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MAY 17, 1977
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Iowa City Council, regular session, 5/17/71,
7:30 P.M., at the Civic Center. Council members
present: Balmer, deProsse, Foster, Perret (7:36
P.M.), Neuhauser, Vevera (7:32 P.M.). Absent:
Selzer. Mayor Neuhauser presiding.
Herbert Gartzke appeared and pointed out that
there were no sidewalks on Friendship St. from
1st Avenue West. Mayor Neuhauser stated that
Council would look into the situation. Gartzke
also pointed out inconsistencies in issuance of
parking tickets in that area.
Mayor Neuhauser noted that she had proclaimed
May 16, 1977 as Support Equal Rights Amendment Day
at the informal meeting yesterday. Administrative
Asst. Linda Schreiber announced that City Engineer
Gene Dietz would explain the sewerage problems
connected with the resubdivision of Lot 30, Conway
Addn. at the informal meeting on the 23rd. City
Clerk Abbie Stolfus pointed out a change in the
name of the project in Item 4.d.1 to the College/Dub-
uque Mall-Storm and Sanitary Sewer Project.
Moved by Foster, seconded by deProsse, that the
following items and recommendations on the Consent
Calendar be approved and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of official Council actions, reg.
session, 5/ 3/77, subject to correction, as
recommended by City Clerk.
Minutes of Bds. & Comms.: Comm. on Community
Needs-5/3/77; Comp. Plan Coord. Comm.-4/20/77;
P&Z Comm.-5/2 & 5/5/77.
Permit Resolution, as rec. by City Clerk,
Res. Book N39, p. 280, RES. #77-147 APPROVING
CLASS C LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION, The
Airliner, 22 S. Clinton. Resolutions: Book
N39, pp. 281-282 RES. SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT
AND ESTIMATED COST FOR N77-148, COLLEGE/DUBUQUE
MALL-STORM & SANITARY SEWER PROJECT, May
24th, & N77-149, SIX STORM WATER MGMT. PROJ.
ON RALSTON CREEK, May 31st.
Correspondence: Mrs. R. Funk re cat control,
referred to Police Dept.; Johnson Co. Council
on Aging; Iowa P.I.R.G., energy report;
referred to City Mgr. Moore-Bingham & Assoc.,
Civic Center Air Cond. Study, rec'd. City
Center Assn. re location of parking, to Comm.
Dev. Dept.
Affirmative roll call vote was unanimous, 6/0.
Selzer absent.
Mayor Neuhauser announced a vacancy for an
unexpired term, ending 3/1/79 on the Commi tree fur
Community Needs. Appointment will be made 6/2/77.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Balmer to adopt
the Res. adopting the Schedule of Fees and Charges
for Oakland Cemetery. Robt. Welsh appeared objectinc
to increase in the rates. After discussion, it
was moved by Foster and seconded by Perret to
table the issue, discuss it at the informal meeting
of May 23rd, with Supt. Hauber present. Motion
carried unanimously. Mayor Neuhauser asked that
tonite's meeting be adjourned to executive session
for discussion of acquisition of property.
Councilman Balmer stated that Seifert's remodeling
was a definite commitment for the reinforcement of
the downtown. He also spoke of his concern for
conservation of water, and suggested that it be
one of the first items for the Resources Conservation
Conon. to consider. Adm. Asst. Schreiber explained
that the letter from Doris Bridgeman concerning
transportation for elderly and handicapped would
be discussed informally on June 2nd, but Council
decided to hold a special meeting on May 25th.
SEATS Dir. Bill Hoekstra and Doris Bridgeman
discussed the issue. Council asked for a recommenda-
tion cn the proposals from Staff.
Public Hearing was held on Ord. Amending Sec.
8.10.3A(55a), 8.10.24C; & Art. XXIII, Sec. 2 &
repeal of Sec. 8.10.24B and 8.10.24D. These
ordinances would allow structural alterations to
be made to dwellings located on lots which do not
have the proper width area or frontage.
Public Hearing was held on the proposed vacation
of a portion of Virginia Dr. located between
Prairie du Chien Rd. and Oaklawn Ave. Those
appearing & objecting were Dustin Co rlette, John
Rosazza, & Jim Pinkham. P&Z Comm. Kammermeyer
advised that it was critical that a potential
public right-of-way be maintained there as at some
future time Virginia Ave. will be extended along
the North part of Shimek School area, but it was
not so crucial to put in the sidewalk.
Public Hearing on the Final Planned Area Dev.
Plan of Hamm 2nd Addition, a subdivision of a
portion of Towncrest Part 4, Tract C, was held.
Atty. Jay Honohan, representing the developer,
asked that 3 considerations of the ord. be given.
Moved by deProsse seconded by Balmer that the rule
requiring that ordinances must be considered and
voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior
to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed
be suspended, that the first and second consideration
and vote be waived, and the the ord. be voted upon
for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll
call vote was unanimous, 6/0, Selzer absent.
Moved by deProsse and seconded by Balmer that DRD.
N77-2836, ESTABLISHING PLANNED AREA DEVELOPMENT OF
HAMM SECOND ADON., Rec. in Ord. Book 811, pp.
108-109. he finally adopted at this time. Affirma-
tive roll call vote was unanimous, 6/0, Selzer
absent.
Public Hearing was held on the Issuance of
$3,015,000 General Obligation Bonds for the following
projects: Waste Water Treatment faci lity-Jnfiltra-
tion/Inflow Study, $18,600; Muscatine Ave. Improve-
ment, $210,000; Sycamore & Hwy. #6 Intersection
Impr., $21,000; East-West One -Way Couplet Proj.
#2, $21,500; Mormon Trek Blvd. Impr., $78,000; City
Bridge Repair, $275,000; Riverside & Benton Inter-
section Impr., $91,000 & Central Business Dist.
Streetscape Impr., $2,300,000. Robt. Welsh
asked that Council make sure all projects conform
to the description for essential corporate purposes.
Finance Dir. Rosemary Vitosh advised that Pedestrian
Mall was listed in the Code as an Essential Corporate
Purpose. Councilman Vevera pointed out that for
$10,000, a sufficient base can be put on another
12 ft. lane in Dubuque St. There were no objections
from Councilmembers to consider this. The City
Clerk advised that no written objections to the
issuance of bonds had been filed by any residents
or property owners. Moved by Perret secondedby
Foster to adopt RES. #77-150, Book #39, pp. 283-
285, INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL
ACTION FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $3,015,000 ESSENTIAL
CORPORATE PURPOSE BONDS. Affirmative roll call
vote was unanimous, 6/0, Selzer absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Vevera to amend
Res. Establishing Schedule of Fees for Impoundment
& Storage of Vehicles and Bicycles so that the
storage fees for bicycles would begin five days
after impoundment. Motion carried, 5/1, deProsse
voting 'no', Selzer absent. Moved by Balmer,
seconded by Vevera to adopt RES. #77-151, Book
#39, p. 286, ESTABLISHING SCHEDULE OF FEES FOR
IMPOUNDMENT & STORAGE OF VEHICLES & BICYCLES.
Affirmative roll call vote was unanimous, 6/0,
Selzer absent.
Moved by Foster, seconded by Balmer to approve
the Application for Construction in Hwy. Right -of -
Way for Northwestern Bell Telephone Co. to service
902-904 N. Dodge St. Motion carried, 5/1, deProsse
voting 'no'., Selzer absent.
Caroline Embree appeared concerning unpleasant
odor from the Sewage Plant near the Armory. Pollution
Control Supt. Harry Boren to contact Mrs. Embree.
she also pointed out that a duplex was being built
in the 700 Block of Rundell St. in the floodway,
and suggested that the City should buy up properties
fronting on the creek.
Moved by Balmer and seconded by Foster to
adjourn to executive session for discussion of
acquisition of property, Old Post Office. Upon
roll call Balmer., deProsse, Foster, Neuhauser,
Perret and Vevere voted 'eye'. Motion carried,
6/0, Selzer absent. Meeting adjourned. 9:00 P.M.
Moved by Perret and seconded by Vevere to adjourn
the executive session at 9:10 P.M, Motion carried.
A more complete description of Council activities
is on file in the office of te Cit C1 rk.
t Q s/i�d1RY HEUHAUSEk, MAYOR
4J/A+UIE STOLF S. CITY CLERK 5/31/77
h�TES OF OFFICIAL ACTIONS OF COUW
May 3, 1977
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Iowa City Council, reg. session, 5/3/77, 7:30
P.M., at the Civic Center. Councilmembers present:
Balmer, deProsse, Foster, Perret, Vevera. Absent:
Neuhauser, Selzer. Mayor Pro tem deProsse presiding.
Several people appeared concerning animal
control. They included: Pat Passmore; Carl &
Debora Miller; Minnie Flickinger; William & Joan
Schnute; and Bob Burchfield. Barb Russo, Animal
Shelter, was present. Mayor Pro tem deProsse
pointed out that City staff will be reviewing a
proposed ordinance concerning animal control and
will extend recommendations to Council at a later
date.
Mayor Pro tem deProsse declared May 1-7, 1977,
as Respect for Law Week. Moved by Foster, seconded
.by Balmer, that the following items and recomm.'s
on the Consent Calendar be approved and/or adopted
as presented:
Approval of official actions, reg. session,
4/19/77, 7:30 P.M., subject to correction, as
recomm. by City Clerk.
Minutes of Bds. & Comm.: Riverfront Comm. -
4/20/77; P & Z Comm. - 4/21/77; Bd. of Adjust-
ment - 4/13/77; Human Rights Comm. - 4/25/77;
Housing Comm. - 4/13/77; Airport Comm. -
4/21/77.
Motion to approve disbursements for 3/1-
31/77 in the amount of $792,090.58, subject
to audit, as recomm. by Finance Dir.
Motions setting public hearings: Rezoning
of a tract of land located in Block 19,
County Seat Addn. from C2 to R33 Zone -
5/24/11; vacation of portion of Virginia Dr.
located between Prarie du Chien Rd. & Oa klawn
Ave. - 5/17/77.
Correspondence: IA PIRG, re Blackhawk
Mini -Park; City Center Assoc. - re bus & taxi
traffic on Dubuque; referred to City Mgr.
Della Grizel, re games in streets; Howard
Y,rattet, Vincent Cooney, Mrs. Clifford Bauser-
man, re animal control; referred to Police
Dept, City High students, re recycling,
referred to P.W. Dept. Southgate Dev., re
protest against rezoning of 15 -acre tract
near Mormon Trek Blvd., referred to Community
Dev. Petition from Ooklawn Ave. residents,
r* constructs an Df sidewalk, to be accepted
at public hearing. Johnson Co. Bd. of Super-
visors, re parking in front of Courthouse,
P.W. Dept. is investigating.
Affirmative roll call vote was unanimous, Neuhauser
and Selzer absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer, to refer
the P & Z Comm.'s by-laws to the Rules Comm.
for review and recoma. Motion carried. 5/0. Moved
by Foster., seconded by Perret, to approve the Iowa
City's Human Rights Corn. application for deferred
statush the Iowa Civil Rights Comm. Motion
carrie /0.
Move by Vevera, seconded by Foster, appoint
Michelle Moore to the Parks & Rec. Comm. for term
expiring 1/1/79. Motion carried, 5/0.
It was the Council's consensus that Councilman
Perret call our State House representatives to
convey Council's approval of the Motor Fuel Tax
bill.
City Atty. Hayek informed Council he would be
in Davenport for the next three weeks for lawsuits
in Federal Court. He stated the Legal Staff and
City Clerk had been meeting with the code editors
as part of the procedure of recodifying the City's
code. A memo in Friday's packet will explain
contemplated changes, deletions and additions.
Mayor Pro tem deProsse opened the public hearing
on the proposed rezoning of part of a 15 -acre
tract of land located near MormanT rek Blvd. from
CH Zone to PC, R3A, or R3 Zones or any combination
thereof. Community Dev. Dir. Kraft and Mace
Braverman appeared. Public hearing closed. It
was determined that since two Councilmembers were
against rezoning this land, an extra -ordinary vote
for approval would be impossible; therefore
Council decided not to pursue the matter further.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to defer
the first consideration of the Housing Maintenance
& Occupancy Code Ord. Motion carried, 5/0.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Foster, to defer
second consideration of the Ord. Amending the Mun.
Code by Repealing Chap. VI, Traffic & Parking, and
Est. a New Chap. in Lieu Thereof. Motion carried,
5/0.
Moved by Foster, seconded by Perret, that ORD.
#77-2833, Ord. Book 11, pp. 49-50, REZONING PART
OF LOT 6, BLK. 42, OF THE ORIG. TOWN OF IOWA CITY
(522 E. Burlington) FROM A C2 ZONE TO AN R3A ZONE
be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 5/0, Neuhauser & Selzer absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer, that ORD.
#77-2834, Ord. Book 11, pp. 51-53, PROVIDING FOR
THE CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF THE IOWA CITY MUN.
CEMETERY, AUTHORIZING THE COUNCIL TO ESTABLISH
REGS.. RATES, & CHARGES FOR THE CEMETERY, PROVIDING
PENALTIES FOR ANIMALS FOUND IN THE CEMETERY,
AFTER—HOURS USE OF THE CEMETERY, SPEEDING, DISCHARGE
OF FIREARMS & INJURY TO MONUMENTS AND PLANTS, AND
REPEALING ORD. 1'2331 AND ORD. #838 AND SUBSTITUTING
THIS ORD. IN LIEU THEREOF be passed & adopted.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous , 5/0, Neuhauser
b Selzer absent.
As per the City Mgr.'s suggestion, it was moved
by Vevera, seconded by Foster to adopt RES. #77-
126, Res. Book 39. p. 231, ADOPTING REGS. FOR
OAKLAND CEMETERY REGARDING THE RIGHTS OF LOT
OWNERS , THE MAINTENANCE PRACTICES. RULES FOR
VISITORS as amended. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous. 5/0. Neuhauser and Selzer dbseuL.
Moved by Foster, seconded by Balmer, to adopt
RES. #77-127, Res. Book 39, p. 232-233, APPROVING
PREL. 8 fiNAL PLAT OF ORCHARD COURT SUBDIVISION.
Affirmative roll cell vote unanimous, 5,/0, Neuhauser
& Selzer absent.
Cit�gr. Berlin explained stipulations to be
added the Resolution concerning thi abdivision.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Vevera, to opt RES.
#11-128, Res. Book 39, p. 234, APPROVING PREL.
PLAT OF A SUBDIVISION OF LOT 2 OF STURGIS CORNER
ADD. Roll call: Ayes: de Prosse, Vevera, Balmer,
Foster. Nays: Perret. Res. adopted, 4/1, with
Neuhuaser & Selzer absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Foster, to adopt
RES. #77-129, Res. Book 39, pp. 235-236, APPROVING
REVISIONS TO SEC. VII (STORM SEWERS) OF DESIGN
STANDARDS FOR PUBLIC WORKS IMPROVEMENTS IN IOWA
CITY, IOWA. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
5/0, Neuhauser & Selzer absent.
Moved by Foster, seconded by Perret, to adopt
RES. #77-130, Res. Book 39, pp. 237-238, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND FORM OF CONTRACT AND
ESTIMATED COST FOR THE MUSCATINE AVE. IMPROVEMENT
PROJ. Roll call: Ayes: Foster, Perret, Vevera,
Balmer. Nays: deProsse. Res. adopted, 4/1, with
Neuhauser & Selzer absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Foster, to adopt
RES. #77-131, Res. Book 39, p. 239, AWARDING
CONTRACT FOR THE FY78 LANDFILL EXCAVATION PROJ. to
Barker Constr. Co. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 5/0, Neuhauser & Selzer absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to adopt
RES. #77-132, Res. Book 39, pp. 24D-241, PROHIBIT-
ING PARKING ON WEST SIDE OF OAKLAND ST. FROM
INTERSECTION OF OAKLAND ST. WITH SHERIDAN AVE. TO
POINT 75 FT. NORTH OF INTERSECTION OF OAKLAND ST.
AND SHERIDAN AVE. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 5/0, Neuhauser & Selzer absent.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Foster, to adopt
RES. #77-133, Res. Book 39, P. 242, CHANGING THE
PARKING REG. ON EAST SIDE OF GRANT ST. FROM COURT
ST. SOUTH 75 FT. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 5/0 Neuhauser & Selzer absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to adopt
RES. #77-134, Res. Book 39, p. 243, AUTHORIZING
BICYCLE SALE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
5/0, Neuhauser & Selzer absent.
Moved by Foster, seconded by Perret, to adopt
RES. #77-135, Res. Book 39, p.p. 244-248, AUTHORIZ-
ING ASSIGNMENT OF JUDGMENT to Hawkeye Security for
the judgment received from Rock island Railroad.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Neuhauser
& Selzer absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to adjourn
the meeting. Motion carried. (9:25 P.M.)
For a more detailed & complete description of
Council Activities & Disbursements, see Office of
City Clerk and Finance Department.
s/CAROL dePROSSE, MAYOR PRO TEM
slABBIE STOLFUS, CITY CLERK 6/17/?7
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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
MAY 3, 1977
7:30 P.M.
Iowa City Council, regular session, 5/3/77, 7:30 P.M. , at the Civic
Center. Councilmembers present: Balmer, deProsse, Foster, Perret,
Vevera. Absent: Neuhauser, Selzer. Mayor Pro tem deProsse presiding.
Several people appeared concerning animal control. They included:
Pat Passmore, R.R. 5; Carl & Debora Miller, 1315 Lukirk; Minnie Flickinger,
1931 E. Court; William & Joan Schnute, 2103 Bancroft; and Bob Burchfield,
1107 Muscatine Ave. Barb Russo, Animal Shelter, was present to answer
questions. Mayor Pro tem deProsse pointed out that City staff will be
reviewing a proposed ordinance concerning animal control and will extend
recommendations to Council at a later date.
Mayor Pro tem deProsse declared May 1-7, 1977, as Respect for Law
Week. Moved by Foster, seconded by Balmer, that the following items and
recommendations on the Consent Calendar be approved and/or adopted as
presented:
Approval of official actions, reg. session, 4/19/77, 7:30 P.M.,
subject to correction, as reconm. by City Clerk.
Minutes of Bds. & Comm.: Riverfront Comm. - 4/20/77; P & Z
Comm. - 4/21/77; Bd. of Adjustment - 4/13/77; Human Rights Comm.
4/25/77; Housing Comm. - 4/13/77; Airport Comm. - 4/21/77.
Motion to approve disbursements for 3/1-31/77 in the amount of
$792,090.58, subject to audit, as recomm. by Finance Dir.
Motions setting public hearings: Rezoning of a tract of land
located in Block 19, County Seat Addn. from C2 to R3B Zone -
5/24/77; vacation of portion of Virginia Dr. located between Prairie
du Chien Rd. & Oaklawn Ave. - 5/17/77.
Correspondence: IA PIRG, re Blackhawk Mini -Park; City Center
Assoc. - re bus & taxi traffic on Dubuque; referred to City Mgr.
Della Grizel, re games in streets; Howard Krattet, Vincent Cooney.,
Mrs. Clifford Bauserman, re animal control; referred to Police
Dept. City High students, re recycling, referred to P.W. Dept.
Southgate Dev., re protest against rezoning of 15 -acre tract near
Mormon Trek Blvd., referred to Community Dev. Petition from
Oaklawn Ave. residents, re construction of sidewalk, to be
accepted at public hearing. Johnson Co. Bd. of Supervisors, re
parking in front of Courthouse, P.W. Dept. is investigating.
Affirmative roll call vote was unanimous, Neuhauser and Selzer absent.
Council noted recommendations from P S Z Comm, not to approve rezoning
of 15 -acre tract near Mormon Trek Blvd., and to approve rezoning of
tract from CZ to R36 zone in blk. 19, Co. beat to Iowa City, the vacation
of Virginia Dr., and the final plat & P.A.D. of Hamm's 2nd Add. The
Housing Conn.'s recommendations to accept Chap. 9.30.15, Retaliatory
Conduct, and to accept various page revisions of the Housing Maintenance
L Occupancy Code were noted.
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May 3, 1977
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Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer, to refer the P & Z Comm.'s by-
laws to the Rules Committee for review and recommendation. Motion
carried, 5/0. Moved by Foster, seconded by Perret, to approve the Iowa
City's Human Rights Comm. application for deferred status with the Iowa
Civil Rights Comm. Motion carried, 5/0.
Moved by Veve ra, seconded by Foster, to appoint Michelle Moore, 922
Kirkwood, to the Parks & Rec. Comm. for term expiring 1/1/19. Motion
carried, 5/0.
City Mgr. Berlin indicated Council would be discussing progress
concerning negotiation of the services contract with University Heights
in executive session in a couple of weeks. Councilman Balmer & Council-
man Vevera expressed their concern regarding the letter from the Environ-
mental Protection Agency concerning the City's sewage treatment plant
and sewer services to University Heights. City Mgr. Berlin will ask the
P.W. Dept. to check into the condition of Madison Street from Jefferson
to Burlington and he will check out the status of the taxicab ordinance.
A non -recorded roll call vote was taken on a Resolution Extending
Congratulations and Best Wishes to Council Balmer & his wife on the
birth of a new baby girl. Affirmative vote unanimous.
Councilwoman deProsse expressed disappointment that she had not been
asked to participate in the Chamber of Commerce as a result of previous
discussion and passage of Res. #77-2 which authorized City Council -
members to participate as non-voting members in the Chamber and in
exchange that the City would provide maps and other materials to the
Chamber. Irvin Pfab, 1610 Rochester Ave., appeared. Atty. Robt. Downer,
Vice -President of the Chamber, appeared and stated he would check into
the matter.
Councilman Perret commented on the status of the Area Transportation
Study and outlined the remaining procedures before it would be submitted
to Council. He further stated he was pleased with the improvements done
to City Park with HCDA funds. Councilman Foster indicated the Transit
Advisory Comm. had discussed the A.T.S. but had not taken action due to
lack of quorum. It was the Council's consensus that Councilman Perret
call our State House representatives to convey Council's approval of the
Motor Fuel Tax bill.
City Atty. Hayek informed Council he would be in Davenport for the
next three weeks for lawsuits in Federal Court. He stated the Legal
Staff and City Clerk had been meeting with the code editors (Mun. Code
Co.) as part of the procedure of recodifying the City's code. He
explained the importance of adopting certain proposed ordinances before
June 1 and asked for Council's cooperation. He further indicated the
Zoning Ordinance will be an appendix to the Code. A memo in Friday's
packet will explain contemplated changes, deletions and additions.
Council input will be needed in these areas.
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May 3, 1977
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Mayor Pro tem deProsse opened the public hearing on the proposed
rezoning of part of a 15 -acre tract of land located near MormonTrek
Blvd. from CH Zone to PC, R3A, or R3 Zones or any combination thereof.
Community Dev. Dir. Kraft explained views of the City staff, denial by
P & Z Comm., and objections by owner concerning the rezoning of this
land. He pointed out that since 100% of the abutting property owners
were against rezoning the property, it would require an extraordinary
majority vote by Council. Mace Braverman, owner of the property,
appeared concerning the zoning procedure. Public hearing closed. It
was determined that since two Councilmembers were against rezoning this
land, an extra -ordinary vote for approval would be impossible; therefore
Council decided not to pursue the matter further.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to defer the first consideration
of the Housing Maintenance & Occupancy Code Ord. Motion carried, 5/0.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Foster, to defer second consideration of
the Ord. Amending the Mun. Code by Repealing Chap. VI, Traffic & Parking,
and Est. a New Chap. in Lieu Thereof. Motion carried, 5/0.
Moved by Foster, seconded by Perret, that ORD. #77-2833, Ord. Book
11, pp. 49-50, REZONING PART OF LOT 6, BLK. 42, OF THE ORIG. TOWN OF
IOWA CITY (522 E. Burlington) FROM A C2 ZONE TO AN R3A ZONE be passed
and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Neuhauser &
Selzer absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer, that ORD. #77-2834, Ord. Book
11, pp. 51-53, PROVIDING FOR THE CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF THE IOWA CITY
MUN, CEMETERY, AUTHORIZING THE COUNCIL TO ESTABLISH REGS., RATES, &
CHARGES FOR THE CEMETERY, PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR ANIMALS FOUND IN THE
CEMETERY, AFTER-HOURS USE OF THE CEMETERY, SPEEDING, DISCHARGE OF FIRE-
ARMS & INJURY TO MONUMENTS AND PLANTS, AND REPEALING ORD. #2331 AND ORD.
#838 AND SUBSTITUTING THIS ORD. IN LIEU THEREOF be passed & adopted.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Neuhauser & Selzer absent.
As per the City Mgr.'s suggestion, it was moved by Vevera, seconded by
Foster,to adopt RES. #77-126, Res. Book 39, p. 231-231F, ADOPTING REGS. FOR
OAKLAND CEMETERY REGARDING THE RIGHTS OF LOT OWNERS, THE MAINTENANCE
PRACTICES, RULES FOR VISITORS with an amendment to the 23rd paragraph
by deletion of the 2nd sentence and the addition of "Interments normally
will not be scheduled on Sunday or on an official City holiday" and
by deletion of the Schedule of Fees. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
5/0, Neuhauser and Selzer absent.
Moved by foster, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RLS. #77-127, Res. Burj;
39, p. 232-233, APPROVING PREL. & FINAL PLAT OF ORCHARD COURT SUBDIVISION.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Neuhauser & Selzer absent.
City Mgr. Berlin explained stipulations to be added to the Resolution
Concerning this subdivision. Moved by Belmer, seconded by Vevera, tc
adopt RES. Vl77-128. Res. Book 39, p. 234., APPROVING PREL. PLAT OF A
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May 3, 1977
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SUBDIVISION OF LOT 2 OF STURGIS CORNER ADD. Roll call: Ayes: deProsse,
Vevera, Balmer, Foster. Nays: Perret. Res. adopted, 4/l, with Neuhauser
& Selzer absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Foster, to adopt RES. #77-129, Res. Book
39, pp. 235-236, APPROVING REVISIONS TO SEC. VII (STORM SEWERS) OF
DESIGN STANDARDS FOR PUBLIC WORKS IMPROVEMENTS IN IOWA CITY, IOWA.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Neuhauser & Selzer absent.
Moved by ,Foster, seconded by Ferret, to adopt RES. #77-130, Res. Book
39, pp. 237-238, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND FORM OF CONTRACT
AND ESTIMATED COST FOR THE MUSCATINE AVE. IMPROVEMENT PROJ. Roll call:
Ayes: Foster, Perret, Vevera, Balmer. Nays: deProsse. Res. adopted,
4/1, with Neuhauser & Selzer absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Foster, to adopt RES. #77-131, Res. Book
39, p. 239, AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE FY78 LANDFILL EXCAVATION PROJ. to
Barker Constr. Co. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Neuhauser
& Selzer absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to adopt RES. #77-132, Res. Book
39, pp. 240-241, PROHIBITING PARKING ON WEST SIDE OF OAKLAND ST. FROM
INTERSECTION OF OAKLAND ST. WITH SHERIDAN AVE. TO POINT 75 FT. NORTH OF
INTERSECTION OF OAKLAND ST. AND SHERIDAN AVE. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 5/0, Neuhauser & Selzer absent.
Moved by Vevera, seconded by Foster, to adopt RES. #77-133, Res. Book
39, p. 242, CHANGING THE PARKING REG. ON EAST SIDE OF GRANT ST. FROM COURT
ST- SOUTH 75 FT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0 Neuhauser &
Selzer absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Ferret, to adopt RES. #77-134, Res. Book
39, p. 243, AUTHORIZING BICYCLE SALE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
5/0, Neuhauser & Selzer absent.
Moved by Foster, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. #77-135, Res. Book
39, p.p. 244-248, AUTHORIZING ASSIGNMENT OF JUDGMENT to Hawkeye Security
for the judgment received from Rock Island Railroad. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 5/0, 'Neuhauser 6 Selzer absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to adjourn the meeting. Motion
carried. (9:25 P.M.)
MAYOR
CI n,' CLERK
Tape recorded on Reels #77-11 6 #77.16.
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INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION
MAY 2, 1977
1:00 P.M.
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: May 2, 1977, at 1:00 P.M. in the Conference
Room at the Civic Center.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Neuhauser, deProsse, Foster, Balmer, Perret
(1:30 P.M.), Vevera. ABSENT: Selzer.
STAFFMEMBERS PRESENT: Berlin, Stolfus, Schreiber.
Mayor Neuhauser suggested that executive sessions be taped only when it
is special and Council asks that it be taped. There were no objections
from Councilmembers present. It was moved by Foster and seconded by
Balmer to adjourn to executive session for discussion of an appointment
to the Parks and Recreation Commission, and for discussion of property
acquisition --the Old Post Office. Upon roll call Balmer, deProsse,
Foster, Neuhauser, and Vevera voted aye. Motion carried, 5/0, Perret
and Selzer absent. At 1:30 P.M., it was moved by Foster, seconded by
Balmer to adjourn. Motion carried, 6/0, Perret having arrived.
ZONING APPLICATIONS
Senior Planner Don Schmeiser was present for discussion of the following
items:
Sturgis Corners - There is no cul-de-sac information yet from the Public
Works Department.
P & Z Bylaws - The Planning and Zoning Commission Bylaws will be
referred to the Rules Committee and the Procedures are for Council
information only.
VogelPro Property - The Public Hearing will be held on May 24 to rezone
from C2 to R3B. The City Manager stated that it would help stabilize
the neighborhood. Schmeiser pointed out that the warehouse would
have a non -conforming status.
Vacation of Vir inia Drive - Schmeiser noted that the petition from
o ectors a been received after P & Z had made their decision.
The street has not been dedicated to the City as Virginia Drive.
Mormon Trek �Rezon_in9 (Braverman Property) - The public hearing will be
heid on May 3rd. The owner objects and the F & Z Commission has
recommended denial, so it will require an extraordinary Vote of
Council to proceed.
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AGENDA
Councilman Balmer questioned why the P & Z Commission would be discussing
the proposed Parking Policy, including the system for meter fees. The
City Manager stated he would check this out. He also explained that in
regard to Human Rights minutes of 4/25, regarding the 'free coffee',
that it would have to be served to both male and female shoppers by the
Mall Merchants Association, under the Ordinance adopted by the City.
Concerning the statement by IPIRG regarding the mini -park, the Mayor
noted that there was never a firm decision to preserve the Blackhawk
Mini -park. The City Manager agreed.
The City Manager explained that Item H10, Ordinance on Housing, should
be deferred because of the inconsistencies with State Law. The Legal
Department and the Community Development staff will work them out. Item
N11 will also be deferred as the changes requested by Council in the
language are not ready. He reported that in connection with the Muscatine
Avenue Sanitary Sewer Project, the sanitary sewer for the three parcels
can be Out in from behind, along the parking lot to the adjacent apart-
ment house. It would require an easement, and would basically cost
about the same as putting it in the street, and would be at the property
owner's expense. The Public Works Department will write a letter to
each prospective bidder, deleting the item. It will not affect the
relationship with Federal and State because it was not an item to be
funded from the FAUS money.
Mayor Neuhauser discussed the recommendation of the Human Rights Commis-
sion on the legislative matters reported in their minutes. She had met
with the Commission and discussed why the Council thought that the
Commission should not set policy; and discussed the role of the Commis-
sion, which is advisory to the Council. She had told them that it would
be most inadvisable to lobby for legislation because there might be
conflicts with Council policy. The Commission has decided to go ahead
and do it anyway. She will ask for a motion that Council add to the
Ordinance a statement that recommendations for legislation will go thru
the City Council. Four Councilmembers agreed.
The Mayor also advised that she did not care to attend a meeting with
the Commission and several minorities, as requested by the Commission,
to discuss the status of minorities in Iowa City. She stated that the
minorities are welcome to come to Council to speak at any time. P robl ems
of minorities are the reason for the Commission's existence. The City
Manager stated that he had no personal objection if any Board or Commis-
sion dealt with the Legislature on procedural matters, but not on policy
matters.
Concerning the request from the Human Relations Commission for deferral
status Civil Rights Specialist stated that it would not take any more
staff to handle it. It is a legal arrangement which would allow them to
investigate complaints filed against employers or respondents in the
Iowa City area which were filed with the State and not Iowa City. She
explained that the Commission wanted to meet with the Council to discuss
the program of the Outreach Advocacy Comnlittee of the Commission. There
is still discrimination for blacks in the area of housing. The Mayor
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commented that she is concerned that the central focus of the Commission
has dissipated into other things. The Commission will write a memo to
Council on what they had in mind for discussion at the meeting.
ANIMAL ORDINANCE
Sheltermaster Bev Horton and Police Chief Harvey Miller were present for
the discussion. The memo from the City Manager in the packet of 4/29
was noted. The effect of Councilmembers comments on the Department was
discussed. The Mayor apologized but stated she still objected to the
use of traps. Steve Kayes presented an article concerning the health
problems regarding infectious diseases transmitted to humans by the
feces of animals, and suggested the City call the Terrell Mill Park, the
Terrell Mill Doggie Toilet. Parasites have been found in several park
samples. Mrs. James Schintler related their experience regarding their
son having to take rabies shots after having been bitten by a cat. Toni
Russo stated that there was no excuse or justification for any dog or
cat to be at large in an urban or rural area. Horton related the increased
numbers of calls from the public asking for assistance and traps. Chief
Miller reminded all that the Animal Shelter's purpose is animal control.
Mary Ellen Hill suggested that the name be changed. Carl Miller presented
a statement and a petition with 349 signatures. Regarding Hill's suggestion
for a spaying clinic, the City Manager advised that the veterinarians
are meeting with the Staff. Soon the licenses will also be sold at the
animal shelter. Les Moore questioned if the present ordinance was
adequate. The Mayor answered that it was. Moore requested that it be
enforced. Horton explained why they shoot the animals instead of using
injections or using gas. It is the most economical, instantaneous and
humane way. Some excess animals are sold to the University as required
by State law. Council will review an ordinance drafted by the department
as soon as it is received from the Legal Department.
URBAN RENEWAL AMENDMENTS AND SCHEDULE
Program Coordinator Paul Glaves gave the background information concerning
the changes in the Urban Renewal Plan Change V, as outlined in his memo
of April 27th, including inclusion of the closure of College from Clinton
to Linn in the plan; use of Dubuque for transit vehicles; the deletion
of the pedestrian overpass over Burlington; deletion of the word "arcaded"
when describing the public plaza on or adjacent to the intersection of
College and Dubuque Streets; the change from 1600 to 2000 cars to 1300
to 1700 car spaces in the two ramps; and addition of the role of Capitol
Street for loading and unloading. He pointed out the changes in the
Land Disposition Map.
Regarding the 25' strip from the Perpetual Savings & Loan, it will be
bid separately; all parcels will bid at the same time. The Bank will
not go further with their plans until they are sure where the building
is going. Glaves called attention to his memo of April 29th. where he
discusses the opposition to the transit mall on Dubuque Street, The
Mayor pointed out the letter received from Old Capitol As soctiates.
Attorney Hayek advised that the mutter would have to be agreed on by Old
Capitol to change the use of the street. Freda Hieronymus and Jack
Klaus commented on their views. Don Crum, representing the Downtown
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Association, expressed their objection to the transit mall. Design,
which would accommodate use of the street in the future for transit, was
discussed. Old Capitol Associates was asked for a written statement, as
to what would be acceptable to them, before the public hearing next
week. The Mayor pointed out that the basis on which Old Capitol made
their plans was that College was closed.
Glaves advised that items needing to be discussed with Council next
Monday include: minimum and maximum Development Standards, specific
land prices (in executive session), specific criteria to set for judging
proposals, detail to require for proposals, and other terms and conditions.
Feasibility of putting mini—parks in Dubuque St., if it remains open,
was discussed. The tentative schedule of project execution was pointed
out and it was noted that it is extremely optimistic. A draft prospectus
will be provided for the Monday discussion.
Councilman Perret will be absent from the Monday meeting. He will give
Paul his opinions. Mayor Neuhuaser left the meeting, and Mayor Pro tem
deProsse then presided.
MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENT
Finance Director Rosemary Vitosh was present to review the changes made
in the format. She advised there is less detail. They have added
investment information. She explained why they keep negative balances.
They will be charging back in Intergovernmental Services in April,
primarily equipment repairs. The City Manager noted that the department
will be looking at cost of services provided by the County for the City,
and how they are funded. Another issue is the cost of maintaining
vehicles; they will determine if it is desirable to do certain types of
maintenance.
The City Manager explained the status of the Epstein modular. The City
has a lien against them for the money they owe us, so when they get
their relocation payment from urban renewal, the payment will be made to
the sheriff, who will then return to the City the money Epstein ownes
the City. Vitosh pointed out that the vacant position of accountant in
their department probably will not have to be filled. The comptroller
is doing a great job. The City Manager will investigate why the University
buses will be auctioned off by the City.
OTHER
Councilwoman deProsse requested that the City Manager obtained for her,
from the County Auditor's office, the File Folder on 518. The City
Nanager said fie would make arrangements for 'her to go over and look at
it.
The City Manager explained that the reference to the fee schedule in the
Resolution Adopting Rules and Regulations could be deleted if Council
wants further discussion of the fees. Then the Department could go
ahead and implement the rules and regulations.
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Page 5
Councilman Vevera pointed out a problem with inspection of rental units
of 512 N. Gilbert St., Jessie Gunnet.
ELECTED OFFICIALS PROJECT-COMMUNICTIONS
Discussion was led by Administrative Assistant Linda Schreiber. Good
points made on Pages 7 and 8 regarding accessibility and citizen involve-
ment were discussed. Schreiber asked if Council wanted to consider the
second phase of the project which will include budgeting, purchasing and
collective bargaining. Decision can be made later. Concerning collective
bargaining, Council would like to know the time and place of the Fire
Department arbitration.
The City Manager advised that he and Rosemary Vitosh-would be attending
some seminars on zero based budgeting this summer.
The process of negotiations for collective bargaining was discussed.
The City Manager suggested that if there was concern, Council could
discuss this at an informal session in the fall. Meeting adjourned,
4:45 P.M.
The mintues of this meeting are recorded on Reel #14.
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INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION
MAY 16, 1977
1:00 P.M.
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: May 16, 1977, at 1:00 P.M. in the Conference
Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Neuhauser presiding.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: deProsse, Foster, Vevera, Balmer, Neuhauser,
Perret (2:05 P.M.). ABSENT: Selzer.
STAFFMEMBERS PRESENT: S tolfus, Schreiber, Ryan, Miller (1:30 P.M.)
Mayor Mary Neuhauser proclaimed Monday, May 16th as Support Equal Rights
Amendment Day.
ZONING APPLICATIONS
Senior Planner Don Schmeiser was present to discuss the following applica-
tions:
Conway Subdivision, Resu bd. of Lot 30 - This area is south of St. Ann's
Drive and west of Prarie du Chien Road, and the vacation of a
portion of Virginia Ave. is in the area. There is a petition of
objection to the vacation of the right-of-way from property owners.
The public hearing is Tuesday night. The staff had suggested
installation of a sidewalk from Buresh to Oaklawn. The developer
(Glasgow) would be responsible for installing the sidewalk. There
was no interest by the School Board to extend the sidewalk. The
proposed 25' streets are extensions of existing 25' streets. Mayor
Neuhauser pointed out that there was not sufficient sewer capacity.
Schmeiser advised that when the East-West Trunk Sewer (River Corridor
Trunk) is extended, it will take care of the problem. This project
has previously been in the C.I.P. Council requested a response
from the staff to the sewer question, so that they can discuss it
at the next informal session.
Non-Conformin Lots - The Mayor asked why these ordinances have to be
consi ere at this time, when the Comprehensive Plan is being
worked on. Schmeiser advised that they have had inquiries from
about 20 persons who want to expand their homes. They cannot
appeal to the Board of Adjustment. There was a short discussion of
the term 'zero -based lot lines'. Schmeiser stated that there are
problems with that, and the mechanics of it would have to be worked
out before implementation.
PAD -Ram's Second - fio questions. Ordinance will need three consider-
ations.
Vacation of Vireinia Ave. - If this vacation is not approved by Council,
t wi not effect the preliminary plat for Conway, Resubd, of Lot
30.
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AGENDA
Item H14 - Councilman Vevera asked why the fee for storage did not start
on the first day. Acting City Manager Harvey Miller explained
their reasoning. The charges for towing of vehicles are today's
charges by the private operator. The bike funds will be paid to
the City. Vevera noted that he would vote against the resolution.
Items N12 & N13 - Councilman Vevera called attention to the City Manager's
May 12th memo concerning street closures in the urban renewal area,
and stated that it was poor planning on the City's part in regard
to timing for experimentation with the traffic, and also stated his
personal feeling that urban renewal was being decided by City
Staff, not the seven elected Council officials. He reinterated
that he would not vote to close Dubuque. Council discussed building
the street so that it could be opened to traffic at some future
date, by designing with the proper substructure. Altho there is
probably a consensus to close the street, the Mayor suggested
looking into the base requirements suitable for traffic, if necessary.
Item5.a.(2) - Third paragraph of P&Z recommendation. Councilman Balmer
suggested looking into maintaining access for public traffic both
ways on Washington St. between Madison and Clinton St. Consultant
Zuchelli had said that until Council received proposals it would be
difficult to know how to deal with it. Also there might be input
from the University.
Regarding the date for the Resources Conservation Commission meeting,
Administrative Ass't. Linda Schreiber stated that she would be setting a
date for the initial meeting of the Commission. The City Manager will
attend this meeting.
Councilman Vevera questioned when the Hwy. 1-6-218 intersection project
was scheduled. Acting City Manager Miller advised he would check into
it.
Councilman Foster stated that after reading the memo on Mormon Trek, if
engineering is holding that project up, it better be farmed out to get
going with it. This item will be referred to the City Manager to see if
there is another way to deal with it.
CEMETERY FEES AND CHARGES
Superintendent Billie Hauber and Director of Parks and Recreation Dennis
Showalter were present for the discussion. Hauber called attention to
the sheet of comparisons of operating services for the Iowa City area
cemeteries. She explained each term used to describe operating services
and the charges for each. The cemetery will be buying back lots if
present owners want to sell. Non-resident fees are higher, as the
cemetery is partially tax supported. There has been no raise in cost of
spaces since 1968. Councilman Perret arrived, 2:05 P.M. The new area.
Sunny Slopes. will be used for cremations only.
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Director Showalter stated that he, the City Manager and Hauber did not
care how Council set the fees, unless Council comes back and says that
the Cemetery didn't generate enough revenue. The money, not budgeted,
derived from interest from investment of perpetual care fund has to be
applied to care of lots, and the added funds because of raised fees
could go back into repair of the building at the Cemetery. There are
provisions for burial of people who do not have any money, with funding
from Johnson County, but there is no 'potters field', as such. Robert
Welsh presented several comparisons of categories of costs of lots,
noting that the lowest prices ($175, $145 and $125) could bring $8,905.
He called attention to the limited income of elderly persons, and suggested
that the City cemtery should charge less than private cemeteries.
Councilman Balmer thanked the ministers for their discussions with staff
on these problems. The resolution will be brought up at Tuesday's
meeting.
RECODIFICATION
Assistant Attorneys Kushnir, Bowlin and Ryan were present for discussion.
Bowlin explained the purpose of the editiorial conference with Jim
Vaught from the Municipal Code Company and the need for Council's approval
of the changes proposed. He called attention to their memo of May 5th.
Council went thru the memo and discussed problem areas in each Title.
Section 3.22 has been sent to the Airport Commission for their input.
Councilwoman deProsse suggested taking out the provision in 3.33 which
does not allow drinking of beer in the parks. There was no consensus to
change this, but it was pointed out that if anyone calls to city offices
to inquire about this, that they are told that is is not allowed. The
State law does permit beer drinking in parks. Any drunk or disorderly
can be prosecuted under those sections of the Code. 3.30 does not apply
to Farmer's Market. Bowlin explained that Mr. Dameron from the County
Health Department had asked that the City keep Section 4.12.
It was suggested that Section 4.21 apply to dogs and cats. The recom-
mendation suggested is a significant tightening. 4.24 --It was noted
that there will be permits for open burning, allowed in the Fire Code.
In Chapter 5,28, the provision that the Mayor will appoint chaperones
will be deleted. The Clerk advised that there was some sentiment in the
detective division to keep this Chapter in the Code. Chief Miller asked
that he be able to investigate and check-out State law.
Regarding bond for peddler's licenses, Kushnir inquired if Council
wanted to bond the corporation or each individual. Councilmembers
wanted to leave the requirement to bond each individual. As the section
allowing Sidewalk Days was removed, Bowlin advised that it was the
recommendation of the legal department that Council pass a resolution
temporarily vacating the streets to be involved if they want to allow
the Sidewalk Days. Mayor Neuhauser noted the need to change the Iowa
law to provide for outdoor cafes in the urban renewal area.
Chief Miller suggested deletion of Chapter 7. 04, curfew for minors.
Legal will present a new ordinance on Disorderly Conduct. There will be
new procedures for abatement of nuisances as outlined in the State Code.
Vaught had recommended an ordinance prohibiting littering. Ryan explained
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that the Uniform Code and all Building Codes will be updated to the 1976
Codes. Chief Miller suggested that the City be allowed to demolish
dangerous buildings. The legal staff will discuss this with City Manager
Berlin. It was pointed out that in 9.60, there will be a new assessment
procedure for Sidewalks as set out in the State Code. City Attorney
Hayek recommended that in 9.66, tapping fees be deleted. All corrections
must be made by June 1, 1977.
PURCHASE OF OLD POST OFFICE
Mayor Neuhauser outlined her discussion with O'Brien in Washington D.C.
regarding the purchase of the old Post Office. They are not interested
in an exchange for property. Their bottom price was $250,000. She
noted that the City would need to know if they can get housing units
there. He suggested that the City buy it on time for 10 years at 8%
interest, principal payment of $25,000 a year. Atty. Ryan will check to
see if the City can do this. They will give an option contingent upon
the City getting the housing units, and the City can pursue use of a
long-term lease with dedication of the property to the City at the
termination of the lease. If housing is put on this site, there will be
another piece of urban renewal land that can be sold. The proposal for
208 Housing has to be in by May 31st. Councilmembers deProsse and
Vevera left the meeting (3:45 P.M.).
ELECTED OFFICIALS PROJECT
Administrative Ass't. Linda Schreiber led discussion of the handbooks on
"Advisory Committees" and "Goal Setting". All agreed that these are the
two best handbooks so far. Mayor Neuhauser commented on grantsmanship
needed to be aware and pursue grants available. City Manager Berlin has
said that Mike Kucharzak could coordinate this.
Staff for the Resource Conservation Commission was discussed. Council-
man Balmer voiced his concerns over the conservation of water. The
Mayor thought that the City was remiss in the area of training in some
of the Commissioners. The "Goal Setting" handbook was the newest area
for Council. The Mayor pointed out that Council had never formed measure
to achieve their goals. Zuchelli had done this for the Urban Renewal
project. It would have been helpful for the Ralston Creek project. She
thought that citizens should have a chance to come in and say what their
goals are. The Mayor suggested that all Councilmembers see the slide
show that was given at the Neighborhood Meetings. Council discussed
holding public hearings in other places in the community. The last
handbook will be scheduled next week.
WINDING CREEK
Mayor Neuhauser related her conversation with Nate Rueben about the
project of Winding Creek which had been turned down. There will be
units advertised in another month, and Council could work with the
developer then. Concerning the urban renewal site, he was going to take
.another look at it, and get a memo out to Council on why it was turned
down. He wants Iowa City to look at public 'scattered sites' housing.
The Mayor will talk with Johnson.
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Page 5
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS DISCUSSION AND DINNER ON MAY 26TH
Councilman Foster advised of a Transit meeting in Ottumwa on the 26th.
He asked Perret to attend. Councilman Balmer also advised that he would
not be able to attend the discussion meeting and dinner.
Mayor Neuhauser reported on the Alabama State Law on the Capital Projects
Fund required for cities. Meeting adjourned, 4:15 P.M.
The minutes of this meeting are recorded on Reel # 15.