Committee of the Whole
Regular MeetingDavenport, IA · March 4, 2026
Agenda
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA
Wednesday, March 4, 2026; 5:30 PM
City Hall | 226 West 4th Street | Council Chambers
I. Moment of Silence
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Roll Call
IV. Meeting Protocol and Decorum
V. City Administrator Update
VI. Public Hearings
A. Community Development
1. Public Hearing for Case ORD26-01 being the request of Palmer College of
Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land Use Plan, generally bounded by West
12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Public Hearing for Case REZ26-01 being the request of Palmer College of
Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street, 1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street,
727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing Avenue from R-MF Multi-
Family Residential District and R-4C Single-Family and Two-Family Central
Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Public Hearing for Case ROW26-01 being the request of Palmer College of
Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive, between Brady Street and Perry Street, and
the southern 60 feet of the 20-foot-wide alley right-of-way located in Outlot 20
of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Public Hearing for Case ROW26-02 being the request of Palmer College of
Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street, between Perry Street and Pershing
Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights-of-way located north and south of
East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
B. Public Works
1. Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the Belle Avenue (East Locust Street to Elm Street) Mill and Overlay project,
CIP #35062. [Ward 5]
2. Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the Riverfront Quiet Zone (City Right-of-Way) Improvements project, CIP
#ARP12. [Wards 3 & 5]
3. Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the PROTECT | 2nd and Gaines Flood Mitigation project, CIP#35067. [Ward
3]
4. Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the Taxiway C and Terminal Apron Entrance Taxiways Reconstruction project
at the Davenport Municipal Airport, CIP# 20016. [Ward 8]
VII. Presentations
1. Firefighter Swearing-In Ceremony
-Griffin Wilder
-Tynan Numkena
VIII. Petitions and Communications from Council Members and the Mayor
IX. Action items for Discussion
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Matt Lienen, Chair; Mark Holloway, Vice Chair
X. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
1. Third Consideration: Ordinance for Case ORD25-03 being the request of Leverage
Holdings LLC to amend Chapter 17.08 entitled "Uses" of the Municipal Code of
Davenport, Iowa, to allow wholesale establishment as a permitted use in the C-3
zoning district and add principal use standards for wholesale establishment. [All
Wards]
2. First Consideration: Ordinance for Case ORD26-01 being the request of Palmer
College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land Use Plan, generally bounded by
West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing Avenue. [Ward 3]
3. First Consideration: Ordinance for Case REZ26-01 being the request of Palmer College
of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street, 1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street,
727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing Avenue from R-MF Multi-Family
Residential District and R-4C Single-Family and Two-Family Central Residential District
to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
4. First Consideration: Ordinance for Case ROW26-01 being the request of Palmer
College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive, between Brady Street and Perry
Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20-foot-wide alley right-of-way located in
Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
5. First Consideration: Ordinance for Case ROW26-02 being the request of Palmer
College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street between Perry Street and Pershing
Avenue and the adjacent public alley rights-of-way located north and south of East
10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
6. Resolution setting a Public Hearing on the proposed conveyance of 3.12 acres of City-
owned property located in the 3100 block of Research Parkway to Cornbelt
Properties, LLC, Petitioner. [Ward 8]
7. Resolution approving Case F26-01 being the request of Blowing Up LLC for a final plat
of Knight Nation Addition, a 2-lot subdivision on 4.715 acres located at 743 Schmidt
Road. [Ward 3]
XI. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Community Development items
PUBLIC SAFETY
Ben Jobgen, Chair; Tim Dunn, Vice Chair
XII. PUBLIC SAFETY
1. Second Consideration: Ordinance amending Schedule XI Resident Parking Only of
Chapter 10.96 entitled "Schedules" of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, by
adding 12th Street along the south side from a point 50 feet west of Christie Street,
west 24 feet. [Ward 5]
2. Resolution approving street, lane, and public ground closure requests on the listed
dates and times for outdoor events.
Cornbelt Running Club; Brady Street Sprints; 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Thursday, July 23,
2026; Closure: Brady Street from 4th Street to Palmer Drive. [Ward 3]
Cornbelt Running Club; Junior Bix; 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Friday, July 24,
2026; Closures: East 4th Street from Pershing Avenue to River Drive; East 3rd Street
from Iowa Street to River Drive; and Iowa and LeClaire Streets from East 3rd Street
to East 4th Street. [Ward 3]
3. Motion approving noise variance requests on the listed dates and times for outdoor
events.
Kilkenny's; St. Patrick's Day Celebration; 300 West 3rd Street; 8:00 a.m. Saturday,
March 14, 2026 - 12:00 a..m. Sunday, March 15, 2026; Outdoor music/band, over 50
dBA. [Ward 3]
4. Motion approving beer and liquor license applications.
A. New License, New Owner, Temporary Permit, Temporary Outdoor Area, Location
Transfer, Etc. (as noted):
Ward 1
Family Dollar Store 21879 (Family Dollar Stores of Iowa, LLC) – 2378 Rockingham
Road – New License – License Type: Class B Beer/Wine (Carry-Out)
Ward 3
Carriage Haus (Smoking Haus Entertainment) - 312 West 3rd Street - Temporary
Outdoor Area March 14-15 - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Daiquiri Factory (Daq Fac, LLC) - 303 West 3rd Street - Temporary Outdoor Area
March 14-15 - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Kilkenny’s Pub & Eatery (Kilkenny’s Pub, Inc) - 300 West 3rd Street - Temporary
Outdoor Area March 14-15 - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Mac's Tavern (Failte, Inc) - 316 West 3rd Street – Temporary Outdoor Area March 14-
15 - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
The Office (Local 563 Cocktail Lounge, LLC) - 116 West 3rd Street - Temporary
Outdoor Area March 14-15 - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Maldon Kitchen + Bar (Maldon, LLC) – 229 Brady Street #102 – New License –
License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
River Music Experience (Common Chord) – 131 West 2nd Street – Recurring License
– License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Ward 4
Happy Joe's Pizza (Dynamic Restaurant Acquisition, Inc) - 1616 West Locust Street –
New License - License Type: Special Class C Beer/Wine (On-Premises)
Ward 5
Riley’s Sports Haus (The Clubhaus, LLC) – 2218 East 11th Street – New
License/Owners - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Ward 7
El Gallo 502, LLC (El Gallo 502, LLC) – 3839 Brady Street – New License/Owners –
License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
B. Annual License Renewals (with Outdoor Area as noted):
Ward 1
The Goods Spot (Inconvenience, Inc) - 2805 Telegraph Road - License Type: Class B
Beer/Wine (Carry-Out)
Ward 3
Cru 221 (Cru 221, LLC) - 221 Brady Street - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-
Premises)
Golden Mart (Golden Mart, Inc) - 1026 West River Drive - License Type: Class E
Liquor (Carry-Out)
KCBrothers (KC 2 Brothers, Inc) - 214 Myrtle Street - License Type: Class E Liquor
(Carry-Out)
Lopiez Pizza (Lopez Curse, LLC) - 429 East 3rd Street #1 - License Type: Class C
Liquor (On-Premises)
Redstone Room (Common Chord) - 129 Main Street - License Type: Class C Liquor
(On-Premises)
Ward 4
The Goods Spot (Inconvenience, Inc) - 1732 North Marquette Street - License Type:
Class B Beer/Wine (Carry-Out)
Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds (Mississippi Valley Fair, Inc) - 2815 West Locust Street -
Outdoor Area - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
The Pour House (Boss Lady, Inc) - 1502 West Locust Street - Outdoor Area - License
Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Ward 5
Brew in the Village (3 Blessings, Inc) - 1104 Jersey Ridge Road - Outdoor Area -
License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Grumpy's Saloon (2118-2120, Inc) - 2120 East 11th Street - License Type: Class C
Liquor (On-Premises)
Ward 6
Buffalo Wild Wings (Blazin’ Wings, Inc) - 4860 Utica Ridge Road - Outdoor Area -
License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Camp McClellan Cellars (Julie Keehn) - 2302 East 11th Street - License Type: Class B
Beer/Wine (Carry-Out)
Crown Smoke & Vape (Crown Smoke & Vape, Inc) - 4810 Elmore Avenue - License
Type: Class E Liquor (Carry-Out)
El Compita (El Compita Mexican Bar & Grill in Kimberly, Inc) - 1720 East Kimberly
Road - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Los Agaves Mexican Grill (Los Agaves, Inc) - 4876 Utica Ridge Road - Outdoor Area -
License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Los Amigos (Los 3 Amigos 3, LLC) - 2843 East 53rd Street - License Type: Class C
Liquor (On-Premises)
QC Mart (Bethany Enterprises, Inc) - 2415 East 53rd Street - License Type: Class B
Beer/Wine (Carry-Out)
Ward 7
Lotus Asian Bistro (Double Chen Holdings, Inc) - 589 East 53rd Street - Outdoor Area
- License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Ward 8
Super Market (Super Market, Inc) - 6723 Northwest Boulevard - License Type: Class E
Liquor (Carry-Out)
C. Request for 19/20-Year-Old Exemption
Ward 3
Redstone Room (Common Chord) - 129 Main Street - License Type: Class C Liquor
(On-Premises)
River Music Experience (Common Chord) – 131 West 2nd Street – Recurring License
– License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
XIII. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Public Safety items
PUBLIC WORKS
Rick Dunn, Chair; Paul Vasquez Vice Chair
XIV. PUBLIC WORKS
1. Resolution accepting work completed under the Fairmount Library Roofing project by
Sterling Commercial Roofing, Inc of Sterling, Illinois, in the amount of $399,100, CIP
#23093. [Ward 2]
2. Resolution awarding a contract for Glaspell Street Rehabilitation project to CDMI
Concrete Contractors, Inc of Port Byron, Illinois, in the amount of $419,569.50, CIP
#35062. [Ward 1]
3. Resolution awarding a contract for the Jebens Avenue (West 61st Street to West
62nd Street) Reconstruction project to Feldman Concrete of Dyersville, Iowa, in the
amount of $231,458.60, CIP #35062. [Ward 2]
4. Resolution awarding a contract for the West 15th Street (Harrison Street to Brady
Street) Mill and Overlay project to CDMI Concrete Contractors, Inc of Port Byron,
Illinois, in the amount of $200,844.80, CIP #35062. [Ward 5]
5. Resolution awarding a contract for the installation of traffic signals at the intersection
of Brady Street and Lombard Street to Davenport Electric Contract Company of
Davenport, Iowa, in the amount of $181,201.38, CIP #38015. [Ward 5]
6. Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the Belle Avenue (East Locust Street to Elm Street) Mill and Overlay project, CIP
#35062. [Ward 5]
7. Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the Riverfront Quiet Zone (City Right-of-Way) Improvements project, CIP #ARP12.
[Wards 3 & 5]
8. Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the PROTECT | 2nd and Gaines Flood Mitigation project, CIP#35067. [Ward 3]
9. Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the Taxiway C and Terminal Apron Entrance Taxiways Reconstruction project at
the Davenport Municipal Airport, CIP #20016. [Ward 8]
10. Resolution amending the Resolution of Necessity covering the 2026 Alley Cost Share
Program, CIP #35038. [Wards 4 & 5]
11. Resolution overruling objections for the Resolution of Necessity covering the 2026
Alley Cost Share Program, CIP #35038. [Wards 4 & 5]
12. Resolution adopting the Resolution of Necessity covering the 2026 Alley Cost Share
Program, CIP #35038. [Wards 4 & 5]
13. Resolution ordering preparation of detailed plans, specifications, notice of hearing,
notice to bidders, form of contract, and publication of the notice to bidders and notice
of hearing covering the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program, CIP #35038. [Wards 4 & 5]
14. Resolution approving a grant agreement with the Iowa Department of Transportation
in the amount of $1,106,812 for the Utica Ridge Road and East 56th Street
Roundabout project. [Ward 6]
15. Resolution approving a cost-share and reimbursement agreement with the Iowa
Department of Transportation for three projects on Kimberly Road. [Wards 2, 6, & 7]
16. Motion determining property values for the FY 2026 Streambank Stabilization Cost-
Share Program project at 1030 Meadowview Lane. [Ward 8]
17. Motion approving the purchase of one Ford F-250 pickup truck chassis in the amount
of $43,725 from Stivers Ford of Waukee, Iowa, using Iowa Department of
Administrative Services contract #26063, and one Knapheide service body in the
amount of $39,326 from Truck Equipment of Des Moines, Iowa, using Iowa
Department of Administrative Services contract #MA005-24134, CIP #24033. [All
Wards]
XV. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Public Works items
FINANCE
Jazmin Newton, Chair; John Blunk, Vice Chair
XVI. FINANCE
XVII. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Finance items
XVIII. PURCHASE ORDERS OF $10,000 TO $50,000 ENTERED FEBRUARY 1-15, 2026 (For
Information Only)
1. Assured Partners Capital Inc | risk and occupation health consulting services |
Amount: $10,000
2. Humility of Mary Shelter | emergency winter shelter | Amount: $10,000
3. Motion Industries Inc | conveyor belts for Compost | Amount: $11,543.37
4. WRS Construction Inc | wall repair at Modern Woodmen Park | Amount: $11,605
5. First Arriving LLC | PD recruitment | Amount: $12,000
6. UB Holdings LLC | payment platform at RiverCenter | Amount: $14,109.11
7. McClure Engineering Co Inc | Duck Creek planning project | Amount: $15,310
8. MH Logistics Corp | TYMCO sweeper parts for stock | Amount: $16,202.50
9. Watersmith Engineering | 37th/Welcome Way storm sewer engineering services |
Amount: $16,750
10. LeadsOnline | annual renewal | Amount: $18,215
11. Klingner & Associates PC | West 90th Street reconstruction topographic survey |
Amount: $44,600
XIX. Other Ordinances, Resolutions and Motions
1. Resolution approving ten 2026 Open Prairie/Forest Cover property tax exemptions.
[Wards 1, 2, 6, 7, & 8]
2. Resolution approving an increase to base salary for Corporation Counsel Samuel Huff
and a modification to Section 8 of Huff’s Employment Agreement. [All Wards]
XX. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Other Ordinances, Resolutions and
Motions items
XXI. Public with Business
PLEASE NOTE: At this time individuals may address the City Council on any matters of City
business not appearing on this agenda. This is not an opportunity to discuss issues with the
Council members or get information. In accordance with Open Meetings law, the Council
cannot take action on any complaints or suggestions tonight.
Please state your name and ward for the record. There is a five (5) minute time limit. Please
end your comments promptly.
XXII. Final Comments from Council Members and the Mayor
XXIII. Adjourn
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA
Wednesday, March 4, 2026; 5:30 PM
City Hall | 226 West 4th Street | Council Chambers
I. Moment of Silence
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Roll Call
IV. Meeting Protocol and Decorum
V. City Administrator Update
VI. Public Hearings
A. Community Development
1. Public Hearing for Case ORD26-01 being the request of Palmer College of
Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land Use Plan, generally bounded by West
12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Public Hearing for Case REZ26-01 being the request of Palmer College of
Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street, 1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street,
727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing Avenue from R-MF Multi-
Family Residential District and R-4C Single-Family and Two-Family Central
Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Public Hearing for Case ROW26-01 being the request of Palmer College of
Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive, between Brady Street and Perry Street, and
the southern 60 feet of the 20-foot-wide alley right-of-way located in Outlot 20
of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Public Hearing for Case ROW26-02 being the request of Palmer College of
Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street, between Perry Street and Pershing
Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights-of-way located north and south of
East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
B. Public Works
1. Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the Belle Avenue (East Locust Street to Elm Street) Mill and Overlay project,
CIP #35062. [Ward 5]
2. Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the Riverfront Quiet Zone (City Right-of-Way) Improvements project, CIP
#ARP12. [Wards 3 & 5]
3. Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the PROTECT | 2nd and Gaines Flood Mitigation project, CIP#35067. [Ward
3]
4. Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the Taxiway C and Terminal Apron Entrance Taxiways Reconstruction project
at the Davenport Municipal Airport, CIP# 20016. [Ward 8]
VII. Presentations
1. Firefighter Swearing-In Ceremony
-Griffin Wilder
-Tynan Numkena
VIII. Petitions and Communications from Council Members and the Mayor
IX. Action items for Discussion
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Matt Lienen, Chair; Mark Holloway, Vice Chair
X. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
1. Third Consideration: Ordinance for Case ORD25-03 being the request of Leverage
Holdings LLC to amend Chapter 17.08 entitled "Uses" of the Municipal Code of
Davenport, Iowa, to allow wholesale establishment as a permitted use in the C-3
zoning district and add principal use standards for wholesale establishment. [All
Wards]
2. First Consideration: Ordinance for Case ORD26-01 being the request of Palmer
College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land Use Plan, generally bounded by
West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing Avenue. [Ward 3]
3. First Consideration: Ordinance for Case REZ26-01 being the request of Palmer College
of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street, 1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street,
727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing Avenue from R-MF Multi-Family
Residential District and R-4C Single-Family and Two-Family Central Residential District
to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
4. First Consideration: Ordinance for Case ROW26-01 being the request of Palmer
College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive, between Brady Street and Perry
Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20-foot-wide alley right-of-way located in
Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
5. First Consideration: Ordinance for Case ROW26-02 being the request of Palmer
College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street between Perry Street and Pershing
Avenue and the adjacent public alley rights-of-way located north and south of East
10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
6. Resolution setting a Public Hearing on the proposed conveyance of 3.12 acres of City-
owned property located in the 3100 block of Research Parkway to Cornbelt
Properties, LLC, Petitioner. [Ward 8]
7. Resolution approving Case F26-01 being the request of Blowing Up LLC for a final plat
of Knight Nation Addition, a 2-lot subdivision on 4.715 acres located at 743 Schmidt
Road. [Ward 3]
XI. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Community Development items
PUBLIC SAFETY
Ben Jobgen, Chair; Tim Dunn, Vice Chair
XII. PUBLIC SAFETY
1. Second Consideration: Ordinance amending Schedule XI Resident Parking Only of
Chapter 10.96 entitled "Schedules" of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, by
adding 12th Street along the south side from a point 50 feet west of Christie Street,
west 24 feet. [Ward 5]
2. Resolution approving street, lane, and public ground closure requests on the listed
dates and times for outdoor events.
Cornbelt Running Club; Brady Street Sprints; 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Thursday, July 23,
2026; Closure: Brady Street from 4th Street to Palmer Drive. [Ward 3]
Cornbelt Running Club; Junior Bix; 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Friday, July 24,
2026; Closures: East 4th Street from Pershing Avenue to River Drive; East 3rd Street
from Iowa Street to River Drive; and Iowa and LeClaire Streets from East 3rd Street
to East 4th Street. [Ward 3]
3. Motion approving noise variance requests on the listed dates and times for outdoor
events.
Kilkenny's; St. Patrick's Day Celebration; 300 West 3rd Street; 8:00 a.m. Saturday,
March 14, 2026 - 12:00 a..m. Sunday, March 15, 2026; Outdoor music/band, over 50
dBA. [Ward 3]
4. Motion approving beer and liquor license applications.
A. New License, New Owner, Temporary Permit, Temporary Outdoor Area, Location
Transfer, Etc. (as noted):
Ward 1
Family Dollar Store 21879 (Family Dollar Stores of Iowa, LLC) – 2378 Rockingham
Road – New License – License Type: Class B Beer/Wine (Carry-Out)
Ward 3
Carriage Haus (Smoking Haus Entertainment) - 312 West 3rd Street - Temporary
Outdoor Area March 14-15 - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Daiquiri Factory (Daq Fac, LLC) - 303 West 3rd Street - Temporary Outdoor Area
March 14-15 - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Kilkenny’s Pub & Eatery (Kilkenny’s Pub, Inc) - 300 West 3rd Street - Temporary
Outdoor Area March 14-15 - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Mac's Tavern (Failte, Inc) - 316 West 3rd Street – Temporary Outdoor Area March 14-
15 - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
The Office (Local 563 Cocktail Lounge, LLC) - 116 West 3rd Street - Temporary
Outdoor Area March 14-15 - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Maldon Kitchen + Bar (Maldon, LLC) – 229 Brady Street #102 – New License –
License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
River Music Experience (Common Chord) – 131 West 2nd Street – Recurring License
– License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Ward 4
Happy Joe's Pizza (Dynamic Restaurant Acquisition, Inc) - 1616 West Locust Street –
New License - License Type: Special Class C Beer/Wine (On-Premises)
Ward 5
Riley’s Sports Haus (The Clubhaus, LLC) – 2218 East 11th Street – New
License/Owners - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Ward 7
El Gallo 502, LLC (El Gallo 502, LLC) – 3839 Brady Street – New License/Owners –
License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
B. Annual License Renewals (with Outdoor Area as noted):
Ward 1
The Goods Spot (Inconvenience, Inc) - 2805 Telegraph Road - License Type: Class B
Beer/Wine (Carry-Out)
Ward 3
Cru 221 (Cru 221, LLC) - 221 Brady Street - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-
Premises)
Golden Mart (Golden Mart, Inc) - 1026 West River Drive - License Type: Class E
Liquor (Carry-Out)
KCBrothers (KC 2 Brothers, Inc) - 214 Myrtle Street - License Type: Class E Liquor
(Carry-Out)
Lopiez Pizza (Lopez Curse, LLC) - 429 East 3rd Street #1 - License Type: Class C
Liquor (On-Premises)
Redstone Room (Common Chord) - 129 Main Street - License Type: Class C Liquor
(On-Premises)
Ward 4
The Goods Spot (Inconvenience, Inc) - 1732 North Marquette Street - License Type:
Class B Beer/Wine (Carry-Out)
Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds (Mississippi Valley Fair, Inc) - 2815 West Locust Street -
Outdoor Area - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
The Pour House (Boss Lady, Inc) - 1502 West Locust Street - Outdoor Area - License
Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Ward 5
Brew in the Village (3 Blessings, Inc) - 1104 Jersey Ridge Road - Outdoor Area -
License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Grumpy's Saloon (2118-2120, Inc) - 2120 East 11th Street - License Type: Class C
Liquor (On-Premises)
Ward 6
Buffalo Wild Wings (Blazin’ Wings, Inc) - 4860 Utica Ridge Road - Outdoor Area -
License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Camp McClellan Cellars (Julie Keehn) - 2302 East 11th Street - License Type: Class B
Beer/Wine (Carry-Out)
Crown Smoke & Vape (Crown Smoke & Vape, Inc) - 4810 Elmore Avenue - License
Type: Class E Liquor (Carry-Out)
El Compita (El Compita Mexican Bar & Grill in Kimberly, Inc) - 1720 East Kimberly
Road - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Los Agaves Mexican Grill (Los Agaves, Inc) - 4876 Utica Ridge Road - Outdoor Area -
License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Los Amigos (Los 3 Amigos 3, LLC) - 2843 East 53rd Street - License Type: Class C
Liquor (On-Premises)
QC Mart (Bethany Enterprises, Inc) - 2415 East 53rd Street - License Type: Class B
Beer/Wine (Carry-Out)
Ward 7
Lotus Asian Bistro (Double Chen Holdings, Inc) - 589 East 53rd Street - Outdoor Area
- License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Ward 8
Super Market (Super Market, Inc) - 6723 Northwest Boulevard - License Type: Class E
Liquor (Carry-Out)
C. Request for 19/20-Year-Old Exemption
Ward 3
Redstone Room (Common Chord) - 129 Main Street - License Type: Class C Liquor
(On-Premises)
River Music Experience (Common Chord) – 131 West 2nd Street – Recurring License
– License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
XIII. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Public Safety items
PUBLIC WORKS
Rick Dunn, Chair; Paul Vasquez Vice Chair
XIV. PUBLIC WORKS
1. Resolution accepting work completed under the Fairmount Library Roofing project by
Sterling Commercial Roofing, Inc of Sterling, Illinois, in the amount of $399,100, CIP
#23093. [Ward 2]
2. Resolution awarding a contract for Glaspell Street Rehabilitation project to CDMI
Concrete Contractors, Inc of Port Byron, Illinois, in the amount of $419,569.50, CIP
#35062. [Ward 1]
3. Resolution awarding a contract for the Jebens Avenue (West 61st Street to West
62nd Street) Reconstruction project to Feldman Concrete of Dyersville, Iowa, in the
amount of $231,458.60, CIP #35062. [Ward 2]
4. Resolution awarding a contract for the West 15th Street (Harrison Street to Brady
Street) Mill and Overlay project to CDMI Concrete Contractors, Inc of Port Byron,
Illinois, in the amount of $200,844.80, CIP #35062. [Ward 5]
5. Resolution awarding a contract for the installation of traffic signals at the intersection
of Brady Street and Lombard Street to Davenport Electric Contract Company of
Davenport, Iowa, in the amount of $181,201.38, CIP #38015. [Ward 5]
6. Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the Belle Avenue (East Locust Street to Elm Street) Mill and Overlay project, CIP
#35062. [Ward 5]
7. Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the Riverfront Quiet Zone (City Right-of-Way) Improvements project, CIP #ARP12.
[Wards 3 & 5]
8. Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the PROTECT | 2nd and Gaines Flood Mitigation project, CIP#35067. [Ward 3]
9. Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the Taxiway C and Terminal Apron Entrance Taxiways Reconstruction project at
the Davenport Municipal Airport, CIP #20016. [Ward 8]
10. Resolution amending the Resolution of Necessity covering the 2026 Alley Cost Share
Program, CIP #35038. [Wards 4 & 5]
11. Resolution overruling objections for the Resolution of Necessity covering the 2026
Alley Cost Share Program, CIP #35038. [Wards 4 & 5]
12. Resolution adopting the Resolution of Necessity covering the 2026 Alley Cost Share
Program, CIP #35038. [Wards 4 & 5]
13. Resolution ordering preparation of detailed plans, specifications, notice of hearing,
notice to bidders, form of contract, and publication of the notice to bidders and notice
of hearing covering the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program, CIP #35038. [Wards 4 & 5]
14. Resolution approving a grant agreement with the Iowa Department of Transportation
in the amount of $1,106,812 for the Utica Ridge Road and East 56th Street
Roundabout project. [Ward 6]
15. Resolution approving a cost-share and reimbursement agreement with the Iowa
Department of Transportation for three projects on Kimberly Road. [Wards 2, 6, & 7]
16. Motion determining property values for the FY 2026 Streambank Stabilization Cost-
Share Program project at 1030 Meadowview Lane. [Ward 8]
17. Motion approving the purchase of one Ford F-250 pickup truck chassis in the amount
of $43,725 from Stivers Ford of Waukee, Iowa, using Iowa Department of
Administrative Services contract #26063, and one Knapheide service body in the
amount of $39,326 from Truck Equipment of Des Moines, Iowa, using Iowa
Department of Administrative Services contract #MA005-24134, CIP #24033. [All
Wards]
XV. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Public Works items
FINANCE
Jazmin Newton, Chair; John Blunk, Vice Chair
XVI. FINANCE
XVII. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Finance items
XVIII. PURCHASE ORDERS OF $10,000 TO $50,000 ENTERED FEBRUARY 1-15, 2026 (For
Information Only)
1. Assured Partners Capital Inc | risk and occupation health consulting services |
Amount: $10,000
2. Humility of Mary Shelter | emergency winter shelter | Amount: $10,000
3. Motion Industries Inc | conveyor belts for Compost | Amount: $11,543.37
4. WRS Construction Inc | wall repair at Modern Woodmen Park | Amount: $11,605
5. First Arriving LLC | PD recruitment | Amount: $12,000
6. UB Holdings LLC | payment platform at RiverCenter | Amount: $14,109.11
7. McClure Engineering Co Inc | Duck Creek planning project | Amount: $15,310
8. MH Logistics Corp | TYMCO sweeper parts for stock | Amount: $16,202.50
9. Watersmith Engineering | 37th/Welcome Way storm sewer engineering services |
Amount: $16,750
10. LeadsOnline | annual renewal | Amount: $18,215
11. Klingner & Associates PC | West 90th Street reconstruction topographic survey |
Amount: $44,600
XIX. Other Ordinances, Resolutions and Motions
1. Resolution approving ten 2026 Open Prairie/Forest Cover property tax exemptions.
[Wards 1, 2, 6, 7, & 8]
2. Resolution approving an increase to base salary for Corporation Counsel Samuel Huff
and a modification to Section 8 of Huff’s Employment Agreement. [All Wards]
XX. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Other Ordinances, Resolutions and
Motions items
XXI. Public with Business
PLEASE NOTE: At this time individuals may address the City Council on any matters of City
business not appearing on this agenda. This is not an opportunity to discuss issues with the
Council members or get information. In accordance with Open Meetings law, the Council
cannot take action on any complaints or suggestions tonight.
Please state your name and ward for the record. There is a five (5) minute time limit. Please
end your comments promptly.
XXII. Final Comments from Council Members and the Mayor
XXIII. Adjourn
City of Davenport
Department: Development & Neighborhood Services Action / Date
Contact Info: Laura Berkley | 563-888-3553 3/4/2026
Subject:
Public Hearing for Case ORD26-01 being the request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend
the Campus Land Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street,
and Pershing Avenue. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Hold the Hearing.
Background:
Request
Palmer College of Chiropractic is undergoing a comprehensive planning effort for their campus,
generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing Avenue. This
request amends the Campus Land Use Plan adopted in 2021, which focused on improvements
to the northeast corner of campus. This included the construction of VanDuyne Hall for student
housing, the outdoor turf recreational field, and the conversion of 11th Street into a pedestrian
corridor. Since these items have been implemented, the institution is identifying future projects
to be completed over the next ten years.
2026 Campus Master Plan Amendments
The proposed updates include improvements to the main campus entrance off Brady Street,
plans for a new academic facility, enhancements to off-street parking lots, expanded green
space, and potential sites for future student housing. The plan also prioritizes improved traffic
safety, particularly along Perry Street. In addition, the amendment updates the Institutional
Campus District boundaries to reflect recent property acquisitions.
Collectively, the proposed changes are intended to enhance campus access, safety, and overall
functionality while supporting the institution’s long-term growth. Additional details are provided
in the attached Campus Master Plan.
Zoning
Palmer College of Chiropractic is zoned IC Institutional Campus District, which is intended
to encourage a comprehensive approach to development by significant institutions within the
City. The IC District is also intended to:
1. Further the policies of the Comprehensive Plan.
2. Permit appropriate institutional growth within the boundaries of the district while
minimizing the adverse impacts associated with development and geographic expansion.
3. Balance the ability of specific institutions to grow and adapt to changing needs while
protecting the livability and vitality of adjacent areas.
4. Encourage the preparation of a land use plan for higher development intensity
institutional campuses that enables the community to understand the levels of
development being proposed, their likely impacts and appropriate mitigation measures.
The IC District operates with two levels of regulation. The first is a set of base district
regulations that provide for a certain intensity of development by-right. The second allows for
the approval of a land use plan, which must be approved by the City Council, that creates
regulations that allow for flexibility in the development and expansion of the institution above
the standards set by the base district regulations. Once a land use plan is submitted and
approved, the development proceeds in accordance with the plan rather than the base district
regulations.
Why is a land use plan required?
An approved land use plan is effective for a period of ten years, although updates and
amendments may be pursued during that time period. Development projects consistent with the
adopted land use plan will undergo administrative site plan and building permit review.
Palmer College of Chiropractic's previous Campus Master Plan was approved in 2021. Since that
time, the college has engaged in a comprehensive planning process to assess future growth and
development opportunities. As a result of this effort, an updated Campus Master Plan has been
prepared and formally submitted to the City for review and approval.
Plan and Zoning Commission Recommendation
At its February 17, 2026, meeting, the City Plan and Zoning Commission voted to forward Case
ORD26-01 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings.
Findings
1. The land use plan is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Future Land Use Plan.
2. The land use plan amendment is appropriate for an 'Educational Facility-University or
College'.
3. The proposed land use plan is generally consistent with the established institutional and
residential character of the area.
4. The land use plan is consistent with the principal uses permitted within the IC
Institutional Campus District.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment promotes the public health, safety, and welfare
of the City.
6. The proposed Campus Land Use Plan does not create any nonconformities.
The staff report from the February 17, 2026, Plan and Zoning Commission meeting is attached.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Plan & Zoning Commission Staff Report
3. Application
4. Maps
5. Public Notice-Committee of the Whole
6. Public Notice-Plan & Zoning Commission
7. Applicant Presentation at Neighborhood Meeting
8. Palmer Community Organization Communication Timeline
9. Public Comment in Opposition-1129 Brady Street
10. Palmer Drive-Truck Turning Movement Exhibit
ORDINANCE NO. _________________
AN ORDINANCE FOR CASE ORD26-01 BEING THE REQUEST OF PALMER COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
TO AMEND THE CAMPUS LAND USE PLAN, GENERALLY BOUNDED BY WEST 12TH STREET, HARRISON
STREET, 6TH STREET, AND PERSHING AVENUE.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA:
Section 1. The following described unit of Scott County, Iowa, real estate is hereby subject to the
adopted land use plan in Case ORD26-01. The property has the following legal description:
Part of the Northwest Quarter of Section 25, Township 78 North, Range 3 East and the
Northeast and Southeast Quarter Section 26, Township 28 North, Range 3 East of the 5th
Principal Meridian, Scott County, Iowa, more particularly described as follows:
Beginning at the intersection of the centerlines of Main Street and Palmer Drive; thence east
along said centerline of Palmer Drive to the centerline of Brady Street; thence North along
said centerline of Brady Street to the north property line of 1129 Brady Street extended
westerly to the centerline of Brady Street; thence East along said north property line and its
extensions westerly and easterly to the centerline of a public alley; thence North along said
centerline of said public alley to the centerline of East 12th Street; thence East along said
centerline of East 12 Street to the centerline of Pershing Avenue; thence South along said
centerline of Pershing Avenue to the south property line of 822 Pershing Avenue extended
easterly to the centerline of Pershing Avenue; thence West along said south property line and
its extensions easterly and westerly to the centerline of a public alley; thence South along said
centerline of a public alley to the south property line of 725 Perry Street extended easterly;
thence west along the south line of 725 Perry Street and its extension westerly to the centerline
of Perry Street; thence South along said centerline of Perry Street to the south property line
of 711 Brady Street extended easterly to the centerline of Perry Street; thence west along said
south property line and its easterly extension to the east property line of 707 Brady Street;
thence south along said east property line and its northernly extension to the north property
line of 705 Brady Street; thence south along said east property line of 705 Brady Street and
its northernly extension to the north property line of 701 Brady Street; thence south along
said east property line and its northernly extension to the centerline of East 7th Street; thence
West along said centerline of East 7th Street to the centerline of Brady Street; thence South
along said centerline of Brady Street to the centerline of a public alley extended easterly to
centerline of Brady Street; thence West along said centerline of a public alley and its westerly
extension to the centerline of Main Street; thence North along said centerline of Main Street
to the south property line of 704 Main Street extended easterly to the centerline of Main Street;
thence west along said south property line and its extensions easterly and westerly to the
centerline of a public alley; thence North along said centerline of a public alley to the south
property line of 705 Harrison Street extended easterly to the centerline of a public alley; thence
West along said south property line and its extensions easterly and westerly to the centerline
of Harrison Street; thence North along said centerline of Harrison Street to the centerline of
West 8th Street extended westerly to centerline of Harrison Street; thence East along said
centerline of West 8th Street to the centerline of Main Street; thence North along said
centerline of Main Street to the Point of Beginning at the intersection of the centerlines of Main
Street and Palmer Drive.
Properties excluded from the above-described IC boundary are as follows: 805 Brady Street.
Section 2. That the following findings are hereby imposed upon said ordinance:
Findings
1. The land use plan is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Future Land Use Plan.
2. The land use plan amendment is appropriate for an 'Educational Facility-University or College'.
3. The proposed land use plan is generally consistent with the established institutional and
residential character of the area.
4. The land use plan is consistent with the principal uses permitted within the IC Institutional
Campus District.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment promotes the public health, safety, and welfare of the
City.
6. The proposed Campus Land Use Plan does not create any nonconformities.
Section 3. At its February 17, 2026, meeting, the City Plan and Zoning Commission voted to forward
Case ORD26-01 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any of the provisions of this ordinance are for any reason illegal or void,
then the lawful provisions of this ordinance, which are separable from said unlawful provisions shall
be and remain in full force and effect, the same as if the ordinance contained no illegal or void
provisions.
REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are
hereby repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective after its final passage and
publication as by law provided.
First Consideration ___________________________________
Second Consideration ____________________________
Approved _________________________________
Published in the Quad-City Times on _________________________
Attest:
_____________________________ _____________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
Palmer College of Chiropractic
IC Institutional Campus District
Major Amendment Description
December 26th, 2025
Reason for Major Modification to IC
As part of Palmer College’s mission to continue to provide a world-class education to the
chiropractors of the future, we are constantly evaluating our campus to try to provide the best
facilities possible for our students, staff, and patients. During the most recent round of the
campus reviews, several areas of focus were identified for improvement in the campus footprint.
These updates include improvements to the main campus entrance off Brady Street, plans for a
new academic facility called the Palmer Forum, enhancements to parking, improved traffic flow
and wayfinding, and expanded green space and outdoor study areas. The plan also prioritizes
improved traffic safety along Perry Street and identifies potential sites for future student
housing. Together, these changes will strengthen the campus experience for students, staff,
and visitors alike.
The major amendments included in this submittal are:
1. The addition of properties to the campus footprint.
a. Proposed changes to the campus boundary incorporate properties adjacent to the
current boundary that have been acquired by Palmer College since the last Campus
Master Plan was approved in 2021. Properties that are being incorporated into the IC
footprint include:
i. 1111 Perry Street
ii. 208 E 11th Street
iii. 822 Pershing Ave
iv. 739 Perry Street (The Roslyn)
v. 727 Perry Street
vi. 725 Perry Street
2. The removal of the previously proposed mixed-use development east of Brady Street, North
of Palmer Drive.
a. The latest approved IC included a mixed-use development in the northern vicinity of
the campus. When evaluating the plans for the development of the campus over the
next 10 years, this property was not a priority. Palmer is removing the proposed
development and showing the underlying properties as they currently exist in the
future campus plan.
3. Vacation of Palmer Drive Right of Way and the revisions to the layout and use of the
previous Palmer Drive Right of Way.
a. One of the main focuses to come out of the review of the campus plan was the
desire to develop a well-defined main campus entrance off Brady Street at the
existing Palmer Drive location. The currently approved IC includes the closure of the
east half of Palmer Drive with traffic being directed to the north to the alleyway
between Brady Street and Perry Street. The updated campus plan proposes a
similar layout, with some key changes. The east half of the vacated Palmer Drive
will be changed to a pedestrian corridor, similar to the pedestrian corridor that was
constructed on 11th Street. This pedestrian area will be designed to allow emergency
services access through the area if necessary. The west half of Palmer Drive will be
converted from a one-way road to a campus entrance. This entrance will allow drop-
off near the campus center, have a roundabout to maintain access to the alleyway
north of the road, and will have a new drive from the Palmer campus back onto
Brady Street. This proposed layout has received preliminary approval from the Iowa
DOT, and the drive will also be designed for emergency services access. Palmer
would also like to use bricks that are salvaged from under the existing Palmer Drive
Right of Way in the design of the new drive and walkway pavement sections.
4. Adding the Palmer Forum and associated outdoor plaza area.
a. Another area of emphasis that came out of the latest campus review was the need
for an academic space that could also act as a gathering space for large
presentations or celebrations. Multiple areas of campus were investigated to find the
most appropriate location for this space, and it was ultimately determined that a
central campus location north of the Bechtel center was the best fit. This new
building, the Palmer Forum, is intended to be flexible enough to host large and small
classes, as well as graduation and speaker presentations. Adjacent to the proposed
Palmer Forum, the new campus master plan includes an enhanced greenspace and
outdoor study area. This area will be similar to other outdoor study spaces on
campus such as the Keller Terrace, the Clinic Gardens, and the VanDuyne Hall
courtyard.
5. Removing the previously approved closure of the west half of 9th street between Perry Street
and Pershing Street.
a. After evaluating traffic circulation patterns throughout the campus and discussing
access with city emergency services personnel, it was determined that the benefits
from the closure of this portion of 9th street would be outweighed by the impact on
emergency access to the surrounding community. Because of this, Palmer is
removing this proposed closure from the campus master plan.
6. Improved traffic safety features along Perry Street between 12th street and 9th Street.
a. As part of the new campus master plan, Palmer is anticipating an increase in the
pedestrian circulation in the center of campus. This area generally includes the 11th
street pedestrian corridor, the VanDuyne Student housing courtyard, the proposed
Palmer Drive pedestrian corridor, and the proposed Palmer Forum outdoor plaza.
Though these areas are close in proximity, they are generally bisected by the Perry
Street Right of Way. In order to encourage safe vehicular / pedestrian interactions in
this area and to minimize the risk of any accidents occurring, Palmer is proposing
three traffic calming bump outs along Perry Street between 12th street and 9th street.
These bump outs would help consolidate pedestrian crossings on Perry Street while
also slowing traffic as it passes through the center of the Palmer Campus.
7. Removing the previously approved partial closure of 8th Street between Main Street and
Brady Street.
a. With the addition of the proposed student housing and parking lots south of 8th street,
the college determined that it would be more beneficial to have increased
accessibility between Main Street and Brady Street than to continue the plan to close
the west half of 8th Street. Because of this, the college is removing the proposed
closure of 8th street from their campus master plan.
8. Adding sites for future student housing buildings east of Main Street.
a. Due to the success of the VanDuyne student housing building, Palmer college
determined that there is a sufficient desire for additional student housing within the
campus footprint. To meet this demand, two student housing buildings as well as
associated parking lots are being shown in the empty lot east of Main Street. These
structures were shown in previous versions of the campus master plan but were
removed with the latest approved IC when VanDuyne hall was added. The college
believes that within the next 10 years there will be sufficient demand for on-campus
housing to support the additional proposed units.
9. Removing the partial closure of 7th street between Main Street and Brady Street.
a. With the addition of the proposed student housing and parking lots north of 7th street,
the college determined that it would be more beneficial to have increased
accessibility between Main Street and Brady Street than to continue the plan for the
partial closures at both ends of 7th street. Because of this, the college is removing the
proposed closure of 7th street from the campus master plan.
Palmer College of Chiropractic
IC Institutional Campus District
Application Narrative
December 26th, 2025
Outline of Submittals and Narrative
Section G - Land Use Plan
1.) A completed application, with a narrative of intent and description of
compatibility with the surrounding area.
A completed application is included with the submittal. Please see Palmer IC –
Rezoning Application Packet. A narrative of the intent and description of compatibility
with the surrounding area can be seen in Section 5 of this outline.
2.) Boundary Survey
Due to the irregular shape of the Palmer Campus, the internal property that is not
included in the IC, and the numerous individual properties that make up the Palmer
Campus, a full legal description of the campus was not completed for the IC.
Instead, a general description of the IC boundary can be seen in the document titled
Addendum 4 - IC Boundary, of the submittal. Additionally, the overall IC Boundary
can be seen on each of the drawings included in the submittal. These drawings are
to scale, with the scale of each sheet identified on that sheet.
3.) Set of Drawings supporting the IC Major Amendment Submittal
a. Proposed Name or Title of the project
Palmer College of Chiropractic - Institutional Campus
b. North arrow, vicinity map, plan scale, date of plan preparation.
North arrow, plan scale, and date of plan preparation can be seen on
each sheet of the submittal. The vicinity map of the project can be seen
on the Cover Sheet of the plan set.
c. Tabulated Site Data
i.) Number of Gross Acres
The gross Acres included in the IC can be seen in the Table on
sheet C-4 - Overall Land Use Plan.
ii.) Existing and proposed lot coverage
A summary of the existing and proposed lot coverage can be
seen in the table on sheet C-4 - Overall Land Use Plan. These
overall areas are further broken down by each individual lot on
sheet C-14 - Data Sheet.
iii.) Existing and proposed total square footage and floor area ratio of
buildings
A summary of the total square footage and floor areas of the
buildings can be seen in Addendum 5 - Existing and Proposed
Building Data Summary. The actual footprints of the buildings
indicated in Addendum 5 can be seen on sheets C-4 - Overall
Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and C-6 - Land Use
Plan - South.
iv.) Existing and Proposed number of parking stalls
The existing areas available for parking throughout campus can
be seen on sheet C-7 - Existing Campus Parking Data. All existing
Palmer Campus parking lots, supplemental parking areas, and on
street parking areas are labeled on the drawing. The tables on
the right side of the sheet identify how many stalls are available in
each of the areas.
The proposed areas for parking throughout the camps can be
seen on sheet C-8 - Proposed Campus Parking Data. All
proposed Palmer Campus parking lots, supplemental parking
areas, and on street parking areas are labeled on the drawing.
The tables on the right side of the sheet identify how many stalls
are available in each of the areas.
Addendum 6 - Parking Summary, provides a general explanation
of the existing and proposed parking conditions, identifies which
lots will be removed, which are added, and compares the
proposed parking design to the requirements laid out in the city
zoning ordinance.
v.) Parking ratio determined
A summary of the existing and proposed parking ratios can be
seen in Addendum 6 - Parking Summary.
d. Existing land use and zoning surrounding the proposed development and the
distance from the subject property line to the nearest structure on all abutting
properties within 200 feet of the perimeter of the site.
Existing Land use zoning is shown on the Cover Sheet of the plan set.
Due to the high number of existing structures within 200’ of the IC
boarder, exact dimensions were not provided on these plans. All
structures within 200’ of the IC can be seen on sheets C-4 - Overall
Existing Conditions, C-5 - Existing Conditions North, and C-6 - Existing
Conditions South. These sheets are all to the scale indicated on the
sheet, and dimensions can be measured as needed.
e. The location of the existing and proposed services including water, sanitary,
storm, electric, gas, streets, capacity of those services and the service
requirements for the developments.
Existing utilities were located using a combination of city GIS, information
supplied from the utility providers, and in some areas topographic
surveying techniques. The location and size of the identified utilities can
be seen on sheet C-10 - Site Utilities - North, and C-11 - Site Utilities -
South.
f. Site constraints
i.) Slopes in excess of 10%
Slopes in excess of 10% are identified on sheets C-12- Grading &
Drainage - North and C-13 Grading and Drainage - South.
ii.) Drainage ways that carry water from abutting properties, drainage
ways that drain areas on the site in excess of one acre and any area
designated as a floodplain or floodway.
In general, the Palmer Campus drains from North to South.
Existing Campus Drainage ways are identified on sheets C-12 -
Grading & Drainage - North and C-13 - Grading and Drainage -
South. There are no areas within the campus footprint that are
designated as a floodplain or floodway.
iii.) Soils that are unsuitable or require special treatment to support
urban development as determined by the Soil Conservation
Services Soil Survey.
Site Soils are identified on sheet C-9 - S-IC Area and Soils. A
table summarizing the characteristics of the identified soils Is
located on the right side of the sheet.
g. Existing and proposed grade changes on a two-foot interval topographic map on
a scale basis.
Existing Contours were developed using Scott County LIDAR Data.
These contours are shown at 2’ interval on sheets C-12- Grading &
Drainage - North and C-13 - Grading and Drainage - South. Proposed
grades have not been determined at this time. The intent of the campus
plan for final conditions to imitate existing site slopes and drainage
patterns, with some modifications being made for accessibility and
usability.
h. Existing and proposed building pad locations with proposed building area,
number of stories, overall height, a list of the proposed uses in the structure and
its gross floor area.
Existing building pad locations can be seen on Sheets C-1 - Overall
Existing Conditions, C-2 - Existing Conditions - North, and C-3 - Existing
Conditions - South. Proposed building pad locations can be seen on
sheets C-4 - Overall Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and
C-6 - Land Use Plan - South. A table of the requested information about
the proposed building can be seen in Addendum 5 - Existing and
Proposed Building Data Summary.
i. The location of existing and proposed parking areas including the extent of
paving, proposed circulation, and number of parking spaces.
The existing parking areas can be seen on sheet C-7 - Existing Campus
Parking Data. This sheet shows the circulation of the lots, and the stalls in
each lot are listed in various tables on the right side of the sheet. The
proposed parking areas can be seen on sheet C-8- Proposed Campus
Parking Data. This sheet shows the circulation of the lots, and the stalls in
each lot are listed in various tables on the right side of the sheet. The total
paved area of the parking lots can be seen on sheet C-14 - Data Sheet.
j. Location of existing and proposed loading docks, receiving areas, trash pick-up
areas, and other areas requiring screening.
Existing loading docks, receiving areas, and trash pick-up areas can be
seen on sheets C-2 - Existing Conditions - North, and C-3 - Existing
Conditions - South. Proposed loading docks, receiving areas, and trash
pick-up areas can be seen on sheets C-9 – IC Areas and Soils.
k. The location of existing and proposed landscaping and buffering to be developed
in the project. Massing and density of plant and other screening materials must
be indicated.
Existing Landscape screening areas can be seen on sheets C-1 - Overall
Existing Conditions, C-2 - Existing Conditions - North, and C-3 - Existing
Conditions - South. Proposed landscaping and buffering can be seen on
sheets C-4 - Overall Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and
C-6 - Land Use Plan - South.
l. Location and configuration of all existing and proposed access points within
public streets and a pedestrian / bicycle circulation plan.
All existing access points to campus can be seen on sheets C-1 - Overall
Existing Conditions, C-2 - Existing Conditions - North, and C-3 - Existing
Conditions - South. All proposed access points can be seen on sheets C-
4 - Overall Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and C-6 - Land
Use Plan - South. Proposed road closures can be seen on the sheets
showing the final campus layout. To help enhance the pedestrian and
bicycle circulation through the center of Campus, the proposed plan
includes the conversion of the east half of Palmer Drive to an enhanced
pedestrian corridor. This pedestrian corridor will be designed in a way to
maintain emergency service access through the existing Palmer Drive
R.O.W. In addition to this, Palmer is proposing three traffic calming bump
outs along Perry Street between 9th street and 12th street. These bump
outs will allow for safter Pedestrian circulation between the center of
campus where the Palmer Forum will be located and the east end of
campus where the VanDuyne student housing and turf recreation field is
located.
m. Storm water management plan.
Currently there is very limited public storm sewer in any area of the
Palmer Campus. As part of the construction of the VanDuyne Student
housing building, a 15” diameter storm outlet was extended from the
intersection of Iowa Street and 10th Street to the intersection of 11th Street
and Perry. For the proposed projects on campus, Palmer will treat and
detain site stormwater in areas of improvement to meet the requirements
of the City of Davenport Stormwater Ordinance. After meeting the
requirements, the stormwater will be outlet to the previously installed 15”
diameter sewer which will then drain to the city system. The existing
extension of the storm sewer can be seen on sheet C-10 - Site Utilities -
North.
n. The location of all existing and proposed freestanding signs, including circulation
signs.
All existing and proposed signs on campus can be seen on sheets -4 -
Overall Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and C-6 - Land Use
Plan - South.
4.) Traffic Impact Study
Because of the nature of the Palmer Campus, with a large arterial roadway
bisecting the property, a traffic impact study has not been required for previously
submitted Campus plans. The understanding being that because there is already
such a high-volume roadway through the center of campus, the relatively minor
demand generated by the proposed changes to the Campus Master Plan will not
have a significant impact on the level of service of the existing roadways. There
are times where large events are hosted on campus where one lane of Brady
Street is blocked off to allow drop-off stacking to occur along the east side of the
street. At times when this is necessary, closure of the lane is coordinated with the
City and the DOT to ensure that all the proper permitting is completed prior to the
events. Because the changes to the campus master plan are intended to
enhance parking capacity and consolidate the space used for similar large
events, at this time no traffic impact study has been completed for the Palmer
College IC.
5.) A narrative of intent and compatibility with surrounding areas. A narrative must
be provided that describes the relationship between the institution and the
surrounding area. The narrative at a minimum must include the following:
a. Description of overall architectural and / or urban design theme.
Palmer College of Chiropractic has evolved to meet the needs of its
students and faculty as it has grown over the past 100 years; however,
the architectural theme has remained constant. Buildings and houses of
brick and stone dominate the campus, with more metal and glass
introduced into recent projects. All have an urban “academic” design
style with 2 to 4 floors of space. The campus plan and interaction with
the neighborhood has also evolved aligning the core of academic spaces
with Brady Street and residential buildings/parking at the perimeter. The
proposed Master Plan strengthens the campus edge through expanded
greenspace and landscaping at perimeter streets, buildings, and parking
lots, while enhancing the core academic spaces adjacent to Brady Street.
b. Total number of existing and proposed users and employees of the facility.
Palmer’s current enrollment on at their Davenport Campus is
approximately 1,000 students supported by 250 faculty and staff.
Approximately 270 students currently live on campus. The proposed 10-
year plan allows for an accommodation of up to 1,500 students with 400
living on campus.
c. Description of existing and proposed conditions of development along the outer
boundaries of the district and its relationship with the surrounding area.
Standards must be established to permit a compatible transition from the
institutional use to the surrounding area. Standards include, but are not limited to
building height and form, exterior lighting, landscaping, etc.
The Master Plan goals are to “create sensitive and mutually beneficial
transitions between campus and the adjacent properties.” The proposed
Campus Master Plan created by RDG Planning & Design is proposed to
create connection and comfort establishing a campus presence with the
surrounding area. New buildings are predominantly located in the center of
campus and adding enhanced lighting, fencing, and landscaping will boost
this design concept.
d. Description of existing and proposed methods of communication between the
institution and the community, including a method for resolution of community
concerns.
Palmer College has been actively involved with Hilltop Campus Village since
its inception, as well as in communication with Davenport Community
Schools and adjacent businesses regarding any campus activities and
improvements that impact the surrounding neighborhood. Although there are
no known active residential groups, Palmer proposes to open a line of
communication with the neighbors similar to their relationships with
surrounding businesses. Palmer will schedule annual meetings with the
neighborhood stakeholders and residents to present and discuss campus
planning and schedule, as well as neighbor concerns.
e. Description of any existing and proposed impacts of development and the
surrounding area and how these impacts should be mitigated. This description
shall include property outside the boundaries of the district and their interaction
with the surrounding area. Impacts include, but are not limited to lighting, noise,
parking, etc.
The developments proposed in Palmer’s Master Plan are primarily defining
and softening their campus edge through expanding green space and
landscaping. Proposed buildings will be designed to respect and
complement the existing architectural theme on campus.
f. Description of existing and proposed relationship of institutional transportation
system (auto, bus, bicycle, pedestrian) to the external street network. A
description of specific programs to reduce traffic impacts, and to encourage the
use of public transit, carpooling, bicycling, and walking.
The urban nature of this campus is reinforced by student living. 25% of
Palmer’s students live on campus and another 20% to 30% live in rented
neighborhood and downtown houses and apartments. With the addition of
the VanDuyne Student Housing Addition a large percent of the student
population walk to campus. Other students and faculty are encouraged to use
public transportation and/or car-pooling for other daily trips to campus. The
proximity of Brady Street provides more opportunity for bus access in relation
to campus buildings.
Addendum 4 - IC Boundary:
The Institutional Campus has the following legal description: Part of the Northwest Quarter of Section
25, Township 78 North, Range 3 East and the Northeast and Southeast Quarter Section 26, Township 28
North, Range 3 East of the 5th Principal Meridian, Scott County, Iowa, more particularly described as
follows:
Beginning at the intersection of the centerlines of Main Street and Palmer Drive; thence east along said
centerline of Palmer Drive to the centerline of Brady Street; thence North along said centerline of Brady
Street to the north property line of 1129 Brady Street extended westerly to the centerline of Brady
Street; thence East along said north property line and its extensions westerly and easterly to the
centerline of a public alley; thence North along said centerline of said public alley to the centerline of
East 12th Street; thence East along said centerline of East 12 Street to the centerline of Pershing
Avenue; thence South along said centerline of Pershing Avenue to the south property line of 822
Pershing Avenue extended easterly to the centerline of Pershing Avenue; thence West along said south
property line and its extensions easterly and westerly to the centerline of a public alley; thence South
along said centerline of a public alley to the south property line of 725 Perry Street extended easterly;
thence west along the south line of 725 Perry Street and its extension westerly to the centerline of Perry
Street; thence South along said centerline of Perry Street to the south property line of 711 Brady Street
extended easterly to the centerline of Perry Street; thence west along said south property line and its
easterly extension to the east property line of 707 Brady Street; thence south along said east property
line and its northernly extension to the north property line of 705 Brady Street; thence south along said
east property line of 705 Brady Street and its northernly extension to the north property line of 701
Brady Street; thence south along said east property line and its northernly extension to the centerline of
East 7th Street; thence West along said centerline of East 7th Street to the centerline of Brady Street;
thence South along said centerline of Brady Street to the centerline of a public alley extended easterly
to centerline of Brady Street; thence West along said centerline of a public alley and its westerly
extension to the centerline of Main Street; thence North along said centerline of Main Street to the
south property line of 704 Main Street extended easterly to the centerline of Main Street; thence west
along said south property line and its extensions easterly and westerly to the centerline of a public alley;
thence North along said centerline of a public alley to the south property line of 705 Harrison Street
extended easterly to the centerline of a public alley; thence West along said south property line and its
extensions easterly and westerly to the centerline of Harrison Street; thence North along said centerline
of Harrison Street to the centerline of West 8th Street extended westerly to centerline of Harrison
Street; thence East along said centerline of West 8th Street to the centerline of Main Street; thence
North along said centerline of Main Street to the Point of Beginning at the intersection of the centerlines
of Main Street and Palmer Drive.
Properties excluded from the above-described IC boundary are as follows: 805 Brady Street.
Addendum 5 - Existing and Proposed Building Data Summary:
A map showing the location of the existing and proposed buildings within the campus boundary can be
seen on sheets C-1 through C-6. The summary of building areas, number of stories, and gross floor
areas can be seen below:
Footprint Student Housing
Name (sf) Stories Gross Area (sf) Height (ft) (units)
Existing: Existing Proposed
Academic Health Center 19,847 3 59,541 48 0 0
Administration Building 8,502 4 36,987 65 0 0
Argyle Apartments 5,996 4 23,984 48 31 31
Brady Manor 2,652 3 8,329 36 3 3
Campus Center 15,770 5 58,136 65 0 0
Chemistry Building 11,540 2 19,035 34 0 0
Classroom Building 23,608 2 55,114 38 0 0
Fitness Center 28,375 2 43,758 40 0 0
Library 16,620 3 51,343 40 0 0
Memorial Building 6,416 3 20,918 38 0 0
North Hall 4,800 2 6,600 26 0 0
Palmer Alumni Office 5,830 1 5,830 15 0 0
Palmer Mansion 6,130 3 12,718 48 0 0
Perry Hill Residences (520 Perry St) 11,322 3 27,736 44 35 35
Perry Hill Residences (521 Perry St) 11,536 3 28,310 40 35 35
The Roslyn (739 Perry St) 3,228 3 9,696 38 13 13
Research Center 6,043 4 26,910 40 0 0
Paul & Donna VanDuyne Hall 25,003 4 96,529 40 119 119
Vickie Anne Palmer Hall 22,132 4 123,046 86 0 0
Villas at Palmer 12,419 3 27,736 44 63 63
West Hall 22,560 3 81,240 40 0 0
8 Gables Student Housing 3,986 2 7,972 26 9 9
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208 E 11 Street 2,589 2 7,972 26
711 Brady Street 4,608 2 6,912 30 12 12
723 Brady Street 3,108 3 9,324 48 10 10
725 Perry Street 1,734 2 2,620 24 1 1
727 Perry Street 1,864 2 2,796 24 4 4
728 Perry Street 1,098 1 1,098 16 2 2
1019 Perry Street 3,760 2 4,874 30 8 8
1111 Perry Street 2,840 2 5,608 26 11 11
Proposed:
New Student Housing 10,725 4 41,500 46 0 40
New Student Housing 10,725 4 41,500 46 0 40
Palmer Forum 29,050 3 36,500 48 0 0
Addendum 6 - Parking Summary:
Existing Parking Conditions:
The existing number of parking spaces on Campus was determined using a combination of site visits and
reviewing aerial photos of the areas in the campus boundary. Per the City of Davenport Zoning Ordinance
17.10.050(B) – 3 – b, the on-street parking capacity was calculated using measurements of aerial photos
and dividing the available curb space by 22 feet per stall. Areas that had posted “no parking” signs were
excluded from this calculation to ensure that the existing parking stall count was as accurate as possible.
In addition to the calculated number of stalls, Palmer Security Staff completed a survey of the campus
parking areas on September 8th, 2025, to collect information about the use demand at the parking areas.
These surveys were completed roughly around 10 am and 2 pm to try to capture the peak demand at the
parking lots. The tables on the right side of sheet C-7 Existing Campus Parking Data show the total
number of stalls in each lot, the number of stalls being utilized during the AM count, and the number of
stalls utilized during the PM count. Because Palmer has year-round classes, and students are on campus
consistently, these counts can be considered representative of the regular demand in these lots.
In total, it was calculated that between the on-street and off- street parking there are 1,436 stalls
available for use within the Palmer Campus Boundary. During the AM counts, Palmer security observed
591 stalls being utilized in the off-street parking areas, and 241 on-street parking stalls in use. This
combined to a total demand of 832 parking stalls. During the PM rounds, Palmer security counted 578
off-street parking stalls in use, and 232 on-street parking stalls being used. Combining these counts,
total demand in the afternoon was 810 stalls. Utilizing the total demand for the AM & PM parking
observations, on average there are approximately 615 extra parking spaces available within the campus
footprint during peak demand hours. Consistent with observed use from previous IC parking studies, the
area of greatest demand on campus is in the north-east quadrant.
Proposed Parking Conditions:
Based on the observed demand from the campus parking counts, the future parking lots included in the
IC are strategically located in the north-east quadrant of campus. Overall, the updated campus plan
removes parking lots A and B for the proposed event center, reconstructs parking lots C, H, and F to
increase capacity, and combines parking lots G, K, and R into one large parking area. A summary of the
overall change of the parking count in the north-east quadrant of the campus can be seen in the following
table:
Removed Parking Areas
Lot Stalls
A 36
B 87
C 43
E 8
F 60 Added Parking Areas
G 78 Lot Stalls
H 25 C 70
K 61 F 155
R 64 H 42
P36 9 R 346
Total Removed = 471 Total Added = 613
The proposed campus plan adds 142 stalls in the north-east area of campus. These parking lots will
predominately serve the areas that are currently being served by the removed parking lots. Besides the
new lots in the north-east, an additional 70 stalls are proposed in the new parking lot E for the future
student housing buildings. In total, all the projects included in the latest IC will bring the total available
parking on campus to 1,630 stalls. As with the previous IC, Palmer proposes to continue to monitor
changes in demand after the completion of the additional parking lot constriction. If needed, Palmer can
implement a demand management plan to reallocate commuter traffic to underutilized lots on campus.
City Parking Requirements:
To determine how many parking stalls are required per section 17.10.040 of the city zoning ordinance,
areas of the buildings on campus were broken out based on uses defined in table 17.10-2: Off-Street
Vehicle Parking Requirements. A summary of the areas is shown in the following table.
Use Square Footage Parking Requirement Required Spaces
Dwelling - Multi-Family: Units - 204 1.5 per dwelling unit 306
Education Facility – University: 2 per classroom + 2 per office
Classrooms – 60 / Offices – 209 + 1 per 4 students of maximum 788
Maximum Enrollment – 1000 Students enrollment
Reception: 43,230 square feet GFA 1 per 300 square feet GFA 114
Indoor Recreation: 43,760 square feet GFA 1 per 500 square feet GFA 88
Outdoor Recreation: 64,000 square feet GFA 1 per 1000 square feet GFA 64
Office: 43,230 square feet GFA 1 per 500 square feet GFA 86
Total Parking Required 1,446
The buildings included in this summary are mainly focused on those that use the parking spots available
in the north-east area of campus, and not all the buildings within the campus footprint were considered.
With the addition of the proposed event center, required parking counts for the considered area will
increase by the amounts shown in the following table.
Use Square Footage Parking Requirement Required Spaces
Auditorium: Capacity - 1300 1 per 5 persons 260
Gathering / Event Space: 18,460 square feet GFA 1 per 300 square feet GFA 62
Offices: 1,320 square feet GFA 1 per 500 square feet GFA 3
Total Parking Required 325
The construction of the event center includes the removal of the existing North Hall, which leads to a
total required parking count of 1,763 stalls.
Under section 17.10.050(D) of the city zoning ordinance, required parking counts can be reduced on sites
using the shared parking calculations in table 17.10-3. The calculated shared parking requirement for the
noted campus areas can be seen in the following table.
Weekday Weekend
Land Use Category Mid. – 7:00 am – 6:00 pm – Mid. – 7:00 am – 6:00 pm –
7:00am 6:00 pm Mid. 7:00 am 6:00 pm Mid.
Residential 306 306 306 306 306 230
Restaurant - - - - - -
Hotel / Motel - - - - - -
Indoor / Outdoor Recreation 0 93 132 7 93 132
Office / Industrial 5 86 5 0 35 9
Institutional – Education Facility 0 788 394 0 0 0
Institutional – Place of Worship - - - - - -
Totals 311 1,273 837 313 434 371
Based on this calculation, the total required count for the buildings in the area under consideration is
reduced from 1,446 stalls to 1,273 stalls. Though this number is closer to the apparent observed
demand, it is still higher than what we believe will be necessary to service the campus. This is mainly
due to the fact that the event center’s highest demand for parking will occur during large events on
campus such as graduation ceremonies. When these events are being held, other activities on campus
that drive demand, such as classes and clinics, will not be happening. Removing the required stall
counts for the offices and educational facilities that will not be in use during large events further reduces
the total count by 531 stalls. In conjunction with the total number from the shared parking calculation, the
reduced required parking amount to service the buildings in the north-east area of campus is 742 stalls.
This number is much closer to what we believe is the actual demand for the proposed campus facilities
and is able to be serviced between the existing and proposed projects.
Parking Ratios:
The parking ratios were calculated by dividing the total number of parking spaces on campus by the total
square footage of the buildings and structures on campus and multiplying the result by 1000. This final
calculated number gives an indication of how many parking stalls are available per 1000 square feet of
building within the campus footprint.
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Existing Parking Ratio - 𝑃𝑅𝐸 = × 1000 = 4.50 stalls/1000 ft2
319,295 𝑓𝑡 2
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359,370 𝑓𝑡 2
As these numbers show, when comparing existing campus conditions to proposed campus conditions,
there is essentially no change in the overall number of stalls available per 1000 square feet of building
space. This consistent parking ratio aligns with the design team’s expectation that the proposed
improvements will not reduce the overall parking conditions on Campus.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE | COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
To: All property owners within 500 feet of the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus
100 BLACK MEN
PO BOX 1585
DAVENPORT IA 52809 -1585
Plan & Zoning Commission Public Hearing Meeting
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Date: 3/4 /202 6 Time: 5: 30 PM Location: Council Chambers | City Hall | 226 W 4 St .
What is this About?
This notice is to inform you of an upcoming public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to
the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus Master Plan. The amendment would update the
Institutional Campus District to reflect recent property acquisitions and pro posed campus
improvements, including a new main entrance from Brady Street, construction of an academic
building, expanded parking, enhanced greenspace, traffic safety improvements on Perry Street,
and identification of future student housing sites along M ain Street. These changes are intended
to improve campus access, safety, and overall functionality while supporting long -term
institutional growth. See the attached Campus Master Plan for more information.
Request s /Case Description s:
1. Case ORD26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land
Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing
Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Case REZ26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street,
1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing
Avenue from R -MF Multi -Family Residential District and R -4C Single -Family and Two -
Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Case ROW26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive,
between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20 -foot -wide alley
right -of -way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Case ROW26 -02 : Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street,
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights -of -way
located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
Plan and Zoning Commission Recommendation:
At its February 17, 202 6 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ORD26 -01 be
forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings :
1. The land use plan is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Future Land Use Plan.
2. The land use plan amendment is appropriate for an 'Educational Facility -University or College'.
3. The proposed land use plan is generally consistent with the established institutional and
residential character of the area.
4. The land use plan is consistent with the principal uses permitted within the IC Institutional
Campus District.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment promotes the public health, safety, and welfare of the
City.
6. The proposed Campus Land Use Plan does not create any nonconformities.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case REZ 26 -01
be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings:
1. The zoning map amendment is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Land Use Plan,
which identifies the properties as 'Residential General'.
2. The proposed zoning map amendment to IC Institutional Campus District is appropriate
for an ancillary use of an 'Educational Facility -University or College'.
3. The zoning map amendment and submitted land use plan are compatible with the
established institutional and residential character of the area.
4. The proposed IC Institutional Campus District appropriately reflects the properties’ land
use context and functional relationship to the adjacent campus.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment will not impact the public health, safety, and
welfare of the City.
6. The proposed zoning map amendment does not create any nonconformities.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ROW26 -
01 be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. Palmer Drive does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and does
not meet the required cross -sectional and construction specifications.
2. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular circulation
from Brady Street to the alley from Palmer Drive, thereby maintaining site connectivity
despite the reduction in public right -of -way.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve emergency vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street.
Conditions:
1. Upon vacation of the subject right -of -way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and the north -south alley. The easements shall provide
adequate width and maintain unobstructed access to serve the properties located alon g
Brady Street.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street. The easements shall be of sufficient
width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating emergency
response vehicles.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ROW26 -
02 be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. East 10th Street does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and
does not meet the required cross -sectional and construction specifications.
2. The existing alley rights -of -way, south of 10th Street, are remnants of a prior residential
subdivision and no longer serve their original functional purpose.
3. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve vehicular connectivity
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue.
5. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular access to 1019
Perry Street, thereby maintaining site connectivity despite the reduction in public right -of -
way.
Conditions:
1. Upon vacation of the subject right -of -way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue. The easements shall be of
sufficient width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating
emergency response vehicles.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity to 1019 Perry Street. The easements shall provide adequate width and
maintain unobstructed access.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
What are the Next Steps after the Public Hearing?
The public hearing on the above matter is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on March 4 , 202 6 in the Council
Chambers of the Davenport City Hall, 226 West 4th Street, Davenport, Iowa.
Would You Like to Submit an Official Comment?
You may submit written comments on the above item or attend the public hearing to express
your views, or both. Written comments may be sent via email to mayor.info@davenportiowa.com
or mailed to the Development and Neighborhood Services Department, at the below address, no
later than 12:00 noon on the day of the public hearing.
All written comments and protests already received will be forwarded to the Committee of the
Whole. The Committee of the Whole meeting can be viewed live at
www.davenportiowa.com/watchlive .
All documents related to the meeting (agenda included) are at “Meeting Minutes & Agendas”:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/meeting_minutes_agendas
Interpretive services are available at no charge. Servicios interpretativos libres estan disponibles.
TTY: (563) 326 -6145
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE | PLAN AND ZONING COMMISSION
To: All property owners within 5 00 feet of the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus
100 BLACK MEN
PO BOX 1585
DAVENPORT IA 52809 -1585
Neighborhood Meeting
Date: 1/27 /202 6
Time: 6 :0 0 PM
Location: Palmer Welcome Center Conference Room | 1005 N Brady Street
Plan & Zoning Commission Public Hearing Meeting
Date: 2/3/202 6
Time: 5:00 PM
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Location: Council Chambers | City Hall | 226 West 4 Street
What is this About?
This notice is being sent to inform you that a neighborhood meeting and a public hearing will be
held for a request to amend the Campus Land Use Plan for Palmer College of Chiropractic . The
proposed amendment to the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus Master Plan updates the
Institutional Campus District to reflect recent property acquisitions, revised circulation and right -
of-way plans, and the addition of a new academic and gathering facility. The amendment
removes previously approved street closures a nd a mixed -use development, enhances pedestrian
safety and traffic flow —particularly along Perry Street —and identifies expanded green space and
potential sites for future student housing. Overall, the changes are intended to improve campus
access, safety, and functionality while supporting long -term institutional growth. See the attached
Campus Master Plan for more information.
Request s /Case Description s:
1. Case ORD26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land
Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing
Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Case REZ26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street,
1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing
Avenue from R -MF Multi -Family Residential District and R -4C Single -Family and Two -
Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Case ROW26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive,
between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20 -foot -wide alley
right -of-way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Case ROW26 -02 : Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street,
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights -of-way
located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
What are the Next Steps after the Neighborhood Meeting and Public Hearing?
The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a formal public hearing at their meeting on February 3,
202 6 . The Plan and Zoning Commission will vote (provide a recommendation) to the City Counc il
at their meeting on February 17, 202 6 . The Commission’s recommendation will be forwarded to
the City Council, which will then hold its own public hearing. You will receive a notice of the City
Council’s public hearing. For the specific dates and times of subsequent meetings, please contact
th e Development & Neighborhood Services Department.
Would You Like to Submit an Official Comment?
As a neighboring property owner, you may have an interest in commenting on the proposed
request via email or in person at the public hearing. Send written comments to
planning@davenportiowa.com (no later than 12:00 PM one day before the public hearing) or to:
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Planning, 1200 E 46 St, Davenport IA 52807.
All documents related to the meeting (agenda included) are at “ Meeting Minutes & Agenda s”:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/meeting_minutes_agendas
Do You Have Any Questions?
If you have any questions or if accommodations are needed for any reason, please contact the
Development & Neighborhood Services Department at planning @davenportiowa.com or 563 -326 -
6198 . Interpretive services are available at no charge. Servicios interpretativos libres estan
disponibles. TTY: (563) 326 -6145
Please note items may be removed or tabled to a future hearing date at the request of the Applicant
or Commission/Board. Those interested in verifying case actions and/or tablings, please contact
Planning at 563 -326 -6198 or planning@davenportiowa.com for updates.
Welcome Neighborhood Partners
Neighborhood Information Meeting on
Palmer’s Campus Master Plan and
Institutional Campus (IC) Amendment
January 27, 2026
Members of the Planning Team
• Palmer College
Dennis Marchiori, Chancellor and CEO
Jennifer Randazzo, Vice Chancellor for Finance
Jillian McCleary, Sen. Dir. Marketing and Communications
• IMEG
Alex Krist, Civil Project Engineer
• Studio 483
Greg Gowey, President
• RDG
Jonathan Martin, Senior Partner
About Palmer College
• Chartered in 1897
• Non-profit organization
• Iowa and Florida Campuses
• 2,100 students, 350 employees, and 28,000 active alums
• Students represent most states, about 10% international
• Nearly 70,000 annual patient visits seen in outpatient clinic
• Continuous NIH research funding since 1997
• Over $200M estimated economic impact to QCA
• Extensive remodeling of campuses over the past 10 years
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HOUSING HOUSING
WEST HALL
VICKIE ANNE BITNER
CLINIC BUILDING
PALMER HALL CENTER
CHEM
BUILDING
PALMER
HOUSE
N BRADY ST
CAMPUS
CENTER ACADEMIC
HEALTH
NEW
CENTER
ACADEMIC
BUILDING
N PERRY ST
VANDUYNE HALL
PERSHING AVE
9TH ST 10TH ST 11TH ST 12TH ST
Importance of Campus Master Planning
• Attracting and retaining top
students increasingly
depends on high-quality
campus facilities
• Student learning and well-
being is shaped by place
• Long-term planning
coordinates improvements
for all stakeholders
Importance of Campus Master Planning
• Improved parking and
navigation enhance
student experience and
neighborhood
environment
• Palmer’s continued
investment strengthens
the QCA economy and
neighborhood stability
PALMER COLLEGE CAMPUS MASTER PLAN
N MAIN ST
FUTURE FUTURE
HOUSING HOUSING
WEST HALL
VICKIE ANNE BITNER
CLINIC BUILDING
PALMER HALL CENTER
CHEM
BUILDING
PALMER
HOUSE
N BRADY ST
CAMPUS
CENTER ACADEMIC
HEALTH
NEW
CENTER
ACADEMIC
BUILDING
N PERRY ST
VANDUYNE HALL
PERSHING AVE
9TH ST 10TH ST 11TH ST 12TH ST
Institutional Campus (IC) Amendment
• The Institutional Campus (IC) district is a zoning
classification in Davenport zoning ordinance (Chapter 17.03)
• The amendment process requires Palmer to submit a
10-year campus master plan, including:
Host a community meeting
Planning & Zoning Commission review
City Council review and discuss across three cycles
• Once approved, City Staff provide on-going review of
construction activity.
• Matt Werderitch, Development and Neighborhood
Services, joins us to answer any questions
Currently Approved Campus IC
• Current Campus Master Plan was
approved in 2021
• The 2021 Plan was focused on
improvements to the NE corner of
campus
VanDuyne Hall student housing.
Outdoor turf recreational field
Conversion of 11th street to a pedestrian
corridor
Priorities for Campus Master Planning
1. Main campus entrance off Brady Street
2. New academic building (Palmer Forum)
3. Parking, traffic flow, and wayfinding
4. Green space and outdoor study areas
5. Improved traffic safety along Perry Street
6. Sites for future student housing
PALMER COLLEGE CAMPUS MASTER PLAN
Main campus
entrance
Academic
building Greenspace Parking/
and outdoor Future housing
study
Improved traffic safety along Perry Street
Parking/
Future housing
NEW MAIN CAMPUS ENTRY AT BRADY & PALMER DR
NEW MAIN CAMPUS ENTRY AT BRADY & PALMER DR
Brady Street
PALMER COLLEGE CAMPUS MASTER PLAN
Main campus
entrance
Academic
building Greenspace Parking/
and outdoor Future housing
study
Improved traffic safety along Perry Street
Parking/
Future housing
Proposed Amendments to Campus IC
1. Incorporate adjacent properties that Palmer has acquired since
the last IC amendment
2. Remove the Mixed-Use Development Along Brady Street
3. Vacate Palmer Drive and revise the proposed circulation layout
4. Add Palmer Forum and associated greenspace
5. Remove partial closure of 9th Street between Perry and
Pershing
6. Improved traffic safety along Perry Street
7. Add sites for future student housing
8. Remove partial closure of 7th Street between Main & Brady
1. Incorporate adjacent properties that Palmer has
PALMER COLLEGE CAMPUS MASTER PLAN acquired since the last IC amendment
2. Remove the Mixed-Use Development Along
Brady Street
3. Vacate Palmer Drive and revise the proposed
circulation layout
4. Add Palmer Forum and associated greenspace
5. Remove partial closure of 9th Street between
Perry and Pershing
N MAIN ST 6. Improved traffic safety along Perry Street
FUTURE FUTURE
7. Add sites for future student housing
HOUSING HOUSING
8. Remove partial closure of 7th Street between
WEST HALL
Main & Brady
VICKIE ANNE BITNER
CLINIC BUILDING
PALMER HALL CENTER
CHEM
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PALMER
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N BRADY ST
CAMPUS
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HEALTH
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Any Questions?
Palmer Community Organization Communication Timeline
In alignment with the Institutional Campus – Major Amendment Requirements laid
out in the City of Davenport zoning ordinance, Palmer College sent a letter to the identified
community organizations near their campus 60 days prior to their intent to submit the
Formal IC amendment application. The community organizations that were contacted,
and the contacts that were used include:
Vera French -
Tapestry Farms -
TMBC at the Lincoln Center -
7th Judicial District -
Halligan Coffee Lofts -
Livery Lots & Hibernian Hall -
St. Anthony Catholic Church -
Hilltop Campus Village -
The first letter to community organizations was sent on August 22nd, 2025 by email.
As the campus design was further developed, it was determined that additional time was
needed to analyze options for the campus, so an additional letter was sent to the
community organizations on October 22nd, 2025. This letter outlined that the IC
amendment would be submitted to the city of Davenport on December 11th, 2025, which is
when the documents were sent to city staff.
Prior to the submittal of the IC documents, Palmer hosted an open house for the
community organizations on campus on December 9th, 2025 to present the updated
campus plan and field any questions. Of the invited organizations, Biran Kramer with the
Hilltop Campus Village and City of Davenport staff were the only attendees. At that time,
support of the plan was indicated, but no questions were posed of the college.
All letters that were sent to community organizations are attached to this outline. The
same presentation that was given at the initial open house will be used at the community
meeting being hosted on Campus.
August 22, 2025
To Our Neighbors,
We hope this letter finds you well. We are writing to inform you that Palmer College of Chiropractic will be
participating in the city of Davenport’s Institutional Campus (IC) amendment process. This process is part
of the city’s planning and zoning procedures for institutions operating in campus-style settings, such as
schools, religious institutions or community-service organizations.
Our participation in this process reflects our commitment to responsible planning and long-term service to
our students and the Davenport community. As part of this effort, we will propose updates and
improvements to our campus that align with our mission and the City's goals for institutional development.
A draft of the updated campus plan can be seen below. These changes are only initial and may be modified
before the amendment is submitted to the city. This letter is an early step in the larger IC-amendment
process, and no immediate changes are being implemented at this time. The College plans to submit its
formal application to the City on Oct. 23, 2025.
The city’s review process includes multiple opportunities for public input, and we welcome your thoughts or
questions should you wish to be involved. Prior to the Oct. 23 submittal date, Palmer will host an open
house on campus to review the changes to the campus plan and address any initial questions. We will
send another letter specifying the date of the open house once space on the campus has been reserved for
the event. If you would like additional information or have questions about our plans before the open house,
please feel free to contact us at 563-884-5294 or james.oconnor@palmer.edu. All communication will be
recorded and relayed to the city as part of the IC process.
Thank you for your attention and for being part of our neighborhood. We value your support and look
forward to continuing to serve the community together.
Warm regards,
James O’Connor
Vice Chancellor for Marketing
& Communication
Palmer College of Chiropractic
October 22, 2025
To Our Neighbors,
We hope this message finds you well.
We’re writing to provide an update regarding Palmer College of Chiropractic’s participation in the City of
Davenport’s Institutional Campus (IC) amendment process. As noted in our Aug. 22 letter, this process is
part of the City’s planning and zoning review for institutions such as schools, religious organizations, and
community service entities that operate within a campus setting.
Since our initial communication, the College has continued refining its proposed updates to the campus
plan to ensure alignment with both our long-term goals and the City’s planning objectives. As we
progressed through these updates, it was determined that additional time was needed to ensure that the
submitted plan delivered the best campus layout to all interested parties. To allow additional time for this
review and coordination, the College will be delaying the submittal of its IC amendment application to
the City of Davenport until Dec. 11, 2025.
We appreciate your understanding and continued interest in this process. The College remains committed
to transparency and community engagement as we move forward. An open house will still be held on
campus prior to the new submittal date, providing an opportunity for our neighbors to review the proposed
plan and share feedback. We will send a follow-up notice once the date and location for that open house
have been confirmed.
If you have any questions or would like additional information in the meantime, please contact us at 563-
884-5294 or james.oconnor@palmer.edu. As before, all communications will be recorded and shared with
the City as part of the IC amendment process.
Thank you again for your ongoing partnership and support as we continue to plan responsibly for the future
of our campus and community.
Sincerely,
James O’Connor
Vice Chancellor for Marketing & Communication
Palmer College of Chiropractic
December 3, 2025
To Our Neighborhood Partners,
I’m writing to follow up on our previous message of October 22, 2025, about Palmer College’s
involvement in Davenport’s Institutional Campus (IC) amendment process. We are reaching out
to provide an update and invite you to continue our dialogue. The College has been carefully
refining proposed changes to our campus plan to ensure they support both our long-term vision
and the City’s goals. As mentioned earlier, our IC amendment application is scheduled to be
submitted to the city on December 11, 2025.
In keeping with our commitment to transparency and collaboration, we would like to invite
representatives from neighborhood organizations to an on-campus meeting to review the
revised plan, ask questions, and share feedback. This meeting will serve as the open house
referenced in our earlier letter.
Neighborhood Meeting
Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Palmer College of Chiropractic, 1000 Brady Street, Davenport, Iowa 52803. The
meeting will be held in the Welcome Center Conference Room of the Bechtel Center
immediately south of the Visitor’s Parking Lot.
Palmer leadership and project consultants will present the changes and answer any questions.
All communication will be documented and shared with the city as required.
Your input helps us create a campus plan that benefits both Palmer College and the community.
For questions or further details, contact us at 563-884-5726 or jillian.mccleary@palmer.edu.
Thank you for your ongoing support.
Sincerely,
Jillian McCleary
Senior Director of Marketing and Communication
Palmer College of Chiropractic
Bernard J. Hofmann
Milissa K. Hofmann BROOKS LAW FIRM
Brian T. Fairfield a Professional Corporation
Allison E. Walsh Davenport Office
Tricia S. Fairfield 3725 Blackhawk Road, Suite 200 3425 E. Locust Street
Elliott R. McDonald III Rock Island, IL 61201 Davenport, IA 52803
Michael C. Walker
Patrick L. Woodward
Tel (309) 786-4900 Eldridge Office
Kelli M. Golinghorst Fax (309) 786-4940 202 N. 2nd Street, Suite A
Nicholas J. Huffmon Eldridge, IA 52748
Samuel M. Hawley
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Attorneys Admitted in Illinois and Iowa
Thomas A. Skorepa, P.C.
Of Counsel
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Thomas R. Schirman, Jr.
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Davenport Planning & Zoning Commission
226 West 4th Street
Davenport, Iowa 52801
Dear Sir or Madam:
I represent Jana Saad Investments LLC, which owns the property at 1129 Brady St, Davenport,
Iowa. The premises is operated as a furniture store, which does business as Brady Furniture. As a
neighboring property owner, my client has an interest in the applications filed by Palmer College
of Chiropractic (“Palmer”) as Case Nos. ORD26-01, REZ26-01, ROW26-01, and ROW26-02,
which are scheduled to be considered by this Commission at its meeting on February 3, 2026.
My client objects to Palmer’s application to vacate Palmer Drive and a portion of the adjoining
alleyway. This specifically pertains to Case Nos. ORD26-01 and ROW26-01.
My client currently has one to two furniture deliveries per week to its furniture store. These
deliveries are either made in 26-foot delivery trucks or in 53-foot semi-trailers. When the deliveries
are made in 26-foot delivery trucks, the trucks routinely drive onto Palmer Drive, then drive north
onto the alley behind my client’s store in order to make their deliveries. When the delivery is
completed, the trucks proceed north onto E. 12th St.
Palmer’s application to vacate Palmer Drive and a portion of the adjoining alleyway significantly
frustrates my client’s business. It is quite clear that the vacation of Palmer Drive and proposed
roundabout would prevent delivery trucks from using the alleyway in the same manner that they
do now. If these changes are made, my client will have to require the delivery trucks to back up
on Brady Street in order to park next to Brady Furniture’s building. This is what the 53-foot semi-
trailers currently do because they are too large for the alleyway.
An increase in the number of trucks backing up on Brady Street is not in the public interest. The
semi-trailers that currently have to back up on Brady Street already block multiple lanes of Brady
Street. In doing so, they encounter annoyed drivers, and there have been incidents of drivers
attempting to go around the trucks in a dangerous manner. Also, backing a truck up on the street
is less safe for pedestrians, including Brady Furniture’s customers, compared to driving a truck
straight through the alley. If the 26-foot delivery trucks are required to back up on Brady Street
similar to the 53-foot semi-trailers, these problems will increase.
The only parking for Brady Furniture’s customers is next to the store, and these customers often
use the alleyway behind the store to come and go. Additionally, Gio’s Barber Shop, which is
located next to Brady Furntire, has its customers park in the back of its shop, off the alleyway. The
loss of Palmer Drive and part of the alleyway to access these businesses will frustrate these
customers and harm the businesses.
For these reasons, Palmer Drive and the adjoining alleyway are still being used by the public and
should not be vacated. Palmer’s application to vacate these rights-of-way fails to “minimize[e] the
adverse impacts associated with development and geographic expansion,” and it further fails to
“protect[] the livability and vitality of adjacent areas.” See Davenport Municipal Code § 17.07.030.
Lastly, the increase in trucks backing up on Brady Street would increase danger for pedestrians
and drivers.
My client respectfully requests that this Commission deny Palmer’s application to vacate these
rights-of-way.
Very truly yours,
BROOKS LAW FIRM, P.C.
/s/ Nicholas J. Huffmon
Nicholas J. Huffmon
Sender’s email: njh@brookslawfirmpc.com
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Department: Development & Neighborhood Services Action / Date
Contact Info: Laura Berkley | 563-888-3553 3/4/2026
Subject:
Public Hearing for Case REZ26-01 being the request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone
208 East 11th Street, 1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street,
and 822 Pershing Avenue from R-MF Multi-Family Residential District and R-4C Single-Family
and Two-Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Hold the Hearing.
Background:
This request proposes rezoning the properties at 208 East 11th Street, 1111 Perry Street, 725
Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing Avenue from R-MF Multi-
Family Residential District and R-4C Single-Family and Two-Family Central Residential District to
IC Institutional Campus District. As shown in the Campus Master Plan, these parcels function as
part of the institutional campus and serve as student housing. The rezoning aligns zoning
regulations with the amended Campus Land Use Plan boundary and supports coordinated
campus development.
Why is a Zoning Map Amendment Required?
A Zoning Map Amendment is necessary to ensure consistency between the City’s zoning
regulations, the adopted Campus Master Plan, and the long-term institutional use of the subject
properties. Since approval of the Campus Master Plan in 2021, Palmer College has acquired six
properties directly adjacent to the existing campus that remain zoned under designations
intended for non-institutional uses.
Rezoning these parcels to the IC Institutional Campus District will formally incorporate them
into the Campus Land Use Plan boundary and apply zoning standards specifically tailored to
coordinated campus development. This action supports implementation of the adopted Master
Plan, promotes unified site planning and circulation, and ensures future development is
regulated under a district that reflects the properties’ functional relationship to the campus. The
amendment also advances Comprehensive Plan goals related to institutional stability,
reinvestment, and orderly land use transitions by aligning zoning with the established and
planned use of the area.
Plan & Zoning Commission Recommendation
At its February 17, 2026, meeting, the City Plan and Zoning Commission voted to forward Case
REZ26-01 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings.
Findings
1. The zoning map amendment is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Land Use Plan,
which identifies the properties as 'Residential General'.
2. The proposed zoning map amendment to IC Institutional Campus District is appropriate
for an ancillary use of an 'Educational Facility-University or College'.
3. The zoning map amendment and submitted land use plan are compatible with the
established institutional and residential character of the area.
4. The proposed IC Institutional Campus District appropriately reflects the properties’ land
use context and functional relationship to the adjacent campus.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment will not impact the public health, safety, and
welfare of the City.
6. The proposed zoning map amendment does not create any nonconformities.
The staff report from the February 17, 2026, Plan and Zoning Commission meeting is attached.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Plan & Zoning Commission Staff Report
3. Application
4. Maps
5. Public Notice-Committee of the Whole
6. Public Notice-Plan & Zoning Commission
ORDINANCE NO. _________________
AN ORDINANCE FOR CASE REZ26-01 BEING THE REQUEST OF PALMER COLLEGE OF
CHIROPRACTIC TO REZONE 208 EAST 11TH STREET, 1111 PERRY STREET, 725 PERRY STREET,
727 PERRY STREET, 739 PERRY STREET, AND 822 PERSHING AVENUE FROM R-MF MULTI-
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT AND R-4C SINGLEFAMILY AND TWO-FAMILY CENTRAL
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO IC INSTITUTIONAL CAMPUS DISTRICT.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA:
Section 1. The following described units of Scott County, Iowa real estate are hereby rezoned to
“IC Institutional Campus District.”
Property at 208 East 11th Street: The South 102 feet of Lot 1 and the South 102 feet of
the West 20 feet of Lot 2 and the East 10 feet of the West 20 feet of the North 48 feet of
Lot 2, all in Block 96 in LeClaire’s 8th Addition to the City of Davenport, Scott County,
Iowa.
Property at 1111 Perry Street: The North 48 feet of Lot 1 and the North 48 feet of the
West 10 feet of Lot 2 in Block 96 in LeClaire’s 8th Addition to the City of Davenport, Scott
County, Iowa.
Properties at 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, and 739 Perry Street: That part of Outlot
31 and Outlot 32 in LeClaire’s 2nd Addition in the City of Davenport, County of Scott, State
of Iowa, more particularly described as follows:
Commencing at the intersection of the east right of way line of Perry Street and the south
right of way line of East 9th Street, as said streets are now established; Thence South
01°59'17" East along the east right of way line of said Perry Street, a distance of 189.25
feet to the northwest corner of Parcel G0041- 10 according to plat of survey, Document
#1999-028808, filed at the Office of the Scott County Recorder on August 12, 1999, being
the Point of Beginning for the following described tract; Thence North 87°52'26" East
along the north line of said Parcel G0041-10, a distance of 100.15 feet to the east line of
said parcel; Thence South 01°59'17" East along said east line, a distance of 14.14 feet to
the north line of said parcel; Thence North 87°52'26" East along said north line, a distance
of 60.29 feet to the west right of way line of a public alley; Thence South 01°59'17" East
along said west alley right of way line, a distance of 174.82 feet to the southeast corner
of Parcel G0041-12 as described in Deed #2022-018689, filed at the Office of the Scott
County Recorder on July 5, 2022; Thence South 87°52'26" West along the south line of
said parcel Parcel G0041-12, a distance of 41.39 feet to the east line of said parcel; Thence
South 02°21'47" East along said east line, a distance of 22.24 feet to the south line of
said parcel; Thence South 87°52'26" West along said south line, a distance of 119.19 feet
to the east right of way line of Perry Street; Thence North 01°59'17" West along said east
right of way line, a distance of 211.20 feet to the Point of Beginning. The above-described
parcel contains 0.74 acres, more or less, and is subject to easements and restrictions of
record. For the purpose of this description Bearings are based on the Iowa State Plane
Coordinate System, South Zone, North American Datum of 1983 (2011 Adjustment).
Property at 822 Pershing Avenue: Part of Outlot 31 LeClaire’s 2nd Addition to the City of
Davenport, commencing 48 feet South of the Southwest corner of 9th and Pershing,
thence West 148 feet, thence South 48 2/3 feet, thence East 148 feet, thence North 47
¾ feet to the point of beginning, in Scott County, Iowa.
Section 2. That the following findings are hereby imposed upon said rezoning:
Findings
1. The zoning map amendment is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Land Use Plan, which
identifies the properties as 'Residential General'.
2. The proposed zoning map amendment to IC Institutional Campus District is appropriate
for an ancillary use of an 'Educational Facility-University or College'.
3. The zoning map amendment and submitted land use plan are compatible with the
established institutional and residential character of the area.
4. The proposed IC Institutional Campus District appropriately reflects the properties’ land
use context and functional relationship to the adjacent campus.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment will not impact the public health, safety, and
welfare of the City.
6. The proposed zoning map amendment does not create any nonconformities.
Section 3. At its February 17, 2026, meeting, the City Plan and Zoning Commission voted to
forward Case REZ26- 01 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the
listed findings.
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First Consideration ______________________________
Second Consideration __________________________
Approved ___________________________________
Published in the Quad-City Times on ____________________________
Attest:
__________________________ __________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
Palmer College of Chiropractic
IC Institutional Campus District
Major Amendment Description
December 26th, 2025
Reason for Major Modification to IC
As part of Palmer College’s mission to continue to provide a world-class education to the
chiropractors of the future, we are constantly evaluating our campus to try to provide the best
facilities possible for our students, staff, and patients. During the most recent round of the
campus reviews, several areas of focus were identified for improvement in the campus footprint.
These updates include improvements to the main campus entrance off Brady Street, plans for a
new academic facility called the Palmer Forum, enhancements to parking, improved traffic flow
and wayfinding, and expanded green space and outdoor study areas. The plan also prioritizes
improved traffic safety along Perry Street and identifies potential sites for future student
housing. Together, these changes will strengthen the campus experience for students, staff,
and visitors alike.
The major amendments included in this submittal are:
1. The addition of properties to the campus footprint.
a. Proposed changes to the campus boundary incorporate properties adjacent to the
current boundary that have been acquired by Palmer College since the last Campus
Master Plan was approved in 2021. Properties that are being incorporated into the IC
footprint include:
i. 1111 Perry Street
ii. 208 E 11th Street
iii. 822 Pershing Ave
iv. 739 Perry Street (The Roslyn)
v. 727 Perry Street
vi. 725 Perry Street
2. The removal of the previously proposed mixed-use development east of Brady Street, North
of Palmer Drive.
a. The latest approved IC included a mixed-use development in the northern vicinity of
the campus. When evaluating the plans for the development of the campus over the
next 10 years, this property was not a priority. Palmer is removing the proposed
development and showing the underlying properties as they currently exist in the
future campus plan.
3. Vacation of Palmer Drive Right of Way and the revisions to the layout and use of the
previous Palmer Drive Right of Way.
a. One of the main focuses to come out of the review of the campus plan was the
desire to develop a well-defined main campus entrance off Brady Street at the
existing Palmer Drive location. The currently approved IC includes the closure of the
east half of Palmer Drive with traffic being directed to the north to the alleyway
between Brady Street and Perry Street. The updated campus plan proposes a
similar layout, with some key changes. The east half of the vacated Palmer Drive
will be changed to a pedestrian corridor, similar to the pedestrian corridor that was
constructed on 11th Street. This pedestrian area will be designed to allow emergency
services access through the area if necessary. The west half of Palmer Drive will be
converted from a one-way road to a campus entrance. This entrance will allow drop-
off near the campus center, have a roundabout to maintain access to the alleyway
north of the road, and will have a new drive from the Palmer campus back onto
Brady Street. This proposed layout has received preliminary approval from the Iowa
DOT, and the drive will also be designed for emergency services access. Palmer
would also like to use bricks that are salvaged from under the existing Palmer Drive
Right of Way in the design of the new drive and walkway pavement sections.
4. Adding the Palmer Forum and associated outdoor plaza area.
a. Another area of emphasis that came out of the latest campus review was the need
for an academic space that could also act as a gathering space for large
presentations or celebrations. Multiple areas of campus were investigated to find the
most appropriate location for this space, and it was ultimately determined that a
central campus location north of the Bechtel center was the best fit. This new
building, the Palmer Forum, is intended to be flexible enough to host large and small
classes, as well as graduation and speaker presentations. Adjacent to the proposed
Palmer Forum, the new campus master plan includes an enhanced greenspace and
outdoor study area. This area will be similar to other outdoor study spaces on
campus such as the Keller Terrace, the Clinic Gardens, and the VanDuyne Hall
courtyard.
5. Removing the previously approved closure of the west half of 9th street between Perry Street
and Pershing Street.
a. After evaluating traffic circulation patterns throughout the campus and discussing
access with city emergency services personnel, it was determined that the benefits
from the closure of this portion of 9th street would be outweighed by the impact on
emergency access to the surrounding community. Because of this, Palmer is
removing this proposed closure from the campus master plan.
6. Improved traffic safety features along Perry Street between 12th street and 9th Street.
a. As part of the new campus master plan, Palmer is anticipating an increase in the
pedestrian circulation in the center of campus. This area generally includes the 11th
street pedestrian corridor, the VanDuyne Student housing courtyard, the proposed
Palmer Drive pedestrian corridor, and the proposed Palmer Forum outdoor plaza.
Though these areas are close in proximity, they are generally bisected by the Perry
Street Right of Way. In order to encourage safe vehicular / pedestrian interactions in
this area and to minimize the risk of any accidents occurring, Palmer is proposing
three traffic calming bump outs along Perry Street between 12th street and 9th street.
These bump outs would help consolidate pedestrian crossings on Perry Street while
also slowing traffic as it passes through the center of the Palmer Campus.
7. Removing the previously approved partial closure of 8th Street between Main Street and
Brady Street.
a. With the addition of the proposed student housing and parking lots south of 8th street,
the college determined that it would be more beneficial to have increased
accessibility between Main Street and Brady Street than to continue the plan to close
the west half of 8th Street. Because of this, the college is removing the proposed
closure of 8th street from their campus master plan.
8. Adding sites for future student housing buildings east of Main Street.
a. Due to the success of the VanDuyne student housing building, Palmer college
determined that there is a sufficient desire for additional student housing within the
campus footprint. To meet this demand, two student housing buildings as well as
associated parking lots are being shown in the empty lot east of Main Street. These
structures were shown in previous versions of the campus master plan but were
removed with the latest approved IC when VanDuyne hall was added. The college
believes that within the next 10 years there will be sufficient demand for on-campus
housing to support the additional proposed units.
9. Removing the partial closure of 7th street between Main Street and Brady Street.
a. With the addition of the proposed student housing and parking lots north of 7th street,
the college determined that it would be more beneficial to have increased
accessibility between Main Street and Brady Street than to continue the plan for the
partial closures at both ends of 7th street. Because of this, the college is removing the
proposed closure of 7th street from the campus master plan.
Palmer College of Chiropractic
IC Institutional Campus District
Application Narrative
December 26th, 2025
Outline of Submittals and Narrative
Section G - Land Use Plan
1.) A completed application, with a narrative of intent and description of
compatibility with the surrounding area.
A completed application is included with the submittal. Please see Palmer IC –
Rezoning Application Packet. A narrative of the intent and description of compatibility
with the surrounding area can be seen in Section 5 of this outline.
2.) Boundary Survey
Due to the irregular shape of the Palmer Campus, the internal property that is not
included in the IC, and the numerous individual properties that make up the Palmer
Campus, a full legal description of the campus was not completed for the IC.
Instead, a general description of the IC boundary can be seen in the document titled
Addendum 4 - IC Boundary, of the submittal. Additionally, the overall IC Boundary
can be seen on each of the drawings included in the submittal. These drawings are
to scale, with the scale of each sheet identified on that sheet.
3.) Set of Drawings supporting the IC Major Amendment Submittal
a. Proposed Name or Title of the project
Palmer College of Chiropractic - Institutional Campus
b. North arrow, vicinity map, plan scale, date of plan preparation.
North arrow, plan scale, and date of plan preparation can be seen on
each sheet of the submittal. The vicinity map of the project can be seen
on the Cover Sheet of the plan set.
c. Tabulated Site Data
i.) Number of Gross Acres
The gross Acres included in the IC can be seen in the Table on
sheet C-4 - Overall Land Use Plan.
ii.) Existing and proposed lot coverage
A summary of the existing and proposed lot coverage can be
seen in the table on sheet C-4 - Overall Land Use Plan. These
overall areas are further broken down by each individual lot on
sheet C-14 - Data Sheet.
iii.) Existing and proposed total square footage and floor area ratio of
buildings
A summary of the total square footage and floor areas of the
buildings can be seen in Addendum 5 - Existing and Proposed
Building Data Summary. The actual footprints of the buildings
indicated in Addendum 5 can be seen on sheets C-4 - Overall
Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and C-6 - Land Use
Plan - South.
iv.) Existing and Proposed number of parking stalls
The existing areas available for parking throughout campus can
be seen on sheet C-7 - Existing Campus Parking Data. All existing
Palmer Campus parking lots, supplemental parking areas, and on
street parking areas are labeled on the drawing. The tables on
the right side of the sheet identify how many stalls are available in
each of the areas.
The proposed areas for parking throughout the camps can be
seen on sheet C-8 - Proposed Campus Parking Data. All
proposed Palmer Campus parking lots, supplemental parking
areas, and on street parking areas are labeled on the drawing.
The tables on the right side of the sheet identify how many stalls
are available in each of the areas.
Addendum 6 - Parking Summary, provides a general explanation
of the existing and proposed parking conditions, identifies which
lots will be removed, which are added, and compares the
proposed parking design to the requirements laid out in the city
zoning ordinance.
v.) Parking ratio determined
A summary of the existing and proposed parking ratios can be
seen in Addendum 6 - Parking Summary.
d. Existing land use and zoning surrounding the proposed development and the
distance from the subject property line to the nearest structure on all abutting
properties within 200 feet of the perimeter of the site.
Existing Land use zoning is shown on the Cover Sheet of the plan set.
Due to the high number of existing structures within 200’ of the IC
boarder, exact dimensions were not provided on these plans. All
structures within 200’ of the IC can be seen on sheets C-4 - Overall
Existing Conditions, C-5 - Existing Conditions North, and C-6 - Existing
Conditions South. These sheets are all to the scale indicated on the
sheet, and dimensions can be measured as needed.
e. The location of the existing and proposed services including water, sanitary,
storm, electric, gas, streets, capacity of those services and the service
requirements for the developments.
Existing utilities were located using a combination of city GIS, information
supplied from the utility providers, and in some areas topographic
surveying techniques. The location and size of the identified utilities can
be seen on sheet C-10 - Site Utilities - North, and C-11 - Site Utilities -
South.
f. Site constraints
i.) Slopes in excess of 10%
Slopes in excess of 10% are identified on sheets C-12- Grading &
Drainage - North and C-13 Grading and Drainage - South.
ii.) Drainage ways that carry water from abutting properties, drainage
ways that drain areas on the site in excess of one acre and any area
designated as a floodplain or floodway.
In general, the Palmer Campus drains from North to South.
Existing Campus Drainage ways are identified on sheets C-12 -
Grading & Drainage - North and C-13 - Grading and Drainage -
South. There are no areas within the campus footprint that are
designated as a floodplain or floodway.
iii.) Soils that are unsuitable or require special treatment to support
urban development as determined by the Soil Conservation
Services Soil Survey.
Site Soils are identified on sheet C-9 - S-IC Area and Soils. A
table summarizing the characteristics of the identified soils Is
located on the right side of the sheet.
g. Existing and proposed grade changes on a two-foot interval topographic map on
a scale basis.
Existing Contours were developed using Scott County LIDAR Data.
These contours are shown at 2’ interval on sheets C-12- Grading &
Drainage - North and C-13 - Grading and Drainage - South. Proposed
grades have not been determined at this time. The intent of the campus
plan for final conditions to imitate existing site slopes and drainage
patterns, with some modifications being made for accessibility and
usability.
h. Existing and proposed building pad locations with proposed building area,
number of stories, overall height, a list of the proposed uses in the structure and
its gross floor area.
Existing building pad locations can be seen on Sheets C-1 - Overall
Existing Conditions, C-2 - Existing Conditions - North, and C-3 - Existing
Conditions - South. Proposed building pad locations can be seen on
sheets C-4 - Overall Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and
C-6 - Land Use Plan - South. A table of the requested information about
the proposed building can be seen in Addendum 5 - Existing and
Proposed Building Data Summary.
i. The location of existing and proposed parking areas including the extent of
paving, proposed circulation, and number of parking spaces.
The existing parking areas can be seen on sheet C-7 - Existing Campus
Parking Data. This sheet shows the circulation of the lots, and the stalls in
each lot are listed in various tables on the right side of the sheet. The
proposed parking areas can be seen on sheet C-8- Proposed Campus
Parking Data. This sheet shows the circulation of the lots, and the stalls in
each lot are listed in various tables on the right side of the sheet. The total
paved area of the parking lots can be seen on sheet C-14 - Data Sheet.
j. Location of existing and proposed loading docks, receiving areas, trash pick-up
areas, and other areas requiring screening.
Existing loading docks, receiving areas, and trash pick-up areas can be
seen on sheets C-2 - Existing Conditions - North, and C-3 - Existing
Conditions - South. Proposed loading docks, receiving areas, and trash
pick-up areas can be seen on sheets C-9 – IC Areas and Soils.
k. The location of existing and proposed landscaping and buffering to be developed
in the project. Massing and density of plant and other screening materials must
be indicated.
Existing Landscape screening areas can be seen on sheets C-1 - Overall
Existing Conditions, C-2 - Existing Conditions - North, and C-3 - Existing
Conditions - South. Proposed landscaping and buffering can be seen on
sheets C-4 - Overall Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and
C-6 - Land Use Plan - South.
l. Location and configuration of all existing and proposed access points within
public streets and a pedestrian / bicycle circulation plan.
All existing access points to campus can be seen on sheets C-1 - Overall
Existing Conditions, C-2 - Existing Conditions - North, and C-3 - Existing
Conditions - South. All proposed access points can be seen on sheets C-
4 - Overall Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and C-6 - Land
Use Plan - South. Proposed road closures can be seen on the sheets
showing the final campus layout. To help enhance the pedestrian and
bicycle circulation through the center of Campus, the proposed plan
includes the conversion of the east half of Palmer Drive to an enhanced
pedestrian corridor. This pedestrian corridor will be designed in a way to
maintain emergency service access through the existing Palmer Drive
R.O.W. In addition to this, Palmer is proposing three traffic calming bump
outs along Perry Street between 9th street and 12th street. These bump
outs will allow for safter Pedestrian circulation between the center of
campus where the Palmer Forum will be located and the east end of
campus where the VanDuyne student housing and turf recreation field is
located.
m. Storm water management plan.
Currently there is very limited public storm sewer in any area of the
Palmer Campus. As part of the construction of the VanDuyne Student
housing building, a 15” diameter storm outlet was extended from the
intersection of Iowa Street and 10th Street to the intersection of 11th Street
and Perry. For the proposed projects on campus, Palmer will treat and
detain site stormwater in areas of improvement to meet the requirements
of the City of Davenport Stormwater Ordinance. After meeting the
requirements, the stormwater will be outlet to the previously installed 15”
diameter sewer which will then drain to the city system. The existing
extension of the storm sewer can be seen on sheet C-10 - Site Utilities -
North.
n. The location of all existing and proposed freestanding signs, including circulation
signs.
All existing and proposed signs on campus can be seen on sheets -4 -
Overall Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and C-6 - Land Use
Plan - South.
4.) Traffic Impact Study
Because of the nature of the Palmer Campus, with a large arterial roadway
bisecting the property, a traffic impact study has not been required for previously
submitted Campus plans. The understanding being that because there is already
such a high-volume roadway through the center of campus, the relatively minor
demand generated by the proposed changes to the Campus Master Plan will not
have a significant impact on the level of service of the existing roadways. There
are times where large events are hosted on campus where one lane of Brady
Street is blocked off to allow drop-off stacking to occur along the east side of the
street. At times when this is necessary, closure of the lane is coordinated with the
City and the DOT to ensure that all the proper permitting is completed prior to the
events. Because the changes to the campus master plan are intended to
enhance parking capacity and consolidate the space used for similar large
events, at this time no traffic impact study has been completed for the Palmer
College IC.
5.) A narrative of intent and compatibility with surrounding areas. A narrative must
be provided that describes the relationship between the institution and the
surrounding area. The narrative at a minimum must include the following:
a. Description of overall architectural and / or urban design theme.
Palmer College of Chiropractic has evolved to meet the needs of its
students and faculty as it has grown over the past 100 years; however,
the architectural theme has remained constant. Buildings and houses of
brick and stone dominate the campus, with more metal and glass
introduced into recent projects. All have an urban “academic” design
style with 2 to 4 floors of space. The campus plan and interaction with
the neighborhood has also evolved aligning the core of academic spaces
with Brady Street and residential buildings/parking at the perimeter. The
proposed Master Plan strengthens the campus edge through expanded
greenspace and landscaping at perimeter streets, buildings, and parking
lots, while enhancing the core academic spaces adjacent to Brady Street.
b. Total number of existing and proposed users and employees of the facility.
Palmer’s current enrollment on at their Davenport Campus is
approximately 1,000 students supported by 250 faculty and staff.
Approximately 270 students currently live on campus. The proposed 10-
year plan allows for an accommodation of up to 1,500 students with 400
living on campus.
c. Description of existing and proposed conditions of development along the outer
boundaries of the district and its relationship with the surrounding area.
Standards must be established to permit a compatible transition from the
institutional use to the surrounding area. Standards include, but are not limited to
building height and form, exterior lighting, landscaping, etc.
The Master Plan goals are to “create sensitive and mutually beneficial
transitions between campus and the adjacent properties.” The proposed
Campus Master Plan created by RDG Planning & Design is proposed to
create connection and comfort establishing a campus presence with the
surrounding area. New buildings are predominantly located in the center of
campus and adding enhanced lighting, fencing, and landscaping will boost
this design concept.
d. Description of existing and proposed methods of communication between the
institution and the community, including a method for resolution of community
concerns.
Palmer College has been actively involved with Hilltop Campus Village since
its inception, as well as in communication with Davenport Community
Schools and adjacent businesses regarding any campus activities and
improvements that impact the surrounding neighborhood. Although there are
no known active residential groups, Palmer proposes to open a line of
communication with the neighbors similar to their relationships with
surrounding businesses. Palmer will schedule annual meetings with the
neighborhood stakeholders and residents to present and discuss campus
planning and schedule, as well as neighbor concerns.
e. Description of any existing and proposed impacts of development and the
surrounding area and how these impacts should be mitigated. This description
shall include property outside the boundaries of the district and their interaction
with the surrounding area. Impacts include, but are not limited to lighting, noise,
parking, etc.
The developments proposed in Palmer’s Master Plan are primarily defining
and softening their campus edge through expanding green space and
landscaping. Proposed buildings will be designed to respect and
complement the existing architectural theme on campus.
f. Description of existing and proposed relationship of institutional transportation
system (auto, bus, bicycle, pedestrian) to the external street network. A
description of specific programs to reduce traffic impacts, and to encourage the
use of public transit, carpooling, bicycling, and walking.
The urban nature of this campus is reinforced by student living. 25% of
Palmer’s students live on campus and another 20% to 30% live in rented
neighborhood and downtown houses and apartments. With the addition of
the VanDuyne Student Housing Addition a large percent of the student
population walk to campus. Other students and faculty are encouraged to use
public transportation and/or car-pooling for other daily trips to campus. The
proximity of Brady Street provides more opportunity for bus access in relation
to campus buildings.
Addendum 4 - IC Boundary:
The Institutional Campus has the following legal description: Part of the Northwest Quarter of Section
25, Township 78 North, Range 3 East and the Northeast and Southeast Quarter Section 26, Township 28
North, Range 3 East of the 5th Principal Meridian, Scott County, Iowa, more particularly described as
follows:
Beginning at the intersection of the centerlines of Main Street and Palmer Drive; thence east along said
centerline of Palmer Drive to the centerline of Brady Street; thence North along said centerline of Brady
Street to the north property line of 1129 Brady Street extended westerly to the centerline of Brady
Street; thence East along said north property line and its extensions westerly and easterly to the
centerline of a public alley; thence North along said centerline of said public alley to the centerline of
East 12th Street; thence East along said centerline of East 12 Street to the centerline of Pershing
Avenue; thence South along said centerline of Pershing Avenue to the south property line of 822
Pershing Avenue extended easterly to the centerline of Pershing Avenue; thence West along said south
property line and its extensions easterly and westerly to the centerline of a public alley; thence South
along said centerline of a public alley to the south property line of 725 Perry Street extended easterly;
thence west along the south line of 725 Perry Street and its extension westerly to the centerline of Perry
Street; thence South along said centerline of Perry Street to the south property line of 711 Brady Street
extended easterly to the centerline of Perry Street; thence west along said south property line and its
easterly extension to the east property line of 707 Brady Street; thence south along said east property
line and its northernly extension to the north property line of 705 Brady Street; thence south along said
east property line of 705 Brady Street and its northernly extension to the north property line of 701
Brady Street; thence south along said east property line and its northernly extension to the centerline of
East 7th Street; thence West along said centerline of East 7th Street to the centerline of Brady Street;
thence South along said centerline of Brady Street to the centerline of a public alley extended easterly
to centerline of Brady Street; thence West along said centerline of a public alley and its westerly
extension to the centerline of Main Street; thence North along said centerline of Main Street to the
south property line of 704 Main Street extended easterly to the centerline of Main Street; thence west
along said south property line and its extensions easterly and westerly to the centerline of a public alley;
thence North along said centerline of a public alley to the south property line of 705 Harrison Street
extended easterly to the centerline of a public alley; thence West along said south property line and its
extensions easterly and westerly to the centerline of Harrison Street; thence North along said centerline
of Harrison Street to the centerline of West 8th Street extended westerly to centerline of Harrison
Street; thence East along said centerline of West 8th Street to the centerline of Main Street; thence
North along said centerline of Main Street to the Point of Beginning at the intersection of the centerlines
of Main Street and Palmer Drive.
Properties excluded from the above-described IC boundary are as follows: 805 Brady Street.
Addendum 5 - Existing and Proposed Building Data Summary:
A map showing the location of the existing and proposed buildings within the campus boundary can be
seen on sheets C-1 through C-6. The summary of building areas, number of stories, and gross floor
areas can be seen below:
Footprint Student Housing
Name (sf) Stories Gross Area (sf) Height (ft) (units)
Existing: Existing Proposed
Academic Health Center 19,847 3 59,541 48 0 0
Administration Building 8,502 4 36,987 65 0 0
Argyle Apartments 5,996 4 23,984 48 31 31
Brady Manor 2,652 3 8,329 36 3 3
Campus Center 15,770 5 58,136 65 0 0
Chemistry Building 11,540 2 19,035 34 0 0
Classroom Building 23,608 2 55,114 38 0 0
Fitness Center 28,375 2 43,758 40 0 0
Library 16,620 3 51,343 40 0 0
Memorial Building 6,416 3 20,918 38 0 0
North Hall 4,800 2 6,600 26 0 0
Palmer Alumni Office 5,830 1 5,830 15 0 0
Palmer Mansion 6,130 3 12,718 48 0 0
Perry Hill Residences (520 Perry St) 11,322 3 27,736 44 35 35
Perry Hill Residences (521 Perry St) 11,536 3 28,310 40 35 35
The Roslyn (739 Perry St) 3,228 3 9,696 38 13 13
Research Center 6,043 4 26,910 40 0 0
Paul & Donna VanDuyne Hall 25,003 4 96,529 40 119 119
Vickie Anne Palmer Hall 22,132 4 123,046 86 0 0
Villas at Palmer 12,419 3 27,736 44 63 63
West Hall 22,560 3 81,240 40 0 0
8 Gables Student Housing 3,986 2 7,972 26 9 9
th 6 6
208 E 11 Street 2,589 2 7,972 26
711 Brady Street 4,608 2 6,912 30 12 12
723 Brady Street 3,108 3 9,324 48 10 10
725 Perry Street 1,734 2 2,620 24 1 1
727 Perry Street 1,864 2 2,796 24 4 4
728 Perry Street 1,098 1 1,098 16 2 2
1019 Perry Street 3,760 2 4,874 30 8 8
1111 Perry Street 2,840 2 5,608 26 11 11
Proposed:
New Student Housing 10,725 4 41,500 46 0 40
New Student Housing 10,725 4 41,500 46 0 40
Palmer Forum 29,050 3 36,500 48 0 0
Addendum 6 - Parking Summary:
Existing Parking Conditions:
The existing number of parking spaces on Campus was determined using a combination of site visits and
reviewing aerial photos of the areas in the campus boundary. Per the City of Davenport Zoning Ordinance
17.10.050(B) – 3 – b, the on-street parking capacity was calculated using measurements of aerial photos
and dividing the available curb space by 22 feet per stall. Areas that had posted “no parking” signs were
excluded from this calculation to ensure that the existing parking stall count was as accurate as possible.
In addition to the calculated number of stalls, Palmer Security Staff completed a survey of the campus
parking areas on September 8th, 2025, to collect information about the use demand at the parking areas.
These surveys were completed roughly around 10 am and 2 pm to try to capture the peak demand at the
parking lots. The tables on the right side of sheet C-7 Existing Campus Parking Data show the total
number of stalls in each lot, the number of stalls being utilized during the AM count, and the number of
stalls utilized during the PM count. Because Palmer has year-round classes, and students are on campus
consistently, these counts can be considered representative of the regular demand in these lots.
In total, it was calculated that between the on-street and off- street parking there are 1,436 stalls
available for use within the Palmer Campus Boundary. During the AM counts, Palmer security observed
591 stalls being utilized in the off-street parking areas, and 241 on-street parking stalls in use. This
combined to a total demand of 832 parking stalls. During the PM rounds, Palmer security counted 578
off-street parking stalls in use, and 232 on-street parking stalls being used. Combining these counts,
total demand in the afternoon was 810 stalls. Utilizing the total demand for the AM & PM parking
observations, on average there are approximately 615 extra parking spaces available within the campus
footprint during peak demand hours. Consistent with observed use from previous IC parking studies, the
area of greatest demand on campus is in the north-east quadrant.
Proposed Parking Conditions:
Based on the observed demand from the campus parking counts, the future parking lots included in the
IC are strategically located in the north-east quadrant of campus. Overall, the updated campus plan
removes parking lots A and B for the proposed event center, reconstructs parking lots C, H, and F to
increase capacity, and combines parking lots G, K, and R into one large parking area. A summary of the
overall change of the parking count in the north-east quadrant of the campus can be seen in the following
table:
Removed Parking Areas
Lot Stalls
A 36
B 87
C 43
E 8
F 60 Added Parking Areas
G 78 Lot Stalls
H 25 C 70
K 61 F 155
R 64 H 42
P36 9 R 346
Total Removed = 471 Total Added = 613
The proposed campus plan adds 142 stalls in the north-east area of campus. These parking lots will
predominately serve the areas that are currently being served by the removed parking lots. Besides the
new lots in the north-east, an additional 70 stalls are proposed in the new parking lot E for the future
student housing buildings. In total, all the projects included in the latest IC will bring the total available
parking on campus to 1,630 stalls. As with the previous IC, Palmer proposes to continue to monitor
changes in demand after the completion of the additional parking lot constriction. If needed, Palmer can
implement a demand management plan to reallocate commuter traffic to underutilized lots on campus.
City Parking Requirements:
To determine how many parking stalls are required per section 17.10.040 of the city zoning ordinance,
areas of the buildings on campus were broken out based on uses defined in table 17.10-2: Off-Street
Vehicle Parking Requirements. A summary of the areas is shown in the following table.
Use Square Footage Parking Requirement Required Spaces
Dwelling - Multi-Family: Units - 204 1.5 per dwelling unit 306
Education Facility – University: 2 per classroom + 2 per office
Classrooms – 60 / Offices – 209 + 1 per 4 students of maximum 788
Maximum Enrollment – 1000 Students enrollment
Reception: 43,230 square feet GFA 1 per 300 square feet GFA 114
Indoor Recreation: 43,760 square feet GFA 1 per 500 square feet GFA 88
Outdoor Recreation: 64,000 square feet GFA 1 per 1000 square feet GFA 64
Office: 43,230 square feet GFA 1 per 500 square feet GFA 86
Total Parking Required 1,446
The buildings included in this summary are mainly focused on those that use the parking spots available
in the north-east area of campus, and not all the buildings within the campus footprint were considered.
With the addition of the proposed event center, required parking counts for the considered area will
increase by the amounts shown in the following table.
Use Square Footage Parking Requirement Required Spaces
Auditorium: Capacity - 1300 1 per 5 persons 260
Gathering / Event Space: 18,460 square feet GFA 1 per 300 square feet GFA 62
Offices: 1,320 square feet GFA 1 per 500 square feet GFA 3
Total Parking Required 325
The construction of the event center includes the removal of the existing North Hall, which leads to a
total required parking count of 1,763 stalls.
Under section 17.10.050(D) of the city zoning ordinance, required parking counts can be reduced on sites
using the shared parking calculations in table 17.10-3. The calculated shared parking requirement for the
noted campus areas can be seen in the following table.
Weekday Weekend
Land Use Category Mid. – 7:00 am – 6:00 pm – Mid. – 7:00 am – 6:00 pm –
7:00am 6:00 pm Mid. 7:00 am 6:00 pm Mid.
Residential 306 306 306 306 306 230
Restaurant - - - - - -
Hotel / Motel - - - - - -
Indoor / Outdoor Recreation 0 93 132 7 93 132
Office / Industrial 5 86 5 0 35 9
Institutional – Education Facility 0 788 394 0 0 0
Institutional – Place of Worship - - - - - -
Totals 311 1,273 837 313 434 371
Based on this calculation, the total required count for the buildings in the area under consideration is
reduced from 1,446 stalls to 1,273 stalls. Though this number is closer to the apparent observed
demand, it is still higher than what we believe will be necessary to service the campus. This is mainly
due to the fact that the event center’s highest demand for parking will occur during large events on
campus such as graduation ceremonies. When these events are being held, other activities on campus
that drive demand, such as classes and clinics, will not be happening. Removing the required stall
counts for the offices and educational facilities that will not be in use during large events further reduces
the total count by 531 stalls. In conjunction with the total number from the shared parking calculation, the
reduced required parking amount to service the buildings in the north-east area of campus is 742 stalls.
This number is much closer to what we believe is the actual demand for the proposed campus facilities
and is able to be serviced between the existing and proposed projects.
Parking Ratios:
The parking ratios were calculated by dividing the total number of parking spaces on campus by the total
square footage of the buildings and structures on campus and multiplying the result by 1000. This final
calculated number gives an indication of how many parking stalls are available per 1000 square feet of
building within the campus footprint.
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As these numbers show, when comparing existing campus conditions to proposed campus conditions,
there is essentially no change in the overall number of stalls available per 1000 square feet of building
space. This consistent parking ratio aligns with the design team’s expectation that the proposed
improvements will not reduce the overall parking conditions on Campus.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE | COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
To: All property owners within 500 feet of the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus
100 BLACK MEN
PO BOX 1585
DAVENPORT IA 52809 -1585
Plan & Zoning Commission Public Hearing Meeting
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Date: 3/4 /202 6 Time: 5: 30 PM Location: Council Chambers | City Hall | 226 W 4 St .
What is this About?
This notice is to inform you of an upcoming public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to
the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus Master Plan. The amendment would update the
Institutional Campus District to reflect recent property acquisitions and pro posed campus
improvements, including a new main entrance from Brady Street, construction of an academic
building, expanded parking, enhanced greenspace, traffic safety improvements on Perry Street,
and identification of future student housing sites along M ain Street. These changes are intended
to improve campus access, safety, and overall functionality while supporting long -term
institutional growth. See the attached Campus Master Plan for more information.
Request s /Case Description s:
1. Case ORD26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land
Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing
Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Case REZ26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street,
1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing
Avenue from R -MF Multi -Family Residential District and R -4C Single -Family and Two -
Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Case ROW26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive,
between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20 -foot -wide alley
right -of -way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Case ROW26 -02 : Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street,
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights -of -way
located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
Plan and Zoning Commission Recommendation:
At its February 17, 202 6 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ORD26 -01 be
forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings :
1. The land use plan is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Future Land Use Plan.
2. The land use plan amendment is appropriate for an 'Educational Facility -University or College'.
3. The proposed land use plan is generally consistent with the established institutional and
residential character of the area.
4. The land use plan is consistent with the principal uses permitted within the IC Institutional
Campus District.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment promotes the public health, safety, and welfare of the
City.
6. The proposed Campus Land Use Plan does not create any nonconformities.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case REZ 26 -01
be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings:
1. The zoning map amendment is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Land Use Plan,
which identifies the properties as 'Residential General'.
2. The proposed zoning map amendment to IC Institutional Campus District is appropriate
for an ancillary use of an 'Educational Facility -University or College'.
3. The zoning map amendment and submitted land use plan are compatible with the
established institutional and residential character of the area.
4. The proposed IC Institutional Campus District appropriately reflects the properties’ land
use context and functional relationship to the adjacent campus.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment will not impact the public health, safety, and
welfare of the City.
6. The proposed zoning map amendment does not create any nonconformities.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ROW26 -
01 be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. Palmer Drive does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and does
not meet the required cross -sectional and construction specifications.
2. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular circulation
from Brady Street to the alley from Palmer Drive, thereby maintaining site connectivity
despite the reduction in public right -of -way.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve emergency vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street.
Conditions:
1. Upon vacation of the subject right -of -way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and the north -south alley. The easements shall provide
adequate width and maintain unobstructed access to serve the properties located alon g
Brady Street.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street. The easements shall be of sufficient
width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating emergency
response vehicles.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ROW26 -
02 be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. East 10th Street does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and
does not meet the required cross -sectional and construction specifications.
2. The existing alley rights -of -way, south of 10th Street, are remnants of a prior residential
subdivision and no longer serve their original functional purpose.
3. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve vehicular connectivity
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue.
5. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular access to 1019
Perry Street, thereby maintaining site connectivity despite the reduction in public right -of -
way.
Conditions:
1. Upon vacation of the subject right -of -way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue. The easements shall be of
sufficient width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating
emergency response vehicles.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity to 1019 Perry Street. The easements shall provide adequate width and
maintain unobstructed access.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
What are the Next Steps after the Public Hearing?
The public hearing on the above matter is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on March 4 , 202 6 in the Council
Chambers of the Davenport City Hall, 226 West 4th Street, Davenport, Iowa.
Would You Like to Submit an Official Comment?
You may submit written comments on the above item or attend the public hearing to express
your views, or both. Written comments may be sent via email to mayor.info@davenportiowa.com
or mailed to the Development and Neighborhood Services Department, at the below address, no
later than 12:00 noon on the day of the public hearing.
All written comments and protests already received will be forwarded to the Committee of the
Whole. The Committee of the Whole meeting can be viewed live at
www.davenportiowa.com/watchlive .
All documents related to the meeting (agenda included) are at “Meeting Minutes & Agendas”:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/meeting_minutes_agendas
Interpretive services are available at no charge. Servicios interpretativos libres estan disponibles.
TTY: (563) 326 -6145
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE | PLAN AND ZONING COMMISSION
To: All property owners within 5 00 feet of the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus
100 BLACK MEN
PO BOX 1585
DAVENPORT IA 52809 -1585
Neighborhood Meeting
Date: 1/27 /202 6
Time: 6 :0 0 PM
Location: Palmer Welcome Center Conference Room | 1005 N Brady Street
Plan & Zoning Commission Public Hearing Meeting
Date: 2/3/202 6
Time: 5:00 PM
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Location: Council Chambers | City Hall | 226 West 4 Street
What is this About?
This notice is being sent to inform you that a neighborhood meeting and a public hearing will be
held for a request to amend the Campus Land Use Plan for Palmer College of Chiropractic . The
proposed amendment to the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus Master Plan updates the
Institutional Campus District to reflect recent property acquisitions, revised circulation and right -
of-way plans, and the addition of a new academic and gathering facility. The amendment
removes previously approved street closures a nd a mixed -use development, enhances pedestrian
safety and traffic flow —particularly along Perry Street —and identifies expanded green space and
potential sites for future student housing. Overall, the changes are intended to improve campus
access, safety, and functionality while supporting long -term institutional growth. See the attached
Campus Master Plan for more information.
Request s /Case Description s:
1. Case ORD26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land
Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing
Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Case REZ26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street,
1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing
Avenue from R -MF Multi -Family Residential District and R -4C Single -Family and Two -
Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Case ROW26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive,
between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20 -foot -wide alley
right -of-way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Case ROW26 -02 : Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street,
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights -of-way
located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
What are the Next Steps after the Neighborhood Meeting and Public Hearing?
The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a formal public hearing at their meeting on February 3,
202 6 . The Plan and Zoning Commission will vote (provide a recommendation) to the City Counc il
at their meeting on February 17, 202 6 . The Commission’s recommendation will be forwarded to
the City Council, which will then hold its own public hearing. You will receive a notice of the City
Council’s public hearing. For the specific dates and times of subsequent meetings, please contact
th e Development & Neighborhood Services Department.
Would You Like to Submit an Official Comment?
As a neighboring property owner, you may have an interest in commenting on the proposed
request via email or in person at the public hearing. Send written comments to
planning@davenportiowa.com (no later than 12:00 PM one day before the public hearing) or to:
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Planning, 1200 E 46 St, Davenport IA 52807.
All documents related to the meeting (agenda included) are at “ Meeting Minutes & Agenda s”:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/meeting_minutes_agendas
Do You Have Any Questions?
If you have any questions or if accommodations are needed for any reason, please contact the
Development & Neighborhood Services Department at planning @davenportiowa.com or 563 -326 -
6198 . Interpretive services are available at no charge. Servicios interpretativos libres estan
disponibles. TTY: (563) 326 -6145
Please note items may be removed or tabled to a future hearing date at the request of the Applicant
or Commission/Board. Those interested in verifying case actions and/or tablings, please contact
Planning at 563 -326 -6198 or planning@davenportiowa.com for updates.
City of Davenport
Department: Development & Neighborhood Services Action / Date
Contact Info: Matt Werderitch | 563-888-2221 3/4/2026
Subject:
Public Hearing for Case ROW26-01 being the request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate
Palmer Drive, between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20-foot-
wide alley right-of-way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Hold the Hearing.
Background:
Palmer College of Chiropractic is requesting the vacation of Palmer Drive between Brady Street
and Perry Street, along with a portion of the mid-block alley located immediately north of
Palmer Drive. The proposed vacation would allow for the construction of a new private drive
that will function as the primary vehicular entrance to the campus.
The proposed design includes a roundabout that will direct vehicles either north to an expanded
parking area or back onto Brady Street. Vehicular access between Brady Street and Perry Street
would be limited to emergency vehicles only. The eastern portion of Palmer Drive is proposed to
be repurposed as a pedestrian pathway, providing improved connectivity between the campus
core and VanDuyne Hall.
This request is part of a broader campus beautification initiative intended to enhance visitor
circulation and campus functionality, and to provide improved access to the new academic
building, enhanced greenspace, and expanded parking facilities. The closure of Palmer Drive
was previously identified and approved as part of Palmer College’s Campus Master Plan in 2021.
Subject Right-Of-Ways
A legal description and plat has been submitted for review. The total area for the proposed
vacation is approximately 13,889 square feet (.32 acres).
1. Palmer Drive is approximately 40 feet wide by 317 feet in length, or 12,689 square feet.
Palmer Drive is a one-way street directing vehicles eastbound. On-street parking is only
permitted on the north side of the roadway, which is approximately 25 feet in width
from back-of-curb to back-of-curb.
2. The mid-block alley right of way is approximately 20 feet wide by 60 feet in length, or
1,200 square feet. The condition of the alley pavement is poor. There are overhead
utility poles and wires extending through the alley, north to 12th Street.
The vacation of public right-of-way is a two-step process:
1. Determine if the right-of-way is needed for public purposes.
2. Negotiate and determine terms of conveyance to adjacent property owners. (No Plan
and Zoning Commission action is required.)
Plan and Zoning Commission Recommendation
At its February 17, 2026, meeting, the City Plan and Zoning Commission voted to forward Case
ROW26-01 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings
and conditions:
Findings
1. Palmer Drive does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and
does not meet the required cross-sectional and construction specifications.
2. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular circulation
from Brady Street to the alley from Palmer Drive, thereby maintaining site connectivity
despite the reduction in public right-of-way.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve emergency
vehicular connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street.
Conditions
1. Upon vacation of the subject right-of-way, the land shall continue to function in its
current state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and the north-south alley. The easements shall
provide adequate width and maintain unobstructed access to serve the properties
located along Brady Street.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street. The easements shall be of sufficient
width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating emergency
response vehicles.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
The staff report from the February 17, 2026, Plan and Zoning Commission meeting is attached.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Plan & Zoning Commission Staff Report
3. Application
4. Palmer Drive-Truck Turning Movement Exhibit
5. Vicinity Map
6. Public Notice-Committee of the Whole
7. Public Notice-Plan & Zoning Commission
8. Public Comment in Opposition-1129 Brady Street
ORDINANCE NO. _________________
AN ORDINANCE FOR CASE ROW26-01 BEING THE REQUEST OF PALMER COLLEGE OF
CHIROPRACTIC TO VACATE PALMER DRIVE, BETWEEN BRADY STREET AND PERRY STREET,
AND THE SOUTHERN 60 FEET OF THE 20-FOOT-WIDE ALLEY RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED IN
OUTLOT 20 OF LECLAIRE’S 2ND ADDITION.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA:
Section 1. The following described units of Scott County, Iowa real estate are hereby vacated
(abandoned). The property has the following legal description:
Palmer Drive, between Brady Street and Perry Street: That part of East Palmer Drive, formerly
known as East 11th Street, located between Brady Street and Perry Street in the City of
Davenport, County of Scott, State of Iowa, more particularly described as follows:
Beginning at the southeast corner of parcel G0040-30, as shown in plat of survey submitted
for record on June 27, 2008, at the Office of the Scott County Recorder as Document #2008-
17503, said point being on the west right of way line of Perry Street; Thence South 02°02'10"
East along said west right of way line, a distance of 40.00 feet to the south right of way line
of East Palmer Drive; Thence South 88°14'07" West along said south right of way line, a
distance of 317.35 feet to the east right of way line of Brady Street; Thence North 01°41'12"
West along said west right of way line, a distance of 40.00 feet to the north right of way line
of East Palmer Drive; Thence North 88°14'07" East along said north right of way line, a
distance of 317.10 feet to the Point of Beginning. The above-described parcel contains 12,689
square feet, more or less as shown by the attached ROW Vacation Plat. For the purpose of
this description Bearings are based on the Iowa State Plane Coordinate System, South Zone,
North American Datum of 1983 (2011 Adjustment).
The southern 60 feet of the 20-foot-wide alley right-of-way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s
2nd Addition: Part of a 20-foot public alley located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition in
the City of Davenport, County of Scott, State of Iowa, more particularly described as follows:
Beginning at the southeast corner of a tract of land recorded on July 11, 1980, at the Office
of the Scott County Recorder as Deed #1980-010095, said point being on the north right of
way line of East Palmer Drive; Thence North 01°56'50" West along the west line of a public
alley, a distance of 60.00 feet to the northeast corner of said tract of land recorded on July
11, 1980, at the Office of the Scott County Recorder as Deed #1980-010095, Thence North
88°14'07" East, a distance of 20.00 feet to the east line of said public alley; Thence South
01°56'50" East along said east line, a distance of 60.00 feet to the north right of way line of
East Palmer Drive; Thence South 88°14’07" West along said north right of way line, a distance
of 20.00 feet to the Point of Beginning. The above-described parcel contains 1,200 square
feet, more or less as shown by the attached Alley Vacation Plat. For the purpose of this
description Bearings are based on the Iowa State Plane Coordinate System, South Zone, North
American Datum of 1983 (2011 Adjustment).
Section 2. That the following findings and conditions are hereby imposed upon said request:
Findings
1. Palmer Drive does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and does not
meet the required cross-sectional and construction specifications.
2. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and maintenance of
existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular circulation from
Brady Street to the alley from Palmer Drive, thereby maintaining site connectivity despite the
reduction in public right-of-way.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve emergency vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street.
Conditions
1. Upon vacation of the subject right-of-way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to, and
maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and the north-south alley. The easements shall provide
adequate width and maintain unobstructed access to serve the properties located along Brady
Street.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street. The easements shall be of sufficient width
and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating emergency response
vehicles.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered during
road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
Section 3. At its February 17, 2026, meeting, the City Plan and Zoning Commission voted to
forward Case ROW26-01 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the
listed findings and conditions.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any of the provisions of this ordinance are for any reason illegal or
void, then the lawful provisions of this ordinance, which are separable from said unlawful
provisions shall be and remain in full force and effect, the same as if the ordinance contained
no illegal or void provisions.
REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance
are hereby repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective after its final passage and
publication as by law provided.
First Consideration ______________________________
Second Consideration __________________________
Approved ___________________________________
Published in the Quad-City Times on ____________________________
Attest:
__________________________ __________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
DATE PRINTED:
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE | COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
To: All property owners within 500 feet of the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus
100 BLACK MEN
PO BOX 1585
DAVENPORT IA 52809 -1585
Plan & Zoning Commission Public Hearing Meeting
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Date: 3/4 /202 6 Time: 5: 30 PM Location: Council Chambers | City Hall | 226 W 4 St .
What is this About?
This notice is to inform you of an upcoming public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to
the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus Master Plan. The amendment would update the
Institutional Campus District to reflect recent property acquisitions and pro posed campus
improvements, including a new main entrance from Brady Street, construction of an academic
building, expanded parking, enhanced greenspace, traffic safety improvements on Perry Street,
and identification of future student housing sites along M ain Street. These changes are intended
to improve campus access, safety, and overall functionality while supporting long -term
institutional growth. See the attached Campus Master Plan for more information.
Request s /Case Description s:
1. Case ORD26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land
Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing
Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Case REZ26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street,
1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing
Avenue from R -MF Multi -Family Residential District and R -4C Single -Family and Two -
Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Case ROW26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive,
between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20 -foot -wide alley
right -of -way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Case ROW26 -02 : Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street,
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights -of -way
located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
Plan and Zoning Commission Recommendation:
At its February 17, 202 6 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ORD26 -01 be
forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings :
1. The land use plan is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Future Land Use Plan.
2. The land use plan amendment is appropriate for an 'Educational Facility -University or College'.
3. The proposed land use plan is generally consistent with the established institutional and
residential character of the area.
4. The land use plan is consistent with the principal uses permitted within the IC Institutional
Campus District.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment promotes the public health, safety, and welfare of the
City.
6. The proposed Campus Land Use Plan does not create any nonconformities.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case REZ 26 -01
be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings:
1. The zoning map amendment is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Land Use Plan,
which identifies the properties as 'Residential General'.
2. The proposed zoning map amendment to IC Institutional Campus District is appropriate
for an ancillary use of an 'Educational Facility -University or College'.
3. The zoning map amendment and submitted land use plan are compatible with the
established institutional and residential character of the area.
4. The proposed IC Institutional Campus District appropriately reflects the properties’ land
use context and functional relationship to the adjacent campus.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment will not impact the public health, safety, and
welfare of the City.
6. The proposed zoning map amendment does not create any nonconformities.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ROW26 -
01 be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. Palmer Drive does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and does
not meet the required cross -sectional and construction specifications.
2. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular circulation
from Brady Street to the alley from Palmer Drive, thereby maintaining site connectivity
despite the reduction in public right -of -way.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve emergency vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street.
Conditions:
1. Upon vacation of the subject right -of -way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and the north -south alley. The easements shall provide
adequate width and maintain unobstructed access to serve the properties located alon g
Brady Street.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street. The easements shall be of sufficient
width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating emergency
response vehicles.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ROW26 -
02 be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. East 10th Street does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and
does not meet the required cross -sectional and construction specifications.
2. The existing alley rights -of -way, south of 10th Street, are remnants of a prior residential
subdivision and no longer serve their original functional purpose.
3. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve vehicular connectivity
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue.
5. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular access to 1019
Perry Street, thereby maintaining site connectivity despite the reduction in public right -of -
way.
Conditions:
1. Upon vacation of the subject right -of -way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue. The easements shall be of
sufficient width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating
emergency response vehicles.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity to 1019 Perry Street. The easements shall provide adequate width and
maintain unobstructed access.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
What are the Next Steps after the Public Hearing?
The public hearing on the above matter is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on March 4 , 202 6 in the Council
Chambers of the Davenport City Hall, 226 West 4th Street, Davenport, Iowa.
Would You Like to Submit an Official Comment?
You may submit written comments on the above item or attend the public hearing to express
your views, or both. Written comments may be sent via email to mayor.info@davenportiowa.com
or mailed to the Development and Neighborhood Services Department, at the below address, no
later than 12:00 noon on the day of the public hearing.
All written comments and protests already received will be forwarded to the Committee of the
Whole. The Committee of the Whole meeting can be viewed live at
www.davenportiowa.com/watchlive .
All documents related to the meeting (agenda included) are at “Meeting Minutes & Agendas”:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/meeting_minutes_agendas
Interpretive services are available at no charge. Servicios interpretativos libres estan disponibles.
TTY: (563) 326 -6145
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE | PLAN AND ZONING COMMISSION
To: All property owners within 5 00 feet of the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus
100 BLACK MEN
PO BOX 1585
DAVENPORT IA 52809 -1585
Neighborhood Meeting
Date: 1/27 /202 6
Time: 6 :0 0 PM
Location: Palmer Welcome Center Conference Room | 1005 N Brady Street
Plan & Zoning Commission Public Hearing Meeting
Date: 2/3/202 6
Time: 5:00 PM
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Location: Council Chambers | City Hall | 226 West 4 Street
What is this About?
This notice is being sent to inform you that a neighborhood meeting and a public hearing will be
held for a request to amend the Campus Land Use Plan for Palmer College of Chiropractic . The
proposed amendment to the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus Master Plan updates the
Institutional Campus District to reflect recent property acquisitions, revised circulation and right -
of-way plans, and the addition of a new academic and gathering facility. The amendment
removes previously approved street closures a nd a mixed -use development, enhances pedestrian
safety and traffic flow —particularly along Perry Street —and identifies expanded green space and
potential sites for future student housing. Overall, the changes are intended to improve campus
access, safety, and functionality while supporting long -term institutional growth. See the attached
Campus Master Plan for more information.
Request s /Case Description s:
1. Case ORD26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land
Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing
Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Case REZ26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street,
1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing
Avenue from R -MF Multi -Family Residential District and R -4C Single -Family and Two -
Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Case ROW26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive,
between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20 -foot -wide alley
right -of-way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Case ROW26 -02 : Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street,
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights -of-way
located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
What are the Next Steps after the Neighborhood Meeting and Public Hearing?
The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a formal public hearing at their meeting on February 3,
202 6 . The Plan and Zoning Commission will vote (provide a recommendation) to the City Counc il
at their meeting on February 17, 202 6 . The Commission’s recommendation will be forwarded to
the City Council, which will then hold its own public hearing. You will receive a notice of the City
Council’s public hearing. For the specific dates and times of subsequent meetings, please contact
th e Development & Neighborhood Services Department.
Would You Like to Submit an Official Comment?
As a neighboring property owner, you may have an interest in commenting on the proposed
request via email or in person at the public hearing. Send written comments to
planning@davenportiowa.com (no later than 12:00 PM one day before the public hearing) or to:
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Planning, 1200 E 46 St, Davenport IA 52807.
All documents related to the meeting (agenda included) are at “ Meeting Minutes & Agenda s”:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/meeting_minutes_agendas
Do You Have Any Questions?
If you have any questions or if accommodations are needed for any reason, please contact the
Development & Neighborhood Services Department at planning @davenportiowa.com or 563 -326 -
6198 . Interpretive services are available at no charge. Servicios interpretativos libres estan
disponibles. TTY: (563) 326 -6145
Please note items may be removed or tabled to a future hearing date at the request of the Applicant
or Commission/Board. Those interested in verifying case actions and/or tablings, please contact
Planning at 563 -326 -6198 or planning@davenportiowa.com for updates.
Bernard J. Hofmann
Milissa K. Hofmann BROOKS LAW FIRM
Brian T. Fairfield a Professional Corporation
Allison E. Walsh Davenport Office
Tricia S. Fairfield 3725 Blackhawk Road, Suite 200 3425 E. Locust Street
Elliott R. McDonald III Rock Island, IL 61201 Davenport, IA 52803
Michael C. Walker
Patrick L. Woodward
Tel (309) 786-4900 Eldridge Office
Kelli M. Golinghorst Fax (309) 786-4940 202 N. 2nd Street, Suite A
Nicholas J. Huffmon Eldridge, IA 52748
Samuel M. Hawley
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Thomas A. Skorepa, P.C.
Of Counsel
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Jack L. Brooks planning@davenportiowa.com
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Thomas R. Schirman, Jr.
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February 2, 2026
Davenport Planning & Zoning Commission
226 West 4th Street
Davenport, Iowa 52801
Dear Sir or Madam:
I represent Jana Saad Investments LLC, which owns the property at 1129 Brady St, Davenport,
Iowa. The premises is operated as a furniture store, which does business as Brady Furniture. As a
neighboring property owner, my client has an interest in the applications filed by Palmer College
of Chiropractic (“Palmer”) as Case Nos. ORD26-01, REZ26-01, ROW26-01, and ROW26-02,
which are scheduled to be considered by this Commission at its meeting on February 3, 2026.
My client objects to Palmer’s application to vacate Palmer Drive and a portion of the adjoining
alleyway. This specifically pertains to Case Nos. ORD26-01 and ROW26-01.
My client currently has one to two furniture deliveries per week to its furniture store. These
deliveries are either made in 26-foot delivery trucks or in 53-foot semi-trailers. When the deliveries
are made in 26-foot delivery trucks, the trucks routinely drive onto Palmer Drive, then drive north
onto the alley behind my client’s store in order to make their deliveries. When the delivery is
completed, the trucks proceed north onto E. 12th St.
Palmer’s application to vacate Palmer Drive and a portion of the adjoining alleyway significantly
frustrates my client’s business. It is quite clear that the vacation of Palmer Drive and proposed
roundabout would prevent delivery trucks from using the alleyway in the same manner that they
do now. If these changes are made, my client will have to require the delivery trucks to back up
on Brady Street in order to park next to Brady Furniture’s building. This is what the 53-foot semi-
trailers currently do because they are too large for the alleyway.
An increase in the number of trucks backing up on Brady Street is not in the public interest. The
semi-trailers that currently have to back up on Brady Street already block multiple lanes of Brady
Street. In doing so, they encounter annoyed drivers, and there have been incidents of drivers
attempting to go around the trucks in a dangerous manner. Also, backing a truck up on the street
is less safe for pedestrians, including Brady Furniture’s customers, compared to driving a truck
straight through the alley. If the 26-foot delivery trucks are required to back up on Brady Street
similar to the 53-foot semi-trailers, these problems will increase.
The only parking for Brady Furniture’s customers is next to the store, and these customers often
use the alleyway behind the store to come and go. Additionally, Gio’s Barber Shop, which is
located next to Brady Furntire, has its customers park in the back of its shop, off the alleyway. The
loss of Palmer Drive and part of the alleyway to access these businesses will frustrate these
customers and harm the businesses.
For these reasons, Palmer Drive and the adjoining alleyway are still being used by the public and
should not be vacated. Palmer’s application to vacate these rights-of-way fails to “minimize[e] the
adverse impacts associated with development and geographic expansion,” and it further fails to
“protect[] the livability and vitality of adjacent areas.” See Davenport Municipal Code § 17.07.030.
Lastly, the increase in trucks backing up on Brady Street would increase danger for pedestrians
and drivers.
My client respectfully requests that this Commission deny Palmer’s application to vacate these
rights-of-way.
Very truly yours,
BROOKS LAW FIRM, P.C.
/s/ Nicholas J. Huffmon
Nicholas J. Huffmon
Sender’s email: njh@brookslawfirmpc.com
NJH/
City of Davenport
Department: Development & Neighborhood Services Action / Date
Contact Info: Laura Berkley | 563-888-3553 3/4/2026
Subject:
Public Hearing for Case ROW26-02 being the request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate
East 10th Street, between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley
rights-of-way located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd
Addition. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Hold the Hearing.
Background:
This request seeks to vacate East 10th Street between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, as
well as the mid-block public alley rights-of-way located to the north and south. As illustrated in
the Campus Master Plan, this area will be converted into additional off-street parking.
Easements would ensure the continued movement of vehicles between Perry Street and
Pershing Avenue. The vacation of this right-of-way would support the increased parking
demand generated by the new academic building and event facility.
The closure of 10th Street was previously identified and approved as part of Palmer College’s
Campus Master Plan in 2021. This request is therefore consistent with the already approved
plan and represents an implementation step rather than a new policy direction.
Subject Rights-Of-Way
A legal description and plat has been submitted for review. The total area for the proposed
vacation is approximately 15,225 square feet (.35 acres).
1. East 10th Street is approximately 20 feet wide by 321.2 feet in length, or 6,424 square
feet. There is no on-street parking, as the pavement width is approximately 16 feet in
width from back-of-curb to back-of-curb. 10th Street facilitates two-way traffic.
2. The mid-block alley right of way, located north of 10th Street, is approximately 20 feet
wide by 238.6 feet in length, or 4,770 square feet. The alley functions as a drive aisle to
Palmer College's parking lots. The property at 1019 Perry Street (not owned by Palmer
College) utilizes the alley for access.
3. The mid-block alley right-of-way, located south of 10th Street, is approximately 14.33
feet wide by 183.8 feet in length, or 2,635 square feet. The alley connects 10th Street
to 9th Street, but does not provide access to the adjacent parking lot on the western
portion of the block.
4. The angled mid-block alley right-of-way, located south of 10th Street, is approximately
10 feet wide. The total area is approximately 1,396 square feet. The alley is currently
unimproved and remains as a remnant of the block’s former residential development
pattern.
The vacation of public right-of-way is a two-step process:
1. Determine if the right-of-way is needed for public purposes.
2. Negotiate and determine terms of conveyance to adjacent property owners. (No Plan
and Zoning Commission action is required.)
Plan and Zoning Commission Recommendation
At its February 17, 2026, meeting, the City Plan and Zoning Commission voted to forward Case
ROW26-01 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings
and conditions:
Findings
1. East 10th Street does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and
does not meet the required cross-sectional and construction specifications.
2. The existing alley rights-of-way, south of 10th Street, are remnants of a prior residential
subdivision and no longer serve their original functional purpose.
3. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve vehicular
connectivity between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue.
5. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular access to
1019 Perry Street, thereby maintaining site connectivity despite the reduction in public
right-of-way.
Conditions
1. Upon vacation of the subject right-of-way, the land shall continue to function in its
current state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue. The easements shall be of
sufficient width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating
emergency response vehicles.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity to 1019 Perry Street. The easements shall provide adequate width and
maintain unobstructed access.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
The staff report from the February 17, 2026, Plan and Zoning Commission meeting is attached.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Plan & Zoning Commission Staff Report
3. Application
4. Vicinity Map
5. Public Notice-Committee of the Whole
6. Public Notice-Plan & Zoning Commission
ORDINANCE NO. _________________
AN ORDINANCE FOR CASE ROW26-02 BEING THE REQUEST OF PALMER COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC TO
VACATE EAST 10TH STREET, BETWEEN PERRY STREET AND PERSHING AVENUE, AND THE ADJACENT
PUBLIC ALLEY RIGHTS-OF-WAY LOCATED NORTH AND SOUTH OF EAST 10TH STREET IN OUTLOTS 30
AND 31 OF LECLAIRE’S 2ND ADDITION.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA:
Section 1. The following described units of Scott County, Iowa real estate are hereby vacated (abandoned).
The property has the following legal description:
East 10th Street, between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue:
That part of East 10th Street located in Outlot 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition in the City of Davenport,
County of Scott, State of Iowa, more particularly described as follows:
Beginning at the southeast corner of Lot 3 in Palmer College Foundation 1st Addition, said point being
on the north right of way line of East 10th Street and the west right of way line of Pershing Avenue;
Thence South 01°50'01" East along said the west right of way line, a distance of 20.00 feet to the
south right of way line of East 10th Street;
Thence South 88°06'44" West along said south right of way line, a distance of 321.20 feet to the east
right of way line of Perry Street;
Thence North 01°51'27" West along said west right of way line, a distance of 20.00 feet to the north
right of way line of East 10th Street;
Thence North 88°06'44” East along said north right of way line, a distance of 321.21 feet to the Point
of Beginning.
The above-described parcel contains 6,424 square feet, more or less as shown by the attached ROW
Vacation Plat.
For the purpose of this description Bearings are based on the Iowa State Plane Coordinate System,
South Zone, North American Datum of 1983 (2011 Adjustment).
Public alley right-of-way north of 10th Street in Outlot 30 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition:
Part of a 20.00-foot public alley located in Outlot 30 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition in the City of Davenport,
County of Scott, State of Iowa, more particularly described as follows:
Beginning at the most southwesterly corner of Lot 3 in Palmer College Foundation 1st Addition,
recorded on September 15, 2021, at the Office of the Scott County Recorder as Document #2021-
31863, said point being on the north right of way line of East 10th Street;
Thence South 88°06'44" West along the north line of said East 10th street, a distance of 20.00 feet to
the west line of a public alley;
Thence North 01°50'34" West along said west alley line, a distance of 238.37 feet to the north line of
said public alley;
Thence North 87°15'17" East along said north line, a distance of 20.00 feet to the east line of said
public alley and the west line of Lot 3 in Palmer College Foundation 1st Addition;
Thence South 01°50'34" East along said east alley line and west lot line, a distance of 238.67 feet to
the Point of Beginning.
The above-described parcel contains 4,770 square feet, more or less as shown by the attached Alley
Vacation Plat.
For the purpose of this description Bearings are based on the Iowa State Plane Coordinate System,
South Zone, North American Datum of 1983 (2011 Adjustment).
Public alley rights-of-way south of 10th Street in Outlot 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition:
Part of a 14.33-foot public alley located in Outlot 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition in the City of Davenport,
County of Scott, State of Iowa, more particularly described as follows:
Beginning at the northwest corner of parcel F0033-06, recorded on August 28, 2023, at the Office of
the Scott County Recorder as Deed #2023-15282, said point being on the south right of way line of
East 10th Street;
Thence South 01°50'01" East along the east line of said public alley, a distance of 183.83 feet to the
north right of way line of East 9th Street;
Thence South 87°52'26" West along said north right of way line, a distance of 14.33 feet to the west
line of said public alley;
Thence North 01°50'01" West along said west line, a distance of 183.89 feet to the south right of way
line of East 10th Street;
Thence North 88°06'44" East along said south right of way line, a distance of 14.33 feet to the Point
of Beginning.
The above-described parcel contains 2,635 square feet, more or less as shown by the attached Alley
Vacation Plat.
For the purpose of this description Bearings are based on the Iowa State Plane Coordinate System,
South Zone, North American Datum of 1983 (2011 Adjustment).
Section 2. That the following findings and conditions are hereby imposed upon said request:
Findings
1. East 10th Street does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and does not
meet the required cross-sectional and construction specifications.
2. The existing alley rights-of-way, south of 10th Street, are remnants of a prior residential subdivision
and no longer serve their original functional purpose.
3. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and maintenance of existing
and relocated utility infrastructure.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve vehicular connectivity between
Perry Street and Pershing Avenue.
5. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular access to 1019 Perry
Street, thereby maintaining site connectivity despite the reduction in public right-of-way.
Conditions
1. Upon vacation of the subject right-of-way, the land shall continue to function in its current state
until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to, and
maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular connectivity
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue. The easements shall be of sufficient width and design to
provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating emergency response vehicles.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular connectivity
to 1019 Perry Street. The easements shall provide adequate width and maintain unobstructed access.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered during road
construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
Section 3. At its February 17, 2026, meeting, the City Plan and Zoning Commission voted to forward Case
ROW26-02 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings and
conditions.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any of the provisions of this ordinance are for any reason illegal or void, then
the lawful provisions of this ordinance, which are separable from said unlawful provisions shall be and
remain in full force and effect, the same as if the ordinance contained no illegal or void provisions.
REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby
repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective after its final passage and publication
as by law provided.
First Consideration ______________________________
Second Consideration __________________________
Approved _________________________________
Published in the Quad-City Times on _____________________________
Attest:
__________________________ __________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE | COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
To: All property owners within 500 feet of the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus
100 BLACK MEN
PO BOX 1585
DAVENPORT IA 52809 -1585
Plan & Zoning Commission Public Hearing Meeting
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Date: 3/4 /202 6 Time: 5: 30 PM Location: Council Chambers | City Hall | 226 W 4 St .
What is this About?
This notice is to inform you of an upcoming public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to
the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus Master Plan. The amendment would update the
Institutional Campus District to reflect recent property acquisitions and pro posed campus
improvements, including a new main entrance from Brady Street, construction of an academic
building, expanded parking, enhanced greenspace, traffic safety improvements on Perry Street,
and identification of future student housing sites along M ain Street. These changes are intended
to improve campus access, safety, and overall functionality while supporting long -term
institutional growth. See the attached Campus Master Plan for more information.
Request s /Case Description s:
1. Case ORD26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land
Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing
Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Case REZ26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street,
1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing
Avenue from R -MF Multi -Family Residential District and R -4C Single -Family and Two -
Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Case ROW26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive,
between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20 -foot -wide alley
right -of -way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Case ROW26 -02 : Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street,
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights -of -way
located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
Plan and Zoning Commission Recommendation:
At its February 17, 202 6 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ORD26 -01 be
forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings :
1. The land use plan is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Future Land Use Plan.
2. The land use plan amendment is appropriate for an 'Educational Facility -University or College'.
3. The proposed land use plan is generally consistent with the established institutional and
residential character of the area.
4. The land use plan is consistent with the principal uses permitted within the IC Institutional
Campus District.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment promotes the public health, safety, and welfare of the
City.
6. The proposed Campus Land Use Plan does not create any nonconformities.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case REZ 26 -01
be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings:
1. The zoning map amendment is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Land Use Plan,
which identifies the properties as 'Residential General'.
2. The proposed zoning map amendment to IC Institutional Campus District is appropriate
for an ancillary use of an 'Educational Facility -University or College'.
3. The zoning map amendment and submitted land use plan are compatible with the
established institutional and residential character of the area.
4. The proposed IC Institutional Campus District appropriately reflects the properties’ land
use context and functional relationship to the adjacent campus.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment will not impact the public health, safety, and
welfare of the City.
6. The proposed zoning map amendment does not create any nonconformities.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ROW26 -
01 be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. Palmer Drive does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and does
not meet the required cross -sectional and construction specifications.
2. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular circulation
from Brady Street to the alley from Palmer Drive, thereby maintaining site connectivity
despite the reduction in public right -of -way.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve emergency vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street.
Conditions:
1. Upon vacation of the subject right -of -way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and the north -south alley. The easements shall provide
adequate width and maintain unobstructed access to serve the properties located alon g
Brady Street.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street. The easements shall be of sufficient
width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating emergency
response vehicles.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ROW26 -
02 be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. East 10th Street does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and
does not meet the required cross -sectional and construction specifications.
2. The existing alley rights -of -way, south of 10th Street, are remnants of a prior residential
subdivision and no longer serve their original functional purpose.
3. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve vehicular connectivity
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue.
5. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular access to 1019
Perry Street, thereby maintaining site connectivity despite the reduction in public right -of -
way.
Conditions:
1. Upon vacation of the subject right -of -way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue. The easements shall be of
sufficient width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating
emergency response vehicles.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity to 1019 Perry Street. The easements shall provide adequate width and
maintain unobstructed access.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
What are the Next Steps after the Public Hearing?
The public hearing on the above matter is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on March 4 , 202 6 in the Council
Chambers of the Davenport City Hall, 226 West 4th Street, Davenport, Iowa.
Would You Like to Submit an Official Comment?
You may submit written comments on the above item or attend the public hearing to express
your views, or both. Written comments may be sent via email to mayor.info@davenportiowa.com
or mailed to the Development and Neighborhood Services Department, at the below address, no
later than 12:00 noon on the day of the public hearing.
All written comments and protests already received will be forwarded to the Committee of the
Whole. The Committee of the Whole meeting can be viewed live at
www.davenportiowa.com/watchlive .
All documents related to the meeting (agenda included) are at “Meeting Minutes & Agendas”:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/meeting_minutes_agendas
Interpretive services are available at no charge. Servicios interpretativos libres estan disponibles.
TTY: (563) 326 -6145
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE | PLAN AND ZONING COMMISSION
To: All property owners within 5 00 feet of the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus
100 BLACK MEN
PO BOX 1585
DAVENPORT IA 52809 -1585
Neighborhood Meeting
Date: 1/27 /202 6
Time: 6 :0 0 PM
Location: Palmer Welcome Center Conference Room | 1005 N Brady Street
Plan & Zoning Commission Public Hearing Meeting
Date: 2/3/202 6
Time: 5:00 PM
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Location: Council Chambers | City Hall | 226 West 4 Street
What is this About?
This notice is being sent to inform you that a neighborhood meeting and a public hearing will be
held for a request to amend the Campus Land Use Plan for Palmer College of Chiropractic . The
proposed amendment to the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus Master Plan updates the
Institutional Campus District to reflect recent property acquisitions, revised circulation and right -
of-way plans, and the addition of a new academic and gathering facility. The amendment
removes previously approved street closures a nd a mixed -use development, enhances pedestrian
safety and traffic flow —particularly along Perry Street —and identifies expanded green space and
potential sites for future student housing. Overall, the changes are intended to improve campus
access, safety, and functionality while supporting long -term institutional growth. See the attached
Campus Master Plan for more information.
Request s /Case Description s:
1. Case ORD26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land
Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing
Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Case REZ26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street,
1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing
Avenue from R -MF Multi -Family Residential District and R -4C Single -Family and Two -
Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Case ROW26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive,
between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20 -foot -wide alley
right -of-way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Case ROW26 -02 : Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street,
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights -of-way
located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
What are the Next Steps after the Neighborhood Meeting and Public Hearing?
The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a formal public hearing at their meeting on February 3,
202 6 . The Plan and Zoning Commission will vote (provide a recommendation) to the City Counc il
at their meeting on February 17, 202 6 . The Commission’s recommendation will be forwarded to
the City Council, which will then hold its own public hearing. You will receive a notice of the City
Council’s public hearing. For the specific dates and times of subsequent meetings, please contact
th e Development & Neighborhood Services Department.
Would You Like to Submit an Official Comment?
As a neighboring property owner, you may have an interest in commenting on the proposed
request via email or in person at the public hearing. Send written comments to
planning@davenportiowa.com (no later than 12:00 PM one day before the public hearing) or to:
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Planning, 1200 E 46 St, Davenport IA 52807.
All documents related to the meeting (agenda included) are at “ Meeting Minutes & Agenda s”:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/meeting_minutes_agendas
Do You Have Any Questions?
If you have any questions or if accommodations are needed for any reason, please contact the
Development & Neighborhood Services Department at planning @davenportiowa.com or 563 -326 -
6198 . Interpretive services are available at no charge. Servicios interpretativos libres estan
disponibles. TTY: (563) 326 -6145
Please note items may be removed or tabled to a future hearing date at the request of the Applicant
or Commission/Board. Those interested in verifying case actions and/or tablings, please contact
Planning at 563 -326 -6198 or planning@davenportiowa.com for updates.
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the Belle
Avenue (East Locust Street to Elm Street) Mill and Overlay project, CIP #35062. [Ward 5]
Recommendation:
Hold the Hearing.
Background:
This project will resurface Belle Avenue from East Locust Street to Elm Street. The fundamental
design approach utilized for this improvement is to remove the top surface through milling and
replace it with a new 2” thick asphalt surface, while patching identified areas of sub-base
failures. This approach extends the life of the pavement anywhere from 8 to 12 years,
depending on traffic load and climate factors.
The proposed improvements include, but are not limited to, the furnishing of all labor,
materials, and equipment necessary for the resurfacing of the existing asphalt roadway; full
depth patching; ADA sidewalk and ramps; resetting of all existing utility surface features to
finish grade; replacement of driveway approaches; replacement of the adjacent alley
approaches; topsoil; signage; and erosion control.
This project is budgeted in CIP #35062 | Neighborhood Street Repair Program.
Attachments:
1. Map
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Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the
Riverfront Quiet Zone (City Right-of-Way) Improvements project, CIP #ARP12. [Wards 3 & 5]
Recommendation:
Hold the Hearing.
Background:
The Riverfront Quiet Zone project will construct approved railroad safety improvements
throughout the riverfront corridor spanning between Mound Street and Marquette Street to
create a quiet zone. Currently, the sounding of train horns is required by federal regulation at
all public at-grade crossings (CFR 49 Part 222). This consists of two long blasts, one short blast,
and one long blast. This rule was created for safety purposes but is disruptive in urban settings
due to the noise pollution it creates for nearby property owners. In recognizing that this impacts
quality of life for individuals and businesses, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
established a process to allow communities to reduce noise pollution caused by the sounding of
train horns at public at-grade crossings, provided they meet specific safety requirements and
measures. This process does not eliminate the use of train horns; it simply eliminates the
requirement to sound the horn in advance of each crossing. If vehicles and/or pedestrians are
near the crossing, the engineer is within their right and ability to sound the horn.
A quiet zone is established by improving the safety of each public at-grade railroad crossing
within a proposed zone. A risk assessment identifies potential ways the safety of any given
crossing may be improved. The FRA maintains a list of mitigation measures that are accepted
across the country. In the end, the method(s) selected are site-specific, depending on factors
such as geometry and available space. For the City of Davenport, these improvements consist
of two main components at nine at-grade public crossings:
• Improvements within City-owned right-of-way, and
• Improvements within CPKC-owned right-of-way.
These proposed plans are for improvements within City-owned right-of-way. These
improvements are scheduled to occur at nine at-grade public crossings (Mound Street, Onedia
Avenue, Carey Avenue, River Heritage Park, Pershing Avenue, Harrison Street, Ripley Street,
Gaines Street, and Marquette Street). The scope of work includes items such as removal of the
existing crossing warning devices, new reflective crossbucks (R15-1), and other appropriate
appurtenances, installation of roadway medians and sidewalk. Work occurring within CPKC-
owned right-of-way was approved by the City Council in the fall of 2025.
This project is budgeted in CIP #ARP12.
Attachments:
1. QuietZoneMap
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the
PROTECT | 2nd and Gaines Flood Mitigation project, CIP#35067. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Hold the Hearing.
Background:
The City of Davenport, in partnership with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), has
initiated a series of projects designed to enhance the reliability of the City’s transportation
network by reducing roadway closures and detours caused by Mississippi River flooding. This
proposed project, located at the referenced intersection and surrounding area, involves
elevating the roadway to remain passable up to Mississippi River stage 22. When combined with
other ongoing and targeted flood-mitigation projects, this improvement is integral to
establishing a permanent flood-detour route. The planned detour will begin on the west side of
the community at the intersection of Interstate 280 and U.S. Business 61 (West River Drive),
continue to Rockingham Road, transition to Marquette Street, and proceed to 4th Street, with
3rd Street serving as an alternate route. Both 3rd and 4th Streets connect to East River Drive,
which is expected to remain accessible to the eastern city limits up to Mississippi River stage 22.
This project will include the reconstruction of the existing roadway utilizing 10-inch Portland
cement concrete pavement over a 6-inch granular subbase, including the installation of
subdrains. The proposed improvements include, but are not limited to, the furnishing of all
labor, materials, and equipment necessary for the reconstruction of the roadway;
reestablishment of driveway and sidewalk connections to adjacent properties to match
proposed roadway elevations; storm sewer improvements; sidewalk and ADA-compliant ramp
improvements; pavement markings; erosion control; and other associated work necessary to
complete the project.
Attachments:
1. Location Map | 2nd and Gaines
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Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the
Taxiway C and Terminal Apron Entrance Taxiways Reconstruction project at the Davenport
Municipal Airport, CIP# 20016. [Ward 8]
Recommendation:
Hold the Hearing.
Background:
This project includes the removal and reconstruction of Taxiway C and its associated Terminal
Apron entrance taxiways, upgrades to the stormwater drainage system, and replacement of the
lighting systems. Originally constructed in the late 1940s, this infrastructure has reached the
end of its useful life. The work will include all necessary labor, materials, and equipment for
pavement reconstruction, pavement markings, manholes, drainage improvements, electrical
upgrades, and related improvements.
Construction funding is included in the proposed FY 2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP),
including the required local match to a federal grant. Unlike most grant processes, the Federal
Aviation Administration (FAA) requires Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant applications to
be based on defined bid costs rather than estimates. As a result, the City must solicit bids prior
to applying for this opportunity. FAA guidelines require grant applications to be submitted by
May 1, 2026.
Following receipt of bids, a separate agenda item will be presented to the City Council for
consideration of contract award. The contract will include a provision making it contingent upon
a successful grant award and FAA approval of the bidding process.
The project is budgeted in CIP #20016.
Attachments:
1. Location Map
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Department: Development & Neighborhood Services Action / Date
Contact Info: Laura Berkley | 563-888-3553 3/4/2026
Subject:
Third Consideration: Ordinance for Case ORD25-03 being the request of Leverage Holdings LLC
to amend Chapter 17.08 entitled "Uses" of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, to allow
wholesale establishment as a permitted use in the C-3 zoning district and add principal use
standards for wholesale establishment. [All Wards]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Ordinance.
Background:
At its November 4, 2025, meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended
Case ORD25-03 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the findings
and listed conditions. The conditions for the creation of principal use standards for wholesale
establishment have been incorporated into the Ordinance.
Findings
1. The proposed amendment is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and adopted land
use policies.
2. The proposed amendment promotes the public health, safety, and welfare of the City.
3. The proposed amendment is consistent with the intent and general regulations of the
Zoning Ordinance.
4. The amendment reflects a change in policy and development trends.
5. The amendment may create minor nonconformities.
Conditions
Create the following principal use standards for Wholesale in Section 17.08.030:
1. The principal use and any associated accessory uses shall not emit any dust, odors,
gases, or pollution and shall not emit excessive noise or vibrations.
2. The storage of aggregate materials shall be prohibited.
3. The following additional standards apply to all outdoor storage:
a. The storage area must be completely enclosed by a solid fence or wall a minimum
of six feet in height including ingress and egress.
b. Fences or walls shall meet principal use setback requirements.
c. Outdoor storage of any kind is prohibited outside the fence or wall.
Case Overview
City staff received an application for a zoning text amendment from a property owner
requesting an amendment to allow “Wholesale” as a permitted use in the C-3 General
Commercial Zoning District. The proposed zoning text amendment will impact all properties
throughout Davenport zoned C-3 General Commercial Zoning District. The Petitioner has
provided initial statements by approval standard as a supplement to the request, which can be
seen in the application document. The summary provided by the applicant is below:
As indicated, the Petitioner perceives there are various reasons that a text amendment is
needed to add wholesale use in the C-3 Districts, but the most blatant/obvious include, but are
not limited to:
1. Current commercial market conditions have changed as less big-box buildings are being
built and those that have been built now need to be retrofitted for alternative uses.
2. Wholesaling, for the most part, will lessen the intensity in these Districts, and while
truck/semi-truck traffic could slightly increase, the streets and properties in the C-3
District can easily accommodate such concerns. In essence, while wholesaling is
distinguishable from retail, in this stance, it's a distinction without a real difference.
3. Wholesaling is consistent with Davenport's current comprehensive plan and was
previously allowed in certain C-Districts under Davenport's prior zoning code, such that
to resurrect its use now leaves little to be done and allows market conditions to proceed
with redevelopment.
Zoning Ordinance Purpose Statement
The C-3 General Commercial Zoning District is intended to accommodate higher-intensity
commercial development within the City of Davenport that serves both local and regional
markets. The C-3 District addresses medium- and large-scale development that may generate
considerable traffic and typically requires significant off-street parking. Higher density
residential uses are also allowed to facilitate a mixed-use orientation where appropriate.
Zoning Ordinance Use Definition
Wholesale Establishment. A business where goods are sold to either retailers, or to
industrial, commercial, institutional, or other professional business users, or to other
wholesalers and related subordinated services.
Use Matrix (Table 17.08-1)
The principal use "Wholesale Establishment" is permitted in the following zoning districts:
1. I-1 Light Industrial District
2. I-2 Heavy Industrial District
The principal use "Wholesale Establishment" is permitted as a special use in the following
zoning districts:
1. I-MU Industrial Mixed Use District
Approval Standards for Text Amendments
1. The consistency of the proposed amendment with the Comprehensive Plan and any
adopted land use policies.
2. The extent to which the proposed amendment promotes the public health, safety, and
welfare of the City.
3. The consistency of the proposed amendment with the intent and general regulations of
this Ordinance.
4. Whether the proposed amendment corrects an error or omission, adds clarification to
existing requirements, or reflects a change in policy or change in development trends or
technology.
5. The extent to which the proposed amendment creates nonconformities.
Upon staff review, the following proposed principal use standards alleviate concerns for future
wholesale in C-3.
Proposed Principal Use Standard
1. The principal use and any associated accessory uses shall not emit any dust, odors,
gases, or pollution and shall not emit excessive noise or vibrations.
2. The storage of aggregate materials shall be prohibited.
3. The following additional standards apply to all outdoor storage:
a. The storage area must be completely enclosed by a solid fence or wall a minimum
of six feet in height including ingress and egress.
b. Fences or walls shall meet principal use setback requirements.
c. Outdoor storage of any kind is prohibited outside the fence or wall.
Public Input
A notice of Public Hearing was published in the Quad-City Times informing the community of
the October 14, 2025, Plan and Zoning Commission Public Hearing. In addition, the notice of a
Public Hearing was published in the Quad-City Times for the November 19, 2025, Public Hearing
at the Committee of the Whole. To date, staff have not received any public comments in favor
or opposition to the request. Staff will apprise Council of any correspondence.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Application Leveraged Holdings
3. Proposed Principal Use Standard - Wholesale Establishment
4. C-3 District Overview Map
5. Industrial Zone Overview Map
6. Use Matrix Table - Wholesale1
ORDINANCE NO. _________________
AN ORDINANCE FOR CASE ORD25-03 BEING THE REQUEST OF LEVERAGED HOLDINGS LLC TO
AMEND CHAPTER 17.08 ENTITLED “USES” OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF DAVENPORT, IOWA, TO
ALLOW WHOLESALE ESTABLISHMENT AS A PERMITTED USE IN THE C-3 ZONING DISTRICT AND
ADD PRINCIPAL USE STANDARDS FOR WHOLESALE ESTABLISHMENT.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA:
Section 1. That Section 17.08.020 of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, be and the same is
hereby amended to add “Wholesale Establishment” as a permitted use in the C-3 zoning district on
Table 17.08-1: Use Matrix.
Section 2. That Section 17.08.030 of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, be and the same is
hereby amended to add a new subsection EE, with all subsequent subsections re-lettered accordingly,
and to update the Use Standard column of Table 17.08-1 in Section 17.08.020 to reflect this change.
EE. Wholesale Establishment
1. The principal use and any associated accessory uses shall not emit any dust, odors, gases, or
pollution and shall not emit excessive noise or vibrations.
2. The storage of aggregate materials shall be prohibited.
3. The following additional standards apply to all outdoor storage:
a. The storage area must be completely enclosed by a solid fence or wall a minimum of six feet
in height including ingress and egress.
b. Fences or walls shall meet principal use setback requirements.
c. Outdoor storage of any kind is prohibited outside the fence or wall.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any of the provisions of this ordinance are for any reason illegal or void,
then the lawful provisions of this ordinance, which are separable from said unlawful provisions shall
be and remain in full force and effect, the same as if the ordinance contained no illegal or void
provisions.
REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are
hereby repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective after its final passage and
publication as by law provided.
First Consideration _____________________________
Second Consideration _________________________
Approved ________________________________
Published in The Quad-City Times on ___________________________
Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
Leveraged Holdings, LLC
RE: Zoning Text Amendment Standards
1. The consistency of the proposed amendment with the Comprehensive Plan and any
adopted land use policies.
Not surprisingly and by adding/permitting wholesale (which is merely selling goods and/or
services to a limited customer base as defined by Davenport’s Code) it lessens the intensity on
properties in a C-3 District (although it may increase traffic and/or semi-truck traffic which the
arterial roads in the C-3 District are very capable of handling along with the properties thereon
which, in most instances, already have load areas) such that:
A. consistency with the Comprehensive Plan and land use policies are maintained; and
B. synergy with existing development will also be maintained
Furthermore, as wholesaling was once a permitted use in certain C-Districts based on
Davenport’s prior zoning code, its reemergence will not impair and/or impact properties in the C-
3 District; rather, based on existing market conditions, it enhances development in the C-3
District.
2. The extent to which the proposed amendment promotes the public health, safety, and
welfare of the City.
While the text amendment is somewhat neutral on this issue, Petitioner submits that by allowing
wholesale use in the C-3 District, it will provide:
A. the expansion/development of big box facilities that are vacant/near vacant;
B. remove/reduce loitering/vagrancy in these affected areas; and
C. provide enrichment to the tax base
3. The consistency of the proposed amendment with the intent and general regulations of
this Ordinance.
Petitioner reemphasizes that wholesaling was once a permitted use in certain C-Districts based
on Davenport’s prior zoning code, such that in essence its truly not inconsistent with the concept
and general notion of what is or should be in a commercial district.
4. Whether the proposed amendment corrects an error or omission, adds clarification to
existing requirements, or reflects a change in policy or change in development trends or
technology.
No, although Petitioner acknowledges that market conditions have changed commercially, such
that there are less big-box stores being built and those that have been built need to be
retrofitted.
5. The extent to which the proposed amendment creates nonconformities.
Actually, by adding wholesaling, the text amendment renders those properties previously
grandfathered under the prior zoning code or currently engaging in wholesaling on an ancillary
basis to now be a conforming use once again (in fact, some existing retailers are already
engaging in wholesale activities with business customers, for example: Sam’s Club, Costco,
Best Buy, etc.)
Proposed Wholesale Establishment Ordinance Amendment
November 4, 2025
The proposed principal use standard will go as 17.08.030.EE to maintain appropriate alphabetical order.
Following P&Z action, section instructions will be written for amendment proposal.
Proposed Table 17.08 – 1 Use Matrix
Principal Use R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 R-MF R-MHP C-T C-1 C-2 C-3 C-C C-OP C-D C-V C-E I-1 I-2 I-MU AG OS IC Use Standard
Wholesale Sec.
P P P S
Establishment 17.08.030.EE
17.08.030 Principal Use Standard
EE. Wholesale Establishment.
1. The principal use and any associated accessory uses shall not emit any dust, odors, gases,
or pollution and shall not emit excessive noise or vibrations.
2. The storage of aggregate materials shall be prohibited.
3. The following additional standards apply to all outdoor storage:
a. The storage area must be completely enclosed by a solid fence or wall a minimum
of six feet in height including ingress and egress.
b. Fences or walls shall meet principal use setback requirements.
c. Outdoor storage of any kind is prohibited outside the fence or wall.
ZONING
17 Attachment 1
City of Davenport
Table 17.08-1
Use Matrix
[Amended 12-11-2024 by Ord. No. 2024-522; 3-13-2024 by Ord. No. 2024-119; 1-11-2023 by Ord. No. 2023-05; 11-23-2021 by Ord. No. 2021-445; 6-9-2021 by Ord. No. 2021-218; 6-10-2020 by Ord. No. 2020-233;
9-11-2019 by Ord. No. 2019-363]
PRINCIPAL USE R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 R-MF R-MHP C-T C-1 C-2 C-3 C-C C-OP C-D C-V C-E I-1 I-2 I-MU AG OS IC USE STANDARD
Adult Use S S Sec. 17.08.030.A
Agriculture P
Amusement Facility - Indoor P P P P P P P P
Amusement Facility - Outdoor S S S P S
Animal Care Facility - Large Animal P
Animal Care Facility - Small Animal S S P P P S S P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.B
Animal Breeder P Sec. 17.08.030.B
Art Gallery P P P P P P P P P
Arts and Fitness Studio P P P P P P P P P
Bar P P P P P P P
Bar - Neighborhood P Sec. 17.08.030.C
Bed-and-Breakfast S S S S S S P Sec. 17.08.030.D
Billboard P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.E
Body Modification Establishment P P P P P P P
Broadcasting Facility TV/Radio P P P P P P P P P P P
Campground S P Sec. 17.08.030.F
Car Wash P P S P Sec. 17.08.030.G
Casino P
Cemetery P
Children’s Home P P P P S P Sec. 17.08.030.H
Community Center P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P
Community Garden P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.I
Conservation Area P P
Country Club P
Cultural Facility P P P P P P P P P P P
Day-Care Center P P P P P P P P P P S P P Sec. 17.08.030.J
Day-Care Home P P P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.J
Drive-Through Facility P P S S P P P Sec. 17.08.030.K
Drug/Alcohol Treatment Facility, S S S S S Sec. 17.08.030.L
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DAVENPORT CODE
PRINCIPAL USE R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 R-MF R-MHP C-T C-1 C-2 C-3 C-C C-OP C-D C-V C-E I-1 I-2 I-MU AG OS IC USE STANDARD
Residential
Drug Treatment Clinic S S S S S Sec. 17.08.030.L
Domestic Violence Shelter P P P P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.H
Dwelling - Accessory Dwelling Unit P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.M
Dwelling - Manufactured Home P S Sec. 17.08.030.N
Dwelling - Multifamily P P P P P S P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.O
Dwelling - Townhouse P P P P P S P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.P
Dwelling - Single-Family P P P P P P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.P
Dwelling - Single-Family Semidetached P P P P P P P S P Sec. 17.08.030.P
Dwelling - Two-Family (New Construction) P P P P P P S P Sec. 17.08.030.P
Dwelling - Two-Family (Conversion) P P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.P
Educational Facility - Primary or Secondary P P P P P P
Educational Facility - University or College P P P P P P
Educational Facility - Vocational S S S P P P P S P P P P P
Equine, Keeping of/Equestrian Facility P P Sec. 17.08.030.Q
Fairground S S P
Financial Institution P P P P P P P P P P
Financial Institution, Alternative S S S P Sec. 17.08.030.R
Food Bank P P P
Food Pantry P S S S
Funeral Home S S S P P P
Gas Station S P P S P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.S
Golf Course/Driving Range P
Government Office/Facility P P P P P P P P P P P P P P
Greenhouse/Nursery - Retail P P P S
Group Home P P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.T
Halfway House S S S S S Sec. 17.08.030.L
Healthcare Institution P
Heavy Rental and Service P P
Heavy Retail S S P P
Homeless Shelter S S S S S Sec. 17.08.030.L
Hotel P P P P P S P P
Industrial - General P
Industrial - Light P P P P
Industrial Design P P P P P P P P P
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ZONING
PRINCIPAL USE R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 R-MF R-MHP C-T C-1 C-2 C-3 C-C C-OP C-D C-V C-E I-1 I-2 I-MU AG OS IC USE STANDARD
Live Performance Venue P P P P P P P
Lodge/Meeting Hall S S S S S P P P P P P P P P P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.U
Manufactured Home Park P
Medical/Dental Office P P P P P P P P P P P
Microbrewery/Distillery/Winery P P P P P P P P
Neighborhood Commercial Establishment S S S S Sec. 17.08.030.V
Office P P P P P P P P P P P P P
Outdoor Dining P P P P P P P P P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.W
Parking Lot (principal use) S S S S S S S S P S S P Chapter 17.10
Parking Structure (principal use) S S P P P S S P P P Chapter 17.10
Personal Service Establishment P P P P P P P P P P P P
Place of Worship P P P P P S S P P P P P P P P P P
Private Recreation Facility P P P P P P P P P P
Public Park P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P
Public Safety Facility P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P
Public Works Facility P P P P P P
Reception Facility S S S S S S S P P S S P P S Sec. 17.08.030.X
Recreational Vehicle (RV) Park S S Sec. 17.08.030.F
Research and Development P P P P P
Residential Care Facility P P P P P P P P P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.Y
Restaurant P P P P P P P P P P P P P
Retail Goods Establishment P P P P P P P P P P P P P
Retail Alcohol Sales P P S S P P
Retail Sales of Fireworks P P Sec. 17.08.030.Z
Salvage Yard S
Self-Storage Facility: Enclosed S S P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.AA
Self-Storage Facility: Outdoor P P S Sec. 17.08.030.AA
Social Service Center P P P P P
Solar Farm P P P S P Sec. 17.08.030.BB
Specialty Food Service P P P P P P P P P
Storage Yard - Outdoor P P Sec. 17.08.030.CC
Truck Stop P P
Vehicle Dealership - Enclosed P S P P S P
Vehicle Dealership - with Outdoor S S S P
Storage/Display
Vehicle Operation Facility P P P
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DAVENPORT CODE
PRINCIPAL USE R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 R-MF R-MHP C-T C-1 C-2 C-3 C-C C-OP C-D C-V C-E I-1 I-2 I-MU AG OS IC USE STANDARD
Vehicle Rental - Enclosed P S P P S P
Vehicle Rental - with Outdoor S S S P
Storage/Display
Vehicle Repair/Service - Major S P P S Sec. 17.08.030.DD
Vehicle Repair/Service - Minor P P P P P S Sec. 17.08.030.DD
Warehouse P P
Wholesale Establishment P P P S
Wind Energy System S S S S S Sec. 17.08.030.EE
Wine Bar S P P P P P P P
Winery S
Wireless Telecommunications S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S Sec. 17.08.030.FF
Wireless Telecommunications - Stealth P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.FF
Design Antenna
Wireless Telecommunications - DAS Co- P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P P Sec. 17.08.030.FF
Location
Wireless Telecommunications - DAS New S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S Sec. 17.08.030.FF
Pole
TEMPORARY USE
Farmers’ Market T T T T T T T T T T T T T T Sec. 17.08.040.A
Real Estate Project Sales Office/Model Unit T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T Sec. 17.08.040.B
Temporary Cell On Wheels (COW) T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T Sec. 17.08.040.C
Temporary Contractor Office and T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T Sec. 17.08.040.D
Contractor Yard
Temporary Outdoor Entertainment T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T Sec. 17.08.040.E
Temporary Outdoor Sales (No Fireworks T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T Sec. 17.08.040.F
Stand)
Temporary Outdoor Sales - Fireworks Stand T T Sec. 17.08.040.G
Only
Temporary Outdoor Storage Container T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T T Sec. 17.08.040.H
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City of Davenport
Department: Development & Neighborhood Services Action / Date
Contact Info: Laura Berkley | 563-888-3553 3/4/2026
Subject:
First Consideration: Ordinance for Case ORD26-01 being the request of Palmer College of
Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street,
Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing Avenue. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Consider the Ordinance.
Background:
Palmer College of Chiropractic is undergoing a comprehensive planning effort for their campus,
generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing Avenue. This
request amends the Campus Land Use Plan adopted in 2021, which focused on improvements
to the northeast corner of campus. This included the construction of VanDuyne Hall for student
housing, the outdoor turf recreational field, and the conversion of 11 Street into a pedestrian
corridor. Since these items have been implemented, the institution is identifying future projects
to be completed over the next ten years.
2026 Campus Master Plan Amendments
The proposed updates include improvements to the main campus entrance off Brady Street,
plans for a new academic facility, enhancements to off-street parking lots, expanded green
space, and potential sites for future student housing. The plan also prioritizes improved traffic
safety, particularly along Perry Street. In addition, the amendment updates the Institutional
Campus District boundaries to reflect recent property acquisitions.
Collectively, the proposed changes are intended to enhance campus access, safety, and overall
functionality while supporting the institution’s long-term growth. Additional details are provided
in the attached Campus Master Plan.
Zoning
Palmer College of Chiropractic is zoned IC Institutional Campus District, which is intended
to encourage a comprehensive approach to development by significant institutions within the
City. The IC District is also intended to:
1. Further the policies of the Comprehensive Plan.
2. Permit appropriate institutional growth within the boundaries of the district while
minimizing the adverse impacts associated with development and geographic expansion.
3. Balance the ability of specific institutions to grow and adapt to changing needs while
protecting the livability and vitality of adjacent areas.
4. Encourage the preparation of a land use plan for higher development intensity
institutional campuses that enables the community to understand the levels of
development being proposed, their likely impacts and appropriate mitigation measures.
The IC District operates with two levels of regulation. The first is a set of base district
regulations that provide for a certain intensity of development by-right. The second allows for
the approval of a land use plan, which must be approved by the City Council, that creates
regulations that allow for flexibility in the development and expansion of the institution above
the standards set by the base district regulations. Once a land use plan is submitted and
approved, the development proceeds in accordance with the plan rather than the base district
regulations.
Why is a land use plan required?
An approved land use plan is effective for a period of ten years, although updates and
amendments may be pursued during that time period. Development projects consistent with the
adopted land use plan will undergo administrative site plan and building permit review.
Palmer College of Chiropractic's previous Campus Master Plan was approved in 2021. Since that
time, the college has engaged in a comprehensive planning process to assess future growth and
development opportunities. As a result of this effort, an updated Campus Master Plan has been
prepared and formally submitted to the City for review and approval.
Plan and Zoning Commission Recommendation
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the City Plan and Zoning Commission voted to forward Case
ORD26-01 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings.
Findings
1. The land use plan is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Future Land Use Plan.
2. The land use plan amendment is appropriate for an 'Educational Facility-University or
College'.
3. The proposed land use plan is generally consistent with the established institutional and
residential character of the area.
4. The land use plan is consistent with the principal uses permitted within the IC
Institutional Campus District.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment promotes the public health, safety, and welfare
of the City.
6. The proposed Campus Land Use Plan does not create any nonconformities.
The staff report from the February 17, 2026 Plan and Zoning Commission meeting is attached.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Plan & Zoning Commission Staff Report
3. Application
4. Maps
5. Public Notice-Committee of the Whole
6. Public Notice-Plan & Zoning Commission
7. Applicant Presentation at Neighborhood Meeting
8. Palmer Community Organization Communication Timeline
9. Public Comment in Opposition-1129 Brady Street
10. Palmer Drive-Truck Turning Movement Exhibit
ORDINANCE NO. _________________
AN ORDINANCE FOR CASE ORD26-01 BEING THE REQUEST OF PALMER COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
TO AMEND THE CAMPUS LAND USE PLAN, GENERALLY BOUNDED BY WEST 12TH STREET, HARRISON
STREET, 6TH STREET, AND PERSHING AVENUE.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA:
Section 1. The following described unit of Scott County, Iowa, real estate is hereby subject to the
adopted land use plan in Case ORD26-01. The property has the following legal description:
Part of the Northwest Quarter of Section 25, Township 78 North, Range 3 East and the
Northeast and Southeast Quarter Section 26, Township 28 North, Range 3 East of the 5th
Principal Meridian, Scott County, Iowa, more particularly described as follows:
Beginning at the intersection of the centerlines of Main Street and Palmer Drive; thence east
along said centerline of Palmer Drive to the centerline of Brady Street; thence North along
said centerline of Brady Street to the north property line of 1129 Brady Street extended
westerly to the centerline of Brady Street; thence East along said north property line and its
extensions westerly and easterly to the centerline of a public alley; thence North along said
centerline of said public alley to the centerline of East 12th Street; thence East along said
centerline of East 12 Street to the centerline of Pershing Avenue; thence South along said
centerline of Pershing Avenue to the south property line of 822 Pershing Avenue extended
easterly to the centerline of Pershing Avenue; thence West along said south property line and
its extensions easterly and westerly to the centerline of a public alley; thence South along said
centerline of a public alley to the south property line of 725 Perry Street extended easterly;
thence west along the south line of 725 Perry Street and its extension westerly to the centerline
of Perry Street; thence South along said centerline of Perry Street to the south property line
of 711 Brady Street extended easterly to the centerline of Perry Street; thence west along said
south property line and its easterly extension to the east property line of 707 Brady Street;
thence south along said east property line and its northernly extension to the north property
line of 705 Brady Street; thence south along said east property line of 705 Brady Street and
its northernly extension to the north property line of 701 Brady Street; thence south along
said east property line and its northernly extension to the centerline of East 7th Street; thence
West along said centerline of East 7th Street to the centerline of Brady Street; thence South
along said centerline of Brady Street to the centerline of a public alley extended easterly to
centerline of Brady Street; thence West along said centerline of a public alley and its westerly
extension to the centerline of Main Street; thence North along said centerline of Main Street
to the south property line of 704 Main Street extended easterly to the centerline of Main Street;
thence west along said south property line and its extensions easterly and westerly to the
centerline of a public alley; thence North along said centerline of a public alley to the south
property line of 705 Harrison Street extended easterly to the centerline of a public alley; thence
West along said south property line and its extensions easterly and westerly to the centerline
of Harrison Street; thence North along said centerline of Harrison Street to the centerline of
West 8th Street extended westerly to centerline of Harrison Street; thence East along said
centerline of West 8th Street to the centerline of Main Street; thence North along said
centerline of Main Street to the Point of Beginning at the intersection of the centerlines of Main
Street and Palmer Drive.
Properties excluded from the above-described IC boundary are as follows: 805 Brady Street.
Section 2. That the following findings are hereby imposed upon said ordinance:
Findings
1. The land use plan is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Future Land Use Plan.
2. The land use plan amendment is appropriate for an 'Educational Facility-University or College'.
3. The proposed land use plan is generally consistent with the established institutional and
residential character of the area.
4. The land use plan is consistent with the principal uses permitted within the IC Institutional
Campus District.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment promotes the public health, safety, and welfare of the
City.
6. The proposed Campus Land Use Plan does not create any nonconformities.
Section 3. At its February 17, 2026, meeting, the City Plan and Zoning Commission voted to forward
Case ORD26-01 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any of the provisions of this ordinance are for any reason illegal or void,
then the lawful provisions of this ordinance, which are separable from said unlawful provisions shall
be and remain in full force and effect, the same as if the ordinance contained no illegal or void
provisions.
REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are
hereby repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective after its final passage and
publication as by law provided.
First Consideration ___________________________________
Second Consideration ____________________________
Approved _________________________________
Published in the Quad-City Times on _________________________
Attest:
_____________________________ _____________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
Palmer College of Chiropractic
IC Institutional Campus District
Major Amendment Description
December 26th, 2025
Reason for Major Modification to IC
As part of Palmer College’s mission to continue to provide a world-class education to the
chiropractors of the future, we are constantly evaluating our campus to try to provide the best
facilities possible for our students, staff, and patients. During the most recent round of the
campus reviews, several areas of focus were identified for improvement in the campus footprint.
These updates include improvements to the main campus entrance off Brady Street, plans for a
new academic facility called the Palmer Forum, enhancements to parking, improved traffic flow
and wayfinding, and expanded green space and outdoor study areas. The plan also prioritizes
improved traffic safety along Perry Street and identifies potential sites for future student
housing. Together, these changes will strengthen the campus experience for students, staff,
and visitors alike.
The major amendments included in this submittal are:
1. The addition of properties to the campus footprint.
a. Proposed changes to the campus boundary incorporate properties adjacent to the
current boundary that have been acquired by Palmer College since the last Campus
Master Plan was approved in 2021. Properties that are being incorporated into the IC
footprint include:
i. 1111 Perry Street
ii. 208 E 11th Street
iii. 822 Pershing Ave
iv. 739 Perry Street (The Roslyn)
v. 727 Perry Street
vi. 725 Perry Street
2. The removal of the previously proposed mixed-use development east of Brady Street, North
of Palmer Drive.
a. The latest approved IC included a mixed-use development in the northern vicinity of
the campus. When evaluating the plans for the development of the campus over the
next 10 years, this property was not a priority. Palmer is removing the proposed
development and showing the underlying properties as they currently exist in the
future campus plan.
3. Vacation of Palmer Drive Right of Way and the revisions to the layout and use of the
previous Palmer Drive Right of Way.
a. One of the main focuses to come out of the review of the campus plan was the
desire to develop a well-defined main campus entrance off Brady Street at the
existing Palmer Drive location. The currently approved IC includes the closure of the
east half of Palmer Drive with traffic being directed to the north to the alleyway
between Brady Street and Perry Street. The updated campus plan proposes a
similar layout, with some key changes. The east half of the vacated Palmer Drive
will be changed to a pedestrian corridor, similar to the pedestrian corridor that was
constructed on 11th Street. This pedestrian area will be designed to allow emergency
services access through the area if necessary. The west half of Palmer Drive will be
converted from a one-way road to a campus entrance. This entrance will allow drop-
off near the campus center, have a roundabout to maintain access to the alleyway
north of the road, and will have a new drive from the Palmer campus back onto
Brady Street. This proposed layout has received preliminary approval from the Iowa
DOT, and the drive will also be designed for emergency services access. Palmer
would also like to use bricks that are salvaged from under the existing Palmer Drive
Right of Way in the design of the new drive and walkway pavement sections.
4. Adding the Palmer Forum and associated outdoor plaza area.
a. Another area of emphasis that came out of the latest campus review was the need
for an academic space that could also act as a gathering space for large
presentations or celebrations. Multiple areas of campus were investigated to find the
most appropriate location for this space, and it was ultimately determined that a
central campus location north of the Bechtel center was the best fit. This new
building, the Palmer Forum, is intended to be flexible enough to host large and small
classes, as well as graduation and speaker presentations. Adjacent to the proposed
Palmer Forum, the new campus master plan includes an enhanced greenspace and
outdoor study area. This area will be similar to other outdoor study spaces on
campus such as the Keller Terrace, the Clinic Gardens, and the VanDuyne Hall
courtyard.
5. Removing the previously approved closure of the west half of 9th street between Perry Street
and Pershing Street.
a. After evaluating traffic circulation patterns throughout the campus and discussing
access with city emergency services personnel, it was determined that the benefits
from the closure of this portion of 9th street would be outweighed by the impact on
emergency access to the surrounding community. Because of this, Palmer is
removing this proposed closure from the campus master plan.
6. Improved traffic safety features along Perry Street between 12th street and 9th Street.
a. As part of the new campus master plan, Palmer is anticipating an increase in the
pedestrian circulation in the center of campus. This area generally includes the 11th
street pedestrian corridor, the VanDuyne Student housing courtyard, the proposed
Palmer Drive pedestrian corridor, and the proposed Palmer Forum outdoor plaza.
Though these areas are close in proximity, they are generally bisected by the Perry
Street Right of Way. In order to encourage safe vehicular / pedestrian interactions in
this area and to minimize the risk of any accidents occurring, Palmer is proposing
three traffic calming bump outs along Perry Street between 12th street and 9th street.
These bump outs would help consolidate pedestrian crossings on Perry Street while
also slowing traffic as it passes through the center of the Palmer Campus.
7. Removing the previously approved partial closure of 8th Street between Main Street and
Brady Street.
a. With the addition of the proposed student housing and parking lots south of 8th street,
the college determined that it would be more beneficial to have increased
accessibility between Main Street and Brady Street than to continue the plan to close
the west half of 8th Street. Because of this, the college is removing the proposed
closure of 8th street from their campus master plan.
8. Adding sites for future student housing buildings east of Main Street.
a. Due to the success of the VanDuyne student housing building, Palmer college
determined that there is a sufficient desire for additional student housing within the
campus footprint. To meet this demand, two student housing buildings as well as
associated parking lots are being shown in the empty lot east of Main Street. These
structures were shown in previous versions of the campus master plan but were
removed with the latest approved IC when VanDuyne hall was added. The college
believes that within the next 10 years there will be sufficient demand for on-campus
housing to support the additional proposed units.
9. Removing the partial closure of 7th street between Main Street and Brady Street.
a. With the addition of the proposed student housing and parking lots north of 7th street,
the college determined that it would be more beneficial to have increased
accessibility between Main Street and Brady Street than to continue the plan for the
partial closures at both ends of 7th street. Because of this, the college is removing the
proposed closure of 7th street from the campus master plan.
Palmer College of Chiropractic
IC Institutional Campus District
Application Narrative
December 26th, 2025
Outline of Submittals and Narrative
Section G - Land Use Plan
1.) A completed application, with a narrative of intent and description of
compatibility with the surrounding area.
A completed application is included with the submittal. Please see Palmer IC –
Rezoning Application Packet. A narrative of the intent and description of compatibility
with the surrounding area can be seen in Section 5 of this outline.
2.) Boundary Survey
Due to the irregular shape of the Palmer Campus, the internal property that is not
included in the IC, and the numerous individual properties that make up the Palmer
Campus, a full legal description of the campus was not completed for the IC.
Instead, a general description of the IC boundary can be seen in the document titled
Addendum 4 - IC Boundary, of the submittal. Additionally, the overall IC Boundary
can be seen on each of the drawings included in the submittal. These drawings are
to scale, with the scale of each sheet identified on that sheet.
3.) Set of Drawings supporting the IC Major Amendment Submittal
a. Proposed Name or Title of the project
Palmer College of Chiropractic - Institutional Campus
b. North arrow, vicinity map, plan scale, date of plan preparation.
North arrow, plan scale, and date of plan preparation can be seen on
each sheet of the submittal. The vicinity map of the project can be seen
on the Cover Sheet of the plan set.
c. Tabulated Site Data
i.) Number of Gross Acres
The gross Acres included in the IC can be seen in the Table on
sheet C-4 - Overall Land Use Plan.
ii.) Existing and proposed lot coverage
A summary of the existing and proposed lot coverage can be
seen in the table on sheet C-4 - Overall Land Use Plan. These
overall areas are further broken down by each individual lot on
sheet C-14 - Data Sheet.
iii.) Existing and proposed total square footage and floor area ratio of
buildings
A summary of the total square footage and floor areas of the
buildings can be seen in Addendum 5 - Existing and Proposed
Building Data Summary. The actual footprints of the buildings
indicated in Addendum 5 can be seen on sheets C-4 - Overall
Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and C-6 - Land Use
Plan - South.
iv.) Existing and Proposed number of parking stalls
The existing areas available for parking throughout campus can
be seen on sheet C-7 - Existing Campus Parking Data. All existing
Palmer Campus parking lots, supplemental parking areas, and on
street parking areas are labeled on the drawing. The tables on
the right side of the sheet identify how many stalls are available in
each of the areas.
The proposed areas for parking throughout the camps can be
seen on sheet C-8 - Proposed Campus Parking Data. All
proposed Palmer Campus parking lots, supplemental parking
areas, and on street parking areas are labeled on the drawing.
The tables on the right side of the sheet identify how many stalls
are available in each of the areas.
Addendum 6 - Parking Summary, provides a general explanation
of the existing and proposed parking conditions, identifies which
lots will be removed, which are added, and compares the
proposed parking design to the requirements laid out in the city
zoning ordinance.
v.) Parking ratio determined
A summary of the existing and proposed parking ratios can be
seen in Addendum 6 - Parking Summary.
d. Existing land use and zoning surrounding the proposed development and the
distance from the subject property line to the nearest structure on all abutting
properties within 200 feet of the perimeter of the site.
Existing Land use zoning is shown on the Cover Sheet of the plan set.
Due to the high number of existing structures within 200’ of the IC
boarder, exact dimensions were not provided on these plans. All
structures within 200’ of the IC can be seen on sheets C-4 - Overall
Existing Conditions, C-5 - Existing Conditions North, and C-6 - Existing
Conditions South. These sheets are all to the scale indicated on the
sheet, and dimensions can be measured as needed.
e. The location of the existing and proposed services including water, sanitary,
storm, electric, gas, streets, capacity of those services and the service
requirements for the developments.
Existing utilities were located using a combination of city GIS, information
supplied from the utility providers, and in some areas topographic
surveying techniques. The location and size of the identified utilities can
be seen on sheet C-10 - Site Utilities - North, and C-11 - Site Utilities -
South.
f. Site constraints
i.) Slopes in excess of 10%
Slopes in excess of 10% are identified on sheets C-12- Grading &
Drainage - North and C-13 Grading and Drainage - South.
ii.) Drainage ways that carry water from abutting properties, drainage
ways that drain areas on the site in excess of one acre and any area
designated as a floodplain or floodway.
In general, the Palmer Campus drains from North to South.
Existing Campus Drainage ways are identified on sheets C-12 -
Grading & Drainage - North and C-13 - Grading and Drainage -
South. There are no areas within the campus footprint that are
designated as a floodplain or floodway.
iii.) Soils that are unsuitable or require special treatment to support
urban development as determined by the Soil Conservation
Services Soil Survey.
Site Soils are identified on sheet C-9 - S-IC Area and Soils. A
table summarizing the characteristics of the identified soils Is
located on the right side of the sheet.
g. Existing and proposed grade changes on a two-foot interval topographic map on
a scale basis.
Existing Contours were developed using Scott County LIDAR Data.
These contours are shown at 2’ interval on sheets C-12- Grading &
Drainage - North and C-13 - Grading and Drainage - South. Proposed
grades have not been determined at this time. The intent of the campus
plan for final conditions to imitate existing site slopes and drainage
patterns, with some modifications being made for accessibility and
usability.
h. Existing and proposed building pad locations with proposed building area,
number of stories, overall height, a list of the proposed uses in the structure and
its gross floor area.
Existing building pad locations can be seen on Sheets C-1 - Overall
Existing Conditions, C-2 - Existing Conditions - North, and C-3 - Existing
Conditions - South. Proposed building pad locations can be seen on
sheets C-4 - Overall Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and
C-6 - Land Use Plan - South. A table of the requested information about
the proposed building can be seen in Addendum 5 - Existing and
Proposed Building Data Summary.
i. The location of existing and proposed parking areas including the extent of
paving, proposed circulation, and number of parking spaces.
The existing parking areas can be seen on sheet C-7 - Existing Campus
Parking Data. This sheet shows the circulation of the lots, and the stalls in
each lot are listed in various tables on the right side of the sheet. The
proposed parking areas can be seen on sheet C-8- Proposed Campus
Parking Data. This sheet shows the circulation of the lots, and the stalls in
each lot are listed in various tables on the right side of the sheet. The total
paved area of the parking lots can be seen on sheet C-14 - Data Sheet.
j. Location of existing and proposed loading docks, receiving areas, trash pick-up
areas, and other areas requiring screening.
Existing loading docks, receiving areas, and trash pick-up areas can be
seen on sheets C-2 - Existing Conditions - North, and C-3 - Existing
Conditions - South. Proposed loading docks, receiving areas, and trash
pick-up areas can be seen on sheets C-9 – IC Areas and Soils.
k. The location of existing and proposed landscaping and buffering to be developed
in the project. Massing and density of plant and other screening materials must
be indicated.
Existing Landscape screening areas can be seen on sheets C-1 - Overall
Existing Conditions, C-2 - Existing Conditions - North, and C-3 - Existing
Conditions - South. Proposed landscaping and buffering can be seen on
sheets C-4 - Overall Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and
C-6 - Land Use Plan - South.
l. Location and configuration of all existing and proposed access points within
public streets and a pedestrian / bicycle circulation plan.
All existing access points to campus can be seen on sheets C-1 - Overall
Existing Conditions, C-2 - Existing Conditions - North, and C-3 - Existing
Conditions - South. All proposed access points can be seen on sheets C-
4 - Overall Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and C-6 - Land
Use Plan - South. Proposed road closures can be seen on the sheets
showing the final campus layout. To help enhance the pedestrian and
bicycle circulation through the center of Campus, the proposed plan
includes the conversion of the east half of Palmer Drive to an enhanced
pedestrian corridor. This pedestrian corridor will be designed in a way to
maintain emergency service access through the existing Palmer Drive
R.O.W. In addition to this, Palmer is proposing three traffic calming bump
outs along Perry Street between 9th street and 12th street. These bump
outs will allow for safter Pedestrian circulation between the center of
campus where the Palmer Forum will be located and the east end of
campus where the VanDuyne student housing and turf recreation field is
located.
m. Storm water management plan.
Currently there is very limited public storm sewer in any area of the
Palmer Campus. As part of the construction of the VanDuyne Student
housing building, a 15” diameter storm outlet was extended from the
intersection of Iowa Street and 10th Street to the intersection of 11th Street
and Perry. For the proposed projects on campus, Palmer will treat and
detain site stormwater in areas of improvement to meet the requirements
of the City of Davenport Stormwater Ordinance. After meeting the
requirements, the stormwater will be outlet to the previously installed 15”
diameter sewer which will then drain to the city system. The existing
extension of the storm sewer can be seen on sheet C-10 - Site Utilities -
North.
n. The location of all existing and proposed freestanding signs, including circulation
signs.
All existing and proposed signs on campus can be seen on sheets -4 -
Overall Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and C-6 - Land Use
Plan - South.
4.) Traffic Impact Study
Because of the nature of the Palmer Campus, with a large arterial roadway
bisecting the property, a traffic impact study has not been required for previously
submitted Campus plans. The understanding being that because there is already
such a high-volume roadway through the center of campus, the relatively minor
demand generated by the proposed changes to the Campus Master Plan will not
have a significant impact on the level of service of the existing roadways. There
are times where large events are hosted on campus where one lane of Brady
Street is blocked off to allow drop-off stacking to occur along the east side of the
street. At times when this is necessary, closure of the lane is coordinated with the
City and the DOT to ensure that all the proper permitting is completed prior to the
events. Because the changes to the campus master plan are intended to
enhance parking capacity and consolidate the space used for similar large
events, at this time no traffic impact study has been completed for the Palmer
College IC.
5.) A narrative of intent and compatibility with surrounding areas. A narrative must
be provided that describes the relationship between the institution and the
surrounding area. The narrative at a minimum must include the following:
a. Description of overall architectural and / or urban design theme.
Palmer College of Chiropractic has evolved to meet the needs of its
students and faculty as it has grown over the past 100 years; however,
the architectural theme has remained constant. Buildings and houses of
brick and stone dominate the campus, with more metal and glass
introduced into recent projects. All have an urban “academic” design
style with 2 to 4 floors of space. The campus plan and interaction with
the neighborhood has also evolved aligning the core of academic spaces
with Brady Street and residential buildings/parking at the perimeter. The
proposed Master Plan strengthens the campus edge through expanded
greenspace and landscaping at perimeter streets, buildings, and parking
lots, while enhancing the core academic spaces adjacent to Brady Street.
b. Total number of existing and proposed users and employees of the facility.
Palmer’s current enrollment on at their Davenport Campus is
approximately 1,000 students supported by 250 faculty and staff.
Approximately 270 students currently live on campus. The proposed 10-
year plan allows for an accommodation of up to 1,500 students with 400
living on campus.
c. Description of existing and proposed conditions of development along the outer
boundaries of the district and its relationship with the surrounding area.
Standards must be established to permit a compatible transition from the
institutional use to the surrounding area. Standards include, but are not limited to
building height and form, exterior lighting, landscaping, etc.
The Master Plan goals are to “create sensitive and mutually beneficial
transitions between campus and the adjacent properties.” The proposed
Campus Master Plan created by RDG Planning & Design is proposed to
create connection and comfort establishing a campus presence with the
surrounding area. New buildings are predominantly located in the center of
campus and adding enhanced lighting, fencing, and landscaping will boost
this design concept.
d. Description of existing and proposed methods of communication between the
institution and the community, including a method for resolution of community
concerns.
Palmer College has been actively involved with Hilltop Campus Village since
its inception, as well as in communication with Davenport Community
Schools and adjacent businesses regarding any campus activities and
improvements that impact the surrounding neighborhood. Although there are
no known active residential groups, Palmer proposes to open a line of
communication with the neighbors similar to their relationships with
surrounding businesses. Palmer will schedule annual meetings with the
neighborhood stakeholders and residents to present and discuss campus
planning and schedule, as well as neighbor concerns.
e. Description of any existing and proposed impacts of development and the
surrounding area and how these impacts should be mitigated. This description
shall include property outside the boundaries of the district and their interaction
with the surrounding area. Impacts include, but are not limited to lighting, noise,
parking, etc.
The developments proposed in Palmer’s Master Plan are primarily defining
and softening their campus edge through expanding green space and
landscaping. Proposed buildings will be designed to respect and
complement the existing architectural theme on campus.
f. Description of existing and proposed relationship of institutional transportation
system (auto, bus, bicycle, pedestrian) to the external street network. A
description of specific programs to reduce traffic impacts, and to encourage the
use of public transit, carpooling, bicycling, and walking.
The urban nature of this campus is reinforced by student living. 25% of
Palmer’s students live on campus and another 20% to 30% live in rented
neighborhood and downtown houses and apartments. With the addition of
the VanDuyne Student Housing Addition a large percent of the student
population walk to campus. Other students and faculty are encouraged to use
public transportation and/or car-pooling for other daily trips to campus. The
proximity of Brady Street provides more opportunity for bus access in relation
to campus buildings.
Addendum 4 - IC Boundary:
The Institutional Campus has the following legal description: Part of the Northwest Quarter of Section
25, Township 78 North, Range 3 East and the Northeast and Southeast Quarter Section 26, Township 28
North, Range 3 East of the 5th Principal Meridian, Scott County, Iowa, more particularly described as
follows:
Beginning at the intersection of the centerlines of Main Street and Palmer Drive; thence east along said
centerline of Palmer Drive to the centerline of Brady Street; thence North along said centerline of Brady
Street to the north property line of 1129 Brady Street extended westerly to the centerline of Brady
Street; thence East along said north property line and its extensions westerly and easterly to the
centerline of a public alley; thence North along said centerline of said public alley to the centerline of
East 12th Street; thence East along said centerline of East 12 Street to the centerline of Pershing
Avenue; thence South along said centerline of Pershing Avenue to the south property line of 822
Pershing Avenue extended easterly to the centerline of Pershing Avenue; thence West along said south
property line and its extensions easterly and westerly to the centerline of a public alley; thence South
along said centerline of a public alley to the south property line of 725 Perry Street extended easterly;
thence west along the south line of 725 Perry Street and its extension westerly to the centerline of Perry
Street; thence South along said centerline of Perry Street to the south property line of 711 Brady Street
extended easterly to the centerline of Perry Street; thence west along said south property line and its
easterly extension to the east property line of 707 Brady Street; thence south along said east property
line and its northernly extension to the north property line of 705 Brady Street; thence south along said
east property line of 705 Brady Street and its northernly extension to the north property line of 701
Brady Street; thence south along said east property line and its northernly extension to the centerline of
East 7th Street; thence West along said centerline of East 7th Street to the centerline of Brady Street;
thence South along said centerline of Brady Street to the centerline of a public alley extended easterly
to centerline of Brady Street; thence West along said centerline of a public alley and its westerly
extension to the centerline of Main Street; thence North along said centerline of Main Street to the
south property line of 704 Main Street extended easterly to the centerline of Main Street; thence west
along said south property line and its extensions easterly and westerly to the centerline of a public alley;
thence North along said centerline of a public alley to the south property line of 705 Harrison Street
extended easterly to the centerline of a public alley; thence West along said south property line and its
extensions easterly and westerly to the centerline of Harrison Street; thence North along said centerline
of Harrison Street to the centerline of West 8th Street extended westerly to centerline of Harrison
Street; thence East along said centerline of West 8th Street to the centerline of Main Street; thence
North along said centerline of Main Street to the Point of Beginning at the intersection of the centerlines
of Main Street and Palmer Drive.
Properties excluded from the above-described IC boundary are as follows: 805 Brady Street.
Addendum 5 - Existing and Proposed Building Data Summary:
A map showing the location of the existing and proposed buildings within the campus boundary can be
seen on sheets C-1 through C-6. The summary of building areas, number of stories, and gross floor
areas can be seen below:
Footprint Student Housing
Name (sf) Stories Gross Area (sf) Height (ft) (units)
Existing: Existing Proposed
Academic Health Center 19,847 3 59,541 48 0 0
Administration Building 8,502 4 36,987 65 0 0
Argyle Apartments 5,996 4 23,984 48 31 31
Brady Manor 2,652 3 8,329 36 3 3
Campus Center 15,770 5 58,136 65 0 0
Chemistry Building 11,540 2 19,035 34 0 0
Classroom Building 23,608 2 55,114 38 0 0
Fitness Center 28,375 2 43,758 40 0 0
Library 16,620 3 51,343 40 0 0
Memorial Building 6,416 3 20,918 38 0 0
North Hall 4,800 2 6,600 26 0 0
Palmer Alumni Office 5,830 1 5,830 15 0 0
Palmer Mansion 6,130 3 12,718 48 0 0
Perry Hill Residences (520 Perry St) 11,322 3 27,736 44 35 35
Perry Hill Residences (521 Perry St) 11,536 3 28,310 40 35 35
The Roslyn (739 Perry St) 3,228 3 9,696 38 13 13
Research Center 6,043 4 26,910 40 0 0
Paul & Donna VanDuyne Hall 25,003 4 96,529 40 119 119
Vickie Anne Palmer Hall 22,132 4 123,046 86 0 0
Villas at Palmer 12,419 3 27,736 44 63 63
West Hall 22,560 3 81,240 40 0 0
8 Gables Student Housing 3,986 2 7,972 26 9 9
th 6 6
208 E 11 Street 2,589 2 7,972 26
711 Brady Street 4,608 2 6,912 30 12 12
723 Brady Street 3,108 3 9,324 48 10 10
725 Perry Street 1,734 2 2,620 24 1 1
727 Perry Street 1,864 2 2,796 24 4 4
728 Perry Street 1,098 1 1,098 16 2 2
1019 Perry Street 3,760 2 4,874 30 8 8
1111 Perry Street 2,840 2 5,608 26 11 11
Proposed:
New Student Housing 10,725 4 41,500 46 0 40
New Student Housing 10,725 4 41,500 46 0 40
Palmer Forum 29,050 3 36,500 48 0 0
Addendum 6 - Parking Summary:
Existing Parking Conditions:
The existing number of parking spaces on Campus was determined using a combination of site visits and
reviewing aerial photos of the areas in the campus boundary. Per the City of Davenport Zoning Ordinance
17.10.050(B) – 3 – b, the on-street parking capacity was calculated using measurements of aerial photos
and dividing the available curb space by 22 feet per stall. Areas that had posted “no parking” signs were
excluded from this calculation to ensure that the existing parking stall count was as accurate as possible.
In addition to the calculated number of stalls, Palmer Security Staff completed a survey of the campus
parking areas on September 8th, 2025, to collect information about the use demand at the parking areas.
These surveys were completed roughly around 10 am and 2 pm to try to capture the peak demand at the
parking lots. The tables on the right side of sheet C-7 Existing Campus Parking Data show the total
number of stalls in each lot, the number of stalls being utilized during the AM count, and the number of
stalls utilized during the PM count. Because Palmer has year-round classes, and students are on campus
consistently, these counts can be considered representative of the regular demand in these lots.
In total, it was calculated that between the on-street and off- street parking there are 1,436 stalls
available for use within the Palmer Campus Boundary. During the AM counts, Palmer security observed
591 stalls being utilized in the off-street parking areas, and 241 on-street parking stalls in use. This
combined to a total demand of 832 parking stalls. During the PM rounds, Palmer security counted 578
off-street parking stalls in use, and 232 on-street parking stalls being used. Combining these counts,
total demand in the afternoon was 810 stalls. Utilizing the total demand for the AM & PM parking
observations, on average there are approximately 615 extra parking spaces available within the campus
footprint during peak demand hours. Consistent with observed use from previous IC parking studies, the
area of greatest demand on campus is in the north-east quadrant.
Proposed Parking Conditions:
Based on the observed demand from the campus parking counts, the future parking lots included in the
IC are strategically located in the north-east quadrant of campus. Overall, the updated campus plan
removes parking lots A and B for the proposed event center, reconstructs parking lots C, H, and F to
increase capacity, and combines parking lots G, K, and R into one large parking area. A summary of the
overall change of the parking count in the north-east quadrant of the campus can be seen in the following
table:
Removed Parking Areas
Lot Stalls
A 36
B 87
C 43
E 8
F 60 Added Parking Areas
G 78 Lot Stalls
H 25 C 70
K 61 F 155
R 64 H 42
P36 9 R 346
Total Removed = 471 Total Added = 613
The proposed campus plan adds 142 stalls in the north-east area of campus. These parking lots will
predominately serve the areas that are currently being served by the removed parking lots. Besides the
new lots in the north-east, an additional 70 stalls are proposed in the new parking lot E for the future
student housing buildings. In total, all the projects included in the latest IC will bring the total available
parking on campus to 1,630 stalls. As with the previous IC, Palmer proposes to continue to monitor
changes in demand after the completion of the additional parking lot constriction. If needed, Palmer can
implement a demand management plan to reallocate commuter traffic to underutilized lots on campus.
City Parking Requirements:
To determine how many parking stalls are required per section 17.10.040 of the city zoning ordinance,
areas of the buildings on campus were broken out based on uses defined in table 17.10-2: Off-Street
Vehicle Parking Requirements. A summary of the areas is shown in the following table.
Use Square Footage Parking Requirement Required Spaces
Dwelling - Multi-Family: Units - 204 1.5 per dwelling unit 306
Education Facility – University: 2 per classroom + 2 per office
Classrooms – 60 / Offices – 209 + 1 per 4 students of maximum 788
Maximum Enrollment – 1000 Students enrollment
Reception: 43,230 square feet GFA 1 per 300 square feet GFA 114
Indoor Recreation: 43,760 square feet GFA 1 per 500 square feet GFA 88
Outdoor Recreation: 64,000 square feet GFA 1 per 1000 square feet GFA 64
Office: 43,230 square feet GFA 1 per 500 square feet GFA 86
Total Parking Required 1,446
The buildings included in this summary are mainly focused on those that use the parking spots available
in the north-east area of campus, and not all the buildings within the campus footprint were considered.
With the addition of the proposed event center, required parking counts for the considered area will
increase by the amounts shown in the following table.
Use Square Footage Parking Requirement Required Spaces
Auditorium: Capacity - 1300 1 per 5 persons 260
Gathering / Event Space: 18,460 square feet GFA 1 per 300 square feet GFA 62
Offices: 1,320 square feet GFA 1 per 500 square feet GFA 3
Total Parking Required 325
The construction of the event center includes the removal of the existing North Hall, which leads to a
total required parking count of 1,763 stalls.
Under section 17.10.050(D) of the city zoning ordinance, required parking counts can be reduced on sites
using the shared parking calculations in table 17.10-3. The calculated shared parking requirement for the
noted campus areas can be seen in the following table.
Weekday Weekend
Land Use Category Mid. – 7:00 am – 6:00 pm – Mid. – 7:00 am – 6:00 pm –
7:00am 6:00 pm Mid. 7:00 am 6:00 pm Mid.
Residential 306 306 306 306 306 230
Restaurant - - - - - -
Hotel / Motel - - - - - -
Indoor / Outdoor Recreation 0 93 132 7 93 132
Office / Industrial 5 86 5 0 35 9
Institutional – Education Facility 0 788 394 0 0 0
Institutional – Place of Worship - - - - - -
Totals 311 1,273 837 313 434 371
Based on this calculation, the total required count for the buildings in the area under consideration is
reduced from 1,446 stalls to 1,273 stalls. Though this number is closer to the apparent observed
demand, it is still higher than what we believe will be necessary to service the campus. This is mainly
due to the fact that the event center’s highest demand for parking will occur during large events on
campus such as graduation ceremonies. When these events are being held, other activities on campus
that drive demand, such as classes and clinics, will not be happening. Removing the required stall
counts for the offices and educational facilities that will not be in use during large events further reduces
the total count by 531 stalls. In conjunction with the total number from the shared parking calculation, the
reduced required parking amount to service the buildings in the north-east area of campus is 742 stalls.
This number is much closer to what we believe is the actual demand for the proposed campus facilities
and is able to be serviced between the existing and proposed projects.
Parking Ratios:
The parking ratios were calculated by dividing the total number of parking spaces on campus by the total
square footage of the buildings and structures on campus and multiplying the result by 1000. This final
calculated number gives an indication of how many parking stalls are available per 1000 square feet of
building within the campus footprint.
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Existing Parking Ratio - 𝑃𝑅𝐸 = × 1000 = 4.50 stalls/1000 ft2
319,295 𝑓𝑡 2
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Proposed Parking Ratio - 𝑃𝑅𝑃 = × 1000 = 4.54 stalls/1000 ft2
359,370 𝑓𝑡 2
As these numbers show, when comparing existing campus conditions to proposed campus conditions,
there is essentially no change in the overall number of stalls available per 1000 square feet of building
space. This consistent parking ratio aligns with the design team’s expectation that the proposed
improvements will not reduce the overall parking conditions on Campus.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE | COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
To: All property owners within 500 feet of the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus
100 BLACK MEN
PO BOX 1585
DAVENPORT IA 52809 -1585
Plan & Zoning Commission Public Hearing Meeting
th
Date: 3/4 /202 6 Time: 5: 30 PM Location: Council Chambers | City Hall | 226 W 4 St .
What is this About?
This notice is to inform you of an upcoming public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to
the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus Master Plan. The amendment would update the
Institutional Campus District to reflect recent property acquisitions and pro posed campus
improvements, including a new main entrance from Brady Street, construction of an academic
building, expanded parking, enhanced greenspace, traffic safety improvements on Perry Street,
and identification of future student housing sites along M ain Street. These changes are intended
to improve campus access, safety, and overall functionality while supporting long -term
institutional growth. See the attached Campus Master Plan for more information.
Request s /Case Description s:
1. Case ORD26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land
Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing
Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Case REZ26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street,
1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing
Avenue from R -MF Multi -Family Residential District and R -4C Single -Family and Two -
Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Case ROW26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive,
between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20 -foot -wide alley
right -of -way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Case ROW26 -02 : Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street,
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights -of -way
located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
Plan and Zoning Commission Recommendation:
At its February 17, 202 6 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ORD26 -01 be
forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings :
1. The land use plan is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Future Land Use Plan.
2. The land use plan amendment is appropriate for an 'Educational Facility -University or College'.
3. The proposed land use plan is generally consistent with the established institutional and
residential character of the area.
4. The land use plan is consistent with the principal uses permitted within the IC Institutional
Campus District.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment promotes the public health, safety, and welfare of the
City.
6. The proposed Campus Land Use Plan does not create any nonconformities.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case REZ 26 -01
be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings:
1. The zoning map amendment is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Land Use Plan,
which identifies the properties as 'Residential General'.
2. The proposed zoning map amendment to IC Institutional Campus District is appropriate
for an ancillary use of an 'Educational Facility -University or College'.
3. The zoning map amendment and submitted land use plan are compatible with the
established institutional and residential character of the area.
4. The proposed IC Institutional Campus District appropriately reflects the properties’ land
use context and functional relationship to the adjacent campus.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment will not impact the public health, safety, and
welfare of the City.
6. The proposed zoning map amendment does not create any nonconformities.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ROW26 -
01 be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. Palmer Drive does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and does
not meet the required cross -sectional and construction specifications.
2. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular circulation
from Brady Street to the alley from Palmer Drive, thereby maintaining site connectivity
despite the reduction in public right -of -way.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve emergency vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street.
Conditions:
1. Upon vacation of the subject right -of -way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and the north -south alley. The easements shall provide
adequate width and maintain unobstructed access to serve the properties located alon g
Brady Street.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street. The easements shall be of sufficient
width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating emergency
response vehicles.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ROW26 -
02 be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. East 10th Street does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and
does not meet the required cross -sectional and construction specifications.
2. The existing alley rights -of -way, south of 10th Street, are remnants of a prior residential
subdivision and no longer serve their original functional purpose.
3. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve vehicular connectivity
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue.
5. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular access to 1019
Perry Street, thereby maintaining site connectivity despite the reduction in public right -of -
way.
Conditions:
1. Upon vacation of the subject right -of -way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue. The easements shall be of
sufficient width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating
emergency response vehicles.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity to 1019 Perry Street. The easements shall provide adequate width and
maintain unobstructed access.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
What are the Next Steps after the Public Hearing?
The public hearing on the above matter is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on March 4 , 202 6 in the Council
Chambers of the Davenport City Hall, 226 West 4th Street, Davenport, Iowa.
Would You Like to Submit an Official Comment?
You may submit written comments on the above item or attend the public hearing to express
your views, or both. Written comments may be sent via email to mayor.info@davenportiowa.com
or mailed to the Development and Neighborhood Services Department, at the below address, no
later than 12:00 noon on the day of the public hearing.
All written comments and protests already received will be forwarded to the Committee of the
Whole. The Committee of the Whole meeting can be viewed live at
www.davenportiowa.com/watchlive .
All documents related to the meeting (agenda included) are at “Meeting Minutes & Agendas”:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/meeting_minutes_agendas
Interpretive services are available at no charge. Servicios interpretativos libres estan disponibles.
TTY: (563) 326 -6145
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE | PLAN AND ZONING COMMISSION
To: All property owners within 5 00 feet of the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus
100 BLACK MEN
PO BOX 1585
DAVENPORT IA 52809 -1585
Neighborhood Meeting
Date: 1/27 /202 6
Time: 6 :0 0 PM
Location: Palmer Welcome Center Conference Room | 1005 N Brady Street
Plan & Zoning Commission Public Hearing Meeting
Date: 2/3/202 6
Time: 5:00 PM
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Location: Council Chambers | City Hall | 226 West 4 Street
What is this About?
This notice is being sent to inform you that a neighborhood meeting and a public hearing will be
held for a request to amend the Campus Land Use Plan for Palmer College of Chiropractic . The
proposed amendment to the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus Master Plan updates the
Institutional Campus District to reflect recent property acquisitions, revised circulation and right -
of-way plans, and the addition of a new academic and gathering facility. The amendment
removes previously approved street closures a nd a mixed -use development, enhances pedestrian
safety and traffic flow —particularly along Perry Street —and identifies expanded green space and
potential sites for future student housing. Overall, the changes are intended to improve campus
access, safety, and functionality while supporting long -term institutional growth. See the attached
Campus Master Plan for more information.
Request s /Case Description s:
1. Case ORD26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land
Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing
Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Case REZ26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street,
1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing
Avenue from R -MF Multi -Family Residential District and R -4C Single -Family and Two -
Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Case ROW26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive,
between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20 -foot -wide alley
right -of-way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Case ROW26 -02 : Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street,
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights -of-way
located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
What are the Next Steps after the Neighborhood Meeting and Public Hearing?
The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a formal public hearing at their meeting on February 3,
202 6 . The Plan and Zoning Commission will vote (provide a recommendation) to the City Counc il
at their meeting on February 17, 202 6 . The Commission’s recommendation will be forwarded to
the City Council, which will then hold its own public hearing. You will receive a notice of the City
Council’s public hearing. For the specific dates and times of subsequent meetings, please contact
th e Development & Neighborhood Services Department.
Would You Like to Submit an Official Comment?
As a neighboring property owner, you may have an interest in commenting on the proposed
request via email or in person at the public hearing. Send written comments to
planning@davenportiowa.com (no later than 12:00 PM one day before the public hearing) or to:
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Planning, 1200 E 46 St, Davenport IA 52807.
All documents related to the meeting (agenda included) are at “ Meeting Minutes & Agenda s”:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/meeting_minutes_agendas
Do You Have Any Questions?
If you have any questions or if accommodations are needed for any reason, please contact the
Development & Neighborhood Services Department at planning @davenportiowa.com or 563 -326 -
6198 . Interpretive services are available at no charge. Servicios interpretativos libres estan
disponibles. TTY: (563) 326 -6145
Please note items may be removed or tabled to a future hearing date at the request of the Applicant
or Commission/Board. Those interested in verifying case actions and/or tablings, please contact
Planning at 563 -326 -6198 or planning@davenportiowa.com for updates.
Welcome Neighborhood Partners
Neighborhood Information Meeting on
Palmer’s Campus Master Plan and
Institutional Campus (IC) Amendment
January 27, 2026
Members of the Planning Team
• Palmer College
Dennis Marchiori, Chancellor and CEO
Jennifer Randazzo, Vice Chancellor for Finance
Jillian McCleary, Sen. Dir. Marketing and Communications
• IMEG
Alex Krist, Civil Project Engineer
• Studio 483
Greg Gowey, President
• RDG
Jonathan Martin, Senior Partner
About Palmer College
• Chartered in 1897
• Non-profit organization
• Iowa and Florida Campuses
• 2,100 students, 350 employees, and 28,000 active alums
• Students represent most states, about 10% international
• Nearly 70,000 annual patient visits seen in outpatient clinic
• Continuous NIH research funding since 1997
• Over $200M estimated economic impact to QCA
• Extensive remodeling of campuses over the past 10 years
PALMER COLLEGE CAMPUS MASTER PLAN
N MAIN ST
FUTURE FUTURE
HOUSING HOUSING
WEST HALL
VICKIE ANNE BITNER
CLINIC BUILDING
PALMER HALL CENTER
CHEM
BUILDING
PALMER
HOUSE
N BRADY ST
CAMPUS
CENTER ACADEMIC
HEALTH
NEW
CENTER
ACADEMIC
BUILDING
N PERRY ST
VANDUYNE HALL
PERSHING AVE
9TH ST 10TH ST 11TH ST 12TH ST
Importance of Campus Master Planning
• Attracting and retaining top
students increasingly
depends on high-quality
campus facilities
• Student learning and well-
being is shaped by place
• Long-term planning
coordinates improvements
for all stakeholders
Importance of Campus Master Planning
• Improved parking and
navigation enhance
student experience and
neighborhood
environment
• Palmer’s continued
investment strengthens
the QCA economy and
neighborhood stability
PALMER COLLEGE CAMPUS MASTER PLAN
N MAIN ST
FUTURE FUTURE
HOUSING HOUSING
WEST HALL
VICKIE ANNE BITNER
CLINIC BUILDING
PALMER HALL CENTER
CHEM
BUILDING
PALMER
HOUSE
N BRADY ST
CAMPUS
CENTER ACADEMIC
HEALTH
NEW
CENTER
ACADEMIC
BUILDING
N PERRY ST
VANDUYNE HALL
PERSHING AVE
9TH ST 10TH ST 11TH ST 12TH ST
Institutional Campus (IC) Amendment
• The Institutional Campus (IC) district is a zoning
classification in Davenport zoning ordinance (Chapter 17.03)
• The amendment process requires Palmer to submit a
10-year campus master plan, including:
Host a community meeting
Planning & Zoning Commission review
City Council review and discuss across three cycles
• Once approved, City Staff provide on-going review of
construction activity.
• Matt Werderitch, Development and Neighborhood
Services, joins us to answer any questions
Currently Approved Campus IC
• Current Campus Master Plan was
approved in 2021
• The 2021 Plan was focused on
improvements to the NE corner of
campus
VanDuyne Hall student housing.
Outdoor turf recreational field
Conversion of 11th street to a pedestrian
corridor
Priorities for Campus Master Planning
1. Main campus entrance off Brady Street
2. New academic building (Palmer Forum)
3. Parking, traffic flow, and wayfinding
4. Green space and outdoor study areas
5. Improved traffic safety along Perry Street
6. Sites for future student housing
PALMER COLLEGE CAMPUS MASTER PLAN
Main campus
entrance
Academic
building Greenspace Parking/
and outdoor Future housing
study
Improved traffic safety along Perry Street
Parking/
Future housing
NEW MAIN CAMPUS ENTRY AT BRADY & PALMER DR
NEW MAIN CAMPUS ENTRY AT BRADY & PALMER DR
Brady Street
PALMER COLLEGE CAMPUS MASTER PLAN
Main campus
entrance
Academic
building Greenspace Parking/
and outdoor Future housing
study
Improved traffic safety along Perry Street
Parking/
Future housing
Proposed Amendments to Campus IC
1. Incorporate adjacent properties that Palmer has acquired since
the last IC amendment
2. Remove the Mixed-Use Development Along Brady Street
3. Vacate Palmer Drive and revise the proposed circulation layout
4. Add Palmer Forum and associated greenspace
5. Remove partial closure of 9th Street between Perry and
Pershing
6. Improved traffic safety along Perry Street
7. Add sites for future student housing
8. Remove partial closure of 7th Street between Main & Brady
1. Incorporate adjacent properties that Palmer has
PALMER COLLEGE CAMPUS MASTER PLAN acquired since the last IC amendment
2. Remove the Mixed-Use Development Along
Brady Street
3. Vacate Palmer Drive and revise the proposed
circulation layout
4. Add Palmer Forum and associated greenspace
5. Remove partial closure of 9th Street between
Perry and Pershing
N MAIN ST 6. Improved traffic safety along Perry Street
FUTURE FUTURE
7. Add sites for future student housing
HOUSING HOUSING
8. Remove partial closure of 7th Street between
WEST HALL
Main & Brady
VICKIE ANNE BITNER
CLINIC BUILDING
PALMER HALL CENTER
CHEM
BUILDING
PALMER
HOUSE
N BRADY ST
CAMPUS
CENTER ACADEMIC
HEALTH
NEW
CENTER
ACADEMIC
BUILDING
N PERRY ST
VANDUYNE HALL
PERSHING AVE
9TH ST 10TH ST 11TH ST 12TH ST
Any Questions?
Palmer Community Organization Communication Timeline
In alignment with the Institutional Campus – Major Amendment Requirements laid
out in the City of Davenport zoning ordinance, Palmer College sent a letter to the identified
community organizations near their campus 60 days prior to their intent to submit the
Formal IC amendment application. The community organizations that were contacted,
and the contacts that were used include:
Vera French -
Tapestry Farms -
TMBC at the Lincoln Center -
7th Judicial District -
Halligan Coffee Lofts -
Livery Lots & Hibernian Hall -
St. Anthony Catholic Church -
Hilltop Campus Village -
The first letter to community organizations was sent on August 22nd, 2025 by email.
As the campus design was further developed, it was determined that additional time was
needed to analyze options for the campus, so an additional letter was sent to the
community organizations on October 22nd, 2025. This letter outlined that the IC
amendment would be submitted to the city of Davenport on December 11th, 2025, which is
when the documents were sent to city staff.
Prior to the submittal of the IC documents, Palmer hosted an open house for the
community organizations on campus on December 9th, 2025 to present the updated
campus plan and field any questions. Of the invited organizations, Biran Kramer with the
Hilltop Campus Village and City of Davenport staff were the only attendees. At that time,
support of the plan was indicated, but no questions were posed of the college.
All letters that were sent to community organizations are attached to this outline. The
same presentation that was given at the initial open house will be used at the community
meeting being hosted on Campus.
August 22, 2025
To Our Neighbors,
We hope this letter finds you well. We are writing to inform you that Palmer College of Chiropractic will be
participating in the city of Davenport’s Institutional Campus (IC) amendment process. This process is part
of the city’s planning and zoning procedures for institutions operating in campus-style settings, such as
schools, religious institutions or community-service organizations.
Our participation in this process reflects our commitment to responsible planning and long-term service to
our students and the Davenport community. As part of this effort, we will propose updates and
improvements to our campus that align with our mission and the City's goals for institutional development.
A draft of the updated campus plan can be seen below. These changes are only initial and may be modified
before the amendment is submitted to the city. This letter is an early step in the larger IC-amendment
process, and no immediate changes are being implemented at this time. The College plans to submit its
formal application to the City on Oct. 23, 2025.
The city’s review process includes multiple opportunities for public input, and we welcome your thoughts or
questions should you wish to be involved. Prior to the Oct. 23 submittal date, Palmer will host an open
house on campus to review the changes to the campus plan and address any initial questions. We will
send another letter specifying the date of the open house once space on the campus has been reserved for
the event. If you would like additional information or have questions about our plans before the open house,
please feel free to contact us at 563-884-5294 or james.oconnor@palmer.edu. All communication will be
recorded and relayed to the city as part of the IC process.
Thank you for your attention and for being part of our neighborhood. We value your support and look
forward to continuing to serve the community together.
Warm regards,
James O’Connor
Vice Chancellor for Marketing
& Communication
Palmer College of Chiropractic
October 22, 2025
To Our Neighbors,
We hope this message finds you well.
We’re writing to provide an update regarding Palmer College of Chiropractic’s participation in the City of
Davenport’s Institutional Campus (IC) amendment process. As noted in our Aug. 22 letter, this process is
part of the City’s planning and zoning review for institutions such as schools, religious organizations, and
community service entities that operate within a campus setting.
Since our initial communication, the College has continued refining its proposed updates to the campus
plan to ensure alignment with both our long-term goals and the City’s planning objectives. As we
progressed through these updates, it was determined that additional time was needed to ensure that the
submitted plan delivered the best campus layout to all interested parties. To allow additional time for this
review and coordination, the College will be delaying the submittal of its IC amendment application to
the City of Davenport until Dec. 11, 2025.
We appreciate your understanding and continued interest in this process. The College remains committed
to transparency and community engagement as we move forward. An open house will still be held on
campus prior to the new submittal date, providing an opportunity for our neighbors to review the proposed
plan and share feedback. We will send a follow-up notice once the date and location for that open house
have been confirmed.
If you have any questions or would like additional information in the meantime, please contact us at 563-
884-5294 or james.oconnor@palmer.edu. As before, all communications will be recorded and shared with
the City as part of the IC amendment process.
Thank you again for your ongoing partnership and support as we continue to plan responsibly for the future
of our campus and community.
Sincerely,
James O’Connor
Vice Chancellor for Marketing & Communication
Palmer College of Chiropractic
December 3, 2025
To Our Neighborhood Partners,
I’m writing to follow up on our previous message of October 22, 2025, about Palmer College’s
involvement in Davenport’s Institutional Campus (IC) amendment process. We are reaching out
to provide an update and invite you to continue our dialogue. The College has been carefully
refining proposed changes to our campus plan to ensure they support both our long-term vision
and the City’s goals. As mentioned earlier, our IC amendment application is scheduled to be
submitted to the city on December 11, 2025.
In keeping with our commitment to transparency and collaboration, we would like to invite
representatives from neighborhood organizations to an on-campus meeting to review the
revised plan, ask questions, and share feedback. This meeting will serve as the open house
referenced in our earlier letter.
Neighborhood Meeting
Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Time: 4 p.m.
Location: Palmer College of Chiropractic, 1000 Brady Street, Davenport, Iowa 52803. The
meeting will be held in the Welcome Center Conference Room of the Bechtel Center
immediately south of the Visitor’s Parking Lot.
Palmer leadership and project consultants will present the changes and answer any questions.
All communication will be documented and shared with the city as required.
Your input helps us create a campus plan that benefits both Palmer College and the community.
For questions or further details, contact us at 563-884-5726 or jillian.mccleary@palmer.edu.
Thank you for your ongoing support.
Sincerely,
Jillian McCleary
Senior Director of Marketing and Communication
Palmer College of Chiropractic
Bernard J. Hofmann
Milissa K. Hofmann BROOKS LAW FIRM
Brian T. Fairfield a Professional Corporation
Allison E. Walsh Davenport Office
Tricia S. Fairfield 3725 Blackhawk Road, Suite 200 3425 E. Locust Street
Elliott R. McDonald III Rock Island, IL 61201 Davenport, IA 52803
Michael C. Walker
Patrick L. Woodward
Tel (309) 786-4900 Eldridge Office
Kelli M. Golinghorst Fax (309) 786-4940 202 N. 2nd Street, Suite A
Nicholas J. Huffmon Eldridge, IA 52748
Samuel M. Hawley
________________ Website: www.brookslawfirmpc.com
Attorneys Admitted in Illinois and Iowa
Thomas A. Skorepa, P.C.
Of Counsel
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VIA EMAIL:
Jack L. Brooks planning@davenportiowa.com
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Thomas R. Schirman, Jr.
Retired
February 2, 2026
Davenport Planning & Zoning Commission
226 West 4th Street
Davenport, Iowa 52801
Dear Sir or Madam:
I represent Jana Saad Investments LLC, which owns the property at 1129 Brady St, Davenport,
Iowa. The premises is operated as a furniture store, which does business as Brady Furniture. As a
neighboring property owner, my client has an interest in the applications filed by Palmer College
of Chiropractic (“Palmer”) as Case Nos. ORD26-01, REZ26-01, ROW26-01, and ROW26-02,
which are scheduled to be considered by this Commission at its meeting on February 3, 2026.
My client objects to Palmer’s application to vacate Palmer Drive and a portion of the adjoining
alleyway. This specifically pertains to Case Nos. ORD26-01 and ROW26-01.
My client currently has one to two furniture deliveries per week to its furniture store. These
deliveries are either made in 26-foot delivery trucks or in 53-foot semi-trailers. When the deliveries
are made in 26-foot delivery trucks, the trucks routinely drive onto Palmer Drive, then drive north
onto the alley behind my client’s store in order to make their deliveries. When the delivery is
completed, the trucks proceed north onto E. 12th St.
Palmer’s application to vacate Palmer Drive and a portion of the adjoining alleyway significantly
frustrates my client’s business. It is quite clear that the vacation of Palmer Drive and proposed
roundabout would prevent delivery trucks from using the alleyway in the same manner that they
do now. If these changes are made, my client will have to require the delivery trucks to back up
on Brady Street in order to park next to Brady Furniture’s building. This is what the 53-foot semi-
trailers currently do because they are too large for the alleyway.
An increase in the number of trucks backing up on Brady Street is not in the public interest. The
semi-trailers that currently have to back up on Brady Street already block multiple lanes of Brady
Street. In doing so, they encounter annoyed drivers, and there have been incidents of drivers
attempting to go around the trucks in a dangerous manner. Also, backing a truck up on the street
is less safe for pedestrians, including Brady Furniture’s customers, compared to driving a truck
straight through the alley. If the 26-foot delivery trucks are required to back up on Brady Street
similar to the 53-foot semi-trailers, these problems will increase.
The only parking for Brady Furniture’s customers is next to the store, and these customers often
use the alleyway behind the store to come and go. Additionally, Gio’s Barber Shop, which is
located next to Brady Furntire, has its customers park in the back of its shop, off the alleyway. The
loss of Palmer Drive and part of the alleyway to access these businesses will frustrate these
customers and harm the businesses.
For these reasons, Palmer Drive and the adjoining alleyway are still being used by the public and
should not be vacated. Palmer’s application to vacate these rights-of-way fails to “minimize[e] the
adverse impacts associated with development and geographic expansion,” and it further fails to
“protect[] the livability and vitality of adjacent areas.” See Davenport Municipal Code § 17.07.030.
Lastly, the increase in trucks backing up on Brady Street would increase danger for pedestrians
and drivers.
My client respectfully requests that this Commission deny Palmer’s application to vacate these
rights-of-way.
Very truly yours,
BROOKS LAW FIRM, P.C.
/s/ Nicholas J. Huffmon
Nicholas J. Huffmon
Sender’s email: njh@brookslawfirmpc.com
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Subject:
First Consideration: Ordinance for Case REZ26-01 being the request of Palmer College of
Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street, 1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry
Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing Avenue from R-MF Multi-Family Residential District
and R-4C Single-Family and Two-Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus
District. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Consider the Ordinance.
Background:
This request proposes rezoning the properties at 208 East 11th Street, 1111 Perry Street, 725
Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing Avenue from R-MF Multi-
Family Residential District and R-4C Single-Family and Two-Family Central Residential District to
IC Institutional Campus District. As shown in the Campus Master Plan, these parcels function as
part of the institutional campus and serve as student housing. The rezoning aligns zoning
regulations with the amended Campus Land Use Plan boundary and supports coordinated
campus development.
Why is a Zoning Map Amendment Required?
A Zoning Map Amendment is necessary to ensure consistency between the City’s zoning
regulations, the adopted Campus Master Plan, and the long-term institutional use of the subject
properties. Since approval of the Campus Master Plan in 2021, Palmer College has acquired six
properties directly adjacent to the existing campus that remain zoned under designations
intended for non-institutional uses.
Rezoning these parcels to the IC Institutional Campus District will formally incorporate them
into the Campus Land Use Plan boundary and apply zoning standards specifically tailored to
coordinated campus development. This action supports implementation of the adopted Master
Plan, promotes unified site planning and circulation, and ensures future development is
regulated under a district that reflects the properties’ functional relationship to the campus. The
amendment also advances Comprehensive Plan goals related to institutional stability,
reinvestment, and orderly land use transitions by aligning zoning with the established and
planned use of the area.
Plan & Zoning Commission Recommendation
At its February 17, 2026, meeting, the City Plan and Zoning Commission voted to forward Case
REZ26-01 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings.
Findings
1. The zoning map amendment is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Land Use Plan,
which identifies the properties as 'Residential General'.
2. The proposed zoning map amendment to IC Institutional Campus District is appropriate
for an ancillary use of an 'Educational Facility-University or College'.
3. The zoning map amendment and submitted land use plan are compatible with the
established institutional and residential character of the area.
4. The proposed IC Institutional Campus District appropriately reflects the properties’ land
use context and functional relationship to the adjacent campus.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment will not impact the public health, safety, and
welfare of the City.
6. The proposed zoning map amendment does not create any nonconformities.
The staff report from the February 17, 2026, Plan and Zoning Commission meeting is attached.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Plan & Zoning Commission Staff Report
3. Application
4. Maps
5. Public Notice-Committee of the Whole
6. Public Notice-Plan & Zoning Commission
ORDINANCE NO. _________________
AN ORDINANCE FOR CASE REZ26-01 BEING THE REQUEST OF PALMER COLLEGE OF
CHIROPRACTIC TO REZONE 208 EAST 11TH STREET, 1111 PERRY STREET, 725 PERRY STREET,
727 PERRY STREET, 739 PERRY STREET, AND 822 PERSHING AVENUE FROM R-MF MULTI-
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT AND R-4C SINGLEFAMILY AND TWO-FAMILY CENTRAL
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT TO IC INSTITUTIONAL CAMPUS DISTRICT.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA:
Section 1. The following described units of Scott County, Iowa real estate are hereby rezoned to
“IC Institutional Campus District.”
Property at 208 East 11th Street: The South 102 feet of Lot 1 and the South 102 feet of
the West 20 feet of Lot 2 and the East 10 feet of the West 20 feet of the North 48 feet of
Lot 2, all in Block 96 in LeClaire’s 8th Addition to the City of Davenport, Scott County,
Iowa.
Property at 1111 Perry Street: The North 48 feet of Lot 1 and the North 48 feet of the
West 10 feet of Lot 2 in Block 96 in LeClaire’s 8th Addition to the City of Davenport, Scott
County, Iowa.
Properties at 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, and 739 Perry Street: That part of Outlot
31 and Outlot 32 in LeClaire’s 2nd Addition in the City of Davenport, County of Scott, State
of Iowa, more particularly described as follows:
Commencing at the intersection of the east right of way line of Perry Street and the south
right of way line of East 9th Street, as said streets are now established; Thence South
01°59'17" East along the east right of way line of said Perry Street, a distance of 189.25
feet to the northwest corner of Parcel G0041- 10 according to plat of survey, Document
#1999-028808, filed at the Office of the Scott County Recorder on August 12, 1999, being
the Point of Beginning for the following described tract; Thence North 87°52'26" East
along the north line of said Parcel G0041-10, a distance of 100.15 feet to the east line of
said parcel; Thence South 01°59'17" East along said east line, a distance of 14.14 feet to
the north line of said parcel; Thence North 87°52'26" East along said north line, a distance
of 60.29 feet to the west right of way line of a public alley; Thence South 01°59'17" East
along said west alley right of way line, a distance of 174.82 feet to the southeast corner
of Parcel G0041-12 as described in Deed #2022-018689, filed at the Office of the Scott
County Recorder on July 5, 2022; Thence South 87°52'26" West along the south line of
said parcel Parcel G0041-12, a distance of 41.39 feet to the east line of said parcel; Thence
South 02°21'47" East along said east line, a distance of 22.24 feet to the south line of
said parcel; Thence South 87°52'26" West along said south line, a distance of 119.19 feet
to the east right of way line of Perry Street; Thence North 01°59'17" West along said east
right of way line, a distance of 211.20 feet to the Point of Beginning. The above-described
parcel contains 0.74 acres, more or less, and is subject to easements and restrictions of
record. For the purpose of this description Bearings are based on the Iowa State Plane
Coordinate System, South Zone, North American Datum of 1983 (2011 Adjustment).
Property at 822 Pershing Avenue: Part of Outlot 31 LeClaire’s 2nd Addition to the City of
Davenport, commencing 48 feet South of the Southwest corner of 9th and Pershing,
thence West 148 feet, thence South 48 2/3 feet, thence East 148 feet, thence North 47
¾ feet to the point of beginning, in Scott County, Iowa.
Section 2. That the following findings are hereby imposed upon said rezoning:
Findings
1. The zoning map amendment is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Land Use Plan, which
identifies the properties as 'Residential General'.
2. The proposed zoning map amendment to IC Institutional Campus District is appropriate
for an ancillary use of an 'Educational Facility-University or College'.
3. The zoning map amendment and submitted land use plan are compatible with the
established institutional and residential character of the area.
4. The proposed IC Institutional Campus District appropriately reflects the properties’ land
use context and functional relationship to the adjacent campus.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment will not impact the public health, safety, and
welfare of the City.
6. The proposed zoning map amendment does not create any nonconformities.
Section 3. At its February 17, 2026, meeting, the City Plan and Zoning Commission voted to
forward Case REZ26- 01 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the
listed findings.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any of the provisions of this ordinance are for any reason illegal or
void, then the lawful provisions of this ordinance, which are separable from said unlawful
provisions shall be and remain in full force and effect, the same as if the ordinance contained no
illegal or void provisions.
REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance
are hereby repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective after its final passage and
publication as by law provided.
First Consideration ______________________________
Second Consideration __________________________
Approved ___________________________________
Published in the Quad-City Times on ____________________________
Attest:
__________________________ __________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
Palmer College of Chiropractic
IC Institutional Campus District
Major Amendment Description
December 26th, 2025
Reason for Major Modification to IC
As part of Palmer College’s mission to continue to provide a world-class education to the
chiropractors of the future, we are constantly evaluating our campus to try to provide the best
facilities possible for our students, staff, and patients. During the most recent round of the
campus reviews, several areas of focus were identified for improvement in the campus footprint.
These updates include improvements to the main campus entrance off Brady Street, plans for a
new academic facility called the Palmer Forum, enhancements to parking, improved traffic flow
and wayfinding, and expanded green space and outdoor study areas. The plan also prioritizes
improved traffic safety along Perry Street and identifies potential sites for future student
housing. Together, these changes will strengthen the campus experience for students, staff,
and visitors alike.
The major amendments included in this submittal are:
1. The addition of properties to the campus footprint.
a. Proposed changes to the campus boundary incorporate properties adjacent to the
current boundary that have been acquired by Palmer College since the last Campus
Master Plan was approved in 2021. Properties that are being incorporated into the IC
footprint include:
i. 1111 Perry Street
ii. 208 E 11th Street
iii. 822 Pershing Ave
iv. 739 Perry Street (The Roslyn)
v. 727 Perry Street
vi. 725 Perry Street
2. The removal of the previously proposed mixed-use development east of Brady Street, North
of Palmer Drive.
a. The latest approved IC included a mixed-use development in the northern vicinity of
the campus. When evaluating the plans for the development of the campus over the
next 10 years, this property was not a priority. Palmer is removing the proposed
development and showing the underlying properties as they currently exist in the
future campus plan.
3. Vacation of Palmer Drive Right of Way and the revisions to the layout and use of the
previous Palmer Drive Right of Way.
a. One of the main focuses to come out of the review of the campus plan was the
desire to develop a well-defined main campus entrance off Brady Street at the
existing Palmer Drive location. The currently approved IC includes the closure of the
east half of Palmer Drive with traffic being directed to the north to the alleyway
between Brady Street and Perry Street. The updated campus plan proposes a
similar layout, with some key changes. The east half of the vacated Palmer Drive
will be changed to a pedestrian corridor, similar to the pedestrian corridor that was
constructed on 11th Street. This pedestrian area will be designed to allow emergency
services access through the area if necessary. The west half of Palmer Drive will be
converted from a one-way road to a campus entrance. This entrance will allow drop-
off near the campus center, have a roundabout to maintain access to the alleyway
north of the road, and will have a new drive from the Palmer campus back onto
Brady Street. This proposed layout has received preliminary approval from the Iowa
DOT, and the drive will also be designed for emergency services access. Palmer
would also like to use bricks that are salvaged from under the existing Palmer Drive
Right of Way in the design of the new drive and walkway pavement sections.
4. Adding the Palmer Forum and associated outdoor plaza area.
a. Another area of emphasis that came out of the latest campus review was the need
for an academic space that could also act as a gathering space for large
presentations or celebrations. Multiple areas of campus were investigated to find the
most appropriate location for this space, and it was ultimately determined that a
central campus location north of the Bechtel center was the best fit. This new
building, the Palmer Forum, is intended to be flexible enough to host large and small
classes, as well as graduation and speaker presentations. Adjacent to the proposed
Palmer Forum, the new campus master plan includes an enhanced greenspace and
outdoor study area. This area will be similar to other outdoor study spaces on
campus such as the Keller Terrace, the Clinic Gardens, and the VanDuyne Hall
courtyard.
5. Removing the previously approved closure of the west half of 9th street between Perry Street
and Pershing Street.
a. After evaluating traffic circulation patterns throughout the campus and discussing
access with city emergency services personnel, it was determined that the benefits
from the closure of this portion of 9th street would be outweighed by the impact on
emergency access to the surrounding community. Because of this, Palmer is
removing this proposed closure from the campus master plan.
6. Improved traffic safety features along Perry Street between 12th street and 9th Street.
a. As part of the new campus master plan, Palmer is anticipating an increase in the
pedestrian circulation in the center of campus. This area generally includes the 11th
street pedestrian corridor, the VanDuyne Student housing courtyard, the proposed
Palmer Drive pedestrian corridor, and the proposed Palmer Forum outdoor plaza.
Though these areas are close in proximity, they are generally bisected by the Perry
Street Right of Way. In order to encourage safe vehicular / pedestrian interactions in
this area and to minimize the risk of any accidents occurring, Palmer is proposing
three traffic calming bump outs along Perry Street between 12th street and 9th street.
These bump outs would help consolidate pedestrian crossings on Perry Street while
also slowing traffic as it passes through the center of the Palmer Campus.
7. Removing the previously approved partial closure of 8th Street between Main Street and
Brady Street.
a. With the addition of the proposed student housing and parking lots south of 8th street,
the college determined that it would be more beneficial to have increased
accessibility between Main Street and Brady Street than to continue the plan to close
the west half of 8th Street. Because of this, the college is removing the proposed
closure of 8th street from their campus master plan.
8. Adding sites for future student housing buildings east of Main Street.
a. Due to the success of the VanDuyne student housing building, Palmer college
determined that there is a sufficient desire for additional student housing within the
campus footprint. To meet this demand, two student housing buildings as well as
associated parking lots are being shown in the empty lot east of Main Street. These
structures were shown in previous versions of the campus master plan but were
removed with the latest approved IC when VanDuyne hall was added. The college
believes that within the next 10 years there will be sufficient demand for on-campus
housing to support the additional proposed units.
9. Removing the partial closure of 7th street between Main Street and Brady Street.
a. With the addition of the proposed student housing and parking lots north of 7th street,
the college determined that it would be more beneficial to have increased
accessibility between Main Street and Brady Street than to continue the plan for the
partial closures at both ends of 7th street. Because of this, the college is removing the
proposed closure of 7th street from the campus master plan.
Palmer College of Chiropractic
IC Institutional Campus District
Application Narrative
December 26th, 2025
Outline of Submittals and Narrative
Section G - Land Use Plan
1.) A completed application, with a narrative of intent and description of
compatibility with the surrounding area.
A completed application is included with the submittal. Please see Palmer IC –
Rezoning Application Packet. A narrative of the intent and description of compatibility
with the surrounding area can be seen in Section 5 of this outline.
2.) Boundary Survey
Due to the irregular shape of the Palmer Campus, the internal property that is not
included in the IC, and the numerous individual properties that make up the Palmer
Campus, a full legal description of the campus was not completed for the IC.
Instead, a general description of the IC boundary can be seen in the document titled
Addendum 4 - IC Boundary, of the submittal. Additionally, the overall IC Boundary
can be seen on each of the drawings included in the submittal. These drawings are
to scale, with the scale of each sheet identified on that sheet.
3.) Set of Drawings supporting the IC Major Amendment Submittal
a. Proposed Name or Title of the project
Palmer College of Chiropractic - Institutional Campus
b. North arrow, vicinity map, plan scale, date of plan preparation.
North arrow, plan scale, and date of plan preparation can be seen on
each sheet of the submittal. The vicinity map of the project can be seen
on the Cover Sheet of the plan set.
c. Tabulated Site Data
i.) Number of Gross Acres
The gross Acres included in the IC can be seen in the Table on
sheet C-4 - Overall Land Use Plan.
ii.) Existing and proposed lot coverage
A summary of the existing and proposed lot coverage can be
seen in the table on sheet C-4 - Overall Land Use Plan. These
overall areas are further broken down by each individual lot on
sheet C-14 - Data Sheet.
iii.) Existing and proposed total square footage and floor area ratio of
buildings
A summary of the total square footage and floor areas of the
buildings can be seen in Addendum 5 - Existing and Proposed
Building Data Summary. The actual footprints of the buildings
indicated in Addendum 5 can be seen on sheets C-4 - Overall
Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and C-6 - Land Use
Plan - South.
iv.) Existing and Proposed number of parking stalls
The existing areas available for parking throughout campus can
be seen on sheet C-7 - Existing Campus Parking Data. All existing
Palmer Campus parking lots, supplemental parking areas, and on
street parking areas are labeled on the drawing. The tables on
the right side of the sheet identify how many stalls are available in
each of the areas.
The proposed areas for parking throughout the camps can be
seen on sheet C-8 - Proposed Campus Parking Data. All
proposed Palmer Campus parking lots, supplemental parking
areas, and on street parking areas are labeled on the drawing.
The tables on the right side of the sheet identify how many stalls
are available in each of the areas.
Addendum 6 - Parking Summary, provides a general explanation
of the existing and proposed parking conditions, identifies which
lots will be removed, which are added, and compares the
proposed parking design to the requirements laid out in the city
zoning ordinance.
v.) Parking ratio determined
A summary of the existing and proposed parking ratios can be
seen in Addendum 6 - Parking Summary.
d. Existing land use and zoning surrounding the proposed development and the
distance from the subject property line to the nearest structure on all abutting
properties within 200 feet of the perimeter of the site.
Existing Land use zoning is shown on the Cover Sheet of the plan set.
Due to the high number of existing structures within 200’ of the IC
boarder, exact dimensions were not provided on these plans. All
structures within 200’ of the IC can be seen on sheets C-4 - Overall
Existing Conditions, C-5 - Existing Conditions North, and C-6 - Existing
Conditions South. These sheets are all to the scale indicated on the
sheet, and dimensions can be measured as needed.
e. The location of the existing and proposed services including water, sanitary,
storm, electric, gas, streets, capacity of those services and the service
requirements for the developments.
Existing utilities were located using a combination of city GIS, information
supplied from the utility providers, and in some areas topographic
surveying techniques. The location and size of the identified utilities can
be seen on sheet C-10 - Site Utilities - North, and C-11 - Site Utilities -
South.
f. Site constraints
i.) Slopes in excess of 10%
Slopes in excess of 10% are identified on sheets C-12- Grading &
Drainage - North and C-13 Grading and Drainage - South.
ii.) Drainage ways that carry water from abutting properties, drainage
ways that drain areas on the site in excess of one acre and any area
designated as a floodplain or floodway.
In general, the Palmer Campus drains from North to South.
Existing Campus Drainage ways are identified on sheets C-12 -
Grading & Drainage - North and C-13 - Grading and Drainage -
South. There are no areas within the campus footprint that are
designated as a floodplain or floodway.
iii.) Soils that are unsuitable or require special treatment to support
urban development as determined by the Soil Conservation
Services Soil Survey.
Site Soils are identified on sheet C-9 - S-IC Area and Soils. A
table summarizing the characteristics of the identified soils Is
located on the right side of the sheet.
g. Existing and proposed grade changes on a two-foot interval topographic map on
a scale basis.
Existing Contours were developed using Scott County LIDAR Data.
These contours are shown at 2’ interval on sheets C-12- Grading &
Drainage - North and C-13 - Grading and Drainage - South. Proposed
grades have not been determined at this time. The intent of the campus
plan for final conditions to imitate existing site slopes and drainage
patterns, with some modifications being made for accessibility and
usability.
h. Existing and proposed building pad locations with proposed building area,
number of stories, overall height, a list of the proposed uses in the structure and
its gross floor area.
Existing building pad locations can be seen on Sheets C-1 - Overall
Existing Conditions, C-2 - Existing Conditions - North, and C-3 - Existing
Conditions - South. Proposed building pad locations can be seen on
sheets C-4 - Overall Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and
C-6 - Land Use Plan - South. A table of the requested information about
the proposed building can be seen in Addendum 5 - Existing and
Proposed Building Data Summary.
i. The location of existing and proposed parking areas including the extent of
paving, proposed circulation, and number of parking spaces.
The existing parking areas can be seen on sheet C-7 - Existing Campus
Parking Data. This sheet shows the circulation of the lots, and the stalls in
each lot are listed in various tables on the right side of the sheet. The
proposed parking areas can be seen on sheet C-8- Proposed Campus
Parking Data. This sheet shows the circulation of the lots, and the stalls in
each lot are listed in various tables on the right side of the sheet. The total
paved area of the parking lots can be seen on sheet C-14 - Data Sheet.
j. Location of existing and proposed loading docks, receiving areas, trash pick-up
areas, and other areas requiring screening.
Existing loading docks, receiving areas, and trash pick-up areas can be
seen on sheets C-2 - Existing Conditions - North, and C-3 - Existing
Conditions - South. Proposed loading docks, receiving areas, and trash
pick-up areas can be seen on sheets C-9 – IC Areas and Soils.
k. The location of existing and proposed landscaping and buffering to be developed
in the project. Massing and density of plant and other screening materials must
be indicated.
Existing Landscape screening areas can be seen on sheets C-1 - Overall
Existing Conditions, C-2 - Existing Conditions - North, and C-3 - Existing
Conditions - South. Proposed landscaping and buffering can be seen on
sheets C-4 - Overall Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and
C-6 - Land Use Plan - South.
l. Location and configuration of all existing and proposed access points within
public streets and a pedestrian / bicycle circulation plan.
All existing access points to campus can be seen on sheets C-1 - Overall
Existing Conditions, C-2 - Existing Conditions - North, and C-3 - Existing
Conditions - South. All proposed access points can be seen on sheets C-
4 - Overall Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and C-6 - Land
Use Plan - South. Proposed road closures can be seen on the sheets
showing the final campus layout. To help enhance the pedestrian and
bicycle circulation through the center of Campus, the proposed plan
includes the conversion of the east half of Palmer Drive to an enhanced
pedestrian corridor. This pedestrian corridor will be designed in a way to
maintain emergency service access through the existing Palmer Drive
R.O.W. In addition to this, Palmer is proposing three traffic calming bump
outs along Perry Street between 9th street and 12th street. These bump
outs will allow for safter Pedestrian circulation between the center of
campus where the Palmer Forum will be located and the east end of
campus where the VanDuyne student housing and turf recreation field is
located.
m. Storm water management plan.
Currently there is very limited public storm sewer in any area of the
Palmer Campus. As part of the construction of the VanDuyne Student
housing building, a 15” diameter storm outlet was extended from the
intersection of Iowa Street and 10th Street to the intersection of 11th Street
and Perry. For the proposed projects on campus, Palmer will treat and
detain site stormwater in areas of improvement to meet the requirements
of the City of Davenport Stormwater Ordinance. After meeting the
requirements, the stormwater will be outlet to the previously installed 15”
diameter sewer which will then drain to the city system. The existing
extension of the storm sewer can be seen on sheet C-10 - Site Utilities -
North.
n. The location of all existing and proposed freestanding signs, including circulation
signs.
All existing and proposed signs on campus can be seen on sheets -4 -
Overall Land Use Plan, C-5 - Land Use Plan - North, and C-6 - Land Use
Plan - South.
4.) Traffic Impact Study
Because of the nature of the Palmer Campus, with a large arterial roadway
bisecting the property, a traffic impact study has not been required for previously
submitted Campus plans. The understanding being that because there is already
such a high-volume roadway through the center of campus, the relatively minor
demand generated by the proposed changes to the Campus Master Plan will not
have a significant impact on the level of service of the existing roadways. There
are times where large events are hosted on campus where one lane of Brady
Street is blocked off to allow drop-off stacking to occur along the east side of the
street. At times when this is necessary, closure of the lane is coordinated with the
City and the DOT to ensure that all the proper permitting is completed prior to the
events. Because the changes to the campus master plan are intended to
enhance parking capacity and consolidate the space used for similar large
events, at this time no traffic impact study has been completed for the Palmer
College IC.
5.) A narrative of intent and compatibility with surrounding areas. A narrative must
be provided that describes the relationship between the institution and the
surrounding area. The narrative at a minimum must include the following:
a. Description of overall architectural and / or urban design theme.
Palmer College of Chiropractic has evolved to meet the needs of its
students and faculty as it has grown over the past 100 years; however,
the architectural theme has remained constant. Buildings and houses of
brick and stone dominate the campus, with more metal and glass
introduced into recent projects. All have an urban “academic” design
style with 2 to 4 floors of space. The campus plan and interaction with
the neighborhood has also evolved aligning the core of academic spaces
with Brady Street and residential buildings/parking at the perimeter. The
proposed Master Plan strengthens the campus edge through expanded
greenspace and landscaping at perimeter streets, buildings, and parking
lots, while enhancing the core academic spaces adjacent to Brady Street.
b. Total number of existing and proposed users and employees of the facility.
Palmer’s current enrollment on at their Davenport Campus is
approximately 1,000 students supported by 250 faculty and staff.
Approximately 270 students currently live on campus. The proposed 10-
year plan allows for an accommodation of up to 1,500 students with 400
living on campus.
c. Description of existing and proposed conditions of development along the outer
boundaries of the district and its relationship with the surrounding area.
Standards must be established to permit a compatible transition from the
institutional use to the surrounding area. Standards include, but are not limited to
building height and form, exterior lighting, landscaping, etc.
The Master Plan goals are to “create sensitive and mutually beneficial
transitions between campus and the adjacent properties.” The proposed
Campus Master Plan created by RDG Planning & Design is proposed to
create connection and comfort establishing a campus presence with the
surrounding area. New buildings are predominantly located in the center of
campus and adding enhanced lighting, fencing, and landscaping will boost
this design concept.
d. Description of existing and proposed methods of communication between the
institution and the community, including a method for resolution of community
concerns.
Palmer College has been actively involved with Hilltop Campus Village since
its inception, as well as in communication with Davenport Community
Schools and adjacent businesses regarding any campus activities and
improvements that impact the surrounding neighborhood. Although there are
no known active residential groups, Palmer proposes to open a line of
communication with the neighbors similar to their relationships with
surrounding businesses. Palmer will schedule annual meetings with the
neighborhood stakeholders and residents to present and discuss campus
planning and schedule, as well as neighbor concerns.
e. Description of any existing and proposed impacts of development and the
surrounding area and how these impacts should be mitigated. This description
shall include property outside the boundaries of the district and their interaction
with the surrounding area. Impacts include, but are not limited to lighting, noise,
parking, etc.
The developments proposed in Palmer’s Master Plan are primarily defining
and softening their campus edge through expanding green space and
landscaping. Proposed buildings will be designed to respect and
complement the existing architectural theme on campus.
f. Description of existing and proposed relationship of institutional transportation
system (auto, bus, bicycle, pedestrian) to the external street network. A
description of specific programs to reduce traffic impacts, and to encourage the
use of public transit, carpooling, bicycling, and walking.
The urban nature of this campus is reinforced by student living. 25% of
Palmer’s students live on campus and another 20% to 30% live in rented
neighborhood and downtown houses and apartments. With the addition of
the VanDuyne Student Housing Addition a large percent of the student
population walk to campus. Other students and faculty are encouraged to use
public transportation and/or car-pooling for other daily trips to campus. The
proximity of Brady Street provides more opportunity for bus access in relation
to campus buildings.
Addendum 4 - IC Boundary:
The Institutional Campus has the following legal description: Part of the Northwest Quarter of Section
25, Township 78 North, Range 3 East and the Northeast and Southeast Quarter Section 26, Township 28
North, Range 3 East of the 5th Principal Meridian, Scott County, Iowa, more particularly described as
follows:
Beginning at the intersection of the centerlines of Main Street and Palmer Drive; thence east along said
centerline of Palmer Drive to the centerline of Brady Street; thence North along said centerline of Brady
Street to the north property line of 1129 Brady Street extended westerly to the centerline of Brady
Street; thence East along said north property line and its extensions westerly and easterly to the
centerline of a public alley; thence North along said centerline of said public alley to the centerline of
East 12th Street; thence East along said centerline of East 12 Street to the centerline of Pershing
Avenue; thence South along said centerline of Pershing Avenue to the south property line of 822
Pershing Avenue extended easterly to the centerline of Pershing Avenue; thence West along said south
property line and its extensions easterly and westerly to the centerline of a public alley; thence South
along said centerline of a public alley to the south property line of 725 Perry Street extended easterly;
thence west along the south line of 725 Perry Street and its extension westerly to the centerline of Perry
Street; thence South along said centerline of Perry Street to the south property line of 711 Brady Street
extended easterly to the centerline of Perry Street; thence west along said south property line and its
easterly extension to the east property line of 707 Brady Street; thence south along said east property
line and its northernly extension to the north property line of 705 Brady Street; thence south along said
east property line of 705 Brady Street and its northernly extension to the north property line of 701
Brady Street; thence south along said east property line and its northernly extension to the centerline of
East 7th Street; thence West along said centerline of East 7th Street to the centerline of Brady Street;
thence South along said centerline of Brady Street to the centerline of a public alley extended easterly
to centerline of Brady Street; thence West along said centerline of a public alley and its westerly
extension to the centerline of Main Street; thence North along said centerline of Main Street to the
south property line of 704 Main Street extended easterly to the centerline of Main Street; thence west
along said south property line and its extensions easterly and westerly to the centerline of a public alley;
thence North along said centerline of a public alley to the south property line of 705 Harrison Street
extended easterly to the centerline of a public alley; thence West along said south property line and its
extensions easterly and westerly to the centerline of Harrison Street; thence North along said centerline
of Harrison Street to the centerline of West 8th Street extended westerly to centerline of Harrison
Street; thence East along said centerline of West 8th Street to the centerline of Main Street; thence
North along said centerline of Main Street to the Point of Beginning at the intersection of the centerlines
of Main Street and Palmer Drive.
Properties excluded from the above-described IC boundary are as follows: 805 Brady Street.
Addendum 5 - Existing and Proposed Building Data Summary:
A map showing the location of the existing and proposed buildings within the campus boundary can be
seen on sheets C-1 through C-6. The summary of building areas, number of stories, and gross floor
areas can be seen below:
Footprint Student Housing
Name (sf) Stories Gross Area (sf) Height (ft) (units)
Existing: Existing Proposed
Academic Health Center 19,847 3 59,541 48 0 0
Administration Building 8,502 4 36,987 65 0 0
Argyle Apartments 5,996 4 23,984 48 31 31
Brady Manor 2,652 3 8,329 36 3 3
Campus Center 15,770 5 58,136 65 0 0
Chemistry Building 11,540 2 19,035 34 0 0
Classroom Building 23,608 2 55,114 38 0 0
Fitness Center 28,375 2 43,758 40 0 0
Library 16,620 3 51,343 40 0 0
Memorial Building 6,416 3 20,918 38 0 0
North Hall 4,800 2 6,600 26 0 0
Palmer Alumni Office 5,830 1 5,830 15 0 0
Palmer Mansion 6,130 3 12,718 48 0 0
Perry Hill Residences (520 Perry St) 11,322 3 27,736 44 35 35
Perry Hill Residences (521 Perry St) 11,536 3 28,310 40 35 35
The Roslyn (739 Perry St) 3,228 3 9,696 38 13 13
Research Center 6,043 4 26,910 40 0 0
Paul & Donna VanDuyne Hall 25,003 4 96,529 40 119 119
Vickie Anne Palmer Hall 22,132 4 123,046 86 0 0
Villas at Palmer 12,419 3 27,736 44 63 63
West Hall 22,560 3 81,240 40 0 0
8 Gables Student Housing 3,986 2 7,972 26 9 9
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208 E 11 Street 2,589 2 7,972 26
711 Brady Street 4,608 2 6,912 30 12 12
723 Brady Street 3,108 3 9,324 48 10 10
725 Perry Street 1,734 2 2,620 24 1 1
727 Perry Street 1,864 2 2,796 24 4 4
728 Perry Street 1,098 1 1,098 16 2 2
1019 Perry Street 3,760 2 4,874 30 8 8
1111 Perry Street 2,840 2 5,608 26 11 11
Proposed:
New Student Housing 10,725 4 41,500 46 0 40
New Student Housing 10,725 4 41,500 46 0 40
Palmer Forum 29,050 3 36,500 48 0 0
Addendum 6 - Parking Summary:
Existing Parking Conditions:
The existing number of parking spaces on Campus was determined using a combination of site visits and
reviewing aerial photos of the areas in the campus boundary. Per the City of Davenport Zoning Ordinance
17.10.050(B) – 3 – b, the on-street parking capacity was calculated using measurements of aerial photos
and dividing the available curb space by 22 feet per stall. Areas that had posted “no parking” signs were
excluded from this calculation to ensure that the existing parking stall count was as accurate as possible.
In addition to the calculated number of stalls, Palmer Security Staff completed a survey of the campus
parking areas on September 8th, 2025, to collect information about the use demand at the parking areas.
These surveys were completed roughly around 10 am and 2 pm to try to capture the peak demand at the
parking lots. The tables on the right side of sheet C-7 Existing Campus Parking Data show the total
number of stalls in each lot, the number of stalls being utilized during the AM count, and the number of
stalls utilized during the PM count. Because Palmer has year-round classes, and students are on campus
consistently, these counts can be considered representative of the regular demand in these lots.
In total, it was calculated that between the on-street and off- street parking there are 1,436 stalls
available for use within the Palmer Campus Boundary. During the AM counts, Palmer security observed
591 stalls being utilized in the off-street parking areas, and 241 on-street parking stalls in use. This
combined to a total demand of 832 parking stalls. During the PM rounds, Palmer security counted 578
off-street parking stalls in use, and 232 on-street parking stalls being used. Combining these counts,
total demand in the afternoon was 810 stalls. Utilizing the total demand for the AM & PM parking
observations, on average there are approximately 615 extra parking spaces available within the campus
footprint during peak demand hours. Consistent with observed use from previous IC parking studies, the
area of greatest demand on campus is in the north-east quadrant.
Proposed Parking Conditions:
Based on the observed demand from the campus parking counts, the future parking lots included in the
IC are strategically located in the north-east quadrant of campus. Overall, the updated campus plan
removes parking lots A and B for the proposed event center, reconstructs parking lots C, H, and F to
increase capacity, and combines parking lots G, K, and R into one large parking area. A summary of the
overall change of the parking count in the north-east quadrant of the campus can be seen in the following
table:
Removed Parking Areas
Lot Stalls
A 36
B 87
C 43
E 8
F 60 Added Parking Areas
G 78 Lot Stalls
H 25 C 70
K 61 F 155
R 64 H 42
P36 9 R 346
Total Removed = 471 Total Added = 613
The proposed campus plan adds 142 stalls in the north-east area of campus. These parking lots will
predominately serve the areas that are currently being served by the removed parking lots. Besides the
new lots in the north-east, an additional 70 stalls are proposed in the new parking lot E for the future
student housing buildings. In total, all the projects included in the latest IC will bring the total available
parking on campus to 1,630 stalls. As with the previous IC, Palmer proposes to continue to monitor
changes in demand after the completion of the additional parking lot constriction. If needed, Palmer can
implement a demand management plan to reallocate commuter traffic to underutilized lots on campus.
City Parking Requirements:
To determine how many parking stalls are required per section 17.10.040 of the city zoning ordinance,
areas of the buildings on campus were broken out based on uses defined in table 17.10-2: Off-Street
Vehicle Parking Requirements. A summary of the areas is shown in the following table.
Use Square Footage Parking Requirement Required Spaces
Dwelling - Multi-Family: Units - 204 1.5 per dwelling unit 306
Education Facility – University: 2 per classroom + 2 per office
Classrooms – 60 / Offices – 209 + 1 per 4 students of maximum 788
Maximum Enrollment – 1000 Students enrollment
Reception: 43,230 square feet GFA 1 per 300 square feet GFA 114
Indoor Recreation: 43,760 square feet GFA 1 per 500 square feet GFA 88
Outdoor Recreation: 64,000 square feet GFA 1 per 1000 square feet GFA 64
Office: 43,230 square feet GFA 1 per 500 square feet GFA 86
Total Parking Required 1,446
The buildings included in this summary are mainly focused on those that use the parking spots available
in the north-east area of campus, and not all the buildings within the campus footprint were considered.
With the addition of the proposed event center, required parking counts for the considered area will
increase by the amounts shown in the following table.
Use Square Footage Parking Requirement Required Spaces
Auditorium: Capacity - 1300 1 per 5 persons 260
Gathering / Event Space: 18,460 square feet GFA 1 per 300 square feet GFA 62
Offices: 1,320 square feet GFA 1 per 500 square feet GFA 3
Total Parking Required 325
The construction of the event center includes the removal of the existing North Hall, which leads to a
total required parking count of 1,763 stalls.
Under section 17.10.050(D) of the city zoning ordinance, required parking counts can be reduced on sites
using the shared parking calculations in table 17.10-3. The calculated shared parking requirement for the
noted campus areas can be seen in the following table.
Weekday Weekend
Land Use Category Mid. – 7:00 am – 6:00 pm – Mid. – 7:00 am – 6:00 pm –
7:00am 6:00 pm Mid. 7:00 am 6:00 pm Mid.
Residential 306 306 306 306 306 230
Restaurant - - - - - -
Hotel / Motel - - - - - -
Indoor / Outdoor Recreation 0 93 132 7 93 132
Office / Industrial 5 86 5 0 35 9
Institutional – Education Facility 0 788 394 0 0 0
Institutional – Place of Worship - - - - - -
Totals 311 1,273 837 313 434 371
Based on this calculation, the total required count for the buildings in the area under consideration is
reduced from 1,446 stalls to 1,273 stalls. Though this number is closer to the apparent observed
demand, it is still higher than what we believe will be necessary to service the campus. This is mainly
due to the fact that the event center’s highest demand for parking will occur during large events on
campus such as graduation ceremonies. When these events are being held, other activities on campus
that drive demand, such as classes and clinics, will not be happening. Removing the required stall
counts for the offices and educational facilities that will not be in use during large events further reduces
the total count by 531 stalls. In conjunction with the total number from the shared parking calculation, the
reduced required parking amount to service the buildings in the north-east area of campus is 742 stalls.
This number is much closer to what we believe is the actual demand for the proposed campus facilities
and is able to be serviced between the existing and proposed projects.
Parking Ratios:
The parking ratios were calculated by dividing the total number of parking spaces on campus by the total
square footage of the buildings and structures on campus and multiplying the result by 1000. This final
calculated number gives an indication of how many parking stalls are available per 1000 square feet of
building within the campus footprint.
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Existing Parking Ratio - 𝑃𝑅𝐸 = × 1000 = 4.50 stalls/1000 ft2
319,295 𝑓𝑡 2
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359,370 𝑓𝑡 2
As these numbers show, when comparing existing campus conditions to proposed campus conditions,
there is essentially no change in the overall number of stalls available per 1000 square feet of building
space. This consistent parking ratio aligns with the design team’s expectation that the proposed
improvements will not reduce the overall parking conditions on Campus.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE | COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
To: All property owners within 500 feet of the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus
100 BLACK MEN
PO BOX 1585
DAVENPORT IA 52809 -1585
Plan & Zoning Commission Public Hearing Meeting
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Date: 3/4 /202 6 Time: 5: 30 PM Location: Council Chambers | City Hall | 226 W 4 St .
What is this About?
This notice is to inform you of an upcoming public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to
the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus Master Plan. The amendment would update the
Institutional Campus District to reflect recent property acquisitions and pro posed campus
improvements, including a new main entrance from Brady Street, construction of an academic
building, expanded parking, enhanced greenspace, traffic safety improvements on Perry Street,
and identification of future student housing sites along M ain Street. These changes are intended
to improve campus access, safety, and overall functionality while supporting long -term
institutional growth. See the attached Campus Master Plan for more information.
Request s /Case Description s:
1. Case ORD26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land
Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing
Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Case REZ26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street,
1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing
Avenue from R -MF Multi -Family Residential District and R -4C Single -Family and Two -
Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Case ROW26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive,
between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20 -foot -wide alley
right -of -way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Case ROW26 -02 : Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street,
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights -of -way
located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
Plan and Zoning Commission Recommendation:
At its February 17, 202 6 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ORD26 -01 be
forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings :
1. The land use plan is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Future Land Use Plan.
2. The land use plan amendment is appropriate for an 'Educational Facility -University or College'.
3. The proposed land use plan is generally consistent with the established institutional and
residential character of the area.
4. The land use plan is consistent with the principal uses permitted within the IC Institutional
Campus District.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment promotes the public health, safety, and welfare of the
City.
6. The proposed Campus Land Use Plan does not create any nonconformities.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case REZ 26 -01
be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings:
1. The zoning map amendment is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Land Use Plan,
which identifies the properties as 'Residential General'.
2. The proposed zoning map amendment to IC Institutional Campus District is appropriate
for an ancillary use of an 'Educational Facility -University or College'.
3. The zoning map amendment and submitted land use plan are compatible with the
established institutional and residential character of the area.
4. The proposed IC Institutional Campus District appropriately reflects the properties’ land
use context and functional relationship to the adjacent campus.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment will not impact the public health, safety, and
welfare of the City.
6. The proposed zoning map amendment does not create any nonconformities.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ROW26 -
01 be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. Palmer Drive does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and does
not meet the required cross -sectional and construction specifications.
2. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular circulation
from Brady Street to the alley from Palmer Drive, thereby maintaining site connectivity
despite the reduction in public right -of -way.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve emergency vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street.
Conditions:
1. Upon vacation of the subject right -of -way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and the north -south alley. The easements shall provide
adequate width and maintain unobstructed access to serve the properties located alon g
Brady Street.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street. The easements shall be of sufficient
width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating emergency
response vehicles.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ROW26 -
02 be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. East 10th Street does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and
does not meet the required cross -sectional and construction specifications.
2. The existing alley rights -of -way, south of 10th Street, are remnants of a prior residential
subdivision and no longer serve their original functional purpose.
3. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve vehicular connectivity
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue.
5. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular access to 1019
Perry Street, thereby maintaining site connectivity despite the reduction in public right -of -
way.
Conditions:
1. Upon vacation of the subject right -of -way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue. The easements shall be of
sufficient width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating
emergency response vehicles.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity to 1019 Perry Street. The easements shall provide adequate width and
maintain unobstructed access.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
What are the Next Steps after the Public Hearing?
The public hearing on the above matter is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on March 4 , 202 6 in the Council
Chambers of the Davenport City Hall, 226 West 4th Street, Davenport, Iowa.
Would You Like to Submit an Official Comment?
You may submit written comments on the above item or attend the public hearing to express
your views, or both. Written comments may be sent via email to mayor.info@davenportiowa.com
or mailed to the Development and Neighborhood Services Department, at the below address, no
later than 12:00 noon on the day of the public hearing.
All written comments and protests already received will be forwarded to the Committee of the
Whole. The Committee of the Whole meeting can be viewed live at
www.davenportiowa.com/watchlive .
All documents related to the meeting (agenda included) are at “Meeting Minutes & Agendas”:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/meeting_minutes_agendas
Interpretive services are available at no charge. Servicios interpretativos libres estan disponibles.
TTY: (563) 326 -6145
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE | PLAN AND ZONING COMMISSION
To: All property owners within 5 00 feet of the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus
100 BLACK MEN
PO BOX 1585
DAVENPORT IA 52809 -1585
Neighborhood Meeting
Date: 1/27 /202 6
Time: 6 :0 0 PM
Location: Palmer Welcome Center Conference Room | 1005 N Brady Street
Plan & Zoning Commission Public Hearing Meeting
Date: 2/3/202 6
Time: 5:00 PM
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Location: Council Chambers | City Hall | 226 West 4 Street
What is this About?
This notice is being sent to inform you that a neighborhood meeting and a public hearing will be
held for a request to amend the Campus Land Use Plan for Palmer College of Chiropractic . The
proposed amendment to the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus Master Plan updates the
Institutional Campus District to reflect recent property acquisitions, revised circulation and right -
of-way plans, and the addition of a new academic and gathering facility. The amendment
removes previously approved street closures a nd a mixed -use development, enhances pedestrian
safety and traffic flow —particularly along Perry Street —and identifies expanded green space and
potential sites for future student housing. Overall, the changes are intended to improve campus
access, safety, and functionality while supporting long -term institutional growth. See the attached
Campus Master Plan for more information.
Request s /Case Description s:
1. Case ORD26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land
Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing
Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Case REZ26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street,
1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing
Avenue from R -MF Multi -Family Residential District and R -4C Single -Family and Two -
Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Case ROW26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive,
between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20 -foot -wide alley
right -of-way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Case ROW26 -02 : Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street,
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights -of-way
located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
What are the Next Steps after the Neighborhood Meeting and Public Hearing?
The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a formal public hearing at their meeting on February 3,
202 6 . The Plan and Zoning Commission will vote (provide a recommendation) to the City Counc il
at their meeting on February 17, 202 6 . The Commission’s recommendation will be forwarded to
the City Council, which will then hold its own public hearing. You will receive a notice of the City
Council’s public hearing. For the specific dates and times of subsequent meetings, please contact
th e Development & Neighborhood Services Department.
Would You Like to Submit an Official Comment?
As a neighboring property owner, you may have an interest in commenting on the proposed
request via email or in person at the public hearing. Send written comments to
planning@davenportiowa.com (no later than 12:00 PM one day before the public hearing) or to:
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Planning, 1200 E 46 St, Davenport IA 52807.
All documents related to the meeting (agenda included) are at “ Meeting Minutes & Agenda s”:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/meeting_minutes_agendas
Do You Have Any Questions?
If you have any questions or if accommodations are needed for any reason, please contact the
Development & Neighborhood Services Department at planning @davenportiowa.com or 563 -326 -
6198 . Interpretive services are available at no charge. Servicios interpretativos libres estan
disponibles. TTY: (563) 326 -6145
Please note items may be removed or tabled to a future hearing date at the request of the Applicant
or Commission/Board. Those interested in verifying case actions and/or tablings, please contact
Planning at 563 -326 -6198 or planning@davenportiowa.com for updates.
City of Davenport
Department: Development & Neighborhood Services Action / Date
Contact Info: Matt Werderitch | 563-888-2221 3/4/2026
Subject:
First Consideration: Ordinance for Case ROW26-01 being the request of Palmer College of
Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive, between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern
60 feet of the 20-foot-wide alley right-of-way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
[Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Consider the Ordinance.
Background:
Palmer College of Chiropractic is requesting the vacation of Palmer Drive between Brady Street
and Perry Street, along with a portion of the mid-block alley located immediately north of
Palmer Drive. The proposed vacation would allow for the construction of a new private drive
that will function as the primary vehicular entrance to the campus.
The proposed design includes a roundabout that will direct vehicles either north to an expanded
parking area or back onto Brady Street. Vehicular access between Brady Street and Perry Street
would be limited to emergency vehicles only. The eastern portion of Palmer Drive is proposed to
be repurposed as a pedestrian pathway, providing improved connectivity between the campus
core and VanDuyne Hall.
This request is part of a broader campus beautification initiative intended to enhance visitor
circulation and campus functionality, and to provide improved access to the new academic
building, enhanced greenspace, and expanded parking facilities. The closure of Palmer Drive
was previously identified and approved as part of Palmer College’s Campus Master Plan in 2021.
Subject Right-Of-Ways
A legal description and plat has been submitted for review. The total area for the proposed
vacation is approximately 13,889 square feet (.32 acres).
1. Palmer Drive is approximately 40 feet wide by 317 feet in length, or 12,689 square feet.
Palmer Drive is a one-way street directing vehicles eastbound. On-street parking is only
permitted on the north side of the roadway, which is approximately 25 feet in width
from back-of-curb to back-of-curb.
2. The mid-block alley right of way is approximately 20 feet wide by 60 feet in length, or
1,200 square feet. The condition of the alley pavement is poor. There are overhead
utility poles and wires extending through the alley, north to 12th Street.
The vacation of public right-of-way is a two-step process:
1. Determine if the right-of-way is needed for public purposes.
2. Negotiate and determine terms of conveyance to adjacent property owners. (No Plan
and Zoning Commission action is required.)
Plan and Zoning Commission Recommendation
At its February 17, 2026, meeting, the City Plan and Zoning Commission voted to forward Case
ROW26-01 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings
and conditions:
Findings
1. Palmer Drive does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and
does not meet the required cross-sectional and construction specifications.
2. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular circulation
from Brady Street to the alley from Palmer Drive, thereby maintaining site connectivity
despite the reduction in public right-of-way.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve emergency
vehicular connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street.
Conditions
1. Upon vacation of the subject right-of-way, the land shall continue to function in its
current state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and the north-south alley. The easements shall
provide adequate width and maintain unobstructed access to serve the properties
located along Brady Street.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street. The easements shall be of sufficient
width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating emergency
response vehicles.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
The staff report from the February 17, 2026, Plan and Zoning Commission meeting is attached.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Plan & Zoning Commission Staff Report
3. Application
4. Palmer Drive-Truck Turning Movement Exhibit
5. Vicinity Map
6. Public Notice-Committee of the Whole
7. Public Notice-Plan & Zoning Commission
8. Public Comment in Opposition-1129 Brady Street
ORDINANCE NO. _________________
AN ORDINANCE FOR CASE ROW26-01 BEING THE REQUEST OF PALMER COLLEGE OF
CHIROPRACTIC TO VACATE PALMER DRIVE, BETWEEN BRADY STREET AND PERRY STREET,
AND THE SOUTHERN 60 FEET OF THE 20-FOOT-WIDE ALLEY RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED IN
OUTLOT 20 OF LECLAIRE’S 2ND ADDITION.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA:
Section 1. The following described units of Scott County, Iowa real estate are hereby vacated
(abandoned). The property has the following legal description:
Palmer Drive, between Brady Street and Perry Street: That part of East Palmer Drive, formerly
known as East 11th Street, located between Brady Street and Perry Street in the City of
Davenport, County of Scott, State of Iowa, more particularly described as follows:
Beginning at the southeast corner of parcel G0040-30, as shown in plat of survey submitted
for record on June 27, 2008, at the Office of the Scott County Recorder as Document #2008-
17503, said point being on the west right of way line of Perry Street; Thence South 02°02'10"
East along said west right of way line, a distance of 40.00 feet to the south right of way line
of East Palmer Drive; Thence South 88°14'07" West along said south right of way line, a
distance of 317.35 feet to the east right of way line of Brady Street; Thence North 01°41'12"
West along said west right of way line, a distance of 40.00 feet to the north right of way line
of East Palmer Drive; Thence North 88°14'07" East along said north right of way line, a
distance of 317.10 feet to the Point of Beginning. The above-described parcel contains 12,689
square feet, more or less as shown by the attached ROW Vacation Plat. For the purpose of
this description Bearings are based on the Iowa State Plane Coordinate System, South Zone,
North American Datum of 1983 (2011 Adjustment).
The southern 60 feet of the 20-foot-wide alley right-of-way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s
2nd Addition: Part of a 20-foot public alley located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition in
the City of Davenport, County of Scott, State of Iowa, more particularly described as follows:
Beginning at the southeast corner of a tract of land recorded on July 11, 1980, at the Office
of the Scott County Recorder as Deed #1980-010095, said point being on the north right of
way line of East Palmer Drive; Thence North 01°56'50" West along the west line of a public
alley, a distance of 60.00 feet to the northeast corner of said tract of land recorded on July
11, 1980, at the Office of the Scott County Recorder as Deed #1980-010095, Thence North
88°14'07" East, a distance of 20.00 feet to the east line of said public alley; Thence South
01°56'50" East along said east line, a distance of 60.00 feet to the north right of way line of
East Palmer Drive; Thence South 88°14’07" West along said north right of way line, a distance
of 20.00 feet to the Point of Beginning. The above-described parcel contains 1,200 square
feet, more or less as shown by the attached Alley Vacation Plat. For the purpose of this
description Bearings are based on the Iowa State Plane Coordinate System, South Zone, North
American Datum of 1983 (2011 Adjustment).
Section 2. That the following findings and conditions are hereby imposed upon said request:
Findings
1. Palmer Drive does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and does not
meet the required cross-sectional and construction specifications.
2. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and maintenance of
existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular circulation from
Brady Street to the alley from Palmer Drive, thereby maintaining site connectivity despite the
reduction in public right-of-way.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve emergency vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street.
Conditions
1. Upon vacation of the subject right-of-way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to, and
maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and the north-south alley. The easements shall provide
adequate width and maintain unobstructed access to serve the properties located along Brady
Street.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street. The easements shall be of sufficient width
and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating emergency response
vehicles.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered during
road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
Section 3. At its February 17, 2026, meeting, the City Plan and Zoning Commission voted to
forward Case ROW26-01 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the
listed findings and conditions.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any of the provisions of this ordinance are for any reason illegal or
void, then the lawful provisions of this ordinance, which are separable from said unlawful
provisions shall be and remain in full force and effect, the same as if the ordinance contained
no illegal or void provisions.
REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance
are hereby repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective after its final passage and
publication as by law provided.
First Consideration ______________________________
Second Consideration __________________________
Approved ___________________________________
Published in the Quad-City Times on ____________________________
Attest:
__________________________ __________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE | COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
To: All property owners within 500 feet of the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus
100 BLACK MEN
PO BOX 1585
DAVENPORT IA 52809 -1585
Plan & Zoning Commission Public Hearing Meeting
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Date: 3/4 /202 6 Time: 5: 30 PM Location: Council Chambers | City Hall | 226 W 4 St .
What is this About?
This notice is to inform you of an upcoming public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to
the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus Master Plan. The amendment would update the
Institutional Campus District to reflect recent property acquisitions and pro posed campus
improvements, including a new main entrance from Brady Street, construction of an academic
building, expanded parking, enhanced greenspace, traffic safety improvements on Perry Street,
and identification of future student housing sites along M ain Street. These changes are intended
to improve campus access, safety, and overall functionality while supporting long -term
institutional growth. See the attached Campus Master Plan for more information.
Request s /Case Description s:
1. Case ORD26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land
Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing
Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Case REZ26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street,
1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing
Avenue from R -MF Multi -Family Residential District and R -4C Single -Family and Two -
Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Case ROW26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive,
between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20 -foot -wide alley
right -of -way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Case ROW26 -02 : Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street,
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights -of -way
located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
Plan and Zoning Commission Recommendation:
At its February 17, 202 6 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ORD26 -01 be
forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings :
1. The land use plan is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Future Land Use Plan.
2. The land use plan amendment is appropriate for an 'Educational Facility -University or College'.
3. The proposed land use plan is generally consistent with the established institutional and
residential character of the area.
4. The land use plan is consistent with the principal uses permitted within the IC Institutional
Campus District.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment promotes the public health, safety, and welfare of the
City.
6. The proposed Campus Land Use Plan does not create any nonconformities.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case REZ 26 -01
be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings:
1. The zoning map amendment is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Land Use Plan,
which identifies the properties as 'Residential General'.
2. The proposed zoning map amendment to IC Institutional Campus District is appropriate
for an ancillary use of an 'Educational Facility -University or College'.
3. The zoning map amendment and submitted land use plan are compatible with the
established institutional and residential character of the area.
4. The proposed IC Institutional Campus District appropriately reflects the properties’ land
use context and functional relationship to the adjacent campus.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment will not impact the public health, safety, and
welfare of the City.
6. The proposed zoning map amendment does not create any nonconformities.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ROW26 -
01 be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. Palmer Drive does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and does
not meet the required cross -sectional and construction specifications.
2. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular circulation
from Brady Street to the alley from Palmer Drive, thereby maintaining site connectivity
despite the reduction in public right -of -way.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve emergency vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street.
Conditions:
1. Upon vacation of the subject right -of -way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and the north -south alley. The easements shall provide
adequate width and maintain unobstructed access to serve the properties located alon g
Brady Street.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street. The easements shall be of sufficient
width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating emergency
response vehicles.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ROW26 -
02 be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. East 10th Street does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and
does not meet the required cross -sectional and construction specifications.
2. The existing alley rights -of -way, south of 10th Street, are remnants of a prior residential
subdivision and no longer serve their original functional purpose.
3. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve vehicular connectivity
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue.
5. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular access to 1019
Perry Street, thereby maintaining site connectivity despite the reduction in public right -of -
way.
Conditions:
1. Upon vacation of the subject right -of -way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue. The easements shall be of
sufficient width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating
emergency response vehicles.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity to 1019 Perry Street. The easements shall provide adequate width and
maintain unobstructed access.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
What are the Next Steps after the Public Hearing?
The public hearing on the above matter is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on March 4 , 202 6 in the Council
Chambers of the Davenport City Hall, 226 West 4th Street, Davenport, Iowa.
Would You Like to Submit an Official Comment?
You may submit written comments on the above item or attend the public hearing to express
your views, or both. Written comments may be sent via email to mayor.info@davenportiowa.com
or mailed to the Development and Neighborhood Services Department, at the below address, no
later than 12:00 noon on the day of the public hearing.
All written comments and protests already received will be forwarded to the Committee of the
Whole. The Committee of the Whole meeting can be viewed live at
www.davenportiowa.com/watchlive .
All documents related to the meeting (agenda included) are at “Meeting Minutes & Agendas”:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/meeting_minutes_agendas
Interpretive services are available at no charge. Servicios interpretativos libres estan disponibles.
TTY: (563) 326 -6145
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE | PLAN AND ZONING COMMISSION
To: All property owners within 5 00 feet of the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus
100 BLACK MEN
PO BOX 1585
DAVENPORT IA 52809 -1585
Neighborhood Meeting
Date: 1/27 /202 6
Time: 6 :0 0 PM
Location: Palmer Welcome Center Conference Room | 1005 N Brady Street
Plan & Zoning Commission Public Hearing Meeting
Date: 2/3/202 6
Time: 5:00 PM
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Location: Council Chambers | City Hall | 226 West 4 Street
What is this About?
This notice is being sent to inform you that a neighborhood meeting and a public hearing will be
held for a request to amend the Campus Land Use Plan for Palmer College of Chiropractic . The
proposed amendment to the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus Master Plan updates the
Institutional Campus District to reflect recent property acquisitions, revised circulation and right -
of-way plans, and the addition of a new academic and gathering facility. The amendment
removes previously approved street closures a nd a mixed -use development, enhances pedestrian
safety and traffic flow —particularly along Perry Street —and identifies expanded green space and
potential sites for future student housing. Overall, the changes are intended to improve campus
access, safety, and functionality while supporting long -term institutional growth. See the attached
Campus Master Plan for more information.
Request s /Case Description s:
1. Case ORD26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land
Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing
Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Case REZ26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street,
1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing
Avenue from R -MF Multi -Family Residential District and R -4C Single -Family and Two -
Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Case ROW26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive,
between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20 -foot -wide alley
right -of-way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Case ROW26 -02 : Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street,
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights -of-way
located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
What are the Next Steps after the Neighborhood Meeting and Public Hearing?
The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a formal public hearing at their meeting on February 3,
202 6 . The Plan and Zoning Commission will vote (provide a recommendation) to the City Counc il
at their meeting on February 17, 202 6 . The Commission’s recommendation will be forwarded to
the City Council, which will then hold its own public hearing. You will receive a notice of the City
Council’s public hearing. For the specific dates and times of subsequent meetings, please contact
th e Development & Neighborhood Services Department.
Would You Like to Submit an Official Comment?
As a neighboring property owner, you may have an interest in commenting on the proposed
request via email or in person at the public hearing. Send written comments to
planning@davenportiowa.com (no later than 12:00 PM one day before the public hearing) or to:
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Planning, 1200 E 46 St, Davenport IA 52807.
All documents related to the meeting (agenda included) are at “ Meeting Minutes & Agenda s”:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/meeting_minutes_agendas
Do You Have Any Questions?
If you have any questions or if accommodations are needed for any reason, please contact the
Development & Neighborhood Services Department at planning @davenportiowa.com or 563 -326 -
6198 . Interpretive services are available at no charge. Servicios interpretativos libres estan
disponibles. TTY: (563) 326 -6145
Please note items may be removed or tabled to a future hearing date at the request of the Applicant
or Commission/Board. Those interested in verifying case actions and/or tablings, please contact
Planning at 563 -326 -6198 or planning@davenportiowa.com for updates.
Bernard J. Hofmann
Milissa K. Hofmann BROOKS LAW FIRM
Brian T. Fairfield a Professional Corporation
Allison E. Walsh Davenport Office
Tricia S. Fairfield 3725 Blackhawk Road, Suite 200 3425 E. Locust Street
Elliott R. McDonald III Rock Island, IL 61201 Davenport, IA 52803
Michael C. Walker
Patrick L. Woodward
Tel (309) 786-4900 Eldridge Office
Kelli M. Golinghorst Fax (309) 786-4940 202 N. 2nd Street, Suite A
Nicholas J. Huffmon Eldridge, IA 52748
Samuel M. Hawley
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Thomas R. Schirman, Jr.
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Davenport Planning & Zoning Commission
226 West 4th Street
Davenport, Iowa 52801
Dear Sir or Madam:
I represent Jana Saad Investments LLC, which owns the property at 1129 Brady St, Davenport,
Iowa. The premises is operated as a furniture store, which does business as Brady Furniture. As a
neighboring property owner, my client has an interest in the applications filed by Palmer College
of Chiropractic (“Palmer”) as Case Nos. ORD26-01, REZ26-01, ROW26-01, and ROW26-02,
which are scheduled to be considered by this Commission at its meeting on February 3, 2026.
My client objects to Palmer’s application to vacate Palmer Drive and a portion of the adjoining
alleyway. This specifically pertains to Case Nos. ORD26-01 and ROW26-01.
My client currently has one to two furniture deliveries per week to its furniture store. These
deliveries are either made in 26-foot delivery trucks or in 53-foot semi-trailers. When the deliveries
are made in 26-foot delivery trucks, the trucks routinely drive onto Palmer Drive, then drive north
onto the alley behind my client’s store in order to make their deliveries. When the delivery is
completed, the trucks proceed north onto E. 12th St.
Palmer’s application to vacate Palmer Drive and a portion of the adjoining alleyway significantly
frustrates my client’s business. It is quite clear that the vacation of Palmer Drive and proposed
roundabout would prevent delivery trucks from using the alleyway in the same manner that they
do now. If these changes are made, my client will have to require the delivery trucks to back up
on Brady Street in order to park next to Brady Furniture’s building. This is what the 53-foot semi-
trailers currently do because they are too large for the alleyway.
An increase in the number of trucks backing up on Brady Street is not in the public interest. The
semi-trailers that currently have to back up on Brady Street already block multiple lanes of Brady
Street. In doing so, they encounter annoyed drivers, and there have been incidents of drivers
attempting to go around the trucks in a dangerous manner. Also, backing a truck up on the street
is less safe for pedestrians, including Brady Furniture’s customers, compared to driving a truck
straight through the alley. If the 26-foot delivery trucks are required to back up on Brady Street
similar to the 53-foot semi-trailers, these problems will increase.
The only parking for Brady Furniture’s customers is next to the store, and these customers often
use the alleyway behind the store to come and go. Additionally, Gio’s Barber Shop, which is
located next to Brady Furntire, has its customers park in the back of its shop, off the alleyway. The
loss of Palmer Drive and part of the alleyway to access these businesses will frustrate these
customers and harm the businesses.
For these reasons, Palmer Drive and the adjoining alleyway are still being used by the public and
should not be vacated. Palmer’s application to vacate these rights-of-way fails to “minimize[e] the
adverse impacts associated with development and geographic expansion,” and it further fails to
“protect[] the livability and vitality of adjacent areas.” See Davenport Municipal Code § 17.07.030.
Lastly, the increase in trucks backing up on Brady Street would increase danger for pedestrians
and drivers.
My client respectfully requests that this Commission deny Palmer’s application to vacate these
rights-of-way.
Very truly yours,
BROOKS LAW FIRM, P.C.
/s/ Nicholas J. Huffmon
Nicholas J. Huffmon
Sender’s email: njh@brookslawfirmpc.com
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City of Davenport
Department: Development & Neighborhood Services Action / Date
Contact Info: Laura Berkley | 563-888-3553 3/4/2026
Subject:
First Consideration: Ordinance for Case ROW26-02 being the request of Palmer College of
Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue and the
adjacent public alley rights-of-way located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and
31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Consider the Ordinance.
Background:
This request seeks to vacate East 10th Street between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, as
well as the mid-block public alley rights-of-way located to the north and south. As illustrated in
the Campus Master Plan, this area will be converted into additional off-street parking.
Easements would ensure the continued movement of vehicles between Perry Street and
Pershing Avenue. The vacation of this right-of-way would support the increased parking
demand generated by the new academic building and event facility.
The closure of 10th Street was previously identified and approved as part of Palmer College’s
Campus Master Plan in 2021. This request is therefore consistent with the already approved
plan and represents an implementation step rather than a new policy direction.
Subject Rights-Of-Way
A legal description and plat has been submitted for review. The total area for the proposed
vacation is approximately 15,225 square feet (.35 acres).
1. East 10th Street is approximately 20 feet wide by 321.2 feet in length, or 6,424 square
feet. There is no on-street parking, as the pavement width is approximately 16 feet in
width from back-of-curb to back-of-curb. 10th Street facilitates two-way traffic.
2. The mid-block alley right of way, located north of 10th Street, is approximately 20 feet
wide by 238.6 feet in length, or 4,770 square feet. The alley functions as a drive aisle to
Palmer College's parking lots. The property at 1019 Perry Street (not owned by Palmer
College) utilizes the alley for access.
3. The mid-block alley right-of-way, located south of 10th Street, is approximately 14.33
feet wide by 183.8 feet in length, or 2,635 square feet. The alley connects 10th Street
to 9th Street, but does not provide access to the adjacent parking lot on the western
portion of the block.
4. The angled mid-block alley right-of-way, located south of 10th Street, is approximately
10 feet wide. The total area is approximately 1,396 square feet. The alley is currently
unimproved and remains as a remnant of the block’s former residential development
pattern.
The vacation of public right-of-way is a two-step process:
1. Determine if the right-of-way is needed for public purposes.
2. Negotiate and determine terms of conveyance to adjacent property owners. (No Plan
and Zoning Commission action is required.)
Plan and Zoning Commission Recommendation
At its February 17, 2026, meeting, the City Plan and Zoning Commission voted to forward Case
ROW26-01 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings
and conditions:
Findings
1. East 10th Street does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and
does not meet the required cross-sectional and construction specifications.
2. The existing alley rights-of-way, south of 10th Street, are remnants of a prior residential
subdivision and no longer serve their original functional purpose.
3. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve vehicular
connectivity between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue.
5. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular access to
1019 Perry Street, thereby maintaining site connectivity despite the reduction in public
right-of-way.
Conditions
1. Upon vacation of the subject right-of-way, the land shall continue to function in its
current state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue. The easements shall be of
sufficient width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating
emergency response vehicles.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity to 1019 Perry Street. The easements shall provide adequate width and
maintain unobstructed access.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
The staff report from the February 17, 2026, Plan and Zoning Commission meeting is attached.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Plan & Zoning Commission Staff Report
3. Application
4. Vicinity Map
5. Public Notice-Committee of the Whole
6. Public Notice-Plan & Zoning Commission
ORDINANCE NO. _________________
AN ORDINANCE FOR CASE ROW26-02 BEING THE REQUEST OF PALMER COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC TO
VACATE EAST 10TH STREET, BETWEEN PERRY STREET AND PERSHING AVENUE, AND THE ADJACENT
PUBLIC ALLEY RIGHTS-OF-WAY LOCATED NORTH AND SOUTH OF EAST 10TH STREET IN OUTLOTS 30
AND 31 OF LECLAIRE’S 2ND ADDITION.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA:
Section 1. The following described units of Scott County, Iowa real estate are hereby vacated (abandoned).
The property has the following legal description:
East 10th Street, between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue:
That part of East 10th Street located in Outlot 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition in the City of Davenport,
County of Scott, State of Iowa, more particularly described as follows:
Beginning at the southeast corner of Lot 3 in Palmer College Foundation 1st Addition, said point being
on the north right of way line of East 10th Street and the west right of way line of Pershing Avenue;
Thence South 01°50'01" East along said the west right of way line, a distance of 20.00 feet to the
south right of way line of East 10th Street;
Thence South 88°06'44" West along said south right of way line, a distance of 321.20 feet to the east
right of way line of Perry Street;
Thence North 01°51'27" West along said west right of way line, a distance of 20.00 feet to the north
right of way line of East 10th Street;
Thence North 88°06'44” East along said north right of way line, a distance of 321.21 feet to the Point
of Beginning.
The above-described parcel contains 6,424 square feet, more or less as shown by the attached ROW
Vacation Plat.
For the purpose of this description Bearings are based on the Iowa State Plane Coordinate System,
South Zone, North American Datum of 1983 (2011 Adjustment).
Public alley right-of-way north of 10th Street in Outlot 30 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition:
Part of a 20.00-foot public alley located in Outlot 30 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition in the City of Davenport,
County of Scott, State of Iowa, more particularly described as follows:
Beginning at the most southwesterly corner of Lot 3 in Palmer College Foundation 1st Addition,
recorded on September 15, 2021, at the Office of the Scott County Recorder as Document #2021-
31863, said point being on the north right of way line of East 10th Street;
Thence South 88°06'44" West along the north line of said East 10th street, a distance of 20.00 feet to
the west line of a public alley;
Thence North 01°50'34" West along said west alley line, a distance of 238.37 feet to the north line of
said public alley;
Thence North 87°15'17" East along said north line, a distance of 20.00 feet to the east line of said
public alley and the west line of Lot 3 in Palmer College Foundation 1st Addition;
Thence South 01°50'34" East along said east alley line and west lot line, a distance of 238.67 feet to
the Point of Beginning.
The above-described parcel contains 4,770 square feet, more or less as shown by the attached Alley
Vacation Plat.
For the purpose of this description Bearings are based on the Iowa State Plane Coordinate System,
South Zone, North American Datum of 1983 (2011 Adjustment).
Public alley rights-of-way south of 10th Street in Outlot 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition:
Part of a 14.33-foot public alley located in Outlot 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition in the City of Davenport,
County of Scott, State of Iowa, more particularly described as follows:
Beginning at the northwest corner of parcel F0033-06, recorded on August 28, 2023, at the Office of
the Scott County Recorder as Deed #2023-15282, said point being on the south right of way line of
East 10th Street;
Thence South 01°50'01" East along the east line of said public alley, a distance of 183.83 feet to the
north right of way line of East 9th Street;
Thence South 87°52'26" West along said north right of way line, a distance of 14.33 feet to the west
line of said public alley;
Thence North 01°50'01" West along said west line, a distance of 183.89 feet to the south right of way
line of East 10th Street;
Thence North 88°06'44" East along said south right of way line, a distance of 14.33 feet to the Point
of Beginning.
The above-described parcel contains 2,635 square feet, more or less as shown by the attached Alley
Vacation Plat.
For the purpose of this description Bearings are based on the Iowa State Plane Coordinate System,
South Zone, North American Datum of 1983 (2011 Adjustment).
Section 2. That the following findings and conditions are hereby imposed upon said request:
Findings
1. East 10th Street does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and does not
meet the required cross-sectional and construction specifications.
2. The existing alley rights-of-way, south of 10th Street, are remnants of a prior residential subdivision
and no longer serve their original functional purpose.
3. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and maintenance of existing
and relocated utility infrastructure.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve vehicular connectivity between
Perry Street and Pershing Avenue.
5. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular access to 1019 Perry
Street, thereby maintaining site connectivity despite the reduction in public right-of-way.
Conditions
1. Upon vacation of the subject right-of-way, the land shall continue to function in its current state
until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to, and
maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular connectivity
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue. The easements shall be of sufficient width and design to
provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating emergency response vehicles.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular connectivity
to 1019 Perry Street. The easements shall provide adequate width and maintain unobstructed access.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered during road
construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
Section 3. At its February 17, 2026, meeting, the City Plan and Zoning Commission voted to forward Case
ROW26-02 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings and
conditions.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any of the provisions of this ordinance are for any reason illegal or void, then
the lawful provisions of this ordinance, which are separable from said unlawful provisions shall be and
remain in full force and effect, the same as if the ordinance contained no illegal or void provisions.
REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby
repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective after its final passage and publication
as by law provided.
First Consideration ______________________________
Second Consideration __________________________
Approved _________________________________
Published in the Quad-City Times on _____________________________
Attest:
__________________________ __________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE | COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
To: All property owners within 500 feet of the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus
100 BLACK MEN
PO BOX 1585
DAVENPORT IA 52809 -1585
Plan & Zoning Commission Public Hearing Meeting
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Date: 3/4 /202 6 Time: 5: 30 PM Location: Council Chambers | City Hall | 226 W 4 St .
What is this About?
This notice is to inform you of an upcoming public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to
the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus Master Plan. The amendment would update the
Institutional Campus District to reflect recent property acquisitions and pro posed campus
improvements, including a new main entrance from Brady Street, construction of an academic
building, expanded parking, enhanced greenspace, traffic safety improvements on Perry Street,
and identification of future student housing sites along M ain Street. These changes are intended
to improve campus access, safety, and overall functionality while supporting long -term
institutional growth. See the attached Campus Master Plan for more information.
Request s /Case Description s:
1. Case ORD26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land
Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing
Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Case REZ26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street,
1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing
Avenue from R -MF Multi -Family Residential District and R -4C Single -Family and Two -
Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Case ROW26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive,
between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20 -foot -wide alley
right -of -way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Case ROW26 -02 : Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street,
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights -of -way
located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
Plan and Zoning Commission Recommendation:
At its February 17, 202 6 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ORD26 -01 be
forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed findings :
1. The land use plan is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Future Land Use Plan.
2. The land use plan amendment is appropriate for an 'Educational Facility -University or College'.
3. The proposed land use plan is generally consistent with the established institutional and
residential character of the area.
4. The land use plan is consistent with the principal uses permitted within the IC Institutional
Campus District.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment promotes the public health, safety, and welfare of the
City.
6. The proposed Campus Land Use Plan does not create any nonconformities.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case REZ 26 -01
be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings:
1. The zoning map amendment is consistent with the Davenport +2035 Land Use Plan,
which identifies the properties as 'Residential General'.
2. The proposed zoning map amendment to IC Institutional Campus District is appropriate
for an ancillary use of an 'Educational Facility -University or College'.
3. The zoning map amendment and submitted land use plan are compatible with the
established institutional and residential character of the area.
4. The proposed IC Institutional Campus District appropriately reflects the properties’ land
use context and functional relationship to the adjacent campus.
5. The proposed zoning map amendment will not impact the public health, safety, and
welfare of the City.
6. The proposed zoning map amendment does not create any nonconformities.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ROW26 -
01 be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. Palmer Drive does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and does
not meet the required cross -sectional and construction specifications.
2. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular circulation
from Brady Street to the alley from Palmer Drive, thereby maintaining site connectivity
despite the reduction in public right -of -way.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve emergency vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street.
Conditions:
1. Upon vacation of the subject right -of -way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and the north -south alley. The easements shall provide
adequate width and maintain unobstructed access to serve the properties located alon g
Brady Street.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Brady Street and Perry Street. The easements shall be of sufficient
width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating emergency
response vehicles.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
At its February 17, 2026 meeting, the Plan and Zoning Commission recommended Case ROW26 -
02 be forwarded to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to the listed
findings and conditions:
Findings:
1. East 10th Street does not conform to the City’s adopted roadway design standards and
does not meet the required cross -sectional and construction specifications.
2. The existing alley rights -of -way, south of 10th Street, are remnants of a prior residential
subdivision and no longer serve their original functional purpose.
3. Permanent utility easements are required to ensure continued access to and
maintenance of existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
4. Permanent ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve vehicular connectivity
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue.
5. Ingress and egress easements are necessary to preserve functional vehicular access to 1019
Perry Street, thereby maintaining site connectivity despite the reduction in public right -of -
way.
Conditions:
1. Upon vacation of the subject right -of -way, the land shall continue to function in its current
state until the conveyance process is completed.
2. The applicant shall record permanent utility easements to ensure continued access to,
and maintenance of, existing and relocated utility infrastructure.
3. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue. The easements shall be of
sufficient width and design to provide unobstructed access capable of accommodating
emergency response vehicles.
4. The applicant shall record permanent ingress/egress easements preserving vehicular
connectivity to 1019 Perry Street. The easements shall provide adequate width and
maintain unobstructed access.
5. To the greatest extent practicable, any historic or existing brick materials uncovered
during road construction activities shall be salvaged and provided to the City.
What are the Next Steps after the Public Hearing?
The public hearing on the above matter is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on March 4 , 202 6 in the Council
Chambers of the Davenport City Hall, 226 West 4th Street, Davenport, Iowa.
Would You Like to Submit an Official Comment?
You may submit written comments on the above item or attend the public hearing to express
your views, or both. Written comments may be sent via email to mayor.info@davenportiowa.com
or mailed to the Development and Neighborhood Services Department, at the below address, no
later than 12:00 noon on the day of the public hearing.
All written comments and protests already received will be forwarded to the Committee of the
Whole. The Committee of the Whole meeting can be viewed live at
www.davenportiowa.com/watchlive .
All documents related to the meeting (agenda included) are at “Meeting Minutes & Agendas”:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/meeting_minutes_agendas
Interpretive services are available at no charge. Servicios interpretativos libres estan disponibles.
TTY: (563) 326 -6145
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE | PLAN AND ZONING COMMISSION
To: All property owners within 5 00 feet of the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus
100 BLACK MEN
PO BOX 1585
DAVENPORT IA 52809 -1585
Neighborhood Meeting
Date: 1/27 /202 6
Time: 6 :0 0 PM
Location: Palmer Welcome Center Conference Room | 1005 N Brady Street
Plan & Zoning Commission Public Hearing Meeting
Date: 2/3/202 6
Time: 5:00 PM
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Location: Council Chambers | City Hall | 226 West 4 Street
What is this About?
This notice is being sent to inform you that a neighborhood meeting and a public hearing will be
held for a request to amend the Campus Land Use Plan for Palmer College of Chiropractic . The
proposed amendment to the Palmer College of Chiropractic Campus Master Plan updates the
Institutional Campus District to reflect recent property acquisitions, revised circulation and right -
of-way plans, and the addition of a new academic and gathering facility. The amendment
removes previously approved street closures a nd a mixed -use development, enhances pedestrian
safety and traffic flow —particularly along Perry Street —and identifies expanded green space and
potential sites for future student housing. Overall, the changes are intended to improve campus
access, safety, and functionality while supporting long -term institutional growth. See the attached
Campus Master Plan for more information.
Request s /Case Description s:
1. Case ORD26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to amend the Campus Land
Use Plan, generally bounded by West 12th Street, Harrison Street, 6th Street, and Pershing
Avenue. [Ward 3]
2. Case REZ26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to rezone 208 East 11th Street,
1111 Perry Street, 725 Perry Street, 727 Perry Street, 739 Perry Street, and 822 Pershing
Avenue from R -MF Multi -Family Residential District and R -4C Single -Family and Two -
Family Central Residential District to IC Institutional Campus District. [Ward 3]
3. Case ROW26 -01: Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate Palmer Drive,
between Brady Street and Perry Street, and the southern 60 feet of the 20 -foot -wide alley
right -of-way located in Outlot 20 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition. [Ward 3]
4. Case ROW26 -02 : Request of Palmer College of Chiropractic to vacate East 10th Street,
between Perry Street and Pershing Avenue, and the adjacent public alley rights -of-way
located north and south of East 10th Street in Outlots 30 and 31 of LeClaire’s 2nd Addition.
What are the Next Steps after the Neighborhood Meeting and Public Hearing?
The Plan and Zoning Commission will hold a formal public hearing at their meeting on February 3,
202 6 . The Plan and Zoning Commission will vote (provide a recommendation) to the City Counc il
at their meeting on February 17, 202 6 . The Commission’s recommendation will be forwarded to
the City Council, which will then hold its own public hearing. You will receive a notice of the City
Council’s public hearing. For the specific dates and times of subsequent meetings, please contact
th e Development & Neighborhood Services Department.
Would You Like to Submit an Official Comment?
As a neighboring property owner, you may have an interest in commenting on the proposed
request via email or in person at the public hearing. Send written comments to
planning@davenportiowa.com (no later than 12:00 PM one day before the public hearing) or to:
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Planning, 1200 E 46 St, Davenport IA 52807.
All documents related to the meeting (agenda included) are at “ Meeting Minutes & Agenda s”:
https://www.davenportiowa.com/government/meeting_minutes_agendas
Do You Have Any Questions?
If you have any questions or if accommodations are needed for any reason, please contact the
Development & Neighborhood Services Department at planning @davenportiowa.com or 563 -326 -
6198 . Interpretive services are available at no charge. Servicios interpretativos libres estan
disponibles. TTY: (563) 326 -6145
Please note items may be removed or tabled to a future hearing date at the request of the Applicant
or Commission/Board. Those interested in verifying case actions and/or tablings, please contact
Planning at 563 -326 -6198 or planning@davenportiowa.com for updates.
City of Davenport
Department: Community & Economic Development Action / Date
Contact Info: Bruce Berger | 563-326-7769 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution setting a Public Hearing on the proposed conveyance of 3.12 acres of City-owned
property located in the 3100 block of Research Parkway to Cornbelt Properties, LLC, Petitioner.
[Ward 8]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
In the late 1900s, prior to the creation of the Eastern Iowa Industrial Center (EIIC), the area
consisted of rural roads. The subject property encompasses approximately 3 acres of that
former road network. In 2021 and 2022, the Petitioner, Ryan Hintze of Cornbelt Properties, LLC,
a local developer of commercial and industrial properties, acquired parcels adjacent to this 3-
acre City-owned right-of-way (ROW) and submitted an application to the City to vacate the
ROW.
The vacation was approved by the City Council in 2022. However, a 9-acre parcel to the south
had not been developed and was under separate ownership. Most of the remaining properties
in the EIIC have been developed, with this parcel representing one of the last remaining areas.
Factors contributing to this include the small lot sizes, as well as the costs of access and road
construction for smaller developments.
In late 2025, Mr. Hintze reached an agreement with the remaining property owner of the
adjacent 9-acre parcel to the south, with acquisition expected in March 2026. Approval of this
offer will complete the assemblage of small parcels, creating an 18-acre development site within
the EIIC.
The City's 3-acre parcel generates no property tax revenue currently. The prospect of industrial
development, which is in demand in this area, would generate future property tax revenue and
job creation. Cornbelt Properties acquired the adjacent 6-acre site for roughly $25K/acre in
2022 and is closing on the adjacent 9-acre site at a cost of $30K/acre next month. The offer for
the L-shaped former ROW corridor is roughly $28K/acre for a total of $87,360.
While a 2025 appraisal of the property put the value of the City's 3 acres at around $54K/acre,
the functionality of the shape and size, coupled with comparability with recent adjacent sales
and the City's desire to encourage assemblage of an appropriately sized industrial development
parcel under one owner have led to staff's recommendation.
Approval of this Resolution will set the Public Hearing on the proposed conveyance for the
Committee of the Whole meeting on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the
Council Chambers at City Hall, 226 West 4th Street.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Map
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman Lienen.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION setting a Public Hearing on the proposed conveyance of 3.12 acres of City-owned
property located in the 3100 block of Research Parkway to Cornbelt Properties, LLC, Petitioner.
WHEREAS, the City of Davenport is the legal owner of certain property formerly designated as right-
of-way in the Eastern Iowa Industrial Center (EIIC) and has no current or future use planned, other
than to help provide access for a future development; and
WHEREAS, the City of Davenport has encouraged the assemblage of the smaller pieces of property in
this area to allow for industrial development; and
WHEREAS, the Petitioner is a local developer and has developed other industrial and commercial
projects in the EIIC and Quad Cities area; and
WHEREAS, the Petitioner now owns or controls all property surrounding the subject property and
intends to replat and develop it, or convey it for redevelopment; and
WHEREAS, transfer of this property is mutually beneficial to the City and the Petitioner; and
WHEREAS, a Public Hearing on the matter is required by law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that a Public
Hearing on the proposed conveyance of 3.12 acres of City-owned property located in the 3100 block
of Research Parkway to Cornbelt Properties, LLC, Petitioner, shall be held on Wednesday, March 18,
2026, at the Committee of the Whole meeting beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at
Davenport City Hall, 226 West 4th Street.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Development & Neighborhood Services Action / Date
Contact Info: Laura Berkley | 563-888-3553 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution approving Case F26-01 being the request of Blowing Up LLC for a final plat of Knight
Nation Addition, a 2-lot subdivision on 4.715 acres located at 743 Schmidt Road. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
The final plat of Knight Nation Addition subdivides approximately 4.715 acres (204,402 square
feet) of land into two industrial lots zoned I-2 Heavy Industrial District. The site is located along
Schmidt Road and is bordered in part by the Canadian Pacific Railroad, with surrounding
properties characterized by industrial and storage-related uses. Lot 1 contains approximately
3.957 acres (172,374 square feet) and Lot 2 contains approximately 0.754 acres (32,862 square
feet).
Plan and Zoning Commission Recommendation
The Plan and Zoning Commission reviewed Case F26-01 at its February 17, 2026, meeting and
recommended approval subject to the listed findings and conditions:
Findings
1. The final plat conforms to the comprehensive plan Davenport +2035.
2. The final plat prepares the area for future development.
3. The final plat (with conditions recommended by City staff) will achieve consistency with
subdivision requirements.
Conditions
1. That the surveyor signs the plat.
2. That the utility providers sign the plat when their easement needs have been met.
3. Revise Note 8 to read as follows, "A portion of Lot 2 is located within the Special Flood
Hazard Area and is subject to inundation by the 1% annual chance flood as shown on
Flood Insurance Rate Map #191630C0365H Effective Date April 11, 2024." Include the
Base Flood Elevation in the Note.
The February 17, 2026, Plan and Zoning Commission staff report is attached.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Final Plat
3. Application
4. Maps
5. Plan and Zoning Commission Staff Report
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman Lienen.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving Case F26-01 being the request of Blowing Up LLC for a final plat of Knight
Nation Addition, a 2-lot subdivision on 4.715 acres located at 743 Schmidt Road.
WHEREAS, the Plan and Zoning Commission reviewed Case F26-01 at its February 17, 2026, meeting
and recommended approval subject to the listed findings and conditions:
Findings
1. The final plat conforms to the comprehensive plan Davenport +2035.
2. The final plat prepares the area for future development.
3. The final plat (with conditions recommended by City Staff) will achieve consistency with subdivision
requirements.
Conditions
1. The surveyor signs the plat.
2. The utility providers sign the plat when their easement needs have been met.
3. Revise Note 8 to read as follows, "A portion of Lot 2 is located within the Special Flood Hazard Area
and is subject to inundation by the 1% annual chance flood as shown on Flood Insurance Rate Map
#191630C0365H Effective Date April 11, 2024." Include the Base Flood Elevation in the Note.; and
WHEREAS, the conditions will be added to the plat and/or provided.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that the final
plat of Knight Nation Addition to the City of Davenport, Scott County, Iowa, located in the Southwest
Quarter of Section 34, Township 78 North, Range 3 East of the 5th Principal Meridian, be and the
same is hereby approved and accepted; and the dedication for public street purposes and the granting
of easements as shown on said plat are accepted and confirmed by the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk
of said City; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk are hereby authorized and directed
to certify the adoption of this Resolution on said plat as required by law.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
FINAL PLAT
KNIGHT NATION ADDITION
TO THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, SCOTT COUNTY, IOWA, LOCATED IN THE
SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 78 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST
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APPROVAL SIGNATURES:
MAYOR DATE:
1. Owner: 3. Surveyor:
Blowing Up LLC Jerry D. Rogers CITY CLERK DATE:
4078 18th Avenue 2224 East 12th Street
Bettendorf, Iowa 52722 Davenport, Iowa 52803
FND. CUT "X"
Ph: (563) 386-4236 x CHAIRMAN PLAN & ZONE DATE:
2. Engineer:
Townsend Engineering 4. Attorney:
2224 East 12th Street Milissa Hoffmann CENTURY LINK DATE:
Davenport, Iowa 52803 Brooks Law Firm NOTES:
Ph: (563) 386-4236 3425 E. Locust Street
Davenport, Iowa 52803 1. MEASUREMENTS ARE SHOWN IN FEET AND DECIMAL PARTS THEREOF.
IOWA - AMERICAN WATER COMPANY DATE:
2. ALL PUBLIC UTILITIES SHALL BE LOCATED WITHIN EASEMENTS OR PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY.
3. COMPARE THE DESCRIPTION OF THIS PLAT WITH THE DEED, ABSTRACT OR CERTIFICATE OF TITLE; ALSO COMPARE ALL POINTS BEFORE MEDIACOM DATE:
BUILDING BY SAME, AND AT ONCE REPORT ANY DIFFERENCE.
THE MEASURED BEARINGS SHOWN
4. THIS SURVEY IS NOT VALID WITHOUT THE SURVEYOR'S SIGNATURE AND SEAL.
HEREON ARE BASED ON THE US STATE MIDAMERICAN ENERGY DATE:
PLANE COORDINATE SYSTEM, IOWA 5. ALL IMPROVEMENTS TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CITY OF DAVENPORT STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS. APPROVED SUBJECT TO ENCUMBRANCES OF RECORD M.E.C.
SOUTH ZONE (1402) GEOID 12A, NAD 83
6. BLANKET EASEMENTS GRANTED FOR SEWER, WATER, GAS, ELECTRIC, TELEPHONE, AND CABLE T.V. SERVICES TO INDIVIDUAL
(2011) EPOCH 2010.00. STRUCTURES WITHIN THE LOT WHERE THE STRUCTURE IS LOCATED. METRONET DATE:
7. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS ZONED I-2, INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT.
LEGEND: 8. NO PORTION OF THE SUBDIVISION IS LOCATED WITHIN THE FEMA DETERMINED SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD AREA SUBJECT TO INUNDATION
DEED DIMENSION = (0.00') BY THE 1% ANNUAL CHANCE FLOOD AS SHOWN ON FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAP #191630C0335D EFFECTIVE DATE MARCH 11, 2024.
FIELD DIMENSION = 0.00'
MONUMENTS FOUND: 9. NO SITE DEVELOPMENT IS PROPOSED WITH THIS SUBDIVISION.
AS NOTED = LAND SU
10. STORMWATER DETENTION AND WATER QUALITY TREATMENT WILL NOT BE REQUIRED FOR THIS SUBDIVISION BUT WILL BE REQUIRED
ED
MONUMENTS SET:
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BOUNDARY LINE = S
FENCE LINE = 11. THIS SUBDIVISION CONTAINS 204,402 S.F. 4.715 ACRES.
EASEMENT LINE =
SETBACK LINE= 12. SIDEWALKS SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED WHEN SO ORDERED BY THE CITY OF DAVENPORT. IO WA
SECTION LINE=
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Gary Statz | 563-326-7754 3/4/2026
Subject:
Second Consideration: Ordinance amending Schedule XI Resident Parking Only of Chapter
10.96 entitled "Schedules" of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, by adding 12th Street
along the south side from a point 50 feet west of Christie Street, west 24 feet. [Ward 5]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Ordinance.
Background:
The proposed ordinance amendment would designate one on-street parking space in front of
2127 East 12th Street as Resident Parking Only. This property is the only residential building
located on the south side of the 2100 block of East 12th Street; the remaining properties on the
south side of the block are commercial establishments. The request was submitted by the
property owner, who indicated that the availability of a dedicated resident space would improve
the marketability and occupancy of the unit. The north side of East 12th Street is already signed
as Resident Parking Only, making 2127 East 12th Street the only residential unit on this block
without access to a designated resident parking space.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SCHEDULE XI RESIDENT PARKING ONLY CHAPTER 10.96 ENTITLED
“SCHEDULES” OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF DAVENPORT, IOWA, BY ADDING 12TH STREET
ALONG THE SOUTH SIDE FROM A POINT 50 WEST OF CHRISTIE STREET, WEST 24 FEET.
Section 1. That Schedule XI Resident Parking Only of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, be
and the same is hereby amended by adding the following:
12th Street along the south side from a point 50 west of Christie Street, west 24 feet.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any of the provisions of this ordinance are for any reason illegal or
void, then the lawful provisions of this ordinance, which are separable from said unlawful
provisions shall be and remain in full force and effect, the same as if the ordinance contained no
illegal or void provisions.
REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance
are hereby repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective after its final passage and
publication as by law provided.
First Consideration ______________________________
Second Consideration __________________________
Approved ___________________________________
Published in the Quad-City Times on ____________________________
Attest:
__________________________ __________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Administration Action / Date
Contact Info: Brian Krup | 563-326-6163 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution approving street, lane, and public ground closure requests on the listed dates and
times for outdoor events.
Cornbelt Running Club; Brady Street Sprints; 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Thursday, July 23,
2026; Closure: Brady Street from 4th Street to Palmer Drive. [Ward 3]
Cornbelt Running Club; Junior Bix; 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Friday, July 24,
2026; Closures: East 4th Street from Pershing Avenue to River Drive; East 3rd Street from
Iowa Street to River Drive; and Iowa and LeClaire Streets from East 3rd Street to East 4th
Street. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Background:
In accordance with the City’s Special Events Policy, street, lane, and public ground closure
requests are subject to approval by the City Council upon recommendation of the Special
Events Committee.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Brady Street Sprints Info
3. Junior Bix Info
Resolution No. ________________
Resolution offered by Alderman Jobgen.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving street, lane, or public ground closure requests for the listed dates and times.
Cornbelt Running Club; Brady Street Sprints; 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Thursday, July 23,
2026; Closure: Brady Street from 4th Street to Palmer Drive. [Ward 3]
Cornbelt Running Club; Junior Bix; 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Friday, July 24, 2026; Closures: East 4th
Street from Pershing Avenue to River Drive; East 3rd Street from Iowa Street to River Drive; and Iowa
and LeClaire Streets from East 3rd Street to East 4th Street. [Ward 3]
WHEREAS, the City, through its Special Events Policy, has accepted the above applications for events
on the listed date and time that are requesting street, lane, or public ground closures; and
WHEREAS, upon review of the applications, it has been determined that streets, lanes, or public
grounds will need to be closed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that the
above street, lane, or public ground closure requests are hereby approved and staff is directed to
proceed with the closures.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
__________________________ ________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
2026 "Arconic Jr. Bix 7"
Children's fun run for kids 12 & under:
The Cornbelt Running Club is requesting to have 4th Street closed to traffic from River Dr. to
Pershing St. The hours of the closing would be from 12 noon until 9:00 pm. on Friday, July
24, 2026. Also, we request to have 3rd St. from Iowa St. to River Dr. closed for the same
period.
We also request to have no parking on 4th St. from River Dr. to Pershing St. and on 3rd St.,
Iowa St to River Dr. on that day (7/24/26).
The event is a children's fun run. The ages would be from 12 yrs. and under. The distances
would range from 7/10 of a mile to 70 yards.
Each age would have a separate race, so there will be several races going on.
We are requesting the proper police support to maintain a safe environment.
2026 "Arconic Jr. Bix 7"
Children's fun run for kids 12 & under:
The Cornbelt Running Club is requesting to have 4th Street closed to traffic from River Dr. to
Pershing St. The hours of the closing would be from 12 noon until 9:00 pm. on Friday, July
24, 2026. Also, we request to have 3rd St. from Iowa St. to River Dr. closed for the same
period.
We also request to have no parking on 4th St. from River Dr. to Pershing St. and on 3rd St.,
Iowa St to River Dr. on that day (7/24/26).
The event is a children's fun run. The ages would be from 12 yrs. and under. The distances
would range from 7/10 of a mile to 70 yards.
Each age would have a separate race, so there will be several races going on.
We are requesting the proper police support to maintain a safe environment.
City of Davenport
Department: Administration Action / Date
Contact Info: Brian Krup | 563-326-6163 3/4/2026
Subject:
Motion approving noise variance requests on the listed dates and times for outdoor events.
Kilkenny's; St. Patrick's Day Celebration; 300 West 3rd Street; 8:00 a.m. Saturday, March 14,
2026 - 12:00 a..m. Sunday, March 15, 2026; Outdoor music/band, over 50 dBA. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Pass the Motion.
Background:
These requests for noise variances have been received pursuant to the Municipal Code of
Davenport, Iowa, Chapter 8.19 Noise Abatement, Section 8.19.090 Special Variances.
Attachments:
None
City of Davenport
Department: Finance Action / Date
Contact Info: Jamie Swanson | 563-326-7795 3/4/2026
Subject:
Motion approving beer and liquor license applications.
A. New License, New Owner, Temporary Permit, Temporary Outdoor Area, Location Transfer,
Etc. (as noted):
Ward 1
Family Dollar Store 21879 (Family Dollar Stores of Iowa, LLC) – 2378 Rockingham Road – New
License – License Type: Class B Beer/Wine (Carry-Out)
Ward 3
Carriage Haus (Smoking Haus Entertainment) - 312 West 3rd Street - Temporary Outdoor Area
March 14-15 - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Daiquiri Factory (Daq Fac, LLC) - 303 West 3rd Street - Temporary Outdoor Area March 14-15 -
License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Kilkenny’s Pub & Eatery (Kilkenny’s Pub, Inc) - 300 West 3rd Street - Temporary Outdoor Area
March 14-15 - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Mac's Tavern (Failte, Inc) - 316 West 3rd Street – Temporary Outdoor Area March 14-15 -
License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
The Office (Local 563 Cocktail Lounge, LLC) - 116 West 3rd Street - Temporary Outdoor Area
March 14-15 - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Maldon Kitchen + Bar (Maldon, LLC) – 229 Brady Street #102 – New License – License Type:
Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
River Music Experience (Common Chord) – 131 West 2nd Street – Recurring License – License
Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Ward 4
Happy Joe's Pizza (Dynamic Restaurant Acquisition, Inc) - 1616 West Locust Street – New
License - License Type: Special Class C Beer/Wine (On-Premises)
Ward 5
Riley’s Sports Haus (The Clubhaus, LLC) – 2218 East 11th Street – New License/Owners -
License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Ward 7
El Gallo 502, LLC (El Gallo 502, LLC) – 3839 Brady Street – New License/Owners – License
Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
B. Annual License Renewals (with Outdoor Area as noted):
Ward 1
The Goods Spot (Inconvenience, Inc) - 2805 Telegraph Road - License Type: Class B Beer/Wine
(Carry-Out)
Ward 3
Cru 221 (Cru 221, LLC) - 221 Brady Street - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Golden Mart (Golden Mart, Inc) - 1026 West River Drive - License Type: Class E Liquor (Carry-
Out)
KCBrothers (KC 2 Brothers, Inc) - 214 Myrtle Street - License Type: Class E Liquor (Carry-Out)
Lopiez Pizza (Lopez Curse, LLC) - 429 East 3rd Street #1 - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-
Premises)
Redstone Room (Common Chord) - 129 Main Street - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-
Premises)
Ward 4
The Goods Spot (Inconvenience, Inc) - 1732 North Marquette Street - License Type: Class B
Beer/Wine (Carry-Out)
Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds (Mississippi Valley Fair, Inc) - 2815 West Locust Street - Outdoor
Area - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
The Pour House (Boss Lady, Inc) - 1502 West Locust Street - Outdoor Area - License Type:
Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Ward 5
Brew in the Village (3 Blessings, Inc) - 1104 Jersey Ridge Road - Outdoor Area - License Type:
Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Grumpy's Saloon (2118-2120, Inc) - 2120 East 11th Street - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-
Premises)
Ward 6
Buffalo Wild Wings (Blazin’ Wings, Inc) - 4860 Utica Ridge Road - Outdoor Area - License Type:
Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Camp McClellan Cellars (Julie Keehn) - 2302 East 11th Street - License Type: Class B Beer/Wine
(Carry-Out)
Crown Smoke & Vape (Crown Smoke & Vape, Inc) - 4810 Elmore Avenue - License Type: Class
E Liquor (Carry-Out)
El Compita (El Compita Mexican Bar & Grill in Kimberly, Inc) - 1720 East Kimberly Road -
License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Los Agaves Mexican Grill (Los Agaves, Inc) - 4876 Utica Ridge Road - Outdoor Area - License
Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Los Amigos (Los 3 Amigos 3, LLC) - 2843 East 53rd Street - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-
Premises)
QC Mart (Bethany Enterprises, Inc) - 2415 East 53rd Street - License Type: Class B Beer/Wine
(Carry-Out)
Ward 7
Lotus Asian Bistro (Double Chen Holdings, Inc) - 589 East 53rd Street - Outdoor Area - License
Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Ward 8
Super Market (Super Market, Inc) - 6723 Northwest Boulevard - License Type: Class E Liquor
(Carry-Out)
C. Request for 19/20-Year-Old Exemption
Ward 3
Redstone Room (Common Chord) - 129 Main Street - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-
Premises)
River Music Experience (Common Chord) – 131 West 2nd Street – Recurring License – License
Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Recommendation:
Pass the Motion.
Background:
These applications have been reviewed by the Police, Fire, and Zoning Departments.
Attachments:
1. Redstone Room 19-20
2. RME Courtyard 19-20
Swanson, Jamie
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Sent: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 9:39 AM
To: Swanson, Jamie
Subject: [EXT] 19/20-Year-Old Exemption Application Submitted - Receipt #2026-1 EK3RW
ATTENTION: This is an external email.
Tue, Feb 03, 2026 09:37
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19/20-Year-Old Exemption Application Submitted - Receipt #2O26-1EK3RW
To:Scharlet Clement <Scharlet.Clement@davenportiowa.com>
Rebecca Woolam <Rebecca.Woolam@davenportiowa.com>
Jim Odean <James.Odean@davenportiowa.com>
Jamie Swa nso n <Jamie.Swanson@davenportiowa.com>
From:contactus@davenportiowa.c om
Date:Tue, Feb 03, 2026 09:37
Subject:1 9/20-Year-Old Exemption Application Submitted - Receipt #2026-1 EK3RW
A citizen submitted the following information for one or more item(s) for which you are on the notification
list. The information sent to the citizen is as follows.
Item Cost Quantity Total
19/20-Year-Old Exemption Application
50.00 1 50.00
Application Fee: 50.00
Total $50.00
BUSINESS INFORMATION
Applicant/Legal Entity: Common Chord
DBA: RME Courtyard
131 W 2nd Street
Premises Address: 130
Business Phone Number: 563-223-8621
Retail Alcohol License #: applied
MONITORING AND PREVENTION PLAN
1
What is the proposed duration for the exemption? (Must be within or equal to the
effective dates of the active retail alcohol license.): 5/1/26-1/1/27
What is the primary purpose of the licensed premises/establishment?: Music venue and
rental space
What measures will be taken to ensure persons who are of legal age are easily
distinguishable from persons who are not of legal age?: Wristbands for persons 21 and
over. Checking IDs at the door and at the bar.
What measures will be taken to prevent persons who are of legal age from purchasing
and/or supplying alcohol to persons who are not of legal age?: Limiting the number of
drinks allowed with each person.
Which safeguards are in place to minimize subversions to the measures taken above?:
Wristbands given at the door and bar staff will follow protocol if ID appears to be fake.
Application Fee: $50.00
2
Swanson, Jamie
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Sent: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 9:39 AM
To: Swanson, Jamie
Subject: [EXT] 19/20-Year-Old Exemption Application Submitted - Receipt #2026-1 EK3RW
ATTENTION: This is an external email.
Tue, Feb 03, 2026 09:37
City of Davenport, Iowa
19/20-Year-Old Exemption Application Submitted - Receipt #2O26-1EK3RW
To:Scharlet Clement <Scharlet.Clement@davenportiowa.com>
Rebecca Woolam <Rebecca.Woolam@davenportiowa.com>
Jim Odean <James.Odean@davenportiowa.com>
Jamie Swa nso n <Jamie.Swanson@davenportiowa.com>
From:contactus@davenportiowa.c om
Date:Tue, Feb 03, 2026 09:37
Subject:1 9/20-Year-Old Exemption Application Submitted - Receipt #2026-1 EK3RW
A citizen submitted the following information for one or more item(s) for which you are on the notification
list. The information sent to the citizen is as follows.
Item Cost Quantity Total
19/20-Year-Old Exemption Application
50.00 1 50.00
Application Fee: 50.00
Total $50.00
BUSINESS INFORMATION
Applicant/Legal Entity: Common Chord
DBA: RME Courtyard
131 W 2nd Street
Premises Address: 130
Business Phone Number: 563-223-8621
Retail Alcohol License #: applied
MONITORING AND PREVENTION PLAN
1
What is the proposed duration for the exemption? (Must be within or equal to the
effective dates of the active retail alcohol license.): 5/1/26-1/1/27
What is the primary purpose of the licensed premises/establishment?: Music venue and
rental space
What measures will be taken to ensure persons who are of legal age are easily
distinguishable from persons who are not of legal age?: Wristbands for persons 21 and
over. Checking IDs at the door and at the bar.
What measures will be taken to prevent persons who are of legal age from purchasing
and/or supplying alcohol to persons who are not of legal age?: Limiting the number of
drinks allowed with each person.
Which safeguards are in place to minimize subversions to the measures taken above?:
Wristbands given at the door and bar staff will follow protocol if ID appears to be fake.
Application Fee: $50.00
2
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution accepting work completed under the Fairmount Library Roofing project by Sterling
Commercial Roofing, Inc of Sterling, Illinois, in the amount of $399,100, CIP #23093. [Ward 2]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution
Background:
This project consisted of the removal and replacement of the roof at the Fairmount Library,
including associated coping, gutters, and access ladders.
The total cost was $399,100 and was budgeted in CIP #23093.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION accepting work completed under the Fairmount Library Roofing project by Sterling
Commercial Roofing, Inc of Sterling, Illinois, in the amount of $399,100, CIP #23093.
WHEREAS, the City entered into a contract with Sterling Commercial Roofing, Inc of Sterling, Illinois,
for the Fairmount Library Roofing project; and
WHEREAS, work performed under the above-named project has been duly and fully completed by the
contractor in accordance with the terms of the contract; and
WHEREAS, the final cost of the contract was $399,100.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that work
completed under the Fairmount Library Roofing project by Sterling Commercial Roofing, Inc of
Sterling, Illinois, in the amount of $399,100 is hereby accepted.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution awarding a contract for Glaspell Street Rehabilitation project to CDMI Concrete
Contractors, Inc of Port Byron, Illinois, in the amount of $419,569.50, CIP #35062. [Ward 1]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
An Invitation to Bid was issued on January 30, 2026, and sent to contractors. On February 20,
2026, the Purchasing Division opened and read seven (7) bids. See attached bid tab. CDMI
Concrete Contractors, Inc of Port Byron, Illinois, was determined to be the lowest responsive
and responsible bidder.
This project is located along Glaspell Street from Rolff Street to Birchwood Court and Birchwood
Court from Glaspell Street to Farragut Place.
Proposed improvements include, but are not limited to, the furnishing of all labor, materials,
and equipment for the resurfacing of the existing asphalt pavement; resetting of all existing
utility surface features to finished grade; reconstruction of sidewalk at the intersections
including ADA ramp construction; topsoil; sodding; and erosion control.
Funding for this project is from CIP #35062 | Neighborhood Street Repair Program.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Bid Tab
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION awarding a contract for the Glaspell Street Rehabilitation project to CDMI Concrete
Contractors, Inc of Port Byron, Illinois, in the amount of $419,569.50, CIP #35062.
WHEREAS, the City needs to contract for the Glaspell Street Rehabilitation project; and
WHEREAS, CDMI Concrete Contractors, Inc of Port Byron, Illinois, was the lowest responsive and
responsible bidder.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that a contract
for the Glaspell Street Rehabilitation project is hereby awarded to CDMI Concrete Contractors, Inc of
Port Byron, Illinois, in the amount of $419,569.50.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution awarding a contract for the Jebens Avenue (West 61st Street to West 62nd Street)
Reconstruction project to Feldman Concrete of Dyersville, Iowa, in the amount of $231,458.60,
CIP #35062. [Ward 2]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution
Background:
An Invitation to Bid was issued on January 29, 2026, and sent to contractors. On February 23,
2026, the Purchasing Division opened and read eight (8) bids. See attached bid tab. Feldman
Concrete of Dyersville, Iowa, was determined to be the lowest responsive and responsible
bidder.
This contract is for the project located on Jebens Avenue from West 61st Street to West 62nd
Street.
Proposed improvements include the furnishing of all labor, materials, equipment, and services
necessary for the pavement reconstruction project, including but not limited to, pavement
removal, PCC pavement, full depth aggregate stone base material, subdrains, replacement of
the adjacent driveway approaches, ADA ramp construction, topsoil, sod, and other related
construction.
Funding for this project is from CIP #35062 | Neighborhood Street Repair Program.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Bid Tab
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION awarding a contract for the Jebens Avenue (West 61st Street to West 62nd Street)
Reconstruction project to Feldman Concrete of Dyersville, Iowa, in the amount of $231,458.60, CIP
#35062.
WHEREAS, the City needs to contract for the Jebens Avenue (West 61st Street to West 62nd Street)
Reconstruction project; and
WHEREAS, Feldman Concrete of Dyersville, Iowa, was the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that a contract
for the Jebens Avenue (West 61st Street to West 62nd Street) Reconstruction project is hereby
awarded to Feldman Concrete of Dyersville, Iowa, in the amount of $231,458.60.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution awarding a contract for the West 15th Street (Harrison Street to Brady Street) Mill
and Overlay project to CDMI Concrete Contractors, Inc of Port Byron, Illinois, in the amount of
$200,844.80, CIP #35062. [Ward 5]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
An Invitation to Bid was issued on January 27, 2026, and sent to contractors. On February 17,
2026, the Purchasing Division opened and read six (6) bids. See attached bid tab. CDMI
Concrete Contractors, Inc of Port Byron, Illinois, was determined to be the lowest responsive
and responsible bidder.
The proposed improvements include, but are not limited to, the furnishing of all labor,
materials, and equipment necessary for the milling and overlay of the existing asphalt roadway;
ADA sidewalk and ramps; resetting of all existing utility surface features to finish grade;
replacement of the adjacent alley approaches; paint striping; topsoil; sodding; and erosion
control.
Funding for this project is from CIP #35062 | Neighborhood Street Repair Program.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Bid Tab
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION awarding a contract for the West 15th Street (Harrison Street to Brady Street) Mill and
Overlay project to CDMI Concrete Contractors, Inc of Port Byron, Illinois, in the amount of
$200,844.80, CIP #35062.
WHEREAS, the City needs to contract for the West 15th Street (Harrison Street to Brady Street) Mill
& Overlay project; and
WHEREAS, CDMI Concrete Contractors, Inc of Port Byron, Illinois, was the lowest responsive and
responsible bidder.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that a contract
for the West 15th Street (Harrison Street to Brady Street) Mill and Overlay project is hereby awarded
to CDMI Concrete Contractors, Inc of Port Byron, Illinois, in the amount of $200,844.80.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution awarding a contract for the installation of traffic signals at the intersection of Brady
Street and Lombard Street to Davenport Electric Contract Company of Davenport, Iowa, in the
amount of $181,201.38, CIP #38015. [Ward 5]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
An Invitation to Bid was issued on January 27, 2026, and sent to contractors. On February 18,
2026, the Purchasing Division opened and read two (2) bids. Davenport Electric Contract
Company of Davenport, Iowa, was determined to be the lowest responsive and responsible
bidder and is recommended for award with Iowa DOT concurrence.
The project consists of the installation of new traffic signals at the Brady Street and Lombard
Street intersection.
The Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) provides funds through the Urban-State Traffic
Engineering Program (U-STEP) for safety or operational improvements on primary roadways.
Through this program, the DOT has agreed to fund 55% of the construction costs, up to a
maximum contribution of $71,500, for the installation of this traffic signal, with the remaining
budgeted in CIP #38015 | Brady at Lombard Traffic Signals.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Bid Tab
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION awarding a contract for the installation of traffic signals at the intersection of Brady
Street and Lombard Street to Davenport Electric Contract Company of Davenport, Iowa, in the amount
of $181,201.38, CIP #38015.
WHEREAS, the City needs to contract for the installation of traffic signals at the intersection of Brady
Street and Lombard Street; and
WHEREAS, Davenport Electric Contract Company of Davenport, Iowa, was the lowest responsive and
responsible bidder.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that a contract
for the installation of traffic signals at the intersection of Brady Street and Lombard Street is hereby
awarded to Davenport Electric Contract Company of Davenport, Iowa, in the amount of $181,201.38.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the
Belle Avenue (East Locust Street to Elm Street) Mill and Overlay project, CIP #35062. [Ward 5]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
This project will resurface Belle Avenue from East Locust Street to Elm Street. The fundamental
design approach utilized for this improvement is to remove the top surface through milling and
replace it with a new 2” thick asphalt surface, while patching identified areas of sub-base
failures. This approach extends the life of the pavement anywhere from 8 to 12 years,
depending on traffic load and climate factors.
The proposed improvements include, but are not limited to, the furnishing of all labor,
materials, and equipment necessary for the resurfacing of the existing asphalt roadway; full
depth patching; ADA sidewalk and ramps; resetting of all existing utility surface features to
finish grade; replacement of driveway approaches; replacement of the adjacent alley
approaches; topsoil; signage; and erosion control.
This project is budgeted in CIP #35062 | Neighborhood Street Repair Program.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Map
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the Belle
Avenue (East Locust Street to Elm Street) Mill and Overlay project, CIP #35062.
WHEREAS, plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost were filed with the City Clerk
of Davenport, Iowa, for the Belle Avenue (East Locust Street to Elm Street) Mill and Overlay project;
and
WHEREAS, notice of Hearing on the plans, specifications, and form of contract was published as
required by law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that said
plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost are hereby approved as the plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the Belle Avenue (East Locust Street to Elm
Street) Mill and Overlay project.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
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Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the
Riverfront Quiet Zone (City Right-of-Way) Improvements project, CIP #ARP12. [Wards 3 & 5]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
The Riverfront Quiet Zone project will construct approved railroad safety improvements
throughout the riverfront corridor spanning between Mound Street and Marquette Street to
create a quiet zone. Currently, the sounding of train horns is required by federal regulation at
all public at-grade crossings (CFR 49 Part 222). This consists of two long blasts, one short blast,
and one long blast. This rule was created for safety purposes but is disruptive in urban settings
due to the noise pollution it creates for nearby property owners. In recognizing that this impacts
quality of life for individuals and businesses, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
established a process to allow communities to reduce noise pollution caused by the sounding of
train horns at public at-grade crossings, provided they meet specific safety requirements and
measures. This process does not eliminate the use of train horns; it simply eliminates the
requirement to sound the horn in advance of each crossing. If vehicles and/or pedestrians are
near the crossing, the engineer is within their right and ability to sound the horn.
A quiet zone is established by improving the safety of each public at-grade railroad crossing
within a proposed zone. A risk assessment identifies potential ways the safety of any given
crossing may be improved. The FRA maintains a list of mitigation measures that are accepted
across the country. In the end, the method(s) selected are site-specific, depending on factors
such as geometry and available space. For the City of Davenport, these improvements consist
of two main components at nine at-grade public crossings:
• Improvements within City-owned right-of-way, and
• Improvements within CPKC-owned right-of-way.
These proposed plans are for improvements within City-owned right-of-way. These
improvements are scheduled to occur at nine at-grade public crossings (Mound Street, Onedia
Avenue, Carey Avenue, River Heritage Park, Pershing Avenue, Harrison Street, Ripley Street,
Gaines Street, and Marquette Street). Scope of work includes items such as removal of the
existing crossing warning devices, new reflective crossbucks (R15-1), and other appropriate
appurtenances, installation of roadway medians and sidewalk. Work occurring within CPKC-
owned right-of-way was approved by the City Council in the fall of 2025.
This project is budgeted in CIP #ARP12.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Map
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the
Riverfront Quiet Zone (City Right-of-Way) Improvements project, CIP #ARP12.
WHEREAS, plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost were filed with the City Clerk
of Davenport, Iowa, for the Riverfront Quiet Zone (City Right-of-Way) Improvements project; and
WHEREAS, notice of Hearing on the plans, specifications, and form of contract was published as
required by law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that said
plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost are hereby approved as the plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the Riverfront Quiet Zone (City Right-of-Way)
Improvements project.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the
PROTECT | 2nd and Gaines Flood Mitigation project, CIP #35067. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
The City of Davenport, in partnership with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), has
initiated a series of projects designed to enhance the reliability of the City’s transportation
network by reducing roadway closures and detours caused by Mississippi River flooding. This
proposed project, located at the referenced intersection and surrounding area, involves
elevating the roadway to remain passable up to Mississippi River stage 22. When combined with
other ongoing and targeted flood-mitigation projects, this improvement is integral to
establishing a permanent flood-detour route. The planned detour will begin on the west side of
the community at the intersection of Interstate 280 and U.S. Business 61 (West River Drive),
continue to Rockingham Road, transition to Marquette Street, and proceed to 4th Street, with
3rd Street serving as an alternate route. Both 3rd and 4th Streets connect to East River Drive,
which is expected to remain accessible to the eastern city limits up to Mississippi River stage 22.
This project will include the reconstruction of the existing roadway utilizing 10-inch portland
cement concrete (PCC) pavement over a 6-inch granular subbase, including the installation of
subdrains. The proposed improvements include, but are not limited to, the furnishing of all
labor, materials, and equipment necessary for the reconstruction of the roadway;
reestablishment of driveway and sidewalk connections to adjacent properties to match
proposed roadway elevations; storm sewer improvements; sidewalk and ADA-compliant ramp
improvements; pavement markings; erosion control; and other associated work necessary to
complete the project.
This project is budgeted in CIP #35067.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the
PROTECT | 2nd and Gaines Flood Mitigation project, CIP #35067.
WHEREAS, plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost were filed with the City Clerk
of Davenport, Iowa for the PROTECT | 2nd and Gaines Flood Mitigation project; and
WHEREAS, notice of Hearing on the plans, specifications, and form of contract was published as
required by law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that said
plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost are hereby approved as the plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the PROTECT | 2nd and Gaines Flood
Mitigation project.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the
Taxiway C and Terminal Apron Entrance Taxiways Reconstruction project at the Davenport
Municipal Airport, CIP #20016. [Ward 8]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
This project includes the removal and reconstruction of Taxiway C and its associated Terminal
Apron entrance taxiways, upgrades to the stormwater drainage system, and replacement of the
lighting systems. Originally constructed in the late 1940s, this infrastructure has reached the
end of its useful life. The work will include all necessary labor, materials, and equipment for
pavement reconstruction, pavement markings, manholes, drainage improvements, electrical
upgrades, and related improvements.
Construction funding is included in the proposed FY2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP),
including the required local match to a federal grant. Unlike most grant processes, the Federal
Aviation Administration (FAA) requires Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant applications to
be based on defined bid costs rather than estimates. As a result, the City must solicit bids prior
to applying for this opportunity. FAA guidelines require grant applications to be submitted by
May 1, 2026.
Following receipt of bids, a separate agenda item will be presented to the City Council for
consideration of contract award. The contract will include a provision making it contingent upon
successful grant award and FAA approval of the bidding process.
The project is budgeted in CIP #20016.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the
Taxiway C and Terminal Apron Entrance Taxiways Reconstruction project at the Davenport Municipal
Airport, CIP #20016.
WHEREAS, plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost were filed with the City Clerk
of Davenport, Iowa, for the Taxiway C and Terminal Apron Entrance Taxiways Reconstruction project
at the Davenport Municipal Airport; and
WHEREAS, notice of Hearing on the plans, specifications, and form of contract was published as
required by law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that said
plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost are hereby approved as the plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the Taxiway C and Terminal Apron Entrance
Taxiways Reconstruction project at the Davenport Municipal Airport.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution amending the Resolution of Necessity covering the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program,
CIP #35038. [Wards 4 & 5]
Recommendation:
Resolution amending the resolution of necessity covering the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program,
CIP #35038. [Wards 4 & 5]
Background:
As a part of the Alley Cost Share Program, alley reconstruction/resurfacing requests begin by
receiving a petition signed by 30% of the property owners on the block face. Staff then
provides cost estimates based on the following updated cost sharing:
• Residential | 25% property owner/75% City funds
• Commercial | 50% property owner/50% City funds
If more than 50% of the property owners wish to ‘opt out’ of the program, then the alley does
not move forward in the assessment process. This ‘opt out’ period has occurred, and the
following alleys have been identified to participate in the Program:
• Alley 1: The north-south alley between Brady Street and Perry Street from East 14th
Street to East 15th Street. (Resurfacing)
• Alley 2: The east-west alley between West 16th Street and West 15th Street from
Gaines Street and Scott Street. (Reconstruction)
As a part of the procedure for Iowa Code 384.51 for Special Assessments, the City is required
to adopt this Resolution.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Overall Location Map
3. Location Map - Alley 1
4. Location Map - Alley 2
5. Assessment Schedule
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION amending the Resolution of Necessity covering the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program, CIP
#35038.
WHEREAS, this Council heretofore provisionally adopted a Resolution of Necessity for the construction
of the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program; and
WHEREAS, this Council, after full investigation, deems it advisable to amend the proposed Resolution
of Necessity for said program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that:
A. The resolution of necessity provisionally adopted by this Council for the improvement
project referred to in the preamble hereof, be amended as follows:
- None -
B. The plat and schedule of assessments are hereby amended to conform to Part A hereof
and the engineers are instructed to make necessary changes therein.
C. Except as hereinabove determined, all objections are found to be without merit and are
denied.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
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City Council Approval Steps
STEP STATE CODE SECTION APPROVED
PLANNING/DESIGN
Prelim Resolution/Motion to Hire Engineers Code 384.42 12-10-2026
Motion Determining Property Values Code 384.46 1-14-2026
Res Approving and Adopting Prelim Plans,
Code 384.48 1-28-2026
Plats and Schedule
Proposed Resolution of Necessity Code 384.49 2-11-2026
Public Hearing on Resolution of Necessity Code 384.51 2-18-2026
Resolution Amending resolution of Necessity Code 384.51 Current
Resolution Overruling Objections Code 384.51 Current
Resolution Adopting Resolution of Necessity Code 384.51 Current
Resolution Ordering the Preparation of Current
Code 384.52, 26.7
Detailed Plans, Specs
Public Hearing on Plans and Specs and Cost Code 26.12
Resolution Approving Plans and Specs Code 384.52
POST-CONSTRUCTION
Resolution Accepting Work, Proportioning
Code 384.54
Cost to Be Assessed, and Ordering Payment
Resolution Adopting Final Assessment
Code 384.60
Schedule
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution overruling objections for the Resolution of Necessity covering the 2026 Alley Cost
Share Program, CIP #35038. [Wards 4 & 5]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution
Background:
As a part of the Alley Cost Share Program, alley reconstruction/resurfacing requests begin by
receiving a petition signed by 30% of the property owners on the block face. Staff then
provides cost estimates based on the following updated cost sharing:
• Residential | 25% property owner/75% City funds
• Commercial | 50% property owner/50% City funds
If more than 50% of the property owners wish to ‘opt out’ of the program, then the alley does
not move forward in the assessment process. This ‘opt out’ period has occurred, and the
following alleys have been identified to participate in the Program:
• Alley 1: The north-south alley between Brady Street and Perry Street from East 14th
Street to East 15th Street. (Resurfacing)
• Alley 2: The east-west alley between West 16th Street and West 15th Street from
Gaines Street and Scott Street. (Reconstruction)
The objections from the ‘opt out’ period are:
• Alley 1: 11 total properties, 1 objection
• Alley 2: 32 total properties, 3 objections
As part of the procedure for Iowa Code 384.51 for Special Assessments, the City is required to
adopt this Resolution to proceed with special assessments.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Overall Location Map
3. Location Map - Alley 1
4. Location Map - Alley 2
5. Assessment Schedule
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION overruling objections for the Resolution of Necessity covering 2026 Alley Cost Share
Program, CIP #35038.
WHEREAS, this Council heretofore provisionally adopted a Resolution of Necessity for the construction
of the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program; and
WHEREAS, this Council, after full investigation, has determined that it is in the best interest of the
municipality to construct such improvement, all as described in the said Resolution as amended.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that:
A. Any objections against the making of the aforementioned improvement, the boundaries
of the district, the cost, the assessment against any lot, or the final adoption of a
Resolution of Necessity are found by this Council to be without merit, and that the said
objections be and the same are hereby denied and overruled.
B. All resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith be and the same are hereby
repealed.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
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City Council Approval Steps
STEP STATE CODE SECTION APPROVED
PLANNING/DESIGN
Prelim Resolution/Motion to Hire Engineers Code 384.42 12-10-2026
Motion Determining Property Values Code 384.46 1-14-2026
Res Approving and Adopting Prelim Plans,
Code 384.48 1-28-2026
Plats and Schedule
Proposed Resolution of Necessity Code 384.49 2-11-2026
Public Hearing on Resolution of Necessity Code 384.51 2-18-2026
Resolution Amending resolution of Necessity Code 384.51 Current
Resolution Overruling Objections Code 384.51 Current
Resolution Adopting Resolution of Necessity Code 384.51 Current
Resolution Ordering the Preparation of Current
Code 384.52, 26.7
Detailed Plans, Specs
Public Hearing on Plans and Specs and Cost Code 26.12
Resolution Approving Plans and Specs Code 384.52
POST-CONSTRUCTION
Resolution Accepting Work, Proportioning
Code 384.54
Cost to Be Assessed, and Ordering Payment
Resolution Adopting Final Assessment
Code 384.60
Schedule
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution adopting the Resolution of Necessity covering the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program,
CIP #35038. [Wards 4 & 5]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
As a part of the Alley Cost Share Program, alley reconstruction/resurfacing requests begin by
receiving a petition signed by 30% of the property owners on the block face. Staff then
provides cost estimates based on the following updated cost sharing:
• Residential | 25% property owner/75% City funds
• Commercial | 50% property owner/50% City funds
If more than 50% of the property owners wish to ‘opt out’ of the program, then the alley does
not move forward in the assessment process. This ‘opt out’ period has occurred, and the
following alleys have been identified to participate in the Program:
• Alley 1: The north-south alley between Brady Street and Perry Street from East 14th
Street to East 15th Street. (Resurfacing)
• Alley 2: The east-west alley between West 16th Street and West 15th Street from
Gaines Street and Scott Street. (Reconstruction)
As a part of the procedure for Iowa Code 384.51 for Special Assessments, the City is required
to adopt this Resolution.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Overall Location Map
3. Location Map - Alley 1
4. Location Map - Alley 2
5. Assessment Schedule
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION adopting the Resolution of Necessity covering the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program, CIP
#35038.
WHEREAS, this Council heretofore provisionally adopted a Resolution of Necessity covering the 2026
Alley Cost Share Program; and
WHEREAS, this Council held a Public Hearing, as required by law, and heard all objections to the 2026
Alley Cost Share Program; and
WHEREAS, this Council previously amended the proposed Resolution of Necessity, as deemed
necessary; and
WHEREAS, this Council has overruled all objections regarding the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that the
Resolution of Necessity for the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program, as provisionally adopted on December
10, 2025, and as previously amended, is hereby adopted; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Council hereby directs the City Clerk to certify assessments and
deficiencies to the County Treasurer and Chief Building Inspector.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
2026 Alley Cost Share Program
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GAI NES ST BRADY S T
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M AIN ST
SCO T T ST
JB Young Intermediate
W 17TH ST
E 17 T H ST
W 16TH ST
KIRKW OOD BLVD
RIPLEY ST
W 16TH ST
W 15 TH ST PER RY ST
W 15TH ST
SCOT T ST
W 14TH ST E 1 4TH ST
W 14 TH ST
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P E R SHING AVE
BRADY ST PERR Y ST
E 14TH ST
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City Council Approval Steps
STEP STATE CODE SECTION APPROVED
PLANNING/DESIGN
Prelim Resolution/Motion to Hire Engineers Code 384.42 12-10-2026
Motion Determining Property Values Code 384.46 1-14-2026
Res Approving and Adopting Prelim Plans,
Code 384.48 1-28-2026
Plats and Schedule
Proposed Resolution of Necessity Code 384.49 2-11-2026
Public Hearing on Resolution of Necessity Code 384.51 2-18-2026
Resolution Amending resolution of Necessity Code 384.51 Current
Resolution Overruling Objections Code 384.51 Current
Resolution Adopting Resolution of Necessity Code 384.51 Current
Resolution Ordering the Preparation of Current
Code 384.52, 26.7
Detailed Plans, Specs
Public Hearing on Plans and Specs and Cost Code 26.12
Resolution Approving Plans and Specs Code 384.52
POST-CONSTRUCTION
Resolution Accepting Work, Proportioning
Code 384.54
Cost to Be Assessed, and Ordering Payment
Resolution Adopting Final Assessment
Code 384.60
Schedule
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution ordering preparation of detailed plans, specifications, notice of hearing, notice to
bidders, form of contract, and publication of the notice to bidders and notice of hearing
covering the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program, CIP #35038. [Wards 4 & 5]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
As a part of the Alley Cost Share Program, alley reconstruction/resurfacing requests begin by
receiving a petition signed by 30% of the property owners on the block face. Staff then
provides cost estimates based on the following updated cost sharing:
• Residential | 25% property owner/75% City funds
• Commercial | 50% property owner/50% City funds
If more than 50% of the property owners wish to ‘opt out’ of the program, then the alley does
not move forward in the assessment process. This ‘opt out’ period has occurred, and the
following alleys have been identified to participate in the Program:
• Alley 1: The north-south alley between Brady Street and Perry Street from East 14th
Street to East 15th Street. (Resurfacing)
• Alley 2: The east-west alley between West 16th Street and West 15th Street from
Gaines Street and Scott Street. (Reconstruction)
As a part of the procedure for Iowa Code 384.52 for Special Assessments, the City is required
to adopt this Resolution.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Overall Location Map
3. Location Map - Alley 1
4. Location Map - Alley 2
5. Assessment Schedule
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION ordering preparation of detailed plans, specifications, notice of hearing, notice to
bidders, form of contract and publication of the notice to bidders and notice of hearing covering the
2026 Alley Cost Share Program, CIP #35038.
WHEREAS, this Council has adopted the final Resolution of Necessity in connection with the 2026 Alley
Cost Share Program; and
WHEREAS, detailed plans and specifications, notice of hearing, notice to bidders, and form of contract
should be prepared and filed with the Clerk; and
WHEREAS, said notice of hearing should now be published and the hearing held; and
WHEREAS, said notice to bidders should now be published for the letting date determined.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that:
Section 1. The Project Engineer is hereby instructed to prepare and file with the Clerk detailed plans
and specifications covering the aforementioned Improvement Project.
Section 2. The Project Engineer and the City’s Attorney are hereby instructed to prepare and file with
the Clerk notice of hearing, notice to bidders, and form of contract covering the aforementioned
Improvement Project, publish said notice of hearing and notice to bidders and hold the hearing and
the letting.
Section 3. All resolutions, or parts thereof, that conflict with this resolution are hereby repealed to the
extent of such conflict.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
2026 Alley Cost Share Program
W LO CUST ST E L OCUST ST
GAI NES ST BRADY S T
W 18TH ST E 18 T H
M AIN ST
SCO T T ST
JB Young Intermediate
W 17TH ST
E 17 T H ST
W 16TH ST
KIRKW OOD BLVD
RIPLEY ST
W 16TH ST
W 15 TH ST PER RY ST
W 15TH ST
SCOT T ST
W 14TH ST E 1 4TH ST
W 14 TH ST
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E 15TH ST
P E R SHING AVE
BRADY ST PERR Y ST
E 14TH ST
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GAINES ST
W 16TH ST
SCO T T ST
W 15TH ST
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City Council Approval Steps
STEP STATE CODE SECTION APPROVED
PLANNING/DESIGN
Prelim Resolution/Motion to Hire Engineers Code 384.42 12-10-2026
Motion Determining Property Values Code 384.46 1-14-2026
Res Approving and Adopting Prelim Plans,
Code 384.48 1-28-2026
Plats and Schedule
Proposed Resolution of Necessity Code 384.49 2-11-2026
Public Hearing on Resolution of Necessity Code 384.51 2-18-2026
Resolution Amending resolution of Necessity Code 384.51 Current
Resolution Overruling Objections Code 384.51 Current
Resolution Adopting Resolution of Necessity Code 384.51 Current
Resolution Ordering the Preparation of Current
Code 384.52, 26.7
Detailed Plans, Specs
Public Hearing on Plans and Specs and Cost Code 26.12
Resolution Approving Plans and Specs Code 384.52
POST-CONSTRUCTION
Resolution Accepting Work, Proportioning
Code 384.54
Cost to Be Assessed, and Ordering Payment
Resolution Adopting Final Assessment
Code 384.60
Schedule
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution approving a grant agreement with the Iowa Department of Transportation in the
amount of $1,106,812 for the Utica Ridge Road and East 56th Street Roundabout project.
[Ward 6]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
The intersection of Utica Ridge Road and East 56th Street currently operates with stop control
on East 56th Street and experiences significant delays for side-street traffic, particularly during
peak periods. Traffic volumes have increased to the point that the intersection now meets
signal warrants, confirming that improvements are needed to address congestion and safety
concerns.
Both a traffic signal and a single-lane roundabout were evaluated. The roundabout offers
substantially greater safety benefits, reducing the likelihood and severity of right-angle and left-
turn crashes. In addition, the roundabout is expected to reduce vehicle emissions more
effectively than a traffic signal due to decreased idling and stop-and-go traffic.
To improve safety and reduce emissions, a grant application was submitted to the Iowa
Department of Transportation for the Iowa Clear Air Attainment Program (ICAAP) to construct a
roundabout at the intersection of Utica Ridge Road and East 56th Street. The air quality
benefits were a key factor in securing grant funding for the project.
The City was awarded 80% of estimated construction costs, not to exceed $1,106,812. The
City's required 20% match, plus design and right-of-way costs, is currently estimated to be
$515,000. Approval of this Resolution allows the City to accept the grant and move forward
with design.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Grant Agreement
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving a grant agreement in the amount of $1,106,812 with the Iowa Department
of Transportation for the Utica Ridge Road and East 56th Street Roundabout project.
WHEREAS, the City of Davenport (the “City”) is a political subdivision organized and existing under
the law and the Constitution of the State of Iowa (the “State”); and
WHEREAS, the Iowa Department of Transportation, through the Iowa’s Clean Air Attainment Program
(ICAAP), is offering a grant agreement to the City which will cover eligible costs related to the
roundabout project at Utica Ridge Road and East 56th Street; and
WHEREAS, the City has been awarded 80% of estimated construction costs, not to exceed $1,106,812,
with a required City match of 20%, plus design and right-of-way costs, currently estimated to be
$515,000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that a grant
agreement in the amount of $1,106,812 with the Iowa Department of Transportation for the Utica
Ridge Road and East 56th Street Roundabout project is hereby approved.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
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IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal-Aid Agreement for a
Iowa’s Clean Air Attainment Program (ICAAP) Project
Subrecipient: Davenport
Subrecipient Unique Entity Identifier: WJCNAUXKNRL7
Project Number(s): STP-A-1827(713)—86-82
Iowa DOT Agreement Number: 2026-ICAAP-01
This agreement, made as of the date of the last party’s signature below, is between the City of
Davenport (hereinafter referred to as Subrecipient) and the Iowa Department of Transportation, the
federal pass-through entity (hereinafter referred to as the Department). Iowa Code Sections 306A.7 and
307.44 provide for the Subrecipient and the Department to enter into agreements with each other for
the purpose of financing transportation improvement projects in Iowa with federal funds. Federal
regulations require federal funds to be administered by the Department. The federal-aid highway funds
included in this agreement are jointly implemented by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and
the Department.
The Subrecipient has received federal funding through the Iowa’s Clean Air Attainment Program (ICAAP),
which is funded by the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Program, as codified in Section
149 of Title 23, United States Code (U.S.C.); which are hereinafter referred to as ICAAP funds. The
Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) number and title for this funding is 20.205 Highway
Planning and Construction.
Pursuant to the terms of this agreement, applicable statutes, and administrative rules, the Department
agrees to provide the funding named above to the Subrecipient for the authorized and approved costs
for eligible items associated with the project.
Under this agreement, the parties further agree as follows:
1. The Subrecipient shall be responsible for carrying out the provisions of this agreement.
2. All notices required under this agreement shall be made in writing to the appropriate contact
person. The Department's contact person shall be Jared Smith, Local Systems Bureau, 800 Lincoln
Way, Ames, Iowa 50010, 515-239-1713. The Subrecipient's contact person shall be Jeri Vondera,
Assistant Traffic Engineering Manager, City of Davenport, Iowa.
3. The Subrecipient shall be responsible for the development and completion of the following
described project:
Utica Ridge Road & East 56th Street Roundabout
4. The Subrecipient shall receive reimbursement for costs of authorized and approved eligible project
activities from ICAAP funds. The portion of the project costs reimbursed with ICAAP funds shall be
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limited to a maximum of either 80 percent of eligible costs (other than those reimbursed with other
federal funds) or the amount listed $1,106,812 in the Bi-State Regional Commission current
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and approved in the current Statewide Transportation
Improvement Program (STIP), whichever is less. Eligible project activities will be as described in
Section 149 of Title 23, United States Code (U.S.C.) and determined by the Department to be eligible.
5. Eligible project costs in excess of the amount reimbursed by the Department above will be
considered the local contribution and may include cash, non-cash or approved state fund
contributions, subject to Department approval. The local contribution must equal a minimum of 20
percent of eligible project costs. The subrecipient shall certify to the Department the value of any
non-cash contribution to the project prior to it being incurred and in accordance with the procedures
outlined in the applicable Instructional Memorandum to Local Public Agencies (I.M.s). The
Department retains the sole authority to determine the eligibility and value of the Subrecipient’s
non-cash contribution for the purposes of this agreement. If the Subrecipient’s total cash and non-
cash contribution is determined by the Department to be less than that required by this agreement,
the Subrecipient shall increase its cash contribution or the grant amount associated with this project
shall be reduced accordingly.
6. The Subrecipient must have let the contract or have construction started within two years of
October 1, 2026. If the Subrecipient does not do this, they will be in default for which the
Department can revoke funding commitments. The Department may approve extensions of this
agreement for periods up to six months upon receipt of a written request from the Subrecipient at
least sixty (60) days prior to the deadline.
7. The Subrecipient shall provide a summary report measuring the success of its effect on vehicle
emissions to the Department upon completion of the project and prior to requesting final
reimbursement. The report will include before and after project emissions calculations comparing
new data compiled after project completion to the data submitted with the project application.
Through a quantitative analysis, the summary must show how many kilograms of pollutants
(including CO, VOC, NOx, and if applicable PM) have been reduced. The preparation of this summary
may require additional data collection or modeling. These tasks or services are not considered
project costs and are not eligible for reimbursement.
8. If the Subrecipient fails to perform any obligation under this agreement, the Department shall have
the right, after first giving thirty (30) days written notice to the Subrecipient by certified mail return
receipt requested, to declare any part or all of this agreement in default. The Subrecipient shall have
thirty (30) days from date of mailing of the notice to cure the default. If the Recipient cures the
default, the Subrecipient shall notify Department no later than five (5) days after cure or before the
end of said thirty (30) day period given to cure the default. The Department may thereafter
determine whether the default has, in fact, been cured, or whether the Subrecipient remains in
default.
9. This agreement may be declared to be in default by the Department if the Department determines
that the Subrecipient's application for funding contained inaccuracies, omissions, errors or
misrepresentations; or if the Department determines that the project is not developed as described
in the application and according to the requirements of this agreement.
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10. In the event a default is not cured the Department may do any of the following: a) revoke funding
commitments of funds loaned or granted by this agreement; b) seek repayment of funds loaned or
granted by this agreement; or c) revoke funding commitments of funds loaned or granted by this
agreement and also seek repayment of funds loaned or granted by this agreement. By signing this
agreement the Subrecipient agrees to repay said funding if they are found to be in default.
Repayment methods may include cash repayment, installment repayments with negotiable interest
rates, or other methods as approved by the Department.
11. The Subrecipient shall comply with Exhibit 1, General Agreement Provisions for use of Federal
Highway Funds on Non-primary Highways, which is attached hereto and by this reference is
incorporated into this agreement.
12. The Subrecipient shall maintain, or cause to be maintained for the intended public use, the
improvement for twenty (20) years from the completion date in a manner acceptable to the
Department.
13. This agreement is not assignable without the prior written consent of the Department.
14. If any part of this agreement is found to be void and unenforceable, the remaining provisions of this
agreement shall remain in effect.
15. It is the intent of both parties that no third-party beneficiaries be created by this agreement.
16. This agreement and the attached exhibit constitute the entire agreement between the Department
and the Subrecipient concerning this project. Representations made before the signing of this
agreement are not binding, and neither party has relied upon conflicting representations in entering
into this agreement. Any change or alteration to the terms of this agreement shall be made in the
form of an addendum to this agreement. The addendum shall become effective only upon written
approval of the Department and the Subrecipient.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, each of the parties hereto has executed this agreement as of the date shown
opposite its signature below.
SUBRECIPIENT: City of Davenport
By: ___________ Date , _______
Title: ___________________________________________
CERTIFICATION:
I, , certify that I am the Clerk of the city, and that
(Name of City Clerk)
, who signed said Agreement for and on behalf of
(Name of Mayor/Signer Above)
the city was duly authorized to execute the same by virtue of a formal resolution duly passed
and adopted by the city, on the day of , _______.
Signed: ___________________________________________
City Clerk of Davenport, Iowa.
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Transportation Development Division
800 Lincoln Way, Ames, Iowa 50010
Tel. 515-239-1664
By: __________________________________________ Date_______________________, ________
Debra Arp
Grant Team Leader
Local Systems Bureau
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EXHIBIT 1
General Agreement Provisions for use of Federal Highway Funds on Non-primary Projects
Unless otherwise specified in this agreement, the Subrecipient shall be responsible for the following:
1. General Requirements.
a. The Subrecipient shall take the necessary actions to comply with applicable state and federal
laws and regulations. To assist the Subrecipient, the Department has provided guidance in the
Federal-aid Project Development Guide (Guide) and the Instructional Memorandums to Local
Public Agencies (I.M.s) that are referenced by the Guide. Both are available on-line at:
https://iowadot.gov/local_systems/im/lpa-ims. The Subrecipient shall follow the applicable
procedures and guidelines contained in the Guide and I.M.s in effect at the time project activities
are conducted.
b. In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and associated subsequent
nondiscrimination laws, regulations, and executive orders, the Subrecipient shall not discriminate
against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. In
accordance with Iowa Code Chapter 216, the Subrecipient shall not discriminate against any
person on the basis of race, color, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion,
pregnancy, or disability. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with the requirements outlined in
I.M. 1.070, Title VI and Nondiscrimination Requirements which includes the requirement to
provide a copy of the Subrecipient’s Title VI Plan or Agreement and Standard DOT Title VI
Assurances to the Department.
c. The Subrecipient shall comply with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities
Act of 1990 (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), the associated
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) that implement these laws, and the guidance provided in I.M.
1.080, ADA Requirements. When bicycle and/or pedestrian facilities are constructed,
reconstructed, or altered, the Subrecipient shall make such facilities compliant with the ADA and
Section 504, which includes following the requirements set forth in Chapter 12A for sidewalks
and Chapter 12B for Bicycle Facilities of the Iowa DOT Design Manual.
d. To the extent allowable by law, the Subrecipient agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold the
Department harmless from any claim, action or liability arising out of the design, construction,
maintenance, placement of traffic control devices, inspection, or use of this project. This
agreement to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless applies to all aspects of the Department's
application review and approval process, plan and construction reviews, and funding
participation.
e. As required by 2 CFR 200.501 “Audit Requirements,” a non-federal entity expending $750,000 or
more in federal awards in a year shall have a single or program-specific audit conducted for that
year in accordance with the provision of that part. Auditee responsibilities are addressed in
Subpart F of 2 CFR 200. The federal funds provided by this agreement shall be reported on the
appropriate Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) using the Catalog of Federal
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Domestic Assistance (CFDA) number and title as shown in this agreement. If the Subrecipient will
pay initial project costs and request reimbursement from the Department, the Subrecipient shall
report this project on its SEFA. If the Department will pay initial project costs and then credit
those accounts from which initial costs were paid, the Department will report this project on its
SEFA. In this case, the Subrecipient shall not report this project on its SEFA.
f. The Subrecipient shall supply the Department with all information required by the Federal
Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 and 2 CFR Part 170.
g. The Subrecipient shall comply with the following Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
requirements:
i. The Subrecipient shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in
the award and performance of any Department-assisted contract or in the administration of
its DBE program or the requirements of 49 CFR Part 26. The Subrecipient shall take all
necessary and reasonable steps under 49 CFR Part 26 to ensure nondiscrimination in the
award and administration of Department-assisted contracts.
ii. The Subrecipient shall comply with the requirements of I.M. 5.010, DBE Guidelines.
iii. The Department’s DBE program, as required by 49 CFR Part 26 and as approved by the
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), is incorporated by reference in this agreement.
Implementation of this program is a legal obligation and failure to carry out its terms shall be
treated as a violation of this agreement. Upon notification to the Subrecipient of its failure to
carry out its approved program, the Department may impose sanctions as provided for under
Part 26 and may, in appropriate cases, refer the matter for enforcement under 18 U.S.C. 1001
and the Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act of 1986 (31 U.S.C. 3801 et seq.).
h. Termination of funds. Notwithstanding anything in this agreement to the contrary, and subject to
the limitations set forth below, the Department shall have the right to terminate this agreement
without penalty and without any advance notice as a result of any of the following: 1) The federal
government, legislature or governor fail in the sole opinion of the Department to appropriate
funds sufficient to allow the Department to either meet its obligations under this agreement or
to operate as required and to fulfill its obligations under this agreement; or 2) If funds are de-
appropriated, reduced, not allocated, or receipt of funds is delayed, or if any funds or revenues
needed by the Department to make any payment hereunder are insufficient or unavailable for
any other reason as determined by the Department in its sole discretion; or 3) If the
Department’s authorization to conduct its business or engage in activities or operations related
to the subject matter of this agreement is withdrawn or materially altered or modified. The
Department shall provide the Subrecipient with written notice of termination pursuant to this
section.
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2. Programming and Federal Authorization.
a. The Subrecipient shall be responsible for including the project in the appropriate Regional
Planning Affiliation (RPA) or Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Transportation
Improvement Program (TIP). The Subrecipient shall also ensure that the appropriate RPA or
MPO, through their TIP submittal to the Department, includes the project in the Statewide
Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). If the project is not included in the appropriate
fiscal year of the STIP, federal funds cannot be authorized.
b. Before beginning any work for which federal funding reimbursement will be requested, the
Subrecipient shall contact the Department to obtain the procedures necessary to secure FHWA
authorization. The Subrecipient shall submit a written request for FHWA authorization to the
Department. After reviewing the Subrecipient’s request, the Department will forward the
request to the FHWA for authorization and obligation of federal funds. The Department will
notify the Subrecipient when FHWA authorization is obtained. The cost of work performed prior
to FHWA authorization will not be reimbursed with federal funds.
c. Upon receiving FHWA authorization, the Subrecipient must show federal aid funding activity to
receive the programmed amount authorized for the project. If there is no funding activity for
nine or more months after the previous activity, the remaining unused programmed amount will
be de-obligated from the project and there will be no further federal aid reimbursement issued
for the project. If the Subrecipient knows in advance that funding activity will not occur for the
nine months, the Contract Administrator needs to be notified to determine if programming of
funds can be adjusted or other options can be explored.
d. Upon receipt of Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) authorization a Federal Award
Identification Number (FAIN) will be assigned to this project by the FHWA based on a
methodology that incorporates identifying information about the federal award such as the
federal funding program code and the federal project number. This FAIN will be used to identify
this project and award on the federal government’s listing of financial assistance awards
consistent with the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 (FFATA) at
usaspending.gov.
e. A period of performance for this federal funding award will be established at the time of FHWA
authorization. The start date of the period of performance will be the FHWA authorization date.
The project end date (PED) will be determined according to the methodology in I.M. 1.200,
Federal Funds Management. Costs incurred before the start date or after the PED of the period
of performance will not be eligible for reimbursement.
3. Federal Participation in Work Performed by Subrecipient Employees.
a. If federal reimbursement will be requested for engineering, construction inspection, right-of-way
acquisition or other services provided by employees of the Subrecipient, the Subrecipient shall
follow the procedures in I.M. 3.330, Federal-aid Participation in In-House Services.
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b. If federal reimbursement will be requested for construction performed by employees of the
Subrecipient, the Subrecipient shall follow the procedures in I.M. 6.010, Federal-aid Construction
by Local Agency Forces.
c. If the Subrecipient desires to claim indirect costs associated with work performed by its
employees, the Subrecipient shall prepare and submit to the Department an indirect cost rate
proposal and related documentation in accordance with the requirements of 2 CFR 200. Before
incurring any indirect costs, such indirect cost rate proposal shall be certified by the FHWA or the
federal agency providing the largest amount of federal funds to the Subrecipient. If approved,
the approved indirect cost rate shall be incorporated by means of an addendum to this
agreement.
4. Design and Consultant Services
a. The Subrecipient shall be responsible for the design of the project, including all necessary plans,
specifications, and estimates (PS&E). The project shall be designed in accordance with the design
guidelines provided or referenced by the Department in the Guide and applicable I.M.s.
b. If the Subrecipient requests federal funds for consultant services, the Subrecipient and the
Consultant shall prepare a contract for consultant services in accordance with 23 CFR Part 172.
These regulations require a qualifications-based selection process. The Subrecipient shall follow
the procedures for selecting and using consultants outlined in I.M. 3.310, Federal-aid
Participation in Consultant Costs.
5. Environmental Requirements and other Agreements or Permits.
a. The Subrecipient shall take the appropriate actions and prepare the necessary documents to
fulfill the FHWA requirements for project environmental studies including historical/cultural
reviews and location approval. The Subrecipient shall complete any mitigation agreed upon in
the FHWA approval document. These procedures are set forth in I.M. 3.020, Concept Statement
Instructions; 4.020, NEPA Process; 4.110, Threatened and Endangered Species; and 4.120,
Cultural Resource Regulations.
b. If farmland is to be acquired, whether for use as project right-of-way or permanent easement,
the Subrecipient shall follow the procedures in I.M. 4.170, Farmland Protection Policy Act.
c. The Subrecipient shall obtain project permits and approvals, when necessary, from the Iowa
Department of Cultural Affairs (State Historical Society of Iowa; State Historic Preservation
Officer), Iowa Department of Natural Resources, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers,
the Department, or other agencies as required. The Subrecipient shall follow the procedures in
I.M. 4.130, 404 Permit Process; 4.140, Storm Water Permits; 4.150, Iowa DNR Floodplain Permits
and Regulations; 4.160, Asbestos Inspection, Removal and Notification Requirements; and 4.190,
Highway Improvements in the Vicinity of Airports or Heliports.
d. In all contracts entered into by the Subrecipient, and all subcontracts, in connection with this
project that exceed $100,000, the Subrecipient shall comply with the requirements of Section
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114 of the Clean Air Act and Section 308 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, and all their
regulations and guidelines. In such contracts, the Subrecipient shall stipulate that any facility to
be utilized in performance of or to benefit from this agreement is not listed on the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) List of Violating Facilities or is under consideration to be
listed.
6. Right-of-Way, Railroads and Utilities.
a. The Subrecipient shall acquire the project right-of-way, whether by lease, easement, or fee title,
and shall provide relocation assistance benefits and payments in accordance with the procedures
set forth in I.M. 3.600, Right-of-Way Acquisition, and the Department's Right of Way Bureau
Local Public Agency Manual. The Subrecipient shall contact the Department for assistance, as
necessary, to ensure compliance with the required procedures, even if no federal funds are used
for right-of-way activities. The Subrecipient shall obtain environmental concurrence before
acquiring any needed right-of-way. With prior approval, hardship and protective buying is
possible. If the Subrecipient requests federal funding for right-of-way acquisition, the
Subrecipient shall also obtain FHWA authorization before purchasing any needed right-of-way.
b. If the project right-of-way is federally funded and if the actual construction is not undertaken by
the close of the twentieth fiscal year following the fiscal year in which the federal funds were
authorized, the Subrecipient shall repay the amount of federal funds reimbursed for right-of-way
costs to the Department.
c. If a railroad crossing or railroad tracks are within or adjacent to the project limits, the
Subrecipient shall obtain agreements, easements, or permits as needed from the railroad. The
Subrecipient shall follow the procedures in I.M. 3.670, Work on Railroad Right-of-Way, and I.M.
3.680, Federal-aid Projects Involving Railroads.
d. The Subrecipient shall comply with the Policy for Accommodating Utilities on City and County
Federal-aid Highway Right of Way for projects on non-primary federal-aid highways. For projects
connecting to or involving some work inside the right-of-way for a primary highway, the
Subrecipient shall follow the Department’s Policy for Accommodating Utilities on Primary Road
System. Certain utility relocation, alteration, adjustment, or removal costs to the Subrecipient for
the project may be eligible for federal funding reimbursement. The Subrecipient should also use
the procedures outlined in I.M. 3.640, Utility Accommodation and Coordination, as a guide to
coordinating with utilities.
e. If the Subrecipient desires federal reimbursement for utility costs, it shall submit a request for
FHWA authorization prior to beginning any utility relocation work, in accordance with the
procedures outlined in I.M. 3.650, Federal-aid Participation in Utility Relocations.
7. Construction Contract Procurement.
The following provisions apply only to projects involving physical construction or improvements to
transportation facilities:
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a. The project plans, specifications, and cost estimate (PS&E) shall be prepared and certified by a
professional engineer, architect, or landscape architect, as applicable, licensed in the State of
Iowa.
b. For projects let through the Department, the Subrecipient shall be responsible for the following:
i. Prepare and submit the PS&E and other contract documents to the Department for review
and approval in accordance with I.M. 3.700, Check and Final Plans and I.M. 3.500, Bridge or
Culvert Plans, as applicable.
ii. The contract documents shall use the Department's Standard Specifications for Highway and
Bridge Construction. Prior to their use in the PS&E, specifications developed by the
Subrecipient for individual construction items shall be approved by the Department.
iii. Follow the procedures in I.M. 5.030, Iowa DOT Letting Process, to analyze the bids received,
make a decision to either award a contract to the lowest responsive bidder or reject all bids,
and if a contract is awarded, execute the contract documents in Doc Express.
c. For projects that are let locally by the Subrecipient, the Subrecipient shall follow the procedures
in I.M. 5.120, Local Letting Process, Federal-aid.
d. The Subrecipient shall forward a completed Project Development Certification (Form 730002) to
the Department in accordance with I.M. 5.050, Project Development Certification Instructions.
The project shall not receive FHWA authorization for construction or be advertised for bids until
after the Department has reviewed and approved the Project Development Certification.
e. If the Subrecipient is a city, the Subrecipient shall comply with the public hearing requirements of
the Iowa Code section 26.12.
f. The Subrecipient shall not provide the contractor with notice to proceed until after receiving
notice in Doc Express that the Department has concurred in the contract award.
8. Construction.
a. A full-time employee of the Subrecipient shall serve as the person in responsible charge of the
construction project. For cities that do not have any full-time employees, the mayor or city clerk
will serve as the person in responsible charge, with assistance from the Department.
b. Traffic control devices, signing, or pavement markings installed within the limits of this project
shall conform to the "Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways" per
761 IAC Chapter 130. The safety of the general public shall be assured through the use of proper
protective measures and devices such as fences, barricades, signs, flood lighting, and warning
lights as necessary.
c. For projects let through the Department, the project shall be constructed under the
Department's Standard Specifications for Highway and Bridge Construction and the Subrecipient
shall comply with the procedures and responsibilities for materials testing according to the
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Department's Materials I.M.s applicable to the letting. Available on-line at:
https://www.iowadot.gov/erl/index.html.
d. For projects let locally, the Subrecipient shall provide materials testing and certifications as
required by the approved specifications.
e. If the Department provides any materials testing services to the Subrecipient, the Department
will bill the Subrecipient for such testing services according to its normal policy as per Materials
I.M. 103, Inspection Services Provided to Counties, Cities, and Other State Agencies.
f. The Subrecipient shall follow the procedures in I.M. 6.000, Construction Inspection, and the
Department’s Construction Manual, as applicable, for conducting construction inspection
activities.
9. Reimbursements.
a. After costs have been incurred, the Subrecipient shall submit to the Department periodic
itemized claims for reimbursement for eligible project costs. Requests for reimbursement shall
be made at least once every six months but not more than bi-weekly.
b. To ensure proper accounting of costs, reimbursement requests for costs incurred prior to June 30
shall be submitted to the Department by August 1.
c. Reimbursement claims shall include a certification that all eligible project costs, for which
reimbursement is requested, have been reviewed by an official or governing board of the
Subrecipient, are reasonable and proper, have been paid in full, and were completed in
substantial compliance with the terms of this agreement.
d. Reimbursement claims shall be submitted on forms identified by the Department along with all
required supporting documentation. The Department will reimburse the Subrecipient for
properly documented and certified claims for eligible project costs. The Department may
withhold up to 5% of the federal share of construction costs or 5% of the total federal funds
available for the project, whichever is less. Reimbursement will be made either by state warrant
or by crediting other accounts from which payment was initially made. If, upon final audit or
review, the Department determines the Subrecipient has been overpaid, the Subrecipient shall
reimburse the overpaid amount to the Department. After the final audit or review is complete
and after the Subrecipient has provided all required paperwork, the Department will release the
federal funds withheld.
e. The total funds collected by the Subrecipient for this project shall not exceed the total project
costs. The total funds collected shall include any federal or state funds received, any special
assessments made by the Subrecipient (exclusive of any associated interest or penalties)
pursuant to Iowa Code Chapter 384 (cities) or Chapter 311 (counties), proceeds from the sale of
excess right-of-way, and any other revenues generated by the project. The total project costs
shall include all costs that can be directly attributed to the project. In the event that the total
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funds collected by the Subrecipient do exceed the total project costs, the Subrecipient shall
either:
i. in the case of special assessments, refund to the assessed property owners the excess special
assessments collected (including interest and penalties associated with the amount of the
excess), or
ii. Refund to the Department all funds collected in excess of the total project costs (including
interest and penalties associated with the amount of the excess) within 60 days of the receipt
of any excess funds. In return, the Department will either credit reimbursement billings to
the FHWA or credit the appropriate state fund account in the amount of refunds received
from the Subrecipient.
10. Project Close-out.
a. Within 30 days of completion of construction or other activities authorized by this agreement,
the Subrecipient shall provide written notification to the Department and request a final audit, in
accordance with the procedures in I.M. 6.110, Final Review, Audit, and Close-out Procedures for
Federal-aid, Federal-aid Swap, and Farm-to-Market Projects. Failure to comply with the
procedures will result in loss of federal funds remaining to be reimbursed and the repayment of
funds already reimbursed. The Subrecipient may be suspended from receiving federal funds on
future projects.
b. For construction projects, the Subrecipient shall provide a certification by a professional
engineer, architect, or landscape architect as applicable, licensed in the State of Iowa, indicating
the construction was completed in substantial compliance with the project plans and
specifications.
c. Final reimbursement of federal funds shall be made only after the Department accepts the
project as complete.
d. The Subrecipient shall maintain all books, documents, papers, accounting records, reports, and
other evidence pertaining to costs incurred for the project. The Subrecipient shall also make
these materials available at all reasonable times for inspection by the Department, FHWA, or any
authorized representatives of the federal government. Copies of these materials shall be
furnished by the Subrecipient if requested. Such documents shall be retained for at least 3 years
from the date of FHWA approval of the final closure document. Upon receipt of FHWA approval
of the final closure document, the Department will notify the Subrecipient of the record
retention date.
e. The Subrecipient shall maintain, or cause to be maintained, the completed improvement in a
manner acceptable to the Department and the FHWA.
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City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution approving a cost-share and reimbursement agreement with the Iowa Department of
Transportation for three projects on Kimberly Road. [Wards 2, 6, & 7]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
The Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) is scheduled to perform work along three
sections of Kimberly Road (U.S. Highway 6) within city limits. The project limits are:
1. HMA resurfacing | Fairmount Street to Division Street
2. HMA resurfacing | Gaines Street to Brady Street
3. New HMA-paved shoulders | Elmore Avenue to Utica Ridge Road (Bettendorf)
As detailed in the separate “Agreement for Maintenance and Repair of Primary Roads in
Municipalities” and in accordance with applicable Iowa Code, portions of the corridor are
specifically the responsibility of the City to maintain. These items would include sewer repairs
and adjustments, patching associated with City-owned streets, and items pertaining to surface
drainage, traffic signals, and ADA-related infrastructure.
While performing the two resurfacing projects, IDOT will impact existing City-owned traffic
loops. Rather than replace them, the state has agreed to provide a credit to the City utilizing a
fair and reasonable price for each one disturbed. This is estimated to total $100,800. These
funds will be used afterward to upgrade the traffic signals from in-pavement loops to a camera-
based system, which is the standard for new signal projects within the City. This will require
approximately $25,000 in additional funds from the Traffic Engineering budget.
At the City’s request and cost, IDOT will be providing a curb cut and ADA-compliant sidewalks
at Main Street during the Gaines Street to Brady Street resurfacing. The estimated cost is
$18,069.68. Lastly, during the design phase for Fairmount to Division, it was discovered that
two sewer manholes need minor adjustments. The City requested this work be included within
that project’s scope at an estimated City cost of $18,756.83. Funding for these two projects will
come from a combination of the Civic Access Program and Traffic Control Program.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Agreement
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving a cost-share and reimbursement agreement with the Iowa Department of
Transportation for three projects on Kimberly Road.
WHEREAS, the Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) is performing three projects along Kimberly
Road; and
WHEREAS, IDOT will need to reimburse the City for disruption of traffic loops during the resurfacing
of Fairmount Street to Division Street and Gaines Street to Brady Street; and
WHEREAS, the City has requested work be added to these projects for City-owned infrastructure,
including sewer repairs and adjustments, patching on City-owned streets, and work pertaining to
surface drainage, traffic signals, and ADA-related items.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that a cost-
share and reimbursement agreement with the Iowa Department of Transportation for three projects
on Kimberly Road is hereby approved.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
November 2025
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Preconstruction Agreement
For Primary Road Project
County Scott
City Davenport
Project No. NHSX-006-9(088)--3H-82
HMA Resurfacing
NHSN-006-9(089)--2R-82
HMA Paved Shoulders - New
NHSX-006-9(090)--3H-82
HMA Resurfacing
Iowa DOT
Agreement No. 2026-6-072
Staff Action No.
This Agreement, is entered into by and between the Iowa Department of Transportation, hereinafter
designated "DOT”, and the city of Davenport, Iowa, a Local Public Agency, hereinafter designated "LPA”,
in accordance with Iowa Code Chapters 28E.12, 306, 306A and 313.4 as applicable;
The DOT proposes to establish or make improvements to U.S. 6 within Scott County, Iowa; and
The DOT and the LPA are willing to jointly participate in said project, in the manner hereafter provided;
and
This Agreement reflects the current concept of this project which is subject to modification by mutual
agreement between the LPA and the DOT; and
Therefore, it is agreed as follows:
1. Project Information
a. The DOT shall design, let, and inspect construction of the following described projects in accordance
with the project plans and DOT Standard Specifications:
NHSX-006-9(088)--3H-82: Hot mix asphalt (HMA) resurfacing on U.S. 6 (Kimberly Road) from
Fairmount Street to Division Street in the city of Davenport.
NHSN-006-9(089)--2R-82: New HMA paved shoulders on U.S. 6 from Elmore Avenue in the city
of Davenport to Utica Ridge Road in the city of Bettendorf.
NHSX-006-9(090)--3H-82: HMA resurfacing on U.S. 6 (Kimberly Road) from Gaines Street to
Brady Street in the city of Davenport.
See Exhibit A for project locations.
b. As part of the project, the LPA has requested minor utility adjustments, curb repairs, pavement
marking updates, localized pavement patching, and sidewalk/detectable warning panel improvements
to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) within the city of Davenport all which shall be
at no cost to the DOT. See Exhibit B for estimated costs.
c. As part of the project, the HMA resurfacing work will impact the LPA’s existing traffic signal vehicle
loop detectors. The DOT is responsible for the cost to reinstall the vehicle loop detectors in-kind after
the HMA resurfacing work is complete. The LPA has requested a dollar credit value from the DOT in
lieu of replacing the vehicle loop detectors. The dollar credit value will be used by the LPA towards
the cost to purchase and install a new traffic signal video detection system in lieu of reinstalling the
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vehicle loop detectors.
d. Upon completion of construction, the LPA agrees to retain ownership and jurisdiction of the following
referenced improvements as identified below. The LPA shall also assume responsibility for all future
maintenance operations associated therewith, all at no additional expense or obligation to the DOT:
i. All work for which the LPA has a cost responsibility, including manholes, curbs, sidewalks, and
detectable warning panels.
ii. Traffic signal video detection system.
2. Project Costs
a. The LPA’s estimated cost share of project NHSX-006-9(088)--3H-82, Fairmount Street to Division
Street, equals $18,756.83, as shown in Exhibit B. The actual LPA cost share will be determined by
the DOT upon completion of construction, based upon the final quantities in place and the accepted
bid at the contract letting.
b. The LPA’s estimated cost share of project NHSX-006-9(090)--3H-82, Gaines Street to Brady Street,
equals $18,069.68, as shown in Exhibit B. The actual LPA cost share will be determined by the DOT
upon completion of construction, based upon the final quantities in place and the accepted bid at the
contract letting.
c. For project NHSX-006-9(090)--3H-82, the DOT shall provide the LPA a lump sum credit of $100,800
to compensate for the estimated cost to replace the LPA’s existing traffic signal loop detectors, as
shown in Exhibit B.
d. For project NHSX-006-9(090)--3H-82, the DOT shall reimburse the LPA by balancing the LPA’s
estimated share of the project costs ($18,069.68) with the lump sum traffic signal loop detector credit
($100,800.00), estimated at $82,730.32. DOT reimbursement shall occur upon completion of
construction after the actual LPA share of the project costs has been determined.
e. The DOT shall bear all costs except those allocated to the LPA under other terms of this Agreement.
3. Traffic Control
a. U.S. 6 through-traffic shall be maintained during the construction.
4. Right of Way and Permits
a. Subject to the provisions hereof, the LPA, in accordance with 761 Iowa Administrative Code Chapter
150.3(1)c and 150.4(2), shall remove or cause to be removed (within the corporate limits) all
encroachments or obstructions located in the existing primary highway right of way. The LPA shall
also prevent the erection and/or placement of any structure or obstruction within said right of way, or
any additional right of way which is acquired for this project, including, but not limited to, private signs,
buildings, pumps, and parking areas.
b. The DOT shall be responsible for the coordination of utility facility adjustments for the primary road
project.
c. The LPA agrees to relocate all city-owned utilities necessary for construction, which are located within
the existing street or alley right of way, subject to the approval of and without expense to the DOT in
accordance with 761 Iowa Administrative Code Chapter 150.4(5) and the DOT Utility Accommodation
Policy.
d. With the exception of service connections, no new or future utility occupancy of project right of way,
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nor any future relocations of or alterations to existing utilities within said right of way, shall be
permitted or undertaken by the LPA without the prior written approval of the DOT. All work shall be
performed in accordance with the DOT Utility Accommodation Policy and other applicable
requirements of the DOT.
5. Construction and Maintenance
a. Upon completion of the project, no changes in the physical features thereof shall be undertaken or
permitted without the prior written approval and consent of the DOT.
b. Future maintenance of the primary highway within the project area shall be carried out in accordance
with the terms and conditions contained in 761 Iowa Administrative Code Chapter 150.
6. General Provisions
a. If the LPA has completed a Flood Insurance Study (FIS) for an area which is affected by the
proposed Primary Highway project, and the FIS is modified, amended, or revised in an area affected
by the project after the date of this Agreement, the LPA shall provide notice of the modification,
amendment, or revision to the DOT within 14 calendar days of the LPA’s receipt of a subsequent FIS
or modification. If the LPA does not have a detailed FIS for an area which is affected by the proposed
Primary Highway project, and the LPA does adopt an FIS in an area affected by the project after the
date of this Agreement, the LPA shall provide notice of the FIS to the DOT within 14 calendar days.
The LPA agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the DOT from any and all claims, costs, and
damages arising from, or related to, the LPA’s failure to timely provide an FIS, and/or FIS
modification, to the DOT in accordance with this provision.
b. The LPA shall comply with all provisions of the equal employment opportunity requirements
prohibiting discrimination and requiring affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity as
required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Iowa Code Chapter 216. No person shall, on
the grounds of age, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, pregnancy, or
disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to
discrimination under any program or activity for which State funds are used.
c. It is the intent of both (all) parties that no third-party beneficiaries be created by this Agreement.
d. If any section, provision, or part of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unconstitutional, such
finding shall not affect the validity of the Agreement as a whole, or any section, provision, or part
thereof not found to be invalid or unconstitutional, except to the extent that the original intent of the
Agreement cannot be fulfilled.
e. This Agreement, as well as the unaffected provisions of any previous agreement(s), addendum(s),
and/or amendment(s), represents the entire Agreement between the LPA and DOT regarding this
project. All previously executed agreements shall remain in effect except as amended herein. Any
subsequent change or modification to the terms of this Agreement shall be in the form of a duly
executed amendment to this document.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, each of the parties hereto has executed Agreement No. 2026-6-072 as of the
date shown opposite its signature below.
CITY OF DAVENPORT:
By: Date , 20___.
Title: Mayor
I, , certify that I am the Clerk of the City, and that
, who signed said Agreement for and on behalf of the
City was duly authorized to execute the same on the day of , 20___.
Signed: _____________________________
City Clerk of Davenport, Iowa
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION:
By: Date , 20___.
Jesse Tibodeau, P.E.
District Engineer
District 6
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EXHIBIT A
US 6 Davenport (Scott County)
HMA Resurfacing
Begin Project End Project
MP 303.91 MP 305.65
6
6
61
80 80
6
67
61
22
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EXHIBIT A
US 6 Scott County
HMA Paved Shoulders
Elmore to Utica Ridge Road
Begin Project End Project
MP 309.43 74 MP 309.82
6
74
DAVENPORT BETTENDORF
61
80
80
6
67
461
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EXHIBIT A
US 6 Scott County
HMA Resurfacing
61
Begin Project
Milepost 306.53
461
461
80 80
6
6
461
6
461
End Project
Milepost 307.22
67
461
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EXHIBIT B
NHSX-006-9(088)--3H-82 Fairmount St to Division St.
Item No. Item Code Item Unit Quantity Unit Cost Cost
1 2435-0600010 MANHOLE ADJUSTMENT, MINOR EACH 5 $1,725.81 $8,629.05
2 2527-9263155 PRE-CUT SYMBOL+LEGEND, PREFORM THERMO EACH 2 $549.64 $1,099.28
3 2529-5070110 PATCH, FULL-DEPTH FINISH, BY AREA SY 32 $222.90 $7,132.80
4 2529-5070120 PATCH, FULL-DEPTH FINISH, BY COUNT EACH 10 $189.57 $1,895.70
Total $18,756.83
NHSN-006-9(089)--2R-82 Elmore Ave. to Utica Ridge Road
Item No. Item Code Item Unit Quantity Unit Cost Cost
No City Items
Total 0
NHSX-006-9(090)--3H-82 Gaines St to Brady St
Item No. Item Code Item Unit Quantity Unit Cost Cost
1 2510-6745850 RMVL OF PAV'T SY 6.4000 $54.53 $348.99
2 2511-6745900 RMVL OF SIDEWALK SY 10.4000 $30.38 $315.95
3 2511-7526006 SIDEWALK, PCC, 6" SY 10.4000 $134.30 $1,396.72
4 2511-7528101 DETECTABLE WARNING SF 10.0000 $53.39 $533.90
5 2529-5070110 PATCH, FULL-DEPTH FINISH, BY AREA SY 48.4000 $240.84 $11,656.66
6 2529-5070120 PATCH, FULL-DEPTH FINISH, BY COUNT EACH 11.0000 $196.95 $2,166.45
7 2301-4875006 MEDIAN, PCC, 6" SY 6.4000 $257.97 $1,651.01
Total $18,069.68
PROJECT: NHSX-006-9(090)--3H-82 Loop Detectors at signalized Intersections along US.6 (Kimberly Road) (Credit)
Intersections Item Code Item Unit Quantity Unit Cost Cost
Northwest Blvd. 2525-0000200 LOOP DETECTOR Each 24 $1,200.00 $28,800.00
Main St. 2525-0000201 LOOP DETECTOR Each 16 $1,200.00 $19,200.00
Fair Ave. 2525-0000202 LOOP DETECTOR Each 19 $1,200.00 $22,800.00
Welcome Way 2525-0000203 LOOP DETECTOR Each 14 $1,200.00 $16,800.00
Brady St. 2525-0000204 LOOP DETECTOR Each 11 $1,200.00 $13,200.00
Total $100,800.00
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City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Amy Kay | 563-327-5160 3/4/2026
Subject:
Motion determining property values for the FY 2026 Streambank Stabilization Cost-Share
Program project at 1030 Meadowview Lane. [Ward 8]
Recommendation:
Pass the Motion.
Background:
Within the City of Davenport, stream bank and drainage easement maintenance is the
responsibility of the property owner. A resident or business owner may petition the City to have
their stream bank stabilized through the Streambank Stabilization Cost-Share Program. This
program was developed in response to burdensome engineering, design, and construction costs
associated with these types of projects. This program is an assessment program where ½ of
the total cost to stabilize a set section of stream bank is paid for by the City and the other ½ is
paid for by the abutting property owner(s) based on the size of their lot. The resident or
business that requests to have their stream bank stabilized has to obtain the necessary
signatures on a petition prepared by the City of every identified owner who occupies property
abutting the stream bank section. Not every project includes multiple properties, though several
do. Some projects are designed, permitted, and constructed in-house by Natural
Resources/Sewers staff and some are contracted out for one or all steps, depending on the size
and nature of a proposed project.
One petition has been received. The estimated cost of these improvements is $8,500 with a
budgeted amount of $8,500. This project has been designed and permitted in-house and
construction will also be done by city staff. This Motion is a continuation of the assessment
process required by State Code.
The Preliminary Stream Bank Stabilization Assessment Schedule is attached and work will be
completed across one property.
Attachments:
1. Petition Packet
2. Preliminary Stream Bank Stabilization Assessment Schedule
INFORMATIONAL FAQ · SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
Stream Bank Stabilization Cost Share Program
Q. What is a special assessment?
A. Special assessments are costs levied against individual property for public improvements. In this case, the
special assessment is the costs associated for improvements to the stream.
Q. Who can sign the petition for the special assessment?
A. Only a property owner or authorized representative may sign the petition. Tenants are not permitted to sign
the petition.
Q. How is the cost divided amongst adjacent property owners?
A. Costs are divided based upon the linear foot of stream lineal footage associated with each property. This
means that adjacent properties are assessed based upon the percentage of the total stream lineal footage
associated with the property. In this case, there is only one property involved in the project.
Q. How much of the cost are residents responsible for?
A. For residential properties, property owners are responsible for 50% of the cost. For commercial properties,
property owners are responsible for 50% of the cost.
Q. If the stream is selected when will I have to pay?
A. Streams are not billed or assessed until after work is completed and accepted. Construction is typically
completed the summer of the year the petition was received or the following, depending on scope.
Q. If the stream is selected, what are the options for paying?
A. Property owners have several options for paying:
1. Property owners may choose to pay the City of Davenport in full within 60 days without interest.
2. If the cost is greater than $500, property owners may choose to have the entire amount
assessed to the property over 10 years through the Scott County Treasurer.
3. Property owners may choose to pay in part and have the remaining balance assessed over 10
years through the Scott County Treasurer. The assessed balance must be greater than $500.
For any balance assessed, those sums assessed will accrue interest at the applicable interest rate per
Council resolution (0 percent) and are subject to administration fees from the Scott County Treasurer.
Property owners with existing mortgage payments should speak with their individual lender to determine
whether or not payments can be added to their existing mortgage payments or if they need to be made
directly to the Scott County Treasurer.
Q. If the stream is selected when will work be completed?
A. Work is done as staff and funds allow; planned for the 2026 construction season. Typically work is
completed in the summer. You will be notified a minimum of 72 hours prior to construction.
Q. I have additional questions regarding the assessment process, can I meet/talk with someone?
A. Yes, please contact the City of Davenport Public Works Department at 563-326-7923 or email
dpwnr@davenportiowa.com . If you would rather meet in person, please reach out to us regarding setting up a
meeting. Meetings can be held at the on site or at public works.
Stream Bank Stabilization Cost Share
Program Petition of Interest &
Estimated Cost
Deed Address Name List
Parcel Address Deed Name Deed Address Deed City State ZIP
1030 Meadowview ABBIE HINGSTRUM
X0249-09 1030 Meadowview Lane DAVENPORT IA 52806
Lane
Information provided is accurate to the best of our knowledge, but errors or non-updated information may
still be encountered. The information was gathered from publicly available information on the City of
Davenport, IA GIS system on 6/20/2025.
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PRELIMINARY 1030 MEADOWVIEW STREAM BANK STABILIZATION ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE
Assessed Property Value Parcel Area Assessed Area Allocated Assessment Deficiency
Parcel Address Deed1_Name Deed1_Addr Deed1_CSZ Value Limit (SF) (SF) Proportion Amount Amount
X0249-09 1030 MEADOWVIEW LN ABBIE NICOLE HINGSTRUM 1030 MEADOWVIEW LN DAVENPORT IA 52806-2811 $ 266,690 $ 66,673 $ 12,000 $ 3,300 $ 4,250 $ 4,250 $ -
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Jim Erwin | 563-326-7922 3/4/2026
Subject:
Motion approving the purchase of one Ford F-250 pickup truck chassis in the amount of
$43,725 from Stivers Ford of Waukee, Iowa, using Iowa Department of Administrative Services
contract #26063, and one Knapheide service body in the amount of $39,326 from Truck
Equipment of Des Moines, Iowa, using Iowa Department of Administrative Services contract
#MA005-24134, CIP #24033. [All Wards]
Recommendation:
Pass the motion.
Background:
This purchase will replace a 2005 Ford truck assigned to Signs and Signals in the Streets
Division of Public Works and will be used throughout the city. It will be equipped with a
Knapheide service body that accommodates tool and equipment storage. Additionally, the
service body quote includes an engine-driven hydraulic pump, power inverter, and a hydraulic
signpost driver. The truck is quoted at $43,725 and the service body is quoted at $39,326. The
total price for this truck will be $83,051.
Funding will be from the road use tax vehicle replacement and CIP #24033.
Attachments:
1. 2026 F250 Regular Cab 4X4
2. Quote with Text (Vehicle Info) Q20645
MDT 18 - Regular Cab 4X4 Medium Truck
Automatic Transmission Make: Ford
Model Name: F250
Examples: Ford 250 Exact Model Code: F2B
Trim Pkg. Common Name: XL
Exact Trim Pkg. Code: 600A
Stivers Ford Lincoln Engine Code: 99A
Transmission Code: 44F
Payload Capacity: 3,814
14,400 Conventional and
Towing Capacity:
gooseneck. 14,200 5th wheel
BASE VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS
Body & Chassis Minimum Requirements Mfg. Codes - Specs (Note STD for standard)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 9,500 lb. GVWR minimum STATE GVWR: 10,000
Wheelbase 140" to 145" STATE LENGTH: 142WB
Cargo Bed Length 95" to 100" STATE LENGTH: 8 foot
Engine
Engine Block Heater 41H
V8 Engine, minimum 6.0 L displacement in lieu of base engine; E85 Engine must be provided if Cylinders: 8 Liters: 6.8 HP: 405 Torque:445
available in V8 with a minimum of 6.0 L displacement unless another engine is necessary to
Engine 4X4 meet all base bid specifications - include all required options and other pertinent information.
E85 FFV Engine? Yes
Drive Axle
Locking differential must be provided if available; limited slip acceptable if locking differential Locking or Limited Slip provided?
Rear Axle STATE RATIO: 3.73
not available. X3E Electronic Locking
Axles (4X4) Optional lower ratio (higher numerically); if available, must provide. STATE RATIO: 4.30 Electronic Locking Available
STD
Transfer Case (4X4) Shift-on-the-fly, electric
Electrical
Power Point Located in Driver Area STD
Doors & Windows
Doors Power locks with remote keyless entry STD
Key Sets with Fobs 2 Fobs with push button start; 2 keys and fobs w/o push button start STD
Windows Power STD
Window Rear defroster, if available must provide NA on Regular Cab Rear Defroster Included? No
Wipers Intermittent STD
Exterior
Bumper Rear STD
License Plate Holders Front and Rear License Plate Holders STD
Mirrors Power, if available must provide; manual acceptable if power not available STD Power Included? Yes
Factory installed preferred, if available must provide; dealer installed acceptable when Factory
Recovery Hooks (4X4) STD
installed not available.
Tailgate Locking, if available must provide STD
Class IV receiver hitch, 2-inch shaft, 7-wire trailer wiring receptacle at hitch. Factory installed
Trailer tow package #1 preferred, if available must provide; dealer installed acceptable when Factory installed not STD 2.5" inch receiver
available.
Floor
Floor Covering Full floor covering, rubber or vinyl acceptable. No floor mats. STD
Interior
Air Conditioning AC with all required options. STD
Bluetooth Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility STD
STD
Gauge Package Tachometer, oil pressure, coolant temperature, voltmeter, and /or transmission temperature.
Radio 8" center display minimum, wireless phone connection, cloud connected STD
Steering Column Tilt / Cruise Control STD
1S STD
Interior, with insulating headliner, full door and back of cab panels, dome lamp. 40/20/40 Split
Trim Package
bench seat (3-pass) w/cloth upholstery, folding center seat/armrest/storage box.
Safety
Brakes Power 4 Wheel Anti-lock STD
Daytime Running Lights If available must provide STD
Rearview Camera Factory installed only STD
Suspension
Heavy Duty 4x4 off-road suspension (heavy-duty shocks.) Skid plates must be provided if 17X FX4 Package
Suspension Package (4X4)
available.
Tires & Wheels
Heavy-duty, "LT" ("P" passenger not acceptable) all-terrain radial tires; All-season M&S tires All Terrain, M&S, or ON/Off Road TBM
Tires (4X4) acceptable only when "LT" all terrain radials not available;ON/OFF Road tires acceptable only provided? LT All terrain, may be
when "LT" all terrain radials not available. M&S rated
Spare If available must provide Is spare Full Size?: Yes STD
BASE VEHICLE PRICE CONFIGURED AS PER ABOVE FOR 4X4: $41,613.00
Delivery Cost to Department of Administrative Services, Des Moines: $616.00
MDT 18 - Standard Cab 4X4 Final Bid Price
TOTAL VEHICLE PRICE FOR STD. CAB 4X4 INCLUDING BASE COST AND DELIVERY:
Medium Truck $42,229.00
MDT 18 - Regular Cab 4X4 Medium Truck Page 2
Examples: Ford 250
Stivers Ford Lincoln
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
Engine Minimum Requirements Mfg. Codes - Specs (Note STD for standard) COST
Engine Block Heater DEDUCT COST: -$100.00
Cylinders: 8 Liters: 6.7 HP: 475 Torque: 1050
Turbocharged Diesel V8 engine, 6.6L minimum displacement; include all required options and 3.31 Locking axle and Dual
Base Engine
other pertinent information. batteries included $10,995.00
Doors & Windows
Key Sets, Additional 2 Fobs with push button start; 2 keys and fobs w/o push button start Dealer 400
Exterior
Spray In, Factory installed preferred, if available must provide; dealer installed acceptable when
Bed Liner 85S Factory installed? Yes
Factory installed not available. 625
Factory installed preferred, if available must provide; dealer installed acceptable when Factory
Bed Insert 85L Factory installed? Yes
installed not available. 380
Factory installed preferred, if available must provide; dealer installed acceptable when Factory
Bed Mat 85M Factory installed? Yes
installed not available. 150
Factory installed preferred, if available must provide; dealer installed acceptable when Factory
Cargo Tie Downs STD Factory installed? Yes
installed not available. STD
OEM or OEM authorized flexible heavy duty, behind all wheels. No dealer logo on mud flaps.
Mud flaps 61S 62S OEM
Dealer installed acceptable. $130.00
Factory installed preferred, if available must provide; dealer installed acceptable when Factory
Recovery Hooks STD Factory installed? Yes
installed not available. STD
Tubular, Factory installed preferred, if available must provide; dealer installed acceptable when
Running Boards 18B OEM Platform Running Boards Factory installed? Yes
Factory installed not available. $320.00
Tonneau Cover Soft material style, rolling or trifold; dealer installed acceptable 21D $600.00
Tonneau Cover Hard surface, locking; dealer installed acceptable 21E $1,280.00
OEM integrated; Factory installed preferred, if available must provide; dealer installed
Trailer Brake Controller 52B Factory installed? Yes
acceptable when Factory installed not available. $300.00
Factory installed preferred, if available must provide; dealer installed acceptable when Factory
Trailer tow mirrors STD Factory installed? Yes
installed not available. STD
Gooseneck Trailer Hitch; Includes 7 way trailer wiring, steel, powder coated finish(if available 53W 15J
Trailer tow package #2 must provide), must meet all OEM fastening requirements, Factory installed preferred, if includes gooseneck/5th wheel Factory installed? Yes
available must provide; dealer installed acceptable when Factory installed not available. prep kit. Gooseneck ball/wiring
1000
Interior
Outiffer Switch 66S
250
Miscellaneous
Maintenance Service Manuals NA NA
Floor
Floor Mats All Weather; dealer installed acceptable Dealer $180.00
Safety
Alarm Backup alarm, Factory preferred but dealer installed acceptable 76C Factory installed? Yes $230.00
Reverse Sensing System Factory preferred but dealer installed acceptable 874 96D includes 360 camera, BLIS and rear parking sensors, factory installed
$1,880.00
Other
Discount percentage off MSRP for options $3,000 or less as specified in the Vehicle
Options not listed above Specifications Terms and Conditions document attached to the bid. Engine and powertrain Enter Percentage Discount MSRP:
options excluded. 0%
BASE TRUCK: $42,229.00
DELIVERY OPTIONS: $880.00
Delivery FOB Price per mile to deliver vehicle anywhere in State of Iowa Per Mile Charge $3.50 DELIVERY: $616.00
Delivery Cost Delivery Cost to Department of Administrative Services, in Des Moines, IA Enter miles in whole number: 176.00 $616.00 TOTAL: $43,725.00
QUOTE
Quote ID: Q20645 Rev: 0
Quote Date: 2/17/2026
P.O. Box 3265
Des Moines, IA 50316 Quote Valid Until: 3/27/2026
Phone: (515) 266-5189 Toll Free: (800) 373-2887 Fax:(515) 266-7878 Page 1 of 2
Customer: 70057
Davenport, City Of Contact: Jim Erwin
Fleet Maintenance Phone: (563) 326-7718
1200 E 46th St Email:
Davenport, IA 52807 Salesperson: Scott Odendahl
Make: Ford Model: F250 Year: 2026 Single/Dual: Single
Cab Type: Wheelbase: 0 Cab-to-Axle: 56 VIN:
FURNISH AND INSTALL:
1 - KNAPHEIDE MODEL 696-2-M SERVICE BODY
STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS
LENGTH - 97.25" COMPARTMENT HEIGHT - 40" COMPARTMENT DEPTH - 14.5"
WIDTH - 78" CONSTRUCTION - 14 GA GALVANEAL FLOOR WIDTH - 49"
14 Gauge Galvannealed body shell,
20 Gauge Galvannealed double paneled door with reinforcing hat section,
Double spring over-center door closures,
12" single-handle, center-release slammable double panel tailgate,
Patented "Quick Mount" installation,
Exclusive return flange,
Interior flush mounted light guard,
Complete under coating,
Exclusive stainless steel continuous hinge with stainless steel pin,
Exclusive 12-step electrodeposition epoxy priming system for superior corrosion protection
Light gray finish painted interior,
Superior continuous (No Gap around striker), automotive bulb type neoprene door seals,
Composite/chrome paddle activated, rotary style latches (bolt-on), with interior cover.
Surface mounted combination LED taillight/backup lights w/ built-in amber LED strobe feature
(NOTE: strobe requires additional optional hook up kit)
Body painted white using a single stage acrylic acrylic enamel system
Master Locks
NOTE: DUE TO VARIATIONS IN OEM PRODUCTS AND APPLICATION METHODS, A
PERFECT MATCH CANNOT BE GUARANTEED!
COMPARTMENT STREET SIDE CURB SIDE
FRONT VERTICAL 2 - ADJ. DIVIDER SHELVES CTECH UNIT (4-3”, 1-5”)
HORIZONTAL 1 - ADJ. DIVIDER SHELF 18 DRAWER PARTS CABINET
REAR VERTICAL 1 - ADJ. DIVIDER SHELF 1 - ADJ. DIVIDER SHELF
1 - HPD SIGN POST DRIVER W/ REMOTE ON/OFF VALVE & UNIVERSAL POST ADAPTER
STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS
- Can drive a variety of post sizes from small delineater posts up to 3-1/2" round posts, including square, "U" channel,
breakaway stubs, round, "T" fence, and wood
- Quick change front head design accommodates adapters for different types of posts
- Dual guide handles for good directional control
- A deep post opening and smooth operation ensures that the driver will not jump off of posts
- Can be used with Open and Closed-Center hydraulic systems
- Integral trigger
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QUOTE
Quote ID: Q20645 Rev: 0
Quote Date: 2/17/2026
P.O. Box 3265
Des Moines, IA 50316 Quote Valid Until: 3/27/2026
Phone: (515) 266-5189 Toll Free: (800) 373-2887 Fax:(515) 266-7878 Page 2 of 2
- WEIGHT W/ UA ADAPTER AND HOSES: 75 LB
- LENGTH: 32"
- FLOW RANGE: 5-8 GPM
- BLOWS/MIN @ 8 GPM: 1500
- MAXIMUM INPUT PRESSURE: 2000 PSI
- HOSE LENGTH: 70"
- VALVE CONNECTION PORT SIZES (PRESSURE PORT): 9/16 - 18 SAE O-RING BOSS
- (RETURN PORT): 9/16 - 18 SAE O-RING BOSS
OPTIONS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:
Remove Pick Up Box
Hook up integrated rear strobes
Fuel Fill kit
Fuel fill cup with door
6 Cargo Tie downs in the load bed
E-Track in the high location on both sides on the load bed area
Ford Wiring harness
3-point T-Handle Latches on doors
Galva-grip Knaplined bumper
RV Style Trailer Plug
Knapheide modular cab guard with right and left wing
2 grab handles at the rear of the body, one on each side
Compartment lights in all 6 compartments
Deweze Clutch Pump kit, 6-8.5 GPM
Hydraulic tool circuit in the passenger rear compartment with flow control 0-16 gpm
Reel Craft 1/2”x50’ married line hydraulic hose reel in the passenger side rear compartment
36 gallon bulkhead reservoir mounted in the front of the load bed area
Hydraulic oil cooler mounted to the back of the cab guard
Ultimate Power 1500 watt inverter mounted in a compartment (customer to determine) 12.5 amp continuous output
GFI outlet cut into the rear of the body on the passenger side
NET PRICE FOB DES MOINES: $39,326.00
*PRICING PER DAS STATE OF IOWA CONTRACT MA005-24134*
Customer must fill out the information below before the order can be processed...
Accepted by:
Date:
P.O. Number:
* Terms are Due Upon Receipt unless prior credit arrangements are made at the time of order.
* Please note if chassis is furnished, it is as a convenience and terms are Net Due on Receipt of Chassis.
* Sales Tax is not included unless otherwise noted.
*Due to the volatility of trade tariffs, the quoted price may change due to unforeseeable tariffs.
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City of Davenport
Department: Administration Action / Date
Contact Info: Nick Van Camp | 563-326-8659 | 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution approving ten 2026 Open Prairie/Forest Cover property tax exemptions. [Wards 1, 2,
6, 7, & 8]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
As provided by Iowa law (Slough Bill), land committed to certain uses, including wetlands,
forest cover, and open prairies, may be exempted from local real estate taxes with approval of
the County Board of Supervisors. In Scott County, the practice is to refer such requests to the
City Council when the property is within the corporate limits of a municipality. This exemption
must be applied for annually.
Brian Ritter, Shirley Perry, Genesis Systems Group LTD, Lillian Voss, David P. Bierl, Dean
Krueger, John Carrillo, CWC Series D LLC, Senior Star, and Plumb Supply have applied for this
exemption for 2026.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Applications
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving ten 2026 Open Prairie/Forest Cover property tax exemptions.
WHEREAS, the Scott County Board of Supervisors has implemented the “Slough Bill” which provides
for exemption from local real estate taxes of real estate committed to certain uses, including wetlands,
forest cover, and open prairies; and
WHEREAS, Scott County has received applications for exemption for the following properties, with
owner and use also noted:
1. 3.8 acres of forest cover, parcel 20519-03, owned by Brian Ritter;
2. 5 acres of open prairies, parcel Y3337-04A, owned by Shirley Perry;
3. 7 acres of open prairie, parcel X3501-01, owned by Genesis Systems Group LTD;
4. 57.59 acres of forest cover, parcels 3187-01, 31717-06A, 31717-01, 31703-14, 30851-
20, 31719-21, 31719-20, 31719-19, 31703-15A, and 31703-13, owned by Lillian Voss;
5. 2.3 acres of open prairie and 5.65 acres of forest cover (7.95 acres total), parcel S3021-
OLA, owned by David P. Bierl;
6. 22.51 acres of open prairie and 25.80 acres of forest cover (48.31 acres total), parcels
31803-09 and 31805-02, owned by Dean Krueger;
7. 6.6 acres of open prairie, parcel S3123-03A, owned by John Carrillo;
8. 24.48 acres of forest cover, parcel O1621-01, owned by CWC Series D LLC;
9. 8.96 acres of forest cover, 236 condo parcels, owned by Senior Star;
10. 2.4 acres of forest cover, parcel P1215-04, owned by Plumb Supply; and
WHEREAS, if the property is located within the corporate limits of the City of Davenport, any
exemptions shall be referred to the City Council for review and approval.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that ten Open
Prairie/Forest Cover property tax exemptions are hereby approved.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
OFFICE OF THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
600 West Fourth Street
Davenport, Iowa 52801-1030
Ph: (563) 326-8702 Fax: (563) 328-3285
www.scottcountyiowa.gov
February 17, 2026
Brian Krup/Office of the Mayor & City Council
City of Davenport
226 West 4th Street
Davenport, Iowa 52801
Dear Brian,
The Board of Supervisors approved the implementation of the Slough Bill on March 29, 1990. The Slough Bill
provisions allow exemptions for wetlands, recreational lakes, forest cover, forest reservations, rivers and
streams, river and stream banks, wildlife habitat, native prairies and open prairies.
The resolution states that the Board will not consider exemptions for otherwise qualifying real property when it
is located within the corporate limits of any municipality until the city council of that municipality first gives
approval to the exemption request. Below is a list of exemptions the Davenport City Assessor received:
Name Acres Tax Exemption Amount
Brian Ritter 3.8 Forest Cover $43,100
Shirley Perry 5.0 Open Prairie $7,980
Genesis Systems Group LTD 7.0 Open Prairie $116,500
Lillian Voss 57.59 Forest Cover $89,420
David R. Bierl 2.3 Open Prairie $1,150
David R. Bierl 5.65 Forest Cover $2,830
Dean Krueger 22.51 Open Prairie $22,510
Dean Krueger 25.80 Forest Cover $25,800
John Carillo 6.60 Open Prairie $8,850
CWC Series D LLC 24.48 Forest Cover $30,570
Senior Star – (236 Condos) 8.96 Forest Cover $1,186,420
Plumb Supply 2.4 Forest Cover $1,050
Total 172.09 $1,536,180
The exemption requests are enclosed for your city council's review and consideration.
Please notify me as soon as possible once the Davenport City Council has taken action on these exemption
requests, and if possible email a copy of the resolution. Contact Nick VanCamp, Davenport City Assessor, should
additional information be needed. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
Deborah Dierkes
Executive Assistant
Deborah.Dierkes@scottcountyiowa.gov
cc: Nick VanCamp, City Assessor
Property Owners
City of Davenport
Department: Human Resources Action / Date
Contact Info: Alison Fleming | 563-326-7750 3/4/2026
Subject:
Resolution approving an increase to base salary for Corporation Counsel Samuel Huff and a
modification to Section 8 of Huff’s Employment Agreement. [All Wards]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
Pursuant to Section 2(B) of Corporation Counsel Samuel Huff’s Employment Agreement, Huff
shall receive a 2.5% increase to base salary effective August 29, 2025, as calculated pursuant
to Section 2(A) and in connection with Huff’s annual review conducted by the City Council.
Additionally, Section 8-Residency of Huff’s Employment Agreement shall be modified to read as
follows, “Employee shall permanently reside within the City of Davenport within three (3) years
of commencement of employment. Upon relocation within the City of Davenport, Employee
shall be reimbursed for moving and relocation expenses up to $15,000.”
Attachments:
1. Resolution
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving an increase to base salary for Corporation Counsel Samuel Huff and a
modification to Section 8 of Huff’s Employment Agreement.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 2(B) of Corporation Counsel Samuel Huff’s Employment Agreement,
Huff shall receive a 2.5% increase to base salary effective August 29, 2025, as calculated pursuant to
Section 2(A) and in connection with Huff’s annual review conducted by the City Council; and
WHEREAS, Section 8 of Huff’s Employment Agreement shall be modified to read as follows: “Employee
shall permanently reside within the City of Davenport within three (3) years of commencement of
employment. Upon relocation within the City of Davenport, Employee shall be reimbursed for moving
and relocation expenses up to $15,000.”
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that an
increase to base salary for Corporation Counsel Samuel Huff and a modification to Section 8 of Huff’s
Employment Agreement are hereby approved.
Passed and approved this 11th day of March 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk