North Liberty public meetings in 2022

Library Board

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees will review budget, director, and staff reports. The board is also scheduled to conduct a policy review regarding library access for sex offenders against minors.

• Approval of November meeting minutes
• Policy review: Library Access for Sex Offenders Against Minors
• Budget report
• Director and staff reports

The Board approved updates to the library access policy for sex offenders and the associated application form (Appendix B). Both updates focused on using gender-neutral language and removing unnecessary questions to ensure access. Approval of the November 2022 minutes was deferred to January 2023.

• Approved updated library access policy for sex offenders (voice vote)
• Approved updated Appendix B library use application for Sex Offender Against Minors (voice vote)
• Deferred approval of November 2022 meeting minutes until January 2023

City Council

The City Council will discuss proposed locations for a new fire station and consider several zoning amendments. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding pet fees, budget transfers, and development agreements for The Preserve Part 2B.

• Zoning amendments changing property designations to C-3 Higher Intensity Commercial District
• New license fees and penalties for cats, dogs, and dog park membership
• Developer’s Agreement and Final Plat for The Preserve – Part Two B
• Jones Boulevard Improvements Project pay application for $22,337.50
• 28E Agreement with Johnson County for the West Penn Street Project

The City Council approved two zoning map amendments to C-3 Higher Intensity Commercial District and a general zoning code amendment. The council also approved a developer's agreement and final plat for The Preserve Part 2B and established new pet license fees.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-26 rezoning property to C-3 Higher Intensity Commercial District (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-27 rezoning property to C-3 Higher Intensity Commercial District (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-29 amending zoning code use matrix, definitions, and parking requirements (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-130 establishing pet license fees, penalties, and dog park membership fees (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-127 Developer’s Agreement for The Preserve – Part Two B (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-114 Final Plat and improvement acceptance for The Preserve – Part Two B (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-128 28E Agreement with Johnson County for West Penn Street Project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-129 Fringe Area Policy Agreement with Johnson County (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review parks and recreation/pool reports. No specific new business or ordinances are listed on this agenda. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from November 3, 2022.

• Approval of November 3, 2022 minutes
• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

City Council

The Council authorized staff to work with the Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County on low-income housing projects using ARPA funds. Several zoning amendments and property acquisitions were approved, while one request to rezone a residence to a two-unit district was denied.

• Approved use of ARPA funds for low-income housing tax credit project funding (5-0)
• Approved first consideration of A & M Zoning Amendments 1 and 2 to C-3 Higher Intensity Commercial (4-1 each)
• Denied Scanlon Zoning Amendment to change RS-6 to RD-10 Two-Unit Residence (1-4)
• Adopted Watts Zoning Amendment to RS-4 Single-Unit Residence (4-1)
• Adopted Dahnovan Holdings Zoning Amendment and approved Water Tower Place Preliminary Plat (5-0 and 4-1)
• Adopted GRD Burleson, LLC Zoning Amendment to C-3 Higher Intensity Commercial (4-1)
• Approved first consideration of Zoning Code amendments regarding use matrix and parking (5-0)
• Approved fair market value for Meade property acquisition for North Side Community Park Project (5-0)

Library Board

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees will review meeting room, art display, and conduct policies. The board is also scheduled to discuss new business regarding trustee statements and public comment procedures.

• Review of Meeting Room Use Policy
• Review of Art Display Policy
• Review of Library Conduct Policy
• Trustee’s Statement of Inclusivity discussion
• Trustee’s Public Comment Procedure discussion

The Board approved the September meeting minutes and all existing policies for another year. New guidelines for public comments were adopted, and edits to the Meeting Room Use and Art Display policies were approved to include the phrase "all people."

• Approved September meeting minutes
• Approved all policies for another year
• Adopted Procedure for Public Comments
• Approved edits to Meeting Room Use and Art Display policies to include "all people"

City Council

The City Council will review the fiscal year 2022 audit and a presentation on the Inclusive Economic Development Plan. The council will also consider multiple zoning amendments for various properties. Additionally, the agenda includes urban renewal fund appropriations for several entities.

• Watts property zoning amendment to RS-4
• Dahnovan Holdings zoning amendment to RM-12 and C-3
• Public hearing for GRD Burleson, LLC zoning amendment
• Acceptance of the FY 22 Audit Report
• Community Center Roof Project payment of $48,355.00

The City Council approved three separate zoning amendments for properties owned by Watts, Dahnovan Holdings, and GRD Burleson, LLC. Council also accepted the FY 22 Audit and the FY 22 Annual Urban Renewal Report.

• Approved FY 22 Audit Report via Resolution 2022-119 (5-0)
• Approved zoning change from ID to RS-4 for Watts property (5-0)
• Approved zoning change from O-RP to RM-12 and C-3 for Dahnovan Holdings property (4-1)
• Approved zoning change from ID to C-3 for GRD Burleson, LLC property (4-1)
• Accepted FY 22 Annual Urban Renewal Report (5-0)
• Approved $48,355.00 payment to T & K Roofing Co. for Community Center Roof Project (5-0)
• Approved $346,672.61 payment to Schrader Excavating and Grading for Jones Boulevard Improvements (5-0)
• Approved $35,251.18 payment to Peterson Contractors, Inc. for Ranshaw Way Phase 5 Improvements (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The agenda contains only routine reports and procedural items. The commission will review updates on parks and the pool and consider approving October 6, 2022, minutes.

• Approval of October 6, 2022, minutes
• Parks report
• Recreation/Pool report

The commission approved the minutes from the October 6, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded; the session consisted of staff reports on park maintenance and recreation event attendance.

• Approved October 6, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The North Liberty Planning Commission will consider a preliminary subdivision plat for an 11-lot development. The agenda also includes public hearings for three zoning map amendments and an ordinance update regarding parking requirements and use definitions.

• Preliminary subdivision plat for 11 lots on approximately 41.48 acres at North Kansas Avenue
• Rezoning of 6.57 acres from O-RP to C-3 at Landon Road and North Kansas Avenue
• Rezoning of 5.94 acres from O-RP to C-3 at Landon Road and North Kansas Avenue
• Rezoning of approximately 5.28 acres from RS-6 to RD-10 on Berkshire Lane
• Ordinance amendment regarding zoning use matrix and parking requirements

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve a preliminary subdivision plat and three zoning map amendments. The commission also recommended approval of an ordinance amending the Zoning Code's development and district regulations.

• Recommended approval of Water Tower Place Preliminary Subdivision Plat for 11 lots (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 6.57 acres from O-RP to C-3 for A & M Development, LLC (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 5.94 acres from O-RP to C-3 for A & M Development, LLC (5-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 5.28 acres from RS-6 to RD-10 for Scanlon Family, LLC (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance amending Zoning Code Chapters 168 and 169 (5-0)
• Approved October 4, 2022 meeting minutes (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on proposed zoning amendments for the Watts, Dahnovan Holdings, and GRD Burleson properties. The council is also considering a municipal loan agreement for the City Hall project. Other items include transit service contracts and road maintenance agreements.

• Public hearing on a General Obligation Municipal Loan Agreement for the City Hall Project
• Zoning amendments for Watts, Dahnovan Holdings, and GRD Burleson, LLC properties
• Contract for same-day transit services with Johnson County SEATS
• $62,792.93 change order for the Dubuque Street Phase 1 Project
• Resolution to modify shared road maintenance responsibilities with Johnson County

The City Council approved a General Obligation Municipal Building Loan Agreement for the City Hall project. Council also granted first consideration for three zoning amendments and approved several development agreements and infrastructure contracts.

• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2022-23 to rezone property from ID to RS-4 (5-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2022-24 to rezone property from O-RP to RM-12 and C-3 (4-1)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2022-25 to rezone property from ID to C-3 (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 2022-111 for City Hall General Obligation Municipal Building Loan Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-113 for ARPA transit contract with Johnson County SEATS (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-115 for Solomon’s Landing Part One Final Plat (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-116 for The Evermore Part Two Developer’s Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-118 modifying shared road maintenance with Johnson County (5-0)

Library Board

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees will review the Meeting Room Use Policy. The board also plans to discuss a Statement of Inclusivity and public comment procedures for trustees.

• Meeting Room Use Policy review
• Trustee’s Statement of Inclusivity
• Trustee’s Public Comment Procedure
• Budget report
• Staff introduction for Marketing & Engagement

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees met on October 17, 2022, but lacked a quorum, so no official business could be conducted. The board could not approve the September 2022 minutes. Staff introduced new online resources, including LinkedIn Learning and Biblioboard, but noted they are not yet fully functional for public use.

• No quorum; no decisions made

Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board

The Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board will review several tree-related grant applications, including the MidAmerican 2023 Trees Please Grant and the DNR Community Forestry Grant Program. The board will also receive updates on stormwater GIS data collection and annual reporting.

• MidAmerican 2023 Trees Please Grant Application
• 2022 DNR Community Forestry Grant Program
• Possible City grant for dead ash tree removals
• Storm Water GIS data collection update
• Annual Storm Water report

The board discussed the significant presence of Emerald Ash Borer in North Liberty, noting many trees will need removal for safety. City staff are exploring a financial assistance program for residents to remove affected ash trees. The board also received updates on Tree City USA designation, grants, and stormwater infrastructure.

• Approved July 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Heard update on Emerald Ash Borer: many city trees to be removed for safety
• City will continue maximum treatments on salvageable trees
• Staff exploring financial assistance program for ash tree removal, modeled on stormwater grants
• Tree City USA designation awarded for 2021, 26th consecutive year
• Iowa DNR Community Forestry Program provided $9,800 for tree planting
• GIS stormwater data collection expected in 3-4 weeks
• DNR to stock Liberty Centre Pond with 1,000-2,000 trout on October 21

City Council

The Council will discuss ARPA housing funds and review several site plans, including Kwik Star and A to Z. They will also hold a public hearing on an ordinance amendment to establish a six and a half month moratorium on certain preliminary site plan applications.

• Kwik Star Preliminary Site Plan (Resolution 2022-104)
• A to Z Site Plan for 625 240th Street (Resolution 2022-105)
• North Jones Boulevard Improvements Project payment of $754,632.87
• Community Center Roof Project payment of $90,772.50
• Ordinance 2022-22 regarding a site plan application moratorium

The council approved a six-and-a-half-month moratorium on preliminary site plan applications where the current zoning is incompatible with the city's comprehensive plan. They also approved site plans for a Kwik Star and an A to Z business, temporary construction easements for the Heritage Drive stormwater project, rehabilitation contracts for owner-occupied homes, and a fund agreement for Centennial Park improvements. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 6.5-month moratorium on incompatible site plan applications (5-0)
• Approved Kwik Star preliminary site plan, Resolution 2022-104 (5-0)
• Approved A to Z preliminary site plan at 625 240th Street, Resolution 2022-105 (5-0)
• Approved three temporary construction easements for Heritage Drive stormwater project, Resolutions 2022-106, 107, 108 (5-0 each)
• Approved owner-occupied rehab contracts, Resolution 2022-109 (5-0)
• Approved Centennial Park fund agreement, Resolution 2022-110 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including pay applications for Jones Boulevard and Community Center roof (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will hear a presentation regarding Fox Run Park from the Fox Run neighborhood. The meeting also includes reports on parks and recreation/pool updates.

• Fox Run Park presentation from Fox Run Neighborhood
• Approval of September 1, 2022 minutes
• Parks report
• Recreation/Pool report

The commission heard a presentation from the Fox Run Neighborhood requesting park upgrades, including new equipment, ADA-compliant swings, and shaded areas, with a proposed budget of $70,000 for the neighborhood park and $175,000 for the pond park. No formal decisions were made on the proposals; they will be considered in the FY23 budget cycle. The commission also received reports on parks maintenance, recreation programs, and a $9,800 DNR forestry grant for tree replacement.

• Approved September 1, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Fox Run Park upgrades; no vote taken
• Discussed Fox Run Pond Park upgrades; no vote taken
• Received parks report on Community Center roof project and other maintenance
• Received recreation report on programs and pool operations
• Noted $9,800 DNR forestry grant awarded for tree replacement

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several rezoning requests and preliminary site plans for residential and commercial developments. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding an ordinance to establish a development moratorium.

• Six and a half month moratorium on specific preliminary site plan applications
• Rezoning of 41.48 acres at North Kansas Avenue to multi-unit residence and commercial districts
• 37-lot subdivision plat at North Liberty Road and Oak Lane NE
• Kwik Star fueling station and retail store site plan on 3.86 acres
• Rezoning of 7.64 acres on North Liberty Road to a commercial district

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of two preliminary site plans (Kwik Star and A2Z Plumbing) and four zoning map amendments to the City Council. They also tabled the North Ridge Parts 2 & 3 preliminary subdivision plat indefinitely and forwarded a six-and-a-half-month moratorium on certain site plan applications to the City Council. All recommendations were approved without opposition.

• Tabled North Ridge Parts 2 & 3 Preliminary Subdivision Plat indefinitely (6-0)
• Forwarded Kwik Star preliminary site plan to City Council with recommendation for approval (6-0)
• Forwarded A2Z Plumbing preliminary site plan to City Council with recommendation for approval (6-0)
• Forwarded rezoning of 3123 West Hauer Drive from ID to RS-4 to City Council (6-0)
• Forwarded rezoning of 23.36 acres to RM-12 and 18.12 acres to C-3 on North Kansas Avenue to City Council (6-0)
• Forwarded rezoning of 7.64 acres on North Liberty Road from ID to C-3 to City Council (6-0)
• Forwarded six-and-a-half-month moratorium on incompatible site plan applications to City Council (6-0)
• Approved minutes of September 6, 2022 meeting (6-0)

City Council

The Council will consider a resolution to set a public hearing date for a municipal building loan up to $500,000. The agenda also includes the third consideration of an ordinance for Emory Place rezoning and easement agreements with Slugs2, L.L.C.

• Setting a public hearing date for a $500,000 municipal building loan
• Third consideration and adoption of Emory Place rezoning
• Easement agreements between the City and Slugs2, L.L.C.
• Dubuque Street Phase 1 Project pay application for $188,599.88
• Approval of Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Project contracts

The council approved resolutions setting a public hearing for a $500,000 building loan, permanent and temporary landscape easements for the City Hall project, and rehabilitation contracts for owner-occupied housing. They also adopted a zoning map amendment for Emory Place. No public comment was offered.

• Approved Resolution 2022-100 setting a public hearing for a $500,000 General Obligation Municipal Building Loan (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-101 permanent landscape easement with Slugs2, L.L.C. (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-102 temporary construction easement with Slugs2, L.L.C. (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-103 rehabilitation contracts for owner-occupied housing (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-21 rezoning Emory Place from RM-21 to RM-21 Planned Area Development (5-0)

Library Board

The board approved a revised collection development policy and a new reconsideration of library materials process, both of which clarify the board's role in recommending outcomes to the City Council after public comment. The meeting also included updates on staffing, building improvements, and a discussion on intellectual freedom.

• Approved August 2022 meeting minutes by voice vote
• Approved collection development policy and reconsideration of library materials process by voice vote (motion by L. Hefley, second by C. Mangrich)

Library Board

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees will review the Collection Development Policy and the Reconsideration of Library Materials policy. The meeting includes reports on the budget, Friends group, and director. Additionally, the board will discuss intellectual freedom training and supporting documents.

• Approval of August minutes
• Review of Collection Development Policy
• Review of Reconsideration of Library Materials policy
• Discussion on Intellectual Freedom training and supporting documents
• Budget, Friends, and Director reports

City Council

The Council will discuss bids for the City Hall Project and consider a resolution to accept a contract. The agenda also includes developer agreements for Solomon’s Landing and a rezoning request for Emory Place. Additionally, several payments are scheduled for local infrastructure projects.

• Resolution to accept a bid and contract for the City Hall Project
• Developer’s Agreement and Storm Water Management Agreement for Solomon’s Landing
• Rezoning of Emory Place to a Planned Area Development
• Payments for Ranshaw Way, Jones Boulevard, and Community Center roof projects
• Water Utility Vendor Agreement for the LIHWAP program

The council approved a contract for the City Hall Project after adding $52 per cubic yard for over-excavation, and approved stormwater and developer agreements for Solomon's Landing. They also approved a low-income water assistance agreement, delinquent assessments, and second consideration of a rezoning for Emory Place. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved City Hall Project contract with $52/cubic yard over-excavation amendment (5-0)
• Approved Storm Water Management Facilities Maintenance Agreement for Solomon's Landing (5-0)
• Approved Developer's Agreement for Solomon's Landing, Part One (5-0)
• Approved LIHWAP Water Utility Vendor Agreement with HACAP (5-0)
• Approved Resolution assessing delinquent amounts to property taxes (5-0)
• Approved second consideration of Emory Place rezoning to RM-21 Planned Area Development (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including pay applications and liquor license (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary subdivision plat for North Ridge Parts 2 & 3. This project involves a 37-lot subdivision on approximately 36.32 acres at the southeast corner of North Liberty Road and Oak Lane NE. This item was previously tabled from the August 2, 2022 meeting.

• North Ridge Parts 2 & 3 Preliminary Subdivision Plat for a 37-lot subdivision
• Proposed development at the southeast corner of North Liberty Road and Oak Lane NE

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to table the North Ridge Parts 2 & 3 Preliminary Subdivision Plat request at the applicant's request, moving it to the October 4, 2022 meeting. The commission also approved the agenda and the minutes from the August 2, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled North Ridge Parts 2 & 3 Preliminary Subdivision Plat (all ayes)
• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Approved August 2, 2022 meeting minutes (all ayes)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review the August 4, 2022, minutes and receive departmental reports. No specific new or old business items are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of August 4, 2002, minutes
• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

The commission approved April minutes and heard reports on parks maintenance, recreation programs, and finances. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes. A grant for Centennial Park was noted as approved by City Council.

• Approved April 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Jeremy Parrish, second by Gwen Johnson)

City Council

The North Liberty City Council approved resolutions for the City Hall project, Destination Iowa grant application, Ranshaw House furnishings, and police agreements. It also adopted several rezoning ordinances and a zoning code amendment. Public comments raised concerns about a proposed fire station location, but no decision was made on that item.

• Approved Resolution 2022-89 for Destination Iowa grant application (4-0)
• Allocated up to $40,000 of ARPA funds for Ranshaw House furnishings (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-90 for JFACT 28E agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-91 for Law Enforcement Liaison Partnership MOU (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-92 for City Hall Project plans and cost (4-0)
• Approved Resolutions 2022-93 and 2022-94 for The Preserve developer agreements (4-0 each)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-21 for Emory Place rezoning (first consideration) (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 2022-16, 2022-17, 2022-18, 2022-19, 2022-20 (various rezoning and code amendments)

Library Board

The North Liberty Library Board of Trustees held a routine meeting with no public comment or old business. They approved the June meeting minutes by voice vote and elected new officers: Scott Clemons as President, Chris Mangrich as Vice President, and Brady Bird as Secretary. The board also heard reports on budget, Friends of the Library, and upcoming capital improvement projects.

• Approved June meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Elected Scott Clemons as Trustee President (voice vote)
• Elected Chris Mangrich as Trustee Vice President (voice vote)
• Elected Brady Bird as Trustee Secretary (voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will consider several rezoning ordinances for residential and commercial properties. The agenda also includes approvals for development site plans and a utility franchise agreement for ITC Midwest LLC.

• Rezoning of property from RS-6 to RD-10
• Jones Boulevard Improvements Project change order for $50,811.42
• ITC Midwest LLC electric power and telecommunications franchise agreement
• Development site plan approval for North Central Junior High School
• Rezoning of CMW Properties from ID to C-3

The North Liberty City Council approved several development-related items, including site plans for North Central Junior High School and Forevergreen Estates Lot 25, a developer's agreement for Forevergreen Estates Part One, and parking control devices for the Greenbelt Trail. The council also passed second considerations of ordinances rezoning properties for Mickelson, CMW Properties, and Scanlon and Trustees of Penn Township, granted a franchise to ITC Midwest, and amended the zoning ordinance. All votes were unanimous among the four councilors present, with one absence.

• Approved Resolution 2022-85 for development site plan at 180 East Forevergreen Road (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-86 for Forevergreen Estates Part One developer's agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-87 for Forevergreen Estates Lot 25 site plan (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-88 for Greenbelt Trail parking control devices (4-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2022-16 (Mickelson rezoning) (4-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2022-17 (CMW Properties rezoning) (4-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2022-18 (Scanlon and Penn Township rezoning) (4-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2022-19 (ITC Midwest franchise) (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review the July 7, 2022, minutes and receive departmental updates. The agenda includes reports on parks and recreation/pool operations but does not list specific new business or ordinances.

• Approval of July 7, 2022, minutes
• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting on August 4, 2022, was largely informational, with staff reports on parks and recreation activities. No formal decisions or votes were taken on substantive matters; the only motions were to approve the previous meeting's minutes and to adjourn.

• Approved July 7, 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Jeremy Parrish, second by Amy Chen)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Amy Chen, second by Jeremy Parrish)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan for additions at North Central Junior High School. The meeting includes a proposal for 62 townhouses at Forevergreen Estates and a zoning map amendment request. A request was made to postpone the North Ridge subdivision plat discussion until September.

• Site plan for North Central Junior High School building addition
• 62-unit townhouse development at Forevergreen Estates
• Rezoning of 5.93 acres on Future North Jones Boulevard
• Request to table North Ridge Parts 2 & 3 subdivision plat

The Planning Commission approved recommendations for three items to the City Council: a site plan for an addition to North Central Junior High School, a site plan for 62 townhouses at Forevergreen Estates, and a zoning map amendment for a planned area development. The North Ridge subdivision plat was tabled until September 6, 2022, at the applicant's request.

• Approved forwarding North Central Junior High School site plan to City Council (4-0)
• Approved forwarding Forevergreen Estates townhouse site plan to City Council (4-0)
• Approved forwarding zoning map amendment to RM-21 PAD to City Council (4-0)
• Tabled North Ridge Parts 2 & 3 preliminary plat until September 6, 2022 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on proceeding with the West Side Fire Station and North Side Community Park projects. The agenda also includes reviews of several rezoning applications and a 2022A bond sale.

• Approval to proceed with West Side Fire Station Project
• Approval to proceed with North Side Community Park Project
• Rezoning applications for Mickelson, CMW Properties, and Scanlon/Penn Township
• $228,082.75 pay application for Dubuque Street Phase 1 Project
• Authorization of the 2022A General Obligation bond sale

The North Liberty City Council approved resolutions to proceed with the West Side Fire Station and North Side Community Park projects, despite a property owner's challenge on the fire station site and a request to table the park item. The council also approved the 2022A bond sale, several rezoning ordinances, and other administrative items. All votes were 4-0 with Councilor Brent Smith absent.

• Approved Resolution 2022-66 modifying Solomon's Landing preliminary plat (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-77 for 2022A bond sale to Robert W Baird (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-78 to proceed with West Side Fire Station (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-79 to proceed with North Side Community Park (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-80 updated Employee Handbook (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-81 DOT Drug and Alcohol Policy (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-82 Surplus Property Disposal Policy (4-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2022-16 as amended to RS-6/RD-10 zoning (3-1)

Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board

The board will appoint a Chairperson, Vice Chair, and Secretary. Members will review reports on tree removals, the Emerald ash borer, and stormwater GIS data collection. The meeting also includes a budget update for the stormwater cost share program.

• Appointment of board officers
• Tree removal and maintenance updates
• Emerald ash borer update
• Stormwater GIS data collection
• Stormwater cost share program budget update

The Tree and Stormwater Advisory Board approved the April 2022 minutes and continued board positions. Updates were given on the MidAmerican Trees Please Grant, tree removals due to Emerald Ash Borer, and the storm sewer mapping project. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved April 2022 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Continued board positions: Bila as chair, Burril as vice chair, McGrane as secretary

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting regulations for mobile food units and amending park speed limits. The agenda also includes reviews of preliminary plats for The Preserve Part 3 and Greenbelt Trail Part Two. Additionally, the council will address social service grant funding and a property annexation.

• Adoption of Ordinance 2022-12 regarding Mobile Food Units
• Preliminary Plat approval for The Preserve – Part Three
• Annexation of property owned by GRD Burleson, LLC
• Jones Boulevard Improvements Project pay application ($356,400.97)
• Social Service Grant Funding Agreements for Fiscal Year 23

The North Liberty City Council approved multiple resolutions and ordinances, including the preliminary plat for The Preserve Part 3, social service funding agreements, a bond sale resolution, an annexation, and parking control devices. They also adopted an ordinance regulating mobile food units and approved a second consideration for park speed limits. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the NLCP funding agreement.

• Approved The Preserve Part 3 preliminary plat (Resolution 2022-67) (5-0)
• Approved FY23 social service funding for North Liberty Community Pantry (Resolution 2022-68) (4-0, Sittig abstained)
• Approved FY23 social service funding for various providers (Resolution 2022-69) (5-0)
• Approved depository resolution designating seven banks (Resolution 2022-70) (5-0)
• Approved bond sale resolution for Series 2022A (Resolution 2022-71) (5-0)
• Approved annexation of GRD Burleson, LLC property (Resolution 2022-72) (5-0)
• Approved parking control devices resolution (Resolution 2022-73) (5-0)
• Adopted mobile food units ordinance (Ordinance 2022-12) (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will welcome new board member Jamie Gade and renewed member Jeremy Parrish. The meeting also includes reports on parks and recreation/pool updates.

• Welcome new board member Jamie Gade
• Renewed term for Jeremy Parrish
• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

The Parks and Recreation Commission elected new officers: Richard Grugin as chair, Shannon Greene as vice chair, and Jamie Gade as secretary. The board heard reports on park maintenance, pool operations, and programming, including a delay in the community center roof replacement until August 1. No formal policy decisions were made beyond the officer elections.

• Elected Richard Grugin as chair (motion by Kevin Stibel, second by Shannon Greene)
• Elected Shannon Greene as vice chair (motion by Kevin Stibel, second by Gwen Johnson)
• Elected Jamie Gade as secretary (motion by Shannon Greene, second by Gwen Johnson)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider multiple requests for new residential subdivisions and zoning map amendments. The agenda also includes a public hearing on ordinance amendments regarding construction plans, drainage requirements, and landscaping.

• 39-lot subdivision plat for The Preserve Part 3 on Denison Avenue
• Rezoning of property at the north terminus of Morrison Street
• Rezoning of 6.76 acres at South Dubuque Street and North Liberty Road to C-3
• 68-lot subdivision plat for Liberty Villas on North Dubuque Street
• Ordinance amendments regarding construction plans, drainage, and landscaping

The Planning Commission voted to forward several development requests to the City Council with recommendations for approval, including a 39-lot subdivision, three zoning map amendments, a 68-lot subdivision, and a zoning ordinance amendment. One subdivision request was tabled to allow further discussion with a homeowners association. All votes were unanimous except one rezoning, which passed 6-1.

• Approved forwarding The Preserve Part 3 preliminary plat (39 lots) to City Council (7-0)
• Approved forwarding MLDC, Inc. rezoning (RS-6 to RS-9/RD-10) to City Council (6-1)
• Approved forwarding CMW Properties rezoning (ID to C-3) to City Council (7-0)
• Approved forwarding Scanlon Family/Penn Township rezoning (ID to RS-4) to City Council (7-0)
• Tabled North Ridge Parts 2 & 3 preliminary plat to August meeting (7-0)
• Approved forwarding Liberty Villas preliminary plat (68 lots) to City Council (7-0)
• Approved forwarding zoning ordinance amendment to City Council (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a proposal for a General Obligation Loan Agreement and a rezoning ordinance for The Preserve. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding park speed limits and discussions on social service grant funding. Additionally, the council will review several construction pay applications and contract change orders.

• Rezoning of The Preserve to RS-9 Single-Unit Residence District
• Public hearing on proposed speed limit amendments for city parks
• Proposal for a General Obligation Loan Agreement via the 2022A Bond Sale
• $154,905.49 pay application for North Dubuque Street Project
• Services agreement with Shive-Hattery, Inc. for Heritage Drainage Improvements Project

The North Liberty City Council approved a $130,000 social service funding package for 22 organizations, with the Center for Worker Justice receiving $0. The council also approved the Watts Annexation, a $2022A bond sale, the FY 23 salary resolution, and several other resolutions and ordinances. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $130,000 in FY23 social service grants to 22 organizations (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-58 for Watts Annexation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-59 for 2022A Bond Sale (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-60 for FY23 salaries (unanimous)
• Accepted $300 civil penalties from Liberty Doors, Inc. and The Station, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-64 for Heritage Drainage Improvements with Shive-Hattery (unanimous)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2022-13 for park speed limits (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-11 for The Preserve rezoning to RS-9 (unanimous)

Library Board

The North Liberty Community Library Board of Trustees will meet to conduct a review of the Internet and Technology Policy. The meeting also includes budget, director, and staff reports.

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

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a $9,400,000 bond sale proposal and mobile food unit regulations. The agenda also includes second consideration of a rezoning ordinance for The Preserve and approval of police union contracts. Additionally, the council will review construction payments for local road projects.

• Public hearing on a bond sale proposal not to exceed $9,400,000
• Second consideration of rezoning ordinance for The Preserve
• Public hearing regarding mobile food unit ordinance amendments
• Approval of police officer and sergeant union contracts
• Payment of $33,940.03 for Jones Boulevard Extension construction

The North Liberty City Council approved two collective bargaining agreements with police unions, set a public hearing for a $9.4 million bond sale, and advanced a mobile food unit ordinance. All votes were unanimous. The council also approved several resolutions for construction projects and accepted a goal-setting report.

• Approved police officers union contract (Resolution 2022-51) unanimously
• Approved police sergeants union contract (Resolution 2022-52) unanimously
• Set public hearing for $9.4M general obligation bond sale (Resolution 2022-56) unanimously
• Approved bond counsel engagement with Dorsey & Whitney (Resolution 2022-57) unanimously
• Approved first consideration of mobile food units ordinance (Ordinance 2022-12) unanimously
• Approved second consideration of rezoning to RS-9 district (Ordinance 2022-11) unanimously
• Approved temporary construction easement for Dubuque Street project (Resolution 2022-53) unanimously
• Approved addendum for Forevergreen Road project (Resolution 2022-54) unanimously

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review parks and recreation/pool reports. No specific new or old business items are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of May 5, 2022 minutes
• Parks Report
• Recreation/Pool Report

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting was largely informational, with no new or old business on the agenda. Members approved the minutes from the May 5 meeting and received updates on park maintenance, pool projects, and upcoming events. No substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May 5, 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Laura Olds, second by Shannon Greene)

City Council

The North Liberty City Council approved a budget amendment for FY2022, adopted a rezoning for Liberty Villas, and gave first consideration to a rezoning in The Preserve. The council also discussed ARPA fund priorities, focusing on a splash pad, social services, and affordable housing. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved FY2022 budget amendment (Resolution 2022-44) (5-0)
• Adopted Liberty Villas rezoning to RS-6 and RM-12 PAD (Ordinance 2022-10) (5-0)
• Approved first consideration of The Preserve rezoning to RS-9 (Ordinance 2022-11) (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including pay applications and change orders (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved claims/payables (5-0)

Library Board

The North Liberty Community Library Board of Trustees will review the board's by-laws during this meeting. The agenda also includes reports on the budget, staff introductions, and a strategic planning overview.

• Review of Library Board of Trustees By-Laws
• Budget report
• Strategic planning overview
• Approval of April minutes

The North Liberty Library Board approved the April meeting minutes and the Library Board of Trustees By-Laws by voice vote. They discussed the FY2023-2025 Strategic Plan, noting it as a living document, and tabled the board member self-assessment until the June meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Library Board of Trustees By-Laws (voice vote)
• Tabled board member self-assessment until June meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider a development site plan for Front Street Place and a services agreement for the Centennial Park Project. The meeting also includes second considerations for Liberty Villas rezoning and zoning ordinance amendments.

• Resolution 2022-48: Development Site Plan for Lot 1, Front Street Place
• Services Agreement with Shive-Hattery, Inc. for Centennial Park Project
• Second consideration of Liberty Villas rezoning ordinance
• $359,640.24 pay application for Ranshaw Way Phase 5 Improvements
• $12,907.95 change order for Ranshaw Way Phase 5 Improvements

The North Liberty City Council approved the Matnic site plan for Lot 1, Front Street Place, a services agreement with Shive-Hattery for the Centennial Park Project, the second consideration of a rezoning for Liberty Villas, and the third consideration of a zoning ordinance amendment. All votes were unanimous. The meeting also included reports on city projects and community events.

• Approved Resolution 2022-48 for Matnic site plan (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-49 for Centennial Park services agreement with Shive-Hattery (5-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2022-10 for Liberty Villas rezoning (5-0)
• Approved third consideration and adoption of Ordinance 2022-09 zoning amendment (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including change order and pay application for Ranshaw Way Phase 5 (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review parks and recreation/pool reports. This meeting consists primarily of routine reports and reminders regarding expiring board terms and the City Comprehensive Plan.

• Approval of April 7, 2002 minutes
• Parks and Recreation/Pool reports
• Reminder of expiring board terms
• Community Vision/City Comprehensive Plan updates

The Parks & Recreation Commission meeting on May 5, 2022, was primarily informational, with no formal votes or decisions taken. Staff reported on ongoing issues including a pool leak, staffing shortages, and park maintenance projects. The commission approved the April minutes and noted upcoming board member terms.

• Approved April minutes (motion by Laura Olds, second by Kevin Stibal)
• No other formal decisions or votes were recorded

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan for two 12-unit multi-family buildings at 10 Jaro Way. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding a rezoning request near Denison Avenue. Additionally, there will be a presentation about the new City Hall.

• Site plan for two 12-unit multi-family buildings at 10 Jaro Way
• Rezoning from RS-6 to RS-9 on property south of Denison Avenue
• Presentation regarding New City Hall

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a site plan for two 12-unit multi-family buildings at 10 Jaro Way and a zoning map amendment from RS-6 to RS-9 on Denison Avenue. Both items were forwarded to the City Council with recommendations for approval. No public comments were offered on either item.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Recommended approval of site plan for two 12-unit multi-family buildings at 10 Jaro Way (5-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment from RS-6 to RS-9 on Denison Avenue (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 5, 2022 meeting (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

City Council

The North Liberty City Council will review several rezoning requests for the Liberty Villas and Matnic properties. The agenda also includes decisions on updating voting precincts and approving contracts for infrastructure projects. Additionally, the council will consider a legal settlement regarding Highway 965.

• Rezoning of Liberty Villas property
• Contract for Jones Boulevard Extension Project
• Contract for Community Center Roof Replacement
• Amendment of voting precincts within North Liberty
• Storm Water GIS mapping agreement with SAM, LLC

The North Liberty City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including contracts for the Jones Boulevard extension and Community Center roof replacement, a rezoning for Liberty Villas, and a voting precincts ordinance. All votes were unanimous except for the precincts ordinance, which passed 3-1 with Councilor Smith dissenting.

• Approved Resolution 2022-38 settling a legal claim for Highway 965 Phase 2 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-39 accepting bid and contract for Jones Boulevard Improvements (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-40 accepting bid and contract for Community Center Roof Replacement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-31 vacating an easement at Liberty Centre (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-42 approving drainage and storm sewer easement agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-43 for Storm Water GPS Mapping and GIS Development (4-0)
• Approved Resolutions 2022-44 and 2022-45 for The Preserve Part 2A developer's agreement and final plat (4-0 each)
• Approved rezoning for Liberty Villas (Resolution 2022-46 and first consideration of Ordinance 2022-10) (4-0)

Library Board

The North Liberty Community Library Board will review its proctoring and volunteer policies. The meeting also includes reports on the budget, staff introductions, and a strategic planning update.

• Proctoring policy review
• Volunteer policy review
• Budget report
• Strategic planning update

The North Liberty Library Board approved minutes, policy updates, and a wage increase for Library Assistants. The board also voted to support a grant application for a Transportation Solutions Program, pending review of the application.

• Approved January and March meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Library Assistant positions wage increase
• Approved Proctoring Policy with grammar and pronoun edits (voice vote)
• Approved Volunteer Policy with grammar and pronoun edits (voice vote)
• Supported North Liberty Library Transportation Solutions Program grant application pending reading (voice vote)

Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board

The board will review tree reports, including the approved MidAmerican 2022 Trees Please Grant for West Lakes. The meeting also covers stormwater updates regarding IDNR grants and pet waste management.

• Approved MidAmerican 2022 Trees Please Grant Application (West Lakes)
• Tree City USA 2021 Application approval (26th year)
• Report on Muddy Creek Clean-up
• Discussion of Emerald Ash Borer treatment
• Completion of the second and final phase of IDNR grant

The Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board approved the January 2022 minutes and received updates on grants and programs. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; all other items were informational.

• Approved January 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Vaske, second by McGrane)

City Council

The North Liberty City Council will consider various development proposals, including site plans for Archies Brake and Lube and Solomon’s Landing Apartments. The meeting also includes discussions on property annexations and updates to the city's zoning ordinance. A public hearing is scheduled regarding the Jones Boulevard Extension Project.

• Ranshaw Way Phase 5 Project change order ($4,100) and pay application ($69,104.80)
• Public hearing for the Jones Boulevard Extension Project plans and cost estimates
• Proposed ordinance to prohibit nicotine products in parks and on trails
• Rezoning of 10 Jaro Way to a Multiple-Unit Residential District
• Annexation of property for Colony 1927, LLC and CMW Properties, LLC

The North Liberty City Council approved several development-related items, including site plans for Archies Brake and Lube and Solomon's Landing Apartments, preliminary plats for Forevergreen Estates and Solomon's Landing, annexations for Colony and CMW Properties, and the Jones Boulevard Extension Project. The council also adopted ordinances prohibiting nicotine products in parks and trails, and amended zoning for Solomon Holdings and Matnic properties. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the Forevergreen Estates plat.

• Approved Resolution 2022-29 for Archies Brake and Lube site plan (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-30 for Forevergreen Estates preliminary plat (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolutions 2022-08 and 2022-09 for Colony annexation and wildlife agreement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-31 for CMW Properties annexation (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-32 for Commercial Drive Extension financing (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-33 for Jones Boulevard Extension Project (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-06 prohibiting nicotine products in parks and trails (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-07 and approved Resolutions 2022-36 and 2022-37 for Solomon Holdings and Solomon's Landing (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss renewal steps for board member terms expiring June 30. The meeting also includes the approval of March 3, 2022, minutes and various department reports.

• Approval of March 3, 2022, meeting minutes
• Renewal steps for board member terms expiring June 30 (Jeremy Parrish and Laura Olds)
• Parks and Recreation/Pool reports

The North Liberty Parks and Recreation Commission meeting on April 7, 2022, was primarily informational, with no formal votes or decisions made. The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting and discussed various park and community center updates, including seasonal hiring, facility maintenance, and upcoming events.

• Approved March 3 minutes (motion by Kevin Stibal, second by Jeremy Parrish)
• Noted expiring terms for Jeremy Parrish and Laura Olds on June 30; members must reapply if they wish to return
• Discussed hiring 12 seasonal employees; 2 hired, 5-6 positions still open
• Reviewed roof replacement bids for Community Center; award expected at city council meeting in late April
• Noted trout stocking at Liberty Center Pond; fishing requires license and trout stamp
• Discussed dog park issues; considering mulch as alternative to turf grass
• Scheduled creek cleanup for April 9, 9-11:30 AM at Rec Center north parking lot
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Jeremy Parrish, second by Laura Olds)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider rezoning 25.64 acres on North Dubuque Street from commercial and industrial to residential. The meeting also includes reviews for several new residential subdivisions and a multi-unit housing site plan. Additionally, the commission will hear a request to amend certain zoning code standards.

• Rezoning 25.64 acres on North Dubuque Street from commercial/industrial to residential
• 129-lot subdivision at West Forevergreen Road and South Kansas Avenue
• 118-lot subdivision on the north side of West Penn Street
• Site plan for 352 multi-unit residences on North Jones Boulevard
• Zoning code amendments regarding masonry requirements and garage use standards

City Council

The North Liberty City Council met in a special session and approved the agenda. The main item was a goal-setting work session for 2022 to 2024, conducted with Elizabeth Hanson. No formal decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the session.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Conducted goal-setting work session for 2022-2024

City Council

The City Council will review rezoning requests for 10 Jaro Way and properties near West Penn Street. A public hearing is scheduled regarding the Scanlon & Penn Township annexation and the Community Center roof replacement project. The council will also consider an ordinance to prohibit nicotine products in parks and on trails.

• Rezoning of 10 Jaro Way (Ordinance 2022-08)
• Scanlon & Penn Township annexation public hearing
• Prohibiting nicotine products in parks and trails (Ordinance 2022-06)
• Community Center Roof Replacement Project plans and costs
• Electric Service Agreement with Interstate Power and Light Company

The North Liberty City Council approved the first consideration of a rezoning for 10 Jaro Way to RM-21, the annexation of property from Penn Township, and several resolutions including an electric service agreement, community center roof replacement, and multiple settlement agreements. All votes were unanimous. No public comments were received during the public hearings.

• Approved first consideration of rezoning at 10 Jaro Way to RM-21 (5-0)
• Approved annexation of property from Penn Township (5-0)
• Approved Electric Service Agreement with Interstate Power and Light (5-0)
• Approved Community Center Roof Replacement Project plans and cost (5-0)
• Approved escrow agreement for The Preserve Part One (5-0)
• Approved settlement with Seelman for SW Growth Area project (5-0)
• Approved settlement and warranty deed with Estate of William Simmons (5-0)
• Approved easement and warranty deed with Solomon Holdings (5-0)

Library Board

The North Liberty Community Library Board of Trustees will hear various reports and conduct policy reviews. No specific new business or old business items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of January minutes
• Review of mission statement policy
• Review of hotspot circulation policy
• Review of planning for results policy
• Staff, budget, and director reports

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2023 annual budget and capital improvements plan. The council will also consider zoning amendments for Solomon Holdings, LLC and a setback reduction for Vintage Estates. Additionally, an ordinance to prohibit smoking in parks and on trails is up for first consideration.

• Public hearing for the FY 2023 annual budget and capital improvements plan
• Zoning map amendment for property north of West Penn Street (Ordinance 2022-07)
• Ordinance to prohibit smoking in parks and on trails (Ordinance 2022-06)
• Rear yard setback reduction for Vintage Estates (Ordinance 2022-05)
• Liquor license renewals for Quail Creek Golf Course and Blue Bird Café

The City Council approved the FY2023 annual budget and capital improvements plan by a 3-1 vote, with Councilor Sittig dissenting. They also approved a site plan amendment for the Stiltner Electric Development, a zoning map amendment for property on West Penn Street, and a smoking ban in parks and trails. The Vintage Estates PAD amendment was adopted on its third consideration, reducing rear yard setbacks from 30 to 25 feet.

• Adopted FY2023 budget and capital improvements plan (3-1)
• Approved Stiltner site plan amendment (4-0)
• Approved stormwater maintenance easement with TSS Investments (4-0)
• Approved first consideration of zoning map amendment for West Penn Street property (4-0)
• Approved first consideration of ordinance prohibiting smoking in parks and trails (4-0)
• Adopted Vintage Estates PAD amendment reducing rear yard setback to 25 feet (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will approve minutes from January 6, 2022, and welcome Laura Olds to the board. The meeting includes reports on parks and recreation/pool facilities, as well as updates regarding the City Comprehensive Plan.

• Welcome new board member Laura Olds
• Parks and Recreation/Pool reports
• Community Vision/City Comprehensive Plan updates

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed maximum tax levy for fiscal year 2023. The meeting also includes discussions on transit and updates to the city's zoning and rental codes.

• Public hearing for the FY 2023 maximum tax levy
• Rezoning of property near Denison Avenue and Brook Ridge Avenue
• Amendment to Vintage Estates PAD regarding rear yard setbacks
• Emergency siren contract with Frontline Plus Fire and Rescue
• Right-of-way acquisition for the Jones Boulevard Extension Project

The North Liberty City Council approved the FY2021 audit, set the maximum tax levy for FY2023, and adopted several ordinances including rezoning, rental code changes, and zoning code updates. They also approved right-of-way acquisitions for the Jones Boulevard project and Christine Grant Elementary, an emergency siren contract, and a newspaper designation. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved FY2021 audit report (Resolution 2022-12) (4-0)
• Approved FY2023 maximum tax levy (Resolution 2022-13) (4-0)
• Designated The Gazette as official newspaper (Resolution 2022-14) (4-0)
• Accepted right-of-way deed for Christine Grant Elementary (Resolution 2022-15) (4-0)
• Approved right-of-way purchase for Jones Boulevard Extension (Resolution 2022-16) (4-0)
• Approved emergency siren contract with Frontline Plus Fire and Rescue (Resolution 2022-17) (4-0)
• Adopted zoning code amendments (Ordinance 2022-02) (4-0)
• Adopted rental code amendments (Ordinance 2022-03) (4-0)

City Council

The Council will discuss a wage theft proposal and receive an update on the City Administration Campus design. The agenda also includes resolutions for the Colony annexation and service agreements for community center projects.

• Colony Annexation and Wildlife Conservation Agreement with Colony 1927, LLC
• Service agreements with Shive-Hattery, Inc. for Community Center projects
• Watts Rezoning to RD-10 Two Unit Residence District
• Amendments to City Zoning and Rental Codes
• $17,161.75 payment for Centennial Park Loop Road Project

The North Liberty City Council approved resolutions for the Community Center Facility Plan and Roof Replacement Project with Shive-Hattery, Inc., and passed several ordinances including zoning and rental code updates. The council also discussed a wage theft proposal from the Center for Worker Justice, expressing consensus to support it, but no formal action was taken.

• Approved Resolution 2022-10 for Community Center Facility Plan services (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-11 for Community Center Roof Replacement services (4-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2022-01 (Watts Rezoning) (4-0)
• Approved amendments to zoning code ordinance (4-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2022-02 (Zoning Code) (4-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2022-03 (Rental Code) (4-0)
• Approved second consideration of Ordinance 2022-04 (City Rezonings) (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including pay applications and change order (all ayes)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing regarding a conditional use request from Colony Acres, LLC. The application seeks an agricultural experience permit for approximately 63.17 acres on the east side of Front Street NE.

• Conditional Use request for Agricultural Experience at 2780 Front Street NE
• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson

The Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use permit for Colony Acres, LLC, dba Colony Pumpkin Patch, to operate an agricultural experience on 63.17 acres at 2780 Front Street NE. The approval was subject to conditions including annexation into the city and allowing non-conforming buildings to be used. The vote was 4-0.

• Approved Agricultural Experience Conditional Use for Colony Pumpkin Patch (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Elected Ruttum as Chairperson (4-0)
• Elected Gulick as Vice Chairperson (4-0)
• Approved previous minutes (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a conditional use request for an agricultural experience on approximately 63.17 acres. The meeting also includes a site plan review for a new building at 340 Herky Street and an amendment to a planned area development on South Jones Boulevard.

• Conditional use request for an agricultural experience at 2780 Front Street NE
• Site plan for a new building at 340 Herky Street
• Amendment to a planned area development on South Jones Boulevard

The North Liberty Planning Commission voted to forward three requests to the Board of Adjustment or City Council with recommendations for approval. These include a conditional use for the Colony Pumpkin Patch, a site plan for TSS Investments, and an amendment to the Vintage Estates PAD. All motions passed unanimously with one absence.

• Forwarded Agricultural Experience Conditional Use for Colony Pumpkin Patch (63.17 acres at 2780 Front Street NE) to Board of Adjustment with approval recommendation (6-0)
• Forwarded site plan for TSS Investments new building at 340 Herky Street to City Council with approval recommendation (6-0)
• Forwarded amendment to Vintage Estates RS-4 PAD (8.42 acres west of South Jones Boulevard) to City Council with approval recommendation (6-0)
• Approved minutes of January 4, 2022 meeting (all ayes)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the FY 2023 budget presentation and several land use proposals. Items include site plans for Field Day Brewing Company and Taco Bell at Liberty Centre. The council will also consider updates to the city's Zoning Code and Rental Code.

• Site plans for Field Day Brewing Company and Taco Bell at Liberty Centre
• Rezoning of property on the south side of Denison Avenue
• Amendments to the city Zoning Code and Rental Code
• Funding agreement with North Liberty Community Pantry
• Discussion regarding a Council vacancy

The North Liberty City Council held a regular session on January 25, 2022, where they discussed the FY2023 budget, including capital improvement projects for fire, parks, streets, and stormwater, but took no formal vote on the budget. They approved several site plans, including Field Day Brewing Company and Taco Bell, and advanced first consideration of ordinances for rezoning, zoning code amendments, rental code changes, and city-wide rezonings. They also approved a social services funding agreement with the North Liberty Community Pantry and voted to hold a special election to fill a council vacancy.

• Approved Resolution 2022-04: Social Services Funding Agreement with North Liberty Community Pantry (4-0, Sittig abstained)
• Approved Resolution 2022-05: Field Day Brewing Company site plan (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-06: Taco Bell site plan (4-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2022-01: Watts rezoning to RD-10 (4-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2022-02: Zoning code amendments (4-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2022-03: Rental code amendments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-07: Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map Amendment (4-0)
• Approved first consideration of Ordinance 2022-04: City rezonings (4-0)

Library Board

The North Liberty Community Library Board of Trustees will review the Service Policy and Child & Vulnerable Adults Safety Policy. The meeting includes reports on the budget, director, and staff. A personnel policy statement is also scheduled for discussion.

• Review of Service Policy
• Review of Child & Vulnerable Adults Safety Policy
• Personnel Policy Statement discussion
• Budget report

The North Liberty Library Board approved updates to the Service Policy and Child & Vulnerable Adults Safety Policy, and approved a Personnel Policy Statement. The Service Policy changes remove the government-issued photo ID requirement and use gender-neutral language. The board also heard reports on budget status, staff introductions, and ongoing initiatives.

• Approved December meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Service Policy updates removing photo ID requirement and using gender-neutral language (voice vote)
• Approved Child & Vulnerable Adults Safety Policy language updates (voice vote)
• Approved Personnel Policy Statement referencing City of North Liberty personnel policy (voice vote)

City Council

The North Liberty City Council is holding a special session to review and discuss department budgets within the General, Utilities, and Road Use Tax Funds. This includes reviewing allocations for Public Safety, Public Works, Culture and Recreation, Community and Economic Development, and General Government. A follow-up meeting is scheduled for January 25 to address budget modifications and capital projects.

• General Fund department budgets
• Road Use Tax Budget
• Water Budget
• Wastewater Budget
• Storm Water Budget

The City Council held a special session to review the proposed FY23 budget, covering all major funds including General Fund, Public Safety, Public Works, and utilities. No formal votes were taken on the budget; the session was informational, with staff presenting summaries and answering council questions. The meeting concluded with a reminder of the upcoming Capital Projects work session on January 25.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Reviewed General Fund budget including proposed tax levy increase
• Reviewed Public Safety budgets for Police, Fire, Building Inspection, Animal Control, Emergency Management
• Reviewed Public Works budgets for trash and transit programs
• Reviewed Health and Social Services budget
• Reviewed Culture and Recreation budgets for Library, Recreation, Parks, Cemetery, Aquatic Center, Community Center
• Reviewed Community and Economic Development budgets
• Reviewed General Government, Road Use Tax, Storm Water, Wastewater, and Water budgets

Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board

The board will review tree reports, including grant applications for West Lakes and Tree City USA. Discussions also include a proposed landscaping/forestry/arborist position and stormwater management topics such as street flooding and salt usage.

• MidAmerican 2022 Trees Please Grant Application (West Lakes)
• Tree City USA 2021 Application
• Proposed new Landscaping/Forestry/Arborist position
• Muddy Creek & Bike Trail clean-up day on April 9th
• Storm Water Management Campaign & Logo development

The Tree & Stormwater Advisory Board approved the November 2021 minutes and heard updates on grant applications, tree trimming, and a proposed arborist position. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; all other items were informational.

• Approved minutes from November 10, 2021 meeting (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will consider rezoning property at the corner of West Forevergreen Road and South Kansas Avenue. The meeting includes a public hearing for an Urban Renewal Plan Amendment loan agreement. Members will also discuss a vacancy on the City Council.

• Rezoning of Bowman Property LLC at W Forevergreen Rd and S Kansas Ave
• Public hearing for a General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreement
• $190,952.74 payment for Ranshaw Way Phase 5 Improvements Project
• Resolution regarding electrical backfeed hazards with South Slope Cooperative Telephone Company
• Discussion of a vacant City Council position

The North Liberty City Council approved the third and final consideration of Ordinance 2021-18, rezoning property at the northeast corner of West Forevergreen Road and South Kansas Avenue to allow a mix of residential and commercial uses. The council also approved resolutions for an urban renewal loan agreement, a conditional use application for Johnson County, and an electrical backfeed agreement with South Slope Cooperative Telephone Company. The council discussed filling a vacancy but took no action, deferring it to the next meeting.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-18 rezoning at Forevergreen Rd & Kansas Ave (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-01 for General Obligation Urban Renewal Loan Agreement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-02 for Green Conditional Use Application (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-03 for Shared Power Agreement with South Slope Cooperative (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including pay applications and final acceptance (all ayes)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will hear a presentation regarding a proposed tobacco and nicotine-free parks ordinance. The meeting also includes discussion of the 'Connected to Tomorrow' community planning effort for the city's 2040 vision. Additionally, the board will address a vacancy following Marcia Z's resignation.

• Tobacco/nicotine-free Parks Ordinance Proposal presentation
• 'Connected to Tomorrow' community plan discussion
• Board opening due to Marcia Z resignation
• Commission purpose and mission discussion

The Parks and Recreation Commission voted to recommend that the City Council adopt a resolution or ordinance making parks tobacco/nicotine-free, following a presentation by a health educator and Troop 270. The recommendation will be forwarded to city administration. The commission also approved the December 2, 2021 minutes with a correction to a misspelled name. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and discussion.

• Recommended tobacco/nicotine-free parks ordinance to City Council (motion and second)
• Approved December 2, 2021 minutes with correction noted

Planning Commission

The commission will consider site plans for a new micro-brewery and a Taco Bell. Members will also hold public hearings for zoning code amendments and several rezoning requests. Additionally, the board will review a request to change land use from residential to commercial on South Jones Boulevard.

• Conditional Use request for an agricultural experience at 2780 Front Street NE
• Site Plan approval for a micro-brewery at 925 and 945 Liberty Way
• Site Plan approval for a Taco Bell at 1000 Liberty Way
• Zoning Code Amendment regarding development and sign regulations
• Rezoning requests for West Forevergreen Road, Jaro Way, and West Penn Street

The Planning Commission voted to forward a site plan for a new micro-brewery at 925 and 945 Liberty Way to the City Council with a recommendation for approval subject to nine conditions. It also forwarded a site plan for a new Taco Bell at 1000 Liberty Way with one condition. The Commission recommended approval of a zoning code amendment with a condition prohibiting certain uses in the Villas at Liberty Executive Square, and forwarded a Comprehensive Plan amendment and zoning map amendments, all to the City Council. A conditional use application for 2780 Front Street NE was tabled.

• Tabled 2780 Front Street NE Conditional Use Application
• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Forwarded Brewland LLC micro-brewery site plan to City Council with recommendation for approval (9 conditions)
• Forwarded Taco Bell site plan to City Council with recommendation for approval (1 condition)
• Recommended approval of zoning code ordinance amendments with condition prohibiting certain uses in Villas at Liberty Executive Square
• Forwarded Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Residential to Public) to City Council with recommendation for approval
• Forwarded zoning map amendments to City Council with recommendation for approval
• Approved minutes of December 7, 2021 meeting (all ayes)