HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977-03-15 Info PacketWINTER GUIDE to
HICKORY HILL NATURE TRAIL
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Welcome to Hickory Hill Nature Trail
Wintertime brings short days and low temperatures,
keeping many people indoors. For those who enjoy
the brisk air of a winter's walk, however, there
is much to be discovered beneath the 'seeming
quietness of the season. The contours of .the.
land, for example, relating its geologic past,
are more readily observed at this time. The
dormancy and hibernation mechanisms in plants and
animals, geared to help the organism avoid winter's
stressful environmental conditions, can also be
appreciated more fully.
Trail markers and numbered posts which
correspond to the following narrative will guide
you on your winter hike through Hickory Hill.
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silhouette of Shagbark Hickory
Carya ovata
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POST 111
From here, one can see ahead the winter shapes
of the two types of trees which predominate on the
park's rolling, wooded hillsides--white,oak and
shagbark hickory. As with other deciduous. plants
(those which lose their leaves in winter), and to
a lesser extent evergreen plants, 'oaks and hiickories a
over -winter in a relatively inactive state. The
chemical processes responsible for the activity,''
nourishment, and growth of the trees and shrubs
are slowed, conserving the energy they have stored
and held in reserve from their spring and summer
growing season.
Even at this distance, one can distinguish
the oaks from the hickories by their winter
silhouettes. This is a useful way to identify'
many trees in winter, and white oaks are particu-
larly well adapted to the method. Trees which
grow closely together in a forest, such as these,
don't gain the width which they would in the open
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silhouette of White Oak
Quercus alba
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but try, nonetheless, to match the 'silhouettes on
the facing page with those you see on the hillside.
Willows, like. those in the ravine on your
right, also have distinctive winter shapes. Their
twigs are long and slender and often have a
yellow or green hue.
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POST 02
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fruits which remain on certain trees and shrubs
through the winter (e.g. rose hips and hawthorne
berries). Others, usually the birds with small,
pointed beaks, eat the seeds of weeds like thistles
or golden rod. Luckily for all these animals,
Vhite-tail Deer track there are few competitors in their winter feeding
grounds.
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In this open area beneath the oaks and
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hickories, one might see in the snow the tracks
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of cottontail rabbits, gray or fox squirrels, or
a variety of birds. These are some of the few
animals which remain active during the winter
season.
The food sources of the animals are neces-
sarily unique to each type because of the seasonal
front and back
squirrel tracks
food shortage. Squirrels feed mainly on nuts
they have gathered during autumn. Cottontails
feat twigs and the bark of young trees. Birds
vary in their eating habits. Some choose the
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fruits which remain on certain trees and shrubs
through the winter (e.g. rose hips and hawthorne
berries). Others, usually the birds with small,
pointed beaks, eat the seeds of weeds like thistles
or golden rod. Luckily for all these animals,
Vhite-tail Deer track there are few competitors in their winter feeding
grounds.
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rabbit track
bird tracks
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The woodchucks and ground squirrels, for
instance, are in deep hibernation now in their
burrows. The temperature of their bodies has
changed to the point where it hovers near the
temperature of the winter air around them.
Skunks, raccoons, and badgers, on the other
hand, appear to be hibernating, but are actually
in a kind of deep sleep. They are inactive enough j
to be saving the energy accumulated'over 'the
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summer and fall, yet alert enough to be able to
escape dangers like late winter flooding in their
burrows. ,They may also awaken occasionallyto eat
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some of the food stored near them in their winter
nest.
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Staghorn Sumac berries
Rhus typhina
POST 03
If you look at the tops of the trees in the
forest ahead of you, you'll be able to see large,
dark clumps of leaves, twigs, and other debris in
I some of the trees' high crotches. These are the
nests of Hickory HIll's squirrels, which are much
f easier to see in the winter when the trees have 1,
lost their leaves. Fox squirrels (the larger :I
ones, reddish in coloring) and gray squirrels (the
predominate of the two types) inhabit these large
nests. In your tree -top study, you may be for-
tunate enough to locate a similar, but smaller,
more compact nest. This may be the home of the {
small, nocturnal (active by night) flying squirrel;
an occasional inhabitant of Hickory Hill. The
nests of hawks or owls may also be found high in
the tree tops in the deepest parts of the forest. e
As you turn up the path into the woods, take
note of the plants whose fruit still remains for
wintertime feeding. At the base of the path near
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Honey Locust twig
Gleditsia triacanthos
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POST #4
The trail turns to the right here and heads
downhill into an old meadow which is slowly
becoming reforested. The trees one will see most
often are hawthornes and honey locusts, typically
some of the first to reappear when the land is no
longer grazed or cultivated. Despite the fact'
that the twigs of these two trees have similarities,
one should be able to distinguish them in winter.
From a distance, the hawthorne has a much more
dense appearance, while at a shorter distance the
angular joints of the honey locusts's smaller
branches are apparent.
The hawthorne's thorniness and its habit of
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branching close to the ground make it good protec
tive cover for small animals who can run under it
to escape from the pursuit of larger, preying
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animals. The cottontail rabbit, when pursued,
adopts a zig-zag path to avoid its predators like
the hawk. Here, in the relatively open spaces,
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.the most recent part of Hickor% i•:il"; c,•oingi,
history. Th, part of i t .. h , h
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The past considerable stretch of the trail
has followed along the flat -lying area adjoining
Ralston Creek, which lies to the right of the trail.
Here in the lowland of the creek's flood plain,.
with the rolling hills typical of southern Iowa
outlining the horizon, one can visualize at least
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the most recent part of Hickory 'Hill's geologic
history. The part of its history, however, which
with few exceptions remains hidden beneath these
land forms must first be understood.
Three hundred million years ago, a warm
shallow sea covered most or all of Iowa. In our
area, when it receded it left accumulated sedi-
ments and the remains of animal life the sea had
supported. These, in time, hardened into the
fossil -ridden limestone which comprises the bed
rock, or buried landscape, in the Iowa City area.
Since then, from 2 million years ago up until
around 600,000 year ago, this portion of Iowa has
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ground level
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twice experienced the opposite extreme in climatic
loess: yellowish brown, silty
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conditions --glaciers. These two glaciers, named
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the Nebraskan and the Kansan, advanced over the
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entire state and, when they melted and receded,
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glacial till: mixture of different-
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sized part#cles including igneous !
left a deposit of rocks, pebbles, sand and clay,
material, rocks, pebbles; sand 'and
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clay from north of Iowa City
which had been gathered from the north, scattered
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over the landscape. These deposits were then .
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801,
covered by a thick layer of material which was
bedrock: Cedar Valley limestone,
Coralville member; a fine-grained
blown over Iowa from the plains in the west. This
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limestone
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material, called loess (luhss), together with the
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glacial deposits forms the parent material for Iowa's
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rich agricultural soils.
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Currently, these layers of relatively easily
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bedrock: Cedar Valley limestone,
Rapid
erodable materials (as compared to the bedrock
and Solon members; a limestone
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layer imbedded with many fossils
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beneath) are undergoing geologic change. The geo-•
from coral sea period
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logic agents of this period are the rivers and
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streams. Slowly, they are draining off these finer
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materials, sifting them, and depositing them else -
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top of Wapsipinicon dolomite layer
where, all the while cutting new or deeper channels
Soil sample taken when drilling a well near
down through the loess, glacial deposits and, at
north end of Hickory Hill Park at home of
James Sitka, 1936.. Courtesy of Town
times, the very bedrock of Iowa land.
Geological Survey.
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POST #6
Along this ravine, one will see a new set of
plants to identify. They are those which are
particularly suited to the moist soil conditions
of a creek's flood plain. Look especially for the
river birch, with its distinctive, peeling, orange
colored bark, and the red -twig dogwood, whose •
brightly colored branches stand out amidst the
gray and white of winter.
With quiet attention, one should be able to _..
see a small winter bird in this area, the junco,
whose gray and white coloring protectively blends
in with the landscape. Juncos are a very common
snowbird, feeding mainly on dormant weed seeds and,
insects. Slack -capped chickadees, blue jays, and •,
cardinals -are also likely to be seen here.
On partly cloudy days of sub -zero temperatures,
another uniquely wintertime phenomenon might be
witnessed. In morning or evening, the ice crystals
in clouds floating at lower levels are struck by
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the rays of the rising or setting sun and act as
a prism. The result, a partial halo usually of
orange and/or yellow around or near the sun, is
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known as a mock sun, or sun dog.
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As you descend the hill to return to the park .
entrance, try to review the identification of the
oaks and hickories by their winter silhouettes.
To cross—check your conclusions, you can use the
twig illustrations on the facing page.
Also, look for the subtle shapes and colors •
of winter --in unusual twigs, withered berries, and
ornately twisted vines, to name only a few --which
give the season a beauty all its own.
Appreciation of winter, however, lies not only
in the recognition of its strange beauty,, but also
in the understanding of its role in the world of
plants and animals. Here, the short days of winter,
the only permanent indicator of the season, intera�'".F;
with temperature, moisture, and nutrition to result
in hibernation for many animals and dormancy for
most of this region's plants.
In the case of animals, this hibernation
enables many of them to live in a more northerly
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climate than they would otherwise be able to
tolerate.
For plants, on the other hand, short day length
inhibits premature bud opening and flowering even
when warm temperatures encourage it. The winter
resting period of a particular plant species or,
its.seeds must end naturally, in response to length • ,
ened days, before the plant is ready to respond to
the warmth of spring. Hence, the shortened days
and low temperatures of winter have their place
in the natural world.
Come back to hike again in Hickory Hill when
this world re -awakens to irresistable springtime'.
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climate than they would otherwise be able to
tolerate.
For plants, on the other hand, short day length
inhibits premature bud opening and flowering even
when warm temperatures encourage it. The winter
resting period of a particular plant species or,
its.seeds must end naturally, in response to length • ,
ened days, before the plant is ready to respond to
the warmth of spring. Hence, the shortened days
and low temperatures of winter have their place
in the natural world.
Come back to hike again in Hickory Hill when
this world re -awakens to irresistable springtime'.
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0 City of Iowa Ci*
MEMORANDUM
DATE: Kirch 7, 1977
TO: City Council
FROM: City Winger w
RE: Senior Citizen Center and Iowa City -Johnson County Arts Council
Enclosed is a proposal prepared by the Iowa City -Johnson County Arts Council
in cooperation with the Council on Aging which could provide for Art Council
services in conjunction with a senior citizens center in the post office. This
proposal was prepared by a committee comprised of Jim Seeks, Mary Rock, Susan
Messer, Mary Jane McLaughlin, Dlarilyn Levin and Connie Tiffany.
Although a senior citizens center, such as envisioned in the report, currently
does not exist, the Arts Council will start this month providing various programs
at the Close Mansion.
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0 City of Iowa Ci*
MEMORANDUM
DATE: Kirch 7, 1977
TO: City Council
FROM: City Winger w
RE: Senior Citizen Center and Iowa City -Johnson County Arts Council
Enclosed is a proposal prepared by the Iowa City -Johnson County Arts Council
in cooperation with the Council on Aging which could provide for Art Council
services in conjunction with a senior citizens center in the post office. This
proposal was prepared by a committee comprised of Jim Seeks, Mary Rock, Susan
Messer, Mary Jane McLaughlin, Dlarilyn Levin and Connie Tiffany.
Although a senior citizens center, such as envisioned in the report, currently
does not exist, the Arts Council will start this month providing various programs
at the Close Mansion.
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THE ACTS AND TUE AGING: A POSITIVE OUTLOOK
The Iowa City -Johnson County Arts Council has been asked by the
City Manager to propose ways in which it might effectively contribute to the
lives of senior citizens if the Arts Council were allotted space in the Old
Post Office Senior Citizens Center. This position paper, based on experiences
of others, indicates an alliance of the two groups could be mutually stimulating
so long as the Arts Council maintains awareness that the Post Office is first
and foremost a Senior Citizens Center. This means initially that programs
which are offered must be sensitive always to the desires and needs of those
who frequent the center. This means that quiet space for sitting, for reading,
and for listening to music should never be usurped by organized activity.
Once the parameters for co -existence are understood, however, there are an
infinite number of activities which could be enormously beneficial to the two
groups.
In the first place, the aesthetic atmosphere of the Center could
be enhanced by the use of wall space for revolving art exhibits by community
artists. (This term does not exclude senior citizens.) Exhibit space is
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badly needed in this area as evidenced by research recently completed under the
auspices of the National Endowment for the Arts "City Spirits Grant" made to
the city in October of 1975. Conversely, there trill be many bare walls in the
Post Office building and presumably budgets for purchased art will be limited.
Presumably, too, there will be appropriate spaces for sculptured works.
Second, the close proximity of the Arts Council and elderly persons
would allow for easy access to information about cultural events in the city.
Further, it would encourage the relaxed development of the most appropriate
activities in an atmosphere free of exploitation or forced involverent. An
individual, for instance, may simply want to watch an artist at work. Others
may desire a more formally organized activity. Both are possible if the arts
and the elderly are together in the same building. The Arts Council has
available to it a comprehensive listing of arts resources in the Johnson County
area, also the result of research conducted under the City Spirits grant.
This would make possible the booking of theatrical, musical, dance, mine, read-
ing and other performance groups which could provide a wealth of entertainr..ent
activities for the center.
But perhaps more importantly, the Arts Council could provide leaders
who would offer arts participation activities --classes in appropriate dance
movement could provide much needed exercise;�classes in drawing, in pottery
making, in acting, in crafts of many kinds and in writing. It is perhaps
unnecessary to emphasize the important role a poetry class taught by a young
poet in Iowa City over the past year has played in the lives of a shall croup
of older citizens. There should be many such programs, offered on an informal
basis in comfortable, familiar and permanent surroundings durine daytime hours.
Theatre activities have become increasingly recognized for the
creative dimensions they offer to persons who perhaps have never before been
performers. Experiences of the Free Street Too in Chicago (see attched pro^,ram)
and the Elders Reperatory Acting Company in Lexington, Kentuckv (to name only
tow) have demonstrated the success with which older persons have developed
materials and talents based on personal experiences, into exciting, viable
not be compared with a large city, it is
performances. While Iowa City should
nonetheless privileged to have rich resources in theatrical talent which could
help to mold an interested group into a performing team. Aside from the more
obvious rewards of participation in such a group, there is the additional
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potential for perforrances for older people and others 14110 are institutional-
ized, as well as for a variety of other audiences including children of all
ages. The performances can then be followed by informal contact between the
performers and their audiences, thereby providing a natural -live and take
between groups who may have had little opportunity to communicate previously.
It would be presumptious, however, for the Arts Council to think
of itself solely as a provider of services and learning opportunities. The
capacity of the senior members of the Center to teach, particularly the young,
should not be ignored.. With the Arts Council as catalyct, older citizens and
youngsters can be brought together for living history sessions, where for-
gotten crafts and skills can be taught, and past experiences can be shared.
Other communities have begun to develop cooperative programs between their
public schools and senior citizens. This would be possible here.. The Arts
Council has persons representing the Public Library, the public school system,
the Parks and Recreation Department and the elderly on its Board. strong
communication lines with these agencies have been established which would
allow -for a wide variety of cooperative programming and funding activities.
As stated earlier, an essential element in all of this is sensi-
tivity: programs should not be developed unless participants have indicated a
clear desire for them; use of space must be carefully coordinated to assure
that no activity impinges on another or that those who want only a quiet place
to sit are made to feel uncomfortable. If care is talten in the planning
process, the co -existence of arts activities .and older persons under one roof
can create a lively, vibrant and stimulating atmosphere not only for nemhers
of the Senior Center but for artists and the cournunity as well.
There is an accelerating national awareness that subsistence -level
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support for aging persons, as t =_- as that is, is sinnly nor enough.
Opportunities for meaningful use of free time will become increasingly important
as the United States approaches the year 2000 and approximately 30 million
Americans will have reached retirement age. The Department of 11ousing and
Urban Development through its Community Development funds, the Administration
on Aging, the National Council for Arts and Humanities, the Department of
Labor, and Social and Rehabilitation Services represent some of the federal
agencies which are currently expanding their priorities to include the
development of cultural resources which will encourage the elderly to partici-
pate actively within their communities. The proposed Senior Citizens Center
and the projected inclusion of Parks and Recreation, Project Green, and the
Arts Council in the building offers a potential of ready access to a wide
variety of teaching and learning experiences for those older citizens who
wish to participate. There is the further potential for communication and
interaction between individuals of all ages. This should increase the possi-
bility of attracting program funds from external agencies. But even more
important is the fact that older persons will be a part of the community --will
be freed from the onus of exclusion. The Arts Council urges positive consider-
ation of the Old Post Office Building as a Senior Citizens Center and would
welcome the opportunity to work in close cooperation with those who will also
be involved. It is natural that they should do so.
Note: The above proposal is based on the assumption that provision for
adequately equipped space and accessible transportation will be an integral
part of the City's planning for the Senior Center.
"I cannot express in simple words the
joy and eathuoiam FREE STREET T00 ore-
ated with last Friday's performance.
It lifted the spirit of our Senior
Adults; it was an impetus for many of
them to change their minds and start
thinking in a new direction again."
Bob Kuhn, Coordinator
Senior Adult Discussion Group
Edgewater Library, Chicago
"This is just a note of thanks to each
of.you. I have never felt better or
more excited in my life. I cannot be-
tgin to express the great feeling of
love that filled me when you people
were sharing those personal moments
of your lives with us."
Jeff Brodie, Sophomore
Carthage College, Kenosha, Wis.
We welcome your suggestions. And thank
you for sharing part of your day with usl
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59 West Hubbard Street, Chicago, Illinois 60610
(312) 822.0460
Free Strect Theater
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FREE STREPT T00
a`periorming company
of seniors
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"TO LIFEI"
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f "The Arts and the Agin s
7_n Agenda or_ ction � •
convened by the
^ National Council on the Aging^7 and
The National Coiter on the
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in cooperation with
The Minnesota Arts Board
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Radi000n Hotel --Minneapolis
October 17-19, 1976
This appearance of FREE STREET
( TOO is mado possible by a ape-
`.,� cial grant from National Endow-
ment for the Arte --Expansion
Arts Program.
Preo Street Theater was formed in 1969 as
n mobilo public thaater. The company ere-
ated uuoical t;ic:aer pieces from and about
life in toduy'a cities, and toured the
neighborhoods of Chicago, perfotTint, free
of charge on a portable stage in parking
lots, .`::'cs, al^.yfround, chopping plazas...
1:i': arov:: pursuing
_their daily routla..u.
Today; FST is a year-round operation which
divides its time between performance tours
throughout the country and educational or
social.programs.
A recent series of workshops for senior
citizens has generated a senior performing
company --FREE STREET T00 --dedicated to
cross -generational communication ... and to
the proposition that creative energy is
ageless.
`The,pre8ent program --"To Lifel"--based on
t`he members' rich backlog of personal mem-
ories, is an oral history of the first Bev-
enty-five years of this century.
Through performances and 'workahops, the
group focuses attention on the positive
contribution that older Americana can and
still do make to our total society ... and
on.theLfaot that America's seniors are
living libraries of the evolution of
our culture.
FREE STREET T00 plans to tour the Midwest,
appearing in public plazas, youth centers,
retirement communities, universities, and
ouch national conventions as the present
Conference on Arts and the Aging.
FREE STREET T00
Acting COmnan
Anne Pinyon
Dc:v'id liu:.a
iiuzel Canner
Etoria Hunt
Elsie Leider
Hilda McLoan
Staff
Lula Payne
Dorothy ::awson
Ed Rae:son
Adele Roach
Jim Roach
Bertha Schlan
Patrick Henry..... Artistic Director
Noreen Walker..... Asst. to Director
Richard Driscoll..Technieal Director
Chuck Scheutzow... Company Manager
Glynn Lowrey ...... Baainess Manager
Red Bunning....... Coordinator
Credits
The development of FREE STREET T00
has been made possible by contribu-
tions from Mobil Foundation, Inc....
Robert McCormick Charitable Trust...
MacDonald's Corporation ... A -C -T -I -0-N
...Department of Health, Education k
Welfare, Region V...City of Chicago,
Office of Manpower—Department of
Personnel...and National Endowment
for the Arts.
I* Pity of Iowa CHO
MEMORANDUM
DATE: March 11, 1977
TO: City Council �/
FROM: City Manager Af7V
RE: Meeting with Local Legislators
Johnson County Regional Planning Commission is arranging a meeting with
local legislators on March 26 at 10:00 A.M. You will be informed of the
location as soon as it is determined.
At the informal meeting on Monday, March 14, I would appreciate receiving
your suggestions'of issues to be discussed on March 26.
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• City of Iowa Citi
MEMORANDUM
DATE: March 1, 1977
TO: City Council
FROM: City Manager '✓
RE: Items from February 7 Informal Meeting
1. Warning signs have been placed in advance of the bridges posted for
load restrictions.
2. Signs that Councilman Perret inquired about at Washington and Madison
and at Grand Avenue and Grand Avenue Court have been corrected.
3. Definition of a junk car is found in Chapter 7.06.10 of.the Municipal
Code:
"For the purpose of this Chapter an obsolete motor vehicle
or junk vehicle shall be defined as a motor vehicle or
portion thereof not in running condition and/or not licensed
for the current year as provided by law and not legally placed
in storage with the treasurer of Johnson County."
Chapter 7.06.11 describes a junk vehicle as a nuisance.
4. Copies of the Neighborhood Impact Survey have been made available
to CCN, Planning and Zoning, and Northside Neighborhood. Their
recommendations will be forwarded to the City Council.
S. The detour of Washington Street bus is due to the weight restrictions
on the Washington Street bridge. That route previously was rerouted
from College Street when the College Street bridge was rebuilt.
6. The Council was individually sent copies of the Comprehensive Plan
sample survey.
7. The Parks Division is preparing a scheme to display transit routes
and schedules.
Other matters the Council discussed will be responded to by the respective
departments.
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0 City of Iowa CIO
MEMORANDUM
DATE: March 10, 1977
TO: City Council
FROM: City Manager VAIV
RE: Refuse Collection Fees
Attached is a survey of refuse collection Fees charged by
other Iowa ccmmmities.
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City
Collect Fee
Conmanity Refuse Charged
Ames no 4.25
.40,000 Private
Collection
Service
Fort no
Do�dg�e
x31,000
'Mason City
30,000 yes
Dubuque
;62,000 yes
-Burlington yes
`32,000
:Cedar Falls yes
`•30, 000
Council
Bluffs -
60,0
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1977 Garbage Pickup Fee
Other Revenue Support Landfill Charge Other Information
no not open to public
recycle .500 charge
except newspaper
and oil
property Tax Support .500/month County owns landfill
2. 50/m. no
no bulky
items
leaf pickup
2.50/bi nu
1.50/m for no
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86,000 yes
Cedar: Rapids
111;000 yes
6.00/qtr. no
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elderly
handicapped
no
$3.00/mo. self-support
membership fee
included on
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years ago
owned by county
$1.00 charge
county owned
no landfill
use Omaha
city owned
.850/car
.850 cubic yard
no charge to
city residents
fee started 1970
fee started 1976
1958
1950s
1960s
Contract out -
own equipment
1976
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Mr. Ray B. Mossman
Business Manager $ Treasurer
114 Jessup Hall
The University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa 52242
Dear Mr. Mossman:
March 7, 1977
Your letter of March 2, 1977, which describes the parking procedure which
will be followed when City employees conduct business on the University of
Iowa campus is acceptable, In return for this consideration, it is understood
that the City will continue to provide the free designated parking spaces on
Capitol Street for the Campus Security vehicles. we agree that after six
months the procedure will be reviewed to see if it is working properly.
Since fours,
G. Bei in
City Manager
cc: City Council
CITY OF IOWA CITY
CIVIC CENTER, 410 E. WASHINGTON ST,
IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240
319.354.1800
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Ths University of Iowa
lo,.va City. Iowa 522-12
Business Office
Neal Berlin
City of Iowa City
Civic Center
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Dear Neal;
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Reference is made to your letter dated January 20, 1977, directed to
Mr. Sokol in which you indicate that the City Council has given verbal
approval to continue permission to use the spaces in front of the Security
Building on South Capitol if the University will agree to permit no fee
parking for City vehicles when they are on the campus for the purpose of
conducting work. This suggestion has been reviewed and is accepted as
follows:
1) City vehicles on business may park in any available space
including meters, open lots and fee parking ramps. This would
not include gates lots at the time the gates are down but would
include the gated lots anytime the gates are raised which is
essentially after 3 p.m. daily.
2) Our enforcement personnel will continue to ticket vehicles that
are in violation but such tickets signed by the driver of the
City vehicle and presented to the Security and Parking Department
will be waived.
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3) Ramp attendants will be instructed to ask the driver of the City
vehicle to sign the parking ticket which will be waived.
It seems appropriate that after six months of operation this procedure be
reviewed by some person you designate and myself to determine whether or
not it is accomplishing the purpose for which it was intended, i.e. "that
City vehicles be allowed to park on campus without payment when it is
necessary for our employees to be on campus for purposes of work."
If this arrangement seems satisfactory, please advise me and we will proceed
to implement this procedure immediately.
Very truly yours,
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Ray � Mossman
Business Manager & Treasurer
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cc: Harvey Miller
Howard Sokol
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
DATE: March 4, 1977
TO: City Council
FROM: Dennis It. Kraft, Director of Community Development
RE: Zoning history of commercial property located at the intersection
of Mormon Trek Road and West Benton Street
The above mentioned 15 -acre commercial highway zoned property
was rezoned from RIA to CH on December 19, 1967. This
rezoning was part of a larger tract to be rezoned which
also included property to the north which was rezoned from
RLA to R3A.
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March 8, 1977
Mr. Harry Be=
1208 Burlington St.
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
RE: proposed Landlord -Tenant Ordinance
Dear Mr. Baum:
I have been asked by John Hayek, City Attorney, to review the proposed
''residential landlord and tenant ordinance which has been submitted to the
City Council for initiative pursuant to Article VII of the Home Rule
Charter of the City of. Iowa City, Iowa. In reviewing the ordinance I find
the proposal is directed toward residential rental housing in Iowa City
and is quite cacprehensive in nature. It states what provisions are to be
included in any rental agreement, directs the type of tenancies which are
to be allowed in Iowa City, the obligations of both the landlord and tenant,
and provides remedies for breach thereof. Before going into the proposal
ndPo
itself I would like to outline the general principles surrounding a munici-
pality's ability to act in certain areas without statutory authority from
the State Legislature.
The powers of municipalities are established in the 1968 amendments to the
Iowa Constitution and in Chapter 364 of the Code of Iowa, 1975. The [cane
Rule amendment and Chapter 364 present significant changes from prior law
which held that in Iowa a municipality could exercise only those powers
specifically granted, necessarily implied or indispensable to the municipal
corporation. The 1968 amendment to the Iowa Constitution provides in part:
"Municipal corporations are granted Home Rule power and authority, not
inconsistent with the laws of the General Assembly, to determine their local
affairs and governient, except that they shall not have the power to levy
any tax unless expressly authorized by the General Assembly. The rule or
proposition of law that a municipal corporation possesses and can exercise
only those powers granted in express words is not a part of the law of this
state.1, Further, in Chapter 364, Code of Iawa (1975), the Legislature directs
that: "A city may, except as expressly limited by the Constitution, and if
not inconsistent with the laws of the General Assembly, exercise any po..er
and perform any function it deems appropriate to protect and preserve the
rights, privileges, and property of the City or of its residents, and to
preserve and improve the peace, safety, health, welfare, comfort and cenven-
ienoe of its residents." The Legislature has made it clear that in the
absence of specific denial or preemption, municipalities are only limited by
the state and federal constitutions. Chapter 364 goes on to set limita-
tions upon municipal power, one of which states as follows: "This grant
of home rule power does not include the power to enact private or civil
law governing civil relationships, except as incident to an exercise of an
independent city power."
In analyzing this grant of here rule power caution should be taken in com-
paring home rule grants to municipalities in other states. Basically stated
home rule is a theory that municipalities should be free to regulate their
own municipal affairs without interference by the state. The methods for
achieving honor rule in the states that have enacted it have been varied and
consequently in determing specific questions involving hone rule in different
states, it is necessary to analyze the problems with regard to the particu-
lar language used in the "home rule grant." Minor differences in terminology
can produce significant differences in the meaning of home rule in various
states. Home rule grants are divided into two areas - constitutional here
rule and legislative home rule. The present Iowa here rule grant is of a
constitutional nature of the limited self-executing category. In other
words, the Iowa municipalities are given the power to deal with municipal
affairs independent of prior approval from the state.
As seen, cities may not enact private or civil law governing civil relation-
ships except as incident to an independent municipal power. Broadly defined,
private law is the law governing civil relationships including such fields
as contract, tort, and property law, and the provision is a recognition of
the fact that laws governing relationships between private parties are more
properly a subject of state legislation which would produce uniformity in
the treatment of such relationships. For example, the law of wills, con-
tracts, or the law of descent and distribution should not be left to local
devision as the end results would be a chaotic and endless variety of private
law. The landlord -tenant relationship would certainly come within this
definition as it is a contractual relationship between the tenant and land-
lord involving property.
In reviewing the proposed ordinance and applying the above principles, I can
see potential problems based generally upon the prohibition of interfering
with private contractual relationships except where incident to an indepen-
dent City power in connection with the following sections:
Article I, part III: Sections 1.302, 1.303;
Article I, part IV: Sections 1.104, 1.402, 1.403(a)(2), 1.403(x)(3),
1.403(a)(4), 1.403(b), 1.403(c), 1.404, 1.405;
Article II: Sections 2.101, 2.103, 2.105(b), 2.106;
Article IV: Sections 4.101, 4.102, 4.105, 4.106, 4.107, 4.201, 4.202,
4.301, 4.302.
In briefly reviewing the proposed ordinance it seems to me that the above
sections may very well be held by a court reviewing the ordinance to be
attempts to legislate in the area of private contracts which are not suffi-
ciently related to the exercise of an independent city power to be upheld.
(see: Note, Munici l dare 12ule Power: InT%ict on pate legal relation-
ships, 56 Iowa L.R. 631; In v. Burroa,.i of Port lce, et al., 303 A. 2D
298 (1973); Dlcominriton V. Chucknjy, 331 PJ.L.Id "180 (197;), marshal_l (louse
Inc. v. Rent Revi.cw G Grievancesua
lrd of Iirooklinr., 7.60 N.R.2d 200 (19'/)).
Memorandum to John Raye- ek C ty Atl-orney, Crm Togy Kuc;ludr, Asst. City
Attorney, dated March 28, 1975, a copy of which is attached to this weio.)
Other potential problems center around the 1Lni.tation upon city potter
as expressed in section 364.1 Code of Iowa, 1975, wherein a municipality
is prohibited from exercising any power inconsistent with state law. Incon-
sistent with state law is defined in section 364.2 as irreconcilable with
state law. Pertinent parts of the Code which may be applicable are as
follows: section 364.3 which limits the penalty for violation of a municipal
ordinance; Chapter 562, which deals in various aspects of landlord tenant
relationships including rental deposits; Chapter 570, which provides for a
landlords lien; and Chapter 648, which regulates the eviction of tenants.
The following provisions may be held by a court to be invalid as inconsis-
tent with the above statutes:
Article I, part IV: 1.401(c), 1.403(b), 1.405;
Article II: 2.101, 2.105(b), 2.106;
Article IV: 4.102, 4.201, 4.301, 4.302.
Provisions of the proposal which I feel a court nay uphold as a valid
exercise of home rule power are: (a) rent withholding provisions; (b) provi-
sions creating various obligations on part of the landlord or tenant to main-
tain the premises at prescribed housing code standards; (c) provisions
which would prohibit a landlord from evicting or engaging in retaliatory
conduct against a tenant by reason of the tenant exercising his/her right
to complain of an alleged health or safety code violation; (d) provisions
prohibiting discrimination against certain protected classes of individuals
in the rental of dwelling units, I would think it inappropriate to comment
further upon the above sections at this point since I have not had an oppor-
tunity to fully research all aspects of the ordinance; and further, that to
caTment adversely upon the ordinance in too much detail would,nake it diffi-
cult for the City to later advocate its validity in court if it is adopted.
If I may be of any further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Anatolij
Attorney
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March 8, 1977
Mr. Peter Paschler, Director
Iowa Public Employment Relations Board
507 Tenth street
Des Mines, Iowa 50309
RE: Arbitration between City of Iowa City, Iowa, and
Iowa City International Association of Firefighers,
Local 610
Dear Mr. Paschler:
This letter is to inform you that the Iowa City International Association
of Firefighters, Local 610, has requested the PERE to provide statutory
iJrpasse procedures under Chapter 20.22(2) and (5), 1975 Code of Iowa.
These subsections relate to arbitration, A copy of their request is
attached to this letter as "Exhibit A."
The City does not agree to this request on the ground that the parties
have agreed upon other impasse procedures in the contract which became
effective on January 1,'1975, and expires on June 30, 1977. That part of
the contract outlining the agreed upon impasse procedures is attached as
"Exhibit B." The City views the Union's refusal to participate in good
faith in these agreed upon impasse procedures as a prohibited practice under
Chapter 20.10(3)(d), 1975 Code of Iowa, which reads as follows:
(3) It shall be a prohibited practice for public employees
or an employee organization or for any person, union or organ-
ization or their agents willfully to:
Thank you.
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(d) Refuse to participate in good faith in any
agreed upon impasse procedures or those set forth in
this chapter.
Sincerely yours,
Robert H, Bowlin
Assistant City Attorney
cc: City Council
Iowa City International Assoc. of Firefighters, Local 610
Neal Berlin, City Manager
Candy Morgan, Dir. of Human Relations
John Hayek, City Attorney
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AGENDA
IOWA CITY RIVERFRONT COMMISSION
CITY MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM
MARCH 16, 1977 - 3:30 P.M.
Item No. 1 - Meeting to Order.
Roll.
Item No. 2 - Approval of the Minutes of the February 16, 1977,
Meeting.
Item No. 3 - Report by Dick Plastino, Director of Public Works, on:
a. Preliminary Plans for a New Sewage Treatment
Plant for Iowa City;
b. Regulation of Outflow from Coralville Reservoir
as it Concerns the Iowa City Water Supply.
Item No. 4 - Report on River Corridor Overlay Zone Ordinance.
Item No. 5 - Discussion of Riverfront Commission Objectives and
Priorities for 1977-78.
Item No. 6 - New Business.
Item No. 7 - Adjournment.
• CITY OF IOMA, CITY •
CITIZEN INPUT SURVEY QUESTIO`NAIRE DATA
,NK MITI OF FEBRUARY
NUMBER OF QUESTIONNAIRES MAILED 200
IWBER OF RESPONSES RECEIVED 26 13 $
IWBER OF REQUESTS MADE• WITHIN TELE PAST YENt FROM THE FOLLOIVING DEPART EM:
Animal Control
6
Code Enforcement
1
Fire
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1
Housing Inspection
Library
6
Parks
2
Police
5
Pollution Control
Recreation
3
Refuse
4
Streets
2
Transit
3
Water
3
Other - Forester
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1rP.RE CITY EIPLOYEES COURTEOUS?
Yes12
as $
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O
2
11 $
< WAS YOUR REQUEST HANDLED
Immediately
14
58
Within one week
7
29 $
Within one month
$
" Longer
3
13 $
WAS THE RESULT SATISFACTORY?
Yes
15
79 $
No
4
21 %
I mm IS YOUR GENERAL REACTION TO CITY SERVICES?
Very good 10 SO %
Good 9 45-%
Acceptable %
Poor
OUER CO)PENIS AM) ACTIO`' TAKEN FOR IMPROVING CITY SERVICES:
Prepared 11-23-76
• CITY OF IOWA CITY
CITIZEN INPUT SURVEY QUF.STIO\tiAIRE DATA
MMI OF SUBMITTED A'1' ROTARY CLUB FEG'1'ING
NUMBER OF QUESTIONNAIRES FLAILED
NUBER OF RESPONSES RECEIVED 44 %
NUFBER OF REQUESTS MODE WITHIN THE PAST YEAR FROM THE FOLLOWING DEPARDLYIS:
Animal Control
4
Code Enforcement
2
Fire
_
1
Housing Inspection
2
Library
3
Parks
Police
11
Pollution Control
Within one week
Recreation
1
Refuse
1
Streets
5
Transit
1
Water
WERE CITY EMPLOYEES COURTEOUS?
Yes
w
inn $
No$
WAS YOUR REQUEST HANDLED
Immediately
14
48
Within one week
9
31 $
Within one month
3
10.5
Longer
3
10.5 $
WAS THE RESULT SATISFACTORY?
Yes
22
81 $
No
5
19 $
1%11NT IS YOUR GENERAL REACTION TO CITY
SERVICES?
Very good
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25 %
Good
21
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Acceptable
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Poor
2
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OTHER CMENTS AND ACTION TARN FOR IMPROVING CITY SERVICES:
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PHE"`o TO SA VE THEMSEIN
Some of the shrinkage in our old metropolises
is unavoidable, but they have aggravated their problems
by giving people the wrong incentives.
UJ CarofeU Brec•kenfeld
184 if1P.lONE M3,CD 1977
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For some time now, the mayors of large cities have
been begging for massive aid from the federal govern-
ment. They insist that disaster will befall them, and mil-
lions of urban Americans, unless Washington rescues
cities from their economic and financial distress. More
recently the mayors have been complaining that they are
"extremely disappointed" by President Carter's economic
program, which offers indirect help through tax cuts and
government -funded jobs. They want a broader and much
more costly package of assistance, something like an
+urban Marshall Plan, including a new federal bank to
dispense low-interest loans.
A large new infusion of money is not what our ailing
cities need most. States and localities, mostly the latter,
" will receive some $70 billion this year in federal aid. That
already amounts to a Marshall Plan in monetary magni-
tude, though obviously not in coherence. Over the past
quarter century this assistance has totaled some $448 bil-
lion, and in some ways the largess has made urban prob-
lems worse instead of better. A new dose of federal aid
probably would deflect mayors and city councils from
their first task—difficult but not impossible—of adjust-
ing to a shrinking population and economy. Those de-
clines have been under way for many yeas and cannot
:be reversed quickly, if at all, for they were caused partly
by social forces beyond the control of cities, partly by the
high costs of living and working in them, and partly by
the changing technology of transportation.
Boarded -up hotels In Motown
'9. But instead of retrenching and attacking their prob-
lems sensibly, most cities have aggravated them. Despite
their limited reshurces, they have, until quite recently,
practiced accommodation politics and shown an easy
tolerance for swollen, money -guzzling municipal bureau-
cracies.In every city threatened by insolvency, the mess
can be traced to imprudent spending. There has been a
1:sfry
•vasi� munal;crial collapse al city hall. Most cities
ck theskilled, tough, 'farsighted public leadership
cesdary for the long -sustained effort that might, in
,revitalize thein. Under these circumstances, more
u eral aid would merely postpone the iuevilable day
fiscal reckoning.
The symptoms of ill health are particularly visible
ght note among the big, old, industrial inner cities of
e Northeast and Midwest. In economic trams,Detroit
probably the sickest. The number of people at work
ere haus dropped by 20 percent in five years. Belatedly,
llimme's stunning new skyline demonstrates that cities, like stars,
n grow more brilliant in maturity as they shrink. As the decreasing
ze of the pictures suggests, the city's population has been duclining
r a quarter century. But its inner harbor near Chesapeake Bay, once mi
dustrial slum, has bean transformed Into an eye-catching pnnomma by
ch graceful lowers as architect I. M. Pers pentagonal thirly-story
orld Trade Center (right) and Vlastimil Kouhuk's granite -clad forty.
ory headquarters for U. S. Fidelity d Guaranty Co. (left).
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a fortress -like, $837 -million office -hotel -shopping com-
plex called Renaissance Center is rising along the Detroit
River. But an atmosphere of sepulchral menace pervades
the nearby streets of the old downtown, which is pocked
by vacant stores, boarded -up hotels and taverns, and the
blank marquees of closed movie theaters. Sonne office
towers are half empty and the next -to -last department
store will shut its doors July 2.
The economies of Cleveland and St. Louis have been
floundering for several years, though there are recent
signs that the worst may be over. George L. Forbes, pres-
ident of Cleveland's city council, might be speaking for
any of a dozen cities when he says: "We're going to sur-
vive, but it is going to be very, very hard."
A matter of willpower
New York is still struggling to extricate itself from
the thinly_ camouflaged state -federal receivership im-
posed twenty-one months ago because of the city's spend-
ing binge of the late Sixties and early Seventies (see
"Going Broke the New York Way," FORTUNR, August,
1975). Though the city has lopped 53,000 jobs from its
payroll, it has not yet demonstrated that it has enough
willpower to balance its budget.
Financial collapse has become a serious possibility in
Philadelphia and Boston, even though both cities have
renascent downtowns bordered by elegant old and recent-
ly revitalized residential neighborhoods. In Boston, the
restoration of historic Faneuil Hall and the adjacent
Quincy Market, sensitively carried out by James W.
Rouse, the Maryland developer, has created an extra-
ordinary magnet for throngs of shoppers, sightseers, and
tourists from all over New England. But Boston has
been heading for insolvency, partly because Mayor Kevin
White added some 2,000 workers to the city's payroll dur-
ing his first term, and partly because the school board
hired 1,483 new full- and part-time aides, arguably far
more than necessary, in the wake of it federal court's
controversial cross -city busing order.
Many small and medium-sized cities face even gravel-
difficulties
raverdifficulties thrift the big ones. Another ten of Massa-
chusetts's thirty-eight other cities may be as close to
bankruptcy as Boston. In January, when an arbitra-
tion panel awarded New Bedford's firenen it pay In-
crease that will cost the city $800,000, Mayor Jolw A.
Markey demonstrated what that "disaster" will do to
the city's budget by stripping off his clothes, down to
his yellow shorts and white 'f -shirt, at a televised press
conference.
Yet two cities in the a oubled Northeast dennonst•ate
that, with the right kind of local leadership, fiscal disaster
can be, averted. Both cities are burdened by the familiar
afflictions: numerous poor, an eroding job market, and
dwindling population. Their resourceful leaders never-
theless have found ways to cut expenses, and even to
ltescnrehassnciole; RmsrlliadHrr•lin
FOanUNE 11rrth 077 195
E
v:in Irdtles wish militant municipal unions. By a sun-
ning coincidence, the resolute mayors of huth cities have
perxunally It'd ;quads of volunteers collecting t;:ubage
during a ::ucressful effort to break a strike by snnil.n-
tion wurlters.
For the past seven years, Pitlsbargh has been rut by
a nunerick mayor, Pwte Flaherty, fifty-one, who holds
Ole reo:ukablc 1),-]ief that diminishing pupnhrlion should
pro -mit a rwhiction in the municipal work force. The
city'.s powihiliun has dropped by one-third from its 1950
peak of 677,000 --ane of the steepest declines among the
nation's leading metropolises—and for several years five
dwelling units, mostly abandoned, have been demolished
fru• every new one built. Tnking oltice, Flaherty found
the saunr, problems that bedevil cities all over the North -
cast: inefffwinncy, bloated payrolls, and duplication of
effort. In his first year, he replaced alnnost all the city's
department heads, froze hiring, restricted overtime, and
eliminated 900 jobs, thus turning it threatened $2 -million
derwit into a$3.7 -million surplus.
The following year, a battle with municipal unions
eruptod when Flaherty wiped out five drivers' jobs in his
propored budget. The drivers, nlembers of 'teamsters
Local 249 (Aehose president was also it city councilman),
had been operating pickup trucks for plumbers installing
residential wader meters no bigger than a four -inch .
flowerpot. But the plumbers refused to do their own
driving and their walkout quickly grew to involve more
than 2,000 city workers, including street crews, mech-
anics, :,ad garbage collectors. On television, a medium
he uses with considerable skill, Flaherty accused the
unions of "trying to take over the city." Then, still fol-
lowed by TV cameras, he led a garbage -collection detail.
> After ten days the unions capitulated.
Only the voters love him .
Since that confrontation, the mayor has relied on at-
tritionrto reduce the city's work force. In all, he has cut
it byfnearly 30 percent. Despite inflation, he has also
pa a"d the city's tax take by 3 percent, or $2.4 million
low the 1970 level. He is still cutting down. In his 1977
budget, Flaherty did away with 270 vacant jobs to save
another $3 million. Despite the manpower reductions,
municipal services remain fairly good. People do earn -
plain about such items as laggard garbage collection and
the condition of the streets, but potholes and parsimony
have enabled Pittsburgh to avoid a financial quagmire
and enjoy an A-1 Afoody's rating on its bonds. Reported
crime has dropped a bit, too, thanks partly to a street -
lighting program that also contributes to a new after -
dark bustle in the central business district.
Pittsburgh's downtown Golden Triangle has the ambi-
onceof San Francisco before World War 11. A rich fabric
of old and new, it is alive, safe, complete, and above all
marvelously compact (,you can walk from one end to the
.. other in ten minutes). Electric trolleys still creep
196 rOarUNE Much *77
Ihrocgh cobblestoned streets, and amachronislic "in -
chops" -Pittsburgh's funicular counlerp:u•t to the cable
car -elimb and descend a nearby hill. Downtown retail
.ales, wenk in numerous inner cities, have hewn rising,
and :;ix new skyscrapers have been built nod urcupied in
the past ter years.
Lural citizens like to boast about the fifteen FoRTvNE
500 industrial companies headquartered in their city,
where they form the nation's third.largest cluster (after
New York and Chicago and tied with Cleveland). Their
presence has c•untribnled to a recent rise in the number
of white-collar jobs. So even though some industrial ac-
tivity has nu7ved to the suburbs, total employment in
Pittsburgh has declined by it comparatively modest 5 per-
cent since 1971.
Flaherty has paid it price for his zealous pursuit of
economy and efficiency. At one tiine or another he has
managed to make an enemy of almost every powerful
group in town: organized labor, most of the city council,
the police, the firemen, the business community, the
black community, and both daily papers. Only the voters
love him. He was reelected overwhelmingly in 1973 with-
out support from the unions, the Republicans, or ever his
own Democratic party. Ile faces considerable opposition
this year for a third term, but his chances look good.
A new magnet in the old ruins
By almost every standard measure of trouble, Balti-
more should be firmly trapped in the vortex of urban
decay. It is an old, conservative, blue-collar industrial
place. Though it is the nation's seventh-largest city, only
one FORTUNE 500 company (Crown Central Petroleum,
No. 356) makes its headquarters there. Population, fall-
ing since 1950, dropped another 9 percent between 1970
and 1975 (to an estimated 830,000), and the number of
people at work declined even more (12 percent). Afore
than half the city's inhabitants are black, and the pro-
portion of poor families is high. Yet Baltimore, which
H. L. Afencken called "the ruins of a once great medieval
city," is making an extraordinary comeback, both physi-
cally and—more important—psychologically.
The critical ingredient of that revival is troo decades of
intelligent teamwork between local officials and private
business leaders. Their strategy, established at the out-
set, has been to convert the heart of the city into a cul-
turally rich, architecturally exciting magnet where both
affluent and middle-class families will choose to work,
shop, and live.
To avoid the bureaucratic torpor that often strangles
such efforts, the city wisely turned over its $1 -billion
urban -renewal job to the private, nonprofit Charles
Center -Inner harbor Management Corp., while retain-
ing legal control. Charles Center, now almost completed,
has replaced the dingiest part of downtown with a hand-
some thirty -three -acre complex of office skyscrapers,
apartnnent6, a hotel, shops, and tree -lined plazas where,
To Cripple a City,
There's Nothing Like
High Costs and Taxes
The statistical profile of fifteen cities
shown on this page supports the com-
mon-sense idea that high costs and high
taxes go together -and drive jobs and
people away. The Bureau of Labor Sta-
tistics calculates that in the fall of 1975
it cost $27,071 in the New York metro-
politan area for a family to maintain
the same standard of living available for
$20,090 in Houston (chart . at lower
right). The disparity is mainly due to a
heavier burden of state and local, as well
as federal, taxes. Ey FORTUNE'S esti-
mate, the New York family paid total
taxes of $11,038, including those hidden
In the prices of goods and services, while
the Houston family paid $6,981.
All six of the highest -cost cities are
in economic or financial trouble, or both.
Lower costs in St. Louis and Cleveland
can only help to halt their decline. The
economic health of the other seven cities
.ranges from excellent to mediocre.
POPULATION CHANGE 1970.75
T 0
The ailing cities among these fifteen all lost both population and
private jobs between 1970 and 1975. In New York, jobs disappeared
at more than twice the rate of population decline; in Philadelphia
the ratio was about 1.5 to 1. In len of the fifteen cities, violent crime
was higher during the first nine months of 1976 than for 111e com-
parable period of 1970, though the trend was down last year.
PER CAPITA MUNICIPAL SPENDING (fiscal 1975)
• _ '( EMPLOYMENT
Private
Private
manufacturing
'7075 '7075 70';
II LIVING EXPENSES /
�{ Fall 1975 Imoderaie
>27.44'7
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-1I op4ja4C//Y
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Total cost; of big city government vary widely because, counties, states,
or indepandad diAricls ollen provide such exponsiva servicas as
schools, hospitnts, and welfare. New York City spends S378 per capita
annually for wclfrno (and pays 25 percent of that out of its own empty
pocket%) while. Ca"nnm,: spends only 5155. Compar'1nns of costs for
_ ___...__ as
police, firemen, and the other items shown'hove are nwro meaningful
because most localilies meal Iheso expenses onlirefy with Iheir own
revenues All these costs, pi(.. slale and other lural sp•:n,lw j sh'., o Iho
taxes that a family of lour :vilh Ilio same "higher- slandnrrl of Thing must
pay in different rnelropot;l;m :r^as.
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11
in season, fountains and bands enhance lunch hour for
shopper, office workers, and patrons at open-air cafes.
Now the corporation is well along on the Touch bigger job
of joining the city's new skyline to a once wasted shore-
line on the Patapsco River, efose to Chesapeake Bay. The
210 -acre Leer Harbor has been transformed from a
jumble of rotting piers and decrepit warehouses into an
inviting blcud of parks ;and playgrounds, restaurants,
office Imildings, an aquarium, a science center, and tourist
attractions such as the frigate Constellation.
In many cities, downtown empties out at 5:00 P.m-,
but Baltimore provides a galaxy of outdoor concerts,
ethnic festivals, and boating events that draw crowds—
including suburbanites --to the center of town at night
and on weekends from spring until fall. Inst year, 1.8
million people. attended the biggest event, a three-day city
fair with seventy-six neighborhood exhibits. All this ac-
tivity, which symbolizes the changing spirit of the city, is
arranged by it Downtown Coordinating Office, which is
mainly financed by private contributions. The organiza-
tion's young director, 'Mrs. Sandy Millman, reflects that
change herself. "When my husband drugged me here
from Washington eight years ago; I figured my life was
over," she says. "Now I'd hate to leave."
"'Action memos" in quintuplicate
Baltimore's yeasty mix of programs has been stirred
for the past five years by Mayor William Donald Schaefer,
a lifelong bachelor of fifty-five who not only picks young,
gung-ho types for key city jobs but prods them to inno-
vate and shows no tolerance for the red tape that frus-
trates so many good ideas in government. Ile also checks
up on every detail of Baltimore's life and government
because, as he says, "little things are important." After
driving himself around on weekend inspections, he writes
a blizzard of "action memos" to underlings. He gets re-
sults, too, because those serially numbered memos come
In quintuplicate; an aide follows up every one.
A tightfisted economizer, Schaefer in 1072 imposed a
hiring freeze that enabled the city gradually to cut its
yroll by 2,200, to 27,000 employees. Schaefer has also
continued the city's spartan policy, adopted iii 1960, of
borrowing no more than $35 million a year, all of it for
capital projects. At a time when inflation has prompted
most cities to increase their borrowing, Baltimore has
for four yens been retiring more debt than it has issued.
The funding of municipal pensions, swept under the rug
in many cities, has been placed on an adequate and sys-
tematic basis. Last year, Bfoody's raised its rating of the
city's credit from A to A-1, saving the city some $596,000
in interest costs on its latest bond issue.
Schaefer's turn at heaving garbage helped him tame
the municipal unions. lVhen police, city prison guards,
and sanitation workers event on strike simultaneously in
1974, the mayor and most of his administrative staff
manned garbage trucks while police commissioner Donald
198 FORTUNE Gn[h 1971
FJ
D. Pome•leau fired seventy-five patrolmen for ignoring
a back -to -work order. Courts eventually fined the unions
and some of their officers $157,000 for defying strike in-
junctions, and the police lost their right to bargain col-
Icetively. i.ast year, the municipal unions signed a twe-
yea• contract providing for a modest 4 percent annual
pay increase.
Baltimore nonetheless faces many problems. The crime
rale, though declining, remains high. Downtown re-
tail sales are weak, and one of four department stores
recently announced plans to close. Large sections of the
inner city are still black slums. \-fiddle-class flight to the
suburbs has slowed, but not halted. So the most crucial
part of the city's fight to he reborn has shifted to its
rundown historic neighborhoods, many of them close to
Inner Harbor or other urban -renewal areas whose trans-
formation provides a vital new base to build on.
Some abandoned row houses have been rehabilitated at
city expense and resold below cost to private owners. If
necessary, the city even provides a twenty-year mortgage
with interest as lee as 7 percent. Baltimore was one of
the pioneers in "urban homesteading," and claims to
have had more success at it than all other cities core-
bined. The city sells abandoned old houses for $1 to buy-
ers who agree to fix them up and live in them for at least
eighteen months. In one neighborhood, demand from
would-be homesteaders proved so strong that the city
held a lottery in 1975 to apportion 100 antique three-
story brick row houses among 900 applicants.
The most encouraging sign of all is the decline in aban-
doned housing. Over the past three years, the city has
cut its stock of abandoned dwellings from 5,000 units to
4,000, partly because it reclaims some 700 dwellings an-
nually, and partly because the number of abandonments
has dropped from 1,500 houses a year to only 400. In -
town living has won a small but important new following
among the middle class, and property values have in-
creased, sometimes dramatically, in every old inner-city
neighborhood. "If we can rev up to rehabilitating 1,000
houses a year, we might do away with vacant houses in'
five years," says Robert C. Embry Jr., the city's ener-
getic housing commissioner. " liVe have a long way to go,
but I think the trend is finally in the right direction."
The pluses and minuses of shrinkage
The great lesson of Pittsburgh and Baltimore is that
it is possible for cities to shrink successfully. Almost all
the central cities of the Northeast and Midwest (and
many smaller ones as well) have been losing jobs and
population in recent years. For most Americans this
shrinkage is by no means a calamity, for it is a conse-
quence of a long-term improvement in their way of life.
There was a time when factories, offices, and dwellings
had to be jammed together in cities for access to one
another and to river and rail routes. The great shift to
moving goods and people by truck and auto and the
continued
P
increa.siugly connplax network or Jones, computers, and
satellites linking distant places have made it possible
for nearly nll forms of urban activity to spread out at it
lower and more agreeable density across ever wider
metropolitan regions and beyond. Ilising affluence, more:
over, has enabled the, rich and middle class to live where
they choose, and most of them have demonstrated a pref-
ere ice for more space and greenery.
'rhe thinning -out process inevitably produces minus
statistics in old and partly obsolete inner cities, most of
which, for political reasons, cal no longer grow by an-
nexing their suburbs. This has happened even in some
comparatively young and well-run cities with good
schools. The population of ,Minneapolis, for instance, has
dropped 90 percent since 1950. Thanks to the recent rapid
growth of many big cities in the South and Southwest,
this decline is less pronounced for the nation as a whole.
'twenty-five- years ago, 35 percent of Americans lived in
central cities; today about 30 percent do.
The most shocking aspect of city shrinkage—the
bombed -nut look in half -abandoned slum :meas in the
older metropolises—has a positive side to it. Generally
it means that the worst neighborhoods are emptying out
because the metropolitan area as*a whole has a housing
surplus. Later this process should provide an opportunity
to rebuild worn-out parts of cities in ways that fit our
new technologies and living patterns.
The declining inner cities will probably continue to
experience job and population losses for quite a few
more years. Detroit and a few others might even become
economic holes in metropolitan doughnuts. But in most
cases the outward flow will cease in time and a new equi-
librium will be established. As the new vitality in many
downtowns and the recycling of historic neighborhoods
like Baltimore's suggest, a ]at of Americans still choose to
live and work in big cities. The elite in particular are tied
to such places by their jobs, friendships, possessions, even
by clubs and cultural activities.
economics of perverse Incentives
,.,,The real tragedy of our ailing cities is not their shrink-
age, some of it unavoidable, but the fact that they have
hastened their own decline by a senseless kind of economic
warfare against themselves. At every turn perverse in-
centives ci.ated by government give individuals and
companies a self-interest in doing what's bad for the
community.
Soaring taxes provide a powerful inducement, espe-
cially for manufacturers, to leave cities. Even the small
"nuisance" taxes so often imposed on business can serve
as a guillotine for parts of a local economy. New York
City belatedly got the message last year atter ten brok-
erage firms moved key parts of their operations to New
Jersey to escape New York Slate's stock -and -bond trans-
fer tax on market makers. Though the tax was eventually
repealed, all ten firms have stayed in New Jersey.
20D FORTUNE Much 1977
0
hent control has discouraged the building of new
; partwnnls and the maintenance of existing rental units.
Thirty-four years of controls in New York City have
brought widespread lax delinquency, decay, and prema-
ture abandonment. Yet despite Ihnt disaster, other com-
munities have copied the formula. In the Seventies, rent
control lois been enacted in about 100 New Jersey local-
ities, Boston and three suburbs, Miami Beach, Washing-
ton, D.C., and Montgoniery Comity, lfaryland.
Some of the ugliest consequences of harnessing the
profit motive back-.•.:irds involve our treatment of the
poor. In the name of helping them, we raise minimum
wages, thereby wiping out an important number of low -
skilled jobs. In moony states, moreover, welfare benefits
are set so high that they provide an incentive for not
seeking work. Welfare recipients sometimes spurn prof-
fered jobs in the well-founded fear that they may soon
lose them again, in, which case they will probably have
to wait a few weeks to get back on the dole. In twenty-
eight stales, we also promote the disintegration of fam-
ilies (often feigned) by providing aid to dependent
children only when the father is missing. Subsidized
housing has ;mother perverse effect: it tends to lock the
working poor into fixed locations, removing the incentive
to seek a better job in another town, because a family
may face a long wait for similar tax -supported housing.
An invitation to the poor
Misguided altruism has compounded the financial woes
of some cities, most notably New York, which responded
with extraordinary zeal to Washington's great welfare -
state push in the Sixties. Even though the federal gov-
ernment paid most of the bill for many of the programs,
the costs borne by the city were enormous in the aggre-
gate. Moreover, the attraction of seemingly "free" money
lured New York and other localities into undertaking
projects they could not afford.
Even today, ardent liberals are slow to acknowledge
that it is positively ruinous to the economics of successful
cities to provide more aid to the poor than is available in
other jurisdictions. When cities or stales use their taxing
powers to redistribute wealth, as for instance with high
income taxes, or even when cities allow the poor to occupy
valuable land that might be used for purposes that would
yield more tax revenue, they impair. their fiscal health
and over the long run undermine their economies. As re-
cently as last year, Thomas C. Maloney, then mayor of
Wilmington, Delaware, ran into criticism for using fed-
eral revenue-sharing receipts to hold down taxes instead
of building more subsidized housing, Maloney stuck by
his guns, correctly arguing that such expenditures would
only invite more poor to congregate in the city.
The cities' afflictions have been mightily aggravated
by the great migrations of the postwar era, in which mil-
lions of rural poor -mostly black until recent years, but
now heavily Hispanic—have arrived with all their hopes
continued
and pathologies. Grime -ridden immigrant slums are
nothing new for U.S. cities, which in the past absorbed
waves of impoverished newcomers from Ireland, Italy,
and Eastcrn Europe. In our time, however, misbegotten
welfare policies and the disastrous concentration of the
poor in subsidized housing have helped to turn great
stretches of the inner cities into Kafkaesque Indian reser-
vations for the unemployed and the unwanted, where life
can be very dangerous indeed.
Today as in the past, most of the new migrants will
make their way up the economic ladder, and millions have
already done so. The real problem, which is poisoning life
in inner cities, involves a small minority among the mi-
norities: the 15 to 20 percent that belongs to a lower class
more or less permanently mired in poverty and malaise.
As Harvard's Edward C. Banfield pointed out in his
seminal book The Unheavenly City, nobody has learned
how to change lower-class cultural habits any faster than
time and circumstance do naturally. The Great Society's
effort to short-circuit this slow evolutionary process,
combined with an explosion of leniency in the courts
toward the thugs who have terrorized large parts of the
cities, has made matter's far worse.
Some negative advice for Washington
A great deal of modesty is in order about any new ini-
tiatives to relieve urban problems. We know a lot less
about cities, and how they tick, than we were sure we
knew fifteen years ago. The most valuable thing the
federal government can do for cities is to refrain from
actions that impair their fiscal health and impede their
natural regeneration. Above all, it should curb inflation,
which causes cities' costs (04, percent wages and fringe
benefits) to gallop ahead of revenues.
Washington should also stop forcing city administra-
tions to pick their way through labyrinthine regulations
in pursuit of federal money under the hodgepodge of aid
pro rams that now exist. For a quu•ler century the red -
or u government has cudgeled, cosseted, and cajoled cities
intconsistently inconsistent directions through these pro-
00�rarns, which recently numbered more than 1,000, In
thousands of instances, cities have embarked on wasteful
projects simply because Washington was picking up most
of the tab and politically potent construction workers
stood to get jobs. During the Nixon and Ford administra-
tions, a start was made on amalgamating some of these
categorical grant programs and allowing cities MOI -e dis-
cretion in spending the money. But a comprehensive,
Justinian -like recodification is sorely needed.
If the federal government continues to provide tem-
porary loans to New York, or grants them to other cities
in scute financial distress, the money should be accom-
panied by lough restrictions so local officials cannot
fritter it away or acquiesce in the exorbitant demands of
municipal unions. Any permanent program of loans or
loan guarantors would he sheer folly. Evcn special graats-
0
in -aid to, say, twenty-five cities with the greatest "need"
would have the unfair effect of penalizing cities that
have done the most on their own to overcome their diffi-
culties. Organized labor has been pressing for a federal
law authorizing strikes by public employees. The pros-
pect frightens many city officials, who have good grounds
to fear that such legislation would surrender control of
their governments to union leaders.
Untangling the poverty -welfare snarl will require per-
ceptive collaboration by federal, state, and local govern-
ments. Only Washington, for example, could impose a
nationwide change in the arrangements ligat trap the
working poor in fixed locations if they occ,•;•y subsidized
housing. It still seems debatable, howeve:, whether the
federal government should assume the entire cost of
welfare, a move currently espoused, among others, by the
U.S. Conference of Mayors and supported with Delphic
reservations by President Carter.
Washington already picks up two-thirds of the $42 -
billion -a -year combined tab for cash assistance, food
stamps, and Medicaid. States and counties pay for almost
all the rest. Only a handful of cities would be directly
helped by the shift: 'New York, Philadelphia, Denver,
San Francisco, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C.—all of
which double as counties. To be sure, a federal takeover
would save states about $14 billion a year, enabling them
to cut taxes or provide more aid to their cities. But there
is a further catch to the idea. Nobody expects that. Wash-
ington would set support levels as high as they now stand
in New York, Massachusetts, and numerous other states.
Unless these states reduced their welfare benefits, their
taxpayers would still be stuck with large welfare costs.
Their total tax bilis might even rise, since federal taxes
presumably would go up to pay for more generous welfare
in the South,
Taking the profit out of crime
Curbing crime is a job for state governments, which
generally run the courts with jurisdiction over street
crime., as well as the correctional facilities to which the
mismeants are sent. Crime hits proliferated because it is
the most rewarding way of life available In those in-
volved, esperially jobless teenagers with low skills.
Entry-level jobs have moved In such placvs as file South
and rural :ureas where labor costs are lower. And becauso
the courts are overworked and judges have beau Inatlu to
commit felons to crowded and daugervms prkolls and
juvenile detention centers, the chanco of inr:r,:eral.idn
for violent crinis has become minuscule; ro,. juveniles ill
New fork State it has been only one in set,,nteen among
those who are both arrested and brought into court.
The opportunities for work and the pnnislunent rate
for crime should be increaaed at the snow time. The.
Carter Administration is already tackling; lam fro half
of that equation, though the public-service jolts it envis-
ages have up to now generally proved aul iu:,frvetive way
centinncd
FOaIONE Mntll 1977 203
A new way to earn
a college. der ree.
The Llnive-sily of Reve9y dills is now offering
occupation-rolated degree programs at the
BUrhelos, )fasters and Doctorate levels, for
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to instill work habits in high-Achool dropouts. If we want
to have civilized cities again, itis time that repenters and
violent criminals including teenagers be imprisoned for
lengthy terms. The courts could be expanded, and hu -
wane prisons could be built, for a fraction of what urban
businesses and residents are spending to fend off crime
or move away from it. The main objective would not be
to rehabilitate offenders but to increase public safety,
which after all is the foremost job of government.
By now the evidence is overwhelming that society is
cowering before a relatively small number of habitual
adult and juvenile criminals. Plagued by an epidemic of
juvenile crime, Wilmington, Delaware, last year compiled
police statistics shoving that just sixteen local youths
had committed 384 felonies in three years, including
ninety-three separate burglaries, sixty-four robberies,
forty-eight auto thefts, and one rape. The same records
showed that more thrinbalf of the robberies by juveniles
involved youths who had escaped from state correctional
institutions. This evidence moved the state legislature to
require a one-year sentence for offenders aged fourteen
to eighteen for any two robberies, muggings, or residen-
tial burglaries within a year. For three such crimes in
three years, the term is three years. Although the law is
still being challenged in court, it is expected to reduce
juvenile crime considerably.
The upside-down property tax
A rollback of the crime rate, however, will not suffice
to return cities to economic health. Instead of raising
taxes and driving business and industry to parts of the
country where costs are lower, cities must give business-
men a reason to stay. Both the state and city of New
York are struggling to cut the tax burden, but the pro-
posals up to now have been quite timid. The worst prob-
lem is that the combined state and city tax rate on in-
comes above $25,000 is more then double the average level
in other industrial states. Governor Hugh Carey recently
proposed reducing slate income taxes, but he would grant
virtually all the relief to low- and middle-income tax-
payers. Mayor Abraham Beame's plans to reduce busi-
ness taxes would be negated by a probable rise in prop-
erty taxes in July, so his promise of no increase for five
years thereafter has a hollow ring.
Among disincentive taxes, the property tax by a wide
margin has the largest and most pernicious effect on
cities. It accounts for 82 percent of the $G1 billion locali-
ties raise from their own taxpayers, but the trouble is
not what it is commonly perceived to be: soaring tax bills
that burden hard-pressed homeowners. The real problem
is the basic structure of the tax—a confusing and little
understood fusion of two separate levies, one on the
building and one on the value of the location.
Most cities colleettwo or three times as much tax from
buildings as from the site value of land. The low taxation
of land rewards speculators; they can easily afford to
continued
kcr;p idle or underutilized sites off the market unl it o,'lian
grovl h drive.; the price up enough for a fat profit (which
then qualifies for concessionary treatment as a capital
Lain on their federal income tax(,.$). The high Lu on
buildings (or improvements to them) discournges both
cunstrurtiun of new buildings and maintenance of aging
ones. i:crogitizing this, city after city has offered tax
exemption in order to get new buildings put up, but the
arrangement reduces the growth of the revenue base and
forces other taxpayers to make up the difference.
Thr- remedy is to turn the property tax upside down so
it hitncLs the profit motive to the right objective. States
should adopt legislation allowing localities to lighten or
abolish the levy on buildings and impose a corresponding
increase in the tax on land. The total tax take need not
be affected. ,Yost homeowners, several studies have
found, would pay less; owners of valuable but well-
developed downtown property would pay about the same;
owners of valuable but vacant or underutilized property
would pay more. More important, the incentive for pri-
vate investment in really good buildings would increase
while the lure of land speculation would diminish. By
raising carrying costs for land, site -value taxation might
well drive down inflated land prices, which are a major
reason why costs are so high in many big cities.
Such a change should be phased in gradually to avoid
disruptions, for it would be potent economic medicine.
In a study a few years ago, economist Mason Gaffney
found that if property taxes had been based entirely on
land, downtown Milwaukee would have been rebuilt after
World War II without a penny of subsidy for urban re-
newal. ilfore recently, Philip Finkelstein, director of the
Dinnhattan-Lased Center for Local Tax Research, con -
eluded that if New York City continues its, present ar-
rangement, taxing buildings twice as much as land, "we
will accomplish the apparent goal of New York's critics
—breaking it off and letting it sink."
risk takers, not time servers
Myrrestructuring of incentives could also help overcome
tVmanagerial deficiencies of governments. Civil -service
'Taws and regulations must be rewritten to end job pro-
tection for the slothful or incompetent, and eliminate the
cumbersorao procedures that create delays and drive up
costs. As Jona Dyson, New York State commissioner of
commerce, recently suggested, the top 1 or 2 percent of
,:fiddle -leve! ;:pagers should be stripped of civil -service
.:latus entire i, :,nd made subject to dismissal or demotion
if they flub !I::r work. Says Dyson: "We need ... risk
takers not line servers. In too many cases, civil service
insulates the middle manager from direct control by
the department head, creates a fiefdom mentality, and
frustrates any new initiatives that are at variance with
the self-interest of the bureaucracy itself."
Ultimately, cities will also have to induce their rank -
and -file municipal workers to choose between unions and
206 FORTUNE With 1977
civil -ser vice protection. Given the fiscal bind cities arc in,
they cannot afford to provide both the high wages ex-
acted by unions --$17,000 a year for a Boston bus driver,
for example --and the job security that goes with civil-
servicp. status. Moreover, as Boston City Councilman
Lawrence DiCa•a contends: "When union power is com-
bined with the equally strong protection provided by
civil service, a point of total insulation for the public
employee is reached."
The same approach should be applied to public schools,
which consume 40 percent of all state and local govern-
ment spending. There is no way central cities can re -
attract large numbers of middle-class families with chil-
dren until the quality of their schools is perceived to
equal those in the suburbs. Today, we foolishly couple
a no -incentive system for educators with coercion for
students who are forced to attend even after they have
demonstrated an inability to profit from school. The
mandatory school -attendance age should'be lowered to
fourteen (ninth grade), and incorrigible disrupters
should be expelled even earlier. A free public education
is a costly privilege, not to be denied the majority by
supine tolerance for barbarians. .
Even politicians can learn economics
Before New York tumbled into insolvency, the chances
were probably nil that cities might rediscover the unused
potential of the individual profit motive for regaining
their economic and financial health. But the shock waves
from that event have prompted leaders in many cities to
re-examine old assumptions. Some are beginning to rec-
ognize that cities must think about their economies in
foreign -trade terms: either they "export" enough goods
and services to pay for their "imports" or the economies
will wither. Costs, in short, are crucial. They are so far
out of line in New York, says Alan K. Campbell, dean of
the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at the
University of Texas, that "if the city were a sovereign{
country, there would be no way for it to survive unless it
devalued its currency."
The message is beginning to register that New York can
no longer afford to spend $4,8 billion a year on welfare;
health, and hospitals, and billions more on excessive pay
and fringe benefits for city employees. Felix G. Rohatyn,
the Manhattan investment banker who has helped steer
the city through the financial shoals as chairman of the
state -created Municipal Assistance Corporation, is en-
couraged by the change in thinking. "It's a very slow proc-
ess," he says. "It's only been about a year since some poli-
ticians began to realize that there's a limit to taxing and
borrowing, that there are such things as economic Imus
and market forces, The unions caught on before the politi-
cians, maybe even before the bankers, Now the unions
talk of going with us to Albany to see about getting tax
cuts for higher -bracket executives. We've taken a halting
few steps, but it's a beginning." END
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
DATE: March 1, 1977
TO: Dennis Showalter, Director of Parks & RecreationG� 1\
FROM: Billie Hauber, Superintendent of Cemetery -Forestry
RE: February Monthly Report
I. Operational
A. Interments 4 $360.00
B. Lots Sold 3 @ $110.00 $330.00
TOTAL 690.00
II. Maintenance (not including special budgeted items)
A. Forestry (inside Cemetery) - 1 hour.
B. Forestry (outside Cemetery) - 4 hours.
C. Cemetery (general grounds maintenance) - 21.25 hours.
D. Cemetery (general shop & office maintenance) - 10.75 hours.
E. Preventative maintenance & repairs (vehicles, mowers,
trimmers) - 54.50 hours.
F. Lot locations, sales & related records - 13 hours.
G. Inside snow removal - 6 hours.
H. Outside snow removal - 0 hours.
I. Funeral time (regular) - 68.5 hours.
TOTAL HOURS - 179.00*
III. Budgeted Items and Special Projects
A. Budgeted items:
1. Shop renovations - 190.25 hours.
. �✓ B. Special projects:
1. Thaw frozen water lines - 5 hours.
2. Move tables for Recreation Center - 7.5 hours.
3. Remove hornet's nests from attic and plug entrance
holes in roof - 16 hours.
TOTAL HOURS - 218.75*
IV. Contracts and Specifications - Superintendent
A. Forestry contract - bids to be received March 18.
B. Monument repair - Miller Monument sole bidder with in-
complete bid. Purchasing is negotiating with firm.
C. Purchasing and Administration making decision concerning
purchase of Dirt Wagon.
D. Cemetery Ordinance - Administration.
E. Weed Ordinance - preliminary work.
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March 1, 1977
V. Special Projects - Superintendent
A. With Legal - several meetings and two court appearances
regarding one tree problem and one tree and weeds problem.
B. Prepared plant list for Washington Street.
C. Soil preparation and seeding specifications for Muscatine
Avenue project.
D. Department staff meeting on February 11.
E. Signs for Cemetery and City Clerk's office regarding non -
perpetual care statement.
F. Spoke to 3rd and 4th graders at Henry Sabin School.
G. Twenty-seven Forestry Ordinance violations resolved.
VI. Goals Yet Outstanding
A. Cemetery Ordinance - see IV D; Weed Ordinance - see IV E.
B. Cemetery records - no progress.
C. Survey by Engineers - no progress.
D. Annual wintertime preventative maintenance - 908 completed.
E. Improve operational efficiency - actual people hours during
February:
1. Regular duties - 179.00 hours.
2. Special duties - 218.75 hours.
3. Rest periods - 25.75 hours.
TOTAL HOURS - 423.5*
a. Comp time earned during period - 0 hours.
b. 19 working days in February - the Cemetery operated
12 days or 638 of the time with a full 3 -person crew.
c. Only 38 of the actual working time in February was
spent outside the Cemetery.
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* None of these figures reflects the time of the Superintendent of
Cemetery -Forestry.
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February Report
1977
A. Administration
1. Janet Lown, Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, completed her 6 months
probation on February 2. She is a tremendous asset to our staff and the City
is fortunate to have someone of her caliber doing this important work.
7.. Jan. Lown was the guest speaker at a graduate seminar in psychology at the
University of Iowa.
3. Mike Unger met with a Recreation Education program class here at the Center.
4. David Byrd was the guest speaker at a Lions Club noon luncheon.
5. The interior of the Center has received quite a face lifting from paint and
repair work done by Park Division.
Programs - Physical
1. A ski clinic was held at City Park on February 3, 5 and 6 with fair response
considering the cold weather.
2. League programs are progressing in a normal fashion.
3. The annual family table tennis tournament had 84 persons of varying ages
register for singles and doubles events on Sunday February 27.
4. A volleyball clinic was held at the Center the evening of February 28 with a
good turn out.
5. The staff is attempting to work out a logical schedule for gym use time brought
about by basketball and volleyball interests involving both youth and adults.
We a13o have problems with full court and � court basketball games. There
is nut enough time and space for everyone and the opening of school gyms
has not seemed to have lessened the pressure. We have some ideas to try but
anticipate some public complaint (we cannot possibly make everyone happy).
A policy statement and operational plan is being prepared and will be forwarded
for your information and support.
C. S.P.I.
1. Intern Kathy Larson conducted a successful trip to the United Cerebral Palsy
bowling tournament in Marshalltown on February 12.
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February Recreation Report tit. 2 •
D. Social and Cultural •
1. New Horizons, youth cultural arts program on Saturday afternoon, began on
February 26. We are excited about this and hope it will go over with kids.
E.
2. Marilyn and Jan have started a book reading session at Golden Age for those
persons not playing cards or dancing. It is well received.
3. A second masters craft workshop in ceramics was held on the 4, 5 and 6.
4. The monthly Blue Grass and Country music jam sessions are quite popular and
well attended.
5. The senior citizen Valentine dance on February 16 was attended by 63 people.
Misc.
1. Deborah Quade, recreation intern, held a nature hike at Hickory Hill park
on February 26 for 14 people. Enjoyable.
2. The pilot program at Mark IV for crafts and games has an attendance of at
least 12 children.
3. The pilot at West High has been fairly well attended by youth and adults but
next to zero from Mark IV.
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F. Planning:
1. Plans continuing for Nonesuch Fair and Celebration of Abilities for April 22-24.
2. Synchronized swim program beginning in Center Pool.
3. Lifesaving class starting the first of March and a WSA class to begin soon.
4. Plans are being formulated to conduct the first WSI class at the Center and
at the Field House pool.
The pilots at 5 elementary schools in the evening vary in attendance from very
good (25-35) at Lemme and 25 (youth only) at Mann, to 7 - 9 at Wood, Twain •
and Horn.
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
DATE: March 4, 1977
TO: Dennis Showalter, Director of Parks & Recreation
FROM: Robert Howell, Park Superintendent
RE: February Monthly Report
A. Work Projects for February (Park Division)
1. Repaired and painted 62 park benches.
2. Maintained skating rinks through February B.
3. Sanding and snow removal (4 occasions).
4. Cut and stockpiled firewood.
5. Installed handicapped facilities in City Park restroom.
6. Performed regular equipment repair and maintenance.
7. Re -painted and repaired existing play equipment.
B. Repaired vandalized foot bridge in Terrell Mill Park.
9. Cleaned up brush and limbs in all park areas.
10. Started installation of new playground equipment.
B. Work Projects (other departments)
1. Sludge hauling (Pollution Control) - 56 hours.
2. Street tree pruning - 272 hours.
3. Painting, repair, etc. (Rec Center) - 350 hours.
4. Installation of handicapped facilities (Police Dept.) -
20 hours.
5. Guard railing and steps (bus barn) - 72 hours.
6. Urban Renewal and downtown cleanup - 34 hours.
C. Administration, Miscellaneous
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1 opened bids on new tractor and loader (February 3).
2. Preparing specs for Mercer ballfield lighting.
3. Attended Staff Meeting (February 11).
4. Met with fire insurance representative (February 11).
5. Meeting with play equipment representatives (2 occasions).
6. Attended Parks and Recreation Commission meeting
(February 9).
7. Assisted with City Park tree planting plan.
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inl•IA CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY REPnRT
FEBRUARY 1777
RDRERT P. KEATINR, FIRE CHIEF
FEBRUARY ACTIVITIES
The Fire Department responded to a total of 49 emergencies during the month
of February. This is up 44" over the previous month. However, the department
was sucessful in keeping the total fire loss for the month at " ,527.nn.
Many potentially larger loss fires were averted by quick detection and prompt
response.
The department investigated and established the cause for all fires occurring
during the month.
The Fire Prevention Rureau has completed posting crowd capacities in drinking
establishments in Iowa City. New businesses are being posted as they open.
The department is now in the process of conducting fire inspections of the
businesses in outlying areas.
Feb. 28, Capt. Raymond Hess completed his employment with the Iowa City Fire
Department and retired after 27 yoars and R months of service.
FUTURE ACTIVITIES
The department will make preparations for two officers to attend National
Instructors Conference, to he held at Memphis, Tennessee, March 22 through
25th.
Reserve Pumper f365 has been returned to Central Station. Evaluation of -the
the pumper was made and work will begin to restore f365 to a reliable condition
for reserve equipment.
During the up -coming mnnth,late spring and early summer activities, such as
hose testing and pumper, testing, will he planned and scheduled.
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I'ISPEM. O.'IS
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75
59,740.11
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LAWRENCF H. KIMMEY
FIRE MARSHAL
MARCH 7, 1877
TO: ROBERT P. KEATI"In
SIIRJECT: MONTHLY REPORT FOR FEPRUARY 1977
The following is a report of the activities of the Fire Marshal's Office
for the month of February 1n77.
The Fire Marshal attended the annual Di -State Fire Prevention Conference.
at Rock Island, Illinois, February 7 through 11. There were several
excellent speakers for this event. The most interesting was generated by
Fire Marshal Howard Boyd from Ilashville, Tennessee. His very interesting
topic was the first seven chanters of "lnl Life Safety Code."
'necial Inspections and Corrections. Letters sent.
OrinRi2 sta shments - 2
Multi -Dwelling -
Day Care - 3
Assembly - 3
Youth Shelter - I
Recovery Center (alcoholism) - 2
Snecial Inspection Mew Buildings
Apartments - 3
Office - 2
Single -Family (with fireplace) - 2
Set Fire Investigations
Apartment Rwel I ings -
Both fires were apparently set by juveniles, due to the evidence left.
Letters were sent to both apartment buildings on the seriousness of set
fires and the penalties that would he involved. The results have been good.
Building Plan Review - 5
Sprinkler Plans reviewed - 3
Correction Letters to Elementary Schools - 3
All correction letters have been completed to elementary schools. The
personnel have been very concerned with repairing the deficiencies found in these
buildings.
Follow-up Inspections made by Firefighters - r.
Te -se -Were special inspections that Fire. Department officers requested the
Fire !Iarshal to enforce.
Fire Marshal - February - Page 2
Various Complaints received and corrected - 5
Meeting with Real Estate Personnel on Fire Codes - 2
flew 1976 Life Safety Code Nooks received.
Fire !larshal used I day vacation.
Respectfully submitted,
Lawrence H. Kinney
Fire Marshal
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TRAINING REPORT • • FEBRUARY 1977
Shift #1
No,
of Hours
218
No, of Drills
41
Shift #2
No.
of Hours
218
No. of Drills
1" _
Shift #3
No.
of Hours
713
No. of Drills
35
TOTAL NO.
OF HOURS
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TOTAL NO. OF DRILLS
11F
'..q" Hose
EQUIPKE2M
300
AT DRILLS
Truck #354 q
3" hose
car #36o
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350
Truck #361 A
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600
Truck #362 a
Ft. of Booster
2OO
Truck #363 4
Ft. of Ladders
78
Truck #364 7
Times Pump Used 8 Truck #365 4
8 Truck #366 10
':Nozzle Linea _
.,Othor Minor Lquipmont
Truck #367 r
van #369 F
The Fire Department Officers conducted a total of 116 various drills during the month. The
``Fire Fighters received 66n man hours of instruction.
The question and answer bulletins were started again this month. The hook that we are now
workiT with is "Firefighting Strategy P, Leadership".
The -Fire Department Officers are doing a good job on their training records, in conjunction
w ,t�i the apprenticeship training. All training has been taken from the ?IFPA 1001 "Firefighters
rofessional Oualifications."
Also met with Nr. Jack Newton, Department of Labor, on our training orogram.
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POLICE DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT
February, 1977
General:
A total of 1857 citizen generated requests for police service
were received during the month. Increases in types of reported
crimes were noted in rape, burglary, larceny, sex offenses, drug
violations, disorderly conduct, O.M.V.U.I., and juvenile violations.
Other categories of crimes either remained at the same rate of
reported occurrences as in January, 1977, or declined. Motor
vehicle accidents were significantly below the prior month. More
than 2000 parking violations were written in February and the
total arrest rate for all crimes and violations was 2635. Cases
assigned for investigative follow-up numbered 87. Thirty-four
cases were closed or cleared by arrest.
Animal Shelter activities increased markedly during the month.
Consequently, revenues realized by the operation rose accordingly.
Statistical summaries are attached.
Personnel 6 Training:
Two officers completed basic training at the Iowa Law Enforce-
ment Academy in February. Dan Dreckman has been assigned to the
3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. shift and Pat Tadlock to the 11:00 p.m. to
7:00 a.m. shift.
Two officers (Klug 6 Neuzil) attended a Street Officers Law
School in Cedar Rapids.
Officer Bill Cook, Records Supervisor was assigned to Polygraph
School in Philadelphia under a grant from the Eastern Iowa Regional
Crime Commission. When the training is completed the Department
will have the capability to administer these tests, a capability
that has been unavailable since Sgt. Hogan resigned to become
Chief of Police in Muscatine.
Administrative:
Interview Process for Deputy Chief; Captain and Sergeant
was completed during the month. Officer Daily Reports were adopted
and placed in use by the Department, (sample attached). Depart-
mental personnel spoke to or gave demonstrations for thirteen
schools, social/civic groups during February.
In cooperation with the Legal Department resolutions establish-
ing a new schedule of fees for pet adoptions and receipt of animals
from outside the corporate limits of Iowa City were adopted.
Construction on the locker room for women officers finally
got underway.
A good deal of time was spent with various groups in regard
to the proposed County/City Law Enforcement Center.
Future Activities:
Installation of new communications system.
Drafting of new bicycle ordinance.
Recruit testing and full staffing of the Department.
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MOR S uu
DATE: t•tarch 2, 1977
TO: Dep. Chief K. L. Stock
FROM: Sgt. Crowley
RE: pIonthly Report - Det. Bureau Activities, Feb. 1977
Total of 87 cases assigned for follow-up investigation
by the Det. Bureau.
34 cases closed/cleared by arrest
36 cases reported as B&E/Att. B&E
(6 non -residence)
(30 residence)
(see attached sheets for location, area, m.o., etc.
It should be noted that the new reporting system was
initiated on February 11, 1977. This system provides
more information than the previous reporting procedure.
Hence, additional mileage and assignment responsibilities
could only be estimated, and that information was not
added to this report.
Report #1 is a compilation of all detective bureau
activities.
Report #2 is individual officers monthly total.
The B&E offense continues to be the main concern of all
officers.
ARRESTS MADE BY POLICE
1. CRIMINAL HOMICIDE
-`. 2. RAPE
3'. ROBBERY
4. ASSAULT
5.BURGLARY
6. LARCENY THEFT
(r.7. MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
OTHER ASSAULTS
9. 'ARSON
10.' FORGERY AND COUNTERFEITING
11. FRAUD
t` 12. EMBEZZLEMENT
.<13. STOLEN PROPERTY Buying, Receiving, Possessing
^'14. VANDALISM
5. WEAPONS Carrying, Possessing etc.
PROSTITUTION AND COMMERCIALIZED VICE
SEX OFFENSES
,s;'."18.- NARCOTIC DRUG LAWS
19.'' GAMBLING
'. 20. OFFENSES AGAINST THE FAMILY AND CHILDREN
21. DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE
.. 22. LIQUOR LAWS
23. DRUNKENNESS
>' 24. DISORDERLY CONDUCT
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25. VAGRANCY
26. ALL OTHER OFFENSES (DoE calls, Criminal Trespass, etc.)
27. SUSPICION
28. - CURFEW AND LOITERING
29. RUN AWAYS
30. TRAFFIC
31., PARKING
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0
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13
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1
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4. ASSAULT
11
6
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5. BURGLARY
21
38
!
82
101
4 '6. LARCENY-
21
7
!
1
7. AUTO THEFT
0
0
! I !
•. OTHER ASSAULTS
4
7
9. FORGERY AND COUNTERFEITING
32
25
I
10. EMBEZZLEMENT AND FRAUD
11. STOLEN•PROPERTY
0
1
'
12. WEAPONS
0
0
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13.1 PROSTITUTION
0
0
14. SEX OFFENSES
5
9
15. OFFENSES AGAINST FAMILY AND-CHILDREN
39
31
1
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3
11
1
0
I I 1
17: LIQUOR LAWS
22
14
18.DRUNKENNESS
a
45
51
19. DISORDERLY CONDUCT
20. VAGRANCY
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21. GAMBLING
0
0
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22. DRIVING WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF LIQUOR
24
33
14
16
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23, VIOLATION OF ROAD AND DRIVING LAWS
292
253
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24, PARKING VIOLATIONS_
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52 1 35
886 831
19 29
45 45
i
25 38
1 0
14 14
269 128
0 0
0 0
1 0
0 0
0 0
34 58
0 0
3 2
3 1
1 13
3 2
1 3
23 32 I
18 16
12 4
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52 1 35
886 831
19 29
45 45
i
25 38
1 0
14 14
269 128
0 0
0 0
1 0
0 0
0 0
34 58
0 0
3 2
3 1
1 13
3 2
1 3
23 32 I
18 16
12 4
lupuASAP'REPORT- DATA BASE -AS OF•2-28-77
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:.. FY
FG 76
FY
75 3 4
1
:
5 7-' 8_
JULY-
OCT-
.JAN-
APR-;
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OCT.
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SEPT
DEC
NAR
JUNE.
TOTALS
SEPT
DEC
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14AR
.JUNE
TOTALS.
SEPT
DEC
14AR
1974
1974
1975
1975
1975
1976
1976
i1 Q793
11 97A
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OHVUI ARRESTS
21
28 .:
20
23
92 "
25
23
20
33
101
35
62
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BAC%.AVERAGE
.200%
.209%
.135%
.206%
.210%
,208%
.207%
'.202%
.213%
,I70%
.203%r
EFUSAL RATE
CHEMICAL TEST
42.8%.42.8%
25%
30%
44%
34.7%
20% '
24.2%
14.3
25.8% 25%'
•
CASA OiS14ISSED
2:
2
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ARGE REDUCED
3
12 1
�FERRED SENTENCE •
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0
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18 31
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CONVICTION RATE
I '80%
46•.,6.
17
19� I
1'nis Month 11AS Month This Year Last Year
(Last Year) to hate to Late
Dup Complaints
Cat Canplaints
'
.5
Total z2laints
Irrmundi.ng Record
Voluntary (Dogs)
Pick up (Dogs)
Owner (Cats)
Stra (Cats)
QtA o- o"im 0R 'P
Disposals
Dogs Adopted
Dogs Reclaimed
Cats Adopted
Cats Reclaimed
SUI DOGS
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SUI CATS
P.T.S. Dogs
-P.T.S. Cats
Revenue (in dollars)
6.e+ 0-9 cca"iy •Pees
Adoptions
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Impounding
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S
00
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Tickets Issued
83
Other Animals Picked Up
Pae000n
Opposum
Bats
Birds, Fowl
Wild, other
Skunk
Livestock
Other
O
p
O
Dog Bites
Other Bites
Cat Bites
�.
Rabies (Confirmed)
Dead Animals Picked Up
P71
moped
Bikes
Iowa City Police Dept.
OFFICER DAILY REPORT
Date
Day of Week
OfricerlD Number
Name:
Non-moving Violations
Shift
Patrol Area
Single )Double
J. Written Warnings
2nd Off. ID Number
Vehicle Number
FJB 605e
Burns, Frank J/0
1 Animal
3-11 P.M.P,M,
Ambulance Assists
❑ ❑
1 Case Investigations
Accidents-PropertyDama a
Incident Reports
Hours Actually Worked
Reg. Hours Comp. Used
Sick Used
Vacation Used
Holiday Used
Day Off
Overtime Earned
Special Iva
To
Other
Odometer End
Vehicle Condition:
Fuel • Gals.
Odometer Stan
Odo
Oil • Ots.
-
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I Odometer
Mileage
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Remarks: "
Officer Signature
Sergeant Signature
D. Harris
Work Summary
Ra dio Dispatched Complaints
17 Parking Tickets Issued
Non-moving Violations
Administrative Downtime
er Observed Complaints
Public Assists
J. Written Warnings
A.T.L. Put Out
orts
Fires Assists
Alarms
1 Animal
Recovered Stolen Vehicles
Ambulance Assists
Felony Arrests
1 Case Investigations
Accidents-PropertyDama a
Incident Reports
Misdemeanor Arrests
Court
Accidents- Personal In'u
Supplemental Reports
OMVUI Arrests
Other
Vlnvinn vinlatinns
Information / Wanted Req.
Other
Time Rec, Incident
Polygraph - 1
Civil - 1
Stakeout'- 1
Photograph - 1
Child ablae,
Location
Activities
Captain Signature
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Languages ......................4
Idusic & Dance..................4
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ARTS AND CRAFTS
HACAP wants volunteers to teach crafts
classes.
Mary Ann can teach crocheting.
Grace would like to exchange knitting
and: -_crocheting patterns.
Carolyn wants to learn leather
working.
.Gail can do art work for anybody
that needs it; can teach it too.Silver-
smithing, jewelry contruction centri-
fugal casting, stained glass leading.
Leigh can each calligraphy, book-
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Bruce wants models to draw.
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BOOKS AND MAGAZINES
Trade in old paperbacks for different
ones; or buy a book for 3S¢. Paperback
Book Exchange, Center East. (lours are
1:00 to 4:30 Mon., Wed., and Fri.
I want the November, 1976 issue of
New Age magazine. Mary Ann
Leigh can give poetry critiques.
Monica wants to discuss Ayn Rand,
especially Atlas Shrugged and The
Fountainhead.
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HEALTH
Morgan will teach shiatsu (acu res -
sure) to women in exchange for recorder_
lessons.
Linda went to LaMaze school for 2'
years; she'll teach natural childbirth.
Morgan wants formal eye therapy
training using the Bates __method.
Bob wants information on NORML--
National Organization for Repeal of
Marijuana Lawa. Is it in Iowa City?
Carolyn wants to learn massage.
Dan is leading a seminar on polarity
treatment on March 12 and 13.
Jim wants to get together with people
into natural healing, yoga, acupressure,
7omcopat1jy,. herbal healing yglarity
treatments, relexolog!V bioenergotic6,
mid any other health alternative.
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THROUGH SUbIDAY, MARCH 27, YOU WON'T
YOU CAN CALL LINK'S DIRECTOR ROSIE
NUMBER IS 337-5617.
HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Dick can do counseling.
Julia wants to get together
with others interested in trans-
actional analysis.
Monica wants to find people
to discuss Myers -Briggs Type
Indicator, a psychological instru-
ment based on the theory of Carl
Jung. `
Birthright is a confidential
emergency pregnancy service.
Volunteers are available to give
emotional and practical support
to any woman faced with an un-
timely pregnancy, regardless of
marital status or economic
situation.
The Rape Crisis Line gives
advice, and assistance to women
who have been raped.They have a
speakers and information bureau
to talk to groups about Rape.
They have a, training program for
advocates.
Alcbh6lism is a common prob.
lem. There are A. A. meetings at
noon Saturdays at the School of
Social Work, corner of Capitol .
and Davenport Streets. There are
also meetings Wednesday noons at
Wesley house, 120 N. Dubuque.
! Stanley wants to help people
stoo watchine TV.
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BRUSH UP... , on old skills
GET INVOLVED .... in the community
GROW.... culturally, emotionally
DISCOVER. ...untapped or hidden
resources in goirrself•and all:around
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OCCULT AND PSYCHIC PHENOMENA
Jim can teach psychic phenomena
and wants to do a directory of
occult subjects.
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HOBBIES
Diane loves antiques and wants
someone to go with her to auctions.
Deborah wants to know about
collecting butterflies and how to
unfold commercial mailed butter
flies.
Sharon and Mary Ann are
interested in genealogy (family
tree.)
Bob can teach juggling.
Dick wants to meet others
interested in insulator collecting.
Carolyn wants to learn magic.
Elizabeth wants to meet other
people interested in stamp collec4
ting.
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SPORTS AND GAMES
Adolfo can teach aikido.
Larry can teach backgammon
and Carolyn wants to learn it.
BIC (Bicyclists of Iowa City)
meets monthly and is having a
tailwind ride Saturday, March 19.
Adele wants game players for
bridge, hearts, scrabble.
Carolyn wants to learn falconry..
Michael is a teen-ager inter-
ested in long-d_i.stance runnier and
high jum in ; wants advice.
Bob wants to learn figure
skating on ice and/or roller
skates.
Julie is looking for good
voLleyball_pinycrs.
Marcy wants to learn yoga.
Nancy wants to rent or borrow
a four -pound backpack and a two -
person tent to go camping.
Judy wants a place to board her
horse:
Roger has antique skis.
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LANGUAGES
Terry can teach Dutch.
Matt needs to learn to speak French
fluently before summer. He can teach
jazz piano in return.
Mai would like to talk to or corres-
pond with someone with a good French
background.
Jean can teach German.
Kim and Ruth want to learn Nor-
wegian. Jim can teach it.
Geri wants to learn Polish.
Carolyn would like to tutor or teach
first-year Russian.
Adolfo can teach Italian, Spanish,
and German.
Chris would like to meet someone to
speak Spanish with; also needs tennis
partner.
Want to join a beginning group in
conversational Spanish? Call Nancy.
Margaret can speak Swedish.
.ome Successful Links:
Afore new people are coming to Go
club at Union on Wed. evenings.
Community Experimental Educational
Center got several new volunteers.
Several people got together to learn
Spanish over several months' time.
People have found racquetball and
tennis partners thru Link.
Joel got information on hypnosis.
Marge found someone to teach her
nonverbal daughter sign language.
Romano got guitar lessons.
Kris found swimming companions --
s e was new in town.
' Michael and Frank helped people
'regarding small businesses.
John made contact with several
musicians --he plays 6 instruments.
MUSIC AND DANCE
Nancy: Ffusical games and aware-
ness for children ages S-10 (or anyone
interested). working with rhythms,
notes, and general good fun.
Barbara would like to borrow Pidno
music --classical, jazz, or ragtime. She
is interested in using a piano several
times a weak.
Andy: Square dance caller and
musicians available to play for dances.
Ron can teach flute and fnudamen-
tals_ of music theory.
Hugh makes dulcimers.
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More MUSIC AND DANCE
Jim is looking for aug itar
teacher for a young person.
Chris wants to learn beginning
acoustic guitar.
David wants to teach classical
guitar.
Kenny and Sandy want to learn to
play piano.
Susan wants to learn to play the
recorder. She can teach crocheting or
Tutor—Spanish, in exchange.
Nancy can teach the violin. She's
especially interested in teaching kids.
Ron, a drummer in a band, is
looking for a vocalist.
If you know you're going to move,
or your interests change, or you call
names we give you and they are no
longer interested, let us know. It
will make the information we give you
more accurate.
Link gets many requests for infor-
mation that aren't printed, because We
refer them to people already in our
files. We suggest that even if we give
you names, you register for the news-
letter; there may be people who read
the next newsletter who can also help
with what you called us about.
If you get no response to your
entry of 3-12 months ago, give us
another call and we'll print it again.
New people with new interests come in
contact with Link every day.
NATURE AND ECOLOGY
Jean is interested in energy
conservation.
Dennis is interested in land
reform.
Connie wants to borrow or rent
a truck to haul •re-cyclables within
Iowa City-Coralvillc area for a few
hours a week.
Amarotte wants to find other
people to hunt wildflowers in the
spring.
More successful Links:
Kathy got in touch with a nian from
Poland.
Marge and Nancy are eschanginy
baby-sitting_
Rosie and Shoila went on a Sunday
outing with their children.
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SCIENCE
Jane is looking for a tutor for
a college -level anatomy class.
Joan: I would like to locate a
companion for a man who is very interes-
ted in learning about engineering (pipe-
lines, water systems, telephone lines,
transportation).
Leo from Des Moines would like to
exchange letters with people interested
in meteorology, old 45 records, UFO's,
men's liberation, radio DXing, an
encounter group by mail, wild food,
mime, etc.
Jane needs to borrow aep anut plant
to show kids for a school project. She
needs it by March 28.
Sue is interested in getting to-
gether with other people interested in
solar energy: She has a large library
on solar engineering and has been to
a seminar on the subject.
Kirkwood spring classes beging April
4. Call 338-3658 for more information.
There will be a Re-entry Workshop
on April 30, 8:30 to 4:00 for students
who have made the decision to return to
college or for those thinking about re-
turning. Pre -register by April 22 by
calling 353-6260. Childcare will be pro-
vided. There is a small registration
fee.
Ilore Successful Links:
Connie taught rock climbing one
weekend in Wisconsin.
1 Marie found a ballroom dancing
partner.
Warren found others interestd in
exploring haunted houses.
Ken kept up on his soap opera when
his work hours changed.
Frank got a volleyball team started.
Chris got advice on buying a car.
Pat and Mike got together to play
guitar.
Holly gave some fiddle lessons.
Teresa is learning German.
Bob got one employee and 0710 student -
for his carpertry shop.
Brent got tip on high -'um inq.
Astrology and occult fans have
exchanged theories and experiences.
Chris found people interested in
his alternative school_ foc' P:id.c 5 n.
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The next Link catalog, listing 800
subjects, will be printed in Play. If
you want the current one, come pick up
a January cataloy/newsletter at the Link
office in Center East. We will be
printing our monthly newsletter in April.
OCCUPATIONS, PRACTICAL SKILLS, EQUIPMENT
Renee's 1974 VW van with a Porche
engine needs a carburetor adjustment. In
exchange, she offers painting, silk-
screening, sewing, food, or money.
Esther wants a reader to make a
tape for a blind man. Maryellen wants to
read and make tapes for blind people.
Rhonda wants to start a small bus_i-
ness to do interior decorating. She
wants to talk to people who know about
small businesses.
Walt can give you help in building
a wooden camper or topper for a pickup.
Bob is looking for experienced per-
sons for cabinetry, furniture repair,
and custom remoldeling and repair. Must
be available in March.
Lara has an air brush. She will
exchange its use for information on cus-
tom painting.
Jim wants to learn how to roast a
pi.& in a Pit.
Mary Ann repairs lawn mowers.
D.J. wants to learn more about
motorcycle maintenance; he can teach the
simple things about it.
Mary Ann can sew.
Marge wants to find people who want
to learn and/or practice sign lan uage.
Diane wants to Learn it.
Bruce will repair TV's for non-
profit groups for little or no money.
Marge wants to talk to someone who
makes yogurt.
John wants to tlak to someone who
has a composter.
Judy wants to exchange surplus sew-
ing supplies (zippers, ribbons, fabric).
Patti wants to rent garden plots.
Morgan wants old sails, a used para-
chut_e_, or old tents.
Tim wants to find a V14 to make into
a truck. It doesn't need an engine.
The Free Store is a cooperative
community exchange for clothesaand smnl.l.
household Fpods.
F11SCE.T.LANEOUS
Mic would like to bOrr1114 n no::nnlly
repr.uhirtive binrk mnlo Cat.
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More Successful Links:
An 11 -year-old found new chess com-
petitors; he's beaten most of them.
Alicia learned about graphics, and
she might help with layout for the next
newspaper -type Link.
Jenny got a chemistry tutor.
Sharon is teaching midwifery.
Charlene is learning to crochet.
Jeff learned about model railroading.
Mary got lots of people to sign a
petition to get Mary Hartman back on an
area TV station.
People are getting together to play
their dulcimers.
Leigh is learning Esperanto.
People found teachers for Norwegian,
German, Italian, Dutach, and other things.
Elizabeth is teaching silkscreening.
George, 76, is using someone's sew-
ing machine.
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IT'S YOUR TOWfl
I Published by the Committee on Community Needs March 1977
Rental Housing Conditions Improve
I WHAT IS HOUSING CODE ENFORCEMENT?
The City Council had heard many citizen complaints about the deteriorating rental housing
stock in Iowa City. They reviewed the ordinance which defines minimum standards for safe
and sanitary housing. It was decided to utilize available Community Development resources
for a systematic inspection program, door-to-door in specified neighborhoods, to help
property owners identify housing conditions that were in violation of the minimum housing
code and to insure that all multi -unit structures had rental permits as specified by City
ordinance. Inspection of rental units is mandatory and owner occupied units are inspected
on request or complaints.
WHAT ARE THE PROCEDURES FOR CODE ENFORCEMENT?
1. A City Inspector inspects each structure containing rental units within the code enforce-
ment program area to identify unsafe and unsanitary situations that could potentially
be a threat to the occupants' health and safety.
2. The property owner is sent a report, notifying him/her of any violations and specifying
„•,._:;_- what must be.done to obtain a valid rental permit. A permit is required for all rental
units.
3. 'If violations were found on the first visit, a follow-up visit is later scheduled to
review.the structure's condition again.
All structures containing rental units must meet minimum housing standards if the
property owner wishes to rent units. A Certification of Compliance is issued which
permits a housing unit to be rented.
"- WHERE ARE THE SYSTEMATIC INSPECTIONS?
The mid-section of Iowa City was chosen for
the housing code enforcement area. it is
shown on the map to the left. It is the
A � oldest portion of the City and due to age,
_ many of the structures are deteriorating.
Because it is situated near the University
and the central business district, there
is a high demand for rental units and many
of the large homes have been subdivided
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„I
into apartments.
'•WHERE CAN YOU FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE PROGRAM?
Call the Civic Center (354-1800) and talk to one of the inspectors or call one of the
Committee on Community Needs members listed below.
This newsbulletin was developed by the Committee on Community Needs to keep you Informed about the federally funded
Community Development Projects in Iowa City. Members of the committee include: Ilorace Amidon, Leslic Anderson, (ton
Bohlken, Ira Rolnick, Sharon Bonney, Doris Bridgeman, Tom Click, llary Coogan, Pill Dennis, Jim Hall, Bob Hibbs, Milo
Peclna, Mary Rock, and Peter Verstegen.
3rd Year C#nmunity Devel*ment Plan
17 Com ingeuey
11 Progrm Ad'lnistration 7 - $:4,800
5,.7i - $11°,194
10 Aapc Psu rent ion
7 Lind on
a.4z • 0, 000
8 Bus Acquhltinu\
2.41 - $J7,000
-- —1 Urban
Acne+al
2 Retarded Citizen_-
201 -
$412,200
Center
2.Ii . $80,000
6 Selor Center—
—2
(lousing Code
tai - $280,000
Enforcement
.7% - $25,000
5 Coel"rehenive.— 3 1buaing
Plan Aehabiiiution
8.6i _ :117,000 17S - $35,0,000
4 Ralston Creek
The City is undertaking neighborhood
improvement and redevelopment projects
within a designated portion of the
community.
A comprehensive approach is being
undertaken. The deterioration of the
area has been caused by flooding from
Ralston Creek, dis-investment in
structures, and lack of sound neighbor-
hood planning. The activities to be
undertaken with Community Development
Block Grant funds will minimize flood-
ing, upgrade the housing stock, upgrade
site conditions, and provide public
services for the elderly and handi-
capped, as well as develop a
Comprehensive Plan to guide future
decision-making to maintain and im-
foW2 Jrd year gmnc - r'i, 08t, 900. a8."-o$589,J06 prove the quality of living environ-
ments throughout Iowa City.
The application is currently being reviewed by Johnson County Regional Planning and East
Central Iowa Association of Regional Planning Commission and will be forwarded to the
`Department of Housing and Urban Development in April.
Copies of the application are available at the public library for your review.
Ralston Creek Effort Flows On by Horace Amidon
.:Those people who for one reason or another have an interest in making this 2000 year old
creek behave itself are watching present efforts with interest. 'there is evidence that a
serious effort is being made--finally--which may convert this stream from a "trouble -making
rmuddy ditch" into a community asset. The fuel for the effort is HCDA money. Ralston Creek
ha§ been recommended annually by the HCDA steering committee since the federal block grant
;,;program's beginning in Iowa City in 1974.
Priof to 1974, many studies had been undertaken but a feasible solution was not identified
andjno really serious attempt could be made to control the flooding ... a project both com-
plex and expensive. And of course, more expensive and complex as time goes on. But, if
esent plans are carried out and if the citizens of Iowa City cooperate, the incidence of
floods can be greatly reduced, if not entirely eliminated.
At present, $800,000 of federal money has been allocated for this project by the City
''Council, upon recommendation of the Committee on Community Needs. Ralston Creek is a high
.,,,priority project (#2) recommended and approved by the Council.
?' The work is in process. There are many details, some of them requiring the cooperation of
'Iowa City citizens. Keep your fingers crossed. Numerous City Councils in the past have
chosen to look the other way but there IS a chance of success this time around.
c.c.n.
DULK RATE
c/o Urban Redevelopment U. S. I'r:1UCE
Civic Center - 410 E. Washington St. P A I D
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
IOWA I:IIY. IOWA
Penna No. 155
lax Fax —
Local Option,
Load Use,
Transient Guest
League of Iowa Municipalities
444 1now anee Exchange Building — Des Moines, Iowa 50309 —Phone 515/288.2119
Problem: FULFILLING CITY OBLIGATIONS WHILE HOLDING
DOWN PROPERTY TAXES
Solution: LOCAL OPTION SALES TAXES
Introduction to Local Option Sales Taxes:
Local Option taxes are taxes imposed -often after a referendum -within a locality by a local
jurisdiction of government. About 4,800 local units of government in 26 states currently have
local option sales tuxes. And 3,500 units in I I states levy local option income taxes. (One
unit of government, a school district, in Iowa has levied a local option income tax. Voters in
two other districts have approved levies for the next budget year.)
Iowa law currently prohibits county and city government from using local non -property tax-
es to finance their activities.
All the states adjoining Iowa authorize local option taxes.
The League Local Option Proposal:
• ONE CENT — Would permit a local sales tax of up to one cent
• REFERENDUM — Only after approval by a majority of local voters by referendum
• PROPERTY TAX REDUCTION — Up to one-half of the revenue earmarked for property
tax reduction
• COUNTYWIDE — First referendum opportunity to be countywide, if rejected by the
county, individual cities could conduct referenda
• AUTO SALES — Would be exempt
• FARM IMPLEMENT SALES — Could be exempt
• PIGGYBACKED ON STATE TAX — Collection would be "piggybacked" on state sales.
tax; no new bureaucracy needed
• DISTRIBUTION BASED ON POPULATION — Each city would receive revenues from
the local option tax based on the proportion of its population in the county; county gov-
ernment would get an amount proportional to the number of persons living in unin-
corporated areas..
OFT -ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT LOCAL OPTION SALES TAX:
Why do cities need more money?
First; inflation is driving up the cost of things cities buy and do. You've probably noticed
that your family's cost for things like insurance and utilities have been rising sharply; cities
face those same cost increases. (Insurance boosts have been hitting cities especially hard ...
up to 1400 per cent in one year for one Iowa city.)
In fact, a study at Western Illinois University shows that the cost of essential municipal sup-
plies and services has been rising 50 per cent faster than the Consumer Price Index.
Second, the state and federal governments have mandated that cities spend more for some
things. In the last two years, the state has said cities must increase their contributions to the
Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System by 50 per cent. Cities also must comply with
costly new regulations for treating sewage and disposing of solid waste.
Third, cities are continually faced with modern-day challenges, problems and opportunities.
Meeting the challenges, solving the problems and capitalizing on the opportunities often
takes money.
Here are a few examples of city activities which arise from our changing society: • Senior
citizen programs, congregate meals, nursing homes were unheard of a decade ago. But ar rise
in the number of elderly has prompted government at all levels to insure that the sunset
years of their residents are rich and comfortable. Cities are joining the endeavor. • A sharp
increase in the crime and delinquency rate requires improved law enforcement efforts. • In-
creased traffic and, especially heavier commercial vehicles, means that better streets and
more street repair is needed.
New challenges loom: energy conservation programs; transit systems; and upgraded water
sanitation to name it few.
Why not raise the state sales tris to finance local governnlents?
Thaws it good idea, and it's one of the League's major legislative policy positions. We call
for increasing the state sales tax by one cent and returning the revenue to cities and counties
on a per capita basis.
But there are at least two fundamental problems with it.
First, raising any statewide tax requires approval of the state legislature and the Governor.
Many political leaders, including the Governor, have said they oppose any increases in state
sales or income taxes at this time, for any purpose.
Second, even if and/or when the legislature would decide to raise the state sales tax, it is un-
likely that the additional funds would be channelled back to cities. The same fiscal pressures
which cause cities to look for other revenue sources also affect state programs and spending.
New revenues probably will be needed for the state budget within the next few years, and
that will preclude new state-generated funds from being sent to local governments.
Also, some legislators feel that returning money to cities from a state sales tax increase
would give funds to many communities that really don't need assistance. Local option taxes,
on the other hand, provide an opportunity for cities with pressing needs, or with the desire
to reduce reliance on the property tax, to let their citizens decide how, and how much, they
want to pay for city services.
Won't local sales taxes create a tax "hodgepodge" and drive customers front
cities and counties which levy the tar to adjoining "non-local-option " areas?
The Advisory.Commission on Intergovernmental Relations asked 178 municipal finance of-
ficers in cities where local option taxes are imposed if there were any adverse commercial
effects.from the tax. Ninety-seven per cent (173) said there were not. Most of them asserted
that sales did not decline after taxes were imposed.
A study of five Tennessee counties by the, Tennessee Taxpayers Association disclosed that
retail`sales trends were unaffected by the adoption of a one-cent local sales tax within those
> Spokesmenifor business associations in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Omaha, Nebraska, told the
League there has beea'no discernible decline in sales as a result of local option sales taxes.
;Studies which have attempted to document the effect of local sales taxes on business volume
is have been inconclusive, but there is no basis for saying that local option has had a signifi-
canteffect on consumer behavior.
case'might be made that lower property taxes resulting from local sales taxes could pro-
r mote,increased,industrial and commercial activity, produce more employment, and lead to
an eveiitual'increase in sales.
t; It is worth'n6ting, also, that Chamber of Commerce leaders are some of the most vocal ad-
.'Vocates of local option taxes.
Wou(rla'f your proposal ntemr rural residents would be paying taxes to a gov-
rnnteiiUn Odch they have no voice?
r Rural residents would have a voice in whether the taxes were to be imposed county-wide.
The government which serves them, county government , would receive it full share of
county-wide taxes based on population in rural areas.
If, the full county rejects the proposal, however, rural residents would not vote in the
referenda,of.individual cities. If passed by individual cities, rural residents would benefit
from city-collected takes to the'extent that they use city services funded by the taxes ...
streets, parks and golf courses, libraries, and city police and fire facilities. They also benefit
from services cities provide to tax-exempt organizations like schools and churches.
r Rural residents now are getting all the advantages of city services without paying any direct
taxes to,support the city.
Don't rtiral residents pay city, property tares indirectly ... through their sup-
- of city businesses that pay property taxes?
" To some extent, but commercial property valuations make up only 20 per cent of total city
property valuation statewide. The heaviest burden (53 per cent) for city services is carried
directly by homeowners.
If the rural contribution to city property taxes through commercial properly utxpayers were
computed, the amount would be insignificant balanced against the service provided or city
facilities made available to the rural resident.
1
I thought lova cities have "Hone Ride. " Why can't they just go ahead cold
levy a sales, or any other, tar if they wish?
The power to finance city government was not included in the Home Rule Amendment to
the Iowa Constitution, and specific authority for any local taxing power must be granted by
the state legislature.
Suppose nap city adopts a local option sales tar. How do I kno, my city
property taxes woWl increase again next year?
When the local option sales tax is implemented in your city, your city's General Fund
property taxes will be reduced by a specified amount up to 50 per cent of the funds generat-
ed by the local option tax.
In subsequent years, under the League proposal, your city's General Fund property taxes
will be frozen at that reduced level. Local option sales taxes will GUARANTEE property
tax reduction.
STATEMENTS BY SOME SUPPORTERS OF LOCAL OPTION
Governor Robert D. Ray — " .. Cities, counties and other local jurisdictions face many
heavy demands. It is my belief that if the people of a community so desire, they should have
the authority to seek other revenue sources (than the property tax). In the spirit of Home
Rule, I recommend that local governments be allowed to have a local option sales tax if the
people vote to have it ..." 1977 Budget Message.
- Stale Sen. Earl Willits, Des Moines, Assistant Majority Leader — " ...Local option gives
local government the flexibility to structure revenue sources according to local needs ... As
a legislator, local option has some political appeal for me; if local governments have other
sources of revenue (than the property tax) from which to choose, citizens can't come to me
..to complain about high property taxes ..." Interview in Iowa Municipalities, November,
1976.
Stale Rep. Joan Lipsky, Cedar Rapids, Assistant Minority Leader —" .. Beyond those
(basic) services, local people should make their own decisions and tax themselves as they
wish ...^ Interview by the Associated Press, December, 1976.
Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations, Washington, D.C., (The commission
is an independent group which studies the interaction between federal, state, and local gov-
ernments) —" ... The Commission recommends that state governments permit general
purpose local governments to diversify their revenue structures by levying either a local
sales tax or a local income lax or both ." Recommendation #1, ACIR Commission
Report
League of Women Voters of Iowa —" ... The League of Women Voters of Iowa supports
local option luxation as a means of broadening the sources of revenue available to Iowa
cities ..." Member Agreement on Municipal Finance, 1976.
1976 platform of the Iowa Republican Party — " ... The Republicans of Iowa urge the
legislature to consider local option taxes which would reduce reliance of property taxes for
local services ..."
Woodbury County Tax Research Conference —"... The Tax Research Conference has en-
dorsed local option taxation as a means to provide property rax relief to homeowners and to
give local units of government a means to solve their own financial problems .. " State-
ment to a joint meeting of the Iowa House and Senate Cities and Ways and Means Commit-
tees, 1975
Iowa Association of Realtors — "... Sources of revenue other than real property taxation
should be developed and expanded. We support local option sales tax for local governments
..." 1976 Policy Position.
The Grenter Des Moines Chamber of Commerce — " ... Support it local option sales lax
proposal which would authorize a local sales tax up to one cent ..." 1977 Policy Position.
John Q. Public — Two surveys show public support for meal option taxes. The first was
conducted by the City of Cedar Rapids. In that mail poll, 5,492 respondents of 7,732 (71 per
cent) favored local option. In a poll conducted by the Iowa House of Representatives Public
Information Office at the Iowa State Fair, 182 of 253 respondents endorsed local option sales
taxes.
I thought lova cities have "Hone Ride. " Why can't they just go ahead cold
levy a sales, or any other, tar if they wish?
The power to finance city government was not included in the Home Rule Amendment to
the Iowa Constitution, and specific authority for any local taxing power must be granted by
the state legislature.
Suppose nap city adopts a local option sales tar. How do I kno, my city
property taxes woWl increase again next year?
When the local option sales tax is implemented in your city, your city's General Fund
property taxes will be reduced by a specified amount up to 50 per cent of the funds generat-
ed by the local option tax.
In subsequent years, under the League proposal, your city's General Fund property taxes
will be frozen at that reduced level. Local option sales taxes will GUARANTEE property
tax reduction.
STATEMENTS BY SOME SUPPORTERS OF LOCAL OPTION
Governor Robert D. Ray — " .. Cities, counties and other local jurisdictions face many
heavy demands. It is my belief that if the people of a community so desire, they should have
the authority to seek other revenue sources (than the property tax). In the spirit of Home
Rule, I recommend that local governments be allowed to have a local option sales tax if the
people vote to have it ..." 1977 Budget Message.
- Stale Sen. Earl Willits, Des Moines, Assistant Majority Leader — " ...Local option gives
local government the flexibility to structure revenue sources according to local needs ... As
a legislator, local option has some political appeal for me; if local governments have other
sources of revenue (than the property tax) from which to choose, citizens can't come to me
..to complain about high property taxes ..." Interview in Iowa Municipalities, November,
1976.
Stale Rep. Joan Lipsky, Cedar Rapids, Assistant Minority Leader —" .. Beyond those
(basic) services, local people should make their own decisions and tax themselves as they
wish ...^ Interview by the Associated Press, December, 1976.
Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations, Washington, D.C., (The commission
is an independent group which studies the interaction between federal, state, and local gov-
ernments) —" ... The Commission recommends that state governments permit general
purpose local governments to diversify their revenue structures by levying either a local
sales tax or a local income lax or both ." Recommendation #1, ACIR Commission
Report
League of Women Voters of Iowa —" ... The League of Women Voters of Iowa supports
local option luxation as a means of broadening the sources of revenue available to Iowa
cities ..." Member Agreement on Municipal Finance, 1976.
1976 platform of the Iowa Republican Party — " ... The Republicans of Iowa urge the
legislature to consider local option taxes which would reduce reliance of property taxes for
local services ..."
Woodbury County Tax Research Conference —"... The Tax Research Conference has en-
dorsed local option taxation as a means to provide property rax relief to homeowners and to
give local units of government a means to solve their own financial problems .. " State-
ment to a joint meeting of the Iowa House and Senate Cities and Ways and Means Commit-
tees, 1975
Iowa Association of Realtors — "... Sources of revenue other than real property taxation
should be developed and expanded. We support local option sales tax for local governments
..." 1976 Policy Position.
The Grenter Des Moines Chamber of Commerce — " ... Support it local option sales lax
proposal which would authorize a local sales tax up to one cent ..." 1977 Policy Position.
John Q. Public — Two surveys show public support for meal option taxes. The first was
conducted by the City of Cedar Rapids. In that mail poll, 5,492 respondents of 7,732 (71 per
cent) favored local option. In a poll conducted by the Iowa House of Representatives Public
Information Office at the Iowa State Fair, 182 of 253 respondents endorsed local option sales
taxes.
LOCAL OPTION TAX FAX
DETAILS OF THE
LEAGUE'S LOCAL
SALES TAX PROPOSAL
Authority could be sought for a local sale
_ ru clop to lt�.
The residents of a given dry or county would
have to vote in favor of a local sales tss
before it would be implemented.
A specific percentage (e.g. 507.) of the new
mmue from the local as would have to be
used to reduce existing property use.
I( the local sale, tax is approved by nfcenduns
for an mute -county, thenew revenues
would h returned io each city and to the
county gomMus ent based on each unit's
0peremtage of the county's total population.
Load sales to would "piggyback" on sure
'_sales tax:. There Tadd be no local bureaus
raq. Only items now subject to the state
'sales tai would be subject in the local sales
i tax
' '-Benue automobile aaales cun fall into the
ua category in lows, they would not
be subject tos local sales W. The proposal,
extends only to sales usa; nm to use taxes.
r
r^ hems would be'wed only .t. the point of
v ; sale (ate of the vendor), not at the point of
alum le use
The General Assembly might wait m
exempting other types of, sale,
- from a local sales tax, such u major fum
''.implement purchun.
STATES WITH LOCAL OPTION SALES TAXES
Alabama
Kaasas
Ohio
Alaska
Louisiana
Oklahoma
Arizona
Minnesota
South Dakota
Arkansas
Missouri
Tennessee
California
Nebraska
Texas
Colorado
Nevada
Utah
District of Columbia
New Mexico
Virginia
Georgia
New York
Washington
Illinois
North Carolina
Wyoming
Why do cities need more money?
EXAMPLES OF RISING COSTS
Liability Insurance prcmums—from 20 to 1,400 per cent in various Iowa cities
Increases in IPERS payments—from 3.5 to 5.25 per cent or payroll (a 30 per cent increase)
statewide in Mo yon
Posuge-30 per cent Sinn 1972:
Traffic Paint -30 percent Gasoline &Oil -90 per cent
Lime -60 per cent in two year Concrete &Surd -96 per cent
Cast lora Pipe -110 per cent
Diesel Fuel -159 per cent _
Typewmer Piper -101 per cent
Antifreeze -456 per cent -
POTENTIAL IMPACT ON GENERAL FUND ASKINGS
' If one-half of the revenues from a local option sales tax were applied
to property taxes, tax levies in the following cities would fall by these
percentages:
Local No. of
-
City ... -
%
City %..
Des Moines
26.8
Ames 27.3
Cedar Rapids
21.0
Cherokee 18.6
Davenport
24.6
Marcus 20.7
� Sioux City
28.4
Cleghonn 19.2
Waterloo -
21.0'
Aurelia 22.8
Dubuque
34.4
Meriden 25.1
Council Bluffs
18.5
Quimby 30.8
Iowa City
20.6
Washta 41.5
ENDORSEMENTS BY:
Governor Roben D. Ray
Local Government Task Force
Advisory Commission on Inter
governmental t Relations
League of Women Voters of Iowa
Iowa Association of Realtors
_Des Moines Area Chamber of
Commerce.
LOCAL OPTION IN
SURROUNDING STATES
State
Local No. of
Tax
Option lusts.
Ninon
4%
.3-1% 1,374
Minnesota
4%
1 % 1
Missouri
3%
.5.1%- 161
Nebraska
3 %
I% 3
South Minus
4%
-1.2%- is
Wisconsin
4%
authorized but
not imple-
me ed
0
Problem: DETERIORATING STREETS AND RISING PROPERTY
TAXES
Solution: ROAD USE TAX REALLOCATION
Introduction to Road Use Taxes:
Road Use Taxes are collected by the Slate of Iowa from three major sources: motor fuel tax-
es, vehicle registration fees, and use taxes on the sale of vehicles. These revenues are ac-
cumulated in the Road Use Tax Fund.
In fiscal year 1976, the Road Use Tax Fund totaled $284 million.
The Iowa Constitution requires that the portion of the fund raised from fuel taxes and reg-
istration fees be used for highway, street, and road construction and repair.
Currently, the fund is divided among the three subdivisions of government which support
roads — the state, counties, and cities — according to the following formula: the state re-
ceives 47 per cent of the fund ($146 million in 1976), counties, 38 per cent (S99 million), and
cities, 15 per cent ($39 million).
The state uses its share of the money to maintain and add to the 8,259 miles of primary
highways which carry 40.2 per cent of Iowa's vehicle -miles -traveled; cities construct new
city streets and maintain 12,656 miles of the municipal system which carry 25.2 per cent of
the state's traffic; the counties use their share of the money to build new secondary and
farm -to -market roads and maintain 90,409 miles of the rural system which carries 18.6 per
cent of the vehicle miles traveled. The state and cities share responsibility for 1,268 miles of
primary extensions within municipalities that carry 15.5 per cent of Iowa's travel.
The League Road Use Tax Reallocation Proposal:
REVISE THE FORMULA — In a study called the Earnings Credit Analysis, the Iowa
Department of Transportation apportions the responsibility for building and maintaining
roads to "travellers" and "landowners" served by the roads. According to the study,
termed by DOT Director Victor Preisser "the best tool available" for guiding Road Use Tax
distribution, the state should receive 53 per cent of the fund for primary highways, counties,
24 per cent for secondary and farm -to -market roads, and cities, 23 per cent for municipal
streets. We concur with that analysis.
INCREASE THE FUND — To achieve an equitable 23 per cent of the Road Use Tux Fund
for cities without reducing dollars now going to rounties and the stale will require adding
nearly $70 million annually to the fund. This could be accomplished by any combination of
increases in the fuel tax, registration fees, or use tax, but is roughly equivalent to a fuel tax
hike of four cents per gallon.
FREQUENTLY -ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT ROAD USE TAX
REALLOCATION:
What's wrong with the current method of distributing Road Use Taxes?
The current method is unfair to city residents.
Three out of four Iowans live in cities. They pay it major portion of the monies which make
up the Road Use Tax Fund and they depend on adequate municipal streets. YET. CITIES
RECEIVE ONLY 15 PER CENT OF THE FUND.
City streets carry 25 per cent of Iowa's traffic. Cities also contribute In the maintenance of
primary highway extensions in cities which carry another 15 per cent of the vehicle -miles
travelled. BUT ONLY 15 PER CENT OF THE ROAD USE TAX FUND GOES TO
CITIES. Iowa's rural roads carry only 18 per cent of the traffic. BU'r COUNTY ROADS
GET 38 PER CENT OF THE FUND.
In 1975, city residents put up $84.2 million from local funds (including properly taxes,
special assessments, and others) to support their street systems. Rural residents put up only
$52.8 million to support rural roads.
The $84.2 million paid by city residents made up 66.7 per cent of the amount spent to build
and maintain municipal strects; the $52.8 million paid by rural residents was only 32.1 per
cent of the dollars spent for rural mads.
Besides supplying the lion's share of the money needed for their own streets from local
funds, city residents paid $2.2 million in property taxes to counties for RURAL roads.
City residents have borrowed heavily to build and maintain their streets. outstanding
municipal bonded indebtedness for road construction in 1975 totalled $145 million; rural resi-
dents had borrowed a total of only $500,000.
Why do cities need more money for road construction and maintenance?
Because of high traffic concentrations, cities need to provide extraordinary safety standards.
Traffic signals, crosswalks, and a high density of traffic signs are needed. High traffic
volume also means roads wear out faster.
The Iowa Department of Transportation states that Road Use Tax revenues currently are
coming in at about half the rate necessary to maintain present roads and build needed new
ones.
The DOT classifies almost 6,000 of the 12,000 miles of arterial and local streets as "defi-
cient" ... meaning they need resurfacing, reconstruction, or replacement.
New larger trucks with heavier payloads are giving municipal streets an unprecedented baa
tering. More than one rural resident, on his way to an agricultural service facility within a
city, has been heard to complain about potholes.
Inflation is driving up the cost of construction and maintenance of city streets. (See Road
Use Tax Fax page for examples of construction price boosts.) Road Use Tax receipts, on the
other hand, are leveling off as smaller cars, which use less gas and therefore generate fewer
Road Use Tax dollars, gain in popularity.
Hoty do other midwestern states allocate Road Use Taxes?
Most of them send a larger share of the Road Use funds to cities than they send to counties.
(See chart, RUT Tax Fax page.)
Don't counties have many more miles of road to nminuiia?
'Yes. But many miles of rural road serve only one or two farmsteads and carry little traffic.
Other county roads which carry relatively low traffic counts are hard -surfaced while some
city streets which carry high counts are gravel. (In one Iowa city, a street with a traffic
count of 5,000 vehicles per day is gravel because of a lack of road funds.)
Don't city businesses and industries WANT farmers to have good roads so
that they can come to their comnuatities to shop?
Yes. But the question is who should pay for those roads. We do not believe that city resi-
dents should have to subsidize county roads in order to cultivate the good will of rural resi-
dents. After all, the existence of cities, and the services they provide are important to
farmers, too.
STATEMENTS BY SOME SUPPORTERS OF ROAD USE TAX
REALLOCATION
Governor Robert D. Ray — " ... Adequate funding of the state's roads is a problem and so
is the distribution of those funds. Substantial inequities exist because that distribution is
based on 15 -year-old needs studies. "rhe cities deserve a larger share of the Road Use Tax
Fund and the counties should not receive less money than at present" ... Budget Message,
January, 1977
.. Ray said an additional $50 million would permit a change in the way gas tax revenue is
distributed and that cities and state governments could have their shares increased without
culling into funds going to Iowa's counties ..." Interview in the Des Moines Tribune,
January 17, 1977.
Iowa Department of Transportation — 1975 Earnings Credit Analysis, "the best tool avail-
able" for determining liability for road -funding according to DOT Director Victor Preisser,
shows cities should receive 23 per cent of the Road Use Tax Fund, rather than the 15 per
cent current allocation.
League of Women Voters of Iowa — " .. the League supports an increase in the cities
share of the Road Use Tax Fund ... ' Member Agreement on Alternatives for Municipal
Financing, March 19, 1976.
Polk -Des Moines Taxpayers Association — " .. The Taxpayers Association recommends
that attention be given to an adjustment in the Road Use Tax Fund distribution formula and
a reclassification of Iowa's highway system ..." 1977 Position Statement.
Des Maines Register and Tribune — " ... Before the Legislature votes so much as a penny
of (fuel tax) increase, it should change the distribution formula ..." Editorial, November 12.
1976.
Cedar Rapids Gazette — " .. The League's (Road Use Tax) case is compelling indeed.
When one segment of the public pays 80 per cent of all Road Use Taxes, then shells out
heavily to pay for road work not covered by returning tax revenue, the imposition is iden-
tifiable as double laxation ..." Editorial, January 12, 1977.
The Daily Iowan, Iowa City — " ... Neither the equity of the cities' case for additional
revenue nor the need for more money to maintain a deteriorating municipal street system
can be denied ..." Editorial, January 5, 1977.
Don Horton, carpenter, Centerville — " ... There has got to be a fairer way than special as-
sessments to pay for our streets. The streets by our home carry a lot of traffic — rural peo-
ple coming into Centerville. Why aren't these people paying anything for the street they're
using ..." Interview in Iowa Municipalities December, 1976.
WILY CITIES SHOULD GET MORE BUT DOLLARS
POPULATION DISTRIBUTION
Cities .... 75% of Iowa's population
Counties .. 2S9. of Iowa's population
VEHICLE MILES TRAVELED, 1973
Primary system ......................7.9 billion miles (40.7%)
Primary extensions within cities ......... 3.0 billion miles (15.7%n)
Municipal system ............. 4.9 billion miles (25.0%)
Rural system ........................3.6 billion miles (18.6%)
ROAD FUNDING SOURCES, 1975
Primary Rural
Municipal
Road Use Tax S133.3 million S97.7 million
S38.6 million
(57.7%) (59.4%n)
(30.67)
Local Funds S52.8 million
584.2 million
(32.1%)
(66.77)
Federal Funds S 97.8 million S14 million
S 3.5 million
(42.37) (8.5%)
(2.77)
OUTSTANDING BONDED INDEBTEDNESS FOR
ROAD CONSTRUCTION, 1975
Cities .............. S 145,000,000
Counties ........... 500,000
SPECIAL TAXES, 1975
County tax on city residents for county roads: S2? million
City tax on counly residents for city roads: 0
ROAD USE TAX FAX
(Charts based on 1975 data, Iowa Department or Transportation)
Road Use Tax Vehicle Miles
Funds Distribution Traveled
to Local Government
. arm 1
City Rural
Mich r{uare
equals I billion VxtT)
iha d sa • pimnf rsmn"
,.it, wrNnxd bf chic•.
73 ha.w mk'
res bdlxm o,jo
City Rural
5111 mJlxm
Local Effort
Local Funds
TAX FUNDS FOR
ROADS & STREETS AS THEY
Bonded
Intergovernmental
for Streets and Roads
(FISCAL'76 - 77)
Indebtedness
Road funding
Property
Proposed
IAmnunt each
W,2Wlmn
%
Current 23%(wlfuel
jurisdictinm pr.wides
cared to
Total
R.U.T. tax increase)
City
for the other)
ss;.x muxm
Ames
$2,500,000
$ 900,000
36.0'% $
813,284 $1,580,829
Boone
778,194
195,244
25.1%
236,101 458,923
Cedar Falls
1,323,240
190,065
14.3%
618,985 1,203,159
Cedar Rapids
fie mJlvm
•
20.8'%
2,034,787 3,955,138
Fort Dodge
1,948,438
393,556
20.2%
583,680 1,134,534
tenon
nOnC
City Rural City Rural City to Rural
Rural to City
CITY EXPENDITURES FROM PROPERTY
TAX FUNDS FOR
ROADS & STREETS AS THEY
RELATE TO ROAD USE
TAX PROPOSAL
(FISCAL'76 - 77)
Total
Property
Proposed
Property
taxes Allo-
%
Current 23%(wlfuel
Taxes
cared to
Total
R.U.T. tax increase)
City
Levied
Streets
Ames
$2,500,000
$ 900,000
36.0'% $
813,284 $1,580,829
Boone
778,194
195,244
25.1%
236,101 458,923
Cedar Falls
1,323,240
190,065
14.3%
618,985 1,203,159
Cedar Rapids
16,091,095
3,351,248
20.8'%
2,034,787 3,955,138
Fort Dodge
1,948,438
393,556
20.2%
583,680 1,134,534
Glenwood
238,895
70,381
29.4%
82,540 160,438
Marshalltown
2,103,479
660,233
31.3%
494,867 961,903
Muscatine
2,093,012
504,191
24.1%
418,301 813,077
Norwalk
134,832
38,118
28.3%
43,184 83,939
Oskaloosa
623,752
86,163
13.8%
209,552 407,319
Spencer
764,535
118,000
15.4%
193,683 376,472
Waslington
439,047
62,234
14.2%
117,938 229,244
Waterloo
5,928,250
1,984,251
33.4%
1,410,201 2,741,093
Why Cities Need Afore Road Afnnev
Construction Price Increases
The following figures are compiled by the loin Dep anent of
Tmnspnnntion to show price increases in six selected highway
materials representative of all labor and materials used in highway
construction. Average%
Base Year Increasef
Indicator 1967 1975 year'
Structural Steel 100.0 253.2 19.2
ReinforcingStml 100.0 234.2 16.8
Roadway Excavation 100.0 215.4 14.4
Asphalt Pavement 100.0 210.3 13.8
Structural Concrete 100.0 193.9 11.7
Portland Cement
Concrete 100.0 181'1 10.1
'Figures rounded to the nearest tenth of a per cent.
FORMULA HISTORY
Nuvcmher 3. 1942 - Iowa vomn ratify an
amendment to the InwaC naitutiondedicxn
ing the rentor fuel ret Ind registration fees to
road maintenance and construction.
July 1, 1949 - Road Use Tax Fund Dis-
tributim Formula is adopted, apponianing
42% of the monies to the state, 50% to the
round¢, and 8% to the cities.
July 1, 1962 - Road Use Tax Fund Dh.
tribution Formula is altered to give the state
47%. the counties 40%. and the cities,
13%.
July 1, 1969 - The Road Use Tax Fund
Distribution formula is thangod to ahocate,
•17% of the monies to the sure. 38% n the
counties, and 15% to thecities.
ADJOINING STATES' ROAD USE
DISTRIBUTION FORMULAS
Cities in five at the slates contiguous to Inure gel percentages
greater than or at le:ut cyuul to the counties' share of Road Use
Tax Fund,. In Iowa, cities gel 15 per cent while counties receive
Jgper cent.
'ilm rive states and their respective road use to diarihulion
fnrmula.nre: CITY COUNTY
STA'T'E SHARE SHARE
Illinois 32% Cook County 117,
Other counties -12%
Kansas 16.6% 14.8'%
Missouri 15%u 5%n
Nebraska 231/3'% 231137.
Wisconsin 267. 12%
Problem: GAINING REVENUE FROM NON-RESIDENT USERS
OF CITY SERVICES
Solution: TRANSIENT GUEST (HOTEL-MOTEL) TAXES
Introduction to Transient Guest Taxes:
Transient guest taxes are a means of gaining revenue from visitors to Iowa's cities, who use
city streets, benefit from city public safely, attend cultural and tourist-related facilities, but
who currently pay no direct local taxes.
-I'wenty-seven states and the District of Columbia now authorize transient guest taxes and
more than 75 cities levy them. Iowa residents pay these taxes when they travel to or through
those areas.
The League Transient Guest Tax Proposal:
• 5 PER CENT LIMIT — Would permit a lax of up to 5 per cent of the gross rental receipts
of hotels and motels.
• BY CITY COUNCIL VOTE — Imposed upon city council approval.
• EXEMPTIONS — For hostelries under eight rooms and resident hotels: rentals under $3
per unit would be exempt: only room rental receipts covered, not food or related hotel
services.
States Where Authorized:
Alabama, Arizona. Arkansas, California, Colorado, D.C., Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana,
Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New
Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah,
Virginia, Wisconsin.
Revenue Potential for Iowa Cities:
(Assumes a 60 per cent occupancy, average room charge of $17, $20 for Des Moines)
Des Moines 51,070,253 Cedar Rapids $243,856
Other Polk county cities $266,961 Dubuque $191,362
Davenport $291,883 Council Bluffs S121,742
Iowa City/Coradville $290,766 Cedar Falls $121,556
Sioux City $246,090 Waterloo S 91.214
HERE'S HOW ADOPTION OF THE
LEAGUE'S LOCAL OPTION,
ROAD USE TAX PROPOSALS
WOULD AFFECT CITIES IN IOWA
The following city -by -city breakdown shows a The
amount raised by current property tax levies (column 1).
is How much cities receive under the current Road Use
Tax formula (column 2) a How much they would get if
the fuel tax were to be increased four cents per gallon
and the cities share boosted to 23 per cent (column 3), a
How much would be raised under n one -cent local option
sales tax levied countywide and distributed on if per
capita basis (column 4).
A table at the end of the city -by -city list shows how
much county governments would receive from a coun-
tywide local option tax, based on the number of resi-
dents in unincorporated areas.
Current
Carnal
RUT Rev.
Potential
Property Tar
RUT A.Y.
at 23% an
Rev. Ira.
RevenUs.
(15% of Furtll
at gal. Inc.
baler Tec
ADAIR
Lunen
Cornett
RUT Rev.
F.I.Mlrl
Adair
S 85,102
S 14,003
S 27,216
S 19,701
Bridgewater
11,103
3,510
6,823
5,046
Fontanelle
3S,B90
14,040
27,290
20,184
Greenfield
170,817
41,298
80,273
59,370
Orient
15,404
6,049
11,768
8,696
ADAMS
40,100
21,937
42,641
39,OB8
Carbon
$ 1,554
$ 2,520
$ 4,899
S 2,496
Corning
121,907
39,114
76,028
55,297
Nod.way
2,500
3,286
6,387
3,253
Prescott
7,722
5,694
11,068
5,638
ALLAMAKEE
19,367
10,866
21,121
19,361
Harper'. Ferry
$ 17,801
$ 4,238
$ 8,238
S 5,060
Lansing
71,134
22.740
44,201
27,353
New Albin
30,178
12,023
23.371
14,356
Patients
130,202
28.864
56,104
34,397
Waterville
2,803
2,950
5.734
3,522
Waukon
200,864
72,496
140,914
86,560
APPANOOSE
850
2.670
5,189
3,358
Centerville
5576,529
$121,934
$237.010
$163,066
Cincinnati
13,544
10,642
20.605
14,232
Exon.
3,810
4,182
8,129
5,593
Marcelo
27,905
13,050
25,367
17,453
Moulton
26,828
14,245
27.689
19,051
Mystic
15,286
12,994
25,258
17,378
Num.
2,010
3,081
5.98B
4,120
Plano
750
2,035
3.956
2,721
Rathbun
972
2.110
4,101
2,821
Udall
1,174
1,326
2,577
1,773
Unionville
3,124
3,006
5,843
4,020
AUDUBON
68,147
25,111
48,810
35,304
Audubon
5220.908
S 54,274
$105495
S 61418
Brayton
9,130
2.819
5,480
3,190
E.ira
55,087
18,035
35,056
20,409
Gray
2,632
2.707
5,262
3,064
Klmbnnion
9,367
6,404
12.447
7,247
BENTON
17,413
11,687
22,718
12,116
Atkins
S 34,701
$ 10,847
$ 21,084
S 12,165
Belle Plain,
199,169
52,443
101,975
58,838
Blelrstown
39,736
11,426
22,209
12,874
Garrison
18,614
7,151
13,809
8,019
Keystone
31,278
10,250
19,923
11,495
Luanne
5,527
2.502
4,863
2,806
Mi. Auburn
7,984
3,734
7,258
4,188
Newhall
50,485
16,336
31,754
18,321
Norway
30,185
10,343
20,105
11,600
Shellsburg
31,430
13,816
26,855
15,405
Urbana
20.BG1
10,306
20,032
11,558
Von Horne
54,341
11,445
22,246
12,835
Vinton
430,712
92,641
'180,071
103,897
Watford
13,665
5,340
10,379
5,988
Lunen
Cornett
RUT Rev.
F.I.Mlrl
Property Tu
RUT Rev.
at 23% with
Ibv. Im.
Revenuer
(15%.1 Fundi
41 gel. Inc.
Sala T..
BLACK HAWK
Cedar Falls
$2,102,687
S 618,585
$1,203,159
$1,102,913
Ounkertan
31,404
10,623
20,649
19,560
Elk Run Heights
40,100
21,937
42,641
39,OB8
Evinsdale
211,140
94,059
182,829
167,596
Gilbartville
31,596
12,565
24.423
22,388
Hudson
93,726
36,780
71,491
65,534
L.iPorle City
139.435
43.016
83,612
76,646
Raymond
19,367
10,866
21,121
19,361
Wmerloo
9,679,777
1,364,105
2,651,493
2,430,575
BOONE
Beaver
S 3.554
S 2,110
$ 4,101
$ 2.653
Berkley
425
1,046
2,032
1,315
Ooona
1,061,643
236,101
458,923
296,907
0 .holm
14,021
4.518
8,782
5,682
Fraser
850
2.670
5,189
3,358
Luther
4.789
3,529
6,859
4,438
Madrid
138,666
45,704
88,838
57,477
Ogden
85,413
31,011
60,278
38,999
Pilot Mound
7,151
3.995
7,766
5,025
BREMER
Denver
S 81,558
S 25,354
S 49,282
5 35,645
F,.derik.
6,219
3,547
6,895
4.987
Janesville
23.497
13,834
26,897
19,450
Plainlield
26,066
8,327
16,185
11,707
Readlyn
37.379
11,501
22,355
16,169
Sumner
118,914
40,589
78,894
57,064
Tripoli
68,147
25,111
48,810
35,304
Waverly
598,592
137,243
266,768
192,952
BUCHANAN
Aurora
$ 7,827
$ 4.275
S 8,310
S 4.432
Brandon
14,317
8,065
15,677
8,3G1
Fairbenk
30.536
15,122
29,395
15,677
Heilman
17,413
11,687
22,718
12,116
Independence
467,113
110,340
214,474
114,387
Jesup
115,542
35.454
68,915
36,755
Lamont
14,348
9.298
18,072
9,639
Guasquamn
19,988
8,364
16,258
8.981
Rowley
7,989
4,481
8,710
4.664
Stanley
3,366
2,819
5,480
2,923
Winthrop
34,828
14,003
27,21B
14,516
BUENA VISTA
Albert City
$ 91,210
$ 12,752
$ 24,786
S 22,584
Alt.
84,669
32,056
62,310
56,774
Lnk.esida
20,826
6,591
12,810
11.672
Linn Grove
7,165
4,481
8,710
7,936
Marathon
21.539
8,345
16,222
14,780
Newell
52.754
16,374
31,826
28.999
Rembrandt
8,662
4.668
9,073
8,266
Sioux Rapids
44,255
15,179
29,504
26,883
Sturm Lek.
951,771
160.394
311,767
284,070
Truesd.le
4.429
2,464
4.790
4.365
BUTLER
Allison
$101,873
S 19,996
S 38,867
S 24,672
Aoplinglon
31,635
17,475
33,967
21,562
Amelia
6,297
2,352
4,573
2,903
Bristow
5,455
4,294
8,347
5,298
Clarksville
63,470
25,391
49,354
31,329
Dumont
41,135
13,517
26,274
16,719
Greene
79.002
25,447
49,463
31.399
Naw Hartford
30,378
12,882
25,040
15,895
Parkersburg
123,087
30,451
59,189
37.572
Shell Rock
77,828
21,639
47.060
26,699
CALHOUN
F.mhomville
$ 22.860
S 7,337
S 14,262
$ 9,435
Jolley
3.313
2,091
4,064
2,689
Knierlm
9.685
2,446
4,754
3,145
Lake City
115,830
35,660
69.314
45,855
Lohrval.
30,520
10,325
20,068
13,276
Menson
148,425
37,209
72.326
47,848
Pomeroy
53.170
14,283
27,762
18,366
Rinnrd
348
1,643
3,194
2,113
Rockwell City
185,256
44,733
86,951
57,523
Somers
10,180
3.678
7,149
4,730
Yalta,
3,833
877
1,706
1,248
CARROLL
Arcadia
$ 17,008
S 7,729
S 15,024
S 13,509
Breda
15,651
9,671
18,798
16,902
CHEROKEE
Aurelia
Cherokee
Claghorn
MLorrehee7
arem �
�...: Mer id ap,�1
Oui Ab'4
We is
$ 59,717 S 19,884 $ 38,649 S 27,222
674,891 135,768 263,901 185,876
18,832 5,116 9.943 7,004
3,560 3,118 6,060 4,269
90,423 23,748 46,161 32,513
8,490 3,118 6,060 4,269
20,220 7,375 14,335 10,096
15,776 5,956 11,577 8,154
$ 8,970 $ 6,284 $ 10,270 $ 6,007
2,963 2,838 5,516 3,656
33,863 17,027 33,096 21.036
11,787 5,041 9,798 6,494
14,817 9,578 18,617 12,339
76,078 31,963 62,128 41,178
416,477 67,604 171,406 87,094
3,950 2,502 4,863 3,223
S 34,193 $ 11,575 S 22,500 S 15,684
297,242 63,011 122,479 65,377
6.244 4,145 8,056 4,705
S 7,343 S 4481 $ 8,710 $ 10,413
40,243 13,050 25.367 30,328
8,738 4,089 7.948 91502
2,648 1,060 3,810 41339
1,762 2,184 4,246 5,076
33,348 8,756 17,020 20,348
896 1,699 7,302 3,948
26,854 0,756 17,020 20,348
1,044,173 193,683 376,472 450,090
12,670 4,369 6,749 10,153
Current
Current
RUT Rev.
Potential
Property Tea
RUT Rev.
at 23% with
Ro. Ira.
Revenue,
(15% of Fund)
4c gal. Inc.
$alu To.
Carroll
950,859
162,728
316,304
284,401
Coon Rapids
86,172
25,783
50,116
45,062
Dedham
15,609
6,068
11,794
10,605
Glidden
46,063
17,998
34,984
31,455
Halbur
11,704
4,387
8,528
7,668
Lanesboro
3,314
3,790
7,367
6,624
Lidderdale
7,090
3,230
6,278
5,645
Manning
109,015
30,918
60.096
54,035
Ralston
6,419
2.408
4,681
4,209
Templeton
14,684
5,825
11,322
10,180
Willey
1,176
1,344
2,613
2,349
CASS
19,016
9,503
18,472
10,845
Anita
$ 51,945
S 20,556
S 39,955
S 34,746
Atlantic
672,804
136,403
265,135
230,565
Cumberland
16,724
7,188
13,972
12,150
Griswold
47,836
22,049
42,858
37,270
Lewis
14,739
9,820
19,089
16,600
Marne
4,431
3,491
6,786
5,901
Messina
18,741
8,084
15,714
13,665
Wiota
4,000
3,193
6,206
5,396
CEDAR
$ 3,278
S 1,680
$ 3,266
S 2,349
" Bennett
S 19,049
S 71188
S 13,972
S ,9.065
'Clarence
50,212
17,083
33,205
21,543
Durant
113,611
27.482
53,419
34,657
'. Lowden
47,550
12,453
24,205
15,704
`. Mechanicsville
56,522
18,465
35,891
23,285
Stanwood
32,394
11,986
23,298
15.116
-Tipton
183,128
53,714
104.406
67,737
Wast Branch
101.278
24.682
47,975
31,126
CERROGORDO
30,486
10,212
19,851
14,278
?., Clear Lake
5 709,066
5128,375
S249.530 5
238,313
:. Dougherty
4,954
2,483
4,827
4.610
Mason City
3,066,389
594,434
1,155,437
1,103.498
Meservey -
17,141
6,609
12,847
12,269
-." Plymouth
15,212
8,607
16,730
15,978
..'. Rock Falls
4,162
2.801
5,444
5,199
Rockwall
47,373
17,232
33.496
31,990
Swaledale
10,471
4,145
8,056
7,G94
.',Thornton
27,247
7.655
14,879
14,210
-Venture
31,279
10.138
19,705
18.820
CHEROKEE
Aurelia
Cherokee
Claghorn
MLorrehee7
arem �
�...: Mer id ap,�1
Oui Ab'4
We is
$ 59,717 S 19,884 $ 38,649 S 27,222
674,891 135,768 263,901 185,876
18,832 5,116 9.943 7,004
3,560 3,118 6,060 4,269
90,423 23,748 46,161 32,513
8,490 3,118 6,060 4,269
20,220 7,375 14,335 10,096
15,776 5,956 11,577 8,154
$ 8,970 $ 6,284 $ 10,270 $ 6,007
2,963 2,838 5,516 3,656
33,863 17,027 33,096 21.036
11,787 5,041 9,798 6,494
14,817 9,578 18,617 12,339
76,078 31,963 62,128 41,178
416,477 67,604 171,406 87,094
3,950 2,502 4,863 3,223
S 34,193 $ 11,575 S 22,500 S 15,684
297,242 63,011 122,479 65,377
6.244 4,145 8,056 4,705
S 7,343 S 4481 $ 8,710 $ 10,413
40,243 13,050 25.367 30,328
8,738 4,089 7.948 91502
2,648 1,060 3,810 41339
1,762 2,184 4,246 5,076
33,348 8,756 17,020 20,348
896 1,699 7,302 3,948
26,854 0,756 17,020 20,348
1,044,173 193,683 376,472 450,090
12,670 4,369 6,749 10,153
Currant
Current
RUT Bev.
Potential
Property To.
RUT Rev.
.123% with
Be.. fro.
Revenues
(15% of Fund)
of get. Inc.
Sales To.
CLAYTON
Clavton
$ 3,100
$ 2,203
S 4,282
S 2,514
Elkedar
126,812
29,723
57,774
33,921
Elkpon
1,750
1,624
3.157
1,854
Farmershurg
9,052
5,228
10,161
5,966
Gerber
2,021
2,763
5,371
3,153
Garnavlllo
41,221
11,837
23,008
13,509
Guttenberg
161,986
40,645
79.003
46,385
Litlleport
1,655
1,811
3,520
2,067
Luana
10,159
4,201
8.165
4,794
McGragpr
55,938
18,483
35,927
21,094
Marquette
19,016
9,503
18,472
10,845
Millville
641
504
980
575
Monona
98,871
26,045
50.625
29,723
No. Buena Vista
2,426
2,203
4,282
2,514
Osierdpck
0
1,102
2,141
1,257
St. Olaf
1,712
2,614
5,081
2,983
Strawberry Point
61,967
23,916
46,487
27,294
Volga
11,432
5,694
11,068
6,499
CLINTON
Andover
$ 3,278
S 1,680
$ 3,266
S 2,349
Calamus
22,343
7,393
14,371
10,336
Comanche
365,575
81,532
158,478
113,969
Charlotte
16,022
8,289
16,113
11,589
Clinton
3,895,057
648,204
1.259,953
906,245
Calmar
15,795
11,183
21,738
15,635
DeWitt
276,823
68,089
132,350
95,195
Goose Lake
7,026
4,630
9,000
6,473
Grand Mound
21,888
11,706
22,754
16,366
Lost Nation
30,486
10,212
19,851
14,278
Low Moor
7,715
6,478
12,593
9,057
Toronto
3,716
2,707
5,262
3,785
Welton
3,393
1,942
3,774
2,715
Wheatland
29,224
15,533
30,193
21,717
CRAWFORD
Arlon
S 2,500
$ 3,715
$ 7.222
S 4,333
Aspinwall
2,893
1,512
2,939
1,763
Buck Grove
1,329
765
1.468
893
Charter Oak
48,881
13,349
25,947
15,567
Dcloit
9,887
5,209
10,125
6,074
Denison
503,469
116,090
225,651
135,377
Dow City
17,954
10,661
20,722
12,432
Kiron
14,601
5,134
9.980
5,987
Manilla
49,864
17,606
34,221
20,531
Ricke0s
6,920
2,632
5,117
3,070
Schleswig
50,075
16,336
31,754
19,050
Vail
17,709
9,074
17,637
10,581
Westside
22,282
7,263
14,117
8,469
DALLAS
Adel
5159,353
S 51,735
5100,560
S GG,162
Bouton
4,637
2,987
5,806
3.820
Dallas Cental
86,557
21,060
40,935
26,933
Dawson
7,063
4,331
8,419
5,539
DeSoto
40,763
10,679
20,758
13,657
Dexter
37,866
12,173
23,661
15,567
Granger
32,218
12,341
23,988
15,762
Lindon
9,028
5,190
10,089
6,638
Minburn
25,517
7,057
13,718
9.025
Perry
580,200
126,657
246,191
160,307
Redfield
49,788
17,195
33,423
21,990
Van Motor
34,352
11,557
22,464
14,780
Waukee
163,958
37,433
72,761
47,072
Woodward
56,705
18,857
36,653
24,115
DAVIS
Bloomfield
$238.825
S 50,745
$ 98,636
$ 48,189
Orakesvilla
4,169
3,043
5,915
2,890
Floris
1,898
2,707
5,262
2,571
Pulaski
7,015
4,761
9,254
4,521
DECATUR
Davis City
$ 6,727
$ 5,620
S 10,923
S 4,338
Decatur
3,298
3.697
7,185
2,854
Gordan Grove
0,767
5,321
10,343
4.108
Grand River
3.873
3,940
7,657
3,041
Lomoni
81,758
47,422
92,177
36,609
Leon
127,849
39,991
77,733
30,873
LeRoy
569
803
1.560
620
Pleasanton
1,458
B77
1,706
894
Van Wart
3,500
4,555
8,055
3,517
Weldon
2.640
2,894
5,625
2.234
DELAWARE
Colesbmg
$ 24,702
S 7,076
S 13,754
S 8,047
Current
Current
RUT Rev.
Polenllal
P.P.rty Tell
RUTRn,
e123%elth
Rev. horn
Revenues
(15% of Fund) 4c gal. Inc.
Sales Tax
Delaware
6,914
2,857
5,552
3,248
Delhi
26,308
9,839
19,125
11,189
Dundee
3,734
3,099
6,024
3,524
Earluille
35,888
14,021
27,254
15.945
Edgewood
53,067
14,675
28,524
16,688
Gravity
11,560
6,030
11.722
61858
Hopkinton
44,258
14,936
29,032
16,985
Manchester
353,708
86,647
168,422
98,536
Masonville
4,444
2,744
5,335
3,121
Onside
1,143
1,027
1,996
1,168
Ryan
24,931
6,404
12.447
7,282
' DES MOINES
106,385
30,787
59.842
26,879
Burlington
$3,431,849
$604,273
51,174,562
$929.306
Danville
38.479
17,699
34.403
27,219
M.diapolis
78.056
28,939
56,250
44,504
Middletown
11,480
8,271
16,076
12.720
West Burlington
264,122
58,605
113,914
90,128
DICKINSON
8,259
4,294
8.347
3,751
Arnolds Park
$125,627
$ 20,164
S 39.193
$ 34,061
Lake Park
96,247
18,222
35.419
34,272
Milford
115,904
31,142
60,532
58,571
0kobo)I
130,700
6,740
13.101
12,676
Orleans
31.666
7,393
14,371
13,905
Spirit Lake
357,567
63,347
123,132
119,143
Superior
13,501
2,595
5.044
5,841
Terril
17,683
7,412
14.407
13,940
Wahpeton
90,960
2,782
5,407
6,261
West Okoboll
23,811
3,921
7,621
7.374
DUBUQUE
79,180
17,400
33.822
23,566
Asbury
S 26,402 $
12,005
S 23,334
S 19.230
Balltown
182
1,998
3,883
3,200
Bankston
0
840
1.633
837
Bernard
2,175
2,763
5 371
4,426
Cascade -
101,352
32,560
63,290
52.158
Centralia
0
1,979
3,847
3,170
Dubuque
.6,100,997
1,163,309
2,261,194
1,863498
Durango
0
1,027
1,996
1,645
Dyersville-
267,113
66,988
130,209
106,410
Epworth
46,865
22,404
43,548
33.855
Farley
51,590
20,462
39,774
32,778
Graf,
0
1,307
2.540
2.093
Holy Cron
10,324
5,414
10,524
8,673
Luxemburg
2,404
3,454
6,714
5,533
New Vienne
12,174
7,319
14,226
11,723
Peosta
1,778
2,259
4.391
3,4G9
Rickardsvllle
984
3,603
7,004
5,772
. Sagevllle
0
6,310
12,266
10,109
Sherrill
1,610
3,547
6,895
7,208
Worthington
14,784
6,815
13,246
10.916
2wingle
2,500
2,054
3.992
2,871
EMMET
10,321
4,537
8,818
7,095
Armstrong
$ 82,619
$ 19.977
S 38,830
S 31,032
Dolliver
3,348
1,774
3,448
2,779
Estherville lla
858,861
151,370
294,239
237,144
Gruver
3,861
2,520
4,899
3,848
Rln9sted
43,353
9,503
18,472
14,887
Wallingford
7,181
4,575
8,891
7,166
FAYETTE
$203,3013
S 38,628
S 75,084
$ 56,380
Arlington
$ 31,357
$ 8,980
S 17.455
$ 12.308
Clermont
31,G38
10,19(36
21,121
14,892
Donnan
300
336
653
461
Elgin
h
39,962
11,445
22,246
15,686
Fayette
64,682
36,350
70,657
49,821
Hawkeye
24,499
9,876
19,197
13,53G
' Maynard
24,930
9,391
18.254
12,871
Oelwein
576,122
144,412
280,703
197,927
Randalia
2,063
1,512
2,939
2,073
St. Lucas
5,571
3,622
7,040
4,964
Wadena
5,831
4,425
8.601
6,064
Waucpma
9,838
6,665
12,95G
9,135
Westgate
5,732
3,800
7,403
5,220
West Union
237,672
48,990
95,225
67,144
FLOYD
8,545
3,093
7,5411
G.830
Charles City
$977,282
$170,252
$330,929
$229,321
Colwell
6,013
1,867
3,629
2,515
Floyd
19,256
7,005
18,790
0.556
Marble Rock
21,945
8,607
16,730
11,593
Nora Springs
73,180
24,962
48,520
33,622
Rockford
47,862
16,840
32,734
22,683
Rudd
29,574
0,009
15,568
10,788
Current
Current
RUTRev.
Potenlld
Property Tax
RUTRev.
at 23%with
Rev. Item
Revenues
115% of Fund) 44 gal. Inc.
Sdes the
FRANKLIN
Alexander
$ 10,264
$ 4,649
S 9.036
$ 7,233
Coulter
8,589
4,892
9.508
7,610
Geneva
10,962
3,753
7,294
5,838
Hampton
503,482
83,082
161,491
129,257
Hansell
4,332
2,315
4.500
3,602
Latimer
25,232
7,337
14,262
11,415
POPeioy
2,529
2,744
5,335
4,270
Sheffield
84,375
19,977
38,830
31,080
FREMONT
Farragut
S 32,750
S 9,727
S 18.907
S 8,497
Hamburg
106,385
30,787
59.842
26,879
Imogene
1,784
3,678
7.149
3,131
Randolph
6,010
3,995
7.766
3.490
Riverton
10,072
6,180
12,012
5,398
Sidney
61,753
19,809
38,504
17,294
Tabor
37,336
17,867
34.730
15,608
Thurman
8,259
4,294
8.347
3,751
GREENE
Churdan
5 27,162
S 11,165
S 21,701
$ 15,284
Dane
3,184
2,203
4,282
3,016
Grand Junction
47,179
18,054
35,092
24,715
Jefferson
479,406
88,477
171,978
121,122
Paten
10,450
6,142
11.939
8,409
Rippay
17,466
5,750
11,177
7,872
Scranton
58,018
14,021
27,254
19,194
GRUNDY
Beaman
S 15,932
S 4,145
S 8,056
S 5,613
Conrad
79,180
17,400
33.822
23,566
Dike
82,890
14,824
28,814
20,077
Grundy Canter
243,563
50.633
98.418
68.574
Holland
12,929
4,817
9.363
6,524
Morrison
5,000
2,539
4.935
3,439
Reinbeck
137,540
31,944
62,092
43,264
Stout
8,470
3,659
7,113
4,956
Wellsburg
52,467
14,077
27.363
19,065
GUTHRIE
Bagley
S 14,800
$ 6,815
S 13,246
$ 6,369
Bayard
39,974
11,725
22,790
10,958
Casey
23,361
10,474
20,359
9.789
Guthrie Center
124,522
34,035
66,157
46,096
Jamaica
7,343
5,060
9,835
4,729
Monlo
9,743
7,300
14,189
6,822
Panora
57,714
18,334
35,637
17,135
Stuart
75,668
25,279
49.137
23,626
Yale
12,892
5,620
10,923
5,252
HAMILTON
Blaint u,
5 17,528
S 5,358
$ 10,415
S 8,380
Ellsworth
35,976
8,271
16,076
12,935
Jowell
65,931
21,508
41,806
33,637
Kamrar
10,321
4,537
8,818
7,095
Randall
11,541
3,342
6,496
5,227
Slanh.pe
24,675
81999
17,492
14,074
Stratford
35,087
13.256
25,766
20,731
Webster City
797,849
158,471
308,030
247,840
Williams
26.648
8,514
16,548
13,315
HANCOCK
an't
$203,3013
S 38,628
S 75,084
$ 56,380
Corwith
26,793
7,599
14,770
11,935
Crystal Lake
9,394
5,153
10,016
7,521
Garner
237,051
42,138
81,907
F.1,503
Goodall
6,035
4,070
7,911
5.940
Kanawha
67,137
15,085
29,322
22,399
Klemme
48,285
10,343
20,105
15,090
Woden
12,094
4,948
9,617
7,221
HARDIN
Ackley
$166,048
S 33,494
S 65,104
S 58,909
Aldon
68,116
16,355
31,790
28,765
0uckeye
7,920
2,670
51189
4,606
Eltlora
298,332
60,173
116,963
105,833
Hubbard
58,3137
15,795
30,701
27,780
low. Fells
563,031
120,4915
234,216
211,929
New Providence
8,545
3,093
7,5411
G.830
Ownsa
3,067
1,270
2,468
2,266
11I.dcllffe
34,947
10,231
19,887
17,995
Steamboat Rock
27,870
7,356
14,298
12,938
Union
23,307
9,03G
17,564
15,893
Whitten
6,947
3,622
7,040
6,370
HARRISON
Dunlap
$ 57,989
S 24,122
S 46,887
S 24,913
Little Sioux
6,291
4,467
8,673
4,608
current
Cu•.ent
BUT Rev.
Potantlol
Current
Current
BUT Rev.
Potential
P,."dy Tat
RUT Rev.
.123%with
Rev. from
Pmaarry Tar
PUT Rev.
at 23%with
Rev. from
Revenue,
115% of Fund)
4e gal. Inc.
Reba Tar
Revenues
(13% of Fund)
as get. Inc.
Set*. Tar
77,959
28,490
55,379
29,425
JEFFERSON
4.439
3.846
7,476
3,972
Bivavla
$ 14,015
S 9,802
$ 19,052
$ 13,021
186.436
65,700
127,705
67.854
Fairfield
499,025
162.709
316,267
216,151
12.996
5,545
10,778
5,727
Libertyville
8,436
6,142
11,939
8,160
20,967
7,841
15,242
8.099
Lockridge
6,475
4.331
8,419
5.754
8,296
5,900
11,468
6,093
Packwood
7,562
2.931
5,698
3,894
11,753
5,340
20.379
5,515
Plea.ant Plein
1,392
2.520
4,899
3.001
64,669
25,186
48,955
26,012
JOHNSON
Coralvilla
$ 812,574
$123,315
$ 239.695
$ 180,657
$ 600
S 1,083
S 2.105
$ 1,662
Hill.
32,061
9,671
18,798
14,168
5,235
4,705
9,145
7,220
Iowa City
4,684,049
891,380
1,732,630
1.305,872
317,879
130,821
254,284
200.769
Lona Tree
62,385
17,475
33,967
25,601
7,944
3,230
6.278
4,957
North Liberty
78,335
26,287
51,096
38,511
75,430
35,473
68,951
54,440
Oxford
34,067
13,125
25,512
19,228
9,479
3,846
7,476
5,902
Shueyville
7.399
2.875
5,589
5,306
1,000
2.520
4.899
3,868
Solon
68,093
17,923
34,838
26,257
10,802
8,551
16,621
13,123
Swisher
35,353
11,333
22,028
16.602
38,124
13.106
25,476
20,114
Tiffin
18,085
5,582
10,851
8,506
61,505
16,747
32,552
25,701
University His.
130,967
22.049
42.858
32.302
$ 7,759
S 3,454
$ 6,714
S 4.239
JONES
449,720
73,317
142,511
89,983
Anamosa
$199,985
$ 81,943
$159,277
5111,146
29.837
11,221
21,810
13.771
Center Junction
6,755
3,211
6,242
4,356
20,473
9,279
18,036
11,388
Martell.
17,181
6,348
12,339
8.635
11,237
6,217
12,085
7,630
Monticello
319,869
68,500
'133,148
92,913
Morley
2,797
2,296
4,464
3,115
Olin
43,502
13,256
25,766
17,980
S 22,837
$ 6,945
$ 13,500
$ 10,816
Onslow
9,412
4,724
9,181
6,407
3,145
2,427
4,718
31780
Oxford Junction
25,223
12,434
24,169
16,866
52.316
16,187
7/,463
25,209
Wyoming
40,434
13,928
27,072
18,892
33,452
14,301
27,798
22,272
5,133
1,363
2,649
2.122
KEOKUK
421,352
85,359
165,918
132.933
Dolt.
S 10,984
5 8,775
$ 17,056
S 8,968
26,672
9,522
18,508
14.829
Gibson
3,356
1,494
2,903
1,510
6,980
1,736
3,375
2,704
Harper
5,029
,3,230
6,278
3,266
1,533
1,046
2,032
1,628
Hayesvlllo
1 3,994
1,736
3,376
1,756
24.786
8.009
15,568
12,473
Hedrick
27,962
14,749
28,669
14,915
6,405
4,014
7,802
6,251
Keota
52,692
20,761
40.354
20,995
10,423
3,958
7,693
6,164
Ke.wlck
13,888
4,796
9,327
4,852
Kinross
1,925
1,830
3,556
1,850
S 11,789
$ 5,097
$ 9,907
S 7,331
Martinsburg
2,280
2,614
5,081
2,643
77,692
5,627
1 5,627
30,775
22,475
0111.
Richland
5,093
20,829
5,004
11,109
9.726
21,593
5,060
11,234
27,283
14,951
11,063
Sigourney,
155,298
43.296
84,157
43,783
73,936
26,678
52 ,439
38,802
38,802
South English
9,426
4,070
7.911
4,116
185,137
42,213
82,052
Thornburg
2,471
1,830
3,556
1,850
Webster
3,782
2,427
4,718
2,454
S 12,199
$ 51993
S 11,649
S 9.810
What Cheer
22,754
16,206
31,500
16,388
128,785
41,727
81,108
68,304
KOSSUTH
4,641
3,491
6,786
5,715
Algona
5501,072
5712,617
$218,901
5189,093
46,626
18,017
35,020
29,491
Bancroft
50,943
20,593
40.028
34,577
5,785
3,267
6,351
5,348
Burt
23,177
11,351
22.064
19,OG0
54,546
17,718
34,439
29.002
Fenlon
25,937
7,524
14,625
12.633
1 G6, 100
35.118
68,261
55,224
Lakot.
13,798
7,188
13,972
12,069
Ledyard
10,314
4,481
8.710
15,590
Lona Rock
9,597
3,099
6.024
5,204
$ 10,168
S 6,254
$ 12,157
S 6,756
Luvarne
16,735
7,095
13.790
11,912
4,811
3,211
6,242
3,469
Swea City
56,378
14,451
28,088
24,263
147,156
43,613
84,773
47,110
Titonka
42,836
11,183
21,738
18,778
1.700
2,091
4,064
2.259
Wesley
28,550
10,231
19,887
17,179
1,898
1,643
3.194
1,775
whivamore
30,820
12,285
23.879
20,627
0,899
G,OBG
11,831
6,574
438,092
105,990
206,018
114,488
LEE
13.762
7,636
14,843
8,248
Donnnllson
S 61.249
S 14,899
S 28,959
S 21,000
4,246
4,798
9,327
5,183
Ft. Madison
1.594,407
261,305
507,915
368.319
53,105
17,737
34,476
19,159
Franklin
2,804
2,296
4,464
2.921
29,166
15,776
30,665
17,041
Houghton
13,39G
2,222
4,319
3.132
2,704
3,062
5,952
3.307
Keokuk
1,562,790
283,280
550,628
399.293
3,749
2.091
4,064
2.259
Monoca+
40,635
16,243
31,572
22.895
3,998
3,659
7,113
3,953
St. Paul
7.295
2,408
4,681
3,395
West Paint
43,279
19,510
37,923
27.500
S 48,587
$ 14,712
S 28,597
S 20,340
LINN
122,712
42,810
83,213
59.187
Alburnett
$ 33,272
S 7,804
$ 15,169
S 15,072
39,089
11,333
22,028
15,668
Bertram
6,603
3,305
6.423
12,809
4,462
8,673
G,1 GO
Cedar R.Plds
15,830,164
2.034,787
3 855,138
3,926,382
15,853
7,113
13,826
9,834
Center Point
83,314
27,1114
52.830
52.409
10,724
4.854
9,435
6,710
Central City
56,780
20.836
40,500
40,240
125,127
25,933
50,407
35,853
Coggon
26,893
12,248
23.806
23,653
1,825,53B
291,607
566,014
403,158
Ely
18,123
5,134
9,980
9,916
2,997
1,923
3,738
2.659
Fairfax
30,977
11,855
23.044
22.896
49,164
21,302
41,407
29,451
Hinwelha
1013,1303
69,751
135,579
134,637
7.160
5,302
10,306
7,331
Lisbon
95.214
24,012
48,229
48.425
57,6133
12.789
24,859
17,681
Marlon
1,168,577
339,G07
660,115
655.885
717
1,702
3,484
2,478
Mt. Vnrnon
160,001
61,014
110,596
117,636
Current
Currant
RUT Be,.
Potentia.
Content
Currant
RUT Rev.
potential
Property Tax
RUT Ren
.123% Win
Rev. from
Property Tu
RUTRev.
.123%wUll
Rev. front
Rennuee
(15% of Fund)
4c gel. Inc.
Sol.. To.
Revenues
(15% of Fuad)
4c gel. Inc.
Selu Tee
Palo
19,789
8,028
15,605
15,505
MITCHELL
Prairieburg
3,154
3,398
6,605
6,562
Carpenter
$ 5,500
S 2,278
$ 4,428
$ 2,584
Robins
23,501
12,378
24,060
23,906
MCI mire
5,637
4,369
8,492
4,957
SpringAtle
54,015
18.110
35,201
34,975
Mitchell
6,241
4,350
8,456
4,936
Walker
20,233
11,613
22,572
22.427
Orchard
3,750
2,147
4,173
2,436
LOUISA
Ota9a
353,684
71.226
138,446
80,814
Columbus Clty
$ 7,377
S 5,825
S 11,322
$ 5,481
Ricaville
47.931
16,374
31,826
18,577
Columbus Jct
67,547
22,497
43,729
21.166
St. Ansgar
73.722
18,558
36,072
21.056
Cotter
397
1,027
1,996
966
Stacyvllla
22.472
11,165
21,701
12,667
Fredonia
4,498
3,137
6,097
2.951
MONONA
Grandview
9,127
6,665
12.956
6,271
Blanco.
S 18,672
S 4.761
$ 9.254
$ 7,081
Letts
11,206
8,103
15,750
7.624
Castana
5.082
3.939
7,657
5.859
Morning Sun
34,086
16,915
32,879
15.915
Mapleton
101.686
30,749
59.770
45,736
Oakville
9,059
6,889
13,391
6,482
Moorhead
11,379
5.060
9.835
7,525
Wapello
117,596
34,969
67,971
32.901
One,.
96.093
58,885
114,459
87,584
LUCAS
Rodney
2.262
1,232
2,395
1,833
Chariton
S412,881
$ 93,518
$181,777
$110,321
Soldier
9,278
4.518
9,782
6,720
Derby
3.425
3,006
5.843
3.546
Turin
2.200
2,147
4.173
3,193
Lucas
5.400
4,611
8,964
5,440
Ute
18,250
9,559
18,580
14,218
Russell
26,165
11,034
21,447
13.017
Whiting
35,338
11,015
21,411
16,384
Williamson
3.007
4.033
7,839
4,757
MONROE
LYON
Albia
$261,057
S 77.499
$150.640
S 75,115
Alvord
S 0,623
$ 3,809
S 7.403
S 3,741
Lovilla
26,813
11.949
23.226
11,581
Doon
24,438
8,159
15,859
8.013
Melrose
5,195
3.585
6.968
3.474
George
78,487
22.292
43.330
21.894
MONTGOMERY
Inwood
45.658
12,023
73,371
11.809
Coburg
$ 1.023
$ 672
S 1.306
$ 1,098
Larchwoad
16.552
11.407
22,173
11,204
Elliott
20,681
7,897
15,351
12,906
Lester
11,747
4,443
8,637
4,364
Grant
2.888
2,838
5,516
4,638
Little Rack
28.534
9,914
19,270
9.737
Red Oak
600.615
115,941
225,361
189,475
Rock Rapids
217.067
51,062
99,253
50,153
Stanton
31,385
10,717
20.830
17,513
MADISON
Vlllisca
66.063
26,175
50,879
42,777
Bevineton
$ 1.400
S 1,008
$ 1,960
$ 961
MUSCATINE
Earlham
80,895
19,958
38,794
19.032
Atoll...
S 9,300
$ 4,555
S 8,855
S 6.849
East Peru
3,116
3,435
6.677
3,276
Conosvllle
8,091
5,508
10,706
8.280
Macksburg
3,849
2,651
5,163
2.528
Fruitland
13,770
4.854
9,435
6.821
Patterson
3,295
2.240
4,355
2,136
Muscatine
2,478,088
429,354
834,561
645,503
St. Charles
20,864
8,271
16,076
7.887
Nichols
13,668
7,393
14,371
11.115
Truro
20,120
6,703
13,028
6,392
Stockton
9,584
4,145
8,056
6,231
Winterset
236,753
68,818
133.765
65,624
West Liberty
167,640
42.866
83,322
64.446
MAHASKA
Wilton
155,890
38,255
74,358
57,513
Barnes City
$ 7,414
$ 4.443
S 8,637
S 6,843
O'BRIEN
Beacon
4,695
8,047
15,641
12,392
Archer
S 7,957
S 2,502
S 4.863
$ 3.520
Fremont
22.953
8.962
17.419
13,801
Calumet
10.958
4.089
7.948
5,752
Keomah
3.929
971
1,887
1,668
Hartley
88,958
31,627
61.475
44,496
Leighton
4.006
2,614
5.081
4,025
Moneta
0
765
1,488
1.077
New She,..
47.642
20,612
40,064
27.142
Paullina
73,748
23,468
45,617
33,018
Oskaloosa
807,343
209,552
407,319
322,709
Primghar
49,711
18,969
36,871
26,687
Rose Hill
2.556
3,585
6,968
5,520
Sanborn
37,524
27,352
53,165
38,481
University Park
10.492
9.970
19.379
15,354
Sheldon
322,834
84,668
164,575
119.121
MARION
Sutherland
41,223
16,336
31,754
22.984
Bussay
S 10.881
5 9.298
S 18,072
S 13.190
OSCEOLA
Dallas
9.709
8,177
15,895
11.600
Ashtcn
S 20,362
$ 9,018
$ 17,528
S 10,480
Hamilton
2,405
3,473
6,750
4.926
Harris
8,033
3,641
7,077
4,231
Harvey
4.685
4.051
7.875
5.747
Melvin
18,565
6,068
11.794
7.052
Knoxville
418.483
144,786
281,429
205,392
Ocheyedan
38,610
10,175
19.778
11.825
Marysville
549
1,699
3,302
2,410
Sibley
223,874
55,170
107,237
64,114
Melchor
44,337
17,046
33,133
24.181
Pelle
470.315
130,653
25;1957
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(Ionchard
S 3,806
S 2.595
S 5,044
$ 4,349
Pleasantville
58.465
24.215
47.060
34,351
Braddyville
6,400
3.473
6,750
6,477
Swan
1.719
1.046
2.032
1.483
Clminde
459,414
101,191
196,692
169.586
MARSHALL
Coin
9,825
5.480
10.669
9.199
Albion
S 26.284
$ 14,413
$ 28,016
$ 24.910
Collage Springs
7,527
5,508
10,706
9,230
Clemons
7.582
3.323
6,460
5.444
Etsox
43,712
14,376
27.943
24.093
Ferguson
6.312
3,790
7,367
6,550
Hepburn
1,117
709
1.379
1,189
Gilman
30.492
9.578
18,617
10,553
Northhom
2,449
2.147
4,173
3,598
Haverhill
6,517
2,987
6,906
5,163
Shnmhaugh
4,087
3.323
6,460
5.569
Laurel
16.688
4,574
8,891
7,905
Shenandoah
590,736
111.423
216,579
18G,733
LeGrand
36,896
15,029
29.213
25,975
Yorktown
1,855
1,960
3.810
3.285
Liscomb
9,934
6,124
11,903
10.584
Marshalltown
2.925,870
494,867
961,903
855,274
PALO ALTO
Melbourne
36,525
12,341
23,988
21,328
Ayrshire
$ 9.139
S 4,537
S 8,818
S 5.531
Rhodes
11.088
6,478
12,593
11,197
Curlew
2.982
1,774
3.448
2,162
St. Anthony
3.547
2.913
5,601
5,034
Cylinder
6,910
2,403
4,027
3.027
State Center
54,923
23,001
44.709
39.753
Emmolsburg
4135.2011
77.481
150,604
94,462
Gra. Oingor
42.328
16,934
32,915
20,645
MILLS
Emerson
$ 23,132
S 9,036
$ 17,564
$ 7,471
Mallard
18,619
7.169
13,935
8,741
Glenwood
796,551
82,640
160,438
G8,24fi
Rodman
Ruthven
4,188
40,592
1,942
13.218
3,774
25,693
2,367
16,115
Hnstings
6,867
4,275
8.310
3.535
West Band
40,687
16,150
31,301
19,G89
Henderson
9.054
3,939
7,657
3.257
Malvern
78.379
21.620
42,024
17,876
PLYMOUTH
Pacific JCI.
10,600
9,428
18.326
7,796
Akron
S 81,279
S 24,719
$ 48,048
S 31,719
Silver City
12.409
5,078
9,871
4,199
0run,ville
9,475
2,334
4,536
2,995
POLK
Alleman
Currant
Current
BUT Bev.
Potanthl
"Altoona
Property Tax
RUTRay.
@123% with
Bev. from.
Ankeny
Revenues
(15%.1 FUMI
4c gal. In..
Saba Tax
Craig
5,010
1,643
3,194
2,348
Hinton
46,516
9,111
17,710
11,691
Kingsley
58,606
20,481
39,810
26,281
L.Mars
675,166
152,329
296,090
195,468
Merrill
33.068
14,749
28,669
18,926
Oyens
4,295
2,707
5,262
3,474
Remsen
80,069
26,885
52,258
34,498
Struble
2,094
1.102
2,141
1,413
Westfield
3,572
2.763
5,371
3,546
POCAHONTAS
17,741
6,609
12,847
15,509
Fonds
$ 37,026
$ 18.297
S 35,564
S 24,315
Havelock
13,448
4,630
9,000
6,153
Laurens
166,486
33,457
65,032
44,461
Palmer
14,869
4,929
9,581
61550
Plover
8,849
2,408
4,681
3,201
Pocahontas
181,728
45,592
88,620
58,008
Rolfe
43,039
15,645
30,411
20,792
Varina
4,995
2,614
5,081
3,474
POLK
Alleman
S 29,825
$ 2,688
$ 5,226
S 6,308
"Altoona
284,960
77,499
150,640
181,856
Ankeny
1,153,460
246,668
479,463
578,821
Bond ... nt
125,332
23,431
45,544
54,982
Clive
489.124
81,158
157,753
190,443
Oft Moines
26,970,969
3,760,213
7,308,951
8,923,569
Elkhart
14,579
5,022
9,762
11,785
Grimes
145,610
25,055
48,701
58,793
Johnston
326,773
41,746
81,144
97,959
Mitchellville
79,693
25,036
48,665
58,750
Pleasant Hill
374,615
47,384
92,104
111,189
_ Polk City
63,874
17,587
34,185
41,268
Runnells
17,741
6,609
12,847
15,509
. Sheldehl
10,968
5,321
10,343
12,485
Urbandale
1,559,787
306,225
595,229
718,576
West:
2,632
5,117
4,850
Panorama Park
-. Des Moines -
2,125,405
386,693
751,638
907,399
Windsor His.
516,586
119.563
232.401
276,136
'. POTTAWATTAMIE
11,818
22,972
21,771
Riverdele
.: Avoca'. -
S 97,651
$ 28.65B
$ 55,705
S 30,080
Corson
30,039
14,115
27,435
14,815
" Caner Lake -
172,069
61,014
118,596
64,040
Council
S 7,319
$ 14,226
S 9,130
Eerling
;Bluffs''
5,606,800
1,126,697
2,190,029
1,182,579
Cre... nt
1,994
5,30210,306
15,535
5,565
'-_Hancock
11,920
4,257
8,274
4,468
.' Macedonia
12,017
6.161
11,976
6,467
-. McClelland
5,000
2,726
5,298
2,8131
'.' Minden
26,473
8,887
17,274
8,485
Nozzle
41,459
18,073
35,129
18,969
Oakland
73,110
29,928
56,173
31,412
Traynor
49,835
9,812
17,129
9,249
Underwood
25,499
7.916
15,387
8,309
- Walnut
43,574
16,243
31,572
17049
POWESHIEK
$ 19,006
$ 36,943
S 26,697
Boyden
Brockly/1
$ 78,061
S 26,325
$ 51,169
$ 37,128
Deep Biber
10,227
6,030
11,722
8,505
- Grinnell
650,709
162,149
315,179
228,693
Guernsey
2,602
1,755
3,411
2,475
HeTtwick
4,895
Lags
3,665
2,660
61eom
16,190
7,244
14,081
10,217
Montezuma
101,319
26,399
51,314
35,627
Seanboro
5,411
2,614
5,081
3,686
RINGGOLD
4,966
9,653
6,976
Orange City
Beaconsfield
$ 730
S 8913
5 1.742
$ 839
�-Banton
726
859
1,669
004
'Delphos
100
653
1,270
611
Diagonal
9,270
6,105
11,867
5,713
- Elision
1,350
1,419
2,758
1,328
Kellerlon
6,880
5,582
10,851
5,224
Maloy
400
840
1,633
786
I Mount Ayr
108,114
32,897
63,943
30,782
" Redding
1,886
2,072
4,028
1,939
- Tingley
5,155
4.555
8,855
4,263
SAC
4,387
9,528
5,901
MCCallsburg
Auburn
$ 12,610
$ 6,142
S 11,939
$ 8.407
Early
49.961
13,573
26,383
18,577
Lake Via.
92,744
23,319
45,326
31.916
- Lytton
18,280
7,057
13,718
9,659
Numahe
4,500
2,184
4,246
2,990
" Odebolt
52,561
24,700
48,012
33.007
Sac City
286,303
61,014
110,596
87150]
Scheller
47,806
15,589
30,302
21,337
Well Lake
29,523
17,475
33,967
23,918
current
Currant
RUT Rev.
Potential
Preparly Tex
RUT Rev.
at 23% with
Rev. Irom
Revenues
(15% of Fund) 4c gal. Inc.
$etas Tax
SCOTT
Battendorf
S 2,113,941
S 453,494
$ 881.484
$ 835,428
Blue Grass
66,833
23,076
44,854
43,612
Buffalo
118,434
28,248
54,907
52,038
Devenport
10,080,904
1,863,938
3,623,048
3,433,759
Dixon
13,336
5,153
10,016
9,493
Donahue
14,909
4,033
7,839
7,429
Eldridge
201,991
48,990
95,225
90,250
LeClair.
179,576
47,048
91,451
86,673
Long Grove
12,906
5,022
9.762
9,252
Maysville
11,952
3,174
6.169
5,847
McCausland
19,981
4,219
8,202
7,773
New Liberty
1,901
2,632
5,117
4,850
Panorama Park
17,553
4,089
7,949
7,532
Plainview
888
429
835
791
Princeton
58,032
11,818
22,972
21,771
Riverdele
181,323
12,770
24,822
23,525
Walcott
135,829
23,935
46,524
44,093
SHELBY
Defiance
$ 14,341
S 7,319
$ 14,226
S 9,130
Eerling
18,778
10.698
20,794
13,346
Elkhorn
23,483
12,453
24.205
15,535
Harlan
486,175
94,265
183.228
117,596
Irwin
23,391
8,327
16,185
10,388
Kirkman
1,517
1,587
3,085
1,677
Panama
7,964
4,126
8,020
5,147
Portsmouth
9,013
4,462
8.673
5,567
Shelby
40.209
10.903
21,193
12,507
Tennant
1,950
1,736
3,375
2,166
Westphalia
6,505
2,240
4,355
2,818
Sioux
Alton
$ 73,639
$ 19,006
$ 36,943
S 26,697
Boyden
47.694
12,509
24,314
17,571
Chatsworth
3,045
2.707
5,262
2,360
Granville
31,937
7,151
13,899
10,044
Haward.n
179,014
52,071
101.213
73,142
Hospers
48,871
12,061
23.443
16,941
Hull
125,412
28,434
55,270
39,041
Ireton
51,588
10,866
21,121
15,263
Matlock
4,036
1,662
3,230
2,334
Maurice
10,895
4,966
9,653
6,976
Orange City
296,079
75,016
145,813
105,346
Rock Valley
145,814
45,648
88,729
64,382
Sioux Center
280,570
74,605
145,015
104,795
STORY
Ames
$2,693,862
$813,284
$1,580,829
$1,093,914
Cambridge
26,390
12,341
23,988
16,599
Collins
28,707
7,543
14,661
10,145
Colo
50,201
11,314
21,992
15,218
Gilbert
38,863
13,069
25,403
17,955
Huxley
66,022
25,709
49,971
34,570
Kelley
9,040
4,387
9,528
5,901
MCCallsburg
24,324
5,732
11',141
7,709
Maxwell
30,976
14,152
27,508
19,035
Nevada
417,090
02,454
176,079
124,356
Roland
43,374
14,992
29,141
20,165
Slater
107,448
22,833
44,383
30,712
Story City
192,406
39,282
76,354
52,836
Zeering
35,510
9,988
19,415
13,435
TAMA
Chelsea
S 19,856
$ 7,113
S 13,826
S 8,665
C1u1is,
14,829
5,134
9.980
6,254
Dysart
98,835
23,356
45,399
28,450
Elberon
6,464
3,790
7,367
4,G17
G.,.in
29,420
10,511
20,431
12,804
Gladbrook
69,327
17,942
34.875
21,855
Lincoln
20,947
3,435
6,677
4,185
Monmpr
9,470
6,236
12,121
7,596
Trema
218,909
56,010
108,870
68,226
Toledo
187,287
44,080
85,681
53,580
Tres
152,361
31,403
61,040
38,252
Vining
2,209
1,326
2.577
1,615
TAYLOR
Atholtian
$ 664
$ 1,214
$ 2.359
$ 986
Btdford
99,897
32,355
62,891
26,204
Blockion
7,457
5,097
0.907
4,141
Clear held
17,575
8,028
15,605
6,522
Conway
1,826
1,699
3.302
1,380
Gravity
5,202
5,340
10,379
4,338
100,286
22,654
44,092
18,428
New Mmk at
Neww
21,754
9,354
10.101
7,599
Slmrpsb.rg
2,001
1,979
3,847
1,608
A table on the next page
shows how much county governments
would receive from<a countywide
local option sales tax under
the League's proposal.
Cunent
Current
RUT Rev.
Pot.ellal
Pr4Parry, Tar.
RUT Rev.
at 23% with
Rev. hem
Revenues
115%ef FuMl
4e gel. Inc.
Sales Tars
UNION
Alton
S 37,598
$ 15,365
$ 29,867
S 21,042
Arispe
2,611
1,736
3,375
2,378
Creston
693,729
153,729
298,812
210,519
Cromwell
3400
3,137
6,097
4,295
KanT
1,274
1,606
3,121
2.199
Lorimer
10,232
7,039
13.681
9,639
Shannon City
1,447
1,867
3,629
2,557
Thayer
1,494
1,867
3,629
2.557
j VAN BUREN
Birmingham
$ 13,332
$ B,439
$ 16,403
$ 6.440
Bonaparte
15,534
10,212
19,851
7,804
Cantril
8,593
4,817
9.363
3,681
Farmington
24,141
14,936
29,032
11,414
` Keosauqua
47,516
19,006
36,943
14,524
Milton
14,173
11,893
23,117
8,089
Mt. Starling
0
1,624
3,157
1,241
Stockport
13,066
6,236
12,121
4,765
WAPELLO
3,214
3,790
7,367
7,472
Agency
S 40,636
$ 11,519
$ 22,391
$ 15,127
Blakesburg
11,130
7,524
14,625
9,994
Chilicothe
2,712
2.352
4.573
3,125
Eddyville
24.844
17,643
34,294
24,055
Eldon
26,550
24.626
47,867
32,710
Klrkville
2,600
4,145
8,056
5,505
Ottumwa
2,982,607
564,077
1,096,430
749,252
WARREN
$ 9,013
S 7,356
S 14,298
S 8,019
Ackworth
$ 1.800
$ 2,072
$ 4.028
S 1,588
Carlisle
180,487
51.679
100,451
39.590
Cumming
5,614
3,529
6,859
2,703
Hartford
33,995
10,866
21,121
8.248
Indianola
521,550
179,437
348,783
137,465
Lecture
15,070
7,916
15.387
6,064
Martensdala
14,600
5.713
11,105
4,377
Milo
31.636
12,696
24.677
9.726
_ New Virginia
13.477
8,439
16,403
6,465
Norwalk
134,920
43,184
83,939
33,083
St. Mary.
1,700
1,960
3,810
1,502
Sandyville
1,138
1,662
3,230
1,273
Spring Hill
2.000
2,446
4.754
1,874
WASHINGTON
13,044
4,313
8,383
7,368
Ainsworth
S 12,355
$ 8.495
$ 16,512
$ 14,830
Brighton
17,851
11.799
22,935
20,599
Crawfordsville
' 11,044
5.377
10,452
9,387
Ketone
113,371
29,275
56.903
51,107
Riverside
33.826
14.624
28.814
25,880
Washington
545,751
117,938
229.244
205.009
. Wellman
63,046
21,172
41.153
36,962
West Chaster
4,798
3.715
7.222
6,415
WAVNE
Allerton
$ 21,242
S 12.005
$ 23,334
S 10.328
Clio
2,272
2,110
4,101
1,815
Corydon
103,803
32.579
63.326
28,028
Humepod
28,574
12,565
24423
10,810
Llnsville
12,865
7,188
13.872
6,1&1
Mlllerton
1,714
1.631
2.976
1,317
Promise City
1,994
2,763
5,371
2,377
Seymour
34,969
17,382
33,786
14,954
WEBSTER
Badger
$ 28,126
$ 8.682
$ 16.875 $
16,B10
Barnum
8,459
2,744
5,335
5,314
Callander
18,898
7,860
15,278
15,219
Clare
10,900
4,640
9,036
9,001
Dayton
72,078
16,971
32,088
33,547
Ouncombe
22,935
7,804
15,169
15,111
Fort Dodge
3,097,437
583,680
1.134.534
1,130,157
Gowrie
69,057
22,871
44.455
44,284
Harcourt
12,523
5,694
11,068
11,026
a Lehigh
56,551
13.797
260818
26,715
Moorland
6,100
5,022
9.762
9.724
Otho
12,166
10,847
21,084
21,003
Vincent
23,894
3,009
7.403
7,375
WINNEBAGO
Buffalo Canter
S 68,303
$ 20,873
S 40,572
S 27,020
Forest City
539,775
84,127
163,523
108,906
Lake Mills
188,792
39.655
77,080
51,335
Leland
15.205
4,163
8,093
5,390
Rake
20,697
6,049
11.758
7,931
Scnrville
4,085
1,512
2.939
1.95B
Thompson
20,188
11,202
21,774
14,501
A table on the next page
shows how much county governments
would receive from<a countywide
local option sales tax under
the League's proposal.
Currant
Current
RUT Rev.
Potanll.I
Prop.dy T..
RUT Rev,
at23%with
Rev. Imm
Revenues
(15%el Fund)
4, psi. Inc.
Sales Tax
WINNESHIEK
Cnimar
S 79,606
S 18,819
S 36,580
S 19,922
Castalia
1,917
3,921
7,621
4,150
Decorah
579,280
143,815
279,542
152,242
Ft. Atkinson
7,853
6,329
12.302
6.700
Jackson Jct.
0
1,979
3,847
2,095
Ossian
40,156
15,813
30.738
16,740
Ridgeway
9,876
4,070
7,911
4,309
Snillvilla
15,478
6,740
13,101
7,135
WOODBURY
Anthan
S 17,661 S
13,274 S
25,802
S 26,169
Branson
6,377
3,603
7,004
7,104
Corrcctionvillo
44,972
16,243
31,572
32,021
Cushing
9,677
3,809
7,403
7,508
Danbury
22,994
9,839
19,125
19,397
Hornick
14,449
4,668
9,073
9,202
Lawton
18,334
7,580
14,734
14,943
Movitle
56,778
22,367
43,475
44,094
Oto
3,214
3,790
7,367
7,472
Pierson
25,503
71860
15,278
15,495
Salix
28,534
7,225
14,044
14,244
Sergeant Bluff
94,931
38,348
74,540
75,600
Sioux City
10,561,225
1,604,220
3.118.218
3,162,556
Sloan
49,928
14,917
28,996
29,408
Smithlend
10,849
5,470
10,633
10,784
WORTH
Fertile
$ 9,013
S 7,356
S 14,298
S 8,019
Gmlton
13,942
4,742
9,218
5,169
Hanlontown
10,494
3,398
6,605
3,704
301.0
14,662
3,753
7,294
4,091
Kensett
16,110
6,740
13,101
7,347
Manly
77,255
24,159
46,959
26,335
Northwood
148,485
36,407
70,766
39,686
WRIGHT
Belmond
$211,437
S 45,200
S 87,858
S 77,219
Clarion
299,007
55,487
107,854
94,792
Dow.
40,520
14,50'7
28,197
24,782
Eagle Grove
346,647
83,810
162,906
143,178
Gell
2,482
933
1,815
1,595.
Goldfield
60,405
13,480
26,201
23,028
Rowan
13,044
4,313
8,383
7,368
Woolstack
11,253
4,145
8,056
7,081
A table on the next page
shows how much county governments
would receive from<a countywide
local option sales tax under
the League's proposal.
REVENUE POTENTIAL OF LOCAL
OPTION SALES TAY FOR
COUNTY GOVERNMENTS
Percentage of sales tax distributed to county government
based on population in unincorporated aicas.
Couny Sha,. County Sha..
Adair
5111.811
53.9'.;
Je,per
2972793
17.6
Adam,
(,6.752
57.1
lefer,nn
141!175
310I
Allamakee
162.354
48.7
Jolm,nn
377,11.77
18.5
Appamw,c
122.468
12.7
hire,
2111.238
42!9
Audnhlm
1117,192
53.0
Reuknk
117,2226
44.6
Benton
17.1,452
40.0
Ro„tllh
147,8411
4X.1
Black Hank
408.611
9.4
Lee
286.584
25.2
llone
215,161
33.11
Linn
727,(04)9
33,6
Bremer
233,505
38.5
Luui,a
87.883
46.8
Buchanan
119.285
45,5
Luca,
86,755
18,8
Buena Vista
217,4))5
319
Lynit
125.593
50.7
Buller
176.528
45,2
Madi,un
9t0754
48.11
Calhoun
135.597
19.7
xhtlln,ka
226.1)(N
35,4
Carroll
255.1812
34.1
Million
214.980
M.8
Cass
180.419
33.6
Mar,hall
3116,442
22.9
Cedar
197,656
47.5
Mill,
68.585
37.9
CenI Gonlo
266.421
15.5
Mitchell
137,394
48.1
Cherokee
162.1812
36.7
Monona
139,1113
41.5
Chickawnc
177,316
49.2
xlonn,c
79.0224
46.7
Clarke
92.359
46,6
Mnnlgumery
121.557
11.1
clay
240.798
29.9
\lu,caline
2-57.876-4.2-
Clayton
216.739
50.0
O'Brien
165,666
159
Clinton
275,744
18.3
0,ceoht
92,386
48.6
- Cr%%hint
172.0(3
41.1
loge
156,693
27.0
13dhu
2_12_!954
33,0
Fa10 Alto
130,016
42.7
nn•is
87.336
10,0
141ymnuth
251.767
43.1
Decatur
5I _53
36.5
P,uahonua
145,044
46.5
--Mkt%are
2111.852
52.3
Polk
1.061,085
8.0
Des Moinc,
253.932
18.7
P'numallnnlic
3181.21M)
17.6
Dickin%on
149,622
32.7
11,mohick
170.2W
14.11
Dubuque
542968
19.9
Ringgold
58.64h
52,9
Buret
112.781
227.5
sae
165.201
419
Faycuc
274923
411M
scull
193.879
7.8
Fln\xl
175.606
35.4
shelhc
165.927
450
FnotMin
182.238
47.6
sium
277.958
16.4
Fremont
69,1184
45,1
story
2311.7114
13,6
Greene
126.478
78.8
Trona
2201.971
44.11
- Grundy
161.929
45.4
T -.10u1
62.2211
46.6
Ginnie
1112,789
46.7
Union
92.476
2136
Hamilton
174.6`48
32.5
Van l;urcn
65,141
53.0
llanctkk
176,1817
48.5
\\tlpcllo
21101711
20.11
Mullin
231!159
11.7
Warren
161.223
38.8
Hammon
1111,927
41.8
Wa,hinglon
252.051
411.4
Heng
181.810
35.0
Wap'ne
59.188
43.8
Haerud
126,783
47.9
WehNcr
4112.143
23,11
liumloldt
131.1184
3511
Winnebago
115.8W
34.8
Ida
10M.NW,
41,7
Winne,hick
2114,771
511.4
Im,;l
272.176
57.2
Woodhill'
317.377
8.4
Jackson
178.377
42.5
\\'urlh
88,487
48.4
Wlichl
178.1172
32,11
10 counties get 50% or more
38 counties gel between 40 - 49%
30 counties get between 311 - 3994
(The percentage figure following the dollar
amount is how much of the total local option
sales tax revenue would flow to county
governments.)
City of Iowa Ci4'
DATE: March 10, 1977
TO: City Council
FROM: Dennis Kraft, Director of Community Development
RE: CDBG Performance Report
Attached you will find a copy of .the 2nd year HCDA-CDBG Performance Report. It is
a cumulative report for two years of community development programs and activities.
In preparing it, we tried to be objective. It does summarize activities relating
to the (1) community development plan and our progress toward meeting goals and
objectives, (2) the housing assistance plan activities, and (3) activities we've
completed to meet federal regulations, such as environmental reviews, citizen
participation, equal opportunity and contract procedures.
This report is to be submitted to HUD offices and A-95 review clearinghouses before
March 16th.
The HUD review precedes the 3rd year application review. The following points are
considered:
1. ..Whether the recipient has carried out a program substantially as described
in its application.
2. Whether the program conformed to requirements of the CDBG regulations and
.other applicable laws and regulations.
3. Whether the recipient has demonstrated a continuing capacity to carry out in
a timely manner the approved community development program.
DK/ssw
SF1
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A
COMMUNITY
PRESERVATION
PRIMCR
DIVISION OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION
IOWA STATE HISTORICAL DEPARTMENT
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A
COMMUNITY
PRESERVATION
PRIMER
PREPARED AND DISTRIBUTED BY THE DIVISION OF
HISTORIC PRESERVATION, IOWA STATE HISTORICAL
DEPARTMENT, DAWN CHAPMAN, AUTHOR
PREFACE
The division of Historic Preservation was created to provide
the people of Iowa with a single governmental unit designed to
guide and aid them in the preservation of their historic resources.
Chapter 303.8 of the Code of Iowa describes a broad range of activ-
ities the Division shall engage in to meet its responsibilities.
It is Section 8 of Chapter 303 which directs the Division to work
with local historic preservation commissions. This "Guide" is
intended to aid the citizens of Iowa establish local historic
districts, one of the strongest tools for the preservation of his-
torically and architecturally significant buildings and structures.
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INDEX
Page
Chapter I
Background and Economics
of Preservation
1
Chapter II
Historic Landmarks and
Districts
4
Chapter III
Other Techniques used for
Historic Preservation
B
Chapter IV
Developing an Historic
Preservation Program
12
Appendix A
Successful Restoration
Projects
15
Appendix B
Analysis of Iowa Law
17
Appendix C
Monetary Sources
24
Bibliography
26
Chapter I
BACKGROUND AND ECONOMICS OF PRESERVATION
Welcome to the field of historic preservation and restoration. We think
you will find it to be civically, economically and personally a very
exciting and beneficial activity. Historic preservation is a relatively
young movement. It has grown from early attempts to preserve objects
such as furniture or single, restored buildings into the idea of con-
servation of whole neighborhoods or towns within the dynamic setting
of everyday life.
We feel that thoughtful conservation and restoration greatly improve
the quality of life within towns and cities. "Quality of life" means
different things to different people; however, more and more one hears
reference to older communities and neighborhoods that are built on a
human scale and possess charm and warmth. One only has to traverse a
typical suburban neighborhood or apartment complex to have amply
demonstrated the difference between modern mass production and our
suburbias of yesteryear.
We need new building to provide for expansionary pressures, but we must
not ignore what established neighborhoods or older buildings have to
offer. Many of their characteristics are to be valued and cannot
economically be reproduced.
Furthermore, in this day of rapid change and increasing consumption,
we are being confronted with the fact that our resources are limited,
and conservation of resources is becoming increasingly urgent. If
conservation focuses upon the rational use of assets and resources,
those that are man-made are no less vital to the spirit of man than
are the natural to his life support system. Both are irreplaceable.
One might say that a town without its old buildings and landmarks is
like a man without a memory. If Americans are to grow as a people,
they must understand their background. It is unacceptable that we as
a people should further contribute to our modern day sense of rootless-
ness by thoughtlessly destroying our landmarks and older buildings
whether of local or of national import.
In Historic Preservation in Inner City Areas, Arthur P. Ziegler, Jr.
lists some very simple and pragmatic reasons as to why we should preserve:
1. Massive demolition has proved to be unworkable. Particularly in
the case of housing, not enough new structures can be built.
2. Preservation bolsters morale. If people come to understand that
their neighborhood has architectural and cultural value to the
city, the results should be positive for neighborhood development.
But architectural and human decay go hand in hand. Never work on
one without the other.
3. Preservation offers aesthetic satisfaction.
4. Preservation provides financial benefits.
5. Preservation can unify community forces. People will give an
amazing amount of time, money and effort to a well-done neighbor-
hood preservation effort. It is a positive (building up) force
instead of a negative (tearing down) force.
Is preservation or restoration economically feasible? The answer is
yes, if there is a practical use for the building. Gut rehabilitation
(the most extreme kind) is no more costly and is usually less expensive
than tearing down the old building and constructing a new one in its
place to fulfill the same function. If this is the case, why, then,
is there so little building restoration taking place?
Herbert McLaughlin, a San Francisco architect -developer engaged in
restoring commercial properties, gives some insights into the problem.
In a 1975 article in Historic Preservation, he points out how often
the costs of building a new structure are overlooked, particularly the
cash flow factor. If the older building is not torn down, several savings
can accrue:
SOFT COST SAVINGS
1. Holding costs during construction, insurance and taxes are
all less because completion time of the project is shorter.
2. Interim financing is often less.
3. Frequently current tenants can remain during the remodeling
process, further reducing the amount to be permanently financed.
HARD COST SAVINGS
1. Demolition is eliminated.
2. Construction cost advantages have always existed and are in-
creasing as the prices of materials that are less intensely
used in renovation, such as steel, increase sharply.
This being the case, why have the myths that renovation is more costly
persisted? For one reason, most architects lack experience in renova-
tion, and design decisions may be made that increase rather than decrease
costs. For another, most contractors are mainly experienced in new
construction and are unaware of inexpensive ways to remodel older build-
ings and how to figure true costs of the remodeling process.
In the December, 1974 Architectural Record ("Sitting Ducks: Examples of
Endangered Species Which Should and Cou be Saved"), Charles Hoyt notes
that "Demolition proceeds - often without any sincere analysis of housing
current needs. The reasons are often described as structural weakness (with-
out a structural analysis), the high cost of renovation (without a careful
estimate), limited lifespan (despite construction to last) and/or the inability
to adapt to current office needs (without a space analysis)."
Sometimes an individual project does not make economic sense; however, it can
be the catalyst that rejuvenates a whole area. Such was the case in Seattle,
Washington. Alan Black, a developer, had to sign a personal note to
finance his renovation project, but it was what primed the pump and caused
other investors to organize projects in Pioneer Square. Pioneer Square
is a shining success story - assessed valuation has increased 800% in
recent years (see Appendix A for more examples of successful projects).
The city of Seattle has also become part of the preservation movement.
Out of a Revenue Sharing appropriation of $6.1 million, $600,000 was
set aside for preservation purposes and $4.1 million was set aside for
a housing rehabilitation trust fund. Furthermore, the city has an
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announced preservation policy. It has formed a public corporation that
has bought one landmark, restored it, sold it and used the proceeds to
repeat the process. Locations of new city offices are placed within
historic districts or buildings if possible - the same for city programs
such as health centers, cultural centers and so on. No extra money is
involved, but the policy is very helpful in making historic buildings
more economically viable. In Seattle, this has attracted new business
to the areas.
Finally, small towns are beginning to find it profitable to restore
and preserve. Medina, Ohio is a charming Victorian hamlet. A group
of public spirited citizens decided the buildings of the downtown area
should have their Victorian architecture emphasized rather than defaced
by "modernized" facades. They started working with the merchants,
providing free designs and remodeling advice. As the restoration
developed, business measurably increased, the downtown area is an
historic district and efforts have spread to residential areas. All
this has been done with volunteers and private funds.
In closing this introductory chapter, one last subject should be discussed.
Anyone working with preservation and restoration projects should be aware
that many of the buildings will be either rental units for low-income
tenants or privately -owned by persons of moderate income. Restoration
may force these individuals to move elsewhere, and there is an extreme
shortage of alternative housing. Be sensitive and considerate,anplan
for such exigencies. This world is tough enough for all of us, let alone
for those who lack the resources necessary for wide freedom of choice in
where they live.
If you have any questions or wish more information about matters discussed
in this chapter, contact us at the Iowa Division of Historic Preservation.
There are many more facts and figures which we can provide.
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Chapter II
HISTORIC LANDMARKS AND DISTRICTS
Now that you have decided historic preservation is something in which ■
your city should be involved, you need to become aware of what approaches
you may take.
The first (and sometimes only) step in any preservation program is
recognition of historic objects, buildings and neighborhoods. It is '
recommended that a second step, that of developing some sort of legal
protection for officially recognized properties, be included.
RECOGNITION OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES
Historic properties may be distinguished in two basic ways: if the
property is a single site, object or building of historical, cultural, ,
architectural or archeological value, it may be declared a "Landmark."
If there is a distinct area which has a special character or special
historical or cultural significance, it may be declared an "Historic
District."
At the federal level, the government has made provisions for recognition
of historic properties in The National Historic Preservation Act of 1966.
This legislation directed that the Secretary of the Interior create and
maintain a National Register for listing of districts, sites, building
structures and objects of significance to American history, architecture,
archeology and culture of local, state or national importance. Funds were
provided for states to prepare comprehensive statewide surveys, and pro-
visions were made for grants-in-aid of up to 50% of costs for restoration
and acquisition of properties listed by the Register.
When property is considered eligible for listing by the National Register,
anyone wishing to nominate it should contact us, at the Division of
Historic Preservation, to obtain the proper forms. We will work with
you and answer any questions which may arise.
The completed form should be sent to us, and the nomination will be
considered by our state's nomination review committee, a body of pro-
fessional historians, architects and archeologists. Upon receiving a
positive recommendation, the nomination will be forwarded to the National
Park Service, the federal body responsible for final designation of all
properties listed by the National Register.
There is one further designation for historic properties at the federal
level -- listing as a "National Landmark." Properties receiving such
recognition are considered to be of national significance to the history
of the United States and to be an outstanding example of restoration or
preservation. Examples of such properties include Mt. Vernon and Monticello
in Virginia, Old Capitol in Iowa City and the Louis Sullivan Bank in
Grinnell.
Moving to the state level, the 1974 legislature passed legislation creat-
ing a State Historical Department. We are one division of this Department
and are charged with surveying and documenting historic properties as well
as recommending them for public recognition.
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We maintain a state registry of historic properties which lists all
properties accepted by the National Register, some properties not accepted
by the National Register and some properties not considered for nomination
but judged to be of historic value to the state.
The 1976 legislature passed legislation providing that areas of historical
significance may be incorporated into districts to be referred to as
historical preservation districts.
We, at the Division of Historic Preservation, ascertain proper boundaries
of a potential historic district after ten percent of the qualified
voters in the potential district petition to hold a referendum. The
district is established if a majority of the qualified voters (who reside
in the proposed district) voting in the referendum vote in favor of its
establishment.
Commissioners residing in the district are responsible for establishing
regulations controlling development within the district. Many feel
this is a distinct advantage over other types of historic districts
which either have no protection, or the controls are imposed by a com-
mission which may have no members residing in the district. It should
be pointed out that historic districts provide greater protection to
historically or architecturally important buildings because the emphasis
is on the total environment, not on just one structure.
Last, but by no means least, is the local governmental level. Recognition
at this level usually comes from a commission, either public or private,
which surveys properties, designates them of historic or cultural im-
portance and may present such properties with a plaque. The properties
may be denoted as landmarks or historic districts but such designations
are not recognized at the state or federal levels unless they have been
nominated to and accepted by the proper agencies. We wish to emphasize,
however, that any form of recognition helps contribute to the develop-
ment of public sensitivity about historic preservation and therefore is
most welcome.
LEGAL CONTROLS AND PROTECTION OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES
What does a listing on the National Register mean for property in your
city? Primarily prestige and the possibility of receiving federal funds
to aid in acquisition or restoration if they are needed. However, should
any type of project receiving federal funds threaten to demolish or
damage the property, very careful consideration will be given at the
federal level before such a project receives permission to proceed.
The federal legislation gives no protection from state, municipal or
private actions threatening the listing unless federal funds are in-
volved. The only restriction on a property owner occurs when and if
the owner accepts federal monies for restoration purposes, and it con-
sists of signing an agreement promising to maintain the property for a
certain number of years.
There is no predetermined protection or control at the state level. If
an historic district is created by referendum, it is to be regulated by
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a five -member commission selected by referendum vote by a majority of
qualified voters voting.
The commission is charged with developing whatever controls it deems
proper, including approving or disapproving all exterior additions,
structural and other changes on buildings or other structures within
the district.
At the local level, legislation passed by the local legislative body
seems to be the most practical approach to historic preservation controls
Iowa cities possess what is commonly known as "home rule." That is,
any powers not specifically pre-empted by the state are delegated to the
cities. The one subject area the state has reserved for itself is
taxation.
The 1976 state legislation is not meant to pre-empt local preservation
controls, so cities may develop their own statutes. Such regulations
usually fall under what is known as the police power (the enforcement
of regulations for the public good affecting privately -owned property
without paying compensation) and utilize zoning. There are a number
of ways to structure historic preservation ordinances, and since each
city has its own needs, no attempt should be made to simply adopt en
toto an ordinance created elsewhere.
Your city must decide what kind of controls are appropriate, how ex-
tensive they should be and how they should be applied. Generally, some
sort of board or commission is created with some or all of the following
powers and duties:
1. to oversee an historic survey of the city out of which
will develop an historic preservation plan;
2. to recommend the designation of landmarks and historic
districts to the local legislative body;
3. to pass judgment on whether alteration or demolition
of a building on a landmark site or in an historic
district is appropriate;
n. to ascertain that the design of new construction in
an historic district is appropriate.
You might wish to study ordinances from the following cities: Alexandria,
Virginia; Charleston, South Carolina; Chicago, Illinois; Denver, Colorado;
Madison, Wisconsin; Marshall, Michigan; Pasadena, California; Rochester,
New York; San Francisco, California; Savannah, Georgia; and New York,
New York.
Drafting an ordinance, particularly one which restricts property rights,
is a complicated affair and should only be attempted with the aid of a
lawyer. Appendix B contains an analysis of Iowa law as it pertains to
historic preservation and in the bibliography there are two good basic
legal references which discuss the development of preservation law in
general. These materials should be most helpful to an attorney.
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Further, the State Division of Historic Preservation can be of assistance
In designing ordinances. We have a copy of many of the city -ordinances
which have been mentioned and will be glad to consult with you on
' developing your own local statute.
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Chapter III
OTHER TECHNIQUES USED FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION
There are ways other than the police power (zoning) which can be used
to preserve historic property. Some rely on public action; others may
be accomplished entirely by private initiative.
Such actions include:
1. Eminent Domain. Public condemnation of land followed by public
purchase or pu lic use. This would obviously be used only in unusual
circumstances. Most historic property would not be that useful to the
public and the process is expensive.
2. Historic Preservation Easement. Use of condemnation power to acquire
negative easements over the facade of buildings to ensure that new
development will not ruin an historic site. Basically, the city is paying
a property owner for agreeing to strict controls on the exterior of his
property. He literally sells his right to make changes as he pleases.
Again, this process can be expensive, which is why cities prefer to resort
to zoning controls.
3. Urban Homesteading. The city buys or repossesses old properties
and sells teem or 1 or at a low price to people promising to restore
the property within a specified number of years.
This program is currently being experimented with by six cities:
Baltimore, Boston, Philadelphia, Providence, Washington, D. C. and
Wilmington.
Boston has found that if only 200 houses are rehabilitated under the
homesteading program, the benefits will include:
A. Avoiding death or injury of up to 200 firemen.
B. Eliminating some blighting influences that destroy neighborhoods and
deflate the tax base.
C. Rehabilitating structures that constitute a danger to public safety.
D. Renewing confidence of people living near the rehabilitated structure.
E. Increasing housing stock by 200 structures through use of basically
private funds (excluding initial acquisition by the city).
F. Preserving some architecture of historic and aesthetic interest.
G. Saving approximately $760,000 in boarding up expenses.
H. Saving approximately $120,000 in demolition expenses.
I. Eventually increasing the tax base by $1,500,000.
4. Transfer of Development Rights. John J. Costonis, a University of
Illinois law prof essor, rst s etched out this idea in 1971. He analyzed
the technique in depth in an article which appeared in the Harvard Law
Review in 1972 (Vol. 85, No. 3) and people began to take note.
Basically, transfer of development rights is a tool of intervention to
help save buildings which are on land allowing much higher density of
development. The following is an hypothetical example of how the
technique would work: first a municipality must establish (or already
have established) height restrictions. Let us say that there is a
six story designated landmark building on a site zoned to a maximum
building height of twenty stories. It is apparent that more income
could be earned by demolishing the landmark and erecting a new office
building.
Instead of demolishing the old building, utilizing transfer of develop-
ment rights, the owner may transfer or sell the privilege of building
extra height (in this case, 14 stories) to other sites in this district
or in other districts which have been designated by the city. The owner
is thus compensated for his loss of development potential (and income).
Furthermore, his property taxes should be correspondingly reduced. The
right to demolish is obviously forfeited but there are economic compensa-
tions.
The magic of this plan is that is offers a realistic means of coping
with the profit incentive which leads to landmark destruction. It does
not depend on the historic or civic sensibilities of landmark owners,
but instead deals with the realities of the real estate market.
There are two development rights transfer programs extant, New York
City and San Francisco. Neither follows the Costonis proposal exactly,
but the New York Ordinance has just recently been upheld by the New York
Courtof Appeals (Penn Central Transportation Co. vs. City of New York,
377 U.S. 2d 20). This case may well be appealed to the State's highest
court, so the matter is by no means settled.
There are dozens of complex legal,economic and urban design questions
and problems that might arise under its implementation. The reader is
urged to go directly to the source, Space Adrift, a book by Costonis and
follow through by reading a second article which appeared in the Yale Law
Journal (Vol. 83, No. 1).
5. Covenants. A covenant is what could be termed a promise from one
property owner to another involving the use of land or the appearance
of property. Covenants governing land use are normally included in
deed or purchase agreements. A carefully worded covenant can be inserted
in the deed to an historic property, resulting in a legal obligation to
the owner, and all subsequent owners, to maintain and preserve the struc-
ture. Covenants rely on private initiative.
6. Tax Incremental Financing. Tax incremental financing is a method of
using increased property taxes in an historic district, which have been
at least in part caused by restoration efforts in the district, solely
for the purpose of financing public improvements in the historic district.
Section 403.19 of the State Code of Iowa grants cities the authority to
issue special "urban renewal bonds" using tax incremental financing.
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This procedure basically works as follows:
A. The city council first determines to undertake an urban renewal
project which is intended to redevelop a blighted urban area
by issuing urban renewal bonds.
B. The city council then, by ordinance, provides that the taxes
levied on all taxable property inside the boundaries of the
urban renewal (historic restoration) project and for the bene-
fit of the city, county, state, school district or any other
taxing district after the effective date of the ordinance shall
be divided as follows: Property values are pegged at a date
established by the ordinance. The property tax income on the
pegged valuations is divided by standard procedure among the
taxing districts. As property values rise above the pegged
valuations, the incremental (extra) property tax revenue is
assigned only to the special renewal district for development
purposes.
C. Taxes may not be captured in this manner until the assessed
valuations in the district rise above the pegged property
values, so this method is commonly used after a renewal project
has been implemented and an earlier date can be chosen at which
time property values were lower. The capture of the increment
is not perpetual. As soon as the indebtedness is satisfied,
all tax monies will be distributed according to the normal
apportionment process.
7. Revolving Funds. Revolving funds are one of historic preservation's
potentially most effective techniques currently in use. They may be
created in either the public sphere as typified by the city of Seattle
or in the private sphere as exemplified by Pittsburgh, Charleston or
Savannah. Broadly defined', a revolving fund is cash or other equities,
a line of credit or any combination of these owned and administered by
a non-profit organization for the express purpose of purchasing and restor-
ing architecturally significant structures. It can also be cash loaned
by a non-profit organization to individuals or organization for the same
purpose. All proceeds from rentals, sales, interest and dividends must
by returned to the fund in order to replenish it. Thus the fund revolves.
Arthur P. Ziegler, Jr., Leopold Adler III and Walter C. Kidney discuss
the creation and operation of revolving funds extensively in their book,
Revolving Funds for Historic Preservation: A Manual of Practice.
Revolving funds have several positive attributes:
A. They help focus an organization's attention and resources.
B. They attract donors. Donors like to see their money working,
and when a project is finished, the donor can see exactly what
his contribution helped to support.
C. Revolving funds can act as a substitute endowment, to which
administrative costs can be charged.
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They help develop power. The quickest way for an organiza-
tion to gain political influence is to show its power on the
street by buying and restoring, selling and renting property.
The organizational process is too complex to discuss in this publica-
tion and so the reader is referred to the above book for development
procedures.
8. Subdivision Regulations. Local governments can use the police power
to regulate subdivisions within their jurisdiction. The approval by a
local government of a proposed subdivision is a privilege which can be
withheld or subjected to conditions. The conditions, known as sub-
division exactions, can require subdividers to donate land or money to
the local government for park, school, sewer improvements, etc.
These powers can be used to promote historic preservation. If the
land for the proposed subdivision contains any structures of historic
or architectural value, approval of the subdivision may be withheld
if there are no provisions for their preservation.
9. Purchase of fee Simple. If the building is for sale, quite obviously
either a municipality or
private party may buy it outright. This is
not a practical approach when dealing with the average landmark unless
a revolving fund is developed and definite uses can be found for each
building.
To implement successful preservation programs, you must know what tools
are available and what tools will be effective in the particular instance
with which you are dealing. Programs which are successful in saving a
solitary landmark may not apply to the preservation of an entire neigh-
borhood or community. Each property, neighborhood and municipality may
require different techniques. We hope you are now beginning to under-
stand the variety of methods which can be utilized and will be happy to
work with you to develop a program suitable for your community. In
order to be effective, you must map out an overall strategy. How to do
so is the subject of Chapter IV.
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Chapter IV
DEVELOPING AN HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROGRAM
Developing an historic preservation program requires planning. An ex-
cellent resource in addition to the Division of Historic Preservation
is the National Trust for Historic Preservation. This is a rather '
unique private corporation which has been chartered by Congress, receives
a considerable sum of federal money to dispense for preservation activities
and is, in effect, the national clearing house for information of preserva-
tion activities in the United States. You should, by all means, consider '
joining this organization. A monthly newsletter is published along with
a quarterly, both containing enormous amounts of information from the
latest legislation and preservation ideas to job listings. The National '
Trust also has field offices located in various regions, the one for
Iowa being in Chicago. You will find the staff most helpful and there
are many publications by the Trust dealing with specific problem areas
you may be facing.
One of their publications, "Historic Preservation Planning" gives excellent
insight into development of a preservation program. The following informa-
tion is excerpted from that article:
An historic preservation plan generally identifies structures and areas
of architectural and historical significance worthy of preservation, out-
lines policies and goals for achieving their preservation and recommends
methods for accomplishing these objectives. The plan provides a means
for integrating the preservation of historic resources with the process
of growth and change by indicating how and where new development „an
take place so it is compatible with the historic character of the neigh-
borhood or municipality. Many plans include a history of the growth and
development of the area under study as well as an analysis of archi-
tectural styles represented.
Generally, a description of the area is given including population, land
use and building condition characteristics. A key element in the plan
is a survey of all structures of architectural and historical signi-
ficance. The survey may also include those elements that enhance the
surrounding environment, for example, landscape features and man-made
objects of interest such as lighting fixtures, fire hydrants and other
street furniture. Buildings are selected for inclusion in the survey
based on meeting pre -established criteria such as those used by the
National Register of Historic Places. The buildings are then evaluated
taking into account a number of factors: 1) The architectural and
historical significance of the building; 2) the extent to which the
building's land use is compatible with other structures in the area;
3) the importance of the structure to its neighborhood; 4) building
condition; and 5) presence of environmental qualities.
The buildings are then grouped according to their level of importance
and priority of historic preservation treatment. This information is
recorded on a map which indicates the location and concentration of
significant structures as well as sites where future development may
take place without destroying the historic integrity of the area.
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The historic preservation plan also contains recommendations for future
actions. Such recommendations might include the following: 1) a state-
ment of preservation philosophy and goals; 2) the establishment of legal
controls in the form of an historic district and/or landmark ordinance,
an easement program and a sign ordinance; 3) proposals for revision of
the existing master plan, zoning ordinance and building and housing
codes; and 4) planning recommendations such as improvement in parking
and traffic circulation systems and land use patterns. Some plans
contain cost estimates for rehabilitation and recommend financing
mechanisms for carrying out the historic preservation objectives.
The most important part of an historic preservation plan is the survey.
It should be done by a committee of people having some sensitivity and
some environmental awareness, background and training. There are many
different tasks to be performed, and if a successful preservation move-
ment is to be initiated, every effort must be made to involve as many
people in the community as possible. Simply select with care who is
to do what. There should be a complete photographic record of all
proposed historic properties in the town showing the relationship of
the property to its environment. Current photographs should be compared
with old pictures and plans to determine any changes that may have
taken place. If any blueprints for the building exist, efforts
should be made to obtain copies and there should be complete documenta-
tion of ownership of those buildings with the highest priority.
One problem often encountered when attempts are made to adapt older
buildings to new uses is requirements in the building code. Cities
should carefully analyze their codes for exceptions that can be made
to encourage re -use of old buildings. Preservation and Building Codes
is a publication by the National Trust which should be most helpful in
this task.
In the meantime, carefully designed projects, well -presented to city
councils should open the way for the granting of exceptions to the
code so long as there is no danger to the public.
If you represent a private group rather than a municipality, there are
a number of activities that are important to your success. You should
publicize your efforts in order to create a broad economic and political
base; work with public and private bodies to develop your plan or
proposal for a private building; investigate grants available through
federal agencies; and lobby for city or county historic zoning to protect
historic properties. Be certain you prepare yourself well. When deal-
ing with public officials and local businessmen, aesthetic arguments
alone will usually be insufficient. Historic significance, economics
and environmental impact of more intensive uses will provide a more
persuasive argument.
This pamphlet leaves a great deal unanswered. It suggests only how
you can begin your historic preservation program. Upon first reading,
you may feel slightly overwhelmed at the complexities and work involved.
Just remember, developing a preservation program is a step-by-step
process and one always begins with step number one. A re -reading with
that in mind should make you feel more comfortable. As questions arise
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in your particular situation, contact us at the Division of Historic
Preservation and utilize the sources mentioned in the text of this
publication and in its bibliography.
We firmly believe that strengthening ties with the past will enhance
the present and enrich the future of your community.
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Appendix A
SUCCESSFUL RESTORATION PROJECTS
Beacon Hili District of Boston. It was created in 1955 and since
has become the cornerstone of a multi-million dollar renewal of
the city. In 1955, nine properties sold for $233,000.00. Their
assessed value was $221,000.00 or 98% of the sale price. In 1962,
seven similar properties sold for $321,600.00. Their assessed
value was $112,200.00 or 35% of the sale price.
E1 Pueblo Viejo District of Santa Barbara. It was created in
1960 and historic district property values have increased from
75% to 150%, even coupled with the fact that assessors are re-
quired by law to consider in the market value that the historic
property has lost the right to be demolished. Businesses are will-
ing to pay very high prices for prestige locations in the district
and historic district preservation values (dollars and styles) have
spread to the rest of the city with beneficial effects for all.
The James K. Polk birthplace had 24,500 tourists spending more than
$100,000 in 1968. With the multiplier effect of the dollar filter-
ing through the local economy, that $100,000 generated $163,000 in
retail sales and provided approximately $14,000 in state and local
taxes. The total economic benefit to the community: 21 additional
Jobs, $109,000 in increased personal income and $168,000 in added
sales.
4. The Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation uses a revolving
fund approach. In its first seven years of operation, it spent
$1,475,238.76 for various purposes. This included the restoration
of two city neighborhoods. Private investment directly related to
restoration spending by the Foundation, but separate from Founda-
tion funds amounted to $16,566,000.00.
One of the neighborhoods restored had been slated for total demoli-
tion. By developing an alternate approach, utilizing existing build-
ings, the Foundation feels that it has helped create tax savings
that may be conservatively estimated at $100,000,000.00. A search
of tax records showed a 10% increase in building valuations between
1965 and 1972 in one of the restored neighborhoods.
5. New Orleans values the French District architecture at $150,000,000
annually (late 50's, early 60's dollars). Studies have shown that
regional and national firms have located there at least in part
because of the French District.
6. The Williamsburg, Virginia area receives an estimated $100,000,000
per year (in 1975 dollars) because of its tourist attractions. The
total cost of restoration for Williamsburg thus far has been only
90,000,000.00.
7. Dubuque, Iowa has recently restored a lovely old theatre (now called
the Five Flags Theatre). A rule -of -thumb cost for building the most
tailored performing arts theatre is $5,681 per seat. This building
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(constructed in 1910) was restored for $1,140 per seat, and the elegant
interior would be economically unfeasible in a new building.
8. An old hotel at Soda Springs, California which was quite rundown and
required complete interior restoration is furnished with antiques
from all over the world which are used in the regular hotel business
but are also for sale. The entire hotel furnishings were sold five
times over in the summer of 1975 and both the hotel and the antique
business are flourishing as people flock to enjoy the charm and
elegance of yesteryear.
9. A huge brick stable has been turned into a shopping mall in Cambridge,
Massachusetts; a mansion has been adapted for use as a credit union
in Southbridge, Massachusetts (business is up 25%); the Rockingham
Hotel has been turned into condominiums in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
as has an old estate in Princeton, New Jersey. Goodyear Tire and
Rubber Company revamped an old factory into offices in Akron, Ohio
and the old city hall has been converted into a shopping mall in
Tacoma, Washington at $5 to $7 less per square foot than new construc-
tion.
10. U. S. Department of Commerce figures for 1957 showed that if a commun-
ity could attract 24 tourists per day, it was equal to a new industry
with a $100,000.00 payroll.
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Appendix B
ANALYSIS OF IOWA LAW
Preservation law in Iowa is a new development. As mentioned in the
text, there was state legislation passed in 1976 providing for a refer-
endum to create an historic district. At the local level, Iowa cities
are just beginning to consider municipal ordinances.
Given the above, there quite obviously is no body of Iowa law to render
guidance in the development of local ordinances except the state consti-
tution and any applicable state legislation (there are some decisions
in related fields such as aesthetics, however).
' The Iowa Constitution, Amendment Number 2, 1968, provides that:
Municipal corporations are granted home rule power and
authority not inconsistent with the laws of the General
Assembly, to determine their local affairs and govern-
ment, except that they shall not have power to levy tax
unless expressly authorized by the General Assembly.
The rule of proposition of law that a municipal corpora-
tion possesses and can exercise only those powers granted
in express words is not a part of the law of this state.
Thus Iowa cities, who adopt "home rule" legislation are constitutionally
empowered to make and enforce zoning regulations to the extent that such
zoning does not conflict with state standards.
Chapter 364 of the Iowa Code, Powers and Duties of Cities, repeats
the words of the 1968 Municipal Home Rule mendment to the Iowa
Constitution and goes on to elaborate in a number of areas, some of
I.� them pertinent to historic preservation regulation:
Section 364.2 Vesting of Power
1. .
2. The enumeration of a specific power of a city does not
limit or restrict the general grant of home rule power
conferred by the Constitution. A city may exercise its
general powers subject only to limitations expressly
imposed by a state or city law.
3. An exercise of a city power is not inconsistent with
a state law unless it is irreconcilable with the state
N law.
Section 364.3 Limitations of Powers
1 1. . . .
2. A city may not provide a penalty in excess of a one
hundred dollar fine or in excess of thirty days im-
prisonment for the violation of an ordinance . . .
3. A city may not set standards and requirements which are
lower or less stringent than those imposed by state law,
but may set standards and requirements which are higher
or more stringent than those imposed by state law, unless
a state law provides otherwise.
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Section 364.6 Procedure. A city shall substantially comply
wifi a procedure established by a state law for exercising
a city power. If a procedure is not established by state
law, a city may determine its own procedure for exercising
the power.
If part of the power granted to a preservation commission includes a form
of zoning, it is necessary to consult Chapter 414 of the Iowa Code on
Municipal Zoning.
Section 414.1 Buildinq Restrictions -- Powers Granted. For the
eral health ,
purpose of promoting the gen, safety, morals, or the
general welfare, any city is hereby empowered to regulate and
restrict the height, number of stories, and size of buildings '
and other structures, the percentage of lot that may be occupied,
the size of yards, courts, and other open spaces, the density
of population and the location and use of buildings. strurturpc_
section 414.2 Districts. For any or all of said purposes, the
local legislative body, hereinafter referred to as the council,
may divide the city into districts of such number, shape, and
'
area as may be deemed best suited to carr out the ur oses of
this chapter; and within such districts, it may regulate an
restrict the erection, construction, alteration, repair, or use
of buildings, structures, or land. All such regulations and
restrictions shall be uniform for each class or kind of buildings
throw hout each district, but the regulations—in one district
'
M if er rom those in other districts.
Section 414.3 Basic of Regulations. Such regulations shall be made
in actor ante with a comprehensive plan and designed to lessen
1
congestion in the streets; to secure safety from fire, flood,
panic, and other dangers; to promote the qeneral welfare; to
provide adequate light and air; to prevent the overcrowding
'
of land; to avoid undue concentration of population; to facili-
tate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewage,
schools, parks, and other public requirements.
,
Such regulations shall be made with reasonable consideration,
among other things as to the character of the area of the
district and the peculiar suitability of such area for parti-
'
cular uses, and with a view to conserving the value of build-
ings
an encouraging the most appropriate use of land through-
out such city.
'
Section 414.4 Regulations and Boundaries. The council of such
city shall provide for the manner which such regulations
and restrictions and boundaries of such districts shall be
'
determined, established, and enforced, and from time to time
amended, supplemented or changed. However, no such regulation,
restriction, or boundary shall become effective until after a
'
public hearing in relation thereto at which parties in interest
and citizens shall have an opportunity to be heard. At least
fifteen days' notice shall bepublished in a paper of general
circulation in such city.
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,
Section 414.5 Changes -- H_e_arP_ Notice. Such regulations,
restr ct ons, ani oun ar es may, trom time to time, be amended,
supplemented, changed, modified, or repealed. In case, however,
of a protest against such change signed by the owners of twenty
percent or more either of the area of the lots included in such
proposed change, or of those immediately adjacent in the rear
thereof extending the depth of one lot or not to exceed two
hundred feet therefrom, or of those directly opposite thereto,
extending the depth of one lot or not to exceed two hundred
feet from the street frontage of such opposite lots, such
amendment shall not become effective except by favorable vote of
at least three-fourths of all members of the council. The pro-
visions of Section 414.4 relative to public hearings and official
notice shall apply equally to all changes or amendments.
Section 414.6 Zoning Commission. In order to avail itself of
the powers conferred by this chapter, the council shall
appoint a commission, to be known as the zoning commission,
to recommend the boundaries of the various original districts,
and appropriate regulations and restrictions to be enforced
therein. Where a city plan commission already exists, it may
be appointed as the zoning commission. Such commission shall,
with due diligence, prepare a preliminary report and hold
public hearings thereon before submitting its final report;
and such council shall not hold its public hearings or take
action until it has received the final report of such commis-
sion. After the adoption of such regulations, restrictions,
and boundaries of districts, the zoning commission may from
time to time, recommend to the council amendments, supplements,
changes, or modifications.
Section 414.20 Actions to Correct Violations. In case any build-
ing or structure is erected, constructed, reconstructed,
altered, repaired, converted, or maintained; or any building
structure, or land is used in violation of this chapter or
of any ordinance or other regulation made under authority
conferred thereby, the council, in addition to other remedies,
may institute any appropriate action or other proceedings to
prevent such unlawful erection, construction, reconstruction,
alteration, repair, conversion, maintenance, or use, to
restrain, correct, or abate such violation, to prevent the
occupancy of said building, structure, or land, or to
prevent any illegal act, conduct, business, or use in or
about such premises.
ion 414.21 Conflicting Rules, Ordinances, and Statutes. Where -
ever the regulations made under authority of this c ap er require
a greater width or size of yards, courts, or other open spaces,
or require a lower height of building or less number of stories,
or require a greater percentage of lot to be left unoccupied,
or impose other higher standards than are required in any other
statute or local ordinance or regulations, the provisions of
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the regulations made under authority of this chapter shall
govern. Wherever the provisions of any other statute or local
ordinance or regulation require a greater width or size of
yards, courts, or other open spaces, or require a lower height
of building or less number of stories, or require a greater
percentage of lot to be left unoccupied, or impose other higher
standards than are required by the regulations made under authority
of this chapter, the provisions of such statute or local
ordinance shall govern . . .
The state enabling legislation broadly indicates the kinds of zoning controls
that a municipality may use, subject to the imprecise requirements of
uniformity of regulation and consistency of zoning with the municipality's
comprehensive plan. The legislative intent would appear to be to provide
only a minimum of limitation in order that cities might exercise the
maximum degree of control over local zoning matters.
Only where the state law prohibits local legislation on a subject is the
local body clearly precluded from enacting local legislation. However,
the limitation that local acts not be in conflict with general state laws
introduces some ambiguity concerning local zoning power where local
ordinances cover the same subject matter as state acts without dealing
expressly with matters specifically defined, prohibited or permitted by
the state statutes. Whether local regulation is in conflict with state
legislation depends on whether the state legislation is pre-emptive and
whether the specific issue is procedural or substantive in nature.
It would appear the state procedural standards applicable to zoning ordi-
nances may be construed as minimum standards for all cities (Iowa Code
364.6). Cities, therefore, may not effectuate procedures which result
in a lower procedural standard. That is, a local government may not
rely on the home rule power to overcome a procedural deficiency encom-
passed within the constitutional concept of due process.
The substantive scope of municipal zoning is contained in Iowa Code Sec-
tion 414.1 which includes the broad license to regulate the "use of build-
ings, structures, and land for trade, industry, residence or other pur-
poses." This open-ended permission for land -use regulation to effectuate
"other purposes" not specified in the statute demonstrates the legisla-
ture's recognition that new criteria for evaluating and protecting urban
amenities are continually being developed, and that fors of regulation
should not be absolutely restricted if zoning is to be consistent with
planning goals.
Section 414.2 authorizes the local legislative body to divide the city into
districts "as may be deemed best suited to carry out the purposes of this
chapter " No specific guidelines for shaping or determining the
zoning districts are promulgated. In keeping with the maxim that zoning
is a municipal affair, districting has been left to the discretion of
the local zoning body, subject to the constitutional limitations of due
process and to the limitation of Iowa Code Section 414.2 that zoning
regulations "be uniform for each class or kind of buildings through each
district. Equally broad is the limitation of Section 414.3 that
"Such regulations shall be made in accordance with a comprehensive plan
and designed to . . . promote health and the general welfare . . . and
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other public requirements." In essence, the legislature has directed
each city to determine its needs, to insure due process, and then to
implement the official program in a logically consistent manner. The
legislative intent would appear to have been to insure fair procedure
for implementation rather than to prescribe definitively the elements
which should be emphasized in a plan.
Assuming the above to be true, the question to be asked about enact-
ing an historic preservation ordinance becomes: Is it a valid exercise
of the police power? Section 414.2 allows for the designation of
districts and states that the regulations in one district may differ
from those in another. Section 414.3 of the Iowa Code notes: "[Zoning]
regulations shall be made with reasonable consideration, among other
things, as to the character of the area of the district and the parti-
cular suitability of such area for particular uses. . ." Designation
of a preservation area, however, may differ from a conventional zoning
district, depending upon the structure of the local ordinance. On
the one hand, an historic district may be declared, and permitted uses
within the district ennunciated (the conventional zoning approach).
On the other, as is the case of the ordinance proposed in this paper,
it may be a protective overlay on another zoning classification.
The traditionally accepted reasons for zoning were developed before
the complexities of modern urban life evolved. As cities have grown,
aged and become more complex, new needs have appeared and the courts
have recognized this. In Miller v. Board of Public Works of the Cit
of Los Angeles, 273 U.S. 781 (1926), it was stated: " he police power
is not a circumscribed prerogative, but is elastic, and, in keeping with
the growth of knowledge and the belief in the popular mind of the need
for its application, capable of expansion to meet existing conditions
of modern life and thereby keep pace with the social, economic, moral,
and intellectual evolution of the human race." In holding that zoning
must be able to reflect changes in needs, the court implicitly recog-
nized that a city may fashion implementation schemes different from
the traditional form.
What of the validity of a layering concept using the police power? An
example of a zoning layer, but in a different area from preservation
may be observed in San Francisco.
Since 1960, the city has been divided into several use
districts with appropriate bulk and building restrictions
established for each district. With the increased civic
awareness of urban design principles that the natural
hills and valleys within the city and the shoreline
features could be emphasized by the height and bulk of
structures, the city enacted an ordinance which desig-
nated height and bulk districts. These districts were
not tied to the previously existing use districts, since
height and bulk restrictions were predicated on different
geologic and topographic criteria than land use. Height
and bulk restrictions are permitted types of regulations,
but the city imposed height and bulk restrictions as an
overlay on the more traditional land use districting, thus
creating two levels of districts for each property within
the city.
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Historic districting would work in a similar fashion, except that although
all areas of the city are zoned for use, only some of the use zones would
also have an historic designation. The validity of partial districting
in principle has been upheld; Castiglione v. Count of San Die o, 93 Cal.
Rptr. 499 (1971) (county -wide zoning not required ; Brougher v. Board
of Public Works of the Cit and Count of San Francisco, 107 Cal. App. 15
1930 height requirements need not be uniform within a zoning district).
If Iowa Courts will accept the "elastic" concept in Ambler Realty and
Miller, multiple layer districting should not be an invalid form of
regulation, nor should multiple layer districting be invalidated merely
because multiple layers are only partially implemented throughout a city.
A question which needs to be considered arises under Iowa Code Section
414.6, ZoninT Commission. It requires that a commission be appointed to
recommend boundaries and appropriate regulations for zoning districts.
If a city has a zoning commission, can a preservation commission having
special zoning powers also be appointed? Section 364.6 specifically notes
that: "If a procedure is not established by state law, a city may deter-
mine its own procedure for exercising the power." Historic district zon-
ing in the proposed ordinance is an overlay type of zoning which does not
affect use per se and is not specifically provided for by state law. Proper
implementation requires special knowledge not usually possessed or needed
by most zoning commission members and there are many other varied duties
which would not only be difficult for a zoning commission to perform but
would entail more time than would be available after conducting usual
zoning business matters. Therefore, it would seem reasonable to create
a new commission with special zoning powers as long as these powers do
not conflict with the powers of the regular city zoning commission.
The preceding analysis is by no means definitive. However, we feel that
it demonstrates that there are reasonable grounds to believe that a care-
fully drawn, stringent historic preservation ordinance should survive legal
challenge in the Iowa courts. Much, of course, depends upon the philosophy
of the judge, as well as how the case is presented -- but such is life.
Any initial challenge to municipal legislation will probably be an attempt
to label preservation restrictions as aesthetic zoning and the attack will
be on the grounds that aesthetics cannot be the sole reason for restrict-
ing property use and are beyond the scope of the police power. Over and
above this, there are three main bases of attack on preservation laws:
1) that they are generally lacking in definite specifications and
appropriate standards; 2) that they should not apply to all structures
in an historic district, but only to those with actual historical value;
and 3) that, under the rule of discrimination as exemplified by Yick
Wo v. Hopkins, 118 U.S. 356, the law may be unconstitutional in its
application to specific cases though it meets constitutional requirements
in general.
What the results of an aesthetic challenge to an historic preservation
ordinance would be in Iowa is an unanswerable question. If this hurdle
is cleared, the next problem, that of providing definite standards, should
be adequately dealt with in a proposed ordinance. Regarding the challenge
that only historic buildings in an historic district should be
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' controlled, one can only say that this attack has been successfully
met elsewhere, and hopefully, Iowa courts will sustain total controls
for an historic district if an ordinance is well -drawn. The third
1 challenge, that an ordinance may be unconstitutional in its applica-
tion to a specific case, even if it meets constitutional requirements
in general, is an attack which must be met on a case-by-case basis.
' Some challenges are successful, others are not.
We hope that the analysis presented in this chapter has given the
reader some basis for judgment in developing local preservation
■ controls.
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Appendix C
SOME MONETARY SOURCES
FEDERAL
Department of Commerce - Administrative Office of Public Works
Economic Development Act of 1965
1. Grants and loans for acquisition and redevelopment of
property for commercial, industrial and tourist use (can
be used for economic development of historic areas).
2. Technical planning assistance for above.
Department of Housing and Urban Development
1. 701 (Comprehensive Planning Assistance) funds can be used
for the following preservation -related -activities, as long as
they are part of a comprehensive plan: development of criteria
for evaluation of historic properties; surveys; identification
of historic properties subject to destruction and/or deteriora-
tion; consideration of the relationship of historic properties
to other elements of comprehensive planning in the jurisdiction;
determination of preliminary cost estimates for the rehabilita-
tion or restoration of significant buildings or districts;
preparation of district legislation, model preservation contracts,
general administrative and budgetary measures and preparation
of an historic preservation program outlining action needed.
2. Mortgage insurance for various medical facilities (redo
old buildings) and residential property.
3. Title I Home Improvement Loan provides for FHA insurance
loans made by private financial institutions at market rates
to finance property improvements. Being expanded to provide
$15,000 per dwelling unit for 15 years for properties that are
to be used primarily as residences and are in the National
Register or certified eligible; will be available to all
properties within a National Register district. State historic
preservation officers must review proposed improvements.
Preservation organizations can inform property owners and
convince local financial institutions of need to make money
available for loans. For more information, write [IUD,
Washington, D.C. 20410 or the National Register of Historic
Places, U.S. Department of the Interior, Washington, D.C. 20240.
4. Community Development Block Grant Program provides funds
directly to communities. These block grants can be used to
fund such activities as surveys of cultural resources; develop-
ment of an historic preservation plan; studies for the adoption
of regulatory or protective ordinances; establishment of
financial programs including low-interest loans and grants for
rehabilitation of historically and architecturally significant
structures; establishment of a revolving fund for the
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acquisition, rehabilitation and disposition of historic
properties; easement programs. Community development funds
may be used as the match for federal matching grants programs,
such as National Park Service grants. Communities using these
funds must comply with federal laws and regulations protecting
cultural resources.
5. Urban Homesteading, P.L. 93 - 383. The federal government
transfers dwellings to the state for urban homesteading.
Individuals are given title after three years of occupation
AND
the building is rehabilitated to local code standards..
Property Release Option Program (PROP) authorizes HUD to sell
to local governments (for $1) 4,000 HUD -owned properties
whose value "as is" is less than HUD's anticipated holding
costs. Approximately 800 properties have been sold. Localities
can rehabilitate, demolish and/or sell such properties. Local
governments can periodically call HUD area offices for a list
of available properties and buy appropriate properties to re-
store or to demolish to provide open space.
6. 1968 Housing Act, section 160: interest-free loans for
non-profit sponsors of new or rehabilitated housing for low
or moderate income families to cover preconstruction costs
involving planning and obtaining financing for a proposed
project.
7. 1968 Housing Act, section 235: provides subsidies to
low and moderate -income families to purchase new or sub-
stantially rehabilitated single-family houses or condominiums.
Section 235 can provide assistance payments that reduce monthly
payments to as low as those required on a mortgage with a
5 percent interest rate; however, the homeowner must contribute
at least 20 percent of monthly income toward the monthly mort-
gage payment. HUD estimates that eligible families usually
will have between $9,000 and $11,000.
8. Urban Reinvestment Task Force sponsors two programs:
Neighborhood Housing Services and Neighborhood Preservation
Projects. The funds are to stimulate lending by financial
institutions in neighborhoods showing early signs of dis-
investment and deterioration. Both programs involve the
establishment of a local partnership with neighborhood
residents, the private sector and local government. Contact:
Urban Reinvestment Task Force, 320 First Street Il. W.,
Washington, D.C. 20552.
9. HUD Urban Renewal and Model Cities. Although no additional
funds will be approved for these programs unless through the
block grant program, local agencies can still reduce the cost
of historic properties to as little as $1, reduce the cost of
cleared land around historic properties and provide $50,000
for rehabilitation of property listed in or determined by the
Secretary of the Interior to be eligible for inclusion in the
National Register. Funds remaining in these programs can be
used and reassigned.
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Department of Health, Education and Welfare
Grants for education purposes at historic properties.
Department of Interior
1. National Park Service Grants. Fifty percent matching grants
are issued to states, the District of Columbia, territories and
the National Trust. Funds may be used to survey the state for
historic and cultural resources, prepare nominations to the
National Register and acquire and develop properties listed in
the Register. Funds may be transferred by state historic
preservation officers to private organizations, individuals
or governmental subdivisions. SHPOs are good sources of
information on funding available within the state, preserva-
tion techniques and protection of cultural resources.
Contact the appropriate state historic preservation officer
or the National Park Service, Washington, D.C. 20240.
'
2. Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act of 1974
makes federal construction programs and all programs
licensed or otherwise assisted by federal agencies re-
sponsible for the damage they may cause to the nation's
scientific, prehistoric, historic and archaeological
resources. The act provides agencies with specific
,
authority to conduct necessary data recovery investigations
in conjunction with authorized funded projects. Federal
agencies may seek appropriations, obligate existing funds
or use 1 percent of project funds to pay expenses. Contact
'
Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, Department
of the Interior, Washington, D.C. 20240.
Department of Labor
1. Comprehensive Manpower Services (possible labor for reno-
vation of historic structures).
2. Comprehensive Employment and Training Act of 1973 (CETA).
Funds allocated for programs designed to employ specially
targeted groups or prime sponsors - states, units of local
governments responsible for 100,000 or more people or combina-
tions of local units (one of which must have a population
of 100,000 or more). Also, in exceptional circumstances,
local units, regardless of population, are eligible for funds
if the Secretary of Labor determines that they meet certain
criteria specified in the Act. Preservation organizations
'.
can use CETA funds to pay the salaries of needed staff, both
clerical and professional. Although $10,000 is the highest
salary payable with federal funds, this can be supplemented
,
by state, local or county funds.
Department of Transportation
'
Amtrak Improvement Act of 1974 - P.L. 93496. Money for planning
reuse of and for actual conversion of historically significant
railroad stations to new uses.
,
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Department of Treasury
General Revenue Sharing (money for historic preservation
if local authorities decide to put it to that use).
General Services Administration
Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949:
Disposal of surplus real property (can get historic federal
buildings if they are not needed by the U.S. Government).
PRIVATE
1. Revolving Funds, a technique to multiply funds, can be
established with block grants, NPS grants, National Trust
funds, Urban Reinvestment Task Force Funds or other sources.
Some systems acquire, preserve and sell historic properties,
other systems are for preservation loans to owners. Proceeds
return to the fund for other projects, so funds and their
impact are multiplied. An excellent guide to establishing
and operating a revolving fund is Revolyin Funds for Historic
Preservation: A Manual of Practice by rthur, Ziegler, Leopold
Adler and Walter Kidney. It is available through the National
Trust Bookshop. Architectural Heritage, a nonprofit organiza-
tion, is providing management services for revolving funds
on the state and regional levels. Contact: Architectural
Heritage, 45 School Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02108.
2. Consultant Service Grants, provided by the National Trust
on a matching basis, go to nonprofit or public member organi-
zations to pay for consultants on preservation problems.
Grants average $1,000 to $2,000 and support such projects
as historic district and property feasibility studies.
Contact National Trust for this and the following program.
3. National Historic Preservation Fund, sponsored by the
National Trust, provides low-interest loans to nonprofit or
public member organizations to establish revolving funds
for improving properties listed in the National Register.
The original $300,000 fund has been enlarged by a $500,000
grant from the Mellon Foundation. Loans are expected to
average between $25,000 and $50,000.
Money is often available from private foundations. See "The Preserva-
tion Game and How Historic Ithaca Won", Historic Preservation, Jan. -
March, 1975. Also check The Foundation Directory published by the
Foundation Center, New York City - libraries may have it), Foundation
News (published by the Journal of Philanthropy) and contact local
fund-raisers for area colleges.
Ways to obtain money are often limited only by your imagination and
ingenuity.
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Whyte, William H. The Last Landscape. Doubleday and Company, Inc.: Garden
City, New York, 1968. Excellent
discussion of how economic forces
shape land use and suggestions for how to deal with them.
Ziegler, Arthur P., Jr. Historic Preservation in Inner Cit Areas:
A Manual of Practice. Ober ark ssoc ates, Inc.: tts urgh,
eMull of 'Excellent discussion of practical ways to
preserve and restore neighborhoods.
Ziegler, Arthur P., Jr.; Adler, Leopold III; Kidney, Walter C. Revolving
Funds for Historic Preservation: A Manual of Practice. Ober Park
ssoc ates, nc.: tts urg ennsy van a, 9 D rections for
development and implementation of revolving funds.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
C0MMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Table
I:
Progress on Planned Activities (HUD 4071). . .
. . . 2
Table
IA:
Households Benefitting -Physical and
. . 52
Table
VC:
Capital Improvements (HUD 4078.1) . . . . .
. . . 23
Table
IB:
Population Benefiting -Services and
. . 54
Table
VD:
Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 25
Table
IC:
Relocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 27
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Table II: Recipient Assessments (HUD 4080) . . . . . . . . . . 28
HOUSING ASSISTANCE PLAN
Table IIIA: Housing Assistance Provided (HUD 4076) . . . . . . . 37
Table IIIB: Location of Units with Financial
Committment (HUD 4069) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Table IV: Environmental Review Process (HUD 4075). . . . . . 46
PROCEDURE COMPLIANCE
Table
VA:
Equal Opportunity (HUD 4081) . . . . . . . . . .
. . 50
Table
VB:
Fair Housing (HUD 4082). . . . . . . . . . .
. . 52
Table
VC:
Action to Prevent Housing Discrimination
(HUD 4072) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . 54
Table
VD:
Entrepreneurship (HUD 4083). . . .
. . 58
Table
VE:
Title 1 - Assisted Prime Contracts (Hud 4073). .
. . 60
Table
VF:
Title 1 - Assisted Sub -Contracts (HUD 4073.1). .
. . 62
Table
VG:
Recipient Employment (HUD 4074). . . . . . . . .
. . 63
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Table VI Citizen Participation (HUD 4079) . . . . . . .
. . 65
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
GRANTEE PERFORMANCE REPORT
WEE NAME AND ADDRESS
City of Iowa City
Civic Center
410 E. Washington Street'
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
S.. THE GRANTEE CERTIFIES THAT:
ram Approved
OMB No. 63-RI524
2. DATE OF PERIOD COVERED
BY REPORT
FROM: June 6, 1975
To: March 1, 1977
(a) To the best of its knowledge and belief the data in this report was true and correct as of the date in
Item 2.
(b) The records mentioned in 24 CFR Part 570.907 are being maintained and will be made available upon
request.
(c) Federal assistance made available under the CDBG Program is not being utilized to reduce substantially
the amount of local Financial Support for community development activities below the level of such support
prior to the start of the CDBG Program Year.
TYPED NAME AND YITL E OF AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE
Neal G. Berlin, City Manager
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(Include Area Code)
319-354-1800
DATE
March 10, 1977
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PROGRESS ON PLANNED ACTIVITIES: NARRATIVE
No. la Project/Activity Preparation of Comprehensive Development Plan
CDBG Funded: 1st and 2nd years
a) Operating Steps Taken:
1. Background reports have been completed specifically detailing current Iowa
City resources in the following areas: Population, Housing, Trafficways,
Vegetation, Land Use Summary, Locational Factors, Reports on Community
Facilities, Utilities, Land Forms and Economics, and Land Use Concepts will
be completed within two months.
2. Citizen comments and opinions are being gathered using two survey instruments
to assess residents' relationship to their community and their expectations
of future development.
3. The Comprehensive Plan Coordinating Committee including members from the
Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council review all data compiled
for the above two activities before the information is printed.
Problems Encountered:
1. Gathering enough data to appropriately plan for the physical, social, economic,
and environmental well being of the residents of Iowa City is difficult. The
community is characterized by a high turnover in population which complicates
effective citizen participation. Additionally, much of the data being
assembled for the plan development is original work developed for Iowa City
for the first time.
2. The political environment in Iowa City challenges planners' assessment of
every situation. No conclusions can be taken for granted, all must be proven.
This slows the planning process down considerably.
c) Other Sources of Funds:
None
d) Advances for Public Works Planning:
Not applicable
e) Relocation:
Not applicable
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PROGRESS ON PLANNED ACTIVITIES: NARRATIVE
No. lb Project/Activity Human Needs Plan
CDBG Funded: 1st and 2nd years
a) Operating Steps Taken:
1. A contract will be entered into with the 'Johnson County Regional Planning
' Commission (JCRP) to provide research of areawide human resources and to
prepare a human needs plan.
2. Specific areas of study have been identified.
r , 3. A work program will be developed during the next few months.
b) Problems Encountered:
`.' Identifying individuals who could satisfactorily complete unbiased research
and also involve service agencies in developing a plan for meeting human
needs presented no severe problems, but slowed the program's implementation.
JCRP is capable of completing the research and identifying a plan for
future human service coordination.
' c) Other Sources of Funds:
The study is funded 75% by Iowa City and 25% by other surrounding
' communities and Johnson County.
d) Advances for Public Works Planning:
' None
e) . Relocation:
Not Applicable
P-7
PROGRESS ON PLANNED ACT1Vi-rus : NARRATIVE
IC Project/Activit River Corridor Development Plan
CDBG Funded: 1st year
a) Operating Steps Taken:
1. Stanley Consultants were contracted with to prepare the Plan.
2. A three volume report was prepared analyzing the present conditions and future
potential of the Iowa River. Recommendations for preservation and develop-
ment of the Iowa River Corridor were included, as well as detailed plans
describing compatible designs for the Southern River Corridor. Phase II of
the study also provides suggestions for managing the River Corridor and
possible sources of funding.
3. The Riverfront Commission has been expanded to include three members from
Johnson County and one member from Coralville to insure coordination of
activities along the Iowa River in Johnson County. The formation of a River
Corridor Management 'Body" for Johnson County is being considered.
4. An Ordinance for the establishment and regulation of a River Corridor Overlay
Zone is currently being prepared and will be part of the Iowa City Compre-
hensive Plan which is also under preparation.
b) Problems Encountered:
1. To implement measures suggested land must be acquired and funding has not
been available.
2. Other methods of controlling development along the river and negative
impacts upon the river are dependent on the formation of a River Corridor
Overlay Zone.
c) Other Sources of Funds:
Local funds in the amount of $21,240 were used to support the study.
d) Advances for Public Works Planning:
None
e) Relocation:
Not Applicable
P-8
PRO(;RI S ON PLANKI) ACT IVYHES: NARRATIVE
No. Id Projcct/Activity_ Ralston Creek Watershed Development and Needs__S r e„v
CDBG Funded: Ist year —
a) Operating Steps Taken:
1. Powers -Willis and Associates have been contracted to complete a study of
Ralston Creek and provide a solution to control flooding and watershed.
2. An organization of Ralston Creek neighborhood residents was developed to
help realize a satisfactory solution and implementation,
3. An interim report was completed March, 1976, that identified specific
preliminary creek bed improvements. These improvements are to be funded
with CDBG funds.
4. The final report, which will control watershed flooding from 50 to 100 years,
will be released within the next couple of months.
b) Problems Encountered:
No major problems have been encountered.
c) Other Sources of Funds:
Other sources of funding were sought, but none were available for completing
the study.
d) Advances for Public Works Planning:
None
e) Relocation•
Not Applicable
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b) Problems Encountered:
!; No major problems have been encountered.
! c)- Other Sources of Funds:
None to date, but 312 loan funds are potentially available.
! d) Advances for Public Works Planning:
None
' a) Relocation:
None anticipated at this time.
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P-10
PROGRESS ON PLANNED ACTiVITIIiS: NARRATIVE
!
No.
2 Project/Activity Neighborhood Rehabilitation Program
!
CDBG Funded: Ist and 2nd years _
!
a) Operating
Steps Taken;
1.
After preliminary staff analysis of the neighborhood housing needs, Rehab
'
Consultant was contracted to develop procedures and program details,
2.
An advisory board of interested residents and businessmen was organized
to review program developments.
!
3.
Staff was hired and trained. The neighborhood was delineated.
4.
The City Council has approved the grant programs. A loan program is being
!
finalized and Council approval is expected in April.
S.
A publicity program was implemented.
6.
Applications are being processed for 25 structures. Construction is under-
!
way in two structures.
7.
One site improvement plan has been submitted. The site improvement program
will be defined during the next 4 to 6 weeks.
b) Problems Encountered:
!; No major problems have been encountered.
! c)- Other Sources of Funds:
None to date, but 312 loan funds are potentially available.
! d) Advances for Public Works Planning:
None
' a) Relocation:
None anticipated at this time.
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PROGRESS ON PLANNED ACTIVITIES: NARRATIVE
No._3__ Project/Activ.ity Housing Code Enforcement
COBG Funded: 1st and 2nd years —
ia) Operating Steps Taken:
1. An area for concentrated systematic inspections was delineated.
2. Staffing was increased for the new program scope.
3. A procedure manual was developed.
4. Inspections were initiated block by block throughout the project area.
b) Problems Encountered:
No major problem has been encountered.
c) Other Sources of Funds:
The City's Housing Code Enforcement staff was doubled in size to carry out
- ' this, systematic inspection program. The locally funded inspectors also
make inspections as part of this program.
d) Advances for Public Works Planning:
None
'.' e) Relocation:
None is anticipated at this time.
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PROGRI:SS ON PLANNED AC'PIV1'rms : NARRATIVE
No. 4 Project/Activity Removal of Architectural Barriers
CDBG Funded: 1st and 2nd years
a) Operating Steps Taken:
1. A survey of all City owned buildings was completed and improvements
prescribed.
2. The City Council authorized improvements to be made,
3. A contract was awarded to an architect to develop specifications for the
major improvements.
4. Minor improvements are being implemented by City personnel.
b) Problems Encountered:
' Total accessibility is not economically feasible in several structures,
so partial solutions will be implemented.
' c) Other Sources of Funds:
None
' d) Advances for Public Works Planning:
None
e) Relocation:
'■ Not Applicable
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PROGRESS ON PLANNED ACTIVITIES: NARRATIVE
No. 5 Project/Activity Skills Unlimited Workshop
CDBG Funded: 1st year
a) Operating Steps Taken:
1. Identified building to be purchased and rehabilitated for this project.
' 2. Obtained engineering study of rehabilitation needs and costs.
3. Obtained two independent appraisals.
b) Problems Encountered:
Projected costs would far exceed funds available for this purpose
' we are exploring alternative ways to carry out this activity..
The project was dropped during June 1976 program amendments.
c) Other Sources of Funds:
None
1 d). Advances for Public Works Planning:
Not Applicable
e) Relocation•
Not Applicable
Currently
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PROGRESS ON PLANNED ACTIVITIIiS: NARRATIVE
No. 6 Project/Activity Ralston Creek Flood Control Preliminary Imai9yement_
CDBG Funded: 2nd year _
a) Operating Steps Taken:
1. Environmental review records were completed for the preliminary measures.
2. Designs and specifications are being detailed.
3. Appraisals of easement rights and land to be acquired are now underway.
b) Problems Encountered:
1. Initially, several property owners contacted did not wish their property
to be used for watershed control. The sites were re-evaluated and alternate
sites used.
2. Neighborhood residents resisted stormwater detention in Happy Hollow Park.
A neighborhood meeting was held to further explain the project and environ-
mental impact. Resistence subsided.
c)' Other Sources of Funds:
Other sources of funding were sought, but none were available.
d) Advances for Public Works Planning:
None
e) Relocation:
One deteriorated structure located in the floodway will be demolished and
the occupant relocated.
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P-14
PROGRESS ON PLANNED ACTIVITIES: NARRATIVE
No. 7a Project/Activity Parks and Recreation Activities and Acquisition
CDBG Funded: 1st and 2nd years
a) Operating Steps Taken:
1. After two appraisals were obtained, Hollywood Manor Neighborhood Park was
acquired.
2. An appraisal and review appraisal of the Hickory Hill Park land are currently
being completed. Acquisition of the land is expected within the next few
months.
b) Problems Encountered:
No problems have been encountered during this program year.
c) Other Sources of Funds:
' Local funds were used to acquire the East Side Park.
d) Advances for Public Works Planning:
Not Applicable
e) Relocation:
None
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PROGRESS ON PLANNED ACTIVITIES: NARRATIVE
No. 7b Project/Activity Neighborhood Park Site Improvements
CDBG Funded: 1st and 2nd years
y�e) Relocation:
�/+',� None
a)
Operating Steps Taken:
'
1. Environmental Review Records were completed to evaluate the improvements
planned at each park site.
2. Bids were awarded for acquiring trees for Villa, Willow Creek, Wetherby,
and Pheasant Hill parks.
3. Grass seed and fertilizer were acquired for development of the recently
acquired Hollywood Manor neighborhood park now named Wetherby.
4. Bids were awarded 1-13-77 for play equipment, picnic tables, a back stop,
and bleachers for use in the aforementioned four parks.
S. Bids will be opened 3-22-77 for the tennis court lights at Mercer Park.
b)
Problems Encountered:
A site visit from the HUD office suggested that Environmental Review Records
be drafted to evaluate specific improvements. Construction was therefore
'
delayed many months.
c)
Other Sources of Funds:
Alternate funding sources are being sought, such as state Land and Water Con-
servation funds (LAWCON), but to date none have been received.
d)
Advances for Public Works Planning:
None
y�e) Relocation:
�/+',� None
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PROGRESS ON PLANNED ACTIVITIES: NARRATIVE
No. 7c Project/Activity City Park Improvements
CDBG Funded: 1st year
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a)
Operating Steps Taken:
1. Environmental review records have been completed to evaluate the specific
'
impact of identified improvements.
2. The Log Cabin restoration was completed by park personnel.
3. Tree bids were awarded 12-22-76. Planting is scheduled to be done in April
and May, 1977.
4. Playground equipment bids were awarded 12-22-76. Installation is expected
'
spring 1977.
S. Pond bank stabilization bids were awarded 12-22-76 for grass paver blocks
t
to be installed April, 1977.
6. Tennis court light bids are to be opened March 22, 1977.
b)
Problems Encountered:
A site visit from the HDD office suggested that Environmental Review Records
be drafted to evaluate specific improvements. Construction was therefore
delayed many months.
c)
Other Sources of Funds:
'
None
d),
Advances for Public Works Planning:
None
'
e),
Relocation:
None
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PROGRESS ON PLANNED ACTIVITIES: NARRATIVE
No. 8 Project/Activity City -University Redevelopment Project
CDBG Funded: 2nd year
a) operating Steps Taken:
1. Staff requirements were evaluated and an expanded staff was hired in order
to complete the Iowa R-14 Urban Renewal Project.
2. A land disposition consultant has been retained by the City to assist in
the marketing of project land.
3. A land disposition work program has been prepared. New re -use appraisals
have been obtained. The Urban Renewal Plan has been reviewed and several
minor plan changes were made.
4. The project improvements to be constructed have been reviewed, and additional
design work is underway.
b) Problems Encountered:
In February, 1976, a lawsuit was filed, seeking to invalidate the City's
contract with a redeveloper for the disposition of 16 disposition parcels. In
May, 1976, the contentions of the plaintiffs were upheld, the disposition
-contract was invalidated, and control of 14 of the 16 parcels returned to the
City.
The work program described in item (a) above was undertaken in order to expedite
the re -disposition of project land and to expedite project closeout.
c) Other Sources of Funds:
The funds available pursuant to the Loan and Capitol Grant Contract for project
Iowa R-14 and used to the extent available for continuation of the project.
The relocation grant made pursuant to the above contract, as amended, is also
being used.
d) Advances for Public Works Planning:
None
e) Relocation:
Relocation is funded by the original relocation grant made available to Project
Iowa R-14.
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I1
PROGRESS ON PLANNED ACTIVITIES: NARRATIVE
No. 9 Project/Activity Urban Renewal Land Acquisition
CDBG Funded: 1st and 2nd years application amendments
a) Operating Steps Taken:
1. The City Council decided to expedite the project closeout and minimize
interest cost by using 20% of the first year and second year CDBG grants to
acquire project land from the LPA, for subsequent disposition.
2. Appraisals and appraisal reviews were completed.
3. The land transaction was initiated and funds were transferred to the
temporary loan repayment fund.
b) Problems Encountered:
The time schedule established to obtain appraisals was not met. A disposition
' resolution between the City and LPA was executed which transferred the funds
when needed for refinancing and control of the land when new re -use values were
established.
' c) Other Sources of Funds:
■
None
Advances for Public Works Planning:
None
Relocation:
None
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PROGRESS ON PLANNED ACTIVITIES: NARRATIVE
No. 10 Project/Activity R-14 Project Area Public Improvements
CDBG Funded: 1st year
a) Operating Steps Taken:
. ' 1. Streets and sidewalks were reconstructed on four blocks of Washington
Street in the Central Business District summer and fall, 1975.
2. Amenities, signalization, vegetation, were installed summer and fall,
1976.
b) Problems Encountered:
' No major problems were encountered.
c) Other Sources of Funds:
City funds were used for costs exceeding the CDBG budgeted amount of $800,000.
' d) Advances for Public Works Planning:
Not Applicable
' e) Relocation:
None
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II
PROGRESS ON PLANNED AC inrir:S: NARRATIVE
No. 11 Project/Activity Citizen Participation _
CDBG Funded: 2nd year
a) Operating Steps Taken:
' 1. The Committee on Community Needs developed a media program of newsletters,
newspaper display ads, and radio talk shows to explain CDBG projects to
community residents and to encourage citizen participation.
2. Flyers for neighborhood meetings are printed and mailed to area residents
at least a week before a meeting is to be held.
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8
b)
Problems Encountered:
have been
No problems encountered.
c)
Other Sources of Funds:
None
d)
Advances for Public Works Planning:
Not Applicable
'
Relocation•
e)
Not Applicable
1
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8
PROGRESS ON PLANNED ACTIVITIES: NARRATIVE
No. 12 _Project/Activity River Corridor Acquisition
CDBG Funded: 1st year -- dropped May, 1976
a)
Operating Steps Taken:
1. Priority parcels of land were identified and appraisals were obtained.
b)
Problems Encountered:
The total cost of the land prevented satisfactory completion of the
project. The Urban Renewal court decision and HUD demands on the CDBG
budget forced the project to be tabled.
?'
c)
Other Sources of Funds:
None
d)
Advances for Public Works Planning: '
None
e)
Relocation:
'
None
N
OVEMENTS
Nr IO[Mr1/ICAr1OM
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0.75a 0.30a.
I
table I
"WO -4014.1 11.701
I
Addendum A: Table I -A Households Benefitting from Activities Underway or Completed -
Physical and Capital Improvements
a Figures represent the number of minorities in the service area as a percentage
of the total service area population of 23,542. Figures on minority households
were not readily available.
Description and/or Source of Data
The source used for estimating the percentage of lower income and minority
beneficiaries was the U.S. Census of Population: 1970. Within the Neighbor-
hood Improvement Service Area, 39.7, of all households are low income households
(below 80% of median income). This ratio was assumed to have remained constant
from 1970 to 1977. Minority beneficiaries were enumerated as individuals and
percentages were taken of the total service area population, rather than
households.(as explained in footnote a).
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
1713 POPULATION BENEFITTING FROM ACTIVITIES UNDERWAY OR COMPLETED — SERVICES OR ASSISTANCE
GRANT[[ NAME
DATE
I ERSONWHO CAN OKST ANSWER QUESTIONS ABOUT
HUD GRANT
His FORM
IDENTIFICATION NO.
City of Iowa City
3/1/77
Sue Sheets
B-76-1114-19-0005
POPULATION II9NKrITTING
MINORTIY POPULATION 11KNEFITTING % OF TOTAL 12b)
AC-
TIVITY
10
iT.
% LOWER
[LACK
PA ISH-
AMERICAN
AMERICAN
INDIAN
ORIENTAL
ALL OT . HER
Hum-
yp"
T12�.)J'2b;
TOTAL
T
% MALE
FEMALE
INCOME
MALE
FEMALE
MALE
FEMALE
MALE
FEMALE
MALE
FEMALE
Oj
NO
(2d)
(2t)
(-?a)
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(Jel
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(3/1
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2
B
23,542
42.0
58.0
39.7
0.38
0.53.
0.04
0.06
0.31
0.43
0.12
0.17
C
5
33.0
67.0
100.0
-
-
-
-
-
3,
B
24,777
42.0
58.0
39.7
0.37
0.51
0.04
0.05
0.31
0.43
0.11
0.15
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HU04078 11-701
I
' Addendum A: Table I -B Population Benefitting From Activities Underway or Completed -
Services or Assistance
Description and/or Source of Data
' Information about the number of minority group and female -headed households within
the service area is not readily available, therefore, the percentages shown were
estimated as per directions for activities marked "D". For example, within the
' service area for Activity 2, .38% of the service area population consists of black
males. The service area population, minority population, and number of males and
females were derived from the U.S. Census of Population: 1970. Service area gender
percentages were then applied to the number of service area minorities in each
category in order to obtain a minority gender breakdown within the service area.
Each minority gender enumeration was then figured as a percentage of total service
area population.
Within the service area boundaries 39.7% of households are lower income households
(below 80% of median income) according to the U.S. Census of Population: 1970. This
percentage was assumed to be constant from 1970 to 1977.
s
Activity 2, Housing Rehabilitation, will provide benefits directly to households
as well as to the total service area, therefore, this activity is listed twice.
Under designation "B", benefits accrue to the whole service area of 23,542 population.
Under designation "C", benefits accrue directly to households. The 5 households
which have benefitted from activities so far in this fiscal year are appropriately
listed.
Activity 3, Housing Code Enforcement, takes place in a service area which also
contains the Housing Rehabilitation service area. Statistics for Activity 3 were
compiled with the same methodology used for Activity 2 designated "B", using the
U.S. Census of Population: 1970.
Service Area Boundaries
Activity 2 - Housing Rehabilitation
All of enumeration districts 27, 28, 29, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 52,
.53, 54, 55, 56, 57; the west half of enumeration district 51; north half of
enumeration district 58 and 59; west half of enumeration district 24; northeast
one quarter of enumeration district 36; east one quarter of enumeration district
38; and south three quarters of enumeration district 25.
Activity 3 - Housing Code Enforcement
All of enumeration districts 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44,
45, 46, 47, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57; the far west leg of enumeration district 22; the
northeast leg of enumeration 31; the north one half of enumeration district 36; the
east half of enumeration district 37; the southeast quarter of enumeration district
38; the west half of enumeration district 51; the north half of enumeration district
58; the north half of enumeration district 59.
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US. DEPARTMENT OF NOVSINO AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ,
I -C RELOCATION FUNDED UNDER CDBG
NOTE! COMPLETE A SEPARATE FORM FOR EACH ACTIVITY LISPED ON FORM HU04070 WHICH GENERATED A RELOCATION WORKLOAD.
011wn
T[[ nAM.
._City of Iowa City
DAT[
3/1/77.
wcllvnr nVu[[n If naan nNO CAN VEST ANSWER oVnTIOnf AfOVT THIS FORM
None to at Julie Vann
HUD GRANT m[M1TInuTHN
MUME"
D -76 -HN -19-0005 -
- -
- RELOCATION, BY HEAD OF HOUSEHOLD
ITEM O[iC R11TION
TOTAL
WDnKLDwD
MINORITY WORKLOAD
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TOTAL RELOCATION WORKLOAD
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II. Recipient Assessment
Elimination of slums and
24 CFR 57O.9O6(b)(2)
blight and prevention of
Statutory National Objectives
The following constitute the general objectives established
blighting influences.
by Congress for the national program of Community Development
Block Grants. It is not anticipated that any one community's
Elimination of conditions
CD program, in any one year, will deal with each objective.
(The local program, of course, 'remains subject to the
detrimental to health,
assurance, required by law, concerning giving maximum
feasible priority to activities which will benefit low- or
'
moderate -income families or aid in the"prevention'of
' )
elimination of slums or blight). For each of the following
welfare through code
general objectives, check the appropriate box to indicate
whether the current program year's activities do or do not
enforcement, demolition,
contribute to that objective. Briefly explain, on a
separate sheet of paper, all affirmative responses, in-
interim rehabilitation
dicating how the current program_year's.activities have
contributed to each objective.
Does
Contribute
CD Program
Does Not
Contribute
HUD -4000 (1.76)
(1)
Elimination of slums and
blight and prevention of
blighting influences.
X
(2)
Elimination of conditions
detrimental to health,
safety, and public
' )
welfare through code
enforcement, demolition,
interim rehabilitation
assistance, and related
activities.
X
(3)
Conservation and expansion
of the nation's housing
X
stock
(4)
Expansion and improvement
of the quanity and quality
'
of community services
X
(5)
More rational utilization
'
of land and other natural
resources and better arrangement
of needed activity centers
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CD Program
Does Not
Contribute
HUD -4000 (1.76)
I I
II
,
2
Does Does Not
Contribute Contribute
(6) Reduction of the isolation of
income groups within communities
and promotion of an increase in
the diversity and vitality of X
neighborhoods.
(7) Restoration and preservation
of properties of special value
for historic, architectural, X
or esthetic reasons. _
II. Short -Term Objectives
Using a separate sheet of paper, list all short-term
objectives which are being addressed by this year's
CD program. (Use the numbers from the previous Community
Development Plan Summary: C-1, C-2, etc.). Briefly
explain how the current program year's activities have
contributed to each objective. For each objective list
the numbers of the activities listed on the Progress on
Planned Activities (HUD -9070) that contribute to that
objective..
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HUD -4080 (1.76)
I
' TABLE II. RECIPIENT ASSESSMENT
I. Statutory National Objectives and Contributing CDBG Activities
1. Elimination of slums and blight and prevention of blighting influences.
The Neighborhood Improvement Program has been designed to prevent the
spread of blight and to arrest the decline of condition of the housing
stock, both of which have been accelerated by the periodic flooding of the
creek and contiguous area. A plan to control watershed is being developed
and preliminary improvements are being made. A housing code enforcement
program systematically inspects all rental units within the designated
area. A housing rehabilitation loan and grant program has been im-
plemented. Additional site improvement needs are being evaluated
currently. (Activities ld, 2, 3, and 6)
The Urban Renewal Program (R-14) was established to eliminate slum and
blighted conditions in the central business district. CDBG funds will
expedite project completion. (Activities 8, 9, 10)
2. Elimination of conditions detrimental to health, safety, and public welfare
through code enforcement, demolition, interim rehabilitation assistance,
and related activities.
The housing code enforcement program and housing rehabilitation program
encourage property owners to maintain dwellings at standards established
by the Minimum Housing Standards. (Activities 2, 3)
3. Conservation and expansion of the nation's housing stock.
The housing rehabilitation loan and grant program has been implemented.
It is anticipated that 20 structures will receive technical and financial
assistance before the year's end June 30th. The program provides
assistance to low income homeowners. Handicapped and elderly families
are urged to participate. Conservation of the City's housing stock
necessarily contributes to preservation of the nation's housing stock.
(Activity 3)
4. Expansion and improvement of the quantity and quality of community services.
The Comprehensive Plan developing will provide criteria to guide future
Community growth and thereby attempt to efficiently meet the highest
priority needs of the community as a whole, and particularly low and
moderate income residents. (Activity 1)
The improvements to parks will provide an increased recreational facilities
(quantity and quality) to better meet community demands. (Activity 7)
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TABLE II. RECIPIENT ASSESSMENT (continued)
S. More rational utilization of land and o
arrangement of needed activity centers.
isources and better
The City is currently preparing a series of environmental background
reports as part of the Comprehensive Plan which detail the ecology,
energy systems and environmental characteristics of the Iowa City area.
Additionally, specific study was directed to an evaluation of the Iowa
River Corridor and the Ralston Creek watershed, with a plan prepared for
the Iowa River Corridor and the preparation of flood protection program
for Ralston Creek. (Activities la, lc, ld)
6. Reduction of the isolation of income groups within communities and oro -
Analysis was started as part of the Population Report of the Comprehensive
Plan to detail subareas within the City which are unique due to education,
income, age and other demographic characteristics so that the diversity
of Iowa City is enhanced as City programs are developed in the future.
(Activity 1)
Further, urban redevelopment activities may contribute to this goal by
stabilizing neighborhoods which currently display diversity and vitality.
(Activities 2, 3, 6)
7. Restoration and preservation of properties of special value for historic,
architectural, or esthetic reasons.
Although no activity contributes directly to this goal, preliminary
research is being done on the possibility of establishing a historic
district or adopting a historic preservation ordinance. Structures of
architectural significance are found throughout the Neighborhood Improve-
ment Program area. Loans or grants are available for housing rehabilitation
but historic and aesthetic qualities must be enhanced rather than replaced
and improvements are made.
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TABLE II. RECIPIENT ASSESSMENT
II. Short-term Objectives and Contributing CDBG Activities
2nd APPLICATION CD PLAN SHORT-TEILM OBJECTIVES
CONTRIBUTING ACTIVITIES
ACTI\'I.Y
C-1 To continue the Comprehensive Community
As described in the preceding Progress on Planned
1
Development Plan which will identify
Activities, background reports have been completed.
current community needs, develop approp-
pprop-
riatestrategies to meet those needs, and
Also human needs and resources research is about to
provide
_ provide management capacity to activate
begin; United Way is completing an assessment of
programs. The Comprehensive Plan should
Day Care needs; recycling will be considered by the
include consideration of (a) Human Needs
formulating energy commission; the zoning ordinance
and Resources; (b) commercial recycling
is being redrafted this summer; the Ralston Creek
feasibility; (c) assessment of Day Care
Watershed Plan will be submitted in final form this
needs; (d) evaluation of zoning regula-
spring.
tions and districts; (e) Ralston Creek
Watershed development; (f) study of sludge
treatment alternatives.
w
ro C-2 It is proposed that a viable loan and
A loan and grant program has been developed and
grant program be enacted to improve
several grant cases are being processed.
2
housing conditions of low and moderate -
The resource center was deemed infeasible at this
income residents.
time.
It is proposed that a resource center be
Site improvements such as tree planting, bus shel-
developed to coordinate neighborhood
rehabilitation efforts and provide
ters, sidewalk improvements, etc., are being
counseling, self-help training and material
researched and are slated for City Council discussion
assistance and home improvement resource
April 4th.
information. This facility should be
located for the convenience of target
rehabilitation area residents.
It is proposed that site improvements be
made by the City to further accentuate
the joint private -public effort to upgrade
the neighborhood. Trees should be planted
to replace diseased elm trees and further
improve the landscape. Bus waiting shel-
ters should be built for the convenience
of the neighborhood residents. Other site
improvements shall be added as required
by individual neighborhoods.
j
=oil MM M M M M M M M r M r M M
ABLE II. RECIPIENT ASSESSMENT
II. Short-term Objectives and Contributing CDBG Activities
I'.:. 2nd. APPLICATION CD PLAN SHORT-TERM OBJECTIVES I CO\TRIBUiING ACTIVITIES
C-3. To maintain an accelerated housing code
enforcement program which could be inte-
grated with the neighborhood rehabilitation
program as a means for directing and
educating low and moderate income home-
owners toward minimum housing code
standards. A node enforcement program
may also provide incentive for landlords
to.provide decent, safe, and sanitary
housing for low and moderate income
tenants.
C-4 It is proposed that neighborhood surveys
W be used to compile data identifying
w health, social, and recreational needs of
the residents. Neighborhood centers
should be planned to meet the residents'
needs with primary consideration given to
the Willow Creek area where additional
. recreational facilities, social programs
for juvenile and elderly persons, and day
care services for working parents and
guardians have been identified as lacking.
A systematic inspection program was carried out
within the area delineated.
800 structures were inspected.
570 structures were brought into compliance with
local codes.
179 reinspections remain.
Two surveys are being carried out to receive citizen
comments about their neighborhoods and what they
view as community problems. The human needs research
will review social service needs and resources
throughout the community.
la
lb
TABLE II. RECIPIENT ASSESSMENT
'II. Short-term Objectives and Contributing CDBG Activities
i
2nd APPLICATION CD PLAN SHORT-TERM OBJECTIVES CONTRIBMING ACTIVITIES ! ACTIVITY N
i
C-5 It is proposed that the architectural A study c
barriers removal program continue, thus structure
making all city -owned structures as being mac
accessible as economically feasible. In Loans anc
addition, programs for barrier removal homeowner
in other public buildings should begin. barriers.
To alleviate -the shortage of accessible
housing units, solutions should be analy-
zed, and if feasible, a program of loan
and grants could begin to stimulate
architectural barrier removal.
Adequate recreational, educational, and
employment opportunites can be made avail -
d able'if architectural barriers are
•' c, removed, whenever possible, from public
" buildings.
C 6 It is proposed that preliminary measures
be taken, based on continuing studies of
engineering and environmental impact to
solve the flooding problems in the Ral-
ston Creek area. Furthermore, the City
must begin to set aside funds for
intermediate and long-range solutions to
the Ralston Creek flooding.
Preliminary creek bed improvements were identified
and will be implemented this spring.
Long-range watershed management plans are being
finalized.
0
M"rABIRI. MRIPM11 ASMEN" M — — M M M M M M
II. Short-term Objectives and Contributing CDBG Activities
2nd APPLICATION CD PLAN SHORT-TERNI OBJECTIVES
CONTRIBUTING ACTIVITIES
1
ACTIVITY 8
C-7 It is proposed that the neighborhood
The environmental review has begun. It is expected
7
parks be improved to better serve the
that two shelters will be constructed this summer.
population for which they were planned.
Such improvements would include barrier-
A contract has been signed to obtain the appraisal
for the land adjacent to Hickory Hill Park consid-
ered for park expansion.
In addition, land should be acquired for
the replacement and/or expansion of
" Hickory Hill Park. Coordinated develop-
ment plans should be initiated.
C-8 It is proposed that the Committee on
The City Council passed a resolution formally
11
Community Needs be identified as a viable
identifying the Committee on Community Needs (CCN)
Ia part in the planning and development
as an ongoing group. Bylaws were established as
I programs; especially those funded through
well as group goals and objectives, Newsletters,
O1 state and federal funding. The goals,
radio talk shows, and newspaper display ads are
objectives, and composition of such a
examplitory of their communication with the City's
group shall be stated. The group will be
general public.
a major link between Iowa City residents
and the City's staff and Council.
C-9 It is proposed that, if no other funding
The delayed R-14 project close out caused by the
8
is available. Community Development
Spring 1976 court case has necessitated the use of
Block Grant be used to close out Urban
CDBG funds to complete the project.
Renewal. When the final Urban Renewal
transactions are completed, the Committee
on Community Needs should participate in
decisions regarding use of any remaining
funds.
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TABLE II. RECIPIENT ASSESSMENT
I L Short-term Objectives and Contributing CDBG Activities
2nd APPLICATION CD PLAN SHORT-TERM OBJECTIVES I CONTRIBUTING ACTIVITIES 1 ACTIVITY k
Land was acquired by the City Council from the
Local Public Agency to expedite the R-14 land
marketing procedures and thereafter enable R-14
project close out.
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11
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U.S. OLFAn1MENT Or IIOUSINO ANO URBAN UE Yet Or MENT
III -A HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROVIDED
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3/1/77
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TYPES ANO SOURCES Of ASSISTANCE
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1. Section 8 -HUD
2504
62
100
62
_
—
A. section a
b. Other..
-
3. OlheT AW i7d Na• Ronal IioudnT
11d,raIM Total
b.
_
4. Total: ISum of Unel 1. 2, A 11
2504
62
100
62
a. REHABILITATION OF RENTAL UNITS:
1. Section S -HUD
3. Slate AleneyToid LSum njllnc n�d hJ_
a. Section 8
It. Other
3. Other Assisted Rehabilitation of Rental Ifoutinp
6
Ildrntlfyl Told
2
1
a. CuGc—Gran' ---
b, -
4. Told ISUM of liars 1, 7, d 11
2b
16
C. EXISTING RENTAL UNITS:
d
I. Section 8 -HUD
159
1 159
96
96
1
16
3. Stile AErncyTolal [Sum of line, a d hl
a. Section B
b. Other
J. Other belated Existing Renld Roaring
d
/ldrati/yl Told
76
76
44
44
2
1
A. Section 23 Leass�Usim
b.
140
140
3
17
4. Total (Sum of lines 1, 2, A 11
d
235
_
235
D. REHABILITATION ASSISTANCE TO HOME-
OWNERS OR PROSPECTIVE HOMEOWNERS
,
1. CO Blur! Grant&
45
5
5
20
3
3
1
7. Seetian 733_---_—
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4. Told ISum of herr, 1, 2, d JI
45
5
5
20
3
3
1
E. NEW CONSTRUCTION ASSISTANCE TO HOME-
OWNERS OR PROLECTIVE HOMEOWNERS:
1. Section 335
3. Other Ildtnll 1 Told
A.
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Is. b. _
3. Total ISum of lion l 4 21—
15c
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ALL HOUSING AMATANCE
Is.. of uAru4, Aa CA M. .,.I Eq
315
302
240
126
205
143
3
18
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b
1
C. ERICTINa FICNTAL J Ur,:
--
I. F"Ilpn M1 -HUD
62
62
4
39
1
I
L Stale Are o�Johl ISM of lino IF A bl
a. See [or88
b. Office
3. Other ANINU4 C,i.licu Rental Ilou,inR
(ldenllryl Toll
22
22
1
16
10
30 1
8
a• Saction 23 Lcesed Ilouslne
—ff
'—f
10
4. Total (Sum.o/lino 1, 2, A J1
84
84
5
SS
11
Il 1
B
0. REIIARILITATIfNt ASSISTANCE TO HOME-
OWNERS OR PROSACCTIVE HOMEOWNERS:
1. CD Elnek Gmu
15
2
10
7 Seelion 235
3. other Rehibllllatiun Arahtaner to Owners
AdIFNIM Total
b.
4. Total (Sum of liner 1, 1, A J)
15
2
10
E. NEW CONSTRUCTION ASSISTANCE TO HOMEOWN•
ERS OR PROSPECTIVE HOMEOWNERS,
1. Section 231
S
S
2. Other (Identify/ Told
—
—
1.
b.
3, Total (,Com of /Ino 1 e 21
SC
SC
ALL HOUIUNO 1011Tr•NCEe
Is-. a/,A,, 44, Re, cd, of, 'Ad Ell
120
...sMA
86 B6
5
55 G6
I1
I1 1
q
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TABLE III -A FOOTNOTES
aGoals for Section 8 -FUD New Rental Units in the FY 1976 HAP
included both new construction and new contracts for rental
subsidies on existing housing. The goals for the latter have
been filled and appear online C.1., "Existing Rental Units,
Section 8 -HUD." No funds were available for construction of
rental units for families and large families when goals for
the FY 1976 HAP were developed.
bIn concurrence with Iowa City City Council decisions, the
Rehabilitation program priorities were initially focused
toward homeowners. Grant and loan programs for rehabilita-
tion of rental units are currently being developed.
cNew construction assistance to homeowners or prospective
homeowners has not been possible due to market conditions
operating in Iowa City. Developers cannot be enticed to
participate in 235 construction programs because construction
costs are too high to build or sell homes at the HUD maximum
price level. The average sale price for a home in Iowa City
during 1976 was approximately $40,500.
dAs indicated in footnote a, goals for Existing Rental Units,
Section 8 -HUD were included in tallies for New Rental Units in
the FY 1976 HAP. If instead, these figures had been listed
under Existing Rental Units last year, totals for Section C
of the table would appear as follows:
TYPES AND SOURCES OF ASSISTANCE
TOTAL
GOAL
llal
COM•
MITYKO
(1 bl
OCCU•
PIED
fie/
C. EXISTING RENTAL UNITS:
1. Section 8 -HUD
237
159
159
_
2. State AgencyTolal /Sum of Hnef o d b)
A. Section 8
b. OIhef
_
3. Other Assisted Existing Rental Housing
11dentIM Total
_
..Section 23 Leased Housin
72
76
76
b.
4. Total /Sum of line+ 1, 1, 6 3)
309
235 1
235
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U
On line c-1, Section 8 -HND, the goal for this fiscal year
is to provide assistance to 237 units of which 159 are
committed at present. By the end of this fiscal year,
225 units or 95% of the goal, will be committed to contracts
for rental assistance despite substantial problems which
have been encountered. The primary obstacle to totally
meeting the goal has been the difficulty in finding 4 or 5
bedroom units with rents low enough to allow participation
in the program. Currently, there are no available 4 bed-
room units and a restricted supply of 3 bedroom units.
(See Narrative Report 3.C.)
On line C -3-a, Section 23 Leased Housing, the goal listed
is 72 units. At the beginning of this fiscal year, there
were 160 units in the Section 23 program. 84 units have
already been converted to the Section 8 program and an
additional 4 units will be converted before the end of the
fiscal year. The remaining 72 units are scheduled to be
converted to Section 8 during the next fiscal year as per
HUD request. In spite of the fact that housing supply
restrictions and prohibitive rent schedules have provided
considerable problems, approximately 96%, of the goal will
be met by the end of this fiscal year. At that point, the
Section 8 program will have 225 rental units under contract
and the Section 23 program will have been reduced to 72
units. The Line 4 committed total in July 1977 will be
297 units or 96% of our projected goals.
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF MOUSING AND URBAN DEvEEoPMENI
III—A HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROVIDED
NARRATIVE REPORT
(See Instructions)
1. Steps to Meet HAP Goals
A. New Rental Units
During the 1976 fiscal year, a project for 62 new units of elderly
housing will be completed and ready for occupancy in July 1977.
Although an application for 64 new elderly units was rescinded by
HUD in July of 1976, new applications are being solicited at this
time. In November 1976 we received site approvals from HUD for a
new elderly housing project.
Until recently there have been no funds available for new construction
of rental units for families and large families, however, a goal of
94 new units has been set for the next year and planning for these
projects has begun.
B. Rehabilitation of Rental Units
Priorities for the rehabilitation program during the past fiscal year
were directed toward owner -occupied housing, however, rehabilitation
has and will occasionally include duplex rental housing. The CDBG
Code Enforcement program works in conjunction with the Rehabilitation
program and is directed almost exclusively to rental housing. Improve-
ments which are enforced by the code program have substantially
improved the quality of housing for tenants. Owners who may encounter
financial burdens in making improvements will be referred to the
Rehabilitation program by the Code Enforcement staff,
C. Existing Rental Units
In January 1976 when last year's HAP goals were developed, Iowa City
received approval for 100 new rental subsidy contracts. These 100
new contracts were listed under "New Units" in last year's HAP, however,
on this chart these units appear under "Existing Rental Units." During
FY 176, the Housing Division has filled the 100 new contracts in
addition to converting 88 units to Section 8 from Section 23. Accord-
ing to a HUD contract for conversion from the Section 23 to the
Section 8 housing assistance program, 72 units remain under Section 23
to be converted during FY 177. Due to the difficulty of renting units
under the HUD established fair market rents, no new Section 8 rental
assistance is anticipated for the next fiscal year.
D. Rehabilitation Assistance to Homeowners or Prospective Homeowners
The HCDA Rehabilitation program was staffed in November 1976. Activities
have included organizing the Rehabilitation program, training staff,
surveying service areas, advertising the program and, very recently,
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I
' processing contracts for rehabilitation. The program was not started
until approximately six months into the fiscal year and funds for
rehabilitation were not released until February 1977. In one month
' of first year program activities, 5 contracts for rehabilitation have
been initiated and 30 contracts are expected to be initiated before
the end of this fiscal year. This level of performance falls far
above normal "first year" program performance in other areas of the
country. In five months the Rehabilitation program will have met 66%
of an average 12 -month goal for an on-going rehabilitation program.
■ E. New Construction Assistance to Homeowners or Prospective Homeowners
A
The Housing Division, the Housing Commissioners and other interested
City staff have made repeated attempts to interest local developers
in the 235 housing program. To date only one developer has shown
interest in the program, however, he plans to build outside the Iowa
City limits. The costs of construction and local market conditions
preclude the feasibility of building 235 housing in Iowa City at this
time.
2. Steps Taken to Improve Ability to Meet HAP Goals
In a continual effort to meet HAP goals, local staff and citizens have
supported the organization of a state housing agency and have maintained
close communications with the State Housing Finance Authority. The
solution to local housing problems has taken a multi -faceted approach in
order to address housing problems from every possible avenue in public
and private sectors.
During this fiscal year housing personnel have been added to the local
staff where appropriate in order to ameliorate work load problems. The
newly reorganized Division of Housing and Inspection will be established
by July 1977.
3. Problems Encountered
Several problems have been encountered
afford no solution on the local level.
problems encountered for each type of
A. New Rental Units
in meeting HAP goals, most of which
The following specifically address
assistance.
During this fiscal year, the availabilityof funding for family rental
housing was limited, however, goals developed for the next fiscal year
include family housing. A contract for 64 elderly housing units was
cancelled by HUD in July 1976 because the developer was not able to
obtain a feasible mortgage. Subsequently, a new contract with a
different developer was processed for 62 units of elderly housing to
be completed this fiscal year.
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1
B.
Rehabilitation of Rental Units
Activities in this area of assistance have been limited by City
Council priority considerations. Currently, Block Grant monies are
being directed to owner -occupied housing. Additional programs for
rehabilitation of rental housing in Iowa City are difficult to promote.
'
Section 8 rehabilitation projects offer no incentives to local
developers due to local market conditions, i.e., higher profits can
be made from demolishing old structures and building new apartments
rather than rehabilitating older structures. Nevertheless, efforts
are still being made to interest contractors in Section 8 programs.
C.
Existing Rental Units
'
There have been some problems in converting existing rental units to
the Section 8 housing assistance program from the Section 23 program.
Currently, there are 72 units in Section 23 which will be converted
during the next fiscal year. The Section 23 Leased Housing program
was very successful in Iowa City and has experienced difficulties in
converting to Section 8 because of the low HUD fair market rent require-
'
ment. (See footnote d for Table III -A)
Continual negotiations with landlords have had some success in lowering
local rents, however pressures from excess demand for student housing
'
have provided counter-productive effects. As per HUD request, the
conversion to the Section 8 program is being carried out in stages
according to the feasibility of supporting all contracts under the
?'
Section 8 program.
D.
Rehabilitation Assistance to Homeowners
The problems encountered to date primarily involve delays in release
of funding for rehabilitation contracts and delays due to the search
for the best qualified personnel to operate the program. Staff was
hired in November and funds were released in February, therefore, no
significant problems are anticipated for the remaining four months
of this fiscal year.
E.
New Construction Assistance to Homeowners
As mentioned previously, new construction assistance to homeowners
has not been possible in Iowa City due to market conditions. Developers
cannot be enticed to participate in 235 construction programs because
local construction costs are high and the HUD maximum selling price
level is low in comparison. Additional means of assisting new
construction for homeowners are being investigated.
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• U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
HUD IDENTIFICATION NO.
-HN-19-0005
B-7 -HN-19-0005
III•B LOCATION OF UNITS WITH FINANCIAL COMMITMENT (A«acd Map/
SMSA COOK
NUMBER OF UNITS
CENSUS TRACT
TOTAL
NEW
REHABILITATION
EXISTING
Id/
lEI
2
2
E
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1
1
2`
3
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D
1
1
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12
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5
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D
6
6
2
6
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D
19
19
2
7
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D
2
2
2
8
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D
13
13
2
9
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4
4
3
2
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1
1
3
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1
1
3
6
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4
4
3
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7
7
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3
8
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D
2
2
3
9
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D
6
6
4
1
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D
3
3
4,
2
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D
16
16
4
3
E
D
15
15
4
4
E
D
11
2
9
4
5
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D
6
6
4
6
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D
6
6
4
7
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4
4
5
0
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D
62
62
5
1
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2
5
2
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6
6
5
3
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10
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9
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11
11
5
7
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5
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11
11
Huo•aoaa 11•�H '
LOCATION OF UNITS WITH FINANCIAL COMMITTMENT
-�. APPROXIMATE SCALE IOWA CITY oo ENUMERATION DISTRICT
1 km.
E EXISTING RENTAL UNITS
N
0 ,62 mi. R REHABILITATED UNITS
- - 1970 N NEW .RENTAL UNITS'
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
IV. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW PROCESS
GRANTEE NAME
DATE
PERSON WHO CAN BEST ANSWER QUESTIONS
City of Iowa City
March 1, 1977
ABOUT THIS FORM
Doug Boothroy, Environ. Planner
WHEN EIS REQUIRED
I
CONDITIONED
STATUS OF
I
GATE OF
PROJECT AND
DATE ENVIRON. ENVIRON-
DATE DATE
NO ENVIRONMENTAL
HISTORIC
CERTIFICATION
ACTIVITY `
MENTAL REVIEW MENTAL
I DRAFT EIS FINAL EIS
REVIEW NECESSARY
PRESERVA•
TO HUD PER HUD FUND
DESCRIPTION
STARTED REVIEW
TO CEO TO CEO
PER 24 CFR 584910
TION
24 CFR 58.70 RELEASE DATE
111 131
141 131
161
171
181 01
2. Rehabilita-
tion`Grants
and Loans
1st year
May, 1975 No EIS
NA
No
12/23/75 1/16/76
2nd year.
October 1976 No EIS
October, 1976*
No**
11/19/76 12/9/76
3. Housing
Code
Enforcement
lst.year
May, 1975 No EIS
NA
No
12/23/75 1/16/76
/// 2nd year
January 1977 No EIS
January, 1977
No
2/24/77 3/ /77
4. Removal of
Architect-
ural
Barriers
lst year
May, 1975 No EIS
NA
No
12/23/75 1/16/76
2nd year
October 1976 No EIS
October, 1976
No
12/22/76
HUD -4073 (1.761
■
�
U.S. OEpARTO!ENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
IV. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
PROCESS
i
G RANTEE NAME'ABOUT
GATE
gE950N
NHJ Cos BEST ANS'NER
THIS FORM
DUESTIONS .
City of Iowa City
March 1, 1977
Doug
Boothroy, Environ. Planner
WHEN EISFIEOUI14ED
I
".
CONDITIONED
.. PROJECT AND
DATE ENVIRON-
STATUS OF
ENVIRON-
I DATE I GATE
I FINAL EIS
NO ENVIRONMENTAL
I
I DATE OF
HISTORIC ICERTIFICA-!ON
PRESE R`/A• i TO HUD PER
'"LJ ND
_
ACTIVITY.
MENTAL REVIEW
MENTAL
DRAFT EIS
TO CEO TO CEO
REVIEW NECESSARY
j PER 24 CFR 58.t 9l el
TION 1 74 CFR 58.30
EDA
qE.E ASE DATE
DESCRIPTION
STARTED
flEVIEW
111.
(2J i.
(3)
(41 I (S/
(01
(71
S. Skills
'Unlimited
i
Workshop
1st year
May, 1975
i No
EIS
I
NA
No
12/23/75
1/16/76
(project
I
I.
dropped)
f 6. Ralston
!
Creek
i
I
Phase I
September
IND
EIS
I
NA
i No
1 11/10/76
11/24/76
Phase II
October
INo
EIS
I
1
I NA
No
:12/27/76
1/17/77
7. Park and
I i
Recreation
Activities I
May, 1975
INO
EIS
NA
i No
112/23/75
1/16/76
a. City Parkj
August 1976
No
EIS
August, 1976
No
***
***
(update)
i
b. Neighbor-
hood I
j
Parks
Phase I
October 1976
No
EIS
I i
!
October, 1976
i No
***
I
***
n��•�.75 11.701
1
U.S. DE°ART\'RMT O' uOUSING AND JRSAV OEVSI_C°%'ENT
IV. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW PROCESS
H—
J,m BpF•0a;
:.�. �.GflANTEE NAVE _
I
DATE
3/ /77
4/1/77
PERSON WHO CAN BES -ANSWER OUEST'CN'
(expected)
City of Iowa City
12/2/75
I
March 1,
1977
i !
iAeOUT THIS FORM.
I
I i
Doug Boothroy, Environ. Planner
1
WHEN EIS
REQUIRED
f CONOITIONED I
SETA
ScTATL'S OP
DATE 0°
PROJECT AND DATE ENVIRON•
I
DATE
OA'E I
NO ENVIRONMENTAL
N'STORIC CERTIFCAT!ONi
ACTIVITY MENTAL REVIEW
�•
MENTAL
OPAFT EIS
I F!NAL EIS 1
REVIEW NECESSA^T
^RESERVA. I TO HUO PER ! HUD FU)D
•• DESCRIPTION 1: - STARTED
I REVIEW
TO CEO
TO CEO
aca GCcR 59.•9tc1
�IOV ': CFR 58.80 RELEASE^
1 la)
(3)
ie,
m, is) Ip
t
,i
I
October, 1976 ; No
I
January, 1977 No
February, 1977 No
I
i
NA No
I
I
I
3/12/77
3/ /77
4/1/77
4/ /77
(expected)
',(expected)
12/2/75
I
2/18/76
i
i
i !
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ATTACHMENT TO TABLE IV - Environmental Review ['recess
*The commencement of Environmental Review updating
for existing activities. The updating process was
deemed necessary because:
A. HUD questioned the thoroughness of existing
Environmental Review Records; and/or
B. Specific project activities and improvements
were identified which were not a part of the
original Environmental Review Record;
C. Second year funding for program continuation
required release of funding.
**All houses 50 years old will receive a special review
submitted to the State Historic Preservation Office.
***A new date of Certification of Release of Funds not
required by HUD.
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' I nn.. A pl......I
OMI I N,. l; I P 1 li4
' V-A. rqual Opportunity in CDBG Proqrdms or Activities
24 CFR 570.900(c)(1)
' 1. Indicate the person who can hest answer quv%Lions rogardinq
this section.
NAME Linda Ragland 319/354-1800, ext. 302
-- -- -- — ---- - ---- -- (Poon,— -- - -- - —
TITLE Civil Rights Specialist
ADDRESS Civic Center; 410 E. Washington St.; Iowa City, Iowa. S2240
(Room N)
2. For each program area (e.g., parks, public works, water and sewer) in
which there are activities funded by CD Block f,rants, summarize on a
separate sheet of paper:
(a) the steps that have been taken to identify low- and moderate -income
minority needs as they may be greater than those of the low- and
moderate -income population in general, and
(b) the actions that have been taken to correct conditions which may
have limited minority participation or benefits in the past.
For example, if CDBG funds are used for the development of neighborhood
parks and playgrounds, the recipient shall summarize the steps that
have been taken to identify the extent to which minority households
have access to parks/playgrounas compared to non -minority householas
(comparing persons per acre, extent and condition of facilities,
etc.) and if disparities are found, a summary of the efforts underway
to correct these conditions and assure equal opportunity for minorities
to enjoy the benefits of that program area.
3. On a separate sheet of paper, list and very briefly summarize each study
funded under Section 570.200 (a)(12). For each study; (1) describe how the
activities under consideration relate to the provision of equal opportunities
in the delivery of facilities and services for minorities and women., (2)
describe any actions recommended to correct effects of conditions which nay
have resulted in limited opportunities for minorities or women in the subject
area and, (3) describe actions needed to assure equal opportunity in the
future.
NUD•4081 A A
P -SO
V-A Equal Opportunity in CDBG Programs or Activities
2. Special Activities to Serve Minority Residents:
According to the U.S. Census of Population: 1970, the percentage of minority
residents in Iowa City is 2.2% of the total population, and they reside throughout
the community. Because there are no areas of minority concentration and because
the proportion of minorities is very low, no special steps have been taken to
specifically identify minority needs. However, all City services, including
activities funded by the Community Development Block Grant, serve the community
without limitations to minority participants.
3. Studies Undertaken and Relationship to Women and Minorities
Comprehensive Community Development and Management (CD activity 01) includes a
study of Human Resources and Human Needs in Iowa City. Many of the resource
agencies identified will be meeting the needs of women and minorities. This
information will be used to plan future activities.
The Ralston Creek Watershed Study prescribes solutions for controlling flooding.
Low income women and minority individuals living along the creek will be able
to maintain more decent, safe, and sanitary housing after improvements are
completed.
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' F.,. App,.+ed
OMB No. 63-R157d
Fair (lousing (24 CFR 570.900(c)(2))
1, By executing the Certificate of Assurance for Title VIII of the
Civil Rights Act of 1968, the recipient has agreed to administer
its programs relating to housing and urban development in a man-
ner to affirmatively further fair housing. (Activities under
this category need not be limited to those funded under CD Block
Grants.) Listed below are areas of particular concern in which
' specific actions can be taken to provide for greater housing
opportunities throughout the locality for minorities and women.
For the areas of concern listed below:
' a. Check those in which studies or actions have been undertaken
during the program year.
' b. On a separate sheet of paper, summarize the specific study
or activity and briefly describe the results and recommenda-
tions of the study or the effects of the action.
' As an example, a locality might examine the pattern of multi -family
zoning to determine its effect on minorities. The recipient would
check "zoning", and note on the separate sheet that a study was
undertaken to determine the effects of current multi -family zoning
on minorities. The results of the study could be summarized ,for
example, "the pattern of zoning tends to further the concentration
of minorities in the locality because the bulk of the multi-
family zoning is in, or adjacent to, minority communities, rather
than located throughout the locality." If the study recommends
actions, such as dispersing multi -family housing, these recommenda-
' tions must be summarized.
Zoning
Building Codes
x Housing Codes
x Land Use Planning, Policy and Implementation
Development Program Planning. Policy (including Site
Selection Policies), and Implementation
Public Facilities
' Housing
x Other (Specify Housing Audit )
' 2. Complete Form V -C, "Action to Prevent Discrimination in the Sale,
Rental and Financing of Housing ," (HUD -4072).
HUD.eoe) n-161
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V -B Fair Housing
The general procedure established for monitoring program impact on minorities and
women follows:
Programs federally funded are reviewed by Maude White, Director of
Affirmative Action for the Iowa Civil Rights Commission as part of
the State of Iowa Office of Planning and Programming A-95 review.
Preliminary plans are under consideration to have all CDBG projects reviewed
by the local Human Relations Commission.
Housing Code
The Minimum Housing Standards for Iowa City have been reviewed and a revision
has been drafted. The Environmental Review Record for the Housing Code
Enforcement program considers the program impact on low and moderate income
residents including minorities and women.
Land Use Planning, Policy and Implementation
The Comprehensive Plan work program is strategy -oriented to low -moderate
income and minority groups; especially to determine their location and
their impact on the community structure. Results and recommendations have
not been completed.
Housing Audit
A housing audit testing for discriminating practices in rental and real
estate on the basis of race, disability, elderly, religion and national
origin is being planned. Target dates for the study are August and
September. The actual study is being conducted by a Task Force Against
Discrimination, a community group, with the Civil Rights Specialist as
liason with the Iowa City Human Relations Specialist. Data from the 1979
special census was used to plot by enumeration districts black householding
on a City map. As a result, two target areas have been identified which
will receive extensive testing as well as a statistical sample.
Other Activities
The Civil Rights Specialist investigated the local Rental Directory, an apart-
ment locator business, as a part of a statewide study of Rental Directories
in Iowa. Discriminatory practices on the basis of race and sex were sub-
stantiated. Negotiations for a fair housing agreement are in progress.
P -S3
Form Approved
OMB No. 63•P1524
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
V—C ACTION TO PREVENT DISCRIMINATION IN THE SALE, RENTAL, AND FINANCING OF HOUSING
GATE
PERSON WHO CAN BEST ANSWER QUESTIONS
GRANTEE NAME
ABOUT THIS FORM
City of Iowa City
March 1, 1977
Linda Ragland
CODE NUMBER OF SPECIFIC ACTIONS TO PREVENT
STAFF PERSON REPONSIa LE
DOLLAR VALUE
OF STAFF TIME
DISCRIMINATION UNOERTANEN DURING PROGRAM YEAR
AND/OR CONTRACTOR
ANO/OR C NTR CT
A MP ISHM NTS '
13)
Nl
A. Revision of local Human Rights Ordinance
Linda Ragland, Civil Rights
See job description
Draft Humana
-
Specialist, staff for
Rights Ordinancel
Local Human Rights
proposes addi-
Commission
tional coverage
in housing of
I
sex, age, dis-
ability, marital)
status, homo-
sexuality.
Ordinance slated
for public hear -i
ing March 15,
1977.
Investigation and enforcement of local
Linda Ragland
See job description
During calendar
Civil Rights Ordinance by staff Civil
year 1976, 4
housing com-
Rights Specialist
plaints were ;
filed with
ICHRC. All
alleged race as
basis. Determin-
ations included
2 no probable
cause and 2
probable cause.
HUD�074 IB •751
PAGE I OF 3 PAGES
Form Approved
I
HUD4072 49.751
UMB No. 00•"U24
U.S. OEPARTM
ENT OF HOUSING ANO URBAN DEVELOPMENT
i
V—C ACTION TO PREVENT DISCRIMINATION
IN THE SALE, RENTAL, AND
FINANCING OF HOUSING
GRANTEE NAME ,
DATEITP
CAN
ARSON WHO CAN BEST ANSWER QUESTIONS
City of Iowa City
I
I March 1, 1977
I A80UT THIS
Linda Ragland
CODE NUMBEROF SPECIFIC ACTIONS TO PREVENT
STAFF PERSON REPO NSIB LE
DOLLAR VALUE
DISCRIMINATION UNDERTAKEN DURING PROGRAM YEAR
AND/OR CONTRACTOfl
OF STAFF TIME
AND OR CONTRACT
ACCOMPLISHMENTS '
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f=1
(31
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C. Development of Affirmative Marketing and
Linda Ragland
See job description
No specific
Advertising Plan for obtaining licenses,
plans, but
building permits, etc.
activity is
under review by
the Human
Relations I
Commission.
i
D. Measures to assist minorities in finding
Linda Ragland
See job description
Liason contracts!
housing
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with special
support ser-
vices,
Protective
Tenants Associ-
ation and
Tenants United
have been main-
tained.
E. The Housing Rehabilitation Program will
Julie Vann, CDEIG Program
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Target area de -
provide financial assistance to an inte-
Coordinator
lineated for
grated neighborhood of low and moderate
housing rehabil-'
income
itation includes;
some minority
residents. 7
out of 10
enumeration dis-
tricts contain- .
ing more than
the average num-,
bar of minority
residents are
PAnF _ „� o,,,«
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included in areal
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HUD4072 49.751
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Form Approved
UMD'No 9J•-IJ[c
I. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN OEVELOPMENT I
DISCRIMINATION IN THE SALE, RENTAL, AND FINANCING OF HOUSING i
I
DATE
PERSON WHO CAN BEST ANSWER QUESTIONSI
March 1,.1977
ABOUT THIS FORM
Linda Ragland
STAFF PERSON REPONSIBLE
DOLLAR VALUE
EAR
AND/OR CONTRACTOR
I OF STAFF TIME
AND/OR CONTRACT
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
(21
(31
lal
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Linda Ragland
See job description
Housing Audit
to test for
discriminatory
practices in
rental and real
estate set for
August and i
September 1977.
artment
Linda Ragland
See job description
Negotiations for
a
I a fair housing 1
agreement in
progress.
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'CIVIL RIGHTS SPECIALIST -- LOCALLY FUNDED -- $11,000 per year
Description
Under direct supervision, to implement Ftuman Relations Commission pro-
gram and City affirmative action program; to act as assistant Equal
opportunity officer; to perform duties with gradual independence as
experience is acquired; and to do related work as required.
'Typical Duties
1. Implements Human Relations program; receives and screens discrimina-
tory complaints for Commission; investigates complaints with super-
vision; implements program of community research and education; re-
searches various topics for Commission and public; explains opera-
tion of Human Relations Commission to general public and conducts
' public information sessions about civil rights.
2. Attends Commission meetings; maintains various records and corres-
pondence; prepares reports for Commission on status of complaints
and other related topics; maintains minutes of Commission meetings.
' 3. Attends conferences and workshops to*acquire further training and
knowledge of Equal Employment 'opportunity Commission regulations,
procedures and administration/implementation; attends community
meetings related to civil rights.
4. Implements affirmative action training and recruitment program;
discusses with and sensitizes department heads'as to affirmative
action goals; recruits women'- and minorities for City's affirmative
action program; screens and interviews applicants; supports person-
nel office particularly in problems arising from women and minori-
ties; works in development of employee assistance program to re-
solve problems of women, minorities and others before they reach
crisis proportions; acts as assistant Equal opportunity/Officer.
' 5.' Develops and implements contract compliance program for City; moni
tors compliance of areas regarding federal grants by City's vendors,.
licensees and Respondents in litigation or compliance.
Job Specifications
-r 'Education and Experience: None required.
Knowledges and Abilities: General knowledge of business and employment
practices and of contract principles as related to civil rights; know-
ledge of interview and investigative techniques and office methods and
procedures; ability to speak effectively and clearly and to prepare
'reports- and maintain records; ability to handle material. of confiden-
tial nature; ability to establish and maintain effective working rela-
tions with -Commission members, community and other employees; sensiti-
vity to persons of a variety of backgrounds and skill in recruitment of
minorities and women.
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' Fo,m Appo,.d
OMB No. 63•R 157/
V -D. Entrepreneurship 3 Employment
' 1. The grantee is required in the Section 3 Regulations (24 CFR 135
Subparts B and C) to utilize lower income area residents to the
greatest extent feasible as trainees and employees and to require
contractors and subcontractors to do likewise.
a. Is there a method for assuring that the contractors and sub-
contractors are meeting the requirements of Subparts B and C,
above? x Yes No
b. Summarize nn a tenaratp sheet, the results of contractors' and
subcontractorsefforts to utilize project area residents. (Results
of recipient efforts are included in VG -Form 4074.)
2. The grantee is required in the Section 3 Regulations (24 CFR 135
Subpart D) to award, to the greatest extent feasible, contracts
for work in connection with CDBG funded projects to business con-
cerns located within the Section 3 covered project area or business
concerns owned in substantial part by persons residing in the
Section 3 covered area; and to require contractors and subcontrac-
tors to do likewise. Grantees, recipients, contractors and sub-
contractors are required to develop an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP)
for utilization of eligible Section 3 businesses.
a. Has an affirmative action plan for the utilization of Sec-
tion 3 businesses been developed? Yes x No
b. Does the plan include a method for assuring that each Con-
tractor and Subcontractor has developed and is implementing
any AAP for the utilization of Section 3 businesses?
Yes x No
c. Summarize on a separate sheet, the results of contractors' and
subcontractors' progress in utilizing Section 3 businesses, i.e.,
number and dollar amount in relation to total amount. (Results
of grantee efforts are included in V -G Form 4074.)
3. The grantee is encouraged in Federal Management Circular 74-7,
Attachment A, to utilize minority banks for demand and/or time
accounts. Are there any minority owned commercial banks in the
locality? No Minority savings and thrift institutions? No
If yes, have grantee accounts been opened in any of these insti-
tutions? Describe briefly.
P-58
HUD -4083 (1.76)
V -O Entrepreneurship and Employment - Narrative
Ia. The contract document includes language about utilizing lower income area
residents to the greatest extent feasible.
lb. In the housing rehabilitation program, local contractors of construction
trades have been invited to participate in the program. Contractors with
Iowa City addresses are placed on a rotating list. Many of the contractors
do reside within the Neighborhood Improvement Program Area (NIDA), but
because Iowa City is only a medium sized community (approximately 47,000)
we are not discriminating against contractors who by chance reside within the
city limits but just outside the NIPA.
As city policy, all construction bids are advertised by public notice in the
local newspaper. Local firms are encouraged to bid.
2c. Only two rehabilitation construction contracts have been let. The construction
trades contractors residing within the City have been actively encouraged to
register and participate. Local contractors will be utilized whenever
available. Because of Iowa City's size and because contractors are only just
becoming regularly involved, procedures are not yet finalized and an affirmative
action plan for Section 3 businesses has not been submitted to the City Council.
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TABLE V -G RECIPIENT EMPLOYMENT
E. Number of Section 3 Residents Employed
The City's regular employment practices have not had any discriminatory
impact on Section 3 residents. Because of the small size of Iowa City,
and because a large portion of the City has been designated as a Section 3
unit, many of the City's employees come from this area. Documentation
of the exact number of Section 3 employees can be provided at a later
time if requested.
P. Training Programs
CETA - The City of Iowa City hires employees through the CETA program.
Many times these employees are able to qualify for full-time
employment and are hired into permanent full-time jobs.
Mayor's Youth - This program is designed to assist low income and
disadvantaged youth between ages 14-18 by offering
employment on a part-time basis. These youth are
employed in many businesses throughout the City and
County. Only those employed by theCity are reported.
(See attachment)
Governor's Fellowship - A program designed to offer minority students
practical experience while they attend college.
A. Footnote:
*The salary figures in Section A are taken from the City's EE04 Report,
while other salary information in Sections B through F was taken directly
from the payroll and therefore is presented in salary ranges provided.
P-64
'
VI. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Except where indicated your responses should reflect experience during the
'
past program year rather than the one for which you are applying.
i
A. As a contact point, identify the city department, organization, agency,
or individual responsible for developing and implementing the Citizen
Participation Plan and maintaining the records required by 24 CFR 570.907(b).
'
Name Julie Vann
Title CDBG Program Coordinator
Organization City of Iowa City
'
Address Civic Center -- Iowa City, Iowa 52240
'
B. 1. At what point in the development of the application were citizens
likely to be affected by community development and housing activities,
including low income persons: (a) provided information on the commu-
nity development and housin programs including the amount of funds
available (24 CFR 570.900(d 1)(i)); (b) afforded an opportunity to
articulate needs, express preferences about program activities, assist
in the selection of priorities and participate in the development of
the application (24 CFR 570.900(d)(2)); (c) provided information on
other important program requirements such as Davis -Bacon, environ-
ment, equal opportunity, and relocation (24 CFR 570.900(d)(1)(iv));
and (d) provided bi-lingual opportunities, when appropriate
(24 CFR 570.900(d)(2))7
'
The City Council of Iowa City formally appointed a 15 member committee
of residents in January 1976 to review Community Development needs and
activities with regard to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
program in Iowa City. This Committee on Community Needs (CCN), repre-
'
senting a broad selection of Iowa City residents, planned and organized
citizen participation for the 2nd year application and for activities
throughout the year (2/3 of the members considered themselves in the
low or middle socio-economic class).
a. Information was distributed including Federal Register regulations,
'
a staff summary of eligible activities, sta summaries of current
.
community development.programs, copies of the City's capitol improve-
ment program, and copies of all citizen project proposals. The CCN
was aware of funds available and not only suggested projects to the
City Council but also drafted a budget summary for their review.
b. The committee called two public meetings, for which flyers were
'
distributed to the general public, requesting project proposals
and program preferences. Thereafter they developed a budget of
activities for the City Council's review. Staff prepared long and
short term goals were reviewed by CCN before the final application
. ,
was prepared. Each CCN member has a personal copy of the grant
application and performance report.
c. During the program year CCN reviewed each project. As Davis -
Bacon, environmental review records, equal opportunity plan, and
relocation situations were considered, CCN was briefed.
d. In Iowa City minority groups account for only 2% of the population
and most of those individuals are associated with the University of
'
Iowa. No need for bi-lingual services has been identified.
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2. Were meetings, other than formal hearings, utilized? Yes x No
If yes, for what purposes?
During the application preparation, seven CCN meetings were held to determine
the preliminary budget and activities. The City Council reviewed the proposed
budget at an informal work session before holding public hearing. The Committee
on Community Needs meets at least once a month to discuss community development
projects and program development. They not only help select the projects, but
also help plan them. (See Chronology Attached)
3. In what ways, if any, are the activities described in 1 and 2 above
being changed for the next program year?
C. 1.
3.
The Committee on Community Needs has been active throughout the year -- a con-
trast to the previous year. Because of their roles in CDBG activities, they
will help determine the number of neighborhood meetings, public meetings,
surveys, etc., that are needed to gather citizen input. This year's application
process was quite efficient with seven CCN meetings, two CCN public hearings,
.and two City Council public hearings. The only change would be to provide more
time between the meetings.
When during the planning process, and how often, were public hearings
held (24 CFR 570.900(d)(1)(ii))?
Four meetings were advertised for general citizen participation during the
2nd year grant application's preparation.
For each hearing held, indicate the purpose.
February 2, 1976 -- City Council announced the 2nd year application preparation,
introduced CCN members, and discussed questions about the
process.
February.11 F, 12, 1976 -- CCN held two public meetings to gather project ideas
from Iowa City citizens (one evening and one afternoon).
February 24, 1976 -- City Council announced the projects proposed for the 2nd
year application and public discussion was entertained.
Describe any changes planned or actions taken to modify the hearing
process for subsequent years' activities and the desired results.
The first public hearing, although informational, entertained minimal discussion
from citizens. The dissemination of information will be in a different format
for the 3rd year application.
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HUD -4079 (1.76)
1 -3-
0. What provisions have been made for citizen participation in budget
and/or program revisions, changes, or amendments (24 CFR 570.900(d)(1)(v)?
' Citizens are encouraged to attend all meetings in an effort to better
understand the CDBG program and to contribute ideas or proposals for
consideration and possible funding.
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When were citizens advised of HUD's acceptance of your application for
processing and of the availability of the application to interested
parties (24 CFR 570.300(b))?
March 18, 1976, copies of the application were distributed to each CCN
member. May 7, 1976, a news release was sent to area newspapers, radio
stations, and TV stations announcing HUD's acceptance of the application
and the availability of copies for public review. (See Attached News Release)
Cite any key issues relating to your Community Development Program,
including the Housing Assistance Plan, where you feel citizen partici-
pation was a significant element in the outcome.
In Iowa City citizen participation is much more complex than merely a 15
member board of citizens appointed by the City Council. The Committee on
Community Needs (CCN) plays a very important role in coordinating program
ideas and stimulating citizen participation, but in addition, committees of
community professionals, affected residents, and generally interested
citizens are organized for most.
1. The Comprehensive Plan is gathering citizen input through surveys, meet-
ings, and publications feedback, which will be utilized in developing
the policy statements formulating the Plan.
2. An advisory board was organized to assist in the program development of
the Housing Rehabilitation Program.
3. The Housing Commission plus realtors, landlords, and tenant associations
have been involved with the Housing Code Enforcement Program.
4. Physically limited groups with a full range of handicaps were interviewed
as the Architectural Barrier Removal Program was developed.
S. A Ralston Creek Coordinating Committee (RCCC) reviews all aspects of the
Ralston Creek Flood Control project, meeting as a group at least once a
month. Five neighborhoods along the creek appoint representatives to this
committee.
6. Neighborhood park improvements were decided after neighborhood meetings
had been held.
7. Public hearings are held to discuss plans and specifications before
construction of any project begins.
8. The Housing Commission (Council appointed) reviews aspects of the Housing
Assistance Plan on a monthly basis. Elderly organizations are consulted
as special projects considered affect them.
The CCN activities which specifically affected the CDBG program are listed
in the attached chronology.
P-67 HUD -4079 (1•)6)
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Iowa City Press Citizen, May 8, 1976
/Cityapplication
for funds accepted
The - area office of the federal
Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) has notified Iowa
City officials that the city's application
for second -year Housing 'and Com-
munity Development Act (HCDA)
funding .has been accepted for
processing. ' -
Copies of the application and of the
first-year annual performance report
may be reviewed by citizens at the City
Clerk's office, Community Develop
ment Office or the Iowa City Pubiici
Iibrary. Several of the library's copies I
of the reports may be checked out for up
to seven days.
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-Compilation of proposed projects
suggested by CCN, City staff, and
Iowa City citizens.
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CHRONOLOGY OF
COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY NEEDS
ACTIVITIES
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JANUARY THROUGH DECEMBER 1976
Date
Function or Activity
Subject
1-23-76
Neuhauser, Perret, Berlin,
-Citizen Participation Organizational
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Alexander, Harris, Baum, Vann
Meeting.
1-29-76
CCN Meeting
-Orientation on HCDA application
process.
-Decision of using newspapers and
'
radio to disperse information.
-Scheduling of future meetings and
public meetings was established.
-"Committee on Community Needs" was
chosen as official name of the
'
committee.
-A flyer containing information
concerning Public Hearings was
'
chosen to distribute to local
organizations. Other means of
'
publicity were discussed.
2-2-76
Public Hearing
-City Council's first Public
Hearing.
'
2-11-76
CCN Public Meeting
-First Public Meeting -- Proposals
from 11 individuals and organizations
were received.
2-11-76
CCN Meeting held after
-Discussion of HCDA procedures.
Public Meeting
2-12-76
CCN Public Meeting
-Second Public Meeting -- Proposals
from 12 individuals and organizations
were received.
2-12-76
CCN Meeting held after
-Discussion of recommendations by
Public Meeting
staff for HCDA projects.
2-16-76
CCN Meeting
-Recommendation that CCN be an ongoing
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committee.
-Compilation of proposed projects
suggested by CCN, City staff, and
Iowa City citizens.
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Subject
2-16-76
CCN Meeting
(continued)
-Request from staff for breakdown
of: ;5600,000 suggested for use
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in Urban Renewal Program, program
administrative costs, and 10%
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contingency fund.
2-17-76
CCN Meeting
-Discussion of Urban Renewal, archi-
tectural barrier removal and park
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acquisition allocations.
2-19-76
CCN Meeting
-Discussion of preliminary proposed
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projects and recommended allocations.
2-22-76
CCN Meeting
-Finalization of CCN recommended
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allocations to Council.
2-23-76
City Council
Meeting
-City Council workshop to discuss
project allocations recommended
by CCN.
2-24-76
Public Hearing
-Second Public Hearing (held during
regular Council meeting) to
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announce proposed projects funded
through HCDA application.
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2-26-76
CCN Meeting
-Determination of Committee procedures
and policies concerning replacement
of members; discussion of overall
function.
-Formal statement to Council for
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a CCN resolution (to make CCN an
ongoing committee).
3-2-76
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CCN Meeting
-Per Council request, the application
budget was revised to allow
$600,000 for Urban Renewal closeout
costs.
3-2-76
City Council
Meeting
-Resolution approved authorizing
filing of newly proposed HCDA
application.
3-18-76
CCN Meeting
-Discussion of possible sites for
rehabilitation/resource center
(Old Brick and old post office).
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3-24-76 CCN Meeting
4-14-76 CCN Meeting
Subject
-Proposed Resolution making CCN
an ongoing Committee was prepared.
-Motion to hold regular meetings
first Wednesday of each month.
-Decision to contact all people
and organizations whose projects
were not funded under FY 177
HCDA-CDBG.
-Each member stated what they felt
they represented as CCN member.
-Discussion of funding of College/
Dubuque intersection's focal point.
-Feasibility of using Old Brick
for rehab/resource center.
-Designation of subcommittees:
Rehabilitation, Monitoring Programs,
Human Needs, Communications,
Comprehensive Plan, Coordination
with Others.
-Discussion of CCN's relationship
with Comprehensive Plan Coordinating
Committee.
5-5-76 CCN Meeting
-Presentation of Bill Nowysz's
plans of the College/Dubuque
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intersection.
-Subcommittee reports concerning
responsibilities,
6-2-76 CCN Meeting
-Discussion of HCDA revised
community development plans in
light of Urban Renewal court
decision and HUD's budget
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recommendations.
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-Draft of CCN Bylaws handed out to
be reviewed before special meeting
on 6-16-76.
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Date
6-16-76
7-7-76
8-4-76
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Function or Activity
Special CCN Meeting
Subject
-Explanation of amended (ICDA -CDB(;
applications for FY '76 and '77.
-Review and approval of Architectural
Barrier Removal Program.
-Discussion of neighborhood center
planning.
-Discussion of potential newsletters
to transmit information to public.
-Discussion of CCN Bylaws.
CCN Meeting -Marianne Milkman's presentation
of the Comprehensive Plan.
-Election of FY '77 chairperson
and co -chairperson.
CCN Meeting -Parks Improvement and Additions
Project Status Report.
-Presentation of Ralston Creek
Flood Control Project.
CCN Newsletter -HCDA Grants and functions of CCN.
CCN Meeting
Advertising in Press Citizen
and Daily Iowan
WSUI -- 6:45 p.m.
Special CCN Meeting
(1) Advertising in Press
Citizen and Daily Iowan
(2) Letter sent to neighborhood
groups
(3) Flyers sent to neighborhood
groups, etc.
(4) CCN Newsletter mailed
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-Discussion of Citizen Participation.
Tentative schedule of citizen
participation events set.
-Radio shows on WSUI.
-First radio show "History, Future
and Present Status of fiCDA Funding".
-Formalize activities schedule for
citizen participation.
-Radio shows on IVSUI.
-Set time and meeting place for
neighborhood meeting with CCN.
-Announcing Public hearings on
November 15 and 19.
-Announcing upcoming activities and
look at CDBG accomplishments.
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10/6/76
10/18/76
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10/20/76
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Function or Activity
Special CCN Meeting
Subject
-Explanation of amended (ICDA -CDB(;
applications for FY '76 and '77.
-Review and approval of Architectural
Barrier Removal Program.
-Discussion of neighborhood center
planning.
-Discussion of potential newsletters
to transmit information to public.
-Discussion of CCN Bylaws.
CCN Meeting -Marianne Milkman's presentation
of the Comprehensive Plan.
-Election of FY '77 chairperson
and co -chairperson.
CCN Meeting -Parks Improvement and Additions
Project Status Report.
-Presentation of Ralston Creek
Flood Control Project.
CCN Newsletter -HCDA Grants and functions of CCN.
CCN Meeting
Advertising in Press Citizen
and Daily Iowan
WSUI -- 6:45 p.m.
Special CCN Meeting
(1) Advertising in Press
Citizen and Daily Iowan
(2) Letter sent to neighborhood
groups
(3) Flyers sent to neighborhood
groups, etc.
(4) CCN Newsletter mailed
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-Discussion of Citizen Participation.
Tentative schedule of citizen
participation events set.
-Radio shows on WSUI.
-First radio show "History, Future
and Present Status of fiCDA Funding".
-Formalize activities schedule for
citizen participation.
-Radio shows on IVSUI.
-Set time and meeting place for
neighborhood meeting with CCN.
-Announcing Public hearings on
November 15 and 19.
-Announcing upcoming activities and
look at CDBG accomplishments.
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Date
11/2/76
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11/3/76
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11/4/76
11/8/76
11/9/76
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11/15/76
11/16/76
11/17/76
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11/29/76
12/1/76
12/7/76
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12/20/76
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Function or Activity Subject
WSUI -- 6:45 p.m.
CCN Meeting
Neighborhood Meeting
Horace Mann School - 7:15 p.m.
Neighborhood Meeting
Christ the King Church - 7:30 p.m.
(1) WSUI -- 6:45 p.m.
(2) Special CCN Meeting
(3) Neighborhood Meeting
WSUI -- ads for public meeting
WSUI -- 6:45 p.m.
Newspaper ads -- Press Citizen,
Shopper, Daily Iowan
Public Meeting
Special CCN Meeting
Special CCN Meeting
CCN Meeting
Special CCN Meeting
Public Meeting
City Council Meeting
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-Second radio show "City Park
Improvements and Architectural
Barrier Removal Program."
-Update calendar for third year
HCDA application.
-Program suggestions from
Northside Neighbors.
-Program suggestions from
Willow Creek Neighbors.
-Third radio show "Ralston Creek
Channel Improvements."
-Permanent citizen participation
procedure proposal.
-Ralston Creek Coordinating Committee.
-Three ads announcing First Formal
Hearing - Citizen Participation.
-Final radio show "Neighborhood
Rehabilitation".
-Announcing second Public Meeting
for citizen participation.
-Second Public Meeting for citizen
participation.
-Review of citizen proposals.
-Discussion of ongoing projects and
their priorities.
-Begin review of citizen proposals
for funding.
-Draft of tentative funding
proposal.
-Receive feedback on the committee's
tentative proposal for funding.
-Present proposed budget to City
Council.