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

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 An Ordinance Vacating and Selling 160 Feet of the East-West 60 Foot Lucas Street Right-of-Way, Located West of Cottonwood Court, City of Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa

COMMENTS: The Development Director stated that the proposed Ordinance vacates and sells the 160 feet of the east-west 60-foot Lucas Street right-of-way, located west of Cottonwood Court to Dorothy Bolander for $500.00. He stated that the property was not buildable and that there would be a utility easement provided on the entire portion of the said right-of-way. He further stated that the Plan Commission unanimously approved the vacation. 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 Vacating and Selling 160 Feet of the East-West 60 Foot Lucas Street Right-of-Way, Located West of Cottonwood Court, City of Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa

DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 5 - “AYES”) CARRIED

2. Statement: Consideration of Sale of 109 North Leebrick Street, City of Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa, With Conditions

COMMENTS: The Development Director stated that the proposed Resolution provides for the sale of 109 North Leebrick to John and Tina Graham for $1.00. He stated that the property was 25 ft. x 117 ft. and was located off of Leebrick Street and north of Market Street. He stated that the City spends approximately $255.00 annually on snow removal and mowing. He further stated that the property owner to the south of the property was not interested in purchasing the property. 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 109 North Leebrick Street, City of Burlington, Des Moines County, Iowa, With Conditions

DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 5 - “AYES”) ADOPTED

COMMENTS FROM AUDIENCE: None.

Adjournment: 7:15 p.m. Approved: July 19, 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 Approving Purchase of a Workman 3200, Model 07361 with Remote Hydraulics Kit for Flint Hills Municipal Golf Course

3. Resolution Approving Purchase of Two Groundsmaster 328-D, Model 30623 Mowers for the Parks Department

4. Resolution Approving 48 Month Lease for Two Toro Greensmaster Model 3100 for Flint Hills Golf Course

5. Resolution Approving Amendment to the Second Real Estate Mortgage for Redevelopment of Newbury Village

6. Resolution Approving Final Acceptance, Final Payment and Release of Retention Monies for the 2003 ACC Resurfacing Project

APPOINTMENTS:
Historic Preservation Commission: Steven Frevert
Enterprise Zone Commission: Sue Frice