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AUGUST 2, 1977
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Iowa CiLy Council, reg. mlrl., 8/L/77, :_30
P.M., at the Civic Center. Councilmembers present:
Balmer, Neuhauser, Perret, Selzer, Vevera.
Absent: deProsse, Foster. Mayor Neuhauser presiding.
Ann Shires appeared supporting purchase for
addition to Hickory Hill Park. Moved by Selzer,
seconded by Perret to receive and file her statement.
Motion carried unanimously.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Vevera, that the
following items and recomms. in the Consent Calendar
be approved and/or adopted as presented:
Approval of off. actions of reg. Council
mtg. of 7/12/77, subj. to correction, as
recomm. by City Clerk.
Minutes of Bds. & Comms.: Parks & Rec.
Comm. -7/13/77; Bd. of Adjust. -7/13/77; Compre-
hensive Plan Coord. Conn. -7/14/77; P&Z
Comm. -7/21/77.
Permit Res., Res. Bk. 41, as recomm. by
City Clerk: Res. N77-272, p. 603, Approving
Class C Beer Permit application & Res. N77-
273, p. 604, Approving Class C Beer Permit
Sunday Sales for Discount Dan's Shell, 933 S.
Clinton. Res. N77-274, p. 605, Approving
Class C Beer Permit application and Res. #77-
275, p. 606, Approving Class C Beer Permit
Sunday Sales for A&V Pizza Villa, 431 Kirkwood
Ave Res N77-276 p 607 Approving Class C
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Reer Parmit Simdav Sales for Randall's Discount
Foods, 1857 Lower Muscatine. Res. N77-277,
p. 608, Approving Class C Beer Permit Sunday
Sales for Sav-Mor Deep Rock Stationstore,
1104 S. Gilbert St.Res. H77-278, p. 609,
Approving Class C Beer Permit Sunday Sales
for Hy -Vee Food Store N1, 227 Kirkwood Ave.
.Correspondence: Bruce Glasgow, Plum Grove
Acres, Inc., re final plats of Court Hill/Scott
Blvd. Adds. #5 & N6, referred to City Mgr.
Memo from City Mgr. re Mt. Prospect Add., Pt.
IV.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, deProsse
& Foster absent.
Moved by Selzer, seconded by Balmer, to write
a letter to the Dept. of Transp. advising that
Council approves of the vacation of Hollywood Blvd.
from Gilbert St. east to the eastern edge of the
property line of A.E. Greb. Motion carried, 4/1,
with Perret voting "no" and deProsse & Foster
absent.
Moved by Selzer, seconded by Perret, that ORD.
H77-2850, Ord. Bk. 12, pp. 142-144, AMENDING
ZONING ORD. 2238 BY CHANGING THE USE REGULATIONS
OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM R1A & R3B TO R1B AND R3A
ZONES (Court Hill/Scott Blvd., Pt. 5) be passed
and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
5/0, deProsse & Foster absent.
N77-2851, Ord. Bk. 12, pp. 145-148, PROVIDING FOR
THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE
PROCEDURE FOR THE ENFORCEMENT OF VARIOUS MUN. ORD.
be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 5/0, deProsse & Foster absent.
Moved by L�ai,mer, seconded by Selzer, to adopt
RES. #77-279, Res. Bk. 41, pp. 610-611, TO APPROVE
THE FINAL PLAT OF COURT HILL/SCOTT BLVD. PT. V as
reronm. by the P&Z Comm. Affirmative roll call
vote_ unanimous, 5/0, deProsse & Foster absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perrot, to adopt
RES. #77480, Res. Dk. 41, pp. 612-613, TO APPROVE
THE FINAL PLAT OF COURT IIILL/SCOTT BLVD. PT. VI,
as recomu. by the P&Z Comm. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 5/0, deProsse & Foster absent.
Mayor Neuhauser announced there is a vacancy
for an unexpired term ending 1/1/79 on the Resources
Conserv. Como. with appointment to be made on
9/6/77.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer, to direct
the urban renewal consultants and architects to
proceed with plans for the Dubuque/College Pedestrian
Mall as specified in the contract, incorporating
decisions as discussed at the informal mtg. on
8/2/77. Robt. Welsh appeared with several suggestions
and questions regarding design and procedure.
Consultant Don Zuchelli replied. The legal dept.
is investigating the feasibility of establishing a
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Maintenance Dist. There was not a consensus by
Council to make any change in the plan. Previous
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motion carried unanimously, 5/0, deProsse and
Foster absent.
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City Mgr. Berlin advised that no bids were
received on the 4.Stormwater Projects. The proj.
will be readvertised. He presented a memo cone.
taxicab subsidy. He will present an amendment to
the new taxicab ord. next week which will allow a
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certificate of convenience and necessity to be
issued, and will ask for 3 readings of the Ord. at
that time. Opal Allen appeared.
Asst. Atty. Bowlin noted that legal questions
on the ORD. AMENDING CHAP. 8.10, ZONING ORD., OF
THE MUN. CODE BY ADDING DEFINITIONS FOR A RESTAURANT,
A DRIVE-IN OR CARRY -OUT RESTAURANT, AND A STACK -
SPACE, BY AMENDING & ADDING SPACE REQUIREMENTS FOR
SEVERAL TYPES OF BUSINESSES, had been taken care
of. Moved by Selzer, seconded by Perret that the
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above ord, be considered and given first vote for
passage. Robt. Welsh appeared concerning previous
exception for non -conforming bldgs. in existence
before 1962, not in the new ord. After discussion,
Council asked that the City Attorney look into
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this portion of the ord. and give them an interpre-
tation. The previous motion was withdrawn, and it
was moved by Selzer, seconded by Perret, to defer
the ord. for 1 week. Motion carried unanimously.
Irvin Pfab & Sr. Planner Schmeiser appeared.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer, that ORD.
N77-2851, Ord. Bk. 12, pp. 145-148, PROVIDING FOR
THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE
PROCEDURE FOR THE ENFORCEMENT OF VARIOUS MUN. ORD.
be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 5/0, deProsse & Foster absent.
Moved by Selzer, seconded by Vevera, that the
ORD. AMENDING THE ZONING ORD. #2238 BY CHANGING
THE USE REGS. OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM R1A TO RIB
ZONE (Pepperwood Add.) be considered and given 2nd
vote for passage. Motion carried, 5/0, deProsse &
Foster absent. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
5/0, deProsse & Foster absent.
After discussion of providing access from the
development onto Sand Rd., it was moved by Perret,
seconded by Balmer, to defer the RES. ACCEPTING
PREL. PLAT OF HULL'S COUNTRY ESTATES ADD. Motion
carried, 4/1, Selzer voting "no" & deProsse &
Foster absent. Sr. Planner Don Schmeiser, Atty.
Allan Bohanan, & Earl Hull appeared.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Balmer, to adopt
RES. #77-281, Res. Bk. 41, pp. 614-615, AUTHORIZING
MAYOR TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CHICAGO, ROCK
ISLAND, & PACIFIC RAILROAD CO for a dry bottom storm -
water storage area. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 5/0, deProsse & Faster absent.
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Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to adopt
RES. #77-282, Res. Bk. 41, p. 616, APPROVING
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, AND
ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE
PROJS. IN THE ARCHITECTURAL BARRIERS CONTRACT.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, deProsse
& Foster absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to adopt
RES. #77-283, Res. 8k. 41, p. 617, ESTABLISHING
FEES & STANDS FOR TAXICABS IN IOWA CITY, IOWA, AND
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REPEALING RES. #877. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 5/0, deProsse & Foster absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret, to adopt
RES. #77-284, Res. Bk. 41, p. 618, ESTABLISHING
FAIR REUSE VALUE OF CERTAIN URBAN RENEWAL PROPERTY
for Parcel 82-1a (College Block Bldg.). Affirmative
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roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, deProsse & Foster
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absent.
Moved by Selzer, seconded by Balmer, to adjourn
the mtg. Motion carried, 5/0. (9:15 P.M.).
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Amore complete description of Council activities
is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
s/MARY C. NEUHAUSER, MAYOR
s/ BRIE STOL^�ITY CLERK 8/16/7p7
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MIOS OF OFFICIAL ACTIONS OF COUN•
JULY 12, 1977
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Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 7 77, 7:30 P.M.
at Civic Center. Councilmembers present: Balmer,
deProsse, Foster, Neuhauser, Selzer, Vevera, Perret,
(7:39 PM). Mayor Neuhauser presiding.
Rachel Matteson expressed appreciation on behalf
of Free Environment for postposing sale of Black-
hawk Mini-Park. Merrell Johnson appeared objecting
to delection of a portion of the Muscatine Ave.
Impr. Proj. sewer. Edna Booker, 2711 Muscatine also
objected. After discussion, it was determined that
a change order could be implemented to include the
sewer if arrangements were made by property owners
to pay for its total cost.
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Corrine Suter requested reopening the subject of
acquisition of Hayek property for Happy Hollow Park.
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A.J. & Ed Soucek, 801 Brown, also appeared. After
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discussion, Council decided to hold an Executive
Session with Atty. Meardon to discuss negotiation
strategy. Moved by Selzer, seconded by Perret that
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material from Suter and Marsha Linder be received &
filed. Motion carried, 7/0.
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Al Logge appeared regarding whether or not the
City had a Noise Ord. or Air & Water Pollution Ord.
Previous actions were explained.
.Chuck Denniger, Resources Conservation Conn. re-
ported that Iowa City's water supply had been invest-
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igated,&.there was no reason for alarm at the present
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time. He explained H:R.6831 & asked for Council
"support. Tour by RCC members thru John Deere Plant
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in Dubuque 're metal separation from solid waste was
reported on. Foster commended the RCC for the excel-
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Deputy City Clerk Brei asked that the following
corrections be made to the Consent Calendar: Item
3a, change date of mtg. to 6/28/77 and add to the
1st paragraph that Councilman Selzer was present,
also add Adjourned Council Mtg. of 6/28/77; and
Item 3d(1) should be a Res. directing Clerk to
republish notice to bidders for 4 (instead of 5)
stormwater projs. and the bid security should be
$8,000 instead of $9,000. Selzer asked that the
City staff begin to require bid bonds rather than
bid securities. There were no objections. Moved
by Foster, seconded by Perret, that the following
items & recomms. in the Consent Calendar be approved
and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of official actions, reg. Council
mtg. of 6/28/77, and adjourned Council mtg.
of 6/28/77, subj, to correction, as recomn.
by City Clerk.
Minutes of Bds. & Comms.: Civil Serv.
Comm. -6/28/77; Housing Bd. of Appeals -6/14/77;
Library Bd. of Trustees -5/18/77 & 6/23/77;
Comprehensive Plan Coord. Comm. -6/23/77.
Permit Res., Res. Bk. 41, as recomn. by
City Clerk; Res. #77-245, p. 551, Approving
Class C Liquor License Application for Tuck's
--Place, 210 N. Linn. Res. #77-246, p. 552,
Approving Class C Beer Permit Application for
Johnls.Grocery, 401 E. Market. Res. #77-247,
p. 553,.Approving Class C Beer Permit Appli-
cation for Osco Drug, Inc., 120 E. College.
Re r.;#77-248, p. 554, Approving Cigarette
Permits.
Res. #77-249, Res. Bk. 41, pp. 554-555,
Directing City Clerk to Republish Notice to
Bidders & Fixing Time & Place for Receipt of
Bids for 4 Stormwater Projs. in City.
Motions setting public hearings,for 7/26/77,
7:30 P.M., Civic Center: Ords. Adopting
Uniform Bldg. Code, Uniform Code for Abate-
ment of Dangerous Bldgs., 1976 Ed. of Uniform
Plumbing Code, 1976 Ed. of Uniform Mechanical
Code, 1975 Ed. of Nat]. Elec. Code, 1976 Ed.
of Uniform Fire Code.
Correspondence: Carl Orgren, re: JCRPC's
Area Transp. Study; Marilyn Nickelsburg,
Friends of Children's Museum, re financial
aid for FY79; Jay Honohan, re Los Angeles
Co.'s proposed ord.; referred to City Mgr.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. Mayor Neuhuaser officially
announced the above public hearings. She also
announced a vacancy for 1 unexpired term ending
1/1/80 on the Human Rights Comm, with appointment
scheduled for 8/16/77.
Balmer made a statement conc. Council's decision
to delay marketing of the Blackhawk Mini -Park and
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strayiaway from objectives of the URenewal
Plan. Te asked Councilmembers not to a ow future
deviation. Mayor Neuhauser reported on the status
of the State granting title to Iowa City for
streets & alleys located in Urban Renewal Area.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to adopt
RES. #77-250, Res. Bk. 41, p. 556, AUTHORIZING &
DIRECTING SOLICITATION OF OFFERS TO PURCHASE LAND
FOR PRIVATE REDEV. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Foster moved to reconsider the preceding roll call
vote. deProsse moved to table Foster's motion to
reconsider. Foster called for question. Roll
call on motion to table: Ayes: Neuhauser, Perret,
deProsse, Foster. Nays: Selzer, Vevera, Balmer.
Motion carried, 4/3. Council noted that this
action & vote are in no way to be construed as a
measure to prevent the resale of Blackhawk Mini-
Park.
Mayor Neuhauser requested there be no formal
Council mtg. on 7/19/77. There were no objections.
Perret indicated he would submit a written report
on the Conference on Affirmative Public Policy.
City Mgr. Berlin informed Council that arrangements
had been made to temporarily install stop signs at
the intersection of 1st Ave. & Wayne St. He
further advised of 3 items deleted from the Agenda.
Parks & Rec. Dir. Showalter presented and
explained the Mercer Park Ball Diamond Lighting
plans which are estimated to cost $52,500. Public
hearing opened, no one appeared.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, that
ORD. PROVIDING FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF UNIFORM
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE FOR ENFORCEMENT OF VARIOUS
MUN. ORDS..BE considered and given 1st vote for
passage. -Motion carried, 7/0. Roll call: Ayes:
Perret, Neuhauser, Balmer, deProsse, Foster.
Nays: Selzer, Vevera. 1st consideration given,
5/2.
Moved by Perret, seconded by deProsse, that
ORD. #77-2846, Ord. Bk. 11, pp. 133-134, AMENDING
SOLID WASTE ORD. TO PROVIDE THAT COUNCIL, BY RES.,
MAY ESTABLISH FEES FOR STORAGE, COLLECTION, TRANSP.,
PROCESSING & DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE, & AMENDING
ORD. #2790, SEC. VI, BY ADDING NEW SUBSEC. THERETO
be passed.& adopted. Roll call: Ayes: deProsse,
Foster, Neuhauser, Perret. Nays: Selzer, Vevera.
Ord. adopted, 4/3.
Moved by Perret, seconded by deProsse, to adopt
RES. #77-251, Res. Bk. 41, p. 557, ESTABLISHING
FEES FOR DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE AT I.C. SANITARY
LANDFILL. Roll call: Ayes: deProsse, Foster,
Neuhauser, Perret. Nays: Vevera, Balmer, Selzer.
Res. adopted, 4/3.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Foster,. that
ORD. #77-2847, Ord. Bk. 11, p. 135, FOR THE VACATION
OF A PORTION OF VIRGINIA DR. LOCATED BETWEEN
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN RD. & OAKLAWN AVE. be passed &
adopted. Roll call: Ayes: Balmer, deProsse,
Foster, Selzer. Nays: Neuhuaser, Perret, Vevera.
Ord. adopted, 4/3.
Move* deProsse, seconded by Fosteroat ORD,
REGULATING THE OPENING & EXCAVATING OF PUBLIC PLACES:
REQUIRING A PERMIT & PAYMENT OF A PERFORMANCE DEPOS-
IT: IMPOSING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROTECTION OF LIFE
& PROPERTY IN CONNECTION WITH EXCAVATING WORK., IN-
CLUDING TRAFFIC & PEDESTRIAN SAFEGUARDS:.REGULATING
THE BACKFILLING & RESURFACING OF EXCAVATIONS: &
PRESCRIBING PENALITIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF THESE PRO-
VISIONS be considered & given 2nd vote for passage.
Motion carried, 7/0. Roll call: Ayes: deProsse,
Foster, Neuhauser, Perret, Selzer, Vevera, Balmer.
Second consideration given, 7/0.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Foster, that the
ORD. VACATING PART OF PARSONS AVE. IN IOWA CITY, IA,
NEAR WILLIAM WHITE BLVD. IN WASHINGTON ST. PLACE be
considered & given 2nd vote for passage. Motion
carried, 6/1, Vevera voting "no." Roll call: Ayes:
Foster, Neuhauser, Perret, Selzer, Balmer, deProsse.
Nays: Vevera. Second consideration given, 6/1.
Moved by Foster, seconded by Vevera, to adopt
the RES. ESTABLISHING FEES & CHARGES FOR THE USE
OF MUN. TENNIS COURTS. Roll call: Ayes: Vevera,
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Foster. Nays: Neuhauser, Perret, Selzer, Balmer.
Abstain: deProsse. Res. failed, 2/4/1.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to
adopt RES. #77-252, Res. Bk. 41, pp. 558-560, AUTH-
ORIZING MAYOR TO.EXECUTE & CITY CLERK TO CERTIFY
AN AGREEMENT WITH UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS. Roll call: "
Ayes: Perret, deProsse, Foster, Neuhauser. Nays:
Selzer, Vevera, Balmer. Res. adopted, 4/3.
Moved by.deProsse, seconded by Balmer, to adopt
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RES. #77-253, Res. Bk. 41, p. 561, ACCEPTING WORK
ON WASHINGTON ST. AMENITIES PROJ. as completed by
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O'Brien Elec. Co. Roll call: Ayes: Selzer,
-Balmer; deProsse, Foster, Neuhauser, Perret.
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Nays: -Vevera. Res. adopted, 6/1.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to adopt
RES. #77-254, Res. Bk. 41, pp. 562-577, AUTHORIZING
& PROVIDING FOR ISSUANCE OF $3,015,000 GEN. OBLI-
GATION BONDS & LEVYING A TAX TO PAY SAID BONDS.
Affirmative: roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Foster, to adopt
RES. #77-255, Res. Bk. 41, p. 578, AWARDING CONTRACT
FOR COLLEGE/DUBUQUE MALL SANITARY & STORM SEWER
PROJ. to Dave Schmitt Constr. Co., Cedar Rapids,
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Ia. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. -
Moved by Foster, seconded by Perret, to adjourn
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the mtg. Motion carried, 7/0. (10:05 P.M.)
A more complete description of Council activities
is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
s/MARY C. NEUHAUSER, MAYOR
s/ABBIE STOLFUS, CITY CLERK. 7/26/77
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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
JULY 12, 1977
7:30 P.M.
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 7/12/77, 7:30 P.M., at the Civic Center.
Councilmembers present: Balmer, deProsse, Foster, Neuhauser, Selzer,
Vevera, Perret (7:39 P.M.). Absent: None. Staffinembers present: City
Mgr. Berlin, Deputy City Clerk Brei, Asst. City Atty. Kushnir, Parks &
Rec. Dir. Showalter. Mayor Neuhauser presiding.
Rachel Matteson, 924 E. Washington, expressed appreciation on behalf
of Free Environment for postponing the sale of the Blackhawk Mini -Park.
Merrell Johnson, who owns property on Muscatine Ave., appeared concerning
the deletion of the installation of sanitary sewer from the Muscatine
Ave. Improvement Proj. City Mgr. Berlin explained that the sewer was
deleted by Council at the public hearing due to the fact that it is
against City policy to finance a prof. which would benefit so few citizens.
Johnson volunteered to place $10,000 of the $16,000 estimated cost of
sewer installation into escrow in order to have it done. Edna Booker,
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who owns property at 2711 Muscatine, appeared and stated she had been
required to hook on to the City's sewer system by the Johnson Co. Bd. of
- Health. She also asked that the sewer plans be made a part of the proj.
again. Several Councilmembers objected to providing it because of the
sewer capacity in that area. After further discussion, it was determined
that a change order could be implemented to include the sewer plans if
arrangements were made by property owners to pay for its total cost.
Corrine Suter, 609 Brown, appeared and requested the City to reopen
the subject of acquisition of the Hayek property for Happy Hollow Park.
She presented a packet of material included in a Community Redev. file.
She was unhappy as to how the City's Special Atty. was handling the
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matter and asked that the City have the property appraised at its present
zoning. Ed Soucek and A.J. Soucek, 801 Brown, also appeared. After
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further discussion, Council decided to hold an Executive Session with
Atty.'Meardon to discuss negotiation strategy. Moved by Selzer, seconded
by.Perret, to receive and file material presented by Suter and the
letter from Marsha Linder, 830 Ronalds, re Hayek property. Motion
carried, 7/0.
Al Logge appeared regarding whether or not the City had a Noise Ord.
Air and Water Pollution Ord. deProsse explained the City's attempt to
design a Noise Ord. several years ago and the problems that had occurred
which proved it to be.unenforceable and unconstitutional. In reference
to an Air & Water Pollution Ord., the City does not have one because it
is regulated by State and Federal law.
Chuck Denniger, Resources Conserv. Comm. reported on their findings
cont. water conserv. He indicated that Iowa Citians should be notified
that the water supply has been investigated and that there is no reason
for alarm at the present time due to the fact that citizens are practicing
voluntary conserv. measures. He also informed Council there is a bill
(H.R. 6831) which is being considered by the Interstate & Foreign Commerce
Comm. cont. the Natl. Energy Plan. It proposes grants of money for
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public & non-profit schools & health care facilities for energy audits,
technical assistance, and energy conserv. measures. Congresswoman
Barbara McClusky is proposing an addendum to qualify buildings owned by
units of local government including counties, municipalities, & townships.
He urged Council to strongly support the bill. Denniger reported on the
tour he and several other members of the RCC took to the John Deere
Plant in Dubuque re metal separation from solid waste. Foster commended
the RCC for the excellent job they have done since their existence.
Deputy City Clerk Brei asked that the following corrections be made
to the Consent Calendar: Item 3a, change date of mtg. to 6/28/77 and
add to the 1st paragraph that Councilman Selzer was present, also add
Adjourned Council Mtg. of 6/28/77; and Item 3d(1) should be a Res.
directing Clerk to republish notice to bidders for 4 (instead of 5)
stormwater projs. and the bid security should be $8,000 instead of
$9,000. Selzer asked that the City staff begin to require bid bonds
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rather than bid securities. There were no objections. He also indicated
he had several reservations cont. adoption of some of the Uniform Codes,
and he was advised to speak to Asst. City Atty. Ryan. Mayor Neuhauser
commented on the ability of a tenant to deduct real estate taxes allocable
to their apts. as proposed by an Ord. in Los Angeles Co. Moved by
Foster, seconded by Perret, that the following items & recommsin the
....Consent Calendar be approved and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of official actions, reg. Council mtg. of 6/28/77, and
adjourned Council mtg. of.6/28/77, subj. to correction, as recomm.
by City Clerk.
Minutes of Bds..& Comms.: Civil Serv. Comm. -6/28/77; Housing Bd.
of Appeals -6/14/77; Library Bd. of Trustees -5/18/77 & 6/23/77;
Comprehensive Plan Coord. Comm. -6/23/77.
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Permit Res., Res. Bk. 41, as recomm. by City Clerk; Res. N77-245,
P. 551, Approving Class C Liquor License Application for Tuck's
Place, 210, N. Linn. Res. N77-246, p. 552, Approving Class C Beer
Permit Application for John's Grocery, 401 E. Market. Res. N77-
247, p. 553, Approving Class C Beer Permit Application for Osco
Drug, Inc., 120E College. Res. N17-248, p. 554, Approving Cigarette
Permits.
Res. N77-249, Res. Bk. 41, p. 555, Directing City Clerk to
Republish Notice to Bidders & Fixing Time & Place for Receipt of
Bids for 4 Stormwater Projs. in City.
Motions setting public hearings for 7/26/77, 7:30 P.M., Civic
Center: Ords. Adopting Uniform Bldg. Code, Uniform Code for Abate-
ment of Dangerous Bldgs., 1976 Ed. of Uniform Plumbing Code, 1976
Ed. of Uniform Mechanical Code, 1975 Ed. of Natl. Elec. Code, 1976
.Ed. of Uniform Fire Code.
Correspondence: Carl Orgren, re: JCRPC's Area Transp. Study;
Marilyn Nickelsburg, Friends of Children's Museum,.re financial aid
for FY79; Jay Honohan, re Los Angeles Co.'s proposed ord.; referred
to City Mgr.
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Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Mayor Neuhauser officially announced the above public hearings. She
also announced a vacancy for 1 unexpired term ending 1/1/80 on the Human
Rights Comm, with appointment scheduled for 8/16/77.
Balmer made a statement cont. Council's decision to delay marketing
of the Blackhawk Mini -Park and straying away from objectives of the
Urban Renewal Plan. He pointed out that such actions create doubts in
citizens and potential developers as to Council's ability to follow
through with the Plan. He asked Councilmembers not to allow future
deviation. Mayor Neuhauser indicated the State of Iowa had agreed to
give clear title to Iowa City for streets & alleys located in Urban
Renewal Area for consideration of $1 each and possibly old paving brick
(to renovate Terrace Hill).
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. N77-250, Res.
Bk. 41, p. 556, AUTHORIZING & DIRECTING SOLICITATION OF OFFERS TO PURCHASE
LAND FOR PRIVATE REDEV. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. Foster moved to reconsider the preceding roll
call vote. deProsse moved to table Foster's motion to reconsider.
Foster called for question. Roll call on motion to table: Ayes:
Neuhauser, Perret, deProsse, Foster. Nays: Selzer, Vevera, Balmer.
Motion carried, 4/3. No second was required for the motion to reconsider
&'table'. The purpose was to reinforce Council's vote so that in order
to reconsider the Res. in the future, it would require an extra -ordinary
majority vote. Council noted that this action & vote are in no way to
be construed as a measure to prevent the resale of Blackhawk Mini -Park.
Mayor Neuhauser requested there be no formal Council mtg. on 7/19/77.
There were no objections. Perret indicated the Conference on Affirmative
v
Public Policy which he attended in Denver was extremely worthwhile, and
.,he would submit a written report on it. Vevera questioned the r -o -w
maintenance responsibility of the owner of 1500 Washington St. After
discussion, City Mgr. Berlin advised Vevera to discuss the matter with a
City staffinember.
,
City Mgr. .Berlin informed Council that arrangements had been made to
temporarily install stop signs at the intersection of 1st Ave. & Wayne
St. due to excess traffic caused by the Muscatine Ave. Improvement Proj.
He further advised the following items had been taken off the agenda:
Ord. Amending Chap. 8.10, re parking space requirements and addl. duties
to Bd. of. Adjustment due to legal problems, Res. Approving Final Plat of
Makada Subd. because utility signatures had not been obtained by developer,
and Res. Accepting Traffic Signal at Melrose & Woolf as the light was
malfunctioning.
Parks & Rec. Dir. Showalter presented and explained the Mercer Park
Ball Diamond Lighting plans which are estimated to cost $52,500. Public
hearing opened, no one appeared.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, that ORD. PROVIDING FOR ESTAB-
LISHMENT OF UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE FOR ENFORCEMENT OF VARIOUS
MUN. ORDS, BE considered and given 1st vote for passage. Motion carried,
7/0. Roll call: Ayes: Perret, Neuhauser, Balmer, deProsse, Foster.
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July 12, 1977
Page 4
Nays: Selzer, Vevera. 1st consideration given, 5/2. City Mgr. Berlin
commented on the advantages of such an ord. as it would provide for
establishment of a uniform Administrative procedure for enforcement of
ords.
Moved by Perret, seconded by deProsse, that ORD. #77-2846, Ord. Bk.
11, pp. 133-134, AMENDING SOLID WASTE ORD. TO PROVIDE THAT COUNCIL, BY
RES., MAY ESTABLISH FEES FOR STORAGE, COLLECTION, TRANSP., PROCESSING &
DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE, & AMENDING ORD. #2790, SEC. VI, BY ADDING NEW
SUBSEC: THERETO be passed and adopted. Roll call: Ayes: deProsse,
Foster, Neuhauser, Perret. Nays: Selzer, Vevera, Balmer. Ord. adopted,
4/3.
Moved by Perret, seconded by deProsse, to adopt RES. #77-251, Res.
Bk. 41, p. 557, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE AT I.C.
SANITARY LANDFILL. Roll call: Ayes: deProsse, Foster, Neuhauser,
Perret. Nays: Vevera, Balmer, Selzer. Res. adopted, 4/3.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Foster, that ORD. #2847, Ord. Bk.
ll, p. 135, FOR THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF VIRGINIA DR. LOCATED
BETWEEN PRAIRIE DU CHIEN RD. & OAKLAWN AVE. be passed & adopted.
Roll:call: Ayes: Balmer, deProsse, Foster, Selzer. Nays: Neuhauser,
Perret, Vevera. Ord. adopted, 4/3.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Foster, that the ORD. REGULATING THE
'OPENING & EXCAVATING OF PUBLIC PLACES: REQUIRING A PERMIT & PAYMENT
OF Ai PERFORMANCE DEPOSIT: IMPOSING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PROTECTION
OF LIFE AND. PROPERTY IN CONNECTION WITH EXCAVATING WORK, INCLUDING
TRAFFIC & PEDESTRIAN SAFEGUARDS: REGULATING THE BACKFILLING &
RESURFACING OF EXCAVATIONS: AND PRESCRIBING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS
OF THESE PROVISIONS be considered and given 2nd vote for passage.
Motion carried, 7/0. Roll call: Ayes: deProsse, Foster, Neuhauser,
Perret, Selzer, Vevera, Balmer. Nays: None. Second consideration
given, 7/0.
03V Moved by deProsse, seconded by Foster, that the ORD. VACATING PART
OF PARSONS AVE. IN IOWA CITY, IOWA, NEAR WILLIAM WHITE BLVD. IN
WASHINGTON ST. PLACE be considered and given 2nd vote for passage.
Motion=carried, 6/1, Vevera voting "no. Roll call: Ayes: Foster,
Neuhaus8r, Perret, Selzer, Balmer, deProsse. Nays: Vevera. Second
consideration given, 6/1.
Council discussed the possibility of establishing a reservation fee
for tennis courts located at Mercer Park & City Park. Parks & Rec.
Dir. Showalter was present to answer questions. The motion to defer
the RES. ESTABLISHING FEES & CHARGES FOR THE USE OF MUN. TENNIS COURTS
as made by Balmer received no second. Moved by Foster, seconded by
Vevera, to adopt the RES. ESTABLISHING FEES & CHARGES FOR THE USE OF
MUN. TENNIS COURTS. Roll call: Ayes: Vevera, Foster. Nays: Neuhauser,
<.''' Perret, Selzer, Balmer. Abstain: deProsse. Res. failed, 2/4/1.
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July 12, 1977
Page 5
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. #77-252, Res.
Bk. 41, pp. 558-560, AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO EXECUTE & CITY CLERK TO
CERTIFY AN AGREEMENT WITH UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS. Roll call: Ayes:
Perret, deProsse, Foster, Neuhauser. Nays: Selzer, Vevera, Balmer.
Res. adopted, 4/3. This Res. will permit the Iowa City Housing
Authority to make housing assistance payments on behalf of eligible
families to owners of property located within the City of University
Heights.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 077-253, Res.
Bk. 41, p. 561, ACCEPTING WORK ON WASHINGTON ST. AMENITIES PROJ. as
completed by O'Brien Elec. Co. Roll call: Ayes: Selzer, Balmer,
deProsse, Foster, Neuhauser, Perret. Nays: Vevera. Res. adopted,
6/1.
MARY C. NEUHAUSER, MAYOR
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to adopt RES. 477-254, Res.
Bk. 41, pp. 562-577,.AUTHORIZING & PROVIDING FOR ISSUANCE OF $3,015,000
GEN. OBLIGATION BONDS & LEVYING A TAX TO PAY SAID BONDS. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Foster, to adopt RES. #77-255, Res. Bk.
41, p:. 578, AWARDING CONTRACT FOR COLLEGE/DUBUQUE MALL SANITARY &
STORM SEWER PROJ. to Dave Schmitt Constr. Co., Cedar Rapids, IA.
Affirmative roll; call vote unanimous, 7/1, all Councilmembers present.
Vevera expressed adverse feelings toward HUD's pressure tactics
concerning low-income housing as reflected in the ICMA Newsletter.
Foster f, informed. Council he would be absent July 25 an poss bly
Aug. -1 &`2. .
Moved,by Foster, seconded by Perret, to adjourn the mtg. Motion
carried, 7/0. (10:05 P.M.).
MARY C. NEUHAUSER, MAYOR
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Council Activities
Page 3 August 31, 1976
appeared representing several developers, and presented several
suggestions. IThe City Manager pointedP'out thattait sunaevisthe �tiv
n
water management and erosion control will be done by ll be oon�
uaber 3, and a short course for consulting engineers
ducted by Consultant Lindley in October.
now bein considered will not be involved u e a /
lations are ein re red. After discussion, /x1
is t orney o.an s ou meet this week with At
Hayek,
Director Plastino and any developers for discussion. Ed Thomas
also appeared for discussion. Roll call on the motion: Ayes:
Foster, Neuhauser, Perret, Vevera, deProsse. Nay
Balmer, 5/2, second consideration given. Public Works Director
Plastino announced that the preliminary draft specifications for
I
Ma r Neuhauser requested that Item #2 motion to provide
r'
for Rao AStia nd Pr(+VPil inn IS'eek,. be
discussed a this time. There were no Council objections, ar-
ts aon ex lained how funds would be used. it was moved
harp E e- p
by deProsse an seconded by Perret that $250 be allowed or e
program; (fundin from Aid to Agencies).
It was moved }iy deProsse and seconded by Vevera,
that ORDI-
NANCE NO. 76-2805, r'corded in Ord. Book 10, pages 28 & 29,
AMENDING IN PART AND REVOKING IN PART ORD. N0. 2605 (5.24.9,
5.24.10, 5.24:20, and 24.25, MUNICIPAL CODE OF IOWA CITY) WITH
AND THE SUSPENSIOM
RESPECT TO THE INVISTI TON^OFnAN uPRFER PbICANTE�1?T FOR CERTAI*
yy
SPECIFIED NUISANCES, be pa Bed and
and discussed changes he haAN,reque
porated in a revised draft of\the
Neuhauser, Perret, Selzer, Veva,
Ordinance adopted, 7/0.
adopted. Bob Welsh appearLd
sted. These had been incoi-
Ordinance. Roll doll: Ayes:
Balmer, deProsse, Foster. `y 3 3
Vevera moved and deProsse sec4na
recorded in Ord. Book 10, page 30, E
BETWEEN LOTS 2 AND 3 AND LOTS 22 AND
WITH THE NAME "ROSE ALL Y" be given f
Roll call: Ayes: Perre , Ve'.era, Ba
Neuhauser. Nays: Selzer... Ordinance
that ORDINANCE #76-2806,
HATING THE ALLEY LYING
IN „ondnmv+G DDITIUN,
1 vote for passage.
:r, deProsse, Foster,
rpted, 6/1. 1`
Vevera movedand Selzer seconded that!�the
ING ORDINANCE NO. 73-2687 BY DECREASING THEIR
PARKING AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 76-2800
given first vote for passage. City Manager Be
the Counci�l defer this matter until they recei
information, It was moved by deProsse and sec
to table the motion to give consideration and
passage. Motion to table was adopted, 4/3.
ORDINANCE AMEND-
considerea and
lin suggested
relevant budget
n ed by Perret
ir. t vot..(, for. 1y3�
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August 31, 1976
Foster moved and Vevera seconded to set a public hearing
on September 21, 1976, at 7:30 P.M. in the Civic Center, on
the Bryn Maw is application to rezone several contiguous
parcels from RIA Zone to R2, R3, and R1B Zones. Motion carried, ly 2 3
7/0.
Mayor Neuha�user announced there was a vacancy on the Com-
mittee on Commun'ty, Needs with the term expiring July 5,'1978.
The appointment will be made to fill the vacancy on October 5,
1976, after the thirty day's notice. Mayor Neuhauser encour-
aged people with real estate experience to apply.
Councilman Selzer presented an ordinance concerning in-
spection of single family dwellings, and asked that it be added
to next week's agenda. There was a consensus that the words
"owner -occupied" be added before the words, "single-family
dwellings." It was mored by Foster and seconded by Perrot that
the ordinance be referred to the Housing Commission for their
recommendations. Motio> carried unanimously. IN2S
Councilwoman dePros''se requested the budget figures pre-
sented by the City Assessor.
The memo from the Cit Manager regarding charges of Bruce
GlasTr was noted. The Major pointed out that it had been dis-
cussed at the informal session on the 30th. (RE:SoLt ei 112 E.
ou,.�r %,i-)
The City Manager recommeC
nded that Council authorize Carol
Barker to connect to the City,sewer.for the property where the
Gymnast is being constructed,�as annexation cannot be -completed
at this time It was moved by`Balmer and seconded by Selzer to
authorize the sewer hook-up. Motion carried unanimously. 142-%
It was moved by Foster and
lic hearing at 7:30 P.M. on the
Council Chambers on a Resolution
Loan.
it was moved by deProsse a
RESOLUTION 076-307 as recorded
IZING AND SETTING SEPTEMBER 21,
ING ON THE RESOLUTION MODIFYING
JECT IOWA R-14. Roll call: A
Perrot, Selzer, Vevera, Balmer.
in 13
197
ded by Selzer to set a pub -
day of September in the
is ose of part of the East
d by Vevera to adopt
pages •379-380, AUTtEOR-
DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEAR -
s: deProsse, Foster, Neuhauser,
Resolution adopted, 7/0. 1,1 7,0
It was moved by Foster and seconded by Vevera that the -1
ANCE APPROVING TEiP. ST01Z}•1WATER MANAGEMENT ORDINANCE he con-
'. ..n Fn fnr nQe Le_ Attornev John Nolan
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October 19, 1976
A public hearing was held on the rezoning of hit. Pros
Pt_IV. from R1A to R1B and R2 as submitted by Frantz Con,-
Struction Co. Senior Planner Schmeiser and Dick Kratoska,
Shive-Hattery and Associates, discussed the Dani , y %ewer
cap pity and infiltration. Ben on_ at, 1647 Hollywood Blvd,
appeared and expressed concern over increases in traffic in
his neighborhood. Public hearing was closed.
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1.a2
It was moved by deProsse, seconded by Vevera, to defer the
DINANCE AMENDING ORD. NO e. 2238 BY CHANGING THE USE REGULA-
TI S OF COURT HILL - SCOTT BLVD. ADD. #5 FROM RIA AND R3A
TO R AND R3A ZONES for one week. Motion carried, 6/0. Coun-
cilman almer absent. _
er declared a five minute recess.
It was n ted the Oct. 15 memo presented by staff concern-
ing Chapter 8. 0.40.4.0. was to amend the section to read as
follows: "8.140.4.C. Except when the alterations to the
principal struct a do not increase the floor area by more
than 10 percent o' provided that there is no change in the
use of the principa structure." City Atty. Hayek expressed
concern over the leg ity of requiring expenditures of money
on private property f public purposes, noting in the Courts,
the principal of "reaso ableness" would be considered and sug-
gested loosening of the trictness as staff recommends. Obser-
vations made by Council Jheluded, (1) downtown businesses are
not affected, (2) requirem t for appropriate number of park-
ing spaces should be taken dV in the zoning ord.
It was moved by Perret, se,qpnded by deProsse, to amend
Chapter 8.10.40.4.0. by usinga proposed staff amendment,
striking the 10% and substitutin "255 of the assessed value of
the principle structure." Atty.ob
explained operational problems cau e
ed," and urged its deletion. City
after the City Mgr. stated that this
unworkable, suggested adding a sente
evaluation of the property shall be
the value." This would give the bui
thumb to go by. Al Streb and kat -Ma
Downer appeared and
use of word, "assess -
Hayek agreed, and
le concept would be
"The City Assessor's
umptive evidence of
kr official a rule of
D fered observations.
Roll call vote on motion to amend: Ayes: eProsse, Perret.
Nays: Foster, Neuhauser, Selzer, Vevera. N tion failed, 2/4. �3_/
It was moved by Foster, seconded by Selze , to delete
Chapter 8.10.40.4.C. and substitute the staff nguage (see
4th paragraph, 1st sentence). Upon unanimousr 11 call vote,
motion was adopted, 6/0, Balmer absent.
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSIO4
/ October._Z5, 1976
O
l 1:30 P.M.
I�
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: October 25, 1976, 1:30 P.M., Conference
Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Pro Tem deProsse presiding.
COUNCILMEBERS PRESENT: deProsse, Vevera, Selzer, Foster, Balmer.
ABSENT: Neuhauser (1:40 P.M.), Ferret (1:45 P.M.).
STAFBBBERS PRESENT: Berlin, Stolfus, Schreiber, Seydel.
ZONING APPLICATIONS
Senior Planner Don Schmeiser was present to discuss applications with
the Council. He explained Item #18, Eastdale Mall final plat, noting
that the staff might ask for deferral, 2 items have not been completed.
Mayor Neuhauser arrived, 1:40 P.M., and presided over the meeting.
Concerning the Mt. Prospect rezoning, he pointed out that if the property
is rezoned, the sewer will be considered when the subdivision plat comes
in. Mayor Neuhauser called attention to the City Attorney's remarks \ l
previously, that if Council made a decision to rezone, it would be
harder to refuse a subdivision. Schmeiser stated that if that is true,
that the City cannot control density once it is rezoned, then there is
no alternative but to leave it RIA. If rezoned RIA to R2 and RIA to
R1B, it will surchange that sewer, also if it were all R1B. Council
discussed donation of land for parks, and it was pointed out that the
land could be dedicated first, but rezoning could not be contingent upon
the dedication.
City Manager Neal Berlin advised that he did not have anything to report
on the Court Hill -Scott Boulevard matter.
Manager questioned intent
and the
iugUSt 31st the City
is a on J=mber
nex oLne run=l
rn a� Qttien, and
pan arl Yoder is
unr the�Storm
ome to Counc—iT-uniil
M-.--ri2'9taff-1s
coming 1 for
were no ole to
i.nar on ie e
for thre-e-n—ights last week, with approximately 50 persons in attendance.
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to Bd. of Elec. Examiner
re rec. to appt. Patrick
ers & Appeals, received &
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Council Activities
October 26, 1976
Examiners
& Appeals & Ronald Schi.ntler,
Moore to Bd. of Elec. Examin- 187.Q_
filed.
Affirmative roll call vote was unanimous, all Councilmembers
present.
It was moved by Ferret, seconded by deProsse, to adopt
RESOLUTION #76-386, as recorded in Res. Book 37, pages 517-35,
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CONTRACT with Sasaki Assoc. for the
development and implementation of a citizen participation pro-
cess for the Comprehensive Plan. Roll call: Ayes: deProsse,
Foster, Neuhauser, Perret. Nays: Selzer, Vevera, Balmer.
Resolution carried, 4/3.
It was moved by Foster, seconded by Perret, to approve
the Mayor's appointment of Dale Flannery, 160 Ravencrest Dr.,
to fill the vacancy on the Bd. of Electrical Examiners and
Appeals for a journeyman electrician with term expiring 10/26/80.
Motion carried, unanimously.
Council discussed the initiation of and problems of in-
stalling stop signs on Madison & Washington and Madison &
Jefferson. 16
8 Ater discussion concerning whether or not Bryn
Mawr Heights Pt. B should comP.Ly w e
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Councilman Balmer expressed sentiments regarding his re-
cent trip to Pearl Harbor. City Mgr. Berlin indicated he would
have the Public Works Dept. evaluate the suitability, of the ._1.8.8.'/....__
35 m.p.h. zone located on Rochester Ave. It was pointed out
that something should be done to eliminate garbage remaining
on downtown streets for more than a reasonable length of time.
The City Mgr. will check into this. He also explained the
status of permitting underground vaults and advised that the
Legal Dept. would have a report in a couple of weeks.'
The memo from the City Mgr. concerning the perpetual care�8.e%__
trust fund was noted. Council discussed previous plans to phase
out the temporary modular units known as the Clinton St. Mall.
It was moved by Foster, seconded by Vevera, to approve the
transfer of the lease from the Goody Shop to Robert A. Dows,
as requested by the City Mgr. Motion carried, 7/0. /8.M -
It was suggested by the City Mgr., as per City staff's
recommendation, that Council take no action concerning the ex-
pired deadline for Max Yocum to move the house located at 122,
E. Court St. There were no Council objections. The City
_ /.989 _.
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BY rS^;,3T,IS`: C\�7'0CD, 0�' lt\1a vxrY,
I09a C -T1<' F NX-vir\
second vot,
t:OaSidc+.reek a:u'% k)iv;.+n
eral quest raft :11sWOrcX1 a:ar-
hauser Pa ieI FOSU'Ve NE:u-
8 2nd voti Aer. C'on::idc+tatirn
t
It was
ORDINANCE it
AMENJDING ORL
SEC. 3. 38.8.x.
ESTABLISRING N.,
Roll call: Aye
Vevera, Balmer,
FParrot, ghat, t1lo
k 10, ��tcici:t S.^,-.§$,
H, 13\ RF)`Nr1l',TNt:
RESTRY ORUINANCN ANU
be passed ruul aft�pta�t.
aUSer, P<f.0 t`c>t.. Nayal
d, d/3.
IF'iT .,,
It was moved by Perret, seconded by.k ;
Pt:o::0tc, that: ORI),1-
NANCE ¢76-2815, as recorded in Ord. Book page, 5b-;;�
ESTABLISHING ADD'L,e POWERS FOR THE BD. OF AD, IS',I'MUNT by
and adopted. Roll call: Ayes: deProsse, Fost:ur, Wen)1)auaua,
Perret, Vevera.,'"Nays: Balmer, Selzer. Ordina :u adoltC�+e9,
5/2.
It we
moved by Perret, seconded by Foii r., \1111
l:,;,e (Ai
t,
ADOPTING THE IOWA CITY PLAN •• '1'111:B PI.A
AS PA OF 'THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OF T01JA CT:'I'1' unl:l,l. nr,:l
week. Motion carried, 7/0.
iryy,
RETAKE OF PRECEDING DOCUMENT
JORM MICROLAB
TARGET SERIES
N
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October 26, 1976
had a letter from the City Engineer indicating this develop-
ment would not overload the present sewer system. P &L__Z�_C_Qm-
missioner Kammermgyer discussed the Commission's stand on
this issue and pointed out this development was to provide
lower cost housing, and discussed options concerning the sewer
problem. Previously Council had discussed whether or not it
would be more difficult to turn down development if a rezoning
had been allowed. City Atty. Hayek stated that Council should
control density through the zoning ordinance not the subdivi-
sion process. He suggested exploring the possibility of devel-
oping under a Planned Area Development procedure. Roll call on
motion: Ayes: Selzer, Balmer. Nays: Perret, Vevera, deProsse,
Foster, Neuhauser. Consideration & 1st vote for passage not
adnn+-.A 7 /A
was moved by Foster, seconded by deProsse to table in-
definit y the first consideration of the ORDINANCE AMENDING
ZONING 0 2238 BY CHANGING THE USE REGULATIONS OF COURT HILL,
SCOTT BLVD. ADD. #5, FROM RIA AND R3A TO RIB AN � R3A ZONES.
Motion carri , 7/0. //
It was move by deProsse, seconded
ORDINANCE AMEND ORD. N0. 2238, THE Z
BY ESTABLISHING REG TIONS FOR THE PLA
IOWA CITY BY ESTABLIING SEC. 8.10.40.
second vote for passag Comm. Dev. D�;
eral questions. Roll 11: Ayes: a¢:
hauser, Perret. Nays:
& 2nd vote for passage
er, ve
, 4/3.
It was moved by deProsse
ORDINANCE $76-2814, as reco
AMENDING ORD. NO. 2584, THE
SEC. 3.38.8.A. AND 3.38.11.,
ESTABLISHING NEW SECTIONS �i
Roll call: Ayes: deProssb
Vevera, Balmer, Selzer. zbri
It was moved
NANCE #76-2815, as
ESTABLISHING ADD'L
and adopted. Roli'
Perret, Vevera./'N,
5/2. f
by Ppfretthat the
NIN ORD.RD. OF IOWA CITY,
T G OF TREES WITHIN
}re considered and given
. Kraft answered sev-
rosse, Foster, Neu -
Balmer. Consideration
X96 1
r:ded by Perret, that.the
Ord. Book 10, pares 52-551
'PRE§TRY ORDINANCE, BY REPEALING
3) THE FORESTRY ORDINANCE AND
LIEU T $$REOFbe passed and adopted.
Foster, Neuhauser, Perret. Nays:
opted, 4/3. �qL_
by erret, seconded by B@Prosse, that ORDI-
r6'corded in Ord. Book ld� pages 56=57,
.`POWERS FOR THE BD. OF AD6ISTMENT be passed
call: Ayes: deProsse, Fost r, Neuhauser,
ays: Balmer, Selzer. OrdinaairFe adopted,
Itw9e moved by Perret, seconded by Foster, to' efer the
RESOLUT ADOPTING THE IOWA CITY PLAN - TREE PLANTI' PLAN -
AS PA OF 'THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OF IOWA CITY until next
week. Motion carried, 7/0.
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October 26, 1976
Mgr. requested that there be a short executive session follow-
ing the meeting to discuss property negotiations.
Co ncil decided to discuss the Anti -Trust Fund and Ban
the Can Ordinances at the informal session when litigation IF90
is discu sed as per the City Attorney's request. It was point-
ed out t t the Ban the Can Ordinance would have to be imple-
mented st tewide to be effective.
It wa moved by Perret, seconded by Foster, that the City
of Iowa Ci assist Iowa City Police Officer William KicJ!$gJ.
with legal xpenses, if any, incurred by him in connection
with the pen ing investigation by federal authorities of the
actions of t e Iowa City Police Department and other law en-
forcement age cies. Any bills submitted to the City by Mr.
Kidwell for p ent will be subject to the review of the City
Mgr. and other appropriate City officials before payment.
Hourly charges in excess of $40.00 an hour will not be paid.
The assistance rovided in this motion is subject to being
withdrawn at an time by motion of the City Council. The City
Council by adopt*ng this motion shall not be considered as
having expressed any opinion as to the merits of the contro-
versy which is th subject of the investigation. Motion car-
ried, 4/2/1, with elzer and Vevera voting "no" and Balmer
abstaining. Len B andrup, 922 Kirkwood Ave., appeared with
questions which th \City Atty., because it had been discussed in
executive session, alas not allowed to answer.
It was moved by
NANCE AMENDING ZONING,
OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FR
ered and given first v
vote was unanimous, al
It was moved 1
NANCE ESTABLISHING
(ORCHARD COURT) be
P & Z Commissioner
deliberations & rei
roll call vote was
ter, seconded by Perret, that the ORDI-
D. 2238 BY CHANGING THE USE REGULATIONS
R1A TO ORP ZONE (ACT, INC.)Obe consid-
e for passage. Affirmative roll call
Councilmembers present.
Q
onded by Balmer, that. the ORDI-
A DEVELOPMENT IN IOWA CITY
d given first vote for passage.
ppeared and explained P & Z
on this project. Affirmative
1 Councilmembers present. /893_,
After Foster withdrew his motion to defer the following
item, and Selzer withdrew his second to the motion, it was
moved by Foster, seconded by deProsse that the ORDINANCE AMEND-
ING ZONING ORD. 2238 BY CHANGING USE REGULATIONS OF MT. PROS-
PECT, PT. IV, FROM R1A TO R1B AND R2 ZONES be considered and \ /
given first vote for passage. Council discussed the sewer /�(\
capacity situation in the proposed area. Mike Kammerer, Shive-
Hattery & Assoc., appeared and stated the Iowa Dept. of Environ-
mental Quality approved of all sewer applications and that he
Informal Discussion
Nov. 1, 1976
Page 2
Concerning the lanati.on of the Oakes matter, the City Manager called
Cattention to he on the November 2nd agenda. Further discussionr
will be on No 1 h. The legal staff is in the process of detemining
the City's legal t a concerning the reconstruction of this unit
from a duplex to trip
The City 6Ianager explained that Air. Frantz's attorney s-p'Teparijag_deed
restrictions that would run with the land, on the Mt. Prospect subdivis'nn
to accomplish the goals the City has in mind, and this it could be on
the agenda next week. This would guarantee that the area would not be
developed more than as platted. Councilman Foster questioned the validity
of the figures used for consumption of water and of sewage from duplex
V--its-
Mayor
Mayor Neubauser asked for the City Manager's recommendation concerning
N
Chief btiller's memo of October 18th in the October 22nd packet,
-system . The City Manager
that the idea deserved consideration and called attention to
Attorne ushnir's.memmo of September 14th in the October 22nd packet,
concernin the legality of governmental lease/purchase agreement. There.
were no obje'ettions to the Staff's considering the sugdestions concerning
remodeling the"basement and moving the firing range utdoors. Also
there were no Caigcil objections to getting appraW of the land described
in the October 22nd...Inen and packet, for the Nelson School.
Regarding Plastino's October 27th mono in the tober 29th packet, on
the ventilation of the fr nait p1z�'., the C' Manager advised that the
problem should be corrected. CounciLmn r suggested gravity vents,
Councilman Vevera suggested attaching ho s to the exhaust to vent
outdoors. The City Manager will invest to these ideas. Plastino's
memo of October 27th, in the October h packet, on the handrails and
sidewalk on Brown/Dubuque and Roaal /Dubuque was noted.
Councilman Balmer asked what had n.decided concerning Scott Boulevard
richt-oE-way. The City Manager S atecl"t�mat legal work would he undertaken
on the area between the Bypass -,find Local.,Road, but primarily between the
American Legion Road and IoW Road. City, Attorney Hayek reported that
there would be problems rel ing to creatioq of roads in the county
because of poor records.
Councilman Balmer
Manager's mew of
traffic will be the
The Cit
storm
which wi
October
11 attention to his
great 2loncern over the Cityt er 20th on the meeting withvthe University regarding
The information revealed wil�,not be in the Area
which will be finished in January„, Councilmanalternative. The observation was remade that the
nd the hospital complex regardless. Tice problem of
City's.
City
advised that the seminar held by Lindley concerning
wa r management ordinance provided information to those attending
11 -be included in the documents described in Plastino's mem of
27th, in packet of October 29th.
Page 2 Council Activities
November 2, 1976
fill the vac cy on the Comm. on Community Needs with term
expiring Marc 31, 1977., Motion carried, 6/0, with Perret
absent. �utl;ea.. N11,Elsont 'as; CC&:Fl�jT�-- ��Ee.OJCV•rL«cJ�,;,,
The City. A y. informed Council the Legal Dept. has com-
pleted a prelimi ary draft on both themodel traffic and taxi-
cab ordinances. he City Mgr. stated the proposed ordinance
would require tax,Ms to have meters.
Senior Planner Geshwiler indicated that, although invi-
tations had been sen to citizens to meet with Sasaki Assoc.
for input for the Co rehensive Plan, there had not been many
responses as of yet. Councilman Perret arrived, 7:35 P.M. ...._.
Councilman Selzer expl ined the budget procedure being used
by the town of Estherville for refuse pickup which involved
citizens buying refuse bags from the City rather than charg- _LS
ing a set fee* to everyone. Councilman Foster pointed out the
problems there have been with animals upsetting garbage cans___ /
He also expressed appreciation, on behalf of the entire Coun-
cil, to the P & Z Comm. foY their representation at the Coun-
cil meetings. 1 I
Councilman Balmer presehted the article in the Oct. issue
of Nation's Cities entitled, 'i"The Supreme Court and the Cities,
An Overview of the 1975 Term"ito Council. Ile noted this arti-
cle revealed a pattern, being oet by state and local govern-
ment, that was worth following�� He pointed out that since
Congress and federal courts hav increasingly narrowed their
interference. in the performance f l0 1 governments (often
with major reversals of revious is ns) the state and lo-
cal governments were us�,n(: i depen ent powers.', l9y6_
The City Mgr. announced t he ilding owned by Dean
Oakes located at 938 Iowa Ave. ha een inspected and found
to meet safety requirements.(Lettev row Notes, -1 Ti Speat.r) / 9y
It was moved by Balmer, seconded by deProsse, that the
rule requiring that ordinances must be considered and voted
on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting /
at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, that the
first and second consideration and vote be waived, and that the
ORDINANCE #76-2816, as recorded in Ord. Book 10, page 58,
AMENDING ORD. #2807 WHICH REGULATES THE RATE OF DISCHARGE OF
STORM WATER RUNOFF BY ENACTING A NEW EFFECTIVE DATE OF SAID
ORDINANCE (November 7, 1976) AND REPEALING SEC. XV OF ORD.
#2807 be voted upon for final passage at: this time. Affirma-
tive roll call vote was unanimous, all Councilmembers present.
It was moved by Balmer, seconded by dePros:se, that the ordi-
nance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll, call
vote was unanimous, all Councilmembers present.
5�
INFORMAL ODLWCIL DISCUSSIQM
C NOVEIBER 15, 1976
1:30 P.M.
INFORMALCIL DIS4USSIQv: November 15, 1976, Conference Room, 1:30 P. M.
ODUNCILRD PRESENT: Neubauser, Balmer, Perrot, Selzer, Vevera,
deProsse 1:40 P.M.). ABSEKr: Foster.
STAFF USERS P Berlin, Stolfus, Schreiber, Hayek
Mayor Mary Neuha r presiding.
Senior Planner Don Sc iser was present for the discussion of the I
Kiln application, a su vision north of Iowa City. As it is witbin 2
miles of the City limi%tts.
this subdivision must conform to the Iowa City
subdivision requiremznIt could be sewered by the E/W Truck Sewer
which is in planning sThis subdivision complies to the County
septic tank requirements. \ Councilwoman deProsse arrived, 1:40 P.M. If
streets, sidewalks, etc. a;e not installed to City'specifications,
waivers will be required tol`guarantee meeting specifications if in the
future if it is necessary. !!here would be a 200 grade (Lexington is
18%). The Mayor noted that this whole area should be addressed in -the
Comprehensive Plan. '%,
Sebmeiser noted that Eastdale Nal
and final legal papers would bdU
what the buffer for the house ;&qualify as a buffer. The Fire C
area paving should be 6' thiso
will probably be stored in th
find out 1) what is planned for
long the fence will be and 3) how
approved places.
does comply with the tree ordinance,
on Tuesday morning. It was not clear
tbe, a chain-link fence would not
I had requested that the Mall walking
hey van drive on it. The, 9toxm water
area. The Mayor asked that staff
eing next to the residence, 2) how
Wk the paving is in the officially
Council reviewed the preliminary and final plat for Orchard Court. It
Concerning the City Attorney's memorandum on Frantz Construction Company'
subdivision of -Mount Prospect Part Four. Scbmeiser noted that the develops
did not want to prepare a,Planned Area Developnent, as they will be
selling lots and won't have an idea of what is to be built. City Attorney
Hayek pointed out that a PAD permits the City to specify the density
whether or not they own or sell off a part of the property, a covenant
is too risky. Schmeiser advised that an RIB zone would give 108 units
and there is only a capacity for 102 units in the sanitary sewer. IIe
suggested a third alternative; institution of a tapping fee which would
bttriggered by the development of the 103rd unit; which would surcharge
Council
Nov. 15,
Discussion
1976
t sewer system. Ile pointed out that the developer would sign an
,atreement that they would pay for the entire reconstruction of the ses
system at that time. 'Ibis agreement could be made binding on successor .
Hayek explained that when a City attempts to contract or covenant to
vary the terms of zoning, Courts split 50/50 on whether or not it is
spot zoning and illegal. -
The Mayor notedt tit would be helpful to discuss the suggestion made
by Schmeiser, and to get the problem resolved as soon as they can
and agreed that Co it should be as helpful to them as they possibly
can.
The City Manager noted that basically the Council had the information on
the request from Linak td. to connect to the Gity san tart' sewer. He
advised that the staff % ld proceed with involuntary exation unless
Council directs otherwise, but would need specific Coun it direction.
The Mayor suggested that ies of the County subdivis' n ordinance be
secured for Council and staff to review. The City ManAger stated that
it would be desirable for the�ew Board of Supervisor and the Council
to meet on this and other matters. He also suggente that members of
Planning and Zoning to cone to 'the Monday informal ession for discussion
of the EDI plat. There was a s8ort discussion of p6e best way to assess
a sewer tapping fee.
AGENDA \ /�
Councilwanan deProsse asked if Del9av`i)e Guernsey was a qualified appraiser.
Glaves and Hayek advised that he was gpalifigd and very competent.
PENDING LITIGATION
City Attorney John Hayek called attentioiMo the updated list of pending
cases, noting that he was very pleased: -8t what they have been able to
accomplish. In 1976, with 22 Distric,p Cases being disposed of and urban
renewal cases disposed of, he stated,'that tll� Assistant City Attorneys
deserved recognition. They have ig&eased cdge dispositions by 37% in
an eleven month period. The number of filings.are shown on page two of
the handout. This does not include the cases covered by insurance
carriers, small claims cases, misdemeanor cases, -.code enforcement cases
or traffic cases. He pointed out that he would be meeting with the
Human Relations Commission concerning the Westin6ouse case. Ile added
that under the Human Relations Commission Ordinance, the Ccvmission has
the power to direct the attorney to instigate liti%tion, which he would
do unless it is controversial or very costly. He asked if the Cannission
decided to appeal, didcil want the matter to be brought to their
attention before he fi d the appeal. Three members did, and three did
not. The City hfanager� said that the Council should decide on this
particular lawsuit, it speaks to the very authority 6f the Commission,
and the Commission uld not have a right to determine whether or not
they are going to peal a case that speaks to whether or.\not they have
the authority, th Council should make that decision. HayVk stated that
he would relate he Commission's decision to Council at the regular
meeting, and Co cil could vote on whether or not do appeal the case,
then go into executive session if it is decided to appeal, to actually
discuss the merits of the litigation.
•INT INFORMAL MEETING WITH JOHNSON
COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
JULY 29, 1977
INFORMAL MEETING WITH JOHNSON COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: July 29,
1977, 10:00 A.M., at the Supervisor's Office at the Courthouse
Annex. Tape recorded on Reel N77-23.
SUPERVISORS PRESENT: Donnelley, Sehr, Cilek.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: deProsse, Selzer, Neuhauser, Balmer (10:10 A.M.).
STAFFMEMBERS PRESENT: Asst. Jo. Co. Attorney Pat White; City Manager
Neal Berlin, City Clerk Abbie Stolfus; Chamber of Commerce, Keith
Kafer.
Architect Roland Wehner outlined the new proposal for a jail and sheriff's
quarters on the existing site on the southwest quarter of the Courthouse
block. Capitol St. would be the access for govt. vehicles, Harrison St.
the access for the public. This structure would cost 1.9 million dollars
if bid next spring. 35,000 square feet is divided into jail, 15,200 sq.
ft.; sheriff, 18,000 sq. ft. (of this 8,500 sq. ft. is for parking and
storage); and 1,500 sq. ft. would be for the power plant.
Observations made included:
The County did not feel that they had the complete commitment from
the City for the previous bond issue, until the last day. The City
felt it had not been involved in the planning, and the cost to the
taxpayers had not been publicized. The sheriff is on record as
saying that he was not sure the City and County personnel could
work together. There would be problems created because the City
Police are paid more than the County Deputies, whose salaries are
set by State Law. One Councilmember and police personnel worked
against the previous bond issue.
Decision is needed for what is the long run is in the best interests
of all the citizens of Johnson County. A coordinated law enforcement
program could be used in the area of records, communications and
jail facilities. Wehner stated that the scheme presented could be
modified to include joint facilities. It is the responsibility of
the Board of Supervisors and the City Council to come to the best
decision administratively as they can. Some citizens have suggested
that this would be a step toward County government, others said it
was a step for City control.
The previous agreement for payment of maintenance costs on a square
footage basis by the City was discussed, along with payment of architects
fees. There was a consensus that a high-level committee be established
to put together a proposed agreement in memorandum form that sets down
in black and white how both agencies intend to share costs. The limits
of the bond issue to be considered are 2� million dollars. The committee
named included Supervisor Don Sehr, Councilwoman Carol deProsse, City
Manager Neal Berlin, Chief of Police Harvey Miller and Sheriff Gary
Hughes. The City Manager will act as Interim Chairman and call the
committee together. Their decision will be given within one month.
WE
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•
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION
AUGUST 2, 1977
1:30 P.M.
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: August 2, 1977, 1:30 P.M., Conference Room
at the Civic Center. Tape recorded on Reels N77-23 and 25.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Neuhauser, Selzer, Vevera, Balmer, Perret (1:35
P.M.). ABSENT: deProsse, Foster.
STAFFMEMBERS PRESENT: Berlin, Stolfus, Showalter, Glaves, Kraft, Geshwiler,
Schmeiser.
ZONING APPLICATIONS
Senior Planner Don Schmeiser was present for discussion of the following
items:
Windsor Heights V - Alternatives for traffic are being drafted. The
su division is in compliance with the storm water ordinance. The
memo from Traffic Engineer Brachtel, July 21, 1977, was noted.
Also Assistant City Attorney Kushnir's opinion concerning converting
a portion of Hickory Hill Park from park land to a right-of-way.
The property for Seventh Avenue extension was purchased from Irvin
- Pfab`after 1966. Hickory Hill was purchased in December 1966 from
HUD with an Open Space grant, so approval of the HUD Secretary
would be required prior to conversion of use of any park land.
Developer,Harding advised that he had not talked with any of the
<< adjacent property owners. His engineer, Dennis Sauegling, offered
to come up with another configuration that was more feasible. Flo
' Stockman, Chairman for Parks and Recreation Commission; Director of
Parks & Recreation Showalter; Pat Cain, Chairman for P&Z Commission;
and Irvin Pfab participated in the discussion. The developer will
draft another solution for access.
Court Hill -Scott Blvd. V - Waivers have been filed. Third consideration
{ of the Ordinance rezoning is on Tuesday agenda.
Vacation of Hollywood Boulevard - Research has shown that the title to
the property to be vacated is in the State, so the State Highway
Department will need to study the request. It was suggested that
Hy -Vee deal directly with the Department of Transportation. The
Council can recommend that DOT take the necessary action to deal
with Hy -Vee.- Mayor Neuhauser noted the need to discuss the trans-
portation policy.
'P�e erww000d Addition - There are no problems, and action can be taken
Tuesday.
Mount Prostddition IV - The packet contained previous Council
actions, anactions, an ter commented that the correspondence shows that
the developer would need to comply to storm water management ordinance.
• In sal Meeting
August 2, 1977
Page 2
Over -sized storm sewers were installed in earlier subdivisions.
Unusual circumstances were discussed. The matter of exempting this
subdivision was referred to Atty. Hayek for a report.
Sturgis Corners - Lots 11 and 14 will be dedicated as riverfront area,
after being cleaned up, and the City will leave it as a natural
area. Concern on exit on Benton was expressed.
Proposed Zonin Ordinance - Schmeiser advised that the special exceptions
C5
t e Board of Adjustment have been deleted from the
Ordinance. The ordinance will be presented under the City Attorney
business at the regular meeting.
COLLEGE/DUBUQUE PEDESTRIAN MALL DESIGN
Don Zuchelli of Zuchelli, Hunter & Associates presented the proposed
changes from the previous scheme. Council had provided comments, and
for the designers to proceed with detailed work and drawings, Council's
guidance was needed relative to trees and plantings; kiosks; steps to
Plaza Centre I; bike rack locations, lighting; and moveable benches.
Architects present included Jack Leaman and Rudy Luth, with Associated
` Engineers; Neil Dean from Sasaki Associates.
' Council; decided to delete the tree guards, to change the design of the
bike racks .to accommodate more bicycles, such as those on Washinton
Street. Other base materials which could be used in the playground area
` were discussed. A majority of Councilmembers wanted the checkerboard
`T "design,left in the plan. Leaman outlined plans for shade structures, an
arbor -type roofshade for three areas. The architects were directed to
rt sketch these and let Director Showalter review them to see if the park
t crew.could work on them during the winter months.
a` Leaman and Zuchelli explained the dry multi-purpose space to be used for
the $50,000 Focal Point designed into the plan. Council discussed
addition of design of water feature, which would cost an additional
$7,500. Glaves advised that the reason that the water feature was not
in.tW original contract was that a water feature is not an applicable
1 use of bonding monies. It was decided that the focal point would be
designed dry, with a delete for bidding purposes.
Leaman outlined the kinds of trees and decorative trees which they had
planned to use. Showalter advised that the Forester had been involved
with these selections thru him. Freda Hieronymus commented that they
are losing Scotch Pines. Showalter will check this out, also will make
sure all trees are readily available. Leaman presented models of round
and square kiosks. The consensus was for a square kiosk, possibly a
fIatter. roof. Three treatments for steps for the Plaza Centre enbankment
were discussed, with a consensus for 5' wide treads, 7' long. Liability
and lighting were discussed. Concern for the view from the hotel corner
was expressed. After lengthy discussion of placement of bike racks, the
consensus was to have them at the entrances to the Mall, and screened.
city. Manager Berlin stated that there could be racks at the Blackhawk
Mini -Park.
• Infoormal Meeting
August 2, 1977
Page 3
Neal Dean outlined the proposal for lighting, explaining the differences
between high pressure sodium lights and mercury vapor lights. There
will be auxillary power sources at regular intervals throughout the
plaza. Floodlighting the Focal Point was discussed. The consensus was
to use mercury vapor lights, 100 watt, 3.6 foot candles, throughout the
Mall. After discussion of movable street furniture, and concern over
keeping fire lanes clear, it was the consensus to try movable furniture
and if there are problems, furniture will be fastened down.
There is a manually operated irrigation system in the budget. Showalter
advised that chemical control would be needed to control grass in the
cracks between the bricks. There were no objections. The cross-section
of the sub -base for paving was discussed. The sketch of this will be
provided next go -around. The bricks vary in color. There will be a
'stripe' at the 10' line. Construction of the planters was explained.
Barrel.planters would be $12.50, and merchants could participate by
buying these for their use. Commercial ones cost $150.00. If there are
square kiosks, should there be square planters?
The drop off -pick up lane at College/Linn was discussed. Because of
access needed for the fire trucks, the island shown at that opening has
been deleted. The Staff recommended not doing the turn-off lane at this
time, but to leave the curb on Linn St. end as is until the Library
plans are firmed up. Concern was expressed over the hotel side also.
The City ,Manager advised that everything beyond Penneys could be bid as
an alternate'. By the time the City has the bids, they can see if it is
compatible. Glaves advised that the hotel corner was chopped off because
of the treatment of the other corners. The prospectus says that the
City is 'soliciting offers to purchase a portion of that Block, and no
' hard and fast legal description defines it.
Concern was expressed over the importance of easy access to the pedestrian
areas from the parking ramp in Blocks 83/84. Phase I of the contract
terminates on the East side of Clinton. In Phase II, in central business
district improvements, money will be spent on Clinton St. as well as
Capitol and Washington. Neuhauser commented that last year the Iowa
' Legislature had passed a law permitting skyways. An air-conditioned
skyway could cost $3,000 a linear foot, a total of a quarter -million
dollars. Council discussed what to do about dogs in the Mall area. The
City Manager pointed out that the position of the Staff and consultant
has been that for businesses which do not have access physically to an
'
alley, the City will provide street access, but if the property abuts
the alley, the businesses located on that property would be expected to
utiliie the alley for access. There were no Council objections.
In response to the question of how he felt at this particular point in
time regarding the bidding process and the interest shown, Consultant
Zuchelli stated that the level of inquiries was high, and this was very
stimulating, and that there was no reason to be discouraged. Hieronymus
pointed out potential hazards concerning the temporary sidewalk at Plaza
Centre I, and requested that sidewalk be installed before winter. The
landlords will have responsibility for clearing the snow. Under the
current construction cycle, sidewalk will not be constructed. Zuchelli
asked that he and the designers confront this problem along with City
In*al Meeting
August 2, 1977
Page 4
responsibilities. He asked that at tonight's meeting, formal action be
taken to authorize proceeding toward working drawings, confirming
decisions made this afternoon.
Councilman Selzer asked that questions he presented in his memo be
answered before final construction drawings. As the design consultants
have completed their contract obligations to date, the contract would
have to be amended to provide this interim step. It was decided that as
the Consultant and Staff work toward final plans, and as technical
aspects are developed, Selzer will be asked to review these along with
Staff. There were no objections to authorize the consultants to move
ahead to the next phase.
COUNCIL TIME
Mr. and Mrs. Ken MacDonald were present to discuss the City's policy on
oiling of dirt roads. Council decided to oil Foster Road and other
roads,each,year to build them up until they can take a chip seal job.
' All'Councilmembers agreed. The Mayor suggested that people be notified
when; the City plans to oil roads. Selzer requested permission to attend
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the Economic Development Conference in Duluth. Vevera objected.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
rr, Moved by Selzer and seconded by Balmer to adjourn to executive session
to discuss property acquisition. .Balmer, Perret, Neuhauser, Vevera and
Selzer voting 'aye';. `Motion carried, 5/0, deProsse and Foster absent.
4:50 P.M. Staff present: Berlin, Stolfus, Sheets, Showalter, Ryan,
rxrt Schreiber.;,; Moved by Vevera seconded by Balmer to adjourn. Motion
carried unanimously. 5:20 P.M.
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