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AGENDA
North Liberty City Council
April 24, 2012
Regular Session
7:00 p.m.
City Council Chambers
(Complete packet as PDF: 04-24-2012-Council-Packet)
1. Call to order.
2. Roll call.
3. Approval of the Agenda. (PDF version: 04-24-2012-Agenda)
4. Consent Agenda. (PDF version: 04-Consent)
A. City Council Minutes. Regular Session. April 10, 2012.
B. Claims.
C. Liquor License Renewal. -L.D. Express-Class C Beer Permit with Sunday Sales endorsement.
D. Liquor License Application. Bluebird Café – Class C Liquor License with Sunday Sales and Outdoor Service endorsements.
E. March Revenues.
F. Streets and Maintenance Facility Project. Garling Construction, Inc. Pay Application #2. $149,400.80.
G. Streets and Maintenance Facility Project. Garling Construction, Inc. Change Order #1. $10,623.00.
5. Public Comment.
6. City Engineer Report
7. City Attorney Report.
8. City Administrator Report. (PDF version: 08-City-Administrator)
9. Mayor Report. (PDF version: 09-Mayor)
A. Arbor Day Proclamation.
B. Building Safety Month Proclamation.
10. Board and Commission Ordinance Updates. (PDF version: 10-Board-and-Commission)
A. 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
11. Water Rate Update. (PDF version: 11-Water-Rate)
A. Public Comment.
B. Second Consideration of Ordinance Number 12-05, An Ordinance amending Chapter 92.02, 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.
12. Sewer Rate Update. (PDF version: 12-Sewer-Rate)
A. Public Comment.
B. 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.
13. Council Rules. (PDF version: 13-Council-Rules)
A. Discussion regarding proposed Council Rules.
B. Resolution Number 12-38, A Resolution approving the City Council Rules for the City of North Liberty, Iowa.
14. Ranshaw House. (PDF version: 14-Ranshaw)
A. Resolution Number 12-39, A Resolution approving the specifications for the Ranshaw House Project.
15. Cedar Vista. (PDF version: 15-Cedar-Vista)
A. Resolution Number 12-40, A Resolution approving the Residential Development Site Plan for Cedar Vista, North Liberty, Iowa.
16. Flex Benefits. (PDF version: 16-Flex Benefits)
A. 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.
17. Animal Shelter Agreement. (PDF version: 17-Animal-Shelter)
A. 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.
18. School Board Letter. (PDF version: 18-School-Board)
A. Discussion and possible action regarding a letter expressing support for the construction of a third high school in the Iowa City Community School District.
19. Harvest Estates, Part 2. (PDF version: 19-Harvest-Estates)
A. 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.
20. Old Business.
21. New Business.
22. Adjournment.
Minutes
North Liberty City Council
April 10, 2012
Regular Session
Call to order.
At 6:30 p.m., Mayor Salm called the April 10, 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, Erika Harper, Jim Hansen, Jen Greer, and other interested parties.
Approval of the Agenda.
Chipman moved, Kuhl seconded to approve the agenda. The vote was: ayes – Wayson, Donahue, Kuhl, Chipman, Hoffman; nays – none. Motion carried.
Work Session – Iowa City Community School District.
Jen Greer presented information regarding the Iowa City School District discussions regarding the North Corridor schools. She encouraged the City Council to correspond with the school board and staff regarding the construction of a new North Corridor high school. Council discussed the issue with Greer and other interested parties. Council requested that a Council letter showing support for third high school in this area be drafted for consideration.
Consent Agenda.
Kuhl moved, Chipman seconded to approve the Consent Agenda including City Council Minutes. From the Regular Session on March 27, 2012; the attached list of Claims and the Liquor License Renewal for Roadies. After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue, Kuhl, Chipman; nays – none. Motion carried.
Public Comment.
Tina Dubois, Director of the North Liberty Community Pantry, provided an update on the fundraising and services provided. The committee has raised $155,000 of the goal of $250,000. There has been increase in service needs. Dubois thanked the Mayor and Councilor Chipman for attending the recent fundraising meeting. The Pantry is hosting golf outing on May 19. Donors can host a house party or buy a brick for the patio for a $1,000 contribution. Donations have ranged from $5 to 25,000.
City Engineer Report
City Engineer Trom updated Council on the Street and Maintenance Facility project. The project is off to a good start. The building has been ordered with an expected late May delivery.
The Jones Boulevard Project contractor finished concrete work today and is working on backfilling. The project is expected to be complete in the middle of next week. The saw cutting of concrete is necessary due to the timing of the cure on the concrete. The process is critical to prevent cracking of the newly poured concrete.
City Attorney Report.
City Attorney Peterson updated Council on the City Council rules process. He plans to accept edits and information until the close of business on Thursday.
Ordinance amendments will be coming at future council meetings. Minor ones will be started with public hearings. More significant changes will happen with council discussion and work prior to the public hearing.
City Administrator Report.
City Administrator Heiar reported that this is National Library Week. The North Liberty Library will host an open house on Friday, April 13 from 3 -5 p.m. celebrating National Library Week, the Library’s 25th birthday, and eliminating the Dewey Decimal System for a subject based catalog.
North Liberty Development is hosting their biannual breakfast mixer on Tuesday, April 17 at 7:30 a.m. at Hills Bank (new location). Staff will unveil the small business plan.
Spring Clean Up is set for Saturday, April 28. No changes to the existing plan. Enter from Golfview Drive. Exit to Front Street.
The Tree & Storm Water Board is hosting Muddy Creek Clean Up on April 14.
Dave Ratliff who requested the listing of Muddy Creek on the Impaired Waters List is working to get the creek off the list due to all the work the City has done to clean up the waterway.
Mayor Report.
Mayor Salm made a State of the City presentation at the recent Food Pantry event.
Board Appointment.
Kuhl moved, Hoffman seconded to appoint Michael Drennon to the Library Board. The vote was: ayes – Wayson, Donahue, Kuhl, Chipman, Hoffman, Wayson; nays – none. Motion carried.
Communication Towers and Antennas Ordinance Amendment.
At 7:22 p.m., Mayor Salm opened the Public Hearing regarding proposed ordinance amendment. Jim Hansen, Southslope Telephone, presented a list of questions and concerns regarding the ordinance updates. Hansen will meet with the City Attorney regarding the concerns prior to the next meeting. The public hearing was closed.
Donahue moved, Wayson seconded to table the first consideration of Ordinance Number 12-03, An Ordinance amending Chapter 172, “Zoning Code – Communication Towers and Antennas” of the North Liberty Code of Ordinances. The vote was: ayes – Donahue, Kuhl, Chipman, Hoffman, Wayson; nays – none. Motion carried.
Board and Commission Ordinance Updates.
Mayor Salm opened the public hearing regarding proposed ordinance amendment at 7:29 p.m. No oral or written comments were received. The public hearing was closed.
Hoffman moved, Kuhl seconded to approve the first 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 – Kuhl, Chipman, Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue; nays – none. Motion carried.
Water Rate Update.
At 7:33 p.m., Mayor Salm opened the public hearing regarding proposed water rate amendment. No oral or written comments were received. The public hearing was closed.
Donahue moved, Kuhl seconded to table the first 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. After discussion the vote was: ayes – Donahue, Kuhl; nays – Chipman, Hoffman, Wayson. Motion failed.
Chipman moved, Hoffman seconded to approve the first 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 with additional public comment being allowed at the next considerations. The vote was: ayes – Chipman, Hoffman, Wayson; nays – Donahue, Kuhl. Motion carried.
Sewer Rate Update.
At 7:48 p.m., Mayor Salm opened the public hearing regarding proposed sewer rate amendment. No oral or written comments were received. The public hearing was closed.
Chipman moved, Wayson seconded to approve the first 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. After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Hoffman, Wayson, Chipman; nays – Donahue, Kuhl. Motion carried.
CRANDIC Fiber.
Donahue moved, Hoffman seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-23, A Resolution approving the License Agreement for Occupation of the Railway Corridor with CRANDIC for the City Fiber Project. The vote was: ayes – Wayson, Donahue, Kuhl, Chipman, Hoffman; nays – none. Motion carried.
Economic Development Strategy.
Hoffman moved, Donahue seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-34, A Resolution approving the Small Business Development Program and Economic Development Strategy for the City of North Liberty, Iowa. The vote was: ayes – Donahue, Kuhl, Chipman, Hoffman, Wayson; nays – none.
Goal Setting Session Summary Report.
Hoffman moved, Wayson seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-35, A Resolution accepting the Goal Setting Session Summary Report prepared by the Institute of Public Affairs for the City of North Liberty for FY 13. After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Kuhl, Chipman, Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue; nays – none. Motion carried.
Jones Boulevard, Phase 2 Project.
Kuhl moved, Hoffman seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-36, A Resolution approving the Services Agreement between the City of North Liberty and Shive-Hattery, Inc. for services relating to the Jones Boulevard, Phase 2 Improvements Project, North Liberty, Iowa. After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Chipman, Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue, Kuhl; nays – none. Motion carried.
North Front Street Project.
Chipman moved, Wayson seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-37, A Resolution approving the Services Agreement between the City of North Liberty and Shive-Hattery, Inc. for services relating to the North Front Street Improvements Project, North Liberty, Iowa. After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue, Kuhl, Chipman; nays – none. Motion carried.
Noise Ordinance.
Heiar presented information regarding proposed noise ordinance updates. Council discussed start and end times. Council discussed saw cutting, noisy dogs, motor vehicles, and decibel measurement.
New Business.
Councilor Donahue presented information from his conference call with the Iowa League of Cities. The property tax reform bill is moving quickly. The bill establishes a floor at 50% for residential taxes and a ceiling of 60%. Commercial and industrial taxes are still unknown. The TIF bill has been significantly amended. Mulcahey send out the TIF information to all the Council for Councilor Donahue.
Adjournment.
At 8:21 p.m., Kuhl moved, Hoffman seconded to adjourn. All ayes. Meeting adjourned.
NORTH LIBERTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA
April 18, 2012, 6:30 PM
(PDF version of packet: BOA Packet 4-18-2012)
1. Roll Call.
2. Public Comment.
3. (PDF version: BOA Portable Building 4-18-2012) Conditional Use: Request of Premier Portable Building to approve plans for outside display and storage of small outbuildings at Liberty Motors, located at the northwest corner of Westwood Drive and Highway 965.
(Legal: Lot 4, Country Living Subdivision Part III)
a. Staff Review and Planning Commission Recommendation
b. Applicants Presentation
c. Public Hearing
d. Public Comment
e. Questions and Comments
f. Board Action
4. Minutes of Previous Meeting (March 2012) (PDF version: BOA Minutes 3-21-2012)
5. Old Business
6. New Business
Adjournment
AGENDA
North Liberty City Council
April 10, 2012
Work Session
6:30 p.m.
Regular Session
7:00 p.m.
City Council Chambers
(Complete packet as PDF: 04-10-12 complete Council Packet v2)
1. Call to order.
2. Roll call.
3. Approval of the Agenda. (PDF version: Agenda 04-10-12)
4. Work Session – Iowa City Community School District. (PDF version: ICCSD 04-10-12)
5. Consent Agenda. (PDF version: Consent Agenda 04-10-12)
A. City Council Minutes. Regular Session. March 27, 2012.
B. Claims.
C. Liquor License Renewal. Roadies.
6. Public Comment.
7. City Engineer Report
8. City Attorney Report.
9. City Administrator Report. (PDF version: City Administrator Report 04-10-12)
10. Mayor Report.
11. Board Appointment. (PDF version: Board Commission Appointments 04-10-12)
A. Library Board.
12. Communication Towers and Antennas Ordinance Amendment. (PDF version: Tower Ordinance Amendment 04-10-12)
A. Public Hearing regarding proposed ordinance amendment.
B. First Consideration of Ordinance Number 12-03, An Ordinance amending Chapter 172, “Zoning Code – Communication Towers and Antennas” of the North Liberty Code of Ordinances.
13. Board and Commission Ordinance Updates. (PDF version: Board Commission Appointments Ordinance Amendment 04-10-12)
A. Public Hearing regarding proposed ordinance amendment.
B. First 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
14. Water Rate Update. (PDF version: 12-05 Water Rates)
A. Public Hearing regarding proposed water rate amendment.
B. First Consideration of Ordinance Number 12-05, An Ordinance amending Chapter 92.02, 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: 12-06 Sewer Rates)
A. Public Hearing regarding proposed sewer rate amendment.
B. First 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.
16. CRANDIC Fiber. (PDF version: Fiber Project 04-10-12)
A. Resolution Number 12-23, A Resolution approving the License Agreement for Occupation of the Railway Corridor with CRANDIC for the City Fiber Project.
17. Economic Development Strategy. (PDF version: Economic Development Strategy 04-10-12)
A. Resolution Number 12-34, A Resolution approving the Small Business Development Program and Economic Development Strategy for the City of North Liberty, Iowa.
18. Goal Setting Session Summary Report. (PDF version: Goal Setting Session Summary Report 04-10-12)
A. Resolution Number 12-35, A Resolution accepting the Goal Setting Session Summary Report prepared by the Institute of Public Affairs for the City of North Liberty for FY 13.
19. Jones Boulevard, Phase 2 Project. (PDF version: Jones Blvd Phase 2 Project 04-10-12)
A. Resolution Number 12-36, A Resolution approving the Services Agreement between the City of North Liberty and Shive-Hattery, Inc. for services relating to the Jones Boulevard, Phase 2 Improvements Project, North Liberty, Iowa.
20. North Front Street Project. (PDF version: North Front Street Project 04-10-12)
A. Resolution Number 12-37, A Resolution approving the Services Agreement between the City of North Liberty and Shive-Hattery, Inc. for services relating to the North Front Street Improvements Project, North Liberty, Iowa.
21. Noise Ordinance. (PDF version: Noise Ordinance 04-10-12)
A. Discussion regarding noise ordinance.
22. Old Business.
23. New Business.
24. Adjournment.
Minutes
North Liberty City Council
March 27, 2012
Work Session & Regular Session
Call to order.
At 6:30 p.m., Mayor Salm called the Work Session and Regular Session of the March 27, 2012, 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, Nick Bergus, Mary K Mitchell, Lori Meyer, Dennis Tallman, Bill Mausser, David Hensley, Matt Zacek and other interested parties.
Approval of the Agenda.
¬Chipman moved, Kuhl seconded to approve the agenda. The vote was: ayes – Kuhl, Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue, Chipman; nays – none. Motion carried.
Work Session.
City Administrator Heiar presented the proposed Economic Development Strategy. Heiar summarized the questions and areas where staff needs direction to finalize the program. The Council discussed the funding structure of the program, using TIF vs. General Fund funds. Consensus was to use a mix of the two funding streams. Council discussed the minimum number of jobs created per $10,000 of funds loaned. Council discussed the criteria for evaluating applications and determining the job structure relative to funds loaned. With regards to the maximum loan amount of $25,000, the consensus was to maintain the level as proposed. Council decided to remove the added bullet creating the option for Council to modify the review committee’s recommendation.
Dennis Tallman spoke regarding the strategy and inquired as to why retail is excluded. The intention of the program was discussed. Mary K Mitchell asked if the program was meant to be a long term permanent fund. It is designed to be a long term revolving loan program.
Staff will update the strategy and bring the updated version back for Council consideration at the next Council meeting.
Consent Agenda.
Donahue moved, Hoffman seconded to approve the Consent Agenda including the City Council Minutes from the Regular Session on March 13, 2012; the attached list of Claims; February Revenues; the Liquor License Renewal for Gasby’s #2, Class C Beer with Sunday Sales Endorsement; the Liquor License Renewal for Quail Ridge Golf Course, Class B Beer with Sunday Sales, Living Quarters and Outdoor Service Endorsements; the Liquor License Renewal for Charlotte’s, Class B Wine Permit (Carryout Wine), Class C Liquor License with Catering Privilege and Outdoor Service and Sunday Sales endorsements; and the Streets and Maintenance Facility Project Pay Request #1 to Garling Construction, Inc. in the amount of $23,446.95. After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue, Chipman, Kuhl; nays – none. Motion carried.
Public Comment.
No public comment was offered.
City Engineer Report
City Engineer Trom reported that the Jones Boulevard Project meeting was held today. It is expected that seeding and concrete work will be happening in the next couple of weeks.
Trom reported that Garling Construction is making great progress on the Streets and Maintenance Facility Project.
Trom reported that IDNR has specifically modeled North Liberty’s use of the aquifer. The City will have access to ample water with the new requirements. Trom has forwarded the information to Fox Engineering for their study.
City Attorney Report.
City Attorney Peterson reported that the Council rule comments will be distributed tomorrow. He invited council to call or stop in to discuss.
City Administrator Report.
City Administrator Heiar reported that staff continues to work with the Cedar Valley Humane Society to draft the agreement. The agreement will be brought to Council in April. There will be no change in services, just location where animals are taken. The decision was solely based on the costs.
Heiar reported that the expanded transit route will start next week on April 2. The marketing and media information will be released tomorrow.
The North Liberty Lifestyle magazine was unveiled this week. Staff from the Corridor Business Journal, North Liberty Development and North Liberty Television worked together to create the marketing piece that will be distributed throughout the Midwest. The Mayor presented at the Chamber round table lunch yesterday.
Mayor Report.
Mayor Salm reported on fire fighter appreciation dinner last Saturday night. The member that attended the most calls for service, 254 calls, was recognized. Five volunteers attended over 200 calls. Bob Parker, a 40 year veteran of NLFD, was there via Skype.
Board/Commission Appointments.
Donahue moved, Chipman seconded to approve the appointment of Matt Zacek to the Telecommunications Commission and Brian Davis to the Cemetery Board. After discussion, the vote was: Wayson, Donahue, Chipman, Kuhl, Hoffman; nays – none. Motion carried.
Library Expansion Project.
At 7:34 p.m., Mayor Salm opened the Public Hearing regarding Library Expansion Project. No oral or written comments were received. The public hearing was closed.
Kuhl moved, Hoffman seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-27, A Resolution approving plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the Library Expansion Project. Councilor Donahue stated that compared to present operations, the circulation desk is out of the mix to observe the expanded library. With the expanse of the facility, the city may have to look at camera monitoring from the desk. After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Chipman, Kuhl, Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue; nays – none. Motion carried.
Rescission Resolution.
Chipman moved, Hoffman seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-28, A Resolution rescinding Resolution Numbers 06-214 and 07-12 regarding Annexation Agreements. After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Kuhl, Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue, Chipman; nays – none. Motion carried.
Water Systems Facility Plan.
Kuhl moved, Donahue seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-29, A Resolution approving a Services Agreement between the City of North Liberty and Fox Engineering Associates, Inc. for services relating to the Water Systems Facility Plan, North Liberty, Iowa. The vote was: ayes – Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue, Chipman, Kuhl; nays – none. Motion carried.
Farm Lease.
Chipman moved, Wayson seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-30, A Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a Lease of certain agricultural property owned by the City of North Liberty, Iowa. After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Wayson, Donahue, Chipman, Kuhl, Hoffman; nays – none. Motion carried.
Cedar Springs, Part 13.
City Planner Wheatley presented the subdivision plat for Cedar Springs, Part 13. This is a simple two lot split of the pond lot in Cedar Springs. Staff recommended approval with the pond being transferred to the Homeowner’s Association and installation of sidewalk on the periphery of the pond lot. The plat was updated with minor changes on the dimensions. Bill Mausser reported that the Planning Commission recommended approval with no conditions.
Hoffman moved, Wayson seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-31, A Resolution approving the Developer’s Agreement between the City of North Liberty and Cedar Springs Partners, LLC that establishes the terms and conditions under which Cedar Springs, Part 13 will be developed in the City of North Liberty, Iowa. After discussion, the vote was: ayes – Donahue, Chipman, Kuhl, Hoffman, Wayson; nays – none. Motion carried.
Chipman moved, Wayson seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-32, A Resolution approving the Final Plat of Cedar Springs, Part 13, North Liberty, Iowa. The vote was: ayes – Chipman, Kuhl, Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue; nays – none. Motion carried.
Blue Bird Café Site Plan.
Wheatley presented the Conditional Use application for Blue Bird Café for Outdoor Seating.
Donahue moved, Wayson seconded to approve Resolution Number 12-33, A Resolution approving the Commercial Development Site Plan for Bluebird Café located on Lot 15, Liberty Centre, Part 1, North Liberty, Iowa. The vote was: ayes – Kuhl, Hoffman, Wayson, Donahue, Chipman; nays – none. Motion carried.
New Business.
Wheatley presented an update on the Board of Adjustment meeting relating to in home daycares.
Councilor Chipman updated Council on the latest CVB meeting. The CVB distributed new business guides with four different covers including one specific to North Liberty.
Adjournment.
At 7:55 p.m., Wayson moved, Hoffman seconded to adjourn. All ayes. Meeting adjourned.
North Liberty Tree & Storm Water Advisory Board
Committee Meeting: Wednesday April 4, 2012, @ 7:00PM
City Council Chambers (#1 Quail Creek Circle)
(Complete PDF packet: Tree Storm 4-4-12 complete packet)
Proposed Agenda
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Review and approve minutes: Minutes from the January meeting.
2. Public Comments/Concerns: Open to public for comments and concerns; 5 minutes per person time limit.
3. Tree permitting program Don Colony; City of North Liberty Streets Superintendent
within right of ways: to speak on reasons why we are requesting eliminating the program.
4. Tree City USA Award (16 yrs.) Annual Community Forestry Awards Luncheon
April 17th Johnson, IA.
5. Storm Water Issues: Introduce Bill Minor; City of North Liberty Construction Inspector.
6. Bike Trail & Muddy Creek Trail Clean up date set for April 14th. Clean Up Day: Meet at the Rec Center 9:00 am.
7. Discussion on any issues or concerns not on agenda:
OLD BUSINESS:
1. Old Business:
Issues from past meetings.
CONCLUSION:
1. Next meeting: Next Meeting: July 11, 2012, 7:00 pm. City Council Chambers.
2. Adjourn:
North Liberty Tree & Storm Water Advisory Board
Minutes of January 4, 2012 meeting
Meeting called to order: 7:00
Present: Virginia Combs, Nick Gefaller, Guy Goldsmith, Kevin Coates
Absent: Thomas Stoeffler, Benjamin Voss
New Business:
1. Review and approve minutes: October meeting minutes reviewed and approved.
2. Open to public for comments and concerns. No comments or concerns brought forward.
3. Trees Please Grant: Grant awarded to the city, funds will be used for planting a second round of trees at Quail Ridge North.
4. Tree City USA: helps the city to get grants, to qualify the city must spend $2 per person on trees each year and North Liberty exceeds this by about a third. If approved, there will be a ceremony in Des Moines.
5. Larry Trout’s report: Larry is retiring as of Friday after 41 years in the field. His replacement will be Bill Minor.
• Larry distributed handout on grants from the city for rain barrels and gardens. Up to $7500 is available each year and this year the city awarded $1171.50. The barrels can be bought anywhere and after the application is submitted to the city, a citizen can receive the cost of the barrel as well as costs for associated hardware.
• The city posted a guidebook on maintaining storm water systems on their website.
• Larry commented on how proactive North Liberty is with storm water issues, from city departments to citizens. The city’s retention basins are healthy, well designed, and have good depths.
• The recent DNR visit was a success, they think North Liberty has a great system. We passed MS4 inspection just 2 weeks ago.
6. Creek Clean up does not have a date yet, though it will probably be the first week of April.
7. The city council will be reviewing the most current ordinance and it will be discussed at a future Tree and Storm Water Board meeting
Old Business:
1.
Next meeting: April 4, 2012 7:00 pm at New City Council Chambers.
Meeting adjourned: 7:23
NORTH LIBERTY PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA
April 3, 2012, 6:30 PM
(Complete packet as PDF: April 2012 Planning Zoning Complete packet)
1. ROLL CALL
2. AGENDA APPROVAL
3. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA (PDF version: PZ agenda 4-3-12)
4. (PDF version: Premier Portable Building 4-3-12) CONDITIONAL USE: Request of Premier Portable Building to approve a request for outside display and storage at 600 Westwood Drive, located at the northwest corner of Westwood Drive and Highway 965 (Liberty Motors).
(Legal: Lot 4, Country Living Subdivision Part III)
a. Staff Presentation
b. Applicants Presentation
c. Public Comments
d. Questions and Comments
e. Recommendation to Board of Adjustment
5. (PDF version: Cedar Springs 4-3-12) SITE PLAN: Request of Grand Rail Development to approve a multi-family site plan for property generally located north of the pond at Cedar Springs Drive and Silver Maple Trail.
(Legal: Lot 335 Cedar Springs Part 13)
a. Staff Presentation
b. Applicants Presentation
c. Public Comments
d. Questions and Comments
e. Recommendation to City Council
6. APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS MINUTES (PDF version: March minutes PZ 4-3-12)
7. OLD BUSINESS
8. NEW BUSINESS
9. CASES UNDER DEVELOPMENT
10. ADJOURNMENT
Planning Commission
Minutes
March 6, 2012
Roll Call.
At 6:30 p.m., Chairman Mausser called the March 6, 2012 Planning Commission meeting to order. Commission members present: Anderson, Covert, Detlefsen, Frost, Mausser, Moore; absent – Haack.
Others present: Dean Wheatley, Tracey Mulcahey, Scott Peterson, Erika Harper and other interested parties.
Agenda Approval.
Moore moved, Frost seconded to approve the agenda. The vote was: ayes – Detlefsen, Mausser, Moore, Anderson, Frost, Covert; nays – none; absent – Haack. Motion carried.
Public comment on items not on the agenda.
No public comment was offered.
315 South Stewart Street Conditional Use Application.
Staff Presentation
Wheatley presented the request of Lisa Hills to approve a conditional use for a residential daycare at 315 South Stewart Street. Wheatley asked for discussion later regarding increasing the number of children to 12 to comply with state code.
Staff recommends approval with the condition that the screening be installed for the play area to minimize impact on the neighbors.
Applicant’s Presentation
Lisa Hill presented her application for the Conditional Use for an in home daycare. She will comply with any conditions requested. .
Public Comments
No public comments were offered.
Questions and Comments from the Commission
The Commission discussed the screening requirement relating to covenants.
Recommendation to Board of Adjustment
Detlefsen moved, Moore seconded to recommend approval of the Conditional Use Application to the Board of Adjustment with the following condition:
The owner must provide, by no later than June 1 2012, required screening consisting of 6’ tall fencing or densely planted trees/shrubs that will grow to 6’ within 2 years of planting.
The vote was: ayes –Mausser, Moore, Anderson, Frost, Covert, Detlefsen; nays – none; absent – Haack. Motion carried.
1535 Deerfield Drive West Conditional Use Application.
Staff Presentation
Wheatley presented the request of Linda Vawter-Morgan to approve a conditional use for a residential daycare at 1535 Deerfield Drive West. Staff recommends approval with the condition that the HVAC issue be remedied.
Applicant’s Presentation
Linda Vawter-Morgan presented her application for a conditional use for an in home daycare. She stated that the HVAC issue has been completed. She stated that her application meets all of the requirements.
Public Comments
No public comments were offered.
Questions and Comments from the Commission.
The Commission discussed the number of other childcare providers in the neighborhood and throughout town with conditional uses for daycares. Traffic issues on the street and parking were discussed.
Recommendation to Board of Adjustment
Detlefsen moved, Moore seconded to recommend approval of the Conditional Use Application to the Board of Adjustment with the following conditions:
1. The building safety issue regarding heating and cooling vent termination to the garage needs to be completed and inspected by the City Building Department staff within 14 days of the conditional use approval by the Board of Adjustment.
2. An annual review needs to be conducted to ensure that the garage is not being used as childcare space.
The vote was: ayes – Moore, Anderson, Frost, Covert, Detlefsen, Mausser; nays – none; absent – Haack. Motion carried.
Cedar Springs, Part Six, Lot 157 Final Plat.
Staff Presentation
Wheatley presented the request of Cedar Springs Partners LLC to approve a two-lot final plat for property located at the pond in the Cedar Lake development. This is a replat of the original pond lot in Cedar Springs. With this plat, the pond goes to association for maintenance. The site plan for the developable lot may be on the April Commission agenda. Staff recommends for approval with no conditions.
Applicant’s Presentation
Tom Lepic, one of the developers at Cedar Springs, presented information regarding the application for a final plat.
Public Comments
No public comments were offered.
Questions and Comments from the Commission
The Commission discussed the Homeowner’s Association, multifamily development on this lot, and association fees.
Recommendation to City Council
Moore moved, Detlefsen seconded to recommend approval of the Final Plat Application to the City Council with no conditions. The vote was: ayes –Anderson, Frost, Covert, Detlefsen, Mausser, Moore; nays – none; absent – Haack. Motion carried.
Communication Towers and Antennas Ordinance Amendment.
Staff Presentation
Wheatley presented the Communication Towers and Antennas ordinance amendment. This is an update to the City’s current provisions for siting facilities.
Public Comments
No public comments were offered.
Questions and Comments from the Commission
Safety, who approves agreements,
Recommendation to City Council
Moore moved, Frost seconded to recommend approval of the Communication Towers and Antennas Ordinance to the City Council. The vote was: ayes –Frost, Covert, Detlefsen, Mausser, Moore, Anderson; nays – none; absent – Haack. Motion carried.
Approval of Previous Minutes
Moore moved, Frost seconded to approve the minutes of the February 7, 2012 Planning Commission Meeting. All ayes. Motion carried.
Old Business.
Wheatley reported that Casey’s had provided a revised site plan and revised building elevations, and has now heard the development is not moving forward. He anticipates another proposal at another location.
New Business.
The Cedar Springs site plan application discussed tonight will likely be on the next agenda.
Adjournment.
At 7:17 p.m., Anderson moved, Moore seconded to adjourn. All ayes. Meeting adjourned.
North Liberty Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting
Thursday, April 5, 2012
Proposal of Agenda
Complete Parks Rec packet for April 12
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Approve minutes from meeting (s) of: Minutes from March meeting.
2. Public Comments/Concerns: Open to public for comments and concerns; 5 minutes per person time limit.
3. 2012 Summer Brochure: Brochure is available and registration has begun.
4. Green Space Use: Use of city green space for private programs.
5. Building & Grounds Report: See Guy’s monthly report.
6. Upcoming Events: Big Muddy Creek Clean Up April 14 Volunteers Needed!
Wild Rose Casino/Blue Heron Cruise April 19
Bicklehaupt Arboretum?Blue Heron Cruise April 28
Community Gardens – plots available May 1
7. Other Issues/Concerns: Any new issues not on the agenda?
OLD BUSINESS:
1. Recreation Monthly Report: Report included in packet summarizing the past month.
2. Monthly Budget Reports: Request for monthly budget revenue & expenditure reports.
3. Other Issues/Concerns: Any old issues not on the agenda?
CONCLUSION:
1. Next Meeting Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 7:00PM
Location: City Council Chambers at 1 Quail Creek Circle
2. Adjourn
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