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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
DATE: June 13, 1977
TO: City Council
FROM: City Manager
RE: Gunnette Prop rty, 512 North Gilbert Street
At the informal session of June 6, Councilperson Vevera expressed concern
about housing inspection action related to the above property. Enclosed
are letters sent to Mrs. Verne Gunnette in 1972 and in 1977. Apparently in
1968 she requested that the property be reclassified as a duplex. However
the letter in 1972 and the current correspondence seem to indicate that since
that time she has continued to operate the property as a.multiple dwelling.
She has had more than five years to comply with the requirements of the code.
Appropriately there are two avenues of appeal: 1) Appeal by Mrs. Gunnette
to the Housing.Board of Appeals as is indicated in the letter of May 26,
1977, or 2) Council amendments to the housing codes so that multiple dwell-
ings of this kind are exempt from the ordinance. The staff certainly would
not recommend the latter action and it seems unlikely that the Board of
Appeals would be very sympathetic since, in fact, this matter was brought
to Mrs. Gunnette's attention over five years ago.
Wih
may 26, 1977
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NOTICE OF DEP MINXTION OF VIOLATION
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Yrs. Verne Gunnette 4G
512 N. Gilbert
Iowa City, Iowa �!
RE: Initial inspection of rental property at 512 N. Gilbert St.
Dear Mrs. Gunnette,
An'inspection of 512 North Gilbert, Iowa City was conducted on May 24, 1977
by the Minimum Housing Section.
During the inspection it was noted that these were three kitchens on the
second floor and ane in the basement. and one on the first floor.
The Municipal Code of Iowa City defines Multiple Dwelling as :
Chapter 9.30.1.K "MULTIPLE DWELLING, shall mean any dwelling containing
more than two dwelling units."
The Code further defines:
chapter 9.30.1.F. "MEMING mM shall mean any mom or group of rooms located
within a dwelling and forming a single habitable unit with facilities which are
used or intended to be used for living, sleeping, cooking, and v ating."
Chapter 9.30.1.4 nROU4 NG UNIT shall mean any gip of mons forming a single
habitable unit used or intended to be used for living and sleeping but not for
cooking and eating purposes."
Chapter 9.30.1.R "RDU'IING HOUSE shall mean any dwelling, or that part of any
dwelling containing one or more manirg units, in which space is let by the
owner or operator to more than three persons except those whose relationship to
the owner of operator by blood, marriage, or legal adoption was the basis for
occupancy."
Due to the fact there are more than two dwelling units within the structure
at 512 N. Gilbert St., this property is currently defined as a multiple dwelling.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
-CIVIC CENTER, 410 E, WASHINGTON ST.
IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240
319-354-1800
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Furthermore, our file on your property contains a reclassification form. you
requested a change of reclassification from a four multiple dwelling to a
duplex in September 1, 1968. (copy enclosed)
Since the property is currently being used as a multiple dwelling instead of a
duplex, it must comply with all the Minimum Housing Standards.
The following are requirements that must be met for a multiple dwelling or
rooming house.
Chapter 9.30.9.L "In every rooming house in which space is to let to more than
four persons and in every multiple dwelling in which more than one -dwelling unit
is served by a Amon central heating system or water heating system, the heating
unit or units shall be suitably enclosed or otherwise protected in the interest
of fire control by enclosure with one hour fire resistive oonstructicn, including
all walls, ceilings, and doors or a sprinkler system approved by the Housing
Inspector."
Provide furnace isolation. (See Insert B)
Chapter 9.30.9.) "A 'Class
each floor of every multiple
be hung so that the top is
a-cessible to the occupants
seventy-five feet from any
shall be recharged or periodi
a dated tag showing such
all times."
A
type fire extinguishes shall be provided on
dwelling and roaming house. Extinguishers shall
not over five feet from the floor and easily
and spaced so that no person must travel more than
point to reach the nearest extinguisher. Extinguishers
cally examined as directed by the manufacturer and
maintenance shall be attached to each extinguisher at
As a multiple dwelling the fire extinguisher on the second floor (2h Ib. type BC)
is inadequate for the entire second floor level. (See insert C)
Chapter 9.30.4.R "Every dwelling unit and roaming emit shall have access to
two independent, unobstructed means of egress remote from each other. At
least one shall be a doorway which discharges directly or via corridors or
stairways or both, to the exterior of the building at ground level."
Provide seoondary egress for the second floor living level.
Chapter 9.30.4.B "Every dwelling unit shall contain a roan which affords privacy
to a person within said ren and which is equipped with a flush water closet and
a lavatory basin in good working condition and properly connected to a water and
sewer system approved by the Housing Inspector."
Chapter .9.30.4.0 'Every dwelling unit shall contain, within a room which
affords privacy to a person within said roan, a bathtub or shower in good
working condition and properly connected to a crater and sewer system approved
by the Housing Inspector."
Due to the present usage of the second floor, the three separate living and corking
units should each be provided with their own bathroom.
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Chapter 9.30.9.A "No person shall operate a roaming house or multiple dwelling
or shall let to another for occupancy any unit in any roaming house or multiple
dwelling unless he holds a Valid Roaming House Permit or Multiple Dwelling
Permit or a Temporary Permit for said roaming house or multiple dwelling,• issued
by the Housing Inspector in the name of the operator and for the specific
dwelling or dwelling unit. The operator shall apply to the Housing Inspector
upon compliance by the operator that all necessary improvements needed to
bring the unit into compliance with the provisions specified in said Temporary
Permit. The permit or Temporary Permit shall be displayed in a conspicuous
place within the reaming house or multiple dwelling at all times. Each
Temporary Permit shall have clearly stamped thereon the words 'Temporary Permit'
and the duration of said permit."
If you continue to operate as a Multiple Dwelling a Rental permit is required.
You should inform this office as to the type of usage you wish to operate as.
If you wish to operate as a Duplex, three of the kitchens within the structure
at 512 N. Gilbert must be removed.
The following violations must also be corrected. regardless of use classification.
Chapter 9.30.5.E provides for the proper installation and maintenance of
all electrical fixtures.
Second floor north apartment, kitchen on east wall, remove temporary wiring.
Second floor hallway, west wall, provide a eoverplate for the electrical outlet.
Basement living roan on east wall, provide a coverplate for the junction box.
Chapter 9.30.5.E "Every habitable roan shall contain at least two separate
floor or wall type electric convenience outlets which shall be situated a
distance apart equivalent to at least twenty-five percent of the perimeter
of the roan; and every water closet compartment, bathroom, lau&lry xoom,
furnace roam, and public hall shall contain at least one supplied ceiling or
wall type electiic light fixture."
Provide one additional electrical convenience outlet at the following locations:
1. Second floor north apartment kitchen.
2. Second floor south apartment bedroom and kitchen.
3. First floor north bedroom.
Chapter 9.30.5.I provides for all hot water heaters to be equipped with an
extension fxan the pressure temperature relief valve to reach within twelve
inches of the floor.
Lengthen the extension on the pressure -temperature relief valve so that it
om es within 12" of the floor.
Chapter 9.30.4.i provides for all plumbing, plumbing fixtures, and appurtenances
thereof to be maintained in good working condition and reasonable repair by
the owner.
tunnetre�clL Lv. �iroe= •
Second floor bathroom - repair deteriorated area around bathtub.
Chapter 9.30.6.A provides for every foundation, roof, floor, wall, ceiling,
stair step, and every window, door, and other aperture covering shall be
reasonably weather -tight, rodent proof, sound, of safe construction, and shall
be maintained in good condition.
Replace broken window in second floor west apartment kitchen.
First floor apartment parlor on east wall, scrape and paint area where peeling
paint exists.
- Second floor west floor of kitchen, repair or replace broken floor tile.
Chapter 9.30.5.A "Every habitable roan except those used solely for cooking
or cooking and eating shall have at least one window or skylight facing
directly to the outdoors. The minvman total window area, measured between
stops, for every habitable roan shall be ten percent of the floor area of
such room. Whenever walls or other portions of structures face a window of
any such roan and such light -obstructing structures are located less than three
feet from the window and extend to a level above that of the ceiling of the room,
such a window shall not be deemed to face directly to the outdoors and shall
not be included as contributing to the required miniiman total window area.
Whenever the only window in a roan is a skylight type window in the top of
such roan. Any habitable room which does not have a window or skylight shall
have supplied electric luminaries capable of producing at least seventy feet
candles of light at the cooking surface level of ranges and twenty foot candles
of light at the surface of table and other food preparation work surfaces."
The dwelling unit in the basement is not habitable for human occupancy due to the
lack of window area.
You are hereby ordered to remedy these violations by September 15, 1977. A
reinspection will be conducted at that time to ensure code conFiliance.
Should you wish to contest any of these orders, your written petition requesting
a Hearing before the Sousing Appeals Hoard must be received by this office
within ten days of service of this notice. Your petition for hearing must
briefly state the grounds for your appeal. If you have any questions, please
feel free to call Housing Inspection at 354-1600, Ext. 323 or 324.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Sincerely,,
pCliY►t-Q-Y.LL J
Pamela S. Banes �' 4
Fbusing Inspector
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REQUEST FOR RECIASSIFICATION
`/ Date 6- 12-4r
I,Mfs• l/��!//� 2UMnPi/P request a change of classification from
(type of dwell ng) (ype of dwelling) •
to be effective on ✓ �sf• /,U/
(address) date)
Reason for change:��
Request rec ived by
Apploved by
SignatureX ,Gtr_/i' , � / /
(% (owner of operator)
FILE COPY
CITY OF IOWA �,i 1 1
February 22, 1972
Mrs. Verne Gunnette
S12 N. Gilbert St.
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Dear Mrs. Gunnette:
An inspection at the above address was conducged on February 17,
1972, by the Minimum Housing Section.
Chapter 9.30.2 Inspection of Dwellings, Dwelling Units, Room -
a vµa..a au.a rac.uaavo* a„3a WJKAF.ui VL Ulu AWWU VLGr P1UJ1LG1-
pal Co a prov es or the Housing Inspector.to make inspections
to determine the condition of the dwelling unit or units with-
in this city. Such inspections shall be made at reasonable
times on the week days between the hours of•8:00 a.m, and
S:00 p.m. In the event the Housing Inspector is refused to
make an inspection, he shall secure a Search Warrant;
The following deficiencies were noted under Chapter 9.30 of
the Municipal Code of Iowa City, Iowa. If the above-mentioned
Isroperty is to be a duplex, only two (2) kitchens are allowed.
In the present usage, this dwelling unit would be classified
as a five (S) multiple.
Chapter 9.30.4.11 and 9.30.4.0provides for every dwelling unit
to contain i -room which afforUs privacy and contains a flush
water closet, lavatory basin, and a bathtub or shower. The
three units on.the second floor each require a bathroom in
their present usage.
Section 1.5 of the Iowa Fire Safety Rules and Regulations pro-
ve ec-s ro= one (1) hour smoke and fire separatl4m between floors
of all multiple dwellings and rooming houses. _
FA'
Mrs. Verne Gunnette
February 22, 1972
Page Two
CIOi IOWA :
FILE Copy
Chapter 9.30.4•R provides for every dwelling unit and rooming
unit toi-7 ave access to two (2) independent, unobstructed
means of egress remote from each other.
Chater 9.30.9.J provides for a "Class A" type fire extinguisher
on eac oor—off every multiple dwelling or rooming house.
Ch -ter 9.30.9.L provides for all central heating or water
cleating systems to be suitably enclosed or otherwise protected
in the interest of fire control with one (1) hour fire resistive
construction including all walls, ceilings and doors or a
sprinkler system approved by the Housing Inspector.
Cha�er 9.30.5.A provides for every habitable room, except
t�ose use sy for cooking, to have at least one (1) win-
dow. Tho e e minimum total window area of every habitable room
shall be ten percent (101) of the floor area. The rooms in
the basement, require window enlargement which must be brought
to within four (4) feet of the floor. In the present condi-
tion the dwelling unit in the basement is not habitable and
the renters in said unit are to be removed-mme ate y.
Vpon review of the file for this property, on June 12, 1968,
you had requested a change of classification from a multiple
to a duplex. Evidently you have decided to reclassify back
to a multiple unit. These corrections mist be made by June 1,
1972. Should there be any questions, please feel free to
contact this office.
Sincerely,
Omer J. Letts
Housing Inspector
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DATE: June 16, 1977
TO: City Council r
FROM: City Manager
RE: Unclassified Employees, FY 78
At the meeting of June 21, 1977, the City Council frill be considering adoption
of the pay plans for all classified employees for FY 781
The City Council also establishes the pay for the unclassified positions of City
Clerk, City Attorney, and City Manager. Appearing below is 1975 and 1976 salary
history for these positions and for comparative purposes a projection for July 1,
1977, consistent with other proposed salary adjustments. A "fill in the blanks"
resolution for unclassified positions is attached and will appear on the June 21
agenda.
Clerk
Manager
Attorney
Gene
Litigal
1975
Date Amount 4 Inc
1976
Date Amount % Inc
1977
Date Amount % Inc
3 -Year
Average
Increase
1-1
$1,048
--
1-28
$1,147
5.0
7-1
$1,340
7.7
8.5
7-1
1,092
4.2
7-1
1,244
8.5
2-1
2,167
--
7-1
2,452
10.0
7-1
2,624
7.0
6.6
8-1
2,229
2,9
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ral
$30 hr.
$35 hr
16.7
$37.50 hr
7.1
7.9
ion
35 hr.
40
14.3
42.50 hr
6.0
6.8
cc: City Attorney
City Clerk
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RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION PUNCLASSIFIED SALARIES AND COM 0SATION
FOR FISCAL YEAR 1978 BEGINNING JULY 1, 1977
WHEREAS, the City of Iowa City, Iowa, employs certain personnel subject
solely to the action of the City Council referred to as unclassified personnel,
and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to establish salaries for the said unclassified
personnel,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Iowa City, Iowa, that
the following positions shall receive as salary compensation that amount which
is set forth in lieu of all other fees and compensation except as otherwise
provided by law, and where said officer or employee shall receive or collect any
fees or other compensation from others for services as such officer and employee,
the same shall be paid to the City Treasury.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Iowa City, Iowa,
that the following salaries are hereby established for the following persons
effective July 1, 1977:
City Attorney - $_ hourly for all legal work, except litigation
_ hourly for litigation
City Clerk - $ annually
City Manager - $ annually
It was moved by and seconded by
that the Resolution as read be adopted and upon roll call there were:
AYES: NAYS: ABSENT:
_ Balmer
_ deProsse
_ Foster
_ Neuhauser
_ Perret
_ Selzer
Vevera
Passed and approved this
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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day of , 1977.
Mayor Pro Tem
OClty of Iowa Clt0 0`o" /7
MEMORANDUM
DATE: May 6, 1977
TO; City Council
FROM: City Manager
RE: Proposed Trav Policy
The current Personnel Rules and Regulations contain a section which covers
claims for personal expenses incurred in the official conduct of City business
and a general statement concerning training. A copy is attached for your
review.
The proposed travel statement (also attached) clearly defines a travel policy,
reimbursable expenses that will be allowed, and procedures for filling out
forms when requesting permission to travel. Other changes include a suggested
per diem rate for travel advances, allowable miscellaneous expenses, and change
in meal expenses within the metropolitan area. We will discuss this policy
at the informal session of May 23, 1977.
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• EXCERPTS FRJWERSONNEL RULES AND REGULATIONS
RULES GOVERNING CLAIMS FOR PERSONAL EXPENSE INCURRED IN THE
OFFICIAL CONDUCT OF CITY BUSINESS:
1. Council members, appointed officials, and employees and agents of the
City shall be reimbursed for necessary personal expense incurred in the
conduct of City business in accordance with these rules and regulations.
The following definitions shall be in effect:
a. Council members are those individuals duly elected to the City
Council of the City of Iowa City.
b. Appointed officials are those individuals duly appointed to Boards
and Commissions, or employees appointed directly by Council.
C. Employees are those individuals duly appointed and listed on the
regular payroll of the City.
d. Agents of the City are those individuals retained on a fee basis
or special appointment to perform valuable acts on behalf of the City.
The City Council shall designate such agents prior to expensa approval
Rules and Regulations.
a. Council members and appointed officials may claim per diem rates as
follows or they may elect to claim actual expenses in accordance wi.th
these rules and regulations.
b.
1. Per diem for out of City travel, not: including overni.ght )u�Yf iaq,
shall be $20.00 per day.
2. Per diem for out of City travel, including overnight lodging,
shall be $40.00 per day.
3. Per diem rates shall not include normal convention fees such as
registration, banquet or special fees. Such expenses may be
claimed beyond the appropriate per diem rate.
Council members, appointed officials, and all employees and agets I
claiming expenses shall properly document and receipt, whenevernp%c-
ticable, all such actual expenses. In so doing, the following quide-
lines shall be followed:
1. Prior approval of the City Manager, or his/her designated
representative, is requlrcd for all trips out_:ide t:hc•
City.
2. Mileage, transportation, food, lodging, etc., shall be
itemized and claimed.on forms provided.
3. When a pr.rsonal automobile i:: used for Iran nportati.on,
actual Ili lcage ::hall be rompc•ns,rr.cd for at: the raft: of.
lifteon (LS4) pc:r mile. Prior grrovol of th:_ City 11,imi,p:r
i:: roquirud for uon of a jwn:onal atitmmobilf:.
4. ltt•caipts Lor public tr,urzporhi1.ion (bus, r,ii.l, air) nu•1 hr
provided Ior full rui.rabur::amr•nt: of actual co::t. Vlhwnrw•r
possible, the modeof transp rtation selected shall be the
• most economical available t ovide the necessary connec—
tions and to accommodate mee Ing schedules. The class of
such transportation should generally be coach or tourist
rather than first class, providing space is available.
Expense for rental of automobiles will not be reimbursed
�( unless prior approval is obtained from the City Managar.
c.
5. Actual meal expenses will be reimbursed, however, should
generally not exceed $12.00 per day. Only three mea L•• may
be claimed per day regardless of the number of hours wnrkcd.
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7.
s.
Receipts for lodging will be reimbursed for actual cost,
however, if a spouse is sharing lodging the actual expenses
shall be reduced by 203 for the purpose of reimbursement or
charge to the City.
Gratuities claimed shall be reasonable for service provided
but in no case shall exceed 15%. Gratuities for personal
services, such as valet service, laundry, etc., shall not
be allowed.
No more than three (3) appointed officials or employees shal
attend the same meetings or conferences outside the netropol
tan Iowa City area. Exceptions may be made if approval is
granted by the City Manger.
Travel and expenses incurred relating to offical City business,
which does not require travel outside the City may be rui;nb,u:s�d.
Neal expenses may be claimed in those inutances where wort, e:umot:
be interrupted for regular meals and when ::uch wort, is rcherluLud
during normal meal hours, or in instances where other i. ••d iv i•lna l::
are not available for meetings at a time uthr.r than a r•,UuL.:c
meal hour.
When eligible individuals are anticipating business travel, a earl
advance may be required for anticipated expenditures. This roque
shall be made on forms provided and shall be submitted to the
City Manager for approval. All completed expepse form :statements
shall be properly completed and signed by the employee and the
appropriate Department Head prior to submission to the Finance
Department and the City Manager.
e. Hoards and Commissions Expenses
For the purpose of attending board or commission meetings, the L'i
may reimburze members for commuting expenses (except for private
automobile use, or when public mass transportation is avallabl,_),
child care, and/or other expenses incurred relating V, uif.i•c •,1
City business, which does not require travel outside the City.
ll. NARY PROCEDURES:
Many of the hone rained by a sound and progressive rncrultment and t.raininf
program will ho lo:;L un c... a uate provisions arc mado for cor.ro metros•;
or terminating employees whun the oa of the servicei... such actio::. r)i[:
ciplinary action shall at all times be prom u,islered and executed, thur-
oughly dncumented,bu appropriate • jntraction co .'.' ca and shall ne'ec b::
or. account oC political. , oration.:, personal bine. or pre, diC�for. other Ch,
just cause. D'•' ', inary action may include ono or more, or. all, of,,Qic followi
demotion mo tiIon or discharge for uut ci
written reprimand, suspens on#
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TRAINING PRDGRAMS
A. EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT:
The City Manager shall provide for training of employees for the purpose of
improving the quality of services and aiding them to equip themselves for
advancement.
Training and Education Incentive.
The City of Iowa City encourages all employees to improve their skills
and abilities through the various credit and non-credit training and
education courses available at local colleges, schools, and the University.
While the City does not provide tuition reimbursement for courses and/or
training, if the employee has demonstrated that effectiveness has been
improved on the assigned job as a result of training, coursework, or a
series of job-related studies, the employee may be eligible for a merit
salary increase in advance of usual consideration for salary adjustment.
In case an employee is performing marginally on a job, the employee may
be required to complete special training as recommended by the Department
Head and Personnel Director in order to help that employee achieve and
produce acceptable performance. Mandatory or assigned training may be
paid by the City upon recommendation of the Personnel Director and written
approval of the City Manager.
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PROPOSED TRAVEL POLICY /
MAY 5, 1977
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
SECTION 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Applicability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Responsibility of Department Head . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 1
Responsibility of Employee/Official. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Limitations on Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
SECTIOII 2 - TYPES OF TRAVEL OR REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES. . . . . . . . . 2
Educational . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Operational . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 2
Moving Expenses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Pre -Employment Interview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Miscellaneous. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
SECTION 3 - PROCEDURES FOR FILLING OUT FORMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Types of Forms Used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Directions For Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Advances. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .
Receipts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 4 - TRANSPORTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Modes of Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 5 - LODGING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Policy.............................
SECTION 6 - MEALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Meals During Meetings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Payment of Expenses of Non -City Employees. . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 7 - MISCELLANEOUS FEES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Registration Fees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking, Telephone, and Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exceptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SECTION I - GENERAL INFORMATION
POL I,CY
Officials and employees required to travel out of Iowa City in the
interest of the City may do so at City expense in accordance with
the following regulations and limitations. For the purpose of this
policy, official travel shall include the following types of
travel: operational, educational, moving expenses and pre-employment
(see definitions in Section 2).
2. APPLICABILITY
This policy applies to all City employees, prospective employees
who travel for pre-employment interviews, councilmembers and
commission or board members.
Prior to any official travel, employees and appointed officials
must obtain approval from their respective Department Heads and the
City Manager.
Councilmembers must obtain the prior approval of the City Council.
A simple majority is required.
The City Manager will sign all Council requests in order to certify
date of Council approval and the Finance Director will certify fund.
availability. For the purpose of approval and reimbursement,
employees/officials must submit Travel•Authorization Form T-1 prior
to departure and Expenditure Detail Form T-2 upon return (see
instructions in Section 5).
3. RESPONSIBILITY OF DEPARTMENT HEAD
Before submission for approval of the City Manager, it will be the
responsibility of the Department Head to insure that adequate funds
are budgeted and unexpended for the estimated cost of the travel
request. If funds are not available, a budget amendment sheet
shall be included for its allocation. The Department Head also
will justify on Form T-1 the reason for the employee/official's
travel and the expense.
4. RESPONSIBILITY OF EMPLOYEE/OFFICIAL
It will be the responsibility of each employee/official traveling
as an official representative of the City of Iowa City to maintain
sufficient documentation of expenses incurred during the trip to
aid in completing the expense form and to document any expenditures.
LIMITATIONS ON TRAVEL
The number of employees/officials attending the same conference or
meeting held within the State of Iowa shall not exceed the minimum
number of employees/officials the Department [lead deems necessary
to accomplish the goals established by the department for such
attendance. Normally, approval will not be granted for more than
two employees/officials to attend the same conference or meeting in
the Midwest. In all other areas of the country, approval will
normally be restricted to one employee/official. Obviously, special
circumstances will be considered. The number of councilmembers
attending the same conference or meeting is subject to the approval
of the council.
SECTION 2 - TYPES OF TRAVEL OR REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES
EDUCATIONAL
Attendance at professional meetings or conferences and training
sessions which increase the job knowledge and qualifications of the
City representative is considered educational travel. Department
Heads should consider providing for any employee appropriate educational
opportunities which are deemed to be in the City's interest.
OPERATIONAL
Any travel outside the metropolitan area necessary to conduct City
business and/or to perform activities associated with the normal
duties of a department is considered operational travel.
MOVING EXPENSES
Moving expenses to be incurred by the City for a newly hired department/
division head when moving from outside the metropolitan area to
Iowa City will be approved by the City Manager in advance of a
position offer being tendered. The amount shall be the minimum
necessary for the City to attract the selected candidate.
The employee may select the carrier. However, the City will contract
for the service.
The department head will prepare for the Manager's approval a
letter of authorization to the selected moving company authorizing
such a move, specifying the extent of services desired, and thereby
obligating the City for the expenses incurred. The insurance
coverage desired will be detailed in the letter to the moving
company. In all cases the maximum insurance limit permitted by the
moving company will be authorized.
Payment for any moving expenses will not be allowed unless the
appropriate letter of authorization has been issued. After the
move has been completed a copy of the authorization letter along
with the invoices must be attached to Form T-1.
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4. PRE-EMPLOYMENT INTERVIEW
Transportation and accomodation expenses incurred by candidates
interviewed for positions with the City will be paid by the City
when such interviews are requested by the City. Candidates for
department/division heads or professional positions are eligible
for reimbursement under this category. The concerned department
will make arrangements for the applicant's lodging and airfare.
These expenses may then be billed to the City. Incidential expenses
incurred by the applicant must be submitted on Form T-1 for reimburse-
ments by the City.
5. MISCELLANEOUS
Meals during meetings and expenses of non -City employees are covered
in Sections 6 and 7.
SECTION 3 - PROCEDURES FOR FILLING OUT FORMS
1. TYPES OF FORMS USED:
A. Form T-1 - Travel Authorization: To be filled out at least
ten (10) working days before leaving, or as soon as possible
for unscheduled trips.
D. Form T-2 - Expenditures Detail: To be completed within three
(3) days after return.
2. DIRECTIONS FOR USE:
Directions for submission and routing procedures are written on
these forms.
3. ADVANCES:
In order not to make the employee on official travel incur a
financial hardship in paying for expenses as they are incurred, an
advance, not to exceed $50/day, for the estimated cost of the
travel will be granted if justified on Form T-1, Section III. It
will be the responsibility of the employee/official to return any
unused advance to the Finance Department cashier within 3 days
after return. It will also be the responsibility of the employee/
official in custody of an advance to cover any loss of City funds.
Travelers Checks are advised for out-of-state travel and/or advances
over $100 and under these circumstances the cost of Travelers
Checks will be borne by the City.
4. RECEIPTS
Expenses claimed for reimbursement normally will be documented by
receipts. Those expenses not documented by receipts will be justified
by the employee/official in writing upon his/her return. Reimburse-
ment will be based on actual expenses.
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SECTION 4 - TRANSPORTATION
1. POLICY
All travel must be by the usually traveled (most direct) route. On
those occasions when an indirect route is selected by an employee/
official, expenses will be reimbursed on the basis of a direct
route. All extra expenses due to indirect route will be borne by
the employee/official.
All transportation arrangements are to be made by the employee or
that individual designated in the department to do so. All employees/
officials are expected to use the most economical form of trans-
portation.
2. MODES OF TRANSPORTATION
A. Airfare
Reimbursement will be on the basis of coach airfare only. It
is the individual's responsibility to reserve their own airplane
tickets through a local travel agency which will bill the
City. When reserving a ticket, the standard requisition
procedures must be followed. Notice of any cancellation of
tickets should be given immediately to the Purchasing Division.
Travel to and from airports shall be by bus, limousine,
private or City vehicle. The taxi may be used only as a last
resort.
Special prior authorization for rental airplanes or chartered
airplanes must be obtained from the City Manager.
B. City Vehicles (also refer to City Vehicle policy)
City vehicles will be used for all in-state travel, unless
unusual circumstances warrant the use of alternative types of
transportation. Reimbursement will be made upon presentation
of receipts for gas and oil used.
C. Private Vehicles (also refer to City Vehicle policy)
The use of private vehicles for official travel requires prior
authorization of City Manager on Form T-1. Reimbursement will
be made on the basis of fifteen cents (15@) per mile by the
most direct route. If out-of-state travel is authorized via
personal car, the mileage reimbursement shall not exceed the
cost of coach airfare to the same destination. Likewise, meal
and lodging reimbursements will be based on the travel time by
air. All extra expenses incurred due to increased travel time
will be borne by the employee/official. In addition, extra
time away from work due to increased travel time will be
deducted from accumulated leave.
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D. Rental Cars
Rental cars for official travel are prohibited unless prior
authorization is obtained from the City Manager.
E. Taxi Cabs
The use of taxi cabs shall be restricted to situations where
less expensive means of transportation are not available or
are impractical.
SECTION 5 - LODGING
POLICY
Reimbursement for lodging will be limited to the minimum number of
nights required to conduct the assigned City business. Employees
will be reimbursed at a rate not greater than the cost of a medium
priced single room suitable for the purposes of employees/officials
on City business. If the lodging receipt includes expenses of non -
City employees,reimbursement will be based on the price of an
equivalent single room as certified by the innkeeper on the receipt
or other documentation.
SECTION 6 - MEALS
1. POLICY
Employees/officials will be allowed three (3) meals for each full
day of travel. This three (3) meal allotment will be reduced while
attending conventions which include pre -paid meals. No reimbursement
will be made for entertainment or for meals of persons other than
City employees unless such expenses are specifically approved by
the City Manager. Reimbursement for alcoholic beverages is prohibited.
2. MEALS DURING MEETINGS (within metropolitan area)
Reimbursement will be made only if documented that it was necessary
to hold a meeting during a meal time hour outside of regular working
hours or if the employee is required to attend a meeting on City
business which normally he/she would not attend. Meals during the
mid-day (lunch) will not be paid within the Iowa City area. Appropriate
documentation must be submitted to the Finance Director for approval
and for petty cash reimbursement. 02'1t i l izy1 ',
1, 3. PAYMENT OF EXPENSES OF NON -CITY EMPLOYEES
Form T-2 must be used if the,expenses are more than ten dollars
($10.00). If less than $10.00, petty cash is used for reimbursement.
Documentation of expenses must accompany both forms of reimbursement
requests. Prior approval of the City Manager is required.
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SECTION 7 - MISCELLANEOUS FEES
REGISTRATION FEES
The Lily will pay the actual cost of fees associated with conference
or meeLinq registration. If pre -registration is requested, attach
registration form to T-1. If the fee is paid by the employee/official
at the meeting, a receipt shall be attached to Form T-2 as proof of
payment.
2. PARKING, TELEPHONE, AND TIPS
The following expenses are eigible for reimbursement provided that
receipts or documentation for such expenses are attached to Form T-2.
A. Parking fees
B. Telephone (for official business)
C. Tips (15% limit)
D. Travelers Checks (see Section 3 for limitations).
Other expenses will be considered for reimbursement upon justification
on Form T-2. Laundry and valet expenses are not reimbursable
expenses.
3. EXCEPTIONS
Exceptions may be allowed only upon presentation of documentation
and approval by the City Manager.
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T-1ROUTING:
• CITY OF IOWA CITY 1 -Dept. Director
TRAVEL AUTHORIZATION 2 -City Manager
FILL IN COMPLETELY BEFORE DEPARTURE 3 -Purchasing Div.
-- -- RECD.
INSTRUCTIONS: Submit 2 copies (3 copies if advance or registration requested, 4 copies if
both requested) at least 10 days before departure. O—nly one person's expenses shall be
Included on this Travel Expense Form, except if one person acts in guardian capacity for
travel funds. After form is completed, obtain department director's justification and
signature; route to City Manager for approval. Two copies of Form T-1 will be returned
for attachment to T-2 after completion of travel.
I. TYPE OF TRAVEL (CHECK ONE)
( ) Operational ( ) Educational ( ) Pre -Employment* ( ) Moving Expenses*
*For these expenses, use Form T-1 only. Disregard Sections III and IV,.attach receipts
and letter of authorization for moving expenses.
II. TRAVEL AUTHORIZATION REQUESTED FOR:
NAME - RECIPIENT OF CHECK DEPARTMENT AC I IT
t er Employees Covered by th s Authorizat on Name of Conference
IConference Inclusive Dates Departure Date, Time
I> `III. ESTIMATED CITY EXPENSES
1`~ 1. Transportation:
a
( ) Airfare - Trove to bill City
gency
( ) City Vehicle - gas and oil costs
( ) Private Vehicle -
Other: City Managers Approval
( )
Return Date, Time
Registration - Specify mailing instructions:
( ) Mail check by to: _
Date Organization
Address city State T 7p—
OR: Return Check to Department by
—(bete
3. Meals for _
4. Lodging for
person(s) for day(s). $
person(s) for day(s). $
COMPLETE REVERSE SIDE
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TOTAL ESTIMATED CITY EXPENSE $
ADVANCE REQUESTED $
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IV. DIRECTOR'S JUSTIFICATION FOR TRAVEL:
V. FUND AVAILABILITY:
TRAVEL BUDGET
YEAR TO DATE EXPENDITURE
BALANCE AVAILABLE
V1. CITY MANAGER'S AUTHORIZATION:
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Date
• �. ROUTING:
T-2 CITY OF IOWA CITY 1 - Dept. Director
EXPENDITURE DETAIL 2 - Finance
FILL IN COMPLETELY UPON RETURN RECD.
INSTRUCTIONS: Submit two copies (one with receipts attached) to Forms T-1. Return
any unused advance immediately to the Finance Cashier, attach receipt of this, and
route to Accounting. After reconciliation, 1 set of both forms will be returned to
employee.
NAME DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY N
I. TRANSPORTATION (Check One):
a. ( ) Airfare - to bill City
Travel Agency
b. ( ) City Vehicle - attach gas and oil receipts
c. ( ) Private Vehicle - requires prior authorization on T-1
miles at 15¢ per mile OR Coach Airfare - lesser of two..
d. ( ) Other
II. LODGING
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night(s) at $ each - If receipt includes expenses of
no�tty employees, claim.onTy for rate of equivalent single room, as
certified to by innkeeper on receipt.
Ill. MEALS (Attach receipts in chronological order): TOTAL $
DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY `4 DAY 5
Breakfast $ $ $ $ $
Lunch
Dinner
Tips
Total $ $ $ $ $
(Use back of this form if additional days are needed)
IV. REGISTRATION - ( ) Pre -paid by City ( ) Paid by Employee $
V. MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSES (Document and attach receipts when $
-possible - use back of page if necessary)
8 8
8 $
COMPLETE REVERSE SIDE
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TOTAL EXPENSE (I THRU V) $
LESS ITEMS PREPAID BY CITY $
TOTAL EMPLOYEE EXPENSE $ _
LESS ANY ADVANCE $ =
( ) ADDITIONAL AMOUNT REQUESTED
( ) AMOUNT RETURNED $
is
The forementioned is a true and accurate accounting of expenses incurred in
conjunction with service performed for the City of Iowa City.
1 -EMPLOYEE 2 -DEPARTMENT DI WECTOR
NOTE: In addition, route 1 copy of Form T-3 to City Manager upon completion
of travel, and one copy to your Department Director.
FINANCE USE ONLY:
Reconciled by: Date
T-3
CITY OF IOWA CITY
EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL QUESTIONNAIRE
Instructions: Upon return, submit 1 copy to City Manager's office and one copy to
your Department Director (separate from T-7 and T-2)
NAME DEPARTMENT DIVISION
1. What conference, workshop, or seminar did you attend?
2. Describe the value of the experience to you and the City.
3. Would you recommend that others also attend this activity at a future time:
Who would mbst benefit - people in a similar position, subordinates?
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Tile louorable 'dinette Doderer
State Senator (37th District)
State lfouse
Des Moines, LA 50319 e
Dear Senator Doierer/-
In auditing municipalities and counties, the Dep;u•tment of ]ievenue is
finding that many local officials are either uninfonred or misinfon;xd
about the application of the sales and use taxes to local 6roverm rnt.
Some months ago, the City of Irnv.1 City utas rc�luired to mdse past pay-
ments to the Department of Revenue for the same reason. Receipt of the
sales and use tax guidelines this past week from the Department Of
Revenue has encouraged me to bring to your attention provisions of the
law which I believe are inequitable.
Cities and counties which provide recreation facilities, such as zoos
and svimning pools, are required to pay sales tax on admissions to those
facilities. flonvever, if those facilities are owned by non-profit
organizations, such as the Y.M.C.A. or other groups, then the sales and
use tax law does not apply. It certainly does not seem to mdse sense
that the residents of a community or users of county recreational
facilities should be required to pay sales and use truces just because
local government rather than a non-profit organizltion provides those
services.
Sales and use taxes also apply to gross receipts farm the sale of w¢tt.er,
gas and electricity. In a period of scarce resources, when the cost of
utilities will continue to rise, it seems to he very .inequitable for
sales tax to be applied to utility services.
In these two instances I believe the residents of the State of Tow.,
would greatly benefit from the exclusion of these two items .fran the
sales and use tax law. Your investigation and support of these changes
certainly will be beneficial.
cc: City Council
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Same letter sent to Senator Redmond,
Representatives Hinkhouse, Small,
Hargrave, Svoboda, and Patchett
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June 15, 1✓'!
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Tile louorable 'dinette Doderer
State Senator (37th District)
State lfouse
Des Moines, LA 50319 e
Dear Senator Doierer/-
In auditing municipalities and counties, the Dep;u•tment of ]ievenue is
finding that many local officials are either uninfonred or misinfon;xd
about the application of the sales and use taxes to local 6roverm rnt.
Some months ago, the City of Irnv.1 City utas rc�luired to mdse past pay-
ments to the Department of Revenue for the same reason. Receipt of the
sales and use tax guidelines this past week from the Department Of
Revenue has encouraged me to bring to your attention provisions of the
law which I believe are inequitable.
Cities and counties which provide recreation facilities, such as zoos
and svimning pools, are required to pay sales tax on admissions to those
facilities. flonvever, if those facilities are owned by non-profit
organizations, such as the Y.M.C.A. or other groups, then the sales and
use tax law does not apply. It certainly does not seem to mdse sense
that the residents of a community or users of county recreational
facilities should be required to pay sales and use truces just because
local government rather than a non-profit organizltion provides those
services.
Sales and use taxes also apply to gross receipts farm the sale of w¢tt.er,
gas and electricity. In a period of scarce resources, when the cost of
utilities will continue to rise, it seems to he very .inequitable for
sales tax to be applied to utility services.
In these two instances I believe the residents of the State of Tow.,
would greatly benefit from the exclusion of these two items .fran the
sales and use tax law. Your investigation and support of these changes
certainly will be beneficial.
cc: City Council
A
Same letter sent to Senator Redmond,
Representatives Hinkhouse, Small,
Hargrave, Svoboda, and Patchett
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OClty of Iowa CHO
MEMORANDUM
DATE: June 10, 1977
TO: Neal Berlin, City Manager /
FROM: Julie Vann, CDBG Program Coordinator
RE: 3rd year CDBG application amendments
On April 12, 1977, the City Council decided to use FY 178 CDBG funds twice rather
than only once. Funds previously budgeted for Ralston Creek Flood Control (Scott
Boulevard dams scheduled for construction - summer 1978) and a portion of Housing
Rehabilitation funds (also scheduled for expenditure - summer 1978) will be
rebudgeted to enable acquisition of R-14 land from the Local Public Agency (LPA)
prior to mid-August when mortgage notes are due. This rebudgeting requires an
amended CDBG application be submitted to HUD, however it will (1) facilitate closeout
of Iowa City's Urban Renewal contract commitments with HUD, (2) save the City
several thousand dollars in refinancing interest charges, (3) eliminate the complex
redevelopment regulations required if the land is marketed while under LPA (Urban
Renewal project) ownership -- the land will be City owned via CDBG funds, and
(4) still allow both the Ralston Creek improvements and the Housing Rehabilitation
program to be implemented on schedule.
Attached are the amended HUD application forms requesting CDBG program revision
approval for UR land acquisition this summer. They will be submitted to HUD today,
June 10, 1977.
JV/ssw
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Mr. Guy Birch
Area Director
Department of Housing G Urban Development
7100 West Center.Road
Omaha, Nebraska 68106
Dear Mr. Birch:
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June 10, 1977
Re: CDBG B -77 -HN -19-0005
Enclosed you will find amended copies of Iowa City's Community Development Program
(form HUD 7015.1) and Community Development Budget (form HUD 7015.5). Ralston Creek
and Housing Rehab funds scheduled for expenditure after June 31, 1978, are now
re -allocated to the Urban Renewal project to expedite redevelopment activities. No
new or different activities are involved, however, more than ten percent of the
application grant amount is re -budgeted.
The A-95 agencies have been notified of the amendment, but are not required to
respond. The Committee on Community Needs (citizen participation group) has.discussed
the amendments and their rationale. All procedures have been followed. If you have
any questions, please contact Julie Vann, CDBG Program Coordinator (319/354-1800).
Your prompt review of the amendments will be appreciated. We are anxiously awaiting HUD
_ approval before carrying out activities planned for this summer.
Si>perof, .
Neal G. 'Berl
City Manager
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ASSURANCES
The applicant hereby mimics and centiles with respect to the grant that:
(1) It possesses legal authority to apply for the grant, and to execute the proposed program
(2) Ib governing body has duly adopted or passed As an official act a resolution, motion or similar action authorizing the
filing of the application, including all understandings and usurancea contained therein, and directing and designating
the authorized repreknulive of the applicant to act In connection with the application and to provide much additional
Information u may be required.
(3) it has complied with all the requirements of OMB Circular No. A•95 as modified by Sections 570.300(c) (for
entitlement applicants) or 570.100(d) (for discretionary applicants) and shat either
(I) any comments and recommendations made by or through clearinghouses we attached and have been considered
pilar to submission of the App0cation; or
OQ the required procedures have been followed and no comments or recommendations have been received
(1) Prior to submission of Its application, the applicant his:
(Q provided citizens with adequate Information concerning the amount of funds available for proposed community
development and housing activities, the range of activities that may be undertaken, and other important program
requirements;
(0) held at lemat two public hearings to obtain the views of citizens on community development and housing needs;
and
(BI) provided citizens an adequate opportunity to ani"lale needs, express prefeunces about proposed activities,
assist in the selection of priorities, and otherwise to participate in the development of the application.
(5) Its chief executive officer or other officer of applianl approved by HUD:
(i) Caeems to assume the status of a raAponalble Federal official urdec the National Environmental Policy Act of
1969 ireofar as the provisions of such Act apply to the mpplloanl4 proposed program pvrmusm to 21 CFR $70.603; and
(it) is Nhorized sod courrems on behsU of Use applicant and histself to accept the Jarlmdictim of the Federal courts
for the purpose of adorcemerst of his nspoeslbllllles am much an official.
(6) The Community Development Program has been developed was to give maximum fusible priority to activities which
willbenefit low or moderate inconn fomiUes or cid in the prevention or elimination of slums of blight. Where all or part
of the community development program activities we designed to meet other community development needs having a
particular urgency. such needs ate sped0a0y described In the application under the Community Development Plan
Summuy.
(7) it will comply with the regulations, policies, guidelines and requirements of Federal Management Circulars 744 and
71.7, As they relate to the application, acceplance and use of Fedual funds for this fedeta0yistisled program
(8) 11 will administer and reform the labor nanduds requirements ret forth in Section 570.605 and HUD regulations
issued to Implement such requirements.
(9) It will comply with a0 requirements imposed by HUD concerning special requirements of law, program requirements,
and other administrative tequbanents approved in accordance with Federal Management Circular 71.7.
(10) It will comply with the provisions of Executive Order 11296, relating to evaluation of need huuda
(11) 11 w10 comply with:
(1) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1961 (P.1.. 88.352) and the regulations Issued pursuant thereto (21 CFR Put
1), wNeh provides Out no persop In the United Sures shall on the pound of ace, color, or natloml origin, be
excluded from participation in, he defied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under my
program or activity for which the applicant secelves Federal financial Assistance and will Immediately take any
measures necessary to effectule this ucuwco. If may real property or structure thereon la provided or
Improved with the ail of Federal financial masislance extended to the applicant, this umurance shill oblipte the
applicant, or in the can of any transfer of such property, any transferee, for the period during which the real
property of structure is unit for a purpose for which the Federal financial Assistance 6 extended or for another
purpose involving the provision of similar services at benefits.
Op Title VIII of the CFO Rights Act of 1968 (P.L 90.281) as amended, administering All programs and ActMlks
relating to housing and community development iii a manner to affirmatively further fair housing; and Will like
action to Affirmatively further fab housing in the ase or rental of housing, the financing of housing, and the
provision of brokerage services within the applicant's Jurisdiction.
$ HUD7015.12 (11.75)
0 0
(HI) Section 109 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, and the regulations Issued pursuant
thereto (24 CFR 570.601), which provides that no person in the United States shall, on the ground of ram,
color. national origin or sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjccttd to
discrimination under, any program or activity funded in whole or in part with Title I funds.
(iv) Executive Order 11063 on equal opportunity in housing and nondiscrimination In the sale or rental of housing
built with Federal anistana.
(v) Executive Order 11246, and all regulations Issued pursuant thereto (24 CFR Part 130), which provides that no
person shall be discriminated against on the basis of uce, color, religion, sex or national ongin in all phases of
employment during the performance of Federal or federally • assisted contracts, Such contractors and
subcontractors shall take affirmative action to insure fair treatment In employment, upgrading, demotion, or
transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of
compensation and selection for training and apprenticeship.
00 Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, as amended, requiring that to the greatest extent
fusible opportunities for training and employment be awcn lower income residents of the project area and
contracts for work in connection with the project be awarded to eligible business uncems which are located IN
or owned In substantial part by, persons residing in the arcs of the project.
(12) It will:
(0 In acquiring red properly in connection with the community development block grant proip m be guided to the
greatest extent practicable uncia Stan law, by the real properly acquisition policies set out ruder Section 301
of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (P.L 91-646) and the
Prwisiau of Section 302 thmof:
(10 Pay or reimburse property owners for necessary expenses as specified in Section 303 and 304 of the Act; and
(ill) Inform affected persons of the benefits, policies, and procedures provided for under HUD regulations (24 CFR
Put 42).
(13) it will;
(I) Provide fair and reasonable relocation payments and assistance In accordance with Sections 202, 203, and 204 of
the Uniform Relocation Asslattna and Real Properly Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 and applicable HUD
regulations (24 CFR Part 42), to or fol !amides, Individuals, partnership, corporations or associations displaced
as a mull of any acquisition of red property for an activity assisted under the program;
(I0 Provide relocation assistance programs offering the services described in Section 205 of the Act to such displaced
families, individuals, partnerships, corporations or associations in the manner providcA under applicable HUD
regulations;
(iii) Astute that, within a reasonable time prior to displacement, decent, safe, and sanitary replacement dwellings will
be available to such displaced familia and individuals In acmidana with Section 205(c) (3) of the Act, and that
such housing will be available In the urne range of choice to all such displaced persons regardless of their na,
solos, religion, national origin, ex, or source of income;
(n) Inform affected persons of the benefits, policies, and procedures provided for under HUD regulations; and
(v) Carry out the relocation process In such a manner as to provide such displaced persons with uniform and
consistent services, including any services required to Insure that the relocation process does not result in
different or separate treatment to such displamd persons on account of their nice, color, religion, national
origin. rex, or source of Income.
(14) It will establish safeguards to prohibit employees from using positions for a purpose that Is or gives the appearance of
being motivated by a desire for private gain for themselves or others, particularly those with whom they have family,
business, or other ties,
(IS) It will comply with the provisions of the Hatch Act which limp the political activity of empioyces,
(16) It will give HUD and the Comptroller General through any authorised reprewntstire amen to and the right to examine
all records. books, papers, or documents related to the grant ,
i
•
•
MUD -7013.1 (11_75) 1
0-1U-//
1. NAME OF APPLICANT
2APPUCAT1CNNa
3•00RIGINAL
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
B-77-HN-19-0005
gJAMENOMENT
ENTITLEMENT APPLICANTS ONLY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
City of Iowa City
4. PROGRAM YEAR:
FROM: 7-1-77 TO: 6-30-78
'
RELATED
CENSUS
TRACT/
ENVIRONMENTAL RELATED
ESTIMATED COST
=WJ
ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION
SRM-
ENUMER•
REVIEW BUDGET
BLOCK GRANT FUNDS
OTHER FUNDS
OGRAM
FR YEAR
SUBSEGLIffn
YEAR
TOTAL
AMOUNT
SOURCE
0*rECTIVE
ATION
DISTRICT
LINE
STATUS ITEM
rn
ar
a/
ar rsI
nu
m
au
I9I
nor
1. Urban Renewal (R-14)
C-1
38,40,
Clearance 11
964.7
0
964.7
*Land Acquisition preceding
41
Completed
Project Closeout
2. Housing Code Enforcement
C-2
24,25,3
Clearance 3
15.0
0
1S.0
30.0
Local
*Systematic Inspection
7,38,4
Completed
funds
Project
46,47,5
53,54
3. Housing Rehabilitation
23,25,
*Loans and Grants for Low
C-3
27,28,
Clearance
150.0
82.5
232.5
and Moderate Income Home-
40,42,
Completed 5
(60.0)
(82.5)
(142.5)
150.0
HUD
owners and
43,44,
312
*Site Improvements to Desig-
C-4
45,46,
Assessment 2
(90.0)
( 0)
(90.0)
nated Neighborhood
47,52,
53,54,
55,56,
S7,S8,
59
4., Ralston Creek Flood Control
C-S
22,24,
Assessment
154.3
0
154.3
*Construction of two small
36,39,
dams
*
42,43,
2
(4.3)
(0)
(0)
Erosion control to extend
44,45,
lifetime of dams
46,47,
2
( 0)
(0)
(0)
*Land acquisition or easement
48,49,
rights for storm water
50,51,
detention
52,53,
I
(150.0)
( 0)
(150.0)
54,55
C PAGE SUBTOTALS
11284.0
*82.5
sl366.S
6150.0
i
•
•
MUD -7013.1 (11_75) 1
HUD -7015.101.75)
t.NAMEOFAPPUCAW
2PWLICATION NO.
3.6 ORIGINAL'
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
B -77 -HN -19-0005
❑ AMENDMENT
ENTITLEMENT APPLICANTS ONLY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
City
Cit of Iowa Cit
y
4. PROGRAM YEAR:
FROM: 7-1-77 TO: 6-30-78
RELATED
CENSUS
T ENVIRONMENTAL RELATED
ESTIMATED COST (M)
ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION SHORT-RACT/
ENUMER• REVIEW BUDGET
BLOCK GRANT FUNDS
OTHER FUNDS
TERM
OBJECTIVE
ATION LINE
DISTRICT ITEM TEM
PROGRAM
SU E
'Y
YEAR EARAR
TOTAL
AMOUNT
SOURCE
(1) (2)
(31 141 (5)
(e)
(7l
1 18)
191
(101
S.: Comprehensive.Plan C-6
City- Exempt 13
180.0
0
180,0
*Continued preparation of a
wide
(120.5)
0
(120.5)
Comprehensive Community
Development Plan
*Development• of a human
(9.5)
0
(9.5)
resources plan
"Development, of an energy
(50.0)
0
(50.0)
conservation plan
6. Senior Center C-7
28,44 Assessment 2
250.0
0
250.0
*Acquisition and/or rehabili-
tation of structure
7. Retarded Citizen Center C-8
58 Assessment 1
50.0
0
50.0
*Acquisition of site for
facility construction
S. Bus Acquisition for Physically C-9
City- Assessment 6
30.0
0
30.0
Handicapped and Elderly
wide
*Transportation to support
N6 and 7 above
9. Land Acquisition C-10
25 Clearance - 1
S0.0
0
50.0
*Acquisition of open space
No EIS
adjacent to Happy Hollow
Park for water detention
and recreational activities
PAGE SUBTOTALS
s560.0
s 0
s560.0
0f
'I'
HUD -7015.101.75)
A-11)_77
HUD -7015.1 (11-75)
I. NAME OF APYUCANT
ZAPPLICATION NO.0.O
ORIGINAL
B -77 -HN -19-0005
® AMENDMENT
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING ANDURBAN DEVELOPMENT
ENTITLEMENT. APPLICANTS ONLY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
City of Iowa City
4. PROGRAM YEAR:
7-1-77 6-30-78
FROM: TO:
•
RELATED
CENSUS
TRACT/
ENVIRONMENTAL RELATED
ESTIMATED COST (50001
ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION
SHORT-
ENUMER•
REVIEW BUDGET
BLOCK GRANT FUNDS
OTHER FUNDS
PROGRAM
YEAR
SUBSEQUEPIT
'YEAR
TOTAL
AMOUNT
SOURCE
`
TERM
OBJECTIVE
ATION
DISTRICT
STATUS LINE
ITEM
- !71
fzl
Cal
rd! !sl
rel
rel
(9J
fro)
10. RapePrevention Program
C-11
22,24,
Assessment 9
1.5
0
1.5
*Educational activity to
36,39,
minimize the crime within
42,43,
project area
44,45,
46,47,
48,50,
51,52,
53,54,
55
il. Program Administration
C-12
City-
Exempt 14
118.2
0
118.2
wide
12. Contingency
--
--
--- 17
4.8
10.0
14.8
PAGE SUBTOTALS
124.5
10.0
134.5
0
GRAND TOTAL
51968.5
592.5
5 2061.0
5150.0
"i';'' +'
HUD -7015.1 (11-75)
6-10-77
EDITION OF 10.74 IS OBSOLETE
HUD•701S.S (1
26
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BUDGET
A. CJ ORIGINAL
® AMENDMEN
B. APPLICATION NO.
g -77 -HN -19-0005
C. NAME OF APPLICANT
City of Iowa City, Iowa
0. PROGRAM YEAR
FROM: 7-1-77
TO: 6-30-78
LINNO.
E. PROGRAM ACTIVITY
AMOUNT
FORUSED LO
1.
ACQUISITION OF REAL PROPERTY
2SO 000
Z.
PUBLIC WORKS, FACILITIES, SITE IMPROVEMENTS
344,300
3.
CODE ENFORCEMENT
15,000
4.
CLEARANCE,DEMOLITION, REHABILITATION
0
S.
REHABILITATION LOANS AND GRANTS
142,550
S.
SPECIAL PROJECTS FOR ELDERLY AND HANDICAPPED
30,000
7.
PAYMENTS FOR LOSS OF RENTAL INCOME
S.
DISPOSITION OF REAL PROPERTY
0
S.
PROVISION OF PUBLIC SERVICES
1,500
10.
PAYMENT OF NON-FEDERAL SHARES
0
11.
COMPLETION OF URBAN RENEWAL/NDP PROJECTS
964,650
it.
RELOCATION PAYMENTS AND ASSISTANCE
0
18.
PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT
180,000
14.
ADMINISTRATION
1-18,20-0-
1820016.
Is.
CONTINUATION OF MODEL CITIES ACTIVITIES
0
is.
SUBTOTAL (SUM o/Llnff I IbRI 16)
2,046,200
17.
CONTINGENCIES ANO/OR UNSPECIFIED LOCAL OPTION ACTIVITIES
(Not to a+aad 10% of line 16)
14,800_
1B.
TOTAL PROGRAM ACTIVITY COSTS (Sum of L/na l6and 17)
2,061,000
LINE
NO.
F. RESOURCES FOR PROGRAM ACTIVITY COSTS
1.
ENTITLEMENT 09 DISCRETIONARY AMOUNT
2,061,000A
P.
7.
LESS DEDUCTIONS
O
.7P
S
ENTITLEMENT/DISCRETIONARY AMOUNT FOR PROGRAM ACTIVITIES
(Una l mlmRI
2,061,000
4.
PROGRAM INCOME
0
S.
SURPLUS FROM URBAN RENEWAUNDP SETTLEMENT
0
B.
LOAN PROCEEDS
0
7.
REPROGRAMMED UNOBLIGATED FUNDS FROM PRIOR PROGRAM YEAR
0
B,
TOTAL RESOURCES FOR PROGRAM ACTIVITY COSTS (SUM o/Unna 3•7)
2,061,000
! ❑ CAe1A Dos (few& Include Indfrret eo,h w4kh mQu(re approPal ole eaf a0ocat(on plan a Npulmd Dy Federal MaW emmt CYrcul4r 144.
EDITION OF 10.74 IS OBSOLETE
HUD•701S.S (1
26
4Fity of Iowa Cit+
MEMORANDUM
DATE: June 13, 1977
TO: Neal Berlin and City Council
FROM: Dick Plastino, Director of Public Works
RE: Interim solutions to the Highway 6/Keokuk Hollywood traffic
congestion problem
As you know money has been allocated for major reconstruction in this
area to alleviate the intersection problem.
It is suggested that an interim solution be installed until permanent
reconstruction can be done. Options that have been looked at include:
1. Making Hollywood one-way eastbound.
2. Making Keokuk one-way westbound.
3. Completely blockading Hollywood Boulevard between the
K -mart parking lot and Iowa State Bank and Trust.
4. Completely blockading Hollywood at Keokuk.
There have been discussions about these options with Iowa State Bank and
Trust and K -mart. K -mart favors making Hollywood one-way westbound between
the K -mart parking lot and Keokuk. Iowa State Bank and Trust favors making
Hollywood one-way eastbound.
The two major problems associated with Hollywood Boulevard are westbound
Hollywood traffic conflicting with Keokuk traffic and Keokuk traffic
southbound turning eastbound onto Hollywood Boulevard. Of these two
problems it is Public Works' belief that the former problem is the more
severe although both are major problems.
It is the recommendation of Public Works that temporary asphalt curbing
be installed on Hollywood Boulevard so that the street is narrowed to
one-way eastbound between Keokuk and the drive into Iowa State Bank and
Trust. If major problems occur the situation can be easily reversed.
It is further recommended that this matter be discussed at an informal
Council meeting and representatives of K -mart, Aldi, the State Liquor
Store, and Iowa State Bank and Trust be invited to participate in the
discussion.
13
&Ity of Iowa Citle
MEMORANDUM
DATi: June 14, 1977
TO: Plumbers and Excavators
FROM: Richard J. Plastino, Director of Public Works
RE: Public Hearing on Excavation Ordinance
The City Council has set a public hearing for June 28, 1977,
at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
As mentioned in a letter written to you a few weeks ago the
Council is very interested in hearing your comments about
the ordinance and any areas in which it needs improvement
or change. I do urge you to attend and either submit a
written letter or just talk to the Council at that meeting.
When you first go in the door of the Council Chambers there
will be a stack of papers which lists the order of items
that the Council will consider. When the item for public
hearing on the Excavation Ordinance comes up the Mayor will
ask if anyone has any comments and at that:time the Council
will listen to any suggestions you might have.
If you need extra copies please contact Public Works at
extension 250 at the Civic Center and a copy will be mailed
to you.
cc: Neal Berlin
City Council
1.3ay
Clyde Abbott
1108 E. Bloomington
337-4809
AAA Mechanical Engineers
P.O. Box 805
351-1843
R. M. Boggs, Inc.
P.O. Box 1130
338-9741
Boyd and Rummelhart
601 S. Gilbert
351-3232 or 337-5345
Don and Allen Breese
315 E. Benton
338-8535 or 338-6801
John Carter Excavating
Hills, Iowa 52235
679-2546
William Connell
1655 N. Dodge Street
337-5689
Reggie Eckhoff
P.O. Box 6172
Coralville, Iowa
351-5685
William Grell
2110 N. Dubuque
338-1578
H&H Plumbing and Heating
Box 117B
R.R. k2
Kalona, Iowa 52247
656-2005
Gary Haman
2107 Bancroft
337-5106
Iowa City Excavating
305 lith Street East
Coralville, Iowa
351-6605
Iowa -Illinois Gas F, Electric
211 E. Washington
338-9781
Knowling Bros.
1714 5th Street
Coralville, Iowa
351-1558
George Kondora, Jr.
1430 Glendale Road
337-3688
Larew Company
227 E. Washington
337-9681
Ron Miller Trenching
R.R. 1
Kalona, Iowa 52247
656-2938
Mulford Plumbing $ Heating
320 Kirkwood Avenue
338-8366
Muller Plumbing $ Heating
315 First Avenue
337-3312
Don Nielsen
612 5th Street
Coralville, Iowa
354-3584
Craig Minter
Street-Superintendent---
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IOWA HIGHWAY DIVISION
800 LINCOLN WAV AMES. IOWA 50010 610.29E-1101
June 8, 1977
REF. 00. Arterial Highway 518
Washington -Johnson Co.'s
Mr. Richard J. Plastino
Director of Public Works
City of Iowa City
410 E. Washington St.
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Dear Mr. Plastino:
RECEI VE D JUN 1 3 X71
Your recent request concerning the status of Arterial High-
way 518 in Washington and Johnson Counties has been referred to
me for reply. The Highway Division of the Iowa Department of
Transportation is currently in the process of finalizing the
Environmental Impact Statement for this project. Provisions in
the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 established guide-
lines for the preparation of Environmental Impact Statements by
state highway agencies, with independent review and assessment
by the appropriate Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Division
Administrator.
The Final Statement was sent to the Division Administrator
in Ames on March 15, 1977. Their comments were discussed with
our personnel on April 20,and 21, and we have just completed
revisions on it. The EIS is currently being final typed for
printing and resubmitt41 to the'Division Office, where it will
then be forwarded to the Regional Federal Highway Administrator
in Kansas City, Missouri. We anticipate submittal to the Divi-
sion Office within the next two weeks.
In Kansas City, the document will be evaluated and reviewed
for legal sufficiency. After their review is complete, the Regional
Federal Highway Administrator will sign the Statement, permitting
the Iowa Department of Transportation to print and distribute the
Final to the appropriate private, local, state, and federal agencies
and to the general public.
The Regional Administrator will also submit the statement to
the FHWA Washington Headquarters Office, who will, in turn, submit
it to the U.S. Department of Transportation for transmittal to the
President's Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ). After their
30 -day reviewperiod is complete, the Final Environmental Impact
Statement can a submitted to the United States District Court for
COMMISSIONERS
.BARBARA OUNN DONALD R. GARDNER STERHENGARST WILLIAM F. MCGRATH ROBERT R.RIGLER L. STANLEY SCHOELERMAN ALLAN THO
DH Molnar Cads Rlpldi Coon R.pldl Malfo Naw Hampton SWnoar OubuRua ,
los
Mr. Richard J. Pqktino •
page 2
June 8, 1977
the Southern Division of Iowa, where a determination will be made
on lifting the injunction. At that time, additional right-of-
way acquisition could resume, grading and paving could begin and
two lane redesign could be initiated for the area south of Iowa
22.
The current five-year Iowa Transportation Improvement Pro-
gram has various portions of the improvement tentatively program-
med for fiscal years 1978-1980. In Washington County, right-of-
way acquisition from Iowa 92 to Iowa 22 is listed for fiscal 1978,
while from Iowa 22 to the Johnson County Line, grading is listed
for fiscal 1978 and paving for fiscal 1979. In Johnson County,
from the Washington County Line north 7.5 miles, grading is listed
for fiscal 1978 and paving for fiscal 1979. From 7.5 miles north
of the county line to I-80, right-of-way acquisition is listed for
fiscal 1980. All remaining grading and paving projects are listed
as tentatively programmed projects, beyond 1982. Tentatively pro-
grammed means that the improvements are presently budgeted and that
if funds remain available, the projects will proceed on schedule;
however, if for some reason, funding is not available, the projects
will be set back.
The 'length of time it will take to process the Final Environ-
mental Impact Statement and to get the court injunction lifted, is
not known at this time. It appears highly unlikely, however, that
construction could begin in fiscal 1978. We anticipate proceeding,
as quickly as possible on this project, once the legal issues are
settled.
incerely,
Harry S Budd
Project Engineer
HSB:KT:dkd
cc: D. E. McLean
R. L. Humphrey
MAY 1977
CITY OF IOWA CITY
FINANCIAL SUMMARY
FUND/ BEGINNING ENDING FUND INVESTMENT + CHECKING
ACCOUNT FUND BALANCE RECEIPTS DISBURSEMENTS BALANCE BALANCE ACCOUNT BAL.
GENERAL
DEBT::SERVICE
'.CAPITAL; PROJECTS
TRUST 6 AGENCY
INTRAGOV. SERVICE
% SPECIAL ASSESSMENT
SPECIAL REVENUE
TOTAL - FUNDS
PROJ.'TEMP. LOAN R-14
URBAN RENEWAL R-14
"PAYROLL
FIREMEN PENSION
FIREMEN RETIREMENT
POLICEMEN PENSION
:. POLICEMEN RETIREMENT
r N-14 ESCROW
LEASED HOUSING I
LEASED HOUSING II
.LEASED HOUSING III
TOTAL - ACCOUNTS
GRAND TOTAL
3 486,005.58
3 984,378.54
b 525,106.42
b 945,277.70
b 347,352.97
$ 597,924.73
185,623.58
155,431.41
327,878.00
13,176.99
176,264.63
13,176.99 .
83,006.17
234,027.89
1,310,039.62
(993,005.56)
(993,005.56)
2,246,745.23
192,869.19
168,883.44
2,270,730.98
2,529,061.33
(258,330.3
1,119,641.64
173,230.53
31,127.80
1,261,744.37
490,530.27
771,214.1
(436,096.72)
519,141.03
442,030.65
(358,986.34)
7,870.70
(358,986.34)
312,406.71
22,959.44
6,157.00
335,366.15
438,176.66
(102,810.51)
707.047.65
343.447.21
257.721 79
792,773.07
407 796 66
384,976.41
$4,704,379.84 $2,625,485.24 $3,062,787.72 $ 4,267,077.36 $ 4,212,917.89 $ 54,159.47
16,419.63
$ 444,828.62
b 542,493.45
16,419.63
16,182.14
237.49
115,711.60
2,917.00
15,753.39
102,875.21
176,264.63
(73,389.42)
(13.68)
371,393.09
411,764.21
(40,384.80)
(40,384.80)
15,590.01
953.49
14,636.52
6,908.83
7,727.69
1,308,150.23
14,687.90
28,433.44
1,294,404.69
1,265,872.63
28,532.06
26,320.83
666.25
25,654.58
7,870.70
17,783.88
1,192,944.04
13,829.63
6,157.00
1,200,616.67
1,165,328.02
35,288.65
243.44
243.44
243.44
98,915.07
3,994.00
48,335.35
54,573.72
64,070.93
(9,497.21)
22,066.26
38,007.00
30,430.32
29,642.94
50,140.67
(20,497.70
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$ 444,828.62
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$2,698,682.60
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WILLIAM L. MEARCON
WILLIAM F. SUEPPEL
ROBERT N. DOWNER
JAMES P. HAYES
JAMES D. MCCARRAGHER
THOMAS J. CILEK
MARK T. HAMER
THOMAS D. HOBART
MARGARET T. LAINSON
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MEARDON, SUEPPEL, DOWNER & HAYES
LAWYERS
100 SOUTH LINN STREET
IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240
June 16, 1977
City Council
Neal Berlin, City Manager
c/o City Clerk
Civic Center
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Re: Jerry Cilek, 1926 Hafor Drive
Dear Council Members and Mr. Berlin:
TELEPHONE
336.9222
AREA CODE 319
The purpose of this letter is to request the City of Iowa City to
install sod along the sidewalk next to my brother's lot at 1926
Hafor Drive which would cost approximately $300. To support
this request I would like to briefly explain the background of the
situation and to discuss the applicable law as I see it.
My brother and his family moved to Iowa City in 1976 and purchased
a lot and built a house at 1926 Hafor Drive (Lot 62 In Penny Bryn
Addition, Part III), taking possession in July, 1976. Upon taking
possession my brother laid sod covering approximately 80% of his
yard and the firm installing the sod laid the sod along the east and
west boundaries of his lot as shown by the boundary stakes in the
ground. At this time, the city sidewalk had not been installed and
the ten foot dedicated right-of-way for the sidewalk was mud and
weeds.
This Spring the sidewalk was installed, apparently by the developer
as required by the City of Iowa City Agreement with the developer.
However, little if any landscaping was done along the sidewalk and
the erosion problem accelerated with the increased rapidity of the water
flow from this cement sidewalk, which was installed at a slightly higher
level than the surrounding land.
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CITY CLERK
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June 16, 1977
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The erosion situation has worsened and now has begun to erode my
brother's sod along the sidewalk area. Further, the mud at the bottom
of the sidewalk along Hafor Drive increases with each rain and results
with mud covering the sidewalk after the rain. Further, the dirt along
the edge of the sidewalk, which runs from Graslon Drive to Hafor Drive
(which slopes downward I remind you) has eroded badly, resulting in
a dangerous condition for bicyclers and big wheel drivers because of
a two or three inch drop off from the edge of the sidewalk. In fact, a
chance of a serious accident increases with each rain because the drop
off from the sidewalk to the surrounding dirt (mud) increases.
I have discussed this problem with several staff members who have
reviewed my brother's plight but did not feel they could take any action
without authorization from the Council or the City Manager. Bob Bolin,
Don Schmeiser, Linda Schreiber and Neal have all been helpful and I
believe It was Bob Bolin who suggested that I write to the City Council
for assistance. Neal Berlin Indicated that the City must be careful about
establishing precedents which could prove costly to the City if applied
in every situation. However, I believe the facts of this case are some-
what unique and deserve special attention.
I have also tried to locate the applicable law in this situation. Section
364.12 of the Code of Iowa sets forth the responsibility for public places.
Specifically, S 364.12(2) (b) provides that the abutting property owner is
responsible for the prompt removal of snow, ice and accumulations from
the sidewalks. Further, 1364.12(2) (c) states that "The abutting property
owner may be required by ordinance to maintain all property outside the
lot and the property lines and Inside the curb lines upon the public streets
" However, I do not believe that 1364.12(2) (b) or 1364.12(2) (c) place
the burden upon my brother to prevent the erosion caused by the City side-
walk on land owned by the City which is not between the sidewalk and the
curb line of a public street. As shown on the attached plat, the sidewalk
involved goes through the subdivision between Graslon and Hafor and
abuts two lots, and not the public street. Further, 1364.12(2)(b) states
the City is responsible for the care, supervision, and control of public
grounds, streets, sidewalks... except for the exceptions listed. Since
this type of sidewalk is not specifically excepted In a subsection of
1364.12 (2), I believe the City is responsible. Further, I was unable to
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June 16, 1977
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locate the City Ordinance which would require the abutting property
owner to maintain the property outside the lot and property lines and
inside the curb lines upon the public streets as required by j364.12(2) (c).
Moreover, I believe that the City required the developer to Install a
sidewalk between Graslon and Hafor and thus I believe the City has
more than the normal responsibility to correct the problem. Further,
after the installation of the sidewalk the City inspected the work,
accepted its condition, and issued a release to my brother and to the
developer.
Possibly the developer bears part of the burden of correcting the problem,
but I do not believe my brother and his wife are responsible.
When my brother and his wife purchased their house they realized a
City sidewalk was to be installed at a later date. They further realized
that it was their obligation to remove the snow from the sidewalk and
they were willing to mow and maintain the land next to the sidewalk.
However, they did expect the City, or the developer, to install the side-
walk and to landscape the surrounding area in such a manner to permit
grass to grow and avoid erosion. At this time I believe the only solution
to the erosion problem is the installation of sod. My brother has obtained
a verbal estimate of $300 to Install the sod on the City land from Tom
Whittier of Whittier Nursery of Cedar Rapids, who installed my brother's
sod.
I believe the problem which arose in this situation possibly can be avoided
in the future by requiring the developer theinstall the sidewalk and to land-
scape or sod the surrounding land. I believe the City should have the
right to require the developer to install the sod if the situation requires
sod to avoid erosion, such as in a case of a sloping sidewalk as we see
here. If the existing City Agreement already requires this, possibly the
City inspector should keep in mind the possibility of erosion.
Your immediate attention to this problem is needed. Each rain aggravates
the erosion along my brother's lot and increases the possibility of an
accident by a bicycler or a big wheel rider. Possibly, the developer is
largely to blame but we would like the City to authorize the sodding and
City Council
June 16, 1977
Page 3
later pursue the developer if the City feels the developer should
bear part of the cost.
In summary, the problem arose because of two or three facts: (1) My
brother's sod was installed before the City sidewalk was installed;
(2) The City accepted the sidewalk without considering the erosion
problem; (3) The sloping sidewalk has prevented the grass from growing
and has created a serious problem. In addition, I believe that 5364.12(2)
does not place the burden on my brother and his wife to install the sod
and in fact places the burden on the City to care and control this piece
of land. And finally, I believe the City will be liable for damage done
to my brother's sod and an accident by someone slipping off the edge of
the sidewalk.
My brother and his wife will agree to maintain the sod and remove all
snow from the sidewalk similar to the requirement of j 364.12 (2) (c) . Your
action on this matter, whether approval or disapproval, is needed quickly
In order that a solution can be found.
Very truly yours,
Thomas J. Cilek
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Minutes of Staff Meeting
May 25, 1977
The informal and formal Council meetings were discussed:
Legal was asked to review Ty'n Cae and trade of land uses in Willow Park.
The Administrative Assistant was directed to refer the Civic Center Ventilation
Study to the Resources Conservation Commission.
The Park Director was asked to investigate the tree planted in College Hill
Park. He commented that the tree had died and was replaced last week with
a similar tree.
The Police Chief was asked to discuss massage parlors with the City Manager.
Councilman Vevera had received a complaint about cars parking on Bloomington
Street. A question of meters in that location was presented and was then referred
to Public Works Department.
Public Works is renewing the Area Transportation Study.
Community Development was asked to get a status on the contract with Associate
of Engineers. The Department of Public Works will be involved with this.
Legal staff was asked to amend the section of the Municipal Code concerning
house moves which would allow for administrative discretion.
The Police Chief asked that the charges for their services be provided
in that deposit.
The Public Works Department was asked to review the Overlay Program for
Hutchinson Street north and on McGallon Street south.
The Legal Department was asked to provide the City Manager with the status
of the underground utilities report. It was indicated that the first
draft was prepared and that copies would be furnished to the staff for review.
The City Manager indicated that the City Council reviewed the last handbook
in the elected officials project entitled "Self Evaluation."
He indicated to the Department Heads that the City Council was discussing
a retreat and suggested that it be tied into the budget process.
The Administrative Assistant was asked to refer the Council's concern
for water shortage to the Resource Conservation Commission,
Councilman Foster indicated that he would be attending a meeting
for Resource Recovery in Chicago on June 28-29,
Max Selzer indicated appreciation for the Little League Funds.
The Department of Parks and Recreation was asked to investigate the
condition of the in -fields.
The City Manager asked Public Works to review the oiling policy.
Public Works was asked to inspect construction sites to see that streets
are kept clean and free from mud and dirt left by development.
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The Parks Department was asked to straighten the Rose Alley sign at Court
Street.
Public Works will review the College Street sidewalk next to Block 64.
The Director of Public Works was asked to remind the Pollution Control
Superintendent to talk to Caroline Embry regarding the odors at the Sewage
Treatment Plant.
The Administrative Assistant was asked to contact Project GREEN to assist
with a litter clean-up along the Iowa River.
Carol deProsse will be attending a Transportation Steering Committee meeting
on June 10 in Tucson, Arizona.
The Legal Department was asked to provide the City Manager with the status
of the Gordon Russell property.
The City Manager was asked to obtain a copy of the court ruling which
required DOT to conduct an Environmental Review Statement for Freeway 518.
r: The Administrative Assistant was asked to draft a memo to the Airport Commission
concerning their meeting date and location.
The City Manager will prepare a letter to Minnette Doderer thanking her for
her support on the Property Tax Bill.
The City Clerk was asked to notify James Bacon when the non -conforming lot
ordinances would be published.
The City Manager discussed procedures with the City Clerk to distribute
copies of ordinances to the appropriate staff.
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IRAN RELATIONS DEPARTMENT •
MONTHLY REPORT
May , 1977
June 10, 1977
Placement Activities
Persons hired:
1- Animal Control Officer
1- Maintenance Worker I
1- Clerk/typist
1- Transit Superintendent
2- Maintenance Worker I
1- Assistant Planner
1- Engineering Technician
1- Maintenance Worker I
Persons terminated:
1- Civil Rights Specialist
2- Bus Drivers
1- Maintenance Worker I
Persons reclassified or promoted:
-Police/Animal Control
-Public Works/Gov't. Bldg.
-Police
-Transit
-Public Works/Solid Waste
-Community Development
-Public Works/Engineering
-Public Works/Traffic Eng.
•Administration/Human Relation
-Transit
-Public Works/Solid Waste
2- Bus Drivers (Perm PT to Perm FT) -Transit
1- Acting Superintendent to
Temporary employees hired:
4- Mayor's Youth
1- Administrative Assistant
2- Summer help
3- Summer help
2- Engineering Technician
2- Summer help
1- Summer help
18- Summer help
1- Maintenance Worker I
4- Summer help
7- Summer help
1- Library Aide
-City Spirits Project
-Public Works/Water
-Public Works/Traffic Eng.
-Public Works/Engineering
-Public Works/Pollution
Control
-Public Works/Solid Waste
-Parks $ Rec/ Recreation
-Transit
-Public Works/Street
-Parks $ Rec/Parks
-Library
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Senior Bus
Driver
-Transit
1-
Clerk/typist
to Sr. Clerk/typist
-Community Development
1-
Bus Driver
(Perm FT to Perm PT)
-Transit
1—
Mechanic I
to Acting Superintendent
-Public Works/Equipment
1-
Lieutenant
to Captain
-Fire
1-
Maintenance
Worker I to
Maintenance
Worker II
-Public Works/Street
1-
Firefighter
to Lieutenant
-Fire
1-
Acting Sr.
Bus Driver to
Bus Driver
-Transit
Temporary employees hired:
4- Mayor's Youth
1- Administrative Assistant
2- Summer help
3- Summer help
2- Engineering Technician
2- Summer help
1- Summer help
18- Summer help
1- Maintenance Worker I
4- Summer help
7- Summer help
1- Library Aide
-City Spirits Project
-Public Works/Water
-Public Works/Traffic Eng.
-Public Works/Engineering
-Public Works/Pollution
Control
-Public Works/Solid Waste
-Parks $ Rec/ Recreation
-Transit
-Public Works/Street
-Parks $ Rec/Parks
-Library
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1111MAN RELATIONS DEPARTMENTAL MONTHLY RHPORT MAY 1977
PAGE 2
Temporary employees terminated:
1- Maintenance Worker
1- Engineering Technician
1- Engineering Intern
Civil Rights Complaint Activities
Formal Complaints: None
Cases Closed:
Informal Complaints:
Complaints in Conciliation:
Complaints in Litigation
Progress on Objectives
Personnel.
Objectives: 1. To evaluate
-Parks F, Rec/Narks
-Public Works/Engineering
-Public Works/Traffic Eng.
E-7607 no probable cause
E-7610 no probable cause
E-7701 no probable cause
1 Public Accommodations/Disability-
resolved
1 race/employment
2 sex/employment
2 race/housing
2 Westinghouse, Yellow Cab
e ana aaministration of compensa
Work continues on the classification plan. Re-
commendations will be made during June regarding
any adjustments deemed appropriate. A brief salary
survey will be conducted by telephone during June
and a more complete salary survey will be completed
in conjunction with labor negotiations this fall.
2. To develop a system for performance evaluation and
provide an adequate jobescrietion or eachemplo
in administering a merit pay plan.
Performance evaluation study and revision will
follow classification plan study.
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PAGE 3
3. To provide staff assistance in the Civil
ervic�mmission.
Entry level examinations for the position of
firefighter and training officer promotional
examinations were conducted by the Fire Extension
Service of Iowa State University at Ames on
May 10, 1977. Oral interviews for these positions
were tentatively set for June 7, 1977.
A staff recommendation regarding Civil Service
records was prepared and sent to the Commission
for review. This will be on the agenda for
discussion at a future Commission meeting.
Civil Ri¢hts
Objectives: 1. To develop a workable and effective contract
c�ompH i9epce 5rogra o monitoring Federal grants
Dy July 1, 1976.
Follow up with Ralph Oxford. No written
affirmative action plan received.
2. To improve the empl�ee assistance program in
order to prevent an correct p rsonne vroblems
A staff development program was held May 24 at
the Recreation Center with members of the MECCA
staff discussing a program to correct work problems
among Iowa City employees. Follow up session
will be held in the fall.
3. To implement the Human Rights Commission program.
Human Rights Commission meetings were held on May
10, 7:30 P.M. and May 23, 7:30 P.M.. Committee
meetings were held on May 12 and 23. Interviews
for Civil Rights Specialist were held May 12, 19,
27 and 31.
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Collective Bargaining
Objectives: 1. To negotiate labor agreements with minimal loss
to�city.
Preparation for arbitration hearing with IAFF
completed. Hearing May 16. Union final offer
selected by arbitrator William Petrie. A contract
implementation meeting was held with fire union
officials on June 1. Work plan outline drafted
and reviewed by City Manager. More planning re-
mains before presentation to Council. Arrangements
were made for three interns from the Industrial
Relations program to work next fall in City
preparation for negotiations. Initial visits
with two interns selected so far were May 12.
Work is proceeding in the collection of reference
materials for staff and Council as well as in
data collection for next fall's negotiation
period.
Represented City at a review of PERB's first
two years at IMU on May 11.
2. To administer the current contracts in a
consistent manner.
AFSCME: The Union missed the grievance committee
meeting but progress was made in resolving old
grievances. Selection of arbitrators completed
in every pending grievance for resolution during
summer months.
Materials prepared for distribution to supervisors
offering a standard operating procedure for handling
grievances.
Fire: No new grievances filed.
Police: No new grievances filed.
Administrative Note
Linda Ragland, Civil Rights Specialist, moved from Iowa City effective
May 31, 1977. After extensive interviews a new Specialist was selected.
Sophia Zukrowski will begin work June 13, 1977.
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IOWA CITY, IA. — Brett Halter, 9, he best experiences can be those
is a boy of few words, so when he says . lbs adult considers part of his or
that his friendship with Harry Iwith, daily routine — such as washing
14, is "nice, real nice," Brett Is saying car or walking the dog, she adds.
a mouthful. ..That's what has made the relation -
Brett and Harry were "matched." ship between Brett, son of Karen
That means they became friends Hatter of Iowa City, and Harry Smith,
through the Johnson County a staff member of the University of
Extension Service's "Pals" program Iowa Institute for Public Affairs, so
after it was determined — by filling special.
out forms and undergoing a few inter- 'Harry is an avid outdoorsman and,
views — that the two would probably tm Brett's perspective, the beat
let along quite well. tWhg about.knowing Harry is that "I
Since October, their friendship has to go outside a lot more than I
blossomed even more fully than the to. 1 wasn't able to get out very
promise it portended on paper. much before."
Harry Is Brett's surrogate father,
older brother, ex -officio teacher, best : when Harry and Brett first met,
friend and sounding board rolled into Harry talked with Brett's mother
one. And Brett is Harry's kid brother, . 9but what he hoped to do with Brett.
"only son;' youngest friend and .. says he "spent time at first
sounding board, too. building up her confidence in me.
Harry conlinugc. "1ur me, it's been
one o: the best ant hgppiest things
I've, fiver done. It's something than
can tx done by anyhody, of any age
and any interest because there's going
' to be a kid out there with the same
interests, loo."
Zimmer notes that Smith is a Pals
volunteer who offers Brett more of
his time and interest than is expected
from the average volunteer.
A new volunteer is expected to
make four "personal contacLs" per
month, to be followed up by some
telephone calls and written' corre-
spondence, Zimmer says. A vohinteer
is expected to be involved with the
child for a year.
Qpalifications to be a Pals
volunteer are somewhat subjective,
but within the scope of most people
Harry and Brett go fishing
together, lend a small vegetable
Now It's to the point that I just say interested In helping others: "Convey
patch they put in this spring, hike,
when we expect to be back." warmth, concern and friendship to
"We normally get together evety the child," as well as "display depend.
camp, canoe, hunt fossils, talk about
environmental Issues and learn about
Saturday for four to five hours," says ability, patience and understanding."
each other•
Harry, and often the two are together
for short periods throughout the week Zimmer says there are 16 children
fowell
' Ax Harry, a bachelor, puts bl:
as on the Pals waiting list, of which 15
"Bordaworth's line that the child Is
"Brett has invited me to a couple of are boys and one is a girl. This is the'
We father of the man has been
special events — to his Blue and Cold usual ratio of boys to girls in the
Ilmught home to me by knowing
Cub Scout banquet and to a pine box program, she says.
Bmt..,
derby competition he was in.' "We never have trouble finding
Brett is more succinct: "Harry's
The two shared some time on children, but there is a perpetual
real nice."
special days like Christmas and shortage of male volunteers,"
Brett and Harry's match is one of
Easter and have exchanged little Zimmer notes.
66 made through the Pals program,
P resents Asked if he thinks he and Harry
says Pals director Julie Zimmer. The
"I was sort of worried at the start will continue to be friends when he
program is one of about 10 like It In
If there'd be enough things for us to grows up, Brett was customarily to
Iowa and, although It is similar to the
do," recalls Harry. "The problem now the point: "That's for cure."
Big Brother concept, it Is not affiliat-
gas reversed. It's hard to find time to
ed with that national group.
do all we want to do."
The Idea is to match children from
sWe-parent famllins with adult vo-
lunteers who can help the parents —
usually a working mother — by
spending time each week with the
child.
Zimmer says a program like Pals Is
"ace thing a person can volunteer for
and really make a difference"
because Pals Is a "one -tonne" rela-
l3whip.
It alms to "provide an enriching ex-
platience based on shared activities"
between the adult and the child. A
volunteer doesn't have to "entertaila"
the child, Zimmer notfs. Nor do the
activities the two share have tb be
time-consuming, expensive or
elaborate.
Harry remembers "one glorlous
day last winter when we made angels
in a fresh snowfall. 1 hadn't done that
for years. And then there was a day
we went tramping in the woods to
make a winter bouquet for Brett's
MOM...
Harry says he and Brett have "good
discussions about real basic things.
The sckools are doing a good job
teaching about conservation and
pollution. When Brett seei beer cans
In the lake, he gets real enraged. So
we talk about the economics of why
we have beer cans and whether we
should ban them or not.
"It's really marvelous — the thing
that has benefited both of us is talking
from the perspectives of our ages;"
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Subsidy for taxis
With the end of taxicab service
last week, Ames became the
Icrgest place in Iowa where
people must stay home evenings
and Sunday unless they walk or
have access to a car or bicycle.
The city's bus system runs 12
hours a day, six days a week.
Ames is likely not to be the last
Iowa community to lose its taxis.
Terry Fritz, director of the Iowa
nt
Departmeof Tranlpbrtation
public transit division, said many
of the cab companies in the 65 or
so communities that have taxis
are in poor financial shape.
The Ames Taxi Co. called it
quite when insurance rose to
$1,5oo on each of its four cabs,
and the summer decline In
business dropped ridership to
about one passenger an hour.
The DOT rightly considers taxis
public transit, and state subsidy
funds are available. Fritz said
that,an arrangement may ,be
worked out in Ames with W city
and/or a private operator to
restore evening and Sunday
service.
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A small amount of state money
has been going to the taxi
company in Charles City to keep
it in operation as the only public
transportation in a city of 9,000
and the surrounding rural area.
City and Floyd County officials,
the cab operator and the DOT
worked together on the subsidy,
which may be, viewed as a
precedent for other small cities.
Ideally, where a city of less
than about 100,000 population has
both bus and cab service, the two
should be operated jointly for
better coverage and cost-cutting.
As more taxicab operators find
themselves staring at deficits,
such arrangements probably will
develop, with state stimulus.
Public money has put almost
everyone on wheels — mostly in
private cars — on tax -paid streets
and highways. There- Is an equal
public obligation -to provide
wheels for people unable to use
cars. Taxls,'vam and minibuses
are the belt wpy to do this In
much of Iowa.
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GARBAGE PLANT
MAY BE JUNKED
BALTTMO= MD. (AP) — The
city's $21 million waste disposal
plant, balled as the answer to solid
waste dl nl problems In urban
areas, was shut down Thursday
because It cannot meet state and
federal air pollution standards.
Dr. Neil Solomon, Maryland's
health secretary, denied Baltimore a
permit to operate the experimental
plant, the only one of Its kind in the
country. Be cited extensive pollution
from the facility.
A recent survey showed the trou-
ble -plagued garbage treatment plant,
which uses heal to force rapid decom-
position of ga.•uege, emitted seven
times more pollution than late
clean -air standards allow, according
to the federel Environmental Protea
Uon Agency (EPA).
' We think the city is taking a good
step with the pyrolysis plant,"
Solomon said "list as the pint was
operaft it was violating state and
federal air quality standards and that
The city hs peen warned several
times ibout.dr,pollution from the
plant, althoogh•It'Us been allowed to
operate with temporary permits and
without them.
The facility began operating Ini
January, 1975 hut' has only been used
sporadically because of numerous
breakdowns and the need to install
now or improved equipment. Its
longest continsous run was 25 days.
The plant's potential advantage
over conveWaoal Incineration is that
It redoes garbage to a combustible
gs which can be horned to produce
loam which can be sold to uAWties
for generating electricity.
When the plant operates, it uses the
t110 loos of unprocessed garbage the
city dumps in laodlllls each day, and
slam produced from the decamps
leg garbage Is sold to the Baltimore
tis and Electric Co.
The estimated col of the necessary
pllation control equipment is $51
Mallon.
Francis W. Hutcha, the city public
woks director, said funds for the
equipment would not be available
until at lead November, 1971, the
next Urns voters could be asked to
approve a bond We.
An Independent consultant who
evaluated the plant lut year said the
city would be wise to end the project
and turn It into a conventional Win-
erster to simply bum garbage — at
an estimated cat of 111.4 million.
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WILLIAM L. MEAROON
WILLIAM P. SUEPPEL
ROBERT N. DOWNER
JAMES P.HAYES
JAMES D.MeCARRAGHER
THOMAS J. CILEH
MARK T. HAMER
THOMAS O. HOBART
MARGARET T. LAINSON
Neal Berlin
City Manager
Civic Center
Iowa City, Iowa
Dear Neal:
M EARDON, SUEPPEL, DOWNER & HAYEs
LAWYERS
100 SOUTH LINN STREET
IOWA CITY, IOWA 52240
June 21, 1977
52240
TELEPHONE
338-9222
AREA CODE 319
The people who are raising funds for the National AAU Junior Olympics
in which a group of eight Iowa City young men have been asked to
participate, appreciate the courtesy and consideration given to their request
for financial assistance by the City Council of Iowa City, Iowa.
However, the group believes that it would be in the best interest of all
concerned if the request was withdrawn.
This letter constitutes their withdrawal of their request for financial
assistance for the expenses incurred in the Junior Olympics.
Again, the group would like to express its appreciation for the courtesy and
consideration which this request received.
Very truly yours,
(.tJi�l'.C�cn491��'l%,Il✓ A'�IC///
William F. Sueppel
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regional planning commission
Isabel Turner cro,,m�
2 /2 south ctubuque street, iowa city, iowo 52240 (319) 351.8556 Emil L. Brandt
�Jt1ne 20, 1977
Iow City Council Members
Civic Center
Iowa City, IA 52240
Attention: Mr. Neal Berlin
Dear Council Members:
At the June 15 meeting of the Johnson County Regional'Planning
Commission the Commission reviewed the recommended transportation
plan (ATS #3) of its consultant, de Leuw, Cather and Company for
regional transportation planning in this urban area. The plan
represents a culmination of several years of study, cooperative
planning, and active involvement by local government officials
and citizens throughout the urban area.
At the meeting the Commission also received reports from its
Citizen Advisory Committee on Transportation and its Policy Ad-
visory Committee on the transportation study. (Copies of each
committee report are included.) After considerable discussion
the Commission took the following actions:
The Johnson County Regional Planning Commission accepts
ATS 3 (Areawide Transportation Study -Report #3) from
de Leuw, Cather and Company and expresses appreciation
for work done. However, this does not imply approval of
its recommendations and conclusions.
2. The Johnson County Regional Planning Commission finds
ATS 3 (Areawide Transportation Study -Report #3) techni-
cally sound within the limits of the assumptions on which
the study'was based.
3. The Commission recommends to those of its member govern-
ments which would be affected by the street and highway
construction projects recommended in ATS 3 to take steps
to keep open the option of right-of-way acquisitions
should these construction projects need to be undertaken
at a future date. M
4. The Commission herewith adopts as part of its continuing
work program a transportation planning element aimed at
providing coordinated planning and policy development to
its members along the lines suggested by the Policy Advisory
Committee. (See attached Policy Committee report pp 6-8.)
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.POLICY,CONDIITTEE SUbOfARY STATEMENT ON THE
AREA TRANSPORTATION STUDY
Submitted to the Johnson:County Regional Planning Commission
after revision,of a draft statement by the Committee at a
regularly called meeting on June 7, 1977.
Introduction ^ s . ; ,.; 41
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Work ton the" Area.Transportation Study (ATS) began -in 1971, shortly
after;the.study. design and 'procedure had been agreed upon by the.
Commission.'',The'Study was, originally called for in expectation.
:that -;the 1970 census ,would show that ,Iowa City had obtained a
%ri•,population' of, 501000• and would 'therefore need to comply with
.':,.federal areawide transportation planning requirements in-order
to.be'eligible to 'receive federal funds for street and highway
``''projects.in the'metropolitan area. There was also a felt need
_for;"a:coordinated multi'-modal plan that.would-adequately meet
future ':travel,demands'as'the area continued to grow. '
'TheStudy`as designed,"and now executed, was meant to focus on
anticipated capacity..deficiencies in. travel corridors that are
identifiable as part of the urban area's street and highway net: -
work:, -?'The procedures adopted were not meant to predict where
local :,intersection,problems might develop, nor were they .intended
tofocus on traffic management techniques such as better signali.za-
tionj"'turning'lane'Jmprovements, etc.' Corridor capacityproblems
and:;ways.for meeting them were the principal focus of the Study
from 'the beginning to the end
The '-Study has taken longer than was anticipated for many reasons."
The;.main ones are: ..-,,the. thoroughness with which the metropolitan
area.`land use "plain 'was `.prepared, the delays encountered in the
technical. analysis;"';the enlarged scope of transit planning under
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detailed, review`by.,committees and state agencies, and
key stiff changes of RPC personnel:' A very large effort has been
expended by citizens, local and state officials, consultants and
staff'members,'and a-.great wealth of, information has emerged.
Three';principal'analytic reports, a major transit development
program, and a number of subsidiary papers are now available as
a result of the -Study.. The potential congestion relief which
would be realized from .a wide variety of proposed new streets
and highways can be ascertained-by examination of these reports.
This and other information comprises a large data base for con-
tinuing planning. Most importantly, it provides at least a partial.
basis for fundamental decisions which need to be made concerning
the future urban transportation system in this metropolitan area.
Recommendations to the Commission and implications from the ATS
which the Policy Committee wishes to set 'out for the Commission's
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forecast for 1995, it would be possible to modify the
,plan to reflect changing travel attitudes during the
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_interim period.`,. -It would be desirable, therefore, to
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;,.4evelop demonstration programs designed to determine
If and how attitudes toward transit and other innova-
tive travel solutions might have changed. Such pro-
grams could include increased corridor transit service,
shared -ride programs or subscription bus service; each
:-'—possibly combined with auto disincentives."
Second, to'gain the time. necessary to lay the alternative sola-
tions clearly'..before !the public --alleviation of forecasted con-
gestion through more'efficient use of our existing street and
highway,: investmentto determine- whether, it will be possible
to avoid some -or all''�of'the construction projects which will
::be neves'sary,:if :the public insists that private automobile
usage of the prevailing type must be accommodated in the future
by; building more street and highway facilities.
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This would. in effect be testing the consultant's thesis las quoted
abovep that no.proj-ects need be started in the immediate future,
..-and that the plan.can be modified if changing travel habits do
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1. Assumptions of the Area Transportation Study
a. The planning horizon is the year 1995.
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b/ Transportation planning in the metropolitan area of
Johnson County of necessity must be a cooperative
effort. 'The urban area involves Iowa City, Coralville,
University.Heights, the University of Iowa, and some
unincorporated areas of Johnson County. The Federal
and State governments are also involved where designated
:! '_highways extend into and through the area.
c Population growth to 1995 in the area will be approxi-
pproxi20,000
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1),'University enrollment will remain around 21,000
to 23,'000 throughout the period.
'increasing
2) The health center at UI will attract
numbers of visitors from outside the area.
d. Trip -making characteristics will be as follows
1) .The present rate of growth in automobile usage will
continue --1.9$ annually for,all types of auto trips.`
'(See.ATS 1,, Table, 2; p. 21.)
- ':2) 'The present low occupancy per automobile will con -
tine--l.8,persons per vehicle (ATS 3, p. 31).
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for various types of trips, ranging from 1.094 for
work trips to 1.637 for shopping and other trips;
1.18 is the weighted average used -by the planning
consultant, De Leuw, Cather and Company.)
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The present concentration of traffic the
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:Person"trips by transit will comprise about 3.5% of
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an average day's internal vehicular trips (ATS 1., p. 6).
5) In combination, these assumptions represent a "worst-
case" assumption for 1995; that is, the maximum forsee-
able demand for street and highway capacity. (ATS 1,
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p. 48; re-emphasized by committees who reviewed ATS 1;
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see minutes of Technical/Policy Joint meeting May 28,
1975, and Citizens' Advisory Committee on Transporta-
tion meeting of June 4, 1975 --both are in the Supple-
ment to ATS 10 pp. 2-7 and 2-9).
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e. Street and highway capacities are calculated on the
premise that about 10% of the 24 hour traffic flow
will be present during a peak period.
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Highway (Freeway?) 518 is part of the 1974 Existing
Plus Committed street and highway network (1974 E+C).
..g .'The goals'of the'. transportation plan are:
ATS 3, p 38 1) "to preclude traffic congestion", in other words,
r' " 2) "to maintain smooth, delay -free traffic flow through-
out "the area.'through'1995." (An overstatement,
.actually;: -level of service. C; adopted.for this Study,.
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t� =? i( ~"does,:not: aim for "delay -free" flow, but involves some ? '' ` '-'restrictions 'on the freedom to select a speed, change
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',to fulfill 'the 'requirements of the "3-C" transportation
r'-; ',' planning: process (the three "C's" are "cooperative, !;
tir. comprehensive, and continuing"). F
2 " Review of the Process'to`'Date
a Characteristics of vehicular traffic from a 1964 Origin t.
f=[} sand Destination study were identified.
::b".` These characteristics were used as •a basis for creating
%rYa 1964 simulated traffic flow, which. was tested and adjusted
to fit actual 1964 traffic volumes
�c' .A similar process was employed to create a 1970 simulation
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and, checked against:'actual,. observed 1970 conditions.
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Assumptions "as to 1995 land uses were adopted ps part of r,
the basis for projecting the 1970 traffic analyses to the a
i assumed 1995 urban situation with its fs
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` These assumptions comprise the Land Use Plan for the
Metro olitan Portion of Johnson Count , a o�te —bythe
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e. The result was a 1995 .trip table with minimum transit
usage assumed, about 2,5% of internal person -trips. i.
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f. The land use plan assumptions which are most significant
•for this study are shown i.n ATS 1, Figures 6 and 7:
Figure 6 1) Largest population growth will be in Zone 22, south-
west Iowa City; Zone 19, far -west Coralville; Zones
10 and 11, south/southeast Iowa City, and Zone 8,
south of West Benton Street. These will be large
new trip,generators.
Figure 7 2), The largest growth in employment will occur in Zone
:: 11 (southeast Iowa City), Zone 3 (near southeast
Iowa; City),°Zones 18-19;'Coralville, Zone 15; (north -
side Iowa City near I-80), and Zones 1 and 7 (Iowa
City CBD ;.and..west'campus)...,.The se will be the signi-. .
i s'ficant.'t attracters.
Comment: These trip -generating factors are in general still valid
;for the current..Iowa.City comprehensive planning process,
although the longer time -horizon now being considered
•(the year 2030) will ultimately require a reassessment
of travel origins and destinations.
g The forecasted'1995 trips'were "loaded" onto the'1974
Existing and Committee street and highway network (1974
E+C) in computer simulation; three other E+C variants
were also. tested.: - a
h...:_The•results are stated in ATS 1 and show that:
1) If 1995 traffic comes about as assumed, and
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2) If only the E+C network exists, then,
„3) Several corridors would be unable to accommodate
such vehicular traffic volumes (see ATS 1,11). 49). a
ATS 2' i`" Several networks 'incorporating new streets and highways '}
reports ,iit;were hypothesized and tested by;computer simulation to
these ,-,analyze the results these changes in the network would 3
experiments produce in,.traffic flow, compared to presumed capacities. f
j.' The possibility of non -construction solutions was also
:..,explored --increased transit ,usage was the key element {
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pposite solutions were then selected and �
`. evaluated by DeLeuw,Cather; the results are in.ATS 3; ;;' '}•.
this report contains:
`1) A specific set of street and highway construction
projects designed to accommodate the major part of .J
forecast 1995 traffic levels. These projects are §
not recommended for immediate implementation; (ATS 3, S
p•. 62) the recommendations are a framework for TUTture
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2) The consultant's' judgement thattransitimprovements'
'alone cannot adequately relieve all presumed deficiencies
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3) The consultant's analysis of the effects of combining
selected portions of new construction projects such
as the West Campus Bypass with an attainable level
...,of transit diversion. However, since corridors
" such as Highway 1 West and North Dubuque Street would
not be adequately relieved through transit improvement,
it was concluded that most of the capital -intensive
;'projects needed for an auto -dominant 1995 situation
ishould be planned.
3.. Conclusions and Recommendations0 77
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_'....The foregoing review of `the 'process `in the ATS makes it clear
?.'that.:.the-assumptions?built into the study were the key influences
•in determining the',conclusion,. which is,.,in brief:
Ii' 'automobile'nsage continues to increase, congestion
'problems'will•'become noticeably worse unless an enlarged
network of streets and highways is provided.
Decisions on how and when to implement the various portions of the
recommended plan contained in ,ATS 3,.therefore, may be the next
order''of,:business`for'.the.affecte jurisdictions, including state
and national departments of transportation.
The"Policy`Comm ittee therefore recommends to the Commission and
its'involved.member governments, that the results, of the Area
Transportation Study as reported in Reports 1, 2 and 3 be accepted
as technically sound within the limits of the assumptions on
which the Study was based. A computer simulation test of the
effects of building the projects in ATS 3 shows that projected
..congestion problems: would be alleviateT on most segments of
Riverside Drive and the 'Highway 6-218 corridor through Coral-
'ville,;as well as in most other corridors in the study area.
In keeping with these findings, the Committee 'further recommends
that the Regional;, Planning .Commission. should ask the member govern-
ments. involved
overn-ments.;involved to"take,the 'steps necessary to protect corridors
where;;new;right-of-way may be needed, as identified in ATS 3, so that
these` corridors will be available if construction solutions are
undertaken in the future.'
4. Additional Findings and Implications
It should be noted that the foregoing recommendatiogs are based
on the conventional approach to transportation planning which
was adopted when the ATS began. Before actual steps are taken
to implement any capital -intensive solutions, policy making
governmental units should consider very carefully whether or not
they wish to accept the fundamental premise of this planning pro-
cess, which is to provide street and highway facilities to accom-
modate the demands of travel characterized by low occupancy private
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vehicles causing congestion during relatively brief peak periods.
An alternative strategy --a fundamental policy decision, not a
technical problem --is to examine the accommodationist policy
to see whether the benefits of this policy are large enough to
justify its economic, social, and environmental costs. {Ve
believe that in light of changing economic and socia]. considera-
tion, -such an alternative strategy should in fact be pursued.
The Policy Committee therefore recommends that the Regional Planning
Commission continue to provide an ongoing transportation planning
and coordinating structure and staff to assist all jurisdictions--
local;.state,',and'federal--in addressing transportation needs
and policies." This,function should embody a committee structure
'of a.'form to:be determined,'. and should meet the requirements
for'continued planning in metropolitan areas as contained in
federal regulations and statutes.
=1)'- This planning and coordinatingstructure will be"avail-
able to:
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- perform technical'"studies'"such as monitoring of
traffic characteristics, effects of more staggering
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experiments and improvements:.
- report to -member governments new approaches traffic
congestion relief as they become known.
- assist in carrying out a program to increase citizen
awareness of the significant issues in transportation
system choices. This would be done in coordination
with transportation officials at local, state, and
federal levels."
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'2) The basic planning strategy will be short-range in order '
to obtain a flexible approach to transportation system
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during the next decades which may be a time of unprecedented
:-•`:change in energy availability' and allocation of societal
resources:"
With these considerations in view, the Committee concludes that
-the solutions to forecasted 1995 vehicular congestion contained '
in ATS 3 should not be regarded as the only approach to avoiding
forecasted 1995 congestion problems, for two reasons:
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First, this would be consistent with the consultant's recommenda—
tions as stated in ATS 3, p. 62:
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"Because the improvements called for under the recommended
plan will be needed only when traffic approaches the levels';.
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consideration are found near the end of this summary. Preceding
these recommendations is an outline review of the assumptions,
process and methods used in carrying out the Study. Page references
to specific volumes of ATS reports are given for those who wish
to re -check some of the items in greater detail, using the short
forms ATS 1, ATS 2, and ATS 3 to refer to the Area Transportation
Study reports wFi'ch theCommission has published since 1975.
'The Policy`Committee notes that during the time this Study has
..:been in process, uncertainties have developed about the nation's
energy resource s,''the effects of technology on the environment,'
'tiand.the overalleconomy of the nation. It is possible that people's
;';:':attitudes have changed or are'changing, and that a transportation
'plansstarted-now. might be'.based on different assumptions. It -
= 'might"also:>have a`greater'emphasis on short-term plans and greater
flexibility in method. In view -of these developments, the sum-
mary 'concludes by. suggesting -some directions for future,transporta-
tion planning -in -the metropolitan area.. -
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MINUTES
Citizens* Advisory Committee on Transportation
Isobel T.rrer
Emil LBrorrfl
Wednesday, May 4, 1977
7:30 p.m.. yr+
Room B,_Recreation'Center
Iowa City; IA 52240
blEbiBERS PRESENT Ji`m Harris,-' Isabel .Turner, John O'Mara
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John'Morrissey,'Charles Read, Patt Cain;
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STAFF:`PRESENT;L EniltiBrand�, Jim Narveson, Don Schaefer
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1) Review and Discussion of ATS Report Number 3 Y
::James Harris opened -the meeting-ivith a'discussion'o£ the energy
situation and its.relaiionship',to the area transpor.ati.on''studV
Harris. -and Mr.'.Schaefer:'discussed''the methodology and future
direction of the transportation. planning -process. Mr..Brandt '
.related;
,some the ;comments andi'discussi'op of the other-:transgei
tation'commi-ttees related to.the ATS report. Di.scussi.on centored
17 around .the lows Departmentof. Transportation's (IDOT) stipulationof requiring'an approved:tiansportation;plan as a basis for state
and federal funding for chlor capital improvements
Mr Read commented that it was necessary to,obtain the'Universityls
input into the transportation study regarding the allocation of land
for construction of the .West Campus Bypass 1„:.•
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Dis,russionthen,centered 'around;the extent to which the auto -dominant
i••`planaddressed the traffic congestion'problem,•,. Jim Narveson
;°}'.noted ,the extent to thich traffic deficiencies 'would be elxninated
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1�v att Cain addressed the t.ssueof approving” versus'"accepting the
ATS Report Number 3, noting an approved plan should be. forth
u:olning .
from :the planning process.: Isabel -Turner ;related the original f
.' concept 'df the study desi;n:'",John Morrissey'suggested,that a
fourth report evolve from the;"ATS study developed by the JCRPC
staff, emphasizing,.transit improvements.;,',.Patt Cain added that
"the time, frame of the ATS' Report'Number'':should be staged rela �'•''
"dive to, the development of the Iowa City Comprehensive Plan.
Charles Read also discussed the approval of AT5 Report Number
eommcnting that it still needed University approval. Mr. Read
also noted that
consideration.`in the plan should be provided for
those people without automobiles.
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1) Review and Discussion of ATS Report Number 3 Y
::James Harris opened -the meeting-ivith a'discussion'o£ the energy
situation and its.relaiionship',to the area transpor.ati.on''studV
Harris. -and Mr.'.Schaefer:'discussed''the methodology and future
direction of the transportation. planning -process. Mr..Brandt '
.related;
,some the ;comments andi'discussi'op of the other-:transgei
tation'commi-ttees related to.the ATS report. Di.scussi.on centored
17 around .the lows Departmentof. Transportation's (IDOT) stipulationof requiring'an approved:tiansportation;plan as a basis for state
and federal funding for chlor capital improvements
Mr Read commented that it was necessary to,obtain the'Universityls
input into the transportation study regarding the allocation of land
for construction of the .West Campus Bypass 1„:.•
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Dis,russionthen,centered 'around;the extent to which the auto -dominant
i••`planaddressed the traffic congestion'problem,•,. Jim Narveson
;°}'.noted ,the extent to thich traffic deficiencies 'would be elxninated
'�I r,
1�v att Cain addressed the t.ssueof approving” versus'"accepting the
ATS Report Number 3, noting an approved plan should be. forth
u:olning .
from :the planning process.: Isabel -Turner ;related the original f
.' concept 'df the study desi;n:'",John Morrissey'suggested,that a
fourth report evolve from the;"ATS study developed by the JCRPC
staff, emphasizing,.transit improvements.;,',.Patt Cain added that
"the time, frame of the ATS' Report'Number'':should be staged rela �'•''
"dive to, the development of the Iowa City Comprehensive Plan.
Charles Read also discussed the approval of AT5 Report Number
eommcnting that it still needed University approval. Mr. Read
also noted that
consideration.`in the plan should be provided for
those people without automobiles.
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Ken Dueker commented,t traffic congestion noonly impedes
auto traffic, but trailSit as well.
After discussion on various topics, a motion was made by John
.Morrissey and seconded.by Charles Read:
(b!) a) Thatthe CACT accept Report Number 3 by De Leuw, Cather and
Company; ;.
b) The CACT feels that the` recommendations are inappropriate
to the;. transportation needs of Iowa City, that the recommended
'.plan,in_Repori Number,3 is fundamentally an auto -dominant
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t plan. ''Attention, is directed, to the.February 25, 1977 memo
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