HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977-08-30 Council MinutesMINUTES OF OFFICIAL ACTIONS OF COUNCIL
AUGUST 30, 1977
The cost of publishing the following proceedings
& claims is $ . Cumulative cost for this
calendar year— for said publication is $
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 8/30/77,T$0—
P.M. at the Civic Center. Councilmembers present:
Balmer, deProsse, Foster, Neuhauser, Perret,
Vevera. Absent: Selzer. Mayor Neuhauser presiding.
Harry Ambrose appeared and expressed concern
about Mr. Larew's letter objecting to the discotheque
he is building above Nemo's. City Mgr. Berlin sug-
gested that he obtain a certificate of structural
soundness from the Engineering Dept.
Betsy Hillman,presented a petition asking that
Council reconsider last week's motion to condemn
property surrounding Hickory Hill Park which is
known as Windsor Hgts., Pt. 5. Moved by Perret,
seconded by deProsse, to receive & file the
petition. Motion carried, 6/0, Selzer absent.
Others appearing cont. Hickory Hill Park were:
John Dornfeld, Free Environment; Linda Donelson;
'
Ira Bolnick, IA PIRG; Steve Freedkin; Arthur Bos;
Carol Vorwald, on behalf of Camp Fire Girls; Jesse
King and Christina Summer. Moved by Neuhauser,
„
seconded by deProsse, to reconsider the vote taken
8/23/77, to condemn the Schlaegel tract for park
'
purposes. Roll call: Ayes: deProsse, Neuhauser,
Perret. Nays: Balmer, Foster, Vevera. Motion
failed, 3/3, Selzer absent. At this time, Betsy
' ?
Hillman withdrew the petitions submitted earlier.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Foster, to
receive and file John Dornfeld's statement and
letters from Nancy Stellwagen & Bruce & Wendy
tr
Gronbeck cont. Hickory Hill Park. Motion carried,
6/0, Selzer absent.
In reference to Keith Kafer's letter on behalf
of Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Neuhauser informed
it was Council's recommendation at yesterday's
informal mtg. to ask if the Chamber would be
willing to match the City's funds re a cooperative
advertising program for economic development.
Moved by Foster, seconded by Perret, that the
following.items & recomm. in the Consent Calendar
be approved and/or adopted as presented:
Approval of Official Actions, reg. Council
mtg., 8/16/77, subject to correction as
recomm. by City Clerk.
Minutes of Bds. &Comms.: Comprehensive
Plan Coord.'Conn.-8/11/77; P&Z Comm. -8/18/77.
Permit Res., Res. Bk. 41, as recomm. by
City Clerk: Res. H77-339, p. 691, Approving
Class B Liquor Control License application
and Res. M17-340, p. 692, Approving Class B
'
Liquor Control Sunday Sales License application
r
for The Highlander Inn & Supper Club, R.R.2.
Res. H77-341, p. 693, Approving Class C
Liquor Control License application & Res.
,.,.'
N77-342, P. 694, Approving Class C Liquor
S
Control unday Sales License application for
The Brown Bottle, 114 S. Clinton. Res. #77-
343, p. 695, to Refund Portion of Beer Permit
& Res. #77-345, p. _697, to Refund Cigarette
Permit to Silver Ball, Ltd., 529 S. Gilbert.
Res. #77-344, p. 696, Approving Cigarette
Permits. Res. #77-346, p. 698, to Issue
Dancing Permit to Marquette Club, Knights of
Columbus Bldg. Assoc., 328 E. Washington.
Res. #77-347, p. 699, to Issue Dancing Permit
to The Highlander Inn & Supper Club. R.R.2.
Motion approving disbursements for 6/1-
30/77, in the amount of $1,171,228.47, as
recomm. by Finance Dir., subi. to audit.
Correspondence: Telford Larew, Larew Co.,
re discotheque above Nemo's; Celeste Hoherz
re lack of Civil Defense/Tornado Siren in
Manville Hgts.; Valentine Christian, re
drinking water; Keith Kafer, I.C. Chamber of
Commerce, re cooperative advertising prog.
for economic dev.; referred to City Mgr.
City Atty. John Hayek, re Sign Ord. amendment
to allow banners for special events. C.E.
Peterson, Airport Comm. Chairman, re Airport
Master Plan Study.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Selzer
absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Foster, to adopt
Res. #77-348, pp. 700-701, Approving Final Plat of
Hawkeye Hgts. as recomm. by P&Z Comm. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Selzer absent.
Moved by Foster, seconded by deProsse, to set a
public hearing on sites for proposed Waste Water
Treatment Plant for 9/27/77, 7:30P.M., at the
Civic Center. Motion carried, 6/0, Selzer absent.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to adopt
the RES. AUTHORIZING CITY MGR. TO EXERCISE OPTION
TO PURCHASE TRACT OF LAND KNOWN AS THE SHOWERS
PROPERTY. Moved by Foster, seconded by Vevera, to
amend the Res. by striking in the para. #1 the
words "exercise the City's option" and insert in
lieu thereof "direct City Legal staff to initiate
condemnation proceedings." Parks & Rec. Dir.
Dennis Showalter was present. After further
discussion the roll call vote on the amendment
was: Ayes: Vevera, Foster. Nays: Neuhauser,
Perret, Balmer, deProsse. Motion failed, 2/4,
Selzer absent. Roll call on motion to adopt RES.
#77-349, RES. BK 41, pp. 702-703, AUTHORIZING THE
CITY: MGR. TO EXERCISE OPTION TO PURCHASE A TRACT
OF,LAND KNOWN AS THE SHOWERS PROPERTY: Ayes:
Perret, Balmer, deProsse, Neuhauser. Nays:
Foster, Vevera. Res. adopted, 4/2, Selzer absent.
Council discussed the proposed amendment to the
Home Rule Charter concerning time limitations for
initiatives or referendums to be placed on election
ballots. deProsse asked City Atty. Hayek to check
into the possibility of using Sec. 2.11.(B) to
remedy the time limit situation. City Atty. Hayek
stated he would follow this up but suggested the
1st consideration of the proposed Ord. be given.
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, that the
Ord., AN AMENDMENT TO THE HOME RULE CHARTER FOR
THE CITY BY PROVIDING THAT INITIATIVE OR REFERENDUM
PROPOSALS BE HELD AT REG. CITY OR GENERAL ELECTIONS
WHICH NEXT OCCUR MORE THAN 25 DAYS AFTER THE
EXPIRATION OF THE APPROPRIATE PERIOD FOR CONSIDER-
ATION BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND AMENDING SEC. 7.05(B)
THEREOF be considered and given 1st vote for
passage. Motion carried, 6/0, Selzer absent.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Selzer
absent.
Mayor Neuhauser declared the public hearing on
the proposed taxicab fares & charges open. Ralph
Oxford, owner of Super Cab & Yellow Checker Cab
Cos., & Terry Walter,appeared. Moved by Foster,
seconded by deProsse, to approve the increase in
fares & charges as requested by Super Cab &
Yellow Checker Cab Cos. Motion carried, 6/0,
Selzer absent.
City Atty. Hayek explained the revised ORD. TO
REPEAL THE ELECTION PROCEDURES IN ART. III OF THE
HOME RULE CHARTER FOR THE CITY OF IOWA CITY IN
ORDER TO ELIMINATE INCONSISTENCIES BETWEEN ART.
III OF THE HOME RULE CHARTER AND CHAP. 376, CITY
ELECTIONS OF THE 1977 IOWA CODE. Moved by deProsse,
seconded by Perret, to table the Ord. Motion
carried, 6/0, Selzer absent.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, that
ORD. AMENDING ORD. N76-2807, THE STORM WATER
MANAGEMENT ORD. be considered and given 1st vote
for passage. Motion carried, 6/0, Selzer absent.
Affirmative roll call unanimous, 6/0, Selzer
absent.
Moved by Perret, seconded by deProsse, that
ORD. TO AMEND ORDS. N75-2783 & N77-2826, THE IOWA
CITY MUN. ELECTION CAMPAIGN FINANCE ORD. BY
REQUIRING DISCLOSURE OF CONTRIBUTIONS TO & EXPENDI-
TURES BY A POLITICAL COMM. FOR THE PURPOSE OF
SUPPORTING OR OPPOSING A BALLOT ISSUE AND BY.
IMPOSING LIMITATIONS ON THE AMOUNT AN INDIVIDUAL
OR COMM. CONTRIBUTES TO A POLITICAL COMM. FOR THE
PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING OR OPPOSING A BALLOT ISSUE
be considered and given 1st vote for passage.
Perret informed Council of a method used by 23
states in the U.S. to control contributions &
expenditures. Moved by Perret, seconded by deProsse,
to defer the above Ord. until Council has had an
opportunity to learn more about the method which
Perret discussed.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Foster, to adopt
RES. #77-350, Res. Bk. 41, p. 704, APPROVING
PRELIMINARY PLAT OF BDI SECOND ADDITION. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Selzer absent.
Senior Planner Don Schmeiser was present to answer
questions.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Foster, to adopt
RES. N77-351, Res. Bk. 41, pp. 705-708, AUTHORIZING
OVERWIDTH PAVING AGREEMENTS FOR Court Hill/Scott
Blvd., Pts. 3, 5, & 6. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Selzer absent.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Foster, to adopt
RES. #77-352, Res. Bk. 41, p. 709, ACCEPTING
SANITARY SEWER & PAVING IN ORCHARD COURT SUBDIVISION
as constructed by Nielson Constr. Co. and Metro
Pavers. Affirmative roll call vote unamious, 6/0,
Selzer absent.
Moved by Foster, seconded by Perret, to adopt
RES. H77-353, Res. Bk. 41, pp. 710-718, AUTHORIZING
MAYOR TO SIGN A CONTRACT WITH VEENSTRA & KIMM OF
W. DES MOINES, IA, FOR DESIGN SERVS. FOR THE RIVER
CORRIDOR TRUNK SEWER. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Selzer absent.
Moved by Foster, seconded by Perret, to adopt
RES. k77-354, Res. Bk. 41, p. 719, ESTABLISHING
LIABILITY INSURANCE LIMITS WITH RESPECT TO TAXICABS.
Ralph Oxford appeared and objected to the proposed
limits. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
6/0, Selzer absent.
+ Moved by deProsse, seconded by Balmer, to adopt
RES. N77-355, Res. Bk. 41, pp. 720-722, PROPOSING
TO SELL A PART OF FERSON AVE. IN BLACK'S PARK ADD.
TO THE CITY OF IOWA CITY ABUTTING OWNERS. Affirma-
tive roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Selzer absent.
Moved by Foster, seconded by Vevera, to adopt
' RES. N77-356, Res. Bk. 41, pp. 723-724, AMENDING
THE DESIGN STANDARDS FOR PUBLIC WORKS IMPROVEMENTS
IN IOWA CITY, IA, BY THE INCLUSION OF AN ADDITIONAL
SECTION PERTAINING TO EROSION & SEDIMENTATION
CONTROL. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
' 6/0, Selzer absent.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Foster, to
adjourn the mtg. Motion carried, 6/0. (9:45 P.M.)
i4 For a more detailed & complete description of
Council Activities & Disbursements, see Office of
- City Clerk & Finance Department.
s/MARY C. NEUHAUSER, MAYOR
s/ABBIE STOLFUS, CITY CLERK 9/13/77
}, d 4tc,�,i.y
�a
0
141
MOTES OF OFFICIAL ACTIONS OF COAL
AUGUST 16, 1977
The cost of publishing the following proceedings &
claims is $ . Cumulative cost for this cal-
endar year for— a d—publication is $
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg. 8/16/77, 7:30
P.M., at the Civic Center. Councilmembers present:
Balmer, deProsse, Foster, Neuhauser, Perret,
Selzer, Vevera. Absent: None. Mayor Neuhauser
presiding. The minutes of this mtg. are recorded
on Reel #77-24.
City Clerk Abbie Stolfus asked that a Res.
Approving Class C Liquor License application and
Res. Approving Class C Liquor Sunday Sales License
application for Senor Pablos, Ltd. dba/Senor
Pablos, 830 1st Ave., be added to the Consent
Calendar. City Mgr. Berlin requested that a
public hearing be set on the proposed taxicab
fares & charges and an additional public hearing
for the State Transit Assistance Prog. Moved by
Foster, seconded by Selzer, that the following
items and recomns. in the Consent Calendar be
approved and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of off. actions, reg. Council
mtg., 8/2/77, subj. to correction, as recomm.
by City Clerk.
Minutes of Bds. & Comms.: Comprehensive
Plan Coord. Comm. -7/28/71 & 7/30/77; Housing
Conn. -7/14/77; Human Rights Comm. -7/25/55;
P&Z Comm. -8/4/77.
Permit,Res's., Res. Bk. 41, as recomm. by
City Clerk: Res. #77-313, p. 649, Approving
Class B Beer Permit application for T.G.I.
Friday's, 11 S. Dubuque. Res. #77-314, p.
650, Approving Class B Beer Permit application
and Res. #77-315, p. 651, Approving Class B
Beer Sunday Sales Permit application for The
Sanctuary Restaurant, 405 S. Gilbert. Res.
#77-316, p. 652, Approving Class C Beer
Permit application and Res. #77-317, p. 653,
Approving Class C Beer Sunday Sales application
for Hy -Vee Food Store #2, 310 N. 1st Ave.
Res. #77-318, p. 654, Approving Class C Beer
Sunday Sales Permit application for Walgreen's,
1646 Sycamore St. Res. #77-319, p. 655,
Approving Class C Liquor License application
and Res. #77-320, p. 656, Approving Class C
Liquor Sunday Sales License application for
Plamor Bowling, Inc., 1555 1st Ave. Res.
#77-321, p. 657, Approving Class C Liquor
License application for Bull Market, Inc.,
323 E. Washington. Res. #77-322, p. 658,
Approving Class C Liquor License application
and Res. #77-323, p. 659, Approving Class C
Liquor Sunday Sales License for Senor Pablos,
830 1st Ave.
Motions setting public hearings: 2 hearings
on State Transit Assistance Prog. grants -
9/6/77 & 9/20/77, taxicab fares & charges -
8/30/77, all at 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center.
Correspondence: Richard Stevens, Pres. of
Where One or More Gather, Inc., re leasing of
Clinton St. Mall modular; Della Grizel, re
sidewalk repair; both referred to City Mgr.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, all Council -
members present.
Council noted the P&Z Comm.'s recomms. for
Council to approve application made by Barker &
Barker Dev. Co. to annex 2.7 acre tract of land
located west of Hwy. 1 & Dane's Dairy & contiguous
to south City limits, to approve prel. plat submitted
by BDI for tract of land located north of Heinz
Rd. & west of Scott Blvd. with waivers & contingencies,
and approve final plat of Valley View of River
Hgts., 2nd Add.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Foster, to set a
public hearing on 9/6/77, 7:30 P.M., at the Civic
Center, to rezone the Barker tract of land located
west of Hwy. 1 & Dane's Dairy and contiguous to
the south City limits to CH zone. Motion carried,
7/0.
Mayor Neuhauser announced there were 3 vacancies
expiring 10/l/79, 1 vacancy expiring 3/l/79, 1
vacancy expiring 3/1/78, and 1 vacancy expiring
7/1/78 on the Comm. on Community Needs and 1
vacancy expiring 10/26/81 for a licensed elec.
contractor on the Bd. of Elec. Examiners & Appeals.
These appointments will be made on 9/20/77.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to
approve the Mayor's appointment of Susan Davison,
406 N. Dubuque, Apt. 9, to the Human Rights Comm.
for an unexpired term ending 1/1/80. Motion
carried, 7/0.
deProsse called attention to Council's consider-
ation of purchase of park land in Windsor Hgts.
area,and atty.'s opinion will be discussed at
Monday's mtg. with the Chairman of Parks & Rec.
Comm. present in an executive session.
Irvin Pfab appeared concerning the importance
of communication, reiterating his request to do
something about improving amplification in the
Council Chambers so that the audience can hear
what is being said.
City Mgr. Berlin reported that the date of
9/14, at 3 P.M. at the Highlander had been confirmed
with Clayton Ringgenberg for the mtg. with Council.
City Clerk Abbie Stolfus read the Certificate
of Sufficiency which stated that sufficient valid
signatures had been received on the petition for
the initiative ord. entitled, "An Ordinance to
Implement the Purposes of the Minimum Housing
Standards, to Clarify Rights and Obligations of
Landlords and Tenants and to Encourage Them to
Improve the Quality of Housing, to Provide Tenants
with Security of Tenure and to Protect Them From
Retaliation, and to Protect Tenants and Others
from Discrimination in Housing Transactions."
Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to accept the
Certificate. Motion carried unanimously. City
Mgr. Berlin stated that the Ord. would be placed
on the •nda after staff reports had been
received concerning housing and inspection services
and financial implications, and from the Legal
Staff, probably by the end of the month. Clemens
Erdahl, Don Standley and Ira Bolnick read statements
as presented. Moved by deProsse, seconded by
P3rret, to set a public hearing on the proposed
ord. on 9/13/77, at 7:30 P.M. Motion carried,
6/1, Balmer voting 'no'.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, that the
ORD. TO REPEAL THE ELECTION PROCEDURES IN ART. III
OF THE HOME RULE CHARTER FOR THE CITY OF IOWA CITY
IN ORDER TO ELIMINATE INCONSISTENCIES BETWEEN ART.
III OF THE HOME RULE CHARTER AND CHAP. 376, CITY
ELECTIONS OF THE 1977 IOWA CODE be considered and
given 2nd vote for passage. Motion carried, 7/0.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, all Council -
members present.
Moved by Foster, seconded by Perret, the the
ORD. VACATING A PART OF FERSON AVE. IN BLACK'S
PARK ADD., IOWA CITY, IOWA, BETWEEN THE NORTH R -O-
W LINE OF PARK RD. AND THE SOUTH R -O -W LINE OF
GOULD ST, be considered and given 2nd vote for
passage. Motion carried, 7/0. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, that the
rule requiring that ords. must be considered and
voted on for passage at 2. Council mtgs. prior to
the mtg. at which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, that the 1st & 2nd consideration and
vote be waived, and that the ord. be voted upon
for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Selzer, seconded by Foster, that ORD.
#77-2856, Ord. Bk. 12, pp. 159-160, AMENDING THE
TAXICAB ORD. #77-2844 TO PROVIDE THAT TAXICAB
CERTIFICATE HOLDERS WHO COMMENCED APPLICATION FOR
CERTIFICATE RENEWAL BEFORE THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF
ORD. #77-2844 SHALL BE ALLOWED TO RENEW THEIR
CERTIFICATE UNDER THE TERMS OF THE PREVIOUS ORD.
be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Foster, that RES.
#77-324, Res. Bk. 41, p. 660, DIRECTING ACCEPTANCE
OF WATER BOND TENDERS be adopted. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, all Councilmembers
present.
Moved by Foster, seconded by Perret, that RES.
#77-325, Res. Bk. 41, pp. 661-662, AUTHORIZING
HOUSING REHABILITATION GRANT BE PROVIDED THROUGHOUT
THE CDBG PROG. AREA be adopted. Irvin Pfab
appeared. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Selzer, seconded by Foster, to adjourn
the mtg. Motion carried, 7/0. (9:15 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
August 30, 1977
0
0
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
AUGUST 16, 1977
7:30 P.M.
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg. 8/16/77, 7:30 P.M., at the Civic Center.
Councilmembers present: Balmer, deProsse, Foster, Neuhauser, Ferret,
Selzer, Vevera. Absent: None. Staffinembers present: Berlin, Schreiber,
Stolfus, Kushnir. Mayor Neuhauser presiding. The minutes of this mtg.
are recorded on Reel #77-24.
City Clerk Abbie Stolfus asked that a Res. Approving Class C Liquor
License application and Res. Approving Class C Liquor Sunday Sales
License application for Senor Pablos, Ltd. dba/Senor Pablos, 830 1st
Ave., be added to the Consent Calendar. City Mgr. Berlin requested that
a public hearing be set on the proposed taxicab fares & charges and an
additional public hearing for the State Transit Assistance Prog. Moved
by Foster, seconded by Selzer, that the following items and recomms. in
the Consent Calendar be approved and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of off. actions, reg. Council mtg., 8/2/77, subj, to
correction, as recomm. by City Clerk.
Minutes of Bds. & Comms.: Comprehensive Plan Coord. Comm. -7/28/77
& 1/30/77; Housing Comm. -7/14/77; Human Rights Comm. -7/25/55; P&Z
Comm. -8/4/77.
`
Permit Res's., Res. Bk. 41, as recomm. by City Clerk: Res. #77-
313, p. 649, Approving Class B Beer Permit application for T.G.I.
Friday's, 11 S. Dubuque. Res. #77-314, p. 650, Approving Class B
Beer Permit application and Res. #77-315, p. 651, Approving Class B
'Beer+Sunday Sales Permit application for The Sanctuary Restaurant,
405 S. Gilbert. Res. #77-316, p. 652, Approving Class C Beer
Permit application and Res. #77-317, p. 653, Approving Class C Beer
ti
Sunday Sales application for Hy -Vee Food Store #2, 310 N. 1st Ave.
Res. #77-318, p. 654, Approving Class C Beer Sunday Sales Permit
" application for Walgreen's, 1646 Sycamore St. Res. #77-319, p.
655, Approving Class C Liquor License application and Res. #77-320,
p.`656, Approving Class C Liquor Sunday Sales License application
for Plamor Bowling, Inc., 1555 1st Ave. Res. #77-321, p. 657,
Approving Class C Liquor License application for Bull Market, Inc.,
323 E. Washington. Res. #77-322, p. 658, Approving Class C Liquor
License application and Res. #77-323, p. 659, Approving Class C
Liquor Sunday Sales License for Senor Pablos, 830 1st Ave.
Motions setting public hearings: 2 hearings on State Transit
Assistance Prog. grants -9/6/77 & 9/20/77, taxicab fares & charges -
8/30/77, all at 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center.
Correspondence: Richard Stevens, Pres. of Where One or More
Gather, Inc., re leasing of Clinton St. Mall modular; Della Grizel,
re sidewalk repair; both referred to City Mgr.
O
Cil Activities
August 16, 1977
Page 2
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, all Councilmembers present. Mayor
Neuhauser announced the public hearings as noted above.
Council noted the P&Z Comm.'s recomms. for Council to approve applica-
tion made by Barker & Barker Dev. Co. to annex 2.7 acre tract of land
located west of Hwy. 1 & Dane's Dairy & contiguous to south City limits,
to approve prel. plat submitted by BDI for tract of land located north
of Heinz Rd. & west of Scott Blvd. with waivers & contingencies, and
approve final plat of Valley View of River Hgts., 2nd Add.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Foster, to set a public hearing on
9/6/77, 7:30 P.M., at the Civic Center, to rezone the Barker tract of
land located west of Hwy. 1 & Dane's Dairy and contiguous to the south
City limits to CH zone, as per P&Z Comm.'s recomm. Motion carried, 7/0.
Mayor Neuhauser announced there were 3 vacancies expiring 10/1/79, 1
vacancy expiring 3/1/79, 1 vacancy expiring 3/1/78, and 1 vacancy expiring
7/1/78 on the Comm. on Community Needs and 1 vacancy expiring 10/26/81
for a licensed elec. contractor on the Bd. of Elec. Examiners & Appeals.
These appointments will be made on 9/20/77.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to approve the Mayor's appoint-
ment.of Susan Davison, 406 N. Dubuque, Apt. 9, to the Human Rights Comm.
for in unexpired term ending 1/1/80. Motion carried, 7/0.
deProsse called attention to Council's consideration of purchase of
park land inWindsor Hgts. area, noting that the purchase price is now
$250000, which is higher than the City had discussed initially. This
was:. discussed in executive session, and the opinion of the City Atty.
Was -requested on condemnation procedures. The opinion will be discussed
at Monday's mtg. with the Chairman of Parks & Rec. Comm. present in an
executive session. It was explained that Council must proceed with
approval of the plat as one issue, and if they want to acquire the
property, it is a separate issue, but there is no longer a chance to
acquire it through negotiations with the property owner. City Mgr. Neal
Berlin pointed out that HUD would not even allow undertaking of appraisals;
so administratively the position will be, as we go into a new budget
i .year; that use of block grant monies is not a viable tool for land.
acquisition for any purpose whatsoever.
deProsse expressed satisfaction with the Muscatine Ave. prof., although
she had consistently opposed it. Neuhauser questioned what future
action should be taken to acquire property on Johnson St. under the
Ralston'Creek proj. The staff is considering alternatives. Selzer
commented
'on his disappointment with the operation of the tornado sirens.
The problems, policy, dissemination of information & gaps in coverage by
- sirens will be discussed with the new Civil Serv. Dir. Pat McCarney.
Balmer, commended City Mgr. Berlin on action taken re the tornado.
Foster was directed to have Louis Pasteur's on N. Dubuque contact the
City legal staff concerning liability for water damage.
Vevera advised that the water was not out of the banks of south
branch of Ralston Creek last night, so it was helpful to keep the creek
cleared out. Irvin.Pfab appeared concerning the importance of commu-
nication; reiterating his request.to do something about improving
amplification in the Council Chambers so'that•the audience can hear what
is being said.
- ' • Coil Activities
August 16, 1977
Page 3
City Mgr. Berlin reported that the date of 9/14, at 3 P.M. at the High-
lander had been confirmed with Clayton Ringgenberg for the mtg. with
Council.
City Clerk Abbie Stolfus read the Certificate of Sufficiency which
'
stated that sufficient valid signatures had been received on the petition
for the initiative ord, entitled, "An Ordinance to Implement the Purposes
of the Minimum Housing Standards, to Clarify Rights and Obligations of
_
Landlords and Tenants and to Encourage Them to Improve the Quality of
`
Housing, to Provide Tenants with Security of Tenure and to Protect Them
From Retaliation, and to Protect Tenants and Others from Discrimination
in Housing Transactions." Moved by Perret, seconded by Vevera, to
accept the Certificate. Motion carried unanimously. City Mgr. Berlin
stated that the Ord. would be placed on the agenda after staff reports
had been received concerning housing and inspection services and financial
implications, and from the Legal Staff, probably by the end of the
month. Clemens Erdahl, Don Standley and Ira Bolnick read statements as
presented. Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, to set a public
hearing on the proposed ord. on 9/13/77, at 7:30 P.M. Motion carried,
6/1, Balmer voting 'no'. Balmer asked if the Housing Comm. had considered
information on Rental Housing Mediation Serv. Harry Baum commented,
-noting that Protective Assoc, of Tenants performs that service if it
-
can. Suggestions for amending initiative procedures under the Charter
.•
f
will be considered later.
,f
dl�y
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, that the ORD. TO REPEAL THE
ELECTION PROCEDURES IN ART. III OF THE HOME RULE CHARTER FOR THE CITY OF
IOWA CITY IN ORDER TO ELIMINATE INCONSISTENCIES BETWEEN ART. III OF THE
I
HOME RULE CHARTER AND CHAP. 376, CITY ELECTIONS OF THE 1977 IOWA CODE be
considered and given 2nd vote for passage. Motion carried, 7/0. Affir-
'
mative roll call vote unanimous, all Councilmembers present.
kt
i_
Moved by Foster, seconded by Perret, the the ORD. VACATING A PART OF
FERSON AVE. IN BLACK'S PARK ADD., IOWA CITY, IOWA, BETWEEN THE NORTH R-
,..,
0-W`LINE OF PARK RD. AND THE SOUTH R -O -W LINE OF GOULD ST. be considered
and given 2nd vote for ,passage. Motion carried, 7/0. Affirmative roll
,`,_,•,
'call vote unanimous, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by deProsse, seconded by Perret, that the rule requiring that
'
ords. must be considered and voted on for passage at 2 Council mtgs.
prior to the mtg. at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, that
the lst & 2nd consideration and vote be waived, and that the ord. be
voted upon for final passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote
`
unanimous, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Selzer, seconded by
Foster, that ORD. N17-2856, Ord. Bk. 12, pp. 159-160, AMENDING THE
'TAXICAB ORD. #77-2844 TO PROVIDE THAT TAXICAB CERTIFICATE HOLDERS WHO
COMMENCED APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATE RENEWAL BEFORE THE EFFECTIVE DATE
OF .ORD. N77-2844 SHALL BE ALLOWED TO RENEW THEIR CERTIFICATE UNDER THE
TERMS OF THE PREVIOUS ORD, be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Foster, that RES. H77-324, Res, Bk. 41,
p. 660, DIRECTING ACCEPTANCE OF WATER BOND TENDERS be adopted. Affir-
mative roll call vote unanimous, all Councilmembers present,
I'
Cil Activities
August 16, 1977
Page 4
Moved by Foster, seconded by Perret, that RES. H77-325, Res. Bk. 41, pp.
661-662, AUTHORIZING HOUSING REHABILITATION GRANT BE PROVIDED THROUGHOUT
THE CDBG PROG. AREA be adopted. Housing & Inspection Servs. Dir. Kucharzak
explained the program's progress and response of citizens. Irvin Pfab,
1610 Rochester, appeared. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, all
Councilmembers present.
Council discussed problems involved with the proposed construction of
a discotheque/tavern on the 2nd floor of the Nemo's building. Moved by
Selzer seconded by Foster, to adjourn the mtg. Motion carried, 7/0.
P
(9:15 .M.)
r.
Ji.
MARY C. NEUHAUSER, MAYOR
ABBIE STOLFUS, CITY CLERK
i
L
j
R' J
,
L1 V
I
1J('} y Yt i11.'t 1
rr11Yj'[ 4Mzi -
f
r
sE �
qxY
J
S
f
e ,
t '
Rt
E
0
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION
AUGUST 2, 1977
1:30 P.M.
0
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: August 2, 1977, 1:30 P.M., Conference Room
at the Civic Center. Tape recorded on Reels #77-23 and 25.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Neuhauser, Selzer, Vevera, Balmer, Perret (1:35
P.M.). ABSENT: deProsse, Foster.
I STAFFMEMBERS PRESENT: Berlin, Stolfus, Showalter, Glaves, Kraft, Geshwiler,
Schmeiser.
ZONING APPLICATIONS
Senior Planner Don Schmeiser was present for discussion of the following
items:
Windsor Hei hs
V - Alternatives for traffic are being drafted. The
su ivision 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;
ax
�.
and Irvin Pfab participated in the discussion. The developer will
draft another solution for access.
r4 `Court Hill -Scott Blvd. -V - Waivershave been filed. Third consideration
Y r<
of the Ordinance rezoning is on Tuesday agenda.
Vacation ofHollywood Boulevard - Research has shown that the title to
v ,} 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
ri 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.
" Pe erwood'Addition - There are no problems, and action can be taken
Tuesday.
MountProspect Addition IV - The packet contained previous Council
E
and the Mayor commented that the correspondence shows that
the developer would need to comply to storm water management ordinance.
• I10mal 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 ZoWnq Ordinance - Schmeiser advised that the special exceptions
concerning t e B-65—rd'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
design -left in the plan. Leaman outlined plans for shade structures, an
arbor-*pe,'roofshade for three areas. The architects were directed to
r,o sketchthese and let Director Showalter review them to see if the park
crew could work on them during the winter months.
Leaman and Zuchelli explained the dry multi-purpose space to be used for
the .$50,000 Focal Point designed into the plan. Council discussed
Y 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 the, original contract was that a.water feature is not an applicable`
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'ose: 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
flatter 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.'
• Informal 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
utilize 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
• Iomal 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 he City plans to oil roads. Selzer requested permission 10 attend
the.Economic Development Conference in Duluth. Vevera objected.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
1+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,
Schreiber.,,;Moved by Vevera seconded by Balmer to adjourn. Motion
r ' carried unanimously. 5:20 P.M.
4+u
r
M
r
+
s
F �
1
0
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION
AUGUST ii, 1977
1:30 P.M.
9
WindsorHeights - This item will not be added to the agenda until a
revision has been presented to Council.
INFORMAL COUNCIL DISCUSSION: August 8, 1977, 1:30 P.M., in the Conference
Room at the Civic Center. Mayor Neuhauser presiding. Tape recorded
on Reels N25 and 26.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: deProsse, Vevera, Neuhauser, Selzer, Balmer,
Perret, Foster. ABSENT: None.
STAFFMEMBERS PRESENT: Berlin, Stolfus.
ZONING APPLICATIONS
Senior Planner Don Schmeiser was present for discussion.
Hull's Country Estates - Assistant Johnson County Zoning Administrator
Judd TePaske was present for discussion. He advised that the
trailer houses will be removed before the County approves their
plat. He also stated that the County did.not say, 'no drives or
access onto Breeze road'.— The City staff has asked for a public
access easement to be provided along the rear property lines and
they will relinquish access rights to Sand Road, upon annexation.
,..
The applicant is not willing to submit a waiver, so it should be a
condition of approval of the final plat. Council asked that it be
a condition of the preliminary plat.
'
TePaske questioned procedure. Now the Board of Supervisor's approval
of a plat application is not conditioned upon the City approval.
`
City approval is needed only before the plat is recorded. The
,applicant could come to the City first. Joint consideration of a
request was suggested. Schmeiser commented that the P&Z Commission
wants to hold a meeting with the Johnson County Zoning group to
a,
discuss these kinds of questions. The City Manager pointed out
'
that the decisions that Council makes concerning the wastewater
treatment plant will.determine what will happen in that area.
Zoning Revision Concerning Parking - Schmeiser explained that in 1974
the following, "for existing prior to 1962, an addition
was not required to comply with Seca 3" was dropped from the Code.
The City Manager suggested that all references to churches be taken
out of the ordinance, and later an amendment concerning them would
be presented. There was Council consensus that if a church was
destroyed, it would be okay to rebuild it with the same parking.
i
Person Avenue - Schmeiser reported that a waiver on maintenance had
been presented. He will report regarding the utility easement if
it is over the whole right-of-way.
WindsorHeights - This item will not be added to the agenda until a
revision has been presented to Council.
• InTbrmal Meeting
August 8, 1977
Page 2
AGENDA
The one-way experiment on Keokuk Street is planned for 30-60 days. The
bank's concern was only if the one-way was west -bound. The one-way will
inconvenience the others who have written no matter which direction it
goes. Material will be provided concerning the discrepancies between
Section 3 of the Charter and the Iowa Code. It was suggested that a
reference be added to the Charter stating that election information will
be found in the State Code.
All three considerations of Item 9, the Ordinance Amending the Beer
Regulations, and Item 10, Ordinance Amending the Zoning Ord. Parking
Requirements will be given at the formal meeting, also for the Taxicab
Regulation Amendment Ord. The City Manager noted nothing new on that
situation. Transit Superintendent Hugh Mose is reporting on a survey
made. After discussion of whether or not the City or the riders should
pay the 15Q, and other alternatives such as subsidy for night service,
three Councilmembers indicated that they did not want to provide a 15t
subsidy. The City Manager stated that Council has not yet made the
decision that it is the responsibility of the City to provide transpor-
tation for 24 hours a day. Oxford has been asked to request a fare
adjustment. The SEATS contract is being reviewed by the Department of
_; Transportation.
COUNCIL TIME
deProsse mentioned that she had heard that some people are running their
septic tanks into Ralston Creek. The City Manager will check this out
if the locations can be provided. Concerning the Ralston Creek project,
Foster expressed disappointment in the direction that the engineers are
d' R C C C minutes of
taking, going back to channelization, as notein
July` .27th. The City Manager offered to have Plastino and the consultant
come -An and explain. Channelization would be where the City owns the
property. The R.C.C.C. discussion that if any G.O. Bonds are proposed
to be issued in FY 79 for Urban Renewal, to instead use HCDA funds for
Urban Renewal and G.O. Bonds for Ralston Creek was noted. There is a
tention sites, because of McLaughlin's
problem in'acquisition of land for de
objections to doing anything without environmental impact statements.
This funding change would not require a referendum.
Balmer stated he was pleased with the memo presented by Consultant
Zuchelli and Hunter and Associates, about recommendations for economic
development of Iowa City. The City Manager will be discussing the
details with Council. The Mayor commented that the community has never
decided exactly what they want and made an effort to go out and get it.
There should be a combined concentrated effort by the City Government,
and Chamber of Commerce and the University to go out and attract the
kinds of industry that would be acceptable to the community.
City Manager Berlin called attention to the memo concerning the Rape
Victim Advocacy program and the contract with the University. His
concern is about setting precedent in giving money to a University
sponsored activity. A majority of Councilmembers did not want the
Resolution placed on the agenda. The City Manager stated that the
• Intal Meeting
August 8, 1977
Page 3
University has been reluctant in the past to fund community groups
trying to deal with social problems in the community. Staff was asked
to pursue other alternatives regarding the contract or funding of a
certain element.
The City Manager asked for Council direction regarding what Council
wants to accomplish, kinds of information required, and the role for
Clayton Ringgenberg at the retreat to discuss the budget process for
FY79. He commented on zero based budgeting noting that the staff had
come up with a possible 150 units, there could be 3 or 4 ways to carry
out these budget units or functions, and for each of these alternatives,
there could be shown 3 or 4 budget levels, which would result in a
possible 1,500 various alternatives. He suggested identifying specific
areas where there might be problems. He suggested separating the
budget into two separate blocks: (1) Management By Objectives, which is
the first part of Zero Based Budgeting, to establish alternatives and
` priorities, and (2) Detailed dollars and cents preparation. Council
discussed whether or not to have the retreat before or after the start
of Nl in the budget process, and decided to have the retreat totally
independent of the budget, with no structured program, but with Ringgenberg
leading, and held before the Urban Renewal bids come in. (September
21st) `
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN -ISSUES AND ALTERNATIVES
Dennis Kraft and Rick Geshwiler from Community Development Department
werepresent to discuss the alternatives. Elimination will be done by
'consensus. Results were as follows:
ISSUE: What should be the eventual traffic circulation pattern in the
r downtown area?
Consensus to delete alternatives N1 and N4. In H3, the
word 'possibly' should be added after the word 'predictable'.
ISSUE:- ;How should parking be paid for in the downtown area?
Consensus to leave all alternatives in. In N3,
ride' means 'bus'.
ISSUE: 'What should the City do, in regard to urban design?
the word
Leave H1, N2 and N3 in.
ISSUE: Which development pattern would most effectively provided a
quality living environment for Iowa City's residents?
Consensus to eliminate alternative H1 and p2.
ISSUE: What rate of population growth is desired for Iowa City?
Agreement for alternative N2, delete others. Vevera,
Balmer, deProsse, Neuhauser and Selzer agreeing. Council
will consider qualitative aspects of growth later.
• Informal Meeting
August 8, 1977
Page 4
1
ISSUE: Should additional notice to affected citizens be required in
rezoning decisions?
Agreement to delete #3.
ISSUE: Should the current administrative procedures of the zoning and
subdivision ordinance be altered to expedite the time in which
plat approval, building permits, appeals and amendments are
processed?
Agreement to delete #2.
ISSUE: Should citizen participation in zoning decisions which affect
their neighborhoods be increased?
Leave both alternatives in.
ISSUE: What should the City's policy be regarding development activities
occurring outside the city limits but within the two-mile
extraterritorial control area of Iowa City?
'
Agreement to leave all 5 alternatives in. The Mayor
r
explained #5.
ISSUE: What park and recreation areas should the City provide and
maintain for present and future population?
For alternative #2, the standards are those approved in
the Community Facility report. Agreement to not study
Alternative #5, but to use word 'Consider'.
Mi
A
Moved by Foster and seconded by deProsse to adjourn to executive session
to discuss land acquisition. Upon roll call Balmer, deProsse, Foster,
Neuhauser, Perret, Selzer and Vevera voted 'aye'. Motion carried 4:00
P. M.,,Staffinembers present: Berlin, Stolfus, Showalter, Kraft, Sheets,
x
Vann,'.Dayton. Parks and Recreation Commission Chairman Stockman, Attorney
William Meardon. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Perret to adjourn.
Motion carried unanimously, 4:50 P.M.
,
4
1
•
I' INFORMAL COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 29, 1977
1:30 P.M.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: deProsse, Foster, Neuhauser, Vevera, Perret
(1:35 P.M.). ABSENT: Balmer, Selzer. Tape recorded on Reels N77-
26 & H77-28.
STAFFMEMBERS PRESENT: Berlin, Schreiber, Hayek, Brei, Schmeiser,
Kushnir, Boothroy, Dayton, Plastino, Dietz, Kraft, Geshwiler.
City Attorney Hayek was present to explain problems which had occurred
concerning the initiative proposal. He stated the certificate of suf-
ficiency had been signed on August 10 but notarized on August 11. The
initiative petitions should have been filed on July 20, but due to a
miscalculation, were filed on July 21. He pointed out the deadlines
involved: Council must have 60 days after the petitions have proved
sufficientin order to consider the proposal, and there must be 30 clear
days after the 60 before the election at which the proposal would be
submitted to the voters. Due to the miscalculation and incorrect certi-
ficate, the initiative proposal would miss this November's election.
City Attorney Hayek suggested that Council pass an ordinance which would
change the period between Council consideration and the election from 30
days to 25 days. He stated he would bring this matter up for Council's
1st consideration at the Formal meeting. A memo from Assistant City
Attorney Kushnir to Hayek which included attachments and the proposed
ordinance was distributed.
Mayor Neuhauser asked that future proposed ordinances come to
their original form with the portion to be deleted "x -ed" out
proposed wording to be typed in italics. City Manager Berlin
discussion concerning A.T.S. was taken off today's agenda due
NarVisson's illness.
ZONING APPLICATIONS
Council in
and the
announced
to Mr.
Senior Planners Don Schmeiser and Doug Boothroy were present for discus-
sion..
BDI 2nd Addition - The agreement with the developer includes a provision
w ere y of 5 will not be developed until it has been properly
subdivided. The developer has further agreed that there can be a
secondary means of access with Heinz Road so that Heinz Road will
connect with Scott Blvd.It was decided that P&Z Commission should
discuss the necessity of overwidth paving on the street extension.
' Hawke a Hei hts - The street
comp ete and accepted.
There were no objections
Formal meeting's agenda
and other public improvements have been
Everything is ready for Council's approval
to allowing this matter to be on the
as requested by the owner.
• Ormal Meeting
August 29, 1977
Page 2
Barker 1st Addition - P&Z Commission's contingencies included: (1)
compliance o Stormwater Management Ordinance, and (2) dedication
of 50'x100' triangle for future extension of Willow Creek Drive.
D.O.T. has agreed that the extension of Willow Creed Drive via the
triangle would be better than their present plans; however, they
haven't put it in writing. Schmeiser felt D.O.T. would install the
frontage road but there was no guarantee it would be according to
City's standards. He further stated approval of this subdivision
would come after rezoning and annexation.
COUNCIL TIME
deProsse asked that City staff check into the allegation made by a
citizen that park property is being used for access to Hickory Hill
Park. City Manager Berlin stated he would ask City Engineer Dietz to
check it out. The City Manager informed Council the Res. Authorizing
the City Manager to Exercise Option to Purchase Tract know as Showers
Estate would be on the agenda for the Formal meeting. Mayor Neuhauser
pointed out the memo from Thea Sando regarding the tours of senior
citizen centers in Minneapolis and Muscatine. Perret expressed interest
in attending.
Concerning the City's financial expenditures, Foster pointed out he did
not use the registration fee for E.P.A. Convention on Recycling in
Chicago, as he did not go. Vevera also stated he would be returning a
portion of his expenses from what was used for the Mayor's Convention in
'.Tuscon which he attended. As per Vevera's request, City Manager Berlin
willfindout if the appraised value of Ferson Avenue is what staff
--recommended.
Mayor Neuhauser stated she would like to discuss the Airport Master Plan
'with the Airport Commission as to its objectives, how ft will fit in
with the City's Comprehensive Plan, and how it fits in with the regional
airport study. There were no objections to scheduling it for an Informal
Council meeting. Council discussed the Resolution which would change
the'amount of liability insurance on taxicabs. Foster recommended
' having $50,000 for personal injury for 1 person, $100,000 for personal
injury for more than 1 person, and $25,000 for property damage. Mayor
Neuhauser expressed concern about the character of taxicab drivers. As
the City might be in the position of subsidizing taxicab businesses, it
would be the City's responsibility that responsible drivers be operating
cabs. Council came to the consensus to have Legal staff research as to
the possibility of regulating or licensing taxicab drivers.
The,majority of Councilmembers present was in favor of having the City
Manager contact the Chamber of Commerce in response to their letter, to
see if they would be interested in matching City funds for the coop
advertising program developed by the IA Dev. Comm. There was a brief
discussion of curb cuts. Public Works Director Plastino indicated as
the money becomes available, the curb cuts will be made. When asked
about method of recording Executive Sessions, Council agreed they wanted
the City Clerk to take notes and also to tape if allowed by law. Con-
cerning oiling of streets, Public Works Director Plastino indicated
Riverside Drive and Foster Road will be oiled in the very near future,
and other streets would be oiled when money becomes available.
•
Informal Meeting
August 29, 1977
Page 3
STORM WATER MANAGEMENT SPECIFICATIONS
Public Works Director Plastino discussed events leading up to the present
stormwater management ordinance and presented slides concerning erosion.
He stated a letter was sent to local developers concerning erosion
responsibility, and the proposal agreed upon was that developers would
be responsible up until the lot was sold. The proposed ordinance
amends this portion of the Stormwater Management Ordinance. He informed
Council the design standards should be accepted after passage of this
ordinance. Council asked that Public Works not approve of Windsor
Heights until they have approved the design standards.
WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT
Public Works Director Plastino stated the purpose of the following
presentation was to answer previous questions Council had on the Waste
Water Treatment Plant. City Engineer Dietz explained the importance of
choosing a site location for the plat as soon as possible was due to the
-facts that: (1) As it ties into the River Corridor Sewer Study, the
City would be eligible to apply for a grant from the D.E.Q. to construct
the plant. The application for the grant requires site location. (2)
In 'order to begin design of the plant, it is necessary to know the
location.
Community Development Director Kraft presented graphs depicting projections
for the years 2000 and 2030 concerning increase of dwelling units by
t...
years, population by years, and average people per dwelling unit. He
;indicated the means by which the figures were obtained. Regarding
'dwelling units, there were two projections: the number of people in
a
each unit could continue to decrease due to subsidized housing to elderly,
}
decline in birth rate, and change of living habits or it could rise
'
= slightly due to the increase in the cost of housing. He explained
benefits and disadvantages for constructing the plant at each of the
proposed sites. After further discussion, Kraft explained the North
r,
site would be the best choice for the plant due to the fact that it
'
could, accommodate 40,000 more people than the predicted population of
Iowa City in 2030, it would be cheaper to develop (in terms of streets,
waterlines, etc.), and would have a higher density of service.
Plastino briefly,discussed solids handling. He informed Council that
the U of I is working on a plan whereby they will handle their own water
solid waste. This plan should be completed by late November. Other
discussion centered on,the memo from Plastino concerning advantages and
r
disadvantages of using alum, recycling of alum, and archaeological
finds.It was the consensus of Council to set a public hearing to
3btain,input :from citizens as to their preference of the three proposed
r
-
sitesforthewaste water treatment plant.
The meeting adjourned at 3:55 P.M.