University Heights public meetings in 2021

City Council

The University Heights City Council approved Resolution No. 21-51 extending the deadline for hotel construction items, renewed the liquor license for Marriott Bistro, and approved a snow removal contract with Hawkeye Construction. They also approved a $500 sponsorship for the NAACP Iowa Summit and a fund transfer for debt payments. All votes were unanimous unless noted.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-51 extending hotel construction deadline (5-0)
• Renewed liquor license for Marriott Bistro (5-0)
• Approved $500 NAACP Iowa Summit sponsorship (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-52 snow removal contract with Hawkeye Construction (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-50 transferring $5,908.33 to Debt Service (5-0)
• Approved all bills for payment by unanimous consent

City Council

The University Heights City Council approved several resolutions, including the FY21 Annual Finance Report (Resolution 21-49) and an extension for completing hotel items (Resolution 21-48). It also authorized internal advances for urban renewal projects, approved estimated TIF revenues for One University Place, directed filing of the Urban Renewal Report, and approved interfund transfers. All votes were unanimous except Councilor Schroeder abstained on Resolution 21-44 due to a prior business relationship.

• Approved Resolution 21-49 Annual Finance Report for FY21 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-48 Extending Deadline for Completion of Hotel Items (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-43 authorizing internal advance of funds for Urban Renewal Projects (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-44 approving estimated increment Property Tax Revenues for One University Place (5-0, Schroeder abstained)
• Approved Resolution 21-45 directing filing of Urban Renewal Report with Iowa Dept. of Management (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-46 approving interfund transfers from TIF Fund to General Fund (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-47 approving assignment of agreement by Johnson County Refuse Inc. to LRS of Iowa, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved all bills for payment by unanimous consent

City Council

The University Heights City Council approved Resolution No. 21-42 concerning a hotel certificate of occupancy and Resolution No. 21-41 approving fund transfers for FY ending June 30, 2021, both unanimously. The meeting also included reports and approval of bills for payment.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-42 hotel certificate of occupancy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-41 fund transfers for FY ending June 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved all bills for payment by unanimous consent

City Council

The City Council approved a motion allowing ImOn Communications to begin designing a fiber network in University Heights, with a proposal to build the network in 2022. The council also approved several resolutions, including extending the hotel construction deadline to October 12, accepting a quotation for the 2021 panel replacements project, adopting the IDOT Annual City Street Financial Report, and designating a property as 101 Highland Drive. All votes were unanimous unless otherwise noted, and all bills were approved for payment.

• Approved motion to allow ImOn to begin fiber network design (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-40 extending hotel construction deadline to October 12 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-37 accepting quotation for 2021 panel replacements project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-38 adopting IDOT Annual City Street Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-39 designating lot 115 as 101 Highland Drive (5-0)
• Approved all bills for payment by unanimous consent
• Set Trick-or-Treat time to 5:30-8:00 PM on October 31

City Council

The University Heights City Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved four resolutions. They authorized a $600,000 taxable general obligation street improvement loan agreement and a related anticipation note, approved a $5,000 consulting contract with John Danos and Dorsey & Whitney LLP for financial matters, accepted the 2021 Golfview Avenue Improvements Project as complete and released retainage, and granted a perpetual non-exclusive license for disability parking spaces adjacent to 116 Golfview Avenue to owners of 1000-1006 Melrose Avenue.

• Approved Resolution 21-33: consulting agreement with John Danos and Dorsey & Whitney LLP (estimated $5,000) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-34: $600,000 Taxable General Obligation Street Improvement Loan Agreement and anticipation note (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-35: accepted 2021 Golfview Avenue Improvements Project as complete and released retainage (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-36: perpetual non-exclusive license for disability parking spaces adjacent to 116 Golfview Avenue to owners of 1000-1006 Melrose Avenue (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council held a special meeting to adopt Resolution No. 21-32, which schedules a public hearing for September 9, 2021. The hearing will address a proposal to borrow up to $600,000 via a Taxable General Obligation Street Improvement Loan Agreement. The funds are intended for constructing street, sidewalk, sanitary sewer, and storm water drainage improvements. The meeting was conducted electronically via Zoom.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 21-32 setting a public hearing date of September 9, 2021
• Proposal to borrow up to $600,000 for street, sidewalk, sanitary sewer, and storm water drainage improvements
• Loan is a Taxable General Obligation Street Improvement Loan Agreement under Iowa Code Section 384.24A
• Public notice to be published in a legal newspaper between 4 and 20 days before the hearing

The City Council voted unanimously to set a public hearing for September 9 at 7:00 p.m. on a proposal to enter into a General Obligation Corporate Purpose Loan Agreement and borrow up to $600,000. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 7:04 p.m.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-32 setting Sept. 9 public hearing on $600K loan proposal (unanimous)

City Council

The University Heights City Council will meet electronically to discuss various municipal reports and updates. Key agenda items include reviewing the city's response to historical restrictive covenants via Resolution No. 21-31 and discussing Golfview Avenue improvements.

• Consideration of Resolution No. 21-31 regarding a welcoming community commitment
• Review of Pay Application #4 for Golfview Avenue Improvements (All American Concrete)
• Discussion of 2022 ImOn Residential Fiber-to-the-Home Internet and Phone Service
• Report on four building permits issued, including work at 1409 Grand Ave and 901 Melrose
• Review of July 2021 financial reports showing $36,232.49 in total revenue

The University Heights City Council unanimously approved Resolution 21-31 affirming the city's commitment to being a Welcoming Community. All other actions were routine approvals of minutes, bills, and reports, with no public comments or other substantive decisions.

• Approved Resolution 21-31 Affirming the City’s Commitment to being a Welcoming Community (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 13, 2021 regular council meeting (unanimous)
• Approved all bills for payment totaling $212,047.38 (unanimous)

City Council

The University Heights City Council is meeting electronically to handle routine business including staff salaries, a liquor license renewal for Maggie's Farm Restaurant, and city insurance renewal. The council will also consider Resolution No. 21-31 affirming the city's commitment to being a welcoming community, in response to historical restrictive covenants. The agenda includes reports from city staff and committees, plus a payment application for street improvements.

• Motion to approve employee and staff salaries presented at June 8, 2021 meeting
• Motion to renew liquor license for Maggie's Farm Restaurant at 1308 Melrose Ave
• Motion to renew city insurance coverage through ICAP and ratify Clerk's acceptance
• Consideration of Pay Application #3 for Golfview Avenue Improvements to All American Concrete
• Consideration of Resolution No. 21-31 Affirming the City's Commitment to being a Welcoming Community

The University Heights City Council approved employee and staff salaries, renewed a liquor license for Maggie's Farm Restaurant, renewed the city's insurance coverage through ICAP, and approved all bills for payment totaling $819,670.86. The council also approved the application form for Rental Permit and Certificate of Structure Compliance. Councilors Moore and Herbold were tasked with refining Resolution 21-31 on being a Welcoming Community for the August meeting.

• Approved employee and staff salaries (5-0)
• Renewed liquor license for Maggie's Farm Restaurant (5-0)
• Renewed city insurance through ICAP and ratified Clerk's acceptance (5-0)
• Approved all bills for payment by unanimous consent
• Approved Rental Permit and Certificate of Structure Compliance application form (5-0)
• Council consensus to refine Resolution 21-31 for August meeting

City Council

The City Council is deciding to extend the fire protection agreement with Iowa City through June 30, 2026, with an initial annual fee of $34,343.00. The body is also appointing Mike Haverkamp as the new City Clerk at $18.00 per hour following Christine Anderson's resignation. Additionally, the Council is approving fund transfers totaling $125,408.69 to cover bond payments for street improvements and the Swisher Tract project.

• Resolution 21-26 extends 28E fire protection agreement with Iowa City to June 30, 2026, with initial annual fee of $34,343.00
• Resolution 21-30 appoints Mike Haverkamp as City Clerk at $18.00 per hour effective June 30, 2021
• Resolution 21-25 approves fund transfers of $63,473.69 from Special Assessments and $61,935.00 from General Fund to Debt Service Fund
• Resolution 21-27 amends 28E agreement for James on Melrose property tax revenue sharing to 50/50 division in perpetuity
• Resolution 21-28 grants sound permit for wedding at 55 Prospect Place on June 25, 2021

The University Heights City Council approved several resolutions, including extending the fire protection services agreement with Iowa City through June 30, 2026, at an initial annual fee of $34,343.00, and an amended 28E agreement for sharing property tax revenue related to the James on Melrose redevelopment. The council also accepted the resignation of City Clerk Christine Anderson, appointed Mike Haverkamp as her replacement, and approved a liquor license renewal for Stella Restaurant. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 21-28 granting a permit for audible sounds for a wedding at 55 Prospect Place on June 25, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-29 accepting City Clerk Christine Anderson's resignation effective June 30, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-30 appointing Mike Haverkamp as City Clerk at $18.00/hour effective July 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-26 extending fire protection 28E agreement with Iowa City through June 30, 2026 at $34,343.00 annual fee (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-27 amending 28E agreement with Iowa City on property tax revenue sharing for James on Melrose (5-0)
• Approved renewal of liquor license for Stella Restaurant (5-0)
• Approved Golfview Project Change Order #1, extending completion date to July 22, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-25 approving fund transfers to Debt Service Fund (5-0)

City Council

The University Heights City Council is holding a special meeting to consider Resolution No. 21-20, which would approve various requirements and acknowledge satisfaction of conditions related to a Certificate of Occupancy for the Courtyard Iowa City University Heights hotel at 901 Melrose Avenue. The resolution also includes provisions for resident access to hotel amenities and extends the hotel's substantial completion deadline to May 20, 2021.

• Resolution No. 21-20 approving requirements for Certificate of Occupancy for Courtyard hotel at 901 Melrose Avenue
• Hotel developer Hotel 901, LLC conveyed two properties on Olive Court to the city
• Residents 18+ may use hotel fitness ($25/month), pool ($30/month), or both ($50/month); UHPD employees free
• City Council, boards, and departments may use hotel conference rooms without charge
• Certificate of Occupancy revocable if remaining items not completed by September 1, 2021

The University Heights City Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 21-20, which acknowledges satisfaction of conditions for a Certificate of Occupancy for the Courtyard Iowa City University Heights hotel at 901 Melrose Avenue. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 7:19 p.m.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-20 for hotel Certificate of Occupancy (5-0)

City Council

The University Heights City Council will hold a public hearing on the FY21 budget amendment and consider a resolution to adopt it. The council will also consider a resolution related to the Certificate of Occupancy for the Courtyard hotel at 901 Melrose Avenue and a liquor license request for the hotel's 6th floor.

• Public hearing on FY21 Budget Amendment
• Resolution 21-23 adopting the FY21 budget amendment
• Resolution 21-20 approving requirements for Certificate of Occupancy for hotel at 901 Melrose Avenue (Courtyard Iowa City University Heights)
• Liquor license request by Heights Rooftop LLC for 901 Melrose Ave., 6th floor

The University Heights City Council held a special meeting on May 18, 2021, and approved Resolution No. 21-24, adopting the FY21 Budget Amendment, as presented by City Accountant Steve Kuhl. The council also approved a liquor license for Heights Rooftop LLC for the 6th floor of the Marriott Hotel. Both votes were unanimous. A legal item, Resolution No. 21-20, was deferred to a special meeting on May 20.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-24, adopting the FY21 Budget Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for Heights Rooftop LLC, 6th floor of Marriott Hotel (unanimous)
• Deferred Resolution No. 21-20 to special meeting on May 20

City Council

The University Heights City Council will meet electronically to consider several resolutions and a proclamation, including adopting purchasing and fraud-reporting policies, proclaiming Bike Week, and a motion to require rental property inspections every two years. The agenda also includes routine reports from city staff and committees, and a hotel update.

• Consideration of Resolution No. 21-22 adopting City Purchasing Policies and Procedures
• Consideration of Resolution No. 21-23 adopting City Fraud-Reporting Policy
• Proclamation establishing May 17-23, 2021 as Bike Week
• Motion to direct City Housing Officials to perform rental property inspections every two years pursuant to Rental Housing Code, Ordinance No. 110
• Hotel update

The University Heights City Council approved a motion directing housing officials to inspect rental properties every two years, pursuant to the Rental Housing Code. They also approved a proclamation for Bike Week, adopted purchasing and fraud-reporting policies, and approved all bills for payment. The meeting was held electronically due to COVID-19.

• Approved motion for rental property inspections every 2 years (unanimous)
• Approved Bike Week proclamation for May 17-23, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-22, Purchasing Policies and Procedures (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-23, Fraud-Reporting Policy (unanimous)
• Approved all bills for payment (unanimous consent)

City Council

The University Heights City Council will hold a public hearing to determine whether a dog owned by David Paul Stratton at 26 Prospect Place is fierce, dangerous, or vicious under Ordinance 55, and whether it should be destroyed. The council will also consider several resolutions, including transit service agreements and a hotel occupancy certificate.

• Public hearing and Resolution 21-19 on vicious dog determination for dog at 26 Prospect Place
• Resolution 21-16: FY2022 28E Agreement with Johnson County for SEATS paratransit at $25 per ride
• Resolution 21-17: FY2022 transit services with Iowa City at $40,682.00 annual rate
• Resolution 21-20: Certificate of Occupancy for Courtyard hotel at 901 Melrose Avenue
• Resolution 21-21: Accepting quotation for 2021 Street Sweeping Project

The council held a public hearing and unanimously declared a dog at 26 Prospect Place vicious, ordering its humane destruction. They also approved several routine items, including transit agreements, a street sweeping contract, and a change to the rental inspector's compensation.

City Council

The University Heights City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the FY2021-2022 budget, along with several resolutions related to the James on Melrose development, which involves severing 3.61 acres to Iowa City. The council will also consider an agreement with Paul Moore for Golfview Avenue improvements. The meeting is conducted electronically due to COVID-19.

• Resolution 21-11: Adopt FY2021-2022 budget with $2,552,191 in revenues and $2,525,507 in expenditures; tax levy rate 11.69084 per $1,000 valuation
• Resolution 21-12: Agreement with University of Iowa and Newbury Development for The James on Melrose, including gateway sign, farmers market, property conveyance, and fee reimbursement
• Resolution 21-13: 28E Agreement with Iowa City for property tax revenue sharing (53% University Heights / 47% Iowa City for 40 years, then 50/50 in perpetuity)
• Resolution 21-14: Sever approximately 3.61 acres near Finkbine Commuter Drive and Melrose Avenue, conditioned on Iowa City rezoning and state board approval
• Resolution 21-15: Agreement with Paul Moore for $30,000 contribution toward Golfview Avenue improvements and accessible parking license

The City Council unanimously adopted the FY22 budget and approved several agreements, including a deal with the University of Iowa and Newbury Development for The James on Melrose, a 28E agreement with Iowa City for property severance and annexation, and a related land severance. It also approved an agreement with Paul and Janet Moore for public improvements on Golfview Avenue. No public comments were made during the budget hearing.

• Adopted Resolution 21-11, the FY22 budget.
• Approved Resolution 21-12, an agreement with the University of Iowa and Newbury Development for The James on Melrose.
• Approved Resolution 21-13, a 28E agreement with Iowa City for property severance and annexation.
• Approved Resolution 21-14, severing ~3.61 acres near Finkbine Commuter Drive and Melrose Avenue, conditioned on the 28E agreement and state approval.
• Approved Resolution 21-15, an agreement with Paul and Janet Moore for Golfview Avenue improvements.

City Council

The University Heights City Council will meet electronically to consider several resolutions, including appointing Police Chief Troy Kelsay to the One University Place Condominium Owners Association boards, accepting the Olive Court Improvement Project, and awarding a contract for the Golfview Avenue Improvement Project. The council will also hear reports from the mayor, city attorney, clerk, treasurer, and committees, and discuss the Finkbine Redevelopment (now 'The James') and a potential boundary severance to Iowa City.

• Resolution 21-08 appointing Police Chief Troy Kelsay to OUP Condominium Owners Association boards
• Resolution 21-09 accepting Olive Court Improvement Project
• Resolution 21-10 accepting bid and awarding contract for Golfview Avenue Improvement Project
• Discussion of Finkbine Redevelopment ('The James') and potential severance to Iowa City
• February revenue $33,354.36; total bank balances $913,193.41

The City Council approved Resolution 21-09 accepting the Olive Court Improvements Project and Resolution 21-10 accepting a bid and awarding a contract for the Golfview Avenue Improvements Project. The council also approved Resolution 21-08 appointing Police Chief Troy Kelsay as the city's representative to the One University Place Condominium Owners Association board, with two members abstaining due to conflicts of interest. A public hearing was set for April 13, 2021, regarding a nuisance animal. All bills were approved for payment.

• Approved Resolution 21-08 appointing Troy Kelsay as city representative to the One University Place Condominium Owners Association board (3-0, 2 abstentions).
• Approved Resolution 21-09 accepting the Olive Court Improvements Project (5-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-10 accepting a bid and awarding a contract for the Golfview Avenue Improvements Project (5-0).
• Set a public hearing for April 13, 2021, on a nuisance animal matter (5-0).
• Approved all bills for payment by unanimous consent.

City Council

The University Heights City Council is holding a public hearing and considering resolutions to approve the maximum property tax dollars for the FY2021-2022 budget, set a public hearing for the full budget, and endorse a Sunset Street pavement and pedestrian improvement project. The proposed tax levy is $830,495, a 2.66% increase from the current year, with a tax rate of $10.30295 per $1,000 of assessed value.

• Public hearing on proposed FY2021-2022 property tax levy of $830,495 (2.66% increase)
• Resolution 21-05: Approving total maximum property tax dollars for FY2021-2022
• Resolution 21-06: Setting public hearing for March 23, 2021 on FY2021-2022 budget
• Resolution 21-07: Endorsing Sunset Street Pavement Repair and Pedestrian Improvements Project
• Sunset Street project includes panel replacement, ADA curb ramps, and storm sewer intakes; total cost $481,000 with $336,000 STBG grant request

The City Council held a public hearing with no public comment, then unanimously approved Resolution No. 21-05 setting the total maximum property tax dollars for fiscal year 2021-2022. They also set a public hearing for March 23, 2021, on the budget and endorsed the Sunset Street Pavement Repair and Pedestrian Improvements Project.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-05: total maximum property tax dollars for FY 2021-2022 (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution No. 21-06: set public hearing for March 23, 2021, 7:00 p.m., on FY 2021-2022 budget (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution No. 21-07: endorsed Sunset Street Pavement Repair and Pedestrian Improvements Project (unanimous).

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Golfview Avenue Improvements Project. The council also plans to appoint a new member to fill a Council Member vacancy.

• Public hearing for 21 Golfview Ave. Improvements Project
• Consideration of Resolution No. 21-04 to appoint a Council Member
• Consider Resolution 21-03 regarding plans and contracts for Golfview Avenue Improvements
• Consider Pay Application #4 for the 2020 Olive Court Improvements Project
• Discussion of FY22 Budget

The City Council appointed Nick Herbold to fill a vacant council seat and approved the plans and specifications for the 2021 Golfview Avenue Improvements project. The council also directed the city accountant to prepare notice for a public hearing on the proposed FY22 maximum tax levy. All votes were unanimous.

• Appointed Nick Herbold to vacant City Council seat (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-04 appointing Nick Herbold (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-03 for 2021 Golfview Avenue Improvements project (5-0)
• Directed Steve Kuhl to complete notice for March 2 public hearing on FY22 maximum tax levy (5-0)
• Approved all bills for payment by unanimous consent

City Council

The City Council will consider Resolution No. 21-02 to adjust University Heights Police Department officer compensation. The resolution proposes that the City cover increased health insurance costs so employees' monthly family coverage payments remain at 2020 levels.

• Resolution No. 21-02 regarding UHPD officer compensation and health insurance premiums
• Approval of payment for Derecho and City work completed by Russ Boyer

The University Heights City Council held a special meeting electronically due to COVID-19. They approved Resolution No. 21-02, adjusting UHPD compensation in light of changes to health insurance premiums, and approved warrants for derecho clean-up and city maintenance totaling $1,320. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-02, adjusting UHPD compensation (unanimous)
• Approved warrants for derecho clean-up and city maintenance totaling $1,320 (unanimous)

City Council

The University Heights City Council is meeting electronically to handle routine business, including ratifying the mayor's appointments to the Zoning Commission, Board of Adjustment, and Tree Board, and receiving reports from staff and committees. The council will also discuss the process for filling a vacant council seat and receive an update on the Finkbine redevelopment project. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions on the agenda.

• Resolution No. 21-01 ratifying appointments of Mary Panther (Zoning Commission), Stepheny Gahn (Board of Adjustment), and Lisa Haverkamp (Tree Board) to terms ending 12/31/2025
• Discussion of process to fill City Council vacancy left by Casey Cook's resignation, with appointment vote scheduled for February 9, 2021
• Update on Finkbine redevelopment, including property severance and annexation into Iowa City, revenue sharing agreement, and rezoning
• December 2020 revenue of $40,045.99 and total bank balances of $1,059,986.33
• Rental inspection findings at multiple properties, including 21 Highland, 27 Leamer, and 217 Mahasha