HomeMy WebLinkAbout1979-03-13 Council minutesCOMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
MARCH 13, 1979
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 3/13/79, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic
Center. ayor Vevera presiding.
Councilme
deProsse,MErdahl, Neuhauser, Perret, Vevera. Absent:rs RobeBrts. Staff -
members present: Berlin, Stolfus, Ryan, Helling, Glaves. Council
minutes tape-recorded on Tape 79-9, Side 1, 1030-1688.
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j City Clerk Stolfus requested addition of three beer/liquor licenses
to the Consent Calendar. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Balmer, that
the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be
received, or approved, and/or adopted, as amended:
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i Approval of Official Actions, reg. Council mtg., 2/27/79,
subj. to correction, as recommended by City Clerk.
utes of
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HousingnComm.-3/7/79; L&bra yiBd. Trustees -2/22/79; Airport2Comm7-
2/15/79.
Permit Resolutions, recommended by City Clerk, Bk. 54: RES.
79-102, P. 405, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE, and RES. 79-103,
% p. 406, SUNDAY SALES, for B.P.O. ELKS #590, 637 Foster Road. RES.
79-104, p. 407, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE, & RES. 79-105
408, SUNDAY SALES, for Rugger -Burns Rest. dba/Gringo's, 115 E. p
College. RES. 79-106, p. 409, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE &
RES. 79-107, P. 410, SUNDAY SALES for Sheep's Head Cafe, 209 N.
i Linn. RES. 79-108, p. 411, REFUNDING CIGARETTE PERMIT to O'Brien's,
119 Iowa Ave. Additions: RES. 79-109, P. 412APPROVING CLASS B
BEER PERMIT, & RES. 79-110, P. 413, SUNDAY SALES for Taco Grande,
331 E. Market. RES. 79-111, p. 414, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR
LICENSE for Magoo's, 206 N. Linn.
Resolutions Setting Public Hearings on 3/20/79, Res. Bk. 54:
Res. 79-112, P. 415, setting public hearing on resolution proposing
to sell an interest in real property, re conveyance of scenic
easement over Capitol St. to State of Iowa, and Res. 79-113, p.
416, setting public hearing on resolution proposing to sell real
property, one block of Harrison St., to the University of Iowa.
Correspondence: Regarding parking, both pro & con, from
Connie Keeling, Leanne Keeling, Jim Donkersloot, Sally Smith, Della
Grizel, petition signed by 20 residents, Michael McCoy, Robert
Dahlberg, Lisa Veach, Nancy Selden, Robert Rogers and Rabbi Jeffrey
Portman, Edwin Green, Karen Peterson, Marshall Hunter, Mr. & Mrs.
A. Rittenmeyer and Louise Levine. Referred to City Mgr. for reply:
S. Smith re new garbage collection procedure. Memo from Human
Rights Comm, re Linda Eaton. Information: Traffic Engr. re parking
prohibition on Governor St. from Bowery to Burlington St.
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Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Roberts absent. Mayor
Vevera repeated the two public hearings set.
Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 79-114, Bk.
54, P. 417-418, APPROVING FINAL PLAT OF LYN-DEN HEIGHTS, PART 2, as
approved by P&Z Comm. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Roberts
absent.
Gene Edmon, 721 Iowa Ave., appeared requesting suspension of
enforcement of parking regulations until proposed modifications can be
discussed. Neuhauser suggested modifying the parking times on the
alternate side parking. After discussion of process, citizens were
advised to obey the signs until there is a consensus from Council as to
what will be changed, and to forward any problems to the Public Works
Dept. Staff will report on why meters at corner of College and Van
Buren were taken out. John Suchomel appeared reporting on cleaning of
municipal parking lot across from Penney's.
Lonn Kadue, 412 E. Bloomington, appeared regarding parking and
garbage collection changes. These matters will be discussed at the
informal meeting of March 19th. Harold Bechtoldt, 1152 E. Court,
appeared re both issues, and lack of communication with citizens.
Mayor Vevera announced that the vacancies on the Board of Appeals
would be readvertised. Appointments to Broadband Telecommunications
Commission: Moved by Perret, seconded by Erdahl, to appoint Sandra
Eskin, 1047 Woodlawn, to one year term expiring 3/13/80. Motion carried
unanimously. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Neuhauser, to appoint Bruce
Washburn, 1208 Ginter Ave., and William Terry, 206 Park Road, to two-
year terms expiring 3/13/81. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by
Perret, seconded by Neuhauser, to appoint Jen Madsen, 1315 Whiting Ave.
Ct., and Robert Pepper, 311 Woolf Ave., to three-year terms expiring
3/13/82. Motion carried unanimously. Staff was requested to see that
all appointees receive a copy of the ordinance.
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that arepresentative �from nthe hCityobesincluded lex in the sUniversity Balmer splanning
discussions re new fieldhouse, so the City can be apprised of the plans
for traffic movement and the impact. A letter from the Mayor will be
sent to Pres. Boyd.
Neuhauser pointed out concern re parking in area of Eagle Store, N.
Dodge, and for a business at 803 E. Church. Staff will monitor spaces
available. Vevera announced he would be gone the rest of the week,
cheering on the Regina Regals at the state tournament. deProsse outlined
the schedule set up for appointments she & Erdahl have made in Washington,
D.C., on Thurs. & Fri. with Sen. Culver, Rep. Leach, D.O.T., U.M.T.A.,
E.P.A., & Sen. Jepsen.
`J Modifications to the contract for sale of property to Ecumenical
Housing Corp. had been presented. Moved by deProsse, seconded by
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Perret, to adopt RES. 79-115, Bk. 54, pp. 419-423, AUTHORIZING THE SALE
OF REAL PROPERTY TO THE ECUMENICAL HOUSING CORPORTAION, as modified, for
80 units of elderly housing on the site immediately east of the Old Post
Office & a portion of the Iowa Ave. parking lot. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Roberts absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Neuhauser, to adopt RES. 79-116, Bk.
54, pp. 424-425, AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO AN AGREEMENT WITH SHIVE-
HATTERY & ASSOCIATES for design of BDI special assessment project to
include upgrading of Heinz Lift Station. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Roberts absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Neuhauser, to adopt RES. 79-117, Bk.
54, pp. 426-427, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR SERVICES PERFORMED BY THE OFFICE
OF THE CITY CLERK. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Roberts
absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Neuhauser, to adopt RES. 79-118, Bk.
54, p. 428, DESIGNATING THE LOCATION OF THE OFFICIAL BULLETIN BOARD FOR
POSTING NOTICE OF, AND TENTATIVE AGENDA FOR, MEETINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL,
AND ANY BOARD OR COMMISSION CREATED BY THE COUNCIL, EXCEPT THE IOWA CITY
MUNICIPAL AIRPORT COMMISSION AND THE IOWA CITY LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Roberts absent.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Neuhauser, that the ORDINANCE
CLOSING THE EASTERN TERMINUS OF MELROSE COURT TO MOTOR VEHICULAR TRAFFIC
FROM MYRTLE AVE. BY PLACING A TRAFFIC ISLAND DIRECTLY WEST OF GREENWOOD
DRIVE ON MYRTLE AVE. be considered and given second vote for passage.
Motion to consider carried, 4/2, Balmer and Vevera voting 'no'. Roll
call vote on second vote for passage adopted, 4/2, with following division
of vote. Ayes: deProsse, Erdahl, Perret, Neuhauser. Nays: Vevera,
Balmer. Absent: Roberts.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Balmer, that ORDINANCE AWARDING A FRANCHISE
FOR CABLE TELEVISION TO HAWKEYE CABLEVISION CORPORATION be considered
and given second vote for passage. Motion to consider carried, 6/0.
Affirmative roll call vote on second vote for passage unanimous, 6/0,
Roberts absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to adjourn the meeting, 8:20
P.M. Motion carried unanimously.
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ABBIE STOLFU5, CIYY CLERK
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MATERIAL SUBMITTED AT INFORMAL MEETING OF MARCH 12 1979:
Letter from IA DOT re meeting with Council on March 22, 1979, regarding
Freeway 518
Letters regarding parking from:
Isabelle & Maynard Welk
Anna May & Charles Miller
David G. Koury
Linda Bakas
Memo from Roger Tinklenberg, Energy Prog. Coord.
Unknown Iowa City Taxpayer
Unknown Homeowner
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MINUTES OF OFFICIAL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL - 2/27/79
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Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 2/27/79, 7:30
P.M. at the Civic Center. Mayor Vevera presiding.
Councilmembers present: Balmer (8:15 P.M.),
deProsse, Erdahl, Neuhauser, (8:20 P.M.), Perret,
Roberts, Vevera.
City Clerk Stolfus requested an addition to
Consent Calendar, the setting of a public hearing
on 3/20, for Sec. 8 Housing Program. Moved by
Roberts, seconded by deProsse, that the following
items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar
be received, or approved, and/or adopted, as
amended:
Approval of Official Actions, reg.
Council mtg., 2/13/79, subj. to correction, as
recommended by City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards & Commissions: Human
Rights Comm. -1/22 & 2/11/79; Library Bd.
Trustees -1/25/79; Bd. Elec. Appeals -2/12/79;
Housing Comm. -2/7/79, Riverfront Comm. -
2/7/79; Bd. Adjustment -2/15/79.
Permit Resolutions, Bk. 53, recommended
by City Clerk: RES. 79-78, p. 154, APPROVING
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE for The Greenery. RES.
79-79, p. 155, TO ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMITS.
RES. 79-80, p. 156, TO REFUND PORTION OF
CIGARETTE PERMIT & RES. 79-81, p. 157, TO
REFUND PORTION OF CLASS C BEER PERMIT to
Downtowner Conoco.
Correspondence referred to City Mgr, for
reply: T. Bogs, re plans for area on Sand Road
which the City purchased. A. Gay, re
discontinuation of refuse collection from
alleys. J. Donkersloot, re odd -even parking
regulations. Memos from Traffic Engineer:
Prohibiting parking on Woolf Ave., Hutchinson
Ave. & on Oberlin Street.
Setting public hearing on March 20, 1979,
re 50 units of non -elderly housing in Section
8 Existing Housing Program.
Affirmative roll call vote on amended Consent
Calendar unanimous, 5/0, Balmer & Neuhauser absent.
Mayor Vevera repeated the public hearing as set.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Roberts, to adopt
RES. 79-82, Bk. 53, pp. 158-162, APPROVING THE
FINAL PLAT OF WOODLAND HILLS, PART TWO.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Balmer &
Neuhauser absent.
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Official Actions Mayor Robert Vevera gave his State of the City
February 27, 1979 address.
Page 2 John Suchomel offered congratulations to the
Mayor on the fine job he is doing as Mayor, and
advised he would be on vacation for a week, in case
Council received complaints about dirty streets.
Christopher Coughlin & Rod Jones presented a
petition from area residents protesting the new
parking regulations (No parking 8 to 5, Mon. thru
Fri.), and outlined several grievances. Council -
members Balmer (at 8:15 P.M.) and Neuhauser (at
8:20 P.M.) arrived for the meeting. Other citizens
appearing for discussion of problems included
Roland Peters, Mike Groh, Traci Maxted, Mike
Murphy, & Wayne Draper.
Public hearing was held on the proposed
ORDINANCE CLOSING MYRTLE AVE. TO THROUGH TRAFFIC BY
PLACING A TRAFFIC ISLAND WEST OF GREENWOOD DRIVE ON
MYRTLE, AVE. Several area residents appeared for
discussion including Louise Kruse, Mark Wolraich,
Laura Hart, Helen Brom, Edna Johnson, Mildred
Freel, & Ralph Oxford.
Public hearing was held on the proposed
RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY DECLARING THAT PUBLIC
CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY REQUIRE ISSUANCE OF EIGHT
TAXICAB CERTIFICATES TO SUPER CAB CO., AND NINE
TAXICAB CERTIFICATES TO YELLOW -CHECKER CAB CO.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Roberts, to adopt the
above RES. 79-83, Bk. 53, pp. 163-164. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
Public hearing was held on the proposed
taxicab fares for Super Cab Co. & Yellow -Checker
Cab Co. Ralph Oxford, owner, pointed out changes
for the fare schedule to reflect a $1.70 charge for
1st mile for small parcel delivery with 50a charge
for each additional h mile, and a $1.00 charge for
each mile out-of-town instead of 904. Moved by
Roberts, seconded by Neuhauser, to amend the
proposed rate schedule as outlined above. Motion
carried unanimously, 7/0. Moved by Balmer,
seconded by Roberts, to approve the establishment
of taxicab fare as proposed by Super Cab Co. &
Yellow -Checker Cab Co. Motion carried unanimously,
7/0.
Public hearing was held on proposed RESOLUTION
OF NECESSITY DECLARING THAT PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND
NECESSITY REQUIRE ISSUANCE OF SEVEN TAXICAB
CERTIFICATES TO A BETTER CAB CO. Moved by
deProsse, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt the above
RES. 79-84, Bk. 53, pp. 165-166. Affirmative roll
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Official Actlans call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
February 27, 1979 present.
Page 3 Public hearing was held on the proposed
taxicab fares for A Better Cab Co. Moved by Balmer,
seconded by Perret, to approve the establishment of
taxicab fare as proposed by A Better Cab Co. Motion
carried unanimously. Wayne Draper requested
permission to establish a coupon system for elderly
& handicapped. He was directed to present a
written proposal to Council.
Public hearing was held on the FY80 Budget
Estimate. deProsse questioned inclusion of the
last three items under the heading of Capital
Improvements agreed upon by Council for FY80, on
page three of Vitosh memo of 2/27/79, Changes in
FY80 Budget. She asked that the minutes reflect
the statement that the Council had not resolved how
they felt about those three Airport issues or how
they would be financed. Other Councilmembers did
not object. Press -Citizen Reporter Munson was
thanked for the coverage given.
Recommendation of Riverfront Commission that
funds for the landscaping of area at City Service
Buildings on Riverside Drive and Highway 6 be
included in the FY80 CIP budget allocation for
construction and development in this area as first
recommended in 9/78, was noted. Atty. Hayek was
directed to contact the attorney for the Airport
Commission & request a meeting to discuss and
resolve who does control this land (Sturgis Ferry
Park), after which a meeting will be scheduled with
the Riverfront Commission to discuss the
recommendation.
Mayor Vevera announced two vacancies for
three-year terms expiring 5/1/82 and one vacancy
for unexpired term ending 5/1/81 on the Housing
Comm. Moved by Perret, seconded by Erdahl, to
appoint Dennis Showalter, 59 Gleason Drive, to the
three-year term expiring March 23, 1982, on the
Johnson County Regional Planning Commission.
Motion carried unanimously, 7/0. Moved by
Neuhauser, seconded by deProsse, to reappoint
Lawrence Eckholt for a term expiring 2/7/81, on the
Governor Lucas Square Comm. Motion carried
unanimously, 7/0. For the vacancy on the Airport
Comm. for a six-year term expiring 3/1/85, Mayor
Vevera nominated Emmit George. Balmer & Roberts
concurred. deProsse nominated Dennis Saeugling,
seconded by Neuhauser. Moved by Perret, seconded
by deProsse, to appoint Dennis Saeugling, 40 Arbury
Drive. Motion carried, 4/3, Balmer, Roberts and
Vevera voting 'no'.
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February 27, 1979
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deProsse and Neuhauser requested permission tc
attend the National League of Cities Conference it
Washington D.C. on March 3-6. There was no
objection from a majority of the Councilmembers.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, that a
letter be sent to Transit Supt. Hugh Mose
recognizing the fine work he has done and
acknowledging the commendation he has received from
the State as State Transit Director for the Year.
Motion carried unanimously, 7/0.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to
adopt RES. 79-85, Bk. 53, pp. 167-168, ESTABLISHING
MECHANICAL PERMIT FEES FOR THE MECHANICAL CODE OF
THE CITY OF IOWA CITY. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to
adopt RES. 79-86, Bk. 53, pp. 169-171, ESTABLISHING
BUILDING PERMIT FEES FOR THE IOWA CITY BUILDING
CODE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Neuhauser, to
adopt RES. 79-87, Bk. 53, pp. 172-173, ESTABLISHING
ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEES FOR THE IOWA CITY ELECTRICAL
CODE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by deProsse, to
adopt RES. 79-88, Bk. 53, pp. 174-175, ESTABLISHING
PLUMBING PERMIT FEES FOR THE IOWA CITY PLUMBING
CODE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Balmer, to
adopt RES. 79-89, Bk. 53, p. 176, ESTABLISHING SIGN
PERMIT AND FENCE ERECTION FEES FOR THE ZONING
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY. Resolution
adopted, 6/1, upon the following division of vote:
Ayes: Balmer, deProsse, Erdahl, Perret, Roberts,
Vevera. Nays: Neuhauser. Moved by deProsse,
seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 79-90, Bk. 53,
pp. 177-204, AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF IOWA CITY AND THE IOWA CITY POLICE PATROLMEN'S
ASSOCIATION, TO BE EFFECTIVE 7/1/79 THROUGH
6/30/80. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by deProsse, to
adopt RES. 79-91, Bk. 53, pp. 205-226, AUTHORIZING
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE
IOWA CITY ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS,
IAAF, AFL-CIO, LOCAL #610, TO BE EFFECTIVE 7/1/79
THROUGH 6/30/80. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
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Official Actions Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret, THAT
February 27, 1979 ORDINANCE AMENDING ORD. 78-2891 HOUSING OCCUPANCY
Page 5 AND MAINTENANCE CODE OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY BY
REQUIRING AN OPERATOR OR OWNER OF RENTAL PROPERTY
TO PROVIDE AN INSPECTION CHECKLIST be considered
and given second vote for passage. Motion to
consider adopted, 4/3, Roberts, Balmer, Vevera
voting 'no'. Roll call vote on second vote for
passage, 4/3, with following division of vote.
Ayes: Perret, deProsse, Erdahl, Neuhauser. Nays:
Balmer, Roberts, Vevera.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to
adjourn the meeting, 9:35 P.M. Motion carried
unanimously.
A more complete description of Council
activities is on file in the office of the City
Clerk.
s/ROBERT A. VEVERA, MAYOR
s/ /CABBIE STOLFIjS, CITY CLERK Sub 'tted on 3/8/79.
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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
FEBRUARY 27, 1979
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 2/27/79, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic
Center. Mayor Vevera presiding. Councilmembers present: Balmer (8:15
P.M.), deProsse, Erdahl, Neuhauser, (8:20 P.M.), Perret, Roberts,
Vevera. Absent: None. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Stolfus, Helling,
Hayek. Council minutes tape-recorded on Tape 79-6, Side 2, 133-1724.
City Clerk Stolfus requested an addition to Consent Calendar, the
setting of a public hearing on 3/20, for Sec. 8 Housing Program. Moved
by Roberts, seconded by deProsse, that the following items and recommen-
dations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted,
as amended:
Approval of Official Actions, reg. Council mtg., 2/13/79,
subj. to correction, as recommended by City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards & Commissions: Human Rights Comm. -1/22 &
2/11/79; Library Bd. Trustees -1/25/79; Bd. Elec. Appeals -2/12/79;
Housing Comm. -2/7/79, Riverfront Comm. -2/7/79; Bd. Adjustment -
2/15/79.
Permit Resolutions, Bk. 53, recommended by City Clerk: RES.
79-78, p. 154, APPROVING CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE for P. J. Dunton
dba/The Greenery, 11 S. Dubuque; RES. 79-79, p. 155, TO ISSUE
CIGARETTE PERMITS; RES. 79-80, p. 156, TO REFUND PORTION OF CIGARETTE
PERMIT & RES. 79-81, p. 157, TO REFUND PORTION OF CLASS C BEER
PERMIT to Downtowner Conoco.
Correspondence referred to City Mgr. for reply: T. Bogs, re
Plans for area on Sand Road which the City purchased. A. Gay, re
discontinuation of refuse collection from alleys. J. Donkersloot,
re odd -even parking regulations. Memos from Traffic Engineer:
Prohibiting parking on Woolf Ave., Hutchinson Ave. & on Oberlin
Street.
Setting public hearing on March 20, 1979, re 50 units of non -
elderly housing in Section 8 Existing Housing Program.
Affirmative roll call vote on amended Consent Calendar unanimous, 5/0,
Balmer & Neuhauser absent. Mayor Vevera repeated the public hearing as
set.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Roberts, to adopt RES. 79-82, Bk. 53,
pp. 158-162, APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF WOODLAND HILLS, PART TWO, as
approved by P&Z Comm. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0,
Balmer & Neuhauser absent.
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Mayor Robert Vevera gave his State of the City address.
John Suchomel, 330 S. Lucas, offered congratulations to the Mayor
on the fine job he is doing as Mayor, and advised he would be on vacation
for a week, in case Council received complaints about dirty streets.
Christopher Coughlin & Rod Jones, 918 E. Jefferson, presented a
petition from area residents protesting the new parking regulations (No
parking 8 to 5, Mon. thru Fri.), and outlined several grievances.
Councilmembers Balmer (at 8:15 P.M.) and Neuhauser (at 8:20 P.M.)
arrived for the meeting. Other citizens appearing for discussion of
problems included Roland Peters; Mike Groh, 715 E. Davenport; Traci
Maxted, 112 S. Governor; Mike Murphy, 52A Hilltop; & Wayne Draper, 2216
California. A meeting will be held after signage is completed to determine
if hardships exist.
Public hearing was held on the proposed ORDINANCE CLOSING MYRTLE
AVE. TO THROUGH TRAFFIC BY PLACING A TRAFFIC ISLAND WEST OF GREENWOOD
DRIVE ON MYRTLE AVE. (This would eliminate access to Melrose Court from
the south). Several area residents appeared for discussion including
Louise Kruse, 624 Brookland Park Dr.; Mark Wolraich, 410 Melrose Ct.;
Laura Hart, 505 Melrose Ct.; Helen Brom, 409 Melrose Ct.; Edna Johnson,
508 Melrose Ct.; Mildred Freel, 505 Melrose Ct.; & Ralph Oxford, 135
Forestview. Opinions of Fire Dept. & Police Dept, re closing will be
solicited.
Public hearing was held on the proposed RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY
DECLARING THAT PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY REQUIRE ISSUANCE OF
EIGHT TAXICAB CERTIFICATES TO SUPER CAB CO., AND NINE TAXICAB CERTIFICATES
TO YELLOW -CHECKER CAB CO. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Roberts, to
adopt the above RES. 79-83, Bk. 53, pp. 163-164. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Public hearing was held on the proposed taxicab fares for Super Cab
Co. & Yellow -Checker Cab Co. Ralph Oxford, owner, pointed out changes
for the fare schedule to reflect a $1.70 charge.for 1st mile for small
parcel delivery with 504 charge for each additional h mile, and a $1.00
charge for each mile out-of-town instead of 904. Moved by Roberts,
seconded by Neuhauser, to amend the proposed rate schedule as outlined
above. Motion carried unanimously, 7/0. Moved by Balmer, seconded by
Roberts, to approve the establishment of taxicab fare as proposed by
Super Cab Co. & Yellow -Checker Cab Co. Motion carried unanimously, 7/0.
Public hearing was held on proposed RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY DECLARING
THAT PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY REQUIRE ISSUANCE OF SEVEN TAXICAB
CERTIFICATES TO A BETTER CAB CO. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Erdahl,
to adopt the above RES. 79-84, Bk. 53, pp. 165-166. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Public hearing was held on the proposed taxicab fares for A Better
Cab Co. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to approve the establishment
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of taxicab fare as proposed by A Better Cab Co. Motion carried unanimously.
Wayne Draper requested permission to establish a coupon system for
elderly & handicapped. He was directed to present a written proposal to
Council.
Public hearing was held on the FY80 Budget Estimate. deProsse
questioned inclusion of the last three items under the heading of
Capital Improvements agreed upon by Council for FY80, on page three of
Vitosh memo of 2/27/79, Changes in FY80 Budget. She asked that the
minutes reflect the statement that the Council had not resolved how they
felt about those three Airport issues or how they would be financed.
Other Councilmembers did not object. Press -Citizen Reporter Munson was
thanked for the coverage given.
Recommendation of Riverfront Commission that funds for the landscaping
of area at City Service Buildings on Riverside Drive and Highway 6 be
included in the FY80 CIP budget allocation for construction and development
in this area as first recommended in 9/78, was noted. It was pointed
out that the City requires high standards from others,& should also
comply with these standards. Atty. Hayek was directed to contact the
attorney for the Airport Commission & request a meeting to discuss and
resolve who does control this land (Sturgis Ferry Park), after which a
meeting will be scheduled with the Riverfront Commission to discuss the
recommendation.
Mayor Vevera announced two vacancies for three-year terms expiring
5/1/82 and one vacancy for unexpired term ending 5/1/81 on the Housing
Comm. Moved by Perret, seconded by Erdahl, to appoint Dennis Showalter,
59 Gleason Drive, to the three-year term expiring March 23, 1982, on the
Johnson County Regional Planning Commission. Motion carried unanimously,
7/0. Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by deProsse, to reappoint Lawrence
Eckholt for a term expiring 2/7/81, on the Governor Lucas Square Comm.
Motion carried unanimously, 7/0. For the vacancy on the Airport Comm.
for a six-year term expiring 3/1/85, Mayor Vevera nominated Emmit George.
Balmer & Roberts concurred. deProsse nominated Dennis Saeugling, seconded
by Neuhauser. Moved by Perret, seconded by deProsse, to appoint Dennis
Saeugling, 40 Arbury Drive. Motion carried, 4/3, Balmer, Roberts and
Vevera voting 'no'.
Balmer called attention to letter received from Rep. Hibbs re
property tax bill. He commented that the Council had not given direction
for use of U Smash Em property. City Mgr. Berlin advised that the staff
will be preparing a recommendation to come before Council. Neuhauser
reported on meeting she attended in Washington, D.C. concerning cost of
housing. Perret requested information on what has occurred re Elderly
Housing project, and what the City can do to assist. The City Mgr.
stated that a memo would be sent this week to Council. Balmer questioned
reasons for delay in Mid -States housing project. Berlin explained that
a change in financing will be reviewed by staff and a recommendation
forwarded to Council for their consideration.
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deProsse and Neuhauser requested permission to attend the National
League of Cities Conference in Washington D.C. on March 3-6. There was
no objection from a majority of the Councilmembers.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, that a letter be sent to
Transit Supt. Hugh Mose recognizing the fine work he has done and
acknowledging the commendation he has received from the State as State
Transit Director for the Year. Motion :tarried unanimously, 7/0. City
Mgr. Berlin advised that a presentation be made on Friday at 10:00 A.M.
The City Manager announced that there will not be a Saturday meeting
with the Legislators.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 79-85, Bk. 53,
pp. 167-168, ESTABLISHING MECHANICAL PERMIT FEES FOR THE MECHANICAL CODE
OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 79-86, Bk. 53,
pp. 169-171, ESTABLISHING BUILDING PERMIT FEES FOR THE IOWA CITY BUILDING
CODE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Neuhauser, to adopt RES. 79-87, Bk.
53, pp. 172-173, ESTABLISHING ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEES FOR THE IOWA CITY
ELECTRICAL CODE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council -
members present.
Moved by Neuhauser, seconded by deProsse, to adopt RES. 79-88, Bk.
53, pp. 174-175, ESTABLISHING PLUMBING PERMIT FEES FOR THE IOWA CITY
PLUMBING CODE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council -
members present.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 79-89, Bk. 53,
p. 176, ESTABLISHING SIGN PERMIT AND FENCE ERECTION FEES FOR THE ZONING
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY. Resolution adopted, 6/1, upon the
following division of vote: Ayes: Balmer, deProsse, Erdahl, Perret,
Roberts, Vevera. Nays: Neuhauser.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Erdahl, to adopt RES. 79-90, Bk. 53,
pp. 177-204, AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE
IOWA CITY POLICE PATROLMEN'S ASSOCIATION, TO BE EFFECTIVE 7/1/79 THROUGH
6/30/80. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by deProsse, to adopt RES. 79-91, Bk. 53,
pp. 205-226, AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE
IOWA CITY ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS, IAAF, AFL-CIO, LOCAL
#610, TO BE EFFECTIVE 7/1/79 THROUGH 6/30/80. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
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Moved by Erdahl, seconded by Perret, THAT ORDINANCE AMENDING ORD.
78-2891 HOUSING OCCUPANCY AND MAINTENANCE CODE OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY
BY REQUIRING AN OPERATOR OR OWNER OF RENTAL PROPERTY TO PROVIDE AN
INSPECTION CHECKLIST be considered and given second vote for passage.
Motion to consider adopted, 4/3, Roberts, Balmer, Vevera voting 'no'.
Roll call vote on second vote for passage, 4/3, with following division
Of vote. Ayes: Perret, deProsse, Erdahl, Neuhauser. Nays: Balmer,
Roberts, Vevera.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to adjourn the meeting, 9:35
P.M. Motion carried unanimously.
ABBIE STOLFUS, CITY CLERK
J
ROBERT A. VEVERA, MAYOR
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INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION
FEBRUARY 26, 1979
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: February 26, 1979, 1:30 P.M. In the
Conference Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Robert Vevera presiding.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, Vevera, Roberts, deProsse, Perret,
Erdahl. Absent: Neuhauser
STAFFMEMBERS PRESENT: Berlin, Stolfus, Helling, Boothroy, Milkman,
Kucharzak, Siders, Showalter, Hauber, Lee
TAPE-RECORDED ON REEL 79-8, Side I, 35 to End A over to Side 2, 1-85.
APPLICATIONS TO PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Boothroy 52-100
Woodland Hills T�4o
Legal Dept, has approved provisions for stormwater management.
Council had no problems with the three conditions which trigger
Installation of stormwater detention basins.
AGENDA - COUNCIL BUSINESS
I. Council and staff discussed concerns about the authority of 100-780
the Board of Electrical Appeals to make a decision made at
the 2/12/79 meeting regarding permit for E A S. Elec. Con
tractors. Council requested that the Legal Dept. review the
issue.
2. Concerns regarding application of new parking Policies to
a commercial area on Bloomington, a business nearrSummit St.
Brldge,ASouth Governor portion not an arterial, were
expressed. City Mgr. Berlin requested that Councllmembers
keep staff informed of calls, and if there are special
problems, staff will get them sorted out.
3. Muriel Patterson appeared regarding parking and traffic 8
flooding on Ralston Creek.
4. deProsse called attention to IDOT selection of Hugh Mose as
I;anslt Operator of the Year, and offered congratulations.
5. City Mgr. will review previous memo from Legal regarding
abateme- as for the elderly A report to Council.
A form for exemption request was suggested. Berlin advised
that the City does carry refuse for those elderly or
handicapped persons who request It. This will be publicized.
6. deProsse reported,regarding the closure of Melrose Court,
a citizen's concern over the fal ure of t e University to
participate as fully as Council expected, asking -if It 'would be
helpful to send a Joint letter from the Council and the Melrose
Area Neighborhood to the University asking them to participate
more extensively In transportation planning efforts on the
West side of town.
7. Kucharzak reported that charges for building permits were
essentially the same over the state as most cities have
adopted the National Code. Thin fee/dl() not Increase Inst
year when -the now Code was ndnp'hed. After a year's
experience, Housing, Occupancy A Maintenance Code fees
will be reviewed.
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Informal Council
February 26, ITT9
8. City Clerk Stolfus requested addition to the Consent Calendar
of the request for seating public hearing on Sec. 8 Assisted
H2US(n0 Program, for March 20th. A majority of Councilmembers
agreed.
9. it was pointed out that there is a no -strike clause In the
Police Contract, it Is a provision of State Law. Steps for the
firefighters are the same as for police, but in the fire contract
there Is no base figure yet to which to attach the Brost -of -living
escalator. The Union is Involved in scheduling the Police work-
week. It has been a City policy for over 5 years to pay at retire-
ment for 1/2 of accumulated sick leave,'.bakt.at that same time, the
year accumulation was reduced from 30 days to 12 days a year.
10. Regarding the UMTA Grant. Berlin, Mose, Plastlno 8 Emil Brandt
will review the appllcatlon and decide who will assume the
responsibility. Council discussed the role for the two planning
agencies, County 8 East Central Iowa and decided that staff
should draft a letter for their review to be sent to HUD, with
a copy to the Governor outlining quality of material and aid
received from ECIRPC.
11. Berlin stated that if Iowa City receives SMSA designation,
additional personnel would be needed to prepare 8 process
grants. Council requested that letters be written to Sen.
Culver 8 Rep. Leach thanking them for their help. Berlin
added that if transit continues to expand, Mose will need
extra help.
DRAINAGE PROBLEMS - HAFOR DRIVE/HAFOR CIRCLE Dietz, Gannon
Dietz outlined existing problem and explained alternative
solutions on area maps. The natural drainage area was there
when the Penny Bryn 8 Bryn Mawr subdivisions were developed.
Ty'n Cae Subd.emptles Into Willow Creek which backs up on
Teg Drive. Design of storm water pipe size was explained.
$120,000 solution would be to parallel another pipe system
along the existing one. This would not completely alleviate
the problem. Vevera commented that water comes from further
east, Denbigh area. In Hafor Circle, drainage swalls to
the creek, $18,000 or $35,000. Sidewalk could be raised along
Hafor Drive, south side, 611, so water stays on the street,
cost of $5,000. Dlteh Improvements, $6,500. To lower the
street, $51,000. 70 acres contribute to the drainage area.
Staff has Indicated that the City would not participate In
cost. Council discussed special assessment procedure.
Dietz was directed to provide Information by a mailing to
all persons In the drainage area, also setting up a meeting
which the District Councilperson Perret (or representative)
would attend.
CURRENT AND REVISED FISCAL POLICY Vitosh
rr
Cuent policy and revised policy were distributed for the
discussion. Definition of tax ceiling was changed. Capital
Expenditures was divided Into Capital Improvements 8 Capital
Expenditures. Under Project Analysis, N1, re Comprehensive
Plan compatibility 8 N3, Council goals compatibility, were
added. N5 -Financing, a new section Incorporates Sec. 5 8 6
of current policy. Re maximum Gen. Fund levy, Council asked
that 5A be redrafted to resolve Robert's concerns 8 to Indicate
that the City's basic policy Is a conservative posture.
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CURRENT 8 REVISED FISCAL POLICY Continued
Informal Council
February 26, 1979
Vitosh pointed out that the City Is not following the present policy.
These changes have been discussed with bonding attorney Paul Speers.
Sections B 8 C have been added to Bond Issues. Berlin advised that unless
problems within the Urban Renewal Projects, no Industrial Revenue
Bonds should be issued. Information will be presented later on proposed
legislation re Mortgage Revenue Bonds Issued by cities.
PARKS 8 RECREATION MBO UARTERLY REPORT Showalter, Lee, Hauber
Report distributed in Z/23 packet. Recreation: Napoleon Park
Project has been set back for a year. deProsse commented that
the cross-country trip was well done, well run. Parks Area
for endangered plants discussed. Small pond bank will be
stabilized when water is low. Only the 100 garden plots at
Wetherby Park will be available this year. The small nursery
for certain materials not available for purchase, might be moved
to Napoleon later on. Willow Creek Park project was moved up
to FY80 budget along with a Bikeway project, and the SW Park
moved back to FY'81. Forestry A large percentage of the budget
has been spent because of the June 26 storm. Borings 8 Inspection
of the Cemetery wall wlII commence after thawing. Government
Buildings Reasons for turnover of personnel discussed.
HICKORY HILL ARBORETUM Showalter
Showalter memo distributed in 2/23 packet. Receipt of the
minutes of the Committee will be helpful. Operating costs were
explained. Planning Is being done during the winter months.
Reserved areas for parking lot expansion, amphitheatre, 8 maint-
ence bldg. were shown on the proposed plan, along with areas
for display gardens 8 probable planting sites. Planting sites
could use 15 acres of the 40 acre site. The City can have a valid
arboretum.wlthout buildings. Use of personnel for arboretum will
not take away from the time scheduled for downtown maintenance.
This area was purchased with cemetery expansion bonds, and this
Issue will need to be resolved.
2030-2500
Side I,
2500 -End
Side 2,
1-85
APPOINTMENTS TO GOVERNOR LUCAS SQUARE COMM. 8 JOHNSON CO. REGIONAL
PLANNING COMM. Regarding appointment to the Governor Lucas Square Comm.,
the majority of Councllmembers agreed that Lawrence Eckholt should
be reappointed. They would like to see Dicker apply for another
board or commission. A majority of Councllmembers agreed to appoint
Dennis Showalter to the Johnson County Regional Planning Comm.
Airport Commission appointments were not discussed.
Meeting adjourned, 5:05 PM.
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INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION
MARCH 12, 1979
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: March 12, 1979, 1:30 P.M. in the Conference
Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Robert Vevera presiding.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Balmer, Neuhauser, deProsse, Perret, Vevera,
Erdahl. Absent: Roberts
STAFFHE BIERS PRESENT: Berlin, Stol.fus, Balling, Others present for certain
discussions, as noted.
TAPE-RECORDED: Reel 79-10, Side 1, 1 -End, & over to Side 2, 1-405.
APPLICATIONS TO PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Boothroy
1-10
Lyn -Den Hei,hp is Legal papers are ready, subdivision ready for action.
10-320
AGENDA - COUNCIL BUSINESS
1. Res. on fees for City Clerk's Office. Staff will check charge for
xeroxing to see if it reflects actual costs.
2. Res._ on Official Bulletin Board. Library should be notified.
3. Council discussed guidlines tto be outlined by the Mayor before
the discussion on parking has begun.
4. Kucharzak memo re non -prosecution of housing code violations by Court
noted. Discussion will be scheduled with City Attorney Hayek.
5. Neuhauser suggested conducting a fiscal impact analysis re zoning
ordinance and Comprehensive P1_an, City Atty. to discuss allocation
07 time to City formal session, & fiscal analysis.
business at an in
analysis.
6. Neuhauser presented a petition re flooding of sidewalk across from
the Mayflower. Staff will suggest alternative solutions.
7. Neuhauser suggested establishing a liaison withofficials in Washington,
D.C. to speak for Iowa City's needs in competing for federal grants.
deProsse and Erdahl were interested and will present issues to
congressmen & federal agencies.
8. Balmer called attention to problem at Penne s with water in the lower
level. City Mgr. Berlin has written a memo on this problem and the
request from 'fest Steak House to the City Attorney. This should be
discussed with the -City AttOrIle
320-370
APPLICATIONS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
Board of Appeals -Clerk reported no applications filed.
Broadband Telecommunications Comm. City Mgr. memo 3/8/79 noted. Consensus
Washburn to 2 yr Germs;
to appoint Pepper & Madsen to 3 yr. terms; Terry &
and Eakin to 1 -yr term.
HUMAN SERVICES PLANNING Linda Schreiber, Pam Ramser, Mary Ann Vo lm
370-500
Proposal in 3/9 packet noted. A majority of Councilmembers will
support the proposal if Johnson County supports it. It was decided
that the Mayor would attend the 3/22 meeting, representing the
Council, urging the County's participation. Staff will prepare
a letter of explanation of why the Council thinksitis important.
Schreiber advised that Regional Planning providing
taff
support.
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Council Informal
March 12, 1979
GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND ISSUE Vitosh, Dietz 500-690
Several persons thought that the Benton/Riverside improvement was to
start this summer. Dietz explained lead time was needed for right-of-
way acquisition and appraisals, and for compliance with Federal guide-
lines. Dietz suggested waiting until State Hwy. 1 project is scheduled.
Also Gilbert St., Captitol St. will be under construction this summer.
Public Works will have a project chart soon outlining all projects being
worked on. Because of the 51 projects scheduled, Public Works will contract
for aerial photography for Scott Blvd., const. to start next spring, 1980.
Perret questioned whether or not Council had made a policy regarding
extra -width paving. City Manager Berlin explained that a policy was
being investigated. As sufficient extra -width paving monies can be
taken from last year's bond sale monies, none was added to this year's
bond sale. For use this year, $68,000 is available. Land acquisition
for the wastewater Treatment Plant will not be started until after E.P.A.
has given us the grant for the Corridor Sewer. Only $234,000 of the
four million dollar River Corridor project are not eligible for Federal
funds. Public hearing on $5,500,000 g.o. bond issue will be set 3/27/79.
DOWNTOWN STREETSCAPE PROJECT, PHASE II Glaves, Hose, Comm. Vetter 690-1330
Hossman (Univ.) Klaus (Old Capitol Assoc.)
Claves reviewed the issues discussed last week. Re controversy with
Univ. over placement of sidewalk, another sidewalk will be narrowed
and the bus moved up, so the controversial sidewalk can be placed where
the Univ. wants it. For expansion of bus spaces, there are still two
spaces in front of the bank east of Clinton. Claves stated -that if Council
wanted to experiment, they should allow one-way traffic as the first
experiment. The plan as shown would allow one-way traffic. He also
explained reconstruction of Madison/Washington corner & grade transition
which leaves 220' not being reconstructed, and suggested narrowing this
portion to two paved lanes, not allowing parking & the Univ. doing the
landscaping. (Washington St. between Madison & Capitol). Staff will
provide costs.
Concerning two-lane or four -lane Clinton St. between Burlington & Washington,
a majority of Councilmembers agreed to four -lane, with buses stopping at
the pedestrian areas. Discussion of the pull -in areas resulted in a
majority favoring pull -ins holding two cars.
PARKING RESTRICTIONS In Council Chambers 1330 -End
Mayor Vevera stated that Council was aware of several problems, & Side 2,
outlined reasons why restrictions were adopted. lie added that 1-405
Council does not think that the City is obligated to provide parking
spaces on City streets. Those appearing both for and against the
regulations included: John Karras, 1715 E. Church; Marshall Hunter, 704
Ronalds; George McCormick, 230 Fairchild; Chuck Engberg, 409 Brown;
Helen Finken, 510 Brown; petition; John Stamler, 706 E. College;
Diane Dornburg, 415 S. Governor; Don Standley, 51.1 S. Johnson, Student
Senate President; Traci Maxted, 112 S. Covernor; Sue Soseman, 232 S.
Summit; Chris Coughlan, 918 E Jefferson; Debbie Bayer, 1025 E. Washington;
Mike Groh, 715 E. Davenport; Phi Beta Phi Sorority Representative, 815
E. Washington; Roger Weinstein, 819 Iowa Ave; Virginia Kardon, 420 F.
Fairchild; Martha Allen, 415 Brown, Tom Zynda, 504 S. Johnson; Elizabeth
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Osenbaugh, 420 E. Fairchild;
525 Iowa Ave.; Mike Malloy,
N. Dubuque; David Peterson,
Fairchild.
Council Informal
March 12, 1979
Deborah Shopman, 728 E college; Jan Smith,
404 S. Johnson,• Margaret MacDonald, 615
1510 Sheridan; and Monica Suretti, 220 E.
Observations made included the following: Plowing of alleys is needed for
access to parking; Changes are long overdue; Parkers for Baptist Church
are being ticketed, parking needed for Bethel A.M. Church; Snow Emergency
Routes suggested; Previous regulation of 8 to 5, weekdays, Sundays and
holidays excepted, worked well; University has a responsibility to provide
parking; University storage lots not available to off -campus students;
ould be enforced;
Atreet committeeage shouldsbehcreated consisting8ofdents need cars representativestfrom Univork;
beugiven,inibuildingCcodesltotallorkpon parking
ision forproblems; Leeway should
deProsse left the meeting, 4:55 P.M.); Changes topmore none(waynstreets
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suggested; (Council requested status of Northside Study); Leave parking
on wide streets such as Washington, Iowa and College; There was not
enough citizen input before enacting the regulations, the effect of
these regulations the same as zoning changes; Problems for service
calls and for guest parking; Thank you for parking on even -numbered sides
on even -numbered days; In alternate side parking, inconvenience in times
for moving cars, safety of women should be considered, along with use
of additional fuel in times of fuel shortage.
Letters received included: Anna May & Charles Miller, 1333 Davenport;
Petition and letter from Julia Persson, #230 Mayflower (sidewalk flooding)
Diane Dornburg, letter & petition for area of Governor St, between Bowery
& Burlington; Petition from North Side residentsHelen Finken;
Memo from Roger Tinklenberg, Energy Program Coordinator; Marian McNamara,
803 Church, business parking; Don Standley, Pres. Student Senate, recommended
alternatives; Linda Bakas, 425 E. Jefferson; David Koury, 2 Kirkwood Circle;
Isabelle & Maynard Welk, 707 Brown.
City Manager Berlin stated that next winter snowplowing of alleys could
i be worked into the schedule. Staff will assess timing on restrictions,
and suggest alternatives. Status of Northside Study will be investigated,
otBerlin request -
along with provisions of lease for Grand Daddy's parking l.
ed that other parking problems be brought to the Staff's attention.
Meeting adjourned, 5:45
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MATERIAL SUBMITTED AT INFORMAL MEETING OF MARCH 12, 1979:
Letter from IA DOT re meeting with Council on March 22, 1979, regarding
Freeway 518
Letters regarding parking from:
Isabelle & Maynard Welk
Anna May & Charles Mi11er
David G. Koury
Linda Bakas
Memo from Roger Tinklenberg, Energy Prog. Coord.
Unknown Iowa City Taxpayer
Unknown Homeowner
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MATERIAL SUBMITTED AT INFORMAL MEETING OF MARCH 12 1979:
Letter from IA DOT re meeting with Council on March 22, 1979, regarding
Freeway 518
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