HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-04-05 Council minutesInformal City Council Meeting
March 7, 1988
Informal Council l etin : March 7, 1988, at 7:00 p.m, in the Council
Chambers in the Civic Center. Mayor John McDonald presiding.
Council Present: McDonald, Ambrisco, Strait, Courtney, Oickson, Larson,
Horowitz (7:30).
Staff Present: Atkins, Helling, Karr, Timmins, Boothroy, Davidson,
Schmadeke, Eggers.
Tape-recording; Reel 88-17, Side 1, 184 -End, Side 2, 1 -End; Reel 88-19,
Side 1, 1 -End.
EXECUTIVE SESSION - PENDING LITIGATION: Reel 88-17, Side 1
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Strait, moved to adjourn to executive
session under Section 21.5C to discuss strategy with Council in matters
that are presently in litigation or where litigation is eminent where its
disclosure would be likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of
the governmental body in that litigation. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Horowitz absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Council adjourned to executive session at 7:00 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR ADDITIONS: Reel 88-17, Side 1
The City Council agreed to add a Class B Beer Permit for Happy Joe's Pizza
& Ice Cream Parlor, a Class C Beer Permit for Deli -Mart, and a Class C
Liquor License for Mama Capone's to the Consent Calendar.
PLANNING & ZONING MATTERS: Reel 88-17, Side 1
A. Setting a publi � hearing for April 5 1988 on an ordinance t
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will permit resubdivision of Lot 93 into a three -lot subdivision.
0. Setting a public hearing for April 5 1988 on an ordinance to rezone
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E. Ordinance regarding storage of special vehicles. No Council comment.
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F. Ordinance amendin Cha ter 36-68 of the Zonin Ordinance permittinc
obstruct in ards, to permit rano ies over gas
quire ront var . NO ounce comment. Pumps in t e re-
l. Resolution to ap rove the preliminary and final plat for Bent Brook
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three-way motion_
^r'�•� c • onn ny eIw euning commission gave a
as follows: 1) recommended approval of the proposed
subdivision, 2) recommended the Fringe Area Policy Committee be recon-
vened, and 3) stated that any future request which is inconsistent
with the development policy for the area will be viewed as inconsis-
tent. McDonald reported the Fringe Committee did meet two weeks ago
and will be getting back together soon.
SPECIAL VEHICLE ORDINANCE:
Reel 88-17, Side 1
McDonald stated Council received Boothroy's March 4, 1988, memo regarding
comparison of various special vehicle ordinance requirements. McDonald
asked Council if action should be deferred on this item. Ambrisco noted
that the proposed ordinance does not address Mr. Sokol's concerns. Larson
proposed changing the size requirements to read seven one-half feet height
and 20 feet long. Boothroy said the ordinance provided an amortization
period of two years to allow special vehicles to be moved to the side or
rear yard and to qualify for this amortization, the property owner would
have to register with the City. In order to qualify for the grandfather
provisionexplainedsifaalvehiclelisenotles would have to registerred, that beregistered.
mayestill8obehal-
lowed to be parked in the front yard but may have to provide screening.
Boothroy said the advantage to registering a vehicle to get a non-compli-
ance status is that the vehicle would not have to comply with screening.
Boothroy said a person has one year to register a vehicle to be granted a
non -conforming status and if the vehicle is not registered, that vehicle
would have to fully comply with all of the requirements. Horowitz in-
quired about the size of the special vehicle problem within Iowa City.
Courtney said there were not a large number of complaints. Councilmembers
discussed the proposed ordinance.
Input was received from Bud Means and Johnnie Shaffer. Means asked Council
to meet with the Special Vehicle Committee. In response to Courtney,
Boothroy explained if a person registers their parking space or storage
area with the City, they would not have to comply with screening require-
ments and would be allowed to park in the front yard. In response to
Dickson, Boothroy said registration provides a base year so the City knows
which vehicles are non -conforming.
Council agreed to change the proposed ordinance to read seven one-half
feet height and 20 feet long. Courtney proposed including a transfer of
property staFement.
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HIGHWAY 1 NORTH RISE APPLICATION:
Davidson presented Council with information relating to the Highway 1
North RISE application. Davidson reported the original proposal for
Highway 1 North was in conjunction with development by Southgate Develop-
ment and NCS. Davidson stated the RISE program is an economic development
program and the original application was to fund the construction project
to address the traffic congestion problem in the area. Davidson stated
the State responded favorably to the original application but asked the
City to consider long-term plans proposed by the State. Public Works
drafted a new proposal taking into consideration the needs of the IDOT.
Davidson reported the larger improvement would cost an estimated $950,000,
but the City's share of the project should not increase very much.
Davidson reported the IDOT should take action on the RISE application on
March 15 or March 29, 1988. In response to Dickson, Davidson reported the
RISE program does have a lot of funds, but wants to leverage local commu-
nity funds to the greatest degree possible. Staff and Councilmembers
reviewed plans for the area.
METCALF & EDDY CONTRACT ADDENDUM: Reel 88-17, Side 2
Atkins said that City officials met with representatives from Metcalf &
Eddy to discuss a contract addendum. The contract addendum would elimi-
nate certain sections and set a payment schedule. Atkins said that staff
will prepare an official recommendation on how the project will be man-
aged. Strait questioned whether the City has the expertise or time to
manage major projects. Courtney stated the City needs to continue to
address neighborhood concerns. Atkins said the City will need to closely
monitor neighborhood -related projects. Horowitz asked if the City has
money budgeted for project contingencies. Atkins stated that staff ex-
pects construction costs to be bid higher than originally anticipated.
In response to Larson, Atkins stated the contract addendum offers a good
schedule and demonstrates good faith on the part of Metcalf & Eddy. The
contract addendum preserves both parties' abilities to pursue certain
remedies. Timmins stated the City still has the option to sue for breach
of contract and Metcalf & Eddy reserves the option to sue the City for not
paying on time.
Councilmembers agreed to schedule a special Council meeting for a public
hearing on the plans and specifications on March 15, 1988, at 5:15 p.m.
LIBRARY FOUNDATION REQUEST: Reel 88-17, Side 2
Atkins explained the Library Foundation is planning a gala and requested a
bar and liquor license. Atkins stated that City ordinances do not permit
alcohol in public buildings. Timmins read City Code Section 24-51(a), "No
person shall consume or drink any intoxicating liquor or beer on any
street, alley, park, or public ground or any public place within the
city.'
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Timmins stated that Asst. City Atty. Boyle has drafted the following
language, "No person shall consume or drink any alcoholic liquor or beer
on any street, alley, park or public conveyance or public ground within
the city or in any municipal building except the premises covered by a
liquor control license."
Council discussed liability issues and who should give approval for the
liquor control license. Timmins suggested authorizing the City Manager
to sign off on any liquor license application that would involve any City
building. Tom Gelman, representing the Library Foundation said the City
is not the licensee and under Iowa Code the dramshop liability is to the
licensee, but there may be general liability to the City. Pat Forsyth,
Exec. Dir. of the Foundation stated that the Library Foundation has ob-
tained $30,000 dramshop insurance. Tom Gelman referred to Code provision
Section 5-4, "It shall be unlawful for any person to use or consume alco-
holic liquors or beers on public streets or highways or to consume alco-
holic liquors in any public place except premises covered by liquor
control licenses." Timmins said the Code provision 24-51(a) outlaws the
use of alcoholic beverage in any public place or public building. Timmins
referred to language drafted by Boyle and proposed eliminating the comma
after municipal building so that it is clear that the exception only
applies to municipal buildings. Timmins also proposed to change the word
premise to municipal building. Timmins suggested a statement relating to
insurance should be included. Councilmembers cautioned Library Foundation
members that $30,000 dramshop insurance was too low.
Courtney noted the Downtown Association will approach Council regarding
selling beer in the Plaza area. Atkins raised concerns that the Plaza is
a totally uncontrolled area.
McDonald stated the ordinance will be on the March 15, 1988, Council
agenda. Timmins recommended including language as follows, "City Manager
shall endorse his/her approval on the license application prior to its
presentation to Council. McDonald stated at the March 15, 1988, Council
meeting that Council could collapse the first reading, give the ordinance
second reading and give it final approval on April 5, 1988. Timmins said
the proposed ordinance would not address the County Courthouse.
PLAZA VENDORS PERMIT FEES: Reel 88-19, Side 1
Larson said that the proposed increase in fees would address the fairness
issue with property owners that pay property taxes. Councilmembers dis-
cussed the trash problems in the downtown area. Atkins recommended rais-
ing the Plaza vendor permit fees to $750 - allowing vendors to pay that
fee in three payments, as well as requesting $1,000 from the Downtown
Association to finance clean-up and maintenance of the downtown area.
Atkins said a clean-up person could be scheduled to meet the clean-up
needs of downtown. Helling reviewed current permit fees paid by Plaza
vendors. Council agreed to increase the Plaza vendor permit fees, includ-
ing the popcorn wagon, to $750. Helling said he would prepare a letter to
the Downtown Association.
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March 7, 1988
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COUNCIL TIME/AGENDA: Reel 88-19, Side 1
1. (Agenda Item No. 3.F.(3)) Courtney requested additional information
regarding Lynne Vermace's request to picket the Civic Center, County
Atty's office and Court House. Atkins stated he will prepare a re-
sponse.
2. Larson inquired about the property located at 923 Rider Street.
Timmins stated staff is addressing problems regarding trash in the
front yard. Larson said he would like the City to take the matter to
court. Horowitz said school children should not be confronted with
that type of graffiti. Staff will report back.
3. Strait inquired about the status of the clean-up of Dale Gerot's
property at the end of Gilbert Street. Staff will follow-up.
4. In response to Horowitz, Atkins said he is preparing a report regard-
ing reorganization of Boards and Commissions.
5. Horowitz inquired about the status of the Jack Young property located
in the 400 block of Church Street. Atkins reported Mr. Young was
fined. Timmins said the City is waiting for a decision from the magis-
trate.
6. Timmins reported the City lost its argument re salvage yard use in-
volving Bernard Yeggy, but said the court's opinion stated the goats
are not pets and have to be removed.
7. Ambrisco announced the JCCOG will meet on Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. at
the Iowa City Transit Facility.
8. Atkins said a suggestion was made to redesign the Airport Manager
position, but the Airport Commission has already advertised and ac-
cepted applications for that position. Council agreed the Airport
Manager position should be evaluated and directed the Mayor to draft a
letter to the Airport Commission requesting the matter be reviewed.
9. Horowitz announced that Tuesday is International Women's Day. Horowitz
reported that she and Dickson represented Council at a meeting with
International students last Friday.
APPOINTMENTS: Reel 88-19, Side 1
Broadband Telecommunications Commission - Linda Levey
The meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
OFFICIAL COLKIL ACTIONS - 3/8/88
The cost of publishing the following proceedings
& claims is 5 . Cumulative cost for this
calendar year 7F sai W lication is $
Ias City Council, reg, mtg., 3/8/88, 7:30 P.M.
at the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding.
Councilmmbers present: Arbrisco, Courtney,
Dickson, Horowitz, Larson, McDonald, Strait. Ab-
sent: None.
The Mayor Proclaimed March 20-26, 1988, as
NATIONAL WILDLIFE WEEK; March 1988 as SOCIAL WOW
MDNTH; March 19, 1988, as IOWA SPECIAL OLYMPICS DAY.
Moved and seconded that the following iters and
recamrendations in the Consent Calendar be received,
or approved, and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of Official Council Actions of the
regular meeting of 2/23/88, as published, sub-
ject to correction, as recomended by the City
Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Cmmissions: Bd. of
Library Trustees -2/25/88; P&Z Corm. - 2/18/88;
Riverfront Carm. - 2/3/88; Historic Preservation
Cann. - 1/13/88; Design Review Corm. - 3/2/88.
Permit Motions: Class B Beer Permit for
Godfather's Pizza, 531 Highway 1 West. Class C
Beer Permit for Kun & Go #104, 1104 S. Gilbert
Street. Class B Beer Permit for Long John
Silver's #9, 1940 Lower Muscatine Road. Liquor
License refund for Hy -Vee Food Store #1, 501
Hollywood Blvd. Liquor License refund for
Dr7ugtorn #1, 521 Hollywood Blvd. Class C Liquor
License for Kitty Hawk, 1012 Gilbert Ct. Class
E Liquor License for Peoples Drug #5276, 2425
Muscatine Avenue. Class C Liquor License for
Gringo's, 115 E. College Street. Class C Liquor
License for Sports Colum Corp., 12 S. Dubuque
Street. Class B Beer permit for Chill and
Grill, 206 N. Linn Street. Class B Beer Permit
for Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream Parlor, 225 S.
Gilbert Street. Class C Beer Permit for Deli
Mart #2, 1920 Lower Muscatine. Class C Liquor
License for Mame Capone's, 212 S. Clinton.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 88-32, SET-
TING A PUBLIC HEARING ON 3/15/88 ON PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FOP4 OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF
COST FOR THE CCNSTRUCTICN OF EXCESS FLOW AHD
WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES AT THE EXISTING
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PANT. TES. 88-33, SETTING
A PUBLIC HEARING ON 3/15/88 ON PLANS, SPECIFICA-
TIONS, FORA OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SWM WASTEWATER TREAT-
MENT FACILITY MECT.
Correspondence: Howard and Ruth Sokol re-
garding the ordinance regulating storage of
special vehicles. Mtrroranda fron the Civil
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Service Camp. submitting certified lists of
applicants for the following positions: Battal-
ion Chief/Fire Department; Fire Lieutenant/Fire
Deparbmnt. Elam from the Traffic Engr, regard-
ing: Parking removal on Weber Street; Parking
on Orchard Street; Parking on the north side of
the 100 block of East liashington.
Applications for the Use of Streets and
Public Grounds: Robert L. Cagle for permission
to film a scene on public streets on 2/20/86,
approved. Rick Rohret for permission to use
public streets for the Old Capitol Criterium on
4/24/88, approved. Lynne Venrece for permission
to picket in front of the Civic Center on
5/2/88, in front of the County Attorney's Office
on 5/11/88, and in front of the Court House on
5/20/88, approved.
Application for City Plaza Use Permits:
Lynne Vermace for permission to set up a table
on City Plaza for the purpose of collecting
signatures on a petition on April 23, 26 and 29,
1988, approved.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for
4/5/88, on an ordinance to rezone Lot 93, Ty'n Cae
Subdivision, Part 2, located on Cambria Court from
PDH -8 to RS -8. The Mayor declared the motion car-
ried.
Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for
4/5/88, on an ordinance to rezone the site of
Hunter's Run Subdivision, Parts 2 and 3 and a 57.66
acre tract immediately to the pest from POH-5 to
RS -5. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for
4/5/88, on an ordinance to rezone 615 East Jefferson
Street from RNC -20 to CO -1. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
Moved and seconded to set a public hearing for
4/5/88, on an ordinance to rezone 42.54 acres north
of R xhester Avenue on Hickory Trail extended from
ID -RS to RS -5. The Mayor declared the motion car-
ried.
Maya' McDonald surmmrized discussions of the
ordinance regarding the storage of special vehicles
with committee members, Council and the public.
Moved and seconded to amend Section 36-58(g)(1)(a)
by deleting the word "or" between height and more
and substituting in its place the wad "and." The
Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and sec-
onded to amend Section 36-58(9)(1) to add new sub-
paragraph (c) "Camercial vehicles more than 7-1/2
s
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feet in height shall not be stored in any residen-
tial zone." The Mayor declared the mrotion carried.
Moved and seconded to ared Section 36-58(2)(f) to
add new subparagraph (3) and ronurber consecutively
the remaining subparagraphs. The new subparagraph
to read "Should any property be sold, conveyed or
transferred, the special vehicle storage area shall
thereafter comply with the provisions of this sec-
tion." The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded that the amended ordinance re-
garding storage of special vehicles, be given first
vote for passage. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved and seconded that ORD. 88-3369, MENDING
C94PTER 36-68 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE, PERMITTING
OBS1T31CTIONNS IN YARDS, TO PERMIT CANOPIES OVER GAS
PUMPS IN TIE REQUIRED FRONT YARD, be passed and
adopted.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 88-34, APPROV-
ING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL RAT FOR BENT BROOK
ACRES.
A public hearing was held on the FY89 Applica-
tion to the lova Department of Transportation for
State Transit Assistance.
Moved and seconded to adapt RES. 88-35, AUTHOR-
IZING THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION WITH TIE IOWA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR FY89 I%A DOT STATE
TRANSIT ASSISTANCE.
The Mayor announced the following vacancies:
Sr. Center Corm. - one vacancy for an unexpired tern
ending 12/31/89; Historic Preservation Caron. -one
vacancy for an unexpired term tiding 3/29/90. These
appointments will be made at the 4/19/88 meeting of
the City Council.
Moved and seconded to appoint Linda Levy, 336
MacBride Rd., to the Broadband Telecomunications
Commission for an unexpired tenon ending 3/13/89.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to approve the recomendation
of the Design Review Carmittee that the City Council
approve the new, internally illuninated sign for
Flour Pot Cookies on the northern exterior of the
Holiday Inn. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 88-36, AUTHOR-
IZING AND APPROVING AN A7VM 1988 COMMUNITY DEVEL-
ORUff BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND BUDGET.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 88-37, AUTHOR-
IZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLEW TO ATTEST
AGREEMENTS FOR IOWA EMERGENCY SMELTER GRANTS PROGRAM
FlN1IND WITH DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROJECT ($12,500);
and to adopt RES. 88-38, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
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SIGN AND TIE CITY CLERC TO ATTEST AGREEMENTS FOR
IOWA EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANTS PRDGRAM RIDING WITH
EMERGENCY HOUSING PROJECT, ($27,500).
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 88-39, ADOPTING
THE AN1JAL BIAGET FOR a FISCAL YEAR ENDING am
30, 1989.
Moved and seconded to adapt RES. 88-40, APPROV-
ING TIE FINANCIAL FLAN FOR THE CITY OF ID,JA CITY,
IOWA, FOR FISCAL YEARS 1989-1991.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 88-41, NAMING
DEPOSITORIES, United Federal Savings Bank of lova
and the Mid-Arerica Savings Bank.
Moved and secmded to adopt RES. 88-42, ESTAB-
LISHING REVISED FEES FOR CITY R.AIA USE PERIITS.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 88-43, PlfMR-
IZING ABANDONED BICYCLE SALE.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 88-44, APPROV-
ING AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY
CLERK TO EXECUTE AMD ATTEST, RSPECTIVELY, PUDENDUM
NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING AND
PROJECT MNIAGQ47 T SERVICES, BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY
AND METCALF & EDDY, INC., ALL IN CONNECTION WITH
IOWA CITY'S WASTEWATER FACILITIES IMIPROVETENTS
PROJECT.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 88-45, APPROV-
ING SETTLEMENT OF LAWSUIT, CITY OF IG A CITY V. CAS
SERVICE ENERGY CORPORATION, AND DISMISSAL OF THAT
ACTION.
Moved and seconded to adjourn 8:30 p.m. The
Moya- declared the rnotion carried.
A more conplete description of Council activi-
ties is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
s/JCHN McDONAtD, MAYOR /f
s/MARIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERCv
Submitted for publication - 3 7/
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Complete Description of Council Activities
March 8, 1988
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 3/8/88, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center,
Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Courtney,
Dickson, Horowitz, Larson, McDonald, Strait. Absent: None. Staffinembers
present: Atkins, Helling, Timmins, Karr, Schmadeke, Boothroy, Franklin,
Lundell, Kimble, Vitosh, Davidson. Council minutes tape-recorded on Tape
88-C20, Side 1, 499 -End and Side 2, 1 -End.
The Mayor proclaimed March 20-26, 1988, as NATIONAL WILDLIFE WEEK; March
1988 as SOCIAL WORK MONTH; March 19, 1988, as IOWA SPECIAL OLYMPICS DAY.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, that the following items and recom-
mendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted
as amended:
Approval of Official Council Actions of the regular meeting of
2/23/88, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City
Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: 8d, of Library Trustees -2/25/88;
P&Z Comm. - 2/18/88; Riverfront Comm. - 2/3/88; Historic Preservation
Comm, - 1/13/88; Design Review Comm. - 3/2/88.
Permit Motions: Approving a Class 8 Beer Permit for Rigel of Iowa,
Inc. dba Godfather's Pizza, 531 Highway 1 West. Approving a Class C Beer
Permit for Krause Gentle Corporation dba Kum & Go #104, 1104 S. Gilbert
Street. Approving a Class B Beer Permit for Common Stock Trust of Ellis
I. Levitt & Central Management Corporation dba Long John Silver's #9,
1940 Lower Muscatine Road. Approving a Liquor License refund for Hy -Vee
Food Store #1, 501 Hollywood Blvd. Approving a Liquor License refund for
Drugtown #1, 521 Hollywood Blvd. Approving a Class C Liquor License for
Kitty Hawk Co., Inc, dba Kitty Hawk, 1012 Gilbert Ct. Approving a Class
E Liquor License for Drug Fair, Inc, dba Peoples Drug #5276, 2425
Muscatine Avenue. Approving a Class C Liquor License for Gringo's of
Iowa City, Inc, dba Gringo's, 115 E. College Street. Approving a Class C
Liquor License for Donald L. Stalkfleet dba Sports Column Corp., 12 S.
Dubuque Street. Approving a Class B Beer permit for Chill and Grill Inc.
dba Chill and Grill, 206 N. Linn Street, Approving a Class B Beer Permit
for M&T Investments, Inc, dba Happy Joe's Pizza & ice Cream Parlor, 225
S. Gilbert' Street. Approving a Class C Beer Permit for Deli Mart Inc.
dba Deli Mart #2, 1920 Lower Muscatine. Approving a Class C Liquor
License for Mama's Inc. dba Mama Capone's, 212 S. Clinton.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 88-32, Bk. 97, p. 32, SETTING A PUBLIC
HEARING ON 3/15/88 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTI-
MATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF EXCESS FLOW AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT
FACILITIES AT THE EXISTING WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT. RES. 88-33, Bk.
97, p. 33, SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON 3/15/88 ON PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS,
FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SOUTH
WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY PROJECT.
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Correspondence: Howard and Ruth Sokol regarding the ordinance regu-
lating storage of special vehicles. Memoranda from the Civil Service
Comm, submitting certified lists of applicants for the following posi-
tions: Battalion Chief/Fire Department; Fire Lieutenant/Fire Department.
Memo from the Traffic Engr, regarding: Parking removal an Weeber Street;
Parking on Orchard Street; Parking on the north side of the 100 block of
East Washington.
Applications for the Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Robert L.
Cagle for permission to film a scene on public streets on 2/20/88, ap-
proved. Rick Rohret for permission to use public streets for the Old
Capitol Criterium on 4/24/88, approved. Lynne Vermace for permission to
Picket in front of the Civic Center on 5/2/88, in front of the County
Attorney's Office on 5/11/88, and in front of the Court House on 5/20/88,
approved.
Application for City Plaza Use Permits
to set up a table on City Plaza for the pu: Lynne Vermace for permission
rpose of collecting signatures
on a petition on April 23, 26 and 29, 1988, approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved
4/5/88,onbanAordinance stoon�ezoneed yLotc93 Ty'n Coe Suto set apublic hearinngtfo;
located on Cambria Court from PDH -8 to RS -8. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Ambrisco,
4/5/88, on an ordinance to rezone the site of Huto set a public hearing for
nter's Run Subdivision, Parts
2 and 3 and a 57.66 acre tract immediately to the west from PDN -5 to RS -5.
The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present.
Mov
4/5/88,eonbanAmbrisco,
rodiinance tocrezonended b615oEasttJefto set
s Public
eet hearing
for
ferson to
CO -1. Councilmembers Ambrisco and Horowitz urged Council to review the
Planning and Zoning minutes and drive by the property before the public
hearing. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers.present.
Moved
4/5/88, on en ordinance tocrezonne nded b42.54cacres northksn, to setof RochestereAvenuue a public haringfoor
n
Hickory Trail extended from ID -RS to RS -5. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Mayor McDonald summarized discussions of the ordinance regarding the
Moved storage of special vehicles with committee members, Council and the public.
deleting theword"or" between conded heightiandtmoreamend
a d subsSection
t tuting8in)its(p)lace
the word "and." The Mayor declared the nation carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Strait, to amend
Section 36-58(g)(1) to add new subparagraph (c) "Commercial vehicles more
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than 7-1/2 feet in height shall not be stored in any residential zone." The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers pres-
ent. Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Strait, to amend Section 36-58(2)(f) to
add new subparagraph (3) and renumber consecutively the remaining subpara-
graphs. The new subparagraph to read 'Should any property be sold, conveyed
or transferred, the special vehicle storage area shall thereafter comply with
the provisions of this section." The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. Moved by Courtney, seconded by
Horowitz, that the amended ordinance regarding storage of special vehicles,
be given first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Ambrisco, that ORD. 88-3369, Bk. 29, p. 11,
AMENDING CHAPTER 36-68 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE, PERMITTING OBSTRUCTIONS IN
YARDS, TO PERMIT CANOPIES OVER GAS PUMPS IN THE REQUIRED FRONT YARD, be
passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council -
members present. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Horowitz, to adopt RES. 88-34, Bk. 97, p.
34, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT FOR BENT BROOK ACRES, a two -lot
residential subdivision located in Johnson County. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on the FY89 Application to the Iowa Department
of Transportation for State Transit Assistance. No one appeared.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Horowitz, to adopt RES. 88-35, Bk. 97, p.
35, AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION WITH THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR FY89 IOWA DOT STATE TRANSIT ASSISTANCE. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
The Mayor announced the following vacancies: Sr. Center Comm. - one
vacancy for an unexpired term ending 12/31/89; Historic Preservation Comm. -
one vacancy for an unexpired term ending 3/29/90. These appointments will be
made at the 4/19/88 meeting of the City Council.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to appoint Linda Levy, 336
MacBride Rd., to the Broadband Telecommunications Commission for an unexpired
term ending 3/13/89. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0,
all Councilmembers present.
Councilmember Dickson noted that the City will have a number of Soviet
visitors on July 3 and 4 as participants of the 1988 American -Soviet Walks
and encouraged Iowa Citians to contact her for information. Councilmember
Larson stated he had received complaints re 923 Rider Street and appreciated
the information provided by staff. Councilmember Ambrisco acknowledged an
upcoming reception for Airport Manager Fred Zehr and thanked him for the
years of service. Ambrisco encouraged citizens to attend the laying of the
cornerstone at the Mercer Park Aquatics Center on Saturday, April 9, at 10:00
a.m.
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March 8, 1988
rage 4
Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to approve the recommendation of
the Design Review Committee that the City Council approve the new, internally
illuminated sign for Flour Pot Cookies on the northern exterior of the Holi-
day Inn. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 88-36, Bk. 97, p.
36, AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AN AMENDED 1988 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT PROGRAM AND BUDGET. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 88-37, Bk. 97, p. 37,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AGREEMENTS FOR
IOWA EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANTS PROGRAM FUNDING WITH DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROJECT
($12,500); and to adopt RES. 88-38, Bk. 97, p. 38, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AGREEMENTS FOR IOWA EMERGENCY SHELTER
GRANTS PROGRAM FUNDING WITH EMERGENCY HOUSING PROJECT, ($27,500). Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared
the resolutions adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 88-39, Bk. 97, p.
39, ADOPTING THE ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 1989.
Councilmembers complimented staff on the process used in presenting the
budget. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers pres-
ent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 88-40, Bk. 97, p.
40, APPROVING THE FINANCIAL PLAN FOR THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, FOR FISCAL
YEARS 1989-1991. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Council -
members present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 88-41, Bk. 97, p.
41, NAMING DEPOSITORIES, United Federal Savings Bank of Iowa and the Mid-
America Savings Bank. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 88-42, Bk. 97, p.
42, ESTABLISHING REVISED FEES FOR CITY PLAZA USE PERMITS, $750 for mobile
vending carts; Fees for Ambulatory vending and sale for vending -temporary and
occasional regain the same, $100 annually and $10 a day respectfully. The
City Manager stated the popcorn wagon would also be paying $750 per Council
request. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 88-43, Bk. 97, P.
43, AUTHORIZING ABANDONED BICYCLE SALE, for 4/24/88 at 1:00 p.m. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor de-
clared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 88-44, Bk. 97, P.
44, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO
EXECUTE AND ATTEST, RESPECTIVELY, ADDENDUM NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT FOR PROFES-
SIONAL ENGINEERING AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES, BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY
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March 8, 1988
Page 5
AND METCALF 8 EDDY, INC., ALL IN CONNECTION WITH IOWA CITY'S 14ASTEWATER
FACILITIES IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT. The City Manager summarized the history of
the contract concerns with Metcalf and Eddy and reported on the contract
addendum. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 88-45, Bk. 97, p.
45, APPROVING SETTLEMENT OF LAWSUIT, CITY OF IOWA CITY V. GAS SERVICE ENERGY
CORPORATION, AND DISMISSAL OF THAT ACTION. The Mayor noted GSEC agreed to
pay $15,000 cash, and to dismiss its $2,342.55 claims against the City for
unpaid parts, in exchange for dismissal of the lawsuit, with prejudice, and
mutual release of all claims. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Strait, to adjourn 8:30 p.m. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
JOHN McDONALD, MAYOR
MARIAN K. KARR, CITY CLERK
OFFICIAL COLNCIL ACTIONIS - 3/15/88
The cost of publishing the following proceed-
ings and claims is S . Cunilative cost
for this calendar year for said publication is
5
Iowa City Council, special mtg., 5:15 p.m. at
the Civic Center. Mayor McDonald presiding.
Councilnerbers present: Ambrisco, Courtney,
Dickson, Horowitz, Larson, McDonald, Strait.
Absent: None.
Letters of appreciation were presented to
Herbert Michael, Chad Wade Christine Hbrdy, and B.J.
Ramsey for their efforts in providing clean-up
around the College Street Bridge.
Moved and seconded that the following iters and
recamerdations in the Consent Calendar be received
or approved, ardor adopted as presented:
Minutes of Boards and Commissions:
Broadband Telecomm. Canm. - 2/16/88; Historic
Preservation Comm. - 2/24/88; Sr. Center Comm.
- 1/18/88; Civil Service Comm. - 2/18/88;
Airport Comm. - 2/18/88, 2/22/88, 3/3/88; Bd.
of Adjustment - 2/10/86.
Setting Public Hearings: To set a public
hearing for 4/5/88 on an amendnent to the
Comprehensive Plan to change the lard use
designation for approximately 20 acres east of
Hickory Trail extended from residential 2-8
CU/acre in the long-range plan to residential
2-8 DU/acre in the short-range.
Applications for the Use of Streets and
Public Grounds: Peter D. Ocar for the use of
public sidewalks for a film project on 3/IW,
approved. J. Carlos Rojas-Cardoni for use of
public walks for a film project on 3/11/88,
approved.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on Plans, Specifica-
tions, Form of Contract and Estimate of Cost far the
construction of Excess Flaw and Wastewater Trm4nn3rt
Facilities at the Existing Wastewater Treatment
Plant.
A public hearirg was held on Plans, Specifica-
tions, Form of Contract and Estimate of Cost far the
construction of the South Wastewater Treatment
Facility Project.
Moved and secordcd to adopt RES. 88-46,
APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORA OF CCMWmCI
N,D ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CCNSTTd1CTICN OF THE
EXCESS FLOW AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES AT
THE EXISTING WASIT ATER TREATMENT PLANT AND THE
SUM WASTE1•UiTER TREATMENT FACILITIES, ESTABLISHING
NUNT OF BID SECLRITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID,
DIRECTING CITY CLDM TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS,
APD FIXING TIME AFD PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 88-47, INTENT
TO ACCEPT, AND SETTING A Pl1BLIC HEARING FOR MAY 3,
Official Actions
March 15, 1988
Page 2
1988, ON OFFERS TO RJUASE FOR PRIVATE REDEMR-
MfNTN PARCELS B ND D, LOCATED IN 111E LCWER N.SiCN
CREEK AREA OF IOWA CITY, NO A1TMIZING THE CITY
CLERK TO RKISH NOTICE OF SAID ACTICPS.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 88-48,
P EiDING THE ADMINISTRATIVE AND THE A,FSDE
CLASSIFICATION PLNS AND THE DMETED POSITIONS IN
THE TREASIRY DIVISICN OF THE FIW&E DEPA UMENN T.
Moved and secorded that the rule requiring
ordinances to be considered and voted on for passage
at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at
which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the
first consideration and vote be waived and the
second consideration be given at this time. The
Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and
secorded that the ordinance amending the Cale of
Ordinances Provisions relating to Alcoholic
Beverages, Wine, and Beer in Public Places and
Buildings and authorizing consumption of Alcoholic
Beverages and Beer in MunicipalBuildings if a
liquor control license is obtained, be given second
vote for passage. The Mayor declared the notion
carried.
Moved and seconded that the rule requiring
ordinances to be considered and voted on fur passaR
at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at
which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the
first consideration and vote be waived and the
second consideration be given at this time. The
Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and
seconded that the ordinance amending Chapter 32.1,
entitled "Taxation and Revenues" of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by
ar[ading Sections 32.1-65 and 32.1-73 therein to,
respectively, increase fees for use of swimming
pools and to nerd the listing of Water Main Tapping
service fees. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
Moved and seconded to adjourn to executive
session to discuss strategy with counsel in matters
that are presently in litigation or whae litigation
is inninnent where its disclosure would be likely to
prejudice or disadvantage the position of the
governmental body in that litigation. The Mayor
declared the motion carried and adjourned to
executive session 5:45 p.m.
A more complete description of Council
activities is on file in the office of the City
Cleric. s/JCFN MMU, MAYOR }Tp a
s/hy1RIAN K. KARR, CII2i LTJ
Sutmitted for publication 3/24/88
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
March 15, 1988
Iowa City Council, special mtg., 5:15 p.m. at the Civic Center.
Mayor McDonald presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Courtney,
Dickson, Horowitz, Larson, McDonald, Strait. Absent: None. Courtney,
present: Atkinsrs
, Helling, Timmins, Karr, Schmadeke, Boren, Vitosh,
Trueblood. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 88-C21, Side 1, 1-424.
Letters of appreciation were presented to Herbert Michael, Chad Wade
Christina Hardy, and B.J. Ramsey for their efforts in providing clean-up
around the College Street Bridge.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Ambrisco, that the following items and
recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received or approved, and/or
adopted as presented:
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Broadband Telecomm. Comm. -
2/16/88; Historic Preservation Comm. - 2/24/88; Sr. Center Comm. -
1/18/88; Civil Service Comm. - 2/18/88; Airport Comm.
2/22/88, 3/3/88; Bd. of Adjustment - 2/10/88. - 2/18/88,
Setting Public Hearings: To set a public hearing for 4/5/88 on
an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to change the land use
designation for approximately 20 acres east of Hickory Trail extended
from residential 2-8 DU/acre in the long-range plan to residential 2-
8 DU/acre in the short-range.
Applications for the Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Peter
D. Ocar for the use of public sidewalks for a film project on
3/10/88, approved. J. Carlos Rojas-Cardoni for use of public walks
for a film project on 3/11/88, approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on Plans, Specifications, Form of Contract
and Estimate of Cost for the construction of Excess Flow and Wastewater
Treatment Facilities at the Existing Wastewater Treatment Plant. No one
appeared.
A public hearing was held on Plans, Specifications, Form of Contract
and Estimate of Cost for the construction of the South Wastewater Treat-
ment Facility Project. No one appeared.
Moved
econded
P• 46, APPROVINGcPLANS,sSPECI SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF COto NTRACT AND ESt RES. TIMATE90F
COST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE EXCESS FLOW AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT
FACILITIES AT THE EXISTING WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT AND THE SOUTH
WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES, ESTABLISHING AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO
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March 15, 1988
Page 2
ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS, AND
FIXING TIME AND PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 88-47, Bk. 97,
p. 47, INTENT TO ACCEPT, AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR MAY 3, 1988, ON
OFFERS TO PURCHASE FOR PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT PARCELS B AND D, LOCATED IN
THE LOWER RALSTON CREEK AREA OF IOWA CITY, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY CLERK
TO PUBLISH NOTICE OF SAID ACTIONS, as amended. Council requested addi-
tional information prior to the public hearing. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Courtney, to adopt RES. 88-48, Bk. 97,
p. 49, AMENDING THE ADMINISTRATIVE AND THE AFSCME CLASSIFICATION PLANS AND
THE BUDGETED POSITIONS IN THE TREASURY DIVISION OF THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT,
deletion of City Treasurer and accountant positions; addition of Customer
Service Manager and Senior Accountant positions; and changing title of
Finance Director to Finance Director/City Treasurer. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared
the resolution adopted.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Strait, that the rule requiring
ordinances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, the first consideration and vote be waived and the second
consideration be given at this time. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion
amending Ve
ng theCode Courtney,
dr ordinance
Provisions ai relating tthat o Alcoholic
Beverages, Wine, and Beer in Public Places and Buildings and authorizing
consumption of Alcoholic Beverages and Beer in Municipal Buildings if a
liquor control license is obtained, be given second vote for passage.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Dickson, that the rule requiring
ordinances to, be considered and voted on for passage at two Council
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, the first consideration and vote be waived and the second
consideration bgiven
vote
unanimous, 710,allCouncilmembers present. The �Mayor ve roll l
declared the motion
carried. Moved by Courtney, seconded by Dickson, that the ordinance
amending Chapter 32.1, entitled "Taxation and Revenues" of the Code of
ordinances of the City of Iowa City, Iowa, by amending Sections 32.1-65
and 32.1-73 therein to, respectively, increase fees for use of swimming
pools and to amend the listing of Water Main Tapping service fees.
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March 15, 1988
Page 3
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Horowitz, to adjourn to executive
session to discuss strategy with counsel in matters that are presently in
litigation or where litigation is imminent where its disclosure would be
likely to prejudice or disadvantage the position of the governmental body
in that litigation. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the motion carried and
adjourned to executive session 5:45 p.m.
John McDonald, Mayor
Marian K. Karr, City Clerk
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
April 5, 1988
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 4/5/88, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center.
Horoowi McDonald presiding.
McDonald, CStrait. ilembeAbsent sentDickson. StaffinembeCourtney,
s
present: Atkins,
Brinton. Council minutes tapekrecor recorded onTape88-'C21,uSideo1,
424 -End and Side 2, I -End; 88-C25, Side 1 and Side 2, I -End.
The Mayor proclaimed April 10-16, 1988, as MEDICAL LABORATORY WEEK;
April 9-15, 1988 as WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD; April 1988 as FAIR HOUSING
MONTH; April 10-16, 1988, as BUILDING SAFETY WEEK; April 3-9, 1988, as
GLOBAL AWARENESS WEEK; April 2-9, 1988, as NATIONAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
WEEK. Ken Kauppi, Executive Director of the Iowa City Crisis Center; Anne
Rawlwy, Director of Handicare; and Jean Snow, Director of Elderly Services
appeared and stressed the importance of block grant monies in their
operations.
Moved by Larson, seconded by Strait, that the following items and
recommendations in the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or
adopted as amended:
Approval of Official Council Actions of the regular meeting of
3/8/88 and the special meeting of 3/15/88, as published, subject to
corrections, as recommended by the City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Housing Comm. - 2/9/88;
Resources Conservation Comm. - 12/14/87; Human Rights Comm. -
1/25/88, 2/22/88; Airport Comm. - 3/9/88; P&Z Comm. - 3/3/88; Senior
Center Comm. - 2/22/88; Bd. of Adjustment - 3/9/88; P&R Comm. -
12/16/87, 1/13/88, 2/10/88; Design Review Comm. - 2/25/88.
Permit Motions
for Coastal Mart, Inc. ddba P Pester DerbApproving
#n
58,606 S. Riversside Drive•
Approving a Class C Beer Permit for Coastal Mart, Inc. dba Pester
Derby #59, 302 S. Dubuque Street. Approving a Liquor License refund
for Hy -Vee Food Stores, Inc. dba Hy -Vee Food Store #2. Approving a
Class E Liquor License for Drug Fair, Inc. dba People's Drug #5281,
121 E. Washington Street. Approving a Class C Liquor License for
Silver L.G.R. Corp. dba College Street Club, 121 E. College Street.
Approving a Class B Beer Permit for Johnson & Purdon Restaurants,
Inc. dba Mazzio's Pizza, 1950 Lower Muscatine. Approving a Class E
Beer Permit for Claret & Friends Inc. dba Claret & Friends, 212 E.
Market Street. Approving a 14 -day Special Class C Beer/Wine Permit
for Iowa City Public Library Foundation dba Gala 188, 123 S. Linn
Street. RES. 88-49, Bk. 97, P. 49, ISSUING DANCING PERMIT.
Approving a Class C Liquor License for Season's Best, Inc. dba
Season's Best, 325 East Washington Street.
Resolutions:
ON, Binstalled bySPlumCGrove NAcres, Inc.
Council Activities
April 5, 1988
Page 2
Correspondence: Memo from Civil Service Comm. submitting a
certified list of applicants for the position of Account
Clerk/Treasury Division. Memo from the Traffic Engr. regarding U-
turn prohibition at the west end of the Melrose Avenue median.
Applications for City Plaza Use Permits: Latin American Human
Rights Advocacy Center to put up a table on City Plaza from which to
distribute literature and offer weavings for donations on 3/26-27/88,
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., approved. Riverfest Comm. for the use of
City Plaza for the Brown Bag Lunch Event on 4/18, 19, 20, 21, 22/88,
between the hours of 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m., approved.
Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Riverfest
Comm. for the Riverfest River Run to be held on 4/24/88, between the
hours of 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., approved. Riverfest Comm. to have
the Hydroenergy Boat Race on 4/23/88, at 12:00 noon, approved. Phi
Gamma Delta to have The Island Classic Run on 4/30/88, between the
hours of 6:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon, approved. Joy Klammer to have the
Walk for the World on 4/30/88, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and
2:00 p.m., approved. Central America Solidarity Committee to parade
through downtown Iowa City from the Pentacrest to the Armory on March
28, 1988, beginning at 5:00 p.m., approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor
declared the motion carried.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Ambrisco, to set a public hearing for
4/19/88, on an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan to change the land use
designation for an area south of Willow Creek and west of Mormon Trek
Boulevard from Residential 2-8 dwelling units per acre to Residential 8-16
dwelling units per acre. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 6/0, Dickson absent.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Courtney, to set a public hearing for
4/19/88, on the rezoning of 4.75 acres in the southwest quadrant of the
intersection of Walden Road and Mormon Trek Boulevard from RS -8 to RM -12.
The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Dickson absent.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Horowitz, to set a public hearing for
4/19/88, on an ordinance establishing a procedure for collection of fees
to repay developers for costs incurred in installing off-site public
facilities needed to support out -of -sequence development. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Dickson absent.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Ambrisco, to set a public hearing for
4/19/88, on a resolution to amend the 1983 Comprehensive plan Update to
change the land use designation of an 18.43 acre tract north of Rochester
Avenue on Hickory Trail extended from Agriculture/Rural Residential to
Residential at a density of 2-8 dwelling units per acre. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Dickson absent.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to rezone Lot 93, Ty'n Cae
Subdivision, Part 2, located on Cambria Court from PDH -8 to RS -8. No one
appeared.
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April 5, 1988
Page 3
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Courtney, that the rule requiring
ordinances to be considered and voted on for final passage at two Council
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, the first consideration and vote be waived and the second
consideration be given at this time. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Courtney, that the ordinance to rezone Lot
93, Ty'n Cae Subdivision, Part 2, located on Cambria Court from PDH -8 to
RS -8, be given second vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to rezone the site of
Hunter's Run Subdivision, Parts 2 and 3, and a 57.66 acre tract
immediately to the west from PDH -5 to RS -5. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to rezone property located
at 615 East Jefferson Street from RNC -20 to CO -1 (First National
Bank/Pediatric Associates). The following people appeared: Atty. Peter
Hayek, Dr. Pete Wallace, and Len Rowat, representing the applicants;
Sandra Eskin, 1047 Woodlawn. Staffinember Franklin present for discussion.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to rezone an 18.43 acre
tract north of Rochester Avenue on Hickory Trail extended from ID -RS to
RS -5 pursuant to a Conditional Zoning Agreement. Larry Schnittjer, MMS
Consultants, appeared and noted a correction in the agenda comment to read
the development would not be more than 27 residential lots and not 26 as
previously noted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Courtney, that the ordinance to rezone
an 18.43 acre tract north of Rochester Avenue on Hickory Trail extended
from ID -RS to RS -5 pursuant to a Conditional Zoning Agreement, be given
first vote for passage. Horowitz stated she had reservations and noted
the Fire Chief memo regarding secondary access into subdivisions. The
Mayor noted the whole question of secondary access is going to be reviewed
by the Planning and Zoning Commission and recommendation will be made to
Council. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The
Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Courtney, that the ordinance regarding
storage of special vehicles be given second vote for passage. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 88-51, Bk. 97,
p. 51, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF THE RESUBDIVISION OF HIGHLAND
HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION, a 45 -acre, five -lot subdivision located approximately
two miles north of Iowa City. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Dickson absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Courtney, to adopt RES. 88-52, Bk. 97,
p. 52, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR SOUTHWEST ESTATES SUBDIVISION,
PARTS 3 AND 4, an approximate 22 acre, 55 -lot, single-family residential
subdivision located north of Rohret Road and east of Phoenix Drive.
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April 5, 1988
Page 4
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 88-53, Bk. 97,
p. 53, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF RAPID CREEK RIDGE, a 141.5 acre,
47 -lot subdivision located approximately 1.5 miles north of Iowa City.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Ambrisco, to defer a resolution
approving the revised preliminary plat and the final plat of Village
Green, Part XI, a 41 -lot single-family residential subdivision located
south and west of the intersection of Muscatine Avenue and Scott
Boulevard. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0,
Dickson absent.
Moved by Horowitz, seconded by Ambrisco, to accept the recommendation
of the Planning and Zoning Commission that, within the Village Green, Part
XI Subdivision, parking on Hampton Street be prohibited and parking on
Hampton Court be restricted to one side of the street. The Mayor declared
the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Dickson absent.
Karen Kubby, 802 East Washington, appeared and requested Council
consider the traffic light on Hwy. 1, near Danes Dairy, be made into a
flashing mode during non -peak hours. Staff will report.
The Mayor announced the following vacancy: Committee on Community
Needs - one vacancy for a three-year term ending 7/1/91. This appointment
will be made at the 5/17/88 meeting of the City Council.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Courtney, to make the following appoint-
ments: Approve recommendation of Project GREEN that Joyce Leff be
appointed to the GREEN Fund for a three-year term ending 3/1/91; reappoint
Thomas Scott, 419 E. Fairchild and Mary Ann Wallace, 1509 Brookwood, to
the P&Z Comm, for five-year terms ending 5/1/93; reappoint Al Hulse, 711
Woodside Drive and appoint Ralph Coty, 2730 Wayne Avenue, to the Housing
Comm. for three-year terms ending 5/1/91; appoint Janice Becker, 210
Windsor Drive for a one-year term ending 4/5/89 and Marvin Klahn, 924
Friendly Avenue for a three-year term ending 4/5/90, to the Animal Control
Advisory
Board. The
Dickson absent. Larson ynoted cthe enumber mof�qualified on dapplicants lfor6the
Animal Control Advisory Bd. and thanked Patricia Farrant, Donald Bradford,
and Paul Cooper for their interest.
Courtney requested the intersection of Union/Rochester/Market be
reviewed for inclusion in the street painting program this year. Council -
members Horowitz and Strait noted the 20th anniversary of the assassina-
tion of Dr. Martin Luther King. Larson requested a public awareness
program be initiated regarding the storage of vehicles on streets,
especially during university vacations. Larson questioned the status of
charges against the property owner at 923 Rider Street. Staff will
report. Ambrisco invited the public and media to the laying of the
cornerstone for the Mercer Park Aquatic Center scheduled for Saturday,
April 9, at 10:00 a.m.
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April 5, 1988
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Recommendation of the Housing Commission that the Council approve all
Proposed amendments to the Housing Rehabilitation Manual, noted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 88-54, Bk. 97,
p. 54, EXTENDING TIME FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS, APPROVING AN ADDENDUM TO THE
PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND FORM OF CONTRACT TO PROVIDE FOR ADDITIONS,
DELETIONS, CORRECTIONS AND EXPLANATIONS THEREOF, AND DIRECTING THE CITY
CLERK TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS CONCERNING SAID TIME EXTENSION AND
ADDENDUM, ALL IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROJECT TO CONSTRUCT THE EXCESS FLOW
AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES AT THE EXISTING WASTEWATER TREATMENT
PLANT AND TO CONSTRUCT THE SOUTH WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES (bids to
be extended to 4/29). Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson
absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Horowitz, to adopt RES. 88-55, Bk. 97,
p. 55, APPROVING IN CONCEPT A COMBINED USE PARKING, CHILLED WATER, AND
WATER STORAGE FACILITY PROPOSED FOR DEVELOPMENT BY THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA
AND THE CITY OF IOWA CITY. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0,
Dickson absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt. RES. 88-56, Bk. 97,
p. 56, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CEDAR RAPIDS AND
IOWA CITY RAILWAY COMPANY, for Hwy. 6 signalization project. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Courtney, to adopt RES. 88-57, Bk. 97,
p. 57, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AGREEMENT WITH LEO W. & KAREN J. SEMLER, AND CHILL & GRILL, INC.,
AUTHORIZING PLACEMENT OF SOFFITS ON PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY AT 206 N. LINN
STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA. The Mayor noted that the Public Works Department
and the Building Inspector recommended against the approval of the soffit
because the public right-of-way should be saved for public purposes. The
City Manager stated each request is handled separately and this request is
similar to one approved for the New Pioneer Co-op. The City Attorney said
an agreement has been signed by the owner agreeing to indemnify the City
of any liability. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson
absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 88-58, Bk. 97,
p. 58, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY DESIGN PLANS FOR URBAN RENEWAL PARCEL 93-
3. Staffinember Cain present for discussion. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 88-59, Bk. 97,
p. 59, AUTHORIZING THE SOLICITATION OF OFFERS TO PURCHASE FOR PRIVATE
REDEVELOPMENT PARCEL C IN THE LOWER RALSTON CREEK AREA OF IOWA CITY;
INDICATING THE COUNCIL'S INTENT TO SELL THAT PARCEL; SETTING A PUBLIC
HEARING FOR 5/17/88, ON OFFERS TO PURCHASE PARCEL C; AND AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO CAUSE PUBLICATION OF NOTICES OF THE INVITATION
TO SUBMIT PROPOSALS AND OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON OFFERS TO PURCHASE SAID
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April 5, 1988
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PARCEL. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Ambrisco, to adopt RES. 88-60, Bk. 97,
p. 60, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE ELDERLY SERVICES AGENCY TO ADMINISTER THE HOUSING
REPAIR PROGRAM FOR ELDERLY, DISABLED AND HANDICAPPED PERSONS. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Horowitz, to adopt RES. 88-61, Bk. 97,
p. 61, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A REVISED ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS
CONTRACT, HOUSING VOUCHER PROGRAM NO. IA-05-VO22-007. Affirmative roll
call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor declared the resolu-
tion adopted.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Horowitz, to adopt RES. 88-62, Bk. 97,
p. 62, REVISING THE FY88 ANNUAL BUDGET FOR PUBLIC HOUSING. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Horowitz, that ORD. 88-3370, Bk. 29, p.
12, AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES PROVISIONS RELATING TO ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGES, WINE, AND BEER IN PUBLIC PLACES AND BUILDINGS AND AUTHORIZING
CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AND BEER IN MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS IF A
LIQUOR CONTROL LICENSE IS OBTAINED, be passed and adopted. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor declared the
ordinance adopted.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Horowitz, that ORD. 88-3371, Bk. 29,
p. 13, AMENDING CHAPTER 32.1, ENTITLED "TAXATION AND REVENUES" OF THE CODE
OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF IOWA CITY, IOWA, BY AMENDING SECTION 32.1-65
AND 32.1-73 THEREIN TO, RESPECTIVELY, INCREASE FEES FOR USE OF SWIMMING
POOLS AND TO AMEND THE LISTING OF WATER MAIN TAPPING SERVICE FEES.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor
declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Horowitz, that the rule requiring
ordinances to be considered and vote on for final passage at two Council
meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be
suspended, the first consideration and vote be waived and the second
consideration be given at this time. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Horowitz, that the ordinance amending
Chapter 9.1 entitled "City Plaza" of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Iowa City, Iowa, by amending Section 9.1-4 therein to prohibit and
regulate the use of bicycles, skateboards, roller skates and coasting of
any kind in the City Plaza, be given second vote for passage. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor declared the
motion carried. Councilmembers noted the number of complaints, the amount
spent on the restoration of the Minipark, and stressed enforcement of the
ordinance.
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April 5, 1988
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Moved bAmbrisco, seconded by Strait, top. 63, RATIFYING AMENDMENT TO REZONING APPLICATIONoWITHt.RJOHNSON6COUNTY AND
APPROVING CONDITIONAL ZONING AGREEMENT WITH JOHNSON COUNTY (Wastewater
Treatment Plant Site). After discussion, moved by Horowitz, seconded by
Strait, to amend page 2 of the agreement, item #1, first sentence, by
including the legal description of the road. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Dickson absent. Affirmative roll call
vote on the amended resolution unanimous, 6/0, Dickson absent. The Mayor
declared the resolution adopted. The Mayor reviewed the status of
negotiations with the County, the University, and the State Department of
Natural Resources. Council reminded the public of a public hearing
scheduled with the Bd. of Supervisors Thursday evening, April 7, at 5:00
p.m.
Moved by Ambrisco, seconded by Strait, to adjourn 10:05 p.m. The
mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Dickson absent.
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Informal Council Discussion
April 4, 1988
Informal Council Discussion: April 4, 1988 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council
Chambers in the Civic Center. Mayor John McDonald presiding.
Council Present: Strait, Horowitz, Larson, Ambrisco, Dickson, Courtney,
McDonald.
Staff Present: Atkins, Karr, Smith, Sueppel, Franklin, Boothroy, Cain,
c maladeke,Brinton, Moreno.
Tape Reco_rdinSi�: Reel 68-23, Side 1, 1 -End, Side 2, 1 -End; Reel 88-24, Side
Tj�, e 2, End -541.
Consent Calendar Additions: Reel 88-23, Side 1
City Council agreed to add a Class C liquor license for Season's Best to the
consent calendar.
Planning & Zoning Matters:
A. Seta public hearing for April 19, 1988
,l unci va-6ian%n r anne a an use dE
No Council comment.
8. Set a�ublic hearingfor April
thou we qua ran of the In
Reel 88-23, Side 1
an amendment to the Cam
It10n Tor an area soucn
Yard from residential,
we ing unl s per acre.
a rezonina of 4.75 acres
Franklin stated this request is for the Iowa City Retirement Center and
Council will get a subdivision and large scale development plan.
C. Seta ublic hearin for A ril 19, 1988, on an ordinance establishinga
rote ure for the co ectlon o tel o re a eve o ers or costs In
curre in ns a lna o -sl a pu is ace 1 les _nee e o support
Franklin said this item is in connection with the Southwest Estates and
tap -in fees are to recoup costs of the capital improvements that are
charged to the developer at the onset of development.
D. Set a public hear
mT4A1 mm� reFensive
No Council comment.
1988, on a resolution to amend t
ange a an use es gna ion o
er Avenue onlc o�Tra
identia to residentialat a dense
E. Public hear
ordinanc
rezone Lot 93,Ty'n Cae Subdivisior
Franklin explained the rezoning would allow standard residential family -
8 dwellings per acre. The applicant proposes to resubdivide the lot into
three duplex lots.
F. Ordinance to rezone Lot 93 Ty'n Cae Subdivision Part 2, located on
Franklin said Council received correspondence from Mr. Hodge requesting
expedited action on this item. In response to Courtney, Franklin said
that there was no public input received.
G. Public hearingon an ordinance to rezone the site of Hunter's Run Subdi-
vision, Parts 2 an a 57.66 -acre tract imme late to t e west rom PDH -5
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Franklin stated this ordinance would permit development as a
conventional, single-family residential subdivision.
H. Public hearing on an ordinance to
615 East
Franklin stated the Planning and Zoning Commission reconnended denial by
a vote of 5-2 which was consistent with staff recommendation for denial.
Franklin stated that included in Council packets was an ordinance to
rezone and a resolution expressing reasons for denial. Staff recommended
denial because it is inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan and it
violates the intent of the RNC -20 zone. Franklin said there was a con-
cern by the Planning and Zoning Commission that they be consistent.
Franklin asked Council if the resolution for denial should be placed on
the agenda. McDonald stated Council will discuss this item at Tuesday's
formal Council meeting.
Franklin said this is a conditional zoning. The Planing and Zoning
Commission recommended approval of the rezoning condition that future
development in the area would have to have secondary access. The condi-
tional zoning agreement says the City agrees to the rezoning of 18.42
acres from ID -RS to RS -5, allows development of 26 residential lots, and
no further rezoning of the 42 acres will be approved until secondary
access is provided. Dickson asked if 18 acres would be safe without
secondary access. Franklin referred Councilmembers to a memo from Fire
Chief Larry Donner outlining reservations. In response to Larson,
Franklin stated Pepperwood Addition, Normandy Drive area and existing
First and Rochester are developments with more than 29 units but without
secondary access. Franklin presented Councilmembers with a plat map of
the proposed development. McDonald noted the Planning and Zoning Commis-
sion is planning to review the secondary access policy and make recommen-
dations to Council. Councilmembers discussed secondary access
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possibilities for the area. Franklin said another concern is to increase
traffic generated by the extension of the development. Franklin said the
question to Council is if they agree with the Planning and Zoning Commis-
sion that the subdivision be allowed to be developed without secondary
access in anticipation of getting the secondary access in the future.
Franklin said the Planning and Zoning Commission should address the
secondary access issue by this summer. Ambrisco stated he had not prob-
lems with the proposed conditional zoning language. McDonald noted the
conditional zoning was a compromise worked out between the Planning and
Zoning Commission and the developer.
J. Ordinance to rezone an 18.43 -acre tract north of Rochester
No Council comment.
K. Ordinance regarding storage of special vehicles.
No Council comment.
L. Resolution aperovinq the preliminary plat of the resubdivision of Hiah-
Franklin said the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval by
a vote of 6-0 which was consistent with staff recommendation. Franklin
noted all deficiencies have been resolved.
M. Resolution a rovin the reliminar lot for Southwest Estat
sion, ar s an 4, an approxima a acre 55 -lot sing e-
entia sU division located north of Rn rat Pnnrl an ...
Franklin said secondary access was also an issue in this subdivision; the
Planning and Zoning Commission decided to have a written policy regarding
secondary access; this is tied to a tap line fee ordinance; and this
ordinance was mentioned in Fire Chief Larry Donner's memo regarding
secondary access.
N. Resolution approving the oreliminar
O.
Franklin said this is a 47 -lot subdivision accessed from Rapid Creek Road
and Highway 1 North. Franklin said that Planning and Zoning recommended
approval by a vote of 7-0 and is consistent with staff recommendation.
Franklin asked Council to defer action on this item because the legal
papers have not been approved.
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P. Recommendations of the Plan in and Zonin Commission that within the
Vi age Green, Part 11, Su division, par ina on Hamo on Stree be oro i -
Franklin said the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval by
a vote of 6-0. Franklin said if Council concurs with these requirements,
this would be referred to the Traffic Engineer.
Appointments: Reel 88-24, Side 1
Housing Commission: 1) Al Kruse
2) Ralph Coty
Planning & Zoning Commission: 1) Ton Scott
2) Mary Ann Wallace
Animal Control Advisory Board: 1) One year - Janice Becker
2) Three year - Marvin Klahn
Horowitz noted the Historic Preservation Commission bylaws and requested the
vacancy (scheduled for 4/19) be filled by an architect.
Council Time/Agenda:
Reel 88-24, Side 1
1. (Agenda Item #46) Ambrisco said Council received a letter from Carry
Brandaw Architects, requesting expedited action on the Iowa City Re-
tirement Center project.
2. Ambrisco noted Councilmembers received a memo from City Manager Atkins
regarding the ICAD presentation. Ambrisco said he encourages their
activities.
3. Council agreed to not schedule a City Council meeting on May 31, 1988.
Additions to Holiday Inn: Reel 88-24, Side 1
Cain explained that because the original Holiday Inn was constructed with an
Urban Development Action Grant, the Council needs to give its consent to any
alterations to the original premises and to any additional financing, Cain
introduced Fred Katter, President of Pineapple Management; Diane Paauwe,
Director of Development; and Steve Tarara, Holiday Inn Manager. Fred Katter
presented information regarding the growth in revenues and the proposed
addition to the Holiday Inn. Katter stated the expansion will add an eighth
and ninth floor, expand the hotel from 178 rooms to 236 rooms, upgrade the
elevator systems, and upgrade the electrical and mechanical systems. Katter
said the construction would begin in May and be completed by the start of the
University football season. Katter stated his company is strongly inter-
ested in the adjacent property to the east of the hotel. Katter asked Coun-
cil for their support for the proposed addition onto the hotel. In response
to Strait, Katter said the Holiday Inn has room for growth in the food and
beverage business and can accommodate additional parking. Katter said that
by adding rooms, the hotel will be able to encourage convention business. In
response to Horowitz, Katter said the height of the hotel as it relates to
the other downtown buildings was studied. In response to Courtney, Katter
said only two floors could be added to the present structure. Atkins said
the City will try to accommodate the parking needs for the construction
project.
Construction of Water Storage Tanks/University Parking Ram
eel 88-24, Side 1
Dick Gibson presented a model of an information relating to the proposed
construction of the water storage tank and University parking ramp. Gibson
explained issues relating to the 28E Agreement are: right-of-way on Capitol
Street, vacation of right-of-way on Bloomington Street, easements on Daven-
port Street, temporary construction easements, construction and cost reim-
bursement, ownership of storage tanks/City, ownership of land/University,
maintenance obligations of tank, maintenance obligations of parking struc-
ture, and the construction process.
Rod Kruse, Hebert, Lewis, Kruse, Blunck Architects, presented the model of
the proposed project. Kruse said the project is comprised of the parking
garage structure, central cooling tower elements, water storage tank and
recreation deck. Kruse said the project includes a handicapped accessible
bridge, elevator and stairway system that also serves the garage. Kruse
proposed closing Bloomington Street and maintaining a fire and service access Side 2
alley. Kruse noted the University long-range plans include closing North
Capitol Street for a pedestrian mall. In response to Strait, Kruse said the
University anticipates that construction will start mid or late summer. In
response to Larson, Schmadeke said construction and operating costs for the
storage tank at that location were considered. In response to Strait, Atkins
estimated cost of the project would be paid by an estimated 3% increase in
user rates. In response to Horowitz, Brinton said the new storage tank would
not improve/affect the taste of water.
Council gave their support for the project as proposed. Atkins stated Coun-
cil will be voting on the matter again. Gibson stated after adoption of the
resolution 4/5, the Board of Regents will be contacted and work begun on a
28E agreement.
Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.