AGENDA

North Liberty City Council
May 22, 2012
Regular Session
6:30 p.m.
City Council Chambers

05-22-12 Complete Council Packet

1.    Call to order.

2.    Roll call.

3.    Approval of the Agenda. (PDF version: Agenda 05-22-12)

4.    Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance – Dennis Jordan. (PDF version: Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance 05-22-12)

5.    Consent Agenda. (PDF version: Consent Agenda 05-22-12)
A.    City Council Minutes. Regular Session. May 8, 2012.
B.    Claims.
C.    April Revenues.
D.    Liquor License Application. Fun Days (North Liberty Citizens Club) Class C Liquor License – Five Day with outdoor sales and Sunday Service endorsements.
E.    Liquor License Renewal. Casey’s General Store 625 W. Zeller. Class C Beer Permit with Sunday Sales endorsement.

6.    Public Comment.

7.    City Engineer Report

8.    City Attorney Report.

9.    City Administrator Report. (PDF version: City Administrator Report 05-22-12)

10.    Mayor Report.

11.    Noise Ordinance. (PDF version: Noise Ordinance 05-22-12)
A.    Second Consideration of Ordinance Number 12-07, An Ordinance amending Chapter 53, “Noise,” of the North Liberty Code of Ordinances by repealing Chapter 53 and adopting a new Chapter 53.

12.    Tower Ordinance. (PDF version: Tower Ordinance 05-22-12)
A.    Second Consideration of Ordinance Number 12-03, An Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Chapter 172 of the North Liberty Code of Ordinances, “Communication Towers and Antennas”
B.    Consideration to waive the requirement of three different considerations on three different dates.
C.    Third Consideration and adoption of Ordinance Number 12-03, An Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Chapter 172 of the North Liberty Code of Ordinances, “Communication Towers and Antennas”

13.    Street Trees Ordinance Updates. (PDF version: Street Trees Ordinance 05-22-12)
A.    Public Hearing regarding proposed amendment regarding trees in the right-of-way.
B.    First Consideration of Ordinance Number 12-08, An Ordinance amending the City of North Liberty Code of Ordinances by amending Chapter 150 to implement changes to trees in the right-of-way.

14.    Golf Cart Ordinance Update. (PDF version: Golf Cart Ordinance 05-22-12)
A.    Public Hearing regarding proposed changes to the golf cart ordinance.
B.    First Consideration of Ordinance Number 12-08, An Ordinance amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of North Liberty, Iowa, by adding new sections pertaining to the operation of golf carts and usage during special events.

15.    North Dubuque Street Project. (PDF version: North Dubuque Street Project 05-22-12)
A.    Public hearing regarding plans and specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost for the Dubuque Street Project.
B.    Resolution Number 12-49, A Resolution approving plans and specifications, form of contract and estimate of cost for the Dubuque Street Project.

16.    Fun Days Approval. (PDF version: Fun Days Approval 05-22-12)
A.    Resolution Number 12-50, A Resolution authorizing the use of Penn Meadows Park and city equipment for Fun Days and authorizing temporary street closings in connection with the Fun Days Parade.

17.     Tax Exempt Compliance. (PDF version: Tax Exempt Compliance 05-22-12)
A.    Resolution Number 12-51, A Resolution adopting and approving tax compliance procedures relating to tax-exempt bonds.

18.    City Attorney Employment Agreement. (PDF version: City Attorney Employment Agreement 05-22-12)
A.    Resolution Number 12-52, A Resolution approving a change in the employment status pursuant to an agreement between the City of North Liberty and Scott C. Peterson.

19.    Assessment Resolution. (PDF version: Assessment Resolution 05-22-12)
A.    Resolution Number 12-53, A Resolution authorizing the assessment of delinquent amounts owed to the City of North Liberty, Iowa to individual property taxes.

20.    Old Business.

21.    New Business.

22.    Adjournment.

Minutes
North Liberty City Council
May 8, 2012
Regular Session

Call to order.
At 7:00 p.m., Mayor Salm called the May 8, 2012 Regular Session of the North Liberty City Council to order.

Council members present: Chipman, Donahue, Hoffman, Kuhl, Wayson.

Others present: Ryan Heiar, Tracey Mulcahey, Scott Peterson, Kevin Trom, Dean Wheatley, Erika Harper and other interested parties.

Approval of the Agenda.
Kuhl moved, Chipman seconded to approve the agenda. The vote was: ayes – Kuhl, Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue, Chipman; nays – none. Motion carried.

Consent Agenda.
Hoffman moved, Kuhl seconded to approve the Consent Agenda including the City Council Minutes from the Regular Session on April 24, 2012; the attached list of Claims; the Blues & BBQ Liquor License for May 26, 2012; Corridor Ventures Liquor License Renewal for a Class E liquor with Class B & C carryout wine and beer and Sunday Sales endorsements and Pay Application Number 6 for the Golfview Drive Project to Iowa Bridge and Culvert in the amount of $41,678.14.  The vote was: ayes – Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue, Chipman, Kuhl; nays – none. Motion carried.

Public Comment.
Boy Scout Troop 216 was present at the meeting.  A representative spoke about the communications merit badge they are working on.

Judy Bonnett of the North Liberty Community Pantry reported that the 2nd Annual Pantry Golf Tournament – Airport National is scheduled for Saturday, May 19.  She encouraged golfers to sign up and thanked major sponsors, Klosterman Construction & Scheels.

City Engineer Report
City Engineer Trom reported that the final walk through for the Jones Boulevard project was held last week.  The final few items that need to be cleaned up should be done in the next week or so.
The North Dubuque Street mill and overlay project will be bid on June 6.  The public hearing will be held on May 22. The project includes a mill and overlay with four inches of asphalt and a bit of widening from just short of Highway 965 to Copeland Drive.

City Attorney Report.
City Attorney Peterson had no report.

City Administrator Report.
Assistant City Administrator Mulcahey reported that the City of North Liberty was designated as one of 213 cities as a Playful City USA.  She reported on the Centennial Planning Committee and subcommittees. Councilor Donahue has volunteered to chair the committee.  Volunteers are still being sought for the General Committee and the three subcommittees – Events, Fundraising/Finance, and PR/Media/Outreach. Anyone interested should contact Mulcahey.

City Administrator Heiar reported that the floor in the Jones Gym at the Community Center is being replaced due to previous water damage from a broken sprinkler head.  The entire floor is being replaced by insurance.

Heiar and the Mayor met with Dennis Jordan from the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance. Jordan will be attending an upcoming Council meeting.

Heiar requested direction from the Council regarding a continuing care retirement facility. Council offered direction.

Mayor Report.
Mayor Salm attended the Penn Elementary 50th Anniversary event last Sunday.

Mayor Salm proclaimed May as Older American’s Month. Bob Welsh from the Johnson County Livable Community Policy Board congratulated North Liberty for being one of the best small towns and a playful city.  He thanked Dean Wheatley for his service.  He requested that interested parties apply by June 11 to serve on the Livable Community Board.  The application form is available on the Johnson County Board of Supervisors website.

Avenue of the Flags – Optimists.
Steve Smith presented the Avenue of the Flags project and requested support from the City Council.  Donahue moved, Kuhl seconded to Resolution Number 12-44, A Resolution authorizing the use of City right of way for the North Liberty Optimists Avenue of Flags Project.   The vote was: ayes – Wayson, Donahue, Chipman, Kuhl, Hoffman; nays – none. Motion carried.

Noise Ordinance.
At 7:42 p.m., Mayor Salm opened the Public Hearing regarding revised Noise Ordinance. No oral or written comments were received. The public hearing was closed.

Chipman moved, Hoffman seconded to approve the First Consideration of Ordinance Number 12-07, An Ordinance amending Chapter 53, “Noise,” of the North Liberty Code of Ordinances by repealing Chapter 53 and adopting a new Chapter 53. Kuhl moved, Donahue seconded to shorten the distance in 53.06, 2, D to 25 feet from a vehicle. After discussion, the vote on the amendment was: ayes – Donahue, Chipman, Kuhl; nays – Hoffman, Wayson. Motion carried. After discussion, the vote on the first consideration of the ordinance was: ayes – Donahue, Chipman, Kuhl, Hoffman, Wayson; nays – none. Motion carried.

Tower Ordinance.
At 7:51 p.m., Mayor Salm opened the Public Hearing regarding proposed Tower Ordinance. No oral or written comments were received. The public hearing was closed.

Donahue moved, Wayson seconded to approve the First Consideration of Ordinance Number 12-03, An Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Chapter 172 of the North Liberty Code of Ordinances, “Communication Towers and Antennas.” After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Chipman, Kuhl, Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue; nays – none. Motion carried.

Board and Commission Ordinance Updates.
Kuhl moved, Chipman seconded to approve the third Consideration and adoption of Ordinance Number 12-04, An Ordinance Amending Chapters 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, And 166 of the North Liberty Code of Ordinances by amending sections related to meetings and composition of Boards and Commissions.  The vote was: ayes – Kuhl, Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue, Chipman; nays – none. Motion carried.

Water Rate Update.
No public comment was received.

Donahue moved, Chipman seconded to approve the third consideration and adoption of Ordinance Number 12-05, An Ordinance amending Chapter 92.02, entitled “Rates for Service” of the Municipal Code of the City of North Liberty by adopting a new section 92.02 to increase the charges for water used.  After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue, Chipman, Kuhl; nays – none. Motion carried.

Sewer Rate Update.
No public comment was received.

Hoffman moved, Wayson seconded to approve the third consideration and adoption of Ordinance Number 12-06, An Ordinance amending Chapter 99.02, entitled “Rate” of the Municipal Code of North Liberty by adopting a new section 99.02 to increase the charges for Sanitary Sewer Services.  The vote was: ayes – Wayson, Donahue, Chipman, Kuhl, Hoffman; nays – none. Motion carried.

Cemetery Board.
Mayor Salm recommended the reappointment of Don Koss to the Cemetery Board.  Donahue moved, Kuhl seconded to reappoint Don Koss to the Cemetery Board. The vote was: ayes – Donahue, Chipman, Kuhl, Hoffman, Wayson; nays – none. Motion carried.

Blues and BBQ Approval.
Cheryle Caplinger presented information about the upcoming event. Chipman moved, Wayson seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-45, A Resolution authorizing the use of Liberty Centre Park and city equipment for North Liberty Blues and BBQ and authorizing temporary street closings for the event. The vote was: ayes – Chipman, Kuhl, Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue; nays – none. Motion carried.

Library Expansion Project.
Dwight Dobberstein from Neumann Monson presented information about the bids received. Council discussed the bids received. Wayson moved, Hoffman seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-46, A Resolution Accepting the Bid and Approving the Contract with Todd Hackett Construction and Establishing Compliance with Reimbursement Bond Regulations under the Internal Revenue Code for the Library Expansion Project.  The vote was: ayes – Kuhl, Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue, Chipman; nays – none. Motion carried.

Grand Rail Commercial Site Plan Application.
Wheatley reported that the Planning Commission and Staff recommended approval with no conditions.

Mike Evans offered to answer questions about the application for commercial site development.

Donahue moved, Hoffman seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-47, A Resolution approving the Commercial Development Site Plan for 725 Pacha Parkway, North Liberty, Iowa.  The vote was: ayes – Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue, Chipman, Kuhl; nays – none. Motion carried.

Kansas Speed Limit.
Hoffman moved, Wayson seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-48, A Resolution approving Special Speed Limits in the City of North Liberty, Iowa. Council suggested having a “cross traffic does not stop” sign installed at the Kansas and St. Andrews intersection.  After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Wayson, Donahue, Chipman, Kuhl, Hoffman; nays – none. Motion carried.

Old Business.
Councilor Kuhl encouraged all to read the MPO-JC Long Range Surface Transportation Plan on website and make comments.

New Business.
Councilor Donahue reported on the status of several bills in the State Legislature.

Adjournment.
At 8:20 p.m., Donahue moved, Wayson seconded to adjourn. All ayes. Meeting adjourned.

The City of North Liberty begins a revolving loan program to support small businesses as part of its new economic development strategy.

May 16, 2012 —

The City of North Liberty and The University of Iowa John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center, have started a program to help encourage, advise and assist small businesses in North Liberty.

“Small business is an essential part of our community,” said City Administrator Ryan Heiar. “We believe this will encourage innovators to come to and invest in North Liberty.”

The loans were conceived as gap financing to help worthy under-funded projects get off the ground.

Under the program, North Liberty will offer loans, to be repaid within five years, of up to $25,000 for projects that create or retain permanent jobs, make investments into the community’s tax base or provide unique services in the community. Proposal will be reviewed by a committee composed of city staff, elected officials, local business owners and business experts, and funding and terms will be approved by the city council.

Details of the program, as well the application, are available at northlibertyiowa.org/economicdevelopment

TRAFFIC CONTACTS    275

ARRESTS    57

CHARGES    73

OWI’S    6

.02 VIOLATIONS    0

WARRANTS    11

ACCIDENTS    11

CASES    50

SUPPLEMENTS    92

CITY INFRACTIONS    8

CITY WARNINGS    35

PUBLIC ASSISTS    290

LAW ASSISTS    60

FIRE ASSISTS    29

BUSINESS CHECKS    264

ANIMINAL CALLS    241
TIME SPENT    435 mins.

VEHICLE INSPECTIONS    52

2011 MONTHLY    1117
2011 TOTAL    4774

2012 MONTHLY    1295
2012 TOTAL     5064

North Liberty needs you! You can make a difference in many aspects of community development. On July 1, each year, new terms begin on the following boards and commissions. You are invited to take this opportunity to volunteer your time to serve on any one of the following. Applications are available at the City Administration building at 3 Quail Creek Circle or on the city’s website (click here for the PDF application), and must be turned in by June 5, 2012. The City Council will make appointments at their June 26, 2012 meeting for terms that will begin on July 1.

Iowa State Code requires that cities have gender balance on all boards and commissions. With appointments and reappointments, gender balance will be considered.

Applicants must be 18 years old and a legal resident of the City. (Click here for a PDF of these descriptions)

Planning & Zoning Commission (Two positions)

This advisory board makes recommendations to the city council regarding requests for annexation, zoning, amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, subdivision plats and commercial site plans. The Planning & Zoning Commission assists in determining how North Liberty will grow and how land is utilized. The Commission meets on the first Tuesday of each month. Appointments are for three years.

Board of Adjustment(One position)

The Board of Adjustment hears and decides appeals for building permit approval when a permit has been denied because of non-compliance with certain requirements of the zoning code. This Board meets only when an appeal has been filed. Appointments are for a five year term.

Board of Appeals (Two positions)

The Board of Appeals hears and decides appeals to decisions made by the code official in the enforcement or interpretation of the building code. This Board meets only when an appeal has been filed. Appointments are for a three year term.

Park & Recreation Commission (Three positions)

The Park and Recreation Commission plans for the continuing development of parks and recreation facilities in North Liberty. They also set policies for operation of those facilities. This Commission meets monthly. Appointments are for a three year term.

Library Board of Trustees (Two positions)

The Library Board of Trustees oversees and sets policies for the operation of the North Liberty Community Library. The Board meets once each month. Appointments are for a three year term.

Tree and Storm Water Advisory Board (One position)

The Tree Board studies, plans, advises and recommends actions necessary for the care, preservation, pruning, planting, or removal of trees, shrubs and plants in City parks, along streets and in other public areas. The Tree Board meets quarterly. Appointments are for a three year term.

Telecommunications Commission (Two positions)

The Telecommunications Commission oversees the development and enforcement of the telecommunications ordinance and acts as a liaison between the cable provider and local subscribers. They also set policy for the local access television channel. The Commission meets quarterly. Appointments are for a three year term.

Cemetery Board (One position)

The Cemetery Board, jointly with the Penn Township Trustees, oversees the operation and maintenance of the Ridgewood Cemetery and the historic cemetery in Penn Township. The Cemetery Board meets several times each year. Appointments are for a three year term.

May 7, 2012 — As of the beginning of May, the City of North Liberty is using the Cedar Valley Humane Society (CVHS) for its animal shelter needs. This transition comes after the Iowa City Animal Shelter asked neighboring municipalities for increased funds in order to build a new facility. After weighing the options, North Liberty city council determined they would sign an agreement with the Cedar Rapids-based animal shelter.

City Administrator, Ryan Heiar, says, “We are grateful for the years of service provided to us by the Iowa City Animal Shelter. They have always done a great job. The decision for the move to Cedar Valley is a financial one.  That being said, we are excited to build this partnership with CVHS. We are looking forward to a long relationship with the organization. They are even coming to the city-sponsored festival North Liberty Blues & BBQ to introduce themselves to attendees.”

With the transition from the Iowa City Animal Shelter to CVHS, the protocol for reporting a stray animal in North Liberty remains the same: residents should contact City Hall at 319-626-5700. Heiar says, “Residents won’t see a service-quality change due to the move.”

“We’re excited to be partnering with North Liberty,” says Bob Citrullo, executive director of the Cedar Valley Humane Society. “It’s a great community to be involved with, and, as a nonprofit organization, we’re looking forward to providing these vital services in a professional and fiscally responsible manner.”

The Cedar Valley Humane Society website is http://www.cvhumane.org/. They can also be reached at 319-362-6288 or email at info {at} cvhumane(.)org. For additional information contact the City of North Liberty at 319-626-5700.

AGENDA
North Liberty City Council
May 8, 2012
Regular Session
7:00 p.m.
City Council Chambers

(PDF version of packet: 05-08-12 Council Packet Complete)

1.    Call to order.

2.    Roll call.

3.    Approval of the Agenda. (PDF version: Agenda 05-08-12)

4.    Consent Agenda. (PDF version: Consent Agenda 05-08-12)
A.    City Council Minutes. Regular Session. April 24, 2012.
B.    Claims.
C.    Blues & BBQ Liquor License.
D.    Corridor Ventures Liquor License Renewal. Class E liquor, Class B & C carryout wine and beer and Sunday Sales
E.    Golfview Drive Project. Iowa Bridge and Culvert. Pay Application Number 6 – $41,678.14.

5.    Public Comment.

6.    City Engineer Report

7.    City Attorney Report.

8.    City Administrator Report. (PDF version: City Administrator Report 05-08-12)

9.    Mayor Report. (PDF version: Mayor Report 05-08-12)
A.    Older American’s Month Proclamation.

10.    Avenue of the Flags – Optimists. (PDF version: Avenue of Flags 05-08-12)
A.    Resolution Number 12-44, A Resolution authorizing the use of City right of way for the North Liberty Optimists Avenue of Flags Project.

11.    Noise Ordinance. (PDF version: Noise Ordinance 05-08-12)
A.    Public Hearing regarding revised Noise Ordinance.
B.    First Consideration of Ordinance Number 12-07, An Ordinance amending Chapter 53, “Noise,” of the North Liberty Code of Ordinances by repealing Chapter 53 and adopting a new Chapter 53.

12.    Tower Ordinance. (PDF version: Tower Ordinance 05-08-12)
A.    Public Hearing regarding proposed Tower Ordinance.
B.    First Consideration of Ordinance Number 12-03, An Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Chapter 172 of the North Liberty Code of Ordinances, “Communication Towers and Antennas”

13.    Board and Commission Ordinance Updates. (PDF version: Board and Commission Ordinance 05-08-12)
A.    Third Consideration and adoption of Ordinance Number 12-04, An Ordinance Amending Chapters 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, And 166 of the North Liberty Code of Ordinances by amending sections related to meetings and composition of Boards and Commissions

14.    Water Rate Update. (PDF version: Water Rate Ordinance 05-08-12)
A.    Public Comment.
B.    Third Consideration and adoption of Ordinance Number 12-05, An Ordinance amending Chapter 92.02, entitled “Rates for Service” of the Municipal Code of the City of North Liberty by adopting a new section 92.02 to increase the charges for water used.

15.    Sewer Rate Update. (PDF version: Sewer Rate Ordinance 05-08-12)
A.    Public Comment.
B.    Third Consideration and adoption of Ordinance Number 12-06, An Ordinance amending Chapter 99.02, entitled “Rate” of the Municipal Code of North Liberty by adopting a new section 99.02 to increase the charges for Sanitary Sewer Services.

16.    Cemetery Board.
A.    Consider appointment of Don Koss to Cemetery Board.

17.    Blues and BBQ Approval. (PDF version: Blues and BBQ Approval 05-08-12)
A.    Resolution Number 12-45, A Resolution authorizing the use of Liberty Centre Park and city equipment for North Liberty Blues and BBQ and authorizing temporary street closings for the event.

18.    Library Expansion Project. (PDF version: Library Expansion Project 05-08-12)
A.    Resolution Number 12-46, A Resolution Accepting the Bid and Approving the Contract with Todd Hackett Construction and Establishing Compliance with Reimbursement Bond Regulations Under the Internal Revenue Code for the Library Expansion Project.

19.    Grand Rail Commercial Site Plan Application. (PDF version: Grand Rail 05-08-12)
A.    Planning Commission and Staff Recommendations
B.    Applicant Presentation.
C.    Resolution Number 12-47, A Resolution approving the Commercial Development Site Plan for 725 Pacha Parkway, North Liberty, Iowa.

20.    Kansas Speed Limit. (PDF version: Kansas Avenue 05-08-12)
A.    Resolution Number 12-48, A Resolution approving Special Speed Limits in the City of North Liberty, Iowa.

21.    Old Business.

22.    New Business.

23.    Adjournment.

Minutes
North Liberty City Council
April 24, 2012
Regular Session

Call to order.
At 7:00 p.m., Mayor Salm called the April 24, 2012 Regular Session of the North Liberty City Council to order. Council members present:   Chipman, Donahue, Hoffman, Kuhl, Wayson.

Others present: Ryan Heiar, Tracey Mulcahey, Scott Peterson, Dean Wheatley, Erika Harper and other interested parties.

Approval of the Agenda.
Kuhl moved, Chipman seconded to approve the agenda.  The vote was: ayes – Hoffman, Wayson, Kuhl, Donahue, Chipman; nays –none. Motion carried.

Consent Agenda.
Hoffman moved, Kuhl seconded to approve the Consent Agenda including City Council Minutes from the April 10, 2012 Regular Session; the attached list of Claims; the Liquor License Renewal for L.D. Express, Class C Beer Permit with Sunday Sales endorsement; the Liquor License Application for Bluebird Café – Class C Liquor License with Sunday Sales and Outdoor Service endorsements; March Revenues; Pay Application #2 for the Streets and Maintenance Facility Project to Garling Construction, Inc. in the amount of $149,400.80; Change Order #1 for the Streets and Maintenance Facility Project to Garling Construction, Inc. in the amount of $10,623.00.  After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Kuhl, Chipman, Donahue, Wayson, Hoffman; nays – none. Motion carried.

Public Comment.
No public comment was offered.

City Attorney Report.
City Attorney Peterson offered to answer any questions.

City Administrator Report.
City Administrator Ryan Heiar reported that the Ranshaw House will be featured in the Press Citizen this week. The Johnson County Historical Committee will be reviewing the application on May 3. The State Historical Commission will review the application in June.

The Small Business Program was unveiled at the NLD Breakfast and has received some media attention.  Another release will happen in May as the lifestyle magazines are distributed.

Heiar reminded Council that the City Clean Up Day is Saturday, April 28 from 7 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Items should be delivered to the Streets Department. A complete list of accepted items is available at NorthLibertyIowa.org.

Staff has provided additional updates to the noise ordinance. The first consideration and public hearing will be at the next City Council meeting.

The Employee Rally Group is hosting a team building event in May.

Mayor Report.
Mayor Salm proclaimed May 5 as Arbor Day in the City of North Liberty.

Mayor Salm proclaimed May as Building Safety Month.

Board and Commission Ordinance Updates.
Hoffman moved, Wayson seconded to approve the second Consideration of Ordinance Number 12-04, An Ordinance Amending Chapters 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, and 166 of the North Liberty Code of Ordinances by amending sections related to meetings and composition of Boards and Commissions.  After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Chipman, Donahue, Wayson, Hoffman, Kuhl; nays – none. Motion carried.

Water Rate Update.
No public comment was received.  The Council spoke about the proposed rate increases.

Donahue moved, Chipman seconded to approve the second consideration of Ordinance Number 12-05, An Ordinance amending Chapter 92.02, , entitled “Rates for Service” of the Municipal Code of the City of North Liberty by adopting a new section 92.02 to increase the charges for water used.  The vote was: ayes – Donahue, Wayson, Hoffman, Kuhl, Chipman; nays –none. Motion carried.

Sewer Rate Update.
No public comment was received.

Donahue moved, Wayson seconded to approve the second consideration of Ordinance Number 12-06, An Ordinance amending Chapter 99.02, entitled “Rate” of the Municipal Code of North Liberty by adopting a new section 99.02 to increase the charges for Sanitary Sewer Services.  The vote was: ayes – Wayson, Hoffman, Kuhl, Chipman, Donahue; nays –none. Motion carried.

Council Rules.
Council discussed proposed Council Rules. Items discussed include motions to reconsider, present vote versus abstain vote, handicap accessibility on field trips, public participation discussion and repetition, publication of rules and education of new council members.

Kuhl moved, Hoffman seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-38, A Resolution approving the City Council Rules as amended for the City of North Liberty, Iowa.  After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Hoffman, Kuhl, Chipman, Donahue, Wayson; nays –none. Motion carried.
Ranshaw House.
Hoffman moved, Wayson seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-39, A Resolution approving the specifications for the Ranshaw House Project. After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Kuhl, Chipman, Donahue, Wayson, Hoffman; nays – none. Motion carried.

Cedar Vista.
Wheatley presented the proposed Cedar Vista residential site plan. The proposed  site plan is recommended by staff and the Planning Commission for approval.

Council discussed the average size of the units, owner occupied vs. rental, energy efficiency/greenness of the building and siding variations.

Donahue moved, Wayson seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-40, A Resolution approving the Residential Development Site Plan for Cedar Vista, North Liberty, Iowa.  The vote was: ayes – Chipman, Donahue, Wayson, Hoffman, Kuhl; nays –none. Motion carried.

Flex Benefits.
Chipman moved, Wayson seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-41, A Resolution approving the City’s Cafeteria Plan and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Contract and Agreement with Advantage Administrators. After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Donahue, Wayson, Hoffman, Kuhl, Chipman; nays – none. Motion carried.

Animal Shelter Agreement.
Kuhl moved, Hoffman seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-42, A Resolution approving the agreement between the City of North Liberty and the Cedar Valley Humane Society for the provision of Animal Care Services in the City of North Liberty, Iowa. After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Wayson, Hoffman, Kuhl, Chipman, Donahue; nays – none. Motion carried.

School Board Letter.
Council discussed the proposed letter.  The word balance was proposed to be amended to appease.  Councilor Chipman will have a guest editorial in PC later this week.

Donahue moved, Kuhl seconded to approve a letter expressing support for the construction of a third high school in the Iowa City Community School District.  After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Hoffman, Kuhl, Chipman, Donahue, Wayson; nays –none. Motion carried.

Harvest Estates, Part 2.
Wayson moved, Hoffman seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-43. A Resolution approving the Revised Preliminary Plat Agreement between the City of North Liberty and Glynmor L.L.C. that establishes the terms and conditions under which Harvest Estates II will be developed in the City of North Liberty, Iowa.  After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Kuhl, Chipman, Donahue, Wayson, Hoffman; nays – none. Motion carried.

Old Business.
Heiar clarified the end time for City Clean Up Day which is 11:30, not noon.
Councilor Wayson reported on the Tree & Stormwater Board’s Muddy Creek Cleanup event. He thanked staff, the Scouts, and parents for clean up.

New Business.
Councilor Kuhl reported that he attended the NLD breakfast, the Chamber round table, the volunteer recognition luncheon at the library, and the Pike Powers/ICAD luncheon.

Adjournment.
At 8:17 p.m., Kuhl moved, Wayson seconded to adjourn. All ayes. Meeting adjourned.

North Liberty Telecommunications Commission
Meeting Agenda
Monday, May 7, 2012
6:00 PM Regular Session
City Council Chambers, 1 Quail Creek Circle

(PDF version of packet: April 2012 NLTC packet)
Call to order.
Roll call

1. Public comment, items not on the agenda.

2. Welcome new commissioner

3. Mediacom update

4. South Slope update.

5. Franchise and community partnership agreements update.

6. Commissioners’ comments.

7. Telecommunications staff report.

8. Approval of most recent meeting minutes.

9. Determine next meeting date: August or September depending on availability

Adjourn.