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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
November 14, 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. Staffmembers present: Atkins, Hailing, Timmins, Karr, Milkman, Schmelser,
Vitosh, Penney, Cain. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 89-61, Side
1, 444 -End and
Side 2, End -1; 89-64, Side 1, 1 -End and Side 2, End -1.
The Mayor proclaimed November 15, 1989, as COMMUNITY READ -IN. /9d7
The Mayor acknowledged BOY Scout Pack 240 from Grant Wood School.
Balmer requested 31(3)(a) and (b), two memos from the Traffic Engr., be deleted from/ 9d9
the Consent Calendar. Moved by Ambrisco,
seconded by Horowitz, 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 16/17/89, and the
special meeting of 10/24/89, as published, subject to correction as recommended by
the City Clerk. J
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: CCN Comm. - 10/17/89; P&Z Comm; -le 3z
10/19/89, 1112189; Human Rights Comm. - 9/25/89; P&R Comm.
- 10/11/89; Ba. 0
Adjustment - 10/11/89; Historic Preservation COMM. - 10/11/89; Bd. of Library Trustees - 19.3.5'
10/26/89; Civil Service COMM. - 10/25/89.
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Permit Motions: Approving a Special Class C Beer/Wine, Permit for. Paglial's 15?3 Y
Pizza Palace, Ltd. dba Paglialls Pizza, 302 East Bloomington, Approving a Class E_/9 9
Liquor License for Randall's International, Inc. dba Randall Foods,
Road. 1851 Lower Muscatine
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Resolutions' Bk. 102: RES. 89-260 p. 260, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO 19,1
SIGN A RIGHT-OF-WAY ASSURANCE STATEMENT FOR FEDERAL
AID PROJECTS.
RES. 89-261, p. 261, APPROVING IOWA CITY'S 1990 through 1995 STREET/9'F/
CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 89-262, Bk.102, p. 262, FIXING DATE FORA_"--
PUBLIC HEARING ON 11/21/89, ON THE PROPOSITION OF
THE ISSUANCE OF
$2,960,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS (FOR AN ESSENTIAL CORPORATE
PURPOSE) OF IOWA CITY, l0k, AND PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE
THEREOF.
Correspondence: Suzanne Richerson endorsing the university campus pathways 19 443
proposal of University of Iowa President Hunter Rawlings 111. Memo from the Civil 19 4L
Service Commission submitting a certified list of applicants for
the position of Program-
mer/Data Processing Division. Memo from the Traffic Engineer regarding: Loading zona_/_9_1�5_
south side of the 500 block of East Bloomington.
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Applications for City Plaza Use Permits: Downtown Association for the use of �9YG
City Plaza for Holiday Promotion events between the dates of 11/19 and 12/25/89,
approved.
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Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Lauren Flaum for the use 791/ 7
of Johnson Street between Washington and Iowa Avenue for a special holiday
celebration by the children of Agudas Achim Synagogue on 10/22/89, approved.
Defenders for Life for permission to picket Emma Goldman Clinic 11/6 - 11/11/89.
• approved.
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Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
motion carried and repeated the public hearings as set. Balmer requested discussion of items
3f(3)(a) and (b) from the Traffic Engr. Larson pointed out that (a) dealt with a parking
prohibition on Mayfield Rd. and stated that in fall it was difficult to get emergency vehicles
thru because of parking for football games. He informed neighbors that this prohibition could
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be tried and changed it necessary by contacting the Traffic Engr.. Balmer noted that (b) dealt
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With a parking prohibition on Boyrum Street and suggested alternate parking for the area.
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Horowitz said the Issue had been raised a number of council meetings ago and that the
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problem has to do with a blind spot as you approach Southgate. The City Manager, stated
local area businesses had been contacted regarding removing parking on the street due to the
traffic volume in the area, and suggested that both sides of the street be noticed. - He indicated
that parking In the area was to be off-street. Horowitz stated that the street was slated as a
thru street to Sand Road, and suggested that it would be useful to start with prohibiting
parking on one side of the street only. Larson stated he was comfortable in going along with
the Traffic Engr. recommendations. Moved by Balmer, seconded by Horowitz, to accept the
correspondence from the Traffic Engr. regarding: Parking prohibition on Mayfield Road, and
Parking prohibition on Boyrum Street. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously,
7/0, all Councilmembers present.
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A public hearing was held on an ordinance to change the name of Dynevor Circle to /95/
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Little Creek lane. No one appeared.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Ambrisco, 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. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
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Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved by Balmer,
seconded by Courtney, that the ordinance to change the name of Dynevor Circle to Little/9s4
Creek Lane, be given second vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
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Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Courtney, 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 second consideration and vote be waived and the
ordinance be voted on for final passage at this time. Ambrisco noted that two property owners
had appeared opposing the vacation, citing that parking potential could be lost if the ordinance '
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were passed, and stated staff had explained that council action on this ordinance would in no
way affect parking options in the area. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
reset. The Mayr dlard the moion carried. Moved by Bame,
s conded by CouncilmembersAmbriscoirlf co,nthat ORD. 9-34378CBke31, p. 38, tTO VACATE T E EASTERLYITErN /9s3
FEET OF LINN STREET BETWEEN HARRISON STREET AND RALSTON CREEK AND THE
SOUTHERLY TEN FEET OF HARRISON STREET BETWEEN MAIDEN LANE AND LINN STREET
(Smith -Moreland Properties), be passed and adopted. Chuck Johnson, representing three
additional properties in the area, appeared to object to the ordinance. The Mayor stated the
ten foot parcels were included in the property bid and was sold to Mr. Moreland. Larson
explained that the street right-of-way was wider than usual and that the street would still be
wide enough to park on both sides. PPD Director Schmelser present for discussion. Horowitz
clarified that there was no conflict between the development proposed by Mr. Moreland and
assurances and the Integrity of the project and did not see a reason to delay voting on
City discussions about the Maiden Street development area. She stated she was satisfied with
staff
the ordinance. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
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Moved by Balmer, seconded by Horowitz, that ORD. 89-3438, Bk. 31, p. 39, TO AMEND
THE CONDITIONAL ZONING AGREEMENT BETWEEN PLUM GROVE ACRES; INC. AND THE/9S�f
CrTY OF IOWA CITY FOR THE SUBDIVISION KNOWN AS FIRST AND ROCHESTER, PART
THREE, be passed and adopted. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted; 5/2,with the
following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Horowitz, Larson, McDonald, Ambrisco; Balmer,
Nays: _Courtney, Kubby.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Horowitz, that ORD. 89.3439, Bk: 31, P. 40, TO
AMEND THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY CHANGING THE USE REGULATIONS OF CERTAIN S5.
PROPERTY IN NORTHWEST IOWA CITY, GENERALLY LOCATED NORTHEAST E U.S.
HIGHWAY 218 AND WEST OF CAMP CARDINAL ROAD FROM ID TO RTHEID-RS (Deer Creek),
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be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present,
The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted a
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y a mer, seconded by Ambrisco, that ORD. 89-3440, Bk. 31, P. 41, TO AMEND
THE ZONING ORDINANCE REGULATIONS OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL, CN -1, 19S6
ZONE, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.:The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Horowitz, that ORD. 89-3441, Bk. 31, P. 42, TO
AMEND THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO DEFINE VARIETY STORES, be passed and adopted. 195-7
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
ordinance adopted,
Moved by Horowitz, seconded by Balmer, that ORD. 89.3442, Bk. 31, p. 43, AMENDING
THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY CONDITIONALLY CHANGING THE USE REGULATIONS OF/ T
CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2602 ROCHESTER AVENUE FROM RS -5 AND ID -RS TO
RS -5 (Oakbrooke Place), be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
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Moved by Courtne, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES.APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF OAKBROOKE PLACE, AN 188 9-263LOT, SINGLE- AMILY /`%`i
RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION LOCATED ON A 13.7 ACRE TRACT LOCATED AT 2602
ROCHESTER AVENUE. Kubby stated this topic was a balancing act with public safety and
environmental protection and fairness considerations. She requested that Council review
noticenvironmental on
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lwantsstaffwork and joint dscussionof this matter. S e stated lher
intention to vote for this, noting that the closer to the top of the hill and Thomas Rd. that
houses are placed, the more the fragile aspects of the lots will not be disturbed. Kubby stated
it was the City's responsibility to let the deve!oper know the policy regarding direct access and
that the City is being Inconsistent. McDonald stated Council has to take Into consideration the
whole area. Balmer noted that one of the goals of the Comprehensive Pian was to encourage
in -fill development and that this area was a prime area for such development. Ambrisco noted
that some areas ready for development aren't always available for development, noting that this
subdivision was for 18 dwelling units. Kubby stated she was concerned that four access
points were so close together in this area. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted;
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Ambrisco, that ORD. 89-3443, Bk. 31, p. 44, VACATING
A UTILITY EASEMENT IN BLOCK 47 OF THE ORIGINAL TOWN OF IOWA CiTY ADDITION /9Go
(Mercy Hospital), be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 89-264, Bk. 102, p. 264,
APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL LARGE SCALE NON-RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
(LSNRD) PLAN FOR THE MERCY HOSPITAL MRI PROJECT AT 500 MARKET STREET.Ambrisco noted
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requested the City hentertaat inthe Idea of making the Market Sect was one of several to treet parking lot ae undertaken n parking f e garage
by adding another level. Kubby noted her approval to expanding existing lots. The City
Manager stated staff was looking at alternatives at the present time and options would be
presented to Council. Ambrisco noted that Mercy Hospital would be shuttling employees to
and from outer lots. Ally. Dan Boyle, representing Mercy Hospital, stated arrangements had
been made for the shuttling but a new parking structure for Mercy Hospital would be one of
the first structures completed. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present, The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Marjorie Hayden Strait, 1314 Pine Street, appeared and shared Ideas for Increasino /
ridership on the city buses. Lynne Vermace, P.O. Box 2928, appeared and stated her concern/96 3
that the Eastern Iowa Ferret Association had not been given time to speak at the 10/17 Council
meeting. The Mayor stated that the President, Jackie Johnson, had addressed Council and
it was fell she spoke for the group. Larson asked that the policy be clarified regarding the
handling of ferrets who are not dropped off but rather caught at large. McDonald stated the
existing policy as outlined by the Animal Control Advisory Board had been agreed to by
Council. Nancy Seiberling, Project GREEN, extended an invitation to Councilmombers to attend /96/ -
the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Coralville Connection, a paved nature path at Crandic Park,
on Saturday, 10/18, at 10:30 a.m. at the Park. Senior Center Commissioner Ruth Wagne/ G6
updated Council on Senior Center events.
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Moved by Courtne, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES.APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF OAKBROOKE PLACE, AN 188 9-263LOT, SINGLE- AMILY /`%`i
RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION LOCATED ON A 13.7 ACRE TRACT LOCATED AT 2602
ROCHESTER AVENUE. Kubby stated this topic was a balancing act with public safety and
environmental protection and fairness considerations. She requested that Council review
noticenvironmental on
e thatCounciregulations prior tHorowitzo further development,
lwantsstaffwork and joint dscussionof this matter. S e stated lher
intention to vote for this, noting that the closer to the top of the hill and Thomas Rd. that
houses are placed, the more the fragile aspects of the lots will not be disturbed. Kubby stated
it was the City's responsibility to let the deve!oper know the policy regarding direct access and
that the City is being Inconsistent. McDonald stated Council has to take Into consideration the
whole area. Balmer noted that one of the goals of the Comprehensive Pian was to encourage
in -fill development and that this area was a prime area for such development. Ambrisco noted
that some areas ready for development aren't always available for development, noting that this
subdivision was for 18 dwelling units. Kubby stated she was concerned that four access
points were so close together in this area. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted;
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Ambrisco, that ORD. 89-3443, Bk. 31, p. 44, VACATING
A UTILITY EASEMENT IN BLOCK 47 OF THE ORIGINAL TOWN OF IOWA CiTY ADDITION /9Go
(Mercy Hospital), be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 89-264, Bk. 102, p. 264,
APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL LARGE SCALE NON-RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
(LSNRD) PLAN FOR THE MERCY HOSPITAL MRI PROJECT AT 500 MARKET STREET.Ambrisco noted
and
requested the City hentertaat inthe Idea of making the Market Sect was one of several to treet parking lot ae undertaken n parking f e garage
by adding another level. Kubby noted her approval to expanding existing lots. The City
Manager stated staff was looking at alternatives at the present time and options would be
presented to Council. Ambrisco noted that Mercy Hospital would be shuttling employees to
and from outer lots. Ally. Dan Boyle, representing Mercy Hospital, stated arrangements had
been made for the shuttling but a new parking structure for Mercy Hospital would be one of
the first structures completed. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present, The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Marjorie Hayden Strait, 1314 Pine Street, appeared and shared Ideas for Increasino /
ridership on the city buses. Lynne Vermace, P.O. Box 2928, appeared and stated her concern/96 3
that the Eastern Iowa Ferret Association had not been given time to speak at the 10/17 Council
meeting. The Mayor stated that the President, Jackie Johnson, had addressed Council and
it was fell she spoke for the group. Larson asked that the policy be clarified regarding the
handling of ferrets who are not dropped off but rather caught at large. McDonald stated the
existing policy as outlined by the Animal Control Advisory Board had been agreed to by
Council. Nancy Seiberling, Project GREEN, extended an invitation to Councilmombers to attend /96/ -
the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Coralville Connection, a paved nature path at Crandic Park,
on Saturday, 10/18, at 10:30 a.m. at the Park. Senior Center Commissioner Ruth Wagne/ G6
updated Council on Senior Center events.
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A public hearing was held to receive comments from the public regarding the
Recommendations by the Committee on Community Needs (CCN) on the use of 19909�6
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. Staffmember Marianne Milkman
Introduced a video of some projects funded by CDBG. No one appeared. Milkman noted that
the recommendations are included in a memo as well as item #11 on the agenda, and
requested Council make any changes so that staff could prepare a resolution for consideration
at the 10/21 Council meeting. Council agreed with the recommendations as discussed and
presented.
The Mayor announced the following vacancies: P&R Comm. - one vacancy for an 194 7
unexpired term ending 1/1/91; Design Review Comm. - one vacancy for an indefinite term to/9GP
replace Councilmember Elect Naomi Novick. These appointments will be made at the 12/19/89,
Council meeting.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Horowitz, to appoint Vincent Maurer, 415 Whiting./Z6_;1
Ave., to the Senior Center Commission for an unexpired term ending 12/31/91. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councitmembers present.
Councilmember Courtney congratulated Heartland Express for being designated by/9 %o
Forbes to be in the top 25 of the 200 best small companies in America; requested the Traffic
Engr. look at the intersection of Wayne and William noting he had received concerns re
congestion in the area; and noted that the property at corner of First and Washington was still
zoned P for public and had sold to a private owner some time ago and a makeshift addition
added to the building. Ambrisco noted that the north plant of the wastewater treatment plant �97�
facility was scheduled to be completed 11/15 and stated that he felt it was a remarkable
achievement for staff that the plant would be on line 11/28. Balmer requested that the curb -L? -7Z
ramps be monitored closely by staff in areas by Systems Houses. The City Manager stated
that staff would make an extra effort to monitor homes where people are physically challenged.
Balmer asked that the County be approached re traffic challenges surrounding the proposed _/97-9
development of the gas station/truck facility near Hwy. 1 and 1.380 and look into a conditional
.zoning agreement for traffic control improvements. The City Manager stated he would follow
up and said a variety of Issues would be forthcoming from the Traffic Engr., including a
recommendation regarding the traffic light at Miller and Hwy. 1, noting that IDOT wants it
removed. Larson asked that staff start a cursory look at traffic sound barriers and congratu-
lated everyone Involved with the City elections.
Recommendations of the Committee on Community Needs as follows: (1) That the Cily/ LS
Council fund the following 1990 CDBG projects in the following amounts: Housing
Rehabilitation - $300,000; Broadway Street Neighborhood Center - $40,500; Johnson
County/Iowa City Health Services Ctr. - $30,000; Roosevelt Neighborhood Open Space
Development - $24,410; Transitional Housing - HACAP - $30,000; Elderly Services/Small Repair
Program - $6,000; Youth Center Improvements - $22,700; Photo Darkroom for Recreation
Center- $4,740; Hoover School Accessible Playground - $7,800; Lafayette Street Paving -
$14,000; Aid to Agencies (15% of Entitlement) - $90,000; Administration and Planning -
$129,800; Assistance to Small Businesses - $3,000; Contingency - $47,050. The Mayor noted
that preliminary approval and direction had been given with agenda Item #6. (2) That the 876
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Council allocate an amount not less than $20,000 in Road Use Tax funds for curb ramp
installations. The Mayor stated that Council had Increased the amount to $25,000.
Moved by Ambdsco, seconded by Balmer, RES.
AUTHORIZING THE REDEMPTION OF OUTSTANDINGtPUBLICIIMPROVEMENTBONDS, SERIES /977
1981 OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, DATED AUGUST 1, 1981, AND DIRECTING NOTICE
BE GIVEN OF THE SAME. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
Present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Courtney, to adopt RES. 89-266, Bk. 102, p. 266,
AUTHORIZING THE ERK
O ATTEST THE RELEASE OF
A EN REGARDING ^A PROMISSORY NOTE EXECUTED YOR To SIGN AND THE CITY L FOR TPROPERTY LOCATED AT 528/979
RUNDELL STREET. Staffinember Milkman stated that the rehabilitation program has a !
graduated scale regarding who has loans and that staff would be coming to Council to
increase the number of loans In the near future. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted Moved by Balmer, seconded by
Ambrisco,
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APPROVING THE ACQUISITION OF A SEWER EASEMENT FROM HAWKEYE LAND COMPANY X979
IN CONNECTION WITH SYCAMORE VIEW SUBDIVISION. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted ?>
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Courtney, to adopt RES. 89.268, Bk. 102, p. 268, ! 1j
APPROVING LOAN AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY, THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF it
COMMUNITY ECONOMIC BETTERMENT FUNDS, AND FOR $50,000 FROM THE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND THE IOWA CAN MFG. COMPANY FOR $500,000 OFi98d +
DEVELOPMENT ACTION GRANT REPAYMENTS, ALL MONIES TO ASSIST IN CONCffY'S URBAN
STRUCTION
OF A NEW MANUFACTURING FACILITY. Kubby noted that the company had been very ( i
responsible to Important aspects such as pollution control and recycling. Ambrisco stated that
those aspects are of great concern to a lot of people. StaHmember Patt Cain distributed a
prototype of the new recyclable can to be produced by the company. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Horowitz, to adopt a resolution approving, and
authorizing and directing the City Manager to execute a purchase agreement and covenant
with Montessori School of Iowa City, Iowa, for the purchase of a portion of a lot adjacent to
Reno Park. Larson noted he has received the resolution but did not receive a copy of the
purchase agreement and covenant. The City Attorney distributed a copy. Larson raised
concerns regarding the City securing first option on the property if Montessori ever wanted to
sell, the City's ability to use the park if a portion were sold, and the division of the property
with a fence or hedge. After discussion, original motion withdrawn. Moved by Ambrisco,
seconded by Horowitz, that the resolution be deferred. The Mayor declared the motion to �9? /
defer carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved Ambdsco, seconded
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AMENDING THE AFSCME PAY PLAN A Do RECurtneLASSIFYING A RECLASSIt RES. 89-269,FYING THE k. CDBG/&2
DIVISION OF THE PLANNING AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT (HOUSING
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REHAB. ASST.) AND A POSITION IN THE WATER DIVISION OF THE PUBLIC WORKS
I DEPARTMENT (MAINTENANCE WORKER III/WATER PLANT). Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Balmer, seconded by Horowitz, to approve the amendments as outlined in
the agenda comment. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. Moved by Courtney, seconded by Ambrisco, that the ordinance amending Chapter
17 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by amending Sections 17-2 and
17-3 to require owners of rental property not residents of Johnson County and/or condominium /983 i
associations to designate a local agent empowered to represent a property owner(s) concern -
Ing compliance with the Iowa City Housing Code, be given second vote for passage as j
amended. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Balmer, to adopt RES, 89-270 Bk. 102 p. 270,1
RESCINDING AUTHORITY TO ACQUIRE AN AVIGATION EASEMENT IN CONNECTION WITH
RUNWAY 6-24 EXTENSION PROJECT AT THE IOWA CITY MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. Aifirmative / g`�
'roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
r , Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Courtney, to set a public hearing for 11/21/89 on an iI
I ordinance amending Chapter 4 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Iowa City,. Iowa,
entitled "Airports and Aviation," by repealing Article V thereof, an "Airport Zoning," and b /9F5 li `
enacting in lieu thereof Article V as amended, which amendments provide for the rearrange-
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and renumbering of sections, provide for a revised airport zoning map, provide for
provisional, modification of height and use limitations, and clarifies the provision, requiring a'
notification of the Federal Aviation Administration of proposed development. The Mayor
declared the motion carried, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. I `
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Horowitz, to adjourn to executive session to discuss
strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in litigation or where litigation 1s imminent
where Its disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantace the nncitrnn Ar a,e '
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
DATE: October 27, 1989
TO : Memo for Record
FROM: City Manager
R E : Material Sent to Council Only
Copy of letter from Mayor McDonald to Iowa DOT Commission regarding
the Iowa RISE Program.
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Memoranda from the City Manager:
a. Pending Development Issues
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b. Construction Projects - City Engineering Estimates
c. Police Community Relations
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Copy of letter from the City Manager to Iowa Department of Natural
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Resources regarding legislation which would require an agricultural
setback along rivers and streams.
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Copy of letter from the City Manager to the Liberal Arts Student
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Association regarding concerns about downtown cleanup.
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Copy of letter mailed to people along'Ralston`Creek regarding construction`.
in connection with the waste water treatment project.
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Copy of memorandum to the Police Chief re ardin
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Copy of letter frog City Manager to Mary Neuhauser regarding yard waste
disposal policy.
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
R E : Material in Information Packet
Memoranda from the City Manager:
DA -TE : November 3, 1989
a. Project Review - Development International Associates 9S
b. Public Transit Funding 6
c. CDBG Funds - Riverfront Commission
d. Contracts for Recycled Paper / 9
e.', Building Expansion NCS / 9 9
f. Donald A. Mower Compost Proposal o00 -
g. Employee Exercise Room 700/
h.' Compost o200�
i. Investment Report aoo3
Copy of letters sent to area mayors regarding the use of the Iowa City
landfill. oa d
Copy of letter from the City Manager to Ms. Terry T. Saario, President
of the Northwest Area Foundation regarding grants fora community per-
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forming arts/art gallery. boa 7
Memorandum from the City Attorney regarding local regulation of railroad
crossings.
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Memorandum from the Transit Manager regarding new transit equipment. ,20o f `+s
Copy of letter from the Communif'Relations Police Officer regarding
Regina D.A.R.E. Parents Night. ao/o
Notice of meeting of the Southeast Iowa Municipal League on November 15,
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
DATE : November 9, 1989
R E : Material in Information Packet
Memoranda from the City Manager:
a. Composting/Yard Waste - Various Cities 4101.2
b. Usage of Pre -purchased Yard Waste Bags .701.3
c. Holiday Inn - Pineapple Management a2o1 F
d. Pending Development Issues a?a16
Copies of letter from the City Manager to:
a. Iowa City Landfill Charge Customers 4,016
b. Refuse haulers ao17
Copy of letter; from the City of Owensboro, Kentucky.
` Letter from Huff Insurance Services and Investments regarding a drawing
of ,the revised plans for a canopy at 630 South Capitol. J00
Memorandum from the City Clerk regarding update on 1990 Census Committee, oao
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'Memorandum from the United Way Director and the Human Services Coordinator
regarding the joint human services funding hearings. o Z
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Memorandum from the Chairperson of the Riverfront Commission regarding
the Commission's involvement in the REAP Program. ao d.Z
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Memorandum from the Police Chief and the Fire Chief regarding the enhanced
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911/joint communications, 40 -7
Correspondence from Asst. City Atty. Gentry re Pineapple Management do a ¢
TO COUNCIL ONLY:
Memoranda from the City Manager:
a. Art Center aoas
b. Development International Associates ac ZG
Memorandum from the Police Department regarding Officer Friendly. -20 -27
Copy of note of thanks to Police Department.
Letter of appreciation regarding McGruff and Officer Friendly.
Sixth review of Community Relations/School Liaison
Letter of thanks to Officer Huff.
Copy of letter from Council Member Horowitz to Mr. Robert Bamsey.
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM!
: October 27, 1989
IDATE
TO: Memo for Record
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FROM: City Manager
RE : Material Sent to Council Only
Copy of letter from Mayor McDonald to Iowa DOT Commission regarding
the Iowa RISE Program.
Memoranda from the City Manager:
a. Pending Development Issues /99 7
b. Construction Projects - City Engineering Estimates
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c. Police Community Relations /98
Copy of letter from the City Manager to Iowa Department of Natural
Resources'regarding,legislation which would require an agricultural
setback along rivers and streams.
Copy of letter from the City Manager to the Liberal Arts Student
Association regarding concerns about downtown cleanup.
Copy of letter mailed to people along Ralston Creek regarding construction'
in connection with the waste water treatment project. /99z
- Copy of memorandum to the Police Chief regarding Officer,Friendly. 199-3
MAILED TO CITY COUNCIL ONLY (10-26-89)
Copy of letter from City Manager to Mary Neuhauser regarding yard waste .
disposal policy.
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
TO Memo for Record
FROM:
RE:
City Manager
Material in Information Packet
DATE : November 3, 1989
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Memoranda from the City Manager:
a. Project Review - Development International Associates 9S
b. Public Transit Funding
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c. CDBG Funds - Riverfront Commission
d. Contracts for Recycled Paper / y
e. Building Expansion - NCS / 99
f. Donald A. Mower Compost Proposal
g. Employee Exercise Room �oe�
h. CompostJ. -
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i. Investment Report �OOz
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f letters sent to area mayors regarding the use of the Iowa Cityll. f letter from the City Manager to Ms. Terry T. Saario, President
of the Northwest Area Foundation regarding grants for a community per-
forming arts/art gallery: aoo i
Memorandum from the Cit Attorney
crossings.' y rney regarding local regulation of railroad
2008
Memorandumfrom the Transit Manager regarding new transit equipment. ?do?
Copy of letter from the Community Relations Police Officer regarding
Regina D.A.R.E. Parents Night, ao/o
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otice of meeting of the Southeast Iowa Municipal League on November 15,9. do i/
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�3. Log Cabin
k. Pending Development Issues