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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986-01-28 Bd Comm minutesL-......,............�.......................... ._............_...._...�-...... X40 MIWUTES APPROM DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 1985 IOWA CITY RECREATION CENTER - ROOM B MEMBERS PRESENT: Alexander, Amert, Eckholt, Lafore, Novick, Seiberling, Sinek, Summerwill, Welt MEMBERS ABSENT: Haupert STAFF PRESENT: Franklin (late), Van Steenhuyse T GUESTS PRESENT: Janet Glotfelty, Sharon Stoher, Bob Stensby, Vicky Miller, Shawn Schroeder RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: None. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Seiberling at 4:03 p.m. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Alexander moved that the minutes of the November 6 meeting be approved. Sinek seconded. The minutes were approved unanimously. DISCUSSION OF SIGN DESIGN BOOKLET Seiberling introduced the guests, a group of students drafting a Sign Design booklet for the Committee. Stansby handed out an initial draft of the book- let to the Committee members. Schroeder told the Committee that they were making the booklet as a class project. She emphasized that this was only a draft and asked that the members of the Committee read it and make recommen- dations to the group. Schroeder said it would be best if the Committee sent its recommendations by r Tuesday of the next week. Seiberling commended the students and said that the Committee would review the draft and send them its recommendations. DISCUSSION OF LETTER FROM ROBERT BRAY, HOLIDAY INN The Committee reviewed a letter sent to then by Mr. Robert Bray, General Manager of the Holiday Inn downtown. Bray feels that the food vending carts allowed on the downtown mall should be regulated for design the same way that the buildings are. He also expressed concern that the restaurant industry was unfairly singled out by competition from these carts. He wondered if street vendors are responsible for cleaning up the mall area. I' Summerwill suggested writing to Bray, expressing concern for his view, but making it clear that the carts are not under the purview of the Committee. Seiberling said that -since the carts are on the City Plaza, the Committee should be concerned. She said that if the carts are indeed ugly, something should be done about them. Welt added that the carts are currently regulated /32 MINUTES DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE NOVEMBER 20, 1985 PAGE 2 only by the Health Department. Seiberling said that the Committee should recommend that design standards be part of the licensing process. It was decided that the Committee would write to Bray expressing its concern, but would need to consult with City staff before making any other recommenda- tions. Seiberling said that the Committee should recommend that a newspaper vending machine on the City Plaza be removed, since it has been empty for a long time. Alexander said that after a certain amount of time, the machine should T be considered abandoned. No decisions regarding the machine were made. DISCUSSION OF RECOMMENDATIONS To URBAN ENVIRONMENT AD HOC COMMITTEE The Committee discussed a draft memo to the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Commit- tee proposing an appearance review committee which would have broader powers than the Design Review Committee. Summerwill said that she felt that the DRC should be able to regulate urban design all the way out to the Industrial Revenue Bond district boundaries, not just to the limits of the urban renewal zone. Novick said that a general appearance review commission would eventu- ally have to be established in place of the Design Review Committee. Eckholt said that this would probably be some years in the future. Franklin said that it is assumed that the DRC will continue at least until the UEAHC recom- mendations are adopted. Summerwill suggested that an appearance review committee be given the author- ity to regulate designs for projects other than urban renewal and to regulate facade renovations on existing buildings. Franklin said this had been discussed for the DRC in relation to City Plaza and that it would be up to the City Council to confer such capabilities. Summerwill felt that it would be to the City's advantage if professional builders, architects, consultants, etc., served on the Committee, but real- ized that there would have to be a way to insulate such people from conflicts of interest. One way to avoid this would be to rotate professionals on and off the committee. Vett said that the examples of commissions included in the draft memo had people serving on them who were from the communities or neighborhoods where the projects under review were sited. He said that it would be important to those affected by such a .committee to be allowed to have a voice in the review. Summerwill concurred. Novick said that such an appearance review committee should be respresentative. Franklin noted the reference to neighborhoods in the memo and stated that the toric or ethnic abut whichIn hadsometo efine uniqueecharacteristics. Shes which enot citedhis- the Village Green development as an example raised by the UEAHC. She also men- tioned that architectural cohesiveness could be an identifying characteristic but noted that this too may be subjective and difficult to define. Summerwill asked if "ambience" can be said to be defined as "unique in char- acter." Novick suggested that the term "distinctive" be used and the determi- nation of that distinction be left to the residents. The Committee concurred. /3Z +.,...............,........ MINUTES DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE NOVEMBER 20, 1985 PAGE 3 Welt was concerned about Section 3 on Page 3 of the draft, regarding appear- ance reviews before permits are issued in the C8 zones, for large scale developments, and in neighborhoods and environmentally sensitive areas. He wondered if this wouldn't be too much for the committee to handle. Franklin stated that this function could be tied into planning and zoning review. She commented that the committee would not be considering the design of subdivi- sion plats, only the design of buildings as the proposal was presently writ- ten. Welt asked if the committee would be concerned with the design of individual hones in neighborhoods. Sumnerwill felt that such cases should be under the jurisdiction of the Board of Adjustment. Franklin replied that the draft memo indicated the committee would have the authority to review the design of individual homes in the environmentally sensitive areas and the distinctive neighborhoods. Summerwill felt that the extension of Design Review's powers under an Ap- pearance Code should be phased in over time. There followed discussion of the proper strategy to gain community acceptance of the whole concept. Summerwill pointed out that the existence of a code could encourage public participation and partnership between the City and developers. Franklin asked if the committee should be in a capacity to advise or to mandate deci- sions. Lafore agreed that a mandate would carry greater guarantee of effec- tiveness, but said that in the meantime, making recommendations carries some clout. Seiberling asked if there were any other areas of consideration. Welt asked if the downtown food vendors could be regulated as part of the appearance code. Franklin said that this was possible. Seiberling said that signs should also cane under such a code. Franklin asked if DRC wished the appearance code relating to signage be applicable city-wide. Alexander said that it should be. Eckholt felt that the committee should look at the whole picture in order to make the city look nice. Franklin said that ordinances based on aesthetic considerations have been upheld by the United States Supreme Court. Seiberling asked if signs could be considered part of the appearance review conducted before a building permit would be issued. Summerwill said that signs are an immediate concern and should be part of the ordinance. Amert asked about the slogan, "Good design is good business." She wanted to know if it was really necessary. Summerwill said that it expressed the desire of the Committee to view appearance review as a positive step. Amert said that under those circumstances, it should be kept. Welt suggested that an expeditor be hired to help developers meet the re- quirements of the proposed code. Franklin said that such a person had been considered by City staff. Novick said that a booklet should also be prepared to help developers follow the requirements. a MINUTES DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE NOVEMBER 20, 1985 PAGE 4 OTHER BUSINESS Seiberling asked when the Committee members could meet in December. The normal meeting date would be December 18, but the closeness of this date to the holiday may cause a hardship for some members. Seiberling suggested having a small Christmas party with the student group that has been working for ORC this semester. Since December 18 is in the middle of final exams week, Seiberling asked if the Committee could meet on December 11. The Committee consented to meet on December 11 by a voice vote. Franklin mentioned that the 64-1a parcel downtown should be considered by the Committee. Seiberling said it may be best to take up the.matter later, since the City Council recently commissioned a study to determine how best to use the parcel. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 5:15. Steven J. Van Steenhuyse, Minute -Taker. u PR) Vf MINUTES DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 1986 IOWA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY - ROOM B 9��3Ei9R.4tl�;r�1( Subject to Approval MEMBERS PRESENT: Eckholt, Novick, Seiberling, Sinek, Summerwill, Welt MEMBERS ABSENT: Alexander, Amert, Haupert STAFF PRESENT: Cain, Einspanjer, Robinson GUESTS PRESENT: Bob Bray, Al Wells RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL Design Review Committee recommends approval of the following changes to the Holiday Inn Hotel exterior: (1) addition of a 'Flour Pot Cookies' sign, with maximum dimensions of 8 feet by 14 inches and colors as presented, centered within the 10 foot building panel on the hotel front adjacent to the concourse; and (2) insertion of a pass-through window from the cookie shop to the outside, with glass and anodized frame to match the existing windows. RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY MANAGER The Design Review Committee agrees with the City Forester's recommendation to remove the three easterrmst trees and grates on the north side of Old Capi- tol Center and replace them with sidewalk and asks that the plans and speci- fications for replacement of the sidewalk material be presented to the, Committee prior to installation. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Seiberling at 4:05 p.m. Seiberling introduced Bob Bray, the general manager of the Holiday Inn, and Al Wells of Wells Construction Company. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Novick noted that Sumnerwill did not introduce the guests as,cited in the minutes of November 20, 1985. She said the name intended was probably Seiberling. Sinek moved the minutes be approved as corrected; Welt seconded. The minutes were approved unanimously. REVIEW OF REMODELING APPLICATION FOR THE HOLIDAY INN: Mr. Al Wells explained the remodeling necessary to install a Flower Pot Cookie Store in the concourse of the Holiday Inn with access from the concourse and the Plaza. Wells said that the sign outside the Holiday Inn would be a fluorescent box light, 6" deep, 14" high, and 11' long. Summerwill asked if the sliding glass window would match the existing glass. Wells said yes, the glass would match and would slide to the side. 132 _............._... ...,.. Design Review Committee January 15,.1986 Page 2 In answer to a question from Novick about the sign colors, Wells stated that Would be the outside band would be a brass color, the cookies would be brown, the pot circu- lated color samples and stated and the nthateen Nesperor brass, Company would green. probably make the sign. Sumnerwill asked if alternative colors were possible; Wells re- plied that the colors shown were the franchise colors. Eckholt asked what would be seen from the Plaza looking in. Wells said that for a height of about 2'6" there will be three pantries displaying cookies. The doors in back would be a white formica. Wells said that everything else, like storage, would be behind doors and that the refrigerators are stainless steel. Eckholt asked if this project encroached on the public walk space;' Wells said no. Welt asked how deep the cookie rack would be and where the counter would be in relation to the windowpane. Wells said the cookie rack would be approximately two feet deep and the counter would be level with the windowpane. Summerwill asked where the sign would be placed. Wells stated that the sign would be placed six feet up and closer to the cookie shop side between the two glass areas. Summerwill asked how long that area is; Wells approximated 20 feet. Novick asked 1f the sign could be eight feet long. Wells suggested that the 11' sign be centered in the 20' space instead of opting for an 8' long sign. Committee members agreed that an 8' sign could be centered within the 10' building panel adjacent to the cookie shop and would retain the correct proportion, as shown on the elevations distributed. they would try 81. Wells said that Summerwill asked what the Holiday Inn would do if Flower Pot Cookies pulled out. Bray said that adding the flooring over the atrium corner would improve that area anyway and that the glass removed would be saved in case reinstal- lation was desired. Welt moved to recommend approval of an 8' minimum length sign, to be centered on the panel as depicted on the elevation, and the glasspane and anodized aluminum frame which matches the existing windows; Novick seconded. The motion passed unanimously. REFERRAL ON OLD CAPITOL CENTER NORTH ENTRANCE LANDSCAPING Terry Robinson, City Forester, stated that the three easternmost tree grates on the north side of Old Capitol Center, where buses unload, are becoming a bus safety hazard. He also noted that the trees are not growing properly due to elimination of thet and of grates guate and replacement Of of roposed sidewalk removal surface wherethe' trees in were located. Robinson said two of the grates are in cement, one lies in a brick area. Committee members agreed that keeping the trees in the area of heavy pedes- trian traffic was not practical because of safety considerations, but empha- sized that replacement materials should not be just "patchwork." SumnerwilI 13 -?- .............__-,.____....,.. Design Review Committee January 15,.1986 Page 3 recommended the newspaper vending machines also be removed to make more space. Novick asked if the trees are salvageable; Robinson said no, the success rate was very low for transplanting trees out of such areas. The Committee agreed that the trees should be removed and also the vending machines. Eckholt suggested benches for this area. The Committee unani- mously recommended to the City Manager that the three easternmost trees and grates be removed and replaced with sidewalk material that matches the area surrounding each grate and that the plans and specifications -or replacement of the sidewalk material be reviewed by the Committee prior to installation. UPDATE ON RECOMMENDATIONS TO URBAN ENVIRONMENT AD HOC COMMITTEE Seiberiing stated the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee recommended that jxpanding the powers of the DRC to encompass areas outside of the Urban Renewal area should be incremental. The possibility of including ail of downtown Iowa City under DRC review was accepted. The UEANC also requested that DRC present its ideas to the Downtown Associa- tion (DTA). Seiberling asked the subcommittee to attend the next DTA Board of Directors meeting to explain ORC's proposal. Cain asked if the UEANC had defined •downtown,' and Seiberling said the area intended was generally Burlington to Iowa Avenue. Summerwill said she would talk to Phil Shiva, DTA President, to get on the agenda of the next DTA Board of Directors meeting. DISCUSSION OF CITY PLAZA VENDING CART REVIEW Cain said that next month the DRC could review the design of vending carts as part of the application process for City Plaza vendors. She said there are ten vendor locations available with each vendor receiving two, permitting a total of five vendors. She said, as part of the application, vendors must submit drawings or pictures of their cart. Two applications were circulated as examples. Committee members agreed that they should be able to make an assessment from the application and photos. Summerwill asked if the Committee could make recommendations for improvements and if they are met then accept the vendor's design. Cain said that proce- dure would require two meetings in February, one for recommendations and one for final approval, because vendors are to be notified of the decision on their applications by March 1. The Committee agreed to meet the first week in February to make suggestions to vendors and the third week in February to make final recommendations on the acceptability of cart design. VIDEOTAPING OF MEETING Cain noted a memo from Drew Shaffer, City Cable TV Specialist. She said that if the Committee wished, it may be possible to have one meeting videotaped for free for Channel 29 during the spring semester. The Committee was not interested in this offer for merely a regular meeting. /32, Design Review Committee January 15,,1986 Page 4 RESOLUTION REWIRING ALL BOARDS AND COMMITTEES TO OBSERVE THE REOUIREMENTS OF THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW Cain noted Council's passage of a resolution requiring all City boards and commissions to observe the requirements of the Open Meetings Law. She said this law was generally followed already but reminded members that the public was entitled to be present during all Committee discussion. ELECTION OF CHAIR Seiberling stated that the Chair of the Committee is something that should be passed around for experience and she thought it was time to name a new Chair. She stated that she had talked to Eckholt about taking over as Chair. Welt moved that Eckholt be appointed Chair; Sinek seconded. The motion passed unanimously. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 5:35 p.m. Tracy Einspanjer, Minute -Taker i /3.2 3 ),�,(Z,) _...w _........... IOWA CITY AIRPORT COMMISSION DECEMBER 12, 1985 MEMBERS PRESENT: Tiffany, Lewis, Ashby, Sokol, George STAFF PRESENT: Zehr, Brown GUESTS PRESENT: K. Gleaves, R. Grooms, E. K. Jones, H. Jones, D. Knowling, 0. Houston Meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM by Tiffany. Commission members noted the following corrections to the November 21, 1985, meeting: "Corpo- rate hangar/equipment building .... by the second week of December" and first paragraph, "Tiffany inquired about...and u�blic�ations ordered from the Government Printing Office." Minutes of the o -N vomer 21, 1985, meet- ing were approved as corrected. Zehr presented the bills for the month. Zehr explained the bills included a Frantz Construction bill for snow removal, HACAP administrative costs for summer help, and the American Association of Airport Executives for dues. Zehr stated a third payment was made to Grooms and Co. Construction for work done on the HLM hangar and equipment building. In response to George, Zehr stated approximately $167,000 has been paid the the Grooms and Co. Construction. Ashby in- quired about the number of hours paid for endloader snow removal. Tiffany stated Frantz Construction Co. was paid for 26 3/4 hours of snow removal at a cost of $70 per hour. The bills were approved for payment as pre- sented. COMPLIANCE PROJECT Brown stated the FAA has reviewed the proposed aerial easements and have mailed proposed revisions. Zehr said the compliance project plans and specs are complete and he is ready to proceed with the compliance project once aerial easements are obtained. Brown reported that the Plaintiff's of the Iowa City Airport Alliance, Inc. vs. Iowa City lawsuit have filed an appeal to the supreme court of Iowa. CORPORATE HANAGAR/EQUIPMENT STORAGE BUILDING Zehr stated the project should a completed y the first_o_f7Ja_n`u_ar-y--,-The snow plow and snow blower are being stored in the equipment building and the heating system still needs to be installed. Tiffany inquired about the door installation. Zehr said the doors have been installed and are operational. Rick Grooms explained that the heating system should be delivered this week, the hangar is 95% complete and sheet rock work is being done on the annex. Groom stated that the annex ceiling will be installed in January. In response to Tiffany, Zehr said the building should be ready for occupancy by the first weeks of January. HANGAR LEASES FOR CORPORATE HANGAR Zehr stated that new leases will be offered o the same tenants of thi-airport corporate hangars. Zehr recom- mended five year lease terms and advised Commission members that a public hearing for the new leases needs to be set at the next Airport Commission meeting. Zehr reported that an ad has been placed in the newspaper adver- tising the hangar rental which will be vacated by HLM. 131 HEARTLAND AIRLINE INPUT Zehr stated that information requested from ear an Airports as nat been received and that Heartland Airlines has vacated at the Des Moines Airport. In response to George, Zehr stated that the forms used to request information from Heartland Airlines were drafted by the American Association of Airport Executives. FUELING OPERATIONS - K. GLEAVES Zehr noted that Commission members re- te v additional n orma ion rom Gleaves regarding self-fueling opera- tion. Gleaves stated that he received a very good response to his October 1985 automated self-service AV gas market survey. Gleaves summarized the results of the survey and stated that the results demonstrated a demand for the automated self-service AV gas system. Ashby said the results of the survey did not indicate a strong demand but only an interest for the self-service gas. Sokol stated the survey was not unbiased. Gleaves explained the survey was written so as to inform persons about the auto- mated self-service AV gas system. Zehr stated there exists minimum oper- ating standards and the Commission should consider how the automated self-service AV gas system would impact on the Airport's full-service FBO. George asked if Gleaves would become an FBO at the Iowa City Airport. Gleaves stated he would became an FBO at the Iowa City Airport and the best way to ensure the best services and make aviation sufficient is to allow for a free market at the airport. Sokol inquired about what serv- ices would be offered. Gleaves explained he is proposing to offer auto- mated self-service AV gas to anyone 24 hours per day; service calls for transient aircraft; and people would need to set up an account to utilize the self-service gas. In response to Tiffany, Gleaves stated Tipton Airport self-service AV gas costs $1.95 per gallon and a service charge is $12.50. Gleaves stated he could sell self-service AV gas at the Iowa City Airport for $1.65 per gallon. E.K. Jones noted that he is required to be a full-service FBO and asked Gleaves about insurance coverage. Gleaves explained he would have an agreed upon insurance coverage. In response to Lewis, Gleaves stated he would not be a full-service FBO and he would operate as outlined in Sec- tion 577the minimum operating standards. Tiffany stated the airport has had a commitment to Iowa City to maintain the airport as a public service. E.K. Jones stated he would install a self-service fueling pump if there is a demand for it. Commission members agreed not to pursue the Gleaves proposal. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT Tiffany stated members of the Airport Commission met with the Iowa Cify Council on November 26 to discuss revenue options at the airport. Tiffany reported that the City Council wants the Airport Commission to consider ways to generate revenue at the airport. George and Ashby were appointed to a subcommittee to assist Zehr in studying ways to generate revenue. /33 .4 k" PUBLIC INPUT E.K. Jones stated that there exists a contractual agreement stating that property owners at the Hartwig building site are responsible to pave the road to the airport. George suggested Zehr contact Chuck Barker to obtain additional information regarding that agreement. E.K. Jones thanked the Airport Commission for the pavement of the ramp east of his shop. E.K. Jones requested the Airport Commission to write a letter to Elizabeth Dole, Department of Transportation, to oppose banner flying during Iowa football games. Tiffany stated he will work with Zehr on the issue of banner flying and report back to the Cammission next month. E.K. Jones asked why the FAA did not visit Iowa City to stop issuance of the Ranshaw building permit. E.K. Jones requested weather observation at the airport. E.K. Jones stated that if he is cited for violations he will not pay rent at the Iowa City Airport and that he is not waiving any rights by not taking action. Groans reported that he has formally applied to H.R. Green for an extra 25 construction days. .................. .... MINUTES $U`,jCCt t0 % iC:E) FORMAL MEETING PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1985 - 7:30 P.M. CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS MEMBERS PRESENT: Cooper, Courtney, Dierks, Horowitz, Jordan, Perry, Scott STAFF PRESENT: Beagle, Boyle, Manning RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: 1. The Commission recommended approval of an application submitted by the Iowa City Community School District to rezone approximately two acres of property located south of the Eagle's parking lot and west of old Highway 218, from CC-2 to P. (e-e=@) r 2. The Commission finds consistent with the Area 8 policy of the Fringe Area Policy Agreement, an application submitted by Dean Oakes to rezone 1.74 acres located south"of U.S. Highway 1 and west of U.S. Highway 218, from Rl-A to,CP-1.(c7_-8523) .3. As a follow-up motion to CZ -8523, the Commission recommended Johnson County and Iowa City to note "The applicability of the policies under discussion by the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee as they impact the entrance way to the City, governed by the Fringe Area Policy Agreement between Johnson County and the City of Iowa City.' 4. The Commission recommended approval of an amendment to the Zoning Ordi- nance concerning the number of permitted roomers in the RS -5, RS -8, RS -12 and RM -12 zones. S. The Commission recommended approval of an amendment to the Zoning Ordi- nance deleting the standards pertaining to discharge into the public sewers in Section 36-76(h), leaving a reference to another section of the Code of Ordinances. 6. The Commission recommended the appointment of Rod Perry to the Airport Zoning Commission for a six year term. CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Scott called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. PUBLIC DISCUSSION: There was no Public Discussion. DISCUSSION OF THE MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 18, 1985: Horowitz asked to correct page 2, under Development Items, paragraph 6 to read "the Commission is aware of the policies under discussion by the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee." �. ......... .,.. Planning 8 Zoning Commission December 19, 1985 Page 2 On page 6, under Other Business, Horowitz requested the second paragraph, second sentence read "She stated that the sign promotes adherence to the speed limits and a sense of driving through a residential neighborhood." In the next paragraph. Perry proposed the addition of a sentence to follow the first sentence of the paragraph, which would read, 'He further expressed disappointment that one week after an applicant appeared before the Commis- sion requesting a variance to the sign ordinance, he then erected a sign in violation of that ordinance." DEVELOPMENT ITEMS: 1. Z-8508. Discussion of an application submitted by the Iowa City Commu- m ffychool District to rezone approximately two acres of property lo- cated south of the Eagle's parking lot and west of old Highway 218, from CC -2 to P; 45 -day limitation period: January 6, 1986. Beagle explained that the School District recently acquired the parcel requiring a rezoning to P. Since the informal meeting, Beagle had spoken to Franklin, Senior Planner, and found the building will be used by the building trades class for storage and in bad weather a place to work. The building trades class apparently builds one residence as a part of the class. The building used by the class would only be used in inclem- ent weather when outdoor work is not possible. Staff remains'in favor of the rezoning request. Jordan asked if anyone appeared from the School Board prior to the pur- chase of the parcel. Beagle said he was unaware of any contact. Jordan felt it important that the School Board consult with the Planning and Zoning Commission before purchase. The School Board does have other land in Iowa City and this should be utilized before tying up more land. Courtney moved to approve the rezoning of approximately two acres of property located south of the Eagle's parking lot and west of old Highway 218, from CC -2 to P. Horowitz seconded the motion. Perry mentioned that in the informal meeting discussion, it was under- stood that the parcel is completely out of the approach and overlay zone of the airport. Courtney questioned the storage use of the parcel. Horowitz explained that this issue was raised at the informal meeting where the Commission expressed concern that hazardous wastes would be stored, particular to auto work. The motion passed, 6-1, with Jordan voting in the negative. 2. CZ -8523. Discussion of an application submitted by Dean Oakes to rezone 174 acres, 0.5 mile south of Iowa City and immediately south of U.S. Highway 1 and west of U.S. Highway 218, from RI -A to CP -1. /3,fz Planning & Zoning Commission December 19, 1985 Page 3 Beagle described the area as immediately south of the corporate limits of Iowa City and within Area 8 of the Fringe Area Policy Agreement. The proposed use is for planned commercial, which staff found to be consis- tent with the Area 8 policy. Horowitz felt the request should also be found consistent with the poli- cies promoted from the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee involving approaches to the city. Scott felt the question then involves whether the Board of Supervisors or the City updates the agreement to include this. Boyle mentioned that it could be a second motion. Cooper moved to find the rezoning of 1.74 acres; 0.5 mile south of Iowa City and immediately south of U.S. Highway 1 and west of U.S. Highway 218, from RI -A to CP -1, consistent with the Area 8 policy of the Fringe Area Policy Agreement: Perry seconded the motion. Commission Discussion: Scott stated that there was considerable discussion concerning the point made by Horowitz; that '9K rezoning requests should be examined for their impact on the entrances to the city. It should also be noted that the required site plans must be app;ioved by the County Planning Department prior to issuance of a building permit. The notion carried unanimously, 7-0. Horowitz moved to note the application of policies of the Urban Environ- ment Ad Hoc Committee as they impact the entryways of the£ ity as they fall within the Fringe Area Policy Agreement between Johnsod County and the City of Iowa City, particular to the Highway 1 interchange. Dierks seconded the motion. Horowitz added that the integration of policies is important and that the Commission needs to raise them in voting until they become automatic. Scott mentioned that the Commission has adopted the general policies of the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee, but has not yet been presented specific policies. Horowitz then questioned how the Commission can specify for cohsideration. Scott responded that until they are adopted by City Council, the Commission would need to make the vote much like tonight. The motion was amended by Scott to read •The applicability of the poli- cies under discussion by the Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee as they impact cten woto the e,ieIa!ingPe Agree -T. mbetwenohnsonCuntyandthCtyofowCittheyery clear on where the motion takes the Council and whether they forward the statement on to the County? The Commission decided to note this an the first page of the minutes under RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL. /91// Planning & Zoning Commission December 19, 1985 Page 4 The motion carried unanimously, 7-0. 3. Discussion of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance, Section 36-63(b)(1), to exempt zones not requiring a minimum front yard from the "triangular area" sign clearance requirement. Perry moved to defer this item until the January 15, 1986 meeting. Jordan seconded the motion. The nation carried unanimously, 7-0. 4. Discussion of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance, Sections 36-10(g)(1) and 36-11(g)(3), concerning the number of permitted roomers in the RS -12 and RM -12 zones. Scott corrected the agenda to include RS -5 and RS -8 zones. He further explained the purpose of the revision is to close a loop hole used by owners of illegally non -conforming dwellings. Beagle distributed a revised ordinance which included the RS -5 and RS -8 zones. Horowitz moved to approve the amendment to the Zoning Ordinance concern- ing the number of permitted roamers in the RS -5, RS -8, RS -12 and 10-12 zones. Jordan seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0. 5. Discussion of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance, Section 36-76(h), deleting standards pertaining to discharges into the public sewers. Beagle explained the change would eliminate the duplication in language. A reference will be made heck to another section of the Code containing the sewage discharge requirements. Courtney moved to delete the standards pertaining to discharges into the public sewers in the Zoning Ordinance, Section 36-7 ), leaving language referencing another section of the Code of Ordinanc s. Dierks seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimous 1y,7-0. OTHER BUSINESS: 1. Chairperson Scott appointed Rod Perry, for Council approval, to the Airport Zoning Commission. 2. Chairperson Scott reappointed Sue Horowitz to the Riverfront Commission. 3. At the January 15, 1986, meeting, Scott will make an appointment to the Chamber of Commerce Environmental Concerns Committee. 4. Emergency Item. Scott accepted nominations for Secretary for the Plan- ning and Zoning Commission to be effective January 1, 1986. Jordan moved to nominate Horowitz for the position. Perry seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. 13T f ........,.,..,,.................. ....,..... Planning 8 Zoning Commission December 19, 1985 Page 5 COMMISSION_ INFORMATION: I. Scott presented to departing member Darrelk Courtney, on behalf of the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City of Iowa City, a framed Cer- tificate of Appreciation of service. Courtney expressed gratitude, noting on his move to City Council he will not forget from whence he came. 2. _Scott, speaking on behalf of the Commission, publicly noted in response to the recent opinion by the City Attorney regarding open meetings law as it applies to boards and commissions, the Commission feels, regardless of applicability of that opinion, the Commission will go on record as in favor of the Open Meetings law 4* intent of 4aw which is 4wtand" to allow all deliberations to be made in public. The Commission also goes on record in supporting the scheduling of meetings in buildings accessi- ble to the handicapped. REQUESTS FOR STAFF ASSISTANCE: 1. Horowitz asked staff to investigate the signs at 521 Kirkwood, mentioning that the signs, one of them a property sign, has been up for quite some time. Scott questioned staff on the length K that a property sign can be up, thinking it was changed due to the poor economy. Horowitz con- tended the sign (a rental sign) has been up since the building opened 6-8 months ago. The property also contains a monument sign. 2. Dierks asked the Engineering or the appropriate department look at the traffic flows at the entrance way to the Eagle's Food Store, Eagle Lodge, Paul's Discount Store and Jack's, as opposite to Douglas Street. ADJOURNMENT: Cooper moved for adjournment at 9:00 p.m. Perry seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. The minutes were taken by Linda Manning. Approved by: Oarre15 G. Courtney, ,Secretary 1314-1 MINUTES $U6'2Ct(0 FORMAL MEETING Fprgval PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 1986 - 7:30 P.M. CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS MF14BERS PRESENT: Cooper, Dierks (arrived after Call to Order), Horowitz, Jordan, Perry, Scott, Wallace STAFF PRESENT: Beagle, Boyle, Milkman, Manning T RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL: 1. Recommend that the existing policy of the City of Iowa City 1983 Compre- hensive Plan Update regarding the sequence of development in the south- west area remain the same. 2. Recommend approval of the ordinance amending the sign regulations of the Zoning Ordinance pertaining to the locational requirements of signs permitted in the triangular area at street intersection as revised Janu- ary 15, 1986, excluding under Section 1, first paragraph, 'billboard, canopy, free-standing or monument,' and in the second paragraph 'bill- board, canopy, free-standing or monument.' REOUESTS TO THE CITY MANAGER FOR STAFF ASSISTANCE: Hone. CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Scott called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. and welcomed new member Mary Ann Wallace. PUBLIC DISCUSSION: There was no Public Discussion. CONSIDERATION OF THE MINUTES OF DECEMBER 19 1985: Perry moved to defer consideration of the minutes of December 19, 1985, pending revisions. Cooper seconded the motion. The motion carried, 6-0. Boyle suggested the Comnissioners submit their revisions prior to the next meeting. DEVELOPMENT ITEMS: 1. Public discussion of an amendment to Sections 36-61(m)(2) and 36-62(c)(5)b.l. of the Zoning Ordinance to redefine monument signs to clarify their intended function and design and to propose a mechanism by I which monument signs in the CB -10 zone may be varied in height and area. Beagle distributed a revised ordinance which incorporated the changes discussed at the informal meeting. /.3X Planning and Zoning Commission January 15, 1986 Page 2 Horowitz moved to defer this item until the February 6, 1986, formal meeting. Jordan seconded the motion. Perry asked Beagle what changes were made in the revision. Beagle ex- plained the changes included the deletion of references to architectural standards, and under Provisional Signs, second page, changed "or fraction thereof" to "an interpretation between five feet segments.' Horowitz asked staff if the ordinance could be given to the Design Review Committee for comment. She stressed that more cooperation between the different advisory groups to Council is needed, adding that advisory roles from more professional members of Committees would be advantageous. In the case of sign design, Planning and Zoning has decided not to in- clude aesthetic review within the Sign Regulations. Because a discussion at a recent Urban Environment Ad Hoc Committee meeting seemed to question the role of design review, perhaps the Planning and Zoning Commission could benefit from the Design Review Committee's input on sign review. Horowitz pointed out that Design Review is an advisory committee with no means of enforcing its recommendations. Boyle added that the Committee does have that power with projects seeking industrial revenue bonds, projects within urban renewal areas, and ongoing advisory power on the downtown plaza; the Council, however, makes the final decision. Perry asked if the Historical Preservation Comnittee has approval power for signs. Milkman stated that their jurisdiction only covered signs on historic structures and required a special exception process through the Board of Adjustment. The motion to defer carried unanimously, 7-0. 2. Public discussion of an amendment to Section 36-41 of the Zoning Ordi- nance to permit Planned Development Housing on areas of land less than two acres in size. Jordan moved to defer this item until the February 6, 1986, formal met- ing. Perry seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously, 7-0. 3. Public discussion of the development policy for the southwest area of Iowa City, west of Freeway 218. Scott requested Milkman to review her memo of January 10; 1986. Milkman explained the City's development policy for the area west of Freeway 218 to maintain compact and contiguous growth and discourage "leapfrog" development. Development in this area is not expected until after the year 2000. She explained the reason for this policy in terms of efficiency and cost effectiveness in the provision of public services. Regarding services for the area, Milkman divided costs into capital costs and operating costs. She further explained how some of these services are funded in Iowa City. Regarding these costs, Milkman stated that certain public services pay for themselves or are funded through other revenues, while other public service costs are funded through property taxes. Milkman 13� Planning and Zoning Commission January 15, 1986 Page 3 stated that the Commission should note the extra costs to the City if development is, not continuous in the southwest area. The memo lists increased costs to the City if the development policy for the southwest j area is not followed: 1. Mater. Need for a loop line. 2. Sanitary sewer. Need for larger interceptor sewer. 3. Road construction. Improvements to Rohret Road; construction of Slothower Road. 4. Road maintenance and snow removal. Mileage costs. 5. Police. Again increased mileage costs, costs for extra patrol. 6. Fire. Additional equipment and personnel. 7. Fixed service facilities. Nominal increases compared to costs in- curred with contiguous development. Concluding, Milkman remarked that based upon the increased costs the City would incur by development out of sequence, staff recommends that the existing policy for the southwest area, which basically confines develop- ment to the area east of Freeway 218, be retained. Commission Discussion Dierks asked if the addition of three police and fire personnel were just for Southwest Estates or for the southwest area in general. Milkman clarified the area under discussion is approximately 300 acres southwest -of 218 (not including Hunters Run). Perry raised an issue discussed in the informal meeting on the need to prove the westside fire station. Dierks said that the drive from the fire station to the southwest area takes only four minutes, including stop lights and a new station should not be necessary. Milkman agreed that a new westside fire station would probably not be required for the southwest area, but added that the Fire Chief had been reluctant to give an absolute answer. Public Discussion Larry Schnitt'er. Reiterating statements made at the informal meeting, Schnittjer emphasized that he felt there to be no difference if the development takes place in the area under discussion or elsewhere in the city. In terms of additional police patrols, he saw the need for related to only one more man per shift. He saw potential costs for the City to be only the mileage out there (1/4 mile from Hunters Run which would be negligible or 1-1/2 miles from Mormon Trek Boulevard), and to the im- provements to Slothower and Rohret Road. Schnittjer stated that accord- ing to the City's policy, half of the costs for the road improvements would come from the developer. He pointed out that developers signed a waiver of assessment for future improvements to adjacent roads during the subdivision approval process. Schnittjer asked the Commission to look at 13 iZ Planning and Zoning Commission January 15, 1986 Page 4 the realistic potential for compact and contiguous growth reaching the southwest area in the near future, given the property owners between existing development and the western boundary. He stated that pressure to develop could come this year or 15 years from now, depending on numer- ous factors. Dierks asked who owned the property between Southwest Estates and Freeway 218, and between Mormon Trek and Freeway 218. Schnittjer stated the former to be owned by Mr. Kennedy; the latter he believed to be owned partly by Southgate and partly by the Cole Estate. Scott questioned whether the assessment wavier Schnittjer referred to would bind subsequent property owners; he recalled theproblems faced by the Commission and Council with the paving of Peterson Street in the Vista Park development. Boyle explained the waiver would go with the property. It was recognized, however, that political pressure could be brought to bear upon the City despite the iegai waiver. Scott questioned Schnittjer about the need for the water line loop. Schnittjer explained there is presently a line running from the west side of the Southgate Development to West High and on to the County Home property. The 12" line could continue along Rohret Road to Hunters Run, into the development and down Slothower. Schnittjer also stated that the developer would construct a 6" water line from Hunters Run Subdivision, across Southwest Estates and north on Slothower Road to the limits of the subdivision. Scott clarified that Schnittjer didn't deem the construc- tion of a loop line necessary for the development of Southwest Estates. Frank Eicher, 4166 Rohret Road, Iowa City. Eicher pointed out that he a pure ased his property for development and that the 300 acres of the southwest area are farmsteads, and will remain so until sold. Some of this land is in trusts and cannot be sold, while some will remain vacant. Feeling that Iowa City will continue to grow, he asked that the Commis- sion look favorably on this request, as he wished to have a nice develop- ment, adding that it is difficult to do this without the needed public services. Perry asked Eicher if the land had been purchased after the adoption of the 1978 Comprehensive Plan. Eicher purchased it in 1976. Perry, in turn, asked what the Comprehensive Plan stated at that time concerning the area. Jordan recalled that the policy for this area was the same. He added that unless the Commission was prepared to change the whole Comprehensive Plan, the present policy should not be changed. The 1983 Comprehensive Plan Update was two years in the making, and no input was received regarding the policy in this area. Scott asked the Commission to act (either to accept or reject) on the recommendation presented in the staff memo of 1/10/86; "Based upon the increased costs the City would incur by development out of sequence, staff recommends that the existing policy for the southwest area which basically confines development to the area east of Freeway 218, he re- tained." He added that the Commission would give the developer as well Planning and Zoning Commission January 15, 1986 Page 5 as staff more direction by voting to either affirm or refute the recom- mendation and, depending an the Council's decision, revise the Comprehen- sive Plan. Horowitz moved that the Commission affirm the staff recommendation with the deletion of the reference to increased costs, and recommend to the City Council that they likewise affirm the recommendation that the exist- ing policy for the southwest area be retained. Perry seconded the mo- tion. Horowitz explained that she felt the increased costs due to leapfrog development while significant should have been compared to projected revenue generated by various types of development. The question is whether the present policy should be retained. Perry thanked staff for a very good report, adding that he had a better understanding of the issues because of it. Feeling that developers have a right to profit from their investments, he still felt they should be aware of existing policies when making those investments. Scott asked the legal staff if the phraseology of the motion clarified the intent of the Commission. After discussion, the notion was revised to read: •Recommend that the existing policy of the City of Iowa City regarding the sequence of development in the southwest area remain the same. As moved by Horowitz and seconded by Perry. For developments wanting to develop out of phase, Scott raised two issues previously discussed: 1. In allowing out-of-phase development, he felt the increased cost residents.should be borne aThereore should heavily aythe disincentivee to the by yor for out of phase develoment. 2. The City has always been concerned with the quality of subdivisions within its boundaries and on the urban fringe. Development within the City should occur at full City standards with City services; rural type development within the urban limits is not appropriate. Scott agreed with Eicher that you get a better development with City services than without them, but there is a problem in encouraging or allowing out-of-phase development and its impact on City costs. To conclude, Scott felt the Commission should be able to stand on their votes. He suggested a role call vote, adding that a negative vote would imply a change to the Southwest Area Policy. Cooper - yes Dierks - no Horowitz - yes Jordan - yes Planning and Zoning Commission January 15, 1986 Page 6 Perry - yes Scott - no Wallace - yes The motion carried, 5-2. Milkman presented for public record, a letter from John Cruise of Barker, Cruise and Kennedy, representing Southwest Estates, requesting the pre- liminary subdivision plat application, 5-8514, be put on the February 6, 1986, formal agenda for discussion and vote. Scott gave no commitment from the Commission that they would vote on February 6, since this would depend on discussion at the informal meeting. 4. Public discussion of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance, eco 36-63(b)(1), to exempt zones not requiring a minimum front yard frSomtithne 'triangular area' sign clearance requirement. Beagle distributed a revised ordinance which incorporated minor ) changes. within the triangulariarea. Aftergin-house n and discan ussion ; the or!Vnais nceawas amended to delete: 'billboard, canopy, free-standing or monument' from the ordinance. This was recommended since in districts where front yard I requirements are provided for, no sign/supports should be included in the triangular area. (Example: political signs, temporary signs.) Wallace questioned the existing policy on political signs wondering if acsedinnaollguialznenithvthtthiorace makethe deal loesadeuse of theetpiained lar area and would be more restrictive. Cooper asked if the amended ordinance would make presently legal signs illegal. Scott clarified that the signs are presently non -conforming (as listed in Beagle's memo of 1/13186). These signs would become legal with passage of the amended ordinance. Beagle confirmed the amended ordinance only affects the RM -15 and CB -10 and CB -2 zones. Scott added that presently, the illegal signs involved Bill's Rental and the signage at Clinton and Court streets. Perry pointed out that one (Bill's Rental) is in litigation and asked if the -amendment passed, what would happen. Boyle explained that part of the litigation would continue since the sign was erected without a permit. Scott summarized that there are presently two signs claimed to be ille- naddressing woulds remain nother on -conforms involved,ns if osthe tho dinance risennot passed. These stretch from Van Buren on the east and Madison on the west at their intersection with Burlington. Dierks moved to approve the ordinance amending the sign regulations of the Zoning Ordinance pertaining to the locational requirements of signs permitted in the triangular area at street intersection as revised Janu- ary 15, 1986, excluding under Section 1, first paragraph, 'billboard, 13x Planning and Zoning Commission January 15, 1986 Page 7 canopy, free-standing or monument,' and in the second Paragraph 'bill- board, canopy, free-standing or monument. • Horowitz seconded the motion. Perry questioned whether canopy signs were a problem. Beagle was not familiar with the original rationale for inclusion of this sign but surmised that its inclusion was due to the fact that canopies may a considerable distance from a building and may encroach on the sight triangle, Y Project On vote, the motion carried, 7-0. OTHER I. Plannin and tonin Commission Information Scott requested of Boyle further information regarding the Federal nicationsn's recent it does) rthe City ssatellite ordinanceishes and their loca- Scott appointed to the Chamber of Commerce Environmental Concerns comnit- tee (as vacated by Courtney) Sally Dierks. Beagle, in following up requests from the Commission at their last meet - I ing, reported on a letter sent to Jim Brachtel regarding the traffic congestion along Highway 1 Vest between Orchard and Hudson avenues. Also the investigation of signage at 521 Kirkwood Avenue has been referred to Housing and Inspection Services, erks, over reporting don the Council e land l meetingnot be acsuire the Miller Park negotia- tionsthe Melrose Lake area has been sold again. The pans have rbeentrevised again. Scott added he and the staff had reviewed these changes and felt they were not substantial enough to require another review by the Commis - ADJOURNMENT: Horowitz moved for adjournment at 9:00 p.m. motion carried unanimously, 7-0, Cooper seconded the motion. The Minutes submitted by Linda Manning, Approved by: usan orowiz, etreary 13X I MINUTES =t�,;'r BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT JANUARY 8, 1986 - 4:30 PM CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS MEMBERS PRESENT: Fisher, Mask, Messier, Randall, McDonald i STAFF PRESENT: Beagle, Boyle, Dittmer 'r CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 4:45 PM. A.. r ELECTION OF OFFICERS: Randall nominated Fisher for Chairperson. Mask seconded the nomination. With no further nominations, Fisher was elected Chairperson by a vote of 4-0-1 (Fisher abstaining). i Mask nominated Karen Franklin for Secretary. Randall seconded the nomina- tion. The vote was 5-0, CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES: The minutes for November 13, 1985, were unanimously approved. SPECIAL EXCEPTION ITEMS: 1. SE -8521. Public hearing on an application submitted by William Nowysz an=ssociates on behalf of Marvin Dawson for a special exception to modify the rear yard requirement for property located at 922 Bowery Street. Beagle then reviewed for the Board the January 8, 1986, Staff Report. He stated that Section 36-69(b), Modifications of Yard Requirements, ask that modifications not be contrary to the public interest nor contrary to the general purpose or intent of the chapter and meet the conditions of Section 36-91 of the Board of Adjustment Procedures. He said these conditions must be demonstrated by the applicant before; the Board can grant approval. Beagle said that staff does not feel the yard modification would be contrary to the public interest owing to the number of existing resi- dences having detached garages and accessary structures which are ten feet or less from the alley right-of-way line. He said staff feels the extension of the attached garage into the required rear yard would not adversely effect adjoining properties nor would it adversely effect the utilization or movement of traffic upon the alley. Second, staff does not feel the yard modification would violate the spirit and intent of the setback requirement, as structures in older residential' neighborhoods typically extend closer to the alley since the alley was the principal /-35 VT Board of Adjustment January 8, 1986 Page 2 means of access. He said, as a comparison, if thegarage were a detached structure, it could be located within three feet of the side or rear lot line provided it does not cover more than 30% of the rear yard. He said the square footage of the garage would not exceed the 30% requirement and would be located at least ten feet from the rear property line. Third, staff feels the applicants comments in reference to the Standards of Section 36-91 were adequately addressed and that the request would not endanger the public's health and safety. Beagle stated that staff recommends the special exception modifying the rear yard setback requirement, from 20 feet to 10 feet, be approved subject to the condition that the garage extending into the required rear yard 1s used only as an accessory structure and not for habitable floor space. Fisher asked for the purpose of the condition. Beagle stated that the condition is recommended as a way of maintaining the intent of the chap- ter that only accessory structures are allowed to occupy a required rear yard. He said principal structures have to maintain a rear yard set- back, but, detached accessory structures are allowed to extend into the required rear yard. Fisher asked about the intent of the ordinance requirements regarding accessory building setback requirements. Boyle said that when the ordinance was drafted, people were thinking of standard new subdivisions with much larger lot sizes and already attached garages. Maske asked about the dimensions of the garage in regard to its distance from the alley. Beagle stated that the size and proposed loca- tion of the garage would not obstruct motorists view while traveling while using the alley as there is enough yardage on either side of the garage for visibility. Randall asked if any neighbors had objected to the proposal. Beagle said none had objected. Randall moved that SE -8521 by William Nowysz and Associates for Marvin Dawson be approved subject to the condition as noted by staff. Maske seconded the motion. The Board voted 5-0 to approve the application. Fisher noted that anyone wanting to appeal the decision has 30 days to do SO. BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT INFORMATION: Consideration of Administrative Procedures for Notice of Board Hearings: Boyle referred the Board to a memorandum dated November 8, 1985, regarding notice requirements for Board hearings. He reviewed the background informa- tion on this issue and recommended that the Board not approve the proposed rule. /.3S Board of Adjustment January 8, 1986 Page 3 Randall moved that the proposed administrative rule regarding the minimum period for notice by publication from 15 days to 7 days not be approved. Maske seconded the motion. The vote was 5-0 not to approve. Consideration of Six -Month Report: After a short review of the Six -Month Report, no further action was taken. Randall requested that members, in the future, be asked before the end of meetings, whether they will be in attendance for the next meeting. He said this could avoid the problem of not having a quorum. There was general consensus for this idea. Fisher signed a Certificate of Appreciation to Scott Barker for his member- ship on the Board. Fisher asked Beagle if there were any plans for an orientation for new mem- bers. Beagle said Karin Franklin would be meeting with Mr. McDonald soon. He said a workshop for members is also currently being considered. Randall requested that all members be given the most current Zoning Ordi- nance. ADJOURNMENT: Maske moved for adjournment. Randall seconded the motion. There was a unanimous vote for adjournment. The meeting was adjourned at 5:26 p.m. Minutes submitted by Kim Oittmer. Peter Fisher, Chairperson Karin Franklin, Secretary I /.35 3