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MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BURLINGTON, IOWA CITY COUNCIL
Meeting No. 47
December 1, 2003
For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk’s office at (319)753-8124.
MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BURLINGTON, IOWA CITY COUNCIL
Meeting No. 47
December 1, 2003
The Burlington City Council met in regular session at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall, Council Chambers with Mayor Scott, Council Members Baker, Edwards, Kellogg and King 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 items listed under Item I., Consent Agenda.
DISCUSSION: Mayor Scott reviewed the items listed on the consent agenda to the viewing audience. Council Member Kellogg 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.
(VOTES: 5 - “AYES”) CARRIED
ORDINANCES:
1. Motion for Preliminary Adoption of the Second Reading of An Ordinance Amending Section 47.08 Permit Requirements of Chapter 47 Alarm Systems of the Burlington Municipal Code
DISCUSSION: The City Manager stated that there were no changes to the proposed Ordinance Amending Section 47.08 Permit Requirements of Chapter 47 Alarm Systems of the Burlington Municipal Code from the first reading. John R. Sandell of 2803 West Avenue stated that he hoped the fees would be reasonable and that the Resolution would be listed on the regular portion of the agenda for discussion. Council Member Kellogg felt that the fees would be reasonable. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
(VOTE: 5 - “AYES”) CARRIED
2. Motion to Amend Various Sections of the Proposed Ordinance Amending Chapter 65 Animal Protection and Control of the Burlington Municipal Code
DISCUSSION: The City Manager reviewed the proposed amendment to various sections of the proposed Ordinance Amending Chapter 65 Animal Protection and Control of the Burlington Municipal Code with the Council and the viewing audience. Mayor Scott read a letter from Thomas G. Bell of 116 Orchard Place who was opposed to the proposed Ordinance. After considerable discussion by the Council, Mayor Scott stated that the Council may need to take another look at the Ordinance if more citizens are concerned about the Ordinance once it takes effect. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
(VOTE: 5 - “AYES”) CARRIED
3. Motion for Final Adoption of An Ordinance Amending Chapter 65 Animal Protection and Control of the Burlington Municipal Code Continued from the November 17, 2003 City Council Meeting
DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 5 - “AYES”) CARRIED
COMMENTS FROM AUDIENCE: John R. Sandell of 2803 West Avenue stated his concern that when Main Street was reconstructed they did not add any parking near the Court House. The City Manager stated that the parking situation was the same as prior to the reconstruction of Main Street. Mayor Scott asked the City Manager review the parking situation on Main Street. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
Adjournment: 7:25 p.m.
Approved: December 15, 2003
Kathleen P. Salisbury Timothy E. Scott
City Clerk, C.M.C. 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 Meeting
Payroll and City Claims
BEER, LIQUOR, WINE AND CIGARETTES
REPORTS AND BONDS
RESOLUTIONS:
1. Resolution Approving Agreement Between the City of Burlington, Iowa and Burlington Post Number 52 of the American Legion for Use of Banquet Rooms at Memorial Auditorium
2. Resolution Establishing A New Fee Schedule for the RecPlex
APPOINTMENTS:
Zoning Board of Adjustment - John Fenton