City Council
Regular MeetingCedar Rapids, IA · February 27, 2024
Minutes
CITY OF CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA
MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR SESSION
February 27, 2024, 4:00 PM
City Council met in Regular Session in the Cedar Rapids City Hall Council Chambers, 101 First Street
SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Present, Mayor Tiffany D. O’Donnell and Council members David Maier,
Tyler Olson, Scott Overland, Ann Poe, Dale Todd and Ashley Vanorny. Absent, Council members
Marty Hoeger and Scott Olson. Also present were City Manager Jeff Pomeranz and Assistant City
Attorney Trish Kropf.
The invocation was given by Public Safety Chaplain Taha Tawil.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Resolutions and motions were adopted with all Council members and Mayor O’Donnell voting “Aye”
unless noted.
1. A public hearing was held to consider the authorization of the issuance of not to exceed
$12,500,000 General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds – FY24 GO Bonds for budgeted
projects (Chad Mittan). No comments or objections were heard or filed.
a.
0224-02-24 a. Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action for the issuance of not to
exceed $12,500,000 General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds.
Council member Poe moved to approve; seconded by Council member Overland.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
2. A public hearing was held to consider repealing Chapter 61 of the Municipal Code, Traffic
Regulations, and enacting a new Chapter 61 in its place to include new and updated
definitions; regulate the use of all-terrain vehicles, off-road vehicles, golf carts and
snowmobiles; add or increase parking fees; and comply with current practice and relevant
law (Heidi Stiffler and Sgt. Graham Campshure). (Council Priority) One objection was heard.
No written comments or objections were filed.
b.
a. First Reading: Ordinance repealing Chapter 61 of the Municipal Code, Traffic
Regulations, and enacting a new Chapter 61 in its place to include new and updated
definitions; regulate the use of all-terrain vehicles, off-road vehicles, golf carts and
snowmobiles; add or increase parking fees; and comply with current practice and
relevant law.
Council member Vanorny moved the approval of the Ordinance on its first reading and that
it be filed in the office of the City Clerk for public inspection, as required by law, to be
considered for action at a later date; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
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3. A public hearing was held to consider repealing Chapter 71 of the Municipal Code, Erosion
and Sediment Control for Construction Sites, and enacting a new Chapter 71 in its place to
include updated standards and review and enforcement processes for erosion control
permits (Ken DeKeyser). No comments or objections were heard or filed.
c.
a. First Reading: Ordinance repealing Chapter 71 of the Municipal Code, Erosion and
Sediment Control for Construction Sites, and enacting a new Chapter 71 in its place to
include updated standards and review and enforcement processes for erosion control
permits.
Council member T. Olson moved the approval of the Ordinance on its first reading and that
it be filed in the office of the City Clerk for public inspection, as required by law, to be
considered for action at a later date; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
4. A public hearing was held to consider repealing Chapter 72 of the Municipal Code,
Stormwater Management, and enacting a new Chapter 72 in its place to include updated
operations and adding flexibility to the design standards and stormwater utility credits (Ken
DeKeyser). (Council Priority) No comments or objections were heard or filed.
d.
a. First Reading: Ordinance repealing Chapter 72 of the Municipal Code, Stormwater
Management, and enacting a new Chapter 72 in its place to include updated operations
and adding flexibility to the design standards and stormwater utility credits.
Council member Overland moved the approval of the Ordinance on its first reading and that
it be filed in the office of the City Clerk for public inspection, as required by law, to be
considered for action at a later date; seconded by Council member T. Olson.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
5. A public hearing was held to consider the vacation of a portion of right-of-way adjacent to 60
16th Avenue SW (Rob Davis). (Council Priority) No comments or objections were heard or
filed.
e.
a. First Reading: Ordinance vacating public ways and grounds of a portion of right-of-way
adjacent to 60 16th Avenue SW.
Council member Maier moved the approval of the Ordinance on its first reading and that it
be filed in the office of the City Clerk for public inspection, as required by law, to be
considered for action at a later date; seconded by Council member Overland.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
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6. A public hearing was held to consider the vacation of a utility easement north of and
adjacent to 10000 6th Street SW as requested by Williams Synergy Group, LLC (Rob
Davis). (Council Priority) No comments or objections were heard or filed.
f.
0225-02-24 a. Resolution vacating a utility easement north of and adjacent to 10000 6th Street SW as
requested by Williams Synergy Group, LLC.
Council member Vanorny moved to approve; seconded by Council member Poe.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
7. A public hearing was held to consider a Development Agreement with Heaviside LLC for a
data center project along 76th Avenue SW and Edgewood Road SW in the Big Cedar
Industrial Center (Scott Mather). (Council Priority) No comments or objections were heard.
One written comment was filed.
g.
0226-02-24 a. Resolution authorizing execution of a Development Agreement with Heaviside LLC for
a data center project along 76th Avenue SW and Edgewood Road SW in the Big Cedar
Industrial Center.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Poe.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
8. A public hearing was held to consider a change of zone for property at 4400 6th Street SW
from I-GI, General Industrial District, to I-LI/PUD, Light Industrial District with a Planned Unit
Development Overlay, as requested by Sun Line, Inc. (William Micheel). (Council Priority)
One comment was heard. No written comments or objections were filed.
h.
a. First Reading: Ordinance granting a change of zone for property at 4400 6th Street SW
from I-GI, General Industrial District, to I-LI/PUD, Light Industrial District with a Planned
Unit Development Overlay, as requested by Sun Line, Inc.
Council member Poe moved the approval of the Ordinance on its first reading and that it be
filed in the office of the City Clerk for public inspection, as required by law, to be considered
for action at a later date; seconded by Council member Vanorny.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
9. A public hearing was held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract
and estimated cost for the Blairs Ferry Road NE Over I-380 Traffic Signal Replacement
project (estimated cost is $650,000) (Ken DeKeyser). No comments or objections were
heard or filed.
i.
0227-02-24 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the
Blairs Ferry Road NE Over I-380 Traffic Signal Replacement project.
Council member Overland moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
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10. A public hearing was held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract
and estimated cost for the Bowling Street Trail project (estimated cost is $3,760,000) (Ken
DeKeyser). (Council Priority) No comments or objections were heard or filed.
j.
0228-02-24 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the
Bowling Street Trail project.
Council member Vanorny moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
11. A public hearing was held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract
and estimated cost for the Crestwood Drive NW Roadway and Pedestrian Improvements
project (estimated cost is $1,710,000) (Ken DeKeyser). (Council Priority) No comments or
objections were heard or filed.
k.
0229-02-24 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the
Crestwood Drive NW Roadway and Pedestrian Improvements project.
Council member Vanorny moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
12. A public hearing was held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract
and estimated cost for the 16th Avenue SE from 2nd Street to 4th Street and 3rd Street SE
from 16th Avenue to Sinclair Basin Pavement and Water Main Improvements project
(estimated cost is $1,760,000) (Doug Wilson). No comments or objections were heard or
filed.
l.
0230-02-24 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the
16th Avenue SE from 2nd Street to 4th Street and 3rd Street SE from 16th Avenue to
Sinclair Basin Pavement and Water Main Improvements project.
Council member Todd moved to approve; seconded by Council member Poe.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
13. A public hearing was held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract
and estimated cost for the Central Fire and Fire Station #3 ADA Renovations project
(estimated cost is $565,500) (Jeff Koffron). No comments or objections were heard or filed.
m.
0231-02-24 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the
Central Fire and Fire Station #3 ADA Renovations project.
Council member Maier moved to approve; seconded by Council member T. Olson.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
City Manager Pomeranz requested that Item No. 29m (Resolution granting a Temporary Staging
Easement on City-owned property at 1917 Mount Vernon Road SE as requested by Pirc-Tobin
Construction, Inc.) be removed from the agenda.
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Motion to approve the agenda as amended.
Council member Overland moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved as amended.
Motion to approve the consent agenda.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
14. Motion to approve the minutes.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0232-02-24 15. Resolution authorizing the issuance of Series 2024A General Obligation Bonds and levying
a tax for the payment thereof.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0233-02-24 16. Resolution establishing the City's new financial institution depository limits and approving
the Investment Policy.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0234-02-24 17. Resolution authorizing the elimination of a Transit Supervisor position in the Transit Division.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0235-02-24 18. Resolution authorizing the Economic Development Coordinator to attend training through
OU Institute in New Orleans, LA in April and May 2024 for an estimated amount of $3,700.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
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19. Motions setting public hearing dates for:
a. March 12, 2024 – to consider amending Chapter 32 of the Municipal Code, Zoning, to
update zone districts, use-specific standards, development standards, review and
approval procedures, nonconformities and definitions. (Council Priority).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
b. March 12, 2024 – to consider repealing Chapter 32B of the Municipal Code, Floodplain
Management, and enacting a new Chapter 32B in its place to continue participating in
the National Flood Insurance Program, qualify for increased premium discounts for
property owners, and adopt higher protection standards within the Special Flood
Hazard Areas and for critical facilities in the shaded X Flood Zones..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
c. March 12, 2024 – to consider the proposed issuance of a not to exceed $3,100,000
State Revolving Fund Loan..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
20. Motions setting public hearing dates and directing publication thereof, filing plans and/or
specifications, form of contract and estimated cost, advertising for bids by posting notice to
bidders as required by law, and authorizing City officials or designees to receive and open
bids and publicly announce the results for:
a. March 12, 2024 – ADA Compliance at McGrath Amphitheater project (estimated cost
is $492,000). (Council Priority).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
b. March 12, 2024 – J Ave WTP Storm Sewer Improvements project (estimated cost is
$200,000)..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
c. March 26, 2024 – FCS Modifications Along 1st Street NE project (estimated cost is
$160,000). (Council Priority).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
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21. Motion assessing a civil penalty for violation of State Code regarding the sale of
tobacco/vapor products to minors against:
a. Mt Vernon Discount Market LLC, 3102 Mount Vernon Road SE (first offense – $300)..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
22. Motion approving the beer/liquor/wine applications of:
a. Cellar 19 Wine & Deli, 425 2nd Street SE.
b. Club Basix, 3916 1st Avenue NE.
c. Cottage Grove Place, 2115 1st Avenue SE.
d. Fieldhouse 1st Ave, 5001 1st Avenue SE.
e. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Rapids, 4640 North River Boulevard NE.
f. Just Jules Pub & Restaurant, 835 Center Point Road NE.
g. L.P.T. Retail Management Services, LLC #5511, 3301 J Street SW (new – formerly
Brew #54).
h. L.P.T. Retail Management Services, LLC #5512, 1001 1st Avenue SW (new – formerly
Brew #56).
i. L.P.T. Retail Management Services, LLC #5513, 2904 Center Point Road NE (new –
formerly Brew #55).
j. L.P.T. Retail Management Services, LLC #5514, 4201 Center Point Road NE (new –
formerly Brew #57).
k. Leonardo’s Pizza and Restaurant, 2228 16th Avenue SW.
l. Mamacita’s Taco Bar, 3025 Mount Vernon Road SE.
m. New Pioneer Food Co-op, 3338 Center Point Road NE.
n. Old Neighborhood Pub, 608 16th Street NE.
o. The Olympic South Side Theater, 1202 3rd Street SE.
p. Taco Gato, 209 3rd Street SE.
q. Ting’s Red Lantern, 540 Boyson Road NE.
r. Tycoon, 427 2nd Avenue SE (5-day license for an event)..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
23. Resolutions approving:
0236-02-24 a. Payment of bills..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0237-02-24 b. Payroll..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
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0238-02-24 c. Transfer of funds..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
24. Resolution appointing the following individual:
0239-02-24 a. Appointing Dannette Tobin (effective through June 30, 2024) to the Downtown Cedar
Rapids Self-Supported Municipal Improvement District Commission..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
25. Resolution approving the special event application for:
0240-02-24 a. SaPaDaPaSo St. Patrick's Day Parade (includes road closures) on March 17, 2024.
(Council Priority).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
26. Resolutions approving assessment actions:
0241-02-24 a. Intent to assess – Solid Waste and Recycling – cleanup costs – five properties.
(Council Priority).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0242-02-24 b. Levy assessment – Solid Waste and Recycling – cleanup costs – two properties.
(Council Priority).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0243-02-24 c. Intent to assess – Water Division – delinquent municipal utility bills – 44 properties..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0244-02-24 d. Levy assessment – Water Division – delinquent municipal utility bills – 19 properties..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
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27. Resolutions accepting subdivision improvements and approving Maintenance Bonds:
0245-02-24 a. PCC pavement in the 4th Street SW project and 4-year Maintenance Bond submitted
by Eggleston Concrete Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $114,390..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0246-02-24 b. PCC pavement in American Prairie 1st Addition and 4-year Maintenance Bond
submitted by Concise Earth Construction, LLC in the amount of $371,811..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0247-02-24 c. Sanitary sewer in American Prairie 1st Addition and 4-year Maintenance Bond
submitted by Concise Earth Construction, LLC in the amount of $138,302..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0248-02-24 d. Storm sewer in American Prairie 1st Addition and 4-year Maintenance Bond submitted
by Concise Earth Construction, LLC in the amount of $468,841..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0249-02-24 e. Sanitary sewer in the American Prairie Addition Offsite Sanitary and Storm Sewer
Improvements and 4-year Maintenance Bond submitted by Concise Earth
Construction, LLC in the amount of $393,544..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0250-02-24 f. Storm sewer in the American Prairie Addition Offsite Sanitary and Storm Sewer
Improvements and 4-year Maintenance Bond submitted by Concise Earth
Construction, LLC in the amount of $53,280..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0251-02-24 g. PCC pavement in Kestrel Heights 1st Addition and 4-year Maintenance Bond
submitted by Boomerang Corp. in the amount of $199,658.20..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0252-02-24 h. Sanitary sewer in Kestrel Heights 1st Addition and 4-year Maintenance Bond
submitted by Boomerang Corp. in the amount of $137,958..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
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0253-02-24 i.Storm sewer in Kestrel Heights 1st Addition and 4-year Maintenance Bond submitted
by Boomerang Corp. in the amount of $352,324..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0254-02-24 j. Water system improvements in Kestrel Heights 1st Addition and 4-year Maintenance
Bond submitted by Boomerang Corp in the amount of $189,963..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0255-02-24 k. Water system improvements in Prairie Industrial 2nd Addition and 4-year Maintenance
Bond submitted by Maxwell Construction, Inc. in the amount of $87,226..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0256-02-24 l. Water system improvements in the Wellington Heights Boys & Girls Club and 4-year
Maintenance Bond submitted by Dave Schmitt Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of
$19,899..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
28. Resolutions accepting projects, approving Performance Bonds and authorizing final
payments:
0257-02-24 a. Resurface Splash Pads project, final payment in the amount of $6,302.50 and 2-year
Performance Bond submitted by Outdoor Recreation Products (original contract
amount was $126,050; final contract amount is $126,050)..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0258-02-24 b. Amending Resolution No. 1372-09-23, which accepted the Edgewood Road NW
Portland Cement Concrete Trail from the Cedar River to Ellis Road project, to
authorize Change Order No. 7 with Peterson Contractors, Inc. deducting the amount of
$1,242.62 and to correct the final contract amount (original contract amount was
$563,207.50; final contract amount with this amendment is $580,154.66). (Council
Priority).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0259-02-24 c. J Avenue Water Treatment Plant Lime Silo Dust Collector and Roof Improvements
project, final payment in the amount of $35,205.16 and 2-year Performance Bond
submitted by Tricon General Construction, Inc. (original contract amount was
$687,000; final contract amount is $704,103.14)..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
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29. Resolutions approving actions regarding purchases, contracts and agreements:
0260-02-24 a. 28E Agreement with multiple agencies establishing the Middle Iowa Watershed
Management Authority..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0261-02-24 b. Amendment No. 2 to renew the contract with Technical Specialty Systems for Citywide
masonry and structural concrete repair services for two years for an amount not to
exceed $100,000 (original contract amount was $100,000; renewal contract amount is
$100,000)..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0262-02-24 c. Amendment No. 1 to renew the contract with Carquest Auto Parts for an auto parts
program for the Fleet Services Division for two years for an amount not to exceed
$400,000 (original contract amount was $400,000; renewal contract amount is
$400,000)..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0263-02-24 d. Amendment No. 39 to the contract with Willett Hofmann & Associates Inc. for
architectural design services for ADA compliance at various City facilities to add
design services for an amount not to exceed $369.20 (original contract amount was
$156,580; total contract amount with this amendment is $418,766.70)..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0264-02-24 e. Contract with D & K Products for turf care products for the Parks and Recreation
Department for an annual amount not to exceed $150,000..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0265-02-24 f. Payment in the amount of $57,982.34 to the Water Research Foundation for 2024
member subscription fees for the Water and Water Pollution Control Divisions..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0266-02-24 g. Contract with ESCO Electric for low and medium voltage electrical services for the
Water Pollution Control Facility for two years for an amount not to exceed $400,000..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
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0267-02-24 h. Contract with Langman Construction, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $5,000,000 for
emergency removal and replacement of a critical 84-inch diameter pipeline at the
Water Pollution Control Facility..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0268-02-24 i. Professional Services Agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. for an amount not to exceed
$2,098,081 for the NWTP Expansion Contract 1 project..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0269-02-24 j. Professional Services Agreement with HR Green for an amount not to exceed
$338,400 for the Vehicle Storage Building project at the Water Pollution Control
Facility..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0270-02-24 k. Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Snyder & Associates,
Inc. specifying an increased amount not to exceed $34,800 for design services in
connection with the 34th Street SE from Bever Avenue to near Spoon Creek Court
project (original contract amount was $265,700; total contract amount with this
amendment is $300,500). (Paving for Progress).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0271-02-24 l. Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $60,856.76 with Minturn, Inc. for the Repair of
City Hall East Stairs project (original contract amount was $324,000; total contract
amount with this amendment is $384,856.76)..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0272-02-24 n. Purchase Agreement in the amount of $10,285 and accepting a Temporary Grading
Easement for Construction from David Owens Jr. for land at 227 16th Avenue SE in
connection with the 16th Avenue SE from 2nd Street to 4th Street Pavement and
Water Main Improvements project..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0273-02-24 o. Agreement for Temporary Grading Easement for Construction in the amount of $3,140
with Wells Fargo Bank for land at 4051 42nd Street NE in connection with the 42nd
Street NE Improvements – Phase 1 from River Ridge Drive to Pine View Drive project.
(Paving for Progress).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
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0274-02-24 p. Purchase Agreement in the amount of $11,275 and accepting a Warranty Deed for
right-of-way and Temporary Construction Easement from Jeffrey Wilkin for land at
3601 42nd Street NE in connection with the 42nd Street NE Improvements – Phase 1
from River Ridge Drive to Pine View Drive project. (Paving for Progress).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0275-02-24 q. Purchase Agreement in the amount of $3,700 and accepting a Temporary
Construction Easement from Iowa Seventh Day Adventist Association for land at 4401
42nd Street NE in connection with the Edgewood Road Trail, from Glass Road NE to
approximately 305’ south of Blairs Ferry Road NE project. (Council Priority).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0276-02-24 r. Purchase Agreement in the amount of $2,657 and accepting an Easement for
Recreation Trail and Access and a Temporary Grading Easement for Construction
from Cedar Lake Group, LLC for land at 827 Shaver Road NE in connection with the
Cedar Lake Amenities project. (Council Priority).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0277-02-24 s. Purchase Agreement in the amount of $22,000 and accepting a Warranty Deed for
right-of-way and a Temporary Grading Easement for Construction from Meera
Enterprise, LLC for land at 645 America Drive SW in connection with the Wright
Brothers Blvd SW from 6th Street SW to Earhart Lane SW Intersection Rehabilitation
project..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
0278-02-24 t. Accepting a Revised Final Plat Development Agreement from 1395 Stamy Road, LLC
for land east of Wiley Boulevard SW and south of Williams Boulevard SW in the Wiley
Crossing First Addition..
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
30. Report on bids for the Bowling Street Trail project (estimated cost is $3,760,000) (Ken
DeKeyser). (Council Priority)
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007-24 31. Ordinance repealing and replacing Ordinance No. 054-22 relating to the collection of tax
increment within the amended Consolidated I-380 Corridor Urban Renewal Area.
Council member Poe moved the approval of the Ordinance on its second reading; seconded
by Council member Vanorny.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
Council member Poe moved that the rule requiring three readings on three different days be
suspended and the Ordinance be adopted on its third and final reading; seconded by
Council member Todd.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Adopted.
Public comments were heard.
Motion to adjourn.
Council member Overland moved to approve; seconded by Council member T. Olson.
Absent: Council members Hoeger and S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
City Council adjourned at 5:36 PM to meet Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 12:00 noon.
Alissa Van Sloten, City Clerk
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Agenda
“Cedar Rapids is a vibrant urban hometown – a beacon for people and businesses
invested in building a greater community now and for the next generation.”
NOTICE OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The Cedar Rapids City Council will meet in Regular Session on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at 4:00
PM in the Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, City Hall, 101 First Street SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to discuss
and possibly act upon the matters as set forth below in this tentative agenda. (Please silence mobile
devices.)
AGENDA
• Invocation
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Proclamations/Presentations
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. A public hearing will be held to consider the authorization of the issuance of not to exceed
$12,500,000 General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds – FY24 GO Bonds for budgeted projects
(Chad Mittan). CIP/DID #FIN2023-10
a. Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action for the issuance of not to
exceed $12,500,000 General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds.
2. A public hearing will be held to consider repealing Chapter 61 of the Municipal Code, Traffic
Regulations, and enacting a new Chapter 61 in its place to include new and updated definitions;
regulate the use of all-terrain vehicles, off-road vehicles, golf carts and snowmobiles; add or
increase parking fees; and comply with current practice and relevant law (Heidi Stiffler and Sgt.
Graham Campshure). (Council Priority) CIP/DID #FIN2024-10
a. First Reading: Ordinance repealing Chapter 61 of the Municipal Code, Traffic
Regulations, and enacting a new Chapter 61 in its place to include new and updated
definitions; regulate the use of all-terrain vehicles, off-road vehicles, golf carts and
snowmobiles; add or increase parking fees; and comply with current practice and
relevant law.
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3. A public hearing will be held to consider repealing Chapter 71 of the Municipal Code, Erosion
and Sediment Control for Construction Sites, and enacting a new Chapter 71 in its place to
include updated standards and review and enforcement processes for erosion control permits
(Ken DeKeyser). CIP/DID #43-17-012
a. First Reading: Ordinance repealing Chapter 71 of the Municipal Code, Erosion and
Sediment Control for Construction Sites, and enacting a new Chapter 71 in its place to
include updated standards and review and enforcement processes for erosion control
permits.
4. A public hearing will be held to consider repealing Chapter 72 of the Municipal Code, Stormwater
Management, and enacting a new Chapter 72 in its place to include updated operations and
adding flexibility to the design standards and stormwater utility credits (Ken DeKeyser). (Council
Priority) CIP/DID #43-10-007
a. First Reading: Ordinance repealing Chapter 72 of the Municipal Code, Stormwater
Management, and enacting a new Chapter 72 in its place to include updated operations
and adding flexibility to the design standards and stormwater utility credits.
5. A public hearing will be held to consider the vacation of a portion of right-of-way adjacent to 60
16th Avenue SW (Rob Davis). (Council Priority) CIP/DID #3018030-00
a. First Reading: Ordinance vacating public ways and grounds of a portion of right-of-way
adjacent to 60 16th Avenue SW.
6. A public hearing will be held to consider the vacation of a utility easement north of and adjacent
to 10000 6th Street SW as requested by Williams Synergy Group, LLC (Rob Davis). (Council
Priority) CIP/DID #EASE-034344-2024
a. Resolution vacating a utility easement north of and adjacent to 10000 6th Street SW as
requested by Williams Synergy Group, LLC.
7. A public hearing will be held to consider a Development Agreement with Heaviside LLC for a
data center project along 76th Avenue SW and Edgewood Road SW in the Big Cedar Industrial
Center (Scott Mather). (Council Priority) CIP/DID #HQJ-0006-2024
a. Resolution authorizing execution of a Development Agreement with Heaviside LLC for a
data center project along 76th Avenue SW and Edgewood Road SW in the Big Cedar
Industrial Center.
8. A public hearing will be held to consider a change of zone for property at 4400 6th Street SW
from I-GI, General Industrial District, to I-LI/PUD, Light Industrial District with a Planned Unit
Development Overlay, as requested by Sun Line, Inc. (William Micheel). (Council Priority)
CIP/DID #RZNE-000126-2024
a. First Reading: Ordinance granting a change of zone for property at 4400 6th Street SW
from I-GI, General Industrial District, to I-LI/PUD, Light Industrial District with a Planned
Unit Development Overlay, as requested by Sun Line, Inc.
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9. A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and
estimated cost for the Blairs Ferry Road NE Over I-380 Traffic Signal Replacement project
(estimated cost is $650,000) (Ken DeKeyser). CIP/DID #306289-02
a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the
Blairs Ferry Road NE Over I-380 Traffic Signal Replacement project.
10. A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and
estimated cost for the Bowling Street Trail project (estimated cost is $3,760,000) (Ken
DeKeyser). (Council Priority) CIP/DID #325072-02
a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the
Bowling Street Trail project.
11. A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and
estimated cost for the Crestwood Drive NW Roadway and Pedestrian Improvements project
(estimated cost is $1,710,000) (Ken DeKeyser). (Council Priority) CIP/DID #301946-03
a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the
Crestwood Drive NW Roadway and Pedestrian Improvements project.
12. A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and
estimated cost for the 16th Avenue SE from 2nd Street to 4th Street and 3rd Street SE from
16th Avenue to Sinclair Basin Pavement and Water Main Improvements project (estimated cost
is $1,760,000) (Doug Wilson). CIP/DID #301964-02
a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the
16th Avenue SE from 2nd Street to 4th Street and 3rd Street SE from 16th Avenue to
Sinclair Basin Pavement and Water Main Improvements project.
13. A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and
estimated cost for the Central Fire and Fire Station #3 ADA Renovations project (estimated cost
is $565,500) (Jeff Koffron). CIP/DID #PUR1223-156
a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the
Central Fire and Fire Station #3 ADA Renovations project.
PUBLIC COMMENT
This is an opportunity for the public to address the City Council on any subject pertaining to Council
action scheduled for today. If you wish to speak, place your name on the sign-up sheet on the table
outside the Council Chambers and approach the microphone when called upon.
MOTION TO APPROVE AGENDA
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CONSENT AGENDA
These are routine items, some of which are old business and some of which are new business. They
will be approved by one motion without individual discussion unless Council requests that an item be
removed for separate consideration.
14. Motion to approve the minutes.
15. Resolution authorizing the issuance of Series 2024A General Obligation Bonds and levying a
tax for the payment thereof. CIP/DID #FIN2023-10
16. Resolution establishing the City's new financial institution depository limits and approving the
Investment Policy. CIP/DID #FIN2024-05
17. Resolution authorizing the elimination of a Transit Supervisor position in the Transit Division.
CIP/DID #HR0101
18. Resolution authorizing the Economic Development Coordinator to attend training through OU
Institute in New Orleans, LA in April and May 2024 for an estimated amount of $3,700. CIP/DID
#CM003-24
19. Motions setting public hearing dates for:
a. March 12, 2024 – to consider amending Chapter 32 of the Municipal Code, Zoning, to
update zone districts, use-specific standards, development standards, review and
approval procedures, nonconformities and definitions. (Council Priority) CIP/DID #CD-
0048-2018
b. March 12, 2024 – to consider repealing Chapter 32B of the Municipal Code, Floodplain
Management, and enacting a new Chapter 32B in its place to continue participating in
the National Flood Insurance Program, qualify for increased premium discounts for
property owners, and adopt higher protection standards within the Special Flood Hazard
Areas and for critical facilities in the shaded X Flood Zones. CIP/DID #DSD-001-24
c. March 12, 2024 – to consider the proposed issuance of a not to exceed $3,100,000 State
Revolving Fund Loan. CIP/DID #6150071-01
20. Motions setting public hearing dates and directing publication thereof, filing plans and/or
specifications, form of contract and estimated cost, advertising for bids by posting notice to
bidders as required by law, and authorizing City officials or designees to receive and open bids
and publicly announce the results for:
a. March 12, 2024 – ADA Compliance at McGrath Amphitheater project (estimated cost is
$492,000). (Council Priority) CIP/DID #PUR0224-218
b. March 12, 2024 – J Ave WTP Storm Sewer Improvements project (estimated cost is
$200,000). CIP/DID #PUR0224-215
c. March 26, 2024 – FCS Modifications Along 1st Street NE project (estimated cost is
$160,000). (Council Priority) CIP/DID #3315552-01
21. Motion assessing a civil penalty for violation of State Code regarding the sale of tobacco/vapor
products to minors against:
a. Mt Vernon Discount Market LLC, 3102 Mount Vernon Road SE (first offense – $300).
CIP/DID #CIG005969-06-2023
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22. Motion approving the beer/liquor/wine applications of: CIP/DID #OB1145716
a. Cellar 19 Wine & Deli, 425 2nd Street SE.
b. Club Basix, 3916 1st Avenue NE.
c. Cottage Grove Place, 2115 1st Avenue SE.
d. Fieldhouse 1st Ave, 5001 1st Avenue SE.
e. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Rapids, 4640 North River Boulevard NE.
f. Just Jules Pub & Restaurant, 835 Center Point Road NE.
g. L.P.T. Retail Management Services, LLC #5511, 3301 J Street SW (new – formerly Brew
#54).
h. L.P.T. Retail Management Services, LLC #5512, 1001 1st Avenue SW (new – formerly
Brew #56).
i. L.P.T. Retail Management Services, LLC #5513, 2904 Center Point Road NE (new –
formerly Brew #55).
j. L.P.T. Retail Management Services, LLC #5514, 4201 Center Point Road NE (new –
formerly Brew #57).
k. Leonardo’s Pizza and Restaurant, 2228 16th Avenue SW.
l. Mamacita’s Taco Bar, 3025 Mount Vernon Road SE.
m. New Pioneer Food Co-op, 3338 Center Point Road NE.
n. Old Neighborhood Pub, 608 16th Street NE.
o. The Olympic South Side Theater, 1202 3rd Street SE.
p. Taco Gato, 209 3rd Street SE.
q. Ting’s Red Lantern, 540 Boyson Road NE.
r. Tycoon, 427 2nd Avenue SE (5-day license for an event).
23. Resolutions approving:
a. Payment of bills. CIP/DID #FIN2024-01
b. Payroll. CIP/DID #FIN2024-02
c. Transfer of funds. CIP/DID #FIN2024-03
24. Resolution appointing the following individual:
a. Appointing Dannette Tobin (effective through June 30, 2024) to the Downtown Cedar
Rapids Self-Supported Municipal Improvement District Commission. CIP/DID
#OB572853
25. Resolution approving the special event application for:
a. SaPaDaPaSo St. Patrick's Day Parade (includes road closures) on March 17, 2024.
(Council Priority) CIP/DID #EVENT-67547-2024
26. Resolutions approving assessment actions:
a. Intent to assess – Solid Waste and Recycling – cleanup costs – five properties. (Council
Priority) CIP/DID #SWM-004-24
b. Levy assessment – Solid Waste and Recycling – cleanup costs – two properties.
(Council Priority) CIP/DID #SWM-001-24
c. Intent to assess – Water Division – delinquent municipal utility bills – 44 properties.
CIP/DID #WTR022724-01
d. Levy assessment – Water Division – delinquent municipal utility bills – 19 properties.
CIP/DID #WTR012324-01
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27. Resolutions accepting subdivision improvements and approving Maintenance Bonds:
a. PCC pavement in the 4th Street SW project and 4-year Maintenance Bond submitted by
Eggleston Concrete Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $114,390. CIP/DID #FLPT-
032782-2022
b. PCC pavement in American Prairie 1st Addition and 4-year Maintenance Bond submitted
by Concise Earth Construction, LLC in the amount of $371,811. CIP/DID #FLPT-032534-
2021
c. Sanitary sewer in American Prairie 1st Addition and 4-year Maintenance Bond submitted
by Concise Earth Construction, LLC in the amount of $138,302. CIP/DID #FLPT-032534-
2021
d. Storm sewer in American Prairie 1st Addition and 4-year Maintenance Bond submitted
by Concise Earth Construction, LLC in the amount of $468,841. CIP/DID #FLPT-032534-
2021
e. Sanitary sewer in the American Prairie Addition Offsite Sanitary and Storm Sewer
Improvements and 4-year Maintenance Bond submitted by Concise Earth Construction,
LLC in the amount of $393,544. CIP/DID #FLPT-032534-2021
f. Storm sewer in the American Prairie Addition Offsite Sanitary and Storm Sewer
Improvements and 4-year Maintenance Bond submitted by Concise Earth Construction,
LLC in the amount of $53,280. CIP/DID #FLPT-032534-2021
g. PCC pavement in Kestrel Heights 1st Addition and 4-year Maintenance Bond submitted
by Boomerang Corp. in the amount of $199,658.20. CIP/DID #FLPT-033471-2022
h. Sanitary sewer in Kestrel Heights 1st Addition and 4-year Maintenance Bond submitted
by Boomerang Corp. in the amount of $137,958. CIP/DID #FLPT-033471-2022
i. Storm sewer in Kestrel Heights 1st Addition and 4-year Maintenance Bond submitted by
Boomerang Corp. in the amount of $352,324. CIP/DID #FLPT-033471-2022
j. Water system improvements in Kestrel Heights 1st Addition and 4-year Maintenance
Bond submitted by Boomerang Corp in the amount of $189,963. CIP/DID #2023088-01
k. Water system improvements in Prairie Industrial 2nd Addition and 4-year Maintenance
Bond submitted by Maxwell Construction, Inc. in the amount of $87,226. CIP/DID
#2023060-01
l. Water system improvements in the Wellington Heights Boys & Girls Club and 4-year
Maintenance Bond submitted by Dave Schmitt Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of
$19,899. CIP/DID #2024025-01
28. Resolutions accepting projects, approving Performance Bonds and authorizing final payments:
a. Resurface Splash Pads project, final payment in the amount of $6,302.50 and 2-year
Performance Bond submitted by Outdoor Recreation Products (original contract amount
was $126,050; final contract amount is $126,050). CIP/DID #PUR0221-225
b. Amending Resolution No. 1372-09-23, which accepted the Edgewood Road NW
Portland Cement Concrete Trail from the Cedar River to Ellis Road project, to authorize
Change Order No. 7 with Peterson Contractors, Inc. deducting the amount of $1,242.62
and to correct the final contract amount (original contract amount was $563,207.50; final
contract amount with this amendment is $580,154.66). (Council Priority) CIP/DID
#325036-03
c. J Avenue Water Treatment Plant Lime Silo Dust Collector and Roof Improvements
project, final payment in the amount of $35,205.16 and 2-year Performance Bond
submitted by Tricon General Construction, Inc. (original contract amount was $687,000;
final contract amount is $704,103.14). CIP/DID #6250108-02
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29. Resolutions approving actions regarding purchases, contracts and agreements:
a. 28E Agreement with multiple agencies establishing the Middle Iowa Watershed
Management Authority. CIP/DID #WPC022724-01
b. Amendment No. 2 to renew the contract with Technical Specialty Systems for Citywide
masonry and structural concrete repair services for two years for an amount not to
exceed $100,000 (original contract amount was $100,000; renewal contract amount is
$100,000). CIP/DID #PUR1219-125
c. Amendment No. 1 to renew the contract with Carquest Auto Parts for an auto parts
program for the Fleet Services Division for two years for an amount not to exceed
$400,000 (original contract amount was $400,000; renewal contract amount is
$400,000). CIP/DID #PUR0122-182
d. Amendment No. 39 to the contract with Willett Hofmann & Associates Inc. for
architectural design services for ADA compliance at various City facilities to add design
services for an amount not to exceed $369.20 (original contract amount was $156,580;
total contract amount with this amendment is $418,766.70). CIP/DID #PUR1216-135
e. Contract with D & K Products for turf care products for the Parks and Recreation
Department for an annual amount not to exceed $150,000. CIP/DID #PUR1123-145A
f. Payment in the amount of $57,982.34 to the Water Research Foundation for 2024
member subscription fees for the Water and Water Pollution Control Divisions. CIP/DID
#WTR022724-00
g. Contract with ESCO Electric for low and medium voltage electrical services for the Water
Pollution Control Facility for two years for an amount not to exceed $400,000. CIP/DID
#PUR0124-185
h. Contract with Langman Construction, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $5,000,000 for
emergency removal and replacement of a critical 84-inch diameter pipeline at the Water
Pollution Control Facility. CIP/DID #6150076-01
i. Professional Services Agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. for an amount not to exceed
$2,098,081 for the NWTP Expansion Contract 1 project. CIP/DID #6250130-01
j. Professional Services Agreement with HR Green for an amount not to exceed $338,400
for the Vehicle Storage Building project at the Water Pollution Control Facility. CIP/DID
#6150063-01
k. Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Snyder & Associates,
Inc. specifying an increased amount not to exceed $34,800 for design services in
connection with the 34th Street SE from Bever Avenue to near Spoon Creek Court
project (original contract amount was $265,700; total contract amount with this
amendment is $300,500). (Paving for Progress) CIP/DID #3012429-01
l. Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $60,856.76 with Minturn, Inc. for the Repair of City
Hall East Stairs project (original contract amount was $324,000; total contract amount
with this amendment is $384,856.76). CIP/DID #PUR0823-050
m. Granting a Temporary Staging Easement on City-owned property at 1917 Mount Vernon
Road SE as requested by Pirc-Tobin Construction, Inc. (Paving for Progress) CIP/DID
#3012149-00
n. Purchase Agreement in the amount of $10,285 and accepting a Temporary Grading
Easement for Construction from David Owens Jr. for land at 227 16th Avenue SE in
connection with the 16th Avenue SE from 2nd Street to 4th Street Pavement and Water
Main Improvements project. CIP/DID #301964-00
o. Agreement for Temporary Grading Easement for Construction in the amount of $3,140
with Wells Fargo Bank for land at 4051 42nd Street NE in connection with the 42nd Street
NE Improvements – Phase 1 from River Ridge Drive to Pine View Drive project. (Paving
for Progress) CIP/DID #3012188-00
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p. Purchase Agreement in the amount of $11,275 and accepting a Warranty Deed for right-
of-way and Temporary Construction Easement from Jeffrey Wilkin for land at 3601 42nd
Street NE in connection with the 42nd Street NE Improvements – Phase 1 from River
Ridge Drive to Pine View Drive project. (Paving for Progress) CIP/DID #3012188-00
q. Purchase Agreement in the amount of $3,700 and accepting a Temporary Construction
Easement from Iowa Seventh Day Adventist Association for land at 4401 42nd Street
NE in connection with the Edgewood Road Trail, from Glass Road NE to approximately
305’ south of Blairs Ferry Road NE project. (Council Priority) CIP/DID #325073-00
r. Purchase Agreement in the amount of $2,657 and accepting an Easement for Recreation
Trail and Access and a Temporary Grading Easement for Construction from Cedar Lake
Group, LLC for land at 827 Shaver Road NE in connection with the Cedar Lake Amenities
project. (Council Priority) CIP/DID #327003-00
s. Purchase Agreement in the amount of $22,000 and accepting a Warranty Deed for right-
of-way and a Temporary Grading Easement for Construction from Meera Enterprise,
LLC for land at 645 America Drive SW in connection with the Wright Brothers Blvd SW
from 6th Street SW to Earhart Lane SW Intersection Rehabilitation project. CIP/DID
#3018027-00
t. Accepting a Revised Final Plat Development Agreement from 1395 Stamy Road, LLC
for land east of Wiley Boulevard SW and south of Williams Boulevard SW in the Wiley
Crossing First Addition. CIP/DID #FLPT-033172-2022
REGULAR AGENDA
30. Report on bids for the Bowling Street Trail project (estimated cost is $3,760,000) (Ken
DeKeyser). (Council Priority) CIP/DID #325072-02
ORDINANCES
Second and possible Third Readings
31. Ordinance repealing and replacing Ordinance No. 054-22 relating to the collection of tax
increment within the amended Consolidated I-380 Corridor Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #TIF-
0070-2022
PUBLIC INPUT
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business. If you wish to speak, place your name on the sign-up sheet on the table outside the Council
Chambers and approach the microphone when called upon.
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