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Braig, Buol, Connors, Jones, Lynch, Resnick, Sutton
CITY OF DUBUQUE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Historic Federal Building
350 W. 6th Street
May 19, 2014
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WORE( SESSION
5:15 PM
PAYDAYLENDERS
Work Session on Pavdav LendersM VM Memo Staff Memo, Staff Materials MILL Map 2, Map 3. .M.22,4, Citizen Input 1, Citizen Input 2, Citizen Input,
REGULAR SESSION
6:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CONSENT ITEMS
The consent agenda items are considered to be routine and non -controversial and all consent items will be normally voted upon in a single
motion without any separate discussion on a particular item. If youwould liketo discuss one of the Consent Items, please go to the microphone
and be recognized by the Mayor and state the itemyou would like removedfromthe Consent Agenda for separate discussion and
consideration.
1- Minutes and Reports Submitted
Cable TV Commission of 4/2, City Council proceedings of 5/5, Five Flags Civic Center Advisory Commission of 4/28, Human Rights
Commission of 4/14, Library Board of Trustees of 2/27, Zoning Advisory Commission of 517, Proof of Publication for City Council
proceedings of 4/21, Proof of Publicationfor List of Claims and Summary of Revenuesfor Month Ended 3/31
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
Cable TV 4/2 City Council Proceedings 5/5 FF Citic Center 4/28 Human Ri hts 4/1 4 Library Board of Trustees 2/7 Zoning Advisory 5/7,
Proof - Council P roceedinas 4/21 Proof - List of Claims/Revenues
2. Humanities Iowa Grant - Sister City Commission
City Clerk Kevin Firnstahl recommending approval of the submission of a Humanities Iowa mini grant application in the amount of
$3,000 for the Handan, China, Sister City photo display.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
Humanities Iowa Grant for Sister City Exhibit -MVM Memo Staff Memo Grant Application Pro'ed Narrative,
3. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Request to Release Funds
City Manager recommending approval of the Request for Release of Fundsforthe proposed projects approved in the Fiscal Year 2015
(ProgramYear 2014) Annual Action Plan for Corrmunity Development Block Grant activities.
RESOLUTION Authorizing request for release of Community Development Block Grant fundsfor Fiscal Year 2015 (ProgramYear
2014)
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
CDBG Request to Release Funds -MW Memo Staff Memo Resolution Request to Release Funds
4. Iowa Department of Transportation
Correspondence from the Iowa Department of Transportation advising the City that it proposes to let a bridge rehabilitation project on
US 52 at GrandaiewAvenue on October 21, 2014.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File
IDOT Letter,
5. Workers' Compensation Settlement- Weidenbacher Claim
City Attorney recommending approval of an Agreement for Settlement regarding a workers' compensation claim that was filed against
the City of Dubuque by Mark Weidenbacher.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
Staff Memo, Agreement For Settlement,
6. Workers' Compensation Settlement - Hillard Claim
City Attorney recommending approval of an Agreement for Settlement regarding a workers' compensation claim that was filed against
the City of Dubuque by Richard Hillard.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
Staff Memo Compromise Settlement
7. Key City Investment Co. -Acceptance of Utility Easement
City Manager acceptance of a utility easement from Key City Investment Co. for the construction of underground electric, fiber optic
cable, traffic signals and other appurtenant improvements associated with the JFK & Wacker Driver Intersection Improvements Traffic
Signalization project.
RESOLUTION Accepting the grant of a utility easement through, over and across a part of Lot 2-11 Yiannias Place, in the City of
Dubuque, Dubuque County, Iowa
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
Acceptance of Utility Easement from Key City Investment -MVM Memo, Staff Memo, Resolution, Exhibit A 1 of 2, Exhibit A 2 of 2, Vicinity Map,
8. Development Services Activity - Revised Fiscal Year 2015 Fee Schedule
City Manager recommending approval of a revised Fiscal Year 2015 fee schedule for the Development Services Activity in the
Planning Services Department. It is further recommended the City Council approve a resolution rescinding the previous fees and
adopting a new fee schedule.
RESOLUTION Rescinding Resolution No. 70-14, Establishing a Schedule of Development Services Fees, and adopting in lieu thereof
a new Schedule of Development Services Fees as provided in Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified
Development Code
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
Revised 2015 Fee Schedule for Development Services Activity -MVM Memo, Staff Memo, Staff Materials Resolution and Attachment
9. North End Neighborhood Association Petition
Correspondence from the North End Neighborhood Association petitioning the City of Dubuque to collaborate on a street lighting
project.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Refer to City Manager
NENA Petition,
10. PEG Capital Expenditure Request
City Manager recommending approval of the Cable TV Commission recommendation for funding from the Public, Educational, and
Government (PEG) Capital Grant for Access Equipment and Facilities to provide new field production gear for Loras College.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
PEG Capital Expenditure Request -MVM Memo, Staff Memo , PEG Grant Application,
11. Crescent Community Health Center Letters of Support
City Manager recommending approval to sign letters of support for Crescent Community Health Center and Federally Qualified Health
Centers funding.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
Crescent Community Health Center Letters of Support -MVM Memo Staff Memo Senators & Representative Letters,
12. Improvement Contracts and Maintenance Bonds
Drew Cook & Sons Excavating Co, Inc., for SRF Green Alley Project Bid Sets 2 and 3; River City Paving (aka Mathy Construction) for
the White Street (11th -21st Street) HMA Resurfacing with Milling Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
Drew Cook - SRF Bid Set 2 Contract, Drew Cook - SRF Bid Set 3 Contract, River City Paving - White St. HMA Contract,
13. Alcohol License Applications
City Manager recommending approval of annual liquor, beer, and wine licenses as submitted.
RESOLUTION Approving applications for beer, liquor, and/or wine permits, as required by City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 4
Business and License Regulations, Chapter 2 Liquor Control, Article B Liquor, Beer and Wine Licenses and Permits
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
Liquor License Renewals -MVM Memo Staff Memo Resolution,
ITEMS TO BE SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
These agenda items are being scheduled for a future public hearing on the date indicated.
1. Sanitary Sewer Cured -in -Place Pipe (CIPP) Lining Project Fiscal Year 2015
City Manager recommending initiation of the bidding process for the Fiscal Year 2015 Sanitary Sewer Cured -in -Place Pipe (CIPP)
Lining Project, and further recommends that a public hearing be set for June 2, 2014.
RESOLUTION Preliminary approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost; setting date of public hearing on
plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost; and ordering the advertisement for bids
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing 612114
FY2015 Sanitary Sewer Cured -in -Place Pipe Lining Protect -MVM Memo Staff Memo Resolution, Notice to Bidders Vicinity Map 1 Vicinity
Map - Alternate 1,
2. Jule Transit Facility Roof and Sprinkler Repair Project
City Manager recommending initiation of the bidding process for the Jule Transit Facility Roof & Sprinkler Repair Project, and further
recommends that a public hearing be set for June 2, 2014.
RESOLUTION Preliminary approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost; setting date of public hearing on
plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost; and ordering the advertisement for bids
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing 612114
Jule Transit Facility Roof & Sprinkler System Repair -MVM Memo Staff Memo, Resolution - Initiate Bidding, Notice to Bidders
3. Residential Parking Permit District "D" Amendment
City Manager recommending that a public hearing be set for June 2, 2014, on an amendment to Residential Parking Permit District "0"
by adding Alicia Street from Pennsylvania Avenue to Andrea Street, both sides, and Marjorie Circle from Amy Court to Andrea Street,
both sides. It is further recommended that the portion of the petition not meeting the 80% criteria be excluded from Residential Parking
Permit District "D."
RESOLUTION Setting a public hearing on amending Residential Parking Permit District D to include Alicia Street and Marjorie Circle
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for 6/2/14
Amendment to Residential Parking Permit District "D" -MVM Memo, Staff Memo, RPPD D Petition, Resolution, Vicinity Map Vicinity Map
Vicinity Map,
4. Greater Downtown Urban Renewal District Amendment
City Manager recommending approval of a Resolution of Necessity that finds that an amendment of the Amended and Restated Urban
Renewal Plan for the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal District is both necessary and appropriate and sets a public hearing on the
proposed amendment for June 16, 2014.
RESOLUTION of Necessity finding that certain areas adjacent to the Greater Downtown Urban Renewal District meet the definition of
a Blighted Area under the Urban Renewal Law, and that development of said areas is necessary in the interest of the residents of the
City of Dubuque, Iowa, and setting dates of hearing and consultation on a proposed amendment to the Amended and Restated Urban
Renewal Plan for Said District
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for 6116/14
Urban Renewal Amendment for Greater Downtown -MVM Memo Staff Memo Resolution of Necessity Greater Downtown UR District Map,
5. Technology Park Urban Renewal District Amendment
City Manager recommending approval of a Resolution of Necessity that: 1) finds that an Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan
for the Dubuque Technology Park Economic Development District is both necessary and appropriate; 2) enters into a Joint Agreement
with the County for said amendment; and 3) sets a public hearing on the proposed amendment for June 16, 2014.
RESOLUTION of Necessity finding that certain areas adjacent to the established Dubuque Technology Park Economic Development
District meet the definition of an Economic Development Area under the Urban Renewal Law, that development of said Area is
necessary in the interest of the residents of the City of Dubuque, Iowa, and setting dates of hearing and consultation on a proposed
amendment to the Amended And Restated Urban Renewal Plan for said District
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s), Set Public Hearing for 6116114
Urban Renewal District Amendment for Dubuque Technology Park -MVM Memo, Staff Memo, Resolution of Necessity, Technology Park - UR
Map, Joint Agreement- Technology Park UR
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Review of applications to the following Boards/Commissions:
Applicants are invited to address the City Council regarding their desire to serve on the following Boards/Commissions. Applicant
appointments will be made at the next City Council meeting.
Civil Service Commission
One 4 -year term through April 6, 2018 (Vacant term of Schilling)
Applicant:
Mary Lynn Neuhaus, 1595 Montrose Terrace
This commission is subject to the State of Iowa Gender Balance Law.
3 Commissioners total; currently 1 male/1 female
Long Range Planning Advisory Commission
One 3 -year term through July 1, 2017 (vacant term of Van Iten)
Applicant:
Joshua Clements, 561 Jefferson St.
Appointment to the following Board/Commission to be made at this meeting:
Electrical Code Board
Three 3 -year term through May 21, 2017 (Expired terms of Dixon, Hammel, and Wilson)
Applicants:
James Dixon, 2505 Marquette PI.
Dan Hammel, 2922 Fox Hollow Dr. Additional Application
David Wilson, 2918 Washington St.
Boards Overview Sheet, Latest Listings Vacancies, Civil Service Commission Application, Electrical Code Board Applications, Lona Range
Planning Advisory Commission Application, Civil Service Proof of Publication, Gender Balance Law, Gender Balance Q&A sheet,
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Citizens are invited to address the City Council regarding the following agenda items. Please come to the podium and
state your name and address when the item you wish to speak to is being considered.
SUSPEND THE RULES
1. Request to Rezone -1100 Carmel Drive
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider a request by Sisters of Charity BVM / The Lakota Group to rezone property
at 1100 Carmel Drive from R-1, Single -Family Residential, to PUD, Planned Unit Development and the Zoning Advisory Commission
recommending denial.
Correspondence from the Sister of Charity BVM requesting that this item be rescheduled to June 16, 2014.
ORDINANCE Amending Title 16 of the City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Unified Development Code by reclassifying hereinafter
described property located at the end of South Grandview Avenue from R-1 Single -Family Residential to PUD Planned Unit
Development for the Mount Carmel Campus.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Motion B; Motion A; Concur with Denial; or Reschedule to 6116114
Applicant materials, Staff materials, Sister of Charity Correspondence, Commission Letter, Ordinance, Proof of Publication,
2. Request to Rezone - 3674 Crescent Ridge
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider a request by Dr. Mary Lynn Neumeister to rezone the property at 3674
Crescent Ridge from R-1, Single -Family Residential, to C-3, General Commercial Zoning District and the Zoning Advisory Commission
recommending denial.
ORDINANCE Amending Title 16 of The City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances, Unified Development Code, by reclassifying hereinafter
described property located at 3674 Crescent Ridge from R-1 Single -Family Residential District to C-3 General Commercial District.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Motion B; Motion A; or Concur with Denial
Commission Letter Applicant materials Staff Materials, Ordinance, Letter of Opposition Proof of Publication
3. Water Treatment Plant North Softening Basins Rehabilitation Project
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of the specifications, form of contract and the estimated cost for
the Water Treatment Plant North Softening Basins Rehabilitation Project and the City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Approval of specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for the Water Treatment Plant North Softening Basins
Rehabilitation Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
Water Treatment Plant North Softening Basins Rehabilitation Project -MVM Memo, Staff Memo, Resolution Proof of Publication,
4. E. B. Lyons Interpretive Area Expansion Project
Proof of publication on notice of public hearing to consider approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost of the
E. B. Lyons Interpretive Area Expansion Project and the City Manager recommending approval.
RESOLUTION Approval of plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimated cost for the E. B. Lyons Interpretive Area Expansion
Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
EB Lyons Interpretive Area Expansion Project -MVM Memo, Staff Memo Resolution, Proof of Publication,
REINSTATE THE RULES
This action limits discussion to the City Council.
ACTION ITEMS
These are items where discussion is held by the City Council - public comments are not allowed except as authorized by
the Mayor.
1. SRF Green Alley Project Bid Set 4 - Project Award
City Manager recommending award of the SRF Green Alley Project Bid Set 4 contract to the low bidder Drew Cook and Sons
Excavating Co., Inc.
RESOLUTION Awarding public improvement contract for the SRF Green Alley Bid Set 4 Project
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
SRF Green Alley Bid Set 4 -MVM Memo, Staff Memo, Resolution
2. Sisters of St. Francis - Request to Donate Peace Pole
Parks and Recreation Commission recommending approval to accept a peace pole gift from the Sisters of St. Francis of the Holy
Family and place the pole in Washington Park.
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Approve
Staff Memo , Sisters of St. Francis Letter,
3. Environmental Stewardship Advisory Commission
Correspondence from the Environmental Stewardship Advisory Commission recommending that the City Council include sustainability
and environmental stewardship options in its promotion of Tax Increment Finance (TIF).
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Refer to City Manager
ESAC Letter,
4. Bond Purchase Agreement - Sales Tax Increment Revenue Bonds (Unlimited Property Tax Supported), Second Lien Series
2014A.
City Manager recommending approval of the Bond Purchase Agreement and the Master Resolution in connection with the issuance of
Sales Tax Increment Revenue Bonds (Unlimited Property Tax Supported), Second Lien Series 2014A.
RESOLUTION Approving the form and authorizing execution of a Bond Purchase Agreement in connection with the issuance of Sales
Tax Increment Revenue Bonds (Unlimited Property Tax Supported), Second Lien Series 2014
RESOLUTION Master resolution relating to the issuance Of Sales Tax Increment Revenue Bonds by the City of Dubuque under the
provisions of Chapter 418 of the Code Of Iowa, authorizing and providing for the issuance and securing the payment of Sales Tax
Increment Revenue Bonds (Unlimited Property Tax Supported), Second Lien Series 2014, and providing for a method of payment
thereof, and related matters
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt Resolution(s)
MVM Memo, Staff Memo, Bond Purchase Agreement Resolution, Master Resolution, Bond Counsel Letter,
5. Code of Ordinances Amendment - Title 10 Special Events and Waiver Policy (Tabled from April 7, 2014)
City Manager recommending adoption of a revised Special Events Permit Ordinance and Waiver Policy.
Staff will make a presentation.
Request from Art Gilloon to address the City Council.
ORDINANCE Amending City of Dubuque Code of Ordinances Title 10 Public Ways and Property by repealing Chapter 4 Parades and
Assemblies and Enacting a new Chapter 4 Parades, Assemblies and Special Events in lieu thereof; adopting a New Chapter 8 Valet
Drop Off Parking; Permit Requirements; and Amending Title 7 Police, Fire and Public Safety, Chapter 5 Offenses, Article A General
Offenses by adopting a new Section 7-5A-18 Unlawful Assembly
Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Remove From Table; Motion B; Motion A; Presentation
Special Events Permit Ordinance Amendment -MVM Memo, Staff Memo, Presentation, Gilloon Request, Ordinance,
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
PUBLIC INPUT
At this time, anyone in the Council Chambers may address the Council on matters which are of concern to that person and which are not an
agenda item. Please take your place at the microphone and state your name and address clearly. Proceed with your comments; however, no
formal action may be taken at this time on your comments because of the notice requirements of the Iowa Open Meetings Law.
CLOSED SESSION
Pending Litigation and Property Acquisition - Chapter 21.5(1)(c), -(j) Code of Iowa
ADJOURNMENT