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SENIOR CENTER COMMISSION
MARCH 15, 1993
Members Present: Rufine Anciaux, Harold Engen, Mary Geasland,
Bud Gode, Gerry Lackender, Tom Muller, Pat Peters, Mark Thompson
Members Absent: Fred Krause
Staff Present: Bette Meisel, Joyce Phelps
Guests Present: Anne Burnside, City Atorney; Marge Belding and
Cathy Vrchoticky, Council of Elders
CALL TO ORDERIINTRODUCTlONS/MINUTES/PUBLIC DISCUSSION
Geasland called the meeting to order, introduced and welcomed the
guests.
The minutes were approved as mailed.
There was no public discussion..
BUDGET REPORT . GEASLAND
Geasland thanked those commissioners who were able to be at her
budget presentation to the City Council. (Krause, Thompson)
Geasland asked the members to watch the newspapers and other
sources for' any statistics regarding the senior population.
Anclaux congratulated Geasland on the excellence of her budget
presentation.
There was general discussion on the commissioners' disappointment
at being turned down for funding, and the question was raised about
whether the City Council saw the documentation which accompanied
the Center budget request. There was also discussion about ability
of staff to maintain the number and variety of
classes/activities/special events with the increased number of
volunteers and Center users.
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COMMISSION REPORTS.THOMPSON
Thompson said he invited the City Council to all of the Women's
History Month programs and to hear Susan Boyd. He gave them copies
of THE POST.
Muller will go to the Council of Elders in April.
It was decided to hold the April meeting on the second Monday, April
12, as Meisel wiil be out of town at a conference at the regular time.
The Advisory Board will meet on April 6 at 4:30 PM.
SENIOR CENTER UPDATE . MEISEL
Meisel reviewed the Women's History Month programs and events and
spoke of the success of the June Havoc visit.
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Meisel said belonging to the Senior Network has been beneficial to
. the Center as they have paid the Center for having their bulletin
board with educational posters and handout information. It also
pays for membership In the National Institute of Senior Centers
(NISC).
Meisel explained that Older Americans' Month . May . also marks the
50th anniversary of senior centers. She said balloons and other
commemorative materials have been ordered for the celebration and
Hills Bank has a window the Center can decorate.
Meisel said used screens were purchased from UI surplus and were
being used temporarily to divide the weight room from the pool area
In the game room, .
She said Rogusky had been busy with much needed host/guide
training to update the volunteers on new procedures and to
emphasize the Importance of being the first people to greet the
public.
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She explained that she and Rogusky were working on the SCTV
proposal which will be submitted to Drew Shaffer and Dale Helling
for inclusion with the City' request for proposal (RFP) in time for the
public hearing. She said a letter has also been sent to Bill Blough of
TCI.
Meisel said after meeting with Freeman Lock, it has been decided to
rekey the building for security's sake. The handicapped accessible
doors will use a card system and all other doors will open with one
key.
There was discussion on the benefits of both a card system and a
punch system. Geasland will check on which Is most maintenance
free as VA Medical Center uses both.
Meisel said progress is being made on obtaining an art hanging
system for the assembly room. Dick Blick Art Supplies will send
someone to quote a system. She plans to use wall.covering below
the rail and paint above.
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Meisel said response to the Focus Groups has been very low with 8 or
9 people being the largest group attending. There was discussion on
this regarding what groups have been invited and future invitees.
Meisel explained that if the Commission wished to make any changes
In contracts with agencies generally and Board of Supervisors for
Congregate Meals specifically, that notification of such intention
needs to be sent 90 days prior to the expiration date of July 1.
Muller moved that the Senior Center Commission notify the
Board of Supervisors that there are items In the contract
that are being reviewed and may be subject to change.
Engen seconded. Motion carried, all ayes.
Muller mentioned as a heart surgery patient himself he felt that
Engen's remarks about the menus made at the February meeting were
well taken, He said he planned to check with his dletitlon on his own
about the menus.
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FIVE YEAR GOALS DlseUSSION . GEASLAND
Geasland outlined briefly how the writing of the goals evolved and
reported how favorably they were received by both the City Council
and the Board of Supervisors.
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There was a discussion on goals and the consensus was that goals
and a sense of direction were very important. The formulating and
writing of new goals will be an April agenda item.
LmERS OF AGREEMENT REVIEW . MEISEL
The members went over the proposed letters of agreement for both
non.afflllated groups and affiliated groups using the Center after
hours.
Gode moved that the letter of agreement with affiliated
groups who use the Center be approved. Lackender
seconded. Motion carried, all ayes.
Gode moved that the letter of agreement with non.
affiliated groups who use the Center be approved.'
Lackender seconded. Motion carried, all ayes.
Meisel said she went to Aero Rental and got a list of rental charges
for equipment. She pointed out that all of the equipment used by
outside groups, such as slide projector, VCRITV, overhead projector,
movies projector, etc. was bought from Gift Fund money.
Muller moved that a charge of $5.00 per hour be assessed
for the use of Center equipment by outside groups and this
charge be Instituted on a 6 month's trial basis. Gode
seconded. Motion carried, all ayes.
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OPEN DISCUSSION
Gode said he was very concerned when he read the February minutes
that the Commission disregarded the Council of Elders
recommendation regarding printing the Congregate Meals menu In
THE POST. He suggested that a daily count be taken by the staff
for the next 4 months to see what difference the printing of the
menus make on their attendance.
The meeting adjourned at 4:50 PM.
Minutes prepared by Joyce Phelps, Senior Center Secretary
Minutes appr~ved by Bud Gode, Senior Center Commission Secretary
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IOWA CITY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
APRIL 26. 1993
SENIOR CENTER CLASSROOM
DRAFT
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Sara Mehlin, Alison Ames Galstad, Dorothy Paul, Chia-Hsing Lu,
Pamela Dautremont, Patricia Harvey, Ann Shires
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Jason Chen, Ken Gatlin
STAFF PRESENT:
Alice Harris, Anne Burnside
REeOMMENDATIONS TO elTY COUNCIL:
None.
REQUEST TO CITY MANAGER FOR INFORMATION OR STAFF ASSISTANeE:
None.
REeOGNITION OF PUBLIC AND NEWS MEDIA:
Rudy Simms-National Council for Christians and Jews-Des Moines, Director.
SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND FORMAL ACTIONS TAKEN:
None.
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Paul. She asked for approval of minutes of
March 22, 1993. Shires made motion to approve and Galstad seconded. Unanimous
approval. Next meeting is May 24, 1993. Paul referred to Police Manual revision. Harris
informed that Police Chief was working on it and would let them know when he would be
ready to resubmit it.
CASES PENDING:
Team A report. Case H/DEP/R/e9-24.9202: Probable cause. Case PAlDB-20.9201-2: No
probable cause. Case E/SEPB. 7-91103: Probable cause.
Team B report. Case H/ReMSDEP7.6.9201: Probable cause. Case E/R2-6-911B: Probable
cause. Conciliation meetings are'being scheduled.
Team C report. Two case assignments - no report. Paul is scheduling conciliation meeting
on sexual harassment case. Commission congratulated Burnside on negotiating a $10,000
,settlement on case scheduled for public hearing.
REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS:
Dautremont was quoted in the ICON newspaper about housing. Mehlin proposed forum be
held by David Anolik on holocaust for May 10. Commission approved.
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NEW BUSINESS:
Paul thanked Commissioner Mehlin for her forum presentation. Paul was Ii co-sponsor. It was
aired on ehannel 29 all last month. Harris asked who would be at Council meeting to give
essay awards to the winners. Lu said that he would be there. Galstad selected three books
to be given out as part of the award. Harris asked if Commission would like to consider
holding Commission at U of I instead of Holiday Inn. She agreed to look into it. She asked
Commission for advice on running housing ad since HUD funds are drying up. How often
should it be run 7 Commission suggested possibly on Saturdays. Dautremont said she would
have Ad Slieet contact Harris. Harris asked for revisions or suggestions on ads for the future.
Meetings on ordinance revisions are being scheduled by committees.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
Rudy Simms, Director of National Council on Christians and Jews from Des Moines, came out
and gave a presentation about his organizetion. He showed a tape and emphasized the
diversity training in which the organization is involved. It started in 1927 and fights bigotry,
prejudice and intolerance and racism and hopes to improve race relations in America through
outreach and education. He talked about the Green Circles program, which is initiated in the
schools to help students understand and appreciate differences. Also, there is an essay
contest that is geared towards 4th.8th graders which is now in its 31 st year. The NeeJ is
nationwide and also holds summer camps that teach diversity. It is an interfaith organization.
Burnside participated in the DC march for gay and lesbian and bi.sexual rights. She found the
experience exhilarating and there was a great turnout. She learned a lot and commented on
the overwhelming diversity of the group. She took great pride in being a part of it all. She
stated the need and push for legislation for gays and lesbians. She believes they need more
support from the non.gay and lesbian population.
ADJOURNMENT:
Meeting adjourned.
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April 29, 1993
LIBRARY BOARD MINUTES
BOARD MEETING OF APRIL 29, 1993
4:00 PM IN MEETING ROOM A, ICPL
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Steve Greenleaf, Anne Hargrave, Jeri Hobart, Phil
Hubbard, Gary Lundquist, Kathy Moyers, Anne Spencer,
Kent Swaim, Chuck Traw
BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
Casey Ashe, JeaoetteCarter, Maeve Clark, Susan Craig,
Larry EckhoIt, Lolly Eggers, Debb Green, Katherine
Habley, Craig Johnson, Martha Lubaroff, Carol Spaziani
OTHERS PRESENT:
Lisa Sleagle, Press Citizen, David Smith, Space needs
consultant
CALL MEETINp TO ORD~; The meeting was called to order at 4: 10 pm
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
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The minutes for the regular meeting of April I, 1993 were approved. Moyers/Traw
FINANCIAL REPORTS;
All year-to-date fmancial reports at the end of the third quarter look very good. Receipts are
at 92 % of estimates for the year and are up II % over FY92. The staff is doing the annual year
end close monitoring of expenditures. There are no serious problems unless we would have
some major equipment or building repairs in the fourth quarter. There is about $12,000 in the
Board's undesignatedgift fund account.
DISBURSEMENTS:
Disbursements for March, 1993 were approved, Hobart/Traw.
Visa card expenditures for March were reviewed,
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STAFF REPORTS:
1. Eggers reviewed the third quarter report on goals and statistical service measures.
Circulation continues to increase at a rate of over 8 %. The l)umber of new items added
is up substantially, reflective of the increased materials budget in FY93. The Board was
introduced to some new measures for tracking use of electronic infonnation: the number
of on-line data base searches done by staff; the hours of use of REFNET by staff and
public; the number of dial-in calls to Compass, the library's catalog; and the number of
Infonnation Department answers sent via fax.
2. Eggers gave a report from Building Manager Ed Arensdorf on the new policy of issuing
parking tickets by library staff for parking violations on Linn street in front of the
Library or in the alley behind the library. We have been issuing about 25 a month.
Arensdorf feels the visibility of people chalking tires and writing tickets has increased
awareness among those who park there. This kind of attention is probably needed during
evenings and weekends but now is only done during weekday hours.
3. Eggers told the Board that this was the month to review non-resident fees for FY94. She
recommended that since the fee was raised 20% last year (to $120 per family) it be left
alone for another year. Income from fee cards at $5200 YTD is aIready 208 % over the
estimate for FY93. The large fee increase was ex~ted to deflate sales for at least a
year, but this hasn't happened. The Board agreed infonnaIly to postpone their next
fonnal review until next year.
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4. Larry Eckholt, Director ofDevelopment, reported that the Sustaining Fund is at $55,366
year to date surpassing the Friends Foundation FY93 goal of $50,000. Evening Lions
Club purchased a new wheelchair for the library to replace a damaged one. Over 700
tickets were sold for a well received Rosenshontz concert. The Volunteer Recognition
tea was a huge success. Eckholt thanked everyone for helping make his fIrst month on
the job a great one.
l'RESIDENT'S REPORT
Swaim reported that the Nominating Committee, consisting of himself, Hargrave and Greenleaf,
will have a report to present at next months meeting.
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM MEMBERS:
Spencer reported that the Friends Annual Meeting will be held on May 17. At that time all
donors to the library may vote on the traditional Wish List which is a list of items needed by
various departments in the library. The Friends Committee has approved $16,000 for the FY94
gift to the library.
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FACILITIES PLANNING COl\1MITTEE
Swaim reported that the committee had met that week with David Smith, space needs consultant.
Smith presented the draft of his report and reviewed it with the committee. Swaim reported that
the committee was impressed with the completeness of the report. Smith demonstrated an
understanding of the library's needs and presented a complete report oullining several
alternatives. Swaim then turned the meeting over to Smith who presented his fmdings to the
Board.
Smith's preliminary report focused on the following infonnation: How much space is
there in the ICPL and how is it being used? Where are the space or building pressure
points - existing or anticipated? What factors need to be considered in facility planning
for the next ten to twenty years? What alternatives are available?
Of the several alternatives presented, the one favored by Smith and the Facilities Planning
Committee would complete the 2nd floor and add a partial third floor. Smith said Iowa City is
still too compact to make efficient use of branches. He noted that two miles from the center of
town, the population becomes fairly sparse. After meeting with the FPC, members of the
management staff of ICPL and the Board, Smith will now fma1ize his report based on the
additional infonnation from this second visit and his assessment of our projected space needs.
He will present his fmal report to the Facilities Planning Committee in June. The committee will
make recommendations to the Board at the June 24 meeting.
APPOINT MEMBERS TO ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Board unanimously approved Spaziani's recommendation of reappointing James Hawtrey
and new appointee Mary Merkel.Hess. HobartlTraw
Further, Spaziani asked the Board to approve an expenditure of $600 from the Gifts & Bequest
Fund for acquisition of original art for the Art -to-Go collection. This is an increase of $100 ,
over the amount given annually for many years. This request was approved.
LundquistlHubbard
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 6: 15 pm on a motion by Greenleaf/Hargrave
Submitted by Martha Lubaroff
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DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE
MARCH 15, 1993.4:00 P.M.
IOWA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY, ROOM B
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Alan Mack, Clara Swan, Don Sinek, Gordana Pavlovic, Craig
Welt, Mergaret Nelson
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Kim Merker, Kay Amert, Bruce Haupert
STAFF PRESENT:
Schoon, Mason
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Nelson called the meeting at order at 4: 1 0 p,m.
INTRODUCTIONS:
Introductions were made.
FORMAL ACTIONS:
1. A motion was approved, by a 6.0 vote, that Swan. Mack and Pavlovic become a sub.
committee of the Design Review Committee and approach the Historic Preservation
Committee to discuss and redefine design guidelines for the eentral Business District.
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2. A motion was approved. by a 6-0 vote, to nominate and elect Gordana Pavlovic as the
newehairperson. Pavlovic accepted. Swan agreed to serve as Vice Chair. The motion
carried 6-0.
eONSIDERATION OFTHE MINUTES OFTHE OCTOBER 19,1992. AND FEBRUARY 22. 1993,
MEETINGS:
There being no corrections, Mack moved to accept the minutes as presented. Sinek
seconded. The motion carried 6-0.
DISCUSS THE DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE'S FUTURE:
Schoon referred to the packets for the last two months. He pointed out that there have been
no applications for Kay Irelan's position which was vacated last July. Furthermore. three
terms will expire this June, thus potentially three more positions would need to be filled. He
then posed the question of how to deal with the membership issue and defining what this
committee does? Sinek said it was his understanding that the Committee was waiting for the
lest urban renewal parcel to develop so the committee can work on it. Schoon said that could
be years away. Swan said she understood there to be a possibility of this committee working
with the Historic Preservation Committee. Swan questioned the area of the downtown the
Committee had authority over. It was felt this committee only has the responsibility of
reviewing limited improvements to buildings located adjacent to the walking mall. All agreed
that the Design Review Committee does not have enough to do at this time.
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Schoon explained that the original committee was set up lor urban renewal. Since the Council
apparently has reservations 01 this committee expanding its scope, Mack suggested meeting
with the Historic Preservation Committee to determine if the Design Review Committee can
work with the Historic Preservation eommittee to establish design guidelines for the
downtown area which could then be submitted to the City Council for their approval.
Schoon asked the committee to define what its goels are. Pavlovic said she 1) expects
perticipation in design guidelines lor the business district and 2) expansion 01 the boundaries
of the area over which the committee reviews development projects.
It was decided that a small group of members from the Design Review Committee would act
as representatives and approach the HPC for education. design guidelines and boundary
determinations.
Welt moved that Clara Swan. Alan Mack and Gordana Pavlovic become a subcommittee of
the Deslgn Review Committee and approach the Historic Preservation Committee to discuss
and redefine design guidelines for the Central Business District boundaries. Slnek seconded.
The motion carried 6-0.
This small group was instructed to give periodic reports to the committee.
ANNUAL ELEeTION OF OFFICERS:
Nelson proposed electing a chair and vice-chair for next year.
Welt moved that Gordana Pavlovic be nominated as the new chairperson unanimously and all
nominations cease. Nelson seconded. The motion carried 6-0. Pavlovic accepted. Swan
volunteered to serve as vlce.chalr. Slnek seconded. The motion carried 6-0.
COMMITTEE DISCUSSION:
. Nelson suggested the committee meet in April to give the subcommittee some guidelines for
their discussions with the HPC. Swan asked for some past reports or material on the Design
Review Committee. Schoon said he would send them information. Nelson also suggested
the subcommittee bring questions to the next meeting.
PUBLle DISeUSSION:
There was none.
ADJOURNMENT:
Nelson adjourned the meeting at 5:00 p,m,
Minutes submitted by Rosemary Mason.
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IOWA CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY
MARCH 9, 1993
ROBERT A LEE COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER - ROOM A
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Benjamin J. MOORE, Robin PAETZOLD-DURUMERIC, Paul
EGLI, Jack MCMAHON, James L HARRIS, Charles
EASTHAM, Roger J REILLY
MEMBERS ABSENT:
None
STAFF PRESENT:
Doug Boothroy, Marianne Milkman, Marci Lindsay,
Sandi Schutt, Carol Flinn, Secretary Virginia
Stroud
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: NONE
MEETING TO ORDER: Meeting was called to order at 9:01 AM by
Chairperson Moore.
MINUTES: Paetzold-Durumeric recommended being consistent and using
last names in the narrative. Motion to approve the Minutes of February
9, 1993, was made by Paetzo1d-Durumeric, seconded by Eastham, carried
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CD HOUSING UPDATE - MILKMAN
Milkman stated the CHAS will need to be updated for the new 5-year plan
which is due October 31, 1993. A draft will be available July or
Auguet which will include an analysis of the 1990 census data. '
Milkman etated Communit~ Development Week is April 5-11, 1993. The
block party will be held April 8, 1993, 4:00 PM at the Public Library.
DISCUSSION OF CDBG FUNDING REQUESTS - PAETZOLD-DURUMERIC
Paetzold-Durumeric stated she wanted to go through the list of
applications so that she would know the Housing Commission's
suggeetione for the next CCN meeting. A list of the applications for
funding for CDBG housing-related projects and copies of the
applications were included in the Agenda packets for Housing Commission
to review. Paetzold-Durumeric first discussed the general requests for
each applicant. At the end of the overall review it was determined
that more time was needed to review each application and suggest
funding amounts. The Housing Commission set a Special Meeting for 7:30
AM at the Robert A Lee Community Recreation Center on Friday, March 12,
1993.
HOUSING AUTHORITY REPORT - SCHUTT
Schutt reviewed expanded monthly statistics form. Flinn discussed
status of Public Housing vacancies. Boothroy stated the acquistion
project will have six more units added in the next two months. Housing
Commission members reviewed HUD letter regarding the PHMAP report.
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IOWA CITY HOUSING COMMISSION
MARCH 9, 1993
DISCUSSION
Eg1i stated he would no longer be able to be a member on the Rehab
Review Board. Eastham was appointed as his replacement.
ADJOURNMENT: Motion to adjourn at 10:12 AM was made by Moore,
seconded by Eastham, carried ,-0.
APPROVED BY,:
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BENJAMIN J MOORE, CHAIRPERSON
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MINUTES
IOWA CITY HOUSING COMMISSION
MARCH 12, 1993
ROBERT A LEE COMMUNITY REeREATION CENTER. ROOM A
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Benjemin J. MOORE, Robin PAETZOLD-DURUMERIC, Roger J.
REILLY. Jack MCMAHON, James L. HARRIS, Charles EASTHAM
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Paul EGLI
STAFF PRESENT:
Doug Boothroy, Marianne Milkman, Marci Lindsay
MEETING TO ORDER:
7:30 AM by Chairperson Moore
CDBG ALLOCATION RECOMMENDATIONS FOR HOUSING-RELATED APPLICATIONS
United Action for Youth and Greater Iowa City Housing Fellowship applications were
recommended for full funding at the Housing Commission's March 9 meeting.
Iowa Citv Press-eitizen Buildino Acouisition and Rehabilitation
Eastham questionad whather HOME funds will be forthcoming since the project's scope has
changed from 66 units to 18 units. Milkman said they may not be. Eastham also said there
would be no guarantee that the additional 48 units would be built later, or, if built, would be
affordable. He stated that the application does not say how the non-habitable portion of the
building will be used, that there is no pro forma investment analysis, and that the cost per unit
is over $90,000. It is unclear whethar Burns would get a tax abatemant from tha City for tha
revisad project.
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The consensus was not to fund the Press-eitizen Building Acquisition and Rehabilitation
because thera was not enough information on the funding for the, project. and it seems
infeasibla.
Citv of Iowa eitv Housino Rehabilitation
McMahon said that the City's housing stock should be maintained because it's cheapar than
new construction. The eity's Rehab Program should be funded.
Eastham asked whether Comp Rehab funding with CDBG could be reduced since the HOME
program will fund them. Milkman axplained that the HOME funds are designated for people
with little or no equity in thoir homes, and are intended to increase housing activities in the
jurisdiction, not to, replace them.
McMahon, Moore, Paetzold, and Reilly in favor of full funding, Eastham in favor of funding
with no less than $250,000, Harris in favor of using alternativa funds if possible.
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Svstems Unlimited. Grouo Home Conversion
Eastham stated that there are no terms for the loan portion of the application, Harris said the
County would save money in the long run because of the state change in philosophy, so
County funds should be used to leverage money for the change.
Consensus that partial funding should be granted and that Harris' suggestion should be
explored.
Elderlv Services Aoencv . Small Reoair Prooram
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Consensus to fully fund this extremely successful program that maintains the housing stock
and keeps persons who are elderly or handicapped in their homes safely.
, Emeroencv Housino Proiect . Shelter Imorovements
Consensus to allocate $3,000 for the basement exit: but not to fund the air-filtering system.
eoncerns that facility will not meet EHP's needs in the long run and that the system will not
be an effective way to prevent the spread of tuberculosis,
Mid-Eastern eouncil on Chemical Abuse. Facilitv Rehabilitation
eonsensus to fully fund rehab of this facility for much-needed repairs. Commission would like
to look into a conditional occupancy loan if it is funded by the Council.
Domestic Violence Intervention Prooram . New Shelter
,Consensus to fund in full. Harris concerned about size of restrooms. Paetzold said research
done in Cedar Rapids and Des Moines showed it is very expensive to do smaller restrooms.
Herris suggested building even four or six toilets at one location would give greater flexibility.
LIFE Skills. Housino Suooort Prooram
Moore asked if the Public Housing Authority could help fund the program. Boothroyexplained
that he is not comfortable spending contingency funds that may not be available in future.
Also, Clinton may reduce the administrative fees for vouchers and certificates. Harris asked
if the PHA could contract with L1FE'Skills. Boothroy said that was a possibility. In response
to Milkman, Boothroy said there was no money for the Family Self.Sufficiency Program, and
that the PHA's support for LIFE Skills is in the form of housing, which it will get for having
the FSS program in place.
Consensus to fully fund LIFE Skills' Housing Support Program.
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Citv of Iowa eitv . Downoavment Assistance Proaram
Milkman explained that last year the $10,000 was all used and that the program really
seemed to be picking up. Especially now. with First National's new program, there is a great
opportunity to use the two programs together to make a difference. Reilly agreed that the
program could be better if the banks were more proactive. They should have a seminar; the
program helps to leverage other funds and helps banks to accept more loans instead of having
to turn them down.
McMahon added that the program helps to open up more rental units. Harris said the trickle
down theory works somewhat, but the program is really helping those with more moderate
incomes.
Eastham stated the program is good because of the potential leveraging of other funds that
it does. He said there is a definite need in the city for the program.
Consensus to 'fully fund the eity's Downpayment Assistance Program,
ICARE . Needs Assessment/Housina Services
Eastham said a needs assessment is a reasonable expenditure of funds. The five. year CHAS
indicates a need for housing for persons with HIV/AIDS but there is not enough information.
Moore agreed and said this population needs to live close to hospitals.
Consensus to fully fund ICARE's needs assessment.
Citv of Iowa Citv . Land 'Acauisition for Affordable Housina
Moore stated that the City should not be in the development business. Eastham said that the
City would probably not be the developer, but the issue is feasibility. If the land can be
developed at 8 to 10 units per acre, end can fairly distribute the infrastructure costs. then it
could be feesible. He said the evailability of land is more a factor than the actuel price of land.
Boothroy said it is possible that new public housing units could be built there, Milkman stated
that the CitY's affordeble housing is now concentrated on the southeast part of town and will
continue that way because land costs are less there. This project would help disperse
affordable housing. Boothroy added that there are problems with developing that particular
area.
Consensus to not fund the land acquisition but that the project is worthy and the City should
immediately pursue funding through other sources.
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Citv of Iowa Citv . Neiohborhood Imcrovements
eonsensus to not fund the Neighborhood Improvements project because it is seen as a blind
allocation - it is not known how the money will be used. The eommission would rather have
eCN make the decisions on funding.
Meeting adjourned at 9:00 AM.
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