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OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 813/93
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Iowa City CUy Council, regular mtg., 7:30
p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Courtney pres/d-
Ing. Council members present: Ambrisco,
Courtney, Kubby, McDonald, Novick, Pigott,
Council members absent: Horowitz,
Moved and seconded that the foilowing
Uems and recommendations In the Consent
Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopt-
ed as presented.
Approval of Official Council Actions of
the special meeting of 7/19 and the regular
meeting of 7/20 as pubilshed, subject to
corrections, as recommended by the City
Clerk,
Minutes of Boards and Commissions:
Sr. Center Comm. - 6/21. Mayor's Youth
Employment Bd, - 5/19, 6/23; Bd, of Adjust-
ment - 6/9; P&Z Comm. - 7/15; Allport
Comm. - 6/15.
PermU Motions: Class C Liquor License
for the Field House, 111 E. Coilege SI.,
application withdrawn, Class C Liquor LI-
cense for Carlos O'Keiley's Mexican Cafe,
1411 S. Waterlront, Class C Liquor License
for Senor Pablo's LId" 830 1st Ave. Class C
Beer PermU for Dan's Mustang Market, 933
S. Cilnton. Class C Beer PermU for Gasby's
1310 S. Gilbert SI. Class E Beer Permil for
L&M Mighty Shop, Inc" 504 E, Burlington
St, Class B Beer PermU for Rocky Rococo,
118 S. Dubuque 81, Class B Beer PermUs
lor Iowa City Fail Fun Festival, 2150 Roch-
ester Ave. TelT'jlorary Outdoor SelVlce
Areas for Iowa City Fail Fun Festival, 2150
Rochester Ave. RES. 93-199, ISSUE DANC-
ING PERMIT. RES. 93.200, ISSUE CIGA-
RETTE PERMIT.
Seltlng pUblic hearing: Selling a pubilc
hearing lor 8/31, relative to consideration of
a housing project to be known as the tenant-
to.owner program. Seltlng a pubilc hearing
lor 8/17, on an ordinance amending Section
2.100 of the Code of Ordinances of Iowa
City by revising the membership require-
ments for Boards and Commissions, Selling
a public hearing for 8/17, on the use of
$40,000 In Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) Funds to assist/ow Income
homeowners with flood. related emergency
repairs.
Motions: Consider a motion to approve
disbursements In the amount of
$11,227,784,08 lor June 1 through June 30,
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as recommended by the Finance Dlr. sub-
ject to audit. Consider a motion approving
the abstract of 7/13, special election as
certnled by the Johnson County Audnor.
ReSolutions, RES, 93.201, ACCEPT-
ING THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY
SEWER, STORM SEWER, WATER MAIN
AND PAVING IMPROVEMENTS FOR PEP-
PERWOOD ADDITION, PARTS 10 AND 11.
RES. 93-202, ACCEPTING THE WORK
FOR THE SANITARY SEWER, STORM
SEWER, WATER MAIN AND PAVING
IMPROVEMENTS FOR PARK WEST SUB.
DIVISION, PART TWO. RES, 93-203, AU-
THORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A SUBOR.
DINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF IOWA CITY AND HILLS BANK
AND TRUST COMPANY FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 1503 ROCHESTER AVE.
NUE. RES. 93.204, AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK
TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN
REGARDING A PROMISSORY NOTE FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 415 1/2
BOWERY STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA,
RES. 93-205, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO AT.
TEST THE RELEASES OF LIENS FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 416 SOUTH
DODGE STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES.
93-206, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A
PROMISSORY NOTE FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 1123 FRANKLIN STREET,
IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 93-207, AUTHO.
RIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A LIMITED RE-
LEASE AGREEMENT FOR LOT 206, PEP-
PERWOOD ADDITION PART 11. RES. 93-
208, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE
RELEASE OF A PORTION OF A SANI.
TARY SEWER EASEMENT LOCATED ON
LOT 41, PARKVIEW TERRACE, IOWA
CITY, IOWA.
Correspondence: Leller from Barbara
and William Buss expressing support for the
open space amendment. Memo from Trafllc
Engr. regarding change In parking meler
zone on the west side of tho 300 block 01
South Linn Slroet.
Applications for Cny Plaza Use Pennlts:
International Socialist Organization to set up
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a table on City Plaza on 7/24 and 7/31 for
the purpose of distributing Information and
solicli signatures on a petlllon, approved.
Moliy Leah, Campaign to Organize Graduate
Students, for permission to set up a table on
City Plaza during the period of 8117-23, to
solicli signatures on petnlon, approved. Jan
Conroy, Pastors for Peace, for permission to
set up a table on City Plaza on 7/27, for the
purpose of distributing free lIierature, ap-
proved. Billy Howeli.Sinnard to set up table
on Cliy Plaza 7/27, to distribute free litera-
ture, approved.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to set a public hearing
for 8/31, on a resolution to vacate a poriion of the
approved plat of Rapid Creek Ridge Subdivision.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance
vacating the aliey located west of Glibert St. and
north of Kirkwood Ave. between 210 and 230
Kirkwood Ave. Applicant Greg McDonald ap.
peared clarifying the purchases price at.91 cants
per foot for the usable 1650 square feet.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance to
allow consideration of bed and breakfast home-
stays and Inns as accessory uses In all residen-
tial zones, except RFBH zons, be given first vote
for consideration, The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance
amending the Zoning Ordinance by adopting
Section 36.16.1, the ResldentlaVOfflce Zone and
amending Section 36.58, Off.Street Parking
requirements, and Section 36.62, Sign regula-
tions, to Include provisions for the RIO Zone, be
given second vote for consideration. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance
amending the Zoning Ordinance by changing the
use regUlations for properties located on the
north side of Jefferson St. between Linn and Van
Buren streets and properties located on the south
side of Jefferson St, between Gilbert and Van
Buren Slreets from CB.2 to RIO, to be given
second vote for consideration. The Mayor de-
clared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES, 93.209,
APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF SOUTH
POINTE ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES, 93-210,
APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF
WINDSOR RIDGE SUBDIVISION, IOWA CITY,
IOWA, Developer Loweli Swartz reported that an
agreement had been reached with the property
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owners south of American Legion Road regarding
headlights shining Into their home.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 93.211,
APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF
WILD PRAIRIE ESTATES, PARTS ONE AND
TWO, IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 93-212,
EXTENDING THE EXPIRATION DATE FOR THE
APPROVED PRELIMINARY PLAT OF WHIS-
PERING MEADOWS SUBDIVISION, PARTS
ONE AND TWO.
Moved and seconded to accept a P &Z Co-
mm. recommendallon to 10IWard a comment to
the Johnson County Board 01 Supervisors recom-
mending that CZ.9325 be denied. The Mayor
declared the mollon carried,
Mark Bean, 2 Dunuggan Court, appeared
regarding sewer problems at his home, and
encouraged Council proceeding with a sewer
project to correct the problem,
A public hearing was held relative to two
appllcallons for twenly units of public housing
new construcllon,
A public hearing was held relative to an
application for twenty.five section 8 certfflcates
and twenty-five section 8 vouchers.
A public hearing was held on the Issuance
of $700,000 General Obligation Bonds to finance
the costs 01 reconstrucllng and Improving the
Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center
Including reroofing and replacement of flooring.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 93.213,
INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDI.
TIONAL ACTION FOR THE AUTHORIZATION
AND ISSUANCE OF NOTTO EXCEED $700,000
GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 93.214,
AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK
TO ATTEST CONTRACT FOR THE REMOVAL
AND REPLACEMENT OF THE ROOF AND
INSULATION ON THE ROBERT A. LEE COM.
MUNITY RECREATION CENTER.
The Mayor noted the previously announced
vacancies: CCN Comm, . one vacancy for an
unexpired term ending 4/f195. This appointment
will be made at the 8/31 meellng 01 the CRy
Council,
Moved and secondadto adopt RES. 93.215,
AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK
TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR THE CON.
STRUCTION OF THE 1993 ASPHALT RESUR-
FACING PROJECT.
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Moved and seconded to adopt RES, 93-216,
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREE-
MENT FOR THE ACC RESURFACING OF A
PORTION OF IOWA 1 (BURLINGTON STREET)
WITH IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPOR-
TATION,
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 93-217,
DESIGNATING AUTHORIZED REPRESEN-
TATIVE TO MAKE APPLICATION FOR FEDER-
AUSTATE DISASTER ASSISTANCE.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 93-218,
AMENDING THE AFSCME PAY PLAN AND
RECLASSIFYING A POSITION IN THE HOUS-
ING & INSPECTION SERVICES DEPARTMENT. ,
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AMENDING THE BUDGETED POSITIONS IN ,
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Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 93-220, V
UNCLASSIFIED SALARIES AND COMPENSA- I Ii
TION FOR FISCAL YEAR 1994 FOR THE CITY 11,
ATTORNEY, CITY CLERK, AND CITY MANAG- ,I,
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Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 93-221, Ii
RATIFYING MERITORIOUS COMPENSATION [,-
FOR FISCAL YEAR 1994 FOR THE UNCLASSI- I:'
FlED POSITIONS OF CITY ATTORNEY, CITY I,
CLERK AND CITY MANAGER. ;
Moved and seconded to adopt ORD. 93- "
3584, AMENDING SECTION 10-35 OF THE !
CODE OF ORDINANCES OF IOWA CITY,
AMENDING THE BOUNDARIES OF THE VOT-
ING PRECINCTS IN IOWA CITY TO INCLUDE
PROPERTIES ANNEXED SINCE 1991, !
Moved end seconded that the ordinance ,
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amending Chapter 18, entnled 'Human Rights,'
of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa
City, Iowa to expand the exemption from the
ordinance forthe rental, lease, or sale of housing
by non-prom corporations, be given second vote
for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved and seconded to adjourn 8:50 p.m,
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
For a more detailed & complete description
of Council Actlvllles& DIsbursements, see Office
of Clly Clerk and Finance Department.
slDARREL G, COURTNEY, MAY
slMAR,lAN K. f~ CLERK
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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
AUGUST 3, 1993
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Iowa City City Council, regular mtg., 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Courtney
presiding. Council members present: Ambrlsco, Courtney, KUbby, McDonald, Novick, Pigott
Council members absent: Horowitz. Staffmembers present: Atkins, Karr, Bormann, Franklin,
Henderson, Yuculs, Fosse. Council mInutes tape recorded on Tapes 93-71, Both Sides.
Moved by Ambrlsco, seconded by Novick, that the following Items and recommendations
In the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as presented.
Approval of Official Council Actions of the special meeting of 7/19/93 and the
regular meeting of 7/20/93 as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the
City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Sr. Center Comm. - 6/21/93. Mayor's Youth
Employment Bd. - 5/19/93, 6/23/93; Bd. of AdJusbnent - 6/9/93; P&Z Comm. _ 7/15/93;
Airport Comm. - 6/15/93.
Permit Motions: Approving a Class C Liquor License for Field House, Inc., dba the
Field House, 111 E. College St., application withdrawn. Approving a Class C Liquor
License for Carlos O'Kelley's of Iowa City, Inc., dba Carlos O'Kelley's Mexican Cafe,
1411 S. Waterfront. Approving a Class C Liquor License for Senor Pablo's Ltd., dba Senor
Pablo's Ltd., 830 1 st Ave. Approving a Class C Beer Permit for Voss Petroleum of Iowa
City dba Dan's Mustang Market, 933 S. Clinton. Approving a Class C Beer Permit for FAP
Enterprises, Inc., dba Gasby's 1310 S. Gilbert St. Approving a Class E Beer Permit for
L&M Mighty Shop, Inc., dba L&M Mighty Shop, Inc., 504 E. Burlington St. Approving a
Class B Beer Permit for Pan Style Pizza Corp. of Iowa, dba Rocky Rococo, 118 S.
DUbuque St. Approving Class B Beer Permits for Iowa City Fall Fun Festival, Inc. dba
Iowa City Fall Fun Festival, 2150 Rochester Ave. Approving a temporary Outdoor Service
Areas for Iowa City Fall Fun Festival, Inc. dba Iowa City Fall Fun Festival, 2150 Rochester
Ave. RES. 93-199, Bk. 110, p. 199, ISSUE DANCING PERMIT. RES. 93-200, Bk. 110,
p. 200, ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMIT.
Sel1lng public hearlng: Sel1lng a public hearing for 8/31/93, relative to consideration
of a housing project to be known as the tenant.to.owner program. This project entalls the
sale of public housing under program guidelines. Sel1lng a public hearing for 8/17/93, on
an ordinance amending Section 2-100 of the Code of Ordinances of Iowa City by revising
the membership requirements for Boards and Commissions. Setting a public hearing for
8/17/93, on the use of $40,000 In Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds
to assist low Income homeowners with flood.related emergency repalrs.
Motions: Consider a motion to approve disbursements In the amount of
$11,227,784.08 for June 1 through June 30,1993, as recommended by the Finance Dlr.
subject to audit. Consider a motion approving the abstract of 7/13/93, special election as
certified by the Johnson County Auditor.
Resolutions, Bk. 110: RES. 93-201, p. 201, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
SANITARY SEWER, STORM SEWER, WATER MAIN AND PAVING IMPROVEMENTS
FOR PEPPERWOOD ADDITION, PARTS 10 AND 11. RES. 93-202, p. 202, ACCEPTING
THE WORK FOR THE SANITARY SEWER, STORM SEWER, WATER MAIN AND
PAVING IMPROVEMENTS FOR PARK WEST SUBDIVISION, PART TWO. RES. 93.203,
p. 203, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A
SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND HILLS
BANK AND TRUST COMPANY FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1503 ROCHESTER
AVENUE. RES. 93-204, p. 204, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A PROMISSORY NOTE
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4151/2 BOWERY STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES.
93.205, p. 205, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO
ATTEST THE RELEASES OF LIENS FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 416 SOUTH
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DODGE STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 93-206, p. 206, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING
A PROMISSORY NOTE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1123 FRANKLIN STREET,
IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 93-207, p. 207, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND
THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A LIMITED RELEASE AGREEMENT FOR LOT 206,
PEPPERWOOD ADDITION PART 11. RES. 93-208, p. 208, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A PORTION OF A
SANITARY SEWER EASEMENT LOCATED ON LOT 41, PARKVIEW TERRACE, IOWA
CITY, IOWA.
Correspondence: Letter from Barbara and William Buss expressing support for the
open space amendment. Memo from Traffic Engr. regarding change In parking meter zone
on the west side of the 300 block of South Linn Street.
Applications for City Plaza Use Permits: International Socialist Organization to set
up a table on City Plaza on 7/24/93 and 7/31193 for the purpose of distributing Information
and solicit signatures on a petition, approved. Molly Leah, Campaign to Organize
Graduate Students, for permission to set up a table on City Plaza during the period of
8/17-23/93, to solicit signatures on petition, approved. Jan Conroy, Pastors for Peace, for
permission to set up a table on City Plaza on 7/27/93, for the purpose of distributing free
literature, approved. Billy Howell-Slnnard to set up table on City Plaza 7/27/93, to
distribute free literature, approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried
and repeated the public hearings as set.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Ambrlsco, to set a public hearing for 8/31/93, on a
resolution to vacate a portJon of the approved plat of Rapid Creek Ridge Subdivision. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Horowitz absent.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance vacating the alley located west of Gilbert St.
and north of Kirkwood Ave. between 210 and 230 Kirkwood Ave.(McDonald Chiropractic).
Applicant Greg McDonald appeared clarifying the purchases price at .91 cents per foot for the
usable 1650 square feet. PCD Director Franklin present for discussion.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by McDonald, that the ordinance to allow consideration of
bed and breakfast homestays and Inns as accessory uses In all residential zones, except RFBH
zone, be given first vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz
absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Ambrlsco, seconded by Novick, that the ordinance amending the Zoning
Ordinance by adopting Section 36-16.1, the ResldentlaVOfflce (RIO) Zone and amending Section
36-58, Off-Street Parking requirements, and Section 36-62, Sign regulations, to Include provisions
lor the RIO Zone, be given second vote for consideration. In response to KUbby, Asst. City Atty.
Bormann and PCD Director Franklin present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Ambrlsco, that the ordinance amending the Zoning
Ordinance by changing the use regulations for properties located on the north side of Jefferson
St. between Linn and Van Buren streets and properties located on the south side of Jefferson St.
between Gilbert and Van Buren Slreets from CB-2 to RIO, to be given second vote for
consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Novick, to adopt RES. 93-209, Bk. 110, p. 209,
APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF SOUTH POINTE ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrlsco, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 93-210, Bk, 110, p. 210,
APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF WINDSOR RIDGE SUBDIVISION, IOWA CITY,
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IOWA. Developer lowell Swartz reported that an agreement had been reached with the property
owners south 01 American legion Road regarding headlights shining Into their home. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 93-211, Bk. 110, p. 211,
APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF WILD PRAIRIE ESTATES, PARTS ONE AND TWO,
IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Ambrlsco, to adopt RES. 93-212, Bk. 110, p. 212,
EXTENDING THE EXPIRATION DATE FOR THE APPROVED PRELIMINARY PLAT OF
WHISPERING MEADOWS SUBDIVISION, PARTS ONE AND TWO. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Novick, to accept a P &Z Comm. recommendation to
forward a comment to the Johnson County Board of Supervisors recommending that CZ-9325
(Dean Phinney) be denied. PCD Director Frank/In present for discussion. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Horowitz absent.
Mark Bean, 2 Dunuggan Court, appeared regarding sewer problems at his home, and
encouraged Council proceeding with a sewer project to correct the problem.
A public hearing was held relative to two applications for twenty units of public housing
new construction. Housing Administrator Henderson presented Information regarding cost factors
and locations.
A public hearing was held relative to an application for twenty. five section 8 certificates
and twenty-five section 8 vouchers. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on the Issuance of $700,000 General Obligation Bonds to
finance the costs of reconstructing and Improving the Robert A. Lee Community Recreation
Center Including reroofing and replacement of flooring. No one appeared.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 93-213, Bk. 110, p. 213,
INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL ACTION FOR THE AUTHORIZATION
AND ISSUANCE OF NOT TO EXCEED $700,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, to pay costs
of reconstruction and Improving the Robert A. lee Community Recreation Center Including
reroofing and replacement of flooring. Finance Director Yuculs present for discussion. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Novick, to adopt RES. 93,214, Bk. 110, p. 214,
AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK
TO ArrEST CONTRACT FOR THE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF THE ROOF AND
INSULATION ON THE ROBERT A. lEE COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER, to T&K Roofing
Co. for $336, 300. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: CCN Comm. _ one vacancy for an
unexpired term ondlng 411/95. This appointment will be made at the 8/31/93 meeting of the City
Council.
Council member Kubby Inquired as to the procedure for water service shut,offs. Staff will
follow up. Pigott congratulated resigning member Bill Ambrisco on his many years of Council
service. Novick reminded citizens of fiood clean up meetings scheduled 8/3 and 8/4; reported on
the ethanol bus and car displayed at the transit barn 8/3; and announced she would be seeking
another Council term. McDonald asked the City Manager for a response on the question of
waiving landfill fees for flood damage.
The City Manager reported that residential refuse customers have already paid for
residential plck.up and no additional charges would be Imposed for removal of debris.
Addlllonally the state has announced the waiver of state tax for flood damaged materials and the
City will work with the private haulers on that mailer. He also updated Council on flood damaged
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streets, encouraging the public to slay off roads thaI had been under water until the Cily has had
an opportunity 10 Inspeclthem.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Ambrisco, 10 adopt RES. 93-215, Bk. 110, p. 215,
AWARDiNG CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK
TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1993 ASPHALT RESURFAC-
ING PROJECT, 10 L.L. Pelling Co. for $813,211.50. The Cily Manager and Cily Engr. Fosse
announced Ihatthe 800 block of Rundell would be added 10 the project. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Novick, to adopt RES. 93-216, Bk. 110, p. 216,
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT FOR THE ACC RESURFACING OF A
PORTION OF IOWA 1 (BURLINGTON STREET) WITH IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPOR-
TATION, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Ambrlsco, to adopt RES. 93-217, Bk, 110, p. 217,
DESIGNATING AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE TO MAKE APPLICATION FOR FEDER-
AUSTATE DISASTER ASSISTANCE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Ambrlsco, to adopl RES. 93-218, Bk. 110, p. 218,
AMENDING THE AFSCME PAY PLAN AND RECLASSIFYING A POSITION IN THE HOUSING
& INSPECTION SERVICES DEPARTMENT, reclassslfylng Clerk- Typist to paygrade 5. Afflrmallve
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Novick, to adopt RES. 93-219, Bk. 110, p. 219,
AMENDING THE BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE LIBRARY, library clerk to senior library clerk.
Affirmallve roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopl RES. 93-220, Bk. 110, p. 220,
UNCLASSIFIED SALARIES AND COMPENSATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 1994 FOR THE CITY
ATTORNEY, CITY CLERK, AND CITY MANAGER ($62,545.60, $41,745.60, & $91,728.00
respectfully), Kubby requested that evaluations be held more than once a year. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Ambrlsco, to adopt RES. 93-221, Bk. 110, p. 221,
RATIFYING MERITORIOUS COMPENSATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 1994 FOR THE UNCLASSI-
FIED POSITIONS OF CITY ATTORNEY, CITY CLERK AND CITY MANAGER (4% respectfully).
Individual Council members expressed their views. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted,
412, wilh the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: McDonald, Novick, Ambrlsco, Courtney.
Nays: Pigott, Kubby. Absent: Horowitz. 3(, I
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by McDonald, to adopt ORD. 93-3584, Bk.2, p,2r,
AMENDING SECTION 10-35 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF IOWA CITY, AMENDING
THE BOUNDARIES OF THE VOTING PRECINCTS IN IOWA CITY TO INCLUDE PROPERTIES
ANNEXED SINCE 1991. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Novick, that the ordinance amending Chapter 18,
entllled 'Human Rights,' of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa 10 expand the
exemption from the ordinance for the rental, lease, or sale of housing by non.profit corporations,
be given second vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent.
The Mayor declared the mollon carried.
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streets, encouraging the public to slay off roads damaged by water until the City has had an
opportunity to Inspect them. /
ved by McDonald, seconded by Ambrlsco, to adopt RES. 93.2~5 Bk. 1 !.9:-p. 215,
AWARDI CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN HE Gh Y CLERK
TO ATTES CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1993~ HALyRESURFAC-
ING PROJE ,to L.L Pelllng Co. for $813,211.50. The City Manage and fty Engr. Fosse
announced tha he 800 block of Rundell would be added to the proje . Affl atlve roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, orowltz absent. The Mayor declared the resolutlo ado ed.
Moved by cDonald, seconded by Novick, to adopt RE . 9 16, Bk. 110, p. 216,
AUTHORIZING E CUTION OF AN AGREEMENT FOR TH A RESURFACING OF A
PORTION OF IOWA (BURLINGTON STREET) WITH IOWA P RTMENT OF TRANSPOR-
TATION. Affirmative II call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowl ab ent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by McDon d, seconded by Ambrlsco, to t RES. 93-217, Bk. 110, p. 217,
DESIGNATING AUTHORI D REPRESENTATIVE TO KE APPLICATION FOR FEDER-
AllSTATE DISASTER ASSI rANCE. Affirmative roll cote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent.
The Mayor declared the resol on adopted.
Moved by McDonald, se onded by Ambrlsc to adopt RES. 93-218, Bk. 110, p. 218,
AMENDING THE AFSCME PAY NAND REC SIFYING A POSITION IN THE HOUSING
& INSPECTION SERVICES DEPAR ENT, reel slfylng Clerk-Typlstto paygrade 5. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, f1orowl absent. T, e Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconde by ~ vlck, to adopt RES. 93-219, Bk. 110, p. 219,
AMENDING THE BUDGETED POSITIO ~ I HE LIBRARY, library clerk to senior library clerk.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, ~ rowltz absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by McDonald, secondeg, y Amqrlsco, to adopt RES. 93-220, Bk. 110, p. 220,
UNCLASSIFIED SALARIES AND COMPENSATIQN FOR FISCAL YEAR 1994 FOR THE CITY
ATTORNEY, CITY CLERK, AND CITY MANAGefl ($62,545.60, $41,745.60, & $91,728.00
respectfully). Kubby requested that evaluations be hell more than one a year. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor dec red the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Ambrlsco, to dopt RES. 93-221, Bk. 110, p. 221,
RATIFYING MERITORIOUS C6MPENSATION FOR FISC YEAR 1994 FOR THE UNCLASSI-
FIED POSITIONS OF CITY ATTORNEY, CITY CLERK AND Iff MANAGER (4% respectfully).
Individual Council memberS expressed their views. The Mayor 0 elared the resolution adopted,
412, with the following diViSion of roll call vote: Ayes: McDonald, oVlck, Ambrlsco, Courtney.
Nays: Pigott, Kubby. ~bsent: Horowitz.
Moved by Ambnsco, seconded by McDonald, to adopt ORD. 93-3584, Bk. 35, p. 27,
AMENDING SECTION 10.35 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF I WA CITY, AMENDING
THE BOUNDARIE~'oF THE VOTING PRECINCTS IN IOWA CITY TO ING~UDE PROPERTIES
ANNEXED SIN 'E'1991. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz ~sent.
Mov tv McDonald, seconded by Novick, that the ordinance amending Chapter 18,
entitled "Hu a{RlghIS,' of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, IOWa to expand the
exemption rom the ordinance for the rental, lease, or sale of housing by non.proflt corporations,
be give ecand vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent.
The M YO;deClared the motion carried.
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motion carried, 6/0 Horowitz absent.
Darrel G. Courtney, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
AUGUST 17,1993
Iowa City City Council, regular mtg., 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Courtney
presiding. Council members present: Ambrlsco, Courtney, Horowitz, Kubby, McDonald, Novick,
Pigott, Council members absent: None. Slaffmembers present: Atkins, Helling, Gentry, Karr,
Frankllil, Fosse. Council minules tape recorded on Tapes 93-73, Both Sides.
Moved by Ambrlsco, seconded by Horowitz, that the following Items and recommendations
In the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended.
Approval of Official Council Actions of the regular meeting of 8/3/93 as published,
subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: P&R Comm. - 7f7/93; P&Z Comm. Joint
meeting with Johnson County Zoning Comm. - 7/22/93; Fringe Area Subcommittee.
7/22/93; P&Z Comm. . 7/29/93; CCN Comm. - 6/23/93.
Permit Motions: Approving a Special Class C Liquor License for Bushnell's Turtle,
Inc. dba Bushnell's Turtle, 127 E. COllege St. Approving an Outdoor Service Area for
Bushnell's Turtle, Inc" dba Bushnell's Turtle, 127 E. College St. Approving a Class C Beer
Permit for RSNV, Inc., dba Russ' Amoco Service, 305 N. Gilbert St. Approving a Class
C Liquor License for George's Buffel, Inc. dba George's, 312 E. Market St. Approving a
Class E Beer Permit for New Pioneer Cooperative Society, dba New Pioneer Cooperative,
22 S. Van Buren St. Approving a Class C Liquor License for Robert H. Jeter, dba Plamor
Lanes, Inc" 1555 S. 1 st Ave. Approving a Class C Liquor License for Cardan, Inc" dba
Joe's Place, 115 Iowa Ave. RES. 93-222, Bk. 110, p. 222, ISSUE CIGARETTE PERMIT.
Approving a Class C Liquor License for Micky's of Iowa City, Inc" dba Micky's, 11 S.
Dubuque St. Approving a Class C Liquor License for Texas Steak Company, dba Texas
Steak Company & Saloon, 121 Iowa Ave. Approving a Class C Liquor License for Dejavu,
Inc., dba The Fieldhouse, 111 E. College St. RES. 93-223, Bk. 110, p. 223, ISSUE
DANCING PERMIT.
Motions: Approve disbursements In the amount of $9,218,623.11 for the period of
7/1 through 7/31/93, as recommended by the Fin. Dlr, subject to audit.
Resolutions, Bk. 110: RES. 93-224, p. 224, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN
AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A LIMITED RELEASE AGREEMENT FOR LOTS 70
AND 71, WALDEN WOOD PART 4. RES. 93-225, p. 225, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING
THE PROMISSORY NOTE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 813 THIRDAVENUE,IOWA
CITY, IOWA, RES. 93-226, p. 226, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE
CITY CLERK TO ATTEST RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING THE PROMISSORY
NOTE FOR A PORTION OF THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1005 NORTH SUMMIT
STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. RES. 93-227, p. 227, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA AND HAWKEYE STATE BANK FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 510 SECOND AVENUE, IOWA CITY, IOWA, RES. 93-228,
p. 228, REQUESTING A SPECIAL ELECTION TO FILL A VACANCY IN OFFICE
CREATED BY THE RESIGNATION OF A COUNCIL MEMBER AT-LARGE.
Correspondence: Iowa DOT regarding pavement patchlnglbrldge repair project.
Sonia Ettinger regarding flood clean-up efforts In the city. Howard Wenger and Helen
Henslelgh Wenger expressing opposition to the proposal to fog for mosquitoes In the
Normandy Dr. area. Library Board regarding building expansion plans. Memorandum from
Traffic Engr. regarding parking prohibition In the 800 block of Gilbert Ct. Johnson County
Board of Supervisors regarding Toxic Clean-up day. Lon Drake regarding study which
documents 1993 Flood levels In Iowa City and Coralville.
Application for City Plaza Use Permit: Press-Citizen to set up a table on City Plaza
on Friday evenings, 8/6, 8113, 8/20, 8/27/93, to distribute subscription material, approved.
Billy Howell.Slnnard to set up a table on City Plaza on 8/6 & 8/11/93, to dlstrlbule free
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literature, approved. Leighton Chrlsllansen, Internallonal Socialist Organization, to set up
a table on City Plaza on 817, 8/14/93, to distribute Informallon and sollclling signatures on
a pellllon, approved.
Council member Ambrlsco clarified the resolullon on the Consent Calendar calling for a special
election to fill his seat, stating he has resigned effective 11/1 and that his seat will be filled at the
regular elecllon on j 1/2, with that Individual taking office Immediately and fulfilling the remaJnder
of his term (until 1196). In response to Kubby, City Clerk Karr stated that candidates for at-large
seats In the upcoming 11/2 elecllon must Indicate their Intention to fill the unexpired (26 month
term) or the full (4 year) terms. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council members
present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Ambrlsco, seconded by Horowitz, that the ordinance vacating the alley located
west of Gilbert St. and Kirkwood Ave. between 210 and 230 Kirkwood Ave. (McDonald
Chiropractic), be given first vote for consideration. Kubby stated that a majority of Council had felt
$1800 versus the offered $1500 was a fairer price for the parcel. McDonald stated he would be
"':' abstaining as the Individual requesllng the action was a relative. Affirmallve rolf call vote
unanimous, 6/0, McDonald abstaining, The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Novick, seconded by Horowitz, that the ordinance amending the Zoning
Ordinance to allow conslderallon of bed and breakfasts homestays and Inns as accessory uses
In all residential zones, except the RFBH zone, be given second vote for consideration.
Affirmallve roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council members present. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
Moved by Ambrlsco, seconded by Novick, to adopt ORD. 93-3585, Bk. 36, p. 2,
AMENDING CHAPTER 36 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,
IOWA, ENTITLED 'ZONING,' BY ADOPTING SECTION 36-16.1, THE RESIDENTIAUOFFICE
(RIO) ZONE AND AMENDING SECTION 36-58, ENTITLED 'OFF-STREET PARKING
REQUIREMENTS,' AND SECTION 36-62, ENTITLED 'SIGN REGULATIONS,' TO INCLUDE
PROVISIONS FOR THE RIO ZONE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council
members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Ambrlsco, seconded by Horowitz, to adopt ORD. 93-3586, Bk. 36, p. 3,
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY CHANGING THE USE REGULATIONS FOR
PROPERTIES LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF JEFFERSON STREET BETWEEN LINN
AND VAN BUREN STREETS AND PROPERTIES LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF
JEFFERSON STREET BETWEEN GILBERT AND VAN BUREN STREETS FROM CB-2,
CENTRAL BUSINESS SERVICE, TO RIO, RESIDENTIAL OFFICE. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Council members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
A public hearing was held on the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
funds to assist low/moderate Income Iowa City residents and neighborhoods affected by the '93
Flood. No one appeared.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Horowitz, to adopt RES. 93-229, Bk. 110, p. 229,
AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE 1993 COMMUNITY DEVELOP-
MENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM STATEMENT AND BUDGET. City Clerk Karr noted
that copies of the Committee on Community Needs minutes of 8/4 had been distributed. PCD
Director Franklin present for discussion, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council
members present. The Mayor declared the resolullon adopted.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending Secllon 2- j 00 of the Code of
Ordinances of Iowa City by reviSing the membership requirements for Boards and Commissions.
No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on proposed resolution of necessity for the 1993 Paving
Assessment Project (Bowery St. alley), Moved by Horowitz, seconded by Ambrlsco, to accept
correspondence from: Joan & John Keith Beddow; Katherine & Edward Carolan; and Gregg
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Geerdes represenllng property owners F. Neal & Ruth Miller. Property Owner Thomas Mentz
appeared In support of the project. City Engr. Fosse present for discussion, The Mayor declared
the mollon carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council members present.
Moved by Horowitz, seconded by Ambrlsco, to adopt RES. 93-230, Bk. 110, p. 230, WITH
RESPECT TO THE ADOPTION OF THE RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY PROPOSED FOR THE
1993 PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT (Bowery St. alley). Affirmallve roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Council members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Novick, seconded by Horowitz, to adopt RES. 93-231, Bk. 110, p. 231,
DIRECTING PREPARATION OF DETAILED PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF
CONTRACT AND NOTICE TO BIDDERS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1993 ALLEY
PAVING ASSESSMENT PROJECT (Bowery St.). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Council members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Horowitz, seconded by Novick, to adopt RES. 93-232, Bk. 110, p. 232,
ORDERING BIDS, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT AND
NOTICE TO BIDDERS, FIXING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY, AND ORDERING CLERK TO
PUBLISH NOTICE AND FIXING DATE FOR RECEIVING SAME, AND FOR A PUBLIC HEARING
ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF COSTS. (1993
Paving Assessment-Bowery St. alley) Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council
members present. The Mayor declared the resolullon adopted.
The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: CCN Comm. - one vacancy for an
unexpired term ending 4/1/95. This appointment will be made at the 8/31/93 meellng of the City
Council.
Moved by Novick, seconded by Kubby, to appoint WIlliam Ambrlsco to the County
Sesquicentennial Commission. The Mayor declared the mollon carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Council members present.
Council member McDonald queslloned earlier Council discussion regarding the parking
prohlblllon around City High. The Mayor stated the Item had been deferred from the 7/20 agenda,
and said a meellng had been scheduled for 8/18 with representatives of the City, school and
neighborhood. Horowitz passed along the following suggesllons from the City's Housing
Rehabilitation Division regarding hiring of contractors for flood damaged properties: 1) Stay with
a contractor within 50 to 100 miles of Iowa City/Coralville; 2) Make sure he/she Is registered In
the state of Iowa to do business as a contractor; 3) Ask for references and call the references;
4) Ask the contractor to supply you with a certificate of insurance; 5) Once hired, make sure the
contractor gets the necessary permits; 6) Be prepared to walt. Ambrlsco noted correspondence
he received from Dr. Jack Moyers regarding monetary contributions for replacement trees at City
Park. Mayor Courtney reported on preliminary discussions with Project GREEN and the Parks
and Recreallon Department regarding doing a major fund raiser for restoration of City Park, with
funds flowing through the Parks and Recreallon Foundallon. More Information will be available
when final arrangements are in place. Novick noted the number of drainage ditches and culverts
blocked with flood waters and urged children not to play near these water areas as they could be
pulled In. Novick slated she had received a number of calls from the neighborhood around the
redevelopment of the ADS project near Sheridan Avenue area, and asked that a letter be sent
from the City Council to the developer oulllnlng the procedures for development with a copy being
sent to the Neighborhood Assn. President. Pigott reminded clllzens that cleaning supplies are
available from the Salvation Army, 510 Highland Avenue between 6:30 a,m, and 5:30 p,m. Pigott
and Kubby asked that flyers be sent to residents damaged with flooding or sewer problems with
that Informallon. The Mayor displayed a t-shlrt worn by residents In the Normandy Drive area
commemorallng the 1993 flood as "Skeeter Flats Flood of 1993". Moved by Ambrlsco, seconded
by Horowitz, to accept the letter from Dr. Jack Moyers. The Mayor declared the mollon carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Council members present.
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Moved by Ambrlsco, seconded by Novick, to adopt RES. 93-233, Bk, 110, p. 233,
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A 28E AGREEMENT FOR RADIO COMMUNICATIONS
BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA AND THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council members present. The Mayor declared the resolullon
adopted.
Moved by Kubby, seconded by Novick, to adopt RES. 93.234, Bk, 110, p. 234,
AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR A YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAM GRANT IN COOPERATION
WITH THE NEIGHBORHOOD CENTERS OF JOHNSON COUNTY. Housing Administrator
Henderson and Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County Director Joan Vandenberg present for
discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council members present. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrlsco, seconded by Horowitz, to adopt ORD. 93.3587, Bk. 36, p, 4,
AMENDING CHAPTER 18, ENTITLED 'HUMAN RIGHTS,' OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES
OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY,IOWA TO EXPAND THE EXEMPTION FROM THE ORDINANCE
FOR THE RENTAL, LEASE, OR SALE OF HOUSING BY NON-PROFIT CORPORATIONS.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council members present. The Mayor declared the
ordinance adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Horowitz, to adjourn 8:30 p.m. The Mayor declared the
motion carried, 7/0, all Council members present.
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: August 23, 1993
To: Mayor and City Council
From: City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, August 16, 1993 - 6:30 p.m. In the Council Chambers
Mayor Darrel G. Courtney presiding. Councilmembers present: Courtney, Ambrlsco, Pigott,
Kubby, Novick, Horowllz, McDonald. Staff present: Atkins, Helling, Gentry, Karr, Franklin,
Davidson, Pelkey, Neumann, Stutzman. Tape recorded on Reels 93-70, Side 2; 93-72, Sides 1
and 2.
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CONSENT CALENDAR ADDITION:
Reel 93-70, Side 2
Council agreed to add the following to the Consent Calendar:
2c.(11). Consider motion approving a Class C liquor license for The Fieldhouse.
2c.(12) . Consider resolution approving dancing permit for The Fieldhouse.
PLANNING & ZONING MATTERS:
Reel 93-70, Side 2
a. Ordinance vacatlno the alley located west of Gilbert Street and north of Kirkwood Avenue
between 210 and 230 Kirkwood Avenue. (First consideration) (McDonald Chlroprac.
ticNAC93-0001)
The majority of Council agreed the purchase price should be Increased and stated that
$1,800 would be an acceptable purchase price for the vacated property.
b. Ordinance amendlno the Zonlna Ordinance to allow consideration of bed and breakfast
homestays and Inns as accessory uses In all residential zones. except the RFBH Zone.
(Second consideration)
c. Ordinance amendlna the Zonlna Ordinance by adoptlno Section 36-16.1, the Residential!
Office (RlOI Zone and amendlno Section 36-58, Off-Street Parklna Reaulrements, anct
Section 36-62, Slon Reaulatlons, to Include provisions for the RIO Zone, (Passed and
adopted)
d. Ordinance amendlna the Zonlno Ordinance by chanalno the use reaulatlons for properties
located on the north side of Jefferson Street between Linn and Van Buren streets and
properties located on the south side of Jefferson Street between Gilbert and Van Buren
streets from CB-2 to RIO. (REZ92-0009) (Passed and adopted)
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ADS PROPERTY UPDATE:
Reel 93-70, Side 2
In response to KUbby, Franklin stated she will check with the Director of HIS regarding the
slgnage requirements for building demolition and report back to Council at their formal meeting.
TOWNCREST MOBILE HOME PARK:
Reel 93-70, Side 2
PCD Director Karin Franklin responded to Council questions regarding rezoning of the property.
ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREAS INVENTORY:
Reel 93-70, Side 2
PCD Director Franklin presented Information. Council directed staff to proceed with the
environmentally sensllive areas Inventory utilizing an outside consultant as oulllned In Franklin's
August 11, 1993, memo: envlronmentallv sensitive areas Inventorv.
F.I.R.S.T. REPORT:
Reel 93-70, Side 2
F.I.R,S.T. members Casey Cook and Terry Dahm and Transportation Planner Jeff Davidson
presented information. Cook stated he will provide an updated Stanley Plan now called River
Corridor Trail Plan to City Manager Atkins.
TOXIC CLEANUP DAY:
Reel 93-72, Side 1
Solid Waste Management Coordinator Brad Neumann and Solid Waste Superintendent Floyde
Pelkey presented information.
CITY CLERK STAFFING:
Reel 93-72, Side 1
City Council approved the City Clerk's request for an additional full-time position.
COUNCIL TIME/AGENDA:
Reel 93-72, Side 1
1. Ambrlsco read correspondence from Dr. Jack Moyers suggesting a procedure for
contributing money toward purchase of a new tree In City Park.
2. Mayor Courtney announced that he Is working with Project GREEN and Parks and
Recreation Commission to Initiate fundralslng efforts for the specific purpose of resloratlon
of City Park due to flooding.
3. Kubby reported that she was contacted by a citizen who made the recommendation that
the City should use a small, portable, on location sawmill when removing trees from City
Park.
4. (Agenda Item #16 . 28E Agreement for radio communications between Iowa City and
University of Iowa.) Kubby referred to the 28E agreement for radio communications
between Iowa City and University of Iowa. In response to Kubby, Atklns stated he will
research the number of talk groups allowed or whether a priority system needs to be
established. Kubby raised concerns about liability should the City's radio system break
down. Gentry stated that a hold harmless clause should be In the agreement.
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5. Kubby noted that Council had requested a report about the number of parkJng tickets
Issued per month, the amount of money collected from those tickets, and how much It
costs to write the reminder note for parkJng ticket fines.
6. Kubby asked If Council Is going to schedule an Informal discussion regarding Capitol
Street ramp usage. Ambrlsco noted that Council asked that the Capitol Street ramp
usage be evaluated after the new ramp was opened.
7. Horowitz announced that a meeting will be held by Iowa City school members, PTO, area
neighbors, and City staff to discuss parking concerns at City High School.
B. Horowitz Inquired about Lon Drake's correspondence. City Manager Atkins noted that an
engineering firm will be retained and City Engineer Fosse Is doing some of the work with
the watershed area. Kubby requested that staff contact Lon Drake and ask him to meet , ,
with Rick Fosse. Horowitz asked that Professor Drake's letter be accepted at Council's
B/17 formal meeting. .
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9. Novick Inquired about the Bowery Street alley assessment construction project. City Clerk I: 1\
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Karr stated that the $25,911 Is based on the square footage of the last proJect the City 1"
did. Karr noted that six out of seven Council votes are needed to proceed on the Ii: ii,
resolullon of necessity and If there are objections received from 75% of the assessed II iI,'
project, then It requires a unanimous vote. I,
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10. Novick asked why the special elecllon Is on the Consent Calendar. Karr stated the , j:
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separate discussion If Council wished to do so. Karr noted that notices are also being sent i
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to ail Individuals who had picked up papers Informing them of procedures that should be "
followed to clearly Indicate on the at-large petitions which seat they are Interested In. i' I
Kubby requested that Karr explain those procedures at Council's formal meeting. I I
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11. AtkJns reminded Council that a Counclf work session to discuss garbage is scheduled I ,;
August 24, 1993, 5:30 p,m. Kubby stated she would like the City to rotate restaurants \
serving Council dinners, ,
12. City Manager Atkins announced that the City of Iowa City has been Informally adopted by
the City of Santa Rosa, California. Horowitz stated that she would like to explore a
resolution at the National League of Cities thanking citizens and cities in the United States /
for the assistance that they have given to our area. Kubby requested that the National
League of CIties be contacted and that Iowa City be added to the list of cities needing
money.
13. Bill Ambrlsco read Into the record Mayor Courtney's letter stating that he Is not seeking
reelecllon to the City Council.
Meeting adjourned atB:35 p,m.
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