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. 48
December 17, 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.
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. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
(VOTE: 5 - "AYES") CARRIED
PRESENTATION BY RDG GROUP - PRELIMINARY DOWNTOWN PLAN
DISCUSSION: Mayor Scott stated that in 1994 the City hired TESKA Company to create a
downtown plan for the City. He stated that in 1998 the downtown plan became a part of the
City's strategic plan. He stated that in early 2000 the City reestablished the downtown task force
and in April 2001 the City hired RDG to do a preliminary downtown plan. Marty Shukert of
RDG presented to the Council and viewing audience a slide presentation of the preliminary
downtown plan for Burlington. He reviewed the following: the process; demographic/economic
information; citizen involvement (assets, challenges, vision statements and key actions); physical
analysis; economic analysis (retail market, housing market and auditorium/event facilities);
downtown vision (criteria for the vision, riverfront node, trolleys, the seam and South Hill,
Forney-Mellinger Block Infill Arts Square, Joint Performing Arts Center/Multi-Generational
Center, Residential Rehab Targets, Arts Center Parking, Victorian Village Ownership Housing
and Warehouse Canyon Interpretive District); depot node (RiverWalk, Pedestrian Bridge, South
Main Underpass, New Office/Chamber of Commerce, 1868 Burlington Depot, Streetcar
Terminal, Territorial Capitol, Depot Reuse, Library and Crapo Park Trail/South exit);
implementation of the Plan (major policy directions - event facilities, housing, public facilities,
retail, transportation); and the roadmap (sequences). Those who offered comments regarding the
plan were as follows: Elaine Baxter of 1016 North 4th Street; Andy Anderson of 119 South
Adams; Doug Coyle of 105 Ballard; Don Henry of 1711 Madison Avenue; Chris King of 1028
North 6th Street; Dave Hanrahan of 1709 Oak Street; Mary Baker of 320 South 6th Street; Leon
Shahan of 1821 Mt. Pleasant Street; Dan Kiehl, General Manger of Catfish Bend; Doris Lyon of
Saunderson Heights; Dennis Wilson of 2309 West Avenue; Shelly Morton of 901 North 5th
Street; Marilyn Champagne of South Main Street; and Dale Hockett of 134 Greenbrier. Many of
those who spoke stated they needed more time to consider the proposal. Mayor Scott indicated
that another meeting may be held in January for citizen input. All present had opportunity to
speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
ORDINANCES:
1. Motion to Amend the Motion for Preliminary Adoption of the Second Reading of An
Ordinance Amending Section 10.64.030 Snow Emergency Route Map of Chapter 10.64
Snow Emergency Regulations of the Burlington Municipal Code
DISCUSSION: The City Manager stated that there were no changes to the Ordinance Amending the Snow Emergency Route Map from the first reading. Council Member Kellogg made a motion to waive the second reading and to final adopt the Ordinance Amending the Snow Emergency Route Map. Council Member Edwards seconded the motion. After roll call vote the motion was unanimously approved. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
(VOTE: 5 - "AYES") CARRIED
DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 5 - "AYES") CARRIED
RESOLUTIONS:
1. Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Grant Application to the Iowa Department of
Transportation's Rail Economic Development program in Connection with the Rail Project
at Burlington Junction Railway
DISCUSSION: The City Manager stated that the City of Burlington was applying for a grant on behalf of Burlington Junction Railway to the Iowa Department of Transportation's Rail Economic Development Program in Connection with the Rail Project at Burlington Junction Railway for $100,000.00. He stated that the local match would be provided by Burlington Junction Railway. He stated that the project would provide for the raising of the tracks along Front Street. He further stated that the City has requested that Burlington Junction Railway provide all plans and specifications to the Public Works Department for review. Steve Hoth of Nikonha Place stated that the tracks from Jefferson Street to 600 feet north of Big Muddy's would be leveled out. He estimated the cost of the project at $130,000.00. He stated that any amount not covered by the grant, he would pledge to cover. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
(VOTE: 5 - "AYES") ADOPTED
2. Resolution Approving Replat of Lots 57, 58, 59, 60 & 61 in the Fourth Addition to Oak
Hills Subdivision
DISCUSSION: The Development Director reviewed with Council and the viewing audience the replat of Lots 57, 58, 59, 60 and 61 in the Fourth Addition to Oak Hills Subdivision. He stated that the Subdivision was located in the County, but was within the City's 2 mile limit for review. He stated that the developer plans to combine the five lots into three lots. He further stated that the County Zoning Commission has approved the subdivision. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
(VOTE: 5 - "AYES") ADOPTED
RECOGNITION FOR GARRY THOMAS, MAYOR PRO-TEM & JACK WEHRLE,
COUNCIL MEMBER
DISCUSSION: Mayor Scott presented clock plaques to Mayor Pro-Tem Thomas and Council
Member Wehrle for their outstanding service to the City of Burlington. He stated that he had the
pleasure working with Council Member Wehrle in the 1980's in the Burlington School System.
He stated that Council Member Wehrle took the position of Council Member with expertise and
vision for the City. Council Member Wehrle stated that it was pleasure to serve with the Council
and was an experience he would not forget. He stated that the City Manger has done a
tremendous job and has surrounded himself with an excellent support staff. Mayor Scott stated
that he had known Mayor Pro-Tem Thomas for four decades and it was very tough to say good
bye to him. He stated that Mayor Pro-Tem Thomas was one of the greatest Council Members to
serve the City and did a lot of behind the scene activity. He further stated that he would miss him
and loved him like a brother. Mayor Pro-Tem Thomas stated that he would miss the Mayor too.
He stated that he had played on various teams in his life but never such a diverse type such as the
City Council who never hold grudges. He stated that serving on the Council has been one of the
greatest experiences in his entire life and he enjoyed making a difference in the community. He
further stated that he enjoyed working with the City Manager and considered him a friend. He
further stated that he thanked God for all of the Council Members. Council Member Edwards
stated that he would also miss Council Member Wehrle and Mayor Pro-Tem Thomas. All
present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
COMMENTS FROM AUDIENCE: None.
Adjournment: 9:35 p.m. Approved: January 7, 2002
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 2001 Alley Reconstruction from Mason Road to Louisa Street between Leebrick Street and Garfield Avenue
*Resolution Approving Final Acceptance, Final Payment and Release of Retention Monies for
the 2001 Alley Reconstruction, Division II from Dill Street to Chamberlain Street, between
Summer Street and White Street
BEER, LIQUOR, WINE, CIGARETTES, REFUNDS, OR TRANSFERS
REPORTS AND BONDS
PETITION:
1. Motion to Receive and File Petition from Property Owners Requesting Assessment for Alley
Improvement from Summer Street to White Street between West Avenue and Chamberlain
RESOLUTIONS:
1. Resolution Approving Demolition Assessment
2. Resolution Awarding Contract for the 2002 Alley Improvement Project from Green Street to
Dill Street between Leebrick Street and Garfield Avenue
3. Resolution Approving Agreement for the 2002-2003 Iowa Main Street Program
4. Resolution Approving Issuance of Vehicle for Hire License for Joyce Lee Schultz and Pat Beardsley dba/Teddy Bear Limo
5. Resolution Approving Purchase of Used Farm Tractor for the Wastewater Treatment
Facility
6. A Resolution Approving Agreement with Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway
Company for the Construction of the Central Avenue Overpass
7. Resolution Approving the Installation of a Stop Sign at the Southwest Corner of Edwards Street and Mercer Street
8. Resolution Authorizing the Filing of An Application with the State of Iowa through Southeast Iowa Regional Planning for STP Funds for Improvements Along Summer Street Between Harrison Avenue and Maple Street on Behalf of the City of Burlington