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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-08-22 Council MinutesI Informal Council Session July 25, 1969 Informal Council Session: July 25, 1989, 6:40 PM, In the Civic Center Council Chambers, Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers Present: Ambrisco, Balmer, Larson, Horowitz, McDonald, Kubby, Courtney (7:12 PM). Staffmembers Present: Halling, Karr, Gentry, Smith, DeLong, Schmeiser, Milkman, Vitosh. Tape-recording: Reel 89-41, Side 2, 306-1; Reel 89-46, Side 1, 1-277. PLANNING & ZONING MATTERS: Reel 89-41, Side 2 i A. PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 36 THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO DEFINE USED MERCHANDISE STORES AND PERMIT THEM IN THE COMMERCIAL INTENSIVE ZONE. Schmeiser stated Melissa Williams, owner of The Second Act, has requested the Proposed action; used merchandise stores is a category of retail uses which Include secondhand stores, used furniture stores and antique shops; and the Planning & Zoning Commission has recommended in favor of this request. Schmelser stated City staff has recommended against the proposals. Schmelser explained that up until 1983 Iowa City had an accumulative type of zoning ordinance, establishing a hierarchy of zones from a very restrictive land use (single- family) to a very low restriction of uses (industrial establishments). Examples are R-1 zone permitting single-family uses, R-2 zone permitting single-family uses and two family uses, R-3 zone permitting single-family uses, two family uses, and multi -family uses; commercial zones permitting all residential uses and commercial uses, industrial zones permitting virtually every use, and RM -1 zone permitting any use except uses in the industrial zone. Schmeiser stated in 1983 Iowa City changed the type of zoning ordinance to establish each zone with a restrictive exclusive list of uses that were intended to fulfill a specific purpose. Schmeiser noted the City departed from the accumulative type of zoning ordinance because a zoning ordinance that allows any uses is useless as far as trying to implement a comprehensive plan and is almost impossible to try to control future problems. Schmelser stated a problem when adopting the new zoning ordinance in 1983 was what to do with the land zoned M-1 which permitted any use. Schmelser explained staff Inventoried all the uses in the M-1 zone and prepared a list of uses which was eventually incorporated in the CI -1 zone. All the land zoned M-1 under the old zoning ordinance was zoned CIA to permit land consumptive commercial uses. Schmelser explained that retail uses per se were to be absolutely forbidden in the CIA zone because the City did not want retail use to locate throughout the community in the CIA zones and there was interest in concentrating retail use in planned growth commercial areas. Schmelser stated it is because merchandise stores are a retail use that staff is recommending against changing the ordinance. Schmeiser said the request by the applicant would be one more use that would erode the purpose of the CIA zone. B. C. 19 i Minutes Iowa City City Council Informal Session July 25, 1989 Page 2 Councilmembers discussed uses permitted in the CI -1 zone. In response to Larson and Kubby, Schmelser said uses consistent with land consumptive commercial uses are uses that devote a considerable amount of floor space to display, such as new and used car lots. Schmeiser said anything associated with auto and truck oriented uses are allowed in the CI -1 zone. Horowitz asked how many places in Iowa City are zoned CI -1. Schmeiser said there are many scattered throughout Iowa City. Horowitz stated the used merchandise area was not as developed in the 1970's and 1980's as is now and it presents a unique situation that Is different than normal retail facilities. Schmeiser said it Is a type of retail use that staff would prefer to have located in a retail shopping area. Horowitz noted The Crowded Closet should not fall under this category because the money received from selling donated items is given to missionaries. Schmeiser stated staff is looking at long-term erosion of the zone. Schmeiser stated there are 342 acres of CI.1 zoned land in Iowa City. Larson said used merchandise stores are more in common with other uses in the CI -1 zone because of the need for storage. Councilmembers discussed the storage needs of used merchandise stores. McDonald asked Councilmembers to discuss this item during the public hearing scheduled during Council's formal meeting. Rental) Schmeiser said the vacation and disposition will accomplish two things: 1) will reduce the number of street trees which Aero Rental would otherwise be required to provide In conjunction with the expansion of its establishment on larkwood and First Street, and 2) by vacating a nine foot strip of land along Aero Rental's south property line, it allows them to place street trees on the nine foot strip that otherwise would have to be located on their property and require the removal of a considerable amount of concrete. See above item B. No Council comment. Minutes Iowa City City Council Informal Session July 25, 1989 Page 3 E. Schmeiser explained the drive approach serving two properties located north of Loos Street could not be relocated without causing severe problems for the two property owners. Schmeiser stated staff has been in touch with the property owners and have agreed to purchase a different portion of the right-of-way. Schmeiser explained the property owner on the south will acquire 12-1/2 feet of the right-of-way and the property owner to the north will purchase 37-1/2 feet. Kubby asked if the two property owners to the north would not have to relocate their driveway. Schmelser assured Council - members that everybody is happy. LOWER RALSTON CREEK PARCELS C AND D: Reel 89.41, Side 2 Milkman stated it has always been the City's intention to dispose of any land remaining for use. Milkman explained Parcel C is located at the end of East Lafayette Street, west of the creek in CI -1 zone and the highest and best use in that area is for a commercial use on the ground floor with residential use above. Milkman stated Parcel D is located on the corner of Linn and Harrison Street in RM -145 zone, a high density mull( -family high-rise zone. Milkman stated both parcels $46,00appraised and $90(000 or Parcel D or those two Sand ithe best bids reted ceived werregested eforlces lessfthan ahall the suggested sale prices. Milkman asked if the bids should be accepted. Councilmembers discussed the appraisal, bids and marketability of Parcels C and D. Milkman explained the bid received for Parcel C is for the highest and best use, commercial and residential. Milkman explained two other developers are interested in preparing proposals and would like to negotiate. Councilmembers discussed thbid e bid process. Gentry stated It is currently a busy construction season for developers, which is to the City's disadvantage. Balmer noted the City is not getting value that the City wanted out of the property. Balmer stated he is inclined to proceed to accept the best offer, especially on Parcel C. Kubby stated her preference for negotiation. Larson stated that direct negotiation or use of a realtor should be considered. Councilmembers discussed the appraised price versus the bid price received. Milkman stated that if Council decided not to accept one of the bids, then Councilmembers should reject them all. Gentry stated the City could then re -publish and re- bid the parcels. Balmer stated he would agree to negotiate with Individuals that have submitted bid proposals, but is not Interested in going out and talking to anyone else. Horowitz stated she did not see the urgency of getting rid of the parcels, Ambrisco stated the parcels should be awarded to the person who is offering the greatest amount of money. McDonald stated he Is willing to accept bids as proposed. In response to Larson, Schmeiser stated he is convinced the City's market approach to selling the property is wrong. Councilmembers agreed to proceed and schedule for public hearing. I Reel 89-46, Side 1 L McDonald noted Consent Calendar agenda item 3f(1) will be deleted re maintenance and repair of the Capitol Street and Dubuque Street ramps. 2. Karr stated Council agenda item 16, Industrial development revenue bonds for Michael Development, should be deferred Indefinitely. The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m. I i i I j: I I i i I i I j: OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 8/8/89 The cost of publishing the following proceedings and claims is S . Cumulative cost for this calendar year for said publication Is $ Iowa City Council reg. mtg., 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambdsco, Balmer, Courtney, Kubby, Larson, McDonald. Absent: Horowitz The Mayor proclaimed August 12.13, 1989 as KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS TOOTSIE ROLL DAYS. Moved and seconded, that the following items and recom- mendations In the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions of the regular meeting of 7/25/89, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Airport Comm. - 6/20; Historic Preservation Comm. - 7/12; P&Z Comm. - 7/20; Police and Fire Retirement Systems Bds. - Joint mlg. - 7/25; Human Rights Comm. - 6126; P&R Comm. .7112; Bd. of Incorporators of the N.P.O. - 7/11; Airport Comm. - 6r4 spec. mig. Permit Motions and Resolutions: Class B Liquor License for The Highlander Inn & Supper Club, 2525 N. Dodge Street Class B Beer Permit for Lotito's Plea Ud., 321 S. Gilbert Street.. Class E Beer Permit for New Pioneer Coop, 22 S. Van Buren. Class C Liquor License for George's Buffet, 312 E. Market Street Class E Beer Permit for L&M Mighty Shop, Inc., 504 E. Burlington. Class C Liquor License for Senor Pablo's LTD, 830 1st Ave. RES. 89.198, ISSUING DANCING PERMITS. Correspondence: Vivian Buchan requesting that Irving Weber be formally designated as City Historian. Petition from 22 residents of the Longfellow School Neighborhood requesting that a permanent barrier be erected In the alley between Oakland Avenue and Schrader Field. Memo from the CNII Service Commission submitting a certified list of applicants for the following positions: Budget Management Analyst; Animal Control Officer, Assistant TPO/Pollutlon Control; Sr. Maintenance Worker/Pollution Control; Main- tenance Worker I/Recreatlon - Mercer Pool Facility; Assistant TPOAVater, Police Desk Clerk. Memo from the Traffic Engineer regarding time limit for the parking meters on the west side of the 300 block of South Dubuque Street. Applications for the Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Iowa Association of the Deaf for permission to use down- town streets on 8/9/89, for a pickup to pull a wagon from which a group will sing a song in sign language, approved, First Methodist Church to close the alley In back of the church, between Dubuque and Unn Streets, for a pig roast on 9/17/89, denied. Canon Robert Holzhammer In behalf d the Johnson County CROP Committee to have the 1989 CROP Walk to Stop Hunger on 9/24/89, approved. Applications for City Plaza Use Permits: Latin American Human Rights Advocacy Corder t0 set up a table on City Plaza during the period of 7r264VI3/69, from which to distribute literature and offer buttons and crafts for dona- tkxta, approved. James Clayton to set up a table on City Plaza on 7/30 and 8/2/89, from which to solicit signatures to a petition, approved. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded, to sol a public hearing for 8/22/89, on an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance to permit an Increase In building height In the Commercial Office, CO -1, Zone. The Mayor declared the motion carded. Ii L •I ,i. I� s 1 I ' Official Actions Augusta, 19a9 Page 2 Moved and seconded, to set a public hearing for 8/22/89, on an ordinance to amend the zoning Ordinance to clarify the rules and construction for zone boundaries. The Mayor declared the motion carried. A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing con- veyance of a vacated portion of First Street rigid of -way, west of Gilbert StreeL Moved and seconded, to adopt RES. 89.199, AUTHORIZ- ING CONVEYANCE OF A VACATED PORTION OF FIRST STREET, WEST OF GIL13ERT STREET IN IOWA CITY, Mored and seconded, that the rule requiring ordinances to be cansiderod and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finely passed be suspended, the first consideration and vote be waived and the second consideration be given at this time. The Mayor declared the motion carded. Moved and seconded, that the r 3 ordinance to amend Chapte6, Zoning Ordinance, to define used merchandise stores and permit them In the Commercial Intensive Zone, be given second vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion carded. Mesad and seconded, that the ordinance vacating a portion of the east -west alley 69M -0f -way located between Governor and Summit Streets, north of Bowery Street and south of Burlington Street, be given first vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion defeated. Moved and seconded, to adopt RES. 89-200, APPROVING THE PROPOSED EXPANSION OF AN ELECTRICAL URLrrY TRANSMISSION SYSTEM BY IOWA-IWNOIS GAS 6 ELEC- TRIC COMPANY. Moved and seconded, to approve the Certificate of Sur. ficlerCy regarding the referendum proceedings relative to the resolution amending the Comprehensive Plan Update by changing the land use classification of a 28 acre tract of land along Highway 1 West, North and West of the Iowa City Municipal Airport from Industrial to General Commerclal (WestPort Plaza), James Clayton, 304 Reno Street arta Agnes Kuhn, appeared In support of referendum and requesting Council repeal their prior decision regarding zoning in that area Anne Buss appeared In favor of the zoning and the Proposed developmenL The Mayor stated there was not a ma)ortly of Council Interested In repealing the resolution and dfrected the City Clerk to prepare a list of election dates for review by Council at their next meeting. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and seconded, to adopt RES, 89.201, INTENT TO ACCEPT BIDS BY THE PREFERRED DEVELOPER, S -M AN PARTNERS, ON URBAN RENEWAL PARCELS C D D, LOCATED IN THE LOWER RALSTON CREEK AREA, AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR SEPTEMBER 19, 1989, ON THE PROPOSED SALE AND CONVEYANCE OF PARCELS C AND D, AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SUCH ACTIONS. Moved and seconded, to adopt RES, 89.202, ENGAGING AUDITOR FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 1988. Moved and seconded, to adopt RES. 89-203, APPROVING THE OFFICIAL FINANCIAL REPORT FOR CITY STREETS AND PARKING AND THE OFFICIAL STREET CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM PROJECT STATUS REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 1989. Official Actions August 8, 1888 Page 3 Moved and seconded, to adopt RES. 89.2D4, AUTHORIZ- ING APPROVAL OF THE AGREEMENT ON EXCHANGE OF INFORMATION BETWEEN THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF -... REVENUE AND FINANCE AND THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, Moved and seconded, that the ordinance amending Chapter 321 entitled Taxation and Revenues; of the Code of Ordinances of the City Of Iowa City, Iowa, by amending new Permit fees for the Capitol Street Parking Ramp and a maxi- . mum dally rate for the Dubuque Street Parking Ramp, be given first vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion carded. Moved and seconded, that ORD. 893428, AMENDING CHAPTER 321, TAXATION AND REVENUES,- OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CIN, IOWA, BY REPEALING SECTION 32155 THEREOF, AND ENACTING IN UEU THEREOF A NEW SECTION TO BE CODIFIED THE SAME, SETTING THE AMOUNTS OF FEES FOR THE COL- LECTION OF APPLIANCES AND TIRES AND FOR THE DISPOSAL OF APPLIANCES AND TIRES AT THE LANDFILL, AND INCREASING THE MINIMUM FEE FOR LANDFILL USE, I be passed and adopted. Moved and seconded, to adjourn 8:40 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carded.. A more complete description of Council activities is on file In the office Of the Cly Clerk. spOHN MCDONL E MAYO SrMARIAN K KARR, CITY CLERK Submided for pubBcalion'8/1 i I i COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES August 8, 1989 Iowa City Council reg. mtg., 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Balmer, Courtney, Kubby, Larson, McDonald. Absent: Horowitz. Staffmembers present: Atkins, Halling, Timmins, Karr, Vitosh, Fowler, Schmelser. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 89-47, Side 1, 1 -END and Side 2, END -545. The Mayor proclaimed August 12-13,1989 as KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS TOOTSIE ROLL DAYS. The Mayor noted the addition of item 2(b)(8) Airport Comm. minutes. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Balmer, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions of the regular meeting of 7/25/89, as published, i subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Airport Comm. - 6/20/89; Historic Preservation Comm. - 7/12/89; P&Z Comm. - 7/20/89; Police and Fire Retirement Systems Bds. - Joint mtg. - 7/25/89; Human Rights Comm. - 6/26/89; P&R Comm. - 7/12/89; Bd. of Incorporators of the N.P.O. - 7/11/89; Airport Comm. - 6/22/89, spec. mtg. Permit Motions and Resolutions: Approving a Class B Liquor License for Highlander, Inc. dba The Highlander Inn & Supper Club, 2525 N. Dodge Street. Approving a Class B Beer Permit for Lotito's Pizza Ltd. dba Lotito's Pizza Ltd., 321 S. Gilbert Street. Approving a Class E Beer Permit for New Pioneer Cooperative Society dba New Pioneer Co-op, 22 S. Van Buren. Approving a Class C Liquor License for George's Buffet, Inc. dba George's Buffet, 312 E. Market Street. Approving a Class E Beer Permit for L&M Mighty Shop, Inc. dba L&M Mighty Shop, Inc., 504 E. Burlington. Approving a Class C Liquor License for Senor Pablo's LTD dba Senor Pablo's LTD, 830 1st. Ave. RES. 89-198, Bk. 102, p. 198, ISSUING DANCING PERMITS. Correspondence: Vivian Buchan requesting that Irving Weber be formally designated as City Historian. Petition from 22 residents of the Longfellow School Neighborhood requesting that a permanent barrier be erected in the alley between Oakland Avenue and Schrader Field. Memo from the Civil Service Commission submitting a certified list of applicants for the following positions: Budget Management Analyst; Animal Control Officer; Assistant TPO/Pollution Control; Sr. Maintenance Worker/Pollution Control; Maintenance Worker i/Recreation - Mercer Pool Facility; Assistant TPO/Water; Police Desk Clerk. Memo from the Traffic Engineer regarding time limit for the parking meters on the west side of the 300 block of South Dubuque Street. Applications for the Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Iowa Association of the Deaf for permission to use downtown streets on 8/9/89, for a pickup to pull a wagon from which a group will sing a song in sign language, approved. First Methodist Church to close the alley in back of the church, between Dubuque and Unn Streets, for a pig roast on 9/17/89, denied. Canon Robert Holzhammer in behalf of the Johnson County CROP Committee to have the 1989 CROP Walk to Stop Hunger on 9/24/89, approved, Council Activities August 8, 1989 Page 2 Applications for City Plaza Use Permits: Latin American Human Rights Advocacy Center to set up a table on City Plaza during the period of 7/26-8/13/89, from which to distribute literature and offer buttons and crafts for donations, approved. James Clayton to set up a table on City Plaza on 7/30 and 8/2/89, from which to solicit signatures to a petition, approved. Balmer noted the letter from residents of the Longfellow Neighborhood requesting a barrier in the alley between Oakland and Schrader Field and asked that Council pursue the matter and try to work out a solution. The City Manager stated a report from staff would be prepared prior to the next meeting. Kubby raised concerns re the lag time between meetings of Boards and Commissions and the Council actually receiving the minutes. Larson stated the problem seems to be getting the minutes approved prior to Council receipt. The City Clerk will look Into this matter. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Kubby, to set a public hearing for 8/22/89, on an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance to permit an increase in building height in the Commercial Office, CO -1, Zone. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Horowitz absent. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Courtney, to set a public hearing for 8/22/89, on an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance to clarify the rules and construction for zone boundaries. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Horowitz absent. A public hearing was held on a resolution authorizing conveyance of a vacated portion of First Street right-of-way, west of Gilbert Street. No one appeared. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 89-199, Bk. 102, p. 199, AUTHORIZING CONVEYANCE OF A VACATED PORTION OF FIRST STREET, WEST OF GILBERT STREET IN IOWA CITY, (Aero Rental). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Larson, seconded by Balmer, that the rule requiring ordinances to 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, the first consideration and vote be waived and the second consideration be given at this time. Council commended staff for coming up with an alternative solution and helping out such businesses. PPD Director Schmeiser noted that the ordinance before Council did Include the alternative language. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Larson, seconded by Ambrisco, that the ordinance to amend Chapter 36, Zoning Ordinance, to define used merchandise stores and permit them in the Commercial Intensive Zone, be given second vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Larson, seconded by Balmer, that the ordinance vacating a portion of the east. west alley right-of-way located between Governor and Summit Streets, north of Bowery Street and south of Burlington Street (Paul and Joan Victor), be given first vote for passage. The City Manager stated staff had reviewed the alley a number of times and that it was not the more Council Activities August 8, 1989 Page 3 traditional alley relative to analysis and reports. However, various options were researched and no solution was seen and that he was very reluctant to close any kind of thorough fare. The Mayor declared the motion defeated, 0/6, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: None. Nays: Larson, McDonald, Ambrisco, Balmer, Courtney, Kubby. Absent: Horowitz. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Larson, to adopt RES. 83200, Bk. 102, p. 200, APPROVING THE PROPOSED EXPANSION OF AN ELECTRICAL UTILITY TRANSMISSION SYSTEM BY IOWA -ILLINOIS GAS & ELECTRIC COMPANY at 2200 Heinz Road, Iowa City, Iowa. Kubby raised concerns regarding the screening on the northern side and questioned whether temporary screening should be required. PPD Director Schmeiser stated that Council could require a solid fence but noted that the land to the north was presently undeveloped and that the proposed screening would be reaching maturity prior to the development. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Councilmember Kubby requested an update on her concerns regarding tire shredding. The City Manager reported that he had contacted the Unn County Health Department regarding their air pollution control efforts and stated that the company currently burning the shredded material did have the appropriate technology to handle the material. He was also advised that the company was obligated to go thru a hearing process to obtain a permit with the State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and they are currently pursuing that process. City Manager Atkins reported that on Wednesday, 8/9, the City would be formally kicking off the Internal city employee sponsored paper recycling Initiative. He said employees would be separating waste paper at their desks and disposal would occur thru an agreement with City Carton. Moved by Kubby, seconded by Courtney, to approve the Certificate of Sufficiency regarding the referendum proceedings relative to the resolution amending the Comprehensive Plan Update by changing the land use classification of a 28 acre trap of land along Highway 1 West, North and West of the Iowa City Municipal Airport from Industrial to General Commercial (Westport Plaza). James Clayton, 304 Reno Street, and Agnes Kuhn, appeared in support of referendum and requesting Council repeal their prior decision regarding zoning In that area. Anna Buss appeared in favor of the zoning and the proposed development. The Mayor stated that the referendum process has been allowed to proceed to this point and that it would be cheating the process to repeal the resolution and not give the citizens and opportunity to vote on this matter. Balmer concurred with the Mayor's remarks and stated that the action taken for that area was proper. Larson noted his distress with mis-stated facts re this matter, said there was no action Council could take tonight that would stop the project, and that the unpopularity of a decision can't effect responsible policy makers decision. Kubby asked that the Council consider slowing down the process by not Issuing the building permit until after the election. Courtney stated his decision four years ago to run for Council was on an economic development ticket, noted no interest in the parcel when it was zoned Industrial and that both sides of the parcel are commercial, applauded the efforts of the petitioners and asked the process to proceed with an election. Ambrisco said there was no reason to change his vote on the matter, hoped the community would not be torn apart regarding this, and encouraged U be placed on the ballot in November when as many people as possible could decide ft. The Mayor stated there was not a majority of Council Interested in repealing the resolution and directed the City Clerk to prepare a list of election dates for review by Council Council Activities August 8, 1989 Page 4 at their next meeting. In response to Kubby the City Attorney stated the projected time table for issuance of a building permit to Westport Plaza/Joseph Company was 9/1. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Horowitz absent. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 89-201, Bk. 102, p. 201, INTENT TO ACCEPT BIDS BY THE PREFERRED DEVELOPER, S -M PARTNERS, ON URBAN RENEWAL PARCELS C AND D, LOCATED IN THE LOWER RALSTON CREEK AREA, AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR SEPTEMBER 19, 1989, ON THE PROPOSED SALE AND CONVEYANCE OF PARCELS C AND D, AND DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SUCH ACTIONS. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 5/1, with the following division of roil call vote: Ayes: Ambrisco, Balmer, Courtney, Larson, McDonald. Nays: Kubby. Absent: Horowitz. Moved by Courtney, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 89-202, Bk. 102, p. 202, ENGAGING AUDITOR FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 1989, to KPMG Peat Marwick. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Courtney, to adopt RES. 89-203, Bk. 102, P. 203, APPROVING THE OFFICIAL FINANCIAL REPORT FOR CITY STREETS AND PARKING AND THE OFFICIAL STREET CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM PROJECT STATUS REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 1989. Kubby noted the miscellaneous category of "sales" and questioned what was sold. Finance Director Vitosh said surrounding communities or the University may contact us to purchase parts for traffic signals and etc. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 89.204, Bk. 102, p. 204, AUTHORIZING APPROVAL OF THE AGREEMENT ON EXCHANGE OF INFORMATION BETWEEN THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE AND FINANCE AND THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, relating to the City's receipts from the hotel/motel taxes, local sales and service tax. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Courtney, that the ordinance amending Chapter 32.1 entitled 'Taxation and Revenues," of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by amending new permit fees for the Capitol Street Parking Ramp and a maximum daily rate for the Dubuque Street Parking Ramp, be given first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Ambrisco, that ORD. 89-3428,13k. 31, p. 29, AMENDING CHAPTER 32.1, "TAXATION AND REVENUES," OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, BY REPEALING SECTION 32.1-55 THEREOF, AND ENACTING IN LIEU THEREOF A NEW SECTION TO BE CODIFIED THE SAME, SETTING THE AMOUNTS OF FEES FOR THE COLLECTION OF APPLIANCES AND TIRES AND FOR THE DISPOSAL OF APPLIANCES AND TIRES AT THE LANDFILL, AND INCREASING THE MINIMUM FEE FOR LANDFILL USE, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Courtney to adjourn 8:40 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Horowitz absent. JOHN MCDONAID, MAYOR I ATTEST: MARLAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK i`. COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES August 22, 1989 Iowa City Council, reg, mtg., 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Balmer, Courtney, Horowitz, Kubby, Larson, McDonald. Absent: None. Staffinembers present: Atkins, Halling, Timmins, Karr, Schmeiser, Schmadeke. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 89-50, Side 1, 1 -END, and Side 2, END -1. The Mayor noted the addition of items 2.c.(14) and 2.0.(1 5) to the Consent Calendar. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Balmer, that the following items and recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended: Approval of Official Council Actions of the regular meeting of 8/8/89, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City Clerk. Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Bd. of Adjustment - 7/18/89; Riverfront Comm. - 7/19/89; Airport Comm. (Informal/formal) - 7/11/89; P&Z Comm. - 8/3/89; Bd. of Library Trustees - 7/27/89; Housing Comm. -7/11/89; Bd. of Incorporators of NPO - 7/25/89. Permit Motions and Resolutions: Approving a Class E Beer Permit for Nash. Finch Company dba Econofoods #473, 1987 Broadway Street. Approving a Class C Liquor License for Plamor Bowling, Inc. dba Plamor Bowling, Inc., 1555 First Ave. Approving a Class C Liquor License for Micky's of Iowa City, Inc. dba Micky's, 11 S. Dubuque Street. Approving a Class C Beer Permit for Dan's Short Stop Corporation dba Dan's Short Stop Corporation, 2221 Rochester Ave. Approving a Special Class C BeerlWlne Permit for Bushnell's Turtle, Inc, dba Bushnell's Turtle, 127 E. College Street. Approving an Outdoor Service Area Application for Bushnell's Turtle, Inc, dba Bushnell's Turtle, 127 E. College Street. Approving a 14 -Day Permit, Class B Beer Permit for Iowa City Fall Fun Festival, Inc. dba Iowa City Fall Fun Festival, 2150 Rochester Ave. Approving a Class C Liquor License for HSL Foods, Ltd. dba Country Kitchen, 1402 S. Gilbert Street. Approving a Class A Liquor License for Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #1096 dba Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #1096, 2910 Muscatine Ave. Approving a Class C Liquor License for Carden, Inc, dba Joe's Place, 115 Iowa Ave. Approving a Class C Liquor License for Berntsen, Berntsen, Sayre, Bernie, Dick & Edwin dba Duds 'N Suds, 5 Sturgis Drive. Approving a Class C Beer Permit for Doc's Standard, Inc. dba Doc's Standard, Inc., 801 S, Riverside Drive. RES. 69-205, Bk. 102, p. 205, ISSUING A DANCING PERMIT. Approving a Class C Beer Permit for RSNV, Inc, dba Russ Amoco Service, 305 N. Gilbert St. RES. 89.206, Bk, 102, p. 206, ISSUING A CIGARETTE PERMIT. Motions: Approving disbursements in the amount of $8,939,032.51 for the period of 7/1 thru 7/31/89, as recommended by the Finance Director, subject to audit. Correspondence: Victoria and Michael Solursh regarding a parking problem at 819 North Linn Street. Applications for City Plaza Use Permits: Deborah Conklin on behalf of the Ecumenical Peace Committee to have a commemorative service and dedication of the Peace Pole on 8/6/89, approved. 1 ri Council Activities August 22, 1989 Page 2 Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Jackie Fordice on behalf of Defenders for Life to have a march in conjunction with an anti -abortion rally on 8/12/89, denied. Ellen Cram for use of Evergreen Place for a block party on 8/11/89, approved. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Courtney, to set a public hearing for 9/5/89 on an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance to permit fences up to six (6) feet in height within a front yard abutting an arterial street in certain circumstances. Horowitz requested clearer language regarding double and triple frontage lots prior to the public hearing. PPD Director Schmelser indicated the agenda item would be clarified on the next agenda, The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Horowitz, to accept the recommendation of the P&Z Commission that the City Council direct the Legal Department to complete the necessary work on the vision triangle provisions of the fence regulations. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance to permit an increase in building height and floor area ratio in the Commercial Office, CO -1 zone. No one appeared. A public hearing was held on an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance to clarify the rules of construction for boundaries of zones. No one appeared. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Ambrisco, that ORD. 89-3429, Bk. 31, p. 30, AMENDING CHAPTER 36, THE ZONING ORDINANCE, TO DEFINE CONSIGNMENT STORES AND TO PERMIT THEM IN THE COMMERCIAL INTENSIVE, CI -1, ZONE, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted. Anna Buss, Miller & Benton Street, requested that Council reinstate parking on Miller Street. She noted a number of the neighbors do not have off-street parking available and were willing to give up the traffic light on Miller and Highway 1 if parking could be returned. She also noted a dangerous situation for turning traiffc at Benton and Miller when the pavement Is wet. The City Manager said a report would be to Council in a couple of weeks. Charlie Ruppert noted that Miller Street was in bad shape and that the City needed another access from Benton to the highway. Victoria Solursh, 819 N. Linn, appeared regarding her letter on the Consent Calendar concerning a parking problem at that address. She requested Council make an exception to allow her to park in a portion of the City right-of-way that had been paved for that use some years ago. The City Manager noted that the City routinely gets a number of requests to park in the right-of-way and was concerned that if the privilege were granted to one, It would have to be extended to others. Councilmembers raised concerns allowing such a request and agreed to pursue neighborhood parking permits. Staff will report back. Himie Voxman, 821 N. Linn, also appeared. Stan Ziewacz stated that there didn't appear to be symmetry between street cleaning and ticketing and asked the city to better coordinate the two. , Council Activities August 22, 1989 Page 3 Council recessed for ten minutes. The Mayor announced the following vacancies: Riverfront Commission - two vacancies for three-year terms ending 12/1/92. These appointments will be made at the 10/3/89 meeting of the City Council. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Larson, to appoint June V. Pieper, 7 Melrose Place, to the Senior Center Commission for an unexpired term plus a three-year term ending 12/31/92. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor noted the vacancy on the Committee on Community Needs for an unexpired term to be readvertised. Counciimember Courtney requested an update on the newspaper vending machines. The City Manager reported that a meeting had been held with the publisher from the Press. Citizen and additional correspondence had been drafted and sent. A reply is forthcoming. Ambrisco Invited citizens to attend the Sertoma pancake breakfast Sunday, 8/27, at the Iowa City Airport. Balmer noted the memo from the Finance Director regarding the City's year end financial status and called attention to FY89 being a positive year for revenues and expenditures and the City's solid financial base. He also announced plans for a reunion commemorating the 50th year of City High to be held homecoming weekend, October 20. He encouraged friends and alumni to furnish input regarding the event which includes an open house and Inductions Into the City High Hall of Fame. Larson encouraged interested Individuals to apply for the vacancy just announced on the River Commission. He also complimented the City Manager on his memo regarding solid waste management and protecting our environment which was part of the last Council packet. Kubby asked that Councilmembers receive copies of the report dealing HUD affordable housing in Iowa City. She reported on her training with the National League of Cities in conflict resolution. McDonald noted a recent article in the Des Moines Register regarding taxation in towns and counties in Iowa and stated the article was totally misleading and the method used to calculate the figures was wrong. The City Manager said the figures indicated cities had large surpluses based on estimates and did not consider restricted monies or use audited reports. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 89-207, Bk. 102, p. 207, APPROVING AWARD OF CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE STATE HIGHWAY NO. 1 AT INTERSTATE 80 PAVING IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT IR -80.7(56)246-12-52 to Metro Pavers, Inc. for $1,045,317.86. Public Works Director Schmadeke stated the benefitting property owners would be paying back the no -interest loan over a ten-year period. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 89-208, Bk. 102, P. 208, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $5,000,000 INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS (MICHAEL DEVELOPMENT OF IOWA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP PROJECT) OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, FOR THE PURPOSE OF MAKING A LOAN TO ASSIST MICHAEL DEVELOPMENT OF IOWA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP IN THE FINANCING OF COSTS OF A "PROJECT" WITHIN THE MEANING OF CHAPTER 419, CODE OF IOWA; AUTHORIZING THE Council Activities August 22, 1989 Page 4 EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF CERTAIN FINANCING DOCUMENTS FOR FURTHER SECURING THE PAYMENT OF THE BOND; AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF SAID BONDS; AUTHORIZING THE APPOINTMENT OF A TRUSTEE; AND RELATED MATTERS. The City Clerk noted corrected copies of page one showing that the company was also a Minnesota partnership in addition to Iowa. In response to Kubby, Courtney stated that the industrial revenue bond process does not put the City under any obligation to repay the loan. Rather, the people who buy the bonds assume the risk of the partnership. He stated the process was a stamp of approval used for funding. The City Manager stated that the City does charge a $2,000 fee for the processing and review of the bond process. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. ;;, 1 Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Kubby, to adopt RES. 89-209, Bk. 102, p. 209, AUTHORIZING APPLICATIONS FOR 100 UNITS SECTION 8 EXISTING HOUSING UNITS (VOUCHERS OR CERTIFICATES) AND REQUESTING FUNDS. Kubby stated she would like to ' see more vouchers available for larger units, 3-4 bedrooms. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. i Moved by Balmer, seconded by Horowitz, TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING ON 9/19/69, ON APPLICATIONS FOR 100 UNITS OF SECTION 8 EXISTING HOUSING UNITS (VOUCHERS OR CERTIFICATES). The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 89-210, Bk. 102, p. 210, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AMENDMENT #2 TO THE ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS CONTRACT #KC9033. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES. 89.211, Bk. 102, p, 211, RATIFYING AND CONFIRMING PURCHASE OFFERS MADE BY THE CITY MANAGER FOR THE ACQUISITION OF PERMANENT AND/OR TEMPORARY EASEMENTS ON PARCEL NOS. SIRC 1.12, SIRC 1.14, SIRC 1.19, SIRC 1.24, SIRC 1.25, SIRC 2.03, SIRC 2,09, SIRC 2.11, SIRC 2.12, SIRC 2.13, AND SIRC 2.19, ALL IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOUTHEAST INTERCEPTOR RALSTON CREEK SEGMENT, PHASE 1 AND 2 SEWER CONSTRUCTION PROJECT. The City Attorney noted a revised exhibit distributed the previous evening showing some revised values. Kubby questioned the revisions for shrubs, trees and fences and asked if the project had been revised from the original plan. The City Attorney explained that plans had been drawn up a couple of years ago and final site work was needed to clarify values. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Horowitz, to adopt RES. 89.212, Bk. 102, p. 212, APPROVING SALARY OF FIRST ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY LINDA NEWMAN GENTRY I UNDER THE EXECUTIVE PAY PLAN, effective 7/31/89 to $46,268. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 89.213, Bk. 102, p. 213, AMENDING THE AUTHORIZED POSITIONS IN THE WATER DIVISION OF THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, deletion of one Meter Reader and addition of one Maintenance Worker I. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councllmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted. Council Activities August 22, 198g Page 5 Moved by Balmer, seconded by Larson, that the ordinance amending Chapter 32.1 entitled 'Taxation and Revenues," of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by amending new permit fees for the Capitol Street Parking Ramp and a maximum daily rate for the Dubuque Street Parking Ramp, be given second vote for passage. Larson explained there should be some accommodations for store owners to handle permit parkers without lowering the availability of shopper parking, Balmer stated he wanted a good compromise on this issue. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Balmer, to adjourn 9:10 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. J MCDONALD, MAYOR 9I . 7C�AA/ MARIAN K. KARR, CiTY CLERK I f I�� f i i J is 1 i i Council Activities August 22, 198g Page 5 Moved by Balmer, seconded by Larson, that the ordinance amending Chapter 32.1 entitled 'Taxation and Revenues," of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by amending new permit fees for the Capitol Street Parking Ramp and a maximum daily rate for the Dubuque Street Parking Ramp, be given second vote for passage. Larson explained there should be some accommodations for store owners to handle permit parkers without lowering the availability of shopper parking, Balmer stated he wanted a good compromise on this issue. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Balmer, to adjourn 9:10 p.m. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. J MCDONALD, MAYOR 9I . 7C�AA/ MARIAN K. KARR, CiTY CLERK I f I�� f 1 i i I 7 LI. 1 Informal Council Session August 21, 1989 Informal Council Session: August 21, 1989, 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Mayor John McDonald presiding. Councilmembers Present: McDonald, Ambrisco, Balmer, Horowitz, Kubby, Larson, Courtney. Staflmembers Present: Atkins, Timmins, Karr, Schmeiser, DeLong, Trueblood, Fowler, Schmadeke. Tape-recorded: Reel 89.48, Side 1 all, Side 2 all; Reel 89.49, Side 1, 1-277. CONSENT CALENDAR: Reel 89-48, Side 1 Council agreed to add a Class "C" Beer Permit for ASW, Inc. dba Russ Amoco Service and a resolution issuing a cigarette permit to Comer's to the Consent Calendar. PLANNING & ZONING MATTERS: A. Q Reel 89-48, Side 1 Schrnefser explained that a double frontage lot is a lot that has frontages on two streets and if a double front lot has one frontage on an arterial street, a property owner would be permitted by right to erect a 6' high fence along that arterial street side. Atkins inquired about front yards on properties located on First Avenue. Schmeiser explained that a front yard exists along all streets. In response to Kubby, Schmeiser stated any yard abutting a street is considered a front yard. Horowitz inquired about the language, '1n certain circumstances." Horowitz stated that "double frontage lot" could be used. Schmeiser stated "double frontage lot" can be used. Schmeiser noted that an additional circumstance that applies is when there is a comer lot that abuts both an arterial street and a double frontage lot. Horowitz stressed that it should be more clearly written. Schmeiser stated that this pertains to a previous ordinance provided by staff to the Planning & Zoning Commission and Legal staff, at that time, raised concerns about the consistency of the provisions. Kubby asked for a definition of vision triangles. Schmeiser stated that on the corners of all streets there must be maintained a vision across the corners so cars that pull up to the intersection can see across that comer and the City will require that there be fences not constructed within a triangle established at the street corners. Courtney raised concerns about inconsistencies with other Code provisions. Schmelser stated that there is a requirement in the ordinance for a vision triangle pertaining to fences, S as Minutes Iowa City City Council Informal Council Session August 21, 1989 Page 2 C. Is] E. Larson inquired about the 3-1 floor area ratio. Schmeiser explained that in Residential zones, there is a lot coverage requirement and in Commercial and Industrial zones, the City measures the Intensity of development by floor -to -area ratio - the total floor area of the buildings to the lot area. Schmeiser explained that in Commercial zones there are generally no restrictions as to occupancy of a lot by a building except by front yard setbacks. Kubby raised concerns about blocking the sun or solar panels and impacting on the aesthetic view. Schmeiser stated that in the past there were comments about easements for some/solar panel obstruction and it is on stairs pending list to consider. In response to Kubby, Schmeiser explained that at low noon sun angles, the sun casts a shadow two feet for every one foot of height and that's where the City got the requirements - for every one foot of height there should be two feet of separation. Schmeiser noted to Councilmembers that after a public hearing there may be comments for applicability of this ordinance to other Commercial zones. Schmeiser presented a zoning map. Schmeiser stated the City considers streets to be unzoned and only zoned private property. Schmelser said there are provisions in the Zoning Ordinance which require separation of structures and uses from those across the street. For purposes of determining where those separations are measured, it is assumed to be from the centerline of the streets. In response to Horowitz, Schmeiser explained that when staff and the Planning & Zoning Commission considered Items C and D, they did look at other CO -1 zone locations other than Mercy Hospital. Schmeiser explained that where a CO -1 zone is across the street from a single-family residential zone, the exception of height cannot be made except by the general provision section of the ordinance which allows Increases in height for any building above the maximum permitted height for a building In the zone in which it is located. No Council comment. 1-�) 3 Minutes Iowa City City Council Informal Council Session August 21, 1989 Page 3 CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT: Balmer requested that discussion be scheduled regarding the RM -145 zone south of Burlington Street. Schmeiser stated staff can prepare a report summarizing previous discussions regarding the high-rise residential zone and parking as it relates to that area. Ambrisco inquired about development plans for 300 South Linn Street. McDonald stated that that development should also be addressed by Council. McDonald asked staff to schedule discussion regarding RM -145 zone south of Burlington Street. PROJECT GREEN PRESENTATION: COLLEGE GREEN PARK: Reel 89.48, Side 1 Craig Willis, Emilie Rubright, and Pat Boutelle presented information regarding College Green Park improvements. Boutelle presented drawings and stated a topographic survey of the park was done. Boutelle explained that Project GREEN does not want to change the use of the park. Boutelle explained plans include locating playground equipment along Johnson.Street, leisure use of the park on the north side, locating a gazebo at the Dodge Street location and retaining the diagonal crosswalks. Boutelle noted many trees along Washington Street are bad and will need to be removed. Boutelle presented drawings of the proposed changes including the removing steep slope in the northwest corner and establishing a series of stairs. Boutelle emphasized that it will be important to begin a tree replacement program and plans are to Increase plantings around the play area, retain the basketball area, Increase the number of benches, and to install planting beds. Boutelle stated that construction of an 18'-20' gazebo Is planned. Kubby Inquired about lighting. Boutelle stated the architects were asked to keep security in mind when designing the park area. Boutelle noted that cutting slopes on two sides of the park will open the park to view from the street. Boutelle stated plans are to Install period fixtures and a post railing around the park. Ambrisco asked if the gazebo would Interfere with the lawn chairs and blankets whenever persons listen to the community band. Boutelle stated no, that the gazebo will add to people's ability to listen to the band. Councilmembers discussed plans for the park and current use of the park. In response to Kubby, Boutelle stated the Parks & Recreation Commission will decide the type of playground equipment for the park. Rubright asked Councilmembers for permission to make College Green Park Improvements and to raise money for those Improvements. Rubright stated $200,000$250,000 is needed for the park improvements. Rubright asked Council for in-kind contributions from the City, including staff time for tree removal and the writing and supervision of bids, and supervising the contractors. Ambrisco asked if the City Forester was contacted regarding the analysis of trees in the park. Rubright stated the City Forester assisted with the tree analysis. McDonald raised concerns regarding vandalism to the gazebo. In response to Courtney, Atkins stated City staff can do tree removal and prepare the bid documents. Councilmembers discussed improvements for the park. Balmer noted that Project GREEN's improvements plans show a lot of foresight. Horowitz asked if neighboring citizens took part In the discussions regarding plans for the park. Atkins stated the Parks & Recreation Commission can notify area neighbors and set up a meeting. Kubby inquired about the ;?3 Minutes Iowa City City Council Informal Council Session August 21, 1989 Page 4 proposed width of the sidewalks. Rubright stated park Improvements and the design will be done in scale. Boutelle stated consideration was given to snow removal when looking at sidewalk width. Councilmembers unanimously endorsed the plans as proposed. RENO STREET PARKLAND ACQUISITION: Reel 89.48, Side 2 Atkins noted Councilmembers received information in the packet. Atkins stated the house has f been vacant, the house is rehabitable, and Montessori School contacted the City regarding purchase of the property. Atkins noted that he referred the Montessorl School to the Parks & Recreation Commission. Atkins stated the City would contribute up to $2,500 from the parkland acquisition for the demolition of the house. In response to Larson, Atkins stated Montessorl School and the City of Iowa City would be splitting ownership of the land. Larson asked how the land would be used. Ambrisco asked if Montessori School is proposing to buy +' i the 25 feet contiguous to their property. Larson stated that it should be known 0 citizens will 1 get to use the park area that Montessorl School owns. Trueblood stated that property owned by Montessori School would be treated like any other park contiguous to an other ivate property line. Larson stated the arrangement should be set out in the original deal. Trueblood ood ! said the arrangement could be laid out in agreement. Councilmembers discussed the purchase of the property. Larson stated the City should be judicious where money is spent for parkland. McDonald noted that this could be an opportunity to acquire land on a share cost basis. Trueblood noted the neighborhood has been contacted and are in favor of the acquisition. Trueblood noted neighborhood residents do not want Montessori School to put parking on the property and do not want additional playground equipment at the park. In response to Larson, Trueblood stated Montessori School has agreed to some restrictions. Horowitz asked if it would be possible to ask Montessori School to sell their portion of the park if Montessorl School would move. Atkins stated the City could take a right of first refusal. In response to Balmer, Atkins stated the Parks & Recreation Commission voted unanimously on this recommendation. Trueblood and Timmins stated the additional information will be provided for Council. PARKING ENFORCEMENT: Reel 89-08, Side 2 Atkins noted Councilmembers received information in the Council packet outlining enforcement procedures. Atkins noted the Chamber of Commerce has a number of reservations regarding granting of any permits in the Capitol Street ramp. Fowler stated the Chamber of Commerce Is very much opposed to allowing permits in the Capitol Street ramp. Balmer stated the Chamber has concerns regarding parking on lower levels of the Capitol Street ramp. Fowler noted a study is being done regarding expanding parking In outlying areas of the Civic Center, Chauncey Swan, and the Rec Center. Fowler noted that there has been a 4.5% Increase In parking throughout the city. z=.-� 3 Minutes Iowa City City Council Informal Council Session August 21, 1989 Page 5 Fowler stated that if the ordinance is adopted, maintenance people who are driving through the ramp during the day could also provide enforcement. Courtney suggested that changes not be done at the Dubuque Street ramp. Councilmembers discussed the proposed changes and enforcement as It relates to both the Dubuque Street ramp and Capitol Street ramp. Courtney stated he did not understand why the Dubuque Street ramp permit process needs to be changed if it is currently working well. Timmins noted that ordinance changes may be needed to change the permit and enforcement procedures at the Capitol Street ramp. Timmins stated staff should take a look at putting the regulations In the City Code. SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT ISSUES; � Reel 89.49, Side 1 Atkins noted Councilmembers received his memo outlining solid waste management issues. Atkins stated the City plans are to keep basic pians of municipal pick-up at the curb and to I encourage source separation at homes. Atkins stated the program will allow the public the response itotKubby,rInto Atkinsthe stated then City hastnot rdiscovered theh the ckind al of market rneeded to allow the glass recycling program. Councilmembers discussed the recycling of solid waste management programs. Council agreed with the City Manager's approach to solid waste management as outlined in the memorandum. COUNCIL TIME: Reel 89.49, Side 1 1. Balmer asked if the September 5, 1989, meeting could be scheduled one-half hour early. McDonald stated the informal Council meeting could be scheduled at 6:00 p,m. and the formal Council meeting at 7:30. Karr noted that a change in the formal Council meeting schedule would be viewed as a special meeting. Councilmembers discussed the schedule date and the need for a decision regarding the referendum date. Council agreed to schedule a 6:00 p.m. Informal Council meeting and a 7:30 p.m. formal Council meeting on September 5, 1989, 2. Horowitz referred to the fiscal year-end report from the Fire Department. Horowitz stated there needs to be increased public relations material regarding the need for fire safety in buildings, apartments and homes. Atkins stated an Informational fifer could be distributed through the Rental Rehab Program. 3, Horowitz Inquired about the auction for the Idyllwild land. Timmins stated it Is a private auction. Atkins stated the Idyllwild tract and the fraternity tract are separate tracts of land and Glasgow is complaining about the changes on the fraternity side, not the Idyllwild side. Timmins stated his staff could prepare a memo. ,a3 Minutes Iowa City City Council Informal Council Session August 21, 1989 Page 6 APPOINTMENTS: Senior Center Commission: June Pieper. Committee on Community Needs: Readvertise. EXECUTIVE SESSION: , Moved by Courtney, seconded by Larson, to adjourn to executive session to discuss strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent where its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental body in that litigation. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and adjourned to executive session, 8:30 p.m. ,t