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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKET
May 31, 2007
JUNE 4 WORK SESSION ITEMS
IP1 Council Meeting and Work Session Agenda
IP2 Memorandum from the City Attorney: Fight Night
MISCELLANEOUS
IP3 Memorandum from the City Clerk: Initiative Petition
IP4 Memorandum from the City Clerk: Upcoming Council Election
IP5 Memorandum from the Youth Advisory Commission: Global Village
IP6 Memorandum from the Director of Planning and Community Development: Public art at
Iowa Arts Festival
IP7 Letter from Stephanie Hilbert to the City Manager: Thank you for your support of Hancher
Auditorium
IPS Memorandum from the Senior Center Coordinator to the City Manager: Transfer of
Funds from Iowa City Senior Center Fund, Inc. to the Senior Center's Operational
Budget
IP9 Letter from the JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner to Residents of the Walnut Ridge
subdivision: Re-survey evaluating traffic calming project on Kennedy Parkway
IP10
Letter from the JCCOG Traffic Engineering
between 7'h Avenue and Morningside Drive:
project on College Street
Planner to Residents of College Street
Re-survey evaluating traffic calming
IP11 Memorandum from the JCCOG Human Services Coordinator: FY07 Third Quarter
Performance Review of Health and Human Services Agencies that receive Aid-to-
Agencies funding from the City of Iowa City
IP12 Invitation: League of Women Voters of Johnson County annual spring reception
honoring elected officials - June 13, 2007
IP13 Workshop: Connecting Workplace, Leadership & Diversity [submitted by Council
Member Correia]
IP14 Approved Minutes: Economic Development Committee: April 12, 2007
IP15 Approved Minutes: Economic Development Committee: April 6, 2007
IP16 Approved Minutes: Deer Task Force - April 23, 2007
May 31, 2007 Information Packet (continued)
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IP17 Deer Task Force May 16, 2007 - Minutes Reviewed by Task Force Chairperson
National Housing Trust: Affordable Multi-Family Housing Exploring Solutions [Noted by
Council Member Vanderhoef May 1 formal meeting]
PRELIMINARY/DRAFT MINUTES
IP18 Human Rights Commission: May 22, 2007
IP19 Parks and Recreation Commission: May 9,2007
IP20 Historic Preservation Commission: May 17, 2007
IP21 Police Citizens Review Board: May 7,2007
1,2007 Information Packet continued
sk Force May 16, 2007 - Minutes Reviewed by Task ForC~hairperson
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IP18 Human Rights C mission: May 22,2007
PRELIMINARY/DRAFT MINUl: 5
IP19 Parks and Recreation ommission: May 9,2007
IP20 Historic Preservation Co
IP21
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City Council Meeting Schedule and
Work Session Agendas
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May 31,2007
www.icgov.org
. MONDAY, JUNE 4
6:30p
Emma J. Harvat Hall
Council Work Session
. Planning and Zoning Items "c", "d", and "f"
. Council Appointments
. Recycling Center
. Fight Night. Reference consent calendar 4f(4)
. Deer Task Force Decision {IP17 May 31 Information Packet]
. Old Bus Depot
. Urban Environmental Accords {IP3 May 10 Information Packet]
. Sales Tax
. Agenda Items
. Council Time
. Schedule of Pending Discussion Items
Staff Evaluations
. TUESDAY, JUNE 5
7:00p Formal Council Meeting
Emma J. Harval Hall
TENTATIVE FUTURE MEETINGS AND AGENDAS I
. MONDAY, JUNE 18 Emma J. Harval Hall
6:30p Council Work Session
. TUESDAY, JUNE 19
7:00p Formal Council Meeting
Emma J. Harval Hall
. MONDAY, JULY 9
6:30p Special Council Work Session
Emma J. Harvat Hall
. TUESDAY, JULY 10
7:00p Special Formal Council Meeting
Emma J. Harval Hall
. MONDAY, JULY 23
6:30p Special Council Work Session
Emma J. Harval Hall
. TUESDAY, JULY 24
7:00p Special Formal Council Meeting
Emma J. Harval Hall
. WEDNESDAY, JULY 25
7:30a Joint Meeting
Johnson Counly Fair
. MONDAY, AUGUST 20
6:30p Council Work Session
Emma J. Harval Hall
. TUESDAY, AUGUST 21
7:00p Formal Council Meeting
Emma J. Harval Hall
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MEMORANDUM
From:
Re:
May 24, 2007
City Council V
Eleanor Dilkes, City Attorney
"Fight Night"
Date:
To:
In preparation for the Council's upcoming work session, this memo will summarize the existing
State regulation of boxing and wrestling and give you my initial thoughts on possible City
regulation. If you have questions, please call me or Assistant City Attorney, Eric Goers, who
has been assisting me in connection with this matter.
The State regulates professional fights of all kinds. See Iowa Code Chapter 90A, as well as
Iowa Administrative Code 875-172 Professional Wrestling, 875-173 Professional Boxing, 875-
174 Elimination Tournaments, 875-176 Professional Kickboxing, and 875-177 Professional
Shoot Fighting. The State also has produced a half page of regulations regarding amateur
boxing matches. Iowa Administrative Code 875-175 Amateur Boxing.
The difference between the regulatory burdens for amateur matches and professional matches
is significant. For amateur matches, the promoter needs only to fill out a form, attest that they're
not fighting people over age 30 against people under age 30, and verify ages by birth certificate
or equivalent document. For professional boxing matches, there are more than 6 pages of
administrative rules for boxing alone, from boxing basics like scoring, weight categories, and
protective gear, to blood testing for HIV, Hep A, and Hep B within six months, and requiring a
rigorous physical within 24 hours before the match. In addition, the promoter is required to
secure the presence of a police officer, ring physician, and a designee of the Athletic
Commissioner at the fight. None of those things are required for an amateur fight. The rules for
other forms of professional fighting are similarly stringent. There are no State rules for amateur
wrestling, amateur mixed martial arts, or other amateur fights, other than boxing.
For this reason, the characterization of a fight as professional or amateur is critical. Iowa Code
Section 90A.1 states, '''Professional boxing or wrestling match' means a boxing or wrestling
contest or exhibition open to the public in this state for which the contestants are paid or
awarded a prize for their participation." Eric has spoken with Dave Neil, the Iowa Labor
Commissioner, who consequently is also the Iowa Commissioner of Athletics, about his
interpretation of the definition of "professional." His interpretation, like that of our office, is that
anv prize, no matter how insignificant, would make the bout professional, and subject it to all the
regulations incumbent upon professional fights. Free drinks, free health club membership, a
free T-shirt, or a return of a $10 cover charge would all create a professional fight. Holding a
professional fight without a license subjects the promoter to serious misdemeanor criminal
charges under Iowa Code Section 90A.11. Mr. Neil informed us that if our officers observe what
they believe is a professional fight without a license, they should complete their investigation
and send the material to his office for action.
The Promoter of "Fight Night", Monte Cox, has aimed to keep the fights at the Union Bar
amateur, thus exempting them from all the more stringent regulation. Legislation was proposed
this year in the Iowa Legislature to exempt mixed ultimate fighting/martial arts from all State
regulation. The Athletics Commissioner is reportedly in favor of deregulation unless sufficient
resources are dedicated to effectively regulate the fights due to his concern about state liability
in the event of serious injury or death. The legislation did not pass.
May 30, 2007
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It is my understanding that the Council intends to consider some form of prohibition or regulation
of amateur fighting. The state law does not occupy the field and City regulation of amateur
fighting is allowable. From a legal perspective, complete prohibition of fighting in
establishments with an alcohol license would be preferable to an attempt to regulate the fights
by requiring physicals, referees, etc. While the City enjoys immunity for claims based on its acts
or omissions in regulating an activity if the damage is caused by a third party, such City
regulation would have to be carefully crafted to avoid having the City oversee the conduct of
third parties (fighters) who might inflict damage on another.
Cc: Steve Atkins, City Manager
Dale Helling, Assistant City Manager
Marian Karr, City Clerk
Sam Hargadine, Chief of Police
Eric Goers, Assistant City Attorney
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CITY OF IOWA CITVrnJ
MEMORANDUM
DATE:
May 31, 2007
TO:
Mayor and City Council
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk ~~t
FROM:
RE:
Initiative Petition
A copy of the Certificate of Sufficiency is attached. . City Charter provides the Council
act upon the measure, either submitting it to the voters or adopting the initiative proposal,
within 60 days. Staff will schedule the item for the next agenda.
Attachment: Certificate of Sufficiency
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826
(319) 356-5000
(319) 356-5009 FAX
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CERTIFICATE OF SUFFICIENCY
STATE OF IOWA )
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COUNTY OF JOHNSON )
I, Marian K. Karr, City Clerk, do hereby certify that I have examined the petition
submitted by Mark Martin and Rick Dobyns on May II, 2007, which proposed a modification of
Article 4, Chapter 5, Section 8 of the City Code replacing "nineteen (19) years of age" with "the
legal age" and I find that it is sufficient as defined by Article VII, Home Rule Charter of the City
ofIowa City.
Witness my hand this 30th day of May, 2007.
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Man . Karr, Ctty Clerk
Subscribed in my presence and sworn to before me by Marian K. Karr this 30th day of
May, 2007.
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MEMORANDUM
Date:
May 31,2007
From:
Mayor and City Council ~
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk ~~
To:
Re:
Upcoming Council Election
A Council Candidate packet is now available for pickup in the City Clerk's Office. The packet
includes a Handbook, Affidavit of Candidacy and Nomination Petitions for filing for the
upcoming Council election. The handbook will also be available on the City website on June
1 st,
Papers must be filed in the City Clerk's office by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 30,2007.
Attachment: 2007 City Election Calendar
2007 City Election Calendar
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I Day and Date Event & Iowa Code Section
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i Monday, August 13 Candidate Filing Begins. First day to file nomination petitions with
I the City Clerk. [376.4]
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i Thursday, August 30 - Candidate Filing Deadline. Last day to file nomination papers in the
~~J2.m. office of the City Clerk. Deadline is 5 p.m. [376.4;44.4]
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I Friday, August 31 Nominations and Public Measures Delivered. City Clerk delivers all
I nomination papers and the full text of all public measures to be
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[Monday, September 3 included on City election ballot to the Auditor by 5 p.m. [376.4]
Labor Day - Holiday [1 C.1 (7)]
i Tuesday, September 4 Withdrawal Deadline. Last day for candidates to withdraw by filing
I a written request with the City Clerk. [44.9(6); 47.4; 376.4]
I Mond~y, September 24 Worry-free Postmark Date. Correctly completed voter registration
forms postmarked by today on time even if received after 9/30.
i [48A.9(3)]
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~~~'daY, September 28 Voter Registration Deadline. All registration forms must be
received by the Auditor no later than 5 p.m. unless postmarked on
or before September 26. [48A.9(1)]
I Primary Election Day, if necessary. A primary must be held for
I Tuesday, October 9
offices with more than two candidates per position to be filled. Polls
i are open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. except as noted below for the
k regular City election. [49.73,376.6; 376.7]
! Thursday, October 11 Canvass of Votes by Board of Supervisors [376.7]
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IMonday, October 24 Worry-free Postmark Date. Correctly completed voter registration
I forms postmarked by today are on time even if received after
, October 28. [48A.9(3)]
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I Friday, October 26 Voter Registration Deadline. All registration forms must be
received by the Auditor no later than 5 p.m. unless postmarked on
I or before October 24. [48A.9(1)]
i Reqular Citv Election Dav. Polls open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Exception:
I Tuesday, November 6
I Polls may open at noon in cities of 3,500 or less and in any city if
I there is no contest for any office and no public measure on the
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I ballot - unless a petition objecting to shortened hours is filed with
I
I Auditor. [49.73; 376.1; 53.22(2)]
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I Monday, November 12 Veterans' Day - Holiday observed [1 C.1 (8)]
Tuesday, November 13 Canvass of Votes. Canvass of votes by the Board of Supervisors.
If canvass day is a holiday, may be moved to next work day.
[4.1(34); 50.24]
.Signatures required on nomination petitions per County Elections Office;
District A: 147
District C: 151
At-Large: 237
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MEMORANDUM
DATE:
May 31, 2007
TO:
Mayor and City Council
FROM:
Youth Advisory Commission
RE:
Global Village
This Saturday as part of Iowa Arts Festival we will be participating in the Global Village
display. The Commission has selected the county of Ghana and will be featuring items,
crafts, and drinks at our booth.
We invite you to stop by and visit our booth located near the Artisans Gallery and Java
House on Washington Street between the hours of lOAM and 4PM.
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MEMORANDUM
From:
May 31, 2007 .
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Karin Franklin, Director, PC~
Public art at Iowa Arts Festival
Date:
To:
Re:
At this years' Arts Fest, the Public Art Advisory Committee is sponsoring two activities you might
enjoy. The first is a Kidz Tent in which donated art, from artists participating in Arts Fest, will be
for sale to children between the ages of 5 and 12. The goal is to encourage kids to make their
own artistic choices and enable them to access art financially. The items will be $5 or less, and
no parents will be permitted in the tent. The tent will be at the corner of Washington and
Dubuque streets from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, June 2nd. An added attraction is
calligrapher, Cheryl Jacobsen, who will be on hand from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. to demonstrate her
craft and make name cards for sale to the children. Proceeds of the Kidz Tent will go to the
capital budget of the Public Art program.
The other activity is "Art Off the Wall". From dusk to midnight Friday, June 1st, images of
children's' art, adult art, and faces of Iowa City will be projected at three locations downtown.
Images may be viewed on the front of the Englert Theatre, on the Iowa City Public Library near
the clock tower, and on the east face of Old Capitol Town Centre. This project is being done
with the cooperation of the entities noted above and the Chait Galleries, the Hotel Vetro, and
Iowa State Bank and Trust. Use of a projector was contributed by Mark Ginsberg of Ginsberg'
Jewelers. The children's' art involved art classes at Longfellow Elementary; the adult art is made
available from a variety of artists in the community; and the "Faces of Iowa City" are the result of
the work of PAAC members Emily Carter-Walsh, DaLayne Williamson, the current
Neighborhood Services Intern Brandy Howe and the retiring Neighborhood Services intern Abby
Attoun, who coordinated the entire project.
Both the Kidz Tent and Art Off the Walls are efforts of the Public Art Advisory Committee to
engage the community in art and celebrate the creative resources we have in Iowa City.
Cc City Manager
Jeff Davidson
Marcia Klingaman
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May 18,2007
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ATTN: Stephen J. Atkins, City Mgr.
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City IA 52240-1826
Dear Mr. Atkins:
Thank you for your support of Hancher Auditorium and your pledge of$7,500 to the
Hancher 35th Anniversary Fund. We are grateful for your assistance in bringing the
Joffrey Ballet to Iowa. This event will be an extraordinary opportunity for Iowans to
enjoy the best of professional ballet free of charge. We will remind you of your pledge
payment according to the schedule you indicated.
If you receive a ticket(s) to Hancher's 35th anniversary gala, you may need to reduce your
charitable donation for tax purposes by the fair market value of $20 per ticket. Please
consult your tax advisor regarding the tax deductibility of your gift.
The celebration promises to be a memorable night of spectacular dance for people of all
ages and walks of life. On behalf of those appreciative audience members, thank you for
helping make this monumental event happen.
Best Regards,
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Assistant Director of Development
Hancher Auditorium and Gift Planning
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P.O. Box 4550 I Iowa City, Iowa 52244-4550 I tal (319) 335-3305 I tal (BOO) 648-6973 I fax (319) 335-3310
a-mail uiowa-foundation@uiowa.edu I www.uiowafoundation.org
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From: Linda Kopping, Coordinator 'b..>oill~ \{ b,?",?
Re: Transfer of Funds from Iowa City Senior center~d, Inc to the Senior Center's
Operational Budget
Cc: Kevin O'Malley, Finance Director
Date: May 24, 2007
Memorandum
At the May 22, 2007 meeting of Iowa City Senior Center Fund, Inc., the Board of
Directors voted to transfer $66,839.21 to the Senior Center's FY07 operational budget.
This funding is coming from the Iowa City Senior Center Charitable Giving Fund that is
held in the Community Foundation of Johnson County. This transfer is in addition to the
$21,737.63 in earned income from the Center's Endowment Fund, also held in the
Community Foundation of Johnson County, that was transferred in to the Center's
operational budget in March of this year. In total, Iowa City Senior Center Fund, Inc. will
provide $88,576.84 to support the Center's operational expenses in FY07.
While the $21,737.63 transferred from the Center's Endowment earnings were not
specified for a particular project or expense, the Board approved the $66,839.21
transfer to cover expenses outlined in the fOllowing table.
Description Cost
SCTV Equipment Upgrades $4,351.58
Weight Training Equipment $12,049.41
Projection Unit for New Classroom (208) $5,395.00
Instructor Training for Memory Training Program $2,000.00
Assembly Room Renovation-Chairs $28,645.80
Assembly Room Renovation-Chair Dollies $675.00
Assembly Room Renovation-Tables $8,665.00
Assembly Room Renovation-Lighting $3,137.42
Assembly Room Renovation-Miscellaneous $1,920.00
Charges e.g. Freight and Installation
Total $66,839.21
May 23, 2007
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
410 East Washington Streel
Iowa City. Iowa 52240-1826
(319) 356-5000
(319) 356-5009 FAX
www,icgov.org
Residents of the Walnut Ridge subdivision
Re: Re-survey evaluating traffic calming project on Kennedy Parkway
Dear Resident:
Last spring the City worked with your neighborhood to develop a traffic calming project in
response to neighborhood concerns about traffic speeds on Kennedy Parkway. The approved
project installed several speed humps on Kennedy Parkway in summer 2006.
As part of the City Council approved Traffic Calming Program, a follow-up survey is required to
be completed one year after the installation of traffic calming devices. One survey postcard is
allowed per dwelling unit. We would like to know if the neighborhood would like the speed
humps to remain in place or have them removed.
A follow-up traffic study has been completed. Before the speed humps were installed, 85th
percentile speeds ranged between 30 mph and 39 mph at the four locations where
measurements were taken. After the speed humps were installed, 85th percentile speeds were
between 26 mph and 31 mph except for near Shagbark Court where the speed recorded was 34
mph. Volumes have increased between 150 - 200 vehicles per day since the speed humps were
installed. This demonstrates that the speed humps have been moderately effective at reducing
speeds but development in the neighborhood has increased the volumes.
Please fill out the enclosed postage paid survey postcard and return to the City of Iowa City no
later than June sth, 2007. If you have any comments or questions, please contact me at 356-
5254 or anissa-gerard@iowa-city.org.
Sincerely,
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Anissa Gerard
JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner
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City Manager
Karin Franklin
Jeff Davidson
Rick Fosse
Ron Knoche
Marcia Klingaman
Matt Johnson
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410 East Washington Street
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Residents of College Street between 7th Avenue and Morningside Drive
Re: Re-survey evaluating traffic calming project on College Street
Dear Resident:
Last year the City worked with your neighborhood to develop a traffic calming Ptroject in
response to neighborhood concerns about traffic speeds on College Street between 7 h Avenue
and Morningside Drive. The approved project installed three speed humps on College Street in
summer 2006.
As part of the City Council approved Traffic Calming Program, a follow up survey is required to
be completed one year after the installation of traffic calming devices. The residential dwellings
being surveyed are identical to those who received the original traffic calming survey. One
survey postcard is allowed per dwelling unit. We would like to know if the neighborhood would
like the speed humps to remain in place or have them removed.
A follow up traffic study has been completed. Before the speed humps were installed, 85th
percentile speeds recorded were 29 mph at the location where measurements were taken. After
the speed humps were installed, 85th percentile speeds recorded are 23 mph. Volumes were
approximately 100 vehicles per day fewer after the speed humps were installed. This
demonstrates that the speed humps have been moderately effective at reducing speeds and
volumes on this street.
Please fill out the enclosed postage paid survey postcard and return to the City of Iowa City no
later than June 11th, 2007. If you have any comments or questions, please contact me at 356-
5254 or anissa-gerard@iowa-city.org.
Sincerely,
Anissa Gerard
JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner
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Karin Franklin
Jeff Davidson
Rick Fosse
Ron Knoche
Marcia Klingaman
Matt Johnson
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Date: May 25, 2007
To:
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Linda Sev~COG Human Services Coordinator
From:
Re:
FY07 Third Quarter performance review of health and human services agencies that
receive Aid-to-Agencies funding from the City of Iowa City
Last year the JCCOG Urbanized Area Policy Board directed the Human Services Coordinator to
collect and review quarterly performance information reported by the agencies that receive
funding from Coralville, Iowa City, and Johnson County. Each quarter JCcOG issues a
summary report assessing agency performance; this is the third report. The quarterly reporting
includes the mission statement of the agency; a brief description of services provided; and 2 - 3
measurable goals/objectives that the agency can be assessed on throughout the fiscal year.
Also, agency board minutes and financial reports are submitted each quarter.
The City of Iowa City provides financial support to local human services agencies through the
Aid-to-Agencies allocation in the annual budget. For FY07, the amount was $446,973.00. The
sources of funding are the general fund ($305,923), Community Development Block Grant
($105,000), and Water & Wastewater Utility Bill Abatements ($36,050). Thirteen agencies, two
specific programs, STAR (Shelter House) and Youthworks (UAY) and the Johnson County
Juvenile Justice Youth Development Collaborative received funding. The annual amount given
to each agency ranges from $2,000 to $63,049. Also included is a small contingency fund
($13,436) that is available for emergencies or unexpected expenses that may come up during
the year with the approval of the City Manager.
Attached you will find the third quarter FY07 assessment of each human service agency that
receives funding from the City of Iowa City. If you have. any questions or need additional
information, please contact me at 356-5242 or Iinda-severson@iowa-cily.org.
cc: Steve Atkins
Jeff Davidson
Karin Franklin
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Agency: Community Coordinated Childcare (4C's)
FY07 Funding: Iowa City $2,000
Coralville $2,140
Mission: 4Cs promotes the well-being of children by assisting families, child care
providers, employers and others with their child care needs. We address challenges
to the community's child care systems and serve as a resource for the development
of new programs.
Goals and Progress:
1. 4Cs will increase availability and quality of child care environments through our
child care provider support services.
Progress:
. 4Cs has 167 child development home providers listed. (Decrease
of 1 home in 3'd quarter.)
. 4cs has offered training to 451 home and center-based child care
providers this quarter.
. Fifteen child care providers from child care centers and child
development homes in Johnson County attended the
Environmental Rating Scales training at the University of North
Carolina's Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute
through a Johnson County Empowerment grant. These providers
will mentor thirty more Johnson County child care providers in the
fourth quarter.
2. 4cs will increase resources, opportunities to learn, and community collaborations
through our family and community support services.
Progress: . 4Cs has provided 293 child care referrals to families in Johnson
County this quarter.
. 4Cs has sent 293 parent packets to families looking for child care
this quarter.
. 4cs has been involved in 29 formal community collaborations this
quarter.
3. 4Cs will increase the well-being of children, resources to parents, and family
resiliency for children and families served by our 4Cs Home Ties Child Care
Center.
Progress: . 4cs Home Ties Child Care Center has provided child care for 36
children (21 continued and 15 new children).
. 4Cs Home Ties Child Care Center has assisted 24 families in
setting their goals and offered referrals to community resources (17
continued and 12 new families).
Number of People Served: Iowa City: 2,181
Coralville: 320 (all programs)
Feedback from Home Ties parent survey: I love the staff and the environment! It has
been a positive experience for me and my child. The staff are caring individuals and able to
be flexible in their work while caring for families in crisis. I like the field trips and believe my
child learned a lot from the teachers and staff. She was treated with respect, it met our
needs while we were going through a transition period and I don't think I could find another
program like it. Please don't change it! Thank you for all the help!
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Agency: American Red Cross - Grant Wood Chapter
FY07 Funding: Iowa City $5,340
Coralville $1,300
Mission: The mission of the American Red Cross is to assist vjctims of disasters
and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.
Goals and Progress:
Emergency Services
1. Move households out of disaster crisis in a timely manner, and reduce the
financial and emotional impact by providing disaster relief assistance.
2. Ensure adequate and consistent response to local disasters.
3. Provide emergency communications, crisis support and information to Armed
Forces personnel, veterans and their family members.
Progress: . There were 19 disaster responses (affecting 47 people) that Red
Cross responded to this quarter.
. Provided 30 Armed Forces Emergency Assistance
Communications.
. Trained 119 Emergency Services Volunteers.
. 42 households had smoke detectors checked.
Health Services
1. Educate individuals living in Johnson County to prevent, prepare for, and
respond to accidents and medical emergencies.
2. In partnership with the Blood Region, collect blood for human needs, increasing
the number of units in Johnson County.
Progress: . In the third quarter, 1,717 people were trained in Automated
External Defibrillators (AED), Adult, Infant and Child CPR, First
Aid, Baby-sitter's training, Life guarding and Water Safety.
. 154 units of blood were collected.
Number of People S.erved: Iowa City: 1,567 Coralville: 715
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(These figures are based on clients who received services that provide us with
information, it doesn't include those for whom we do not solicit these statistics or
those who chose not to provide this information).
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Agency: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Johnson County (BBBS)
FY07 Funding: Iowa City $35,436
Coralville $4,760
Mission: The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Johnson County is to advocate
for a strong community through positive adult/youth relationships by providing
opportunities for youth to develop a sense of self worth and responsibility.
Goal and Progress:
To match at-risk youth residing in Johnson County with adult volunteers in long-
lasting professionally supported mentoring relationships. (Served 563 kids in third
quarter. )
Progress:
. One-to-one mentoring services were provided to all kids matched in
the Community Based and School Based programs. Staff checks in
with each match on a monthly basis if the match is less than one
year in length, and on a quarterly basis for matches over one year
in length. These check-ins provide staff with information about the
match - successes, challenges, etc. The professional Match
Support specialist will then take that information and work with
volunteer, child and family to determine future match goals.
. A Program Outcome Evaluation (POE) is conducted with all
matches after one year. The POE is meant to provide staff with
data to rate the success of the match and the improvement in a
child's life. A recent tabulation of these results gave the following
information:
Kids matched in our mentoring programs for over one year:
Mentorlng Outco".s:
Impro'vements Demonstrated in the Following Categories
Self_Confidence
97%
93%
83%
Trust Glven to Volunteer
Ability toAvold Substance Abuse
School Performmce
63%
57%
PBlatlonshlps w ilI1 Adults
0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Cost Per Match: In 2006, BBBS of Johnson County's total expenses were $325,370
and there were 797 kids in the community-based and school-based mentoring
programs. The annual "cost per match" was $408.00. Listed below are "costs per
match" from several BBBS groups in Iowa and Big Ten University towns.
Cedar Rapids and East Central Iowa ................ $888.81
Quad Cities... ... ......... ....... ....... .... .... ... .... .... .... .... $602.83
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Sioux City .......................................................... $736.64
Dane County (Madison, WI) .............................. $685.02
Michigan Capital Region (MSU) ........................ $678.66
Wabash Valley, Inc. (Purdue)............................ $766.30
Number of People Served:
Iowa City: 309
Coralville: 101
Remarks from the JccOG Human Services Coordinator: BBBS continues to
have a waiting list of volunteers. With so many matches currently open, staff is
stretched to properly supervise each match (which is key in maintaining a quality
relationship) and can not make new matches without additional staff.
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Agency: Crisis Center of Johnson County
FY07 Funding:
Iowa City $38,575
Coralville $6,955
Mission: The Crisis Center provides basic emotional and material support through
trained volunteers and staff in an accessible, nonjudgmental and caring
environment. The Crisis Center responds immediately, effectively, and
compassionately as it has since its establishment in 1970.
Goals:
1. 85% of clients communicate satisfaction or express appreciation for services
(phone hotline).
Progress: . 96% of clients satisfied with services.
2. Provide 7000 crisis intervention counseling contacts through the 24 hour hotline
Service (1,750 per quarter).
Progress: . Provided 1,670 crisis intervention counseling contacts on hotline
during the second quarter. YTD: 6,194
3. Provide households with food assistance during 30,000 client contacts (7,500 per
quarter).
Progress: . Provided food assistance during 11,503 client contacts. YTD:
27,453
4. Evaluate the needs and concerns of 4,000 households and provide on-going
support (1,000 per quarter).
Progress: . Evaluated 654 household needs through Help at Hand case
management. YTD: 3,292
Number of People Served:
Iowa City: 2,020 households
Coralville: 399 households
(These do not include the 1,670 contacts on the 24 hour telephone hotline.)
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Agency: Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP)
FY07 Funding:
Iowa City $50,687
Coralville $3,968
Mission: Our mission is to end domestic violence in our communities through
support, advocacy, shelter, and education. The DVIP was established in 1980 and
was founded on the belief that everyone has the right to live free of fear and harm.
Goals and Progress:
1. Adults and youth clients of DVIP will be able to identify a safety plan.
Progress: . 94% of adult and 87% of youth participants completed a safety plan
outcome measure fonm.
2. Adult and youth clients of DVIP will be able to identify three abusive tactics on
power and control wheel.
Progress: . 93% of adult and youth participants completed a power and control
outcome measure form.
3. Adult clients will be able to identify two new resources they didn't know about
before contacting DVIP.
Progress: . 91 % of adult clients were able to list at least two new resources that
they learned about while at DVIP.
Number of People Served: Iowa City: 165
Coralville: 46
DVIP's annual Souper Bowl fundraising event on February 1st (people select a bowl
to take home and enjoy soups donated by a variety of local food vendors) grossed
more than $10,000.00.
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Agency: Elder Services, Inc.
FY07 Funding:
Iowa City $58,839
Coralville $3,704
Mission: Elder Services, Inc. (ESI) is a non-profit agency that assists persons over
60 residing in eastern Iowa to live independently and be productive members of the
community.
Goals and Progress:
1. Ensure that all frail older adults and persons with disabilities served by the case
management program are receiving appropriate services and assistance to
enable them to remain in their home.
Objectives: . To adequately serve case management clients, ESI will maintain
case management staff of at least 3 FTEs.
. ESI staff will complete a comprehensive assessment of needs
within 5 days of receiving a referral.
. Participants in the Case Management program will remain in their
home at least an average of 18 months.
Progress: . Maintained a case management staff at 3.75 FTEs.
. Due to significant changes in the case management program in the
second quarter, the response time has remained at five days. It
previously had been one day.
. Participants were in the program for an average of 24 months.
2. Elder Services shall increase the number of older adults, children, and persons
with disabilities they serve in programming.
Objectives: . ESI shall provide services to a minimum of 1300 people in FY07.
. ESI shall create and implement an informational campaign to
inform people which services are available to older adults.
Progress: . Third quarter, served 144 new people in Johnson County.
. 8 presentations to various groups with information about services
for the elderly, caregiver support, and how to "Maintain Your Brain."
Number of New People Served: Iowa City: 106
Coralville: 23
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Agency: 'CARE
FY07 Funding:
Iowa City $8,953
Coralville $1,210
Mission: ICARE's mission is to enrich the quality of life for persons living with and
affected by HIV/AIDS. Through the distribution of information and services, we aim
to foster the self-empowerment necessary to live productively and positively in the
face of HIV/AIDS.
Goals & Progress:
1. Improved quality of life for individuals living with HIV/AIDS
Objective: . Provide case management services to secure needed resources for
individuals living with HIV/AIDS.
Progress:
.
Provided case management services to 21 Johnson County clients.
Objective: . Provide support services to people impacted by HIV/AIDS.
Progress: . Offer a monthly activity group with the goal of building a community
for emotional and social support for persons infected with
HIV/AIDS.
. Coordinating a group with Rapids AIDS Project (Cedar Rapids) to
provide support specifically to women living with HIV/AIDS.
. The 24-hour phone line for information, counseling and referrals
continues.
2. Reduce transmission of HIV/AIDS
Objective: . Provide information regarding HIV/AIDS to 300 community
members in FY07 through education and prevention activities.
Progress: . Reached 128 people through 13 education and prevention activities
such as health fairs and conferences. YTD: 269
. ICARE also facilitated the Healthy Choices/Healthy Lives
curriculum for clients participating in MECCA'S residential
substance abuse treatment services. This program is designed for
people who use IV drugs or engage in behaviors that put them at
high risk for exposure to HIV and other sexually transmitted
infections. 20 people were served.
Number of New People Served: Iowa City: 13
Coralville: 7
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Agency: Iowa City Free Medical Clinic
FY07 Funding:
Iowa City $ 6,400
Coralville $2,076
Mission: The Iowa City Free Medical Clinic is a private nonprofit corporation,
providing quality health care to the underserved of Johnson County.
Goals & Progress:
1. Free Medical Clinic (FMC) will provide Case Management Services for Chronic
Care patients.
Objective: . Assist 200 clients (minimum) with ongoing support services
ensuring the client has the appropriate medication, equipment,
education and follow-up appointments with the primary physician
and any necessary specialist. Case Manager will screen and enroll
new clients in the case management program.
Progress: . 52 new patients were served by the case management program
this quarter.
Objective: . 90% of diabetic patients will receive a glucometer and testing
supplies.
Progress:
.
17 glucometers and 44 diabetic test strips were given to patients.
2. FMC will provide access to a Tobacco Cessation Program to all patients.
Objective: . 100% of FMC patients who use tobacco will be advised of the
merits of tobacco cessation, and offered enrollment in the FMC
Tobacco Cessation Program (TCP). 25 patients will be enrolled in
TCP.
Progress: . All patients seen were informed about merits of tobacco cessation
and six patients are currently enrolled in the TCP program.
3. FMC will provide specialized, limited health and ancillary services to eligible
patients.
Objective: . 70% of eligible women will be referred for free annual
mammograms through the Visiting Nurses Association.
. To provide vouchers for medication, eyeglasses, hearing aids and
cancer prevention for 300+ FMC clients.
Progress: . 14 mammograms were provided.
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. 100 vouchers were written for medication, eyeglasses or hearing
aid assistance this quarter.
Number of People Served:
Iowa City: 593
Coralville: 160
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Agency: Mayor's Youth Empowerment Program (MYEP)
FY07 Funding:
Iowa City $20,600
Coralville $3,045
Mission: Provide support and advocacy to youth and their families who face
barriers to independence.
Goals & Progress:
1. To increase the level of employability for at-risk youth in Coralville, Iowa City, and
Johnson County through the MYEP Youth Employment Services (YES) program.
Objectives: . Provide job readiness services to 85 at-risk youth in the county.
. Present six job readiness workshops for at-risk youth.
. Assist 42 at-risk youth to secure and maintain employment for three
months or longer.
Progress: . MYEP served 21 at-risk individuals in Coralville, IC and Johnson
County through the Youth Employment Services program. Twelve
individuals were served on a one-to-one basis. Nine individuals
were served in a job readiness workshop in December.
. Nine at-risk youth maintained employment for three months. YTD:
29
2. To increase the level of vocational independence for at-risk youth through the
Youth Employment Services (YES) program by expanding the business
collaborations utilized as job sites.
Objectives: . Presentations to two new employers per month regarding YES.
. Develop 10 new worksites for subsidized and non-subsidized
employment for at-risk youth.
Progress: . MYEP presented to five new business entities this quarter.
. 8 new worksites with successful placements have been achieved
this year.
Number of People Served: Iowa City: 15
Coralville: 2
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Agency: Mid-Eastern Council on Chemical Abuse (MECCA)
FY07 Funding:
Iowa City $28,879
Coralville $2,371
Mission: To enhance the health of individuals and communities through
community-based substance abuse, mental health and other health services.
Goals & Progress:
1. A minimum of 70% of clients will be discharged having successfully completed
services (discharge reason 21 or 22 from SARS reporting).
Progress: . For the third quarter, 77% of clients were discharged having
successfully completed services.
2. Less than 15% of residential clients will leave residential treatment services
against MECCA's advice.
Progress: . The Against Clinical Advice (ACA) discharge rate was 15% for the
third quarter.
Number of People Served:' Iowa City: 185
Coralville: 65
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Agency: Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County
FY07 Funding:
Iowa City $60,000
Mission: Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County is dedicated to building a better
future for people in neighborhoods through programs that educate, strengthen
families and create a sense of community.
Goals & Progress:
1. Children will develop social, emotional, aesthetic and artistic, physical and
intellectual skills along a developmental continuum designed to strengthen
and improve their chances of achieving success in school and life.
School-year programming includes full and part-day child development
programs; after-school programs for elementary-aged youth; after-school
employment programming for junior high age youth; evening tutoring
programs for K to 12th graders; and a variety of specialized youth club
opportunities.
Progress: . Young child programming: Programs offered this quarter
specifically for the young child (birth to 5 years of age) include: full
and part-day child development programs and behavior/early
intervention services. Also, a number of parent-child programs
include activities like ongoing home visits, monthly family book
nights, numerous family trips to the children's museum and public
library and an on-site parent-tot play group.
. In both child care and school-aged programs, NCJC continues to
see increases in the number of young children with challenging
behaviors. With support of an Empowerment Staff development
grant, NCJC facilitated the community-wide Positive Attachment
and Learning to Succeed (PALS) Conference for 49 early
childhood educators, school counselors and mental health
professionals. The PALS program helps staff identify behaviors
that negatively impact children (9 and under) and offers
intervention strategies to positively engage youth. At Broadway
and Pheasant Ridge, Girl Scouts continue to grow in popularity
and membership. Pheasant Ridge now hosts Girl Scouts on two
evenings each week and has a troop membership of over 30 girls
and young women. The setting works well as the meetings are
held in the neighborhood.
2. Adults will strengthen their networks of support, work toward developing life
skills necessary for achieving their personal goals and meeting their diverse
needs.
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Neighborhood Centers continues to offer area adults a multitude of supports
and activities to help meet goals and family needs. Educational, employment,
parenting, and life-skill building programs were offered. During this quarter
some of the programs included: Home visit programs; on-site GED and ELL
adult education classes and supports; evening parent support groups;
nutrition classes; computer classes; and a variety of opportunities for
neighborhood members to meet their neighbors and focus on neighborhood-
building activities.
Progress: . GED and ELL programming is an exciting and nurturing classroom
opportunity for the adult students enrolled. Many, if not all, of the
enrolled adults are extremely nervous and hesitant to commit to
schooling as an adult-after all, they did not complete school with
their peers the first time and now have significant responsibilities,
like children, as they return to school again. However, the on-site
GED maintains daily attendance rates above 90%, with close to 15
students attending each day. Two members of the GED program
will graduate from Kirkwood Community College in May-sign-up
for classes beginning next quarter is showing a significant increase
as word of the graduation is spreading!
. Broadway continues to offer "Welcome Wednesday" breakfast
designed to introduce new community members to the Center staff
and to each other. New this quarter, Broadway staff and
volunteers began a "drop-in" Job Search and Resume Writing
program every Wednesday afternoon. Area adults are able to work
side-by-side with a staff/volunteer on obtaining an e-mail address,
completing a computerized job search, completing on-line job
applications, and help in writing a resume.
Number of People Served: 873 in Johnson County
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Agency: Rape Victim Advocacy Program (RVAP)
FY07 Funding:
Iowa City $11,232
Coralville $3,084
Mission: The Rape Victim Advocacy Program (RVAP) provides confidential and
accessible advocacy, support and information to victim/survivors of sexual abuse
and their loved ones. We present sexual abuse prevention and educational
programming, and work to create safe communities by promoting social change.
Goals & Progress:
1. Maintain current direct services to victims and their loved ones.
Objectives: . Identify new resources for victim/survivors and their significant
others.
. Include new material on the RVAP website.
. Provide counseling to victim/survivors.
. Provide counseling and resources to victims' families and friends.
Progress: . Served 75 Johnson County sexual assault victims and 32 new
clients receiving counseling.
. Concerted effort to expand our educational programming to
high school students in the service area. Currently conducting
three psycho-educational support groups for high risk teens.
. Support group for adult survivors of sexual assault began in
March and met for eight weeks.
2. Improve services to people with disabilities (Phase One [development phase] has
been completed).
Objectives: . Cross train RVAP staff and area agencies serving people with
disabilities.
. Identify curricula and conduct risk reduction skill groups.
. Conduct an evaluation of agency accessibility for people with
disabilities.
Progress: . Conducted first support group for people with disabilities. This was
a skill-building group about healthy boundaries. Staff met with staff
from Systems Unlimited, Inc. to learn about the level of functioning
of the individuals participating in the group. The curriculums were
modified (created visual aids and flashcards) so information was
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useful to all participants. Also created support cards for each
participant that listed names and phone numbers of people they
could contact when they are scared, hurt or want to talk with
someone about an issue.
. Developed informational packets for service providers who work
with people with disabilities.
. Purchased several books/educational materials about individuals
with disabilities who have been sexually abused to add to the
RVAP's lending library.
. In the third quarter, served 13 clients with disabilities. Services
included legal advocacy, support, counseling, and advocacy in
medical exams.
3. Implement the outreach program to Spanish-speaking populations.
Objectives: . Hire a bilingual staff member.
. Network with Spanish-speaking organizations and communities.
. Develop Spanish web content.
. Recruit, screen, and train Spanish-speaking volunteers for the
Rape Crisis Line.
. Provide additional cultural competency training to RVAP staff.
Progress: . Added two bilingual volunteers currently providing direct response
during office hours and utilize the Language Line (interpretation
services) after hours.
. Representing RVAP on the Johnson County Agency Network, a
coalition of agencies that provide services to newcomers to our
community, many of whom are Spanish speaking.
. Networking with a variety of groups and individuals (local, regional,
and state level) who work with the Spanish community.
Number of People Served:
Iowa City: 1,332
Coralville: 429
Remarks from the JCCOG Human Services Coordinator: RVAP is reaching out
to underserved populations to provide services.
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Agency: Shelter House and the STAR Program
FY07 Funding:
Iowa City Shelter House $16,899/STAR $6,147
Coralville $2,006
Mission: Shelter House provides shelter, basic and transitional resources, while
encouraging self-sufficiency, to any person in our community experiencing
homelessness.
Goals & Progress:
1. Increase Residential Stability
Progress: . 27 (37%) of adult clients (third quarter) participating and completing
the In-House Counseling Program (required of anyone staying
beyond a short term time) exited to more permanent housing
placements. In the STAR program, 1 (100%) adult client secured
more permanent housing at the point of exit.
2. Increased Skills and/or Income
Progress: . 59 (80%) of adults increased income upon exit from the In-House
Counseling Program. 1 adult exited the STAR program with an
income.
3. Increased Participation in Mainstream Resources (e.g. food stamps, rental
assistance)
Progress: . For clients participating in the In-House Counseling program, the
number of individuals engaged and receiving mainstream
resources has remained relatively static. Overall participation in
mainstream resources actually decreased for STAR clients as
individual's employment income increased.
4. Increased Participation in the Workforce.
Progress: . For clients participating in the In-House Counseling Program, 42
(58%) exited with employment income. In the STAR program, 1
adult exited the program this quarter and had employment.
Additional Information: . The Consultation of Religious Communities offered the
Overflow Project (offering sleeping space at various
locations). During the 2006-07 winter season
(November-March), the Interim Overflow Project
housed 186 people-43 women, 22 children and 121
men for a total of 1,315 nights of shelter. A secondary
site (Zion Lutheran Church) was developed to be used
during emergency winter conditions (winter storm
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Number of People Served:
advisory accompanied by high wind chill and subzero
temperatures). They were put on alert 15 times due to
extreme weather alerts, but were not called into active
service.
Iowa City: 162
Coralville: 26
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Agency: United Action for Youth (UAY) and Youthworks
FY07 Funding:
Iowa City UAY $63,049/Youthworks $16,000
Coralville $3,640
Mission: The mission of UAY is to assist youth and families in helping themselves
to a healthy future. We do this by offering youth development, counseling and
prevention programs that make use of young people's talents, creativity and
energies.
Goals & Progress:
UA Y uses local funding as match for a number of grants they receive. They are
reporting on a different grant program each quarter.
1. The UA Y's VOcA (Victim of Crime Act) and the Runaway and Homeless Youth
Fund counseling services for people who meet the eligibility guidelines.
Progress:
.
In the first six months of FY07, UAY provided counseling to 319
youth. Many of the youth have a mental health diagnosis which
may require longer and more intensive interventions, but do not
qualify for funding. UA Y is seeking additional funding to support
individuals presenting with mental health issues. They partnered
with Community Mental Health on a grant proposal to the Wellmark
Foundation. Working on certification as a Magellan provider to
provide assessment and therapy services to those eligible for Title
XIX. The Department of Human Services is changing how and who
they will provide services which increased the demand on local
providers.
Youthworks
1. Identify and enroll 25 eligible youth annually.
Progress: . 8 youths were recruited for the February/March classes. YTD: 30
2. 70% of youth will complete classroom work and practice work
Progress: . 100% completed classroom work, 37.5% completed practice work,
and 50% are currently completing practice work.
3. 80% of youth who completed the classroom portion will demonstrate improved
knowledge of job search skills, workplace conduct, work problem solving as
demonstrated by pre and post test scores.
Progress: . 87.5% of the youth who completed classroom demonstrated
significant improvement in knowledge of employment skills.
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4. 50% of youth who enroll will complete an internship.
Progress:
. One youth completed a dual internship this quarter and four have
begun their paid internships. The majority of the youth are still
completing practice work, and will begin internships once practice
work is finished.
5. 75% of youth who complete an internship will secure employment within 6
months.
Progress:
. One youth who completed the February/March class is now
employed.
Number of People Served: Iowa City: 288
Coralville: 101
Youth Works: 8 (Iowa City residents)
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General Remarks from the JCCOG Human Services Coordinator:
All of the agencies that receive funding from Iowa City and Coralville have made progress
on their stated goals and objectives.
A number of agencies are reaching out and offering services to underserved groups, such
as Spanish-speaking, Sudanese, and persons with disabilities.
The Consortium for Youth Employment is a new program which offers at-risk youth an
opportunity to learn job skills and have work experiences with support. This program is
funded by Johnson County, City of Iowa City, City of North Liberty and the Decategorization
Project. A class has started and is being co-facilitated by Goodwill Industries and United
Action for Youth. Youth serving agencies will make application to the Consortium to serve a
specific number of youth for a pre-determined amount of funding.
The annual Big Brothers Big Sisters' Bowl for Kids Sake fundraiser, which typically raises
about one-third of their yearly income, was sabotaged by the severe ice storm at the end of
February. There were serious concerns about the amount of funds raised. They
encouraged people to collect pledges even though they were unable to actually participate
due to the weather. Currently they have raised approximately $100,000 out of a goal of
$130,000.
ICARE is experiencing some financial challenges. They received funding through the Ryan
White II Act for case management (April 06-March 07). At the beginning of the contract year,
UIHC decided they would no longer take new clients for case management, so new clients
were referred to IcARE. Funding for the year ran out in November. Johnson County Public
Health is providing interim funding for April and May so ICARE can provide Ryan White II
services as no new source of funding was identified. They decided to refer clients to the
medical case managers along with ICARE contacting clients via phone. IcARE has been
able to continue case management to clients receiving assistance through Housing
Opportunities for People with AIDS (HOPWA). This is a statewide problem for agencies that
provide services to people with HIV/AIDS.
Let me know if you have any questions.
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CITY COUNCIL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
April 12, 2007
LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM
APPROVED
Members Present:
Regenia Bailey, Connie Champion, Bob Elliott
Members Absent:
None
Staff Present:
Wendy Ford
Others Present:
Joe Raso
RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL:
Champion moved, Elliott seconded that the committee recommends to the council the
support of an application on behalf of Prep Sports Online for funding from the Iowa
Department of Economic Development's Community Economic Betterment Account funds
and a local match. Motion carried.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Chairperson Regenia Bailey called the meeting to order at 10:04 AM.
Prep Sports Online Application for CEBA and HQJC funds throuah IDEO
Raso gave an overview of the application. Prep Sports Online contacted Raso 6 - 8 weeks ago
considering locating headquarters in Iowa City. Real estate in Iowa City is considered better than
other regions company is considering and there is a strong desire to be located near the
University of Iowa. The nature of the project is noted in the application.
Elliott asked how long the tax credits from the state would be for. Raso explained the credits are
determined by hard assets, not working capital: and are formula-based and would yield 1-7% of
qualifying investment on a one time basis which must be applied to the firm's State corporate tax
liability. The High Quality Job Creation Credit is not yet determined.
Kirkwood may sell bonds to fund the creation of a job training program for Prep Sports Online
provided that jobs are created; this program has been in place for 23 years or so. If the company
were to leave before bonds are paid off, a skilled workforce would remain. 79 jobs are expected
to be created with the locating of Prep Sports Online within three years.
Bailey asked for clarification on whether the agreement is for 79 jobs after three years or some
increasing scale up to 79 in year three. Raso indicated that the State requires that the jobs be
created within three years, they do not monitor year to year for employment number targets. At
the end of those three years, if those jobs are not created, the State may consider circumstances
and may extend contract by 12 months or prorated paybacks.
Bailey asked why this company is looking to locate in Iowa City given that the capitalization here
is relatively small. Raso pointed out that Lear Corporation and Procter and Gamble have good
access to capitalization and yet located in Iowa City. Bailey expressed the sense that Economic
Development groups get criticized for awarding incentives to businesses that do not need them.
Champion responded that such requests are a matter of competition.
Bailey asked why this firm wouid want to locate in Iowa City with its higher cost of living and lower
unemployment. Raso commented that he asked the firm's representative this as well, why Iowa
City and not Chicago or Los Angeles or some other media center. The rep responded that there
is an image that Iowa and further Iowa City conveys on the business that is desired. Elliott
pointed out that the current location has a relatively lower educated workforce while this company
is relatively high tech. Raso added that high tech firms provides a draw for other businesses and
people including spouses of employees, etc. He further pointed out that if this venture were to fail,
the public entities would be protected. Bailey commented that they [the public entities] are smart
and thus would protect their interests. She indicated that Senator Grassley is very interested in
the accountability of non-profits. There is concern though with Prep Sports Online's business
structure; will the profits be "skirted" away to a non-profit? Elliott indicated that other than the
potential risk, he is concerned over the money that schools would get.
Bailey indicated that she wants to keep due diligence as the responsibility of the Committee and
hence the rigorous questioning of this project since the City would be associating with this
company. Elliott expressed concern that schools would only receive a small percentage while the
firm would be bringing in large amounts of money. Bailey responded that this is not bad so long
as the funding is transparent and appropriately structured. She wants to ensure reporting and
public accountability: information which schools would then have access to.
Elliott mentioned that he maintains his concerns, but is satisfied that they have been answered;
the risk is virtually nothing while high quality jobs and a better trained workforce is created. Elliott
indicated that he would like to see a letter of guarantee from a financial institution to support this
application.
Bailey said she wants to make sure that the Committee anticipates the questions that would be
raised in public meetings.
Champion moved to support the application to the State for CEBA funds with a local match of
$100,000 no interest loan, secured with an irrevocable letter of credit from an FDIC insured
financial institution. Raso asked if there is anything else that he could ask for from the company to
make the Committee more comfortable. Champion indicated that she is comfortable. Elliott
seconded.
Bailey asked if there was any further discussion; there was none. Motioned carried.
Adlournment
Bailey moved the meeting be adjourned, Elliot seconded. Motion carried
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CITY COUNCIL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
April 6, 2007
LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM
APPROVED
Members Present:
Regenia Bailey, Connie Champion, Bob Elliott
Members Absent:
None
Staff Present:
Wendy Ford, Karin Franklin
Others Present:
Mark Nolte (ICAD Group), Gigi Wood (Corridor Business Journal), Tom
Brandt (PSO), Nancy Quellhorst (Iowa City Area Chamber)
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Chairperson Regenia Bailey called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m.
Prep Sports Online Application for CEBA and HQJC funds throuah IDEO
Ford indicated that she was approached by Joe Raso of ICAD regarding the possible
headquarters relocation by Prep Sports Online (PSO) to Iowa City. Tom Brandt, a representative
of PSO, introduced the company founded by Nile Anderson to help fund high school athletic
programs. Part of the company is a not-for-profit organization which provides money to
participating schools via website marketplaces created at no cost to the schools by PSO. The
company generates its revenue through advertising, content licensing, and multimedia sales.
Participating schools benefit from a revenue sharing program.
Elliott asked what percent of the revenues goes to the schools. Brandt was unable to give an
exact percent as each school varies some although he estimated that about 11 % of the revenues
wouid go back to schools. Bailey asked how the amount the schools receive is determined.
Brandt responded that it is through the individual agreements, but each school is guaranteed
$2,500. He added that next year the non-profit side of the company will have need-based funds
that can be applied for.
Bailey asked about the corporate structure of the company. Brandt responded that they are a
LLC; previously the not-for-profit was PSO, now it will be Prep Sports Foundation retaining the
same structure just with a new name.
Bailey asked for clarification from Brandt on a third revenue source - multimedia sales. Each
school would have their own online store where people can purchase uploaded images; schools
receive 15% of the revenue from those sales. Bailey asked how proprietorship over the images of
athletes is handled. Brandt responded that they own the rights to the images as designated in the
contract: this is similar to how newspapers own the rights to images taken and printed.
Franklin asked about the plan for collateralizing the requested $100,000. Brandt responded that
they will obtain an irrevocable letter of credit.
Bailey indicated that the projection for job creation and salaries is rather ambitious which was
echoed by Champion. Because a loan would be contingent on those projections, they wanted to
know if the projections were feasible. Brandt indicated that they spent a lot of time setting up their
model and that they are often told that their program sounds too good to be true. The model is
based on what PSO believes to be necessary to set up the minimum of 500 websites they are
committed to. The headcount and salaries in the application would be based in Iowa City.
Bailey asked who PSO's major competitors are, Brandt indicated that PSO does not have any
major competitors in part due to the strength of their Foundation and the value that schools find in
that. Competitors are relatively unattractive to schools as they cannot claim to give back money to
schools like PSO does. In addition, Mr, Anderson is dedicated to covering not only the star
players, but also the whole team and other individual athletes.
The committee determined it did not have enough information to make a recommendation either
way to the Council and would meet again to further discuss the PSO application after application
materials had been distributed and after staff had had a chance to review the business plan and
financials.
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Quellhorst indicated that after being approached by members of different sectors of the local
economy, a taskforce was assembled to look at a way of promoting local purchasing. The
campaign resulting from the taskforce's recommendation is a business-to-business purchasing
initiative and is voluntary. Businesses are requested to shift 5% of what they spend outside the
county back into Johnson County. There will be accountability through self-reporting, but the
program does not include policing. Locai is being defined as businesses that pay property taxes
in Johnson County.
A study was conducted by Dave Swenson, economist with Iowa State University, looking at total
goods and services produced within the county and how that would be impacted by this
campaign. The gains for the County would be $92 million in goods, $27 million in labor, and 859
new jobs from business impacts alone. The study included impacts of household and public
sector spending for a gain of $125.6 million and 1,015 direct jobs as a result of this shift of 5%.
This campaign is modeled on a similar one in Des Moines which has been very successful.
Quellhorst anticipates that once it becomes clear what is not locally produced some
entrepreneurial opportunities would arise
Bailey asked what the Chamber of Commerce is asking for from the city. Quellhorst responded
that they are asking for $1 ,500 to be able to say that there is public sponsorship of this campaign
in addition to the interest from businesses. The current Chamber website will host a database to
coordinate the need with the local supply.
Elliott expressed satisfaction in the Chamber's attempt to get a lot of people involved with smaller
amounts of money rather than a few people with a lot of money. Ford indicated that she has set
up a meeting with Chairperson Bailey and the legal department to discuss implications and the
legality of supporting this program.
Bailey asked how this would affect the relationship within the Corridor since it would just be
Johnson County. Quellhorst responded that she believes there is potential to expand it to the
region, but Johnson County is a start. She indicated that the Chamber of Commerce in the
northern part of the Corridor is aware of this initiative. Bailey is concerned that by focusing on
Johnson County initially is a step backward since so much has been done with the Corridor so
far. Champion expressed that she does not think that this would be a step backward. Elliott
expressed that while he agrees that this would be good for the community, he is aware of the
concern about stepping back from the Corridor concept. He wants to ensure that the Iowa City
Chamber of Commerce makes it clear that this is the first step in the direction of a regional buy
local program.
Quellhorst offered to obtain data and other information from Des Moines as to how they were able
to work their program to help allay concerns that Committee members have regarding the
legalities.
Adiournment
Bailey moved the meeting be adjourned, Champion seconded. Motion carried.
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DEER TASK FORCE MEETING
APRIL 23, 2007
LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM - CITY HALL
FINAL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Harold Goff, Pete Sidwell, Peter Jochimsen, Martin Jones
(arrived late), and Alan Nagel (via speaker-phone)
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT: Kathi Johansen, Sue Dulek
OTHERS:
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Goff at 6:03 P.M.
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL:
The Deer Task Force made the following recommendations to Council:
Approve the amended 2007-2008 Deer Management Annual Plan: Paragraph 7b
now reads: The City will fully comply with all state laws governing the killing of
deer, exercise great caution and observe all possible safety measures, assure use of
the most humane methods available, and arrange for the free distribution of
donated processed deer meat. Jones moved to accept the 2007-2008 Deer
Management Annual Plan as amended, seconded by Jochimsen. Motion carried 4-1.
(Sidwell voting in the negative)
Affirmed the Long-Term Deer Management Plan: Paragraph 4b(1) will now read:
The City is allowed to utilize sharpshooting with centerfire rifles for the lethal
removal of deer. Bait may be used to attract deer to the sites. The City shall
determine locations, training, and all other conditions for the sharpshooting
activities. The City shall also comply with all applicable state laws. Jones moved to
accept the Long-Term Deer Management Plan as amended, seconded by Sidwell.
Motion carried 5-0.
APPROVE MINUTES OF APRIL 9, 2007, MEETING:
Goff asked for discussion on the minutes. Jochimsen moved to accept the April 9,
2007, minutes, seconded by Sidwell. Motion carried 4-0. (Jones absent)
ANNUAL REPORT OF THE 2006-2007 lOW A CITY DEER TASK FORCE:
Goff noted that Johansen made the changes to this document as previously discussed.
(Jones arrived) Goff began review of the helicopter count table on page 9 of the report
that he had been working on. Goff pointed out some of the problem areas as far as the
information they have used in the past. Nagel suggested adding a footnote to clarify that
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the deer kills have been "all within the Iowa City limits," to which Goff agreed. Nagel
then asked about Zone J, stating that the map does not show a Zone J. Goff explained
that they received new information from Greg Harris and that Zone J is no longer on the
map. A discussion ensued about this information, with Johansen stating that according to
Harris' email, Zone J has been removed from Iowa City and added to Coralville.
Members noted the map has some overlapping city boundaries and this led to a brief
discussion about city boundaries for both Iowa City and Coralville. Goff suggested
leaving the report as is. Jones moved to accept the Annual Report of the 2006-2007
Iowa City Deer Task Force, seconded by Jochimsen. Motion carried 5-0.
THE 2007-2008 ANNUAL PLAN:
Johansen updated the Annual Plan and provided copies to members for review. Goff
briefly discussed the amendments that were made and approved, asking if anyone has
anything else to add or change to this document. Johansen asked members to consider
item 7a and 7b. This led to a discussion on how wording might be revised with Jones
suggesting, "In cooperation with the DNR, the sharpshooting agency, hunters, and meat
processors, the City will allow reproductive necropsies to be performed on deer killed,"
stating that this is not a requirement. The discussion continued on this issue, with
members giving their opinion on bow hunting and meat processing issues. Members
agreed to leave number 7a. as is. On item 7b. it was agreed to make law plural and to
strike "during the sharpshoot," and add "donated" before processed deer meat. Item 7b
will now read: The City will fully comply with all state laws governing the killing of
deer, exercise great caution and observe all possible safety measures, assure use of
tbe most humane methods available, and arrange for the free distribution of
donated processed deer meat. Jones moved to accept the 2007-2008 Deer
Management Annual Plan as amended, seconded by Jochimsen. Motion carried 4-1.
(Sidwell voting in the negative)
LONG-TERM DEER MANAGEMENT PLAN:
Goff noted the task force must affirm and/or suggest changes to the Long-Term Deer
Management Plan on an annual basis. He noted there was one revision previously made
in paragraph 2 regarding the reflector system. Jones read paragraph 2 pointing out what
changes were made. Members agreed this was satisfactory with Goff noting this change
was also made in terms of the Annual Plan. It was then noted that Item 4.b.(I), they need
to delete "and rimfire rifles" per the DNR's request. Paragraph 4b(I) now reads: The
City is allowed to utilize sharpshooting with centerfire rifles for the lethal removal
of deer. Bait may be used to attract deer to the sites. The City shall determine
locations, training, and all other conditions for the sharpshooting activities. The
City shall also comply with all applicable state laws. Jones moved to accept the
Long-Term Deer Management Plan as amended, seconded by Sidwell. Motion
carried 5-0.
BOARD OR COMMISSIONrr ASK FORCE DISCUSSION:
Goff noted he would like to see what City Council does with their Annual Plan, to see if
they consider bow hunting, before the task force addresses the issue of becoming a board
or commission. Goff further stated if Council does not agree with bow hunting, task
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force members have at least done their best to try and get this accomplished. Goff does
not feel they need to make a decision on this issue right away. It was suggested that if
Council is philosophically opposed to bow hunting then there is no point in continuing
with the task force. Jochimsen said there was no sense in butting their heads against the
wall year after year. If Council is not willing to entertain bow hunting and will
automatically renew the contract with the sharpshooter then let them work out the
logistics and final numbers. Jochimsen questioned who actually reads the task force
documents. Jones stated that some Council members read the documents but not all of
them. Nagel stated he feels they should wait for now to see what Council's action is.
Jochimsen agreed to waiting until the Council has reviewed the Annual Plan, as well. He
then asked if the Council agreed to the Deer Task Force having five members, versus
nine members. Johansen confirmed the resolution passed at the April 16 Council
meeting. Goff went over the process of Council review and approval, with Johansen
explaining the Annual Plan and Long-Term Plan will be on the May 1 st Council agenda.
Dulek explained further what the Council process is regarding approval of the Annual
Plan. Goff proposed that members meet again following the Council meeting. On
another subject, Nagel asked if the task force chairperson would be making a presentation
to the DNR at their June Commission meeting, to which Goff responded this is no longer
done. Nagel also suggested exploring the contraception issue further. (rAPE ENDS)
Jochimsen continued the discussion of the Deer Task Force and its purpose. Members
voiced their concerns over whether or not the City Council will approve bow hunting as
part of the Annual Plan, as well as the DNR's strong support of bow hunting. Jones
commented the DNR has not been happy for quite a while regarding the City's request to
sharpshoot year after year. Jones said the Commission's vote to approve sharpshooting
during the past few years has been very close and they may no longer authorize
sharpshooting. Johansen reminded members the Natural Resource Commission Meeting
is scheduled for June 14th, and the City does not receive official results of the meeting
until August. Goff suggested to task force members that they attend the Council's next
work session on Monday, April 30, so they can get their concerns across. Dulek noted
that the formal City Council meeting is where members can address Council, whereas the
Work Session would be by invitation. Goff suggested they defer this issue until the
Council has given their review. Members briefly discussed their individual schedules
and when they might be available to meet again.
COMMUNITY COMMENT:
None.
OTHER BUSINESS:
None.
SET AGENDA AND TIME FOR NEXT MEETING:
The next meeting is set for Wednesday, May 16,2007.
Meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.
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CITY OF IOWA CITym:
MEMORANDUM
Date:
From:
May 31, 2007
City Council Y
Kathi Johansen - Administrative Assistant to the City Manager
Deer Task Force
To:
Re:
Resolution 07-56 requires that the Task Force recommend to Council whether it should become
a formal board or disband completely. Attached are minutes from the May 16, 2007 meeting
which includes the decision reached by the Deer Task Force.
If Council wishes to continue to have a citizen group advise them on deer management, that
decision should be made to enable staff time to get a board operational (e.g., vacancies must
be advertised for 30 days before Council can make the appointments). This item is scheduled
for your June 4 work session.
Attachment
cc: Deer Task Force
MINUTES
MINUTES REVIEWED BY TASK FORCE
CHAIRPERSON HAROLD GOFF
DEER TASK FORCE MEETING
MAY 16,2007
EMMA J. HARV A THALL - CITY HALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Harold Goff, Pete Sidwell, Peter Jochimsen, Alan Nagel, and
Martin Jones (arrived late)
STAFF PRESENT: Kathi Johansen, Sue Dulek
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Goff at 6:03 P.M.
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL:
The Deer Task Force made the following recommendation to Council to:
"The Iowa City Deer Task Force recommends that the group in its present form not
be replaced by a board or commission. There is a continuing need for some group
to consider issues of deer management. However, two major issues have limited the
effectiveness of the Task Force. The first matter concerns the inconsistency in the
Long- Term Deer Management Plan giving bow-hunting as an option for deer
control, and the philosophical position taken by a narrow majority of Council when
that option is written into an Annual Plan. Secondly, the work of the Task Force
has been marginalized and preempted through lack of communication with the City
Manager. This is evident in his policy-setting directives such as a March 22, 2006
memo (in advance of any Task Force consideration) stating, "We will again proceed
with sharpshooting as the preferred method of deer management." A deer board or
commission has no place in this present environment." Motion carried 3-2. (Nagel
and Sidwell voting in the negative).
APPROVE MINUTES OF APRIL 23, 2007, MEETING:
Goff asked if there was any discussion on the minutes. Nagel moved to accept the
April 23, 2007 minutes; seconded by Sidwell. Motion carried 4-0.
BOARD OR COMMISSION/TASK FORCE DISCUSSION:
Goff stated that he attended the City Council's April 30 Work Session and he felt that
Council had already decided to delete the bow hunting recommendation. Therefore, he
did not attend the formal Council meeting on May 1. Goff noted that there was some
discussion at the formal meeting with one Council member stating he had been made
uneasy when he saw bow hunters while out riding trails one time. Goff went on to state
that he was troubled by the structure of what the Council saw regarding this matter,
stating that the Council received Steve Atkins' 2005 memo countering argument on bow
hunting. He also noted that Council did not receive a copy of the Annual Report but
acknowledged that it was made available on-line because of its size. However, he felt
this limited the Council's understanding of what the Task Force was trying to get at.
Goff also asked about Council receiving draft minutes versus minutes that had been
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approved. Dulek responded to Goffs concerns stating that recommendations always need
minutes and Council would see both draft and approved minutes. Goff noted that he had
prepared a statement for the Task Force to review and amend, which he feels captures the
feeling of the Task Force at this point in time.
After the Task Force had time to review Goffs statement, the discussion turned to
whether or not the City needs to have the Deer Task Force at this time, since they do not
wish to consider bow hunting. Nagel asked about the number of complaints received
each year on deer, and Johansen noted that she receives between two to five calls per
year. The discussion turned to the role of the Task Force, with Nagel asking others for
their thoughts on this. Johansen stated if it is the wish of this Task Force to disband and
not form a Board or Commission, it is still up to Council to decide how they would like
to proceed. Nagel stated he feels perhaps they should continue in some capacity as he is
somewhat reluctant to stop completely.
Jones arrived, and Goff brought him up to date on the current discussion. Sidwell noted
the City could probably go for a while without anything being done with the deer
population, but at some point numbers would start to increase again. Goff stated that if
sharpshooting is not continued everyone will hear about it as the problems will increase
again. Goff noted that Atkins' memo of March 22, 2006, stated, "We will again proceed
with sharpshooting as the preferred method of deer management." Nagel agreed that this
basically shut down the Task Force recommendation. Jones agreed, noting that he feels
things have not been clearly reflected for the Council. Jones went on to state that Atkins
has stated in the past that he attended Deer Task Force meetings, when in fact, he has
never attended a meeting. Johansen asked Jones to forward her a copy of this particular
correspondence.
The discussion continued, with members stating there is no need for this to become either
a Board or a Commission. Goff noted that the Annual Plan becomes unacceptable to the
Council when bow-hunting is added, and others agreed, which negates the work they
have done. Goff noted that if the only goal is to get bow-hunting in, then there is no need
to continue the Task Force. If members feel there could be other methods, then Goff
feels there could be a reason to continue. Nagel said he still believes some group should
be charged with this task, and that perhaps just a couple of meetings per year with the
public, the City Manager, the DNR could address the results of sharpshooting. In this
way, Nagel said that a group could be reviewing the aerial numbers, the sharpshooting
numbers, etc., and can make recommendations from this level, with staff and/or Council
participation as well.
Jones said he is sure the city will continue with sharpshooting and deer control in some
form, as this becomes a public safety issue. He noted how in the past, when a deer kill
was not done, the numbers became hard to handle and problems ensued. The discussion
turned to how the DNR could come forward in the next few years with contraceptive
methods, and how this could change the whole picture. Goff said he feels sharpshooting
will continue for some time and further down the road this group will need to be reunited,
but at present time he sees no need. Nagel said he feels they should continue in some
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capacity and in a few years the deer numbers will decrease across the state and that
perhaps then the Task Force won't be needed as much. Jochimsen said that Goff's
statement should be made part of the record and submitted for Council to read. Goff
noted that bow-hunting should be removed from the Long-Term Plan if it is never going
to be agreed to and he feels his patience has worn thin with constantly being turned down
on the bow-hunting recommendation.
Nagel said he would like to see a report to Council giving them three options: I) nothing;
2) city staff and others to oversee; or 3) a board or commission. (TAPE ENDS) Jones
made the motion to accept Goff's statement as reviewed, with Jochimsen seconding this.
Nagel said he would not vote for this and would like to spend a little time to figure out
the arguments in favor of a citizen-based oversight on this issue. Nagel reiterated his four
points to keep the ball rolling, catch the flack, refer complaints, and to pursue research
and information. Jones noted there is always a place for public input, either through the
Council or the City Manager, neighborhood groups, etc., to put pressure on the City,
albeit less formal than a Task Force.
The question was asked why there were some years without a deer kill. Johansen said
numbers were down and because of this the decision was made not to harvest deer. Goff
suggested budget also formed a part of this decision. Discussion continued with
J ochimsen stating he does not feel they need to spend as much time as they have on this
issue, that perhaps this sends a message to the Council if the group disbands. He further
noted that he feels they need to make a statement as Goff has presented. Dulek
responded to questions regarding Board and Commission groups versus a Task Force.
Discussion turned back to Goff's prepared statement. Nagel noted that he feels line two
is in contradiction to the last line, regarding a board or commission being formed. Goff
noted that he feels that sharpshooting will continue for some years, but he sees the DNR
not allowing it in the future, and because of that he feels that deer management is still a
need. The discussion then turned to the issue of baiting and how wasting disease could
change things as well. Jones noted that if sharpshooting is the only method allowed then
he agrees they have nothing left to debate. He noted that if sharpshooting were
eliminated it would definitely become a public safety issue with police and other agencies
becoming involved. Jochimsen stated they need to ask what it is the Council wants them
to do now - some direction in what is expected of the Task Force.
Nagel asked if anyone has ever been referred to the Deer Task Force when they have
approached the City with deer concerns. Jones noted, in previous years, there was more
public comment with the Task Force. Nagel then asked for some clarification of Goff's
statement, specifically the "(in advance of any Task Force consideration)." Jones
explained how he remembers this taking place, and Nagel suggested a slight change to
line two, deleting "organized as" with "replaced by." Nagel continued reviewing the
statement, voicing his disagreement with the issues that Goff has stated. Goff said he
feels they should send this statement to the Council and see what their response is, and
that this could perhaps lead to another meeting. Nagel said he does not agree with the
wording of the statement, especially if they are expecting a response. Nagel again stated
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that he could not vote for this statement to be given to Council. Jones moved to accept
Goff's prepared statement as reviewed and amended; seconded by Jochimsen.
Carried 3-2. (Nagel and Sidwell voting in the negative). Dulek explained how the
statement should be made part of the minutes. Goff then read the following statement out
loud:
"The Iowa City Deer Task Force recommends that the group in its present form not be
replaced by a board or commission. There is a continuing need for some group to
consider issues of deer management. However, two major issues have limited the
effectiveness of the Task Force. The first matter concerns the inconsistency in the Long-
Term Deer Management Plan giving bow-hunting as an option for deer control, and the
philosophical position taken by a narrow majority of Council when that option is written
into an Annual Plan. Secondly, the work of the Task Force has been marginalized and
preempted through lack of communication with the City Manager. This is evident in his
policy-setting directives such as a March 22, 2006 memo (in advance of any Task Force
consideration) stating, "We will again proceed with sharpshooting as the preferred
method of deer management." A deer board or commission has no place in this present
environment."
COMMUNITY COMMENT:
None.
OTHER BUSINESS:
Jochimsen shared an article that appeared in The Gazette and shared it with members. It
was an article where a person thanked deer hunters for keeping the numbers down.
SET AGENDA AND TIME FOR NEXT MEETING:
Members asked how they could approve this meeting's minutes. Nagel asked if they
could all receive draft minutes, and if no changes, then no meeting would be needed. If
there were concerns the Task Force could meet briefly to discuss them. Dulek suggested
that the Chair work with Johansen for approval of minutes and members agreed.
ADJOURN:
Meeting at approximately adjourned 7:35 p.m.
Minutes submitted by Laura Berardi
Note: Kathi Johansen was contacted by Task Force Member Martin Jones after the
meeting. Jones stated that he could not locate any documentation that indicated that the
City Manager appeared at meetings, that his statements at the May 16 meeting were
based on his misunderstanding of the record, and that he requested the minutes to be
changed accordingly.
4
Deer Management Task Force
Attendance Record
2007
02/06 316 3/27 4/9 4/23 5/16
J. Ashman X A A AIR AIR R
L. Dvkstra X A A AIR NR R
P. Farrant X A A AIR AIR R
H. Goff X X X X X X
M. Jones X X X X X X
P. Sidwell X X X X X X
A.Naeet X X X X X X
P. Jochimsen X X X X X X
Key:
X = Present
o = Absent
OlE = AbsentlExcused
NM = No Meeting
= Not a Member
R = Resigned position
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NATIONAL.
HOUSING
T R U, S T.
,
, Housing Trust Fund
. of
I Johnsol!. County
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Affordable
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Multi-F'amily Housing
Exploring Solutions
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Presentation by Michael Bodaken
. . April 24, 2007 .
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Background: '
National Housing Trust
NATIONAL
HOUSING
TRUST
.
Comm'itted to safeguarding affordable housing;
Only national~nonprofit engaged in housing ~preservation thfough
combination of real estate development, 'lending and public policy
initiatives;
Four principa.1 activities:
· Policv/Advocacv:'Advocate for government polities that save
affordable homes and apartments;
.... .... .... ....
· Technical Assistance: Helped others preserve more than 13,000
apartments in more than 35 states and provide preservation
training to nonprofits;
· Lendinq: Provide .financing to nonprofit purchasers of
affordable housing. Loans helped save more than 4,400
apartments; and
",
· Development: Partner with other non profits to purchase and
revitalize affordable housing. Own and operate 3,000 affordable
homes.. . . .
.
.
Ho~sing lVIatter!i.?
. Housing is Americans" larg'est sing'le family household
expense.
. In terms of national investment, residential investment,
housing consumption and related, spending cO,nstitutes
over 1/5-of the nation's gross domestic product. Indeed,
d:uring re'cent .'boom,' 'houSJng sector ac~counted for fully
300/0 of the growth in the GDP.
. Home equity well over $13 trillion as we..sit here today.
More than $4 trillion in the hands of the top 100/0 of all
households based on pre tax income. Constitutes over Y4 of-
o'ur total net wealth. (Federal Reserve and Joint Center on
.... .., .... .... ....
Housing Studies)
. At an individual household. level, adequate housing
provides privacy and security, both physical and emotional.
Housing Matters: Cont.
. The,: long term outloo~ for hou~ing is
~,bright. ~,
. The Joint Center. projects.household
growth at ne~rly 15 m,:illion ov~r the nex,~
~, decade.~, Housing product,ion will h~ave to
keep up with this newfound demand.
. By ~xtrapola~ion, grovyth in expenditure.s I
~, on hou~,ing and ~elated cQnsumpti9n
should increase.
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Housing Matters Beyond
Wealth Building'
. .... .... .... ....
. Decent housing is an indispensable building block of
.healthy neighborhoods; it is necessary ingredient to create
.and sustain such neighborhoods.. .
. How much we pay for housing, a: fixed expense, determines
'how much we have left over for other expenditures.'
.... .... .... .... ...
. Better housing leads to better outcomes for families and
.individuals. .Studies demonstrate the link between moving
from welfare to work when affordable housing is assured;
also disruptive moves during adolescence have a strong
'negative impact on schoo'l performance, and so on.'
. .... .... .... ...
. Research on quality of housing and health impacts...
.Our- Ho~sing System ~orks.
Exceptionally Well for the
Vast Majority of Us
. .
. .
. . Homeownership, despite the recent subprime problems, 'is at or
". above 680k; ".
. According to the Joint Center on Housing Studies at Harvard,
· aside from modest pullbacks, the current housing boom..has
lasted over 14 years!
I I I I
. . . .
. We have a secondary market that allows for relatively low cost
. fixed rate mortgage products and closing costs;
.... .... .... ....
. Household wealth grew faster than stock wealth between 1995 and
2005. Home equity grew by 750k while stock wealth increased by
· 650k.. · · ·
. Housing wealth is more evenly distributed than net or stock
wealth~ - - -
. ". Most of us do not have a 'housing problem," i.e., most of us can
afford to rent or buy homes where we live at a reasonable cost,
e.g. 300k of our gross income.
. .
. However, we're still yards away from solving our nation's housing
dilemma.
HQusing 'Expenditures in U.S.
Who is Subsidized?
. Federal Hous"ing Subsidies
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· HUD and Rural Housi.ng and Tax Credit: $35 B. .
.... .... ....
· Mortgage and Property Tax Deduction: $90 B.
· Exclusion of Capital Gains: $20 B'.
· Depreciation of rental housing in excess 'of alternative
depreciation system:. $5B
.... ....
So.......low income renters receive approximately 1/3 of
the sub~idies;
2/3 go to homeowners; most o.f that goes to upper income
homeowners. Over Y2 of mortgage interest deduction -
goes to those with incomes over $120,000~ .
,Cr~tical H9usin9 .Needs
. 1/3 of us, 90 million Americans, pay over
300/0 of their income for housing.
. Na~ionally, housing prices increase.d
ove~ 200/0 9ver past ? year~; wages ,
increased 20/0 in real terms.
. More than 1f2 of our nation's carpenters,
kindergarten teachers, groundskeepers,
retail clerks, and other service workers
pay more than half':of their income for
housing .
. The number of apartments.'affordable to
those who earn less than $16,000/yr. fell
by 130/0 or.1.2 million between 1993 and
2003.
. We lose hundreds of thousands of .
affordable ~.apartments per year. The'
cost of replacing this housing much
greater than maintaining the existing
stock.
'Iowa City Stats: 2006.
. From "Out of Reach" data
· 150k of.ownerspa'y more tha'n 300k 'of their
income for housing costs;
· 510k of renters pa"y more tha"n 300k of their
in'come for h"ousing costs;
I. I. I. I.
· Housing wage to afford a 2BR is $13..12 or
$27,000 annually;
· F(;>r example, in Iowa Ci,ty, retail s~lespeople"
ja~itor~, etc. -~re li.kely c<<;>st ~urden~d.
NATIONAL 'Meeting These ChaUenges
HOUSING
T R-U S T
I I I I I
. . . . .
. . Hous-ing afforda~ility. challe,nges must,be met by ,
.'combination innovation and res.ources;
· Preventing furthef affordable housing lass
(Preservation)
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· Inclusionary Zoning (work with private
developers to set aside certain # of units as
affordable.
I I I I I
. . . . .
· Co~m~nity L~nd Trusts ,(taki.ng lan~ ou~ of th-~
equatio'n).
· Having-political will to make this and more
happen.
Why Preserve?
. the supply of our most affordable apartment homes is decreasirl'g:
· The number of apartments that rent for $400 or less declined by 1.2
million betWeen 1993-2003.
· In Iowa, the #of apartment renting for less than $500/month,
decreased by 6,000 between 2003 and. 2005. .
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. New construction alone will not produce enough affordable housing:
· The housing we produce av~rages $900/0n~ bedroom.
· The housing we need, affordable to those who earn less than $17,500
costs about $450/0ne bedroom
. ~For "hotter mar~ets," the choice~. is to hang on to what we have o~r lose
existing affordable housing forever.
Discrepancy in Cost of New
Construction vs. Preservation
2
1
o 200 400 600 800 1000
Cost of each unit ($)
Preservation is Cost.
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Effective
NATIONAL
HOUSING
T R"U S T
$70,000
$60,000
$50,000
, $40,000
$30,000
$20,000
$10,000
$0
Estimated Tax.Credit Equity for
Rehabilitation vs. New Construction (2004)"
" $64,473,
$39,596
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"
Equity for Rehabilitation
, .
Equity for ~ew
Constructjon
. Rehabilitation
; ~
properties received
less than ':$40,000 in ':
'tax credit equity for
each apartment
. Eac.h newly
constructed
'apa~tment' rec~ived
almost $65,000 in
equ.ity
NHT Study on H"ousing Loss:
More than 2,500 affordable apa'rtme'nts lost from lowa"s
affordable housing inventory
. Studi~d the period, from 1995'-2~03
.. Studie~ los$ of hou~ing that wa~ supported ~y Section 8
". or subsidized through their HUD-insured mortgage
. Found that 300,000 subsidized apartments had been lost
nationwide-to the affordable housing-inventory over that
time frame
. The n"ation has lost more than 150/0 of its subsidized
~. housing in"-.entory dedicated to serving poor people since'
1995
_ Units
Remaining in
2003
Units Lost
Since 1995
Complete study can be found at www.nhtinc.org
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Iowa' Housing .Up for.
"Renewal"
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NATIONAL
HOUSING
TRUST
~" According to 'National 'Housing' Trust:
148 p"oroperties consisting of nearly 8,029 ':
HUD subsidize'd, affordable apartments '
~re subje9t to expir~tion of t~eir Secti9n 8
contracts between now and the end of
2011.0,
. ~f- . Special Report: Expiring Section 8 Contracts in Iowa
~g~ ~ ~:~ fP'.p"rtI.. a.. ,. .tad alph>b..cally by <Il)' 'nd P"'p"tt1 .'/lI'1
TRUST
Thi5 repoort includes
prope-rtles in Iowa
with cOlltrac:ts
exp Iring BEFORE th e
and of FV 2{)11,
PROJECT: FHA~: RidiJlY"'JO:i AparlmoolE., 2J)D 4th s~ ,,!J.;ron.lA:51 001,
OWlttr Info; Siou~ fel\:.I-bu<Jng C<<pcratOO. ro~ S Wnne~ AWJ, . S';oo:( Fa!!.. S{J 5] l04-492Q G05-332-01M FfIX: GOS:33Q-W:t5
Mgmt tllfo~ OakBa1 Reel Est&':a Managew..:rl: COIllpEflY, 505 5IJ'J St. Stlte 23:;, FI'3IY-:8S Bldg, S(.![( Ctj, IA 51101 712-25&-3655 F.:Ii:
S~r;.lhm tJf Ad rntet(t$r R~/o Urmifjd BII'Ji'tIt<::o III M1M? M1M Option PAE
toJo
Sa CMlr~r;t ~ fxP/r.tliM o.ill~ CCIi'lr.r.tct StHus Rmt Ctrttm'o.rv {J;-ogNlIlt M~jst(ldAms T01[l11 AM$
LI\OOOO01010 10!31t20~8 ~ 126.0% SlY.: S t.jG 36 36
PROJECT: FHA #.: BnnlDn PI3CB ~tlrtmsnlli.:5L'G 'BEflbJn AIl8 W, Abia, r,~ 52531, 13011-932-7a55-
~ Infa: 8.er~ Re.:e .'IpSf"lri\;!n~.lP, 520 Benton A...-e \'J, , AbL:i. fA S2S3Ili~l.fl32-7SS5 Fa:.::
Mgmt Info: Sm:rr ~Ef1Eg€CO,.n1. 203j' GJmj hie_ Sulte D. Ih'.:rsl D:.s Mores, IA. 502a~:!i 15-21.H15H FB.>:: 515-21A-{17e.1
Ser;t;on ,of Ad rnilJ"l11st Rate Un(J~jd Balance In 1f2~r? M21f (}puon
VoJli ~ Rstr
PrOl7r.1m
Sac B NC
PAE
IttAtI FirmlOO Aulhority
Ass.istt'd Ilpts Tolal Jlr:Jts
4B 413
sa CoolraGt:# Exllir:ation Dale ConfriN:t StiJtU5 Rent Gilt~DlV
FA0500CLB010 5!31i2005 A.cL\'iJ: 131.4%
PROJECT: FHA #.: ~llIIkp V~IEl-g(l. 1 SDII-i3f1iri 81, A~j(lll,. IA 5000&,
OwlNlf info:. Hlb);! V,j~ lo~., 15011faodlo S1. , t\u~ '^ 50006 515.8Sg.7161 rlb:: S.1~Sg,7n!l
lI'gmUnfo: Tholl1~ ~2Jl~rr1. Ini:~ 1 UU2 G'i!I'Jj A~, P ,0, BIl): 7-5, A~ri,lA :500U6.om 51S-B59,72'1S F~: m..B~,337S
Section of Ad Intltlllst Rate Un.JJ~d B~lam:e In IfUf? MlW (}Piion
toJo
58 Cootrad ~ Expiration Dille Confr.Kt st~Ws flent Calu1:rorv PrOfllilm
IA05ROO0D52 '1.1J112007 P.cWa: 11'3.0% 515J8 t.JC:
PROJECT: FHA;ij:W44~DJB Ea::t"lJod ApmlmEnls, 421) E 71l18~ Ames, IA 5-El01O, 515-233-4440
OWner Info:. ~~IIJ,~ ~Jt'eI'b LP, 1G5 S 1&.tl 81" i\t"1li!S,lA :50Uto.am 515.2n,~i40 F~: 51s'232.f62'1
Mgmt Into: HUfillfier Prapi!ltJ rl~~ro~l)l, Ihe., 105 S 1iS1t1 St., ~ r.." SOOtO.r0>9 515-zn.444ll rill: 515.2'5M52 ~
Section of Ad rnmlllSt Rate Unp~jd B~li1m;e In 1f2M? M21f (}pnon
236G~ 1 ~I Lm~E'f 1000me ~a 8.00 $377 ,580 t.Jo
58 Gootrad:# ExlJiration (]ate Contnrd St~tH5 Rent GatwDlV
1A65~mOO087 3f.l.1i2005 Acwe S9.7%
PilE
"'olJo AlI)it (.USA'
County Uamo: Pl;roculh
OWMrsf;!lp TypQ:
Com"I(I(cd M'lfA1 r"oriaJbr"i Below rJ.,fXr:tfl
#cmt, IJ 1 BR ~ 2BR U J 8R tMM U5+BR
D ~ 0 0 0 0
rAfJ/ro Ana {MSA}
COIJIIty II~me: 1h:Jrroa
Ownllrst:lip Typ6': Proftt r,~.Ai'lEll8d
ComfJletad M2rA?tnefiqibIIJ'? BelolN r...'l:arJlet?
'(
# Efffc. # 1 BR #.1 BR # 3 BR # 4 BR ~5ir SR
1) .'.8 0 0 0 0
'~atro AlBa {lfSllJ
Cmmty IIame= Hardin
OwnarsfJip Type: Uon-pf(J~t
Coml'Jlo!Jtod I1lfA? tneJijJibIfl'? Bermv.fAarket?
A..ss.i ste d A J]5
2{J
Total AJ]ts
20
PAE
# Hfir:. '# 1 BR '# 2' BR '# 3 BR #. 4 Bfl #-5+ BR
--
D 20J 0 0 0 0
Matro AIDa {.J.~S~'
COIJIIty Name: Story
OL\'nfJrst.lrp Type: Umood Dividend
ComJ)letad oWl''''? lnerr~ibI&? Below,fAarliet?
ProiIrlam
PrBSSrvi)1ion
A..ssis:t(ldA~ts
6D
Total.llJJt:s:
60
#I Em!';, '# 1 BR #.1 Bfl '# 3 BR #:.4 B~ #-5+ BR
{;I 16 32 12 0 0
April 2006
,..~t;.an.llJ H'w~in!J Tr.jl.$1
Th'e Good ':News: State Housing
Finance Agencies Answer the Call
. State housing agencies are increasingly dedicating resources
to preservation . . .
. State and local finance agencies employ.a variety of
strategies, including:
· Setting .aside low income housing tax credits
· Using private activity bonds and 40k credits.
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· Allocating state housing trust fund money
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· Providing predevelopment and bridge loans
· Allowin.g owners equity take-outs
· Providing tax incentives to owners who agree to maintain.
the housi ng as affordable
Complete working paper on State and Local Preservation Initiatives.available at www.nhtinc.org I
States are using gOh>> competitive
. I. I. I. I. I
tax credits for preservation
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Points for Preservation
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",
Non-numerical Preservation
Priority Established
As of April 200.7
Inc'reasing 'Trend in the Use of Low':
Income Housing Tax Credi'ts for
Preservation
50000
45000
40000
35000
30000
25000
".
20000
15000
10000
5000
". 0 ~
2000 2005
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. In 2000, approximately
20,000~.affordable apartments
were preserved using low
income housing tax credits
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. B,y 2005, the number of
affordable apartments that
were preserved using low
income housing tax credits
increased to more than
- -
50,000. apartments. .
State Set Asides
. Thre~ years ago, o.nly 4-5 state~ set aside or':prioritized L<;>w
Incom~ Housing Ta~ Cre.dits for preservation~
.". Today, according to info"rmation gathered by the Trust,
more than 40 states prioritize preservation through points
or a specific preservation set-aside in their competitive tax
credit program.
. 19 states set aside. at least 100/0.of their 90/0 tax credits for.
preserVation: " " "
~ South Dakota - 600/0 set-aside
~ Utah, Wisconsin - 40% set-aside
. .
~ Massachusetts- 35% set aside
~ Mi~higan - 30% set a~ide
~ Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina ~ 25% set aside
~ Indiana, Iowa, Montana, North Carolina- 20% set':aside
~ Pennsylvania - 17% set-aside
~ Texas, West Virginia - 15% set aside
~ Illinois, New York, North Dakota, Tennessee - 10% set aside
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Other .State and .Local Preservation
",
Initiatives
+ Fairfax County, Virginia has dedicated "one penny for housing"
from real estate tax levy to raise $18 million for affordable
. housing preservation fund in first ye~r. Want to pr~serve. 1,000
", affordable apartments by 2007.
+ Virginia and Washington State have developed nonprofit CDFls
. (approved by. U.S. Treasury) that fund pre(tevelopment or
provide bridge financing for preservation transactions
+ State and Local Housing Trust Funds used for preservation (e.g:~
. Arizona, District of Columbia, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, .
", Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Ohio, Oregon,
Rhode Island, Utah, Washington, Los Angeles, CA, Fairfax
County, VA)
. . . .
. . . .
+ Minnesota and Montgomery County, MD use state/local tax
revenue for preservation.
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+ . Iowa Finance .Authority provides loans to nonprofit-and for-profit.
", entities for preservation through its Multifamily Housing ,Loan
Program.
+. Setting aside.40k low income housing tax credits for
preservation: Maryland and New York
lowa'5 Approach
. The 2006 QAP continues to
include a 20% set aside for.
preserv~tion, adaptiv~ re-use
or conversion of existing
n)arket rate ho~sing to'
affordable housing.
. Over the last 3.. years almost.
Iowa pr~served 23 pr~perties
helping with 842 affordable
apartments usi'ng both '9% ~.
tax credits and 4% tax credits
vyith private ac.tivity bonds..
. Iowa Fin.ance Authority also
includes. "green" incentives
in their 2006 QAP, including~.
awarding points for specific
green building~ techniques..
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How Do"We Keep"Housing Affordable,. Over Tim,e?
. Inclusionary Zoning Concept: require developers to incorporate affordable units in
market projects
· Adds and distributes affordable units in wider areas of the community. The
following chart indicates how an inclusionary zoning program might work in a
typical 100 unit, market rate property.
15%
Afforda~eL .
Hous;n. .
85% Total,
Hous ing
.
Conceived of in the 1960s to counteract the exclusionary zoning practices of
some suburb$.
Relies on zoning laws to encourage or require developers to provide affordable
units in their new housing developments, usually in exchange for greater
flexibility in zoning regulations, or increases in density or other benefits.
Most i"nclusioriary zoning ordinances deal with'the creation of moderately priced
dwelling units:' not very low income housing such as "public housing".
Most ordinances help create new housing units affordable to workers like
teachers and nurses and clerical staff, households earning incomes which in the
Iowa City area would translate to'incomes of roughly $30,000 to $50,000 per
year.
.
.
.
Types of IZ Programs
. Tod~y some 4~O comm~nities hav:e one for~
~ of inclus~.onary' zo~.ing or an<?ther (Urb~n
land Institute). Of these 135 or so are
· 'mandatory programs" (David Rusk)
, , ,
. Programs tailored to ma-rkets
I. I. I.
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. Programs exist in suburbs, cities, etc.
. . . . .
. . . . .
. Programs can be "voluntary" or mandatory.
. "
. ..
.~. Program~ sold 'on notion' as ~ means fQr
meeting "workforce housing," not as "social
· justice.".
Most Well Kn"ow.n
.... ....
. Progr~ms
NATIONAL
HOUSING
TRUST
. . Montgomery C6,unty, Mary,land
. . .
· Moderately Priced Dwelling Unit Program
· In a Cou"nty with high median sales price for a home:
ov~r $470,000. ':
· 30 year old program ~.
· All projects greater than 35 units required to have
MPDUs."Ranges from 15-220/0 depending on density
bonus. May be for sale or r.ent.
I. I. I. I.
· Occupants must earn less than 650/0 of median
.
Income.
. .
. .
· Now "permanently affordable."
Who Benefits from
Inclusionary 'Zoning?
Obviously, young police officers, firefighters and
teachers · · ·
But we should also find ways to provide IZs for hospital
orderlies, janitors, nursing home aides, convenience'
store c'lerks. Nearly half of our working poor "($20,000 or
less/year), spend more than 500/0 of their income for
housing. · · ·
. 'According to Nat'l BureaLi of Econ. Research, number
of jobs paying,below the 20th percentile of wages is '
predicted to grow, making it even more difficult for lower
wage earners to afford decent housing.
. . . .
. . . .
. For IZs to reach 'further down' on income scale, may be I
necessary for more public':subsidy to be used, e.g., as in
. .Montgomery County, MD (infra)...
Q'I.~i~~'~1 . . .
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Burlington, VT
· Home to University of Vermont
· 100k.of all new homeownership units
targeted to less than 1000k of median.
I. I.
· Any buildin.g in a designated
waterfront district must include 250k
of units as affordable to those
earning less than 1000/0 of median.
· Affordable for 99 years.
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· Equity appreciation .for homeowner
limited to 250k as determined by
initial and sales appraisals.
· Housing Tr:ust Fund has r.ight to
purchase any of the units as soon as
they.:come on mar~et.
.. One penny .for every $100. property
tax used to.'help fund Housing Trust
Fund
.. Mandatory.ordinance:
· Over 120 units created so far.
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Madison, Wiscons.in
+- Every development meeting the
necessary qualifications will offer
housing at rents or sales prices
affordable to' people at 80016' or less
.... ....
of the Are'a Median Income (AMI),
adjusted for household size.
. .
. .
+ In return, the City offers a range of :
incentives to developers, from
greater, density to consideration
", for reduction"s in park fees,"to
special financial assistance or
variances in-parking requirements. ,
+ Appli~s to all multifa.mily or for
sale housing. >10 units. 150/0 set
", aside.
+ Adopted in 2004
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': Permanent Aff,ordability:
Community Land Trusts'
. "With the growth of population, land .grows in
~ ~ ~ ~ ~
. value, and the men who work it. must pay more for
" the privile'ge." Henry George
.. "land....they ain't making it anymore." Will
Rogers.
. I. I. I. I.
.., Community land Trust: Take land out of the
housing equation. Homeowner receive a 99 year
· lease to the lot on which their home is bunt.
Typically, homeowner receives 500k of
~, appreciation. Remainder goes to land Trust.
First Homes: Rochester, MN
. Public/private collaborative launched to alleviate severe
housing shortage in 30 mile radius of Rochester.
.~. Goal: 600 si'ngle family a'nd 275 rental:
. $14 million from Mayo Clinic, Rochester Area Foundation,
nonprofits,.corporations, etc.
. Minnesota Housing Finance Agency has provided technical
assistance. - - - -
... $14 million has leveraged an additional $114M
. Since 1999, more than 420 single family built and 225 below
market renfal units created/preserved. .
. Typic'al home in CL T in Rochester costs $40~000 less,
. making homes much more affordable.
NHT Community ':Development
Fund
.. Nonprofits looking to purchase.
affordable housing often need
. "early, money" for due diligence..
. NHTCDF is exclusively dedicated
· to providing predeve'lopment and
bridge financing to preserve and
~ revitalize ~ffordable ~partment ~
homes.
.. Our loans. have supp.orted the
private investment of more than
~. $370 million, helping ~.to preserve
more than 4,400 affordable
· apartments and homes.
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. NH~,T/Enterprise '
Preservation Corporation'
NATIONAL
HOUSING
TRUST
"Preserving Affordable Housing, Creating Community Assets"
. NHT and the Enterprise Foundation launched ",
venture almost three years ago
. .
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. Organization tf? buy and ho~d where no I~cal
nonprofit interest lies in preserving. Has-
preserved 3,000 units in Mid~Atlaritic, Midwest,:
South, and Southeast
. Staffed "by six underwriters and asset managers
employed by NHT
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. Often p~rtners with qther "fo'r profit" and'
nonprofit developers
Current Portfolio
PROPERTY NAME LOCATION # OF UNITS
Woodside Apartments Kissimmee, FL 208
RoyC!1 Oak Apartments Kannapoljs, NC 100
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Meridian Manor Washington, DC 34
Champions Gre'~n Houston, TX 192
Chelsea Court Apartments Houston, TX 760
Victoria Place Apartments Houston, tx 144
Kressington Place Spring, TX 136
Riverwalk Apartments Dallas, TX 176
Timberlodge Apartments Dallas, TX 216
Ashley Park Piano, TX 140
Belton Woods Apartments Anderson; SC 200
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Briarcliff Apartments Vienna, VA 30
Friendship Court Charlottesville, VA 150 .~
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51 st and King Drive Apartments Chicago, IL 96 ~.
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Hazel Hill Apartments Fredricksburg, VA 147
0' Keeffe Apartments Cbicago, IL 67
TOTAL 2,796
NHT/Enterprise also developed Parkway Apartments, 266 units in Washington, DC which it no longer holds
in its portfolio. Additionally, NHT/Enterprise owns 21% of a GP interest that owns 745 units in
Independence, Missouri. Although NHT/Enterprise's interest is primariiy non-economic, our.participation
was instrumental in this preservation transaction. Including these projects, NHT/Enterprise efforts over the
past three years have yielded the preservation of 3,593 units.'
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HOUSING
TRUST
The, Power of Partnerships
NtiT/Enterprise's E~perience.
Join..t
.Ventures
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.., NHT/Enterprise ass.umed that we would be
working with local partners all over U.S.
. . . .
. We had anticip.ated work.ing only with
~,nonprofit~. That ha~n't alway~ been th~ case.'
We've been surprised at the possibilities of
· joint ventures with -for profit companies.
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. . Our j<;>int ventu~es typical,ly have a .~haring of,
.'responsibilities. The key with.'this is to define
. tasks up front in d~tail.
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Non~Profit~.Joint Ventures
.~, Often local or regional
nonprofit wants a
" partner."
.. Part~ers~ips ~ith .
", nonprofits tend to ",
require NHT/Enterprise
" to underwrite and local
nonprofit either
~, manage~, or helps ~,
secure local support.
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Friendship Court
.. Charlottesville, VA
+ Here, local nonprofit, Piedmont
Housil'1g, was offered.
. opportu,nity to purcha$e last
.. available affordable hou$ing
property in rapidly gentrifying
Charlottesville, VA.
+ NHT/Enterprise took risk and
shared guarantees wI Piedmont.
+ ~. Preserved and improved
property.
+. Now local nonprofit shares ~n
fees.
+ Services on site include~after
~ school activit.ies, com puter ~
activities, job training and
Earned Income Tax Credit
· returns.
+ Proper1y fully occupi~d.
Meridian M,anor
Washington, DC
Background:
. Meridian reopened in. 2003, ending a. ten year struggle. In 1991,
residents sued the original owner for ,housing code violations and ,
illegal rent increases. The judge awarded the title of the property in
1995. NHT/Enterprise was asked to serve as co-general development
partner.
. Serves as an affordable home to 34 families with low and moderate
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incomes; affordability assured by Section 8 project.:.based
assistance. .
. Significant renovations were undertaken. The building originally had
44 units, ant{ was completel'y renovated to jnclude 34 larg~r units.
. Merid,ian was certifie~ as historic by the National P~rk Service.
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. Located in the Columbia
Heights section, a rapidly~.
improving & gentrifying
neighborhood.
. Averag~ Earned Inc~me
Tax Credit Return: $1,050.
. .
. A laundry facility,
~ommunity r90m and .
computer lab were added.
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- Meridian Manor continued
Preservation Plan
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· Archbishop Rivera y Damas Cooperative and NHT/Enterprise
formed a partnership in the form of a Limited Liability
. . .
Corporation
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· $2.75 million in renovations (complete gut renovations)
I. I. I. I.
· $2.4 million of Private Activity Bonds through DCHFA and
insured through HUD's Risk Share program. DCHFA also
.provided a predevelopment grant of $175,000
· Low Income Housing Tax Credits yielded an additional $1.15 ':
.million in equity
. .
· $750,00 in equity from the sale of Historic Tax Credits
· "'Gap funding of $400,000 through DC Department of Housing
and CO.mmunity Development
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'. Co-op received a FHLB grant which it in turn lent-to the
.property
· .Co-op has first right of refu.sal to purchase the property in 2018
Joint Ve'nture with Co-op
. .NHT/Enterprise joint ventured with tenant formed
cooperative
, . 'NHT/Enterprise responsible for coordination of .
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development activities; Cooperative approved all major
.decisions (s.cope of reh~b, selection.of management
company, rules and regulations, etc.)
. . .
. .We share in .tax credit guarantees
. Share in developer fees and cash flow based on a sliding
.scale formula
. Coope.rative overs~es third pal1:Y managem~nt company
. ~Cooperative:.has first right of refusal 'upon completion of
15 year tax credit compliance period
For More Information:
NATIONAL
HOUSING
TRUST
, , ,
Michael Bodaken, .'President
.National Housing Trust.
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. E-m~il: mbo.daken@~.htinc.'org~.
. Address: 11 o~ 30th St, ~W, Suit~ 400
~ashingt~n, DC 20,007
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. Phone: (202) 333-893~
. Web:
wwvv.nhtinc.o.rg
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MINUTES
IOWA CITY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
TUESDAY, May 22, 2007
LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM, CITY HALL
DRAFT
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Members Present:
Scott King, Sara Baird, Joy Kross, Beverly Witwer, Martha Lubaroff.
Staff Present:
Stefanie Bowers
Call to Order
Witwer called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.
Recommendations to Council (Become effective only after separate Council action): None.
Consideration of the Minutes of the March 27. 2007 meeting
MOTION: King moved to accept the minutes as submitted, and Baird seconded. The motion passed on a vote of 5-0.
City of Iowa City Proclamation
Bowers will prepare a proclamation and Baird will accept on behalf of the Commission at the July 10 City Council meeting. The
Proclamation will recognize the 30 year anniversary of Iowa City adding Sexual Orientation as a protected class.
Pride Festival
The Commission will make a contribution and try to make a commemorative pin to recognize the anniversary.
Respectful Communities
Lubaroff updated the Commission on planning meetings and stated an event would tentatively be held on June I 9~.
Film Series
Invisible Children will be shown later this summer assuming room availability.
ReDorts of Commissioners
Witwer spoke on a recent meeting held with the Center for Human Rights. Baird reported on the Hike to Help Refugees and on recent
legislation. King gave information about a new program being offered by the International Center. Kross reported on the success of
the Youth A wards.
Adiournment
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
Board or Commission: Human Rights
ATTENDANCE RECORD
YEAR 2007
(Meetin Date
TERM
NAME EXP. 1/23 2/27 3/27 4/24 5/22 6/26 7/24 8/28 9/25 10/23 11/27 12/25
Bev Witwer 1/1/08 X OlE X NM X
Sara Baird 1/1/08 X X X NM X
Scott King 1/1/08 OlE X X NM X
Martha 1/1/09 X OlE X NM X
Lubaroff
Kate Karacay 1/1/09 X X X NM OlE
Joy Kross 1/1/09 X X X NM X
Sherry Hunter 1/1/10 X X X NM OlE
KEY:
x = Present
o = Absent
OlE = AbsentlExcused
NM = No meeting
--- = Not a Member
NMNQ - No meeting, no quorum
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MINUTES
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
MAY 9, 2007
DRAFT
MEMBERS PRESENT: David Bourgeois, Craig Gustaveson, Margaret Loomer, Ryan
O'Leary, Matt Pacha, Phil Reisetter, John Watson, John Westefeld
MEMBERS ABSENT: Jerry Raaz
STAFF PRESENT: Terry Robinson, Terry Trueblood
GUESTS PRESENT: Hugh Barry, Beth Koppes, Jane Meyer, Kevin Monson, Harry
Ostrander, Tim Schroeder
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL:
Moved bv Gustaveson. seconded bv Westefeld. to officiallv endorse the current conceptual
plans for the proposed University of Iowa boathouse in Terrell Mill Park as presented bv
Neumann-Monson and University of Iowa staff. Approved 7 to 1 (Reisetter votinl! no) with
1 abstention (O'Learv).
OTHER FORMAL ACTION TAKEN:
Moved bv Bourl!eois. seconded bv WestefeId. to approve the April 20. 2007 minutes as
written. Unanimous.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION:
Beth Koppes was present to update the commission on the status of the Wetherby Park Splash
Pad proposal. The neighborhood has received $30,000 in CDBG funds as well as a $3,300 PIN
grant. She is asking if the Parks and Recreation Department would be willing to provide
additional funding to assist with this project, which has an estimated cost of $200,000. Matt
Pacha asked that this item be added to the June Park and Recreation Commission agenda.
PRESENTATION OF CURRENT PLANS FOR THE PROPOSED UNIVERSITY OF
lOW A BOATHOUSE IN TERRELL MILL PARK:
Hugh Barry, Jane Meyer and Harry Ostrander, representatives from the University of Iowa, and
Kevin Monson and Tim Schroeder, representatives from Neumann Monson, were at the meeting
to present updated conceptual plans for the boathouse in Terrell Mill Park. The plan showed a
two level building which included a boat storage area, a tank area for rowers to train, a club
office and public restrooms on the ground level. The second level included an exercise and
training room, locker rooms, a changing room with additional lockers, a trainers area, and a
meeting room with an adjacent roof-top terrace labeled as "public use areas." An area(s) for
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May 9, 2007
Page 2 of6
public use was a specific request of the Commission members at an earlier meeting. The
representatives from the University and Neumann Monson asked for comments/suggestions from
the Commission members. Barry reported that they are scheduled to meet with City staff next
week. He also reported that scheduling for the public areas will be handled through the
University Recreational Services office. The building accommodate 80-90 student athletes, plus
40 members of the Recreational Services club rowing team as well as youth and high school
rowing teams. O'Leary asked what restrictions there may be regarding high school students
using a university facility. Meyer stated that this area is kept separate from the University
Rowing Team area.
Trueblood noted that the University has also been in touch with the Iowa City Fire Department
regarding permanent placement of a fire department rescue boat at this facility. He noted such
discussions are still in progress.
O'Leary stated that he is very pleased with the addition of a public use area to the building and
asked how this area will be accessed. Schroeder noted that access will be through a north side
entrance.
Trueblood noted that the parking lot plans appear to be quite different than on the original
drawings. Schroeder noted that the new plan is felt to be less intrusive and it was deemed
necessary to have a turn-around for fire department access as well as maneuvering of boat
trailers. There are currently 30 parking spaces that exist at Terrell Mill Park. This plan will
nearly double that number. Trueblood noted that that it will be necessary to step up enforcement
of illegal parking in this area which has been an issue for years, especially with residents of
Mayflower. Ostrander asked Trueblood if special accommodations could be made for parking
during special events that may need even more parking. Trueblood stated that this could be
allowed for special events. O'Leary suggested asking Parkview Church staff if they would be
willing to help accommodate additional parking in these instances as well.
Trueblood asked Neumann Monson representatives if there had been any thought of a different
location for the restroom near the skate park. Schroeder noted that they had originally looked at
the northwest comer of the skate park, however, this did not provide a good land layout for the
placement of a ramp access to the restroom which is required to meet code. He also noted that it
had to be adjacent to the skate park in order to keep it above the flood plain.
Trueblood noted that the representatives here today are asking for the Commission's
endorsement to present plans to City Council on June 4, 2007.
Pacha asked what the tentative schedule is for this project if approved. Barry stated that it would
likely go to bid in December or January and it is anticipated that the project would take 9- I 2
months to complete so looking at approximately Spring of2009 for completion.
O'Leary stated that while the plans exceed his expectations he felt that due to the fact that this
was an original request of the Commission, and was not included in the first preliminary plans
presented to the Commission, he would like more confirmation that this will definitely be a part
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May 9, 2007
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of the plans for this building. Ostrander noted that the plans clearly state that there will be a
terrace and conference room available. The memorandum of understanding will state that the
indicated areas will be open for City use at no fee and public use at a minimal fee, and that there
are no plans of changing this. More discussion ensued regarding O'Leary's concerns.
There was also some discussion regarding restroom facilities to be placed at the Skate Park.
Neumann Monson is looking at using solar power as an energy source for this building.
Gustaveson indicated he likes this idea. Robinson noted that there will still be a need for power
outlets for back up/auxiliary power. There was some question as to whether lighting is needed in
the restroom after dark. Trueblood stated that in theory no, however, it should still be included.
The outlets will be locked or on a breaker that can be tumed off.
Moved bv Gustaveson, seconded bv WestefeId. to officiallv endorse the current conceptual
plans for the proposed University of Iowa boathouse in Terrell Mill Park as presented bv
Neumann-Monson and University of Iowa staff. Approved 7 to 1 (Reisetter votinl! no) with
1 abstention (O'Leary).
UPDATEillISCUSSION OF PROPOSED CELL PHONE TOWER POLICY:
Trueblood reviewed a draft cell phone tower policy with the Commission. He pointed out that
there is no stipulation in the policy that funds go to the appropriate department, but that each
proposal must be treated on a case by case basis. If the Commission wants revenue derived from
cell phone towers to go into a special park fund, they will have to indicate that in their
recommendation to the City Council. Westefeld asked how much money this may include.
Trueblood stated that current proposed tower could provide up to $24,000/year according to the
appraiser. Trueblood asked for comments from the Commission. Westefeld asked if $24,000 was
worth it. Trueblood originally felt that it was worth it, however, it appears that the plans for a
building keep getting larger and he now is not so sure. O'Leary stated his concerns about
aesthetics. Verizon or other companies would each have to present their proposals to the
Commission allowing their recommendation for approval or denial.
MASTER PLAN UPDATE:
Trueblood stated that things are moving in a timely fashion. Evaluations are currently taking
place. Interviews will hopefully be scheduled the week of May 28 or June 4.
CAPITAL PROJECTS UPDATE:
Riverside Festival Stage Restroom/Sidewalk: This project has been delayed somewhat due to
weather; however, contractors feel they will be done by the opening night of the Shakespeare
Festival, hopefully no later than June 11,2007.
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May 9, 2007
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Napoleon Park Concession Building: Preliminary design is completed; will be meeting with
Girls' Softball representatives soon to get their input. Should be under construction shortly after
the Girls' Softball season ends.
Sand Lake Recreation Area: Staff is in the process of cleaning the area at this time. Staff hopes
to have it open for fishing within the next month.
Soccer Park: The softball/youth baseball fields at the soccer park are now completed and being
used..
Recreation Center Window Proiect: Complete other than a few punch-list items.
Brookland Park: The shelter is up. The playground equipment will be in installed soon.
Waterworks Fishing Pier: Staff is still working on plans for this area. Plan to have this completed
this summer.
Mercer Park Baseball/Softball Lighting: Waiting for new information from Musco Lighting
before proceeding. Hoping to get the project completed before winter.
COMMISSION TIME/SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS:
As mentioned, Pacha requested that Beth Koppes and the Splash Pad funding request be added to
the June 2007 Parks and Recreation Commission agenda.
Loomer reminded Commission and Staff of the garlic mustard pull scheduled for Saturday, May
19, and encouraged their participation.
O'Leary is working with Kickers in coordinating an adult soccer league this fall. He thanked
staff for their cooperation in this endeavor.
Watson mentioned that he has been swimming at Mercer Park Aquatic Center on a regular basis
lately and is very impressed with the facility and the staff.
Gustaveson discussed the issue of more and more dogs present on the pedestrian mall as there
are more non-student dog owners moving into the downtown area. Although it is currently
against City ordinance to walk dogs on the pedestrian mall, it does take place on a regular basis.
He feels that this supports the recommendation to place more dog friendly areas in more of the
city parks. He also feels it may be necessary to add mutt mitt dispensers to the pedestrian mall
area, however, realizing this may give the message that it is okay to walk dogs in here; perhaps at
least make them available to businesses in the downtown area.
Reisetter attended the Bocce Season Opening event. He said it was a great event and that the new
lights are a great enhancement to the courts.
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May 9, 2007
Page 5 of 6
Westefeld noted that he had the opportunity to go to Peninsula Park recently and reported that
there is a tremendous amount of use of the disc golf course taking place.
Bourgeois updated commission on his golf pass proposal. The passes will be ready in June for
distribution. Trueblood and Bourgeois will work on this project as well as procedures for selling
the passes etc. It was the Commission's consensus that this is a great opportunity for the
community, while raising some money for the foundation.
Chairs Report:
No report
Directors Report:
Included in "Capital Projects Update" above.
Moved bv Reisetter. seconded bv WestefeId to adiourn the meetinl!: at 6:40 p.m.
Unanimous.
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
ATTENDANCE RECORD
YEAR 2007
TERM
NAME EXPIRES 1/10 2/7 3/14 4/10 5/9 6/13 7/11 8/8 9/12 10/10 11114 12/12
David
Bourl!:eois 11111 I X OlE OlE X X
Craig
Gustaveson 11111 I X OlE OlE OlE X
Margaret
Loomer 111/08 X X OlE OlE X
Ryan
O'Leary 111110 X X X X X
Matt
Pacha 111/09 X X X X X
Jerry
Raaz 111108 X X X X OlE
Phil
Reisetter 111109 OlE X X X X
John
Watson 11111 1 X OlE OlE X X
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Westefeld
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MINUTES
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
THURSDAY, MAY 17, 2007
LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM
PRELIMINARY
MEMBERS PRESENT: Esther Baker, Pam Michaud, Jim Ponto, Tim Toomey, Alicia Trimble, Tim Weitzel
MEMBERS ABSENT: Michael Brennan, John McCormally, Ginalie Swaim
STAFF PRESENT: Bob Miklo, Sunil Terdalkar
OTHERS PRESENT: Helen Burford, Rob Decker, Liz Finnegan, Mike Oliveira, Robert Warner
CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Weitzel called the meeting to order at 6:28 p.m.
PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANYTHING NOT ON THE AGENDA:
There was none.
CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS:
712 Ronalds Street.
Weitzel said that this is a consent item. He reminded Commission members that the intent of having a
consent item is to expedite an application that already appears to meet the guidelines and for which there
is a clear staff report. Weitzel said the point is not to avoid discussion; it is just that the item doesn't need
discussion, although Commission members may always ask that the item be reviewed in the regular way.
MOTION: Ponto moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for 712 Ronalds Street, subject
to the provisions in the staff report. Baker seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of
6-0.
109. S Johnson Street. Pam Michaud, the applicant, informed that she has revised her project and is
considering repairs to the porch floor and railing instead of replacement. As the revised project would
work qualify for a Certificate of No Material Effect, the application was removed from the meeting agenda
to be reviewed by the Chair and staff.
617 Ronalds Street. T erdalkar stated that this item was incorrectly listed as 830 Clark Street. He said that
this is a contributing property in the Brown Street Historic District.
Terdalkar said the proposal includes the replacement of windows that have been damaged by termites.
He said that most of the window frames need to be replaced, as do the sashes. Terdalkar said the
applicant has agreed that all existing wood windows will be replaced with new metal-clad solid wood
windows to match the overall appearance, and the windows will be trimmed with three and one-half inch
or four inch wide wood trim. He said there are changes in the size of two current bedroom windows; as
they need to be egress-sized windows, they will be slightly larger. Terdalkar said the current windows are
about 28 inches wide by 59 inches tall, and the new windows would be 31 inches wide by 61 inches tall.
He said the windows to be changed are the two bedroom windows on the second floor, along with
another bedroom window, to meet egress.
Oliveira, the owner of the house, said he originally wished to keep all the windows the same size.
Finnegan said that on the second floor, the windows are 56 inches high now and need to be 60 inches to
meet egress. She said they would leave the front fa9ade alone. Finnegan said that the width and height of
the two bedroom windows on the second floor both need to change to meet egress. She stated that on
the main floor, just the width needs to change. Finnegan said that on the second floor, just the side
windows would be changed.
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May 17, 2007
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Terdalkar said the original proposal was to change all the windows. He said he suggested that if there is a
need to meet egress requirements, that the windows be changed only in the locations where change is
needed.
Miklo said the Commission may want to specify that the bottoms of the windows to be changed line up
and that the increase in height be at the top of the windows. Toomey said that because the windows are
on the gables, it won't be as noticeable.
Oliveira said he would actually prefer to have all the windows to be the same size, but he needs the
change in width and height to meet egress requirements. Finnegan stated that right now, aside from the
height on the second floor, all the windows are the same width. She said she suggested to Oliveira that
he change all the windows, even though it is more expensive, to keep them all the same width. Finnegan
said that was acceptable to Oliveira.
Oliveira said that he plans to replace all of the windows on the house. Finnegan said the windows all have
to be reframed because of extensive termite damage. She said that on the second floor, the height on the
two bedroom windows has to be increased to meet egress. Finnegan said at that point she suggested
that all of the windows be changed to a consistent width, but she understands that part of historic
preservation is maintaining the historic fa((ade of the house. She said that she would maintain the original
width and height of the windows on the front.
Weitzel said that the width is really the issue here, not the height. He said if the owner wants to make the
width match, that should be okay. Finnegan said that they can make all the windows egress-width, on the
front and sides.
MOTION: Toomey moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for 617 Ronalds Street for the
window replacement widening application on all windows, as long as they are consistent with the
ones on the top so that the stacked windows have a uniform width, and the two upper windows on
the gable ends can be extended in height to meet egress.
Miklo stated that would mean that all the windows throughout the house could be widened, and the two
on the gable ends can be increased in height. Terdalkar said that there is no need for egress for the living
rooms in the front, and if there is there is one egress window in each bedroom, that is enough. He said
there is no need to provide egress on all bedroom windows.
Weitzel said the issue is whether or not the width and height of the windows should be allowed to change
on the front fa((ade. Miklo asked if it is the Commission's preference that all the other windows with the
exception of the two windows on each gable end stay the same width. That was the consensus of the
Commission.
MOTION: Michaud moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for 617 Ronalds Street for an
application for replacement windows to stay the same size as the current windows, except for the
stacked bedroom windows on the gables, which would be changed to egress proportions. Ponto
seconded the motion.
Terdalkar said that the Commission might want to include the height of the egress windows and where it
should change in the motion.
AMENDMENT TO THE MAIN MOTION: Toomey amended the main motion to include the stipulation
that all window changes leave the sill levels at the same spot. The consensus of the Commission
was to accept this amendment.
The amended motion carried on a vote of 6-0.
Terdalkar said that item number three in the memorandum refers to a closed window opening that
currently has an exhaust vent. He said the applicant proposes to close the opening, install siding on the
exterior, and install a new awning styie window and a new exhaust fan vent.
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May 17, 2007
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Terdalkar said that the corner window on the second fioor will also be closed, to be replaced with a
square awning window, not in the same location, but a couple of feet away. He said that will be for a new
bathroom.
Terdalkar showed a photograph of a door opening to be replaced. He said it is currently a board and
batten plank and will be replaced with a flush panel door of the same height.
Terdalkar said there will also be some siding removed. He said the applicant intends to install trim around
all the windows and wants to cut the siding down to fit in new wood trim or fiber cement board 3 JI, inch or
4-inch trim. Terdalkar said the owner plans to replace the same siding back. He said that if the siding gets
damaged in the process and can't be installed back, the applicant will have to come back before the
Commission for approval for new siding. Terdalkar said the owner plans to replace the existing aluminum
siding in the back. Miklo said that apparently the original wood clapboard siding was removed before the
wood was installed, so there is nothing lettto restore.
Finnegan referred to the window on the back of the house on the second floor. She said that if the City
would require the window to meet egress, the owner would also need to change the width and height of
the window. Finnegan said that the room there now has a closet, and it is her belief that if the room has a
closet, it is considered to be a potential sleeping room and must meet egress.
Terdalkar stated that this property is in the RS-8 zone, which allows a maximum of three unrelated
persons or a family. He said that if the property is rented, the owner would have to make an agreement
with the building official that this room would not be converted into an official bedroom.
Weitzel said that if this is occupied as a single-family home, the room could be used as a bedroom. He
said the Commission could stipulate that if required, the owner would be allowed to have an egress
window here the same height as the other two egress windows. Weitzel added that the small window
under the chimney will be moved and become an awning window, the window that is now filled and has a
vent in it will be changed to a window with a vent in it, and there will be some siding and some trim to be
applied. He added that the siding replacement will basically be repair of the aluminum, which is allowed.
Michaud said that the proposed windows would have a brilliant white sash color. Weitzel said the
Commission does not regulate the storm windows but would prefer that they be black or at least a dark
color. Miklo agreed that white would be the least historically appropriate color.
MOTION: Ponto moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for the application for 617
Ronalds Street for the replacement of a closed window opening on the west fal;ade (first floor)
with a small bathroom window that is square or vertical in proportions and installation of an
exhaust fan vent; to close an existing double-hung window on the west fal;ade (second floor) and
install a new small bathroom window that is square or vertical in proportions as described in the
staff memorandum; if required to meet egress, the second floor window on the south elevation is
allowed to be enlarged the same as the egress windows approved in the previous motion; and for
the installation of a fiberglass flush panel door as described in the staff memorandum. Toomey
seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 6-0.
813 Ronalds Street.
Terdalkar said that this is a contributing structure in the Brown street Historic District and is a key-
contributing property. He stated that the proposal is to build a garage to face the alley at the back of the
house. Terdalkar said the footprint of the proposed garage would be 24 feet by 26 feet. He said there
would be a front gable of an 8:12 pitch, and there would be a two-car garage door.
Terdalkar said he had suggestions for the applicant, who agreed to the 8:12 pitch and to use trim around
the openings to match what would be on the original house. He said the trim would be 3 JI,-inch to 4-inch
wide trim to complement the house.
Terdalkar said he discussed a reduction in the width with the applicant. He stated that the applicant said
that the door location is not necessary for the turning radius, but there would need to be a two-car garage
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May 17, 2007
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door in order to make the turn. Terdalkar added that the reason for the off-center location of the garage
door was for some storage space on the side. He said that he suggested another alternative in that if the
owner needs more storage, he could reduce the width to 22 feet but increase the length to get the desired
storage space.
Miklo asked Decker, the applicant, if he would mind making the garage longer versus the proposed width.
Decker replied that he would mind making it longer but would not mind centering the door. He said the
reason he offset the door was to get more storage on the side without windows.
Baker asked about the issue of a foundation for the garage. Decker said that he wanted a five-foot floor
with bigger and thicker edges. He said that none of that would be seen. Regarding the pitch of the roof,
Decker said that he originally had a 5:12 pitch, but after talking with Terdalkar, agreed to go with 8:12.
Decker said that he wants the garage to look like the house but doesn't want it to be overly big.
MOTION: Baker moved to approve a certificate of appropriateness for the application for 813
Ronalds Street, with the stipiulations of an 8:12 pitch to the garage roof and centering of the
garage door. Trimble seconded the motion. The motion carried on a vote of 6-0.
Miklo said that the Commission has considered a lot of window replacements, and the issue of color is
very important. He said that most of the windows the Commission has approved have been wood sash,
metal clad, and those are pre-finished, making it unlikely that they will be painted any time soon. Miklo
suggested the Commission consider amending its guidelines so that if a non-wood window is approved, it
be finished in a dark color, preferably black. He said that the window sash is such an important part of the
structure, the Commission may want to consider this change. Weitzel asked Terdalkar to put it on the
Commission's next agenda.
Miklo said that an amendment for the window color would probably take some time, as it would have to
go through the City Council. He said he thought it would be a reasonable condition, if replacing wood
sash with metal, to approve it subject to using a dark color, because the Commission would be allowing
the metal material.
Weitzel said that the application for 109 South Johnson Street was eligible for a certificate of no material
effect.
MINUTES FOR APRIL 12. 2007.
Weitzel stated that on page six, in the tenth full paragraph, the word "Carlson" should be changed to
"Chestnut." He said that on page seven, in the second paragraph, the word "match" should be amended
to "mask." Weitzel said that on page seven, in the eighth paragraph, where it says, "Terdalkar said that
because this is not visible from the street... ," he believes it should refer to the lower portion of the
window. Weitzel said that he also had non-substantive typographical corrections to submit.
MOTION: Ponto moved to approve the April 12, 2007 minutes, as amended. Baker seconded the motion.
The motion carried on a vote of 6-0.
Weitzel said the Commission would be discussing the Preservation Plan at the next one or two meetings.
Miklo said that Marlys Svendsen would be in town the week of June 111h in order to discuss the
Preservation Plan. He said that staff would like the Commission to have a fairly high comfort level with the
plan before it is released to the public.
Terdalkar said he would send an e-mail to Commission members about a potential May 31'1 meeting for
the Commission to discuss the Preservation Plan and collect comments to forward to Svendsen. Miklo
said that there could then potentially be a public hearing on the plan the week of June 111h
Weitzel said the Commission would be discussing changes to the by-laws and guidelines in the near
future.
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Page 5
Terdalkar said that the parade of historic homes would be held Sunday, May 20th. from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m.
and would encompass three houses: 120 Washington Park Road, 645 South Governor, and 315
Goltview.
ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 7:14 p.m.
Minutes submitted by Anne Schulte
PCDfmins/hpclS.17 -07 .doc
Historic Preservation Commission
Attendance Record
2007
Term
Name Expires 2/08 3/08 4112 5/17
Baker 3/29109 X OlE X X
Brennan 3/29/08 X X X OlE
Carlson 3/29/07 X X ---- ----
Gunn 3/29/07 X OlE ---- ----
McCormally 3/29/08 OlE OlE X OlE
Michaud 3/29/09 X X OlE X
Ponto 3/29/07 X X X X
Swaim 3/29/09 X X X OlE
Trimble 3/29/10 ---- ---- X X
Toomey 3/29/09 X X X X
Weitzel 3/29/08 X OlE X X
Key:
X ~ Present
o = Absent
OlE ~ Absent/Excused
NM ~ No Meeting
~ Not a Member
CALL TO ORDER:
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
STAFF ABSENT:
OTHERS PRESENT:
DRAFT
POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD
MINUTES - May 7, 2007
05-31-07
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Chair Michael Larson called the meeting to order at 5:32 p.m.
Candy Barnhill, Elizabeth Engel, Loren Horton
Greg Roth
Staff Kellie Tuttle, Legal Counsel CaIherine Pugh
None
Captain Tom Widmer of the ICPD; and public, Nick Petersen
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
(1) Accept PCRB Report on Complaint #06-06.
CONSENT
CALENDAR
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
Motion by Horton and seconded by Engel to adopt the consent calendar as
presented or amended.
. Minutes of the meeting on 04/10/07
. ICPD General Order 99-03 (Prisoner Transport)
. ICPD General Order 99-04 (Canine Operations)
. ICPD General Order 99-05 (Use of Force)
. ICPD Department Memo 07-23 (January-February Use of Force Review)
Motion carried, 4/0, Roth absent.
Barnhill had an amendment to the April 10lh minutes. Barnhill also asked Captain
Widmer for clarification on General Order 99-03 (Prisoner Transport) regarding the
definition of "Prisoner" and/or if it was meant to be the same as "Arrestee". Barnhill
also asked how often the ICPD transported "Prisoners" or if the majority of the
transports were "Arrestees". Widmer stated that the majority of their transports
would be "Arrestees" going to the Johnson County Jail and that "Arrestees" are
covered under "Prisoners" for this General Order.
Barnhill asked the status of the change in the City Code recommended by the Board.
Tuttle informed her that it had been passed by the City Council at the May 151
meeting.
Use of Force Reports - The Board wanted clarification as to when a Use of Force
gets put on the monthly report that is received from the ICPD or if all Use of Force
get put on the report. Widmer explained that if a Use of Force report is filled out by
an officer, it will be added to the monthly report that goes to the Board. The Board
asked Widmer to check into a Use of Force that did not show up on a monthly report.
Widmer speculated that it may have inadvertently been left off. The information is
compiled manually, but that there are cross-checks and it should not have been left
off.
PCRB
May 7,2007
Page 2
PUBLIC
DISCUSSION
BOARD
INFORMATION
STAFF
INFORMATION
EXECUTIVE
SESSION
REGULAR
SESSION
None.
Horton notified the Board that he had an inIerview with Nick Petersen, a UI
Journalism Student. Engel also stated that she had interviewed with him.
None.
Motion by Barnhill and seconded by Horton to adjourn into Executive Session based
on Section 21.5(1 )(a) of the Code of Iowa to review or discuss records which are
required or authorized by state or federal law to be kept confidential or to be kept
confidential as a condition for that governrnent body's possession or continued
receipt of federal funds, and 22.7(11) personal information in confidential personnel
records of public bodies including but not limited to cities, boards of supervisors and
school districts, and 22-7(5) police officer investigative reports, except where
disclosure is authorized elsewhere in the Code; and 22.7(18) Communications not
required by law, rule or procedure that are made to a government body or to any of
its ernployees by identified persons outside of government, to the extent that the
government body receiving those communications from such persons outside of
government could reasonably believe that those persons would be discouraged from
making them to that government body if they were available for general public
examination.
Motion carried, 4/0, Roth absent. Open session adjourned at 5:42 P.M.
Returned to open session at 6:07 P.M.
Motion by Engel, seconded by Barnhill to forward the Public Report as amended for
PCRB Complaint #06-06 to City Council.
Motion carried, 4/0, Roth absent.
MEETING SCHEDULE
. June 12, 2007, 5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room (CANCELLED)
. July 10, 2007, 5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room
. August 14, 2007, 5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room
. September 11,2007,5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Barnhill, seconded by Horton to cancel the June meeting due to the lack of
Board business.
Motion carried, 4/0, Roth absent.
Motion for adjournment by Horton and seconded by Barnhill.
Motion carried, 4/0, Roth absent. Meeting adjourned at 6:09 P.M.
x = Present
o = Absent
OlE = Absent/Excused
NM = No meeting
--- = Not a Member
KEY:
vneeunl! valel
TERM 1/9 1/16 2/13 2/22 3/13 3/29 4/10 5/7
NAME EXP.
Candy 9/1/07 X X NM OlE X X OlE X
Barnhill
Elizabeth 9/1108 X X NM X OlE X X X
Engel
Loren 9/1108 X X NM X X X X X
Horton
Greg Roth 9/1/09 X OlE NM X X 0 X 0
Michael 9/1109 X OlE NM X X OlE X X
Larson
POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD
ATTENDANCE RECORD
YEAR 2007
POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD
A Board of the City of Iowa City
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, IA 52240-1826
(319) 356-5041
May 7, 2007
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Stephen Atkins, City Manager
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Re: Investigation of PCRB Complaint #06-06
This is the Report of the Police Citizens Review Board's (the "Board") review of the
investigation of Complaint PCRB #06-06 (the "Complaint").
BOARD'S RESPONSIBILITY
Under the City Code of the City of Iowa City, Section 8-8-7B (2), the Board's job is to
review the Police Chiefs Report ("Report") of his investigation of a complaint. The City
Code requires the Board to apply a "reasonable basis" standard of review to the Report
and to "give deference" to the Report "because of the Police Chiefs professional
expertise", Section 8-8-7 B (2). While the City Code directs the Board to make "Findings
of Fact", it also requires that the Board recommend that the Police Chief reverse or
modify his findings only if these findings are "unsupported by substantial evidence', are
"unreasonable, arbitrary or capricious" or are "contrary to a Police Department policy or
practice, or any Federal, State or local law", Section 8-8-7 B (2) a, b, c.
BOARD'S PROCEDURE
The Complaint was received at the Office of the City Clerk on 12-14-06. As required by
Section 8-8-s (B) of the City Code, the Complaint was referred to the Chief of Police for
investigation.
The Chiefs Report was due on 03-14-07, and was filed with the City Clerk on 03-13-07.
The Board met to consider the Chiefs Report on 04-10-07 and OS-07 -07. The Board
voted to review the Chiefs Report in accordance with section 8-8-7, B (1) (a), "on the
record with no additional investigation."
FINDINGS OF FACT
A charge of excessive use of force by an ICPD officer at the complainant's residence
on 10-23-06 led the Complainant to file a complaint to the ICPD. The complaint was
assigned to Internal Affairs, who investigated and exonerated the officer's actions. The
Board reviewed that report, including the Complainant's and the Officer's accounts of
the incident. The Board did not receive a complaint regarding use of excessive force.
On 10-24-06, officers were granted a warrant for the search of the complainant's
residence. The search was conducted on 10-25-06. In the complaint to the Board on
12-14-06, the Complainant alleged the search was done in retaliation of filing the
complaint to the ICPD regarding an officer's behavior, and that in the process of the
search, the investigators "trashed" the residence.
CONCLUSIONS
After reviewing the Complaint and the Chiefs report, the Board concluded the
allegations were not substantiated. The search warrant was file stamped at 1 :56 P.M.
on 10-24-06, and was part of an on-going investigation. The complaint against the
officer's actions was not received until 2:10 P.M. on 10-24-06. Because the search
warrant was filed before the subject's complaint, the search warrant could not have
possibly been issued in retaliation of the complaint against an ICPD officer.
Photos taken of the interior of the residence showed the apartment to be in disarray
prior to the search by the police.
Allegation #1 - Retaliation - NOT SUSTAINED
Allegation #2 - Destruction of Property - NOT SUSTAINED
COMMENTS
None.
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