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Key outcomes recorded in the meeting record:

- Consent agenda items 3–17F (routine minutes, board appointments, permits, contract renewals, and similar matters) — approved on a single motion and recorded as passing unanimously (5–0).

- Ordinance rezoning 4006 Morningside Avenue (see separate coverage) — approved 3–1–1.

- Ordinance vacating a portion of West Fourth Street adjacent to 313 Perry Street (petitioners Fourth and Perry) — hearing closed; ordinance passed 5–0.

- Ordinance rezoning 1403 & 1409 Myrtle Street and 1201 W. 14th Street (petitioners Leah Knowles et al.) — public hearing closed; ordinance passed 5–0.

- Resolution approving the final plat of Remsen Place addition (petitioner Andrew Debris) — approved 5–0.

- Motion accepting the Planning and Zoning Commission’s finding that the proposed FY2026–FY2030 capital improvement program conforms to the comprehensive plan — approved 5–0.

- Resolutions approving plans and specifications for Glen Oaks Boulevard paving and for Twelfth Street & Floyd Boulevard storm sewer repair — hearings closed; both passed 5–0.

- Resolution accepting the proposal of 1888 Holdings for an overhead easement in the Donner Park urban renewal area adjacent to 5411 Patent Street — approved 5–0.

- Ordinance establishing the connection fee for 3615 Stone Park Boulevard for the Broken Kettle Road sanitary sewer extension project — hearing closed; ordinance passed 5–0.

- Ordinance vacating a permanent city access and turnaround easement (petitioner Robert Smith) — hearing closed; ordinance passed 5–0.

- Ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 5.2 (solid waste) to modify collection fees and related service agreement renewals — passed after discussion, recorded 5–0.

- A variety of contract approvals, purchase orders and payment authorizations were adopted (service providers and vendors referenced in the minutes); most were approved as part of the consent agenda or by individual resolution (votes recorded as 5–0 where noted). Many vendor and contract details were read into the record; the meeting minutes list them item-by-item.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City of Sioux City Council Meeting - February 24, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Sioux City City Council approved multiple consent items and ordinances including several rezones, infrastructure projects, and purchasing actions; most passed unanimously, while the Morningside rezoning passed 3-1-1.","taxTitle","Sioux City, Woodbury County, Iowa","taxId",3852,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6070998,"Council sets hearing on Section 8 plan as HUD budget uncertainty leaves local voucher capacity unclear",324,362000,686000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3048527-f0f554c3091050b664e27c8bde9e6d9c&start=362&end=686","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3048527-f0f554c3091050b664e27c8bde9e6d9c/thumbnail_362000.jpg","/articles/6070998/Sioux-City/Woodbury-County/Iowa/Council-sets-hearing-on-Section-8-plan-as-HUD-budget-uncertainty-leaves-local-voucher-capacity-unclear","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6070998-4823792560bc1441c5843b9ddfe721f9/orig.mp4?Expires=1771141565&Signature=BwmN3JU4zwL-EzknP7iTbmzNdBpgKQN~bVl8NA4CNJVhxg2oxYBBghC1FrdSoAMf73vEeZ3YA2cKkUpgWrWrCU~Dn3hoGdLwW~qTjtnKs-3iP87bKvkX68D~HcXL5owk29X~LMzjz8qQpju5MzxNzoWr7Xc555UufIblCO~bfcocgVZoRaU~Ri2p3htsbrJ0xE98WZ2JMs6NV7gqLKvIIi3dsWHpxygwsANPhDi~3cZ39ezk2CXhKtK7lpYVOSvgpGU8JKJ~V8MBbV8p-nMYjewIP5KSuNf6RDM-dXfSTmuyEh5HhPCo1hv5NFo-iRNT6awLEFBuCIFfpbC1igncTw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Sioux City City Council set a public hearing on the Housing Authority’s five-year plan and streamlined annual plan for the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program, and the council heard that federal funding uncertainty constrains the authority’s ability to issue vouchers.

“A lot of budget uncertainty with HUD…we're still under a continuing resolution until March 14,” Amy, the housing services manager, told the council while presenting the PHA streamlined annual plan. She said the plan includes annual reporting on accomplishments and updates to five-year goals.

Amy reported program statistics in the meeting record: “At the end of calendar year 2024, 343 households remained on the waiting list with an average wait of 6.6 months,” and “936 households are currently participating in the Housing Choice Voucher program as of 01/15/2025.” The record also shows 2,808 applications in fiscal year 2024, up from 2,786 in FY2023.

Council members pressed staff about how the authority is responding to demand. Amy said actual voucher issuance depends on congressional and HUD allocations and cautioned the council that final calendar-year funding had not been set. She told the council the local waiting list is typically about 12 to 18 months.

Council members discussed federal legislation that could alter portability and voucher rules. One council member noted Sen. Joni Ernst planned to reintroduce a portability reform bill in the Senate and asked staff to follow up with U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra’s office on any proposals in the U.S. House.

The resolution to set a public hearing on the PHA five-year and annual plan was included on the consent agenda and passed as part of the consent motion (consent agenda items 3–17F), which the council approved unanimously.","The council scheduled a public hearing on the Sioux City Housing Authority’s five‑year and annual PHA plan. Housing staff said HUD budget uncertainty and continuing resolutions limit clarity on voucher funding even as local demand remains high.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":46,"_47":92,"_49":93,"_51":94,"_53":95,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":96,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":97,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6071003,"Council approves one-year beer-and-wine allowance at Morningside restaurant after debate over spot zoning",1310,1067000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3048527-f0f554c3091050b664e27c8bde9e6d9c&start=1067&end=2377","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3048527-f0f554c3091050b664e27c8bde9e6d9c/thumbnail_1067000.jpg","/articles/6071003/Sioux-City/Woodbury-County/Iowa/Council-approves-one-year-beer-and-wine-allowance-at-Morningside-restaurant-after-debate-over-spot-zoning","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6071003-be907b0da1257dfa12a77c97e141c6d1/orig.mp4?Expires=1771141565&Signature=YxnaSqUSQ5RmbhssmAkEUOJycA1LqaUq2rsfJ39LfBbDGZf3NzlJAgChBdgLeM~ZJZYCg1lw7O4oIC8LdJhCo3-ANlLPL--A~7~LpeOqb78gl1PDUJgPM7M2vrfhofuhIFXrV9ygIOLZzIuVp3txV8SBOXTsM9ksJMXQcswkDMMBQy6QYdq935MhE6mbJpr~rchsQ6V7ZGTq5oBQa0IaZiSDAd-o3fWMAQlvfaw2a0nGEx-A5j5jCAvwYkxZh0lU31Nsbzn5NM8SikNzDAd209Gj9CI7ZA3BBUNok3SIFFtHe112oDpKYq-fXCXJs-sa8F~C9VQ~~TxqauSwvkiyNQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Sioux City City Council voted 3-1-1 to approve rezoning for 4006 Morningside Avenue that permits beer-and-wine sales under a conditional use permit limited to one year.

Council members and neighborhood representatives clashed over whether the action amounted to impermissible “spot zoning” that would single out one property in an otherwise long-established commercial corridor. Supporters said the council and Planning and Zoning set a controlled trial to see if beer-and-wine service can help sustain a struggling restaurant without changing the neighborhood’s character.

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval and the Board of Adjustment approved the conditional use permit with a one-year review and a license limited to a Special Class C (beer and wine only). Andrew Gleiser, chair of the Planning and Zoning Commission, said the year-long condition was deliberate: “we put in the conditional use for just a year to see how it goes, to see how it affects the other businesses in the area.”

Planning staff clarified zoning history. “Alcohol sales were not allowed under the old zoning, and would not be allowed under its current SC zone,” said Chris Madsen, Planning Department staff, explaining why the rezoning and the conditional use were necessary for this applicant.

Neighborhood business groups weighed in. Council members read a letter from the Morningside Commercial Club, which lists long-standing businesses along Morningside Avenue and opposes allowing alcohol sales in the Peters Park business area. A council member who opposed the rezoning said the club’s concerns about safety, traffic and parking carried “a lot of weight” and that zoning protects businesses built over decades.

A resident, Dustin Karnes of 3322 Fourth Avenue, spoke at the council meeting during public comment to register concern about the change. The restaurant owner (name not specified in the record) described current and planned hours, saying winter hours are early and that, starting March 20, the plan is to operate roughly 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and close at 6 p.m. on Sundays; the council noted the owner’s stated hours are not legally enforceable conditions of the zoning action.

Supporters argued a limited beer-and-wine allowance is a controlled way to test whether the business can succeed and prevent a long-vacant corner property. Councilmember Alex (first name only in record) noted businesses and residents who support a one-year trial and said he would monitor complaints during the year.

The motion carried with three votes in favor, one vote against and one abstention. Council members said the year-long conditional use and the Board of Adjustment review would allow the council to reassess if problems arise.

The ordinance change and conditional use permit take effect according to the city’s usual ordinance schedule and will return to the council if complaints or other issues trigger the one-year review.","The Sioux City City Council approved rezoning for 4006 Morningside Avenue that allows a restaurant to sell beer and wine under a one-year conditional use permit, 3-1-1, after council members debated spot zoning, neighborhood business concerns and conditions on the permit.","actionData","errors"]

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