Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City
Clerk's Office, (319)753-8124.
MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BURLINGTON, IOWA CITY COUNCIL
Meeting No. 15
August 7, 2000
The Burlington City Council met in regular session at 7:00 p.m. with Mayor Scott, Council
Members Edwards, Kellogg and Thomas, present. Council Member Wright resigned effective
April 21, 2000.
BURLINGTON CITY COUNCIL
CONSENT AGENDA: To the Public:
All matters listed under Item I., Consent Agenda, having been discussed were considered to be
routine by the City Council and were enacted by one motion. There was not separate discussion
of these items. If discussion was desired, that item was removed from the Consent Agenda and
was considered separately.
MOTION: To approve all listed under Item I., Consent Agenda.
DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 4 - "AYES") CARRIED
HEARINGS:
1. Statement: Consideration of An Ordinance Amending the Comprehensive Plan by
Formally Adopting and Including the South Hill Neighborhood Plan
COMMENTS: The Housing Coordinator reviewed with Council and the viewing audience the
boundaries of the South Hill Targeted Neighborhood. She stated that the plan provides for
increased lighting, crime prevention, housing projects, infrastructure projects and miscellaneous
neighborhood improvements. She stated that the cost of the plan was $1,476,980.00 which
would be funded as follows: TNPP $455,000.00, Property Owners $242,000.00 and Other
Contributions (Grants) $779,980.00. Tara Stevens, Chairperson of the South Hill Neighborhood,
stated that the neighborhood has had excellent cooperation with the Police Department. Council
Member Thomas stated his concern that the plan was against people loitering in the South Hill
neighborhood. He stated that the neighborhood needed to come up with a plan for those people
who are loitering. He further stated that it should not be a crime to loiter. Tara Stevens stated
that the neighborhood survey showed that the main complaint was on Maple Street with adults
(not kids) loitering. She stated that monies have been allotted for the parks. The Housing
Coordinator stated that the neighborhood was concerned with late night loitering, disruptfulness
and illegal activities. Council Member Edwards stated that the bottom line was drug trafficking.
Council Member Kellogg stated that the problem was not kids but were young adults loitering.
Mayor Scott stated that he appreciated all the efforts made by South Hill Targeted Neighborhood.
He urged them to keep up the good work. The City Manager stated that the City's five year plan
provided for $416,000.00 per targeted neighborhood, not the $455,000.00 as presented. Tara
Stevens stated that the reason they were over was that they did not know in the beginning how
much money they had to work with. Dave Hanrahan of 1709 Oak Street stated that he was not
against the plan. He stated that property owners should not be kicked out of their homes because
they cannot afford to fix up their home. Mayor Scott stated that there would be housing grants
available to those who cannot afford to fix up their homes. All present had opportunity to speak
and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
Motion to Close CARRIED
Motion for Preliminary Adoption of the First Reading of An Ordinance: An Ordinance
Amending the Comprehensive Plan by Formally Adopting and Including the South Hill
Neighborhood Plan
DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 4 - "AYES") CARRIED
2. Statement: Consideration of An Ordinance to Amend Ordinance No. 3101 Establishing
the Comprehensive Strategic Plan for the City of Burlington; and Amending Ordinance
No. 3113 Establishing the Southwest Subarea Land Use; and Amend the Northeastern
Most Portion of the Southwest Subarea
COMMENTS: The City Planner reviewed with Council and the viewing audience the
boundaries of the Southwest Subarea. He stated that the proposed Ordinance amends the
Comprehensive Strategic Plan by including the Southwest Subarea Land Use Plan. He stated
that the Plan Commission had recommended approval of the Southwest Subarea Land Use Plan.
All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City
Clerk.
Motion to Close CARRIED
Motion for Preliminary Adoption of the First Reading of An Ordinance: An Ordinance to
Amend Ordinance No. 3101 Establishing the Comprehensive Strategic Plan for the City
of Burlington; and Amending Ordinance No. 3113 Establishing the Southwest Subarea
Land Use; and Amend the Northeastern Most Portion of the Southwest Subarea
DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 4 - "AYES") CARRIED
3. Statement: Consideration of An Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Map and the
City Code of the City of Burlington, Iowa, By Amending Chapter 17.88, Planned Unit
Development, and Adding 17.88.060 Approved Planned Unit Development Districts, and
Create Stonegate Village PUD
COMMENTS: The City Planner stated that the proposed Ordinance rezones the Southwest
Subarea to create Stonegate Village Planned Unit Development. Bill Ludweg of Environmental
Design and Architect Group Limited stated that Stonegate Village would be a mix-use
development on approximately 350 acres. Council Member Edwards stated that the plan for
Stonegate Village would be a great addition in Burlington. Mayor Scott stated that he would like
to see more details under the definition of Parks and Development. All present had opportunity
to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
Motion to Close CARRIED
Motion for Preliminary Adoption of the First Reading of An Ordinance: An Ordinance
Amending the Official Zoning Map and the City Code of the City of Burlington, Iowa, By
Amending Chapter 17.88, Planned Unit Development, and Adding 17.88.060 Approved
Planned Unit Development Districts, and Create Stonegate Village PUD
DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 4 - "AYES") CARRIED
COMMENTS FROM AUDIENCE: None.
Adjournment: 8:00 p.m. Approved: August 21, 2000
Kathleen P. Salisbury Timothy E. Scott
City Clerk, CMC Mayor
(See tapes on file in the office of the City Clerk for complete discussion and documentation.)
ITEM I.
Consent Agenda
FINANCES AND MISCELLANEOUS
Minutes of Previous Meetings
Payroll and City Claims
BEER, LIQUOR, WINE, CIGARETTES, REFUNDS, OR TRANSFERS
NUISANCE ABATEMENTS
REPORTS AND BONDS
RESOLUTIONS:
1. Resolution Allocating Bridge Run and Hotel/Motel Tax Fund Proceeds
2. Resolution Approving Bids for Demolition of 610 Washington Street
3. Resolution Approving the Purchase of a One-Ton Truck Cab, Chassis, Service Body, Hoist and Accessories
4. Resolution Approving Shared 28E Agreement with the Burlington Community School
District for Shared Costs for Storm Sewer Work at the Southwest Corner of Leebrick and
Spray
5. Resolution Awarding Contract for Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation at the Property Known as 1412 Valley Street, Burlington, Iowa with Funds from the Iowa Department of Economic Development CDBG Rehab Grant #99-HSG-059
SET DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING: August 21, 2000
1. Consideration of An Ordinance Amending Chapter 5.04.160 of the City Code by
Modifying the Insufficient Fund Fee for Checks Returned to the City of Burlington
APPOINTMENT:
Construction Board of Appeals: Richard Rehman