City Council
Regular MeetingCedar Rapids, IA · July 22, 2025
Minutes
CITY OF CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA
MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR SESSION
July 22, 2025, 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 Marty Hoeger,
David Maier, Scott Olson, Tyler Olson, Scott Overland, Ann Poe, Dale Todd and Ashley Vanorny.
Also present were City Manager Jeff Pomeranz and City Attorney Vanessa Chavez.
The invocation was given by Public Safety Chaplain Sam Anderson.
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 repealing Chapter 74 of the Municipal Code,
Citizen Review Board for Community Law Enforcement (Jennifer Pratt). Objections
were heard. No comments or objections were filed.
a.
a. First Reading: Ordinance repealing Chapter 74 of the Municipal Code, Citizen
Review Board for Community Law Enforcement.
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 Poe.
Nays: Council members Maier and Vanorny.
Result: Approved.
2. A public hearing was held to consider establishing the East Lawrence Drive SW and
West Lawrence Drive SW Water Extension District and related water extension charge
(Dave Wallace). No comments or objections were heard or filed.
b.
a. First Reading: Ordinance establishing the East Lawrence Drive SW and West
Lawrence Drive SW Water Extension District and related water extension
charge.
Council member S. 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 Todd.
Result: Approved.
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3. A public hearing was held to consider a change of zone for property at 1310 11th
Street NW from T-R1, Traditional Residential Single Unit District, to P-IN, Public –
Institutional District, as requested by the Cedar Rapids Community School District (Bill
Micheel). (Council Priority) No comments or objections were heard or filed.
c.
a. First Reading: Ordinance granting a change of zone for property at 1310 11th
Street NW from T-R1, Traditional Residential Single Unit District, to P-IN,
Public – Institutional District, as requested by the Cedar Rapids Community
School District.
Council member Todd 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.
Result: Approved.
4. A public hearing was held to consider a change of zone for property at 2525 29th
Street SW from S-RL1, Suburban Residential Low Single Unit District, to P-IN, Public
– Institutional District, as requested by the Cedar Rapids Community School District
(Bill Micheel). (Council Priority) Comments were heard. Comments and objections
were filed.
d.
a. First Reading: Ordinance granting a change of zone for property at 2525 29th
Street SW from S-RL1, Suburban Residential Low Single Unit District, to P-IN,
Public – Institutional District, as requested by the Cedar Rapids Community
School District.
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 Poe.
Result: Approved.
5. A public hearing was held to consider the disposition of a 0.03-acre portion of a larger
parcel directly west of 809 Shaver Road NE as part of a settlement with SKD 3, LLC in
connection with the Cedar Lake Amenities project (Rob Davis). No comments or
objections were heard or filed.
e.
0832-07-25 a. Resolution authorizing a Real Estate Purchase Agreement, Quit Claim Deed
and reimbursement in the amount of $7,515 to SKD 3, LLC for the disposition
of a 0.03-acre portion of a larger parcel directly west of 809 Shaver Road NE in
connection with the Cedar Lake Amenities project.
Council member Poe moved to approve; seconded by Council member T. Olson.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
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6. A public hearing was held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the F Avenue NW and Levee project (estimated cost is
$7,020,000) (Rob Davis). (Council Priority) No comments or objections were heard or
filed.
f.
0833-07-25 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost
for the F Avenue NW and Levee project.
Council member Overland moved to approve; seconded by Council member Hoeger.
Abstain: Council member T. Olson.
Result: Approved.
7. A public hearing was held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the 18th Avenue SW Reconstruction from Wiley
Boulevard to Edgewood Road project (estimated cost is $2,790,000) (Doug Wilson).
(Paving for Progress) No comments or objections were heard or filed.
g.
0834-07-25 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost
for the 18th Avenue SW Reconstruction from Wiley Boulevard to Edgewood
Road project.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Hoeger.
Result: Approved.
8. A public hearing was held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of
contract and estimated cost for the Downtown Library Plaza Refresh project
(estimated cost is $230,000) (Jason Stancliffe). No comments or objections were
heard or filed.
h.
0835-07-25 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost
for the Downtown Library Plaza Refresh project.
Council member Hoeger moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member S. Olson.
Result: Approved.
Public comments were heard.
City Manager Pomeranz requested that Item No. 21b (resolution accepting the 8840 6th Street SW
Sanitary Sewer Replacement project) be removed from the agenda.
Motion to approve the agenda.
Council member Poe moved to approve as amended; seconded by Council member
Todd.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved as amended.
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Motion to approve the consent agenda.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
9. Motion to approve the minutes.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0836-07-25 10. Resolution adopting fees for the use of the Block ‘N Roll trailer for public and private
events.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0837-07-25 11. Resolution authorizing a Police Officer to attend Tarheel Canine Training, Inc. in
Sanford, NC for training and certification with his new canine partner in September
and October 2025 for an estimated amount not to exceed $7,000.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0838-07-25 12. Resolution authorizing a Police Officer to attend Traffic Crash Reconstruction 1 and 2
training in Aurora, IL in October and November 2025 for an estimated amount not to
exceed $10,500.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0839-07-25 13. Resolution setting a public hearing for August 26, 2025, and consultation with affected
taxing entities to consider the proposed Amendment No. 8 to the Urban Renewal Plan
for the Central Consolidated Urban Renewal Area.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
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14. Motion assessing civil penalties for violation of State Code regarding the sale of
alcohol to minors against:
a. Aldi, Inc. #61, 5425 Blairs Forest Boulevard NE (first offense – $500).
b. Buffalo Wild Wings, 1100 Blairs Ferry Road NE, Suite 101 (first offense –
$500).
c. Daisy’s Garage, 5240 Edgewood Road NE, Suite 100 (first offense – $500).
d. HuHot Mongolian Grill, 4444 1st Avenue NE, Suite 560 (first offense – $500).
e. Quick Stop, 1430 1st Avenue NE (first offense – $500).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
15. Motion approving the beer/liquor/wine applications of:
a. 30hop CR, 951 Blairs Ferry Road NE.
b. Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill, 2645 Edgewood Road SW.
c. The Bar, 1100 1st Street SW (5-day license for an event at Brucemore, 2160
Linden Drive NE).
d. Big Grove Cedar Rapids, 170 1st Street SW (5-day license for an event at
Brucemore, 2160 Linden Drive NE).
e. Carlos O’Kelly’s Mexican Cafe, 2635 Edgewood Road SW.
f. McGrath Amphitheatre Cedar Rapids, 475 1st Street SW (5-day license for an
event at Greene Square, 5th Street SE).
g. Pregame Brew & Chew, 3025 Mount Vernon Road SE.
h. Riley’s, 804 5th Street SE.
i. Traveling Tapster LLC, 3316 Rosewood Court NE (5-day license for an event
at Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust, 116 6th Street NE).
j. Walmart #1528, 2645 Blairs Ferry Road NE.
k. Wild Hog Saloon & Eatery, Walford (5-day license for an event at Metro Harley
Davidson, 2415 Westdale Drive SW).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
16. Resolutions approving:
0840-07-25 a. Payment of bills.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0841-07-25 b. Payroll.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
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17. Resolutions appointing, reappointing and thanking the following individuals:
0842-07-25 a. Appointing Josh Scott (effective through June 30, 2027) to the Cedar Rapids
Medical Self-Supported Municipal Improvement District Commission.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0843-07-25 b. Vote of thanks to Eric Dalton for serving on the Cedar Rapids Medical Self-
Supported Municipal Improvement District Commission.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
18. Resolutions approving special event applications and road closures for:
0844-07-25 a. Art in the Park on July 27, 2025.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0845-07-25 b. Gathered & Grown Dinner on July 27, 2025.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0846-07-25 c. Back to School Social on August 9, 2025.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0847-07-25 d. Need Pizza 10th Anniversary Party on August 10, 2025.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Abstain: Council member Hoeger.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
19. Resolutions approving assessment actions:
0848-07-25 a. Intent to assess – Solid Waste and Recycling – cleanup costs – three
properties. (Council Priority)
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0849-07-25 b. Levy assessment – Solid Waste and Recycling – cleanup costs – six
properties. (Council Priority)
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
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0850-07-25 c. Intent to assess – Water Division – delinquent municipal utility bills – 18
properties.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0851-07-25 d. Levy assessment – Water Division – delinquent municipal utility bills – 21
properties.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
20. Resolutions accepting subdivision improvements and approving Maintenance Bonds:
0852-07-25 a. PCC pavement in Foxtail Ridge 1st Addition – Phase 3 and 4-year
Maintenance Bond submitted by Central States Concrete, LLC in the amount
of $182,487.50.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0853-07-25 b. Sanitary sewer in Foxtail Ridge 1st Addition – Phase 3 and 4-year
Maintenance Bond submitted by Abode Construction, Inc. in the amount of
$73,416.04.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0854-07-25 c. Storm sewer in Foxtail Ridge 1st Addition – Phase 3 and 4-year Maintenance
Bond submitted by Abode Construction, Inc. in the amount of $88,420.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0855-07-25 d. Water system improvements in Foxtail Ridge 1st Addition – Phase 3 and 4-
year Maintenance Bond submitted by Abode Construction, Inc. in the amount
of $97,116.90.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
21. Resolutions accepting projects, approving Performance Bonds and authorizing final
payments:
0856-07-25 a. FY 2025 Tree and Vegetation Removal project and final payment in the
amount of $11,083.90 to S2 Construction, LLC (original contract amount was
$197,918; final contract amount is $221,678).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
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22. Resolutions approving final plats:
0857-07-25 a. Edgewood Town Centre Seventh Addition for land south of Blairs Ferry Road
NE and west of Edgewood Road NE. (Council Priority)
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0858-07-25 b. Meyer First Addition for land north of Johnson Avenue NW and west of 24th
Street NW. (Council Priority)
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
23. Resolutions approving actions regarding purchases, contracts and agreements:
0859-07-25 a. Amending Resolution No. 0738-06-25, which authorized a State Recreational
Trails Grant application to the Iowa Department of Transportation for the
Lindale Trail Phase 2 project, to correct the amount of the City’s matching
funds.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0860-07-25 b. 28E Agreement with the City of Marion for Cedar Rapids Transit to provide
fixed-route and paratransit service for fiscal year 2026.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0861-07-25 c. Fund agreement in the amount of $150,000 with the Greater Cedar Rapids
Community Foundation for the management and distribution of grants to local
nonprofit partners implementing key aspects of violence intervention initiatives.
(Council Priority)
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0862-07-25 d. Corridor Fire Marshals Mobile Food Vendor Fire Inspection Agreement with the
cities of Cedar Falls, Waterloo, Hiawatha, Marion, North Liberty, Tiffin and Iowa
City and the University of Iowa.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
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0863-07-25 e. Amendment No. 2 to renew the contract with ImOn Communications, LLC for
naming rights for the Ice Arena for the Finance Department for five years for a
revenue amount not to exceed $600,000 (original contract amount was
$500,000; renewal contract amount is $600,000).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0864-07-25 f. Amendment No. 1 to the Development Agreement with Big Ben LLC for a
mixed-use master-planned development along Kirkwood Boulevard and Wright
Brothers Boulevard SW. (Council Priority)
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0865-07-25 g. Consent to an Assignment and Assumption of Development Agreement among
QTS Cedar Rapids I, LLC and various related entities for a data center project
along 76th Avenue SW. (Council Priority)
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0866-07-25 h. Contract with Roto-Rooter for jetting and cleanout services for the Water
Pollution Control Facility, Water Division and Facilities Maintenance Services
Division for an amount not to exceed $200,000.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0867-07-25 i. Amendment No. 3 to renew the contract with WSP USA, Inc. for grant writing
services for the City Manager’s Office for an amount not to exceed $219,000
(original contract amount was $219,000; renewal contract amount is
$219,000).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0868-07-25 j. Information Technology Department purchase of software licenses and
technical support for the Utilities Department’s customer service and billing
system from Mythics for a total amount of $153,284.38.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0869-07-25 k. Contract with Deltawrx for consulting services in connection with a new public
safety software system for the Information Technology Department for an
amount not to exceed $184,943.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
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0870-07-25 l. Amendment No. 1 to the contract with SHI International Corp. for Pure storage
and software support for the Information Technology Department to add
services for an amount not to exceed $5,334 (original contract amount was
$99,992.21; total contract amount with this amendment is $105,326.21).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0871-07-25 m. Contract with Verizon Wireless for Citywide cellular services and equipment for
the Information Technology Department for an annual amount not to exceed
$375,000.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0872-07-25 n. Amendment No. 1 to renew the contract with Trees Forever for ReLeaf spring
and fall tree planting with community engagement for the Parks and
Recreation Department for an amount not to exceed $450,000 (original
contract amount was $450,000; renewal contract amount is $450,000).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0873-07-25 o. Contract with Valentine Construction Company for the Ellis Harbor Sidewalk
Repairs – Phase 4 project for the Parks and Recreation Department for an
amount not to exceed $84,597.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0874-07-25 p. Rescinding Resolution No. 1670-12-24, which authorized a contract with Linde,
Inc. for liquid oxygen for the Water Pollution Control Facility.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0875-07-25 q. Contract with Airgas USA, LLC for liquid oxygen for the Water Pollution Control
Facility for an amount not to exceed $243,900.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0876-07-25 r. Professional Services Agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. for an amount
not to exceed $208,050 for design services in connection with the Sanitary
Sewer Force Main Condition Assessment project.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
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0877-07-25 s. Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Snyder &
Associates, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $72,000 for engineering design
services in connection with the 34th Street SE from Bever Avenue to Cottage
Grove Avenue Reconstruction project (original contract amount was $328,900;
total contract amount with this amendment is $400,900). (Paving for Progress)
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0878-07-25 t. Professional Services Agreement with Snyder & Associates, Inc. for an amount
not to exceed $236,478 for engineering design services in connection with the
C Street SW over Prairie Creek Bridge Deck Reconstruction project. (Paving
for Progress)
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0879-07-25 u. Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Snyder &
Associates, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $84,700 for acquisition services
in connection with the D Avenue NW from West Post Road to Mayberry Drive
Reconstruction project (original contract amount was $238,200; total contract
amount with this amendment is $322,900). (Paving for Progress)
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0880-07-25 v. Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Snyder &
Associates, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $62,975 for design services in
connection with the FY 2025 Bridge Maintenance project (original contract
amount was $169,675; total contract amount with this amendment is
$232,650). (Paving for Progress)
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0881-07-25 w. Amending Resolution No. 0758-06-25, which authorized Change Order No. 1
with Clearcreek Coatings, Ltd. for the Glass Road Tank Reconditioning project,
to correct the amount to $51,900 (original contract amount was $452,122; total
contract amount with this amendment is $504,022).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0882-07-25 x. Amendment to the Non-Franchise Utility Permit Agreement with Unite Private
Networks, LLC for access to the public right of way to expand the service area
of its fiber network. (Council Priority)
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
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0883-07-25 y. Total Acquisition Purchase Agreement in the amount of $40,000 and accepting
a Quit Claim Deed and an Affidavit of Possession for right-of-way from Cedar
Rapids and Iowa City Railway Co. for the vacant lot directly east of 2216 A
Street SW in connection with the LightLine Bridge project.
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0884-07-25 z. Special Warranty Deed to GreatAmerica Building LLC and accepting payment
in the amount of $230,157.19 for land directly between 535 1st Street SE and
625 1st Street SE in connection with the Cedar River Flood Risk Management
project, and rescinding Resolution No. 0308-03-25. (Council Priority)
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0885-07-25 aa. Awarding and approving contract in the amount of $57,599.60, bond and
insurance of B.G. Brecke, Inc. for the Rockvalley Ln NW Sanitary & Storm
Improvements project (estimated cost was $68,000).
Council member T. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Maier.
Absent: Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
24. Report on bids for the Riverfront Park 1 project (estimated cost is $290,000) (Steve
Krug).
i.
0886-07-25 a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $279,153.50,
bond and insurance of Valentine Construction Company for the Riverfront Park
1 project.
Council member S. Olson moved to approve; seconded by Council member Todd.
Absent: Council member Hoeger, Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
25. Report on bids for the GTC Parking Ramp Repairs project (estimated cost is
$343,000) (Jason Stancliffe).
j.
0887-07-25 a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $350,000, bond
and insurance of Western Specialty Contractors for the GTC Parking Ramp
Repairs project.
Council member Todd moved to approve; seconded by Council member Vanorny.
Absent: Council member Hoeger.
Result: Approved.
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0888-07-25 26. Presentation and resolution authorizing execution of a Memorandum of Agreement
with the Housing Fund for Linn County for the operation of a Community Care Team
and Margaret Bock Housing Collaborative Pilot Program (Laura Shaw). (Council
Priority)
Council member Poe moved to approve; seconded by Council member Overland.
Result: Approved.
0889-07-25 27. Presentation and resolution accepting a proposal from Time Check, LLC for the
redevelopment of seven City-owned properties along Ellis Boulevard NW and 6th
Street NW near Time Check Park (Jeff Wozencraft). (Council Priority)
Council member Vanorny moved to approve; seconded by Council member Poe.
Result: Approved.
0890-07-25 28. Presentation and resolution accepting a proposal from Homeward Bound, LLC for the
redevelopment of seven City-owned properties along 22nd Avenue SW (Jeff
Wozencraft). (Council Priority)
Council member Overland moved to approve; seconded by Council member T. Olson.
Result: Approved.
044-25 29. Ordinance amending Chapter 18 of the Municipal Code, Historic Preservation, to add
Zastera Pharmacy at 1135 Ellis Boulevard NW as a local landmark. (Council Priority)
Council member T. Olson moved the approval of the Ordinance on its second reading;
seconded by Council member Hoeger.
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.
Result: Adopted.
045-25 30. Ordinance granting a change of zone for property at 1712 32nd Street NE and 3201
and 3215 Carlisle Street NE from T-ML, Traditional Mixed Use Limited District, and S-
RM1, Suburban Residential Medium Single Unit District, to T-MC, Traditional Mixed
Use Center District, as requested by Mirami, LLC. (Council Priority)
Council member T. Olson moved the approval of the Ordinance on its second reading;
seconded by Council member Hoeger.
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 Overland.
Result: Adopted.
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31. Ordinance granting a change of zone for property at 4141 Johnson Avenue NW from
S-RL1, Suburban Residential Low Single Unit District, to P-IN, Public – Institutional
District, as requested by the Cedar Rapids Community School District. (Council
Priority)
Council member T. Olson moved the approval of the Ordinance on its second reading;
seconded by Council member Poe.
Nay: Council member Vanorny.
Result: Approved.
Public comments were heard.
Motion to adjourn.
Council member Overland moved to approve; seconded by Council member Poe.
Absent: Council member T. Olson.
Result: Approved.
City Council adjourned at 7:22 PM to meet Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 12:00 noon.
Alissa Van Sloten, City Clerk
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Agenda
AMENDED
“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, July 22, 2025 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 repealing Chapter 74 of the Municipal Code, Citizen
Review Board for Community Law Enforcement (Jennifer Pratt). CIP/DID #CD-0067-2020
a. First Reading: Ordinance repealing Chapter 74 of the Municipal Code, Citizen Review
Board for Community Law Enforcement.
2. A public hearing will be held to consider establishing the East Lawrence Drive SW and West
Lawrence Drive SW Water Extension District and related water extension charge (Dave Wallace).
CIP/DID #2025076-01
a. First Reading: Ordinance establishing the East Lawrence Drive SW and West Lawrence
Drive SW Water Extension District and related water extension charge.
3. A public hearing will be held to consider a change of zone for property at 1310 11th Street NW
from T-R1, Traditional Residential Single Unit District, to P-IN, Public – Institutional District, as
requested by the Cedar Rapids Community School District (Seth Gunnerson). (Council Priority)
CIP/DID #RZNE-000214-2025
a. First Reading: Ordinance granting a change of zone for property at 1310 11th Street NW
from T-R1, Traditional Residential Single Unit District, to P-IN, Public – Institutional
District, as requested by the Cedar Rapids Community School District.
4. A public hearing will be held to consider a change of zone for property at 2525 29th Street SW
from S-RL1, Suburban Residential Low Single Unit District, to P-IN, Public – Institutional District,
as requested by the Cedar Rapids Community School District (Seth Gunnerson). (Council
Priority) CIP/DID #RZNE-000095-2025
a. First Reading: Ordinance granting a change of zone for property at 2525 29th Street SW
from S-RL1, Suburban Residential Low Single Unit District, to P-IN, Public – Institutional
District, as requested by the Cedar Rapids Community School District.
5. A public hearing will be held to consider the disposition of a 0.03-acre portion of a larger parcel
directly west of 809 Shaver Road NE as part of a settlement with SKD 3, LLC in connection with
the Cedar Lake Amenities project (Rob Davis). CIP/DID #327003-00
a. Resolution authorizing a Real Estate Purchase Agreement, Quit Claim Deed and
reimbursement in the amount of $7,515 to SKD 3, LLC for the disposition of a 0.03-acre
portion of a larger parcel directly west of 809 Shaver Road NE in connection with the
Cedar Lake Amenities project.
6. A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and
estimated cost for the F Avenue NW and Levee project (estimated cost is $7,020,000) (Rob
Davis). (Council Priority) CIP/DID #3311554-01
a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the F
Avenue NW and Levee project.
7. A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and
estimated cost for the 18th Avenue SW Reconstruction from Wiley Boulevard to Edgewood Road
project (estimated cost is $2,790,000) (Doug Wilson). (Paving for Progress) CIP/DID #3012494-
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a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the 18th
Avenue SW Reconstruction from Wiley Boulevard to Edgewood Road project.
8. A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and
estimated cost for the Downtown Library Plaza Refresh project (estimated cost is $230,000)
(Jason Stancliffe). CIP/DID #PUR0625-355
a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the
Downtown Library Plaza Refresh 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.
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MOTION TO APPROVE AGENDA
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.
9. Motion to approve the minutes.
10. Resolution adopting fees for the use of the Block ‘N Roll trailer for public and private events.
CIP/DID #REC031-25
11. Resolution authorizing a Police Officer to attend Tarheel Canine Training, Inc. in Sanford, NC for
training and certification with his new canine partner in September and October 2025 for an
estimated amount not to exceed $7,000. CIP/DID #PD0081
12. Resolution authorizing a Police Officer to attend Traffic Crash Reconstruction 1 and 2 training in
Aurora, IL in October and November 2025 for an estimated amount not to exceed $10,500.
CIP/DID #PD0082
13. Resolution setting a public hearing for August 26, 2025, and consultation with affected taxing
entities to consider the proposed Amendment No. 8 to the Urban Renewal Plan for the Central
Consolidated Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #TIF-0089-2023
14. Motion assessing civil penalties for violation of State Code regarding the sale of alcohol to minors
against:
a. Aldi, Inc. #61, 5425 Blairs Forest Boulevard NE (first offense- $500). CIP/DID
#LIQR000012-10-2012
b. Buffalo Wild Wings, 1100 Blairs Ferry Road NE, Suite 101 (first offense - $500). CIP/DID
#LIQR000677-09-2013
c. Daisy’s Garage, 5240 Edgewood Road NE, Suite 100 (first offense- $500). CIP/DID
#LIQR003481-08-2017
d. HuHot Mongolian Grill, 4444 1st Avenue NE, Suite 560 (first offense- $500). CIP/DID
#LIQR000163-02-2013
e. Quick Stop, 1430 1st Avenue NE (first offense- $500). CIP/DID #LIQR005287-08-2021
15. Motion approving the beer/liquor/wine applications of: CIP/DID #OB1145716
a. 30hop CR, 951 Blairs Ferry Road NE.
b. Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill, 2645 Edgewood Road SW.
c. The Bar, 1100 1st Street SW (5-day license for an event at Brucemore, 2160 Linden Drive
NE).
d. Big Grove Cedar Rapids, 170 1st Street SW (5-day license for an event at Brucemore,
2160 Linden Drive NE).
e. Carlos O’Kelly’s Mexican Cafe, 2635 Edgewood Road SW.
f. McGrath Amphitheatre Cedar Rapids, 475 1st Street SW (5-day license for an event at
Greene Square, 5th Street SE).
g. Pregame Brew & Chew, 3025 Mount Vernon Road SE.
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h. Riley’s, 804 5th Street SE.
i. Traveling Tapster LLC, 3316 Rosewood Court NE (5-day license for an event at Cedar
Rapids Bank & Trust, 116 6th Street NE).
j. Walmart #1528, 2645 Blairs Ferry Road NE.
k. Wild Hog Saloon & Eatery, Walford (5-day license for an event at Metro Harley Davidson,
2415 Westdale Drive SW).
16. Resolutions approving:
a. Payment of bills. CIP/DID #FIN2025-01
b. Payroll. CIP/DID #FIN2025-02
17. Resolutions appointing, reappointing and thanking the following individuals:
a. Appointing Josh Scott (effective through June 30, 2027) to the Cedar Rapids Medical Self-
Supported Municipal Improvement District Commission. CIP/DID #OB720222
b. Vote of thanks to Eric Dalton for serving on the Cedar Rapids Medical Self-Supported
Municipal Improvement District Commission. CIP/DID #OB720222
18. Resolutions approving special event applications and road closures for:
a. Art in the Park on July 27, 2025. CIP/DID #EVENT-93559-2025
b. Gathered & Grown Dinner on July 27, 2025. CIP/DID #EVENT-99811-2025.
c. Back to School Social on August 9, 2025. CIP/DID #EVENT-98230-2025
d. Need Pizza 10th Anniversary Party on August 10, 2025. CIP/DID #EVENT-97173-2025
19. Resolutions approving assessment actions:
a. Intent to assess – Solid Waste and Recycling – cleanup costs – three properties. (Council
Priority) CIP/DID #SWM-012-25
b. Levy assessment – Solid Waste and Recycling – cleanup costs – six properties. (Council
Priority) CIP/DID #SWM-009-25
c. Intent to assess – Water Division – delinquent municipal utility bills – 18 properties.
CIP/DID #WTR072225-01
d. Levy assessment – Water Division – delinquent municipal utility bills – 21 properties.
CIP/DID #WTR061025-01
20. Resolutions accepting subdivision improvements and approving Maintenance Bonds:
a. PCC pavement in Foxtail Ridge 1st Addition – Phase 3 and 4-year Maintenance Bond
submitted by Central States Concrete, LLC in the amount of $182,487.50. CIP/DID
#FLPT-000711-2024
b. Sanitary sewer in Foxtail Ridge 1st Addition – Phase 3 and 4-year Maintenance Bond
submitted by Abode Construction, Inc. in the amount of $73,416.04. CIP/DID #FLPT-
000711-2024
c. Storm sewer in Foxtail Ridge 1st Addition – Phase 3 and 4-year Maintenance Bond
submitted by Abode Construction, Inc. in the amount of $88,420. CIP/DID #FLPT-000711-
2024
d. Water system improvements in Foxtail Ridge 1st Addition – Phase 3 and 4-year
Maintenance Bond submitted by Abode Construction, Inc. in the amount of $97,116.90.
CIP/DID #2025031-01
21. Resolutions accepting projects, approving Performance Bonds and authorizing final payments:
a. FY 2025 Tree and Vegetation Removal project and final payment in the amount of
$11,083.90 to S2 Construction, LLC (original contract amount was $197,918; final contract
amount is $221,678). CIP/DID #301990-32
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b. 8840 6th Street SW Sanitary Sewer Replacement project, final payment in the amount of
$46,991.65 and 4-year Performance Bond submitted by Abode Construction, Inc. (original
contract amount was $36,078.60; final contract amount is $46,991.65). CIP/DID
#6550132-01
22. Resolutions approving final plats:
a. Edgewood Town Centre Seventh Addition for land south of Blairs Ferry Road NE and west
of Edgewood Road NE. (Council Priority) CIP/DID #FLPT-000385-2025
b. Meyer First Addition for land north of Johnson Avenue NW and west of 24th Street NW.
(Council Priority) CIP/DID #FLPT-000348-2025
23. Resolutions approving actions regarding purchases, contracts and agreements:
a. Amending Resolution No. 0738-06-25, which authorized a State Recreational Trails Grant
application to the Iowa Department of Transportation for the Lindale Trail Phase 2 project,
to correct the amount of the City’s matching funds. CIP/DID #325071-00
b. 28E Agreement with the City of Marion for Cedar Rapids Transit to provide fixed-route and
paratransit service for fiscal year 2026. CIP/DID #TRN2024-06
c. Fund agreement in the amount of $150,000 with the Greater Cedar Rapids Community
Foundation for the management and distribution of grants to local nonprofit partners
implementing key aspects of violence intervention initiatives. (Council Priority) CIP/DID
#CD-0047-2018
d. Corridor Fire Marshals Mobile Food Vendor Fire Inspection Agreement with the cities of
Cedar Falls, Waterloo, Hiawatha, Marion, North Liberty, Tiffin and Iowa City and the
University of Iowa. CIP/DID #FIR0725-0106
e. Amendment No. 2 to renew the contract with ImOn Communications, LLC for naming
rights for the Ice Arena for the Finance Department for five years for a revenue amount
not to exceed $600,000 (original contract amount was $500,000; renewal contract amount
is $600,000). CIP/DID #PUR0525-343
f. Amendment No. 1 to the Development Agreement with Big Ben LLC for a mixed-use
master-planned development along Kirkwood Boulevard and Wright Brothers Boulevard
SW. (Council Priority) CIP/DID #TIF-0056-2021
g. Consent to an Assignment and Assumption of Development Agreement among QTS
Cedar Rapids I, LLC and various related entities for a data center project along 76th
Avenue SW. (Council Priority) CIP/DID #TIF-0003-2024
h. Contract with Roto-Rooter for jetting and cleanout services for the Water Pollution Control
Facility, Water Division and Facilities Maintenance Services Division for an amount not to
exceed $200,000. CIP/DID #PUR0625-335
i. Amendment No. 3 to renew the contract with WSP USA, Inc. for grant writing services for
the City Manager’s Office for an amount not to exceed $219,000 (original contract amount
was $219,000; renewal contract amount is $219,000). CIP/DID #PUR0222-231
j. Information Technology Department purchase of software licenses and technical support
for the Utilities Department’s customer service and billing system from Mythics for a total
amount of $153,284.38. CIP/DID #IT2025-009
k. Contract with Deltawrx for consulting services in connection with a new public safety
software system for the Information Technology Department for an amount not to exceed
$184,943. CIP/DID #PUR0725-003
l. Amendment No. 1 to the contract with SHI International Corp. for Pure storage and
software support for the Information Technology Department to add services for an
amount not to exceed $5,334 (original contract amount was $99,992.21; total contract
amount with this amendment is $105,326.21). CIP/DID #PUR0525-309
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m. Contract with Verizon Wireless for Citywide cellular services and equipment for the
Information Technology Department for an annual amount not to exceed $375,000.
CIP/DID #PUR0625-357
n. Amendment No. 1 to renew the contract with Trees Forever for ReLeaf spring and fall tree
planting with community engagement for the Parks and Recreation Department for an
amount not to exceed $450,000 (original contract amount was $450,000; renewal contract
amount is $450,000). CIP/DID #PUR0724-004
o. Contract with Valentine Construction Company for the Ellis Harbor Sidewalk Repairs –
Phase 4 project for the Parks and Recreation Department for an amount not to exceed
$84,597. CIP/DID #PUR0525-308
p. Rescinding Resolution No. 1670-12-24, which authorized a contract with Linde, Inc. for
liquid oxygen for the Water Pollution Control Facility. CIP/DID #PUR1024-100
q. Contract with Airgas USA, LLC for liquid oxygen for the Water Pollution Control Facility for
an amount not to exceed $243,900. CIP/DID #PUR0725-013
r. Professional Services Agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. for an amount not to exceed
$208,050 for design services in connection with the Sanitary Sewer Force Main Condition
Assessment project. CIP/DID #651050009
s. Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Snyder & Associates, Inc.
for an amount not to exceed $72,000 for engineering design services in connection with
the 34th Street SE from Bever Avenue to Cottage Grove Avenue Reconstruction project
(original contract amount was $328,900; total contract amount with this amendment is
$400,900). (Paving for Progress) CIP/DID #3012429-02
t. Professional Services Agreement with Snyder & Associates, Inc. for an amount not to
exceed $236,478 for engineering design services in connection with the C Street SW over
Prairie Creek Bridge Deck Reconstruction project. (Paving for Progress) CIP/DID
#305155-01
u. Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Snyder & Associates, Inc.
for an amount not to exceed $84,700 for acquisition services in connection with the D
Avenue NW from West Post Road to Mayberry Drive Reconstruction project (original
contract amount was $238,200; total contract amount with this amendment is $322,900).
(Paving for Progress) CIP/DID #3012495-02
v. Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Snyder & Associates, Inc.
for an amount not to exceed $62,975 for design services in connection with the FY 2025
Bridge Maintenance project (original contract amount was $169,675; total contract amount
with this amendment is $232,650). (Paving for Progress) CIP/DID #305150-06
w. Amending Resolution No. 0758-06-25, which authorized Change Order No. 1 with
Clearcreek Coatings, Ltd. for the Glass Road Tank Reconditioning project, to correct the
amount to $51,900 (original contract amount was $452,122; total contract amount with this
amendment is $504,022). CIP/DID #6250132-02
x. Amendment to the Non-Franchise Utility Permit Agreement with Unite Private Networks,
LLC for access to the public right of way to expand the service area of its fiber network.
(Council Priority) CIP/DID #NFA-031540-2021
y. Total Acquisition Purchase Agreement in the amount of $40,000 and accepting a Quit
Claim Deed and an Affidavit of Possession for right-of-way from Cedar Rapids and Iowa
City Railway Co. for the vacant lot directly east of 2216 A Street SW in connection with
the LightLine Bridge project. CIP/DID #327002-00
z. Special Warranty Deed to GreatAmerica Building LLC and accepting payment in the
amount of $230,157.19 for land directly between 535 1st Street SE and 625 1st Street SE
in connection with the Cedar River Flood Risk Management project, and rescinding
Resolution No. 0308-03-25. (Council Priority) CIP/DID #3315200-00
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aa. Awarding and approving contract in the amount of $57,599.60, bond and insurance of
B.G. Brecke, Inc. for the Rockvalley Ln NW Sanitary & Storm Improvements project
(estimated cost was $68,000). CIP/DID #6550129-01
REGULAR AGENDA
24. Report on bids for the Riverfront Park 1 project (estimated cost is $290,000) (Steve Krug).
CIP/DID #PUR0625-336
a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $279,153.50, bond and
insurance of Valentine Construction Company for the Riverfront Park 1 project.
25. Report on bids for the GTC Parking Ramp Repairs project (estimated cost is $343,000) (Jason
Stancliffe). CIP/DID #PUR0625-337
a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $350,000, bond and
insurance of Western Specialty Contractors for the GTC Parking Ramp Repairs project.
26. Presentation and resolution authorizing execution of a Memorandum of Agreement with the
Housing Fund for Linn County for the operation of a Community Care Team and Margaret Bock
Housing Collaborative Pilot Program (Laura Shaw). (Council Priority) CIP/DID #CD-0075-2021
27. Presentation and resolution accepting a proposal from Time Check, LLC for the redevelopment
of seven City-owned properties along Ellis Boulevard NW and 6th Street NW near Time Check
Park (Jeff Wozencraft). (Council Priority) CIP/DID #PRD-000177-2025
28. Presentation and resolution accepting a proposal from Homeward Bound, LLC for the
redevelopment of seven City-owned properties along 22nd Avenue SW (Jeff Wozencraft).
(Council Priority) CIP/DID #PRD-000121-2025
ORDINANCES
Second and possible Third Readings
29. Ordinance amending Chapter 18 of the Municipal Code, Historic Preservation, to add Zastera
Pharmacy at 1135 Ellis Boulevard NW as a local landmark. (Council Priority) CIP/DID #HPC-
0008-2025
30. Ordinance granting a change of zone for property at 1712 32nd Street NE and 3201 and 3215
Carlisle Street NE from T-ML, Traditional Mixed Use Limited District, and S-RM1, Suburban
Residential Medium Single Unit District, to T-MC, Traditional Mixed Use Center District, as
requested by Mirami, LLC. (Council Priority) CIP/DID #RZNE-000215-2025
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31. Ordinance granting a change of zone for property at 4141 Johnson Avenue NW from S-RL1,
Suburban Residential Low Single Unit District, to P-IN, Public – Institutional District, as requested
by the Cedar Rapids Community School District. (Council Priority) CIP/DID #RZNE-000096-
2025
PUBLIC INPUT
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City Council on any subject pertaining to Council 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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