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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION PACKET
January 10, 2008
JANUARY 14 WORK SESSION ITEMS
IP1 Council Meetings and Work Session Agenda
IP2 Memorandum from the City Clerk: 2008 Meeting Schedule (January-March 5) (including
Budget Work Sessions and City Manager Search)
IP3 Memorandum from the Police Chief: Justification for Front Desk Personnel
MISCELLANEOUS
IP4 Documentation from the City Clerk: FY09 Community Event and Program Funding
Applicants
IP5 Memorandum from the Public Works Director: December Snow and Ice Control
Summary
IP6 Memorandum from Bob Elliott: Mayor
IP7 E-mails from Joan Cook and Tom Brase: Minutes and DOT Grant for elder transportation
IP8 Memorandum from Nick VanderZwan: Neighborhood on-street parking during snow
events
IP9 Memorandum from JCCOG Executive Director: JCCOG Joint Emergency
Communication Center Subcommittee
IP10 Agenda Packet: Economic Development Committee: January 15, 2008
IP11 Approved Minutes: Violence Against Women Task Force -December 17, 2007
DRAFT MINUTES
IP12 Economic Development Committee: December 18, 2007
IP13 Police Citizens Review Board: January 8, 2008
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CITY OF IOWA CITY Work Session Agendas January 10, 2008
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• MONDAY, JANUARY 14 Emma J. Harvat Hall
5:45p Budget/Fire Chief & Police Chief Q8~A
6:30p Special Formal Council Meeting -Separate Agenda posted
Executive Session -Pending and imminent litigation
Snacks will be City Council Work Session
provided Planning and Zoning Item "b"
• Council Appointments
• Agenda Items
^ Council Time
^ Schedule of Pending Discussion Items
• Budget/Hiring Priorities
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• TUESDAY, JANUARY 15 Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:OOp Formal Council Meeting
TENTATIVE FUTURE MEETINGS AND AGENDAS
• MONDAY, JANUARY 21
Martin Luther King Jr. Day -City Offices Closed
• WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23 Emma J. Harvat Hall
5:30p Special Council Work Session
• Affordable Housing Market Analysis
6:30p Boards/Commissions/Events
• Budget
• THURSDAY, JANUARY 24 Emma J. Harvat Hall
8:OOa - 5:OOp Special Budget Work Session (Capital Projects)
• MONDAY, JANUARY 28 Emma J. Harvat Hall
8:OOa - 3:OOp Special Budget Work Session (wrap up)
6:30p Special Council Work Session
Budget
• TUESDAY, JANUARY 29 Emma J. Harvat Hall
7:OOp Special Formal Council Meeting
• THURSDAY, JANUARY 31 Emma J. Harvat Hall
6:30p Special Formal Council Meeting -Separate Agenda posted
Executive Session -City Manager Search
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DATE: January 10, 2008
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk 'SV~'~
RE: 2008 Meeting Schedule (January-March.5)
(including Budget Work Sessions and City Manager Search)
At your work session on Tuesday, January 8, Council agreed to the following schedule. Please
put these on your personal calendar.
Monday, January 14 -Special Work Session (5:45 PM)
Tuesday, January 15 -Formal (7:00 PM)
Monday, January 21
Wednesday, January 23
Thursday, January 24
Monday, January 28
Tuesday, January 29
Thursday, January 31
-City Holiday
-Special Affordable Housing/Budget Work Session (5:30 PM)
-Special Budget CIP's Work Session (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
-Special Budget Work Session (8:00 AM -3:00 PM)
Special Work Session (6:30 PM)
- Special Formal (7:00 PM)
-Special Formal/Ex. Session City Manager Search (6:30 PM)
Monday, February 4 -Work Session (6:30 PM)
Tuesday, February 5 -Formal (7:00 PM)*
Friday, February 15 -Special Formal/Ex. Session City Manager Search "*
Saturday, February 16 -Special Formal/Ex. Session City Manager Search **
Monday, February 18 -City Holiday
Special Formal/Ex. Session City Manager Search (6:30 PM)
Tuesday, February 19 -Special Work Session (TBD)
Formal (7:00 PM)
Wednesday, February 20 - Joint meeting in Coralville (4:30 PM)
Saturday, March 1 Special Formal/Ex. Session City Manager Search **
Monday, March 3 -Regular Work Session (6:30 PM)
Tuesday, March 4 -Regular Formal (7:00 PM)
Future meeting 2008 regular meeting schedule (first and third Tuesday) resumed.
Goal to set public hearing on the budget February 5; hold public hearing on February 19 and
approve the budget March 4.
** Set aside day and evening; specific times to be determined
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INTER-DEPARTMENT MEMO
TO: Mr. Dale Helling
FROM: Chief Sam Hargadine
RE: Justification for Front Desk Personnel
DATE: January 10, 2008
Because dispatch personnel now man the police front desk there are numerous duties
that they have been responsible for; however, when the new Joint Communication
Center is built these personnel will no longer be present requiring someone else to do
them. Some of these duties are:
Answering the phone; the department's main phone number (319) 356-5275 needs to
be answered 24/7, 365 days a year. These are typically non-emergency calls from
other police agencies throughout the country, information requests from citizens and
they run the gamut as to the types of calls. "Where is the jail" and "my basement is
flooding what do I do?" Many times these calls need to be routed to specific divisions or
specific officers.
A secondary component of answering the phone and with walk up business will be
entering a "Call for Service" in to the dispatch system, just like a dispatcher will at the
center. This function should occur identically for the front desks at all Johnson County
police stations. It may be Coralville's case but if the victim walks in to ICPD, when it
gets shipped to Joint Communications the computer will automatically assign a
Coralville police unit to the call. The same should occur for N. Liberty, University
Heights and Johnson County Sheriff. This is a huge benefit of Joint Dispatch.
Warrant entry; presently dispatchers enter warrants for wanted individuals. Access to
State and Federal systems requires certified access by trained operators. Continual
recertification is required in order to enter and clear warrants.
Typed police reports; presently ICPD scans hand written documents for permanent
archival. When the new Records Management System is implemented all reports will
be typed. Front desk personnel when not busy will be tasked with typing dictation in to
the RMS system and/or from the hand written form.
Uniformed Presence; often times people entering a police station are already under
stress or they have been victimized by a crime. How they are first met is critical to their
perception of how competent their police department is. While it is basic customer
relations it can't be emphasized enough. Having a trained professional greet them and
get them to the appropriate officer or investigator is vital. Those who work in City
Government, whether staff or elected, deal with many kinds of people and were used to
it. Many times though the only interaction a person has with their local government is at
the police department and it's almost never under pleasant circumstances. Having a
trained professional CSO greet these customers is vital.
Safe Haven; Children and stalking victims are encouraged to go to the police
department if anyone is bothering or following them. Any citizen or resident should do
this and there needs to be a trained person there who recognizes that something is
amiss when this occurs.
Court judges frequently write in dissolution papers and custody agreements that
children will be transferred for visitation in the police front lobby. This is done to deter
hostile confrontations.
It is not a rare instance when disturbances erupt in our lobby. The front desk person
needs to remain calm and summon officers from within the building. Therefore an
untrained "receptionist" is not recommended.
It has been suggested that Records clerks should run the front desk. Records clerks
already have a large work load and should not be permanently tasked with front desk
duties. For example, injured officers on "light duty" typically work in Records and there
is always additional work for them in addition to several volunteers.
There are many departments that shut down their front lobby at 5:00 PM and citizens
must pick up a phone that rings to dispatch. An officer is then dispatched to contact
them in the lobby. This is a step backwards for Iowa City and I do not recommend it for
our citizens.
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FYO9 Community Event and Program Funding Applicants
(invitations sent for January 23 presentations)
Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center New Horizons Band
Nancy Wombacher
3644 Elgin Drive
Iowa City, IA 52245
Evert Conner Rights and Resource Center for Independent Living
Keith Ruff/Karen Kubby
730 S. Dubuque Street
Iowa City, IA 52240
Extend the Dream Foundation
Tom Walz
401 S. Gilbert Street
Iowa City, IA 52240
Johnson County Local Food Alliance
James Nisly
PO Box 93
Iowa City, IA 52244-0093
Iowa City Community String Orchestra
Ronda Marshall
1339 Cedar Street
Iowa City, IA 52245-3001
Habeas Corpus
Mark McCusker & Nora Garda
26 E. Market Street
Iowa City, IA 52245
Johnson County Historical Society
Irving Weber Days
Shaner Magalhaes
860 Quarry Road
Coralville, IA 52241
Iowa City/Coralville Jaycees
Kevin Meller
325 E Washington Street
Iowa City, IA 52240
Riverside Theatre
Sara O'Leary
213 N. Gilbert Street
Iowa City, IA 52245
Summer of the Arts
Mary Duncan
PO Box 3128
Iowa City, IA 52244-3128
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Youth Advisory Commission
Marian K. Karr
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January 9, 2008
Dear FY09 Community Event and Program Funding Applicant:
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
410 East Washin;ton Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240-1826
(319) 356-5000
(319) 356-5009 FAX
www.icgov.org
The City Council has scheduled a budget work session addressing community
events FY09 budget requests for Wednesday, January 23, starting at 6:30 p.m. If
your organization would like to address the Council during this work session, please
call me at 356-5041 (marian-karr@iowa-city.org) to schedule a time as soon as
possible.
That evening Council will be hearing from organizations and City Boards and
Commissions. Presentations are being scheduled 15 minutes apart. It is suggested
that the presentation last no longer than 10 minutes followed by five minutes for
questions.
It is intended this time be used to discuss changes to the proposed budget.
I will provide a schedule to you and include one in the Council information packet on
January 17.
Sincerely,
Marian K. Karr
City Clerk
City of Iowa City
MEMORANDUM
TO: Staff of City Boards and Commissions O
FROM: Marian K. Karr, City Clerk D
DATE: January 9, 2008
(E-mail attachment; hard copy to follow)
The City Council has scheduled a budget work session addressing the FY08 budget
requests for Wednesday, January 23, starting at 6:30 p.m. If your Board or
Commission would like to address the Council during this work session, please call
me at 356-5041 (or email works too) to schedule a time as soon as possible.
Boards and Commissions are being scheduled 15 minutes apart, and suggest each
appearance include a 10 minute presentation followed by five minutes for questions.
It is intended this time be used to discuss changes to the proposed budget.
I will provide a schedule to you and include in the Council information packet of
January 17.
S:budget presentations-Boards & Commissions
City of Iowa City 1P5
MEMORANDUM
To: Dale Helling, Interim City Manager
From: Rick Fosse, Public Works Director ~~
Date: Janua 10, 2008
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RE: December Snow and Ice Control Summary
Here is a quick summary of snow and ice control expenses during the month of
December for the Public Works Department. The only staff expenses listed below are
for overtime. Regular hours worked are not included.
Streets Division Overtime - 2,161 hrs (108% of annual budget) $69,951
Equipment Division Overtime $11,200
Salt - 1,306 tons (57% of annual allotment) $88,129
Sand - 1,625 tons $9,831
Plow blade edge replacements (wearing surface of the blade) $5,800
Contract hauling of snow from Downtown $17,808
Fuel 21 007
Total $223,726
This total is for public streets and does not include trails, public sidewalks and parking
facilities.
This total does include snow removal from the Central Business District. This is a
combined effort utilizing staff from the Public Works and Parks Departments as well as
private sector truckers. One night of downtown snow removal will average $12,000 to
$15,000 for staff, fuel, salt/sand and private truckers.
Related to this year's winter weather is a bumper crop of potholes. The freezing rain
and freeze/thaw cycles that we have experienced combine to cause extensive damage
to our pavements. Water penetrates the pavement through cracks and micro-fissures
and then expands when it freezes. Repeated cycles of this penetration and freezing
causes the pavement to break apart in much the same way as a milk bottle will break on
the porch when it freezes on a cold night. We currently are running three pothole
patching crews and averaging 5 tons of cold-mix asphalt per day. These temporary
repairs will be repeated as necessary throughout the winter and replaced with more
durable patches next spring and summer when hot-mix asphalt is available. We can
expect significantly higher pavement maintenance costs this year.
Snow removal and pavement maintenance are funded with Road Use Tax.
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Bob Elliott
1108 Dover Street, Iowa City, Iowa 52240
To: Regenia Bailey and Ross Wilburn:
From: Bob Elliott
Date: January 3, 2008
RE: Mayor, mayor
Ross, thank you for all you did so very well during your term as mayor. I'm appreciative
that, finally, Iowa City was represented by an African-American mayor, thus illustrating
the value of our diverse population and also providing a role model for all minority
residents of our community. And you did an excellent job of serving as that role model.
I'm aware of the many, many hours you spent at a wide range of local and statewide
events representing our city as mayor.
Thank you for an important, time-consuming job very well done.
And Regenia, I extend my congratulations on being elected by your colleagues to serve
as our mayor for the next two years.
You'll be a good one.
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From: Tom Brase [tbrase@co.johnson.ia.us]
Sent: Tuesday, January 08, 2008 10:56 AM
To: Ron Logsden; Joan Cook; Eve Casserly; driftwoodoa@juno.com;vrobrock@ci.coralville.ia.us;
Susan Rogusky; spazianic@msn.com; Dee Vanderhoef; Council; John Yapp; dpleslie2 a~inav.net;
Linda Severson; kelliot@kirkwood.edu; Kristopher Ackerson; Nick VanderZwan;
slizboyd@msn.com;regenia@baileyforiowacity.com; Michelle Buhman; Lori Buzynski;
RAJ31 JENS@aol.com;dholderness@ci.coralville.ia.us
Subject: DOT Grant for elder transportation
Here is the shortcut to the website containing the information on possible funding
for coordination of transit and human services.
Shortcut to:
http://www.iatransit.com/regulations/policy changes/special projects.doc
Tom Brase
Director of Johnson County SEATS
2000 James St., Suite 111
Coralville, IA. 52241
(319) 339-6128 ext. 6
-----Original Message-----
From: Ron Logsden [mailto:Ron-Logsden@iowa-city.org]
Sent: Tuesday, January 08, 2008 8:53 AM
To: Joan Cook; Eve Casserly
Cc: Tom Brase; dholdernessc~ci.coralville.ia.us; driftwoodoa@juno.com;
vrobrock@ci.coralville.ia.us; Susan Rogusky; spazianicCmsn.com; Dee Vanderhoef;
Council; John Yapp; dpleslie2@inav.net; Linda Severson; kelliot@kirkwood.edu;
Kristopher Ackerson; Nick VanderZwan; slizboyd@msn.com;
regeniaCbaileyforiowacity.com; Michelle Buhman; Lori Buzynski; RAJ31JEN5@aol.com
Subject: RE: Tranportation Action Team meeting Jan 8
I tried to send this e-mail out yesterday before the meeting but our
e-mail system was down. Anyway, I was not able to make it to the
meeting today due to a schedule conflict.
Thanks,
Ron Logsden
-----Original Message-----
From: Joan Cook [mailto:jcook@elderservicesiowa.com]
Sent: Monday, January 07, 2008 1:10 PM
To: Eve Casserly
Cc: tbrase@co.johnson.ia.us; dholderness@ci.coralville.ia.us;
driftwoodoaCjuno.com; Ron Logsden; vrobrockCci.coralville.ia.us; Susan
Rogusky; spazianic@msn.com; Dee Vanderhoef; Council; John Yapp;
dpleslie2@inav.net; Linda Severson; kelliot@kirkwood.edu; Kristopher
Ackerson; Nick VanderZwan; slizboyd@msn.com;
regenia@baileyforiowacity.com; Michelle Buhman;
lbuzynski@co.johnson.ia.us; RAJ3IJENS@aol.com
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Hello all,
With the holidays and submission of the Transportation Grant we feel a
need to regroup.
Please let me know if you have other agenda items.
Thanks,
Joan and Eve
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Logsden; vrobrock@ci.coralville.ia.us; Susan Rogusky; spazianic@msn.com; Dee
Vanderhoef; Council; John Yapp; dpleslie2@inav.net; Linda Severson; kelliot@kirkwood.edu;
Kristopher Ackerson; Nick VanderZwan; slizboyd@msn.com; regenia@baileyforiowacity.com;
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Hello all,
With the holidays and submission of the Transportation Grant we feel a need to regroup.
Please let me know if you have other agenda items.
Thanks,
Joan and Eve
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January 8, 2008- 8:30 AM - 9:30
Iowa City Public Library Meeting Room B
Agenda
Meeting.notes: Need: volunteer to take notes at these team meetings and send to the
rest of the group via email.
Goals as borrowed from NCST & as discussed): Our mission is to increase
transportation options for older adults, to simplify older adults' access to
transportation services and to increase the quality of transportation services of older
adults, inform older adults and others in the community about transportation options
in the area in order that they may be better realized and thusly to enhance the ability
of frail seniors to live more independently within their community.
Action: How, now, do we pursue other funding such as DOT for elder transportation?
Transportation Grant is submitted.
Action: How can senior transportation options be made more widely known in the
community to:
Seniors & their families
Service agencies
Include giving public credit to the governx~xental agencies who are working to enhance
services (such as the bus service and our SCATS service). Who will work on this public
relations/public education endeavor? ',
Is everyone on the National Center on Transportation email list for Newsletters?
The center exnails newsletters each month with helpful links.
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January 2, 2008 CITY OF IOWA CITY
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, Iowa 52240- 1826
(319) 356-5000
(3I9) 356-5009 FAX
Re: Neighborhood on-street parking during snow events www.icgov.org
Dear Resident:
Due to recent snow events it has come to our attention that some narrow City streets create a
conflict between on-street parking and City snowplow crews. The City would like to guarantee
enough travel width for snowplows and emergency vehicles to safely traverse your
neighborhood street, and also not permanently prohibit on-street parking.
During winter, and especially after there have been a couple of snow events, vehicles tend to be
parked farther from the curb than normal. Because this is not a problem during most of the
year, we would like to see if this matter can be resolved through voluntary compliance by those
of you in the neighborhood. We would like to find a balance between the 2 issues, therefore we
are asking that during and following snow events, please try not to park on the street until City
crews have cleared the street of snow. After your street has been cleared please feel free to
park your vehicles on the street once again.
We appreciate your voluntary compliance to the above request during snow events. Please feel
free to contact me at 356-5254 or at nick-vanderzwan@iowa-city.org if you have any questions
or comments.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
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Nick VanderZwan
JCCOG Traffic Engineering Planner
410 E. Washington Street
Iowa City, IA 52240
319-356-5254
n ick-vanderzwan@iowa-city. org
cc: City Manager
City Council
Director of Public Works
City Engineer
Fire Chief
Police Chief
Note: Letters were sent to residents on Alpine Drive, Cornell Avenue, Dartmouth Street, and the
800 - 900 block of Dover Street.
On-Street Parking for Snowplowing - 2007-08 Winter Letter.doc
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Date: January 9, 2008
To: Iowa City City Council
From: John Yapp, Executive Director
Re: JCCOG Joint Emergency Communication Center Subcommittee
At the January 2 Iowa City City Council organizational meeting, a question was asked about one
of the elected official appointments to the JC~OG Joint Emergency Communication Center
Subcommittee. Regenia Bailey currently serves on this subcommittee. This appointment was
made by the JCCOG Urbanized Area Policy Board. A question was raised regarding Regenia's
continuing to serve on this subcommittee.
As with any ad hoc committee or task force, 'the appointment is intended to last until the
committee work is completed, or the appointee rbsigns or is removed. Mayor Bailey is willing to
remain on the JCCOG Joint Emergency Communications Subcommittee until its work is
completed. The JCCOG Urbanized Area Policy Board is the appropriate body to consider any
modifications to subcommittee membership.
Let me know if you have any questions.
cc: Dale Helling
Marian Karr
Jeff Davidson
Jccog/memo/emrgcommsubcom. doc
AGENDA
City of Iawa City
City Council Economic l.~evelopment Committee
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
8:30 a.m.
Lobby Conference Room
Iowa City City Hall
1. Call to Order
2. Consider approval of the minutes of the December 18, 2007 Economic
Development Committee Meeting
3. Discussion of CDBG Economic Development Funds Application: Guido's
4. Downtown Study, next steps
5. 2007 Annual Economic Development Report
6. Memorandum of Understanding with Iowa City Area Development Group
7. Staff time
8. Committee time
9. Adjournment
MINUTES DRAFT
CITY COUNCIL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
DECEMBER 18, 2007
CITY HALL, LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM, 8:3p A.M.
Members Present: Regenia Bailey, Connie Champion, Bob Elliott
Staff Present: Wendy Ford, Tracy Hightshoe, Jeff Davidson
Others Present: Steve Harding, Alisa Weinstein, Codi Josephson, Gig Wood
RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL
Elliot moved and Champion seconded the minutes of the November 13, 2007, meeting be
approved as presented. Motion carried 3-0.
Champion then moved to approve the $40,000 CDBG Economic Development Fund Loan
application for the Wedge Piueria, seconded by Elliott. Motion carried 3-0.
Elliott moved to approve the $15,000 CDBG Economic Development Fund Loan application
for the Home Ec Workshop, seconded by Chafnpion. Motion carried 3-0.
Elliott moved to recommend to the Council approval of the $2,000 funding request for the
University of Iowa Small Business Developmeint Center, seconded by Champion. Motion
carried 3-0.
Champion moved to defer the funding request by the Entrepreneurial Development Center
for six months, seconded by Elliott. Motion carried 3-0.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER:
Chairperson Regenia Bailey called the meeting tp order at 8:32 A.M.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 13.'2007:
Elliot moved and Champion seconded the minutes of the November 13, 2007, meeting be
approved as presented. Motion carried 3-0.
DISCUSSION OF CDBG ECONOMIC DEVELO MENT FUNDS APPLICATIONS:
A. Wedge Piueria -Hightshoe addressed the ommittee regarding the application from the
Wedge Pizzeria. The Wedge would like to expand to the Pedestrian Mall, where they plan to
employ several managers and employees. She noted that they have been good to work with,
and have maintained an excellent credit score. They have maintained their operating profit, as
well. Hightshoe is recommending $40,000 loan with a maximum term of seven years at 3%
interest. Champion questioned if this is what the committee is looking for downtown, in light of
the recent Market Niche study. She also stated that she has some objections to the fact that full-
time employees would not be receiving benefits. Steve Harding addressed this issue, stating that
for him to provide health benefits for ten people would not be feasible. Elliott questioned why
they should approve this request in particular, when there could be 200 other businesses that
want to expand in town. Bailey noted that those businesses are also eligible to request funds.
She stated that the Wedge would be moving in where New York Deli is moving out, and that the
Wedge will not serve alcohol is desirable to her. Bailey stated that she believes it makes sense
for this move to take place. She then asked Harding for some clarification on his business.
City Council Economic Development Committee
December 18, 2007
Harding reiterated his wish to expand his business, stating that the hourly pay offers is above
industry standards. Elliott then asked if the $40,Oi00 being proposed is okay, as his request was
for $60,000. Hightshoe briefly explained how they came to the amount they did, giving some
background on how they decide the funding amounts. Champion then moved to approve the
$40,000 CDBG Economic Development Fund Loan application for the Wedge Pizzeria, seconded
by Elliott. Motion carried 3-0.
B. Home Ec Workshop -Hightshoe explained that the Home Ec Workshop is owned by Alisa
Weinstein and Cody Josephson. Their request is; for a new business start-up. She explained that
they are planning to open in the Northside Market Place on Linn Street. Hightshoe noted that the
business would be considered a microenterprise.' She further explained the funding that has
been reviewed, and stated that she recommends $15,000 loan for 7 years at 2% interest. The
owners of the Home Ec Workshop then addressed the Committee regarding their business plan
and vision. They noted that their business will be a community place for people to gather and do
crafty things, in classes and or individual special projects. Elliott and Champion both agreed that
the business sounds like a good concept for the area. Hightshoe explained how the proposed
loan amount was determined, and noted that the Committee has the option to change the
amount. Elliott asked for some clarification on the financial aspects, and shared concerns of
loaning too little an amount. Elliott moved to approve the $15,000 CDBG Economic Development
Fund Loan application for the Home Ec Workshop, seconded by Champion. Motion carried 3-0.
DISCUSSION OF REQUESTS FOR FUNDING:
University of Iowa Small Business Developm$nt Center -Ford reviewed the request from
Paul Heath at the University of Iowa Small Business Development Center for $2,000. The Center
has recently been funded a new line of $25,000 from the Iowa Values Fund, for which they need
a local match. They are requesting the $2,000 frpm Iowa City and similar amounts from the other
local communities they serve. She noted that the SBDC has been very helpful in assisting some
of the applicants for CDBG funds.
Entrepreneurial Development Center -Ford rgported that EDC has been in existence for about
four years. Their mission is to provide resources;to highly scalable, fast-growing companies in
the Corridor. She noted that their main role is to fink upfast-growing businesses with financial
resources. She also noted that this is their first request for funding from the City, and that they
are also requesting funding from the surrounding cities and the County. Elliott expressed his
concerns about the funding request. Bailey asked for some clarification on why this is being
requested from the City. Ford explained how the jrequest came in through the City Manager's
office and then was given to the Economic Development Committee to decide if it would be
appropriate.
The Committee then discussed both requests, weighing whether Economic Development funds
are appropriate for these two Centers. They deeded to defer, for six months, the $15,000
request from the Entrepreneurial Development Cienter. Ford will follow up with them and request
they provide the committee with more detail on tl~e program. Elliott moved to recommend to the
Council approval of the $2,000 funding request fqr the University of Iowa Small Business
Development Center, seconded by Champion. I~'lotion carried 3-0. Champion moved to defer the
funding request by the Entrepreneurial Development Center for six months, seconded by Elliott.
Motion carried 3-0.
DOWNTOWN MARKET NICHE ANALYSIS - di' cuss next action ste s:
Davidson reviewed the recent presentations of fi dings by the consultants and explained the
committee needed to decide how they want to irr'lplement the recommendations in the report.
Davidson shared some of his ideas, stating that tjhe "buy in" of the vision is a critical item. He
noted that in talking to others about the study, it has become evident that the City's lead in this
could be an issue. He gave some history of the City's past involvement in downtown initiatives,
and then addressed some of the specific recommendations for the downtown, noting the key
recommendations require the work of someone in a downtown management position. Champion
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December 18, 2007
stated that she agrees with Davidson in that the involvement of the private sector is critical. She
noted that perhaps the Downtown Association coluld be helpful in bringing some of these people
together in order to discuss the future of the dowmtown. Elliott questioned whether the Downtown
Association would be the appropriate organization to lead it.
Davidson asked if the committee thinks a "downtown manager" is the way to strike this
public/private partnership. Elliott stated that he believes they need to find out if businesses are
even interested. Davidson addressed bringing the private sector into discussions and the
challenges they would face in doing this. As a show of support for immediate improvements to
downtown, Ford suggested items that could be a~dressed immediately by the City, such as snow
removal, trash pick-up, and aggressive panhandlers. A discussion ensued regarding issues that
are City responsibilities, and those that are the responsibility of the private sector.
The discussion turned to how to involve and engage the private sector. Ford noted that the
Downtown Association is a major factor, as are the business leaders from outside the downtown
area. She stated that focusing on results, towardls more of a "here's what downtown can
be...help us get here with your ideas," discussion could be a way to begin, as opposed to
promoting the creation of another job. Elliott reiterated that he believes they need to sit down with
business owners and leaders first, to see what thrrir thoughts are on this.
Ford asked the committee if they thought an infogmational brochure explaining how the results of
the study could improve business downtown wound be beneficial. Members agreed that this
would be a good conversation starter, and Davidson said that once they have these people at the
table for discussion, they need to address such i~sues as whether or not to have a downtown
business development manager. Davidson sugg sted that he, Ford, and Hightshoe do some
research on similar cities about how they handle their downtown markets. Davidson then asked if
the committee would get names to staff of individuals they feel should be involved in these
discussions, explaining this can be a starting poirht for setting up discussions. This then led to a
brief discussion on the issue of some people not peing willing to meet in a public meeting, but
rather in cone-on-one meeting, and how should this be handled. Davidson then stated that they
would attempt to meet with people one-on-one, as needed, and also in open discussions, in order
to move forward with the Market Niche recommendations.
STAFF TIME
TIF Project Update Memos -Ford noted that the committee received copies of these update
memos, and explained the information contained'in them. She noted that United Natural
Foods/Blooming Prairie, will likely not qualify for >~he full rebate, as their employee count is below
the agreement levels. On June 1, 2008, she will ~et update employment levels and use those to
determine the "claw back" amount, or the amoun subtracted from the rebate based on
employment shortfalls. She also noted that one ¢f the pertormance measures for Pepperwood
Plaza is their vacancy rate, which is in flux, but sijill above the agreed upon 85% level.
Hightshoe spoke briefly about the State Economijc Development's Microenterprise Summit which
she and Ford attended on December 17.
COMMITTEE TIME
Bailey thanked Elliott for his work on the Economlic Development Committee.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 9:45 a.m.
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INITIAL REVIEW OF GUIDO'S DELI & MARKET
WORKING CAPITAL
Business Proposed:
Laurie Magaraci, owner of Guido's Deli & Market (227 E. 15t Street) is requesting funds
for working capital and to replace outdated equipment. The business opened in October
2005 as an Italian deli offering meats and cheeses, homemade soups, panini
sandwiches and other items. In December, the business expanded by opening a second
location at Kirkwood Community College in Iowa City.
The owner requests $50,000 for working capital and upgraded equipment.
Budget 8~ Private Financial Contribution
Applicant contributed $147,000 to the start-up of Guido's Deli and $15,000 towards the
Kirkwood expansion. Owner states the business is not in a position to go to a private
lender due to current outstanding payables.
Comprehensive Plan/CITY STEPS Plan
The project does not require public infrastructure and is located in a CI-1 zone (intensive
commercial). CITY STEPS notes a high priority for the expansion and/or retention of
business that pay at least the living wage.
Quality of Jobs
The business plans to hire two full-time positions; an office manager at $17.00 per hour
and a janitorial position at $10.00 per hour. No fringe benefits are paid. The application
states that dinner service will be reduced to three nights a week in January; however
they will start offering breakfast.
Economic Impact
The proposed CDBG funds will provide a small business with access to low interest
working capital.
Environmental/Community Involvement
The business has a history of contributing gift certificates and food donations to various
charity groups, non-profit organizations and local schools.
Items to Address:
1. The business reports a net income loss of over $48,000 each year for the last two
years. Can the business sustain two additional full time employees at this time?
2. There is no collateral for the loan and the current outstanding payables are high.
The purchased equipment would only secure a very small portion of the loan.
3. Accounts payable includes all employee and sales tax accruals. Staff was not able
to review days account payable and days accrual as these items must be
separated. These two measures are indicators on how well the business is paying
off suppliers and if employee payments match the payroll cycle. These figures are
also compared to each previous year to see if a trend emerges.
4. Total sales from January to October 2006 were $145,653. Sales for this same time
period in 2007 (November and December 2007 sales not submitted due to timing of
application) were $171,976. This is an 18% increase. Despite the increase in
sales and no lease payable expenses in 2007, the business reports a current net
income loss of $48,006.
January 2008
January 15, 2008 Council Economic Development Committee
Guido's Deli & Market
Staff Recommendation:
The owner of Guido's Deli & Market, Laura Magaraci, has made a significant investment
into the company and is looking to expand their market and increase sales. The
business has operated at a significant loss for the last two years. As of October 31,
2007, current liabilities exceed current assets by approximately $34,800.
The amount owed on applicant's revolving accounts is high. The applicant requests a
lien on the equipment purchased to secure a portion of the loan. There is no collateral
available for the working capital funds.
Staff funding recommendation: While the business is adjusting hours and making
changes to increase profitability, staff does not recommend funding the request at this
time due to the items noted above.
January 2008
Iowa City CDBG Economic Development Funds
Application for Business Financial
Assistance
Business Requesting Financial Assistance:
Individual Laurie Magaraci
Home Address 4577 Kansas Ave SW, Iowa City, IA 52240-8576
Name of Applicant Business Guido's Deli & Market
Full Street Address of Business 227 E. 1S Street Iowa City, IA 52240
Phone Number & Email Address 319-338-5356, laurie@guidosdeli.com
DUNS Number (If awarded funds, applicant must obtain a DUNS number):
Type of Business Restaurant
Date Business Established 10/12/2005
Bank of Business Account and Address (if applicable): University Iowa Community Credit Union, Iowa
City, IA 52240
NOTE: The City will not provide assistance in situations where it is determined that any repre-
sentation, warranty or statement made in connection with this application is incorrect,
false, misleading or erroneous in any material respect. If assistance has already been
provided by the City prior to discovery of the incorrect, false or misleading
representation, the City may initiate legal action to recover City funds.
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Section 1: Description of Business and Proposed Project
1.1. Describe the proposed "project" (for example, company relocation, building expansion,
remodeling, new product line, number of new jobs, amount of investment in machinery and
equipment) and the expected benefits it will receive from the financial assistance requested:
Guido's Deli is growing. Since acquiring our liquor license and the recent article in the Press
Citizen Life section; (50 Must-Do Things in the area), our business has greatly increased. To
accommodate this increase and continue to provide quality service to our customers, we are
hiring an Office Manager to oversee all details regarding the operation of Guidos, and a
maintenance man responsible for all repairs and maintenance of the restaurant. We are
opening a second location within the Kirkwood Community College Monday, Dec. 3`d and will be
hiring a Manager to oversee all of the details associated with this location in the future. Guido's
is becoming known for our homemade feta and balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing. The
demand for these items is growing. One of the benefits of enough funding is, it would give me
an opportunity to achieve my long term goal of bottling these items for retail and local
distribution. Hiring a manager will free up some of my time and allow me the opportunity to
focus on marketing and achieving our long term goals.
We would like to upgrade some of the equipment at the 227 E. 1st Street location. Our current
equipment has limitations that now make it difficult to operate efficiently. Our computer is 4 yrs
old and no longer capable of competing with advances in technology, our meat slicer is very old
and the screws that maintain the blade are stripped causing the blade to slip; this must be
replaced immediately. The dishwasher we currently use has a capacity of approximately 16
racks per hour and utilizes 3 gal of water per rack. This is reflected in our monthly utilities. The
dishwasher we would like to purchase has a capacity of approximately 24 racks per hour with a
92 second cycle utilizing 1 gal of water per rack. (see attachment. Price quote by Dean
Demorest ,Star Foods 319-364-3423).
Cutting costs in all areas of the restaurant greatly affects our receivables resulting in additional
revenue to cover operational costs. Currently, Guido's Deli is open for lunch and dinner.
Beginning in January, we are going to scale back dinner to three nights per week and start
offering breakfast. This change will increase our account receivables and aid in our account
payables.
1.2. Provide a brief history of your company:
Guido's Deli opened in October, 2005. It is an Italian inspired deli offering premium cuts of
meats and cheeses, homemade soups daily, panini sandwiches, various house specialties and
quality coffee and teas. After two years of operation, Guido's Deli has come to be recognized
all over Iowa City. We offer the feel of home in a very warm and relaxing environment.
1.3. Describe the organizational structure of the business:
Guido's Deli is owned and operated by Laurie Magaraci. Laurie is also President of Guidos. The
Office Manager and Restaurant Manager will report directly to Laurie.
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1.4. Management
(Proprietor, partners, officers, directors, all holders of outstanding stock, 100% of
ownership must be shown)
Name & Position/Title Complete Address
Owned
227 E. First Street
Laurie Ma araci, Owner Iowa city, IA 52240 100%
Attach a brief description similar to a resume of the education, technical and business
background for all the people listed under Management.
Attached is the resume for Laurie Magaraci. We have not hired any of the managerial positions,
however we have interviewed and identified the candidates.
1.5. Will the project involve a transfer of operations or jobs from any other Iowa City or
Johnson County facility or replace operations or jobs currently being provided by another
Iowa City or Johnson County company? If yes, please indicate the facility(s) and/or
company(s) affected.
There will be no transfer of jobs. All positions are newly created.
Section 2: Financial Contributions to the Proposed Project
Use of Proceeds
USE OF Proceeds
ctivity Loan Requested
(Enter gross dollar
amount rounded to
the nearest hundreds)
New Construction/Expansion Repair $ 1,000
Acquisition and/or Repair of Machinery
and Equipment $ 8,868
Inventory Purchase $ 1,000
Working Capital (including accounts
payable) $39,132
Acquisition of Existing Business N/A
All Other (provide description) N/A
Total Loan Requested (All Sources): $ 50,000
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Proposed Financing
Amount Monthly
Payment
Type~'~
Rate
Term
Financial Institution: $
Financial Institution : $
Other : $
Iowa City CDBG Economic Dev. Fund $ 50,000 $679 Loan
- 2% Tyr
--
TOTAL: $ 50,000
-_
- _ __
~
~'~For example: forgivable loan, direct loan, or grant.
2.2. Explain why assistance is needed from the City, and why it cannot be obtained
elsewhere. If the applicant did not apply for a loan through a private financial institution,
please explain why. If denied assistance through a financial institution, please attach
the letter of denial.
Our volume has increased but we are not yet self sustaining and any profit is put back into the
business to cover current payroll and outstanding payables. Private lenders base part of their
decisions on current outstanding payables. We are not in a position to go to a private lender.
The restaurant business is a low profit margin industry within the first five years of operation.
Guido's Deli is entering its third year of operation and although we are experiencing some
success, we are still operating at a loss. The objective is to create additional revenue thereby
creating new jobs.
2.3. Indicate the owner's contribution (cash, assets for the operation of the business, etc.) to
this project.
The owner contributed $ 147,000 to the start-up of Guido's Deli located at 227 E. 1St St., and
$15,000 towards the expansion at Kirkwood.
2.4. Identify all agencies or institutions involved in the project (financial, technical assistance,
etc.) and what their involvement is:
Financial: Two loans outstanding with the University of Iowa Community Credit Union, and one
with US Bank all towards the start-up of Guido's Deli located at 227 E. 1St St.
2.5. What type of security will the assisted business provide the City? If no security or less
than the dollar amount requested is offered, an explanation must be provided.
^ Corporate Guaranty
^ UCC Financing Statement
^ Irrevocable Letter of Credit
^ Personal Guarantee
^ Surety Bonds
^ Mortgage on Real Estate
^ Escrow Account
X Other: Equipment purchased for the expansion site.
Before execution of a CDBG agreement, if the collateral consists of machinery and equipment,
inventory, or other, the applicant must provide an itemized list that contains serial and
identification numbers for all articles that had an original value of greater than $5,000. Include
a legal description of real estate offered as collateral. (see attachment)
Revised 11/15/06
inventory, or other, the applicant must provide an itemized list that contains serial and
identification numbers for all articles that had an original value of greater than $5,000. Include
a legal description of real estate offered as collateral. (see attachment)
2.7 If the City did not provide financial assistance, could the project proceed?
If assistance were not granted Guido's Deli would seek funding via commercial lenders.
However, because we continue to operate at a loss, and have two outstanding loans with
commercial lenders, it may be difficult to obtain a loan at this time.
Section 3: Jobs to Be Created/Retained
Special Note: The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program requires that
at least 51 % of fhe jobs created or retained must be held by or made available to low-
moderate income persons. The business acknowledges that if it fails to create and/or
retain the jobs identified below by the end of the project period and maintain them for a
period of time (usually 12 months from the date of the award); it may be required to
reimburse City funds for the employment shortfall.
3.1 If an existing business, how many employees are currently employed at your Iowa City
location? Please attach a copy of the company's quarterly Iowa "Employer's Contribution
and Payroll Report" for the most recent quarter.
We currently employ 12 employees. (see attachments)
3.2 Complete the following chart identifying the number of jobs to be created and/or retained
based on this specific project.
Type of Job and Hourly Rate for Created and/or Retained Positions in First 12
Months of Project Award (p/ease see attached Job Category Definitions)
# of Jobs
Created # of Jobs
Retained
T pe of Job No. Hours
Per Week Hourly
Rate of Pa Fringe
Benefits*
1 Officials & Managers 40 17.00
Professional
Technicians
Sales
Office & Clerical
1 Maintenance/Janitorial 40 10.00
Operatives (semi-skilled)
Laborers (unskilled)
Service Workers
"If fringe benefits are provided, please attach a description of all employee benefits provided
by and paid for (in full or in part) by the business. We are unable to offer benefits at this
time. The managers will be hired at a salary of $32,000 annually.
3.3 What is the estimated annual payroll for the new employees resulting from this project?
The estimated annual payroll for the managers will be $32,000 and $10/hr for the maintenance
person.
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No
Section 4: Economic & Environmental Impact
4.1. What other Johnson County companies could be considered to be your competitors?
Paneras, New York Deli, Jimmy John's, Subway
4.2. Please describe the energy and resource efficiency programs, waste reduction, waste
exchange, and recycling programs at your Iowa City operation.
We recycle all of our cans, bottles, newspapers and cardboard.
Section 5: Community Involvement, Compliance with Law
5.1 In addition to your normal business activities, does your business contribute or have plans to
contribute to the community through volunteer work, financial contributions, or through other
means? Please describe.
Guido's Deli contributes to charitable organizations and has contributed to school PTO
fundraisers, Salvation Army, Table to Table, PAN, Domestic Violence Intervention Program,
Riverside Theater, and AMVETS Department of Iowa. Our contribution has been in the form of
gift certificates and food donations.
5.2 Has the business been cited or found to violate any federal or state statute or regulation
within the last five years (including, but not limited to environmental regulations, payroll
taxes, Occupational Safety and Health Administration laws, Fair Labor Standards, the
National Labor Relations Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act)? If yes, please explain the
circumstances of the violation(s).
No
5.3 Has the company or any officer of your company been involved in bankruptcy or
insolvency proceedings during the past 7 years from the date of this application? If so,
provide the details.
No
5.4 Are you or your business involved in any pending lawsuits? If yes, provide the case name of
the lawsuit, docket number, and city and state where it is pending.
No
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Section 6: Summary of Required Attachments
Check off each attachment submitted. If not submitted, explain why.
~ ~ Business plan (if start-up business)
~ x1 Balance Sheet (3 year historical if an existing business. Start-ups must provide apro-
forma balance sheet)
~ x1 Profit and loss statements (3 year historical if an existing business, 3 year projection for
start-ups)
~ x1 12 month cash flow statement (if the business does not expect to turn profitable within the
first 12 months, provide a cash flow statement extended to the year the business expects
to turn profitable)
~ ~ Description of fringe benefits provided to employees, if applicable
[ x] Brief description of the education, technical and business background for all the persons
listed under Management (Question #1.4)
~ x1 Please provide the social security numbers for all the persons listed under Management
(Question #1.4)
~xl If an existing company, copy of the company's quarterly Iowa "Employer's Contribution and
Payroll Report" for the most recent quarter.
~ ~ Construction loans only: Cost estimates for construction and a statement of the source of
any additional funds
~xl Include a list of any machinery or equipment or other non-real estate assets to be
purchased with the financial assistance and the cost of each item as quoted by the seller.
Include the seller's name and address.
Revised 11/15/06
Upon review of a submitted application, the City reserves the right to request additional
information in order to assist the City with its evaluation of an application.
Release of Information and Certification
NOTE: Please read carefully before signing
hereby give permission to the City of Iowa City (the City) to research the company's history,
make credit checks, contact the company's financial institution, and perform other related
activities necessary for reasonable evaluation of this proposal. I understand that all information
submitted to the City relating to this application is subject to the Open Records Law (1994 Iowa
Code, Chapter 22) and that confidentiality may not be guaranteed. I hereby certify that all repre-
sentations, warranties or statements made or furnished to the City in connection with this
application are true and correct in all material respects. I understand that it is a criminal violation
under Iowa law to engage in deception and knowingly make, or cause to be made, directly or
indirectly, a false statement in writing for the purpose of procuring economic development
assistance from a state agency or political subdivision.
If applicant is a proprietor or general partner, sign below.
By:
Date:
If applicant is a Corporation, sign below:
1
Corporate Name a d Seal Dat
By: Q~l~tn~ ~. ~
Signature of sident
Attested by:
Signature of Corporate Secretary
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Laurie Magaraci
227 E. First Street Iowa City, IA 52240 (319)338-5356 laurie(c~uidosdeli.com
EDUCATION
The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
Completed 2 years towards BA in Business
1984
EXPERIENCE
District Manager 1984-1986
New York Times (West Coast Edition), Los Angeles, CA
• Responsible for 50 route carriers, 4 supervisors, and 3 separate depots
Lunch Manager/Server
1987
Depot Restaurant -Warrenton Virginia
• As manager, I was responsible for the business performance of the restaurant. I
combined strategic planning, organizing shift patterns and day-to-day management
activities. The position was fast-paced and highly demanding.
• As server, I was responsible for providing friendly, responsive service, informed guests
of specials and menu changes, made recommendations, took food and beverage orders,
performed side work at the start and end of each shift.
Server/Team Leader
Taylor's Prime Steaks- Los Angeles CA
1988-1993
As team leader, my role was to assist the restaurant manager in the operation of the
restaurant areas, achieving a consistently high professional standard.
Office Manager
KMD Architectural Firm -Los Angeles CA
1994-1998
• Duties included bookkeeping, marketing and handling general office needs.
• Phones, data entry, filing, supervision of office personnel
• Maintain current office systems and create new ones as appropriate, special projects as
assigned
Newspaper Carrier
Press Citizen, Iowa City, IA
1999-2001
• Delivered newspapers to subscribers along a prescribed 100 mile route.
Clerk III 2001-2004
University of Iowa Hospitals Clinics, Iowa City, IA
• Coordinated all aspects in patient appointments, responded promptly and appropriately to
requests for information or services, organized charts for next days appointments, and
performed typing tasks using the computer to prepare documents.
Owner/President
Guido's Deli & Market
2005-present
Guido's Deli & Market is the result of all of my experience throughout my lifetime. I always
dreamed of owning my own business and circumstances provided me with the opportunity.
Guido's Deli
Balance Sheet
Dec 31, 05
~~ Dec 31, 06
~~ Oct 31, 07
~~
ASSETS
Current Assets
Cash Drawer 55.00 55.00 55.00
Cash In Bank 2,699.20 6,066.30 510.69
Inventory -Food 8 Beverages 15,932.38 14,601.70 14,601.70
Total Current Assets 18,686.58 20,723.00 15,167.39
Fixed Assets
Building Improvements 54,147.97 54,147.97 54,147.97
Equipment 57,393.99 58,087.44 58,087.44
Office Equipment 878.70 878.70 878.70
Accumulated Depreciation -6,849.00 -19,503.00 -30,048.00
Total Fixed Assets 105,571.66 93,611.11 83,066.11
Other Assets
Start Up Expenses 15,998.80 15,998.80 15,998.80
Accumumulated Amortization -839.00 -4,039.00 -6,705.70
Total Other Assets 15,159.80 11,959.80 9,293.10
TOTAL ASSETS 139,418.04 1211,293.91 107,526.60
LIABILITIES 8~ EQUITY
Liabilities
Accounts Payable 45,673.31 29,387.07 38,969.34
Leases Payable 20,128.19 45,677.06 0.00
Bank Notes 25,466.84 25,466.84 49,824.40
Total liabilities 91,268.34 100,530.97 88,793.74
Equity
Additional Paid In Capital 80,952.82 106,852.20 147,828.83
Capital Stock Issued 200.00 200.00 200.00
Retained Earnings 0.00 -33,003.12 -81,289.26
Net Income -33,003.12 -48,286.14 -48,006.71
Total Equity 48,149.70 25,762.94 18,732.86
TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY 139,418.04 126,293.91 107,526.60
Page 1 of 1
Cash Basis GUIdO'S Dell
Profit & Loss
October 1, 2005 -October 31, 2007
Oct -Dec 05
~ Jan -Dec 06
~ Jan -Oct 07
~~ TOTAL
~
Income
Daily Sales 41,694.69 169,437.64 157,385.89 368,518.22
Daily Sales -Non Taxable 0.00 7,266.82 3,567.50 10,834.32
Catering 1,175.00 3,595.20 10,992.00 15,762.20
Interest Income 79.55 69.64 30.65 179.84
Totallncome 42,949.24 180,369.30 171,976.04 395,294.58
Cost of Goods Sold
Purchases
Total COGS
16,664.76 77,512.68 75,405.35 169,582.79
16,664.76 77,512.68 75,405.35 169,582.79
Gross Profit 26,284.48 102,856.62 96,570.69 225,711.79
Expense
Personnel Expense 19,128.75 71,406.41 68,481.42 159,016.58
Advertising and Marketing 1,268.08 659.11 2,554.68 4,481.87
Amortization Expense 839.00 3,200.00 2,666.70 6,705.70
Bank Service Charges 117.94 1,010.76 1,176.30 2,305.00
Credit Card Fees 0.00 963.15 2,265.60 3,228.75
Cash Reconciliation 0.00 0.00 2.11 2.11
Communications 961.82 2,312.40 2,882.71 6,156.93
Depreciation Expense 6,849.00 12,654.00 10,545.00 30,048.00
Dues and Memberships 0.00 195.00 510.35 705.35
Equipment Lease Expenses 2,693.34 0.00 0.00 2,693.34
Equipment Rental 0.00 268.12 71.21 339.33
Insurance 872.50 1,362.99 3,430.06 5,665.55
Interest Expense 2,520.48 7,343.48 3,586.66 13,450.62
Laundry 0.00 259.01 555.21 814.22
Licenses, Fees ~ Permits 179.50 429.38 379.62 988.50
Miscellaneous 0.00 607.93 1,684.46 2,292.39
Postage and Delivery 126.12 153.15 9.78 289.05
Printing and Reproduction 117.01 258.82 128.01 503.84
Professional Fees 894.38 1,000.00 2,450.00 4,344.38
Rent 12,030.00 28,800.00 29,150.00 69,980.00
Repairs & Maintenance 1,048.35 1,960.36 1,264.19 4,272.90
Research & Development 296.63 0.00 18.75 315.38
Returned Checks 0.00 89.07 90.00 179.07
Subscriptions 160.33 278.85 35.75 474.93
Supplies 3,523.08 4,420.86 2,788.19 10,732.13
Travel & Ent 2,485.75 0.00 31.00 2,516.75
Utilities 3,175.54 11,509.91 7,819.64 22,505.09
Total Expense 59,287.60 151,142.76 144,577.40 355,007.76
Net Income -33,003.12 -48,286.14 -48,006.71 -129,295.97
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fnr .insulated top & side panels, double wail, electri,^ tank heat, built-in rinse
additive pump, detergent pun^p 8,~ravit Drain ~'!ci. f1; 20"x24" open rack & (1)
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1 1-yeetr lim'ted warranty
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3 1 ea REf•RiG,., BEACH-IN 2,225.00 2,225,CU
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304 s!s interior, self-cfosir~g hinged solid doers w/recessed handles, %6; Shelves,
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1 115v/60~1, 7 p amps, (3 wire with ground>
A 1 ea SLICER, FQQO 1,990.00 1,980.00
Slicer, 1~'-Manual Gear Crive, StS food contact zone prvvideo easy to c•ean
surfaces that won't chip yr peel, ergcrtomic, top mounf knife sharpener, slice
thickness adj~+stment from t~ssuee thin to 1"-thick. 1?•3!d" x 22•tt2" *votp~~ni.
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JetTech Model: F-18DP Item# 9
CONSTRUCTION FEATURES
• Body, external housing, wash tank, and all chassis componerds in brushed
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• Noise 58 dBa due to utilization of double-wall insulated panels
• Upper and bw~ wash and rime jets on revohring arms conswned of
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• Integrated AISI 18/10 stainless steel booster wiUt insulated lining
• Safety miao-switch on the door to interrupt wash pimp anion
• Independently-operated heating elements alternating between
booker and wash tank
• Alternating healing elements reducng maximum absorption thereby
reducing energy vests
• Built for free starling instapation with side and top panels of double-walled
cautnrciion for low heat and rroise emasions
• Standard egtrprrtent ircludes both sides and top panels that are
easily removed
• Automatic fill and water level regulation of the wash tank
• Wash pump protened with filter plus additional shield for tank element
• Entire wash tank area protected with perforated stainless steel soap filters
to fadlitate maintenance
• Door-opening with overall dearance of 15" (38 cm)
• Upper removable integrated front contrd panel with easy attess for
technical maintenance
• Individual analog thermometer gauges displaying wash and rinse
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• Complete ryde: 160 seturls (145 sec. wash and 15 sec. rinse)
• Wash tardc cafradty: 7.25 U.S. gallons (261iters)
• Wash tank element: 2800 Watts
• Wash temperature: 150'F. (65'C.)
• Booster capacity: 2.20 US. gadorrs (8 lifers)
• Booster ekurrerrt: 4000 Wam
• Booster (water) temperature: 185'F. -194 (85'C. - 90'C.)
• Power supply: sine-phase 208-220 V. 60 Hz. 22 A.
• Motor-prmip: 0.75 H.P. with U~ermal overk-ad protenion
• Maximen power rating: 4550 Watts
• Water consumption per cycle: 0.79 U.S. gaaort (3 liters)
• Working pressure: 25 p.s.i. (dynamic)
• Water inlet correctien: 3/4" flexible garden-hose type
• lkain correction: F-18 =1.5" (38mm.) F-18DP =1.0" (25.4 mm.)
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mere than 5 minutes. The monitor digitally displays the
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• Bottom Mounted Compressor
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• Efficient Refrigeration System
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-Solid and sturdy grille design.
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• Incandescent interior lighting.
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To: Economic Development Committee
From: Wendy Ford
Date: January 3, 2008
Re: Downtown Market Niche Analysis Progress/Next Steps
Summary of discussion from Economic Development Meeting, Dec. 18, 2007
• The study and official presentations of the findings are complete.
• It is time to decide how to implement recommendations.
• "Buy in" from the private sector is critical.
• The perception of government taking the lead is sometimes negatively perceived.
• Ec. Dev. Committee conferred that the study committee of City, Chamber &DTA
remain unified to further the work of the study recommendations.
• Ec. Dev. Committee agreed that study committee members and city staff should be
out talking about the results of the study with key stakeholders to get a "pulse" on
their views of it and to begin corralling those with similar views.
• The Economic Development Committee was asked to provide names of key people to
staff.
• Staff would construct series of next steps and convene necessary meetings.
Since the December 18 Economic Development Committee meeting, Ford has had
further discussions with Chamber and DTA committee members. There was a strong
sentiment that the study committee should be conducting one-on-one conversations with
opinion leaders from outside downtown as well as from within downtown. This would
enable even more leadership-level thinkers from the community an opportunity to share
their insights about how the management of downtown business development could be
most effectively implemented. The committee would be able to use insight and energy
from all leaders to build the case for investing in activities to enhance downtown.
Sequence and talking points with opinion leaders
• Seek out and speak with opinion leaders from outside the downtown, because they
use downtown as a recruiting tool for attracting new talent and jobs to Iowa City.
• Seek out and speak with opinion leaders from within the downtown, because they
serve their market from downtown.
• Have talking points in mind, and leave door open for all ideas.
Talking points:
• The goal of the study was to discover how economic health of downtown
could be improved by working to build an optimal mix of retail, commercial
office, residential and entertainment.
• Athree-pronged plan of a) business attraction, b) property development and c)
business retention and expansion would build this mix. The study provides
empirical data to show exactly how much growth the downtown could
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experience over the coming ten years, and the best results can be delivered
with a concerted effort of downtown business development. Since none of the
partners in the 3 sponsoring organizations have the capacity, nor the direct
mission to take on management of downtown business development as their
own, a partnership of downtown investors, both public and private, is
necessary to hire a downtown business development manager.
• Key parts of the work plan of a manager of downtown business development
activities would be:
o Build relationships with potential new downtown retailers and use
market study to illustrate demand for retail (and market niches within
retail) over the coming decade and begin work of attracting new
businesses to downtown.
o Build relationships with potential new office space tenants and use
market study to show attractiveness of downtown (and plans for its
improvement) as a lure for employees to work in those spaces.
o Use market study to illustrate demand for live/work housing and build
relationships with developers who could fulfill that market niche.
o Improve clustering by knowing the real estate market (for sale and for
lease) to build customer desire to shop downtown, and marketing
empty or scheduled-to-be empty space to appropriate retailers.
• Ask for feedback about the proposed downtown manager position,
• Ask for ideas about an advisory board to direct activities of the position, and
the structure it should take.
• Ask for thoughts about who should be on the board.
• Ask for willingness to be involved in advisory or financial capacity in future.
Possible Timeline
B this date Accom lish these activities
January 31, 2008 1. Committee members meet one-on-one with opinion leaders
from outside downtown area to get "pulse" and discover
potential investors in partnership.
2. Committee members convene to
a. share insight gained
b. refine talking points, if needed
c. assign and split list of opinion leaders from within
downtown area to talk to.
February 29, 2008 1. Committee members meet one-on-one with opinion leaders
from within the downtown area to get "pulse" and discover
potential investors in partnership.
2. Set public meeting and invite those who have expressed interest
in either guiding activities to enhance downtown or who have
indicated they would be interested in funding
3. Set u account throu h Johnson Count Foundation.
March 30, 2008 1. Downtown business partnership organized.
2. O eratin uideline develo ed.
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3. Strategic priorities identified.
4. Secure financial investments.
5. Elect leadership.
6. Secure rent-free office space.
7. Advertise for downtown mana er osition
April 30, 2008 1. Staff hired.
2. Work plan developed.
3. Committees formed.
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STATUS REPORT ON
City of Io~zva City
Economic Detielopment
Objectives and Strategies
CALENDAR YEARS 2007-2008
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To: Economic Development Committee, City Council
From: Wendy Ford, Economic Development Coordinator
Date: December 28, 2007
Re: Annual Report on Economic Development Activities, 2007
Following is a status report on the activities of the Economic Development Division for
calendar year 2007. The plan of work is based on the Two-Year Economic Development
Strategies and Policies for 2007 and 2008 approved by the Council Economic
Development Committee on January 23, 2007.
As a reminder, your economic development policies are to:
1. Diversify and increase the property tax base by a) encouraging the retention and
expansion of existing industry and b) attracting industries that have growth potential
and are compatible with existing businesses and industries.
2. Develop the available labor force consistent with the needs of employment
opportunities.
3. Provide and protect areas suitable for future industrial and commercial development.
4. Continue to cooperate with existing local and regional organizations to promote
economic development within Iowa City.
5. Improve the environmental and economic health of the community through the
efficient use of resources.
6. Consider financial incentives and programs to facilitate achieving the above.
The four key objectives for economic development are:
1. Foster the retention and expansion of primary sector existing businesses and attract
new businesses to Iowa City.
2. Support the development of Downtown to ensure a healthy mix of retail, services,
entertainment, office, residential, lodging, and nightlife.
3. Assist in the development of entrepreneurial businesses in Iowa City.
4. Workforce development.
The following pages detail the strategies designed to meet the objectives and note the
progress made in each program area at the half-way point in the plan.
cc: Jeff Davidson, Director of Planning and Community Development
Economic Development
Committee
2008
Regenia Bailey, Chair
Connie Champion
Matthew Hayek
Wendy Ford, ED Coordinator
Jeff Davidson, PCD Director
Foster the retention and expansion ofprimary
sector existing businesses and attract new
businesses to Iowa City.
How to Measure
Success 2 expansions; 2 new businesses; 0 business losses (of those City has
assisted)
• Create/update marketing materials
Completed 1expansion-assisted Alpla with $5 million building expansion to
add new product line
• Assisted ICAD in the hosting of site visitfor wind power manufacture,
high tech security services firm, and blood plasma research and
development firm
• Final production stages of a joint project with ICAD to market the
area as a place to do business
STRATEGIES
A. Have ability to respond as needed to infrastructure needs.
• Plan and budget for economic development infrastructure in Capital Improvement Plan;
including roads, utilities, telecommunications, water and sewer.
• Apply for RISE (Revitalize Iowa's Sound Economy) and other financial opportunities for
assistance.
Completed Worked with Urban Planning Division on concept plan for possible
annexation in southeast Iowa City
On-going Work with PCD Director to maintain high priority for economic
development-focused capital improvement projects
~ Planned ~ • Assist in the application for RISE funds for 420th St. improvements ~
~ Primary sector includes business and industry who can CHOOSE to locate here and whose market is not dependent on Iowa City.
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B. Market new and existing land for development and redevelopment.
• Fully utilize LOIS (Location One Info System) system to post information on the
community, buildings and sites in the market
Completed Updated LOIS information
• Assisted ICAD in getting concept plan for new industrial area to
prospective businesses
• Concept plan for annexation of industrial land in southeast Iowa
City
On-going Work with listing agent for Aviation Commerce Park land sale/
lease
Planned Distribute new marketing materials to larger employers in Iowa City
• Begin 2008 update of LOTS information
• Complete southeast Iowa City annexations
C. Design comprehensive marketing and presentation package in concert with ICAD (Iowa City
Area Development Group).
Completed Assisted ICAD with their response package update
• Worked together on new marketing brochure to be completed 1/08
• Financial Assistance Package information in production, scheduled
for completion 2/08
On-going "How to do Business in Iowa City" pamphlet in production, scheduled
for completion 1/08
Planned Create combination zoning map with land available for
development
D. Develop system of regular communications about business in Iowa City.
• Maintain positive relationships with existing businesses with public recognition of
accomplishments including long term businesses in Iowa City, good corporate citizens in
Iowa City, and stability of permanent full time employees of the labor force
• Act upon ICAD's annual retention surveys and gather information to evaluate satisfaction
with governmental and area support services.
• Respond to selected set of targeted business leads
• Communicate through local media the positive economic climate in Iowa City
• Communicate through City's economic development web pages
Completed Helpedtobuildrelationshipswithlandownersforfuturedevelopment
of commercial/industrial and office growth
• Attended a meeting of ICAD-surveyed businesses to listen to
concerns
• Served as Iowa City government liaison to Business Friendly
Communities Task Force of the Chamber of Commerce to improve
perceptions of doing business in Iowa City.
• Roberts Dairy land swap agreement drafted
• Updated slide show "Use of TIF in Iowa City"
• Completed Downtown Market Niche Analysis
• Updated Community Profile
• Updated CDBG guidelines and application forms
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On-going Maintain positive relationships with business community
Planned Improve regularity of communications.
• Letter to business community with new brochure.
• Update of City's Economic Development Website.
E. Review, refine and improve programs for providing incentives to increase tax base through
construction of new facilities or improvements to existing facilities.
Completed CDBG application guidelines updated; process underway with other
City financial assistance programs
On-going Improvement of application and processing of tax incentive
applications
Planned Research feasibility of facade improvement programs
F. Propose redevelopment plans and/or invest in public spaces in areas of the community, such
as South Riverside Drive, Towncrest, South Gilbert Street, North Dodge Street, Muscatine
Avenue/First Avenue, Mormon Trek, and Aviation Commerce Park commercial areas.
On-going Towncrest area urban renewal plan underway.
• On-going work with realtor on Aviation Commerce Park
• Assist public/privatepartnershipwith LakesideApartments
renovation
. Planned Complete Towncrest urban renewal plan
G. Develop local, regional and state business network by active involvement and presence with
• Chamber, Chamber government affairs committee, ICAD (Iowa City Area Development
Group), CVB (Iowa City/Coralville Convention and Visitors Bureau), IDED (Iowa
Department of Economic Development), PDI (Professional Developers of Iowa)
• University of Iowa departments
• Mid-American Energy
Completed Assisted with letterto UNESCO in Iowa City's bid to be a
UNESCO Literary City
• Involved with Chamber, Gov't Affairs, Business Friendly
Task Force, ICAD, DTA organizations and committees
On-going Continue work with ICAD in attracting new businesses
Planned Do more with University of Iowa Centers for Enterprise
and Pomerantz Career Center
• Do more with PDI
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a healthy mix of retail, services, entertainment,
o~ice, residential, lodging, and nightlife.
STRATEGIES
A. Facilitate market niche analysis for downtown
B. Create a facade renovation incentive program
C. Explore development of creative business incubator
D. Capitalize on the Cultural District designation
How to Measure Success Begin implementation of program of marketing to
commercial tenants; retain existing retailers, gain 5 new
businesses
Completed Completed work with consultant on Downtown Market
Niche Analysis, setting the stage for the program of
marketing
On-going Work with business community to build support for
recommended downtown business manager
Planned Research facade renovation programs and ways to
finance
flssist in the development of entrepreneurial businesses in Io2va City.
STRATEGIES
A. Market financial assistance programs via bankers, the web, and community outreach.
B. Explore possibilities of incubator development.
C. Develop relationships with Technology Innovation Center (TIC) businesses and opportunities
for their expansion in Iowa City.
D. Collaborate with the Chamber's Small Business Education and Entrepreneurial Development
(SEED) program to provide informational and/or coaching resources for small businesses.
E. Use $250,000/year in CDBG funds to assist new businesses.
How to Measure Success Support 10 new businesses
Completed Presented City financial programs to Chamber member
seminar
• Worked with local banks to promote CDBG ED program
• Assisted 6 entrepreneurs with CDBG funds: Discerning
Eye, La Reyna, Nile Valley Restaurant, Gluten Evolution,
The Wedge Pizzeria, Home Ec. Workshop
• Networked with Operator Performance Lab director at
the airport to gain knowledge of work and be ready to
assist in clustering complementary new business nearby
On-going Continue promoting CDBG economic development
funds
Planned Improve communications with TIC center businesses
Workforce development
STRATEGIES
A. Be a partner in communicating the workforce business resources of the Cedar Rapids-Iowa
City Technology CorridorT'" to business and industry.
B. Encourage and advocate local industries' use of UI Career Center's Expo for internship and full
time job postings to attract young professionals to Iowa City
C. Create recognition program/positive public relations opportunity for companies employing
permanent full time employees.
D. Reserve dollars from City's CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) funds for job
training.
E. Maintain information about and actively support workforce development strategies of Kirkwood
Community College, ICAD, Priority One, and Skills Advantage.
How to Measure Success Ensure workforce/laborshed data is shared with targeted
industries
• Benchmark Iowa City-based companies' use of Expo at UI
Career Center,
• Complete annual public relations on permanent
employment programs
Completed Partnered with ICAD in communicating the workforce
business resources of the Cedar Rapids-Iowa City
Technology CorridorT"" to business and industry
• Maintained information about and actively support
workforcedevelopmentstrategiesofKirkwoodCommunity
College, ICAD, Priority One, and Skills Advantage
On-going Maintain information aboutandactivelysupportworkforce
development strategies of Kirkwood Community College,
ICAD, Priority One, and Skills Advantage
Planned Create recognition program/positive public relations
opportunity for companies employing permanent full
time employees
• Benchmark area use of UI Career Center's Expo online
job posting
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Date: January 4, 2008
To: City Council
From: Wendy Ford
Re: Memo of Understanding, Iowa City Area Development Group
Following is a memorandum of understanding drafted for and between the City of Iowa City and
Iowa City Area Development Group.
This agreement is for the current fiscal year and does not require a budget amendment.
It's purpose is to document the activities the city expects ICAD Group to do in return for the
financial investment the City makes.
Last year, it was approved by the Economic Development Committee and signed by the City
Manager.
City of Iowa City & Iowa City Area Development Group
Memorandum of Understanding for
Services Provided by ICAD Group to City of Iowa City
The City of Iowa City is committed to investing $100,000 during ICAD Group fiscal year 2008
(July 1, 2007 -June 30, 2008). The services to be provided, which would likely run through the
end of the 2008 calendar year, for this investment will include, but are not limited to, the
following items:
1. Provide aerial photos of industrial, office parks, and other substantial commercial sites in
Iowa City. Additional fees may be associated with photos of sites not linked with the
core work associated with ICAD Group (i.e., residential, retail, etc.). It is expected that
these photos will be completed in spring 2008.
2. ICAD Group will interview their clients residing in Iowa City as part of the existing
business services program (Synchronist), and provide a summary report.
3. ICAD Group will continue to visit the corporate headquarters of companies with
operations in Iowa City, and will provide a verbal report related to issues pertaining to
city services or areas in which the city can provide resources to improve general business
conditions or specific company needs.
4. The ICAD Group President will provide a general organizational update to the city
council annually. Other presentations, such as company expansion/location
opportunities, or on special request by council will also be granted.
5. ICAD Group will engage the City of Iowa City, and other city investors, as it develops
and/or redevelops significant marketing materials.
6. ICAD Group will continue to work with city officials and area leaders on the
development of the commercial and industrial zones, particularly the Mormon Trek
Industrial Park, Aviation Commerce Park and the annexation of industrial land on the
southeast section of town.
7. ICAD Group will work with the Economic Development Coordinator's office to gather
information for the annual Community Profile.
8. ICAD Group staff and Iowa City Economic Development Division will meet at least
monthly to share information and coordinate efforts.
9. ICAD Group will provide assistance with applications to the State of Iowa.
10. ICAD Group will provide ayear-end report on the progress made from this MOU, and
present this information to the Economic Development Committee and offer a
presentation to the full city council.
Joe Raso Date City Manager Date
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City of Iowa City FINAL
Task Force on Violence Against Woman
Monday, December 17, 2007, 3:30 P.M.
Iowa City Public Library, Meeting Room A
Welcome and Introductions:
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Amy Correia, Iowa City Council Member, called the meeting to order at 3:30 P.M. She
then asked everyone to introduce themselves. Those in attendance include:
Chris Krebs, Domestic Violence Intervention Program
Anne Barber, President, University of Iowa Panhellenic Council
Belinda Marner, Assistant Vice President for Student Services, Administrative
Liaison/Parents Association, University of Iowa
Carole Peterson, Vice President, University of Iowa Student Government
Diana Harris, Chair of Council, University of Iowa Council on the Status of
Women
Monique DiCarlo, Director of Women's Resource and Action Center
Beth Bewley-Randall, Executive Director of the Englert Theater, Member of
Downtown Association
Janet Lyness, Johnson County Attorney
Marcia Klingaman, City of Iowa City Neighborhood Services Coordinator
Bob Hartman, Domestic Violence Investigator, Iowa City Police Department
Ron Logsden, Transit Manager, Iowa City
Alan Cosby, University of Iowa Interfraternity Council
Lori Traeger, Community Treatment Program Director Johnson County
Department of Correction Services
Karla Miller, Rape Victim Advocacy Program
Abigail Volland, City Council Liaison and Co-Chair
Review Minutes from November 26, 2007 Meeting:
Correia asked if anyone had any comments on the minutes as prepared. Lyness moved
to accept the minutes of the November 26, 2007 Task Force meeting as presented,
seconded by DiCarlo. Motion carried 16-0.
Brief Presentations Covering Services Provided in Johnson County:
Correia asked who would like to present first on services in Johnson County. Lyness
began bypassing out pamphlets on several programs that the Johnson County Attorney's
office is involved with. The first program is the Johnson County Sexual Assault
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Response Team, which was created in 1999. This is a team made up of the Johnson
County Attorney's office, law enforcement from all departments in Johnson County, as
well as the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Mercy Hospital, and the College of
Nursing. Lyness explained why this team was created, and noted that they meet regularly
to keep communication going and are constantly working to improve the team. She
further explained some of the services and outreach programs that are a part of this.
Lyness also spoke about the Sexual Assault Investigation Team, which started back in
1992 or 93. Members of this team include the Johnson County Attorney's office, all law
enforcement in Johnson County, Rape Victim Advocacy Program, Department of
Correctional Services (probation, parole), United Action for Youth, and sometimes a
representative from the Child Protection Center at St. Luke's in Cedar Rapids. She
outlined how by working together, these various agencies are able to share information
on the different aspects of investigating assaults. There is also a Domestic Abuse
Investigation Team that is made up of similar participants.
The Johnson County Coalition Against Domestic Violence is made up of a variety of
members in the community, according to Lyness. These include the Johnson County
Attorney's office, law enforcement agencies in Johnson County, Domestic Violence
Intervention Program, Rape Victim Advocacy Program, Batterer's Education Program,
MECCA, Mediation Services, Community Mental Health, Iowa Legal Aid, U of I
Athletics, Inter-Faith Council, U of I International, Johnson County Council of
Governments, Iowa City Housing, Emma Goldman Clinic, and various other medical
providers. She noted that there have been video campaigns and pamphlets that have
helped in getting the word out to the community. Lyness then noted that her office has a
Victim Witness Coordinator on staff, and that this person can give information and aid to
those in need.
Correia asked if there are any statistics that Lyness could share on how the County is
doing with these types of investigations, prosecution rates, etc. Lyness stated that she
could look into this, but that she does not have anything currently on hand. It was noted
that this type of information is provided to the DOJ for grants, and it would be helpful to
know the outcomes on these cases.
Hartman then spoke about the Domestic Violence Investigations program that he is
involved with. He stated that this is the tenth year that the Police Department has had an
investigator participate, through a grant program. Goals of this program are to contact
victims within a short period of time, making sure that the person is safe and receiving
any information or services they may need. Hartman noted that he follows up on all
domestic cases, even if there is no criminal aspect to the case. Annually, Hartman stated
there have been between 380 to 400 cases, with approximately 110 domestic arrests each
year. Hartman spoke of how he works with other programs, such as the Domestic
Violence Intervention Program, when he has to go out in person to make contact with a
victim. He stated that this helps to get more information out to victims, especially with
the confidentiality involved. Hartman further explained how these types of investigations
proceed, and spoke briefly about the Johnson County Coalition Against Domestic
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Violence that Lyness also mentioned. He noted that he is the Co-Chair, along with Chris
from DVIP, of this Coalition, which is a group of various members throughout Johnson
County. He noted that some the PSA's that have come from this program have been seen
on the cable stations, and also at local theaters. Hartman then spoke about the "mapping
process" that they went through, where they tried to show all of the avenues available to
victims and the various programs out there to help people in domestic violence situations.
He noted that they are working on a "tool kit" that could include a list of resources for
victims of domestic abuse/violence or assault. These "kits" could be distributed to
companies and churches, as an example. The discussion then turned to a project that is
focusing on the gaps in services, especially where young mothers won't report problems,
as they are afraid that DHS will remove their kids. Correia asked if there was a report
available on the findings of this project. Hartman stated that it should be ready in the
next month or two.
Chris Krebs with DVIP spoke next to the Task Force. She noted that they have a 24-hour
emergency shelter and a 24-hour crisis line, as well as support groups for women and
children, and individual counseling. She stated that their shelter has been at capacity for
about six months now. She briefly explained the various programs that DVIP offers in
Cedar, Iowa, Johnson, Jones and Washington counties. Correia asked about their
community education and youth programming. Krebs stated that their youth program
includes three advocates that work with the kids and take them out to various community
events and outings, and offer support groups as well. She stated that annually they
probably have to turn away 200 to 300 women and children as they don't have enough
space to provide shelter. Krebs then responded to some questions about the DVIP
programs, and how they offer shelter and aid to women and children.
DiCarlo spoke about the Women's Center and their focus on addressing violence against
women in a two-year project, which is scheduled to end in June. She stated that they
would reapply at that time. DiCarlo then spoke to the project requirements, the first
being that all first-year students at the U of I receive training on stalking, dating violence
and sexual assault, and that this is legislated through the Violence Against Women Act.
As a funded campus, the U of I is responsible to track the education of all first-year
students in this. This is accomplished by training the RA's, as 96% of first-year students
live in residence halls, who in turn would then train the majority of first-year students.
With the help of DVIP and RVAP, the RA's receive training and are then required to
provide one of five programs they have been trained in to address the specific issues.
Since the meetings were not mandatory, numbers were low. To assist in more first-year
students receiving training, the second year an on-line course was offered to address these
issues. Students are now required to take this on-line course. The second part of the
project is to insure that officers receive training, as well, both in the City and at the
University. Additionally, DiCarlo stated that they have a men's program they are
proposing, based on a "mentors for violence" prevention program that Jackson Katz
developed. They have named this program "WRACMAC," which stands for Women's
Resource and Action Center, Men's Antiviolence Council. They are collaborating with
several groups on this project to do some larger "culture shifts" in addressing men's
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attitudes and beliefs about violence in women's lives. Involved in this will be a lecture
opportunity in April with Jackson Katz, who works on a "by-stander" model. DiCarlo
continued, stating that there will also be a woman from the Sioux City School District
who will talk about the success they have had in their District with this type of program.
Other aspects of this project include outreach and education for the U of I's international
student population. DiCarlo stated that they have been attempting to create a support
group, however, this has been difficult to do so far..
DiCarlo then spoke about another proposal that they are just starting on. It is through the
Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. She noted that there were
three colleges funded, including the U of I, with a "flagship grant," which requires all
schools governed by the same Board -the Board of Regents in this case - to collaborate.
A "Regents' Gender Violence Prevention" task force will be created, which will then
include the State Sexual Assault Coalition. DiCarlo gave a brief rundown of some of the
various programs that will come about with the proposed projects. The discussion then
turned to the involvement of men's programs in these upcoming projects.
Karla Miller of the Rape Victim Advocacy Program, RVAP, spoke next about the
programs they offer. She gave a brief background of the Rape Victim Advocacy
Program, stating that the U of I Student Government has funded them since 1973. Miller
stated that sexual assault is their niche in the community, and she described the various
programs that they collaborate with in the community. There are three Advocates on-call
at all times for the RVAP program, Miller stated. The role of the Advocate is to pay
attention to the victim throughout the entire process, from beginning to end. Miller stated
that the Advocate also makes sure that the process is moving along as it should. The
RVAP also provides individual and group counseling to address victims' needs. Miller
then responded to questions regarding training for Advocates, stating that they are
Certified Sexual Assault Counselors, once they have completed training. Advocates also
participate in monthly in-service meetings to keep up-to-date.
Miller then addressed community change, prevention, and education. She stated that
within the U of I they do a lot of speaking to classes, organization, and groups, both on
and off campus, in order to educate the community. She stated that the victims they serve
are ages 12 and above, but that the prevention work they do also covers child sexual
abuse prevention, as well as elderly abuse. Miller then noted that the RVAP has been
involved in some projects that have made them more accessible to people with
disabilities. She noted that they have also been working more with training people who
work with this population, as this population is 10% more likely to be a victim of sexual
assault. Miller noted that they redesigned their web site about three years ago, and she
encouraged others to go to their web site for information and statistics. Miller further
noted that their work with fraternities and sororities has helped them to educate the
student population better.
Lori Traeger spoke next about the Batterer's Education Program, which is through the
Department of Correctional Services. She spoke about the program, stating that eligible
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individuals are typically court-ordered or referred through the Department of Human
Services, and occasionally some volunteer participants. An assessment is done on each
individual, according to Traeger, and she stated that during this procedure, she
determines if they are eligible for the community group, if they have any mental health
issues, or a drug/alcohol issue that first needs addressing. She briefly explained some of
the instances where an individual would first be referred for other services. Traeger
noted the collaboration they have with DVIP and the statistics that are gathered through
this collaboration. Three groups meet in the Coralville area, according to Traeger, and
the fourth group meets at the Broadway Neighborhood Center. Traeger noted that the
Broadway group is also their Spanish-speaking group, which started about a year and a
half ago. She continued, giving some background on the 16-week course, and spoke to
some of the concerns in treating domestic violence perpetrators. For those offenders who
do not complete this course, there is a jail program that takes place twice a year, in order
to address these individuals who have not been able to successfully complete the
program. A women's group is offered twice a year, and Traeger noted that the majority
of women are victims, not perpetrators. She explained this program briefly, noting that a
male and female facilitate the group in order to show a healthy relationship between a
male and a female. Traeger then responded to questions regarding the program and
referrals.
Karla Miller then spoke about sex offender treatment. She co-facilitates one of the
groups, which meets two hours every week. She noted that they have several segments in
their treatment program, and she explained some of the tools they use in working with
these offenders, such as the polygraph test.
Correia noted that they have about seven minutes left in the meeting. She suggested that
they continue with presentations for as long as they can, and then at the next meeting,
they can set aside the first half for discussion about today's presentations. In the second
half of the meeting, they could then discuss another area, such as transportation.
Diana Harris then spoke about the sexual harassment survey done by the Council on the
Status of Women in 2004. The report was written in 2005, and then a subgroup was
organized to help the U of I follow the ten recommendations that came out of this survey
and subsequent report. One of the recommendations was that the U of I consider looking
at the greater issue of respect, and there is now a group working to create a respect
campaign.
Carole Peterson with the Student Government then spoke about some of the things the
UISG has done this year. One was a women's safety forum with presentations by the
various groups represented here. There were over 600 attendees at this program,
according to Peterson. The UISG Senate then passed a resolution to have this program
occur every September. Peterson then talked about the "safe walk" program, stating that
it was underused and poorly organized, and therefore ended. With the money left from
this program, they funded some safety initiatives on the campus, such as "night ride."
Alan Cosby then spoke briefly to the group regarding the U of I Interfraternity Council
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and some programs they have hosted. He noted that there would be a men's retreat
where the male perspective will be looked at, as well.
Adiourn•
The meeting adjourned at 5:02 P.M. Next meeting will be at Harvat Hall, City Hall.
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MINUTES DRAFT
CITY COUNCIL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
DECEMBER 18, 2007
CITY HALL, LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM, 8:30 A.M.
Members Present: Regenia Bailey, Connie Champion, Bob Elliott
Staff Present: Wendy Ford, Tracy Hightshoe, Jeff Davidson
Others Present: Steve Harding, Alisa Weinstein, Codi Josephson, Gig Wood
RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL
Elliot moved and Champion seconded the minutes of the November 13, 2007, meeting be
approved as presented. Motion carried 3-0.
Champion then moved to approve the $40,000 CDBG Economic Development Fund Loan
application for the Wedge Pizzeria, seconded by Elliott. Motion carried 3-0.
Elliott moved to approve the $15,000 CDBG Economic Development Fund Loan application
for the Home Ec Workshop, seconded by Champion. Motion carried 3-0.
Elliott moved to recommend to the Council approval of the $2,000 funding request for the
University of Iowa Small Business Development Center, seconded by Champion. Motion
carried 3-0.
Champion moved to defer the funding request by the Entrepreneurial Development Center
for six months, seconded by Elliott. Motion carried 3-0.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER:
Chairperson Regenia Bailey called the meeting to order at 8:32 A.M
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 13, 2007:
Elliot moved and Champion seconded the minutes of the November 13, 2007, meeting be
approved as presented. Motion carried 3-0.
DISCUSSION OF CDBG ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUNDS APPLICATIONS:
A. Wedge Pizzeria -Hightshoe addressed the Committee regarding the application from the
Wedge Pizzeria. The Wedge would like to expand to the Pedestrian Mall, where they plan to
employ several managers and employees. She noted that they have been good to work with,
and have maintained an excellent credit score. They have maintained their operating profit, as
well. Hightshoe is recommending $40,000 loan with a maximum term of seven years at 3%
interest. Champion questioned if this is what the committee is looking for downtown, in light of
the recent Market Niche study. She also stated that she has some objections to the fact that full-
time employees would not be receiving benefits. Steve Harding addressed this issue, stating that
for him to provide health benefits for ten people would not be feasible. Elliott questioned why
they should approve this request in particular, when there could be 200 other businesses that
want to expand in town. Bailey noted that those businesses are also eligible to request funds.
She stated that the Wedge would be moving in where New York Deli is moving out, and that the
Wedge will not serve alcohol is desirable to her. Bailey stated that she believes it makes sense
for this move to take place. She then asked Harding for some clarification on his business.
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Harding reiterated his wish to expand his business, stating that the hourly pay offers is above
industry standards. Elliott then asked if the $40,000 being proposed is okay, as his request was
for $60,000. Hightshoe briefly explained how they came to the amount they did, giving some
background on how they decide the funding amounts. Champion then moved to approve the
$40,000 CDBG Economic Development Fund Loan application for the Wedge Pizzeria, seconded
by Elliott. Motion carried 3-0.
B. Home Ec Workshop -Hightshoe explained that the Home Ec Workshop is owned by Alisa
Weinstein and Cody Josephson. Their request is for a new business start-up. She explained that
they are planning to open in the Northside Market Place on Linn Street. Hightshoe noted that the
business would be considered a microenterprise. She further explained the funding that has
been reviewed, and stated that she recommends $15,000 loan for 7 years at 2% interest. The
owners of the Home Ec Workshop then addressed the Committee regarding their business plan
and vision. They noted that their business will be a community place for people to gather and do
crafty things, in classes and or individual special projects. Elliott and Champion both agreed that
the business sounds like a good concept for the area. Hightshoe explained how the proposed
loan amount was determined, and noted that the Committee has the option to change the
amount. Elliott asked for some clarification on the financial aspects, and shared concerns of
loaning too little an amount. Elliott moved to approve the $15,000 CDBG Economic Development
Fund Loan application for the Home Ec Workshop, seconded by Champion. Motion carried 3-0.
DISCUSSION OF REQUESTS FOR FUNDING:
University of Iowa Small Business Development Center -Ford reviewed the request from
Paul Heath at the University of Iowa Small Business Development Center for $2,000. The Center
has recently been funded a new line of $25,000 from the Iowa Values Fund, for which they need
a local match. They are requesting the $2,000 from Iowa City and similar amounts from the other
local communities they serve. She noted that the SBDC has been very helpful in assisting some
of the applicants for CDBG funds.
Entrepreneurial Development Center -Ford reported that EDC has been in existence for about
four years. Their mission is to provide resources to highly scalable, fast-growing companies in
the Corridor. She noted that their main role is to link upfast-growing businesses with financial
resources. She also noted that this is their first request for funding from the City, and that they
are also requesting funding from the surrounding cities and the County. Elliott expressed his
concerns about the funding request. Bailey asked for some clarification on why this is being
requested from the City. Ford explained how the request came in through the City Manager's
office and then was given to the Economic Development Committee to decide if it would be
appropriate.
The Committee then discussed both requests, weighing whether Economic Development funds
are appropriate for these two Centers. They decided to defer, for six months, the $15,000
request from the Entrepreneurial Development Center. Ford will follow up with them and request
they provide the committee with more detail on the program. Elliott moved. to recommend to the
Council approval of the $2,000 funding request for the University of Iowa Small Business
Development Center, seconded by Champion. Motion carried 3-0. Champion moved to defer the
funding request by the Entrepreneurial Development Center for six months, seconded by Elliott.
Motion carried 3-0.
DOWNTOWN MARKET NICHE ANALYSIS -discuss next action steps:
Davidson reviewed the recent presentations of findings by the consultants and explained the
committee needed to decide how they want to implement the recommendations in.the report.
Davidson shared some of his ideas, stating that the "buy in" of the vision is a critical item. He
noted that in talking to others about the study, it has become evident that the City's lead in this
could be an issue. He gave some history of the City's past involvement in downtown initiatives,
and then addressed some of the specific recommendations for the downtown, noting the key
recommendations require the work of someone in a downtown management position. Champion
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stated that she agrees with Davidson in that the involvement of the private sector is critical. She
noted that perhaps the Downtown Association could be helpful in bringing some of these people
together in order to discuss the future of the downtown. Elliott questioned whether the Downtown
Association would be the appropriate organization to lead it.
Davidson asked if the committee thinks a "downtown manager" is the way to strike this
public/private partnership. Elliott stated that he believes they need to find out if businesses are
even interested. Davidson addressed bringing the private sector into discussions and the
challenges they would face in doing this. As a show of support for immediate improvements to
downtown, Ford suggested items that could be addressed immediately by the City, such as snow
removal, trash pick-up, and aggressive panhandlers. A discussion ensued regarding issues that
are City responsibilities, and those that are the responsibility of the private sector.
The discussion turned to how to involve and engage the private sector. Ford noted that the
Downtown Association is a major factor, as are the business leaders from outside the downtown
area. She stated that focusing on results, towards more of a "here's what downtown can
be... help us get here with your ideas," discussion could be a way to begin, as opposed to
promoting the creation of another job. Elliott reiterated that he believes they need to sit down with
business owners and leaders first, to see what their thoughts are on this.
Ford asked the committee if they thought an informational brochure explaining how the results of
the study could improve business downtown would be beneficial. Members agreed that this
would be a good conversation starter, and Davidson said that once they have these people at the
table for discussion, they need to address such issues as whether or not to have a downtown
business development manager. Davidson suggested that he, Ford, and Hightshoe do some
research on similar cities about how they handle their downtown markets. Davidson then asked if
the committee would get names to staff of individuals they feel should be involved in these
discussions, explaining this can be a starting point for setting up discussions. This then led to a
brief discussion on the issue of some people not being willing to meet in a public meeting, but
rather in cone-on-one meeting, and how should this be handled. Davidson then stated that they
would attempt to meet with people one-on-one, as needed, and also in open discussions, in order
to move forward with the Market Niche recommendations.
STAFF TIME
TIF Project Update Memos -Ford noted that the committee received copies of these update
memos, and explained the information contained in them. She noted that United Natural
Foods/Blooming Prairie, will likely not qualify for the full rebate, as their employee count is below
the agreement levels. On June 1, 2008, she will get update employment levels and use those to
determine the "claw back" amount, or the amount subtracted from the rebate based on
employment shortfalls. She also noted that one of the performance measures for Pepperwood
Plaza is their vacancy rate, which is in flux, but still above the agreed upon 85% level.
Hightshoe spoke briefly about the State Economic Development's Microenterprise Summit which
she and Ford attended on December 17.
COMMITTEE TIME
Bailey thanked Elliott for his work on the Economic Development Committee.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 9:45 a.m.
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POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD
MINUTES -January 8, 2008
CALL TO ORDER: Chair Michael Larson called the meeting to order at 5:32 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Elizabeth Engel, Donald King
MEMBERS ABSENT: Loren Horton, Greg Roth
STAFF PRESENT: Staff Kellie Tuttle, Legal Counsel Catherine Pugh (5:36 p.m.)
STAFF ABSENT: None
OTHERS PRESENT: Captain Tom Widmer of the ICPD; and public, Dean Abel
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
None.
DRAFT
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CONSENT
CALENDAR Motion by King and seconded by Engel to adopt the consent calendar as presented
or amended.
• Minutes of the meeting on 12/12/07
• ICPD General Order 95-04 (Administration of Department Training)
• ICPD General Order 99-01 (Police Vehicle Pursuits)
• ICPD General Order 07-02 (Detainee Processing)
• ICPD SOG 01-15 (Criminal Investigations)
King noted that General Order #99-01 (Police Vehicle Pursuits) had been reviewed
the previous month and inquired what the change was. Widmer said he would have
to check on the change and get back to the Board at their next meeting.
Motion carried, 3/0, Horton and Roth absent.
OLD BUSINESS Changes necessary by 11/6 election -Pugh stated she had a call into the City
Attorneys office. The plan is to leave a lot of latitude for the Board regarding public
forums and then to hopefully format the section on subpoena power after another
board/commission. She is planning on having a draft of the amended SOP's for the
Board at their next meeting to review.
NEW BUSINESS None.
PUBLIC
DISCUSSION Abel inquired as to where he could find the General Orders and how it was
determined when they would be reviewed again. Widmer directed Abel to the Police
Departments website for the General Orders and that each General Order has a
reevaluation date on it. The General Orders are also supplied to the PCRB when
any changes are made before the reevaluation date.
Abel also mentioned to the Board that the Human Rights Commission has subpoena
power.
Abel asked if someone had found out whether the number assigned to the officers in
the Chief's report to the Board were unique to each officer. Tuttle stated that it had
been confirmed with the Police Department and that the numbers were assigned to
each officer and the same number would be used again if the officer was mentioned
in another complaint.
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BOARD
INFORMATION None.
STAFF
INFORMATION None.
TENTATIVE MEETING SCHEDULE and FUTURE AGENDAS (subject to change)
• February 12, 2008, 5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room (CANCELLED)
• March 11, 2008, 5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room
• April 8, 2008, 5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room
• May 13, 2008, 5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room
Engel announced that she will not be available for the February 12th meeting.
Motion by King, seconded by Engel to cancel the February 12 meeting due to lack of
Board business.
Motion carried, 3/0, Horton and Roth absent.
ADJOURNMENT Motion for adjournment by King and seconded by Engel.
Motion carried, 3/0, Horton and Roth absent. Meeting adjourned at 5:51 P.M.
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