HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-11-14 Correspondence2725 Hickory Trail
Iowa City, Iowa 52245
October 4, 1989
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Mr. John Moreland, Jr.
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We wish to ,call your attention to the fact that this existing
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manhole is inside our lot bounder and the existing
to the manhole is from the east
Enclosed is 'a part of the plat of First and Rochester, Part II, '
which.plat shows our lot and easement. You will note that 'if the
planned sewer runs approximatelydue north into : the manhole,' the
£{M12rii sewer will cross a part of our lot, not in the easement. I
It is our opinion .that under our property ownership rights we can
deny use of the area outside the easement area as a place for a �f
sewer, and... as a place for work in installingthe proposed...sewer.
It is our intention to exercise these rights.
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sanitary sewer connection is required.
Very truly yours, 1i
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J. Merle Trummel i
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'P."' Enclosure: Copy of part of plat First and Rochester, Part II
showing Lot #53 and easements.
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2725 Hickory Trail
Iowa City, Iowa 52245
October 4, 1989
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Mr. John Moreland, Jr.
E S & M Partners
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We wish to ,call your attention to the fact that this existing
y y sting easement
manhole is inside our lot bounder and the existing
to the manhole is from the east
Enclosed is 'a part of the plat of First and Rochester, Part II, '
which.plat shows our lot and easement. You will note that 'if the
planned sewer runs approximatelydue north into : the manhole,' the
£{M12rii sewer will cross a part of our lot, not in the easement. I
It is our opinion .that under our property ownership rights we can
deny use of the area outside the easement area as a place for a �f
sewer, and... as a place for work in installingthe proposed...sewer.
It is our intention to exercise these rights.
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sanitary sewer connection is required.
Very truly yours, 1i
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J. Merle Trummel i
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'P."' Enclosure: Copy of part of plat First and Rochester, Part II
showing Lot #53 and easements.
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Mr. John Moreland, Jr.
E S & M Partners
' 4 AMe 11i...r.l. ...mow.... r l'
We wish to ,call your attention to the fact that this existing
y y sting easement
manhole is inside our lot bounder and the existing
to the manhole is from the east
Enclosed is 'a part of the plat of First and Rochester, Part II, '
which.plat shows our lot and easement. You will note that 'if the
planned sewer runs approximatelydue north into : the manhole,' the
£{M12rii sewer will cross a part of our lot, not in the easement. I
It is our opinion .that under our property ownership rights we can
deny use of the area outside the easement area as a place for a �f
sewer, and... as a place for work in installingthe proposed...sewer.
It is our intention to exercise these rights.
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sanitary sewer connection is required.
Very truly yours, 1i
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J. Merle Trummel i
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'P."' Enclosure: Copy of part of plat First and Rochester, Part II
showing Lot #53 and easements.
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2725 Hickory Trail
Iowa City, Iowa 52245
October 19, 1989
City of Iowa City Planning Department
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Dear Planners and Commission Members:
I am writing to express some concerns in respect to the preliminary
plat for the proposed Oakbrooke Place subdivision off of Rochester
Avenue.
1. The existing storm sewer on the property is not shown on
the preliminary plat plan. I estimate the location of the
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sewer could conceivably impact lots 14, 15 and 16 and would
seem to cross the rear of lots 10, 11, 12 and 13. The sewer
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and easement should be shown on the plat and considered in
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layout.
2. The city should obtain easements for the existing storm
sewer if it does not already have them. In any event, it
would seem the easement should eventually appear in the ap-
propriate lot descriptions.
3. The condition of the outlet of the existing storm sewer
shows the care needed in developingthis area. About twenty!`
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feet of the lower end of the sewer is badly washed. The
individual sections of the sewer have separated and sunk and
are sliding on down hill. Repair and outlet work are needed.
4. Another aspect of storm drainage is the possibility of',
drainage from Rochester Avenue, entering Thomas Court unless
precautions are taken. Rochester Avenue .paving is crowned
in the subject area and'the.curve is such that,storm drainage
from the west .would tend to flow to the north side of Rochester
Avenue. Thus this drainage would tend to enter Thomas Court
unless Thomas Court is constructed with sufficient elevation
just north of the intersection with Rochester Avenue.
5. An additional aspect of the drainage off of Rochester Avenue
is that if the curb is cut to permit entrance to proposed lots
17 and 180 then Rochester Avenue drainage from the east will
enter these driveways. In the worst case scenario, there is
a possibility that the existing storm drain on Rochester Avenue
could be completely "short-circuited" by the driveways on the
east and Thomas Court on the west.
Sincerely yours,
J. Merle Trummel I OCT 19 1989
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: November 2, 1989
To: City Council and City Manager
From: Marianne Milkman, CDBG Program Coordinator
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Re: 1990 CDBG Funding Allocations
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The attached resource book provides information on the funding requests for 1990 CDBG
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Entitlement monies. Until Congress resolves its current budget Impasse, we will not know how
much money we will receive. At the moment it looks like it will be about four percent less than
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last year, Le. approximately $583,000. This amount combined with carryover funds, Income
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from housing rehab loan repayments, and the sale of Lower Ralston Creek parcels should give
us approximately $750,000 to allocate.
As in previous years, CDBG staff made recommendations on funding prior to CCN's October
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17,-1989, -meeting. At that meeting CCN discussed all projects, ranked them and then
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allocated funds. .A comparison of the amounts requested and recommended allocations by
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staff and CCN Is attached to this memo. Further information is Included in the CCN minutes,
the memos to CCN dated October 9 and 10, 1989, as well as in the individual applications.
Comments on Differences Between CCN and Staff Recommendations
1. Broadway Street Neighborhood Center
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As explained in the application, the Neighborhood Center plans were modified to include
a walkout basement. $20,375 was requested for additional excavation costs, insulation,
water -proofing, heating and cooling, and a concrete floor for the walk -out basement,
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Some.funding was also requested for additional parking spaces. Staff recommended
$10,000 in addition to the Center's request for the following improvements to the
basement: provision of electricity, roughing -in the plumbing, windows and drywall This
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would permit use of the basement for recreational and other activities immediately when
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the Center opens.
CCN in turn recommended a further $10,000 to provide a retaining wall between the
parking lot and lower level, a patio (outside hard surface play area), fencing, and a
handicapped accessible sidewalk to the basement: CCN's rationale was, that with the
expected immediate heavy use of the Center, it was essential to have these Items in
place.
2. St. Clements Neighborhood - Street Paving
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Staff recommended that a portion of the cost of this project come from CDBG funds.
This lower income neighborhood is eligible for CDBG funding and the neighborhood
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has requested It, The remainder of the cost could be funded through road use taxes
or from other sources. CCN recommended no CDBG funding at this time. The
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Committee felt that the neighborhood should request funding directly from Council, on
the grounds that all neighborhoods were entitled to paved streets with proper
stormwater drainage.
ESA Small Repair Program/Planning
CCN wanted to allocate additional funds to this program because they felt that this is
an excellent program which fills a great need. Jean Mann (ESA Director) told the
Committee that she does not have the staff to administer a larger program. CCN then
recommended that the extent of the need for this program be determined prior to next
year's funding cycle, to provide information on whether the program should be
expanded including Increasing the staffing. Again, Jean Mann indicated that she did
not have the staffing to carry out such a needs survey. It was decided that the CDBG
staff should do the survey, with an additional $1,500 added to the CDBG planning
allocation of $18,300 for this purpose.
Conditional Allocations
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Committee felt that the neighborhood should request funding directly from Council, on
the grounds that all neighborhoods were entitled to paved streets with proper
stormwater drainage.
ESA Small Repair Program/Planning
CCN wanted to allocate additional funds to this program because they felt that this is
an excellent program which fills a great need. Jean Mann (ESA Director) told the
Committee that she does not have the staff to administer a larger program. CCN then
recommended that the extent of the need for this program be determined prior to next
year's funding cycle, to provide information on whether the program should be
expanded including Increasing the staffing. Again, Jean Mann indicated that she did
not have the staffing to carry out such a needs survey. It was decided that the CDBG
staff should do the survey, with an additional $1,500 added to the CDBG planning
allocation of $18,300 for this purpose.
Conditional Allocations
You will note that some of the allocations are conditional. Such allocations are
contingent upon one or more of the following;
1. Availability of other funding sources by July 1, 1990.
2. A portion or all of the funds to be in the form of a loan. 4
3. A lien in the amount of the allocation to be placed on the property.
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4. An agreement regarding e.g, public use of an area, specific maintenance, etc. �I
will be required
CCN members and CDBG staff will be present at the Informal Council meeting on November f
13, 1989, to discuss these recommendations for 1990 CDBG projects. We plan to show a Is.
minute video on CDBG projects of the Council meeting on November 1
permitting). 4, 1989 (time
Because you will need to approve the final program statement at your meeting on November
21, 1989 (the application is due to HUD on December 1st), staff would like an indication from
you after the public hearing as to how the funds should be allocated.
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You will note that some of the allocations are conditional. Such allocations are
contingent upon one or more of the following;
1. Availability of other funding sources by July 1, 1990.
2. A portion or all of the funds to be in the form of a loan. 4
3. A lien in the amount of the allocation to be placed on the property.
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4. An agreement regarding e.g, public use of an area, specific maintenance, etc. �I
will be required
CCN members and CDBG staff will be present at the Informal Council meeting on November f
13, 1989, to discuss these recommendations for 1990 CDBG projects. We plan to show a Is.
minute video on CDBG projects of the Council meeting on November 1
permitting). 4, 1989 (time
Because you will need to approve the final program statement at your meeting on November
21, 1989 (the application is due to HUD on December 1st), staff would like an indication from
you after the public hearing as to how the funds should be allocated.
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1990 CDBG ALLOCATION
TOTAL FUNDS EXPECTED TO BE AVAILABLE: $750,000
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Amount Staff CCN j
Project Requested Recommendation Recommendation
Public Facilities 8 Improvements
Broadway Street Neighborhood Center $20,375 $30,000 $40,500
JC/IC Health Services Center 50,400 30,000 30,000
(or $30,000) (conditional) (conditional)
Neighborhood Improvement - Lafayette
Street Paving
Neighborhood Improvement - St. Clements
Street Paving
Roosevelt Neighborhood Open Space
Development
Rehabilitation
Housing Rehabilitation (includes
Rental Rehab, Section 312 Admin)
Transitional Housing (HACAP)
ESA Small Repair Program
UAY Youth Services Facility
Elderly Day Care Center Acquisition
8 Rehabilitation
Public Services
Aid to Agencies
Removal of Barriers to the Handicapped
Curb Ramps
Hoover School Accessible Playground
Phase II
Photo Dark Room Rec Center
Administration
General Administration
Planning
Assistance to Small Businesses
Contingency
TOTAL
24,410
24,410
24,410
(conditional)
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300,000
300,000
300,000
30,000
30,000
30, ODD
(conditional)
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22,700
22,700
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90,000
90,000
10,000
Road Use
Road Use
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7,800
7,800
7,800
4,740
4,740
4,740
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110,000
110,000
110,000
18,300
18,300
19,800
3,000
3,000
3,000
37,500
37,500
47,050
$896,118
$750,000
$750,000
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Al Azinger
Interim Superintendent
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IOWA CITY COMMUNITY
SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Interim Superintendent Iowa City, Iowa 52240
(319) 338-3685
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Ms. Marianne Milkman
CDBG Coordinator
City of Iowa City
410 E Washington
Iowa City, IA 52240
RE: ROOSEVELT NEIGHBORHOOD OPEN SPACE PROJECT
Dear Ms. Milkman:
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This is.to confirm the school.district's understanding that the Open Space -
Project being developed at Roosevelt Elementary School will be accessible to
public citizenry. The district's practice has long been to have our ground"
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facilities available and used by the public. That same practice would apply to
the Roosevelt Open Space Project.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me regarding this issue.
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Interim Superintendent
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
PROGRAM STATEMENT
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Submitted by:
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November 9, 1989
Anne Rawland, Chairperson
Ruth Becker Roberta Patrick
Dan Cilek Keith Ruff
Grace Cooper Maris Snider
Gary Fink George Starr
Agnes Kuhn Reginald Williams
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT DIVISION
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
CITY OF IOWA CITY y L
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EVALUATION
HUD Guidelines for Recommending CDBG Projects
Human Service Agency Requests
Staff Recommendations for 1990 CDBG Funding
Proposal Evaluation Scoring
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MINUTES FOR PUBLIC MEETINGS
1. Public Hearings
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2. Discussion and Recommendations for 1990 CDBG Funding
October 17, 1989
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PROJECTS RECOMMENDED FOR 1990 CDBG FUNDING
Applications and Supporting Documents
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PROJECTS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR 1990 CDBG FUNDING
Applications and Supporting Documents
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City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
Date: October 11, 1989 _
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To: Committee on Co munity Needs and City. Council
From: Mary Nugen Associate Planner
Re: HUD Guidelines for Recommending, CDBG Projects
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development )HUD) published new
regulations for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG),programs on
September 6, 1988. These regulations implement changes made to the Housing and
Community Development Act of 1974 by, congressional amendments in 1978, 1980,
1982, 1983 and finally,,with,the most recent Housing and, Community; Development I
Act of1987. he 1988 regulations are, formulated to allow communities to carry out ?
the intent of the act in a manner which. not only, results in the most efficient jj`
expenditure of federal,funds, but also, in an effective achievement oflocal goals.
The following' outline is intended to serve,as a grade for reviewing the Committee
.on Community, Needs' and the CDBG staff's recommendations, as well as any of the 1 ,
City Council's, preferences' for the use of the 1989 CDBG funds.
I NATIONAL OBJECTIVES
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Although communities may develop their own programs and funding I) 1
priorities, one of the, following national objectiyes must be met.;,
1. Benefit low and moderate income families. At. least 51$ of those I�
benefitting from the CDBG projects must have an annual income at 80$
or below, the area's median income.;, Local income. limits are listed
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Income Limits
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80% Median $20,050. $22,900 $25,800 $28,650 $30,450 $32,250
50% Median 12,550 14,300 16,100 17,900 19,350 20,750
The statute also specifies criteria for determining low and moderate
income benefit. jI
A. The activity must be carried out in an area or neighborhood
consisting predominantly of low to moderate Income persons.
B. The activity must involve facilities or services designed for use
predominantly by low and moderate Income persons. i
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C. An activity which provides for improved housing must be
occupied predominantly by low and moderate income
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D. An activity designed for job creation or retention must involve'
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C. An activity which provides for improved housing must be
occupied predominantly by low and moderate income
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D. An activity designed for job creation or retention must involve'
employment of predominantly by low and moderate income
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persons.
2. Aid in the prevention of slums and blight in designated redevelopment
or urban renewal areas. The area and activities must meet specific
conditions defined by the State or local government.'
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3. Meet the communitv development needs having a particular urgency
because existing conditions a
pose serious and immediate threat to the i-
health or welfare of the community or financial
other resources are not
available to meet such needs.
II. ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES"
Activities that can be carried out with CDBG funds include,' but'are
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limited to, the following: acquisition of real property; disposition; clearance
and demolition;relocation' assistance; rehabilitation
of residential and non-
residential structures; construction of public facilitiesfand improvements,
such 'as water and sewer facilities, streets and neighborhood agencies;`the
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provision of public services within a limit of.15$' of the total allocation
energy conservation; historic preservation; economic development activities
planning and consultant
activities and program'administration.','All 'must'
serve a ub"c purpose and,
again, meet one of the above national ;
objectives.
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The'types of activities that are generally'inefigible'include:buildings for
general conduct of government; expenses required to carry out the regular
responsibilities of the local government,'e.g.
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activities;
street maintenance; political
income payments, such as housing' allowance and mortgage
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subsidies;' new'' housing construction, exce t for residential facilities
providing shelter for persons
with special needs homeless shelters, i
convalescent homes, spouse abuse shelters, halfwayhouses, group homes
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for mentally retarded); purchase of construction equipment, office
equipment, fixtures, motor vehicles, furnishings or other personal
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Lot an integral structural fixture, is generally ineligible.
If you have any questions regarding the above HUD requirements or have
questions regarding specific projects or programs, do not hesitate to call me at
356-5248 or any of the CDBG staff.
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Since
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requests q from m human service agencies that participate In the Joint Coralville/Iowa
City/Johnson County/United Way Funding Process. This year, I have also reviewed two human
service,requests;from agencies that; do not. participate in that process—I hope that the :.
Information enclosed..will enhance your, review of, all human service. funding. requests by {
providing you with, additional background regarding the quality of the agencies involved as well I �.
{�. as the need for the current proposals. A
This report contains two Section:: (1) the. United. Way Planning Division's agency rankings from
fn the Joint Coralville/Iowa City/Johnson County/United Way, Budget Hearings and (2) a brief
narrative concerning each agency and the project for which funding is requested. The United II
Way Planning Division, which includes both Iowa City and Johnson County representatives,
scored each of the thirty presenting agencies on a scale from 1 to 5 (with 5 being best) in i..
{ three areas: the importance of the services provided, the quality of those services, and the
r.i agency's fiscal management. The rankings were based on a 30 -minute hearing as well as 20+
pages of budgetary and programmatic Information.; The attached list is in ranked order based
I upon a composite of each agency's standing for all aspects of its operation; the agency with
the best overall ranking is #1. The rankings of the: five participating agencies that have
submitted proposals for CDBG funding are: Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County (then
Willow Creek Neighborhood Center) ranked first, Elderly Services Agency ranked fourth, United
Action,for Youth ranked fourteenth, Mayor's Youth Employment Program ranked sixteenth, and
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program (HACAP) ranked twenty-seventh. It is important to
remember that the ranking for HACAP was based on its existing Johnson County services and
L; not on the Transitional Housing Project which is new. HACAP's ranking was affected, by
several problems related to federal and state budget cuts and to Inadequate facilities; those i
(-+ problems are in the process of resolution. For your information, I have attached a copy of the
Agency Evaluation Form that was completed by each Planning Division member for each
agency.
{� I have also reviewed two projects that were submitted by agencies that do not participate in I
the Joint Funding Process. One was submitted by the Johnson County Board of Health and
the other by Cheryle R. Partridge. Both proposals are for human service projects, so my
consideration of them seemed appropriate. In the attached narrative section, I have addressed
the need for all seven proposed projects and have also outlined the current position of each
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agency as a whole, understanding that CCN needs to know the strength of the entire agency
in order to judge its ability to carry out the proposal,
I cannot recommend funding the Elderly Day Care Project. It would involve creation of a new
agency to provide for expansion of an existing service. I believe that goal could be achieved
more cost effectively by expanding the services of the current provider, the Visiting Nurse
Association, if the need for expanded services can be documented. All other agencies that
have submitted proposals: Elderly Services Agency, HACAP, the Johnson County Board of
Health, Mayor's Youth Employment Program, Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County and
United Action for Youth are long-term providers of high quality care in our community. I have
found no reason, either administrative or programmatic, for recommending lhe'denial of any
of these proposals. Each project would enable an already strong agency to better serve the
Iowa City community.
CCN is again being asked to recommend using 15% (the maximumallowable) of Iowa City's
1990 entitlement funding to support the City of Iowa City's FY91 Aid -to -Agencies program.
Until FY87, Aid -to -Agencies funding came entirely from General Revenue Sharing. When
General Revenue' Sharing monies were not available' for FY88,, Iowa City followed CCN's
recommendation and used $93,150 of CDBG funding to replace a portion of the $195,509 Aid -
to -Agencies shortfall;-" Fifteen percent of CDBG funding ($87,600 for FY89 and $91,050 for
FY90) has-been used in each succeeding year for that purpose. In order to minimize
monitoring requirements, CDBG funds are expended for only three agencies, but CDBG support
actually impacts all agencies that are funded through the'Aid-to-Agencies Program:
Big Brothers/Big Sisters
The Crisis Center'
Domestic Violence Intervention Program
Elderly Services Agency
HACAP
MECCA
'Mayor's Youth Employment Program
Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County
Rape Victim Advocacy Program
Red Cross
United Action for Youth
Continuation of CDBG funding for the Aid -to -Agencies Program is imperative to enable these
agencies to continue to provide their Important services to the people of Iowa City.
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AGENCY RANKINGS
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RANKING COMPOSITE
COMPOSITE
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Willow Creek Neighborhood Center
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> Visiting Nurse Association
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Dental Services for Children
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Domestic Violence Intervention Program.
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School Children's Aid
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Youth Homes
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Goodwill Industries
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Special Care Dental Program
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United Action for Youth
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Emergency Housing Project
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Mayor's Youth Employment Program
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Crisis Center
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Big Brothers/Big Sisters'"„'"
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Hillcrest
3.86
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Handic
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Ra e Vare
p ictim AdVocacy Program
3.83
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Independent Living
3.68
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Lutheran Social Service
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Red Cross „
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HACAP
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HOW IMPORTANT TO JOHNSON COUNTY RESIDENTS DO THE UNITED WAY SUPPORTED
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SERVICES PROVIDED BY THIS AGENCY APPEAR TO BE?
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_A. Does there seem to be a need for the, agency program. in Johnsoni'
County?
B. Has the need for this agency's services seemed to have increased
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1. Elderly Services Agencv Request - $6,000
Small Repairs to the Homes of Low/Moderate Income Elderly and Handicapped
Persons
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The Elderly Services Agency (ESA) has been operating since 1980 and has five
programs: 1) Chore and Respite Care, 2) Information and Referral/Outreach and
Advocacy, 3) Shared Housing/Frail Elderly Program, 4) Coordinated Home Care, and
5) Housing Repair: ESA has maintained the goal of helping people 60 years of age and
older in Johnson County to stay in their own homes as long as possible. During FY89,
ESA served a total of 876 Iowa City residents (unduplicated count) through these
programs. ESA's funding sources include Iowa City, Johnson County, Coralville, United
Way, and Heritage Agency on Aging.
The clients of the Housing Repair Program have been primarily low Income, fragile
elderly. Moderate -income, extremely fragile elderly persons and non -elderly handi-
capped individuals have also participated. In 1989, through October 3, this program
has provided four clients with housing repair services that included: roof repairs,
plumbing and carpentry repairs, Installation of locks, and painting. All of this was
accomplished at a total cost of $1,896.77: Plans are in process for projects that will
assist at least 11 more clients during 1989 and that will expend the $4,103.23 funding
still available. CDBG staff is working with the staff at ESA to enhance the agency's
administration of this project and to facilitate the use of this funding earlier in the budget
year. ESA is requesting a continuation of this program with funding of $6,000. This
money will again be used to ensure that elderly and handicapped individuals in Iowa
City will be able to live in their own homes free of health and safety hazards. The
funding requested would enable ESA to serve 25 to 30 Individuals In 1990. The goal
of this program is to help elderly and handicapped people to maintain their Independ-
ence in a safe environment. ESA ensures that all housing repairs are low cost yet
adequate to resolve the problem.
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program Request - $30,000
Transitional Housing Prolect
The Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc. (HACAP) was incorporated in 1965
under the provisions of the federal Economic Opportunities Act of 1964 to serve
Johnson County. During succeeding years, services to additional counties were added:
Linn and Jones Counties in 1968, Benton and Iowa Counties in 1974 and Washington
County in 1981. HACAP continues to serve that six county area with a range of
services to meet the needs of each county. In Johnson County, HACAP operates a
Head Start Program that provides services in centers or in homes for both full and
partial days. Its Food Reservoir and Supplemental Food Program provides government
surplus commodities and privately donated food to needy families and to local agencies
that feed hungry people. HACAP also offers work experience, weatherization, and
energy assistance programs in Johnson County. HACAP served 3,764 Iowa City
residents In federal fiscal year 88.
With financial support from Johnson County and a federal homelessness grant, HACAP
has recentiv begun work on a Transitional Housing Program in Johnson County.
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Transitional housing involves providing both housing and supportive services to families
and individuals in need; it provides this help for up to 24 months, It Is a step between
shelter (which Is short-term and emphasizes meeting physical needs) and fully
independent living. Transitional housing Is especially helpful for those whose low
income situation Is compounded by problems such as substance abuse, lack of
education, domestic violence, physical or emotional problems. The sponsoring agency
for transitional housing, In this case HACAP, does not directly provide all additional
support services required. Rather, it maintains a close working relationship with other
service providers in the community and faciiitates.the connection between transitional
housing residents and the, appropriate helping agency. For example, the Domestic
Violence Intervention Program would work with HACAP to help a family in transitional
housing if domestic abuse were a problem. Local agencies have seen the need for this
type of extended support, When HACAP sought funding from Johnson County for this
program, the proposal received endorsement from the Crisis Center, Department of
Human Services, Domestic Violence Intervention Program, Elderly Services Agency,
Emergency Housing Project, Free Medical Clinic, Hillcrest Family Services, and the
Mental Health Center. These agencies deal with many clients who would profit from
this extended support as they attempt to solve their severe personal and family
problems.
HACAP has been providing a Transitional Housing Program in.Linn County for two
years. The agency operates six buildings, that contain 14 units In Linn County. Our
community is very fortunate to have the opportunity to establish a Transitional Housing
Program through an agency that has already mastered the complexities of this important
program.
3. JohnsonCounty/Johnson County. Board of Health Request A - $30,000
B - $50.400
Johnson County/Iowa City Health Services Center
The Johnson County Health Department is located at 1105 Gilbert Court in Iowa City
and offers a wide range of services to, people in the community. Programs include
environmental health services, public health services (includes communicable disease
Investigation), wellness services, health education (includes AIDS education),
homemaker/home health aid services, a child health clinic, and the Special Supplemental
Food Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). The Health Department moved
to Its current facility in February, 1980, In FY79, the year before the move; the Health
Department' served a total of 450 clients. By FY84, that number had grown to 2,036,
and In FY89 the number of clients served by the Health Department had risen to 6,761.
The client load has Increased 1,402% in the ten years since the Health Department
moved to its current location, making the facility extremely overcrowded.
In FY89, 3,078 clients were served by the Health Department's Child Health Clinic and
Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). These
programs.work to ensure the healthy development of low Income children by providing
health assessments, immunizations, nutritional and health counseling, and supplemental
food. These services are also available for pregnant women and for mothers of young
children.' It is difficult to Imagine any Investment in the future of low Income children
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Transitional housing involves providing both housing and supportive services to families
and individuals in need; it provides this help for up to 24 months, It Is a step between
shelter (which Is short-term and emphasizes meeting physical needs) and fully
independent living. Transitional housing Is especially helpful for those whose low
income situation Is compounded by problems such as substance abuse, lack of
education, domestic violence, physical or emotional problems. The sponsoring agency
for transitional housing, In this case HACAP, does not directly provide all additional
support services required. Rather, it maintains a close working relationship with other
service providers in the community and faciiitates.the connection between transitional
housing residents and the, appropriate helping agency. For example, the Domestic
Violence Intervention Program would work with HACAP to help a family in transitional
housing if domestic abuse were a problem. Local agencies have seen the need for this
type of extended support, When HACAP sought funding from Johnson County for this
program, the proposal received endorsement from the Crisis Center, Department of
Human Services, Domestic Violence Intervention Program, Elderly Services Agency,
Emergency Housing Project, Free Medical Clinic, Hillcrest Family Services, and the
Mental Health Center. These agencies deal with many clients who would profit from
this extended support as they attempt to solve their severe personal and family
problems.
HACAP has been providing a Transitional Housing Program in.Linn County for two
years. The agency operates six buildings, that contain 14 units In Linn County. Our
community is very fortunate to have the opportunity to establish a Transitional Housing
Program through an agency that has already mastered the complexities of this important
program.
3. JohnsonCounty/Johnson County. Board of Health Request A - $30,000
B - $50.400
Johnson County/Iowa City Health Services Center
The Johnson County Health Department is located at 1105 Gilbert Court in Iowa City
and offers a wide range of services to, people in the community. Programs include
environmental health services, public health services (includes communicable disease
Investigation), wellness services, health education (includes AIDS education),
homemaker/home health aid services, a child health clinic, and the Special Supplemental
Food Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). The Health Department moved
to Its current facility in February, 1980, In FY79, the year before the move; the Health
Department' served a total of 450 clients. By FY84, that number had grown to 2,036,
and In FY89 the number of clients served by the Health Department had risen to 6,761.
The client load has Increased 1,402% in the ten years since the Health Department
moved to its current location, making the facility extremely overcrowded.
In FY89, 3,078 clients were served by the Health Department's Child Health Clinic and
Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). These
programs.work to ensure the healthy development of low Income children by providing
health assessments, immunizations, nutritional and health counseling, and supplemental
food. These services are also available for pregnant women and for mothers of young
children.' It is difficult to Imagine any Investment in the future of low Income children
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safeguard their health. Funding for these programs comes from the federal government,
and other funding is available for related activities if the Health Department has the
facilities necessary to provide the services. The Health Department's location, as
currently configured, is not adequate to meet this need; this proposal would solve that
problem.
It is obvious in reviewing the project described in this proposal that plans for expansion
of the Health Services Center are far from complete. Yet the need for improvement of
the facility and the potential positive Impact on our community are clear. It would
seem very prudent to recommend an allocation of funding for this project that would
be dispensed only when a clear, complete, detailed and acceptable project plan is
submitted
4. Mayor's Youth Employment Program Request - $24.410
Open Space Protect
The Mayor's Youth Employment Program (MYEP) was begun in 1968 to provide
employment opportunities to disadvantaged youth in Iowa City and surrounding
communities within Johnson County. In FY89, MYEP 'served "155 Iowa City residents.
MYEP's funders Include Iowa City, Coralville, Johnson County; United Way, the Iowa City
Community School District, the University of Iowa, and the State of Iowa Department of
Economic Development.
In 1983, MYEP expanded from its original school year programming to Include the Iowa
Youth Corps Conservation Project, in which youth aged 15 to 18 are randomly selected
by the State of Iowa to work on conservation -related projects during six weeks of the
summer. Since 1987, MYEP has also Included the Iowa Conservation Corps Young
Adult Program. MYEP is requesting CDBG funds fora project that will employ youth
and young adults participating in these two programs. The project involves creating an
attractive, easily usable and educational open space. for Iowa City's Miller/Orchard
neighborhood. Program participants will Improve a currently overgrown ravine by
creating a trail system that is accessible to individuals with handicapping conditions and
that will Include diverse opportunities for the enjoyment of nature in an urban
environment. Community Development Block Grant funds will be used for the purchase
of materials for the project, for the purchase of support services, and to match funds
provided by. the State of Iowa Department of Economic Development for staff wages.
The salaries of the young people involved will be paid by the Iowa Youth Corps
Conservation Project grant
5. Neighborhood Centers of Johnson Coup Reguest - $20,375
Broadway Street Neighborhood Center'
In 1973, a group of residents and management from Mark IV apartments approached
the University of Iowa's School of Social Work to organize a program to help alleviate
problems in the neighborhood. Conditions In that low Income neighborhood were poor.
Vandalism, juvenile delinquency, disputes among neighbors, and a high incidence of
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that is more basic or that has more long-range importance than expenditures to
safeguard their health. Funding for these programs comes from the federal government,
and other funding is available for related activities if the Health Department has the
facilities necessary to provide the services. The Health Department's location, as
currently configured, is not adequate to meet this need; this proposal would solve that
problem.
It is obvious in reviewing the project described in this proposal that plans for expansion
of the Health Services Center are far from complete. Yet the need for improvement of
the facility and the potential positive Impact on our community are clear. It would
seem very prudent to recommend an allocation of funding for this project that would
be dispensed only when a clear, complete, detailed and acceptable project plan is
submitted
4. Mayor's Youth Employment Program Request - $24.410
Open Space Protect
The Mayor's Youth Employment Program (MYEP) was begun in 1968 to provide
employment opportunities to disadvantaged youth in Iowa City and surrounding
communities within Johnson County. In FY89, MYEP 'served "155 Iowa City residents.
MYEP's funders Include Iowa City, Coralville, Johnson County; United Way, the Iowa City
Community School District, the University of Iowa, and the State of Iowa Department of
Economic Development.
In 1983, MYEP expanded from its original school year programming to Include the Iowa
Youth Corps Conservation Project, in which youth aged 15 to 18 are randomly selected
by the State of Iowa to work on conservation -related projects during six weeks of the
summer. Since 1987, MYEP has also Included the Iowa Conservation Corps Young
Adult Program. MYEP is requesting CDBG funds fora project that will employ youth
and young adults participating in these two programs. The project involves creating an
attractive, easily usable and educational open space. for Iowa City's Miller/Orchard
neighborhood. Program participants will Improve a currently overgrown ravine by
creating a trail system that is accessible to individuals with handicapping conditions and
that will Include diverse opportunities for the enjoyment of nature in an urban
environment. Community Development Block Grant funds will be used for the purchase
of materials for the project, for the purchase of support services, and to match funds
provided by. the State of Iowa Department of Economic Development for staff wages.
The salaries of the young people involved will be paid by the Iowa Youth Corps
Conservation Project grant
5. Neighborhood Centers of Johnson Coup Reguest - $20,375
Broadway Street Neighborhood Center'
In 1973, a group of residents and management from Mark IV apartments approached
the University of Iowa's School of Social Work to organize a program to help alleviate
problems in the neighborhood. Conditions In that low Income neighborhood were poor.
Vandalism, juvenile delinquency, disputes among neighbors, and a high incidence of
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child abuse and police reports contributed to a generally deteriorated quality of life. The
Mark IV Drop-in Center was established to enhance the quality of life in the
neighborhood by developing neighborhood -based support systems, connecting low
Income persons to services, and encouraging a sense of community. During the past
16 years the center, renamed the Willow Creek Neighborhood Center, has worked to
achieve those goals, and conditions at Pheasant Ridge (formerly Mark IV) have
Improved significantly.
In July of 1988, the Willow Creek Neighborhood Center utilized additional Iowa City,
Johnson County and. United,Way operating funding to initiate a program at the
Cedarwood Apartments. Conditions at the Cedarwood apartment complex resembled
the problems at Willow Creek 16 years ago. Child abuse reports and police reports
were very high. Many households were headed by young, single mothers, and all of
the residents were low income. Many of the women living in the complex had been or
were currently victims of abuse. Later in 1988, Iowa City's City Council approved the
recommendation of the Committee on Community Needs to allocate 1989 CDBG funding
for the purchase of a facility to be used as a neighborhood center for the Cedarwood
complex and the Broadway Street area. That Initial commitment by the City resulted
In the agency's securing additional funding for the building from Johnson County and
from the Iowa Department of Economic Development. The promise of a building also
resulted in an unprecedented outpouring of programmatic assistance from other
agencies. Services have been provided in the Cedarwood office, in the laundry room,
and on the lawn. Staff hours were Increased with funding secured by MECCA (Mid -
Eastern Council on Chemical Abuse) and the Iowa Stale Extension Service.
It has become obvious that this additional and much-needed help will combine with the
prograrns'originally planned for the Center to fill the building as soon as it opens. The
agency (now renamed Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County to reflect its operation
of both, the Willow, Creek and the Broadway Street teighborhood Centers) has taken
the very'prudent step of changing the, building's plans from construction on a concrete
slab to construction' with a full walk-ot basement., More space will soon be needed,
and adding the basement area is the most cost effective method of meeting that need.
6. United Action for Youth Request - $22.700
Youth Center Improvement
United Action for Youth (UAY) was incorporated in 1970. Its two programs, Counsel-
ing/Intervention and.Prevention, are concerned with assisting young people and their
families In resolving personal and family problems. UAY works extensively with runaway
and homeless youth as well as with the larger adolescent community; it is particularly
concerned with delinquency and substance abuse prevention. UAY attempts to involve
young people in programs that make use of their creative talents and energy. In FY89,
UAY worked with 605 Iowa City residents. Funding sources for UAY Include Iowa City,
Coralville, Johnson County, United Way, and, many state and federal programs.
United Action for Youth operated from 1972 to 1987 in space donated by the Iowa City
Friends Meeting (Quaker). While that space was initially adequate for the agency's
needs, significant growth in the number of clients and the addition of the Synthesis Arts
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Mark IV Drop-in Center was established to enhance the quality of life in the
neighborhood by developing neighborhood -based support systems, connecting low
Income persons to services, and encouraging a sense of community. During the past
16 years the center, renamed the Willow Creek Neighborhood Center, has worked to
achieve those goals, and conditions at Pheasant Ridge (formerly Mark IV) have
Improved significantly.
In July of 1988, the Willow Creek Neighborhood Center utilized additional Iowa City,
Johnson County and. United,Way operating funding to initiate a program at the
Cedarwood Apartments. Conditions at the Cedarwood apartment complex resembled
the problems at Willow Creek 16 years ago. Child abuse reports and police reports
were very high. Many households were headed by young, single mothers, and all of
the residents were low income. Many of the women living in the complex had been or
were currently victims of abuse. Later in 1988, Iowa City's City Council approved the
recommendation of the Committee on Community Needs to allocate 1989 CDBG funding
for the purchase of a facility to be used as a neighborhood center for the Cedarwood
complex and the Broadway Street area. That Initial commitment by the City resulted
In the agency's securing additional funding for the building from Johnson County and
from the Iowa Department of Economic Development. The promise of a building also
resulted in an unprecedented outpouring of programmatic assistance from other
agencies. Services have been provided in the Cedarwood office, in the laundry room,
and on the lawn. Staff hours were Increased with funding secured by MECCA (Mid -
Eastern Council on Chemical Abuse) and the Iowa Stale Extension Service.
It has become obvious that this additional and much-needed help will combine with the
prograrns'originally planned for the Center to fill the building as soon as it opens. The
agency (now renamed Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County to reflect its operation
of both, the Willow, Creek and the Broadway Street teighborhood Centers) has taken
the very'prudent step of changing the, building's plans from construction on a concrete
slab to construction' with a full walk-ot basement., More space will soon be needed,
and adding the basement area is the most cost effective method of meeting that need.
6. United Action for Youth Request - $22.700
Youth Center Improvement
United Action for Youth (UAY) was incorporated in 1970. Its two programs, Counsel-
ing/Intervention and.Prevention, are concerned with assisting young people and their
families In resolving personal and family problems. UAY works extensively with runaway
and homeless youth as well as with the larger adolescent community; it is particularly
concerned with delinquency and substance abuse prevention. UAY attempts to involve
young people in programs that make use of their creative talents and energy. In FY89,
UAY worked with 605 Iowa City residents. Funding sources for UAY Include Iowa City,
Coralville, Johnson County, United Way, and, many state and federal programs.
United Action for Youth operated from 1972 to 1987 in space donated by the Iowa City
Friends Meeting (Quaker). While that space was initially adequate for the agency's
needs, significant growth in the number of clients and the addition of the Synthesis Arts
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Workshop eventually rendered the space much too small. In 1987, UAY received City
of Iowa City Community Development Block Grant funding and combined that with
monies from other sources to purchase a Youth Center building at 410 Iowa Avenue.
The Youth Center houses United Action for Youth, Mayor's Youth Employment Program,
and Youth Homes, Inc., and provides each agency with a significantly improved base
of operations. The combined facility fosters inter -agency coordination and improves
accessibility of services to clients.
UAY is requesting funding to improve its security lighting and alarm system, to replace
a portion of its climate control system, and to finish Its basement. The first two portions
of this project are necessary to maintain the usefulness of the Center. A facility that
serves troubled youth must be secure-, it must also offer a comfortable environment that
can foster the calming of troubled tempers even during Iowa's hot summers. The third
portion of the project will expand the usable area In the Youth Center. The Center's
success has led to expansion of programming pyeach of the three agencies it houses.
Additionally, UAY's client load has increased by 69% since FY87 While the increases
in programs offered and clientsserved are desirable, they have left. the facility
unworkably crowded. Finishing the existing basement area Is a cost effective method
of providing the needed additional space for client services.
7. - Chervle R. Partridge Reguest $80.000 to $100.000 `
Elderly Day Care'
Day Programming for senior citizens and for adults with handicapping conditions is a
very significant community need. The Visiting Nurse Association, currently offers the
Adult Day Program at the Senior Center to provide this important service, Discussion
with Doreen M6nitt6, Coordinator of the Adult Day Program, and Joan Mann, Executive
Director of the Elderly Services Agency, indicates that there may be a need to serve
additional individuals with this type of programming, and that there' is surely'a need for
service during extended hours, on weekends, and on a drop-in basis. I cannot,
however,' conclude that this proposal is the best way to meet the need for additional
service.
fie funders Involved In the Joint Funding Process for Human Service Agencies (Iowa
City, Johnson County,, Coralviile, and United Way) have consistently maintained that
when there Is a need for new services or for expanded services, every attempt should
be'made`to meet that need through existing agencies. This, policy works to reduce
costs by minimizing the creation 61 new agencles, each of which would require support
for its own administrative structure. The "goal is to utilize the minimum funding
necessary for good' administration so that most funding. dollars will be used for
programming' that directly benefits •clients. Ms: Partridge, has done the community a
valuable service by pointing out the necessity of determining exactly what the needs are
for expansion of day programming for the elderly and for individuals with handicapping
conditions. • I would suggest that she for,
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Workshop eventually rendered the space much too small. In 1987, UAY received City
of Iowa City Community Development Block Grant funding and combined that with
monies from other sources to purchase a Youth Center building at 410 Iowa Avenue.
The Youth Center houses United Action for Youth, Mayor's Youth Employment Program,
and Youth Homes, Inc., and provides each agency with a significantly improved base
of operations. The combined facility fosters inter -agency coordination and improves
accessibility of services to clients.
UAY is requesting funding to improve its security lighting and alarm system, to replace
a portion of its climate control system, and to finish Its basement. The first two portions
of this project are necessary to maintain the usefulness of the Center. A facility that
serves troubled youth must be secure-, it must also offer a comfortable environment that
can foster the calming of troubled tempers even during Iowa's hot summers. The third
portion of the project will expand the usable area In the Youth Center. The Center's
success has led to expansion of programming pyeach of the three agencies it houses.
Additionally, UAY's client load has increased by 69% since FY87 While the increases
in programs offered and clientsserved are desirable, they have left. the facility
unworkably crowded. Finishing the existing basement area Is a cost effective method
of providing the needed additional space for client services.
7. - Chervle R. Partridge Reguest $80.000 to $100.000 `
Elderly Day Care'
Day Programming for senior citizens and for adults with handicapping conditions is a
very significant community need. The Visiting Nurse Association, currently offers the
Adult Day Program at the Senior Center to provide this important service, Discussion
with Doreen M6nitt6, Coordinator of the Adult Day Program, and Joan Mann, Executive
Director of the Elderly Services Agency, indicates that there may be a need to serve
additional individuals with this type of programming, and that there' is surely'a need for
service during extended hours, on weekends, and on a drop-in basis. I cannot,
however,' conclude that this proposal is the best way to meet the need for additional
service.
fie funders Involved In the Joint Funding Process for Human Service Agencies (Iowa
City, Johnson County,, Coralviile, and United Way) have consistently maintained that
when there Is a need for new services or for expanded services, every attempt should
be'made`to meet that need through existing agencies. This, policy works to reduce
costs by minimizing the creation 61 new agencles, each of which would require support
for its own administrative structure. The "goal is to utilize the minimum funding
necessary for good' administration so that most funding. dollars will be used for
programming' that directly benefits •clients. Ms: Partridge, has done the community a
valuable service by pointing out the necessity of determining exactly what the needs are
for expansion of day programming for the elderly and for individuals with handicapping
conditions. • I would suggest that she for,
the staff at the Visiting Nurse Association
and work through and with them to explore this important Issue.
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1. Public Services, (Aid to Agencies)
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It has been Council pofty to use the full 15% of the $600,000 entitlement funds we are
permitted to allocate to operational costs of public services, for the City's Aid to
Agencies, budget. . (See, Memo from Marge Penney, Human Services Coordinator.)
2. Admin lstratlo;n and Planning $128,300
This amount Is needed to administer the'CDBG, Rental Rehabilit'a'tion and Section 312
Housing Rehabilitation programs (totalling approximately $970,000), and do the research
and planning necessary to deal with affordable housing problems In Iowa City.
Solutions, to these problems are expected to combine Federal, State and local resources
eventually..,.
3. Lower Paying Ralston Cree . k Neighborhood Improvements Lafayette Street $ 14,000
Ono, of the,, conditions of the sale. of Lower. Ralston Crook Parcel C on Lafayette Street,
was the paving Lafayette Street between Dubuque Street and the alley to the east,
..and. Improvement of the area with some tree planting and chipsealing'of the north-
...... s6uth.olley between . the . Iowa Interstate, railroad tricks and Lafayette Street:: The monies
to'be used are from the proceeds of the sale of Parcel C. These proceeds are Included
in, the, $150,000 Income figure mentioned In the first paragraph of this memo.
4. Contingency, $37,500
As In the past, we recommend a 5% contingency to take care of unexpected cost over-
runs and emergency projects.
These four Items total $269,800, leaving $480,200 for allocation to other projects.
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Re: 1990 CDBG Project Funding
As I explained at your meeting'on September 19, 1989, we are anticipating a $600,000 CDBG
entitlement allocation for 1990. (There Is a small chance that this may be cut by 5% if the
Provisions of the, Gramm-Rudman Act go Into effect on October 15, 1989.) In addition, we will
have Income and carryover funds of approximately $150,000 for a total of $750,000 available
for, allocation. . All projects funded must meet one . of the national objectives by benefitting
principally low- and.moderate-income (LMI) personsor eliminating slums and blight.
Of the available funds, the followin . g amounts or . a essentially "spoken' for:
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1. Public Services, (Aid to Agencies)
90,000
It has been Council pofty to use the full 15% of the $600,000 entitlement funds we are
permitted to allocate to operational costs of public services, for the City's Aid to
Agencies, budget. . (See, Memo from Marge Penney, Human Services Coordinator.)
2. Admin lstratlo;n and Planning $128,300
This amount Is needed to administer the'CDBG, Rental Rehabilit'a'tion and Section 312
Housing Rehabilitation programs (totalling approximately $970,000), and do the research
and planning necessary to deal with affordable housing problems In Iowa City.
Solutions, to these problems are expected to combine Federal, State and local resources
eventually..,.
3. Lower Paying Ralston Cree . k Neighborhood Improvements Lafayette Street $ 14,000
Ono, of the,, conditions of the sale. of Lower. Ralston Crook Parcel C on Lafayette Street,
was the paving Lafayette Street between Dubuque Street and the alley to the east,
..and. Improvement of the area with some tree planting and chipsealing'of the north-
...... s6uth.olley between . the . Iowa Interstate, railroad tricks and Lafayette Street:: The monies
to'be used are from the proceeds of the sale of Parcel C. These proceeds are Included
in, the, $150,000 Income figure mentioned In the first paragraph of this memo.
4. Contingency, $37,500
As In the past, we recommend a 5% contingency to take care of unexpected cost over-
runs and emergency projects.
These four Items total $269,800, leaving $480,200 for allocation to other projects.
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In discussing funding for projects, the staff considered a number of factors including eligibility,
feasibility, number of persons benefitting, possible duplication of services, leveraging of other
funds, feasibility of loans, and tho overall benefit to the City. Comments on staff recommenda-
tions follow:
A. Projects Recommended for Funding
Broadway street Neighborhood Center
The Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County request additional CDBG funding to
construct an unfinished walkout basement for the facility currently under construction.
Funds would allow for additional foundation waterproofing, insulation and materials for
the expansion, as well as required parking spaces. In the application, the Center's staff
indicate the potential of increased space needs in the near future, Because of this, staff
believes that additional funds should be included to cover the additional flooring and
ceiling materials/labor which would make the basement usable immediately, at least as -
indoor open space. Although there are no immediate plans for services (e.g. electric
outlets) in this area, we believe that the basement can be utilized sooner and in
addition, the Center will save possible inflationary costs of future construction, l
The CCN, the City Council and the Johnson County Board of Supervisors, have
recognized the need for this neighborhood' center and have made it'a high priority.
From the CDBG grant of $50,000 in 1989, the Center was able to negotiate a long-
termlease with the' City of Iowa City for land, and secure a $72,000' loan from the
State of Iowa Department of Economic Development, as well as $25,000 from the —
Johnson County Board of Supervisors. In addition, local developers, contractors and
organizations have contributed time and labor toward the development of the center.
Johnson County/Iowa City Health Services Center (see memo from Marge Penney)
Neighborhood Improvements - St. Clements Street Paving
i .This project application involved the construction of a street, curb, gutter and storm V .
sewer on the northern half of St. Clements Street (north of North Dodge Street). The
area between North Dodge and the proposed new street was requested to be repaired.
The total cost of the project was estimated to be $46,893.
Staff recommendations for the project involve both a change in the project and funding
level Staff suggests that the project be expanded to include the of the
neighborhood access to orient to Prairie du Chien Rd rather than the Hometown Dairy
operations at North Dodge Street (see attached sketch)."The re-routed street would
curve, through an . undeveloped lot north of St. wou
John's Alley (currently owned ld
Hometown Dairy) and the existing St. John's Alley and southerly section of the St.
Clements Street would be vacated to Hometown Dairy In exchange for the vacant lot,
This expanded project is subject to review and approval by the residents and property
owners of St. Clements Street. Staff funding recommendation of $21,550 Is conditional
and based on the balance available from CDBG funds after all other projects have been
funded. Any additional funds needed to complete the project would be made up with `
Road Use Tax funds or other funding as available.
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feasibility, number of persons benefitting, possible duplication of services, leveraging of other
funds, feasibility of loans, and tho overall benefit to the City. Comments on staff recommenda-
tions follow:
A. Projects Recommended for Funding
Broadway street Neighborhood Center
The Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County request additional CDBG funding to
construct an unfinished walkout basement for the facility currently under construction.
Funds would allow for additional foundation waterproofing, insulation and materials for
the expansion, as well as required parking spaces. In the application, the Center's staff
indicate the potential of increased space needs in the near future, Because of this, staff
believes that additional funds should be included to cover the additional flooring and
ceiling materials/labor which would make the basement usable immediately, at least as -
indoor open space. Although there are no immediate plans for services (e.g. electric
outlets) in this area, we believe that the basement can be utilized sooner and in
addition, the Center will save possible inflationary costs of future construction, l
The CCN, the City Council and the Johnson County Board of Supervisors, have
recognized the need for this neighborhood' center and have made it'a high priority.
From the CDBG grant of $50,000 in 1989, the Center was able to negotiate a long-
termlease with the' City of Iowa City for land, and secure a $72,000' loan from the
State of Iowa Department of Economic Development, as well as $25,000 from the —
Johnson County Board of Supervisors. In addition, local developers, contractors and
organizations have contributed time and labor toward the development of the center.
Johnson County/Iowa City Health Services Center (see memo from Marge Penney)
Neighborhood Improvements - St. Clements Street Paving
i .This project application involved the construction of a street, curb, gutter and storm V .
sewer on the northern half of St. Clements Street (north of North Dodge Street). The
area between North Dodge and the proposed new street was requested to be repaired.
The total cost of the project was estimated to be $46,893.
Staff recommendations for the project involve both a change in the project and funding
level Staff suggests that the project be expanded to include the of the
neighborhood access to orient to Prairie du Chien Rd rather than the Hometown Dairy
operations at North Dodge Street (see attached sketch)."The re-routed street would
curve, through an . undeveloped lot north of St. wou
John's Alley (currently owned ld
Hometown Dairy) and the existing St. John's Alley and southerly section of the St.
Clements Street would be vacated to Hometown Dairy In exchange for the vacant lot,
This expanded project is subject to review and approval by the residents and property
owners of St. Clements Street. Staff funding recommendation of $21,550 Is conditional
and based on the balance available from CDBG funds after all other projects have been
funded. Any additional funds needed to complete the project would be made up with `
Road Use Tax funds or other funding as available.
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Roosevelt Neighborhood Open Space Development
A new application from Peg McElroy for this project is included in your packet. The
original application proposed an Outdoor Learning Center. Such a project with its focus
on the schools city-wlde Is Ineligible for CDBG funding. After some discussion, we
agreed that this project would be much more appropriate if it focused on the
development of open space for the lower Income neighborhood surrounding Roosevelt
School, where there Is very little open space available. This is the new application that
you now have, please disregard the original application.
Roosevelt School serves the Miller/Orchard Neighborhood as well as the densely
populated apartment area on Benton Street; the area has a 67% low/moderate-income
population. It Is the City's and School Board's policy to enhance the neighborhood
focus of elementary school sites by developing appropriate open space for use as a
neighborhood park. Such Is the intent for the development of the currently unusable
ravine west of Roosevelt School.
The development plan with its accessible trails, various types of 'lamed" vegetation and
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amphitheater, will provide an attractive area for use by the-neighborhood the
school and particularly the two elderly residential complexes which are In the
Future development of part of the open, space specifically for classroom use, Is 7
consistent with the primary purpose of providing accessible, usable open space. The
fact that CDBG funds will leverage 57% of the funding for the project from state and
local sources Is significant. In addition, the Mayor's Youth Employment Program will 1 i ; `.
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use; - Conservation Corps participants for this project Staff also
recommends some Initial neighborhood activities In the "park" to make local residents
aware of this developed open space.
Housing Rehabilitation
This -program continues to be the single most successful program In terms of the
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number of LMI households benefitting directly, as well as the overall Impact on the City
In Improving and maintaining the older housing stock. ' Six prograrris which meet
different needs are managed through the rehab office. The program also leveraged an
additional 69,000 In rental rehab funds and at least 80,000 In private housing rehab
monies.
Transitional Housing
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There Is a need to provide a safe, secure yet Independent environment for families and
Individuals recovering from crisis situations. The Domestic Violence, Intervention
Program and the Emergency Housing Shelter Project are full to capacity and only
provide short-term shelter. Although the shelters refer clients to needed medical and
social, services, they are not equipped to provide individual'counsellingfor longer
periods, There Is an effective transitional housing program currently In Unn County
whereby several homes were either donated or purchased at low cost and rehabilitated
with local funding and private contributions; The program not only provides housing
but also supervision and counselling to help families got back on their feet. Although t
It Is extremely difficult to find low cost homes available for sale In Iowa City, the HACAP
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personnel have been working with local realtors to find a place. Staff suggests that the
HACAP request for CDBG funds to purchase/rehabilitate an existing home be granted,
however contingent upon a purchase offer/lease being secured no later than July 1,
1989.
Elderly, Services Agency/Small Repair Program .
The, program, now in Its sixth year, helps elderly persons remain in their homes by
providing funds to make smaller/minor repairs to their homes. Staff recommends that
the funding request of $8,000 be approved and that additional administrative changes
be evaluated to ensure an efficient and productive program.
United Action for YouthlYouth Center Improvements
The facility at 410 Iowa Avenue has had over $15,000 in Improvements made to it in
the past two years utilizing CDBG funding. Staff recommends this year's request of
$22,700 be approved to allow for Improved security lighting and climate control as well
as expanding the client space by finishing off the space under the newer addition.
These Improvements will allow for the agencies that occupy the space to continue to
have adequate accommodations for the day-today operations. It is recommended that
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$7,700 be provided as a grant and the remaining $15,000.in the form of a no-interest,
ten-year loan with repayment starting in 1993.
Hoover School Accessible Playground Phase II
Hoover School Playground 1 Committee has . presented a creative' yet . reasonable
approach to providing an integrated: play area for.the physically disabled children
attending Hoover School as well as those children living in the neighborhood. $5,000
In 1989 CDBG funds along with approximately $4,000 of private funds were used to
construct Phase I of a project to construct a multi-phased play area accessible to all
children. Phase I Included a walkway down the hillside, a slide and two handicapped
swings., The proposed plan for Phase II will extend the walkway to the existing swing
area of the playground and construct a raised sandbox and a double stair/slide access
to the sandbox: Hoover School Playground Committee estimates that it may cost an
additional $10,000 to complete the project. Staff believes that completion of Phase I
and the proposed Phase II will greatly enhance the opportunities for creative and safe
play for all the children, however, we do not recommend funding beyond what is
specified In the Hoover School request. We believe that the Hoover School Playground
Committee as well as the School District can more realistically handle the existing multi-
phased approach at this time.
Photo Darkroom for. Recreation Center, ,.
The Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department has again requested funding for making
the, Photo Darkroom in the. Recreation, Center, accessible to handicapped individuals.
The.widening of the,doonvay, lowering of the countertops and sinks; and Installation
of accessible shelving and electrical outlets is necessary. Staff recommends approving
the requested $4,740 for this project.
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This is a continuation of a program to assist women and minority businesses as well
as other small businesses working on CDBG funded projects. These businesses are
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Experience from the,past year indicates a need for approximately $3,000.
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Ina recent memo included in your packet from City Manager Stephen Atkins, it was
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encourages continued involvement by the Curb Ramp Committee in evaluating locations
for such curb ramp, installations.
Elderly Day Care Center Acquisition and Rehabilitation (see memo from Marge
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The attached sheet shows the actual amount staff recommends for funding of each project.
You may wish to look at this list after you have ranked projects and assigned dollar amounts
yourselves. For projects which are recommended for conditional funding, monies -could be
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If you have any questions' about any projects or the allocation process, please call any of the
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Recommendation
Public Facilities E Improvements
Broadway Street Neighborhood Center
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Neighborhood Improvement -, Lafayette
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14,000
14,000
Neighborhood Improvement - St. Clements
Street Paving .
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21,550
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24,410
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Housing Rehabilitation (includes Rental
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30,000
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ESA Small Repair Program
6,000
6,000
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Removal of Barriers to the Handicapped
Curb Ramps
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Road Use.
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Hoover School Accessible Playground Phase II
7,800
7,800
Photo Dark Room Rec'Center
4,740
4,740
Administration
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110,000
110,000
Planning
18,300
18,300
Assistance to Small Businesses
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37,500
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Criteria for Evaluating CDBG Requests
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COMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY NEEDS
SEPTEMBER 19, 1989 - 3:30 P.M.
SENIOR CENTER CLASSROOM
MEMBERS PRESENT: Becker, Cilek, Cooper, Fink, Kuhn, Patrick, Rawland, Ruff, Snider,
Starr, Williams
MEMBERS ABSENT:, None
STAFF, PRESENT: Nugent, Barnes, Hale, Kilpatrick, Milkman, Neff
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CiTY COUNCIL:
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CALL TO ORDER:
Vice -chairperson Starr called the meeting to order at 3:35 p.m.
REVIEW OF AUGUST 22. 1989. CCN MINUTES
Becker moved to approve the minutes as amended. Kuhn seconded. The motion passed
unanimously, 11.0.
PUBLIC/MEMBER DISCUSSION:
Nugent Informed the Committee that due to the end of Ruth Becker's term on CCN, another
member is needed to serve with Patrick as a Human Services Representative for the Joint
Funding hearings for Johnson County, Iowa City and United Way. She provided the members
with the hearing schedule and Indicated It would be desirable to make the appointment in
November.
Hale gave a CDBG video project update., She stated the'rough form is' being' prepared and
should be completed in two to three weeks. CCN will be able to review the video at their
October 17,,1989 meeting. She stated the video will be used at the Public Hearing for CCN's
recommendations for CDBG allocations at the end of October.
(Cilek and Rawland arrived at 3:.40 p.m.)
New member Dan Cltek was Introduced to the Committee.
Rawland stated that Becker Is not reapplying for appointment to CCN. Ruff and Cooper have
both reapplied.
RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE 1990.92 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN:
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SEPTEMBER 19, 1989 - 3:30 P.M.
SENIOR CENTER CLASSROOM
MEMBERS PRESENT: Becker, Cilek, Cooper, Fink, Kuhn, Patrick, Rawland, Ruff, Snider,
Starr, Williams
MEMBERS ABSENT:, None
STAFF, PRESENT: Nugent, Barnes, Hale, Kilpatrick, Milkman, Neff
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CALL TO ORDER:
Vice -chairperson Starr called the meeting to order at 3:35 p.m.
REVIEW OF AUGUST 22. 1989. CCN MINUTES
Becker moved to approve the minutes as amended. Kuhn seconded. The motion passed
unanimously, 11.0.
PUBLIC/MEMBER DISCUSSION:
Nugent Informed the Committee that due to the end of Ruth Becker's term on CCN, another
member is needed to serve with Patrick as a Human Services Representative for the Joint
Funding hearings for Johnson County, Iowa City and United Way. She provided the members
with the hearing schedule and Indicated It would be desirable to make the appointment in
November.
Hale gave a CDBG video project update., She stated the'rough form is' being' prepared and
should be completed in two to three weeks. CCN will be able to review the video at their
October 17,,1989 meeting. She stated the video will be used at the Public Hearing for CCN's
recommendations for CDBG allocations at the end of October.
(Cilek and Rawland arrived at 3:.40 p.m.)
New member Dan Cltek was Introduced to the Committee.
Rawland stated that Becker Is not reapplying for appointment to CCN. Ruff and Cooper have
both reapplied.
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Patrick moved to recommend to Council that the 1990.92 Community Development Plan
be adopted. Ruff seconded. The motion passed unanimously, 11.0. —
INTRODUCTION TO THE 1990 CDBG PROGRAM STATEMENT PREPARATION;
Rawland explained to the Committee that they will review the requests provided in the agenda
packets. On October 17, 1989, the members will use a grading system to rate the programs
and to determine the final recommendation to Council. Rawland asked the members to be
aware that partial funding is possible. Milkman stated that there will be approximately $700,000
available. The precise amount of the entitlement is not known and HUD suggested that they ~
assume the amount will be the same as last year. Milkman said the previous year's entitlement —
was $600,000. Loan paybacks, contingencies and other sources provide additional funds.
Fifteen percent (or $90,000) of the HUD grant is designated by Council to public service
agencies. Milkman explained that staff will provide comments on each program's eligibility and
duplication of services, and staff will also make recommendations. Rawland indicated the stall
report is valuable because of the staff's experience, but each member should express his/her
own priorities. _
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In response to questions from Fink, Rawland stated that City Council generally follows CCN's
recommendations. The Housing Rehabilitation Program has a solid commitment based on both —
HUD's and local priorities. , Rawland asked. the Committee to consider the funding history of
the applicants and to be aware if other funding sources have been sought. Milkman expressed
the need to be sure that the funds are targeted to benefit lower Income residents. In addition, j
she said the membersshould determine if the requested amount is reasonable and not an
under -estimation of the need and If the program will duplicate currently available services.
CDBG FUNDING REQUESTS;
Housinc Rehabilitation Pam Barnes stated that the Housing Rehabilitation Program is —
requesting $300,000 as it has for the past several years. One hundred percent of the funds I i
go to low- to moderate -income households for assistance in home repairs. Barnes briefly
explained the seven programs administered by the rehabiltation staff., I,
1) Comprehensive rehabilitation brings homes up to the minimum standards of the Housing — I
Code with a maximum expenditure of $25,000 per house.
2) Weatherizstion loans are for households with Incomes at or below 80'percent'of the I
median Income, maximum load is $2,600.
3) Paint and siding loans operate in the same manner as the weatherization loans; �~
maximum loan Is $5000. —
4) Residential accessibility, which makes Improvements that allow a person to not only
access their home, but move about with greater ease; Is a time-consuming program that
utilizes consultations with architects. Maximum grant is $5,000,
5) Emergency repair is getting an Increasing number of calls from mobile home residents,
This seems to be where many local low -Income residents live. Maximum grant is
$1,000; lien on property can go to $3,000 for repairs.
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6) The administration of the Rental Rehabilitation Program requires staff time for close
monitoring.
7) The administration of Section 312 housing rehabilitation funds, which should be available
f t again next year.
Cilek asked how much would be needed in additional funds and staff time to serve all those
on the waiting list. Barnes responded that at least one additional full-time staff person would
be required and a total of $500,000. She continued that space restrictions limit increases in
staff. Barnes said the applicants are prioritized with the elderly and handicapped getting
highest priority followed by large families, single -parent households, small families, and single
individuals. She indicated the only wafting required for emergency repairs is'to allow for staff
to verity that there is an: emergency situation.: Citek asked if other governments funds are
available. Barnes said there are only private foundation grants. Cilek asked if CDBG funds
could be utilized to provide staff assistance in researching other funding sources. Milkman
stated there is a 20% limit on the use of all CDBG funds for administration and planning
purposes.
In response to'questlons�from Starr, Barnes stated the waiting period for comprehensive
rotrehabilitation for the top priority group is six to eight months. Barnes responded to Cilek that I
In her view no changes are needed in the program., Nugent stated that increased automation ;r
is reducing the amount of. staff time required for clerical work. Milkman stated that if a City
housing policy (s developed, many programs will mesh together. Barnes clamed; at Fink's {
*+ request, that equipment and supplies Include such things as car rental, paper, word processing
services, and phone service and that professional services include architectural consultants for
!' ramps, and appraisals on mortgages to protect the City's interest in projects. Fink asked if the
program employed low, to moderate -Income persons. Barnes responded that generally only
small local contractors bid on the projects,
Elderly Services • Jean Mann stated that a request from Elderly Services Agency for $6,000 is
for the Elderly and Handicapped Housing Repair Project. She said that 20.30 people are
served by the program in a year. She said bids are solicited, there is a construction
consultant, and the work is carefully monitored.
In response; to a. question from Williams, Mann stated .the requested amount reflects how
i much the staff can monitor and administer. Mann responded to a question from Fink, that the
projects-ere'usually types of housing repair; that Improve the. safety of clients. This program
allows for materials to be purchased,while.the Elderly Services Chore Program can often
I provide the needed labor. Cilek asked if clients have a priority ranking: Mann stated that
those considered highest priority are those at the greatest risk of premature admission to
nursing homes.
6' United Action for Youth OJAYI - Jim Swaim stated that UAY Is requesting $22,700 for
Improvement of security and lighting, improvement of climate control in the summer, and
l expansion of the client service area for the Youth Services facility at 410 Iowa Avenue. Swaim
noted the dramatic Increase in the number of clients served and volunteers utilized since
moving Into the shared facility. He indicated the Improved security and lighting is a problem,
particularly on the north side of the structure and on the porch, and this is the highest Priority
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re uest. The climate control results from the need to replace the existing air conditioner.
$20,000 is requested for Improvements to the basement to expand the client service area. He
staled that 50% of UAY clients are low-income, 25% are moderate -income, and 25% are of
unknown income.
Swaim responded to a question from Nugent that the proposed project will give the facility
approximately 700 additional square feet. Milkman asked If UAY would consider a no interest
loan. Swaim said they would prefer not to borrow for the lighting and security, but
understands that this would be a possibility for the expanded service area funding. He
indicated that he would prefer to'delay the beginning of payments until after a current note is
repaid In two years. Rowland asked why the service space expansion Is needed. Swaim
responded that two years ago the increased need wasn't predicted and the larger service area
for Mayor's Youth Employment Program (MYEP) and YouthHomes wasn't expected. In
response to a question from Cooper, Swaim stated UAY currently has a $135,000 long-term
loan and a $13,000 short-term loan. He said that CDBG funds are used by UAY as matching
funds for other grants.
Hoover Elementary Scho01 Playground Accessibility - Judy Cilek, Chairperson of the Hoover
Playground Committee, explained that $7,800 is requested for Phase II of theproject. She
stated $5,000 was received last year for a wheelchair glider -swing, hillside slide, and a ramp
to, connect the different levels of the playground. She said there' were problems, such as the
glider -swing ceased to be manufactured and the cost of the slide had Increased by over $1,000
In price. She Indicated last year's funds will still be used for completion of Phase I with a new
social area and stage and a hillside slide to be oonstructed: Phase II offers access to an
accessible sandbox, an Integrated play area, and a walkway to the swing area that will include
handicapped accessible swings.
Becker asked if the School District would provide funds. Cilek responded that it is not on the
District's budget. Dan Cilek asked that If additional funds were available, could the Playground
Committee administer Phase III. Judy Cilek agreed to get an estimate on the cost of Phase
III. Milkman stressed that the Playground Committee is attempting a 50-50 match with a fund
raising compaign, which CCN has strongly encouraged in the past.
Broadway Neighborhood Center - Joan VandenBerg, of Neighborhood Centers of Johnson
County, provided background Information for the $20,375 request the agency she represents.
She. indicated there' is support from local governments and the Johnson County United Way
for operating costs. She stated that the purchase price of a building underconstruction on
Broadway Street has Increased from $150,000 to $182,100 and they have decided to add a
walkout basement. She said there is no Intention to finish the basement at the present time,
but parking requirements limit the space available for future expansion.,
Rowland asked If this project will help meet the Center's long-term needs. VandenBerg'stated
that, eventually the basement will need to be finished, but she would like to retain flexibility
regarding its use at this time. Rowland asked if a no interest loan would be considered.
VandenBerg responded that she will need to consult with her Board of Directors on that issue,
Williams asked if it would be possible to have another agency provide the concrete slab if they
lease the basement. VandenBerg said she would like to be able to use the area for storage
In the short-term.. VandenBerg responded to a question from Fink that other funds for the
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Center come from United Way, grants, Johnson County, the City of Iowa City, and a
maintenance agreement with Head Start.
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background information on MYEP. Jane Gay stated that the Roosevelt Outdoor Education
Center has been in the planning process for several years. She stated $28,446 has been
sought from other sources and $27,565 has been requested in CDBG funds to allow MYEP to
complete the trail. Gay showed the Committee a detailed plan for the Vail She stated it will
be open for public use and will Include a bridge, wetland deck, prairie garden plantings,
woodland flowers, reading area, amphitheater, and a bird and wildlife attraction area. She
Indicated most of the trail and the top tier of the amphitheater will be handicapped accessible.
The surface of the trail will be designed to support wheelchairs and still allow for water
drainage. She said the steep grade prevents accessibility near the Benton Street and of the
trail. Starr asked what security measures are planned. Gay said the trail's use would be
discouraged at night and signage will Indicate this. Gay responded to another question by
Starr that it is not anticipated that the school's liability will increase.
McElroy stressed the employment opportunity and skill building that the project will provide for
her clients. Milkman asked how the project fits the objective of benefitting low to moderate
income residents. McElroy responded that the proposal includes incomes from the City-wide
census, Census Tract #6, the Iowa Conservation Corps, and the Young Adult Conservation
Corps. Gay said it would also be financially accessible for schools in the community that are
unable to fund field trips out of the area.
HACAP. transitional Housing - Mike Maher explained that this program will offer transitional
housing under an 18 -month program which Includes case management, counseling and
referrals to other services. The request for $30,000 will be used as a match for federal funds
under the Mcl(Inney Act to purchase and rehab a structure to be used as temporary residence
for families in crisis situation but need longer term housing than what the emergency shelters
can provide. He stated that the Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP) has four
families this month in need of this type of housing. Priority would be given to people from
DVIP and then to those from the Emergency Housing Project and referrals from the Department
of Human Services. Maher explained that properties can be leased and repair work could be
done in return for extended leases.
In response to a question from Rawland, Maher said funds would be used for both purchasing
` and leasing properties. Maher said the goal is to Initially acquire one house to build both the
program's reputation and the support it needs to continue. Starr asked what services will be
provided. Maher stated these would depend on the needs of the residents, but could include
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program for residents to follow and if the 18 -month program is not sufficient, counseling can
continue when new housing is secured for clients. In response to a question from Nugent,
L Maher said the program is based on a plan from the Cedar Rapids HACAP, but it will be
adjusted to fit Iowa City's needs. Williams expressed concern regarding problems with
confidentiality for former DVIP clients. Maher Indicated Meyer is aware of how the program will
work and discretion in placement of DVIP clients will be used,
Small Business Assistance - Williams moved, seconded by Becker, to defer presentation of this
proposal to the September 20, 1989, meeting. The motion passed unanimously, 11-0.
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Center come from United Way, grants, Johnson County, the City of Iowa City, and a
maintenance agreement with Head Start.
-. - ,-- =... --w— rrog --1 uut000r Learning Center - Peg McElroy provided
background information on MYEP. Jane Gay stated that the Roosevelt Outdoor Education
Center has been in the planning process for several years. She stated $28,446 has been
sought from other sources and $27,565 has been requested in CDBG funds to allow MYEP to
complete the trail. Gay showed the Committee a detailed plan for the Vail She stated it will
be open for public use and will Include a bridge, wetland deck, prairie garden plantings,
woodland flowers, reading area, amphitheater, and a bird and wildlife attraction area. She
Indicated most of the trail and the top tier of the amphitheater will be handicapped accessible.
The surface of the trail will be designed to support wheelchairs and still allow for water
drainage. She said the steep grade prevents accessibility near the Benton Street and of the
trail. Starr asked what security measures are planned. Gay said the trail's use would be
discouraged at night and signage will Indicate this. Gay responded to another question by
Starr that it is not anticipated that the school's liability will increase.
McElroy stressed the employment opportunity and skill building that the project will provide for
her clients. Milkman asked how the project fits the objective of benefitting low to moderate
income residents. McElroy responded that the proposal includes incomes from the City-wide
census, Census Tract #6, the Iowa Conservation Corps, and the Young Adult Conservation
Corps. Gay said it would also be financially accessible for schools in the community that are
unable to fund field trips out of the area.
HACAP. transitional Housing - Mike Maher explained that this program will offer transitional
housing under an 18 -month program which Includes case management, counseling and
referrals to other services. The request for $30,000 will be used as a match for federal funds
under the Mcl(Inney Act to purchase and rehab a structure to be used as temporary residence
for families in crisis situation but need longer term housing than what the emergency shelters
can provide. He stated that the Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP) has four
families this month in need of this type of housing. Priority would be given to people from
DVIP and then to those from the Emergency Housing Project and referrals from the Department
of Human Services. Maher explained that properties can be leased and repair work could be
done in return for extended leases.
In response to a question from Rawland, Maher said funds would be used for both purchasing
` and leasing properties. Maher said the goal is to Initially acquire one house to build both the
program's reputation and the support it needs to continue. Starr asked what services will be
provided. Maher stated these would depend on the needs of the residents, but could include
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program for residents to follow and if the 18 -month program is not sufficient, counseling can
continue when new housing is secured for clients. In response to a question from Nugent,
L Maher said the program is based on a plan from the Cedar Rapids HACAP, but it will be
adjusted to fit Iowa City's needs. Williams expressed concern regarding problems with
confidentiality for former DVIP clients. Maher Indicated Meyer is aware of how the program will
work and discretion in placement of DVIP clients will be used,
Small Business Assistance - Williams moved, seconded by Becker, to defer presentation of this
proposal to the September 20, 1989, meeting. The motion passed unanimously, 11-0.
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Rawland stated there has been a conflict with the pending sale of Parcels C and D'since both
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process.' Fink stated that although other developers have
expressed an Interest, there'would be no guarantee that they would actually bid: A consensus
could not be reached among the members on whether or not to recommend to Council to
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Chairperson Rawland adjourned the meetingYat 6:35 P.m.
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(' MEMBERS PRESENT: Becker, Cilek, Cooper, Fink, Kuhn, Patrick, Rawland, Ruff, Snyder, '
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INTRODUCTION TO THE 1990 CDBG PROGRAM STATEMENT PRESENTATION:
Starr, welcomed the presenters and briefly explained the presentation process. He stated that
tha ,CCN members will review the applications' with Information'.'-rovided by staff.; At the
October 17;.1989,.CCN meeting, the CCN will vote 'on'the proposals and will' formulate a f
funding recommendation to City Council. Milkman'stated that a public hearing at the October
„ 24 19B9,.City Council meeting will allow applicants to makepresentations to City,Council'even
if their: proposals have not been recommended by CCN.
CDBG FUNDING REQUESTS;
St. Clements St. Pavinc - Paul Kavanaugh thanked the City for recognizing the St. Clements
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Kavanaugh asked CCN to review the map of the St. Clements Street area Included with the
funding application. He distributed photographs of the area during times of heavy rains to
Kavanaugh. outlined the.two parts of the request. $4,000 was requested to repave; the
section of St. Clements Street by'Home Town Dairies:' $42,000 was 'requested to pave' St.
the residential section of Clements Street and install curb, gutters and storm sewers. The
street is not currently paved and stormwater flows through ditches under the driveways in run-
off pipes. ,The system no longer functions effectively. The run-off pipes are deteriorating and
the slope of the area results in standing water. The requested funds would also allow for the
°1 street to be widened from 22 feet to 28 feet and reduce the parking of cars in residents' yards.
~ ,Williams asked Kavanaugh if the residents feel the current city, services are adequate for the
neighborhood and stated that if they do not feel it is adequate, the residents should go before
City Council. ,Hale and Kavanaugh both expressed concerns that Increased taxes for the
residents may create excessive financial burdens for some of the residents: 'Patrick stated
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if it is not funded by CDBG. Hale said the street is City -owned and is maintained as a gravel
street.
(Kuhn arrived at 7:29 P.M.)
At Rawiand's request, Milkman explained that the area is a •target neighborhood for rental
rehabilitation. This requires that the area have over 50% of its residents be low Income and
this includes tenants. She indicated that public improvements have been done in similar
neighborhoods to prevent the burden of assessment from falling on the residents. Starr asked
if it would be beneficial to complete part of the project, such as a storm sewer with curb and
gutter. Hale responded that this would probably not be financially practical
Cilek asked if it would be possible to require Home Town Dairies to pay for a portion, of the
project. Milkman responded that an alternative is to assess only those who can afford the
additional cost. Representative Jerry Steffensmeier from Home Town Dairies stated that Home
Town Dairies has not proposed the project, but is merely supporting it.
Johnson County/Iowa Citv Health Services Center Graham Dameron, director of the Johnson
County Health Department, stated that approval from the Johnson County Board of Supervisors
Is currently being sought; for,, the proposed expansion of the medical clinic.` He Informed the
CCN that there has been a drcmatic Increase in eligibility for Women, Infants, and Children
Clinic (WIC). , He said that there has also been an Increase in clients at the Johnson County
Child Healthblinbc. He indicated that there seems to be increasing maternal and child health'
care initiatives from the State and Federal governments to decrease the infant mortality rate
and to improve nutrition and health care for young children. He stated financial support is also
obtained from Johnson County and United Way.
Dameron responded to a question from Cooper that the facility's current location is owned by
Johnson County. Rawland asked if the preference is to have a new facility or to remodel the
current facility. Dameron stated that a new facility is preferred for long-term planning, but he
indicated that remodeling can take care of the present need if there is not as much as growth
as has been occurring. In response to a question from Williams, Dameron stated no specific
site has been selected, but he said it would need to be accessible to buses and have
reasonable. lighting., Becker asked if the Salvation Army building has been considered.
Dameron stated it has been considered, but the costs of the building and the need for major
renovation are problems. He indicated there has been thought given to joining with HACAP
In regard to that structure.
At. Starr's request, Dameron explained that remodeling the current Clinic will allow for 50%
growth and excess space could be leased until it is needed for the Clinic's use. Starr asked
If a, no -Interest or low-interest loan would be considered. Dameron expressed the desire to
have the project be a joint effort of several entitles Instead of being financed entirely by one
entity. In response to a question from Cooper, Dameron stated that clients eligible for WIC
must have incomes at 185% of the poverty level and Child Health Clinic clients are primarily
low to moderate income. At Rawland's request, Milkman agreed to verity whether or not a
County -owned building can be remodeled with. City CDBG funds.
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Elderly Adult Day Care - Cheryl Partridge explained to the Committee that she has worked with
the elderly and has seen the need for more adult day care. She Indicated that she had talked
with Doreen Monitto of the VNA/Adult Day Care Program and she expressed her view that
additional services are needed. Partridge stated she would provide activities in a home
atmosphere that would help the elderly maintain their independence. Nugent asked if a fee
would be charged. Partridge stated that $12 to $14 per day would provide meals, two snacks,
and activities. Cooper asked if any approval of the facility would be required:Nugent
responded that the City Zoning Ordinance would need to be complied with. At Milkman's
request, Partridge clarified that she would incorporate the facility as a non-profit organization.
In response to a question from Williams, Partridge stated a low-interest loan would be
acceptable.
Milkman responded to a question from Starr, that if the business were to fail, the City would
own the facility. Milkman informed Partridge that a business plan will need to be provided to
the Committee before it can proieed with the application. Fink requested that Information on
need and duplication of services also be Included.
Small -Business Assistance Milkman informed the Committee that HUD requires.that a City
make an effort to help. and utilize Women/Minority Business Enterprlses (W/MBE): Recent
Supreme Court rulings now require that, programs that, provide assistance to W/MBE' be
available for all small businesses. Milkman stated that last year's program will be continued.
it will provide assistance in making businesses a self-supporting viable, -business: and, -will
sponsor workshops. ` Workshop topics could Include personnel issues, taxes, financing,
publicity,. targeting, specific clientele,' and bidding procedures.. Library of, resources'on
construction information would continue to be developed. The Small Business Assistance
Program will also provide loans and assistance in paying for the City -required level of
insurance. Milkman stated that small contractors often have difficulty obtaining credit so the
City can provide a letter guaranteeing payment on materials that have been properly installed.
Milkman responded to a question from Starr that she feels the program is successful. Fink
asked' if ` it is possible to encourage that other CDBG projects use the small business
contractors. Hale responded that the curb ramp installation project for last year was completed
by a minority business.
Curb Ramo Installation - Hale informed the Committee that CDBG funds have provided for the
Installation of 65 curb ramps in the past four years. Twelve ramps were Installed in the
summer of 1989 and this included clear access to Bloomington Street near a Systems house.
She explained that an evaluation process takes place early each year to determine where
ramps are needed and to establish priorities for the possible locations. A curb ramp survey
was conducted over the summer of 1989 to locate missing and deteriorated ramps. 1,300
areas were located. Hale responded to a question from Fink that complete accessibility is the
goal with new construction also providing additional ramps. She stated 24 ramps should be
able to be Installed with the requested $10,000. In response to a question from Cilek, Milkman
stated that Increased funds should not be difficult to administer,
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Elderly Adult Day Care - Cheryl Partridge explained to the Committee that she has worked with
the elderly and has seen the need for more adult day care. She Indicated that she had talked
with Doreen Monitto of the VNA/Adult Day Care Program and she expressed her view that
additional services are needed. Partridge stated she would provide activities in a home
atmosphere that would help the elderly maintain their independence. Nugent asked if a fee
would be charged. Partridge stated that $12 to $14 per day would provide meals, two snacks,
and activities. Cooper asked if any approval of the facility would be required:Nugent
responded that the City Zoning Ordinance would need to be complied with. At Milkman's
request, Partridge clarified that she would incorporate the facility as a non-profit organization.
In response to a question from Williams, Partridge stated a low-interest loan would be
acceptable.
Milkman responded to a question from Starr, that if the business were to fail, the City would
own the facility. Milkman informed Partridge that a business plan will need to be provided to
the Committee before it can proieed with the application. Fink requested that Information on
need and duplication of services also be Included.
Small -Business Assistance Milkman informed the Committee that HUD requires.that a City
make an effort to help. and utilize Women/Minority Business Enterprlses (W/MBE): Recent
Supreme Court rulings now require that, programs that, provide assistance to W/MBE' be
available for all small businesses. Milkman stated that last year's program will be continued.
it will provide assistance in making businesses a self-supporting viable, -business: and, -will
sponsor workshops. ` Workshop topics could Include personnel issues, taxes, financing,
publicity,. targeting, specific clientele,' and bidding procedures.. Library of, resources'on
construction information would continue to be developed. The Small Business Assistance
Program will also provide loans and assistance in paying for the City -required level of
insurance. Milkman stated that small contractors often have difficulty obtaining credit so the
City can provide a letter guaranteeing payment on materials that have been properly installed.
Milkman responded to a question from Starr that she feels the program is successful. Fink
asked' if ` it is possible to encourage that other CDBG projects use the small business
contractors. Hale responded that the curb ramp installation project for last year was completed
by a minority business.
Curb Ramo Installation - Hale informed the Committee that CDBG funds have provided for the
Installation of 65 curb ramps in the past four years. Twelve ramps were Installed in the
summer of 1989 and this included clear access to Bloomington Street near a Systems house.
She explained that an evaluation process takes place early each year to determine where
ramps are needed and to establish priorities for the possible locations. A curb ramp survey
was conducted over the summer of 1989 to locate missing and deteriorated ramps. 1,300
areas were located. Hale responded to a question from Fink that complete accessibility is the
goal with new construction also providing additional ramps. She stated 24 ramps should be
able to be Installed with the requested $10,000. In response to a question from Cilek, Milkman
stated that Increased funds should not be difficult to administer,
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Lafayette Street Improvements - Milkman stated that the City Council had voted to accept the
bids for Parcels C and D. She expressed the need to use some of the funds from the sale
to pave-Lafayette Street, pave the alley, and to plant trees. The project would cost $14,000
and would finish the Lower Ralston. Creek Capitalization Project. Starr asked if the sale was
conditioned on the improvements. Milkman responded that it was, and the improvements will
need to be completed by the City even if CDBG funds are not used.
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continue. research on ways, to provide more affordable housing for low to moderate income
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households. She stated that the rental survey conducted last spring was financed with CDBG
funds. She indicated that staff has been workingwith the City- Manager and the Finance
Department to develop a housing policy statement and create a housing task force. - Nugent
stated that the'Sycamore Mew Development on First Avenue is in the process of being
subdivided and it is hoped ;the: construction, of. the homes will begin In the summer. A
purchase offer on.1303 First Avenue is also being processed. Nugent stated she would also
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located in Iowa City.
CDBG Program Administration -Milkman indicated funds are used for services, succi as phone
and salaries She',indicated the, program* is;reviewed by HUD on an annual basis and this
rresults, suggestionsao Increase the program's efficiency.
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MEMBERS PRESENT:. Becker, Cilek, Cooper, Fink, Kuhn, Patrick,
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RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL:
i. The Committee on Community Needs recommends,to the City Council to fund the
following 1990 CDBG projects in the amounts given below:
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HHousing Rehabilitation;
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Johnson County/Iowa City Health Services Center
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Roosevelt Neighborhood Open Space Development
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Transitional Housing- HACAP
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Youth Center Improvements
22,700
Photo, Darkroom for., Recreation Center
4,740
Hoover School Accessible Playground
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Aid to Agencies (15% of Entitlement)"
90,000
Administration and Planning -
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Assistance to Small Businesses
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•Specific agency funding levels to be determined.
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REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF SEPTEMBER 19 1989 AND SEPTEMBER 20 1989 CCN
MEETING MINUTES:
Rawland asked that the September 19, 1989, minutes be amended to reflect that she called
the meeting to order. Cooper stated that the Information regarding Parcels C and D on page
six should be clarified to read that both bids were well below the appraised values., Rawland
expressed her desire to strike the mention of late arrivals from the minutes because the
members are volunteers and shouldn't be penalized by being noted as late. Nugent explained
that she had discussed the matter with the City Clerk. She stated the practice was not found
in Roberts Rules of Order, but Nugent emphasized that it is a City policy to note when Board
members arrive. She said one reason is to determine what members are present for
discussions and recommendations to City Council.
Patrick moved to approve the minutes of September 19, 1989, as amended. Kuhn seconded.
The motion carried by a 10.0 vote.
Fink asked that the September 20, 1989, minutes reflect he had requested a list of property
owners on"St.Clements Street, Cooper moved to approve the minutes as amended, Kuhn
seconded.' -The motion carried by a 10.0 vote. --
PUBLIC/MEMBER DISCUSSION;
Members of the public introduced themselves to the Committee.'
Rawland announced that this would be the last meeting for Ruth Becker as a member of CCN.
She stated that Becker has served on the Committee since 1981. Rawland stated that Becker
servedas one of the Human Services representatives to the United Way hearings which
provide information on human services agencies' and had been very 'active in organizing
Community' Development Week activities and monitoring numerous' projects. Rawland
presented a placque to Becker from CCN. Becker stated that she will miss serving on the
Committee.,
CDBG VIDEO PRESENTATION:
Milkman stated that the video on the CDBG program was produced by Jim Laukes. The CCN
viewed the CDBG video. Williams stated that the video was well made, but he asked if the
specific message was needed to Indicate that the program benefits more than low to moderate
income residents. Milkman responded that this reference was included to clarify for viewers
that the national objectives are to benefit low to moderate Income persons and to eliminate
slums and blight.
DISCUSSION OF EVALUATION AND RANKING PROCEDURE:
Rawland reviewed the ranking procedure. She stated that proposals will receive a ranking of
1 - not acceptable, 2 - acceptable, or 3 - outstanding. She Indicated that the funding amounts
would be discussed atter the ranking had been completed.
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O U ESTIONS/DISC USS IONS:
CCN members reviewed each of the proposals as follows:
BROADWAY STREET NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER.
Rawland asked Joan Vandenberg, Director of Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County, what
other items could be funded with CDBG funds if the resources are available, Vandenberg
distributed a list of Items to the CCN members to be attached to the application. Milkman
stated that roughing in the plumbing should be done with the installation of the floor. At
Rawland's request, Vandenberg said the top three priorities in excess of the original proposal
are 1) retaining wall - $3,300, 2) windows for south side of basement - $4,800, and 3) plumbing
- $1,012. Williams stated that these priorities all fall within staff's recommendation. Patrick and
Cilek asked why the electrical work wasn't given higher priority. Milkman responded that the
electrical design cannot be determined until the use for the basement has been decided upon.
Cilek;asked if the $1,500 for the proposed patio includes the concrete work. Vandenberg
responded that It does.
JOHNSON COUNTY/IOWA CITY HEALTH SERVICES CENTER.
Becker asked if the VNA has considered moving out of the current building: Graham Dameron
responded that the proposal to remodel the existing facility would require this and the VNA is
aware of the possibility. Milkman asked why the current need is assessed at 2,800 square feet
and the proposal only provides for 2,400 square feet. Dameron indicated that a shared break
room for the staff of the health clinic and the Health Department accounts for the discrepancy.
ST.' CLEMENTS STREET PAVING.
Cilek asked why staff recommended changing the focus of the street's entrance to Prairie du
Chien Road. Hale responded that the option has been considered for several years:She said
the Director of Planning and Program Development believes changing the access away from
Home Town Dairies will Improve the quality of the neighborhood. Milkman said the change
would give the entrance the appearance of being for a residential neighborhood rather than
through a commercial area. She indicated that the change will also help the future traffic
problems on Dodge Street. In response to a question from Williams, Hale said road use taxes
or general obligation funds could be used to make the street Improvements. Cilek expressed
concern about giving improvements to Home Town Dairy. Williams asked what Home Town
Dalry would do with the existing portion of St. Clements Street north of the Dairy. Milkman
said a land swap would probably be negotiated
Paul Kavanaugh emphasized that the curb, gutter and paving are the highest priority for the
residents. Cllek expressed doubts that the proposal would alleviate the drainage' problem.
Kavanaugh said that currently the water runs off of the street and onto the properties. He
stated that this is causing some erosion. Fink asked why the City has not maintained the
street.' Milkman responded that it is maintained by the City as a an unpaved road.
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ELDERLY SERVICES AGENCY SMALL REPAIR PROGRAM.
Fink asked how much of the total need Is being met. Jean Mann responded that if the
question were how many low Income elderly and handicapped residents of Iowa City live in i
housing which presents problems to their,safety, then there are definitely unmet needs. Fink —
asked if requests are turned down. Mann stated that the only people turned down are those
living out of the City limits. She said Increased advertising would bring Information to those
with need but without knowledge of the program. Rawland stated that to increase the program
to meet the apparent need would require additional staff which Is not possible at the present
time. Mann affirmed this statement.
HOOVER ELEMENTARY HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE PLAY FACILITIES.
Rawland asked if the project could use more funds to complete the future phases as well as
the proposed second phase if they are available. Judy Cilek responded that there is school
district personnel available to build the future phase next summer, but the. PTA does not have
matching funds for the future phase at this time. She indicated that fund raising efforts could
be enhanced if the CDBG funds are secured. Milkman asked If CDBG funds were allocated _
to complete the future phase, would one-half of these funds be repaid after fund'ralsing has
been completed. Judy Cilek stated she would need the approval of the PTA to make such a —
commitment. Dan Cilek asked why the project has been divided Into phases. Judy Cilek
responded, that each phase, represents what the. PTA is capable of raising matching funds for L
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HOUSING REHABILITATION.
ClIek noted the positive comments made about the Rehabilitation Program by individuals in the
CDBG video. _
MAYOR'S YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM - ROOSEVELT OPEN SPACE.
Rawland expressed concern that the neighborhood residents should be able to use the area
during cchool hours. Marge Penney stated that the plan is for such use, but there Isn't an
agreement to ensure this. ; Milkman said a recommendation can be contingent upon an -
agreement that the neighborhood residents will be able to use the area. Penney indicated that
the Iowa City Comprehensive Plan promotes the use of school grounds as open space and
such an agreement would help to clarity this goal.
TRANSITIONAL HOUSING HACAP,
Rawland asked if the requested amount is sufficient, Penney stressed that the project is at the
beginning stage and the CDBG funds would only be a portion of the budget. She said grant
funds for implementing a program in Johnson and Washington Counties have been secured.
Penney suggested making a recommendation contingent on the agency having a package of
funds. , She emphasized that CDBG funds can serve as a catalyst to Increase the funding
sources.
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Cilek asked if a house had been located. Penney responded.that,two unoccupied houses
have been located in Iowa City and the agency Is talking with the owners. Penney agreed to
get the addresses of the properties at Williams' request. In response to a question from Cilek,
Barnes said Rehabilitation funds are available for group facilities, but the Transitional Housing
Project may not quality it volunteer labor is to be used. Milkman said that it might be possible
to work out an arrangement since HUD is encouraging this type of program.
YOUTH CENTER IMPROVEMENTS - UNITED ACTION FOR YOUTH.
There were no questions.
AID TO AGENCIES.
There were no questions.
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Cilek asked if a house had been located. Penney responded.that,two unoccupied houses
have been located in Iowa City and the agency Is talking with the owners. Penney agreed to
get the addresses of the properties at Williams' request. In response to a question from Cilek,
Barnes said Rehabilitation funds are available for group facilities, but the Transitional Housing
Project may not quality it volunteer labor is to be used. Milkman said that it might be possible
to work out an arrangement since HUD is encouraging this type of program.
YOUTH CENTER IMPROVEMENTS - UNITED ACTION FOR YOUTH.
There were no questions.
AID TO AGENCIES.
There were no questions.
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road use tax funds will be used for the curb ramp, project _;_ She said that the City Manager +
indicated more might be allocated, but he is unable to commit more at this timer Snider asked i
it the road use tax funds would also be used for repairing curb cuts. Milkman said they would. ;I!
Hale saidsidewalk repair would also be included. Ruff askndif the.Curb Ramp Committee
w would have the same Input as when CDBG funds were used. Milkman said the Committee will
` continue to supply the priority list to the Public Works Department. I
RECREATION CENTER - PHOTO DARKROOM ACCESSIBILITY.
There were no questions.
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION. II
There were no questions.
LAFAYETTE STREET PAVING.
There were no questions.
ELDERLY DAYCARE.
In response to a question from Patrick, Milkman stated that additional staff would be required
for this program. Cooper asked about licensing requirements. Penney responded that a
decision about licensing could not be made' until more was known about the proposed
program.
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LAFAYETTE STREET PAVING.
There were no questions.
ELDERLY DAYCARE.
In response to a question from Patrick, Milkman stated that additional staff would be required
for this program. Cooper asked about licensing requirements. Penney responded that a
decision about licensing could not be made' until more was known about the proposed
program.
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Rawland Indicated that Starr had, provided her with his recommendations; CCN members
ranked, each proposal with high, medium or low. priority; assignednumerical values to the
rankings (3 for High, 2 for, Medium, and 1 for Low; and established overall rankings:: CCN
members voted on each as,follows:
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Total = 16
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HOOVER SCHOOL ACCESSIBLE PLAYGROUND
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Milkman recommended a`5% contingency. She indicated that Gramm-Rudman is unlikely to
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stay in effect, but if so there would be a 5% reduction in the, $600,000 Entitlement. Milkman
noted that a $150,000 income resulted from the sale of Parcels C and 0, housing'rehab loan
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repayments and other income sources. Rawland stressed the value of loans in providing funds
for future projects.
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recommendation for spending the additional 5% from CCN. Milkman listed the known
allocations as follows:
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be allocated for this project. The motion passed unanimously, 10-0,
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explored for this project. Cilek expressed doubt that the paving would alleviate the drainage
problems:- The need for financial responsibility on the part of Home Town Dairy was also
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Rawland Indicated she would prefer the City be approached for funding. Cilek stated he
believes that the yards will need to be relandscaped to help prevent problems. Patrick said
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funds. She also stated that landscaping is a burden for low-income households. The motion
I t to not recommend funding passed e-4.
Recreation Center - Photo Darkroom Accessibility - Becker moved to allocate $4,740 for this
[@ I I project. Kuhn seconded. The motion carried 7-3.
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Pi Pf of $30,000 with a lien and contingent on additional funds to complete the project being
e r secured by July 1, 1990. Kuhn seconded. The motion passed unanimously, 10.0.
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{ Lafayette Street Paving - Williams moved to allocate $14,000. Fink seconded. The motion
i I e passed unanimously, 10-0.
Roosevelt Open Space/MYEP - Becker moved to approve $24,410 for all contingent on
I t a written assurance from the Iowa City School Board that the area will be accessible to the
community. Kuhn seconded. The motion passed unanimously, 10-0.
Transitional Housing f-IACAPi - Milkman indicated that this project could be a candidate for
contingency funds at a later date. She stressed the difficulty In'determining what might ,be
t needed by the, project in the future. ': In response to a' question from Rawland, Penney, stated
that.a lien would be appropriate if a, building was acquired for'the"project: 'Cilek' moved to
approve the allocation of $30,000 with a life lien and contingent on additional funds being
secured by July 1, 1990. , Fink seconded::::The motion carried unanimously, 10-0 '
Youth Center Improvements WAY) - Penney stated that locating three agencies in one structure
has enhanced the delivery of services and increased the number of clients for the agencies.
:Cooper, said, that there will need to eventually be a limitationonhow'many times this agency
will be funded. Rawland stressed that it has been funded in the past with loans: `Becker
w} expressed' concerns about extending loans to agencies that provide much needed services.
Williams moved to approve $22,700 with $15,000 to be a no interest loan with repayment
starting in 1994. Becker seconded. The motion carried unanimously, 10.0.
Broadway Street Neighborhood Center - Rawland asked for staff's recommendation for any
extra funding for this project. Milkman responded that estimates for the basement windows
and roughing -in the plumbing were for approximately $10,000. Fink moved to fund $30,000
with the addition to the existing lien. Becker seconded. Cllek indicated that he believes the
purpose of this building justified the patio for $1,500 and the electrical work would allow at
least minimal lighting in the basement at this time. Milkman stated that the electrical work
j should be done atter the basement's use has been determined. Cilek asked that the original
u motion be amended to approve the original request and all extras listed on the list distributed
by Joan Vandenberg earlier in the meeting, except for the landscaping, for a total of $40,500.
(� Fink and Becker accepted the amendment. The motion carried unanimously by a 10.0 vote.
L Housing Rehabilitation - Cilek moved to approve an allocation of $300,000. Kuhn seconded.
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ESA - Small Repairs Program -, Patrick moved to approve an allocation of $6,000. Ruff
seconded. Fink asked that $2,400 also be allocated for advertising expenses. Penney
emphasized that at its present staff level, the agency can only administer $6,000. Cilek said
the extra funds could be Used to research the level of needs for the program.Milkman said
there would be problem because the agency would be unable to handle the response to the
advertising. She said increasing funds and clients will not address the limitations of the staff.
She suggested putting in. an additional $2,00043,000 in planning for CDBG staff to research
the need,in this area and for elderly daycare. Patrick spoke as a member of the Board of
Directors for Elderly Services Agency. She stated space limitations for Elderly Service restricts
the ability to administer an increased level of funds. The motion to allocate $6,000 to ESA
Small Repair Program and $1,500 for planning/survey activities passed unanimously.
Hoover School Accessible Playground - Cilek moved to approve $7,800 to complete Phase II
of the project, to make,the playground accessible to handicapped children.' Kuhn seconded.
The motion passed unanimously, 10-0:
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Committee agreed. Cilek moved to recommend to the Council to utilize the Road Use Tax
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CDBG contingency
1990 to supplement the funded projects, if needed, and to allow to,
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Cedarwood. Neighborhood Center .
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way Street. The building will be used Jointly, by Head-.
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Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County (formerly called
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mentfunds, and $25,000, from Johnson County, to purchase
a building..: Since that time,"the. purchase.price of: the.
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additional. parking spaces. . It. is important to ensure.
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Lafayette S[reet Paving
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Removal of Slums
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Funds are.requested to be used In conjunction with .
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CDBG funds are requested to purchase and rehabilitate a
Aid to Agencies
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Name of Project
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Broadway Street Neighborhood Center
P.O. Box 2794
Iowa City, Iowa 52244
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2105 Broadway Street
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(295 served in FY89, without a building)
Approximate # or i'of Total: 100%.
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$147,450
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Variety Club'of Iowa, Department of Human Services: Day Care Start -Up Fund, Pella
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Why is this Project Needed?
In 1988 Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County,(formerly known as the Willow Creek
Neighborhood Center) requested CDBG funds for a neighborhood center on Broadway.Street.
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juveniles on probation. Of all the low-income families living in subsidized housing in
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Broadway Street Neighborhood Center
P.O. Box 2794
Iowa City, Iowa 52244
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(319) 354-2886
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" Time Period of Proposed Project
7. Location of Proposed' Project
From: 9/88 To: 1/90
2105 Broadway Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
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9. Target Group(s) Affected
PeopleDirectly : -
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Benefited.by Project 425
Low-income families on Broadway' Street/
SoutheastIowa City
(295 served in FY89, without a building)
Approximate # or i'of Total: 100%.
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.Does ProjeHave Support of People and Other Groups or Organizations Affected by
- Project? YES NO Head Start,..Kirkwood;Community. College,;MECCA;.Johnson.
-Explain type and level of 'support. County Extension Service; Johnson County Health Depart-
,.'ment,Domestic Violence Intervention .Project, :United .Action for'.Youth, Iowa..City,Housing
Authority,..and..residents on Broadway Street. (SEE LETTERS -OF SUPPORT)
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Amount of CDBG Fun dsa
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Requested for this Project: ,; �.
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$ 20,375
$147,450
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List Other Groups and organizations Which Were Asked to Contribute to or, Fund Project:
Variety Club'of Iowa, Department of Human Services: Day Care Start -Up Fund, Pella
Rolscreen Company, Johnson County..Soil Conservation Office (all requests pending).
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Why is this Project Needed?
In 1988 Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County,(formerly known as the Willow Creek
Neighborhood Center) requested CDBG funds for a neighborhood center on Broadway.Street.
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The Broadway Street:area,.including the.Cedarwood Apartments, has been of•concern,.in.our
community due to the disproport ionnate number of child abuse and police reports and
juveniles on probation. Of all the low-income families living in subsidized housing in
Johnson County,.eleven percent live within -one-tenthof a mile on Broadway Street. Of
these families, 80 to 90 percent are headed by single mothers.
A neighborhood -based programis being established with the goal of enhancing the quality
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'List Goal(s) of Project:
Tosecure a facility for neighborhood centerservices which will:
1) be geographically accessible to the low-income people of southeast Iowa City
2) provide adequate space for current programs
3) allow for .future expansion
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of life in the neighborhood by offering a wide range of prevention programs-'
on-site, connecting people to other resources and encouraging -a sense of
community. Activities will include: a Head Start Preschool; a child care
program; parenting classes; high school completion and adult education classes;
afterschool and teen activities, including substance abuse prevention programming;
informal
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recognized the need for a neighborhood center on Broadway Street and. approved
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funds to purchase the 'building. The $50,000 provided the initial
momentum for the and was instrumental
project in securing a 2Xloanof$72,450
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purchase price of the facility has increased from $147-450 to $161,825.
The increase in'due
largely to; the,uddition of an,unfinished,.walk-out,basement:
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some concern
that we will soon outgrow..theibuilding. The basement hasdoubled space.
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efficient. heating system. The main level will have a wood,rather
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for the walk -out basement
amounts to $8,800. The eight additional parking spacei.
required by the.,City has cost,the-project another -$3,750:'; Other 'costs,
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system for the kitchen;,additional heating and cooling units: 'These
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the project an additonal $2,825.` The City of Iowa "City has helped
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of the building. The contract only includes a'graveled floor.' The
contract could
-be amended"to include the concrete floor, but. would cost an additioanl $6,000.
Though additional expenses are never welcome, we feel the quality .and utility of
the building has been
enhanced by the modifications of our plans.'
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the Project will require the cooperation of other City departments and, if so,
whether they have been contacted.
Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County plans to purchase a building on Broadway Street
on or before December 31, 1989, which will be used jointly by the neighborhood center,
and the Head Start program. Other agencies working in cooperation with the Broadway.;
Street Neighborhood Center include: MECCA, Johnson County Extension Service,
Johnson County Health Department, Kirkwood Community College, Domestic Violence -
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-$97,450,in addition to $50,000 in CDBG funds, has been raised to purchase the•
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-acontract between the City ,of.,Iowa.City; the Developer; Kevin Hanick',"andthe
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-plans have been approved by the City Building Department
Listed below is time -line of activities that need to be completed.
-By October'l'complete contract between the neighborhood center and Head Start_,
-By December 1 secure, necessaryfurnishings
-By December 31 Purchase building
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thua'far is estimated to be 1,120 hours. It is estimated ,that Head Start staff has
contributed about 300 hours;...,volunteers and Board Members hav contributed another a
500'houre'to the project. We project that another 1,500 hours will be spent to
complete the project.
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After Counity Development
If Yes,. what sources) of Block Grant Funding?YES
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further expansion of not only Read; Start -but many;
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programs-as,well.- As-you''are well,aware;`;Head.Starr-continues`ao have;a
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possible by expanding on your current building plan.
Ilook forward to working with you on this major
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Dear Joan:
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on Broadway Street,, near, Ceda rwood,and ,1ooking,at the proposed site plan
and: construction ,drawings I ;,would encourage, you to seek completion of:the
lower level The Center in that;, location can provide some ; positive -programs
for; the, young, people; living in'that ;area :;•You will;,be,ablertotutilize•all
the"space that,will,be made availablelby,completion of ithe lower level:now
�! even though you may not have sufficient funds to finish and furnish the
v interior immediately.
I feel°certain many,of'the residents of the Public Housing'units located at ;+"'
1926 and 1946 Broadway will benefit "from the planned,Neighborhood Center. �,•.
Good luck,in your.search,for:additional_,dollars„,
Sincerely,
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Cooperative Extension Service
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Joan Vandenberg, Director
Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County
2530 Bartelt Rd., 1-C
Iowa City, IA 52246
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anxious for the,new neighborhood center to be
comp e to expand our program offerings_in-the,areas
personslivinginuthe'Bro I�+
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I - of nutrition education, family financial management and parenting -to (,
Broadway Street area Without adequate space in
' a facility,it will be.most difficult to'offer these programs
We ,have tried to conduct nutrition education at the Cedarwood'
Apartments.; As long as we do one-on-one programming. within' their _
apartments' werre'find." However, group programsare'a'bit '.difficult.
`'7his summer I tried doing six nutrition education programs for 'adults
at Cedarwood. I would set up on the lawn using both electricity and a
table from the laundry room. For my first session, it happened to be
one of the hottest days of the summer, the lawn maintenance people'" �I
had, Just -sprayed the lawn so we could not be in the grass,` and the
free lunches which were to keep the children occupied so I could .deal:.. _
with the parents happened to be over 45 minutes late. Not what I L,
would call a desirable "learning envirnoment".
I am .anxiously awaiting the completion of your new facility and am ^
trusting there will be space for our programs. Furthermore, it would
be like a dream come true if there "could be adequate electricity and
room design to show videotapes, do some small scale food demontrations
and have small discussion groups. It would certainly be a contrast to
my summer experience!
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Iowa State Unlverslly and U.S. Deparlmonl of Agriculture cooperating
The Iowa Cooperative Extension Servlco§ programa and policies are consistent with pertinent federal and statelaws and regulations on nondiscrlminalion
regarding race, color, national odgln, religlon, Box, age, and handicap.
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September 8, 1989
Joan Vanden Berg, Director
Neighborhood Centers of
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I� It is my understaanding that you are applying for CDBG funds
of approximately $,20,000 to :provide a basement; with .a concete
floor in''your ,'new Broadway ..Street Neighborhood,'Center We
believe 'that providing this relatively small amount:of'•funds at
this time'is a, judicious,, prudent move.,..Thisfunding will allow ! ,
child care, parenting classesrandcother educationalsopportunitito•
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in the future. "''As you know; the Department of Health,'via
the Johnson County. Board, of.: Health,,, '.is .,already •:,supporting y
parenting classes for your organization. We believe that support
�} for this type of _education will not only,continue, but, probably,
hi will expand in the near future.
I`would'respectfully'request that the Committee on Community.
Needs and the Iowa City Council seriously consider funding your
project. Thank you for the opportunity to comment.
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Good luck with your grant application.
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SEP 12 198•t
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9. Target Group(s) Affected
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Approximate # or i of Total: 100$
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Iowa Department ofPublic Health - $9,000 (letter to follow)
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new .facility is needed 'due to the current demand for preventive and primary health care
.,services. Johnson County Child Health and WIC Clinics are experiencing aspace shortage
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needs. Further, there is additional funds available to expand local health care
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List Goal(s) of Project: Provide a building to:
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Option A. This option plane to remodel the present facility to accomodate
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current needs of the clinics and theapprovedexpansion provided by the Iowa.
Department of Public Health. A preliminary sketch indicates the need for, 2,800
s ft., 2,400 sq. ft. is available for remodeling purposes.
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p ,B. This option to. purchase or. le ase purchase a facility at a site toI'
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be determined.. The facility will house the Health Department and the WIC CHC
Clinics. .Funding is only requested for the clinic portion.
The clinics.will have adequate spacing -for waiting, records, assessment,
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workers, registered nurses, and pediatric nurse practitioners. The facility
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we have need of a roximately 2,800 sq. ft. now for the clinics- Further
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be completed. in a Chree.month period., By July 1, 1990, it is hoped the facility
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Final negotiations for the building site .(Option B) will be conducted by the
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that approximately 50 hours woul& be spent on Option A'and -200 hours
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X111 If Yes, what source(s) of funding do you propose to use?
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CDBG Funds
OtHer Funds�t.',
Source of Other Funds
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Other Contracted Services
A. $30,000
B'. $50,400
A. $18,000
B. $33600
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B. 33,600.
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TI sternal: Child Health Program (MCH) for $45,006 is
new grant to
expand the Child Health. Clinics and include servicesiof an. R.N. den—
ralh hygienist, ocial worker,
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Health Center 1105 Gilbert Court Iowa City, Iowa 52240 (319) 356-6040
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TOTAL
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TOTAL
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TOTAL
IDPH
OIHE0.
10 rAL
IDPH
OIhC0.
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(5)
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Health
WIC
9,940
7,302
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18,723
53,097
71,820
155,513
7,054
192,57-
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MCH
51,815
5,515-
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17,283
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17,283
960
2,160"
I 3,120
Care
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1,500
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9,000
4,348
13,345
3,413
9,000
12,413
E.oenue
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4000
0-
425
425
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TD1AL5'.
66,755
14,977
1,500
83,232
5000
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Educstlon
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445
445.
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800
800_
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Nutrition
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5,515
5,515
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Rate
Total �.
45,006 '
63,830°
108,836
92,040
26,466
118,50c-
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WIC
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OTHER SOURCES Or rUN05 -
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OTHER rCDCRAL
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WIC
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WIC
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5,515-
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66,755
14,977
1,500
83,232
Total Other funds applied (Col. I, 5 and E) must equal total Other Sources of runds (co1.16)
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NEIGHBORHOOD CENTERS OF
JOHNSON COUNTY
P.O. Box 2794 • Iowa City, IA 52244 r (319) 354-2886
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Dear Mr.Dameron;
The services offered,at the Johnson County Health Department are of -�
great
8 value to the low-income. families we serve. Many, families,, both
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'in the Pheasant Ridge and Broadway Street neighborhoods,,benefit
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the WICKprogram'sndthe Child `Health :Clinic ,,:-It is. my�understandinIg
" that the demand
for. these services has increased;, consequently, the.
health department needs more'space to acconmocate its caseload
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.Furthermore,'additional space is also needed for.new programs. '2 under-
stand that if the space was available,.the Johnson County; Health; Depart
menV could 'receive'state and
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Federal funds to initiate new prevention��-
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programs,`'S feel- strongly that if such funds are available, weshould
do'what wecan to,'channel them into our community,:
-Isupport your application for CDBG funding to secure additional space
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for .health department activities.• I am excited about the possibility
of:havingmore prevention services available in our community.
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:Good in search for funding; we look forward to working withyou
in! the future..
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Joan Vande.nBerg
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September 11, 1989
To Whom It May Concern:
Health care for low income individuals is provided in this
community by the Child Health Clinic, the Free Medical Clinic
and the Women -Infant -Child Nutritional program. All of these
services are supported in part by Johnson County through the
Board of Health. These services need special facilities to
provide effective, efficient care. I refer specifically to exam
rooms with equipment for handwashing, a work room for sterilization
and storage for clean supplies, a waiting room for clients and
office space for the employees. All programs need a central location
with easy access by the busline.
I have been aware that the Child Health Clinic and WIC program
share the: same space. They are becoming increasingly cramped as
both programs are growing in the numbers of 'clients being served.
I am .also; aware the Free Medical Clinic has been searching for new
facilities better"suited to serving their clients.
Graham Dameron, Director of the Health Department,. has been exploring
the-possiblity:of remodeling/building'an appropriate facility that
would; house all three programs.', Sharing of ,facilities would allow
each'�program to haveadequate' facilities while reducing overhead
cos S. n a dation, there would be positive effects for the Health
Department and Visiting Nurse Association who currently are in the
same building as the Child Health Clinic and the WIC program. The
Health' Department is finding'the need for Public Health services to
be increasing, resulting in the need,to expand their personnel force
and office space. If they have inadequate space in which to grow,
they will require the Visiting Nurse Association to move. Because
the Health Department and the VNA work closely together, operating
in separate facilities would decrease their effectiveness in providing
services to the community.
Therefore, I support the idea of seeking appropriate facilities to
house the Child.Health Clinic, the WIC program and the Free Medical
Clinic. I strongly feel it would improve services to the low income
clients while reducing overhead costs. Also, it would allow for
continued growth of these programs which appears necessary to meet
the needs of the community. I urge the funding sources to consider
Mr. Dameron's request for funding of a clinic facility.
Sincerely,
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Rosalie Rose, RN,BSN
Executive Director
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September 11, 1989
To Whom It May Concern:
Health care for low income individuals is provided in this
community by the Child Health Clinic, the Free Medical Clinic
and the Women -Infant -Child Nutritional program. All of these
services are supported in part by Johnson County through the
Board of Health. These services need special facilities to
provide effective, efficient care. I refer specifically to exam
rooms with equipment for handwashing, a work room for sterilization
and storage for clean supplies, a waiting room for clients and
office space for the employees. All programs need a central location
with easy access by the busline.
I have been aware that the Child Health Clinic and WIC program
share the: same space. They are becoming increasingly cramped as
both programs are growing in the numbers of 'clients being served.
I am .also; aware the Free Medical Clinic has been searching for new
facilities better"suited to serving their clients.
Graham Dameron, Director of the Health Department,. has been exploring
the-possiblity:of remodeling/building'an appropriate facility that
would; house all three programs.', Sharing of ,facilities would allow
each'�program to haveadequate' facilities while reducing overhead
cos S. n a dation, there would be positive effects for the Health
Department and Visiting Nurse Association who currently are in the
same building as the Child Health Clinic and the WIC program. The
Health' Department is finding'the need for Public Health services to
be increasing, resulting in the need,to expand their personnel force
and office space. If they have inadequate space in which to grow,
they will require the Visiting Nurse Association to move. Because
the Health Department and the VNA work closely together, operating
in separate facilities would decrease their effectiveness in providing
services to the community.
Therefore, I support the idea of seeking appropriate facilities to
house the Child.Health Clinic, the WIC program and the Free Medical
Clinic. I strongly feel it would improve services to the low income
clients while reducing overhead costs. Also, it would allow for
continued growth of these programs which appears necessary to meet
the needs of the community. I urge the funding sources to consider
Mr. Dameron's request for funding of a clinic facility.
Sincerely,
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Rosalie Rose, RN,BSN
Executive Director
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•anywhereiielse'-lri Johnson County: These two programs serve a
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population that has a definite unmet need for these health
scare services. -There has been,'a constant 'increase in the s. I
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number of clients served and the need or.number.of clients
does:not'glwe any''lndlcation of'diminish'ing In the near
future.- _
Current facilities are overcrowded and Inadequate. With
continued demand -the only sensible' alternative is to expand
the facilities so the health care needs of the woman and
children served by these programs can be met.
It is my hope .that you give this request your serious
consideration.
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Executive Director
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ON Iowa City, Iowa 52246
I� September 14,,1989
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I{ Civic Center
410 E. Washington
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
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' Dear Membersofthe Committee: -
Iowa City and Johnson County have been in the vanguard of those
providing services to,their citizens. As members of the Community on (�
Community Needs, you have a greatopportunity to carry on that tradition ,
and"to�make certain that those services will be available in the future. II
As a citizen`of Iowa City for many years, I have long been interested
hi in providing health care for less fortunate,. lower income and needy folks, in "
'serving- -the public health; needs of our community and environs, as well, as. the.
effective and efficient use of'tax dollars. 'From this background,'I speak for
both' the past and the future.
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Our public health facilities are limited and cramped in attemptingto
I� supply space for all needed medical services.. Those nursing professionals, ,
+i volunteers''medical students and nursing students who work in. carrying . ,..
out WIC and Well—Child programs are hampered by lack of space. Other '
--public'health'programs'could well
use any. space maRe'ava11ab1e,.Yncluding
environmental health, disease prevention, and home health.
I would urge you to approve Johnson County's application for CBDG funds.
These Federal funds can be matched with dollars from other sources, i.e.,State
Health Department grants, etc.
If you have never visited our County Health Department, go visit those �.
hard workers, see how WIC works, visit a Well—Child Clinic. You will come
away knowing that an even better job can be done if adequate facilities �-
I(y! were made available. ( .
Sincerely yours,
Mary. HYth Dewey, M.D.
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202 S. Linn, Iowa City
Mailing address: P.o. Box 1210
Iowa City IA 52244
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338-4680
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I am writing in support of the Johnson County Health
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Women, -Infants, and Children.(WIC). To adequately,,serve the
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nutritional and health care:needs of the lower income families
and.children-of our community,,expansion of current facilities
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isimperative:'
Providing such services to pregnant women, to infants,,
and to,young.children clearly,has a longerm
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positive impact
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and both•WIC'and the Child Health Clinic have a good history
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of meeting these needs.
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As the low-income population continues to grow, expansion
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of facilities and services to adequately address needs, must grow,
too. I hope you will give serious consideration to the Health
Department's request for Community Development Block'Grant'Funds.
Th k ou
Sage Iver,
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Formal Minutes: October 5, 1989 / page 2
and preservation of the First Johnson County Asylum were adopted
after public earing;
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Whereas bids were solicited, opened, announced and filed
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pursuant to sections 384.96, 384.97, and 384.100, Iowa LD!ja; and
Whereas Don Brus Construction as submitted a bid of $52,552.00,
which is the lowest bid from a responsible bidder which was
responsive to the plans and specifications;
Now, therefore be it resolved, that the contract for repair and
preservation of the First Johnson County Asylum be .awarded to Don
Brus Construction for $52,552.00; with the understanding that
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construction is to be completed on the three-phase basis
evidenced on the bid form, with county approval required before
commencement of construction of each phase, and with the
understanding that the county may decide to postpone or eliminate
any phase;
Be it further resolved that the Chairperson is authorized to
execute the contract on behalf of the county.
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Motion by Myers, seconded by Ockenfels, to. pass Resolution 10-
05-89-1`
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Motion to approve and authorize the Chairperson to sign a
contract.., with Kruse Associates for architects fees' for repair
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and preservation of the first Johnson, .County,Asylum:through ,'all
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three stages, bidding, and preliminary work for a total amount of
$7,800.
Motion'to authorize the Chairperson, to send a letter og.?5upport
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to the,City_.;of,;;off Czty�aCommunity ;,:B1ack�f�Gr tc,�Dey,4�Qpaient
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Division; ',endorsing ax pFgposal by.. ,the, Department,, to
renovate or add ea'Wi.,:existing 'structure 1a ted, ow. Gilbert
Court.
Public hearing on Amending the Fiscal Year 1989-90 County
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Budget Opened at 9:59 a.m., closed at 10:05 a.m.
Resolution 10-05-89-B1
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Whereas the Board of Supervisors has held a public hearing
pursuant to Chapter 1,3_1. Iowa Code, to amend the fiscal year
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Whereas after consideration of all comments at said hearing the
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amend the fiscal 1989-1990 budget;
Therefore, be it resolved that the following operating
expenditures and revenues of the fiscal year 1989-1990 county
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REVENUES:
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CO?LMCNITY DES'c LCPM IT BLOCK ._ 7
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NameofApplicant or Organization 2. Contact Person'
City of Iowa City Marianne Milkman, COBG Coordinator
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_Name ,Of .Project Lower Ralston Creek
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Telephone Number of Applicant
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Time Period of Proposed Project
7. Location of Proposed Project
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From: 1/90To: 12/90
Lafayette St. east of Dubuque St.
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Estimated No. of
9. Target Group(s) Affected
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People Directly
by Project:
Benefited by Project NA
NA
Approximate k or B of Total:
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Does Project Have Support of People and Other Groups. or Organizations Affected by
Project? ,YES NO
Explain type and level of support..
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$14,000 (These funds are to come from the
program income received from the
sale of Parcel C.)
(List Sources in Budget Breakdown section)
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List Other Groups and. Organizations Which Were Asked to Contribute to or Fund Project:
None
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Why is this Project Needed?. The redevelopment of the Lower Ralston Creek Area was begun
in 1960 with the objectives of eliminating the flooding hazards, eliminating blight in
the area and promoting more rational land use by assembling and selling parcels vacated
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for the project and not used for public improvements, in accordance with the Comprehensive
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St. and west of Ralston Creek still must be redeveloped. For the optimum development '
fiat
Lafayette St. between Dubuque St. and Parcel C needs to be paved, the north/south alley
should be chip sealed, and some trees planted to complete the revitalization of the area.
Q check if continued on additional page(s) and attach
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List Goal(s) of Projects To improve the remaining Lower Ralston Creek Redevelopment ,
area, thus closing out this long term redevelopment project.
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NameofApplicant or Organization 2. Contact Person'
City of Iowa City Marianne Milkman, COBG Coordinator
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_Name ,Of .Project Lower Ralston Creek
4• Address of. Applicant -
Redevelopment - Lafayette St. Improvements
Civic Center
410 E. Washington St.
Iowa City, IA 52240
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Telephone Number of Applicant
or Contact Person 356-5244
6.
Time Period of Proposed Project
7. Location of Proposed Project
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From: 1/90To: 12/90
Lafayette St. east of Dubuque St.
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Estimated No. of
9. Target Group(s) Affected
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People Directly
by Project:
Benefited by Project NA
NA
Approximate k or B of Total:
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Does Project Have Support of People and Other Groups. or Organizations Affected by
Project? ,YES NO
Explain type and level of support..
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Amount of CDBG Funds
12. Amount of Other Funds
Requested for this Project:
Available For Proposed Project:
$14,000 (These funds are to come from the
program income received from the
sale of Parcel C.)
(List Sources in Budget Breakdown section)
13.
List Other Groups and. Organizations Which Were Asked to Contribute to or Fund Project:
None
14.
Why is this Project Needed?. The redevelopment of the Lower Ralston Creek Area was begun
in 1960 with the objectives of eliminating the flooding hazards, eliminating blight in
the area and promoting more rational land use by assembling and selling parcels vacated
for the project and not used for public improvements, in accordance with the Comprehensive
Plan. These objectives have been largely fulfilled, however, Parcel C north of Lafayette
St. and west of Ralston Creek still must be redeveloped. For the optimum development '
Lafayette St. between Dubuque St. and Parcel C needs to be paved, the north/south alley
should be chip sealed, and some trees planted to complete the revitalization of the area.
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area, thus closing out this long term redevelopment project.
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Other Contracted Services
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$14,000
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Source of OtheriFunds
Equipment/Supplies
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Other Contracted Services
Contracted Improvements.
$14,000
Other Costs:,
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COMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRA
FUNDING
1.
Name of Applicant or Organization
2. Contact Person
Mayor's Youth Emplovment program
Peg McElrov, Executive Director
3.
Name of Project Roosevelt Neighborhood
4. Address of Applicant
Open Space Project
410 Iowa Avenue
Iowa City, IA 52240
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Telephone Number of Applicant
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or contact Person
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Time Period of Proposed Project
7. Location of Proposed Project
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Roosevelt School
located at 611 Greenwood Drive
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Estimated No. of
9. Target Group(s) Affected
People Directly
by Project- A: 1,967 low/moderate census tract 6
Benefited by Project
B: 9 low/moderate teenagers and young adults
2,981 Census Tract 6 persons and 19
COMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRA
FUNDING
1.
Name of Applicant or Organization
2. Contact Person
Mayor's Youth Emplovment program
Peg McElrov, Executive Director
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Name of Project Roosevelt Neighborhood
4. Address of Applicant
Open Space Project
410 Iowa Avenue
Iowa City, IA 52240
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Telephone Number of Applicant
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or contact Person
(319) 356-5410
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Time Period of Proposed Project
7. Location of Proposed Project
From: 1-90 TO: 12-90
Roosevelt School
located at 611 Greenwood Drive
B.
Estimated No. of
9. Target Group(s) Affected
People Directly
by Project- A: 1,967 low/moderate census tract 6
Benefited by Project
B: 9 low/moderate teenagers and young adults
2,981 Census Tract 6 persons and 19
Approximate # or % of Total:
teensrs and vounL adults
1 4 .6 % B: 47%
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Does Project Have Support of People and Other Groups or Organizations Affected by
Project? (YES) NO
Explain type and level of support.
-Long term neighborhood residents, Beverly
Manor and Oaknoli Retirement Residence, Iowa
City, CommunitySchool District Board of Education, Roosevelt School Parent Teachers Organ-
ization (PT01 Principal, Facultv & students,
Iowa City Carden Club,Iowa Wildlife Federation
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Amount of CDBG Funds
12. Amount of Other Funds
Requested for this Project:
Available For Proposed Project:
31,5919
$24,410
(List Sources in Budget Breakdown Section)
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List other Groups and Organizations Which Were Asked to Contribute to or Fund Project:
Project Green, Iowa City Community School
District, Roosevelt PTO
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Why is this Project Needed?
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List Goal(s) of Project: 1. Conversion of an overgrown, unusable ravine into an open space
for the Roosevelt neighborhood. 2. Development
of an open space area into a neighborhood,
asset and focal point for public environmental
education. 3. Development of an accessable
affordable area for field trips for the children
of the community. 4. Develop master pla
proposal for area to guide phased project
design (in progress) and implementation.
5. Provide.summer employment and.training
for low/moderate youth and young adults.
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Explain howgoals will be accomplished.. Include time schedule, amount Of volunteer
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whether they have been contacted.
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EXPENSE,,CATEGORY CDBG Funds Other Funds
'Source,of Other Funds
Equipment/Supplies
$600 300 Iowa City Community
Project Materials 300 School District
$15,638 $9,983 $2,655 Donations/Contributions
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� Professional services' Project Green
$500
other contracted 4 Donations/Contributions
acted servicesPrMiPrf- Green
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This project proposes toconvertan overgrown, unusable `
ravine located north of Roosevelt School into an open space ,that .
will become a neighborhood asset and focal point for the enjoyment
of individuals residing in the neighborhood.
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The open space area would provide the opportunity for the
elderly residing at Beverly Manor and Oaknoll residences,
individuals residing in the numerous apartments located nearby,
community day care centers, neighborhood centers, classes from
Rooseveltschool and other schools in the district to use it as an _
accessible and inexpensive area for recreational activities and
environmental exploration.' The location of the ravine offers an opportunity for the I�
+ I development of an accessible, open space in a combined residential _
and commercial_ area of Iowa City. ..This concept is in keeping with +
the goals and objectives set forth in the Iowa city Comprehensive !
Plan. 1989 Up -date, and adopted on July 11, 1989.
Mayor's Youth Employment Program g (MYEP) is dedicated to
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matches and excellent projects must be developed that meet the
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MYEP operates all four (4) programs available from the state
of_Iowa- This project will represent the eighth year of projects
for the Iow Conservation Corps (teenage component) and the fourth
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fl iThis project proposes to convert the overgrown ravine with the
P assistance of the Iowa Conservation Corps, The Young Adult
Conservation Corps, the Roosevelt Parent Teachers Organization
C' (PTO), The Iowa Community School District, Project Green, and other
organizations that have expressed strong support for this endeavor.
This collaborative effort will insure that the area 'can be well
planned and reach its fullest potential.
hi This development of this area as open space for the enjoyment,
recreation and education of the neighborhood meets the goals and
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date, City Comprehensive Plan, 1989 Un
�+ date, and adopted on July 11, 1989.
' information -was stated: In the report, the following
Ii "Public, neighborhood open space serves the public interest by
Providing opportunities for active recreation and. play as`well as
w a place for relaxation and passive'' pleasure. It is considered a
vital part, of a community and often serves as'a focal point of
neighborhood activity. Theprocessof urban- residential growth `
requires these improvements in orderto ensure a safe, healthy, and
livable environment.
Many times neighborhood openspace is found adjacent to
eleinentary,school sites and ,the combination of both are considered
a focal point,. within the .neighborhood. 'The' function` of
neighborhood open spaces are reflective of the type and character
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of..the neighborhood within which it will be"developed."
�" The goals. set, -:forth in the comprehensive plan suggest
locations that, meet the requirements Of' -the residents' and take
advantage of collaborative development in order to increase the
likelihood. of:aefficient:use..,'In: meeting ' the objectives it is
recommended that public facilities be developed with other public
Usesthat are;compatible.,.
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"Develop written agreements between
School; Board,;, the, University, of Iowa,'.
Iowa City, the Iowa City
and-Johnson'.County7:.
'!Acquire. sites;for joint park/school
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School District
the Iowa City Community
Board of. Education in
numerous supporters of this
addition to the other,
concept.
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This project is a natural continuation of efforts to support
and improve the outside environment.. The project directors intend
to use .,the expert input of an advisory board comprised of
individuals that have demonstrated strong support. Areas of —
concern will include trail planning and construction, bird and _
urban -animal attraction, forestry, prairie and wetlands, landscape
architecture, science and environmental education, and other
recreation and education interests.
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connected I by, a series of trails providing handicapped
accessibility. In. addition, an amphitheater,' bridges, a
accessibility.
butte
y..',flower, prairie,, and. a bird and animal
attraction/feeding/observation area will be developed.
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The safety 1,considerations for., this area including the ..
following:
1. The,trail:was designed so that there are many entrances
and exits. Individuals will not be "trapped" in'any 'area of"the j,
ravine should.an unfortunate circumstance arise. ;it
2. Every; effort will be made to post_the area at the entrance
i and exits as not available during the periods of after dusk and 1 '
before dawn. Actual time, periods will be reflected on the signage
to be included with;the project.
Following, completion of the project, the PTO and Ithe- Iowa f
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Community; SchoolDistrict. will continue to develop and maintain
the' area in order to enhance and preserve the area as a community
asset and a source of educational and recreational enjoyment. In =
addition, grants are available from various resources to` continue
to enhance the area.
The design as,drawn by Landscape Architect,, Craig Ritland, is _
attached"'to this proposal and designated as Appendix 1. The
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outdoor amphitheater, the.wildlife planting and bridge designs will
need to be completed prior to the beginning of the project. —
Iowa ,Conservation. Corps,: staff -.hired by Mayor's Youth
Employment Program (MYEP) will supervise youth and young adults on -
the project. The Parent Teachers Organization (PTO) and other
interested experts will provide consultation services to Mayor's
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Youth. staff:' The Program Coordinator of'MYEP wi
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This project will not require the cooperation of other City —
departments other than routine assistance provided to Mayor's Youth
for accounting and community development block grant assistance.
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December, 1989
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January, 1990
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February, 1990
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April, 1990
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May, 1990
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October'1990
November, 1990
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2. Letters,of Support
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Al Azinger
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Interim Superintendent 5D9 S. Dubuque Street
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Iowa City, Iowa 52240
(319) 338-3685
September 7, 1989
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Ms. Anne Rawland,.Chair
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Civic Center
410 Washington St.
Iowa_City;,•IA 52240
Dear Ms, Rawland,
This letter serves to convey the strong support that the Iowa City
Community,School District has for the Roosevelt Schooli;0utdoor Education
Center as outlined in the proposal before CCN from the:Mayor's Youth
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Employment Program and the `Parent- Teachers Organization
Tfie board of education has, been aware, for a'number of years, that this
is an excellent concept that,,would provide the':opportunity to foster
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environmental education with'an accessible, :outdoor area Ghat could be used
'by'students`districtwide
In addition; the availability, for the community at
large forenvironmental exploration makes this
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The Iowa City; Community School District will support this endeavor by
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assistance -during the' project in' the form of available equipment
that would not be available for purchase or rental and will also assist in
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Our Convalescent Center and The Villa Retirerrient Center provide housing for.:,,,
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97 residents, who, are neighbors to the Roosevelt School: 'Several times'
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year students from Roosevelt School visit our facilities and participate in
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of these children. The outdoor 'classroom` project_, would develop
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means of'a.xheelchair to.the outdoors: `The open trail through the ravine;<
betxeen'Greenxood
Drive and Benton Street would; provide,opportunities for our.
"residents to enjoy. a. nostalgic "walk through the
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We sincerely hope this proposed project will become a reality.
GOSGRL-EN\VOOD URI\'E
Sincerely,
1O1W\CIT\. KAVA a23dU
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Mardee Wood, Administrator
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The design plan developed. bylMr.• Ritland was developed through
counsel with members, of the PTO, active teachers' involvement, administration_
areas'of the°public,schools, :Iowa.City staff;.of;Forestry; advisement from "
naturalists'and'prairie.specialists from the University of Iowa," wetlands,+`
and other interested services.
The sum'of'$2`050 OO was issued i d t
n or er o secure a professionally
designed masterplan. ;Further development of this plan awaits the approval
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of the above designated project. Project GREEN's future plans would tie
tied to our 'GREEN Grants for plant materials to schools' along with,deter ,,'i
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mined design areas.
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involved in this exciting educational, community improvement development
ENVIRONMENTAL
of a natural area.
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Bernie Knight, Trustee and Finance
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Project GREEN
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425 Lee St.
August 29, 1989
Iowa City, Iowa 52246_
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Civic Center, Iowa City, Iowa 52240 _.
CC: E. Rubright Chair
Anne Rawland, Chairperson
Committee on Community Needs
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Civic Center
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
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bear Ms. Rawland: RE: Roosevelt Outdoor Classroom
Mayor's Youth Employment Program -
Community Block Grant _
` Pro3ect GREEN committee members representing GREEN Grants to —
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Schools, conservation oriented areas (prairie studies, wildlife,
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have been activelyinvolved in the above named project.
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As members of Project GREEN (Grow to Reach Environmental —
Excellence Now) we have offered continued, support and encouragement''
through our paid services in .the amount of 2,050.00 to:
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Craig Ritland,ASIA, Architect
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604 Mulberry
Waterloo, Iowa` 50703
The design plan developed. bylMr.• Ritland was developed through
counsel with members, of the PTO, active teachers' involvement, administration_
areas'of the°public,schools, :Iowa.City staff;.of;Forestry; advisement from "
naturalists'and'prairie.specialists from the University of Iowa," wetlands,+`
and other interested services.
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designed masterplan. ;Further development of this plan awaits the approval
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of the above designated project. Project GREEN's future plans would tie
tied to our 'GREEN Grants for plant materials to schools' along with,deter ,,'i
mined design areas.
All of the above indicates the many reasons"Project GREEN is
involved in this exciting educational, community improvement development
of a natural area.
Sincerely, '
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Bernie Knight, Trustee and Finance
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425 Lee St.
Iowa City, Iowa 52246_
CC: E. Rubright Chair
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Louane L. Newsome, Resident
Oaknoll Retirement Residence
701 Oaknoll Drive
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
August 23, 1989
Peg:McElroy
Mayorls:Youth Employment Program
410 Iowa Avenue
Iowa City, Iowa -52240
Dear Ms.
McElroy,,
This letter is in support of the current 'plan to
-develop the ravine behind Roosevelt School into anopen
trail.. The undersigned residents of Oaknoll Retirement -
Residence would
etirementResidencewould use the developed area as a beautiful
Wj woodsy, , green area in which to walk and to view various
aspects of nature. We feel that the,project--would,im-
prove-our neighborhood in that it would,give"'public
access to a
lovely natural area.
About'200'people live at Oaknoll and many of us
walk each ' ch day as far as Roosevelt School and we, would
often 'make use '-of,an outdoor, developed path through
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August 28, 1989
Anne Rawland, Chairperson
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Civic Center.
Iowa City, IA 52240
Dear Ms. Rawland,.
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THEODORE ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Nom L. Steinbrech
Principal
3 September 1989
Anne Rawland, Chairperson
Committee oa Community Seeds
Civic Center
Iowa.City, Iowa 52240
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THEODORE ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Nom L. Steinbrech
Principal
3 September 1989
Anne Rawland, Chairperson
Committee oa Community Seeds
Civic Center
Iowa.City, Iowa 52240
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Dear Chairperson Rawland:
About twenty years ago, the residents living in the Paoserelt School
neighborhood mounted an all-out campaign to preserve the ravine when the city
v was proposing that it be Corned into a land -till, turning the natural area
into a Slat lawn. While we applaud they tar -sightedness and'respect Sor the
natural, environment it is now time -to proceed beyond that initial effort.
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�a steep sides to control erosion. "A 1 path is, cawed tbrough the bottom of the I
! ravine to allow teachers to walk there with their classes: 'Cosh, much more
can bedone to allow us to utilize this valuable part'ot our campus.
Unfortunately, while the school district recognizes the value -at environmental
e,periencez tar children, it is not able to expend Sunds tar this unique I
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schools and scouting groups who we hope will come to visit. A quiet place
tar an'evening stroll is part at that vision. �' I
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the list ten pears, I have seen our school develop a strong
reputation tar quality instruction and curriculum.- We have received state an
a national recognition tar our language and reading programs. Our students
demonstrate a respect tar and pride in their school.and are another. I
believe we'crove to be ould
p good, positive fYtaplfS Of how this grant money
was money well -spent.
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Anne Fawland- chairperson
Committee on Community Needs
Dear Ms Rawland.
I would like voice my support of the Open Space Project of the Roosevelt --
Neighborhood. This project would allow our students to experience natural
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setting within walking distance of preschool.. I believe.. we could use this
area regularly and benifit from its use both physic ally mentally. it ...
would also enhance our ability to participate in acitivities with the nearby
nursing homesaand the neighborhood population. This type of area is -
important to establish in neighborhoods where high Population numbers have "
little or free access to natural, open spaces. ".
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GFANT C
FUNDING REQUEST
1.
Name of Applicant or Organization
2.' Contact Person
City of Iowa City
Pam Barnes, Housing Rehabilitation Officer
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Name of Project
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Housing Rehabilitation
Civic Center
Iowa City, Iowa 52240: ,
5., Telephone. Number of Applicant -.
or Contact Person
356-5128
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Community Development Block Grant
From:.,, -1-90 TOO. 12-31-90
Neighborhood,Revitalization Areas for 5
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Estimated No. of
9. Target Group(s) Affected
People. Directly
by Project: Lowy and Low -Moderate'
Benefited by Project,
Income Home:Owners
200
Approximate # ore of Total: 100%
0.°Does
Proje ' ave'Support'of' People and Other Groups or Organizations'Affected by
Project? YES NO
,Explain_;type
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GFANT C
FUNDING REQUEST
1.
Name of Applicant or Organization
2.' Contact Person
City of Iowa City
Pam Barnes, Housing Rehabilitation Officer
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Name of Project
4. Address of Applicant
Housing Rehabilitation
Civic Center
Iowa City, Iowa 52240: ,
5., Telephone. Number of Applicant -.
or Contact Person
356-5128
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Time Period of Proposed Project
7. Location of Proposed Project
Community Development Block Grant
From:.,, -1-90 TOO. 12-31-90
Neighborhood,Revitalization Areas for 5
Pro a,
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Estimated No. of
9. Target Group(s) Affected
People. Directly
by Project: Lowy and Low -Moderate'
Benefited by Project,
Income Home:Owners
200
Approximate # ore of Total: 100%
0.°Does
Proje ' ave'Support'of' People and Other Groups or Organizations'Affected by
Project? YES NO
,Explain_;type
and level of. support.'
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Requested..for this..Project:.
Available For Proposed Project:
$300,000OOr
None:
(List Sources inBudget Breakdown Section)
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Housing Rehabilitation provides unique assistance
in the form of a low-interest loan or a
depreciating lien/life lien in making repairs
affordable for low -moderate income home
owners. It also provides assistance in the
administration of two other programs that the
City would not be able to tap into without
the rehab staff.
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List Goal(s) of Project: 1. To save affordable housing stock that otherwise would be lost
to neglect because of lack of funds for major repairs.
2. To eliminate hazardous conditions (e.g.
cisterns and deteriorated garages).
3. To further neighborhood revitalization.
4. To help older people stay in their homes longer.
5. To assist homeowners and landlords in making structures barrier free.
6. To make homes more energy efficient.
16. General Description of Activities:
Explain how goals will be accomplished. Include time schedule, amount ofvolunteer
orstafftime needed, .and other pertinent data about the activities. Indicate
the project will require the cooperation of other City departments and, if so,
whether .they have been contacted.
Housing Rehabilitation has been a continuing CDBG project since 1976.
There are five programs which will be available for low-income, single family, owner
occupied homes in need of repair. Two additional programs (Item 6 & 7) are aiso ad-
ministered by the CDBG staff. The rehabilitation staff consists of 2 housing rehabili- I;:
tation officers (construction specialists) and a quarter -time financial specialist.
1. Comprehensive Rehab. - Various loan terms available, or depreciating lien/life lien
This.can be,a second mortgage where homeownerscan borrow up to $25,000.00. !
2. Weatherization Program - This loan is secured by a Life Lien or Promissory Note I I
where one can borrow. 2,500.00 for.5 years.. i
3. Painting/Siding Loan Program - Loan terms are based on income. Loan amount based
on size of house. Maximum amount is $5,000.00.
4. Residential Accessibility Grant Program.-, Maximum amount of Grant is $5,000.00.--. I
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This involves correction of a major violation of the housing
code which would make the structure uninhibitable. If amount needed is. less than,
$1,000, then it is a direct grant.-. $1,000 to $3,000 maximum, a -life lien; U I'
is used. �1
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af.the cost -of -rehab. in the form of a deferred payment loan. The`City's grant` �� }
for 1989 was $69,000 and the projected 1990 Grant will be around $50,000. Maximum
loan per unit ranges from $5,000.00 for an efficiency to $8,500.00 for a 3 -bedroom
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loans. The City acts as excros agent and supervises the construction. In 1989
we were not able to process new loans because the funding for new projects was i
eliminated by -Congress.• However, funding has been partially' reinstated for the
1990 program year.
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Explain how goals will be accomplished. Include time schedule, amount ofvolunteer
orstafftime needed, .and other pertinent data about the activities. Indicate
the project will require the cooperation of other City departments and, if so,
whether .they have been contacted.
Housing Rehabilitation has been a continuing CDBG project since 1976.
There are five programs which will be available for low-income, single family, owner
occupied homes in need of repair. Two additional programs (Item 6 & 7) are aiso ad-
ministered by the CDBG staff. The rehabilitation staff consists of 2 housing rehabili- I;:
tation officers (construction specialists) and a quarter -time financial specialist.
1. Comprehensive Rehab. - Various loan terms available, or depreciating lien/life lien
This.can be,a second mortgage where homeownerscan borrow up to $25,000.00. !
2. Weatherization Program - This loan is secured by a Life Lien or Promissory Note I I
where one can borrow. 2,500.00 for.5 years.. i
3. Painting/Siding Loan Program - Loan terms are based on income. Loan amount based
on size of house. Maximum amount is $5,000.00.
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This involves correction of a major violation of the housing
code which would make the structure uninhibitable. If amount needed is. less than,
$1,000, then it is a direct grant.-. $1,000 to $3,000 maximum, a -life lien; U I'
is used. �1
6. Administration,of Rental'Rehab. Program - The current program'provides.up to 50%
af.the cost -of -rehab. in the form of a deferred payment loan. The`City's grant` �� }
for 1989 was $69,000 and the projected 1990 Grant will be around $50,000. Maximum
loan per unit ranges from $5,000.00 for an efficiency to $8,500.00 for a 3 -bedroom
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eliminated by -Congress.• However, funding has been partially' reinstated for the
1990 program year.
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Name of Applicant or organization
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Hawkeye Area Community Action Program
Michael Maher, Transitional Housing Coord.
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Name of Project
4. Address of Applicant
Transitional Housing Project
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program, Inc.
1300 South Gilbert
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Telephone. Number of Applicant
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
or Contact Person
351-1214 or Hacap in C.R., 366-7631
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Time Period of Proposed Project
7. Location of Proposed Project
From: Jan. 1 To: December 30, 1990
City of Iowa City
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Estimated No. of
9. Target Group s) Affected
Directly
by Project: (1) homeless females (with or
.People
Benefited by Project
withoutren)
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10% estimate
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Does Project Have support of People and Other Groups or Organizations Affected bi-
Project? ,._YES. XX .,NO Domestic Violence, Emergency Housing, Crisis Center, -Department o
Explain type and level of. support. Human Services and Elderly Services will make
referrals .to.the program and provide advice on the ongoing needs of transitional housing
clients as appropriate,
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Amount of CDBG Funds
12.- Amount of other Funds
Requested'for'this Project:
Available For Proposed Project:
$30,000
865,100
(List sources in Budget Breakdown section)
13.
List other Groups and organizations Which were Asked to contribute to or. Fund Project:
Johnson County Board of Supervisors. Federal McKinney Funding through a state block grant
administered by the Iowa Department of Human Rights. Additional State and Federal funds
for homeless projects will also be sought as appropriate and available.
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Why is this Project Needed? We need this project because we have no other program which'
provides a long-term solution to the problem of homelessness in Iowa City. This program
gives people a place to live while they are learning essential skills for self-support in
a structured environment. in Johnson County, a Drake University study done in 1988 identi-
fied 70 individuals classified as living "on the street," 790 individuals living in ,cars,
tents and abandoned buildings, etc., 35 individuals living in shelters and 630 individuals
who would be homeless if they were not living with relatives or friends.Of the 1525
categorized as homeless in Johnson County',476,or 31%, were children.'; The Emergency Housing
Project and. the Domestic Violence Project are consistently'full to capacity. The programs
are able.to.provide only short-term shelter. These two projects have a total of only 48
beds.' By utilizing floor space these shelters have -held up to 75 individuals (see next page
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List Goals) of Project:
(1), To obtain distressed, but structurally sound housing in Iowa City that can be rehab-
ilitated to provide transitional hosuing for a minimum of 8 - 12 individuals. (2) To
provide,a'safe I supportive learning: environment for essential job and life -related skills
aimed at self support, (3) work.with appropriate agencies for families in the program and
on the waiting-list and (4) to expand the program to include other properties as funding.
apo opportunities become available.
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mativateC men (with or without families) who want to become self-
supporting, but are homeless at present.
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On the average each monthp the Domestic Violence Program has four
families that are in need of transitional housing.
Another reason the.project is needed is because Johnson County is
unique in that housing is hard to find and very expensive. Therefore,
housing is not 'easily available to homeless People with no resources.
The Johnson County Transitiona1 Housing Project can identify and
renovate suitable housing which could provide for such an unmet need
for the homeless. According to the Affordable Housing Study done by
the City,of
Iowa City -in -May of 1988 274 households were on the
waiting list for leased housing. Even if they were able to get in to,
leased housing, 'the'assisted housing program 'provided assistance with
shelter,not with the essential skills needed to become self 1
supporting.
A recent report from the
IowatDepartment of Planning and I Program ; 1
Development showed a vacancy rate of 1% in April of 1969 for rental
property in Iowa City. The survey also showed average monthly rents,
including the costs of water. and heat are:
Efficiency apartments : $254
One bedroom apartments : $308
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Three bedroom apartments: $511
An A.D.C. family of four receives $476 per month. To rent a two
.,bedroom apartment:at the above-average costs would
available in -come. A thre� take 80% of their
e bedroom apartment would exceed their income.
The large student enrollment at the university of Iowa Provides
increased competition for available housing and exacerbates the
Problem of finding affordable housing. The average cost of a three
bedroom home,,,in Iowa City is $75,000 according.to Carla Davis,
Executive Director of the Iowa City Board of Realtors. Rehabilitation
of existing multi- family housing into safe.housing stock, which meets
city code,,'can average $25,000 to $40,000 and.up.depending on the
sizeandcondition of the,property. Receiving a reasonable return -on
the in ' vestment precludes low-income persons' ability, to, af ford the
rent.
The Transitional Housing Program not only Provides housing, but tries
to resolve related problems of the household in order to enable them
to move from the welfare role to the tax paying citizen. We use a
holistic counseling approach and a referral system to improve job and
-leducational'skills, mental health, physical health, life and
socialization skills las well as referral to other needs to maximize
opportunity for family stabilization. A family coming into the program
must first want, tQ b&rd= involved and have a long term goal to become
(Please note` that'the Drake study referred
to on `the front pageis the
only definitive study done to date in Iowa.
It was done for the Iowa
Department of Education and pertained to the problems of homeless
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which 'include education, job training or community Work experience. In
short term studies.done this approach is more successful than just
providing housing. Families can live in the Transitional Housing
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In order"to apply for state or federal funds, we are required to have
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HACAP for the initial staffing of the project. CDBG funding from the
City of jowa City.can be used to signicantly leverage the amount of
iooney`needed'for the project and at the same time begin to help meet a
need for affordable housing for homeless persons in Iowa City. The
primary`typa of`housing sought to'be'rehabbed will be "distressed
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to on `the front pageis the
only definitive study done to date in Iowa.
It was done for the Iowa
Department of Education and pertained to the problems of homeless
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or staff time needed, and other pertinent data about the activities. Indicate if
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whether they have been contacted.
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Property acquisition and maintenance:
1) acquiring initial property (3 months)
2) assess property for rehabilitation needed to meet all City codes (I week)
3)
work with City personnel to ensure that all codes are met
4) to
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continue working with City personnel to identify other properties that could be
used for transitional housing'
5) write grants and develop resources for additional continuing funding
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Working with Community resources and volunteers
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1) Use::the volunteers on the Johnson County HACAP Commission to provide oversight
and advice. .
2)' To provide information on homelessness and to educate and raise community
awareness and possible avenues of resolution.
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4) To develop resources from the private sector (e.g. Iowa State and First National
Banks' loan officers who deal with repossessed properties, local businesspeople and
realtors)
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resolve problems of homelessness
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self-sufficient through counseling, referrals, advocacy with agencies and the
private sector to ,obtain educational jobtraining, household management.skills, and
ij to'fill'physicial, mental and,psychosocial'needs. The program can include:.
a, daily review of needs and housekeeping'
b. weekly case meetings with goal setting
c. long-term goal setting
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TERRY E. BRANSTAD, GOVERNOR
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
CHARLES M. PALMER. DIRECTOR
. JOHNSON COUNTY OFFICE
CAROL THOMPSON, DIRECTOR
September 13, 1989
Committee on Community Needs
c/o Marianne Milkman
Planning Department,
410 E. Washington St.
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
Dear Marianne:
It is a pleasure to recommend the proposal for transitional
housing that has been put together by HACAP and the Domestic
Violence Intervention Project. I think it could become the
centerofa re -vitalized housing-
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' For more than a year now, we have been seeing an increase in
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greater increase in the length of time they are without
housing. This is in contrast to our past experience, when
! most homeless people were single and transient. Several
times recently, we have had families get "stuck" at DVIP or
Emergency Housing, unable to find appropriate housing they
could afford. Some need additional support in order to set•
-up an orderly pattern of life for themselves and their
children.
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The proposal to provide transitional housing would give
these families a chance to get on their feet in a safe
.environment. We still need,additional..housing.subsidy and
Possibly more low-income housing, but this project will give
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us new beginning and a sense of direction for future
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Jean Mann, Executive Dir P.D.DEPARTMEN
3. Name of Project ESA Small Repair Project:
4. Address of Applicant
Homes of low/moderate income elderly & handi
apped 28 South Linn
Iowa City, Iowa 52240
5. Telephone Number of Applicant
or Contact Person
356-5217
6. Time Period of Proposed Project
7. Location of Proposed Project
From:Jan 190' To:December 190
City of Iowa City
S. Estimated No. of
9. Target Group(s) Affected
People Directly
by Project: 60+ low/moderate income
Benefited by Project
elderly and handicapped
25 - 30
Approximate # or a of Total: 25
0. Does Project Have Support of People and Other Groups or Organizations Affected. by
Project? YES XX No The City of Iowa City and the Heritage Area Agency
.Explain type and level of,support.. on Aging actively support the project through the
provision.of necessary staff time not covered by the funding request: Housing Rehabilitatic
Residential' Accessibility, and Emergency Repairs staff act as a source of referrals and
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1. Amount of CDBG Funds - 12. Amount of Other Funds
Requested for this Project: Available For Proposed Project:
$6000 $2000 in match money for volunteer time
(List sources in Budget Breakdown Section)
13. List Other Groups and Organizations Which Were Asked to Contribute to or Fund Project:
Aging Studies, Social Work, UI fraternities and Newman Center students act as volunteers to
provide links to elderly clients for the project. The "Senior Center Post" provides media
cover?ge of t
14. Why is this Project Needed? To keep people safely in their homes as long as possible..
What used to be the Department of Health, Education and Welfare said that 25% of the people
in nursing homes did not really need to be there. They were there only because they couldn'
solve the problems of remaining independent in their own homes. Significantly, 75% of the
people in nursing homes had no spouse or other family member to help them, while that
statistic for the non -institutionalized population was only 40%. Help with the work of
maintaining independence in , our home is the most critical factor for staying out of a
nursing home. Coupled with th—e-fact that 50% of the people over 60 in this country live in
ouli ses built before 1939, help with home maintenance becomes a major independence issue.
Older people sometimes do not have the energy, physical agility, financial resources or
the know-how necessary to cope with the kinds of problems associated with maintaining the
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15. List Goal(s) of Project: (1) Identify low/moderate income elderly/handicapped homeowners
living in unsafe conditions which place them at some risk and/or jeopardize their ability
to remain in their homes. (2) Identify competent, reliable, insured low/moderate income
construction workers who will make low-cost repairs of good quality. (3) Provide a
construction consultant with a proven record of experience in this field to draw up specifi-
cations for each job, screen applicants for the construction work, monitor their performance
and check the quality of the work at the end of the job. (4) Provide administrative
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safety of a home. Our program is meant to be a back-up for the things that Residential
Accessibility, Housing Rehabilitation, the Emergency Program, and our own.chore program _
cannot do because of the client's income restraints or because of a lack of expertise in
workers we ordinarily use. It provides the larger programs run by the City of Iowa City,
an answer to small repairs their programs are not really designed to handle, as well.
The proposed program employs low/moderate income contractors. They tend to be people
Just starting out, or established firms with a low -work load at a particular time, who are i
looking for extra income.
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the CDBG program administration,
and that'the program is made available to the eligible
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include: roof repairs, repairs to basement walls, chimneys, sidewalks,. steps and., railings, `
-"'shower enclosures; rotten window frames and broken windows, installing screens, repairing -
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All; -elderly/handicapped applicants:' for home repair are required 'to furnish proof of owner-
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Explain how goals will be accomplished. Include time schedule, amount of volunteer
or staff time needed, and other pertinent data about the activities. Indicate if
the Project will require the cooperation of other City departments and, if so,
whether they have been contacted.
Goal 1: ESA will use its outreach program, which has 50 volunteers under the supervision of
a program coordinator, to make referrals to the Housing Repair program. These volunteers
have regular contact with those elderly most likely to need help staying in their homes.
They will be taught to understand the mission of the Housing Repair program and how it works
so that they can make the appropriate referrals to the staff. The outreach program also as
a publicity campaign which aims at all the elderly in the County, using the "Senior Center
Post,"the"Iowa City Press Citizen," and radio and television, as well as personal appearance
by the staff, and the distribution of brochures on available services to all relevant sites.
We also keep other agencies informed of the availability of programs through the Organizatio
of Service. Providers for the Elderly, which meets monthly at the Senior Center, and the
twice monthly meeting of the Case Managment team.
Goal 2: We use the list of construction workers made available to us by the Housing
Rehabilitation program as well as workers referred to us by people familiar with the
construction business as a base. We write to them, ask them if they are interested in
bidding on small repairs, request demonstration of liability coverage, and then mail
sets of jobs on which specifications have been drawn up for them to make bids on. The
quality of the work is monitored by inspections at the work site by either Associate
Planner Marcia Hale or Doris Walden, our part-time consultant, depending upon the level
of complexity involved. This type of work appeals to contractors who are just starting
out. More established contractors are not interested in such small jobs. Therefore, we
attract low/moderate income workers to the program. They make low-cost repairs of good
quality in part because of the supervision and assessment built into the program. If the
work is not done correctly, they don't get paid.
Goal 3: We have the services of two consultants: one is Associate Planner Marcia Hale,
who will contribute specifications and oversight for things like roofs, ramps, and the
more detailed, complex jobs. The other is Doris Walden, our construction consultant, who
for the last year has served as the "legs" for the program, visiting people requesting
service, assessing what they need to have done, and writing up.the specifications for the -
job: 'She also works with the Director to screen bids from area contractors and to follow
through on getting the work set up and monitored. She is paid $8.50 an hour and we
plan to use her for 42 hours next year. Marcia Hale's salary is $14 an hour, and we plan
to_,use_her, for up.,to 22 hours.I'll
Goal 4: .The Director of ESA will be responsible for making sure that the guidelines set ,
out by the City CDBG staff are followed. She will supervise the work of a 10 hour a week
work-study student to keep track of the paperwork required„ and will keep the financial
records on the program necessary for an accurate description of what the grant funds have
covered.- She will also see to it that publicity for the program is as extensive as possible
The work study student's salary from ESA will be $100 a month for six months.
The -time line for the program, begins in the late spring, as soon as the project has been
approved by the City Council.Advertising begins in the "Senior Center Post," etc., and
elderly/handicappedcitizens call in, asking for repairs. 'Referrals are made by other
service providers after they are notified that the program has been set up for the year.
The consultants.go to visit the clients in the summer, drawing up the,specifications'.for
the job. They also write up what they think the job should cost, The Director then sees
to_it.that.the contractors who have indicated interest in the program, and who have sent
in the.annual forms on liability coverage, receive the specifications on which to bid.
When:the:bids `are returned, which is dependent on the contractor's work schedule, the
most appropriate is selected and the contractor notified to begin work on the job. Generali
we find that we have to wait until the fall for ordinary jobs because contractors put off
the little jobs while they take care of the big ones. Volunteers continue to talk about the
program with their clients. Consultants go out to inspect jobs to make sure that work is
being done properly. Advice is frequently sought from Pam Barnes, Phyllis Kilpatrick,
Mary Nugent and Marianne Milkman. Examples of the kinds of jobs this program completes
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Explain how goals will be accomplished. Include time schedule, amount of volunteer
or staff time needed, and other pertinent data about the activities. Indicate if
the Project will require the cooperation of other City departments and, if so,
whether they have been contacted.
Goal 1: ESA will use its outreach program, which has 50 volunteers under the supervision of
a program coordinator, to make referrals to the Housing Repair program. These volunteers
have regular contact with those elderly most likely to need help staying in their homes.
They will be taught to understand the mission of the Housing Repair program and how it works
so that they can make the appropriate referrals to the staff. The outreach program also as
a publicity campaign which aims at all the elderly in the County, using the "Senior Center
Post,"the"Iowa City Press Citizen," and radio and television, as well as personal appearance
by the staff, and the distribution of brochures on available services to all relevant sites.
We also keep other agencies informed of the availability of programs through the Organizatio
of Service. Providers for the Elderly, which meets monthly at the Senior Center, and the
twice monthly meeting of the Case Managment team.
Goal 2: We use the list of construction workers made available to us by the Housing
Rehabilitation program as well as workers referred to us by people familiar with the
construction business as a base. We write to them, ask them if they are interested in
bidding on small repairs, request demonstration of liability coverage, and then mail
sets of jobs on which specifications have been drawn up for them to make bids on. The
quality of the work is monitored by inspections at the work site by either Associate
Planner Marcia Hale or Doris Walden, our part-time consultant, depending upon the level
of complexity involved. This type of work appeals to contractors who are just starting
out. More established contractors are not interested in such small jobs. Therefore, we
attract low/moderate income workers to the program. They make low-cost repairs of good
quality in part because of the supervision and assessment built into the program. If the
work is not done correctly, they don't get paid.
Goal 3: We have the services of two consultants: one is Associate Planner Marcia Hale,
who will contribute specifications and oversight for things like roofs, ramps, and the
more detailed, complex jobs. The other is Doris Walden, our construction consultant, who
for the last year has served as the "legs" for the program, visiting people requesting
service, assessing what they need to have done, and writing up.the specifications for the -
job: 'She also works with the Director to screen bids from area contractors and to follow
through on getting the work set up and monitored. She is paid $8.50 an hour and we
plan to use her for 42 hours next year. Marcia Hale's salary is $14 an hour, and we plan
to_,use_her, for up.,to 22 hours.I'll
Goal 4: .The Director of ESA will be responsible for making sure that the guidelines set ,
out by the City CDBG staff are followed. She will supervise the work of a 10 hour a week
work-study student to keep track of the paperwork required„ and will keep the financial
records on the program necessary for an accurate description of what the grant funds have
covered.- She will also see to it that publicity for the program is as extensive as possible
The work study student's salary from ESA will be $100 a month for six months.
The -time line for the program, begins in the late spring, as soon as the project has been
approved by the City Council.Advertising begins in the "Senior Center Post," etc., and
elderly/handicappedcitizens call in, asking for repairs. 'Referrals are made by other
service providers after they are notified that the program has been set up for the year.
The consultants.go to visit the clients in the summer, drawing up the,specifications'.for
the job. They also write up what they think the job should cost, The Director then sees
to_it.that.the contractors who have indicated interest in the program, and who have sent
in the.annual forms on liability coverage, receive the specifications on which to bid.
When:the:bids `are returned, which is dependent on the contractor's work schedule, the
most appropriate is selected and the contractor notified to begin work on the job. Generali
we find that we have to wait until the fall for ordinary jobs because contractors put off
the little jobs while they take care of the big ones. Volunteers continue to talk about the
program with their clients. Consultants go out to inspect jobs to make sure that work is
being done properly. Advice is frequently sought from Pam Barnes, Phyllis Kilpatrick,
Mary Nugent and Marianne Milkman. Examples of the kinds of jobs this program completes
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If Yes, what source(s) of funding do you propose to use?
The Farmers' Home Administration and the Johnson County Subsidized Chore program, which
is administered through ESA, are the only places where we could find funding to do regular
home repairs for elderly/handicapped people. The problem with the former is that it does
not cover mobile homes, and it concentrates on rural areas. The problem with the latter isi
that it must cover all other subsidized chore work before money can be released for
repairs. However, every year the Johnson County Health Department accepts our proposal to
provide subsidized services to low-income elderly (earning up to $900 a month) on a sliding
,scale (so that people with less than $400 a month get the services free and those between
$401 and $900 pay about 50t for every $50). If we can show that the elderly/handicapped'.
person_is incapable of performing the necessary repairs, and conduct a face-to-face'
assessment, and document financial eligibility as well as the fact that the applicant has
no,other person: from whom the work could be sought, then we can use this money to pay
for the labor required for the job. The cost of materials is not covered, however, and
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Project Materials
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United Action for Youth
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United Action for Youth
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410 Iowa Avenue
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7. .Location of Proposed Project
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Explain type and level of support.
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Other human service providers support the project, as do our neighbors. It will improve '
security of the building and surrounding area and the environment inside where client
services are provided.
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Available For Proposed Project: 0
Improved security/lighting $ 1,.200
Climate control 1,500
Expanded client service area 20,000
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CDBG is the first group we have approached with this specific proposal. Service clubs were
approached this year about support for the Youth Center and the Youth Services Foundation
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is exploring long-term fundraising. The Youth Center architect will furnish building plans as an in4did donation
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UAY utilizes the Youth Center for Crisis Counseling, Victim Support Service, and as a Basic
Center for runaway and homeless youth. We are seeking additional security lighting and
alarm system improvements to assure a safer environment for clients, especially during
evening and late evening hours.
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The original climate control system failed frequently this summer. The "space pack" units
(s.w. corner of the building) must be replaced this spring. It currently cools the Victim
office, group counseling room, youth hang-out area, and youth counseling area.
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UAY's client caseload continues .to grow each year. In the first year at the Youth Center
the caseload grew by 30% (150 youth; from 500 in FY 88 to 650 in FY 89). UAY has also
incorporated greater use of volunteers to meet client needs. The Youth Center's unfinished
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List Goal(s) of Project:
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Improve the security and lighting of the Youth Center and surrounding area.
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Enhance the existing client service area (south side) during hot weather.
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Expand the client service area and volunteer work space at the Youth Center.
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.the Project will require thecooperationof other City departments and, if,so,.
whether they have been contacted.
1) Additional security lights will be installed between the Historical Society building
and the Youth Center, as well as on the porches and rear parking lot. The alarm
system will be modified for a direct hook up to ICPD. This work will include input
from staff and clients and neighbors; a minimum of 10-20 hours staff time; and will �-
be completed within 60 days of the start date.
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2) 'A "space peck" air "'conditioning 'unit will be replaced . at the 'southwest .exterior corner
of the Youth Center. This work will require 4-5 staff hours and be completed within
30 days of the start date.
3)....Two finished rooms; will, be developed in the Youth Center :basement for client services
and a volunteer area. Building 'plans will be provided by Randy Cram, the architect J'
for the Youth Center. Bids will be sought in the first 30 days, scheduled work to
start in 60-90 days and be completed by 9/30/90. This will require 40 hours of staff
Ins of staffchents, and volunteers in the design.
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Moderate Income: 200, 25%
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Hills Bank, First National Bank, Iowa State Bank, Oddfellows, Variety, Club, Pilot Club,
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Hoover Elementary,is one of the few schools in the Iowa City School District that serves
special education classes. Four special education programs share the school facilities
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tegrated activities between the,special needs and the non -disabled students._ The children
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and to develop their social and physical skills alongside non -disabled children. ex-.
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capped accessible to address the needs of Hoover and the community. The handicapped
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and additional students served by Grant Wood AEA, who attend schools other than Hoover,_
who would benefit from an accessible playground within their neighborhood.
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finance playground renovations.. Recognizing the.,district! s.,financial. situation,:, but.:.
ry realizing:the,critical'need"for a handicapped accessible, playground, the parents and
faculty of Hoover have initiated.this multi -phased, integrated and accessible play-
ground project. Our original`intent was to focus on handicapped accessibility, but '
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Explain how goals will be accomplished. Include time schedule, amount of volunteer
"orstaff time needed, and other pertinent data about the activities. Indicate if
the Project will require the cooperation of other City departments and, if so,
whether they have been contacted.
Development:
Hoover School has hired a local landscape architect, Mr. Steven Ford, to design
a totally accessible and integrated playground for all the children at Hoover and in
the community. (See attached Plan View). This project consists of the following phases:
Phase I: The walkway down the hillside funded by last year's CDBG of $5,000 to
be completed by November 15, 1989; a hillside slide funded by Hoover
On -Campus Care (HOCC) donation, and two different: handicapped swings
funded by donations from local community organizations.
Phase II: 1. Double stair/slide access area to raised sandbox to provide an
alternate accessible route to the sandbox.
2. Raised sandbox area with cutaway edge allowing room for wheelchairs
to fit under at proper height for comfortable playing.
3,.; Continuation of cement walkway to sandbox area and continuing over
to the swing area.
Future, Phases: To complete remaining portions of the playground project.
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'Financial Support:
Joint efforts of COBB, Hoover PTA and community support will meet the monetary
goals of'.the project. Because the playground serves both the handicapped and non -dis-
abled, we will be requesting one-half of the funding from CDBG and one-half from the
school and community:We are requesting the entire walkway be funded by CDBG because
this is specifically for handicapped accessibility. Hoover PTA support has been strong
and on-going (see attached PTA letter and 1988-89 budget). In addition, Hoover On -
Campus Care (HOCC) is actively supporting this project (see attached HOCC letter) The
community has shown some support and we are in the process of recontacting several groups
and businesses for additional financial support (see attached letter). (Refer to H13.
for groups and organizations who will receive this letter.)
Time Schedule:
By September 12, 1989 - Complete consultation planning with Steven Ford (landscape
..architect) and Wayne.Jarrard.(Iowa City Community.School District).
September -October, 1989- Letters sent to groups and businesses for donations.
Follow -UP calls and visits will be made.
"June 15 September 1990,:="Build double stair/slide area, raised sandbox and
designated walkway.
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Explain how goals will be accomplished. Include time schedule, amount of volunteer
"orstaff time needed, and other pertinent data about the activities. Indicate if
the Project will require the cooperation of other City departments and, if so,
whether they have been contacted.
Development:
Hoover School has hired a local landscape architect, Mr. Steven Ford, to design
a totally accessible and integrated playground for all the children at Hoover and in
the community. (See attached Plan View). This project consists of the following phases:
Phase I: The walkway down the hillside funded by last year's CDBG of $5,000 to
be completed by November 15, 1989; a hillside slide funded by Hoover
On -Campus Care (HOCC) donation, and two different: handicapped swings
funded by donations from local community organizations.
Phase II: 1. Double stair/slide access area to raised sandbox to provide an
alternate accessible route to the sandbox.
2. Raised sandbox area with cutaway edge allowing room for wheelchairs
to fit under at proper height for comfortable playing.
3,.; Continuation of cement walkway to sandbox area and continuing over
to the swing area.
Future, Phases: To complete remaining portions of the playground project.
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'Financial Support:
Joint efforts of COBB, Hoover PTA and community support will meet the monetary
goals of'.the project. Because the playground serves both the handicapped and non -dis-
abled, we will be requesting one-half of the funding from CDBG and one-half from the
school and community:We are requesting the entire walkway be funded by CDBG because
this is specifically for handicapped accessibility. Hoover PTA support has been strong
and on-going (see attached PTA letter and 1988-89 budget). In addition, Hoover On -
Campus Care (HOCC) is actively supporting this project (see attached HOCC letter) The
community has shown some support and we are in the process of recontacting several groups
and businesses for additional financial support (see attached letter). (Refer to H13.
for groups and organizations who will receive this letter.)
Time Schedule:
By September 12, 1989 - Complete consultation planning with Steven Ford (landscape
..architect) and Wayne.Jarrard.(Iowa City Community.School District).
September -October, 1989- Letters sent to groups and businesses for donations.
Follow -UP calls and visits will be made.
"June 15 September 1990,:="Build double stair/slide area, raised sandbox and
designated walkway.
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The PTA has committed itself to this project. In 1988-1989, the PTAH
contributed $1000-00 towards the Playground Fund to hire Steven Ford, a I+ 1
LandscapeArchitect, to develop the plans for the'playground. Also, the `- i )
proceeds from the 1988-1989 Pancake Supper Fund Raiser ($819.38) were
contributed to the Playground Fund, The PTA's financial support will II 5
,;continue this year with the majority of the money ranted from the October I 1
1969 Bazaar already designated for the Playground Fund
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We hope that your 'efforts to obtain further assistance, from, the
s - Community Developmenf Block Grant Program will be successful. Through
1 the'combined efforts of CDBG; the Hoover PTA and the community we should
be'able to reach our goal of an integrated play area for all the children 1n
our community,
Sincerely,
Ann Marie McCarthy
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DEC. 6 misc. donations 280.00
MAR. donation 10.00
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MAY 2 donations 40.00
HOCC donation 1500.00
Optimist Club donation 280.00
PTA transfer from academic supp. 1000.00
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The Hoover Elementary School PTA has undertaken a project to construct a totally
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integrated and accessible playground to serve both the handicapped and non -disabled students at
Hoover as well as any disabled children in our community. The existing playground is not
accessible or adapted to allow for any type of physical play to handicapped children. Hoover
serves fourciasses of special education students and we feel a very strong need to provide them
with the opportunity to play in the least -restrictive environment
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possible and to develop their
social and physical skills alongside non children.
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In order to develop this integrated playground, Hoover PTA hired Mr, Steven Ford, a
local landscape architect, to design a formal, multi -phased playground.. We received a $5,000
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG).lost year, which is being used to construct Phase I
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of our design, a concrete walkway down the hill. Also included in Phase I are a handicapped
accessible hillside slide and swings financed by'initial donations from communityagencies and
the Hoover PTA. We are now ready to begin Phase II of our plan which includes a large, raised
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sandbox area with a cutaway edge to allow accessibility from wheelchairs, as well as a double
Stair/slide area to provide an alternate accessible route to the
sandbox. In addition, we will
continue the walkway to make the entire playground area handicapped accessibie. Future phases
of this project include a more physically challenging climbing structure, expanding hardtop.
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play surfaces, and updating safety features of the entire playground.
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We are very excited about providing such a playground for our community and ask you to
join us in this endeavor. We are seeking a $7,800 CDBG for Phase 11 of this1
p ayground project
and are requesting matching funds from the Hoover PTA and community organizations and
businesses. We are hoping you will be able to generously support this community protect. We
would be willing to meet with you to answer any questions and review Mr, Ford's detailed plans
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this integrated andaccessible playground.
Thank you for your consideration. A member of our1
D eyground committee will be
contacting you in the near future,
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900.00900.00 onmuni y support an
other Contracted Services
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3,037.50** 2,362.50 Community support and
contra cted Improvements
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500.00
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Materials
Double stair/slide area
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(timber, pre -formed metal, hardware)
$ 1,286.04
-Raised Sandbox area
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1,925.00
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To: The Committee on Community Needs j
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Re: Future Phase for Integrated and Acce�ble Playground For All Children
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As the work on Phase I of our playground project nears completion, we
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phases of our
comprehensive playground plan.
When we presented our request to your committee for $7,800 for Phase II,
we were prepared to undertake raising the $5,200 matching funds to complete
this phase. To include the designated Future Phase of our plan in this
year's request, the estimated cost of which is $20,000, would really
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including the $20,000 for the Future Phase would be greatly appreciated,
however we do not have the local sources to.support this component. If
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Hoover School would have a first class facility to offer the Iowa City
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FUNDING REQUEST
1. Name of Applicant or Organization
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Contact Person
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Iowa City Parks & Recreation Dept.
Terry G. Trueblood, Director
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Name of Project Recreation Center:
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Address of Applicant
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Photo Darkroom—Accessibility
5. Telephone Number of Applicant
220 S. Gilbert Street
Iowa City, IA 52240
or Contact Person
rP 356-5110
Location Of Proposed Project
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I1 From Jan:. 1990 To: Sept. 1990
Robert A.. Lee Community Recreation Center
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Iowa Cit -IA 52240
.Target Group(s). Affected.,
I+ People'Directly
,by.Project* ,-�People with physical
Benefited by Project' 1,040
disabilities of elementary school age to
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or a of Total: 10%
0. Does Pro�Have Support of People and Other Groups or'Organizations Affected by
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Projects YES NO
' .Explain type and level of support. A number of
involved with disabled
public agencies and organizations that are.
persons' needs & the arts support this project. Verbal support has
been expressed, and letters have been received in_1987-& 1988 from the Iowa City/Johnson
County Arts Council and the Greater Iowa City Area
Chamber of Commerce Arts Committee. New
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oiutt of Other Funds
Requested. for this Project.:
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$4,740
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Asked -to Contribute. to or Fund Project:
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14. Why -is this '.Project Needed?
The Photo Darkroom is currently not accessible to the handicapped population of Iowa
City. Construction must be done and some equipment acquired to ensure participation
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{ t t tes to these recreational activities. At this time there are
no known darkroom facilities accessible to Iowa City citizens with disabilities.
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15. List Goal(s) of Project:
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To make the Photo Darkroom accessible to persons with h ' 1 d' bil'
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ln. General Description of Activities:
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-Explain lain how
::. p .goals, will be -accomplished. Include time schedule, amount of volunteer,
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January 1990 - February 1990: Formation of Advisory "Committee
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I To make the Photo Darkroom' accessible we will contract services to design and
construct the renovation ofdoorways, counters, sinks;'shelving and electrical
...wiring.,,,Recreation.Division.'staff,will recruit. community members to form a
woI' tees'advisory committee":to ensure ,input from persons with disabilities.The
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Parks Division has"agreedtto'cooperate by providing preparation,of the work site,;.,
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moving and:'storingiof equipment; minor'construction;' and some painting:" It may
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17. Will Project Be Continued After Community Development Block Grant Funding?YES NO
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The benefits of this project will be permanent and on-going. .Individuals with
disabilities will use the facilities by taking classes and participating in drop-in
use during their leisure time.
Continuing maintenance and general upkeep will be funded through the Iowa City
Recreation Division's operating budget. No additional funds will be required.
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Equipment/Supplies
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Source of Other Funds
Equipment/Supplies
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Totals
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To effectively administer the CDBG Rental Rehabilitation and Section 312 Housing Rehabili-
P` '. tation programs pursuant to federal regulations, state and local laws and ordinances, local
s, )y policies, and local community development objectives.
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11. 'Amount of.CDBG Funds - - 12.' Amount of Other. Funds
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$110,000.00 NA
(List Sources in Budget Breakdown Section)
13. List Other Groups and Organizations Which Were Asked to Contribute to or. Fund Project:..
NA
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Applicant
Name of or Organization's
-2. -Contact Person
City of Iowa City
Marianne Milkman
3. Name of'Project
4. Address of Applicant
General -Program Administration
Civic Center
S. Telephone Number of Applicant
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Iowa City, Iowa 52240
or Contact Person
356-5244 ,,
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6: Time Period of Proposed Project
7. Location of Proposed Project
From: 1/90 To: 12/90
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9. Target Group(S) Affected
People, Directly
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Approximate # or Sof Total:,:., NA
0. Does Project Have Support of People and Other Groups. or, Organizations Affected by
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To effectively administer the CDBG Rental Rehabilitation and Section 312 Housing Rehabili-
P` '. tation programs pursuant to federal regulations, state and local laws and ordinances, local
s, )y policies, and local community development objectives.
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11. 'Amount of.CDBG Funds - - 12.' Amount of Other. Funds
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$110,000.00 NA
(List Sources in Budget Breakdown Section)
13. List Other Groups and Organizations Which Were Asked to Contribute to or. Fund Project:..
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Associate Planner kWm!-,Nugent
Associate Planner (35%) Hale
Compared to 1989 budget, the following changes have been made:
_ _ ' Housing 20Voi"Associate' Planner., Nugent, s; time is allocated ocA ed t o Rehabilitation;
30%, of her time.Js allocated to Planning, previously. thl s figure was. 0.�
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Explain how goals will be accomplished. Include time schedule, amount of volunteer
or staff time needed, and other pertinent data about the activities. Indicate if
the Project will require the cooperation of other. City departments and, if so,
whether they have been contacted.
This project involves the overall management and coordination of all CDBG-funded
projects and activities as well as the Rental Rehabilitation and Section 312,Housing
Rehabilitation Programs.. Specific activities include:
- Meeting citizen participation requirements.
- Preparing annual program statements, grantee performance reports and
other. periodic monitoring reports.
Developing project plans, contracts, other documents.
Preparing environmental assessments.
Monitoring projectimplementation and budget expenditures:
The following staff members are to be funded:
Director of Planning and Program Development (20%)
secretary (25%)
:CDBG Program Coordinator,(90% 1)
Associate Planner kWm!-,Nugent
Associate Planner (35%) Hale
Compared to 1989 budget, the following changes have been made:
_ _ ' Housing 20Voi"Associate' Planner., Nugent, s; time is allocated ocA ed t o Rehabilitation;
30%, of her time.Js allocated to Planning, previously. thl s figure was. 0.�
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propose to use? . 'tE5
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Source of Other Funds
[art
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$19,000.00
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Personnel Expenses
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$110,000.00
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Name of Applicant or Organization
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Approximate # or hof Total: NA I
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Project? YES NO
Explain. type .and. level of support.
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Amount of CDBG Funds
12. Amount of Other Funds
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Available For Proposed. Project:
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List Other Groups and Organizations Which Were Asked to Contribute to or Fund Project:
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Why is- this Project Needed?
This funding is needed to gather basic data
on housing needs in order to plan effectively
for Iowa City's low and moderate income households.
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to gather data on the housing needs and the
availability for targeted populations. The
remainder of the funding will be used to continue
research on housing affordability program
for low-income home buyers and renters. A proposal
for an assistance porgram will be
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To provide increased housing opportunities for the City's low -moderate income residents.
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..FUNDING REQUEST I
1.
Name of Applicant or Organization
2. Contact Person .
City of Iowa City
Mar .Nugent
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Name of Project
4. Address of. Applicant
planning .and Program Development
Civic Center
- Iowa City, Iowa 52240.
S. `'Telephone'Number`o£:Applicant
or Contact Person
356-5248
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Time Period of Proposed Project
7. Location of Proposed Project
From: 1/90 To: 12/90
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Estimated No. of
9. Target Group(s) Affected
People Directly -.
by. Project:
Benefited by Project
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Approximate # or hof Total: NA I
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.Does Project Have Support of People and Other Groups or Organizations Affected by
Project? YES NO
Explain. type .and. level of support.
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Amount of CDBG Funds
12. Amount of Other Funds
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Available For Proposed. Project:
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$18,300.00
(List Sources in Budget Breakdown Section)
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List Other Groups and Organizations Which Were Asked to Contribute to or Fund Project:
NA
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Why is- this Project Needed?
This funding is needed to gather basic data
on housing needs in order to plan effectively
for Iowa City's low and moderate income households.
A portion of the funding will be used
to gather data on the housing needs and the
availability for targeted populations. The
remainder of the funding will be used to continue
research on housing affordability program
for low-income home buyers and renters. A proposal
for an assistance porgram will be
developed.
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'List Goal(s) of Projects
To provide increased housing opportunities for the City's low -moderate income residents.
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Z, ! City of Iowa City Phyllis Kilpatrick
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cant Sh410 E. Washington
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)tPp 319 356-5128 Iowa City, Iowa. 52240
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G �( From: 1-90 TO: 12-90 N.A.
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People Directly (5) Minority/Women by Project: "
Benefited by Project Business Enter- Small businesses with low to moderate
-.(20) Small Businesses prises (W/MBE) A5'A%imate # or a of Total: 100%
[DE0Does Project Have Support of People and Other Groups or Organizations Affected by
Project? .YES N0Explain type and level of support. Human Rights Commission - endorsement
City Purchasing Dept. - endorsement
N.A.A.C.P. - recruiting '
-TSB Prooram Master Builders of Iowa — endorsement and recruiting
' 11. Amount of CDBG Funds 12.Amount of -Other Funds
Requested for this Project: $3,000.00 Available For Proposed Project:'
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13. List Other Groups and Organizations Which Were Asked to Cc tribute to or Fund Project:
ILMI N.A.A.C.P, in-kind; Small Business Development Center, in-kind; Master Builders of Iowa,
in-kind; DED, TSB Program. i
L14. Why is this Project Needed?
a. To help meet requirements of H.U.D. and other federal agencies.
b. To use Women Business Enterprises and Minority Business Enterprises and other small j
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c. To .assist small businesses to gain experience and the capacity to bid on various
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1. To expand business opportunities for W/MBEs and other small businesses.
2. To establish more women and minority business enterprise involvement with city projects.
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Preparation of guidelines for assistance.
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small business. 'Such assistance to be provided by City Staff
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Assistance with courses,
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Equipment/Supplies
200.00
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mprovement of North side of St. Clements
1124 St. Clements Alley
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335-7419 (work) 338-8809 (home)
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North side of St: Clements Alley,
From: 3/90 To: 7/ 90
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families.
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0. Does Project Have Support of People andOther Groups or Organizations Affected by
Project? YE NO.
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1. Amount of CDBG Funds
12. Amount of Other Funds
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Available For Proposed Project:
$46,893.00 dollars
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13. List Other Groups and Organizations Which Were Asked to Contribute to or Fund Project.
NONE
14... Why is this Project Needed? St. Clements Alley needs to be paved, widened,.
and gutters, curbs, and storm sewers need to be constructed because the run
off after storms iseroding the properties on both sides of the street.
This is causing damage to the foundations of the properties on the east
side especially. But the water management system which is currently in place
is totally inedequate and needs to be replaced. It is a drainage ditch which
is constantly plugged and never maintained. It is quite primitive and it does
little to help the water problem. Also the street is extremely narrow(22ft.,)
There is no legal parking on the street because it is so narrow but there is
not always adequate residential parking so at times people are forced to park
illegally in the street. The street needs to be widened to allow street,parki
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15. List Goal(s) of Project: The goals of the project are to widen the street to
26 feet and to pave the street: and add curbs, gutters, and astorm sewer so
that water can be appropriately managed and directed away from those structur
which it is currently damaging. The six foot width increase could be done
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St. Clements Alley Improvement Committee
Paul Kavanaugh
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mprovement of North side of St. Clements
1124 St. Clements Alley
Iowa City, Iowa 52245
5. Telephone Number of Applicant
or Contact Person
335-7419 (work) 338-8809 (home)
G. Time Period of Proposed Project
7. Location of Proposed Project
North side of St: Clements Alley,
From: 3/90 To: 7/ 90
8. Estimated No, of
9. Target Group(s) Affected
People Directly
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Low and moderate incom
Benefited by Project
families.
Forty three (43)
Approximate # or a ofTotal: -75%
0. Does Project Have Support of People andOther Groups or Organizations Affected by
Project? YE NO.
--Explain type and level of support: - -
(see attached letter of support)
1. Amount of CDBG Funds
12. Amount of Other Funds
' Requested for this Project:
Available For Proposed Project:
$46,893.00 dollars
NONE
(List Sources in Budget Breakdown Section)
13. List Other Groups and Organizations Which Were Asked to Contribute to or Fund Project.
NONE
14... Why is this Project Needed? St. Clements Alley needs to be paved, widened,.
and gutters, curbs, and storm sewers need to be constructed because the run
off after storms iseroding the properties on both sides of the street.
This is causing damage to the foundations of the properties on the east
side especially. But the water management system which is currently in place
is totally inedequate and needs to be replaced. It is a drainage ditch which
is constantly plugged and never maintained. It is quite primitive and it does
little to help the water problem. Also the street is extremely narrow(22ft.,)
There is no legal parking on the street because it is so narrow but there is
not always adequate residential parking so at times people are forced to park
illegally in the street. The street needs to be widened to allow street,parki
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15. List Goal(s) of Project: The goals of the project are to widen the street to
26 feet and to pave the street: and add curbs, gutters, and astorm sewer so
that water can be appropriately managed and directed away from those structur
which it is currently damaging. The six foot width increase could be done
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DATE: July 11, 1989
RE: St. Clements Alley Improvements Cost Estimates
South Portion
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Address
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Value
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338-2653
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Kenneth Parrott
351-0811
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337-5067
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338-6716
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$45,730
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351-5583
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337-5901
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351-1847
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351-4129
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Curb Ramp. Installation Project 410 East Washington St-.
5. Telephone Number of Applicant _.IOwa City, Iowa 52240 .
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6. Time Period of Proposed Project 7. Location.of Proposed Project
From: 4/90 To: 10/90 Scattered Sites, City of Iowa City
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People Directly by Project: Elderly persons and persons
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1,040 Approximate A or % of Total: 100
0. Does Project Have Support of People and Other Groups or Organizations Affected by
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Johnson County Citizens for the Handicapped
Iowa City Public Works Department
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12. Amount of Other Funds
Requested for this Project:
Available For Proposed Project:
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makes it difficult for individuals with physical disabilities to gain access to many of
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Committee has identified
a network of curb ramp sites to increase accessibility to parks'
and shopping, facilities, and 65
curb ramps have been constructed. The Public Works 'Depart
ment has; also, contributed to the project by repairing deteriorated '
some sidewalks and
street areas that have been identified by the Curb Ramp Committee.
During the Summer of 1989, a Curb Ramp Survey was conducted by a planning intern. (A draft
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Date: September 13, 1989
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Application
The curb ramps completed this summer using $7,000 in 1989 CDBG funds were:
1. Northwest corner of Prairie du Chien and North Dodge Street (sidewalk
only).
2. Northeast corner of Prairie du Chien and North Dodge Street.
3. Southeast corner of College Street and Linn Street.
4. Northeast corner of Bradford Street and William Street.
5. Northwest corner of BradfordStreet and William Street.
6. Southeast corner of Bloomington Street and Lucas Street.
7. Southwest corner of Bloomington Street and Governor Street.
8. Southeast corner of Bloomington Street and Union Place.
9. Southwest corner of Bloomington Street and Elizabeth Street.
10. Southeast corner of Bloomington Street and Elizabeth Street.
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11. Northwest corner of Prentiss Street and Dubuque Street.
(The underline under the street names above indicates the' street on which"the'
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would be no more time -involved than a project of half the cast (or less).
3. The Public Works Department of Iowa City suggested that the
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cost per curb ramp decreases as the volume of work increases.. It was also
suggested that if the volume of work was substantial enough,.the Depart-:
menta could consider. hiring extraworkers for the summer to Install such
ramps thus ,making it, more economical:
Please feel free to discuss this matter further at the September CCN meeting. I
would be glad to answer any questions your may have.
cc: Marianne Milkman, CDBG Program Coordinator
Chuck Schmadeke, Public Works Director
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REPORT ON SUMMER 1989 CURB RAMP SURVEY
During May -June 1989, a curb ramp survey of the "403 Area" was conducted at the request
of the Curb Ramp Committee of the Committee on Community Needs. The "403 Area" is that
area of Iowa City eligible for Community Development Block Grant funds because of its
predominant low/moderate income population and its older neighborhoods. The purpose of
the survey was to determine the location of existing curb ramps and their condition and to
locate any deficient sidewalks. The Committee plans on using the results of the survey to plan
for future Curb Ramp Installation Projects funded annually through the CDBG Program in order
to build a more accessible city for its citizens.
t ACTUAL SURVEY
There were three options on how to survey the area. The first option, to survey the area by
foot, was determined to be time Inefficient. The second option, to survey the area by car, was
ruled out as this method would not provide an adequate view of some of the curb ramps
surveyed. Also, It would be difficult from a car to view the sidewalks and determine their
condition. The third option, and the one chosen,.was to survey the area by bicycle. This
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In surveying the area a plannin Intern me d h = -
, g ppe w ere curb ramps were not located and also
mapped the location and condition of existing curb ramps.,, Existing curb ramps were Inspected
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raised), and general condition. ;The sidewalks were examined for the same basic character-
istics. Guidelines followed to evaluate the condition of the sidewalks are those used by the
Iowa City. Department of Public Works.
Having surveyed the "403 Area", the information was then mapped. It was decided to initially
map where curb ramps are not located, rather than to map existing ramps. This method
provides a means of evaluating where construction of new curb ramps is necessary, particularly
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In planning for creating accessible "routes" throughout the area. Later, a map of where curb
ramps are located could be completed. This map could then be printed and distributed to
those. interested in knowing passable routes for wheelchair-bound individuals in Iowa City.
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SURVEY. DIFFICULTIES
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that all ramps were evaluated equally, especially when dealing with proper slope and the angle
of the slope, Using only eyes for a tool of measurement, it was difficult at times to determine
whether the curb ramp had an adequate' slope.' However, this survey lists ramps In need of "
major slope Improvements.
Riding the bike did not allow a greatrdeal of concentration on evaluating the condition of
sidewalks.. Therefore, this survey does not claim to be a complete evaluation of the condition
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of the sidewalks, but hopefully a notation of all "major" deficiencies.
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The following Is a list of classifications used to describe the presence or the condition of
existing curb ramps and sidewalks.
• No Curb Ramo - notes that a curb ramp Is missing on one side of the corner of the
intersection.
' No Curb Ramo with No Sidewalk - curb ramp is missing on one side of the corner of
the intersection, and there are no sidewalks from any direction leading up to where a
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potentially prevent a wheel chair from passing that point
4 Sunken Sidewalk/Small
Segment of Sidewalk Missino - a dip in sidewalk or a section
of sidewalk smaller than 4' x 8' which could potentially prevent a wheel chair from
passing that point in the sidewalk.,,
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a block which prevents a wheel chair from passing that point.
GENERAL FINDINGS
As demonstrated by the map, of the curb ramp survey, there exists a. definite need for
additional curb ramps With the exception of a couple of missing ramps and some minor
improvements, the Central Business District is well'served byi existing curb ramps.? The
residential areas immediately surrounding the CBD have an inadequate, curb ramp structure.
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between Court Street anis the Iowa Interstate Railway and 1st Avenue and 7th Avenue): Since
there are no sidewalks leading up to these corners,' it would be of no value to build curb
Vamps on these corners. i
Due to the fact that a great number of curb ramps are needed, particularly in residential areas,
It is recommended that the Curb Ramp Committee prioritize areas it hopes to make accessible
and develops routes to connect these areas.
CURB RAMP SURVEY
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Myelection to the Board of Directors of the Iowa City Community School
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District has lid; myself and the.diatrict to review our respective duties with
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regard to the Iowa CityParksandRecreationCommission. Inorder to most
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I be appointed to serve the School Board position.
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and look"forward to continuing. to. completethe important pending schedule of -
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CRAIG N. WILLIS 319-357.5521
NANCY B. WILLIS
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Ladies and Gentlemen:
My election to the Board of Directors of the Iowa City. Community School
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NOTICE
THE CITY COUNCIL OF IOWA CITY IS CONSIDERING AN
N APPOINTMENT TO THE FOLLOWING COMMISSION:
SENIOR CENTER COMMISSION
One vacancy - Unexpired term
November 14, 1969 - December 31, 1991
- The duties of members of the Senior Center Commission
are to:
1. Serve In an advisory role to the City Council with regard
to needs of the Senior Center,
2 Make recommendations with regard to policies and pro. -
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3. Join staff, and other Interested persons in seeking ado-
`quate
. financial resources for operation of the Senior
Comer.
4. Encourage hull participation by senior citizens In the pro-
grams of the Senior Center,
S. Ensure that the Senior Cerner Is effectively integrated Into
the community and cooperates with organizations with
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common goals In meeting the needs of senior citizens.:
_ 6. Serve In an advocacy role with regard to the needs of
senior citizens In Iowa City. >
Iowa City appointed members of boards and commissions
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This appointment will be made at the November 14, 1969,
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meeting of the Cly Council at 7:30 p.m. In the Council Cham-
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should contact the Cly Clerk at the Civic Center, 410 E. -
Washington Street Application forms are available from the
Clerk's office upon request
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ADVISORY BOARD/COMMISSION APPLICATION FORM
Individuals serving on Boards/Commissions play an important role in advising the
Council on matters of interest to our community and its future. Applicants must reside
in Iowa City.
The City Council announced Advisory Board/Commission vacancies 90 days prior to the
date the appointment will be made. This period provides for a 30 -day advertising period
and a 60 -day training period for new members. The training period allows new members to
become familiar with the responsibilities and duties of the advisory board/commission
before becoming a full voting member.
After a vacancy has been announced and the 30 -day advertising period has expired, the
Council reviews all applications during the informal work session. The appointment is
announced at the next formal Council meeting. Appointees serve as unpaid volunteers.
Council prefers that all applications must be submitted to the City Clerk no later
than one week prior to the announced appointment dates. PLEASE USE A BLACK INK PEN.
THIS APPLICATION IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT AND AS SUCH CAN BE REPRODUCED AND DISTRIBUTED FOR
THE PUBLIC. THIS APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR 3 MONTHS ONLY AND AUTOMATICALLY
CONSIDERED FOR ANY VACANCY DURING THAT TIME.
AOVISO Y QARO/ 0�q4ISS/I�/ON NAME T� TERM i/ I /z/
NAME jnco7j f , /',�YrPr HOME ADDRESS / 9/
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Is your home address lis ed above)' within the corporate limi ofloC ity? e s
OCCUPATION S jc r r EMPLOYER - ,Q
`PHONE NUMBER: HOMER(y-3E{ ljq BUSINESS A /gj_35-�_ COD e2
EXPERIENCE ANO/OR ACTIVITIES WHICH YOU FEEL QUALIFY OU FOR T`H/IS POSITION:Pea rs— --
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WHAT IS YOUR PRESENT KNOWLEDGE OF THIS ADVISORY BOARD? e�
WHAT CONTRIBUTIONS D0 YOU.FEEL YOU CAN MAKE TO THIS ADVISORY 7ARO OR STATE REASON FOR
APPLYING) •/ , sc jet Qrd 6c �Se�s /
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Specific attention should be directed to possible conflict of interest as`
defined in
Chapters 362.6, 403A.22 of the Code of Iowa. Should you be uncertain whether or not a
potential conflict of interest' exists, contact the Legal Department. Will you have a
conflict of interest?, _YES _:�,<_N0
If you are not selected, do you want to be notified? _YES NO
Do you currently serve on another.Iowa City Board or Conmission? j6—
it has been Council policy not to permit an individual to serve on t L oars or o E is
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ADVISORY BOARD/COMMISSION APPLICATION FORM
Individuals serving on Boards/Commissions play an important role in advising the
Council on matters of interest to our community and its future. Applicants must reside
in Iowa City.
The City Council announced Advisory Board/Commission vacancies 90 days prior to the
date the appointment will be made. This period provides for a 30 -day advertising period
and a 60 -day training period for new members. The training period allows new members to
become familiar with the responsibilities and duties of the advisory board/commission
before becoming a full voting member.
After a vacancy has been announced and the 30 -day advertising period has expired, the
Council reviews all applications during the informal work session. The appointment is
announced at the next formal Council meeting. Appointees serve as unpaid volunteers.
Council prefers that all applications must be submittedto the City Clerk no later
than one week prior to the announced appointment dates. PLEASE USE A BLACK INK PEN.
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THIS APPLICATION IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT AND AS SUCH CAN BE REPRODUCED AND DISTRIBUTED FOR
THE PUBLIC. THIS APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR 3 MONTHS ONLY AND AUTOMATICALLY !
CONSIDERED FOR ANY VACANCY DURING THAT TIME.
ADVISORY BOARD/COMMISSION NAME czvl-�i^�L TERM 5- "r4s f
NAMq,� 4 Al R qLhegAfts Tw HOME ADDRESS /ISO F,✓�F6ePSo d i jj
Is your homeaddress(listed abo e) within the corporate limits of Iowa City?c_QL I
OCCUPATION OR o EMPLOYER $e/F
PHONE NUMBER: HOME 31 ,?3 �,� �7 BUSINESS 31 y 33!2 2
EXPERj ENCE��,AND/OR ACTIVITIES WHICH YOU FEEL QUALIFY YOU FOR THIS POSITION:
WHAT IS YOUR PRESENT KNOWLEDGE OF THIS ADVISORY BOARD?
WHAT CONTRIBUTIONS(90 YOU FEEL YOU CAN MAKE TO JHIS ADVISORY BOARD (OR STATE REASON FOR
APPLYING)? r—
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Spe fic attent n should be directed to possible conflict of interest as defined in
Chapters 362.6, 403A.22 of the Code of Iowa. Should you be uncertain whether or not a
potential conflict of interest exi;ts, contact the Legal Department. Will you have a
conflict of interest? YES J NO )
If you are not selected, do you want to be notified? YES NO
Do you currently serve on another I VT Sion? _YES N0
It has been Council policy not to I an in ivi ua serve on two Boards or Commis-
sions at the same time.
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City Council of Iowa City, Iowa, met in regular
session,
in the Civic Center Iowa City, Iowa, at 7:30
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P.M., on the above date. There were present Mayor
McDonald in the chair, and the following named Council
Members:
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Kubby, Larson, McDonald.
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given.
Courtney, Horowitz, Kubby.
NAYS: None.
Whereupon, the Mayor declared the resolution duly adopted as
follows:
OF IOWA CITY, IOWA:
H89-265
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE REDEMPTION OF OUTSTANDING.
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NOTICE BE GIVEN OF. THE SAME
in the principal amount of $40,000; be and the same are hereby
WHEREAS, the City of Iowa City, Iowa, did by resolution dated
October 6, 1981, authorize the issuance of.$370,O0Oof Public
_ Improvement Bonds; Series 1981 of the City of Iowa City, Iowa,
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said Bonds being dated August 1, 1981, in the denomination of
$5;OOO each, and numbered 1 to 74, inclusive; and
such redemption be given not less than ten (10) days prior to the
WHEREAS, the Series 1981 Bonds are redeemable in numerical
order of their numbering on December 1, 1981 or any interest
payment date thereafter upon giving published notice in a
newspaper of general circulation in Iowa City, Iowa, at least once
not less than ten (10) days prior to the redemption date;and
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WHEREAS, it is deemed necessary and advisable that all of the
Series 1981 Bonds be so redeemed and notice of redemption be j
given.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY,
OF IOWA CITY, IOWA:
`SAI"t Section. 1. That outstanding Public Improvement Bands, Series
1981, of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, dated August 1, 1981,
numbered 67 to 74, inclusive, in the denomination of $5,000 each,
in the principal amount of $40,000; be and the same are hereby
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The Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause notice of
such redemption be given not less than ten (10) days prior to the
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directed to cause to be deposited in a separate fund sum
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Section 3. That the form of such notice be substantially as
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NOTICE OF REDEMP77ON OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT
BONDS, SERIES 1961, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA,
DATED AUGUST 1, 1961.
TO THE HOLDERS OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 1981, OF .THE CITY OF 1
IOWA CITY, IOWA: III i
You are hereby notified that the City of lows CRY, Iowa, -
has set December 1, 1989 as the date for the redemption of
all outstanding Publlc Improvement Bonds, Sodas. 1981, of
said City, dated August 1, 1981, as provided In the res
dution
authorWng the issuance of said bonds dated October 6, 1981.
The bonds are numbered 67 through 74, Inclusive, mature on
December 1, 1990, and are in the denomination of $5,000
each. Said bonds should be presented to the, City Treasurer
of the City of Iowa City Iowa, on or before December 1, 1989.
All Interest will be discontinued from and after such redemption I
BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
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NOTICE OF REDEMP77ON OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT
BONDS, SERIES 1961, OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA,
DATED AUGUST 1, 1961.
TO THE HOLDERS OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 1981, OF .THE CITY OF 1
IOWA CITY, IOWA: III i
You are hereby notified that the City of lows CRY, Iowa, -
has set December 1, 1989 as the date for the redemption of
all outstanding Publlc Improvement Bonds, Sodas. 1981, of
said City, dated August 1, 1981, as provided In the res
dution
authorWng the issuance of said bonds dated October 6, 1981.
The bonds are numbered 67 through 74, Inclusive, mature on
December 1, 1990, and are in the denomination of $5,000
each. Said bonds should be presented to the, City Treasurer
of the City of Iowa City Iowa, on or before December 1, 1989.
All Interest will be discontinued from and after such redemption I
BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
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of the public present in attendance; I further certify that the
individuals named therein were on the date thereof duly and
lawfully possessed of their respective city offices as indicated
therein, that no Council vacancy existed except as may be stated'
in said proceedings, and that no controversy or litigation is
pending, prayed or threatened involving the incorporation,
organization, existence or boundaries of the City or the right of
the individuals named therein as officers to their respective
positions.
WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Municipality hereto
affixed this 14th day of November , 1989.
Cit, pc Clerk, Iowa City, Iowa
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certify that attached is a true and complete copy of the portion
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of the corporate records of said Municipality showing proceedings
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of the Council, and the same is a true and complete copy of the
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action taken by said council with respect to said matter at the
meeting held on the date indicated in the attachment, which
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proceedings remain in full force and effect, and have not been
amended or rescinded in any way; that meeting and all action
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thereat was duly and publicly held in accordance with a notice of
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meeting and tentative agenda, a copy of which was timely served on
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each member of the Council and posted on a bulletin board or other
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prominent place easily accessible to the public and clearly
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designated for that purpose at the principal office of the Council
(a copy of the face sheet of said agenda being attached hereto)
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pursuant to the local rules of the Council and the provisions of
Chapter 21, Code of Iowa, upon reasonable advance notice to the
public and media at least twenty-four hours prior to the com-
mencement of the meeting as required by said law and with members
of the public present in attendance; I further certify that the
individuals named therein were on the date thereof duly and
lawfully possessed of their respective city offices as indicated
therein, that no Council vacancy existed except as may be stated'
in said proceedings, and that no controversy or litigation is
pending, prayed or threatened involving the incorporation,
organization, existence or boundaries of the City or the right of
the individuals named therein as officers to their respective
positions.
WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Municipality hereto
affixed this 14th day of November , 1989.
Cit, pc Clerk, Iowa City, Iowa
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Mr. Austin Turner, Chairperson CITY OF IOWA CITY
Iowa DOT Commission
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Re: Iowa DOT RISE Program
Dear Mr. Turner:
The purpose of this letter is to express, my concern over the comments of Craig Marvick, Iowa DOT
Transportation Planner,
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as reported in the October 18 edition of the Cedar Rapids Gazette: It was reported
that Mr. Marvick stated to the Commission that the RISE has
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program peaked out, out -lived its usefulness,
and that the quality'of RISE -funded projects has slipped.'
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projects which may be nothing more than effort to access funds for a road improvement under the facade
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of an economic development project. However, I urge you in your evaluation of this program to
consider the
many excellent projects State-wide which have been completed due to the infusion of RISE funds.
Here in Iowa City, we have two outstanding examples. The Scott Boulevard/Local Road RISE project has
resulted in the siting of a new can manufacturing plant in southeast Iowa City. The Highway 1 North RISE
project was instrumental in plans by the NCS Corporation to expand their existing operation. These two
examples will be creating hundreds of high quality, high paying jobs in our community. In both cases the
infusion of RISE funds was essential to the location decisions made by these firms.
We intend to continue our aggressive approach in attracting high quality Industry to Iowa City. it is our hope
that the RISE program will continue to be an Important tool to assist us in our efforts.
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DATE e October 24, 1989
A City -initiated application to rezone property located at 1102 Hollywood
Boulevard from RS -12 to RM -44.
An application submitted by Plum Grove Acres, Inc., for preliminary plat
approval of Court Hill -Scott Boulevard, Part 9, a 40 -lot residential and
commercial subdivision in east Iowa City.
An a lication submitted b OaL, r
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approval of Idyllwild Subdivision, a 20.8 acre, 64 -lot single-family
residential subdivision located south of Foster Road, west of North
Du6uque, Street,north of Taft Speedway and east of, Cal ibri a Court.
An application submitted by Mercy Hospital for approval of a preliminary
and final Large Scale Non -Residential Development (LSNRD) plan for an
8,107 square foot addition to the hospital.
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RE: An Evaluation of the Engineer's Estimate on
Construction Projects
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The City over the past several years has bid out for construction
predict since contractors are typically secretive with regard to
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+/- $50,000,000 of Capital Improvements Projects. The attached
p: sheet details the 19 largest projects, the engineer's estimate and
F, the low and high bid.
A "good" estimate should be slightly below the average of the bids
received. A major concern to an estimator is that the estimate
not be too high. This may cause a bidder to question its
assessment of the complexity of the project or question if all
pertinent information has been provided in the specifications and -!' f
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influence the bidder to adjust its bid upward.
The total estimated cost of the 19 projects listed is $53,255,298. ! 1'
The total of all the low bids is $48,120,461 or 90% of the
engineer's estimate. In other words, the estimates were 10% over I ?,
the actual low bids.
If the wastewater facility improvements are eliminated from the
calculations since they are such a large portion of the total
cost; there are 15 projects to consider. These 15 projects were �•.
estimated to cost $13,701,301. The sum of the actual low bids was
$12,874,876 or 6% under the engineer's estimate. This is an
acceptable difference. Also, in only 3 of the 19 projects was the
engineer's estimate above all bids.
The 'greatest discrepancy appears to be with building and trade
industry work; and the City has had great difficulty preparing
estimates for its building projects. This could be the result of
several factors. 1) Building contractors work in both the public 1
and private sector. Selective bidding is common practice in ,the
private sector and the private sector is less regulated. 2) The
City has difficulty, estimating the cost of labor stoppages since
it is.a rare occurrence on city projects, yet this must be
factored in as a 'cost by building contractors. 3) Negotiated
discounts to the contractor for materials - and equipment are
difficult to predict. 4) Remodeling and additions to existing a
buildings are very difficult projects for a contractor to bid,
since there are usually many unknown conditions. The contractor i
must include a cost for delays and down time. 5) Very few
contractors will bid remodelling projects if other work is
available, thus reducing the competitive benefit of the bidding y
! process. Perhaps the single largest factor affecting all projects
is market conditions. Market conditions are very difficult to
predict since contractors are typically secretive with regard to
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time of the bid submittal.
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reasonable cost to construct a project. A low bid which is
substantially below or above the engineer's estimate does not mean
that the .engineer's reasonable cost is in error. Many a.
'contractor has gone broke underbidding projects, and many projects
are constructed out of necessity when market conditions are not
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LOW BID
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Sludge Forca Neln
*1,540,000.00
-1,139,280.35
73.69%
-2,005,200.21
FINAL COST
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SH.Interceptor
$600,000.00
510,180,000,00'
$428,080.25
71.34%
$888,019.49
130.21%
148.00%
51,144,864,13
$434,985.31
74.34%
Soutlo loot A
58,448,265.82
83.15%
$10,204,578.20
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Plant Upgrade
$27,254,000.00
$25,236,000.00
92.60%
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Burlington St. Bridge
.$2,262,535.58
E2, 134,173.18
94.33%
.$20,148,000.00
$2,377,311.68
103.28X
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Iora: Avenue Bridge
$1,040,733.00
$1,268,752.00
$857,673.50
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82.90%
$1,109,880.70
105.07%
114.33%
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101,89%
$1,780,637.00
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$1,385,248.97
'107.78%
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EB85.420.35
51,033,200.90
$768,339,35
92.89%
$1,228,972.25
110.49%
$1,1BB,168.82
108.82%
..Highway 1 -Paving:
Keokuk /Hwy. 8 Paving
53,127,130.50
51,043,317.88,
77,97%
92, 74X
$893,858.40
$1;144,458.34
100.86%$868.808.84
88.17%
N. Dubuque Rd.:Paving
`$123,636.50
',5188,505.35
$104,984.95
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84,91%
79.52%
illi 399.90.
101.54%.
90.10%
U.C.
$113,730.09
91.99%
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FY 88 Asphalt overlay
$242,488.90
$202,489.98
83.60%
$197,155.35
'$222
104.59% '
$167,923.90
89.08%
Animal Control Feoilit
712.69
91.85%
$191,598.66
79.02%
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, $272,000.00'
5865,000.00
$295,592.00.
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5302,438,00
111.19%
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5977,298.00
52,997,600.00
112.98%
$877,208.00
112.98%
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$770,300.00
93.73%
110.04%
$3,311,244.00.
103.54%
$3,020,202.05
84.44%
Leachate Lift
5818,515.00
118.83X
5751,513.00
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$132,388.00
$184.400.00
$133,885.35
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confrontations among student athletes and we believe that
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October 24, 1989
Mr: Larry Wilson, Director
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Wallace Building
900 East Grand Avenue
Des Moines, Iowa 50319
CITY OF IOWA CITY
Dear Mr. Wilson: _
The City of Iowa City's Riverfront Commission has expressed Interest to the City Council in '
supporting legislation that would require an agricultural setback along our rivers and streams.
Their concern, as I am sure Is shared by many throughout the State of Iowa, is to minimize
If not avoid agricultural runoff Into a water supply Used by many cities throughout the State:
As you know,Iowa City utilizes the Iowa River as its: source of water and thereby we are
concerned about, as I am sure your staff also shares similar concerns, the water quality as it
Tay be affected,by agricultural chemicals and pesticides.
- Before the City Council is to take a formal position and advise our area state legislators
concerning this Issue, they have asked that I contact you and determine whether you have
done any formal reports or other information that would support such proposed legislation.
I would appreciate receiving any general information that you think would be helpful to the
Iowa City Council prior to their consideration of a legislative position concerning this issue.
Thank you.
Sincerely yours,
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
ITTy. IOWA 51100 • 131.1 1S•.5000 0 IAL 131.1 114.100•
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Ms. Cynthia V. Smith, President
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Iowa Memorial Union
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Iowa City, Iowa 52242
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The other day you wrote and expressed concerns
your about downtown. cleanup
and what your organization might do to assist in improving upon the appearance,
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of downtown and also to encourage more responsible citizenship. After further
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addressing this concern to the many student
groups with which your organization
has contact. The posting of signs and other types of advertising on transformers "
and other public or Iowa -Illinois facilities not only is an eyesore, but is prohibited
by0aiconcernthatdifficult
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aI am sure youhveobervedleavescrapofpaper and generally make the
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transformer or other public box
utility rather unattractive. We often receive
comments from merchants about promotional information tacked to trees on
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Plaza and generally distributed in an irresponsible fashion throughout the
downtown area. It would be appreciated when you communicate
your concerns to
the other groups that you represent„ please explain that these posters are not
only an unattractive
nuisance, but are contrary to local ordinances.
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Thanks again for your offers to help.
ITTy. IOWA 51100 • 131.1 1S•.5000 0 IAL 131.1 114.100•
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From: Officer Joel Myers
Subj: Officer Friendly Update 89-02
Date: 23 Oct 89
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Lwas at Robert Lucas School on Friday 20 Oct, to present the first
Officer Friendly visit to second graders. The topics were Halloween
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Safety, Stranger Danger and a review of personal safety tips.
These students were part of last year's pilot program and had good
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I spoke for approx. 30 minutes to four sections of second graders.
Each section had approx. 20 students. It was again well received. I
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do on.each trip.
Officer Friendly is scheduled to be at Hoover School this week on
Tuesday October 24th from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. I will be speaking to first
and second graders there. -I am also scheduled again at.Lucas Schoolon
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school last year) on Friday October 27th and Tuesday October 31st. As
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McGruff and Office r Friendly were at Grantwood School. on Tuesday
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students. The principal also indicated that he wanted the Officer
Friendly program and a letter will be sent explaining its structure.-
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Ms. Mary Neuhauser
914 Highwood
Iowa City, Iowa 52246
Dear Mary:
CITY OF IOWA CITY
Enclosed is a copy of our proposed yard waste policy. As you can see it is our Intent to fully
satisfy the state requirements with respect to separation and disposal of yard waste. We are
proceeding with a program that we believe will ultimately provide not only a quality compost
product but more than satisfy any state or federal regulations. Of particular concern is that we
are being required, based upon legislative mandates, to undertake a program without benefit
of state regulation. I recognize you may be surprised by such words as 'benefit of state
regulation', however, I am sure you can appreciate that we are proceeding with some trepida-
tion in spending approximately $500,000 to satisfy this particular state law. We had understood
some time ago that state regulations would be forthcoming in mid-September and were
Informed it may be many months before such regulations are forthcoming. We have attempted
to keep the DNR officials Involved, however we can receive no firm written commitments as to
whether our program might ultimately satisfy their regulations. I simply want to, bring this
matter to your attention so that you are aware of our Interest in fully satisfying the state law,
but also an expression of our frustration in proceeding without any state policy guidance.
Another additional concern is, upon review of House File 753, you will note that the measure-
ments utilized in determining whether a landfill operator is in compliance, with respect to its
landfill operations and obligations to reduce volumes by certain percentages at a date certain.
The law states that 3.5 lbs, of waste are generated per day per person. Assuming our County
population of 83,000 (Iowa City landfill serves all of Johnson County and part of Washington
County) we would have a base annual volume maximum of 52,800 tons. Our actual annual
tonnage at the landfill is 110,000 tons.. Reductions of this magnitude, let alone applying future
percentage reductions, may be practically impossible to meet. I believe use of this measure-
ment is an Inappropriate and overly broad means to determine whether a community has
conscientiously worked toward volume reduction. Other communities that provide landfills must
also share this concern. Regulations need to be undertaken to recognize the specific charac-
teristics of communities served by a particular landfill. A community's industrial base and other
factors which generate landfill waste would significantly affect volumes. Additionally, many of
the state and local development initiatives, such as encouraging new businesses and Industry,
would not be forthcoming in light of a policy that measures waste by such an arbitrary means.
New businesses and industries obviously generate waste and therefore contribute to increasing
tonnage. The law as it currently reads is overly restrictive and therefore I would encourage the
DNR and possibly even the legislature to review these types of mandates and allow for a
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Ms. Mary Neuhauser
914 Highwood
Iowa City, Iowa 52246
Dear Mary:
CITY OF IOWA CITY
Enclosed is a copy of our proposed yard waste policy. As you can see it is our Intent to fully
satisfy the state requirements with respect to separation and disposal of yard waste. We are
proceeding with a program that we believe will ultimately provide not only a quality compost
product but more than satisfy any state or federal regulations. Of particular concern is that we
are being required, based upon legislative mandates, to undertake a program without benefit
of state regulation. I recognize you may be surprised by such words as 'benefit of state
regulation', however, I am sure you can appreciate that we are proceeding with some trepida-
tion in spending approximately $500,000 to satisfy this particular state law. We had understood
some time ago that state regulations would be forthcoming in mid-September and were
Informed it may be many months before such regulations are forthcoming. We have attempted
to keep the DNR officials Involved, however we can receive no firm written commitments as to
whether our program might ultimately satisfy their regulations. I simply want to, bring this
matter to your attention so that you are aware of our Interest in fully satisfying the state law,
but also an expression of our frustration in proceeding without any state policy guidance.
Another additional concern is, upon review of House File 753, you will note that the measure-
ments utilized in determining whether a landfill operator is in compliance, with respect to its
landfill operations and obligations to reduce volumes by certain percentages at a date certain.
The law states that 3.5 lbs, of waste are generated per day per person. Assuming our County
population of 83,000 (Iowa City landfill serves all of Johnson County and part of Washington
County) we would have a base annual volume maximum of 52,800 tons. Our actual annual
tonnage at the landfill is 110,000 tons.. Reductions of this magnitude, let alone applying future
percentage reductions, may be practically impossible to meet. I believe use of this measure-
ment is an Inappropriate and overly broad means to determine whether a community has
conscientiously worked toward volume reduction. Other communities that provide landfills must
also share this concern. Regulations need to be undertaken to recognize the specific charac-
teristics of communities served by a particular landfill. A community's industrial base and other
factors which generate landfill waste would significantly affect volumes. Additionally, many of
the state and local development initiatives, such as encouraging new businesses and Industry,
would not be forthcoming in light of a policy that measures waste by such an arbitrary means.
New businesses and industries obviously generate waste and therefore contribute to increasing
tonnage. The law as it currently reads is overly restrictive and therefore I would encourage the
DNR and possibly even the legislature to review these types of mandates and allow for a
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meet such state law requirements would be tantamount to the City denying future use of the
landfill to other communities, so that we can meet the new volume reduction guidelines.
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number of landfills throughout the State. More realistic goals need to be established. Thank
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