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2002-06-11 Info Packet of 6/6
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKET C~T¥ OF IOWA C~TY June 6, 2002 www.icgov.org I JUNE 10 WORK SESSION ITEMS IP1 Memorandum from City Clerk: Procedure for Calling a Special Council Meeting IP2 Resolution Establishing the Procedure for the Calling of a Meeting I MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS IP3 Memorandum from Council Member Wilburn: Juneteenth Celebrations IP4 Email from Council Member Pfab to Mayor Pro Tem Vanderhoef: Calling for a Special Meeting Wednesday 5~29 IP5 Letter to City Manager from James Thomas: Response IP6 Email from Charlotte Walker to City Manager: Dream Home [staff response included] IP7 Email from Susan Judkins to CityVoices: 5~28~02 Special Session Report IP8 Memorandum from Assistant City Manager: Cablecasting Board/Commission Meetings IP9 Memorandum from Parks and Recreation Director to City Manager: Skate Park IPI0 Memorandum from Assistant Finance Director/Risk Manager to City Manager: Mercer Skateboard Park IP11 Memorandum from Parks and Recreation Director to City Manager: REAP Funding IP12 Memorandum from City Clerk: May 20 Work Session IP13 Memorandum from City Clerk: Agenda Items for June 19 Joint Meeting IP14 Memorandum from Assistant City Attorney Matthews: Property Tax Assessment Appeals IP15 Memorandum from Assistant City Attorney Matthews: Alcohol Ordinance Enforcement Update IP16 Letter from Drew Shaffer (Cable TV Administrator) to Jon Koebrick (MCC Iowa DBA Mediacom): Notice of Non-Compliance IP17 Minutes: April 30 Deer Task Force IP18 Minutes: June 5 Deer Task Force IP19 Building Permit Information - May 2002 IP20 Memorandum from Dianna Furman: Utility Discount Program Statistics - Fiscal Year '99 Total, FY00, FY01 and FY02 June 6, 2002 Information Packet (continued/ 2 E-mail from Director Housing & Inspection Services to Charlotte Walker: Dream Home Info Distributed at 6/10 Work Session: Letter from Gregory Bevirt to Council Member Kanner: Parcel 64-1A Information distributed by Council Member Kanner: Senior High Alternative Center City of Iowa City MEMORANDUM DATE: June 6, 2002 TO: Mayor and City Council FROM: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk ~'~)d-h RE: Procedure for calling a special Council meeting At the request of Mayor Pro tem Vanderhoef an item concerning the procedure for calling a special work session has been added to the June 10th work session. A copy of the 1965 resolution is attached. Please note this resolution was passed when the membership of the Council was 5, in 1973 the Council was expanded to the present 7. IP2 It was moved by Yocum and seconded by Hubbard to amend the Resolution on procedure for mlling of a special meeting; to read two councilmen, instead of three. Motion carried. It was moved by Hubbard and seconded by Yocum to adopt, the resolution. Motion carried. .RESOLUTION WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 2342 of the ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, provides for the adoption by resolution of the procedure for the calling of a special meeting, and ~ WHEREAS, it is in the interest of the City of Iowa City that the Council establish a procedure for the calling of a special meeting. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Iowa City, Iowa, 1. That special meetings of the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, may be called by the Mayor or by two (2) Councilmen. 2. That notice of the calling of a special council meeting should be in writing and shall set forth: a) the time and place of said meeting b) the business to be conducted at said meeting c) the person or persons calling said meeting .~ · '~ 3. That said notice shall be served at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the time of said special meeting. 4. That said notice shall be served by delivering a copy thereof to the Council Members or by delivering a copy to their residences in Iowa City, Iowa, or at such places as maybe designated by any Councilman as his place of service. 5. That no business other than that specified in the notice calling the special meeting may be acted upon at said special meeting. 6. That the provisions for the call, notice, time of service or business to be conducted may be waived if the entire Council shall consent in writing thereto. 7. That the provisions of the method of service may be waived by the individual Councilmen affected thereby. Passed and approved this 15th day of June, 1965. ~j~.~/Z~/., ~ _.c~j Mayor City Clerk~ [ IP3 Dear Council Members. ~ Re: Juneteenth celebrations. I have enclosed the following as an educational/historical piece about Juneteenth, according to some, the oldest known celebration of the ending of slavery in the United States. People in many cities continue to celebrate it for appreciation of history, celebration of African American freedom, self-development, and respect for all cultures. FYI, on April 11th, Governor Vilsack designated Juneteenth as a state holiday in Iowa. We are now the seventh state to recognize Juneteenth as an unpaid state holiday observance. I was asked by the Support Group for African American Affairs in Galesburg, Illinois to draft a Juneteenth Proclamation. They are asking their mayor to declare this proclamation in Galesburg at their first Juneteeth celebration on June 15th, 2002. I have enclosed a copy FYI. I know the city of Burlington, Iowa is celebrating their fifth annual Juneteenth celebration. Perhaps there may be some interest in Iowa City having a Juneteenth celebration next year and a similar proclamation could be declared for our community. Submitted by, Council member Wilburn. " City of Galesburg Proclamation Whereas, .Tuneteenth is the old~st known celebration of the ending of slavery in the United States of America; and Whereas, it was on .Tune 10th, 1865 that Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, landed at Galveston, Texas with news that the American Civil War had ended and that the enslaved were free; and Whereas, this was two and a half years after President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation - which had become official .Tenuary :l, 1863.; end Whereas, The celebration of .Tune :19th was coined ".Tuneteenth" and grew with more participation from descendants of slove, s. The `Tuneteenth celebration was a time for reassuring each other, for preying and for gathering remaining family members; and Whereas, `Tuneteenth continued to be highly revered in Texas decades later, with many former sieves and descendants making an annual pilgrimage back to ~olveston on this date; end Whereas, throughout the :[980's and :1990's .Tuneteenth continued to enjoy a growing and healthy interest from communities and organizations throughout the country., with institutions such as the 5mithsonian, the Henry Ford Museum and others sponsoring `Tuneteenth-centered activities. Now, therefore , Mayor of the City of Galesburg, Xllinois call upon the citizens of Galesburg to observe .Tune :t9*h, 2002, as ",Tuneteenth DQy" to promote and cultivate knowledge and appreciation of African American history and culture. Further, let us celebrate African American freedom while encouraging self-development and respect for all cultures. JUNETEENTH iOWA 6/3/02 2:40 PM IOWA BURLINGTON The Burlington, Iowa Branch of the NAACP is sponsoring the 5th Annual Juneteenth celebration on Saturday June 15, 2002 in DeF~win and Gladys White Memorial Park(300 block of Angular) from 9:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. This year will be extra special as our governor - The Honorable Tom Vilsack signed legislation on Thursday, April 11, 2002 establishing Juneteenth as a state holiday in Iowa. We are the seventh state to recognize Juneteenth as an unpaid state holiday observance. This year's theme is Celebrate We're Free. In light of 9/I 1- We are honoring all people who have been or are in the Armed Forces. Also new this year is a civil war re-enactor who will be sharing authentic info on this time period. Other activities inchide: Awarding Scholarships, Gospel Fest, domino and spade tournaments, pony and train rides, 3on3 BB, drill teams, crafts, games, variety of vendors, plenty of good food. We want to extend a special invitation to all people who have served in the military to come and be honored. Join us for this Celebration of Freedom.!. For more info Write NAACP, PO BOX 1194, Burlington, IA 52601 or email-lindbrad@intefl.net Look for the duneteenth World Wide Celebration emblem at Juneteenth events across America and beyond! { Wodd Wide Celebration } PREVIOUS YEARS CELEBRATIONS [20011 2000 11999 11998 11997 I Contact Us ] [ !uneteenth.com home ] Copyright © 2002 JUNETEENTH.corn http://www.juneteenth.com/2iowa_us.htm Page I of 1 JUNETEENTH ILLINOIS 6/3/02 2:~!4 P~'~ ILLINOIS GALESBURG .- ~.~, · On Saturday, June I5th, 2002 from 12:00nh ~ 3:00pm Galesburg, Illinois will celebrate their Ist annual ,i- Juneteeth celebration with a "Tailgate Party" at South Side Lake Storey Park. Enjoy music entertainment '~ from the 50's, 60's, & 70's, on site book resources, & art displays. Softball, bingo, cards, dancing, & mancala will be part of the fun. Please come out and.join us & donate a can of food for a local Food Bank. 50/50 ticket proceeds go toward scholarships. Event sponsored by the Support Group for African American Affairs. DECATUR · "Juneteenth 2002" Presented by The African American Cultural & Genealogical Society Of Illinois Museum June 15, 2002 Theme: "Are We Really Free?" We are featuring our !st Annual Juneteenth Youth Gospel Choir Competition, other activities include: African dancers, Baseball competition, Chess tournament, Volleyball, Basketball, Praise dancers, Poetry, and a Black Histow Bowl. We will also have art & artifacts exhibits, food & non-food vendors. For more info, please call: 217-429-7458; Fax:217-429-7861 or e-mail us at aacgs@springnetl.com This all will take place June 15, 2002 in Fairview Park in Decatur, Illinois. 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. CHICAGO · Juneteenth Festival @ Some Like It Black Coffee Club & Gallery sponsored by Race To Knowledge, Inc., Alliance for Community empowermant, Some Like It Black and Inner City Youth Foundation. Our theme - "Preserving Authentic Culture" and Heritage, Iocale, d in the heart of Broazeville at the historical Swift Mansion (formerly) the Chicago Urban League - 4500 South Michigan Avenue. Chicago Urban League Parking Lot, Saturday, June 22, 2002 12Noon -7:00 P.M. Check out our website (www.ixprss.com/racctoknow. For additional information contact Bobble Johnson at (773)377-5004 ext. 2098. To receive additional information send an email to artzone44@excitc.com Look for World Wide Celebration emblem at Juneteenth events across America and beyond! { World Wide Celebration } http://www.juneteenth.com/Zillinois_us.htrn f.,,..,,.~ Page 1 of 2 A Little Info. 6/3/02 5:06 PM, W~ is JUNETEENTH? Juneteenth, or June 19, 1865, is considered the date when the last slaves in Juneteenth America were freed. Although the rumors of freedom were widespread has prior to this, actual emancipation did not come until General Gordon come Granger rode into Galveston, Texas and issued General Order No. 3, on to June 19, almost two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. symbolize for many African- But Didn't the Emancipation Proclamation Free the gnalaved? Americans what President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on September 22, the 1862, notifying the states in rebellion against the Union that if they did not Fourth cease their rebellion and return to the Union by January 1, 1863, he would of declare their slaves forever free. Needless to say, the proclamation was July ignored by those states that seceded from the Union. Furthermore, the symbolizes proclamation did not apply to those slave-holding states that did not rebel for agains~t the Union. As a result, about 800,000 slaves were unaffected by the provisions of the proclamation. It would take a civil war to enforce the all Emancipation Proclamation and the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Americans... Constitution to formally outlaw slavery in the United States. Freedom. When is Junefeenfh Celebrated? Annually, on June 19, in more than 200 cities in the United States. Texas is the only state that has made Juneteenth a legal holiday. Some cities sponsor week-long celebrations, culminating on June 19, while others hold shorter celebrations. WhU is Juneteenth Celebrated? It symbolizes the end of slavery. Juneteenth has come to symbolize for many African-Americans what the fourth of July symbolizes for all Americans -- Freedom. It serves as a historical milestone reminding Americans of the triumph of the human spirit over the cruelty of slavery. It honors those African-American ancestors who survived the inhumane institution of bondage, as well as demonstrating pride in the marvelous legacy of resistance and perseverance the left us. Whg Not Just Celebrate the Fourth of Julg Like Other Americans? Blacks do celebrate the Fourth of ,Inly in honor of American Independence Day, but history reminds us that blacks were still enslaved when the United States obtained its independence. http://hosting.xigroup.com/juneteenth/info.htrnl Page 1 of 2 A Little Info. 6/3/02 5:06 PM WhU Were §l~,ve~ in Texaa the Laa*~ fo Know thnf TheU Were Free? During the Civil War, Texas did not experience any significant invasion by Union forces. Although the Union army made several attempts to invade Texas, they were thwarted by Confederate troops. As a result, slavery in Texas continued to thrive. In fact, because slavery in Texas experienced such a minor interruption in its operation, many slave owners from other slave-holding states brought their slaves to Texas to wait out the war. News of the emancipation was suppressed due to the overwhelming influence of slave owners. http://hosting.xi~roup.corn/juneteenth/info.htrnl ¥~ ~ ~' Pa.ae 2 of 2 Ju,,..ee,,~h - General GO uon Granger - ~eneral (Jrder No. 3 6/3/02 2;33 Pti General Order No. 3 The people of Texas are informed that, in accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free. This involves an absolute equality of personal rights and rights of property, between former masters and slaves and the connection heretofore existing between them, becomes that between employer and hired labor. The Freedmen are advised to remain at their present homes and woric for wages. They are informed that they will not be allowed to collect at military posts; and they will not be supported in idleness either there or elsewhere. http://www.juneteenth.com/general_order_no_3.htrn ~') Page 1 of 1 F Irvin Pfab From: "In/in Pfab" <ipfab@ava[on.net> To: "Dee Vanderhoef" <dee_vanderhoef@iowa-city.org> Sent: Thursday, May 23, 2002 12:29 AM Subject: Steven Kanner and myself calling for a special meeting Wed. 5/29/02 at 7 Dee, Much earlier this evening I attempted to call you to either visit with you or leave a message on your answering machine. Unfortunately I did not find you home and I could not get your answer machine to respond. Steven and I decided to call for a special council meeting on Wednesday, May 29, 2002 at 7 p.m. The reason to call for this meeting was because ora request from the Emerson Point Limited Partnership to take action on the following two items: 1. The use of Enterprise Zones in Iowa City 2. The designation of an Enterprise Zone for Emerson Point The reason to discuss both of these issues was to prevent a conflict for Ross, for at least a substantial part of this meeting. If I understand correctly Mayor Lehman is away on a fishing trip so we would look forward to your presiding at this meeting. The letter from Emerson Point requested that we hold the meeting either; Thursday, May 23, in the evening or Friday, May 24, at 7 am. Steven was able to convince them to extend the time until either Tuesday or Wednesday because we felt that while their need to move quickly was great, the council's need to adequately prepare for this meeting was more pressing. I hope this limited information is helpful to you. Irvin I was able to contact all the other members of the City Council by phone or I left a message on their answering machine prior to contacting Council Member Vanderhoef by email. 6/6/O2 131 North First Avenue JYil -6 A;t S: 35 Iowa City, IA 52245 Phone # 319-358-9585 Cl'i i' Fax # 319-358-6508 IOWA Ol E-Mail - Just_Praise~,~Iotmail. Com TheGenesisGospelGroup~Hotmail.Com June 5, 2002 Mr. Steve Atkins, City Manager 410 East Washington Street Iowa City Hall Iowa City, IA 52240 Re: Your Response Dated May 23~ 2002 Dear Mr. Atkins: I have received your response to my letter dated May 23, 2002. We disagree that you have fulfilled your commitments to us. We have yet to hear from you regarding the other issues raised in our May 20th letter. Regrettably you only addressed one of the several concerns we raised when we met. And yes, we agree the Auto Storage Ordinance should not be ignored, regardless of whether it is a good or poorly designed one, because it is law and is in effect. That is the reason we sought you out as the city manager to discuss our concerns. You, however, seem to focus on only one area of our discussion, the issue raised concerning the wooden fence. If you peruse the letter again, you will notice three (3) other issues l/we raised with you in that April 12~ meeting. I have enclosed another copy of the May 20t~ letter for you to review. It is obvious that you did not see any benefit in granting leniency in enfomement of the Auto Storage Ordinance, but chose not to address the leniency issue (referred to us as issue 1 in our letter to you) in your response letter to us. Nor did you respond to the sidewalk issue, but I am sure based on our conversation, and the desires of the city, that it is an important issue. I again raise the sidewalk issue, as it also is important to us, and even though we would like to pave it immediately it would constitute a financial hardship. However, I raise this agmn, because we would not like to be surprised by the city responding with a citation or a process server on this issue (taking the same path as the auto storage ordinance) given our request for leniency. We again, are exploring a reasonable discussion and communication regarding the sidewalk, which could be mutually satisfying. My understanding is Montclair Apartments also on First Avenue and faced with the dilemma of paving sidewalks has been approached by the city and discussion is underway to complete its paving. Why has no one from the city contacted us regarding the paving of sidewalk that is adjacent to Montclair Apartments? Why hasn't anyone since speaking with your office about our situation attempted to get a status report about our progress or lack thereof in completing the project? Yet we know you have dialogue with Montclair Apas tments, does a double standard of treatment exist here? I raise this again, because you were completely silent on this issue in your response to us. So what is your story? As far as the wooden fence request is concerned, it is now quite obvious to us that a wooden privacy fence would not have resolved the problem, given the enforcement activities the city engaged in Mr. David Dunlap's case. Nor did I or we ever indicate a desire to, in effect, "hide" our vehicles. It seemed a reasonable compromise since our vehicles seemed to disrupt so many lives in the neighborhood. A privacy fence is just that, to preserve privacy, ours as well, and at the same time meet the requirements of the ordinance. When we talked, it seemed a reasonable compromise to what we consider to be an "over-reaching" city ordinance. This ordinance seems invasive, coercive and appears to be an affront to expected constitutional protected and guaranteed rights of privacy and quiet enjoyment of home ownership. The enforcement activities of how you proceed to determine violations of the ordinance appear as unlawful as the ordinance you seek to enforce. Trespass onto private property is not appropriate to take pictures to prove a civil infraction. This amounts to unlawful surveillance ora taxpayer's private property and in effect is no different from other obtrusive acts that trample individual freedoms. The question is, where does it stop? Do you take a daily count of the vehicles parked on a person's property? When we give a party should we call the city first? Should a homeowner call the building inspection office and indicate when overnight guests are residing at one's home? Ifa university vehicle is parked at the home, does that mean if it exceeds the maximum count, a citation will be issued? Does it also mean that ifa car, still owned by someone cited, and in this case, it seems only me, returns to the property for maintenance, and the count is exceeded and an anonymous complaint is filed, will another citation be issued? Once a citizen is cited, how long will the building inspection office surveillance of a property? Is there a probation period? When does this procedure become abusive? No, these are not light-hearted attempts at humor. It seems Iowa City and its ordinance procedures and processes are already on a slippery slope. That slope appears to becoming profoundly more slippery with each passing day. Have we come to a point in our existence that "citation" is the manner of communicating a neighbor's discontent? Mr. Dunlap, also indicated a disgruntled neighbor may have been the anonymous complainer in his situation. In our case, during the entire history of this Auto Storage Ordinance, not one single neighbor can honestly claim they approached us with concerns about the presence of my cars (which dates back to the time we purchased the home in 1990). Nor on any occasion have we heard from the City's Neighborhood Servicer Coordinator, or anyone other that building inspection. So, what goes on here? ~ .... 9 ..... r t~r~tt~e resort to using pohcy to modify behawor. As chief pubhc serwce adm~n~strato city, please explain.._cD -< ~ c..rl Maybe it is time for the city to re-evaluate its anonymous complaint procedures, which seem to allow total discretion and intervention and action by the city, regardless of the complainer's motive(s). The current method of initiating an action is discriminatory, and unfair in application. As the complainer can hide behind a "shield of anonymity" and apparently not be of himself/herself evaluated based on frivolity. 1 am sending a copy of this letter to the City Council as well. As the elected public servants of the people of Iowa City, the Council should be sensitive, aware and concerned about all of its citizens. Please contact me at your earliest convenience. cc: City Council Members Enclosure - May 20, 2002 Letter to City Manager FI! James Thomas 131 North First Avenue Iowa City, IA 52245 Phone # 319-358-9585 Fax # 319-358-6508 E-Mail - dust ThoGonos~sGosp~GroupOHo~ma~ ~. Com May 20, 2002 ~. Steve Atkins, CiW M~ager 410 East Washin~on S~eet Iowa Ci~ Hall Iowa CiW, ~ 52240 Re: April 12~ MeetinWCitation Delivered May 18~ 2~2 (Citation dated May 16~ De~ ~. Atkins: It would ~ ~ ~ders~tement to say ~at Uwe ~e ve~ disap~inted and saddened by ~e delive~ cfa ci~tion by a Shefi~s Depu~ that took place on Sa~r~y, May 18, 2002, at my home. It would ~ve not been so offe~ive to receive the citation, if my Mfe ~d I had not made the effo~ to seek you out for ad,ce. First we mtked by telephone the first week of Aphl. Then, my Mfe and 1 met with you on Aphl 12, 2002, to request consideration ~om the CiW of Iowa Ci~ reg~ding, 1) that leniency be ~ted a~ut the ordin~ce ~d that vigorous enforce of the new ordinate created last ye~ conce~ng excessive nmbers of p~ked cars at my residence not cctv, because of fin~cial hardship; 2) to infom you it was o~ intemion of paving the sidemlk area abusing our vac~t lot along First Avenue; 3) to request ~m you ~d ~e legal depament consider a wooden privacy fence as a method of tempora~ aba~ment, allo~ng more time for us to build what we really desired to build. I even offered to bhng in ~e plans that were &am up by local Iowa CiW ~chitect, Steve Brock. You indicmed you would get back to us in a few ~ys, which you did not. In fact you indicated you would fo~ard the request on to legal for considermion of the wooden privacy fence. Assist~t CiW A~omey, Sue Dulek, of~e Legal staffofthe Ci~ res~nded almost immediately ~d instated that the fence would not se~e to abate ~e problem. However, Ms. Dulek suggested I consider approaching ~e Co~cil ruth ~e idea of requesting the fence as a method of abmement. I ~lked ~th a member of the co~cil ~d was told he would bring it up for discussion. This was less th~ two weeks ago. I also ~ked her as to whe~er o~ pro~ could be "~d-fa~ered in" ~ ~ exempt pro~ or exception, since my pre-existing usage of the pro~ to park my vehicles had been on-going and un-inte~pted for eleven ye~s prior to the creation of ~e ordinance. I/we, were shaken by the two visits from the deputy who delivered the citation. Deputy David Welsh, of the Johnson County ShefiWs Depa,hnent, served the citation. Our thoughts were that our requests to you were still under consideration. We had received no correspondence or notification that the procedures you were to employ were complete. Nor had you responded to the other items requested during our April 12, 2002 meeting. If this is an example of"good faith" or concern for a family that has resided in this community for almost twenty years, Iowa City is in sad shape. Over the past three years, I have received at least 6 or 7 citations, that seemed to be more geared toward modifying my/our behavior or lifestyle, or tantamount to harassment. As hard as I txy I cannot determine the public interests issues of health, safety or welfare concerns of the City. In fact during the April 12, 2002 meeting, you indicated after we outlined the three items we came to meet with you about, you did not want to see us incur more expenses (your response was a reaction to my asking if we constructed the eight foot wooden privacy fence around the area in the backyard, if that would abate enforcement of the ordinance, you know....out of sight ..... out of mind). I will do my best, with the limited financial resources available to me to move the required nurnber of cars, to comply with this new ordinance, at it has always been my intent to remain a law abiding citizen. Prior to this ordinance being created, the other citations were served for parking on tm-improved parking surfaces. To comply with those violations, I paid for the pouring and finishing of over 1800 square feet of concrete. It appears that the anonymous complaint process in Iowa City is very effective, as I received the warning citation for excessive parking after the development of the ordinance in April of 2001. An anonymous citizen called in this violation of the excessive parking ordinance 16 days after enforcement began. I can say without hesitating, it does surprise me; given the collective negative experience we have endured here in the "Number 2 Small Cit~ in the entire United States." I am sending a copy of this letter to the City Council as well. Please contact me at your earliest convenience. Sincerely, James Thomas 131 North First Avenue City -- Iowa , IA 52245 O cc: City Council Members ~ Enclosure- Citation delivered 5/18/02 ~; ~" 9? CITATION MUNICIPAb INFRACTION -- CITY' OF IOWA CITY ORDINANCE VIOLATION The City of Iowa City, Iowa vs. OEFENDANT NAME: Thomas James ^On. ESS: _[3! H. [St, Avenue or ahoot: 5 i 16 12002 at 3:00 [ ]A,M.[X]p.M. at 131 N. 1st Avenue AddreSs of Violation(s): Iowa City, IA 52245 Delendam herein did violate Section 6-1-P'[~(~) ) __ of the Code o1 Ordinances of the City of Iowa City. Iowa, as follows: lo more than 6 operable vehicles maN be parked, st~re~,placed or kept outdoors at any one time on CIVILPENALTYANDCOURTCO~TSTJOE' - tnls'pr°percYin~ an PAID AT THE TIME AND PLACE OF THE CiViL PENALTY ASSESSED: ; COURT APPEARANCE SHOWN ON THE CtTATtON. PAYMENT MUST SE MA~)E BY COURT COSTS: CASH OR CHECK TO CLERK OF COURT, TOTAL; COURTHOUSE, JOHNSON COUNTY, IOWA. Defendant Is fodhwlth dlrecled to pay the civil penalty ami to correctYceaee lhe [~Jm~c ~'~e number Of vehicles that are parked stored, placed or kept at this property and remove excess vehicles trom property Dy 5/Z~/u2 TO ANSWER THE CHARGES ON THIS CITATION, YOU MUST APPEAR IN COURT ON 5 / 30 I 02 at 8;00 [ '~A.M. [ IP.M iN THE COURT AT ~ohnso~ Co.. IA FAILURET0 APPEA~ III GOURT WITI,[OaT a0oo CAUSE WILL RESULT IN JUOGEMENT FOR THE CIVIL PENALTlf AND COURT COOTS ANC AN ORDER TO OORRECT/AOATE THE VIOLATION(O) OEIHG ENTERED AGAINST YOU, e and correct. 'By City Employee:~ TiUe: RI~ Marian Karr IP6 From: charlottewalker@webtv.net Sent: Tuesday, June 04, 2002 10:22 PM To: Doug-Booth roy@iowa-city.org Cc: council@iowa-city.org; Steve-Atkins@[owa-city.org Subject: Fwd: Dream Home hearing 10/23/01 Dream Ho~ hearing 10/23/01 Mr Boothroy: When did the Universal Design Home stop being part of the Affordable Dream Home program? I have attached a copy of the transcript of the 10/23/01 city council hearing that made the home possible. When was that action reversed? If it wasn't reversed, how can the Dream Home written rules be violated for this sale? I also noticed, on the hearing notice for the June llth hearing, that the price of the home is now $210,000. The Gazette recently printed that the cost is $161,000. That is not a very "affordable dream house". Did you get authrization for the extra costs? This project seems to be a reckless use of HUD money. This is not an "affordable" home for iow income people. Charlotte Walker Iowa City eSafe scanned this email for malicious content IMPORTANT: Do not open attachments from unrecognized senders Marian Karr From: charlottewalker@webtv.net Sent: Tuesday, June 04, 2002 9:34 PM To: BWResearch@webtv. net; charlottewalker@webtv, net; davedowell@webtv.net; WalkerCL32 @aohcom; Iouisadvpt@yahoo.com Subject: Dream Home hearing 10/23/01 Page 34 35 #6 Page %34 This represents only a reasonably accurate transcription of the Iowa City council meeting of October 23, 2001. ITEM NO. 6. PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND ESTIMATE OF COST OF CONSTRUCTION OF A UNIVERSAL DESIGN SINGLE FAMILY HOME UNDER THE AFFORDABLE DREAM HOME OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAM (1821 B STREET), ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLIC ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, AND FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. 6a. Public Hearing Lehman: Public hearing is open. Marilyn Belman: Good evening, I'm Marilyn Belman, 922 E. Jefferson Street. I represent the Iowa Conf... the Johnson County Coalition for Persons with Disabilities. Wait till I get my name up here. There. I'm here to ask you to approve the plan and specifications for the mobile universal home, the single family.., the home that will be built there, the City's East Side and serve as a showcase and universal.., for universal design features. Universal design means planning for the needs of the broadest range possible of uses. Providing futures, building and options and giving people choices. It is not the home same as accessibility or disability. Universal design means getting the needs of people of all ages, sizes and abilities including families with small children, people who may have difficulty stooping and bending, and people who have limited strength. It means making the home easier to use by creating stepless entrances, installing counter tops, work surfaces at varying heights, widening doors, and hallways. And designing bathrooms with turnarounds in them for wheelchairs and scooters. Because it's so important to get it right from the start the Coalition and the University of Iowa Legal Clinic have been actively involved with the city staff, trades and professions, research centers and appliance manufacturers. We have evaluated several generations of plans, posting meetings together and comment and suggestions and researched universal design techniques. To learn more we interviewed experts, scoured the market place for information on appliance and shared our findings and recommendations with Shelley McCafferty, Maggie Grosvenor, Heather Shank and Doug Boothroy. The model universal home is a prime example of how government, private citizens and business can work together. As part of the 2002 Parade of Homes, people will have the opportunity to tour the house. They can witness first hand how universal design features can be seamlessly incorporated into an attractive, affordable home. ! Architects and builders, perspective homebuyers, and renters will be able to learn how entrances, kitchens, bathrooms, and bedrooms can be made more useable on a limited budget without breaking the bank. The home should serve as a model and inspiration. Although it will be sold to a private owner after it Page 35 36 %6 Page #35 This represents only a reasonably acourate transcription of the Iowa City council meeting of October 23, 2001. is built, Jerry Nixon and his crew will memorialize the construction and project activities on a videotape. The City will track the cost and expenses of building the house. The clinic will keep track of the projects and it's plans and records until the story of this home from start to finish. It began as an Iowa City Human Right Commission panel discussion on affordable housing. It should end after it's first family moves in and lives there awhile. For their parts in the story, the Coalition would like to thank Shelley McCafferty, who continues to work hand in hand with us explaining her professional perspective and reviewing and incorporating many of our suggestions, Jenny Blair of Rosewater Plumbing as well as the owners and staff of B. Day Plumbers, Incorporated for their suggestions on easier to use planning fixtures and features, Michelle Omas, the ADA's specialist in the Public Works Department in Kansas City for donating her time to review and cormment on the plans, and especially Helen Sharts from the University of Iowa Legal Clinic. Most important the Coalition would like to thank the Council for funding this project. We ask you to vote yes to the contract bids and specifications. The money used to design and build this house was money well spent. We thank you for... We ask you to think about the universal design every time you conduct city or person business. When you review the plans to develop the downtown or pedestrian mall areas, when you renovate or expand the public library or install a policescape or when you hire employees to set up a web site or host a festival, thank you for getting it right from the start. Champion: Thank you. Lehman: Thank you, Marilyn. O'Donnell: Thank you. Champion: That was nice Marilyn. Lehman: Other public discussion at the public hearing? Public hearing is closed. 6b. Consider a resolution approving... Lehman: Do we have a motion...? Wilburn: Move adoption of the resolution. O'Donnell: Second. Vanderhoef: Second. 35 35 Page 36 37 #6 Page %36 This represents only a reasonably accurate transcription of the Iowa City council meeting of October 23, 2001. Lehman: Moved by Wilburn, seconded by O'Donnell. This really is... and Steve, I don't see our Shelley, I believe it is,... 2 Atkins: Shelley. Yes. Lehman: did really a remarkable job. Is Shelley here? Atkins: Karin is her supervisor. Lehman: Pardon? Atkins: Karin's a supervisor. Lehman: Well Karin, thumbs up. They did a great job. I can't believe the detail that has been gone through on this home. O'Donnell: There's incredible features in this house. It's got one of the neatest sinks I think you'll ever see. It goes up and down. But this house is absolutely fantastic and I wholeheartedly support it. Pfab: I think the neatest part about this house is the fact that people with disabilities and in wheelchairs can use it but also people can come visit them in wheelchairs and...( end of side 2, 01-98)... I'm just glad to see that we're moving on it. Vanderhoef: Well I'd just like to comment, this is the second demonstration house that has been authorized through our housing authority dollars, not through our general fund dollars. And we did the Eagle House first. I think it's a real important thing for a city to be a leader in providing a new design, new concepts, new ideas out there and let the public see them. And I think it's important work for Council to do. And I'm very glad that we have our HUD dollars that are being re-circulated into this kind of an activity. Wilburn: You're right, it's a good educational piece because if you... unless you know someone or have invited someone into your own home to see how inadequate, you know, your own space is. It's nice to have these (can't understand). Vanderhoef: Absolutely. Lehman: Roll call. Motion carries, 7/ 0. 36 .... Original Message ..... From: charlottewalker@webtv.net [mailto:charlottewalker@webtv.net] Sent: Tuesday, June 04, 2002 10:22 PM To: Doug-Boothroy@iowa-city.org Cc: council@iowa-city.org; Steve-Atkins@iowa-city.org Subject: Fwd: Dream Home hearing 10/23/01 Mr Boothroy: When did the Universal Design Home stop being part of the Affordable Dream Home program? I have attached a copy of the transcript of the '10/23/01 city council hearing that made the home possible. When was that action reversed? If it wasn't reversed, how can the Dream Home written ~les be violated for this sale? I also noticed, on the hearing notice for the June 11th hearing, that the price of the home is now $210,000. The Gazette recently printed that the cost is $161,000. That is not a very "affordable dream house". Did you get authrization for the extra costs? This project seems to be a reckless use of HUD money. This is not an "affordable" home for Iow income people. Charlotte Walker Iowa City *** eSafe scanned this email for malicious content *** *** IMPORTANT: Do not open attachments from unrecognized senders *** Steve Atkins IP7 From: Susan Judkins [SusanJudkins@iowaleague.org] Sent: Wednesday, May 29. 2002 5:33 PM ~ z~'}3,. - ~ To: CityVoices Subject: 5/28/02 Special Session Repod The House and Senate passed HF2625 (revision to FY02 state budget), HF2626 (revision to FY03 DOT budget) and HF2627 (revision to FY03 state budget) last night. The bills come very close to mirroring the proposal distributed by Republican leaders last week. Highlights of the FY03 budget in HF2627 include: * The Road Use Tax Fund was left intact. * Cities will be affected by an across-the-board cut of 2.2% for FY03. * Local property taxes may be affected by cuts to property tax replacement ($1,149,526 cut) franchise tax reimbursement ($179,717 cut) elderly & disabled property tax credit ($355,349 cut) ag land tax credit $798,515 cut) and homestead tax credit aid ($2,375,123 cut), but M&E replacement and municipal fire & police retirement remain at prior levels. * The Local Housing Assistance program (LHAP) is suspended ($800,000 cut.) * The Brownflelds Redevelopment program is suspended $(1 million cut.) * Libraries were hit hard, not only by the 2.2% across-the-board cut but by a deappropriation of $600,000 from the Rebuild Iowa Infrastructure Fund (RIIF) for Enrich Iowa, a 24% decrease in direct state aid that directly threatens Open Access and Access Plus because the State Library is required to first spend $1 million on direct state aid and then fund the other programs. * Airports will receive no funding for weather observation systems, the runway marking program, windsock program, aviation improvement program, aviation assistance or aviation operations ($600,000 cut.) * The Resource Enhancement And Protection (REAP) program is cut $8 million (funded at $2 million.) * The Community Attraction & Tourism (CAT) program is left intact. * The Department of Cultural Affairs experienced several cuts, including suspension of the Historical Site Preservation program ($1 million cut) and Cultural Grants program (a $298,450 cut, but funding of $300,000 was restored from the preliminary $598,450 cut.) * A "Program Elimination Commission" will be established to review services being provided by state government. Following passage of the budget, a majority of the Senate passed SR169 pledging to not raise taxes in FY04. Unfortunately, thebudget revision bills are not yet available via the legislative web site ( <http://www.legis.state.ia.us/> http://www.legis.state.ia.us) but should be shortly. The bills will likely be signed by Governor vilsack, who issued a press release saying, "The only viable option may be to let this Republican budget become law and to manage it to the best of our abilities - while still maintaining the progress that this Administration has made." You are currently subscribed to cit~voices as: Steve-Atkins@iowa-city.org To unsubscribe send a blank email to leave-cityvoices-ll8P~iowaleague.org City of Iowa City MEMORANDUM Date: June 5, 2002 To: City Council From: Dale E. Helling, Assistant City Manager Re: Cablecasting Board/Commission Meetings We have had a longstanding practice of not cablecasting City Board/Commission meetings on City Channel 4 unless initiated by that specific Board or Commission. Recently, a Council member has brought in tapes of two Planning and Zoning Commission meetings, requesting they be played back over the next several days. This presents some issues for which Council guidance is needed. The current practice is based on several considerations: 1. The question of cablecasting any Board/Commission meeting has been left to each Board/Commission to decide. We lack the resources to record and cablecast all City Board/Commission meetings. Therefore, we have only done these occasionally in response to a special request from a particular Board/Commission. We have generally been able to honor such requests, but we have not cablecast such meetings without consent of the Board/Commission. In this way, we also hope to ensure that the members of a Board/Commission are in concurrence before their meeting is cablecast. 2. Using our staff and equipment, we are able to produce a meeting recording that is consistent with acceptable technical quality for City Channel 4. Other recordings, especially those done with a single camera and without sound amplification, tend to be of lesser quality and are difficult for a viewer to follow and to hear what is said. Cable division staff have consistently tried to maintain a reasonably high standard of quality for programming cablecast on City Channel 4. 3. We schedule programming on City Channel 4 in advance, and provide this scheduling information to a variety of media sources so that viewers can see in advance when specific programs are scheduled. This information is provided at least two weeks in advance. Preempting scheduled programming often generates complaints from local viewers. This issue has prompted staff to review our current written programming guidelines and some revisions will likely be proposed, including operating policies for cable casting Board/Commission meetings and for accepting and cablecasting tapes produced by entities other than City Cable Division staff. The proposed revisions will be referred to the Iowa City Telecommunications Commission for review and recommendation. Council may wish to consider whether or not you want Board/Commission meetings or other City government related meetings to be cablecast on City Channel 4 under circumstances other than when initiated by a particular Board/Commission or other body. We also need to address the issue of whether or not scheduled programming should be preempted for this purpose. cc. Iowa City Telecommunications Commission IP9 city of iowa city PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT 220 S. Gilbert Street TO: City Manager FROM: Parks and Recreation Director DATE: June 4, 2002 RE: Skate Park It is my understanding that some questions have come up recently with regard to the temporary skate park located in Mercer Park and the new one under construction in Terrell Mill Park. 1. Lighting: Lighting is not part of the contract and is not proposed at this time. It may be something we want to look at in the future, but currently we do not have the funding for it. I have not requested an estimate from a lighting contractor or company. My guess is that it would be in the $40,000 to $60,000 range to provide sufficient light levels. 2. Fencing: Fencing is not included in the contract at this time, but we may need to consider it. While it was discussed in our planning sessions, it was decided to try it without fencing, but should it become necessary we will construct a fence and establish specific hours as to when the facility will be open. Without a fence the skate park will be open during park hours, currently 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. 3. Status of Mercer Skate Park: When this skate park was first constructed there was discussion about the possibility of it remaining at Mercer even after completion of the permanent skate park. We now feel this is not advisable, in part because the components are not holding up as well as we had hoped, but more importantly due to concerns of our Risk Manager. I have asked her to provide you with a memo summarizing her concerns. Construction of the Terrell Mill Skate Park is not progressing as quickly as we would like due largely to the very wet spring we have been experiencing. We still hope to have it open by the end of July, but certainly need better cooperation from Mother Nature for this to happen. City of Iowa City M MORANDUM TO: Steve Atkins, City Manager From: Erin Herting, Assistant Finance Director/Risk Manage Date: June 5, 2002 Subject: Mercer Skateboard Park It has come to my attention that the City has received a request to keep the Mercer Skateboard Park open after the permanent skateboard park at Terrell Mill is complete. When the Mercer Skateboard Park was constructed, it was with the understanding that this was a temporary facility. Skateboarding is a very dangerous activity and the existence of this park has increased the City's liability exposure. The State of Iowa has a tort liability in place, which includes skateboarding injuries as a claim exemption for governmental entities. Section 670.4 part 14 states that "Any claim based upon or arising out of a claim of negligent design or specification, negligent adoption of design or specification, or negligent construction or reconstruction of a public facility designed for purposes of skateboarding or in-line skating that was constructed or reconstructed in accordance with a generally recognized engineering or safety standard, criteria, or design theory in existence at the time of the construction or reconstruction." There is a concern that this exemption does not apply to the Mercer skateboard facility because City employees who are not experienced in building this type of equipment constructed all of the skate structures in the park. The City's liability has grown by constructing the Mercer skateboard facility in-house rather than using an outside company that specializes in the design of these types of facilities and carries product liability insurance for the installed skate structures. Since the Mercer Skateboard Park was constructed as a temporary facility several years ago, the current structures require constant maintenance and the condition of the components is deteriorating rapidly. At a minimum, if the City is interested in keeping this facility open, we should invest in new components designed and constructed by a company that specializes in these types of facilities, signage, and fencing to make the Mercer Skateboard Park compliant with current safety standards. Due to the dangerous nature of the activity, the current condition of the components, and the fact that the City may not have governmental immunity for claims resulting from negligent design or construction, I do not recommend keeping the currant Mercer Skateboard Park open. IPll city of iowa city PARKS AND RF CRF ATION DEPARTMENT 220 S. Gilbert Street TO: City Manager FROM: Parks and Recreation Director DATE: June 4, 2002 RE: REAP Funding ~/ I was recently informed that due to budget cuts there will be no REAP grants awarded in FY03. I confirmed this with a call to the administrator of the program at the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Because of this, the Friends of Hickory Hill have decided not to pursue a REAP grant to help purchase some of the land in the Hickory Heights Subdivision. Therefore, it will not be necessary for the City Council to consider a resolution in support of such a grant application as was previously planned. It should also be noted that this will also affect the plans of the Concerned Citizens for Sand Prairie Preservation and their efforts to acquire the sand prairie area off South Gilbert Street. The Council has already adopted a resolution in support of their REAP grant application. City of Iowa City MEMORANDUM Date: May 20, 2002 To: Mayor and City Council From: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk Re: Council Work Session, May 20, 2002, 6:30 PM in Emma J. Harvat Hall Council: Champion, Lehman, Kanner, O'Donnell, Pfab, Vanderhoef, Wilburn Staff: Atkins, Helling, Voparil, Boothroy, Grosvenor, Klingaman, Nasby Tapes: 02-47, Both Sides; 02-48, Side 1 (A complete transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office) PLANNING & ZONING ITEMS PCD Director Franklin presented information on the following items: A. Motion setting a public hearing for June 11 on an ordinance amending the Sensitive Areas Ordinance to regulate isolated wetlands. B. Motion setting a public hearing for June 11 on an ordinance changing the zoning designation from Low Density Multi-Family Residential, RM-12, to Sensitive Areas Overlay- Low Density Multi-Family Residential, SAO-RM-12, for Lot 2 of First and Rochester subdivision, Part 1, a 38,041 square-foot property located west of First Avenue, nodh of Rochester Street. (REZ02-00003) C. Ordinance to amend Section 14-6K-2 of the Zoning Ordinance, Floodplain Management, in order to remove the requirement for fill beyond the area of a structure, update various definitions and references, and to acknowledge the new Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM). (First Consideration) D. Ordinance amending the Neighborhood Commercial, CN-1, zone to broaden the uses allowed and to revise the dimensional requirements and design provisions. (Pass and Adopt) In response to Council Member Kanner, Franklin will report at the formal meeting if the current Mercy Medical Offices on First Avenue would have been allowed with the proposed zoning change. E. Ordinance amending the Zoning Code, Article O, Sign Regulations, to permit portable signs in the Central Business Service, CB-2, Central Business Support, CB-5, and Central Business, CB-10, zones. (Pass and Adopt) F. Resolution approving the final plat of Hickory Heights an 18.2-acre, 20-lot residential subdivision located west of Scott Boulevard. (SUB02-00006) Council Work Session May 20, 2002 Page 2 G. Resolution endorsing the Clear Creek Master Plan Memorandum of Understanding. Franklin stated the resolution says the Council agrees to the concept (development of 462 acres, extension of Camp Cardinal Road, and the participation financially by Southgate Development and the Cities of Iowa City and Coralville), timing and financial contributions will be brought back to Council at a later time in the form of a 28E agreement. AGENDA ITEMS 1. (Item #6 - Public hearing and resolution adopting .... amended Section 8 Administrative Plan to include home ownership) Housing Administrator Grosvenor outlined the changes. Majority of Council agreed to proceed. 2. (Item #3d(3) - Resolution of intent to convey ... 1821 B Street...) HIS Director Boothroy stated the appraisal had not come in, and the item should be deferred indefinitely. 3. (Item #17 - Resolution establishing fees for specific Police Department Services) Council Member Vanderhoef noted that her business had alarms and questioned if there was a conflict of interest for her. She will follow up with the City Atty. 4. (Items #10 and #11 - ... hearing and assessment of civil penalties for Old Market Place and Sanctuary..) City Atty. Dilkes stated the hearing had not been set at the last meeting, and the items had been changed to setting the hearings for both establishments. Council Member Wilbum indicated that Old Market Place would be closing. City Atty. Dilkes stated that the procedure would continue and a notation of failure to pay the fine noted in the file should the applicant reapply in the future. 5. (Item #15 - Resolution approving ... PIN grant funds) Neighborhood Services Planner Klingaman present for discussion. 6. (Item #3b(1) Minutes - Airport Commission ... April 16) Council Member Kanner noted the reference to the long term parking leases, and the fact that it was up to Council to decide whether to not to allow them. City Atty. Dilkes stated it was her understanding that the issue was more of levying parking fines which would have to be done by the legislative body. Staff will follow up. After discussion a majority of Council requested staff schedule a joint meeting to discuss this matter in addition to the selling of airport commercial park property and the audit results. 7. (Item #3d(4) - Resolution of intent ..purchase agreement ... United Action For Youth ... Tower Place ...) In response to Council Member Kanner, the City Manager presented a brief history of the property in question. Majority of Council agreed to proceed with the setting of a hearing for June 11. 8. (Item #3b(6) Minutes - Parks & Recreation Commission ... April 10) In response to Council Member Vanderhoef, the City Manager reviewed the suspicious fire in the equipment room at Napoleon Park, and reported that insurance had covered most of the damage. 9. (Item #24 - Resolution in support ... Sand Prairie acquisition ... (REAP) grant application) ~ Mayor Lehman noted the request for support for this project in addition to potential requests Council Work Session May 20, 2002 Page 3 from Hickory Hill Park and the City for the Water Plant site, and questioned diminishing the City's ability to be successful with all three applications. He also noted that all three projects were wonderful but one, the water Plant site, involved City finances directly. Majority of Council agreed to proceed with all three applications. Staff will follow up with Hickory Hill group for agenda items for next meeting. 10. (Item 3f(5) Correspondence - James Peterson and Cynthia Parsons ... timeline for 341 N. Riverside Drive rezoning) In response to Council Member Vanderhoef, Planning and Zoning Chair Bovbjerg and PCD Director Franklin stated the item has met some controversy and has been deferred but will be back before Planning and Zoning soon. 11. (Item #16 - Resolution on unclassified salary compensation for City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk ...) Mayor Lehman reminded Council that the evaluations were held in executive session, so discussion should be limited to the increase in salary but not extend to performance. Council Member Kanner indicated he would be offering an amendment for a percentage raise similar to absolute dollar averages for all City employees. COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS (Item 26a) SEATS Paratransit Advisory Committee - reappoint Council Member Vanderhoef DEVELOPMENT CODE UPDATE (Item IP1 of 5/16 Info Packet) PCD Director Franklin present for discussion. ENTERPRISE ZONES (IP2, IP3, IP4, IP5, IP6 of 5/16 Info Packet) Council Member Wilburn stated he had a conflict of interest and left the room. PCD Director Franklin stated that IDED had notified the City that 2000 Census figures are required for calculation involving enterprise zones. After discussion there was not a majority of Council interested in pursing enterprise zones. Council Member Wilburn returned to the meeting. CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU PRESENTATION Bureau Director Joshua Schamberger introduced Board Members Nila Haug and Jay LeaVesseur, and presented information on activities of the Bureau. AGENDA TIME/COUNCIL TIME 1. (Agenda Item #24a - Resolution approving acquisition ... First Avenue Corridor Project - Rochester Avenue to D Street) City Atty. Dilkes stated the agenda had been amended to include the resolution distributed earlier in the evening, and she neglected to note it earlier in the meeting. 2, Council Member O'Donnell reported that he and Council Member Champion had met with representatives of the County Board of Supervisors, County Atty. White, Senior Center Coordinator Kopping and Senior Center Commissioner Honohan regarding the decision by the County to cut 20 percent of the funding at the Center. Council Member O'Donnell stated it was clear to him that the County would not be interested in continuing the 25E agreement in the future. Council Member Champion agreed and that's was why Council was receiving Council Work Session May 20, 2002 Page 4 a "heads up" at this point. City Atty. Dilkes stated the item should be placed on a upcoming agenda for further discussion. 3. In response to Council Member Kanner, Asst. City Mgr. Helling stated staff was putting together information regarding possible violations of the Mediacom agreement, and working with the City's advisodconsultant to prepare information on what alternatives the City may have. Asst. City Mgr. Helling stated he anticipated a response in the next couple of weeks. 4. (IP8 of 5/9 Info Packet) Council Member Kanner thanked the City Manager for a copy of the ICAD/Chamber meeting minutes. 5. Council Member Kanner stated he had received information that the EPA was looking into the issue of mercury and gas meters installed in the 1950's by companies like MidAmerican, and a concern that the EPA was not pursuing this as aggressively in this area. He stated he would be looking into the matter further and keep Council posted. Meeting adjourned 8:36 PM. City of Iowa City MEMORANDUM DATE: June 3, 2002 TO: Mayor and City Council FROM: Marian K. Kart, City Clerk ~ RE: Agenda Items for June 19 Joint Meeting North Liberty will be hosting the next joint meeting of the City Councils of Iowa City, Coralville, and North Liberty; the Iowa City Community School Board, and the Johnson County Board of Supervisors on Wednesday, June 19. I have been asked by North Liberty to collect City agenda items and forward them for inclusion on the agenda. Please forward any agenda items to me no later than Tuesday, June 11. The meeting is scheduled to last about two hours. Because of time constraints the items will be reviewed by the Mayor prior to submission. A complete agenda will be available in your packet preceding the meeting. City of Iowa City MEMORANDUM TO: City Council FROM: Andrew Matthews, Assistant City Attorney/'~"~/ DATE: June 6, 2002 RE: Property Tax Assessment Appeals Iowa City Iowa Housing Associates L.P. v. Iowa City Board of Review Lexington Place Limited Partnership v. Iowa City Board of Review The Citizen Building L.P. v. Iowa City Board of Review Iowa City IHA Senior Housing L.P v. Iowa City Board of Review As a matter of City Council information, this memo is provided with respect to four property tax assessment appeals recently filed on Robert Burns related projects for Iow-income housing. The appeals relate to a change in the law as to the method in which property is valued and assessed when such property is rented or leased to Iow-income individuals and families as authorized by section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended and as used in Iowa Code §441.21(2). The change in the method of valuation as mandated by law requires the City Assessor to use the income method of valuation under administrative rules adopted by the Iowa Department of Revenue and Finance and will often have the general effect of reducing the assessed values of such properties. With respect to the Iowa City Iowa Housing Associates tax assessment appeal (861-1053 Cross Park Ave., "Villa Garden"), Robert Burns, as General Partner, claims that the property as assessed by the Board of Review at $1,850,000 is over-assessed and that the correct assessment should be $337,468. The Board assessed the property at $1,850,000 in keeping with a written agreement entered into by the owner and the City Council in 1992 as part of a TIF project that the property would have a minimum valuation of $1,850,000 for a period of fifteen years from the completion of the project. Apparently, Burns believes that the change in the manner in which such property is assessed by law supercedes any agreement entered into with respect to the value of the property. Such argument will be contested in court. With respect to the Lexington Place (1229 Shannon Drive) tax assessment appeal, the Board assessed the property at $330,790, and the appeal states that the correct value or assessment should be $46,676 under the new assessment requirements. With respect to the Citizen Building tax assessment appeal, the Board assessed the property at $392,680, and the appeal states that the correct value or assessment should be $27,644 under the new assessment requirements. This property was part of an urban renewal or revitalization area, which aided its development. Finally, as to the Iowa City IHA Senior Housing L.P. tax assessment appeal (1259 Shannon Drive), the Board assessed the property at $608,410, and the appeal states that the correct value or assessment should be $265,284. These are the first appeals to be brought under the new valuation requirements pertaining to assessing property that is rented or leased to Iow-income persons or families. Because they have the affect of substantially reducing tax assessments, our office will keep you advised of such appeals and their progress. Should you have any questions, do not hesitate to call. cc: Stephen Atkins, City Manager Marian Kart, City Clerk Karin Franklin, Planning & Community Development Director Steve Nasby, Community Development Coordinator Dennis Baldridge, Iowa City Assessor City of Iowa City MEMORANDUM TO: City Council FROM: Andrew Matthews, Assistant City Attorney., DATE: June 6, 2002 RE: Alcohol Ordinance Enforcement Update This memo is provided to apprise the Council of enforcement efforts undertaken by the Iowa City Police Department with respect to alcohol related matters. Sgt. Troy Kelsay is overseeing these efforts, and has taken a broader approach and focus than previously undertaken. More efforts are being taken with respect to violations relating to providing alcohol to minors and enforcing the limitation on sales provisions in the City's ordinance, as well as continued enforcement of the law relating to possession by persons under the legal age. Due to the large number of possession under legal age charges that are issued whenever the P.D. does walk-throughs at establishments and pursuant to City Council direction that greater enforcement/compliance efforts be undertaken to obtain compliance of the laws by liquor license holders and their employees, which could then be followed up on with appropriate administrative sanctions for violations of the law, the P.D. has recently implemented new compliance efforts. Underage volunteers were recently "recruited" to participate in these enforcementJcompliance efforts. These efforts resulted in numerous charges being flied against employees of various establishments for selling to minors. Employees from the following establishments have had such charges filed: Malone's, Vito's (two separate charges on different nights)), Alley Cat, Morgan's Bar & Grill (two separate charges on different nights), Union, Atlas World Grill, Fieldhouse, Mondo's Downtown, RT Grunts, Grizzly's South Side, The Press Box, and the Vine. Efforts to enforce the laws prohibiting providing alcohol to minors by patrons, as opposed to employees, are also being undertaken as permitted by time and personnel. A patron was charged at Martini's for providing alcohol to a minor. These efforts will also continue. Finally, efforts to educate license holders with respect to the limitations on sales provisions of the City ordinance are continuing. Sgt. Kelsay has spoken to most license holders or their staff as to these prohibitions and has sent establishments a letter explaining the law and the P.D.s enforcement efforts, which letter is attached to this memo. To date three charges are pending against employees for violating these provisions. With more focus and efforts to obtain compliance by liquor license holders and their employees with respect to the law against selling to minors, it is hoped that some reduction in the number of citations issued for possession by minors will occur and that employees will exercise more responsibility and judgment in properly determining the age of persons before selling alcohol to them. As staffing and resources permit, these compliance/enforcement efforts will continue. We will continue to forward such violations to the Alcoholic Beverage Division for appropriate action. Please feel free to call with any questions. cc: Eleanor Dilkes, City Attorney Stephen Atkins, City Manager Dale Helling, Assistant City Manager Marian Kart, City Clerk R.J. Winkelhake, Police Chief Sgt. Troy Kelsay March ,2002 Ladies/Gentlemen: I have stopped in at many of the establishments which have liquor control licenses and permits and discussed with members of management Iowa City's recently enacted revisions to the alcohol ordinance. There will be a continuation of enforcement of the new ordinance. Part of my responsibilities will be to coordinate future efforts relating to alcohol enforcement, and directing officers to check the establishments for compliance with City and state laws. Therefore, I wanted to send this letter clarifying some aspects of the ordinance and its enforcement, as well as emphasizing enforcement of existing laws governing alcohol sales and possession. Under the recently enacted Limitations on Sales provisions of the ordinance (§4-5-7), no one person may receive more than two drinks (alcoholic) per transaction. A patron can pay for as many drinks for as many persons as (s)he wants; however, only two drinks per person per transaction may be delivered. Although pitcher and carafe sales are specifically exempted under the new ordinance (that is, there is no limit on the number of pitchers/carafes sold per transaction), it remains the establishment's responsibility to ensure that sales of this type ultimately end up with persons of legal age. If multiple pitchers/carafes are sold, the establishment has a responsibility to monitor those containers of alcohol to prevent delivery to persons under legal age. While it has always been a responsibility of establishments to take reasonable measures to insure that persons under legal age do not consume any alcoholic beverage, wine, or beer (Iowa Code §123.49(2)(h), the City Code provision clearly sets out this requirement. Future enforcement efforts will also focus on sales to persons under legal age, similar to enforcement efforts relating to sales of tobacco products to underage persons. Underage volunteers will be used in conjunction with these law enforcement efforts to check for compliance at establishments. Additionally, enfomement of Possession of Alcohol Under Legal Age (PAULA) laws will continue. Also, it seems to me that while the minors who choose to drink are at risk, and the establishments are held accountable, the "middlemen" (patrons of legal age) who may supply underage friends with alcohol have so far operated in relative freedom. I propose to gear some enforcement toward identifying and citing those persons who legally purchase alcohol at your establishments only to provide it to persons not of legal age. Penalties for violations of these provisions can be significant, both as to criminal and civil penalties. With respect to the City ordinance provisions relating to Limitations on Sales, §4-5-7, violations are simple misdemeanors and carry a criminal penalty of up to $500 or up to 30 days imprisonment. In addition, the City, acting as local authority, may suspend any retail wine or beer permit or liquor control license for a violation of any ordinance or regulation adopted by the local authority, pursuant to Iowa Code {}123.39(2). With respect to sales to persons under legal age, a simple misdemeanor, pursuant to Iowa Code {}805.8(10) the scheduled fine for a licensee or permittee is $1,500 and the scheduled fine for a person who is employed by a licensee or permittee is $500. Additionally, a civil penalty shall be assessed pursuant to Iowa Code {}123.50(3) as follows: upon a first conviction, the violator shall be assessed a civil penalty of $500; upon a second conviction within a period of two years, the violator's license or permit shall be suspended for a period of 30 days and the violator assessed a civil penalty in the amount of $1,500; upon a third conviction within a period of three years, the violator's license or permit shall be suspended for a period of 60 days and the violator assessed a civil penalty of $1,500; upon a fourth conviction within a period of three years, the violator's license or permit shall be revoked. I feel that most of your employees do a decent job of monitoring alcohol sales. However, the recently implemented ordinance changes add some new responsibilities. If you have nay questions, comments, or if you disagree with anything I have noted, please contact me. I would prefer to resolve any confusion prior to a citation being issued. I work 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. If I do not know the answer to a question you may have, I will find it for you. Sincerely, Sgt. Troy Kelsay #93 May 29, 2002 Jon Koebrick, Dir. of Government Relations MCC Iowa DBA Mediacom 6300 Council St., N.E. Cedar Rapids, IA. 52402 Re: Notice of Non-Compliance Dear 3on; The purpose of this letter is to provide to you official notice that the City of Iowa CiW considers Mediacom to be in a state of non- compliance with the City of ~owa City's cable ~ franchise agreement, Section XHI. B., C., and F., and further, that Mediacom is also in violation of FCC Guidelines. The relevant sections and guidelines referenced above pertain to the Franchisee (Section B.) ... providing the personnel and telephone service to ensure timely, efficient, and effective service to consumers for the purpose of receiving inquiries, requests and complaints concerning all aspects of ... operation and maintenance of the system... (Section C.) Franchisee shall promptly respond to and resolve all subscriber complaints... (Section F.) FCC Standards (Title 47, Section 76.309 - referenced in Section F. of the franchise agreement) state that the Franchisee shall be in compliance with the FCC rules regarding the answering of phones within 30 seconds, averaged over every quarter period. According to the phone management data supplied to the City of Iowa City, Mediacom has not been in compliance for the first quarter of 2002, nor for the first month of the second quarter (April, 2002). Pursuant to Article XX of the franchise agreement between the City of Iowa City and Mediacom. the company has 30 days to come into compliance. Please supply the May, 2002 phone management data as soon as it is available, and in no event later than 3une 30th, 2002. Also please provide the second quarter, 2002 phone management data, as soon as it is available, and in no event later than 3uly 2002. Continuing non-compliance may subject Mediacom to liquidated damages as provided under Article XX. We appreciate your cooperation and we look forward to a timely resolution of the matter. 410 EAST WASHINGTON STREET · IOWA CITY, IOWA $2240-1826 · (319) 356-5000 ' FAX (319) 356-5009 Sincerely, Drew Cable TV Administrator cc: City Council Iowa City Telecommunications Commission Dale Helling Andy Matthews FINAL/APPROVEu MINUTES DEER TASK FORCE MEETING APRIL 30, 2002 LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM - CIVIC CENTER MEMBERS PRESENT: Pat Farrant, Harold Coif, Jan Ashman, Nancy Menning, Lezlie Hall, Pete Sidwell; Linda Dykstra MEMBERS ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Lisa Mollenhauer OTHERS: None CALL TO ORDER Mollenhauer called the meeting to order at 5:30 P.M. RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL None at this time. CHAIR Mollenhauer indicated Pat Farrant was serving as current chair. Farrant expressed interest in continuing as chair unless someone else wanted to assume the position. Members unanimously agreed to reappoint Farrant as chair. MEMBERSHIP Mollenhauer announced the resignations of Steve Hendrix (time commitments) and Paul Emerson (health issues). Nancy Manning relayed to the Task Force that she would also need to resign due to other commitments but would continue until the vacancy is filled. Due to the vacancies, Mollenhauer explained options available: 1) announce and fill the vacancies, continuing work if a quorum met; 2) announce the vacancies and wait until the positions were filled before proceeding; 3) recommend to the Council that the membership be reduced to six (requiring resolution); or 4) establish a policy position and recommend to Council that City staff implement it. Members agreed to announcing the vacancies and continuing work if a quorum could be assembled. The Task Force is to be reevaluated next year (sunset clause set for March 15, 2004) and options for any changes in the Task Force will be discussed then. Vacancies are filled by applications submitted to the Task Force and members recommending candidates to Council. Mollenhauer will prepare the application, distribute to members, and prepare a media release. Deer Task Force Meeting Minutes April 30, 2002 Page 2 REVIEW OF DATA Mollenhauer presented the DNR population counts. She explained that Tony DeNicola of White Buffalo has also recently received a copy of the numbers and will be forwarding any updated recommendations. Numbers indicate Iowa City's deer count to be an average of 21 deer per square mile in the areas where Iowa City has jurisdiction. Substantial construction/development activity will soon occur in the districts on the north and northeast parts of town (where historically deer numbers have been highest). Mollenhauer explained the difficulty expressed by White Buffalo staff in attempting to sharpshoot in the East Clear Creek District. In this district, there is legal hunting with Coralvil~e's management plan and illegal poaching occurring within Iowa City's city limits. The concern for this area is a substantial number of deer vehicle accidents along 218. Members reviewed the 2001 deer vehicle accident report. Mollenhauer pointed out the Police Department's thorough reporting system. Every mention of a deer is now recorded. Mollenhauer does identify and delete duplications. Many deer that are found along the side of the road are now being counted that hadn't been in previous years. In order to try to compare year-to-year numbers, the Task Force suggested pulling out only those where an accident report was filed. Mollenhauer will prepare that report based on accidents in 2000 and 2001. White Buffalo's Report was reviewed. Tony DeNicola mentioned the impact of acorn production on the deer herd. Dykstra confirmed that it runs in cycles, every few years. DEVELOPMENT Development issues were discussed. Goff indicated development is not the deer issue, it's removing the deer control - by annexing areas that were typically controlled by hunting. Ashman asked if it is habitat driven. Goff explained that if there are natural predators or hunting, the population remains at 5 or 10 deer per square mile (as it is throughout most of the state). But if the pressure is removed, then the population increases. Menning said that in a strange way, it seems development might actually improve deer habitat by providing young, tender plants year-round. Farrant indicated that the state has maintained higher numbers of deer to assure a hunt option, also causing conflict. Mollenhauer relayed an interesting observation brought out at a hunting forum in Dubuque. There is a fine-line when a deer population is Iow enough that hunters can effectively manage the problem and yet high-enough to provide the recreational or sport activity necessary for them to put in the required effort. POPULATION MANAGEMENT Goff mentioned that management means management. Likened it to needing to cut grass in order for it to remain at a Iow height. Menning stated that the total number of deer killed over time is less if deer are killed each year. Goff indicated it is more expensive, however. He mentioned the deer on the north side are much less friendly - still rather spooked. Sidwell mentioned funding. Mollenhauer relayed that the deer program is funded for this winter, but not the following. The funding from this year could be carried over to next Deer Task Force Meeting Minutes April 30, 2002 Page 3 year. Farrant raised a concern that many comprises were reached, all the past work has been put into place and now funding might dry up - causing the group to need to start from the beginning again. Mollenhauer said that the decision to allow funding every other year was purely financial but that budget issues need to be taken into consideration. She will mention the concern to the City Manager. Mollenhauer reminded the Task Force that if the Council should not allow funding to the point where the deer increase to more than 35 per square mile, Council would need to amend the Long-Term Plan as it calls for population management at that point. Menning believed the financial issue could put more pressure on the Task Force to recommend bow hunting. Mollenhauer mentioned that contraception may be able to be used in pockets of town. She awaits White Buffalo's response which will be based on their success in Cleveland. She indicated if contraception is feasible, recommended, and approved by Council, there would need to be substantial lead-time as the State would need to also approve it. Hall will check with other sources to see if contraception might be feasible in Iowa City. Goff also raised the concern about FDA approval - the liability involved if treated does were consumed by human beings. Hall wondered about sterilization. Mollenhauer received a response from Paul Curtis, who is performing sterilizations on deer, that Iowa City would not be appropriate due to the numbers of deer and the proximity to his operation. OTHER ISSUES Goff is curious about DNR counts in the surrounding County area because of the extra tags allowed in that zone. Mollenhauer relayed there have been no complaints to the City Manager's Office regarding deer since sharpshooting activity this winter. Not sure if complaints have stopped because the numbers are at a level where residents feel they can co-exist or if it simply is not an issue anymore. Farrant believes the work of the Task Force may be harder this year than any other. Now that the Task Force achieved what they wanted, the question remains what to do now? Hall mentioned we need to make an educated prediction of what would happen from here on and put in place devices necessary. If we don't shoot this year, the population will increase. A maintenance program needs to be put in place. Dykstra stated if we don't shoot for one year, at least we'll have a year to compare. Farrant added that the money would be there the next year. EDUCATION COMPONENT The City web site, newspapers, and City Channel 4 can be used for any educational material. The following subcommittees were established: Brochure: Harold Goff, Jan Ashman, Pat Farrant Deer Task Force Meeting Minutes April 30, 2002 Page 4 Defensive Driving Video: Pete Sidwell, Lisa Mollenhauer Contraception Investigation: Hall Members would like to work on a "friendly" no-feed campaign. If Task Force Members think of other programs, they should mention them at the next meeting. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 7:35 P.M. Minutes submitted by Lisa Mollenhauer PRELIMINARY MINUTES DEER TASK FORCE MEETING JUNE 5, 2002 LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM - CIVIC CENTER MEMBERS PRESENT: Pat Farrant, Harold Goff, Jan Ashman, Nancy Menning, Pete Sidwell, Linda Dykstra MEMBERS ABSENT: Lezlie Hall STAFF PRESENT: Lisa Mollenhauer OTHERS: Tim Thompson (IDNR) CALL TO ORDER Farrant called the meeting to order at 6:35 P.M. RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL Affirm the Iowa City Long-Term Deer Management Plan. Appoint Karime Reveiz (biologist/scientist) and Mark Sandier (hunter) for terms ending March 15, 2004. APPROVE MINUTES Minutes of April 30 were approved with minor editing changes. EDUCATION PROJECTS Mollenhauer updated members on the deer-vehicle crash video. She indicated a draft of the script had been emailed to Pete Sidwell for his review. A copy of the Michigan deer-crash video is being sent for the Task Force to review. Ashman announced the draft brochure had been distributed, and she would receive input for edits. Goff asked if the brochure would be a comprehensive piece or more of a summary. Members determined it would be best to make it comprehensive with the ability to create supplemental pamphlets. MEMBERSHIP A total of five applications were received from residents of Iowa City. Members determined Karime Reveiz (F) would be recommended for the biologist/scientist vacancy and Mark Sandier (M) would be recommended as the hunter representative. At-large applicants were Florence Boos and Roy Gentry. Some members voiced concern that Ms. Boos has, over the last several years, made her strong animal rights position very clear. If an animal welfare appointment were to be recommended, she would be a strong candidate. Mr. Gentry indicated his extensive hunting background. Some members felt he would be a viable candidate for a hunter opening. It was determined to re-advertise the at-large vacancy to enlarge the applicant pool. Applications of both Ms. Boos and Mr. Gentry will be kept active and reviewed with future applicants. Deer Task Force Meeting Minutes June 5, 2002 Page 2 AFFIRMATION OF THE LONG-TERM PLAN Each spring, the Task Force is to review and either affirm the Long-Term Plan or recommend amendments. If the Task Force affirms the Plan, it is forwarded to the City Council for a Work Session affirmation that the Long-Term Plan is still the policy desired by the Council. The Task Force will then work throughout the summer to present an annual plan to meet the goals of the Long-Term Plan. Whether or not killing of deer will be recommended for 2002-2003 will be discussed at future Task Force meetings. Members unanimously agreed the Long-Term Plan continues to represent the desired general policy of the Task Force. ORIENTATION OF NEW MEMBERS Farrant recommended some form of orientation to bring new members up to speed on the history of the Task Fome and its findings/recommendations. Mollenhauer suggested the next meeting begin at 5:30 p.m. and all current members who are able to make it, can participate in an informal review with new members. Regular meeting would begin at 6:30 p.m. LETHAL OPTIONS Thompson indicated if bow hunting were to be recommended, due to DNR procedures and the earlier hunting season (as opposed to sharpshooting which occurs later in the winter), a request should be made to the IDNR as early as July. Mollenhauer indicated that bow hunting would also require City ordinance changes (public hearing and three readings). Tony DeNicola (VVhite Buffalo) sent an email relaying his view that the population was Iow enough this year that sharpshooting would not be feasible. Mollenhauer said that if bow hunting were to be a selected method, according to DeNicola, it would severely hamper the ability of sharpshooters in future years. The policy direction for kill that the Task Force has embraced would need to be revised. Sidwell asked about funding for a kill. Mollenhauer indicated funding is available this year, but not next. If a kill were delayed to next year, the money could be carried over for use in 2003- 2004. Farrant reminded the group that one of the goals and reasons for initial aggressive killing was to have years where killing would not occur. Thompson reviewed the surrounding special hunt zones and the impact on Iowa City's deer population. Thompson also discussed with Task Force Members the concern over Chronic Wasting Disease. ANNOUNCEMENTS Jim Janssen is no longer the IDNR depredation biologist. The position is vacant. Mollenhauer announced Lt. Sial Jackson is now the Police ex-officio member of the Task Force. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 8:10 P.M. Minutes submitted by Lisa Mollenhauer BUILDING PERMIT INFORMATION May 2002 KEY FOR ABBREVIATIONS · Type oflmprovement: ADD - Addition ALT- Alteration REP - Repair FND - Foundation Only NEW- New OTH - Other type of construction Type of Use: RSF - Residential Single Family RDF - Residential Duplex RMF - Three or more residential RA C - Residential Accessory Building MIX- Mixed NON- Non-residential OTH- Other PGe: ~ City of Iowa City Date: 6/3/2002 Extraction of Building Permit Data for To: 5/1/2002 Census Bureau Report From: 5/3 1/2002 Tvoe Type Permit Number Name Address Impr Use Stories Units Valuation BLD01-00765 MERCY HOSPITAL 500 MARKET ST ADD NON 1 0 $4,900,000 13,360 SQ FT ADDITION AND RENOVATION OF HOSPITAL Total AI)I}/NON permits: I Total Valaation: $4,900,000i BLD02-00271 DOUG & HEATHER SCHRAC 1730 LAKESIDE DR ADD RAC 1 1 $4,500 POOL AND DECK ADDITION FOR SFD I Total ADD/RAC permits: 1 Total Valuation: $4,500 [I 1 BLD02-00273 CRAIG BANCROFT 906 DOVER ST ADD RDF 3 0 $17,400 SCREEN PORCH ADDITION TO RDF BLD02-00288 BETTY J CONKLIN 3302 HANOVER CT ADD RDF 1 0 $7,362 12' X 24' SCREEN PORCH AT GRADE Total ADD/RDF permits: 2 Total Valuation: $24,762 BLD02-00225 FRANTZ CONSTRUCTION C~ 1510 CHURCHILL PL ADD RMF 1 0 $23,067 BASEMENT FINISH AND PORCH ADDITION FOR RMF BLD02-00269 JIM BUXTON 946 IOWA AVE ADD RMF 3 1 $950 DECK ADDITION TotalADD/RMF permits: 2 Total Valuation: $24,017 / 1 BLD02-00193 THOMAS W MENTZ 609 S DODGE ST ADD RSF 2 2 $55,000 2 STORY ADDITION TO SFD BLD02-00236 TERRY HORA 609 NORMANDY DR ADD RSF 3 12 $53,000 KITCHEN AND 3 SEASON PORCH ADDITION FOR SFD BLD02-00172 ELLEN HAYWOOD & PAUL ] 1178 COURT ST ADD RSF 1 1 $50,000 ADDITION TO SFD BLD02-00260 PAT RINGHAM & BRUCE T3 35 N WESTMINSTER ST ADD RSF 1 1 $40,000 ADDITION TO SFD BLD02-00278 MARY WEIDEMAN 609 KIMBALL RD ADD RSF 2 0 $40,000 ADDITION TO SFD BLD02-00250 KAY BROWN 2 GILMORE CT ADD RSF 1 1 $25,000 ADDITION TO SFD BLD02-00240 BOB & KATE ELLETT 1611 PRAIRIE DU CHIEN R ADD RSF 1 1 $20,000 3 SEASON PORCH AND DECK ADDITION FOR SFD BLD02-00228 RAY & RUTH HEFFNER 523 TEMPLIN RD ADD RSF 0 0 $7,000 SCREEN PORCH ADDITION TO SFD BLD02-00140 JAMAKE G DUDLEY 1206 KEOKUK ST ADD RSF 2 1 $5,000 COVERED PORCH ADDITION TO SFD BLD02-00233 STEVE SELZER 2909 BROOKSIDE DR ADD RSF 3 12 $4,000 DECK ADDITION TO SFD BLD02-00294 WILLIAM K & ELLEN K MIN 309 SHRADER RD ADD RSF 1 0 $4,000 14' X 16' UNCOVERED WOOD DECK Page: 3 City of Iowa City Date: 6/3/2002 Extraction of Building Permit Data for To: 5/1/2002 From: 5/31/2002 Census Bureau Report Type Type Permit Number Name Address lmpr Use Stories Units Valuation BLD02-00289 BLAKE, LISA M 1036 PEPPER DR ADD RSF 1 0 $3,100 14' X 16' WOOD DECK BLD02-00267 CHRIS DAVIS 2866 STERLING DR ADD RSF 2 1 $2,043 SCREEN PORCH ADDITION TO SFD BLD02-00259 JILL & JACOB ALEXANDER 1121 KEOKUK ST ADD RSF 1 1 $2,000 DECK ADDITION TO SFD BLD02-00279 JOHN & IRENE YOUNG 2643 HILLSIDE DR ADD RSF 2 2 $2,000 DECK ADDITION TO SFD BLD02-00284 JEFFREY SCOTT & MEGAN l 1721 LAKESIDE DR ADD RSF 1 0 $2,000 14' X 16' WOOD DECK 12" ABOVE GRADE BLD02-0(t268 KIMBERLY & SCOTT JEFFEt 2842 STERLING DR ADD RSF 2 1 $1,600 DECK ADDITION TO SFD BLD02-00304 CHARLES GALAVIZ 538 KIMBALL RD ADD RSF 1 0 $1,500 8 x 12 DI~CK ADDITION TO SFD I Total ADD/RSF permits: 18 Total Valuation: $317,243 ~ BLD02-00244 DOLLAR TREE STORES 1646 1/2 SYCAMORE ST ALT NON 1 1 $130,000 TENAN l' FINISH OF MALL SPACE FOR RETAIL STORE BLD02-00242 TIM DWIGHT 710 S DUBUQUE ST ALT NON 1 1 $100,000 INTERi©R ALTER2X_TION OF EXERCISE FACILITY BLD01-00782 MERCY HOSPITAL 500 MARKET ST ALT NON 6 0 $51,600 REMODI~L GIFT SEIOP OF HOSPITAL BLD01-00806 MERCY HOSPITAL 500 MARKET ST ALT NON 6 0 $41,000 ALTE[L, VFION OF WAITING AREA INTO PASTORAL CARE OFFICES BLD02-00131 MERCY HOSPITAL 500 MARKET ST ALT NON 6 0 $31,000 REMODEL PORTION OF INFORMATION SERVICES OFFICES IN HOSPITAL BLD02-00220 TOBACCO OUTLET PLUS 805 S 1ST AVE ALT NON I 1 $30,000 CI IANGI~ OF USE FROM LAUNDROMAT TO TOBACCO STORE BLD02-00034 MERCY HOSPITAL 500 MARKET ST ALT NON 6 0 $27,060 INTERIOR ALTERATION OF HOSPITAL RADIOLOGY UNIT BLD02-00222 ItAWKEYE-BAY STATES L I 209 WASHINGTON ST ALT NON 3 12 $8,500 INTERIOR ALTERATION OF OFFICE TENANT SPACE BLD02-00243 BYWATER PROPERTIES 2415 HEINZ RD ALT NON 1 1 $4,650 INTERIOR ALTERATION OF WAREHOUSE/OFFICE BLD02-00022 FRED RIDDLE 108 MARKET ST ALT NON 3 0 $2,500 R EMODIi L EXISTING BATH TO MEET HANDICAP ACCESSIBILITY BLD02-00292 CiTY OF IOWA CITY 220 CAPITOL ST ALT NON 1 0 $2,500 REPLACE DOOR HARDWARE ON STAIR TOWERS WITH NON-LATCHING BLD02-00293 CITY OF IOWA CITY 220 S DUBUQUE ST ALT NON 1 0 $2,500 I~ I~PI.AC E DOOR HARDWARE ON STAIR TOWERS WITH NON-LATCHING [ Total ALT/NON permits: 12 Total Valuation: $431,3101 BLD024)0208 FRANTZ CONSTRUCTION C~ 2628 CATSKILL ALT RDF 1 0 $8,964 BASI~MI NT FINISH OF ONE UNIT RDF Pav : 4 City of Iowa City Da c: 6/3/2002 Extraction of Building Permit Dam for To: 5/I/2002 Census Bureau xx From: 5/31/2002 T._.Yg~ Type PemSt Numl~cr Name Address lrnpr Use Stories Units Valuation I Total ALT/RDF permi~: I Total Valuation: $8,964 BI.D02-00196 CHRISTIAN RETIILEMENT S] 701 OAKNOLLDR ALT RMF I 0 $28,000 REMODI';L UNIT 209 IN RMF BLD02-00128 THE CITIZEN BUILDING LIN 319 WASHINGTON ST ALT RMF 1 0 $I0,000 FINISH STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT BLD02-00291 MICHAEL T & KELLEY A M( 228 -30 RONALDS ST ALT RMF 1 0 $2,000 VINYL SIDING BLD02-00052 KADING, SCOTT WAYNE 13 S LiNN ST ALT RMF 3 0 $200 MOVE DOOR TO ACCESS CORRIDOR m Total ALT/RMF permits: 4 Total Valuation: $40,200 BLD02-00235 DAVID KUSNER 2301 PRINCETON RD ALT RSF 1 0 $20,000 BASEMENT FINISII OF SFD BLI)02-00246 SQUIRES, KAREN D 1805 BRISTOL DR ALT RSF 3 12 $17,000 13 x. SEMENT FINISIt OF SFD BLD02-00282 FRANTZ CONSTRUCTION CI 1662 TOFT1NG AVE ALT RSF 1 0 $9,663 ]:INiSii BASEMENT BLD02-00262 PAT FINN 502 N 1 ST AVE ALT RSF 1 1 $9,000 ('ONVERT SCREEN PORCH TO 3 SEASON PORCH BI.D02 00287 JENNIE ROSE SCHUPFER 1714 FLATIRON AVE ALT RSF 1 0 $8,474 1 l' X 14' PATIO ROOM BI.I)02 00227 GREG HUANG & WENDY ST 4739 CANTERBURY CT ALT RSF 1 0 $7,500 BASEMENT FINISH OF SFD BII)02-00286 DENNIS & CAROL PRESLICI~ 925 BARRINGTON RD ALT RSF 1 0 $4,864 ('ONSTRUCT 10' X 16' PATIO ROOM OVER EXISTING DECK BI.D02 00198 NORM CATE 2 GLENDALE CT ALT RSF 1 1 $3,000 EINISH BASEMENT BEDROOM FOR SFD BI l)02-00283 TIM LEHMAN 421 FAIRCHILD ST ALT RSF 1 0 $1,800 P, I!MOVE ENCLOSED PORCH AND REPLACE WITH UNCOVERED WOOD DECK BI.I )02-00261 JOEL & SUSAN HOROWlTZ 1129 KIRKWOOD AVE ALT RSF 1 1 $1,000 l>OP, C'I I RAILING Bi 1)02-00266 tlANK ARLING 928 WALNUT ST ALT RSF 1 0 $750 I~I!PLACI~ 7' WINDOW WITH 6' SLIDING DOOR BLD02-00221 GEORGE BERG 1406 YEWELL ST ALT RSF 1 0 $300 ALTER ROOF OF SFD / Total ALT/RSF permits: 12 Total Valuation: *83,351 I BI.I )02-00290 ALPLA 2258 HEINZ RD FND NON 1 0 $200,000 FOUNDA'I ION FOR MANUFACTURING BUILDING L Total FND/NON permits: 1 Total Valuation: $200,000 Parc: > City of Iowa City Dale: 6/3/2002 Extraction of Building Permit Data for To: 5/1/20(/2 remus Bureau i. poll°e-^-* From: 5/31/2002 Type Type Permit Number Name Addres~i Impr ~ Stories Units Valuation BLD02-00270 ELKS LODGE 600 FOSTER RD NEW NON 1 I $2,650 C ONCESSION STAND FORPOOL A=A BI.D02-00247 PAUL PELOSO & MARIE LIS 48 GALWAY CIR NEW OTH 1 1 $20,665 INGROUND SWIMMING POOL FOR SFD BLD02-00275 JOE BOLKCOM 728 2ND AVE NEW OTH 2 0 $500 FENCE IN REAR YARD Total NEW/OTH permits: 2 Total Valuation: $21,165 BLD02 00234 A M MANAGEMENT 2621 HEINZ RD NEW RAC 3 12 $100,000 DETACH ED GARAGES FOR APARTMENT COMPLEX ()NE ] IOtrR CONSTRUCTION DUE TO LOCATION ON PROPERTY BLD02-00253 S & M EAST 1570 S 1ST AVE NEW RAC 1 1 $53,538 2 SEVEN STALL GAP~\GES FOR MIXED USE BUILDING-APARTMENTS AND COMMERCIAL BLD02-00280 MIKE LENSING 411 FAIRCHILD ST NEW RAC 2 2 $22,000 DETACHED GARAGE FOR SFD BLD02-00237 TERRY HORA 609 NORMANDY DR NEW RAC 1 12 $14,990 DETACiIED GARAGE ADDITION FOR SFD BLD02-002S5 MARY JEAN ROCKAFELLO¥ 921 WALNUT ST NEW RAC 1 0 $4,500 22' X 24' DETACHED GARAGE BI.D02-00231 STEVEN L RATH 1667 TOFTING AVE NEW RAC 1 0 $1,000 DETACItED SHED FOR SFD Total NEW/RAC permits :6 Total Valuation: $196,o28 BLD02 00276 SVEN T LARSON 2621 -23 CATSKILL CT NEW RDF 2 2 $180,000 EI)E \VITIi ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGES Total NEW/RDF permits: 1 Total Valuation: $180,000 BLD02-00103 SYCAMORE APARTMENTS 2049 KOUNTRY LANE NEW RMF 3 12 $786,043 12 PLEX APARTMENT BUILDING BI.D02-00183 SYCAMORE APARTMENTS 2137 KOUNTRY LANE NEW RMF 3 12 $786,043 12 PLEX APARTMENT BUILDING BLD024)()212 AM MANAGEMENT 2725 HEINZ RD NEW RMF 2 10 $594,000 10 l LEX Al ARTMENT BUILDING BLD02-00213 AM MANAGEMENT 2749 HEINZ RD NEW RMF 2 10 $594,000 10 PI IYX APARTMENT BUILDING BLD01-00S01 WESTCOTT PARTNERS 1059 W BENTON ST NEW RMF 3 12 $546,000 12 UNIT I~MF BLD02-00218 ARLINGTON DEVELOPMEN' 215 CAMDEN NEW RMF 2 4 $445,791 4 PLEX WITH ATTACI1ED 2 CAR GARAGES [..-I Total NEW/RMF permits: 6 Total Valuation: $3,751,877 Page: 6 City of Iowa City Dalc: 6/3/2002 Extraction of Building Permit Data for To: 5'1/20(12 Census Bureau ~,. pmL~>e From: 5/31/2002 Type Type Permit Number Name Address Impr Use Stories Units Valuation BLD02-00245 RON SCHINTLER INC 1347 PHEASANT VALLEY NEW RSF 1 1 $252,000 SFD WIT1 [ ATTACI IED 2 CAR GARAGE BED02 00257 FRANTZ CONSTRUCTION CI 1246 PRAIRIE GRASS LN NEW RSF I 1 $206,496 SFD \V[[il ATTACHED 3 CAR GARAGE BLD02-0)238 WALDEN WOODS ASSOCIAr 10 ANDREA CT NEW RSF 2 1 $165,000 SFD Xl, Tl'l I ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE BLD02-00239 WALDEN WOODS ASSOCIA~ 32 ANDREA CT NEW RSF 2 I $165,000 SFD WiTH ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE BLD02-00226 IiUNG DANG & DEIP NGUYI 1664 WETHERBY DR NEW RSF 1 1 $162,893 SFD WITIt ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE BLD02 00251 WALDEN WOOD ASSOCIAT 60 ANDREA CT NEW RSF 2 I $155,000 SFD WITIt ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE BLD02 00263 DAVID & NANCY BRISSEY 2916 COURT ST NEW RSF 1 1 $150,000 SFD \','lTl! ATTACIIED 2 CAR GARAGE BLD02-00265 GALWAY 3 LC 743 TIPPERARY RD NEW RSF 1 1 $150,000 SFD WIT[ [ ATTACHED 2 CAR GARAGE BLD02 00241 IOWA VALLEY HABITATFC 2432 WHISPERING MEAD( NEW RSF 1 1 $70,000 SFD I Total NEW/RSF permits: 9 Total Valuation: $1,476,389 BLD02-00249 IOWA CiTY SCHOOLS 600 KOSER AVE REP NON 1 1 $140,110 RERO )F SCItOOL \VIT[I EPDM BLD02-( 0216 IO\VA CITY SCHOOL DIST 830 SOUTHLAWN DR REP NON 2 0 $140,000 REMf)DEL OF GRADE SCHOOL EXTERIOR BLD02 00224 CiTY OF IOWA CITY 2501 S GILBERT ST REP NON 1 1 $10,000 I:I P.E REPAIR OF CONCESSION STAND L Total REP/NON permits: 3 Total Valuation: $290,110 BLD02 (101 19 IIARVESTMANAGEMENTR 3131 DUBUQUERD REP RAC 1 0 $750 P. ES~, :TORT GABLE END OF BARN I Total REP/RAC permits: I Total Valuation: $750 BLD024)0156 JiM BUXTON 218 N LUCAS ST REP RDF 2 1 $1,600 PORCIt REPAIR OF RDF BLD(L /~. 3 LUCILLE & CLARISSA L Mil 1911 -13 G ST REP RDF 1 0 $1,000 REMOVE CONCRETE STEPS AND INSTALL LANDING AND STEPS Total REP/RDF permits: 2 Total Valuation: $2,600 BLD0" ~0264 CEDARWOOD APARTMENT: 2000 -2110 BROADWAY S7 REP RMF 1 0 $20,000 REP,', :R OF ACCIDENT DAMAGE BLD02 00236 SOUTHGATE DEVELOPMEN 1906 BROADWAY ST REP RMF 1 0 $16,700 P. IESID1NG OF RMF Page: :l City of Iowa City Date: ~,3/2002 Extraction of Building Permit Data for To: 5'1/2002 Census Bureau x~p,L~' e-o** From: 5/31/2002 Type Tvoe Permit Nt~mbcr Name Address lmvr Use SLories Units Valuation Total REP/RMF permits: 2 Total Valuation: $36,700 i BLD02-00295 VOSS, JAMES E 3028 COURT ST REP RSF 1 0 $6,900 REPI \CIiMENT WINDOWS BLD02-o0230 EAP, L ROGERS 1340 DAVENPORT ST REP RSF 0 0 $2,000 REPLACE DECK FOR SFD L Total REP/RSF pemits: 2 Total Valuation: $8,900 I I GRAND TOTALS: PERMITS: 89 VALUATION: $12,001,5161 Date: 3-Jun-02 To: City Manager and City Council From: Dianr~a Furmah Subj: Utility Discount Program Statistics - Fiscal Year' 99 Total, FY' 00, FY 01 and FY 02 Water Sewer Total Refuse Water Accounts Recyling Sewer on Discount Discount Discount Water Tax Sewer Refuse Recycling Total Month s s Program Discount Discount Discount Discount Discount Discounts Totals 1522 795 2317 8,019.87 402.18 8,042.58 9,702.28 3,105.90 29,272.81 Iota s 1688 997 2685 10,473.84 527.10 10,052.19 9,969.54 3,388.35 34,41t.02 Totas 1679 975 2473 11,828.26 592.79 10,815.10 10,408.83 3,554.25 37,199.23 FY 02 Jul 116 84 200 835.52 41.99 760.56 658.05 224.70 2520.82 Aug 127 94 221 896.00 44.90 857.69 701.10 239.40 2739.09 Sept 128 93 221 1023.68 51.25 980.49 808.71 276.15 3140.28 Oct 136 107 243 1043.84 52.35 999.90 827.17 282.45 3205.71 Nov 136 113 249 1106.56 55.47 1060.23 836.38 285.60 3344.24 Dec 142 117 259 1151.36 57.77 1103.34 867.14 296.10 3475.71 Jan 147 122 269 1164.80 58.20 1116.29 879.45 300.30 3519.04 Feb 146 124 270 1216.32 61.09 1165.83 913.26 311.85 3668.35 Mar 148 122 270 1184.96 59.39 1135.68 879.45 300.30 3559.78 Apr 153 118 271 1205.12 60.32 1155.07 925.57 316.05 3662.13 May 154 126 280 1207.36 60.37 1157.23 943.72 322.55 3691.23 Jun 0 0.00 FY02 ] Iotas 1533 1220 2953 12,035.52 603.10 11,492.31 9,240.00 3,155.45 36,526.38 cc: Kevin O'Malley ~ ~1~ .~ Iori/utility/utdisc01 .xls From: Doug Boothroy Sent: Friday, June 07, 2002 9:40 AM To: Steve Atkins Subject: FW: Dream Home hearing 10/23/01 ..... original Message From: Doug Boothroy Sent: Wednesday, June 05, 2002 10:54 AM To: 'charlottewalker@webtv.net' Subject: RE: Dream Home hearing 10/23/01 The three Iow income individuals who wish to purchase this house meet all eligibility and selection criteria of the Affordable Dream Home Ownership Program. As with other homes sold, we condition the sale with the City's right to review future sales to maintain the homes affordability. The Extend The Dream Foundation has offered to assist these individuals in purchasing the home. The possible involvement of an intermediary(Extend The Dream Foundation) to carry out the goal of home ownership is a financing means to provide the home ownership oppodunity to these three Iow income individuals. Unfortunately, It appears we disagree on this point. Regarding the 210,000 price, The city is required to sell the home for its appraised value and not its cost to construct. Again, this a local program and not a HUD program. ..... Original Message ..... From: charlottewalker@webtv.net [mailto:charlottewalker@webtv.net] Sent: Tuesday, June 04, 2002 10:22 PM To: Doug-Boothroy@iowa-city. org Cc: council@iowa-city.org; Steve-Atkins@iowa-city.org Subject: Fwd: Dream Home hearing 10/23/01 Mr 13oothroy: When did the Universal Design Home stop being part of the Affordable Dream Home program? I have attached a copy of the transcript of the 10/23/01 city council hearing that made the home possible. When was that action reversed? If it wasn't reversed, how can the Dream Home written rules be violated for this sale? I also noticed, on the hearing notice for the June 11th hearing, that the price of the home is now $210,000. The Gazette recently printed that the cost is $161,000. That is not a very "affordable dream house". Did you get authrization for the extra costs? This project seems to be a reckless use of HUD money. This is not an "affordable" home for Iow income people. Charlotte Walker Iowa City *** eSafe scanned this email for malicious content *** *** IMPORTANT: Do not open attachments from unrecognized senders *** U.S. Department of Housing and ,,ban Development Nebraska State Office Executive Tower Centre 10909 Mill Valley Road Omaha, Nebraska 6815~3955 April 30, 2002 Mr. Steven Kanner City Councilmember 6 30 S. Governor, #1 Iowa CiD-, IA 52240 RE: Parcel 64-1A Dear Mr. Kanner: Your letter of April 18, 2002, described Iowa City's negotiations to sell their last urban renewal parcel (64-1A). You stated that it is your understanding that the City is required to sell 64-lA for fair market value and use the proceeds for CDBG funding. Specifically, you requested the federal requirements for establishing "fair market value?" According to a May 18, 1984 memorandum, from Stephen J. Bollinger, Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), "Section 126(b)(2) and Section 126(b)(3) of the Housing and Urban Rural Recovery Act of 1983 repealed the use restrictions for the Neighborhood Facilities Program authorized by Title VII of the Housing and Urban Development Action of 1965 and the Open Space Program authorized by Title VII of the Housing Act of 1961, respectively." Consequently, Iowa City may convert this land to any purpose it deems appropriate to its needs. The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program does not define market value, HUD uses the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) definition of market value, which is "the most probable price which a property should bring in a competitive and open market under all conditions requisite to a fair sale, the buyer and seller each acting prudently and knowledgeably, and assuming the price is not affected by undue sfimulus." USPAP is the g~era!ly accepted and reco~ized standard of appraisal practice in the United States and is used by state and federal regulatory agencies. Forming an opinion of market value is the purpose of many real property appraisal assignments, particularly when the client's intended use includes more than one intended user. The conditions included in market value definitions establish market perspectives for development of the opinion. These conditions may vary from definition to definition but generally fall into three categories: 1. the relationship, knowledge, and motivation of the parties (i.e., seller and buyer); 2, the terms of sale (cig., cash, cash equivalent, or other terms); and the conditions of sale (e.g., exposure in a competitive market for a reasonable time prior to sale). If the City hired a state-certified appraiser, that appraisal should be conducted according to-~ USPAP standards that are under the jurisdiction of the Iowa Real Estate Appraiser Board. Because this is a complex issue, you may want to consider a review of the current appraisal or a second appraisal. ~ For further information regarding appraisal standards and practices in Iowa, we recommend that you contact the Iowa Real Estate Appraiser Board, 1918 S.E. Hulszier Avenue, Ankeny, IA 50021, 515- 281-7468 (phone); and 515-281-7411 (fax). Sincerely, ~ Gregory A. Bevirt [Director v Community Planning and Development Division Karin Franklin March 29, 2002 Page 3 Since this appraisal reflects prospective value conclusions concerning the future cost, income and expenses of a proposed project, the analyst cannot be held responsible for changes in the design or scope of the proposed project or unforeseeable events in the market that alter the conditions relative to the effective date of completion and stabilization. We assume the project will not significantly deviate from the proposal presented; otherwise, it invalidates the conclusions of the report. Conclusion After carefully analyzing the data and other pertinent factors, it is my opinion that the proposed project presented and the restrictions imposed upon the city would render this project not financially feasible. Consequently, the indicated residual land value of the reuse parcel subject would result in a negative value. Iherefore, in this case, no value is assigned to the subject reuse parcel. This is a summary appraisal report, which is intended to comply with the reporting requirements set forth under Standard's Rule 2-2(o) of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice for a summary use appraisal report. As such, it presents a summary of the data, reasoning, and analyses that are used in the appraisal process to develop my opinion of value. Supporting documentation concerning the data, reasoning, and analyses is retained in my file. The depth of discussion contained in this report is specific to the needs of the client and for the intended uses stated above. I am not responsible for unauthorized use of this report. Furthermore, in accordance with prior agreement between the client and our office, this report is the result of a limited appraisal process in that certain allowable departures fi.om specific guidelines of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice are invoked. The intended user of this report is warned that the reliability of the value conclusion provided may be impacted to the degree there is departure fi.om specific guidelines of USPAP. In this case, a complete Sales Comparison Approach, traditional Land Valuation and Highest and Best Use analysis were not fully developed. This appraisal report is subject to the attached Assumptions and Limiting Conditions, including the Hazardous Material disclaimer. Senior High Alternative Center Program Expansion and Facility Needs January 16, 2002 Compiled by Jim Behle, Associate Superintendent and Joan Vanden Berg, Youth and Family Development Coordinator SENIOR HIGH ALTERNATIVE CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Mary Vasey, community member and alternative education teacher Stephanie Phillips, Principal, Senior High Alternative Center Came Watson, teacher, Senior High Alternative Center Hani Elkadi, teacher, Senior High Alternative Center Amy Baum, teacher, Senior High Alternative Center Ben Mosher, teacher, Senior High Alternative Center Carol Brown, parent Tern Finley, parent Jane Fry, Associate Principal, West High Amy Kanellis, Guidance Counselor, City I-][igh Sheryl Mc Cormick, West High Juvenile Court Liaison Mark Jensen, counselor, United Action for Youth/SHAC Ginny Naso, Associate Director, United Action for Youth Lacey Kopp, student Ian Lee, student Bill Dutton, Director of Instruction Steve Ratzlaff, Associate Principal, South East Junior High Pat Highland, Career Education Coordinator Carol Thompson, Johnson County Board of Supervisors Robert Marsh, President, Knutson Construction and Chair, Youth Advisory Council of the Region Ten Workforce Investment Board Joan Vanden Berg, Youth and Family Development Coordinator Jim Behle, Associate Superintendent 2 MISSION AND BELIEF STATEMENTS Mission Statement The Senior High Alternative Center provides an alternative education program for students based upon the unique needs of students who require individualized plans, a modified schedule, small student- teacher ratio, instructional strategies that focus on multiple learning styles, and an individual learning pace. Belief Statements The Senior High Alternative Center: 1. Fosters the resiliency in its students to progress toward meeting the requirements for an Iowa City Community Schools high school diploma by remaining at the alternative center or by returning to the student's high school. 2. Bases its curriculum upon the district's standards and benchmarks. 3. Includes instructional strategies that incorporate relevance of what is learned, hands-on instruction, small group and individual learning, exploratory opportunities and interdisciplinary units. 4. Allows for flexible scheduling, structure, cooperative teaching and team planning. 5. Supports a curriculum of career exploration and development to prepare students to transition to post secondary school and/or work. 6. Fosters wellness, trusting relationships, belonging and conflict resolution through guidance and support services. 7. Is staffed by educators who enjoy teaching adolescents, utilize the best practices in alternative education and participate in continuing education related to alternative education. STUDENT CHARACTERISTICS Listed below are student characteristics for school personnel to use as a tool in the admissions process to guide decisions for student enrollment. Characteristics of students who have not connected well to the traditional school setting, and a transfer to SHAC should be considered, include: 1. student requests a transfer 2. student has sporadic attendance (i.e. student has been dropped from class due to attendance) 3. student does not see relevancy of the course work 3. student is not involved in school sponsored activities which foster a positive relationship with school 4. student needs an altered schedule which cannot be accommodated by the school (i.e. teen parents, student who are supporting themselves financially) 5. student has experienced a disruptive life event which interferes with his/her progress towards graduation (i.e. death in the family, sexual assault) 6. school cannot provide extensive individualized support to address non-academic needs of the student (i.e. social skills, healthy life style choices, problem-solving) 7. student needs additional opportunities to develop positive relationships with adults, allowing students to better accept authority and structure 8. student is not on track for graduation (i.e. less than 1.0 GPA, has earned less than 2/3 of the credits needed to graduate in 4 years) 9. student and school have assessed and evaluated on-site options at the high schools and have determined SHAC to be the best fit 10. student is more comfortable in a small school environment and would benefit from a small student to teacher ratio Students who should NOT be considered for a transfer include: 1. student has significant behavior problems (i.e. has demonstrated dangerous or threatening behavior and is being considered for placement solely because of behavior concerns) 2. student whose IEP team has determined that SHAC is not a proper placement 3. special education students who are in need of interim education setting because of the following: · carrying a weapon to school or school function · knowingly possessing or using illegal drags · selling or solicitation of a controlled substance KEY COMPONENTS FOR AN ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL There are many different "ideal" schools that respond to the particular needs and interests of different students. The committee continues to discuss who can best be served in an alternative setting. Common support for serving those students who are at high risk of not succeeding in the conventional high school because of lack of a sense of belonging, low academic skills, basic family, personal and employment needs, alternative learning styles and/or social and emotional needs has been identified. This discussion will continue as the committee addresses a continuum of supports and services needed from the traditional high school to an alternative setting. A blend of research on best practices and local experiences provide a valid formula to create a successful alternative school. The following are key components necessary for a successful alternative school: I. An alternative program is offered as a choice to students--Participation is not mandatory, nor are assignments based upon disciplinary action. The benefits of attending an alternative school are reviewed by the student, parents/guardians, teachers and principals in order to determine if the programs, supports and services are appropriate for a student to be successful. 2. The alternative school provides multiple options in which a student can participate it, order to graduate and transition to work or post-secondary education--Included would be core courses, learning center for remedial and catch up, school-to-work options, practical living classes, individualized instruction, GED preparation and others. 3. Caring and demanding teachers---Teachers choose to participate and are trained to address the needs of students in alternative settings. Advisor-advisee programs are implemented with a trained staff. A close connection with other alternative centers will be maintained through visits and other forms of networking. 4. Small school size and low teacher student ratios--Small school and class size allows for highly personalized classrooms, supports connectedness necessary for students to achieve and allows for teachers to address the multiple social / emotional/behavioral ! academic needs of students. It supports the importance of relationships between students and teachers and the focus on individual needs. 5. Curriculum based upon district standards and benchmarks--The goal must be to provide a rigorous curriculum and high expectations for students in order for them to succeed in work or post- secondary education. This allows for the staff to measure student growth against standards and for the school to maintain credibility. It supports basic skill preparation. 6. Creative, diverse and flexible instructional approaches--The program needs to be strengths-based. Individual and group projects, learning contracts, direct instruction, tutoring, team teaching, thematic units, hands-on learning, real-world experiences and technology are all instructional options. 7. School with att identity--A positive and credible identity develops an atmosphere of school ownership by students, staff and the community. It allows for autonomy that supports creative and flexible instruction within the confines of the district's standards and benchmarks for achievement. It allows for involvement with the community, students and parents. Possibilities exist to focus around thematic, curricular or career emphases such as writing, arts, careers, technology or student enterprises. 8. Adtninistrative Autonomy---The program will conduct its own scheduling, maintain its own attendance, grading and enrollment records. A site license for SASI will enable staff to fulfill these administrative responsibilities efficiently and in a manner consistent with the other secondary schools. 9. Collaboration between all three high schools--- Regular communication between the schools will be critical to the success of individual students, starting with a clear protocol for referring students to the program. Similarly, all three schools will be involved in joint planning efforts to allow for collaboration on broader programmatic issues. I0. Creative use of time--Time is set aside for team planning, staff-student mentoring and student outreach. It allows for flexible scheduling of students to accommodate their unique needs including accelerated learning and catch up. Creative use of time accommodates for work, child care, transportation, and sleeping schedules. 11. Variety of supports and services--Supports and services must address the needs of teen parents, mental health needs, transportation, health services, substance abuse, low academic skills and student behaviors. They would promote healthful living, provide supports for concerns that interfere with learning and support special education students. 12. Assessment--Assessment of student growth through standardized assessments, portfolios and graduation projects are necessary to monitor student learning and maintain the credibility of student achievement in the school. 13. School-to-work experiences--A focused program of career exploration and career development is incorporated to support a relevant curriculum, motivation and support transition to work. 14. Community Partners---Partnerships will be developed with Kirkwood Community College, local businesses, employment training programs and other educational institutions to provide students with the opportunity to gain specific job skills. ALTERNATIVE CENTER FACILITY NEEDS Based upon the key components of an effective alternative center, the advisory committee developed a list of what an ideal facility would include. Listed below are the needs identified along with approximate square footage. The square footage listed was generated through the committee's brainstorming, no comprehensive study was completed to determine the precise space needed. Facility Need Estimated Sq. Footage Library combined with success center, a computer lab for self-guided instruction, 4,000 and a special education area Gym ! multipurpose room, including showers. 6,500 Area would serve as a lunch room. performance area. large group meeting area and could be smaller if it did not include a full size gym, which may not be necessary if used only for an alternative school.) Daycare for 15 children ( 40 sq. ft per child) 600 Health office and family center (mental health and substance abuse counseling, 1,400 other services), administrative area (conference room, staff work area, offices) 8 Classrooms (including Science lab) (7 rooms x 500 sq. ft + 1 room 800 sq. ft.) 5,000 Kitchen / Family and Consumer Science Area, with Washer and Dryer 900 (for homeless students or those who do not otherwise have access to them) Visual Arts and TV video lab 672 Storage for students and staff 925 Restrooms 900 Halls, mechanical, etc...(15% of total square footage) 1,045 Total 21,942 Robert Marsh, Committee Member, used the above list to sketch a building concept. (See attached draft.) Other Requirements · Handicap accessibility · Fenced in outdoor play area (75 sq. ft] / child = 1,125 sq. ft.) · Parking Collaboration The committee envisions numerous community collaborations which would have implications for the facility. Some programs would not require space on-site (i.e. a community-based work experience program, Englert theater, recreation center, public library, Kirkwood Community College.) Being in close proximity to key community resources would make the sharing of facilities more feasible. The district may also want to consider partnering with other groups in the development of a facility. An excellent example, is how the district and the City of Coralville cooperated to have a full-sized gym at Wickham. Scheduling The committee has also identified that some students need a non-traditional schedule. Having evening classes would allow more students to be served within the same space 7 POTENTIAL FOR THE 509 SOUTH DUBUQUE LOCATION The advisory committee discussed at length the merits of remodeling 509 South Dubuque Street versus building a new facility. Them was consensus among committee members that the program should drive the space needs. The building should not dictate the program. In terms of size, 509 South Dubuque has about 23,500 square feet available, which is within the range of what is needed. However, if the space could be remodeled to meet program goals is a question for an architect. The committee also identified several "trade-offs" about remodeling for the board to consider. Cost Effectiveness The cost of remodeling would be significant, especially when considering that the building is not · handicap accessible, there would need to be asbestos and lead abatement and plumbing and wiring would need to be re-installed. The value of this prime downtown location and the cost of office space for CAO staff are other considerations for the board to consult with professionals and analyze. Location The location of 509 South Dubuque Street is ideal in that it is central to both City and West High students. The downtown hub for all public transportation is only two blocks from the building. Similarly, it is in close proximity to the Iowa City Public Library, the Iowa City Recreation Center, Public Access Television, the University of Iowa campus and numerous downtown businesses, including the Englert Theatre. Since the program already exists in the building and it is not in a residential neighborhood, them is no real potential for neighborhood opposition to the project. However, the trade off of the prime downtown location is that parking and outdoor space is limited and future expansion would not be possible. For some students, being close to downtown is a liability because of distractions associated with access to shops, restaurants and malls. Time Line The advisory committee sees an immediate need to expand the program. There is a waiting list and many students in need of additional support are not able to benefit from the program. The alternative education program could expand sooner by remodeling 509 South Dubuque Street; however, the program would either be displaced while the remodeling is occurring or would be operating under disruptive circumstances. The committee also believes its important not to act solely on immediate needs, but consider the long term needs as well. A possible compromise may be the addition of an evening "Success Center" and/or classes for 2002-2003, which would allow the program to serve more students without additional space. History The alternative program has been located at 509 S. Dubuque Street for over twenty years so there is a sense of tradition associated with the current site. The building has character and a "family feel." Remodeling 509 South Dubuque in some ways seems more doable; however the committee also talked about the benefit of a "fresh start" and that negative connotations about the alternative center still exist in the community. STUDENT INPUT Students were invited to participate in the advisory committee. Since their attendance at meetings was minimal, staff also sought their input through the Senior High Alternative Center's Student Advisory Board. In the process of talking over the future of alternative education in Iowa City with students several themes were voiced consistently. The Senior High Alternative Center should: · retain its "family atmosphere" and not become a "dumping ground." · retain "cahng, committed staff who really understand students and their lives." · stay small, in both class size and in overall school enrollment so as not to "become just like any other school." · have its "own identity" including a building with a library and gym, its own graduation, diplomas, year books, clubs, teams and student government. · offer "more choices" of classes and programs to help them attain their academic and life goals · "get the best for once instead of just getting the leftovers." FUTURE ACTION STEPS · Organize a sub-committee to work with Kirkwood Community College to develop collaborative programs, including courses with dual credit (which would allow students to earn high school and community college credit simultaneously.) · Organize a sub-committee to develop curriculum and explore business / community partnerships for career academies. · Incorporate the alternative center facility needs into the secondary facility study. SUMMARY The consensus among committee members is that the program should drive the space needs. The building should not dictate the program. The advisory committee has outlined the facility needs of the expanded program. The estimated square footage is close to that of the 509 South Dubuque Street location; however, more professional expertise is needed to see how well the space could be utilized and the cost effectiveness of remodeling versus building a new structure. The advisory committee has also discussed how high of a priority the central location is. The current location is ideal, but with a good transportation system a less central location could work as well. The Senior High Alternative Center Advisory comrmttee recognizes that the board must consider a number of other factors in their determination of what to do about the alternative program. The advisory committee has purposefully not made a specific recommendation about the 509 S. Dubuque Street location, as it is recognized that more consultation with professionals is needed and that the board must consider all facility needs in the district.