City Council
Regular MeetingDes Moines, IA · July 22, 2024
Minutes
*** DES MOINES CITY COUNCIL MEETING REPORT ***
The City Council took the following action on items listed in the attached meeting
agenda summary. Copies of ordinances, resolutions and other Council action may
be obtained from the City Clerk's Office (515) 283-4209. The six-digit number
beginning with '24-' preceding each item on the agenda is a roll call number
assigned by the City Clerk. Please refer to this number when requesting
information or copies.
SUMMARY OF DES MOINES CITY COUNCIL MEETING
City Hall, City Council Chambers
400 Robert D. Ray Drive
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
July 22, 2024
Continued from July 15, 2024
7:30 AM
24-1001 1. ROLL CALL: Present: Boesen, Simonson, Voss, Coleman, Westergaard, Mandelbaum
and Gatto. Council Member Voss participated in the meeting by phone.
24-1002 2. APPROVING AGENDA, AS PRESENTED AND/OR, AS AMENDED: Moved by Gatto
to adopt. Second by Coleman. Motion Carried 7-0.
3. APPROVING CONSENT AGENDA * – items 3 through 58:
*Note: These are routine items and will be enacted by one roll call vote without
separate discussion unless pursuant to Council rules, Council requests an
item be removed to be considered separately.
LICENSES AND PERMITS
4. Approving Alcoholic Beverage License Applications for the following:
NEW APPLICATION
(A) DES MOINES ART CENTER 4700 GRAND AVE Class C Liquor
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RENEWAL APPLICATIONS
(B) AIRPORT HOLIDAY INN 6111 FLEUR DR Class C Liquor
(C) APPLEBEES 6301 SE 14TH ST Class C Liquor
(D) APPLEBEES 3900 MERLE HAY RD Class C Liquor
(E) BEAVERDALE VFW CLUB 4029 URBANDALE AVE Class F Retail
(F) BIG GROVE DES MOINES 555 17TH ST Class C Liquor
(G) BLACKBIRD HOSPITALITY 713 WALNUT ST Class C Liquor
(H) BLANK GOLF COURSE 711 COUNTY LINE RD Class C Liquor
(I) BOWLERAMA 1313 E DIEHL AVE Class C Liquor
(J) CONSERVATORY 315 E 5TH ST Class C Liquor
(K) COPPER CUP 207 4TH ST Class C Liquor
(L) DES MOINES AMVETS POST 2 2818 5TH AVE Class F Retail
(M) DOUGH CO PIZZA 2330 UNIVERSITY AVE Special Class C
(N) DOWNTOWN PANTRY 218 6TH AVE Class E Liquor
(O) FRESKO 909 LOCUST ST Class C Liquor
(P) GRAZIANO BROTHERS INC 1601 SOUTH UNION Class B Retail
(Q) HY VEE FAST & FRESH 5801 HICKMAN RD Class E Liquor
(R) JASPER WINERY 2400 GEORGE FLAGG Class C Liquor
(S) LA FAVORITA 1700 E GRAND AVE Class B Retail
(T) LATIN KING 2200 HUBBELL AVE Class C Liquor
(U) MARISCOS EL CAPITAN 2809 6TH AVE Class C Liquor
(V) MARISCOS EL PIRATA 6050 SE 14TH ST Class C Liquor
(W) PHO REAL KITCHEN AND BAR 200 4TH ST Class C Liquor
(X) RICHARD O JACOBSON CENTER 3000 E GRAND AVE Class C Liquor
(Y) ROYAL MART 111 63RD ST Class E Liquor
(Z) SAKARI SUSHI LOUNGE 2605 INGERSOLL AVE Class C Liquor
(AA) SCIENCE CENTER OF IOWA 401 W MLK JR PKWY Class C Liquor
(BB) SMOKIN JOES OUTLET #4 2800 E UNIVERSITY AVE Class E Liquor
(CC) TEQUILA RESTAURANT 2824 EASTON BLVD Class C Liquor
(DD) YOUR BEST FRIENDS BAR 6218 WILLOWMERE DR Class C Liquor
(EE) ZOMBIE BURGER 300 E GRAND AVE #100 Class C Liquor
SPECIAL EVENT APPLICATONS
(FF) APRES BAR CO 100 LOCUST ST 5 days
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR MAD HATTER/FEVER EVENT ON JULY 27,
2024.
(GG) APRES BAR CO 4025 TONAWANDA DR 5 days
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR A WEDDING ON JULY 27, 2024.
(HH) BEAVERDALE NEIGHBORHOOD 4900 HICKMAN RD 5 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR BEAVERDALE
BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL ON JULY 20, 2024.
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(II) BIRDS NEST 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THE IOWA STATE
FAIR ON AUGUST 8 - 18, 2024.
(JJ) BUBBLY BAR 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THE IOWA STATE
FAIR ON AUGUST 8 - 18, 2024.
(KK) BUD TENT 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THE IOWA STATE
FAIR ON AUGUST 8 - 18, 2024.
(LL) DEPOT 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THE IOWA STATE
FAIR ON AUGUST 8 - 18, 2024.
(MM) IOWA CRAFT BEER TENT 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THE IOWA STATE
FAIR ON AUGUST 8 - 18, 2024.
(NN) IOWA STATE FAIR GARDEN 3000 E GRAND AVE 5 days
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR FAIR AFTER DARK ON AUGUST 9 - 10, 2024
(OO) IOWA STATE FAIR 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THE IOWA STATE
FAIR ON AUGUST 8 - 18, 2024.
(PP) IOWA STATE FAIR 3000 E GRAND AVE 5 days
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR FAIR AFTER DARK ON AUGUST 10, 2024.
(QQ) JASPER WINERY 3000 E GRAND AVE 5 days
SPECIAL CLASS C NATIVE WINE FOR THE IOWA STATE FAIR ON AUGUST
8 - 18, 2024.
(RR) JASPER WINERY 3000 E GRAND AVE 5 days
SPECIAL CLASS C NATIVE WINE FOR THE IOWA STATE FAIR ON AUGUST
8 - 18, 2024.
(SS) JASPER WINERY 3000 E GRAND AVE 5 days
SPECIAL CLASS C NATIVE WINE FOR THE IOWA STATE FAIR ON AUGUST 8
- 18, 2024.
(TT) JRS SOUTHPORK RANCH 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR THE IOWA STATE FAIR ON AUGUST 8 - 18,
2024.
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(UU) OLD WEST ROADHOUSE 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THE IOWA STATE
FAIR ON AUGUST 8 - 18, 2024.
(VV) SHOP DSM, THE 901 CHERRY ST BEER TENT 5 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THURSDAYS AT THE
SHOP ON JULY 25, 2025
(WW) SHOP DSM, THE 901 CHERRY ST BEER TENT 5 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THURSDAYS AT THE
SHOP ON JULY 18, 2024.
(XX) SHOP DSM, THE 901 CHERRY ST BEER TENT 5 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THURSDAYSAT THE
SHOP ON AUGUST 1, 2024.
(YY) STOCKMANS INN 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR THE IOWA STATE FAIR ON AUGUST 8 - 18,
2024.
(ZZ) SUSAN KNAPP AMPHITHEATER 551 E 34TH ST 14 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THE IOWA STATE
FAIR ON AUGUST 8 – 18, 2024.
(AAA) TRAVELING NOVA LLC 4025 TONAWANDA DR 5 days
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR A WEDDING RECEPTION ON AUGUST 3,
2024.
OUTDOOR SERVICE APPLICATION
(BBB) STRIKING SPARROW LOUNGE 1930 SE 6TH ST Class C Liquor
PERMANENT.
4-I Consideration of a Class C Liquor License for Continental, 407 E 5th Street. Pending approval
of the Vice Department.
5. City Clerk to issue Cigarette/Tobacco/Nicotine/Vapor Permits.
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
24-1003 6. Approving and authorizing the execution of Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT)
Agreement for IA 163 (E. University Avenue) from US 69 (E. 14th Street) to Easton
Boulevard Street improvements. (Council Communication No. 24-285) Moved by
Westergaard to adopt. Second by Gatto. Motion Carried 7-0.
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7. Approving Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Amendment No. 2 with Ryan Companies
US, Inc. for Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR) services for the Des Moines Fire Station
No. 4 Replacement, not to exceed $12,961,920. (Council Communication No. 24-289)
8. Items regarding the proposed Gray’s Lake Playground and Sprayground Project: (Council
Communication No. 24-290)
(A) Approval of Conceptual Design Plan for the Gray’s Lake Playground and Sprayground
Project.
(B) Approving exception to Request for Proposal (RFP) process for good cause and
approving Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with Confluence, Inc. for the Gray’s
Lake Playground and Sprayground Project, not to exceed $197,700.
9. Approval of Amendment Number Three of the Agreement between the Flood Mitigation
Board and the City of Des Moines, Iowa and the Des Moines Metropolitan Wastewater
Reclamation Authority (WRA) pursuant to the Iowa Flood Mitigation Program. (Council
Communication No. 24-291)
10. Approving Private Construction Contract between Alliance Construction Group, LLC and J.
Larson Homes, LLC for paving improvements in Three Lakes Estates Plat 10 in the vicinity
of E. Army Post Road and Indianola Road.
11. Approving completion and acceptance of Private Construction Contract between Sternquist
Construction, Inc. and DR Horton - Iowa for paving improvements in The Woods at Copper
Creek Plat 5 in the vicinity of E. 50th Street and E. Sheridan Avenue.
12. Communication from contractor requesting permission to sublet certain items on a public
improvement project.
13. Accepting completed construction and approving final payment for the following:
(A) Teachout Pool Painting Improvements – Superior Painting & Epoxy Coating, LLC.
(B) Riverview Restroom Facility – Munro Construction Company.
(C) Hamilton Drain Storm Water Improvements Phase 2 – RW Excavating Solutions, LC.
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
14. Levying assessments for fees, fines, penalties, costs and interest imposed in the enforcement
of the Neighborhood Inspection Rental Code, Schedule No. 2024-07.
15. Levying assessments for costs of Nuisance Abatement-NAC Emergency Orders
(Neighborhood Services), Schedule No. 2024-07.
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16. Levying Assessments for costs of Public Works Sewer Repair at 3012 Oxford Street,
Schedule No. 2024-03.
LAND/PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS
17. Approving Gray’s Station Plat 5 Final Plat and acceptance of Subdivision Bond. (Council
Communication No. 24-301)
18. Number not used.
19. Authorization to proceed with acquisition of the necessary property interests for the
Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Upgrade – Phase 5 Project. (Council
Communication No. 24-288)
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS/NEIGHBORHOODS
20. Recommendation from Mayor Boesen to appoint Andrea Ytzen to the Building and Fire
Code Board of Appeals, Seat 1, for a term expiring April 1, 2025.
21. Recommendation from Mayor Boesen to appoint Anne Whatley to the Housing Appeals
Board, Seat 1, for a term expiring March 16, 2027.
22. Recommendation from Council Member Mandelbaum to appoint Kuuku Saah to the Zoning
Board of Adjustment, Seat 6, for a term expiring April 6, 2026.
23. Recommendation from the Youth Advisory Board to appoint Sophia Whitehead and Logan
A. Corwin for a term expiring August 1, 2025.
24. Recommendation from Mayor Boesen to reappoint Evan Herlocker to the Historic
Preservation Commission, Seat 12, for a term expiring February 3, 2027.
25. Recommendation from Mayor Boesen to reappoint Frederick Gaddy to the Housing Services
Board, Seat 1, for a term expiring June 30, 2026.
26. Recommendation from Mayor Boesen to reappoint Timothy Hickman to the Library Board
of Trustees, Seat 2, for a term expiring June 30, 2029.
27. Recommendation from Mayor Boesen to reappoint Dr. Isobel Osius to the Library Board of
Trustees, Seat 3, for a term expiring June 30, 2028.
28. Recommendation from Mayor Boesen to reappoint Marvin Alexander to the Civil Service
Commission, Seat 4, for a term expiring March 31, 2026.
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29. Recommendation from Mayor Boesen to reappoint Alec Quijano to the Civil Service
Commission, Seat 3, for a term expiring March 31, 2026.
29-1 Recommendation from Council Member Westergaard to reappoint Andrew Lorentzen to the
Plan and Zoning Commission, Seat 10, for a term expiring July 2, 2029.
SETTING DATE OF HEARINGS
30. On conveyance of 1607 Clark Street to The Woods Bibbin Company LLC for $6,500, (8-5-
24).
31. On conveyance of 2800 and 2818 Bell Avenue to Bams Properties, LLC, Steven Jones and
Matthew Norris for Christian Edward Print and Graphics expansion, $174,027, (8-5-24).
32. On a request from Tasty King of Iowa, LLC (Neil Thomson, Officer) to amend the PlanDSM:
Creating Our Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan to revise the future land use classification of
the property from Industrial within a Community Node to Community Mixed Use within a
Community Node and to rezone 205 University Avenue from “MX2” Mixed Use District to
“MX3” Mixed Use District, to bring an existing restaurant with a drive-through use into
conformance with zoning regulations, (8-5-24).
33. On a request from S&S Homebuilders, LLC (Nick Stephenson, Officer) to amend the
PlanDSM: Creating Our Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan to revise the future land use
classification of the property from Low Density Residential to Low-Medium Density
Residential and to rezone 902 and 908 31st Street from “N5” Neighborhood District to
“NX1” Neighborhood Mix District, to allow the construction of a residential row building,
(8-5-24).
34. On a request from MidAmerican Energy Company (Benjamin Keith and Mark D. Lowe,
Officers) for review and approval of an 8th amendment to the Airport Commerce Park West
PUD Conceptual Plan at 5700 Thornton Avenue, to allow a utility substation use and
additional fencing options, (8-5-24).
35. On a City-initiated request to rename two cul-de-sac street segments of Caulder Court to East
Caulder Court, (8-5-24).
36. On the First Amendment to the Fourth Restated City-Wide Urban Revitalization Plan to
update the definition of missing middle residential and to add certain building material
requirements to be eligible for tax abatement, (8-5-24).
LEGAL DEPARTMENT - CLAIM SETTLEMENTS & BILLINGS
37. Approving payment to Michael DeMoss for a workers’ compensation claim.
38. Approving payment to Alex Petersen for a personal injury claim.
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CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
39. Submitting travel and training request for Mayor Connie Boesen. (Council Communication
No. 24-300)
APPROVING
40. Issuance of a Certificate of Completion to HOA EVMF LLC for construction of a new 7-
story mixed use building containing approximately 110 residential units and at least 4,000
square feet of commercial space at 317 E. 6th Street in the Metro Center Urban Renewal
Area.
41. Agreement with Rebuilding Together Greater Des Moines, Inc. d/b/a Rebuilding Together
to support homeowners using the Neighborhood Services - Property Improvement Division
(ION Program). (Council Communication No. 24-295)
42. Items regarding American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding agreement with the Des Moines
Public Schools: (Council Communication No. 24-298)
(A) Mutual termination of agreement for expanded preschool and associated wrap around
care.
(B) Approving first amendment to agreement to fund the expansion of preschool classes.
43. Des Moines Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Unified
Planning Work Program and Budget and authorizing payment of FY 2025 Assessment in the
amount of $211,034. (Council Communication No. 24-299)
44. First Amendment to Amended and Restated 28E Agreement with Neighborhood
Development Corporation (NDC). (Council Communication No. 24-294)
45. Grant Agreement with Invest DSM, Inc. (Council Communication No. 24-293)
46. First Amendment to American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding agreement with Trees
Forever, Inc. for supplemental tree planting services.
47. Agreement for sharing of financial expenses with Polk County for the MidAmerican Energy
Two Rivers Park. (Council Communication No. 24-306)
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48. Ratification of the National Park Service (NPS) Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)
grant application by the Parks and Recreation Department seeking $145,000 for Cheatom
Park Playground Improvements Project. (Council Communication No. 24-281)
49. Application for the 2024 Body-Worn Camera Policy and Implementation Program to
Support Law Enforcement Agencies Grant, $99,970. (Council Communication No. 24-297)
50. 28E Agreement with the Des Moines Airport Authority to provide for the joint exercise of
the respective powers in connection with the issuance of parking citation-complaints at the
Airport.
51. An exception to the procurement ordinance competitive bidding requirements and renewal
amendment to the cost sharing agreement with the Des Moines Independent Community
School District related to the School Crossing Guard Program. (Council Communication
No. 24-296)
52. Use of various City facilities as poll sites for precincts 24, 25, and 54 for the Polk County
General Election on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
53. Abatement of public nuisances as follows:
(A) 3225 State Avenue.
(B) 7204 SW 14th Street.
(C) 130 E. 33rd Street.
54. Purchases from the following:
(A) RW Excavating Solutions, LC for log jam removal services at the SW 1st Street Bridge
for use by the Public Works Department, $132,000. (Two hundred seventy-nine (279)
potential bidders and seven (7) bids received).
(B) G&S Service, Inc. (Darrell Been, President) for initial procurement term of two (2)
years with two (2) additional two-year renewal options for vehicle towing storage
services for use by the Neighborhood Inspections Division, estimated annual cost
$5,000. (One (1) compliant bid received). (Council Communication No. 24-292)
(C) Purchase of up to 55 vehicles for use in various City Departments for Fiscal Year 2024-
2025 utilizing various State of Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) and
other approved procurement contracts, total maximum amount $2,500,000. (Council
Communication No. 24-303)
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(D) Stew Hansen Dodge City (Dan Boettcher, General Manager) for auto body repair
services for use by various City Departments for Fiscal Year 2025 per State of Iowa
(DAS) purchasing contract, estimated annual amount $350,0000.
(Council Communication No. 24-304
(E) Housby Mack Inc. (Kelly Housby, CEO) for a one-year agreement with two (2)
additional one-year renewal options for repair and maintenance of heavy-duty trucks
and the installed refuse collection equipment and related telematics services, annual
amount up to $250,000. (Council Communication No. 24-305)
55. Purchase from Reliant Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Brett Krueger, CEO) for one heavy-duty rescue
vehicle per Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC) Contract for use by the Fire
Department, $1,509,503. (Council Communication No. 24-280)
56. Purchase from Sutphen Corporation (Drew Sutphen, President) for one (1) 75-foot, single
axle, aerial fire apparatus per Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC) Contract for use by
the Fire Department, $1,767,962.04. (Council Communication No. 24-279)
57. Receive and file Quarterly Treasurer’s Report as of June 30, 2024.
58. Authorizing Finance Director to draw checks on registers for the weeks of July 15, 22 and
29, 2024; to draw checks for the bills of the Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency for the
weeks of July 15, 22 and 29, 2024; to draw checks for biweekly payroll due on July 26, 2024.
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HEARINGS (OPEN AT 5:00 PM) (ITEMS 59 THRU 67) OPEN AT 7:30 AM
59. On continuance of hearing on a Commercial Lease Agreement with Panom & Sons LLC
d/b/a Blu Thai Food and Sushi for use of Suite 309 for restaurant purposes located in City-
owned property at the T.M. Franklin Cownie City Administration Building located at 1200
Locust Street to August 5, 2024 at 5:00PM.
60. On first amendment to a license agreement with the Des Moines Area Regional Transit
Authority (DART) for bus benches in street right-of-way.
61. On approval of a License Agreement with Timbercrest Homes, LLC for use of a portion of
E. Army Post Road right-of-way at planned SE 30th Street for private stormwater treatment
improvements, $4,900.
(A) Approving Three Lakes Estates Plat 10 Final Plat and Acceptance of Subdivision Bond.
(Council Communication No. 24-302)
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62. On approval of License Agreement with Des Moines Water Works for placement of data
collection equipment on various City-owned properties.
63. On conveyance of a Permanent Easement for Water Main Right-of-Way in property located
at 2704, 2706, 2714 and 2718 George Flagg Parkway to Des Moines Water Works, $1.
24-1004 64. On a request from Orchard Place Des Moines Children's Home (Valerie Saltsgaver, Officer)
to amend PlanDSM Creating Our Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan to revise the future land
use classification from Low Density Residential to Low-Medium Density Residential and to
rezone a parcel located in the vicinity of 1301 Kenyon Avenue from “NX1” Neighborhood-
Mix District to Limited “NX2” Neighborhood-Mix District, to allow re-use of the existing
building as a “Group Living Not Otherwise Classified” use. (Requires six votes for approval
due to opposition of relevant property owners) Moved by Mandelbaum to adopt. Second
by Westergaard. Motion FAILED 4-3. Nays: Boesen, Coleman and Gatto.
(A) Approve.
WITHDRAWN
24-1005 (1) First consideration of ordinance above.
WITHDRAWN
24-1006 (2) Final consideration of ordinance above (waiver requested by the applicant),
requires six votes.
24-1007 65. On a request from Monsoon Asians & Pacific Islanders in Solidarity (Mira Yusef, Officer)
to rezone 1212 E. 17th Court from “N3a” Neighborhood District to “RX1” Mixed Use
District, to allow re-use of an existing dwelling for an office – professional use. Moved by
Westergaard to adopt. Second by Gatto. Motion Carried 7-0.
24-1008 (A) First consideration of ordinance above. Moved by Westergaard that this ordinance
be considered and given first vote for passage. Second by Gatto. Motion Carried
7-0.
24-1009 (B) Final consideration of ordinance above (waiver requested by the applicant), requires six
votes. Moved by Westergaard that the rule requiring that an ordinance must be
considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting
at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, that the ordinance be placed upon
its final passage and that the ordinance do now pass, #16,369. Second by Gatto.
Motion Carried 7-0.
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24-1010 66. On 2024 HMA Resurfacing Program Contract 2: Resolution approving plans, specifications,
form of contract documents, engineer’s estimate, receive and file bids, and designating the
lowest responsive, responsible bidder as OMG Midwest, Inc. d/b/a Des Moines Asphalt &
Paving (Kevin Bragg, President), $588,480.75. (Council Communication No. 24-282)
Moved by Gatto to adopt. Second by Coleman. Motion Carried 7-0.
24-1011 (A) Approval of contract and bond. Moved by Gatto to adopt. Second by Coleman.
Motion Carried 7-0.
24-1012 67. On Birdland Pool Repair and Painting Improvements: Resolution approving plans,
specifications, form of contract documents, engineer’s estimate, receive and file bids, and
designating the lowest responsive, responsible bidder as Superior Painting & Epoxy Coating,
LLC (Anthony Negrete Jr., Manager), $318,000. (Council Communication No. 24-283)
Moved by Westergaard to adopt. Second by Gatto. Motion Carried 7-0.
24-1013 (A) Approval of contract and bond. Moved by Westergaard to adopt. Second by Gatto.
Motion Carried 7-0.
**** END HEARINGS AT 8:09 AM ****
ORDINANCES FIRST CONSIDERATION
24-1014 68. Amending Chapter 114 of the Municipal Code regarding Traffic Regulation Changes as
follows: (Council Communication No. 24-286) Moved by Gatto that this ordinance be
considered and given first vote for passage. Second by Mandelbaum. Motion Carried
7-0.
(A) Speed Limit Modification – Keosauqua Way from Tenth Street to Interstate 235
(B) Speed Limit Modification – 56th Street from Grand Avenue to Ingersoll Avenue
(C) Traffic Control Modifications – Pedestrian Signals related to the E. University Avenue
Improvements from E. 14th Street to E .17th Court Avenue project
(D) Code Correction related to Market District improvements:
(1) SE 2nd Street – E. Court Avenue to Des Moines River
(2) SE 3rd Street – E. Court Avenue to E Market Street
(3) East Elm Street – SE 2nd Street to SE 4th Street
(4) East Market Street (private) – SE 2nd Street to SE 4th Street
(E) Corner Clearance Parking Restrictions:
(1) 19th Street and Crocker Street
(2) 36th Street and Seneca Street
(3) 37th Street and Beaver Avenue
(4) Thompson Avenue and Lay Street
24-1015 (F) Final consideration of ordinance above, requires six votes. Moved by Gatto that the
rule requiring that an ordinance must be considered and voted on for passage at
two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, that the ordinance be placed upon its final passage and that the
ordinance do now pass, #16,370. Second by Mandelbaum. Motion Carried 7-0.
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24-1016 69. Amending Chapter 114 of the Municipal Code relating to the licensing and operation of
Pedicabs. (Council Communication No. 24-287) Moved by Gatto that this ordinance be
considered and given first vote for passage. Second by Voss. Motion Carried 7-0.
24-1017 (A) Final consideration of ordinance above, requires six votes. Moved by Gatto that the
rule requiring that an ordinance must be considered and voted on for passage at
two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, that the ordinance be placed upon its final passage and that the
ordinance do now pass, #16,371. Second by Voss. Motion Carried 7-0.
24-1018 70. Amending Section 114-243 of the Municipal Code relating to civil automated traffic
enforcement. Moved by Gatto that this ordinance be considered and given first vote for
passage. Second by Mandelbaum. Motion Carried 7-0.
24-1019 (A) Final consideration of ordinance above (waiver requested by Dana Wingert, Chief of
Police), requires six votes. Moved by Gatto that the rule requiring that an
ordinance must be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings
prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, that the
ordinance be placed upon its final passage and that the ordinance do now pass,
#16,372. Second by Mandelbaum. Motion Carried 7-0.
24-1020 (B) Approving an amended Schedule of Administrative Penalties for civil penalties for
violation of the automated traffic enforcement ordinance. Moved by Gatto to adopt.
Second by Mandelbaum. Motion Carried 7-0.
COMMUNICATIONS/REPORTS
24-1021 71. Requests to speak as follows: Moved by Gatto to receive and file. Second by Coleman.
Motion Carried 7-0.
(A) Lu Hallmeyer – did not speak.
(B) Jeff Krugler - did not speak.
(C) Tom Rendon – did not speak.
(D) Jerome (Jerry) Bradley – did not speak.
(E) Antwonette K Shade
(F) Veola Perry
(G) Noah Beacom
(H) Lori Young – did not speak.
(I) Elizabeth Leas – did not speak.
(J) Tasida Barfoot – did not speak.
(K) Zachary Kyman – did not speak.
(L) Adam Callanan
(M) Carol Maher – did not speak.
(N) Jolene Prescott – did not speak.
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24-1022 MOTION TO ADJOURN. Moved by Boesen to adjourn at 8:26 AM. Motion Carried 7-0.
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Agenda
DES MOINES CITY COUNCIL MEETING
City Hall, City Council Chambers
400 Robert D. Ray Drive
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
July 22, 2024
Continued from July 15, 2024
7:30 AM
1. ROLL CALL:
2. APPROVING AGENDA, AS PRESENTED AND/OR, AS AMENDED:
3. APPROVING CONSENT AGENDA * – items 3 through 58:
*Note: These are routine items and will be enacted by one roll call vote without
separate discussion unless pursuant to Council rules, Council requests
an item be removed to be considered separately.
LICENSES AND PERMITS
4. Approving Alcoholic Beverage License Applications for the following:
NEW APPLICATION
(A) DES MOINES ART CENTER 4700 GRAND AVE Class C Liquor
RENEWAL APPLICATIONS
(B) AIRPORT HOLIDAY INN 6111 FLEUR DR Class C Liquor
(C) APPLEBEES 6301 SE 14TH ST Class C Liquor
(D) APPLEBEES 3900 MERLE HAY RD Class C Liquor
(E) BEAVERDALE VFW CLUB 4029 URBANDALE AVE Class F Retail
(F) BIG GROVE DES MOINES 555 17TH ST Class C Liquor
(G) BLACKBIRD HOSPITALITY 713 WALNUT ST Class C Liquor
(H) BLANK GOLF COURSE 711 COUNTY LINE RD Class C Liquor
(I) BOWLERAMA 1313 E DIEHL AVE Class C Liquor
(J) CONSERVATORY 315 E 5TH ST Class C Liquor
(K) COPPER CUP 207 4TH ST Class C Liquor
(L) DES MOINES AMVETS POST 2 2818 5TH AVE Class F Retail
(M) DOUGH CO PIZZA 2330 UNIVERSITY AVE Special Class C
(N) DOWNTOWN PANTRY 218 6TH AVE Class E Liquor
(O) FRESKO 909 LOCUST ST Class C Liquor
(P) GRAZIANO BROTHERS INC 1601 SOUTH UNION Class B Retail
(Q) HY VEE FAST & FRESH 5801 HICKMAN RD Class E Liquor
(R) JASPER WINERY 2400 GEORGE FLAGG Class C Liquor
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(S) LA FAVORITA 1700 E GRAND AVE Class B Retail
(T) LATIN KING 2200 HUBBELL AVE Class C Liquor
(U) MARISCOS EL CAPITAN 2809 6TH AVE Class C Liquor
(V) MARISCOS EL PIRATA 6050 SE 14TH ST Class C Liquor
(W) PHO REAL KITCHEN AND BAR 200 4TH ST Class C Liquor
(X) RICHARD O JACOBSON CENTER 3000 E GRAND AVE Class C Liquor
(Y) ROYAL MART 111 63RD ST Class E Liquor
(Z) SAKARI SUSHI LOUNGE 2605 INGERSOLL AVE Class C Liquor
(AA) SCIENCE CENTER OF IOWA 401 W MLK JR PKWY Class C Liquor
(BB) SMOKIN JOES OUTLET #4 2800 E UNIVERSITY AVE Class E Liquor
(CC) TEQUILA RESTAURANT 2824 EASTON BLVD Class C Liquor
(DD) YOUR BEST FRIENDS BAR 6218 WILLOWMERE DR Class C Liquor
(EE) ZOMBIE BURGER 300 E GRAND AVE #100 Class C Liquor
SPECIAL EVENT APPLICATONS
(FF) APRES BAR CO 100 LOCUST ST 5 days
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR MAD HATTER/FEVER EVENT ON JULY 27,
2024.
(GG) APRES BAR CO 4025 TONAWANDA DR 5 days
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR A WEDDING ON JULY 27, 2024.
(HH) BEAVERDALE NEIGHBORHOOD 4900 HICKMAN RD 5 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR BEAVERDALE
BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL ON JULY 20, 2024.
(II) BIRDS NEST 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THE IOWA STATE
FAIR ON AUGUST 8 - 18, 2024.
(JJ) BUBBLY BAR 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THE IOWA STATE
FAIR ON AUGUST 8 - 18, 2024.
(KK) BUD TENT 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THE IOWA STATE
FAIR ON AUGUST 8 - 18, 2024.
(LL) DEPOT 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THE IOWA STATE
FAIR ON AUGUST 8 - 18, 2024.
(MM) IOWA CRAFT BEER TENT 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THE IOWA STATE
FAIR ON AUGUST 8 - 18, 2024.
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(NN) IOWA STATE FAIR GARDEN 3000 E GRAND AVE 5 days
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR FAIR AFTER DARK ON AUGUST 9 - 10,
2024
(OO) IOWA STATE FAIR 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THE IOWA STATE
FAIR ON AUGUST 8 - 18, 2024.
(PP) IOWA STATE FAIR 3000 E GRAND AVE 5 days
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR FAIR AFTER DARK ON AUGUST 10, 2024.
(QQ) JASPER WINERY 3000 E GRAND AVE 5 days
SPECIAL CLASS C NATIVE WINE FOR THE IOWA STATE FAIR ON AUGUST
8 - 18, 2024.
(RR) JASPER WINERY 3000 E GRAND AVE 5 days
SPECIAL CLASS C NATIVE WINE FOR THE IOWA STATE FAIR ON AUGUST
8 - 18, 2024.
(SS) JASPER WINERY 3000 E GRAND AVE 5 days
SPECIAL CLASS C NATIVE WINE FOR THE IOWA STATE FAIR ON AUGUST
8 - 18, 2024.
(TT) JRS SOUTHPORK RANCH 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR THE IOWA STATE FAIR ON AUGUST 8 -
18, 2024.
(UU) OLD WEST ROADHOUSE 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THE IOWA STATE
FAIR ON AUGUST 8 - 18, 2024.
(VV) SHOP DSM, THE 901 CHERRY ST BEER TENT 5 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THURSDAYS AT
THE SHOP ON JULY 25, 2025
(WW) SHOP DSM, THE 901 CHERRY ST BEER TENT 5 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THURSDAYS AT
THE SHOP ON JULY 18, 2024.
(XX) SHOP DSM, THE 901 CHERRY ST BEER TENT 5 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THURSDAYSAT
THE SHOP ON AUGUST 1, 2024.
(YY) STOCKMANS INN 3000 E GRAND AVE 14 days
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CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR THE IOWA STATE FAIR ON AUGUST 8 -
18, 2024.
(ZZ) SUSAN KNAPP AMPHITHEATER 551 E 34TH ST 14 days
SPECIAL CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE (BEER/WINE) FOR THE IOWA STATE
FAIR ON AUGUST 8 – 18, 2024.
(AAA) TRAVELING NOVA LLC 4025 TONAWANDA DR 5 days
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE FOR A WEDDING RECEPTION ON AUGUST 3,
2024.
OUTDOOR SERVICE APPLICATION
(BBB) STRIKING SPARROW LOUNGE 1930 SE 6TH ST Class C Liquor
PERMANENT.
4-I Consideration of a Class C Liquor License for Continental, 407 E 5th Street. Pending
approval of the Vice Department.
5. City Clerk to issue Cigarette/Tobacco/Nicotine/Vapor Permits.
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
6. Approving and authorizing the execution of Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT)
Agreement for IA 163 (E. University Avenue) from US 69 (E. 14th Street) to Easton
Boulevard Street improvements.
(Council Communication No. 24-285)
7. Approving Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Amendment No. 2 with Ryan Companies
US, Inc. for Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR) services for the Des Moines Fire
Station No. 4 Replacement, not to exceed $12,961,920.
(Council Communication No. 24-289)
8. Items regarding the proposed Gray’s Lake Playground and Sprayground Project:
(Council Communication No. 24-290)
(A) Approval of Conceptual Design Plan for the Gray’s Lake Playground and
Sprayground Project.
(B) Approving exception to Request for Proposal (RFP) process for good cause and
approving Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with Confluence, Inc. for the
Gray’s Lake Playground and Sprayground Project, not to exceed $197,700.
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9. Approval of Amendment Number Three of the Agreement between the Flood Mitigation
Board and the City of Des Moines, Iowa and the Des Moines Metropolitan Wastewater
Reclamation Authority (WRA) pursuant to the Iowa Flood Mitigation Program.
(Council Communication No. 24-291)
10. Approving Private Construction Contract between Alliance Construction Group, LLC and
J. Larson Homes, LLC for paving improvements in Three Lakes Estates Plat 10 in the
vicinity of E. Army Post Road and Indianola Road.
11. Approving completion and acceptance of Private Construction Contract between
Sternquist Construction, Inc. and DR Horton - Iowa for paving improvements in The
Woods at Copper Creek Plat 5 in the vicinity of E. 50th Street and E. Sheridan Avenue.
12. Communication from contractor requesting permission to sublet certain items on a public
improvement project.
13. Accepting completed construction and approving final payment for the following:
(A) Teachout Pool Painting Improvements – Superior Painting & Epoxy Coating, LLC.
(B) Riverview Restroom Facility – Munro Construction Company.
(C) Hamilton Drain Storm Water Improvements Phase 2 – RW Excavating Solutions,
LC.
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
14. Levying assessments for fees, fines, penalties, costs and interest imposed in the
enforcement of the Neighborhood Inspection Rental Code, Schedule No. 2024-07.
15. Levying assessments for costs of Nuisance Abatement-NAC Emergency Orders
(Neighborhood Services), Schedule No. 2024-07.
16. Levying Assessments for costs of Public Works Sewer Repair at 3012 Oxford Street,
Schedule No. 2024-03.
LAND/PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS
17. Approving Gray’s Station Plat 5 Final Plat and acceptance of Subdivision Bond.
(Council Communication No. 24-301)
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18. Number not used.
19. Authorization to proceed with acquisition of the necessary property interests for the
Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Upgrade – Phase 5 Project.
(Council Communication No. 24-288)
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS/NEIGHBORHOODS
20. Recommendation from Mayor Boesen to appoint Andrea Ytzen to the Building and Fire
Code Board of Appeals, Seat 1, for a term expiring April 1, 2025.
21. Recommendation from Mayor Boesen to appoint Anne Whatley to the Housing Appeals
Board, Seat 1, for a term expiring March 16, 2027.
22. Recommendation from Council Member Mandelbaum to appoint Kuuku Saah to the
Zoning Board of Adjustment, Seat 6, for a term expiring April 6, 2026.
23. Recommendation from the Youth Advisory Board to appoint Sophia Whitehead and
Logan A. Corwin for a term expiring August 1, 2025.
24. Recommendation from Mayor Boesen to reappoint Evan Herlocker to the Historic
Preservation Commission, Seat 12, for a term expiring February 3, 2027.
25. Recommendation from Mayor Boesen to reappoint Frederick Gaddy to the Housing
Services Board, Seat 1, for a term expiring June 30, 2026.
26. Recommendation from Mayor Boesen to reappoint Timothy Hickman to the Library Board
of Trustees, Seat 2, for a term expiring June 30, 2029.
27. Recommendation from Mayor Boesen to reappoint Dr. Isobel Osius to the Library Board
of Trustees, Seat 3, for a term expiring June 30, 2028.
28. Recommendation from Mayor Boesen to reappoint Marvin Alexander to the Civil Service
Commission, Seat 4, for a term expiring March 31, 2026.
29. Recommendation from Mayor Boesen to reappoint Alec Quijano to the Civil Service
Commission, Seat 3, for a term expiring March 31, 2026.
29-1 Recommendation from Council Member Westergaard to reappoint Andrew Lorentzen to
the Plan and Zoning Commission, Seat 10, for a term expiring July 2, 2029.
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SETTING DATE OF HEARINGS
30. On conveyance of 1607 Clark Street to The Woods Bibbin Company LLC for $6,500, (8-
5-24).
31. On conveyance of 2800 and 2818 Bell Avenue to Bams Properties, LLC, Steven Jones and
Matthew Norris for Christian Edward Print and Graphics expansion, $174,027, (8-5-24).
32. On a request from Tasty King of Iowa, LLC (Neil Thomson, Officer) to amend the
PlanDSM: Creating Our Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan to revise the future land use
classification of the property from Industrial within a Community Node to Community
Mixed Use within a Community Node and to rezone 205 University Avenue from “MX2”
Mixed Use District to “MX3” Mixed Use District, to bring an existing restaurant with a
drive-through use into conformance with zoning regulations, (8-5-24).
33. On a request from S&S Homebuilders, LLC (Nick Stephenson, Officer) to amend the
PlanDSM: Creating Our Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan to revise the future land use
classification of the property from Low Density Residential to Low-Medium Density
Residential and to rezone 902 and 908 31st Street from “N5” Neighborhood District to
“NX1” Neighborhood Mix District, to allow the construction of a residential row building,
(8-5-24).
34. On a request from MidAmerican Energy Company (Benjamin Keith and Mark D. Lowe,
Officers) for review and approval of an 8th amendment to the Airport Commerce Park
West PUD Conceptual Plan at 5700 Thornton Avenue, to allow a utility substation use and
additional fencing options, (8-5-24).
35. On a City-initiated request to rename two cul-de-sac street segments of Caulder Court to
East Caulder Court, (8-5-24).
36. On the First Amendment to the Fourth Restated City-Wide Urban Revitalization Plan to
update the definition of missing middle residential and to add certain building material
requirements to be eligible for tax abatement, (8-5-24).
LEGAL DEPARTMENT - CLAIM SETTLEMENTS & BILLINGS
37. Approving payment to Michael DeMoss for a workers’ compensation claim.
38. Approving payment to Alex Petersen for a personal injury claim.
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CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
39. Submitting travel and training request for Mayor Connie Boesen.
(Council Communication No. 24-300)
APPROVING
40. Issuance of a Certificate of Completion to HOA EVMF LLC for construction of a new 7-
story mixed use building containing approximately 110 residential units and at least 4,000
square feet of commercial space at 317 E. 6th Street in the Metro Center Urban Renewal
Area.
41. Agreement with Rebuilding Together Greater Des Moines, Inc. d/b/a Rebuilding Together
to support homeowners using the Neighborhood Services - Property Improvement
Division (ION Program).
(Council Communication No. 24-295)
42. Items regarding American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding agreement with the Des
Moines Public Schools:
(Council Communication No. 24-298)
(A) Mutual termination of agreement for expanded preschool and associated wrap around
care.
(B) Approving first amendment to agreement to fund the expansion of preschool classes.
43. Des Moines Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Unified
Planning Work Program and Budget and authorizing payment of FY 2025 Assessment in
the amount of $211,034.
(Council Communication No. 24-299)
44. First Amendment to Amended and Restated 28E Agreement with Neighborhood
Development Corporation (NDC).
(Council Communication No. 24-294)
45. Grant Agreement with Invest DSM, Inc.
(Council Communication No. 24-293)
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46. First Amendment to American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding agreement with Trees
Forever, Inc. for supplemental tree planting services.
47. Agreement for sharing of financial expenses with Polk County for the MidAmerican
Energy Two Rivers Park.
(Council Communication No. 24-306)
48. Ratification of the National Park Service (NPS) Land and Water Conservation Fund
(LWCF) grant application by the Parks and Recreation Department seeking $145,000 for
Cheatom Park Playground Improvements Project.
(Council Communication No. 24-281)
49. Application for the 2024 Body-Worn Camera Policy and Implementation Program to
Support Law Enforcement Agencies Grant, $99,970.
(Council Communication No. 24-297)
50. 28E Agreement with the Des Moines Airport Authority to provide for the joint exercise of
the respective powers in connection with the issuance of parking citation-complaints at the
Airport.
51. An exception to the procurement ordinance competitive bidding requirements and renewal
amendment to the cost sharing agreement with the Des Moines Independent Community
School District related to the School Crossing Guard Program.
(Council Communication No. 24-296)
52. Use of various City facilities as poll sites for precincts 24, 25, and 54 for the Polk County
General Election on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
53. Abatement of public nuisances as follows:
(A) 3225 State Avenue.
(B) 7204 SW 14th Street.
(C) 130 E. 33rd Street.
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54. Purchases from the following:
(A) RW Excavating Solutions, LC for log jam removal services at the SW 1 st Street
Bridge for use by the Public Works Department, $132,000. (Two hundred seventy-
nine (279) potential bidders and seven (7) bids received).
(B) G&S Service, Inc. (Darrell Been, President) for initial procurement term of two (2)
years with two (2) additional two-year renewal options for vehicle towing storage
services for use by the Neighborhood Inspections Division, estimated annual cost
$5,000. (One (1) compliant bid received).
(Council Communication No. 24-292)
(C) Purchase of up to 55 vehicles for use in various City Departments for Fiscal Year
2024-2025 utilizing various State of Iowa Department of Administrative Services
(DAS) and other approved procurement contracts, total maximum amount
$2,500,000.
(Council Communication No. 24-303)
(D) Stew Hansen Dodge City (Dan Boettcher, General Manager) for auto body repair
services for use by various City Departments for Fiscal Year 2025 per State of Iowa
(DAS) purchasing contract, estimated annual amount $350,0000.
(Council Communication No. 24-304
(E) Housby Mack Inc. (Kelly Housby, CEO) for a one-year agreement with two (2)
additional one-year renewal options for repair and maintenance of heavy-duty trucks
and the installed refuse collection equipment and related telematics services, annual
amount up to $250,000.
(Council Communication No. 24-305)
55. Purchase from Reliant Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Brett Krueger, CEO) for one heavy-duty
rescue vehicle per Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC) Contract for use by the Fire
Department, $1,509,503.
(Council Communication No. 24-280)
56. Purchase from Sutphen Corporation (Drew Sutphen, President) for one (1) 75-foot, single
axle, aerial fire apparatus per Houston-Galveston Area Council (HGAC) Contract for use
by the Fire Department, $1,767,962.04.
(Council Communication No. 24-279)
57. Receive and file Quarterly Treasurer’s Report as of June 30, 2024.
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58. Authorizing Finance Director to draw checks on registers for the weeks of July 15, 22 and
29, 2024; to draw checks for the bills of the Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency for
the weeks of July 15, 22 and 29, 2024; to draw checks for biweekly payroll due on July
26, 2024.
* * * * * * * * * END CONSENT AGENDA * * * * * * * * * *
HEARINGS (OPEN AT 5:00 PM) (ITEMS 59 THRU 67) OPEN AT 7:30 AM
59. On continuance of hearing on a Commercial Lease Agreement with Panom & Sons LLC
d/b/a Blu Thai Food and Sushi for use of Suite 309 for restaurant purposes located in City-
owned property at the T.M. Franklin Cownie City Administration Building located at 1200
Locust Street to August 5, 2024 at 5:00PM.
60. On first amendment to a license agreement with the Des Moines Area Regional Transit
Authority (DART) for bus benches in street right-of-way.
61. On approval of a License Agreement with Timbercrest Homes, LLC for use of a portion
of E. Army Post Road right-of-way at planned SE 30th Street for private stormwater
treatment improvements, $4,900.
(A) Approving Three Lakes Estates Plat 10 Final Plat and Acceptance of Subdivision
Bond.
(Council Communication No. 24-302)
62. On approval of License Agreement with Des Moines Water Works for placement of data
collection equipment on various City-owned properties.
63. On conveyance of a Permanent Easement for Water Main Right-of-Way in property
located at 2704, 2706, 2714 and 2718 George Flagg Parkway to Des Moines Water Works,
$1.
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64. On a request from Orchard Place Des Moines Children's Home (Valerie Saltsgaver,
Officer) to amend PlanDSM Creating Our Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan to revise the
future land use classification from Low Density Residential to Low-Medium Density
Residential and to rezone a parcel located in the vicinity of 1301 Kenyon Avenue from
“NX1” Neighborhood-Mix District to Limited “NX2” Neighborhood-Mix District, to
allow re-use of the existing building as a “Group Living Not Otherwise Classified”
use.(Choose one alternative below)
(A) Approve. (Requires six votes for approval due to opposition of relevant property
owners)
(1) First consideration of ordinance above.
(2) Final consideration of ordinance above (waiver requested by the applicant),
requires six votes.
OR
(B) Deny.
65. On a request from Monsoon Asians & Pacific Islanders in Solidarity (Mira Yusef, Officer)
to rezone 1212 E. 17th Court from “N3a” Neighborhood District to “RX1” Mixed Use
District, to allow re-use of an existing dwelling for an office – professional use.
(A) First consideration of ordinance above.
(B) Final consideration of ordinance above (waiver requested by the applicant), requires
six votes.
66. On 2024 HMA Resurfacing Program Contract 2: Resolution approving plans,
specifications, form of contract documents, engineer’s estimate, receive and file bids, and
designating the lowest responsive, responsible bidder as OMG Midwest, Inc. d/b/a Des
Moines Asphalt & Paving (Kevin Bragg, President), $588,480.75.
(Council Communication No. 24-282)
(A) Approval of contract and bond.
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67. On Birdland Pool Repair and Painting Improvements: Resolution approving plans,
specifications, form of contract documents, engineer’s estimate, receive and file bids, and
designating the lowest responsive, responsible bidder as Superior Painting & Epoxy
Coating, LLC (Anthony Negrete Jr., Manager), $318,000.
(Council Communication No. 24-283)
(A) Approval of contract and bond.
**** END HEARINGS AT ______________ AM ****
ORDINANCES FIRST CONSIDERATION
68. Amending Chapter 114 of the Municipal Code regarding Traffic Regulation Changes as
follows:
(Council Communication No. 24-286)
(A) Speed Limit Modification – Keosauqua Way from Tenth Street to Interstate 235
(B) Speed Limit Modification – 56th Street from Grand Avenue to Ingersoll Avenue
(C) Traffic Control Modifications – Pedestrian Signals related to the E. University
Avenue Improvements from E. 14th Street to E .17th Court Avenue project
(D) Code Correction related to Market District improvements:
(1) SE 2nd Street – E. Court Avenue to Des Moines River
(2) SE 3rd Street – E. Court Avenue to E Market Street
(3) East Elm Street – SE 2nd Street to SE 4th Street
(4) East Market Street (private) – SE 2nd Street to SE 4th Street
(E) Corner Clearance Parking Restrictions:
(1) 19th Street and Crocker Street
(2) 36th Street and Seneca Street
(3) 37th Street and Beaver Avenue
(4) Thompson Avenue and Lay Street
69. Amending Chapter 114 of the Municipal Code relating to the licensing and operation of
Pedicabs.
(Council Communication No. 24-287)
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70. Amending Section 114-243 of the Municipal Code relating to civil automated traffic
enforcement.
(A) Final consideration of ordinance above (waiver requested by Dana Wingert, Chief of
Police), requires six votes.
(B) Approving an amended Schedule of Administrative Penalties for civil penalties for
violation of the automated traffic enforcement ordinance.
COMMUNICATIONS/REPORTS
71. Requests to speak as follows:
(A) Lu Hallmeyer
(B) Jeff Krugler
(C) Tom Rendon
(D) Jerome (Jerry) Bradley
(E) Antwonette K Shade
(F) Veola Perry
(G) Noah Beacom
(H) Lori Young
(I) Elizabeth Leas
(J) Tasida Barfoot
(K) Zachary Kyman
(L) Adam Callanan
(M) Carol Maher
(N) Jolene Prescott
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