HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987-08-11 Council minutesInformal Council Discussion
July 27, 1987
Informal Council Discussion: July 27, 1987, at 7:30 in the Council Chambers
o e ivic enter. Mayor Pro tem Kate Dickson presiding.
Council Present: McDonald, Courtney, Strait, Dickson. Absent: Zuber,
a er _,EErisco.
Staff Present: Atkins, Helling, Timmins, Karr, Smith, Kimble, Franklin,
Tag e, i os .
Tape Recorded: Reel 87-C35, Side 1, 1 -End.
Consent Calendar Additions: Reel 87-C35, Side 1
City Council agreed to add to the Consent Calendar a Class C liquor license
for Billy's.
i Planning & Zonina Matters: Reel 87-C35, Side 1
a. Rezoning property at 528 Iowa Avenue from RNC -20 to CB 2.
Beagle stated the Planning and Zoning Commission and staff recommended
denial of the request because it was found to be inconsistent with the
Comprehensive Plan's designation of the area. In response to Strait,
Franklin stated the applicant has not indicated withdrawal of his re-
quest.
b. Rezoning of property at 410 Iowa Avenue from P to CB -2.
Beagle stated staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended in
favor of the ordinance.
c. Vacating a portion of the north -south allev between Aentnn srroer -ra
Beagle explained the sale and vacation of this parcel will facilitate the
sale and redevelopment of the urban renewal parcels A-2 and A-3.
d. Amending Section 27-44 of the LSNRD regulations.
Beagle stated the amendment would permit minor deviation to the size and
siting of existing buildings shown on already approved LSNRD plans.
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No Council discussion.
2 and 6-62(c)(6)b.2 of the Zonina Ordi-
Resolution to acce�the dedication of a portion of Phoenix Drive in
ToF.� r.at une.
Franklin explained land was set aside when Southwest Estates Part One was
subdivided for future dedication of a portion of Phoenix Drive when land
to the north was developed.
Rural Development Standards: Reel 87-C35, Side 1
Franklin reviewed the proposed development standards for subdivisions in the
extraterritorial jurisdiction as outlined in her June 25, 1987, memo to the
Planning and Zoning Commission. Franklin stated the proposed standards are
related to anticipated annexation of land; the current standards required a
chipseal surface regardless if the area is anticipated for annexation; and
the Board of Supervisors have expressed at chipseal surface is not neces-
sary in areas within the two mile extrattherritorial jurisdiction where the
City does not anticipate annexation. Franklin stated the proposed standards
contain three levels: Level 1 - anticipated annexation in less than five
years; Level 2 - anticipated annexation in five to ten years; and Level 3 -
all other areas within the two mile extraterritorial fringe. Franklin stated
the Planning and Zoning Commission added that all telephone and utility
service lines located in Level 1 areas should be underground and in Level 3,
the crushed rock put on roads should be six inches instead of three inches.
Franklin said the Johnson County Zoning Commission will consider the proposed
standards at the next meeting and the Johnson County Board of Supervisors
have already looked at the standards.
In response to Dickson, Franklin explained the urban design standards would
be required in Level 1 because the anticipated annexation within five years.
Franklin stated some members of the Board of Supervisors objected to the
chipseal requirement for areas that were not anticipated for annexation
because they thought it was an undue burden on people developing the area.
In response to McDonald, Franklin said the City will need to look very care-
fully at the anticipated annexation areas and there could still be a two
tiered policy where urban design standards would be applied to the first mile
of the two mile extraterritorial jurisdiction and chipseal standards to the
second mile. Council agreed the proposed standards should be referred to the
fringe area committee for consideration.
Fee Study: Reel 87-C35, Side 1
Vitosh stated Council received her July 22, 1987, memo regarding 1987 fee
study. Courtney inquired about the mechanical permit fee. Vitosh explained
the proposed fee schedule separates residential and commercial permits; the
o fee was set similar to other housing permits; and the fee is tied to the
value of the work that is being inspected. Courtney raised concerns about
doubling fees. Vitosh noted fees had not been reviewed on an annual basis in
the past. Courtney stated the infant interment fee should not be increased.
Vitosh explained the fees were tied to what the actual costs were to provide
that service. Council agreed the infant interment fee should not be
increased. Vitosh said resolutions related to the fee changes will be pre-
pared.
Susan Horowitz suggested City boards and commissions review the fee schedule.
Atkins stated City boards and commissions could be asked to review the fee
schedule on an annual basis during the budget process.
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Council Time/Agenda;
I. Courtney referred to Brachtel's March 17 Reel 87-C35, Side 1
in the alley next to the Plaza Centre �oneBandesaidth
should be considered. relating to parking
entire alley
In response to Courtney, City Attorney Timmins stated he will review
recent Board of Adjustment minutes for accuracy relating to 19 Evans St.
lawsuit.
In response to Strait, Atkins said a response letter to the Countyletter
re the proposed wastewater plant site will be drafted and forward
Council for review before it is sent out. ed to
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Dickson noted Council received July 22, 1987, letter from the League of
Iowa Municipalities requesting a contribution.
decision be made regarding the contribution when all Councdil membe se are
present. Karr asked Council to contact City Clerk's office or the City
Manager's office if they plan to attend the League's annual convention in
September.
In response to Courtney, Atkins stated the engineering report is done for
the Melrose Street bridge.
Appointments:
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Board of Examiners - James Croker (unexpired term), Clark DeVries
term)
Resources Conservation Commission - Dorothy Persson (Partial
Council Time/Agenda Continued:
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recommendation will Rbeoavailable vation tforaCouncil'rk s Augustns11said m eting,orand
asked the resolution be deferred to that date.
8. Atkins requested Council allow him to Pursue
ial of
property owners for the Scott Boulevard condemnatio eProceedi gs.mTimmins
noted a portion of the project costs can be assessed. Council agreed to
Pursue the matter.
9. (Agenda Item 3.g.(5) - Letter from Tom Shaff, City Park Pool Renovation.)
Strait inquired about correspondence received from Tom Shaff relating to
cil'sifor alr meetingri000discuss his position ated Shaff will attend Coun-
Meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
OFFICIAL COINCIL ACTIONS - 7/28/87
The cost of publishing the following proceedings
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calendar year or sai lication is $
Ioe City Council, reg. mtg., 7/28/81, 7�.M. at
the Civic Center, Mayor Ambrisco presiding.
Councilnarbers present: Arbrisco, Baker, Courtney,
Dickson, McDonald, Strait. Absent: zz;.
The Mayor proclaimed August 8-15, 1987, as
KNIGHT OF COLLMU TOOTSIE ROLL SALE WEEK.
Moved and seconded, that the following items and
recannendations in the Consent Calendar be received,
Or approved, and/or approved as amended:
Approval of Official Council Actions of the
regular meeting of 7/14/87, as published, sub-
ject to correction, as recommended by the City
Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Cormissions: P&Z
Corm. - 7/2/87; Resources Conservation Cann. -
6/8/87; Bd. of Library Trustees - 7/9/87; Civil
Service Cann. - 5/11, 121 13, 16/87, 5/19/87,
6/9/87; Rive-frontCorrm. - 7/8/87; Bd. of Ad-
I jusbnent - 6/16/87, 7/8/87; Design Review Can.
-7/16/87.
1 Permit Motions and Resolutions: Class C
Liquor License for The Fieldhouse, 111 E. Col-
lege. Class E Liquor License for Drugto n 92,
1221 N. Dodge. Class C Beer Permit for Dan's
Mustarg Market, 933 S. Clinton Street. Class C
Liquor License for Carlos O'Kelly's, 1411 S.
Waterfront. Class C Liquor License for George's
Buffet, 312 Market Street. Class C Liquor Li-
cense for 6:20, 620 South Madison. Class C
Liquor License for Saw Pablo's LTD., 830 1st
Avenue. Class B Beer Permit for Lotito's Pizza
LTD., 321 S. Gilbert Street, FES. 87-184,
ISSUING DANCING PERMITS. PES. 87-185, ISSUING
CIGARETTE PERMIT. Liquor license refund. Class
C Liquor License for Maxie's, 1920 Keokuk.
Class C Liquor License for dba Billy's LTO., 819
1st Avenue.
Setting Public Hearings: FES. 87-186,
SETTING A PUBLIC FEARING ON 8/11/87, ON HNS,
SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT AND ESTIMATE OF
COST FOR CONSTRl1CTION OF 71E HEINZ ROAD IMPROVE-
MENTS PROJECT.
Motions: Approving disburserents in the
arount of $6,012,402.44 for the period of 6/1
thru 6/30/87, as recammwded by the Finance
Dir., subject to audit.
Aesolutions: NES. 87-187, ACCEPTING THE
PAVING FOR HLNTERS RLN SUBDIVISION PARTS 2 & 3,
J PHASE III. RES. 87-188, AUMRIZING THE MAYOR
TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AGREE-
MENT WITH RATERS RLN DEVELORFM CO. CONCERNING
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July 28, 1987
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Ol1CK UM DRIVE OVERdIM PAVW(T. FES.
87-189, ACCEPTING a WORK FOR THE CUPS RAMP
INSTALLATION PRDECT.
Correspondence: Richard Haendel, owner of
Goldie's Fresh Seafood Carpany, requesting the
j Council consider regulating the peddlers who
care into Iowa City and sell seafood and other
food item from the back of trucks. Mam from
the Traffic Engr. regarding: parking prvhibi-
tion on Bakcrest Street; parking in the alley
north of Plaza Centre One; parking in front of
722 East College Street. Mono fran the Civil
Service Caron. submitting certified lists of
applicants for the following positions: Senior
Accountant/Accounting Division; Mater
faader/Water Division; Maintenance Worker
I/Streets. Heidi Sather regarding the Pblic
Transit Systen, referred to the Transit Nyr. for
reply. Tharas J. Shaff with attached petition,
asking council to reconsider the bath Morse
design at the City Park Pool, referred to P&R
Dir. for reply.
Application for Use of Streets and Public
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Grounds: Carousel Motors to park vehicles on
public right-of-way during the resurfacing of
their parking lot on 7/11 and 12/87, approved.
Janet Faske for the use of firrantwood Street
between Hollywood and Flatiron for a block party
on 7/19/87, approved. Annesty International,
Group A58, to distribute information and accept
donations on 7/17/87, approved. Downtown Asso-
ciation for "Sidewalk Days" on 7/17, 18, 19/87,
approved.
The Mayor declared the motion carried and repeated
the public hearing as set.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to
rezone property at 528 Iowa Avenue from RMC -20 to
CB -2. Atty. Larry Lynch, representing the Univer-
sity of Iowa Credit Thion, appeared resisting the
rezoning request. The Maya' noted a letter iron the
applicant requesting the public hearing be contin-
o, uod. Moved and seconded to continue the public
hearing to October 6, 1987. The Mayor declared the
motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Ztdw absent.
Moved and seconded that ORD. 87-3329, REZONE
PROPERTY AT 410 IOWA AVENAE FROM P TO CB -2, be
passed and adopted.
Moved and seconded that ORD. 87-3330, Ok. 2B, p.
23, VACATE A PORTION OF THE NDR1H-SOUTH ALLEY BE-
TWEEN BENTON STREET AND RALSTON CREEK, VEST OF
d Ji GILBERT STREET, be passed and adopted.
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July 28, 1987
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Moved and seconded that ORD. 87-3331, MM MIN G
SECTION 27-44 OF TIE LARGE SCALE MN-RESID,MIAL
OEVELORMENT (LSNRD) REGULATIONS, be passed and
adopted.
Moved and seconded that ORD. 87-3332, MENDING
SECTION 36-2(c)(3)b.2 AMD 6-62(c)(6)b.2 OF TIE
ZONING ORDINANCE COCERIING SIGNS PERMITTED IN TIE
CH -1, CC -2 AND CI -1 ZONES AND IN THE I-1 AND I-2
ZONES, be passed and adopted.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 87-190, ACCEPT
THE DEDICATION OF A PORTION OF PHOENIX DRIVE IN
SONDIrEST ESTATES PMT 1.
A public hearing was held on plans, specifica-
tions, form of contract and estimated cost for the
Scott Boulevard Lmrovments Project, Phase III.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 87-191, APPROV-
DC RAMS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, ESTI-
MATE OF COST AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO FIX
TIME FOR RECEIPT D BIDS FOR THE SCOTT BOULEVARD
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, RASE 111 40 ESTABLISHING THE
AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCDMPANY EACH BID, DI-
RECTING CITY CLEW TO PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS, TVD
FIXING THE RACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
A public hearing vas held on the sale and con-
veyance of Laver Ralston Creek Parcels A-2 and A-3
J to Iova City Law Building Partnership. John Cruise,
representing the Iowa City Law building Partnership,
appeared and asked Council proceed with approval of
the conveyance to allow his firm to occupy the
building by the end of the year.
Moved and seconded, to adopt RES. 87-192, AP-
PROVING A CONTRACT FOR SALE OF LAW FOR PRIVATE
R OEVELORMENT WITH IOWA CITY LAW BUILDING PMRER-
SHIP FOR THE PARCELS KNOWN AS A-2 TVD A-3, LOCATED
IN THE LOWER RALSTON CREEK AREA OF IOWA CITY, AND
AUTHORIZING TIE MAYOR AND CITY CLERIC TO EXECUTE TIE
C@TTRACT AND DEEDS TO THE PROPERTY.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 87-193, TO
DISPOSE OF A PORTION OF THE NDRTH-SOUTH ALLEY BE-
114EEN BENTM STREET AND RALSTON CREEK, WEST D
GILBERT STREET, to Iowa City Law Building Partner-
ship for $1,667.
Jean Hood, Senior Center Commission, appeared to
present copies of the senior citizen discount direc-
tory. Ton Shaff, 927 N. Dodge, appeared re his
letter on the renovation of the City Park Pool and
requested Council reconsider the decision to put a
roof over the bathhouses. The Mayor noted bids had
been received for the project but the item vuuld be
deferred until 8/11 to allow staff tine to review
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July 28, 1987
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the proposals. Cantil requested staff research the
matter of the bathhouses for the 8/11 meeting also.
Dean Thornberry appeared and requested Shen a vote
Mould be held on the proposed Boyrun Subdivision.
The City Mar. stated the matter had been deferred
Pending application for Exxon overcharge Funds.
Staff will prepare an analysis.
The Mayor announced the following vacancy: Bd.
of Electrical Examiners and Appeals - one vacancy
for a representative of the public for a four-year
term ailing 10/26/91. This appointment will be made
at the 9/8/87, meeting of the City Council.
Mbved and seconded to make the following City
Council appointments: Dorothy Persson, 838
Oakcrest, to the Resources conservation Conn. for an
unexpired term ending 1/1/88, plus a three-year term
ending 1/1/91; Janes C. Croker, 6 Warwick Circle, to
the Bd. of Examiners of Plurbers for an unexpired
term ending 12/31/87, plus a be -year term ending
12/31/89 and Clark deVries, 516 S. Van Buret, for a
Partial term ending 12/31/88. The Mayor declared
the motion carried, 6/0, Zuber absent.
Couicilmerber Baker requested an updated report
on parking revenues.
RKannendations of the Boards and Commissions
noted as follows: Recommmendaticn of the Resources
Conservation Comm.: In the future the RLC Mould
like to receive plans and specifications for new
construction and renovations to City buildings prior
to bid letting, for review as to energy consumption
and performance. Moved by MtDoreld, seconded by
Strait, to approve the recammendation of the Design
Review Conmittee that the new awning be part of the
facade renovation at 114 East College Street.
(Jackson's Gifts)
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 87-194,THOR
AU-
IZING THE MAYOR To SIGN AND THE CITY CLERIC Tb ATTEST
THE RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING A FIdMUSSORY NOTE
EXECUTED BY AURELIA SOLNAR. Moved and seconded by
Courtney, to adopt FES. 87-195, MMMIZING TIE
EXECLRION OF A REVISED AMM CONTRIBUTIONS CON-
TRACT, HOUSING VOLDER PROGRMI. NA, IA -05 -VM -M.
Moved and seconded to adopt RES. 87-196, ek,
AMIZING A REVISED IHEMUENF TO TIE WM 12,
1986, AGREfMNT WITH TIE IOWA CITY CRISIS INITERVE11-
TION CEMER FOR 11E RUM OF REMOVING CERTAIN
RESTRICTIONS WHICH PREVENT TIE IOWA CITY CRISIS
CENTER FROM OBTAINING A MORTGAGE,
Moved and seconded to adopt RES, 87-197, AUTIOR-
IZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH TIE IOWA DE-
PARTMEf OF TRANSPORTATION, for Won overcharge
Funds.
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July 28, 1987
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Pbved and seconded to defer to 8/11/87 a resolu-
tion axerding contract and authorizing Mayor to sign
and the City Clerk to attest contract for the reno-
vation of City Park ginning Pool. The Mayor de-
clared the nntion carried.
Moved and seconded to adopt PES. 87-198, M D-
ING TIE FY88 ADMINISTPATIVE AND DECUfIVE CAISSIFI-
CATION/CQPENSATION PAW, for the Police and Fire
Dew ents.
Moved and seconded to adopt PES. 87-199, RESOLU-
TION OF KLASSIFIED SAIARIFS AND COMPENSATION FOR
FISCAL YEAR 1988, for the City Manager, City Attor-
ney, and City Clerk.
Moved and seconded to adjourn 8:55 P.M. The
Mayor declared the motion carried.
For a more detailed and conplete description of
Council Activities and Disbursenents, see Office of
C jg�rr and Finance PM J. nent.
t ,() (,�/WILLIAM J. PtBRISCO
s K. KARR, C1TY CIFkC
Submitted for Publication - 8/6/ 7
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COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
July 28, 1987
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 7/28/87, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center.
Mayor Ambrisco presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Baker,
pres-
ent:
Courtney,
Hel McDonald, Timmins, Karr,
BeagleZuMilkman, Fosse,r. erFarmer,
Trueblood, Brachtel. Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 87-C36, Side
1, 1 -End and Side 2, 1-449.
The Mayor proclaimed August 8-15, 1987, as KNIGHT OF COLUMBUS TOOTSIE
ROLL SALE WEEK.
The Mayor noted the additions to the Consent Calendar. Moved by
in the C
McDonald, seconded by Strait, that the following items and recommendations
amended: onsent Calendar be received, or approved, and/or approved as
Approval of Official Council Actions of the regular meeting of
7/14/87, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the
City Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: P&Z Comm. - 7/2/87; Resources
Conservation Corn. - 6/8/87; Bd. of Library Trustees - 7/9/87; Civil
Service Comm. - 5/11, 12, 13, 16/87, 5/19/87, 6/9/87; Riverfront Comm.
- 7/8/87; Bd. of Adjustment - 6/16/81, 7/8/87;
-7/16/87. Design Review Comm.
Motions
efortFieldhouse,dIncsodbaiThe Fieldhouse. Class C
College.or Li-
cense
Ap-
proving a Class E Liquor License for Hy -Vee Food Stores, Inc. dba
Drugtown 82, 1221 N. Dodge. Approving a Class C Beer Permit for Voss
Petroleum Co, of Iowa City, Iowa, dba Dan's Mustang Market, 933 S.
Clinton Street. Approving a Class C Liquor License for Cedar River
Pasta Company, Inc. dba Carlos O'Kelly's, 1411 S. Waterfront. Approv-
ing a Class C Liquor License for George's Buffet Inc, dba George's
Buffet, 312 Market Street. Approving a Class C Liquor License for
6:20 Inc. dba 6:20, 620 South Madison. Approving a Class C Liquor
License for Senor Pablo's LTD. dba Senor Pablo's LTD., 830 1st Avenue.
Approving a Class B Beer Permit for Richard Paul dba Lotito's Pizza
DANCING LTD., 321 S. Gilbert Street. RES. 87-184, Bk. 96, p 184, ISSUING
PERMITS.
5, ISSINIGAREE
PERMIT. A proving RaS liquor B license 96efund. 18 A�pprovingG aC ClassTTC
Liquor License for Maxie's Inc, dba Maxie's, 1920 Keokuk. Approving a
Class C Liquor License for Bill and Lisa Suter dba Billy's LTD., 819
1st Avenue.
ting
Bk. 96,
PUBLICtHEARINGbONc8/11/879sON PLANS,87-186 SETTING A
AND ESTIMATE OF COST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE HEINZ ROAD IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT.
Motions: Approving disbursements in the amount of $6,012,402.44
for the period of 6/1 thru 6/30/87, as recommended by the Finance
Oir., subject to audit.
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Council Activities
July 28, 1987
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Resolutions:
FOR HUNTERS RUN SUBDIVISION 1PARTS k2 &63, PHASE7!III. RES PTING 87-188THE ,iVBk.
96, p. 188, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
AN AGREEMENT WITH HUNTERS RUN DEVELOPMENT CO. CONCERNING DUCK CREEK
DRIVE OVERWIDTH PAVEMENT. RES. 87-189, Bk. 96, P. 189, ACCEPTING THE
WORK FOR THE CURB RAMP INSTALLATION PROJECT.
Correspondence: Richard Haendel, owner of Goldie's Fresh Seafood
Company, requesting the Council consider regulating the peddlers who
come into Iowa City and sell seafood and other food items from the
back of trucks. Memo from the Traffic Engr, regarding: parking
Prohibition on Oakcrest Street; parking in the alley north of Plaza
Centre One; parking in front of 722 East College Street. Memo from
the Civil Service Comm. submitting' certified lists of applicants for
the following positions: Senior Accountant/Accounting Division; Meter
Reader/Water Division; Maintenance Worker I/Streets. Heidi Sather
regarding the Public Transit Stem, referred to the Transit Mgr. for
System,
reply. Thomas J. Shaff with attached petition, asking council to
reconsider the bath house design at the City Park Pool, referred to
P&R Dir. for reply.
Motorstoparknv hoicleseOf on Publicets rightic
nof wayldurGrounds:resurfacing
sel
of their parking lot on 7/11 and 12/87, approved. Janet Reske for the
use of Grantwood Street between Hollywood and Flatiron for a block
party on 7/19/87, approved. Amnesty International, Group 858, to
distribute information and accept donations on 7/17/81, approved.
Downtown Association for "Sidewalk Days" on 7/17, 18, 19/87,
approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Zuber absent. The Mayor de-
clared the motion carried and repeated the public hearing as set.
A public hearing was held on an ordinance to rezone property at 528
Iowa Avenue from RNC -20 to CB -2. Atty. Larry Lynch, representing the
University of Iowa Credit Union, appeared resisting the rezoning request.
The Mayor noted a letter from the applicant requesting the public hearing
be continued. Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to continue the
public hearing to October 6, 1987. The Mayor declared the motion carried
unanimously, 6/0, Zuber absent.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, that ORD. 87-3329, Bk. 28, p.
° 22, REZONE PROPERTY AT 410 IOWA AVENUE FROM P TO CB -2, be passed and
adopted. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Zuber absent. The
Mayor declared the ordinance adopted,
Moved
23, VACATEbA PORTION McDonald,
seconded
NORTH SOUTHitALLEYtBETWEEN thaORO. 1BENTON STREET,AND
RALSTON CREEK, WEST OF GILBERT STREET, be passed and adopted. The Mayor
declared the ordinance adopted, 5/1, with the following division of roll
call vote: Ayes: Dickson, McDonald, Strait, Ambrisco, Courtney. Nays:
Baker. Absent: Zuber.
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Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney, that ORD. 87-3331, Bk. 28, p.
24, AMENDING SECTION 27-44 OF THE LARGE SCALE NON-RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
(LSNRO) REGULATIONS, be passed and adapted. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Luber absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney, that ORD. 87-3332, Bk. 28, p.
25, AMENDING SECTION 36-62(c)(3)b.2 AND 6-62(c)(6)b.2 OF THE ZONING ORDI-
NANCE CONCERNING SIGNS PERMITTED IN THE CH -1, CC -2 AND CI -1 ZONES AND IN
THE I-1 AND I-2 ZONES, be passed and adopted. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Luber absent. The Mayor declared the ordinance adopted.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by Courtney, to adopt RES. 87-190, Bk. 96,
p. 190, ACCEPT THE DEDICATION OF A PORTION OF PHOENIX DRIVE IN SOUTHWEST
ESTATES PART 1. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Luber absent.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on plans, specifications, form of contract
and estimated cost for the Scott Boulevard Improvements Project, Phase
III. No one appeared.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 87-191, Bk. 96,
P. 191, APPROVING PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, FORM OF CONTRACT, ESTIMATE OF
COSTHETAND SCOTTAUTHORIZING THE CITY BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENTS NPROJ CT,AGER TO FPH SEIX M IIID RECEIPT
AND ESTABLISHING THE
AMOUNT OF BID SECURITY TO ACCOMPANY EACH BID, DIRECTING CITY CLERK TO
PUBLISH NOTICE TO BIDDERS, AND FIXING THE PLACE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Luber absent. The Mayor de-
clared the resolution adopted.
A public hearing was held on the sale and conveyance of Lower Ralston
Creek Parcels A-2 and A-3 to Iowa City Law Building Partnership. John
Cruise, representing the Iowa City Law building Partnership, appeared and
asked Council proceed with approval of the conveyance to allow his firm to
occupy the building by the end of the year.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Courtney, to adopt RES. 87-192, Bk. 96,
P192, APPROVING A CONTRACT FOR SALE OF LAND FOR PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT
WITH IOWA CITY LAW BUILDING PARTNERSHIP FOR THE PARCELS KNOWN AS A-2 AND
A-3, LOCATED IN THE LOWER RALSTON CREEK AREA OF IOWA CITY, AND AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT AND DEEDS TO THE PROP-
ERTY. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted, 5/1, with the following
.o• division of roll call vote: Ayes: Courtney, Dickson, McDonald, Strait,
Ambrisco. Nays: Baker. Absent: Zuber.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 87-193, Bk. 96, p.
193, TO DISPOSE OF A PORTION OF THE NORTH -SOUTH ALLEY BETWEEN BENTON
STRBuild-
ingET AND Partnership RALSTONCREEK,
R$1,667. The Mayor OF declared to theIowa resolutia
resolution adopted,
5/1, with the following division of roll call vote: Ayes: Dickson,
Absent: Luber.
McDonald, Strait, Ambrisco, Courtney. Nays: Baker.
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Jean Hood, Senior Center Commission, appeared to present copies of the
senior citizen discount directory. Tom Shaff, 927 N. Dodge, appeared re
his letter on the renovation of the City Park Pool and requested Council
reconsider the decision to put a roof over the bathhouses. The Mayor
noted bids had been received for the project but the item would be de-
ferred until 8/11 to allow staff time to review the proposals. Council
requested staff research the matter of the bathhouses for the 8/11 meeting
also. Dean Thornberry appeared and requested when a vote would be held on
the proposed Boyrum Subdivision. The City Mgr. stated the matter had been
deferred pending application for Exxon Overcharge Funds. Staff will
prepare an analysis.
The Mayor announced the following vacancy: Bd. of Electrical Examiners
and Appeals - one vacancy for a representative of the public for a
four-year term ending 10/26/91. This -appointment will be made at the
9/8/87, meeting of the City Council.
Councileappointments: Dorothy Persson,t 838 Oakcr st,tht ftheoResources
Conservation Comm, for an unexpired term ending 1/1/88, plus a three-year
term ending 1/1/91; James C. Croker, 6 Warwick Circle, to the Bd. of
Examiners of Plumbers for an unexpired term ending 12/31/87, plus a
two-year term ending 12/31/89 and Clark deVries, 516 S. Van Buren, for a
partial term ending 12/31/88. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 6/0,
Zuber absent.
Councilmember Baker requested an updated report on parking revenues.
The City Mgr, stated the report should be available in a few days and
distributed to Council. Baker questioned if the traffic study being
conducted for the Exxon Overcharge Funds would take into consideration the
types of businesses locating in the area. The City Mgr. stated that would
be desirable and would make a point of investigating. Baker noted the
memo re the social security contribution refunds and questioned the con-
sultant fee. The Asst. City Mgr. stated the City received $42,000,
$21,000 or half went to employees in the form of refund checks. The
remaining $21,000 went to the City and out of that portion $9,000 was paid
to the consultant. Baker requested staff consider restricting operation
of horse-drawn vehicles within the City on days that the temperature
exceeds 900. Baker requested the matter be explored by Animal Control and
asked they also consider reducing the cost to the elderly of adopting
animals from the shelter. Baker questioned if Council had discussed the
letter from the League of Municipalities requesting a contribution at the
informal session the previous evening. McDonald stated Council had de-
cided to table the request until all Councilmembers were present. Baker
suggested staff contact Jan Hardy at the State Motor Vehicle Department to
acquire a computer list of all vehicles registered within the City for
further discussion on the motor vehicle tax. Ambrisco noted a letter from
Richard Haendel re controlling the number of vendors coming into the City
and selling. The City Mgr. stated staff had contacted the County Health
Department and should be receiving a reply very soon. Staff will prepare
"' a memo an the matter.
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Recommendations of the Boards and Commissions noted as follows:
Recommendation of the Resources Conservation Comm.: In the future the RCC
would like to receive plans and specifications for new construction and
renovations to City buildings prior to bid letting, for review as to
energy consumption and performance. Moved by McDonald, seconded by
Strait, to approve the recommendation of the Design Review Committee that
the new awning be part of the facade renovation at 114 East College
Street. (Jackson's Gifts)
Moved by Strait, seconded by Courtney, to adopt RES. 87-194, Bk. 96,
P. 194, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE
RELEASE OF LIEN REGARDING A PROMISSORY NOTE EXECUTED BY AURELIA SOLNAR.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Zuber absent. The Mayor de-
clared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Courtney, to adopt RES. 87-195, Bk. 96,
p. 195, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A REVISED ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS CON-
TRACT, HOUSING VOUCHER PROGRAM. NO. IA-05-VO22-006. Affirmative roll call
vote unanimous, 6/0, Zuber absent. The Mayor declared the resolution
adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 87-196, Bk. 96,
p. 196, AUTHORIZING A REVISED AMENDMENT TO THE MARCH 12, 1986, AGREEMENT
WITH THE IOWA CITY CRISIS INTERVENTION CENTER FOR THE PURPOSE OF REMOVING
CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS WHICH PREVENT THE IOWA CITY CRISIS CENTER FROM OB-
TAINING A MORTGAGE. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Zuber
absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Dickson, to adopt RES. 87-197, Bk. 96,
p. 197, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE IOWA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION, for Exxon Overcharge Funds. Affirmative roll call vote
unanimous, 6/0, Zuber absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by Dickson, to defer to 8/11/87 a resolution
awarding contract and authorizing Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to
attest contract for the renovation of City Park Swimming Pool. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Zuber absent.
Moved by Courtney, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 87-198, Bk. 96,
P. 198, AMENDING THE FY88 ADMINISTRATIVE AND EXECUTIVE
CLASSIFICATION/COMPENSATION PLAN, for the Police and Fire Departments.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Zuber absent. The Mayor de-
clared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Dickson, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 87-199, Bk. 96,
P. 199, RESOLUTION OF UNCLASSIFIED SALARIES AND COMPENSATION FOR FISCAL
YEAR 1988, for the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk. Affirma-
tive roll call vote unanimous, 6/0, Zuber absent. The Mayor declared the
resolution adopted.
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Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, to adjourn 8:55 P.M. The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 6/0, Zuber absent.
WILLI J. AMBRISCO, MAYOR
RIAN K. K RR, CITY CLERK
COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF COUNCIL ACTIVITIES
August 11, 1987
Iowa City Council, reg. mtg., 8/11/87, 7:30 P.M. at the Civic Center.
Mayor Ambrisco presiding. Councilmembers present: Ambrisco, Baker,
McDonald, Strait. Absent: Courtney, Dickson, Zuber. Staffinembers present:
Atkins, Helling, Timmins, Karr, O'Malley, Moen, Trueblood, Penney, Farmer.
Council minutes tape recorded on Tape 87-C38, Side 1, 1 -End and Side 2,
1-522.
The Mayor proclaimed August 11, 1987, as Al Grady Day in Iowa City. Mr.
Grady accepted the proclamation.
Moved by Strait, seconded by McDonald, 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
7/28/87, as published, subject to correction, as recommended by the City
Clerk.
Minutes of Boards and Commissions: Sr. Center Comm. - 6/15/87;
Historic Preservation Comm, - 6/10/87; Airport Comm. - 7/9/87; Human
Rights Comm. - 6/22/87.
Permit Motions and Resolutions: Approving a Class C Beer Permit for
Doc's Standard Inc. dba Doc's Standard Inc., 801 S. Riverside Drive.
Approving a 14- Day Class C Beer Permit for Iowa City Fall Fun Festival
Inc. dba Iowa City Fall Fun Festival Inc., 2150 Rochester Ave. Approving
a Class E Beer Permit for L&M Mighty Shop Inc. dba L&M Mighty Shop Inc.,
504 E. Burlington. Approving a Class B Liquor License for Highlander,
I Inc. dba The Highlander Inn & Supper Club, 2525 N. Dodge Street. Approv-
ing a Class B Beer Permit for Dubuque Street Deli Corp. dba Fries BBQ &
Grill, 5 South Dubuque Street, Approving a Class C Liquor License for
Robert H. Jeter dba Plamor Bowling Lanes, 1555 1st Ave. RES. 87-200, Bk.
96, p, 200, ISSUING A DANCING PERMIT. RES. 87-201, Bk. 96, p, 201,
ISSUING A CIGARETTE PERMIT. Approving a Class A Liquor License for Loyal
Order of Moose Lodge #1096, dba Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #1096, 2910
Muscatine Ave. Approving a Class C Liquor License for Cheers, Inc. dba
Misque, 211 Iowa Ave. Approving A Class E Beer Permit for New Pioneer
Cooperative Society dba New Pioneer Cooperative, 22 S. Van Buren Street.
Approving a Class B Permit for B,S,B Enterprise dba Duds 'n Suds, 5
Sturgis Corner Drive #1000. Approving a Class C Liquor License for James
n Mondanaro dba Mickey's of Iowa City, 11 S. Dubuque. RES. 87-202, Bk. 96,
p. 202, REFUND A CIGARETTE PERMIT. Approving a Class C Liquor License
for Baja Inc. dba Mama's, 5 S. Dubuque Street. Approving a Special Class
C Deer/Wine Permit for Tracy P. Davis dba Super Spud Food Shoppe, Old
Capitol Center.
Resolutions: RES. 87-203, Bk. 96, P. 203, ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
BRIDGE DECK REPAIR PROJECT (PHASE I). RES. 87-204, Bk. 96, p. 204,
ACCEPTING THE STORM SEWER FOR HUNTERS RUN SUBDIVISION, PARTS 2 & 3, PHASE
II.
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August 11, 1987
Page 2
Correspondence: Memo from the Traffic Engr. regarding parking prohi-
bition on south side of Kimball Avenue near its intersection with Prairie
du Chien Road.
Applications for Use of Streets and Public Grounds: David Dunlap for
a walk from Old Brick to the Iowa River and placing lanterns in the river
to commemorate the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki on 8/9/87, approved.
Brad Addink for a run to benefit Project GREEN on 8/29/87, approved.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 4/0, Courtney, Dickson, Zuber absent.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, that the resolution rescinding
Resolution No. 84-213 approving the final plat for BDI Fifth Addition be
deferred to the 8/25/87 Council meeting. The Mayor declared the motion
carried unanimously, 4/0, Courtney, Dickson, Zuber absent.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, that the resolution to approve the
preliminary and final plat of BDI Fifth Addition be deferred to the 8/25/87
Council meeting. The Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 4/0,
Courtney, Dickson, Zuber absent.
A public hearing was held on applications not to exceed sixty-two (62)
units of Section 8 Existing Housing Vouchers. No one appeared.
A public hearing was held on plans, specifications, form of contract and
estimate of cost for the Heinz Road Improvements Project. No one appeared.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, that the resolution approving
plans, specifications, form of contract and cost estimate for the Heinz Road
Improvements Project and authorizing bids to be received 9/1/81, be deferred
to the 8/25/87 Council meeting. The Mayor declared the motion carried, 3/1,
with the following division of voice vote: Ayes: Ambrisco, McDonald,
Strait. Nays: Baker. Absent: Courtney, Dickson, Zuber.
Mike Gatens and Bill Grell, appeared re the use of a lift station on a
proposed subdivision within the city limits. Staff will investigate and
report back to Council. Wendy Brown, 328 Brown Street, appeared and
requested information re the decision to leave the roof over the dressing
rooms on the City Park Pool Renovation Project. The City Mgr. noted a de-
tailed memo from the Parks & Rec. Director and furnished a copy to Ms. Brown
9. for review. Rob Wrisberg, 1715 Wilson, appeared re proposed transit route
changes and thanked Council for keeping the transit system in tact. The
Mayor requested Mr. Wrisberg discuss his proposed changes with the Transit
Mgr.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, to approve the recommendation of
the Bd. of Supervisors and appoint Barry A. Kucera to the Mayor's Youth
Employment Bd., term ending 6/30/89 as representative of Johnson County. The
Mayor declared the motion carried unanimously, 4/0, Courtney, Dickson, Zuber
absent.
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Councilmember Baker requested an update on the status of the historic
preservation district for the north side. The City Mgr. stated the matter
was scheduled for discussion by the Planning and Zoning Comm. in September,
discussions would then be held with Historic Preservation, and brought back
to Council. The City Mgr. noted it would not be discussed by Council in the
immediate future. Baker questioned airport negotiations with the fixed base
operator relative to the lease that is in effect to 2001. The City Mgr.
stated the lease is subject to negotiation every five years re rates and
changes and is currently being discussed by the Airport Commission. Baker
requested Council prepare a comparison history of the increases of Human
Service Agencies' appropriations versus increases in budgets of City depart-
ments over the past 4 or 5 years. Baker noted the memo re transit revenues
and noted a surplus. The City Mgr. explained an unexpected $140,000 aid had
been received and total parking revenues had also increased 3%. In response
to Baker, the City Mgr. answered several questions concerning sales tax. The
Mayor noted informal discussion the previous evening re a free bus program
that has been available with several agencies and noted one agency, the
Crisis Center, has received an increased allotment for the upcoming year.
The City Mgr, informed Council that the City aerial ladder fire truck was
out of commission and parts would not be available for a week or so. The
City Mgr. thanked the City of Cedar Rapids for agreeing to loan their reserve
ladder truck during this time. He also noted that the City of Coralville has
chosen to purchase a new ladder truck at the same time and that will enable
us to utilize each others ladder truck as a back-up and sell both our 1947
and 1971 models. The Mayor thanked both Cedar Rapids and Coralville for
their cooperation.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 87-205, Bk. 96, p.
205, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE IOWA STATE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVEL-
OPMENT FOR IOWA EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANTS PROGRAM FUNDING, for shelter serv-
ices at Domestic Violence, Emergency Housing, and Youth Emergency.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 4/0, Courtney, Dickson, Zuber absent.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by Strait, seconded by McDonald, to adopt RES. 87-206, Bk. 96, p.
206, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST AN AMENDMENT
TO THE LEASE -BUSINESS PROPERTY BETWEEN THE CITY OF IOWA CITY AND WASHINGTON
PARK, INC. FOR THE SUITE, FIRST FLOOR CENTER, DAVIS BUILDING, 322 E. WASHING-
TON STREET, IOWA CITY, IOWA, TO PROVIDE FOR THE LEASING OF ADDITIONAL SPACE.
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 4/0, Courtney, Dickson, Zuber absent.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 87-207, Bk. 96, p.
207, AMENDING THE AFSCME PAY PLAN (Water Division/Sr. Treatment Plant Oper.)
Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 4/0, Courtney, Dickson, Zuber absent.
The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, to adopt RES. 87-208, Bk. 96, p.
208, AWARDING CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING MAYOR TO SIGN AND CITY CLERK TO ATTEST
• CONTRACT FOR THE RENOVATION OF CITY PARK SWIMMING POOL, to Larsen Construc-
tion Co., Inc. for $770,300. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous, 4/0,
Courtney, Dickson, Zuber absent. The Mayor declared the resolution adopted.
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The Asst. City Mgr. requested that item 16d, a resolution establishing
fees for the Housing and Inspection Services Dept., be amended by deleting
subsection 1, dealing with certificates of structure compliance and rental
permits. This amendment would allow the remaining items included on the
resolution to be acted upon and allow staff time to prepare a response to
questions that arose at the informal session the previous evening.
McDonald, seconded by Strait, to amend the resolution establishing fees for
the Housing and Inspection Service Dept. Moved by
declared the motion carried unanimously,by deleting subsection I. The Mayor
sent. Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, t, to adopt Courtney,
following uresolu-
tions which establish fees and increase fees as recommended in the 1987 Fee
Study: RES. 87-209, Bk, 96, P. 209, ESTABLISHING REVISED FEES FOR CERTAIN
SERVICES PERFORMED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT;
BY THE RES. 87-210, Bk. 96, P. 210, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR CERTAIN SERVICES PERFORMED
RESOLUTIONANOIT86-24ICE AND EADOPTING,ARES.
NEW BRESOLUTION ESTABLISHING FEES FOR
SERVICES PERFORMED BY THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK; RES. 87-212, RESCINDING..
212, ESTABLISHING FEES FOR CERTAIN SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES OF THE IOWA CITY
HOUSING AND INSPECTION SERVICES DEPARTMENT, as amended; RES. 87-213, Bk. 96,
P. 213, ESTABLISHING A REVISED SCHEDULE OF FEES AND CHARGES FOR INTERMENT AND
OTHER SERVICES IN OAKLAND CEMETERY. Affirmative roll call vote unanimous,
4/0, Courtney, Dickson, Zuber absent. The Mayor declared the resolutions
adopted.
Moved by McDonald, seconded by Strait, to adjourn 8:40 p,m, The Mayor
declared the motion carried unanimously, 4/0, Courtney, Dickson, Zuber ab-
sent.
WILLIAM J.
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Informal Council Discussion
August 10, 1987
Informal Council Discussion: August 10, 1987, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council
Mmers in a ivic en er. Mayor Bill Ambrisco presiding.
Council Present: Ambrisco, Strait, Courtney, McDonald, Baker. Absent:
Zuber, Dickson.
Staff Present: Melling, Timmins, Moen, Penney, Boothroy, O'Malley,
True oo , Karr, Smith.
Tape-recorded: Reel 87-C35, Side 2, 1 -End; Reel 87-C37, Side 1, 1-342.
CONSENT CALENDAR ADDITIONS: Reel 87-C35, Side 2
The City Council agreed to add a Class C Liquor License for Mama's and a
special Class C Beer;Wine Permit for Superspud Food Shoppe to the Consent
Calendar.
PLANNING AND ZONING MATTERS: Reel 87-C35, Side 2
A. Resolution rescinding Resolution No. 84-213 approving the final plat
for BDI Fifth Addition. Moen stated that the subdivider now wishes to
resubdivide Me an in a different fashion and a rescission of the
resolution approving the original design will avoid confusion as to
which subdivision design prevails.
B. Resolution to a rove the reliminar and final lat of BDI Fifth
Addition. oen s a e s a and the Planning anol Zoning Commission
recommended the sidewalk requirements be waived for this subdivision.
Moen noted the Planning Department and Public Works Department recom-
mended that access to Lots 11 and 12 of the subdivision be limited to
a single access drive from Scott Boulevard to facilitate movement of
traffic. The Planning and Zoning Commission did not support this
recommendation because of the limited size of the access point. Moen
explained the Public Works Department has determined that the access
drive could be widened to allow industrial type vehicles to access the
point. Moen encouraged Council to adopt a resolution with a restric-
tion to restrict access to Lots 11 and 12 to one access drive. In
response to McDonald, Moen stated the access drives' width at the curb
opening would be 70' and the opening at the side would be 24'.
McDonald raised concerns that the access drive would not be wide
enough to handle semi truck traffic. Moen said staff addressed the
need to restrict access on to Scott Boulevard to facilitate movement
of large volume traffic along Scott Boulevard.
LEGALIZATION OF ACCESSORY APARTMENTS: Reel 87-C35, Side 2
Boothroy reviewed information included in his August 5, 1987, memo to City
Council regarding legalization of accessory apartments and asked Council
to give serious consideration to the concept. Boothroy noted the Housing
Commission and Planning and Zoning Commission are supportive of the con-
cept. Boothroy stated that accessory apartments would not create a duplex
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situation, a home with an accessory apartment would be an owner -occupied
hone and the image of a single-family neighborhood would not change.
Boothroy said a need exists within Iowa City for accessory apartments.
In response to Strait, Boothroy noted the City Manager has reviewed infor-
mation about accessory apartments and is supportive of the concept.
Courtney stated apartment house owners may object to legalizing accessory
apartments. Boothroy stated that there has not been a decline of property
values in neighborhoods where the program has been implemented. Courtney
suggested limiting the accessory apartments to the Shared Housing Program.
Strait inquired about enforcement problems related to legalizing accessory
apartments. Boothroy said an accessory apartment ordinance would assist
the Housing Inspection Division in alerting property owners and additional
inspection staff would not be needed to enforce the program. Boothroy
stated the accessory apartment inspection program would be integrated with
the City's regular inspection program.
The majority of Council directed Boothroy to further develop the accessory
apartment concept.
TRANSIT FARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Reel 87-C35, Side 2
Marge Penney stated that Council received her August 3, 1987, memo regard-
ing the free bus ticket program. Penney noted that the Crisis Center has
requested that Council increase its maximum allotment of bus tickets from
75 to 100 tickets each month. Council agreed to continue the transit fare
assistance program and to increase the Crisis Center's bus ticket allot-
ment as recommended.
HUMAN SERVICES AGENCIES FUNDING PROGRAM - FY89: Reel 87-C35, Side 2
Penney stated that the Human Service Agency funding request packets for
FY89 are being prepared. Penney reported that the Johnson County Board of
Supervisors has changed their position from the previous year and now want
the human service agencies to prepare only one budget request. Penney
stated use of a budget addendum sheet last year was confusing. Council
discussed last year's Human Service Agency budget packet. In response to
Baker, Penney said that last year the City and County required a $0 in-
crease. Baker stated that it seems that every year City department budg-
ets are increased and budgets for human service agencies do not increase
correspondingly. Strait inquired about staff salary increases. Penney
stated that there are agencies that have not had staff salary increases in
the past couple of years, agencies are losing staff, and salary recommen-
dations have not been revised since 1984.
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Council agreed to ask human service agencies to prepare one budget.
CITY PARK POOL: Reel 87-C37, Side 1
Parks and Rec Director Trueblood recommended Council acceptance of the low
bid, $770,300, from Larson Construction Company for the renovation of the
City Park pool. Trueblood said minor change orders have already been
determined to reduce the cost of renovation to $750,000. Trueblood stated
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a roof will be installed on the bathhouse, the pool will not have a pool
heater, the substitute pool equipment bid will be accepted, a smaller
variety of lockers will be used and a battery-operated emergency lighting
back-up will be installed.
COUNCIL AGENDA/TIME:
Reel 87-C37, Side 1
Courtney noted that Council received a August 10, 1987, correspondence
from Edwin K. Barker, owner of Emerald Court Apartments, requesting
Council not increase inspection fees. Edwin Barker reviewed inspec-
tion fees paid in previous years and asked Council to not increase
fees. Council requested additional information from the Housing
Inspection Services Department prior to considering Agenda Item No.
16d - Resolution establishing fees for certain services and activities
in the Iowa City Housing and Inspection Services Department.
The meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.