City Council Minutes February 12, 2008

North Liberty City Council
February 12, 2008
Regular Session
7:00 p.m.
City Council Chambers

At 7:00 p.m. Mayor Pro-Tem Kuhl called the meeting to order.
Kuhl noted that Mayor Salm, Council Members Hoffman and Wozniak, and City Administrator Ryan Heiar are in Washington DC on Federal issues trip.
Council members present: Chipman, Donahue, Kuhl; absent—Hoffman, Wozniak.
Others present: Assistant City Administrator Tracey Mulcahey, City Attorney Scott Peterson, City Engineer Kevin Trom, Bill Mausser, and other interested citizens.
Approval of the Agenda: Chipman moved seconded by Donahue, to approve the agenda. The vote was: ayes—Kuhl, Chipman, Donahue; nays—none; absent—Hoffman, Wozniak. Motion carried.
Consent Agenda: Chipman moved, seconded by Donahue, to approve the consent agenda including the reports from department heads, Board and Commission minutes, City Council Minutes of January 22, 2008, Liquor License Renewal for Drinks Neighborhood Pub-Class C-Outdoor and Sunday Sales, Liquor License Renewal for Fareway Store #993-Class C Beer and Carryout wine, Wastewater Treatment Plant Pay Request Number 10-Staab Construction $331,382.00, and the attached list of bills. After discussion, the vote was: ayes—Kuhl, Chipman, Donahue; nays—none; absent—Hoffman, Wozniak. Motion carried.
Public Comment: No public comment was received.
City Attorney Report: City Attorney Peterson stated that he had nothing to report outside of the agenda items.
City Engineer Report: Kevin Trom provided updates regarding ongoing city projects. There was a progress meeting today on the Wastewater Treatment Plant Project. The project is still ahead of schedule.
Johnson County Council of Governments completed the speed study at 270th Street in preparation of the new Clear Creek Amana Elementary School opening this fall. It has been forwarded to the City Administrator for a recommendation regarding the speed limit.
There have been some timing adjustments to the Kansas Avenue and Penn Street signal. The green light is longer on Penn Street.
Trom has contacted the consultants on information for the next staff meeting on the possibility of a traffic light at Golf View Drive and Highway 965.
Trom has been asked by the City Administrator to look into a new concept for a facility that would benefit five departments.
City Administrator Report: Mulcahey gave an update on RAGBRAI. An advisory Board has been formed which will over-see the project. There are four co-chairs which are Lori Meyer, Matt Meseck, Matt Bahl and Tracey Mulcahey. Jennifer Hingst is be the Treasurer of the event and Meagan Moores is the recording secretary. The RAGBRAI Organization will guide North Liberty through the process.
On Sunday, May 25th the second annual Liberty Center Blues and Barbeque Fest will be held. The event planning committee is meeting on a regular basis.
Corridor Commercial Subdivision—Addendum to Developer’s Agreement. Donahue moved Chipman seconded to approve Resolution Number 08-08, A Resolution Approving the Addendum to the Developer’s Agreement between the City of North Liberty and North Liberty Sod, LC that establishes the terms and conditions under which Corridor Commercial Subdivision will be developed in the City of North Liberty, Iowa. The vote was: ayes—Chipman, Donahue, Kuhl; nays—none; absent—Hoffman, Wozniak. Motion carried.
Ordinance Amendment-Temporary Storage Units. Chipman moved, seconded by Donahue, to approve the second consideration of Ordinance Number 08-08, An Ordinance Amending Title 17, Zoning Code, of the North Liberty Municipal Code Regarding Temporary, Portable Storage Units. The vote was: ayes—Chipman, Donahue, Kuhl; nays—none; absent—Hoffman, Wozniak. Motion carried.
Ordinance Amendment – Parking on West Cherry Street. Chipman moved, seconded by Donahue, to approve the second consideration of Ordinance Number 08-10, An Ordinance Limiting Parking on West Cherry Street. The vote was: ayes—Chipman, Donahue, Kuhl; nays—none; absent—Hoffman, Wozniak. Motion carried.
Ordinance Amendment – Adding Essential Utility Uses to all Zoning Classifications. Donahue moved, seconded by Chipman, to approve the third consideration and adoption of Ordinance Number 08-01, An Ordinance Amending Title 17, Zoning Code, of the North Liberty Municipal Code to allow Essential Utility Facilities in all Zoning Districts. The vote was: ayes—Chipman, Donahue, Kuhl; nays—none; absent—Hoffman, Wozniak. Motion carried.
Ordinance Amendment – Outdoor Eating Accessory Uses. Chipman moved, seconded by Donahue to approve the third consideration and adoption of Ordinance Number 08-02, An Ordinance Amending Title 17, Zoning Code, of the North Liberty Municipal Code Regarding Outdoor Eating Accessory Uses. The vote was: ayes—Chipman, Donahue, Kuhl; nays—none; absent—Hoffman, Wozniak. Motion carried.
Ordinance Amendment – Regarding Design Standards for Development. Donahue moved, seconded by Chipman, to approve the third consideration and adoption of Ordinance Number 08-03, An Ordinance Amending Title 17, Zoning Code, of the North Liberty Municipal Code Regarding Design Standards for Development subject to Section 1612.1.1 (9) reflect a 25% net of the front elevations. After discussion, the vote was: ayes—Chipman, Donahue, Kuhl; nays—none; absent—Hoffman, Wozniak. Motion carried.
Old Business: Kuhl reminded the public if there is a Snow Emergency to get trailers and cars off the streets to make it easier to get snow plows.
Donahue thanked the city crews for their hard work and dedication in plowing the streets this winter.
New Business: Budget meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 19th at 6:30 p.m.
Kuhl attended the Johnson County Council of Government Meeting in January. North Liberty will need a representative to serve on the new JCCOG Public Transit Commission. They will be looking at providing more adequate service to the outlying areas of Johnson County.
JCCOG is forming a Housing Task Force Committee which will need a North Liberty representative appointed to serve.
Adjournment: Chipman moved, seconded by Donahue, to adjourn the meeting at 7:25 pm. The vote was: ayes—Chipman, Donahue, Kuhl; nays—none; absent—Hoffman, Wozniak. Motion carried.