Committee of the Whole
Regular MeetingDavenport, IA · January 21, 2026
Agenda
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA
Wednesday, January 21, 2026; 5:30 PM
City Hall | 226 West 4th Street | Council Chambers
I. Moment of Silence
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Roll Call
IV. Meeting Protocol and Decorum
V. City Administrator Update
VI. Public Hearings
A. Public Works
1. Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the Pine Street (West 49th Street to West 53rd Street) Reconstruction
project, CIP #35061. [Ward 2]
2. Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the installation of traffic signals at the intersection of Brady Street and
Lombard Street, CIP #38015. [Ward 5]
VII. Petitions and Communications from Council Members and the Mayor
VIII. Action items for Discussion
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Matt Lienen, Chair; Mark Holloway, Vice Chair
IX. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
1. Resolution approving Case F25-14 being the request of Dan and Sandy Gayman for a
final plat of D&S Gayman Addition, a 3-lot subdivision on 8.44 acres located at 4104
Telegraph Road. [Ward 1]
2. Resolution awarding a contract for the Urban Homestead Program Rehabilitation
project at 310 South Hancock Avenue to Clark Design & Development of Bettendorf,
Iowa, for an amount not to exceed $343,680. [Ward 3]
3. Resolution awarding a contract for the Urban Homestead Program Rehabilitation
project at 2110 West 4th Street to Clark Design & Development of Bettendorf, Iowa,
for an amount not to exceed $310,850. [Ward 3]
4. Motion approving the Citizens Advisory Committee’s recommendations for the
reprogramming of the unspent and unobligated Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) funds from program Year 50 ending June 30, 2025. [All Wards]
X. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Community Development items
PUBLIC SAFETY
Ben Jobgen, Chair; Tim Dunn, Vice Chair
XI. PUBLIC SAFETY
1. Third Consideration: Ordinance amending Schedule V Four-Way Stop Intersections of
Chapter 10.96 entitled “Schedules” of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, by
adding East 3rd Street at LeClaire Street. [Ward 3]
2. Third Consideration: Ordinance amending Schedule VI Speed Limits of Chapter 10.96
entitled “Schedules” of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, by adding West 83rd
Street from Northwest Boulevard to its western terminus as a 30-mph speed zone.
[Ward 2]
3. First Consideration: Ordinance amending Chapter 8.12 entitled "Nuisances" of the
Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, to update language in accordance with Iowa
State Code and update the problem area nuisance list. [All Wards]
4. First Consideration: Ordinance amending Chapter 10.16 entitled “Traffic Control
Devices” of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, to clarify authority related to
traffic fines. [All Wards]
5. First Consideration: Ordinance amending chapter 10.40 entitled “speed restrictions” of
the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, to clarify the applicability of posted and code-
established speed limits. [All Wards]
6. First Consideration: Ordinance amending Schedule VI Speed Limits of Chapter 10.96
entitled “Schedules” of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa by changing West 3rd
Street from Marquette Street to Brown Street to a 25-mph speed zone. [Ward 3]
7. Resolution approving street, lane, and public ground closure requests on the listed
dates and times for outdoor events.
Jaycees of the Quad Cities; Wedding Expo; RiverCenter | 136 East 3rd Street; 2:00
p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, January 31, 2026; Closure: Pershing Avenue from East
2nd Street to East 3rd Street. [Ward 3]
8. Resolution approving the purchase of a replacement Hazardous Materials (HazMat)
vehicle from Reliant Fire Apparatus from Slinger, Wisconsin, for an amount not to
exceed $1,800,000. [All Wards]
9. Motion approving beer and liquor license applications.
A. New License, New Owner, Temporary Permit, Temporary Outdoor Area, Location
Transfer, Etc. (as noted):
Ward 2
The Charley Horse Inn (The Charley Horse Inn, LLC) - 6315 West Kimberly Road –
New License/Owners with Outdoor Area - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
B. Annual License Renewals (with Outdoor Area as noted):
Ward 3
Sam's Food (Sam Food, LLC) - 648 North Marquette Street - License Type: Class E
Liquor (Carry-Out)
Ward 6
Homewood Suites (Davenport Lodging Group, LLC) - 4750 Progress Drive - License
Type: Special Class C Beer/wine (On-Premises)
Izumi Japanese Steak House (Izumi Steakhouse, LLC) - 4901 Utica Ridge Road -
License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Mart Stop1 (Mart Stop #1) - 3527 Spring Street - License Type: Class E Liquor (Carry-
Out)
XII. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Public Safety items
PUBLIC WORKS
Rick Dunn, Chair; Paul Vasquez Vice Chair
XIII. PUBLIC WORKS
1. Resolution accepting work completed under the Flood Mitigation | West River Drive
and Marquette Street project by Five Cities Construction Company of Coal Valley,
Illinois, in the amount of $1,891,463.40, CIP #68022. [Ward 3]
2. Resolution awarding a contract for engineering services for the North Duck Creek
Interceptor Flow Meters to RJN Group of Downers Grove, Illinois, in the amount of
$347,250, CIP #30057. [All Wards]
3. Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the Pine Street (West 49th Street to West 53rd Street) Reconstruction project, CIP
#35061. [Ward 2]
4. Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the installation of traffic signals at the intersection of Brady Street and Lombard
Street, CIP #38015. [Ward 5]
5. Resolution approving and adopting preliminary plans and specifications and plats and
schedules for the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program. [Wards 4 & 5]
XIV. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Public Works items
FINANCE
Jazmin Newton, Chair; John Blunk, Vice Chair
XV. FINANCE
1. First Consideration: Ordinance amending Chapter 3.20 entitled "Sales and Service
Tax" of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, by amending Section 3.20.020 and
repealing Section 3.20.030 to align with Iowa Code. [All Wards]
2. Resolution rescinding Resolution 2025-517, which reallocated a portion of local sales
and service tax revenue designated for capital improvements to Parks Operations,
and directing administration of local option sales and service tax revenue consistent
with state law. [All Wards]
3. Resolution establishing special assessment interest rates. [All Wards]
XVI. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Finance items
XVII. PURCHASE ORDERS OF $10,000 TO $50,000 ENTERED DECEMBER 16-31, 2025 (For
Information Only)
1. Parrish Law Firm | legal services | Amount: $10,000
2. Dorsey & Whitney LLP | Sewer Revenue Improvement & Refunding Bond, SRF
Series 2024 | Amount: $11,000
3. Alex Cripe | nuisance snow removal | Amount: $15,761.76
4. MoboTrex Holdings | replacement cameras and systems | Amount: $19,324.25
5. Olsson Associates Inc | Pleasant Street engineering services | Amount: 26,390.03
6. Dorsey & Whitney LLP | bond counsel - GO Corporate Purpose Bonds | Amount:
$35,800
7. Brandon D. Reed | wall construction in Public Works mezzanine | Amount: $36,895
XVIII. Other Ordinances, Resolutions and Motions
1. Resolution adopting the City of Davenport's 2026 State of Iowa Legislative Program.
[All Wards]
XIX. Public with Business
PLEASE NOTE: At this time individuals may address the City Council on any matters of City
business not appearing on this agenda. This is not an opportunity to discuss issues with the
Council members or get information. In accordance with Open Meetings law, the Council
cannot take action on any complaint or suggestions tonight.
Please state your name and ward for the record. There is a five (5) minute time limit. Please
end your comments promptly.
XX. Final Comments from Council Members and the Mayor
XXI. Adjourn
Packet
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA
Wednesday, January 21, 2026; 5:30 PM
City Hall | 226 West 4th Street | Council Chambers
I. Moment of Silence
II. Pledge of Allegiance
III. Roll Call
IV. Meeting Protocol and Decorum
V. City Administrator Update
VI. Public Hearings
A. Public Works
1. Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the Pine Street (West 49th Street to West 53rd Street) Reconstruction
project, CIP #35061. [Ward 2]
2. Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the installation of traffic signals at the intersection of Brady Street and
Lombard Street, CIP #38015. [Ward 5]
VII. Petitions and Communications from Council Members and the Mayor
VIII. Action items for Discussion
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Matt Lienen, Chair; Mark Holloway, Vice Chair
IX. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
1. Resolution approving Case F25-14 being the request of Dan and Sandy Gayman for a
final plat of D&S Gayman Addition, a 3-lot subdivision on 8.44 acres located at 4104
Telegraph Road. [Ward 1]
2. Resolution awarding a contract for the Urban Homestead Program Rehabilitation
project at 310 South Hancock Avenue to Clark Design & Development of Bettendorf,
Iowa, for an amount not to exceed $343,680. [Ward 3]
3. Resolution awarding a contract for the Urban Homestead Program Rehabilitation
project at 2110 West 4th Street to Clark Design & Development of Bettendorf, Iowa,
for an amount not to exceed $310,850. [Ward 3]
4. Motion approving the Citizens Advisory Committee’s recommendations for the
reprogramming of the unspent and unobligated Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) funds from program Year 50 ending June 30, 2025. [All Wards]
X. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Community Development items
PUBLIC SAFETY
Ben Jobgen, Chair; Tim Dunn, Vice Chair
XI. PUBLIC SAFETY
1. Third Consideration: Ordinance amending Schedule V Four-Way Stop Intersections of
Chapter 10.96 entitled “Schedules” of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, by
adding East 3rd Street at LeClaire Street. [Ward 3]
2. Third Consideration: Ordinance amending Schedule VI Speed Limits of Chapter 10.96
entitled “Schedules” of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, by adding West 83rd
Street from Northwest Boulevard to its western terminus as a 30-mph speed zone.
[Ward 2]
3. First Consideration: Ordinance amending Chapter 8.12 entitled "Nuisances" of the
Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, to update language in accordance with Iowa
State Code and update the problem area nuisance list. [All Wards]
4. First Consideration: Ordinance amending Chapter 10.16 entitled “Traffic Control
Devices” of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, to clarify authority related to
traffic fines. [All Wards]
5. First Consideration: Ordinance amending chapter 10.40 entitled “speed restrictions” of
the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, to clarify the applicability of posted and code-
established speed limits. [All Wards]
6. First Consideration: Ordinance amending Schedule VI Speed Limits of Chapter 10.96
entitled “Schedules” of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa by changing West 3rd
Street from Marquette Street to Brown Street to a 25-mph speed zone. [Ward 3]
7. Resolution approving street, lane, and public ground closure requests on the listed
dates and times for outdoor events.
Jaycees of the Quad Cities; Wedding Expo; RiverCenter | 136 East 3rd Street; 2:00
p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, January 31, 2026; Closure: Pershing Avenue from East
2nd Street to East 3rd Street. [Ward 3]
8. Resolution approving the purchase of a replacement Hazardous Materials (HazMat)
vehicle from Reliant Fire Apparatus from Slinger, Wisconsin, for an amount not to
exceed $1,800,000. [All Wards]
9. Motion approving beer and liquor license applications.
A. New License, New Owner, Temporary Permit, Temporary Outdoor Area, Location
Transfer, Etc. (as noted):
Ward 2
The Charley Horse Inn (The Charley Horse Inn, LLC) - 6315 West Kimberly Road –
New License/Owners with Outdoor Area - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
B. Annual License Renewals (with Outdoor Area as noted):
Ward 3
Sam's Food (Sam Food, LLC) - 648 North Marquette Street - License Type: Class E
Liquor (Carry-Out)
Ward 6
Homewood Suites (Davenport Lodging Group, LLC) - 4750 Progress Drive - License
Type: Special Class C Beer/wine (On-Premises)
Izumi Japanese Steak House (Izumi Steakhouse, LLC) - 4901 Utica Ridge Road -
License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Mart Stop1 (Mart Stop #1) - 3527 Spring Street - License Type: Class E Liquor (Carry-
Out)
XII. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Public Safety items
PUBLIC WORKS
Rick Dunn, Chair; Paul Vasquez Vice Chair
XIII. PUBLIC WORKS
1. Resolution accepting work completed under the Flood Mitigation | West River Drive
and Marquette Street project by Five Cities Construction Company of Coal Valley,
Illinois, in the amount of $1,891,463.40, CIP #68022. [Ward 3]
2. Resolution awarding a contract for engineering services for the North Duck Creek
Interceptor Flow Meters to RJN Group of Downers Grove, Illinois, in the amount of
$347,250, CIP #30057. [All Wards]
3. Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the Pine Street (West 49th Street to West 53rd Street) Reconstruction project, CIP
#35061. [Ward 2]
4. Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost
for the installation of traffic signals at the intersection of Brady Street and Lombard
Street, CIP #38015. [Ward 5]
5. Resolution approving and adopting preliminary plans and specifications and plats and
schedules for the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program. [Wards 4 & 5]
XIV. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Public Works items
FINANCE
Jazmin Newton, Chair; John Blunk, Vice Chair
XV. FINANCE
1. First Consideration: Ordinance amending Chapter 3.20 entitled "Sales and Service
Tax" of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, by amending Section 3.20.020 and
repealing Section 3.20.030 to align with Iowa Code. [All Wards]
2. Resolution rescinding Resolution 2025-517, which reallocated a portion of local sales
and service tax revenue designated for capital improvements to Parks Operations,
and directing administration of local option sales and service tax revenue consistent
with state law. [All Wards]
3. Resolution establishing special assessment interest rates. [All Wards]
XVI. Motion recommending discussion or consent for Finance items
XVII. PURCHASE ORDERS OF $10,000 TO $50,000 ENTERED DECEMBER 16-31, 2025 (For
Information Only)
1. Parrish Law Firm | legal services | Amount: $10,000
2. Dorsey & Whitney LLP | Sewer Revenue Improvement & Refunding Bond, SRF
Series 2024 | Amount: $11,000
3. Alex Cripe | nuisance snow removal | Amount: $15,761.76
4. MoboTrex Holdings | replacement cameras and systems | Amount: $19,324.25
5. Olsson Associates Inc | Pleasant Street engineering services | Amount: 26,390.03
6. Dorsey & Whitney LLP | bond counsel - GO Corporate Purpose Bonds | Amount:
$35,800
7. Brandon D. Reed | wall construction in Public Works mezzanine | Amount: $36,895
XVIII. Other Ordinances, Resolutions and Motions
1. Resolution adopting the City of Davenport's 2026 State of Iowa Legislative Program.
[All Wards]
XIX. Public with Business
PLEASE NOTE: At this time individuals may address the City Council on any matters of City
business not appearing on this agenda. This is not an opportunity to discuss issues with the
Council members or get information. In accordance with Open Meetings law, the Council
cannot take action on any complaint or suggestions tonight.
Please state your name and ward for the record. There is a five (5) minute time limit. Please
end your comments promptly.
XX. Final Comments from Council Members and the Mayor
XXI. Adjourn
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 1/21/2026
Subject:
Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the Pine
Street (West 49th Street to West 53rd Street) Reconstruction project, CIP #35061. [Ward 2]
Recommendation:
Hold the Hearing.
Background:
This project will reconstruct Pine Street from West 49th Street to West 53rd Street. The
proposed improvements include, but are not limited to, the furnishing of all labor, materials and
equipment necessary for the reconstruction of the existing concrete roadway, installation of
subdrains, ADA sidewalk and ramps, adjustment of all existing utility surface features to finish
grade, replacement of the adjacent driveway approaches, paint striping, topsoil, sodding, and
erosion control.
During preliminary design, the Traffic Engineering Division evaluated corridor traffic volumes,
operating speeds, turning movements, and crash history. Based on this analysis, a roadway
reconfiguration (road diet) is recommended for this segment of Pine Street, converting the
existing four-lane cross-section to a three-lane configuration. The proposed layout would
provide one through lane in each direction with a center two-way left-turn lane, consistent with
the existing lane configuration south of 49th Street.
The current average daily traffic (ADT) on this segment is approximately 9,500 vehicles per day.
A three-lane roadway has a typical operational capacity of 15,000 to 20,000 vehicles per day,
indicating adequate capacity for existing and projected traffic volumes. The proposed
configuration reduces conflict points associated with turning movements and improves overall
corridor safety. National studies indicate that road diets result in crash reductions ranging from
19% to 47%. In addition to safety benefits, road diets promote lower operating speeds and
more consistent traffic flow. A comparable four-to-three lane conversion on Hickory Grove Road
resulted in a reduction in average vehicle speeds of approximately 5 mph. The proposed
reconfiguration would also narrow the roadway footprint, reducing pavement replacement
quantities and overall impervious surface area.
This project will be funded through CIP #35061 | High-Volume Street Projects.
Attachments:
1. Map
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 1/21/2026
Subject:
Public Hearing on the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the
installation of traffic signals at the intersection of Brady Street and Lombard Street, CIP
#38015. [Ward 5]
Recommendation:
Hold the Hearing.
Background:
To improve safety at the intersection of Brady Street and 12th Street, a traffic engineering
study was completed using the warrants outlined in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control
Devices (MUTCD). The study determined that installation of a traffic signal is appropriate and
warranted at this location.
The Iowa DOT provides funds through the Urban-State Traffic Engineering Program (U-STEP)
for safety or operational improvements on primary roadways. Through this program, the Iowa
DOT has agreed to fund 55% of the construction costs, up to a maximum contribution of
$71,500, for the installation of this traffic signal.
Attachments:
None
City of Davenport
Department: Development & Neighborhood Services Action / Date
Contact Info: Matt Werderitch | 563-888-2221 1/21/2026
Subject:
Resolution approving Case F25-14 being the request of Dan and Sandy Gayman for a final plat
of D&S Gayman Addition, a 3-lot subdivision on 8.44 acres located at 4104 Telegraph Road.
[Ward 1]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
The Plan and Zoning Commission reviewed Case F25-14 at its November 4, 2025, meeting and
recommended approval subject to the listed findings and conditions:
Findings
1. The final plat conforms to the comprehensive plan Davenport +2035.
2. The final plat prepares the area for future development.
3. The final plat (with conditions recommended by City Staff) will achieve consistency with
subdivision requirements.
Conditions
1. That the surveyor signs the plat.
2. That the utility providers sign the plat when their easement needs have been met.
3. Add a 15-foot utility easement along Telegraph Road.
4. Include a note stating, "Stormwater detention and water quality treatment will not be
required for this subdivision, but will be required upon further development of the
property."
Background
The subject property consists of a single-family home setback approximately 450-feet from
Telegraph Road. There is a small agricultural field between the home and street that will be
subdivided to create two new residential lots. The purpose of the subdivision is to facilitate the
development of additional single-family dwellings. Access to the existing home will be
maintained via a flag lot that encompasses the existing driveway.
Comprehensive Plan
Within Existing Urban Service Area: Yes
Within Urban Service Area 2035: Yes
Future Land Use Designation
The subject property is currently designated as Residential General in the Davenport +2035
Future Land Use Map.
1. Residential General (RG) - Designates neighborhoods that are mostly residential but
include, or are within one-half mile (walking distance) of scattered neighborhood-
compatible commercial services, as well as other neighborhood uses like schools,
churches, corner stores, etc. generally oriented along Urban Corridors (UC).
Neighborhoods are typically designated as a whole. Existing neighborhoods are
anticipated to maintain their existing characteristics in terms of land use mix and
density, with the exception along edges and transition areas, where higher intensity may
be considered.
Relevant Goals to be considered in this Case: Strengthen the Existing Built Environment.
The proposed final plat complies with the Davenport +2035 proposed land use section.
Zoning
1. R-1 Single-Family Residential District: This zoning district is intended to
accommodate the lowest-density single-family neighborhoods within the City of
Davenport, exhibiting a predominantly semi-suburban development pattern of large lots
and generous yards.
Technical Review
1. Zoning: The three-lot subdivision complies with the R-1 Single-Family Residential District
dimensional standards. Farming Lot 2 and 3 can continue as a legal nonconforming use
until development of the site occurs.
2. Streets: Each lot of the subdivision maintains frontage and access to Telegraph Road.
There are no sidewalks along this portion of the public street to connect into. No
additional right-of-way is dedicated with this final plat. Access to Lot 1 will be
maintained though the existing driveway on the westside of the property.
3. Stormwater: Stormwater Management will not be required with this subdivision by may
be required upon further development.
4. Sanitary & Storm Sewer: There is an existing 27-inch public sanitary sewer south of
Telegraph Road, located along Blackhawk Creek. Due to the distance from the sanitary
sewer, development of the lots are eligible for septic systems. Storm sewer is not
available within the vicinity of the subdivision.
5. Other Utilities: Normal utility services are available on this site. A 15-foot utility
easement is requested along Telegraph Road to ensure adequate access to the
overhead utility poles and wires.
6. Parks/Open Space: There are no impacts to parks/open space.
Public Input
Public notification is not required for a final plat.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Final Plat of D&S Gayman Addition
3. Maps
4. Application
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman Lienen.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving Case F25-14 being the request of Dan and Sandy Gayman for a final plat of
D&S Gayman Addition, a 3-lot subdivision on 8.44 acres located at 4104 Telegraph Road.
WHEREAS, the Plan and Zoning Commission reviewed Case F25-14 at its November 4, 2025 meeting
and recommended approval subject to the listed findings and conditions:
Findings
1. The final plat conforms to the comprehensive plan Davenport +2035.
2. The final plat prepares the area for future development.
3. The final plat (with conditions recommended by City Staff) will achieve consistency with subdivision
requirements.
Conditions
1. That the surveyor signs the plat.
2. That the utility providers sign the plat when their easement needs have been met.
3. Add a 15-foot utility easement along Telegraph Road.
4. Include a note stating, "Stormwater detention and water quality treatment will not be required for
this subdivision, but will be required upon further development of the property."; and
WHEREAS, the conditions will be added to the plat and/or provided.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa that the final
Plat of D&S Gayman Addition to the City of Davenport, Iowa, being part of west half of the Northeast
Quarter Section 32, Township 78 North, Range 3 East of the 5th Principal Meridian, City of Davenport,
Scott County, Iowa, be and the same is hereby approved and accepted; and the dedication for public
street purposes and the granting of easements as shown on said plat are accepted and confirmed by
the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk of said City; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Deputy City Clerk are hereby authorized and directed
to certify the adoption of this Resolution on said plat as required by law.
Passed and approved this 28th day of January, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
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Description: Part of West Half of the Northeast Quarter Section 32,
Township 78 North, Range 3 East of the 5th Principal Meridian
Requestor: Dan & Sandy Gayman
Proprietor: Dan & Sandy Gayman
FINAL PLAT OF
Surveyor: Luke D. Miller
Survey Company: Klingner & Associates, P.C.
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City of Davenport
Department: Community & Economic Development Action / Date
Contact Info: Bruce Berger | 563-326-7769 1/21/2026
Subject:
Resolution awarding a contract for the Urban Homestead Program Rehabilitation project at 310
South Hancock Avenue to Clark Design & Development of Bettendorf, Iowa, for an amount not
to exceed $343,680. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
A Request for Proposals (RFP) for 310 South Hancock Avenue - Urban Homestead Rehabilitation
was issued and sent to vendors on October 13, 2025. On November 12, 2025, the Purchasing
Division opened two (2) proposals.
A selection committee evaluated the proposals on the following criteria set forth in the RFP:
• Quality/Detail of Proposal | 25%
• Timeline of Construction | 20%
• References| 15%
• Sufficient and Qualified Personnel | 15%
• Pricing | 15%
• Subcontractors | 10%
Clark Design & Development of Bettendorf, Iowa was ranked highest by the evaluating
committee and deemed the best vendor to meet the City’s needs and requirements for this
project.
Through the City’s Urban Homestead Program, Community and Economic Development utilizes
a variety of State and Federal housing grants to rehabilitate properties with the intention of
selling them to income-eligible households in Davenport. This program enables vacant and
dilapidated homes to be returned to the tax rolls and improves the look and feel of
neighborhoods while providing families with affordable home-ownership opportunities.
Funding for the contract comes from HM200 | HOME – S.F. Rehab.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. RFP Tab
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman Lienen.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION awarding a contract for the Urban Homestead Program Rehabilitation project at 310
South Hancock Avenue to Clark Design & Development of Bettendorf, Iowa, for an amount not to
exceed $343,680.
WHEREAS, the City needs to contract for the Urban Homestead Program Rehabilitation project at 310
South Hancock Avenue; and
WHEREAS, Clark Design & Development of Bettendorf, Iowa, was ranked highest by the evaluating
committee and deemed the best vendor to meet the City’s needs and requirements for this project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that a contract
for Urban Homestead Program Rehabilitation project at 310 South Hancock Avenue is hereby awarded
to Clark Design & Development of Bettendorf, Iowa, for an amount not to exceed $343,680.
Passed and approved this 28th day of January, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Community & Economic Development Action / Date
Contact Info: Bruce Berger | 563-326-7769 1/21/2026
Subject:
Resolution awarding a contract for the Urban Homestead Program Rehabilitation project at
2110 West 4th Street to Clark Design & Development of Bettendorf, Iowa, for an amount not to
exceed $310,850. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
A Request for Proposals (RFP) for the 2110 West 4th Street - Urban Homestead Rehabilitation
was issued and sent to vendors on October 13, 2025. On November 12, 2025, the Purchasing
Division opened two (2) proposals.
A selection committee evaluated the proposals on the following criteria set forth in the RFP:
Quality/Detail of Proposal | 25%
Timeline of Construction | 20%
References| 15%
Sufficient and Qualified Personnel | 15%
Pricing | 15%
Subcontractors | 10%
Clark Design & Development of Bettendorf, Iowa, was ranked highest by the evaluating
committee and deemed the best vendor to meet the City’s needs and requirements for this
project.
Through the City’s Urban Homestead Program, Community and Economic Development utilizes
a variety of State and Federal housing grants to rehabilitate properties with the intention of
selling them to income-eligible households in Davenport. This program enables vacant and
dilapidated homes to be returned to the tax rolls and improves the look and feel of
neighborhoods while providing families with affordable home-ownership opportunities.
Funding for the contract comes from HM200 | HOME – S.F. Rehab.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. RFP Tab
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman Lienen.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION awarding a contract for the Urban Homestead Program Rehabilitation project at 2110
West 4th Street to Clark Design & Development of Bettendorf, Iowa, for an amount not to exceed
$310,850.
WHEREAS, the City needs to contract for the Urban Homestead Program Rehabilitation project at 2110
West 4th Street; and
WHEREAS, Clark Design & Development of Bettendorf, Iowa, was ranked highest by the evaluating
committee and deemed the best vendor to meet the City’s needs and requirements for this project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that a contract
for Urban Homestead Program Rehabilitation project at 2110 West 4th Street is hereby awarded to
Clark Design & Development of Bettendorf, Iowa, for an amount not to exceed $310,850.
Passed and approved this 28th day of January, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Community & Economic Development Action / Date
Contact Info: Bruce Berger | 563-326-7769 1/21/2026
Subject:
Motion approving the Citizens Advisory Committee’s recommendations for the reprogramming
of the unspent and unobligated Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from
program Year 50 ending June 30, 2025. [All Wards]
Recommendation:
Pass the Motion.
Background:
Background:
Each year, the Citizens Advisory Committee’s (CAC) recommends allocating the unspent and
unobligated Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the prior fiscal year; as of
June 30, 2025 $199,614.33 remained in CDBG funds. The funds came from the following
programs funded in Year 50:
Iowa Legal Aid $3,859.83
City Housing Rehabilitation Staff & Supplies $77,957.84
CDBG Planning & Administration $117,796.66
According to the CAC’s approved reprogramming process, only programs funded during the
initial allocation cycle are eligible for reprogrammable funds. However, because the City has
reached the HUD mandated Public Services cap for the current program year, Public Service
programs are not eligible for reprogrammable funds.
Reprogramming Requests
Non-Public Service CDBG subrecipients with active Year 50 CDBG awards were notified of this
one-time opportunity for funding and the following request was received:
• Housing Rehabilitation/Revitalization Fund | $199,614.33
CAC Recommendation
At the January 5, 2026 CAC meeting the committee considered the reprogramming request.
The Committee determined that the requests received were eligible and voted unanimously to
make the below recommendation:
• Housing Rehabilitation/Revitalization Fund | $199,614.33
Following Council action, the current year’s Action Plan will be amended, with notice published
in The Quad-City Times and submission of the amendment to HUD.
Attachments:
None
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Brian Schadt | 563-326-7923 1/21/2026
Subject:
Third Consideration: Ordinance amending Schedule V Four-Way Stop Intersections of Chapter
10.96 entitled “Schedules” of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, by adding East 3rd Street
at LeClaire Street. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Ordinance.
Background:
When earlier studies were conducted to determine the appropriate traffic control for the
conversion of 3rd Street from one-way to two-way traffic, the intersection of East 3rd Street
and LeClaire Street was recommended to remain a two-way stop. Following the recent
conversion to two-way traffic, staff collected new traffic counts at this intersection. The updated
data show that traffic volumes on LeClaire Street have increased by approximately 60%
compared to previous counts.
This increase appears to be influenced by changes in travel patterns following the completion of
the roundabout at the Government Bridge, as well as by fewer federal employees working
remotely. Based on the new volumes, the intersection now meets the warrants for an all-way
stop.
Staff recommends installing a four-way stop at East 3rd Street and LeClaire Street.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
ORDINANCE NO. _________________
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SCHEDULE V FOUR-WAY STOP INTERSECTIONS OF CHAPTER 10.96
ENTITLED “SCHEDULES” OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF DAVENPORT, IOWA, BY ADDING EAST 3RD
STREET AND LECLAIRE STREET.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA:
Section 1. That Schedule V Four-Way Stop Intersections of Chapter 10.96 entitled “Schedules” of the
Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, be and the same is hereby amended by adding the following.
East 3rd Street and LeClaire Street.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any of the provisions of this ordinance are for any reason illegal or void,
then the lawful provisions of this ordinance, which are separable from said unlawful provisions shall
be and remain in full force and effect, the same as if the ordinance contained no illegal or void
provisions.
REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are
hereby repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective after its final passage and
publication as by law provided.
First Consideration _____________________________
Second Consideration _________________________
Approved ________________________________
Published in The Quad-City Times on ___________________________
Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Gary Statz | 563-326-7754 1/21/2026
Subject:
Third Consideration: Ordinance amending Schedule VI Speed Limits of Chapter 10.96 entitled
“Schedules” of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, by adding West 83rd Street from
Northwest Boulevard to its western terminus as a 30-mph speed zone. [Ward 2]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Ordinance.
Background:
West 83rd Street is a 41-foot-wide roadway located within an industrial area in northwest
Davenport. Historically, no regulatory speed limit has been posted along this corridor.
The most recent extension of West 83rd Street from Fairmount Street to North Zenith Avenue
was designed and constructed for 30 mph speed. Applying a posted speed limit that reflects this
design speed would help establish consistent and predictable travel speeds along the entire
corridor. This update will formalize an appropriate and design-supported speed limit on a
corridor where none has previously been posted, improving clarity and safety for all users.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
ORDINANCE NO. _________________
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SCHEDULE VI SPEED LIMITS OF CHAPTER 10.96 ENTITLED
“SCHEDULES” OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF DAVENPORT, IOWA, BY ADDING WEST 83RD STREET
TO ITS TERMINUS AS A 30-MPH SPEED ZONE.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA:
Section 1. That Schedule VI Speed Limits of Chapter 10.96 entitled “Schedules” of the Municipal Code
of Davenport, Iowa, be and the same is hereby amended by adding the following as a 30-mph speed
zone.
West 83rd Street from Northwest Boulevard to its terminus.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any of the provisions of this ordinance are for any reason illegal or void,
then the lawful provisions of this ordinance, which are separable from said unlawful provisions shall
be and remain in full force and effect, the same as if the ordinance contained no illegal or void
provisions.
REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are
hereby repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective after its final passage and
publication as by law provided.
First Consideration _____________________________
Second Consideration _________________________
Approved ________________________________
Published in The Quad-City Times on ___________________________
Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Legal Action / Date
Contact Info: Sam Huff | 1/21/2026
Subject:
First Consideration: Ordinance amending Chapter 8.12 entitled "Nuisances" of the Municipal
Code of Davenport, Iowa, to update language in accordance with Iowa State Code and update
the problem area nuisance list. [All Wards]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Ordinance.
Background:
Chapter 8.12 of the Davenport Municipal Code establishes standards for identifying and
addressing nuisance conditions that impact public safety and quality of life. Section 8.12.015
defines a “problem area nuisance” based on the occurrence of specified criminal acts or
violations within a defined timeframe and proximity to a property.
Iowa Code section 708.6 has replaced the term "Terrorism" with "Intimidation with a Deadly
and Dangerous Weapon", so the City is updating our local code to reflect this change. Also,
adding "Felon in possession of a firearm" aligns the nuisance ordinance with serious offenses
identified in state law and strengthens the City’s ability to proactively address properties
associated with dangerous activity. This update supports consistent application of the code and
provides an early, preventative enforcement tool focused on public safety.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Original 8.12.015
3. Redline 8.12.015
ORDINANCE NO. ____________________
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 8.12 ENTITLED “NUISANCES” OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF
DAVENPORT, IOWA, TO UPDATE LANGUAGE IN ACCORDANCE WITH IOWA STATE CODE AND
UPDATE THE PROBLEM AREA NUISANCE LIST.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA:
Section 1. That Subsection 8.12.015(A) of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, be and the same
is hereby amended to read as follows:
A problem area nuisance exists:
A. When one or more of the following acts are committed within a period of 12 consecutive months
upon a property, or within 1,500 feet of the property, by an interested party or their permittee(s):
1. Manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance in violation of Iowa Code Chapter 124;
2. Kidnapping as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 710;
3. Arson as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 712;
4. Burglary as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 713;
5. Robbery as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 711;
6. Sex abuse as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 709;
7. Intimidation With a Deadly or Dangerous Weapon as defined in Iowa Code Section 708.6;
8. Willful injury as defined in Iowa Code Section 708.4;
9. Sexual exploitation of a minor in violation of Iowa Code Section 728.12;
10. Felony gambling in violation of Iowa Code Chapter 725;
11. Felony criminal mischief as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 716;
12. Felon in possession of a firearm as defined in Iowa Code Section 724.26;
13. Animal fighting in violation of Iowa Code Section 717B.7; and
14. A single incident of a health code, environmental, or solid waste violation of such a magnitude
that it falls within the definition of a nuisance under Subsection 8.12.010(E) of the Davenport
Municipal Code.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any of the provisions of this ordinance are for any reason illegal or void,
then the lawful provisions of this ordinance, which are separable from said unlawful provisions shall
be and remain in full force and effect, the same as if the ordinance contained no illegal or void
provisions.
REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are
hereby repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective after its final passage and
publication as provided by law.
First Consideration _________________________
Second Consideration ________________________
Approved ________________________________
Published in The Quad-City Times on _____________________________
Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport, IA
8.12.015. Problem area nuisance. [Ord. 2018-442; Ord. 2010-356 § 2; Ord. 2002-32 (part);
Ord. 99-267 § 2]
A problem area nuisance exists:
A. When one or more of the following acts are committed within a period of 12 consecutive
months upon a property, or within 1,500 feet of the property, by an interested party or their
permittee(s):
1. Manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance in violation of Iowa Code Chapter
124;
2. Kidnapping as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 710;
3. Arson as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 712;
4. Burglary as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 713;
5. Robbery as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 711;
6. Sex abuse as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 709;
7. Terrorism as defined in Iowa Code Section 708.6;
8. Willful injury as defined in Iowa Code Section 708.4;
9. Sexual exploitation of a minor in violation of Iowa Code Section 728.12;
10. Felony gambling in violation of Iowa Code Chapter 725;
11. Felony criminal mischief as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 716;
12. Animal fighting in violation of Iowa Code Section 717B.7; and
13. A single incident of a health code, environmental, or solid waste violation of such a
magnitude that it falls within the definition of a nuisance under Section 8.12.010E of the
Davenport Municipal Code.
B. When two or more of the following acts are committed within a period of 12 consecutive
months upon a property, or within 1,500 feet of the property, by an interested party or their
permittee(s):
1. Possession of a controlled substance in violation of Iowa Code Chapter 124;
2. Carrying a dangerous weapon as defined in Iowa Code Section 724.4;
3. Riot as defined in Iowa Code Section 723.1;
4. Serious or aggravated misdemeanor criminal mischief as defined in Iowa Code Chapter
716;
5. Prostitution as defined in Iowa Code Section 725.1;
6. Serious or aggravated misdemeanor assault as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 708;
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7. Serious or aggravated misdemeanor theft as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 714;
8. Misdemeanor gambling as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 725;
9. False imprisonment as defined in Iowa Code Section 710.7;
10. Failing to secure or keep secure a structure in accordance with Chapter 8.16 of the
Davenport Municipal Code;
11. An unpermitted or illegal use under Title 17 of the Davenport Municipal Code;
12. Unlawful discharge of a firearm in violation of Section 9.44.010 of the Davenport
Municipal Code; and
13. A social gathering constituting a disorderly premises or nuisance gathering as defined
in Section 9.08.090 of the Davenport Municipal Code.
C. When three or more of the following acts are committed within a period of 12 consecutive
months upon a property, or within 1,500 feet of the property, by an interested party or their
permittee(s):
1. Health code violations.
2. Environmental or solid waste violations;
3. Unlawful assembly in violation of Chapter 9.16 of the Davenport Municipal Code;
4. Simple misdemeanor criminal mischief in violation of Section 9.20.010 of the
Davenport Municipal Code;
5. Simple misdemeanor assault in violation of Section 9.20.060 of the Davenport
Municipal Code;
6. Disorderly conduct in violation of Chapter 9.08 of the Davenport Municipal Code;
7. Criminal Trespass in violation of Section 9.20.030 of the Davenport Municipal Code;
and
8. Loafing, loitering, or annoying in violation of Section 9.08.020 of the Davenport
Municipal Code.
The above references to provisions of the Iowa Code or the Davenport Municipal Code
should not be interpreted to mean that a prosecution or conviction of the specific charge is a
necessary prerequisite to an action under this chapter nor shall it be interpreted to mean that
proof of the action beyond a reasonable doubt is required. However, a court conviction on
the underlying charge is irrebuttable proof of the occurrence.
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8.12.015. Problem area nuisance. [Ord. 2018-442; Ord. 2010-356 § 2; Ord. 2002-32 (part);
Ord. 99-267 § 2]
A problem area nuisance exists:
A. When one or more of the following acts are committed within a period of 12 consecutive
months upon a property, or within 1,500 feet of the property, by an interested party or their
permittee(s):
1. Manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance in violation of Iowa Code Chapter
124;
2. Kidnapping as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 710;
3. Arson as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 712;
4. Burglary as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 713;
5. Robbery as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 711;
6. Sex abuse as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 709;
7. Intimidation With a Deadly or Dangerous Weapon Terrorism as defined in Iowa Code
Section 708.6;
8. Willful injury as defined in Iowa Code Section 708.4;
9. Sexual exploitation of a minor in violation of Iowa Code Section 728.12;
10. Felony gambling in violation of Iowa Code Chapter 725;
11. Felony criminal mischief as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 716;
11.12. Felon in possession of a firearm as defined in Iowa Code Section 724.26;
12.13. Animal fighting in violation of Iowa Code Section 717B.7; and
13.14. A single incident of a health code, environmental, or solid waste violation of such
a magnitude that it falls within the definition of a nuisance under Section 8.12.010E of
the Davenport Municipal Code.
B. When two or more of the following acts are committed within a period of 12 consecutive
months upon a property, or within 1,500 feet of the property, by an interested party or their
permittee(s):
1. Possession of a controlled substance in violation of Iowa Code Chapter 124;
2. Carrying a dangerous weapon as defined in Iowa Code Section 724.4;
3. Riot as defined in Iowa Code Section 723.1;
4. Serious or aggravated misdemeanor criminal mischief as defined in Iowa Code Chapter
716;
5. Prostitution as defined in Iowa Code Section 725.1;
6. Serious or aggravated misdemeanor assault as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 708;
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7. Serious or aggravated misdemeanor theft as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 714;
8. Misdemeanor gambling as defined in Iowa Code Chapter 725;
9. False imprisonment as defined in Iowa Code Section 710.7;
10. Failing to secure or keep secure a structure in accordance with Chapter 8.16 of the
Davenport Municipal Code;
11. An unpermitted or illegal use under Title 17 of the Davenport Municipal Code;
12. Unlawful discharge of a firearm in violation of Section 9.44.010 of the Davenport
Municipal Code; and
13. A social gathering constituting a disorderly premises or nuisance gathering as defined
in Section 9.08.090 of the Davenport Municipal Code.
C. When three or more of the following acts are committed within a period of 12 consecutive
months upon a property, or within 1,500 feet of the property, by an interested party or their
permittee(s):
1. Health code violations.
2. Environmental or solid waste violations;
3. Unlawful assembly in violation of Chapter 9.16 of the Davenport Municipal Code;
4. Simple misdemeanor criminal mischief in violation of Section 9.20.010 of the
Davenport Municipal Code;
5. Simple misdemeanor assault in violation of Section 9.20.060 of the Davenport
Municipal Code;
6. Disorderly conduct in violation of Chapter 9.08 of the Davenport Municipal Code;
7. Criminal Trespass in violation of Section 9.20.030 of the Davenport Municipal Code;
and
8. Loafing, loitering, or annoying in violation of Section 9.08.020 of the Davenport
Municipal Code.
The above references to provisions of the Iowa Code or the Davenport Municipal Code
should not be interpreted to mean that a prosecution or conviction of the specific charge is a
necessary prerequisite to an action under this chapter nor shall it be interpreted to mean that
proof of the action beyond a reasonable doubt is required. However, a court conviction on
the underlying charge is irrebuttable proof of the occurrence.
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Department: Legal Action / Date
Contact Info: Sam Huff | 1/21/2026
Subject:
First Consideration: Ordinance amending Chapter 10.16 entitled “Traffic Control Devices” of the
Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, to clarify authority related to traffic fines. [All Wards]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Ordinance.
Background:
Adding "operator" to Section 10.16.070(C) of the Municipal Code clarifies responsibility for
traffic violations by recognizing that the person driving the vehicle may not be the registered
owner. This update improves enforcement consistency and strengthens the legal clarity and
effectiveness of the ordinance without expanding the scope of the violation.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Current Chapter 10.16
3. 10.16.070 Redline
ORDINANCE NO. ______________
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 10.16 ENTITLED “TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES” OF
THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF DAVENPORT, IOWA, TO CLARIFY AUTHORITY RELATED TO
TRAFFIC FINES.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA:
Section 1. That Subsection 10.16.070(C) of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, be and
the same is hereby amended to reads as follows:
C. Vehicle owner subject to civil fine for automated traffic citations.
1. The vehicle owner or operator shall be liable for a fine as imposed below if such
vehicle crosses a marked stop line or the intersection plane at a system location
when the traffic signal for that vehicle's direction is emitting a steady red light or
red arrow.
2. The vehicle owner or operator shall be liable for a fine as imposed below if such
vehicle travels at a speed above the posted speed limit.
3. A list of non-exclusive exemptions from liability under this section are set forth below
and shall not be considered violations for purposes of the automated traffic
enforcement system.
(a) The violation occurred after the vehicle in question or its state registration
plates were reported to a law enforcement agency as stolen and were not yet
recovered.
(b) The vehicle operator was issued a uniform traffic citation for the violation at
issue pursuant to Davenport Municipal Code.
(c) The vehicle in question was an authorized emergency vehicle and/or otherwise
was conducting official business.
(d) The officer or employee reviewing the image determines that the vehicle in
question entered the intersection to yield the right-of-way to an emergency
vehicle.
(e) The officer or employee reviewing the image determines that the vehicle in
question was lawfully participating in a funeral procession.
(f) The officer or employee reviewing the image determines that the image, in
whole or in part, is unclear due to weather, obstruction, or poor image quality
to such extent that rejection of the detected violation is warranted.
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(g) The officer or employee reviewing the image is unable to determine which
vehicle in the image triggered the automated system when more than one
vehicle is present in the image.
(h) The foregoing list of exemptions shall not be construed as limiting the defenses
available to challenge an automated traffic citation or defend a municipal
infraction.
4. The Iowa Department of Transportation or similar department of any other state
shall not consider the violation for purposes of driver's license sanctions, and an
insurer shall not consider the violation for determination of an individual's
automobile insurance rates.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any of the provisions of this ordinance are for any reason illegal
or void, then the lawful provisions of this ordinance, which are separable from said unlawful
provisions shall be and remain in full force and effect, the same as if the ordinance contained
no illegal or void provisions.
REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this
ordinance are hereby repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective after its final passage and
publication as provided by law.
First Consideration _______________________
Second Consideration ___________________
Approved __________________________
Published in the Quad-City Times on ________________
Attest:
________________________ ______________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
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Chapter 10.16
TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES
10.16.010. Manual and specifications for official traffic control devices. [Ord. 84-247 § 6.1]
All official traffic control devices shall conform to the manual and specifications required by state
law and approved by the Iowa State Department of Transportation. All traffic control devices so
erected and not inconsistent with the provisions of the manual or state law or this ordinance shall
be official traffic control devices.
10.16.020. When official traffic control devices required for enforcement purposes. [Ord.
84-247 § 6.2]
No provision of this ordinance for which official traffic control devices are required shall be
enforced against an alleged violator if at the time and place of the alleged violation an official
traffic control device has not been erected. Whenever a particular section does not state that
official traffic control devices are required, such section shall be effective even though no devices
are erected or in place.
10.16.030. Official traffic control devices — Presumption of legality. [Ord. 84-247 § 6.3]
A. Whenever official traffic control devices are placed in position approximately conforming to
the requirements of this title, such devices shall be presumed to have been so placed by the
official act or direction of lawful authority, unless the contrary shall be established by
competent evidence.
B. Any official traffic control device placed pursuant to the provisions of this title and
purporting to conform to the lawful requirements pertaining to such devices shall be
presumed to comply with the requirements of this title, unless the contrary shall be
established by competent evidence.
10.16.040. Traffic control signals. [Ord. 84-247 § 6.4]
A. For the purpose of this section "stop at the official traffic control signal" means stopping at
the first opportunity at either the clearly marked stop line or before entering the crosswalk or
before entering the intersection.
B. Official traffic control signals consisting of colored lights or colored lighted arrows shall
regulate vehicle and pedestrian traffic in the following manner:
1. A "steady circular red" light means vehicular traffic shall stop. Vehicular traffic shall
remain standing until a signal to proceed is shown or vehicular traffic, unless prohibited
by a sign, may cautiously enter the intersection to make a right turn from the right lane
of traffic or a left turn from a one-way street to a one-way street from the left lane of
traffic on a one-way street onto the left-most lane of traffic on a one-way street. Turns
made under this paragraph shall be made in a manner that does not interfere with other
vehicular or pedestrian traffic lawfully using the intersection. Pedestrian traffic facing a
steady circular red light shall not safely cross the roadway without interfering with any
vehicular traffic.
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2. A "steady circular yellow" or "steady yellow arrow" light means vehicular traffic is
warned that the related green movement is being terminated and vehicular traffic shall
no longer proceed into the intersection and shall stop. If the stop cannot be made in
safety, a vehicle may be driven cautiously through the intersection. Pedestrian traffic is
warned that there is insufficient time to cross the intersection and any pedestrian starting
to cross the roadway shall yield the right-of-way to all vehicles.
3. A "steady circular green" light means vehicular traffic may proceed straight, turn right
or turn left through the intersection unless otherwise specifically prohibited. Vehicular
traffic shall yield the right-of-way to other vehicular and pedestrian traffic lawfully
within the intersection.
4. A "steady green arrow" light shown alone or with another official traffic control signal
means vehicular traffic may cautiously enter the intersection and proceed in the
direction indicated by the arrow. Vehicular traffic shall yield the right-of-way to other
vehicles and pedestrians lawfully within the intersection.
5. A "flashing circular red" light means vehicular traffic shall stop and after stopping may
proceed cautiously through the intersection yielding to all vehicles not required to stop
or yield which are within the intersection or approaching so closely as to constitute a
hazard, but then may proceed.
6. A "flashing yellow" light means vehicular traffic shall proceed through the intersection
or past such signal with caution.
7. A "don't walk" light or symbol is a pedestrian signal which means that pedestrian traffic
facing the illuminated pedestrian signal shall not start to cross the roadway in the
direction of the pedestrian signal, and pedestrian traffic in the crossing shall proceed to
a safety zone.
8. A "walk" light or symbol is a pedestrian signal which means that pedestrian traffic
facing the illuminated pedestrian signal may proceed to cross the roadway in the
direction of the pedestrian signal and shall be given the right-of-way by drivers of all
vehicles.
10.16.050. Unauthorized signs, signals or markings. [Ord. 84-247 § 6.5]
No person shall place, maintain, or display upon or in view of any person upon a street any sign,
signal, marking, or device which purports to be or is an imitation of or resembles an official
parking sign, curb or other marking, traffic control device or railroad sign or signal, or which
attempts to direct the movement of traffic, or which hides from view or interferes with the
effectiveness of any official traffic control device or any railroad sign or signal, if such sign,
signal, marking, or device has not been authorized by the City traffic engineer and no person shall
place or maintain any traffic sign or signal bearing thereon any commercial advertising.
Every such prohibited sign, signal, or marking is hereby declared to be a public nuisance and the
City Administrator is hereby empowered to remove the same or cause it to be removed without
notice.
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10.16.060. Effective hours of traffic control devices. [Ord. 84-247 § 6.6]
Whenever official traffic control devices are placed in position approximately conforming to
requirements of this title such devices shall be presumed to be in full force and effect at all times
unless the hours during which the device is in effect are so stated on the device.
10.16.070. Automated traffic enforcement. [1-29-2025 by Ord. No. 2025-34; Ord. 2009-337
§ 1; Ord. 2005-361; Ord. 2004-35]
A. General.
1. The City of Davenport's Automated Traffic Enforcement Program will comply with all
requirements outlined in the State of Iowa Code § 321P.
2. The City of Davenport, in accordance with the police powers authorized it by the State
of Iowa for governing safe traffic flow, may deploy, erect or cause to have erected an
automated traffic enforcement system for making video images of vehicles that fail to
obey red light traffic signals or speed regulations at intersections or other locations in
the City that result in critical traffic safety issues such as traffic collisions, or crashes
resulting in serious injury or death. The system may be managed by a private contractor
that owns and operates the requisite equipment with supervisory control vested in the
City's Police Department. Video images shall be provided to the Police Department by
the contractor for review. The Police Department will determine which vehicle owners
are in violation of the City's traffic control ordinances and are to receive a notice of
violation for the offense.
B. Definitions.
1. AUTOMATED TRAFFIC CITATION – Shall mean a notice of a traffic violation
generated and affirmed through the automated traffic enforcement system.
2. AUTOMATED TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT SYSTEM – Shall mean an electronic
system consisting of a camera or other optical device to work in conjunction with a
vehicle sensor or speed measuring device to produce a video or photograph that is then
reviewed and approved by an officer from the local police department and/or a trained
department employee to affirm a traffic violation occurred.
3. VEHICLE OWNER – Shall mean the person who holds the legal title to a motor
vehicle. However, if the motor vehicle is the subject of a security agreement with a right
of possession in the debtor, the debtor is deemed the owner, or if the motor vehicle is
leased as defined in Iowa Code § 321.493, the lessee is deemed the owner for this
section.
C. Vehicle owner subject to civil fine for automated traffic citations.
1. The vehicle owner shall be liable for a fine as imposed below if such vehicle crosses a
marked stop line or the intersection plane at a system location when the traffic signal for
that vehicle's direction is emitting a steady red light or red arrow.
2. The vehicle owner shall be liable for a fine as imposed below if such vehicle travels at
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a speed above the posted speed limit.
3. A list of non-exclusive exemptions from liability under this section are set forth below
and shall not be considered violations for purposes of the automated traffic enforcement
system.
(a) The violation occurred after the vehicle in question or its state registration plates
were reported to a law enforcement agency as stolen and were not yet recovered.
(b) The vehicle operator was issued a uniform traffic citation for the violation at issue
pursuant to Davenport Municipal Code.
(c) The vehicle in question was an authorized emergency vehicle and/or otherwise was
conducting official business.
(d) The officer or employee reviewing the image determines that the vehicle in
question entered the intersection to yield the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle.
(e) The officer or employee reviewing the image determines that the vehicle in
question was lawfully participating in a funeral procession.
(f) The officer or employee reviewing the image determines that the image, in whole
or in part, is unclear due to weather, obstruction, or poor image quality to such
extent that rejection of the detected violation is warranted.
(g) The officer or employee reviewing the image is unable to determine which vehicle
in the image triggered the automated system when more than one vehicle is present
in the image.
(h) The foregoing list of exemptions shall not be construed as limiting the defenses
available to challenge an automated traffic citation or defend a municipal
infraction.
4. The Iowa Department of Transportation or similar department of any other state shall
not consider the violation for purposes of driver's license sanctions, and an insurer shall
not consider the violation for determination of an individual's automobile insurance
rates
D. Notice of automated traffic citations.
1. After review and affirmation by a police officer or employee of the violation detected
by the automated traffic enforcement system, a notice will be mailed to the vehicle
owner for each detected violation.
2. The notice will be mailed within 30 days after receiving the vehicle owner's
information.
3. The notice shall include the name and address of the vehicle owner, the vehicle make,
the violation alleged, the time, date, and location of the alleged violation, the applicable
fine, information pertaining to how the citation may be challenged, and notification that
the citation is based upon an image generated by an automatic traffic enforcement
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system.
E. Penalty for violations.
1. A civil fine of $100 shall be imposed for any violation of Subsection C1, which shall be
payable to the City of Davenport at the City's Finance Department.
2. A civil fine, as listed in the table below, shall be imposed for any violation of Subsection
C2, which shall be payable to the City of Davenport at the City's Finance Department.
Violations occurring in construction zones shall incur greater fines as indicated below.
Speed Over Limit Civil Fine If in Construction Zone
11 through 20 mph $75 $150
21 through 25 mph $100 $200
26 through 30 mph $200 $500
Over 30 mph $500 $1,000
F. Challenging an automated traffic citation.
1. The vehicle owner who receives a citation for a violation detected by the automated
traffic enforcement system may appeal the violation through the Davenport Police
Department and submit clear and convincing evidence that the vehicle owner was not
operating the motor vehicle at the time of the violation.
(a) As part of the appeal, the owner shall provide the name and address of the person
who was operating the motor vehicle at the time of the violation.
(b) If the appeal determines the vehicle owner was not operating the vehicle at the time
of the violation, the citation issued to the vehicle owner may be amended and
issued to the person identified as operating the vehicle.
2. A recipient of an automated traffic citation may dispute the citation by requesting an
issuance of a municipal infraction citation by the Police Department
(a) Such request will result in a required court appearance by the recipient and in the
scheduling of a trial before a judge or magistrate at the Scott County Courthouse.
(b) The issuance of a municipal infraction citation will cause the imposition of state-
mandated court costs which are added to the amount of the violation if the court
finds the recipient guilty.
G. Failure to timely pay or challenge.
1. A recipient of a notice of violation who does not request the issuance of a municipal
infraction citation to dispute the alleged violation by contested proceedings before a
judge or magistrate within the time specified by the notice of violation, will be deemed
to have waived his right to dispute the violation, and the violation will be admitted with
the civil penalty being due and owing to the City.
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2. A notice of intent to default will be mailed to the recipient at least 10 days prior to the
deadline for contesting.
3. If the recipient of an automated traffic citation does not either pay the fine by the due
date stated on the original citation or successfully challenge the citation as provided
herein, the City may file a municipal infraction against the vehicle owner in accordance
with City of Davenport Municipal Code Section 1.30.020 and Iowa Code § 364.22 ,
seeking judgment for the applicable civil fine plus state-mandated filing fees, court
costs, and any other administrative fees associated to the collection of the fine.
4. If judgment is entered for the City in the municipal infraction proceeding, the City may,
subject to applicable law, pursue enforcement of the judgment, together with interest as
permitted by law.
5. Collection of that judgment may include referral to the debt collection program as
administered by the Iowa Department of Revenue.
6. Notwithstanding the City's right to file a municipal infraction, the City may first seek
voluntary payment of the fine by sending a written request for payment to the vehicle
owner and/or referring the matter to a private service agent to conduct collection in
accordance with all applicable law.
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10.16.070. Automated traffic enforcement. [1-29-2025 by Ord. No. 2025-34; Ord. 2009-337
§ 1; Ord. 2005-361; Ord. 2004-35]
A. General.
1. The City of Davenport's Automated Traffic Enforcement Program will comply with all
requirements outlined in the State of Iowa Code § 321P.
2. The City of Davenport, in accordance with the police powers authorized it by the State
of Iowa for governing safe traffic flow, may deploy, erect or cause to have erected an
automated traffic enforcement system for making video images of vehicles that fail to
obey red light traffic signals or speed regulations at intersections or other locations in
the City that result in critical traffic safety issues such as traffic collisions, or crashes
resulting in serious injury or death. The system may be managed by a private contractor
that owns and operates the requisite equipment with supervisory control vested in the
City's Police Department. Video images shall be provided to the Police Department by
the contractor for review. The Police Department will determine which vehicle owners
are in violation of the City's traffic control ordinances and are to receive a notice of
violation for the offense.
B. Definitions.
1. AUTOMATED TRAFFIC CITATION – Shall mean a notice of a traffic violation
generated and affirmed through the automated traffic enforcement system.
2. AUTOMATED TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT SYSTEM – Shall mean an electronic
system consisting of a camera or other optical device to work in conjunction with a
vehicle sensor or speed measuring device to produce a video or photograph that is then
reviewed and approved by an officer from the local police department and/or a trained
department employee to affirm a traffic violation occurred.
3. VEHICLE OWNER – Shall mean the person who holds the legal title to a motor
vehicle. However, if the motor vehicle is the subject of a security agreement with a right
of possession in the debtor, the debtor is deemed the owner, or if the motor vehicle is
leased as defined in Iowa Code § 321.493, the lessee is deemed the owner for this
section.
C. Vehicle owner subject to civil fine for automated traffic citations.
1. The vehicle owner or operator after a successful appeal by the vehicle owner under
10.16.070(F), shall be liable for a fine as imposed below if such vehicle crosses a
marked stop line or the intersection plane at a system location when the traffic signal for
that vehicle's direction is emitting a steady red light or red arrow.
2. The vehicle owner or operator after a successful appeal by the vehicle owner under
10.16.070(F), shall be liable for a fine as imposed below if such vehicle travels at a
speed above the posted speed limit.
3. A list of non-exclusive exemptions from liability under this section are set forth below
and shall not be considered violations for purposes of the automated traffic enforcement
system.
(a) The violation occurred after the vehicle in question or its state registration plates
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were reported to a law enforcement agency as stolen and were not yet recovered.
(b) The vehicle operator was issued a uniform traffic citation for the violation at issue
pursuant to Davenport Municipal Code.
(c) The vehicle in question was an authorized emergency vehicle and/or otherwise was
conducting official business.
(d) The officer or employee reviewing the image determines that the vehicle in
question entered the intersection to yield the right-of-way to an emergency vehicle.
(e) The officer or employee reviewing the image determines that the vehicle in
question was lawfully participating in a funeral procession.
(f) The officer or employee reviewing the image determines that the image, in whole
or in part, is unclear due to weather, obstruction, or poor image quality to such
extent that rejection of the detected violation is warranted.
(g) The officer or employee reviewing the image is unable to determine which vehicle
in the image triggered the automated system when more than one vehicle is present
in the image.
(h) The foregoing list of exemptions shall not be construed as limiting the defenses
available to challenge an automated traffic citation or defend a municipal
infraction.
4. The Iowa Department of Transportation or similar department of any other state shall
not consider the violation for purposes of driver's license sanctions, and an insurer shall
not consider the violation for determination of an individual's automobile insurance
rates
D. Notice of automated traffic citations.
1. After review and affirmation by a police officer or employee of the violation detected
by the automated traffic enforcement system, a notice will be mailed to the vehicle
owner for each detected violation.
2. The notice will be mailed within 30 days after receiving the vehicle owner's
information.
3. The notice shall include the name and address of the vehicle owner, the vehicle make,
the violation alleged, the time, date, and location of the alleged violation, the applicable
fine, information pertaining to how the citation may be challenged, and notification that
the citation is based upon an image generated by an automatic traffic enforcement
system.
E. Penalty for violations.
1. A civil fine of $100 shall be imposed for any violation of Subsection C1, which shall be
payable to the City of Davenport at the City's Finance Department.
2. A civil fine, as listed in the table below, shall be imposed for any violation of Subsection
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C2, which shall be payable to the City of Davenport at the City's Finance Department.
Violations occurring in construction zones shall incur greater fines as indicated below.
Speed Over Limit Civil Fine If in Construction Zone Commented [WH1]: State code change.
11 through 20 mph $75 $150
21 through 25 mph $100 $200
26 through 30 mph $200 $500
Over 30 mph $500 $1,000
F. Challenging an automated traffic citation.
1. The vehicle owner who receives a citation for a violation detected by the automated
traffic enforcement system may appeal the violation through the Davenport Police
Department and submit clear and convincing evidence that the vehicle owner was not
operating the motor vehicle at the time of the violation.
(a) As part of the appeal, the owner shall provide the name and address of the person
who was operating the motor vehicle at the time of the violation.
(b) If the appeal determines the vehicle owner was not operating the vehicle at the time
of the violation, the citation issued to the vehicle owner may be amended and
issued to the person identified as operating the vehicle.
2. A recipient of an automated traffic citation may dispute the citation by requesting an
issuance of a municipal infraction citation by the Police Department
(a) Such request will result in a required court appearance by the recipient and in the
scheduling of a trial before a judge or magistrate at the Scott County Courthouse.
(b) The issuance of a municipal infraction citation will cause the imposition of state-
mandated court costs which are added to the amount of the violation if the court
finds the recipient guilty.
G. Failure to timely pay or challenge.
1. A recipient of a notice of violation who does not request the issuance of a municipal
infraction citation to dispute the alleged violation by contested proceedings before a
judge or magistrate within the time specified by the notice of violation, will be deemed
to have waived his right to dispute the violation, and the violation will be admitted with
the civil penalty being due and owing to the City.
2. A notice of intent to default will be mailed to the recipient at least 10 days prior to the
deadline for contesting.
3. If the recipient of an automated traffic citation does not either pay the fine by the due
date stated on the original citation or successfully challenge the citation as provided
herein, the City may file a municipal infraction against the vehicle owner in accordance
with City of Davenport Municipal Code Section 1.30.020 and Iowa Code § 364.22 ,
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seeking judgment for the applicable civil fine plus state-mandated filing fees, court
costs, and any other administrative fees associated to the collection of the fine.
4. If judgment is entered for the City in the municipal infraction proceeding, the City may,
subject to applicable law, pursue enforcement of the judgment, together with interest as
permitted by law.
5. Collection of that judgment may include referral to the debt collection program as
administered by the Iowa Department of Revenue.
6. Notwithstanding the City's right to file a municipal infraction, the City may first seek
voluntary payment of the fine by sending a written request for payment to the vehicle
owner and/or referring the matter to a private service agent to conduct collection in
accordance with all applicable law.
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Department: Legal Action / Date
Contact Info: Sam Huff | 1/21/2026
Subject:
First Consideration: Ordinance amending chapter 10.40 entitled “speed restrictions” of the
Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, to clarify the applicability of posted and code-established
speed limits. [All Wards]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Ordinance.
Background:
The proposed amendment adds the phrase “unless otherwise posted or established in this
code” to clarify that the listed speed limits serve as default speeds and may be superseded by
posted signs or other speed limits adopted elsewhere in the Municipal Code. This clarification
ensures consistency with existing traffic control practices and provides clear legal authority for
enforcing posted speed limits where conditions warrant different speeds.
The added language improves enforcement clarity, reduces ambiguity, and strengthens the
legal defensibility of speed regulations without changing the intent or overall structure of the
ordinance.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Current Chapter 10.40
3. 10.40.020 Redline
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 10.40 ENTITLED “SPEED RESTRICTIONS” OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE OF DAVENPORT, IOWA TO CLARIFY APPLICABILITY OF POSTED AND
CODE-ESTABLISHED SPEED LIMITS.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DAVENPORT, IOWA:
Section 1. That Chapter 10.40 entitled “Speed Restrictions” of the Municipal Code of
Davenport, Iowa, be and the same is hereby amended to reads as follows:
10.40.020 Speed restrictions.
Unless otherwise posted or established in this code, the following shall be the lawful speed
except as hereinbefore or hereinafter modified, and any speed in excess thereof shall be
unlawful:
A. Twenty miles per hour in any business district.
B. Twenty-five miles per hour in any residence district.
C. Twenty-five miles per hour in any school zone on school days from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. when signs are erected giving notice thereof.
D. Forty-five miles per hour in any suburban district.
E. Fifteen miles per hour in any alley.
F. Fifteen miles per hour within the boundary of all public parking facilities.
G. Fifteen miles per hour on all drives and parking lots on premises of Annie Wittenmeyer
complex.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any of the provisions of this ordinance are for any reason illegal
or void, then the lawful provisions of this ordinance, which are separable from said unlawful
provisions shall be and remain in full force and effect, the same as if the ordinance contained
no illegal or void provisions.
REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this
ordinance are hereby repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective after its final passage and
publication as provided by law.
First Consideration __________________________
Second Consideration ______________________
Approved _________________________________
Published in the Quad-City Times on __________________________
Attest:
__________________________ __________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport, IA
10.40.010 10.40.030
Chapter 10.40
SPEED RESTRICTIONS
10.40.010. Basic rule. [Ord. 84-247 § 12.1]
Any person driving a motor vehicle on a street shall drive the same at a careful and prudent speed
not greater than nor less than is reasonable and proper, having due regard to the traffic, surface
and width of the street and of any other conditions then existing, and no person shall drive any
vehicle upon a street at a speed greater than will permit him to bring it to a stop within the assured
clear distance ahead, such driver having the right to assume, however, that all persons using said
street will observe the law.
10.40.020. Speed restrictions. [Ord. 2008-504 § 1; Ord. 84-517 § 1; Ord. 84-247 § 12.2]
The following shall be the lawful speed except as hereinbefore or hereinafter modified, and any
speed in excess thereof shall be unlawful:
A. Twenty miles per hour in any business district.
B. Twenty-five miles per hour in any residence district.
C. Twenty-five miles per hour in any school zone on school days from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
when signs are erected giving notice thereof.
D. Forty-five miles per hour in any suburban district.
E. Fifteen miles per hour in any alley.
F. Fifteen miles per hour within the boundary of all public parking facilities.
G. Fifteen miles per hour on all drives and parking lots on premises of Annie Wittenmeyer
complex.
10.40.030. Control of vehicle. [Ord. 2017-333 § 1; Ord. 84-247 § 12.3]
A. A person operating a motor vehicle shall have the vehicle under control at all times.
B. A person operating a motor vehicle shall reduce speed to a reasonable and proper rate:
1. When approaching and passing a person walking in the traveled portion of the public
highway.
2. When approaching and passing an animal which is being led, ridden or driven upon a
public highway.
3. When approaching or traversing a crossing or intersection of public highways, or a
sharp turn, curve, or steep descent in a public highway.
4. When approaching and passing an emergency warning device displayed in accordance
with rules adopted under Iowa law, or an emergency vehicle displaying a revolving or
flashing light or directional light arrow.
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5. When approaching or passing a slow moving vehicle displaying a reflective device or
flashing light.
6. When approaching or passing through a road work zone.
10.40.040. Minimum speed regulation.
No person shall drive a motor vehicle at such a slow speed as to impede or block the normal and
reasonable movement of traffic except when reduced speed is necessary for safe operation or in
compliance with law. Police officers are hereby authorized to enforce the provision by directions
to drivers, and in the event of apparent willful disobedience to this provision and refusal to comply
with direction of an officer in accordance herewith the continued slow operation by a driver shall
be unlawful.
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10.40.020. Speed restrictions. [Ord. 2008-504 § 1; Ord. 84-517 § 1; Ord. 84-247 § 12.2]
Unless otherwise posted or established in this code, tThe following shall be the lawful speed except
as hereinbefore or hereinafter modified, and any speed in excess thereof shall be unlawful:
A. Twenty miles per hour in any business district.
B. Twenty-five miles per hour in any residence district.
C. Twenty-five miles per hour in any school zone on school days from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
when signs are erected giving notice thereof.
D. Forty-five miles per hour in any suburban district.
E. Fifteen miles per hour in any alley.
F. Fifteen miles per hour within the boundary of all public parking facilities.
G. Fifteen miles per hour on all drives and parking lots on premises of Annie Wittenmeyer
complex.
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Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Brian Schadt | 563-326-7923 1/21/2026
Subject:
First Consideration: Ordinance amending Schedule VI Speed Limits of Chapter 10.96 entitled
“Schedules” of the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa by changing West 3rd Street from
Marquette Street to Brown Street to a 25-mph speed zone. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Ordinance.
Background:
West 3rd Street currently has a posted speed limit of 35 miles per hour between Telegraph
Road and Brown Street, and a posted speed limit of 25 miles per hour east of Brown Street.
Prior to the conversion of a portion of 3rd Street from a one-way roadway to a two-way
roadway, the roadway operated with three travel lanes in a single direction, which provided
wider operating space and contributed to higher vehicle speeds. Following the conversion, part
of the corridor now consists of one travel lane in each direction. This change in roadway
configuration has significantly altered traffic operations and has reduced the ability of vehicles
to travel at higher speeds.
Given the current two-way configuration, the existing 35-mile-per-hour speed limit is no longer
consistent with the roadway’s function, lane arrangement, or adjacent land uses. Reducing the
speed limit to 25 miles per hour for the segment of West 3rd Street that was converted to two-
way traffic would create consistency with the adjacent segment east of Brown Street, better
align with current operating conditions, and support overall traffic safety.
For these reasons, staff recommends reducing the posted speed limit to 25 miles per hour on
West 3rd Street between Marquette Street and Brown Street.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
ORDINANCE NO. _________________
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SCHEDULE VI SPEED LIMITS OF CHAPTER 10.96 ENTITLED
“SCHEDULES” OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF DAVENPORT, IOWA BY CHANGING WEST 3RD STREET
FROM MARQUETTE STREET TO BROWN STREET TO A 25-MPH SPEED ZONE.
Section 1. That Schedule VI Speed Limits of Chapter 10.96 entitled “Schedules” of the Municipal Code
of Davenport Iowa be and the same is hereby amended by changing the following:
West 3rd Street from Marquette Street to Brown Street to a 25-mph speed zone.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any of the provisions of this ordinance are for any reason illegal or void,
then the lawful provisions of this ordinance, which are separable from said unlawful provisions shall
be and remain in full force and effect, the same as if the ordinance contained no illegal or void
provisions.
REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are
hereby repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective after its final passage and
publication as by law provided.
First Consideration _____________________________
Second Consideration _________________________
Approved ________________________________
Published in The Quad-City Times on ___________________________
Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Administration Action / Date
Contact Info: Brian Krup | 563-326-6163 1/21/2026
Subject:
Resolution approving street, lane, and public ground closure requests on the listed dates and
times for outdoor events.
Jaycees of the Quad Cities; Wedding Expo; RiverCenter | 136 East 3rd Street; 2:00 p.m. - 5:00
p.m. Saturday, January 31, 2026; Closure: Pershing Avenue from East 2nd Street to East 3rd
Street. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
Per the City's Special Events Policy, City Council will approve street, lane, and public ground
closure requests based on the recommendation of the Special Events Committee.
Wedding Expo | This closure is requested to ensure the safety of vendors during tear down and
vehicle loading after the Expo.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Wedding Expo Closure Map
Resolution No. ________________
Resolution offered by Alderman Jobgen.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving street, lane, or public ground closure requests for the listed dates and times.
Jaycees of the Quad Cities; Wedding Expo; RiverCenter | 136 East 3rd Street; 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 31, 2026; Closure: Pershing Avenue from East 2nd Street to East 3rd Street. [Ward
3]
WHEREAS, the City, through its Special Events Policy, has accepted the above applications for events
on the listed date and time that are requesting street, lane, or public ground closures; and
WHEREAS, upon review of the applications, it has been determined that streets, lanes, or public
grounds will need to be closed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa that the above
street, lane, or public ground closure requests are hereby approved and staff is directed to proceed
with the closures.
Passed and approved this 28th day of January, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
__________________________ ________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Fire Action / Date
Contact Info: Jeff VanderWiere | 563-326-7942 1/21/2026
Subject:
Resolution approving the purchase of a replacement Hazardous Materials (HazMat) vehicle from
Reliant Fire Apparatus from Slinger, Wisconsin, for an amount not to exceed $1,800,000. [All
Wards]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
On October 22, 2025, the City Council approved the award of a contract to Feld Fire for the
purchase of this asset. Since that time, Fire Administration has experienced ongoing difficulty
contacting the vendor to obtain responses to specific vehicle- and equipment-related questions
prior to contract execution. This level of unresponsiveness has been unsatisfactory; therefore,
staff sought pricing from an alternative vendor. Reliant Fire out of Wisconsin is a dealer for
Pierce manufacturing. Fire administration has confirmed that Pierce (Reliant Fire) can meet the
timeframe necessary to replace the current aging equipment. The agenda item currently before
the City Council is for review and approval of awarding the purchase to that alternative vendor,
keeping the dollar amount for the contract the same.
The justification for the purchase remains the same and the justification below was included in
the October 22, 2025, resolution:
The Davenport Fire Department’s Hazardous Materials Team serves Davenport, as well as Scott
County, Clinton County, and Jackson County. The Davenport Fire Department has mutual aid
agreements with several agencies within Iowa and Illinois including the Rock Island Arsenal
Army installation. In addition, the Davenport Hazardous Materials Team is part of the Iowa
Hazardous Materials Taskforce and the Iowa Weapons of Mass Destruction Strike Force. With
these partnerships, personnel and equipment may be deployed throughout the state of Iowa.
The team must have the capability to respond to hazardous materials incidents at any time and
must be able to transport required technology, mitigation supplies, and personal protective
equipment for responders to the incident.
The proposed vehicle is a forty-foot straight truck with a tandem axle which will allow up to six
personnel to respond to hazardous materials events. Once on scene, the HazMat response
vehicle is used for research, lighting, weather monitoring, donning protective equipment,
incident command, and rehabilitation of responders. Many efforts have been made in recent
years to pursue federal funding or grant support for this purchase without success. The
department can no longer afford to wait as lead times for vehicles are being quoted up to three
years. The current vehicle is approaching 30 years old and is showing signs of its age, including
stress fractures throughout the frame. These deficiencies are resulting in increased
maintenance expenses and lack of reliability despite the Davenport Fire Department’s efforts to
repair the vehicle.
Procurement of a replacement HazMat response vehicle to support Davenport Fire Department’s
Hazardous Materials Team will increase personnel safety, provide a dependable, NFPA-
compliant vehicle with lower maintenance costs, and allow continuity of operations and
response capability. The total cost is estimated around $1,800,000. This resolution will
authorize vehicle order. Payment will not be due until delivery. The FY 2028 budget will include
general obligation bonds to fund this purchase.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman Jobgen.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving the purchase of a replacement Hazardous Materials (HazMat) vehicle from
Reliant Fire Apparatus of Slinger, Wisconsin, for an amount not to exceed $1,800,000.
WHEREAS, the City of Davenport is committed to a well-protected community; and
WHEREAS, the mission of the fire service is to protect life and property through education, prevention,
and response; and
WHEREAS, hazardous materials response is a crucial component of the mission of the Davenport Fire
Department; and
WHEREAS, this purchase has the support of many stakeholders including Bettendorf Fire Department,
Camanche Fire Department, Clinton County Emergency Management Agency, Clinton Fire
Department, MercyOne Genesis Health, Jackson County Emergency Management Agency, Rock Island
Arsenal Fire Department, and other community members and partners.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa that the
purchase of a replacement Hazardous Materials (HazMat) vehicle from Reliant Fire Apparatus of
Slinger, Wisconsin, for an amount not to exceed $1,800,000 is hereby approved.
Passed and approved this 28th day of January, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Finance Action / Date
Contact Info: Jamie Swanson | 563-326-7795 1/21/2026
Subject:
Motion approving beer and liquor license applications.
A. New License, New Owner, Temporary Permit, Temporary Outdoor Area, Location Transfer,
Etc. (as noted):
Ward 2
The Charley Horse Inn (The Charley Horse Inn, LLC) - 6315 West Kimberly Road – New
License/Owners with Outdoor Area - License Type: Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
B. Annual License Renewals (with Outdoor Area as noted):
Ward 3
Sam's Food (Sam Food, LLC) - 648 North Marquette Street - License Type: Class E Liquor
(Carry-Out)
Ward 6
Homewood Suites (Davenport Lodging Group, LLC) - 4750 Progress Drive - License Type:
Special Class C Beer/wine (On-Premises)
Izumi Japanese Steak House (Izumi Steakhouse, LLC) - 4901 Utica Ridge Road - License Type:
Class C Liquor (On-Premises)
Mart Stop1 (Mart Stop #1) - 3527 Spring Street - License Type: Class E Liquor (Carry-Out)
Recommendation:
Pass the Motion.
Background:
These applications have been reviewed by the Police, Fire, and Zoning Departments.
Attachments:
None
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 1/21/2026
Subject:
Resolution accepting work completed under the Flood Mitigation | West River Drive and
Marquette Street project by Five Cities Construction Company of Coal Valley, Illinois, in the
amount of $1,891,463.40, CIP #68022. [Ward 3]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
This project is located near the intersection of West River Drive and Marquette Street. The
scope was to construct a new underground concrete structure with two new mechanical slide
gates to better control Mississippi River flooding and provide easier access and operation of this
system for Public Works maintenance crews during flooding. The project also separated and
simplified existing storm sewer pipes so that pipes located below West 2nd Street are not
inundated by flood waters through the installation of a new gatewell system, while storm sewer
pipes located on and above W. 2nd Street, where head pressure and elevation are greater, will
bypass the gate system. The previous gate system was believed to be from the 1950’s or
1960’s and leaked, causing operational issues. Also, the configuration of pipes made it difficult
to combat flood water inside the storm sewer pipes. While the Marquette Street and River Drive
intersection will continue to flood during times of major flood stage due to overland flow, this
system will better protect the intersection during minor flood stage and during a majority of
river elevations.
The total project cost was $1,891,463.40 and was funded in CIP #68022 l Flood Mitigation:
River Drive & Marquette. This project was partially funded by grants awarded by the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) ($1,265,625 or 67%) and Iowa Homeland Security
and Emergency Management ($168,750 or 9%). The remaining amount was through the
Capital Improvement Program ($457,088.40 or 24%).
Attachments:
1. Resolution
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION accepting work completed under the Flood Mitigation | West River Drive and Marquette
Street project by Five Cities Construction Company of Coal Valley, Illinois, in the amount of
$1,891,463.40, CIP #68022.
WHEREAS, the City of Davenport entered into contract with Five Cities Construction Company for the
Flood Mitigation | West River Drive and Marquette Street project; and
WHEREAS, work of constructing the above-named project has been duly and fully completed by the
contractor in accordance with the terms of the contract; and
WHEREAS, the final cost of the contract was $1,891,463.40.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that work
completed under the Flood Mitigation | West River Drive and Marquette Street project by Five Cities
Construction Company of Coal Valley, Illinois, in the amount of $1,891,463.40 is hereby accepted.
Passed and approved this 28th day of January, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Brian Schadt | 563-326-7923 1/21/2026
Subject:
Resolution awarding a contract for engineering services for the North Duck Creek Interceptor
Flow Meters to RJN Group of Downers Grove, Illinois, in the amount of $347,250, CIP #30057.
[All Wards]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
In accordance with the Administrative Order 2013-WW-07, the City has continued performing
sanitary sewer evaluation studies (SSES) throughout the sanitary sewer system. These studies
evaluate the condition and performance of the sanitary sewer system, identify sources of
infiltration and inflow (I&I), assess system capacity during wet weather events, and recommend
cost-effective improvements and repairs. After these SSES are complete, multiple projects and
programs have followed which have performed spot repairs, sewer replacement, cured in place
sewer lining and manhole rehabilitation and reconstruction. To determine the success of the
completed projects, as well as identify future basins needing additional study, staff proposes to
install nine flow meters within branches which feed the North Duck Creek Interceptor.
Additionally, five rain gauges will be installed. This contract will provide for the acquisition,
installation, calibration, and engineering data analysis of the meters.
Flow meter data will provide information for future projects and the overall health of the
collection system.
This project will be funded through CIP #30057 | Inflow and Infiltration Removal Program.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Meter Map
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION awarding a contract for engineering services for the North Duck Creek Interceptor Flow
Meters to RJN Group of Downers Grove, Illinois, in an amount not to exceed $347,250, CIP #30057.
WHEREAS, the City of Davenport needs to contract for engineering services for the North Duck Creek
Interceptor Flow Meters; and
WHEREAS, the contract RJN Group of Downers Grove, Illinois, will provide acquisition, installation,
calibration, and engineering data analysis of the meters.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa that a contract
for engineering services for the North Duck Creek Interceptor Flow Meters is hereby awarded to RJN
Group of Downers Grove, Illinois, in an amount not to exceed $347,250.
Passed and approved this 28th day of January, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 1/21/2026
Subject:
Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the
Pine Street (West 49th Street to West 53rd Street) Reconstruction project, CIP #35061. [Ward
2]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
This project will reconstruct Pine Street from West 49th Street to West 53rd Street. The
proposed improvements include, but are not limited to, the furnishing of all labor, materials and
equipment necessary for the reconstruction of the existing concrete roadway, installation of
subdrains, ADA sidewalk and ramps, adjustment of all existing utility surface features to finish
grade, replacement of the adjacent driveway approaches, paint striping, topsoil, sodding, and
erosion control.
During preliminary design, the Traffic Engineering Division evaluated corridor traffic volumes,
operating speeds, turning movements, and crash history. Based on this analysis, a roadway
reconfiguration (road diet) is recommended for this segment of Pine Street, converting the
existing four-lane cross-section to a three-lane configuration. The proposed layout would
provide one through lane in each direction with a center two-way left-turn lane, consistent with
the existing lane configuration south of 49th Street.
The current average daily traffic (ADT) on this segment is approximately 9,500 vehicles per day.
A three-lane roadway has a typical operational capacity of 15,000 to 20,000 vehicles per day,
indicating adequate capacity for existing and projected traffic volumes. The proposed
configuration reduces conflict points associated with turning movements and improves overall
corridor safety. National studies indicate that road diets result in crash reductions ranging from
19% to 47%. In addition to safety benefits, road diets promote lower operating speeds and
more consistent traffic flow. A comparable four-to-three lane conversion on Hickory Grove Road
resulted in a reduction in average vehicle speeds of approximately 5 mph. The proposed
reconfiguration would also narrow the roadway footprint, reducing pavement replacement
quantities and overall impervious surface area.
This project will be funded through CIP #35061 | High-Volume Street Projects.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Map
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the Pine
Street (West 49th Street to West 53rd Street) Reconstruction project, CIP #35061.
WHEREAS, plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost were filed with the City Clerk
of Davenport, Iowa, for the Pine Street (West 49th Street to West 53rd Street) Reconstruction project;
and
WHEREAS, notice of Hearing on the plans, specifications, and form of contract was published as
required by law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that said
plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost are hereby approved as the plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the Pine Street (West 49th Street to West
53rd Street) Reconstruction project.
Passed and approved this 28th day of January, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 1/21/2026
Subject:
Resolution approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the
installation of traffic signals at the intersection of Brady Street and Lombard Street, CIP
#38015. [Ward 5]
Recommendation:
Adopt the resolution.
Background:
To improve safety at the intersection of Brady Street and 12th Street, a traffic engineering
study was completed using the warrants outlined in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control
Devices (MUTCD). The study determined that installation of a traffic signal is appropriate and
warranted at this location.
The Iowa DOT provides funds through the Urban-State Traffic Engineering Program (U-STEP)
for safety or operational improvements on primary roadways. Through this program, the Iowa
DOT has agreed to fund 55% of the construction costs, up to a maximum contribution of
$71,500, for the installation of this traffic signal.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving the plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the
installation of traffic signals at the intersection of Brady Street and Lombard Street, CIP #38015.
WHEREAS, the City of Davenport believes it is necessary to improve this intersection by installing new
traffic signal equipment at Brady Street and Lombard Street; and
WHEREAS, plans and specifications have been prepared by City of Davenport staff and the project
costs paid for by the Iowa Department of Transportation and the City of Davenport; and
WHEREAS, notice of Hearing on the plans, specifications, and form of contract was published as
required by law.
NOW THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that
said plans, specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost are hereby approved as the plans,
specifications, form of contract, and estimate of cost for the installation of traffic signals at the
intersection of Brady Street and Lombard Street
Passed and approved this 28th day of January, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Public Works Action / Date
Contact Info: Clay Merritt | 563-326-7734 1/21/2026
Subject:
Resolution approving and adopting preliminary plans and specifications and plats and schedules
for the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program. [Wards 4 & 5]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
As a part of the Alley Cost Share Program, alley reconstruction/resurfacing requests begin by
receiving a petition signed by 30% of the property owners on the block face. Staff then
provides cost estimates based on the following updated cost sharing:
• Residential | 25% property owner/75% City funds
• Commercial | 50% property owner/50% City funds
If more than 50% of the property owners wish to ‘opt out’ of the program, then the alley does
not move forward in the assessment process. This ‘opt out’ period has occurred, and the
following alleys have been identified to participate in the Program:
• The north-south alley between Brady Street and Perry Street from East 14th Street to
East 15th Street. (Resurfacing)
• The east-west alley between West 16th Street and West 15th Street from Gaines Street
and Scott Street. (Reconstruction).
This Program will include pavement reconstruction or milling of the existing surface and asphalt
overlay, sidewalk and ADA curb ramps as needed, and other associated work. As a part of the
procedure for Iowa Code 384.46 for Special Assessments, the City is required to complete this
Resolution.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Location Map
3. Prelim Plat
4. Prelim Schedule
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman R. Dunn.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving and adopting preliminary plans and specifications and plats and
schedules for the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program.
WHEREAS, this Council has adopted a preliminary resolution pursuant to Section 384.42 of the
Code of Iowa, covering the resurfacing or reconstruction of the following alleys also known as
the 2026 Alley Cost Share Program (herein referred to as the “Improvement Project”):
north-south alley between Brady Street and Perry Street from East 14th Street to East
15th Street (resurfacing);
east-west alley between West 16th Street and West 15th Street from Gaines Street and
Scott Street. (reconstruction); and
WHEREAS, in accordance with such preliminary resolution, the Project Engineers have prepared
preliminary plans and specifications, an estimated cost of the work, and plats and preliminary
schedules and have filed the same with the Clerk; and
WHEREAS, this Council has determined the valuation of each lot proposed to be assessed for
such Improvement Project and such valuations are now shown on the schedules, and this Council
deems it advisable that the said preliminary plans and specifications, estimated cost of the work
and plats and preliminary schedules should be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that:
A. the preliminary plans and specifications referred to in the preamble hereof be and the
same are hereby approved.
B. the plats and schedules and estimate of cost are hereby ratified and approved.
C. this Council proposes to proceed with the Improvement Project and a proposed resolution
of necessity shall be prepared in accordance with provisions of the Code of Iowa.
D. all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith be and the same are hereby
repealed.
Passed and approved this 28th day of January, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
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Parcel Address Deed1 Name Deed Address Deed CSZ Property Value Amount Assessment Subdivison Lot Block Section Township Range Legal Description
G0012-02 501 W 16TH ST JOSEPH L MAXWELL PO BOX 2202 DAVENPORT IA 52809 $ 84,920.00 $ - $ 1,290.00 SUMMIT PARK 20 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK E 33''4\" of Lot 20 Block 2
G0012-03 505 W 16TH ST HEATHER M JOHNSON 505 W 16TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 111,750.00 $ - $ 1,290.00 SUMMIT PARK 20 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK E 16 2/3'' LOT 19 & W 16 2/3'' OF Lot 20 Block 2
G0012-04 509 W 16TH ST KYLE D JOHNSON 509 W 16TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 100,060.00 $ - $ 1,290.00 SUMMIT PARK 19 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK W 33-1/3'' of Lot 19 Block 2
G0012-05 511 W 16TH ST SHIRLEY M OLIVER 511 W 16TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 73,490.00 $ - $ 1,160.00 SUMMIT PARK 18 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK E 30'' OF Lot 18 Block 2
G0012-06 515 W 16TH ST 515 W 16TH STREET PROPERTIES LLC 7 VISTA CT DAVENPORT IA 52806 $ 103,360.00 $ - $ 1,400.00 SUMMIT PARK 18 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK E 16'' OF LOT 17 & W 20'' OF Lot 18 Block 2
G0012-07 519 W 16TH ST SCOTT J SEARLE 519 W 16TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 98,810.00 $ - $ 1,510.00 SUMMIT PARK 17 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK E 5'' OF LOT 16 & W 34'' OF Lot 17 Block 2
G0012-08 523 W 16TH ST AHMED ALHAJAFANEH 7403 N PINE ST DAVENPORT IA 52806 $ 108,240.00 $ - $ 1,510.00 SUMMIT PARK 16 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK E 39'' OF W 45'' OF Lot 16 Block 2
G0012-09 527 W 16TH ST CHEYENNE TYLER 527 W 16TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 103,810.00 $ - $ 1,510.00 SUMMIT PARK 16 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK E 33'' OF LOT 15 & W 6'' of Lot 16 Block 2
G0012-10 531 W 16TH ST BRITTNEE C BAINTER 531 W 16TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 141,210.00 $ - $ 1,510.00 SUMMIT PARK 14 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK E 22'' OF LOT 14 & W 17'' OF LOT 15
G0012-11 535 W 16TH ST LORENA D FLORES PILLE 535 W 16TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 59,210.00 $ - $ 1,510.00 SUMMIT PARK 14 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK E 11'' OF LOT 13 & W 28'' OF Lot 14 Block 2
G0012-12 537 W 16TH ST LLC CJ CAPITAL PARTNERS 3130 FINLEY RD STE 510A DOWNERS GROVE IL 60515 $ 79,880.00 $ - $ 1,510.00 SUMMIT PARK 13 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK W 39'' OF Lot 13 Block 2
G0012-13 603 W 16TH ST CK INVESTMENT PROPERTIES LLC 2116 PARK AVE MUSCATINE IA 52761 $ 94,940.00 $ - $ 1,700.00 SUMMIT PARK 12 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK E 40'' OF Lot 12 block 2
G0012-14 607 W 16TH ST WILLIAM G SCHAEFFER REVOCABLE TRUST 15763 106TH AV DAVENPORT IA 52804 $ 72,290.00 $ - $ 1,510.00 SUMMIT PARK 11 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK LOT 11 & W 10'' LOT 12
G0012-35 606 W 15TH ST STEPHEN S EDWARDS 606 W 15TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 80,150.00 $ - $ 1,510.00 SUMMIT PARK 9 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK LOT 10 & W 8'' of Lot 9 Block 2
G0012-36 604 W 15TH ST MOHAMADOU B DIAGNE 1027 21ST AVE EAST MOLINE IL 61244 $ 68,620.00 $ - $ 1,630.00 SUMMIT PARK 9 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK E 42'' of Lot 9 block 2
G0012-37 602 W 15TH ST HOUSE OF THE LORD MISSION INC 1110 W 57TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52806 $ 6,590.00 $ 252.50 $ 1,647.50 SUMMIT PARK 8 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK Lot 8 Block 2
G0012-38 532 W 15TH ST CZ HOMES LLC 532 W 15TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 82,920.00 $ - $ 1,970.00 SUMMIT PARK 7 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK Lot 7 Block 2
G0012-39 528 W 15TH ST AC PROPERTIES LLC 903 W 3RD ST DAVENPORT IA 52802 $ 61,530.00 $ - $ 1,970.00 SUMMIT PARK 6 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK Lot 6 Block 2
G0012-40 524 W 15TH ST FISCHER ROBERT E 524 W 15TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 90,710.00 $ - $ 1,860.00 SUMMIT PARK 5 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK Lot 5 Block 2
G0012-41 516 W 15TH ST HOUSING INC REJUVENATE PO BOX 3261 DAVENPORT IA 52808 $ 41,010.00 $ - $ 1,970.00 SUMMIT PARK 4 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK Lot 4 Block 2
G0012-42 512 W 15TH ST PAUSTIAN MARVIN 512 W 15TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 62,770.00 $ - $ 1,900.00 SUMMIT PARK 3 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK Lot 3 Block 2
G0012-43 506 W 15TH ST TIMOTHY R DOMINICUS 506 W 15TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 118,430.00 $ - $ 1,900.00 SUMMIT PARK 2 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK Lot 2 Block 2
G0012-44 502 W 15TH ST MAXWELL JOSEPH L PO BOX 2202 DAVENPORT IA 52809 $ 140,030.00 $ - $ 1,940.00 SUMMIT PARK 1 2 26NE 78N 3E SUMMIT PARK Lot 1 Block 2
G0013-28 610 W 15TH ST LLC MARTINEZ PROPERTY INVESTMENTS 2625 W 37TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52806 $ 112,270.00 $ - $ 1,940.00 SPINK'S HENRY 1ST ADD 5 2 26NW 78N 3E SPINK''S HENRY 1ST ADD Lot 5 Block 2
G0013-29 616 W 15TH ST TUYEN KIM PHAM 616 W 15TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 30,830.00 $ - $ 1,940.00 SPINK'S HENRY 1ST ADD 4 2 26NW 78N 3E SPINK''S HENRY 1ST ADD Lot 4 Block 2
G0013-30 620 W 15TH ST WRIGHT ARDEL K 620 W 15TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 89,270.00 $ - $ 1,940.00 SPINK'S HENRY 1ST ADD 3 2 26NW 78N 3E SPINK''S HENRY 1ST ADD Lot 3 Block 2
G0013-31 624 W 15TH ST LLC AC PROPERTIES 903 W 3RD ST DAVENPORT IA 52802 $ 102,530.00 $ - $ 1,860.00 SPINK'S HENRY 1ST ADD 2 2 26NW 78N 3E SPINK''S HENRY 1ST ADD Lot 2 Block 2
G0013-33 1509 GAINES ST ALEXIS KISSELL 1509 N GAINES ST DAVENPORT IA 52804 $ 93,040.00 $ - $ 2,130.00 SPINK'S HENRY 1ST ADD 1 2 26NW 78N 3E SPINK''S HENRY 1ST ADD N 77.5'' OF Lot 1 Block 2
G0013-51 1521 GAINES ST DON W MAYES 1521 N GAINES ST DAVENPORT IA 52804 $ 80,150.00 $ - $ 2,130.00 SPINK'S HENRY 1ST ADD 10 2 26NW 78N 3E SPINK''S HENRY 1ST ADD S 50'' OF Lot 10 Block 2
G0013-53 625 W 16TH ST MARTIN V LOPEZ 625 W 16TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52804 $ 99,820.00 $ - $ 2,630.00 SPINK'S HENRY 1ST ADD 9 2 26NW 78N 3E SPINK''S HENRY 1ST ADD W 20'' LOT 8 & ALL OF Lot 9 Block 2
G0013-54 619 W 16TH ST MCCALLUM DORIAN R C/O ANDY LOGSDON DAVENPORT IA 52809 $ 128,770.00 $ - $ 2,480.00 SPINK'S HENRY 1ST ADD 8 2 26NW 78N 3E SPINK''S HENRY 1ST ADD W 30'' LOT 7 & E 30'' OF Lot 8 Block 2
G0013-55 609 W 16TH ST JC RENTALS LLC 5245 ELMORE AVE PMB 1032 DAVENPORT IA 52807 $ 211,090.00 $ - $ 2,790.00 SPINK'S HENRY 1ST ADD 7 2 26NW 78N 3E SPINK''S HENRY 1ST ADD LOT 6 & E 20'' OF Lot 7 Block 2
Deficiency Actual Est.
Parcel Address Deed1 Name Deed Address Deed CSZ Property Value Amount Assessment Subdivison Lot Block Section Township Range Legal Description
G0024-07 1406 PERRY ST ST JOHN'S METHODIST CHURCH 109 E 14TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 41,870.00 $ - $ 5,300.00 LECLAIRE'S 8TH ADD 8 106 26NE 78N 3E LECLAIRE''S 8TH ADD S 70'' OF
G0024-08 1410 PERRY ST ST JOHN'S METHODIST CHURCH 109 E 14TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 1,312,950.00 $ - $ 3,800.00 LECLAIRE'S 8TH ADD 7 106 26NE 78N 3E LECLAIRE''S 8TH ADD S 44'' LOT 7 & N 10'' OF LOT 8
G0024-09 1414 PERRY ST ST JOHN'S METHODIST CHURCH 109 E 14TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 15,500.00 $ - $ 2,900.00 LECLAIRE'S 8TH ADD 7 106 26NE 78N 3E LECLAIRE''S 8TH ADD N 36'' LOT 7 & S 3'' OF LOT 6
G0024-10 1418 PERRY ST ST JOHN'S METHODIST CHURCH 109 E 14TH ST DAVENPORT IA 52803 $ 24,350.00 $ - $ 2,900.00 LECLAIRE'S 8TH ADD 6 106 26NE 78N 3E LECLAIRE''S 8TH ADD N 39'' OF S 42'' OF
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City of Davenport
Department: Finance Action / Date
Contact Info: Basia Gerlach | 563-326-7727 1/21/2026
Subject:
First Consideration: Ordinance amending Chapter 3.20 entitled "Sales and Service Tax" of the
Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, by amending Section 3.20.020 and repealing Section
3.20.030 to align with Iowa Code. [All Wards]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Ordinance.
Background:
Davenport Municipal Code Chapter 3.20 governs the City’s local sales and service tax allocation.
Section 3.20.030 currently states that revenues allocated for capital improvements may be used
for other lawful purposes as critical needs arise, and that the Council may allocate those
revenues to other purposes by resolution upon a two-thirds vote. The City Attorney’s Office has
reviewed this provision in light of applicable state law governing local option sales and services
tax (Iowa Code Chapter 423B) and concludes the Municipal Code of Davenport, Iowa, should be
revised to avoid any implication that dedicated allocations may be reallocated by resolution
where state law requires different procedures.
This Ordinance is a Code cleanup and compliance measure which will achieve the following:
1. Amends Section 3.20.020 to remove internal language suggesting changes may occur
"by other provisions of this chapter" and clarificies the allocation remains fixed unless
changed as provided by state law.
2. Repeals Section 3.20.030 in its entirety.
Attachments:
1. Ordinance
2. Current Chapter 3.20
ORDINANCE NO. _________________
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 3.20 ENTITLED “SALES AND SERVICE TAX” OF THE MUNICIPAL
CODE OF DAVENPORT, IOWA, BY AMENDING SECTION 3.20.020 AND REPEALING SECTION 3.20.030
TO ALIGN WITH IOWA CODE.
Section 1. That Chapter 3.20 entitled “Sales and Service Tax” of the Municipal Code of Davenport,
Iowa, be and the same is hereby amended to read as follows:
3.20.020 Allocation of revenues.
Any revenues from the local sales and service tax shall be allocated 60% for property tax relief and
40% for capital improvements. This allocation shall remain fixed and shall not be changed except as
provided by state law.
Section 2. That Chapter 3.20 entitled “Sales and Service Tax” of the Municipal Code of Davenport,
Iowa, be and the same is hereby amended to repeal Section 3.20.030 in its entirety and labeled as
reserved.
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any of the provisions of this ordinance are for any reason illegal or void,
then the lawful provisions of this ordinance, which are separable from said unlawful provisions shall
be and remain in full force and effect, the same as if the ordinance contained no illegal or void
provisions.
REPEALER. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are
hereby repealed.
EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall be in full force and effective after its final passage and
publication as by law provided.
First Consideration _____________________________
Second Consideration _________________________
Approved ________________________________
Published in The Quad-City Times on ___________________________
Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport, IA
3.20.010. Title. [Ord. 88-334 § 2]
This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the "Sales and Service Tax Ordinance of the City
of Davenport, Iowa." This chapter is adopted in conjunction with the authority to establish a local
sales and service tax pursuant Chapter 422B, Code of Iowa.
3.20.020. Allocation of revenues. [Ord. 88-334 § 3]
Any revenues from the local sales and service tax shall be allocated 60% for property tax relief
and 40% for capital improvements. This allocation shall remain fixed and shall not be changed
except as provided by state law or by other provisions of this chapter.
3.20.030. Reallocation of revenues. [Ord. 88-334, § 4]
Revenues allocated for capital improvements may be used to fund other lawful purposes as critical
needs arise. The Council may allocate these revenues to other purposes by resolution upon a two-
thirds majority vote.
3.20.040. Review of program. [Ord. 88-334, § 5]
After the local sales and service tax has been in effect for five years, the City Administrator shall
conduct a complete analysis of the success of the program. The City Administrator shall report the
results of the analysis to the City Council along with recommendations for the future handling of
the program.
3.20.050. Ordinance contingent upon existence of tax. [Ord. 88-334 § 6]
This chapter is contingent upon the local sales and service tax being established by a majority vote
of the people as required by state law. If the tax is not so established or if it is later changed or
repealed pursuant state law, then this chapter shall be null and void and no longer in effect.
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City of Davenport
Department: Finance Action / Date
Contact Info: Basia Gerlach | 563-326-7727 1/21/2026
Subject:
Resolution rescinding Resolution 2025-517, which reallocated a portion of local sales and
service tax revenue designated for capital improvements to Parks Operations, and directing
administration of local option sales and service tax revenue consistent with state law. [All
Wards]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
Iowa law authorizes local option sales and services taxes through state statute, currently
codified in Iowa Code Chapter 423B and its implementing rules. The City of Davenport has
adopted its local framework for the administration and allocation of LOSST revenues through
Title 3, Chapter 3.20 of the Davenport Municipal Code, which establishes the City’s approach to
distributing these revenues.
On December 10, 2025, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2025-517. That resolution
approved a prospective reallocation of up to five percent (5%) of LOSST revenues from the
portion allocated to capital improvements to Parks Operations, with the reallocation scheduled
to begin in FY 2027.
The resolution advanced in a budget and planning context and was based on a combination of
factors. These included LOSST revenue performance, increasing service-delivery pressures
related to parks operations, and language in Davenport Municipal Code section 3.20.030. That
section states that revenues allocated for capital improvements “may be used” for other lawful
purposes as critical needs arise and that the Council “may allocate these revenues to other
purposes by resolution upon a two-thirds majority vote.” As a result, the proposal proceeded on
the premise that reallocation by Council resolution was a sufficient legal mechanism under the
City Code.
Following adoption of Resolution No. 2025-517, additional legal review was conducted to assess
the interaction between the Davenport Municipal Code and controlling state law governing
LOSST. This review focused on statutory requirements related to elections, voter authorization,
and the procedures for changes to the imposition, repeal, rate, or permitted uses of LOSST
revenues. That analysis identified legal risk that the mechanism used in Resolution No. 2025-
517—namely, reallocation by resolution—may not be authorized under state law and/or the
voter-approved framework applicable to Davenport’s LOSST.
From a procedural standpoint, rescission of Resolution No. 2025-517 is the most appropriate
corrective action. Rescission removes a Council directive that may be ultra vires or
unenforceable, prevents staff from developing FY 2027 budgets and multi-year financial plans
based on a legally uncertain allocation, and improves clarity for auditors, bond counsel, the
public, and City departments. Importantly, rescission also serves as prospective harm reduction,
as the resolution was structured to take effect in FY 2027, allowing Council to correct the issue
before it influences budget decisions.
Rescission does not preclude the Council from funding park operations. Rather, it requires that
such funding decisions be made through lawful mechanisms. These may include general fund
budgeting, legally available transfers, other revenue sources, or, if Council chooses to pursue it,
a LOSST use-change process that fully complies with state law and voter-authorization
requirements.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderwoman Newton.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION rescinding Resolution 2025-517, which reallocated a portion of local sales and service
tax revenue designated for capital improvements to Parks Operations, and directing administration of
local option sales and service tax revenue consistent with state law.
WHEREAS, Chapter 422B of the Code of Iowa authorizes the establishment of a local sales and service
tax upon approval by a majority of the voters within the jurisdiction; and
WHEREAS, the residents of the City of Davenport approved such a tax, and in 1988 the City enacted
an ordinance allocating sixty percent (60%) of Local Option Sales and Service Tax (“LOSST”) revenue
to property tax relief and forty percent (40%) to capital improvements; and
WHEREAS, Davenport Municipal Code section 3.20.020 provides that LOSST revenues “shall be
allocated 60% for property tax relief and 40% for capital improvements,” and that such allocation
“shall remain fixed and shall not be changed except as provided by state law or by other provisions of
this chapter”; and
WHEREAS, Davenport Municipal Code section 3.20.030 further states that revenues allocated for
capital improvements may be used to fund other lawful purposes as critical needs arise, and that the
Council may allocate such revenues to other purposes by resolution upon a two-thirds majority vote;
and
WHEREAS, on December 10, 2025, the City Council adopted Resolution 2025-517, titled “Resolution
approving the reallocation of a portion of the local sales and service tax revenue designated for capital
improvements to Parks Operations,” approving the reallocation of up to five percent (5%) of LOSST
revenue from capital improvements to Parks Operations beginning in FY 2027; and
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 2025-517 was presented as part of the City’s budget and financial planning
process, based on staff analysis and forecasts indicating (i) LOSST revenues had exceeded budgeted
expectations by more than thirty-one percent (31%) annually over the prior four fiscal years, and (ii)
the City’s parks system was experiencing increasing operational demands and maintenance needs,
including anticipated impacts associated with the addition of Main Street Landing to the park system;
and
WHEREAS, consistent with that budget-planning context, Resolution 2025-517 was advanced on the
premise that reallocating a limited portion of the LOSST revenues historically earmarked for capital
improvements to Parks Operations would preserve substantial capital funding while addressing day-
to-day operational service levels expected by the community; and
WHEREAS, at the time Resolution 2025-517 was recommended and adopted, the Council’s
understanding, based on the language of Davenport Municipal Code section 3.20.030 and the staff
recommendation accompanying the item, was that the City possessed sufficient local authority to
implement a reallocation for “other lawful purposes” by resolution (with a two-thirds vote), and that
Parks Operations qualified for such treatment under the cited local code provision; and
WHEREAS, upon further review after adoption, including review of controlling state law requirements
governing LOSST, the voter-approved authorization/use framework applicable to Davenport’s LOSST,
and the legal effect of any local provision that is inconsistent with state law, the City Council has
determined that the premise underlying Resolution 2025-517 was incorrect, and that Resolution 2025-
517 should be rescinded to ensure compliance with state law, the voter-approved authorization, and
to prevent continued reliance on an invalid or unenforceable allocation directive; and
WHEREAS, the City Council further finds it is in the public interest to correct the record promptly, to
provide clear direction to City staff regarding administration of LOSST revenues, and to consider park-
operations funding needs through lawful budgetary mechanisms and/or other legally authorized
processes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that:
1. Resolution 2025-517 is hereby rescinded and repealed in its entirety and shall be of no further force
or effect as of the effective date of this Resolution.
2. City staff, having already ceased implementation of Resolution 2025-517, is directed to administer
LOSST revenues consistent with applicable state law and the City’s codified LOSST allocation
provisions, including Davenport Municipal Code section 3.20.020, unless and until such allocations are
lawfully changed through an authorized legal process. Corporation Counsel is directed to prepare any
and all necessary changes to Davenport Municipal Code Chapter 3.20 to bring it in line with state law
ensuring its reliability for future Councils and Administrations.
3. The Interim City Administrator and Finance Director are authorized and directed to prepare any
necessary budget amendments, financial plan revisions, or administrative corrections to remove any
planned, assumed, or implemented reallocation associated with Resolution 2025-517 and to present
such items to the City Council as needed for approval.
Passed and approved this 28th day of January, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Finance Action / Date
Contact Info: James Odean | 563-326-7739 1/21/2026
Subject:
Resolution establishing special assessment interest rates. [All Wards]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
The City of Davenport bills customers for clean water projects, alley repair, boarding up
buildings, brush and debris cleanup, building demolition, sidewalk replacement, snow removal,
tree removal, weed cutting, sewer lateral repair, and water services. Sixty days after the bill
date, outstanding balances become eligible for assessment against the property.
Properties with a balance of $500 or less are assessed to the owner's property taxes in the
following year. In contrast, balances exceeding $500 are spread out and assessed over the next
ten years. Historically, residents have been charged either 0% or 9% interest on these
balances. No interest is charged for large-scale projects that benefit the broader community,
such as streambank restabilization, and the cost is assessed at 0%. All other services were
assessed with a 9% interest rate.
The Finance Department has been directed to set the annual interest rate for all assessments in
January each year. The interest rate will be calculated by evaluating the 10-year US Treasury
yield curve, rounding the result to the nearest percentage, and adding 1%.
Based on this criterion, the proposed assessment interest rate for calendar year 2026 is 5%.
The established interest rate will align with market rates while incentivizing residents to pay.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderwoman Newton.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION approving the CY 2026 interest rates for special assessments.
WHEREAS, the City of Davenport regularly bills and assesses properties for outstanding balances for
work performed on a specific parcel; and
WHEREAS, at the beginning of each year, the Finance Department will establish the interest rate for
all assessments and City Council will approve the updated interest rate; and
WHEREAS, using the 10-year U.S. Treasury as a basis of the interest rate assessed will ensure the
interest rate is in line with market conditions; and
WJERE, for CY 2026, the interest rate for large-scale projects that benefit the broader community,
such as streambank restabilization and tree removal, is 0%, and the interest rate for all other services,
such as weed cutting and snow removal, is 5%.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that the CY
2026 interest rates for special assessments are hereby approved.
Passed and approved this 28th day of January, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
City of Davenport
Department: Human Resources Action / Date
Contact Info: Scott VanDeWoestyne | 563-326-6188 1/21/2026
Subject:
Resolution adopting the City of Davenport's 2026 State of Iowa Legislative Program. [All Wards]
Recommendation:
Adopt the Resolution.
Background:
For the 2026 state legislative session, the City of Davenport has prepared a legislative packet
which the City will take formal positions on issues as directed by the City Council through
adoption of this packet. Staff has prepared formal position papers on four areas that are of
importance to the City including tax reform implications, tax increment financing, tax credit
programs, and building and development codes. In addition, the City of Davenport supports the
preservation of local control by the State on all matters that impact the city.
Legislative updates will be distributed as needed throughout the legislative session to keep City
Council abreast of current and upcoming issues that may need further discussion, The proposed
platform serves only as a base, and the City will stay engaged as new topics arise during the
session.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. 2026 State Legislative Packet
Resolution No. _______________
Resolution offered by Alderman Gripp.
RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa.
RESOLUTION adopting the City of Davenport’s 2026 State Legislative Program.
WHEREAS, the City of Davenport has identified several legislative issues as priorities in advance of the
2026 state legislative session in Des Moines; and
WHEREAS, the City of Davenport intends to encourage state legislators to introduce and adopt
legislation in accord with said identified legislative priorities; and
WHEREAS, the City of Davenport supports the preservation of local control by the State on all matters
that impact the city.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVE, by the City Council of the City of Davenport, Iowa, that the City
of Davenport, through its elected officials, staff, and lobbyists, is authorized to conduct, engage in,
and carry on actions with Iowa state legislators in order to put into effect the City of Davenport’s 2026
legislative priorities.
Passed and approved this 28th day of January, 2026.
Approved: Attest:
_________________________ _________________________
Jason Gordon Brian Krup
Mayor Deputy City Clerk
ISSUE PAPER 26-01 | Tax Reform Implications
January 1, 2026 (S. VanDeWoestyne, B. Gerlach)
STATEMENT OF ISSUE & BACKGROUND
During the 2023 legislative session, HF718 was passed and signed by Governor Reynolds. This
legislation eliminated several previously authorized levies and consolidated them into a new general
fund levy. In addition, taxable growth is generally capped at 3% over the previous year.
The City of Davenport continues to evaluate the impact that HF718 will have on City finances in
both the immediate term and long term, however the full financial impact of this legislation will take
several years to fully understand as it phases in. Most specifically and known at this time, the law
eliminates the City’s use of the emergency tax levy and library levy.
The City of Davenport is committed to evaluating, considering, and supporting property tax reform
structures that continue to promote accountability, predictability, and transparency; provide
adequate resources to ensure public safety and other frontline service response to
residents; and equitably distributes property tax obligations among various real estate
classifications and their usage and demand of City services.
It is anticipated that further property tax reform will be introduced during the 2026 Iowa Legislative
Session. The City of Davenport supports legislation that maintains the City’s general fund budget.
In addition, the City supports the following as it pertains to discussions regarding property tax
reform; this is not meant to be an exhaustive list but should rather be construed to serve as a guide
for responding to any newly introduced legislation:
Capped Growth | Previous property tax bills instituted caps on annual property tax growth
including the most recently adopted legislation. While the City is generally supportive of this
concept, there must be a recognition that the City relies on general fund property tax dollars
to fund the majority of its public safety resources, including contracts negotiated under
Chapter 20 which are uncapped. The City seeks recognition that property tax growth and
public safety expenditure growth are directly linked with public safety accounting for nearly
70% of the general fund. The City supports legislation that provides for adequate resources
and revenues needed to cover expenditures necessary for hiring, supporting, and retaining
professional, qualified, and highly trained public safety personnel which may require not
having a cap on new growth.
Transparency | The City supports transparency initiatives related to the property tax
structure, budgeting, and the reporting of actual expenses.
Equitable Distribution | The current property tax structure does not address equitable
distribution of payment by property tax classifications. Consideration should be given to
ensure that property tax classifications align with and reflect the response services required
by local governments and demanded by end-users. Multi-residential properties are often
large-scale users of police, fire, and code enforcement resources; however, due to previous
property tax legislation, these properties now pay the same rollback as a residential property
homeowner. For example, a $500,000 residential property and a $500,000 apartment
building now have an identical tax bill, although they typically use and demand drastically
different levels of city response services.
Taxing Authority / Public Safety Levy | The City supports legislation that would give cities
the ability to increase taxing authority through a local referendum for the express purpose
of public safety.
REQUESTED ACTIONS
Oppose legislation that may arise that seeks to further cut the City’s general fund budget.
Oppose legislation that caps taxable value on new growth.
Support legislation that provides cities with alternative revenue sources.
Support legislation that demonstrates alignment between allowable property tax growth and
contracts negotiated in good faith under Chapter 20. (For example, when contract expenditures in
taxable levies are valued at 5% over prior year, a City should be able to capture up to 5% of new
valuation growth on the revenue side.)
Support legislation that removes annual growth reduction for cities that previously had the maximum
GF levy of $8.10.
ISSUE PAPER 26-02 | Tax Increment Financing
January 1, 2026 (S. VanDeWoestyne, S. Knutsen)
STATEMENT OF ISSUE & BACKGROUND
The City of Davenport utilizes Tax Increment Financing (TIF) to incent businesses that are making
a large capital investment and creating new jobs in Davenport and/or reversing blight in areas
needing redevelopment. TIF has been consistently targeted by the state legislature in past sessions
for modification. The City of Davenport, and the developers and businesses that invest in our City,
would be directly impacted by any legislation that seeks to further regulate the use of TIF.
Iowa Code 403 allows for municipalities to use Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for a variety of
economic development purposes. Davenport utilizes TIF for projects with significant job creation
and capital investment. Davenport’s standard TIF agreement provides companies with a 60%
rebate over 15 years. Since 2015, TIF has leveraged $10.25 in private investment for every $1.00
of public TIF funds. This has resulted in $619M in development in Davenport. In addition, 1,600
jobs have been created and retained through projects supported by TIF.
In a globally competitive world, TIF helps position the City of Davenport and the State of Iowa as a
business-friendly place to do business. Davenport uses economic development agreements to help
existing businesses expand and thrive in Iowa.
OPERATIONAL/FISCAL IMPACTS
Over the past 10 years the City has seen 1,600 jobs created and $619M in capital investment in
projects assisted by TIF. This capital investment has a direct effect on increasing the City’s tax base
and has led to an increase in assessed value of over $153M. This will result in an estimated $5.2M
in annual property taxes once the TIF payment schedules are complete. All other taxing jurisdictions
benefit from development incented with TIF as the City only rebates a portion of the increment back
to projects, meaning that all taxing jurisdictions see a net gain in property tax revenue.
Any legislation that seeks to limit municipalities’ use of TIF would have substantial impacts on cities
and potential economic development. The dexterity to rebate a portion of a growing company’s
property taxes or to utilize some of the property tax revenue stream to create infrastructure
improvements is a critical tool for economic growth.
RELEVANT DATA
Exhibit 1: Annual TIF spending by category
TIF Spending By Category
24.00%
27.00%
3.00%
46.00%
Slum/Blight Economic Development Admin Infrastructure
REQUESTED ACTIONS
Oppose any legislation that may arise that seeks to limit the City’s ability to use Tax Increment
Financing, allowing it to be a flexible and powerful tool for business retention and attraction.
ISSUE PAPER 26-03 | Tax Credit Programs
January 1, 2026 (S. VanDeWoestyne, S. Knutsen)
STATEMENT OF ISSUE & BACKGROUND
The City of Davenport utilizes many different programs to help make needed and/or necessary
development financially feasible. State tax credits provided through the Historic Preservation Tax
Credit program, Brownfield and Grayfield, Workforce Housing, and the High Quality Jobs program
help to bridge financial gaps and encourage development that might not otherwise occur. The City
of Davenport, developers and businesses that invest in our City would be directly impacted by any
legislation that seeks to limit the use of these vital tax credit programs. A brief outline for uses of all
programs is provided below.
Historic Tax Credits: The Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program has been a vital
component to the revitalization of Davenport’s downtown area. The HPTC is administered
by the State and provides a 25% state income tax credit of qualified rehabilitation
expenditures associated with the project. Since 2011, Davenport developers have received
approximately $47M in tax credits, which resulted in over $228M in private investment in
Davenport’s downtown and urban core neighborhoods.
Brownfield and Grayfield Credits: Redevelopment Tax Credits for Brownfield and
Grayfield sites are an important tool that assists properties where potential or real
contamination is a concern or where a property is vacant, blighted or obsolete. Eight
projects in Davenport have utilized $3.28M in this program since 2016. Together these
projects represent over $100M in finished or planned private investment.
Workforce Housing Tax Credits: This program provides tax credits to developers to
provide housing. There is a focus on projects that involve abandoned, empty or dilapidated
properties. Since 2018, 9 projects in Davenport have received a total of $3.6M in Workforce
Housing Tax Credits. Together these projects represent over $66M of private investment in
awarded projects
High Quality Jobs Now Updated to be Business Incentives for Growth (BIG) These
programs provide qualifying businesses assistance to off-set some of the costs they incur
when then choose to locate, expand or modernize a facility in Iowa. Over the past 10 years,
15 Davenport businesses have committed $500M in private investment in return for $9.8M
in tax credits. We look forward to the additional flexibility of the BIG program when working
with business expansions as well as new locations in Davenport.
OPERATIONAL/FISCAL IMPACTS
The tax credits offered by the State have helped to encourage many projects that might not
otherwise have occurred. This includes rehabilitation of long vacant properties in Downtown
Davenport and urban core neighborhoods. Many of the projects in Downtown Davenport would not
be economically feasible without the contributions of these tax credit programs. The redevelopment
equates to higher property tax dollars flowing into the community and renovated or new living
spaces for residents. If the State Legislature cuts the annual allocation of these programs, many of
the projects currently in the planning stages will not come to fruition.
REQUESTED ACTIONS
Oppose any legislation that may arise that seeks to decrease the amount of Historic Preservation
Tax Credits, Redevelopment Tax Credits for Brown and Grayfields, Workforce Housing, and
Business Incentives for Grwoth programs available for businesses and developers.
ISSUE PAPER 26-04 | Building and Development Codes
January 1, 2026 (S. VanDeWoestyne, J. Morris, R. Oswald)
STATEMENT OF ISSUE & BACKGROUND
During the 2022 legislative session, Governor Reynolds introduced an omnibus workforce housing
bill that included a section that would preempt local building and fire codes and replace them with
a State Building Code. The State Building Code as proposed would have adopted the 2015 editions
of several International Code Council model codes, two of which are the International Fire Code
and the International Building Code.
During the 2023 legislative session, several bills were introduced that would impact current
development codes, including the energy code, façade requirements, and stormwater development
requirements.
It is anticipated that during the 2026 legislative session, several bills will be considered that will
impact local control and authority over the building and development process.
The City understands the intent of legislation that makes construction more uniform for developers
across the state; however, we do not believe this should be done in a way that preempts local
municipalities, but rather done in a way that provides base uniformity across the state. This would
allow local jurisdictions to adopt amendments or new versions of the code to address safety
concerns and adequately address unique concerns that arise in municipalities.
REQUESTED ACTIONS
Oppose any bill that creates a State Building Code that does not allow for local jurisdictions to make
amendments or adopt newer versions of the code.
Support legislation that allows for local municipalities to retain local control to adequately address
development concerns as they arise.