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MINUTES
IOWA CITY AIRPORT COMMISSION
TUESDAY. APRIL 20. 1993 - 5:30 P.M.
IOWA CITY TRANSIT FACILITY
MEMBERS PRESENT:
John Ockenfels, Howard Horan, Pat Foster,
Robert HiCks, Richard Blum
STAFF PRESENT:
Ron O'Neil, Anne Burnside
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Ockenfels called the meeting to order at 5:40 p.m. A
quorum of the Commission was present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
The minutes of the March 9, 1993, Commission meeting were ,approved
as presented.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION - ITEMS NOT ON AGENDA:
Jones, from Iowa City Flying Service, asked why Runway 12/30 was
,closed. O'Neil stated that the runway was closed because he
thought it was not safe and it would be reopened when he determined
it to be in a usable condition.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/ACTION:
a. AIP 3-19-0047-03 Feasibility Study - Ockenfels stated that the
Commission was gathering information from the FAA and the state
Economic Development Commission to determine the economic impact of
an airport in the Iowa City area. The Chamber of Commerce will use
tpis information to assess the economic impact of the Iowa City
Airport for Iowa city and Johnson County.
Blum contacted H.R. Green Co. to get an estimate on the costs of
the capital improvements needed at the Airport. Green would charge
abbut $4000.00 to do a complete cost estimate study. Hicks thought
the cost estimates could be done by private contractors for each
individual project. O'Neil stated that there are some state
organizations, such as the Iowa Concrete Pavers Association, that
may tell you what needs to be done but would probably not give you
cost estimates.
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The "do nothing" option was discussed. This would require the
Commission to make all capital improvements with local funding and
not request any state or federal money. Blum stated that he did
not think this was a practical option.
The value of the existing Airport site was discussed. Because a
decision to move the Airport would be partially based on the value
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of the existing site, an accurate appraisal or a second opinion on
the current site should be obtained. Horan and Hicks will contact
local appraisers or realtors to try to obtain a second opinion.
Horan stated he has contacted the city Finance Director, Don
Yucuis, to discuss financial options for capital improvements at
the existing site or to relocate. O'Neil will contact Yucuis for
additional information before the next Commission meeting.
Liability and environmental issues were discussed. Burnside will
meet with consultants from H.R. Green to discuss liability concerns
if the Commission does not attempt to meet the current safety
design standards at the existing airport site.
AUTHORIZATION OF, EXPENDITURES:
O'Neil presented the list of expenditures for March. The H.R.
Green Company bill was ,for the charts prepared concerning Option #3
of the Feasibility study and how it would affect the Menard's
proposal. Blum moved to pay the expenditures as presented. Foster
seconded the motion and it passed 5 - o.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/ACTION:
b. Shop Building DNR Report - O'Neil stated that someone had
submitted a complaint to the DNR concerning the drainage system in
the shop building. Because ICFS built the building, O'Neil had
requested ICFS produce a set of building plans to indicate the
layout of the drainage system. Jones, from ICFS, stated he did not
have any plans. He said that the drain goes directly to the storm
water drains on the airport. '
When the building was built in 1967, the Commission agreed that
ICFS would use the building for thirty years, with all expenses for
the building to be paid by ICFS. Beginning in 1997, ICFS would
hpve to pay rent for the shop building. This raises the question
ot who is to pay for improvements to the building to bring it into
compliance.
Jones stated that the DNR had approved the solution he proposed for
'resolving the problem. Gerald Jones, from ICFS, stated that the
contaminated sludge had been removed from the drain. The
Commission requested a letter stating there was no longer a DNR
violation. O'Neil will contact the DNR before the May 5 deadline
to assure there is no violation.
c. T-hangar policy - Jones, from ICFS, presented a list of the
current hangar occupants and indicated who the last few tenants
were to receive hangars. Jones stated that his policy was to lease
hangars to those on the waiting list who actually had an aircraft.
If a tenant sells their aircraft and does not replace it within
thirty days, the hangar is given to the next person on the waiting
list.
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, After further discussion, it was clear that a written policy should
be established concerning the leasing of the T-hangars. When asked
about steve Schmidt's plane, Jones stated that when the,airplane
arrived at the airport, he would find him a T-hangar, even if he
had to move ICFS out of one of the T-hangars.
Blum made a motion to develop a T-hangar lease and a policy for
allocating the T-hangars as they become available. Horan seconded
the motion and it passed 5 - O. Ockenfels and Foster will be a
subcommittee to draft those two documents.
d. Chapter 4 - Airports and Aviation - Recodification - The city
has an obligation to update' the city Code of Ordinances
periodically. The city has hired a firm to reorganize the entire
Code and make it more user friendly. Because the Commission spent
considerable time revising Chapter 4 within the last two' years,
there will be little or no revision required by the Commission.
The section of Chapter 4 which addresses airport zoning will be
placed in a different chapter, along with all other city zoning.
This Unified zoning chapter will allow city departments to review
all zoning ordinances that apply within the City limits. Blum
stated that there may have been some language left out of the
Airport Zoning section. He will contact David Brown to confirm the
language in the zoning section is accurate.
CHAIRPERSON'S REPORT:
Ockenfels stated he attended the Iowa Aviation Conference. He
thought the format was good and there were many excellent speakers.
COMMISSION MEMBERS' REPORT:
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Horan said that he also attended the state conference and found the
information very useful. He suggested the other Commission members
a~tend the conference next year.
Bium requested time on the agenda to discuss the Iowa Public
Airports Association. 0 I Neil is the treasurer for the organization
and Blum would like to see the Commission approve use of the
computer and some of 0 I Neil's time to assist the organization. This
will be an agenda item at the next meeting.
Hicks inquired about the Menard's development. O'Neil stated that
Menard's would like to start as soon as weather permits.
Ockenfels suggested that the Commission subscribe to a newspaper to
monitor articles about the airport. O'Neil will check on prices.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT:
Burnside reported that the Building Department has raised a
question concerning a building on South Gilbert street and how it
relates to Airport zoning. She will report to the commission as
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this issue develops.
The Sports Car Club of America has asked the Commission if,they
would permit a sporting event at, the Airport. Two club members
presented information to the Commission and requested time on the
agenda at the next meeting. Ockenfels stated this will be an
agenda item at the May meeting.
Liability insurance premiums for the Airport will increase 24% for
next year.
O'Neil reminded the Commission that 1993 is the 75th year the
Airport has been in existence. He suggested the Commission may
want to do something to commemorate this at the Fly-In breakfast on
August 29.
Horan will speak to the Evening Lion's Club on May 5 concerning the
Airport Relocation Feasibility study.
The Housing Rehab building in the northeast corner of Airport
property will be used for storage for some other community service
organizations. This will not adversely effect the amount of
traffic to and from the building.
Fly Iowa 93 is in ottumwa on June 20.
The Fire Department has requested use of Airport property to hold
an Appreciation Day. This is similar to the event held last year.
The date this year is June 12.
O'Neil said he will be requesting bids for Phase 2 of the security
fencing project. The Commission has received a grant from the
state for $ 29,000.00. This will include a security card gate and
fencing on the east side of the Airport.
SET NEXT MEETING:
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The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 18, 1993, at 5:30
p.m. at the Transit Facility.
ADIJOURNMENT:
Foster moved to adjourn the meeting. Blum seconded the motion and
the meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
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DRAFT
MINUTES
IOWA CITY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
MAY 24, 1993
SENIOR CENTER CLASSROOM
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Sara Mehlln, Alison Ames Galstad, Dorothy Paul, Pamela
Dautremont, Pat Harvey, Ann Shires, Ken Gatlin
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Jason Chen, Chla-Hslng Lu
STAFF PRESENT:
Alice Harris, Anne Burnside, Dele Helling
RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL:
None.
REQUESTS TO CITY MANAGER FOR INFORMATION OR STAFF ASSISTANCE:
None.
RECOGNITION OF PUBLIC AND NEWS MEDIA:
John Watson - Director of Goodwill.
SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND FORMAL ACTIONS TAKEN:
None.
CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Paul called the meeting to order. She asked for approval of minutes of April 26.
Galstad made motion to approve and Mehlin seconded. Unanimous approval. Next meeting
is June 28 in the Senior Center Classroom at 7:00 p.m.
CASES REPORT:
Teem A: Paul reported two cases In conciliation. Gatlin reported team met with the
respondent and the respondent has ten days to reply to the proposed remedy. Paul steted in
the housing discrimination conciliation meeting, the complainant Is asking for $68,000.
Another meeting is being scheduled to discuss terms.
Team B: Mehlln reported a conciliation meeting was held with complainant in a rece
dlscrimlnetion case. In e housing cese, a conciliation meeting was held and an appeal meeting
is scheduled for June 2 at 4:30.
Team C: Gatlin reported thet the team will be meeting to discuss decision in tha two case
assignments.
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May 24, 1993
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Harris assigned two cases - an employment case based on race to Team A and a public
accommodation case based on disability to Team B. She said case on equal pay and sex has
been closed due to failure to locate compleinant.
REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS:
Galstad end Burnside ettended a meeting in Des Moines sponsored by the Friends of the Des
Moines Human Rights Commission. Both were on the agenda and spoke about the Iowa City
experience in regard to getting sexual orientation Into the human rights ordinance. Galstad
conveyed the message at the forum that the City Council supports passage of sexual
orientation coverage in the Des Moines human rights ordinance. Paul proposed that housing
brochures be distributed through the Housing Inspection Department to new landlords.
Galstad stated more proactive steps need to be taken in regard to disseminating Informetion
on housing discrimination in the community.
NEW BUSINESS:
Harris mentioned revision of the housing discrimination ad in the Press.Citi~. She had Jan
Alderton from ICRC make a video on Fair Housing Laws. Discussion included whether to hold
awards breakfast at the U of I. Shires made a motion to try the Union. Dautremont
seconded. Unanimous approval. Date agreed upon was Wednesdey, October 20. Alternative
date wes October 27.
OLD BUSINESS:
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Harris stated that she attended an AIDS forum sponsored by the AIDS Business Coalition with
Helling and Burnside. Deutremont Is e member and she wes also present. It was a
worthwhile presentation and there was e good turnout. Harris and Helling talked to the state
Iowa Civil Rights Commission about entering into a work sharing agreement in which the
Commission would get some reimbursement for case processing and the state would provide
needed training to commissions.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
John Watson, as a representative for Habitat for Humanity, brought up the Issue that a
revision of the humen rights ordinence may be In order under Section 18.32, Section B(3)
Exemptions. He suggested that the section be revised to include the word sale under
exemptions. He elaborated on the Habitat for Humanity project which will be starting soon
in Iowa City. The purpose Is to provide families with children that are In need of housing a
home that they can purchase. He stated that he believes that the law for Iowa City, as it is
currently written, may permit a single person to file a discrimination charge because of the
selection criteria which gives preference to families. Mehlln suggested that action be taken
to Council to amend the ordinance as suggested. Burnside said to put the Issue of
amendment to the ordinance on the agenda for the next meeting for a formal recommendation
to the City Council.
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May 24,1993
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ORDINANCE REVISION:
Paul stated the subcommittee would be meeting on Thursdey. Harvey made proposals for
revision of the bylaws to be consistent with the procedures outlined in the ordinance. She
went over procedural issues and timeframes Involving case processing and the conciliation
process. Revisions will be further discussed at the revision meeting. It was suggested that
a case log report be developed that would highlight the timeframes Involved for case
processing. Harris said she would bring her case log to the next meeting for further revision
and development. A video on the ADA from the State will be shown at the June meeting.
ADJOURNMENT.
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Mayor's Youth Employment Program
Minutes
Board of Director's Meeting
April 28, 1993
Board Memb~rs Present: Jacque McClure, Karen Heimer, Paul Engler,
Loren Forbes, Dave Jacoby, A.K. Traw, Barry Kucera, Jean MCCarty,
Joan VandenBerg, Pat Schnack and Julie Pulkrabek
Staff Present: Peg McElroy Fraser
Call to Order: Barry Kucera called the meeting to order at 7:10
A.M.
I. Introductions and Welcome: Barry Kucera welcomed all in
attendance.
II. Approval of Minutes: Minutes from the March 31 and April
7, 1993 special meeting were approved by consensus.
III. Approval of Financial Report:. Financial reports from
February and March were approved by consensus.
IV. Additional Agenda Items & Correspondence Received:
1. MYEP received word that the Johnson County Heritage
Trust will again provide match of $400 for the Turkey Creek
project.
V. New Business:
1. Peg asked if there were any questions regarding the
quarterly report that was mailed to the board.
2. Peg updated the board on grant announcements including
Iowa Conservation Corps, Young Adult Conservation Corps,
Turkey Creek, city of Coralville and city of Iowa City
Ryerson's Woods project. She'explained that we have not at
present heard from the Environmental Protection Agency but
received word that the decision will be made in early May
with announcements in mid-May.
3. Peg announced that the annual awards ceremony for MYEP
youth, worksite supervisors, board and guests will be held
on June 3, 1993. Lianne Knych, VISTA volunteer, is heading
up this project.
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APRIL, 1993
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VI. Old Business:
1. Committee Reports:
a) Personnel Committee: Dave reported that the
committee will meet in May following the close of the
deadline for sUbmission, of applications for the
executive director position. The search committee will
decide if enough candidates with the appropriate
qualifications have been received by that time and will
make a final decision on the number' of candidates to be
interviewed. He has discussed this matter with Machele
in Personnel at the city.
b) Finance Committee: Paul reported that the finance
committee has instituted new reports on the basis of
discussion during the finance meeting. Kurt Kastendick
attended to assist with the orientation.
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c) Capital Committee: Peg updated the board on the
Camp Cardinal presentation to the Rotary Scout Camp
Committee in late April. In view of her resignation,
it was decided to offer a presentation rather than a
proposal. The committee will provide a report to the
Rotary board and MYEP will be apprised of the outcome.
2. Youth, Services Foundation Report: Peg reported that
due to some philosophical conflicts concerning the
development of the caseplan for consideration of a
major capital campaign, the YSF board has been sorting
out what next direction to take. The next meeting will
likely be held in May and Peg will have a report for
the board.
3. Board Committee Meetings for May: Peg asked board
members to stay to set meetings for May including
Personnel, Finance, Program, and Capital. The Awards
Committee is already scheduled with Lianne.
VII. Adjourn: The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 AM.
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MINUTES
IOWA CITY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
MAY 12, 1993 - 4:30 P.M.
CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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MEMBERS PRESENT:
Larry Baker, Ernie Galer, Catherine Johnson, Rich Vogelzang
MEMBER ABSENT:
Barbara Ludke
STAFF PRESENT:
Bormann, Denney, Rockwell
OTHERS PRESENT:
Robert Finley, Pat Foster, Robert Downer, Chris Schrock, Robert
A. Shellady, Mary Carey, Gery Appleby
CONSIDERATION OF THE MINUTES OF APRIL 14. 1993:
MOTION: Johnson moved to approve the minutes of the April 14, 1993, meeting. Baker
seconded the motion. The motion carried on a 4.0 vote.
SPECIAL EXCEPTION ITEMS:
1. EXC 93-0003. Public hearing on a request submitted by Robert D. Finley for special
exceptions to permit off-street parking on separate lots for property located In the CI.l
zone at 1910 S. Gilbert Street.
Rockwell reviewed the site plan revisions on four separate site plans submitted by the
applicant and then summarized the staff report dated Mey 12, 1993. Staff
recommended that EXC 93-0003. the requested special exception to permit parking
on a separate, but adjacent 100' by 100' property immediately to the east, and to
I permit a parking access drive on a separate, but adjacent 110' by 20' perpetual access
eesement immediately south of the 1910 S. Gilb~rt Street property be approved,
subject to the following conditions:
1. The applicant shell eliminate the parking aree and drive-through immedletely
west of the building, and convert that aree Into a landscaped greenspace.
2. The applicant shall comply with all parking and tree regulations.
3. The eppllcant shall secure a curb cut permit and reconstruct the curbing to
reellgn the south curb cut with the parking access drive.
4. ' Signage shall be placed to direct patrons of the restaurant/bar to use the south
access drive and to perk to the reer of the building.
5. With the City as a party to the agreement, a properly executed agreement for
perking on the Kennedy property shall be recorded.
6, The applicant's perpetual access easement agreement with Derrold M. Foster
shall not be abrogated.
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Baker asked about the condition of the parking surface on the Kennedy property.
Rockwell replied that the existing surface was a mix of mud and gravel. She added
that the Kennedy lot had been used by bar end restaurant patrons for parking during
the past few months. One of the things that triggered this special exception request
was the City becoming aware of the lack of a hard surface for the restaurant/bar
parking and on further investigation finding that the parking was occurring on a
separately owned lot. Baker asked if the assumption was that the parking would be
hard surfaced and striped. Rockwell replied yes, that was a Code requirement.
Johnson asked whether most of the concrete west of the building would be removed
to plant trees, or would most of the concrete remain in place. Rockwell explained that
staff recommended that the concrete be removed to provide a landscaped area in front
of the building. As indicated on the fourth site plan, the applicant had Indicated his
preference to keep most of the concrete in place west of the building. He was willing
to provide two tree islands. In response to a question from Johnson, Rockwell replied
that the parking access drive was approximately 20 feet In width and would be used
for two-way traffic. She pointed out that the drive was the only means of accessing
the parking aree to the rear of the building.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
Robert R. Finley, 1910 S. Gilbert Street, stated that perking on the Kennedy property
had been occurring for over six years. He said he had tried to comply with City
requirements. He related that last year the City had said he could use crushed asphalt
on the lot to provide a hard surface. After he spent $1,500 doing this, the City
decided the crushed asphalt did not meet the hard surface standards for parking areas.
Finley stated that he intended to comply with all City requirements in any way, shape,
or form possible.
Finley indicated that Pat Foster, owner of the property to the south, was present. He
said Foster was not in favor of closing the parking on the west side of the building,
because that would put anyone doing turnarounds on his side of the driveway. If the
site west of the building was completely blocked by greenery, as City staff had
suggested, it would push people that want to park in front over to Grimm's property
to the north, and onto,the Foster property to the south, which is what Finley was
trying to prevent.
Finley Indicated that he had always had enough parking spaces on his own property.
He was trying to provide more parking to alleviate the congestion In that area and to
keep the neighbors heppy. Finley thought that the greenery being recommended by
staff would hamper the view of people exiting onto Gilbert Street. He reiterated that
allowing additional parking In the rear should help the situation considerably.
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Pat Foster. 1920 S. Gilbert Street. stated that he was the property owner to the south.
He asked If the fourth site plan was the one that had been submitted for approval.
Rockwell affirmed that it was. He said that if this was the sita plan submittad for
approval, it would take away the parking on the west. He understood that Bob Finley
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was against removing parking on the west side of the building. There appeared to be
a conflict between what had been submitted for approval, and what Finley said he
wanted. Rockwell replied that site plan #4 was the most recent plan submitted by
Finley for Board approval. She stated that if the applicant wanted something other
than what was shown on the plan he had submitted for approval, he needed to make
that clear to the Board. She said staff would still encourage the use of site plan #3.
Foster said he welcomed increased traffic In the area, and additional exposure to his
business. It was a problem, however, when people went to the cafe and locked up
their cers in front of his Iiuslness during his business hours. His only other concern
was reconstructing the curb cut to 24 feet in width which would hamper semi-trucks
going in and out of his business. Otherwise, he had no objection to what was being
'proposed. Foster said that if Finley was against removing the parking on the west, but
the Board approved removing that parking, the overflow of vehicles would come onto
his property.
Rockwell stated that a site plan submitted by Finley on March 17, 1993, did show four
parking spaces on the west side in front of the building. Staff felt that parking in that
area would Involve people having to back Into the drives on either side, which was not
a situation that the City would advocate. On the north drive, there would continue to
be service trucks pulling In to make deliveries, and on the south was the two-way drive
that served as the main access to the parking area to the rear of the building. Staff
felt four parking spaces In front of the building would create conflicts with the traffic
on the drives, and would not alleviate the overflow parking occurring on the Foster and
Grimm properties.
BOARD DISCUSSION:
Johnson asked Finley if it would be possible to mark the parking spaces to be used by
the tenents In the upstairs apartments. Finle'y responded you could mark spaces until
the cows came home, but people would still park where they wanted. He said she
knew that people parked illegally in handicapped spaces all over town. Baker said that
when handicapped spaces were marked, it did discourage non-handicapped people
from parking there. Finley said he didn't think so -- not when people were heading for
a beer.
Finley said site plan #3 that was submitted while he was out of town, did show
existing pavement being removed from in front of the building. He didn't have any
objection to planting trees, but he had submitted the site plan before talking to Pat
Foster, who voiced his concern about removing any parking from in front of the
bUilding. Finley indicated that there are a couple of waitresses that work at J.C.'s
Cafe thet will not park to the rear of the building, because of concern about their own
safety, Johnson asked If the rear parking area was lighted. Finley said yes, but that
didn't seem to make a difference to the waitresses.
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the front was vehicles backing Into driveways, He said there was not a parking lot In
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town where you don't have to back Into a driveway or a busy street, including
~urlington Street, which was a lot busier than Gilbert Street. If there was a problem,
he could put three or four speed bumps in the drive to slow people down. Johnson
said there are a lot of businesses in town that have signs stating that parking Is
available In the rear; that this situation was not uncommon.
Baker asked for clarification on which site plan Finley preferred. Finley replied the
whole gist of this thing was to have enough parking spaces. He wasn't In favor of
getting rid of nine spaces in front of the building. In response to a question from
Galer, Rockwell said that having four spaces In front of the building was permissible.
The site plan showing nine spaces in front of the building relied on an additional curb
cut that had not been authorized by the City Public Works Oepartment.
Johnson asked If there was a back entrance. Finley said yes. Johnson asked if the
restaurant was In the front. Finley said yes. Rockwell stated that there was an
agreement between the restaurant and bar owners always to allow access through the
bar to the restaurant through the rear entrance, because the rear entrance was the
means of handicapped access. Johnson felt that If the parking to the rear were
properly lighted, there shouldn't be a problem for people to park there.
Vogelzang asked if the current parking was in compliance with City code requirements.
Rockwell said no, there were too many vehicles in the front area. In response to a
question from Baker, Rockwell said that four parking spaces could legally be provided
In front of the building. Vogelzang asked if staff was recommending eliminating the
parking there just to obtain more greenspace. Rockwell responded the primary
objective was to demarcate that area as a no parking area; that parking for the
restaurant and bar businesses was provided to the rear of the establishment. The
greenspace was meant to alleviate the confusion that had existed to date.
Johnson said that If she were a customer coming to the building, she thought It would
be more aesthetically pleasing to have more greens pace in the front. Foster asked If
she thought that people would park In the back and walk all the way to the front
entrance to go through the green space, Johnson replied that everyone, except those
few who parked in the four spaces in front, would have to do so or use the rear
entrance. Galer asked if some greenery could be provided if four parking spaces were
located on the west side of the building. Baker thought that staff's concern was more
one of safety than of providing aesthetic landscaping. Rockwell concurred that staff
was concerned about public safety. In response to Galer, she noted the site plan
submitted on March 17, 1993, showed four parking spaces In front of the building,
and no space for adding greenery other than replacing a required right-of-way tree on
City property.
Finley asked if the four spaces In front could be made handicapped spaces, Rockwell
said there was room for only two handicapped-accessible parking spaces in that area.
She noted that handicapped-accessible parking spaces are 12.5 feet wide. If parking
spaces are provided in front of the building, then a ramp would be required to provide
handicapped access to the front entrance of the building. Rockwell said that Finley
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had Indicated on Monday, May 10, 1993, that he would prefer not to build a
handicapped access ramp on the west side of the building. Finley stated that after the
Monday meeting, he had talked with the restaurant owner, who was now insisting that
handicapped access be provided for the west entrance regardless of whether there
was parking there or not. Vogelzang asked Finley whether the door between the
restaurant and bar met handicapped access requirements. Finley said yes.
Baker indicated that he had eaten et the restaurant two or three times a month, and
that he had parked In front. He said it was a hassle, but it was not unmanageable.
Finley said if the parking spaces were delineated, It would be made more manageable.
Baker did not have a problem with four spaces in the front if they were properly
marked and legally configured.
Finley said he was willing to put greenery in the front, but not to the point of losing
parking spots and turnaround space. He related that Foster thought that putting
greenery in fron~ of one business would throw the whole neighborhood off balance..
Finley didn't think he needed to provide more trees in front for the parking. Rockwell
reminded him that six trees were,required on the site for the residential use, She said
thattwo handicapped-accessible spaces could be provided in front of the building, and
stili allow for two trees other than right-of-way trees to be planted In that area.
Johnson thought a handicapped space could be used by the UPS truck as a turnaround
provided that no one was already parked there.
Vogelzang asserted that he liked greens pace as much as anyone, but he had a problem
with mandating to e property owner that he incur a lot of expense for the benefit of
staff wishes to convert an area to greens pace. If parking spaces could be allowed on
the west side of the building in compliance with City codes, he would be In favor of
that, especially if the spaces could be designated as handicapped spaces. He thought
it would be better for handicapped Individ~als to be able to park In front of the building
rather then having to navigate through a parking lot in the rear of the building, through
the rear entrance, and then through the bar and an additional doorway to the
restaurant.
Galer said he had no problem with the requested special exceptions. He liked the Idea
of allowing two handicapped spaces In front as long as the parking and tree regulations
would stili be met. Baker agreed. Johnson thought It could be designed to provide a
turnaround. Vogelzang thought the first condition could be reworded to modify the
parking area Immediately west of the building to provide a maximum of two
handicapped spaces. .
MOTION: Vogelzang moved that the Board approve EXC 93-0003, the requested
special exception to permit parking on a separate, but adjacent 100' by 100' property
immediately to the east, and to permit a parking access drive on a separate, but
adjacent 110' by 20' perpetual access easement immediately south of the 1910 S.
Gilbert Street property, subject to the following conditions:
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1. The applicant shall modify the parking area immediately west of the building to
provide a maximum of two handicapped-accessible parking spaces.
2. The applicant shall comply with all parking and tree regulations.
3. The applicant shall secure a curb cut permit and reconstruct the curbing to
realign the south curb cut with the parking access drive.
4. Signage shall be placed to direct patrons of the restaurant/bar to use the south
access drive and to park to the rear of the building.
5. With the City as e party to the agreement, a properly executed agreement for
parking on the Kennedy property shall be recorded.
6. The applicant's perpetual access easement agreement with Derrold M. Foster
shall not be abrogated.
Baker seconded the motion. The motion carried on a 4-0 vote.
2.
EXC 93-0008. Public hearing on a request submitted by Robert G. Shellady for special
exceptions to a) permit an auto and truck oriented use In the CC-2 zone, and b) reduce
the front yard requirement along Muscatine Avenue for property located at 2425
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93-0008, e request to allow an auto and truck oriented use within the CC-2 zone, and
to reduce the front yard raquirement along Muscatine Avenue from 20 feet to 4.45
feet for the 205.foot length of the proposed parking area for property located at 2425
Muscatine Avenue be approved, subject to 1) submission of a site plan that is In
compliance with all applicable City Ordinances, 2) City Forester approval of a
landscaping plan for alternative vegetative screening along Muscatine Avenue, and 3)
removal of the northern curb cut on Wade Street.
Galer clarified that the curb cut along Muscatine Avenue adjacent to the Credit Union
property was to be eliminated with the proposed site development. In response to a
questl,on from Johnson, Denney said a new curb would be constructed when the east
curb cut wes closed. Denney said two letters of support had been received from
neighboring property owners,
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Bob Downer, attorney for the applicant Robert G. Shellady, stated that the proposal
was for the property to be sold to Hills Bank and Trust Co. for an office location. This
development would involve the existing structure If the applicant received the
necessary regulatory epprovel, Including Board approvel of the requested special
exceptions. There would be substantial changes to the building as well as to the site.
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Downer presented a composite photograph of the Muscatlne Avenue frontage, and
indicated where the present curb cuts were located. He pointed out the curb cut
immediately west of the Credit Union property would be closed, Downer said there
was only one matter on which the applicant had disagreement with the staff. This
involved the staff recommendation to close the curb cut at the northwest corner of the
property on Wade Street.
Downer stated that the applicant felt closing the northwest curb cut off Wade Street
would considerably Increase congestion on the site, because of the number of turning
movements that would be necessary within the parking lot for persons accessing the
site through the southwest entrance off ~ade Street. This would result In consider-
able confusion on the site, because only the employees would In all likelihood be
parking in the southwest portion of the parking lot edjacent to that entrance. Downer
said It was felt by the consulting engineers MMS Consultants as well as by Bob Burns,
the architect, that the northwest curb cut would be used primarily as an exit, and the
curb cut off Muscatlne Avenue would be used as an entrance to gain access to parking
convenient to the entrance to the building, Downer cited other properties in the
community with a similar number and configuration of curb cuts.
Downer concluded that the congestion on the site would be considerably decreased
with the removal of the eastern curb cut on Muscatlne Avenue. He said allowing only
two curb cuts for this site would not provide for the most efficient flow of traffic on
this site. Downer stated that the applicant, therefore, requested approval of the
special exceptions as outlined by the staff, but asked that the third condition be
deleted. Donner noted that the primary signage would be immediately west of the
Muscatlne Avenue entrance. The existing signage for Reliable Drug on the northwest
corner of the site would be removed. Downer said with all of the things the applicant
was going to do to develop this property, traffic would be focused on the Muscatlne
Avenue entrance. He thought allowing the northwest access to remain open would
not adversely impact traffic on Wade 'Street.
Dr. Chris Schrock. oartner In Internal medicine at the Towncrest comolex, stated that
his office had been the next door neighbor to the drugstores that had occupied this site
for the last 25 years. Schrock said the drugstores have been great neighbors, and
there have been no problems; however, during the last ten years, there had been very
little done in terms of upgrading the site, He had looked at the Hills Bank plans for the
site, and liked what was being proposed. He thought all of the partners in Towncrest
would look favorably on the Board's approval of the exceptions.
Robert A. Shelledv. son of aoolicant and orooertv owner. Robert G. Shelledv. stated
he was representing his father, who was in ill health. He gave a brief history of the
property. He said his family, like Dr. Schrock, had been concerned about the condition
and appearance of the property, which in a net lease situation Is the responsibility of
the tenant. The current tenant was In Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and not able to
maintain leasehold obligations. He said the family was Impressed with the site
development plan proposed by Hills Bank. He thought it was a first class proposal that
would fit in well with the area, He did not think there was any purchaser of the
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property that could exceed the Hills Bank and Trust Co. in terms of redevelopment of
the property.
Marv Carev stated that her husband is a dentist, who operates a clinic directly across
Muscatlne Avenue from Reliable Drug. She said that she and her husband would be
very pleesed to have the Hills Bank go Into that location.
BOARD DISCUSSION:
In response to a question from Galer, Denney indicated staff's opinion that eliminating
the north curb cut on Wade Street would have a positiv~ impact on the public streets
In that vicinity. Baker asked if a problem was anticipated there based on the expected
level of business. Denney said yes, but staff also had concern about the configuration
being such that southbound traffic waiting to turn left into that entrance could be
blocked, and end up stacking back onto Muscatine Avenue. Baker asked if there were
specific locations where this type of problem existed now. Oenney said he could not
cite specific locations, but there had been cases where concern about this type of
traffic situation hed been raised. Baker asked how staff monitored such situations.
Denney responded that it was primarily done on a complaint basis.
Johnson asked whether any of the curb cuts would be marked specifically as an exit
or an entrance. Downer responded that there were not plans to make any of the curb
cuts a one-way exit or ~ntrance, but if It were determined that there was a problem
that could be alleviated through such signage, that would be considered. Downer said
that it was unlikely that people would use the Wade Street curb cut as an entrance
when the Muscetine Avenue curb cut would be more convenient.
Galer indicated that he had no problems with the requested special exceptions,
especially In light of the way the site existed now and how it would be following
redevelopment. He thought sta'ff had a point with regard to the northwest curb cut
off Wade Street. Baker said he had no difficulty with the specific requested
exceptions. He asked if condition #3 were removed, and it turned out to be a problem,
what recourse would the City have to go back and close that curb cut. Denney felt
there would be limited recourse unless the use of the property changed or the property
owner had to come back to the City for some type of approval. Johnson said if too
many accidents occurred there, something would need to be done.
Vogelzang stated that Hills redevelopment of the site would certainly be a refreshing
change. He did not have a problem leaving the curb cut as it was, In thinking of an
analogous site, even In a more heavily congested traffic situation, he had not
encountered a major traffic problem. He had no problem leaving a third access for this
property. Baker asked about conditioning the special exception to leave the curb cut
there for e year, and if the City documented there was a problem during that year,
then the Board could reconsider whether that curb cut should be closed. Bormann
responded yes, that could be done. She cautioned that the condition would need to
contain very specific wording about who would do the monitoring, what that
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monitoring would entail, and who would make the decision about the curb cut
remaining open or being closed at the end of the year.
Vogelzang asked if there had been any traffic problems reported for this site. Denney
said that he was not aware of any, but staff saw closing the curb cut as a way to
alleviate a potentlel problem. Rockwell stated that two standards for granting special
exceptions needed to be considered by the Board: one was the standard for public
safety and the other was ingress/egress, that is, how people get on and off the site.
The curb cut location could create a problem, particularly if traffic stacked back to the
north Into Muscatine Avenue. The Board would need to consider whether the turning
problems should be internal to the site, or displaced onto a public street. Baker said
that sounded logical, but he thought Downer's point that people would make
adjustments as they began using the site was also logical.
Vogelzang said he agreed with Downer that most people would use the Muscatine
Avenue curb cut to enter the site. Shellady stated that the northwest curb cut had
existed there for 36 years, and as owners of the site, the Shelladys had never received
e complaint or had accident or congestion problems even though a large sign obscuring
the view was located adjacent to that curb cut. He noted that that sign would be
removed as part of the Hills Bank project.
Baker asked if there was a different traffic pattern for a bank than for a drugstore.
Denney said a bank would probably have more vehicles entering and exiting the site
during peak business hours. He said because of the way the on-site circulation had
been designed, there would likely be more vehicles exiting to Wade Street than was
the case now.
Galer asked if there had been engineering consideration given to the particular traffic
flow of the bank facility before the site plan was devised. Downer said that several
site designs had been reviewed. On balance, the site plan submitted was considered
to be the best design. Additionally, Downer stated that the project engineer and
architect had indicated that the northwest entrance met Code requirements for a
minimum 20.foot setback from the corner. Downer said that Dr. Schrock had pointed
out that T owncrest Lane intersected very close to the southwest entrance, and there
could be conflicts between the two if more traffic were concentrated on thet
southwest curbcut.
Johnson said the applicant's closing the east curb cut on Muscatlne Avenue was a
step forward, and of the two streets, there was a lot more traffic on Muscatine
Avenue, a main arterial. She thought it was more Important to reduce curb cuts on
Muscatlne Avenue than on Wade Street. Vogelzang stated that he was in favor of
eliminating condition #3 from the staff recommendetlon. Baker said until a problem
was documented, the curb cut should be left open, He said he would like the City to
have the option of closing the curb cut If a problem was documented. Vogelzang
questioned how that would be determined. Bormann esked who would document it
and who would make the decision. Baker envisioned that City staff would monitor the
situation and document whether there wouid be a problem, and then come back to the
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Board in one year with a recommendation. He stated that it would be up to the Board
to make the decision. Baker seld that would be his preference to avoid a potential
problem in the future.
Downer stated that he had a photograph of the adjacent Credit Union site that showed
comparable entrances to what was proposed for the Hills Bank site; two entrances
from Williem Street and one from Muscatine Avenue. He stated that to the best of his
knowledge, there had been no difficulty with that number and arrangement of
entrances for the Credit Union site. If there was going to be a problem for a similar
use and site arrangement, this could have been ascertained over the past three to four
years that the Credit Union had been using the site. Johnson asked if the northwest
curb cut was marked as an exit only. Shellady said no, it was used as both an
entrance and an exit. He stated that the traffic flow should be vastly improved due
to the site design proposed by Hills Bank.
Galer felt that it was a good point to understand that the Credit Union and the
proposed Hills Bank site designs were almost identical. Galer said that now, it was his
personal preference to approve the requested exceptions, but to eliminate condition
#3. Baker agreed.
MOTION: Johnson moved that the Board approve EXC 93-0008, a request to allow
an auto and truck oriented use within the CC-2 zone, and to reduce the front yard
requirement along Muscatine Avenue from 20 feet to 4.45 feet for the 205-foot length
of the proposed parking area f,or property located at 2425 Muscatlne Avenue, subject
to 1) submission of a site plan that Is in compliance with all applicable City Ordinances,
and 2) City Forester approvel of a landscaping plan for alternative vegetative screening
along Muscatlne Avenue. Vogelzang seconded the motion. The motion was aooroved
bv a 4-0 vote. .
At 6: 15 p.m., Baker excused himself from the meeting. A quorum was still present.
3. EXC 93-0009. Public hearing on a request submitted by the University of Iowa
Community Credit Union, on behalf of property owner Southgate Development, for
special exceptions to a) permit drive-in facilities for a financial Institution in the CN-l
zone, and b) reduce the front yard requirement along Mormon Trek Boulevard for
property located et 825 Mormon Trek Boulevard.
Rockwell reviewed the staff report dated May 12, 1993, Staff recommended that gxc,
93-0009, a special exception to permit a drive,ln facility for a financial Institution in
the CN-l zone, and to reduce the front yard requirement along Mormon Trek Boulevard
from 20 feet to 10 feet for the 207-foot length of the proposed parking area for
property located at 825 Mormon Trek Boulevard be epproved, subject to: 1) a
maximum of three drive-in lanes and an A TM lane being permitted In association with
the branch office fecility; 2) site plan compliance with City Code requirements; and 3)
City Forester approval of a landscape plan for alternative vegetative screening within
a minimum 18.lnch high berm along Mormon Trek Boulevard.
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PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
Garv Aoolebv, Senior Vice-President. Universltv of Iowa Communltv Credit Union,
stated that the Credit Union had been working on this proposal for the past two years
with Southgate Development and Neumann-Monson Architects. He said it was hoped
that construction could begin in late summer or early fall of 1993, with occupancy in
the summer of 1994. Appleby explained that the facility had been designed to
Integrate into the remainder of the development of Walden Square. He emphasized
that the traffic flow had been designed to work independently on the site in case the
Credit Union was the first development to go into the larger tract. He pointed out that
there was not a separate curb cut for the Credit Union site off Mormon Trek Boulevard.
Appleby noted that the number of drive-In lanes hed been cut back by one after
discussion with staff. He presented a graph on peak business times and explained the
Credit Union's need for at least three drive-in lanes in addition to the A TM lane.
Appleby also showed a graph on the geographic distribution of the Credit Union's
checking accounts, and pointed out that the branch office would primarily serve the
surrounding residential neighborhood.
Appleby discussed the need for flexibility on the site plan due to soil conditions. He
also presented a preliminary alternative landscaping plan being proposed for screening
along Mormon Trek Boulevard, and stated that the Credit Union Intended to work
extensively with the City Forester to comply with City requirements for the screening.
Johnson asked about the setback for the Quik-Trip. It looked like it only had a front
yard setback of 10 feet, not 20 feet. She asked If the Quik-Trip had been granted a
special exception. Rockwell replied that the Quik-Trlp was established prior to the
designation of this area as a Neighborhood Commercial Zone, and was nonconforming
in terms of meeting setback requirements for the CN-l zone.
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of what this development would be like, it would certainly be a marvelous addition to
the community. Johnson stated her concern about clean air in that drive-in banks are
frowned on in terms of air pollution. She thought this project was Inviting a certain
amount of air pollution.
Galer asked for clarification on why five lanes were less compatible with the Intent of
the Neighborhood Commercial Zone than four lanes. Rockwell said that following the
Joint Staff meeting on this Item, she had discussed staff concerns with the Credit
Union about the facility's compatibility. The Credit Union responded by submitting an
amendment to the application, which staff felt successfully made the case that the
facility would be a branch office In keeping with the Intent of the Neighborhood
Commercial Zone. She said the Credit Union was also willing to reduce the number
of drive-In lanes by one.
Galer asked if the Credit Union would be just as compatible with the Intent of the zone
with fives lanes rather than four lanes. Rockwell pointed out that this facility would
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be located In a Neighborhood Commercial Zone, which was different from the last
application the Board had considered where a bank was proposed in a more intensive
commercial zone, the CC.2 zone. Staff felt the modification helped the application, but
perhaps more importantly, staff determined that the Credit Union had successfully
documented it would primarily be serving the residential area surrounding this CN.l
zone. Appleby noted thet the modification of the drive-in lanes made the facility more
workable In that it allowed sufficient room for a bypass lane. He said three drive-in
lanes, one ATM lane, and a bypass lane would be adequate for this facility.
Johnson stated that the facility was not directly accessed from Mormon Trek
Boulevard, and the site design and setback of the building and drive.in lanes from the
street were nice features of the proposed development. Vogelzang noted the variety
of screening that the applicant intended to provide. Johnson thought these factors
made it an aesthetically pleasing project near a residential area.
MOTION: Johnson moved that the Board approve EXC 93-0009. a special exception
to permit a drive.in facility for a financial Institution in the CN-l zone, and to reduce
the front yard requirement along Mormon Trek Boulevard from 20 feet to 10 feet for
the 207-l00t length of the proposed parking area for property located at 825 Mormon
Trek Boulevard, subject to: 1) a maximum of three drive.in lanes and an A TM lane
being permitted in association with the branch office facility; 2) site plan compliance
with City Code requirements; and 3) City Forester approval of a landscape plan for
alternative vegetative screening within a minimum 18-inch high berm along Mormon
Trek Boulevard. Vogelzang seconded the motion. The motion carried on a 3.0 vote.
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT INFORMATION:
Rockwell briefly discussed the need for more specificity by Board members when the findings
of fact are discussed prior to each Board decision.
ADJOURNMENT:
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Ernie Galer, Board Chairperson
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PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
May 12, 1993
MEMBERS PRESENT:
John Beasley,
Jennifer Olson,
John Watson
Bill Brandt, Deb Liddell,
Matt Pacha, Dee Vanderhoef,
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Tom Bender
STAFF PRESENT:
Howell, Kriz, Moran, Trueblood
GUESTS:
Jim Murphy, David Murray, Sandy Rhodes, Gary
Watts
FORMAL ACTION
TAKEN:
with regard to the April 14 minutes, Liddell
,stated she had left the meeting prior to the
vote which was taken on the Village Green
South proposal. The minutes reflect that she
was in attendance and voted in the
affirmative; the minutes should reflect that
she did not vote. Moved by Watson. seconded
by Pacha, to approve the minutes of the April
14. 1993 meetina as amended. Unanimous.
Moved by Brandt. seconded bv Olson. to accept
the proposed land in the Windsor Ridae
development. with reasonable contingencies.
Unanimous.
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Moved by Watson. seconded by Vanderhoef. to
enthusiastically endorse the Neiahborhood Open
Space Plan and, recommend that the city Council
adopt it posthaste. AYES: Liddell. Olson.
pacha. Vanderhoef. Watson. Weideman. NAlli
Brandt. ABSTAINING: Beaslev. The motion
carried.
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Moved bv Liddell. seconded bv Beaslev. to
allow the Iowa city Fall Fun Festival to use
Hickory Hill Park as thev did last vear. with
the understanding that this is not an ongoina
arranaement and encouraae the Festival
Committee to seek other appropriate space for
future use. Unanimous.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION: Jim Murphy addressed the commission with
respect Hickory Hill Park. He stated a
substantial amount of fence still remains in
the park, and the average person would still
see a boundary between two sections. He was
also concerned with cattle fencing still
remaining in the area to the north and east of
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the Press-citizen property, and the
possibility of livestock being put in this
area again to graze. Trueblood stated part of
the fence had been removed, but that some of
the fence still remained because the surveyor
would like to show staff certain things prior
to the fence being taken completely down.
Trueblood stated he was contacted by Mr.
Gatens last week inquiring as to when the city
would be putting up fence to prevent his
cattle from going onto city property. He
noted the rule of thumb is that the two
property owners share the cost, but according
to state Code the city would have to bear the
cost if Mr. Gatens or the Press-citizen would
not agree to share in the cost. Trueblood
indicated he will likely be negotiating for
shared cost. He also indicated that the city
is not required by law to put up a fence. He
noted the land Mr. Gatens is referring to is
not owned by the city but by the Press-
citizen. Murphy asked if the Press-citizen
was aware of this situation, with Trueblood
stating he did not think so. Murphy stated
Gatens does not pay the Press-Citizen for use
of their land, and if they were aware of this
problem they might take a different position
on his use of the land.
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Trueblood stated staff plans to remove the
remainder of the fence as soon as possible,
noting staff is extremely busy trying to catch
up with their mowing responsibilities.
Weideman suggested maybe some group may be
interested in helping to remove the fence,
with Murphy stating he would talk with a
couple different groups to see if they would
be interested in doing so.
WINDSOR RIDGE
DEVELOPMENT:
Gary Watts was present to address the
commission with respect to possible land
donation in Windsor Ridge development. He
stated they are willing to gift to the city 5+
acres for parkland within the proposed
annexation area, in addition to a 13 acre site
to the Iowa city community School District.
Watts stated he was present to determine if
the commission feels conceptually they would
accept the property and to receive feedback as
to what the commission would like to see done
to this area. He noted that the 5+ acres are
mainly low lying areas, providing a natural
run off for the farm. He pointed out an area
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that is adjacent to the nursery in Scott Park
which could possibly accommodate playground
equipment. Weideman asked if they would be
willing to assist with building trails, with
Watts stating he was willing to listen to what
the commission would want from them. Weideman
stated in the last year there have been
several concerns expressed about what people
want the commission to do with green space,
wi th some wanting open passive areas, more
trails which are probably capable of existing
with open passive areas, and others expressing
a need for play equipment. She noted the
narrow areas are the most logical place for a
trail system and open green space. There were
questions about elevation, cost of proposed
homes, size of lots, and how the green space
would tie into surrounding areas. Liddell
stated passive space is more important in this
type of neighborhood due to the large size of
the lots, noting people would probably provide
their own play equipment. Weideman stated the
area should be designed in such a way as to
reflect what the area residents would want;
Le. walking/bike paths. Trueblood stated in
the final analysis there would be certain
conditions that would need to be met prior to
the city accepting the, property, similar to
the areas in the Hunters Run and village Green
South Subdivisions. Moved by Brandt, seconded
bv Olson. to acceot the orooosed land in the
Windsor Ridge develooment. with reasonable
continqencies. Unanimous.
ICE RINK FACILITY David Murray, President of the Senior Men's
PROPOSAL: Hockey Association, addressed the commission
relative to an initial proposal for an ice
rink facility in Iowa city. The proposal had
been sent to the commission in their meeting
packet. The proposal addressed why Iowa city
needs an ice facility; who would rent ice
time; experience of other centers in Iowa;
costs of building, how to finance and
operating income; and timetable for
development. Murray indicated a commission '
subcommittee had explored the possibility of
an ice rink in 1989. He stated that based on
Iowa city's population and demographics, the
city would less likely have to absorb the cost
of running the facility as is the case in some
communities, and felt the facility can be
profitable. He stated he felt the cost
estimates and operating costs he furnished
were conservative, He indicated he had
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discussed this proposal with some groups who
indicated they would be interested in
contributing towards the development of such a
facility. There was discussion on the cost
estimates, type of building, ice facilities in
surrounding communi ties, and rental of ice
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and noted the committee had talked to vendors
and individuals knowledgeable about ice rinks.
At that time the cost estimate was 1.5 to 2
million dollars. Murray stated that may have
been due to quotes received from companies
that included the building cost. He indicated
the building could be constructed by a local
contractor, and ice making equipment purchased
separately. Murray stated the proposal is for
a metal structure, with the ice rink area
being unheated and not air conditioned.
Trueblood stated the newly proposed Waterloo
facility will cost 4 million dollars.
Weideman asked Murray if he had thought about
possible locations for such a facility.
Murray stated they would like to see the
facility located on a bus route, noting an
area near Hawkeye Court apartments. Watson
questioned the possibility of a combined Iowa
city/Cedar Rapids facility somewhere between
the two cities. Murray stated he felt Iowa
ci ty had enough of a market to support a
facility, noting the large number of
University students. Brandt asked if the
university of Iowa had been contacted to
determine if they would be willing to help
finance an ice facility, with Murray
indicating he had not made a formal
presentation to the university as yet.
Brandt noted the proposal did not address the
cost of liability insurance. Trueblood stated
the city would be liable if the facility was
operated by the city. Murray noted he was a
physician and injury profiles show that ice
skating is lower as far as potential injury to
participants than soccer and softball.
Weideman asked for staff's viewpoint with
regard to the proposal. Trueblood stated the
department would love to have a ice facility
in Iowa city, but still needed to be convinced
that a facility could be built for the amount
of money indicated in the proposal. He
indicated the proposal did not include
parking, and such a building would need a
sizeable parking lot. Trueblood stated Iowa
city did not need the type of facility
Waterloo is building, but would want something
more than a shell of a building with ice.
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OPEN SPACE PLAN:
Watson stated the subcommittee in 1989 decided
it was not feasible to construct an ice
facility, noting also it was not high on the
department's priority list. Trueblood stated
at that time the University had indicated no
interest in helping finance such a facility.
Weideman stated her concern with respect to
this proposal is the city does not have the
funds to renovate the Iowa City Girls'
softball fields which is a high priority.
Murray stated an ice facility would be used by
individuals ranging in age from youth to
senior citizens. Brandt noted the failure of
the park/sports complex referendum. Brandt
stated he would like to see private investors
take this project on, with the city helping in
finding a site for the facility. Vanderhoef
asked if Johnson County had been contacted,
with Murray indicating he would be discussing
this project with them and other groups.
There was discussion on how the city would
fund such a facility, with Trueblood noting it
would probably require a referendum.
Weideman acknowledged the good job done by
Murray in bringing the proposal before the
commission. She asked Murray to keep the
commission inform3d as to his discussions with
other groups. She stated the commission would
be interested in learning if other groups
would be willing to help finance an ice
facility. Trueblood stated the City Council
would be prioritizing city-wide capital
improvement projects for the period of 1993
through 2000. He noted all park and
recreation projects that create new facilities
such as an ice arena would be prioritized.
Moved bv Watson. seconded bv Vanderhoef. to
enthusiastically endorse the Neiahborhood Oeen
Seace Plan and recommend that the citv Council
adoet it eosthaste.
Liddell questioned whether concerns had been
resolved regarding secondary school sites
being included as open space; Watson indicated
the secondary school sites were removed.
Liddell asked if there were any other
significant changes made to the draft which
the commission received in January.
Vanderhoef stated most changes dealt with
Changing wording to be more proactive (i. e.
changing "should" to "will", etc.).
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the city Council the next step would be to
pass an ordinance, which would implement this
plan. Beasley asked if the plan would require
developers to donate a certain percentage of
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would depend on where the development was, and
if open space is needed in the area as to
whether or not the plan would require donation
of land or payment of an impact fee, He
stated the fee would be connected with the
existing value of the land. Beasley asked
what the reaction of developers has been.
Watson indicated that Dee Vanderhoef and Casey
Cook met with the Home Builders Association,
and asked Vanderhoef for her input.
Vanderhoef stated the group had questions,
noting some of which were not answered since
an ordinance has not been written yet, but
they had not indicated any opposition to the
plan. Watson felt developers realize open
space would be an asset to their development
and raise the value of the property to have
green space. Brandt and Beasley stated they
have heard comments about how difficult it is
for developers to get a development project
approved. Brandt stated many developers are
going outside the city limits to avoid having
to go through the city's process. Beasley
stated the law firm he works for represents
some developers, and he would have to abstain
from voting on this matter.
Weideman stated it was the commission's duty
to make sure the city creates sufficient green
space and parks for the community. She stated
the reality is that a person cannot develop
new land without providing for additional
green space for the residents, and the
Neighborhood Open Space Plan is a way to
develop fair, objective criteria.
Olson stated she was pleased with the
Neighborhood open Space Plan. Liddell stated
she was very much in favor of the plan.
Weideman stated a lot of work was done to
accomplish what the commission originally set
out to do, and praised the members of the
committee for their commitment and dedication.
Weideman called for a vote on the motion.
AYES: Liddell, Olson, Pacha, Vanderhoef,
Watson, Weideman. NAYS: Brandt. ABSTAINING:
Beasley. (Bender not in attendance.) 'The
motion carried.
YOUTH ISSUES:
Kevin Berg, Crime Prevention Officer with the
Iowa city Police Department, was invited to
address the commission with respect to youth
issues, and the possible relationship to the
Parks and Recreation Department. Kevin Berg
stated he is involved with MECCA in their
Project Safe, which is a community-wide
coalition to attack drug abuse problems, and
is on the Downtown Task Force. He noted there
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FESTIVAL REQUEST:
has been a lot of discussion about alternative
activities for youth. He indicated the things
he hears from youth is that they would like a
non-alcoholic bar where they can go and dance,
a skate park where they can rollerblade and
skateboard, and he is asked questions about an
ice skating rink as well as a rollerskating
rink. He also noted that within Iowa city
there is no place for mountain bikers to go.
He stated the complaints he receives with
respect to the plaza generally relate to
language used and appearance of individuals.
He indicated he receives a lot of questions
with why the city is not providing more
alternative activities for youth. He
acknowledged the dances sponsored by the
Recreation Division. The successful dances
have been the ones for Junior High students,
with the ones for High School students not
well attended. Berg stated it may be the
stigma attached to going to a dance at the
Recreation Center, noting the location makes a
big difference. He indicated the Friday night
concerts on the plaza, being organized by the
Downtown Association this summer is a step in
the right direction. The concerts will
provide a wide variety of music that will
attract a diverse crowd. He encouraged
promotion of similar activities that would
attract and bring more diversity to the
downtown area. Trueblood extended an open
invitation to Berg to keep in touch with the
commission and staff.
Weideman stated Regina High School was once
again asking permission to use a portion of
Hickory Hill Park for their 1993 Fall Fun
Festival Softball Tournament. Last year
Regina High School was granted permission to
use a portion of Hickory Hill Park which is
adjacent to the school's property. Liddell
asked Brandt if Regina had other alternatives
and if this was an ongoing request. Brandt
indicated there were no other alternatives,
and he did not think it would be an ongoing
request. Liddell referred to past discussions
regarding setting precedents, and questioned
what the commission would do if other groups
approached them for permission to do the same.
She stated she did not have a problem with the
request last year, being under the impression
that it was a one time request. She noted
recent discussions about how the commission
envisioned Hickory Hill Park and its use.
Vanderhoef stated she had no problem with
Regina High school using the park again,
noting they were good citizens cleaning up
after their use last year, and the city did
not incur any cost. Olson agreed with Liddell
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RECREATION TOUR:
PARKS &
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FOUNDATION REPORT:
RIVERFRONT &
NATURAL AREAS
COMMISSION REPORT:
about the need to further discuss the use of
Hickory Hill Park. She stated she had no
problem with Regina using the park, noting it
appeared there was no impact on the park by
Regina using it last year. Beasley indicated
he did not object to Regina using the park,
noting it helped out a good cause. Weideman
indicated she would be willing to let Regina
use the park another year with the
understanding that they would look for another
place for next year's event. Weideman stated
the next discussion relative to Hickory Hill
Park should focus on the use of it, and this
discussion would be scheduled for the August
meeting. Moved bv Liddell. seconded bv
Beaslev. to allow the Iowa citv Fall Fun
~:;ti~~~ to use Hickorv Hill Park as thev did
st e_r. with the understanding that this is
~~t r~ ~nao~~ arranaement and encouraae the
st'va Co ittee to seek other ao~rooriate
space for future use. Unanimous.
The commission discussed possible dates and
sites for the annual tour of Parks and
Recreation facilities. Weideman stated she
would like to tour the Hunters Run area, and
other parcels which have been recently donated
to the city, such as Whispering Meadows.
After discussion, the consensus of the
commission was to tentatively cancel the June
meeting, and to schedule the park tour for
Wednesday, July 7, beginning with a short
meeting at 4:30 p.m.
Brandt reported receipts and stationery had
been printed up for the Foundation; Beasley is
working on the 3 on 3 basketball tournament;
and Pacha is working on the sale of Foundation
t-shirts. Brandt recommended that the
commission and their families participate in
the Hospice Run in october.
Liddell reported the trails study is coming
together nicely, noting graphics have been
drawn up, and they are working with Bill
oglesby and the university of Iowa media
center to put together a slide show. She
stated there was discussion as to the
possibility of using the Parks and Recreation
Foundation fund as a pool for which people may
be able to earmark money for trails, thereby
eliminating duplication of a lot of effort.
The University of Iowa brought in an engineer
to conduct a bike feasibility study for the
university and surrounding community, which
may give data points for trails. She stated
the Riverfront and Natural Areas Commission
would like to know the progress of the Ned
Ashton Gateway. Trueblood stated there has
been no more progress. He noted this project
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no change, and thought the project would be
completed this construction season.
Vanderhoef asked about the change to the trail
system relative to the Sand Lake area, with
Liddell stating the proposed trail will go on
the east side of the river between Sand Lake
and the river instead of the west side of the
river, in deference to members' concerns and
due to the fact there is more public land on
the west side.
COMMISSION TIME:
Beasley asked about the purchase of land for
the Benton Street Pocket Park, with Trueblood
sta'ting this was the Ned Ashton Gateway and
the city already owned the property.
Olson indicated this was her last commission
meeting. She stated it was a privilege
serving on the commission, regretted having to
resign. She stated she would be leaving in
the middle of June for, Norway to fill a
research position.
Brandt stated a gentleman had stopped him
regarding Babe Ruth Baseball, who was not
happy with the city's cooperation in getting
the Babe Ruth diamonds ready for play and
getting permission to use a city tractor.
Moran stated he had talked with John Roesler
and had informed him the fields are completed
in priority order according to when each
league starts, and stated he was unaware of
the other matter. Trueblood indicated staff
would follow up on the matter, with Brandt
stating he would take care of it.
Vanderhoef stated she was curious as to who
adopted parks, with Trueblood indicating a
number of parks had been adopted. He stated a
sign is erected in each park that is adopted
that indicates the group who adopted it. She
asked why the men's softball team numbers were
down, with Moran stating he thought teams were
signing up for the Co-Recreational Oi vision
since enrollment in this division was up.
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Caoital Imorovement Proaram. The CIP
information which had been submitted to the
city Council had been sent to the commission.
He stated the City Council would discuss
prioritization of the city-wide capital
improvement program on May 25th. He stated
the commission will be able to review the City
Council's prioritization to give their
reaction to it.
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Colleae Green Park. Staff received a letter
from Pam Michaud who felt there still were too
many lights, and suggesting the siren be moved
from the park to the civic Center or the new
parking ramp. Trueblood stated he talked with
the Fire Chief about moving the siren, and the
siren cannot be put on the parking ramp unless
it is on a 30 foot pole1 therefore, for now
the siren will remain in College Green Park.
As to the progress of the renovation project,
the sod and remaining trees will be put in
within the next week or S01 volunteers from
the Noon optimist Club will be installing the
new playground equipment on May 211 Project
Green is putting together a volunteer effort
to erect the gazebo 1 and all work should be
completed by mid-June.
New Commission Member. John Pelton has been
appointed to fill the unexpired term created
by Jennifer Olson.
ADJOURNMENT:
Moved bv Beasley. ,seconded bv Olson. to
adjourn. Unanimous. The meeting adjourned at
8:40 p.m.
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rOWA CITY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MAY 20, 1993 - 7:30 P.M.
CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS
PREU~~UNARY
SubJect to Approval
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ann BovbJerg, Casey Cook, Sally Dierks, Dick Gibson, Tom Scott,
George Starr
Pele Cooper
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
CALL TO ORDER:
Bormann, Mlklo, Moen, RockyJell, Schreiber
Chalrperson Scott called the meeting to order at 7:36 p,m,
RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL:
1. ReCommend to the City Council by a 6-0 vote that It forward a comment to the Johnson County
Board of Supervisors finding that CZ-9313.the request to rezone a 1,0 acre tract from A1, Rural,
to RS, Suburban Residential, Is Inconsistent with the current, mutually agreed upon Fringe Area
Policy for Area 1. The Commission acknowledges that the Fringe Area Policy Is presently under
review by a joint committee of the Iowa City and Johnson County Planning and Zoning
Commissions,
2. Recommend approval by a 6-0 vote of SUB 93-0006. the final plat of Mt. Prospect, Part IV,
a 16-lot, 5,06 acre residential subdivision located east of Sycamore Street, north of lakeside
,Drive, and west of Grant Wood Elementary School subject to staff approval of legal documents,
Including an amended ancillary agreement regarding stormwater management, prior to City
Council consideration of the final plat.
3. Recommend approval by a 6-0 vote of SUB 93-0007, the preilmlnary and final plat of Walden
Square, Part Two, a 3-lot, 8.7 acre commercial SUbdivision located north of Westwlnds Drive and
west of Mormon Trek Boulevard In the CN-1 zone, subject to approval of the legal papers by the
City Attomey's OIllce prior to Council consideration of the plat and City approval of the
landscaplnglwalkway plan for the vegetative screen south of Westwlnds Drive.
4, Recommend to the City Council by a 5-0 vole that It forward a comment to the Johnson
County Board 01 Supervisors finding that CU-9306. an application by River Products Company
for a condltlonal use permit to expand an existing limestone quarry located south of Highway 6
West and west of Deer Creek Road SW In Fringe Area 1 be approved subject to 1) the permit
being Issued for a period of twenty years, at which time a new permit must be granted or the
operations must cease, and 2) Items a, b, and c as noted In the Coralville Planning and Zoning
Commission recommendation, which are as follows: a) appropriate control of the dust In and
along access to the quarry, exclUding the portion of the road going to the south since this Is used
primarily by county trucks and should be county responsibility, b) attorneys for all parties
concerned drafting an agreement whereby, at such time as the now county road Immediately east
of the quarry would need to be paved as a city streeVarterial, River Products would pay an
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amount not to exceed that of the property owners on the east side of the road, and c) a stop sign
being Installed at the V-Intersection with the north/south road,
PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANY ITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA:
There was none,
ZONING ITEMS:
1, REZ 93-0006. Public discussion of an application submitted by Schlntler Brothers
Construction Company to rezone a 12,5 acre tract of land from ID.RS, Interim Development
Single-Family Residential, to RS-5, Low Density Single-Family Residential, located on the west
side of Sycamore Street south of Burns Avenue, (45- day limitation period: waived to May 20,
1993,)
Mlklo reported staff had received a letter from the applicant withdrawing this application,
2, REZ 92.0009, Public discussion of an application submitted by Joan Hart to rezone properties
located on the north side of Jefferson Street between Linn and Van Buren Streets and property
located on the south side of Jefferson Street between Gilbert and Van Buren Streets from CB-2,
Central Business Service, to RIO, Residential Office, a proposed zone. (45-day limitation period:
waived to May 20, 1993.)
(Sally Dierks arrived at 7:37 p,m.)
Mlklo said this application was originally submitted In September 1992, requesting rezoning of this
area to CO-l, CommerclaVOfflce. He said after public discussion of the application, the
Commission requested staff to prepare alternative zoning classifications for consideration,
Mlklo explained the proposed RIO, ResldentlaVOffice, zone currently before the Commission
would be a mixture of the City's CO-l and RM.20 zones, He noted this zone would bring Into
conformance most of the residential structures In the area as they currently exist; currently
residences on the first floor are legal non,confonmlng uses In a CB-2 zone,
Mlklo said one of the major changes between the proposed RIO zone and the current CB.2 zone
would be that the more Intense commerclal uses would not be allowed, InClUding auto- and truck-
oriented uses, hotel, motels, and convention facilities, and the retail uses that are traditionally
found In the downtown area.
(Bonmann arrived at 7:40 p,m.)
Mlklo showed on a map the area to which the requested RIO zoning would apply as well as the
larger CB-2 zone In this area of the City, He noted a draft of the proposed RIO zoning has been
supplied to all property owners within the area; all property owners In the area and all property
owners within 200 feet were notified of this meeting,
Public discussion opened at 7:40 p,m.
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Joan Hart. 328 East Jefferson Street, said she and her neighbors have been attempting to
downzone this neighborhood for over a year. She said after some preliminary discussion with
the City Planning Department, Jan Dull and she felt the only hope of a change in zone would be
for a CO-l designation. She noted she made application for a zone change to CO-1 on June 16,
1992; since that time, the persons In her neighborhood have investigated a variety of zones that
would not only preserve the residential character of their small neighborhood but would also
promote Its regeneration. She said the residents have seen the need to allow for some
commercial uses to help preserve their residential streetscape.
Hart said although it Is a small neighborhood, It Is a highly visible area due to Its location close
to the University and the downtown area. She said their neighborhood has been a distinct,
residential neighborhood existing within a commercial area since the turn of the century, Hart
said with the adoption the RIO zone, there Is a special opportunity to preserve a unique and
hlstorlcal neighborhood that gives Iowa City part of Its great charm and individuality. She said
some of the homes in these blocks have significance in Iowa City history and architecture and
have housed some of Iowa City's prominent citizens, She said neighborhoods such as theirs
used to be common In Iowa City; sh,e is hoping this neighborhood can be a model for the
preservation of even more such neighborhoods.
Hart said the RIO zone would allow for the flexibility of mixed residential and commercial uses
while encouraging the conllnued residential neighborhood visage, She reiterated this
neighborhood has been residential since before the turn of the century; it was zoned residential
until 1983 and since that time, only one business has chosen to locate in the neighborhood. She
said 4 of the 5 homes In the 300 block are stili owner occupied; the two homes at the end of the
block that are owned by Saint Mary's Church have been converted to office space while retaining
the character of individual homes. She said the 400 block consists of one business, some owner
occupied homes, and some apartment homes, She noted new families have moved into the 400
block, giving the residents hope for the rebuilding of more residences.
Hart said environmentally conscious people who are employed at the University and downtown
are attracted to the option of being able to waik to work, church and businesses in the area. She,
noted there are over a dozen churches within a three block radius of her home,
Hart said It Is important to be conscious that a commercial zone designation does not meet the
needs of a residential neighborhood. She said in order to foster regeneration and good
maintenance of residences, It is necessary to have a zoning designation of Residential, She
noted several appraisers have complimented her on the quality of her home, but have also toid
her the appraisal value Is diminished due to Its location In a strictly commercial zone. She said
It is impossible to obtain a long-term mortgage at the most favorable percentage rates from one
of the national loan companies; the regulations 01 these companies are very strict and prohibit
residential loans In a commercial zone designation. She said If long-term, favorabie loan rates
were available, residents could plan for renovation projects on their properties,
Hart said the residents of this neighborhood are gralefullhatthe newly designed RIO zone has
been wrltten to be flexible in promoting the continued use for residential living, while allowing
commercial uses in a manner which will preserve the residential character, She said this zone
designation also meels major concerns of the City In reducing curb cuts along Jefferson Street;
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reduced now of traffic in and out of businesses on Jefferson Street promotes greater safety for
the City's fire and police departments located on Gilbert and Washington Streets and for
emergency vehicles traveling to Mercy Hospital, She said It allows for greater ease of the
continuous flow of traffic on Jefferson Street leaving the downtown.
Hart said the residents of this neighborhood have been working for a year to find a formula for
allowing an old original residential neighborhood to thrlve and to accommodate some commercial
uses, She said the residents who have signed the petition she will present to the Commission
look forward to living together with the plan for a RIO zoning designation,
Hart said that staff's proposal to redesign the CB-2 zone would not meet the residents' requested
needs and would take much more time ,to complete; that time leaves their neighborhood
vulnerable to unacceptable commercial exploitation. She requested the Commission consider
going forward with the RIO zoning designation, '
Hart sald she had spoken with Steve van der Woude, the current president of Frlends of Hlstorlc
Preservation, who reiterated that Friends are highly supportive of the preservation of this
neighborhood and will be pleased with a zoning designation that both encourages the
preservation and malntenance of old homes even If those homes are converted to commercial
uses, and that discourages the demise of these homes for more apartment complexes. Hart said
the Hlstorlc Preservation Commission passed a resolution favorlng zoning which would preserve
the facade of the streetscape; Chalrperson Doug Russell told her the Hlstorlc Preservation
Commission would be happy to Include this zoning Issue on their June 9 agenda,
Hart presented the petition to the Commission. She noted Mr, lItar Bacall, 25 North Van Buren,
has said he supports the proposed RIO zoning but was unable to retum to Iowa City to sign the
petition.
Hart said an RIO zone Is advantageous for the following reasons: It specifically addresses and
promotes continued residential use, which Is currently the major use of this neighborhood; It
allows commercial use of old residences with the Intention of preserving the residential
streetscape; It prevents high Intensity auto-oriented businesses, which would quickly destroy this
unique and hlstorlc nelghporhood; It will provide a good model for use In other neighborhoods
that are a combination of residential and commercial uses; and It Is a zone that Is designed to
give preservationists some clout to their words,
Ann Bumslde, 618 Rolands Street, sald as an officer of the Northslde Neighborhood Association,
she was present to support the proposed RIO zone, not only because this neighborhood Is an
entryway to the northslde but also as an effort by the residents In this area to preserve and
restore their area as a working, livable neighborhood,
Michael Hart. 328 East Jefferson Street. urged the Commission to approve the proposed RIO
zoning designation for this area, He said he feels It Is advantageous to everyone and Is an honest
attempt by a neighborhood to do what Is best for the neighborhood and the community, He noted
the zoning would not be set In stone and could be changed several years In the future If the
community wishes to see the downtown grow,
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Mike Havercamp, 109 North Van Buren Street, urged the Commission to support the proposed
zoning designation, He sald the RIO zoning Is a good compromise that would not alter the
neighborhood from Its current character, He said he feels the CB-2 zoning Is not reflective of the
neighborhood as it exists,
PUbflc discussion closed at 7:54 p.m.
Gibson moved to defer REZ 92.0009 to June 3, 1993. Dierks seconded.
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Gibson sald he feels there Is a high level of support by the Commission for the residents' wishes;
however, the Commission Is faced with a recommendation from the staff that a revision of the CB-
2 zone would be a more appropriate way to deal with this issue than creating a new zone for this
small area. He noted the strong support of the neighborhood to the proposed RIO zoning
designation.
Cook said he favors an alternative that allows conversion to office uses, He said he likes the fact
the proposed RIO zone allows adaptive re-use of the buildings In this neighborhood to preserve
the character of the neighborhood. He said he Is predisposed In favor of the proposal bulthe
Commission must determine If the staff's concerns outweigh the positive aspects of this proposal.
Dierks asked If staff's proposal to modify the CB.2 zone would alleviate problems with obtaining
long-term mortgages at favorable rales. Mlklo replied, according to bankers he has spoken wllh,
mortgage decisions are based on the character of the neighborhood more than the zoning
designation,
In response to a question from Dierks, MlkJo said the Woodlawn area is zoned AS-8 with a
historic preservation overlay. He said it Is normally not advisable to zone an area as a historic
district and maintain a higher density underlying zone that would encourage redevelopment of the
buildings; the two zones would be somewhat In conflict.
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Bovbjerg said she does not feel that one and one-half blocks Is an Inappropriate area to have
Its own zoning desIgnation. Scott said the character of this neighborhood has not changed In
neariy 30 years regardless of high density residential zoning from 1962 to 1983 and commercial
zoning since 1983. He noted the Intensity of the residential uses have changed In the last 10 to
15 years.
Scott said the Intent of the proposed RIO zone Is to provide for the stabilization of residential
areas which are located In transitional areas from commercial to residential or lower density
commercial uses, He said he likes the flexibility to allow for conversion to other uses of the
homes while maintaining the physical Integrity of the neighborhood. He added the RIO zone may
be useful for other neighborhoods In the future through the neighborhood planning procass. Scott
said he was In strong support of the proposed RIO zoning designation.
The motion carried on a 6-0 vote.
3, CZ.9313. Public discussion of an application submltled to Johnson County by Kathy Mae
Holeton to rezone a one acre parcel located at 2996 Neuzil Road SW from A 1, Rural, to RS,
Suburban Residential, This parcells located In Fringe Area 1, Immediately north of Neuzil Road
SW and west of Kansas Avenue SW. '
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the construction of an addlUonal slngle.famlly residential home. She said the 80 acre parcel
already has one house on It that Is regarded as a farmstead; the second house Is to be occupied
by the farm owner's daughter,
Moen noted this fanm Is located in Fringe Area 1, approximately 1/2 mile to the east of border of
the Iowa City Fringe Area, She explained within Fringe Area 1, there Is the broad policy that
agricullural development Is preferred and that residential uses for farm family purposes only are
permitted. She said the additional residence that Is being propos,ed Is not consistent with the
Fringe Area Policy as It presenlly exists, She said It Is staff's opinion that the development of the
house as proposed Is not a residential use for farm family purposes and therefore, does not
conform with the current Fringe Area Policy.
Moen said as a result of the Commission's deliberations at their May 17 work session, staff has
revised the recommendation to Indicate thai staff encourages the Planning and Zoning
Commission to forward a comment to the Board of Supervisors finding that this request Is
Inconsistent with the current, mutually agreed upon Fringe Area Policy, but also acknowledging
that the Fringe Area Policy Is presently under review by a Joint committee of both the Iowa City
Planning and Zoning Commlsslqn and the Johnson County Zoning Commission. She noted this
request would be consistent with the subcommlltee's recommendation for amending the Fringe
Area Agreement but discussion of proposed amendments Is only In the Infant stages so It Is
premature to predict the final outcome once the proposed amendments go through the formal
hearing processes at both the City and County levels.
Public discussion opened at 8:11 p,m.
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Ralph Neuzil, 2520 MaYfield, sald he was In attendance representing Charles, Robert, and Minnie
Neuzil and Kathy Holeton, He said the tract of land In question has been In the Neuzil family for
over 100 years and the family fully Intends to keep the farm In the Neuzil family. Neuzil explained
his uncle passed away recently and the requested home Is so that Kathy Holeton can live closer
to and care for her 78 year old mother,
Neuzil asked that the Commission allow the home to be buill although the home will not be used
for farming purposes. He sald the farm Is In CRP for the next 8 to 10 years, He noted other
families In the area have been allowed a second home to be built for convenience more than for
farming purposes.
In response to a question from Scott, Neuzil sald the County Zoning Committee recommended
approval to the Board of Supervisors by a 5.0 vote, In response to a question from Dierks, Neuzil
said there Is currently one home on the tract. In response 10 a question from Bovbjerg, Neuzil
explained Kathy Holeton needs to obtain financing In order to build the home; because of the
needed financing, the bank requires the one acre lot to be split from the farmstead.
Charles Neuzil. 2217 Arizona Avenue, urged the Commission to recommend approval of the
requested rezoning, He noted similar residences have been allowed in the area.
Marvin Holeton, 1564 Pralrle du Chien Road, asked the Commission to recommend approval of
the requested rezoning.
Ralph Neuzil explained Minnie Neuzil and Kathy Holeton could not attend the meeting because
they are In Washington D.C. on business,
Public discussion closed at 8:26 p.m.
Gibson moved to recommend to the City Council that It forward a comment to the Johnson
County Board of Supervisors finding that CZ.9313, the request 10 rezone a 1.0 acre tract
from A1, Rural, to RS, Suburban Residential, Is Inconsistent with the current, mutually
agreed upon Fringe Area Polley for Area 1. The Commission acknowledges that the Fringe
Area Polley Is presently under review by a Joint committee of the Iowa City and Johnson
County Planning and Zoning Commissions, BovbJerg seconded,
Gibson said the Commission and the Council would be put In awkward position to recommend
otherwise given the current Fringe Area Policy,
Scott said he was swayed by the personal need for the elderly to live Independently In their own
homes. He noted the City took exception to their zoning requirements and allowed for provisions
for accessory apartments In residential zones; this request falls Into that same Intent. He noted
the tract Is located at the edge of the Fringe Area and this area Is under discussion for revisions
that would allow this request. Scott sald he supports the request.
BovbJerg said It Is difficult when reality comes up against rules and regulations, which are set out
for very good reasons.
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Dierks agreed with the commenis made by Scott and sald she feels the Commission should
support the request.
The motion carried on a 6-0 vote.
DEVELOPMENT ITEMS:
1. SUB 93.0006. Public discussion of an application submitted by Frantz Construction Co, for
final plat approval of Mt, Prospect, Pari VI, a 16.lot, 5.06 acre residential subdivision located east
of Sycamore Street, north of lakeside Drive, and west of Grant Wood Elementary School, (45-
day limitation period: June 24, 1993.)
MlI<lo reported the deficlencles and dlscrepancles listed In the staff report have been resolved,
He noted there had been discussion at the May 17 Informal meeting regarding the width of the
sidewalk between Palmer Circle and the School District property. He said the school district
prefers a six foot wide walk because of the concern of and past experience with vehicles driving
on eight foot walks that the school district owns elsewhere.
Mlklo sald City Engineer Rick Fosse confirmed that stormwater from other parts of the Mt.
Prospect subdivision Is currently diverted onto other property owned by the developer and does
not affect any of the surrounding residential structures.
Mlklo sald staff recommends approval subject to City Attorney approval of the legal papers prior
to Council consideration of the plat.
Public discussion opened at 8:35 p.m.
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Public discussion closed at 8:35 p.m.
SCOII moved to approve SUB 93.()006 for final plat approval of Mt. Prospect, Part IV, a 16-
lot, 5.06 acre residential subdivision located east of Sycamore Street, north of lakeside
Drive, and west of Grant Wood Elementary School subject to staff approval of legal
documents, Including an amended ancillary agreement regarding stormwater management,
prior to City Council consideration of the final plat. Gibson seconded. The motion carried
on a 6'() vote.
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2, SUB 93,0007. Public discussion of an application submitted by Braverman Development,lnc.
for preliminary and final plat approval of Walden Square, Pari Two, a 3.101, 8,7 acre commercial
subdivision located north of Westwlnds Drive and west of Mormon Trek Boulevard In the CN-l
zone, (45.day limitation period: June 17, 1993.)
Rockwell said the stormwater management requirements had previously been mel for the site,
She stated the construction plans and a Grading and Erosion Control Plan would not be required
as a part of the plat approval process, but would be submitted as part of site plan review as each
of these lots Is developed.
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Rockwell sald the legal papers should Incorporate the original subdivider's agreement for Walden
Square by reference to retaln the sidewalk and stormwater management provisions. The legal
papers should also Include a maintenance agreement for the vegetative screen, which the
applicant Is proposing to provide on the south side Westwlnds Drtve. The 30 foot planting
easement includes an eight toot wide walkway, She said staff heartily supports the alternative
vegetative screening and walkway elements of this proposal.
Rockwell sald the Commission raised two concems at lis May 17 Informal meeting, She noted
the first concern ralsed involved the location of the driveway In the center of the future UniversitY
of Iowa Community Credit Union property; there was concern the driveway was too close to the
Intersection with Mormon Trek Boulevard. She reported the driveway Is approximately 93 feet
away from that Intersection; that it would function prtmartly as an entrance. She Indicated the site
design encourages vehicles to exit to the west, which will diminish the two way traffic that would
occur from the Credit Union on Westwinds Drive. She added If stacking occurs due to turning
movements on Westwlnds Drtve, the traffic Is more likely to back up on the site than on a public
street. Rockwell noted the driveway tonms a T-intersecllon with Westwlnds Drtve; It Is unlikely
additional driveways will be constructed opposite the proposed drtveway, because that area Is in
a stormwater management easement.
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sidewalk along Mormon Trek Boulevard. She said both the City Engineer Rick Fosse and
Transportation Planner Jeff Davidson Indicated It would be Inconsistent to have an eight foot wide
walk In this area since there Is already a four foot wide sidewalk constructed from Melrose
Avenue to Rohret Road. She said it would also be inconsistent with City policy, which Is to
provide an eight foot wide sidewalk on only one side of Mormon Trek Boulevard. Previous
decisions by the Commission and the Council have determined that an eight foot wide sidewalk
should be located on the east side of Mormon Trek Boulevard. Rockwell added the
Comprehensive Plan Indicates that a four to eight foot wide sidewalk should be provided on one
side of a primary arterial street, such as Mormon Trek Boulevard., She said a budget amendment
of almost $5,000 would be needed to construct the addlllonal four foot width for that 558.36 foot
length of the site along Mormon Trek Boulevard. She said staff concluded an eight foot wide
sidewalk was not warranted for this specific sltuatl,on.
Rockwell sald staff recommends approval of the Walden Square, Part 2 preliminary and final plat,
subject to approval or the legal papers by the City Altorney's Office prtor to City Council
consideration and City approval of the landscaplnglwalkway plan for the vegetative screen south
of Westwlnds Drtve.
In response to a question from Bovbjerg, Rockwell sald there Is currentiy an eight foot wide
sidewalk along portions of the east side of Mormon Trek Boulevard. She added It Is the City's
policy that an eight foot sidewalk be fully constructed as development occurs along Mormon Trek
Boulevard, Moen said the developer Is responsible for paying for four feet of that width; In some
circumstances where the sidewalk could be adversely affected by the course of construction,
funds are escrowed In the event the developer fails to Install the sidewalk, as development occurs.
Dierks asked If the Commission could request the four toot sidewalk be placed as far from
Mormon Trek Boulevard as possible because of the high volume of children who travel past this
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site, Rockwell said the standard is to construct the sidewalk one foot off the rtght-of-way line or
the property line.
Public discussion opened at 8:46 p.m.
Mace Braverman. 503 Melrose Avenue, said a four foot sidewalk was Installed along this site
several years ago at the request of the City. He asked II Dierks was suggesting that the sidewalk
be removed. Dierks replied no, saying she was unaware of the condition of the existing sidewalk.
Gary Appleby, University of Iowa Community Credit Union. said he had worked with Southgate
Development for nearly two years on this project and had reviewed many revisions of the plan,
He said the Credit Union curbcut was critical to establish an orderly flow of traffic through the
facility, Appleby said an additional curbcul may be placed on the proposed extension of Cameron
Way as an 'exit only'.
Public discussion closed at 8:50 p.m.
Starr moved to approve SUB 93-0007 for preliminary and final plat approval of Walden
Square, Part Two, a 3.lot, 8.7 acre commercial subdivision located north of Westwlnds
Drive and west of Mormon Trek Boulevard In the CN.l zone, sUbJect to approval of the '
legal papers by the City Attorney's Office prior to Council consideration of the plat and
City approval of the landscaplngtwalkway plan for the vegetative screen south of
Westwlnds Drive. Cook seconded.
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Dierks noted high school klds tend to walk along Westwlnds Drive from West High School. She
hoped the area would be designed so the kids and the traffic were not In competition, Cook said
the Commission members will go through an education process as they accustom themselves
to the fact they no longer have Jurisdiction over site review, except In an appeals situation, He
said he would not look forward to flelding calls on matters for which the Commission has given
both the responsibility and the authority to the staff. He was delighted with the developer'S
precedent for constructing a greenway system on the south side of Westwlnds Drive, He believed
It would help to alleviate possible pedestrian problems In the area,
Bovbjerg said the need for at least one more traffic light along Mormon Trek Boulevard will soon
result from the new development occurring In this area. She hoped the City plans for this need,
Dierks agreed, Rockwell noted there Is a traffic light just to the south of this development. She
reported Davidson had Indicated an additional light would probably not be Installed In the near
future, but would be considered later on.
Scott praised the proposed landscaping and walkway. He said when considering new school
zones In developing areas, the Commission should seriously consider being extremely restrictive
In the area dedicated to the school district and retaining the open space for City control of trail
and open space tie-Ins. He added It would be nice II the school district would allow a tie-In
through part of the West High property for developments west of this commercial area,
The motion carried on a 6'() vote.
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3. SUB 93-0008. Public discussion of an application submitted by Iowa Realty Co., Inc. for final
plat approval of South Polnte Addition, Parts I-IV, a 130.lot, 29,87 acre residential subdivision
located Immediately north of the Iowa City corporate limits and west of Sycamore Street. (45-day
limitation period: June 21, 1993.)
Moen said the plan as submitted Is .essentlally In compliance with the preliminary plat that has
been approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission and will be considered by the City
Council on June 8. She added there are several deficiencies and discrepancies that to date have
not been addressed, She said the Public Works Department has received a document entitled
'Construction Plans'; she said the applicant can confirm whether that Is the Grading and Erosion
Control Plan.
Moen said given the number of deficiencies that remain outstanding and because staff has not
received an amended plat to evaluate, staff recommends deferral of this application to June 3,
1993.
Public discussion opened at 8:59 p.m.
Ralph Stoffer, 535 Southaate Avenue. said the Grading and Erosion Control Plan had been
submitted to the City earlier that same day and the other required amendments to the plat would
be completed In the near future. He said he wanted to stress the necessary amendments are not
substantive.
Public discussion closed at 9:00 p.m.
BovbJerg moved to defer SUB 93.0008 until .hme 3, 1993. Gibson seconded. The
mollon carried on a 6'() vote.
4. CU-9306. Public discussion of an application submitted to Johnson County by River Products
Company for a conditional use permit to expand an existing limestone quarry located south of
Highway 6 West and west of Deer Creek Road SW In Fringe Area 1.
(Scott excused hlmsell due to a personal Interest In this application,)
MlkJo said this request was submitted by River Products Company to the Johnson County Board
of Supervisors for a conditional use permit to allow extension of an existing quarry located on
the west side of Deer Creek Road, approximately 1/2 mile south of Highway 6, He said the
property Is located near the northern boundary of Iowa City's Frlnge Area 1, He said the Fringe
Area Policy states that agricultural uses are the preferred use In this area; the County zoning
ordinance allows operations such as quarries by conditional use permits In agricultural zones,
~Iklo said this site Is beyond the growth service area for the sanitary sewer that the City recently
adopted so staff would not anticipate urban development or annexation of this area Into Iowa City
In the foreseeable future, He noted there may be Impacts from the quarry on the City of Coralville
and the County; It Is up those bodies to address those concerns.
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Mlklo noted the area to the east of Deer Creek Road Is zoned RS and does allow one residence
per acre so there Is a potential for some residential development In this area. He said staff
recommends the conditional use permit be approved and that, If necessary, conditions be placed
on It to ensure It does not affect the surrounding property. He said, because of the unlikeliness
of near-term urban development, staff anticipates little Impact on neighboring properties but
because of the RS zone, staff recommends a five year time limit be placed on the conditional use
permit so that its affect on surrounding properties can be monitored. He said at the expiration
of the permit, If no further development has occurred, staff would anticipate the permit would be
reo Issued or Issued with some additional conditions; If there has been extensive development,
the appropriateness of the permit would need to be reassessed.
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In response to a question from Starr, Mlklo said the Coralville Planning and Zoning Commission
recommended approval of this permit with conditions:
Public discussion opened at 9:10p.m.
Pete Havek. 7 Kimball Road. counsel for River Products, said the quarry operation Is a conditional
use under the Johnson County zoning ordnance, which provides for seven different specific uses
thaI can qualify for a conditional use permit.
Hayek said this permit was considered by the Coralville Planning and Zoning Commission on May
5, 1993 and by the Johnson County Zoning Commission on May 10, 1993. He noted there were
no public objections raised to the application at either meeting.
Hayek said the streets and roads that are affected now and will be affected In the future by the
quarry operation are, In all likelihood, going to be'a matter under the Jurisdiction and concern of
the City of Coralville. He said If annexation were ever to occur, It would most likely be by
Coralville rather than Iowa City.
Hayek said the Coralville Planning and Zoning Commission recommended by a 6.0 vote that the
application be approved for a 20 year conditional use permit. He noled this quarry has been in
operation on adjacent property since 1944 or 1945 and Is under the grandfather provision of the
County conditional use permit ordinance.
Hayek said recommended approval of the conditional use permit by the Coralville Planning and
Zoning Commission Is subject to the following conditions: 1) appropriate control of the dust In and
along access to the quarry, excluding the portion of the road going to the south since this Is used
primarily by county trucks and should be county responsibility; 2) attomeys for all parties
concerned drafting an agreement whereby, at such time as the now county road Immediately to
the east of the quarry would need to be paved, River Products would pay an amount not to
exceed that of the property owners on the east side ,of the road; 3) a stop sign being Installed at
the Y-Intersection with the north/south road; and 4) at such time as annexation may be proposed
by the City of Coralville, It would not be opposed by River Products Company.
Hayek said he has real concerns about whether the City of Coralville can require, as a condition
to their approval of a conditional use permit, that River Products Company waive any future
statutory rights they have to object to Coralville annexing the quarry. He noted several Coralville
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Planning and Zoning Commission members also questioned the legality of the last condition.
Hayek said River Products Company Is willing to accept the other conditions placed on the permit
Bovbjerg expressed concern about waiving one's right to oppose annexation; she asked If the
contention of that provision affected Coralville's acceptance of the request. Hayek said It Is his
Impression it Is not a critical Issue.
In response to a question from Gibson, Hayek said the Coralville City Council has the same
Jurisdiction as the Iowa City Council. Gibson asked, If there are differences In the conditions
attached to the permit by Iowa City and Coralville, does the Board of Supervisors have to approve
the permit by a 4/5 majority or can they establish an entirely new set of conditions. Hayek said
he believes that In order for the County to approve the permit, all conditions requested by Iowa
City and Coralville would probably have to be met.
Tom Scott. 410 East Fairchild Street. Identified himself as the General Manager of River Products
Company. He said Rich Russell, who Is the Coralville city official assigned as a staff person for
the Coralville Planning and Zoning Commission, had Indicated In his comments to the
Commission during discussion that, In all likelihood, the annexation condition Is Illegal and
Inappropriate.
Scott said the request for the permit is for 20 years to cover the 80 acre tract adjacent to River
Product's existing Klein Quarry. He explained the history of the Klein Quarry. Scott said the
Intention of River Products Company, If the conditional use permit is granted, Is to Join the
Charbon east pit with the Charbon-Klein west pit and advance the hlghwall south onto the Hudson'
tract. He said River Products borders the Hudson tract on three sides and Deer Creek Road
borders it on the east; It Is a source of concrete stone and type A asphalt stone, which Is the
highest quality stone and is used In Interstate, primary, secondary, and city street paving. He said
this tract also provides River Products with an alternative source to their Conklin Quarry, which
Is adjacent to the City of Coralville.
Scott said River Products Incurred operating costs In excess of $424,000 moving overburden In
1992; along with the acquisition costs and the operating costs last year, River Products spent In
excess of $650,000. He noted not one pound of rock was removed from the property In 1992.
Scott said, if River Products Is limited to a five year life on the conditional use permit, they would
spend a between $1 million to $2.5 million In that time and excavation would approximate 1 acre
per year In surface consumption. He said, In theory, with a five year conditional use permit, River
Products would be spending considerable dollars for five acres In total excavation.
Scott said he understands the Commission's desire to control uses via the conditional use
permitting process but he respectfully requested that River Products, as a minerai extraction
Industry, be allowed to spread their costs over a reasonable time and to recoup their costs. He
said he feels the minimum time should be at least 20 years.
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Bovbjerg asked about the length of conditional use permits granted to River Products for their
other quarries and the practices of other counties. Scott said the length of the permits varies
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belween counties. He said River Products Company operates In three counties: Johnson,
Washington, and Louisa Counties. He said Washington County has no zoning ordinance, which
means no permits are needed from the county to operate a quarry. In Louisa County, River
Products was granted a 25 year permit for a sand and gravel operation. Scott noted most of the
quarries In Iowa are operating under the grandfatherlng of eilher zoning or conditional use
permits.
Dierks expressed concerns regarding the RS zoning adjacent to the quarry, and dust on 420th
Street. Scott noted the first and third conditions In the proposed recommendation from Coralville
deal with dust control measures or the alleviation of dust generation on the north/south roadway.
He noted River Products Company has agreed to the first three conditions proposed by the
Coralville Planning and Zoning Commission. In response to a comment from Dierks, Scott said
River Products has agreed to dust alleviation measures on their entrance road as well as the
county road that leads from their entrance road to Highway 6.
Hayek noted that under the County zoning ordinance, there are various grounds for suspending
or revoking a conditional use permit, Including upon the application of a neighboring landowner
when It Is found that the permitted use has caused detrimental effects to adjoining property and
objection to said use has been flied by the owners of more than 50% of that property.
Public discussion closed at 9:47 p.m.
Bovbjerg moved to recommend to the City Council that It forward a comment to the
Johnson County Board of Supervisors finding that CU.9306. an application by River
Products Company for a conditional use permit to expand an exIsting limestone quarry
located south of Highway 6 West and west of Deer Creek Road SW In Fringe Area 1 be
approved subject to 1) the permit being Issued for a period of twenty years, at which time
a new permit must be granted or the operations must cease, and 2) Items a, b, and c as
noted In the Coralville Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation, which are as
follows: a) appropriate control of the dust In and along access to the quarry, excluding
the portion of the road going to the south since this Is used primarily by county trucks
and should be county responsibility, b) attorneys for all parties concerned drafting an
agreement whereby, at such time as the now county road Immediately east of the quarry
would need to be paved as a city street/arterial, River Products would pay an amount not
to exceed that of the property owners on the east side of the road, and c) a stop sign being
Installed at the y. Intersection with the north/south road. Starr seconded. The motion
. carried on a 5.0 vote with Scott abstain/net.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ITEMS:
1. Public discussion of setting a public hearing for June 3, 1993, on a proposed Comprehensive
Plan amendment: the Neighborhood Open Space Plan.
Public discussion opened at 9:51 p.m.
There was none.
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Public discussion closed at 9:51 p.m.
Cook moved to set a public hearing for June 3, 1993, on a proposed Comprehensive Plan
amendment: the Neighborhood Open Space Plan. Dierks seconded.
Scott said the Commission will vote on this plan after the public hearing on June 3, 1993, iI the
public discussion appears to support the proposed plan. If further discussion based on public
Input Is deemed warranted, the Commission will defer formal action to Its June 17, 1993, meeting.
The motion carrIed on a 6'() vote.
CONSIDERATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE APRIL 15,1993. MEETING:
Gibson moved to approve the minutes of the April 15, 1993, meeting. Starr seconded.
The motion carried on a 6'() vote.
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION INFORMATION:
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Moen arinounced the birth of twin sons to Charlie and Jennifer Denney on Tuesday morning.
Moen noted she had distributed a copy of the work that the Council has done to date on their
deliberations capitol Improvements projects. She noted the process the Council Is following Is
rating the projects relative to one another; those projects receiving the most points are rated
highest. She said mandated items in the wastewater section were not Included In the rating
system. Moen said Council will continue their deliberations on May 25, 1993. She said following
this process, the City Manager and Finance Director will put together a plan Identifying sources
of revenue for these projects; ultimately certain projects will be identified for funding within this
year and the next three years.
Scott congratulated Cook on his recent completion of a Masters degree In Urban and Regional
Planning from the University of Iowa. '
Scott also congratulated the Denneys and welcomed Bormann back from matemlty leave.
Scott requesled staff assistance to review an area to the north of Highway 1 West, west of Miller
Avenue and south of West Benton Street Ihatls zoned RM-44. In response to a question from
Moen, Scott said he would like the review completed either in the current fiscal year or eariy In
fiscal year 1994. He noted there Is some activity In that area and In fairness to potential
developers, the Commission ought to review the zoning of that area.
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ADJOURNMENT:
BovbJerg moved to adJourn at1 0:02 p.m. Dierks seconded. The motion carried on a 6-0 vote.
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HOUSING APPEALS BOARD
MARCH 9, 1993.8:30 A.M.
R08ERT A. LEE RECREATION CENTER
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ben Moore, Jack McMahon, Paul Egli, James Harris, Roger Reilly,
Charles Eastham and Robin Paetzold.Durumeric
MEMBERS ABSENT:
None
STAFF PRESENT:
Gary Klinefelter, Steve Faga, Douglas Boothroy
SUMMATION OF HEARING OF PROPERTY AT 918 NEWTON ROAD:
1. The accessory structure (garage) on the north side of the property has trees growing
Into the building at the northeast and south sides, which are causing damage to the
structure. Either the trees need to be removed or the garage needs to be razed.
2. The Commission voted unenimously to uphold the violations and to make construction
repairs on the garage to the eave and gutter where the trees are putting pressure on
the structure. The garage and trees are subject to review on the next inspection.
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Moore called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. Jack McMahon made a motion
to approve minutes from the last Housing Appeals heering and Paul Egli seconded the motion.
DISCUSSION OF APPEAL AT 918 NEWTON ROAD:
Mergaret Leinson passed out pictures prior to discussion on accessory structure.
Lainson stated that the housing Is a very small home and Is located about one block from the
Hawkeye.Carver Arena and across the street from the dental college parking lot.
Lalnson stated that Initially when they bought the property 18 years ago, it was ill a
predominantly single.famlly housing area. In the last two or three years there has been a
number of large epartment complexes built in the adjacent area. Lainson stated that the
property Is currently being used as a duplex with her 82 year 91d mother living in one unit and
the upstairs is rented to two students.
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Lainson stated that during the last inspection they were cited for peelin9 paint on the garage
and to cut down the trees. She stated that she didn't want to cut trees down because it
offers visual protection, a barrier to the larger complexes, and they are some of the only trees
left In the neighborhood. Lainson stated that within ten years the trees may have damaged
the structure to the point where they would have to take the garage down. Lalnson stated
that the trees afford additional privacy to the back yard for her mother and tenents. She
. doesn't want to tear the garage down for fear of people parking on this property from other
complexes.
Ben Moore swore in Gary Klinefelter from the City of Iowa City Housing Inspection to tell the
City's side of the situation.
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Klinefelter stated that he didn't heve a dispute In what Mrs. Lalnson has stated. Klinefelter
stated tha Code sections under Accassory Structures and Trees, Shrubs end Vegetation.
Klinefelter steted he cited the violation under Accessory Structure due to the damage the trees
were causing the garage. He stated he didn't have strong feelings one way or the other
whether the trees be removed that were damaging the structure or the garage being repaired.
McMahon stated that the trees on the north side were affecting the soffit, eave and gutter.
Paetzold.Durumeric asked If tha gerage is In stable condition.
Mrs. Lainson stated that Gary Klinefelter would know better than she es to how much the
structure Is damaged. She felt the garage was stable but thought that In possibly five years
the trees would really start affecting the structure.
Harris stated that he has sean the structure and that If the City felt something needed to be
done, the northeast tree was affecting the eave and gutter. He would recommend that
carpentry work be done to allow the tree pressure to be relieved from the garage.
Moore made the motion to uphold the violation and to make construction repairs on the
garage to the eave end gutter where the trees ere putting pressure on the structure. Tha
garage and trees are subject to review on the next Inspection. On the east side, the seedlings
and saplings need to be removed. Jamas Harris seconded the motion. 5 ayes, 0 nays.
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ADJOURNMENT:
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As there was no more discussion, the meeting was adjourned at 8:50 a.m.
Minutes submitted by Steve Faga.
Steve Faga, Board Secretary
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MINUTES
APRIL 13, 1993
IOWA CITY HOUSING COMMISSION
ROBERT A LEE COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER - ROOM A
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Robin PAETZOLD-DURUMERIC, Paul EGLI, James L.
HARRIS, Charles EASTHAM, Roger J. REILLY
MEMBERS ABSENT:
eenjamin J. MOORE, Jack MCMAHON
STAFF PRESENT:
Marianne Milkman, Ron Henderson, Sandi Schutt,
Secretary Virginia Stroud
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: NONE
MEETING TO OROER: Meeting was called to order at e:45 AM by Vice-
Chairperson Reilly.
MINUTES, Correction was made to show Reilly present.
approve the Minutes of March 9, 1993, and March 12, 1993,
Paetzold-Durumeric, seconded by Egli, carried 5-0.
Motion to
was made by
HOUSING COMMISSION MEMeERS REAPPOINTED - REILLY
James L. Marris and Robin Paetzold-Durumeric were reappointed to three-
year terms ending May 1, 1996. Both appointments include service as
member of the Housing Appeals Board.
CD HOUSING UPDATE - MILKMAN
Milkman stated Mary 0 Coldren Home received a $40,300 grant from Iowa
Finance Authority and because it is historic, will need to be
maintained as originally built.
Tho Housing Rehab Manual needs to be updated to include the new
programs and will be on Housing Commission Agenda next month.
The construction of the Salvage Building is waiting for the ground to
dry. A third of the storage space will be used by other agencies to
stare furniture.
CCN REPORT - PAETZOLD-DURUMERIC
Paetzold-Durumeric reported that the allocation of funds for Block
Grant applications followed Housing Commission recommendations with a
couple of exceptions: Land Acquisition and Life Skills. Paetzold-
Ourumeric stated City Council has a question of the value of the Oown-
payment Assistance program. Eastham stated CHAS has identified a goal
of home-ownership for low-income families. Housing Commission members
feel this is a valid way of meeting that goal. Eastham will attend the
City Council meeting April 13, 1993, and on behalf of the Housing
Commission will present their view.
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MINUTES
IOWA CITY HOUSING COMMISSION
APRIL 13, 1993
HOUSING AUTHORITY REPORT - SCHUTT/HENDERSON
Henderson and Schutt reviewed statistics report for Section 8 and
Public Housing. Corrected percentage figures for year-to-date occupied
for Certificates and Vouchers were given. All Broadway units are now
occupied. Muscatine and Shamrock Place are being shown and Brookside
and Eastmoor are now ready to show. The Acquisition project started
January, 1992, with a projection of 18 months to complete. Henderson
stated two items have been on hold since his accident: TOPIC and
Policies Manual, and that he will be working on getting these
completed.
Housing Commission members questioned if there was any money available
to contract with other agencies such as Life Skills or if another
person could be hired to work with Certificate/Voucher holders to find
units. Henderson stated a HUO provided list of possible NOFA's shows
very little money available to fund services. In addition he stated it
may be better to do a study on characteristics of families who don't
find units. Tnere may be a narrower need and an additional worker may
not help. He stated that Housing Specialists spend much of their time
assisting families to find and keep units. Landlords are encouraged
and do call the Housing Authority before tenants are "about to be
homeless", which is a targeted CHAS population.
Eastham requested a copy of the Iowa City Housing Authority budget.
DISCUSSION - None
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ADJOURNMENT: Motion to adjourn at 9:35 AM was made by Eastham,
seconded by Egli, carried 5-0.
APPROVEO BY:
BENJAllIN J MOORE, CHAIRPERSON
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