Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Proclamations/Presentations Proclamation – Five Seasons Veterans Stand Down Proclamation – Water and Wastewater Workers of Iowa Week
PUBLIC HEARINGS A public hearing will be held to consider repealing Chapter 42 of the Municipal Code, Pushcarts, Peddlers, Solicitors and Transient Merchants, and enacting a new Chapter 42, Solicitors and Transient Merchants, to clarify and update language for consistency with other areas of the code (Lt. Jeremy Paulsen). CIP/DID #PD0060 a. First Reading: Ordinance repealing Chapter 42 of the Municipal Code, Pushcarts, Peddlers, Solicitors and Transient Merchants, and enacting a new Chapter 42, Solicitors and Transient Merchants, to clarify and update language for consistency with other areas of the code.
A public hearing will be held to consider public comments regarding identification of community development needs, program funding for development of proposed activities, and specific budget allocations for the HOME Investment Partnership Program – American Rescue Plan funding, prior to amending the CDBG and HOME Annual Action Plan for the period of July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 (Sara Buck). CIP/DID #CDBG-FY21 a. Resolution adopting the proposed HOME-ARP Allocation Plan as an amendment to the FY21 Annual Action Plan and authorizing the City Manager to sign any certifications required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for its adoption.
A public hearing will be held to consider amendments to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Public Housing Agency Administrative Plan and Annual Plan (Sara Buck). CIP/DID #OB363680 a. Resolution adopting the proposed amendments to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Public Housing Agency Administrative Plan and Annual Plan and authorizing the Mayor to sign any certifications required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for its adoption.
A public hearing will be held to consider the vacation and disposition of a 0.80-acre parcel of 80th Street Lane NW southeast of the intersection of Highway 100 and E Avenue NW as requested by A & M, L.L.C. (Rita Rasmussen). CIP/DID #ROWV-032507-2021 a. First Reading: Ordinance vacating public ways and grounds of a 0.80-acre parcel of 80th Street Lane NW southeast of the intersection of Highway 100 and E Avenue NW as requested by A & M, L.L.C.
A public hearing will be held to consider the disposition of a City-owned vacant lot at 1710 C Street SW (Rita Rasmussen). CIP/DID #PRD-032925-2022 a. Resolution accepting a bid from Donald Santee IV in the amount of $15,000 for a City-owned vacant lot at 1710 C Street SW.
A public hearing will be held to consider the continuation of an approved public improvement project for the Earhart Lane SW Extension from Walford Road to Wright Brothers Boulevard Phase 3 project (Rita Rasmussen). CIP/DID #301965-00 a. Resolution to continue the previously approved Earhart Lane SW Extension from Walford Road to Wright Brothers Boulevard Phase 3 project, and to proceed with the acquisition or condemnation of agricultural property and property interests not yet acquired for the project.
A public hearing will be held consider the Resolution of Necessity (Proposed) for the repair and/or replacement of sanitary sewer with the 35th Street NE from Oakland Road to F Avenue Pavement Reconstruction project (Doug Wilson). (Paving for Progress) CIP/DID #3012336-00 a. Resolution with respect to the adoption of the Resolution of Necessity for the repair and/or replacement of sanitary sewer with the 35th Street NE from Oakland Road to F Avenue Pavement Reconstruction project.
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Package 4 – Drainageway Derecho Cleanup project (estimated cost is $1,090,000) (Ben Worrell). (Derecho) CIP/DID #333671000-05 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Package 4 – Drainageway Derecho Cleanup project.
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the FY23 Internal Inspection of Large Diameter Sanitary Sewer project (estimated cost is $430,000) (Ben Worrell). CIP/DID #6550048-03 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the FY23 Internal Inspection of Large Diameter Sanitary Sewer project.
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Lot 44 and Upstream Tie Off Contaminated Soil Removal project (estimated cost is $360,000) (Rob Davis). CIP/DID #PUR0722-020 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Lot 44 and Upstream Tie Off Contaminated Soil Removal project.
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Repair of Water Service Lines FY23 project (estimated cost is $700,000) (Dave Wallace). CIP/DID #521108-23 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Repair of Water Service Lines FY23 project.
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the J Avenue Water Treatment Plant Process Improvements – Phase 2B project (estimated cost is $6,900,000) (Jim Flamming). CIP/DID #625902-06 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the J Avenue Water Treatment Plant Process Improvements – Phase 2B project.
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Wayfinding Signage Installation Phase 2 project (estimated cost is $650,000) (John Witt). CIP/DID #PUR0722-004 a. Resolution adopting specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Wayfinding Signage Installation Phase 2 project.
PUBLIC COMMENT This is an opportunity for the public to address the City Council on any subject pertaining to Council action scheduled for today. If you wish to speak, place your name on the sign-up sheet on the table outside the Council Chambers and approach the microphone when called upon.
MOTION TO APPROVE AGENDA
Consent Items 14 - 40an
Resolutions approving actions regarding purchases, contracts and agreements: Contract with VenuWorks for McGrath Amphitheatre management services for three years for a $2,000 base monthly fee plus a variable monthly fee of 5 percent of gross revenues plus expenses. CIP/DID #PUR0322-268
REGULAR AGENDA Report on bids for the 66th Avenue SW from Locust Street to 6th Street Pavement and Drainage Improvements project (estimated cost is $1,640,000) (Doug Wilson). (Paving for Progress) CIP/DID #3012129-07 a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $1,298,063.30, plus incentive up to $50,000, bond and insurance of Eastern Iowa Excavating & Concrete, LLC for the 66th Avenue SW from Locust Street to 6th Street Pavement and Drainage Improvements project.
Report on bids for the Package 3 – Drainageway Derecho Cleanup project (estimated cost is $950,000) (Ben Worrell). (Derecho) CIP/DID #333671000-04 a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $518,591.40, bond and insurance of Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. for the Package 3 – Drainageway Derecho Cleanup project.
Report on bids for the 1st Street SE Drainage from 5th to 7th Avenue and River Wall Improvements Phase II – Safety Rail Improvements project (estimated cost is $810,000) (Rob Davis). CIP/DID #3315510-69 a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $917,558.85, plus incentive up to $20,000, bond and insurance of Dave Schmitt Construction Co., Inc. for the 1st Street SE Drainage from 5th to 7th Avenue and River Wall Improvements Phase II – Safety Rail Improvements project.
Report on bids for the Cedar River Trail SE Reconstruction, CRANDIC Railroad to 16th Avenue project (estimated cost is $660,000) (Rob Davis). CIP/DID #3316510-72 a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $640,010.05, plus incentive up to $15,000, bond and insurance of Pirc-Tobin Construction, Inc. for the Cedar River Trail SE Reconstruction, CRANDIC Railroad to 16th Avenue project.
Report on bids for the 2022 Collins Road and Northland Avenue NE Median Improvements project (estimated cost is $310,000) (Tim Mroch). CIP/DID #301885-01 a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $242,504.13, bond and insurance of Pirc-Tobin Construction, Inc. for the 2022 Collins Road and Northland Avenue NE Median Improvements project.
Report on bids for the Vets Stadium Renovations project (estimated cost is $1,831,231) (Doug Nelson). CIP/DID #PUR0622-351 a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $1,013,225, bond and insurance of Woodruff Construction, Inc. for the Vets Stadium Renovations project.
Presentation and resolution authorizing the use of $3,000,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funding and the execution of Subrecipient Agreements for 20 affordable housing and social service projects for residents disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic (Jennifer Pratt). CIP/DID #CD-0074-2021
Presentation and resolution authorizing the Joint Communications Agency to make annual payments for its portion of maintenance and upgrade costs on the Linn County 800 MHz radio system for an estimated total amount of $6,905,398.71 through fiscal year 2032 (Charlie McClintock). CIP/DID #OB660990
ORDINANCES Second and possible Third Readings Ordinance granting a change of zone for property at 1105 Wright Brothers Boulevard SW from S-RLL, Suburban Residential Large Lot District, to I-LI, Light Industrial District, as requested by Sunny Ridge, LLC and the City. CIP/DID #RZNE-033009-2022
PUBLIC INPUT This is an opportunity for the public to address the City Council on any subject pertaining to Council business. If you wish to speak, place your name on the sign-up sheet on the table outside the Council Chambers and approach the microphone when called upon.
City Manager Communications and Discussions
CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS AND DISCUSSIONS
Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Proclamations/Presentations Proclamation – Five Seasons Veterans Stand Down Proclamation – Water and Wastewater Workers of Iowa Week
PUBLIC HEARINGS A public hearing will be held to consider repealing Chapter 42 of the Municipal Code, Pushcarts, Peddlers, Solicitors and Transient Merchants, and enacting a new Chapter 42, Solicitors and Transient Merchants, to clarify and update language for consistency with other areas of the code (Lt. Jeremy Paulsen). CIP/DID #PD0060 a. First Reading: Ordinance repealing Chapter 42 of the Municipal Code, Pushcarts, Peddlers, Solicitors and Transient Merchants, and enacting a new Chapter 42, Solicitors and Transient Merchants, to clarify and update language for consistency with other areas of the code.
A public hearing will be held to consider public comments regarding identification of community development needs, program funding for development of proposed activities, and specific budget allocations for the HOME Investment Partnership Program – American Rescue Plan funding, prior to amending the CDBG and HOME Annual Action Plan for the period of July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 (Sara Buck). CIP/DID #CDBG-FY21 a. Resolution adopting the proposed HOME-ARP Allocation Plan as an amendment to the FY21 Annual Action Plan and authorizing the City Manager to sign any certifications required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for its adoption.
A public hearing will be held to consider amendments to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Public Housing Agency Administrative Plan and Annual Plan (Sara Buck). CIP/DID #OB363680 a. Resolution adopting the proposed amendments to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Public Housing Agency Administrative Plan and Annual Plan and authorizing the Mayor to sign any certifications required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for its adoption.
A public hearing will be held to consider the vacation and disposition of a 0.80-acre parcel of 80th Street Lane NW southeast of the intersection of Highway 100 and E Avenue NW as requested by A & M, L.L.C. (Rita Rasmussen). CIP/DID #ROWV-032507-2021 a. First Reading: Ordinance vacating public ways and grounds of a 0.80-acre parcel of 80th Street Lane NW southeast of the intersection of Highway 100 and E Avenue NW as requested by A & M, L.L.C.
A public hearing will be held to consider the disposition of a City-owned vacant lot at 1710 C Street SW (Rita Rasmussen). CIP/DID #PRD-032925-2022 a. Resolution accepting a bid from Donald Santee IV in the amount of $15,000 for a City-owned vacant lot at 1710 C Street SW.
A public hearing will be held to consider the continuation of an approved public improvement project for the Earhart Lane SW Extension from Walford Road to Wright Brothers Boulevard Phase 3 project (Rita Rasmussen). CIP/DID #301965-00 a. Resolution to continue the previously approved Earhart Lane SW Extension from Walford Road to Wright Brothers Boulevard Phase 3 project, and to proceed with the acquisition or condemnation of agricultural property and property interests not yet acquired for the project.
A public hearing will be held consider the Resolution of Necessity (Proposed) for the repair and/or replacement of sanitary sewer with the 35th Street NE from Oakland Road to F Avenue Pavement Reconstruction project (Doug Wilson). (Paving for Progress) CIP/DID #3012336-00 a. Resolution with respect to the adoption of the Resolution of Necessity for the repair and/or replacement of sanitary sewer with the 35th Street NE from Oakland Road to F Avenue Pavement Reconstruction project.
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Package 4 – Drainageway Derecho Cleanup project (estimated cost is $1,090,000) (Ben Worrell). (Derecho) CIP/DID #333671000-05 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Package 4 – Drainageway Derecho Cleanup project.
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the FY23 Internal Inspection of Large Diameter Sanitary Sewer project (estimated cost is $430,000) (Ben Worrell). CIP/DID #6550048-03 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the FY23 Internal Inspection of Large Diameter Sanitary Sewer project.
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Lot 44 and Upstream Tie Off Contaminated Soil Removal project (estimated cost is $360,000) (Rob Davis). CIP/DID #PUR0722-020 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Lot 44 and Upstream Tie Off Contaminated Soil Removal project.
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Repair of Water Service Lines FY23 project (estimated cost is $700,000) (Dave Wallace). CIP/DID #521108-23 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Repair of Water Service Lines FY23 project.
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the J Avenue Water Treatment Plant Process Improvements – Phase 2B project (estimated cost is $6,900,000) (Jim Flamming). CIP/DID #625902-06 a. Resolution adopting plans, specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the J Avenue Water Treatment Plant Process Improvements – Phase 2B project.
A public hearing will be held to consider the proposed specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Wayfinding Signage Installation Phase 2 project (estimated cost is $650,000) (John Witt). CIP/DID #PUR0722-004 a. Resolution adopting specifications, form of contract and estimated cost for the Wayfinding Signage Installation Phase 2 project.
PUBLIC COMMENT This is an opportunity for the public to address the City Council on any subject pertaining to Council action scheduled for today. If you wish to speak, place your name on the sign-up sheet on the table outside the Council Chambers and approach the microphone when called upon.
MOTION TO APPROVE AGENDA
Consent Items 14 - 40an
Resolutions approving actions regarding purchases, contracts and agreements: Contract with VenuWorks for McGrath Amphitheatre management services for three years for a $2,000 base monthly fee plus a variable monthly fee of 5 percent of gross revenues plus expenses. CIP/DID #PUR0322-268
REGULAR AGENDA Report on bids for the 66th Avenue SW from Locust Street to 6th Street Pavement and Drainage Improvements project (estimated cost is $1,640,000) (Doug Wilson). (Paving for Progress) CIP/DID #3012129-07 a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $1,298,063.30, plus incentive up to $50,000, bond and insurance of Eastern Iowa Excavating & Concrete, LLC for the 66th Avenue SW from Locust Street to 6th Street Pavement and Drainage Improvements project.
Report on bids for the Package 3 – Drainageway Derecho Cleanup project (estimated cost is $950,000) (Ben Worrell). (Derecho) CIP/DID #333671000-04 a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $518,591.40, bond and insurance of Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. for the Package 3 – Drainageway Derecho Cleanup project.
Report on bids for the 1st Street SE Drainage from 5th to 7th Avenue and River Wall Improvements Phase II – Safety Rail Improvements project (estimated cost is $810,000) (Rob Davis). CIP/DID #3315510-69 a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $917,558.85, plus incentive up to $20,000, bond and insurance of Dave Schmitt Construction Co., Inc. for the 1st Street SE Drainage from 5th to 7th Avenue and River Wall Improvements Phase II – Safety Rail Improvements project.
Report on bids for the Cedar River Trail SE Reconstruction, CRANDIC Railroad to 16th Avenue project (estimated cost is $660,000) (Rob Davis). CIP/DID #3316510-72 a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $640,010.05, plus incentive up to $15,000, bond and insurance of Pirc-Tobin Construction, Inc. for the Cedar River Trail SE Reconstruction, CRANDIC Railroad to 16th Avenue project.
Report on bids for the 2022 Collins Road and Northland Avenue NE Median Improvements project (estimated cost is $310,000) (Tim Mroch). CIP/DID #301885-01 a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $242,504.13, bond and insurance of Pirc-Tobin Construction, Inc. for the 2022 Collins Road and Northland Avenue NE Median Improvements project.
Report on bids for the Vets Stadium Renovations project (estimated cost is $1,831,231) (Doug Nelson). CIP/DID #PUR0622-351 a. Resolution awarding and approving contract in the amount of $1,013,225, bond and insurance of Woodruff Construction, Inc. for the Vets Stadium Renovations project.
Presentation and resolution authorizing the use of $3,000,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funding and the execution of Subrecipient Agreements for 20 affordable housing and social service projects for residents disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic (Jennifer Pratt). CIP/DID #CD-0074-2021
Presentation and resolution authorizing the Joint Communications Agency to make annual payments for its portion of maintenance and upgrade costs on the Linn County 800 MHz radio system for an estimated total amount of $6,905,398.71 through fiscal year 2032 (Charlie McClintock). CIP/DID #OB660990
ORDINANCES Second and possible Third Readings Ordinance granting a change of zone for property at 1105 Wright Brothers Boulevard SW from S-RLL, Suburban Residential Large Lot District, to I-LI, Light Industrial District, as requested by Sunny Ridge, LLC and the City. CIP/DID #RZNE-033009-2022
PUBLIC INPUT This is an opportunity for the public to address the City Council on any subject pertaining to Council business. If you wish to speak, place your name on the sign-up sheet on the table outside the Council Chambers and approach the microphone when called upon.
City Manager Communications and Discussions
CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS AND DISCUSSIONS