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Home My WebLink About1994-02-15 Council minutes ~\i';:~'i~:'.:,.,'::'" . ~-..,,' - :... " ' ", t I " ;1 ;,,"' .,:;.,_::-__~~~1'~~~JIl~~;""~~~;~'_~_~;':"_~:"~____'__'A .. OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS-2/1/94 - (' \ The cost of publishing the following proceedings and claims is $ Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication is $ Iowa City City Council, special mtg., 6:30 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor Horowitz presiding. Council Members present: Baker, Horowitz, Kubby, Lehman, Novick, Pigott, Throgmorton. The Mayor proclaimed 2/10 as SALUTE TO HOSPITALIZED VETERANS DAY; February as BLACK HISTORY MONTH; 2/13-19 as SERTOMA'S FREEDOM WEEK; 2/3 as GIRLS AND WOMEN IN SPORTS DAY, The Mayor noted the following individuals who assisted with the 1123 water plant emergency. City Water Division: Ed & Connie Brinton, Ed Moreno, Kevin Sluts, Carol Sweeting, Tim Dingbaum, Craig Meacham, Jude Moss, Laurel Kuhns, Bob Bowans, Art Hining, Karen Sheldon, Dave Nash, Laura Lamb. City Streets Division (Distributionl: Leon Schlooter, Mike Brady, Pollution Control Division: Paul Druivenga, City Cable TV Office: Bob Hardy, Ben Dunnington. Contractors: Hupp Electric, AAA Mechanical, Holiday Crane, Shay Electric. University Water Plant personnel: Robert Bear, Doug Brown, Loyd Koopman, Darin Farrey, David McClain, Raymond McCleary, Jim Oppelt, Aaron Schmidt, Scott Slee, Bob Spencer, Ken Floyd. Moved and seconded 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 1/1 B and the special meeting of 1/24 as published, subject to corlections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Bd. ,of Appeals - 12/20; Airport Comm. - 12/21; Riverflont & Natural Areas Comm. - 11/17, 12/15: Bd, of Adjustment - 1/12; P&Z Comm. - 1120, Permit Motions: Class C Liquor License for Bo-James, 11 B E, Washington St. Class C Liquor License for Givanni's Italian Cafe, 109 E. College St, Class C Liquor License I'~ /.J I I i j ;-, ... j !\,' ~! !~ j l~" I~; o ..... ' .. ,,",0,,',,;,,; '.. './1', \ ,l,~j'" ..':, : . , ..'" '-'~' ",' , ','1'1 '" ',' ",,,:, ,.'~. ~ ":', ',', .,' .' " "I 'I ",~ f';\' I;,;J \ .' '\, i "I" ' ","'" 1..5 , ", 'f''''''' ;, 90' ,'.,- . .:--,,,' ~:';'... , ' , . ' .., ".. ..'.....-0..,,: " '" . ,". '-~'~.~ :'.\'1, ,. ." . .~.. _~~,...,,__. ,,~_~~.""'.JI~~,~":".....~._=-=.... ..____~..:._ , , I j r \ , ,;Jlj r.:; ! ~ , , , il , I ~..~ .,~ " t )i ,- l~. r o '.'":0 il,'., . !. , I '. !< r .'. '. J' ~. . . ;,.. :,--'.' ..'....,:". . . ',: ':.~:.::"~~":";"";"';....~.::s.i.:.i.:,;........:.i:~""",,,__,"-,_~_, . . ...__~~____.___.__n_"'____'_~"_"_:'" Official Actions February 1, 1994 Page 2 for Mike's Tap, 122 Wright St, Class C Liquor License for One-Eyed Jake's, 18-20 S, Clinton St, Class C Liquor License for Econofoods #473. 1987 Broadway. Class E Liquor License for Hy.Yee Food Store #1, 501 Hollywood Blvd. Class E Liquor License for Drugtown #1, 521 Hollywood Blvd. Class E Liquor License for Hy-Yee Food Store #2, 320 N, 1 st Ave, Class E Liquor License for John's Grocery, 401 E. Market St, Class E Beer Permit for Hy-Yee Food Store #1, 501 Hollywood Blvd. Class E Beer Permit for Hy.Yee Food Store #3, 1201 N. Dodge St. Class E Beer Permit for Drugtown, #1, 521 Hollywood Blvd. Class E Beer Permit for Hy-Yee Food Store #2, 310 N. 1st Ave, RES. 94-25, ISSUING DANCING PERMIT. Resolutions: RES. 94-26, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A PROMISSORY NOTE AND A MORTGAGE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 919 NORTH GILBERT STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA, Correspondence: Petition signed by 216 people regarding the Iowa City Airport. Yalda Gebhart regarding TCI, Dale Hibbs regalding parking in the City High area. Letters regalding paratransit service from: Goodwill Industries, Hillcrest Family Services, Margaret Lawrence, Systems Unlimited, Inc. Ron Yogel regarding parking on Third Ave. Ray Novick regarding the alley vacation between Court St. and Burlington St. City Plaza Use Permit: University of Iowa Animal Coalition tor permission to have a quiet demonstration on City Plaza on 1/20, approved, The Mayor declaled the motion carried. Robert Kemp, 1122 Estron St" requested Council consideration of a policy requiring that all Council vacancies be filled by special elections. Randy Nepash, 426 Grant St" spoke regarding the proposal for a new water treatment plant, and concerns he felt should be addressed prior to moving into the final design phase of the project. Moved and seconded to .~~, ",: . " :'i.~:\( , , . \. " r,': :., ',,. r "'.:.' @ , . , 'j , ....,.,,,,.. ' '\.... ij,"-- "." -"\, I' '8" "5,: uO.. , . ,..,..,.,....,.".';'J. . :! Official Actions February 1, 1994 Page 3 , ~~..;. accept correspondence from Mr. Nepash. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for 2/15, on an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by changing the use regulations for a 12,5 acre tract of land located west of Sycamore St. and south of Burns Ave. from ID- RS to RS-5. The Mayor declared the motion carried, A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by amending the PDH for Walnut Ridge, Parts 5 through 9. The following individuals appeared: Tom Scott, P&Z Chairpelson; Larry Schnittjer, MMS Consultants; Richard S. Rhodes, 2014 Rochester Ave. The Mayor noted that the proclamation recognizing Girls and Women In Sports Day for 2/3 would be presented at this time, Amy Aaronson, President of the Women's Intercollegiate Sports Council (WISCl, and other group members accepted the proclamation, A public healing was held on a resolution approving the voluntary annexation of an approximate 422 acre tract of land, known as Sycamore Farms, located south of Hwy. 6 and the southern corporate limits, The following individuals 'appeared: Steve Bright, representing Sycamore Farms; Ed Slattery, Stanley Consultants; Richard S. Rhodes, 2014 Rochester Ave,; Tom Scott, P&Z Chairperson; Moved and seconded to accept correspondence from Richard S. Rhodes, The Mayor declared the motion carlied, Moved and seconded to continue the public hearing to 2/15. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by changing the use regulations of an approximate 422 acre tracl' of land, known as Sycamore Farms. Moved and seconded to incorporate remarks made at the previous public hearing as part of , this public hea~ing and to accept correspondence from Richard S, Rhodes and Steve Bright, The Mayor declared the motion carried, Moved and seconded to continue the public hearing to 2/15, The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on amendments to the Zoning Ordinance Sections 36.58, Off. .i ./~'" I. '., \.'1 "", c~\! l :." ~ .' . ":.- , I '. ~I _...;.; "~"..'-'i~::i:~:""'~"'- . ," ^ .-..-..".~.~.~-, "(""T;C', ,:,,' .".... (:11' '\'.-::-. , ". o ..,,1 :', ',:1 , i I .1 ..;. {' \ . 8.",:i,.,., \~:'s"" "0:: I . ' " "",.. ,:" d,," ~, : , I,. , . ~-. ~,:~~i','~. ': : ,~.mr': Official Actions February 1, 1994 Page 4 .' .' \ \ street parking requirements; 36.60 Sign Regulations, and 36-9, RFBH, Factory Built Housing Residential Zone, to allow certain commercial uses as provisional uses in the RFBH zone, and to replace the incorrect references to the RMH zone with RFBH. Moved and seconded to defer until 3/1 the ordinance vacating the northern 212 feet of the alley located between Burlington and Court Sts. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adopt ORD. 94. 3608, AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY AFFIRMING THE SINGLE.FAMIL Y CHARACTER OF THE RNC- 12, NEIGHBOR. HOOD CONSERVATION RESIDENTIAL ZONE, AND RESTRICTING THE NUMBER OF PRIN. CIPAL 8UILDINGS PERMITTED ON A LOT IN THE RNC- 12 ZONE. Moved and seconded to adopt RES, 94-27, APPRO~ING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF DEAN OAKES FOURTH ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA. M'oved and seconded to adopt RES. 94-28, APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF WILD PRAIRIE ESTATES, PART ONE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 94.29, APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF WILD PRAIRIE ESTATES, PART TWO, IOWA CITY, IOWA, A public hearing on an ordinance amending Chapter 33 entitled "Utilities" of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by adopting a new Section 33.10,4 entitled "Tap- On Fee for the Northwest Sanitary Sewer Project." The following individuals appeared: Roy Walton, 4520 Oak Crest Hill and Fred Chalbon, 3518 Deer Creek Rd. Moved and seconded that the ordinance amending Chapter 33 entitled "Utilities" of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by adopting a new Section 33.10.4 entitled "Tap.On Fee for the Northwest Sanitary Sewer Project," be given first vote for consideration. The Mayor declared the motion carried, Moved and seconded to defer to 2/1 5 a public discussion on an ordinance amending Chapter 34, entitled "Vegetation," Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by ,'. .~ I I I : I II ~A .J ~~' tl, ~,!. ", If- I ".,,1, o ':.,;' " 1 - , "'''c'-'-,. '\, ...1 "'j' ,.:.' ,,~. ,'. I . ...1 @ ',1 , ,.~ '" ,,' , . . :.,...'",'.,......:' :1.""1, /', 0, ",,,,,.,:,,",,,,)".,-, '..1'.',',. ..',. ,.,.'1'" 25 , ,", ~~r:. .~~; /> ....,.".,...,.; ',." , .- ~~ ; i : i 1. i ~ , ~/ 'if< .. ~.j " .' ,':;,: ';:'I'!I:,:,~-::,t-': ""'," .' Official Actions February 1, 1994 Page 5 adopting a new Article IV, Division II entitled "Private Application of Pesticides," which Article shall provide for regulating application of pesticides by private applicators, and provide for the enforcement thereof, The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to defer to 2/15 an ordinance amending Chapter 34, entitled "Vegetation," Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by adding a new Article IV, Division II entitled "Private Application of Pesticides," which Article shall provide for regulating application of pesticides by private applicators, and provide for the enforcement thereof. The Mayor declared the motion carried. The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Animal Control Advisory Bd. - one vacancy for 3-year term ending 5/4/97; Housing Comm. - two vacancies for 3-year terms ending 5/1/97. These appointments will be made at the 3/8 meeting of the City Council, The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Bd, of Library Trustees - one vacancy for an unexpired term ending 711/97; Civil Service Comm. - one vacancy for a 6-year term ending 4/1/00. These appointments will be made at the 3/1 meeting of the City Council, Historic Preservation Comm. - two vacancies for three.year terms ending 3/29/97; one for a representative of the Woodlawn District and one at-large, These appointments will be made at the 2/15 meeting of the City Council. Moved and seconded to approve the recommendation of the Bd. of Adjustment that Catherine Johnson be re-appointed to the Airport Zoning Bd. of Adjustment, The Mayor declared the motion carried. The Mayol noted the vacancy on the Sr. Center Comm, for a 3.year term ending 12/31/96, would be re.advertised and appointed at the 2/15 meeting of the City Council. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 94-30, SETTING FEES AND CHARGES WITH RESPECT TO THE ADMINISTRATION OF REGULATIONS OF PEDICABS AND TAXICABS, AND RESCINDING PRIOR RESOLUTION NO. 92-227. _C-.o ~' ~- i d - '." ..,': :,p,. ", -'-4~ ,..,..".,}""')';.;,::, . .' ,'. 0" ' ;.:<:']:':~>~' ',~';'_~' "';'",","t:.";,,,, i .:)'~<:':. :\~. !{. , ,\ ' ..."1..........."..' \ .,', ~.' . ..... I \; :, t" . .~ ...... I I ] . I I I A V ! " " .'.. :~,'5\ 1'0. ,: ;" , ,,' .. , 'il'. ' ,1 ." "~~.:,~L:::":, :'-'::~~"i2Lk~~~~;L~~~~,~_,;.'~:____...._._.i..___->__'':',_--;~.__.~-". Official Actions February 1, 1994 Page 6 , >~ Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 94-31, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A SUPPLEMENTAL CONTRACT WITH L.L. PELLlNG CO. OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, FOR THE JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS, PART OF THE 1993 ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 94-32, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE 1993 ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS DELETED THEREFROM AND INCLUDED IN A SUPPLEMENTAL CONTRACT. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 94-33, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT FOR THE ROHRET ROAD PEDESTRIAN BRIDGES PROJECT WITH THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION. Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 94-34, AUTHORIZING THE . EXECUTION OF AN EASEMENT AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA FOR PORTIONS OF RIVERSIDE DRIVE, IOWA AVENUE BRIDGE, IOWA AVENUE, WASHINGTON STREET, AND MADISON STREET IN IOWA CITY, IOWA. Moved and seconded to adopt RES, 94-35, RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO CONVEY A PORTION OF CITY PROPERTY IN EXCHANGE FOR PRIVATE PROPERTY NOW OWNED BY GARY L. GAINES, Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 94-36, RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO CONVEY VACATED PORTIONS OF THE NORTHERN HALF OF LAFAYETTE STREET AND THE EASTERN HALF OF MAIDEN LANE Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 94-37, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 83-17 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, Moved and seconded to adopt RES, 94.38, APPROVING THE EAST CENTRAL IOWA COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS REGIONAL COMPREHENSIVE SOLID WASTE MANAGE- MENT PLAN. Moved and seconded to adjourn to Executive Session to discuss matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation Is imminent where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice of disadvantage the position of the , . I ,~ I I I I I :,.(lo , -- .,',..,.". ' ',. "..~::2':;~";"~",::\1},.:"';:' ,,:\ """"""-"',.'." , " r , , ),,' .J.JLLlll ,-..;. .. . . ~ 'I .;.. ,. ..1 , " 'J" .... . i i , I 1 J , 't;'S""':"" ,,8"0"'::" ~, , '., '!'~~i"""" /?~', }, :,'" " . i, ',(, Official Actions February 1, 1994 Page 7 : ',' governmental body in that litigation. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded to adjourn 10:20 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried, A more complete description of Council activities is on file in the office of the City, Clerk, . s/SUSAN M. HOROWITZ, MAYOR~""~/J ) s/MARIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK fh ", WI' ~' I'~ . 'III\! 5';-",\\ ~. t, ',1,(':,\ 'II ubmitted for publication 2/10/94 '" ' , ' '1 I ! , .j '. ! j i I I sharedlcclerkICC2.1,nws , . , .~ '\ I. :i:': ,,\, '. r:; ).\~',:; (" , ~ ,.".,... ('f' ~. " " I . l i ~ lC~o :'.': ~" - J...'."".... "," . ,i;;:,,':,...;:Aq'c>,::.,.'...;,i\... " {, ,11. ~..>,'i., ~ '.' :' ::'-:;,',. "'''''''::'''',~~, ".,:,.".':,:', ' , .,t" ,.i - . \. ,.."........" :",' ", .'."~,,.. , I .," I 'I ., ".' , "1',"....., ',':'1"'';;:' '.......';,...' \ .",' 1;'1. ')' ,"" 0' ..:, , . ~) "\'." 'j :.'~" ~.. :'\. ,',';;::,..".. ,~",,',,\j" +" JIiU.~.~'" ",.', . ,^ . ., .. ' , . "t. ,.."\.\1' . " , -. ,~, '" . , .... .... .'::,.'. , ....01.. ,"' . . ...., 'if - --, ,',- ""._--, (,r-~-'"., '. 0 --.' --...-. ",.-_~_.'. .,.-';"...u,,,'~,",,'-'<." '..'-.~.~ ,_"___:._ COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIYITIES FEBRUARY 1, 1994 Iowa City City Council, special mtg" 6:30 p,m, at the Civic Center, Mayor Horowitz presiding, Council Members present: Baker, Horowitz, Kubby, Lehman, Novick, Pigott, Throgmorton, Absent: None. Staffmembers present: Atkins, Helling, Gentry, Karr, Franklin, Moen, Fosse, Council minutes tape recorded on 94-19, Side 2; 94-27 & 94-28, Both Sides. The Mayor proclaimed 2/10/94 as SALUTE TO HOSPITALIZED YETERANS DAY; February 1994 as BLACK HISTORY MONTH; 2/13-19/94 as SERTOMA'S FREEDOM WEEK; 2/3/94 as GIRLS AND WOMEN IN SPORTS DAY, The Mayor noted the following individuals who assisted with the 1/23/94 water plant emergency, City Water Division: Ed & Connie Brinton, Ed Moreno, Kevin Sluts, Carol Sweeting, Tim Dingbaum, Craig Meacham, Jude Moss, Laurel Kuhns, Bob Bowans, Art Hining, Karen Sheldon, Dave Nash, Laura Lamb, City Streets Division (Distribution): Leon Schlooter, Mike Brady. Pollution Control Division: Paul Druivenga, City Cable TV Office: Bob Hardy, Ben Dunnington, Contractors: Hupp Electric, AM Mechanical, Holiday Crane, Shay Electric, University Water Plant personnel: Robert Bear, Doug Brown, Loyd Koopman, Darin Farrey, David McClain, Raymond McCleary, Jim Oppelt, Aaron Schmidt, Scott Slee, Bob Spencer, Ken R~d . Moved by Kubby, seconded by Lehman, 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 1/18/94 and the special meeting of 1/24/94 as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk, Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Bd. of Appeals -12/20/93; Airport Comm, - 12/21/93; Riverfront & Natural Areas Comm, -11/17/93, 12/15/93; Bd, of Adjustment- 1/12/94; P&Z Comm, - 1/20/94, Permit Motions: Approving a Class C Liquor License for Motif, LId" dba Bo- James, 118 E. Washington SI. Approving a Class C Liquor License for Vanessa's of Iowa City, Inc" dba Givanni's Italian Cafe, 109 E. College SI. Approving a Class C Liquor License for Mike's Place, Inc. dba Mike's Tap, 122 Wright SI. Approving a Class C Liquor License for One Poor Student, Inc" dba One-Eyed Jake's, 18-20 S, Clinton SI. Approving a Class C Liquor License for Nash-Finch Co" dba Econofoods #473, 1987 Broadway, Approving a Class E Liquor License for Hy-Yee Food Stores, Inc" dba Hy- Yee Food Store #1, 501 Hollywood Blvd. Approving a Class E Liquor License for Hy- Yee Stores, Inc" dba Drugtown #1, 5 Hollywood Blvd. Approving a Class E Liquor License for Hy-Yee Food Stores, Inc" dba Hy-Yee Food Store #2, 320 N. 1st Ave, Approving a Class E Liquor License for John's Grocery, Inc" dba John's Grocery, 401 E, Market SI. Approving a Class E Beer Permit for Hy-Yee Food Stores, Inc., dba Hy- Yee Food Store #1, 501 Hollywood Blvd, Approving a Class E Beer Permit for Hy-Yee Food Stores, Inc., dba Hy-Yee Food Store #3, 1201 N. Dodge SI. Approving a Class E Beer Permit for Hy-Yee Food Stores, Inc" dba Drugtown, #1, 521 Hollywood Blvd, Approving a Class E Beer Permit for Hy.Yee Food Stores, Inc., dba Hy-Vee Food Store #2,310 N. 1st Ave, RES. 94-25, Bk, 111, p. 25, ISSUING DANCING PERMIT. Resolutions: RES, 94-26, Bk, 111, p. 26, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE RELEASE OF A LIEN REGARDING A PROMISSORY NOTE AND A MORTGAGE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 919 NORTH GILBERT STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA, . Correspondence: Petition signed by 216 people regarding the Iowa City Airport, Yalda Gebhart regarding TCI. Dale Hibbs regarding parking in the City High area, ~.._. -. :'0 J,:i". .' ',/ "- ~'. .' ',.' . :'/' , ".' ..' - -----,-,. !'i~' 8 n ,4,~) I ~-, . '. ,\ " ,~ .~, .~. I . ',\)' '\'.\1" , , ,~. '" , .' , -, . .",:,-_._ ,.._!._.LA_::_..:........ ._..._"._.....,-.,.".,_"...~.. """.'L"-o .... .~_._ .. Complete Description February 1, 1994 Page 2 v' '..1 Letters regarding paratransit service from: Goodwill Industries, Hillcrest Family Services, Margaret Lawrence, Systems Unlimited, Inc, Ron Vogel regarding parking on Third Ave, Ray Novick regarding the alley vacation between Court St. and Burlington St. City Plaza Use Permit: University of Iowa Animal Coalition for permission to have a quiet demonstration on City Plaza on 1/20/94, approved, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0" all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and noted the addition of Ray Novick's letter to the Consent Calendar. The Mayor announced that after Council's work session of 1/31, Council had agreed to defer the public discussion (agenda item #8) and consideration of the private applicator pesticide ordinance (agenda item #9). Robert Kemp, 1122 Estron St., requested Council consideration of a policy requiring that all Council vacancies be filled by special elections. Council requested that Mr. Kemp propose language for Council consideration, Randy Nepash, 426 Grant St., spoke regarding the proposal for a new water treatment plant, and concerns he felt should be addressed prior to moving into the final design phase of the project. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Throgmorton, to accept correspondence from Mr. Nepash, The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Novick, seconded by Pigott, to set a public hearing for 2/15/94, on an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by changing the use regulations for a 12.5 acre tract of land located west of Sycamore St. and south of Burns Ave, from ID-RS to RS-5 (Frantz), The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by amending the PDH for Walnut Ridge, Parts 5 through 9, The following individuals appeared: Tom Scott, P&Z Chairperson; Larry Schnittjer, MMS Consultants; Richard S, Rhodes, 2014 Rochester Ave, Council discussed the sidewalk and trail systems; public open space; and notification to the public of subdivi~ions, The Mayor noted that the proclamation recognizing Girls and Women In sports Day for 2/3/94 would be presented at this time, Amy Aaronson, President of the Women's Intercollegiate Sports Council (WISC), and other group members accepted the proclamation, A public hearing was held on a resolution approving the voluntary annexation of an' approximate 422 acre tract of land, known as Sycamore Farms, located south of Hwy, 6 and the southern corporate limits, The following individuals appeared: Steve Bright, representing Sycamore Farms; Ed Slattery, Stanley Consultants; Richard S, Rhodes, 2014 Rochester Ave.; Tom Scott, P&Z Chairperson; Moved by Kubby, seconded by Throgmorton, to accept correspondence from Richard S, Rhodes, The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Pigott, to continue the public hearing to 2/15/94, The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by conditionally changing the use regulations of an approximate 422 acre tract of land, known as Sycamore Farms, Moved by Kubby, seconded by Pigott, to incorporate remarks made at the previous public hearing (agenda item #5c) as part of this public hearing and to accept correspondence from Richard S, Rhodes and Steve Bright. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Sr, Planner Moen present for discussion, Moved by Kubby, seconded by Throgmorton, to continue the public hearing to 2/15/94, The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. , I . , ',,' "'~ :'1' ~:' , , ) -(~~.-;- , ",: -_... n . -: :- ' .., -- ..J - .... ._-,~_._~. o , . ".. . o I ~i) ~O ~. .. .1 '.. .' ;\. '.'.. . ~,' .'0,' ~" " " t>- . .... . "I "W,:, . .'-... , '--.1\. ~ ., -. , ...., . _. ~ _. _ ~ ~. _" ~~. ~ _ ~_ ..__, "'_M' _'., ~ ,.:. __. _~ _"_~ ~........ .,.",...,,~~ ..,.~..."'_.~h_ .' Complete Description February 1, 1994 Page 3 I: ,~ \ A public hearing was held on amendments to the Zoning Ordinance Sections 36-58, Off- street parking requirements; 36-60 Sign Regulations, and 36.9, RFBH, Factory Built Housing Residential Zone, to allow certain commercial uses as provisional uses in the RFBH zone, and to replace the incorrect references to the RMH zone with RFBH. No one appeared, Moved by Kubby, seconded by Novick, to defer until 2/15/94 an ordinance vacating the northern 212 feet of the alley located between Burlington and Court Sts, (Hieronymi Project).' The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. PCD Director Franklin present for discussion. After discussion, moved by Kubby, seconded by Pigott, to reconsider the previous motion to defer, The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Pigott, to defer until 3/1/94 the ordinance vacating the northern 212 feet of the alley located between Burlington and Court Sts, The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Novick, seconded by Kubby, to adopt ORD, 94-3608, Bk. 37, p, 5, AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY AFFIRMING THE SINGLE-FAMILY CHARACTER OF THE RNC-12, NEIGHBORHOOD CONSERVATION RESIDENTIAL ZONE, AND RESTRICTING THE NUMBER OF PRINCIPAL BUILDINGS PERMITTED ON A LOT IN THE RNC-12 ZONE, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Baker, seconded by Novick, to adopt RES. 94.27, Bk, 111, p, 27, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF DEAN OAKES FOURTH ADDITION, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Council discussed grading and erosion control concerns; public notification requirements; and secondary access concerns expressed by the Fire Department. Sr. Planner Moen and PCD Director Franklin present for discussion, The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 4/3, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Baker, Horowitz, Lehman, Novick, Nays: Throgmorton, Kubby, Pigott. Moved by Novick, seconded, by Lehman, to adopt RES, 94-28, Bk, 111, p. 28, APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF WILD PRAIRIE ESTATES, PART ONE, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, Moved by Novick, seconded by Lehman, to adopt RES, 94-29, Bk, 111, p. 29, APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT OF WILD PRAIRIE ESTATES, PART TWO, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, A public hearing on an ordinance amending Chapter 33 entitled "Utilities" of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by adopting a new Section 33-10.4 entitled "Tap. On Fee for the Northwest Sanitary Sewer Project." The following individuals appeared: Roy Walton, 4520 Oak Crest Hill and Fred Charbon, 3518 Deer Creek Rd, City Engr, Fosse present for discussion, Moved by Novick, seconded by Baker, that the ordinance amending Chapter 33 entitled "Utilities" of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by adopting a new Section 33-10.4 entitled "Tap-On Fee for the Northwest Sanitary Sewer Project," be given first vote for consideration, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all 'Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried, Moved by Novick, seconded by Throgmorton, to defer to 2/15/94, a public discussion on an ordinance amending Chapter 34, entitled "Vegetation," Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by adopting a new Article IV, Division II entitled "Private Application of I:':ti ( ; i' I I I II I I~ I , , " '~~ I~ ;,:1 " L, 'i~[."-;- --- ~.. - - _:---- -'..Q- ., ), I f" . o I'jl nO"" I ~, ~ .1.<'1JEI!' . I; ,..' ~, , I, '""\ , -'\ l \ , \' \: r:d , " ; i. I" '~: , , 0~'-,-' " J '" . y",f'" ~I ;":\1, ~( (.~ :;v~ L_- ;C~:'~~ ,. _', -f i < ~r~\I"~ . ....' f ,', ~, " . . .u .._..,____,,_.LC'. ;...~.'.-....'. Complete Description February 1, 1994 Page 4 Pesticides," which Article shall provide for regulating application of pesticiqes by private applicators, and provide for the enforcement thereof, The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Pigott, to defer to 2/15/94, an ordinance amending Chapter 34, entitled 'Vegetation," Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by adding a new Article IV, Division II entitled "Private Application of Pesticides," which Article shall provide for regulating application of pesticides by private applicators, and provide for the enforcement thereof. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Animal Control Advisory Bd, - one vacancy for 3-year term ending 5/4/97; Housing Comm, - two vacancies for 3-year terms ending 5/1/97. These appointments will be made at the 3/8/94 meeting of the City Council, The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Bd. of Library Trustees - one vacancy for an unexpired term ending 7/1/97; Civil Service Comm, - one vacancy for a 6-year term ending 4/1/00, These appointments will be made at the 3/1/94 meeting of the City Council, Historic Preservation C6mm, - two vacancies for three-year terms ending 3/29/97; one for a representative of the Woodlawn District and one at-large. These appointments will be made at the 2/15/94, meeting of the City Council. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Pigott, to approve the recommendation of the Bd, of Adjustment that Catherine Johnson be re-appointed to the Airport Zoning Bd, of Adjustment. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor noted the vacancy on the Sr, Center Comm, for a 3-year term ending 12/31/96, would be re-advertised and appointed at the 2/15/94 meeting of the City Council, The Mayor noted the Commission was currently comprised of 5 males and 3 females and stated her desire for gender balance, Council Member Baker requested additional bike racks in the downtown area. Staff will report back on locations and costs, Baker also asked for staff research into an administrative process that would allow minor adjustmentslvariances/exceptions to the zoning code, rather than the applicant appeal to Bd, of Adjustment and pay a substantial fee, Staff will report back, Pigott noted the letter from Robert Kelley, Chief of the Engineering Division, Army Corps of Engineers, regarding an upcoming meeting to discuss possible changes in the regulation plan; and requested that the City Mgr, work for a specific date the City Councils of Iowa City and Coralville, County Bd. of Supervisors, and JCCOG could meet for public discussion with representatives from the Corps. Pigott requested a status report on the Environmental Technical Advisory Committee, PCD Director Franklin stated the matter is scheduled for Council's work session on 2/14/94. Throgmorton referenced the Longfellow Neighborhood Association recent newsletter which highlighted a program offered by Iowa Illinois Gas & Electric to reduce residential energy use called HOME ENERGY ADVANTAGE, Pigott stated the program would also by on the Environmental Advocates agenda on 2/2/94. Novick reminded citizens of the panel discussion scheduled 2/3/94 sponsored by the League of Women Voters on water issues. Kubby reminded Councilors of previous interest to do six month evaluations on Council appointees (City Mgr" City Atty" City Clerk), The City Mgr, and Mayor will report back, Kubby noted an article in the Nation's Cities Weekly regarding the Mayor Philadelphia requesting cities support his opposition to the requirement that curb ramps be installed as streets are resurfaced; and asked the Mayor to a letter stating our support for the curb ramp program. The Mayor reported that the Iowa City Area Chamber' of Commerce : ---='_.,--, - :".- =-~,~.., ')\ . ,,"' f I /~ I' I , I I b ~[J .~!j~11- , , { ,\ \ \ \ ~ ( I I I i~ , i I t , . 0'" "~ fr.~ >~", ",: ~, , (~;~ , " ". , " ,: ,.' . ',' \- i " '" , "r ' \~j.~ ;~, ..-..'. , '. . .. _,...._ ,.__ ,. ~._.."r_'._'..~ '"".~"__.._ _~.._. Complete Description February 1, 1994 Page 5 has appointed a task force on ADA accessibility, She also informed Council of a letter received from Connie Champion, School Board President, asking that the City Council reconsider their decision regarding street parking around City High, noting that a meeting has been scheduled for 2/7/94, at 7:00 p.m" in the Little Theater of City High to discuss the design of the proposed parking area, The Mayor indicated a desire to schedule Council consideration of this request as soon as 2/15/94 if possible, . The City Atty, reported that First Asst. Anne Burnside argued the Yeggy case in the Court of Appeals 2/1/94, and the City awaits the results, Moved by Baker, seconded by Throgmorton, to adopt RES, 94-30, Bk, 111, p, 3D, SETTING FEES AND CHARGES WITH RESPECT TO THE ADMINISTRATION OF REGULATIONS OF PEDICABS AND TAXICABS, AND RESCINDING PRIOR RESOLUTION NO, 92-227, increasing the fees for taxicab stands. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, Moved by Novick, seconded by Kubby, to adopt RES. 94-31, Bk, 111, p, 31, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A SUPPLEMENTAL CONTRACT WITH L.L. PELLlNG CO. OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, FOR THE JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS, PART OF THE 1993 ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT. City Engr, Fosse present for discussion, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by. Lehman, to adopt RES, 94-32, Bk. 111, p, 32, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE 1993 ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF JEFFERSON STREET IMPROVEMENTS DELETED THEREFROM AND INCLUDED IN A SUPPLEMENTAL CONTRACT, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, Moved by Novick, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES, 94-33, BK. 111, p. 33, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT FOR THE ROHRET ROAD PEDESTRIAN BRIDGES PROJECT WITH THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, City Engr. Fosse present for discussion, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Pigott, seconded by Novick, to adopt RES, 94-34, Bk, 111, p, 34, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN EASEMENT AGREEMENT FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA FOR PORTIONS OF RIVERSIDE DRIVE, IOWA AVENUE BRIDGE, IOWA AVENUE, WASHINGTON STREET, AND MADISON STREET IN IOWA CITY, IOWA, City Engr. Fosse present for discussion, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, The Mayor congratulated City Engr, Fosse on the birth of his son, Samual Addison, Moved by Kubby, seconded by Pigott, to adopt RES. 94-35, Bk, 111, p, 35, RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO CONVEY A PORTION OF CITY PROPERTY IN EXCHANGE FOR PRIVATE PROPERTY NOW OWNED BY GARY L. GAINES. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, Moved by Lehman, seconded by Novick, to adopt RES. 94-36, Bk, 111, p, 36, RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO CONVEY VACATED PORTIONS OF THE NORTHERN HALF OF LAFAYETTE STREET AND THE EASTERN HALF OF MAIDEN LANE, to Kennedy Plaza Inc, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, o ,..0, , ," ~. ,.. i I I I i I I j . " I ~b I 10",,' '} t.. .. ~) . , , I , , -1 , i , : i I I i , , i i , I "~:<l ") ; .:', '. ",' . '- ,.,... Susan M. Horowitz, Mayor --.-' i : Marian K, Karr, City Clerk I , ,....-'" /, ',' \ I " I, ..- ;, r]: li sharedlcclerkICC2-1.min i . ~ I ~ ; I' I ' , ~LJ ~ , '1'1'.:',..' I, 1\" ~L' .;'." I _.:." 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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES FEBRUARY 15, 1994 Iowa City City Council, regular mtg" 7:30 p.m, at the Civic Center, Mayor Horowitz presiding, Council Members present: Baker, Horowitz, Kubby, Lehman, Novick, Pigott, Throgmorton, Absent: None, Staffmembers present: Atkins, Helling, Gentry, Karr, Schoon, Franklin, Fosse, Scott, Doyle, Donahue, Yucuis, Council minutes tape recorded on Tapes 94-36 & 94-37, Both Sides; 94-38, Side 1. The Mayor proclaimed 2/13-19/94 as UNITED WAY AND PARSONS TECHNOLOGY HOSPICE ROAD RACES VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION WEEK, Peg McElroy-Fraser and Teresa McLaughlin accepted; March 1994 as WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH; 1994 as YEAR OF THE FAMILY, The Mayor delivered the State of the City Message, Moved by Novick, seconded by Throgmorton, that the following items and recommenda- tions in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, andlor adopted as amended: Approval of the Official Council Actions of the special meeting of 2/1/94 as published, subject to corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: P&Z Comm, - 2/3/94; P&R Comm, - 1/12/94; Human Rights Comm, - 1/24/94; Bd, of Library Trustees - 1/27/94; Historic Preservation Comm, - 1/11/94, 1/25/94; Riverfront & Natural Area Comm, . 1/19/94; Bd, of Appeals. 1/17/94; Broadband Telecomm, Comm. - 1/19/94, Setting Public Hearings: Consider a motion setting a public hearing on 3/29/94, on the City of Iowa City's FY95 Iowa Department of Transportation State Transit Assistance Grant Application, and authorizing the City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing. RES, 94-39, Bk, 111, p, 39, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING for 3/1 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE RIVERSIDE DRIVE RIVER TRAIL PROJECT, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID HEARING, AND DIRECTING THE CITY ENGINEER TO PLACE SAID PLANS ON FILE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION. RES, 94-40, Bk, 111, p. 40, SETTING TWO PUBLIC HEARINGS TO DISCUSS THE PROPOSED OPERAT- ING BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR JULY 1, 1994, THROUGH JUNE 3D, 1995, THE PROPOSED THREE-YEAR FINANCIAL PLAN, AND ALSO THE SEVEN-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM, for 3/1 and 3/8/94, Resolutions: RES, 94-41, Bk, 111, p, 41, ADOPTING SUPPLEMENT NUMBER 62 TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, Correspondence: Thomas C, Thrams regarding a transit bus stop adja- cent to his home, Letters regarding the parking situation at City High from: Cheryl Tugwell, Jeff & Cathy McCullough, Elsie Foerstner and neighbors of Glendale Rd, Mark Twain Elementary School regarding traffic problems on DeForest Sl. Iowa Festival requesting Council permissions to close the parking lot adjacent to the Holiday Inn for a three-day period 6/10-12/94 for an event, "The Art of Food," Wilfreda Hieronymus withdrawing the application for vacation of the northern 212 feet of the alley in Block 102, Richard Grimland of North Liberty regarding the proposed water plan. Petition & letter from Linda Heneghan regarding paratransit service provided by SEATS. John Orth regarding: pesti- cides, leaf burning, street parking, road signs, the book "The WinlWin Way", and ~co -~ ! '_~~- .,- -,. - ~., "',.',~,~)' , I', ,'.. , , f" I 1 I I . t; , I I ~l ~' t, ~ w ll' t~ ~ r~l m'"",,;. (I,li , ,'.~ , , , -c). ~!~ 1'1 ~ ~~ ~I t.', 'If (, f!5,ld " : ,;.' ... .", :\ .' , . : ,~,.f' .. ,~'. . '.\'. . ..r \\t,~ " . ',' .+,- , .:' .. . . '. .... , ~ ., -. . ," , -- .,. ..."..-.;. ~.,_..'. ,,' ;". ~...! . #'" '::.":' .. . - ,.,."".,;.~.;.., .,.;;v~":~';...,.'.-.:,-.::.:~'" '. ',' '.." ____ ,'.' _'.. : Council Activities February 15, 1994 Page 2 ,~ I, .,,,\ \ concerns for Iowa City. Thomas Weingeist regarding the new environmental inventory map. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearings as set. The Mayor noted that Council had discussed the issue of private application of pesti- cides at their work session 2/14/94 and had decided not to pursue the matter, Therefore item 7, public discussion, and item 8, consideration of the ordinance will not be acted upon, Moved by Kubby, seconded by Pigott, to set a public hearing for 3/1/94 on an amend- ment to the Zoning Ordinance to revise Section 36-20.5, Central Business Support (CB-5) zone requirements, PCD Director Franklin present for discussion, The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Novick, seconded by Throgmorton, to set a public hearing for 3/1/94, on an ordinance repealing the vacation of the southern 97 feet of the north-south alley in Block 102 bounded by Clinton, Burlington, Dubuque, Court streets. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. A public hearing was held on an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by changing the use regulations of a 12,5 acre tract of land located west of Sycamore St. and south of Burns Ave. from ID-RS to RS-5 (Frantz), No one appeared, Moved by Kubby, seconded by Pigott, to combine a public hearing on a resolution approving the voluntary annexation of an approximate 422 acre tract of land, known as Syca- more Farms, located south of Highway 6 and the southern corporate limits and the public hearing on an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by conditionally changing the use regulations of an approximate 422 acre tract of land known as Sycamore Farms, The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. PCD Director Franklin updated Council and distributed copies of the signed amended conditional zoning agreement. Moved by Throgmorton, seconded by Pigott, to accept correspondence from Lon Drake. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Steve Bright, representing Sycamore Farms, appeared, Moved by Novick, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES. 94-42, Bk, 111, p, 42, APPROV- ING THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION OF AN APPROXIMATE 422 ACRE TRACT OF LAND KNOWN AS SYCAMORE FARMS, LOCATED SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 6AND THE SOUTHERN CORPORATE LIMITS, Individual Council Members expressed their views, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, Moved by Pigott, seconded by Lehman, that the ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by conditionally changing the use regulations of an approximate 422 acre tract of land located south of Highway 6 and the southern corporate limits (Sycamore Farms), be given first vote for consideration, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Throgmorton, seconded by Baker, that the ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by amending Sections 36-58, Off-Street Parking Requirements; 36-60, Sign Regula- tions, and 36-9, RFBH, Factory Built Housing Residential zone, to allow certain commercial uses as provisional uses in the RFBH zone, and to replace the incorrect references to the RMH zone with RFBH, be given first vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried, Moved by Novick, seconded by Lehman, that the ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance by amending the PDH plan for Walnut Ridge, Parts 5 through 9, be given first vote for consideration, PCD Director Franklin present for discussion. After discussion, original motion withdrawn, Moved by Novicki seconded by Pigott, to defer the ordinance to the 3/8/94 Council \ i ,...... l'-';';";; , , I i ! I" :r , . ~.~ ~ 'j'" 'i\ ~i i,:,j~'1 ,:'It r. ','~'~ L.., ([W.o - ._- 1/1" 0) "'Ill ,.". ..~ , ..... -' . ,.. . - I' I I " I '~ ~~, ~i r ,ID 1- I~ !~ ,!l iff l't r~ ~!i ~; l,;i .. '.11 I!'I I .. \ ' liS : ~O, ,!l"~: ',\: .' (-:.. I ,,\ , .'.-c.,'" , , \. 'l \ I 'II ,\ rL , , . i \ I I I . ; I 1~1 ; I " i 'f I I' . , , ! \.1, ' i\,;"/ 9'1 1 ;;~:I,;'''~' ,.,l' (;.}fJ, ,", !ii~" "1'"'~''' r' !~":mi ...... I L_,.."_ {C~ ., " ,~ I " '.;" ' ,.tw,. '. '".. " '" . , " '..~ '. , . "~'..:, ,',,'C:. C.'-"'"",, :~\.:~~,.".. .......~~,.._~_. - .._-, .-....,.-,~.'." '-"'-'..."'-,,-'" ....".~.,. ".""'---' Council Activities February 15, 1994 Page 3 meeting and to meet jointly with the P&Z Comm, on 3/7/94, The Mayor decfared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Lehman, seconded by Novick, to adopt RES, 94-43, Bk. 111, p, 43, APPROV- ING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF A RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 5 AND PORTIONS OF LOTS 4 AND 6 OF A RESUBDIVISION OF A PART OF LOT 4 OF OHLS SUBDIVISION, IOWA CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Throgmorton, to accept correspondence form Richard Rhodes. The Mayor decfared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. A public hearing was held on a proposed Near Southside Commercial Urban Revitaliza- tion Plan for a proposed Urban Revitalization Area in the City of Iowa City, Iowa, Economic Development Planner Schoon present for discussion, Moved by Novick, seconded by Throgmorton, to amend the section of the Plan entitled "Types of Construction Eligible" to read "Eligible constiuction includes rehabilitation and additions to existing property determined to be historic and/or architecturally significate by the Iowa City Historic Preservation Commission and new construction for all other commercial property, except commercial property which contains residential." Individual Council Members expressed their views, The Mayor declared the motion defeated, 2/5, with the following division of voice vote: Ayes: Horowitz, Novick, Nays: Throgmorton, Pigott, Baker, Lehman, Kubby, Absent: None, Moved by Novick, seconded by Lehman, to amend the section of the Plan entitled "Types of Construction Eligible" to include the following language "For purposes of this Plan, new construction refers to buildings con- structed after the date of adoption of this Plan and any subsequent additions to those build- ings," The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Moved by Novick, seconded by Pigott, to amend the section of the Plan entitled "Types of Construction Eligible" to include the following language "In addition, plans and specifications for the exteriors of new construction must be submitted to the Iowa City Design Review Committee for review and recommendation, The Design Review Committee recommendation will be submitted to the Iowa City City Council for review and approval. The City Council must approve the exterior design prior to construction in order for the improvements to qualify for property tax exemption under this Plan," The Mayor decfared the motion carried, 6/1, with the following division of voice vote: Ayes: Baker, Horowitz, Kubby, Novicki Pigott, Throgmorton. Nays: Lehman, Absent: None, The following individuals appeared: Cal Lewis, architect for Hieronymi Project (Hieronymus Square); Bud Louis; John Balmer, 10 Princeton Ct.; Dean Thornberry; Marty Kelly, ICAD; Wilfreda Hieronymus, 3322 Muscatine; Harry Wolf, Chamber of Commerce Bd, and Downtown Expansion Task Force; Clyde Guillaume; 1502 Dover; Tom Werderitsch, 3 Evergreen Place; Mark Phillips, 1165 Oakes Dr, PCD Director Franklin present for discussion, Moved by Pigott, seconded by Baker, to continue the public hearing to the 3/1/94 meeting of the City Council. The Mayor decfared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor noted that public discussion would not be held on an ordinance amending Chapter 34, entitled "Vegetation," Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by adding a new Article IV, Division II entitled "Private Application of Pesticides," which Article shall provide for enforcement thereof, because of Council's desire not to pursue the ordinance. Moved by Novick, seconded by Kubby, that the ordinance amending Chapter 34, entitled "Vegetation," Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, lowa, by adding a new Article IV, Division II entitled "Private Application of Pesticides," which Article shall provide for enforcement thereof, be given first vote for consideration. After discussion, moved by Kubby, seconded by Pigott, to defer the ordinance indefinitely. The Mayor declared the motion to defer indefinitely : -, -~- : ~-- ~_,)i , 0 ,/ '. ~', PO' . - I "'~ "', 4, ..~ I i ~ ~! ~ t~ Ill, :1 ,'I '.'1 lj ~J , I I .. l 'I [] " , , , .2i':A:'!t.;~ " .' . " ~, / I , , '~f ,,\'J,~ ,~. oJ. . .,'. ~ ',.,". '. . "'- .:.....--.'.,,,':. , . :," "";""",,.J.- '0_.'. ""~_'''' ~._.._."- .."'.; ....;."".:"'-,.,........" Council Activities February 15, 1994 Page 4 , ,l -,' carried, 4/3, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Throgmorton, Kubby, Pigott, Baker, Nays: Horowitz, Lehman, Novick, Absent: None, A public hearing was held on conveyance of a portion of City property to Gary L. Gaines, in exchange for additional City land. No one appeared, Moved by Lehman, seconded by Throgmorton, to adopt RES. 94-44, Bk, 111, p, 44, AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A PORTION OF CITY PROPERTY IN EXCHANGE FOR A PORTION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY NOW OWNED BY GARY L. GAINES. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, A public hearing was held on conveyance of vacated portions of the northern half of Lafayette Street and the eastern half of Maiden Lane to Kennedy Plaza, Inc, No one appeared, Moved by Lehman, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES, 94-45, Bk, 111, p, 45, AUTHO- RIZING CONVEYANCE OF VACATED PORTIONS OF THE NORTHERN HALF OF LAFAY- ETTE STREET AND THE EASTERN HALF OF MAIDEN LANE TO KENNEDY PLAZA, INC, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members, The Mayor declared the resolu- tion adopted, The Mayor noted the current vacancies: Design Review Comm, - one vacancy for an unexpired term ending 7/1/95, This appointment will be made at the 3/29/94 meeting of the City Council. The Mayor noted the previously announced vacancies: Bd. of Library Trustees - one vacancy for an unexpired term ending 7/1/97; Civil Service Comm. . one vacancy for a six-year term ending 4/1/00, These appointments will be made at the 3/1/94 meeting of the City Council, Animal Control Advisory Bd. - one vacancy for a three-year term ending 5/4/97; Housing Comm, - two vacancies for three-year terms ending 5/1/97, These appointments will be made at the 3/8/94 meeting of the City Council. Moved by Novick, seconded by Kubby, to appoint Terri Miller, 2004 Dunlap Court, to the Sr, Center Comm, to fill a three-year term ending 12/31/96; re-appoint Ginalie Swaim, 1024 Woodlawn, to the Historic Preservation Comm, for a three-year term ending 3/29/97, as a Woodlawn District representative, and re-appoint Doug Russell, 722 N. Lucas St., as an at- large representative; and to approve the recommendation of the City of Coralville that Les Kuehl be appointed to the Riverfront and Natural Areas Comm, as a representative of Coralville for a three-year term ending 12/1/96, The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. Council Member Baker notified citizens of the joint meeting scheduled for 2/17 with the Historic Preservation Commission and the Planning and Zoning Commission to discuss the Brown Street historic district designation, Pigott asked for Council consideration of the request from the Iowa Festival for use of the parking lot next to Holiday Inn (Consent Calendar item 3,e,(4)), after discussion Council directed the City Manager to approve the request; and congratulated the City Clerk for her efforts in pursuing Internet connection, Throgmorton briefed Council on a discussion with a resident of the Towncrest Mobile Home Park regarding his uncertain future, and stated his interest not to continue this type of consideration and stated his support for the people who live there, Kubby referenced the 2/7 memo from First Asst. City Attorney Burnside regarding "Discriminatory Advertisements for Housing" and asked that copies of the memo be supplied to the Press Citizen and Daily Iowan; questioned the status of the traffic light at Mormon Trek and Hwy, 1, and asked for Council concurrence to explore shared costs or annexation of the corner, the City Manager will follow up; and stated 2/27 was Water Watch '94 and encouraged citizens to take advantage of the family tour of the Coralville Dam scheduled that day. Novick stated her pleasure at attending the awards ceremony recognizing \ \ ~ , ' : I' I I I I" I I I I ~f I' ;~~ " 'I ~~ ot; 1; (, ~ . j,;!,!~,', I ~l'I" {:r:..~__~_ ."T :-~-~ - - ,.. . ~ 11 I '~ ~ f~' 1, ~\, d (, [\1 ,,~ "l fa:-. .,!tI )"5~ I~ el I~l. w ~i\ t.'. ~l ~ .~\' b ~ tit. AD..'" l ;;.) ~ 0' .' f: .' ",.,~ .' ;~..:.i::JJ . "1' :",~\\!.: , .;,,' t>. , .'-. ~ '", . .. I 0 '. ". ~.. :~ . . ~"""'..~_.-. .,. . ." ....-..._.......-.'.,....,,'-._~'-'-,. ~".~ .,,-..-. ..-.--_........~-.......',..,....- Council Activities February 15, 1994 Page 5 the years of service by City employees; noted the letter from Gerry Newsome in the newspaper complimenting the work of City employees during a recent water main break; reminded citizens of a meeting 2/17 at the City Library to discuss future plans at the Library; and noted an open house at Independent Living 2/25, the Mayor noted that a briefing for community leaders will be held prior to the open house, The Mayor announced that First National Bank, Dance of Iowa City and the Iowa City Schools are presenting "Sunday Afternoon for the Park" on 3/6 to benefit the park and encouraged community involvement; and noted the unveiling of the environment inventory map at Council's work session 2/14, copies will be sold, The City Attorney acknowledged the three stars presented her by Council Member Novick for her work product on the pesticides ordinances; noted that Parks & Rec, Director Trueblood had presented an update to the Noon Kiwanis on fundraising efforts at City Park; congratulated Atty. John Hayek on his successful defense for the City against DNR claims at the landfill, Moved by Kubby, seconded by Throgmorton, to adopt RES, 94-46, Bk, 111, p, 46, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE THE PROPERTY AT 1109 FIFTH AVENUE FOR THE PROVISION OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO A LOW/MODERATE INCOME HOUSEHOLD, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, Moved by Novick, seconded by Pigott, to adopt RES, 94-47, Bk, 111, p. 47, AUTHORIZ- ING THE CITY OF IOWA CITY TO ESTABLISH A POLICY REGARDING PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR TRANSIT FARE AND SERVICE CHANGES FOR IOWA CITY TRANSIT, JCCOG Asst. Transportation Planner Doyle present for discussion, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, Moved by Kubby, seconded by Pigott, to adopt RES, 94-48, Bk, 111, p, 48, AUTHORIZ- ING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT WITH SHIVE-HATTERY ENGINEERS AND ARCHITECTS, INC, FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR DESIGN OF THE IOWA RIVER CORRIDOR TRAIL FROM BURLINGTON STREET TO HIGHWAY 6, at a fee not to exceed $31,500, JCCOG Transportation Planner Doyle stated that an additional $800-$2000 would be set aside for soil investigation, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, Moved by Kubby, seconded by Novick, to adopt RES, 94-49, Bk, 111, p, 49, AWARD- ING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEST CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 1994 SANITARY AND STORM SEWER PROJECT, consisting of the sanitary sewer at Dunnugan Court, Pine Street, Kineton Green and the Westside Truck Sewer and storm sewer construction at Ellis Avenue to Tschiggfrie Excavat- ing Co. for $694,697.76. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, Moved by Throgmorton, seconded by Lehman, to adopt RES, 94-50, Bk. 111, p, 50, AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE PARK DEVELOPMENT CONSTRUCTION OF THE WHISPERING MEADOWS WETLAND PARK, to Barker's Inc. for $11 0,912.50 (Contract 1-Park Development) and Olson Bros, Sodding & Landscaping for $23,975, (Contract 2-Prairie Restoration), City Engr, Fosse present for discussion, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, Moved by Novick, seconded by Throgmorton, to adopt RES. 94-51, Bk, 111, p. 51, AUTHORIZING CITY STAFF TO BEGIN NEGOTIATIONS FOR THE PURCHASE OF PROP- ERTY LYING BElWEEN WATERFRONT DRIVE AND THE CRANDIC RAILROAD RIGHT-OF- WAY FOR THE FUTURE EXTENSION OF SOUTHGATE AVENUE. City Engr, Fosse present '= o ,0, . , '. ~. . - o I I ~~'," ~ i ~f; f' , I ~O ,'5 D '. ,"I Council Activities February 15, 1994 Page 6 i for discussion, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, Moved by Novick, seconded by Baker, to adopt RES. 94-52, Bk, 111, p, 52, AMENDING THE CONFIDENTIAUADMINISTRA TIVE AND EXECUTIVE CLASSIFICA TION/COMPENSA- TION PLAN (deletion of Parking Systems Superintendent, the addition of Parking Mgr" and the reclassification of Transit Mgr,) Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, Moved by Lehmani seconded by Throgmorton, to adopt RES, 94-53, Bk. 111, p, 53, CERTIFYING UNPAID MOWING AND PROPERTY CLEANUP CHARGES AND UNPAID SNOW AND ICE REMOVAL CHARGES TO JOHNSON COUNTY FOR COLLECTION IN THE SAME MANNER AS PROPERTY TAX, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. ' Moved by Throgmorton, seconded by Lehman, to adopt RES, 94-54, Bk, 111, p. 54, CERTIFYING UNPAID WATER, SANITARY SEWER AND SOLID WASTE CHARGES TO JOHNSON COUNTY FOR COLLECTION IN THE SAME MANNER AS A PROPERTY TAX, In response to Kubby, City Clerk Karr and Customer Services Mgr, Donahue stated no phone calls had been received from individuals concerning this matter. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, Moved by Novick, seconded by Pigott, to adopt RES, 94-55, Bk, 111, p, 55, TOLLING THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF PROPOSED CABLE RATES (FCC FORM 393). Asst. City Mgr. Helling present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Pigott, that the ordinance amending Chapter 33 entitled "Utilities" of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by adopting a new Section 33-10.4 entitled 'Tap-on fee for the Northwest Sanitary Sewer Project", be given second vote for consideration. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council Members present. The Mayor declared the motion carried, Moved by Kubby, seconded by Pigott, to adjourn 11:15 p.m, The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Council Members present. . 'I ;.t' . , , ! , i ---:-, , ,~i:) ",' " ,...-.-. \ \ -~ ',;;Hoi\",", K"~1 , , I i ~~ )71 .!l~~~ Susan M, Horowitz, Mayor d ~ r~~ Man n K. Karr, City Clerk .-, sharedlcc2-15,mi I II~'~ , II ; I ' ~,'~I.'A,' '~'V , , I,',: l,i.:_,'"',,, ,. r . .- ;t[. '. -:.; ,Co - j....'....."'....'.......".'.....'.... ,;,;C':';:'),Q,,:"'i;::(' i" .' \ . " i, "..'.- "':,'i;:-"":: ;, ' :<,' '.. '.: .,-.," .:/'.,', ,"; '. . 'I I ''',:' .,,<' "':1 '. \" "',j . '. r: ! ,', " , ~.." J' , , 'I","'" ' " r:. ,0/., ...) , , 'fo":!i ,':, }:' ..><._"._011."'1 - ,~~! '.. ';, ., ," " " ,.'\ ... . .... . "'i, "''.\1" " . ..... ~ -. ..' - . :: :...-. ..~.,,_c._._,...""'_....."';~_.,. ,',',. ..........._..~.~.._......,'"".. .'L,,'_' "-._ : 'I City of Iowa City MEMORANDUM 1}. r.;:ti' ~t,'."." ".,.' ~+1' t'N R~ ~T., "i '" J Date: February 18, 1994 To: Mayor and City Council From: City Clerk Re: Council Work Session, February 8, 1994 - 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers Mayor Susan Horowitz presiding. Council Members: Horowitz, Baker, Kubby, Lehman, Novick, Pigott, Throgmorton. Staff present: Atkins, Helling, Karr, Yucuis, O'Malley, Schoenfelder, Boothroy, McCahon. Tape recorded on Reels 94-26, Side 2; 94-30, All; 94-31. AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT UPDATE Reel 94-26, Side 2 I ~l 11,.,' !~t ~ "1 ~.\ l~ ~ [j ~ "..-........ HIS Director Boothroy, City Architect Schoenfelder, and Assistant Architect McCahon presented information on plans for the affordable housing project. Boothrby stated staff has contracted for the survey of lots, the appraisal, the soil survey, and the title opinion. Boothroy explained that each lot will be soil tested, Schoenfelder and McCahon presented the affordable housing project building plans. Schoenfelder explained a HUD requirement that the 3-bedrooms be only 924 sq. ft. and 4- bedrooms be only 1,125 sq.ft. Schoenfelder said the administrative, engineering and architectural fees are included in the cost of the units; and there will be at least two units that comply with ADA. Schoenfelder explained that Eileen McCahon has been hired to assist him in preparing the plans. Schoenfelder said that at least seven of the units will be sun tempered spaces. I r , ,~\ , \ \\ , , I' I , ' " Eileen McCahon presented five floor plans. In reference to the zero lot line plans, Kubby stated that having side-by-side garages appeared more car-oriented while a separated garage decreases the emphasis on cars. Throgmorton stated that he sees a potential for a courtyard uniting two units. McCahon explained Code requires windows that allow for egress and HUD officials requested double hung windows be used. In response to Horowitz, Boothroy stated the building code requires egress windows in every bedroom, ,.~-\ ,I; :,' ',~; 1,': I \' , ' , ' , i I I.' : , , i'l il :, i' I , BUDGET DISCUSSION Reel 94-26, Side 2 '~I ~' ,:1 Atkins stated that President Clinton's budget includes pursuing a five year program for adding 100,000 police officers for cities; the Labor Department pursuing a summer jobs program; increasing homeless aid to $1.76 billion; putting $500,000 million into the five-year voucher program for homeless families, In response to Horowitz, Atkins explained that Iowa City's assisted housing program is fully financed by federal aid, Atkins explained that Clinton's budget also includes an increase for mass transit to help state and local governments buy equipment. Atkins explained there will be a decrease in the operating assistance and staff has calculated that to be a $50,000 shortfall in the City's transit budget. '1:' I ,( . ! I , 1\ \ 1.;' ~ \'~.. . "'-~=:=.1 :, ...It 1 ,q,]. -!"-3 Ij) ~o ~', ok :). . .', i (" r, ,\ C~'\ \/ \ I:~ "i,~l I ' I" I ~, I"'. I , , ~ [l~,/,,',' I, . ~'" , -~ " ' " I " - ,"- y' ':. ': , ." " ,:?\\.,.... ~ ,. ~. " /. " " ." "'.-\, , '",~ . . . ,.:~ . .' '__ .._.___,.;..............".~....~."..." _'_'. <,'_', '.' ...., ~..."'l', ','. ...~ "i 'x.;.; 2 Atkins provided information about the inflation factor. He explained that staff is recommending use of the inflation factor which is 2,65% plus .17% equaling 2,82% for the budget. Atkins explained that if the inflation factor is used the City will generate in three years $1.020 million and that creates approximately $130,000 shortfall which can be made up from reserves. Kubbyasked how the City applies to use the inflation factor. Atkins explained that to use the inflation factor Iowa City will have to have two public hearings and he recommends public hearings be scheduled on March 1 and March 8. Atkins stated that the City has a slight decline in the taxable value from the early estimates, utility values went down by $10 million, and the City's taxable value is $1.4 billion. Atkins noted that in FY96 the Thomas & Betts property will be taken off and that is about $20,000 a year. Atkins presented information about the operating budget subsidies for transit. Atkins stated the City currently budgets $260,000 and if the Clinton budget is approved he expects to lose about $50,000 annually in operating subsidies, Atkins stated that Karen Kubby, Sue Horowitz, and he met with County Board representatives to discuss funding for SEATS. Atkins explained that the numbers he received at the meeting indicates the City is $180,000 underbudgeted in SEATS. Atkins stated he has asked Parking & Transit Director Fowler to meet with SEATS Director Larry Olson to discuss the SEATS budget. Atkins recommended that the $90,000 parking transfer be left alone. Atkins stated that Mayor Horowitz has discussed the M&E (machinery and equipment) tax issue with Governor Branstad. Horowitz stated that Governor Branstad is absolutely unmovable. Atkins stated the City has received five proposals for the environmental assessment for Melrose ranging from $75,000 to $175,000, Atkins explained staff will interview two companies and then will follow up with a recommendation to Council. Atkins stated these costs will have to be added to the CIP, Atkins stated staff is recommending lavaliere microphones for Council at a cost of approximately $1,600, City Clerk Karr explained that the mics Council are currently using for formal meetings are owned by Cable TV. Council reviewed issues raised by Karen Kubby in her 212 memo regarding budget issues as follows: THE DOMESTIC PARTNERSHIP ELIGIBILITY, Horowitz stated that this is an issue for staff to look at and consider costs during the next year, In response to Council, Assistant City Manager Helling explained that benefits are mandatory topics for negotiation with the union and that current contracts do not define family. Yucuis explained that costs incurred would not just be the cost of the premium, but that the City pays up to $50,000 per family per occurrence. Yucuis noted that the City currently pays every dollar past the deductible for each employee. Kubby stated that the policy for the University of Iowa was made at the Board of Regents level and not at the negotiating table. Council Members and staff discussed the domestic partnership issues, Staff will report back regarding costs. NEW EMPLOYEES, Atkins distributed the handout: FY95 additional positions requested, and stated that he will make this report routine during the budget process, o . , 0 i "",t' ,,"' . ~.\t, rr,^", ~,'I~"" ri' I'. r ID ~ =t -8' , I , IS ' I [J, . , t>- . " , ,'.". '~k'l' . 'h, ,~. .l J ,", ~,. , - ,',' .~ ,: .~..' ' ~'-.' , ~ ' f;:" .., ..' '~.;";." , ' . ," '.' ""0,0.1 ~ , " ,,"' . . . \..:';' ;. .:.:,_.-:..->-..:....w~._,...........;,:""""...........,u:""..~:...."-''''',....,<....".,,..'..........__;..._.___ . _ ._~~....~.'~-..__:"...:,,,.....J\ .. , 3 CITY FORESTER. Kubby stated that the City Forester will be a vital part of staff support for the Natural Areas Inventory and Tree Ordinances. Atkins informed Council that the City Forester's request for a new position was primarily for the creation of two crews. Council and staff discussed the need for an additional position. Atkins noted that staff has scheduled discussion on February 14, 1994, for the sensitive area inventory. In response to Kubby, Atkins explained that if Council wanted to add another forester he would need to bring back funding recommenda- tions for the position. Council and staff discussed using current cash and reserves. Atkins explained that current cash is used for working capital. Atkins suggested Council discuss this issue along with discussion of the natural areas and tree preservation ordinances later in the year, i i I I ICAD. Horowitz responded to Kubby's comments by stating she sees the value of regional development. Lehman stated it is important that the City be involved, through ICAD, in economic development. Pigott asked for annual reports of ICAD activities, and questioned accounting of how much money ICAD brings into the community. Atkins stated that the Council's policy has been to have the City playa support role in ICAD, Throgmorton disagreed with that policy and stated that the City needs a clear sense of what we as a community in a publicly accountable fashion feel the economic development policy ought to be and how to pursue it. Throgmorton suggested moving $50,000 from ICAD to an economic development commission or its equivalent that would be created by the City and would be a public entity (as noted in his 2/8 memo), Lehman stated that he would have no problems giving ICAD parameters in which to operate. Horowitz stated that previous Councils have not been aggressive enough with ICAD, Atkins cautioned that if Council forms a commission they should be careful that the commission does not become so parochial in its ~conomic development interests that they end up competing with Coralville and other regional entities. Baker stated this issue be scheduled by Council for future discussions, Council Members discussed citizen input into economic development issues. Kubby stated (as a result of goal setting) that this issue is already scheduled for one of Council's quarterly or special meetings. In response to Kubby, Atkins stated that he will obtain a packet of information including annual reports from ICAD for each Council Member. o \ , RECYCLING RECEPTACLES IN THE PED MALL (City Plaza). Council Members discussed the idea of having recycling receptacles in the Ped Mall. Horowitz raised concerns about unsightliness. Kubby stated that she has seen them being used in other communities. Baker suggested getting comments from the Downtown Association (DTA) and the Design Review Committee, Pigott requested the issue of recycling containers for homeowners be scheduled for Council discussion. ( -1:. [' ."'" r;.:.:, , i RECREATION CENTER - EXPANDED HOURS, Council Members and staff discussed keeping the Rec Center open one night a week to midnight. Majority of Council directed staff to expand the hours of operation to midnight on Friday nights. Atkins stated that he could refer this issue to Parks & Rec. Director Trueblood. Novick raised concerns about the cost of the printing and mailing of the Rec Center booklbrochure. Novick explained that the cost of printing and mailing mil the brochure is $'.75 per year per citizen; there are approximately 35,000 registrations per year, a-J _ 71 approximately 10,000 receipts per year, thereby spending $1,29 per each registration for the r brochures, Council Members discussed different ways to publicize Rec Center activities. Horowitz suggested contac,ting Parks & Rec. Director Trueblood and the Parks & Rec Commission to address issues like this, Including research of other cities, .. , ' ~ i I ! . ~, I"' i! . , , I 0-''..'j J l.,;~..1 ~:~f , ,I;' L. {C~ 0 __~ _---.-.. ,-~' _: .0 ,,' --." ).." ',' .r-~ ~5 ,lti . - _~1. 'L '" -,... ., '~,-, ,;: J~:f' .,. .....:..1.".. <, .. I' J [' \ .' ,';'. , ' I' I ,I I .~ : I I I, : I ~ ~,' j\ ~: (L ;'i', , , , f:_~ .',' ,.,.J: ,.,- " , ::.,.;",...." ",tw,~" ':-..: ."'.. ,', " .... ..' ,A .'" , .... 'I-r' 'I.'..' ',' " .' ~~'.r, c :. .r, ,_.~ _.>~:. on' '::~-'-j~,2~_.~~;..~~~.~~....;.~.;.~_~_ 4 TELEVISING ALL OR SOME INFORMAL COUNCIL MEETINGS. Atkins stated that staff is preparing a memorandum regarding this issue. Helling noted that it would be funded out of Cable franchise fees, Helling stated that Council will receive additional information. TIMING ISSUES IN THE CIP (KUBBY'S MEMO). Atkins answered the five questions as follows: 1) regarding including the Ralston Creek bridge at Burlington as part of the FY94 Burlington- Gilbert intersection project (CIP item pg. 4) . yes; 2) regarding moving the pedestrian overpass up on the schedule (CIP item pg, 6, #9, year 2001) . up to Council; 3) regarding the timing of the peninsula sewer and lift station at the end of the water plant project (CIP item pg. 6, #9, Wastewater) . yes; 4) regarding adding $30,000 for intra-city bike trails in FY95 (CIP item pg, 8, #5) - up to Council; 5) regarding fire stations' absence in CIP . shown in ,ear 2001. Throgmorton distributed his February 8,1994, memorandum regarding budget. Council and staff responded to issues raised in the memo as follows: WATER EFFICIENCY AND WATERSHED MANAGEMENT. Throgmorton proposed that Council dedicate a significant amount of funding to water conservation and to watershed management. Throgmorton suggested that the City set aside approximately $2 million for conservation and $1 for watershed management and to budget sufficient funds to purchase an older single-family home to transform into a model of water and energy efficiency to rent to a lower income family, Kubby proposed setting aside money and giving it to soil conservation service to do soil erosion control along the Iowa River and to build buffer strips in between any limd use and the river, Atkins stated staff is preparing a memo which discusses some of the current activities by the soil conservation service (SCS). More discussion will be scheduled after the memo is distributed. PUBLIC PROTECTION OF LAND NEAR HICKORY HILL PARK. Throgmorton proposed revising the City's Comp Plan to delete First Avenue as an extended road and to develop area northeast of the park for passive recreation uses and using funds to create a community land trust and conservation easements. Novick stated the upgrade of the Comprehensive Plan would consider these issues. City Manager Atkins cautioned that if Council is going to make substantive changes to the CIP staff needs to know because they are planning public participation including neighborhood meetings, WATER PLAN - DISTRIBUTION, Throgmorton raised strong reservations about the plans to build a water line straight down the route of First Avenue, and whether this commits the City to building a road along that line. Staff will report. TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PROGRAM, Throgmorton suggested the City find ways to invest in non.structural approaches to managing demand for roadway capacity by using the Transportation System Management (TSM) measures, Throgmorton proposed revising the budget to include $50,000 from the parking reserve fund for promotion of TSM measures to include a general travel allowance policy for major employers, Council Members discussed TSM measures and transportation. Novick stated that she will obtain information about a Colorado city for Council information. In response to a majority of Council Members, Atkins stated that he will try to frame the TSM issues for Council consideration, ~ ,.-.=: ~~- '. -- , ~- .,2,0",,),,:, ',. ....., ..";' \ ." .,': -,' .,," m_ ~ ',' , ~'.. . , 1" . . '" .... /.". 61 '<.;J I, X-g \' IS ' I'" o ','1'" 1"\ , . " , ..:" , . ','c',". "'-"'_'--:'--~'~~"'" I i I I 5 " , r'- SOUTHSIDESOCCER FIELDS. Throgmorton stated that the City does not need to spend $240,000 for suburban mall-style soccer fields. Atkins stated that he has received complaints about the negative impacts on parking from area neighborhoods, noting $100,000 was being received from the soccer organization. Majority of Council agreed to proceed. (Reel 94.31 broken.) , .' COUNCil TIME: 1. Novick asked staff to research a possible reallocation of the hotel-motel tax. Council requested staff report back. ' . ~'I Lehman stated he would be out of town 2/20-2/28. After discussion, Council agreed to meet with the Airport Commission on 2/22 as originally planned. 3. Pigott requested Council consideration of more funding for the Iowa (Arts) Festival; explore bike lockers on the City Plaza; and City connecting with Internet. 2. ",I, f" 4. In response to Baker, the City Manager stated no fee has been set by Council for newspaper vending machines in City Plaza. 5. In response to Novick, the City Manager stated a memo from City Attorney regarding pesticides will be in Council's 2/11 packet and scheduled for discussion on 2/14. 6. Mayor Horowitz noted the request by Robert Kemp for a City policy regarding filling Council vacancies by special elections, and questioned Council position on the request. Majority of Council agreed not to consider the matter. 0'". Meeting adjourned 9:55 p.m. clerklct2,S,lnf j r~ \ I ',' . i , . ~.~.. I! " '. J ~ ,~ .. ! ~ ~\' '~. i~ f , o """ . -=r-g. .',., , "~8',,>, :~r'''' ,."'~\",....."",,\ '1'5':I'[j;~ .~ :: ' , - . , '. ,"" \" ,\ ' ,'" '.' ., . I . -- - --_.-------------------~------ ':$lEj' of ,'- . ~.:, . . .~.' y': i ' 0, , , . "it' . :'\,;' . "1". ~ ... , ,~. "."," , '-, . :,' . v."....,"",.,.._...','..'._,o<""',,:',,"-_".._,", City of Iowa City MEMORANDUM ,.. , "_':~'_~"'C".",,, _"~'~.._-'. .,.,,,, M1d- i' ,\ '-','\' \ \ )l ~'" ,."- , ' : I \ If , '" 11.[,;. , , ~~ t~~" i.;, 01,'~~, '. ,-.,\, ,(=~O : 0 , -.:~~ - Date: February 18, 1994 To: Mayor and City Council From: City Clerk Re: Council Work Session-Budget Discussion, February 10, 1994 - 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers Mayor Pro Tem Naomi Novick presiding, Council Members: Novick, Baker, Kubby, Lehman, Pigott, Throgmorton. Absent: Horowitz, Staff present: Atkins, Karr, Yucuis, Smith, Helling (8:05 p.m.). Tape recorded on Reels 94-32, All; 94-33, Side 1. BUDGET DISCUSSION WITH BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Reel 94-32, Side 1 " , BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES. Board of Library Trustees President Stephen Greenleaf and Library Director Lolly Eggers presented information regarding the Iowa City Public Library budget ~ request. Greenleaf explained that the budget shows the Library is starting to slip back where the ,l level of property tax was when the levy was approved, Greenleaf stated that the recommendation lflI forwarded tJ Council gives the Library a 2.9% increase over last year's budget and the Library Board of Trustees recommended a 6.7% increase, Greenleaf stated that the Library Board of Trustees has requested one increase in staff for Circulation Coordinator, Greenleaf said that the Library Board of Trustees would like the final authority to decide when the Library's budget is cut and where exactly those cuts will come from. Greenleaf presented an overview of Library activities. Greenleaf stated that the Library Board of Trustees have selected an architect to begin the process of designing the expansion of the Library's current facility. In response to Kubby, City Manager Atkins explained a referendum would be needed to finance the expansion. Greenleaf stated that currently the Board is working with City Attorney Gentry to complete a contract for a building plan, next year will include schematic designs and construction cost estimates, and the following year the Trustees will be looking at referendum and financing. Kubby asked how many new employees will be needed with the expansion. Greenleaf explained that the architects have emphasized design efficiency to minimize staffing, Baker noted that to increase the physical facility means increasing the Library operating budget as well. In response to Throgmorton, Library Director Eggers explained that use of the Library goes up about 10% every year, Greenleaf stated that the Board is trying to look 20 years in the future when it considers expansion plans. Throgmorton inquired about linking the expansion of the Library with the Cultural Center. Greenleaf explained that the Board of Trustees met with folks on behalf of the Cultural Center, Pigott noted that the Library could consider joint efforts with the Cultural Center as it relates to its production facilities. SENIOR CENTER COMMISSION. Tom Muller, Chair of the Senior Center Commission, presented information about the Senior Center Commission budget requests, Muller introduced the following Senior Center Commission members: Gerry Lackender, Mark Thompson, Fred ~.. _ :- 1 1 -, ,_: , 0 , . -~ :[-9 ; I ',' , I Co. l '-0) ~o. ~,:., ..' 0, r ( ,,\ \ \ ~ , i I I" I I I I~. :'. , ; ! , , ~,I:~.J 'J ~~,.:' ~I ~i\, fF-: ~--}~ ~_. ., ,.: ,~' , . '., ~. .1 \,~t', . ',.. ,,~, I"' " , ~ ", '., . m..._.__._____~.~,~...-, ,..".",Ci'.-" ','. _ . .. _ ~."_ ,_ ,,_ __.._ _ .~". _._~ . :!', 2 . Krause, Harold Engen, Ruthine Anxiaux, Frieda Shannon and Senior Center Director Bette Meisel. Muller emphasized that the Senior Center is about human services for people and not about a building. Muller explained that the Senior Center Commission is taking a serious look at programs through the use of a visionary committee composed of approximately 45 persons within our community. Muller stated that in 1982 there were 41,000 visits to the Senior Center and 8,400 volunteer hours, and in 1993 there were 84,000 visits and 29,500 volunteer hours. Muller said that there are currently an additional 200 people who want to get actively involved with volunteers and staff. Muller stated that in the past three years the Senior Center has requested the addition of one person to work with those 200 people. In response to Kubby, City Manager Atkins stated that $20,000 is budgeted in each of the next three years for repairs to the physical structure of the Senior Center, RIVERFRONT AND NATURAL AREAS COMMISSION. Larry Wilson, Chairperson of the Rivertront and Natural Areas Commission, presented information. Wilson urged Council Members to fund what has been proposed, Wilson explained that in FY95, 96, and 97 the proposal is to fund $300,000 for the Iowa River Trail System and then in FY96 and 97 to fund intra-city bike trails. Wilson explained that the Rivertront and Natural Areas Commission has produced a slide show and is close to finishing a design for the area between the IMU and Iowa Avenue. Wilson stated that the Commission will work with the new water plant plans to incorporate trails in the pipeline corridors. Wilson said that the Commission will begin a more detailed design of the area between Burlington and Highway 6 and are initiating an idea to build a piece of the trail with volunteers. In response to Lehman, Wilson stated that the University is participating in design and has also nearly completed a design for the area around the hydraulic lab. Lehman asked what effect the FAA is going to have on the trail not going past any of the runway(s) along Highway 1. Wilson explained the Commission's plan to build a trail eventually on both sides of the river and in that particular area the priority is on the east side to develop a link between Highway 6 and Napolean Park. Kubby stated that plans as they relate to the i=AA concerns are up to the discretion of the Airport Commission; and stated that when the Airport Commission wants their instrument landing system that there may need for negotiations as they relate to space for a trail. Airport Commission member John Ockenfels slated that the FAA wants to stop admitting additional hazards and that particular spot of ground is absolutely under the control of the Airport Commission and FAA. Ockenfels stated the word the Airport Commission got from the FAA is that the bike trail would be a nonconforming use and should not be allowed, Wilson stated that his commission will try to work out this issue. AIRPORT COMMISSION. Airport Commission member John Ockenfels and Airport Manager Ron O'Neil presented information regarding the Airport Commission budget request. Ockenfels raised concerns that the proposed budget changes include an increase of $19,400 for legal services; a decrease of engineering services from $5,000 to zero and the elimination of the $28,500 request for capital improvements, Ockenfels explained that the $28,500 capital improvements request included $17,000 for the old United hanger roof repairs and $10,000 for renovation of the terminal building. Baker requested information about rent generated from the Airport buildings. Ockenfels explained that the Airport receives approximately $400 from the Fixed Based Operator (FBO) and that the hangar houses 14-17 airplanes rented out by the FBO for about $75 per month. Kubby noted the contract for space was long-term. Ockenfels stated that the Airport's contract with the FBG has been reviewed by the City's legal department a number of times, Ockenfels, explained a need for additional hangar space and a new hangar would cost approximately $150,000 to $200,000. Ockenfels stated that In a ten unit hangar average monthly - -.-'- .'.0 ), . '. II': _!- . I-~ i jr.;. ... ~,1 ,,"' I r 10', .' .... ;". ., .:'.,~'.. . . _\~' , " . ::."'}t:,\'I.~'" . ' .... ....J: -t. '" , , . , .' , . -, . '~:'T'" ~'. . " '. ':~.~ (. 1 . . ,;. ' ... . _... ...:~..':'::~{~'~......:._-:.....,......,,,,..:..."":'\,.u....,,,,,,....,----.:...-_....._" _ , ~. , ' ._',,, .' ...______.__.__....M'_..._,_,.."....~.....~._.....~,~......___. ...__. _.:_ __._______._. . '. ! 3 rent per plane would be $120. Lehman stated that new hangar costs as they relate to monthly rental income do not work out. Atkins explained to Council Members that it was a deliberate decision on his part not to recommend any more money be put into Airport buildings until Council decides what they are going to do with the Airport. Atkins stated that he will recalculate the $19,400 line item for legal services to see if it includes the $5,000 engineering services request. Airport representatives and Council discussed use of the Airport buildings. Ockenfels stated that if the Airport stays at its present location the hangar building will be torn down because it is too close to the runway and that building would be eligible for FAA funding because it is part of an ongoing aviation plan. Kubby noted that Council has scheduled a meeting with the Airport Commission on February 22 and requested information regarding the number and names of smaller businesses that use the Airport be provided to Council. GENERAL BUDGET DISCUSSION. Council Member Lehman raised concerns regarding the cost of building a new water plant and its impact on user fees. Lehman requested staff consider financing the construction of the new plant through the use of taxes that would be deductible. Finance Director Yucuis stated that GO bonds could be used and abated with water revenues but the businesses who do not pay taxes would be missed; the City supplies 8% of the water that is billable to the University. Yucuis stated that a GO bond compared to revenue bond is a significant savings because you don't have to set up any reserves because the City is backing the bond with the full face and credit of the City. Novick asked if there were monies available for other capital improvements. City Manager Atkins stated that you could levy taxes for up to $80 million in debt. Throgmorton noted a concern about cross subsidy from taxpayers to users. Baker stated renters would pay the same but the property owner would get the tax deduction. Atkins stated that he could prepare various scenarios of the rate structure. ....-... I ' r ' ,\ ' '-'i ' '\\ :-t~ I I ~ I City Manager Atkins explained that the Library is an independent body and when the City appropriates a lump sum of money they move it around as they see fit. Atkins stated that the budget adjustments made to the Library were similar to other adjustments the City made across. the.board. Atkins explained that budgets for travel and education were returned to the 1994 level and the reduction of transfers of monies from $60,000 to $30,000 for the Library's computer program was not unlike what was done last year in Transit. In response to Baker, Atkins stated that if there is a decrease in the City's commitment to the Library it is minuscule. Novick said that the City Council approves Library personnel changes. Atkins stated Council has control over the City's table of organization. Assistant City Manager Helling explained that there is one classified pay plan for all AFSCME employees that the Council approves, Baker requested information about how Iowa City's property tax support to the Iowa City Public Library compares to other communities, Atkins stated he will check on that. Novick emphasized that she is reluctant to add another employee in a year with a property tax freeze, Kubby stated that the Senior Center has been waiting a long time for an additional Volunteer Coordinator, Atkins noted that Council has approved the $20,000 a year for three years for building repairs at the Senior Center. Council and staff discussed additional personnel requests. Baker asked if building fees could be used to help subsidize the forester position, Novick noted that if the City approves a tree preservation ordinance there will need to be enforcement. , it~-{;~.~ .~ ---_::-::'_---- ".' ." -, " Q, ..J>i' .., -'~~-- , ~., .'~ . i}, .~ ?f l ::[-9 I 25 , 'I' .. 'i , , ,0" : , ,. , :",' " .; " 1. j " J,., ..-"'~ \ \ " ~ .'" ;,/~",! i ! I !j ~:i . I :\:0 \~J. ",,((",',,',' ,.) . , .); 4. Pigott inquired about the M&E proposal. Atkins stated that $176,000 are the current numbers. Novick noted that the state has not eliminated the sales tax on new equipment. Throgmorton asked if there is any place in the budget to hire an additional half-time position. Council Members discussed new employee requests, Atkins reviewed that Council has approved the addition of the Assistant City Attorney position, engineers have already been added, and the only general fund position where it is strictly general fund monies that Council has added was the City Clerk's Administrative Typist. Lehman stated that if Council is going to hire a half.time person he would , like to review all the additional personnel requests and prioritize them. Pigott agreed thaI the personnel requests should be reviewed and prioritized. Kubby stated that she is interested in moving up the pedestrian overpass on Highway 6 on the CIP schedule. Novick stated that Council should discuss that next year when they find out if the changes implemented are working. Atkins stated that the Corps of Engineers would like to schedule a meeting with Coralville City Council, Board of Supervisors and Iowa City City Council. In response to Council, Atkins stated that he would try to schedule the meeting February 23 late afternoon or early evening. Pigott asked if there was a way to get more money out of the hotellmoteltax to fund Iowa . Festival. Lehman stated, that that should be more of an effort by the private sector. Council Members discussed funding of the Convention & Visitors Bureau. Meeting adjourned 9:00 p,m, t:1\ ~. co2.l0,In' ,1, ~'~' . " , ' c!> -" 1~,.0~:, '. .\u _ .,"" , .:r-~" , '", ,': O!>"i)~"';:::":':" -"--:"~''''---'''.'''-'''. ," [~'S'" ',..,' 8'1J:."i ': .' >', .,,"')\ ,'I"'/',,~,\,~I.', ~,;' . tl ',},\ I ;..". , ".j"'_\I--,,./,," I \ J" "j' ,,:..'.... . " ',\ . . - " . . ", l. .0>- . . ., -. ." " , : :'~r ~ . .,.\1.. . ~, ..... " , :.,~' , ." ....,. " . . , ., ,:' I ,...".:. ....I ~' .. , , ". , ~' . ' , . ... .' ._ _ .._..: "'_" ,'-..:......,..~-'..::~ ":'1;,-,';,,':...i~,;':~_:..~.,,:..-.;u.""'U.""-l~...:r.;J..':""~U'~h . . " " , .. ...-----.-...--..... City of Iowa City MEMORAND.UM (J- Date: February 22; 1994 To: Mayor and City Council From: City Clerk Re: Council Work Session, February 14, 1994 - 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers Mayor Susan Horowitz presiding. Council Members: Horowitz, Baker, Kubby, Lehman, Novick, Pigott, Throgmorton. Staff present: Atkins, Helling, Gentry, Karr, Franklin, Schoon, Smith, Tape recorded on Reels 94-33, Side 2; 94-34, All; 94-35, Side 1. PLANNING & ZONING MATTERS Reel 94-33, Side 2 PCD Director Franklin presented the following Planning and Zoning items for discussion. a, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR MARCH 1 , 1994, ON AN AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO REVISE SECTION 36-20.5, CENTRAL BUSINESS SUPPORT ~) ZONE REQUIREMENTS. Council agreed to request the Planning and Zoning Commission to develop language limiting the amount of residential development in the CB-5 zone, for consideration in a separate amendment(s) at a later time, o " r ,c> ,.-.,-:,) 1 b, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR MARCH 1, 1994, ON AN ORDINANCE RESCIND- ING THE VACATION OF THE SOUTHERN 97 FEET OF THE NORTH-SOUTH ALLEY IN BLOCK 102 BOUNDED BY cLINTON, BURLINGTON, DUBUQUE AND COURT STREETS. (VAC94-0002) c, PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY CHANGING THE USE REGULATIONS FOR A 12.5 ACRE TRACT OF LAND LOCATED WEST OF SYCAMORE STREET AND SOUTH OF BURNS AVENUE FROM ID-RS TO RS-5. (FRANTZlREZ93-0014) \ r1 , r t I I 1 I I ! Kubby requested staff to check Lon Drake's study relative to this area and hydric soil. d. PUBLIC HEARING ON A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION OF AN APPROXIMATE 422 ACRE TRACT OF LAND, KNOWN AS SYCAMORE FARMS, LOCATED SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 6 AND THE SOUTHERN CORPORATE LIMITS. (ANN92-0003) I" . 1<' Franklin informed Council Members that the developer would like the City to approve the concept mitigation plan that has been submitted to date before they sign the Conditional Zoning Agreement, noting there is more than one mitigation plan and an obligation for a mitigation plan each time a plat is brought in, Franklin stated that she will provide additional information to staff regarding the final approval of the mitigation plan, and the final language in the conservation easement. I i , , , I !.... 0- 'tJ , .. ~I,: "; pi!\ r'" - --., . .:0, ) ,',. "',,',' ' "-.:" I":/O js ;[1 ,(~ ~ ~~ .-.- ..- , "'" f' -, :';~;<" .', ~ ~ :", ~",i , j' , : ,~- I l, [~'~ ~ ~ , Il I" I I I I ! i k. ' 1'('. , , I :, I ~ . 'L~ ., ',' y' '~ " ~" ~ :,-::,,~t~.;'i'l , " ,~. ',,' - "I , " ~"r , , ;" "'~",; . , ,,' " , , . . ''-~_'A____.,._._.__.:''__.4_.n~~.'... . - "" ,'~~~; . , ,". ,.., _"'_,.,.-,,...___,:.::.\'c,.._;'-...:.,~~:':'-.'C_i."':;',-'.:..:.c~ ~"~"'''''''''''~'':'''''~''''~__'' 2 ...., ,,"' . .' ., e. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE VOLUNTARY ANNEXATION OF AN APPROXIMATE 422 ACRE TRACT OF LAND, KNOWN AS SYCAMORE FARMS. LOCATED SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 6 AND THE SOUTHERN CORPORATE LIMITS. (ANN92-0003) f. PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY CONDITIONALLY CHANGING THE USE REGULATIONS OF AN APPROXIMATE 422 ACRE TRACT OF LAND LOCATED SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 6 AND THE SOUTHERN CORPORATE LIMITS FROM COUNTY RS, SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL. TO RS-8, MEDIUM DENSITY SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (62 ACRES): RM-12. LOW DENSITY MUL TI-FAMIL Y RESIDENTIAL (10 ACRES); RM-20. MEDIUM DENSITY MUL TI-FAMIL Y RESIDENTIAL (15 ACRES); RFBH, FACTORY BUILT HOUSING RESIDENTIAL (84 ACRES); RR-l, RURAL RESIDENTIAL (191 ACRES) AND ID-RM, INTERIM DEVELOP- MENT MUL TI-FAMIL Y RESIDENTIAL (59 ACRES). (SYCAMORE FARMS/REZ92-0015) g, ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY CONDITIONALLY CHANGING THE USE REGULATIONS OF AN APPROXIMATE 422 ACRE TRACT OF LAND LOCATED SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 6 AND SOUTH OF THE SOUTHERN CORPORATE LIMITS FROM COUNTY RS, SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL TO RS-8, MEDIUM DENSITY SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (62 ACRES); RM-12 LOW DENSITY MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (10 ACRES); RM-20, MEDIUM DENSITY MUL TI-FAMIL Y RESIDENTIAL (15 ACRES): RFBH FACTORY BUILT HOUSING RESIDENTIAL (84 ACRES): RR-1, RURAL RESIDENTIAL (191 ACRES); AND ID-RM INTERIM DEVELOPMENT MULTI- FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (59 ACRES), (SYCAMORE FARMS/REZ92-0015) (FIRST ~ CONSIDERATION) h. AMENDMENTS TO ZONING ORDINANCE SECTIONS 36-58, OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS: 36-60, SIGN REGULATIONS, AND 36-9. RFBH. FACTORY BUILT HOUSING RESIDENTIAL ZONE, TO ALLOW CERTAIN COMMERCIAL USES AS PROVISIONAL USES IN THE RFBH ZONE, AND TO REPLACE THE INCORRECT REFERENCES TO THE RMH ZONE WITH RFBH. (FIRST CONSIDERATION) i. ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY AMENDING THE PDH (PLANNED DEVELOPMENT HOUSING) PLAN FOR WALNUT RIDGE, PARTS 5 THROUGH 9, AN 85.32 ACRE, 56 LOT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION LOCATED NORTH ! ! OF MELROSE AVENUE ON KENNEDY PARKWAY EXTENDED. (REZ93-0015 AND SUB93-0023) (FIRST CONSIDERATION) j. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF A RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 5 AND PORTIONS OF LOTS 4 AND 6 OF A RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 4 OF OHLS SUBDIVISION, AN APPROXIMATE 3.71 ACRE, NINE-LOT COMMERCIAL SUBDIVISION LOCATED SOUTH OF MALL DRIVE IN IOWA CITY, IOWA. (SUB94-0001) ITEM # 17 OF THE AGENDA. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE THE PROPERTY AT 1109 FIFTH AVENUE FOR THE PROVISION OF " AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO A LOW/MODERATE INCOME HOUSEHOLD. PCD Director Franklin presented information, o 0, ! ",' ':; , " I':"/D, ,., I. ' . I' ".', .Ii..., 0 10. ~) , " .... .... ;". , -:~:':"~~ '. :'d"t.. " " : "i't" . . . ~". \\1.:' .' .,' A ...1:,,,:,,,. ." .,~. , . ;,,1' "'f . ...... ,.'" .. "'of: "',~.;\ . ~ . " "". . ~.:~;:.:,~..".-.:....;.......I...;l:.:.:.~..:~:.:....:._'..':..l~l-.i.:.i"-;':~.~;:".~.~~~'-._:,...r,":.;.............~~.~.. . _____~_..:..~_.~:__'.. , .1 , , ; )' ,. . .;_.'__-'--~....-........:".g'::'~"u...~~._n..........._"""'~_"'''''____~__'.--:'''''_':'-'---A..._._ . 3 NEAR SOUTHSIDE COMMERCIAL URBAN REVITALIZATION PLAN Reel 94-33, Side 2 Economic Development Coordinator Schoon and PCD Director Franklin presented information about the Near Souths/de Commercial Urban Revitalization Plan. Schoon explained that staff proposes additional wording that would limit the amount of residential and that the project would have the exterior reviewed by the Design Review Committee. Franklin informed Council that the Near Southside Commercial Urban Revitalization Plan is on for public hearing at Council's formal meeting tomorrow night and first consideration is scheduled March 1. SENSITIVE AREAS INVENTORY MAP Reel 94-34, Side 1 PCD Director Franklin presented the Sensitive Areas Inventory Map. Kubby requested a comprehensive list of all of the City's environmental protections including education, incentives, and current laws. Atkins responded that staff will prepare that. In response to Atkins, Franklin stated that she recommends beginning field verification with the City's public projects. In response to Council, Franklin stated that she could have the Sensitive Areas Inventory Map color xeroxed and pieced together. PESTICIDE APPLICATION REGULATION Reel 94-34, Side 1 Council agreed to request voluntary compliance for posting larger signs, and to make available signs with staKes wherever pesticides and herbicides are sold. In response to Kubby, there were not a majority of Council that wished to pursue the petition process for an administrative rule to consider bigger signs via the Department of Agriculture, A majority of Council decided to officially repeal the Commercial Applicator Ordinance, INTERNET Reel 94-34, Side 2 [ City Clerk Karr, Finance Director Yucuis, Assistant Finance Director O'Malley, and minute taker Smith presented information about Internet. Council approved staff's recommendation to provide Official Council Actions (minutes) on Internet (via PANDA); fund the request to upgrade the minute taker's computer equipment at the cost of $2,500; and to offer for sale Official Council Actions (minutes) on computer diskettes upon request. ~ COUNCIL AGENDAlTIME Reel 94-35, Side 1 1, Throgmorton raised concerns regarding Council Member Lehman's suggestion to use property tax for the water plant. Throgmorton stated that federal and state property taxpayers, renters, and residential property owners will subsidize large commercial and industrial water users. Atkins stated he is preparing a memorandum for Council on the suggestion, 2, (Agenda item #21 - awarding contracts (I and II) for the park development construction of Whispering Meadows Wetland Park,) Pigott noted Barker's low bid on Contract I, and the $25 difference between the Olson and Barker bids on Contract II. Atkins stated that the City accepted the lowest and best bid. Atkins stated that City Engineer Fosse or "\ \, ~ ~ .co,. 0 :_ ..:-'=:- ~ ., ~~:" ~ -,~) ..'.........,._",.. .'. I I' , , .. -I o " I":f6 I IS' 10'. ",,\,'.-, . <.'. ;~;:6,,1?'!h/::'p ';r....r.. . ",',',::, .' ,I, ,.' ',., .'.....'."..'...,'.'. ,',"'., ,"';"':'" .'.' , " '.' ,i ',.', ,c,; ,c~;;:~i~\!I>', '. .'~';";:;,i,',~~c;1S' ".'.. " "'" ,"",':'~:-'(';:::;;?:): "..<:".,<:'<',',.~,:::\."v',:-<:;-;'r;),.,. '. ',; .. ,'..'.,'..;;.,.,',..'",'",.',','.'",:,:,,:,',.,,:,r:..'",.,::':.,'..'..,~.:;.:.'.,~::,:,',.,.,..,:,',',.".,:,:,..,..'",..',.....'.,',:..,.,.":,..',.",,,'':""""~~__"'." ~ "'_.:,;:<::',,.,<.~,,:,','_.-.:',';..:._:.'.!/::,':~,<< "" '.,'" ",,:'.,: ::.." ',',:,',' :<..: ,'. <,.t' :;', ,,' t; "" ." ~.;. " ", _,' .. ,.,', ':', ,.., .. . ,.... , '. i.. '.. ... .. ... ...... '~ _" _~___~.. . ';'.LX""':c~,::L~,-";o:"..,,,-_.~s.L......:;._"_,..,,.....~;.,;,~.;.:.L;.L..~:... . . , " ,. i' .. ,- t;: " .:,-',:/..-,.,'>':/;"); , ::.>:\/[-:):,,:n' ;'\"\, ';i:'-':{ -',,,' "";~.')/ , (:. ',',' ::i " p " , ~, , '- ., I., "~ C' \ \ ~ (f f', ! I , fl I ,r I . II '~ \~ H ,', ,tf~~ 4 Public Works Director Schmadeke will be available at Council's formal meeting to answer questions. 3. Kubby inquired about the proposed placement of a traffic light at the corner of Highway 1 and Mormon Trek. Atkins explained that he received a call from Judy Pfohl, Ty'n Cae Neighborhood Assn., and that he will ask for an update from County Attorney Pat White at tomorrow's SEATS discussion. 4. Kubby noted the 2/9 memo from Ass!. City Engr. Gannon and requested feedback from the Ty'n Cae Neighborhood Association regarding proposed changes for Teg Drive and Aber Avenue. ". 1 5. Kubby reported on a conversation with Physic Professors Larry Molnar and Charles Newsom and felt that Council should receive some information from their studies to be able to ask questions of the Corps of Engineers. Atkins explained that the meeting with the Corps of Engineers is intended to be an informal meeting of elected officials to allow Council an opportunity to address them. Atkins confirmed that the meeting is scheduled February 23, 1994, at 5:30 p.m, In response to Novick, Throgmorton stated that he will attend the JCCOG meeting 2/23 in Council Member Lehman's absence. '-f , . ",' " . 6. APPOINTMENTS Reel 94-35, Side 1 ~{:f Senior Center - Terri Miller Historic Preservation Commission - Douglas Russell Ginalie Swaim (Woodlawn Representative) .. \. COUNCIL AGENDAfTIME CONTINUED Reel 94-35, Side 1 7. Mayor Horowitz stated that Ethel Madison asked to address groups of Council Members, Council Members discussed the Independent Living grant application process. Kubby stated that'she will follow up Independent Living. I': ','I,' 8. Mayor Horowitz announced that Novick, Atkins and she would be going to Des Moines for League of Municipalities Legislative Day, Horowitz noted that City Manager Atkins will be part of a panel on the machine and equipment tax (M and E) legislation, Meeting adjourned at 9:20 p,m. " cc2'14,lnf I. .' >. /..;' ...-- ... -- ~ID"',;J., ),,' ", ..."".....,."".....''''...'''..'''''.'''--..'..'..'f~..''. :,'''I','''''f' ':, '_'_':" I,::;""': :":::":"":0 ,...~,>.';: ...'.'\';,~?l.'r~.',',~'. .':,; "\' .','" ,I. ': . - '.' " , '. ,,:,;. 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