journeyman/Carpenter), James Kolf (Architect/Engineer), No applicant (At-Large), Chuck Carr (General Contractor), Richard Luchsinger (At-Large). Housing Commission: Three 3-year expired terms through August 17, 2010 (Terms of Eddy, Schwendinger, and Kapler). One 3-year vacant term through August 17, 2009 (Term of Savage). Applicants: Char Eddy; Erica Johnson; Judie Root; Dorothy Schwendinger, OSF. Transit Board of Trustees: One 3-year expired term through July 30, 2010 (Term of Stedman). Applicants: Harry Bemis, Ruth Scharnau, Don Stedman. PUBLIC HEARINGS Upon motion the rules were suspended allowing anyone to address the City Council. Cancer Survivor Park Lease Agreement: Proof of publication on notice of hearing to consider disposing of interest in real property by lease agreement with The Finley Hospital for the Cancer Survivor Park and City Manager recommending approval. Motion by Cline to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 419-07 Disposing of an interest in real property by lease with The Finley Hospital. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 419-07 DISPOSING OF AN INTEREST IN REAL PROPERTY BY LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE FINLEY HOSPITAL WHEREAS, the City of Dubuque, Iowa (City) is the owner of the following described real estate (the Property): Lots 21 and 22 – Finley Home Addition; and WHEREAS, The Finley Hospital, an Iowa Corporation desires to lease the Property for the construction and operation of a park as set forth in the Lease Agreement attached hereto; and WHEREAS, on August 6, 2007, the City Council pursuant to notice published as required by law held a public hearing on its intent to dispose of the foregoing interest in the Property and overruled all objections thereto; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that it is in the best interest of the City to approve the disposition of such interest in the Property. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. The City Council of the City of Dubuque approves the disposition of the City’s interest in the foregoing-described Property by lease to The Finley Hospital. Section 2. The Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to sign this Resolution and the Lease Agreement. 14 Passed, approved and adopted this 6th day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk Water Revenue Capital Loan Notes: Proof of publication on notice of hearing to consider approval of the issuance of $1,037,000 Water Revenue Capital Loan Notes and City Manager recommending approval. Motion by Connors to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 420-07 Instituting proceedings to take additional action for the authorization of a Loan and Disbursement Agreement and the issuance of $1,037,000 Water Revenue Capital Loan Notes. Seconded by Cline. Motion carried 7-0. The Council then considered the proposed action and the extent of objections thereto. Whereupon, Council Member Joyce Connors introduced and delivered to the Clerk the Resolution hereinafter set out entitled "RESOLUTION INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE AUTHORIZATION OF A LOAN AND DISBURSEMENT AGREEMENT AND THE ISSUANCE OF $1,037,000 WATER REVENUE CAPITAL LOAN NOTES", and moved that the Resolution be adopted. Council Member Patricia Cline seconded the motion. The roll was called and the vote was, AYES: Buol, Cline Connors, Jones, Braig, Lynch, Michalski; NAYS: None. Whereupon, the Mayor declared the measure duly adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 420-07 RESOLUTION INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE AUTHORIZATION OF A LOAN AND DISBURSEMENT AGREEMENT AND THE ISSUANCE OF $1,037,000 WATER REVENUE CAPITAL LOAN NOTES WHEREAS, pursuant to notice published as required by law, this Council has held a public meeting and hearing upon the proposal to institute proceedings for the authorization of a Loan and Disbursement Agreement by and between the City, the Iowa Finance Authority, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. and the issuance to the Iowa Finance Authority of $1,037,000 Water Revenue Capital Loan Notes to evidence the obligations of the City under said Loan and Disbursement Agreement, for the purpose of paying costs of acquisition, construction, reconstruction, extending, remodeling, improving, repairing and equipping all or part of the Municipal Water Utility, including those costs associated with the restoration of two deteriorating concrete clear well storage reservoirs, and has considered the extent of objections received from residents or property owners as to said proposal and, accordingly the following action is now considered to be in the best interests of the City and residents thereof: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That this Council does hereby institute proceedings and takes additional action for the authorization of a Loan and Disbursement Agreement by and between the City, the Iowa Finance Authority, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. and the issuance to the Iowa Finance Authority in the manner required by law of $1,037,000 Water Revenue Capital Loan Notes for the foregoing purpose. Section 2. That this Council does hereby consent to the terms and conditions of the DWSRF Loan Program, which terms and conditions and the disclosures provided with respect thereto are hereby acknowledged, accepted and approved. Section 3. That the City Clerk, with the assistance of the City Attorney and bond counsel, is hereby authorized and directed to proceed with the preparation of such documents and 15 proceedings as shall be necessary to authorize the City's participation in the DWSRF Loan Program, to select a suitable date for final Council authorization of the required Loan and Disbursement Agreement and issuance of the Note to evidence the City's obligations thereunder, and to take such other actions as the Clerk shall deem necessary to permit the completion of a loan on a basis favorable to the City and acceptable to this Council. th Passed and approved this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, CMC, City Clerk Eagle Point Water Plant Clear Well Rehabilitation Project: Proof of publication on notice of hearing to consider approval of the plans and specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for the Eagle Point Water Plant Clear Well Rehabilitation Project and City Manager recommending approval. Motion by Michalski to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 421-07 Approving plans and specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for the Eagle Point Water Plant Clear Well Rehabilitation Project. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 421-07 APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED COST FOR THE EAGLE POINT WATER PLANT CLEAR WELL RESERVOIR REHABILITATION PROJECT. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: That the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Eagle Point Water Plant Clear Well Reservoir Rehabilitation Project, in the estimated amount of $1,037,421, are hereby approved. Passed, adopted and approved this 6th day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk Five Flags Sidewalk Replacement Project: Proof of publication on notice of hearing to consider approval of the plans and specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for the Five Flags Sidewalk Replacement Project and recommending award of the public improvement to Portzen Construction, Inc., in the amount of $179,937.65, and the City Manager recommending approval. Motion by Connors to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 422-07 Approving plans and specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for the Five Flags Sidewalk Replacement Project, and Resolution No. 423-07 Awarding public improvement contract for the Five Flags Sidewalk Replacement Project to Portzen Construction, Inc., in the amount of $179,937.65. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 422-07 APPROVAL OF PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATED COST FOR THE FIVE FLAGS SIDEWALK AND LIGHTING REPLACEMENT PROJECT NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: That the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Five Flags Sidewalk and Lighting Replacement Project, in the estimated amount $225,544.50, are hereby approved. 16 th Passed, adopted and approved this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, CMC, City Clerk RESOLUTION NO. 423-07 AWARDING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT CONTRACT FOR THE FIVE FLAGS SIDEWALK AND LIGHTING REPLACEMENT PROJECT Whereas, sealed proposals have been submitted by contractors for the Five Flags Sidewalk and Lighting Replacement Project (the Project) pursuant to Resolution No. 393-07 and Notice th to Bidders published in a newspaper published in the City of Dubuque, Iowa on the 16 and th 20 days of July, 2007. Whereas, said sealed proposals were opened and read on the 31st day of July, 2007 and it has been determined that Portzen Construction, Inc. of Dubuque, Iowa, with a bid in the amount of $179,937.65 - Base Bid of $173,667.65, plus Alternate Bid (Traffic Signal Installation) of $6,270.00, is the lowest responsive, responsible bidder for the Project. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: That a Public Improvement Contract for the Project is hereby awarded to Portzen Construction, Inc. and the City Manager is hereby directed to execute a Public Improvement Contract on behalf of the City of Dubuque for the Project. th Passed, approved and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, CMC, City Clerk Art’s Way / Vessel Inc. Development Agreement: Proof of publication on notice of hearing to consider approval of a development agreement with Art’s-Way Vessel’s, Inc., the sale of 5.97 acres of land in Dubuque Industrial Center West and the use of Tax Increment Financing for the project and City Manager recommending approval. Motion by Connors to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 424-07 Approving a Development Agreement providing for the sale of 5.97 acres in the Dubuque Industrial Center West to Art’s Way Vessels, Inc. Seconded by Jones. Mark Klausner, Marke LLC, and Arts’ Way Vessels, Inc. President E. W. Muehlhause both spoke regarding the development agreement. Lynch questioned when tenant Art’s Way will be out of the current building and was told they would be up and running approximately mid-November of this year. Lynch said that he would vote in favor of the development agreement but urged the two parties to work out their differences quickly. Van Milligen said that the development agreement stated building construction was to be finished December 31, 2007. Michalski questioned the configuration of the building. Klausner requested for the record that he needs the building Art’s Way is currently occupying vacated by October 4. He said the tenant was given one-year’s notice to vacate and they are still not out. Buol said that was not a City issue. Connors reiterated that the Council is approving the development agreement only and that she was in favor of it. Braig asked if the new building is not constructed, is the City protected. City Attorney Lindahl said that the agreement has default provisions. Motion carried 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 424-07 RESOLUTION APPROVING A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT PROVIDING FOR THE SALE OF 5.97 ACRES IN THE DUBUQUE INDUSTRIAL CENTER WEST TO ART’S WAY VESSELS, INC. 17 Whereas, the City Council, by Resolution No. 394-07, dated July 16, 2007, declared its intent to enter into a Development Agreement with Art’s Way Vessels, Inc. for the sale of 5.97 acres in the Dubuque Industrial Center West (the Property); and Whereas, pursuant to published notice, a public hearing was held on the proposed disposition on August 6, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. at the Carnegie-Stout Public Library Auditorium, th 360 W. 11 Street, Dubuque, Iowa; and Whereas, it is the determination of the City Council that approval of the Development Agreement for the sale to and development of the Property by Art’s Way Vessels, Inc. according to the terms and conditions set out in the Development Agreement is in the public interest of the City of Dubuque. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the attached Development Agreement by and between the City of Dubuque and Art’s Way Vessels, Inc. for the sale of the Property is hereby approved. Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute the Development Agreement on behalf of the City and City Clerk is authorized and directed to attest to his signature. Section 3. That the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver a Special Warranty Deed for the Property as provided in the Development Agreement. Section 4. That the City Manager is authorized to take such actions as are necessary to comply with the terms of the Development Agreement as herein approved. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk REINSTATE THE RULES Upon motion the rules were reinstated limiting discussion to the City Council. ACTION ITEMS Five Flags Civic Center Update: Joyce White, General Manager of the Five Flags Civic Center, provided a presentation on activity level in Fiscal Year 2007 and projected activity level for Fiscal Year 2008. Motion by Cline to receive and file the documents. Seconded by Connors. Michalski said she was pleased with the success of Five Flags over the last couple of years. Motion carried 7-0. Warehouse District Revitalization Strategy: City Manager recommending adoption of the Warehouse District Revitalization Strategy. Presentation by Dan LoBianco, Dubuque Main Street, and Tim McNamara, Wilmac Co. and Property Owner, regarding the Warehouse District Revitalization Strategy. Motion by Michalski to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 425-07 Adopting the Warehouse District Revitalization Strategy. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7- 0. RESOLUTION NO. 425-07 A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE WAREHOUSE DISTRICT REVITALIZATION STRATEGY Whereas, the Envision 2010 process chose the Warehouse District as one of the top 10 community projects for the City of Dubuque, and Whereas, the Dubuque Warehouse District has been characterized as an important area of 18 the community for its historical and architectural significance, and Whereas, property owners of the district and citizens of Dubuque wish to see the Warehouse District revitalized, and Whereas, it is in the best interests of the City of Dubuque to encourage the revitalization of the area. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF DUBUQUE, IOWA, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The attached Warehouse District Revitalization Strategy is hereby adopted. Section 2. The City Manager is hereby directed to begin implementing the Strategy. th Passed, approved and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk John F. Kennedy Road Sidewalks – Asbury Road to the Northwest Arterial: City Manager providing information regarding the installation of sidewalks on John F. Kennedy Road from Asbury Road to the Northwest Arterial and requesting Council direction. Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents and direct staff to proceed with the project. Seconded by Connors. Michalski questioned if the City would pay for retaining walls with installation being required by November. She said maps contribute to the safety issue as they randomly appear and disappear and recommended staying open to exemptions. Cline asked if the bus shelter will be ADA accessible – not on Owen Court. City Engineer Psihoyos said that there is only one shelter in this corridor. Jones asked if there would be a public hearing and said there is a need for engineering facts and to weigh the benefits and costs. Since there may not be a need for sidewalks on every side of every block, a rational plan is needed. Van Milligen said that there are no solid dates. An assessable sidewalk project is time consuming and includes a public hearing. He wants to know if the interest is there. Braig said maps are appreciated and favored a public hearing. The City could make exemptions, but the sidewalks are necessary and part of the price residents pay for living in the City. Lynch was in agreement only if there is an option for Gordon Drive residents. He said there is more of a want for the project than a need, and he couldn’t support a blanket policy. Connors said common sense should prevail and that giving one exemption will lead to giving many more. She reiterated that the concept of planned and managed growth includes sidewalks. Buol concurred with Lynch adding that Gordon Drive residents will never be able to keep the section of sidewalk on JFK Road that abuts their property clear of snow and slush. He said that it would take a lot to convince him of a need for a sidewalk on the Gordon Drive side of JFK Road. Motion carried 7-0. 2007 Art on the River: Communication from the Arts and Cultural Affairs Advisory Commission requesting City Council concurrence with the selection of artwork for the 2007 Art on the River Competition. Motion by Cline to receive and file the documents and approve. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0. Fiscal Year 2007 and 2008 Annual Action Plan Amendment – Economic Development Loans: City Manager recommending approval of an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2007 and Fiscal Year 2008 Annual Action Plans for the City’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program to provide for forgivable loans and grants for economic development activities. Motion by Connors to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 426- 07 Approving amendment to the Fiscal Year 2007 (Program Year 2006) and Fiscal Year 2008 (Program Year 2007) Annual Action Plans for Community Development Block Grant funds. Seconded by Lynch. Motion carried 7-0. 19 RESOLUTION NO. 426-07 RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2007 (PROGRAM YEAR 2006) AND FISCAL YEAR 2008 (PROGRAM YEAR 2007) ANNUAL ACTION PLANS FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS. Whereas, the City of Dubuque has prepared and approved Annual Plans for Fiscal Year 2007 (Program Year 2006) and Fiscal Year 2008 (Program Year 2007), and Whereas, it was determined that providing economic development forgivable loans is a change in the scope of the Annual Action Plan activities; and Whereas, the City now desires to amend said FY 2007 and FY 2008 Annual Action Plans to provide for economic development forgivable loans and/or grants; and Whereas, said amendment is a substantial amendment as provided in the City's Citizen Participation Plan and must therefore be approved by resolution of the City Council after a public hearing by the Community Development Advisory Commission; and Whereas, the City held a public comment period beginning June 16, 2007; and Whereas, the Community Development Advisory Commission reviewed the proposed amendment on July 18, 2007 and voted to approve said amendment and to recommend approval by the City Council. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2007 (Program Year 2006) and Fiscal Year 2008 (Program Year 2007) Annual Plans for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program will provide for forgivable loans and/or grants for economic development activities. Section 2. That the City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to submit a copy of this resolution to the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. th Passed, approved and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk Cottingham and Butler Development Agreement: City Manager recommending approval of a Development Agreement with Cottingham and Butler for rehabilitation of the Security Building located at 800 Main Street. Motion by Cline to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 427-07 Approving a Development Agreement for Cottingham and Butler’s Security Building project. Seconded by Jones. Motion carried 7-0. RESOLUTION NO. 427-07 APPROVING A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR COTTINGHAM & BUTLER’S SECURITY BUILDING PROJECT Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa, has a Memorandum of Understanding with Cottingham & Butler, Inc. outlining an incentive package for the rehabilitation of the Security Building; and Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa, has created a Downtown Rehabilitation Loan/Grant Program for the purpose of stimulating reinvestment in the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal District; and Whereas, the City of Dubuque, Iowa is encouraging the use of this loan/grant program to finance code compliance activities and to spur job creation activities; and Whereas, the loan application from Cottingham & Butler, Inc. meets the requirements of this program; and 20 Whereas, it is the determination of this Council that approval of the Development Agreement for the rehabilitation of the Property by Cottingham & Butler, Inc. according to the terms and conditions set out in the Development Agreement is in the public interest of the City of Dubuque. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the Development Agreement with Cottingham & Butler, Inc. is hereby accepted and approved. Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby authorized to execute, on behalf of the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa, the attached Development Agreement with Cottingham & Butler, Inc. Section 3.That the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute, on behalf of the City Council of the City of Dubuque, Iowa, all necessary loan documents and is further authorized to disburse loan funds from the Downtown Rehabilitation Loan/Grant Program, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the executed agreement. th Passed, approved and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk Vacant/Abandoned Building Ordinance: City Manager recommending approval of an amendment to the Vacant and Abandoned Buildings Ordinance that includes minor changes regarding code violations and extends the period of time that the building is unoccupied from six continuous months to twelve continuous months. Motion by Jones to receive and file the documents and that the requirement that a proposed ordinance be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be passed be suspended. Seconded by Connors. Motion carried 7-0. Motion by Jones for final consideration and passage of Ordinance No. 44-07 Amending Article VII of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Licensing of Vacant and Abandoned Buildings. Seconded by Connors. Michalski said that she is concerned about enforcement and urged the City to be committed to enforcement. Van Milligen said that staff is working toward that commitment and will be recommending future changes to the Ordinance. Motion carried 7-0. OFFICIAL PUBLICATION ORDINANCE NO. 44-07 AMENDING ARTICLE VII OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE CODE OF ORDINANCES LICENSING OF VACANT AND ABANDONED BUILDINGS NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Article VII is hereby amended to read as follows: Article VII Licensing of Vacant and/or Abandoned Buildings Sec. 33-108. Definitions: For the purpose of this article, certain terms, phrases, words and their derivatives shall be construed as specified in either this article or as specified in the building code or the housing code. Where terms are not defined, they shall have their ordinary accepted meanings within the context in which they are used. Unless otherwise expressly stated or unless the context clearly indicates a different intent, the following terms shall, for the purpose of this article, have the following meanings: (1) Abandoned Building: Any building or portion thereof which has stood with an 21 incomplete exterior shell for six (6) months or longer or any building or portion thereof which is unoccupied and which meets one or more of the following criteria: a. Is unsecured; or b. Is in violation of the City of Dubuque Housing Code, Building Code or Fire Code. (2) Building Code: The International Building Code promulgated by the International Code Council, as adopted in Section 11-1 of the City of Dubuque, Code of Ordinances. (3) City Manager: Includes the City Manager’s designee. (4) Dangerous Building. Any building or structure which has any or all of the conditions or defects hereinafter described, provided that such conditions or defects exist to the extent that the life, health, property or safety of the public or the occupants of the building are endangered: a. Whenever any door, aisle, passageway, stairway or other means of exit is not of sufficient width or size or is not so arranged as to provide safe and adequate means of exit in case of fire or panic. b. Whenever the walking surface of any aisle, passageway, stairway or other means of exit is warped, worn, loose, torn or otherwise unsafe as to not provide safe and adequate means of exit in case of fire or panic. c. Whenever the stress in any materials, member or portion thereof, due to all dead and live loads, is more than one and one-half (1 1/2) times the working stress or stresses allowed on the building code for new buildings of similar structure, purpose or location. d. Whenever any portion thereof has been damaged by fire, earthquake, wind, flood or by any other cause, to such an extent that the structural strength or stability thereof is materially less than it was before such catastrophe and is less than the minimum requirements of the building code for new buildings of similar structure, purpose or location. e. Whenever any portion or member or appurtenance thereof is likely to fail, or to become detached or dislodged, or to collapse and thereby injure persons or damage property. f. Whenever any portion of a building, or any member, appurtenance or ornamentation on the exterior thereof is not of sufficient strength or stability, or is not so anchored, attached or fastened in place so as to be capable of resisting a wind pressure of one half of that specified in the building code for new buildings of similar structure, purpose or location without exceeding the working stresses permitted in the building code for such buildings. g. Whenever any portion thereof has wracked, warped, buckled or settled to such an extent that walls or other structural portions have materially less resistance to winds or earthquakes than is required in the case of similar new construction. h. Whenever the building or structure, or any portion thereof, is likely to partially or completely collapse because of: i. dilapidation, deterioration or decay; ii. faulty construction; iii. the removal, movement or instability of any portion of the ground necessary for the purpose of supporting such building; iv. the deterioration, decay or inadequacy of its foundation; or 22 v. any other cause. i. Whenever, for any reason, the building or structure, or any portion thereof, is manifestly unsafe for the purpose for which it is being used. j. Whenever the exterior walls or other vertical structural members list, lean or buckle to such an extent that a plumb line passing through the center of gravity does not fall inside the middle one third of the base. k. Whenever the building or structure, exclusive of the foundation, shows thirty- three (33) percent or more damage or deterioration of its supporting member or members, or fifty (50) percent damage or deterioration of its non-supporting members, enclosings or outside walls or coverings. l. Whenever the building or structure has been so damaged by fire, wind, earthquake or flood, or has become so dilapidated or deteriorated as to become (a) an attractive nuisance to children; (b) a harbor for vagrants or criminals, or as to (c) enable persons to resort thereto for the purpose of committing unlawful acts. m. Whenever any building or structure has been constructed, exists or is maintained in violation of any specific requirement or prohibition applicable to such building or structure provided by the building regulations of this city, as specified in the building code or housing code, or of any law or ordinance of this state or city relating to the condition, location or structure of buildings. n. Whenever any building or structure which, whether or not erected in accordance with all applicable laws and ordinances, has in any non- supporting part, member or portion less than fifty (50) percent, or in any supporting part, member or portion less than sixty-six (66) percent of the (a) strength, (b) fire-resisting qualities or characteristics, or (c) weather-resisting qualities or characteristics required by law in the case of a newly constructed building of like area, height and occupancy in the same location. o. Whenever a building or structure, used or intended to be used for dwelling purposes, because of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, decay, damage, faulty construction or arrangement, inadequate light, air or sanitation facilities, or otherwise, is determined by the health officer to be unsanitary, unfit for human habitation or in such a condition that is likely to cause sickness or disease. p. Whenever any building or structure, because of obsolescence, dilapidated condition, deterioration, damage, inadequate exits, lack of sufficient fire- resistive construction, faulty electric wiring, gas connections or heating apparatus, or other cause, is determined by the fire marshal to be a fire hazard. q. Whenever any building or structure is in such condition as to constitute a public nuisance known to the common law or in equity jurisprudence. r. Whenever any portion of a building or structure remains on a site after the demolition or destruction of the building or structure or whenever any building or structure is abandoned for a period in excess of six (6) months so as to constitute such building or portion thereof an attractive nuisance or hazard to the public. (5) Fire Code: International Fire Code, 2003 edition, as adopted by Chapter 19 of the City of Dubuque, Code of Ordinances. (6) Housing Code: The City of Dubuque Residential Housing Code, as adopted in Section 26-1 of the City of Dubuque, Code of Ordinances. 23 (7) Nuisance: Each of the following shall be defined as a "nuisance": a. Any public nuisance known at common law or in equity jurisprudence. b. Any attractive nuisance which may prove detrimental to persons whether in a building, on the premises of a building, or upon an unoccupied lot. c. Whatever is dangerous to human life or is a menace to the public health, welfare or safety as determined by the City Manager. d. A building that is structurally unsafe, unsanitary or not provided with adequate safe egress, or that constitutes a fire hazard, or otherwise constitutes a hazard by reason of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation or obsolescence or abandonment. e. Uncleanliness to the risk of unhealthiness, as determined by the City Manager. f. Whatever renders air, food or drink unwholesome or detrimental to the health of human beings, as determined by the City Manager. (8) Vacant Building: Any building or separate portion of a building as determined by the City Manager or the City Manager’s designee which is: a. Unoccupied and unsecured; b. Unoccupied and secured by means other than those used in the design of the building; c. Declared a dangerous building as defined in (4) above; d. Unoccupied and unfit for occupancy as determined by the City Manager; e. Unoccupied and has housing, building, fire, health or zoning code violations; f. Unoccupied for a continuous period of time over twelve (12) months; g. Unoccupied and open to vagrants, vandals, children or the unwary; h. Unoccupied and not maintained by owner or responsible party; or i. Unoccupied and not receiving service by public utilities. Sec. 33-109: Vacant and/or Abandoned Building License: No person or business shall maintain a vacant or abandoned building as defined by this Code, in the City unless such person or business holds a current unrevoked abandoned or vacant building license, issued by the City Manager, in the name of the owner/operator for the specific named building. Sec. 33-110. Registration: The owner shall register a vacant or abandoned building with the City Manager not later than thirty (30) calendar days after any building in the City becomes abandoned or vacant as defined in this chapter. Failure to register an abandoned or vacant building or providing false information to the City Manager shall be a violation of this chapter. The registration shall include the following information: (1) A description of the premises; (2) The names and addresses of the owner or owners; (3) The names and addresses of all known lien holders and all other parties with an ownership interest in the building; (4) The name of the agent designated to act on the behalf of an out-of-town property owner to accept legal processes and notices, and to authorize repairs as required; and (5) The period of time the building is expected to remain vacant and/or a plan and timetable to comply with applicable city codes. Sec. 33-111. Fees: The owner of a vacant or abandoned building shall pay an annual fee reasonably related to the administrative cost of registering and processing the registration form and 24 the costs of the city in monitoring and inspecting the property and established by the City Manager and shall be paid in full prior to the issuance of any permits or acceptance of the registration form for the subject property. Sec. 33-112. Terms of Licenses: (1) Every license issued under this division shall expire on December 31 of the year in which issued and shall become delinquent on March 31 of the year due. (2) Upon application a license may be renewed and remain effective for successive periods of one calendar year unless sooner revoked at any time by the City Manager for noncompliance with any applicable provisions of this Code. (3) Licenses may be transferred from one person or business to another provided notice of the transfer is given in writing within five (5) working days of the transfer, to the City Manager. (4) Licenses shall not be transferable from one building to another. (5) Every person or business holding a license shall give notice in writing to the City Manager within five (5) working days after having transferred or otherwise disposed of the legal control of the licensed building. Such notice shall include the name and address of the persons or businesses succeeding to the ownership or control of such licensed building. Sec. 33-113. Inspections: The owner shall allow inspection of the building by City representatives upon request and shall allow annual inspection of the interior and exterior of the premises for the purpose of enforcing and assuring compliance with the provisions of this chapter and the housing, building and fire Codes. Sec. 33-114. Renewal Licenses: The City Manager is hereby authorized to issue and renew vacant or abandoned building licenses for specific buildings, in the names of the applicant owners, operators or managers, provided the following criteria are met: (1) The building for which the license is sought is warranted by the owner or operator to substantially comply with applicable provisions of this code. (2) The owner or operator legally authorized and responsible for maintenance of the building for which a vacant or abandoned building license is sought shall first make application therefore on an application provided by the City Manager. (3) All fees required by this Code pursuant to the issuance of a vacant or abandoned building license are paid in full to the City. (4) The applicant shall designate a responsible agent to represent the owner/operator whenever the said applicant is not available for maintenance of the building for which a license is sought. Said agent shall have full authority and responsibility, the same as the owner/operator, for maintaining the building. Sec. 33-115. Renewal, Penalty for Failure to Renew License: An application for renewal of a vacant or abandoned building license may be made within sixty (60) days prior to the expiration of an existing operating license. Application for renewal of vacant or abandoned building licenses shall be due on January 1. Application may be made and license fees paid until March 31 without penalty. Each day that the owner fails to renew such license as required by this Article shall constitute a separate violation for which a municipal infraction citation may be issued. Sec. 33-116. Revocation, Reinstatement Measures: If a vacant or abandoned building license is revoked by the City Manager for noncompliance with any applicable provisions of this Code, the owner/operator of the building shall be given thirty (30) days to comply with the provisions of this Code. 25 Extensions of such thirty-day period may be granted at the discretion of the City Manager. Upon expiration of the thirty-day period, or any extension thereof, if the building continues to be noncompliant, a municipal infraction will be issued. Sec. 33-117. Relationship of License to Other Codes: The issuance of any license for any vacant or abandoned building shall not in any way signify or imply that the building conforms with the Iowa State Building Code or the housing, building, zoning, fire ordinances or other ordinances of the City. The issuance of a license shall not relieve the owner or operator of the responsibility for compliance with said applicable housing, building, zoning, fire or other applicable codes and ordinances. Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect upon publication. th Passed, approved and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. /s/ Roy D. Buol, Mayor Attest: /s/ Jeanne F. Schneider, CMC, City Clerk th Published officially in the Telegraph Herald Newspaper the 10 day of August, 2007. /s/ Jeanne F. Schneider, CMC, City Clerk 1t 8/10 Second Amendment to Port of Dubuque Public Parking Facility Development Agreement: City Manager recommending approval of the second amendment to the Port of Dubuque Public Parking Facility Development Agreement. Motion by Cline to receive and file the documents and adopt Resolution No. 428-07 Approving the Second Amendment to the Port of Dubuque Public Parking Facility Development Agreement. Seconded by Michalski. Motion carried 7-0. RESOLUTION NO 428-07 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE PORT OF DUBUQUE PUBLIC PARKING FACILITY DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WHEREAS, the City of Dubuque, Iowa, a municipal corporation of the State of Iowa (the "City") and Diamond Jo, LLC (f/k/a DJ Gaming Company, LLC), a Delaware limited liability company ("DJ"), are parties to a Port of Dubuque Public Parking Facility Development Agreement dated as of February 5, 2007 (the "Original Development Agreement"), as amended by that First Amendment to Port of Dubuque Public Parking Facility Development Agreement approved by the City Council of the City on May 21, 2007 (the "First Amendment") (the Original Development Agreement as amended by the First Amendment shall be referred to herein as the "Development Agreement"); and Whereas, City and DJ now desire to further amend the Development Agreement as set forth in attached Second Amendment. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA: Section 1. That the Second Amendment to the Port of Dubuque Public Parking Facility Development Agreement is hereby approved. Section 2. That the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute said Second Amendment on behalf of the City of Dubuque and the City Clerk is authorized and directed to attest to his signature. Section 3. That the City Manager is authorized to take such actions as are necessary to implement the terms of the Second Amendment as herein approved. th Passed, approved and adopted this 6 day of August, 2007. Roy D. Buol, Mayor 26 Attest: Jeanne F. Schneider, City Clerk COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS Mayor Buol acknowledged the presence of Girl Scout Troop 7264. Braig commended the troop for doing a good job. Van Milligen introduced Administrative Intern Cori Burbach. There being no further business, upon motion the meeting was adjourned at 8:36 p.m. /s/ Jeanne F. Schneider, CMC City Clerk 27