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. 40
August 20, 2001
The Burlington City Council met in regular session at 7:00 p.m. with Mayor Scott, Council
Members Edwards, Kellogg, Thomas and Wehrle present. Boy Scout Troop No. 3 of St. Johns
Church led the Council in the pledge of allegiance.
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: Mayor Scott reviewed the items listed on the consent agenda to the viewing audience. Council Member Thomas announced those individuals appointed to various City commissions and boards. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
(VOTE: 5 - "AYES") CARRIED
HEARINGS:
1. Statement: Consideration of Issuance of $2,500,000 General Obligation Urban Renewal
Fire Station Bonds
COMMENTS: The Deputy City Manager stated that the City was entering into a loan agreement
for $2,500,000.00 General Obligation Urban Renewal Fire Station Bonds for
renovation/expansion of the downtown central fire station. He stated that the bonds would be
sold on November 5, 2001. He stated that Council needs to decide whether to repay the bonds
over 15 years or 20 years. He stated that the shorter payback time carries a lower interest rate,
but would also carry higher principal payments. He stated that the 20-year note would provide
for a higher interest rate and over the lifetime of the debt the difference could be as much as
$366,000.00 more in interest. He stated that financing the project more than 20 years would
increase City property taxes by approximately $.34 per $1,000.00 assessed valuation. He further
stated that the 15-year repayment would cost tax payers approximately $.05 more per thousand
dollars assessed valuation. He stated that his recommendation was to borrow the monies with a
15-year repayment. The Council stated their concern for keeping taxes down, but also noted the
importance of the project. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed
in the office of the City Clerk.
Motion to Close CARRIED
Resolution Taking Additional Action to Enter into a Loan Agreement for $2,500,000
General Obligation Urban Renewal Fire Station Bonds
DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 5 - "AYES") ADOPTED
2. Statement: Consideration of Disposition of City-Owned Property at 1120 Valley
COMMENTS: The Development Director stated that the proposed Resolution provides for the
sale of 1120 Valley. He stated that the City had acquired the lot through the LHAP Program and
had demolished the home that was located on the lot. He stated that the lot was approximately
40.16' x 85.5'. He stated that the property would be sold for $100.00 to the person living next
door to the vacant lot. He stated that the purchaser plans to eventually build a garage. All
present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
Motion to Close CARRIED
Resolution Approving Disposition of City-Owned Property at 1120 Valley
DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 5 - "AYES") ADOPTED
3. Statement: Consideration of Disposition of City-Owned Property at 417 Peasley
DISCUSSION: The Development Director stated that the proposed Resolution provides for the
sale of 417 Peasley. He stated that the City had acquired the lot through LHAP Program and had
demolished the home that was located on the lot. He stated that the lot was approximately 40' x
118.3'. He stated that the City had received two offers for the property in the amounts of $100
and $500. He recommended that the property be sold to the highest bidder. All present had
opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
Motion to Close CARRIED
Resolution Approving Disposition of City-Owned Property at 417 Peasley
DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 5 - "AYES") ADOPTED
4. Statement: Consideration of An Ordinance Amending the Transportation Plan of the Southwest Subarea Land Use Plan, Stonegate Village Planned Unit Development, and the City Strategic Comprehensive Plan, by Establishing a Connection between Mason Road and West Avenue
COMMENTS: The Development Director reviewed the Ordinance Amending the
Transportation Plan of the Southwest Subarea Land Use Plan, Stonegate Village Planned Unit
Development, and the City Strategic Comprehensive Plan, by Establishing a Connection between
Mason Road and West Avenue with the Council and the viewing audience. He stated that the
proposed Ordinance would allow Mason Road to extend west and link with West Avenue
through the proposed Stonegate Village Subdivision in a nearly straight line. He stated that when
first proposed Mason Road was to curve and connect to West Avenue at West Burlington
Avenue. He further stated that it was a simple change that makes sense. Warren Fritz of 12157
West Avenue stated his concern against the proposed plan due to the slight curve to allow the
streets to meet at a 90-degree angle. He further stated that there were many people speeding
along West Avenue. 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 Transportation Plan of the Southwest Subarea Land Use Plan, Stonegate
Village Planned Unit Development, and the City Strategic Comprehensive Plan, by
Establishing a Connection between Mason Road and West Avenue
DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 5 - "AYES") CARRIED
ORDINANCES:
1. Motion for Waiver of Preliminary Consideration and Adoption of the Second Reading;
and for Final Adoption of An Ordinance Amending Chapter 1.20 of the Burlington
Municipal Code to Approve New Precinct Boundaries for the City of Burlington, Iowa
DISCUSSION: The Development Director reviewed with the Council and viewing audience the Ordinance Amending Chapter 1.20 of the Burlington Municipal Code to Approve New Precinct Boundaries for the City of Burlington, Iowa. He stated that there are twelve boundary precincts included in the Ordinance. He stated that the only changes from the previous meeting were the population figures for each precinct. He further stated that the City will need to submit the Ordinance to the State and County for their approval by September 1, 2001. Kevin Booth stated his concern that people previously voting at Salter School would not be aware that their voting location will now be Grimes School. He also stated concern how voters who do not drive are able to get to Grimes School. Mayor Scott and the entire council asked the City Manager to write a letter to Carol Copeland, Des Moines County Auditor, asking that Salter School be left as a voting place until the school is actually closed. Council Member Edwards stated that for general elections both parties would gladly drive voters to their polling places. Council Member Kellogg praised the Development Director for all of his work on the new precinct boundaries. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
(VOTE: 5 - "AYES") CARRIED
COMMENTS FROM AUDIENCE: None
Adjournment: 8:00 p.m. Approved: September 4, 2001
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
- Resolution Approving Final Acceptance, Final Payment and Release of Retention Monies for the
2000 Public Works Complex Overhead Crane
BEER, LIQUOR, WINE, CIGARETTES, REFUNDS, OR TRANSFERS
REPORTS AND BONDS
RESOLUTIONS:
1. Resolution Approving Outdoor Sales Area for The Beat Tavern II, Inc. dba/The Beat for
Various Dates
2. Resolution Approving 28E Agreement with the Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division and
the Burlington Police Department for Tobacco Compliance Checks
SET DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS: September 4, 2001
APPOINTMENTS:
Construction Board of Appeals: Doris Mosley-Johnson and John Junior Harris