North Liberty public meetings in 2021

Library Board

The North Liberty Community Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve November minutes and hear various reports. The agenda includes a review of the Sex Offender Policy and updates on the budget, director, and staff.

• Approval of November meeting minutes
• Review of Sex Offender Policy
• Budget report
• Staff and Director reports

The North Liberty Library Board approved the Sex Offender Policy and the November meeting minutes by voice vote. The board also decided to keep library doors closed to the Rec Center during upcoming basketball tournaments due to mask non-compliance. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Sex Offender Policy (voice vote)
• Closed library doors to Rec Center during upcoming tournaments for safety

City Council

The City Council will consider a rezoning request for the Bowman Property LLC site. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding proposed voting precinct amendments and an urban renewal plan amendment. Additionally, the council will review several project contracts and funding agreements.

• Rezoning of property at W Forevergreen Rd and S Kansas Ave
• Public hearing on proposed voting precinct amendments
• Contract acceptance for Dubuque Street Phase 1 Improvements Project
• Vehicle purchase agreement with East Orchard Mesa Fire Department
• Participation in the National Opioid Settlement

The North Liberty City Council approved the first, second, and third considerations of Ordinance 2021-19, amending voting precincts, and adopted it unanimously. They also approved the second consideration of Ordinance 2021-18, rezoning the Bowman Property at West Forevergreen Road and South Kansas Avenue to multiple residential and commercial districts. The council approved resolutions for the Dubuque Street Phase 1 project, an urban renewal plan amendment, a swimming pool loan agreement, and several other items including an employee handbook update and a collective bargaining agreement. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-19 amending voting precincts (5-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2021-18 rezoning Bowman Property (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-124 accepting bid and authorizing contract for Dubuque Street Phase 1 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-121 declaring necessity and establishing urban renewal area (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-123 for General Obligation Swimming Pool Loan Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-127 updating Employee Handbook (5-0)
• Ratified Collective Bargaining Agreement with Local 2003 IUPAT (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-130 opting into National Opioid Settlement (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request by Watts Group Development, Inc. The proposal seeks to change 3.69 acres from RS-6 Single-Unit Residence District to RD-10 Two-Unit Residence District.

• Rezoning of 3.69 acres near Denison Avenue and Brook Ridge Avenue

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to accept findings and forward a zoning map amendment to the City Council with a recommendation for approval. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 10, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Forwarded zoning map amendment to City Council with approval recommendation (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 10, 2021 meeting (all ayes)

Parks & Recreation Commission

This agenda consists of procedural items and departmental reports. The commission will review updates from Parks and Recreation/Pool and approve minutes from October 7 and November 4, 2021.

• Approval of October 7, 2021 and November 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the October 7 and November 4, 2021 minutes. No new or old business was discussed, and no substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals. The meeting focused on staff reports about ongoing projects, including the pool heater installation, Centennial Park Loop Road closure, and Forevergreen Road trail walkthrough.

• Approved October 7, 2021 minutes (moved by Gwen Johnson, seconded by Kevin Stibel)
• Approved November 4, 2021 minutes (moved by Gwen Johnson, seconded by Kevin Stibel)

City Council

The City Council will discuss FY 23 budget goals and the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding the rezoning of property at West Forevergreen Road and South Kansas Avenue.

• Rezoning of 109.43 acres at West Forevergreen Road and South Kansas Avenue
• Ranshaw Way Phase 5 Project pay application for $714,292.21
• Aquatic Center Pool Heater Replacement pay application for $109,521.11
• Public hearing and approval of Dubuque Street Phase 1 Project plans
• Resolution to proceed with the Commercial Drive Extension Project

The North Liberty City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance rezoning 109.43 acres near Forevergreen Road and Kansas Boulevard, with an amendment changing zoning on the northwest seven lots from RS-4 to RM-8. The council also approved consent agenda items including change orders and pay applications for the Ranshaw Way and Dubuque Street projects, and approved resolutions for the Jones Boulevard agreement, urban renewal reports and appropriations, a housing rehabilitation grant, delinquent assessments, a swimming pool loan hearing, and the Commercial Drive Extension project. The meeting included a budget work session and a proclamation for Small Business Saturday.

• Approved the agenda and consent agenda, including change order #6 and pay applications for Ranshaw Way and the Aquatic Center.
• Approved moving forward with precinct plan E for reprecincting.
• Approved first reading of rezoning ordinance for 109.43 acres, with an amendment changing zoning on seven lots from RS-4 to RM-8.
• Approved Resolution 2021-109 for the Jones Boulevard agreement with Shive-Hattery.
• Approved and submitted the FY 21 Annual Urban Renewal Report.
• Accepted the FY 21 Annual Financial Report.
• Approved Resolutions 2021-110, 2021-111, and 2021-112 for annual appropriations for TIF obligations.
• Approved Resolutions 2021-113 through 2021-119 for the Dubuque Street project, housing grant, assessments, pool loan hearing, and Commercial Drive extension.

Library Board

The North Liberty Community Library Board will review the Art Display and Library Conduct policies. The agenda also includes reports on the budget, director, and staff. Additionally, the board will address the Meeting Room Use Policy.

• Art Display Policy review
• Library Conduct Policy review
• Meeting Room Use Policy review
• Budget report
• Approval of October minutes

The North Liberty Library Board approved three policy updates: the Art Display Policy, a revised Library Conduct Policy removing 'Bodily hygiene or' from the unsafe/disturbing section, and an amended Meeting Room Use Policy aligning with Iowa Code. The board also received reports on grants awarded, including $3,000 from ALA and $5,250 from the Community Foundation of Johnson County, and noted the FY23 budget proposal with a 5% increase. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Art Display Policy (voice vote)
• Approved Library Conduct Policy amendment removing 'Bodily hygiene or' (voice vote)
• Approved Meeting Room Use Policy amendment per city attorney (voice vote)
• Approved October meeting minutes (voice vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning map amendment by Bowman Property, LLC. This proposal involves rezoning 109.43 acres to various residential and commercial districts. The commission will also consider an amendment to the North Liberty Urban Renewal Area.

• Rezoning of 109.43 acres at West Forevergreen Road and South Kansas Avenue
• Amendment to the North Liberty Urban Renewal Area

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a zoning map amendment to the City Council, with conditions including a 20-foot landscape buffer along South Kansas Avenue and West Forevergreen Road. The vote was unanimous (6-0, with one absent). The Commission also recommended approval of an Urban Renewal Area Amendment Plan to include City Hall and N. Jones Boulevard projects, allowing future borrowing. The minutes of the September 7, 2021 meeting were approved.

• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment (6-0, Staber absent)
• Recommended approval of Urban Renewal Area Amendment Plan (6-0, Staber absent)
• Approved minutes of September 7, 2021 meeting (all ayes)

Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board

The board will review several tree-related reports, including MidAmerican and Tree City USA grant applications. Members will also discuss the DNR MS4 inspection report and salt usage on driveways and sidewalks.

• MidAmerican 2022 Trees Please Grant Application
• Tree City USA 2021 Application
• IDNR Community Forestry tree planting and grant funding
• DNR MS4 inspection report
• Salt usage on driveways and sidewalks

The Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board discussed plans to apply for the MidAmerican Trees Please Grant 2022 and Tree City USA designation, both due December 30. The Iowa DNR audited the city's stormwater permit and found no violations. The board also noted that the city is treating about 150 ash trees for Emerald Ash Borer. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved minutes from July 14, 2021 meeting
• Discussed applying for MidAmerican Trees Please Grant 2022 (due Dec 30)
• Discussed applying for Tree City USA designation (due Dec 30)
• Noted Iowa DNR stormwater permit audit found no violations
• Noted city treating ~150 ash trees for Emerald Ash Borer
• Adjourned meeting

City Council

The North Liberty City Council will discuss the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds and review urban renewal amendments. The council is also scheduled to consider resolutions regarding a communications tower at 1302 Progress Street and development in Mickelson Second Addition. Additionally, the meeting includes votes on ordinances for snowmobile usage and criminal penalties.

• Snowmobile ordinance amendments and route map adoption
• Communications tower installation at 1302 Progress Street
• Use of American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Ranshaw Way Phase 5 change order for $59,274.71
• Criminal penalty ordinance amendments

The North Liberty City Council approved the consent agenda, including several liquor licenses, a change order and pay applications for construction projects, and the FY21 Street Finance Report. They also approved resolutions for an urban renewal plan amendment, a US Cellular communications tower, a services agreement for the Jones Boulevard project, a developer's agreement for Mickelson Second Addition, and designated seven banks as public fund depositories. The council adopted ordinances permitting snowmobiles within city limits and amending the standard criminal penalty, along with a map of snowmobile routes. All votes were unanimous among the three councilors present, with two councilors absent.

• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewals and construction pay applications (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-103 setting date for Urban Renewal Plan Amendment (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-104 for US Cellular communications tower at 1302 Progress Street (3-0)
• Approved support for county conditional use permit at 2757 Kansas Avenue (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-105 for Jones Boulevard services agreement with Shive-Hattery (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-106 for Mickelson Second Addition developer's agreement (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-16 permitting snowmobiles and Resolution 2021-108 adopting snowmobile routes (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-17 amending standard criminal penalty (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will welcome newest board member Gwen Johnson and approve minutes from October 7, 2021. The agenda includes updates on parks and recreation/pool status, but no specific new or old business items are listed.

• Welcome newest board member Gwen Johnson
• Approval of October 7, 2021 minutes
• Parks and Recreation/Pool reports

The Parks and Recreation Commission met on November 4, 2021, and received reports on park maintenance, recreation programs, and facility updates. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational, with the board approving the previous meeting's minutes and adjourning.

• Approved October 7, 2021 minutes with correction (Shannon Greene attendance) (motion by Richard Grugin, second by Kevin Stibal)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Gwen Johnson, second by Amy Chen)

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to the city's snowmobile and criminal penalty ordinances. The agenda also includes reviews of stormwater management agreements with the Iowa City Community School District and a new on-demand transportation services agreement.

• Ordinance 2021-16 regarding snowmobile use within city limits
• Ordinance 2021-17 regarding criminal penalty amendments
• $1,343,923.42 pay application for Ranshaw Way Phase 5 Improvements
• Stormwater management agreements with Iowa City Community School District
• Agreement for on-demand transportation services

The North Liberty City Council approved several items, including agreements for stormwater management with the Iowa City Community School District, an on-demand transportation services agreement, and the second consideration of ordinances on snowmobile use and criminal penalties. The meeting also included a consent agenda with various payments and license renewals, and reports from city staff.

• Approved consent agenda including claims, liquor license renewals, and pay applications (all ayes)
• Approved Resolution 2021-100 for stormwater agreement with ICCSD for North Corridor School Addition (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-101 for stormwater agreement with ICCSD for Christine Grant Elementary (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-102 for on-demand transportation services with DS Enterprises and Yellow Transport IC (5-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2021-16 amending snowmobile use in city limits (5-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2021-17 amending criminal penalty standard (5-0)

Library Board

The North Liberty Community Library Board of Trustees will meet to conduct a policy review and receive several reports. The agenda also includes the approval of September minutes.

• Review of Meeting Rooms Use Policy
• Approval of September minutes
• Budget report
• Staff introduction

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees approved an updated Meeting Rooms Use Policy that adds language asserting the library is not neutral with respect to social justice, but positively affirms that all people are treated fairly and equally. The board also approved the September meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports from staff and the director.

• Approved updated Meeting Rooms Use Policy with social justice language (voice vote)
• Approved September meeting minutes (voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding changes to criminal penalty amounts and snowmobile use within city limits. The council will also review a resolution for easement purchases related to the Dubuque Street Phase One Project.

• Centennial Park Loop Road Project change order ($10,019.00) and pay application ($158,241.50)
• Purchase of temporary construction easement for Dubuque Street Phase One Project
• Public hearing on amending criminal penalty amounts in the city code
• Second consideration of ordinance regarding snowmobile use within city limits
• Liquor license renewals for Sobremesa and Mirabito’s

The Council tabled the second consideration of Ordinance 2021-16, which would amend snowmobile use rules, and directed staff to work with the Snow Drifters club to bring back a new proposal. They also approved a temporary construction easement for the Dubuque Street Phase One Project, the first consideration of a criminal penalty ordinance amendment, and several board and commission appointments.

• Approved the agenda and consent agenda, including claims and liquor license renewals.
• Approved Resolution 2021-99 for a temporary construction easement for the Dubuque Street Phase One Project.
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2021-17 amending the standard criminal penalty.
• Tabled second consideration of Ordinance 2021-16 on snowmobile use, with direction to work with the club.
• Confirmed appointments: Janet Norton (Board of Adjustment), Brandi Campbell (Communications Commission), Gwen Johnson (Parks and Recreation Board), Brian Vincent (Planning and Zoning Commission).

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will receive updates on parks and pool operations. The agenda also includes discussion regarding a candidate for a board vacancy to be approved by the City Council.

• Approval of September 2, 2021 minutes
• Parks and Recreation/Pool reports
• Board vacancy candidate update

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting on October 7, 2021, was primarily informational, with no formal votes or decisions taken. Staff reported on ongoing projects, including the Centennial Park loop road paving starting next week, the pool heater replacement project closing the pool until late October or early November, and the tennis court project nearing completion. The commission also discussed a board vacancy to be filled at the October city council meeting.

• Approved minutes from September 2, 2021 (motion by Kevin Stibal, second by Jeremy Parrish)
• No new business was brought before the commission
• Board vacancy appointment to be made at October city council meeting
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Jeremy Parrish, second by Amy Chen)

City Council

The North Liberty City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to snowmobile use within city limits. The council is also scheduled for the third consideration and adoption of a hate crime ordinance. Additionally, the agenda includes agreements for the Vintage Estates development and electric transmission line construction.

• Public hearing regarding amendments to snowmobile use in city limits
• Third consideration and adoption of Hate Crime Ordinance Number 2021-15
• Ranshaw Way Phase 5 change order for $21,353.99
• Agreements with Harvest Investments, LLC regarding Vintage Estates
• Electric facilities construction agreement for a new transmission line

The North Liberty City Council approved the third and final consideration of Ordinance 2021-15, amending Chapter 42 of the city code, effectively adopting a hate crime ordinance. The council also approved the first consideration of Ordinance 2021-16, which would amend snowmobile use rules, with a public hearing scheduled for the next meeting. Several resolutions were passed, including those for stormwater maintenance, public access agreements, and a transmission line agreement with Central Iowa Power Cooperative.

• Adopted hate crime ordinance (Ordinance 2021-15) (4-0)
• Approved first consideration of snowmobile ordinance (Ordinance 2021-16) (4-0)
• Approved reimbursement resolution (Resolution 2021-93) (4-0)
• Approved stormwater maintenance agreement for Vintage Estates (Resolution 2021-94) (4-0)
• Approved public access and utility inspection agreement for Vintage Estates (Resolution 2021-95) (4-0)
• Accepted warranty deed for right of way from Harvest Investments (Resolution 2021-96) (4-0)
• Approved electric facilities construction agreement with CIPCO (Resolution 2021-97) (4-0)
• Approved 28E agreement with Tiffin for transmission line costs (Resolution 2021-98) (4-0)

Library Board

The North Liberty Community Library Board of Trustees will review August meeting minutes and receive various reports, including updates on the budget, director, and staff. The board is also scheduled to conduct a review of the Collection Development Policy.

• Approval of August meeting minutes
• Collection Development Policy review
• Reconsideration of Materials Request Form review
• Budget report

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed hate crime ordinance amendment. The agenda also includes a real estate purchase from Interstate Power and Light and a services agreement for comprehensive planning.

• Public hearing regarding proposed Hate Crime Ordinance amendment
• Real estate purchase offer between the City and Interstate Power and Light
• Services agreement with RDG for Comprehensive Planning Services
• Settlement agreement for Dubuque Street, Phase 1 Project
• $130,886.94 pay application for Ranshaw House Phase 2

The North Liberty City Council approved the preliminary plat for The Evermore Part Two, a new subdivision, and adopted a policy governing proclamations. It also approved several resolutions, including a property purchase from Interstate Power and Light, a comprehensive planning services agreement with RDG, and a settlement agreement with North Liberty Clinic of Chiropractic. The council passed the second consideration of a hate crime ordinance amendment and adopted an ordinance updating recordation requirements for final subdivision plats.

• Approved preliminary plat for The Evermore Part Two (5-0)
• Approved Proclamations Policy (5-0)
• Approved assessment of delinquent amounts to property taxes (5-0)
• Approved property purchase from Interstate Power and Light (5-0)
• Approved comprehensive planning services agreement with RDG (5-0)
• Approved settlement agreement with North Liberty Clinic of Chiropractic (5-0)
• Passed second consideration of hate crime ordinance amendment (5-0)
• Adopted recordation ordinance for final subdivision plats (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary plat for a 10-lot subdivision on 53.94 acres. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the Johnson County Livable Community for Successful Aging.

• Preliminary plat for a 10-lot subdivision at West Forevergreen Road and South Jasper Avenue
• Presentation by Jeff Kelbach on Johnson County Livable Community for Successful Aging

The Planning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend approval of a preliminary plat for a 10-lot subdivision on 53.94 acres at the northwest corner of West Forevergreen Road and South Jasper Avenue, forwarding it to the City Council with a recommendation for approval. The commission also approved the agenda and the minutes from the August 3, 2021 meeting. A presentation on Johnson County's Livable Community for Successful Aging was given, and staff noted they had narrowed consultant choices to RDG.

• Approved the agenda unanimously.
• Recommended approval of the 10-lot preliminary plat for Ders 380 LLC to the City Council (4-0).
• Approved the minutes of the August 3, 2021 Planning Commission meeting.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:58 p.m.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review parks and recreation reports and address a board vacancy. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from August 5, 2021.

• Board vacancy
• Approval of August 5, 2021 minutes
• Parks report
• Recreation/Pool report

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the minutes of its previous meeting. Staff reported that the Centennial Park project has begun, with road and seed work planned for fall 2021 and full completion by spring 2022, and the Forevergreen Road Trail project will start shortly. The commission also heard that a derecho grant was awarded for tree planting, and that the tennis court is behind schedule due to COVID-19 but the ice rink will open this season. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved the minutes of the previous meeting (moved by Marcia Zeimer, seconded by Craig Sundell).
• Heard that Centennial Park project began, with road and seed in fall 2021 and full completion by spring 2022.
• Heard that Forevergreen Road Trail project will begin shortly.
• Heard that 10 new trash receptacles were placed between Penn Street and Forevergreen, funded by a $5,000 donation from Tom White.
• Heard that a derecho grant was awarded for tree planting, with an October 2 meeting to represent the project.
• Heard that the tennis court is behind schedule due to COVID-19, but the ice rink will open this season.
• Heard that the board vacancy will be advertised to fill Craig Sundell's term after his move to Texas.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the annexation of the Bowman and Rarick properties into North Liberty. The council will also consider a hate crime ordinance amendment and a rezoning for property at Highway 965 and 240th Street to change its use to a commercial district. Additionally, the meeting includes discussion on ARPA funding and developer agreements.

• Rezoning of property at Highway 965 and 240th Street to C-2A Highway Commercial District
• Public hearings for Bowman and Rarick property annexations
• First consideration of Hate Crime Ordinance amendment (Ordinance 2021-15)
• Developer’s Agreement for Greenbelt Trail Subdivision Part Two
• $830,755.54 pay application for Ranshaw Way Phase 5 Project

The North Liberty City Council approved two property annexations (Bowman and Rarick), a developer's agreement for the Greenbelt Trail Subdivision Part Two, an amendment to the hate crime ordinance, and a rezoning for property at Highway 965 and 240th Street. The council also discussed ARPA funding allocation and heard a public comment about dirt bike ordinance enforcement.

• Approved Resolution 2021-84 for Bowman property annexation (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-85 for Rarick property annexation (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-86 for Greenbelt Trail Subdivision Part Two developer's agreement (4-0)
• Amended Chapter 42 to add 'Bias-Motivated Hate Crime' language (4-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2021-15 amending Chapter 42 (4-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2021-14 on recordation requirements (4-0)
• Approved rezoning at southwest corner of Highway 965 and 240th Street to C-2A Highway Commercial (4-0)

Library Board

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular session to approve June minutes and hear various reports. The agenda also includes a training presentation by the Library Director titled "The Resilience of Libraries."

• Approval of June minutes
• Budget, Friends, and Director reports
• Training presentation: "The Resilience of Libraries"

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees met virtually and approved the June meeting minutes. They elected officers for the upcoming term: Jessica Beck as President, Laura Hefley as Vice President, and Scott Clemons as Secretary. The board deferred the Library Director's training presentation until an in-person meeting and received reports on budget, Friends, and director activities, including mask mandates and new hires.

• Approved June meeting minutes by voice vote
• Elected officers: President Jessica Beck, Vice President Laura Hefley, Secretary Scott Clemons (voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will consider an amendment to the Urban Renewal Plan and applications for CDBG Housing Sustainability Grant funds. The agenda also includes discussions on a hate crime ordinance and property disposals at 5 E. Cherry Street and Lot C, Beaver Kreek Third Addition.

• Urban Renewal Plan Amendment (Resolution 2021-79)
• Rezoning of property at Highway 965 and 240th Street (Ordinance 2021-13)
• CDBG Housing Sustainability Grant application
• Disposal of property at 5 E. Cherry Street
• City Hall Project services agreement amendment with Shive-Hattery, Inc.

The North Liberty City Council approved resolutions to apply for $207,495 in federal CDBG funds for housing rehabilitation, awarded a technical services contract, and approved several other items including site plans, property sales, and a City Hall services agreement. All votes were unanimous. The council also discussed a potential hate crime ordinance and approved first consideration of a recordation ordinance amendment.

• Approved Resolution 2021-76 awarding CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Technical Services Contract (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-77 authorizing submission of CDBG Housing Sustainability Program application for $207,495 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-78 approving site plan for Lot 24, Corridor Commercial Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-79 declaring necessity and establishing Urban Renewal Area (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-80 accepting purchase offer for 5 E. Cherry Street (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-81 accepting purchase offer for Lot C, Beaver Kreek Third Addition (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-82 approving Services Agreement Amendment with Shive-Hattery for City Hall Project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-83 approving Developer's Agreement for The Preserve Part Two A (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The North Liberty Parks & Recreation Commission meeting on August 5, 2021, consists of procedural items. The agenda includes reviewing departmental reports and approving the July 1, 2021, meeting minutes.

• Approval of July 1, 2021, minutes
• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting on August 5, 2021, was primarily informational, with no formal votes or decisions taken. Staff provided updates on various projects, including the Forevergreen Trail (under budget at $99,760), tennis court resurfacing and pickleball conversion, and pool heater installation. The commission also discussed water quality issues at the pool and vandalism at Centennial Park.

• Approved minutes of July 1, 2021 (motion by Kevin Stibal, second by Marcia Ziemer)
• No other formal decisions or votes were recorded

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan request for a new dental office on Jordan Street. The commission will also review a request to amend the North Liberty Urban Renewal Area.

• Site Plan for a new dental office on .66 acres east of Jordan Street
• Amendment to the North Liberty Urban Renewal Area

The North Liberty Planning Commission approved the agenda and unanimously recommended approval of a site plan for a new dental office on Jordan Street to the City Council. They also unanimously recommended an Urban Renewal Area amendment to include Saint Andrews Drive for future development, enabling tax increment financing. The commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed old and new business, including a resignation and upcoming planning efforts.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Recommended approval of Solum Lang Architects site plan for dental office (all ayes)
• Recommended approval of Urban Renewal Area amendment for Saint Andrews Drive (all ayes)
• Approved minutes of July 6, 2021 meeting (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will consider rezoning property at Highway 965 and 240th Street for highway commercial use. The council also plans to adopt an agricultural experience ordinance and hold a public hearing regarding Centennial Park Loop Road. Additionally, the agenda includes bond sale authorization and utility extension payments.

• Rezoning of SW corner of Highway 965 and 240th Street to C-2A Highway Commercial District
• Adoption of Ag Experience Ordinance regarding agricultural and livestock uses
• Public hearing for Centennial Park Loop Road plans and contracts
• $233,609.42 payment for SW Growth Area Water and Sewer Extensions
• Authorization of the 2021A Bond Sale

The North Liberty City Council approved several resolutions, including the 2021A General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds and the Centennial Park Loop Road project bid. It also passed the first consideration of a rezoning for JT Properties and adopted the Ag Experience Ordinance. A hate crime ordinance was discussed but not adopted; the council agreed to gather data first.

• Approved Resolution 2021-70 supporting Better Together 2030 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-71 authorizing 2021A bond sale and loan agreement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-72 confirming Centennial Park Loop Road plans (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-73 accepting bid for Centennial Park Loop Drive improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-74 for Cedar Springs lighting ROW agreement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-75 for stormwater maintenance agreement at T&R Subdivision (5-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2021-13 rezoning at Hwy 965 and 240th St to C-2A (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-12 on agricultural uses and ag experience (5-0)

Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board

The Tree and Stormwater Advisory Board met July 14, 2021, and approved new board positions for the upcoming fiscal year, with Abdouramane Bila as Chair, Michael Burrill as Vice Chair, and Kevin McGrane as Secretary. The board welcomed new member Doris Vaske. Updates were provided on the planting of 15 trees from a $1,000 MidAmerican Trees Please Grant at Red Fern Dog Park, and on the continued availability of mulch from derecho-damaged trees. The board discussed the stormwater cost-share program for public projects, an upcoming stormwater tour at Centennial Park on August 28, and a fish kill at Broadmoor Estates pond attributed to low oxygen levels, with plans to explore a diffuser system.

• Approved board positions for the upcoming fiscal year: Chair Abdouramane Bila, Vice Chair Michael Burrill, Secretary Kevin McGrane
• Welcomed new board member Doris Vaske
• Noted the planting of 5 Red Oak, 5 White Oak, and 5 Red Maple trees at Red Fern Dog Park from a $1,000 grant
• Discussed securing the same grant for 2022
• Discussed the stormwater cost-share program for public runoff-reduction projects
• Discussed the August 28 stormwater tour at Centennial Park
• Discussed a fish kill at Broadmoor Estates pond due to low oxygen, with plans to obtain quotes for a diffuser system

City Council

The North Liberty City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including the final plat for The Preserve – Part Five, a site plan for T&R Subdivision, a contract for the Forevergreen Road Trail Project, and the sale of General Obligation Bonds Series 2021A. They also approved the second consideration of an ordinance amending agricultural and livestock uses, and authorized easements and relocation assistance for the Dubuque Street Phase One Project. All votes were unanimous with no nays.

• Approved Resolution 2021-63 for The Preserve – Part Five final plat and improvements
• Approved Resolution 2021-64 for T&R Subdivision site plan
• Approved Resolution 2021-65 accepting bid for Forevergreen Road Trail Project
• Approved Resolution 2021-66 for 2021A bond sale
• Approved Resolution 2021-67 setting public hearing for Urban Renewal Amendment
• Approved Resolutions 2021-68 and 2021-69 for Dubuque Street easements and relocation assistance
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2021-12 amending agricultural uses
• Affirmed appointment of Heidi Wood to Library Board

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request to change 1.72 acres from I-1 Light Industrial to C-2-A Highway Commercial District. The commission will also review a site plan for building additions and new construction at 900 West Penn Street.

• Rezoning of 1.72 acres at the southwest corner of Highway 965 and 240th Street
• Site plan for building addition and infrastructure at 900 West Penn Street
• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson

The Planning Commission voted to forward the Liberty Door site plan to the City Council with a recommendation for approval, accepting staff findings that the project is consistent with the I-1 Light Industrial District and city code. The Commission also recommended approval of a city-initiated zoning map amendment for 1.72 acres at 625 240th St from I-1 to C-2-A Highway Commercial, citing consistency with the Comprehensive Plan. Both motions passed unanimously with no public comments.

• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously.
• Elected Rebecca Keogh as Chairperson and Joesy Bathke as Vice-Chairperson.
• Recommended approval of the Liberty Door site plan (13,045 sq ft addition, 12,000 sq ft standalone building) to the City Council.
• Recommended approval of the zoning map amendment for 625 240th St from I-1 to C-2-A to the City Council.
• Approved the minutes of the June 1, 2021 meeting.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:50 p.m.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The North Liberty Parks & Recreation Commission will welcome two new board members and one renewing member. The meeting includes reports on parks and recreation/pool operations.

• Welcome new board members Amy Chen and Kevin Stibal
• Renewal of Craig Sundell's term
• Appointment of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary positions
• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the minutes from June 3, 2021, and appointed board positions, with Richard Grugin as Chair, Shannon Greene as Vice Chair, and Amy Chen as Secretary. The Parks Director reported that the tennis court renovations will begin in late July, replacing two tennis courts with six pickleball courts, and that the Ranshaw House paint issues will be fixed by the contractor. The pool heater project bid was accepted, and the splash pad controller will be repaired over the weekend.

• Approved minutes from June 3, 2021
• Appointed Richard Grugin as Chair
• Appointed Shannon Greene as Vice Chair
• Appointed Amy Chen as Secretary
• Accepted bid for pool heater project
• Scheduled tennis court renovations to begin late July

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to increase water service charges and review various rezoning requests. The agenda also includes public hearings for the Forevergreen Road Trail Project and an Ag Experience Ordinance amendment.

• Ordinance to increase water service charges
• Public hearing for Forevergreen Road Trail Project
• First consideration of Ag Experience Ordinance amendments
• Rezoning request for property on south Kansas Avenue
• Southwest Area Growth Utilities pay application for $213,490.79

The North Liberty City Council overrode Mayor Donahue's veto of Ordinance 2020-06, which updates the animal control code concerning livestock within city limits. The council also approved the third and final consideration of Ordinance 2021-09, increasing water rates. Several other items were approved, including the Forevergreen Road Trail Project, a site plan for Hope Evangelical Church, and multiple rezoning requests.

• Overrode the Mayor's veto of Ordinance 2020-06, updating the animal control code concerning livestock (4-1, Pollock dissenting).
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-09, increasing water rates (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 2021-54 and 2021-55 for the Forevergreen Road Trail Project, including plans and a temporary construction easement (unanimous).
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2021-12, amending the Ag Experience ordinance (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 2021-56, the development site plan for Hope Evangelical Church at 420 N. Front Street (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 2021-57, authorizing city employee salaries and wages for FY 2021-22 (unanimous).
• Approved Resolutions 2021-58 and 2021-59 for the Dubuque Street Phase One Project, including easements and right-of-way (unanimous).
• Approved Resolutions 2021-60 and 2021-61 for Progress Park, including a preliminary/final plat and a site plan for Scooters Coffee (unanimous).

Library Board

The Library Board will review the Internet & Technology Policy. The meeting also includes budget, director, and staff reports, as well as the approval of May minutes.

• Internet & Technology Policy review
• Approval of May minutes
• Budget report
• Director report
• Staff introduction and reports

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to increase charges for water service. The agenda also includes rezoning requests for properties on south Kansas Avenue and Community Drive, as well as a public hearing regarding a bond sale.

• Ordinance to increase water service rates
• Rezoning request for property on south Kansas Avenue
• Rezoning request for property on Community Drive
• Purchase of easements for the Dubuque Street Phase One Project
• $73,336.63 pay application for Aquatic HVAC Replacement Project

The North Liberty City Council approved a $406,000 contract with Tricon General Construction for the Aquatic Center Pool Water Heater Replacement Project. They also approved the annexation of property, a bond sale resolution, a water rate increase, and three rezoning requests. All votes were unanimous among the four councilors present, with one absent.

• Approved Resolution 2021-50 annexing property to the city (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-51 accepting $406,000 bid from Tricon General Construction for pool water heater replacement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-52 purchasing temporary construction and public easements for Dubuque Street Phase One Project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-53 taking additional action on general obligation loan agreements and combining loan agreements (4-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2021-09 increasing water rates (4-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2021-10 rezoning property on south Kansas Avenue to O/RP Office and Research Park District (4-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2021-11 rezoning property on Community Drive to C-2A PAD Highway Commercial District (4-0)
• Approved mayoral appointments to various boards and commissions (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review reports regarding parks and the recreation pool. The meeting also addresses upcoming board vacancies following three term expirations at the end of June.

• Approval of May 6, 2021 minutes
• Parks and Recreation/Pool reports
• Discussion of expiring board terms

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the May 6, 2021 minutes with a correction, and received reports on park and pool operations. No formal policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational.

• Approved May 6, 2021 minutes with correction to 'Forevergreen Trail' (motion by Ziemer, second by Grugin)
• Noted low bid of $407,000 for pool heater project by TriCon, to be approved by Tracy and Ryan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review development requests for a new subdivision and a Scooter's Coffee location. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding ordinance amendments for agricultural uses, signage, and parking requirements.

• Preliminary plat for a 2-lot subdivision at West Penn Street and Penn Court
• Site plan for a new Scooter's Coffee at West Penn Street and Penn Court
• Parking lot paving site plan for Hope Presbyterian Church on North Front Street
• Public hearing for ordinance amendments regarding agricultural and livestock uses

The North Liberty Planning Commission met via Zoom and forwarded three items to the City Council with recommendations for approval: a preliminary plat for a commercial subdivision, a site plan for a Scooter's Coffee, and a site plan for Hope Presbyterian Church's parking lot. The Commission also forwarded zoning ordinance amendments regarding agricultural uses. All votes were unanimous with one commissioner absent.

• Forwarded Progress Park Part Twelve Preliminary Plat to City Council with approval recommendation (6-0)
• Forwarded Scooter's Coffee site plan to City Council with approval recommendation (6-0)
• Forwarded Hope Presbyterian Church parking lot site plan to City Council with approval recommendation (6-0)
• Forwarded zoning ordinance amendments for agricultural uses to City Council with approval recommendation (6-0)
• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved May 4, 2021 minutes (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will consider a water rate amendment and ordinances regarding livestock and alcohol in public places. The agenda also includes public hearings for budget amendments and rezoning requests.

• Ordinance 2021-09 regarding increased water service charges
• $333,687.50 payment for SW Growth Area Water & Sewer Extensions
• Ordinance 2021-08 allowing alcohol consumption in authorized public areas
• Rezoning request for property near south Kansas Avenue
• Purchase of temporary construction easements for the Dubuque Street Project

The North Liberty City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including updates to animal control for livestock, allowing alcohol in public areas, and rezoning properties. They also approved a budget amendment, a pool heater replacement project, and a face covering resolution. All votes were unanimous among the four present councilors, with one absent.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-06 updating livestock regulations (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-07 rezoning property near North Liberty Road to RD-10 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-43 for Greenbelt Trail Part Two-B preliminary plat (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-08 allowing alcohol in authorized public areas (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-44 amending FY 21 budget (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-45 for Pool Water Heater Replacement Project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-46 for Dubuque Street Phase One temporary easements (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-49 continuing face covering guidance (4-0)

Library Board

The North Liberty Community Library Board of Trustees will conduct a policy review regarding by-laws and board self-evaluation. The meeting also includes budget, director, and staff reports.

• Approval of April minutes
• Budget report
• Library Board By-Laws review
• Board self-evaluation

The North Liberty Library Board met virtually and approved the April meeting minutes and the Library Board By-Laws by voice vote. The board deferred self-evaluations and discussed plans for a phased reopening starting June 1, along with grant proposals for outdoor charging benches and Family Place Libraries funding.

• Approved April meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Library Board By-Laws (voice vote)
• Deferred board self-evaluations

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding livestock, alcohol in public places, and property rezoning. The agenda also includes discussions on an Outreach and Equity Coordinator position and infrastructure projects for Dubuque Street and Ranshaw Way.

• Rezoning of property near North Liberty Road and Salm Drive (Ordinance 2021-07)
• Ordinance allowing alcohol consumption and sale in authorized public areas (Ordinance 2021-08)
• $47,307.63 change order for Aquatic Center HVAC replacement
• Adjusting franchise fees for MidAmerican Energy and other providers (Ordinance 2021-05)
• Relocation assistance for tenants in the Dubuque Street Phase 1 Project

The North Liberty City Council approved the Ranshaw Way Phase 5 improvements contract, a special speed limit for a segment of Ranshaw Way, and several ordinances including franchise fee adjustments, livestock code amendments, greenbelt trail rezoning, and alcohol in public places. All votes were unanimous. The council also approved social service grants, relocation assistance for Dubuque Street Phase 1, a storm siren grant, and a lease agreement with Epley Properties.

• Approved Ranshaw Way Phase 5 improvements contract (5-0)
• Approved special speed limit for Ranshaw Way segment (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-05 adjusting franchise fees (5-0)
• Amended Ordinance 2021-06 on livestock code (5-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2021-07 rezoning (5-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2021-08 allowing alcohol in public places (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-37 for FY22 social service grants (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-38 for Dubuque Street relocation assistance (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review the April 1, 2021 minutes and receive updates on parks and recreation/pool operations. The meeting also addresses applications for three board terms expiring June 30, 2021.

• Approval of April 1, 2021 minutes
• Parks and Recreation/Pool reports
• Board term applications due May 21, 2021

The North Liberty Parks and Recreation Commission met electronically on May 6, 2021, and approved the April 1 minutes. No formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of staff reports and discussions on park projects, pool operations, and community events. The dog park reopening is targeted for June 1, and the splash pad opens before Memorial Day weekend.

• Approved April 1, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed dog park reopening criteria, targeting June 1
• Discussed future lighting and security camera for dog park (no budget allocated)
• Discussed tennis court repair plan with levelling layer and fabric
• Discussed pool capacity limits and member-only open swim starting June 1
• Discussed potential in-person meetings starting July 1

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two zoning map amendments. These include a request to rezone 33.48 acres on South Kansas Avenue and another for 2.46 acres on Community Drive.

• Rezoning of 33.48 acres from ID Interim Development District to O/RP Office and Research Park District near West Forevergreen Road
• Rezoning of 2.46 acres from C-2A Highway Commercial District to C-2A PAD Highway Commercial District on Community Drive

The North Liberty Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of two zoning map amendments to the City Council. The first rezones 33.48 acres from ID to O/RP for a property on South Kansas Avenue. The second rezones 2.46 acres from C-2A to C-2A PAD on Community Drive, with 11 conditions attached. Both recommendations were forwarded to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of 33.48-acre rezoning from ID to O/RP on South Kansas Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval of 2.46-acre rezoning from C-2A to C-2A PAD on Community Drive with 11 conditions (7-0)
• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved minutes from April 6, 2021 meeting (all ayes)

City Council

The North Liberty City Council will consider ordinances regarding livestock, alcohol in public areas, and franchise fees. The agenda also includes a public hearing for the Greenbelt Trail rezoning and discussions on social service grant funding.

• Rezoning of property near North Liberty Road for Greenbelt Trail
• Ordinance amendment to allow alcohol consumption in authorized public areas
• Ranshaw House Project change order for $13,629.34
• Property acquisition compensation for Dubuque Street Phase 1 Project
• Tobacco civil penalties from Kum & Go ($300) and Fareway ($1,500)

The North Liberty City Council approved a consensus list of FY22 social service grant awards totaling $131,894, with final approval via resolution at the next meeting. The council also passed the first consideration of ordinances to adjust franchise fees, update livestock regulations, rezone property for two-unit residences, and allow alcohol in public places. Several resolutions were approved, including accepting tobacco civil penalties and establishing compensation for the Dubuque Street Phase 1 project.

• Approved FY22 social service grant consensus (17 organizations, $131,894 total)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-05 amending franchise fees (5-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2021-06 updating livestock code (5-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2021-07 rezoning to RD-10 (5-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2021-08 allowing alcohol in public places (5-0)
• Accepted $300 civil penalty from Kum & Go (Resolution 2021-30, 5-0)
• Accepted $1,500 civil penalty from Fareway (Resolution 2021-31, 5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-33 for Dubuque Street Phase 1 property acquisition (5-0)

Library Board

The North Liberty Community Library Board of Trustees will review the proctoring and volunteer policies. The meeting also includes budget, director, and staff reports.

• Proctoring Policy review
• Volunteer Policy review
• Budget report
• Director report

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees approved two new policies: a Proctoring Policy and a Volunteer Policy, both by voice vote. The board also heard reports on circulation, budget, and staffing, and approved the March meeting minutes with an amendment.

• Approved Proctoring Policy (voice vote)
• Approved Volunteer Policy (voice vote)
• Approved March meeting minutes as amended (voice vote)

Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board

The North Liberty Tree and Storm Water Advisory Board will hear a presentation on the Urban Forest Management Plan from Andrew Larson of JEO Consulting Group INC. The meeting also includes updates on stormwater grants, drainage area maintenance, and the MidAmerican Trees Please Grant.

• Urban Forest Management Plan presentation by Andrew Larson (JEO Consulting Group INC)
• MidAmerican Trees Please Grant 2021 update
• Tree City USA update
• Muddy Creek Clean-up day report
• Stormwater updates regarding 2nd Phase Grants and drainage area vegetation clearing

The Tree and Stormwater Advisory Board received updates on grants and certifications, including a $1,000 MidAmerican Trees Please Grant for tree planting at Red Fern Dog Park. The board also discussed plans for a Muddy Creek clean-up day and Arbor Day proclamation, but took no formal votes or decisions.

• Approved minutes from October 14, 2020 (motion by Burril, second by McGrane)
• Received $1,000 MidAmerican Trees Please Grant for Red Fern Dog Park planting
• Noted Tree City USA recertification application approved by Iowa DNR, pending Arbor Day Foundation
• Discussed Muddy Creek clean-up day planned for April 10, 2021, pending COVID concerns
• Planned Arbor Day proclamation for April 30, 2021

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Ranshaw Way Phase 5 project and changes to franchise fees and livestock ordinances. The council also plans to approve a new dog park membership fee structure.

• Public hearing for Ranshaw Way, Phase 5 Project plans and costs
• Resolution approving the Dog Park Membership Fee Structure
• Public hearing on franchise fee ordinance changes
• First consideration of Ordinance 2021-06 regarding livestock ordinances
• SW Growth Area Water and Sewer Extensions payment of $195,744.17

The North Liberty City Council approved resolutions for the Ranshaw Way Phase 5 project, a dog park membership fee structure, and a revenue purpose statement for franchise fees, and gave first consideration to ordinances adjusting franchise fees and livestock regulations. The livestock ordinance was tabled after discussion. All votes were unanimous among present councilors, with two members absent.

• Approved Resolution 2021-27 for Ranshaw Way Phase 5 plans and cost (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-28 for Dog Park Membership Fee Structure (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-29 adopting Revenue Purpose Statement for Franchise Fees (3-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2021-05 adjusting franchise fees (3-0)
• Tabled first consideration of Ordinance 2021-06 on livestock code amendments (all ayes)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning map amendment for 7.36 acres of property. The commission will also consider a preliminary plat for a 20-lot subdivision on the same site. Both requests are submitted by Greenbelt Trail II, LLC.

• Zoning map amendment from RS-6 to RD-10 for 7.36 acres
• Preliminary plat request for a 20-lot subdivision
• Property located on the west side of North Liberty Road near Salm Drive

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to forward a zoning map amendment for 7.36 acres on North Liberty Road from RS-6 to RD-10 to the City Council with a recommendation for approval. It also voted unanimously to forward the associated preliminary plat for a 20-lot subdivision to the City Council with a recommendation for approval. The meeting was held via Zoom due to COVID-19, and no public comments were offered on either item.

• Approved the agenda unanimously.
• Forwarded the zoning map amendment (RS-6 to RD-10) for Greenbelt Trail II, LLC to the City Council with a recommendation for approval (7-0).
• Forwarded the preliminary plat for a 20-lot subdivision by Greenbelt Trail II, LLC to the City Council with a recommendation for approval (7-0).
• Approved the minutes from the March 2, 2021 Planning Commission meeting unanimously.
• Discussed affordable housing challenges and suggested a presentation from the Johnson County Livable Communities Commission.
• Noted that two rezoning applications are on the agenda for next month.
• Discussed plans for returning to live meetings.
• Adjourned at 7:23 p.m. unanimously.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review the March 4, 2021, meeting minutes. The agenda also includes updates from the Parks and Recreation/Pool reports.

• Approval of March 4, 2021, minutes
• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the March 4, 2021 meeting minutes. The board heard reports on ongoing projects, including the Ranshaw House exterior work, pool water heater replacement, and Red Fern Dog Park closure for turf stabilization until June 1. No formal decisions were made on these projects; they were discussed as reports.

• Approved the March 4, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Heard a parks report on Ranshaw House, pool heater, and other projects.
• Heard a recreation report on facility use and summer programming.
• Set next meeting for May 6, 2021.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:26 pm.

City Council

The North Liberty City Council will review several ordinance amendments regarding zoning and dog park membership. The agenda also includes property acquisition for the Dubuque Street Project and service agreements for trail improvements.

• Property acquisition compensation for the Dubuque Street Phase One Improvement Project
• Rezoning Greenbelt Trail II LLC property to RS-6 Single-Unit Residence District
• Rezoning Dog Park property to P Public Use District
• Service agreement with Shive-Hattery, Inc. for Centennial Park Loop Drive Improvements
• $242,448.16 payment to Boomerang Corporation for SW Growth Area Water and Sewer Extensions

The North Liberty City Council approved all agenda items, including four ordinances (rezonings, sign regulations, dog park membership) and five resolutions (Dubuque Street property acquisition, Greenbelt Trail preliminary plat, Centennial Park and Forevergreen Road design agreements, and an Iowa DOT maintenance agreement). The council also reached consensus to implement franchise fees at 2%, and heard reports on city projects and the upcoming $2.7 million in federal aid.

• Approved Resolution 2021-22 for Dubuque Street Phase One property acquisition
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-01 rezoning property near Arlington Ridge to RS-6
• Approved Resolution 2021-23 for Greenbelt Trail Preliminary Plat Parts Two through Seven
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-02 rezoning property north of Oak Lane to P Public Use District
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-03 amending sign regulations in Chapter 173
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-04 updating dog park membership and off-leash area rules
• Approved Resolution 2021-24 for Centennial Park Loop Drive design services with Shive-Hattery
• Approved Resolution 2021-25 for Forevergreen Road Trail design services with Shive-Hattery

Library Board

The North Liberty Community Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the mission statement and 'Planning for Results' policy. The agenda also includes budget and staff reports.

• Approval of January minutes
• Budget report
• Review of Planning for Results policy
• Review of mission statement

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees met virtually and approved the January meeting minutes by voice vote. The board heard reports on staffing, budget, and programs, including a discussion about the library's role in advocacy and inclusion. No policy decisions were made; the board discussed future revisions to the mission statement and planning documents.

• Approved the January meeting minutes by voice vote.
• Discussed, but did not decide on, the library's role in advocacy and inclusion.
• Heard that budget amendments are forthcoming.
• Heard that a new shared IT Technology Coordinator has started.
• Heard that the Technology Services Librarian position was eliminated and a new Library Services & Marketing Assistant position is being hired.
• Heard about upcoming programs, including Lighthouse at the Library and Local Libraries LIT.
• Discussed reworking the 'Planning for Results' document and mission statement, with a goal to incorporate 'Learning' and DEI.

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the FY 2022 budget and capital improvements plan. The agenda includes second considerations for several rezoning ordinances and sign regulation amendments. The council will also review site plans and infrastructure projects including Ranshaw Way and Dubuque Street.

• Public hearing for the FY 2022 budget and related levies
• Rezoning ordinances for Greenbelt Trail II LLC and Dog Park areas
• Site plan approval for a medical spa and salon at 1750 Jordan Street
• Service agreement for the Aquatic Center pool heater replacement
• Easement purchases for the Ranshaw Way Phase 5 project

The North Liberty City Council approved the FY 2021-2022 budget and capital improvements plan, along with several site plans, easement purchases, and ordinance amendments. The council also affirmed a board appointment and discussed a potential franchise fee for parks. All votes were unanimous except for the budget, which passed 4-0 with one absence.

• Adopted FY 2022 budget and capital improvements plan (4-0, Hoffman absent)
• Approved site plan for 1750 Jordan Street (Medical Spa and Salon) (4-0)
• Approved pool heater replacement services agreement with Shive-Hattery (4-0)
• Approved purchase of easements for Ranshaw Way Phase 5 (4-0)
• Authorized compensation estimates for Dubuque Street Phase 1 (4-0)
• Established fair market value for Dubuque Street Phase 1 property acquisition (4-0)
• Approved second consideration of rezoning for Greenbelt Trail II (RS-6) (4-0)
• Approved second consideration of rezoning for Dog Park (P Public Use) (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The North Liberty Parks & Recreation Commission will meet electronically to review departmental updates. The agenda includes reports on parks and the recreation/pool facilities.

• Approval of February 4, 2021 minutes
• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

The commission approved the February 4, 2021 minutes. Reports covered park maintenance, including Ranshaw House trim and dog park turf recovery, and recreation updates on the pool roof damage and summer pool planning. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved the February 4, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Adjourned the meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted to forward the Greenbelt Trail II Preliminary Plat to the City Council with a recommendation for approval, subject to three conditions from staff. It also voted to forward the Corridor Commercial Development Company site plan for a medical spa and salon to the City Council with a recommendation for approval. Both motions passed unanimously with all present members voting aye. The commission also approved the agenda and the minutes from the February 2, 2021 meeting.

• Approved the agenda for the March 2, 2021 meeting.
• Recommended approval of the Greenbelt Trail II Preliminary Plat (130-lot subdivision) to the City Council, subject to three conditions: update legal description/acreage, remove temporary fire access, and update pedestrian trail outlots.
• Recommended approval of the Corridor Commercial Development Company site plan (medical spa and salon) to the City Council, based on two findings of consistency with zoning and code.
• Approved the minutes from the February 2, 2021 Planning Commission meeting.

City Council

The City Council will consider the maximum tax levy for the FY 2021-2022 budget and various zoning amendments. The agenda also includes a ground lease with South Slope Cooperative Telephone Company, Inc. and road project agreements.

• Rezoning property near Salm Drive to RS-6 Single-Unit Residence District
• Rezoning property north of Oak Lane NE to P Public Use District
• 25-year ground lease with South Slope Cooperative Telephone Company, Inc.
• Maximum tax levy approval for FY 2021-2022 budget
• Right of way acquisition for St. Andrews Drive Project

The North Liberty City Council approved the first consideration of four ordinances: rezoning for Greenbelt Trail II LLC, a dog park rezoning, sign regulation amendments, and dog park membership updates. It also approved resolutions for an IDOT preconstruction agreement, a ground lease with South Slope, delinquent assessments, the FY 2021-2022 maximum levy, and right-of-way acquisition for St. Andrews Drive. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2021-01 (Greenbelt Trail II rezoning) (5-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2021-02 (Dog Park rezoning) (5-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2021-03 (Sign regulations amendment) (5-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2021-04 (Dog park membership) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-11 (IDOT preconstruction agreement) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-12 (South Slope ground lease) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-13 (Delinquent assessments) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-14 (FY 2021-2022 maximum levy) (5-0)

City Council

The North Liberty City Council will review various project payments and city business. This includes pay applications for the St. Andrews Drive Project and SW Growth Area water and sewer extensions. The council will also consider a resolution regarding delinquent property tax assessments.

• Liquor license renewal for Walgreens
• Change Order Number 5 for St. Andrews Drive Project ($21,000.00)
• Pay Application Number 9 for St. Andrews Drive Project ($20,759.93)
• Pay Application Number 5 for SW Growth Area Water and Sewer Extensions ($322,723.30)
• Resolution 2021-10 regarding delinquent property tax assessments

The North Liberty City Council approved Resolution 2021-10, which assesses delinquent amounts owed to the city onto individual property taxes. The vote was unanimous among present councilors, with one absence. The meeting also included routine approvals of the agenda and consent agenda, and reports from city staff and the mayor.

• Approved Resolution 2021-10 assessing delinquent amounts to property taxes (4-0, Harrington absent)
• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda including claims, liquor license renewal, and pay applications (all ayes)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The North Liberty Parks & Recreation Commission meeting on February 4, 2021, consists of procedural items and departmental updates. The agenda includes the approval of January 7, 2021, minutes and reports from the Parks and Recreation/Pool departments.

• Approval of January 7, 2021, minutes
• Parks Department report
• Recreation/Pool report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two zoning map amendments and an ordinance update. These items include requests to rezone approximately 77 total acres and changes to sign regulations in Chapter 173.

• Rezoning request for Greenbelt Trail II, LLC on 66.84 acres from ID to RS-6
• Rezoning request for City of North Liberty on 11.04 acres from ID to P
• Ordinance amendment to update Chapter 173 sign regulations

The North Liberty Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of a zoning map amendment for 66.84 acres from Interim Development to Single-Unit Residence (RS-6), with a 6-1 vote. It also recommended approval of a separate rezoning of 11.04 acres to Public Use and sign regulation amendments, both unanimously. All recommendations will go to the City Council.

• Recommended approval of Greenbelt Trail II, LLC rezoning to RS-6 (6-1, Pentecost nay)
• Recommended approval of City rezoning 11.04 acres to Public Use (7-0)
• Recommended approval of sign regulation ordinance amendments (7-0)
• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved January 5, 2021 minutes (all ayes)

City Council

The North Liberty City Council will present the FY 2022 budget, including operational items and capital improvements. The council will also consider a services agreement for the City Hall project and property purchases for Ranshaw Way, Phase 5.

• FY 2022 Budget Presentation
• Services Agreement with Shive-Hattery, Inc. for City Hall Project
• Property and easement purchases for Ranshaw Way, Phase 5
• $6,825.27 change order for Police Facility Project
• $3,024.52 change order for Ranshaw House Project

The North Liberty City Council approved a services agreement with Shive-Hattery, Inc. for the City Hall Project (Resolution 2021-08) and approved the purchase of property and easements for the Ranshaw Way Phase 5 Project (Resolution 2021-09). The council also reached consensus on several FY22 capital projects, including City Hall design, a brush fire truck, and road and sewer repairs. The consent agenda, including change orders and a liquor license renewal, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 2021-08 for City Hall design services with Shive-Hattery (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-09 for Ranshaw Way Phase 5 property/easement purchases (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including change orders and liquor license renewal (unanimous)
• Reached consensus on FY22 capital projects including City Hall design, brush truck, and road/utility repairs

Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board

The board will receive updates on MidAmerican Trees Please Grant and Tree City USA. The meeting also covers storm water GIS progress and upcoming community events.

• MidAmerican Trees Please Grant 2021 update
• Tree City USA update
• Muddy Creek Clean-up day (April 10, 2021)
• North Liberty Arbor day (April 30, 2021)
• Storm Water GIS progress update

The Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board received updates on grants and certifications, including a $1,000 MidAmerican Trees Please Grant for tree planting at Red Fern Dog Park. The board discussed plans for a Muddy Creek clean-up day and Arbor Day proclamation, but took no formal votes or decisions beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved minutes from October 14, 2020 (motion by Burril, second by McGrane)
• Received $1,000 MidAmerican Trees Please Grant for Red Fern Dog Park planting
• Noted Tree City USA recertification application approved by Iowa DNR, pending Arbor Day Foundation
• Discussed Muddy Creek clean-up day planned for April 10, 2021, pending COVID concerns
• Discussed Arbor Day proclamation for April 30, 2021

City Council

The North Liberty City Council is conducting a budget work session. The meeting involves reviewing the General Fund, Road Use Tax Budget, Water Budget, Wastewater Budget, and Storm Water Budget.

• General Fund discussions including Public Safety and Public Works
• Road Use Tax Budget review
• Water Budget review
• Wastewater Budget review
• Storm Water Budget review

City Council

The North Liberty City Council held a special session to review the proposed FY22 budgets for all city departments, including public safety, public works, and utilities. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational, with staff answering questions. The council discussed a proposed tax levy increase as part of the General Fund revenues.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)

Library Board

The North Liberty Community Library Board of Trustees will review the December meeting minutes and hear reports regarding the budget, director, and staff. The board is also scheduled to conduct a review of the Service Policy and Child Safety Policy.

• Review of Service Policy
• Review of Child Safety Policy
• Budget report
• Director report
• Approval of December minutes

City Council

The North Liberty City Council will review a development site plan for a new car wash at 930 Liberty Way. The council will also consider a local match for an emergency storm siren grant and a new purchasing policy. Additionally, several easement agreements for the Ranshaw Way Phase 5 project are scheduled for approval.

• Development site plan for Speedy Mike’s Car Wash at 930 Liberty Way
• Local match authorization for an emergency storm siren grant
• $697,888.29 pay application for SW Growth Area Water and Sewer Extensions Project
• Approval of the City's Purchasing Policy
• Multiple easement agreements for Ranshaw Way Phase 5 project

Parks & Recreation Commission

This meeting consists of procedural items and departmental reports. No specific projects or ordinances are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of December 3, 2020, minutes
• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

Planning Commission

The North Liberty Planning Commission will consider a site plan request from CMKD Investments LLC. The proposal involves the development of a new car wash on 1.55 acres.

• Site plan request for a new car wash at 930 Liberty Way