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City of Tiffin, Iowa
Meeting: Tiffin Regular City Council Meeting
Place: Tiffin City Hall, 300 Railroad Street, Tiffin, Iowa 52340
Date/Time: September 15, 2020 7:00 PM
Web Page: www.tiffin-iowa.org
Posted: September 11, 2020 (website & front entry of City Hall)
Ma yor: Steven Berner City Administrator: Doug Boldt
Council At Large: Jim Bartels City Attorney: Robert Michael/Crystal Raiber
Council At Large: Al Havens Mayor Pro-Tem City Clerk: Abigail Hora
Council At Large: Eric Schnedler D. of Public Works: Brett Mehmen
Council At Large: Chris Olney
Council At Large: Skylar Limkemann
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Work Session - Call to Order 6:15 PM
A. Roll Call
The City of Tiffin City Council held a work session Tuesday, September 15, 2020, at the City Hall Council
Chambers. Mayor Berner called the meeting to order at 6:16 PM. Upon roll being called the following
members were present: Jim Bartels present via phone, Al Havens, Eric Schnedler, Christine Olney and Skylar
Limkemann. Others present City Administrator Doug Boldt, City Clerk Abigail Hora and Building Official
Brian Shay.
B. Agenda Additions/Agenda Approval
Motion to approve agenda by Schnedler.
Second by Havens.
All ayes, agenda approved.
C. Discussion and Update for the Property located at 3235 Ireland Avenue Annexation, Zoning and
Site Plan Chad Payne, Half Moon Kennels
Discussion: Chad Payne proposed a 30,000 sq ft building that is everything dogs with an indoor dog park.
He would like to be annexed into the City. Brian Shay recommended he zone the property R-1E.
D. Discussion and Review of Park Place City Center Part Two, Phase 6 Lot 33 Restricted Use
Permit
Discussion: Building Official Brian Shay wanted council direction on the drawing of Park Place City
Center Part Two, Phase 6. Council has okayed this drawing.
E. Review of Bids for the Tiffin Trail Project Phase 7
F. Questions from Council Members regarding items on the Regular City Council Agenda
G. Other Business
H. Adjournment
Motion to adjourn by Schnedler.
Second by Havens.
All ayes, meeting adjourned at 6:57 PM
A. Regular Session - Call to Order 7:00 PM
B. Roll Call
The City of Tiffin City Council held a regular session Tuesday, September 15, 2020, at the City Hall Council
Chambers. Mayor Berner called the meeting to order at 7:02 PM. Upon roll being called the following
members were present: Jim Bartels present via phone, Al Havens, Eric Schnedler, Christine Olney and Skylar
Limkemann. Others present City Administrator Doug Boldt, City Clerk Abigail Hora, Building Official Brian
Shay and others present.
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C.Agenda Additions/Agenda Approval
Motion to approve agenda by Bartels.
Second by Havens.
All ayes, agenda approved.
D. Communications and Reports
1. Unscheduled
If you wish to address the City Council on subjects pertaining to tong agenda, please wait until that item on the
agenda is reached. If you wish to address the City Council on an item not on the agenda, please approach the lectern and
give your name and address for the public record before discussing your item.
If anyone would like to address the City Council but is unable to attend the Council
Meeting, you can do so by telephone by calling 319-545-2572 ext. 0 at 7:00 p.m.
E. Consent Agenda
Note: These are routine items and will be enacted by one motion without separate discussion
unless a Council Member requests separate consideration.
1. Approval of City Council Minutes
2. Approval of Clerk/Treasurers Report
Motion to approve consent agenda which includes City Council Minutes and Clerk/Treasurers Report by
Havens.
Second by Olney.
All ayes, consent agenda approved.
F. Mayoral Proclamation
1.
G. Public Hearing
1. Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 2020-475 An Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Map
of the City of Tiffin, Iowa, to Rezone 505 South Park Road (Madden Addition) from R-1E to R-2,
R-1D and R-1B, in the City of Tiffin, Iowa
a. Close Public Hearing and Proceed to H-1
Motion to open Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 2020-475 An Ordinance Amending the
Official Zoning Map of the City of Tiffin, Iowa, to Rezone 505 South Park Road (Madden
Addition) from R-1E to R-2, R-1D and R-1B, in the City of Tiffin, Iowa by Schnedler.
Second by Limkemann.
Roll Call: Olney, Schnedler, Bartels, Limkemann, Havens.
Discussion: Nothing Received at City Hall.
Public Present: Dan Sweeting with Midwest Home Builders present and addressed concerns. He
has proposed 84 unit subdivision. Dan will be adding a pond to add to the buffer on the north
property line as well as trees to the south property line. The City will be reducing the speed limit
on South Park Road from 35 to 25.
John Marner with MMS is present on behalf of Midwest Home Builders. Discussed the north
detention basin as well as the trees on the south property line.
Bev Vermace, 400 South Park Road, stated the density of the proposed area being too high for the
current area. She also addresses the visibility concerns, lack of sidewalks and safety of South Park
Road.
Steve Courtright, 14 Gable Way, stated the concern of the visibility of on South Park Road. He
also echoes the concerns of the neighbors.
Craig McNiel, 250 South Park Road, stated his concern on the proposed area in regards to the
density, safety and additional cars in the area.
Adam Densmore, 16 Gable Way, stated he would like a development similar to Gable Way/Park
Ridge and could fit in more in the area. He would also like the driveway placement into the new
subdivision be revisited.
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Shannon Prince, 20 Gable Way, statedhisconcerns of safety onSouth Park Road. He also
mentioned he reached out to Council and City Administrator and requested the developer reach
out to him and or Josh Holt and he did not.
John Soenen, 20 Park Place, stated his concerns in regard to safety and would like the small town
feel to remain.
Tim Power, 30 Park Place, stated that even though the proposed development meets the city
standard he feels that it just doesnt fit the area. Would like to see South Park Road urbanized
sooner.
Motion to close Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 2020-475 An Ordinance Amending the
Official Zoning Map of the City of Tiffin, Iowa, to Rezone 505 South Park Road (Madden
Addition) from R-1E to R-2, R-1D and R-1B, in the City of Tiffin, Iowa by Havens.
Second by Schnedler.
Roll Call: Schnedler, Bartels, Limkemann, Havens, Olney.
2. Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 2020-476 An Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Map
of the City of Tiffin, Iowa, to Rezone the property formally known as the Lundt Property from
R-1E to M-2, in the City of Tiffin, Iowa
a. Close Public Hearing and Proceed to H-2
Motion to open Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 2020-476 An Ordinance Amending the
Official Zoning Map of the City of Tiffin, Iowa, to Rezone the property formally known as the
Lundt Property from R-1E to M-2, in the City of Tiffin, Iowa by Havens.
Second by Schnedler.
Roll Call: Limkemann, Havens, Olney, Schnedler, Bartels.
Discussion: Nothing Received at City Hall.
Motion to close Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 2020-476 An Ordinance Amending the
Official Zoning Map of the City of Tiffin, Iowa, to Rezone the property formally known as the
Lundt Property from R-1E to M-2, in the City of Tiffin, Iowa by Schnedler.
Second by Limkemann.
Roll Call: Havens, Olney, Schnedler, Bartels, Limkemann.
3. Public Hearing on the Plans, Specifications, Form of Contract and Estimate of Cost for the Tiffin
Trail Project Phase 7
a. Close Public Hearing and Proceed to I-1
Motion to open Public Hearing on the Plans, Specifications, Form of Contract and Estimate of
Cost for the Tiffin Trail Project Phase 7 by Havens.
Second by Olney.
Roll Call: Schnedler, Bartels, Limkemann, Havens, Olney.
Discussion: Nothing Received at City Hall.
Motion to close Public Hearing on the Plans, Specifications, Form of Contract and Estimate of
Cost for the Tiffin Trail Project Phase 7 by Schnedler.
Second by Bartels.
Roll Call: Bartels, Limkemann, Havens, Olney, Schnedler.
4. Public Hearing to Vacate the Sanitary Sewer and Utility Easement on Lot 2, Villages of Tiffin
Phase One, Tiffin, Iowa
a. Close Public Hearing and Proceed to I-3
Motion to open Public Hearing to Vacate the Sanitary Sewer and Utility Easement on Lot 2,
Villages of Tiffin Phase One, Tiffin, Iowa by Havens.
Second by Limkemann.
Roll Call: Havens, Olney, Schnedler, Bartels, Limkemann.
Discussion: Nothing Received at City Hall.
Motion to close Public Hearing to Vacate the Sanitary Sewer and Utility Easement on Lot 2,
Villages of Tiffin Phase One, Tiffin, Iowa by Olney.
Second by Schnedler.
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Roll Call: Olney, Schnedler, Bartels, Limkemann, Havens.
H. Ordinance Approval/Amendment
1. Ordinance No. 2020-475 An Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Map of the City of Tiffin,
Iowa, to Rezone 505 South Park Road (Madden Addition) from R-1E to R-2, R-1D and R-1B, in
the City of Tiffin, Iowa
a. Motion to Approve First Reading and Proceed to Second Reading
Motion to approve Ordinance No. 2020-475 An Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Map
of the City of Tiffin, Iowa, to Rezone 505 South Park Road (Madden Addition) from R-1E to R-2,
R-1D and R-1B, in the City of Tiffin, Iowa by Schnedler.
Second by Olney.
Roll Call: Schnedler, Olney, Havens, Limkemann, Bartels.
All ayes, first reading approved.
2. Ordinance No. 2020-476 An Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Map of the City of Tiffin,
Iowa, to Rezone the property formally known as the Lundt Property from R-1E to M-2, in the
City of Tiffin, Iowa
a. Motion to Approve First Reading and Proceed to Second Reading
Motion to approve Public Hearing on Ordinance No. 2020-476 An Ordinance Amending the
Official Zoning Map of the City of Tiffin, Iowa, to Rezone the property formally known as the
Lundt Property from R-1E to M-2, in the City of Tiffin, Iowa by Havens.
Second by Limkemann.
Roll Call: Olney, Schnedler, Bartels, Limkemann, Havens.
All ayes, first reading approved.
I. Resolutions for Approval
1. Resolution 2020-072 A Resolution Approving Plans, Specifications, Form of Contract and
Estimate of Cost for the Tiffin Trail Project Phase 7. Motion to approve by Havens
Second by Schnedler.
Roll Call: Limkemann, Havens, Olney, Schnedler, Bartels.
All ayes, motion carried.
2. Resolution 2020-073 A Resolution to Award the Bid for the Tiffin Trail Project Phase 7.
Motion to approve by Limkemann.
Second by Havens.
Roll Call: Bartels, Limkemann, Havens, Olney, Schnedler.
All ayes, motion carried.
3. Resolution 2020-074 A Resolution to Vacate the Sanitary Sewer and Utility Easement on Lot 2,
Villages of Tiffin Phase One, Tiffin, Iowa. Motion to approve Havens.
Second by Limkemann.
Roll Call: Schnedler, Bartels, Limkemann, Havens, Olney.
All ayes, motion carried.
4. Resolution 2020-075 A Resolution Accepting the City Street Financial Report. Motion to
approve by Limkemann.
Second by Bartels.
Roll Call: Limkemann, Havens, Olney, Schnedler, Bartels.
All ayes, motion carried.
5. Resolution 2020-076 A Resolution Approving the 28E Agreement with the Clear Creek Amana
School District for the Shared Use of the Districts and the Citys Facilities. Motion to approve by
Schnedler.
Second by Olney.
Roll Call: Havens, Olney, Schnedler, Bartels, Limkemann.
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All ayes, motion carried.
J. Old Business
1.
K. Motions for Approval
1. Consideration of Payables List Motion to Approve by Bartels.
Second by Havens.
All ayes, motion carried.
2. Consideration of Pay Estimate #12 Rathje Construction Roundabout Project Motion to
Approve by Bartels.
Second by Olney.
All ayes, motion carried.
3. Discussion and Consideration for the City of Tiffin to Proceed with Sidewalk Replacements on
Vacant Lots and to also Proceed with Property Owner Assessment Process and Council Action as
Needed.
Discussion: Council has given the direction to put in the sidewalk at the citys expense.
L. Reports to be Received/Filed
1. August Johnson County Sheriffs Activity Report
M. Reports from City Personnel
1. Report Nothing to Report
2. City Council Reports Discussion: Councilperson Limkemann reports that the grant for the Fire
Association from Walmart was approved and the City should be receiving the check soon.
3. Director of Pub Report Discussion: Brett is getting patch work bids for the t-
intersection of Rolling Hills and Cherry Lane and another on Goldfinch Dr and Redbird Run.
Should be presented at the next meeting.
4. Building Official Report Discussion: Brian Shay and Nick Sitzman met with High
Development in regards to Hunt Club Phase I as they are wrapping up construction and they want
to begin work on Phase II, they are going to put in foundations for 37 units this fall.
5. Recreation Directors Report Nothing to Report
6. Discussion: Original Town Phase II update Alliant Energy should be back to
finish utilities this week but should know more later this week.
7. City Attort Nothing to Report
8. City Administrators Report Discussion: DOT did a traffic study from Ireland Avenue to the
West. Recommendation is the 55mph be pushed west of Deerview, 600ft east of Bainberry (Tiffin
Vet), 45 mph from there to the east. Flashing yellow warning sign west bound will be removed.
N. Adjournment
Motion to adjourn by Schnedler.
Second by Havens.
All ayes, meeting adjourned at 9:06 PM
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Abigail Hora, City Clerk
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