HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987-05-05 Council minutesInformal Council Discussion
April 20, 1987
Informal7-1 Council Discussion:
Chambers in the Civic Center,
Council Present:
(7(7:4-5)
April 20, 1987, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council
Mayor Bill Ambrisco presiding,
Strait, Zuber, Ambrisco, Dickson, Courtney, McDonald, Baker
Staff Present: Atkins,
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Cain a eY, Vitosh,
Nugent, Davidson,
Melling, Timmins, Karr, Smith
Boothroy, Rockwell, Trueblood,
Ta a Recorded: Reel 87-C17,
2, n eel 87-20, Side 1,
Consen—ndar
Franklin, Moen, Milk-
Schmadeke, Brinton,
Side 2, 160 -End; Reel 87-19, Side 1, 1 -End, Side
1-23.
Reel 87-C17, Side 2
City Council agreed to add to the consent calendar a
and Sunday Sales for Magnifico's, MostlyClass C liquor license
Planning and Zonin Matters Italian.
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Reel 87-C17, Side 2
5, 1987, on an nrni„_
Franklin explained the proposed ordinance applies to
either more than 7-1/2 feet in height or more than
the amendment vehicles which are
may be W7 .places a time limit, 48 hours 17-1/2 feet in length;
provisionaoney arhf omin aadoption,front arBooand thro on which special vehicles
also eliminates non -conforming
with enforcing the present ordinance as ytsaid there has been
non -conforming issue; the intent of the re is written becauseof
tms
was not to allow lar a regulations established in the
enforcement is done
large, special vehicles in front or 1983
explained the 17-1/2 footalengthain was arrived at edetnssmeinton yards; and
Of space a special vehicle would require to fit Zuber, Moen
arking
space and to not encroach upon a within a 19 foots amount
height was determined after contacts were�madedtoaseveral vehicle dealers
and it was intended not to lk and the 7-1/2 foot
a daily basis. Prohibit passenger vans that would be used on
enforcement Moen stated the proposed ordinance
vehicles, staff, within 48 hours of a complaint would permit the
said ordinances thregullabe ed the present ordinance nontenforceables
special
McDonald explained the originalnRsor other
hnce ecain Zuber
numerous complaints received from citizensspecial
regardinhicles are not needed,
wa s, adopted1983 was due to the
ways. eCto ourtney said the whole ordinance should be reviewed agaidrive-
ways
rivin
ceipon Ambrisco, Boothroy explained that when a complaint
in two days andmifttheaff veei its sthe s till vehicle s locatio , stafreturns re -
vehicle owner indicatingpresent, a letter istsent tothe
Ambrisco stated a they are in violation of the
public hearing will be set May 6 Zoning Ordinance,
Y 1987.
Public hearingon an amendment to the research develo ment ark RDP
zone.
Franklin stated Council received a summary of this ordinance; the amend-
ment would redefine the ROP zone to require that at least 60% be in
it Office and research use and 40% be in manufacturing or assembly use; and
saidathatcided one that
ne acre lot would lotswould of requiree more an LSNRDp and rtotg.aFranklin
before the zoning takes place, a concept plan and covenants et review
that would
cover the park would have to be submitted. Franklin said the public
hearing is just on the ordinance revision, but there has been a request
by Southgate Development to have this ordinance applied to Northgate
Development Park. Franklin stated the Planning and Zoning Commission has
indicated a desire for Council to consider the ordinance amendment and
Southgate's request in tandem. Franklin suggested Council proceed with
the public hearing and readings as planned. In response to Zuber,
Franklin said the reference to Clear Creek was made with regards to
statements made by outside experts in the University's Charette Seminar
indicating that a city the size of Iowa City cannot anticipate getting
national headquarters; Iowa City should look at smaller developments; and
a one acre lot size might be more appropriate than the two acres in the
zone. Franklin said staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission feel
the ordinance amendments would be advantageous for Iowa City regardless
Of who uses it. Dickson asked why there would be a limitation on public
review. Franklin explained public review would occur when the park is
being designed; a concept plan and covenants would be required and then,
when the developer wants to sell individual lots within the park, build-
ing permits for the individual lots would be reviewed administratively,
o„.i.-
to
Franklin said fitness, centers and health spas are included as special
exceptions in the amended RDP zone and the proposed definition distin-
guishes fitness centers from other commercial recreational uses.
D. Public hear{nn
Franklin said the Federal Emergency Management Agency has adopted new
rules that relate to manufactured housing in the floodplain and Iowa City
is required to amend the local floodplain ordinance to comply with the
rules in order to continue to participate in the Federal Insurance Pro-
gram. Franklin said it is proposed that the model ordinance provided by
the Iowa Department of Natural Resources be adopted locally. Franklin
explained changes made from the model ordinance are: 1) the appeal of
regulations would go to the Board of Adjustment, and 2) to require certi-
fication for floodplain development by an engineer. Franklin noted that
small stream bank erosion control projects less than 500 feet and that do
not extend three feet into the floodway are exempted from the certifica-
tion requirement and the City Engineer can waive certification if a
Person is competent to handle an evaluation.
H.
E.
See above item.
F.
_..=•..enc ror lice's
Franklin stated the State
municipal;ties theS Legislature
removes all licensing manufactured el�m�nated the possibilities
the amendment hose licensing procedures housing parks and of
would require that an out of Cha this amendment
�n9 park be brought into y alteration o ad it Franklin said
ordinance, compliance adPrtvis to an
with all Provisions Public heari., __ °f the
Moen explained -" — Tences and hed es, � uT toe Zonim
fences the proposed ordinance
and hedges within vision triangles,
that would allow an gles, affect the location of
tion to modify individual to s Also included is
Planning and ZOhight or location of the fically request a special
mended approval Ofgthe prssionopose at theirPMarchu19 fence, Moen said
third provision prOP°sed amendments, 19' 1987 meeting
the
construction which would require Moen said staff g' recom-
height of six feet la fences, Presentlhat permits be obtained" foo
sed a
obtainthe
permit or all electric or barbed nl.v fences that exceed the
and a Prior to their wire fences
Zoning Comm ;scion reconmendednstruction. Moen stated are obligated to
Boothroy explained a permit process against the Planning
Moen said Council this particular
be obtained needs to decide if the for more uniform Provision,
for Construction Provision requiring enforcement,
ordinance amendment, Courtney of all fences 9 that
with the Plannin asked if Councilshould be included permits
Permit provision 9 and Zoning Comrmission would be re the
Timmins stated if Council decided toinclude
to meet
mublic hearin he would need to review the include the
on n° rn °n an ordinance f _ Policy,
Moen explained a
for four vehicles- arking area is defined
areas that have a Pr°Posed ordinance as any area that allows
a to allow hard surface and the addresses only existing
space
within five feetisting parking areas purpose of the proposed g Parking
within
the of a residential with hard surfaces to ordinance
ordinance
line or within zone provided a solid be located
without would not a y to the commercial or industrial
e placed
a hard Surface. the new parking areas area, The
and Zoning Commission In response to Zuber, °r Parking areas
favor of the ordinance met April 16, 1987 Moen stated the Planning
and recommended unanimously in
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I. Ordinance to amend Section 36-58(c)(3)a 3 of
cernintl th—�nCdtln❑ of hho nar4,nn arn�e .
Moen noted that MMS consultants have requested that expedited considera-
tion be given to this ordinance.
J. Ordinance to establish a fanned dee'
ment hous
Zone on a 1. 9 acre roc mown as Summi P ace oc
corner of the in ersec ion nT marry Urnar AAA v,r
In response to Dickson, Moen said she is not aware of any complaints from
area neighbors. Moen stated developers have requested expedited consid-
eration be given to this ordinance. Moen explained that prior to the
submission of this proposal to the Planning and Zoning Commission, the
developer was obligated to notify all individuals within 600 feet of the
proposed development and to meet with the adjacent property owners. Moen
noted those obligations have been satisfied.
K. Resolution to den an application for approval of a preliminaryand final
subtlivision plat, H&LK 931 tton.
Franklin stated there is not a provision in the subdivision code for one
lot subdivisions, this particular subdivision is subject to pending
litigation, and staff is recommending Council deny this particular plat
by approval of this resolution.
Coralville Milldam Project Recommendation Reel 87-C19, Side 1
Atkins stated Council received its April 3, 1987, memorandum regarding the
Coralville Milldam hydroelectric project. Atkins stated staff recommends the
project be tabled and then reviewed annually. In response to McDonald,
Schmadeke explained the City is required to submit a progress report every
six months to FERC (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission) and at this point,
Iowa City would have to notify them that Iowa City is no longer interested in
pursuing the project. Atkins said Iowa City is also obligated to notify the
Johnson County Conservation Board and that Iowa City will be relinquishing
the permit. The Council agreed to table the Coralville Milldam project.
Other Public Works Matters Reel 87-C19, Side 1
In response to Strait, Schmadeke said he will check on the status of the
disposition request for Virginia Drive ROW from Phil Oldis.
In response to Dickson, Schmadeke said it should take about one week to
complete the concrete work on the bridge located on the intersection of Park
Avenue and Dubuque Street.
Scott Boulevard Project - BDI Agreement Reel 87-C19, Side 1
Atkins stated Council received his April 17 memorandum regarding the outline
of proposed agreement with BDI for construction of Heinz Road as part of Iowa
City's RISE project. Atkins said BDI does not have the financial wherewithal
to participate an anticipated in the cost of construction of Heinz Road.
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This is due to the local cost of the project being increased since the origi-
ro ect was included in the original RISE application.
nal application was filed. In response to Ambrisco, Davidson saon idthe
Heinz
Road segment of the p j puts the City
Courtney noted the proposed subordinate lien
local banks. John Krieger said
Position to the current debt that is held y
and the remaining
Krieger said the 80I board is
there is a $420,000 bank debt with three banks in Iowa City
$200,000 special assessments of the property.
Pricing land at 515,000-520,000 per acre. Tom Moogerwerf said land needs o
be sold to pay the debt back and it should be done before 1990• BDI will be
Cain said the interest rate paid back by opportunity
In response to Baker, ortunity costs
determined from the bond sale. Bakerexpenses. Cain tithe t ptheof oCpty would
costs of fund and administrative exp money
that would be lost would be those costs for any a ment schedule. Cain
spend above the $66,000 prior to the sale of the bonds and the opportuC y
potentially the City could recover the opportunity costs for those funds
cost on the bonds and interest is figured into the rep
said p would expend prior to the sale °Vitoshssaid lot
G0 bondssales
canbeoccur that the City response to Courtney+the City's bond attorney, has
sooner than projected. In resp
used for the project. Vitosh said eatheeproposed debt can be issued by
reviewed the proposal. Vitosh explainedbenefits private
Iowa City will be less than 10% of the total bond issue because the new ax
Jeopardize the tax exempt status of thethetcostband its has
laws state that if more than 10% of a on issue chief yire
property,
it could is fronting onse to Baker,
ro ects. In resp
In response to McDonald, Vitosh said the Ct y
been done before in special assessment P l eat. Baker asked if
Atkins said there is no guarantee that the IDOT would allow Iowa City to
private sector to secure financing necessary for the
remove the construction of ate Road from ed the bankspwere asked, and did not
BDl has approached the p given to
construction of Heinz Road. Krieger
sked rep there was any consideration g ave up
approve the request. Courtney John Krieger said the banks g
the City for a higher lien holding. sales
quite a bit so that Iowa City would receive t15%he of the next sale price le the
of
capitalized the interest and paid the special assess -
the lots. Krieger said in the years when there have not been an
lots, the banks have cap
ments through bank loans, and banks will have to continue to pay specia
assessments through additional bank debt until land tsros°ect. KCouncilmembers
the proposal the banks have agreedd to dvancthe enan dpttjonal $66,000 through
oad
new bank debt but are unwillingthe
agreed to the proposed agreement with BDI for are formal uresolutions of tfor nz Rthe
as outlined. Atkins said City staff will prepare
agreement.
Ralston Creek Bank Stabilization - Mayor's Youth Project
Reel 87-C19, Side 1
LeAnn Weih, environmental coordinator of Mayor's Youth Employment Program,
presented overhead projector transparencies of the design work for the Ral-
rove the contract with Mayor's Youth Employment Program at
sten Creek bank Stabilization Project. Rockwell stated Council will have the
Opportunity to app
tomorrows formal meeting.
Reel 87-C19, Side 2
Youth Homes Property Acquisition
Mary Nugent reviewed Youth Homes Inc.'s application for CDBG funding to
acquire and rehabilitate hwo st Youth HomesnInc. hascdeveloped a financial
shelter on Ronalds
Street and a girls' group oome
package tas bincorporates
private nd and CDBGafunds wlill be us ed tohrehab litatetthat
property to
project, andoffer has been e econtingentasonaCouncilhome located
app oval at land vHUD
Street for thea girls' group hom
release of funds. Nugent said that with Council
an RNC 20 zone Homes will for a special exception for a group ate impact review be
ossible problems with a large
tion in parking requirements to mitigany p
parking lot. Nugent said HUD requires an environmental
done. Nugent said Youth Homes Inc. would
tIn responseot SZuber,pBill
erty if the Evans Street property were purchased.
morerdesirabletandoitYwill probably outh Homes n cost setatveralhthousandEvans sdollarsrtoerepair
ty explained that in addition to the
the Washington Street house. McCar
tional Bank, a $5,000 grant from the Gannett Foundation, and has applied for
$100,000 from CDBG, Youth Homes has obtained a $73,000 loan from First a -
rant -
ficent
unds to
purrchasemand orehabilitate Development
properties. The payback onfthe�loanfportion
of the funds would not exceed what Youth Homes Inc. is currently paying in
rent. In response to McDonald, McCarty said Youth Homes Inc.decided
dthenot
Evans
purchase and rehabilitate the Washington Street property
Street property is substantially more valuable and flocation,� priceHomes
, condi
needs better. McCarty explained 11 criteria (zoning,
tion of property, neighborhood, lot size, building size, parking, proximity
and suitability
floor
to neighbors, estimated cost to ropriatealoc,ation for the girls' group home
were used when looking for an appropriate said
lookemore favorablyfort e McCarty
said
ocation.ere arin�responsento BakerheMcCarty will
the $90,000 purchase price has been offered for the Evans Street property.
Ambrisco inquired about Youth HomesI agesofulthees rchildrentandrthes levicel of
explained that curfew depends upon
responsibility earned by the children, children
hidrenMcare
not stated dareahneighbors
and there are restrictions regarding guests.
may raise concerns about Youth Homes moving into the Evans Street property.
jim tactedain, residebeen supportive of con -
Youth �H mes Inc. movingbintoors tthe Evanshe aStreet
property. Council a grte19tEvanso5treetmes Inc. should pursue the purchase of
the property
Reel 87-C19, Side 2
Additional Street Lighting
McDonald the
s alted the ighting eight lighteriaca de he area has thigh el ldensity d fall uand rhigh
north
ght would cost 5.120 per year. Council
pedestrian use. Atkins said each li
agreed to the additional eight lights listed in Groups 3 and 4 in Brachtel's
April 17, 1987, memo regarding requests by LASA for additional street light-
ing.
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Swimming Pool Bids
Reel 87-C19, Side 2
Councilmembers received Trueblood's April 20, 1987, memo regarding Mercer
Park swimming pool bids. Ambrisco asked City staff to check references and
background of the lowest bidder. Trueblood said the general contractor,
Larsen Construction Company, appears to be very reputable and the architect
is familiar with that firm. Councilmembers urged staff to assure that local
subcontracting firms get paid promptly for services they provide. Zuber
asked how the architect's estimate of $3,198,000 was figured and requested
that staff prepare an itemized breakdown of the architect's estimate. Atkins
said Iowa City needs to award a bid of $2,997,600 to Larsen Construction
Company and the City has available $3.2 million for the project.
Citv Manager Report Reel 87-C19, Side 2
1. Atkins reported there is a $113,000 grant available to the state of Iowa
from HUD for emergency shelter grants, cities with populations greater
than 10,000 are eligible for the grant, and staff has prepared a grant
application for Domestic Violence Project, Emergency Housing Project, and
Youth Homes. Atkins said the application is due April 24.
2. Atkins stated he authorized the release of the foundation building permit
for Blooming Prairie Warehouse expansion project. Atkins explained
Blooming Prairie Warehouse is an LSNRD, a review process is required, and
it would take until May 12 to obtain Council approval for the project.
Atkins said release of the foundation permit would allow the concrete
slab to cure for over 30 days before installation of a refrigerator unit.
If Council did not approve the LSNRD, the slab would not be used for the
unit.
Council Time/Agenda Reel 87-C19, Side 2
1. McDonald stated correspondence was received from the principal of Regina
Elementary School requesting a crossing guard on Rochester Avenue when
the new elementary school opens. Atkins said traffic lights are sched-
uled to be installed this year and Regina Elementary School staff has
agreed to meet with City staff to discuss the location of the crossing
guard. Council approved Regina's request for the crossing guard.
2. Courtney asked that the east side storm water studies be put on the City
Council agenda pending list.
3. (Agenda Item A10 - 1985 Uniform Code for Abatement of Dangerous Build-
ings.) Dickson asked if the University of Iowa's building fire hazards
will be impacted by this ordinance. Atkins said Fire Chief Donner will
prepare a report.
4. In response to Dickson, Atkins said a report regarding public contribu-
tions to the transit system is being prepared.
5. In response to Zuber, Trueblood stated the estimate to repair City Park
pool is $650,000 and was included in the bond issue.
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6. In response to Strait, Helling said Helen Moorhead would not receive a
Plaza Vending permit unless there is a change in policy. Timmins stated
he will check if official Council action is required on the appeal.
7. Ambrisco stated the state and local Masonic Lodge has a formal Presenta-
to tion for a laying of a cornerstone of a public building. Council agreed
stonevofetheenew swimming ng Lodge
cilityrticipate in the laying of the corner-
s• Baker asked if a plaque of the names of Councilmembers will be installed
at the new sewer facility.
9• Ambrisco appointed McDonald to the Council Rules Committee to ensure two
members be present during the summer months.
10. Ambrisco reported that Dickson, McDonald and he attended the League of
Municipalities meeting last Wednesday in Mt. Pleasant.
Meeting adjourned at 9:15.
OFFICIAL COUNCIL ACTIONS - 4/21/87
The cost of publishing the following proceed-
ings 8 claims is $ Cumulative cost for
this caledar year r sen ication is $
Ina City Council, reg, mtg., 4/21/87, 7:30
p.m, at the Civic Carter, Mayor Arbrisco presiding.
Councilmabers present: Arbrisco, Baker, Courtney,
Dickson, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Absent: None.
The Mayor presertai awards for outstanding
enrollees and Outstanding supervisors in the in -
school component of the Mayor's Youth Employment
Program. Outstanding Enrollee category: Cindy
Wittwe-, Ioe City West High and Hoang Le, Iove City
,est High. Honorable Mention: Mary Roberts, Iona
:ity West High and Alec Ballantyne, Ione City City
ligh. Outstanding Worksite Supervisors: Warren
letter, University of Iowa Greenhouse. Outstanding
thool Referrals Awards: Mike Rose, Special Educa-
ion Teacher, West High and Jody Lehr, Special
ducation Teacher, kbst High. The Mayor congratu-
ated all recipients and caimended Peg McElroy,
irector of the program.
The Mayor proclaimed April 22, 1987, as EARIH
kY; April 24, 1987, as AFM DAY; April 25, 1987,
SPRING CLEAN UP MY; April 26 -May 2, 1987, as
CTIMS RIGHTS WEEK; April 26 -May 2, 1987, as AM -
K; Noy 4, 1987, as CHAUNCEY 34AN MY;
y 3-9, 1 , as NURSES WEEK.
ed aid seconded that at
cmmerdations in the cons �Caleendar be received,
ceived,
approved, and/or adopted as arernded.
Approval of Official Council Actions of
the regular meeting of 417/87, as published,
rs
subject to correction, as recoej by the
City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Carmissions: Citi-
zens Committee on City Revenues - 4/8/87; CCN
Cann. - 3/17/87; Historic Preservation Ca;
3/11/87; Bd. of Library Trustees - 3/26/87in
Airport Corm. - 3/19/87; Housing Coin.'
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2/10/87 (corrected minutes). 3/10/87; P&Z Conn.
-4/2/87; Bd. of Adjustment - 3/11/87; Civil
Service Carom. - 4/1/87.
Permit Motions and Resolutions: Class C
Liquor License and Sunday Sales for The Vine,
330 E. Prentiss. Class C Beer permit and
Sunday Sales for Harris Discount, 71 Commercial
Give. Special Class C Beer -Wine License for
Jade Garden Chinese Restaurant, 119 Iowa Ave-
nue. Refund a Liquor License for College
Street Club, 121 E. College Street. Class C
Liquor License and Sunday Sales for Magnifico's
Mostly Italian, 1925 Broadway,
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official Actions
April 21, 1987
Page 2
Ittions: Approving disbursements in the
amount of $2,642,620.25 for the period of 3/1
through 3/31/87, as recommended by the Finance
Director, subject to audit.
Setting Public Hearings: RES. 87-75, TO
SET A RIBLIC FEARING 0`4 5/5/87, ON PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONIRACT AND ESTIMATE
OF COST FOR THE FY88 ASPFIN.T RESURFACING PRO-
JECT.
Resolutions: FES. 87-76, AFFIRHING AN
EMPLOYEE SUSPENSION.
Correspondence: Jim Spratt regarding
Highway 6, staff to reply. Sister Jean Marie
Brady of Regina Elementary School requesting a
school crossing guardat Rochester and First
Avenue for the next school year. Broadband
Telecomm. Corm. regarding the Heritage lawsuit.
Applications for Use of Streets and Public
Grounds: Phi Game Delta for the use of
streets for Ude Island Classic Run on 5/2/87,
approved. Riverfest Comm. for the use of
Madison Street between Market and Bloomington
for a Car Push, approved. Hillcrest Dorm for a
"Ren of the Hill" on 4/11/87, approved. Pro-
ject Concern International for the Walk for
the World" on 5/2/87, approved. Phi Delta Fhi
Legal Fraternity for the "Race Judicata" to be
held on 4/11/87, approved. Jeff Heim for the
use of the alley adjacent to 409 South Dodge
for a party, approved. Riverfest Camp. for a
River Run to be held on 4/25/87, approved.
Steve Stein for permission to shoot a film on
City Plaza on 4/4/87, approved.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and secorded to set a public hearing for
5/5/87 on an ordinance to anend Section 36-58(g) of
the Zoning ordinance concerning special vehicle
parking and storage. The Mayor declared the motion
carried.
A public hearing was held on an anednent to
the Research Development Park (R2DP) Zone. Moved and
seconded to accept the letter from the Chamber of
Commerce supporting the anendnent. The Mayor de-
clared the motion carried.
A public hearing was held on an amendment to
the Zoning ordinance to define fitness centers and
health spas.
A public hearing was held on an amendment to
the Zoning ordinance to aned the Flood Hazard
overlay Zone.
Official Actions
April 21, 1987
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Moved and seconded that the rule requiring
ordinances to be considered and voted on for passage
at bKo Council meetings p•ior to the meeting at
which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the
first consideration and vote be waived and the
second consideration be given at this time. The
Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and sec-
onded that the ordinance to amend the Flood Hazard
Overlay Zone of the Zoning Ordinance, be given
second vote for passage. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
A public hearing res held on an ordinance to
amend Chapter 22 of the Ione City Code of Ordinances
concerning the elimination of the requirerernt for
licensing manufactured housing parks (mobile hares).
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to
anend Section 36-ff of the Zoning ordinance regard-
ing the regulation of fences and hedges.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to
weed Section 36-58(c)(3)a.3. of the Zoning Ordi-
nance regarding the location of parking areas in a C
or I zone within five feet of an R zone boundary.
Moved and seconded that the rule requiring
ordinances to be considered and voted on far passage
at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at
rhich it is to be finally passed be suspended, the
first consideration and vote be waived and the
second consideration be given at this time. The
Mayor declared the motion carried. Moved and
seconded that the ordinance to aped Section
36-58(c)(3)a.3. of the Zoning Ordinance concerning
the location of parking areas in a C or I zone
within five feet of an R zone boundary, be given
second vote for passage. The Mayor declared the
motion carried.
Moved and seceded that the rule requiring
ordinances to be considered and voted on for passage
at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at
which it is to be finally passed be susperded, the
second consideration and vote be waived and that
OPD. 87-3316, TO ESTABLISH A RAM DEVELOPMENT
HOUSING OVERLAY (OPON-5) ZONE ON A 1.69 ACRE TRACT
KNM AS SUMMIT PLACE and located on the southeast
corner of the intersection of Marcy Street and
Kirkwood Avenue, be voted on for final passage at
this time. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved and seconded that the ordinance be finally
adopted at this time.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 87-77, TO [EW
AN APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF A MLI41M AND
FINAL SUBDIVISION RAT, h8L ADDITION.
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official Actions
April 21, 1987
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A public hearing was held on plans, specifica-
tions, form of contract, and estimated cost for the
construction of the Plaza Mini -Park Project.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 87-78,
APPROVING mm, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM CF CONTRACT
AND ESTIMATE OF COST FCR TIE CONSTRUCTION OF H
PLAZA MINI -PARK PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING BIDS TO BE
RECEIVED ON 5/19/87.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance adopt-
ing the 1985 Edition of the Uniform Plurbing code,
as aneded. This Code shall be known as the Iowa
City Plunbing Code.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance
adopting the 1985 Edition of the Uniform Mechanical
Cade (LMC), as aneded. This Code shall be W" as
the Iava City Mechanical Code.
A public hearing was held on au ordinance adopt-
ing the 1985 Edition of the Uniforn Cade for the
Abatarrnt of Dangerous Buildings, as aneuded. This
Cade shall be knm as the Ime City Abatenont of
Dangerous Buildings Cade.
The Mayor announced the following vacancies:
Broadbard Telecom. Carm. - two vacancies for
unexpired terms ending 3/13/88 and 3/13/89. These
appointents will be made at the 6/2/87 meeting of
the City Council.
The recomuedation of the Carmittee on Camuu-
nity Needs noted as follows: Recomuendation of the
Camnittee on Connnity Needs that W to 20% of the
Rental Rehabilitation Program Vouchers be made
available to single, non -elderly, non -handicapped
persons.
Moved and seconded to adopt. TES. 87-79, AP-
PROVING AND AUTHORIZING ALD DIRECTING TME EXECUTION
OF AN ADDENDUM TO TIE CITY'S AGRHWNT WITH hE1CA9
AND EDDY FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING AND PROJECT
MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR TIE WASTEWATER FACILITY
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, TO AUMORIZE TME PERFONACE
OF ADDITIONAL DESIGN, INSPECTION, AND PROJECT WN -
AGEMENT SERVICES IN CONJUNCTION WITH TTE ORLIWD-
OOIXiASS gm S11e PROJECT.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 87-80, AURDR-
IZING TIE MAYOR TO SIGN AND TIE CITY CLERK TO ATIEST
AN AGREEMENT WITH TIE MAYOR'S YOUM EMPLOYMENT
PROGRAM (MYEP) FOR TRE ISE OF 1987 COWUIITY DEVEL-
ORENT BLOCK GRANT FINIS FOR THE MYEP/IOWA CONSERVA-
TION CORPS/SJMER COMTONJENT.
Moved and seconded to adopt TES. 87-81, AUDIIR-
IZI% EXECUTION OF ANNUAL. CONTRIBUTIONS CONTRACT
BEIWEEN TAE CITY AND THE FEDERAL GOVERMENT RELATING
To FUNDS FOR PUBLIC HOUSING PROJECT 72-5.
Official Actions
April 21, 1987
Page 5
Moved and seconded to adopt RFS. 87-82, ADOPT-
ING THE NN AL BlD(ET FOR FISCAL YEAR 1988 ENDING
HE 30, 1968, FOR RIBLIC HDUiING PROJECTS 3, 4, 5.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 87-83, FWAfdI-
ING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SARI AND CITY
CLERK TO ATTEST CONTRACT FOR COLISTRUCTION OF THE DEW
IOWA CITY 94 MING FOOL AT MERCER PARK, to Larsen
Construction Co. for $2,997,600.
Moved and seconded that the rule requiring
ordinances to be considered and voted on for passage
at two Council meetings prior to the meeting at
which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the
second consideration and vote be waived and that
OFD. 87-3317, MELDING SECTION 23-189 OF THE MINICI-
PAL CODE OF IOWA CITY TO CKgg SPEED LIMITS ON
PARTS OF IOWA HIGHWAY 1, be voted on for passage at
this time. The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Mooed and seconded that the ordinance be finally
adopted at this time.
Moved and seconded to adjourn 8:15 p.m. The
Mayor declared the motion carried.
For a more detailed & conplete description of
Council Activities & Disbursements, see Office of
�. ?XAN
k and Finance Departmeont.
/WILLIAM J. A BRISCO, MAYOR
K. KARR, CITY CLERK K";a,J .e- •6 j
Submitted for publication on 4/30/87
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
April 21, 1987
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 4/21/87, 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center.
Mayor Ambrisco presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Baker,
Courtney, Dickson, McDonald, Strait, Zuber. Absent: None. Staffinembers
present: Atkins, Helling, Timmins, Karr, Moen, Franklin, Beagle, Trueblood,
Gannon, Seydel, Frantz, Schmadeke, McElroy. Council minutes tape recorded on
Tape 87-C21, Side 1, 1 -End.
The Mayor presented awards for outstanding enrollees and outstanding
supervisors in the in -school component of the Mayor's Youth Employment Pro-
gram. Outstanding Enrollee category: Cindy Wittwer, Iowa City West High and
Hoang Le, Iowa City West High. Honorable Mention: Mary• Roberts, Iowa City
West High and Alex Ballantyne, Iowa City City High. Outstanding Worksite
Supervisors: Warren Dexter, University of Iowa Greenhouse. Outstanding
School Referrals Awards: Mike Rose, Special Education Teacher, West High and
Jody Lehr, Special Education Teacher, West High. The Mayor congratulated all
recipients and commended Peg McElroy, Director of the program.
The Mayor proclaimed April 22, 1987, as EARTH DAY; April 24, 1987, as
ARBOR DAY; April 25, 1987, as SPRING CLEAN UP DAY; April 26 -May 2, 1987, as
VICTIMS RIGHTS WEEK; April 26 -May 2, 1987, as AMERICAN HOME WEEK; May 4,
1987, as CHAUNCEY SWAN DAY; May 3-9, 1987, as NURSES WEEK.
The Mayor noted the additions to the Consent Calendar. Moved by
McDonald, seconded by Strait, that the following items and recommendations in
the Consent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or adopted as amended:
Approval of Official Council Actions of the regular meeting of
4/7/87, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City
Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Citizens Committee on City
Revenues - 4/8/87; CCN Conn. - 3/17/87; Historic Preservation Comm.
3/11/87; Bd. of Library Trustees - 3/26/87; Airport Comm. - 3/19/87;
Housing Comm. - 2/10/87 (corrected minutes), 3/10/87; P&Z Comm. -4/2/87;
Bd. of Adjustment - 3/11/87; Civil Service Comm. - 4/1/87.
Permit Motions and Resolutions: Approving a Class C Liquor License and
Sunday Sales for Kennedy Investments dba The Vine, 330 E. Prentiss.
Approving a Class C Beer Permit and Sunday Sales for Thomas E. Harris
dba Harris Discount, 71 Commercial Drive. Approving a Special Class C
Beer -Wine License for Mei-Lee Szeto dba Jade Garden Chinese Restaurant,
119 Iowa *Avenue. Refund a Liquor License for HWA Corp. dba College
Street Club, 121 E. College Street. Approving a Class C Liquor License
and Sunday Sales for Magnifico Inc. dba Magnifico's Mostly Italian, 1925
Broadway.
Motions: Approving disbursements in the amount of $2,642,620.25
for the period of 3/1 through 3/31/87, as recommended by the Finance
Director, subject to audit.
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April 21, 1987
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tting
ic
PUBLICeHEARING ON15/5187,iONSPLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, 9FORM OF CONTRACT AND
ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE FY88 ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT, 75 TO SET A
Resolutions: RES, 87-76, Bk. 94, P. 75, AFFIRMING AN EMPLOYEE
SUSPENSION.
Correspondence: Jim Spratt regarding Highway 6
Sister Jean Marie Brady of Regina Elementary School requesting a school
crossing guard at Rochester and First Avenue for staff to reply,
Broadband Teleconm. Comm, regarding the Heritage lawsuit. school year.
Deltarthe
A foicfor Use of Streets and Public Grounds:
the use of streets for the Island Classic Run Phi Gamna
approved. Riverfest Conn, for the use of Madison Street betweenSMarket'
and Bloomington for a Car Push, approved, Hillcrest Dorm for a "
the Hill" on 4/11/87, approved, Project Concern International for the
"Walk for the World" on 5/2/87 Run of
nfty for the "Race Judicata" approved. Phi Delta Phi Legal Frater-
for the use of the alley to be held on 4/11/87, approved, Jeff Heim
proved, RiOf th t lley adjacent to 409 South Dodge for a party, ap-
proved.
Steve Stein for for a River Run to be held on 4/25/87,
4/4/87, approved, Permission to shoot a film on City Plaza on
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/O
Mayor declared the motion carried and r1/1'allPublicepeated
nclmehearsing as set, The
Moved by McDonald, seconded b
5/5/87 on an ordinance to amend Section 36-58(g)
set a
for
concerning special vehicle (g) of theuZoning eOrdinance
motion carded unanimously, parking and storage, The Mayor declared the
y, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
A public hearing was held on an amendment to the Research Development
Park (ROP) Zone, No one appeared. Moved by Dickson, seconded b
to accept the letter from the Chamber of.Conmerce supporting The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, y McDonald,
present, pportill the amendment,
y, 7/O, all Councilmembers
A public hearing was held on an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to
define fitness centers and health spas. No one appeared.
amendthe public
is hearing wasOveheld on an amendment to the Zoning
y Zone. No one appeared. Ordinance to
Moved by McDonald, sAconded by Dickson, that the rule requiring ordi-
nances to be considered and voted on
prior to the meeting at which it is to for passage at two Council meetings
be finals passed
first consideration and vote be waived and the second consideration be given
at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/Oeall Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the motion carried, Moved by McDonald, seconded
by Zuber, that the ordinance to amend the Flood Hazard Overlay Zone of the
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April 21, 1987
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Zoning Ordinance, be given second vote for passage. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 1/0, all Councilmembers present,
motion carried.
The Mayor declared the
Iowa City
hearing was held on an ordinance to amend Chapter 22 of
for licensing
of Ordinances concerning the elimination of
g manufactured housingthe p the
parks (mobile homes requirement
A public hearing was held on an ordinance ) N0 one appeared.
ZoningeOrdinance
reglrthat heif regulation of fences and to amend Section 36-65 of the
mended by staff, they wished to adopt hedges. ions recom-
mended
would have to f, that aledint meeting with P Permit provisions Commission
No one appearedhe Planning and Zoning Commission
j A public hearing was
36-58(c (3)a.3. of the held on an ordinance
areas in a C or I Zoning Ordinance regarding t0 amend Section
geared, zone within five feet of an R 0 the location of parking
zone boundary. No one a -
' Moved b P
Y McDonald, seconded by Courtney, that the rule requiring
ordi-
nances to be considered and voted On for passage at two Council
i prior to the meeting at which {t is to be finall q 9 tangs
first consideration and vote be waived and the second consideration be , the
at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unan{mro s Passed be suspended, the
present. The Mayor declared the motion carried, given
by Strait, that the ordinance to amend Section 36-58 7/0, all Councilmembers
Ordinance concernin Moved by McDonald, seconded
five feet of an R g the location of parking areas inc)a3Caor I f the Zoning
tive roll call vote ounane oimous,unda y+7%p given second vote for passage.
A with{ -
declared the motion carried. + all Councilmembers . Aff{rma-
present. The Mayor
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, that the rule requiring
nances to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings
prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally ordi-
second consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 87-3316, suspended Bk. 28
he
TO ESTABLISH A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT HOUSING OVERLAY Bk
)eZONE ON A'1 t9,
ACRE TRACT KNOWN AS SUMMIT PLACE and located on the southeast corner'Of the
intersection of Marcy Street and Kirkwood Avenue, o voted o for
69
passage at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0 all
Councilmembers present. the Mayor declared the final
McDonald, seconded by Strait, that the ordinance be finally time, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous motion carried. Moved by
The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted, y adopted at this
7/0, all Councilmembers present.
Strait, Seconded by
ved
77, TOoDENYbAN APPLICATION FOR A PROVALsOF At PRELIMINARY AND FINALadopt RES. 87-77,kSUBDIVI-
SION PLAT, H&L ADDITION, Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
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April 21, 1987
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A public hearing was held os
and estimated c st for the constructionof sthe �Plaza �Mini-Park Project.ons, form of ocontract,
one appeared.
Moved by 78, APPROVING PLANS,'SPECIFICAT, seconded IONS,�cFORM 'OFoCONTadoRACTEANDt RS.BESTIMATE OF4COST
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PLAZA MINI -PARK PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING BIDS TO
BE RECEIVED ON 5/19/87. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
public was
Eition of
the Uniform Plumbing code, h as amended. ThiscCodeone shall beeknow85 asdtthe Iowa
City Plumbing Code. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance adopting the 1985 Edition of
the Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC), as amended. This Code shall be known as
the Iowa City Mechanical Code. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance adopting the 1985 Edition of , as amended. This
the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings
Code shall be known as the Iowa City Abatement of Danger
No one appeared. ous Buildings Code.
The Mayor announced the following vacancies: Broadband Telecomm. Comm.
- two vacancies for unexpired terms ending 3/13/88 and 3/13/89. These ap-
pointments will be made at the 6/2/81 meeting of the City Council.
Councilmember Baker requested an updated list of all Board and Commis-
sion members broken down by sex, University affiliation, etc.
The City Manager stated that documents will be drawn
action regarding the proposed agreement with BDI up for Council
for construction of Heinz
Road as part of Iowa City's RISE project.
The recommendation of the Committee on Community Needs noted as follows:
Recommendation of the Committee on Community Needs that up to 20% of the
Rental Rehabilitation Program Vouchers be made available to single, non -
elderly, non -handicapped persons.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Courtney, to adopt. RES. 87-79, Bk. 94, p.
79, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE EXECUTION OF AN ADDENDUM TO
THE CITY'S AGREEMENT WITH METCALF AND EDDY FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING AND
PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE WASTEWATER FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT,
TO AUTHORIZE THE PERFORMANCE OF ADDITIONAL DESIGN, INSPECTION, AND PROJECT
MANAGEMENT SERVICES IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE ORCHARD -DOUGLASS STORM SEWER
PROJECT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers
present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
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April 21, 1987
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Moved by Dickson, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 87-80, Bk. 94, p.
80, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREEMENT
WITH THE MAYOR'S YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM (MYEP) FOR THE USE OF 1987 COMMU-
NITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR THE MYEP/IOWA CONSERVATION
CORPS/SUMMER COMPONENT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all
Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 87-81, Bk. 94, p.
81, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY
AND THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT RELATING TO FUNDS FOR PUBLIC HOUSING PROJECT 22-5.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The
Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 87-82, 8k. 94, p.
82, ADOPTING THE ANNUAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 1988 ENDING JUNE 30, 1988, FOR
PUBLIC HOUSING PROJECTS 3, 4, 5. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 7/0,
j all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
j Moved by Courtney, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 87-83, Bk. 94, p.
83, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE NEW IOWA CITY SWIMMING POOL AT MERCER PARK,
to Larsen Construction Co. for $2,997,600. Affirmative roll call vote unani-
mous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by McDonald, that the rule requiring ordinances I
to be considered and voted on for passage at two Council meetings prior to
the meeting at which it is to be finally passed be suspended, the second
consideration and vote be waived and that ORD. 87-3317, Bk. 28, p, 10, AMEND-
ING SECTION 23-189 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF IOWA CITY TO CHANGE SPEED LIMITS
ON PARTS OF IOWA HIGHWAY 1, be voted on for passage at this time. Affirma-
tive roll call vote unanimous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor
declared the motion carried. Moved by Zuber, seconded by McDonald, that the
ordinance be finally adopted at this time. Affirmative roll call vote unani-
mous, 7/0, all Councilmembers present. The Mayor declared the ordinance
adopted.
Moved by Zuber, seconded by Courtney, to adjourn 8:15 p.m. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 7/0, all Councilmembers present.
W I M MBR S ,
MARIAN K. KARR, LE
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
Iowa May 5, 1987
mayor P C, tem ty Council,
mCounc5/5/87,rs P.M.Center.
Mayor Pro 1:30
McDonald at the Civic
ent: Atkins Zehrtrg't Timmins Absent'. AmbriFra Franklin Staffinembersent: Baker, rpres-
Gannon ' Hellin
Frantz Council Karr, on Ta o
2, 1 -End; 87-C22, Side 1, 1-488 minutes tape recorded on Tape 87schmadeke,
P C21, Side
The Mayor Pro tem proclaimed
4-10, 1987, at M Y KIND O ANIMALS M IlEEK;7 Maas y lOESPECT FOR LAW WEEK; May
HOSPITAL WEEK;
1987, as BARRIER AWARENESS,p1987, as ' 1987, as 101IA CITY
HISTORIC PRESERVATION WEEK; May 71
May 10-16, 1987, as NURSING HOME WEEK.
The Mayor Pro tem noted the additions to the Consent
by Strait, seconded by Courtney, that the following
tions in the Consent Calendar be received Calendar. Moved
amended: 9 items and recommenda-
tions
approved, and/or adopted as
412118jApproval of Official Council
I City Clerks Actions Of
Published, subject to correction the regular meeting of
as recommended by the
Minutes of Boards
I nues - 4/14/87 and Commissions: Citizens' Conn,
Rights Comm. 4/22/87; Historic Preservation Comm, on Cit
4/16/87; P&Z and Historic
Bd, of Librar - 4/8/87y Reve-
Historic Preservation Comms. . 4/23/87; P&Z Comm. -
I Permit Motions: Joint meeting -4/16/87.
Cor
P. dba Colonial La nsproving a Class C Liquor License for Pershel)
G Liquor License for 2253 Old Hwy, 218 South.
21 SturCorner
Missouri Development Com an Approving a Class
gis Cors Inc, dba Mama Ca on a Special Class Ca Pizza
cense for Mama'
Setting Public Hearin s: pones, 212 S, Clinton,
PUBLIC HEARING FOR 5/12/87 RES. 87-8q, Bk. 95
RES, 87-85, Bk. 95, p, 8g, SETTING Eqp p�BLICEHEgRINGO pR TING2BUDGET P. 84, SETTING A
APPROVING THE FY87 CAPITAL PROJECTS BUDGET AND ESTADLISOR 5 A CAPITAL
PROJECTS cB BUDGET
corm nt88.on o set a ON
use of programbdesc iptiohearinn for the
to
87 86 E93,000 in rental rehabilitation grant funds for 1987.
SPECIFICATIONS pFORM 86' SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR 5/12/87, 01I PLANS,
STRUCTION OF THE SOUTHOWASTEIATER TREATMENT FACILITY PROJECT, RES,
ESTIMATE OF COST FOR THE CON -
Correspondence: Joan Vanden Berg, Director of the Willowcreek
Neighborhood Center, expressing thanks for the Council's
support, Letters regarding the proposed ordinance regarding
Parking of recreational vehicles from: continued
Boorman; Dennis and Dorothy Kahle from:
Johnnie Shaffer; O the
Traffic Engr, re: Parkin Irvin James B,
section with Oakcrest Streetrohibition on George Street atMemoits rintere
submitting a certifiedsion
list of Position Memo from the Civil Service Co
applicants for the mmison of Animal
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Control Officer/Police Department. Petition from residents regarding
proposed installation of parking meters in the Central Business Dis-
trict.
Applications for the Use of Streets and Public Grounds: Riverfest
Comm. for a Brown Bag Lunch Event on 4/20-24/87, approved. Joanna
Rawson for "Take Back the Night" march and rally on 5/2/87, approved.
Patricia Van Eck for the use of public grounds for Memorial Day serv-
ices on 5/25/87, approved. Jane Dinsmore for permission to distribute
poppies to aid veterans in the downtown area of Iowa City on
5/15-16/87, approved. Doris Abboud on behalf of a metalsmithing class
from the University of Iowa to display and sell handcrafted items from
the Plaza Mini -Park on 5/2-3/87 (rain dates 5/8-9/87), approved.
Gloria Williams for the use of Plaza Mini -Park to distribute litera-
ture regarding Earth Day on 4/18/87, approved. Kevin Burton for the
use of public grounds for a march and rally by the Black Student Union
on 4/29/87, approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Ambrisco, Zuber absent. The
Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried and repeated the public hearings
as set.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to amend Section 36-58(g) of
the Zoning Ordinance concerning special vehicle parking and storage. The
following people appeared: Jim Boorman, 2705 Friendship; Glenn Roberts,
21 Ashwood; Charles Kent, 220 Richards; W.E. (Bill) Fischer, 1203 Tracy
Lane; Ray Willoughby, 2418 Washington; Dick Buxton, 2655 Hillside; John
Shaffer, 901 Bloomington; Arlo Fry, N. 45 7th Avenue. Moved by McDonald,
seconded by Strait, to continue the public hearing to June 2, 1987. The
Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried unanimously, 5/0, Zuber,
Ambrisco absent, and noted that a meeting would be taking place with
concerned citizens and staff to review the ordinance prior to the June
meeting. Moved by Strait, seconded by McDonald, to accept ltr. from Ruth
Weinard and Edward Kintz; petition from 40 residents objecting to proposed
ordinance. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried, 5/0, Ambrisco,
Zuber absent.
Moved by Baker, seconded by Strait, that the ordinance to amend the
Research Development Park (ROP) zone, be given first vote for passage.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Ambrisco, Zuber absent. The
Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney, that the ordinance to amend
the Zoning Ordinance to define fitness centers and health spas, be given
first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0,
Ambrisco, Zuber absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Baker, that the ordinance to amend Chap-
ter 22 of the Iowa City Code of Ordinances, concerning the elimination of
the requirement for licensing manufactured housing parks (mobile homes),
be given first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
5/0, Ambrisco, Zuber absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion car-
ried.
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Moved by Baker, seconded by Strait, that ORD. 87-3318, Bk. 28, p. 11,
TO AMEND THE FLOOD HAZARD OVERLAY ZONE of the Zoning Ordinance, be passed
and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Ambrisco, Zuber
absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Baker, to defer to 6/2/87, an ordinance
to amend Section 36-65 of the Zoning Ordinance regarding the regulation of
fences and hedges. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried, 5/0,
Ambrisco, Zuber absent.
Moved by Baker, seconded by Courtney, that ORD. 87-3319, Bk. 28, p.
12, AMENDING SECTION 36-58(c)(3)a.3. of the Zoning Ordinance regarding the
location of parking areas in a C or I zone within five feet of an R zone
boundary, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
5/0, Ambrisco, Zuber absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the ordinance
adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, to defer to 6/2/87, until after
the Fringe Committee meets, a recommendation of the P&Z Comm. that a
request submitted by Clifford Bell to rezone a tract located in the County
from A-1 Rural to RS Suburban Residential, be denied. The Mayor Pro tem
declared the motion carried, 4/1, Courtney voting "no" and Ambrisco, Zuber
absent.
Recommendation of the P&Z Comm, noted as follows: That the Fringe
Area Committee reconvene to discuss development policies for Area 5 of the
Johnson County/Iowa City Fringe Area.
A public hearing was held on plans, specifications, form of contract
and cost estimate for the FY88 Asphalt Resurfacing Project. No one ap-
peared.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 87-87, Bk. 95, p.
87, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND COST ESTIMATE
FOR THE FY88 ASPHALT RESURFACING PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING BIDS TO BE RE-
CEIVED MAY 27, 1987. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 5/0, Ambrisco,
Zuber absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the resolution adopted.
Justine Retz, 529 East College, appeared representing the Committee
for Preservation of Free Parking in Residential Areas, regarding petitions
submitted to preserve non -metered parking in residential areas. Leonard
Yeggy, 840 St. Anne's Drive, appeared re dangers of lawn spraying and
pesticides. Roberta Till Retz, 600 Manor Drive, appeared re the DDI
agreement with the City. Darlene Clausen, 508 E. Bloomington, appeared in
support of the petitions to preserve free parking in residential areas and
noted the 400 and 500 blocks of Bloomington. E.L. Gjovig, 50 Wakefield
Ct., representing the local chapter of the American Association of Retired
Persons (AARP) re the City Transit System. Staff will meet with the group
on the matter.
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Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney, to approve the recommendation
of the Airport Comm. to appoint Jack Ashby to the Airport Zoning Comm. as
a representative of the Airport Conn., for an unexpired term ending
1/1/88. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion carried unanimously, 5/0,
Ambrisco, Zuber absent.
Councilmember Baker requested local papers cover the BDI agreement in
more detail. He also raised concerns re the FY87 Alley Paving Assessment
Project scheduled for public hearing on 5/12. Courtney requested more
history on the project. Staff will prepare material prior to the hearing.
The City Clerk noted the importance of citizens filing objections prior to
the hearing.
The City Mgr. noted Council discussion at the informal meeting of 5/4
re a turn lane at Hwy. 1 and Sunset Street and reported that the signals
had just been installed in October and the Traffic Engr, recommended going
through a full year of operations. A follow up will be done in the fall.
Atkins notified Council that, in response to Council request, a summary
has been prepared and will be added to the City's utilities bill that will
provide a line for citizens to donate an amount to the City's transit
system.
Recommendations of the Boards and Commissions noted as follows: The
Human Rights Comm. recommends that the Council approve an additional
amendment to the City's Non -Discrimination Ordinance to assess the costs
of public hearing to the respondent when the finding from the public
hearing is against the respondent; the Bd. of Library Trustees recommends
that Section 20-19(d) of the Library Ordinance be amended as follows:
"Vacancies. The position of any trustee shall be vacant if he moves
permanently from the city, or county in case of a non-resident member; or
if he is bent for fur () cnsecutve Vacancies ins the Boardoshall be ofillediby appointmenttofgthefMayorthe Bowith
the approval of the Council, or the Board of Supervisors in the case of
the non-resident member, and the new trustee shall fill out the unexpired
term for which the appointment is made." (Councilmember Baker left the
meeting.)
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 87-88, Bk. 95, p.
88, AUTHORIZING FILING OF APPLICATION WITH THE ENVIRON14ENTAL PROTECTION
AGENCY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, FOR A GRANT UNDER THE FEDERAL WATER
POLLUTION CONTROL ACT AMENDMENTS. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
4/0, Ambrisco, Baker, Zuber absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the reso-
lution adopted.
Moved 89, AWARDING CONTRACT,ANDcAUTHORIed ZINGrTHE'to 14AYORdTOtSIGN AND THE CI TY9CLERK
TO ATTEST A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PARKING RAMP "A" MAINTE-
NEBRAS A, for NANCE AND A$101IRS ,207•50, TAffirmatOeNSONN1 CONTR C INe� unanimous, OF OMAHA,
Ambrisco, Baker, Zuber absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the resolution
adopted.
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Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 87-90, Bk. 95, P.
90, ESTABLISHING A LANDFILL FEE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
4/0, Ambrisco, Baker, Zuber absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the reso-
lution adopted.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by McDonald, to defer to 5/12/87, a reso-
lution authorizing and approving agreement between the City and Business
Development, Inc. (BOI) for financing Heinz Road construction. The Mayor
Pro tem declared the motion carried, 4/0, Ambrisco, Baker, Zuber absent.
Moved by Strait, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 87-91, Bk. 95, p.
91, AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION TO THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR AN EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANT AS AUTHORIZED BY THE
HOMELESS ACT OF 1986. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 4/0,
Ambrisco, Baker, Zuber absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 87-92, Bk. 95, p.
92, AUTHORIZING ACQUISITION OF AVIGATION EASEMENTS BY NEGOTIATION OR
CONDEMNATION IN CONNECTION WITH THE RUNWAY 6-24 EXTENSION PROJECT AT THE
IOWA CITY MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 4/0,
Ambrisco, Baker, Zuber absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 87-93, Bk. 95, P.
93, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO
EXECUTE AND ATTEST, RESPECTIVELY, A MUTUAL AGREEMENT WITH THOMAS R. AND i
MARILYN J. ALBERHASKY IN CONNECTION WITH THE WEST BENTON STREET BRIDGE
PROJEZuberOabsent. Thetive Mayorroll Pro temlvote declared the resolution ' Baker,
adopted. Ambrisco,
Moved by Strait, seconded by McDonald, that the ordinance amending
Chapter 8, Article VII, of the Iowa City Code of Ordinances relating to
plumbing regulations, by adopting the 1985 Edition of the Uniform Plumbing
Code forcemeoth be certainamendments
afirst evote andaddition,
apassages� Affirmative and providing
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vote
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unanimous, 4/0, Ambrisco, Baker, Zuber absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared
the motion carried.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney, that the ordinance amending
Chapter 8, Article IV, the Mechanical Code, by adopting the 1985 Edition
of the Uniform Mechanical Code with certain amendments thereof, be given
first vote for passage. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 4/0,
Ambrisco, Baker, Zuber absent. The Mayor Pro tem declared the motion
carried.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney, that the ordinance amending
Chapter 8, Article III, the Dangerous Building Code, by adopting the 1985
Edition of the Uniform code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings with
certain amendments thereof, be given first vote for passage. Affirmative
roll call vote unanimous, 4/0, Ambrisco, Baker, Zuber absent. The Mayor
Pro tem declared the motion carried.
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Informal Council Discussion
May 4, 1987
Informal Council Discussion: May 4, 1987, at 7:05 p.m. in the Council
Chambers in the ivic enter. Mayor Bill Ambrisco presiding.
Council resent: Strait, Courtney, Dickson, Ambrisco. Absent: McDonald,
Zu er, Baker.
Staff present: Atkins, Helling, Karr, Timmins, Franklin, Boothroy.
Tape-recording: Reel 87-C20, Side 1, 23-270.
CONSENT CALENDAR ADDITIONS:
The City Council agreed to add to the Consent Calendar a Class G Liquor
i License for Missouri Development Company and petitions from residents
regarding proposed installation of parking meters in the Central Business
District.
PLANNING & ZONING MATTERS:
A. PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 36-58(g) OF THE ZONING
ORDINANCE ERNING SPEI.IAL
VEHICLE PAHKIH� AHO aiuR rrR in
stated tsoot roy will present overhead projection transparencies at
i tomorrow's formal Council meeting showing the distinction between a
required yard and a yard. Franklin said there is currently a provi-
sion in the Zoning Ordinance for regulating special vehicles in the
front yard and this ordinance strengthens the enforcement provision.
Ambrisco stated the public hearing will be continued until June 2,
1987. Franklin stated she and Boothroy will meet with Bud Means,
Local Chapter President of the Good Sam Association -Organization of i
RV Owners, on Wednesday to discuss the proposed ordinance. Boothroy
said representatives from other local RV organizations will also be
present at that meeting. In response to Ambrisco, Franklin stated
boats could be defined as RV's if they meet size specifications.
B. ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PARK ZONE. No Council
discussion.
C. ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO DEFINE FITNESS CENTERS AND
HEALTH SPAS. No Council discussion.
D. ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 22 OF THE IOWA CITY CODEOF ORDINANCES
CONCERNING THE ELIMINATION 0 HE RE R M N FOR NSI M C-
T R HOUSING RKS. NO Council discussion.
E.
NARCI.Franklin explained the amenamenc removes cne urumame
'time Zoning Ordinance and puts it in another chapter of the Municipal
Code, entitled "Environmental Regulations."
F. ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 36-65 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCEREGARDING THE
REGULATION OF FENCES AND HED ES. Franklin reported t e P ann ng
ZoningCommission members were unable to attend Council's informal
discussion as planned. Planning & Zoning Commission members were to
ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE FLOOD HAZARD OVERLAY ZONE OF THE ZONING ORDI-
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discuss with Councilmembers the issue of whether permits would be
required .for all fences or for fences only greater than six feet in
height. Franklin stated staff is supporting permits for all fences
and the Planning & Zoning Commission was opposed to that comprehensive
permitting process. Franklin suggested deferring this item until June
2.
TO AMEND SECTION 36-58(c)(3)a.3. OF
scuss
I na. rranKiin said the tract is located outside the eastern corpo-
ra a limits of Iowa City and the request is to rezone the property
from A-1, Rural, to RS, Suburban Residential. Franklin said the
recommendation is to advise the County that this rezoning is inconsis-
tent with Area 5 Policy. Area 5 Policy calls for agricultural devel-
opment and farm family development. In response to Dickson, Franklin
said Council should take action on this item.
.c wuuienuaLiull rrunl cne viann-ing & ZoningCommissionto reconvene the
Fringe Area Committee because proposed improvements to Scott Boulevard
and Local Road and construction of the City's municipal sewage treat-
ment facility may place developmental pressures on Area 5 of the
fringe area. Ambrisco said the Fringe Area Committee will meet on
May 14, 1987.
ANNUAL WORK SESSION WITH BOARD AND COMMISSION MEMBERS Reel 87-C20, Side 1
Atkins stated Council received his April 29, 1987, memo regarding annual
work sessions - City Boards and Commissions. Atkins said he would provide
a general overview of the City's revenue and expenditures, City projects
and policies relating to City government for board and commission members.
Council agreed to Atkins' proposal to hold the work session.
COUNCIL TIME/AGENDA:
Reel 87-C20, Side 1
Courtney noted Council received correspondence from Paula Brandt
regarding traffic problems on North Gilbert Street. Atkins stated
staff will study the problem and prepare a response.
Dickson requested installation of a deceleration right turn lane at
the intersection of Highway 1 and Sunset. Atkins said he will request
staff to prepare information.
In response to Strait, Timmins said Dick Boyle is preparing an opinion
regarding the Oldis property/Virginia Drive right-of-way vacation.
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4. Strait noted Council received correspondence from Greg Brown regarding
objections to the alley paving project. Karr said the project is part
of the alley assessment project and a public hearing is scheduled for
May 12. Atkins said he will review that correspondence.
5. In response to Strait, Atkins said that an informational form is being
prepared for City employees to report problems within Iowa City.
6. (Agenda Item No. 15 - BDI Agreement) Atkins requested Council defer
this item.
i 7. Karr stated that staff has requested Council return copies of the
Coralville Milldam Feasibility Study.
EXECUTIVE S�:
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Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adjourn to executive session
under Section 21.5C to discuss strategy with Council in matters that are
presently in litigation or where litigation is eminent where its disclo-
sure would be likely to prejudice or banish the position of the governmen-
tal body in that litigation. Affirmative roll call vote
McDonald, Zuber, Baker absent. unanimous, 4/0,
Mayor declared the motion carried. Coun-
cil adjourned to executive session at 7:25 p.m,
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