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MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BURLINGTON, IOWA CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS
OF THE BURLINGTON, IOWA CITY COUNCIL
Meeting No. 5
March 1, 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
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. Andy Anderson of 119 South Adams Street requested the removal of the Resolution Approving Support of the 2004 ‘Great River Gateway’ Vision Iowa Application Concerning Des Moines County and Burlington, Iowa from the consent agenda for discussion at the end of the meeting. Dave Hanrahan of 1709 Oak Street requested the removal of the Resolution Setting Date for Public Hearing for Consideration of $2,265,000 Essential Corporate Purpose Loan Agreement and $1,160,000 General Corporate Purpose Loan Agreement from the consent agenda for discussion at the end of the meeting. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
(VOTES: 5 - “AYES”) CARRIED
HEARINGS:
1. Statement: Consideration of Fiscal Year 2004/2005 Budget
COMMENTS: The Deputy City Manager reviewed the fiscal year 2004-2005 proposed budget. He stated that the total expenditures for fiscal year budget 2004-2005 totaled $39,031,093.00. He stated that the tax roll back went from 51.39% to 48.46% for residential and 100% to 99.26% for commercial. He stated that the property valuation decreased to $551,679,266.00. He stated that the Municipal Fire and Police Retirement System of Iowa impact was $199,869.00 (up from 20.48% to 24.92%). He reviewed the local sales tax distribution (properly tax relief 50%, capital projects 28%, police officers 18% and economic development 4%). He stated that the garbage rated would increase by $.55 per household per month. He explained the tax levy rate was $14.23, a proposed increase of $.95. He stated that the use of sales tax offsets the rate by $3.16. He also reviewed the impact of the tax increase, the impact of the rollback and how Burlington compares with other cities of similar size in Iowa, the general fund State cuts, the general fund program/service cuts and the general fund tax rate reductions. He stated that the road use tax fund was $83.50 per capita. He reviewed the CIP for fiscal year 2004-2005, the street construction program and the sales tax allocation for capital purposes (streets 72%, economic development 15%, police cars 9% and community field 4%). He also handed out a list of 40 budget reductions/shifts that have taken place over the years. He stated that there were no reductions/shifts left to be made without cutting services. Leon Shahan of 1821 Mt. Pleasant Street stated his concern for high taxes and the use of TIF. He stated that any cash shortages for the RecPlex should come out of the Convention and Tourism fund. Andy Anderson of 119 South Adams Street stated that all communities in Iowa have abused TIF for what it was created for. Mayor Edwards stated that less than 5% of the total valuation in Burlington was TIF. He stated that Burlington uses TIF prudently and cautiously. Dave Hanrahan of 709 Oak Street questioned if the City had paid $30,000.000 to Emergency Management. The Deputy City Manager stated that Emergency Management would be receiving $30,000.00 from the City. Jeff Heland of 200 Emmett Street stated that the City should not be ashamed about a $.95 tax increase. He stated that he was more concerned with fee increases. Rod Kellogg of 722 South Garfield congratulated the Council on doing a fine job. Shawn Gearhart of 1000 Spring Street questioned if City employees would consider working without compensation for overtime or having a wage freeze. He further questioned if the squad cars could be stripped down more to save monies. The Police Chief stated that the police vehicles were purchased under State bid and all police vehicles require police package. He stated that when the Police Department is done using the vehicles they go to different City departments for use. He stated that the City presently purchases used vehicles for CID. Council Member King stated that he was not ashamed of the $.95 increase, which was due to State cuts. He stated that it was a fact of life that the cost of living goes up each year. The Mayor and Council commended the Deputy City Manger and department heads for keeping the tax rate low. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
Motion to Close CARRIED
Resolution Approving Fiscal Year 2004/2005 Budget
DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 5 - “AYES”) ADOPTED
2. Statement: Consideration of Disposition of City Owned Property at 125 North Marshall Street
COMMENTS: The Development Director stated that the proposed Resolution provides for the
sale of 125 North Marshall to the Homeless Shelter. He stated that the Homeless Shelter was
planning on expanding their existing facility. 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 125 North Marshall Street
DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 5 - “AYES”) ADOPTED
3. Statement: Consideration of An Ordinance Creating the Mason Meadows PUD as Allowed by Section 17.20.40 of the Burlington Municipal Code
COMMENTS: The Development Director stated that the proposed Ordinance creates Mason
Meadows Planned Unit Development (PUD). He stated that Mason Meadows would
incorporate two-family and single-family residential land uses. 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 Creating the Mason Meadows PUD as Allowed by Section 17.20.40 of the Burlington Municipal Code
DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 5 - “AYES”) CARRIED
RESOLUTION:
1. Resolution Approving the Preliminary Plat of Mason Meadows Subdivision
DISCUSSION: The Development Director reviewed with Council and the viewing audience the
preliminary plat of Mason Meadows Subdivision. All present had opportunity to speak and
nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
(VOTE: 5 - “AYES”) ADOPTED
ORDINANCE:
1. Motion to Amend the Motion for Preliminary Adoption of the Second Reading of An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 3148, Being An Ordinance Creating the Stonegate Village PUD (Planned Unit Development) As Allowed by Section 17.20.04 of the Burlington Municipal Code
DISCUSSION: The Deputy City Manager stated that there were no changes to the Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 3148, Being An Ordinance Creating the Stonegate Village Planned Unit Development from the first reading. Council Member King made a motion to waive the second reading and to final adopt the Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 3148, Being An Ordinance Creating the Stonegate Village PUD (Planned Unit Development) As Allowed by Section 17.20.04 of the Burlington Municipal Code. Mayor 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
2. Motion for Waiver of Preliminary Consideration and Adoption of the Second Reading and for Final Adoption of An Ordinance: An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 3148, Being An Ordinance Creating the Stonegate Village PUD (Planned Unit Development) As Allowed by Section 17.20.04 of the Burlington Municipal Code
DISCUSSION: None.
(VOTE: 5 - “AYES”) CARRIED
RESOLUTIONS:
1. Resolution Approving Support of the 2004 ‘Great River Gateway’ Vision Iowa Application Concerning Des Moines County and Burlington, Iowa
DISCUSSION: Those who spoke against the 2004 ‘Great River Gateway’ Vision Iowa was as follows: Andy Anderson of 119 South Adams Street, Dave Hanrahan of 709 Oak Street and Leon Shahan of 1821 Mt. Pleasant Street. Those opposed to the Vision Iowa application felt the citizen survey showed a lack of support for a new library and concern for the cost of the projects. Those who spoke in favor of the Vision Iowa application were as follows: Dennis Hinkle, Vice President of Grow Greater Burlington, Dave Walker of 708 Terrace Drive, Jim Olson of 829 Easy Street, Charlie Walsh of 1619 River and Judy Johnson of 6 Cascade Terrace. Those who spoke in favor of the application felt the projects were needed, great opportunity for the City to benefit from State funding for the projects, the construction jobs that will be created with the construction of the projects and the opportunities it will provide for visitors and the community. Mayor Edwards stated that he understood the job situation in Burlington, but felt this was an excellent opportunity to improve the community. He stated that the projects would also increase the City’s sales tax revenues. Council Member Ell echoed Mayor Edwards comments. Council Member King stated that he was very excited about the Big Hollow Project. Council Member Baker stated that she would like to see a new library, but felt there was a lot of negativism. She stated that the would like to see another citizen input meeting about the library showing changes that have been made. Council Member Campbell stated that his biggest concern was the funding of the project. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
(VOTE: 3 - “AYES” KING, EDWARDS ELL
2 - “NAYS” CAMPBELL AND BAKER) ADOPTED
2. Resolution Setting Date for Public Hearing for Consideration of $2,265,000 Essential Corporate Purpose Loan Agreement and $1,160,000 General Corporate Purpose Loan Agreement (March 15, 2004)
DISCUSSION: The Deputy City Manager stated that the City Council was setting date for two public hearings regarding consideration of $2,265,000 Essential Corporate Purpose Loan Agreement and $1,160,000 General Corporate Purpose Loan Agreement to be held on March 15, 2004. He stated that the construction of a new library was not involved in either of the loan agreements. All present had opportunity to speak and nothing additional was filed in the office of the City Clerk.
COMMENTS FROM AUDIENCE: None.
Adjournment: 9:45 p.m. Approved: March 15, 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 Renewal of Taxi Cab/Vehicle for Hire License for Robyn Canova dba/A2Z Taxi and Delivery Service
2. Resolution Approving the Assignment of Tenants Rights and Responsibilities Detailed in an Existing Lease Agreement between the City of Burlington (Landlord) and Ruan Leasing Company (Tenant) to Ryder Truck Rental, Inc
SET DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING: March 15, 2004
1. Consideration of An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 2947 as Previously Amended, Amending the Provisions of the Urban Revitalization Plan