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MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BURLINGTON, IOWA CITY COUNCIL
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MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BURLINGTON, IOWA CITY COUNCIL
Meeting No. 2
January 20, 2004
The Burlington City Council met in regular session at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall, Council Chambers with Mayor Edwards, Council Members Baker, Ell, Campbell and King present.
BURLINGTON CITY COUNCIL
PROCLAMATIONS: Retirement of Earnest Ward, Deputy Fire Chief
Mentoring Month - Devin Blint
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 Edwards reviewed the items listed on the consent agenda to the viewing audience. Council Member Ell 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 the Concept for the 2004 Court Street Reconstruction
COMMENTS: The City Manager stated that the 2004 Court Street Reconstruction Project consisted of reconstruction of Court Street between 3rd and 4th Streets, south and adjacent to the Mercy Building (now River Park Place). He stated that Metzger Johnson Architects was planning on relocating to the basement and sub-basement area of the building and was in need of access to the building. Dave Metzger of Metgzer Johnson Architects reviewed with Council and the viewing audience the concept drawing of the project. He stated that Court Street would still be 27 ft. back to back, with the loss of parking on the north side of the west end of Court Street from 3rd to 4th Streets, but in exchange there would be diagonal parking on the north side on the east end of Court Street between 3rd and 4th Street. He stated that the retaining wall would be concrete with texture. The City Manager explained that it would be a cost-sharing project for the reconstruction portion, with the City’s cost estimated at $70,000.00 and would be funded with TIF. Jerry Adams of 417 Court Street, president of Heritage Hill, questioned the elevation of the west section of the dock. Dave Metzger stated that it would be the same elevation as 4th Street. Tim Hoschek of 2622 Evergreen Drive stated his concern for loss of parking around the Des Moines County Courthouse for citizens. Dave Metzger stated that Court Street from 3rd Street east will remain the same. The Public Works Director stated that there may be loss of 3-4 parking spaces on the north side. He stated that Court Street, Main Street to 3rd Street will be changed to diagonal parking when that portion is reconstructed to concrete the summer of 2005. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
Motion to Close CARRIED
2. Statement: Consideration of Sale of Property Lot 4 Burlington South Subdivision, 13.52 Acres With Conditions Continued from the January 5, 2004 City Council Meeting
COMMENTS: The City Manager stated that since the last meeting, Scott Peck and Bob Huppenbauer have amended their offer for Lot 4 of Burlington South Subdivision from $85,000.00 to $112,600.00. The City Planner stated that lot 4 of Burlington South Subdivision consisted of 13.52 acres located south of Mason Road. Captain Otto of the Salvation Army stated that they have been looking for property for more than two years. He stated that if they are
able to purchase the property they would place their present property on the market and when it sells it would be placed on the City’s tax rolls. He stated that there has been some concern from residents regarding the transient shelter. He stated that one out of 80 individuals served are actual transients and all go through the Police Department first for police checks. He stated that most transients are those who have lost their jobs and are unable to afford housing. He presented pictures of community centers throughout Iowa. He stated that they may place a buffer around their property. Bob Sanchez of the Salvation Army Advisory Board felt that the best use for the property was commercial. Scott Peck of 2636 Cliffwood Drive stated that Bob Huppenbauer and he were planning on developing the property to consist of 26 single-family lots with homes costing approximately $150,000.00 - $175,000.00. He stated that 24 condominiums would also be built. He stated that the appraisal of the property was appraised for commercial and not residential, which is why the City’s appraisal of the property was so high. He felt the fair market value of the property was $71,263.00 and they were offering $112,600.00. He stated that the potential property tax income for the property was $117,000.00. He stated that the surrounding property owners were in favor of their project. Mary Buhmeyer of 1513 Haskell presented Council with a petition from surrounding property owners requesting that the City Council not sell the property to the Salvation Army as they felt the property should be used for single-family residential. Sharon Leeper of 1426 Madison Avenue stated her concern for zoning and runway protection area. Gary Cheeley of 2500 Mason Road stated that he had a 6-year-old daughter who enjoys playing outside and he was concerned with the transient shelter be built by the Salvation Army. Tim Scott of 2017 South 15th Street stated that Mason Road was built with single-family home development in mind. He stated that the National Guard Armory was planning on moving to the Ordnance Plant and maybe the Salvation Army would be able to move there. After considerable discussion by the City Council it was the unanimous decision to sell the property to Scott Peck and Bob Huppenbauer with the following conditions: (1) the sale price of lot 4 of Burlington South Subdivision is $112,600.00 (2) items 1-5, conditions of the offer will be removed as the Burlington City Council will follow City Code and policies regarding any future decisions on the property (3) items 6 and 7 of the conditions of the offer will be removed as the property is in the tax abatement program and the offer has been accepted prior to January 22, subject to these conditions (4) the buyers will be able to obtain reasonable financing at competitive terms (5) the $1,000.00 earnest money received by the City of Burlington from Scott Peck and Bob Huppenbauer will be deposited. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
Motion to Close CARRIED
Resolution Approving Sale of Property Lot 4 Burlington South Subdivision, 13.52 Acres With Conditions
DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 5 - “AYES”) ADOPTED
RESOLUTION:
1. Resolution Amending Resolution 2002-229, A Resolution Approving the Final Plat of Florence Subdivision
DISCUSSION: The Development Director stated that the proposed Resolution amends the final plat of Florence Subdivision to allow no less than an 85-foot minimum lot depth subject to all the conditions of Resolution No. 2002-229. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
(VOTE: 5 - “AYES”) ADOPTED
COMMENTS FROM AUDIENCE: Jim Olson stated that he has worked with Burlington Northern Railroad since 1974. He stated that his union has hired an attorney. He stated that he has heard that business people and City officials were saying not to push the issue with the Railroad. Council Member King stated that Council has never said that they would not push the issue. He said the only reason they would not pursue the issue, would be if their legal counsel said not to pursue the issue. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
Adjournment: 8:45 p.m. Approved: February 2, 2004
Kathleen P. Salisbury Mike Edwards
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 Meetings
Payroll and City Claims
BEER, LIQUOR, WINE AND CIGARETTES
REPORTS AND BONDS
RESOLUTIONS:
1. Resolution Approving Demolition/Nuisance Abatements
2. Resolution Awarding Purchase of Four (4) Patrol Squad Cars for the Burlington Police Department
3. Resolution Approving Urban Revitalization Tax Exemptions Pursuant to Chapter 404 of the State Code of Iowa
4. Resolution Approving Contract with Des Moines County and the City of West Burlington for the Acquisition and Maintenance of a Printrak Fingerprinting Machine
5. Resolution Approving 2004 Loan Agreement with United States Air Force Static Display Program for Display of Aircraft at the Burlington Regional Airport
SET DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. Consideration of An Ordinance Vacating and Selling the East West 250 Feet of the 80-Foot Market Street Right-of-Way Located Between 4th and 5th Streets, Original City, City of Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa (February 2, 2004)
2. Consideration of An Ordinance Repealing Ordinance No. 3148, Being an Ordinance Creating the Stonegate Village PUD and Adopting a new Ordinance Forming the Stonegate Village PUD (Planned Unit Development) as Allowed by Section 17.20.40 of the Burlington Municipal Code (February 17, 2004)
APPOINTMENTS:
Grow Greater Burlington: Chris King
Emergency Management Commission: Mike Edwards and Chris King as Alternate
Convention & Tourism Bureau: Mary Baker
Des Moines County Solid Waste Commission: Bill Ell, Bruce Slagle and Don Fitting
Downtown Partners, Inc.: Mike Campbell and Chris King
Resource Enhancement and Protection County Committee (REAP): Mary Baker
Regional Planning Commission: Bill Ell and Mike Campbell as Alternate
Southeast Iowa Economic Development Coalition (SEID): Bill Ell and Mike Edwards as Alternate
Southeast Iowa Homeless Coordinating Board: Mary Baker
Assessor’s Conference Board: Mike Edwards and Bill Ell
Burlington Bees Association: Bill Ell
Flint Creek Advisory Committee: Chris King
Youth Commission: Mike Campbell
Steamboat Senior Citizen Corporate Board: Mary Baker