Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Proclamations/Presentations
Proclamations/Presentations
A public hearing will be held to consider a request by Water Rock, LLC for an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the property located at 931 Blairs Ferry Road NE (Kirsty Sanchez). a. Resolution authorizing an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the property located at 931 Blairs Ferry Road NE; CIP/DID #OB136073 b. First Reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Water Rock Urban Revitalization Area designation at 931 Blairs Ferry Road NE. CIP/DID #OB136073
A public hearing will be held to consider a request by SLE Investments, LC (formerly known as Progression, LC) for an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the renovation of the historic Welch Cook Beals Company building located at 323 3rd Street SE (Kirsty Sanchez). a. Resolution authorizing an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the renovation of the property located at 323 3rd Street SE; CIP/DID #OB1369855 b. First Reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Cornerstone Place Urban Revitalization Area designation at 323 3rd Street SE. CIP/DID #OB1369855
A public hearing will be held to consider a request by Progression, LC for an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the construction of multi-family housing at 210 5th Street SW (Kirsty Sanchez). a. Resolution authorizing an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the property located at 210 5th Street SW; CIP/DID #OB1369856 b. First Reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Kingston Pointe Urban Revitalization Area designation at 210 5th Street SW. CIP/DID #OB1369856
A public hearing will be held to consider a request by Affordable Housing Network, Inc. for an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the conversion of Monroe School located at 3200 Pioneer Avenue SE (Kirsty Sanchez). a. Resolution authorizing an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the conversion of Monroe School located at 3200 Pioneer Avenue SE; CIP/DID #OB654103 b. First Reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Monroe School Urban Revitalization Area designation at 3200 Pioneer Avenue SE. CIP/DID #OB654103
A public hearing will be held to consider a request by Oakhill Villages, LLC for an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the construction of four housing units at 1023 and 1027 6th Street SE (Kirsty Sanchez). a. Resolution authorizing an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the construction of four housing units at 1023 and 1027 6th Street SE; CIP/DID #OB540257 b. First Reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Oakhill Villages Urban Revitalization Area designation at 1023 and 1027 6th Street SE. CIP/DID #OB540257
A public hearing will be held to consider a request by Sedona Villages, LLC for an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the construction of seven single-family homes fronting C Street SW and 13th Avenue SW (Kirsty Sanchez). a. Resolution authorizing an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the construction of seven single-family homes fronting C Street SW and 13th Avenue SW; CIP/DID #OB540257 b. First Reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Sedona Villages Urban Revitalization Area designation at C Street SW and 13th Avenue SW. CIP/DID #OB540257
A public hearing will be held to consider a request by NewBo Development Group, LLC for an Urban Revitalization Area designation for proposed development located at Zika Avenue and 16th Street NW (former Chipping Green site) (Kirsty Sanchez). a. Resolution authorizing an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the property located at Zika Avenue and 16th Street NW (former Chipping Green site); CIP/DID #OB1241850 b. First Reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Sanctuary at Ellis Urban Revitalization Area designation at Zika Avenue and 16th Street NW (former Chipping Green site). CIP/DID #OB1241850
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed Amendment No. 3 to the Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the Consolidated Technology Park Urban Renewal Area (Kirsty Sanchez). a. Resolution approving Amendment No. 3 to the Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the Consolidated Technology Park Urban Renewal Area; CIP/DID #OB615106 b. First Reading: Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 022-13 and granting collection of tax increment within the Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Area per Amendment No. 3 for the Consolidated Technology Park Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #OB615106
A public hearing will be held to consider the continuation of an approved capital improvement project for the 27th Street SW Culvert Replacement project (Rita Rasmussen). a. Resolution to continue an approved capital improvement project and to proceed with the acquisition or condemnation of agricultural property and property interests not yet acquired for the 27th Street SW Culvert Replacement project. CIP/DID #304396-00
A public hearing will be held to consider amending Chapter 72 of the Municipal Code, Stormwater Management Ordinance, increasing existing tier rates by 2.5%, creating six additional non-residential tiers for lots sized greater than seven acres, allowing for billing of all privately owned property and providing a discount for properties with individual NPDES permits (Sandy Pumphrey). a. First Reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 72 of the Municipal Code, Stormwater Management Ordinance, increasing existing tier rates by 2.5%, creating six additional non-residential tiers for lots sized greater than seven acres, allowing for billing of all privately owned property and providing a discount for properties with individual NPDES permits. CIP/DID #43-10-007
A public hearing will be held to consider the disposition of City-owned commercial property at 525 Valor Way SW (commonly known as the Knutson Building) and invite redevelopment proposals (FLOOD) (Adam Lindenlaub). a. Resolution authorizing the disposition of City-owned commercial property at 525 Valor Way SW (commonly known as the Knutson Building) and inviting redevelopment proposals. CIP/DID #OB1292698
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the 4th Avenue SE Pavement Rehabilitation from 5th Street SE to 19th Street SE project (estimated cost is $1,500,000) (Paving for Progress) (Doug Wilson). a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the 4th Avenue SE Pavement Rehabilitation from 5th Street SE to 19th Street SE project; CIP/DID #3012080-02 b. Report on bids for the 4th Avenue SE Pavement Rehabilitation from 5th Street SE to 19th Street SE project; c. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $2,189,444.15 plus incentive up to $30,000, bond and insurance of Pirc-Tobin Construction, Inc. for the 4th Avenue SE Pavement Rehabilitation from 5th Street SE to 19th Street SE project. CIP/DID #3012080-02
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the 18th Street SW from 16th Avenue to 13th Avenue Roadway Improvements project (estimated cost is $600,000) (Doug Wilson). a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the 18th Street SW from 16th Avenue to 13th Avenue Roadway Improvements project. CIP/DID #301500-05
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Blairs Ferry Road and Miller Road NE Traffic Signal Installation project (estimated cost is $90,000) (Doug Wilson). a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Blairs Ferry Road and Miller Road NE Traffic Signal Installation project. CIP/DID #306268-01
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Noelridge Park Water Resource Restoration project (estimated cost is $220,000) (Steve Hershner). a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Noelridge Park Water Resource Restoration project. CIP/DID #304110-01
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the 11th Street NW (West of) Between M Avenue and N Avenue Detention Basin Water Quality Improvements project (estimated cost is $57,000) (Dave Wallace). a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the 11th Street NW (West of) Between M Avenue and N Avenue Detention Basin Water Quality Improvements project. CIP/DID #304160-12
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Auburn Drive SW (South of) Storm and Sanitary Sewer Improvements project (estimated cost is $305,000) (Dave Wallace). a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Auburn Drive SW (South of) Storm and Sanitary Sewer Improvements project. CIP/DID #304425-01
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Motion to Approve Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA These are routine items, some of which are old business and some of which are new business. They will be approved by one motion without individual discussion unless Council requests that an item be removed for separate consideration. 18. Motion to approve minutes. 19. Motions setting public hearing dates for: a. April 14, 2015 – to consider amending Ordinance No. 073-14 to correct the zoning for properties at 1103 and 1201 Blairs Ferry Road NE from C-3, Regional Commercial Zone District to PUD-1, Planned Unit Development One Zone District; CIP/DID #RZNE-011742-2014 b. April 14, 2015 – to consider a change of zone for property at 42 7th Avenue SW from I-1, Light Industrial Zone District to C-4, Central Business Zone District as requested by Hobart Historic Restoration and Linn County; CIP/DID #RZNE-015584-2014 c. April 14, 2015 – to consider a change of zone for property at 423 5th Street SW from PUB, Public Zone District to C-3, Regional Commercial Zone District as requested by Ivan Luckett Clay; CIP/DID #RZNE-016201-2015 d. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $29,000,000 General Obligation Bonds (Essential Corporate Purpose); CIP/DID #OB1145993 e. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $10,500,000 General Obligation Bonds (Essential Corporate Purpose) (FLOOD); CIP/DID #OB1145993 f. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $1,350,000 General Obligation Bonds Urban Renewal Bonds (Essential Corporate Purpose/Urban Renewal) (Parkade Projects); CIP/DID #OB1145993 g. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $900,000 General Obligation Bonds (General Corporate Purpose); CIP/DID #OB1145993 h. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $755,000 General Obligation Bonds (General Corporate Purpose); CIP/DID #OB1145993 i. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $7,570,000 Sewer Revenue Bonds; CIP/DID #OB1145993 j. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $10,870,000 Water Revenue Bonds; CIP/DID #OB1145993 k. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $2,200,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes (Dome #4); CIP/DID #OB1145993 l. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $300,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes (Sponsored Amendment); CIP/DID #OB1145993 m. April 14, 2015 – to consider citizen input concerning community development needs and budget priorities for the City’s annual entitlement programs, including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and the HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) Programs, in preparation for the creation of a new five-year Consolidated Plan strategy document; CIP/DID #OB246513 n. April 14, 2015 – to consider public comments regarding identification of community development needs, program funding for development of proposed activities, and specific budget allocations for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership Programs, prior to adopting an Annual Action Plan for the period of July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016; CIP/DID #OB246513 5 o. April 14, 2015 – to consider amendments to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program Public Housing Agency (PHA) 5-Year Plan Amendments, Annual Plan, and Administrative Plan, including the Family Self-Sufficiency Action Plan and the Homeownership Option Plan for the City of Cedar Rapids; CIP/DID #OB363680 p. April 14, 2015 – to consider the vacation and disposition of public ways and grounds described as a 60-foot wide strip of excess street right-of-way located at M Avenue NW westerly of 11th Street as requested by the Cedar Rapids Community School District in connection with the new Northwest Recreation Center. CIP/DID #ROWV-015517-2014 20. Motion assessing a $1,500 civil penalty for violation of the State Code regarding the sale of tobacco/vapor products to a minor against Hill Brothers Jiffy Mart, 1904 Mount Vernon Road SE. CIP/DID #OB1382996 21. Motion approving the beer/liquor/wine applications of: CIP/DID #OB1145716 a. Buffalo Wild Wings, 2020 Edgewood Road SW; b. Dancers Ranch, 3000 6th Street SW; c. Emil’s Hideaway, 222 Glenbrook Drive SE; d. Fat Wally’s, 429 2nd Avenue SE; e. Fieldhouse Cedar Rapids, 1140 Blairs Ferry Road NE; f. Gatherings on the River, 50 2nd Avenue Bridge (new – third-floor Restaurant and catering in Veterans Memorial building); g. Hawkeye Downs, 4400 6th Street SW; h. Hawkeye Downs Sinclair, 4713 6th Street SW; i. Hazzard County Saloon, 329 2nd Avenue SE; j. HuHot Mongolian Grill, 4444 1st Avenue NE, Suite #560; k. Hy-Vee Drugstore #1, 1520 6th Street SW; l. Hy-Vee Gas #7, 3935 Blairs Ferry Road NE; m. Jersey’s Pub & Grub, 5761 C Street SW; n. Kum & Go #517, 3132 1st Avenue NE; o. Popoli Ristorante & Sullivan's Bar, 101 3rd Avenue SW; p. Roscoe’s Pizza, 212 Edgewood Road NW; q. Shawn Ryan’s Irish Pub, 715 2nd Avenue SE. 22. Resolutions approving: CIP/DID #OB1143566 a. Payment of Bills; b. Payroll; c. Transfer of Funds. 23. Resolutions approving assessment actions: a. Intent to assess – Solid Waste & Recycling – clean-up costs – one property; CIP/DID #OB1382999 b. Intent to assess – Utilities – Water Division – delinquent municipal utility bills – 42 properties; CIP/DID #OB1383079 c. Levy assessment – Utilities – Water Division – delinquent municipal utility bills – 23 properties; CIP/DID #OB1362727 d. Levy assessment – Utilities – Water Division – delinquent municipal utility bills – 18 properties; CIP/DID #OB1369837 e. Levy assessment – delinquent snow removal charges – 17 properties; CIP/DID #OB1383026 6 f. Levy assessment – nuisance property abatement charges – two properties; CIP/DID #OB1383037 g. Levy assessment – delinquent utility service charges, including industrial waste and Iowa sales tax – one property. CIP/DID #OB1383035 24. Resolution determining the necessity and setting a public hearing for April 14, 2015 and consultation with affected taxing entities on the proposed Amendment No. 3 to the Second Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the Central Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #OB283396 25. Resolution determining the necessity and setting a public hearing for April 14, 2015 and consultation with affected taxing entities on the proposed Amendment No. 6 to the Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the Consolidated Central Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #OB283396 26. Resolution determining the necessity and setting a public hearing for April 14, 2015 and consultation with affected taxing entities on the proposed Amendment No. 2 to the Urban Renewal Plan for the Council Street Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #OB41576 27. Resolution determining the necessity and setting a public hearing for April 14, 2015 and consultation with affected taxing entities on the proposed Amendment No. 2 to the Urban Renewal Plan for the Rockwell Collins Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #OB170214 28. Resolution determining the necessity and setting a public hearing for April 14, 2015 and consultation with affected taxing entities on the proposed Amendment No. 1 to the Urban Renewal Plan for the Technology Park Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #OB615106 29. Resolution determining the necessity and setting a public hearing for April 14, 2015 and consultation with affected taxing entities on the proposed Amendment No. 2 to the Urban Renewal Plan for the Village Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #OB1214407 30. Resolution determining the necessity and setting a public hearing for April 14, 2015 and consultation with affected taxing entities on the proposed Amendment No. 4 to the Urban Renewal Plan for the Southwest Consolidated Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #OB669673 31. Resolutions accepting projects, approving Performance Bonds and/or authorizing final payments: a. West Well Field Electrical Improvements project, final payment in the amount of $51,305.72 and 2-Year Performance Bond submitted by Watts Electric Company, (original contract amount was $1,030,093.52; final contract amount is $1,026,114.35); CIP/DID #625673-08 b. SW Quadrant, 2008 Flood Area Sanitary Sewer Restoration, Phase 2, Part 1 project, Change Order No. 5 (Final) deducting the amount of $161,186.78, final payment in the amount of $30,779.55 and 4-Year Performance Bond submitted by Rathje Construction Company (original contract amount was $794,288.36; final contract amount is $615,590.93) (FLOOD); CIP/DID #SSD103-10 c. 1st Street SW Alley From 3rd to 5th Avenue SW Sanitary Sewer Repairs project, final payment in the amount of $9,760.10 and 4-Year Performance Bond submitted by Zinser Grading & Excavating, LLC (original contract amount was $197,979.29; final contract amount is $195,202.08) (FLOOD); CIP/DID #SSD103-13 7 d. Cedar River Trail Underpass of the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City (CRANDIC) Railroad Cedar River Bridge project, final payment in the amount of $29,401.32 and 4-Year Performance Bond submitted by Eastern Iowa Excavating & Concrete, LLC (original contract amount was $651,534.20; final contract amount is $588,026.49); CIP/DID #325044-03 e. FY 2015 Downtown Streetscape Enhancement project and 4-Year Performance Bond submitted by Hardscape Solutions of Iowa (original contract amount was $44,500; final contract amount is $43,650); CIP/DID #321549-01 f. WPC Cryogenic Plant Upgrades project, final retainage payment in the amount of $153,615.38 and 2-year Performance Bond submitted by WRH, Inc. (original contract amount was $3,049,000; final contract amount is $3,072,307.58). CIP/DID #615180-03 32. Resolutions authorizing execution of Development Agreements and Special Warranty Deeds for City-owned property participating in the fourth round of the Single Family New Construction Program (FLOOD): CIP/DID #OB540257 a. Cedar Valley Habitat for Humanity, Inc. for property at 378 8th Avenue SW; b. Cedar Valley Habitat for Humanity, Inc. for property at 404 8th Avenue SW; c. Jaylee, Inc. for property at 420 6th Avenue SW; d. Jaylee, Inc. for property at 424 6th Avenue SW; e. Cedar Ridge Homes, Inc. for property at 609 3rd Avenue SW; f. JW Homebuilders, LLC for property at 1410 N Street SW. 33. Resolutions authorizing execution of Development Agreements for property participating in the fourth round of the Single Family New Construction Program: CIP/DID #OB540257 a. Premiere Developers, Inc. for property at 8603 Harrington Drive NE; b. Premiere Developers, Inc. for property at 8621 Grand Oaks Drive NE; c. Premiere Developers, Inc. for property at 8627 Grand Oaks Drive NE; d. Premiere Developers, Inc. for property at 8633 Grand Oaks Drive NE; e. Premiere Developers, Inc. for property at 8639 Grand Oaks Drive NE. 34. Resolution accepting a Warranty Deed from Diane G. Bishop, a Warranty Deed by Jason Hubbell and Nilza DaSilva-Hubbell, and a Concrete Pavement and Concrete Sidewalk Petition and Assessment Agreement from Diane G. Bishop and Jason Hubbell and Nilza DaSilva-Hubbell for future improvements at 2534 27th Street SW. CIP/DID #PLSV-013425-2014 35. Resolution in support of the proposed renovation of the building at 1030 5th Avenue SE and authorization to negotiate a Development Agreement with Tanager Place. CIP/DID #OB1383157 36. Preliminary Resolution for the construction of pavement and sidewalk improvements for the Collins Road (IA 100) Phase 1 Complete Streets Project from East of Northland Avenue NE to Twixt Town Road NE. CIP/DID #301446-00 37. Resolution adopting and levying final schedule of assessments and providing for the payment thereof for the 76th Avenue SW Improvements – from Edgewood Road SW to East of the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City (CRANDIC) Railroad Crossing project. CIP/DID #301208-00 38. Resolution adopting the Sidewalk Repair and Reimbursement Policy. CIP/DID #3017016-00 39. Resolution adopting the Financial Assistance Policy on Sidewalk Repair. CIP/DID #3017016-00 8 40. Resolution approving the installation of two-way yield control at the intersection of Kerry Lane SE and Maureen Drive SE, yielding traffic on Kerry Lane SE for Maureen Drive SE. CIP/DID #60-15-031 41. Resolution approving the installation of yield control at the intersection of 46th Street and Sherman Street NE, yielding traffic on 46th Street for Sherman Street NE. CIP/DID #60-15-031 42. Resolution approving the installation of two-way stop control at the intersection of Armar Drive SE and Bridgit Lane SE, stopping traffic on Bridgit Lane SE for Armar Drive SE. CIP/DID #60-15-031 43. Resolution creating a year-long pilot Stormwater Best Management Practices Cost-Share Program to be administered by Public Works. CIP/DID #304428-00 44. Resolution establishing the Utilities Department – Water Pollution Control Division Fiscal Year 2016 rates beginning July 1, 2015 for wastewater that is hauled directly to the Water Pollution Control Facility for treatment. CIP/DID #OB1383092 45. Resolution establishing the Utilities Department – Water Pollution Control Division Fiscal Year 2016 rates beginning July 1, 2015 for flat sewer rates to be charged for un-metered water supplies being discharged into the City sanitary sewer system. CIP/DID #OB1383100 46. Resolution establishing the Utilities Department – Solid Waste & Recycling Division Fiscal Year 2016 fee schedule beginning July 1, 2015 for nuisance abatement and service charges. CIP/DID #OB1383109 47. Resolution establishing the Utilities Department – Water Division and Laboratory Division Fiscal Year 2016 fee schedules beginning July 1, 2015 for miscellaneous services. CIP/DID #OB1383111 48. Resolution declaring an official intent under Treasury Regulation 1.150-2 to issue debt to reimburse the City for certain original amounts paid in connection with specified projects. CIP/DID #OB1383022 49. Resolution authorizing Civil Rights Commission Administrative Assistant to attend the National Fair Housing Training Academy Fair Housing Investigations in a Nutshell in Dallas, Texas. CIP/DID #OB1383006 50. Resolutions approving actions regarding purchases, contracts and agreements: a. Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with Braun Intertec Corporation specifying an increased amount not to exceed $12,255 for geotechnical evaluation services in connection with the City Services Center project (original contract amount was $21,265; total contract amount with this amendment is $33,520) (FLOOD); CIP/DID #PWE006-15 b. Amendment No. 4 to renew contract for commercial water meters & accessories with Ferguson Waterworks for the Water Service Division for an estimated original amount not to exceed amount of $435,000 (original contract amount was $80,000; renewal contract amount is $435,000); CIP/DID #0511-242 c. Amendment No. 3 to renew contract for quarry products with Wendling Quarries, Inc. for an estimated annual amount of $90,000 (original contract amount was $90,000; renewal contract amount is $90,000); CIP/DID #0213-182 9 d. Amendment No. 3 to renew contract for Avaya network equipment and maintenance with Pomeroy IT Solutions for the Information Technology Department for an estimated annual amount of $100,000 (original contract amount was $306,111.46; renewal contract amount is $100,000); CIP/DID #0113-152 e. Amendment No. 3 to renew contract for professional IT services with McGladrey for the Information Technology Department for a total annual amount not to exceed $100,000 (original contract amount was $100,000; contract renewal amount is $100,000); CIP/DID #1010-084 f. Amendment No. 3 to renew the contract for turnout gear with Sandry Fire Supply LLC for the Fire Department for an annual amount not to exceed $60,000 (original contract amount was $90,000; renewal contract amount is $60,000); CIP/DID #0212-153 g. Amendment No. 3 to renew contract for concrete products with Croell Redi-Mix, Inc. for an estimated annual amount of $60,000 (original contract amount was $60,000; renewal contract amount is $60,000); CIP/DID #0213-183 h. Amendment No. 5 to renew contract for health services with St. Luke’s Work Well Solutions for the Human Resources Department for an annual amount not to exceed $120,000 (original contract amount was $52,162.46; renewal contract amount is $120,000); CIP/DID #0909-068A i. Amendment No. 1 to renew Contract for Integration Services for WPC with ESCO Automation for a total annual expenditure not to exceed $100,000 (original contract amount was $100,000; renewal contract amount is $100,000); CIP/DID #1213-100 j. Amendment No. 3 to renew contract for concrete products with Metro Ready Mix LC for an estimated annual amount of $335,000 (original contract amount was $335,000; renewal contract amount is $335,000); CIP/DID #0213-183 k. Amendment No. 4 to renew contract for asphalt products with L.L. Pelling Company for an estimated annual amount of $650,000 (original contract amount was $650,000; renewal contract amount is $650,000); CIP/DID #0112-130 l. Amend Resolution No. 1382-10-14 to include Amendments 1, 2 and 3 for the Chandler St, 20th St, 18th St and 16th Ave SW Water Main Replacement project with Anderson-Bogert Engineers & Surveyors (original contract amount was $126,521, total contract amount with this amendment is $244,761); CIP/DID #2011061-01 m. First Amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the State Historical Society of Iowa, Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management Department regarding the demolition of the Link-Belt Speeder Corporation Complex/Cedar Rapids Public Works Facility; CIP/DID #OB722781 n. Corrective Special Warranty Deed with Jaylee, Inc. for property at 1116 K Street SW participating in the fourth round of the Single Family New Construction Program (FLOOD); CIP/DID #OB540257 o. Corrective Quit Claim Deed for property at 423 5th Street NW to OPC Allan Investments, LLC (FLOOD); CIP/DID #OB820960 p. Contract for food concession products with Myers-Cox Co. for the Parks & Recreation Department for an annual amount not to exceed $120,000; CIP/DID #1214-122 q. Contract for traffic signal equipment with General Traffic Equipment Corp. for the Traffic Engineering Division for an amount not to exceed $100,000; CIP/DID #0115-143 r. Contract for traffic signal equipment with Brown Traffic Products, Inc. for the Traffic Engineering Division for an amount not to exceed $250,000; CIP/DID #0115-143 s. Contract for disc dispensing system maintenance and support with Bibliotheca for the Library in the amount of $28,413.60; CIP/DID #1014-076M t. Purchase of folding chairs for the McGrath Amphitheatre from Mity Lite in the amount of $92,765.60; CIP/DID #0215-172 10 u. Contract for purchase of beverage concession products with PepsiCo for the Parks & Recreation Department for an annual amount not to exceed $100,000; CIP/DID #0115-156 v. Contract for health care management services with CorVel Healthcare Corporation for the Human Resources Department for the contract period April 1, 2015 through March 31, 2017 for an amount not to exceed $130,000; CIP/DID #0614-212 w. Amending the estimated cost of administrative fees with the City's third-party administrator from $1,360,000 to $1,610,000 over the three-year contract and additional administrative fees for processing claims incurred in 2014 but submitted to PreferredOne in 2015; CIP/DID #OB688353 x. Fleet Services purchase of four single-axle chassis with Swaploader hook lift system from Thompson Truck & Trailer in the amount of $630,360; CIP/DID #0215-168 y. Fleet Services purchase of four Autocar tandem-axle chassis with Labrie side loaders from Truck Country in the amount of $1,342,744; CIP/DID #0215-167 z. Joint Communications Agency purchase of upgrades and equipment from Motorola, Inc. for public safety use in connection with the Linn County 800 MHz radio system; CIP/DID #OB660990 aa. Professional Services Agreement with Ament Design for an amount not to exceed $54,160 for design services in connection with the Park Place NE Roadway Rehabilitation Improvements from Council Street to North Park Place Lane project (Paving for Progress); CIP/DID #3012128-01 bb. Awarding and approving contract in the amount of $3,192,701.70 plus incentive up to $21,750, bond and insurance of L.L. Pelling Company, Inc. for the 1st Avenue E from approximately 325 feet south of 34th Street NE to 40th Street NE HMA Resurfacing Phase 1 project (esitmated cost is $3,780,000) (Paving for Progress); CIP/DID #301240-06 cc. Awarding and approving contract in the amount of $35,812 plus incentive up to $3,000, bond and insurance of Dave Schmitt Construction for the 3rd Street SE, East of 10th Avenue SE, Storm Sewer Improvements project (estimated cost is $55,000); CIP/DID #304435-01 dd. Awarding and approving contract in the amount of $824,160.67, bond and insurance of Rathje Construction Company for the 42nd Street NE from I-380 Northbound Off Ramp to East of the Cedar River Trail — Traffic Signals project (estimated cost is $736,000); CIP/DID #301614-01 ee. Traffic Safety Improvement Funding Agreement in the amount of $35,000 with the Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) for the 7th Street NE from 1st Avenue E to north of I-380 Overhead Sign Installation project; CIP/DID #306228-00 ff. Total Acquisition Purchase Agreement in the amount of $80,000, plus an amount estimated to be $27,500 in relocation benefits to Joe and Veronica Marks for real property located at 63 17th Avenue SW in connection with the Czech Village Area Property Acquisition project; CIP/DID #331005-00 gg. Total Acquisition Purchase Agreement in the amount of $14,850 with Kristina Lynn Kies for real property located at 1630 5th Street NW in connection with the Northwest Flood Mitigation System project; CIP/DID #331003-00 hh. Total Acquisition Purchase Agreement in the amount of $40,000, plus a total amount estimated to be $103,750 for relocation benefits to Michael T. Lane for real property located at 43 20th Avenue SW in connection with the Czech Village Area Property Acquisition project; CIP/DID #331005-00 ii. Professional Services Agreement with CH2M HILL Engineer, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $590,465 for the WPCF Odor Control Upgrades project; CIP/DID #615233-01 11 jj. Letter of Understanding amending the 28E Agreement with the Cedar Rapids Community School District adding two additional School Resource Officers to the School Resource Officer Program for the term of July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2016. CIP/DID #OB641224
Report on bids for the NW Quadrant, 2008 Flood, Sanitary Sewer Repairs, Phase 2, Bid Package 2 project (estimated cost is $1,170,000) (Dave Wallace) (FLOOD). CIP/DID #SSD101-08
Report on bids for the for the J Avenue WTP Ammonia Feed System Upgrades project (estimated cost is $130,000) (Steve Hershner). a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $155,945, bond and insurance of Modern Piping, Inc. for the J Avenue WTP Ammonia Feed System Upgrades project. CIP/DID #6250037-02
Report on bids for the J Avenue Water Plant Generator Addition project (estimated cost is $2,060,000) (Steve Hershner). a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $2,073,772, bond and insurance of Price Industrial Electric, Inc. for the J Avenue Water Plant Generator Addition project. CIP/DID #6250016-02
Report on bids for the Ambroz Recreation Center Retaining Wall Repair project (estimated cost is $165,000) (Doug Wilson). a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $146,656.25 plus incentive up to $2,500, bond and insurance of Hardscape Solutions of Iowa, Inc. for the Ambroz Recreation Center Retaining Wall Repair project. CIP/DID #311180-02
Ordinance granting collection of tax increment within the Apache Hose and Belting Company, Inc. Urban Renewal Area located at 4805 Bowling Street SW. CIP/DID #OB1344382
Ordinance granting a change of zone for property at 1241 3rd Avenue SE from RMF-2, Multiple Family Residence Zone District to R-TN, Traditional Neighborhood Residence Zone District as requested by Affordable Housing Network, Inc. CIP/DID #RZNE-015536-2014
Ordinance vacating public ways and grounds in and to the property described as a 1,054 square-foot strip of E Avenue NW right-of-way and a 7.4 square-foot triangle of C Avenue NW right-of-way located adjacent to 423 5th Street NW as requested by Ivan L. Clay. CIP/DID #ROWV-015442-2014
Ordinance amending Chapter 12 of the Municipal Code, Water Service, by repealing existing rates and establishing new rates. CIP/DID #OB1374529
Ordinance amending Chapter 13 of the Municipal Code, Wastewater Facilities, by repealing existing rates and establishing new rates. CIP/DID #OB1374529
Ordinance amending Chapter 24 of the Municipal Code, Solid Waste, by repealing existing rates and establishing new rates. CIP/DID #OB1374529
Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Iowa Brewing Company Urban Revitalization Area designation at 708 3rd Street SE and 315 7th Avenue SE. CIP/DID #OB1344384
Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Hobart Historic Restoration Urban Revitalization Area designation at 42 7th Avenue SW. CIP/DID #OB1357511
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Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Proclamations/Presentations
Proclamations/Presentations
A public hearing will be held to consider a request by Water Rock, LLC for an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the property located at 931 Blairs Ferry Road NE (Kirsty Sanchez). a. Resolution authorizing an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the property located at 931 Blairs Ferry Road NE; CIP/DID #OB136073 b. First Reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Water Rock Urban Revitalization Area designation at 931 Blairs Ferry Road NE. CIP/DID #OB136073
A public hearing will be held to consider a request by SLE Investments, LC (formerly known as Progression, LC) for an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the renovation of the historic Welch Cook Beals Company building located at 323 3rd Street SE (Kirsty Sanchez). a. Resolution authorizing an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the renovation of the property located at 323 3rd Street SE; CIP/DID #OB1369855 b. First Reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Cornerstone Place Urban Revitalization Area designation at 323 3rd Street SE. CIP/DID #OB1369855
A public hearing will be held to consider a request by Progression, LC for an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the construction of multi-family housing at 210 5th Street SW (Kirsty Sanchez). a. Resolution authorizing an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the property located at 210 5th Street SW; CIP/DID #OB1369856 b. First Reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Kingston Pointe Urban Revitalization Area designation at 210 5th Street SW. CIP/DID #OB1369856
A public hearing will be held to consider a request by Affordable Housing Network, Inc. for an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the conversion of Monroe School located at 3200 Pioneer Avenue SE (Kirsty Sanchez). a. Resolution authorizing an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the conversion of Monroe School located at 3200 Pioneer Avenue SE; CIP/DID #OB654103 b. First Reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Monroe School Urban Revitalization Area designation at 3200 Pioneer Avenue SE. CIP/DID #OB654103
A public hearing will be held to consider a request by Oakhill Villages, LLC for an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the construction of four housing units at 1023 and 1027 6th Street SE (Kirsty Sanchez). a. Resolution authorizing an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the construction of four housing units at 1023 and 1027 6th Street SE; CIP/DID #OB540257 b. First Reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Oakhill Villages Urban Revitalization Area designation at 1023 and 1027 6th Street SE. CIP/DID #OB540257
A public hearing will be held to consider a request by Sedona Villages, LLC for an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the construction of seven single-family homes fronting C Street SW and 13th Avenue SW (Kirsty Sanchez). a. Resolution authorizing an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the construction of seven single-family homes fronting C Street SW and 13th Avenue SW; CIP/DID #OB540257 b. First Reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Sedona Villages Urban Revitalization Area designation at C Street SW and 13th Avenue SW. CIP/DID #OB540257
A public hearing will be held to consider a request by NewBo Development Group, LLC for an Urban Revitalization Area designation for proposed development located at Zika Avenue and 16th Street NW (former Chipping Green site) (Kirsty Sanchez). a. Resolution authorizing an Urban Revitalization Area designation for the property located at Zika Avenue and 16th Street NW (former Chipping Green site); CIP/DID #OB1241850 b. First Reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Sanctuary at Ellis Urban Revitalization Area designation at Zika Avenue and 16th Street NW (former Chipping Green site). CIP/DID #OB1241850
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed Amendment No. 3 to the Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the Consolidated Technology Park Urban Renewal Area (Kirsty Sanchez). a. Resolution approving Amendment No. 3 to the Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the Consolidated Technology Park Urban Renewal Area; CIP/DID #OB615106 b. First Reading: Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 022-13 and granting collection of tax increment within the Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Area per Amendment No. 3 for the Consolidated Technology Park Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #OB615106
A public hearing will be held to consider the continuation of an approved capital improvement project for the 27th Street SW Culvert Replacement project (Rita Rasmussen). a. Resolution to continue an approved capital improvement project and to proceed with the acquisition or condemnation of agricultural property and property interests not yet acquired for the 27th Street SW Culvert Replacement project. CIP/DID #304396-00
A public hearing will be held to consider amending Chapter 72 of the Municipal Code, Stormwater Management Ordinance, increasing existing tier rates by 2.5%, creating six additional non-residential tiers for lots sized greater than seven acres, allowing for billing of all privately owned property and providing a discount for properties with individual NPDES permits (Sandy Pumphrey). a. First Reading: Ordinance amending Chapter 72 of the Municipal Code, Stormwater Management Ordinance, increasing existing tier rates by 2.5%, creating six additional non-residential tiers for lots sized greater than seven acres, allowing for billing of all privately owned property and providing a discount for properties with individual NPDES permits. CIP/DID #43-10-007
A public hearing will be held to consider the disposition of City-owned commercial property at 525 Valor Way SW (commonly known as the Knutson Building) and invite redevelopment proposals (FLOOD) (Adam Lindenlaub). a. Resolution authorizing the disposition of City-owned commercial property at 525 Valor Way SW (commonly known as the Knutson Building) and inviting redevelopment proposals. CIP/DID #OB1292698
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the 4th Avenue SE Pavement Rehabilitation from 5th Street SE to 19th Street SE project (estimated cost is $1,500,000) (Paving for Progress) (Doug Wilson). a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the 4th Avenue SE Pavement Rehabilitation from 5th Street SE to 19th Street SE project; CIP/DID #3012080-02 b. Report on bids for the 4th Avenue SE Pavement Rehabilitation from 5th Street SE to 19th Street SE project; c. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $2,189,444.15 plus incentive up to $30,000, bond and insurance of Pirc-Tobin Construction, Inc. for the 4th Avenue SE Pavement Rehabilitation from 5th Street SE to 19th Street SE project. CIP/DID #3012080-02
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the 18th Street SW from 16th Avenue to 13th Avenue Roadway Improvements project (estimated cost is $600,000) (Doug Wilson). a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the 18th Street SW from 16th Avenue to 13th Avenue Roadway Improvements project. CIP/DID #301500-05
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Blairs Ferry Road and Miller Road NE Traffic Signal Installation project (estimated cost is $90,000) (Doug Wilson). a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Blairs Ferry Road and Miller Road NE Traffic Signal Installation project. CIP/DID #306268-01
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Noelridge Park Water Resource Restoration project (estimated cost is $220,000) (Steve Hershner). a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Noelridge Park Water Resource Restoration project. CIP/DID #304110-01
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the 11th Street NW (West of) Between M Avenue and N Avenue Detention Basin Water Quality Improvements project (estimated cost is $57,000) (Dave Wallace). a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the 11th Street NW (West of) Between M Avenue and N Avenue Detention Basin Water Quality Improvements project. CIP/DID #304160-12
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Auburn Drive SW (South of) Storm and Sanitary Sewer Improvements project (estimated cost is $305,000) (Dave Wallace). a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Auburn Drive SW (South of) Storm and Sanitary Sewer Improvements project. CIP/DID #304425-01
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Motion to Approve Agenda
CONSENT AGENDA These are routine items, some of which are old business and some of which are new business. They will be approved by one motion without individual discussion unless Council requests that an item be removed for separate consideration. 18. Motion to approve minutes. 19. Motions setting public hearing dates for: a. April 14, 2015 – to consider amending Ordinance No. 073-14 to correct the zoning for properties at 1103 and 1201 Blairs Ferry Road NE from C-3, Regional Commercial Zone District to PUD-1, Planned Unit Development One Zone District; CIP/DID #RZNE-011742-2014 b. April 14, 2015 – to consider a change of zone for property at 42 7th Avenue SW from I-1, Light Industrial Zone District to C-4, Central Business Zone District as requested by Hobart Historic Restoration and Linn County; CIP/DID #RZNE-015584-2014 c. April 14, 2015 – to consider a change of zone for property at 423 5th Street SW from PUB, Public Zone District to C-3, Regional Commercial Zone District as requested by Ivan Luckett Clay; CIP/DID #RZNE-016201-2015 d. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $29,000,000 General Obligation Bonds (Essential Corporate Purpose); CIP/DID #OB1145993 e. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $10,500,000 General Obligation Bonds (Essential Corporate Purpose) (FLOOD); CIP/DID #OB1145993 f. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $1,350,000 General Obligation Bonds Urban Renewal Bonds (Essential Corporate Purpose/Urban Renewal) (Parkade Projects); CIP/DID #OB1145993 g. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $900,000 General Obligation Bonds (General Corporate Purpose); CIP/DID #OB1145993 h. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $755,000 General Obligation Bonds (General Corporate Purpose); CIP/DID #OB1145993 i. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $7,570,000 Sewer Revenue Bonds; CIP/DID #OB1145993 j. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $10,870,000 Water Revenue Bonds; CIP/DID #OB1145993 k. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $2,200,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes (Dome #4); CIP/DID #OB1145993 l. April 14, 2015 – to consider the proposition to issue not to exceed $300,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Notes (Sponsored Amendment); CIP/DID #OB1145993 m. April 14, 2015 – to consider citizen input concerning community development needs and budget priorities for the City’s annual entitlement programs, including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and the HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) Programs, in preparation for the creation of a new five-year Consolidated Plan strategy document; CIP/DID #OB246513 n. April 14, 2015 – to consider public comments regarding identification of community development needs, program funding for development of proposed activities, and specific budget allocations for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership Programs, prior to adopting an Annual Action Plan for the period of July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016; CIP/DID #OB246513 5 o. April 14, 2015 – to consider amendments to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program Public Housing Agency (PHA) 5-Year Plan Amendments, Annual Plan, and Administrative Plan, including the Family Self-Sufficiency Action Plan and the Homeownership Option Plan for the City of Cedar Rapids; CIP/DID #OB363680 p. April 14, 2015 – to consider the vacation and disposition of public ways and grounds described as a 60-foot wide strip of excess street right-of-way located at M Avenue NW westerly of 11th Street as requested by the Cedar Rapids Community School District in connection with the new Northwest Recreation Center. CIP/DID #ROWV-015517-2014 20. Motion assessing a $1,500 civil penalty for violation of the State Code regarding the sale of tobacco/vapor products to a minor against Hill Brothers Jiffy Mart, 1904 Mount Vernon Road SE. CIP/DID #OB1382996 21. Motion approving the beer/liquor/wine applications of: CIP/DID #OB1145716 a. Buffalo Wild Wings, 2020 Edgewood Road SW; b. Dancers Ranch, 3000 6th Street SW; c. Emil’s Hideaway, 222 Glenbrook Drive SE; d. Fat Wally’s, 429 2nd Avenue SE; e. Fieldhouse Cedar Rapids, 1140 Blairs Ferry Road NE; f. Gatherings on the River, 50 2nd Avenue Bridge (new – third-floor Restaurant and catering in Veterans Memorial building); g. Hawkeye Downs, 4400 6th Street SW; h. Hawkeye Downs Sinclair, 4713 6th Street SW; i. Hazzard County Saloon, 329 2nd Avenue SE; j. HuHot Mongolian Grill, 4444 1st Avenue NE, Suite #560; k. Hy-Vee Drugstore #1, 1520 6th Street SW; l. Hy-Vee Gas #7, 3935 Blairs Ferry Road NE; m. Jersey’s Pub & Grub, 5761 C Street SW; n. Kum & Go #517, 3132 1st Avenue NE; o. Popoli Ristorante & Sullivan's Bar, 101 3rd Avenue SW; p. Roscoe’s Pizza, 212 Edgewood Road NW; q. Shawn Ryan’s Irish Pub, 715 2nd Avenue SE. 22. Resolutions approving: CIP/DID #OB1143566 a. Payment of Bills; b. Payroll; c. Transfer of Funds. 23. Resolutions approving assessment actions: a. Intent to assess – Solid Waste & Recycling – clean-up costs – one property; CIP/DID #OB1382999 b. Intent to assess – Utilities – Water Division – delinquent municipal utility bills – 42 properties; CIP/DID #OB1383079 c. Levy assessment – Utilities – Water Division – delinquent municipal utility bills – 23 properties; CIP/DID #OB1362727 d. Levy assessment – Utilities – Water Division – delinquent municipal utility bills – 18 properties; CIP/DID #OB1369837 e. Levy assessment – delinquent snow removal charges – 17 properties; CIP/DID #OB1383026 6 f. Levy assessment – nuisance property abatement charges – two properties; CIP/DID #OB1383037 g. Levy assessment – delinquent utility service charges, including industrial waste and Iowa sales tax – one property. CIP/DID #OB1383035 24. Resolution determining the necessity and setting a public hearing for April 14, 2015 and consultation with affected taxing entities on the proposed Amendment No. 3 to the Second Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the Central Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #OB283396 25. Resolution determining the necessity and setting a public hearing for April 14, 2015 and consultation with affected taxing entities on the proposed Amendment No. 6 to the Amended and Restated Urban Renewal Plan for the Consolidated Central Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #OB283396 26. Resolution determining the necessity and setting a public hearing for April 14, 2015 and consultation with affected taxing entities on the proposed Amendment No. 2 to the Urban Renewal Plan for the Council Street Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #OB41576 27. Resolution determining the necessity and setting a public hearing for April 14, 2015 and consultation with affected taxing entities on the proposed Amendment No. 2 to the Urban Renewal Plan for the Rockwell Collins Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #OB170214 28. Resolution determining the necessity and setting a public hearing for April 14, 2015 and consultation with affected taxing entities on the proposed Amendment No. 1 to the Urban Renewal Plan for the Technology Park Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #OB615106 29. Resolution determining the necessity and setting a public hearing for April 14, 2015 and consultation with affected taxing entities on the proposed Amendment No. 2 to the Urban Renewal Plan for the Village Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #OB1214407 30. Resolution determining the necessity and setting a public hearing for April 14, 2015 and consultation with affected taxing entities on the proposed Amendment No. 4 to the Urban Renewal Plan for the Southwest Consolidated Urban Renewal Area. CIP/DID #OB669673 31. Resolutions accepting projects, approving Performance Bonds and/or authorizing final payments: a. West Well Field Electrical Improvements project, final payment in the amount of $51,305.72 and 2-Year Performance Bond submitted by Watts Electric Company, (original contract amount was $1,030,093.52; final contract amount is $1,026,114.35); CIP/DID #625673-08 b. SW Quadrant, 2008 Flood Area Sanitary Sewer Restoration, Phase 2, Part 1 project, Change Order No. 5 (Final) deducting the amount of $161,186.78, final payment in the amount of $30,779.55 and 4-Year Performance Bond submitted by Rathje Construction Company (original contract amount was $794,288.36; final contract amount is $615,590.93) (FLOOD); CIP/DID #SSD103-10 c. 1st Street SW Alley From 3rd to 5th Avenue SW Sanitary Sewer Repairs project, final payment in the amount of $9,760.10 and 4-Year Performance Bond submitted by Zinser Grading & Excavating, LLC (original contract amount was $197,979.29; final contract amount is $195,202.08) (FLOOD); CIP/DID #SSD103-13 7 d. Cedar River Trail Underpass of the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City (CRANDIC) Railroad Cedar River Bridge project, final payment in the amount of $29,401.32 and 4-Year Performance Bond submitted by Eastern Iowa Excavating & Concrete, LLC (original contract amount was $651,534.20; final contract amount is $588,026.49); CIP/DID #325044-03 e. FY 2015 Downtown Streetscape Enhancement project and 4-Year Performance Bond submitted by Hardscape Solutions of Iowa (original contract amount was $44,500; final contract amount is $43,650); CIP/DID #321549-01 f. WPC Cryogenic Plant Upgrades project, final retainage payment in the amount of $153,615.38 and 2-year Performance Bond submitted by WRH, Inc. (original contract amount was $3,049,000; final contract amount is $3,072,307.58). CIP/DID #615180-03 32. Resolutions authorizing execution of Development Agreements and Special Warranty Deeds for City-owned property participating in the fourth round of the Single Family New Construction Program (FLOOD): CIP/DID #OB540257 a. Cedar Valley Habitat for Humanity, Inc. for property at 378 8th Avenue SW; b. Cedar Valley Habitat for Humanity, Inc. for property at 404 8th Avenue SW; c. Jaylee, Inc. for property at 420 6th Avenue SW; d. Jaylee, Inc. for property at 424 6th Avenue SW; e. Cedar Ridge Homes, Inc. for property at 609 3rd Avenue SW; f. JW Homebuilders, LLC for property at 1410 N Street SW. 33. Resolutions authorizing execution of Development Agreements for property participating in the fourth round of the Single Family New Construction Program: CIP/DID #OB540257 a. Premiere Developers, Inc. for property at 8603 Harrington Drive NE; b. Premiere Developers, Inc. for property at 8621 Grand Oaks Drive NE; c. Premiere Developers, Inc. for property at 8627 Grand Oaks Drive NE; d. Premiere Developers, Inc. for property at 8633 Grand Oaks Drive NE; e. Premiere Developers, Inc. for property at 8639 Grand Oaks Drive NE. 34. Resolution accepting a Warranty Deed from Diane G. Bishop, a Warranty Deed by Jason Hubbell and Nilza DaSilva-Hubbell, and a Concrete Pavement and Concrete Sidewalk Petition and Assessment Agreement from Diane G. Bishop and Jason Hubbell and Nilza DaSilva-Hubbell for future improvements at 2534 27th Street SW. CIP/DID #PLSV-013425-2014 35. Resolution in support of the proposed renovation of the building at 1030 5th Avenue SE and authorization to negotiate a Development Agreement with Tanager Place. CIP/DID #OB1383157 36. Preliminary Resolution for the construction of pavement and sidewalk improvements for the Collins Road (IA 100) Phase 1 Complete Streets Project from East of Northland Avenue NE to Twixt Town Road NE. CIP/DID #301446-00 37. Resolution adopting and levying final schedule of assessments and providing for the payment thereof for the 76th Avenue SW Improvements – from Edgewood Road SW to East of the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City (CRANDIC) Railroad Crossing project. CIP/DID #301208-00 38. Resolution adopting the Sidewalk Repair and Reimbursement Policy. CIP/DID #3017016-00 39. Resolution adopting the Financial Assistance Policy on Sidewalk Repair. CIP/DID #3017016-00 8 40. Resolution approving the installation of two-way yield control at the intersection of Kerry Lane SE and Maureen Drive SE, yielding traffic on Kerry Lane SE for Maureen Drive SE. CIP/DID #60-15-031 41. Resolution approving the installation of yield control at the intersection of 46th Street and Sherman Street NE, yielding traffic on 46th Street for Sherman Street NE. CIP/DID #60-15-031 42. Resolution approving the installation of two-way stop control at the intersection of Armar Drive SE and Bridgit Lane SE, stopping traffic on Bridgit Lane SE for Armar Drive SE. CIP/DID #60-15-031 43. Resolution creating a year-long pilot Stormwater Best Management Practices Cost-Share Program to be administered by Public Works. CIP/DID #304428-00 44. Resolution establishing the Utilities Department – Water Pollution Control Division Fiscal Year 2016 rates beginning July 1, 2015 for wastewater that is hauled directly to the Water Pollution Control Facility for treatment. CIP/DID #OB1383092 45. Resolution establishing the Utilities Department – Water Pollution Control Division Fiscal Year 2016 rates beginning July 1, 2015 for flat sewer rates to be charged for un-metered water supplies being discharged into the City sanitary sewer system. CIP/DID #OB1383100 46. Resolution establishing the Utilities Department – Solid Waste & Recycling Division Fiscal Year 2016 fee schedule beginning July 1, 2015 for nuisance abatement and service charges. CIP/DID #OB1383109 47. Resolution establishing the Utilities Department – Water Division and Laboratory Division Fiscal Year 2016 fee schedules beginning July 1, 2015 for miscellaneous services. CIP/DID #OB1383111 48. Resolution declaring an official intent under Treasury Regulation 1.150-2 to issue debt to reimburse the City for certain original amounts paid in connection with specified projects. CIP/DID #OB1383022 49. Resolution authorizing Civil Rights Commission Administrative Assistant to attend the National Fair Housing Training Academy Fair Housing Investigations in a Nutshell in Dallas, Texas. CIP/DID #OB1383006 50. Resolutions approving actions regarding purchases, contracts and agreements: a. Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with Braun Intertec Corporation specifying an increased amount not to exceed $12,255 for geotechnical evaluation services in connection with the City Services Center project (original contract amount was $21,265; total contract amount with this amendment is $33,520) (FLOOD); CIP/DID #PWE006-15 b. Amendment No. 4 to renew contract for commercial water meters & accessories with Ferguson Waterworks for the Water Service Division for an estimated original amount not to exceed amount of $435,000 (original contract amount was $80,000; renewal contract amount is $435,000); CIP/DID #0511-242 c. Amendment No. 3 to renew contract for quarry products with Wendling Quarries, Inc. for an estimated annual amount of $90,000 (original contract amount was $90,000; renewal contract amount is $90,000); CIP/DID #0213-182 9 d. Amendment No. 3 to renew contract for Avaya network equipment and maintenance with Pomeroy IT Solutions for the Information Technology Department for an estimated annual amount of $100,000 (original contract amount was $306,111.46; renewal contract amount is $100,000); CIP/DID #0113-152 e. Amendment No. 3 to renew contract for professional IT services with McGladrey for the Information Technology Department for a total annual amount not to exceed $100,000 (original contract amount was $100,000; contract renewal amount is $100,000); CIP/DID #1010-084 f. Amendment No. 3 to renew the contract for turnout gear with Sandry Fire Supply LLC for the Fire Department for an annual amount not to exceed $60,000 (original contract amount was $90,000; renewal contract amount is $60,000); CIP/DID #0212-153 g. Amendment No. 3 to renew contract for concrete products with Croell Redi-Mix, Inc. for an estimated annual amount of $60,000 (original contract amount was $60,000; renewal contract amount is $60,000); CIP/DID #0213-183 h. Amendment No. 5 to renew contract for health services with St. Luke’s Work Well Solutions for the Human Resources Department for an annual amount not to exceed $120,000 (original contract amount was $52,162.46; renewal contract amount is $120,000); CIP/DID #0909-068A i. Amendment No. 1 to renew Contract for Integration Services for WPC with ESCO Automation for a total annual expenditure not to exceed $100,000 (original contract amount was $100,000; renewal contract amount is $100,000); CIP/DID #1213-100 j. Amendment No. 3 to renew contract for concrete products with Metro Ready Mix LC for an estimated annual amount of $335,000 (original contract amount was $335,000; renewal contract amount is $335,000); CIP/DID #0213-183 k. Amendment No. 4 to renew contract for asphalt products with L.L. Pelling Company for an estimated annual amount of $650,000 (original contract amount was $650,000; renewal contract amount is $650,000); CIP/DID #0112-130 l. Amend Resolution No. 1382-10-14 to include Amendments 1, 2 and 3 for the Chandler St, 20th St, 18th St and 16th Ave SW Water Main Replacement project with Anderson-Bogert Engineers & Surveyors (original contract amount was $126,521, total contract amount with this amendment is $244,761); CIP/DID #2011061-01 m. First Amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the State Historical Society of Iowa, Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management Department regarding the demolition of the Link-Belt Speeder Corporation Complex/Cedar Rapids Public Works Facility; CIP/DID #OB722781 n. Corrective Special Warranty Deed with Jaylee, Inc. for property at 1116 K Street SW participating in the fourth round of the Single Family New Construction Program (FLOOD); CIP/DID #OB540257 o. Corrective Quit Claim Deed for property at 423 5th Street NW to OPC Allan Investments, LLC (FLOOD); CIP/DID #OB820960 p. Contract for food concession products with Myers-Cox Co. for the Parks & Recreation Department for an annual amount not to exceed $120,000; CIP/DID #1214-122 q. Contract for traffic signal equipment with General Traffic Equipment Corp. for the Traffic Engineering Division for an amount not to exceed $100,000; CIP/DID #0115-143 r. Contract for traffic signal equipment with Brown Traffic Products, Inc. for the Traffic Engineering Division for an amount not to exceed $250,000; CIP/DID #0115-143 s. Contract for disc dispensing system maintenance and support with Bibliotheca for the Library in the amount of $28,413.60; CIP/DID #1014-076M t. Purchase of folding chairs for the McGrath Amphitheatre from Mity Lite in the amount of $92,765.60; CIP/DID #0215-172 10 u. Contract for purchase of beverage concession products with PepsiCo for the Parks & Recreation Department for an annual amount not to exceed $100,000; CIP/DID #0115-156 v. Contract for health care management services with CorVel Healthcare Corporation for the Human Resources Department for the contract period April 1, 2015 through March 31, 2017 for an amount not to exceed $130,000; CIP/DID #0614-212 w. Amending the estimated cost of administrative fees with the City's third-party administrator from $1,360,000 to $1,610,000 over the three-year contract and additional administrative fees for processing claims incurred in 2014 but submitted to PreferredOne in 2015; CIP/DID #OB688353 x. Fleet Services purchase of four single-axle chassis with Swaploader hook lift system from Thompson Truck & Trailer in the amount of $630,360; CIP/DID #0215-168 y. Fleet Services purchase of four Autocar tandem-axle chassis with Labrie side loaders from Truck Country in the amount of $1,342,744; CIP/DID #0215-167 z. Joint Communications Agency purchase of upgrades and equipment from Motorola, Inc. for public safety use in connection with the Linn County 800 MHz radio system; CIP/DID #OB660990 aa. Professional Services Agreement with Ament Design for an amount not to exceed $54,160 for design services in connection with the Park Place NE Roadway Rehabilitation Improvements from Council Street to North Park Place Lane project (Paving for Progress); CIP/DID #3012128-01 bb. Awarding and approving contract in the amount of $3,192,701.70 plus incentive up to $21,750, bond and insurance of L.L. Pelling Company, Inc. for the 1st Avenue E from approximately 325 feet south of 34th Street NE to 40th Street NE HMA Resurfacing Phase 1 project (esitmated cost is $3,780,000) (Paving for Progress); CIP/DID #301240-06 cc. Awarding and approving contract in the amount of $35,812 plus incentive up to $3,000, bond and insurance of Dave Schmitt Construction for the 3rd Street SE, East of 10th Avenue SE, Storm Sewer Improvements project (estimated cost is $55,000); CIP/DID #304435-01 dd. Awarding and approving contract in the amount of $824,160.67, bond and insurance of Rathje Construction Company for the 42nd Street NE from I-380 Northbound Off Ramp to East of the Cedar River Trail — Traffic Signals project (estimated cost is $736,000); CIP/DID #301614-01 ee. Traffic Safety Improvement Funding Agreement in the amount of $35,000 with the Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT) for the 7th Street NE from 1st Avenue E to north of I-380 Overhead Sign Installation project; CIP/DID #306228-00 ff. Total Acquisition Purchase Agreement in the amount of $80,000, plus an amount estimated to be $27,500 in relocation benefits to Joe and Veronica Marks for real property located at 63 17th Avenue SW in connection with the Czech Village Area Property Acquisition project; CIP/DID #331005-00 gg. Total Acquisition Purchase Agreement in the amount of $14,850 with Kristina Lynn Kies for real property located at 1630 5th Street NW in connection with the Northwest Flood Mitigation System project; CIP/DID #331003-00 hh. Total Acquisition Purchase Agreement in the amount of $40,000, plus a total amount estimated to be $103,750 for relocation benefits to Michael T. Lane for real property located at 43 20th Avenue SW in connection with the Czech Village Area Property Acquisition project; CIP/DID #331005-00 ii. Professional Services Agreement with CH2M HILL Engineer, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $590,465 for the WPCF Odor Control Upgrades project; CIP/DID #615233-01 11 jj. Letter of Understanding amending the 28E Agreement with the Cedar Rapids Community School District adding two additional School Resource Officers to the School Resource Officer Program for the term of July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2016. CIP/DID #OB641224
Report on bids for the NW Quadrant, 2008 Flood, Sanitary Sewer Repairs, Phase 2, Bid Package 2 project (estimated cost is $1,170,000) (Dave Wallace) (FLOOD). CIP/DID #SSD101-08
Report on bids for the for the J Avenue WTP Ammonia Feed System Upgrades project (estimated cost is $130,000) (Steve Hershner). a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $155,945, bond and insurance of Modern Piping, Inc. for the J Avenue WTP Ammonia Feed System Upgrades project. CIP/DID #6250037-02
Report on bids for the J Avenue Water Plant Generator Addition project (estimated cost is $2,060,000) (Steve Hershner). a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $2,073,772, bond and insurance of Price Industrial Electric, Inc. for the J Avenue Water Plant Generator Addition project. CIP/DID #6250016-02
Report on bids for the Ambroz Recreation Center Retaining Wall Repair project (estimated cost is $165,000) (Doug Wilson). a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $146,656.25 plus incentive up to $2,500, bond and insurance of Hardscape Solutions of Iowa, Inc. for the Ambroz Recreation Center Retaining Wall Repair project. CIP/DID #311180-02
Ordinance granting collection of tax increment within the Apache Hose and Belting Company, Inc. Urban Renewal Area located at 4805 Bowling Street SW. CIP/DID #OB1344382
Ordinance granting a change of zone for property at 1241 3rd Avenue SE from RMF-2, Multiple Family Residence Zone District to R-TN, Traditional Neighborhood Residence Zone District as requested by Affordable Housing Network, Inc. CIP/DID #RZNE-015536-2014
Ordinance vacating public ways and grounds in and to the property described as a 1,054 square-foot strip of E Avenue NW right-of-way and a 7.4 square-foot triangle of C Avenue NW right-of-way located adjacent to 423 5th Street NW as requested by Ivan L. Clay. CIP/DID #ROWV-015442-2014
Ordinance amending Chapter 12 of the Municipal Code, Water Service, by repealing existing rates and establishing new rates. CIP/DID #OB1374529
Ordinance amending Chapter 13 of the Municipal Code, Wastewater Facilities, by repealing existing rates and establishing new rates. CIP/DID #OB1374529
Ordinance amending Chapter 24 of the Municipal Code, Solid Waste, by repealing existing rates and establishing new rates. CIP/DID #OB1374529
Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Iowa Brewing Company Urban Revitalization Area designation at 708 3rd Street SE and 315 7th Avenue SE. CIP/DID #OB1344384
Ordinance amending Chapter 17A of the Municipal Code, Revitalization Areas, to establish the Hobart Historic Restoration Urban Revitalization Area designation at 42 7th Avenue SW. CIP/DID #OB1357511
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